James Robinson Signs With Giants

The New York Giants have signed running back James Robinson to a one-year deal. Robinson was recently cut by the New England Patriots because of injury issues stemming from his torn Achilles' tendon in 2022. The signing of Robinson seems like a depth move ahead of the inevitable Saquon Barkley holdout. The two sides were […]

Justin Turner Shifts To Second Base

Boston Red Sox infielder Justin Turner normally serves as the designated hitter, but will actually get to play the field on Friday. The 38-year-old will cover second base for the seventh time this season. He's also started at third base seven starts this season, but usually serves as the DH. The fact he's moving around […]

Dominic Smith To Sit Out On Friday

Washington Nationals first baseman Dominic Smith is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The left-handed slugger will sit this one out against left-hander Alex Wood. The Nationals will play matchups and have right-handed Michael Chavis cover first base and bat seventh on Friday. Also, Stone Garrett will play […]

Francisco Mejia Placed On 10-Day Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Francisco Mejia (knee) was forced to exit early during Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles due to knee discomfort. He underwent further testing that revealed Mejia suffered a left knee MCL sprain. He'll now be shut down for an extended period of time. That means, Christian Bethancourt should do a majority […]

Jarren Duran Playing On Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran will make his return to the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Mets. The lefty outfielder sat out Thursday's game due to the fact left-hander Ken Waldichuk was on the mound for Oakland. Duran will return to the leadoff spot and cover left field versus right-hander […]

Garrett Cooper Returning To The Lineup

Miami Marlins first baseman Garrett Cooper is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The 32-year-old is making his return to the lineup after sitting each of the last two games. It sounds like those were routine rest days, so fantasy managers shouldn't worry about Cooper dealing with an injury. […]

Molly McCann Returns To Action In Co-Main Event

Molly McCann (13-5) is set to face off against Julija Stoliarenko at UFC London inside The O2 Arena in London, England, on Saturday. McCann is looking to bounce back from a first-round submission loss to Erin Blanchfield that happened last November at UFC 281. Prior to that loss, "Meatball" was on a three-fight winning streak […]

Julija Stoliarenko In Dire Need Of Victory

Julija Stoliarenko (10-7-2) will enter enemy turf when she faces off against Molly McCann on Saturday. She is looking to return to the win column. In her most recent fight back in October, Stoliarenko suffered a first-round TKO to Chelsea Chandler. Since signing with the UFC, Stoliarenko has lost four fights while winning one, with […]

Nathaniel Wood Hopes To Extend His Winning Streak

On Saturday at UFC London, Nathaniel Wood (19-5) will make his third consecutive featherweight appearance since his move from bantamweight in 2022. He is set to face UFC veteran Andre Fili in a featured main-card bout. Wood has gone 2-1 in the Octagon against tough competition. Wood defeated Charles Rosa and Charles Jourdain by unanimous […]

Is Melvin Gordon A Good Fit For The Ravens? Fantasy Football Outlook

Veteran running back Melvin Gordon is set to join the Baltimore Ravens for the 2023 NFL season. The former Pro Bowler is well beyond the running back age apex at 30 years old, but the Ravens clearly believe he might have some juice left in his career. His best days are almost definitely behind him, […]

Andre Fili Looking For Second Straight Win

At UFC London this Saturday, Andre Fili will make his 19th UFC appearance as he takes on hometown fighter Nathaniel Wood. The Team Alpha Male fighter is coming off a split-decision win over Bill Algeo last September at UFC Vegas 60. With that win, Fili snapped a three-fight losing streak. DraftKings sees Fili as the […]

RIVAL Fantasy MLB DFS Props - Over/Under Picks for Friday, July 21st, 2023

Welcome to our new series covering RIVAL Fantasy picks for MLB! We will focus on two fantasy contest types offered on RIVAL - Challenges and FantasyBook (Over/Under). Challenges are H2H matchups between two MLB players. You choose which one you think will score the most fantasy points, then place a bet to back it. If […]

Melvin Gordon Heading To Baltimore

Veteran running back Melvin Gordon reached an agreement on a one-year deal worth up to $3.1 million with the Baltimore Ravens on Friday. The 30-year-old running back played in 10 games for the Denver Broncos last season, rushing 90 times for 318 yards (3.5 YPC) and two touchdowns and catching 25 passes for 223 yards. […]

Drew VerHagen Could Return On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Drew VerHagen (hip) came through his one-inning minor-league rehab stint well on Thursday. If he recovers well on Friday, he could come off the 15-day injured list on Saturday to rejoin the Cardinals' bullpen. The 32-year-old reliever gave up a run on Thursday for Double-A Springfield, but he looks to be […]

Alejandro Kirk Goes Deep In Win Over Padres

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk went 3-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, a run scored and a walk in Thursday's 4-0 shutout win over the visiting San Diego Padres to help the team avoid a three-game sweep. The long ball was Kirk's first since June 5, so hopefully it will get him going […]

Diamondbacks Have Inquired About Lucas Giolito

The Arizona Diamondbacks, along with the Los Angeles Dodgers, have inquired about Chicago White Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito, according to sources. The White Sox are going to be sellers ahead of the Aug. 1 trade deadline, and Giolito is one of their most attractive pieces. Arizona has already lost its lead on the National League […]

Austin Riley On A Home Run Binge

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley homered in his third straight game and went 2-for-4 with a triple, three RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's 7-5 win over the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. The 26-year-old slugger has been on fire in the last three ballgames, going 6-for-13 with four home runs, a double, a triple, […]

MLB Underdog Predictions - Today's DFS Prop Picks for Friday, July 21, 2023

Happy Friday, RotoBallers! Welcome to our Underdog Fantasy MLB DFS prop picks for Friday, July 21, 2023. Welcome back to our DFS series covering Underdog Fantasy contests! We will continue to focus on the MLB DFS props offered on Underdog called Higher/Lower (Over/Under). Higher/Lower is traditional over/under DFS prop picks – whether you think pitchers […]

Edmond Sumner Receiving Interest From Multiple Teams

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, free agent guard Edmond Sumner is receiving interest from the Bucks, Hornets, Raptors, Heat, and Suns. The 27-year-old was a backup point guard for the Nets last season and averaged 7.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game while appearing in 53 games. Most of the teams interested […]

Blue Jays Acquire Genesis Cabrera From Cardinals

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired left-hander Genesis Cabrera from the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday in exchange for minor-league catching prospect Sammy Hernandez. Cabrera had been designated for assignment by the Cardinals on Monday. The 26-year-old Dominican southpaw struggled for St. Louis in 32 appearances out of their bullpen this year before being DFA'd, as […]

Rudy Gay Drawing Interest From Playoff Teams

Free-agent forward Rudy Gay is currently drawing interest from the likes of the Warriors, Lakers, Mavericks, Bulls, and Pelicans, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The 36-year-old veteran may not be playing the same kind of minutes that he used to, but he's been relatively healthy for a depth piece. He's spent more time at […]

Miguel Amaya Doing The Catching Against Cardinals

Chicago Cubs rookie catcher Miguel Amaya will draw the start behind the plate on Friday to catch left-hander Justin Steele, and he'll bat ninth in the lineup against St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Jack Flaherty. Yan Gomes will serve as the designated hitter and bat seventh. Amaya has essentially become the Cubs' No. 2 catcher over […]

P.J. Tucker Has Come Up In Trade Discussions

Philadelphia 76ers forward P.J. Tucker has been included in trade discussions with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Clippers reportedly like the way that Tucker can guard multiple positions and take on the opposing team's top scorer. As of right now, the two sides remain at a stalemate regarding a […]

Brendan Donovan Out Of Friday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan (arm) is not in the team's starting lineup on Friday against the division-rival Chicago Cubs and left-hander Justin Steele. The left-handed-hitting Donovan is once again on a no-throw program for several weeks due to an arm injury, but it won't keep him from hitting in a designated-hitter role. Jose […]

Nolan Gorman, Lars Nootbaar Out Against Lefty

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Nolan Gorman and outfielder Lars Nootbaar are both out of Friday's lineup against left-hander Justin Steele and the division-rival Chicago Cubs. Jose Fermin will get the start at second base and bat in the nine-hole, while Andrew Knizner gets the start behind the plate and bats eighth. Willson Contreras will serve […]

Al-Quadin Muhammad To Visit With Jets

Free-agent defensive lineman Al-Quadin Muhammad, who has started in recent seasons for the Indianapolis Colts and Chicago Bears, has a visit scheduled with the New York Jets on Friday. Muhammad was released by the Bears in February after recording 29 tackles (15 solo) and one sack in 16 games (nine starts) for the Bears last […]

Titans Restructure Kevin Byard's Contract

The Tennessee Titans and Pro Bowl safety Kevin Byard agreed to terms on a restructured contract for the 2023 season on Friday, according to a source. Byard's base salary is now $11 million, and there are incentives that can get him back to the $14 million that he was originally owed. The Titans are freeing […]

Bulls Sign Onuralp Bitim To Two-Way Contract

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Chicago Bulls have signed Onuralp Bitim to a two-way contract which would bring them to three total two-way deals. Bitim is a 24-year-old forward that played in the Turkish Super League for the last three seasons. Last year, he averaged 18.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.2 […]

Falcons Put Caleb Huntley On PUP List

The Atlanta Falcons placed running back Caleb Huntley (Achilles) on the Physically Unable to Perform list on Thursday after he suffered an Achilles injury in a Week 15 loss to the New Orleans Saints last year. Huntley was never expected to be ready for the start of training camp next week, although he's consistently been […]

Kemba Walker Heading Overseas To Play In France

Free agent guard Kemba Walker has officially signed with AS Monaco to play in France next season on a one-year deal. Seemingly, teams weren't willing to risk any money on the health of Walker's knees, so he'll try to prove himself overseas. AS Monaco is the reigning champion of the LNB Pro A League and […]