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A look at the most impactful moments from the ninth week of the 2026 fantasy baseball season, including a 451‑foot homer, a velocity marathon, and the unsettled closer landscape in the Motor City.
Freshman pitcher Angel Cervantes, drafted 50th overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates, has transformed from a struggling rookie into a key starter for UCLA, heading into a must‑win NCAA Tournament game.
USA TODAY Sports is spotlighting Tennessee’s greatest high school baseball players, inviting fans to vote for the best as the poll remains open through April and May.
Jake Mangum's timely home run in the second inning propelled the Pittsburgh Pirates to a decisive victory over the Minnesota Twins.
Several under‑rostered players are poised to deliver value for fantasy managers, from rising pitchers to hot hitters.
A look at the recent performances of MLB starting pitchers, with a focus on Grayson Rodriguez's fastball dominance and the mixed results from the rest of the rotation.
With the playoff push underway, savvy fantasy managers are turning to the waiver wire for breakout performers. From dominant rookie arms to power‑hitting bats, these players are poised to deliver the statistical edge needed for a championship run.
A quick look at five players who could reshape fantasy rosters as the season heads into its critical stretch.
After saving three consecutive games for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic, reliever Daniel Palencia returns to Chicago, where a limited role and injuries have left him with just three saves this season.
The 2026 Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League baseball finals delivered a slate of unexpected victors, from Butler’s inaugural Class 6A crown to Indiana’s back‑to‑back Class 4A triumphs, while several programs snapped long‑standing title droughts.
A look at the standout performances that defined a dramatic month in baseball, from Sánchez’s record streak to Ohtani’s dual heroics.
The upcoming 2026 free‑agent class features elite pitchers like Tarik Skubal and Freddy Peralta, alongside standout position players such as Randy Arozarena and Jazz Chisolm Jr., with a looming lockout adding uncertainty to signing timelines.
Ethan Plog navigated a challenging transition to the bullpen, delivering strong late‑season outings for LSU and eyeing a summer in the Cape Cod League.
Two months into the 2026 campaign, former University of Maryland baseball standouts are delivering strong results in both the big leagues and the minors, highlighting the program's ongoing talent pipeline.
A look at the standout statistics of Cam Schlittler, Chase Burns, Kyle Harrison, Braxton Ashcraft, and Emerson Hancock, and what their early success means for fantasy leagues.
The first weeks of the 2026 MLB season have delivered unexpected brilliance from a handful of young arms, offering fantasy owners a glimpse of undervalued assets and potential breakout candidates.
Mookie Betts homered twice for Los Angeles, while the New York Yankees erupted for 15 runs. Additional highlights include Jesús Sánchez's first career grand slam and the Twins' extra‑inning victory.
A look at key players whose stats suggest strategic moves in the fantasy market.
From Eric Lauer’s Dodgers debut to Shane Baz’s dominant outing, Tuesday’s slate offered plenty of reasons for fantasy managers to take note.
The Chicago Cubs have slipped into a nine-game losing streak despite a strong start, with manager Craig Counsell urging better hitting and pitching performance.
Recent games have delivered dramatic turnovers, surprising performances, and behind‑the‑scenes moves that are reshaping teams and fan experiences.
The latest 2026 Bowman Baseball release has ignited a wave of high‑value eBay auctions, with cards featuring Ethan Holliday, Shohei Ohtani, Munetaka Murakami and Edward Florentino commanding record sums.
The Chicago Cubs opened the season with two ten‑game winning streaks but have now dropped nine straight, slipping to 29‑25 and third in the division. Manager Craig Counsell stresses the need for better hitting and pitching, while a late home run by Henry Davis secures a Pirates victory.
This week's waiver wire roundup spotlights breakout hitters and pitchers delivering standout numbers across home runs, RBIs, steals, ERA and saves.