MLB Rookies
2026 MLB Rookie Report
Ray Flowers looks at a bunch of minor league players who might make a fantasy baseball impact in 2026. Who are some of future MLB stars who we might see next at the big-league level? Kade Anderson, SP, Mariners: Byrce Miller is back into the rotation and the team seems like they are ready to Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
The Top-50 MLB Rookies for 2026
Rookies can break your heart in the fantasy game, but if you are lucky enough to find the “right” one, they can propel your team to high levels of success in the game of fantasy baseball. For those of you looking to get a handle on the youngsters this season, here is our best guess Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026: First-Year Player Draft Dynasty Rankings
Greetings, Mafia! For dynasty managers, this is the most exciting time of the year. The First-Year Player Draft (FYPD) is where championships are quietly built years in advance. I recently completed my annual FYPD in my dynasty league, and what follows are my official top-25 dynasty rankings heading into the 2026 season. These rankings are Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 MLB Rookie Scouting Report: Hitters
Rookie performance is nearly impossible to predict, a fact we discussed the historical study of rookie that you can find in this guide. The can’t miss kids can miss – and often do – while someone we are barely talking about in the preseason could end up the bell of the ball and win the Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026 MLB Rookie Scouting Report: Pitchers
Rookie performance is nearly impossible to predict, a fact we discussed the historical study of rookie that you can find in this guide. The can’t miss kids can miss – and often do – while someone we are barely talking about in the preseason could end up the bell of the ball and win the Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2026: The History of MLB Rookie Production
I have spent about two and a half decades warning people about the perils of drafting and depending upon first year players in fantasy baseball. This study, going on 12 years, unequivocally produces data to suggest that we are terrible at the rookie prospecting games. Sure there are hits, we will get to that, but Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
A Look Back at 2025 Rookies
Before we move forward, we always should look back. Predicting rookie success is always a dicey proposition, and that roller coaster ride is part of the every year experience in fantasy baseball. In this piece we will do just that focusing on the youngsters that were in our preseason top-50 for rookie eligible players in Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2025: Mid-Season MLB Rookie Update
Though we are more than halfway through the MLB season in 2025, the traditional halfway point is the All-Star break which is a week away (July 15th). Since we are sitting right in the middle of the two signposts, it seemed like a good time to review the rookie production of the first half. We Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
June 2025: MLB Rookie Review
As we approach the midway point of the 2025 fantasy baseball season, we thought it would be worthwhile to take a look at those first year players have performed to date, so here is a quick review of rookies including some player who are still waiting for a big-league promotion. PLAYERTEAMPOSCOMMENTSLuisangel AcunaNYMSS11 SB, but bat Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
The Top-50 Rookies for 2025
Rookies can break your heart in the fantasy game, but if you are lucky enough to find the “right” one, LUCKY enough, they can propel your team to high levels of success in the game of fantasy baseball. For those of you looking to get a handle on the youngsters this season, here is our Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Rookie Profile: Roman Anthony
Jeff Mans profiles some of the future stars of Major League Baseball in a series of articles he also discussed on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio on Elite Sports (M-F, 3 PM EST). Roman Anthony — OF – Boston Red Sox Height: 6’2″ Weight: 205 lbs. — Hits: Left Throws: Right Minor League Career Stats – Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Rookie Profile: Noah Schultz
Jeff Mans profiles some of the future stars of Major League Baseball in a series of articles he also discussed on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio on Elite Sports (M-F, 3 PM EST). Noah Schultz– LHP – Chicago Whitesox Height: 6’9″ Weight: 220 lbs. — Hits: Left Throws: Left Career Minor League Stats – 1-6, 2.03 Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Rookie Profile: Jackson Jobe
Jeff Mans profiles some of the future stars of Major League Baseball in a series of articles he also discussed on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio on Elite Sports (M-F, 3 PM EST). Jackson Jobe — RHP – Detroit Tigers Height: 6’2″ Weight: 190 lbs. — Hits: Right Throws: Right Career Minor League Stats – 11-12, Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Rookie Profile: Roki Sasaki
Jeff Mans profiles some of the future stars of Major League Baseball in a series of articles he also discussed on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio on Elite Sports (M-F, 3 PM EST). Roki Sasaki — RHP – Los Angeles Dodgers Height: 6’2″ Weight: 190 lbs. — Hits: Right Throws: Right Career JPPL Stats – 30-15, Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Rookie Profile: Dylan Crews
Jeff Mans profiles some of the future stars of Major League Baseball in a series of articles he also discussed on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio on Elite Sports (M-F, 3 PM EST). Dylan Crews, OF, Nationals Height: 5’11” Weight: 205 lbs. — Hits: Right Throws: Right 2024/Career Stats – 218/288/353, 3 HR, 8 RBI, 12 Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2025 MLB Rookie Scouting Report: Hitters
Rookie performance is nearly impossible to predict, a fact we hit up on the historical study of rookie that you can find in this guide. this offseason. The can’t miss kid could – miss – while someone we are barely talking about in the preseason could end up the bell of the ball and win Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2025 MLB Rookie Scouting Report: Pitchers
Rookie performance is nearly impossible to predict, a fact we hit up on the historical study of rookie that you can find in this guide. this offseason. The can’t miss kid could – miss – while someone we are barely talking about in the preseason could end up the bell of the ball and win Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
2025: The History of MLB Rookie Production
I have spent about two and a half decades warning people about the perils of drafting and depending upon first year players in fantasy baseball. This study, going on 12 years, unequivocally produces data to suggest that we are terrible at the rookie prospecting games. Sure there are hits, we will get to that, but Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Review: The Top-50 Rookies for 2024
Before we move forward, we always should look back. Predicting rookie success is always a dicey proposition, and that roller coaster ride is part of the every year experience in fantasy baseball. In this piece we will do just that focusing on the youngsters that were in our preseason top-50 for rookie eligible players in Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Ray’s Ramblings: 2024 August MLB Rookie Review
Every month we are taking a broad scan of the 2024 MLB Rookie class with some quick hitting notes on how the player has performed on the field. Here is our second to final entry for the season. THE DAILY SHOW Don’t forget about FREE show, Fantasy Sports Daily, M-F, 11am EST. On the show this Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Ray’s Ramblings: 2024 July MLB Rookie Review
Every month we are taking a broad scan of the 2024 MLB Rookie class with some quick hitting notes on how the player has performed on the field. Here is our June entry. THE DAILY SHOW Don’t forget about FREE show, Fantasy Sports Daily, M-F, 11am EST. On the show this morning, here is a list Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Ray’s Ramblings: 2024 June MLB Rookie Review
It’s that time of the month as we take a look at the rookie field to see who is going well and who is scuffling is we approach the halfway mark of the MLB season. THE DAILY SHOW Don’t forget about FREE show, Fantasy Sports Daily, M-F, 11am EST. On the show this morning, here is Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Ray’s Ramblings: 2024 May MLB Rookie Review
It’s that time of the month as we take a look at the rookie field to see who is going well and who is scuffling is we approach the 1/3 mark of the MLB season. THE DAILY SHOW Don’t forget about FREE show, Fantasy Sports Daily, M-F, 11am EST. On the show this morning, here is Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.
Ray’s Ramblings: 2024 April MLB Rookie Review
We’re a couple of weeks into the 2024 MLB season, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have plenty to talk about when it comes to rookies in fantasy baseball. We will review how some of the upper end rookies have performed, before hitting on recent callups like Jonatan Clase, Jack Leiter and Andy Pages. RECENT Read More! You need a subscription to access this content. Choose from the following: VIP Memberships – Seasonal Annual Season-long content, draft guide, rankings, podcasts, and Discord access. $109.99 VIP Memberships – VIP Monthly Includes all plans: Seasonal, Daily, and Betting, plus exclusive tools and Discord. $99.99 NFL Memberships – NFL (All-In) $499.99 Already a member? Sign in.