Tyler Mahle Starts Rehab Assignment On Tuesday

Texas Rangers right-hander Tyler Mahle (elbow) began a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. Manager Bruce Bochy said it's expected that Mahle will throw around 35 to 40 pitches, depending on how stressful his first couple of innings are. Mahle had Tommy John surgery when he was with the Minnesota Twins last […]

Josh Jung Still Not Swinging

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (wrist) said he's just taking everything day by day at this point and hasn't swung a bat since his last minor-league rehab game on June 20. Jung is still sore but everything remains fine structurally in his surgically repaired wrist after he visited with a specialist. While it's good […]

Still No Timetable For Michael Harris II

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (hamstring) has yet to test his hamstring by running, but that could happen soon. As a result, Harris still doesn't have a timetable for his return from the injured list. The 23-year-old center fielder continues to work his way back from a Grade 2 left-hamstring stain and won't be […]

Kyle Anderson Agrees To A Deal With Golden State

Free-agent forward Kyle Anderson agreed to a three-year, $27 million contract with the Golden State Warriors. The 30-year-old spent the last two seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves, and he finished the 2023-24 campaign by averaging 6.4 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.5 rebounds. Although Anderson isn't the most consistent statistical contributor, his durability makes him an […]

Clippers Reportedly Interested In Miles Bridges

According to Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times, the Clippers are interested in free-agent forward Miles Bridges. L.A. lost Paul George to the 76ers, so the Clippers have a significant void to fill. While the 26-year-old isn't in the same league as George from a talent standpoint, he still finished last season by averaging […]

Nacho Alvarez Jr.- Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 15)

BALLER MOVE: Monitor in Deeper Leagues CALL-UP ETA: Late 2024/Early 2025 ANALYSIS: It remains to be seen if the Atlanta Braves will call up their No. 6 prospect, Nacho Alvarez Jr., at any point this season. MLB Pipeline has Alvarez's estimated arrival to the majors in 2025, but the young shortstop is making a strong case to be […]

Leo Jimenez - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 15)

BALLER MOVE: Monitor in Deeper Formats ROSTERED IN: 0% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The Toronto Blue Jays called up their No. 5 prospect, Leo Jimenez, ahead of Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros. With Isiah Kiner-Falefa (left knee sprain) heading to the 10-day injured list, the Blue Jays filled that roster spot with Jimenez. The 23-year-old middle infielder […]

Noble Meyer Continues To Show Strikeout Potential

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Noble Meyer has continued to average a strikeout per inning even after moving up to High-A. Meyer was promoted to High-A Beloit on May 27 and has struck out 12 batters through his first 12 innings with a 4.50 ERA and 0.92 WHIP. He has allowed just five free passes. Earlier […]

Tyler Black Tallies Two Hits In Return To Triple-A

Milwaukee Brewers infield prospect Tyler Black was recently optioned to Triple-A Nashville after getting another short stint in the major leagues. In his first game back in the minors on Monday, July 1, the 23-year-old went 2-for-5 with an RBI and a walk. Through 54 games at Triple-A this season, Black has posted a strong […]

Ethan Salas In Seven-Game Slump

San Diego Padres catching prospect Ethan Salas has not tallied one hit in his past seven games at High-A Fort Wayne. Before this slump, the 18-year-old backstop was beginning to find some rhythm with a six-game hitting streak. In that stretch, Salas tallied two hits in four out of the six games. Overall, Salas has […]

2024 Fantasy Football Dynasty Rankings: Kyren Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr., Justin Herbert, Kyle Pitts, Stefon Diggs, Brock Bowers, Xavier Worthy

Hey, RotoBallers! It's always fantasy football season here at RotoBaller HQ. With the 2024 NFL Draft in the books, it's time for more fantasy football rankings! Today, we will review our NFL team's updated 2024 fantasy football dynasty rankings (the top-500 players), including Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Breece Hall, Puka Nacua, Kyren Williams, Kyle […]

Brendon Todd Struggling Heading To John Deere Classic

Brendon Todd produced a top-five result at the Valero Texas Open. The American golfer has struggled since, failing to record a top-25 finish since. Over the past three months, Todd has missed just two cuts but has not finished better than 36th. One of the biggest reasons is his ability to get off the tee […]

Walker Jenkins Caps Off Week With Second Long Ball Of The Season

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins capped off a big week by tallying two hits on Saturday, June 29, including his second round-tripper of the campaign. During the week, the number five ranked prospect on MLB.com posted a strong .290/.353/.516 slash line with nine total hits, nine RBI, and a 3:4 BB:K ratio. After missing […]

Lee Hodges Tries To Bounce Back After Rough Week

Lee Hodges had been on a nice run of good form. The American golfer nearly finished in the Top 10 at the Arnold Palmer and PGA Championship. Hodges made five straight cuts before missing the cut at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. His biggest weakness may be off the tee where he ranks 131st in strokes […]

Joe Kelly Beginning Rehab Assignment On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Joe Kelly (shoulder) will begin his minor-league rehab assignment on Tuesday with an appearance for Single-A Rancho Cucamonga. It's good news that Kelly has finally started a rehab assignment, but manager Dave Roberts said over the weekend that Kelly was unlikely to return to the big-league bullpen before the All-Star break […]

Shane Baz Scratched From Triple-A Start, Could Join Major-League Roster

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane Baz was scratched from his start on Tuesday evening at Triple-A Durham as he may be needed to provide depth on the major league roster, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The Rays are scheduled to play against the Royals on Wednesday and Thursday, but there […]

Clayton Kershaw Resumes Throwing

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw (shoulder) has started throwing again after experiencing shoulder soreness last week. Kershaw said he was relieved an MRI exam didn't reveal any more damage and that some "shots" helped alleviate the discomfort in his left arm. He is hopeful the pause won't push his timeline back too much into […]

Michael Thorbjornsen Looks To Learn More As Professional

Michael Thorbjornsen earned his PGA Tour card by graduating the PGA University as the top-ranked player. The American golfer has had golf in his blood and does have a Top 5 result from the 2022 Travelers Championship. He has fared well on the DP World Tour and PGA Tour with four Top 20 results. The […]

Dean Kremer To Return From Injured List And Start Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Dean Kremer (triceps) will return from the 15-day injured list to start on Wednesday against the Seattle Mariners. Right-hander Corbin Burnes will make his next start on Thursday after missing the team's series over the weekend while on the paternity list. Kremer will return to the rotation in Baltimore after missing the […]

Seamus Power Still Aiming For Consistency

Seamus Power has been very good one event and bad the next. The golfer from Ireland will make the cut one week and miss the next. This pattern has been continuing on and off for the past three months. Power still does not have a Top 10 result in 2024 but has several Top 25 […]

Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber Hit In The Cages Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (hamstring) and outfielder/designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (groin) both hit in the batting cages on Tuesday at Wrigley Field before the game against the Chicago Cubs. Harper and Schwarber also did some jogging. "They're coming along," manager Rob Thomson said. "I don't think they're too far away. I don't know […]

J.T. Realmuto Hits On The Field

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (knee) did receiving drills and was set to hit on the field on Tuesday for the first time since undergoing a right-knee meniscectomy on June 12. Realmuto had hit in the indoor cages the last few days before moving to the field before Tuesday's contest. It remains to be seen […]

Nick Dunlap Riding Ups And Downs Of PGA Tour

Nick Dunlap turned pro earlier in 2024. The American Express winner has had quite a rookie year. The American golfer has not fared so well in the major tournaments but then again, Dunlap is still only 20. He bounced back after a middling Travelers Championship to finish in the Top 10 at the Rocket Mortgage […]

Five Fantasy Football Second-Year Players With League-Winning Upside

The 2023 rookie draft class has aged quite well, and it appears to be a highly talented group. We saw several rookies from the class emerge as major contributors for fantasy gamers last year. While we saw some incredible performances from the 2023 rookie class, we could see even more from this group in 2024. […]

Kerry Carpenter Shut Down After Experiencing More Discomfort

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (back) experienced more discomfort in his back while completing his return-to-play progression and is now back to rest and rehab on a daily basis. Carpenter is attempting to return from a lumbar spine stress fracture and had resumed baseball activities on June 21. The 26-year-old wasn't going to be ready […]

Casey Mize To Land On Injured List On Wednesday

Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (hamstring) will be placed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with a hamstring injury that he suffered in his last start on Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels. It was initially believed that Mize was suffering from a hamstring cramp on Sunday, but it turned out to be a […]

Davis Thompson Rolling Into John Deere Classic

Davis Thompson started out 2024 pretty slowly. However, the surprise Top 10 result af the U.S. Open spurred the American golfer. Thompson shot all four rounds in the 60's at the Rocket Mortgage Classic last week. That resulted in a tie for second which almost vaulted Thompson into the Top 50 for the FedEx Cup. […]

Jack Flaherty Receives Injection For His Back, Skipping Next Start

Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty (back) received another injection in his back and will skip his next scheduled start on Wednesday against the division-rival Minnesota Twins. Instead, as long as he recovers well from the injection, the 28-year-old appears to be lined up to return to the rotation against the division-rival Cleveland Guardians. It's the […]

Alek Thomas Reinstated And Starting On Tuesday

The Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated outfielder Alek Thomas (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned rookie infielder Blaze Alexander to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move. Thomas will also be reinserted right back into the team's starting lineup on Tuesday against the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers, as he's playing center field and batting […]

Julio Rodriguez Dropped To Seventh In Batting Order

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez has been dropped to seventh in the batting order on Tuesday against the visiting Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Grayson Rodriguez. The 23-year-old Dominican outfielder has fallen flat in his third season in the big leagues in 2024 after winning American League Rookie of the Year honors in 2022 and being […]