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After a slow start, Jac Caglianone has surged to a .310 average, .930 OPS and 17 homers in just 65 games, earning a spot in the upcoming Home Run Derby and sparking comparisons to rising rival Charlie Condon.
Young MLB players are battling fatigue as the season winds down, while emerging call‑ups provide new options for fantasy managers seeking a competitive edge.
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 Chicago White Sox and Tampa Bay Rays held the first two picks in the draft, selecting Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson respectively. Both clubs, after seasons of struggle, are now posting winning records and joining a select group of teams that have transformed a top draft choice into a 90‑win campaign.
Bryan Baker, a 31‑year‑old reliever for the Tampa Bay Rays, has rebounded dramatically this season, boasting a 1.56 ERA, 28 saves and an All‑Star nod, positioning him as a key postseason piece
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.
College star Roch Cholowsky becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, agreeing to a record‑breaking $10.35 million signing bonus with the Chicago White Sox, eclipsing the previous high set just two years ago.
The 2026 All-Star Game will be staged at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park, where National League experts expect a decisive victory. Bryce Harper leads the MVP conversation, while emerging talents Otto Lopez and Jordan Walker eye breakout performances.
A look at the most promising hitters available on the waiver wire for the upcoming fantasy baseball week, with insights on platoon advantages and recent performance trends.
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.
The Pirates opened the second half of their season with a commanding 7‑1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, extending their winning streak to four games and marking a historic milestone for the franchise.
The Pittsburgh Pirates secured their fourth consecutive win on July 18, defeating the Cleveland Guardians 7-1. Jared Jones delivered a strong outing, while Jacob Gonzales and Esmerlyn Valdez contributed key homers.
The Pittsburgh Pirates fell 5‑3 to the Cleveland Guardians in the second game of a doubleheader, highlighted by a sacrifice fly, a sun‑blinded error, and a walk‑off homer.
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.
Cleveland Guardians drop the first game to the Pittsburgh Pirates before rallying to a 5‑3 victory, with Khlil Watson’s clutch hit and Travis Bazzana’s emergence drawing attention to the team’s 2026 draft prospects.
A three‑game series in Cleveland gave the Pittsburgh Pirates a modest win streak, but late‑inning meltdowns kept them from a six‑game run and exposed a bullpen that must be shored up before the deadline.
The latest rest‑of‑season rankings blend best‑case and worst‑case projections with average performance and standard deviation, helping managers decide who to start, stash, or target on the waiver wire.
From Coors Field to Miami, a handful of young hitters and pitchers are posting statistically significant improvements, making them prime targets for roster upgrades.
José Ramírez’s first game back after six weeks delivered two RBIs, while the Guardians’ diverse roster and playoff odds highlight a pivotal matchup against the Twins
A three‑game series between the Cleveland Guardians and Miami Marlins will feature a marquee pitching matchup between rookie Parker Messick and Cy Young winner Sandy Alcántara, a duel that could influence both teams' postseason hopes.
The 2026 MLB Draft will showcase a dozen Oregon State prospects, including top‑ranked arms like Blake Bowen and Ethan Kleinschmit, as the Beavers aim to extend their pipeline to the majors.
The 2026 MLB Draft begins on July 11, featuring 20 rounds that may send up to a dozen Oregon State players into professional contracts. The event will be broadcast across NBC, Peacock, MLB Network and streaming platforms, spotlighting top prospects such as Blake Bowen, Ethan Kleinschmit and Eric Segura.
The upcoming draft promises a deep talent pool, highlighted by standout players from Oregon State and a broadcast lineup that reaches millions of fans.
Three emerging talents are dominating in the minors, delivering stats that make a major‑league call‑up increasingly likely.