Michael Beller

MLB

Stock Ticker: Pete Alonso Belongs in Elite First Base Group With Freddie Freeman and Paul Goldschmidt

Should fantasy owners be concerned with Kris Bryant's slow start?

by Michael Beller

1:31

MLB

Expect Caleb Smith's Impressive Start to Continue for the Marlins

Marlins lefty Caleb Smith has had as good a start as any National League pitcher.

by Michael Beller

MLB

Table Setter: What Does Francisco Lindor's Return Mean for Owners This Week?

The 2019 season is finally starting to get into a rhythm. Except for Francisco Lindor, who's back from the IL and beginning his first full week.

by Michael Beller

1:37

MLB

Is Tim Anderson's Hot Start Sustainable? His New Approach Against Sliders Provides Some Answers

Anderson's improvements against sliders and altered stride indicate he can maximize production as a swing-happy player who doesn't walk much.

by Michael Beller

MLB

Pairing Dominant Non-Closers Could Help Unlock Your Fantasy Baseball Lineup

What should fantasy owners trying to survive this season's offensive onslaught do to shore up their fantasy pitching staff? Look to pair a couple of ascendant relievers while they're hot. 

by Michael Beller

0:53

MLB

Stock Ticker: Which Shortstops Should Owners Trust to Stay Hot This Season?

Fantasy values are falling for Cleveland's Jose Ramirez and Cory Kluber.

by Michael Beller

MLB

Table Setter: How Much of Aaron Nola and Pete Alonso's Starts Are Due to Small Samples?

It's almost too late to keep using the early-season "small samples" explanation for how players are doing.

by Michael Beller

0:53

MLB

Why Does Reds' Luis Castillo Look So Dominant? One Pitch Changes Everything

Lefthanders have gone from putting up MVP numbers against Castillo in 2018 to having one hit off him in 29 at-bats this year.

by Michael Beller

MLB

The Versatile Chad Pinder Deserves Attention in Fantasy Leagues

The early returns on Chad Pinder are encouraging, and he should remain a regular in Oakland's lineup when Matt Olson returns.

by Michael Beller

1:08

MLB

Stock Ticker: How Alarmed Should Owners Be About Chris Sale's Slow Start to the Season?

We're in on Tommy Pham and Pete Alonso, while slow starts from Chris Sale and Joey Votto are troubling.

by Michael Beller