George Springer, Joe Panik Take Batting Practice

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (quadriceps) and infielder Joe Panik (calf) took batting practice in the cages on Wednesday. Springer will begin a running progression on Thursday. The 31-year-old outfielder has been a huge disappointment for fantasy managers, as he's played in just four games in his first season in Toronto while dealing with […]

Miguel Sano Sitting On Thursday

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano is taking a seat on the bench for Thursday's game against the White Sox. Sano is not in the lineup for the second time in three games amidst a 3-for-21 slide with 11 strikeouts in May. The slugger is generally streaky at the dish, though it's concerning to see […]

Randy Arozarena Doubles In Loss Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 1-for-4 with a double in a 1-0 loss to the Yankees on Wednesday. Arozarena's double was one of four hits the Rays managed against Gerrit Cole and the Yankees, and one of only two extra-base hits for the team. After a solid start to the season in which […]

Hunter Harvey On The Verge Of Simulated Games

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Hunter Harvey (oblique) is working out and throwing in Sarasota, Fla., and he's on the verge of throwing in simulated games. Harvey landed on the 60-day injured list with a strained left oblique back in March, so he has yet to pitch this season. The 26-year-old right-handed reliever could return by […]

Andrelton Simmons Absent From Thursday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) is absent from the lineup for Thursday's contest against the White Sox. Simmons is dealing with swelling in his right ankle, an issue that reportedly popped up during Tuesday's game while he was sliding into a base- and forced him out of Wednesday's game early. Jorge Polanco will get […]

EPL Betting Picks for Matchweek 36: English Premier League

We've reached the penultimate weekend of the season and it's a smaller slate with the FA Cup Final taking place on Saturday. Much of the league has been decided with all three relegation places now confirmed and Manchester City crowned as Champions. There are a couple of games on Thursday still to play and the […]

Paul DeJong Out Of Thursday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong (side) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Brewers. DeJong had to leave Wednesday's contest with left side discomfort- and it will cost him a game Thursday. Manager Mike Shildt said that the team is still awaiting the results of his MRI, though it sounds like […]

Christian Yelich To Start Rehab Assignment Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) is set to begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Nashville on Friday. Yelich was able to take batting practice on Tuesday and was hitting homers- so he's certainly progressing well in his recovery from a back injury. Manager Craig Counsell said that his return date is still to be […]

Yadier Molina Gets Day Off Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Brewers. Molina is getting a breather in the midst of an 0-for-8 stretch with three strikeouts in his last two games, though fantasy managers should be patient with the veteran backstop, who had compiled three hits and four RBI […]

Omar Narvaez Activated From Injured List Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Omar Narvaez (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday, as expected. Narvaez hasn't played since April 30- though his return was imminent after he was able to ramp up his activity well. The veteran backstop has recorded a .972 OPS with three homers and 11 RBI in 22 games […]

J.T. Realmuto Dealing With Non-COVID Illness

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (illness) did not test positive for COVID-19, though he is dealing with an illness. The Phillies placed Realmuto on the COVID injured list out of an abundance of caution. Manager Joe Girardi noted that in any other year, the veteran catcher, who has a slight fever and a stomachache, would […]

Didi Gregorius Not In Thursday's Lineup

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Nationals. It's not entirely surprising, as Gregorius was forced to leave Wednesday's game with right elbow stiffness, and there was always a chance he could miss a couple of games. Nick Maton will start at short and bat eighth.

Jarred Kelenic Officially Called Up

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic was officially called up from Triple-A Tacoma on Thursday, as expected. Kelenic, the number-four overall prospect per MLB Pipeline, hit .291 with 23 homers and 20 stolen bases in 500 plate appearances in 2019. The 21-year-old got off to a fast start at Triple-A in 2021, recording 10 hits in […]

NHL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings (5/13): Value Plays, Goalies, Stacks

Welcome, RotoBallers. Hockey season is back and I am thrilled to be covering this sport over at RotoBaller! As always, I will do my best to give you the stats and info you need to build the best lineups possible for your GPP and cash game NHL contests on DraftKings and FanDuel. If you are […]

Corbin Burnes Reinstated From Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes has been reinstated from the injured list and will start Thursday's game against the Cardinals. Burnes missed two weeks after testing positive for the virus, though he was asymptomatic and able to keep himself in good shape. He has been incredible through five starts, posting a 1.53 ERA with […]

Jesus Aguilar Hits His Daily Homer On Wednesday

Miami Marlins first baseman Jesus Aguilar hit yet another home run, his third in three games, in Wednesday's win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Marlins began this series on Monday, and Aguilar has hit a home run in every single game of the series. He has nine home runs, all of which have come on […]

Yimi Garcia Collects His Sixth Save

Miami Marlins closer Yimi Garcia picked up his sixth save of the season on Wednesday. Garcia came in to protect a 3-2 lead and pitched a scoreless inning, allowing one hit and recording a strikeout. Garcia and the Marlins were saved by a nice play from first baseman Jesus Aguilar, who caught a well-hit line […]

Michael Kopech Will Start Game 2 Of Doubleheader On Friday

Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa announced on Thursday that pitcher Michael Kopech will draw his third start of the season in Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader versus the Kansas City Royals. Kopech has mainly pitched out of the bullpen, but has made two starts this season. He has looked dominant in both roles […]

Nick Madrigal Absent On Thursday's Lineup Card

Chicago White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal is getting a routine day of rest versus the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Madrigal is having a nice season with a .295 batting average and 11 RBI, but he has been in a bit of a funk with five hits over his last 23 at-bats. Madrigal doesn't offer […]

Yasmani Grandal Resting After Long Night

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal will sit on Thursday afternoon versus the Minnesota Twins. Grandal has been off to a sluggish start this season, but has begun warming up with two home runs and four RBI in his last two games. Grandal has drawn his fair share of walks this season with a .717 […]

Yermin Mercedes Out Of Thursday’s Lineup

Chicago White Sox designated hitter Yermin Mercedes has been left off of Thursday's lineup card versus the Minnesota Twins. Mercedes has been the waiver wire pickup of the season and it's just a routine day off. Mercedes hasn't slowed down since starting the season 8-for-8 and is hitting .376 with five home runs and 21 […]

J.T. Realmuto Placed On COVID-IL, Andrew Knapp To Start

The Philadelphia Phillies placed star catcher J.T. Realmuto on the COVID reserve list and recalled catcher Rafael Marchan from Triple-A. Backup Andrew Knapp will get his second straight start behind the dish on Thursday afternoon versus Washington. Realmuto took a seat on Wednesday night with knee bruise, but now it appears he'll be out a […]

James Kaprielian Earns First-Career Win At Fenway

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher James Kaprielian allowed one run across five innings pitched to earn the win Wednesday at the Red Sox. Wow, was this a great result for the rookie left-hander as things almost completely fell apart for him in the first inning. Boston had the bases loaded with no one out and it […]

Jake Diekman Picks Up The Save At Boston On Wednesday

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Jake Diekman pitched a scoreless ninth inning to preserve the win Wednesday at the Red Sox. Diekman recorded two punchouts, but also gave up a long, loud fly-ball that was barely contained by Fenway Park's spacious right-center field. The A's bullpen has been impossible to predict this season, but Diekman has […]

Trevor Larnach Collects First Major League Hit

Minnesota Twins outfielder Trevor Larnach notched the first hit of his Major League career in Wednesday's loss to the White Sox. Larnach stepped up to the plate as a pinch-hitter in the top of the ninth inning- and ripped a double off of White Sox closer Liam Hendriks. The first hit of his career was […]

Blast Off: Which Batters Are Hitting the Most Impactful Barrels?

Last week I read a great article by John LaRue breaking down Alex Chamberlain's offensive stat known as Blast Rate. As John pointed out, Alex took the barrel stat we know and love and split it into a subset known as "Weak Barrels" and "Blasts." This may seem like a knit-picky exercise to some, but […]

NL-Only and AL-Only Waiver Wire for Week 7

It's pretty tough out there on the waiver wire these days, as we now move on to Week 7 of the season. Offense is down pretty much everywhere in baseball this year, as there are so many hitters struggling to get going even as the calendar moves on to mid-May. With that being said, there […]

Top 50 Fantasy Baseball Prospects for Week 7

It’s been a long road to get here, but the Minor League Baseball season has finally arrived after more than a year of waiting. Over the past 13 months, prospects from around baseball have been developing their skills at alternate training sites, in extended spring settings, and in their own backyards. This weekly feature evolved […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/13/21): MLB DFS Lineups

We have a 6-game main slate on tap tonight, and there are a lot of ways to go when building your lineups. We have a late-night game in Seattle where all eyes will be focused on the debuts of Logan Gilbert and Jerrad Kelenic. Both are min-priced, and both will be intriguing plays for your […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (5/13/21): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Good morning RotoBallers! Some of you might be surprised to find out and some of you correctly assumed that I have an analytical/statistical background. But what always interested me was not those results that fit the expected model, but those true outliers. The aberrations, the deviations away from the pattern if you will, were what […]