Week 8 Waiver Wire Spotlight
The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting fast as Week 8 approaches, and savvy roster builders are turning to the waiver wire for fresh arms and bats that can tip the scales in their leagues.
May 18, 2026
Organization
Oakland Athletics
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Oakland Athletics across Baseball.
Padres’ Reliever Mason Miller Balances Heavy Workload as Bullpen Anchor
Mason Miller's dominance in close games has driven the Padres' recent success, but his increasing innings and recent inconsistency force the club to tread carefully while relying on a bullpen that has excelled in late‑inning situations.
May 17, 2026
Underrated Arms: Four Rising Pitchers to Watch in Fantasy Baseball
A look at how command improvements, velocity gains, and late‑inning roles are turning overlooked relievers into fantasy assets.
May 15, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Late‑Season Breakout Candidates
This week's waiver wire spotlight shines on a mix of power hitters, speedsters and surprise call‑ups who are still available in less than 40% of Yahoo! leagues.
May 15, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week 8 Pickups to Boost Your Roster
A look at the most promising players available on waivers this week, from rising catchers to power‑hitting infielders and speedy outfield prospects.
May 15, 2026
Josh Donaldson Joins Auburn Baseball Wall of Fame Among Legends
Josh Donaldson's induction into Auburn's Wall of Fame honors a career that spanned three seasons at Auburn, 13 years in the majors, and a lasting commitment to future Tigers.
May 15, 2026
LSU Baseball Graduates Shine on Field and in Classroom
During recent commencement ceremonies, six members of the 2026 LSU Baseball team and alumnus Greg Deichmann were awarded degrees, underscoring the program's long‑standing commitment to developing champions both on the diamond and in the classroom.
May 15, 2026
LSU Baseball Graduates Shine with Academic and Athletic Excellence
Six members of the 2026 LSU Baseball team and former player Greg Deichmann received their degrees during commencement, highlighting LSU's long‑standing commitment to blending athletic achievement with scholarly accomplishment.
May 15, 2026
Week 9 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Pickups and Sleepers
With Week 9 approaching, several relievers and everyday players are poised to deliver value on the waiver wire, from high‑strikeout arms to surprising batters posting strong wOBA numbers.
May 15, 2026
Week 8 Fantasy Baseball Prospects: Breakout Performances and Call‑Up Implications
Several top prospects posted strong numbers in Week 8, offering fantasy owners clues about who might soon see a call‑up to the majors.
May 14, 2026
Four Waiver Wire Gems to Boost Your Fantasy Baseball Roster
A look at four emerging players whose recent performances could provide a measurable edge in a variety of fantasy baseball formats.
May 14, 2026
A New Generation of American League First Basemen
The American League's first base landscape is being redefined by a handful of young stars whose blend of hitting prowess, defensive improvement and leadership is setting a new standard for the position.
May 13, 2026
Three Young Players Earn Major League Call-Ups as Fantasy Leagues Watch Closely
A trio of emerging talents — Bolte, Ewing and Brown — have been summoned to the big leagues, sparking excitement in both clubhouse and fantasy roster discussions.
May 12, 2026
Athletics’ Rebuild: Progress, Pitfalls, and the Road Ahead
The Oakland Athletics' post‑2021 rebuild has delivered notable wins and promising draft results, yet trade disappointments and a thin pitching pipeline keep the path forward uncertain.
May 11, 2026
Twins’ Tumultuous Week: Buxton’s Power Surge, Bullpen Woes, and Gleeman’s New Chapter
The Minnesota Twins posted a .500 week but remain last in the AL Central, with Byron Buxton delivering a power burst, a struggling bullpen, and Aaron Gleeman launching an independent site to keep fans informed.
May 11, 2026
Twins’ Bullpen Stumbles as Offense Finds Rhythm in Crucial Homestand
Despite a modest 3‑3 record, Minnesota’s offense is heating up while its relief corps falters, leaving the club mired near the bottom of the AL Central.
May 11, 2026