Alperen Sengun Could Miss Another Game On Saturday

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (calf) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Nets. The All-Star wasn't available for Thursday's one-point loss to the Memphis Grizzlies because of a thigh contusion, marking his first absence of the 2024-25 campaign. Steven Adams got the start in that one, finishing with an 11-point, 10-rebound double-double. Jock Landale […]

Graham Ashcraft Could Be Deployed Out Of The Bullpen

According to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic, the Cincinnati Reds may opt to deploy right-handed pitcher Graham Ashcraft out of the bullpen. Rosecrans noted that the team has always viewed Ashcraft as a reliever since he was drafted in the 2019 MLB Draft. However, throughout his three-year MLB career, the right-hander has only seen […]

Carlos Estevez, Lucas Erceg Could Share Closer Role

According to Anne Rogers of MLB.com, the Kansas City Royals will not have "defined" bullpen roles at the start of the season. Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro noted that both Carlos Estevez and Lucas Erceg will have opportunities to close at the start of the season. Earlier this week, the Royals signed Estevez to a […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope May Rest On Saturday

Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (rest) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with Utah. The veteran isn't injured. But he may get the night off to rest before likely returning for Monday's game at Golden State. With Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) also uncertain to suit up against the Jazz, Anthony Black and Cole Anthony could find themselves […]

Jalen Suggs Questionable Versus Utah

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) is questionable for Saturday's matchup with Utah. Suggs missed 10 games because of a back injury before returning for the January 25 meeting with the Detroit Pistons. Unfortunately, he sustained a quad contusion in that one and hasn't been on the floor since. If Suggs remains on the shelf, […]

Bills Interested In Reuniting With Amari Cooper

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Buffalo Bills were "happy" with wide receiver Amari Cooper's production and play with the team this season and are interested in re-signing him. Fowler noted that sources within the team are "intrigued" about getting him in a full offseason plan with quarterback Josh Allen. Fantasy managers should continue […]

Jets May Attempt To Re-Sign Haason Reddick

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, the New York Jets may attempt to re-sign defensive end Haason Reddick. Fowler noted that several sources within the Jets still believe the 30-year-old can still be a "double-digit" sack producer. In addition, sources believe his offseason may have contributed to his drop in production. Leading up to the […]

Tre'von Moehrig Expected To Draw Significant Interest During Free Agency

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Las Vegas Raiders safety Tre'von Moehrig is expected to draw significant interest on the open market. Fowler noted that multiple evaluators believe that Moehrig's film "is the best of any free agent safety" and that the Raiders will have a "hard time keeping him." The TCU product enjoyed a […]

Trae Young Probable To Face Indiana

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (hamstring) is expected to play on Saturday against Indiana. The veteran has been routinely listed on the Hawks' injury report all season, mostly for a foot issue. But hamstring tightness kept him off the floor for a recent meeting with the Timberwolves, although he's been active for Atlanta's previous two […]

Tampa Bay Expected To Attempt To Re-Sign Chris Godwin

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to attempt to re-sign wide receiver Chris Godwin. Fowler noted that multiple executives believe Godwin views himself as a "Buc-for-life," similar to Mike Evans. Godwin had his 2024 season cut short due to a season-ending ankle injury during their Week 7 contest. However, […]

Clint Capela Out Again On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (back) remains out on Saturday against the Pacers. The 30-year-old will now miss his third-straight game due to back spasms. Onyeka Okongwu, who had already been promoted to the starting lineup over Capela, will continue to operate at the five, with Larry Nance Jr., who has struggled in his three […]

Washington Could Target Osa Odighizuwa In Free Agency

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Washington Commanders could target defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa during free agency. Given his versatility and traits, Fowler noted that teams view Odighizuwa as the top defensive tackle available on the market. Fowler mentioned that Washington is a team to watch as head coach Dan Quinn has been a […]

Patty Mills Traded To The Clippers

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Clippers acquired guard Patty Mills and center Drew Eubanks from the Jazz. In exchange, Utah will receive forward P.J. Tucker and center Mo Bamba. The 36-year-old is nowhere near the level of player that he was during his days in San Antonio, averaging only 4.4 points in 17 games […]

Drew Eubanks Heading To The Clippers

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Clippers have acquired center Drew Eubanks and guard Patty Mills from the Jazz. In exchange, Utah will receive center Mo Bamba and forward P.J. Tucker. Eubanks hasn't been overly productive throughout the 2024-25 campaign. However, he saw a bump in production during his four starts, averaging 10.5 points, 7.5 […]

Mo Bamba On The Move To Utah

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Jazz have acquired center Mo Bamba and forward P.J. Tucker from the Clippers. In exchange, Los Angeles will receive center Drew Eubanks and guard Patty Mills. Bamba, who appeared in 28 games for Los Angeles this season, has averaged only 4.6 points and 4.3 rebounds. As a result, he […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Out Versus Indiana

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic won't play on Saturday versus the Indiana Pacers. The 32-year-old has missed the last three games while away from the team. With his name heavily involved in trade rumblings, fantasy managers may not see him back in uniform for the Hawks moving ahead. Bogdanovic has had a dip in production […]

2025 Dynasty Relief Pitcher Rankings with Mike Carter - The Toolshed Podcast (Ep. 370)

Welcome to episode 370 of The Toolshed Podcast with Chris Clegg and Eric Cross brought to you by RotoBaller. The Toolshed is a fantasy baseball dynasty and prospects-focused podcast. Each week, hosts Eric Cross (@EricCrossMLB) and Chris Clegg (@ChrisCleggMiLB) dive into the world of dynasty leagues and cover all levels of prospects from the MLB […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (2/1/25)

The season is flying by, as we're now well past the halfway mark and quickly approaching the Trade Deadline. In these articles, I focus on the top plays, traditionally geared toward cash games. However, with over a decade of NBA DFS experience under my belt—and as someone who rarely dives into cash formats—I'm selecting picks […]

Premium: NHL DFS Picks, Stacks, Goalies Analysis for February 1, 2025 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I aim to help you narrow your plays to get the most bang for your DFS buck. Be sure to check out all of our NHL articles and NHL DFS tools, including our daily NHL Heat Map. NHL Premium members can find […]

49ers To Interview DeAngelo Hall For Assistant Coach Position

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports that the San Francisco 49ers will interview former Carolina Panthers assistant defensive backs coach DeAngelo Hall for their defensive backs coaching position next week. Hall and the Panthers recently parted ways so that he could look for another job as a primary position coach. Hall, the former eighth overall pick […]

Jets Hire Assistant Coaches Aaron Curry, Chris Banjo

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the New York Jets hired Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebackers coach Aaron Curry as their new linebackers coach and Denver Broncos assistant special teams coach Chris Banjo as their new special teams coordinator. Curry, 38, was a former first-round pick by the Seattle Seahawks and has been the Steelers' inside […]

Darren Rizzi Likely To Become Broncos Special Teams Coordinator

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that former New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi is likely to become the Denver Broncos' special teams coordinator, although the Broncos will conduct a full search for the position. Although Rizzi was a candidate for the Saints' full-time head-coach position -- the Saints are also the only team […]

Concussions Down In The NFL In 2024

ESPN's Kevin Seifert reports that the NFL had its fewest number of concussions during the 2024 season since it began tracking the injury in 2015, according to the league. The total of 182 concussions reported during games and practices in the preseason and regular season represented a 17% drop from 2023. The previous low for […]

Justin Tucker Facing More Sexual-Assault Allegations

According to The Baltimore Banner, Baltimore Ravens kicker is facing three more sexual-assault allegations from massage therapists that have accused him of misconduct. Nine massage therapists in the Baltimore area have now accused Tucker of inappropriate behavior, with all of the incidents reportedly occurring from 2012 to 2016, his first five seasons in the NFL. […]

2025 Fantasy Baseball Closers and Saves: Bullpen Draft Strategies and Later-Round Targets

You will hear lots of discussion in the offseason on draft strategy for fantasy baseball. It seems it changes annually; for example, people will say things like "shortstop is deep this year" while suggesting "get your corner infielders early." The one position we struggle to define strategy for, year after year, is drafting closers and […]

Yanni Gourde Undergoes Sports-Hernia Surgery

According to the team, Seattle Kraken center Yanni Gourde (abdomen) underwent sports hernia surgery on Friday. The team noted that the 33-year-old is expected to be sidelined five-to-seven weeks. Gourde has been battling a lower-body injury throughout the season and will now face a longer recovery timetable. Across 35 games, Gourde scored six goals and […]

John Tavares, Matthew Knies Could Return On Saturday

According to Mark Masters of TSN, Toronto Maple Leafs forwards John Tavares (lower body) and Matthew Knies (upper body) could return to the starting lineup on Saturday evening to face the Edmonton Oilers. Tavares has been sidelined over the past six games but has resumed skating this week, which is a positive sign. Knies has […]

Danton Heinen Returning To Pittsburgh

According to Frank Seravalli of DailyFaceoff.com, the Pittsburgh Penguins are acquiring Danton Heinen, Melvin Fernstrom, Vinny Desharnais, and a conditional first-round selection in the 2025 NHL Draft from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Marcus Pettersson and Drew O'Connor. Heinen spent time in Pittsburgh during the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Across 141 games, the left […]

Marcus Pettersson, Drew O’Connor Traded To Vancouver

According to Frank Seravalli of DailyFaceoff.com, the Pittsburgh Penguins have traded defenseman Marcus Pettersson and left wing Drew O'Connor to the Vancouver Canucks. The Penguins received Danton Heinen, Vinny Desharnais, and Melvin Fernstrom and a conditional first-round selection in exchange. Pettersson has been a reliable top-four defenseman during his tenure in Pittsburgh. He joined Pittsburgh […]

Filip Chytil Shipped To Vancouver

According to Frank Seravalli of DailyFaceoff.com, the Vancouver Canucks are acquiring center Filip Chytil from the New York Rangers in return for J.T. Miller. In this trade, the Canucks also acquired Victor Mancini and a 2025 conditional first-round selection. In addition to Miller, the Canucks also shipped Erik Brannstrom and Jackson Dorrington to New York. […]