Saturday January 31, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 31, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Yahoo.com has released their rankings for 2015 – Top 250 | 1B | 2B | 3B | SS | C | OF | SP | RP
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team-by-team previews with the Philadelphia Phillies.
• BaseballAmerica.com touches on the trade between Colorado and Atlanta sending David Hale to the Rockies.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 100 prospects in baseball.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart reviews with the New York Yankees bullpen.
• NumberFire.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Michael Brantley in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes Freddie Freeman and Matt Adams could be busts in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Oakland A’s farm system.
• RotoExperts.com wonders if J.D. Martinez will be a bust and Brandon McCarthy a value.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if D.J. Peterson will provide fantasy owners anything in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Kevin Gausman will be a sleeper heading into 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com uncovers some NL starting pitcher sleepers.
• BaseballAmerica.com Prospects Podcast

Friday January 30, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 30, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system.
• FanGraphs.com continues examining league depth charts by focusing on the Minnesota infield and rotation.
• The Jays flirted with ending their playoff drought and then further bulked up their lineup but still look short of arms, CBSSports.com says in their team preview.
• Things can only get better for the Rangers, right? CBSSports.com says Texas is full of potential fantasy bounce-back targets in their 2015 team outlook.
• Razzball.com believes Danny Santana is flying under the radar this preseason.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com looks for AL hitters that could be value picks.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30+ second basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• NumberFire.com wonders when fantasy owners should target Kris Bryant in 2015 drafts.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart reviews with the Baltimore Orioles infield.
• FakeTeams.com believes Devin Mesoraco will repeat his 2014 successes in 2015.
• FNTSY.com looks for some starting pitchers that could prove to be busts in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Baltimore Orioles.
• Rotoworld.com details the week in baseball, talking Devin Mesoraco‘s extension, Chad Billingsley‘s new home and more in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their rankings of the top starting pitchers for 2015 with #41-60.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com completes their countdown of the top 100 prospects with #1-25.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why fantasy owners would be better off avoiding Yovani Gallardo in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com looks at the next wave of fantasy shortstops getting closer to the Majors.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Seattle Mariners farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #87 Jacob deGrom, #88 Rusney Castillo and #89 Kyle Seager.
• FakeTeams.com warns fantasy owners to pass on these catchers when drafting in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 third basemen for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com searches for some value picks amongst AL starters.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 75 outfielders for dynasty/keeper leagues with #41-75.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the Atlanta Braves organization.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews for 2015 with the Chicago White Sox.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 Boston Red Sox prospects for the 2015 fantasy season.

Thursday January 29, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 29, 2015

• FakeTeams.com continues their catcher profiles with Washington’s Wilson Ramos.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the catchers you need to target in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Francisco Giants farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 outfield prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart reviews with the Tampa Bay outfield.
• RotoBaller.com names Drew Smyly as a potential sleeper for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at the Phillies prospects on the verge of contributing in Philadelphia.
• Razzball.com looks at some of the players whose BABIP was slightly inflated in 2014.
• What are the fantasy options beyond Paul Goldschmidt and Mark Trumbo in Arizona? CBSSports.com explores a roster that is surprisingly deep in talent.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com searches for some offensive sleepers in the National League.
• FakeTeams.com names some catcher sleepers for your AL or NL-only leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 Baltimore Orioles prospects most likely to contribute in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their rankings of the top starting pitchers for 2015 with #21-40.
• Rotoprofessor.com identifies the five best catchers that are 25 or younger.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #90 Dustin Pedroia, #91 Tyson Ross, #92 Gerrit Cole and #93 Nolan Arenado.
• MiLB Prospect News: BaseballProspectus.com continues their expert prospect draft with Rounds 3 & 4.
• What should fantasy owners expect from a trio of aging third basemen in Evan Longoria, David Wright, and Ryan Zimmerman? FantasyAssembly.com offers their thoughts.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews for 2015 with the New York Mets.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues their rankings for the top 100 outfielders for keeper/dynasty leagues with #21-40.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com ranks the top 25 second basemen for fantasy 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at the Tigers prospects on the verge of contributing in Detroit.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com believes they have uncovered some starters from the NL that could prove to be sleepers.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com profiles everybody’s favorite third baseman, Alex Rodriguez.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – Sleepers

Wednesday January 28, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 28, 2015

• SportsIllustrated.com wonders if Adam Wainwright is now a SP2.
• USAToday.com believes the ankle injury makes Miguel Cabrera a questionable first round pick.
• Yahoo.com wonders if the 2015 Detroit Tigers are getting too old.
• Rotoworld.com checks in on the top 50 relievers from 2014 and finish with some stolen base projections.
• FakeTeams.com continues their catcher profiles with Oakland’s Stephen Vogt.
• FanGraphs.com searches for value at third base for 2015 fantasy.
• NumberFire.com wonders how the Boston outfield will shake out in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com continues their depth chart reviews with the Toronto outfield.
• Atlanta deconstructed its roster over the offseason, but what’s left for fantasy purposes? CBSSports.com takes a closer look at the Braves in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com wonders if New York catcher Brian McCann is in a steep physical decline.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays farm system.
• Looking for some AL-only hitting sleepers? FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com has you covered.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 shortstop prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• FakeTeams.com provides some things to consider when selecting your fantasy catcher.
• Despite a strong second half in 2014, RotoBaller.com believes fantasy owners should avoid Carlos Carrasco in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Seattle Mariners.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #94 Alex Wood, #95 Kris Bryant, #96 Ian Kinsler and #97 Matt Harvey.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Texas Rangers organization.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com completes their release of the top 30 catchers for 2015 with #16-30.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Francisco Giants farm system.
• RotoBaller.com believes there could be some fantasy value in the Oakland catcher platoon.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 starting pitchers for 2015.
• BaseballAmerica.com comments on the trade that sent Travis Snider to Baltimore for Stephen Tarpley.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Jason Kipnis should be considered a top 5 second baseman heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Texas Rangers farm system.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com identifies some American League starters that could prove to be sleepers in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com kicks off their rankings of the top 125 outfielders for keeper/dynasty leagues with #1-20.
• FanGraphs.com identifies a number of players whose xHR/FB% was a little high in 2014. Could a decrease in home runs be on the horizon?
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 third base prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team-by-team previews with the Tampa Bay Rays.
• ESPN.com – 10:00 AM CST
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast – Bounce-back candidates

Tuesday January 27, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 27, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com profiles Jean Segura, coming off a tough year in Milwaukee.
• BaseballAmerica.com touches on the trade between Boston and Texas, swapping Anthony Renaudo and Robbie Ross.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at the prospects that could make an impact in Colorado in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Houston Astros farm system.
• MiLB Prospect News: USAToday.com wonders how much stock fantasy owners should put into the Cubs prospects.
• FakeTeams.com profiles Evan Gattis, who has catcher eligibility in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #99 Sonny Gray, #99 Christian Yelich, #100 Hisashi Iwakuma, #101 Alex Gordon and #102 James Shields.
• FakeTeams.com wonders how Matt Wieters will return from injury in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com begins their depth chart discussions by focusing in on the Boston Red Sox infield.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: Razzball.com has released their full array of hitter and pitcher projections for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 third base prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• RotoBaller.com identifies Drew Smyly as a potential sleeper for 2015.
• Rotoworld.com identifies some players to avoid in the AL Central, including Joe Mauer, Victor Martinez, Jeff Samardzija and more.
• MiLB Prospect News: BaseballProspectus.com has started their prospects draft with Rounds 1 & 2.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 15 first basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Joe Mauer in 2015?  NumebrFire.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Diego Padres farm system.
• NumberFire.com wonders if fantasy owners should expect a bounce back season from Miguel Cabrera in 2015.
• FNTSY.com searches for sleepers and busts at the third base position.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com continues their countdown of the top 100 prospects with #26-50.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: DynastySportsEmpire.com kicks off their countdown of the top 50 fantasy prospects with #41-50.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com completes their top 100 outfielder rankings with #81-100.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes they have identified some busts at second base.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Kris Bryant is the next Chris Davis or Adam Dunn.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team-by-team previews with the Chicago Cubs.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Houston Astros offense and pitching staff.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you should draft Kyle Seager and Pedro Alvarez for third base, not Josh Donaldson or Kris Bryant.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 50 shortstops for dynasty/keeper leagues with #21-50.
• USAToday.com searches for some late round values for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 15 catcher prospects for the 2015 fantasy season.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com names seven players you should be targeting at the end of your AL-only drafts.

Monday January 26, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 26, 2015

• According to SportsIllustrated.com, fantasy owners should expect Dee Gordon to regress in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com profiles new Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal prior to the 2015 season.
• Despite a tough 2014 season, USAToday.com believes Bryce Harper is worth an early round pick.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at a few Giants prospects that could contribute in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 second base prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• RotoExperts.com previews every team in the NL East from a fantasy perspective to help you get ready for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Boston Red Sox.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: TopProspectAlert.com ranks the top 100 overall prospects for 2015.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Brian McCann in 2015? TheFantasyFix.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com provides their consensus catcher rankings for 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Tyler Clippard is the best option to close in Oakland now that Sean Doolittle is injured.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com ranks the top center fielders for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their rankings of the top outfielders for 2015 with #61-80.
• Rotoworld.com uses statistics weighting offensive player contributions and ballpark factors to analyze increased third base production.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #103 Matt Holliday, #104 Yasmany Tomas, #105 Joc Pederson and #106 Hyun-jin Ryu.
• FakeTeams.com looks at the overall state of the catcher position to help you get ready for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Nolan Arenado, but not Evan Longoria, heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Kansas City Royals farm system.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Oakland A’s offense and pitching staff.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews with the Boston Red Sox.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com updates their rankings of the top 15 first basemen for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the New York Yankees organization.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes they have identified some starting pitcher busts for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com ranks the top 20 shortstops for keeper/dynasty leagues.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Sunday January 25, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 25, 2015

• The Royals come off a dream season that ended a game short of a World Series championship. But CBSSports.com says it is a team lacking in star power.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Los Angeles Angels offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 35 first basemen for keeper/dynasty leagues.
• RotoBaller.com believes Yusmeiro Petit screams sleeper for fantasy owner.
• RotoExperts.com examines the fantasy value of Kris Bryant for the 2015 season.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com believes shortstops Troy Tulowitzki and Javier Baez will prove to be busts in 2015.
• Razzball.com wonders how concerned we should all be with the strikeout numbers posted by Javier Baez.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Nick Castellanos will emerge as a useful fantasy asset in his second season.
• FantasyAssembly.com scrapes the bottom of the barrel in search of useful second basemen to grab late in your fantasy draft.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com continues their team previews with the Miami Marlins.

Saturday January 24, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 24, 2015

• FakeTeams.com discusses the fantasy impact of the Sean Doolittle injury.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com identifies a few third basemen that could prove to be busts in 2015.
• SoCalledFantasyExperts.com previews the Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, and Toronto Blue Jays
• MiLB Prospect News: Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Boston prospect Henry Owens could emerge as the #5 starter in Boston.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Texas Rangers offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FOXSports.com has released their full slate of 2015 fantasy rankings – Top 300 | C | 1B | 2B | 3B | SS | OF | SP | RP
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Seattle Mariners farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com believes Mookie Betts could have a huge fantasy impact in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.
• USAToday.com does not deny Clayton Kershaw is great, but that doesn’t mean he is worth the price in fantasy leagues.

Friday January 23, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 23, 2015

• MiLB Prospect News: MinorLeagueBall.com highlights the three prospects headed to Milwaukee in exchange for Yovani Gallardo.
• FNTSY.com explains how Brian Dozier went from a sleeper to a bust in 365 days.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #107 Masahiro Tanaka, #108 David Robertson, #109 Josh Harrison, #110 Brian Dozier and #111 Julio Teheran.
• FantasyAssembly.com previews the Atlanta Braves to help you get ready for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.
• The Angels rode a top-heavy lineup to the Majors’ best record in 2014. CBSSports.com looks at the bats and arms that could push them squad, and fantasy owners, into contention this season.
• Colby Rasmus is a member of the Houston Astros. TheFantasyFix.com looks at what that means in fantasy.
• RotoBaller.com believes both Christian Yelich and Collin McHugh could be sleepers in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 first base prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Chicago Cubs.
• Rotoworld.com discusses some hitters who switched teams during the offseason and what to expect for 2015.
• FanGraphs.com explains why they like Dexter Fowler moving to Chicago.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakePigskin.com offers up their top 25 first basemen for 2015.
• NumberFire.com explains why Jose Abreu is worthy of a first round fantasy pick.
• Yahoo.com asks and answers some pressing questions about the 2015 Boston Red Sox.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 5 San Diego prospects for 2015.
• Rotoworld.com reviews the week gone by, talking the Max Scherzer signing, Kris Bryant‘s promotion and James Shields watch in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their rankings of the top outfielders for 2015 with #41-60.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders how Evan Gattis should be valued by fantasy owners in Houston.
• MrCheatsheet.com looks for some hitters whose 2014 batting averages were a fluke.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com continues their countdown of the top 100 prospects with #51-75.
• Should fantasy owners expect a bounce back year from Prince Fielder? USAToday.com weighs in on the topic.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 50 third basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues with #21-50.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Seattle Mariners offense and pitching staff.
• FakeTeams.com explains why Domonic Brown needs to be on your sleeper list.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 second basemen for 2015.
• FanGraphs.com Prospects – 11:00 AM

Thursday January 22, 2105 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 22, 2015

• BaseballAmerica.com looks at Yasmany Tomas, who was unveiled by the Diamondbacks today.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Cleveland Indians offense and pitching staff.
• FakeTeams.com wonders how much of an advantage is hitting at Coors Field?
• SportsIllustrated.com expects a huge season from Cubs outfielder Jorge Soler.
• GradingOntheCurve.com looks at the impact of Dan Straily and Luis Valbuena in Houston.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 catcher prospects in the Minor Leagues.
• ESPN.com has an updated closer chart before pitchers and catchers report.
• RotoBaller.com believes this is the year Dylan Bundy could provide fantasy owners some value.
• Razzball.com identifies first basemen that will delight and disappoint in 2015.
• FanGraphs.com discusses a trio of potential starting pitcher busts for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top five prospects for the 2015 San Francisco Giants.
• TheFantasyFix.com previews the Houston Astros who have finally returned to fantasy relevance.
• The Cardinals remain a model organization with their talent pipeline still in place, but according to CBSSports.com, their fantasy footprint doesn’t look all that impressive right now.
• FanGraphs.com tries to decide whether best player available or position scarcity is more important when drafting your 2015 squad.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30 shortstops for keeper/dynasty leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com ranks the top left fielders for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their rankings of the top outfielders for 2015 with #21-40.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you need to steer clear of Dustin Pedroia in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #112 Chris Davis, #113 Lucas Duda and #114 Collin McHugh.
• Rotoprofessor.com identifies the top 5 third basemen that are 25 and younger.
• FantasyAssembly.com previews the second base position to help you prep for your 2015 fantasy draft.
• FakeTeams.com identifies Jarred Cosart as a potential fantasy sleeper in Miami.
• Rotoworld.com evaluates some individual sleepers for runs scored in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com ranks the top 20 third basemen for keeper/dynasty leagues.
• BaseballAmerica.com Prospects Podcast
• CBSSports.com Fantasy Baseball Podcast
• FanGraphs.com Podcast – The Sleeper and the Bust

Wednesday January 21, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 21, 2015

• USAToday.com explains why Evan Longoria will hit more home runs in 2015.
• Rotoworld.com gets ready for the 2015 MLB season with a team-by-team bullpen audit.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com ranks the top 10 left-handed pitching prospects in baseball.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system.
• BaseballAmerica.com offers some thoughts on the Carlos Corporan for Akeem Bostick trade.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com ranks the top fantasy shortstops for the 2015 season.
• Do the Indians have the right personnel for making a run at a fantasy title? CBSSports.com takes a look at a squad that has evolved into a real-life playoff contender.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 20 second basemen for fantasy 2015.
• FanGraphs.com explains how best to handle your forthcoming keeper decisions.
• NumberFire.com looks at positional scarcity to develop a fantasy draft plan for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the closers for fantasy 2015.
• FakeTeams.com believes David Hale could be a sleeper for the Atlanta Braves and your fantasy squad in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 outfielders for fantasy 2015.
• FakeTeams.com offers their thoughts on the Dexter Fowler trade and what it might mean for Cubs prospect Kris Bryant. Note: He will not break camp with the Cubs!
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #115 Dee Gordon, #116 Melky Cabrera and #117 Mark Trumbo.
• Rotoprofessor.com warns fantasy owners that Christian Yelich could be this year’s version of Jean Segura.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Detroit Tigers farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 second base prospects in baseball.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their rankings of the top 50 second basemen with #21-50.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Detroit Tigers offense and pitching staff.
• ESPN.com – 10:00 AM CST

Tuesday January 20, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 20, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MLB.com updates their top 10 right-handed pitcher prospects for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: RotoExperts.com identifies some of the AL East prospects to keep an eye on this Spring.
• ProjectRoto.com sees a few red flags when looking at Jose Altuve.
• SportsIllustrated.com profiles Kole Calhoun who could be a huge source of runs in 2015.
• Critics aside, Robinson Cano helped the Mariners become surprise contenders. CBSSports.com says more additions now have them in position for even bigger things.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20+ prospects in the Baltimore Orioles organization.
• Could T.J. House be a sleeper in 2015? RotoBaller.com offers their thoughts.
• Razzball.com looks at some pitchers who will have both SP and RP eligibility in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies New York reliever Bobby Parnell as a potential fantasy sleeper.
• TheFantasyFix.com examines the fantasy ramifications of the Yovani Gallardo trade.
• Rotoworld.com identifies players to avoid in the American League East, including Chris Tillman, Dustin Pedroia, Evan Longoria, and more.
• FOXSports.com names five fantasy sleepers to keep an eye on heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #118 Marcus Stroman, #119 Daniel Murphy, #120 Xander Bogaerts, #121 Alexei Ramirez and #122 Brandon Moss.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: LockerRoomFantasySports.com released their top overall and positional rankings for 2015.
• FanGraphs.com tries to explain Miguel Cabrera‘s home run decline.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Colorado Rockies farm system.
• FanGraphs.com wonders how a move to Texas will affect the value of Yovani Gallardo.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 third basemen for fantasy 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com examines the fantasy effects of Dexter Fowler landing in Chicago.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 50 overall players for the 2015 fantasy baseball season.
• FantasyAssembly.com identifies second basemen to draft and pass on in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com kicks off their rankings of the top 50 second basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues with #1-20.
• According to SportsIllustrated.com, a move to Washington increases the value of Max Scherzer in fantasy leagues.
• USAToday.com wonders if Matt Harvey will be able to return to elite status in 2015 after his elbow injury.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Chicago White Sox offense and pitching staff.
• FanGraphs.com – 11:00 AM CST
• BaseballProspectus.com – 6:30 PM CST

Monday January 19, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 19, 2015

• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com kicks off their countdown of the top 100 prospects with #76-100.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com updates their rankings of the top 30 shortstops for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: BaseballAmerica.com takes a closer look at the prospects heading to Milwaukee in exchange for Yovani Gallardo.
• RotoBaller.com examines the fantasy ramifications of today’s Houston-Chicago trade.
• Yahoo.com identifies some starting pitchers you should not overpay for in 2015.
• SportsIllustrated.com profiles Ian Desmond who has power and speed from the shortstop position.
• FNTSY.com identifies the second basemen that may improve or regress based on their BABIP numbers.
• FantasyAlarm.com offers their thoughts on a number of transactions, from the Max Scherzer signing, to the Houston-Chicago trade, and more.
• RotoExperts.com names some closers they have a crush on as well as those to flush in 2015. See what they did there…they rhyme.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Minnesota Twins offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #123 Brett Gardner.
• FanGraphs.com identifies four starting pitchers that could prove to be busts in 2015 including Yordano Ventura and Jacob deGrom.
• BaseballAmerica.com looks at the trade sending Dexter Fowler to Chicago in exchange for Luis Valbuena and Dan Straily.
• Razzball.com wonders what to expect from 2014 breakout hitters Michael Brantley, Anthony Rendon, and Victor Martinez in 2015.
• RotoBaller.com wonders if Ubaldo Jimenez is a sleeper or a bust, yet again.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Boston Red Sox farm system.
• FakeTeams.com examines the fantasy impact of Max Scherzer signing with the Washington Nationals.
• Surprise contenders last year, the Mariners are in position for even bigger things this year thanks to a key free agent pickup and newcomer to the starting rotation. CBSSports.com previews the Seattle Mariners to help you prepare for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 shortstops for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com updates their rankings of the top 15 catchers for 2015.
• Rotoworld.com uses defense-independent statistics to highlight starting pitchers who are likely to regress in 2015.
• MrCheatsheet.com identifies a number of hitters who could prove to be busts and sleepers in the power department in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com identifies Washington outfielder Michael Taylor as a potential sleeper for 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Anthony Rendon and hate Jason Kipnis heading into 2015.
• FanGraphs.com tries to explain why Todd Frazier saw a bump in power numbers last season.

Sunday January 18, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 18, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 starting pitchers.
• RotoBaller.com is on the search for the best late round sleepers to target in 2015.
• The Reds can beat last season’s down 76-86, but they’ll need big bounce back seasons from Joey Votto, Jay Bruce and Brandon Philllips to do it, says CBSSports.com.
• MiLB Prospect News: Razzball.com identifies a number of prospects from the NL East that either just missed their top 10 fantasy prospects by team or were just traded into the division.
• Rotoprofessor.com explains why Yan Gomes will likely be overvalued in 2015 fantasy drafts.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Kansas City Royals offense and pitching staff.
• FantasyAssembly.com looks for the best first baseman to target late in your 2015 fantasy draft.

Saturday January 17, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 17, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the San Diego Padres farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 outfielders.
• FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com takes a closer look at Houston’s one-trick pony, Chris Carter.
• MiLB Prospect News: Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Danny Hultzen is ever going to become a useful fantasy asset.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Tampa Bay Rays offense and pitching staff.
• FOXSports.com offers their thoughts on the fantasy effects of both the Ben Zobrist and Evan Gattis trades.
• FakeTeams.com – All Questions Answered Thread

Friday January 16, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 16, 2015

• MiLB Prospect News: GradingOntheCurve.com looks at some of the prospects that could help bolster the St. Louis Cardinals at some point this season.
• MiLB Prospect News: MinorLeagueBall.com offers their thoughts on the three prospects headed to Atlanta in the Evan Gattis trade.
• MiLB Prospect News: MLB.com looks at the prospects on the cusp of joining the Boston Red Sox.
• Razzball.com looks at some deep league shortstops worth drafting late including Wilmer Flores.
• USAToday.com wonders how Nelson Cruz will adjust to Seattle.
• A lot of things can still change from now until Opening Day, yet DynastySportsEmpire.com takes a look at the projected lineup and rotation for the 2015 Atlanta Braves.
• RotoBaller.com believes young middle infielders Mookie Betts and Jean Segura are 2015 fantasy sleepers.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Minnesota Twins.
• C.J. Wilson‘s ERA skyrocketed this year, and he needs to turn things around in 2015. Which other hurlers need to rebound after a brutal 2014 campaign? NumberFire.com looks at six of them.
• FakeTeams.com points to a high contact rate when explaining why Rougned Odor could be a sleeper in 2015.
• Rotoworld.com talks the Evan Gattis trade, Lance Lynn‘s extension with the Cardinals and some players avoiding arbitration in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Texas Rangers farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #124 Cliff Lee and #125 Danny Salazar.
• FakeTeams.com explains why Didi Gregorius could be a sleeper worth targeting in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 second basemen for the 2015 fantasy season.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if who could see save opportunities in Texas should Neftali Feliz falter.
• FakeTeams.com names 12 players who could close games at some point in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com completes their ranking of the top 50 first basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues with #21-50.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com updates their rankings of the top 30 first basemen for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Boston Red Sox offense and pitching staff.
• MLB.com Video – Three prospects headed to Atlanta for Evan Gattis
• FanGraphs.com Prospect Chat – 11:00 AM CST

Thursday January 15, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 15, 2015

• RotoExperts.com has a number of thoughts about Jose Quintana, the Evan Gattis trade, and more.
• FNTSY.com looks for first basemen that will provide a good ROI as well as some destined to disappoint.
• SportsIllustrated.com explains why the fantasy value of Evan Gattis jumps up in Houston.
• MiLB Prospect News: GradingOntheCurve.com highlights a pair of prospects in the Arizona system, Jake Lamb and Aaron Blair, who are on the verge of the Majors.
• FanGraphs.com looks at the 2014 xBABIP numbers of note and what they could mean for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #126 Pablo Sandoval, #127 Matt Carpenter, #128 Dallas Keuchel and #129 Denard Span.
• NumberFire.com names five volume-dependent players to avoid on draft day 2015.
• USAToday.com wonders if you can trust Ryan Braun in 2015.
• Razzball.com identifies some catchers that will ultimately over-perform and under-perform in 2015.
• NumberFire.com analyzes the Yunel Escobar for Tyler Clppard trade.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Baltimore Orioles offense and pitching staff.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 catchers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: GradingOntheCurve.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.
• FakeTeams.com believes you should pass on Mark Teixeira in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top prospects in the Washington Nationals organization.
• FakeTeams.com provides thoughts on the Evan Gattis trade, the teams thought to be in on Cuban Yoan Moncada, and others.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 first basemen for the 2015 fantasy season.
• RotoBaller.com examines the fantasy ramifications of the Evan Gattis trade to Houston.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com updates their rankings of the top 15 first basemen for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com notes that the first base position is not nearly as strong as it once was in fantasy.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com ranks the top 20 first basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• FakeTeams.com believes Dexter Fowler is a sleeper worth targeting late in your fantasy drafts.
• Moxyball.com continues their fantasy team previews with the American League Champion Kansas City Royals.
• FanGraphs.com believes A.J. Pollock could be the 2015 version of Michael Brantley.
• FanGraphs.com Audio – The Sleeper and the Bust

Wednesday January 14, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 14, 2015

• FanGraphs.com offers their thoughts on the trade sending Evan Gattis to Houston.
• Andrew McCutchen keeps edging closer to Mike Trout atop fantasy drafts, and CBSSports.com previews the increasingly promising Pirates.
• BaseballAmerica.com takes a closer look at the players involved in today’s Houston-Atlanta trade.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Detroit Tigers organization.
• Building around Chris Sale and Jose Abreu, the White Sox went big this offseason. CBSSports.com says their new closer especially means improvement.
• NumberFire.com identifies five low-usage players who could be valuable in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Cincinnati Reds farm system.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the San Diego Padres.
• Rotoworld.com identifies some players to avoid in the National League West, including Wilin Rosario, Justin Upton, Jimmy Rollins, and more.
• MiLB Prospect News: USAToday.com names four Milwaukee Brewers prospects to watch in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 shortstops.
• FanGraphs.com examines the Steamer projections to search for some sleepers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 107 prospects for 2015 re-draft leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the St. Louis Cardinals farm system.
• FakeTeams.com believes James Paxton could be a great sleeper to target in 2015.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the New York Yankees offense and pitching.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com continues their rankings of the top dynasty/keeper league catchers with #21-50.
• Despite Oakland’s acquisition of Ben Zobrist and Yunel Escobar, FakeTeams.com believes Marcus Semien could be a sleeper to target in your 2015 fantasy drafts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Cleveland Indians farm system.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Kyle Gibson will emerge as a useful fantasy asset in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #130 Homer Bailey, #131 Elvis Andrus and #132 Shane Victorino.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Houston Astros organization.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 first base prospects in baseball.

Tuesday January 13, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 13, 2015

• MiLB Prospect News: MinorLeagueBall.com provides a brief rundown of all the trades involving Minor League players since mid-December.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com ranks the top 20 third basemen for the upcoming fantasy season.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if George Springer is a can’t miss option.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 third basemen.
• The Brewers played like contenders until September, but CBSSports.com says they lack the talent, arms, and prospects to be much better than .500 in 2015.
• Fantasy411.MLBlogs.com previews the catcher position, identifying two on the rise and two declining.
• The Marlins have uncharacteristically reloaded their roster, and CBSSports.com sorts through their suddenly robust selection of fantasy-relevant talents.
• FanGraphs.com checks in on all of the latest offseason injury news from around MLB.
• RotoBaller.com explains why Jedd Gyorko should be considered a sleeper heading into 2015.
• TheFantasyFix.com wonders what fantasy owners should expect from Josh Harrison in 2015.
• RotoExperts.com names some of the pitchers they have a crush on and a few others to flush in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com rank the top 30 third basemen for 2015 fantasy.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why fantasy owners should be looking to draft Adrian Gonzalez, not Freddie Freeman in 2015 fantasy drafts.
• Rotoworld.com uses defense-independent statistics to highlight starting pitchers who are likely to rebound in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheDynastyGuru.com kicks off their dynasty/keeper league rankings with the top 20 catchers.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player rankings countdown with #133 Drew Smyly, #134 Starling Marte, #135 Gregory Polanco, #136 Shin-Soo Choo and #137 Charlie Blackmon.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Seattle Mariners farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com continues their release of 2015 fantasy rankings with #11-20.
• FOXSports.com names five players they expect to bounce back after disappointing 2014 seasons.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the New York Mets.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 20 first basemen for 2015 fantasy leagues.
• FantasyBaseballCrackerjacks.com previews and projects statistics for the Toronto Blue Jays offense and pitching staff.
• BaseballAmerica.com Prospects Podcast

Monday January 12, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 12, 2015

• Rotoprofessor.com explains why they are passing on Lucas Duda to select Kennys Vargas.
• TheFantasyFix.com wonders if Kyle Gibson could bust out in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 25 catchers for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• FakeTeams.com believe C.J. Cron could be a sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com provides their expert consensus rankings for 2015 second basemen.
• FanGraphs.com identifies some potential busts based on Steamer projections.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 players for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Victor Martinez and hate Joe Mauer heading into 2015.
• FakeTeams.com offers some updates on a few players in the news over the last week, including Hanley Ramirez, Ben Zobrist, Ryan Howard and others.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #138 Matt Adams, #139 Brandon Belt, #140 Yordano Ventura, and #141 Alcides Escobar.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Chicago White Sox organization.
• FakeTeams.com wonders if fantasy baseball needs to add defense into the scoring system.
• MrCheatSheet.com looks for sleepers to target in your 2015 fantasy draft.
• CBSSports.com Podcast – Mock Draft Review

Sunday January 11, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 11, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 30 closers for 2015 fantasy.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders how Chris Owings will perform in 2015.
• MinorLeagueBall.com discusses yet another Oakland-San Diego deal, this time involving Derek Norris, Jesse Hahn, and others.
• MiLB Prospect News: Razzball.com discusses some of the prospects from the AL West that barely missed their top ten rankings by team.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 30 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why drafting a catcher early in your fantasy draft is a bad idea.

Saturday January 10, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 10, 2015

• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Washington Nationals organization.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Kyle Kubitza will have any fantasy value in 2015.
• FakeTeams.com believes Toronto starter Marcus Stroman will have a breakout season in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Houston Astros.
• FantasyAssembly.com makes a bold prediction, Travis d’Arnaud will finish 2015 as a top 5 fantasy catcher.
• FNTSY.com looks at first basemen BABIP to see who over-performed and under-performed in 2014.
• RotoWire.com – Short Hops Podcast #69

Friday January 9, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 9, 2015

• When is a first round performer not a first round selection in a draft? FantasyAlarm.com explains in this instructive piece.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top first basemen for fantasy 2015.
• TheFantasyFix.com tries to determine whether Lucas Duda‘s breakout season was for real.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #142 Eric Hosmer, #143 Lorenzo Cain, #144 Pedro Alvarez and #145 Chris Tillman.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Milwaukee Brewers farm system.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FanGraphs.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Miami Marlins organization.
• Rotoworld.com discusses the week that was, including Jayson Werth‘s shoulder surgery, the Cardinals’ starter pursuit and more in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Oakland A’s farm system.
• Razzball.com explains why Avisail Garcia looks like a sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com updates their rankings of the top 20 catchers for the 2015 fantasy season.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Minnesota Twins organization.
• BaseballAmerica.com Podcast

Thursday January 8, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 8, 2015

• FantasyAlarm.com discusses the most recent news from around the league including potential surgery for Jayson Werth, the impending return of Jurickson Profar, and more.
• USAToday.com believes fantasy owners should take a chance on new Atlanta starter Shelby Miller.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.
• FanGraphs.com wonders whether fantasy owners should value position scarcity or the best available value when drafting their team.
• MiLB Prospect News: USAToday.com highlights four prospects in the Cincinnati Reds farm system that need to be on your radar.
• George Springer or Matt Kemp? FanGraphs.com wonders which outfielder is the better bet for 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Seattle Mariners farm system.
• Razzball.com explains why A.J. Pollock could be a fantasy sleeper heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #146 Alex Rios, #147 Jason Heyward, #148 J.D. Martinez and #149 Matt Shoemaker.
• TheDynastyGuru.com identifies the best pitchers over 35 that could be had at a discount in dynasty/keeper leagues.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Danny Santana will be able to build off his 2014 season.
• FakeTeams.com believes Adam LaRoche looks like a fantasy sleeper in 2015.
• TheFantasyFix.com wonders if 2015 is the season catchers Travis d’Arnaud and Wilson Ramos have breakout seasons.
• FantasyAlarm.com Podcast – Top 10 Fantasy Blunders of 2014
• BaseballProspectus.com – 11:00 AM CST

Wednesday January 7, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 7, 2015

• FOXSports.com looks at the players on new teams in the National League heading into 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com updates their rankings of the top 30 second basemen for 2015.
• As FanGraphs.com notes, Hisashi Iwakuma continues to fly under the radar.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: RotoBaller.com ranks the top 30+ third basemen for dynasty/keeper leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Cincinnati Reds organization.
• TheFantasyFix.com wonders how fantasy owners should value Devin Mesoraco heading into 2015.
• RotoBaller.com wonders if Chris Davis is destined to be a fantasy bust or sleeper in 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #150 Chris Carter, #151 Gio Gonzalez and #152 Adam LaRoche.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the Cleveland Indians farm system.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Sergio Romo or Santiago Casilla is in line to close games in San Francisco.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FantasyAssembly.com ranks the top 25 catcher prospects in baseball.
• FantasyAlarm.com Podcast – Top 10 Fantasy Blunders – 8:30 PM CST
• CBSSports.com Podcast – Players difficult to project

Tuesday January 6, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 6, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #153 Mike Napoli, #154 Marcell Ozuna, #155 Yan Gomes and #156 Salvador Perez.
• Assuming Mike Trout goes #1 overall in your fantasy draft, USAToday.com wonders who should go #2.
• RotoBaller.com names Josh Donaldson as a fantasy sleeper for 2015.
• A lot of things can still change from now until Opening Day, yet DynastySportsEmpire.com takes a look at the projected lineup and rotation for the 2015 Seattle Mariners.
• Moxyball.com continues their fantasy team previews for 2015 with the Cleveland Indians.
• Razzball.com explains why Drew Hutchison could be a fantasy sleeper in 2015.  Where have I heard that before?
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Prospect361.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Los Angeles Angels farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why you should look to draft Yasmani Grandal or Travis d’Arnaud over Yan Gomes and Matt Wieters when selecting a catcher.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: USAToday.com ranks the top 20 catchers for fantasy 2015.
• FakeTeams.com explains why Eric Hosmer should still be on your fantasy wish list despite a lack of power in 2014.

Monday January 5, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 5, 2015

• FakeTeams.com explains how new statistics are emerging into the mainstream that will change the way we evaluate players.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FNTSY.com updates their rankings of the top 40 first basemen for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: GradingOntheCurve.com wonders if Jorge Alfaro could be the best catching option in the Texas Rangers organization.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballAmerica.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the Chicago Cubs farm system.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #157 Yadier Molina.
• NumberFire.com identifies a number of hitters whose BABIP could help them improve in 2015.
• Would you rather own Ryan Braun or Michael Brantley in 2015? FanGraphs.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com ranks the top first basemen for the 2015 fantasy season.
• Moxyball.com kicks off their fantasy team previews with the Minnesota Twins.
• 2015 MLB Player Projections: FanGraphs.com continues their release of their 2015 ZiPS projections with the Detroit Tigers.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: CBSSports.com ranks the top 30 pitching prospects for fantasy, giving extra consideration for potential impact in 2015.
• Coming off a terrible 2014 season, Razzball.com believes Jean Segura could be a sleeper to target in 2015.
• What should fantasy owners expect from Wilin Rosario in 2015? FakeTeams.com offers their thoughts.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rotoprofessor.com ranks the top 30 starting pitchers for the 2015 fantasy season.
• FantasyAssembly.com explains why they love Russell Martin and hate Wilin Rosario heading into 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: BaseballProspectus.com ranks the top 10 prospects in the San Francisco Giants farm system.

Sunday January 4, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 4, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 30 shortstops for 2015.
• MiLB Prospect News: TheDynastyGuru.com goes digging for diamonds, searching for hitting prospects to target in deeper leagues.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: Razzball.com ranks the top 20 players for your dynasty league first-year player draft which includes both players from the 2014 Amateur Draft and International signings from the winter.
• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if DiDi Gregorius will be a breakout or bust in New York.
• RotoWire.com Podcast – Short Hops #68

Saturday January 3, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 3, 2015

• Rotoprofessor.com wonders if Chicago White Sox prospect Micah Johnson is ready to contribute in 2015.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: FakeTeams.com ranks the top 10 fantasy prospects in the New York Mets farm system.
• FantasyAssembly.com offers some advice to consider when drafting your fantasy rotation in 2015.
• FNTSY.com looks back at the 2014 BABIP numbers for catchers to see who over and under-performed in 2014.
• MiLB Prospect News: GradingOntheCurve.com profiles New York Mets prospect Xorge Carrillo.
• FakeTeams.com identifies the best rookies to target in your dynasty/keeper leagues.

Friday January 2, 2015 – Baseball Links

by Goose | Jan 2, 2015

• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FNTSY.com ranks the top 40 starting pitchers for 2015 fantasy.
• RotoBaller.com believes Jake Odorizzi looks like a fantasy sleeper.
• 2015 MLB Prospect Rankings: MinorLeagueBall.com ranks the top 20 prospects in the Milwaukee Brewers organization.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: FakeTeams.com updates their rankings of the top 30 third basemen for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: ESPN.com updates their top 250 overall and positional rankings for 2015.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: BaseballProf.com continues their top 200 player ranking countdown with #158 Arismendy Alcantara and #159 Zach Wheeler.
• TheFantasyFix.com wonders what is in store for 2014 breakout starter Jake Arrieta.
• 2015 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: TheFantasyFix.com kicks off their fantasy baseball rankings with the top catchers for 2015.
• FNTSY.com warns fantasy owners that Devin Mesoraco looks like a 2015 fantasy bust.
• Rotoworld.com discusses the Reds’ trade for Marlon Byrd, Manny Banuelos being dealt to the Braves and more action in Friday’s Daily Dose.
• Razzball.com explains why they believe Mike Fiers is a sleeper to target heading into 2015.
• FantasyAssembly.com believes this is the year David Ortiz finally begins to show his age.
• FakeTeams.com believes Detroit third baseman Nick Castellanos is worth a mid-to-late round pick in 2015.
• Rotoprofessor.com believes Jason Hammel should be avoided by fantasy owners despite a return to the National League.