Andrew Benintendi Is Not Starting Thursday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi isn't in the starting lineup for the final game of the team's series against the Chicago White Sox. Hunter Dozier has moved from third base to left field in place of Benintendi, with Hanser Alberto stepping in at third base against White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon. Dozier is hitting […]

Robby Anderson Held Out of Practice Due To Injury

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson (illness) was held out of Thursday's practice due to an illness. Anderson was at the team's training facility, but trainers held him out, indicating that it's more of a minor ailment and nothing related to the COVID-19 virus. The 28-year-old should be expected to rejoin the team for Friday's […]

Tim Anderson Isn't Starting On Thursday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson isn't in the starting lineup on Thursday with the team taking on the Kansas City Royals and right-handed starter Carlos Hernandez. Anderson is hitting .299 with a .333 on-base percentage, nine home runs, and 16 stolen bases in 381 plate appearances this season. Danny Mendick will be starting at […]

Gregory Polanco (OF, PIT) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 6% of leagues ANALYSIS: It has been a few years since Gregory Polanco has even looked like a pedestrian-level batter, but he is still just 29 years old, and he might well be on his way to recapturing some of the premier form he displayed after […]

Calvin Ridley Participating In Individual Drills At Camp

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (foot) participated in drills during the team's first day of training camp on Thursday. Ridley underwent minor foot surgery and missed most of the offseason workouts but is back in action. Per Michael Rothstein of ESPN, Ridley looked good, making sharp cuts and looking smooth in his route-running. That's […]

Will Smith Not Starting On Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith isn't in the team's lineup on Thursday as they get set to take on the San Francisco Giants and right-handed starter Johnny Cueto. Smith is providing quality production for both the Dodgers and fantasy managers this season, hitting .260 with a .364 on-base percentage, 14 home runs, and a […]

Javier Baez Returns To The Lineup Thursday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (heel) is starting in Thursday's contest against the Cincinnati Reds. He missed the last three games due to a bruised left heel but is batting fourth and starting at shortstop on Thursday. The 28-year-old has produced in 2021, slashing .245/.289/.483 with 22 home runs, 65 RBI, and 13 stolen bases […]

Blue Jays Acquire Brad Hand

The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired relief pitcher Brad Hand in a trade with the Washington Nationals. Toronto sent catcher Riley Adams to Washington in return. Hand has pitched to a 3.59 ERA and a 4.33 FIP, 21 saves, 42 strikeouts, and 18 walks in 42.2 innings for the Nationals this year. This could be […]

Nelson Cruz Remains Out Of The Lineup Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) will remain on the bench for Thursday's game against the Yankees due to a right foot contusion. He will be available to pinch hit. Fantasy managers will have to wait at least another day to activate Cruz into their lineups; his next chance to return will be […]

Sammy Long Pitches Two Scoreless Innings In Wednesday Return

San Francisco Giants pitcher Sammy Long fired two scoreless innings in relief during Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Dodgers. He allowed two hits and a walk with two strikeouts. This was Long's first appearance with the Dodgers since early July, when he landed on the injured list with a lower back strain. The 26-year-old did […]

The Outsiders: Prospect Hitters to Know for Deep Dynasty Leagues

Welcome to the latest update where I highlight prospects that should be on your radar in deep dynasty leagues. For "standard" dynasty leagues, we have RotoBaller's Premium Top 250 Dynasty Prospect Rankings, updated and maintained by our prospect guru Marc Hulet. But for you degenerates who participate in the deepest of dynasty leagues, you always […]

Anthony DeSclafani Falls To Dodgers Again Wednesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani fell to 10-5 in Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Dodgers. DeSclafani pitched just 2 2/3 innings, allowing four runs on six hits and two walks with three strikeouts. The 31-year-old has pitched well this season with a 3.10 ERA and 1.04 WHIP. However, he has struggled mightily against […]

Gary Sanchez Takes A Seat Thursday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays. Sanchez will give way to Kyle Higashioka with Gerrit Cole on the mound. Sanchez has cooled off considerably after a red-hot June, batting just .143 with three home runs in 56 at-bats. Higashioka will be making his first […]

Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Thursday 7/29

Baseball is back, and fantasy managers in daily leagues, no doubt, already have holes to fill with streamers. Fortunately, RotoBaller has you covered with daily fantasy baseball streaming picks. Each day, RotoBaller will provide you with some of the best streaming options to consider in fantasy baseball daily leagues. Additionally, these recommendations can be useful […]

Fantasy Baseball Trade Targets for Week 18

Sometimes fantasy baseball can resemble the stock market. You want the best portfolio of players without having to pay too much for them. Sometimes to achieve the optimal team, you need to make trades. The best way to gain added value is to trade away an over-performing player for one in a rut. This way, […]

White Sox Acquire Cesar Hernandez

The Chicago White Sox have acquired second baseman Cesar Hernandez from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for Double-A left-handed pitcher Konnor Pilkington. The White Sox were rumored to be involved in trade talks for infielders Adam Frazier and Eduardo Escobar, but were outbid by the Padres and Brewers during the process. Hernandez is hitting .231 […]

Catcher's Corner Exam Room: Touki Toussaint

Eric Samulski of RotoBaller does a deep dive on Touki Toussaint, analyzing the Atlanta Braves starting pitcher and explaining why fantasy baseball managers should think about giving him another chance. 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 8-10 AM, […]

Trevor Story Swats A Two-Run Homer On Wednesday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run, one walk, and three strikeouts in an 8-7 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Story put the Rockies on the board early when he smacked a two-run homer, his 13th of the season, off of starter Andrew Heaney in the top […]

Aroldis Chapman Picks Up 20th Save

New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman recorded his 20th save of the season in Wednesday's victory over the Rays. Chapman needed just 14 pitches to navigate the ninth inning, inducing four whiffs, all of them on his fastball, which was clocked at his season average velocity. The veteran closer appears to be getting used […]

MLB Betting Picks for Wednesday 7/29 - Matinee Mania!

Happy Thursday RotoBallers! John, aka 'LucidMedia," back with you with our free picks on this fine Thursday. We went 1-1 yesterday after a brutal beat on the White Sox, as one of, if not the best closer in baseball blew a save that resulted in a loss last night. We don't have much time to […]

Hitter Busts Who'll Keep Busting: wPC+ Podcast

Pierre Camus and Nick Gaut review hitters who have been fantasy baseball busts in 2021 that may not turn things around in the second half. Like and subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get all our latest podcasts and catch us on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio as well! Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller […]

Raimel Tapia Reaches Four Times In Defeat

Colorado Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored, two RBI, and a stolen base in an 8-7 loss to the Angels on Wednesday. Tapia had a monster day at the dish for the Rockies. He picked up both of his RBI when he swatted a two-run double off of Steve […]

Starling Marte to Athletics - Fantasy Impact

In what is somewhat of an annual tradition, the Miami Marlins made a cost-cutting move wisely traded a veteran asset to acquire young talent with an eye toward the future. As obvious sellers at the trade deadline, they made the decision to deal the best hitter on their roster. Hence, 32-year-old outfielder Starling Marte is heading to […]

Nestor Cortes Effective In No-Decision

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes looked sharp in his outing against the Rays on Wednesday. Despite not factoring into the decision, Cortes pitched five innings of one-run ball, allowing three hits while issuing zero walks. The lefty struck out five, showing some solid control of the zone with a 28 percent CSW while inducing […]

Lucas Gilbreath Allows A Run As Opener

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Lucas Gilbreath took a no-decision on Wednesday when he allowed one run on two hits with two walks over one inning in an 8-7 loss to the Angels. Gilbreath served as the opener on Wednesday and was making his first start of the season. Things did not go well as he […]

Pius Suter Heads to Detroit on New Two-Year Contract

The Chicago Blackhawks walked away from a qualifying offer to Pius Suter. So, the Detroit Red Wings quickly struck. They signed the forward to a two-year deal worth $3.25 million AAV on Wednesday. Suter spent good parts of the season centering forwards like Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane. He scored 14 goals and 27 points […]

Bell's Best Bets - MLB Betting Picks for 7/29/21 (Premium Content)

We made it to Week 18 of the MLB season, RotoBallers. Let's finish off the month of July strong after John helped us out during my vacation. The overall profit numbers cannot be something I dwell on right now, but rather a path that helps shape my approach for the last two months. I know […]

James Reimer Returns to the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday

James Reimer signed a two-year deal with the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday. Reimer was traded there from the Toronto Maple Leafs during the 2015-16 season. The goaltender will be paid $2.25 million AAV. Reimer went 15-5-2 in 2021 with the Carolina Hurricanes. He posted a 2.66 goals-against-average and .906 save percentage. Reimer has a […]

Will Butcher Traded to the Buffalo Sabres Wednesday

Will Butcher did not figure much into the New Jersey Devils' plans this upcoming season and was moved on Wednesday to the Buffalo Sabres. New Jersey also gave Buffalo a 2022 fifth-round draft pick for future considerations. Butcher has one year left and $3.733 million on his current deal. The defenseman's production had steadily slipped […]

Cowboys Think Dak Prescott Can Return In A Few Days

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott strained his shoulder in training camp, but the team is optimistic that Prescott can return after a few days rest. Locked in as the team's starting quarterback for the foreseeable future, there's no reason to push things with Prescott, especially with him coming off of an ankle injury last season. […]