Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (5/9/22)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! It is Monday and this article will focus on the nine-game slate that starts at 6:35 PM Eastern time so that everyone that sees this will have time to tail the plays if they wish! Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now officially partnered […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for May 9th, 2022

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 May 9th, 2022. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/9/22): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

After a wet and wild weekend full of rainouts and doubleheaders, Monday brings a fairly normal slate of games for the evening main slate. Note that FanDuel didn't include the first two games of the evening, while DraftKings did. This article will provide my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings on 5/9/2022 at 6:35 PM […]

Kris Bryant To Receive Cortisone Injection

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant (back) is expected to receive a cortisone injection on Monday. The hope is that this injection into his back will help the healing process. It sounds like the plan is for Bryant to rest a few days after getting the injection. After that, Bryant will need a couple of […]

Kirby Yates Throws Bullpen Session

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kirby Yates (elbow) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Friday. The 34-year-old continues working his way back from Tommy John surgery. Yates has been throwing off a mound for three weeks. All of his pitches were fastballs, but the plan is for Yates to mix in breaking pitches soon. The hope […]

Carlos Correa Unlikely To Play On Tuesday

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (finger) is unlikely to return to the starting lineup on Tuesday. He missed his third straight game on Sunday due to a finger injury. The Twins are scheduled to be off on Monday before starting a series with the Houston Astros on Tuesday. The organization will attempt to keep Correa […]

Stephen Strasburg To Throw This Week

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck, shoulder) is expected to throw a two-inning simulated game this week. The right-hander continues to make progress, but it doesn't sound like he'll be back in the rotation anytime soon. Nationals manager Dave Martinez mentioned that Strasburg will go on a rehab assignment after he has built up […]

Chris Paddack Removed Early On Sunday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack (undisclosed) was unable to get through Sunday's start against the Oakland Athletics. He went two 2/3 innings before being removed due to an apparent injury. Right-hander Cody Shashak came in and fired two 2/3 scoreless innings after Paddack's departure. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update […]

Colin Moran Blasts Two Homers In Win

Cincinnati Reds infielder Colin Moran put together a show during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He went 2-for-4 with two home runs and six RBI in the victory. Moran came into this game hitting .184/.259/.204 in 58 plate appearances. Moran blasted a grand slam and a two-run home run in the win. He has […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hey there, Premium RotoBallers, and welcome to this waiver breakdown for early May as some serious adds loom. You’ve likely seen chatter about five or more top prospects getting the call to the majors, though we've already seen Jarren Duran head back down. Be […]

Jake Odorizzi Tosses One-Hit Gem

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi looked fantastic against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. He went five innings, allowing one hit, two walks, and struck out five in the victory. Odorizzi was pulled after 76 pitches because the Astros wanted to get some other pitchers into the game. Over his last three games, Odorizzi has […]

Dane Dunning Earns Quality Start Sunday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Dane Dunning took a no-decision but earned a quality start in Sunday's Game 1 2-1 loss to the Yankees. Dunning pitched 6 innings, allowing one run on two hits and three walks with five strikeouts. The 27-year-old has pitched well this season, compiling a 3.38 ERA with 31 strikeouts and 11 […]

Gerrit Cole Strikes Out 10 Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole pitched well in Sunday's Game 1 2-1 win over the Rangers. Cole took a no-decision, pitching 6 1/3 innings of one-run ball on five hits (including a solo home run), a walk, and 10 strikeouts. The 31-year-old has started to look like his old self again and is […]

Frank Schwindel Optioned To Triple-A Iowa Sunday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, per Cubs writer Andy Martinez. The 29-year-old came out of nowhere last season as a surprise fantasy contributor but has slashed just .209/.250/.308 with two home runs and nine RBI in his first 96 plate appearances this season. Pitcher Adrian Sampson was […]

Marcus Stroman Placed On Injured List Sunday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Dodgers and was placed on the injured list with an undisclosed condition, per Cubs writer Andy Martinez. This type of transaction has typically been used for COVID-19-related issues. As there is no designation, Stroman can theoretically be activated at […]

Scott Barlow Earns Second Save Of Season Sunday

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Scott Barlow picked up his second save of the season in Sunday's Game 1 6-4 win over the Orioles. Barlow entered the game to pitch the ninth inning with a two-run lead. He got the first two outs on a flyout and a strikeout, then allowed back-to-back singles, but got […]

Points League Pitchers: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 5

We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best […]

Points League Hitters: Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - Week 5

We'll be doing this roundup of points leagues every week here at RotoBaller, with waiver wire targets and streaming pitchers being evaluated in terms of the different scoring systems of ESPN, Yahoo!, CBS, and Fantrax. Player values can vary wildly from platform to platform, so we'll make sure to highlight where players are the best […]

Teoscar Hernandez Reinstated From Injured List Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (oblique) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday for the team's doubleheader against the Guardians. He had been dealing with a left oblique strain­ for the past three weeks. Hernandez played in one of the games Saturday, going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts, but went 1-for-4 with a single, […]

Yoan Moncada To Return To Team Monday

Chicago White Sox manager Tony LaRussa reiterated Sunday that third baseman Yoan Moncada (oblique) should return to the team from the 10-day injured list on Monday and bat second in the lineup, per MLB.com's Scott Merkin. The 26-year-old has been sidelined for the first month of the 2022 season due to a strained right oblique. […]

Byron Buxton Day-To-Day With A Mild Hip Strain

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hip) is day-to-day with a "low-level right hip strain." After exiting Saturday's contest early with hip tightness, the 28-year-old was held out of Sunday's game against the Oakland Athletics. His injury isn't related to any previous hip issues, and the Twins sound optimistic that he will return to the lineup […]

Diamondbacks Call Up Top Prospect Alek Thomas

The Arizona Diamondbacks called up top prospect outfielder Alek Thomas from Triple-A Reno on Sunday. He is slashing .277/.362/.495 with four home runs, 14 RBI, 19 runs scored, and three stolen bases over 24 games in Triple-A. The Diamondbacks' second-round pick in 2018 is expected to make his debut on Sunday. The 22-year-old is a […]

Jed Lowrie Scratched From Sunday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics infielder Jed Lowrie (undisclosed) was scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Minnesota Twins. The reason Lowrie was scratched from Sunday's lineup is unknown at this time, and he's considered day-to-day. He was initially batting third and listed as the team's starting designated hitter for Sunday's contest. Lowrie is slashing .200/..275/.267 with one homer, […]

Tommy Pham Absent From Sunday's Lineup

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He will get the day off after starting 20 consecutive games. The 34-year-old is slashing .225/.330/.416 with four home runs, seven RBI, 15 runs, and a stolen base over 103 plate appearances in 2022. TJ Friedl is batting […]

Travis d'Arnaud Gets The Day Off Sunday

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The 33-year-old will get the day off after starting three straight games. He is slashing .299/.325/.455 with two home runs, 13 RBI, and 11 runs over 20 games in 2022. William Contreras is batting ninth and will draw […]

Michael Wacha Lands On The Injured List

The Boston Red Sox placed Michael Wacha (side) was placed on the 10-day injured list with left intercostal irritation. After dealing with side soreness, he has scratched ahead of his start for Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox. The 30-year-old has been terrific this season, posting a 3-0 record with a 1.38 ERA, 0.92 […]

Zack Wheeler, Zach Eflin Placed On COVID IL

The Philadelphia Phillies placed pitchers Zack Wheeler and Zach Eflin on the COVID injured list Sunday. Philadelphia called up Francisco Morales and Connor Brogdon in a corresponding move. Wheeler was scheduled to start Monday's game against the Seattle Mariners, but it's unclear when he will return to the mound; the 31-year-old has thrown 13 2/3 […]

Ramon Laureano Rejoins A's From Suspension, Leading Off Sunday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano (suspension) was reinstated from the restricted list on Sunday. He's batting leadoff and starting in right field for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. The 27-year-old returns from an 80-game suspension handed to him back in August. He slashed .246/.317/.443 with 14 home runs, 39 RBI, 43 runs, and 12 […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 5

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat […]