Luis Castillo Continues To Trend Up After Win On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo pitched well in a 4-1 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. Castillo tossed seven shutout innings while picking up six strikeouts and walking just two batters. He earned the win, improving his record to 3-10, to go along with a 5.14 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, and 80 strikeouts across 84 […]

Travelers Championship - Showdown Round 4 (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I am excited to announce that I will be providing a premium spreadsheet that can be accessed through the link below. Here you will find updated stats for the particular tournament - all sortable and weighable when you make a copy of your […]

Baker Mayfield's Extension Talks Could Stretch Into Season

The Cleveland Browns and quarterback Baker Mayfield's agents haven't had substantive contract-extension talks, so work on a new deal could stretch into October. There is no sense of urgency on either side to get something done before training camp or the start of the season because they know it will happen. The Browns have already […]

Zach Eflin Pitches Well Versus Mets On Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin had a nice bounce-back effort on Saturday as he allowed just one run on five hits across six innings in a no-decision versus the Mets. Eflin was hit hard in his last start but was in control most of this game, as he induced 13 swinging strikes on just 82 […]

Bryce Harper Exits Game After Being Hit By Pitch

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (leg) exited Saturday's contest against the New York Mets after being hit by a pitch. Harper went to bunt but was hit on the left leg by a Jacob deGrom offering down and in. He was replaced by fellow outfielder Travis Jankowski. Fantasy managers will obviously be hoping this doesn't […]

Jesse Winker Exits Early On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker has exited Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves in the top of the sixth inning. He grounded out in the bottom of the fifth inning and was replaced in the field by Shogo Akiyama in the top of the sixth. He was 1-for-3 with a solo home run prior to […]

Brooks Kriske Recalled From Triple-A By The Yankees

New York Yankees reliever Brooks Kriske has been recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Saturday as part of a corresponding move as Zack Britton and Wandy Peralta were both placed on the injured list. Albert Abreu was also recalled in the same move. The 27-year-old right-hander has an 11.25 ERA and 2.00 WHIP over four innings […]

Albert Abreu Recalled From Triple-A

New York Yankees right-hander Albert Abreu has been recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as part of a corresponding move after both Zack Britton and Wandy Peralta were placed on the injured list. The 25-year-old reliever has a 2.08 ERA, 0.69 WHIP, and 10 strikeouts over 8 2/3 innings of relief with the Yankees this year. He […]

P.J. Higgins Will Undergo Tommy John Surgery

Chicago Cubs catcher P.J. Higgins (forearm) will undergo Tommy John surgery in several weeks, per insider Gordon Wittenmyer. The backup catcher has been out since June 11 with a right forearm strain. Jose Lobaton has been filling in as Willson Contreras' backup since Higgins was stashed on the IL earlier this month. Higgins put up […]

Willie Calhoun Exits Early On Saturday After HBP

Texas Rangers designated hitter Willie Calhoun left Saturday's game vs. the Kansas City Royals early after being hit by a pitch in the bottom of the second inning. Kansas City reliever Kris Bubic hit Calhoun in the forearm to lead off the inning but he stayed in to run and scored in the frame. Andy […]

Wandy Peralta Heading To Injured List

New York Yankees relief pitcher Wandy Peralta (back) is heading to the injured list. Peralta had reportedly been dealing with a back issue lately, perhaps explaining his lackluster 7.11 ERA in June. It doesn't sound like something that will keep the lefty sidelined for the long run, though it's enough of an issue that he'll […]

Miles Mikolas Expects To Start Bullpen Sessions By All-Star Break

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (elbow) told reporters on Saturday that he expects to be throwing bullpen sessions by the All-Star break if "all goes well from here," per beat writer Derrick S. Goold. He would then go on a rehab assignment around late July or early August before he's ready to rejoin […]

Zack Britton To Be Placed On 10-Day Injured List

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton (hamstring) will be placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday. Britton tweaked his hamstring while finishing a pitch during Friday's game and had trouble exiting the field, though the Yankees believe he's dealing with cramps rather than a strain. Manager Aaron Boone said that the southpaw's hamstring felt […]

Nico Hoerner Will Begin Rehab Assignment Sunday

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Iowa on Sunday. Hoerner has been out since late May with a hamstring injury and should remain in Triple-A for the next week or so before rejoining the Cubs. He was off to a solid start this season with a .338 batting […]

Joc Pederson Left Off Saturday's Lineup Card

Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson will be off on Saturday versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Pederson doesn't start often versus lefties and the Cubs face left-hander Julio Urias this evening. Pederson has been in a slump with just two hits over his last 21 at-bats. For the season, Pederson is hitting .235 with 11 home […]

Alex McRae Out-Righted To Triple-A Charlotte

Chicago White Sox reliever Alex McRae was sent to Triple-A Charlotte outright to make room on the 40-man roster. This was a corresponding move as the White Sox activated left-handed reliever Jace Fry (back) from the 60-day IL and sent him down to Triple-A Charlotte as well. McRae put up a 4.50 ERA over just […]

Jace Fry Activated From The IL And Optioned

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Jace Fry (back) has been activated from the 60-day injured list and was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday. Fry underwent surgery for back spasms back in January and is just getting over his rehab. He'll start throwing and honing his skills in the minors for now. The 27-year-old southpaw […]

Daily Fantasy Basketball (DFS) Cheat Sheet for June 26, 2021 (Premium Content)

  NBA DFS Premium Cheat Sheet for 6/26 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard   The Western Conference Finals keep rolling along tonight as the Suns will look to regain the momentum after falling to the Clippers in Game 3. Kawhi Leonard remains out and Chris Paul played full minutes […]

Alek Manoah Will Serve Five-Game Suspension

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah will serve his five-game suspension after dropping his appeal, per Sportsnet. The suspension was originally handed down by the MLB when Manoah hit Baltimore Orioles' third baseman Maikel Franco with a pitch earlier this month. It did not seem intentional but it led to a bench-clearing incident, albeit a […]

Freddy Galvis Exits Saturday Game With Quad Injury

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Freddy Galvis (quad) exited Saturday's game against the Blue Jays with discomfort in his right quadriceps, per BaltimoreBaseball.com's Rich Dubroff. Galvis went 1-for-1 with a single before being removed. The 31-year-old hasn't been the most exciting fantasy player, but has been consistent, slashing .246/.304/.411 with nine home runs and 26 RBI. Fantasy […]

Cody Bellinger Has Scheduled Day Off On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger will get a day off on Saturday versus the Chicago Cubs. Bellinger is 1-for-7 with a stolen base since returning from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Bellinger has fought the injury bug all season and has only played in 19 games this season. In 69 at-bats, Bellinger is […]

Ryan Brasier Cleared To Return To Baseball Activities

Boston Red Sox right-hander Ryan Brasier (head, calf) has been cleared to return to baseball activities, per beat writer Pete Abraham. Brasier was struck in the head by a line drive during a simulated game at the Red Sox training facility in early June. He was already rehabbing a calf injury while he sustained the […]

Matt Adams Ready For Rehab Assignment Soon

Colorado Rockies first baseman Matt Adams (elbow) has been cleared to "ramp up his intensity" in his throwing program and should be ready for a rehab assignment soon, per beat writer Danielle Allentuck. This is good news for Adams, who's on the IL with a strained right elbow, as he hadn't been cleared to hit […]

Mychal Givens Throws A Bullpen Session On Saturday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Mychal Givens (back) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Saturday, per beat writer Danielle Allentuck. Givens has been out since June 17 with a lower back strain but has been ramping up his throwing program recently. Barring any setbacks during his bullpen session, he should rejoin the club within the […]

Austin Gomber Set To Throw A Bullpen Session

Colorado Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber (forearm) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday, per beat writer Danielle Allentuck. If all goes well on Sunday then he will throw another side session on Tuesday. Gomber has been out since June 20 after being placed on the 10-day injured list with left forearm soreness. If […]

LPL & LCK DFS Picks (6/27/21) - DraftKings and FanDuel League of Legends Daily Fantasy

Welcome back summoners, to another LOL breakdown article featuring FIVE matchups tomorrow from the LPL (super weekend!) and LCK. Yesterday was a rough day, with some upsets and close games that didn't turn out like we expected. I was too high on OMG and WE in close matchups, and faded a GEN team that swept […]

Sonny Gray Set To Make Rehab Start Saturday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Sonny Gray (groin) started his rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reported. The 31-year-old right-hander was unable to make his originally scheduled start on Thursday after waking up with tightness in his back, but he appears to be back on track with his appearance on Saturday. […]

Kenta Maeda Likely To Have Two-Start Week

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda, who had been set for Saturday before the rainout, is being bumped to Monday in Chicago, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. The Twins have seven games on the slate for next week, including a weekend series at Kansas City, so Maeda is likely to get two starts. Maeda […]

Colby Parkinson Could Be A Factor In 2021

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that tight end Colby Parkinson, who essentially had a redshirt year as a rookie because of a foot injury in training camp last year, "is going to be a factor." Parkinson played in just six games, catching two passes for 16 yards in garbage time. The 6-foot-7 tight […]

Tejay Antone Placed Back On Injured List

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (forearm) was placed back on the injured list on Saturday after returning earlier in the week, Bob Nightengale reported. The 27-year-old right-hander made two appearances since being activated from the IL on Tuesday but appears to still be dealing with inflammation in his pitching arm. Antone's return was no […]