Carlos Correa Hitting .185 Last Seven Games

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa will enjoy his day off Monday before the team begins a series with the Rockies on Tuesday. Correa is 5-for-27 (.185) over his last seven games but has popped two home runs during that span. The impending free agent has traded off between strong offensive stretches and prolonged slumps. Correa […]

Chase Edmonds, James Conner Will Play A Lot This Season

Arizona Cardinals running backs Chase Edmonds and James Conner are focused on working together and winning games. Edmonds said that he does not like the term "RB1," and Conner said he agrees with Edmonds. He added that they are both going to play a lot this year and make plays, so the RB1 title doesn't […]

Michael Brantley Takes Over Batting Lead

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley will enjoy his day off Monday as the sitting batting average leader in the American League. Brantley is 7-for-23 (.304) over his last seven games and is hitting a sparkling .338 in 20 games since the All-Star break. The Astros will host the Rockies beginning Tuesday and the veteran slugger […]

A.J. Green Impressing During Training Camp

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Green continues to impress during training camp. He has received praise from the coaching staff and quarterback Kyler Murray. Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is "jacked" about pairing up with Green. All signs point to Green being the No. 2 wide receiver for the team. The question is if Green will remain […]

Cardinals Sign Ito Smith

The Arizona Cardinals signed Ito Smith, adding to their running back depth. It is unclear whether Smith will have a shot at the No. 3 RB duties behind Chase Edmonds and James Conner, and he'll be competing with the likes of Jonathan Ward, Eno Benjamin and Tavien Feaster for playing time while trying to pick up […]

White Sox Activate Luis Robert

The Chicago White Sox have activated outfielder Luis Robert (hip) from the 10-day injured list on Monday. Robert was placed on the 10-day injured list on May 2 with a Grade 3 right hip flexor strain and began his rehab assignment on July 19. Robert was hitting .316 with one home run, eight RBI and […]

Aaron Jones Sitting Out Practice With Hamstring Injury

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (hamstring) is sitting out practice on Monday due to a hamstring injury. There's no word as to the nature or severity of the injury at this point. He should be considered questionable for the team's first preseason game against the Houston Texans this coming Saturday. The Packers' No. […]

Tom Brady Likely To Play A Drive Or Two On Saturday

It appears likely that Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will see some action this Saturday as the team takes on the Cincinnati Bengals. Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians told the media that everyone would play in the first preseason game this coming weekend. Regarding Brady specifically, Arians said that it is currently "wait and […]

Michael Chiesa Unable To Win Fifth Straight

Michael Chiesa may have to wait just a bit longer for that elusive title shot after suffering a first-round loss to Vicente Luque in their UFC 265 matchup on Saturday. Having his four-fight winning streak snapped, Chiesa almost made it five straight after catching Luque in a submission. Luque was able to break free and […]

Sam Hentges To Work As Opener Monday Night

According to Mandy Bell, Cleveland Indians pitcher Sam Hentges will start Monday night's game against the Cincinnati Reds in a bullpen game. This is probably Hentges best possibility for success as he has struggled mightily as a starter this season and has allowed 16 earned runs in his previous three starts dating back to June […]

Ross Colton Inks New Two-Year Deal With Tampa Bay

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed forward Ross Colton to a two-year, $2.25 million contract ($1.25 million average annual value) on Monday. The 24-year-old, who scored the Stanley-Cup-clinching goal in Game 5 of the Cup Final, was previously a restricted free agent and had an arbitration hearing scheduled for next Monday. Colton burst into the NHL […]

Vicente Luque Submits Opponent In The First Round

Now a winner of four straight fights and 10 of his last 11, Vicente Luque all but locked in his shot for the title in the near future by finishing a top contender in Michael Chiesa on Saturday. All four of Luque's recent victories have also come by finish. Almost getting caught in a choke […]

Angela Hill Unable To Avenge 2015 Loss

Unfortunately for Angela Hill, her rematch with Tecia Torres at UFC 265 on Saturday ended with the same result as their 2015 matchup, a unanimous-decision loss. Statistically, Hill landed 96 significant strikes (99 total strikes) but absorbed a large number of strikes, sustaining 166 total strikes. In the takedown department, Hill could only land two […]

O.J. Howard Still Recovering From Achilles Injury

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end O.J. Howard (Achilles) "isn't there yet" in his recovery from a torn Achilles injury per head coach Bruce Arians. Howard was able to practice for the first time in late July but is still trying to work his way back physically, with Arians noting that there were a couple of […]

Michael Thomas Sends Heated Tweet Aimed At Saints

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) sent out a somewhat cryptic tweet on Monday morning. The tweet read, "They tried to damage your reputation. You saved theirs by not telling your side of the story." While it's certainly an elusive and cryptic tweet, it's also one that can rather clearly be connected to […]

Cameron Brate Activated From PUP List

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate (undisclosed) was activated from the PUP list on Monday. He is set to rejoin the team on the practice field. Brate began training camp on the PUP list with an undisclosed injury. Brate will enter the season as a member of a scary tight end trio that also […]

Josh Reynolds Praised For His Professionalism By Vrabel

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Josh Reynolds was praised by Titans head coach Mike Vrabel in an interview on Monday. Vrabel told the press that he likes Reynolds' professionalism, noting that Reynolds doesn't make mental errors. Vrabel said that Reynolds was off to a solid start at camp before he got hurt. Reynolds missed about a […]

Justin Jefferson Nursing Shoulder Sprain

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (shoulder) suffered an injury to his left shoulder at practice this past Friday. It occurred after he took a hit from defensive back Bashaud Breeland and he left practice early after the incident. Adam Schefter reports that the injury is believed to be a sprained AC joint. The Vikings […]

Tecia Torres Earns Victory Over Angela Hill

Dominating statistically, Tecia Torres defeated Angela Hill for the second time in her career on Saturday, this time by unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27). Torres had a high output of striking, landing 144 significant strikes (166 total strikes) while only landing one of her six takedown tries. Though the third round may have been going […]

DJ Johnson Dealing With Shoulder Discomfort

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher DJ Johnson (shoulder) Johnson was removed from Sunday's game against the Orioles with right shoulder discomfort. He recorded two outs before exiting in the sixth inning. "He felt something cracked, not popped in his shoulder," said manager Kevin Cash. Johnson will head to St. Petersburg, FL, for further evaluation. The 31-year-old […]

Saquon Barkley Activated From PUP, Returns To Practice

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) was officially activated from the Physically Unable to Perform List Monday. He will participate in his first training camp practice on Monday afternoon. It will be his first practice since suffering an ACL tear in September. The 24-year-old will continue to ramp up his activity and is […]

Ryan Fitzpatrick, Logan Thomas Building Chemistry

According to reports out of camp, Washington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and tight end Logan Thomas keep on building their rapport at the team's practices. Team reporter Pete Hailey says that Fitzpatrick to Thomas in the end zone is one of the recurring themes at practice. Fitzpatrick has been notorious for targeting his tight […]

Daily Fantasy Baseball Streamers - Waiver Wire Picks for Monday 8/9

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 […]

Darin Ruf Hits Solo Homer Sunday

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder Darin Ruf contributed in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Brewers, going 1-for-3 with a solo home run, two walks, and two strikeouts. The veteran has hit surprisingly well this season, slashing .275/.393/.567 with 13 HR and 30 RBI in 206 plate appearances. He has been seeing regular playing time lately […]

Brandon Belt Hits Pinch-Hit Homer Sunday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt stayed red-hot in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Brewers, going 1-for-1 with a pinch-hit two-run home run. Belt launched a seventh-inning offering to straightaway center to tie the game. The 33-year-old now has four HR in his last three games and has 15 on the season to go […]

Adam Frazier Starting To Heat Up

San Diego Padres second baseman/outfielder Adam Frazier compiled three hits and a run scored Sunday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Frazier doubled in the first inning and touched home two batters later on a single by infielder Jake Cronenworth. Since a 4-for-25 slide to start his Padres career, the 29-year-old has collected eight hits and a […]

Terrace Marshall Jr. The Early Favorite For Third Wideout Spot

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. has been impressive during the team's camp, making a case for himself as the team's third starting receiver. Joe Person of The Athletic predicts that Marshall is the early favorite to win that spot, noting that the 6-foot-2-inch wideout has shown off his big catch radius at practice, […]

Johnny Cueto Turns In Subpar Start Sunday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto delivered an uninspiring start in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Brewers. Cueto pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing four runs on five hits (including a two-run home run) and a walk with three strikeouts. The veteran has had an up-and-down season, compiling a 7-6 record with a 3.98 ERA, […]

Jorge Lopez Takes Tough No-Decision Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Jorge Lopez pitched well in Sunday's 9-6 loss to the Rays. Lopez pitched 6 innings, allowing two runs on four hits (including a solo home run) and two walks with five strikeouts. However, the bullpen ultimately could not protect the lead. Lopez has struggled overall this season, compiling a 5.75 ERA, […]

Dyami Brown Priding Himself On Being Versatile Receiver

Washington Football Team rookie wide receiver Dyami Brown has impressed his coaches and teammates so far throughout the first two weeks of training camp practices, and it seems he is getting accustomed to the little details that it takes to be successful in the NFL. When addressing the media on Sunday, Brown mentioned that he […]