Week 9 Fantasy Baseball: Pitching Matchups and Waiver Wire Gems
A deep dive into the week’s seven‑game slates, pitcher matchups and high‑upside waiver targets.
May 18, 2026
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Mariners Promote Top Prospect Colt Emerson Amid Offensive Overhaul
The Seattle Mariners have called up Colt Emerson, a consensus top‑20 prospect, who is set to make his MLB debut. His versatility, strong contact rate and power numbers have sparked optimism, while other emerging talents across the league are also drawing attention.
May 17, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Add/Drop Watch
This week’s fantasy baseball roundup highlights players added at CBS with sub‑40% roster rates, from power hitters to emerging relievers, and offers guidance for lineup decisions.
May 17, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Add-And-Stash Players for the Week
A look at the latest hot hitters and steal threats in fantasy baseball, plus news that MLB will return to NBC and Peacock in 2026.
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
White Sox clinch May winning streak, climb to No. 2 wild-card seed
The Chicago White Sox have posted a winning record in May for the first time since 2022, sweeping the Kansas City Royals and securing the No. 2 AL wild-card seed. Key contributors Randal Grichuk and Chase Meidroth led the charge, while other league performances added intrigue to the playoff race.
May 15, 2026
Early Season Surprises: Bleday, Ewing, and the Pitchers Redefining 2025
JJ Bleday’s unexpected power surge, AJ Ewing’s 405‑foot homer, and a carousel of pitchers delivering unexpected results are reshaping early‑season narratives across the majors.
May 15, 2026
Panthers Fall to Bulldogs in Final MVC Showdown
The Jersey Panthers conclude their Mississippi Valley Conference schedule with a 16‑2 loss to the Waterloo Bulldogs, prompting coach Darren Perdun to rally the squad toward a historic 20‑win season.
May 14, 2026
Stolen Bases Drive Fantasy Strategies in 2026
A look at the recent spike in stolen‑base activity, spotlighting key performers and the defensive lapses that are reshaping fantasy baseball strategy.
May 13, 2026