Adam Macko Suffers Meniscus Tear In Left Knee

Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Adam Macko (knee) suffered a meniscus tear in his left knee. Shi Davidi of SportsNet noted that the 24-year-old felt something during his weekend bullpen session. He is set to have a further evaluation on Wednesday but is looking at a "probable surgery." The 24-year-old spent most of the 2024 […]

Kyle Bradish Throwing On Flat Ground, Feels Good

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (elbow) has been throwing on flat ground, and his elbow "feels good." However, the right-hander still does not have a definite timetable. The 28-year-old underwent Tommy John surgery with an internal brace procedure last June. Bradish noted that he was pitching through pain before the operation but wanted to […]

Spencer Aguiar's DraftKings PGA DFS Overview - The Mexico Open At Vidanta (Premium Content)

Here at RotoBaller, we are constantly searching for ways to give our loyal readers the best fantasy sports content possible. With that goal in mind, I am proud to announce that my typical Monday DraftKings article has been changed from a free article to a premium piece. Everything from that article that people grew to […]

Yuli Gurriel Finalizing Deal With San Diego

Free-agent first baseman Yuli Gurriel is finalizing a deal with the San Diego Padres. Last season, Gurriel spent most of the campaign with the Gwinnett Stripers but did get a brief look with the Kansas City Royals. Across 18 contests in Kansas City, Gurriel posted a .241/.338/.296 line. He showed an excellent eye at the […]

Kenta Maeda Could Earn Starting Role

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda could have a path to opening the season in the starting rotation with Alex Cobb (hip) set to miss a month of action. Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic noted that the team could give the veteran right-hander a look in spring training with the open spot in the rotation. […]

Josh Sborz Placed On 60-Day Injured List

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Josh Sborz (shoulder) was placed on the 60-day injured list earlier on Monday. This transaction opened a roster spot for right-handed pitcher Luke Jackson, who the team signed to a one-year contract on Monday. Sborz underwent shoulder surgery earlier in the offseason and is expected to miss the opening months of […]

Horse For The Course: PGA DFS Course History - 2025 Mexico Open

It was a wonderful week in San Diego at Torrey Pines, as the relocated Genesis Invitational brought a ton of action and drama down the stretch that ended with a Ludvig Aberg victory. The young Swede overcame a spotty start on Sunday to birdie four of his final six holes and steal the win away […]

White Sox Claim Owen White Off Waivers From Yankees

The Chicago White Sox claimed left-hander Owen White off waivers from the New York Yankees on Monday and placed left-hander Ky Bush (elbow) on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move to make room for White on the 40-man roster. The White Sox will be the fourth team for White this offseason as he's […]

Emmanuel Rodriguez To Be Delayed With Ankle Sprain

Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez (ankle) sprained his left ankle last week and will be delayed for a week or two from participating in spring training camp. In addition to his ankle injury, the 21-year-old is recovered from surgery he had on his right thumb last November. The Dominican outfielder has had a problem […]

Bennett Sousa Healthy At Spring Training

Houston Astros left-hander Bennett Sousa (shoulder) said that he's fully recovered from season-ending surgery he had last April for thoracic outlet syndrome. Sousa was able to get back on the mound last September and appears to be full-go at camp this year as he competes for a spot in Houston's Opening Day bullpen. The 29-year-old […]

Nathan MacKinnon Pots Two Goals In Monday's Win

Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon took care of two goals as Team Canada defeated Team Finland 5-3 in Monday's 4 Nations Face-Off meeting. MacKinnon netted Canada's second goal less than five minutes into the game and extended the lead to 4-0 in the second period before the Finns made a comeback attempt in the third […]

Alan Roden Could Make Big Impact For Blue Jays This Year

Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said that outfield prospect Alan Roden has some high expectations in 2025. The 25-year-old former third-round pick of the 2022 MLB draft has been highly touted in the organization among players and executives. "He's just done so much to put himself in a position to move through the […]

Sam Reinhart Dishes Out Three Assists Against Finland

Florida Panthers forward Sam Reinhart led all skaters with three points as Canada beat Finland 5-3 in the 4 Nations Face-Off on Monday. Reinhart has scored over 80 goals across the last two NHL campaigns but focused on playmaking in Monday's game, picking up all of his points via assists. The Panthers forward produced a […]

Seth Martinez Designated For Assignment

The Arizona Diamondbacks designated right-hander Seth Martinez for assignment on Monday to make room for right-handed reliever Kendall Graveman on their 40-man roster. Martinez was claimed off waiver by the Diamondbacks earlier this offseason, but he could be on the move again before the start of the 2025 regular season. The 30-year-old former 17th-round pick […]

Rangers Sign Luke Jackson To One-Year Deal

The Texas Rangers announced on Monday that they signed free-agent right-handed reliever Luke Jackson to an undisclosed one-year deal for the 2025 season. Jackson will now return to Texas after the organization drafted him 45th overall in the first round in 2010. The 33-year-old spent the first two years of his MLB career with the […]

Lucas Raymond Tries To Extend Point Streak Against USA

Detroit Red Wings winger Lucas Raymond has started the 4 Nations Face-Off strong for Sweden and aims to stay productive in Monday's clash against Team USA. Raymond has recorded three assists through the tournament's first two games, doing all his scoring during even-strength play. However, he hasn't found success in front of the net, coming […]

Tom Murphy Dealing With Oblique Strain

San Francisco Giants catcher Tom Murphy (oblique) has a mild oblique strain at spring training, according to manager Bob Melvin. The hope is that Murphy can get into a game in seven to 10 days. Murphy underwent an MRI exam recently after the Giants initially reported the 33-year-old veteran backstop was dealing with back spasms […]

William Byron Trusts His Instinct To Win Second Straight Daytona 500

Good fortune was on William Byron's side on Sunday night, as the Hendrick Motorsports driver captured his second straight Daytona 500 victory after avoiding the carnage on the last lap of this year's Great American Race. This is Byron's 14th victory of his Cup Series career and third at Daytona International Speedway. When interviewed after […]

Jake Guentzel Looks To Extend Multi-Point Streak Monday

Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Jake Guentzel will look to maintain his red-hot form for Team USA in Monday's 4 Nations Face-Off action against Team Sweden. The speedy winger sits among the tournament's most prolific players, having netted two points in each of his first two outings with the U.S. Guentzel finished the tournament opener […]

Jimmie Johnson Has Unexpected Emotions After Podium Finish At Daytona 500

It was a great night for Jimmie Johnson in Sunday's Daytona 500. Not only did he walk away with a third-place finish of his own, but John Hunter Nemechek, who drives for LEGACY Motor Club, an organization that Johnson is the majority owner of, also grabbed a top-five finish when it was all said and […]

Jace Jung Impresses In Batting Practice

MLB.com's Jason Beck writes that Detroit Tigers third base prospect Jace Jung, the team's No. 5 prospect per MLB Pipeline, put on a show during batting practice at spring training on Saturday by sending home runs to all fields. Now that Alex Bregman didn't sign with the Tigers, Jung, Matt Vierling and Andy Ibanez will […]

Jake Oettinger Starts Against Sweden

Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger will start for Team USA against Sweden in Monday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup. With a spot in the championship game already wrapped up for the Americans, Connor Hellebuyck will be rested on Monday, allowing Oettinger to make his first appearance in the tournament. Oettinger had a perfect 3-0-0 record when […]

John Hunter Nemechek Gets First Career Top-Five Finish At Daytona 500

John Hunter Nemechek's streak of good finishes at Daytona International Speedway continued this past weekend, as the LEGACY Motor Club driver notched his first-ever top-five finish in NASCAR Cup Series action, crossing the finish line in fifth on Sunday evening after avoiding the carnage throughout the race and on the last lap. Nemechek now has […]

Lucas Sims Nearing Agreement With Nationals

Former Boston Red Sox right-handed reliever Lucas Sims is nearing an agreement with the Washington Nationals, sources told Mass Live's Chris Cotillo. Sims opened last year with the Cincinnati Reds and finished the year in Boston, going a combined 1-6 with a 4.38 ERA (5.23 FIP), 1.44 WHIP, one save, 49 strikeouts and 30 walks […]

Jake Sanderson Slots Into Team USA Lineup

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson will join the 4 Nations Face-Off action on Monday, as he is set to slot in the Team USA lineup against Sweden. Sanderson will replace Charlie McAvoy of the Boston Bruins. According to reports, McAvoy is being rested for the matchup and is not dealing with an injury. The Bruins […]

Andrew Abbott Behind Other Pitchers In Camp

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott (shoulder) came to spring training this year behind other pitchers in camp while still working through shoulder issues that prematurely ended his 2024 season, according to MLB.com's Mark Sheldon. Abbott landed on the 15-day injured list five days after his Aug. 18 start against the Royals with a left-shoulder strain […]

Matthew Tkachuk Ruled Out Monday

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (lower body) will not play in Team USA's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Sweden on Monday. Tkachuk, who opened the tournament with a big three-point effort against Finland, suffered a lower-body injury in Saturday's clash against Canada. It looks like he is dealing with only a minor ailment, as Tkachuk's […]

Rhett Lowder Starts Throwing Progression On Monday

Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Rhett Lowder (elbow), who is dealing with right-elbow soreness in camp, started a throwing progression on Monday. "I hit a hiccup, but I feel great with where I'm at now. It was a blessing in disguise. It opened a light to things I need to work on with my body that […]

Elly De La Cruz Has New Batting Stance

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz has a new batting stance heading into the 2025 season. De La Cruz's new stance is more open, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer's Charlie Goldsmith, while he also stands a bit taller. The stance is a more "controlled aggression" that is aimed at cutting down his strikeouts moving […]

Home Run (HR) Risers for Fantasy Baseball - September Power Surgers

If a player's final stat line for the year is ho-hum or their team doesn't make it to the playoffs, a strong September could go overlooked or forgotten when it comes time to draft fantasy teams the following season. This can lead managers to miss out on potential breakout candidates and/or players who will significantly […]