It's been two weeks since our most recent update over the All-Star break, which means we've lost players such as Aaron Judge (elbow), Ronald Acuna Jr. (calf), Byron Buxton (ribs), Kris Bubic (shoulder), Isaac Paredes (hamstring), Jacob Wilson (wrist), Jac Caglianone (hamstring), Tanner Scott (forearm), Felix Bautista (shoulder), Marcelo Mayer (wrist), Alejandro Kirk (head), Grant Holmes (elbow), and more to the injured list. However, at least we've gotten key names back in action, such as ...

It's been two weeks since our most recent update over the All-Star break, which means we've lost players such as Aaron Judge (elbow), Ronald Acuna Jr. (calf), Byron Buxton (ribs), Kris Bubic (shoulder), Isaac Paredes (hamstring), Jacob Wilson (wrist), Jac Caglianone (hamstring), Tanner Scott (forearm), Felix Bautista (shoulder), Marcelo Mayer (wrist), Alejandro Kirk (head), Grant Holmes (elbow), and more to the injured list. However, at least we've gotten key names back in action, such as ...

Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 18 of the 2025 MLB season. The focus of this article is to highlight players who could be on the verge of a breakout, citing current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average and isolated power (ISO). You will also find expected batting average (xwOBA) underachievers and overachievers.In this week's edition, we'll dive into players like Jackson Chourio, Matt Shaw, and Royce Lewis. You'll not only find...

Welcome back to my Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters article for Week 18 of the 2025 MLB season. The focus of this article is to highlight players who could be on the verge of a breakout, citing current active hitting streaks along with recent leaders in batting average and isolated power (ISO). You will also find expected batting average (xwOBA) underachievers and overachievers.In this week's edition, we'll dive into players like Jackson Chourio, Matt Shaw, and Royce Lewis. You'll not only find...

The MLB trade deadline is next Thursday, and we could see an influx of veterans and prospects on the move by then. It's an exciting time for baseball with all the trade rumors and potentially more prospects getting the call to the big leagues. At RotoBaller HQ, we are back with more waiver wire rankings for Week 17-- July 21 through July 27 to help managers in leagues that allow daily moves. Find out where key players such as Chandler Simpson, Brice Matthews, Matt Shaw, Luke Keaschall, Spencer ...

BALLER MOVE: Add in all leaguesROSTERED IN: 45% of LeaguesANALYSIS: The top prospect in the Chicago Cubs' system, Matt Shaw, should be viewed as a must-add target this weekend.. Shaw was a popular late-round sleeper pick during draft season but saw his roster share plummet after he was optioned to Triple-A following his slow start.However, since returning on May 19, Shaw has been one of the most valuable bats in the Cubs' lineup. Over his last 16 contests, the former first-round pick has posted ...

BALLER MOVE: Add in all leaguesROSTERED IN: 45% of LeaguesANALYSIS:Chicago Cubs top infield prospect Matt Shaw has begun to find his footing in the major leagues and should be added in all formats. Shaw was able to break camp with the MLB roster but could not find much success during his first stint in the majors. In his first 18 games with the Cubs, the former Mayland product posted a low .172 AVG with a .535 OPS.Following his slow start, the Cubs opted to send him to Triple-A for him to ...

It's not surprising that we are starting to see more and more prospects get called up. We are at the point of the season when teams are dealing with injuries and potentially need a spark on offense. Prospects like Nick Kurtz, Dalton Rushing, Coby Mayo, and Cade Horton are some of the biggest names to be promoted this year.Three more prospects to add to that list are Kansas City Royals first baseman Jac Caglianone, Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw, and Boston Red Sox shortstop Marcelo Mayer. ...

BALLER MOVE: Add in All LeaguesROSTERED IN: 50% of LeaguesANALYSIS:Chicago Cubs infield prospect Matt Shaw was able to break camp with the MLB roster but showed some significant growing pains during his first taste of major league action. Across his first 18 contests on the Northside, Shaw posted a .172/.294/.241 slash line with one double and a triple. Following his slow start, the Cubs opted to send their top prospect back to Triple-A Iowa to put the final touches on his development.At ...

Hello again, RotoBallers, and happy Memorial Day. Welcome back to another edition of the Infield Waiver Wire Adds series. For those finding their way here for the first time, this weekly column focuses on a handful of infield-eligible players who can help bolster your roster for the week ahead and possibly longer.Since the Indy 500 is being held today, I thought that would be a good excuse to take some victory laps. Matt Shaw, Nolan Schanuel, and Miguel Andujar were featured in last week's ...