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2023 World Baseball Classic: USA Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off on March 7 for the first time since 2017. The United States will look to defend its title with the addition of one of the best sluggers in the world, Mike Trout. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed rosters to […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Puerto Rico Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Puerto Rico has finished in second place in each of the last two WBCs, after finishing sixth in both 2006 and 2009. This is the year they look to be the bride instead of the bridesmaid. The 2023 […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Dominican Republic Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. The Dominican Republic looks to improve on its disappointing fifth-place finish back in 2017, after winning it all in 2013. The Dominican Republic has its sights set on going all the way as they’re listed as WBC favorites […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Cuba Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Cuba looks to improve on its seventh-place finish back in 2017, and they have a good shot at advancing to the second round with one of the more favorable pool groupings. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Japan Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Japan is trying to win their third WBC championship, as they won it all in 2006 and 2009. Japan has never finished worse than third place and it’s safe to expect them to finish at the top or […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Venezuela Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Venezuela finished eighth back in 2017, and actually won the bronze medal way back in 2009. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed rosters to date. It will be tough […]
MLB Dream
MLB
DFS
2023 World Baseball Classic: Mexico Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Mexico looks to improve on its 13th-place finish back in 2017, and they certainly have the arms on their club to do just that. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed […]
MLB Dream
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: Dominican Republic Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. The Dominican Republic looks to improve on its disappointing fifth-place finish back in 2017, after winning it all in 2013. The Dominican Republic has its sights set on going all the way as they’re listed as WBC favorites […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: Cuba Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Cuba looks to improve on its seventh-place finish back in 2017, and they have a good shot at advancing to the second round with one of the more favorable pool groupings. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Fantasy
The Idiot’s Guide to In-Season Fantasy Baseball Management: Part 1
My dad taught me to play chess when I was 3 years old. By the time I was in middle school, I was a top-10 ranked player in the state of New Jersey. I know what you’re thinking. NERD! Fortunately, my target audience here is a large group of fantasy baseball players. So jokes […]
Adam Young
MLB
Fantasy
2023 NFBC Positional Tiers – Relief Pitchers
This is the eighth and final piece in my special preseason series breaking down each position by tiers for the NFBC. This series is a deeper view into the underpinnings of VDP (Vlad’s Draft Positions). Each week’s deep dive allows me to adjust and fine-tune VDP to an optimal setting as we head into the […]
Vlad Sedler
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: Japan Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Japan is trying to win their third WBC championship, as they won it all in 2006 and 2009. Japan has never finished worse than third place and it’s safe to expect them to finish at the top or […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: Venezuela Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Venezuela finished eighth back in 2017, and actually won the bronze medal way back in 2009. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed rosters to date. It will be tough […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Fantasy
Groovin’ with Govier: Fantasy Baseball Roundup (3/1)
Welcome to the opening Spring Training edition of Groovin’ With Govier! If you’re new here (regulars: skip), I dissect various players and strategies related to the current fantasy baseball landscape. Don’t forget our 2023 Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide is available right now. Save a couple bones with my promo code MJGOVIER when you sign up so […]
Michael Govier
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: Mexico Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off March 7, the first edition of this tournament since 2017. Mexico looks to improve on its 13th-place finish back in 2017, and they certainly have the arms on their club to do just that. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Fantasy
Crossed Up: 5 Spring Training Storylines to Watch
We finally made it. Another offseason is in the books, and Spring Training action is finally back in full swing. As more and more spring training games are played, lineups, rotations, bullpens and additional storylines begin to take form. All of which impact the moves we make in the draft room. Below, I’ll be focusing […]
Eric Cross
MLB
Bets
2023 World Baseball Classic: USA Team Preview
The 2023 World Baseball Classic kicks off on March 7 for the first time since 2017. The United States will look to defend its title with the addition of one of the best sluggers in the world, Mike Trout. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed rosters to […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Fantasy
2023 NFBC Positional Tiers – Starting Pitchers
This is the sixth part of my special preseason series breaking down each position by tiers for the NFBC. This series is a deeper view into the underpinnings of VDP (Vlad’s Draft Positions). Each week’s deep dive allows me to adjust and fine-tune VDP to an optimal setting as we head into the two big […]
Vlad Sedler
MLB
Fantasy
Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? Starting Pitchers Outside the Top-300
Every fantasy baseball season, there are baseball players who end up returning a higher fantasy baseball profit than a player selected much earlier in fantasy baseball drafts. This segment is revisiting the first article I wrote this winter back in mid-December for the FTN Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide. The article was centered around identifying late-round […]
Matthew Davis
MLB
Fantasy
How to Use Pitch Mix Data to Project Pitching and Hitting Performance
Let’s set the stage. It was Game 3 of the 2022 World Series, with two outs and one on in the bottom of the scoreless first. Bryce Harper stepped to the plate in front of the electric Philly crowd. With Lance McCullers Jr. on the mound and his refusal to throw fastballs to lefties, John […]
Alex Blickle
MLB
Fantasy
Crossed Up: Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Sells (Pitchers)
After discussing several hitters to consider selling in dynasty leagues last week, we’ll be heading to the mound today to discuss which pitchers I’d be entertaining offers for in dynasty leagues if I rostered them. When it comes to selling high, perceived value is the name of the game. You need to ask yourself […]
Eric Cross
MLB
Bets
World Baseball Classic Betting Preview
For the first time since 2017, the World Baseball Classic is back. The United States will look to defend its title with the addition of one of the best sluggers in the world, Mike Trout. The 2023 WBC is must-watch TV for all baseball lovers with the most talent-packed rosters to date. It will […]
FTN Staff
MLB
Fantasy
2023 Fantasy Baseball Preview: The Prospect Vault (Prospects 61-80)
This piece is the fourth part of a series you should expect to see throughout the preseason. By the end of February, we will have compiled a list of the top-100 players in my 2023 Prospect Vault. A quick note on “Future Value,” which you will see referenced here and on the accompanying spreadsheet. […]
Jake Kucheck
MLB
Fantasy
Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? Relievers Outside the Top-300
Every fantasy baseball season, there are baseball players who end up returning a higher fantasy baseball profit than a player selected much earlier in fantasy baseball drafts. This segment will attempt to dig into relievers that grade out with a similar profile, range of outcomes and/or projection. This week we’re looking at relief pitchers that […]
Matthew Davis
MLB
Fantasy
2023 NFBC Positional Tiers – Outfielders
MARCH 7th UPDATE First tier remains unchanged though I’m still chasing my first Aaron Judge share and would strongly consider him over Julio Rodríguez in 5×5 roto (Judge already an easy pick over JRod in Points) Still not a fan of those Tier 2 bats (45-60) outside of Luis Robert though I’ve moved Kyle […]
Vlad Sedler
MLB
Fantasy
Crossed Up: Fantasy Baseball Dynasty Sells (Hitters)
After diving into a plethora of players to target in dynasty leagues over the last two weeks (hitters and pitchers), I’m shifting gears and discussing several players to consider selling in dynasty leagues right now as the 2023 season approaches. These “players to sell” articles are always more difficult to write than the buy […]
Eric Cross
MLB
Fantasy
Fantasy Baseball Roster Management
It’s almost here. Fantasy baseball draft month for almost everyone is March, and for me, that means it’s NFBC Main Event time. The first drafts will take place March 14, and the last is scheduled for March 30. Drafts can be entered in for a live event in New York City March 17-19, in Las […]
Todd Whitestone
MLB
Fantasy
Extreme Fantasy Baseball Draft Strategies: Hitter-Heavy Approach
A few months back, I was just trying to kill time before a Thursday Night Football game. I flipped on an episode of The Simpsons hoping to put my mind on autopilot while I finished up dinner and checked my fantasy lineups. I wasn’t expected to be blown away with a 23-minute masterpiece. Since baseball […]
Adam Young
MLB
Fantasy
2023 NFBC Positional Tiers – Catchers/Utility-Only Players
MARCH 7th UPDATE I’ve moved Adley Rutschman down below Will Smith and have generally not been drafting him unless he falls a round past ADP and I’m in the market for a catcher. Feels like he’ll be a better real-life player than fantasy one this season. I’ll happily draft Willson Contreras at or before his […]
Vlad Sedler
MLB
Fantasy
Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? Catchers in Rounds 7-8
Every fantasy baseball season, there are baseball players who end up returning a higher fantasy baseball profit than a player selected much earlier in fantasy baseball drafts. This segment will attempt to dig into catchers who grade out with a similar profile, range of outcomes and/or projection when it comes to the third tier of […]
Matthew Davis
MLB
Fantasy
Groovin’ with Govier: Fantasy Baseball Roundup (2/8)
Welcome to the latest offseason edition of Groovin’ With Govier! If you’re new here (regulars: SKIP), I dissect various avenues and angles of the fantasy baseball landscape. Don’t forget our 2023 Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide is available right now/ Save a couple bones with my promo code MJGOVIER when you sign up so you can get […]
Michael Govier
MLB
Fantasy
Crossed Up: Fantasy Baseball Dynasty All-Buy Team (Pitchers)
Another article means we’re another week closer to spring training around the fantasy baseball world. With pitchers and catchers due to report in about a week from when this article goes live, I figured what better time than now to discuss several pitchers to buy right now in dynasty leagues. Some of these arms fall […]
Eric Cross