Atlanta Braves
2020 NFBC ADP – Finding Value at Starting Pitcher part 2
For the second pitching comparison (which is a bittersweet thing for me but more on that later), we’re going to do something a little different and focus on two teammates’ Steamer projections. As with the previous editions, we’re still focusing on their NFBC ADPs and how the two players could
Mallex Smith Promoted, If Only for a Few Weeks
With Ender Inciarte being forced to the disabled list with a hamstring injury, prospect Mallex Smith has been called up to man centerfield for the time being. With Drew Stubbs as the only other centerfielder, it is possible that the Braves put Mallex into somewhat of a platoon, but I
TheFantasyFix.com’s Fantasy Baseball Podcast, 2016 Episode 10: Ben Duronio, the Atlanta Braves and Dynasty Leagues
Ben Duronio of TheFantasyFix.com and RotoGraphs joins Alan Harrison on episode 10 to discuss the Atlanta Braves outlook for 2016. Ben, formerly of TalkingChop, shares his thoughts on the Braves’ projected lineup, rotation and bullpen. Ben and Alan then discuss the state of the Braves’ farm system that is currently ranked among one
Arizona Diamondbacks Aquire Shelby Miller
The Arizona Diamondbacks are all in for 2016. After breaking the bank to sign starting pitcher Zack Greinke to a record deal worth $206.5 million in total and over $34 million annually for the next six years, the D-Backs made another high profile move in what was the first true
Adding Cameron Maybin From the Waiver Wire
View image | gettyimages.com While he looked like somewhat of a throw in from the Craig Kimbrel trade that took place the day before the season started, the Braves knew they had some potential in centerfield in Cameron Maybin and he has shown that potential over his first 100 plate
2015 Fantasy Baseball: Finding Catching Depth
View image | gettyimages.com The catching position is usually one of the hardest to fill. There are very few elite hitting catchers, and once they’re gone the drop off is quite steep. That being said, it is still possible to pick one up that could help make an impact throughout
2014 Fantasy Baseball: Mike Minor is Sinking
Recently, I spoke about Yovani Gallardo’s success, including the development of his sinker that truly began in 2012. Now, it appears as if Mike Minor is pulling a Yovani Gallardo. Unfortunately for Minor, his 2014 season hasn’t gone as well. He has given his fantasy owners a bloated ERA (4.54)
2014 Fantasy Baseball Week 15 Waiver Wire: 3 to Catch, 3 to Cut, 3 to Keep
In the Week 15 edition of fantasy baseball 3×3, we’re keeping up with Dee Gordon, cutting ties with Chris Johnson, and tapping into Steve Pearce’s potential. There are plenty of waiver wire columns out there that provide an exhaustive list of the most added players in fantasy leagues. This isn’t
2014 Fantasy Baseball: The Fix DL Report — Week 14
Welcome to the fourteenth week of the Fix DL Report. Each week I (@Rich_Migs) will cover significant fantasy baseball injuries. As the season continues, the report will address some of the most recent injuries and their fantasy implications. OUT FOR THE SEASON: Patrick Corbin, Brandon Beachy, Kris Medlen, Jarrod Parker,
2014 Fantasy Baseball: Revisiting Justin Upton
A few weeks ago, I wrote a piece about Justin Upton and his struggles with pitches up in the zone, fastballs in particular. The piece was published on a Friday. Upton, obviously wishing to make me look stupid, homered twice the night before the piece went live. It didn’t render