Alex Young Strikes Out a Dozen

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Alex Young pitched the best game of his young career on Saturday night, shutting out the Reds for eight innings while striking out 12. The 25-year-old left-hander has been more than adequate since being called up on June 27, going 7-3 with a 3.38 ERA in his 12 starts. Young has now […]

Justice Hill Will Look To Exploit Running Style Against Dolphins

Baltimore Ravens rookie running back Justice Hill is in a favorable position to get a lot of touches this season. The fourth-round pick is labeled as the team's third running back on the depth chart going into Sunday's game against the Dolphins but offers a uniquely different running style than Mark Ingram and Gus Edwards. […]

Mitch Garver Continues Homer Barrage

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver continued his career year on Saturday night, popping two more home runs in a 5-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians. The two blasts now give Garver 28 home runs in only 309 plate appearances on the season, trailing only Gary Sanchez in that department among catchers. Garver has been one […]

Robert Woods Ready To Go Against Carolina

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods appears to have the toughest matchup out of all the Rams receivers on Sunday, as he figures to see a lot of Panthers cornerback James Bradberry. Although Woods is sure to see a lot of Bradberry, the Rams will move the 27-year-old receiver around the formation to get […]

Christian Yelich Does It All in Walk-Off Win

Reigning MVP and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich is doing everything he can to keep the award in 2019, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and three walks. Yelich saved the biggest hit for last, doubling home Tyler Austin in the bottom of the ninth to give the Brewers the 3-2 victory. Yelich is not […]

Justin Verlander Continues Dominant Season

Relative to his last start - a 14-strikeout, no-hitter against the Blue Jays - Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander was ho-hum on Saturday night, beating Seattle 2-1. Verlander was hit around by the Mariners, giving up one run on four hits while striking out only seven in seven innings. Seemingly saving his best pitching […]

Greg Zuerlein Is Back To Legatron Status

Although Los Angeles Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein dealt with injuries late in 2018, he is back and full go heading into the 2019 season. The Rams-Panthers game this Sunday is one of four games featuring an over/under of 50 or more points, making Zuerlein a good bet to get some field-goal opportunities this week. Zuerlein […]

Javier Baez's Season Now in Jeopardy

Out since last Sunday after injuring his hand sliding into second base, Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez got bad news on Saturday after an MRI revealed a hairline fracture in his left thumb. A clearer timeline won't be known until after Baez sees a hand specialist on Monday but hopes of him returning for the […]

Minnesota Vikings Defense Not In Great Week 1 Spot

The Minnesota Vikings Defense have a tough task ahead of them as they take on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1's tilt. The Falcons, who ranked sixth in yards-per-game and 10th in points-per-game in 2018, have a dangerous offense featuring Matt Ryan, Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley, and a healthy Devonta Freeman. The Vikings have an […]

Brandin Cooks Set For A Big Week 1

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks is entering his second year with the team and should make a big impact early. The sixth-year receiver out of Oregon State is in his second year playing with quarterback Jared Goff and he has a winnable matchup on Sunday against Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson. Jackson has […]

Kyle Rudolph Not A Recommended Option In Week 1

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is not a recommended play against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1's contest. The Falcons, despite being susceptible to the pass, only allowed six tight ends to eclipse 9.8 points in 2018. Rudolph remains the Vikings starting tight end, but rookie Irv Smith Jr. looms as a receiving threat […]

Jared Goff Finally Gets Cooper Kupp Back

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (knee) is coming off ACL surgery, but he made it through training camp without issues and will play against the Panthers on Sunday without limitation. Kupp will likely be matched up against another player coming off a devastating injury, Ross Cockrell, who broke his leg in 2018. It's a […]

Aaron Hicks Could Be Done For Season After Setback

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks may not be recovered in time to rejoin the team this year after suffering a setback in his rehab, according to manager Joe Girardi. While the latest MRI showed no new damage to Hick's right-UCL, it also didn't show enough progress to allow Hicks to resume throwing. And that […]

Luis Castillo Strikes Out 10 in Loss

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo pitched well in a 2-0 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday. Castillo allowed two runs over 7 2/3 innings while striking out 10. Castillo wound up the hard-luck loser as his offense scraped together just three hits in the loss. The young right-hander is having a fantastic season, posting […]

Christian Walker (1B, ARI) - Week 24 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 37% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker is heating up in August, just in time for those owners in the playoff hunt. Walker has had a fine showing in his first year as the Diamondbacks starting first baseman, slashing .264/.350/.479 and hitting 25 home runs with […]

J.J. Nelson Steps Into WR2 Role

Oakland Raiders wide receiver J.J. Nelson will now step into a starting role with the recent loss of Antonio Brown. He's been limited in all of the team's practices this week as he recovers from a preseason Week 2 ankle injury, but the team hasn't shown any concern for his availability Monday night. Nelson has […]

Hunter Renfrow Destined For Higher Target Share

With Antonio Brown's high volume of targets now up for grabs, Oakland Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow should see an uptick in opportunities in lieu of this recent vacancy. The fifth-round rookie has perhaps the most reliable hands on the squad as well as quick agility to get open on shallower routes, making him a […]

Darren Waller Looks To Profit With One Less Mouth To Feed

In the wake of the Antonio Brown release, the Oakland Raiders will look to feed the ball more often to their new starting tight end, Darren Waller. His large 6-foot-6 stature, combined with his tremendous athletic ability, pegged him as a sleeper prior to this development, but now he may become a more featured option, […]

Tyrell Williams Now Raiders De Facto WR1

With the loss of Antonio Brown to the Oakland Raiders offense, wide receiver Tyrell Williams will now step into the vacant WR1 role. He profiles better as a complementary player, but he is now the team's top option at wideout with J.J. Nelson moving up the depth chart to the WR2 role. Williams' value takes […]

Michael Pineda Hit With 60-Game PED Suspension

Minnesota Twins right-hander Michael Pineda was suspended for 60 games for violating MLB's drug policy on Saturday. Pineda, who was coming off an excellent 10-strikeout outing against the Cleveland Indians on Friday, will begin his suspension immediately. He tested positive for hydrochlorothiazide, which is a diuretic normally used as a masking agent. The suspension means […]

Phillip Lindsay Possibly Hurt By Antonio Brown Release

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay may have been hurt by the Oakland Raiders decision to release Antonio Brown on Saturday. Heading into the season, the Broncos coaching staff has been adamant that there would be more of a timeshare between Lindsay and Royce Freeman. Lindsay averaged 5.4 yards per carry last year and figured […]

Mark Andrews A Risky Roll Of The Dice Against Miami

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews was a trendy sleeper coming into the summer, but the hype died down a little when it became clear that the Ravens will operate with a rotating group at the position. Andrews has clear talent, but the timeshare situation and matchup are not beneficial this week. The Dolphins are […]

Antonio Brown Agrees To Join Patriots

Free-agent wide receiver Antonio Brown has agreed to join the New England Patriots, per Adam Schefter. This news is a stunning development not just for Raiders fans, but for fans of any AFC team. Terms have not been disclosed, but one of the most talented receivers in the game will join quarterback Tom Brady and the […]

Vance McDonald Might Struggle Against Patriots

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald thrived as the team's starting tight end in 2018, catching 50 balls for 610 yards and four touchdowns. In Week 1 of 2019, McDonald gets a matchup against the New England Patriots Defense. The Pats ranked eighth last year in DVOA against the tight end position, and while they […]

Alex Bregman Hitting .413 Since August 1

Houston Astros shortstop Alex Bregman will look to continue his torrid stretch at the plate when the team hosts the Mariners on Saturday. After hitting only .233 in the month of July, Bregman has been an unstoppable force. Since Aug. 1, Bregman is 50-for-121 (.413) with one triple, seven home runs, 18 doubles, 31 runs […]

Michael Brantley Posting .931 OPS At Minute Maid Park

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley is hitting only .232 over his last 56 at-bats but will get some home cooking as the team hosts the Mariners on Saturday. Brantley has been fantastic at Minute Maid Park this season, slashing .331/.391/.540 with 11 home runs and 17 doubles through 63 games. Brantley has been a consistent […]

Yordan Alvarez Fighting Through Slump

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is stuck in his first major league slump heading into Saturday's action. Alvarez is 3-for-26 (.115) over his last seven games with 12 strikeouts. He has only one extra-base hit over his last 30 at-bats after slugging .670 in the month of August. The rookie has been so fantastic […]

Jose Altuve Slugging .599 At Home This Season

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve will have a favorable matchup against Yusei Kikuchi and the Mariners on Saturday. Altuve is having a dynamite second half of the season and has thrived at home this season. In 49 games at Minute Maid Park this season, Altuve is slashing .307/.376/.599 with two triples, 10 doubles, 14 […]

Justin Verlander Looking For 18th Victory Saturday

Houston Astros starter Justin Verlander will be looking to deliver an encore after throwing a no-hitter in his last start when he takes the mound on Saturday against the Mariners. Verlander (17-5) now has 61 strikeouts over his last 41 1/3 innings pitched and continues to dominate the competition. Verlander is allowing opponents to hit […]

Justin Upton Slugging .842 In September

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton is heating up over his last 25 at-bats and hit third Saturday against the White Sox. Upton is slugging .842 in the month of September with one double, three home runs and six runs batted in over his last five games. It has been a miserable, injury-plagued season for […]