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Seranthony Dominguez Dealing with Sore Back
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez (back) has been unavailable to pitch for the past two days due to a sore back. Jake Rill of MLB.com noted that Dominguez suffered this minor injury because he "slept funny." Dominguez made his last appearance on June 30 when he tossed 1 2/3 innings of one-run ball (unearned […]
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MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (7/6/25)
Welcome Back, RotoBallers! I hope everyone had a wonderful extended holiday weekend. To close out the week, we have another action-packed baseball slate to analyze! On the pitching side, we have several aces taking the bump today, so it will be critical to make the correct selection. As a result, we don't have as many […]
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Mason Thompson Returns from 60-Day Injured List
Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson (elbow) was activated from the 60-day injured list on Saturday. In a corresponding move, the Nationals optioned right-handed pitcher Zach Brzykcy to Triple-A Rochester and shifted right-handed pitcher Derek Law to the 60-day injured list. Thompson has been sidelined since undergoing Tommy John surgery during the 2024 campaign. He […]
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Nolan Arenado Scratched from Saturday's Lineup
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (shoulder) was scratched from Saturday's lineup due to a right shoulder impingement when they continue a series against the Chicago Cubs. Arenado was held out of action earlier in the week due to a finger injury and now appears to have another injury. Fantasy managers should continue to […]
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Andres Gimenez Sidelined on Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Andres Gimenez (ankle) is not in the starting nine on Saturday when the Blue Jays continue a series against the Los Angeles Angels. Gimenez suffered an ankle injury during the contest against the Yankees on Wednesday. While he was able to return to the starting nine on Friday, Gimenez was […]
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Starting on Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (foot) is back in the starting nine on Saturday when the Blue Jays continue a series against the Los Angeles Angels. Guerrero was held out of action on Friday after suffering a minor foot injury on Thursday. However, the 26-year-old was able to avoid a serious injury […]
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Tim Tawa Optioned to Triple-A Reno
The Arizona Diamondbacks have optioned infielder Tim Tawa to Triple-A Reno. In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks have activated outfielder Corbin Carroll (wrist) from the 10-day injured list. Tawa has enjoyed an extended stint in the majors this season. During his first taste of the majors, the rookie infielder has held a modest .200/.262/.355 slash […]
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Corbin Carroll Activated from 10-Day Injured List
The Arizona Diamondbacks have activated outfielder Corbin Carroll (wrist) from the 10-day injured list prior to their contest on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals. In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks optioned infielder Tim Tawa to Triple-A Reno. Carroll has been sidelined with a fracture in his left wrist since June 24. However, Carroll was […]
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Chase DeLauter Extends On-Base Streak to 30 Games
Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter has continued to look quite comfortable during his first extended stint at Triple-A. On Friday, DeLauter reached base in his 30th consecutive game at Triple-A. In this contest, the No. 52-ranked prospect in the sport went 1-for-4 with a single. Through his 30 games at Triple-A Columbus, DeLauter has […]
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Walker Jenkins Goes Deep, Tallies Two Hits on Friday
Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins was busy during their contest against Double-A Tulsa on Friday afternoon. In this contest, Jenkins reached safely five times. He tallied two hits, including a home run, and drew three walks. He scored two runs and brought in four. Over his last 10 games, Jenkins has posted a strong […]
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Jonah Tong Punches Out 10 in Latest Outing
New York Mets right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong posted another dominant outing on Friday evening. Facing Double-A Hartford, Tong tossed 5 1/3 innings of two-run ball with four hits, two walks, and 10 strikeouts. This was Tong's fifth start this season, tallying double-digit punchouts in a single outing. Since May 1, Tong has been one […]
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Edgar Quero Launches First MLB Home Run
Chicago White Sox catching prospect Edgar Quero went 1-for-4 with a long ball during their victory over the Colorado Rockies on Friday evening. Quero hit a solo shot in the sixth inning off Colorado starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela. Quero has begun to take the back seat to fellow catching prospect Kyle Teel behind the dish. […]
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Khristian Curtis Leads Combined Perfect Game
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Khristian Curtis led High-A Greensboro's combined perfect game on Friday evening. During their contest against Aberdeen, Curtis received the starting nod and was dominant, tossing six perfect innings. He struck out an impressive 10 batters. He would then give the ball to relievers Jake Shirk and Michael Walsh, who completed […]
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Bubba Chandler Strikes Out Six Across Six Scoreless Frames
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Bubba Chandler tossed six shutout frames en route to earning the victory over Triple-A Louisville on Friday evening. In this outing, the top pitching prospect in the game struck out six batters and allowed five hits. He walked just two batters. This was a much-needed bounce-back outing for Chandler, who […]
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Xavier Isaac in Slump at Double-A
Tampa Bay Rays first base prospect Xavier Isaac remains in a slump at Double-A Montgomery. Over his last seven contests, the No. 46-ranked prospect in the sport on MLB.com has posted a low .148/.343/.259 slash line. During this stretch, Isaac has hit just one extra-base hit (a home run) and held an 8:8 K:BB. Through […]
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Moises Ballesteros Making Case for Promotion
Chicago Cubs catching prospect Moises Ballesteros continues to dominate at Triple-A and is making a strong case to return to the major leagues. Over his last seven contests, the backstop has posted a stellar .308/.333/.462 slash line with four doubles, one stolen base, and a 7:2 K:BB. Over his last four games, he has hit […]
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Leodalis De Vries Swinging a Hot Bat at High-A
San Diego Padres infield prospect Leodalis De Vries has continued to swing a hot bat at the High-A level. Over his last five games, the No. 3-ranked prospect in the sport on MLB.com has posted a remarkable .385/.522/.611 slash line with two doubles, one triple, and a 2:4 K:BB. Through 66 total games with High-A […]
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Travis Bazzana Beginning Rehab Assignment in Arizona Complex League
Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana (oblique) is set to begin a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League. The former first overall pick in last year's MLB Draft has been dealing with an oblique strain since May. However, the Oregon State product was finally cleared for game action. Fantasy managers should continue to […]
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Lazaro Estrada Headed to Toronto
Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitching prospect Lazaro Estrada is being promoted to the major leagues. In a corresponding move, the Blue Jays are sending right-handed pitcher Justin Bruihl to Triple-A Buffalo and shifting outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list. Estrada has spent the first half of the campaign with Triple-A. During his […]
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Miguel Bleis Goes Deep, Swipes a Bag on Thursday
Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Miguel Bleis went 2-for-4 with a home run and a stolen base during their contest against High-A Asheville on Thursday. This was his third-straight contest swiping at least one bag. Over his last 13 contests, the No. 12-ranked prospect in the system has posted a .240/.333/.380 slash line with four […]
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Seth Johnson Returning to Major Leagues
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Seth Johnson was recalled to the major leagues earlier on Friday. In a corresponding move, the Phillies optioned right-handed pitcher Mick Abel to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Johnson has logged just 6 1/3 total innings in the major leagues throughout his career. In 2024, Johnson allowed nine runs across 2 1/3 […]
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Angel Genao Stays Hot on Thursday
Cleveland Guardians shortstop prospect Angel Genao extended his hitting streak to eight games on Thursday during their contest against Double-A Erie. In this game, Genao went 2-for-4 with a double and a walk. During his eight-game hitting streak, Genao has posted a remarkable .500/.588/.667 slash line with three doubles, one triple, and two stolen bases. […]
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Nelson Rada Tallies Stolen Base No. 29
Los Angeles Angels outfield prospect Nelson Rada went 2-for-5 with a double and a stolen base during their contest against Double-A Knoxville on Thursday evening. This was Rada's first multi-hit game since June 24. This was also his first stolen base since June 21. After spending the entire 2024 campaign at the Double-A level, the […]
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Mikey Romero Extends Hitting Streak to Six Games
Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Mikey Romero extended his hitting streak to six games on Thursday evening. During their contest against Double-A New Hampshire, Romero went 3-for-5 with an RBI and a strikeout. During his six-game hitting streak, the No. 11-ranked prospect in the Boston system has posted an elite .429/.448/.500 line. During this stretch, […]
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Axel Sanchez Goes Deep on Thursday
Seattle Mariners shortstop prospect Axel Sanchez went 2-for-4 with a home run during their contest against Double-A Frisco on Thursday evening. Sanchez has begun to heat up in the batter's box over the past week. Over his last six games, the shortstop has posted a solid .333/.400/.524 slash line with one double, one home run, […]
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C.J. Kayfus Removed from Thursday's Game with Knee Injury
Cleveland Guardians first base prospect C.J. Kayfus (knee) was removed from Thursday's contest with a knee contusion. However, the team noted that his removal was precautionary and that he is viewed as day-to-day. The budding star suffered this injury while running on the basepaths. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, as Triple-A Columbus […]
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Konnor Griffin Hits Home Run No. 4 at High-A
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin launched his fourth home run at the High-A level on Thursday evening. During their contest against High-A Aberdeen, the No. 2-ranked prospects in the system went 1-for-4 at the plate with a long ball and a walk. Over his first 20 games at the High-A level, the ninth overall […]
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Drew Gilbert Launches Two Long Balls
New York Mets outfield prospect Drew Gilbert went 3-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI during their contest against Triple-A Worcester on Thursday evening. This was Gilbert's second and third home runs over his last two games. Over his last nine, Gilbert has been one of the most productive hitters at Triple-A, boasting a […]
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Carson Williams Homers in Third Straight Game
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop prospect Carson Williams has continued to hit for power at Triple-A. On Thursday evening during their contest against the Norfolk Tides, Williams went 1-for-1 with a home run and three walks. This was his third straight contest going deep. Over his last 11 games, Williams has posted a stellar .359/.490/.846 slash […]
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Druw Jones Hits First High-A Home Run
Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Druw Jones went 2-for-4 with a home run during their contest against High-A Eugene on Thursday evening. This was Jones' first career long ball at the High-A level. Over his last nine games, Jones has begun to heat up at the plate, posting a stellar .382/.405/.529 line with two doubles, a stolen […]
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