2017 fantasy baseball rankings
Tristan H. Cockcroft gets you started on your 2017 fantasy baseball draft prep with an overall top 300, as well as rankings at each position.
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A look ahead to the 2017 MLB Fantasy season
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft take a look ahead to the 2017 fantasy baseball season and take your Twitter questions.
Will Edwin Encarnacion's fantasy value change with Indians?
How will the move from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Cleveland Indians affect Edwin Encarnacion's fantasy value? Eric Karabell breaks it down.
How to value Betances after Chapman deal
Following the Yankees' deal to bring Aroldis Chapman back, Eric Karabell explains how the move affects the fantasy value of Dellin Betances.
Desmond in Coors a top-10 fantasy outfielder
How high should we value Ian Desmond now that he's on the Rockies? Eric Karabell makes the case that he'll be a top-10 outfielder in 2017.
Dynasty 250: Top players for 2017 and beyond
Tristan H. Cockcroft ranks the top 250 players for those playing in dynasty or keeper formats.
Eaton trade a reminder for fantasy owners to win now
Eric Karabell discusses the Adam Eaton trade, noting reliability is an important factor for fantasy value, and pitching prospects aren't reliable.
Unwrapping the Winter Meetings, twitter questions and more!
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft unwrap the best and worst player movement of the Winter Meetings, including Chris Sale, Aroldis Chapman, Dexter Fowler, Ian Desmond and more. Plus, your #06010MLB questions.
New homes, new fantasy value for Davis, Soler
Eric Karabell analyzes the Cubs-Royals trade, and notes he's not so optimistic about either of the traded parties
Moncada the one to watch in Sale trade
Eric Karabell breaks down the Chris Sale trade, noting that how the White Sox handle Yoan Moncada will affect fantasy owners most.
Top fantasy prospects for 2017
It's never too early to get started on prospect scouting for your 2017 fantasy team. Tommy Rancel ranks the top 20 prospects heading into the offseason.
Surprise winners in Brewers-Red Sox trade
Eric Karabell points out the Brewers' new closer after their trade with Boston. Plus, who plays third base for the Red Sox?
Melancon to Giants makes sense for all
Eric Karabell sums up the Mark Melancon signing, and fantasy owners shouldn't be at all concerned with his performance for the immediate future.
How will CBA affect fantasy? Cespedes signs and Segura dealt
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft examine how the new CBA will affect fantasy play, weigh in on Yoenis Cespedes' new deal and who won the Jean Segura trade. Plus, your #06010MLB questions.
Yoenis Cespedes' return dampens Michael Conforto's potential
With Yoenis Cespedes returning to the Mets for the next four years, what can we make of Michael Conforto's fantasy value?
Segura, Walker swapped, but others gain value
Eric Karabell breaks down the Mariners-Diamondbacks trade, with an outfielder few have heard of perhaps gaining the most value.
Best destinations for top free agents
With MLB free agents making their decisions in the coming weeks, fantasy players are watching closely. Here's where a handful of the top players should sign in order to drive up their value.
Closer depth chart: All the latest moves
Our updated closer depth chart displays the top closing options for each team.
Lessons from Postseason & Arizona Fall League
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft share their reactions to the MLB Postseason and their trip to the Arizona Fall League from an #06010MLB perspective. Plus, your offseason hashbrowns!
BBTN: Awards, Offseason Activity, Cubs' Hoyer
Buster Olney chats with Tim Kurkjian, David O'Brien and Jake Kaplan about the MLB awards, offseason activity thus far and more. Plus, a chat with Cubs GM Jed Hoyer.
Prospects who impressed at Arizona Fall League
Eric Karabell wraps up his visit to Arizona to watch baseball prospects, noting several Dodgers hitters boast big-league power.
2016 recap, rankings and rookies for 2017
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft put a bow on the 2016 season by discussing fantasy MVPs, rankings and the top rookies for 2017, your #06010MLB questions and more.
What we learned from the 2016 fantasy baseball season
Eric Karabell wraps up the 2016 season with thoughts on the many power hitters, surprising middle infielders and rookies. Plus, thoughts on 2017.
Top fantasy baseball players of 2016
Which players were the most valuable to fantasy owners this season? Our Player Rater ranks every player at every position to find out.
Final DFS weekend, Goodbye Big Papi!
Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft preview the final weekend slate of the MLB season, discuss Joc Pederson's lefty splits, say goodbye to David Ortiz and Ryan Howard as well as your #06010MLB questions.
Who will be the first-round picks in next year's drafts?
The 2016 season is almost in the books, so it's time to look ahead. When drafts begin in 2017, which players will come off the board first? Ron Shandler previews next season's top 15.
Fantasy's most valuable player list for 2016
Eric Karabell reveals his top players of the season when considering value and performance, and a five-category option wins it.
Price, Cole, Harvey seek return to form in 2017
Eric Karabell looks back at the top pitchers from drafts to see who underachieved and what to expect next year.
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Will 2016's top disappointments bounce back in 2017?
Eric Karabell discusses the baseball news from Monday, including an inspiring performance from Dee Gordon, who could return to lofty heights in 2017.
Way-too-early sleepers for 2017
Jonathan Villar was ranked outside the top 300 heading into 2016 but will finish as a top-10 player. Who are some under-the-radar potential breakouts for 2017? Ron Shandler checks in.
Who's the next Gary Sanchez, Michael Fulmer and more?
After we saw a healthy number of rookies excel this season, it's time to determine the next wave of prospects who could make a splash upon their big league arrival next year and beyond.
Planning ahead with the closers of the future
Eric Karabell discusses future closers for those in dynasty and keeper formats, with Atlanta's Mauricio Cabrera leading the way.
These struggling rookies can still become stars
Some had high strikeout rates. Others had trouble hitting the ball hard. But a rough start in the majors doesn't mean former top prospects, like Byron Buxton, won't live up to the hype.
Has anyone had a crazier career path than Rich Hill? Maybe
Rich Hill's major league journey has been, um, unexpected. But the Dodgers pitcher does have competition when it comes to surprise stardom. Here are five challengers.
Mariners bolster rotation by landing Rays' Smyly
Seattle continued a busy offseason roster overhaul when it traded three players to Tampa Bay for left-handed starter Drew Smyly
Reports: A's agree to deal with ex-Giant Casilla
Reliever Santiago Casilla has agreed to a two-year deal to rejoin the Oakland Athletics after six seasons across the bay in San Francisco, according to multiple reports.
Vogelsong, Tepesch agree to Twins minors deals
Ryan Vogelsong and Nick Tepesch have agreed to minor league contracts with the Twins with invitations to major league spring training.
Wheeler agrees to $800,000 contract with Mets
Eligible for salary arbitration for the first time, right-hander Zack Wheeler has agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Mets worth $800,000.
Players ready to take it up a notch
Breaking down which players deserve more at-bats and innings, and who will earn a larger role on all 30 clubs in 2017.
Top rotations: Do the Mets' stars hit the mark?
Pitcher for pitcher, New York's fab five can overpower any team, but its difficulty staying healthy could stop it from outdoing the Cubs and Indians.
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Buster Olney's Top 10s for 2017
Does character count in Cooperstown? Hall of Famers weigh in
Jim Palmer, Tom Glavine and Craig Biggio are just a few of the enshrined players with strong opinions on how PEDs, sabermetrics and closers should be treated on today's ballot.
Baseball Hall of Fame ballot brawl (4:47)
Joe Maddon focuses his 2017 message around one word
As the Cubs prepare to head to spring training as champions, Maddon is already thinking about the "authentic" message he wants to send to the team.
MLB Roundtable: What does Hoffman need from voters? Mo magic
Among Hall of Fame voters, closer Trevor Hoffman's 601 saves might get him in. Does he belong in Cooperstown, or is he shy of the standard for relief greatness set by Mariano Rivera?
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