FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (6/8/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

The two game sets are the norm at this stage of the playoffs. Tonight we have the first game of the Western Conference semis between the Clippers and the Jazz. Atlanta tries to steal a second game in Philly before heading back south. Embiid is still listed as questionable despite playing 38 minutes in Game […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for June 8th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for June 8th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Daily NBA Injury Roundup for June 8th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily NBA injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy basketball (DFS) lineups, every day of the NBA season. Below is our updated list of injured NBA players for June 8th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Roger Sloan Carries Appealing DFS Price At Congaree

An argument could be made that Roger Sloan is a much better player than his DFS price would suggest. Over his last 36 rounds, Sloan ranks 24th in strokes gained off the tee, 12th in strokes gained on approach and 17th in good drives gained out of all the players in this field. Sloan is […]

Erik Van Rooyen Could Shine On A Bigger Course

While Erik Van Rooyen's recent form leaves a lot to be desired, his bomb-and-gauge style of play should serve him well at Congaree. Despite missing his last four cuts, Van Rooyen still ranks in the top 40 in this field in driving distance, strokes gained on par-fives and sand saves. If there is any course […]

Adbert Alzolay Has Blister

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay (blister) left Monday's contest earlier with a blister on his middle finger. Alzolay struggled with his command and velocity Monday evening. The young right-hander allowed five hits, four runs, five walks and four strikeouts in three innings, but the blister is likely a big reason for his struggles this […]

Davis Thompson Unworthy Of A Flier At Congaree

While Davis Thompson boasts both a decorated collegiate resume at the University of Georgia and a recent appearance in the Walker Cup, he has largely struggled against PGA Tour competition. The second-ranked amateur golfer in the world has only four PGA Tour starts under his belt, and he has missed the cut in three of […]

Approach Camilo Villegas With Caution

Camilo Villegas enters the Palmetto Championship on the back of a missed cut at the Memorial, in which he lost strokes in every major category except on approach. While Villegas' irons continue to be the strength of his game, he is far better with his wedges than he is with his longer irons. Congaree measures […]

Adbert Alzolay Exits Early With Trainer

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay left Monday's contest early with a possible undisclosed injury. Alzolay was struggling all evening with his command and after he opened the bottom of the fourth inning with a walk to Tommy Pham, he was visited by team trainers and immediately yanked from the game by manager David Ross. […]

Vincent Whaley Is One Of The Safer Options At Congaree

As shocking as this may sound, Vincent Whaley has become one of the most consistent performers on tour this season. Whaley has now made eight consecutive cuts, and his 20th-place finish in his last start at the Charles Schwab Challenge featured his best approach week of his entire career. Even if his irons regress, Whaley […]

Nick Pivetta Fails To Escape Fifth Inning

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nick Pivetta couldn't escape the fifth inning Monday, exiting the game against the Marlins after 4 2/3 innings pitched. Pivetta was fortunate to allow just two runs on seven hits and three walks. He struck out six batters. Pivetta has been solid through his first 12 starts of the season, […]

Joel Embiid Back On The Injury Report For Game 2

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable for the Game 2 matchup against Atlanta. Embiid is dealing with a slight meniscus tear in his right knee, an injury he picked up during the Game 4 loss to Washington in the previous round. However, the injury didn't slow him down, finishing the series opener against […]

Harold Varner Is A Great Option To Back At Congaree

While Harold Varner's 47th-place finish last week at the Memorial seems disappointing on the surface, the former University of East Carolina standout has a tendency to rebound after poor ball-striking weeks. Varner lost strokes on approach last week for only the ninth time since the PGA Tour's restart. In the following start, Varner has averaged […]

Hunter Renfroe Has Hitting Streak Snapped

Boston Red Sox outfielder Hunter Renfroe came into Monday's game on a 10-game hitting streak, but he was not able to extend that against the Miami Marlins, going 0-for-4. Despite the hitless day, Renfroe has been outstanding over the last month, slashing .306/.342/.532 over his last thirty games with five home runs. He's been regularly […]

Serge Ibaka Doubtful For Series Opener

Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka (back) is listed as doubtful for the series opener against the Jazz. Ibaka has been dealing with back issues for months now and has been an infrequent presence for L.A. during that span. The Clippers went with small-ball lineups during the series against the Mavericks, which opened up the […]

Mike Conley Dealing With Hamstring Soreness

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) is questionable for the series opener against the Clippers. The veteran is dealing with right hamstring soreness, a frequent ailment for him throughout the years. He was relegated to just 12 minutes of work on Thursday against the Grizzlies, and although he managed to practice a bit on Monday, […]

De’Andre Hunter Questionable For Game 2

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) is questionable for the postseason showdown against the 76ers on Tuesday night. Hunter didn't play for the series opener on Sunday because of a sore right knee, although he appeared to be trending in the right direction heading into the contest. The 23-year-old was a crucial component in the […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Not Expected Back Anytime Soon

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) isn't anticipated to play again this season. While the Nets are favored to take a trip to the NBA Finals, head coach Steve Nash expects the 28-year-old to remain in Los Angeles to continue his rehab efforts. Dinwiddie suffered a partially torn ACL in his right knee earlier in […]

Jeff Green Potentially Nearing A Return

Brooklyn Nets forward Jeff Green (foot) is "progressing nicely," according to head coach Steve Nash. Green has a left plantar fascia strain and has been out since May 25 but could be back as soon as Thursday night for Game 3 in Milwaukee. Although the veteran's potential return is promising news, he may not see […]

Sam Long Set For Major League Debut

San Francisco Giants prospect Sam Long was called up and will make his Major League debut on Wednesday versus the Rangers per Robert Murray of FanSided. Long was cut by the Devil Rays and the White Sox in 2018. The 25-year-old was out of baseball and sat out in 2020. In an attempt to rekindle […]

James Harden Remains Without A Return Date

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) remains without a timetable to return. With the Nets winning the first two games of the postseason series against Milwaukee, the former MVP may continue to be held out in preparation for a potential trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. An MRI on Harden's right hamstring revealed no structural […]

Adam Ottavino Takes Advantage Of Save Opportunity

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Adam Ottavino recorded his third save of the season as his team knocked off the Marlins 5-3. Ottavino gave up one run in 1 1/3 frames pitched. He is rostered by 20 percent of teams in Yahoo fantasy leagues and could be a decent addition to a team's lineup if […]

Daniel Castano Called Up Then Immediately Unavailable

Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Daniel Castano was called up on Monday and then immediately unavailable due to a shoulder issue. Castano was brought up to aid the bullpen in what was planned to be a bullpen game (the Marlins will likely have to have another one on Wednesday) but was unavailable once the game started. […]

Christian Arroyo Records Two Hits On Monday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Christian Arroyo had a big game on Monday, going 2-for-3 at the plate. He has been leading off for Boston. Arroyo is responsible for a double, two RBI, two runs scored, and a walk. Fantasy gamers should be aware of his strong play lately, as he is 7-for-16, with a […]

Isan Diaz Has A Two-Hit Game On Monday

Miami Marlins infielder Isan Diaz had a two-hit game on Monday and is now on a three-game hitting streak. Diaz went 2-for-4 with a single, a double, a walk, and an RBI. He also struck out twice, but is now on a three-game hitting streak, easily the best stretch of the season, unfortunately. Despite the […]

Starling Marte Hits A Home Run On Monday

Miami Marlins outfielder Starling Marte had an excellent game on Monday, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two singles, a walk, a run scored, and an RBI. He also stole a base, filling up the box score in every category. Marte's home run was his fourth of the year and the steal was his fifth. […]

Zach Pop Has Another Rough Outing On Monday

Miami Marlins rookie relief pitcher Zach Pop had another rough outing in Monday's loss to the Boston Red Sox. Pop came in to pitch the fourth inning after starter Zach Thompson was forced to leave with an ankle injury. Pop got three outs, but allowed three runs (two earned) on five hits while striking out […]

Dylan Moore Begins Rehab Assignment With Tacoma

Seattle Mariners outfielder Dylan Moore will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma on Monday. The rehab assignment is due to an injured calf he sustained three weeks ago. The injury doesn't seem too severe, and he should be back with the Mariners soon. Moore has struggled at the plate, recording a .168 batting average. […]

Zach Thompson Forced To Leave After Three Innings

Miami Marlins rookie pitcher Zach Thompson (ankle) made his major league debut on Monday against the Boston Red Sox but was forced to leave after pitching just three innings. Thompson pitched decently against a strong lineup, allowing two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out one. Thompson hadn't been pitching particularly well […]

Brandon Marsh Added To Minor League Injury List

California Angels top prospect Brandon Marsh was placed on the minor league reserve list due to shoulder inflammation. Marsh has had shoulder problems since last summer. He has struggled at the plate in Triple-A Salt Lake, batting .186 in 16 contests. Fantasy managers don't expect the 23-year-old to be in the big leagues anytime soon.