Week 24 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Top Targets and Pitching Gems
The latest waiver wire analysis highlights breakout performances, high‑priced acquisitions and strategic streaming options for managers seeking an edge.
Aug 31, 2026
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Mariners’ Triple-Header Collapse Against Blue Jays Exposes Deep-Rooted Issues
Seattle managed only four runs across three games as Toronto's 19-run onslaught revealed critical weaknesses in the Mariners' performance, with key insights from players and coaches on needed improvements.
Aug 31, 2026
Scherzer’s Masterful Shutout Leads Blue Jays to Sweep Mariners
Max Scherzer's dominant pitching and key homers from Alejandro Kirk and Kazuma Okamoto complete a three‑game sweep, leaving Seattle with a four‑game losing streak.
Aug 30, 2026
Jaxon Dollar: North Carolina’s Top 2027 Football Prospect
Jaxon Dollar’s early predictions, versatile performances, and family legacy set the stage for his upcoming collegiate career.
Aug 30, 2026
Blue Jays and Mariners Fight for Wild‑Card Spot After Early Season Slump
The Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners, who dominated the 2024 season with 94 and 90 wins respectively, have fallen under .500 and are scrambling for the final wild‑card spot in a tightly contested AL race.
Aug 28, 2026
Late-Season Fantasy Baseball: Spotting Offensive Outliers and Targeted Player Picks
A deep dive into team performances over three‑week windows reveals surprising offensive surges, pitching pitfalls, and specific players poised to boost stolen‑base and overall category scores.
Aug 26, 2026
Astros Edge Yankees in Late Rally as MLB Sees Dramatic Comebacks
The Astros secured a 7-6 victory over the Yankees after a back-and-forth contest, while the Diamondbacks completed a ninth-inning rally to beat the Cubs. Several other games featured late heroics, immaculate innings and extra-innings drama.
Aug 26, 2026
Stolen Base Surge: Key Players and Teams to Watch in Late-Season Fantasy Baseball
A look at the players and matchups driving steal opportunities in the final stretch of the fantasy baseball season.
Aug 26, 2026
Tigers’ Slump Deepens as Mariners’ Raleigh Sparks Wild‑Card Surge
The Detroit Tigers fell to six straight defeats, while Seattle’s Cal Raleigh delivered a three‑homer explosion that reshapes the wild‑card race. Meanwhile, the Guardians, Rangers and Red Sox jockey for position as the season’s final stretch unfolds.
Aug 25, 2026
Baseball’s Defining Moments: From Grand Slams to 50-Home-Run Seasons
A chronicle of extraordinary performances that have left an indelible mark on Major League Baseball, spanning decades of legendary feats.
Aug 24, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Week 22: Busts and Overvalued Players to Drop
A look at the players whose recent setbacks and declining performance make them prime candidates for removal in fantasy leagues.
Aug 23, 2026
Mariners’ Record-Breaking 22-0 Defeat Highlights AL West Woes
The Seattle Mariners suffered a historic 22-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, a game that underscores their steep climb back into contention.
Aug 19, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates’ Skenes Seeks Rest to Regain Form Amid Injury Concerns
Paul Skenes' recent struggles, manager Don Kelly's rest decision and the ripple effects across the roster illustrate how a compressed season is testing the health of elite pitchers and position players alike.
Aug 19, 2026
Brewers’ Record-Shattering 22-0 Victory Over Mariners
A 22-0 shutout against Seattle rewrites the record books, featuring power surges from Yelich and Hamilton and a dominant pitching performance.
Aug 19, 2026
Brewers’ 22-0 Shutout Sets Modern-Era Record Against Mariners
The Milwaukee Brewers posted a 22-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners, a modern-era record for the biggest shutout, fueled by power hitting and dominant pitching.
Aug 19, 2026
The Unexpected Slumps Shaping This Season’s MLB Narrative
A look at the players whose performances have fallen short of expectations, the statistical clues behind their declines, and what it means for their teams and contracts.
Aug 18, 2026
Cal Raleigh’s 2025 Heroics Give Way to 2026 Slump as Mariners Fight for Playoff Spot
A six‑year, $105 million deal once promised a new era for the Seattle Mariners, but a sharp decline in Cal Raleigh’s 2026 production is testing that promise.
Aug 11, 2026
The Echoes of Kingdome: Nostalgia and the Mariners’ Modern Dilemma
A look at the deep emotional ties Seattle fans have with the Mariners, the role of nostalgia in marketing, and the challenges of translating past glory into present success.
Aug 11, 2026
Cal Raleigh’s 2024 Slump Compared to 2023 Heroics and Jordan’s Baseball Experiment
Cal Raleigh's dramatic drop from 60 home runs to a .162 average highlights a season of disappointment, while a nod to Michael Jordan's short-lived baseball stint underscores the unpredictability of sport.
Aug 8, 2026
American League West’s Historic Collapse: A Division in Crisis
The AL West is on track to make history with five teams posting negative run differentials, a first in division history. Despite Yordan Alvarez's dominance, the Astros sit at minus‑25, while the Athletics and Angels dismiss GMs, the Mariners struggle offensively, and the Angels lean on Mike Trout amid a bleak outlook.
Aug 7, 2026
Mariners Acquire Taylor Ward in Strategic Trade
Seattle bolsters its lineup with a walk‑heavy hitter while the Orioles receive a trio of young pitchers in return.
Aug 3, 2026
Ohtani’s Leadoff Blast Powers Dodgers in High‑Scoring Affair Against Mariners
Shohei Ohtani hit his 10th leadoff home run and finished 3‑for‑4 with three RBIs as the Dodgers fell 7‑6 to the Mariners in a game that featured seven long balls.
Jul 29, 2026
2026 Home Run Derby to Stream on Netflix at Citizens Bank Park
The 2026 Home Run Derby will be held at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park and broadcast globally on Netflix, introducing a new swing‑based competition that lets hitters control the pace of play.
Jul 28, 2026
World Baseball Classic’s Ripple Effect on the Seattle Mariners’ 2024 Season
ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney argues that the World Baseball Classic reshaped the Mariners’ campaign, with injuries to Cal Raleigh and Gabe Speier and standout showings from Randy Arozarena and Dominic Canzone defining the team’s early trajectory.
Jul 28, 2026