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. […]

Marquise Brown Leaves Field Early

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marquise Brown left the field early in practice on Thursday and was seen having his legs stretched out by a team trainer. Luke Jones of WNST reports that it "didn't look to be anything serious," but noted there is "no reason to push it so early in camp, especially with Lamar […]

Will Fuller "Dealing With Something"

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Will Fuller left practice early on Wednesday and does not appear to be practicing Thursday, as head coach Brian Flores says that Fuller is "dealing with something." Normally, some slight injury this early in camp wouldn't be a huge concern, but Fuller has a history of injuries, especially when it comes […]

Mikael Granlund Stays With Nashville Predators in New Deal

Mikael Granlund is back with the Nashville Predators after signing a four-year pact worth $5 million AAV on Wednesday. Granlund is an interesting case because the Predators traded for him at the 2019 NHL Trade Deadline. He produced a handful of points then had just 30 points in 63 games during the 2019-20 season. Granlund […]

Mark Canha Doing It All For A's From Leadoff Slot

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha reached base four times to lead a 10-run outburst for the A's in San Diego. Canha went 2-for-3 with two walks, two RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base as he's picked up right where he left off before going on the injured list in June. On the season, […]

Chris Herndon Working With Second Unit

New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon has been working primarily with the second unit at camp, with Tyler Kroft and Ryan Griffin getting time with the starting offense. Herndon has been a popular breakout candidate for a few years now, but after playing in all 16 games last year and finishing with 31 catches […]

Corey Davis, Jamison Crowder, Keelan Cole Working As Starters

The New York Jets are using Corey Davis, Jamison Crowder, and Keelan Cole as their starting receivers so far in training camp, while second-year receiver Denzel Mims works with the second team. Davis and Crowder aren't surprises, but that fight to be the other receiver on the field when the Jets go with three wides […]

Andrew Heaney Completes Quality Start Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Andrew Heaney got the no-decision in Wednesday's 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies. He threw six innings, giving up three runs, three walks, and picking up eight strikeouts. It was his second quality start in a row after allowing two runs over seven innings on July 22. Wednesday's outing lowered […]

Matt Chapman Homers, But Strikeout Issues Remain

Oakland Athletics third baseman Matt Chapman blasted a three-run homer on Wednesday to help fuel a 10-run outburst in a win over the Padres. Chapman also struck out twice and his strikeout rate for the season is an unmanageable 31.6 percent. In addition to the homer, Chapman struck out twice versus San Diego as he's […]

Texans Sign Jordan Veasy

Following Wednesday's trade that sent Randall Cobb to Green Bay, the Houston Texans have made another move at wide receiver, signing free agent Jordan Veasy. Veasy has bounced around training camps and practice squads since 2018, but has never appeared in an NFL game. It would be surprising to see that change in 2021, as […]

Henry Ruggs III Gains 13 Pounds

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III has arrived in camp weighing 13 pounds more than he did last season, seemingly in an effort to help Ruggs become a more physical receiver. Ruggs, the first receiver drafted last season, wasn't great as a rookie, catching 26 passes for 452 yards and two touchdowns. Drafted […]