DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (6/4/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! I'm excited to be covering another fun DFS slate. The MLB season has been good to me in the early going, so I'm looking forward to sifting through another crop of games. Let's break down my favorite plays from today's main slate! Today's main slate features an enticing 10-game matinee mix. The […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for June 4th, 2023

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for June 4th, 2023. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Hitters - Updates on Aaron Judge, Wander Franco, Cody Bellinger, Joc Pederson

The injury report is filling up with names of some top performers from around Major League Baseball. Undoubtedly, this is a concern for many fantasy managers, who could be without their top producers for the foreseeable future. Let's take a look at injured hitters, including Aaron Judge, Wander Franco, Cody Bellinger, Joc Pederson, and more. […]

Greg Allen Lands On 10-Day Injured List

New York Yankees outfielder Greg Allen (hip) landed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. He's dealing with a right hip flexor strain, an injury he suffered during Friday's meeting with the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, Allen's absence isn't a significant loss for most fantasy managers, considering he's hitting .214 with five runs, three hits, […]

Rougned Odor Could Avoid Trip To IL

According to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com, the Padres feel infielder Rougned Odor (groin) could avoid a trip to the injured list. The 29-year-old suffered a groin strain during Friday's game versus the Cubs and was expected to land on the IL. While there's still a chance it could happen, the team will wait at least […]

Wander Franco Labeled Day-To-Day

According to Tampa Bay skipper Kevin Cash, shortstop Wander Franco (hamstring) is day-to-day. The 22-year-old was in the lineup on Saturday for the first game of a doubleheader versus the Red Sox, going  3-for-5 with two doubles and two runs. However, he was held out of the second game because of left hamstring soreness and […]

Luke Raley Day-To-Day

According to Rays manager Kevin Cash, outfielder/designated hitter Luke Raley (ribs) is day-to-day. The 28-year-old has been dealing with pain in the right side of his abdomen, recently costing him both games of Saturday's doubleheader against the Red Sox. As a result, he underwent an MRI and was diagnosed with a mild intercostal muscle strain. […]

Craig Kimbrel Notches Eighth Save

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel struck out one over a perfect inning to earn the save in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals. He entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run Phillies lead. The 35-year-old needed just 11 pitches to collect his eighth save of the season. He owns a 5.32 ERA, 1.18 […]

Hayden Wesneski Expected To Join Cubs Rotation

Chicago Cubs right-hander Hayden Wesneski is expected to replace Justin Steele (forearm) in the rotation. Wesneski was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday and used out of the bullpen. He allowed one run on one hit and two walks while striking out four in Tuesday's relief appearance. According to Cubs manager David Ross, Steele will […]

David Bednar Notches Save No. 12

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever David Bednar allowed one hit over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Saturday's 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. He entered the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 28-year-old worked around a one-out single by Jordan Walker to secure the Pirates' victory. He has now recorded a […]

Gerrit Cole Exits Saturday's Start Early Due To Cramping

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole exited Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to cramping. He allowed one run on four hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings before leaving. The 32-year-old threw 80 pitches, but cramping kept the right-hander from pitching deeper into the game. Cole is considered […]

Amed Rosario Exits With Knee Soreness

Cleveland Guardians shortstop/outfielder Amed Rosario (knee) exited Saturday's game early against the Minnesota Twins with left knee soreness. He went 0-for-2 before leaving. Tyler Freeman replaced the 27-year-old in the fourth inning. The severity of Rosario's knee issue is unknown, and he's considered day-to-day. Cleveland will provide an update on Rosario after the game. He […]

Justin Steele Lands On The Injured List

The Chicago Cubs placed left-hander Justin Steele (forearm) on the 15-day injured list Saturday. Steele was removed from Wednesday's start early with a mild left forearm strain. The 27-year-old will miss the next few weeks as the move was retroactive to June 1. Steele had been terrific this season before landing on the injured list. […]

Video: Hitters Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 11 Free Agent Adds

Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller breaks down some of his must-have Week 11 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for hitters - 2023 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and waiver wire advice for hitters that are emerging. These MLB players should be watched, stashed, or targeted in your roto, points, H2H points leagues, […]

Video: Pitchers Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 11 Free Agent Adds

Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller breaks down some of his must-have Week 11 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for pitchers - 2023 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and waiver wire advice for pitchers that are emerging. These MLB players should be watched, stashed, or targeted in your roto, points, H2H points leagues, […]

Luke Raley Out Again For Second Game Of Doubleheader

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder/designated hitter Luke Raley (abdomen) remains out for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader with Boston. Raley was scratched for Game 1, with manager Kevin Cash reporting that the 28-year-old felt something on the right side of his stomach. Hopefully, this isn't a precursor for something more severe, considering how well he's […]

Carlos Correa Won't Be Back On Saturday

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (foot) remains out of the starting lineup for Saturday's meeting with the Guardians. He's dealing with a case of plantar fasciitis, forcing him to exit Thursday's series opener against Cleveland prematurely. Fortunately, Correa is progressing, so he's hoping to return on Sunday. Kyle Farmer filled in on Thursday, amassing one […]

Julio Urias Throws On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias (hamstring) was able to throw a successful bullpen session on Saturday. The left-hander continues to work his way back from a lingering hamstring issue. The expectation is that Urias is going to face live hitters at some point next week. After that, Urias should be ready to rejoin […]

Jose Altuve To Miss Weekend Series

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (oblique) won't be the lineup for the next two days. Manager Dusty Baker confirmed that Altuve will miss both Saturday and Sunday's contest due to an oblique issue. The 33-year-old reportedly felt something in his side during Friday's contest. It sounds like a minor issue, but the Astros might […]

Tyler Stephenson Getting Breather On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. This appears to be a routine day off for Stephenson who has been struggling at the plate recently. Stephenson is hitting .105 (2-for-19) in his last five games, so hopefully a day off will help him get […]

Ezequiel Duran Returning On Saturday

Texas Rangers utility man Ezequiel Duran (oblique) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday. He is making his return to the field after missing some time due to a right oblique issue. The 24-year-old is putting together a surprisingly strong start to the season. He's slashing .301/.340/.515 with seven home runs, 23 […]

Freddie Freeman Remains In The Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (neck) remains in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. The left-handed slugger continues to play despite dealing with neck stiffness over the last few days. The fact Freeman continues to play means that it's likely a minor issue. The 33-year-old saw his 20-game […]

Kenley Jansen Records 12th Save

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Kenley Jansen was called upon to protect a three-run lead during Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The right-hander immediately allowed a leadoff double to Yandy Diaz. After that, Jansen settled down and struck out the next three batters to record his 12th save of the season. The 35-year-old […]

Joey Gallo Placed On 10-Day Injured List

Minnesota Twins outfielder Joey Gallo (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. This comes a day after Gallo was scratched from Friday's lineup due to hamstring tightness. He'll now head to the injured list due to what the team is calling a left hamstring strain. The 29-year-old has been dealing with […]

Mookie Betts Playing Second Base On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts is normally in the outfield, but will shift into the infield for Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. The Dodgers are giving Miguel Vargas a rest day, so Betts will cover his spot at second base here. The 30-year-old has played sparingly at second base throughout his MLB […]

Jordan Walker - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 11

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues ROSTERED IN: 56% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Nearly a month after his demotion, the St. Louis Cardinals have recalled top prospect Jordan Walker to their major-league squad. The 21-year-old was decent in his first few games at the major-league level -- notably going on a 12-game hitting streak in April. However, […]

Bryan Woo - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Bryan Woo, SP, Seattle Mariners ANALYSIS: Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo is being called up to make his MLB debut on Saturday against the Texas Rangers. The Mariners decided to promote Woo from Double-A Arkansas after Marco Gonzales (forearm) was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left forearm strain. Woo has been […]

TJ Friedl Lands On The Injured List

Cincinnati Reds outfielder TJ Friedl (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain. The 27-year-old outfielder missed three straight games with the issue so the Reds decided to place him on the injured list to free up a roster spot. Who might take his spot on the active roster […]

Michael Grove Officially Activated, Will Start On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Michael Grove (groin) has been officially activated from the injured list and will start on Saturday against the New York Yankees. It's been known for a few days that the Dodgers would make this move but it's official now. Grove has been out for the last six weeks with a […]