Termarr Johnson Struggling at Double-A

Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Termarr Johnson has posted an underwhelming .176/.263/.306 slash line with one double and two stolen bases. During this stretch, he has struck out eight times and drawn three walks. Through 78 total games with Double-A Altoona this season, the former fourth overall pick from the 2022 MLB Draft has held a […]

Travis Bazzana Knocks Double in Rehab Game

Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana (oblique) went 1-for-3 with two runs, two walks, and two strikeouts during his rehab game on Tuesday in the Arizona Complex League. In the opening frame, he hit a leadoff double against left-hander Blake Snell, who was also on a rehab assignment. Bazzana reported to Cleveland's ACL affiliate […]

Eduardo Tait Continues to Hit at Low-A

Philadelphia Phillies catching prospect Eduardo Tait has continued to enjoy a strong season with Low-A Clearwater. Through his first eight games in July, the No. 7-ranked catcher in minor leagues on MLB.com has held a .241/.333/414 line with two doubles, a home run, and seven RBI. Through 73 total games, the No. 4-ranked prospect in […]

Harry Ford Hits Slump in July

Seattle Mariners catching prospect Harry Ford hit a bit of a slump through the start of July at Triple-A Tacoma. The budding backstop has held a modest .206/.341/.353 slash line with two doubles and a long ball across eight games. However, during June, Ford held a much higher .263/.380/.406 line with five doubles, two home […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Andrew Painter, Logan Henderson, Trey Yesavage

During the first half of the campaign, fantasy managers have seen several high-end prospects not only get the call to join their major league rosters but also make an immediate impact for fantasy baseball. Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz and Cincinnati right-hander Chase Burns have emerged as must-start options in all formats heading into the […]

3 Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Bubba Chandler, Quinn Mathews, Cole Young

Fantasy managers who stashed the right prospect have seen their team's production soar many times during the first half. Several high-profile pitchers have emerged as strong options since making their debut, like Chase Burns and Noah Cameron. On the hitting side, Nick Kurtz and Chandler Simpson have shown high power and speed profiles in the […]

Clayton Kershaw Retires Both Batters In ASG Appearance

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw's 11th All-Star Game appearance, which could be his last, was a memorable one in Tuesday's Mid-Summer Classic. The 37-year-old, who was added to the National League team roster as a legend pick, relieved Paul Skenes and started the second inning. Kershaw faced his two batters mic'd up, getting a […]

Corbin Carroll Goes Yard In All-Star Game

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll made his one hit count in Tuesday's All-Star Game, which the National League team won on a 6-6 tie with a 4-3 tie-breaker home run swing-off. Carroll went 1-for-1 with a solo home run and a walk. The 24-year-old uncorked on a sixth-inning Casey Mize splitter, launching it into the […]

Brent Rooker Hits Three-Run Homer In ASG, Participates In Swing-Off

The All-Star break was all about home runs for Athletics outfielder/designated hitter Brent Rooker. The slugger hit a combined three long balls in Tuesday's All-Star Game, which saw the National League team win a 6-6 tie with a 4-3 tie-breaker home run swing-off. Rooker's one at-bat came in the top of the seventh inning, in […]

Eugenio Suarez Hit In Pinky In All-Star Game, X-Rays Negative

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez (pinky) did not enjoy Tuesday's All-Star Game as much as other players, but fortunately, he seems to have avoided any serious injury. Suarez entered the game in the top of the fifth inning as a defensive replacement. He grounded out in his first at-bat, and then got hit in […]

Pete Alonso Launches Three-Run Homer In Mid-Summer Classic

He did not participate in Monday's Home Run Derby, but New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso made sure to get in on the action in Tuesday's All-Star Game, which resulted in the National League team winning a 6-6 tie on a 4-3 home run swing-off. Alonso went 1-for-2 with a three-run HR. The 30-year-old […]

NL All-Stars Win On Tie-Breaker Home Run Swing-Off

Baseball fans got to see several new game features in Tuesday's All-Star Game, with the National League team winning a 6-6 tie on a 4-3 home run swing-off. The American League team scored two runs in the top of the ninth inning to tie the game and held the score in the bottom half, forcing […]

Nick Mariano's Week 16 Waiver Wire Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to the All-Star break (almost), which gives you a moment to sit back and take stock of your teams as we look towards second-half success. Since we won't have a clear picture of post-ASB rotations or intentions just yet, this piece will help […]

Junior Colson Competing for Starting Job

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Junior Colson is a "name to watch" in the competition to start next to Daiyan Henley at linebacker in 2025, according to Daniel Popper of The Athletic. A third-round pick in 2024, Colson played 11 games and made just one start as a rookie last season. Pro Football Focus graded Colson […]

Ravens Looking to Extend Isaiah Likely

The Baltimore Ravens "figure to make a push to extend" tight end Isaiah Likely, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. Zrebiec also writes that the team believes Likely to have "star potential." A fourth-round draft pick back in 2022, Likely is entering the final year of his rookie deal. He's played a complementary role […]

Kyle Pitts Not in Falcons' Long-Term Plans?

There have been no rumors indicating that an extension for Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is on the team's radar, according to D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The former number four overall pick in the 2021 draft, Pitts has been a disappointment relative to the hype he received as a prospect. Last […]

Browns in "No Rush" to Sign Quinshon Judkins to Rookie Deal

The Cleveland Browns are seeking clarity around rookie running back Quinshon Judkins' domestic violence incident and are in "no rush to sign (him) to his rookie contract or get him to camp," according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Judkins was arrested on domestic battery charges on Saturday night in Florida. The Browns used a […]

Robert MacIntyre Hoping to Bounce Back at Open Championship

It was a disappointing week at the Scottish Open for Robert MacIntyre, who posted a T65 in his title defense while averaging minus-1.19 strokes off the tee and minus-0.56 strokes putting. Thursday's two-under 68 was the best round of his tournament, as he failed to break 70 any of the following three days. He'll make […]

Shane Lowry Hopes to Repeat at Royal Portrush

The vibes have to be immaculate for Shane Lowry, who makes his return this week to Royal Portrush. The site of his lone major championship, it was a joyous occasion to watch through the rain and muck of the week's weather. He was undoubtedly the best player that week, leading the field in strokes gained […]

Brian Harman Hopes to Rekindle Some Magic at the 153rd Open

Since his run in late spring that included a win at the Valero Texas Open and a T3 at the RBC Heritage, Brian Harman has struggled to find consistency in both his iron play and off the tee. He's averaged -0.37 in strokes gained on approach over his last three starts. The driver has straightened […]

Updated 2025 Fantasy Football Dynasty Rankings: Top 500 Players - Malik Nabers, Jahmyr Gibbs, Drake London, Brock Bowers, Jayden Daniels, Bucky Irving

The 2025 fantasy football season is so close, yet so far away. That said, dynasty leagues never end or stop, so be sure to keep up with the latest trends and movements in the rankings. Below, you will find our updated 2025 fantasy football dynasty rankings (the top 500 players) after the 2025 NFL Draft […]

7 NFL Players Who Could Put Up Video Game Numbers for 2025 Fantasy Football

Everyone who has ever played Madden or any other sports video game knows that you can put up crazy numbers. Imagine if you got those stats in fantasy football? You would surely dominate. Unfortunately, your create-a-character is not in fantasy drafts. But having Ja'Marr Chase or Saquon Barkley was the closest thing to it last […]

JC Latham Could be Looking at Big Improvement in Second Season

Tennessee Titans offensive tackle JC Latham struggled in his first year in the NFL in 2024 after being taken seventh overall out of Alabama. Although he played right tackle for the Crimson Tide in college, Tennessee was intent on using him at left tackle in his first year in the league, but that backfired, so […]

Tykee Smith Could be Every-Down Player for Bucs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers second-year cornerback Tykee Smith, who also has experience at safety, could become an every-down player for the team in 2025, according to Dan Pompei of The Athletic. Smith's production as a nickel corner in his rookie season -- 54 tackles (38 solo), two interceptions, seven pass breakups and three forced fumbles in […]

Derick Hall has High Ceiling Going into Third Season

Seattle Seahawks third-year outside linebacker Derick Hall has a high ceiling going into 2025 after recording 37 tackles (20 solo), eight sacks, six tackles for loss, 20 QB hits, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown in 17 games (14 starts) in 2024. The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar writes that Hall's combination […]

Kaleb Johnson an Ideal Scheme Fit in Pittsburgh

The Athletic's Mike DeFabo writes that rookie third-round running back Kaleb Johnson is an ideal scheme fit for Pittsburgh Steelers coordinator Arthur Smith's offense after Iowa alum excelled on wide-zone runs with the Hawkeyes. Although the Steelers weren't very efficient, only three teams ran the football more in 2024. The 21-year-old Johnson has plenty of […]

Michael Carcone Returns to Utah on One-Year Contract

Winger Michael Carcone has signed a new one-year contract with the Utah Mammoth. He was an unrestricted free agent after spending four years in the Utah/Arizona organization. The 29-year-old returned to the team on a minimum-salary deal. Carcone made 53 appearances with Utah last season, recording 19 points (seven goals, 12 assists). He experienced a […]

Kelee Ringo Will Get his Chance in 2025

The Philadelphia Eagles didn't make any external moves this offseason to replace cornerback Darius Slay, which shows the confidence they have in Kelee Ringo, according to The Athletic's Brooks Kubena. Despite his struggles in his second year in 2024, Kubena adds that Ringo has the physical tools to become a starter for the Eagles this […]

Bowen Byram Signs Two-Year Deal with Sabres

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has reached an agreement on a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension. Byram was a restricted free agent and avoided a salary arbitration hearing that Buffalo had elected. 2024-25 marked Byram's first full season with the Sabres, and he made a significant impact with a career-high 38 points (seven goals, 31 […]

Kool-Aid McKinstry in Line to Start

New Orleans Saints cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry is in line to start in his second year in the NFL now that both Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo are out of town, according to Larry Holder of The Athletic. The former second-rounder (41st overall) out of Alabama became a starter for the Saints midway through his rookie […]