Niklas Stolze Hoping For First UFC Win

Welterweights collide on Saturday when Germany's Niklas Stolze (12-4) takes to the Octagon in search of his first UFC victory. Stolze lost by decision in his UFC debut back in July of last year. Stolze will look for his first UFC win when he takes on another fighter in search of his first UFC win […]

Jamaal Williams (RB, DET) - 2021 Fantasy Football Draft Sleepers

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~108 Overall (PPR) CURRENT ADP: ~118 ANALYSIS:  Williams is no stranger to being split out as a receiver from his time in Green Bay and we already know Detroit views him as an “A” running back thanks to new offensive coordinator, Anthony Lynn (per The Athletic). So you’ve got someone with the […]

Brandon Belt To Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) plans to start a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Sacramento, and he's expected to play in four or five games before coming off the injured list to join the first-place Giants. Belt has been feeling good and doesn't think it'll take long to get […]

Zarrukh Adashev Hoping To Earn His First UFC Win

Still in search of his first UFC win, Zarrukh Adashev (3-3) will hope the third time in the Octagon is the charm when he enters the cage with Ryan Benoit on Saturday night. Going 3-0 in Bellator before making the jump to the UFC, the transition has been anything but smooth. He's gone 0-2 in […]

Josh Reddick Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Josh Reddick (illness) was taken out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers, Evan Grant from the Dallas Morning News reports. It is a non-COVID-19-related illness. Fantasy managers shouldn't pay much attention to the news, as Reddick provides almost no value. He's slashing .268/.295/.366 this season with one home run […]

Joe Kelly Could Be Ready On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (hamstring) isn't available on Tuesday against the San Francisco Giants after injuring his hamstring on Sunday, according to manager Dave Roberts. However, the Dodgers are hopeful that Kelly will be ready to go on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander is a key component in a setup role in the […]

Hector Santiago Returns From Suspension Tuesday

Seattle Mariners left-hander Hector Santiago has finished his 10-game suspension after being found with an illegal substance on his glove last month. The Mariners have been down to 25 players since July 3, the first day of Santiago's suspension. Santiago has pitched well out of the bullpen for the Mariners and has helped keep them […]

Dodgers Hopeful Mookie Betts Will Return Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) had his "best day in a couple weeks" on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers are hopeful that Betts will return from the injured list when he's eligible on Sunday. Betts landed on the injured list with lingering right hip inflammation on July 25, but he's […]

Najee Harris Expected To Serve As Three-Down RB

The Pittsburgh Steelers have very high expectations for first-round rookie running back Najee Harris this season. Team GM Kevin Colbert told reporters that he thinks Harris can be a three-down back as soon as his rookie year. Colbert was quoted as saying, "Him coming in as a senior out of college, he has more experience […]

Sammy Long Activated, Moved To Bullpen

San Francisco Giants left-hander Sammy Long (back) has been activated from the injured list on Tuesday and will pitch out of the bullpen for the time being, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Long hasn't looked great on the surface this year, producing a 5.63 ERA, although he has a 17.8 K-BB% […]

Colton Welker Back In Action After Suspension

Colorado Rockies third base prospect Colton Welker is coming off his 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs and played in his first game in Arizona on Monday. There's a good chance the Rockies will bring him up at some point this season. The team's No. 11 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, didn't play at all in 2020 […]

Ryan Benoit Hoping To Avoid Three-Fight Losing Streak

Dropping decisions in three of his last four bouts, Ryan Benoit (10-7) needs a win on Saturday to try and right the ship. Two of his three decision losses have come by a split. A decisive win for Benoit against Zarrukh Adashev would do a great deal for his confidence and his ability to stay […]

Malik Hooker Officially Signs With The Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys officially came to terms on a contract with defensive back Malik Hooker. Hooker was the 15th pick of the 2017 draft and played the extent of his rookie contract with the Indianapolis Colts. He's been a strong player while on the field, but has suffered a series of injuries, culminating with a […]

Cardinals Option Johan Oviedo

The St. Louis Cardinals have optioned starting pitcher Johan Oviedo to Triple-A Memphis, according to Katie Woo of The Athletic. The Cardinals are expected to use a four-man rotation for the next couple of weeks. Oviedo has had a tough year in the big leagues, posting a 4.91 ERA, 5.26 FIP, a weak 17.7 K% […]

Jack Flaherty Completes Rehab Start Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty (oblique) threw 31 pitches in a two-inning rehab start with Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday. He faced seven batters and struck out three. It was the first time he has faced live hitters since landing on the injured list on May 31, and he is now another step closer […]

Jason Witt Hoping To Turn Around His Recent Misfortunes

After losing his debut in the first round, Jason Witt (18-7) turned it around to earn his first Octagon victory by second-round submission against Cole Williams. In his last outing, Witt suffered another first-round knockout in just 16 seconds. Throughout his professional career, Witt has proven to be a finisher, with 11 of his 18 […]

Mychal Givens Becoming A Trade Target

Colorado Rockies reliever Mychal Givens has become a possible trade target for contending teams, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. The Rockies, who are in the midst of another down season, will certainly be sellers at the deadline, and Givens is one of their more valuable trade chips. He has posted a 2.73 ERA, 27.4 K%, […]

Bryan Barberena Enters Saturday As A Big Favorite

After losing three of his last four bouts, Bryan Barberena (15-7) turned it around to secure a victory via unanimous decision in his last outing in September of last year. Entering the Octagon with heavy hands, 10 of Barberena's 15 wins have come by knockout/TKO. DraftKings sees Bam Bam as Saturday night's biggest favorite with […]

K.J. Hamler Ready To Go For Camp

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said that wide receiver K.J. Hamler (hamstring) will be ready to go for training camp. "We have to do a good job of keeping him healthy," Fangio said. Hamler battled hamstring issues throughout his rookie season and ended the year in 2020 on Injured Reserve with a concussion. The […]

Travis d'Arnaud Set For Rehab Assignment

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (thumb) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment this week. He's been sidelined since May after undergoing thumb surgery. The 32-year-old has been with the Braves throughout the road trip and was participating in baseball activities. d'Arnaud is expected to play in a few minor league games before being activated from […]

Justin Fields Will See Preseason Action

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy said he will take an aggressive approach to playing time in the preseason, and rookie quarterback Justin Fields is "going to get a healthy amount of reps." Fields is expected to open his first season in the NFL as the backup to veteran Andy Dalton, but the rookie will […]

Devin Asiasi Tests Positive For COVID-19

New England Patriots tight end Devin Asiasi is out indefinitely in training camp after testing positive for COVID-19. Since he is fully vaccinated, Asiasi can return when he produces two negative tests 24 hours apart. The good news is that the second-year tight end is experiencing only mild symptoms and is targeting a return to […]

Nick Tropeano Optioned To Triple-A

New York Mets pitcher Nick Tropeano was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse after serving as the 27th man for Monday's game against the Braves. He didn't appear in either contest of Monday's doubleheader and was sent back down to clear roster space. The 30-year-old owns a 2.25 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and two strikeouts over eight innings […]

Austin Hooper Should Have More Chemistry With Baker Mayfield

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield should have better chemistry with tight end Austin Hooper heading into their second season together. Hooper had an adjustment period in 2020 after coming over from the Atlanta Falcons. His disappointing season in his first year in Cleveland has him going, on average, as the No. 22 fantasy tight end […]

Red Sox-Blue Jays Postponed Tuesday Due To Rain

Tuesday's game between the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be rescheduled for Wednesday as part of a doubleheader. Robbie Ray is set to face Garrett Richards in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader starting at 2:10 p.m. EST. Fantasy managers should adjust their daily […]

Xavien Howard Shows Up To Camp

Miami Dolphins star cornerback Xavien Howard, who wants a new contract from the team, reported to training camp on Tuesday, according to a source. So Howard will not hold out after all. The two-time Pro Bowler and 2020 All-Pro inked a five-year, $75.25 million contract extension back in 2019, which at the time made him […]

Trea Turner Tests Positive For COVID-19

Updating a previous report, Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner tested positive for COVID-19 during Tuesday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. The 27-year-old went 1-for-1 with a run scored before exiting. He was removed in the first inning of Tuesday's game for undisclosed reasons. It was later revealed Turner wasn't traded and that he tested positive […]

Preston Williams Placed On The PUP List

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Preston Williams (foot) is not ready to practice and will start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list. Williams had surgery on his foot last November and was held out of practice during the offseason program. Injuries have been a problem for him in his two NFL seasons, but […]

Justin Fields Draws Impressive Comparisons

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will start the first training camp of his NFL career with a boatload of expectations. The Bears traded up in this year's draft to take Fields at number 11 and is competing with veteran Andy Dalton for the starting job. Fields may start the season as the backup but already […]

Joey Votto (1B, CIN) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in all leagues ROSTERED IN: 46% of leagues ANALYSIS: It's not often that we advise you to rush out and pick up a 37-year-old player off of waivers, but here we are. Yeah, his .268 average is still far below his .303 career batting average and his days of hitting 25 homers […]