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Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Monday 8/17
It's another manic Monday, so you know what time it is - it's time to dig deep and find some streamers. Today we're going to take advantage of the Rockies in their first road series after a six-game homestand. We'll also take a look at a couple of Dodgers, Diamondbacks, and Blue Jays! When choosing... Read More
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/16/20) - MLB DFS Lineups
It's Sunday, so that means it's time to take down this eight-game slate filled with afternoon baseball. So crack open a cold one and enjoy the games as you watch your DraftKings players go to work. Let's cash in with some winners! I'll take a look at each position and build a lineup using my... Read More
FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/15/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
Get ready for another Saturday of MLB action, with seven games on the main slate. It looks like a good spot for a contrarian Orioles' stack against lefty Patrick Corbin, whose velocity is down two MPH this season. The O's rank second in baseball with a .391 wOBA against southpaws. In this article, we'll identify... Read More
ADP Showdown: Jonathan Taylor vs. David Montgomery
We're approaching the middle of August and entering the prime season of fantasy drafts, which means it's time to debate between two players at the same position with similar ADPs. When you are aware of a player's ADP, it makes it easier to decide whether you are willing to reach on one of your guys,... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Picks for Tuesday 8/11
It's time for another day of the stream machine! Today's feature is a Marlins' stack against lefty Hyun-Jin Ryu and the Toronto Blue Jays. The Marlins have posted a .346 wOBA (8th in MLB) against southpaws and have an exploitable matchup against Ryu. Let's get it! When choosing my daily hitter streamers, I examine their... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Monday 8/10
We're on to Week Three of this wild shortened season. If you have gotten off to a slow start, the time to act is now! You need to dig deep and find some strong matchups to get back into contention. Luckily, this article will help you get back on track. When choosing my daily hitter... Read More
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/9/20) - MLB DFS Lineups
Sunday is my favorite day for DFS because we don't have to wait until the evening for some action! Nothing better than relaxing after a busy week with some afternoon baseball, especially when it involves players that you've stacked in your lineups. Let's cash in with some winners! I'll take a look at each position... Read More
FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/8/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
It's Saturday, so it's time to pick some winners for this eight-game MLB slate. It's a great day to pay up for a future Hall of Fame pitcher because he's on another level than the other options available. We're also going to bet on a slugfest at Fenway Park with two questionable pitchers on the... Read More
Kyle Tucker May Be Arriving
Coming into this season, Kyle Tucker was widely viewed as an intriguing outfielder due to his prospect pedigree and power-speed profile while hitting in a stacked Astros' lineup. Tucker slashed .266/.354/.555 with 34 home runs and 30 stolen bases in 536 plate appearances at Triple-A last season, leaving fantasy players drooling over his upside. Tucker... Read More
Nick Chubb: 2020 Rushing Champ and Top-Five Fantasy RB
Nick Chubb has established himself as one of the premier pure runners in the NFL, rushing for 2,490 yards and 16 touchdowns on 490 attempts (5.1 yards per attempt) in his two-year career. At 5'11, 227-lbs, Chubb is a bruising back with 90th-percentile scores in speed and burst. Chubb can fight for the tough yards... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Tuesday 8/4
The stream machine rolls on for another day! We're going to continue to exploit Coors and take advantage of favorable platoon splits. Let's get it! When choosing my daily hitter streamers, I examine their platoon splits, lineup position, and pitching matchup. With pitchers, I account for the opposing lineup, team ballpark, and recent performance to... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Hitter, Pitcher Lineup Picks for Monday 8/3
It sure has been a chaotic start to the shortened season, with several games postponed over the past week. We need to pay close attention to potential streamers to get a step up on our competition. When choosing my daily hitter streamers, I examine their platoon splits, lineup position, and pitching matchup. With pitchers, I... Read More
DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (8/2/20) - MLB DFS Lineups
It's Sunday, so get ready for an afternoon filled with baseball. It's a shorter slate with only seven games due to the Reds vs. Tigers doubleheader, but let's take a deep dive to carve out the perfect lineup. Remember to double-check the weather, starting lineups, and postponements before finalizing your roster. I'll take a look... Read More
FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/1/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice
It's Saturday, so brace yourselves for another stacked MLB slate with 12 games on the docket. It's a tough day for starting pitchers, with a shortage of bankable arms for you to trust in your lineup. We're going to focus on two teams to stack in favorable matchups to act as the core of your... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Lineup and Pitching Picks for Tuesday 7/28
It's Tuesday, so you know what that means: back to a full slate of baseball! Let's attack these games and target some streamer hitters and pitchers! In today's article, we have a versatile Dodger infielder, an outfielder in a stacked lineup, and another outfielder with some power-speed upside. We also have an intriguing pitcher on... Read More
Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - MLB Lineup and Pitching Picks for Monday 7/27
It feels great to have baseball back! In this sprint of a season with only 60 games, it becomes even more important to pay close attention to potential streamers. This can really put you ahead of your competition. When choosing my daily hitter streamers, I examine their platoon splits, lineup position, and pitching matchup. With... Read More
10 Hitters Who Benefit from a Short Season
Baseball is finally back! After months of waiting, it’s time to get back to fantasy baseball. This year will look much different due to the short season as a 60-game sample size is going to make for some wacky stats. While fantasy baseball will never be more unpredictable, we can gain an advantage over our... Read More
FFPC Draft Strategy - Zero RB
The FFPC is the top choice for high-stakes fantasy football, offering both dynasty and season-long leagues in a variety of formats, including best ball and superflex. If you think you have what it takes to beat the best in fantasy football, I would encourage you to check out FFPC for the best combination of prizes... Read More
Reynaldo Lopez (SP, CHW) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~ 300 CURRENT ADP: ~318 overall ANALYSIS: Reynaldo Lopez is one of the most polarizing pitchers in fantasy baseball. He's a 26-year-old who can rotate between a complete-game, double-digit strikeout gem and a four-inning, six-run blow-up. Despite his inconsistency, it’s hard to avoid a pitcher who can put up lines like... Read More
Sandy Alcantara (SP, MIA) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers
BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~ 250 CURRENT ADP: ~297 overall ANALYSIS: Sandy Alcantara was once the jewel of the Marcell Ozuna trade, grading out as a solid pitching prospect with the potential to develop into a number two or three starter. Now entering his age-24 season, Alcantara showed some encouraging signs in September, providing optimism for growth... Read More
Marcus Stroman (SP, NYM) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleepers
BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~ 180 CURRENT ADP: ~208 overall ANALYSIS: Marcus Stroman was traded to the New York Mets at the trade deadline and took some time to adjust to a much different team and league. However, he improved during the month of September, likely because he began to feel more comfortable in his... Read More
Deshaun Watson Will Be the Overall QB1 in 2020
Deshaun Watson has established himself as one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL. His dual-threat, playmaking ability has translated particularly well in fantasy football. In his three year career, Watson has averaged 24.12 (1st), 20.73 (4th), and 22.13 points per game (2nd), making him one of the most coveted quarterbacks in fantasy drafts. But... Read More
Why Joe Burrow Will Be a Top-10 Fantasy Quarterback
The prevailing strategy that has taken over fantasy football is to wait on quarterback. Given the depth of the position, many fantasy players are focused on addressing other positions on their roster before selecting their QB1. This strategy allows you to construct a roster filled with depth at wide receiver and running back. If you’re... Read More
Tight End Half-PPR Rankings, Tiers and Analysis
We continue with our breakdown of RotoBaller's early 2020 draft rankings for Half-PPR leagues by looking at everyone's favorite position - tight end! While the names at the very top are no surprise, the next tier looks vastly different from a year ago. There are also some young, upcoming players that could make a fantasy splash... Read More
Wide Receiver PPR Rankings, Tiers and Analysis
It’s never too early to prepare for the 2020 fantasy football season! What better way to get a leg up on the competition than to consume content filled with interesting tidbits to help you determine your favorite draft targets! With that in mind, let’s turn to a position that has become one of the deepest... Read More
Three Hitters Ready to Breakout Earlier Than Their Prime
The quickest path to a fantasy championship is to identify and select potential breakouts. The challenge with this approach is that usually such players are hyped to the point where their ADP becomes inflated. This increases their risk, because often their new ADP has an assumed breakout baked into the cost. This is why it’s... Read More
Sleeping Giants: Why Daniel Jones and His Receivers Are Undervalued
The key to securing a fantasy football championship is to identify undervalued players before they become popular sleepers and shoot up draft boards. We also want to target offenses that are forced into shootouts due to porous defenses. The team that fits these criteria for 2020 is none other than the New York Giants. The... Read More
2020 Starting Pitcher Sleepers - September Surgers
September can be an overlooked month for Fantasy Baseball players, particularly those who are out of contention. It’s a month where we might miss strong performances from players who have fallen off of our radar due to previous struggles. However, if you dig deeper into September performances, you might find some potential gems to target... Read More
Jo Adell (OF, LAA) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~210s CURRENT ADP: ~235 overall ANALYSIS: The most coveted type of player in fantasy baseball is the batter who can hit home runs, steal bases, and hit for contact. This is why Los Angeles Angels’ outfield prospect, 20-year-old Jo Adell, is an intriguing sleeper for the 2020 season. Adell is a five-tool player who... Read More
Starting Pitcher Busts Due to Bounce Back In 2020
Starting pitching busts are the worst types because they usually show severe decline in production. At least when your hitter busts, it’s a minor decline in career norms - but with pitchers, we sometimes see them completely fall-off in their bust seasons. These two pitchers are former aces for the Cleveland Indians. Both of them... Read More
