Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Hot Hitters and Streaming Pitchers
A quick look at the most impactful players to add and the arms to stream for immediate production.
Jun 8, 2026
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Weekly Two‑Start Pitcher Guide: Risks, Opportunities, and Key Matchups
This week’s two‑start pitcher slate feels unusually thin, leaving fantasy managers to weigh a handful of risky options against a backdrop of limited upside. Among the arms under review are Stephen Kolek, Grant Holmes, Jeffrey Springs, Trevor Rogers, Patrick Corbin, Zac Gallen, Grayson Rodriguez, Luke Raley, Dominic Canzone, Colt Emerson, Dansby Swanson, and Michael Busch.
Jun 8, 2026
White Sox Surge as Young Arms Shine and Closer Shuffle Reshapes Fantasy Outlook
The Chicago White Sox have exceeded expectations this season, driven by standout relief work from Grant Taylor, a power surge from Jac Caglianone, and a breakout showing from Joshua Báez, while bullpen changes across the league create new fantasy opportunities.
Jun 8, 2026
Yankees’ Identity Crisis Without Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge's stress fracture sidelines the star, prompting the Yankees to lean on a reshaped rotation and bench contributors while the club slides in the early-season rankings.
Jun 8, 2026
Roki Sasaki’s Surge Leads Week 12 Fantasy Baseball Sleepers
After a rocky start, Roki Sasaki has refined his slider and splitter, posting a 2.55 ERA and 38 strikeouts in 35.1 innings. Meanwhile, several position players and arms are poised to boost fantasy lineups this week.
Jun 7, 2026
Manny Machado’s Analytics Critique Stirs Debate as Padres’ Offense Falters
Manny Machado’s recent remarks on the flood of statistics in baseball have ignited a broader conversation about the role of analytics, even as the San Diego Padres’ offense languishes.
Jun 7, 2026
Thomas Eshelman Named TCU Pitching Coach, Bringing Pro Experience to Horned Frogs
TCU baseball has appointed Thomas Eshelman as its new pitching coach, filling the vacancy left by Dave Lawn’s retirement and adding a seasoned professional to the Horned Frogs’ staff.
Jun 7, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Week 11: Two‑Start Pitchers and Streamers to Target
With several starters posting career‑best numbers and a handful of injury‑related returns, this week’s slate offers a mix of proven aces and high‑upside streamers for fantasy managers looking to lock in wins.
Jun 6, 2026
Thomas Eshelman Named TCU Pitching Coach, Bringing MLB Experience to Horned Frogs
TCU announced the hiring of Thomas Eshelman, a former MLB pitcher and longtime pitching coordinator, as its new pitching coach, highlighting his deep ties to head coach Kirk Saarloos and his proven track record in player development.
Jun 6, 2026
Auburn’s Rising Star Chase Fralick Shatters Records in Regional Play
A sophomore catcher’s historic home run streak, tennis pedigree and decision to spurn a professional draft spotlight a rising star in collegiate baseball.
Jun 5, 2026
Pitching Coach Josh Reynolds Exits Tennessee After One Season
Josh Elander and the University of Tennessee have announced the end of a brief partnership with pitching coach Josh Reynolds, concluding a one‑year tenure that followed his promotion in November 2023.
Jun 4, 2026
Ty France’s Unconventional Approach Fuels Padres’ Early Surge
Ty France is leading the San Diego Padres with a 137 wRC+ thanks to a hitting style that bucks tradition, delivering hard contact to the opposite field and posting career‑high rates in hard‑hit and line‑drive metrics.
Jun 4, 2026
Ty France’s Opposite‑Field Revolution Redefines Hitting
Ty France leads the Padres with a 137 wRC+ this season, posting a .368 wOBA thanks to a 50% hard‑hit rate on opposite‑field contact. His performance is reshaping how hitters and analysts think about power and direction in baseball.
Jun 4, 2026
Thomas Eshelman Named TCU Pitching Coach
TCU hires Thomas Eshelman, a pitcher celebrated for his pinpoint command, to lead its pitching staff. His extensive playing and coaching background spans multiple MLB organizations.
Jun 3, 2026
Wisconsin’s Baseball Legends: From Oak Creek to the Majors
Wisconsin’s rich baseball tradition shines through the stories of its high school standouts, whose journeys from local diamonds to the big leagues continue to inspire.
Jun 3, 2026
Injury Update: 60 Players on the Mend, Key Stars Eye Return
With the injury list swelling to 60, teams are navigating rehab schedules for stars like Elly De La Cruz, Francisco Lindor, and Max Scherzer, aiming for timely returns.
Jun 2, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Outlook: Power Arms, Inconsistent Bats, and Market Valuations
From breakout sluggers to underperforming arms, this analysis weighs the data behind key fantasy assets and what they mean for roster decisions.
Jun 2, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Weekly: Pitcher Rankings and Hitting Streamers
Cade Cavalli tops this week’s two‑start pitcher rankings, and the Twins and Brewers provide promising streaming options at the plate.
Jun 1, 2026
Josh Bell’s 200 Home Runs: A Milestone Journey
Josh Bell, the Minnesota Twins' versatile first baseman and designated hitter, recently marked a career milestone by reaching 200 major‑league home runs, a benchmark that reflects both power and consistency since his debut in 2016.
Jun 1, 2026
Scott White’s Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Rankings for Week 11: Must‑Start Arms and Matchup Insights
Scott White breaks down the weekly two‑start pitcher landscape, highlighting must‑start arms, advisable options, and point‑league sleepers for the June 1‑7 window.
Jun 1, 2026
Week 9 Fantasy Baseball Recap: Breakouts, Records, and Bullpen Turmoil
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.
May 31, 2026
Denison Big Red Extend Historic Winning Streak into College World Series Opener
The Denison baseball squad has matched an NCAA Division III record with 44 straight victories, overcoming injuries and adversity to reach the College World Series, where they will open against East Texas Baptist University.
May 28, 2026
Veteran Hitters’ Slow Start Raises Buy‑Low Opportunities in 2026
Early 2026 performance data reveal divergent trends among four established sluggers, suggesting that statistical anomalies may set the stage for significant rebounds.
May 28, 2026
The 2026 MLB Free Agent Class: A Pitcher‑Heavy Market Set for Major Shifts
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.
May 28, 2026