Jake Burger Begins Swinging the Bat

Texas Rangers corner infielder Jake Burger (wrist) has begun swinging a bat as part of a hitting progression. This is a step forward in his recovery process that will likely still take another week or so. Burger landed on the injured list on August 18 due a left wrist sprain. The hope is that he's […]

Lazaro Montes Hits Home Run No. 32 on Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes homered for the fourth time in his last four games on Saturday at Double-A Arkansas, which has also included six RBI and six runs scored over that stretch. The Mariners' third-ranked prospect is up to 32 home runs on the season, which is tied for the minor league lead. […]

Yordan Alvarez Likely to Return on Tuesday

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (hand) has a strong possibility of returning for Tuesday's game against the Colorado Rockies, according to manager Joe Espada. Alvarez is currently on track to play his fourth and likely his final rehab game with Double-A Corpus Christi on Sunday. Barring any setbacks, Alvarez should be ready for the […]

Brandon Sproat Getting a Look as Reliever

New York Mets pitching prospect Brandon Sproat is getting a look at reliever and is expected to come out of the bullpen on Saturday for Triple-A Syracuse. The reason behind the shift is to give the 24-year-old some experience coming on in relief in the event that is what the Mets determine they need from […]

Tanner McKee Suffers Fractured Thumb, Questionable for Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (thumb) has suffered a fractured thumb that could lead to him being unavailable for Week 1, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. McKee is not expected to require a stint on injured reserve as the fracture is considered relatively minor. Philadelphia acquired quarterback Sam Howell from the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, […]

Richard Fitts, Kyle Harrison are Candidates to Start on Monday

Boston Red Sox starting pitchers Richard Fitts and Kyle Harrison are both candidates to take the mound for Monday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. The Red Sox are looking for a pitcher to fill the void in the rotation with Walker Buehler heading to the bullpen. It would make the most sense for the Red […]

Week 1 Waiver Wire Rankings (2025) - Ollie Gordon, Joshua Palmer, Romeo Doubs, Woody Marks, Luther Burden, Chris Rodriguez, Dont'e Thornton, more

The 2025 fantasy football season is almost here RotoBallers! It's an exciting time, and after your drafts are completed it's always time to check the waiver wire for pickups. Below you'll find our first waiver wire article of the season -- our Week 1 fantasy football waiver wire rankings for 2025 to help guide you […]

Kenny Pickett Could Be Available for Week 1, In Play for QB2 Role

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that he hasn't yet settled on a backup quarterback behind veteran Joe Flacco for Week 1, but that he expects Kenny Pickett (hamstring) to be available, per ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi. Pickett suffered a hamstring injury in July that prevented him from playing in the preseason, but he was […]

Ian Seymour to Start on Monday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ian Seymour will take the mound for Monday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The Rays have decided to push back Shane Baz another day in an effort to give him extra rest. Seymour is set to take the vacant rotation spot left by Joe Boyle who was optioned to the minors […]

2025 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings (Preseason Updates): Travis Hunter, Emeka Egbuka, Bhayshul Tuten, Tre Harris, Luther Burden, Dont'e Thornton

Welcome back RotoBallers, we are officially in the middle of 2025's draft season! Today we're back with our team's updated fantasy football rookie rankings as of August -- updated for your upcoming 2025 fantasy football drafts. Be sure to use these rookie rankings win your drafts for various formats -- such as 2025 redraft leagues, 2025 […]

Jonah Tong Could Pitch for Mets This Season

New York Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong has pitched so well this season, especially in his two recent starts at Triple-A, that he is increasingly becoming one of the team's considerations for a September call-up. The Mets' fourth-ranked prospect leads all minor leaguers in strikeouts with 179, posting a 1.43 ERA and 0.92 WHIP in […]

Jayden Higgins Records Two Catches in Final Preseason Game

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins recorded two catches for 18 yards in his team's final preseason game against the Detroit Lions on Saturday. Higgins finishes preseason play with five catches on seven targets for 40 yards. The 22-year-old is listed as a starter at wide receiver alongside veterans Nico Collins and Christian Kirk […]

Jacob deGrom to Start on Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (shoulder) is scheduled to take the mound against the Los Angeles Angels on Monday. The veteran right-hander was skipped in the rotation the last time through due to shoulder fatigue. He was able to throw a bullpen session without any issues on Saturday. Now, deGrom has been cleared to […]

Kyle Williams Returns to Practice on Sunday

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams (undisclosed) returned to practice on Sunday for the first time in a week, per Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald. Williams was forced out of the team's second preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings after being hit in the head, and as a result, did not participate […]

Jaguars Likely to Trade One of Travis Etienne Jr. or Tank Bigsby?

Jacksonville Jaguars beat writer John Shipley of Sports Illustrated believes that the team is looking to trade one of its veteran running backs, Travis Etienne Jr. or Tank Bigsby. Jacksonville has been rotating first-team reps between Etienne Jr., Bigsby, and fourth-round rookie Bhayshul Tuten throughout the preseason. Rookie seventh-rounder LeQuint Allen Jr. is also expected […]

Mike Tauchman Back on Sunday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman (lower body) is back in the lineup on Sunday and leading off against Minnesota Twins right-hander Taj Bradley. The 34-year-old missed Chicago's 7-3 win on Saturday as a result of lower-body soreness. Tauchman hasn't done much over 18 games in August, having hit .221/.354/.279 with one homer, five RBI, […]

Chad Patrick to Start on Sunday, Brandon Woodruff Pushed Back

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Chad Patrick will start Sunday's series finale against the San Francisco Giants. Righty Brandon Woodruff had been in line to toe the rubber, but he'll instead face the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday. Patrick, a 27-year-old rookie, has made 20 appearances (19 starts) and posted a 3.61 ERA with a 1.30 WHIP and […]

Tyler Warren Living Up to the Hype

Indianapolis Colts rookie first-round tight end Tyler Warren is already living up to the hype going into his first NFL season after being described by the team's brass an an "easy" selection at No. 14 overall back in April's draft. The Colts have been very pleased with their pick thanks to Warren's sure hands, physical […]

Brice Turang Starting on Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Brice Turang (wrist) is back in the lineup and batting sixth on Sunday against San Francisco Giants left-hander Robbie Ray. Turang missed the Brewers' 7-1 loss on Saturday after he took a pitch off the wrist on Friday, but fortunately, he avoided a serious injury. While the 25-year-old speedster is nowhere […]

Cam Miller Sees Additional Reps Saturday

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Cam Miller saw extra work in Saturday's 20-10 loss to the Cardinals, stepping in following Aidan O'Connell's fractured wrist. Miller finished 12-of-24 passing with four sacks, showing flashes of arm strength but also the growing pains expected of a developmental rookie. His promotion to QB2 ensures more practice and in-game […]

Brennan Presley Paces Rams in Yardage Saturday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brennan Presley caught all three of his targets for 51 receiving yards during Saturday's preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. He also rushed three times for an additional 23 yards on the ground. The rookie out of Oklahoma State certainly turned heads with the preseason wrapping up, but it might […]

Britain Covey Targeted Six Times Saturday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Britain Covey caught four of six targets for 32 yards during Saturday's preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. The 28-year-old ultimately contributed in all three preseason games, but Week 3 was his best outing. He finishes this summer with nine catches, 76 yards, zero touchdowns, and a pair of punt […]

Taj Bradley Recalled for Twins Debut on Sunday

The Minnesota Twins have recalled right-hander Taj Bradley from Triple-A St. Paul to start against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. The Twins designated righty Erasmo Ramirez for assignment in a corresponding move. Bradley has been pitching in the minors since the Twins acquired him from the Tampa Bay Rays for reliever Griffin Jax on […]

Jack Bech Carving Out Role in Raiders Offense

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wideout Jack Bech enters 2025 as a depth option in Chip Kelly's retooled offense. A second-round pick and former second-team All-Big 12 performer, Bech managed just four preseason receptions but flashed traits that have coaches intrigued. His combination of size, toughness, and ball skills make him a reliable possession target, while […]

Dresser Winn Solid in Preseason Finale

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Dresser Winn completed 15 of 23 pass attempts for 190 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions during Saturday's preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. This was Winn's first taste of game action in 2025, as Stetson Bennett handled the quarterback duties in the Rams' two previous preseason games. The 26-year-old does […]

RJ Harvey Handles Four Touches in Preseason Finale

Denver Broncos rookie second-round running back RJ Harvey got the start in the backfield for the team's preseason finale on Saturday against the New Orleans Saints and handled only four touches (three carries, one catch) in the 28-19 victory. Harvey ran the rock for only four yards on his three rushing attempts and hauled in […]

Otto Lopez Back in Lineup on Sunday

Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez (illness) is returning to the starting lineup on Sunday against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman. Lopez, who's hitting fifth, is making his first start since Tuesday. However, he did return from illness on Saturday as a bench player in a 7-6 loss to the Blue Jays. Lopez entered as […]

Emeka Egbuka Appears Primed to Open Season as WR2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka is primed to open his rookie campaign as the team's WR2 behind veteran Mike Evans with Jalen McMillan (neck) to open the year on Injured Reseve with a "severely sprained neck." McMillan could be out beyond the team's Week 9 bye. Additionally, Chris Godwin (ankle) could […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Still Out on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (hamstring) is sitting for the fifth straight game on Sunday against the Miami Marlins. Ty France will play first base in Guerrero's place and hit fourth versus right-hander Eury Perez. Guerrero left the Blue Jays' loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday with inflammation in his left […]

Geno Smith Sharp in Preseason Finale

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith looked sharp in Sunday's preseason finale, leading the first-team offense on a 60-yard scoring drive in his lone series. The veteran capped the drive with a 17-yard strike to rookie wideout Dont'e Thornton Jr. in the end zone. Smith has shown poise throughout camp, and with Chip Kelly's up-tempo […]