Nolan Arenado Gets Breather Monday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado will take a seat on the bench for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB.com. There are no injury concerns with the all-star, just a chance to give him some rest. Matt Carpenter will play third and bat fifth in his place. Arenado's in the […]

Brandon Belt Hits 21st Homer Of Season Sunday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt got things going for the Giants in Sunday's 6-4 win over the Dodgers, going 1-for-4 with a solo home run. Belt jumped on a Walker Buehler first-inning fastball, driving it over the right-center wall to puts the Giants on the board. The veteran has brought the power this […]

Washington Signs Jonathan Williams To Practice Squad

The Washington Football Team has signed running back Jonathan Williams to their practice squad after releasing him prior to the 53-man roster deadline last week. This move comes after Peyton Barber signed with the Las Vegas Raiders from the Washington practice squad, so Williams could be promoted to the active roster if there are any […]

Avisail Garcia Remains Out Of Lineup Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring/back) is absent from the starting lineup for a fourth straight game for Monday's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. Garcia has been dealing with tightness in his back and hamstring but continues to be day-to-day. He is in the middle of a productive year at the plate, in which he's […]

Curtis Samuel Practices On Monday

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (groin) was on the field and in pads during a practice session on Monday. A groin ailment has plagued the speedy wideout, so his presence certainly is a good sign toward his availability for the opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. Still, fantasy managers should continue to monitor […]

Jake McGee Allows Two Runs Sunday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee allowed two runs (one earned) in Sunday's 6-4 win over the Dodgers. McGee entered the game to pitch the ninth inning up by four. Austin Barnes reached on a Kris Bryant throwing error, and McGee then gave up a two-run home run to Albert Pujols. He was able […]

Chase McLaughlin Will Kick For Browns In Week 1

Cleveland Browns kicker Chase McLaughlin will open the season as the starter in Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters after Monday's practice that it will be McLaughlin and not recently-signed Chris Naggar, who was added to the team's practice squad on Thursday. That was the first time that […]

Curtis Samuel Participating At Practice

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (groin) was back at practice on Monday after being limited to individual drills on the sidelines last week. The 25-year-old seems like he is on track to play in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers, but the lack of practice time he has logged with Ryan Fitzpatrick […]

David Bote Expected Back Soon

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote (ankle) is close to returning to game action, according to Cubs bench coach Andy Green. Bote landed on the injured list on August 28 after spraining his right ankle. This season hasn't been kind to Bote, as he's slashed just .202/.270/.339 with eight home runs over 78 games. Once he […]

Jamison Crowder Has A Shot To Play In Week 1

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (illness, groin) has a chance to play during the Week 1 opener against the Panthers. The veteran was recently diagnosed with COVID-19. However, because Crowder is vaccinated, he could be activated if he has two negative tests 24 hours apart while showing no symptoms. Still, the 28-year-old continues […]

Julian Merryweather Back With The Team

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Julian Merryweather (oblique) is with the club in New York and is expected to return from the injured list, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Merryweather hasn't pitched since April 13 after straining his oblique and landing on the IL. Before being sidelined, he pitched well in 4.1 innings, allowing […]

Austin Hays Hits 15th Homer Of Season Sunday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays went 2-for-5 with a single, a solo home run, and a strikeout in Sunday's 8-7 win over the Yankees. Hays put a second-inning Corey Kluber fastball just over the left-field wall for his 15th HR of the season. The 26-year-old has started September well, slashing .333/.368/.556. He has been a […]

Tyrod Taylor To Start Week 1

Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor will start Week 1 against the Jaguars. With Deshaun Watson's availability in limbo moving ahead, Taylor will begin the year under center against one of last season's worst teams in the league. While the 32-year-old veteran certainly has had his share of ups and downs throughout his career, the signal-caller […]

Keibert Ruiz Out Of Monday's Lineup

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (knee) is not in Monday's lineup against the New York Mets. According to Jesse Doughtery, he is day-to-day after fouling a ball off his left knee during Saturday's game. Alex Avila will get the catching duties for the time being. Ruiz, who the Dodgers traded to the Nationals at the […]

Cedric Mullins Homers, Steals Base Sunday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins hit another milestone in Sunday's 8-7 win over the Yankees, going 2-for-4 with a single, a two-run home run, a walk, a strikeout, and a stolen base. Mullins took Albert Abreu deep in the sixth inning for his 25th HR of the season. The 26-year-old now has 25 HR and […]

Dominic Smith Returns Monday

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith has come off the bereavement list, in time for Monday's game against the Washington Nationals. In a corresponding move, the Mets have optioned catcher Chance Sisco. Smith has had a subpar year thus far, slashing .247/.307/.365 with 11 HRs, 55 RBI, and 41 runs across 125 games. The […]

Keegan Akin Gives Up Grand Slam Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Keegan Akin faltered after a string of successful starts in Sunday's 8-7 win over the Yankees. Akin pitched just 4 innings, allowing four runs on three hits (including a grand slam) and two walks with five strikeouts. The 26-year-old has pitched better lately but still owns a 7.00 ERA and 1.63 […]

Elvis Andrus Continues To Struggle With 0-for-3 At Toronto

Oakland Athletics shortstop Elvis Andrus went 0-for-3 with a strikeout in a loss to the Blue Jays on Sunday. Andrus has had a miserable first season in Oakland as he's slashing just .226/.272/.303 with only three homers and 30 RBI across 129 games played. The veteran shortstop is striking out more than he has in […]

Matt Chapman Whiffs Twice Sunday As Strikeout Issues Persist

Oakland Athletics third baseman Matt Chapman went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in a loss to the Blue Jays on Sunday. The former All-Star had a miserable 2020 season thanks to a whopping 35% strikeout rate and those issues have continued in 2021 as Chapman is whiffing 31.6% of the time this season. The strikeouts haven't […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (9/6/21): MLB DFS Lineups

Happy Monday and happy Labor Day, Rotoballers! We will keep today’s article short and sweet so we can all enjoy the unofficial end of summer. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t sit back with someday baseball and profit with some DFS action.  Eight games populate the featured slate on DraftKings, and there are plenty of […]

Quarterbacks To Avoid in Drafts?

In the last week without regular-season football for the rest of this year, many fantasy managers will be conducting their fantasy drafts. Zeroing in on your strategy is essential for fantasy success but don't hesitate to zig when others zag. Fantasy managers need to be flexible and adapt in their drafts. Every draft has its […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Monday 9/6

artWelcome to another edition of our daily fantasy baseball streamers! Are you playing in leagues with daily moves and looking to beef up those rosters? We here at RotoBaller are there for you and all of your streaming needs. Each day RotoBaller will provide you with some of the best streaming options to consider in […]

Mark Canha Has Nine-Game Hit-Streak Snapped On Sunday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha went 0-for-3 with a walk at Toronto on Sunday to snap his nine-game hit streak. Canha had also homered in three straight games as he saw that streak come to an end. The veteran outfielder went through a tough August as his .531 OPS in the month was easily his […]

Don't Let Go: Players Not To Drop Yet In Dynasty

It can be really tempting to drop an underperforming player in dynasty. That's not always the best decision, though. Players who seem droppable on the surface sometimes aren't in the wild world of dynasty leagues, where a changing situation could suddenly give someone value. Below, you'll find four players you may be dropping that you shouldn't in […]

Wide Receivers To Avoid in Drafts?

Fantasy football drafts are all about finding value. As important as it is to find undervalued players, breakouts, sneaky late-round picks and sleepers -- it's equally important to avoid fantasy landmines and potential busts. Today we're looking at some wide receivers who may be overvalued, or disappoint fantasy football managers, and you may want to […]

Week 1 NFL Thursday Night Football - Fantasy Score DFS Prop Picks for PrizePicks

Hello everybody and welcome! The 2021 NFL season is finally underway and that means our new friends over at PrizePicks have a TON of great props we can look to take advantage of. PrizePicks is a great DFS props site where you can choose to select plays in terms of fantasy points or single stats. […]

Video:Week 1 Running Back - Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Football

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 […]

Video:Week 1 Wide Receiver - Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Football

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 […]

Running Backs To Avoid in Drafts?

Fantasy football drafts are all about finding value. As important as it is to find undervalued players, breakouts, sneaky late-round picks and sleepers -- it's equally important to avoid fantasy landmines and potential busts. Today we're looking at some running backs who may be overvalued, or disappoint fantasy football managers, and you may want to […]

Video:Week 1 Tight Ends, Quarterbacks - Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Football

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 […]