Defensive Lapses Haunt Phillies and Rival Contenders
Despite offensive firepower, teams like the Phillies, Twins, and Athletics are falling behind defensively, a trend reflected in DRS, FRV, and efficiency scores.
Jul 2, 2026
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Week 15 American League Fantasy Baseball Outlook
With the All-Star break on the horizon, managers must balance a front‑loaded slate, World Cup‑induced schedule shifts and a wave of injuries to make optimal start‑sit decisions.
Jun 28, 2026
Weekly Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Expert Grades Power Your Lineup
A deep dive into the weekly fantasy baseball rankings and player grades that blend industry‑leading projections with matchup analysis, offering managers a reliable tool to set their lineups.
Jun 26, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Trade Value Chart Guides Midseason Moves
A new trade value chart combines expert consensus rankings and a custom calculation to help fantasy managers assess the rest‑of‑season value of hitters and pitchers, revealing which assets are undervalued or overvalued.
Jun 23, 2026
Strategic Use of the Automated Ball‑Strike Challenge in Modern Baseball
An analysis of why teams should reserve their ABS challenges for high‑leverage moments, using run expectancy metrics and player performance data to maximize impact.
Jun 22, 2026
Week 13 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Matchups and Hot Pickups
Week 13 brings a slate of favorable matchups for several hitters, with several teams confronting right‑handed starters and a handful of injury‑related opportunities that could reshape fantasy lineups.
Jun 15, 2026
Fantasy Baseball: Two‑Start Pitcher Landscape Shifts with New Rotations
Rotation shuffles create new two‑start pitcher opportunities, while streamers and favorable hitting matchups emerge for the upcoming week.
Jun 15, 2026
A’s Eyeing A.L. West Lead as Vegas Streak Continues
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.
Jun 14, 2026
Athletics’ Las Vegas Experiment: Heat, Home Runs, and a $1.5 Billion Vision
The Oakland Athletics are staging a six‑game series in Las Vegas to build momentum for their 2028 move, using the desert heat and a temporary ballpark to showcase a future stadium designed to combat extreme conditions.
Jun 12, 2026
MLB Recap: Thrilling Nights and Milestones Across the League
Shohei Ohtani stumbled on the mound, the Pirates edged a one‑run victory, the Yankees completed a sweep, and the Giants rallied with a walk‑off grand slam, while Max Scherzer hit a career milestone and Fernando Tatis Jr. finally found his swing.
Jun 11, 2026
High Altitude, High Scoring: How Las Vegas Ballpark Skews Brewers vs Athletics Performance
Kyle Harrison's 1.57 ERA vanished in Las Vegas as he surrendered eight runs and three homers, highlighting the unique impact of the high‑altitude ballpark on hitters and fantasy prospects.
Jun 9, 2026
TJ Shook Joins Rockies, Becoming 61st Gamecock in the Majors
TJ Shook's ascent to the majors marks a milestone for South Carolina baseball and sets the stage for an exciting series against the Angels and Brewers.
Jun 2, 2026
Fantasy Baseball: Lineups to Avoid When Pitching in 2026
Four MLB teams stand out as the toughest matchups for fantasy pitchers this season. Understanding their strengths helps managers steer clear of costly pitching decisions.
Jun 2, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Additions and Pitching Gems for May 2026
With the MLB season heating up, several under-the-radar players are emerging on the waiver wire, offering high upside for fantasy managers.
May 31, 2026
May’s Breakout Hitters Light Up Fantasy Baseball
A snapshot of the players heating up the waiver wire and minor‑league circuits, offering fresh options for roster builders.
May 31, 2026
Lawrence Butler’s Slump Forces Oakland Athletics to Re‑Evaluate Future
After a 2024 breakout, Lawrence Butler's performance has faltered in 2025 and 2026, raising doubts about his contract, playing time and the team's playoff hopes.
May 21, 2026
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
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Breakout Stars and Hidden Risks
From J.J. Bleday’s power surge to Sean Manaea’s surprising walk rate, this week’s waiver wire guide highlights the players who can tip the scales in fantasy leagues.
May 16, 2026
Week 9 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Pickups and Sleepers
With Week 9 approaching, several relievers and everyday players are poised to deliver value on the waiver wire, from high‑strikeout arms to surprising batters posting strong wOBA numbers.
May 15, 2026
The Rise of Process+: How an Advanced Stat Is Spotlighting Undervalued Hitters
Pitcher List’s Process+ is revealing a new wave of breakout hitters, from established stars to waiver‑wire discoveries, by measuring the full spectrum of a batter’s decision‑making, contact and power.
May 14, 2026
Advanced Metrics Spotlight: Who’s Poised for a Breakout?
An exploration of Process+ and its impact on identifying emerging hitters and waiver wire targets.
May 14, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Watchlist: Three Emerging Names to Track
A look at the rising stars whose statistical flashes hint at larger roles and deeper fantasy value
May 12, 2026
Three Young Players Earn Major League Call-Ups as Fantasy Leagues Watch Closely
A trio of emerging talents — Bolte, Ewing and Brown — have been summoned to the big leagues, sparking excitement in both clubhouse and fantasy roster discussions.
May 12, 2026