Padres Acquire Ron Marinaccio From White Sox

The San Diego Padres announced on Friday that they acquired right-hander Ron Marinaccio from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations. The New York Yankees designated Marinaccio for assignment earlier this offseason before the White Sox claimed him off waivers. The 29-year-old reliever will now head to the National League West, where he'll […]

Texans Fire Offensive Coordinator Bobby Slowik

The Houston Texans have decided to move on from offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik. The organization decided it was time for a change after their offense saw a major decline in production this past season. In his first year, Slowik saw a ton of success with then-rookie C.J. Stroud under center. However, both Stroud and the […]

Nationals Sign Shinnosuke Ogasawara To Two-Year Deal

The Washington Post's Andrew Golden reports that the Washington Nationals signed Japanese left-handed pitcher Shinnosuke Ogasawara to an undisclosed two-year deal on Friday. The 27-year-old was an All-Star in Nippon Professional Baseball in 2023 and pitched nine seasons in Japan for the Chunichi Dragons. Last year, Ogasawara held a 3.12 ERA and 1.20 WHIP with […]

Ryan Pressly Doesn't Want To Go To East Or West Coast

The New York Post's Jon Heyman reports that Houston Astros right-handed reliever Ryan Pressly, who is being shopped by the Astros this offseason, has a full no-trade clause and has told the team that he does not want to go to the East or West coast. It means that he wouldn't approve a trade to […]

Jaguars Officially Hire Liam Coen As Head Coach

The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially hired Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen as their new head coach. It has been an odd couple of days, but it appears the drama is finally over. Coen originally interviewed with the Jags, but decided to head back to Tampa Bay instead. The Buccaneers were prepared to make […]

J.D. Davis Agrees On Minors Deal With Angels

Free-agent infielder J.D. Davis agreed with the Los Angeles Angels on a minor-league deal that includes an invite to major-league spring training on Friday, according to sources. Davis was only able to land a minor-league deal with the Halos after a disappointing 2024 campaign with the Oakland Athletics and New York Yankees. In 46 combined […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Expected To Miss First Month Of The Season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) is expected to miss the first month or so of the 2025 season while recovering from ACL surgery on his left knee, which is the second ACL surgery after he tore his right ACL back in 2021, according to The Athletic's Dennis Lin and David O'Brien. Acuna's recovery […]

Astros, Cubs Showing Significant Interest In Alex Bregman

The New York Post's Jon Heyman reports that the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs are believed to be showing significant interest in free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman, with the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox also still involved. The Astros were believed to have moved earlier this offseason, but they've rekindled interest in bringing him […]

Dallas Goedert Seen Practicing On Friday

According to Jeff McLane of Inquirer.com, Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (ankle) was seen practicing on Friday. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on his status on the final injury report, as he may carry an injury designation into the weekend. Goedert was unable to practice during the first two sessions of the […]

Aaron Rodgers Has Uncertain Future With New Head Coach

According to Rich Cimini of ESPN, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has an uncertain future with the team with new head coach Aaron Glenn. Cimini reported that, unlike the previous Jets coaching staff with Nathaniel Hackett, Rodgers has no direct ties with Glenn. Entering his age-41 season could encourage the Jets to look elsewhere […]

Dejounte Murray Listed As Probable Against Grizzlies

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) is considered probable to face off against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. The veteran combo guard is dealing with elbow bursitis but he's been able to play in the last 26 consecutive games including 45 minutes in their last outing against the Utah Jazz. In that game, he […]

Jets Expected To Hire Darren Mougey As Next General Manager

According to Josina Anderson, the New York Jets are expected to hire Darren Mougey as their next general manager. Earlier this week, the Jets hired Aaron Glenn as their new head coach as they hope to turn their roster around. Mougey worked with the Denver Broncos as a scout for several years before being promoted […]

Ja Morant Iffy On Friday Against Pelicans

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (illness) is suffering from an illness on Friday and has been listed as questionable for their game against the New Orleans Pelicans. It's unclear how severe the illness is, so they'll likely take the time from shootaround to warm-ups and see how he's feeling to decide on his status. If […]

Championship Sunday NFL DFS Cheat Sheet: Expert Picks and Lineups (Premium Content)

  All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to Championship Sunday of the NFL Playoffs! I'll bring you our famous NFL DFS Cheat Sheet with expert research and picks for cash games and GPPs each week. Here are a few notes about the sheet. Green means GO (good for the player), […]

Miles Bridges May Miss Friday's Game Against Blazers

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (back) has picked up a questionable tag for Friday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers. In their last game on Wednesday, Bridges clocked 34 minutes on the court and posted 17 points, six assists, five rebounds, and one steal. If he's unable to suit up for this one, Cody Martin […]

Quinshon Judkins Declaring For The 2025 NFL Draft

According to Pete Thamel of ESPN, Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins is leaving school early and declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. Judkins just completed his junior season at Ohio State. Judkins shared the backfield with senior TreVeyon Henderson during their championship season. Judkins ran for 1,060 yards on 194 attempts, while Henderson saw […]

LaMelo Ball Considered Questionable Against Portland

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (wrist) popped up on the injury report as questionable for Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He's dealing with a right wrist sprain at the moment and could come down to a game-time decision. Through 40 games, the Hornets are just 11-29, so they could opt to go the […]

Taylor Rapp Ruled Out For Championship Sunday

According to Matt Parrino of Syracuse.com, Buffalo Bills safety Taylor Rapp (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Rapp sustained this hip injury during their victory over the Baltimore Ravens last weekend. The 27-year-old was unable to practice all weekend and will set his sights on returning […]

Raiders Hiring Pete Carroll As Next Head Coach

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Las Vegas Raiders are hiring Pete Carroll as their next head coach. Carroll and the Raiders agreed to a three-year deal with a fourth-year option. Carroll was the head coach of the Seattle Seahawks for 14 seasons and led them to ten playoff appearances and their only Super […]

Andre Drummond Ruled Out Friday Against Cleveland

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) started in the 35-point loss to the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday and will head right back to the sidelines on Friday. The Sixers listed him with toe injury management which is what kept him out for a stretch of six games before playing two of the last three. With […]

Caris LeVert Draws Another Questionable Tag On Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Caris LeVert (wrist) remains on the injury report and is considered questionable due to a right wrist sprain. He's missed the team's last two games as they move into a back-to-back starting Friday against the Philadelphia 76ers. If there were a time to be cautious, it would be against the Sixers so […]

NFL DFS RB and WR Anchors for Conference Championship Sunday (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. This piece looks at the top running backs or wide receivers to use as core pieces to build your cash or tournament lineups around. Most weeks, I will recommend two running backs and two wide receivers you can use as building blocks, […]

Commanders vs. Eagles Start 'Em, Sit 'Em (NFC Championship) - Saquon Barkley, Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Zach Ertz

With the 2024-25 NFL season wrapping up, only a trio of games remain in the quest to crown the Super Bowl LIX Champion. Below you can read our matchups analysis article for the Commanders vs. Eagles game to help make any fantasy lineup decisions for whatever contest, league, or tournament you are participating in. The […]

MLB Prospect Power Rankings: Top 10 First Basemen

Entering 2024, Ralphy Velazquez was pushing Top 5 at this position but now finds himself rounding out the Top 10 following a lackluster 2024 showing. Velazquez showed a strong approach at the plat...

2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 25 Players for H2H Points Leagues

Dylan Cease continues to be one of the most reliable starting pitchers from an innings standpoint, which is very valuable in points leagues. In 2024, Cease made at least 30 starts for the fourth s...

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Friday, 1/24/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It's one of the smaller Friday night slates in recent memory, as we have just three games to dissect on tonight's FanDuel NBA DFS slate. Two of these games have some blowout potential with double-digit spreads. Of course, we have some injury news to monitor, too, as LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, and Caris LeVert all carry questionable […]

Conference Championship NFL RB Power Rankings - Saquon Stays On Top, Kareem Hunt Gets Favorable Matchup

The list of top 12 running backs gets quite thin with only four teams remaining. Steele didn’t touch the ball last Saturday, but he did rush for 25 yards on eight carries in the regular-seas...

2025 Dynasty Starting Pitcher Rankings: Pt. 1 with Eno Sarris - The Toolshed Podcast (Ep. 368)

Welcome to episode 368 of The Toolshed Podcast with Chris Clegg and Eric Cross brought to you by RotoBaller. The Toolshed is a fantasy baseball dynasty and prospects-focused podcast. Each week, hosts Eric Cross (@EricCrossMLB) and Chris Clegg (@ChrisCleggMiLB) dive into the world of dynasty leagues and cover all levels of prospects from the MLB […]

Power Ranking The Top 10 Players For Conference Championship Sunday

We begin with Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, who finally got to play with an elite quarterback in 2024 and responded with the first double-digit-touchdown season of his NFL career. McLau...

Brandon Eisert Traded To Tampa Bay

The Toronto Blue Jays have traded left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash considerations. The 27-year-old was recently designated for assignment to open a roster spot for Anthony Santander. The Oregon State product made his major league debut with the Blue Jays last summer, allowing three earned runs across […]