Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (7/2/22)

Happy Saturday and happy July, RotoBallers! The weekend is finally here. Make sure you're following my Twitter, as I can't guarantee that I'll always be able to get the added plays written here in the article, but I will typically add whatever else I'm playing throughout the day. The entire RotoBaller team has been working […]

Rashod Bateman Receives Praise From Teammate

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman had a decent rookie year, finishing with 46 catches for 515 yards and one touchdown. However, that was with Marquise Brown on the roster. But after Hollywood was dealt to the Arizona Cardinals during the 2022 NFL Draft, Bateman is now projected to be the team's No. 1 wideout […]

Michael Thomas Running Routes

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) recently posted a video of himself running routes, a positive update regarding the veteran's rehab efforts. Thomas is coming off off-season ankle surgery, with head coach Dennis Allen allowing the multi-time Pro Bowler to get to 100% before he returns to the team. Yet, things appear to […]

John Deere Classic - Showdown Round 3 (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hi Folks, Your friendly neighborhood Model Maniac checking in during Spencer's brief absence. I will do my best to replicate what he has provided in the past while also adding my personal showdown philosophy on how I go about targeting players in showdown […]

Spencer Torkelson Removed After Hit By Pitch

Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson was removed from Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals after getting hit in the head by a pitch in the seventh inning. Torkelson went 1-for-2 in the game before getting plunked in the helmet by an 88 MPH pitch from right-hander Brad Keller. Torkelson reportedly looked fine while […]

Aaron Civale Likely To Start Saturday After Friday Postponement

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Aaron Civale had his Friday start against the New York Yankees postponed due to inclement weather. The Guardians and Yankees will now play a doubleheader in Cleveland on Saturday. Cleveland has yet to officially announce their pitching plans for Saturday, but expect that Civale will start one of the two games. Civale […]

Gerrit Cole To Start Game 1 Of Saturday Doubleheader

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole had his Friday start against the Cleveland Guardians postponed due to inclement weather. Cole will instead take the mound in Game 1 of a Saturday doubleheader against Cleveland. The Yankees will then turn to lefty Nestor Cortes to square off against the Guardians for Game 2. Cole has pitched […]

Evan Longoria Not Playing Friday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria is not in the starting lineup for his team's game against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Longoria will be replaced at third base by Jason Vosler, who will bat seventh. The 36-year-old Longoria has been on a hot streak at the plate of late, hitting .435 with […]

Liam Hendriks Expects To Return Monday

Chicago White Sox right-hander Liam Hendriks (forearm) told reporters on Friday that he is expecting to be activated off of the injured list on Monday. Hendriks has been sidelined since June 10 after coming down with a forearm issue but fantasy gamers shouldn't be without him for much longer. The Chicago closer has appeared in […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Without Timetable For Return

Detroit Tigers left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez (personal) remains without a timetable for a return to the field. Rodriguez has been dealing with a personal issue since the middle of June after going on the injured list earlier in the year with a rib injury. Team manager A.J. Hinch was asked about Rodriguez's status on Friday and […]

Mookie Betts Gets In On-Field Workout Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (ribs) got in an on-field workout on Friday before his team's game against the San Diego Padres. Betts has been on the injured list since June 19 after injuring his ribs. Betts reportedly "felt good" after his workout and could possibly be activated from the injured list in the […]

Manny Machado Not In Lineup Friday

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (ankle) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Machado returned to action on Thursday as the DH after missing over a week, going 1-for-4 with a double, a run, and three strikeouts but will be sidelined yet again on Friday. The […]

NASCAR Xfinity Series: DraftKings DFS Lineup Picks for Road America Henry 180 (7/2/22)

The NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to Road America on Saturday for the Henry 180. This is the third road course race of the season for the Xfinity Series, with A.J. Allmendinger winning both. Last week, Xfinity was at Nashville, with Justin Allgaier winning his second race of the season. He currently sits third in the […]

Malik Beasley On The Move To Utah

The Timberwolves are moving guard Malik Beasley to Utah as a part of a package to get Rudy Gobert, a multi-time Defensive Player of the Year. With the acquisition of Beasley, the Jazz will receive a player with plenty of untapped potential. He's averaged 12.1 points and 2.5 boards while shooting 38.6% from deep throughout […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Traded To The Jazz

The Jazz acquired forward Jarred Vanderbilt from Minnesota on Friday as a part of the deal to get Rudy Gobert. After the organization traded Royce O'Neale to the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday, Vanderbilt will now fill a void on the team's roster. Although the 23-year-old has averaged only 6.2 rebounds and 5.4 points throughout his […]

Anthony DeSclafani Goes Back On Injured List

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (ankle) is going back on the injured list on Friday with right ankle inflammation. It's the same issue that cost DeSclafani two months already this season. Jason Vosler will now make the start on Saturday against the Chicago White Sox. Skipper Gabe Kapler said "there's real concern" with […]

Patrick Beverley Moved To Utah

The Timberwolves are sending guard Patrick Beverley to Utah as a part of a package to obtain Rudy Gobert. Also included, the Jazz will get Malik Beasley, Jarred Vanderbilt, Leandro Bolmaro, Walker Kessler, and four first-round picks. Beverley, who is now moving on to the fourth team of his career, is coming off a solid […]

Donte DiVincenzo Intends To Sign With Warriors

Free-agent guard Donte DiVincenzo has agreed to a two-year, $9.3 million contract with the Warriors. The Kings didn't extend a qualifying offer to the 25-year-old, so he was available to the highest bidder, with Golden State swooping in with a deal to bolster its roster. The former Villanova Wildcat played his entire career with the […]

Nets Want Huge Return On Kevin Durant

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant requested a trade on Thursday, the first day of free agency. However, the organization isn't in a rush to make a move unless the price is right, with ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski reporting that Brooklyn is looking to "get back something of a historic haul." With the Hawks […]

Alex Faedo Optioned, But Likely To Return Monday

The Detroit Tigers optioned starting pitcher Alex Faedo to Triple-A on Friday. The move was made to clear a roster spot for Michael Pineda (finger), who was activated from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. According to Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, Faedo's demotion was a strategic move to […]

Thomas Hatch To Start Game 2 On Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Thomas Hatch will be the team's starting pitcher in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Tampa Bay Rays. Kevin Gausman will be on the mound for Game 1. Hatch has spent the entirety of the 2022 season at Triple-A. He's made 12 starts and he's gone 4-4 with a 5.12 […]

Joe Ingles Heads To Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks have agreed on a one-year deal with forward Joe Ingles. The 34-year-old is recovering from a torn ACL and isn't expected back until sometime in 2023. Despite that, the Bucks felt comfortable enough to give Ingles a $6.5 million deal. He'll be a nice piece as depth once he is able to […]

Gavin Lux Taking A Seat On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman/outfielder Gavin Lux is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against left-hander Blake Snell and the San Diego Padres. Chris Taylor will be in left field for the game with Max Muncy covering the keystone. Lux is coming off of a great month of June. He slashed .341/.389/.476 with […]

Kevin Knox II Signs With Pistons

The Detroit Pistons have agreed to a two-year deal with forward Kevin Knox II. This is a low-risk signing for the Pistons since they do need depth on the wings. Although, it's unlikely that Knox comes out and becomes a reliable contributor in his fifth season. The once top prospect is shooting a rough 36.9 […]

Kyle Bradish Throws On Flat Ground Friday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (shoulder) threw on flat ground on Friday, according to Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com. He is now slated to throw a bullpen session at some point in the next few days. Bradish has been on the injured list for a week due to right shoulder inflammation. The 25-year-old has struggled […]

Ricky Rubio Returning To Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio has reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with the organization. He is currently recovering from an ACL injury that could hold him out until 2023. Regardless, the Cavs feel comfortable enough to give Rubio a three-year deal worth $18.4 million. The Cavs were playing extremely well before Rubio went down, […]

Bol Bol Sticking With Orlando

Orlando Magic center Bol Bol has decided he wants to stay with the team. The big man was traded to the team mid-season, but never played due to foot surgery. There is plenty of potential with Bol, but the concern of injury is also high. The Magic roster is filled with young talent, so it […]

Robin Lopez Joins Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to a one-year deal with center Robin Lopez. The veteran big man was solid depth for the Orlando Magic last season. The expectation is that he'll play a similar role off the bench for the Cavs in 2022. It's worth noting that the Cavs have Lauri Markkanen, Evan Mobley, Jarrett […]

Rich Hill Feels Pop In His Knee Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Rich Hill (knee) stated that he felt a pop in his knee during his start against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. According to Red Sox manager Alex Cora, the team is currently waiting to find out how serious the issue is. In his post-game presser, Hill said that he put […]