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Eric Samulski

@samulskinyc.bsky.social
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Content Creator at NBC Sports/Rotoworld. Three-time FSWA award winner, and seven-time nominee. The “Fantasy DST Guy” and was Air Dog in NBA Jam. Native NYer

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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Last week, I talked to Dustin May about a pitch mix change that's helping fuel his breakout success. What better time to share that discussion than the day after the best start of his career? @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/dus...
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Dustin May's early pitch mix change has fueled his career year in St. Louis
Eric Samulski talked to Dustin May about his career and the recent changes that have led to his breakout 2026 season
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Starting pitcher streaming article of the week is LIVE. Plus, I broke down Logan Henderson's new slider, Parker Messick's cutter, and changes that are fueling success for Davis Martin and Landen Roupp @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball streaming starting pitchers and arsenal changes for Parker Messick, Davis Martin, more
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The latest MLB Notebook is live. I dig into Munetaka Murakami's record-setting start, how Parker Messick and Paul Skenes are linked, the league's closer chaos, and much more. Join me @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
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MLB Notebook: Munetaka Murakami is breaking records, Closer chaos across the league, more
Eric Samulski breaks down the recent news and top performers from across Major League Baseball.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The Knicks used a vintage Jalen Brunson performance and another point-center passing game from Karl-Anthony Towns to earn a commanding Game 5 win over the Hawks @rotoworld-hoops.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/kni...
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Knicks use vintage Jalen Brunson performance to blow out Hawks 126-97 and take 3-2 series lead
On Tuesday night, the Knicks and Hawks returned to Madison Square Garden for the first time since Atlanta’s stunning comeback win in Game 2 of the series.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Which hitters and starting pitchers should you resist dropping? I broke down a few who I believe are due for some positive production in the coming weeks @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy Baseball Do Not Drop List: Holding Ceddanne Rafaela, Jack Leiter, more
Eric Samulski covers 30+ hitters and pitchers who he would not drop in fantasy baseball despite slow starts
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
For everybody stashing Robbie Snelling, I hate to inform you that Braxton Garrett is on the 40-man roster and just gave up 1 ER in 8 hitless innings in AAA. He now has a 0.77 ERA in 23.1 IP w 23 Ks this year
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
It's too early to make sweeping changes to your fantasy baseball roster, but I looked at a few hitters you may be OK cutting and some replacements producing on waiver wires @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball hitter add/drops: Time to move on from Yainer Diaz, add Moises Ballesteros?
Eric Samulski breaks down some hitters fantasy managers can add and others that we should be worried about
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
This week's MLB Notebook is live. Why are walks the highest they've been since 1950? The Pirates and Twins are surging. Shane McClanahan got his first win since 2023 and much more @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/mlb...
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MLB Notebook: Walks are the highest they've been this century, Pirates are surging, and more
Eric Samulski breaks down the recent news and top performers from across Major League Baseball.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Have to wonder if the baseball is any different this year. MLB offenses are averaging 3.76 walks per game coming into today. That’s the most per game since 1950. It’s early but something to monitor
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
It may be too early to pay much attention to bat speed and Statcast data, but what about hitters who made clear changes to their stance and their swing path? I looked at a few of those hitters who may actually be in for a breakout season @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/col...
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Colt Keith, Cam Smith, and hitters who could break out due to swing or approach changes
An analysis of hitters who are off to hot starts this season.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Another week filled with fantasy baseball waiver adds. Some hitters showing increased bat speed. Some young pitchers with new pitch mixes, and more @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Owen Caissie, Gregory Soto lead early waiver adds
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Man, I really want to find a way to get to Pittsburgh tomorrow (A sentence I never thought I'd write).
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
I recorded some thoughts on Parker Messick‘s performance against the Dodgers and what it means for his fantasy value going forward @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/watch/mlb/gu...
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Messick's start vs. LAD puts him on fantasy radars
After Parker Messick spun six scoreless innings against the Dodgers' ferocious lineup, Eric Samulski says fantasy managers should be "buying into" the Guardians starting pitcher.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
NEW ARTICLE this season. Every Monday, I'll list my favorite streaming SP of the week, but also discuss some intriguing pitch mix changes UNDER my streamer list. Make sure you check it out @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball starting pitcher streamers and arsenal changes for Cade Cavalli, Dylan Cease
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
March Madness hack: pick the team that has FOUR players who played pro ball in Europe (Illinois). The moment won’t be too big for them
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Yes, there are already many waiver wire moves you can make in fantasy baseball. I highlighted a few of my favorite players who have slipped through the cracks to begin the season and some who surprisingly won Opening Day jobs @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Jake Burger, Jordan Romano highlight some early targets
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Our @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social staff projections are out. Where am I going to be wrong?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Which players going outside of the top 200 in fantasy baseball drafts am I most interested in? I went over almost 30 names here @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball draft values for 2026: Why Mick Abel, Jordan Lawlar, more are worth targeting
Eric Samulski discusses 29 players he loves drafting late in fantasy baseball drafts
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Which hitters entering their "peak" athletic seasons could be in for a bit of a breakout? I covered a few options before your weekend drafts @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball breakout candidates: Heliot Ramos leads hitters entering prime ages in 2026
Eric Samulski breaks down a group of intriguing hitters who are entering their peak years.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
My updated starting pitcher rankings are LIVE. 160 pitchers ranked and (mostly) blurbed. Check it out @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings for 2026: Hunter Greene injury shakes up the top
Eric Samulski ranks and discusses his top 160 starting pitchers for fantasy baseball 2026.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Which hitters are currently being undervalued in fantasy baseball drafts? I used Process+ to uncover 30 possible names @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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2026 fantasy baseball hitter targets: Are Caleb Durbin, Mickey Moniak, more being overlooked?
Eric Samulski discusses 21 hitters who could be fantasy baseball values in 2026
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
You know in Country Grammar when Nelly says, “Bill Gates, Donald Trump let me in uh”? Do you think he wishes he could have that lyric back?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Which starting pitchers appear primed to bounce back in fantasy baseball after subpar seasons in 2025? I covered over 15 names here @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Bounceback starting pitchers for 2026 fantasy baseball: Can you trust Sandy Alcantara again?
Eric Samulski discusses 15 starting pitchers who could be in for better seasons this year than what they showed in 2025.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
So on Tuesday alone we had: - Bam’s ridiculous 83 point game where they fouled up 30 to get him shots - Team USA thinking they clinched a bracket spot when they didn’t - Ravens backing out of a trade to immediately sign another DE Fun day for sports
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
People keep saying “I don’t like Trevor Story at his price” or “Can he stay healthy two years in a row?” But Story’s injuries are a fractured wrist from a HBP, Tommy John surgery, and a dislocated shoulder from a diving play. Those are not recurring injuries for a hitter
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Which hitters appear primed to bounce back in fantasy baseball after subpar seasons in 2025? I covered over 30 names here @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Bounceback hitters for fantasy baseball 2026: Can Oneil Cruz, Matt McLain, regain value?
Eric Samulski discusses 36 hitters who could be in for better seasons this year than what they showed in 2025.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
WILD sequence in this Australia-Korea game. Australia needs one run to advance by run differential. Pinch runner falls on a sac bunt & the pitcher doesn’t see. Next batter is Travis Bazzana, who rips an RBI single. Now Australia just needs to put up a zero in Top 9 to advance
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Do you NEED to come away from your fantasy baseball drafts with an elite OF? @jamesschiano.bsky.social and I break down our views on the top-tier guys here @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/watch/mlb/ev...
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Evaluating the top fantasy baseball outfielders
Eric Samulski and James Schiano take a look at the elite outfielders in fantasy baseball, examining draft strategies and if fantasy managers should do whatever they can to get a player in the group.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
I wrote about Team USA’s camaraderie and how they hope that (and perhaps the deepest lineup ever) will lead them to Gold in the World Baseball Classic @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/wor...
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World Baseball Classic 2026: Can Team USA ride camaraderie to a title?
Can Team USA win the World Baseball Classic? Who are the stars of the team?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
How should you approach drafting starting pitchers in fantasy baseball this season? I walk you through my entire strategy, with specific player examples, for 12-team leagues @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Starting pitcher draft strategy for 2026 fantasy baseball
Eric Samulski discusses his strategy for drafting starting pitchers in 12-team leagues
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
I talked with Sal Stewart and Chase Burns about what they learned in their MLB debuts last season and how they can use those lessons to propel their team to old heights in 2026 @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/can...
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Can young guns like Sal Stewart and Chase Burns help get the Reds to the next level?
What should we expect from Sal Stewart and Chase Burns in 2026? Is Burns adding new pitches?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Matt McLain without an absolute LASER home run here off Jameson Taillon. 412 feet at 109.2 mph off the bat. He has looked good this spring and looks much healthier than last season
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Could injuries open up spots in the Dodgers rotation for both Emmet Sheehan and River Ryan? I spoke to both about their goals for the season and how they've worked to get back to the pitchers they were before injuries @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/emm...
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Emmet Sheehan, River Ryan look to put injuries behind them to round out Dodgers' rotation
Is Emmet Sheehan in for a breakout season? Can River Ryan return from injury to recapture his old form?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Can we use Pull Air% to find undervalued power hitters? I dug into the data to try to uncover a few @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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What is Pull Air%, and how can it help identify fantasy baseball hitters to target and avoid?
Why do pulled fly balls matter so much, and which hitters could be in for power breakouts because of it?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Just some larger context for spring stats: Konnor Griffin has 3 HRs. He’s 3-for-15 Taj Bradley has 9 K in 5 IP. He’s allowed 6 ER on 11 hits. Chase Burns had 11 whiffs in 2.1 IP. He has 5 BB in 4.1 IP. Not cold water but just a reminder to look beyond the highlights
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
What's the next step in Jack Leiter's development? The 25-year-old spoke about his improved mental approach to the game and how that's helping him develop a new pitch for his arsenal @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/jac...
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Jack Leiter's mental development helps drive the physical development he needs for a breakout
Could Jack Leiter enjoy a breakout season in 2026? What new pitch is he throwing that could help?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
I spoke with Jake Burger about how he responded to his injury-plagued 2025 season and both the mechanical and mental adjustments he made to get back to his power production in 2026 @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/jak...
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Jake Burger's injury-filled season led to a revamped approach heading into 2026
Can Jake Burger bounce back in 2026? Why a new approach change could lead to more power production
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Every year, 20% of the top 25 starting pitchers in 12-team leagues are undrafted pitchers. Which starting pitchers have the tools to do that in 2026? I dug in for @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social and gave you 9 potential names www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Starting pitcher draft values for 2026 fantasy baseball: Andrew Painter, Zach Eflin, more
Which starting pitchers going at the end of drafts have top 25 upside?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Which second-year hitters are due for a Ben Rice or Addison Barger-type second-year breakout? I discussed 13 potential candidates here before deciding on my one breakout choice @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Breakout hitters for 2026 fantasy baseball: Can Jac Caglianone, Cam Smith, more make a leap?
Eric Samulski looks at hitters who could break out in their second season in the majors.
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D.J. Short @djshort.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
🎉 We have actual results coming in from MLB spring training games! As usual, @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social will be recapping every game from now through the World Series. Follow our feed today if you haven't already!
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Which former top prospect hitters are we writing off too soon? I covered 10 young hitters I think could be a value this season in fantasy baseball @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy baseball post hype hitters: Can Evan Carter, Jordan Lawlar finally break through?
Eric Samulski covers ten post-hype hitters who could re-capture value in fantasy baseball this year
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
What does it take to be a top 25 starting pitcher in fantasy baseball, and who are the best bets to finish as one this year? I gave a presentation on this at First Pitch Arizona and then turned it into an article @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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What makes a top 25 starting pitcher? Do Nolan McLean or Nick Pivetta have a case?
What did the top 25 starting pitchers in 2025 have in common? Who could sneak into the top 25 in 2026?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Fantasy baseball draft season advice: don’t draft players b/c a fantasy analyst likes them or hypes them up. Use our content as a PART of the discussion. Read/hear the analysis. See what rings true and false. Compare that to your gut feel. Then draft guys you STILL like after that
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Which injured starting pitchers can you trust for fantasy baseball in 2026? I break down each injury question and discuss whether I'm buying in or not @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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2026 Fantasy Baseball Buy/Sell: Can you rely on Zack Wheeler and Pablo López after injury?
A look at who to trust in fantasy baseball in 2026, as many starting pitchers return from injury.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Which post-hype starting pitchers could provide sneaky value during the 2026 fantasy baseball season? I dug into a few names here @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy Baseball Post-Hype Starting Pitchers: Can Bryce Miller, Reid Detmers provide value?
Which starting pitchers who disappointed last season can bounce back for fantasy managers in 2026?
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
As a Bills fan, this is about as “If only…” a Super Bowl as there has been since losing the 4 in a row
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Spring training is just around the corner, so it's time to begin our fantasy baseball prep. We'll start with our @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social staff rankings for FIRST BASE. Can you put Nick Kurtz ahead of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Can you still trust the "old guard" here? www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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2026 Fantasy Baseball First Base Rankings: Can you still trust Freddie Freeman and Matt Olson?
Complete first base rankings with 2026 projections and player-by-player analysis.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Spring training is almost here, so it's time for my TOP 150 STARTING PITCHERS for the 2026 fantasy baseball season. Which electric rookie would I draft first? Can we believe in currently injured aces? I have blurbs on all of them @rotoworld-bb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/base...
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Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Rankings 2026: Bryan Woo, Eury Pérez rise up in top 150 SP list
Eric Samulski ranks his top 150 starting pitchers for 2026.
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Zachary Krueger @zkffb.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
The boys and I @rotoworld-fb.bsky.social got together for a Way-Too-Early fantasy football mock draft. Just a mini five-rounder to get the blood flowing. I broke down some of the picks here: cc: @rotopat.bsky.social @dennycarter.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/foot...
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Way-Too-Early Fantasy Football Mock Draft 2026: Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson lead the way
From Gibbs and Bijan to Chase and Puka, Rotoworld's way-too-early 2026 fantasy football mock draft sets the first-round debate.
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Eric Samulski @samulskinyc.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Fantasy Football DST rankings are LIVE for Week 16. The Eagles and Texans look like smash plays. Can you play the Rams and Seahawks against one another? Can you trust the Vikings or Chiefs? I cover all of that and more @rotoworld-fb.bsky.social www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/foot...
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Fantasy Football Defense (DST) Week 16 Rankings and Streamers
Not gonna lie, I feel pretty good about how these rankings performed in Week 15.
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