June 15, 2025
The Washington Nationals are promoting third base prospect
Brady House to the major leagues. House has been one of the most productive hitters at the Triple-A level this season. Through 65 games with Triple-A Rochester, the No. 3-ranked prospect in the system has posted a stellar .304/.353/.519 line with 15 doubles, 13 home runs, and a 75:20 K:BB. Last summer, House struggled during his first taste of Triple-A as he posted a modest .250/.280/.375 with just 10 doubles and six long balls through his first 54 games at the top level of the minor leagues. Earlier on Sunday, the Nationals optioned third baseman
Jose Tena to Triple-A, which suggests House should be given most of the opportunities at third base. Given his steady progression and production at Triple-A this season, House is worth adding in all standard formats.
--Andy SmithSource: Andrew Golden
June
15,
2025
The
San
Francisco
Giants
are
acquiring
Boston
Red
Sox
third
baseman
Rafael
Devers
in
exchange
for
right-handed
pitchers
Jordan
Hicks,
Jose
Bello,
left
handed
pitcher
Kyle
Harrison,
and
outfield
read more...
June 15, 2025
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher
Will Vest (undisclosed) was forced to make an early exit during Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Vest exited with the trainer after throwing a wild pitch during the eighth inning. It's unclear what exactly is wrong, but there should be more information on his status shortly. This could be a tough blow to the Tigers bullpen considering Vest has been the primary closer lately. If he misses time,
Tommy Kahnle could see more work in the ninth inning. Vest recorded two outs, allowing three hits and striking out one batter before being lifted for right-hander
Brenan Hanifee.
--Andy WebbSource: Evan Woodbery
June 15, 2025
The Arizona Diamondbacks have signed right-hander
Anthony DeSclafani to a one-year deal on Sunday. DeSclafani recently opted out of his deal with the New York Yankees earlier in the week. The 35-year-old has quickly found a new home after making five starts in Triple-A with the Yankees organization. DeSclafani last pitched in the MLB in 2023 with the San Francisco Giants. He posted a 4.88 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 79/20 K/BB ratio across 19 appearances (18 starts) with the Giants in 2023. DeSclafani has a 4.20 ERA across 180 big league outings in his nine-year career. It's unlikely that DeSclafani will be a big difference maker, but at worst he's decent organizational depth.
--Andy WebbSource: Arizona Diamondbacks
June 15, 2025
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher
Logan Gilbert (elbow) will be activated off the injured list and start against the Boston Red Sox on Monday. Gilbert appears to be finally ready to return after being sidelined since late April due to a right elbow flexor strain. He looked strong during his most recent rehab start where he struck out six batters across five shutout innings. Before going down, Gilbert had allowed two earned runs or less in five of his first six starts this season. Gilbert needs to be rostered and started in all fantasy formats.
--Andy WebbSource: Daniel Kramer
June 15, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder
Eddie Rosario has opted out of his minor league deal and has been released on Sunday. Rosario only lasted a few weeks with the Brewers before deciding to head back into free agency. Rosario has only played in a handful of games this season between his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves. The 33-year-old will look to catch on elsewhere and hopefully join a big league roster.
--Andy WebbSource: Curt Hogg
June 15, 2025
Athletics first baseman/outfielder
Tyler Soderstrom is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals. This is a rare rest day for Soderstrom who has played in every game since May 5. Soderstrom was off to a fantastic start to the season, but he has slowed down lately.
JJ Bleday will cover left field and bat eighth versus left-hander
Noah Cameron on Sunday. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly with Soderstrom heading to the bench.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
June 15, 2025
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher
Shota Imanaga (hamstring) is scheduled to make a rehab start at Triple-A Iowa on Friday. Imanaga made a rehab start on Saturday at Rookie-level Arizona Complex League. He appears to be progressing and is hopefully going to make his final rehab start this upcoming Friday. Imanaga has been out since early May due to a hamstring issue. If everything goes well, Imanaga should be back in the Cubs rotation by the end of June.
--Andy WebbSource: Bruce Levine
June 15, 2025
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher
Carson Palmquist was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday. Palmquist will head back to the big league roster with fellow starter
Kyle Freeland (back) heading to the injured list. Palmquist struggled during his first stint with the Rockies. He posted a 7.77 ERA across 22 innings (five starts) with the Rockies before being sent down. The rookie southpaw is back and will take the ball against the Washington Nationals on Monday. Given his struggles, Palmquist isn't a recommended streaming option for Monday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: Thomas Harding
June 15, 2025
Houston Texans rookie second-round wide receiver
Jayden Higgins impressed during the team's mandatory minicamp, according to ESPN's DJ Bien-Aime. Higgins made one-handed catches with starting cornerback Kamari Lassiter in coverage and also connected with quarterback
C.J. Stroud on other plays. He will be pushing for a role in his first year in the NFL and could seal a starting spot by the second week of training camp this summer if he continues to play well. For being 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, the young pass-catcher and Iowa State product moves extremely well.
Nico Collins is Houston's clear WR1, but Higgins has the potential and athleticism to surpass
Christian Kirk as the team's WR2 sooner than later in 2025. In his final season at Iowa State, Higgins had 87, catches, 1,183 yards and nine TDs. He's worth a late-round flier in deeper single-league fantasy formats.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - DJ Bien-Aime
June 15, 2025
The Colorado Rockies have placed left-handed pitcher
Kyle Freeland (back) on the 15-day injured list prior to their game on Sunday. The 32-year-old is dealing with lower back stiffness. In a corresponding move, the Rockies promoted left-handed pitcher
Carson Palmquist from Triple-A Albuquerque. Freeland has begun to find his footing following a slow start to the campaign. Over his last three outings, Freeland has posted a solid 2.95 ERA with a 1.04 WHIP. During this stretch (18 1/3 innings), Freeland has allowed just two walks but has only struck out 13 batters. Through 73 2/3 total innings, Freeland sits with a modest 5.13 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP. Given his struggles, he is not worth stashing on an IR spot while he is sidelined. Fantasy managers should expect Palmquist to see starting opportunities for the time being.
--Andy SmithSource: Colorado Rockies
June 15, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Orlando Magic are trading guard
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to the Memphis Grizzlies as part of the deal for guard
Desmond Bane. The Grizzlies will also receive guard
Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks, and a first-round pick swap. The 32-year-old has bounced around the league since entering it in 2013, suiting up for the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Lakers, and Washington Wizards. However, his stock rose after he helped the Denver Nuggets win a championship in 2023. KCP would go on to sign with the Magic last offseason. Unfortunately, he wasn't as productive, averaging 8.7 points. He also shot 34.2% from behind the arc, a significant decline from his final season in Denver. With that in mind, Caldwell-Pope could get more scoring opportunities in Memphis. His durability is also a plus for fantasy managers. Still, he isn't a consistent fantasy producer, although he'll likely have some solid showings throughout the 2025-26 campaign, regardless of his role.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June 15, 2025
Tampa Bay Rays first baseman
Yandy Diaz is not in the starting lineup on Sunday when the Rays conclude a series against the New York Mets. Diaz has started in each of the past seven games but will be given a maintenance day on Sunday. Over this stretch, Diaz has posted a strong .433/.485/.733 slash line with one double, one triple, two home runs, and seven RBI. Instead, the Rays will give
Jonathan Aranda the start at first base, which opens the DH spot for third baseman
Junior Caminero. Fantasy managers should expect Diaz to return to the starting nine on Monday evening when they begin a divisional series against the Baltimore Orioles. The Rays are a strong option in DFS this afternoon, facing New York right-hander
Griffin Canning, who enters this game holding a 3.22 ERA.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
June 15, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Memphis Grizzlies are acquiring guard
Cole Anthony from the Orlando Magic in exchange for guard
Desmond Bane. The Grizzlies will also receive guard
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, four unprotected first-round picks, and a first-round pick swap. The 2020 No. 15 overall pick has spent his entire career in Orlando. His best season was in 2021-22, when he averaged 16.3 points per contest. However, Anthony amassed only 9.4 points in 67 games during the 2024-25 campaign, a substantial dip. Anthony could struggle to find a consistent role in Memphis, especially with
Ja Morant,
Scotty Pippen Jr., and Caldwell-Pope on the roster. Still, he may get an opportunity to get involved, considering Morant has had issues staying on the court over the years.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June 15, 2025
ESPN's Brady Henderson writes that Seattle Seahawks defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence has managed to make an impression on his new teammates and to set a tone with the younger ones despite the non-contact nature of spring practices. "We haven't been able to play next to each other or anything like that, but I think just the type of leadership and mindset that he brings to the team is just phenomenal," defensive tackle Leonard Williams said. "He's a dog. He speaks a lot, he plays hard. He's going into Year 12 and he's out there practicing harder than some of the rookies. So we're getting on the rookies saying, 'OK, this is an example. This guy's going into Year 12. He's got nothing to prove, but he's out there working his craft as hard as he can every day.'" The 33-year-old hasn't appeared limited at all this offseason after playing in just four games with Dallas in 2024 due to a foot ailment.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson
June 15, 2025
Green Bay Packers linebacker Isaiah Simmons, the former eighth overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals in 2020, was shuffled among linebacker, safety and nickel defensive back with the Cardinals and New York Giants and never excelled at any of those positions. Part of the reason he signed with the Packers was their willingness to let him play exclusively at linebacker. ESPN's Rob Demovsky writes that Simmons has had the chance to line up with the starters at linebacker during the offseason program, despite the fact that Green Bay is deep at the position. "Honestly I feel like this is the most comfortable in a system I've been since I've been in the league," Simmons said. It's a notable development for the former Clemson start, but it won't guarantee a career turnaround, especially if he's not playing regularly. The 26-year-old had a career-low 21 tackles in 17 games (one start) with the Giants in 2024.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky
June 15, 2025
The Texas Rangers have placed right-handed pitcher
Tyler Mahle (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list prior to their contest on Sunday due to right shoulder soreness. In a corresponding move, the Rangers are promoting right-handed pitcher
Kumar Rocker from Triple-A. Rocker will get the starting nod this afternoon as well. On Saturday, the team announced that the veteran was dealing with soreness and would likely hit the IL. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status while he remains out of action. The 30-year-old has enjoyed an impressive start to the season, posting a 2.34 ERA with a 1.13 WHIP across 77 innings of work. During this stretch, he has only tallied 56 punchouts and held an 8.8% walk rate. While he remains out, Rocker should see several opportunities in the rotation.
--Andy SmithSource: Texas Rangers
June 15, 2025
Texas Rangers outfielder
Evan Carter (writ) is back in the starting nine on Sunday when the Rangers conclude a series against the Chicago White Sox. Carter was removed from Friday's game after suffering a wrist injury. While he was not expected to return this weekend, he was able to progress enough to get the nod in the series finale. Prior to his injury, the former top prospect was beginning to heat up at the plate, posting a stellar .556/.636/1.167 line with two doubles and three long balls over his last five contests. This afternoon, Carter will start in center field and bat in the five-hole. This afternoon, Carter and the Rangers are a strong play in DFS facing Chicago White Sox right-hander
Aaron Civale. Civale enters this game holding a high 4.91 ERA.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
June 15, 2025
SI.com's John Shipley guesses that Jacksonville Jaguars running back
Travis Etienne Jr. opens the year as the team's lead back. However, Shipley also writes that Etienne,
Tank Bigsby and rookies
Bhayshul Tuten and
LeQuint Allen will get some run at some point. Under a new coaching staff, many believed that Etienne's stock would continue to fall after another disappointing showing in 2024, when he had career-lows across the board in carries (150), rushing yards (558) and touchdowns (two) while catching 39 of 52 targets for 254 yards through the air in 15 starts. That could still be the case, especially since the former first-rounder now has to fight off a pair of rookies in addition to Bigsby. Etienne has fallen all the way to No. 35 in RotoBaller's preseason rankings for 2025, but he still has a chance to prove himself in a new offense as the RB1.
--Keith HernandezSource: SI.com - John Shipley
June 15, 2025
Chicago White Sox outfielder
Luis Robert Jr. (thumb) was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to thumb soreness. Instead, the White Sox will give
Michael Taylor the starting nod in center field. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Robert's status leading up to their next game on Tuesday evening against the St. Louis Cardinals. Over his last eight games, Robert has begun to find his footing at the plate, posting a .300/.364/.467 slash line with two doubles, one home run, and eight RBI. Prior to this recent surge, Robert posted a low .177/.266/.286 line with six doubles and five home runs through his first 55 games of the campaign. Robert has generated a solid 11.8% barrel rate, which suggests he should continue to see his power numbers increase throughout the summer. This afternoon, the White Sox are a viable target in DFS facing Texas right-hander
Kumar Rocker.
--Andy SmithSource: Jon Heyman
June
15,
2025
According
to
ESPN's
Shams
Charania,
the
Memphis
Grizzlies
are
trading
guard
Desmond
Bane
to
the
Orlando
Magic.
In
exchange,
Memphis
will
receive
guards
Kentavious
Caldwell-Pope,
Cole
Anthony,
four
unprotected
read more...
June 15, 2025
Minnesota Twins outfielder
Byron Buxton (elbow) was a late scratch from Sunday's lineup when they concluded a series against the Houston Astros. Buxton was pulled from Saturday's contest after being hit by a pitch in the elbow. While he was initially in Sunday's lineup, the team will opt to exercise caution and give him an extra day off. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his status leading up to their next game on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. Instead, the Twins will give
Harrison Bader the starting nod in center field. Buxton has enjoyed an impressive start to the campaign, holding a .273/.338/.502 line with 11 home runs and 12 stolen bases. He has generated a stellar 53.8% hard-hit rate with a .475 xSLG. The Twins are a viable target in DFS facing Houston left-hander
Brandon Walter.
--Andy SmithSource: Minnesota Twins
June 15, 2025
Despite Indianapolis Colts quarterback
Anthony Richardson (shoulder) having a setback with his surgically-repaired right shoulder that caused him to miss OTAs and minicamp this spring, SI.com's Jake Arthur writes that it will still be an open QB competition in training camp this summer between Richardson and
Daniel Jones. However, the Colts aren't going to rush Richardson back at the start of camp, which in theory gives Jones a leg up on the competition since he got all the reps at OTAs and minicamp. Arthur suggests Richardson would have to look outstanding in camp and the preseason, or Jones would have to lose control of the lead for Richardson to win the job outright heading into Week 1. With Jones having looked good, Arthur thinks it's hard to imagine how Jones isn't the current favorite. Richardson's injury issues are making it harder and harder for the Colts' staff to trust him.
--Keith HernandezSource: SI.com - Jake Arthur
June 15, 2025
New York Yankees first baseman
Paul Goldschmidt is not in Sunday's lineup when they conclude a series against the Boston Red Sox. Instead,
Ben Rice will cover first base and bat in the two-hole. The 37-year-old has been a staple in the New York starting nine throughout the campaign. Over his previous eight games, Goldschmidt has gone a bit cold at the plate, posting a .212/.297/.333 line with just one double and one home run. Through 69 total games, Goldschmidt has enjoyed a strong resurgence in the Bronx, holding a .309/.369/.453 line with seven home runs and five stolen bases. Under the hood, he has generated a solid .352 xwOBA. Fantasy managers should expect him to return to the lineup on Monday when they face the Angels. This afternoon, the Yankees are a strong target in DFS facing Boston right-hander
Brayan Bello.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
June
15,
2025
Chicago
Cubs
outfielder
Kyle
Tucker
retreats
to
the
bench
for
a
rest
day
on
Sunday
against
the
division-rival
Pittsburgh
Pirates
at
Wrigley
Field.
It
will
be
only
the
third
time
all
season
that
Tucker
finds
himself
read more...
June 15, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals second baseman
Brendan Donovan (toe) is back at the keystone and is batting leadoff for Sunday's series finale in Milwaukee against the division-rival Brewers and right-hander
Quinn Priester. It will be Donovan's first game action since Tuesday after he was diagnosed with a sprained left big toe. The 28-year-old utility man will wear a carbon-fiber orthotic in his shoe going forward, but it remains to be seen if it will negatively impact his production at the plate. Despite having one of the slowest bats in baseball, Donovan has hit .310 (77-for-248) on the year and has an expected batting average of .304 thanks to the consistent contact he makes. There's little fantasy upside otherwise, though, as the German infielder doesn't really provide power or speed. He has one hit and an RBI in three career at-bats versus Priester.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
June 15, 2025
Houston Astros third baseman
Isaac Paredes (hamstring) remains on the bench for Sunday's series finale against the visiting Minnesota Twins at Daikin Park.
Luis Guillorme will handle third base and will bat out of the nine-hole against Twins right-hander
Simeon Woods Richardson. Paredes suffered a strained left hamstring in Thursday's win over the Chicago White Sox, but for now, the Astros aren't putting him on the injured list. The 26-year-old has been one of the team's most consistent producers on offense in his first year in Houston, so fantasy managers are certainly hoping he can return sooner than later. Paredes is slashing .255/.353/.478 with an .831 OPS, 15 homers, 42 RBI and 37 runs scored on the season. He should be stashed in all leagues if he does go on the IL. Guillorme is a light-hitting veteran infield utility man and should be avoided for DFS purposes.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
June 15, 2025
Baltimore Orioles catcher
Adley Rutschman is not in the team's starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the visiting Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards.
Gary Sanchez is behind the plate to catch right-hander
Scott Blewett and will hit fifth against Angels left-hander
Yusei Kikuchi. It will be Rutschman's first day off since June 1. The 27-year-old switch-hitting backstop has had a good month of June so far after a slow start to the 2025 season, going 15-for-41 (.366) with two homers, two doubles, four RBI and eight runs scored in 11 games. Although six of his seven homers on the year have come against right-handers, Rutschman has gone just 34-for-157 (.217) against them. His batted-ball metrics show that more positive regression should be on the way. Sanchez came off the injured list on Saturday and promptly homered in Saturday's win. He's hit .286 in seven career at-bats against Kikuchi.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
June 15, 2025
Baltimore Orioles first baseman
Ryan O'Hearn (ankle) said his sore left ankle is feeling better on Sunday than it did on Saturday, but he'll remain out for the series finale on Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels. O'Hearn expects to be back to normal on Monday, which means he should be back in the lineup for the series opener in Tampa against the division-rival Rays.
Coby Mayo is making another start at first and will hit seventh on Sunday against Angels left-hander
Yusei Kikuchi. O'Hearn injured his ankle in Friday's win over the Halos, but it doesn't appear to be an injury that will send him to the injured list. The lefty slugger is having the best year of his career in his third year in Baltimore, slashing .310/.391/.502 with an .893 OPS, 10 home runs, 27 RBI, 28 runs and three steals in 58 games. Fantasy managers hope this injury won't slow him down.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Jake Rill
June 15, 2025
The Colorado Rockies have optioned right-handed pitching prospect
Zach Agnos to Triple-A. In a corresponding move, the Rockies activated left-handed pitcher
Austin Gomber (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list. Agnos made his MLB debut earlier this season and was quickly deployed in a high-leverage role. Through his first 8 2/3 innings of work, the No. 24-ranked prospect in the system posted a 3.2 ERA with a 0.92 WHIP. During this stretch, he tallied two saves and one hold. However, over his last 3 1/3 innings, Agnos has struggled, allowing six hits and 10 earned runs. Given his recent slump, the Rockies will opt for him to continue his development with Triple-A. While he heads back to the minor leagues, fantasy managers should expect
Seth Halvorsen and
Tyler Kinley to operate as the go-to options in save situations.
--Andy SmithSource: Colorado Rockies
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