
Power Surge: How Barrel Rates Are Redefining MLB Hitters’ 2026 Season
An analysis of how rising barrel rates correlate with increased exit velocity and batting performance among several MLB players since July.
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An analysis of how rising barrel rates correlate with increased exit velocity and batting performance among several MLB players since July.

An innovative metric that blends air‑pull rate, exit velocity and plate discipline is revealing hidden hitting talent, with Marlins outfielder Heriberto Hernández emerging as a standout.

Cristopher Sánchez records his 16th win, Jhoan Duran secures his 27th save, and a controversial replay review shapes a 6-5 victory that moves the Phillies toward the NL wild-card race.

With the trade deadline passed, fantasy baseball managers can uncover hidden gems on the waiver wire, from power hitters to breakout pitchers, to reshape their rosters for the stretch run.

A look at the players gaining traction in FAAB leagues, from breakout hitters to relievers stepping into closing roles, as the trade deadline approaches.

The final trade deadline arrives Monday at 6 p.m. ET, prompting a wave of roster changes that ripple through fantasy lineups and waiver wire priorities.

With the trade deadline looming, fantasy managers can capitalize on emerging talents and injury replacements highlighted in the latest waiver wire rankings.

A look at the most compelling waiver wire additions for Week 19, highlighting outfield prospects, infield sparkplugs, and emerging arms who can reshape fantasy matchups.

A Sunday‑night guide highlights players under 40 % rostered in Yahoo! leagues, from Caleb Durbin’s hot streak to Max Clark’s imminent debut.

The Padres are poised to make bold moves at the trade deadline, targeting rotation arms and power bats while navigating limited capital and a recent surge in performance.

The previous night’s baseball slate delivered drama from Detroit’s early lead evaporating to Miami’s six‑run comeback, with standout moments from Skubal, Perez and others shaping the outcomes.

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.

Heriberto Hernández, Andrew Vaughn and Michael Petersen are emerging as top waiver wire targets, each bringing distinct statistical strengths and potential role changes that could reshape fantasy lineups.

A look at the week’s most compelling moments, from Max Scherzer’s strikeout chase to the Mets’ dominant win.

An overview of the most impactful waiver‑wire pickups in Week 17, highlighting power‑hitting breakouts, dominant two‑start pitchers, and the players whose recent performances are reshaping fantasy baseball strategies across NFBC, Online, and Fantrax.

Roki Sasaki delivered a nine‑strikeout, one‑run outing for the Dodgers, showcasing a fastball that still hits the high‑90s and a splitter that’s generating swings. While his season ERA sits at 4.71, the underlying metrics suggest a higher ceiling. Meanwhile, several under‑the‑radar hitters and speedsters are emerging as prime waiver wire additions for Week 19.

A deep dive into the latest stats and situational shifts that have turned four low‑profile players into must‑consider adds across most leagues.

Explore the standout DraftKings MLB daily fantasy baseball selections for Sunday, featuring studs and value plays across the mound and the lineup.

A look at under‑the‑radar hitters and arms who are posting statistical spikes and could reshape fantasy lineups this week.

A snapshot of the players making waves on the waiver wire, from power hitters to dominant pitchers, and what their performances mean for fantasy managers.
The 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball checklist introduces Lightboard, Image, Super Short Prints, Award Winner and Minions variations, spotlighting a roster of marquee athletes and their distribution odds.

From the Astros' five‑run rally to the Marlins' tenth straight loss, the night delivered drama across the league.

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.

Recent performance spikes among hitters and pitchers are reshaping roster decisions in fantasy baseball, offering managers new options for the stretch run.