Gleyber Torres Could Begin Rehab Assignment This Weekend

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres (thumb) could begin a rehab assignment this weekend, per Erik Boland of Newsday. Torres is set to join Double-A Somerset, where he'll work out all week, with the hope that he'll be ready to resume game action at some point either this weekend or next week. The 24-year-old shortstop […]

Nelson Cruz Expected To Rejoin Rays On Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz (COVID-19) is expected to rejoin the team on Tuesday to start a two-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Cruz was placed on the COVD-19 injured list on Sunday but has since tested negative and has been cleared to rejoin the team. The Tampa Bay Times reported Cruz could […]

Willson Contreras Could Return On Upcoming Road Trip

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (knee) could return as the team's designated hitter on their upcoming interleague-heavy road trip, NBC Sports Chicago's Gordon Wittenmyer reported on Monday. Contreras landed on the 10-day injured list on August 12 with a right knee sprain but is slowly returning to baseball activities and took batting practice on Monday […]

Kenta Maeda Placed On Injured List

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (forearm) has been placed on the injured list with right forearm tightness. Maeda exited his most recent start against the Yankees on Saturday with the issue, which will result in his second stint on the injured list this season. The veteran right-hander had appeared to turn things around after […]

Trevin Jones Unable To Make Adjustments

A last-minute change of opponent proved to be a difficult task to overcome for Trevin Jones on Saturday, leading to Jones suffering a third-round submission defeat on the main card. In his bout with Saidyokub Kakhramonov, which lasted 14:21, Jones was only able to land 12 significant strikes (70 total strikes), but he absorbed a […]

Trevor Lawrence To See More Action Against Saints

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence projects to play more in the team's second preseason game on Monday night than he did in his preseason debut. Per SI's John Shipley, "the expectation is that Lawrence will start against the Saints and play more than he did a week ago... Lawrence played just two drives then, […]

Mike Foltynewicz Lands On COVID-19 List

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list. It's unknown whether or not he tested positive, but regardless it appears Foltynewicz is going to miss some time. That being said, youngster Spencer Howard should start on Wednesday with righty Dane Dunning going on Thursday. Neither of those pitchers are […]

Mike Ford Claimed By Nationals

The Washington Nationals have claimed first baseman Mike Ford off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. The lefty hitting infielder was traded to the Rays earlier in the season, but started the season with the New York Yankees. Hopefully, the 29-year-old will actually get a chance to play on the rebuilding Nats roster. […]

Luke Weaver Has Rehab Assignment Stopped

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (shoulder) had his rehab assignment put on pause due to close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. It doesn't sound like Weaver tested positive, but the organization is being safe. The right-hander will not pitch until he clears all needed protocols. Weaver has been sidelined since mid-May […]

Tim Anderson Miss Third Game In A Row

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (leg) will miss his third game in a row on Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The organization claims that Anderson is dealing with general leg soreness. Possibly, the White Sox just want to be cautious with their slugging shortstop down the stretch of the season. Nonetheless, Danny Mendick […]

Zack Britton Could Miss Significant Time

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive July 20. Britton is dealing with a left elbow sprain, so he could be out for longer than 10 days. In fact, Britton missed the first two and a half months of the season after having surgery on […]

George Springer Increasing Baseball Activities

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) did some running and also is scheduled to take batting practice ahead of Monday's game against the Chicago White Sox. The fact Springer was able to run is a good sign moving forward. He has been sidelined roughly a week while dealing with a Grade 1 left knee […]

Gregory Polanco Starting On Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco was placed on outright waivers on Sunday. Despite that, he'll be starting in right field versus righty Will Crowe and the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday. It's unlikely that any team claims Polanco since he's hitting .199 with 11 home runs and 34 RBI this season. Regardless, a chance of scenery […]

Michael Badgley, Tristan Vizcaino Competing For Kicking Job

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Michael Badgley has been competing with Tristan Vizcaino to see who will get the starting job. Badgley took advantage of the opportunity against the 49ers. He had two first-half opportunities. Badgley made an extra-point attempt in the first quarter. The biggest concern for the Chargers has been Badgley's ability to nail […]

Jordan Love Returns To Practice

Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Jordan Love (shoulder) returned to practice on Monday after missing practice last week. Love suffered a shoulder injury during the first half of the team's preseason game against the Houston Texans. The MRI returned negative, but the Packers were cautious with Love, holding him out during the second preseason game […]

The Cut List - Time to Let Go? Week 22

Welcome back to The Cut List. This is our weekly article looking at players who fantasy managers might be considering cutting from their teams and struggling players who need a closer look. We'll look at players who are worthy of a drop, players who are worth monitoring for replacing, and someone on the hot seat who […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. We're nearly into September and that means you must strictly identify your team needs and what categories/roster spots you can be riskier with. Don't let off the gas pedal as other people have their attention divided by the upcoming football season. Join me and […]

Lucid's Best Bets - Premium MLB Betting Picks for 8/23/2021

Happy Monday, RotoBallers! I hope you all had a terrific weekend, let's open up this week with a nice day on the books. John 'LucidMedia' Brubaker here, filling in for Tommy Bell for the rest of the season. I'm privileged to be able to do this for you guys and am extremely excited to help […]

Ryan McMahon Knocks In Two Runs On Sunday

Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon went 2-for-3 with a double, two RBI, and a walk in an 8-4 loss to the Diamondbacks on Sunday. McMahon put the Rockies on the board in the first inning with an RBI double that scored Connor Joe. He also picked up an RBI single later in the ball game […]

Jon Gray Rocked On Sunday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray took the loss on Sunday when he allowed five runs on six hits with three walks and eight strikeouts over 5 1/3 innings. Gray had just two bad innings but it was enough to allow five earned runs and saddle him with the loss. Daulton Varsho smacked a three-run […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Monday 8/23

Welcome to the 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 […]

Curtis Samuel Still Not A Full Participant

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (groin) was not in pads for practice on Monday as he worked off to the sidelines with team trainers. Head coach Ron Rivera has said that the team will ease Samuel back in, but at this point, it seems a bit concerning for his rapport with quarterback Ryan […]

Dyami Brown Misses Practice

Washington Football Team wide receiver Dyami Brown (undisclosed) was not spotted at practice on Monday. The rookie has been impressive so far throughout the preseason, so his role in the offense is likely secured even if he were to miss a bit of time. Through two preseason games, Brown has four catches for 49 yards […]

Temarrick Hemingway, Sammis Reyes Practicing Monday

Washington Football Team tight ends Temarrick Hemingway (concussion) and Sammis Reyes (concussion) were back at practice Monday. The two are battling with rookie John Bates, Ricky Seals-Jones, and Caleb Wilson for the No. 2 role behind Logan Thomas, so it is important they are able to suit up in the team's final preseason game on […]

Cam Newton Out Five Days Due To COVID-19 Protocols

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton will be out for five days due to COVID-19 protocols after what the team called a "misunderstanding" about tests conducted away from the facility. Newton will be eligible to return to the practice field this Thursday, which will give rookie quarterback Mac Jones some valuable first-team repetitions this week. […]

Edward Cabrera Will Make Wednesday's Start

Miami Marlins top pitching prospect Edward Cabrera will be called up to make his major league debut on Wednesday. Cabrera is a top-5 prospect in the Marlins system and a top-50 guy in all of baseball. He was most recently pitching in Triple-A, posting a 3.68 ERA with 48 strikeouts in 29 1/3 innings. He […]

Mohamed Sanu Scores A Touchdown In Week 2 Of Preseason

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mohamed Sanu produced a five-yard touchdown reception during the team's 15-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night. The veteran wideout signed with the 49ers towards the end of last season but hardly saw any meaningful snaps, totaling just one reception for nine yards. However, Sanu split the […]

Travis Benjamin Scores A Touchdown

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Travis Benjamin caught both of his targets for 24 yards, including a 16-yard touchdown reception from rookie quarterback Trey Lance to put the 49ers up 15-10 in the third quarter during Sunday's preseason Week 2 win. Benjamin opted out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 but looked good running […]

Jorge Soler Blasts Homer Off Baltimore

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler has turned the page since the trade deadline move to his new club. Soler was struggling with Kansas City, but is slashing .257/.378/.500 since joining the Braves. On Sunday, Soler went 2-for-4 with a solo home run off left-hander John Means during the 3-1 win. He now has 18 home […]

Denny Hamlin Comes Kind of Close with another Top Five Result at Michigan

Denny Hamlin finished behind the two Hendrick Motorsports cars and Ryan Blaney on Sunday. His fifth-place result was nothing to sneeze at. The 550 HP build just was not kind to him on this day. His pit crew gamely made several adjustments to the No. 11 car. Again, Hamlin did lead ten laps early in […]