Tim Lopes Continues To Shine

Seattle Mariners infielder Tim Lopes went 2-for-2 in the win over the Reds on Wednesday, doubling twice while also adding a run and an RBI. The 25-year-old has played exceptionally well this spring thus far, compiling a hit in each of his five plate appearances (four doubles) to go along with five RBI. Lopes isn't […]

Justin Dunn Impresses Against Reds

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Justin Dunn threw two complete innings during the win over the Reds on Wednesday. The 24-year-old struck out the first two batters of the day, catching Josh VanMeter looking before dispatching Joey Votto, who went down swinging. Though he gave up a run in the second inning, Dunn is confident that […]

Fantasy Basketball Rotation Watch: Playing Time Updates For Week 19

Welcome to Rotation Watch! Each week this article will break down who is gaining minutes around the NBA. Fantasy managers want the players that are getting the opportunity to shine, not the ones who are sitting on the bench and watching from the sidelines. It's time for the contenders to shine and the pretenders to […]

Fantasy Basketball - Dynasty Rundown for Week 19

Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly dynasty league rundown! Dynasty leagues are becoming more and more popular, and we're here to keep you ahead of the game. Each week, we'll touch on topics and players that may not necessarily be relevant in single-year formats, but they can make a splash in keeper leagues. With that being said, […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 19

The waiver wire is where leagues are won and lost. The draft is long past and now your rosters feel completely different if you are even moderately active. Players come and go due to poor performances and/or injury all the time. Staying on top of your needs is essential to winning matchups and grinding your […]

Deep Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Adds (Week 19)

This might come as a shock to some of you, but Jae Crowder has gone from fantasy irrelevance to, easily, a top standard league player. Over the past two weeks, however, he is posting first-round, top-12 production, despite being fairly new to the Heat. With this, many standard league players are selling high on Crowder […]

Nikola Vucevic Records Fourth Straight Double-Double

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic recorded 17 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, and a block in a 130-120 win over the Atlanta Hawks. That's four straight double-doubles for the skilled Montenegrin big man. He hasn't exceeded last year's career-best numbers, though he's been a model of consistency from game to game. February has been his […]

Bills Have Talked With Josh Norman

The Buffalo Bills have talked with free-agent cornerback Josh Norman, according to general manager Brandon Beane, but nothing is imminent. Norman was recently released from the Redskins and has ties to both Beane and head coach Sean McDermott from their time together with the Panthers. Norman was drafted with Beane in the Carolina front office, […]

Marquise Goodwin Might Be Expendable

While the San Francisco 49ers think wide receiver Marquise Goodwin is too valuable to straight up cut, they are open to trading him, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Goodwin has two years left on his current deal and is scheduled to make $3.95 million in base salary in 2020 while counting $4.906 million against […]

Wil Myers Clears The Fences

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers went 2-for-3 with a solo homer on Wednesday against the Cleveland Indians. The 29-year-old has taken constant trade rumors in stride and collected three hits and a walk in nine spring training plate appearances. After performing like a legitimate four-category fantasy stud between 2016-2017, Myers has declined the past […]

Evan Fournier Scores Team-High 28 Points In Win

Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier scored 20-plus points for the third straight game in a Wednesday night victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Fournier dropped 28 points on 11 of 18 shooting from the field with five assists, four rebounds, three steals and two triples. The veteran has averaged 25.7 points per game in his last […]

Cowboys Talking To Dak Prescott's Agent

The Dallas Cowboys and Todd France, the agent for quarterback Dak Prescott, had discussions on Wednesday regarding a long-term contract extension for the first time since September of last year. The meeting didn't last long, but the Cowboys are hoping to get a long-term deal done before needing to use the franchise tag on Prescott. […]

John Collins Stays Hot Against Hawks

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins has been on a tear in February. He stayed hot on Wednesday night against the Magic with 26 points, seven rebounds, four assists, three triples, and two blocks. Collins has been dominant this month, posting 25 points and 10.5 rebounds per game on 63.3 percent shooting from the field as […]

Abraham Toro-Hernandez Diagnosed With Pink Eye

Houston Astros infielder Abraham Toro-Hernandez (eye) was scratched from the Grapefruit League lineup on Tuesday and was diagnosed with pink eye on Wednesday, according to manager Dusty Baker. Toro wasn't at the facility on Wednesday but is expected back on Thursday. The Canadian corner infielder finished last season ranked as the team's No. 5 prospect, […]

Josh Reddick Could Make Spring Debut This Weekend

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (shoulder) said he will make his Grapefruit League debut possibly as early as this weekend. Reddick is healed from offseason left shoulder surgery but arrived at camp on a personal workout plan. The Astros are just being cautious with the 33-year-old, and he should be fine in time for Opening […]

Martin Kaut Scores First Career NHL Goal In Victory

Colorado Avalanche right winger Martin Kaut scored his first career National Hockey League goal in Wednesday's 3-2 victory against the Sabres. The 20-year-old was recently called up in the wake of multiple injuries to impact forwards on the Avalanche, including the loss of Mikko Rantanen (upper-body), Nazem Kadri (lower-body), Andre Burakovsky (illness) and Matt Calvert […]

Forrest Whitley Goes Back To Arm Swing

Houston Astros pitching prospect Forrest Whitley went back to the arm swing he used while in high school five years ago at the request of pitching coach Brent Strom. Whitley was happy with the results on Wednesday when he allowed three runs and two hits with a walk and one strikeout against the Cardinals. The […]

Pavel Francouz Earns Victory Against Sabres

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz stopped 31 of 33 shots on goal to earn his 16th win of the season and fourth consecutive win in Wednesday's 3-2 victory against the Sabres. The 29-year-old was sharp in the contest, allowing only a pair of goals to Zemgus Girgensons and Curtis Lazar in the first and second […]

Carter Hutton Allows Three Goals In Loss To Avalanche

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Carter Hutton stopped 31 of 34 shots on goal but fell short in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against the Avalanche. The 34-year-old allowed one goal in each period while suffering his second loss in the last three games. Hutton has produced a record of 12-10-4 to go along with a 3.18 goals-against average […]

Ty Buttrey To Throw Again Thursday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Ty Buttrey (side) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday and will throw another one on Saturday or Sunday and then again on Wednesday before getting into a spring training game in early March. Buttrey is dealing with an intercostal issue but has plenty of time to get […]

Aaron Gordon Notches Third Straight Double-Double

Orlando Magic small forward Aaron Gordon kept up his excellent February play in a 130-120 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Gordon picked up his third straight double-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, three triples, three blocks and a steal in 41 minutes. Over his last five games, the 24-year-old has […]

Corey Conners Is One of the World's Best Ball Strikers

 Like many players competing in the Honda Classic this week, the ability to get away from Poa Annua greens should be positive news for Corey Conners. The Canadian is a below-average putter on any surface, but he has shown an ability to succeed on Bermuda in the past, winning the Valero Texas Open on the […]

Can Byeong Hun An Find Solid Putting Week?

As has been the case far too often for Byeong Hun An, it feels as if he is just one solid putting week away from finding his first career PGA Tour title. The South Korean has played here at PGA National twice in his career, finishing inside the top-36 both times - including a fifth-place […]

Kendrick Nunn Scores 24 Points Against Minnesota

Miami Heat guard Kendrick Nunn shot nine of 19 in a loss to the Timberwolves on his way to 24 points along with six assists and two three-pointers. Nunn has been on a tear amid Miami's recent struggles, having scored at least 20 points with multiple three-pointers in three consecutive games. The scoring prowess doesn't […]

Chris Paddack Breezes Through Two Frames

San Diego Padres starter Chris Paddack was near-flawless in his spring debut, firing two innings of shutout ball Wednesday against the Cleveland Indians. Spare a leadoff double in the second frame, Paddack retired his remaining opponents, collecting three strikeouts. The 24-year-old is looking to build off a rookie campaign where he posted a 3.33 ERA, […]

Trae Young Scores 37 Points In Losing Effort

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young scored 37 points but shot just 10 of 27 from the field in a 130-120 loss to the Orlando Magic. Young recorded double-digit assists for the third straight game along with 13 makes from the free-throw line to help mask a poor shooting performance. He's been a top-five value in […]

Will Billy Horschel Be The Most Popular Selection In Florida?

While we don't believe Billy Horschel will end up being the most owned player on the DraftKings slate, it does seem likely that the former Florida Gator will generate over 15% ownership on the week. That level of popularity always worries us when it comes to a golfer that is just as likely to miss […]

Martin Perez Makes Red Sox Debut on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Martin Perez made his spring training debut and tossed two scoreless innings in Wednesday's 6-3 victory against the Pirates. The 28-year-old recorded three strikeouts, walked one batter and surrendered just one hit over the pair of innings of work in his debut, after signing a one-year deal with the Red […]

Bam Adebayo Posts A Double-Double Against Minnesota

Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo recorded his 34th double-double in a loss to the Timberwolves with 22 points and 10 rebounds, along with seven assists and two blocks. Adebayo was aggressive in this one, going to the line a career-high 15 times with 10 makes. He was a game-time call against Minnesota due to […]

Julio Teheran To Make A Start Next Week

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Julio Teheran (hamstring) was scratched from the spring game against the Dodgers due to left hamstring tightness, but he said the injury is minor and is expected to make his next start either Monday or Tuesday. An MRI exam came back clean and the Angels think it was more of […]