Nationals Won't Trade Max Scherzer To The Mets

A source close to the Washington Nationals situation with starting pitcher Max Scherzer said there is "no chance" that they would trade the veteran right-hander to the division-rival New York Mets, no matter the offer. Scherzer has a no-trade clause, so he must be willing to waive it to join a team of his liking, […]

Royals Unlikely To Trade Away Key Players

The Kansas City Royals are unlikely to trade away any of their key players prior to Friday's trade deadline, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. General Manager Dayton Moore said that the team is building for 2022, and that he does not expect the Royals to trade away any of the key contributors for next […]

Mets Agreement With Kumar Rocker In Jeopardy

The New York Mets agreement with first-round right-hander Kumar Rocker (elbow) is now in limbo after the team showed concerns with Rocker's right elbow during his physical exam, according to multiple industry sources. However, Rocker's camp disagrees with the concerns, citing his durability in college at Vanderbilt. The 10th overall pick of the draft agreed […]

Javier Baez Scratched From Monday's Lineup

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (heel) has been scratched from Tuesday's lineup versus the Cincinnati Reds with a bruised left heel. Baez suffered the heel injury on Sunday but pinch-hit on Monday and recorded the game-winning hit. Baez will be replaced in the lineup by infielder Nico Hoerner. Hoerner has been in a slump lately and […]

Franmil Reyes Returns To Indians Lineup Tuesday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Franmil Reyes (back) will return to the lineup Tuesday while playing designated hitter and batting fourth against St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Adam Wainwright. Reyes was scratched from Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays with back spasms, but apparently, he is now good to go. Fantasy managers should feel free to plug […]

Luke Voit Nearing A Return

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (knee) is "very close" to a return to action, per Pete Caldera of the Bergen Record. Voit suffered a bone bruise in his left knee, but his knee appears to have responded well to both a PRP shot and baseball activities. Manager Aaron Boone said that the slugging […]

Stephen Strasburg To Undergo Thoracic Outlet Surgery

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck, shoulder) will undergo thoracic outlet surgery on Wednesday, according to Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post. With this, Strasburg's injury-riddled 2021 campaign finally comes to a close, as he will now aim to be back in time for Spring Training next year. Strasburg finishes 2021 with a 1-2 […]

Luis Robert Moving Rehab Assignment To Triple-A

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (hip) is moving his minor league rehab assignment to Triple-A Charlotte. Robert has gone 3-for-12 with a double and three RBI in four games with Double-A Winston-Salem as he tries to make his way back from a Grade 3 right hip flexor strain. With his rehab moving to Triple-A, […]

Dodgers Receiving Interest In Keibert Ruiz

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been getting plenty of interest in minor league catcher Keibert Ruiz. Ruiz has no current path to the major league roster, but the Dodgers don't want to give him up for a rental piece at the trade deadline. The 23-year-old backstop is ranked by MLB Pipeline as Los Angeles' top […]

Taylor Rogers Placed On 10-Day Injured List

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Taylor Rogers (finger) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left middle finger strain Tuesday. Rogers suffered the injury during an appearance in Monday's game, throwing a wild pitch and immediately exiting the game. It's unfortunate timing for the All-Star southpaw, who was expected to be an attractive target […]

Mariners A Potential Suitor For Trea Turner

The Seattle Mariners are one potential suitor for Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner at the trade deadline. Seattle has high-end prospects to interest the Nationals and are looking at infielders controllable beyond the 2021 season. The M's have been comfortable with current shortstop J.P. Crawford, and Turner can move around the diamond. Turner is one […]

Cubs Option Keegan Thompson

The Chicago Cubs have optioned relief pitcher Keegan Thompson to Triple-A Iowa. Thompson has been a pleasant surprise for the Cubs in his rookie year out of the bullpen, but it looks like the Cubs are looking to get him stretched out. The most likely starter to be dealt by the Cubs is Zach Davies […]

Three Teams Discussing Joey Gallo

The Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees and San Diego Padres have had trade talks with the Texas Rangers regarding outfielder Joey Gallo, according to sources. Gallo's 24 home runs this year are more than all of New York's left-handed hitters combined (22). The Padres might be more of a long shot to land Gallo […]

Aaron Judge Back In Action Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is back in the lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Rays. The Yankees have yet to release an official lineup, but Yes Network's Meredith Marakovits reported that the slugger would be back in action for the series opener. Judge also told reporters he expected to be back after […]

Nico Hoerner Will Rest On Tuesday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner will rest on Tuesday versus the Cincinnati Reds. Hoerner has been in a bit of funk lately and is hitting .259 with five RBI over his last 54 at-bats. Hoerner got off to a hot start this year with the bat, but has struggled since returning from a hamstring […]

Javier Baez Returns To Action On Tuesday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (heel) will return to the Cubs lineup on Tuesday versus the Cincinnati Reds. Baez suffered from a sore heel at the end of Sunday's game and didn't start on Monday. Baez did pinch-hit on Monday, though, and hit a game-winning single in the bottom of the ninth inning. Baez will bat […]

Richard Rodriguez A Possibility For Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are a possibility to land Pittsburgh Pirates closer Richard Rodriguez after they've had trouble getting traction on Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel at last check. The Pirates are interested in Philadelphia's young catcher Rafael Marchan. The Toronto Blue Jays are also involved with Rodriguez as they look to fortify their bullpen. Rodriguez […]

Tyler Anderson Traded To Phillies Tuesday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Tyler Anderson has been traded to the Philadelphia Phillies, according to Alex Stumpf of DK Pittsburgh Sports. The Pirates will receive pitcher Cristian Hernandez and catcher Abrahan Gutierrez from Philadelphia. Hernandez was ranked the No. 29 prospect in the Phillies system according to MLB Pipeline, while Gutierrez fell outside the top-30. […]

Max Scherzer Likely To Be Traded?

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer has become the most impactful player on the trade market, and he is likely to be traded at this point. Around 14 teams reportedly have called on Scherzer, including some teams barely in the postseason race. The veteran right-hander prefers to play on the West Coast if he has […]

Eric Hosmer Can Block A Trade To 10 Teams

San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer, who has been the subject of recent trade rumors, has a limited, 10-team no-trade clause for 2021 that includes the Orioles, Indians, Tigers, Brewers, A's, Pirates, Giants, Mariners, Cardinals and Blue Jays. Hosmer has become expendable after the acquisition of Adam Frazier, and the Padres, who are currently […]

Ron Rivera Wants Competition For Starting QB Job

In his media availability at the Washington Football Team's training camp, head coach Ron Rivera made it known he wants there to be competition for the starting quarterback job when he was asked if Ryan Fitzpatrick would get all the first-team repetitions. Fitzpatrick and quarterback Taylor Heinicke will battle it out in training camp. Heinicke […]

Tyler Anderson Scratched; Trade On The Way?

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Tyler Anderson has been scratched from his scheduled outing on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. It's possible that a trade is coming, potentially to the Philadelphia Phillies. The New York Mets, with all of their rotation injuries this year, are another team interested in the left-hander. Anderson has been decent in […]

Cubs Acquire Greg Deichmann, Daniel Palencia

The Chicago Cubs acquired outfielder Greg Deichmann and right-hander Daniel Palencia on Monday night in exchange for left-handed reliever Andrew Chafin. Deichmann, 26, was a second-round pick in 2017 and was hitting .300 with a .432 on-base percentage and an .881 OPS with 20 extra-base hits in 59 games for Triple-A Las Vegas before the […]

Raptors Push Rodney Hood's Guarantee Date Back

The Toronto Raptors and forward Rodney Hood have agreed to push the date for Hood's 2021-22 contract-guarantee date from Tuesday until Aug. 3. This gives the Raptors more time to decide if they want to keep Hood for next season on his $10.9 million contract. Hood struggled last season, averaging 4.5 points, 1.9 rebounds and […]

Bell's Best Bets - Premium MLB Betting Picks for 7/27/2021

Happy Tuesday, RotoBallers! I hope that your weekend went well. I hope your Monday went well. This will be my last day writing for you guys, with Tommy returning tomorrow. After a rough few days, we went 1-1 last night and I hope to leave Tommy with a nice 2-0 night going into his return. […]

Lorenzo Cain Returning From Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (hamstring) is returning from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Cain has been out for around two months with a hamstring strain, and he returns at a good time with Christian Yelich being placed on the COVID-19 list after a positive test. The 35-year-old had just three home runs, nine […]

MLB DFS Cheat Sheet, Stacks & Avoids for 7/27/21 (Premium Content)

  MLB DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 7/27 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.    Top Tournament Stacks for 7/27/21 This section will highlight the top tournament lineup stacks of the day (depending on the size of the slate) and help you identify the pitchers that are best suited to pick on […]

Christian Yelich Placed On COVID-19 List

The Milwaukee Brewers are placing outfielder Christian Yelich on the COVID-19 injured list on Tuesday after he tested positive, according to general manager David Stearns. Yelich is fully vaccinated but started developing mild symptoms on Monday. Infielder Jace Peterson was also placed on the COVID-19 injured list as a close contact to Yelich. Yelich will […]

Rays Activate Manuel Margot From Injured List

The Tampa Bay Rays activated outfielder Manuel Margot (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Margot has been on the shelf since early July with a left hamstring strain. He start in right field and bat leadoff for Tampa on Tuesday against New York Yankees left-hander Jordan Montgomery. The 26-year-old went 4-for-4 with two […]

Randall Cobb Trade Rumors Swirl

Houston Texans wide receiver Randall Cobb has been the subject of trade rumors over the past few days, with multiple reports indicating that the Green Bay Packers want to reunite him with quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Texans traded for slot receiver Anthony Miller this weekend, further fueling these rumors, and current teammate Brandin Cooks tweeted […]