Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove

KFFL delivers the fantasy baseball spin on each Major League Baseball Hot Stove deal that matters in your fantasy baseball league. Which players are increasing in value? Which players aren't worth the hype? Our Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove answers all of the burning questions.

2012 Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Josh Hamilton, Casey Kotchman, Gerardo Concepcion (02/03)

Josh Hamilton's demons came back to haunt him. What's the fantasy baseball fallout? Plus, a Cuban signing and a new Tribe first baseman
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Edwin Jackson, Austin Jackson (02/02)

Finally, Scott Boras' previously overpriced client finds a club willing to shell out some dough. And the Detroit Tigers have done a little work with their center fielder, but will it pay off?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Jason Heyward, Shaun Marcum (02/01)

Will Jason Heyward's 2012 look more like 2010 or 2011? Plus, Shaun Marcum aims to give hitters a little more junk, which could come from, dare we say, his trunk.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Casper Wells, Jeff Keppinger, Jeff Francis (01/31)

The Seattle Mariners' outfielder is symptom-free, so it seems, and a couple of teams bring in some solid depth in players who could end up with single-league fantasy baseball value.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Rickie Weeks, Victor Martinez, Jarrod Parker, Brad Peacock, Tom Milone, more (01/30)

Rickie Weeks' ankle, Victor Martinez's knee concerning for the short and long term. Plus, Oakland Athletics starting pitching remains a hot fantasy topic.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ichiro Suzuki, Ryan Theriot, Juan Pierre (01/27)

Seattle Mariners skipper Eric Wedge is considering something different for his main man in right field, while the San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies dole out dough for depth - or is it more?

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Matt Thornton, Addison Reed, Jesse Crain, Yoenis Cespedes (01/26)

Has Robin Ventura tipped his hand on the White Sox closer battle? And, Yoenis Cespedes has massive potential, but does he have big draft value?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Miguel Cabrera, Andre Ethier, Francisco Cordero (01/25)

The Detroit Tigers' biggest bat makes concessions for his new fellow stud, but will it hold? The Los Angeles Dodgers settle a score of sorts, and the Toronto Blue Jays sign sub-prime insurance.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Prince Fielder, Cody Ross, Wilson Betemit (01/24)

Prince finally chooses a kingdom. What does the 1B realm look like now? What other fantasy baseball news did Fielder's signing overshadow?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Marco Scutaro, Mike Aviles, Kevin Slowey, more (01/23)

The Boston Red Sox pull off a swap with the Colorado Rockies, who also pulled off a deal with the Cleveland Indians. A man who's staying put could be the big winner in all this.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Carlos Pena, Rafael Betancourt, Jonny Gomes (01/20)

Carlos Pena returns to Tampa. Will his skills follow suit? The Rox extend their stopper, and the A's collect another outfielder.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ty Wigginton, Ben Revere, Norichika Aoki, more (01/19)

The Philadelphia Phillies reveal their plans for a short-term solution to Ryan Howard's absence. The Minnesota Twins declare a competition, the Milwaukee Brewers add someone to theirs, and more.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Carl Crawford, Victor Martinez, Pablo Sandoval (01/18)

All around the fantasy baseball world, stars take hits. The view of the Boston Red Sox's and Detroit Tigers' respective wounded warriors now. Plus, the San Francisco Giants show some faith.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ryan Ludwick, Joel Pineiro, Francisco Rodriguez (01/17)

Stop us if you've heard this one before: The Cincinnati Reds bring in a left fielder. Ah, you were too slow. The Philadelphia Phillies add insurance, while the Milwaukee Brewers ante up for theirs.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Michael Pineda, Jesus Montero, Seth Smith, Bartolo Colon, more (01/16)

This winter, the Oakland Athletics remain busy, although it's tough to find a stud anywhere inside O.co Coliseum's walls. The Bronx Bombers and Seattle Mariners pulled off a big deal, you may have heard, too, and it affects a lot of people.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Charlie Blackmon (01/13)

Charlie Blackmon's spunky 2011 MLB debut was cut short. His recovery from injury complete, will he break back onto the scene?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Stephen Strasburg, Ryan Vogelsong, Fernando Martinez (01/12)

The Washington Nationals impose a limit on their prized right-hander. The San Francisco Giants seem to be believers, and the Houston Astros seem to be hopefuls.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ryan Madson, Ike Davis, Luke Scott (01/11)

The Mets' bopping first baseman ready to mash again. Plus, Ryan Madson and Luke Scott finally change their addresses.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Paul Maholm, Juan Nicasio (01/10)

The Chicago Cubs continue to make over their roster, and the Colorado Rockies' talented hurler is recovering nicely from a devastating injury.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Chris Heisey, Wei-Yin Chen, Aaron Cook, Ronny Cedeno (01/09)

Will Dusty Baker give Chris Heisey a clear path to PT? Plus, inkings by the Orioles, Red Sox, Mets

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Nick Markakis, Stephen Drew, Anthony Rizzo, Hisashi Iwakuma, more (01/06)

The Baltimore Orioles' mainstay outfielder has gone under the knife, while the Arizona Diamondbacks' shortstop is optimistic about his recovery. The San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs deal, while the Seattle Mariners import again.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Carlos Zambrano, Chris Volstad, Bryan LaHair (01/05)

Theo Epstein's club ditches a painful problem for a serviceable solution and makes a bold lineup declaration.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ichiro Suzuki, Coco Crisp, Aubrey Huff, Brandon Belt, more (01/04)

Is the Seattle Mariners' icon making excuses, or is he poised to rebound? The Oakland Athletics pony up for a familiar face, the San Francisco Giants have a first-base race, and the Tampa Bay Rays add an arm.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Carlos Quentin, Dayan Viciedo, Andruw Jones (01/03)

The Chicago White Sox finally move Carlos Quentin, free up Dayan Viciedo. Plus, the Yanks re-sign a reliable depth piece.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ryan Kalish (12/30)

Trouble in Beantown? The Boston Red Sox dealt an outfielder in a major trade despite the fact that they're likely to be without another up-and-coming fly-catcher for the start of the 2012 season.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Andrew Bailey, Josh Reddick, Adam Wainwright, Oakland Athletics closer (12/29)

Andrew Bailey's new home ... and his potential replacement(s). Plus, an Adam Wainwright update
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Alex Rodriguez, Kelly Johnson (12/28)

A renewed A-Rod for 2012? A lesson in both science and fantasy baseball value. Plus, can Kelly Johnson rebound from his 2011 dip with a second chance in Toronto?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Adam LaRoche, David Ortiz (12/27)

Encouraging news on Adam LaRoche should perk up bargain hunters' ears. Let's check in on David Ortiz, too.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Carlos Beltran, Gio Gonzalez, Brad Peacock, more (12/23)

Beltran has some big shoes to fill, indirectly. But it's the Washington Nationals who made the bigger splash, trading a number of thrilling prospects for a highly coveted left-hander.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: John Danks, Sean Marshall, Travis Wood (12/22)

Unlike many fantasy baseball drafters, Chicago White Sox show they value John Danks. Plus, Sean Marshall, Travis Wood switch homes, see boost in fantasy potential.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Yuniesky Betancourt, Reed Johnson (12/21)

Welcome back, Yuni. Nice to see you again, Mr. Johnson. How do the Kansas City Royals' and Chicago Cubs' recent signings affect others' playing time?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Yu Darvish, Mike Cameron (12/20)

The Texas Rangers won the right to negotiate with Yu Darvish. What does this mean for the import and their rotation? Plus, the Nationals add outfield depth.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Mat Latos, Yonder Alonso, Jimmy Rollins, Jason Kubel, more (12/19)

Latos is one of fantasy baseball's brightest stars, but he might not be so tolerant of the Cincinnati Reds' ballpark. How will members of the San Diego Padres' load fare? Plus, Rollins returns, and Kubel sssssigns.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Michael Cuddyer, Rafael Betancourt (12/16)

The Colorado Rockies get their man, and Cuddyer's deal was possible in part because the club cleared the way for Betancourt to become their new ninth-inning fireman.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Josh Willingham, Houston Astros closer (12/15)

The Twins bag a basher. What's his outlook? Plus, who will close for the Houston Astros with Mark Melancon gone?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Mark Melancon, Jed Lowrie, Kyle Weiland, Dallas Braden (12/14)

Boston-Houston swap gives Jed Lowrie a starting gig and this youngster a shot at the rotation. What will be Mark Melancon's Red Sox role? Also, the Athletics bring back a trusty arm.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Casey McGehee, Tsuyoshi Wada, Jason Castro (12/13)

How does the Casey McGehee trade impact Mat Gamel, Pedro Alvarez? The Orioles switch imports, and the Astros' backstop held up.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Ryan Braun, Aramis Ramirez, Trevor Cahill, Jarrod Parker, Rafael Furcal (12/12)

Ryan Braun brewing up a suspension? Milwaukee covers its power at the hot corner. Plus, a Snakes-A's swap, and a Cardinal flies back
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Matt Moore, Ian Stewart, Alex Gonzalez, more (12/09)

The Tampa Bay Rays take no chances. Stewart is starting over - again - thanks to a multi-player swap between the Colorado Rockies and Chicago Cubs. Plus, the Milwaukee Brewers shore up shortstop.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Albert Pujols, C.J. Wilson, Yu Darvish (12/08)

A star-studded turn of events in Dallas: The Halos land The Machine and arguably the top MLB free agent arm, and an overseas import announces his impending arrival.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Huston Street, Frank Francisco, Erik Bedard, Angel Pagan, Andres Torres, Nate McLouth (12/07)

The Colorado Rockies trade their former closer to a division rival, and other noteworthy MLB trades go down with the Winter Meetings as a backdrop. Plus, the New York Mets and Pittsburgh Pirates get busy in free agency.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Sergio Santos, Logan Morrison, Matt Capps, Aaron Harang, Kevin Slowey (12/06)

A closer flies to the Blue Jays in exchange for an intriguing youngster. Logan Morrison has surgery, massive upside. The Twins, Dodgers and Rockies also add an arm.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Jose Reyes, Laynce Nix (12/05)

The Miami Marlins' signing of Jose Reyes alters the MLB and fantasy baseball landscape, including Hanley Ramirez's future and Miami's center fielders. The Phillies also inked John Mayberry Jr. insurance.

Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Heath Bell, Chris Capuano, Kurt Suzuki (12/02)

The Fish get their first big catch, the Blue add a lefty, the A's catcher tries to get hefty.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Chris Iannetta, Tyler Chatwood, Mitch Moreland, Ramon Hernandez (12/01)

Breaking down the Rockies-Angels swap, the new Mile High backstop and Mitch Moreland's value
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: David DeJesus, Aaron Crow (11/30)

The Cubs buy low on an outfielder. Should you? Plus, the future of Aaron Crow
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Matt Kemp, Tim Hudson, Jonathan Broxton (11/29)

The Los Angeles Dodgers' MVP runner-up cashed in on a fine 2011. What will fantasy baseball players pay in 2012? Plus, Hudson gets fixed, and Broxton signs.
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Joe Blanton, John Jaso and Josh Lueke (11/28)

A Rays-Mariners swap shuffles AL-only values, and don't forget about the fifth Phillies starter....
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Freddy Garcia, Bruce Chen (11/25)

Each of these venerable veterans re-ups. Should fantasy baseball players do the same with either of these sly starters?
Fantasy Baseball Hot Stove: Bryce Harper, Matt Moore and new Super Two rule (11/23)

How the CBA's revised prospect designation will change the fantasy baseball landscape