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Zach Thompson

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Zach Thompson is a fantasy sports analyst and writer at RotoBaller, a multi-award-winning fantasy sports media company. He has been covering fantasy sports across multiple platforms since 2008 and has been playing fantasy sports since the late 1990s, when he manually calculated fantasy scores using box scores from the newspaper. Zach has covered a wide range of sports from a fantasy perspective, including baseball, basketball, football, golf, and hockey, while also exploring more niche formats such as Australian Rules Football and rugby. Simply put, if a sport has a fantasy format, Zach is willing to participate. Although he grew up nearly 8,000 miles away in Guam, Zach was raised a passionate Boston sports fan. After playing soccer competitively throughout high school and college, he now lives in central Massachusetts with his wife and four children. Zach enjoys attending as many sporting events as possible and has developed a particular passion for minor league baseball and tracking player development. His fantasy analysis often focuses on identifying undervalued players in overlooked situations, and few things are more satisfying than seeing a low-rostered player lead you to a fantasy championship!

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Kazuma Okamoto - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, MLB Prospects

Top Third Base Fantasy Baseball Prospect Breakouts and Stashes (2026)

Third base is called the hot corner because of the quick reaction time needed on line drives or hard groundballs down the line that come in "hot." It's a position that also requires quick reactions in fantasy baseball, since there is a big drop-off after the elite options are off the board. If you need […]


Trae Young Will Not Play Tuesday

Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (quad) played 21 minutes on Monday in a loss to the Warriors, finishing with 21 points, five assists, two rebounds, one steal, and one block. He left the game after colliding with Will Richard and was ruled out for the rest of the game. He'll also miss Tuesday's game against […]


Alexandre Sarr Will Sit Out Tuesday Night Against the Pistons

Washington Wizards center Aleandre Sarr (hamstring) will miss a second straight game on Tuesday when the Wizards host the Pistons. Sarr returned from missing a month just over a week ago and had been playing just over 20 minutes a game. He sat out Monday in the first half of the back-to-back against the Warriors, […]


Bam Adebayo Is Unlikely to Play on Tuesday

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (calf) is now doubtful for Tuesday's matchup with the Hornets after originally being listed as questionable. Adebayo has had 21 points and 20 points in his two games since exploding for 83 points a week ago, but it looks like he won't get a chance to continue his productive run […]


Mitchell Robinson Downgraded to Questionable for Tuesday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (back) was added to the team's injury report for Tuesday's matchup against the Pacers as questionable with back tightness. Robinson had a few big games on the Knicks' last road trip while filling in for Karl-Anthony Towns, but he returned to the bench on Sunday and had four points […]


Jalen Brunson Unlikely to Play Tuesday Against Indiana

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (ankle, neck) was originally questionable for Tuesday's home game against the Pacers, but the team downgraded him to doubtful early in the day on Tuesday. Brunson played 36 minutes on Sunday night and had 30 points and nine assists against the Warriors, but he'll likely get Tuesday off, leaving […]


Isaiah Stewart Will Miss at Least One Week

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (calf) will be re-evaluated in a week after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 left calf strain. Stewart has been the primary backup center for Detroit this season, averaging 10.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.6 blocks in 23.1 minutes per game this season. He did not play on […]


Anthony Edwards Will Miss At Least 1-2 Weeks

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) will be re-evaluated in one to two weeks due to right-knee inflammation, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Edwards is averaging 29.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 35.5 minutes per game this season, and he has the Timberwolves at 41-27 in the middle of a tight race for seeding […]


Kris Bubic Brings Solid Value

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic is back at full strength after having his potential breakout season cut short last year, and he can be a solid mid-round value to add depth to your pitching staff. Last year, the 28-year-old lefty posted a 2.55 ERA, 2.89 FIP, and 2.97 K/BB ratio in 116.1 innings […]


Is Jonathan Aranda a Top Sleeper Pick at First Base?

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda got plenty of hype as a top prospect, and although it took longer than some people expected, he put together a breakout season last year. The 27-year-old hit an impressive .316 with 14 homers and a .381 wOBA in 106 games last year. He missed time with a […]


Will Luis Robert Jr. Bounce Back in the Big Apple?

New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. will be in a very different environment this year as he adjusts to playing for the Mets instead of the White Sox. Robert has flashed a very high ceiling and has elite raw talent, but has struggled with injuries and consistency throughout the last few seasons. 2025 was […]


Cody Ponce Is Putting Together a Solid Spring

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Cody Ponce has worked eight innings in four spring training games for the Blue Jays, allowing just one run on six hits with four strikeouts. With Jose Berrios (elbow) dealing with an injury issue, Ponce's spot in the Blue Jays rotation is even more secure heading into the season. The 31-year-old […]


Can Victor Vodnik Be a Late-Round Saves Source?

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Victor Vodnik finished 2025 with 10 saves in his 52 appearances last season and is expected to start the year as the team's primary closer. He earned eight of those saves over his last 17 games, stretching from Aug. 12 through the end of the year. During that run, he had […]


PGA Premium - Value Plays, PGA Gold

PGA DFS DraftKings Value Plays - 2026 The Valspar Championship (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome back, RotoBallers, and thanks for joining us for the 2026 edition of the Valspar Championship! In this article, you will find our top-rated DraftKings DFS value plays for this week's PGA tournament. It can be challenging to define "value," and this task is […]

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Jack Leiter - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Sleepers, MLB Rookie Rankings

5 Starting Pitcher Fantasy Baseball Breakouts - Later-Round Upside Picks in Drafts (2026)

Every season, multiple pitchers break out. Some of these pitchers go under the radar in drafts, while others become strong waiver wire pickups. When looking back at the 2025 season, pitchers like Hunter Brown, Jesus Luzardo, and Trey Yesavage are just a few of the fantasy baseball breakouts from last year. As we head into the […]


Josh Giddey - Fantasy Basketball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Today's NBA DFS Picks: DraftKings, FanDuel DFS Lineups, Values, Stacks (Monday, 3/16/26)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! On Monday, the NBA tips off another work week with eight games on the scoreboard. The first six of those games are on the main DFS fantasy basketball slate on DraftKings, while FanDuel includes all eight contests. In this post, we'll focus on players on both sites, with a few extra notes […]

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Max Clark - Fantasy Baseball Rankings, Top Prospects for 2026

5 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Draft Values - Outfield Gems to Know for 2026

Outfield is a critical but unique position for fantasy baseball. Unlike other positions, every MLB team plays multiple outfielders in every game, and most fantasy baseball formats require plenty of depth at the position. As a result, you need a unique strategy for building your roster at the position. One top strategy is to target […]


Daniel Palencia a Great Breakout Option at Closer

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Daniel Palencia is one of the best closer options to grab once the elite options are off the board, since the 26-year-old is locked in as the team's primary closer and has lots of breakout potential. Palencia had 22 saves in 54 games last year and posted an impressive 2.91 ERA, […]


Francisco Lindor Is Scheduled to Play 4-5 Innings at Shortstop on Thursday

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (hand) will once again play four or five innings in the field at shortstop in a minor-league game in Port St. Lucie on Thursday. The All-Star shortstop is working his way back from surgery to repair a stress reaction in his left hamate bone. He is still working towards […]


Is Grant Taylor Emerging As a High-End Option in Chicago?

Chicago White Sox pitcher Grant Taylor has looked excellent this spring and is a breakout candidate to watch. The 23-year-old has outstanding stuff and can dominate when at his best, but his role is still a little undefined. Last year, he worked 36 2/3 innings in the majors in 36 games, including two starts. He […]


Jorge Polanco Expected to Play First Base "More Often Than Not"

New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco has never played a professional inning at first base, but the plan is for Polanco to play first base "more often than not," according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Polanco could gain 1B eligibility in most leagues early in the season, which could make him a very valuable and […]


Zack Wheeler "Getting Close" to Live Batting Practice

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (shoulder) continues to build up towards his return and threw 36 pitches in two simulated innings on Tuesday in his fifth bullpen session. According to manager Rob Thomson, Wheeler is getting close to throwing live batting practice. There's still a chance that he could appear in a spring training […]


Cooper Flagg - Fantasy Basketball Rankings, NBA DFS Lineup Picks

Today's NBA DFS Picks: DraftKings, FanDuel DFS Lineups, Values, Stacks (Thursday, 3/12/26)

Welcome Back, RotoBallers! This Thursday, the NBA has nine games on the scoreboard, and the first eight of those games make up the main DFS fantasy basketball slate on DraftKings and FanDuel. At this point in the season, injury reports are critical to monitor when setting up your lineups. Be sure to be aware and […]


Addison Barger - Fantasy Baseball Prospects, Draft Sleepers, MLB Rookies

Five Outfield Breakout Candidates for Fantasy Baseball (2026) - American League

Outfield is always an exciting and intriguing position in fantasy baseball, since both MLB teams and fantasy teams need so much depth at the position. When shopping for depth options after you have your lineup mostly filled out, it makes sense to take some risks on young players who have shown upside before but have […]


Bobby Portis Uncertain to Play on Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (back) was added to the team's injury report as questionable with a back contusion for Tuesday night's home game against the Suns. Portis has scored at least 12 points in six straight games and is coming off a big 18-point, 10-rebound double-double on Sunday. Since Jericho Sims (knee) and Taurean […]


Simone Fontecchio Will Be Available Tuesday Against the Wizards

Miami Heat forward Simone Fontecchio (groin) is ready to return from a three-game absence and will be back in action after being upgraded from probable to available. He could step right into a large role in a smash spot against the Washington Wizards. Kel'el Ware (shoulder), Norman Powell (groin), Andrew Wiggins (toe), and Nikola Jovic […]


Kel'el Ware Ruled Out for Tuesday Against Washington

Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (shoulder) was ruled out after being listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Wizards. Ware is dealing with a shoulder strain and will miss his first game since Jan. 25. Without him, Andrew Wiggins (toe) and Nikola Jovic (back) on Tuesday, Bam Adebayo will have to play heavy minutes […]


Tyler Herro Downgraded to Questionable Tuesday Against Washington

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quad) was a late addition to the injury report for Tuesday's game, which is never a good sign for a player's availability. He has missed time this season with a variety of ailments, and he is now dealing with quad soreness. He played 30 minutes on Sunday against the Pistons […]


Trae Young Will Not Play Tuesday Against the Heat

Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (injury management) has only played two games for the Wizards since being acquired at the trade deadline, and Tuesday won't be his third after he was ruled out for injury management. He has averaged 14.5 points and 7.0 assists in just 18.5 minutes in his two games for the Wizards, […]


Franz Wagner Remains Without a Timeline To Return

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is battling a high ankle sprain and hasn't been able to play since the middle of February. On the season, he has been limited to 28 games, and he has only played four games since Dec. 7. The team announced on Tuesday that he continues to progress, but that […]


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