Fantasy Sports
Your ultimate resource for fantasy baseball, basketball, hockey, and more
Fantasy Baseball
- Daily player rankings and projections
- Starting pitcher matchup analyzer
- Advanced stats and analysis
- Waiver wire recommendations
- Injury updates and impact analysis
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Fantasy Basketball
- Daily DFS picks and matchup ratings
- Category specialists finder
- Schedule analysis and streaming options
- Player rest predictions
- Category punt strategy guides
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Fantasy Hockey
- Starting goaltender projections
- Line combination tracking
- Power play usage analytics
- Advanced peripheral stat analysis
- Prospects and call-up monitoring
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Getting Started with Fantasy Sports
Fantasy Sports Basics
New to fantasy sports? Learn the fundamentals of how fantasy leagues work, scoring systems, and basic strategy to get started.
Read the Beginner's GuideFinding a League
Discover the different types of fantasy leagues available and how to join one that fits your style, commitment level, and competitive nature.
League Types ExplainedDraft Strategy 101
Learn essential draft preparation techniques, positional value assessment, and draft-day tactics to build a competitive roster.
Master the DraftUnderstanding Statistics
Discover which stats matter for fantasy sports and how to interpret advanced metrics to gain an edge over your competition.
Stats That MatterFantasy Sports Formats
Season-Long Fantasy
The traditional fantasy format that spans an entire sports season. Draft your team before the season begins and manage your roster through the championship.
League Types
- Rotisserie (Category-based)
- Head-to-Head Categories
- Head-to-Head Points
- Total Points
Timeframe
Full season commitment with weekly lineup decisions and periodic waiver transactions.
Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS)
Short-term contests where you draft a new lineup every day or week with a salary cap. Compete against thousands of other players for cash prizes.
Contest Types
- Guaranteed Prize Pools (GPPs)
- 50/50s (Double-ups)
- Head-to-Head
- Multipliers
Timeframe
Single-day or single-week contests with no long-term commitment required.
Dynasty & Keeper Leagues
Long-term formats where you maintain all or part of your roster from year to year, creating an ongoing team management experience.
Key Components
- Player Retention Rules
- Rookie Drafts
- Prospect Development
- Long-term Strategy
Timeframe
Multi-year commitment with year-round activity including offseason moves.
Best Ball Leagues
Draft your team once and let the platform automatically set your optimal lineup each week based on actual player performance.
Advantages
- No lineup decisions
- No waiver wire transactions
- Low time commitment
- Drafting focus
Timeframe
One-time draft with no further actions required throughout the season.
Popular Fantasy Sports Platforms
Yahoo Fantasy
One of the most popular platforms for season-long fantasy sports with user-friendly interface and extensive league customization options.
ESPN Fantasy
ESPN's robust fantasy platform offers comprehensive coverage with expert analysis, projections, and seamless integration with ESPN's sports content.
DraftKings
Leading daily fantasy sports (DFS) platform offering a wide variety of contest types with large prize pools across multiple sports.
FanDuel
Major DFS platform known for its intuitive interface, variety of contest formats, and beginner-friendly options for new fantasy players.
Sleeper
Modern fantasy platform with a focus on social interaction, offering innovative features for dynasty and keeper leagues.
Fantrax
Feature-rich platform specializing in customizable league settings, deep player pools, and support for complex dynasty and keeper formats.
Fantasy Sports Strategy Tips
Value Over Replacement
Focus on drafting players who provide the greatest advantage over replacement-level players at their position. Position scarcity matters more than total points.
Stay Active on Waivers
The waiver wire is where leagues are won. Be proactive in adding emerging players and streaming positions based on matchups and schedules.
Know Your League Settings
Customize your strategy to your specific league's scoring system and rules. Different formats require different approaches to drafting and roster management.
Balance Risk and Reward
Build a foundation of reliable performers first, then supplement with high-upside players later. Don't fill your roster with injury-prone or inconsistent players.
Monitor Changing Roles
Pay attention to players gaining increased responsibility: more playing time, better lineup position, power play/closing role, or favorable matchups.
Don't Chase Yesterday's Points
Avoid overreacting to recent performances, especially from players with established track records. Focus on sustainable indicators rather than short-term variance.