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Tyler Naquin last received this much attention back in 2017, but he was frequently added by teams in free agent bidding this week.

MLB Barometer: Risers & Fallers

In this week's look at players whose stock is either rising or falling, Erik Halterman notes Corbin Burnes' ascension after two outstanding outings so far this season.

Fantasy Baseball Podcast: Yelich, Rendon Injured, FAAB Closers & OF

Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad cover injuries (Christian Yelich, Anthony Rendon) and FAAB options at Closer and Outfield.

AL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week

Erik Siegrist checks out the AL free-agent pool and thinks that while Akil Baddoo's name might be fun to say, he could be even more fun to have on your roster.

NL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week

Jan Levine is back and lists a number of players to target, including a veteran starter in San Francisco who's excelling.

Weekly Hitter Rankings: Royal Treatment

Todd Zola's weekly hitter rankings feature a Royals squad that will have the benefit of seven home games this week.

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MLB Barometer: Risers & Fallers

Today

In this week's look at players whose stock is either rising or falling, Erik Halterman notes Corbin Burnes' ascension after two outstanding outings so far this season.

SXM Highlights: Cleveland Gave Up Too Early on Tyler Naquin

Today

Reds OF Tyler Naquin is off to a hot start. It seems like Cleveland was too quick to give up on Naquin. Chris Liss and Jeff Erickson discuss.

Video Shorts: Sneaky Adds For Week 2

Today

Jeff Erickson is shocked that Brandon Nimmo is not rostered in more leagues.

Bernie on the Scene: Baddoo and Mercedes are Hot, Hot, Hot

Today

Bernie Pleskoff profiles a couple hot waiver targets in Akil Baddoo and Yermin Mercedes. Will they be regular contributors or simply spare parts?

MLB Betting: Monday's Best Bets

Today

Michael Rathburn dives into Monday's MLB slate and offers his best bets on the board, including a play on Miami starter Sandy Alcantara's strikeout prop as he gets set to face the Braves in Atlanta.

Rounding Third: Week 2 FAAB Bids

Today

Tyler Naquin last received this much attention back in 2017, but he was frequently added by teams in free agent bidding this week.

Fantasy Baseball Podcast: Yelich, Rendon Injured, FAAB Closers & OF

Today

Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad cover injuries (Christian Yelich, Anthony Rendon) and FAAB options at Closer and Outfield.

FanDuel MLB: Monday Targets

Today

Writing about Monday night's slate of games, Chris Morgan, likes Trea Turner's power and speed against Cardinal pitcher John Gant.

DraftKings MLB: Monday Breakdown

Yesterday

Mike Barner drops in with his best DraftKings recommendations for Monday's slate, including a Phillies stack against David Peterson and the Mets.

Rounding Third: Gameday Pitcher Velocities

Yesterday

Luis Castillo threw harder in his second start of the season than he did on Opening Day, and now there's a way you can check for that yourself immediately on the day of that start.

MLB Barometer: Risers & Fallers

Today

In this week's look at players whose stock is either rising or falling, Erik Halterman notes Corbin Burnes' ascension after two outstanding outings so far this season.

SXM Highlights: Cleveland Gave Up Too Early on Tyler Naquin

Today

Reds OF Tyler Naquin is off to a hot start. It seems like Cleveland was too quick to give up on Naquin. Chris Liss and Jeff Erickson discuss.

Video Shorts: Sneaky Adds For Week 2

Today

Jeff Erickson is shocked that Brandon Nimmo is not rostered in more leagues.

Bernie on the Scene: Baddoo and Mercedes are Hot, Hot, Hot

Today

Bernie Pleskoff profiles a couple hot waiver targets in Akil Baddoo and Yermin Mercedes. Will they be regular contributors or simply spare parts?

Rounding Third: Week 2 FAAB Bids

Today

Tyler Naquin last received this much attention back in 2017, but he was frequently added by teams in free agent bidding this week.

Fantasy Baseball Podcast: Yelich, Rendon Injured, FAAB Closers & OF

Today

Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad cover injuries (Christian Yelich, Anthony Rendon) and FAAB options at Closer and Outfield.

Rounding Third: Gameday Pitcher Velocities

Yesterday

Luis Castillo threw harder in his second start of the season than he did on Opening Day, and now there's a way you can check for that yourself immediately on the day of that start.

AL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week

Yesterday

Erik Siegrist checks out the AL free-agent pool and thinks that while Akil Baddoo's name might be fun to say, he could be even more fun to have on your roster.

NL FAAB Factor: Waiver Pickups of the Week

Yesterday

Jan Levine is back and lists a number of players to target, including a veteran starter in San Francisco who's excelling.

The Z Files: The Fallacy of Stabilization and an Early Look at Home Runs

2 days ago

Todd Zola offers some thoughts on early-season trends, including the home run surge led by Nick Castellanos and the Reds.

FanDuel MLB: Monday Targets

Today

Writing about Monday night's slate of games, Chris Morgan, likes Trea Turner's power and speed against Cardinal pitcher John Gant.

DraftKings MLB: Monday Breakdown

Yesterday

Mike Barner drops in with his best DraftKings recommendations for Monday's slate, including a Phillies stack against David Peterson and the Mets.

DraftKings MLB: Sunday Breakdown

Yesterday

Dan Marcus says Marcus Stroman may not be the flashiest pitcher today, but he's about as safe as it comes facing the Marlins.

FanDuel MLB: Sunday Targets

Yesterday

WIth a superior record at home and versus righties, Chris Morgan likes Max Kepler to produce against Chris Flexen and the Mariners.

FanDuel MLB: Saturday Targets

2 days ago

While it's rare to suggest catchers in DFS, Chris Bennett likes Christian Vazquez against lefty Bruce Zimmerman in tonight's Red Sox/Orioles game.

DraftKings MLB: Saturday Breakdown

2 days ago

Mike Moustakas has hit the ball well so far this season and Christopher Olson doesn't see that stopping today against the Diamondbacks.

DraftKings MLB: Friday Breakdown

3 days ago

Mike Barner previews Friday night's slate of six games and likes Lance McCullers against a struggling A's lineup.

FanDuel MLB: Friday Targets

3 days ago

Chris Bennett checks in with his Friday FanDuel insights to help you craft a winning lineup heading into the weekend.

DraftKings MLB: Thursday Breakdown

4 days ago

Mike Barner previews Thursday’s DraftKings slate, recommending a Rockies stack against Arizona.

FanDuel MLB: Thursday's Targets

4 days ago

Kevin Payne checks out Thursday's slate as Nelson Cruz and the Twins look to tee off on a southpaw at Target Field.

MLB Betting: Monday's Best Bets

Today

Michael Rathburn dives into Monday's MLB slate and offers his best bets on the board, including a play on Miami starter Sandy Alcantara's strikeout prop as he gets set to face the Braves in Atlanta.

MLB Betting: Sunday Best Bets

Yesterday

Dan Marcus likes German Marquez and the underdog Rockies in his best bets for Sunday.

MLB Betting: Saturday Best Bets

2 days ago

Juan Blanco likes the Twins behind Michael Pineda to beat the Mariners among his best bets for Saturday.

MLB Betting: Friday Best Bets

3 days ago

Joe Sheehan talks about riding out the tough stretches and keeping perspective in a long baseball season before dishing out his favorite wagers for Friday's MLB slate, including a run line play on the Dodgers.

MLB Betting: Thursday Best Bets

4 days ago

Juan Blanco picks winners for Thursday's games, including backing the White Sox against the Royals.

MLB Betting: Wednesday Best Bets

5 days ago

Joe Sheehan examines how the new extra-innings rule impacts under wagers before dishing out his favorite bets for Wednesday's slate of MLB action.

MLB Betting: Tuesday Best Bets

6 days ago

Joe Sheehan muses on bankroll management in Tuesday's MLB Betting piece before diving into his favorite bets du jour, including one on the total in Boston where the Red Sox face an ace in Tampa's Tyler Glasnow.

MLB Betting: Guide To Alternative Bets

6 days ago

Michael Rathburn offers insights into his process with four types of alternative bets that he targets when wagering on baseball, like First Five Inning Team Sides to limit exposure to volatile bullpens.

MLB Betting: Monday Best Bets

7 days ago

Joe Sheehan breaks his favorite bets for Monday's MLB action. Will the Royals' bats stay red-hot as they travel to spacious Progressive Field to face a sharp Cleveland pitching staff?

MLB Betting: Sunday Best Bets

8 days ago

Michael Rathburn likes the Astros to sweep the A's on Sunday in his best bets of the day.