Raisel Iglesias Earns First Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias struck out the side in a scoreless ninth inning on Wednesday to earn his first save of the season. With the Reds winning just their third game, this was the only save chance that they have handed to Iglesias in the young season. Overall, the 29-year-old has a 0-2 record, […]

Jake Odorizzi Allows Three Runs In Loss

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi allowed the New York Mets to score three times over 4 2/3 innings in his start on Wednesday. He struck out three and walked four in the ballgame. Odorizzi once again struggled with his control, throwing just 41 of 71 pitches for strikes. On the year, he's walking 7.15 batters […]

Contact Rate Risers & Fallers for Week 2 - Buy or Sell?

Welcome to Contact Rate Risers and Fallers for Week 2! Our premium tools allow us to get out ahead of trends in player performance, including contact rate. Every Thursday, we'll be looking at some players that have seen an increase in contact rate and some that have seen it decline. Contact rate can foretell a […]

Champ or Chump - Corbin Burnes and Trent Thornton

By this point of the season, you probably have some injuries, under-performances, or squandered sleeper picks cluttering your roster. You're also probably intrigued by a few potential breakouts on the waiver wire. Who should you keep moving forward, and who should you pick up with any newfound roster spots? This column seeks to answer that […]

Buxton, Kepler Have Something to Prove - The King's Insider Report

The Minnesota Twins are going to be a fun team to watch this season, whether it’s for real or fantasy purposes. They could sneak up and win the American League Central, and help fantasy owners a lot in the process if three key offensive players continue to perform well. Byron Buxton is the true cornerstone […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (4/11/19): MLB DFS Lineups

Another Thursday split slate for us to break down here in this article. The opening slate kicks off at 12:35 with the Athletics @ Orioles, before handing over to the late at 7:10 pm when the Blue Jays and Red Sox face off. Oakland is the biggest favorites on the early slate but there are […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (4/11/19): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

We have a split slate of Major League Baseball games, with five games on the early slate and five games on the main slate. We'll have selections today for the main slate contests. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for FanDuel on 4/11/2019. The lineup picks will range […]

Yusei Kikuchi Deals With Cramps In Wednesday Outing

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi was dealing with left calf cramps in the sixth inning during his outing on Wednesday against the Royals. The Japanese left-hander allowed five hits (two home runs) and three earned runs while walking one and striking out just three in six innings in the no-decision in KC, but he […]

Travis Shaw Suffers Hand Contusion

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Travis Shaw suffered a right hand contusion after being hit by a pitch in the second inning on Wednesday. He left the game early, but X-rays came back negative and he's considered day-to-day. Don't be surprised if he misses a game or two, but it'll help that the Brewers have the day […]

A's Sign Edwin Jackson

The Oakland Athletics signed free-agent starting pitcher Edwin Jackson to a minor league deal on Wednesday. Jackson probably won't immediately enter Oakland's starting rotation, but he should be an option at some point after the 35-year-old had a decent 3.33 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 68 strikeouts in 92 innings (17 starts) for the A's last […]

Jay Bruce Injured Wednesday Night

Seattle Mariners outfielder/first baseman Jay Bruce left the game early on Wednesday with left Achilles tightness. While not hitting for much average (.204), the left-handed slugger already has seven home runs and 13 RBI in his 57 plate appearances to start 2019. He had a double, run scored and a walk in two plate appearances […]

Mike Trout Might Not Be Back Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (groin), who sat out on Wednesday with a strained groin he suffered Tuesday night, might not be ready to get back into the lineup on Friday after an off day on Thursday. The superstar outfielder said he felt "a lot better" on Wednesday, but he's also not trying to […]

Pedro Avila To Start On Thursday

San Diego Padres manager Andy Green announced that pitcher Pedro Avila will start on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. It'll be San Diego's third starting pitcher to make their major league debut already this season. Robbie Erlin will be optioned to the minors in a corresponding move. Avila, a 22-year-old right-hander, posted a 4.27 ERA, […]

Tommy Pham Homers Twice

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Tommy Pham hit two home runs in the Rays game against the White Sox on Wednesday. He finally got ahold of his first bomb of the season in the first inning and followed it up with a second in the fourth inning. Both were off White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez, […]

Shohei Ohtani Thinks He Could Play Now

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) said he is feeling good enough to where he thinks he could play now, but he has a checkup with a doctor soon and must take live batting practice before he can return. It doesn't matter if he's ready or not, the Angels have the final say. […]

Jose Osuna Cleared For Baseball Activities

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jose Osuna (neck) has been cleared for full baseball activities in extended spring training and will likely move to a simulated game next week. Osuna has yet to play in 2019 and will mostly just be outfield depth when he returns to the Pirates. His chance to see more playing time would've […]

Gregory Polanco Plays Nine Innings

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (shoulder) played nine innings with High-A Bradenton and is scheduled to serve as the designated hitter on Thursday. Polanco is recovering from serious left shoulder surgery last year, but he looks to be on track to make his season debut with the Pirates early next month. He hit .254 last […]

Another Huge Game For Austin Meadows

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows stayed hot on Wednesday, going 3-for-5 in a rout of the White Sox. He scored two runs, knocked in three RBI and was a triple shy of the cycle. He seems to be liking the leadoff spot for the Rays and there's no reason he shouldn't stick there for […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for April 11th, 2019

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 April 11th, 2019. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Jameson Taillon On Track For Next Start

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (head), who was hit in the head by a line drive on Monday, continues to pass his concussion tests and played flat-ground catch on Wednesday. He's still on schedule to start on Sunday against the Nationals. The right-hander is 0-2 but has a decent 3.00 ERA with 13 strikeouts […]

Tyler Glasnow Beats Rain And White Sox

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow was absolutely filthy despite rainy conditions in the Rays win over the White Sox on Wednesday. His outing ended after six scoreless innings, 11 strikeouts, one walk, two hits and 85 pitches. Glasnow was consistently throwing 95 mph heat and had some serious movement on his breaking pitches. […]

Rich Hill To Throw Simulated Game Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Rich Hill (knee) is scheduled to throw a three- or four-inning simulated game in Los Angeles on Friday, and a rehab start would be the next step after that. Hill has been feeling good lately, but the Dodgers won't rush him back. The 39-year-old left-hander could still make his season […]

Alex Bregman's Injury Believed To Be Minor

Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch said that the team feels that third baseman Alex Bregman's hamstring injury is "minor." He saw the team doctor on Wednesday and the results of testing were encouraging. He'll be re-evaluated when the team heads to Seattle. Bregman was out of the lineup on Wednesday, but he's still listed as […]

Alex Cobb Expected To Be Ready Next Week

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Alex Cobb (back) has a "good shot" to pitch when he's eligible to come off the 10-day injured list, which would be next Tuesday against the Rays. Cobb has already been on the injured list twice this year. The 31-year-old allowed two earned runs while striking out four in 5 2/3 […]

Chris Davis Likely To Play Thursday

Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said first baseman Chris Davis is working on some things and will likely return to the lineup and play on Thursday. Davis has set the MLB record for the longest and worst slump dating back to last season, going hitless in his last 49 at-bats, so he has plenty to […]

DJ LeMahieu Records Three More Hits In Defeat

While the New York Yankees blew a third consecutive lead en route to getting swept in Houston, one of their infielders continued his strong start. DJ LeMahieu continues to be sensational for the struggling Bronx Bombers, picking up three more hits on Wednesday night. The 30-year-old hit a sacrifice fly early and later hit a […]

Marcell Ozuna Gets Three Hits and Drives in Two Runs on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna went 3-for-4 on Wednesday, driving in two runs and scoring two of his own. Ozuna hit a home run, a double and a single, ending up just a triple shy of the cycle. After providing us with what will likely be the baseball GIF of the year with a […]

Jack Flaherty Spins a Gem on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty tossed a gem on Wednesday, allowing just one run on three hits in six innings. He struck out eight and did not issue a walk in picking up his first win of the season. Flaherty has looked electric at times this season, and will have many more outings […]

James Paxton Drops Series Finale In Houston

The New York Yankees were swept in Houston Wednesday night in another crusher of a loss. James Paxton started the game but couldn't get out of the fifth inning. His official stat line reads four innings, five runs, eight hits, three walks and five strikeouts. Paxton's offense handed him an early lead, but two home […]

Trevor Bauer Struggles in His First Loss of the Season

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer struggled on Wednesday and took his first loss of the season. Bauer pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing four runs on 10 hits and a walk. He did strike out seven, but allowed two home runs. It was Bauer's first subpar start after an excellent start to the season. He'll […]