Jake Allen Gets Nod For Montreal On Thursday

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jake Allen will get the start between the pipes as his team takes on the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. The 30-year-old will assume starting duties on the second night of a back-to-back between the two teams, looking to get revenge after the Canadiens were defeated 6-5 in a shootout to the Canucks […]

Dan Hooker Needs A Big Win In Co-Main Event

In a division stacked from top to bottom, two losses in a row can all but eliminate a fighter from a title shot. Dan Hooker (20-9) is in danger of falling into that hole, losing his last contest by decision to top-ranked Dustin Poirier, who is in the main event of this card. Not only […]

Michael Chandler Making Highly Anticipated Debut In Big Spot

Michael Chandler (21-5) makes his highly anticipated UFC debut on the co-main event of the biggest card possible to start 2021 on Saturday. Known for his time as being one of the figureheads of Bellator, the former champion brings his 16 finishes to the Octagon against an extremely tough opponent in Dan Hooker. DraftKings has […]

Joanne Calderwood In Dire Need Of A Win

Seventh-ranked flyweight Joanne Calderwood (14-5) has lost two of her last three bouts and needs a big win against the sixth-ranked Jessica Eye on Saturday to stay near the top of the division. Instead of waiting for a title shot against the champion, Calderwood took a bout against Jessica Maia in August of last year. […]

Jessica Eye Can Find Herself In Title Talks With A Big Win

Sixth-ranked women's flyweight Jessica Eye (15-8) heads into a showdown with seventh-ranked Joanne Calderwood on Saturday, which could determine which fighter remains in the running for a shot at the championship. Part of the UFC since 2013, Eye has yet to earn UFC gold but has been in the title picture on many occasions. Typically […]

American Express - Showdown Round 2 (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 […]

Matt Frevola Looking For Impressive Win Over Ottman Azaitar

Matt Frevola (8-1-1) will step into the Octagon on Saturday on the main card of UFC 257 with arguably his toughest opponent to date in Ottman Azaitar. After winning on the Contender Series in 2017, Frevola has gone 2-1-1 in the UFC, winning his last two fights. A three-fight winning streak is within his grasp, […]

Ottman Azaitar Looks To Continue His Knockout Ways

Looking to remain undefeated, Ottman Azaitar (13-0) enters the Octagon for the third time as he battles Matt Frevola on Saturday. Bulldozer has bulldozed through the competition, winning both of his UFC bouts by first-round knockout. Twelve of his 13 career bouts have come by finish, with nine of those being knockouts/TKO. DraftKings has Azaitar […]

Amanda Ribas Looks For Her Fifth Straight Win

Amanda Ribas (10-1) has looked amazing thus far in the UFC, going 4-0 with notable wins over Mackenzie Dern and Paige VanZant. Seven of her 10 career wins have come by the finish, with four of those by submission. Regardless of where the bout goes, Ribas can handle her own or even take over. Her […]

Marina Rodriguez Set To Open UFC 257 Against Fellow Brazilian

Marina Rodriguez (12-1-2) will open up the main card of UFC 257 on Saturday night against a tough opponent in Amanda Ribas. After a very solid 2019 that saw her go 2-0-1, Rodriguez dropped a very close split decision to Carla Esparza in 2020. Rodriguez has shown throughout her career that she's just a couple […]

Seth Curry Listed As Probable Against Boston

Philadelphia 76ers guard Seth Curry is listed as probable to play Friday night against the Boston Celtics. Curry missed Wednesday against Boston despite not being listed on the injury report. The team reported Curry's conditioning was not up to speed after sitting due to COVID-19, which explains the unexpected absence. Curry will likely rejoin the starting […]

LeBron James And Anthony Davis Starting Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward LeBron James (ankle) and forward/center Anthony Davis (ankle) are playing and starting Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Both James and Davis have been listed on most, if not all, injury reports this season, but have been in no real danger of missing the contests. Expect James and Davis to see their […]

NFL Playoffs Fantasy Reflections: Cam Akers' 2021 Value and More

Now that a few teams have been eliminated from the NFL playoffs, we can better gauge potential 2021 outlooks on some very interesting performers. When players raise their games in the postseason, their fantasy value can leap forward. Delivering the best production possible when the stakes and intensity are at their highest levels demonstrates increased […]

Bubba and Bat Flip 67: Fantasy Baseball Battle of the Podcasts DC - Benched with Bubba (Episode 334)

Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Bat Flip Crazy (@BatFlipCrazy) once again to recap the current Battle of the Podcasts Draft Champions league both are taking part in. They go over their teams through the first 30 or so rounds. Talking strategy, players, and more based on their current team constructions. Be sure to subscribe to […]

Cody Zeller Expected To Make Return Friday

Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller (probable) is expected to play Friday night against the Chicago Bulls. Zeller fractured his left hand in the first game of the season and has been out ever since. Despite his first game back, Zeller is not expected to see any type of minutes restriction and the Hornets are finally […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (1/21/21): NBA DFS Lineups

Happy Thursday, Rotoballers! As is the case with most Thursdays, the slate is a little smaller than usual. Three games tip-off tonight, and five of the six teams are currently in the playoffs. Surprisingly, it's the New Orleans Pelicans and not the New York Knicks sitting on the outside looking in, but that could all […]

Connor Hellebuyck Starting Thursday Against Senators

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will start Thursday's game against the Ottawa Senators. Back-up netminder Laurent Brossoit allowed three goals on 41 shots during Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win against the Sens. Hellebuyck has tallied a 2.50 goals-against average and .921 save percentage through his first two starts, and he has a good chance at improving […]

De'Andre Hunter And Cam Reddish Questionable Friday Night

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) and guard Cam Reddish (knee) are both questionable Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Both Hunter and Reddish missed Wednesday's win over the Detroit Pistons with knee issues and are probably closer to game-time decisions for Friday. If they both sit again, Kevin Huerter and Solomon Hill will likely get […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/21/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We have just a three-game slate on tap Thursday night, which naturally makes it all the more challenging to choose wisely and find at least a handful of plays that can help us differentiate in tournaments. Fortunately, there are no major injuries to be concerned with, as the designations attached to LeBron James and Anthony […]

Josh Bailey Removed From COVID-19 List

New York Islanders right wing Josh Bailey was removed from the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list on Thursday afternoon. He would be eligible to play in Thursday's game against the New Jersey Devils, but there is no word whether he will suit up. The 31-year-old was held scoreless through his first three games of the season. […]

Danilo Gallinari Listed As Doubtful Friday

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (ankle) is doubtful and not expected to play Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Gallinari has had a rough start to his Atlanta campaign and only played in two games this year while dealing with an ankle injury. Gallinari will likely be eased back into the lineup whenever he is cleared […]

Alec Burks Probable To Play Thursday

New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (ankle) is listed as probable Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors. Burks has been out a few weeks after dealing with an ankle sprain, but stated he feels great and is expected to play. The tail end of his absences were due to conditioning so Burks should not […]

Morgan Frost Out Indefinitely With Dislocated Shoulder

Philadelphia Flyers center Morgan Frost (shoulder) will be sidelined for the foreseeable future with a dislocated left shoulder. The 21-year-old suffered the injury during Tuesday's game in Buffalo. The Flyers are battling serious injury problems at center ice, with Frost and Sean Couturier (ribs) now out for multiple weeks. In their absence, Nolan Patrick and […]

Mikael Granlund Back At Practice, Nearing 2021 Debut

Nashville Predators right wing Mikael Granlund returned to practice on Thursday. The Finnish forward missed the entirety of training camp because of the league's COVID-19 protocols. Granlund's 2021 debut will probably come on Sunday against the Dallas Stars. He will play in a middle-six role when he returns to the lineup and could have modest […]

Tim Stutzle Out Again On Thursday

Ottawa Senators left wing Tim Stutzle (undisclosed) will not play on Thursday night against the Winnipeg Jets. It will be the second-straight game the rookie forward has missed. Stutzle skated on Thursday morning and is expected to practice Friday, which suggests he is close to a return. Alex Galchenyuk, who scored in his 2021 debut, […]

NHL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings, SuperDraft (1/21): 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, FanDuel, and SuperDraft. If you […]

Mackenzie Blackwood Placed On COVID-19 List

New Jersey Devils goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood appeared on the most recent release of the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list. This ensures that Blackwood will not be playing on Thursday night, but it is unclear how long he will be sidelined. It is an unfortunate blow for the 24-year-old, who was one of the hottest goalies in […]

Chris Godwin An Excellent Play In The NFC Championship Game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is poised for a great showing against the Packers in the NFC Championship game. Godwin has 19 targets in the Buccaneers' two playoff games, a mark that leads the team. He could be in line to receive more work than usual, as Mike Evans will likely have to […]

Bowen Byram Making NHL Debut Thursday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Bowen Byram will make his NHL debut on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Kings. The fourth-overall pick from the 2019 NHL Draft is one of the top defensive prospects in hockey, which seems unfair given the Avs already have Cale Makar, Devon Toews, and Samuel Girard in their lineup. It is […]

Alex Ovechkin One Of Four Capitals Set To Miss Four Games

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin will miss at least the next four games after failing to comply with the NHL's COVID-19 protocols. Evgeny Kuznetsov, Dmitry Orlov and Ilya Samsonov will also miss four games. All four players gathered in a hotel room during the team's recent road trip, and because of contract tracing, they […]