Fantasy Baseball Tips

Ranking the top 100 in fantasy baseball in 2012, with links to the top 20 or so players at each position. Who are the best in fantasy baseball?

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball closers in 2012. Who are the best relief pitchers in fantasy baseball? Ranking the top 20.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball starting pitchers in 2012. Who are the best starting pitchers in fantasy baseball? Ranking the top 80.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball outfielders in 2012. Who are the best OFs in fantasy baseball? Ranking the top 60.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball designated hitters in 2012. Who are the best DHs in fantasy baseball? Ranking the top 20.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball third basemen in 2012. Who are the best third basemen in fantasy baseball? Breaking down the top 20 players.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball shortstops in 2012. Who are the best shortstops in fantasy baseball? Ranking the best in order from 1 to 20.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball first basemen in 2012. Who are the best first basemen in fantasy baseball? Breaking down the best players.

An breakdown of the best fantasy baseball first basemen in 2012. Who are the best first basemen in fantasy baseball? Breaking down the best players.

An analysis of the best hitters in fantasy baseball in 2011. A breakdown of the best fantasy baseball position players in 2011. Jose Bautista and Robinson Cano are repeat selections from last season.

An analysis of the best pitchers in fantasy baseball in 2011. A breakdown of the best fantasy baseball starting pitchers and closers in 2011. The Tigers' Justin Verlander is the fantasy MVP, too.

An early analysis of the top 10 players in fantasy baseball heading into 2012. A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball. Will Albert Pujols again be the No. 1 overall choice next season?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Here are seven undervalued players who can help you win a fantasy championship this week.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Phillies infielders Chase Utley and Jimmy Rollins are two of the biggest injury risks heading into final four week in fantasy baseball.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Six players who can help you in the semifinals.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Nationals phenom Stephen Strasburg returns just in time for a two-start week in the fantasy postseason.

Analyzing the best starting pitchers and closers during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top pitchers heading into the final month of the MLB regular season.

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters entering the final month of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Curtis Granderson takes over as the No. 1 outfielder and top overall player heading into September.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. This week, we break down the 10 most undervalued players in fantasy.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Jose Reyes and Cole Hamels are scheduled to return this week, and Carlos Gonzalez is wrapping up a month to remember.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. The seasons of shortstops Hanley Ramirez and Jose Reyes might be wrecked by injuries, helping Troy Tulowitzki emerge as the top player at his position and a top-three fantasy selection in 2012.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Derek Holland and a few young sluggers who strike out too much lead this week's look at the best of the waiver wire.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Braves second baseman Dan Uggla's hitting streak has produced one of the most bizarre splits of the season.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Three more rookies make this week's list, as does a rehabbing Stephen Strasburg.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Phenom Stephen Strasburg won't be available until September, but he's an interesting option for the fantasy postseason.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Four rookies, included the highly touted Brett Lawrie, make this week's list.

Analyzing the best starting pitchers and closers during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top pitchers during the first four months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. The top five starting pitchers have won a combined 72 games with a 2.38 ERA.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. The Indians' acquisition of Ubaldo Jimenez increases the starting pitcher's fantasy value.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. The trades of Hunter Pence and Carlos Beltran have improved the fantasy values of Jason Bourgeois and Lucas Duda, respectively.

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters during the first four months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Jose Bautista again tops our rankings at both third base and the outfield, and second base is among the deepest positions in fantasy.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Eduardo Nunez has filled in admirably for a pair of Yankees legends.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Don't overrate Rays outfield prospect Desmond Jennings in fantasy.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Pirates rookie Alex Presley could be a second-half standout.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. This is a very bad week for pitchers who are scheduled to throw twice.

A look at key injuries and fantasy baseball trends as Major League Baseball enters the All-Star break. Alex Rodriguez's knee injury could be a major blow to fantasy owners.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Analyzing the most undervalued players at each position in fantasy baseball.

Analyzing the best starting pitchers and closers during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top pitchers during the first three months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Roy Halladay remains No. 1 among starting pitchers in fantasy, but Justin Verlander is a very close second. Atlanta's Craig Kimbrel is the new No. 1 closer.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Has Hanley Ramirez finally given us enough incentive to play him on a regular basis?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. A.J. Pierzynski and Freddy Garcia are two unlikely starters at age 34 and 35, respectively.

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters during the first three months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Jose Bautista again tops our rankings at both third base and the outfield, and first base is absolutely stacked at the top.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Is Tampa Bay outfielder Justin Ruggiano a fantasy starter or is he the next Sam Fuld?

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Avoid playing designated hitters whose teams are playing in National League parks this week.

A look at the pitchers whose value has increased the most, along with the biggest busts in the first half of the fantasy baseball season. James Shields is one of the best values in fantasy baseball in 2011, and Ubaldo Jimenez has been one of the biggest busts.

A look at the players whose value has increased the most, along with the biggest busts in the first half of the fantasy baseball season. Jose Reyes has been among the best values in fantasy baseball, and Hanley Ramirez has been the biggest bust.

A look at the replacement options for injured Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols. What to do if you drafted Albert Pujols. The best of the waiver-wire candidates and trade targets at first base.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. What should owners expect from Joe Mauer and Derek Jeter the rest of the season?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Three more rookies make the list this week, including the No. 2 overall pick of the 2009 draft.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Four fantasy standouts are expected to return this week, but Marlins shortstop Hanley Ramirez is no longer a must-start.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Allen Craig is part of a crowded Cardinals outfield, but the 26-year-old is too good to sit.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. It could be a big week for early disappointments Ubaldo Jimenez and Zack Greinke.

Analyzing the best pitchers during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top pitchers during the first two months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. During a crazy season, old standbys Roy Halladay and Mariano Rivera top our pitching rankings.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. The Cardinals, Nationals and Braves are getting unexpected production from three hitters in our six-pack of waiver-wire picks.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. A look at four possible replacement options for injured Giants catcher Buster Posey, plus some advice for Chase Utley owners.

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters during the first two months of the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Jose Bautista tops our rankings at both third base and the outfield.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Domonic Brown's time to excel finally has arrived in Philadelphia.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Two Rangers studs return from the disabled list, and a young Phillies phenom takes the place on an injured star.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball pitchers who are underperforming or playing above expectations. Will these big-name players continue to struggle? Is Trevor Cahill among the top 10 pitchers? Is Felix Hernandez no longer in the top 10 at his position?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. The jewel of the CC Sabathia trade is emerging for the Indians.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. A look at four possible injury replacements at first base, plus another Yankees controversy.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Hold off on starting Royals prospect Eric Hosmer immediately.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Have the Cardinals finally found a closer in Eduardo Sanchez?

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters during the first month of the 2011 fantasy baseball season.

Analyzing the best pitchers during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top starting pitchers and closers during the first month of the 2011 fantasy baseball season.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. It's throwback week for former fantasy studs Todd Helton and Bartolo Colon.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. A look at five third base replacement options with Ryan Zimmerman and Pablo Sandoval suffering serious injuries.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Is it too soon to bench these five big-name stars?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Acquire Mike Leake, and make bad jokes the rest of the season.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball batters who are underperforming or playing above expectations. Will these big-name players continue to struggle? Is Jose Bautista the real deal? Is Derek Jeter done?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Is Travis Hafner back to being the Pronk of old?

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Is it too soon to bench Carl Crawford?

Analyzing the best players at each position during the 2011 fantasy baseball season. Ranking the top batters during the first two weeks of the 2011 fantasy baseball season.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball, plus start-and-sit advice. Is it too soon to worry about Albert Pujols and some struggling stars?

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues.

A weekly look at the two-start pitchers who should be started and avoided in fantasy baseball. An analysis of the hot-and-cold batters and start-and-sit advice for fantasy baseball

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. This is an introduction of our ranking of the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball. Bryce Harper tops the list of under-24 talent.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Bryce Harper has the most hype, and he might turn out to be a once-in-a-generation talent.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Mike Trout has all five tools, and he's been compared to Mickey Mantle.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Mike Moustakas is the best prospect in the Royals' surprisingly loaded farm system.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Tampa Bay's Jeremy Hellickson could be better than David Price.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? The Yankees' Jesus Montero could be the next Joe Mauer, only with more power.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Reds reliever Aroldis Chapman was signed to be a starter but seems to be a better fit as a stud closer.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Lonnie Chisenhall should be a future stud for the Indians at third base.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Shelby Miller is so well-regarded by Cardinals fans they didn't want him to be part of a package for Roy Oswalt in 2010.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? Domonic Brown's starting position is on hold because of an injury, but it shouldn't be long before he makes an impact in fantasy baseball.

An analysis of the best fantasy baseball prospects. Who are the top 10 prospects in fantasy baseball? The Rays might have drafted another gem in left-handed power pitcher Matt Moore.

An indepth look at the fantasy baseball potential sleepers and busts for the 2011 baseball season.

The five most important questions for fantasy baseball owners entering the 2011 season. Can Jose Bautista repeat his 2010 season? Learn the answer to that and more pertinent issues for the fantasy baseball season.

A look at the strategy involved with making the best first-round pick in fantasy baseball. How to make the most of drafting in the first round in fantasy baseball.

A look at the strategy involved with targeting players in fantasy baseball. Tips on drafting the players you want without taking them too early. Fantasy baseball mock drafts and preparation will give owners an idea of when players are being selected.

A look at the strategy involved with drafting pitchers in fantasy baseball. It usually is best to select a pitcher late in the first round.

Fantasy baseball guides, tips, rankings and much more coverage of the game within the game.

A breakdown of the five most overrated players in fantasy baseball in 2011. Why is B.J. Upton so highly valued? A look at five players who are consistently ranked a couple of rounds too high in fantasy baseball.

A breakdown of the top 10 potential draft-day steals in fantasy baseball in 2011. Can Justin Morneau stay healthy? A look at 10 players who could provide the biggest value in 2011 fantasy baseball drafts.

A breakdown of the top 10 potential draft-day busts in fantasy baseball in 2011. Will Jose Bautista have another big year? How will Neftali Feliz fare as a starter? A look at 10 players who could provide the biggest letdowns in 2011 fantasy baseball drafts.

An analysis of Petco Park, the best pitchers' park from a fantasy baseball perspective. A breakdown of the most pitcher-friendly park in Major League Baseball. Petco Park has been the best pitchers' park in baseball since it opened in 2004.

A look at the best pitchers' parks from a fantasy baseball perspective. A breakdown of the most pitcher-friendly parks in Major League Baseball. Is Petco Park the best pitchers' park in baseball?

An analysis of Coors Field, the best hitters' park from a fantasy baseball perspective. A breakdown of the most hitter-friendly park in Major League Baseball. Coors Field has a long run of being the best hitters' park in baseball.

A look at the players whose fantasy baseball values have decreased the most in the offseason. The hot stove losers from a fantasy baseball perspective. How much has Rafael Soriano's contract status affected his fantasy value?

A look at the best hitters' parks from a fantasy baseball perspective. A breakdown of the most hitter-friendly parks in Major League Baseball. Is Coors Field the best hitters' park in baseball?

Learn ways to run a fantasy baseball league. Refer to this analysis for tips on how be an effective fantasy baseball league commissioner. How to be an effective fantasy league leader and keep it fun for everyone.

An analysis of the best players for fantasy baseball keeper leagues in 2011. Who are the best keepers in fantasy baseball? Breaking down the top 20 overall keepers, led by Albert Pujols, Carlos Gonzalez and Hanley Ramirez.

Learn ways to evaluate the value of stolen bases in fantasy baseball. How valuable are steals in fantasy baseball? How to differentiate between a player who steals a lot of bases and a player who doesn't.

Fantasy baseball writer Kevin Kleps ranks the best fantasy baseball keepers from the 2010 season heading into 2011.

An analysis of the best players in fantasy baseball in 2010, a look at the premier hitters in fantasy baseball in 2010, refer to this breakdown of...

Learn ways to select the best keepers in fantasy baseball. Refer to this fantasy baseball analysis of how to choose the keepers who will help you...

Refer to this for the best two-start pitchers and who's hot and who's not in fantasy baseball.

Refer to this analysis for the best available players on the waiver wire in fantasy baseball, a look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire, a look at the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues.

An analysis of the best replacements for injured players in fantasy baseball - the fantasy baseball players who are replacing injured or ineffective players. Two fill-in closers and two utility players, including one who was referred to as the "worst All-Star ever," make up this month's analysis of players who have become useful because of injuries.

Ranking the top closers in fantasy baseball for the last part of the 2010 season, and learn how to rank the best closers in fantasy baseball.

Five bold predictions for the second half of the fantasy baseball season. These five predictions about fantasy baseball pitchers might surprise you. Stephen Strasburg owners likely won't receive anything from the top prospect, but Tommy Hunter owners will get more than they expected.

Five bold predictions for the second half of the fantasy baseball season. These five predictions about fantasy baseball batters might surprise you. Rookie catchers Buster Posey and Carlos Santana might already be the best at their position in fantasy baseball.

The top 100 fantasy baseball players as of the All-Star break in 2010.

A look at the top players, by position, at the All-Star break in 2010.

Learn ways to make an effective trade in fantasy baseball. Refer to this fantasy baseball analysis of how to make a trade.

An analysis of the best replacements for injured players in fantasy baseball - the fantasy baseball players who are replacing injured or ineffective players.

Refer to this list of the notable fantasy baseball injuries for advice on who to start and who to sit, how to find out about the most important fantasy baseball injuries, and a breakdown of players on the disabled list.

Refer to this analysis on how to acquire fantasy baseball players on the waiver wire. These are the best ways to pick up free agents in fantasy baseball. Here are five tips on how to acquire players on the waiver wire.

An analysis of the best replacements for injured players in fantasy baseball. The fantasy baseball players who are replacing injured or ineffective players.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball pitchers who are playing well - a buy and sell for fantasy baseball pitchers who are producing and who might not going forward.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball batters who are playing well - a buy and sell for fantasy baseball hitters who are producing and who might not going forward.

An analysis of the best replacements for injured players in fantasy baseball - the fantasy baseball players who are replacing injured or ineffective players.

Each week, we will keep you updated on the most prominent fantasy baseball injuries. For the most part, it will be players who are on the disabled list, but there will be some exceptions. Ideally, the players listed will be considered fantasy starters in deeper formats.

Do you have a story about a draft nightmare, or at least one involving an owner glancing over your shoulder to take a look at your rankings before he was about to pick? Share it, so perhaps it will never happen again.

A look back at the worst fantasy baseball draft ever, proving not all fantasy baseball draft sites are created equal.

How an an analysis of ESPN.com's mock draft lobb can be a useful tool for fantasy baseball. Examining five things owners can learn from mock drafts in fantasy baseball.

Refer to this analysis of the dos and don'ts of ranking players and assigning values for a rotisserie league in fantasy baseball.

Learn ways to quickly prepare for a fantasy baseball draft. Refer to this fantasy baseball analysis of how to get ready for a draft in one hour. If you don't have time to prepare for a fantasy baseball draft, here is what you can do.

A fantasy baseball analysis of the Cleveland Indians' closers, with Kerry Wood injured to start the season. A look at the value of Chris Perez, who will fill in as the closer, and the drop in value of Kerry Wood. Refer to this before drafting Kerry Wood and Chris Perez.

This is a breakdown from a fantasy baseball perspective of the Minnesota Twins' best closing options following the season-ending injury to Joe Nathan. This is for owners who have already drafted Nathan and need to pick up a free agent and for owners who haven't had their fantasy baseball draft yet.

Can using sabermetrics - the complex new statistics invented in the past couple of decades - help in fantasy baseball evaluation? That's as complex an answer as the mathematical formulas themselves.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball batters who are playing poorly - a buy and sell for fantasy baseball hitters who are underperforming and who might not turn their seasons around.

A monthly look at the fantasy baseball pitchers who are playing poorly - a buy and sell for fantasy baseball pitchers who are underperforming and who might not turn their seasons around. Will Zack Greinke demand a trade? Probably not, but fantasy owners would welcome the scenario.

A fantasy baseball analysis of the winners and losers from the trade deadline. Five winners, five losers and some players whose fantasy baseball value did not improve at the trade deadline.

Learn ways to win a championship in fantasy baseball. Refer to this fantasy baseball analysis of how to manage your team in the postseason. Methods of having the best chance to win your league championship.

Refer to this analysis of the best pitchers in fantasy baseball in 2010. A breakdown of the best fantasy baseball starting pitchers and closers in...

Should you avoid closers in fantasy baseball? The case for not drafting closers until the middle or late rounds of a fantasy baseball draft. Punting saves completely isn't the best option in fantasy baseball.

A weekly look at the cream of the crop on the fantasy baseball waiver wire. An analysis of the best free agents available in many fantasy baseball leagues. Four rookies are included in this week's breakdown of the best on the waiver wire, including the highly touted Mike Moustakas.