Will Barton Ruled Out Indefinitely

Denver Nuggets forward Will Barton (knee) has been ruled out indefinitely, which means he probably won't make an appearance in the playoffs. The team said his right knee isn't improving, so he'll remain on the sideline. Michael Porter Jr. and Torrey Craig will continue to gain playing time and fantasy value without Barton available. Porter […]

Luke Kennard Looks Good

Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard (knee) has been battling injuries throughout the season. He put up career high this year, but sadly he wasn't able to stay on the court as much as he would've liked. In mid-June the team reported that Kennard hasn't dealt with any setbacks and is back to 100 percent health. […]

Jean Segura Remains Sidelined On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Jean Segura (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash with the Boston Red Sox. He has not played since aggravating his hamstring on Sunday, but the team is hoping he can return on Thursday. In his absence, Alec Bohm will start at third base while Phil Gosselin will man […]

Aaron Gordon Listed As Questionable For Game 2

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Game 2 against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday. Gordon did not play in the first game of the series, but has been able to go through non-contact practices. Head coach Steve Clifford recently said that Gordon is not 100 percent healthy yet. Gary Clark […]

Nate Pearson Headed To The Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays starter Nate Pearson was placed on the 10-day injured list with elbow tightness on Wednesday morning. This comes after the 23-year-old was touched up for five runs on four hits against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night. There is no current timetable for Pearson's return, but the Blue Jays will likely take […]

Michael Carter-Williams Doubtful For Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Michael Carter-Williams (foot) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's Game 2 versus the Milwaukee Bucks. He is currently listed as day-to-day, so there's a chance that he returns for this one. Markelle Fultz, D.J. Augustin, and Terrence Ross will all gain some fantasy value, assuming Carter-Williams remains out. Ross could end up […]

Teoscar Hernandez Returns To Starting Lineup Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (back) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's tilt against the Baltimore Orioles. Hernandez was relegated to pinch-hitting duties on Tuesday due to a stiff back. The 27-year-old is slashing .295/.309/.628 with seven home runs, 14 RBI, and two stolen bases through 78 at-bats in 2020. Make sure you […]

Cavan Biggio Not In Wednesday's Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. It appears to be a regular rest day for the 25-year-old. In his absence, Brandon Drury will start at second base and bat sixth against Tommy Milone and the Orioles. Drury is slashing .100/.156/.100 with […]

Cole Hamels Not Close To Resuming Throwing

Atlanta Braves starter Cole Hamels (triceps) is still "a ways away" from throwing off of a mound, according to team manager Brian Snitker. The veteran left-hander is suffering from tendinitis in his left triceps. Hamels has been sidelined with the ailment since early July, and there is no guarantee he will be able to make […]

Tony Gonsolin Goes Six Scoreless Innings Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin sprinkled two hits across six scoreless innings during Tuesday's 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners. He struck out three batters without issuing a walk. Gonsolin has enjoyed a brilliant start to the 2020 season. He has not given up a run across 14 2/3 innings, owning a sparkling 0.55 […]

Miles Sanders Dealing With A Lower-Body Injury

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders is dealing with a "lower-body injury" and has been listed as week-to-week by the team. There were no more details about the injury on the team's injury report, but reporters don't seem to think there is much concern about Sanders going forward. This is likely just the team trying […]

Eric Thames Posts Three RBI In Tuesday's Win

Washington Nationals first baseman Eric Thames was 2-for-5 with three RBI during Tuesday's 8-5 win over the Atlanta Braves. It was a nice change of pace for the veteran slugger, as he has struggled mightily to begin the season. Thames is slashing .204/.264/.306 with one home run, six RBI, and a 14/2 K/BB rate. The […]

Josh Tomlin Adequate In Tuesday's Defeat

Atlanta Braves pitcher Josh Tomlin allowed two runs on six hits across four innings of work during Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Washington Nationals. He struck out two batters and walked one in the no-decision. Tomlin has performed well across nine appearances this season, posting a 2.35 ERA and 1.04 WHIP through 15 1/3 innings. […]

Freddie Freeman Hits Two-Run Homer In Loss

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Washington Nationals. It was the fourth long-ball of the season for the 30-year-old. Freeman is now slashing .287/.398/.529 with 14 RBI in 2020. He is as consistent as they come from a fantasy perspective and will […]

Marc Leishman Looking To Find His Form

Since the restart, Marc Leishman has struggled a bit as evidenced by his 50% missed cut rate in the six events he’s played in. One piece of his game that’s been dialed in is his approach game where he ranks 20th in this field in strokes gained on approach in his last 50 rounds. As […]

Le'Veon Bell (RB, NYJ) - 2020 Fantasy Football Draft Sleeper

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~25 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~35 ANALYSIS: Considering Bell a sleeper, with an ADP of 35 (late third round), might be a little too crazy, right? Bear with me here. Bell's current ADP of RB18, compared to where he is projected (per PFF numbers) to finish the year in PPR points (RB13) makes […]

Daily MLB DFS Value Plays for FanDuel, DraftKings - August 19, 2020 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for 8/19/2020. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. We have an 11-game slate on tap tonight that has some higher-priced pitching with some really nice offensive spots to target. Some will pay […]

Daniel Berger Comes To Boston In Good Form

Since the restart, one could argue that Daniel Berger has been one of the five best golfers to put his tee in the ground. In the first event back, he was able to win the Charles Schwab Challenge, followed by a T3 finish at RBC Heritage, a T2 at the WGC Saint Jude Invitational, and […]

Jamie Benn Leads the Way as Dallas Takes Lead in Series

Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn picked up the game's first goal, a shorthanded marker coming just as play was changing from four-on-four to a Calgary power play. Benn also had a game-high six shots on net and two hits in the 2-1 victory. With points in four of the five games this series, Benn has […]

Mikael Backlund Scores Lone Goal for Flames in Loss

Calgary Flames forward Mikael Backlund scored an unassisted goal late in the first period, giving the Flames their only goal in the Game 5 loss. The goal was Backlund's fourth of the postseason and second of the series. Calgary's offensive struggles led to some line shuffling during the game, so while Backlund started the game […]

Tiger Woods Ready To Take On TPC Boston

Tiger Woods, following a T37 finish at the PGA Championship, will tee it up at TPC Boston for the 11th time in his illustrious career. This time, at The Northern Trust, he’s not in the greatest form following the restart as his only other event was The Memorial, an event where he finished T40. Not […]

Gardner Minshew (QB, JAX) - 2020 Fantasy Football Draft Sleeper

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~160 Overall CURRENT ADP: ~180 ANALYSIS: As a sixth-round draft pick last season, Gardner Minshew II was expected to compete for a backup role behind recently-acquired Nick Foles. The rookie was thrust into a starring role early on though after Foles was injured in the season-opening game. Minshew would go on to […]

Carlos Carrasco Strikes Out Five In Short Outing

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco allowed three earned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out five across 4 1/3 innings Tuesday against the Pirates. He did not factor into the decision. Carrasco has uncharacteristically battled his control of late, surrendering 12 walks in his last 14 2/3 innings. He still has […]

NBA DFS Cheat Sheet & Expert Lineups for August 19th (Premium Content)

NBA DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 8/19 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard  Game of the Day None The one I am going to write about:  Brooklyn Nets versus Toronto Raptors This game treated me well on Monday, and I'm going right back to it for game two of the […]

Brad Hand Comes Through With Sixth Save

Cleveland Indians closer Brad Hand allowed one hit but struck out the side to record the save Tuesday against the Pirates. Hand entered the game with a three-run lead in the 10th inning. Even with a runner starting on second base, he held the Pirates scoreless, inducing two swinging strikeouts. After early-season struggles, Hand has […]

PGA DFS: DraftKings Core Four - Northern Trust (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hello RotoBallers, and thanks for joining me for the 2020 Northern Trust! I will be taking over for Joe this week to cover my four selections for the first playoff event and will try to keep the train humming with another successful week. […]

Carlos Santana Drives In Five Runs Against Pirates

Cleveland Indians first baseman Carlos Santana went 2-for-5 with a home run, five RBI and one run scored Tuesday against the Pirates. Santana drove in five of Cleveland's six runs. He came through with the decisive runs on a three-run homer in the 10th inning. He now has two long balls on the season, with […]

MLB Betting Picks (8/19/2020) - Moneylines, Totals, and Runlines

The Braves did exactly as I expected by scoring five runs on Austin Voth, but the Nationals turned back around and had one big inning against the Atlanta bullpen and that was all that was needed. Then we had some fireworks in the Philly/Boston game once the Phillies dropped seven runs in the sixth inning, […]

Corbin Burnes Strikes Out Five In No Decision

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes pitched five innings against Minnesota on Tuesday, allowing one run on two hits and three walks while striking out five. He did not factor into the decision. Burnes started for the first time since July 25th and was effective for the most part, limiting a potent Minnesota offense to one […]

Amed Rosario Beginning To Heat Up

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in the Mets' 8-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday. Perhaps feeling the pressure of competition with Andres Gimenez, Robinson Cano and Luis Guillorme all swinging hot bats, Rosario is now 4-for-9 with a homer, double and four RBI […]