MLB DFS Pitching Primer for 9/2/21 (Premium Content)

MLB DFS Pitching Primer for 9/2 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.   This is a loaded slate for pitching. We have a handful of aces, and then some really appealing mid-tier options as well. There should be a good amount of points scored from the pitching slots tonight.   […]

The Outsiders: Pitching Prospects to Know for Deep Dynasty Leagues

Welcome the latest update of The Outsiders, where I highlight pitching 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 […]

Justus Sheffield Activated, Earns Win In Relief

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justus Sheffield (forearm) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. He went on to appear in the team's game against the Houston Astros on Wednesday, making his first relief outing of the year. He pitched a scoreless sixth inning, allowing one hit and no walks without striking anyone out. He […]

MMA DFS Value Picks - UFC Vegas 36: Brunson vs. Till (Premium Content)

While not the worst event ever held by the UFC, the truth is that we didn't get to enjoy superb fireworks last weekend. Sure, the one-kick KO of Alhassn was thrilling, and four fighters got to at least 100 DKFP last Saturday, but that's the lowest number since Jul. 24 when just three fighters did so, […]

Anthony Miller “Expected To Play At Some Point This Season”

Houston Texans wide receiver Anthony Miller (shoulder) is "expected to play at some point this season," said general manager Nick Caserio. He suffered a dislocated right shoulder during the second game of the preseason against the Green Bay Packers. Miller hauled in 49 catches for 485 yards and two touchdowns over 16 games for the […]

Starlin Castro Released By Nationals

Infielder Starlin Castro's 30-game suspension for domestic violence came to an end on Thursday. Following the end of the suspension, the Washington Nationals released him. He is now a free agent, though he may have difficulty finding a new home before the end of the year due to his transgressions. The 31-year-old Castro appeared in […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (9/2/21): MLB DFS Lineups

We have a 5-game main slate on tap tonight, and it's not a great one. We have two games that are clear places to target offense, and one is Coors Field, so that will be the insanely popular place to build lineups. Unfortunately, there are also only a few pitchers to really support on this […]

Aaron Civale Allows Two Runs In Solid Double-A Outing

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Aaron Civale (finger) had a strong rehab start at Double-A Akron on Wednesday. He pitched five innings and allowed four hits, one walk and two runs (one earned) while striking out six. It was his third start during this current rehab stint, but his first at Double-A. He made his previous […]

Delino DeShields Jr. Called Up By Reds

The Cincinnati Reds selected the contract of outfielder Delino DeShields Jr. on Wednesday. DeShields was acquired in a trade with the Boston Red Sox just a day earlier, on Tuesday, in exchange for cash considerations. The news is particularly notable as DeShields' father, Delino DeShields Sr., is the first base coach for the Reds. Delino […]

DraftKings MMA, UFC DFS Lineup Picks - UFC Vegas 36: Brunson vs. Till

While not the worst event ever held by the UFC, the truth is that we didn't get to enjoy superb fireworks last weekend. Sure, the one-kick KO of Alhassn was thrilling, and four fighters got to at least 100 DKFP last Saturday, but that's the lowest number since Jul. 24 when just three fighters did so, […]

Jalen Hurts - Undervalued or Overrated?

Today's fantasy football profile will take a look at second-year quarterback Jalen Hurts by looking at his positives, his concerns, and a variety of other important information in determining his fantasy outlook for 2021. Hurts has been a difficult player to assess because he only started four games at quarterback his rookie year and his performance […]

Max Scherzer Expects To Make His Next Start

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Max Scherzer (hamstring) had a dominant outing against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday before leaving the game due to hamstring tightness. He pitched six scoreless innings, allowing three hits and no walks while striking out nine. After the game, Scherzer told reporters that he first felt his hamstring tightening up […]

Colton Parayko Re-signs With Blues

The St. Louis Blues have re-signed defenseman Colton Parayko to an eight-year contract extension. The deal totals $52 million, which will pay him $6.5 million per year. The huge hard-hitting Parayko scored two goals and 12 points in 32 games played this year. He is known as one of the best defensemen in the NHL, […]

Jamison Crowder Misses Practice, To Be Evaluated Monday

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (groin) missed practice on Wednesday due to a groin injury. He has a "minor groin tweak" and will be re-evaluated on Monday. The 28-year-old won't practice the rest of the week, and his availability for Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers is in question. Crowder hauled in 59 […]

Brett Anderson Removed With Shoulder Contusion

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brett Anderson (shoulder) was removed from his start against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday due to a left shoulder contusion. In the second inning of the game, he was struck on his left shoulder by a 103 mph comebacker. He finished the inning, but didn't come back out for the […]

Lou Trivino Continues To Be Out Due To Back Spasms

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino (back) hasn't pitched since last Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Over the past week, he has been dealing with a back issue. On Wednesday, Athletics manager Bob Melvin told reporters that Trivino wasn't available out of the bullpen for Wednesday's game and a few games prior as […]

Corey Clement Signs With The Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys signed free agent running back Corey Clement to a one-year deal on Wednesday. He was recently released by the New York Giants but found a new home in Dallas. The 26-year-old rushed for 86 yards on 18 attempts over three games during the preseason. He logged 21 carries for 75 yards and […]

Wilmer Flores Dealing With Hamstring Tightness

San Francisco Giants second baseman Wilmer Flores (hamstring) was removed from Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers due to left hamstring tightness. He was lifted in the fifth inning of the game and replaced by LaMonte Wade Jr. It sounds as if Flores' removal may have been precautionary. He should be considered day-to-day at this […]

Brandon Aiyuk Doesn’t Practice Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (hamstring) did not participate in Wednesday's practice. He missed the preseason finale due to a "slight hamstring issue." According to head coach Kyle Shanahan, Aiyuk is expected to be ready for Week 1's matchup against the Detroit Lions. The 23-year-old led the 49ers with 60 catches in his […]

Frank Schwindel Homers For Second Straight Game

Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel provided the only offense that his team would need to beat the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday. Schwindel went 1-for-4, but his lone hit would be a big three-run homer off of Joe Ryan in the bottom of the third inning. The Cubs new first baseman has now homered in […]

Austin Barnes Goes Deep In Victory

Los Angeles Dodgers backup catcher Austin Barnes went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's defeat of the Atlanta Braves. Barnes drew the start with Will Smith getting a routine day off and delivered. Barnes hasn't done much with the bat this year, but has hit six homers. He has also driven in 20 […]

College Football Betting Picks for Week One (9/4/2021)

What a whirlwind weekend to start off college football. Despite being annually hyped up as a program on the rise, Scott Frost's Nebraska Cornhuskers let the prognosticators down once again in a poor showing in Champaign, Illinois. Week Zero's only competitive game had a scoop-and-score fumble return with less than a minute left in the […]

Joe Kelly Earns Second Save

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly secured his second save of the season on Wednesday versus the Atlanta Braves. Kelly was called upon with closer Kenley Jansen unavailable for the evening. Kelly worked a clean 1-2-3 inning with three groundouts. Jansen should be available when the Dodgers return to action on Friday versus the […]

Max Muncy Breaks Out Of Slump, Hits 30th Home Run

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy continued his impressive season in Wednesday's victory versus the Atlanta Braves. Muncy went 2-for-4 with a triple and solo home run. His home run in the bottom of the first inning gave the Dodgers an early 1-0 lead. The versatile infielder has been having an excellent season for the […]

Max Scherzer Dominates, Exits Early

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Max Scherzer continued his dominance with six shutout innings in Wednesday's no-decision versus the Atlanta Braves. Scherzer allowed three hits, zero runs, zero walks and struck out nine on the evening, but exited early with hamstring tightness. The right-hander was already having a great season for the Washington Nationals, but […]

Rashod Bateman, Miles Boykin Placed On The IR

Baltimore Ravens wide receivers Rashod Bateman (groin) and Miles Boykins (hamstring) were placed on the short-term injured reserve Wednesday. Bateman recently underwent groin surgery and won't be eligible to return until Week 4. The 21-year-old reportedly could be out even longer and might need up to eight weeks to fully recover. He is worth stashing […]

Gavin Sheets Hits Two Home Runs

Chicago White Sox infielder Gavin Sheets was recalled from Triple-A on Wednesday and went straight to work in the teams victory versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Sheets went 2-for-3 on the evening with two homers and four RBI. The youngster started things off with a three-run blast in the bottom of the fourth inning and then […]

Liam Hendriks Records 31st Save

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks recorded a save for the second day in a row versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. Hendriks went 1 2/3 innings to record the final five outs and allowed one hit with two strikeouts. The All-Star has hit some bumps in the road during the second half of the […]

Carlos Rodon Earns 11th Victory

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon earned a victory in Wednesday's start versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. The lefty tossed five frames and allowed five hits, one run, one walk and struck out five on the evening. The veteran has been having a career year and most importantly has maintained his health for most of […]