Justin Haley a Deep Sleeper Pick at Gateway

Don't sleep on Justin Haley at Gateway this weekend. The Rick Ware Racing driver is on a hot streak of sorts as of late, with finishes of 22nd, ninth, 18th, and 23rd over the last four Cup Series races. That is a major improvement for this Rick Ware Racing team that has been a constant […]

Todd Gilliland Has Huge Place Differential Upside at Gateway

Another race, another opportunity for Todd Gilliland to put up a massive Place Differential total on DFS sites. The Front Row Motorsports driver qualified 35th out of 36 cars for this weekend's Enjoy Illinois 300, which was a bit surprising considering his teammate, Michael McDowell, was the fastest in qualifying and will start from the […]

Austin Cindric Qualifies Second at Gateway, Now a Risky DFS Pick

World Wide Technology Raceway (otherwise known as Gateway) is one track where Austin Cindric has actually kind of excelled at in the Cup Series. In his two starts here, Cindric has finished 11th and 13th, which easily puts Gateway near the top in terms of average finish at a particular track for the Team Penske […]

Nolan Schanuel Remains Out Of Starting Lineup

Los Angeles Angels Nolan Schanuel (thumb) is sitting out for the second consecutive game with a thumb injury. Schanuel was a late scratch on Friday evening and will take another seat on Saturday. As a result, 29-year-old Willie Calhoun will start at first base and bat cleanup. Schanuel should be considered day-to-day for the time […]

CJ Abrams Scratched With Shoulder Injury On Saturday

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams (shoulder) was scratched from Saturday's lineup with a shoulder injury. At first, there was speculation that the budding superstar was sitting Saturday's contest out due to a head-related injury as he hit his head on the ground on Friday evening. However, it is now confirmed that the 23-year-old is dealing […]

Hurston Waldrep Promoted To Triple-A

Atlanta Braves starting pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep is being promoted to Triple-A Gwinnett after posting a dominant start at Double-A this season. Through 49 ⅓ innings, the 22-year-old held a 2.92 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP, with a 17:48 BB:K ratio. The Florida product got a small taste of Triple-A ball late last summer and […]

Gateway NASCAR Algorithm-Predicted Finishing Order (Premium Content)

All other NASCAR Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The NASCAR Cup Series season continues on this weekend with race number 15 and the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway (otherwise known as Gateway). This is a relatively new track to the Cup Series, as this will be just the […]

Gateway DraftKings NASCAR Lineup Picks and Projections (Premium Content)

All other NASCAR Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The month of June kicks off this weekend with the Enjoy Illinois 300 at Worldwide Technology Raceway (otherwise known as Gateway). This is the 15th race of the season, and Gateway is an interesting track and a relatively new addition to the Cup Series […]

Video: Backfield Committees To Attack - 2024 Fantasy Football RB Analysis

We're busy prepping for the upcoming fantasy football season here at RotoBaller! With early best ball drafts already getting underway, it's time to dive into some notable fantasy football players for the 2024 campaign. RotoBaller's David Rispoli digs into three backfield committees that you shouldn't shy away from in 2024. These RBs might be forced […]

CJ Abrams Scratched From Saturday's Lineup

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has been scratched from Saturday's contest against the Cleveland Guardians. While the reason for his absence is undisclosed, it's worth noting that Abrams hit his head on the ground playing defense on Friday, so it's possible he is feeling the effects of that situation despite him remaining in for the […]

Victor Robles Released By Nationals

The Washington Nationals have released outfielder Victor Robles on Saturday as the former top prospect continues to struggle at the plate. After several seasons of lackluster offensive output, Robles hit .299 alongside a .749 OPS across 36 games in the 2023 season but back issues put a strong halt on his campaign. Robles also showcased […]

Yimi Garcia Likely First Closing Option For Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Yimi Garcia is likely the club's first closing option with Jordan Romano (elbow) being placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday, according to skipper John Schneider. Schneider also mentioned that right-hander Chad Green could also see some save opportunities but Garcia is certainly the reliever of choice for fantasy managers […]

Joe Musgrove Hits 15-Day IL

San Diego Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove has landed on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. It's a concerning development for the 31-year-old who missed time in early May with an elbow issue before successfully returning with 8 1/3 frames of three-run ball (two earned) across a pair of starts before returning to […]

Yu Darvish Sent To 15-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish (groin) has landed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The veteran was still under evaluation ahead of Tuesday's scheduled start against the Los Angeles Angels and while he hadn't been ruled out of making that start, he has indeed been placed on the 15-day IL. Making matters worse […]

Danny Jansen On The Bench Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's afternoon contest against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. The 29-year-old went 0-for-4 with a pair of walks and a run scored in Friday's extra-innings win but will give way to Alejandro Kirk behind the dish on Saturday. Jansen is in the midst […]

Jordan McAbee's NASCAR Betting Picks: Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway (Premium Content)

All other NASCAR Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season rolls on this weekend with the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway (otherwise known as Gateway). Gateway is a relatively new track to the Cup Series, as they have only run two races ever here. […]

Starts and Sits - All Starting Pitcher Matchups for Fantasy Baseball (May 27 - June 2)

Welcome to our starting pitcher starts/sits for fantasy baseball Week 10 - Monday, May 27 through Sunday, June 2. How are your fantasy teams faring with nearly two months of baseball behind us? Do you know how to proceed with your rotation for the week? Not to worry, we're here to help as always and […]

Sean Murphy Getting Saturday Off

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy will be getting the day off on Saturday as the Braves continue a three-game set against the Oakland Athletics. Instead, Travis d'Arnaud will get the nod behind the dish and bat in the six-hole. Murphy was recently reinstated from the injured list with an oblique injury this week but has […]

Gateway NASCAR Qualifying Results and Starting Lineup

On Saturday morning, the NASCAR Cup Series held the qualifying session for this weekend's Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway (otherwise known as Gateway). This qualifying session consisted of two rounds. The first round was split into two groups, and the five fastest drivers from each group advanced to the second round. In […]

Mark Canha Remains Sidelined On Saturday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Mark Canha (hip) remains out of the starting lineup again on Saturday. The 35-year-old was a late scratch on Friday and will once again be sitting out due to hip discomfort. Chris McCosky reports that there is no inclination that Canha will not go on the injured list and that the team […]

Micah Parsons Skipping OTAs

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons has not been present for any of the team's voluntary organized team activities the last couple weeks. Head coach Mike McCarthy said that Parsons was "in really good shape" but that there is "work to do" with a new defense he will have to catch up on. McCarthy thinks […]

Joe Musgrove Heading To The Injured List

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (elbow) will be heading to the injured list, per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Musgrove is dealing with a recurrence of an elbow issue that kept him sidelined earlier in May. While this injury is not expected to be season-ending, the 31-year-old could miss an extended […]

D'Andre Swift Called A "Weapon Back"

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus called new running back D'Andre Swift "a weapon back" when asked why the team moved so quickly to sign him in free agency back in March to a three-year, $24 million deal. "You know we really needed that guy that can really operate on third down and even on […]

Lamar Jackson's OTA Absences Downplayed

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and the reigning NFL MVP has been absent for four of the team's first five voluntary organized team activities, including the last one on Thursday. With Jackson gone, veteran backup Josh Johnson has led the first-team offense. "It's this time of year; it's a voluntary time," head coach John Harbaugh […]

Davis Schneider - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 11)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 41% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Davis Schneider belted 21 home runs at Triple-A last season before the Blue Jays called him up in August and he went on to hit eight more in the majors. Over 35 games (116 AB) in 2023, Schneider collected 21 XBH in […]

Christian Bethancourt Placed On The Bereavement List

Miami Marlins catcher Christian Bethancourt was placed on the bereavement list on Saturday and will be out of the lineup for the next three days. In a corresponding move, the Marlins promoted backstop Jhonny Pereda from Triple-A Jacksonville. Bethancourt has struggled through his first 31 games of the season, posting a .162/.208/.250 line with just […]

C.J. Uzomah Taking Part In OTAs

Philadelphia Eagles tight end C.J. Uzomah (knee) was present for voluntary organized team activities this past week. Uzomah's 2023 season with the New York Jets ended early due to a knee injury, but he's apparently recovered and ready to go with his new team. In 12 contests (eight starts) in his second year with the […]

Bo Nix Continues To Impress

Denver Broncos rookie first-round quarterback Bo Nix continues to impress the coaching staff after having taken part in rookie minicamp and two weeks of voluntary organized team activities. "He's doing well," head coach Sean Payton said. "He's picking it up, and there's a lot that's going in. He's throwing it extremely well." Nix was selected […]

Joc Pederson Idle From Saturday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Joc Pederson is not in Saturday's lineup as they are scheduled to face southpaw Sean Manaea. The 32-year-old has yet to make a start against a left-handed pitcher this season, and Saturday will continue this pattern. As a result, Ketal Marte will shift to the designated hitter spot and bat leadoff, which […]

Marvin Mims Jr. Feeling Better Heading Into Second Season

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. said he's feeling better heading into his second year in the NFL, and the electric return man will also get more chances to return kicks in 2024 with the new league rules. Mims averaged 26.5 yards per kickoff return last year and had one of the league's four […]