Fantasy Baseball: Top 10 Players to Add Down the Stretch

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It is the middle of August, which means fantasy leagues across the world are coming down to the final few weeks before the playoffs start. That means that if you are still on the outside looking in, or want a better seed, you may need to shake things up a bit with a bold move.

This post highlights ten players owned in less than 50% of ESPN leagues who could pay big dividends down the stretch. All are worth a look, and possibly an add, depending on what your team needs to gain another leg up on the competition.

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MSF’s own Michael Rathburn to appear on XM 210 Sunday 815AM EST to discuss Baseball Prospects

MSF’s own Michael Rathburn appeared on Grant Paulsen’s show “Minors and Majors”

XM MLB 210 Sunday 815AM EST to discuss Baseball Prospects in the lower level minor leagues.

Prospects discussed were Jonathan Singleton, John Lamb, Julio Teheran, Jarrod Cosart, Robbie Erlin, and Jesus Montero.

All are prospects that have been covered since the beginning of the baseball season and are now in the top 100 overall prospects – Just remember you read about them here FIRST!

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Fantasy Baseball – Dynasty / Keeper League Mid Season Top 30 Prospect Rankings

It’s not just the MLB stars who are nearing the dog days of their season; the prospects currently toiling in the minor leagues are also rounding into midseason form as well.

Here are the top 30 prospects overall from a fantasy baseball perspective to owners in keeper / dynasty leagues.

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Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (AA)

Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (AA)

A lot of top young arms are struggling in AA this year – Kelly, Perez, Crow.  But Montgomery and Lyles are moving towards becoming top 25 prospects in 2011.

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Debut of the “Sweet Spot” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Hitting Prospects (AA)

The recent promotion of Mike Stanton pushes Mike Moustakas to the top.

He should remain in the minors along with Brown and Ackley the rest of the year and they all should be top 10 guys in 2011. [Read more...]

Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (Hi A)

Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (Hi A)

Rankings are based on age, ceiling, and fantasy impact.

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Debut of the “Sweet Spot” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Hitting Prospects (Hi-A)

Debut of the “Sweet Spot” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Hitting Prospects (Hi-A)

Rankings are based on age, ceiling, and fantasy impact.

1. Eric Hosmer

2. Tony Sanchez

3. Brett Jackson

4. Grant Green
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Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (Low A)

Debut of the “High Heat” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Pitching Prospects (Single A).

Even though Tyler Matzek only has 3 starts under his belt, he still sits a top the “High Heat” for this week due to the pedigree of being the top rated HS arm from the 2009 Draft.

Rankings are based on age, ceiling, and fantasy impact.

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Debut of the “Sweet Spot” Rankings – Top Fantasy Baseball Hitting Prospects (Low A)

Keeping in theme with another baseball publication – we pull off the “Sweet Spot” this week now loaded with fantasy baseball rankings for pitchers and hitters in all leagues for your dynasty / keeper needs.

Topping the rankings this week is Mike Trout and Jonathan Singleton.   Rankings are based on age, ceiling, and fantasy impact.

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Minor League Player Tracker – Level A (Low A) Pitchers for AL/NL/Dynasty Leagues

The Braves have a pair of pitchers still dominating in the SAL – Arodys Vizcaino and Robinson Lopez (now starting with promotion of Julio Teheran).

Jarred Cosart is making Phillies fan forget they dealt Kyle Drabek, and Garrett Richards is giving the Angels even more ROI on their 2009 draft.
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Minor League Player Tracker – Level AA (Hitters) for Fantasy Baseball AL / NL / Keeper / Dynasty Leagues

Mike Stanton continues to hit homers, but Royals Mike Moustakas really caught fire after being injured to start the season.

There is talk of a possible promotion to AAA for both players very soon.
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Guest Appearance by Michael Rathburn on RotoCommunity Radio

Talking fantasy baseball rookies and minor league prospects – our resident expert Michael Rathburn joined Roto Community’s Dave Gawron for an hour of expert analysis recently.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rotocommunity/2010/05/15/fantasy-sports-talk

Minor League Player Tracker – Level A+ (Hitters) for AL/NL/Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Leagues

Arizona Diamondbacks #1 Pick Marc Krauss is pushing for a promotion to AA and was one of the top bats in the draft last year.

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Minor League Player Tracker – Level A (Hitters) for AL/NL/Dynasty Fantasy Baseball Leagues

Wilmer Flores and Mike Trout continue to be the class of Low A on the hitting side and could be receiving mid season promotions.

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Minor League Player Tracker – Level A(Low A) Pitchers for AL/NL/Dynasty Leagues

A great group of arms in the Low A minors right now, with many top 2009 draft picks making a name.

Shelby Miller and Jacob Turner are players who could provide a return in just two years.
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