
Late‑Season Waiver Wire Gems and Risks in Fantasy Baseball
A look at key waiver wire targets and the players whose value is slipping as fantasy leagues approach their climax.
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A look at key waiver wire targets and the players whose value is slipping as fantasy leagues approach their climax.

The latest FanGraphs power rankings use a modified Elo system to assess teams' playoff odds, spotlighting the Red Sox, Brewers and a host of mid‑tier contenders as the season enters its final stretch.

A 5-4 win over the Braves marked a turning point for the Yankees, driven by emerging talent and a historic performance from Gerrit Cole that reignited fan enthusiasm.

George Lombard Jr. balanced soccer and baseball through high school, leading Gulliver Prep to a state title before the Yankees drafted him. His soccer‑honed skills added a unique dimension to his rise, a fact highlighted by Cody Bellinger’s partially misleading comment.

Post‑deadline moves see teams demote underperforming players, promote prospects, and navigate injury comebacks in a busy stretch of the season.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have emerged as the clear front-runners in the pursuit of Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, with the Yankees and Brewers also actively engaged. Skubal, a two‑time AL Cy Young Award winner, is set to become a free agent after this season and has posted a 2.87 ERA in nine starts since elbow surgery.

An overview of five minor‑league players whose recent performances suggest they are on the cusp of major‑league relevance for dynasty fantasy baseball.

Mid‑week rankings highlight the most valuable pickups at each position, from power‑hitting infielders to strikeout‑inducing arms, while key injuries and trade‑deadline moves loom over lineups.

The latest top 450 fantasy baseball rankings reveal the players poised to dominate the 2027 season, while MLB’s return to network television promises a new era of broadcast coverage.
With the 2026 trade deadline looming, several blockbuster moves could boost fantasy value for pitchers, power hitters and closers across the league.

With the MLB trade deadline approaching, moves involving top pitchers and power hitters are set to alter both real‑world playoff picture and fantasy baseball value.
With the trade deadline approaching, teams are evaluating a deep pool of talent ready to make their mark.

With the trade deadline looming, fantasy baseball managers can lock in high‑upside FAAB targets across the roster, from breakout hitters to emerging relievers.

The New York Yankees are assessing whether to pursue Francisco Lindor, weighing his contract and performance against the development of younger infield prospects.

The latest waiver wire rankings highlight trade acquisitions, injury impacts, and standout performances across the league.

Aaron Judge remains out as the Yankees await medical clearance, while prospects like George Lombard Jr. and Max Fried make notable rehab strides, and the club eyes trade options at catcher.

Aaron Judge's return remains uncertain while the Yankees monitor a rising prospect and explore a possible trade for a Rockies catcher.

Aaron Judge remains unable to return to baseball activities after a stress fracture in his right ribs, with doctors still evaluating his progress as the Yankees navigate a turbulent stretch.

RotoBaller’s latest waiver wire rankings for Week 17 highlight a deep pool of talent, injury concerns, and rising prospects that could reshape fantasy lineups.

Seven Double-A players from the New York Yankees organization appear in Baseball America's top 30 prospects, with notable performances from relievers, hitters and emerging arms.

The newest top 100 prospects list highlights 111 players graded 50 FV or better, showcasing a mix of power hitters, dominant arms, and intriguing risks.

The New York Yankees are evaluating a potential promotion of George Lombard Jr., the organization’s No. 1 prospect, as they look to stabilize a shortstop position that has posted a sub‑.300 OBP and middling production this season.

Yankees prospect Ben Grable’s 96‑mph fastball, distinguished by extreme vertical break and spin, is reshaping expectations for minor‑league talent.

Jacob Lombard, an 18‑year‑old selected 14th overall by the Miami Marlins, grew up immersed in baseball through his father’s coaching career and his brother’s rising prospect status, while his athletic foundation was forged on soccer fields where he captured multiple state titles.