MLB Highlights: Varsho’s Near‑No‑Hit, Verlander’s Retirement, and Fantasy Pitching Picks
A look at standout pitching outings, bullpen shifts, contract moves, and fantasy streaming recommendations in today's baseball landscape.
Jul 9, 2026
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MLB DFS Picks: Expert Insights from SportsLine’s Mike McClure
SportsLine analyst Mike McClure breaks down optimal MLB DFS lineups, highlighting players to start and avoid for tonight's slate.
Jul 8, 2026
Statcast’s Expected Metrics and ZiPS Projections Redefine Player Evaluation
An exploration of Statcast’s ‘expected’ statistics and the ZiPS projection system, highlighting over‑ and under‑performers and the broader impact on player assessment.
Jul 8, 2026
Caleb Durbin’s June Surge Transforms Red Sox Outlook
Caleb Durbin’s dramatic improvement in June — seven homers, a 1.336 OPS and top defensive metrics — has reshaped his role on the Boston Red Sox and sparked cautious optimism for the club’s postseason hopes.
Jul 7, 2026
Manny Machado Remains Optimistic as Padres Seek Turnaround
Manny Machado’s optimism and the return of key injured players could spark a Padres resurgence in the 2026 season.
Jul 6, 2026
NBC Sports’ Star‑Spangled Sunday Features a High‑Stakes Padres‑Dodgers Clash
On July 5, NBC Sports will air 15 MLB games, headlined by a live Sunday Night Baseball showdown between the Padres and the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.
Jul 5, 2026
MLB Night Recap: Padres’ Collapse, Rays’ Streak, Guardians’ Walk-Off
From a 6‑0 lead evaporating against the Dodgers to a walk‑off homer that sealed a Guardians win, yesterday’s games delivered drama, comebacks and standout performances.
Jul 3, 2026
Five Overperforming MLB Players Poised for Regression in Week 15
An examination of five fantasy standouts whose underlying metrics hint at a looming regression in Week 15.
Jul 3, 2026
MLB Weekly Wrap: Closer Chaos, Injury Updates and Streaming Pitcher Picks
A look at the latest developments across the majors, from the White Sox’s unsettled closer role to standout outings by Ian Seymour and Bryce Miller, plus streaming pitcher recommendations for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
Jul 3, 2026
Midseason Regression Risks: Who’s Overperforming and Who’s Underperforming in 2026
An analysis of BABIP and underlying metrics highlights four players poised for regression, with implications for their teams and fantasy value.
Jul 1, 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
Underperforming Stars in Fantasy Baseball: When to Cut Ties
A look at the statistical downturns of Aaron Nola, Jarren Duran, Austin Riley and Luis Castillo, and what their performances mean for fantasy baseball managers.
Jun 30, 2026
MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers Extend Lead as Rays Surge
The latest FanGraphs power rankings show the Dodgers leading the NL West by ten games, the Rays on a five‑game streak, and the Yankees swept by Boston. Key performances from Betts, Woodruff, Harper and Caminero highlight the week’s action.
Jun 29, 2026
MLB Trade Deadline Dynamics Shaped by 2022’s Expanded Wild Card
As the August 3 trade deadline looms, the new Wild Card format has turned the MLB market into a high‑stakes chess game.
Jun 29, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Rest‑of‑Season Rankings: Who to Target
The rest‑of‑season (ROS) rankings that have become a staple for fantasy baseball managers are more than a simple list; they are a strategic compass that points toward the players most likely to deliver value over the final stretch of the campaign.
Jun 29, 2026
Dodgers Edge Past Padres in 4-2 Victory
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 4-2 win over the San Diego Padres, highlighted by Freddie Freeman’s bases-loaded walk, Mookie Betts’ three-run homer and strong pitching from Emmet Sheehan.
Jun 29, 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
Night of Thrills in MLB: Comebacks, Records, and Walk‑Offs
From the Phillies’ ninth‑inning surge to Alcantara’s milestone and Machado’s decisive hit, yesterday’s games delivered drama at every turn.
Jun 24, 2026
Rockies’ Historic Eight-Hit Rally Highlights a Night of Milestones
A recap of the night’s biggest storylines, including Colorado’s eight-consecutive-hit streak, Los Angeles’ 50-win milestone, and key performances by Ohtani, Buxton, and Bradish.
Jun 23, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Midpoint: Positional Breakouts, Slumps, and Roster Strategies
Midway through the 2026 fantasy baseball season, certain hitters are defying expectations while others are faltering, prompting managers to reassess roster construction across every position.
Jun 23, 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
Durbin’s Hot Streak and Fedde’s Streaming Edge Offer Fantasy Baseball Wins
A look at Caleb Durbin’s recent hitting surge and Erick Fedde’s pitching turnaround, and how they could affect fantasy baseball roster moves.
Jun 23, 2026
Rookie Sal Stewart Leads the Charge in Automated Strike Challenges
Sal Stewart’s 20 successful challenges, just two shy of the entire Brewers roster, highlight a blend of confidence and experience that is drawing praise from veterans and management alike.
Jun 22, 2026
Undervalued Hitters Poised for a 2026 Breakout
A statistical deep‑dive identifies Trent Grisham, Max Muncy and JJ Bleday as buy‑low candidates, showing how luck‑adjusted metrics can spotlight undervalued talent heading into the 2026 campaign.
Jun 18, 2026