2023 Rookie Hitter Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Outlooks for Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, Josh Jung, Jordan Walker, more

Major League Baseball fans and fantasy owners alike have had the pleasure of seeing some extremely talented rookie hitters either make their debuts this season or continue to make their mark on the league after being called up late last year. While some rookies have achieved more at the plate than others, that does not […]

Cleveland Guardians Fantasy Baseball Outlook - Are Guardians Hitters Due for a Big Second Half?

It's safe to say that the Cleveland Guardians offense was not touted as one of the highest-scoring groups in the league heading into the 2023 fantasy baseball season. But with superstar Jose Ramirez leading the way, and high-upside contributors like Andres Gimenez, Steven Kwan, Josh Bell, Josh Naylor, and Amed Rosario I don't think anyone […]

Will Quentin Johnston Finish As The Top Fantasy Rookie Wide Receiver In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

The Los Angeles Chargers selected wide receiver Quentin Johnston with the 21st overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Johnston was the second wideout off the board after an impressive final season at TCU.  Johnston started off his college career slowly, totaling just 55 catches for 1,121 receiving yards combined in his first two years. […]

Will Deshaun Watson Be A Top-10 Fantasy Quarterback In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Following an 11-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal-conduct policy, Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson made his season debut in Week 13 against his former team, the Houston Texans. It was the first time Watson stepped onto the field since the end of the 2020 season.  As expected, there was some rust. Watson only threw […]

Will Dak Prescott Be A Top-10 Fantasy Quarterback In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

It was a disappointing 2022 season for Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. He threw for just 2,860 yards and 23 touchdowns with a career-high 15 interceptions in 12 games. He missed five games due to a right thumb injury and finished the year as the QB18 in fantasy.  This season, though, could be a much […]

Will Jaxon Smith-Njigba Finish As The Top Fantasy Rookie Wide Receiver in 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba was either the No. 1 or No. 2 WR on almost everyone's draft board back in April. In his sophomore season at Ohio State, JSN caught 95 passes for 1,606 yards and nine touchdowns. In the 2022 Rose Bowl game, he went wild, catching 15 passes for 347 yards […]

Do These Prospects Matter for Fantasy Baseball? Jordan Lawlar, Jackson Merrill, Tink Hence, Noelvi Marte, and more

The National League shut out the American League in the 2023 Futures Game with a 5-0 victory on Saturday. With many concerned about the pitching in the game, Futures Game arms limited the game to a total of five runs, 11 hits, and struck out 22 combined. This week will be our second week of […]

Top 25 Fantasy Baseball Prospects To Stash - Updated Rankings for 2023 Redraft (Week 16)

Everybody sit back, relax, and take a deep breath. We've reached the All-Star break and it's time to take a quick breather and gear up for the stretch run of the 2023 fantasy baseball season. So, how are your teams looking? Still in the hunt? Do you need a boost at one position or category […]

Will Richardson Suspended For First Three Games

Free-agent offensive tackle Will Richardson, who was a fourth-round selection in 2018 by the Jacksonville Jaguars, has been suspended for the first three weeks of the 2023 regular season for undisclosed reasons. In his four seasons for the Jaguars, Richardson appeared at right tackle, left tackle and right guard, with the bulk of his playing […]

Will Amari Cooper Be A Top-12 Fantasy Wide Receiver In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper was the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Cooper had an excellent college career, totaling 228 receptions for 3,463 receiving yards and 31 touchdowns at Alabama. The former Alabama star had a productive rookie season, totaling 72 receptions on 130 targets for 1,070 […]

Kyler Murray Aims To Be Ready For Week 1

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (knee) continues to rehab from a torn ACL he suffered on Dec. 12 last year, but he's set a personal expectation of being ready to return to action by Week 1 this fall. "When you look further down the line, it seems like we got a long way to go. […]

Is Hendon Hooker Healthy Or Injured? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker was the 68th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The rookie quarterback had a productive college career. Hooker spent the first three years of his career at Virginia Tech. He completed 63.1% of his pass attempts for 2,894 yards and 22 touchdowns, compared to seven interceptions in 21 games. […]

Suns Looking To Move Cameron Payne

According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo, the Suns continue "to explore trade scenarios" surrounding guard Cameron Payne. The 28-year-old has played in Phoenix since 2019 and has proven to be a valuable depth piece. He finished last season by logging 10.3 points per game, including averaging 14.9 points and 7.1 assists in 15 starts. Payne […]

Heat "Chuckle" At Bam Adebayo Inquiries

According to ESPN's Zach Lowe, several teams have called about Heat center Bam Adebayo. However, Miami isn't interested, with Lowe reporting the club "chuckled" when asked about his availability. It's no secret Blazers guard Damian Lillard wants to play in South Beach. But Portland is not keen on taking back guard Tyler Herro, jeopardizing a […]

Mariners Claim Adam Oller Off Waivers From A's

The Seattle Mariners claimed right-hander Adam Oller off waivers from the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday after he was recently placed on outright waivers by Oakland. Oller will get another shot with a new team, but he'll remain in the American League West. The 28-year-old reliever allowed a whopping 24 runs (22 earned) on 29 hits […]

Tyler Gilbert Back From Paternity List

The Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated left-hander Tyler Gilbert from the paternity list on Wednesday and optioned right-hander Carlos Vargas to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move. Gilbert has only thrown three innings out of Arizona's bullpen at the major-league level so far in 2023, and he's allowed one earned run on two hits while walking one […]

Is Kadarius Toney A Breakout Candidate In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney was the 20th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. Toney had a productive college career, totaling 120 receptions for 1,590 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns. He also had 66 rushing attempts for 580 yards and two touchdowns during his three years at […]

Pels Not Ready To Move On From Zion Williamson

According to ESPN senior writer Zach Lowe, the Pelicans aren't ready to move on from forward Zion Williamson. At least a handful of clubs have likely called about the former Duke Blue Devil. However, New Orleans feels he's a game-changer when healthy. That said, although Williamson has averaged 25.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists […]

Brandon Barriera Could Return In A Few Weeks

Toronto Blue Jays left-handed pitching prospect Brandon Barriera (elbow) continues to build his arm up and is sitting at 92-94 mph during live batting practice sessions. The first-round pick from a year ago could be on pace to return from his left-elbow injury in a couple of weeks. The 19-year-old southpaw will be returning to […]

Bassil Hafez In A Rough Spot For UFC Debut

It could not be a worse situation for Bassil Hafez (8-3-1) to make his UFC debut this Saturday. He will be sharing the Octagon with the hottest welterweight rising star in the sport in Jack Della Maddalena. Hafez last competed in Fury FC, where he won back-to-back bouts. DraftKings sees Hafez as the night's biggest […]

No Movement On Deal Involving James Harden

According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, there hasn't been any movement surrounding a potential deal for Sixers guard James Harden. The 33-year-old remains adamant he wants out of Philadelphia. However, the team can take its time. Of course, there's always a chance Harden changes his mind and stays with the organization. But with a few months […]

Warriors Officially Sign Dario Saric

Free-agent forward/center Dario Saric agreed to a contract with the Warriors. The terms of the agreement weren't made public. The 29-year-old began last season with the Phoenix Suns but ended with OKC. In 20 appearances with the Thunder, he averaged 7.4 points, 3.3 rebounds, and shot 39.1% from deep. Saric's minutes will be limited in […]

Ricky Tiedemann Could Return To Double-A In Three Weeks

Toronto Blue Jays left-handed pitching prospect Ricky Tiedemann (biceps) has been up to 96-97 mph during live batting practice sessions and is trending toward a return to Double-A New Hampshire in around three weeks. Toronto is being extremely cautious with their top prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and they don't want to rush him back to […]

Jack Della Maddalena Can Continue His Rise With Victory

Ready to continue his dominance from early in his UFC career, Jack Della Maddalena (14-2) will look to go a perfect 5-0 in the UFC when he faces Bassil Hafez on Saturday. After a Contender Series victory in September of 2021, Maddalena would go on to win all four Octagon visits by first-round finishes. He […]

Addison Barger May Need Offseason Surgery

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Addison Barger (elbow) returned to Triple-A Buffalo on June 21 and has a home run, three doubles and seven walks in 12 games for the Bisons since then, but he may require offseason elbow surgery. He's played in eight games in the field since returning from his injury -- three […]

Alex Munoz Can Avoid Three-Fight Losing Streak With First UFC Win

Team AlphaMale product Alex Munoz (6-2) looks for his first UFC win when he faces an opponent in a similar situation in Carl Deaton III. Munoz began his career with three straight first-round finishes and earned decision wins in his next three bouts. Since the 6-0 start, Munoz has lost back-to-back Octagon visits against two […]

Yosver Zulueta Has Struggled With Command

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitching prospect Yosver Zulueta hit a batter and gave up a double while striking out two in the All-Star Futures game last Saturday. The team's No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, is focused on becoming more consistent with his delivery, which should help his command issues. Zulueta has a troubling walk […]

Orelvis Martinez Expected To Be Promoted To Triple-A

Toronto Blue Jays infield prospect Orelvis Martinez, the team's No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline, is expected to be promoted from Double-A New Hampshire to Triple-A Buffalo in the coming days. After making pitch recognition and swing decisions a focal point after he hit just .203 with 30 home runs a year ago at New […]

DL Hall Still Regaining Strength In Florida

Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect DL Hall (back) was sent back to Sarasota, Fla., last weekend with the goal of gaining strength and velocity after a back injury that he suffered during spring training. The young left-hander is known for a high-octane fastball, but his average velocity at Triple-A Norfolk this year has been only 93.5 […]