10 Post-Hype Hitters for 2016
It’s often useful to have a short memory when it comes to fantasy baseball. Players can see their long-term stock swing greatly in a matter of days, and owners slow to the draw can miss out on either securing a great breakout player or selling too late. There’s plenty of
How Important is Strikeout Rate for Prospects?
Prospecting in dynasty leagues can be one of the most challenging and frustrating parts of fantasy baseball. But, it’s also one of the most rewarding experiences when things go right. There’s no better feeling than uncovering a hidden gem that never appeared on a prospect list; having them go from
Fast-Moving Relief Prospects are a Fraud
One of the weirdest positions to navigate in dynasty formats is reliever. Not only does a relief pitcher’s value swing wildly from season-to-season (and even from game-to-game), but successfully gambling on relief pitcher prospects is just about impossible. Many experts stand by the fact that there’s no such thing as a
What’s in Storen for Roberto Osuna?
2015 was deservedly known as “The Year of the Prospect.” Elite talents reached the big leagues, made impacts, and graduated from prospect lists. In fact, 25 of Baseball Prospectus’ top-50 prospects reached the big leagues, and nearly all of them were there for more than just a cup of coffee.
The Next Cuban Phenom: Raisel Iglesias
If you’re searching for a great trade target in dynasty leagues this off-season, then Raisel Iglesias is the player for you. What does one look for in a dynasty trade target? Ideally, they’d be young, at a discount, lacking name value, and have upside. There’s not too many players out there
Max Kepler, Potential Fantasy Stud
A lot of the time, minor league numbers don’t tell the whole story for prospects. In fact, sometimes they are downright misleading and can result in an unfair shift in value for the player. Minor league statistics can be the product of factors such as extreme offensive environments and ballparks, or swings in