Stephen Strasburg Fully Recovered From Wrist Injury

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg, whose 2020 season ended early due to wrist surgery, is at full strength as spring training begins. According to GM Mike Rizzo, Strasburg is no longer in "rehabilitation mode" but "preparation mode" for the 2021 season. That should allay any concerns about the specific injury Strasburg sustained last year, […]

Juan Soto Due For A Contract Extension?

Washington Nationals star outfielder Juan Soto could be in line for a big contract extension after the Padres signed 22-year-old shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. to a 14-year, $340 million deal on Wednesday night. Soto is also 22 years old. He will make $8.5 million in 2021 and has four years remaining before he can reach […]

Max Scherzer Sprains Ankle

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (ankle) sprained his ankle on his landing foot two weeks ago, manager Dave Martinez said Thursday. Scherzer was doing offseason conditioning when he sustained the injury, but it's been characterized as a minor issue. Although he is currently not throwing because of it, this injury should not affect Scherzer's fantasy […]

Chris Sale Says He Feels Great

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) said he's feeling great while he continues to rehab from Tommy John surgery on his left elbow. The left-hander hasn't been cleared to throw off a mound yet, and it will be months before he pitches in a game. Sale had a mild case of COVID-19 a […]

Gio Urshela Close To Full Health

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (elbow) is close to full strength, according to manager Aaron Boone. Urshela has made encouraging progress after undergoing offseason surgery to remove a bone spur from his elbow, and fantasy managers should expect him to be ready for Opening Day (or extremely close to it) at this point. […]

Jordan Hicks "Ready To Go"

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks (elbow) is "ready to go," according to Cardinals bullpen coach Bryan Eversgerd. Hicks has reportedly been throwing without issue and is now about 19 months removed from his Tommy John surgery. Entering camp, Giovanny Gallegos was considered the favorite for saves in St. Louis, but if Hicks is indeed […]

Luis Severino Close To Throwing On Mound

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (elbow) has been playing catch and is expected to throw off of a mound within the next few weeks. Severino missed the entire 2020 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in February, and the 26-year-old appears to be on track for his original target return date sometime in […]

Falcons Release Ricardo Allen, Allen Bailey

The Atlanta Falcons released starting safety Ricardo Allen and defensive end Allen Bailey on Thursday, according to a source. The Falcons will save $6.25 million against a tight salary cap by cutting Allen. The 29-year-old is a leader when he's on the field, but he played in only 12 games in 2020 and missed all […]

MLB Spring Training Notebook - February 18th

Welcome to the 2021 edition of RotoBaller's Spring Training Notebook. I began this column a year ago, and made it about four or five articles in when Major League Baseball decided to shut things down, just like everything else around the globe, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Well, things are at least a little more […]

Connor McDavid Reaches Milestone On Wednesday

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid recorded his 500th career NHL point as the Oilers defeated the Winnipeg Jets by a score of 3-2 on Wednesday. As usual, the Oilers center is having a phenomenal season with nine goals and 23 assists in just 18 games played. He plays on the team's top line with Ryan […]

Mitch Moreland Signs One-Year Deal With Oakland

The Oakland Athletics and first baseman Mitch Moreland agreed to a one-year Major League contract, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Moreland adds a left-handed bat to a largely right-handed A's lineup and figures to get most of his at-bats as a designated hitter while also filling in occasionally for Matt Olson at first base. […]

Steelers RB Room Likely To Undergo Massive Overhaul

The Pittsburgh Steelers running back room is likely in for a massive overhaul this offseason after the team's top four running backs combined for just 1,230 rushing yards in 2020. James Conner, who will be a free agent, had 721 yards in 13 games and averaged 4.3 yards per carry with six touchdowns. He averaged […]

J.T. Miller Collects Two Points In Win Versus Calgary

Vancouver Canucks forward J.T. Miller posted a goal and an assist in helping his team pick up a 5-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday. The 27-year-old, who had registered just one assist is his previous five games, was all over the scoresheet in this one - also providing a plus-three rating, two penalty […]

Brock Boeser Registers Three Points On Wednesday

Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser posted his 12th goal of the season and also added two assists as his team cruised to a 5-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday night. Boeser, who is now second in the NHL in goals scored this season, also finished the night with a plus-three rating and three […]

Kevin Lankinen Posts First Career Shutout

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Kevin Lankinen recorded his first career NHL shutout in blanking the Detroit Red Wings 2-0 on Wednesday night. The 25-year-old faced 29 total shots in the contest, and in stopping all of them, he improved to a 2.29 goals-against average and a .931 save percentage in 12 starts on the campaign. Lankinen […]

Eagles Agree To Trade Carson Wentz To Colts

The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to trade quarterback Carson Wentz to the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a conditional 2022 second-round pick that could turn into a first-rounder, according to league sources. Wentz had the worst season of his career in 2020 and was benched in favor of […]

Mets Unlikely To Sign Jackie Bradley Jr.

On Thursday, SNY reported that the New York Mets' chances of signing free-agent outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. are now virtually non-existent. While the Mets previously engaged Bradley's agent, Scott Boras, the two sides never got remotely close to an agreement. With the Mets' recent additions of outfielders Albert Almora Jr. and Kevin Pillar, their outfield […]

Buccaneers Want To Retain Their Free Agents

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians hopes that the allure of winning another championship in 2021 can pull most of the team's impending free-agents back for another season. That includes players like wide receiver Chris Godwin, defensive end Shaquil Barrett, linebacker Lavonte David, tight end Rob Gronkowski, defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh and running back […]

Trevor Rosenthal Agrees To One-Year Deal With A's

The Oakland Athletics and relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal are in agreement on a one-year, $11 million contract, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Rosenthal figures to slot into the closer role after Liam Hendriks departed Oakland in free agency. Rosenthal was superb last season, converting 11 of 12 save chances with a 1.90 ERA […]

NFL Increases Minimum Salary Cap To $180 Million

The NFL said on Thursday that the salary cap floor has been increased from $175 million to $180 million following talks with the NFL Players Association, according to sources informed of the situation. As the league stated in their memo, this isn't the final salary cap for the 2021 season, it just increases the minimum […]

Oliver Perez Returns To Cleveland

The Cleveland Indians have made a deal with relief pitcher Oliver Perez on Thursday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. The 39-year-old lefty has shifted around quite a bit over his 18-year career, but he's finally found a bit of stability in Cleveland. He owns a 2.67 ERA thus far in Cleveland, including a 2.00 mark […]

Yankees Interested In Signing Brett Gardner

Free-agent outfielder Brett Garnder still has a shot at returning to the Yankees in 2021, and the team reportedly continues to express interest in the 37-year-old. Gardner's fantasy value isn't great if he rejoins the Yankees as he'd be the team's fourth outfielder with the possibility of getting overtaken on the depth chart by Mike […]

Trevor Bauer to the Dodgers - Fantasy Impact

The biggest domino in this year's free agent market has finally toppled, as Trevor Bauer is taking his talents to Los Angeles for the next three years with the Dodgers. It'll be a return to familiar territory for the reigning NL Cy Young winner, as he returns not only to where he grew up but […]

Mets Interest In Taijuan Walker Remains Serious

On Wednesday, it was reported that the New York Mets have identified right-handed pitcher Taijuan Walker as someone they have serious interest in. In 2020, over 11 starts and 53 1/3 innings pitched between the Mariners and Blue Jays, Walker posted a 2.70 ERA, a 1.16 WHIP, and a 50:19 K:BB. For his career, the […]

Robert Covington Delivers Full Line In Win Over Pelicans

Portland Trail Blazers forward Robert Covington had another strong game in his team's sixth straight win Wednesday. Covington filled up the box score with 12 points, eight rebounds, four blocks, two steals, two triples, and an assist in 38 minutes of action against the Pelicans. The seven-year veteran won't wow anyone with his shooting efficiency […]

The Fantasy Basketball Drop List: Week 9

Normally I'd talk about basketball here, but I'll be honest: I haven't watched basketball over the past few days because my power has been intermittent here in Texas. I've got a nice window of having power right now so I can write this, but I can't really tell you much about what's going on in […]

Zion Williamson Drops 36 Points With One Turnover

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson matched his season-high in the scoring column with 36 points in Wednesday's loss to Portland. Williamson rounded out his line with six rebounds, four assists, and two steals while draining a three for the second straight game. The 20-year-old also had a season-high 11 makes at the free-throw line, […]

LCK DFS Picks for 2/19: DraftKings & FanDuel League of Legends Daily Fantasy

In the weirdest of scenarios last evening, I spent a great deal of time defending HLE against NSRF. I'm not too fond of HLE, and I think they stink. They went above and beyond the call of duty last night to prove me right, and now I'm prepared fully for them to upset DWG at […]

Damian Lillard Has Monster Game In Win Over Pelicans

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard was unstoppable on Wednesday night in a 126-124 win over the Pelicans. Lillard scored 43 points with 16 assists- which matched his career-high- adding seven triples, four rebounds, a block, and a steal in 38 minutes. The Weber State product has been simply amazing lately, as he's averaged 35.6 […]

NBA DFS Cheat Sheet & Expert Lineups for 2/18 (Premium Content)

  NBA DFS Premium Cheat Sheet for 2/18 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard   Game by Game Breakdowns Toronto Raptors (-6.5) at Milwaukee Bucks (233.5 total) This game should certainly feature some points as both teams are in the top 11 in pace and neither is in the top […]