Kawhi Leonard Could Miss More Time Than Expected

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is expected to miss time during the 2021-22 campaign. However, he may miss even more than anticipated, primarily after president of basketball operations, Lawrence Frank, indicated that the All-Star would "require a great deal of time" to recover. Leonard suffered a torn ACL during the postseason, requiring surgery, […]

Joe Ross Takes Loss Against Cubs Saturday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Joe Ross had a tough go of it against the Chicago Cubs Saturday, allowing five runs (four earned) on seven hits and a walk in 4 1/3 innings. He struck out five batters and took the loss, dropping his record on the year to 5-9. Ross has had a strong season, […]

Bobby Dalbec Homers Saturday

Boston Red Sox first baseman Bobby Dalbec went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday. It's his first home run since June 28, as Dalbec has endured a tough July with a .540 OPS, six RBI, and five runs scored in 62 at-bats. The impending arrival of Kyle Schwarber on […]

Serge Ibaka Picks Up Player Option

Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka exercised his player option on Saturday. The veteran will make nearly $10 million during the 2021-22 campaign by picking up the extra year. However, a back issue relegated him to only 41 games while averaging 11.1 points, 6.7 boards, and 1.1 blocks last season. After having surgery this offseason, […]

Xander Bogaerts Homers, Reaches Three Times Saturday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run and two walks against the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday. The homer was his 16th of the year, and was his first since July 11. It's also only his third since June 15, when his power production began to slow. Despite not living […]

Mitch Keller To Start Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller will start Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Jake Crouse of MLB.com reports. Keller was called up on July 30 and hasn't pitched in the big leagues since June 10. The one-time prospect has had a disappointing career, posting a 6.31 ERA with a 4.56 FIP across three seasons […]

Justin Turner Blasts 19th Homer

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run in Saturday's victory versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Turner crushed his go-ahead two-run rocket off of Stefan Crichton in the top of the seventh inning. Turner continues to put together one of his finest seasons as a professional and managers are […]

Mitch White Pitches Well As Opener

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Mitch White made his first career start as an opener in Saturday's contest versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Dodgers needed all they could get from the right-hander with the bullpen being heavily worked on Friday. White came through and tossed 3 2/3 innings. White allowed two hits, two runs, one […]

White Sox Undecided On Sunday Starter

The Chicago White Sox haven't decided yet on who will be Sunday's starter against the Cleveland Indians. As of now, Reynaldo Lopez is figured to get the start, but there has been no official word from the team. Lopez has made only six appearances and one start this season. He has a 1.64 ERA with […]

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 have two months left in the fantasy baseball season now. It may not feel like a lot, but there's still plenty of time to make a charge or slip due to complacency. Take advantage of those who lose focus due to fantasy football's […]

Nathan Eovaldi Takes Sixth Loss Saturday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi has been the ace of the staff with Chris Sale still on the way back from Tommy John surgery, but he was not at his best Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Eovaldi allowed six runs (five earned) on six hits and one walk in 5 1/3 innings. […]

Dylan Moore Swipes 16th Base Saturday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dylan Moore started Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers batting ninth and playing left field. He went 1-for-1 with a walk and a stolen base before being lifted for a pinch-hitter. The acquisition of Abraham Toro has clearly cut into Moore's playing time, and it appears he may sit against many […]

Javier Baez Homers In Mets Debut

New York Mets shortstop Javier Baez started his tenure with a 1-for-4 performance which included a sixth-inning, two-run home run. Baez was acquired from the Chicago Cubs just before the trade deadline on July 30 to make up for Francisco Lindor's absence while he recovers from an oblique injury. Their hope is he can get […]

Kyle Seager Hits 22nd Homer Saturday

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager continued his power surge Saturday, smacking a two-run home run off Texas Rangers starting pitcher Taylor Hearn in the first inning of a 5-4 extra-inning loss. He also singled in four at-bats. Seager has been outstanding in his last seven games, slashing .280/.419/.760 with four home runs and 11 […]

Ty France Goes Deep Saturday

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Ty France went 1-for-5 with a home run against the Texas Rangers Saturday. It's his 10th homer of the year and his first since July 18. France has continued to bat third in the Seattle lineup, but he's been somewhat disappointing with his power production, leading to his .426 slugging percentage […]

Diego Castillo Blows First Save Chance For Seattle

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Diego Castillo came on in the bottom of the 10th inning with a chance for his first save as a member of the Mariners Saturday, but instead he allowed a two-run home run to Jonah Heim that left him with a blown save and a loss. He did not record an […]

Andrew McCutchen Pulled Mid-Game

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen (knee) exited Saturday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. According to manager Joe Girardi, he has right knee stiffness and is questionable for Sunday. McCutchen has had a solid year at the plate, slashing .234/.353/.462 with 20 HRs, 58 RBI, 55 runs, and six stolen bases thus far. If he does […]

Tyler Anderson Solid In Mariners Debut

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Tyler Anderson pitched well in his team debut, allowing three runs on six hits and no walks in 5 1/3 innings against the Texas Rangers. He struck out three batters and allowed one home run. He took a no-decision in the 5-4 extra-inning loss. This start was standard fare for Anderson, […]

PGA DFS Preview: 2021 WGC- FedEx St. Jude Invitational

Hi RotoBallers! I'm Andy Lack and I'm very excited to be with you as a new member of the RB PGA team! In our ongoing attempt to expand and improve our PGA coverage, I will be dropping a 'Tournament Preview' every Monday morning. I hope this preview will give you a head start on your […]

Brian Goodwin Hits Fifth Home Run

Chicago White Sox outfielder Brian Goodwin went 1-for-3 with two runs, two walks and a solo home run in Saturday's loss versus the Cleveland Indians. Goodwin was struggling entering the contest, but has been playing with outfielder Eloy Jimenez (groin) banged up. Goodwin came through and not only with his home run, but he also […]

Seby Zavala Makes History On Saturday

Chicago White Sox catcher Seby Zavala went 4-for-4 with a single, three home runs and six RBI in Saturday's loss versus the Cleveland Indians. The three homers were the first of his career and he became the first player in MLB history to hit his first home run as part of a three-homer game. Zavala […]

Dallas Keuchel Allows Five Runs In No-Decision

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel struggled in Saturday's no-decision versus the Cleveland Indians. Keuchel went 5 1/3 innings this evening and allowed five hits, five runs, one walk and struck out four. The lefty has now given up nine runs over his last two outings. Keuchel remains 7-4 and will carry a 4.51 […]

Michael Kopech Has Rough Appearance

Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech got lit up on Saturday for his first loss of the season versus the Cleveland Indians. Kopech went one inning and allowed five hits, five runs, one walk and recorded one strikeout. Kopech has been dominating this year, mostly as a reliever, but just didn't have it this evening. […]

Kyle Ryan Records First Save

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kyle Ryan earned his first save of the season in Saturday's victory versus the Washington Nationals. Ryan was called upon to close it out for the Cubs with closer Craig Kimbrel being dealt at the trade deadline to the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Ryan failed to record a strikeout and […]

Jeffrey Springs Likely Heading To IL

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Jeffrey Springs (knee) looks to be heading to the 10-day injured list after exiting Saturday's game early, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Springs was diagnosed with a right knee sprain, as manager Kevin Cash said it was "highly likely" that he will be heading to the […]

Rafael Ortega Continues To Hit In Second Half

Chicago Cubs outfielder Rafael Ortega went 2-for-5 with two runs, one stolen base and a two-run home run in Saturday's victory versus the Washington Nationals. Ortega has been leading off for the Cubs lately and has been hitting the ball well. Ortega is now hitting .386 with one home run and five RBI over his […]

Kyle Hendricks Picks Up 13th Win

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks went seven innings in Saturday's victory versus the Washington Nationals. Hendricks allowed four hits, one run, one walk and struck out three. Hendricks was coming off of a brutal outing earlier in the week, but returned to form this evening. With the Cubs selling almost their entire offense, Hendricks […]

Todd Davis Signs With The Giants

Free-agent linebacker Todd Davis signed with the New York Giants on Saturday. He was cut by the Denver Broncos at the end of 2020 training camp and signed with the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3 of last season. The 30-year-old racked up 35 tackles (16 solo) and one sack over 11 games in 2020. Davis […]

LEC DFS Lineup Picks for 8/01/21 - FanDuel, DraftKings League Of Legends Daily Fantasy

Welcome to RotoBaller's coverage of League of Legends DFS for both FanDuel and DraftKings. Be on the lookout for coverage of the LPL, LCK, and LCS as well as we have some great analysts covering all LoL leagues for the Summer split. Today, I am focusing on the 5-game LEC slate with contests available on […]

Chris Paddack Lands On The 10-Day Injured List

San Diego Padres pitcher Chris Paddack (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained left oblique. The move was retroactive to July 28. He's struggled this season, owning an uninspiring 5.13 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, and 90 strikeouts across 93 innings in 2021. It's unclear exactly how much time Paddack will miss, but […]