2026 Fantasy Baseball Advice (Weekly Update)

Timeline

1. about 17 hours ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   San Francisco Giants select right‑hander Jackson Flora with fourth overall pick

   The San Francisco Giants picked 21‑year‑old right‑hander Jackson Flora fourth overall in the 2026 MLB draft, signing him for $7.99 million and projecting a fast rise through the farm system.

2. 6 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Pittsburgh Pirates sign LSU outfielder Derek Curiel and pitcher Jason DeCaro

   The Pittsburgh Pirates signed LSU outfielder Derek Curiel to a $6.2 million, underslot contract and UNC pitcher Jason DeCaro to a $1.3 million, above‑slot bonus, adding depth to their 2026 draft class.

3. 11 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   San Francisco Giants lock in top draft picks Jackson Flora and Peyton Bonds

   The Giants signed top pick pitcher Jackson Flora and third‑round outfielder Peyton Bonds, securing both players with contracts totaling about $8.8 million.

4. 11 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   MLB Shortstop and Fantasy Baseball Rankings Spotlight Top Players

   Post‑All‑Star MLB shortstop rankings, Week 17 fantasy FAAB advice, and 2027 prospect outlook highlight key players and strategy for baseball fans.

5. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   MLB Draft Recap Highlights Winners and Losers

   Analysis of the MLB draft shows few college catchers succeed, prompting calls to adjust future scouting models.

6. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Fantasy Baseball Week 17 Waiver Wire Picks and Week 18 Two‑Start Pitcher Outlook

   Week 17 fantasy picks spotlight Guardians' Rocchio and Nationals' Mead with FAAB bids; Week 18 preview lists top two‑start pitchers like Wheeler and Sale with roster rates and matchups.

7. 16 days ago

   [SPORTS] 10 sources

   MLB 2026 All-Star Break: Rankings, Trade Deadline Outlook and Draft Highlights

   Midseason MLB 2026 rankings, trade‑deadline speculation for Dodgers, Yankees, Rockies, and post‑draft analysis of picks, farm systems and AL West draft grades.

8. 17 days ago

   [SPORTS] 6 sources

   Roch Cholowsky signs record $10.35 million bonus after being No. 1 pick by Chicago White Sox

   Chicago White Sox drafted UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky No. 1 overall in 2026 and signed him to a record $10.35 million bonus, the largest in draft history.

9. 17 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Fantasy Baseball Weekly Analyses Spotlight Emerging Pitchers and Hitters

   A July 7/12 pitcher roundup and a week 16 breakout hitter guide highlight Zach Thornton, Zack Wheeler, Esmerlyn Valdez and Royce Lewis among other fantasy baseball prospects.

10. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Philadelphia Phillies draft Kentucky right‑hander Jaxon Jelkin and Louisville left‑hander Wyatt Danilowicz in 2026 MLB (

    The Philadelphia Phillies drafted Kentucky right‑hander Jaxon Jelkin (4th round, 135th overall) and Louisville left‑hander Wyatt Danilowicz (8th round, 249th overall) in the 2026 MLB Draft.

11. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    Washington Nationals pick several prospects in 2026 MLB Draft

    The Washington Nationals selected third‑baseman Daniel Cuvet (138th) and LSU outfielder Anthony Murphy (466th) in the 2026 MLB Draft.

12. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Washington Nationals pick Maryland infielder Chris Hacopian 11th overall in 2026 MLB Draft

    The Washington Nationals used the 11th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft to select Maryland‑born infielder Chris Hacopian, who hit .339/.449/.604 in college and grew up a Nationals fan.

13. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Chicago White Sox add Joey Volchko and Isaac Yeager in 2026 MLB Draft

    The Chicago White Sox drafted right‑hander Joey Volchko (77th overall) and Oregon State reliever Isaac Yeager (14th round) in the 2026 MLB draft.

14. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Pittsburgh Pirates Draft UNC Pitcher Jason DeCaro in Third Round

    The Pittsburgh Pirates chose UNC pitcher Jason DeCaro (No. 80 overall) in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft, citing his strong fastball, slider and college success.

15. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources

    Boston Red Sox select UNC shortstop Jake Schaffner and outfielder Owen Hull in 2026 MLB Draft

    Boston Red Sox drafted UNC shortstop Jake Schaffner (20th overall) and outfielder Owen Hull (67th) in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the team’s focus on contact hitting and defensive skills.

16. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources

    San Francisco Giants pick UCSB pitcher Jackson Flora fourth overall in 2026 draft

    Jackson Flora of UCSB was drafted No. 4 overall by the San Francisco Giants, becoming the first pitcher taken in the 2026 MLB Draft; multiple other college players were also selected.

17. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 56 sources

    Chicago White Sox pick UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky No. 1 in 2026 MLB Draft

    The Chicago White Sox chose UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, sparking an emotional reaction; other teams added notable picks including several Bruins and Arizona Diamond‑

18. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    2026 MLB Draft: Mariners' Selections and Final Mock Projections Shape First‑Round Outlook

    The Mariners enter the 2026 MLB Draft with 20 picks, a $8.2 M bonus pool and a No. 24 first‑round slot, while ESPN’s final mock draft projects Roch Cholowsky to the White Sox and outlines the top 13 selections.

19. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources

    Phillies pick high‑school shortstop Tyler Spangler in 2026 MLB draft

    The Phillies used the 36th pick of the 2026 MLB draft to select high‑school shortstop Tyler Spangler despite a back injury, while also adding power prospects and other teams made their own selections.

20. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources

    Pirates select LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with No. 5 overall in 2026 MLB Draft

    Pirates pick LSU outfielder Derek Curiel at No. 5 in the 2026 MLB Draft; other first‑day selections include Georgia’s Daniel Jackson, Joey Volchko, Rylan Lujo, and Twins’ Brett Renfrow.

21. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    MLB Draft: Notable past busts and projected 2026 first‑round SEC selections

    A look at historic MLB draft busts for each team and ESPN’s 2026 first‑round mock predicting 11 SEC players, starting with Texas A&M’s Chris Hacopian at No. 8.

22. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    2026 MLB Draft Prospects Highlight Top Shortstops and Power Hitters

    Analysts preview the 2026 MLB draft, ranking top minor‑league prospects like Jesus Made and Max Clark, and mock‑drafting shortstops Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson as early first‑round picks.

23. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources

    White Sox Hold First Pick in 2026 MLB Draft Amid Top Prospect Debate

    The 2026 MLB Draft opens July 11; the White Sox hold the No. 1 pick and must choose between top prospects Roch Cholowsky, Grady Emerson or Vahn Lackey. No players will attend the ceremony, and mock drafts vary,

24. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Fantasy Baseball: Emerging Minor League Stars Poised for MLB Impact

    Top minor‑league prospects Jesús Made, Mike Sirota, Kaelen Culpepper and Karson Milbrandt post strong stats and are flagged as high‑upside fantasy baseball stashes.

25. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    MLB Fantasy Baseball: Waiver Wire Picks and Prospect Breakouts for July 2026

    Fantasy baseball columns for July 2026 recommend waiver‑wire adds like Jake McCarthy and Caleb Durbin, spotlight prospect Charlie Condon, and discuss trade rumors and hot hitters for fantasy managers.

26. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    MLB pitchers highlighted in fantasy baseball analysis for July 2 games

    Fantasy baseball analyses for July 2 recommend pitchers like Bryce Miller and Framber Valdez, while a weekly two‑start ranking lists must‑start and risky MLB pitchers for fantasy lineups.

27. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Week 14: Starter Picks and Waiver‑Wire Targets

    Week 14 fantasy baseball advice: start Rockies hitters at Coors Field, stream catcher Joe Mack, and consider waiver‑wire picks Joc Pederson, Caleb Durbin, Luis Garcia Jr., and Jake McCarthy.

28. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    MLB Week 15: Fantasy Lineup Insights and Betting Picks

    MLB Week 15 updates include injuries to Gelof, Rutschman, Mayer and Teel, plus betting picks favoring the White Sox over the Orioles and a no‑run first inning for the Rangers‑Guardians game.

29. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Weekly Pitcher Picks Highlight Top Two-Start Options

    Fantasy baseball weekly advice names waiver‑wire picks Imai and Sproat, and ranks two‑start pitchers from Must‑Start (Suarez, de Grom) to riskier options (Imanaga, Sproat).

30. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources

    American League Fantasy Baseball Week 14 Outlook

    Week 14 of the AL season brings a seven‑game slate, lineup changes (Gelof streak, Rutschman concussion, Kiner‑Falefa IL) and two‑start pitcher outlooks (Skubal, Woo, de Grom) for fantasy managers.

31. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Waiver Wire Rankings

    Week 12 fantasy baseball waiver‑wire rankings list top 100 MLB players, noting injuries like José Ramírez and recommending pitchers, hitters and category‑specific pickups for Yahoo leagues.

32. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    MLB Prospect Rankings Highlight Top 2026 Stash Candidates for Fantasy Baseball

    Week‑12 2026 fantasy baseball rankings list top prospects like Montgomery, Jordan and Pratt, plus hitters Condon, Culpepper and Made for redraft leagues.

33. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Pitching Tips for Week 11 of the 2026 Season

    Week 11 fantasy baseball guides spotlight ten top pitching prospects to stash for 2026 and recommend under‑rostered starting pitchers like Lugo, Cavalli, and Imai for waiver‑wire pickups.

34. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Picks and FAAB Report for Week 11

    Fantasy baseball analysts recommend week‑11 FAAB bids for Peter Lambert, Kody Clemens, Jake McCarthy, and Brandon Young, and suggest waiver‑wire adds Bryce Miller, Luke Raley, and Moisés Ballesteros.

35. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Fantasy Baseball Week 7 FAAB Targets Highlight Reds Outfielder and Rangers Utility

    Fantasy baseball FAAB report lists Bleday, Duran, Liberatore and Ginn as top week‑7 waiver targets, plus a Marlins pitcher for strikeout upside.

36. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Week 5 Fantasy Baseball Preview Highlights Sleeper Pitchers and Waiver Targets

    Week 5 fantasy baseball preview spotlights sleeper pitchers Detmers and Arrighetti; waiver pickups highlighted from Twins and Astros.