Jaylen Brown Named Finals MVP

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown was named the 2024 Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP after the team closed out Dallas with a 106-86 victory on Monday. Brown, who was also voted the Eastern Conference Finals MVP during Boston's successful playoff campaign, had 21 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and two steals in the title-clincher. He […]

Jacob Wilson Begins Rehab Assignment

Oakland Athletics shortstop prospect Jacob Wilson (knee) began his rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Monday and went 1-for-2 with a single. Wilson, the club's No.1 prospect has been sidelined for over a month with knee tendinitis. Prior to his injury, Wilson hit a combined .437 with three homers, 22 RBI and just […]

Ed Howard Heating Up In High-A

Chicago Cubs shortstop prospect Ed Howard has struggled with some bad luck with injuries since being selected in the first round of the 2020 draft, but he has been healthy thus far and is on fire of late. Since May 26, Howard has hit an astounding .415 with an impressive .974 OPS for High-A South […]

Brice Matthews To Be Promoted To Double-A

The Houston Astros are set to promote shortstop prospect Brice Matthews to Double-A Corpus Christi. Matthews, 22, was the club's first-round pick in 2023 and his early success has allowed him to ascend quickly through the Astros system. Between Rookie Ball and High-A Asheville, Matthews hit a combined .340 with six homers, 18 RBI and […]

Los Angeles Rams Fantasy Football Team Preview - QB, RB, WR, TE Outlooks

Welcome to my 2024 fantasy football preview for the Los Angeles Rams, as part of my team-by-team fantasy football outlooks series. We are starting with the NFC West before moving to the AFC West and then down to the NFC/AFC South divisions. Our first entry focused on the Seattle Seahawks. For this second entry, we'll […]

Yankees To Promote Ben Rice

Joel Sherman of the New York Post has reported that the New York Yankees will promote catcher/first baseman Ben Rice to replace first baseman Anthony Rizzo (arm). Rizzo was diagnosed with a fractured right arm following Sunday's game and is expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks. Per MLB Pipeline, Rice is the Yankees No. 12 prospect. […]

2024 Fantasy Football Deep Sleepers: Tight End

I know we say it every year, but this year, tight end is deep. I mean, Kyle Pitts is TE6, and George Kittle is TE7. Either one of those guys can finish as the overall TE1 this season. Then you’ve got guys like Evan Engram, Jake Ferguson, and Brock Bowers just behind them. The position […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Cody Schrader

Cody Schrader took an unconventional path to the NFL, beginning his career at the Division II level before walking on at Missouri. He wasn't drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft. Schrader landed as a UDFA with the 49ers, where he'll look to carve out a role behind Christian McCaffrey. What will the 24-year-old running back […]

MLB DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (6/18/24) - Today's Top Lineups

We have a big 10-game slate on tap for today on both sites. You get a pinch hitter for a couple of days this week. I'm filling in for your regular Tuesday and Thursday starter, Euan. I'll try and give my best Lenny Harris impression and lead us to money! This article will provide my […]

Fantasy Football RB Stat Busts/Sleepers - Missed Tackles Forced Per Attempt

With the steady increase of committees over the years, running back has become one of the most frustrating positions for fantasy football managers. The days of endless bell-cow backs are gone. Despite the rise of committees, running back remains one of the most important positions in fantasy football. Gamers still need to pay sharp attention […]

Week 13 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include: Ben Rice, Ceddanne Rafaela, Zach Neto, Noelvi Marte, DJ Herz, Chad Green

Hey, RotoBallers! The first half of the MLB season will be over in about 30 days, with the All-Star break rapidly approaching. At Rotoballer HQ, we are back with more waiver wire articles to help you crush your league and provide a spark to your fantasy baseball teams. Today, we will review our fantasy baseball […]

Sonny Gray Fans Four In Quality Start Monday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Sonny Gray (8-4) picked up a quality start in a no-decision Monday night, fanning four batters while allowing four runs on five hits and two walks in an extra-inning victory over the Miami Marlins. Gray continues to flourish with his new team to the tune of a 2.95 ERA and […]

Masyn Winn Belts Game-Winning Home Run In Extra Innings

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn went 2-for-6 and belted a game-winning two-run home run in the 12th inning of Monday night's extra-inning victory over the Miami Marlins. Wynn has been excellent in his sophomore season with a .295 batting average and a .339 OBP. The young shortstop only has eight stolen bases which is […]

Brice Turang Belts Solo Shot Monday Night

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Brice Turang belted his fourth home run of the season Monday night, going 2-for-4 in the 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Angels. Turang doesn't provide much in the power department, but what he lacks in power, he's beyond making up for it in the stolen base and batting average department […]

Zach Plesac Picks Up Quality Start, Win In 2024 Debut

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Zach Plesac (1-0) picked up the quality start and win in his 2024 debut Monday night, giving up three runs in six innings on four hits and two walks with one strikeout in a 5-3 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers. Plesac was incredibly efficient on the night, as he only […]

Yusei Kikuchi Surrenders Five Runs In Four Innings

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (4-6) surrendered five runs in four innings pitched, allowing seven hits and no walks with seven strikeouts in a 7-3 loss Monday night to the Boston Red Sox. The home run ball was the Japanese left-hander's worst enemy, as he gave up four of them on the evening. […]

Ceddanne Rafaela Swats Solo Shot Monday Night

Boston Red Sox centerfielder Ceddanne Rafaela continued his torrid June on Monday night, going 2-for-3 with a solo shot and a pair of runs scored in a 7-3 win against the Toronto Blue Jays. Rafaela's home run, his eighth on the season, was just his first of the month, but the rookie has made up […]

Hitters Advanced Metrics Leaders for Barrel% - Fantasy Baseball Studs and Duds (Week 13)

Hello, RotoBallers, and welcome to our hitters advanced metrics leaders article for Week 13 of the 2024 fantasy baseball season! Today we will be taking a look at players like Jose Siri, Luis Robert, Michael Conforto, and more. As another week of baseball wraps up, I will recap which hitters had the most impactful plate […]

Pitchers Advanced Metrics Leaders for CSW% Statcast Studs and Duds (Week 13)

Welcome to another edition of RotoBaller’s Statcast Pitcher Studs and Duds article series for Week 13 of the 2024 fantasy baseball season! Today we'll be taking a look at names like Sonny Gray, Michael King, Lance Lynn and Andrew Abbott. Each week, I will select one stat, choose a few pitchers with strong metrics and […]

Joe Jimenez Earns First Save Of Season Monday

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Joe Jimenez picked up his first save of the season in Monday's 2-1 win over the Tigers. Jimenez came in to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by one and turned in a 1-2-3 outing with a strikeout to end the game. Closer Raisel Iglesias had pitched in three […]

Ozzie Albies Hits Go-Ahead Homer Monday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies made his one hit count in Monday's 2-1 win over the Tigers. Albies went 1-for-4 with a go-ahead solo home run and a strikeout. The 27-year-old deposited an eighth-inning Shelby Miller fastball deep into the right-field seats to put the Braves ahead for good. The HR was a welcome […]

Nick Yorke Continues Hot Start At Triple-A

Boston Red Sox second baseman prospect Nick Yorke was promoted to Triple-A Worcester earlier this month, and in 11 games there, the 22-year-old is 17-for-42 (.405) with four doubles, two home runs, nine RBI, 11 runs scored, three stolen bases, and a 9:11 BB:K. Romy Gonzalez came off the IL and got the start at […]

David Bednar Notches 15th Save Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar picked up his 15th save of the season in Monday's 4-1 win over the Reds. Bednar entered the game to pitch the top of the ninth inning up by three and delivered a 1-2-3 performance with a strikeout to end the game. The 29-year-old has converted all but three of […]

Paul Skenes Has Quality Start, Earns Fourth Win Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher rookie sensation Paul Skenes continued to impress in Monday's 4-1 win over the Reds. Skenes pitched six innings, allowing one run on six hits and a walk with seven strikeouts. The 22-year-old has looked every bit like one of the top fantasy prospects in baseball, going 4-0 with a 2.29 ERA, […]

Kenley Jansen Earns One-Out Save Monday

Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen earned his 12th save of the season in Monday's 7-3 win over the Blue Jays. Jansen entered the game in the bottom of the ninth inning up by four with two outs and runners on first and second. He induced a pop-out from Davis Schneider to end the game. […]

Tyler O'Neill Homers Twice Monday

Boston Red Sox outfielder/designated hitter Tyler O'Neill was in the middle of the home run parade in Monday's 7-3 win over the Blue Jays. O'Neill went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs, a walk, and an intentional walk. The 28-year-old clobbered a first-inning Yusei Kikuchi fastball deep into the left-field seats and took […]

Owen Caissie Up To Five Home Runs, 16 RBI In June

Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Owen Caissie belted his fifth home run in the month of June and eighth of the season on Sunday for Triple-A Iowa. The 21-year-old also drove in four runs, giving him 16 RBI in June and 40 on the season. Pete-Crow Armstrong and Alexander Canario have had multiple shots to make […]

Cristopher Sanchez Pitches Seven Strong Innings Monday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez rebounded nicely in Monday's 9-2 win over the Padres, improving his record to 4-3. Sanchez pitched seven innings, allowing two runs (one earned) on six hits and a walk with five strikeouts. The 27-year-old has been a fantasy asset again this season with a 2.91 ERA, a 7.68 K/9 […]

Kyle Schwarber Hits A Pair Of Two-Run Homers Monday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/designated hitter Kyle Schwarber put his power on display yet again in Monday's 9-2 win over the Padres. Schwarber went 2-for-3 with a pair of two-run home runs (including a 441-foot blast) and two walks. He was also caught trying to steal second base. The 31-year-old has provided plenty of counting stats as […]

Iowa NASCAR Green Flag Speed Rankings (Post-Race Analysis)

The NASCAR Cup Series ran the Iowa Corn 350 Presented by Ethanol at Iowa Speedway on Sunday evening, and it was Ryan Blaney who got his first win of the season and secured his spot in this year's playoffs along the way. Blaney led 201 of the 350 laps during the race. When it came […]