Monday March 2, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Mar 2, 2015

• Kyle Lohse is boring. He’s also a bit better than you likely thought. FantasyAlarm.com profiles the Milwaukee right-hander.
• TheFakeBaseball.com identifies the shortstops that are being overvalued and undervalued heading into 2015.
• USAToday.com warns fantasy owners not to overreact to the Chris Sale injury.
• Which players that changed teams this offseason could see a boost in fantasy value? Yahoo.com offers their thoughts.
• Should fantasy owners take a risk on the oft-injured Troy Tulowitzki? SportsIllustrated.com offers their thoughts.
• Justin Verlander is in better shape than last season. FantasyAlarm.com doesn’t think that matters as his days of being a fantasy ace are behind him.
• FakeTeams.com believes Shin-Soo Choo is a good candidate to bounce back in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if the strikeout rate of Arismendy Alcantara could keep him out of the Cubs lineup in 2015, thus hurting his fantasy value.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com have compiled the 2015 ZiPS projections into sortable format.
• FanGraphs.com looks at the latest injury news from around the league including the latest on the foot injury sidelining Chris Sale.
• Razzball.com explains why Russell Martin is a value pick at catcher.
• FanGraphs.com believes handcuffing Addison Reed with Evan Marshall is not the worst idea.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Houston outfielder George Springer, who is a hot commodity this offseason.
• Rotoworld.com looks at third basemen to target and those to avoid in Spring drafts.
• SportingNews.com previews the relief pitcher position to help you prep for 2015 fantasy.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing in on the Cubs outfield and Brewers rotation.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if the circumstances surrounding Adam Wainwright make him a fantasy value.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• TheFantasyFix.com continues their fantasy team previews by focusing in on the Miami Marlins.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: XNSports.com ranks the top shortstops for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProf.com kicks off their rankings of the top 100 fantasy prospects with #81-100.
• RotoBaller.com identifies five starters whose ERA should come down in 2015 based on their 2014 FIP.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Pittsburgh farmhand James Taillon.
• Jung-Ho Kang had much success overseas. Will his game be able to translate to the Majors this season? FantasyAlarm.com offers their take.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30 relief pitchers for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• TheFantasyFix.com sets the over/unders for a number of left fielders heading into 2015.
• Rotoworld.com discusses Yoenis Cespedes‘ desire to stay with the Tigers, as well as updates on Carlos Rodon, Garrett Richards, Jose Fernandez and more.
• FantasySquads.com profiles some starting pitchers who are being overvalued by fantasy owners heading into 2015.
• USAToday.com wonders if these eight former first round fantasy picks can rebound in 2015.
• Brandon Phillips is a multi-time All-Star who failed to perform in 2014. Is it the end of the line for the veteran second baseman? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• Razzball.com believes these are the catchers you want to target in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #27 Johnny Cueto, #28 Troy Tulowitzki, #29 David Ortiz and #30 Ian Desmond.
• LockerRoomFantasySports.com released their starting pitcher position primer complete with rookies to watch, sleepers, top 5 overall at the position, and more.
• RotoBaller.com believes these three second basemen will prove to be busts in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies three outfielders who could enjoy a Michael Brantley-esque increase in production this season.
• FakeTeams.com examines the overall fantasy landscape for outfielders in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FantasyAlarm.com provides an in-depth scouting report and full 2015 season outlook and prognosis for prospect shortstop Francisco Lindor.
• CBSSports.com Podcast – Cover all Bases

Sunday March 1, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Mar 1, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: What’s your strategy for filling your outfield with producers and upside? CBSSports.com makes sense of it by ranking outfielders into six tiers to guide you on draft day.
• FantasyAlarm.com discusses the value of second year players in fantasy baseball and breaks down all of the notable names to know in 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com looks at eight rookies who will fly under the radar during fantasy drafts including Kendall Graveman, Jake Lamb and Peter O’Brien.
• FNTSY.com explains why fantasy baseball auctions are more fun than drafts.
• FantasyAlarm.com takes a look at players that are going too high in 2015 fantasy baseball drafts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the all the closers as well as second basemen, in tiers for the 2015 fantasy season.
• RotoBaller.com believes these three third basemen will outperform their ADP in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Tampa Bay Rays farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 100 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders which Tampa Bay reliever is worth targeting in your fantasy draft.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 50 fantasy prospects for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• MrCheatSheet.com examines position scarcity as we get ready for 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com names three second basemen who may end up making you look like a genius by the end of the 2015 season.
• FNTSY.com believes both Gerrit Cole and Carlos Carrasco are two fantasy aces in the making.

Saturday February 28, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 28, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 32 catchers for the upcoming fantasy season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com ranks the top 25 second basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• FantasyAlarm.com names some starting pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your upcoming fantasy drafts: Danny Duffy, Rick Porcello, Tanner Roark and Wily Peralta.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Andrelton Simmons this season? FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySmackTalk.com has released their positional rankings for the 2015 fantasy season – C | 1B | 2B | SS | 3B | OF | SP | RP
• FakeTeams.com analyzes the Steamer projections for their top 30 third basemen rankings.
• RotoBaller.com believes Taijuan Walker could be a sleeper to consider in redraft leagues.
• FantasyAssembly.com notes the amount of fantasy talent on the Pittsburgh pitching staff.
• Razzball.com identifies a number of players to target if your league uses OBP instead of batting average.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Minnesota Twins farm system.
• Rotoprofessor.com counts down the top five AL ROY candidates.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies a group of outfielders that are overvalued heading into 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts on the return of Homer Bailey.
• For what owners will get from Yoenis Cespedes, he’s going too high in drafts. Who else should you avoid?  Yahoo.com offers their thoughts.
• SportingNews.com previews the starting pitcher position to help you prep for 2015 fantasy.
• Nick Castellanos or Pedro Alvarez? Two Rotoworld.com writers take sides and debate.
• TheDynastyGuru.com puts new Angels rookie starter Nick Tropeano under the microscope.

Friday February 27, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 27, 2015

• RotoExperts.com explains why Andrew Cashner may be overvalued by fantasy owners.
• NumberFire.com wonders if fantasy owners can trust Jose Altuve to repeat his successes in 2015.
• Who is the safest hitter to take in the first round? FanGraphs.com investigates.
• Razzball.com names a few third basemen that will delight and disappoint in 2015.
• NumberFire.com looks for late round sources of strikeouts.
• Razzball.com compares Dellin Betances to a former Yankees closer.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com wonders if Bryce Harper will ever live up to expectations.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing on the White Sox infield, Mariners outfield, Dodgers outfield and Padres bullpen.
• Is Justin Verlander done or will he bounce back in 2015?  USAToday.com offers their thoughts.
• Rotoprofessor.com examines the fantasy effects of Francisco Rodriguez re-signing with Milwaukee.
• FakeTeams.com looks for some third base sleepers for AL and NL-only leagues.
• MiLB Prospect News: Jose Peraza is the Braves second baseman of the future. But will that future begin on Opening Day or after more time in the Minors? MLB.com takes a closer look.
• MiLB Prospect News: Francisco Lindor and James Ramsey headline MLB.com’s list of Indians prospects who could make an impact this season.
• TheFantasyFix.com plays over/under with a number of shortstops including Elvis Andrus and Xander Bogaerts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 50+ relief pitchers for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #31 Max Scherzer, #32 Yasiel Puig, #33 Jose Altuve and #34 Bryce Harper.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySports.About.com ranks the top 45 relief pitchers for 2015.
• RotoBaller.com identifies three outfielders who will under-perform in 2015.
• FantasySports.About.com warns fantasy owners not to forget about closers on bad teams.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Minnesota starter Alex Meyer.
• Rotoworld.com recaps the week with updates on Josh Hamilton‘s troubles, Adam Wainwright‘s abdomen injury and more in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• FantasyAlarm.com identifies some starting pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your upcoming fantasy drafts: Scott Kazmir, Matt Cain, Ervin Santana and Taijuan Walker.
• Razzball.com takes a look at the latest news from around the league regarding Josh Hamilton, Adam Wainwright, Lucas Duda, and others.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: DavidGonos.com ranks the top 36 second basemen for 2015.
• FantasySquads.com profiles the relief pitching situations across the AL West.
• Prospect361.com identifies the rookies in the AL likely to have an impact in 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com guides you through a tour of the Senior Circuit, stopping at each team to point out what to look for this Spring.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if it is time to give up on Eric Hosmer.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com wonders how dynasty/keeper league owners should value Yoan Moncada.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects in the Kansas City system most likely to contribute in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com warns fantasy owners to avoid these third basemen in 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com recommends you wait on starting pitching in your fantasy draft…after you grab an ace for your staff.
• BretskyBall.com Podcast – Worst Shape of Our Lives
• CBSSports.com Podcast – Late-Round OF
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper & the Bust

Thursday February 26, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 26, 2015

• USAToday.com provides an early look at the closer depth chart for all 30 teams.
• Rotoworld.com examines all of the bullpens in the AL Central.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Is the shortstop position all about Troy Tulowitzki and whatever else is left? CBSSports.com tries to make sense of a frustrating situation in their shortstop tiers.
• Scout.com puts the spotlight on some of the best (and worse) values on the Minnesota Twins.
• XNSports.com provides their team preview of the Detroit Tigers.
• FanGraphs.com looks at the Michael Saunders injury, good news for Adam Wainwright, and more.
• FakeTeams.com profiles veteran Texas third baseman Adrian Beltre.
• Rotoprofessor.com continues their countdown of the top closers likely to lose their job with #7 Brett Cecil.
• Rotoprofessor.com takes a look at the players involved in the White Sox second base competition.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects in the Detroit system most likely to contribute in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 30 third basemen into six tiers.
• Michael Saunders injured his knee and is out until the All-Star break. What kind of player is he, and who is in line to take over his spot in the outfield for the Jays? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• USAToday.com explains how to utilize ADP for fantasy baseball.
• TheFakeBaseball.com digs deep in search of power and strikeouts.
• Razzball.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Boston Red Sox.
• ESPN.com believes Marcus Stroman could be a top 20 starting pitcher in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #35 Starling Marte, #36 Justin Upton, #37 Josh Donaldson, #38 Albert Pujols and #39 Jacoby Ellsbury.USAToday.com thinks that fantasy owners need to remember Jung Ho Kang, Jose Peraza and Kendall Graveman late in fantasy drafts.
• FakeTeams.com believes Chase Headley is extremely under-valued by fantasy owners.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 25 designated hitters for 2015 fantasy leagues.
• RotoBaller.com names three outfielders that will outperform their ADP in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Maikel Franco.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: DavidGonos.com ranks the top 40 first basemen for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com provides a complete scouting report and 2015 fantasy outlook for Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Jorge Soler.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 40 third basemen for the upcoming season.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Jorge Soler will likely fall short of expectations in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the third basemen you need to target in your upcoming draft.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com ranks the top 25 first basemen for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FNTSY.com completes their rankings of the top 50 prospects in baseball with #26-50.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 100 starting pitchers for fantasy 2015.
• SportsIllustrated.com believes there are five key pillars to a successful fantasy draft.
• FakePigskin.com continues their fantasy team previews by putting the Toronto Blue Jays under the microscope.
• TheFantasyFix.com Podcast – 1B Preview
• FantasySquads.com – SS Preview
• CBSSports.com Podcast – OF Preview Part 2

Wednesday February 25, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 25, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com takes a look at more of the position battles you should be tracking this Spring.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com examines some of the position battles in the AL West to keep an eye on this Spring.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SportsIllustrated.com previews third basemen for 2015, including ranking the top 40 for fantasy owners.
• FOXSports.com looks at some of the players that are making moves up and down their draft board early in Spring.
• When taking a deeper look at strikeout percentage, Yahoo.com believes Sonny Gray‘s current draft position appears inflated.
• Scout.com puts the spotlight on some of the best and worst values on the Milwaukee Brewers.
• As FantasyAlarm.com notes, Michael Saunders has limitations but he also has an outside shot at producing a 20/20 season if everything breaks correctly for the new Blue Jays outfielder.
• Yahoo.com asks and answers some pressing questions about the Kansas City Royals.
• FakeTeams.com notes that the shoulder injury suffered by David Wright was not the only reason for his atypical 2014.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing on the Diamondbacks infield, Reds outfield, Indians rotation, Nationals infield and Brewers outfield.
• Rotoprofessor.com continues their countdown of the closers most likely to lose their job with Luke Gregerson.
• Everyone is bailing on Elvis Andrus after his down 2014. But, have you considered that his effort last season was by no means as bad as many seem to think? FantasyAlarm.com profiles the shortstop.
• Razzball.com looks at three starters that they have pause about heading into 2015 – Julio Teheran, Mat Latos, and Tyson Ross.
• TheFakeBaseball.com names players at every position that could be sleepers in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies some players that might have third base eligibility if your league does not require 20 games at the position.
• TheFantasyFix.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Kansas City Royals.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: The elite options at third base are two: Anthony Rendon and Josh Donaldson. But CBSSports.com believes there is plenty of upside in the middle of their third base tiers.
• At one point Starlin Castro was looked at as a future star. Now many look at him as having had an unfulfilled career. Is that fair? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com wonders if fantasy owners should even bother owning Troy Tulowitzki or Carlos Gonzalez.
• TheFakeBaseball.com wonders whether Yasiel Puig is worth the investment based on his current ADP.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the New York Mets farm system.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Jose Fernandez will provide value to fantasy owners in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com offers some strategy to consider when picking a third baseman this season.
• FakePigskin.com wonders which starters coming back from injury are worth the investment.
• MiLB Prospect News: Gary Sanchez and Robert Refsnyder headline MLB.com’s list of Yankees prospects who could contribute in the Bronx this year.
• FakeTeams.com runs through the latest news regarding Michael Brantley, Lucas Duda, Adam Wainwright, and others.
• FantasyAlarm.com reviews players returning from injury and their impact on fantasy baseball in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: About.com not only ranks the top 75 starting pitchers but also the top 60 outfielders for 2015.
• TheFakeBaseball.com looks at the fantasy prospects of starting pitchers that changed teams this offseason.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com continues their tiered dynasty/keeper league starting pitcher rankings with #31-60.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com ranks the top 20 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• FantasySquads.com recommends late round shortstops like Starlin Castro and Asdrubal Cabrera, not Jose Reyes who is overpriced.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: DavidGonos.com ranks the top 30 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• Razzball.com declares Matt Holliday to be a potential 2015 fantasy schmohawk.
• FNTSY.com examines skewed 2014 BABIP numbers when looking for potential starting pitcher sleepers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 30 fantasy prospects for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SportsIllustrated.com previews shortstops for 2015, including ranking the top 40 for fantasy owners.
• Hanley Ramirez or Troy Tulowitzki? Two Rotoworld.com writers take sides and debate.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you should draft Ian Kennedy, Marcus Stroman, Rick Porcello and Kyle Lohse…not James Shields, Sonny Gray, Jered Weaver, or Doug Fister.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #40 Jay Bruce, #41 Aroldis Chapman and #42 Prince Fielder.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com talks strategy to help you get read for your 5×5 draft.
• TheFantasyFix.com plays over/under with some of the top third base options heading into 2015.
• BaseballProf.com Profcast – 2B Preview
• ESPN.com – 10:00 AM CST

Tuesday February 24, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 24, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com updates the most notable injuries from the 2014 season and gives their status for Spring Training 2015.
• With Jurickson Profar out, FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com likes the prospects of Rougned Odor.
• Drew Hutchison alternated dominating and moderate outings last season. FantasyAlarm.com believes that with more consistency in 2015 he might just end up being a solid draft day add in mixed leagues.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 40 shortstops for fantasy 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Lance Lynn could be a regression candidate in 2015.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Johnny Cueto in 2015?  NumberFire.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: XNSports.com ranks the top 20 second basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com examines some of the position battles in the NL West to keep an eye on this Spring.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the Oakland A’s farm system.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com delves into the mysterious world of advanced statistics.
• FakePigskin.com continues their fantasy team previews with the New York Yankees.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: If you don’t just have to have one certain player, here’s your draft solution. CBSSports.com breaks down six levels of second base options.
• NumberFire.com makes an argument for drafting Clayton Kershaw over Mike Trout.
• FakeTeams.com offers their thoughts on news that Kris Bryant will work in the outfield at times this Spring.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Chris Tillman could be a bust in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing on the Pirates bullpen and Mariners rotation.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Colorado third baseman Nolan Arenado.
• RotoBaller.com believes Matt Kemp screams bust heading into 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FakeTeams.com profiles Cubs uber-prospect Kris Bryant, who should make his debut a few weeks after Opening Day.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #43 Adrian Gonzalez, #44 Cole Hamels, #45 Evan Longoria and #46 Buster Posey.
• TheFantasyFix.com plays over/under with some of the top second base options heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: DavidGonos.com ranks the top 45 relief pitchers for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com takes you around the American League, highlighting what to look for in each city.
• Razzball.com provides some strategies to consider in your head-to-head fantasy league.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the latest news regarding Yoan Moncada, Jung Ho Kang, Adam Wainwright, and others.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 shortstops for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• LockerRoomFantasySports.com believes a breakout season is on the horizon for Brandon Belt.
• FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 third base prospects for 2015 fantasy leagues.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SportsIllustrated.com previews second basemen for 2015, including ranking the top 40 for fantasy owners.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believe they have uncovered five outfielders ready to have big 2015 seasons.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 20 closers for 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com believes White Sox first round pick Carlos Rodon is a future ace.
• RotoBaller.com Video – Third Base Values
• CBSSports.com Podcast – OF Preview

Monday February 23, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 23, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 40 second basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• MiLB Prospect News: FantasyAlarm.com offers up a complete scouting report and 2015 fantasy outlook for Minnesota prospect Byron Buxton.
• FantasyBasebalLCrackerjacks.com updates the injury status of Giancarlo Stanton, Miguel Cabrera, Ryan Braun, Troy Tulowitzki, and Jonathan Lucroy.
• Jose Altuve was the best second baseman in baseball last season. Will his encore live up to expectations or will he fail to match the hype? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• TheFakeBaseball.com identifies the over-priced and under-priced third basemen heading into 2015.
• FFToolbox.com provides up-to-date ADP data overall and by position.
• FakeTeams.com believes now is the best time to buy Manny Machado.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 101 starting pitchers for 2015.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Oakland third baseman Brett Lawrie heading into 2015.
• Gerrit Cole has yet to live up to the expectations that have been placed on his broad shoulders. Is 2015 the time for him to step forward into fantasy stardom? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• FanGraphs.com checks in on the latest injury news from around baseball.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Mitch Moreland has the power to be a late round steal.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with a look at the Tigers infield, A’s rotation and Giants bullpen.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com highlights some of the AL Central positional battles to monitor this Spring.
• FOXSports.com identifies the players most likely to bounce back after disappointing 2015 seasons.
• Razzball.com attempts to take all of the fun out of fantasy baseball by discussing algorithms.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com provides their staff consensus rankings of the top 15 third basemen for 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com wonders if it is possible Clayton Kershaw is more valuable than Mike Trout.
• Razzball.com begs you not to waste an early pick on Billy Hamilton.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Gregory Polanco will improve in 2015 and be a valuable fantasy asset.
• Rotoworld.com looks at second basemen to target and those to avoid in his latest position breakdown.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: RotoBaller.com continues their countdown of the top 50 pitching prospects for 2015 with #31-40.
• MiLB Prospect News: BaseballAmerica.com discusses the Yoan Moncada signing by the Boston Red Sox.
• FantasySquads.com recommends playing it safe in the early rounds by targeting two veteran hitters.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySquads.com ranks the top 35 shortstops for the 2015 fantasy season.
• LockerRoomFantasySports.com believes Yan Gomes is ready to deliver again for fantasy owners.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: DavidGonos.com ranks the top 75 starting pitchers for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com ranks the top 280 overall players for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FNTSY.com begins their rankings of the top 50 prospects in baseball with #1-25.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com previews the Philadelphia Phillies, projecting their lineup, rotation, and more.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Phil Hughes and hate Justin Verlander heading into 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: Looking to stock your scout team with prospect catchers? TheDynastyGuru.com recommends three, James McCann, Jose Briceno, and Oscar Hernandez.
• FanGraphs.com looks at a number of starting pitchers who their experts disagree about heading into 2015.
• Razzball.com gives Adam Wainwright the dreaded fantasy schmohawk label heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #47 George Springer, #48 Craig Kimbrel and #49 Jose Reyes.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com kicks off their starting pitcher rankings update with #1-20.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies some potential breakout catchers heading into 2015.
• FakeTeams.com examines the overall fantasy landscape for third basemen in 2015.
• Yahoo.com – Top 5 Fantasy Prospects for 2015
• RotoBaller.com – 3 SS that will outperform ADP
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper & the Bust
• BaseballProf.com Profcast – 1B Preview
• ESPN.com – Yoan Moncada value
• CBSSports.com Podcast – SS Preview

Sunday February 22, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 22, 2015

• FakeTeams.com offers up reasons to draft J.J. Hardy as well as reasons not to.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Miami Marlins organization.
• FantasyAlarm.com takes a look at players joining fantasy draft pools from abroad.
• TheFakeBaseball.com previews the teams in the NL West to help you prepare for 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com discusses some of the starting pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your fantasy drafts.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• With Jurickson Profar potentially out for the season, Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Rougned Odor has become a late round steal.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 75 outfielders, in tiers, for 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com digs deep in search of some late round outfielders.
• TheDynastyGuru.com does not think Danny Santana will regress that much.
• After a rough 2014, RotoBaller.com believes Jay Bruce has become undervalued.

Saturday February 21, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 21, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: ProjectRoto.com has released some overall and positional rankings for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 35 first basemen for 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes A.J. Burnett could be a sleeper in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com believes Justin Verlander will be a fantasy bust once again in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com wonders how Jon Lester will perform in the National League.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoExperts.com shares their mixed league positional rankings for 2015.
• FakePigskin.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Colorado Rockies.
• MiLB Prospect News: FakeTeams.com profiles Los Angeles prospect shortstop Corey Seager, a future impact bat at a weak position.
• George Springer is an immense talent who has a chance to be an elite fantasy performer in 2015. Will he reach those lofty projections or will holes in his game haunt him? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• USAToday.com looks at a number of starting pitchers coming off injury that you may be able to get at a discount.
• Yet another team preview from SoCalledFantasyExperts.com, this time focusing on the Texas Rangers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: DynastySportsEmpire.com completes their rankings of the top 50 fantasy prospects with #1-10.
• FantasyAlarm.com looks at how the herd-mentality is killing draft values.
• MiLB Prospect News: Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Marco Gonzales could make a fantasy impact in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Kansas City Royals farm system.
• SportingNews.com identifies a potential sleeper on every team in baseball.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why outfield is the best position to wait and gamble on.

Friday February 20, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 20, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 75 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com examines some of the Spring Training battles in the NL Central to watch.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: Fantasy411.MLBlogs.com has released a great spreadsheet compiling projections from 12 different sources.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 30 catchers for 2015.
• Brian Dozier or Dustin Pedroia? Two Rotoworld.com writers take sides and debate.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: XNSports.com ranks the top 24 first basemen for the upcoming season.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com answers questions about the 2013 international class, Delino Deshields, the Braves’ rebuilding phase and more.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing on the Indians infield, Royals outfield, Houston infield, Mets rotation, Royals rotation, Phillies infield and Cubs infield.
• XNSports.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Seattle Mariners.
• Lorenzo Cain can beat you with his legs and his bat. Where does he rank among the pantheon of big league outfielders for the 2015 fantasy baseball season? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• Razzball.com believes they know which shortstops will be delights and disgraces in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Arizona shortstop Chris Owings as we head into Spring.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: XNSports.com ranks the top 40 outfielders heading into 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com uncovers 12 starting pitchers to target towards the end of your fantasy draft.
• FakeTeams.com identifies some AL and NL-only sleepers at shortstop.
• NumberFire.com believes Phil Hughes is an underrated fantasy option heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 Cleveland Indians prospects most likely to contribute in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FiveStarFantasy.com names five second base prospects to monitor this Spring.
• TheFantasyFix.com plays over/under with some first basemen heading into 2015.
• FantasySquads.com takes a look at one of 2014’s breakout stars, Corey Dickerson.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com has released their rankings of the top 100 prospects in baseball.
• Rotoworld.com talks another setback for Jurickson Profar, Chris Owings‘ late start to Spring and some arbitration rulings in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• FantasySquads.com explains why Brian Dozier, Chris Carter and Starling Marte are being inappropriately overlooked.
• MiLB Prospect News: BaseballAmerica.com believes these prospects have a chance of working their way into next year’s top 100 rankings.
• Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 5 first basemen who are 25 years-old or younger.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com digs for diamonds and comes up with New York Mets prospect Steven Matz.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com identifies some of the Milwaukee Brewers prospects on the cusp of producing in the Majors.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes Shin-Soo Choo and Alex Rios are being undervalued by fantasy owners.
• FakeTeams.com identifies some of the shortstops to avoid in 2015, including Jean Segura and Alcides Escobar.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #50 Todd Frazier, #51 Hanley Ramirez and #52 Jason Kipnis.
• TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with the oft-traded Andrew Heaney.
• FantasyAssembly.com uncovers some overlooked outfield options that can help bolster your squad in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the San Diego Padres offense and pitching staff.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper & the Bust
• BaseballAmerica.com Top 100 Prospects Chat – 10:00 AM CST

Thursday February 19, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 19, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com has released their rankings of the top 100 prospects in baseball.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SportsIllustrated.com previews first basemen for 2015, including ranking the top 40 for fantasy owners.
• Yahoo.com asks and answers pressing questions about the San Francisco Giants.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: AthlonSports.com shares their big board consensus top 100 player rankings.
• Yahoo.com experts identify the top five potential busts, five underrated players, five late-round options, and more.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 30 third basemen for 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com takes a look at the 9th-inning situations that may not be locked down just yet.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com wonders how fantasy owners should handle pitchers coming back from Tommy John surgery.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains how Neftali Feliz could lose his job as closer.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes Jason Kipnis will have a solid 2015 after disappointing in 2014.
• FantasyAlarm.com looks at some pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your fantasy drafts.
• Was the early success of Jorge Soler a fluke? TheFakeBaseball.com offers their thoughts.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies some of the AL East position battles to monitor this Spring.
• Razzball.com identifies the middle relievers that could help your fantasy squad in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with the Texas outfield and Colorado bullpen.
• Gio Gonzalez used to be a borderline sexy name in the fantasy game. At this point he’s a bit of an afterthought. Is the current position about his 2015 outlook accurate? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: DynastySportsEmpire.com continues their countdown of the top 50 prospects in baseball with #11-20.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 third basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 Chicago White Sox prospects most likely to contribute in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com identifies the Chicago White Sox prospects on the cusp as we get ready for 2015.
• Can Yan Gomes, Sonny Gray and Starlin Castro be as good as they were in 2014? CBSSports.com has some doubts, which is why all three are on their 2015 draft day bust list.
• NumberFire.com wonders if Jason Kipnis is a good bounce back candidate.
• Should the buyer beware when it comes to selecting George Springer this season? CBSSportscom includes him on their list of busts to remember for draft day.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySports.About.com ranks the top 35 third basemen for 2015.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com looks at the initial closer depth chart as we head into Spring Training.
• FantasySquads.com profiles Jake Arrieta who is a polarizing player heading into the 2015 season.
• FantasySquads.com takes a look at why you should avoid a pick on Jason Kipnis in favor of Daniel Murphy or Kolten Wong.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 30 shortstops, in tiers, for the 2015 fantasy season.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the shortstops that fantasy owners should be targeting in 2015 drafts.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Joc Pederson is likely to disappoint in 2015.
• Razzball.com discusses the Yahoo.com fantasy rankings and where they differ.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Los Angeles Dodgers offense and pitching staff.
• USAToday.com believes the Boston offense provides some upside to fantasy owners in 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com digs deep in search of outfielders to target late in your fantasy draft.
• RotoExperts.com runs through the catchers to target and avoid in your upcoming fantasy draft.
• FOXSports.com previews the Kansas City Royals to help you get ready for the 2015 fantasy season.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com offers up four reasons why you should draft Joey Votto in 2015.
• BaseballProf.com Profcast – Catcher Preview
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast
• FOXSports.com Fantasy Baseball Chat – 1:00 PM CST

Wednesday February 18, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 18, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: ESPN.com ranks the top 250 overall players for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• Rotoworld.com puts the bullpens of the NL Central under the microscope this week, which includes the best reliever in baseball.
• Sleepers or breakouts? Semantics aside, Nolan Arenado and Evan Gattis are among those who fit CBSSports.com’s breakouts definition for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BrunoBoys.net ranks the top 90 starting pitchers for the 2015 fantasy season.
• Matt Garza is boring, often injured, and usually overlooked. Should you look right past the righty or is there a reason or two that says you shouldn’t be too quick to dismiss him? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• FakePigskin.com examines the San Francisco Giants to help you prep for 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies some of the NL East position battles to monitor this Spring.
• Rotoprofessor.com points to a high line drive rate as another reason to be concerned about Adam Wainwright in 2015.
• Razzball.com looks at some of the comparable first basemen you can draft long after Freddie Freeman is off the board.
• FakeTeams.com uncovers some sneaky shortstop-eligible players in leagues that don’t require 20 games at the position.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Minnesota shortstop Danny Santana.
• Yet another fantasy team preview from SoCalledFantasyExperts.com with the San Francisco Giants.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: XNSports.com ranks the top 20 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with the Marlins rotation, Angels rotation and Cleveland Indians outfield.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: How long can you wait to secure a first basemen this year? CBSSports.com breaks down the position into tiers for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Baltimore Orioles organization.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 25+ shortstops for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 prospect pitchers in the Minors.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: We all thought catcher had become a position of depth, until last season crushed that thought. CBSSports.com breaks down backstop tiers for draft day 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Detroit Tigers farm system.
• RotoBaller.com examines the fantasy ramifications of the Kenley Jansen injury.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Los Angeles lefty Julio Urias.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 109 fantasy prospects in baseball.
• Razzball.com gives Freddie Freeman the dreaded Schmohawk label heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com continues their rankings of the top outfielders for 2015 with #21-40.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Colorado Rockies offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #53 Yu Darvish.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: LestersLegends.com ranks the top 10 shortstops for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com looks at the future fantasy value of Boston farmhand Eduardo Rodriguez.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 fantasy outfield prospects for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• FanGraphs.com looks at some of the hitters in the top 100 that baffle fantasy owners.
• FakePigskin.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Boston Red Sox.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 50 starting pitchers for 2015 fantasy.
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – 3B Preview

Tuesday February 17, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 17, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SportsIllustrated.com previews the starting pitchers for 2015, including ranking the top 50 for fantasy owners.
• Miguel Cabrera or Jose Abreu? Two Rotoworld.com writers take sides and debate.
• As FantasyAlarm.com notes, Xander Bogaerts is a luminous talent. His 2014 effort was filled with peaks and valleys. What does the coming season have in story for the youngster?
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com explains why Shin-Soo Choo could be a solid bounce back candidate.
• The Los Angeles Angels are an interesting mix of veterans on the decline and upstart youngsters but can they repeat as AL West champs? XNSports.com previews the team.
• TheFakeBaseball.com names some of the second basemen being overvalued and undervalued this preseason.
• FakeTeams.com believes Wilmer Flores is a potential 20 home run shortstop, worthy of your attention.
• NumberFire.com wonders if Evan Gattis is worth the risk to fantasy owners in 2015.
• Razzball.com goes looking for the next Corey Kluber.
• FantasyAlarm.com explains the SMART system that they have used to dominate the expert leagues for years.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 50 overall players for 2015.
• FakeTeams.com takes a look at the Jekyll-and-Hyde career of Jean Segura.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 prospect outfielders in baseball.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 35+ second basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• USAToday.com believes these 9 players could be fantasy busts in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySports.About.com ranks the top 35 shortstops for 2015.
• NumberFire.com wonders if David Wright should still be considered an elite third baseman.
• MiLB Prospect News: FakeTeams.com profiles Cubs shortstop prospect Addison Russell as we get ready for 2015.
• FanGraphs.com continues to examines depth charts, this time focusing in on the Colorado outfield.
• TheFantasyFix.com comments on the fickleness of starting pitching.
• FantasySquads.com takes a team-by-team look at bullpen situations in the American League Central, including a dismal Joe Nathan.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 200 prospects in baseball.
• Razzball.com provides some tips to help you dominate your 2015 fantasy draft.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if the Garrett Richards breakout 2014 was for real.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 shortstop prospects for long-term dynasty/keeper leagues.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team fantasy previews with the Seattle Mariners.
• RotoExperts.com previews every team in the AL East, from a fantasy perspective.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Los Angeles shortstop Corey Seager.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you should draft Michael Morse and Oswaldo Arcia, not Josh Hamilton and Brandon Moss.
• FanGraphs.com Prospect Chat – 11:00 AM CST
• RotoBaller.com Fantasy baseball Podcast
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – 2B Preview

Monday February 16, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 16, 2015

• DynastySportsEmpire.com previews the American League Champion Kansas City Royals.
• FantasyAlarm.com provides a complete scouting report and 2015 outlook for Arizona Diamondbacks third basemen Yasmany Tomas.
• Will Maikel Franco get hot enough this Spring to take over the hot corner in Philadelphia? NumberFire.com offers their thoughts.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com offers some projections for Houston reliever Luke Gregerson.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• Rotoworld.com looks at first basemen to target, as well as those to avoid.
• SportsIllustrated.com wonders if Matt Kemp and/or Ryan Braun are worth their price tag.
• FantasyAlarm.com thinks fantasy owners should look to draft Jimmy Nelson late in their drafts.
• FanGraphs.com examines the depth chart of the Atlanta bullpen.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFakeBaseball.com ranks the top 40 first basemen for 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com examines some of the projected stolen base leaders.
• FanGraphs.com believes Marcus Stroman could be the AL East version of Jordan Zimmermann.
• Razzball.com identifies some of the players that suffered from low BABIP in 2014.
• Brett Gardner is a speed guy who hit for power in 2014. Which performer will he be in 2015 – the 2014 model or the 2011 one? FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Boston shortstop Xander Bogaerts who is looking to bounce back after a tough 2014 season.
• Razzball.com provides some advice to fantasy owners on when to draft closers in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 shortstop prospects in the Minors.
• FakePigskin.com continues their team previews with the Baltimore Orioles.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com updates their rankings of the top first basemen for 2015.
• NumberFire.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Bryce Harper in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FantasyFiveStar.com identifies three Tampa Bay prospects to monitor this Spring – Steven Souza, Hak-Ju Lee, and Alex Colome.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 shortstops for the 2015 season.
• RotoBaller.com believes these three outfielders will outperform their ADP in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com updates their rankings of the top 200 overall players for 2015.
• FantasySquads.com looks at three overvalued hitters based on their current ADP.
• With ESPN.com providing their draft kit this past week, Razzball.com has some unique thoughts on some of their rankings.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 20 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies some sleeper shortstops for 2015, the weakest position around.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Miguel Sano of the Minnesota Twins.
• FakeTeams.com examines the overall fantasy landscape for shortstops in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Arizona Diamondbacks offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 30 first basemen, in tiers, for the upcoming fantasy season.
• MiLB Prospect News: FantasyAssembly.com profiles San Diego prospect Hunter Renfroe.
• FNTSY.com Pat Mayo Hour – 2015 Injury Preview
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust
• FanGraphs.com – 11:00 AM CST

Sunday February 15, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 15, 2015

• Last season, several breakouts came out of nowhere to change fantasy owners’ fortunes. CBSSports.com identifies a dozen players who could do the same in 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com continues to count down their top 20 fantasy rookies for the 2015 season with #11-20.
• LockerRoomFantasySports.com wishes Russell Martin a happy birthday and then declares him a fantasy bust.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30 starting pitchers for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com looks into their crystal ball to project the top players at every position for 2017 fantasy leagues…yup, 2017.
• RotoBaller.com warns fantasy owners to steer clear of Danny Santana in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the New York Yankees farm system.
• Can Steven Souza live up to the growing expectations in Tampa Bay? Rotoprofessor.com offers their thoughts.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews with the Colorado Rockies.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 75 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies four first basemen sleepers that could help your squad’s power numbers in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast

Saturday February 14, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 14, 2015

• FakeTeams.com believes Justin Verlander could be in for a bounce back season in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the San Francisco Giants offense and pitching staff.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com uncovers some undervalued infielders heading into 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies and projects for the top 5 sophomore pitchers.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com looks at the pitchers in contract years.
• FantasyAlarm.com knows starting pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your fantasy drafts.
• RotoBaller.com believes Miguel Montero could be a solid catcher to grab late in your fantasy draft.
• Yahoo.com asks and answers some pressing questions about the Chicago Cubs heading into 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com wonders if Daniel Norris will be fantasy relevant in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes fantasy owners should steer clear of New York Yankees pitchers.
• FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Cleveland Indians farm system.
• FantasyAlarm.com shows you that you need to know a lot more than just the subject matter when it comes to having a successful fantasy draft.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com explains how they identify sleepers in the bullpen.
• Razzball.com continues their 2015 fantasy team previews with the Washington Nationals.
• MiLB Prospect News: Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Daniel Norris could be the best young Toronto starter.
• FantasyAssembly.com digs deep in search of outfielders to take late in your fantasy draft.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com previews the Arizona Diamondbacks from a fantasy perspective to help you get ready for 2015.
• USAToday.com names 15 sleepers to target late in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• SportsIllustrated.com thinks Carlos Carrasco is a player you want in your fantasy rotation.

Friday February 13, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 13, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Cincinnati Reds farm system.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at Chicago’s rookies who could contribute this year as the White Sox look to move from rebuilding to contending
• TheFakeBaseball.com names a number of first basemen that are over-valued and under-valued heading into 2015.
• FakeTeams.com warns fantasy owners not to overlook Daniel Murphy on draft day 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 10 players at every position.
• FakeTeams.com profiles the declining Boston second baseman Dustin Pedroia.
• More depth chart reviews from FanGraphs.com, this time the Minnesota outfield, Atlanta rotation, Yankees infield and Houston bullpen.
• FantasyAlarm.com profiles Arizona outfielder A.J. Pollock to help you get ready for 2015.
• Matt Wieters or Salvador Perez? Two Rotoworld.com writers take sides and debate.
• When it comes to finding player who will outperform their draft position, it’s never an exact science. CBSSports.com gives their best options in their initial round of sleepers for draft day.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: RotoBaller.com kicks off their countdown of the top 50 pitching prospects for 2015 redraft leagues with #41-50.
• Rotoprofessor.com begins their countdown of the top 10 closers most likely to lose their jobs in 2015 with #10 Fernando Rodney.
• XNSports.com tries their best to explains the power outage of Jay Bruce.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with the new-look Boston rotation.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySquads.com ranks the top 40 third basemen for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Kansas City Royals.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by highlighting Cubs prospect shortstop Addison Russell.
• FantasyAlarm.com reviews players returning from injury and their impact on fantasy baseball in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies some AL and NL-only sleepers at the second base position.
• FanGraphs.com believes there is real fantasy value in the Miami bullpen.
• NumberFire.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Manny Machado in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies some relief pitchers who could prove to be fantasy busts in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com declares Michael Saunders a deep fantasy sleeper worth monitoring.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if the next Wade Davis is in the Cleveland bullpen.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com ranks the top 500 overall players for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• Neil Walker had a breakout in 2014, yet no one seems to trust a repeat of the power totals in 2015. FakeTeams.com wonders why.
• Rotoworld.com breaks down the Jonathan Lucroy injury, James Shields‘ new home and a pair of Phillies pitchers on the block in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• FNTSY.com identifies some outfielders whose BABIP was below their 5-year average in 2014.  Could they be undervalued heading into 2015?
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #54 Billy Hamilton, #55 Ryan Braun and #56 Corey Dickerson.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Xander Bogaerts can live up to expectations in his second full season in the Majors.
• SportsIllustrated.com believes Alex Wood is worthy of an early round pick in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Chicago Cubs offense and pitching staff.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the second basemen to avoid in your fantasy drafts this season.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Houston Astros.
• FantasyAssembly.com recommends drafting stud outfielders early and often.

Thursday February 12, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 12, 2015

• NumberFire.com believes these four pitchers could enjoy breakout seasons in 2015.
• Another year, another push of support for Matt Adams from FantasyAlarm.com. Is confidence in the immense lefty warranted?
• What should fantasy owners expect from Garrett Richards in 2015? FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com offers their thoughts.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies the hitters in walk years that are contractually obligated to have good fantasy seasons.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 50 outfielders for the 2015 fantasy season.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes the power decline of Robinson Cano was more than just the ballpark in Seattle.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at some of the Angels prospects on the cusp of the Majors.
• FantasyAlarm.com profiles Los Angeles starter Hyun-Jin Ryu who has been very impressive in his first two seasons in the US.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the Steamer projections for their top 30 second basemen for 2015.
• Hidden in the stat lines of players like Wilson Ramos and Jed Lowrie are some useful nuggets, and this is what makes them two of CBSSports.com’s 12 sleepers for 2015.
• FantasyAlarm.com looks for some pitchers that can be found in the late rounds of your fantasy drafts.
• More depth chart analysis from FanGraphs.com, this time focusing on the Tampa Bay bullpen and Baltimore outfield.
• FakeTeams.com helps us get to know Cuban defector Hector Olivera.
• FantasyAlarm.com continues their player profiles with Los Angeles outfielder Joc Pederson.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com identifies the five prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays system most likely to contribute in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: Buyer beware!  SportingNews.com believes these prospects are overrated.
• Razzball.com identifies the second basemen that will surprise and disappoint in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: FantasyFiveStar.com profiles Los Angeles prospect Jose De Leon, who is not on everybody’s radar.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 fantasy third base prospects in the Minors.
• TheFakeBaseball.com examines the ADP trends amongst catchers to see who is over-priced and under-priced heading into 2014.
• FakeTeams.com believes you should save a spot on your roster for Marcus Semien.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Toronto Blue Jays.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart reviews by highlighting the Milwaukee bullpen.
• FantasyAlarm.com believes new Cubs center fielder Dexter Fowler could be a sleeper worth targeting in your draft.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #57 Adam Wainwright, #58 Zack Greinke and #59 Jeff Samardzija.
• FantasyAlarm.com discusses value versus potential and explains expectation drafting.
• Razzball.com looks at some of the best players to pair with your first round draft pick.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 catchers for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: SportingNews.com ranks the top 50 fantasy prospects in baseball.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 40 relief pitchers for dynasty/keeper leagues with #21-40.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com ranks the top 75 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• FanGraphs.com explains why Billy Hamilton is worthy of a second round pick in 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com offers their thoughts on which popular outfielders to target and pass on in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by highlighting Dylan Bundy.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at the Miami prospects that could make an impact in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the second basemen to target in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust
• FakeTeams.com – 11:00 AM CST

Wednesday February 11, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 11, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com wonders how Paul Goldschmidt will return from the injury that ended his 2014 early.
• SportsIllustrated.com wonders if Jose Reyes is worth the risk at a weak position.
• Josh Collmenter doesn’t impress the radar gun or scouts, but what he does is get outs and that’s what ultimately matters most. FantasyAlarm.com profiles the Arizona right hander.
• USAToday.com wonders what the Jonathan Lucroy injury does to his fantasy value.
• FanGraphs.com highlights the Baltimore starting rotation and bullpen heading into Spring.
• FakeTeams.com identifies a few players who did not reach 20 appearances at second base in 2014, but if your league requirements differ, could provide some sneaky value in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com explains why it is important to separate your team loyalty from fantasy baseball.
• FakeTeams.com makes a case for and against Kolten Wong.
• Is Joey Votto too passive, thus affecting his fantasy value? Rotoprofessor.com offers their thought.
• FantasyAlarm.com wonders if Alex Wood is an elite fantasy starter heading into 2015.
• XNSports.com identifies six players they love heading into 2015 including Christian Yelich and Mookie Betts.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by highlighting Jon Gray.
• FanGraphs.com believes the St. Louis rotation could regress in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.
• Razzball.com continues their team fantasy previews with the New York Yankees.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Starting with powerful Cubs hopes Kris Bryant and Jorge Soler, CBSSports.com ranks the top 50 rookies and their impact for 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com takes a look at how much some of the top players are costing owners in early fantasy auctions.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Chase Headley should be on your team in 2015.
• Rotoworld.com continues their division-by-division bullpen analysis with the AL East.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 second base prospects for dynasty/keeper fantasy leagues.
• Thinking of drafting Ike Davis late in 2015? FakeTeams.com suggests you consider his Spring physical.
• DraftKings and FanDuel have drastically different pitcher scoring systems. Which type of pitchers are best for each site? NumberFire.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Chicago White Sox farm system.
• FanGraphs.com highlights the Chicago White Sox rotation to help you prep for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com completes their consensus second base rankings with #16-30.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the overall state of the second base position to help you get ready for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: DynastySportsEmpire.com continues their countdown of the top 50 fantasy prospects with #21-30.
• FantasySquads.com looks at the relief pitching situation for every team in the AL East.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team fantasy previews with the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #60 Kenley Jansen, #61 Yoenis Cespedes, #62 Nelson Cruz and #63 Ryan Zimmerman.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why passing on Jason Heyward and drafting Austin Jackson may be a good idea.
• FantasyAssembly.com believes Jorge Soler may be the top rookie to target in fantasy 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com kicks off their rankings of the top relief pitchers for dynasty/keeper league with #1-20.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com names three sleeper catchers ready to wake up in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com offers their projections for Anthony Rendon following his breakout 2014.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – First Base Preview
• FFToolbox.com Video – Chicago White Sox Preview

Tuesday February 10, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 10, 2015

• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com looks at the top five second-year hitters for 2015.
• SportsIllustrated.com is not ready to say Adrian Beltre‘s production is going to fall off a cliff in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com looks at GB% and its effects on fantasy value.
• FakeTeams.com wonders whether Arismendy Alcantara will explode on the scene in 2015 or implode.
• The Rockies again look short on quality arms, but as usual they have some difference-making fantasy bats, CBSSports.com says.
• As FakeTeams.com notes, Ben Zobrist is still a solid fantasy option…but he is declining.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: The ESPN.com free draft kit, complete with rankings, projections, strategy, profiles, and more has been released.
• FakeTeams.com wonders to what extent Jose Altuve will regress in 2015.
• Could Rubby De La Rosa be a sneaky back-end fantasy rotation option in 2015 Razzball.com offers their thoughts on why he is intriguing.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com uncovers five prospect sleepers to keep an eye on in 2015.
• USAToday.com looks at the players changing leagues in 2015 while considering who gained and lost fantasy value along the way.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if Jason Heyward is being properly valued.
• RotoExperts.com takes a closer look at the third base position and feels safe in recommending passing on David Wright.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 fantasy first base prospects in the Minors.
• FakeTeams.com profiles New York Mets second baseman Dilson Herrera who could have some fantasy value in 2015.
• FantasySquads.com looks at three catchers as we head into the 2015 season with a strong recommendation for Matt Wieters.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Philadelphia Phillies.
• As FanGraphs.com notes, the Philadelphia rotation consists of two left-handed starters and a bunch of slop.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: LestersLegends.com ranks the top 10 second basemen for fantasy 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com profiles Houston outfielder George Springer, who everyone seems to be very high on in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com completes their tiered dynasty/keeper league outfielder rankings with #31-60.
• RotoBaller.com explains why fantasy owners need to avoid Michael Cuddyer in 2015.
• FNTSY.com identifies some of the outfielders whose BABIP from 2014 seems unsustainable.  Buyer beware.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #64 Matt Kemp, #65 Greg Holland, #66 David Wright and #67 Joey Votto.
• Razzball.com gives Robinson Cano the dreaded “fantasy schmohawk” moniker.
• FantasySquads.com profiles George Springer and tells you why you should invest heavily in him this Spring.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders who should be the second player off the board in fantasy drafts.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com names three speedsters that can help you dominate the stolen base category in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 second basemen prospects for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Cincinnati Reds offense and pitching staff.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Kansas City Royals.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 200 starting pitchers for keeper/dynasty leagues with #126-200.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by profiling Noah Syndergaard.
• USAToday.com names 16 players ready to break out in 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you should draft Avisail Garcia and A.J. Pollock, not Christian Yelich and Wil Myers.
• FakePigskin.com previews the new-look San Diego Padres to help you prepare for 2015 fantasy.

Monday February 9, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 9, 2015

• SportsIllustrated.com wonders if Miguel Cabrera is worth a first round pick in 2015.
• RotoExperts.com previews every team in the AL West, projecting lineups, rotations, and more.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com explains why fantasy owners should avoid Jon Lester in 2015.
• Razzball.com explains the concept of PPD (points per dollar) to help you buy the best points league team possible.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Rougned Odor and wonders if a breakout is on the horizon for the 21 year-old.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Danny Santana‘s .405 BABIP from 2014 is repeatable.  What do you think?
• SportsIllustrated.com warns fantasy owners not to get too excited by the prospects of James Shields in Petco Park.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: TopFantasyProspects.com ranks the top 20 pitching and hitting prospects most likely to make a splash in 2015.
• XNSports.com explains how a high BABIP and poor plate discipline has people souring on J.D. Martinez but his approach and power gives him solid value.
• FanGraphs.com examines the New York Mets bullpen depth chart to search for fantasy value.
• NumberFire.com wonders if Troy Tulowitski is worth the risk to fantasy owners.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the New York Yankees farm system.
• FantasySquads.com gives their endorsements (including Prince Fielder) and criticisms of this year’s first base options.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Chicago White Sox 1st round pick Carlos Rodon is a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 10 catcher prospects in baseball.
• Razzball.com explains why Ryan Rua needs to be on deep league owners’ radars.
• FakeTeams.com profiles the polarizing Javier Baez heading into 2015.
• FanGraphs.com struggles to find fantasy value in the Texas Rangers rotation.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com ranks the top 50 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the fantasy ramifications of James Shields signing with the San Diego Padres.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Cincinnati Reds.
• TheFakeBaseball.com wonders if now is the right time to buy or sell Michael Brantley.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com has released their top 15 second basemen consensus rankings for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com ranks the top 300 overall players for fantasy baseball 2015.
• Razzball.com explains why new Tampa Bay outfielder Steven Souza should be on your sleeper list.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #68 Jonathan Lucroy, #69 Sean Doolittle, #70 Jake McGee and #71 Jordan Zimmermann.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 101 prospects in baseball.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySquads.com ranks the top 40 second basemen for the 2015 fantasy season.
• FakeTeams.com examines the overall landscape of the second base position heading into 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com uncovers five outfielders to grab late in your fantasy draft.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com updates their rankings of the top 15 third basemen for 2015.
• Rotoworld.com highlights players being drafted higher or lower than their fantasy value warrants.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Pittsburgh Pirates offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues the release of their top 200 starting pitcher rankings for dynasty/keeper leagues with #76-125.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Brandon Moss but not Charlie Blackmon heading into 2015.
• TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series with Cubs prospect Kris Bryant.
• If you play in a deep league, FakeTeams.com recommends you keep Stephen Drew on your radar.
• RotoBaller.com MLB Podcast
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – Catcher Preview
• ESPN.com Fantasy Focus Podcast – James Shields & Victor Martinez
• BaseballProspectus.com Top 101 Prospects – 7:00 PM CST

Sunday February 8, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 8, 2015

• The Rays have new faces in the dugout and on the field, but CBSSports.com thinks that change might not be a good thing for fantasy owners.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Milwaukee Brewers offense and pitching staff.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Nolan Arenado in 2015? FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com offers their thoughts.
• The Phillies are a shadow of what they were a few years ago as CBSSports.com peruses their roster for potential finds on draft day.
• The Orioles surprisingly just missed reaching the World Series last year, and CBSSports.com says they can help make fantasy winners even after key changes.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: SoCalledFantasyExperts.com ranks the top 30 catchers into 6 tiers to help you prep for 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
• TheFantasyFix.com uncovers some underrated base stealers to grab late in your draft.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com looks at the top 30 fantasy prospects for 2015 re-draft leagues, broken out by their potential ETA.
• We all know what Andrelton Simmons can do with the glove, but Rotoprofessor.com wonders if 2015 is the season his bat wakes up.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes they have found three sleepers at third base to target late on draft day 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com scrapes the bottom of the barrel in search of shortstops that could help your fantasy squad in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com believes  Brandon Belt‘s new strength and conditioning regimen could lead to big results in 2015.

Saturday February 7, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 7, 2015

• Rotoworld.com names several AL West players to shy away from in drafts for the upcoming 2015 fantasy baseball season.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Evan Gattis in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com profiles Kansas City starter Yordano Ventura.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the St. Louis Cardinals offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySports.About.com ranks the top 30 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• With spring just around the corner, it is important to get a handle on which stats and strategies are vital to success in early season daily fantasy baseball. TheFakeBaseball.com provides some help.
• Razzball.com believes Brandon McCarthy is flying under the radar heading into 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com names five relief pitchers you want to draft in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com looks at the three Philadelphia relievers that could get save opportunities in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continue their fantasy team previews for 2015 with the Detroit Tigers.
• FantasyAssembly.com bores into the shortstop position and realizes it is boring.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at some Seattle prospects on the cusp of making it to the Majors.
• A little strategy from FakeTeams.com as they examine the price of going all in for a championship.
• SportsIllustrated.com believes Lucas Duda could be a sneaky late-round pick in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com searches for sleepers at second base and comes up with Marcus Semien and Jonathan Schoop.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Friday February 6, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 6, 2015

• The Athletics’ offseason tear-down could hurt their chances for contention, as CBSSports.com explores how it has impacted their offerings for Fantasy owners.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes fantasy owners should look at GB% when looking for potential fantasy busts.
• NumberFire.com wonders to what extent the Victor Martinez injury will affect the rest of the Detroit lineups.
• FakeTeams.com believes there is serious reason to expect a production drop from Anthony Rizzo.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com uncovers five late-round hitters to target.
• The Yankees return with another veteran-heavy lineup, and CBSSports.com says this roster is much deeper in question marks than fantasy impact players.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySquads.com gives you the top 40 first basemen for the 2015 season.
• Mets fans might not think the team did enough to improve over the offseason, but look at that pitching. CBSSports.com greets the Mets in their 2015 team outlook.
• MinorLeagueBall.com wonders how Jung-Ho Kang will adjust to the Majors.
• Razzball.com reveals their first closer rankings of the season, ranking them into the standard categories: $12 Salads, Donkeycorns, and Brain Freezes.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Will Angel Pagan be among the players with the best draft day value this season? CBSSports.com likes his chances in their preview of the San Francisco Giants.
• ESPN.com lists their nine most favorable scenery changes in fantasy for 2015, as well as their nine worst, and offers a complete offseason movement chart for all fantasy-relevant players.
• FanGraphs.com looks at the Blue Jays rotation heading into 2015 which is full of aging veterans and young studs.
• USAToday.com provides some sneaky draft strategies, like pairing Ben Revere with Chris Carter.
• Razzball.com has some thoughts on Dan Straily, wondering if he has some deep league value in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com expects Jose Abreu to regress in 2015…you have been warned.
• FanGraphs.com wonders if the New York Yankees rotation can stay healthy in 2015.
• The Dodgers made some dramatic changes to their lineup in the offseason, but as CBSSports.com says in their 2015 team outlook, we’ll see if the results have a meaningful fantasy impact.
• TheFantasyFix.com pumps up Marcus Semien once again for the 2015 fantasy season.
• NumberFire.com wonders how good the New York Mets rotation is heading into Spring.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects for 2015 from the Tampa Bay Rays organization.
• Rotoworld.com recaps the week that was, talking injuries to Victor Martinez and Josh Hamilton and James Shields‘ market in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #72 Jon Lester, #73 Jayson Werth, #74 Carlos Santana and #75 Garrett Richards.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Josh Hamilton is actually a better investment now that he is injured.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies five cheap sources of speed for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 shortstops for 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the first basemen to avoid in 2015 fantasy drafts.
• BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes these six starters could have breakout seasons in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues the release of the top 200 dynasty/keeper league starting pitchers with #41-75.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com ranks the top 25 shortstops for the upcoming season.
• RotoBaller.com wonders if Cliff Lee will be a boom or bust in 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com continues their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by highlighting Joey Gallo of the Texas Rangers.
• Scout.com – Atlanta Braves Preview
• RotoBaller.com Baseball Podcast
• FanGraphs.com Prospects Chat – 11:45 AM CST

Thursday February 5, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 5, 2015

• SportsIllustrated.com wonders which Brian Dozier will show up in 2015 as well as identifying Jose Quintana as one of the most underrated starters in fantasy.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com identifies some of the Royals prospects that are on the cusp of the Majors.
• USAToday.com looks at how the Victor Martinez injury will affect the Detroit lineup.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com releases their auction values for the top 200 overall players.
• FantasySquads.com looks at what the Victor Martinez injury means for fantasy.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• FanGraphs.com provides yet another depth chart examination by focusing on the Washington rotation.
• FakeTeams.com wonders where Freddie Freeman should be ranked amongst first basemen in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 prospects for 2015 from the New York Yankees organization.
• Will the Tigers survive without Max Scherzer? CBSSports.com says the bigger issue is a lack of organizational depth in their 2015 team outlook.
• Razzball.com believes Yusmeiro Petit is extremely underrated heading into 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Devin Mesoraco is worth reaching for in 2015.
• NumberFire.com believes these hitters are primed for a breakout season in 2015.
• Razzball.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Baltimore Orioles.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: TopFantasyProspects.com ranks the top 20 fantasy prospects (go figure) for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: PitcherList.com ranks the top 60 starting pitchers for 2015 – #1-20 | 21-40 | 41-60
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30 outfielders for keeper/dynasty leagues.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #76 Kole Calhoun, #77 Mookie Betts, #78 Alex Cobb, #79 Manny Machado and #80 Jorge Soler.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team fantasy previews with the Milwaukee Brewers.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with the Toronto Blue Jays infield.
• NumberFire.com wonders if Corey Kluber can repeat his 2014 successes in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com explains why J.J. Hardy is a fantasy sleeper at a tough position.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 400 overall players for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasySquads.com ranks the top 30 catchers for the 2015 fantasy season.
• USAToday.com looks at the five most volatile closer situations heading into Spring.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: DynastySportsEmpire.com continues their countdown of the top 50 prospects with #31-40.
• FakeTeams.com identifies some of the first basemen you need to target in 2015 fantasy drafts.
• Rotoprofessor.com looks at the top 5 second basemen 25 years-old and younger.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the New York Mets offense and pitching staff.
• FantasyAssembly.com wonders what happened to the great shortstops in fantasy baseball.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues the release of the top 200 starting pitchers for dynasty/keeper leagues with #21-40.
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Wednesday February 4, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 4, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com profiles young Miami outfielder Christian Yelich to help you get ready for 2015.
• The Nationals looked stacked even before spending huge for luxury ace Max Scherzer. But CBSSports.com sees potential issues beyond a riveting rotation.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations with the new Oakland infield and Tampa Bay rotation.
• USAToday.com names five players to buy low before the season.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at some New York Mets prospects on the cusp of the Majors.
• SportsIllustrated.com explains why Josh Harrison is a big risk after a breakout 2014 season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 100 overall players for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• It’s time for Rotoworld.com to take a detailed look at the bullpens of the NL East.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com looks for some players that could enjoy bounce back seasons in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Texas Rangers.
• FanGraphs,com takes a closer look at the Houston Astros rotation.
• Javier Baez is one of the most polarizing players this spring. FantasySquads.com tells you to proceed with extreme caution.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart examinations by focusing on the White Sox outfield.
• FakeTeams.com continues their first basemen profiles with Joey Votto.
• Rotoprofessor.com does not think Johnny Cueto can replicate his 2014 success.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Scout.com has ranked their top 50 overall prospects for 2015.
• FakeTeams.com provides some advice to fantasy owners about when and who to target amongst first baseman in your draft.
• FantasyAlarm.com profiles Los Angeles outfielder Kole Calhoun.
• FanGraphs.com examines the new-look Washington bullpen for fantasy 2015.
• RotoExperts.com examines the second base landscape, deciding who to crush and flush in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #81 Ben Revere and #82 Cody Allen.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 101 overall players for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com ranks the top 25 third basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• Yahoo.com names a number of players whose fantasy value will likely go up in 2015.
• FNTSY.com examines the shortstop BABIP numbers from 2014 to look for some potential sleepers and busts at the position.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews with the St. Louis Cardinals.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 shortstop prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Miami Marlins offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Houston Astros farm system.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheFantasyFix.com kicks off their 30 Prospects in 30 Days series by highlighting Francisco Lindor.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com kicks off their top 200 starting pitcher rankings for dynasty/keeper leagues with #1-20.

Tuesday February 3, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 3, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 20 third basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• FOXSports.com provides some interesting information about players in their top 50 rankings.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com highlights five prospects that will soon be the faces of their respective franchises.
• FakeTeams.com continues their first baseman profiles with Brandon Belt of the Giants.
• AJ Preller went huge, acquiring Matt Kemp, Justin Upton and Wil Myers, but CBSSports.com thinks pitching depth is what might hold back these more-muscular Padres.
• Razzball.com previews the 2015 Chicago Cubs, projecting statistics, lineup, and rotation.
• FanGraphs.com examines the depth chart of the crowded Boston outfield as well as how their bullpen is shaking out.
• The first-to-worst Red Sox bulked up with Hanley Ramirez and Pablo Sandoval. But CBSSports.com says that pitching staff is a real and fantasy problem.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com highlights a few of the prospects that just missed their top 100 rankings.
• USAToday.com believes Matt Adams will hit more home runs in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com believes Chris Owings could be a sleeper worth grabbing late in your draft.
• FakeTeams.com continues their first base profiles with Eric Hosmer.
• Cubs fans are all too familiar with the refrain “wait ’til next year,” but CBSSports.com explains how the team’s combination of young and veteran talent could help you win in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 second basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Atlanta first baseman Freddie Freeman, who many believe will regress in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: MLB.com has released their full package of rankings, projections, auction values, and more for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: PitcherList.com ranks the top 20 starters for 2015 fantasy.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Pittsburgh prospect first baseman Josh Bell.
• FanGraphs.com wonders how much better Max Scherzer can be in the National League.
• NumberFire.com wonders who should be the second player off the board in fantasy baseball drafts.
• FanGraphs.com believes the Mike Moustakas breakout is finally upon us.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com completes their rankings of the top 100 starting pitchers with #81-100.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #83 Kolten Wong and #84 Mark Melancon.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders which young third baseman is a better bet for 2015, Manny Machado or Nolan Arenado.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Philadelphia Phillies offense and pitching staff.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews by focusing in on the Cincinnati Reds.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 fantasy first base prospects for the 2015 season.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why fantasy owners should draft J.J. Hardy over Xander Bogaerts and Alcides Escobar over Alexei Ramirez.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Monday February 2, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 2, 2015

• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the New York Yankees.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 200 overall players for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Oakland A’s farm system.
• Rotoworld.com looks at some players who didn’t rack up much playing time last season but could provide value in 2015.
• Razzball.com discusses position scarcity and its effect on fantasy baseball 2015.
• FakeTeams.com profiles New York first baseman Lucas Duda.
• Will Jimmy Nelson finally emerge as a useful fantasy starter in 2015? Rotoprofessor.com offers their thoughts.
• Are the Twins a little better than we give them credit? CBSSports.com says the future is promising in their 2015 Fantasy Outlook.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Jonathan Schoop should be considered a sleeper in 2015.
• The Astros have been slowly working their way toward respectability. CBSSports.com looks into how the organization’s progress has started to bear fruit for fantasy owners.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Washington Nationals offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their ranking of the top starting pitchers for 2015 with #61-80.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #85 Javier Baez and #86 Jake Arrienta.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 shortstops for 2015 fantasy.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com searches for some starting pitcher sleepers for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues their ranks of the top 125 outfielders with #76-125.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Chicago White Sox farm system,

 

Sunday February 1, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Feb 1, 2015

• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their fantasy team previews with the Baltimore Orioles.
• GradingOntheCurve.com believes Mike Foltynewicz is in the lead for the Atlanta #5 starting pitcher slot.
• DynastySportsEmpire.com continues their 2015 fantasy team previews with the Washington Nationals.
• RotoBaller.com discusses the fantasy ramifications of David Hale being traded to Colorado.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com searches for NL hitters that could prove to be value picks in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if David Wright is worth the investment in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies six things to look for when trying to identify sleeper pitchers.
• FantasyAssembly.com scrapes the bottom of the barrel in search of third basemen for your fantasy squad.