Alejandro Kirk Earns First Big League Call-Up

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk has been summoned to the Major League roster for the final two-plus weeks of the season. Ranked as the Blue Jays’ No. 6 prospect per MLB Pipeline, Kirk is a 5-foot-8, 265-pound catcher that will likely backup Danny Jansen, but also see at-bats at the designated hitter slot. Still […]

David Fletcher Remains Absent From Lineup Friday

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher (ankle) will not return to the mix Friday versus the Rockies, with Luis Rengifo and Andrelton Simmons holding down the middle infield spots versus right-hander German Marquez. Angels manager Joe Maddon stated that Fletcher could return to the starting nine as soon as Friday after he last appeared Aug. 30. […]

Martin Truex Jr. Going For Three In A Row At Richmond

Joe Gibbs Racing's Martin Truex Jr. will roll off from the 14th position in Saturday night's Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond Raceway. Truex will look to bounce back after giving away a victory in last week's Southern 500, when he pushed the limit, passing for the lead. Truex has been on fire, and before […]

Ken Giles Rejoins Bullpen Friday

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Ken Giles was activated off of the injured list prior to Friday’s contest versus the Mets. Giles had been on the IL since July 27 due to a right forearm strain, having allowed two runs in 1 ⅔ frames earlier this season. How the Toronto relief corps shakes out upon […]

Brandon Aiyuk Listed As Questionable

San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Cardinals on Sunday. Aiyuk got in some practice time on Friday, so he definitely has a chance to make his NFL debut in the season opener. However, it remains to be seen how much he'd see the […]

Deebo Samuel Ruled Out For Week 1

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (foot) has been ruled out for Week 1 against the Cardinals. Samuel didn't practice this week, but he's ahead of schedule and could make his season debut next week against the Jets. When he's ready to return, Samuel should be quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's No. 1 receiver, making him […]

Justin Upton Returns To Lineup Friday, Bats Fifth At Coors Field

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton is back among the starting nine for Friday’s contest against Colorado, choosing an excellent time to return to the fold at the league’s preeminent hitter’s park. Upton last played Tuesday as he has worked his way back after being hit by a pitch on the left hand, and despite […]

Kevin Harvick On The Pole At Richmond

Stewart-Haas Racing's Kevin Harvick will start from the pole position in Saturday night's Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond Raceway. Harvick took the No. 4 car to victory lane last week, in the playoff opener at Darlington, to lock himself into the next round. In 38 career starts at Richmond, Harvick has three wins, 15 […]

Sam Huff Makes Major League Debut Friday

Texas Rangers catcher Sam Huff is set to make his big league debut Friday against Oakland and right-hander Mike Fiers, as he gets the start behind the dish and bats eighth. Huff has never played a game above Class A Advanced, but he showed power upside in his Minor League stints with 28 home runs […]

J.D. Martinez Absent From Friday’s Lineup

Boston Red Sox outfielder/designated hitter J.D. Martinez is not among the club’s starting nine for Friday’s contest versus the Rays and left-hander Blake Snell, whom he has gone just 1-for-7 against in his career. Martinez has been in a season-long malaise that has intensified over his past 15 games with just one homer and a […]

Carlos Rodon Expected To Return This Season

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) is expected to return this season. General manager Rick Hahn was optimistic on Friday that the lefty would be back in some capacity. Rodon has been open to pitcher out of the bullpen, but the Sox have also had struggles in their starting rotation. The lefty allowed […]

Josh Norman Ruled Out For Bills Defense

Buffalo Bills cornerback Josh Norman (hamstring) was ruled out for the Week 1 season opener against the Jets. Defensive tackle Vernon Butler (hamstring) has been listed as questionable. Norman is hoping to be a veteran presence for Buffalo's strong defense in 2020, but he'll be on the sidelines for the first game. Expect Levi Wallace […]

Salvador Perez Activated, Returns To Lineup Friday

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez has been activated off of the injured list prior to Friday’s contest against the Pirates and left-hander Steven Brault. He will return to his duties behind the dish with Meibrys Viloria being sent down to the club’s alternate training site to make room on the roster. Prior to his […]

Eagles Expect Good Things From Jalen Reagor

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver Jalen Reagor (shoulder) is on track to make his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Washington Football Team. Head coach Doug Pederson said they increased Reagor's workload this week. The team will watch him over the next 48 hours, but they "expect some good things." Reagor was also taken […]

Jose Ramirez Returns, Francisco Lindor Bats Leadoff

The Cleveland Indians lineup has been shuffled ahead of Friday’s contest against Minnesota and right-hander Kenta Maeda with Jose Ramirez returning to the mix, while Francisco Lindor slots into the leadoff spot for the first time this season. Ramirez missed Thursday’s contest due to a left thumb contusion, but despite the swelling, he’s back and […]

Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton Could Return Next Weekend

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone was effusive prior to Friday’s contest against Baltimore that he would have outfielders Aaron Judge (calf) and Giancarlo Stanton (hamstring) back soon, saying that their return was “very close.” Despite that, the timeline for a return still continues to be next weekend for the duo of sluggers, which gives them an […]

Denzel Mims Not Looking Good For Sunday

New York Jets rookie wide receiver Denzel Mims (hamstrings) will not practice on Friday. Head coach Adam Gase said Mims had an issue with his other hamstring, and "it's not looking good" for the rookie making his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Bills. The 22-year-old out of Baylor wasn't trending as much of […]

Mike Moustakas, Jesse Winker Not In Friday’s Lineup

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Mike Moustakas and outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker will not start Friday against St. Louis and right-hander Adam Wainwright after both departed early Thursday with respective ailments. Moustakas had been hit on the foot by a pitch, while Winker is battling a back injury. Freddy Galvis slots in at the keystone Friday, […]

Miles Sanders Officially Listed As Questionable For Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Washington Football Team. Sanders was limited for every practice the Eagles held this week due to his hamstring injury. Combine that with the fact that coach Doug Pederson has already stated that Sanders could have his workload managed […]

Javier Baez Receives Day Off Friday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez is out of the starting nine for Friday’s contest against the Brewers, receiving a day off amidst a nine-game skid that has seen him hit just .182. Nico Hoerner will hold down the shortstop spot with David Bote entering the lineup. Baez’s 60 strikeouts this season lead the National League, […]

Mike Evans Doubtful To Face Saints

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (hamstring) is listed as doubtful to face the Saints in Week 1 on Sunday. There was some optimism building around Evans after he did some individual drills in practice on Friday, but his soft-tissue injury will likely keep him out and somewhat spoil quarterback Tom Brady's debut with […]

Kenny Golladay Doubtful For Week 1

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Week 1 against the Bears after injuring his hamstring in practice this week. Golladay injured himself on Wednesday, sat out on Thursday and was "very limited" Friday, so fantasy managers need to start making other plans for the season opener. It's a rough […]

Danuel House Could Miss Rest Of The Series

Houston Rockets forward Danuel House (personal) could miss the rest of the playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. The NBA is currently doing an investigation on House allegedly sneaking a female into the bubble. It doesn't sound like he'll get back on the court until the NBA makes their decision. That means, Jeff Green, […]

Gordon Hayward Clears Quarantine

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward (ankle) is back in the bubble and expected to clear quarantine on Friday. However, he is still not close to getting back on the court after suffering a Grade 3 ankle sprain in mid-August. The hope is that Hayward could return at some point next series, assuming the Celtics advance. […]

Counter Strike: Global Offensive DFS Picks (9/12/20) - DraftKings, Daily Fantasy

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another edition of my Counter Strike: Global Offensive DFS picks.  I have been focusing on the NHL playoffs but as the hockey season starts to wind down, it is time to shift the focus back to CS:GO. As always, I will do my best to give you the stats and info […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (9/11/20): NBA DFS Lineups

Elimination Friday is here and so is a new batch of DraftKings picks for you readers to hopefully take to the bank. The two-game slate is going to be filled with a lot of familiar names but potentially a surprise or two as well. Given that two teams might be going home tonight, we are […]

Courtland Sutton A Long Shot To Play On Monday

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (shoulder), who sprained his AC joint in practice on Thursday, appears to be a long shot to play on Monday night against the Titans in Week 1. He did not practice on Friday. Sutton hasn't officially been ruled out, but he seems doubtful at this point and should probably […]

MLB DFS Cheat Sheet and Lineup Picks for 9/11/20 (Premium Content)

  MLB DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 9/11 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.  RotoBaller Sample DFS Lineups Sample FanDuel Lineup  Sample DraftKings Lineup    Please note that these are sample lineups designed only to show how you might use the above lineup picks in your own lineup. You should always […]

Jarvis Landry's Playing Time Could Be Game-Plan Dependent

After having hip surgery in February, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (hip) has been taking part in roughly every other practice since training camp began. While he hasn't been listed on the injury report this week, Landry could see reduced snaps early in the season. Landry told reporters via Zoom, "How much [I’ll play] […]

Sean Manaea Finding His Rhythm This Season

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sean Manaea got off to a rough start to 2020 but has bounced back with four straight wins to emerge as a viable fantasy option down the stretch. Manaea sports an impressive 1.98 ERA in his last five starts, which includes a one-run, seven-inning gem Thursday night against Houston. The left-hander's […]