Roxanne Modafferi In Need Of Rebound Win

Roxanne Modafferi (24-17) was unable to capitalize on her huge win over rising star Maycee Barber, dropping a unanimous decision to Lauren Murphy in June. The 37-year-old veteran does most of her damage drawing out the battle, winning 15 of her 24 career wins by decision. Many will argue that if Barber did not tear […]

Tyler Glasnow Aims To Proliferate Strikeout Barrage Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays right-handed pitcher Tyler Glasnow will square off with the Red Sox on Saturday, eyeing a sixth consecutive start with at least eight strikeouts. With a whopping 39.5% K rate to begin the year, Glasnow holds elite DFS appeal against a Boston offense that is attempting to find its groove with Mitch Moreland […]

Jose Alvarez Will Miss Remainder Of Regular Season

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed pitcher Jose Alvarez is not guaranteed to return in 2020 after sustaining a testicular contusion Aug. 20, but manager Joe Girardi made clear Thursday that if he does return, it won’t be until the postseason. Should Philadelphia be on the outside looking in come the playoffs, Alvarez will finish the year with […]

Yandy Diaz, Mike Zunino Could Return Before Playoffs

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz and catcher Mike Zunino could both be back prior to the start of the 2020 postseason, manager Kevin Cash confirmed prior to Thursday’s game against Boston. Diaz landed on the IL on Sept. 1 due to a hamstring strain, with Zunino having been out since Aug. 26 with […]

Nate Jones Returns Off Paternity List Thursday

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Nate Jones was activated off of the paternity list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the Cubs. In a corresponding move, the team optioned right-hander Jose De Leon to its taxi squad. Jones has proven to be a vital cog in the Cincinnati bullpen, having amassed four holds and struck out a […]

Chris Conley A Deep League Option In Week 1

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Chris Conley might not hold onto his starting role all season with Laviska Shenault Jr. lurking, but he's currently listed as a starter for the team and should be a solid fantasy option in deeper leagues in Week 1. Conley's been overlooked all offseason, but is coming off a solid 2019 […]

Johan Oviedo Lands On IL, Could Return Soon

St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Thursday, but not due to a positive test of his own. Having come in contact with someone who did test positive, Oviedo has been self-quarantined and has tested negative, which clears a path for him returning as soon as next week. […]

Tyler Eifert A Risky Week 1 Play

Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Tyler Eifert isn't listed as the starter on the team's initial depth chart, though the oft-injured former Bengal is likely to be the best receiving option at the position for the team. But being the "best" option doesn't necessarily translate to fantasy football success, and Eifert is best left on the […]

Walker Buehler Lands On IL Again With Blister Issue

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the D-backs due to a recurring blister ailment. Buehler has posted a 3.86 ERA through his first seven starts this year, having been sidetracked by a blister previously. Additionally, the team recalled righty Joe Kelly, but […]

Caleb Smith Will Make D-backs Debut Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Caleb Smith will make his first start for the organization Friday against Seattle. Smith has made just one start this year before his 2020 was sidelined by the COVID-19 outbreak within the Marlins' organization. Dealt to Arizona at the Trade Deadline in the Starling Marte deal, Smith is a high-upside arm […]

Wade Miley Sustains Setback, Not Available Over Weekend

Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Wade Miley was expected to return to the club’s rotation against the Cardinals this weekend, but he has sustained a setback that will make that an impossibility. The Reds have a plethora of starting options with Miley not available, namely Tyler Mahle and Tejay Antone, who have exceeded expectations with the […]

James Paxton Shut Down Again After Side Session

New York Yankees left-handed pitcher James Paxton is what manager Aaron Boone describes as “a little sore” after throwing his most recent session Wednesday. That soreness will force him to sit at least the next few days, further clouding his timeline for a potential return prior to the start of the postseason. Fantasy managers hanging […]

Ricky Seals-Jones Opens 2020 As Inactive

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Ricky Seals-Jones is inactive for the team's Thursday night meeting with the Houston Texans. Seals-Jones has been a promising receiving threat at times in his career, but the Chiefs already have the league's top tight end, Travis Kelce. It looks like they value what Nick Keizer and Deon Yelder bring […]

Austin Nola Starts Thursday, Jason Castro Sits Versus Righty

San Diego Padres catcher Austin Nola will get the start behind the dish Thursday against San Francisco and right-hander Trevor Cahill, bypassing Jason Castro, who figured to see the vast majority of starts versus righties over the final two-plus weeks. The Padres have a plethora of catching options in the wake of their Trade Deadline […]

Keke Coutee Inactive In Week 1

Houston Texans wide receiver Keke Coutee is inactive for Houston's Week 1 game against the Kansas City Chiefs, as is fullback Cullen Gillaspia. The Coutee news isn't a surprise, as he played a very small role on this team last season and seems like an emergency third slot receiver behind Randall Cobb and DeAndre Carter. […]

Justin Turner Not Slated To Make Return Until Next Week

Initially, the Los Angeles Dodgers were targeting this weekend for the activation of third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) from the injured list, but prior to Thursday’s contest, manager Dave Roberts bumped that timeline back by a few days. The club instead is aiming for early next week when they take on the Padres as a […]

Brandin Cooks Active In Week 1

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (quad) is active for Houston's Week 1 contest against the Kansas City Chiefs. It remains to be seen how Houston's wide receiver rotation will go this season, but Cooks is an interesting play this week against a Chiefs Defense that allowed a lot of yards and points to the […]

Zack Godley Hits IL With Flexor Strain

Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Zack Godley was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Thursday’s contest against Tampa Bay due to a flexor strain in his right elbow. The club recalled left-hander Matt Hall to take Godley’s spot on the roster, with the ailment further debilitating a pitching staff already in shambles amid […]

Mookie Betts Makes First Start Of Season At Second Base

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts is shifting into the infield for at least a night, as Betts will make his first start at the keystone since 2014 on Thursday against Arizona. A second baseman during his time in the Minor Leagues, Betts reportedly has pitched the idea of moving into the infield on occasion […]

Orioles-Yankees Postponed Thursday, DH Set For Friday

The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have been rained out Thursday, with the clubs set to participate in a traditional, seven-inning doubleheader Friday. Baltimore will get right-hander Alex Cobb back, as he is set to start Game 1, as Keegan Akin will slide down into the Game 2 start. New York is sticking with […]

Jaguars Could Get Creative With Laviska Shenault Jr.

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. is reportedly being used in a variety of ways at practice. Though the beat writer who reported this was unable to go into specifics due to the NFL's media rules, one can assume that Shenault is getting at least some work in the backfield, whether that be […]

Emilio Pagan Returns From IL Stint Thursday

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Emilio Pagan was activated off of the injured list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the Giants. Pagan landed on the IL due to inflammation in his right biceps on Sept. 2, although he hasn’t allowed a run in his past four appearances. San Diego brought aboard Trevor Rosenthal at the […]

Devine Ozigbo To Open Season On Injured Reserve

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Devine Ozigbo (hamstring) will start the 2020 season on the Injured Reserve. New rules this year mean Ozigbo could return for Week 4, but in the meantime, it appears that undrafted rookie James Robinson is going to get the first crack at the lead-back role. Robinson should be added in all […]

Wil Lutz An Excellent Start Against Buccaneers

New Orleans Saints kicker Wil Lutz is one of the best fantasy kickers in the business. He'll square off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in what could turn into a high-scoring affair. Lutz finished second to only Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker in total points with 147 and made 32 of 36 field goals while missing […]

Isan Diaz Earns Recall Thursday, Not In Lineup

Miami Marlins second baseman Isan Diaz was brought back to the Major League roster Thursday after having opted out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns back in July. Jazz Chisholm will hold down second base Thursday versus the Phillies, but expect Diaz to see the vast majority of duties there over the final […]

Courtland Sutton Questionable For Week 1

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (shoulder) is day-to-day with a sprained AC joint in his shoulder and is questionable for Denver's season-opening game against the Tennessee Titans on Monday night. Sutton left practice early on Thursday with a shoulder issue, and this news appears to be a best-case scenario for him. If he does […]

Matt Harvey Loses Starting Spot, Carlos Hernandez Elevated

Kansas City Royals right-handed pitcher Matt Harvey will be removed from the club’s starting rotation moving forward, paving the way for 23-year-old rookie Carlos Hernandez to take his spot. Harvey has been hit tremendously hard in 2020, producing a bottom one percentile ranking in exit velocity (92.9 MPH), xSLG (.709), and xwOBA (.469). Conversely, Hernandez […]

Saints Defense A Middling Option

The New Orleans Saints Defense can be used as a starting option in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but don't expect huge numbers. Tampa Bay is armed with weapons and a Hall of Fame quarterback in Tom Brady, who is far less likely to turn the ball over as much as his predecessor […]

Jack Flaherty Picks Up A Win On Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty pitched well enough to win in Game 1 of Thursday's double header. Flaherty went five innings, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six. He threw 95 pitches so he didn't get the chance to work through the sixth for a quality start. […]

EPL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel (9/12/20) - English Premier League Soccer

Welcome back, RotoBallers! It has been a long while since I have had the opportunity to share some DFS soccer advice with you all. I'm stoked for the return of the English Premier League this weekend! If you don't know me, I'm Vince. I began writing for RotoBaller in May when Bundesliga resumed, and I […]