Paul Sewald Reinstated from Injured List

The Cleveland Guardians have activated right-hander Paul Sewald (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list and optioned lefty Doug Nikhazy to Triple-A Columbus. Sewald is back after an IL stint that lasted over two months. He hasn't pitched in the majors since April 28 because of a shoulder strain. The 35-year-old recorded an unappealing 6.17 ERA […]

Michael King Pain-Free, Not Throwing Off Mound Yet

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King (shoulder) hasn't taken a major league mound since May 18 because of a nerve issue in his throwing shoulder. A month and a half later, King is pain-free, but he's not ready to resume throwing from a mound. "This is as optimistic as we've been, (but) we're still guarding […]

Jordan McAbee's NASCAR Betting Picks: Chicago Street Course - Grant Park 165 (Premium Content)

The NASCAR Cup Series is back on the streets of Chicago, as the Grant Park 165 is set to take place on Sunday afternoon. This will be just the third time that NASCAR has raced on the Chicago Street Course. Shane van Gisbergen won the inaugural event and then Alex Bowman went to victory lane […]

Masataka Yoshida to Return Next Week

The Boston Red Sox will activate designated hitter/outfielder Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) during a homestand that runs through all of next week. Yoshida will play two rehab games at the Double-A level this weekend and then get Monday off, Red Sox manager Alex Cora said. The Red Sox could activate him anytime after that. The 31-year-old […]

Mitch Keller Drawing Interest from Mets

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller is drawing interest from the New York Mets, according to Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Keller has been popular in rumors leading up to the July 31 trade deadline, which makes sense for multiple reasons: He's a quality starter who's under reasonably priced control through 2028, and the last-place […]

Cam Schlittler to Make Yankees Debut During Upcoming Week

The New York Yankees plan to promote right-handed pitching prospect Cam Schlittler from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre during the upcoming week, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. Schlittler will start at home on either Tuesday or Wednesday against the Seattle Mariners. The Yankees are in dire need of immediate rotation help with Ryan Yarbrough on […]

Chicago Street Course NASCAR Qualifying Results and Starting Lineup

On Saturday afternoon, the NASCAR Cup Series held the qualifying session for this weekend's Grant Park 165 at the Chicago Street Course. The qualifying session consisted of just one round but the groups were split into two sessions. There were 41 cars on the entry list this week, which means one did not qualify. That […]

Corey Heim Does Not Qualify for Cup Race at Chicago Street Course

Corey Heim's birthday didn't go as planned. The Toyota Racing driver was poised to make his third Cup Series start of the season this weekend at the Chicago Street Course, but after the No. 67 Toyota made contact with the wall early in the session, Heim was the slowest driver to make a lap in […]

Joe Jimenez Throws First Bullpen Since Knee Surgery

Atlanta Braves reliever Joe Jimenez (knee) threw his first bullpen session this past week, since undergoing offseason knee surgery. The right-handed pitcher also claimed that he would do his best to convince the team to let him pitch before the end of this season. Last November, he had cartilage removed from his left knee and […]

Chicago Street Course NASCAR Practice Speeds, Lap Averages, and Notes

The NASCAR Cup Series ran a single practice session at the Chicago Street Course on Saturday afternoon in preparation for the upcoming Grant Park 165 on Sunday afternoon. The 41-car field was split in to two groups for practice, with each group getting 25 minutes on track. Cup will practice in two groups 25 minutes […]

J.P. France has Thrown Multiple Live Batting Practice Sessions

Houston Astros right-hander J.P. France (shoulder) has been throwing live batting practice sessions and will continue to do so for the time being. After a mini breakout in 2023, France had difficulty staying healthy last season, ultimately requiring surgery for a capsule tear in his shoulder in July of 2024. Now, just over one year […]

LaJohntay Wester Stands out on Special Teams

In a recent episode of the 'Locked On Ravens' podcast, former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Qadry Ismail shared his thoughts on sixth-round rookie wideout LaJohntay Wester, noting he could become a valuable weapon for quarterback Lamar Jackson. Wester reportedly took well to punt returns during OTAs, and also made a few plays in the passing […]

Luis Garcia Throwing More Live Batting Practice

Houston Astros right-hander Luis Garcia (elbow) has progressed along with his live batting practice sessions without any setbacks. The right-hander has had an extended absence after undergoing Tommy John Surgery in May of 2023. Now, more than two years later, he finds himself on the cusp of beginning another rehab assignment. He started one last […]

Jaylen Wright - 2025 Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates and Draft Sleepers

RotoBaller Ranking (half-PPR): RB49 Fantasy Draft Analysis: Despite not being a big-name recruit, Jaylen Wright made a solid impact in his freshman year at Tennessee, rushing for 249 yards and two touchdowns. He led the team in rushing in 2022 and 2023, racking up 1,888 yards and 14 touchdowns on the ground during that span. Despite […]

Alex Verdugo Released

The Atlanta Braves have released veteran outfielder Alex Verdugo, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. Verdugo cleared waivers after the Braves designated him for assignment on Wednesday. After spending the winter on the open market, Verdugo joined the Braves on a one-year, $1.5 million contract in late March. It didn't work out, as Verdugo slumped […]

Stacking Dennys NASCAR Podcast - 2025 Chicago Street Course - Grant Park 165 DFS, Betting Picks

Lead RotoBaller NASCAR analyst Jordan McAbee is joined by co-host Nick Giffen in an all-new episode of Stacking Dennys - one of the top podcasts in the NASCAR betting and DFS industry. Jordan and Nick discuss their DFS strategy and betting picks on the board for the upcoming Grant Park 165 at Chicago Street Course. […]

Cristian Javier Continues to Throw Live Batting Practice

Houston Astros starter Cristian Javier (elbow) has thrown multiple live bullpen sessions as he continues to ramp his arm back up to game form. The right-hander last pitched for the Astros at the end of May 2024 before succumbing to an elbow injury that ultimately led to him needing Tommy John Surgery the following month. […]

Hunter Greene to Begin Triple-A Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (back, groin) will begin a Triple-A rehab assignment on Tuesday, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Greene has been on the 15-day injured list twice this year because of a strained right groin, and the latest issue has kept him out since June 3. The 25-year-old has also dealt […]

Hector Neris to Join Astros on MLB Deal

Veteran right-handed reliever Hector Neris has agreed to a Major League contract with the Houston Astros, Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 reports. Neris became available when the Los Angeles Angels released him on Thursday. He has posted a horrific 7.80 ERA with 20 strikeouts, eight walks, and seven holds over a combined 15 innings between […]

Spencer Arrighetti Will Throw One More Bullpen Before Facing Live Batters

Houston Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti (thumb) will throw one more bullpen session before advancing to face live batters. This upcoming session will be his third such bullpen since injuring his hand in April during the team's batting practice. Assuming there are no setbacks here, Arrighetti will look to throw to live batters before entering a […]

Yimi Garcia Placed on 15-Day injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays have placed reliever Yimi Garcia (ankle) on the 15-day injured list with a sprained left ankle. The team recalled right-hander Robinson Pina from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. This continues an injury-plagued year for Garcia, who just returned from a long stay on the IL this week.. He missed the […]

Clarke Schmidt Likely to Undergo Tommy John Surgery

Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt (elbow) has likely suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow and is expected to require Tommy John surgery, manager Aaron Boone announced. Unfortunately for Schmidt and the Yankees, this isn't a surprising outcome after he exited his start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday with forearm tightness. […]

Paul Goldschmidt, Giancarlo Stanton Out of Lineup Saturday

New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton are not in the team's lineup against the New York Mets on Saturday. The right-handed duo will take a seat against Mets righty Frankie Montas. Cody Bellinger will shift from the outfield to first base, Jasson Dominguez will handle left, and Ben Rice […]

Formula 1 British Grand Prix DFS: DraftKings Daily Fantasy F1 Lineup Picks (2025)

Formula 1 heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix. Max Verstappen is on the pole this weekend after a stellar qualifying time. Can he parlay that into a win to get him back in the championship hunt, or will the McLaren duo get past him and continue to pull away from the field? Last […]

Mason Thompson Returns from 60-Day Injured List

Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Mason Thompson (elbow) was activated from the 60-day injured list on Saturday. In a corresponding move, the Nationals optioned right-handed pitcher Zach Brzykcy to Triple-A Rochester and shifted right-handed pitcher Derek Law to the 60-day injured list. Thompson has been sidelined since undergoing Tommy John surgery during the 2024 campaign. He […]

Nolan Arenado Scratched from Saturday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (shoulder) was scratched from Saturday's lineup due to a right shoulder impingement when they continue a series against the Chicago Cubs. Arenado was held out of action earlier in the week due to a finger injury and now appears to have another injury. Fantasy managers should continue to […]

Andres Gimenez Sidelined on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Andres Gimenez (ankle) is not in the starting nine on Saturday when the Blue Jays continue a series against the Los Angeles Angels. Gimenez suffered an ankle injury during the contest against the Yankees on Wednesday. While he was able to return to the starting nine on Friday, Gimenez was […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Starting on Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (foot) is back in the starting nine on Saturday when the Blue Jays continue a series against the Los Angeles Angels. Guerrero was held out of action on Friday after suffering a minor foot injury on Thursday. However, the 26-year-old was able to avoid a serious injury […]

Tim Tawa Optioned to Triple-A Reno

The Arizona Diamondbacks have optioned infielder Tim Tawa to Triple-A Reno. In a corresponding move, the Diamondbacks have activated outfielder Corbin Carroll (wrist) from the 10-day injured list. Tawa has enjoyed an extended stint in the majors this season. During his first taste of the majors, the rookie infielder has held a modest .200/.262/.355 slash […]

John Johnson's Top Best Ball Draft Targets: 5 Must-Have Fantasy Football Players for 2025

As most of you likely already know, best ball is a fantasy football format in which you draft a team and never have to worry about setting your starting lineup. Your end-of-week lineup will automatically become the optimized lineup -- the one that, together, scored the most points. For these reasons, there are a few […]