MLB Trade Deadline Moves Set Up Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Surprises
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.
Aug 3, 2026
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MLB Night Recap: Astros Take Lead, Marlins Surge, Tigers Dominate
A whirlwind of offensive fireworks and pitching battles defined the latest MLB action, with the Astros climbing to the top of the AL West and the Twins tightening the wild‑card race.
Aug 1, 2026
Week 18 Waiver Wire: Top Free‑Agent Hitters and Pitchers to Target
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.
Jul 29, 2026
Lewis’ Ninth-Inning Triple Seals Walk-Off Win for Twins
Royce Lewis delivered a walk‑off RBI triple in the ninth inning, scoring Victor Caratini and Brooks Lee, as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Kansas City Royals in Minneapolis on July 28, 2026.
Jul 29, 2026
Week 16 Fantasy Baseball FAAB Targets: Who to Add Now
With playoff positioning tightening, this week's FAAB guide highlights high‑upside players rostered in 20‑25% of 12‑team leagues and 25‑50% of 15‑team leagues, using a four‑tier investment rating system to stretch your budget.
Jul 28, 2026
2027 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Unveiled: Top Players and Upcoming MLB Broadcasts
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.
Jul 28, 2026
A H2H Fantasy Baseball Week: Turning a Draft Misstep into a Steal‑Heavy Victory
A daring draft strategy that eschewed batting average and steals set the stage for a dramatic comeback, highlighted by a clutch steal from Esteury Ruiz.
Jul 28, 2026
Mid‑Week Waiver Wire Gems: Who to Add Before Week 16
A look at the most promising free‑agent additions for Week 16, injury updates and strategic advice for fantasy managers navigating the post‑All‑Star stretch.
Jul 27, 2026
2026 Topps Chrome Baseball Checklist Unveils Rare Card Variations and Star Players
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.
Jul 26, 2026
Right Field Woes and Rising Hope Across MLB’s Contending Clubs
Several Major League Baseball teams are confronting disappointing right‑field performances, prompting roster moves and renewed focus on prospects who could turn the tide.
Jul 26, 2026
Week 17 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Key Free Agents and Injury Updates
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.
Jul 25, 2026
Twins and Guardians Gear Up for Four‑Game Showdown in Cleveland
The Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Guardians open a four‑game series on Monday in Cleveland, each looking to bounce back from losses that highlighted defensive lapses and pitching performances.
Jul 25, 2026
MLB Weekly Roundup: Braves Extend Division Lead as Playoff Race Heats Up
The Braves hammered four homers to pull ahead, while the Twins, Tigers, Blue Jays and Diamondbacks all posted key wins that reshaped the postseason landscape.
Jul 24, 2026
From the Ballpark to the Crib: A Father’s Reflections on Baseball and Early Childhood
A dad on paternity leave shares how a dazzling defensive play by Jose Siri for the Angels and the scouting notes on Carlos Cortes intersect with the joy of his daughter’s first smiles, laughs, and the rhymes he sings to her.
Jul 24, 2026
DraftKings MLB DFS: Sunday’s Top Pitchers and Hitters to Target
An analysis of the standout pitchers and hitters highlighted in DraftKings’ DFS preview, including value picks and recent performance trends
Jul 5, 2026
Twins Blast Six Homers in 11-4 Rout of Yankees on Independence Day
The Minnesota Twins erupted for six home runs, capitalizing on New York’s defensive miscues to secure an 11‑4 win on July 4, 2026.
Jul 4, 2026
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
Fantasy Baseball Rest‑of‑Season Rankings Rewrite the Board Amid Injuries and Breakouts
The latest rest‑of‑season fantasy baseball rankings reveal dramatic shifts, from outfielders felled by injury to breakout performers climbing the value chart.
Jul 1, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week 13 Targets
Week 13 waiver wire analysis highlights breakout performances from Josh Bell, Francisco Alvarez and emerging arms like Griffin Jax, while key injuries reshape roster decisions.
Jun 26, 2026
Midseason ZiPS Projections Reveal Surprising Shifts in Player Outlooks
The latest ZiPS midseason updates highlight dramatic changes in projected 2027 OPS+ and WAR, spotlighting breakout performances, injury recoveries, and surprising slumps across the league.
Jun 24, 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
Fantasy Baseball: Spotting Underperforming Hitters Before the Trade Deadline
A statistical leaderboard highlights players whose recent performance indicators — from barrel rate to chase rate — suggest they are undervalued or overrated in fantasy formats.
Jun 18, 2026
Week 12 Fantasy Baseball Trade Value Chart: Buy‑Low Gems and Sell‑High Candidates
The latest weekly trade‑value chart highlights high‑risk buy‑low options such as Ronald Acuna Jr. and Chase DeLauter, while flagging sell‑high players like Mickey Moniak and Brandon Woodruff as they return from injury.
Jun 18, 2026
Top 300 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Return with MLB’s 2026 Broadcast Deal
The latest Top 300 fantasy baseball rankings are released, featuring MLB’s 2026 return to NBC and Peacock, key player movements, and injury updates.
Jun 16, 2026