Alek Manoah Dominant In Victory Over Rays

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah was dominant on Monday, striking out 10 batters in the club's 8-1 win over the Rays. The rookie needed just 97 pitches to fire eight-scoreless frames for his sixth win of the season as he allowed just one hit and no walks in the effort. Manoah lowered his […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Takes Over Home Run Lead

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took sole possession of first place for the major-league lead in home runs on Monday by blasting his 45th long ball of the season in the club's 8-1 win over the Rays. His sixth-inning solo shot was a bullet down the left field line for his third […]

Teoscar Hernandez Goes 5-For-5 Monday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez had a terrific day at the plate on Monday, going 5-for-5 in the club's 8-1 win over the Rays. He swatted one double and four singles in the contest, while scoring a pair of runs in the process. The 28-year-old is now hitting .324 so far in the second […]

David Peralta Getting A Rest Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta will take a seat on Monday against Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Peralta owns just a .691 OPS off of lefties this season, so it wouldn't be a good matchup. On the year, he's slashing .263/.327/.414 with eight home runs and two stolen bases over 133 games. He's […]

Ravens Guard Tyre Phillips Doubtful To Return

Baltimore Ravens left guard Tyre Phillips (knee) is doubtful to return to Monday's Week 1 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders. Phillips left the field on a cart, so this could be a serious injury for a Ravens offense that has been decimated by injury all year. While not Baltimore's most important offensive lineman, his […]

Pavin Smith Out Of Monday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Pavin Smith is sitting for the second consecutive game Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Smith hasn't put up great numbers this season, posting a .267/.323/.404 slash line with 10 HRs in 128 games. He can be left on the wire in most leagues but is a possible streaming option when […]

Bobby Dalbec Not In Monday's Lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder Bobby Dalbec is absent from Monday's lineup to take on the Seattle Mariners, according to MLB.com. Dalbec has had a decent first full season in the big leagues, slashing .241/.297/.483 with 21 HRs, 71 RBI, and 44 runs over 119 games. He's been on a tear since the beginning of August, […]

Yordan Alvarez Working At First Base

Houston Astros designated hitter/outfielder Yordan Alvarez has worked out at first base recently in hopes that he will move there in the future, according to the Houston Chronicle. Manager Dusty Baker said he tried to play Alvarez at first last week, but he wasn't ready. Alvarez is one of the top hitters in the American […]

Chris Paddack Hits The Injured List

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Chris Paddack (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list with elbow inflammation on Monday, according to A.J. Cassavell of MLB.com. The move is retroactive to September 12, so he's eligible to be activated on September 22. In a corresponding move, the team has called up right-hander Shaun Anderson. The […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Extends On-Base Streak Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes extended his on-base streak to eight games on Sunday, as he finished 1-for-4 at the plate in a 6-2 loss to the Nationals. He's been getting on base at a good clip lately but is lacking in power, as he's slashing .344/.371/.375 with two steals, four RBI and six […]

Clelin Ferrell A Healthy Scratch On Monday Night

Former Las Vegas Raiders first-rounder Clelin Ferrell is a healthy inactive for Monday Night Football in Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens. Ferrell was actually general manager Mike Mayock's first first-round selection (fourth overall) back in 2019. The 24-year-old edge rusher was held out of the preseason finale with an undisclosed injury, but this is […]

Chris Taylor Remains Out With Neck Injury

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor (neck) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Taylor will likely be out for Tuesday's game as well. The team is planning on making a decision on his situation on Wednesday. Taylor is dealing with a neck […]

Michael Gallup Officially Placed On Injured Reserve

The Dallas Cowboys have officially placed wide receiver Michael Gallup (calf) on the Injured Reserve list and he will now miss a minimum of three weeks. The Cowboys No. 3 wide receiver had a nice game in Week 1 and caught four of his seven receptions for 36 yards before suffering a calf injury late […]

Saints Bring In Kenny Stills And Marqise Lee For Workouts

Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network has reported that the New Orleans Saints worked out a group of wide receivers on Monday that includes veterans Kenny Stills and Marqise Lee. The Saints blew out the Green Bay Packers in Week 1, but the club seems to be doing their due diligence with No. 1 wide […]

Video: Waiver Wire Tight Ends, Quarterbacks - Fantasy Football Week 2

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discusses the 2021 fantasy football season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis as he discuses the fantasy football season by breaking down the waiver wire for each position. Today he takes a look at some tight ends and quarterbacks  to consider adding off the waiver wire. Be sure […]

Video: Waiver Wire Wide Receivers - Fantasy Football Week 2

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discusses the 2021 fantasy football season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis as he discuses the fantasy football season by breaking down the waiver wire for each position. Today he takes a look at some wide receivers to consider adding off the waiver wire. Be sure to also […]

Kris Bryant Heading To The Bench On Monday

San Francisco Giants outfielder/third baseman Kris Bryant is getting a breather on Monday as the team faces Yu Darvish and the San Diego Padres. LaMonte Wade Jr. and Darin Ruf will be the team's corner outfielders in the game. Bryant is coming off of a pair of multi-hit efforts against his former club, the Chicago […]

Jimmy Smith Inactive In Week 1

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith is among the inactive players for Week 1's contest versus the Las Vegas Raiders. Smith has been dealing with an ankle injury and will take another week to rest up. The Ravens have also declared defensive end Derek Wolfe, safety Ar'Darius Washington, linebacker Daelin Hayes and guard Ben Cleveland inactive. […]

Video: Waiver Wire Running Backs - Fantasy Football Week 2

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discusses the 2021 fantasy football season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis as he discuses the fantasy football season by breaking down the waiver wire for each position. Today he takes a look at some running backs to consider adding off the waiver wire. Be sure to also […]

UCL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel Early-Only (9/14/21) - UEFA Champions League Soccer

Hello, RotoBallers! I'm happy to be back with you for some mid-week soccer. The UEFA Champions League is so back! We're rolling right from some EPL action Monday into a full slate of UCL games Tuesday and Wednesday. This breakdown will focus on the early-only UCL slate on FanDuel for Tuesday. Keep reading this breakdown […]

Josh Jacobs Active For Week 1

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (illness) will be active on Monday for Week 1 versus the Baltimore Ravens. Jacobs was listed as questionable on Saturday with an illness, but will be ready to roll this evening. It's good news to see Jacobs healthy, but he will face a tough Ravens defense. The Raiders […]

Chris Sale Could Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale has a "good chance" to return during this coming weekend's series against the Baltimore Orioles, according to Red Sox manager Alex Cora. Sale tested positive for COVID-19 last Thursday. He has been asymptomatic and doing all that he can to prepare himself while quarantining at home. Fantasy managers […]

Will Smith Sitting Against D-Backs On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is getting a breather on Monday as the team takes on Zac Gallen and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Austin Barnes will be behind the plate for the game as Clayton Kershaw makes his long-awaited return to the mound. Smith has been one of the best catchers in fantasy this year […]

Michael Brantley Remains Out On Monday

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (knee) is out of the starting lineup once again for Monday's game against the Texas Rangers. Jose Siri is getting the start in left field for the game with Yordan Alvarez as designated hitter. Brantley is currently being listed as day-to-day with a knee injury. He first suffered the injury […]

Clarke Schmidt Sent Back To Triple-A On Monday

The New York Yankees optioned starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after their 6-5 win over the Minnesota Twins on Monday. The 25-year-old Schmidt was called up from Triple-A to make his 2021 debut against the New York Mets on Sunday. He pitched 4 1/3 innings in the game and allowed seven hits, three […]

John Gant Suffers Abdominal Strain On Monday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher John Gant (abdomen) was removed from Monday's start against the New York Yankees after suffering a lower abdominal strain. He only lasted three batters and 12 pitches before he was taken out and replaced by Luke Farrell. The 29-year-old veteran has made 12 appearances (five starts) with the Twins since being […]

Willie Calhoun To Continue Rehab At Triple-A

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (forearm) had his rehab assignment moved to Triple-A on Monday. Calhoun had previously been on a rehab assignment at the Arizona Complex League, where he went 6-for-17 with a home run over five games. The 26-year-old has been sidelined since late June due to a fractured forearm. He played in […]

Brandon Lowe Dealing With Leg Soreness

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (leg) is out of the starting lineup for the second straight day on Monday. Rays manager Kevin Cash told reporters that Lowe's "legs are beat up." Cash said that Lowe is available off the bench for Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays, but Cash is attempting to […]

Miguel Sano Has Three-Hit Day, Homers In Loss

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano collected three hits, a home run, and two RBI in Monday's loss to the Yankees. Sano went without a hit in each of his last three games, so it was nice to see him collect a trio Monday afternoon, including a 383-foot homer. The slugger has eight hits in […]

Noah Syndergaard To Face Batters In A Few Days

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (elbow) is scheduled to pitch to live batters in a couple of days, according to Mets manager Luis Rojas. The 29-year-old is working his way back from Tommy John surgery and has had multiple complications along the way. Most recently, he was scratched from a rehab start after […]