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It can often be difficult to place into context how well (or how poorly) certain players have performed recently. A glance at ESPN’s Player Rater, which attempts to quantify a player’s overall fantasy value by analyzing their performance in each facet of the game, can focus targets for fantasy owners looking for help on the waiver wire. Of course, when dealing with small sample sizes, a player’s results can be fluky, but placement at or near the top of these lists could be indicative of a substantive change to a player’s…

The dust has finally settled, and the 2017 NBA Draft has come and gone. This year’s draft was one of the most loaded in recent memory and could be fruitful for a good chunk of the league. With six potential stars in the draft, 20 percent of the league may have just added a vital piece to winning a championship. Note: The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Washington Wizards did not have a selection in the 2017 NBA Draft. Atlanta Hawks: B- John Collins, Tyler Dorsey, Alpha Kaba The Hawks' selection of John Collins makes…

With All-Star festivities in the minors now in the books, it’s the perfect time to catch up on some of the lesser known prospects making names for themselves. These are all players who jumped on my radar with their performances during the first half of this season. You may not know them now, but you will in the near future, and that is why you should keep an eye on them in dynasty leagues. Corbin Burnes RHP (MIL) Age: 22 Level: AA Current stats: 7-0 in 14 GS (10 in A+, 4 in AA), 0.97 ERA, 82K/21BB, .167 avg.…

When I started this column, I never anticipated choosing four middle infielders to start the series, but it's been a wild baseball season. Scooter Gennett did everything the Brewers asked him to this spring, playing in the outfield and trying to become the utility player, he did not anticipate being waived. But, as in life, everything happens for a reason. Through 456 games with Milwaukee, Gennett hit .279 with 35 home runs and 160 RBI. Gennett lost his job at second base to Jonathan Villar, who stole 62 bases with a .285…

Last week in Dynasty Dugout, we profiled some of the top dynasty fantasy baseball options from the recently completed MLB amateur draft. Those players are just starting their professional careers so we won’t know how good they can really be for a few years. However, the players profiled below were all top prospects at one point and have each had their fair share of struggles at the major league level. The question is, can they correct their flaws and turn into productive fantasy players? Maikel Franco (3B - PHI) After a…

With the awards, the Vegas expansion draft, and the entry draft all happening last week, there is only one more big event to look forward to in the NHL offseason. Unrestricted free agents can sign wherever they want on Saturday, July 1. This year isn’t as exciting as usual because every free agent has a question mark, but there are some fantasy-relevant players available. This top 10's criteria is age, position, and last season’s point production. I’ll also discuss which teams could be interested and what question marks they…

The fantasy dynamite that was Taywan Taylor, Carlos Henderson, and Corey Davis have graduated and left the top receiver spot up for grabs. With eight weeks left until the college football season kicks off, it's important to know which receiver will put your team over the top. 10. Christian Kirk, Texas A&M Kirk led all Texas A&M receivers in receptions last season, and was second in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns for the Aggies. With Josh Reynolds out of the picture, Kirk is the guy in College Station and…

Welcome to this weeks' edition of the Monday Morning Sleeper. Last week I profiled a wide receiver who will be playing for the Los Angeles Rams this upcoming season, named Robert Woods. His opportunity as the primary weapon for Jared Goff could pay high dividends to savvy fantasy owners who draft him higher than his average draft position. A Fantasy Football Sleeper is a player that is in a position to play beyond their rankings or expectations, and who may provide you with some value at their draft position. This week…

With another full week of baseball ahead, it's always smart to check the waiver wire or scout for the occasional 'diamond in the rough' fantasy star found at a very cheap cost. Winning the waiver wire could be the difference between grabbing a few extra points to land in the money or falling just short. Here's a few hitters that might be available on your league waiver wire or could be found at a relatively low cost against favorable pitching matchups. (Note: Stats and numbers are as of June 23rd) Monday, June 26: Adam…

As I am very well aware, I missed the Jacob Faria waiver wire bandwagon. When I looked at the players that were owned in less than 50% of leagues last week, I did not choose him because I wanted to wait one more week to see if he was for real. While I was waiting, his ownership on ESPN sites shot up to 61% and 85% in cbssports.com leagues. This is our lesson for the week. No matter what any us might say or write, if your gut tells you to pick someone up, do it. Not every pick up will rocket up the wire like Faria, but if you…