Kelvin Benjamin Will Be Released By The Giants

The New York Giants are expected to release tight end/wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin on Wednesday. According to Steve Politi of the Star-Ledger, Benjamin had a heated conversation with head coach Joe Judge and general manager David Gettleman before storming off the field. He reportedly will be released by the Giants today. The former wide receiver […]

Trent Grisham Not In Wednesday's Lineup

San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Athletics. This looks to just be a day off for Grisham, who has started 29 of the team's last 30 games. Over 74 games this season, Grisham is putting up solid numbers with a .258 average, .795 OPS, […]

Alex Goligoski Signs Contract With Minnesota

The Minnesota Wild signed veteran defenseman Alex Goligoski on Wednesday. The contract is a one-year deal with a $5-million AAV and a no-trade clause. As a result, the Grand Rapids, Minnesota native, will get the opportunity to play in his home-state for the upcoming season. Goligoski compiled three goals and 19 assists in 56 contests […]

Yimi Garcia Reportedly Likely To Be Traded

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Yimi Garcia is reportedly "likely to be dealt" according to a tweet from SportsGrid's Craig Mish. Garcia has pitched to a 3.47 ERA and a 4.17 FIP in 36.1 innings so far for Miami. He's also struck out 35 batters and walked 15 while registering 15 saves. If he's traded to […]

Cincinnati Reds Acquire Justin Wilson And Luis Cessa

The Cincinnati Reds acquired relief pitchers Justin Wilson and Luis Cessa from the New York Yankees on Tuesday night for a player to be named later. Wilson struggled in 18 innings for the Yankees in 2021, posting a 7.50 ERA and a 4.72 FIP to go along with 15 strikeouts and nine walks. Cessa, meanwhile, […]

Connor Joe Drives In Three Runs On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies infielder/outfielder Connor Joe went 3-for-5 with a double, three RBI, and two strikeouts in a 12-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday. Joe ripped a ground-rule double in the fifth inning to drive in his first run before knocking a two-run single in the sixth. The 28-year-old is batting .313 with […]

Starling Marte Traded To Oakland, Jesus Luzardo To Miami

Miami Marlins outfielder Starling Marte has been traded to the Oakland Athletics, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. In exchange, the Athletics have sent starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo to Miami. Marte has been having a bounce back year at the plate so far, slashing .306/.407/.453 with seven homers, 22 steals, 25 RBI and 52 […]

Brendan Rodgers Homers Again On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers went 2-for-5 with a home run, three runs scored, a walk, and a strikeout in a 12-3 win over the Angels on Tuesday. Rodgers knocked a solo home run off of Jose Suarez in the third inning and reached base safely two more times in the lopsided win. He's now […]

Xander Bogaerts Sitting Out Game 1 Of Doubleheader

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (wrist) is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Blue Jays. Bogaerts was held out of Monday's lineup with a wrist issue, and was not in the lineup Tuesday prior to the postponement of that game. Manager Alex Cora said on Tuesday that […]

Jarren Duran Out Of Game 1 Lineup On Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran is not in the lineup for the first game of the team's doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. Duran has collected four hits, a home run, two walks, and a pair of RBI in his first 28 Major League plate appearances. Alex Verdugo is starting in center […]

Josh Donaldson Not In Lineup Wednesday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Tigers. There had been rumors earlier this week that he was drawing interest as a potential trade target, but it seems more likely his absence is simply a day off after playing in 14 straight games for Minnesota. […]

Jon Duplantier Released By Arizona

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jon Duplantier was released by the team on Tuesday, according to Zach Buchanan of The Athletic. At one point the top pitching prospect in Arizona's system, Duplantier has been plagued by injuries over the past few years, and over 21 combined innings this season between the majors and minors, he has […]

Mychal Givens Reportedly Traded To The Reds

Relief pitcher Mychal Givens has reportedly been traded to the Cincinnati Reds. Givens has thrown 29.2 innings for the Rockies this year, pitching to a 2.73 ERA and a 4.67 FIP while striking out 34 batters and walking 14. He could be a candidate to see a few save opportunities for Cincinnati with Lucas Sims […]

Pirates Get Two Prospects From Seattle For Tyler Anderson

The Pittsburgh Pirates received catcher Carter Bins and pitcher Joaquin Tejada from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for starting pitcher Tyler Anderson, the team announced on Twitter. Over 51 games between High-A and Double-A, Bins has slashed .244/.399/.433 with eight home runs, three steals, 35 RBI and 51 runs scored. Tejada is a 17-year-old pitcher […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (7/28/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

It's trade deadline season which means a whole new list of headaches for DFS players. This time of year it's critical to stay on top of the news as players get scratched from lineups, traded pre-game, or they THINK they got traded pre-game, only to continue warming up, then get traded later in the night. […]

Max Scherzer Could Reportedly Be Dealt Soon

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer could reportedly be traded tonight. According to a tweet from MLB Network's Jon Morosi, trade discussions involving Scherzer "have continued to intensify." There appear to be a number of clubs that are interested, including three mentioned in Morosi's tweet, who the reporter described as "top suitors." The three teams […]

Bell's Best Bets - MLB Betting Picks for 7/28/21 (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 […]

LaMonte Wade Jr. Day-To-Day With Leg Contusion

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (leg contusion) exited Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Dodgers with a right lower leg contusion, per manager Gabe Kapler. He is considered day-to-day. Wade Jr. had gone 0-for-4 with four strikeouts before exiting. The Giants have dealt with various injuries this season, so hopefully Wade Jr.'s won't […]

Jonathan Schoop Scratched Due To Back Tightness

Detroit Tigers second baseman Jonathan Schoop (back) was scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to back tightness and not anything related to a trade. Schoop was originally set to bat second and start at first base against the Minnesota Twins and left-hander J.A. Happ. Instead, Harold Castro will start at first base and hit eighth for […]

Adam Frazier Collects Two Knocks In Padres Debut

San Diego Padres second baseman/outfielder Adam Frazier went 2-for-5 with a couple singles and two runs scored Tuesday against the Oakland Athletics. Leading off in his Friars debut, the 29-year-old did what he does best by collecting knocks, coming around to score on a pair of home runs. Expected to play every day either at […]

Jake McGee Earns 21st Save Of Season Tuesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee picked up his 21st save of the season in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Dodgers. McGee pitched a 1-2-3 ninth inning to preserve a one-run lead with no strikeouts. The veteran has been a solid presence in the Giants' bullpen and in fantasy managers' lineups, converting all but […]

Kyle Van Noy Placed On PUP List

New England Patriots linebacker Kyle Van Noy has been placed on the PUP list. The injury is currently undisclosed, but not believed to be anything serious. He'll be joined by right tackle Trent Brown and defensive back Stephon Gilmore on the PUP list. Van Noy is back in New England after a horrendous year with […]

Marcus Maye Activated From Non-Football Injury List

New York Jets safety Marcus Maye has been activated off the non-football injury list. He passed his physical and should have no problems heading into training camp. Possibly, his absence was a negotiating tactic, but the Jets are unwilling to pay him top tier money. Maye recorded 11 passes defended and two interceptions last season. […]

MLB Betting Picks for Wednesday 7/28 - Wednesday Moneylines!

Happy Wednesday RotoBallers! John, aka 'LucidMedia," back with you with our free picks on this fine Wednesday. Feels like forever since I've spoken to you guys as I was filling in for Tommy (@BellRoto) Bell over the past week on the premium side, but I couldn't be happier to be back here writing to you […]

Manny Machado Ices Friars Victory

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado collected two knocks Tuesday against the Oakland Athletics, including a three-run home run. Machado capped a five-run fifth inning with an opposite-field blast off A's reliever Yusmeiro Petit, his 18th of the season. Since the calendar flipped to June, Machado has been scalding the baseball, boasting a .325 […]

Zach Wilson And Jets Not Close On Deal

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson remains unsigned as training camp begins. The No. 2 overall pick has not reported to camp yet. It sounds like the Jets are unlikely to budge on contract talks. His agent haggles with the Jets over "offset language" in his rookie deal that could let the team void his […]

Deshaun Watson Throwing In Practice

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson reported to training camp despite pending legal trouble and a trade request, and on Wednesday he saw his first work on the practice field, taking reps and throwing to receivers. Watson actually practicing with the Texans seems odd, with John McClain of the Houston Chronicle saying "it's strange seeing Watson […]

Hunter Long Signs Four-Year Deal With Dolphins

Miami Dolphins tight end Hunter Long has signed a four-year deal with the organization. That means, the Dolphins have only one draft pick left unsigned as they begin training camp. Long is a third-round pick of the Dolphins who put together 57 receptions during his final season at Boston College. He could develop into a […]

Xavien Howard Requests Trade From Dolphins

Miami Dolphins defensive back Xavien Howard has requested a trade from the organization. The news was announced through a post on Howard's Instagram account. He noted that him and his agent had proposed a number of adjustments to his contract. The Dolphins declined all his offers, which forced Howard to demand a trade. He is […]

Chris Paddack Battles Back For Quality Start

San Diego Padres starter Chris Paddack earned his seventh win with six frames of three-run ball Tuesday against the Oakland Athletics. The right-hander dug an early hole with a three-run third, but managed to work around nine hits and a walk to survive as the Friars won 7-4. He struck out six. Through 93 innings, […]