August
13,
2025
Since
returning
from
injury
earlier
this
year,
Xander
Schauffele
has
been
solid,
but
not
quite
the
dominant
force
we
saw
last
season.
He's
posted
three
top-10
finishes
in
14
starts,
and
after
trending
upward
late
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August 13, 2025
Since missing the cut at the U.S. Open, Shane Lowry has struggled, posting three straight finishes outside the top 40, including a T59 at last week's FedEx St. Jude Championship. He'll look to rebound at the BMW Championship, which returns to a renovated Caves Valley for the first time since 2021. The 7,600-yard, par-70 layout will emphasize approach play and distance. Lowry ranks 16th in total strokes gained, third on approach, and 136th in driving distance. He's also sixth in proximity from 175-200 yards, a range that could play a major role this week. Currently 23rd in the FedEx Cup standings, Lowry is safely in play for next week's Tour Championship. At $7,700 on DraftKings, he profiles as a reliable mid-range option due to his strong iron play.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
August 13, 2025
Si Woo Kim had missed three straight cuts heading into last week's FedEx St. Jude Championship, but he bounced back nicely with a T14 finish, gaining over eight strokes on approach. He'll look to carry that momentum into the BMW Championship, which returns to a renovated Caves Valley for the first time since 2021. The 7,600-yard, par-70 layout will put an emphasis on approach play and distance this week. Kim ranks 27th in total strokes gained, 31st in strokes gained on approach, and 142nd in driving distance. His short game is among the best on Tour, ranking 15th around the green, but his putting remains a weakness at 152nd. Sitting 41st in the FedEx Cup standings, Kim will need a 21st or better finish to have a chance to crack the top 30 and qualify for next week's Tour Championship. At $7,300 on DraftKings, Kim offers decent value, though his lack of distance could be a limiting factor.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
August 13, 2025
After five straight finishes of T8 or better, Matt Fitzpatrick came back down to Earth with a T32 at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. He'll look to get back near the top of the leaderboard at the BMW Championship, which returns to Caves Valley for the first time since 2021. The 7,600-yard, par-70 layout will put an emphasis on both approach play and distance this week. Fitzpatrick ranks 37th in total strokes gained, 84th in strokes gained on approach, and 85th in driving distance. He's a solid putter, ranking 26th, and also sits 17th in proximity on approach shots from over 200 yards. Currently 40th in the FedEx Cup standings, he'll need a strong showing to crack the top 30 required to advance to the Tour Championship. At $8,900 on DraftKings, it may be difficult to trust Fitzpatrick to pull off the feat.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
August 13, 2025
Patrick Cantlay finished T9 at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, marking his fourth top-10 finish of the year while gaining over six strokes on approach. He looks to carry that momentum into the BMW Championship, where he has previously won twice, including the last time it was held at Caves Valley in 2021. The course has been renovated into a 7,600-yard, par-70 layout, putting an emphasis on distance this week. Cantlay ranks eighth in strokes gained on approach, 10th in total strokes gained, and 81st in driving distance. He is also 21st in birdie-or-better percentage and 78th in putting. Sitting 19th in the FedEx Cup standings, he is comfortably inside the top 30 needed to qualify for next week's Tour Championship. Cantlay is a strong DFS option this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
August 13, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander
Brock Stewart (shoulder), the Dodgers' big deadline acquisition for the bullpen, has some shoulder inflammation. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes they caught it early, but he's going on the 15-day IL, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN.com reports. The Dodgers' bullpen continues to get hit with the injury bug, and Stewart will join
Brusdar Graterol (shoulder),
Michael Kopech (knee),
Evan Phillips (elbow),
Tanner Scott (elbow), and
Kirby Yates (back) on the injured list. Stewart had last appeared in Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. At this time, it seems unclear the level of severity of the shoulder injury, and that he will undergo further testing on Wednesday. Stewart has had a nice season thus far, with a 2.63 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and a 44/13 K/BB in 37 2/3 innings pitched.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: Alden González
August 13, 2025
The Tampa Bay Rays announced on Tuesday that they have placed infielder
Taylor Walls (groin) on the 10-day injured list and recalled outfielder
Tristan Peters from Triple-A Durham, Rays Communications reports. Walls had been day-to-day since injuring his groin last Friday, August 8, against the Seattle Mariners. Walls is a strong defensive player; however, he has struggled at the plate this season, slashing .220/.280/.319 with 36 runs scored, four home runs, 38 RBI, and four stolen bases. Additionally, his career slash line in his five MLB seasons is .195/.286/.298. Although this is tough news for the Rays team and their fans, Walls is not a recommended option in fantasy baseball and should remain on the waiver wire.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: Rays Communications
August
13,
2025
Kansas
City
Royals'
22-year-old
outfielder
Jac
Caglianone
(hamstring)
tallied
four
hits
in
Tuesday's
game
against
the
St.
Paul
Saints,
going
4-for-5
with
one
run
scored
and
one
RBI.
Caglianone
landed
on
the
injured
list
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August 13, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers young star
Jacob Misiorowski (tibia) is scheduled to throw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday and could begin a rehab assignment as soon as Friday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. Misiorowski injured his leg when
Seiya Suzuki hit a comebacker that struck Misiorowski's leg on July 28. He was diagnosed with a tibia contusion and appears to be heading in the right direction, and hasn't experienced any setbacks, as the swelling has gone down. Given his short stint on the IL, it appears likely he will require just one rehab start before joining the Brewers' rotation sometime next week. Misiorowski continues to be a must-start in all fantasy baseball formats, with his 2.70 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, and 36.7 percent strikeout rate. This minor setback should not limit his ceiling in any way.
--Nicho RoesslerSource: Adam McCalvy
August 13, 2025
Buffalo Bills running back
James Cook is officially back in the fold after signing a four-year contract extension with his team on Wednesday. Soon after the signing was announced, Buffalo GM Brandon Beane told reporters that he views Cook as a three-down back. Beane said, "We do feel he can take more, but we like to use our three options and keep him fresh." Cook often lost passing-down work to
Ty Johnson last season and only played on 48% of Buffalo's offensive snaps. It is unlikely that Buffalo installs Cook as their workhorse, as their running game was effective in 2024, but it would be a positive for fantasy managers if the Bills shifted some of the targets in the passing game onto Cook's plate. Either way, he sets up as a solid RB2 in fantasy with an RB1 ceiling if he starts catching more passes.
--Matt TerelleSource: Alex Brasky on Twitter
August 13, 2025
Boston Celtics center
Neemias Queta has a big season coming up, during which he's likely to take on a much bigger role than in previous years. He is focused on improving in 2025-26. "Obviously, I think it's making sure I get in great shape," the Portuguese big man said in an interview with CLNS Media's Bobby Manning. "Go out there and make elite decisions with the ball in my hands and making sure I get great finishes this year. I also want to raise up my free throw attempts this year." Queta added that he's also trying to improve his 62.7 career free-throw percentage and is "always" working on three-point shooting. Boston is expected to use Queta as its starting center in the new season, which will significantly increase his fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: CLNS Media Boston Sports Network
August 13, 2025
Boston Celtics guard
Anfernee Simons remains in limbo regarding his future. Sources have told Grant Afseth of FastbreakJournal.com that Boston is having trouble finding a trade partner for Simons' expiring $27.6 million contract. Simons signed a $100 million deal with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2022 and has been productive during the contract, but it appears he currently doesn't have enough trade value on the market. It's happened after a season in which Simons led Portland in scoring with 19.3 points per game and ranked second in assists with 3.8. According to Afseth, Simons "remains a trade candidate to monitor."
--Taavi PailkSource: Grant Afseth
August 13, 2025
Buffalo Bills running back
James Cook signed a four-year, $48 million contract extension on Wednesday. Cook had been holding-in throughout training camp but returned to practice on Tuesday as the two sides were apparently getting close to a deal. The contract extension has a $30 million guarantee and will keep Cook in Buffalo as their primary back for the near future. With Cook back in the fold, fantasy managers can confidently draft him as a solid RB2 heading into drafts later this summer. His return bumps
Ty Johnson and
Ray Davis back to reserve roles, although they should remain involved as Cook played on just 48% of the team's offensive snaps in 2024.
--Matt TerelleSource: Tom Pelissero on Twitter
August 13, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks guard
Cole Anthony wants to battle for the NBA championship in the upcoming campaign. "I look at it as a great opportunity to enter another team where they have a playoff pedigree and a championship pedigree," Anthony told Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. "They've won a 'chip there. I just want to get in there, contribute and do whatever I can for the team. I want to be a part of winning." Anthony is likely to have a decent role with the Bucks, whether as a starter or not, and should provide at least low-tier fantasy value. Over his career, he has averaged 12.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, despite only starting 125 of 320 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: Jason Beede
August 13, 2025
Center
Jesse Edwards will kick off the new campaign in Australia after agreeing to join Melbourne United of the NBL. The Dutch seven-footer made his NBA debut last season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, appearing in two games. He played 18 games in the G League with the Iowa Wolves, averaging 11.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per contest. At 25 years old, Edwards is still relatively young and might get another chance in the NBA in the future. However, that depends on how well he performs outside of North America.
--Taavi PailkSource: Melbourne United
August 13, 2025
Forward
Kessler Edwards has agreed to a deal with the Denver Nuggets. Per Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette, the 25-year-old signed an Exhibit 10 contract. Edwards, who was drafted in the second round in 2021, has already joined his fourth NBA team. In the past season, he featured in 40 games with the Dallas Mavericks, averaging 4.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 15.2 minutes. Edwards was able to improve his numbers to 7.7 points and 4.7 rebounds per game in 18 outings as a starter. His production isn't good enough to warrant attention from fantasy managers.
--Taavi PailkSource: Vinny Benedetto
August 13, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers catching prospect
Jeferson Quero went 2-for-3 with a home run during their contest against Triple-A Durham on Tuesday evening. This was Quero's first long ball since returning from the injured list on August 7. Since returning, the backstop has hit safely in all but one contest and held a 3:3 K:BB over this stretch. Before his injury, Quero held a .259/.333/.362 line with six doubles and just two home runs over his first 30 games of the Triple-A regular season. He missed part of the first half due to injury as well, but appears to be fully healthy. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the 22-year-old could be in the mix to join the Brewers for the stretch run. For now, the No. 65-ranked prospect in the sport on MLB.com should be left on the waiver wire. However, if he were to continue to hit for power, he would enter stash consideration.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Detroit Tigers infield prospect
Kevin McGonigle went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI during their contest on Tuesday evening against Double-A Chesapeake. This game snapped a six-game power drought for the budding star. Even though he did not go deep in his previous six games, he still held a strong .836 OPS over this stretch. Since joining Double-A Erie, the No. 6-ranked prospect in the sport on MLB.com has been nothing short of impressive, posting an elite .289/.384/.566 slash line with seven doubles, four home runs, and three stolen bases. McGonigle opened the regular season with High-A and held a .372/.462/.648 line across 36 games. The 30-year-old is quickly rising on prospect boards and is emerging as one of the game's top hitting prospects. He is on track to debut in the majors next season.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Boston Red Sox infield/outfield prospect
Kristian Campbell was able to snap his brief skid at Triple-A quickly. After riding an impressive 15-game hitting streak, the former top prospect went 0-for-9 across his next three games. After this short slump, Campbell bounced back in a big way, going 5-for-8 with a double and a home run over his last two contests. During his 15-game hitting streak, Campbell carried an elite .393/.469/.589 line with two doubles, three home runs, one stolen base, and a 12:7 K:BB. The Georgia Tech product opened the season with Boston but was sent back to the minor leagues after hitting a slump in May and June. However, given his strong play in the minor leagues and recent shift to first base, Campbell could find himself back in Boston soon. He is a top hitter to stash in all standard leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect
Dylan Beavers has continued to stay hot at the plate and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. Over his last 12 contests with the Norfolk Tides, the outfielder has posted a strong .313/.459/.667 slash line with two doubles and five home runs. During this impressive run, Beavers has held an 11:13 K:BB and even swiped two bags. After appearing in just nine Triple-A games last season, Beavers has taken a significant step forward this season and is on the verge of earning a call to the big leagues. In 91 total games at the top level of the Baltimore system, Beavers has posted an impressive .303/.419/.521 line with 14 doubles, 18 home runs, and 22 stolen bases. He should be viewed as a top hitter to stash in all leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect
Andrew Painter has had a rough stretch at Triple-A. In his last start on Sunday against Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the former first-round pick allowed nine hits and seven earned runs through 4 1/3 innings. In his previous outing on August 5, Painter also struggled serving up five runs with a 4:4 K:BB through four innings of work against Scranton as well. However, before this rough two-game skid, Painter held a solid 3.12 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP over his last three outings, which suggested he may have been nearing the final stages of his development. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his progress at Triple-A as the Phillies could look to promote him to strengthen their rotation during the final months of the season. While he has struggled recently, he is still a strong stash option in standard formats, given his high strikeout upside.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect
Bubba Chandler struggled in his recent outing at Triple-A. Facing Omaha, the top pitching prospect in Pittsburgh served up six hits and three runs across four innings of work. He allowed two free passes and struck out only three. This was a bit of a step back compared to his previous outing, where he also allowed three runs but struck out seven and served up just one walk. Over his last eight starts, Chandler has had very mixed results, holding an overall 4.42 ERA with a 1.63 WHIP. During these 38 2/3 innings, Chandler has tallied 42 strikeouts with 29 walks. Through 96 2/3 innings at Triple-A this season, Chandler has posted a modest 3.82 ERA and a 1.42 WIP. Given his inconsistency, fantasy managers should only consider stashing him in deeper 12+ team formats.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop prospect
J.J. Wetherholt went 2-for-5 with a home run against Triple-A Charlotte. The 22-year-old hit his seventh homer since being promoted to Triple-A Memphis on July 7, and is slashing .301/.394/.639 in 99 plate appearances during that time. Everything looks great under the hood for the Cardinals' top prospect. He has more walks than strikeouts, has stolen 16 bases across Double-A and Triple-A, and boasts a strong 50% hard-hit rate at Triple-A. He's been able to lift the ball for power, and he should be held in high esteem in dynasty leagues. There's a chance he gets called up when rosters expand, and he'd be worth picking up in most formats.
--Kyle McCarthySource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher
Cade Smith earned his fifth win of the season in Tuesday's 4-3 game against the Marlins. Smith came in to pitch the top of the eighth inning with the game tied, two outs, and a runner on first. He got the third out on a strikeout and stayed in to pitch the ninth inning with a one-run lead, posting a 1-2-3 inning with no strikeouts. The 26-year-old has split save opportunities and high-leverage situations with
Hunter Gaddis while
Emmanuel Clase is being investigated for sports betting. Smith has pitched well all season, collecting five wins, five saves, and 19 holds to go with a 2.68 ERA, a 1.10 WHIP, and a 12.41 K/9 rate in 53 2/3 innings of work. He should offer the most fantasy value out of the Guardians' bullpen down the stretch.
--Connelly DoanSource: MLB.com
August 13, 2025
Houston Astros infield prospect
Brice Matthews went 1-for-4 with a home run in a 4-3 win against Triple-A Salt Lake. Matthews was optioned to Triple-A on August 1 following the activation of Jeremy Peña. He struggled during his brief time in the majors despite clubbing three homers in 11 games. He struggled to make consistent contact with a giant 45 percent strikeout rate, and hit just .143. On the occasions he did make contact, he produced an impressive 26.3 percent barrel rate. He'll need to clean up the swing and miss woes to make the most out of his power, and it has been an issue for him in the minors as well. He likely won't be on fantasy radars for the near future.
--Kyle McCarthySource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher
Juan Morillo earned the first save of his big-league career in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Rangers. Morillo came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one and turned in a 1-2-3 performance with no strikeouts. The Diamondbacks' bullpen was plagued by injuries earlier in the season, and the team is now in fourth place in the National League West. Four different pitchers have seen save opportunities in the last seven days, including the 26-year-old. Morillo has a lackluster 4.76 ERA, a 1.66 WHIP, and an 8.89 K/9 rate in 28 1/3 innings of work. At this point, it seems like a true dart throw as to who may get the next save opportunity for the team, limiting the potential to find fantasy value.
--Connelly DoanSource: MLB.com
August 13, 2025
Texas Rangers relief pitcher
Chris Martin (calf) felt pain in his left calf while throwing a live bullpen on Tuesday and will pause his rehab ramp-up, per Dallas News' Shawn McFarland. Martin, who has been on the injured list since July 20, was progressing through regular bullpen sessions and training, but felt irritation when advancing to more strenuous activities. The 39-year-old was putting together a solid season before his injury, collecting 12 holds with a 2.36 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and a 25.7% strikeout rate in 34 1/3 innings pitched. Fantasy managers will have to wait for another update, although Martin was only offering fantasy value in saves-plus-holds leagues, given his role.
--Connelly DoanSource: Shawn McFarland - X.com
August 13, 2025
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect
Owen Caissie went 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI, and an additional run scored against Triple-A Worcester. Caissie belted his 22nd homer of the season and brings his season slash line to an impressive .292/.393/.573 and a 112:53 K:BB ratio in 400 plate appearances. The power numbers have been standout all season for the lefty slugger while also displaying a plus approach. There were talks of him potentially getting moved at the trade deadline, which would have opened up every day playing time for him, but it ultimately didn't happen. An injury would likely need to pop up for Caissie to get a shot at the majors this season. He'd make for a decent speculative add in 15-team formats in that case.
--Kyle McCarthySource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher
Aaron Nola (ankle, ribs) looked excellent in Tuesday's rehab start with Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Nola pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on four hits and no walks with 11 strikeouts over 84 pitches. The 32-year-old has made three rehab starts while recovering from ankle and rib injuries, compiling a 2.19 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts in 12 1/3 IP. This is encouraging for fantasy managers, as Nola had a poor 6.16 ERA, 1.51 WHIP, and 23.6% strikeout rate in nine starts with the Phillies before going on the injured list. It was reported last week that Nola may return to the Phillies after this rehab start, so fantasy managers should be on the lookout for more news.
--Connelly DoanSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Colorado Rockies shortstop prospect Ethan Holliday went 2-for-4 with a double and a strikeout in his pro debut Tuesday night with Low-A Fresno. The number four overall pick in the 2025 MLB draft batted second in the lineup and had a solid debut as the top prospect in the Rockies' system. He hit a grounder through the right side of the infield for his first hit after striking out in his first plate appearance. The 18-year-old has incredible raw power and posted ridiculous numbers during his senior year at Stillwater, with a .617 average and 1.309 slugging percentage with 16 homers in 32 games. He'll look to fly through the minor leagues like his brother
Jackson Holliday, and is a strong asset in dynasty leagues.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Thomas Harding
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