Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Hot Hitters and Pitching Gems
A snapshot of the players making waves on the waiver wire, from power hitters to dominant pitchers, and what their performances mean for fantasy managers.
Jul 26, 2026
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Mets 2027 Schedule Unveiled Amid Labor Uncertainty
Major League Baseball has released the New York Mets’ 2027 regular‑season schedule, a 162‑game slate that begins on the road in Miami on March 2 and wraps up with a six‑game homestand against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs on September 26.
Jul 26, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Rankings: Weekly Update for 12‑Team H2H Leagues
This week’s guide breaks down the elite starters, highlights replacements for sidelined arms, and points to minor‑league talent worth stashing, all backed by detailed notes and daily SP roundup insights.
Jul 26, 2026
Week 17 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Top Hitters and Sleepers
A look at the most promising hitters and streamers for Week 17, highlighting recent performances and potential impact.
Jul 26, 2026
MLB Trade Deadline Looms, Closers on the Move
With the trade deadline approaching, clubs are weighing moves that could reshape their late‑inning options, creating both opportunities and uncertainties for a handful of established closers.
Jul 26, 2026
Buster Posey’s Hot Mic Slip Exposes Growing Frustration with Giants’ Front Office
During a routine interview on the Murph & Markus show, a producer's unintentionally captured hot mic revealed a blunt assessment of Posey, reflecting a fan base increasingly disillusioned with the team's performance.
Jul 26, 2026
Saturday’s Pitching Parade: Standout Performances and Fantasy Implications
From Andre Pallante’s dominant slider to Sean Burke’s elite ERA, this week’s starting‑pitcher roundup offers plenty of storylines for fantasy baseball managers.
Jul 26, 2026
Yankees vs. Phillies Set for Prime-Time Showdown on NBC
The New York Yankees will host the Philadelphia Phillies in a highly anticipated Sunday Night Baseball broadcast on July 26, 2026, featuring special guests and a stakes‑laden matchup.
Jul 26, 2026
Beltrán, Jones, Kent to be Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The 2026 Hall of Fame class features Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones, and Jeff Kent, who will be honored in Cooperstown on July 26, with the ceremony streaming on MLB Network at 1:30 p.m. ET.
Jul 26, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Two-Start Pitcher Guide: Who to Start This Week
The weekly rundown separates the must-start arms from the high-risk options, highlighting key matchups and recent statistical trends.
Jul 26, 2026
Week 18 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Top Additions and Injury Updates
The latest waiver wire rankings highlight trade acquisitions, injury impacts, and standout performances across the league.
Jul 26, 2026
Morgan Bulkeley’s Hall of Fame Induction: A Brief Presidency, A Lingering Controversy
Morgan Bulkeley entered the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937 under disputed circumstances, serving only a year as league president while his broader political career in Connecticut remains a subject of scholarly scrutiny.
Jul 26, 2026
When MLB All-Stars Trade the Diamond for Other Dreams
A round‑table with All‑Star candidates reveals the diverse professions they would pursue if baseball weren’t their calling.
Jul 26, 2026
World Cup 2026 to Crown Champions with Championship Rings
For the first time in World Cup history, the winners of the 2026 final will receive championship rings, a move championed by FIFA as an American sporting tradition, with fans also able to purchase limited editions.
Jul 26, 2026
MLB’s 2027 Schedule Arrives as Phillies Navigate Injuries and Trade Deadline
With the Phillies idle on Tuesday, the league unveiled its 2027 slate, revealing a season opener in Washington and a quick return to Philadelphia, while Brad Keller faces a season‑ending injury and the Mets position themselves as sellers.
Jul 26, 2026
Damian Ruiz Commits to Cincinnati Reds After Draft
After being selected in the ninth round of the MLB Draft, Damian Ruiz agreed to a signing bonus below the slot value, becoming the third Arkansas player to turn professional this year.
Jul 26, 2026
Baseball’s Defining Moments: From Ruth’s Home Run Record to Modern Scandals
From early pitching feats to modern home‑run derbies, baseball's timeline is marked by extraordinary achievements and controversies that continue to shape the game.
Jul 26, 2026
MLB Resumes Season as Three Underperforming Umpires Hang Up Their Caps
The latter half of the Major League Baseball schedule begins tonight, marking the retirement of three umpires whose accuracy rankings placed them at the bottom of the league’s performance chart.
Jul 26, 2026
MLB DFS Value Picks: McGreevy, Cronenworth, Watson Shine on Friday Night
A look at the latest pitching and hitting trends that make Michael McGreevy, Jake Cronenworth and Kahlil Watson appealing choices for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
Jul 26, 2026
Automated Umpire Technology Eyes College Baseball Expansion
Major League Baseball's adoption of automated balls and strikes is prompting a push to bring the technology to the college level, where it may reduce errors, alter player dynamics, and open new sponsorship avenues.
Jul 26, 2026
Right Field Woes and Rising Hope Across MLB’s Contending Clubs
Several Major League Baseball teams are confronting disappointing right‑field performances, prompting roster moves and renewed focus on prospects who could turn the tide.
Jul 26, 2026
A Young Venezuelan Baseball Prodigy Finds Hope Amid Earthquake Devastation
A 12‑year‑old baseball player from La Guaira confronts the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes that destroyed his home, claimed friends, and intensified a national crisis, while the sport he loves offers a beacon of hope.
Jul 26, 2026
Ronald Acuña Jr Nears Return as Braves Eye Boost
After a hamstring strain sidelined Ronald Acuña Jr since June, the star outfielder is close to re‑joining the Atlanta Braves lineup, while teammate Ha‑Seong Kim continues to wrestle with a disappointing season.
Jul 26, 2026
From Homer’s Epic to the Ballpark: How Storytelling Shapes Baseball’s Narrative
The Odyssey’s timeless focus on narrative resonates with baseball’s own tradition of storytelling, where legendary broadcasters craft modern myths and MLB’s attempts at engineered narratives often fall flat.
Jul 26, 2026