Trevor Story Not In Lineup On Friday Night

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story is not in the starting lineup on Friday night. This looks to just be a night off for Story, who has started in 11 straight games for Colorado and has started in 24 of the team's last 25 games. Managers should expect him to return to the lineup on Sunday, […]

Javier Baez Placed On 10-Day Injured List

New York Mets shortstop Javier Baez (back) was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to August 12, the team announced on Friday. The 28-year-old infielder exited last Sunday's 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies with left hip tightness and was considered day-to-day throughout the week. Baez hasn't heated up yet for the Mets, but […]

Dominic Smith Not Starting Friday

New York Mets outfielder Dominic Smith isn't starting on Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers and left-handed starter Julio Urias. Smith is batting .255 with a .318 on-base percentage, 11 home runs, and a pair of stolen bases in 409 plate appearances this season. It'll be Kevin Pillar starting in left field in place of […]

Brandon Crawford Signs Two-Year Contract Extension

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford signed a two-year contract extension worth $32 million, Giants beat reporter Alex Pavlovic reported on Friday. The three-time Gold Glove recipient and three-time World Series champion has been a key piece to San Francisco's offensive success this season and is only heating up. Over his last seven games, Crawford […]

Michael Conforto Out Of Friday's Lineup

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto isn't in the starting lineup on Friday for a matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers and left-handed starter Julio Urias. Conforto is hitting .213 with a .337 on-base percentage and seven home runs in 297 plate appearances this season. Albert Almora Jr. is starting in right field in Conforto's […]

Jeff McNeil Isn't Starting On Friday

New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil isn't starting on Friday. The Mets will take on the Los Angeles Dodgers and left-handed starter Julio Urias but will do so without one of their most productive hitters. McNeil is batting .267 with a .344 on-base percentage, six home runs, and two stolen bases in 276 plate […]

Marwin Gonzalez Designated For Assignment

Boston Red Sox utility player Marwin Gonzalez was designated for assignment on Friday ahead of the team's three-game homestand against the Baltimore Orioles. The move corresponds with the Red Sox activating trade deadline acquisition Kyle Schwarber from the injured list. Gonzalez missed a chunk of time after the All-Star break with a hamstring injury. The […]

Alex Verdugo Back From Leave, Batting Second On Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (paternity leave) is back in the lineup batting second on Friday against Spenser Watkins and the visiting Baltimore Orioles. The 25-year-old lefty missed games earlier in the week due to being on paternity leave. Prior to that, he went 3-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 2-1 victory […]

Matt Moore Is Starting On Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Moore will start for the team on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds. Moore has made 17 appearances for the Phillies so far, nine of which have been starts. Overall he owns a 6.79 ERA and a 6.00 FIP in 50.1 innings this year to go along with 43 strikeouts and 22 […]

Tanner Muse Set To Make NFL Debut In Raiders Preseason Opener

Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Tanner Muse is set to make his NFL debut in Saturday's preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. The 24-year-old Clemson product missed his entire rookie campaign due to a toe injury. It's difficult to say right now exactly how much fantasy value Muse brings to the table given he hasn't played […]

Gerald McCoy Ready To Start First Season With Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Gerald McCoy is preparing for his eleventh NFL season and his first with the Silver and Black. The six-time Pro-Bowler hasn't played since 2019 after being sidelined with a preseason quadricep injury but has impressed thus far in training camp. The former first-round pick registered 54.5 sacks in his nine […]

Jack Flaherty Activated From Injured List, Will Start Friday

The St. Louis Cardinals activated starting pitcher Jack Flaherty (oblique) from the 60-day injured list on Friday. Fellow pitcher Wade LeBlanc was placed on the 10-day injured list to make room on the active roster. The Cardinals also announced that Flaherty will start against the Kansas City Royals tonight. In 11 starts spanning 62 innings […]

Kyle Farmer Isn't Starting On Friday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Kyle Farmer isn't starting on Friday. The 30-year-old has established himself as the Reds' starting shortstop this season, batting .262 with a .322 on-base percentage, 11 home runs, and two stolen bases in 380 plate appearances. However, he won't start against right-hander Zack Wheeler and the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Instead, it's […]

Mark Canha Not In Friday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha isn't in the lineup for a Friday contest against the Texas Rangers and right-hander Dane Dunning. Canha has provided both the Athletics and fantasy managers with some quality production at the plate this season. The 32-year-old is batting .247 with a .379 on-base percentage, 11 home runs, and 10 stolen […]

EPL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel (8/14/21) - English Premier League Soccer

Welcome back, RotoBallers! The 2021-22 EPL season officially kicked off Friday with Brentford hosting Arsenal. Today, we have a full Saturday slate as the league gets rolling. The Premier League has returned to their usual scheduling of games. That means larger 5-6 game slates on most Saturdays with only 2-3 games on Sundays now. Therefore, […]

Dylan Carlson Not In Friday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson (wrist) is not in the lineup for Friday's matchup against the Kansas City Royals. Carlson left Thursday's game with right wrist discomfort, so this isn't a total surprise. Carlson has been a nice outfielder for the Cardinals this season, slashing .261/.341/.419 with 12 HRs, 46 RBI, 60 runs, and […]

Case Cookus Could Get Play Time Early This Preseason

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Case Cookus could see some play time early on this preseason with Marcus Mariota currently questionable -- at least for the opener this Saturday -- with a sore leg. Vegas just signed Cookus this past week following his release from the Minnesota Vikings. Yet to play under center at the NFL […]

Jacob deGrom Won't Throw For Two Weeks

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) won't throw for at least two more weeks, according to Justin Toscano of The Record. deGrom has been on the shelf since July 18, but before hitting the injured list, he was having a year to remember. He has a 1.08 ERA, 0.55 WHIP, 146 K and […]

Pablo Lopez, Elieser Hernandez Throw Bullpens

Miami Marlins pitchers Pablo Lopez (shoulder) and Elieser Hernandez (quadriceps) each threw a bullpen session on Friday, according to Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald. Lopez, out since July 17, has been arguably the best pitcher in Miami's rotation this season, pitching to a 3.03 ERA with 111 K and 25 BB over 101 IP. […]

Rafael Ortega Will Rest On Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Rafael Ortega will sit on Friday versus the Miami Marlins. Ortega has been having a very solid second half and has become a regular with the Cubs dealing away Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez and Joc Pederson. Ortega has been leading off for the Cubs and is hitting .396 with four […]

Marcus Mariota Questionable To Play In Preseason Opener

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota (leg) is "questionable" to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the visiting Seattle Seahawks. Mariota was conspicuously absent from training camp over the past week, with coach Jon Gruden revealing on Friday the backup QB is suffering from a sore leg. The former Heisman Trophy winner has said he […]

Bell's Best Bets - MLB Betting Picks for 8/13/21 (Premium Content)

Welcome in to Week 20 of the season! We've officially entered the dog days of summer post-Trade Deadline, and in theory we should see the contenders separate themselves even more from the teams that are mailing it in. I know I've started to notice much wider gaps in Vegas money lines, and while it can […]

Justin Turner Remains Sidelined On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) remains out of the lineup on Friday versus the New York Mets. Turner suffered a left groin injury on Sunday and has not played since, but manager Dave Roberts said earlier in the week that he doesn't believe Turner will need a trip to the injured list. […]

Mookie Betts Receives Injection For Hip

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) has received an injection for his hip injury, which has eased the pain, Bill Plunkett of the Southern California Newspaper Group reports. Manager Dave Roberts says that there is no timetable for his return, and he's not performing any baseball activities at this time. Betts was placed on […]

Kyle Schwarber Activated For Friday's Game

The Boston Red Sox have activated outfielder Kyle Schwarber (hamstring, groin) prior to Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. He is in the starting lineup, batting sixth and will be the designated hitter, according to Chris Cotillo of MassLive. Schwarber, who was acquired from the Washington Nationals on July 29, has been on the IL […]

LCS/LEC DFS Lineup Picks for 8/14/21 - 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 playoffs. Today, I am focusing on the 2-game LCS/LEC slate with contests available on FanDuel […]

James Conner On COVID-19 List

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner has been placed on the COVID-19 list after being labeled a close contact. He was one of four players placed on the list, including defensive linemen Leki Fotu, tight end Darrell Daniels, and safety Charles Washington. This is tough news for Conner, as getting some reps with his new […]

D.K. Metcalf Plans To Take Another Leap In Third Season

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf had a breakout season in his sophomore campaign, putting up 83 receptions, 1,303 receiving yards, and 10 touchdowns. When asked about his goals for his third season, Metcalf replied "to be better than last year, that's always the goal." In what will be a different offensive scheme with new […]

J.J. Taylor Hauls In Five Receptions On Thursday

New England Patriots running back J.J. Taylor showed he was capable of being a dual-threat option during Thursday's preseason opener. He rushed two times for 10 yards and hauled in five receptions for 31 yards through the air. It was a nice outing for the second-year back, but he's remains buried on the depth chart. […]

Justin Upton Held Hitless Thursday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton couldn't get a hit in four at-bats during Thursday's 6-3 win against the Toronto Blue Jays. His post-injury struggles continued, as he is now slashing .143/.217/.222 in 17 games since being activated from the IL on July 22. Amid his struggles, he's now on the short side of a […]