
Friday Night Fantasy Baseball: Value Picks to Watch
A quick look at Tanner Bibee, Christian Moore and Rob Refsnyder, each priced as a bargain but capable of delivering premium production.
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A quick look at Tanner Bibee, Christian Moore and Rob Refsnyder, each priced as a bargain but capable of delivering premium production.

After a mid‑season debut following a hand injury, Jackson Chourio has hit .307/.360/.558 with 10 home runs, helping the Brewers open a 5½‑game division lead and showing marked improvements in exit velocity and barrel rate.

Cam Leiter has impressed with a 2.60 ERA and 46 strikeouts in his professional debut, joining a lineage of MLB talent that includes his uncle Al Leiter and cousins Jack and Mark Leiter Jr.

A look at the controversy that erupted when San Francisco Giants pitchers covered Pride night caps with Scripture, the ensuing backlash, and the broader conversation about free speech in baseball

A look at the most impactful players available on the wire and the pitching options that could sway fantasy lineups.

Sam Antonacci has been hit by pitches 91 times this season, a testament to his aggressive style, helping the White Sox climb toward the top of the American League Central.

After a 11‑2 defeat to open the series, the Pirates bounced back with two wins, fueled by Reynolds' .305 June average and a reshaped relief corps.

A look at the most significant injuries affecting fantasy baseball rosters and the expected timelines for key players
The Colorado Rockies' recent series in Las Vegas exposed the difficulties of outdoor baseball in the desert, while a planned climate‑controlled stadium and a possible new franchise in Salt Lake City add intrigue to the sport's future.

From Nick Kurtz's historic wRC+ to Jacob Misiorowski's dominant pitching, the 2027 fantasy baseball landscape offers both breakout candidates and players whose stats may not translate to the same value.

The Pittsburgh Pirates overcame a 4-0 deficit to defeat the Athletics 6-5, driven by Bryan Reynolds' two home runs and Brandon Lowe's decisive blast, while the bullpen sealed the game.

An overview of the weekly tiered breakdown of two‑start pitchers, highlighting must‑start, should‑start and riskier options with key matchup insights.

Rotation shuffles create new two‑start pitcher opportunities, while streamers and favorable hitting matchups emerge for the upcoming week.

Elvis Alvarado and Yoandrys Gomez are staking claims as the most reliable closers, but the White Sox, Royals, Mariners and Orioles face lingering questions about their ninth‑inning options.

Early-season breakthroughs from rising players are altering roster decisions and fantasy strategies across the league.
A USA TODAY Network ranking spotlights the ten Tennessee high school baseball players whose high school, college and professional careers have left an indelible mark on the sport.

The Los Angeles Angels’ recent undrafted signings of Jakob Guardado and Alec Gomez have reignited discussions about nepotism, roster rule changes, and the balance between opportunity and fairness in Major League Baseball.

A look at the most advantageous and challenging matchups this week, with player suggestions and streaming options for fantasy baseball managers.

The Oakland Athletics are one game behind the Seattle Mariners in the A.L. West and riding a strong 4-1 run in Las Vegas. Upcoming matchups against the Pirates and Angels, along with key player performances, could cement their rise and generate excitement ahead of the move to a new stadium.

The 2026 fantasy baseball season has turned into a bullpen scramble, with managers constantly scouting relievers who suddenly start racking up saves.

A look at four relief pitchers on the waiver wire whose recent performances — particularly a sharpened splitter and multiple save opportunities — could give fantasy managers a late-season boost.

After a dominant Triple‑A stint, the right‑hander rejoins the majors, joining two other BYU alumni in the league and looking to contribute to Seattle’s pursuit of a division crown

After a standout stint in the minors, former Chicago Cubs pitcher Michael Rucker has been called up by the Seattle Mariners, joining a select group of BYU alumni in the majors and bolstering a rotation that ranks among baseball's best.

Barry Enright, a former MLB pitcher, is appointed pitching coach at Texas A&M, bringing professional expertise to the Aggies.