Shawn Armstrong Was In High Demand Before Lockout

Free-agent right-hander Shawn Armstrong was receiving interest from more than 20 teams before the lockout began in early December. Armstrong, 31, posted a 6.75 ERA and 1.50 WHIP with 44 strikeouts and 15 walks in 36 relief innings for the Baltimore Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays in 2021. The Rays were willing to re-sign him […]

Jake Rogers Resumes Throwing

Detroit Tigers catcher Jake Rogers (elbow) posted a video on Twitter of himself throwing after undergoing Tommy John surgery last September. Despite the progress, Rogers is likely to be out for most, if not all, of the 2022 season, even with the delay due to the ongoing lockout. If the 26-year-old does make it back […]

Kwang Hyun Kim Close To Returning To Korea

Free-agent left-handed pitcher Kwang Hyun Kim appears to be close to returning to the Korean Baseball Organization as Major League Baseball remains in a lockout since early December, according to a source. Kim pitched in Korea for 12 seasons from 2007 to 2019 before joining the St. Louis Cardinals the last two years. In his […]

Joey Gallo, Others Could Benefit From Ban On Shifts

The MLB Players Association agreed to allow the league to ban shifts, implement a pitch clock and make bases larger in 2023, subject to those agreements fitting into a new collective bargaining agreement. New York Yankees first baseman/outfielder Joey Gallo, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows, free-agent first baseman Anthony Rizzo and Philadelphia Phillies outfielder […]

Max Muncy Hopes To Be Ready For Opening Day

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Max Muncy (elbow) said that he recently resumed swinging a bat and is hoping to be ready for Opening Day in 2022, whenever that may be. "Hopefully it's ready for Opening Day. That was the plan and we were on track for that. Hopefully it is not going to affect […]

Colin Poche Chomping At The Bit

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Colin Poche (elbow) completed his rehab in the last couple of months and was cleared to return in the fall instructional league after not pitching in a game since the 2019 playoffs. Poche injured his left elbow during spring workouts leading up to the shortened 2020 season and spent last […]

Rays Made An Offer To Freddie Freeman

The Tampa Bay Rays made an offer to superstar free-agent first baseman Freddie Freeman before the lockout in December, according to sources. The New York Yankees remain very interested, and the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers could be good fits. The Atlanta Braves remain in the mix to bring Freeman back, but it […]

Calvin Ridley Suspended Indefinitely For Gambling On Games

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended indefinitely -- at least through the 2022 season -- for violating the league's gambling policy. Ridley bet on games last year during a five-day stretch in late November when he was away from the team on the Non-Football Illness list. "We were first made aware of […]

Panthers Restructure Shaq Thompson's Contract

The Carolina Panthers restructured linebacker Shaq Thompson's contract on Monday to clear more salary cap space for the 2022 season. It comes after the team restructured offensive lineman Taylor Moton's contract last week. The specifics of Thompson's restructured contract weren't disclosed. The 27-year-old had one of his best seasons in 2021 despite missing three games […]

Patriots Release Kyle Van Noy

The New England Patriots released linebacker Kyle Van Noy on Monday, according to a source. The move creates just under $5 million in salary cap space for the 2022 season. Van Noy immediately becomes a free agent and can sign with another team right away. He played for New England from 2016-19 before joining the […]

Bengals Put Franchise Tag On Jessie Bates

The Cincinnati Bengals placed the franchise tag on star safety Jessie Bates on Monday, according to a source. The Bengals were expected to use the tag on Bates all along, as a long-term deal between Bates and the Bengals appears unlikely before the deadline this summer. Tagging the 25-year-old will cost the team around $13 […]

Dejounte Murray Is Available On Monday

San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray (calf) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He played 35 minutes against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, but suffered a minor calf injury during that game. Both Devin Vassell (groin) and Lonnie Walker IV (illness) are listed as doubtful. Murray could be asked […]

Browns Won't Pick Up Andy Janovich's Option

The Cleveland Browns are not exercising the option on starting fullback Andy Janovich's contract, according to a source. The move will make Janovich a free agent when the new league year begins on March 17. Janovich has been a starter his entire career and was a Pro Bowl alternate this past season. The 28-year-old was […]

Dennis Schroder Questionable Against Heat

Houston Rockets guard Dennis Schroder (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Miami Heat. He has missed three straight games, but has a chance at playing here. However, his value has been limited whenever Kevin Porter Jr. is actually healthy and on the court. Eric Gordon (hamstring) has already been ruled out […]

Jack Doyle Announces His Retirement

Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle announced his retirement in a statement on Monday. Doyle was considering retirement at the conclusion of the 2021 season, so this shouldn't come as a huge surprise. The 31-year-old was due to make $5.45 million this year if he continued to play. Doyle had 29 catches for 302 yards […]

Cowboys Confident In Michael Gallup's Recovery

The Dallas Cowboys are confident in wide receiver Michael Gallup's (knee) medicals after he suffered a torn ACL last year, and it's why they are working to close out a long-term contract extension that would pay him over $10 million per season. Amari Cooper is expected to be released if Dallas can't find a trade […]

Otto Porter Jr. Questionable On Monday

Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The organization is calling this a general illness, so possibly Porter feels better before game time. Otherwise, Jonathan Kuminga could be asked to slide into the starting lineup. He has shown some flashes of strong play […]

Lonnie Walker IV Doubtful For Monday

San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV (illness) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. This is a new addition to the injury report, which could leave the Spurs shorthanded. Devin Vassell (groin) is also listed as doubtful for this contest. Joshua Primo would likely slide into the starting five, […]

Billy Horschel Looks To Continue Good Form

Billy Horschel found himself in contention again last week at The Arnold Palmer Invitational. Horschel played well in all aspects of his game. He gained 12.2 strokes total. Horschel has been exceptional from tee-to-green this year. He has gained over five strokes in that metric in three straight tournaments. The 35-year-old Floridian also has good […]

Rudy Gobert Uncertain For Monday

Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. He missed nine games earlier in the season due to a left calf strain. Now, the big man could be looking at another absence due to calf soreness. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so it […]

Jalen Brunson Ruled Out Against Jazz

Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. He was questionable coming into the game, but the Mavericks have decided to hold him out. Spencer Dinwiddie should see increased usage and improved fantasy value without Brunson available. However, Luka Doncic (toe) is expected to play, so […]

Kyle Lowry Could Play On Monday

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (personal) has been tagged as questionable for Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. He has been sitting out recently due to personal reasons, but is prepared to play as soon as possible. His return would shift Gabe Vincent to the second unit. Vincent would take a significant hit in value […]

D'Angelo Russell Questionable For Monday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Russell is a new addition to the injury report, so he must've pulled his hamstring recently. This is bad news for the Wolves with Patrick Beverley (ankle) already listed as questionable for this game. Jordan McLaughlin could […]

TGFBI Talk and Draft Strategy with @RotoSurgeon - Another Fantasy Baseball Podcast: Ep. 2

Jon Anderson talks to RotoBaller's own @RotoSurgeon about his prior TGFBI success and strategy for 2022. Also, lockout chatter and third base tiers! Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning between 6-7 AM ET, Saturdays from 3-5 PM, and Sundays from 3-5 PM. You […]

Shane Lowry Could Be A Popular Play This Week

Shane Lowry almost won The Honda Classic two weeks ago. The 34-year-old Irishman finished in second place. He gained 10.1 strokes from tee-to-green and 6.8 strokes on approach that week. Lowry is also coming off a top-10 finish at this event last year. Lowry, who has also played well at other Pete Dye courses, appears […]

Gary Woodland Riding Great Form Into The Players

Gary Woodland recorded his second straight fifth-place finish at The Arnold Palmer Invitational. Woodland has ridden a hot putter during this stretch. He gained 6.3 strokes on the greens last week. However, his putter was not the sole reason for his success. He also gained 4.9 strokes from tee-to-green. Woodland's improvement is a welcomed sign. […]

Marc Leishman Hopes To Rebound At The Players

Marc Leishman let down many last week as a chalk play. Leishman finished in 68th place and lost strokes in almost every key metric. He was especially bad from tee-to-green, losing 2.6 strokes. It was surprising to see Leishman struggle. He has not lost strokes from tee-to-green since The BMW in August. Leishman has not […]

Justin Thomas Looks To Repeat This Week At The Players

Justin Thomas won the 2021 version of The Players Championship. Thomas excelled from tee-to-green that week, gaining 12.9 strokes in the metric. The Louisville, Kentucky, native also gained 6.5 strokes on approach and gained strokes in every key metric. He also arrives at TPC Sawgrass in great form. He has four top-10 finishes in five […]

MLB, Players Not Making Much Progress

Both Major League Baseball and the Players Association believe they've made many major concessions and the other side has made very few. Both sides believe the other side is being unreasonable, so we may be in for quite a wait for a new collective bargaining agreement to be finalized. The competitive balance tax remains the […]

Rams Making Matthew Stafford Extension A Priority

The Los Angeles Rams have made signing quarterback Matthew Stafford to a contract extension a priority, and one league source said Stafford's deal could go as high as $45 million per season. However, the Rams will try to keep the annual number closer to $35 million per year for a deal in the three- to […]