Gerrit Cole Bounces Back In Win Over Guardians

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole looked more like the ace we're used to seeing in Sunday's 10-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians. He pitched 6 2/3 innings and allowed four hits, one walk and no runs while striking out nine. His efforts led to his first win of the season. Cole struggled significantly […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 3

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat […]

Charlie Blackmon Goes 4-For-5 In Sunday's Win

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon helped lead the team to a 6-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. He went 4-for-5 with a double, a stolen base, two RBI and two runs scored. Blackmon entered the game with a .227 batting average and a .715 OPS. However, after his big game, he's now slashing […]

NFBC Waiver Wire Report for Week 3 - Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball

We have completed another week of MLB action, making it time to make more waiver wire moves. However, things will be slightly different for our weekly look into the high-stakes NFBC landscape. For those that do not know, in the NFBC, there are no IL spots and no trades, making waiver moves a bit different. […]

Top Hitter Streamers and Starts for Fantasy Baseball - Week 3

We may be early into the MLB season, but that doesn't make each day not equally as important as the stretch run for fantasy baseball. Do I recommend checking your standings everyday for updates if you're in a roto league? No, although I must concede that I fall into this trap. Still, every extra boost […]

Two-Start Pitcher Streamers for Fantasy Baseball - Week 3

Before introducing this week's two-start streaming options at starting pitcher, I have to expound briefly upon one specific topic: Nestor Cortes. This isn't a victory lap just because I labeled him as a solid streamer last week. I simply want to highlight the value of examining pitching matchups closely each week and identifying the best […]

Shane McClanahan Strikes Out Seven Red Sox On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan had a fantastic outing against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. He pitched seven innings and allowed six hits, no walks and two earned runs while striking out seven. He earned his first win of the year as the Rays took the game 5-2. This was McClanahan's second […]

Ryan Thompson Gets The Save For Tampa Bay On Sunday

On Sunday, Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Ryan Thompson became the team's third reliever to record a save this year. He closed out the team's 5-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox by pitching a scoreless ninth inning. He retired each of the three batters he faced and recorded one strikeout. Andrew Kittredge, who leads […]

David Price Placed On Injured List On Sunday

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed relief pitcher David Price on the injured list on Sunday. No injury has been specified yet for the 36-year-old veteran. In corresponding moves, the Dodgers selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Reyes Moronta and designated left-handed pitcher Darien Nunez for assignment. Price has made five appearances out of the bullpen […]

Steven Kwan Exits With Hamstring Tightness On Sunday

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan (hamstring) was removed in the third inning of Sunday's game against the New York Yankees due to right hamstring tightness. Ernie Clement came in to replace Kwan in left field. Kwan certainly got banged up this weekend in the Bronx. He suffered a head injury in Saturday's game after colliding […]

Brandon Marsh Scratched With Stomach Bug On Sunday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Brandon Marsh (illness) was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. According to Angels beat writer Sam Blum, Marsh came down with a stomach bug. Jo Adell and Taylor Ward will be the team's corner outfielders for Sunday's contest. Marsh is off to a […]

Grayson Rodriguez Continues To Impress

Baltimore Orioles starting pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez went 5 1/3 innings pitched striking out eight and allowing only one hit on Wednesday for Triple-A Norfolk in their 3-0 win over Durham. Rodriguez, the sixth-ranked MLB prospect by MLB Pipeline and second-ranked prospect in the Orioles organization, now owns a 1.26 ERA, 0.49 WHIP, and a […]

Fred VanVleet Questionable For Game 5

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (hip) is being listed as questionable by the team ahead of Game 5 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. VanVleet suffered a left hip strain in the first half of Game 4 and wasn't able to return to the court in the second half. The Raptors will be facing […]

Alex Caruso Ruled Out For The Remainder Of Game 4

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (face) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's Game 4 against the Milwaukee Bucks. He was hit in the face in the second quarter of the game. Rookie guard Ayo Dosunmu wound up starting the second half for the team and he should see a lot of usage […]

Joel Embiid Confirmed To Have Torn Ligament In Thumb

On Sunday, Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers told the media that an MRI has confirmed that star center Joel Embiid (thumb) has a torn ligament in his right thumb. Rivers also reiterated that the torn ligament won't change Embiid's availability for the postseason. The seven-footer is currently averaging 26.0 points and 11.8 rebounds per […]

Robert Williams III Experienced No Knee Problems In Game 3

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) returned to action in Game 3 of the team's first round series against the Brooklyn Nets. He played 16 minutes and racked up two points, two rebounds, a block and an assist. After the game, Celtics head coach Ime Udoka told the media that Williams had "no problems […]

Stephen Curry Could See Increased Minutes In Game 4

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr stated on Sunday that point guard Stephen Curry could potentially see increased minutes in Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets. Kerr also added that Curry is very close to "unlimited" minutes. The star point guard played 31 minutes in Game 3, the most minutes he's seen since he […]

Hitters: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3

Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent hitters to add for Week 3. Fantasy baseball managers should consider adding these players off the waiver wire if they are available in their leagues. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (SiriusXM channel 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM […]

Pitchers: Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3

Anthony Aniano's 2022 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent pitchers to add for Week 3. Fantasy baseball managers should consider adding these players off the waiver wire if they are available in their leagues. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (SiriusXM channel 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM […]

KJ Hamler Ahead Of Schedule In Rehab

Denver Broncos wide receiver KJ Hamler (knee) is well ahead of schedule in his rehab after suffering a torn ACL and other significant damage to his left knee in Week 3 of last season. He ran routes for new quarterback Russell Wilson last month for the first time since before his injury last September. "I […]

N'Keal Harry, Patriots Exploring Trade Possibilities

The agent for New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry said his client has had "positive dialogue with the Patriots about exploring trade possibilities." Harry wasn't present for the start of the team's voluntary offseason workouts last week, and the recent acquisition of pass-catcher DeVante Parker likely means that Harry will be playing elsewhere in […]

Character Concerns For Matt Corral?

One NFL offensive coordinator is extremely skeptical about Mississippi quarterback Matt Corral. "He's kind of a mess. … His offense was a true college offense, he pushes the ball, he plays reckless with his body, he won't hold up playing the way he did in college. And there are character concerns. I'm not sure you […]

Jamal Adams, Quandre Diggs Doing Well In Rehab

Seattle Seahawks safeties Jamal Adams (shoulder) and Quandre Diggs (ankle, leg) are "doing great" in their recoveries from injuries suffered last season, and both players are taking part in the offseason program by attending meetings virtually. Adams underwent shoulder surgery last year, while Diggs had surgery in January to fix a broken fibula and dislocated […]

Seahawks In The Mix For Baker Mayfield

The Seattle Seahawks are very much in the mix to trade for Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, according to an NFL personnel executive. Mayfield's market is intensifying with the NFL draft approaching next Thursday, and Seattle may be the front-runner for the former No. 1 overall pick in 2018. Mayfield has averaged 3,531 yards with […]

Irv Smith Jr. Expects To Be Full-Go For Training Camp

Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. (knee) said he expects to be full-go by training camp this summer. "That's the plan. I wouldn't put an exact 'this percent' or 'this percent,' because every day I'm getting stronger and faster," Smith said. He's easing into on-field work and wasn't running routes in the open portion […]

GEICO 500 DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy NASCAR Lineup Picks

The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Talladega this weekend for some superspeedway action. Christopher Bell will lead the field to green, with teammate Martin Truex Jr. beside him on the front row. Daniel Hemric qualified the Kaulig 16 car third, with Daniel Suarez and Kyle Larson rounding out the top five. Below are some drivers […]

Cristian Javier To Make His First Start Wednesday

Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier is scheduled to make his first start of the year on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers. The Astros will go with Framber Valdez, Jake Odorizzi, Javier and Justin Verlander in their four-game series on the road against Texas. Javier, 25, has worked in a long-relief role to begin the season […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (4/24/22)

Happy Sunday, RotoBallers! We had ourselves another 1-1 day yesterday in the article. 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 […]

Salvador Perez Back In The Lineup Sunday

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (hand) is back in the starting lineup and is hitting third on Sunday against Seattle Mariners left-hander Robbie Ray. Perez was hit by a pitch on his left hand on Saturday and had to leave the game, but X-rays came back negative and he avoided a serious injury. The […]

Luke Voit Lands On Injured List

The San Diego Padres placed first baseman/designated hitter Luke Voit (biceps) on the 10-day injured list on Sunday with a biceps tendon injury and recalled catcher Luis Campusano from Triple-A El Paso in a corresponding move. Voit's injured list stint will be retroactive to Saturday. The 31-year-old slugger was not in the starting lineup on […]