Isan Diaz Optioned To Alternate Training Site

Miami Marlins second baseman Isan Diaz was optioned to the team's alternate training site on Wednesday afternoon. Diaz initially opted out of the 2020 season after two games amidst COVID-19 concerns, but recently changed his mind. The 24-year-old was expected to be a key contributor in the Marlins' lineup and showed promise as a prospect […]

Justin Verlander Throwing 50-Pitch Bullpen Session Wednesday

Houston Astros starter Justin Verlander (forearm) is scheduled to throw a 50-55-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday evening, according to manager Dusty Baker. Verlander has not pitched since July 24, but there is a legitimate possibility that he could return to the team before the end of the season. Assuming there are no setbacks, the 37-year-old may […]

Hunter Renfrow's Stock On The Decline?

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow was one of the most productive rookie receivers last year despite missing three games with an injury. The former Clemson star was one of just four rookie pass-catchers since 2014 to be drafted outside of the top 100 and reach 600 or more receiving yards. But with added […]

Jimmy Yacabonis Joining Mariners Bullpen

The Seattle Mariners purchased the contract of Jimmy Yacabonis from their alternate training site on Wednesday evening. The 28-year-old has not pitched yet in 2020, but he registered a 6.80 ERA and 33/24 K/BB rate in 2019. Yacabonis will stretch out the Mariners' bullpen a bit, but he holds no fantasy value for the remainder […]

Daily Fantasy Golf FanDuel Picks (PGA DFS): Safeway Open

Hello RotoBaller PGA family! Dustin Johnson pulled off a huge win at East Lake, capturing both the Tour Championship and the FedEx Cup with the victory. While last week's event only had 30 entrants, basically all of them can be called "stars". This week's Safeway Open has a full field, but you'll be hard-pressed to […]

Bryan Edwards Set To Start In First NFL Game

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Bryan Edwards is listed as a starter on the team's depth chart heading into Week 1 against the Panthers. He'll line up alongside fellow rookie Henry Ruggs III and Hunter Renfrow. An opportunity for Edwards opened up when Tyrell Williams (shoulder) was placed on Injured Reserve, so the 21-year-old […]

Justin Turner May Return As DH This Weekend

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) may return to the lineup over the weekend as the designated hitter, according to team manager Dave Roberts. He has yet to resume running drills, so playing the field is off the table. Turner provided a .282 average with two homers, 20 RBI, and 17 runs scored […]

Henry Ruggs III To Face Donte Jackson In NFL Debut

Las Vegas Raiders rookie first-round wide receiver Henry Ruggs III is set to be matched up against Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson in Week 1 on Sunday. Ruggs is one of the fastest players in the NFL at his position (4.27-second 40-yard dash), but Jackson ran an impressive 4.32-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. It […]

Alex Bregman Getting Day Off Wednesday

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman is absent from the team's starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. Fear not, however, as it is a scheduled rest day for the 26-year-old. Bregman returned from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and went 0-for-3 with a walk. In his absence, Jack Mayfield will play […]

Corbin Burnes Tosses An 11-Strikeout Gem

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (3-0) earned the win Wednesday against the Tigers after recording 11 strikeouts and giving up one hit and zero walks over seven scoreless innings. The Brewers offense gave Burnes plenty of run support in this one, tallying 19 runs in total. The 25-year-old has a 1.99 ERA, 0.90 WHIP […]

Ketel Marte Heads To Injured List With Wrist Inflammation

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday afternoon with inflammation in his left wrist. This is a brutal blow, as the injury announcement came out of relative obscurity. It does not seem to be an entirely serious ailment, but Marte's season may be over. The 26-year-old was […]

Waiver Wire Prognostication - Who'll Be Hot Adds After Week 1?

Fantasy football has always been a game about predictions and reactions. We need to be able to predict what might happen and react when it happens (or doesn't). There is no week where that's more pronounced than following Week 1 of the season. Many of our preseason predictions about roles or usage come to fruition […]

Luis Urias Drives In Five Runs

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Luis Urias went 3-for-6 with two doubles, two runs, five RBI and a caught stealing during Wednesday's 19-0 win over the Tigers. Urias has a .286/.355/.357 slash line with four doubles, a triple, 10 runs, 11 RBI and two stolen bases in 25 games this season. This was a nice breakout […]

Darren Waller Hoping For Encore After 2019 Breakout

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller is looking to become more of a household name at the position after breaking out in 2019 as he continues to stay sober after addiction issues earlier in his career. Waller had 90 catches for 1,145 yards, three touchdowns and a Pro Bowl nod last year. He's been […]

Stephen Piscotty Will Be Sidelined For A Few More Days

Oakland Athletics outfielder Stephen Piscotty (wrist) is not in the team's starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Houston Astros. He received a cortisone shot in his injured wrist and will miss the next few games. Piscotty was enjoying a productive 2020 campaign, slashing .264/.308/.438 with five homers, 28 RBI, and three stolen bases. In […]

Wade Miley Throws Bullpen Session Without Setbacks

Cincinnati Reds starter Wade Miley (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday without any issues, according to team manager David Bell. Miley is expected to return to the team's rotation at some point this weekend, which would line him up to face the St. Louis Cardinals. Even upon return, the 33-year-old is nothing more than […]

Coaching Matters: AFC North Play-Calling Impact on RB

In fantasy football, many of us 'experts' in the field try to take as much data into account before concluding players. That includes means looking at things like game tape, the team's offensive line, or their primary play-callers historical tendencies to utilize a certain position. After much research, I've developed a broad knowledge of how […]

J.A. Happ Strikes Out 10 On Tuesday

New York Yankees starting pitcher J.A. Happ held the Blue Jays to two runs over 6 1/3 innings while striking out 10 on Tuesday. Happ now owns a 2.89 ERA with 19 strikeouts over his last three starts (18 2/3 innings), but his hot streak has come without a significant improvement in his xwOBA (.329 […]

Keone Kela Throws Bullpen Session Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Keone Kela (forearm) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday afternoon. It is the first time he has pitched since August 21. The 27-year-old is always an option to close games for the Pirates, but his time to return is running out. Richard Rodriguez will continue to handle the ninth-inning duties in the […]

Alex Cobb Hopefully Returning This Week

Baltimore Orioles starter Alex Cobb (undisclosed) is close to a return, and the team is hopeful that he will be back by the end of the week. The 32-year-old has not pitched since August 29 due to an unknown ailment. Once he returns, he is not much more than a streaming option against mediocre opponents, […]

Mike Gesicki Has Intriguing Matchup

Miami Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki (glute) could have intriguing value for Week 1 against the New England Patriots. He was limited during Wednesday's practice, but is expected to be out there on Sunday. Gesicki is expected to see a heavy workload in the slot this season. He's a prime breakout candidate, but has a […]

Tommy Pham Taking Batting Practice Wednesday

San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham (hand) will participate in on-field batting practice before Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Pham suffered a fracture in his hamate bone back on August 17, and the initial concern was that his season was over. Alas, he has recovered faster than expected and may return by mid-September. If […]

David Dahl Activated Off Of 10-Day Injured List

Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl (back) was activated off of the 10-day injured list on Wednesday afternoon, but he is not in the team's starting lineup for their evening game. Nevertheless, the Rockies will be happy to get Dahl back, as he has not suited up since August 17. The 26-year-old was slashing a dismal […]

Michael Thomas A Top Play Against Tampa Bay

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is lined up to have a big start to his 2020 season. Thomas faces the Buccaneers, who he has enjoyed success against in his career. The All-Pro wideout has averaged just over 11 targets per game in seven career contests against Tampa Bay, including two 100-yard games with […]

Ken Giles Will Not Return To Closing Right Away

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Ken Giles (forearm) will not return to the closer's role immediately upon his activation from the injured list. Giles has been sidelined since July 26, so it makes sense to have him pitch in a low-leverage spot when he returns. Alas, it seems as though Giles will take over the ninth-inning […]

Nate Pearson Likely To Return In Relief Role

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson (elbow) would likely return to the team as a reliever if he were to return at all in 2020, according to manager Charlie Montoyo. Pearson just recently resumed throwing off of a mound, so he does not have enough time to get fully built back up as a starter. […]

Rowdy Tellez Headed To Injured List With Knee Sprain

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Rowdy Tellez was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday afternoon with a knee sprain, according to team manager Charlie Montoyo. It is an unfortunate ailment for the 25-year-old, as he was playing at a high level over the past few weeks. With this news, it seems as though […]

Preston Williams Likely To Struggle Versus Patriots

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Preston Williams (knee) was limited during Wednesday's practice. Williams, DeVante Parker (hamstring), and Mike Gesicki (glute) are all banged up, but expected to play on Sunday. However, the New England Patriots allowed the second fewest amount of fantasy points to receivers last season. Williams admitted earlier this week that he still […]

Latavius Murray Should Be Avoided Against Buccaneers

New Orleans Saints running back Latavius Murray goes up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who were the best at defending the run in 2019. It's a tough Week 1 matchup for fellow back Alvin Kamara as well, though it's harder for Murray to produce here given that Kamara will dominate the share of the running […]