May 12, 2026, 10:01 AM ET

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) wasn't close to returning before the team's season ended on Monday night. "I know some people wanted me (to come) back, but obviously I wasn't close to clearing," Doncic said. "If I could be out there, I would be, 100%. Everybody in that room knows this is really tough. This is the best time to play basketball." Doncic missed the Lakers' entire postseason campaign after suffering a Grade 2 hamstring strain on April 2. He said he is running and shooting but hasn't progressed to contact work in practice. Losing Doncic for the playoffs was a massive blow to the Lakers. During his first full season in Los Angeles, Doncic averaged a league-high 33.5 points, along with 7.7 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 1.6 steals. Having turned only 27 earlier this year, he is set to remain a fantasy stalwart for the foreseeable future.--Taavi Pailk
Source: Associated Press

May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM ET

Despite playing in only two playoff games as a rookie in 2025, Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland's 25 postseason targets trailed only Puka Nacua, while only Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba amassed more receiving yards. Standing out from a loaded group of pass catchers when the games mattered most certainly drew the attention of dynasty managers, and with the Bears thinning their pass-catching ranks this offseason by trading away veteran DJ Moore, Loveland has become one of the most sought-after assets in fantasy. Loveland's 25 targets against the Packers and Rams were more than All-Pro Trey McBride saw over any two-game stretch in a year in which he broke the tight end reception record. While accuracy issues from quarterback Caleb Williams limited the impact of some of that raw volume, the former first overall pick is expected to take another step forward in his second season in Ben Johnson's offense, potentially elevating the entire Chicago offense. With the passing game expected to run through Loveland, Rome Odunze, and Luther Burden III, the second-year tight end has risen to RotoBaller's dynasty TE3, and at only 22 years old, he is already knocking on the door of the fantasy elite.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:58 AM ET

New York Mets starting pitcher Nolan McLean has only one win this season, but his numbers have been strong across the board despite his lack of run support. McLean has made eight starts this season, matching his total from last year after his promotion. He has an even higher strikeout rate (32.6%) than last year, with a lower WHIP (0.90) and FIP (2.39). His ERA is slightly higher than last season at 2.78, but the 24-year-old righty continues to progress across the rest of his metrics and should continue to grow into his ace potential as the year goes on. He has allowed three earned runs or fewer in every start this season and can continue to be a strong starting pitcher to anchor your fantasy rotation moving forward, despite his lack of consistent run support on an underperforming Mets team.--Zach Thompson
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:53 AM ET

University of Louisville running back Isaac Brown decided to return to the Cardinals program after initially considering entering the transfer portal, a big win for Jeff Brohm. Brown is undoubtedly one of the top ball carriers in the country, and his production proves it. On just 101 rushing attempts during last year's injury-plagued sophomore season, Brown tallied 884 yards and seven touchdowns. His 8.8-yard rushing average ranked No. 1 nationally among players with at least 100 carries. He posted nearly 1,200 rushing yards as a freshman in 2024 and was clearly well on his way to doing so if he had a full season in 2025. With the inexperienced Ohio State quarterback transfer Lincoln Kienholz under center for the Cardinals in 2026, expect Brown to be the engine of Louisville's offense. With 1,148 rushing yards as a junior, he could move into second all-time in career rushing yards by a Cardinal, trailing only Lamar Jackson.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:52 AM ET

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has yet to make plans for his future after his 23rd NBA campaign ended with a 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports. "I think you guys asked me about [retirement], and I've answered questions. I don't think I've come out and been like, 'Oh, retirement is coming,'" James said postgame. "With my future, I don't know, honestly. It's, obviously it's still fresh from, obviously losing [the series]. And I don't know. I don't know what the future holds for me." James, who turned 41 in December, was the Lakers' highest-paid player this term, earning $52.6 million. He doesn't have a contract or a contract option for next season. In 2025-26, James proved he can still be a highly impactful player, averaging 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists, and 1.2 steals.--Taavi Pailk
Source: Dave McMenamin

May 12, 2026, 9:48 AM ET

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers finished the 2025 season with career highs of 86 receptions and 1,211 yards, while his five touchdown grabs matched the previous high mark from his rookie campaign, good enough to land him as the WR7 in Half-PPR formats. With quarterback Lamar Jackson missing four games and hampered in several others, Baltimore's passing offense ranked in the bottom five of the league, but a weak receiver room allowed Flowers to rack up a 30% target share. The Ravens have experienced some offseason shakeups that make Flowers' continued success more challenging to predict, but the path still exists for the 25-year-old former first-round pick to continue rising in dynasty rankings. Baltimore spent third and fourth-round picks to strengthen the receiver room with USC's Ja'Kobi Lane and Indiana's Elijah Sarratt, but new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle has stated a clear goal of making the offense more explosive in 2026. With Jackson topping 4,100 passing yards as recently as 2024, Flowers has the opportunity to match his raw production from last season even if his target share takes a hit. At RotoBaller's WR26, Flowers is potentially still undervalued as the clear WR1 in an offense led by a perennial MVP-contender.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:45 AM ET

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell wrapped up the second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 28-point effort in Monday's 115-110 win. The 23-year-old sophomore had the best postseason scoring performance of his young career and also made a mark defensively, recording four steals. He had an outstanding 12-for-19 record from the field, though Mitchell made only one of four three-point attempts. He grabbed three rebounds and delivered four assists. The defending champions lost Jalen Williams (hamstring) in Round 1, but thanks to Mitchell's emergence, the team has done just fine without him. Since taking over Williams' spot in the starting lineup, Mitchell has averaged 21.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:43 AM ET

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman had a rough outing at home on Monday night, giving up seven runs (six earned) to the Rays on 10 hits in 4 2/3 innings. He took the loss to fall to 2-3 on the season with a 3.86 ERA and 3.29 FIP. The 35-year-old righty reached a notable milestone by recording his 2,000th career strikeout, but it wasn't a strong outing overall. He has allowed 13 runs on 20 hits in 16 1/3 innings over his last three starts, with three home runs against him. He'll look to get back on track on Sunday with a road matchup in Detroit against the Tigers. He's a fringe starting pitcher option in standard-sized leagues at this point, but he has proven in the past few years that he can find his rhythm even after tough stretches like this one.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:41 AM ET

South Carolina wide receiver Nyck Harbor has become more of a factor in each of his three years with the program, catching more passes for more yards and more touchdowns each season. Last year, he set career highs in receptions (30), receiving yards (618), receiving touchdowns (six), and yards per reception (20.6). Despite standing at 6'5" and weighing north of 230 pounds, Harbor possesses game-changing, sprinter speed, and he could be in line for more volume and explosives with new offensive coordinator Kendal Briles in Columbia for his senior campaign. Harbor is a freak athlete, but he hasn't turned into a polished NFL-type wideout yet. With a big season in 2026, he could raise his 2027 NFL Draft stock significantly, similarly to how former Gamecock Xavier Legette did in his last season on campus.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:37 AM ET

Jacksonville Jaguars running back LeQuint Allen Jr. was on the field a surprising amount for a seventh-round rookie, with his superior pass blocking leading to more offensive snaps than his fourth-round teammate Bhayshul Tuten. While his opportunities were still limited, touching the ball only 33 times in year one, the path to a larger workload is there for 2026. With the Jaguars saying goodbye to Travis Etienne Jr. in free agency, the backfield is set to be turned over to the two youngsters and free agent acquisition Chris Rodriguez Jr. Having seen more than 160 targets across his last three seasons in Jacksonville, Etienne's absence creates a major vacuum in the passing game, and while Allen made only 10 catches as a rookie, that's four more than Rodriguez has accumulated in his three-year career. After leaving Syracuse as arguably the most accomplished receiving back in a loaded 2025 draft class, Allen could handle the primary pass-catching duties in what profiles to be a high-powered Liam Coen offense. At RotoBaller's dynasty RB90, he's seen his value steadily rise throughout the offseason, but given the fantasy-friendly opportunity that could be in front of him, it's possible Allen is still being severely undervalued.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:36 AM ET

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 35 points as the defending champions completed their second-round sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers with a 115-110 road win on Monday night. He also had one rebound, eight assists, and one steal, finishing 11-for-22 from the field and 12-for-15 at the free-throw line. This was by far Gilgeous-Alexander's best game of the series, but it's scary that the Thunder didn't need the reigning MVP to be at his best to extend their postseason-opening winning streak to eight games. Mark Daigneault's team is looking unstoppable, though the Thunder could face difficulties in the Conference Finals if they meet San Antonio -- they have lost four of five meetings with the Spurs this season, including the NBA Cup semifinal.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:32 AM ET

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Anthony Nunez earned his second save of the season on Monday night in his team's 3-2 victory over the Yankees. With Rico Garcia taking on the heart of New York's batting order in the eighth inning, Nunez came on in the ninth and locked down the victory with one strikeout and one hit against him. He gave up a single to Paul Goldschmidt with two outs, but pinch-runner Jose Caballero was thrown out attempting to steal second base to end the game. Nunez has a 4.05 ERA and 4.57 FIP in his 20 innings this season with a win, two saves, and six holds. He hasn't been quite as dominant as Garcia, but the two high-leverage options will likely continue to split the closer workload for Baltimore until Ryan Helsley (elbow) is ready to return from the injured list. If you need saves in a deep league, Nunez is an option to consider, although Garcia is still the preferred pickup if he's available.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:29 AM ET

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and USC Trojans football programs have squared off 96 times since 1926, with the latest meeting in the 2026 season. This is one of the best rivalries in college football, but as of now, there are no scheduled matchups in the future. According to Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times, the two schools have recently begun active discussions for resuming the rivalry. Kartje said it's possible the two schools still won't meet until the 2030 season, given their current scheduling agreements with other programs, but the negotiations have begun to restore the must-see game at some point in the future. Based on what we know, Notre Dame wants to keep the game later in the season, while USC wants the game early in the year. That appears to be the main point of contention, and why the series was not renewed earlier.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: Ryan Kartje - The Athletic

May 12, 2026, 9:27 AM ET

Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham couldn't get going in Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, finishing a 112-103 loss with 19 points, three rebounds, six assists, one steal, and five turnovers. He had a solid 2-for-5 record from deep but went 7-for-16 overall from the field. The 19-point effort marks Cunningham's postseason career low. Cunningham posted a triple-double in Game 3, but he had a tough time on the road, going 39.5% from the field. In Game 5, Cunningham will be back at home, where he has recorded a 50.0 field-goal percentage.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:25 AM ET

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Paul Sewald remains a very solid option at the end of the game, as he picked up his ninth save of the year on Monday night against the Rangers. Sewald entered a 1-0 game and worked a hitless ninth inning, allowing just one baserunner on a hit-by-pitch. The 35-year-old righty has converted all nine of his save opportunities this season, allowing five earned runs on six hits in 14 2/3 innings for a 3.07 ERA and 4.34 FIP. While he isn't the most dominant option in the league, Sewald consistently sees opportunities as the primary ninth-inning option for Arizona. He has nine saves in Arizona's 20 wins this season, and that total ties him for seventh-most in the majors. If he's available on the waiver wire in a league where you need saves, he's definitely worth a look, given his safe floor.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:24 AM ET

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has had one of the strangest paths to begin an NFL career in recent memory, first falling to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft before making the Pro Bowl as a rookie despite throwing only seven touchdowns to 10 interceptions and completing fewer than 57% of his passes. With the Browns clearing house this offseason, Sanders will need to impress new head coach Todd Monken to reclaim the starting job with which he finished his rookie campaign. While Dillon Gabriel came off the board two rounds earlier than Sanders and was given the earlier crack at starting duties, and the team also spent a sixth-rounder in 2026 on developmental prospect Taylen Green, the early presumption is that the starting job will eventually go to either Sanders or veteran Deshaun Watson. Monken has stated that he would like to have a starter in place by the beginning of training camp. While some reports have suggested that Watson could have the initial edge, the former first-round pick of the Houston Texans has not thrown a pass in an NFL game since Week 7 of the 2024 season, and he is the only quarterback on the roster whose contract does not extend past 2026. At RotoBaller's QB34, Sanders should be viewed as a dynasty hold who could work his way back into a starting role or even see a bump to his value should the Browns opt to move him to another quarterback-needy team.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:19 AM ET

Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele's decision to return to the program following the coaching change from Justin Wilcox to Tosh Lupoi brings significant optimism that the team could be a contender in the ACC title race this season. Last year, as a true freshman, JKS completed over 64.2% of his passes for 3,454 yards, 18 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. The Golden Bears defeated two top-25 teams over their last four games, with Sagapolutele going over 320 passing yards in both upset wins. Momentum is building heading into 2026, and Sagapolutele is feeling it. "I'm very confident in our team," Sagapolutele said about Cal's chances at competing for an ACC title. "We have the guys to do it. We have the talent. It really just comes down to whether we want it enough, and I think we do." --Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: On3

May 12, 2026, 9:16 AM ET

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Rico Garcia was excellent in his inning of work on Monday night in his team's 3-2 win over the Yankees. However, his fantasy managers will be disappointed that he was brought into the eighth inning instead of the ninth and earned a hold rather than a save. Garcia faced Ben Rice, Aaron Judge, and Cody Bellinger, retiring the heart of the Yankees' lineup in order with two strikeouts. He only needed nine pitches to get through the inning, but was replaced by Anthony Nunez for the ninth. Garcia has a stellar 0.47 ERA and 0.42 WHIP in his 19 innings this season, with 22 strikeouts and seven walks. He had two saves and a win in his previous three appearances and will continue to get high-leverage spots for the Orioles. He is definitely still a top option for saves in Baltimore, but this game is a reminder that he's still part of a committee. He's a solid short-term add while Ryan Helsley (elbow) is out, but he isn't the only primary ninth-inning option for the O's, which does slightly hurt his fantasy value.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:15 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden logged his 40th postseason double-double in Monday's 113-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons, scoring 24 points and handing out 11 assists. He also made a significant impact defensively, recording three steals and one block. Harden notched 15 of his points in the first half. The former MVP let Donovan Mitchell take over the offense after the break -- Mitchell tied an all-time postseason record with 39 second-half points. While Harden posted a strong line, he went only 5-for-14 from the field, missing all five two-point attempts. The Pistons have disrupted Harden's offensive rhythm, limiting him to a 39.3 field-goal percentage. Still, Harden has made big plays in recent games and remains vital to Cleveland's success.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 9:12 AM ET

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins ran with power and purpose in 2025 before a dislocated ankle and fractured fibula ended his rookie season. Even with the presumption of full health heading into year two, there were still concerns that his fantasy ceiling could be capped in a pedestrian Cleveland offense. With the Browns committing heavily to one side of the ball in the 2026 NFL Draft, many of those concerns have been assuaged, and Judkins has risen to RB12 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings. With the ninth overall pick, Cleveland made Utah's Spencer Fano the first offensive lineman off the board before spending its next two picks on receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston. With 2025 breakout tight end Harold Fannin Jr. already in the mix, the Browns have assembled the pieces of what could be a potent offense, putting Judkins in a far more favorable position if the team can overcome what again projects to be below-average quarterback play. Judkins ran for 827 yards as a rookie, but with defenses often keying on him, only 11.1% of that total came before contact. The additions made by Cleveland through the draft should help to open more space, and if the team can find a quarterback fix through one of the four players currently on the roster or in a loaded 2027 draft class, Judkins' hard-running consistency could soon make him a dynasty running back worth building around.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 12, 2026, 9:08 AM ET

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy suffered a gunshot wound to his leg on early Sunday morning in Mississippi and underwent surgery. Obviously, it's never good to hear about something like this happening, but according to The Athletic's sources, his wound is not expected to be "career-threatening," and he is already on the road to recovery. All things considered, this is a great update on the situation. As of now, Hardy's timeline for a return to action is unclear, but it sounds like he has a great chance to return to the field at some point in the future. The 20-year-old took the SEC by storm last season, rushing 241 times for 1,560 yards and 16 touchdowns. He earned consensus All-American honors.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: The Athletic

May 12, 2026, 9:06 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell led his team to a series-tying 112-103 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday, scoring 43 points with a 13-for-26 effort from the field. Detroit limited Mitchell to just four first-half points before he ran amok in the second half. With 39 points, Mitchell tied the NBA record for most second-half points. He went 13-for-15 at the charity stripe, but one of Mitchell's misses came late in the game when he had a chance to break the record set by Eric Floyd in 1987. Mitchell, who finished 4-for-12 from downtown, added five rebounds, two assists, and one steal to his line. After a quiet spell in the playoffs, Mitchell has averaged 36.3 points over his last three games. He'll look to stay hot in Game 5 on Wednesday night.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 12, 2026, 12:21 AM ET

After combining for a .248/.284/.402 slash line, .686 OPS, 31 home runs, 138 RBI, 39 stolen bases, and 154 runs scored in 308 regular-season games over the last two years as a full-time player in Beantown, outfielder/second baseman Ceddanne Rafaela has been a disappointment through 38 games in 2026. Going into Tuesday's action this week, the 25-year-old is slashing .269/.336/.400, but with a career-high .736 OPS, three home runs, 16 RBI, 17 runs, and only two stolen bases across 143 plate appearances. Savvy fantasy managers should consider buying low on the Red Sox outfielder, even though he's currently in the 29th percentile in hard-hit rate and the 15th percentile in walk rate. So far in nine games in May, he's gone 10-for-35 (.286) at the plate with two home runs, six RBI, four runs scored, two stolen bases, two walks, and eight strikeouts. Rafaela is probably never going to be an asset in on-base percentage unless he cleans up his plate approach, but as an everyday player, he should offer enough power and speed to potentially threaten for a 20-20 campaign if he stays healthy.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Baseball Reference

May 12, 2026, 12:16 AM ET

It was a solid week in Charlotte this past week for Tommy Fleetwood, who ranked sixth in the field in strokes gained on approach (1.04). The 35-year-old ranked inside the top 25 in the other three strokes gained categories, while also ranking 11th in driving accuracy on the week. This week at Aronimink is an interesting opportunity for him to hunt down his first major championship, as this layout lends itself to someone with a complete game. Fleetwood isn't a leading player in any stat, but he measures up well across the board. He isn't the shortest player by any means, but he definitely prioritizes accuracy over length, which also plays well into the asks of this Donald Ross design. After finally breaking through in America last season, the next step for this tour veteran is capturing a major. This is certainly the golf course that makes perfect sense for it.--Todd McGill
Source: Data Golf

May 12, 2026, 12:07 AM ET

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Andres Gimenez was the team's offense on Monday night in their 8-5 loss to the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays at the Rogers Centre. Gimenez went 2-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, five RBI, and two strikeouts out of the eight-hole in the batting order. It was the 27-year-old Venezuelan's first career multi-homer game in his seventh year in the big leagues, and he's now up to five long balls in 38 games to start the 2026 campaign. Gimenez is not known for his power from the left side of the plate. In fact, he's mostly known as a strong glove on the middle infield. In his six years in the big leagues, he has hit double-digit home runs only twice, and not since 2023 with the Cleveland Guardians. Gimenez had seven round-trippers in 101 regular-season games with Toronto in his first season with the team in 2025. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect more power from Gimenez moving forward, and he's currently rostered in only 22% of Yahoo leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 11, 2026, 11:53 PM ET

After a drama-filled month--both on the course and off of it--Bryson DeChambeau returned to familiar dominance on LIV Golf last week in Virginia. The 32-year-old finished solo third after missing the cut at Augusta and his rant-fueled outing in Mexico before withdrawing with a wrist issue. It was a good bounce back before the year's second major this week in Philadelphia. However, with looming concerns about what next season and beyond will look like for guys like DeChambeau, it's easy to imagine even more stress being put on this week than usual. Aronimink figures to be a more difficult setup than traditional PGA Championships due to the unusual green segments and incredible bunkering around the property. The former SMU Mustang lacks in the short-game department, and the demand for superb accuracy with the irons doesn't necessarily play into DeChambeau's wheelhouse. There's still plenty of expectation for him this week, but it is farther from a foregone conclusion than it was this time last year.--Todd McGill
Source: Data Golf

May 11, 2026, 11:14 PM ET

Updating a previous report, Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (side) is considered day-to-day with left-side discomfort, which is good news, per Jeff Wilson of All City DLLS. Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start on Monday night versus the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks, and there's no word on when he will pitch next. However, it appears as if the Rangers avoided a big injury to one of their best starting arms. The 36-year-old veteran was sent for imaging after he first started feeling something in the morning. Eovaldi has a history with side/oblique issues, but for now, it looks like he could avoid a trip to the injured list. It's unclear right now when he might make his next start, so fantasy managers will want to check back on Tuesday for an update. Through his first eight starts in 2026 in his fourth year with the Rangers and 15th year in the big leagues, Eovaldi has gone 4-4 with a 4.15 ERA (4.69 FIP) and 1.17 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 10 walks in 47 2/3 innings pitched.--Keith Hernandez
Source: All City DLLS - Jeff Wilson

May 11, 2026, 11:09 PM ET

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash said that outfielder Chandler Simpson (leg) left Monday's win over the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays with a leg issue that they think "might just have been a cramp more than anything," according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Strength tests on Simpson's leg were good. He was likely going to be off on Tuesday with a left-hander on the mound for Toronto. "Then we'll go from there. But from all the reports, sounds really good," Cash said. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Wednesday to see if the speedy Simpson can return, but as of now, it looks like he has avoided a serious injury. Simpson had a big game for his fantasy managers out of the leadoff spot on Monday before leaving, too, going 3-for-5 at the plate with three runs scored and two stolen bases. The 25-year-old is now up to 14 swipes on the season. He has yet to homer through 149 big-league games, but Simpson is an elite speed threat for fantasy managers after he stole 44 bags in 109 games in his rookie campaign in 2025.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin

May 11, 2026, 11:01 PM ET

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Robbie Ray has been one of his team's lone bright spots early in the 2026 season, recording a 3-4 record with a 2.76 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts across his first 45 2/3 innings (eight starts). With a 26.1% strikeout rate, the 34-year-old remains a reliable source of whiffs for fantasy managers. However, Ray could be a logical sell-high candidate. Ray's has both poor command (10% walk rate) and a tendency to allow the long ball (1.58 HR/9), which points to likely ERA regression. He also got off to a similarly strong start in 2025 before losing steam down the stretch, pitching to a 2.65 ERA in the first half of the season and a 5.54 ERA after the All-Star break. If there's a monster offer out there for Ray, fantasy managers should at least consider moving the 34-year-old while his value is at a relative high point.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 11, 2026, 10:51 PM ET

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic is off to a strong start to the 2026 season, as he's posted a 3-1 record with a 3.50 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts across 46 1/3 innings (eight starts). Bubic has pitched particularly well of late, allowing just five earned runs while striking out 18 in 17 2/3 innings over his last three outings. However, Bubic's profile contains some red flags. For one, his 12.3% walk rate is unsustainably poor and points to likely WHIP regression. Additionally, Bubic missed the final two months of the 2025 season with a rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder. While he's managed to stay on the mound so far in 2026, his average fastball velocity is down to 92.1 miles per hour, and he's reached 100 innings in a season just once since 2022. Fantasy managers may be wise to consider selling high on Bubic in the midst of his current hot streak.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller