As we make our way through the month of May, catching situations are becoming clearer and some players' numbers are starting to normalize with a larger sample size. [...]

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Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos will start and hit seventh [...]

This week, we're going back to the basics to look at batting average. Of course, with Statcast we are able to dig deeper than that and look at how hitters are either underperforming or overperforming by comparing their averages to expected stats, or xBA in this case.Expected stats for an all-encompassing stat like average will analyze how a hitter should be performing based on a variety of factors such as exit velocity, launch angle, plate discipline and more. Keep in mind that xstats are not me[...]

Welcome to the hitting streamers column for the week of 5/6 - 5/12. [...]

In our weekly feature in collaboration with Inside Injuries, we take a comprehensive look into major injuries and their Fantasy implications.The medical team at Inside Injuries breaks down each players outlook from physical perspectives. RotoBaller then provides in-depth fantasy recommendations based on the impact of every injury breakdown. Its an unrivaled combination of medical and fantasy expertise, designed to help you gain a true advantage in your roster management.Inside Injuries predicts [...]

Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos smacked a three-run home run to pace the Astros to a 4-1 win on Sunday against the Indians. The veteran back-stop is off to a great start this season and is slashing .326/.411/.630 over his last 46 at-bats. Chirinos is a career .235 hitter but is taking advantage of his opportunities with an expanded role on the Astros. He may not be ready to be rostered in most fantasy formats but is a serviceable short-term play during this hot streak.

The catching position in fantasy baseball has become a dried-up talent pool in recent seasons. The 2019 season has pumped a few gallons of skill and fantasy competence back into the tank as we are entering some better weather here towards the end of April. [...]

Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos went 2-for-4 with a double, a run scored and one RBI in the Astros loss Sunday to the Rangers. The veteran catcher is off to a positive start this season and will continue to get the lions share of the work behind the plate for the Astros. Through 48 at-bats this season, Chirinos already has six doubles and is slugging .521. The 34-year-old is not a strong fantasy play but DFS owners could take advantage of his early-season success against left-handed pi[...]

The catching position in fantasy baseball has become a dried-up talent pool in recent seasons. The 2019 season has pumped a few gallons of skill and fantasy competence back into the tank as we are entering some better weather here in mid-April. [...]