Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Pitchers and Closer Picks for NL‑Only Leagues
A rundown of the most impactful players on the waiver wire, from returning starters to emerging relievers, as the trade deadline approaches.
Aug 2, 2026
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Ottoneu’s August 3–9 Starting Pitcher Planner: Navigating Tiers, Matchups, and Trade Deadline Ripples
The latest Ottoneu Starting Pitching Planner breaks down MLB starters into four categories, uses a matchup score that blends opponent wOBA, recent performance and park factors, and flags trade‑deadline‑affected arms. Here’s how to interpret the tiers and which projected starters deserve a start, a maybe, or a sit.
Jul 31, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Roundup: Standout Performances from Thursday’s Action
Thursday's fantasy baseball slate delivered a mix of dominant performances and surprising developments, from velocity gains to injury concerns, offering valuable insights for lineup decisions.
Jul 31, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Daily: High-Value Picks for Thursday, July 30, 2026
A look at three under-the-radar players whose recent performances and favorable matchups could translate into strong fantasy points on the evening slate.
Jul 30, 2026
Nationals Eye Pitching Reinforcements as Cavalli’s Breakout Season Raises Optimism
The Washington Nationals boast the league’s best offense while their pitching staff struggles; prospect Cade Cavalli’s emerging performance offers a glimmer of hope as the club eyes trade‑deadline additions.
Jul 29, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Free-Agent Guide: Pitching, Relief and Catcher Targets Ahead of the Trade Deadline
With the MLB trade deadline just a week away, this guide breaks down the top free-agent starting pitchers, relievers and catchers, offering budget recommendations and injury updates to help managers make sharp roster moves.
Jul 26, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Who to Target This Week
A deep dive into the pitchers and hitters heating up the waiver wire, with bid guidance for a $100 free‑agent budget.
Jul 25, 2026
Second-Half Fantasy Pitching Outlook: Who’s Still Lucky, Who’s Unlucky
Midseason analysis reveals which starters are overperforming their peripherals, which are regressing, and which low‑cost arms could provide a competitive edge in fantasy leagues.
Jul 1, 2026
Navigating ERA Discrepancies: Who’s Undervalued and Who’s Overvalued in 2026
An exploration of how ERA and SIERA diverge for key MLB starters, highlighting underperformers, overperformers, and the underlying statistics that drive fantasy baseball decisions.
Jun 22, 2026
Skip Johnson’s Process‑First Approach Leads Oklahoma to the College World Series Finals
Veteran pitching coach Skip Johnson’s mental‑resilience philosophy has guided the University of Oklahoma baseball team through a challenging regular season and into the College World Series finals, shaping the next generation of MLB talent.
Jun 20, 2026
Weekend Pitching Roundup: Standout Performances Across the League
From shutouts to gritty outings, this week’s slate of starters delivered a mix of dominance and nuance, offering clues about each pitcher’s role moving forward.
May 24, 2026
Bullpen Battles and Breakout Performances Across MLB
Recent games have seen closers tested, relievers rise, and key players sidelined, while fantasy enthusiasts scout new lineups.
May 24, 2026
Week 8 Fantasy Baseball: Two‑Start Pitchers to Target and Avoid
From Sonny Gray’s favorable twin‑matchups to the high‑risk gamble of Noah Schultz, this guide breaks down the top two‑start arms and the sleepers you can stream.
May 18, 2026
Streaming Pitchers: Who to Target This Week in Fantasy Baseball
Weekly streamer recommendations highlight breakout performances and matchup advantages for fantasy baseball.
May 17, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Two-Start Pitchers: Who to Start This Week
Several starters are posting sub-3.00 ERAs and draw double-header schedules that make them prime candidates for fantasy lineups.
May 15, 2026