Jonathan India Remains Out Sunday

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (illness) remains out of the starting lineup on Sunday against the visiting Los Angeles Angels. India was removed from Saturday's 7-5 win over the Halos due to illness and he's apparently still not feeling well enough to play. Fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for now and check back... Read More

Outfield Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 5 (2024)

We are not deep into the 2024 MLB action, but it's never too early to submit waiver claims. This article will discuss fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for the outfield in Week 5 -- April 22 through April 28. It still might be premature to give up on the struggling players who excited you during... Read More

Fantasy Baseball 1B/3B Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 5 (2024)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our first base and third base fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for Week 5 – April 22 through April 28. It's hard to believe the season's first month is almost over. April certainly hasn't been uneventful for MLB, with the many pitching injuries, the uniform fiasco proving all too real, and... Read More

Victor Scott II Optioned To Triple-A

The St. Louis Cardinals optioned outfielder Victor Scott II and right-hander Andre Pallante to Triple-A Memphis on Sunday and recalled catcher Pedro Pages and right-hander Nick Robertson from Memphis in corresponding moves. Scott, the club's No. 3 prospect per MLB Pipeline, went 0-for-3 in the 12-5 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday and hasn't... Read More

Is Denny Hamlin Recommended For Talladega?

Joe Gibbs Racing driver Denny Hamlin will start 23rd for this week's GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway after qualifying. In 36 starts at Talladega, Hamlin has two wins, 16 top-10 finishes, and 434 laps led, which is second-most of all drivers in the field this week. The driver of the No. 11 Toyota also has... Read More

Jose Ramirez Not Playing Sunday

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez is out of the team's starting lineup on Sunday as they take on the visiting Oakland Athletics. In Ramirez's absence, Gabriel Arias will start at the hot corner and bat eighth in the batting order against A's right-hander Ross Stripling. Ramirez, a five-time All-Star, has gotten off to a... Read More

Cristian Javier Scratched With "Neck Discomfort"

Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier (neck) has been scratched from his start on Sunday versus the Washington Nationals with "neck discomfort." Right-hander Hunter Brown will start in his place. Fantasy managers will obviously want to move Javier to their benches for Sunday's action. The Astros have an off day on Monday, but it's unclear when... Read More

Red Sox Put Triston Casas On 10-Day Injured List

The Boston Red Sox announced on Sunday that they have placed first baseman Triston Casas (rib) on the 10-day injured list with a left-rib strain and recalled catcher Tyler Heineman from the minors in a corresponding move. Casas will be out now until May after injuring his rib in Saturday's contest against the Pittsburgh Pirates.... Read More

Justin Haley Is A Top DFS Value At Talladega

In his first Talladega Superspeedway start driving for Rick Ware Racing, Justin Haley qualified 27th for the GEICO 500. This will be Haley's fourth start of 30th or better this year and the fourth-highest of his career at the Alabama track. In eight Cup starts at Talladega, Haley has six top-20 finishes, including each of... Read More

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: 2B/SS Pickups for Week 5

The deeper we get into the season, the more intriguing things get on the waiver wire. What once looked like a hot start for a player is trending towards the start of a breakout campaign with each passing game. On the other end of the spectrum, players we drafted to be starters have either gotten... Read More

William Byron Is One Of The Top Favorites To Win Talladega

For the GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway, William Byron gained a starting position of 13th, marking the fifth time this season he will start outside the top 10. In 12 races at Talladega, Byron has four top-10 finishes, including both of last year's events at the site. The driver of the No. 24 Chevrolet is... Read More

Who Offers The Best Value At Wide Receiver Right Now? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

Football never sleeps at RotoBaller! With some high-stakes best ball drafts already underway, we're digging into what the fantasy football landscape will look like in 2024. RotoBaller's David Rispoli breaks down the wide receiver that stands out as the best value on the board in early 2024 fantasy football drafts. Win MORE in 2024 with... Read More

Christopher Bell Is Best Suited As A Tournament Play At Talladega

In qualifying for this week's GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway, Christopher Bell scored a starting position of 10th. This marks his lowest start position at a Talladega spring race since 2020, when he drove for Leavine Family Racing. In eight Cup starts at Talladega, Bell has five top-20 finishes with two inside the Top 10.... Read More

Fantasy Baseball Hitter Streamers - Top Waiver Wire Pickups and Starts for Week 5 (Apr 22 - Apr 28)

As injuries pile up and spots open up on your roster, the need to grab some solid hitters off the waiver wire increases in importance. Maybe you've just decided it's time to part ways with a struggling slugger and go in a new direction. For whatever reason you need hitting, I'm here to help! Our... Read More

Jackson Chourio Homers, Gets On Base Four Times Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio went 2-for-3 with a single, home run, and two walks in Saturday's 12-5 victory over the Cardinals. Chourio also drove in two runs, scored three times, and stole a base in the contest. After hitting safely in 11 of his first 13 MLB games, Chourio had gone 0-for-11 over his... Read More