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Chandler Simpson Missing in Action Again Versus Miami
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson (thumb) is not in the team's starting lineup for Sunday's series finale in Miami against the Marlins, per MLB.com. Cedric Mullins is making another start in center field for the Rays and is batting fifth against Marlins right-hander Sergio Alcantara. Simpson injured his left thumb in Friday's series opener in Miami and will sit out for a second straight game. Fantasy managers should consider the speedster to be day-to-day and check back on his status to see if he's available to play in Monday's series opener against the division-rival Boston Red Sox. The 25-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder still has not homered since debuting in the big leagues last year, but his elite speed makes up for it for fantasy managers. Simpson had 44 thefts a year ago and is up to 14 steals through 60 games and 250 plate appearances in 2026 while also batting .276 (64-for-232) with four doubles, a league-leading four triples, 12 RBI, and 30 runs scored for the Rays.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Is Chase Briscoe Worth Rostering for DFS at Michigan?
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Chase Briscoe obtained a qualifying position of fifth for this week's Cup race at Michigan International Speedway, the FireKeepers Casino 400. It will be the second Michigan race in a row where Briscoe will start inside the top five in the Cup Series. In five Cup starts at Michigan, Briscoe's best finish is 11th, but he did lead 11 laps in last year's event at the site. After 14 races this year, Briscoe has six top-10 finishes and an average finish of 17.6. In practice, Briscoe ranked 24th in five consecutive lap averages. Due to a high starting position and slow practice speeds, Briscoe is difficult to consider for DFS formats outside of tournaments. Even then, other options offer more upside and better track history.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Jameer Nelson Promoted to Executive Vice President
The Philadelphia 76ers are promoting assistant general manager Jameer Nelson to be the team's executive vice president of basketball operations. Nelson will serve as the No. 2 to the Sixers' new team president, Mike Gansey. Elton Brand will not return as general manager in Philly and is currently in a new role within the organization. Brand has served as the Sixers' general manager since 2018. As for Nelson, he's quickly rising through roles within the organization. He joined the team as a scout and is now the second most important person in the front office. The shakeup in the front office could be a sign of change in the ways things are done in Philly.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
J.P. Crawford Still Sitting With Hand Injury on Sunday
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (hand) remains on the bench for Sunday's series finale in Motown versus the Detroit Tigers, according to MLB.com. Young infielder Colt Emerson will make another start at the 6 for the M's and will bat eighth against Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty. Crawford is missing a second straight game after he was hit by a pitch on his hand during the series opener against Detroit on Friday. X-rays came back negative on the 31-year-old's hand, but he's obviously still not ready to swing a bat against live pitching. Crawford has 10 home runs in his 193 at-bats, but that's where the good news ends for him in 2026. He's currently slashing just .228/.356/.409 with a .766 OPS, 23 RBI, 31 runs, and a stolen base in his 10th year in the league. Crawford is only rostered in 15% of Yahoo leagues and could begin to lose more playing time to the young infielders in Seattle the rest of the way. Emerson is the much more attractive long-term piece for fantasy managers.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Samuel Basallo Back Against Jays After Injury Scare
Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (abdomen) is doing the catching for right-hander Shane Baz and will bat fifth for Sunday's series finale in Toronto against the Blue Jays and right-hander Kevin Gausman, according to MLB.com. Basallo was pulled from Saturday's game at the Rogers Centre early with abdominal discomfort, but tests came back negative, and the 21-year-old backstop is back in action a day later. Adley Rutschman is serving as Baltimore's designated hitter for this contest. Basallo should be returned to starting lineups in traditional formats now that he's been cleared to play. In just his second season in the big leagues in 2026, the Dominican catcher is hitting .272/.337/.491 with an .828 OPS, nine home runs, nine doubles, a triple, 26 RBI, and 25 runs scored over 193 plate appearances and 53 games played. He has done most of his damage against righties, going 36-for-129 (.279) against them with eight of his nine home runs on the year.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Domantas Sabonis Could be Traded This Summer
Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis could be on the move this summer. The Kings were reportedly trying to trade Sabonis ahead of the trade deadline last season. They didn't get a deal done, and instead, Sabonis underwent season-ending surgery to repair a torn meniscus. Given the Kings' aging roster and cap situation, it's not shocking to see them attempting to move Sabonis again. The Kings have Maxime Raynaud, who earned second-team All-Rookie honors last season. Raynaud has shown the upside of being a starter and is under a cheaper rookie deal. Among the veterans on this roster, Sabonis will likely be the easiest to move. A move out of Sacramento might be best for his fantasy value with Raynaud waiting in the wings.
Source: basketnews.com
Source: basketnews.com
Daulton Varsho Still Out With Wrist Injury
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (wrist) remains out of the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles due to a wrist injury, per MLB.com. Myles Straw will make another start in center field and will bat ninth for Toronto against O's right-hander Shane Baz. Varsho injured his left wrist in Friday's contest at the Rogers Centre and will miss a second straight game with the injury. It remains to be seen if the 29-year-old's injury is serious enough to send him to the injured list. His next chance to return to the field will be for Monday's series opener at home against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies. Varsho provides great defense in center field for the Jays, but he's mostly been a disappointment at the plate so far in 2026, slashing .256/.331/.408 with a .738 OPS, five home runs, 17 RBI, 26 runs scored, and four stolen bases in 62 games across 236 plate appearances. He has also gone just 7-for-41 (.171) with two doubles, a triple, four runs, seven walks, and nine strikeouts in his last 14 games since May 22.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Is Ty Gibbs Worth Rostering at Michigan This Week for DFS?
Ty Gibbs of Joe Gibbs Racing will start in fourth after qualifying for this week's FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. This will mark the second time that Gibbs will start in the top five at the site. In four prior races at Michigan, Gibbs has four finishes of 11th or better, including two third-place finishes in his last two at the site. Through 14 races so far this season, Gibbs has one win, nine top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 13.2. In practice for this week's Cup race, Gibbs ranked 17th in five consecutive lap averages and 20th in 10 consecutive lap averages. Despite his underwhelming practice speeds, Michigan is one of Gibbs' best tracks historically, and he has some of the best equipment in the field. Although his starting position provides little upside, the No. 54 Toyota driver is worth consideration for tournament lineups based on overall track history and 2026 season-wide performance.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Brandon Lowe on the Bench Due to Knee Injury
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe (knee) is not in the starting lineup for the team's series finale on Sunday in Atlanta against the Braves, according to MLB.com. Nick Gonzales will start at the keystone and is hitting second against right-hander Bryce Elder. Lowe is out after fouling a ball off his right knee in the ninth inning of Saturday's game at Truist Park. Thankfully, a CT scan after the game ruled out a fractured kneecap, which is something he suffered to the same knee back in September of 2023. Even with an off day coming on Monday for Pittsburgh, fantasy managers shouldn't assume that Lowe will be back in the starting nine for Tuesday's game back in the Steel City against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers. The 31-year-old left-handed-hitting second baseman is hitting just .249 (57-for-229) in his first year in Pittsburgh, but he has contributed plenty of counting stats for fantasy managers, producing 15 home runs, 41 RBI, and 40 runs scored across his 59 games and 261 plate appearances in his first year with the Bucs.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
William Byron Will Start at the Rear at Michigan After Unapproved Adjustments
William Byron of Hendrick Motorsports obtained a starting position of ninth for the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. However, he will be starting from the rear of the field due to unapproved adjustments after addressing a mechanical issue with the charging system. In 11 Cup starts at Michigan, Byron has three top-10 finishes and an average finish of 16.4. With 14 races completed so far this year, Byron has seven top-10 finishes and an average finish of 16.5. In practice for this week's race, Byron displayed top-10 speeds in all categories, including first in 15 and 20 consecutive lap averages. While Byron has top-notch equipment that is easily capable of a top-10 finish, moving to the rear of the field makes Byron hard to recommend for DFS outside of tournament lineups.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Michael Harris II Still Out on Sunday With Back Injury
Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (back) remains out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to MLB.com. Mauricio Dubon will start in center field again and will bat in the two-hole for the series finale against Pirates left-handed opener Mason Montgomery at Truist Park. Harris is missing a second straight game after he was pulled from Friday's contest early due to back tightness. The 25-year-old's injury isn't considered serious, though, according to manager Walt Weiss, so he could be back in the team's starting lineup for the series opener against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday after a scheduled day off on Monday. Harris has been a must-start when he's active for fantasy managers this year, as he's currently slashing .303/.338/.516 with an .853 OPS, 13 home runs, 37 RBI, 30 runs scored, and three stolen bases across his 61 games played in 2026. Dubon is mostly known for his glove work all over the diamond, but the 31-year-old veteran has been clutch in his first year in Atlanta and could be a sneaky DFS sleeper for Sunday's slate in the two-hole.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Should DFS Managers Roster Bubba Wallace at Michigan?
Bubba Wallace of 23XI Racing is starting in 13th after qualifying for the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Wallace last qualified outside of the top 10 at Michigan in 2023, when he started in 11th. In 12 Cup starts at the site, Wallace has three top-10 finishes, including two inside the top five within the last four Cup events. In 14 Cup races this season, Wallace has six top-10 finishes and an average finish of 18.4. In practice for this week's race, Wallace ranked 15th in five consecutive lap averages and ninth in 10 consecutive lap averages. Wallace has top-10 capable equipment and is a solid DFS option who is playable in all formats, especially with his starting position being inside the top 15.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Rhett Lowder Activated and Starting on Sunday
The Cincinnati Reds announced that they activated right-hander Rhett Lowder (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list on Sunday and optioned right-hander Luis Mey to Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move. Lowder will make the start in Sunday's series finale against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since May 13 with discomfort in his right shoulder, but he has recovered and will rejoin Cincy's starting rotation for a tough matchup in St. Louis. Fantasy managers can't realistically expect Lowder to go very deep in Sunday's game after missing the last three weeks. In his lone minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, he got up to 70 pitches. The former seventh overall pick in 2023 out of Wake Forest University has gone 3-3 this year with a 5.40 ERA (3.78 FIP) and 1.41 WHIP with 27 strikeouts and 18 walks in 38 1/3 innings across his eight starts in just his second major-league season. Lowder is young with plenty of upside, but he's currently rostered in only 9% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Cincinnati Reds
Source: Cincinnati Reds
Is Joey Logano Worth Rostering In DFS Lineups for Michigan
Team Penske's Joey Logano will start in the 18th position for this week's race at Michigan International Speedway, the FireKeepers Casino 400. The last time that Logano started in this position for a Michigan Cup race was in 2021, when he started in 19th. In 29 Cup races at the site, Logano has three wins, 18 top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 13.3. After 14 Cup races so far this year, Logano has eight top-20 finishes and an average finish of 20.8. In practice for Sunday's Cup race, Logano ranked 14th in five consecutive lap averages and 15th in 10 consecutive lap averages. Based on his equipment and starting position, Logano has decent top-15 upside, making him a capable play in all DFS formats.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Bubba Chandler to Pitch in Bulk Relief on Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mason Montgomery will presumably serve as the opener in front of right-hander Bubba Chandler for Sunday's series finale against the Atlanta Braves, according to Pirates insider Jason Mackey. It's the first time this year that Chandler won't be used as a traditional starter. The 23-year-old has been inconsistent this year and has lacked length in his outings, going 2-6 for the Bucs with a 5.05 ERA (5.05 FIP) and 1.53 WHIP with 55 strikeouts and a league-high 38 walks in 57 innings pitched. Chandler hasn't gone more than five innings in one of his starts since back on April 17 against the Tampa Bay Rays. He has only given fantasy managers one quality start so far in 2026 in his 12 starts, and he won't be eligible for one on Sunday as he works as the bulk reliever. Chandler is still worth holding in most fantasy leagues for his strikeout upside, but the youngster just hasn't been consistent enough to trust in this matchup against the first-place Braves.
Source: Jason Mackey
Source: Jason Mackey
Daniel Suarez Might Have Tournament Appeal for Michigan DFS Lineups
Daniel Suarez will start 11th after qualifying for the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway. This is the highest starting position for Suarez at the site in a Cup race since 2019. In 13 Cup races in his career at Michigan, Suarez has four top-10 finishes and an average finish of 18.2. Through the first 14 races this season, Suarez has one win, four top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 14.3. In practice for this week's race, Suarez ranked 13th in five consecutive lap averages and fifth in overall lap averages. With his starting position being close to the top 10, Suarez does not carry much upside for DFS. However, the No. 7 Chevrolet driver does showcase enough speed and favorable history to justify starting in tournaments, especially as he could be a sneaky top-10 option.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Rico Garcia Becoming a Priority Target for Saves?
Baltimore Orioles reliever Rico Garcia continues to build waiver wire value as a late-inning option. The right-hander earned his fourth save Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox, closing out a 4-2 win with two strikeouts. Garcia has been excellent this season, posting a 0.68 ERA, 0.61 WHIP, and a 30:1 K:BB with nine holds across 26 1/3 innings. Garcia's fantasy value is tied directly to saves, but the ratios and strikeout production make the profile even more useful. He has handled ninth-inning work while Ryan Helsley (elbow) remains sidelined, giving fantasy managers a clear reason to act. Rostered in 35% of Yahoo leagues, Garcia should be treated as a priority pickup wherever he is still on the waiver wire, especially for managers chasing saves.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Jonah Coleman the Most Valuable Broncos Running Back in Dynasty Leagues?
Early on in the pre-draft process, Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman was in conversation to become the second running back selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. In falling to Denver in the fourth round, he ultimately became the fourth back off the board, and while the draft capital may be difficult to get overly excited about, the landing spot could prove to be an ideal fit for his well-rounded skill set. Coleman is a proven pass-catcher in a Sean Payton offense that is at its best when involving its backs as receivers. The Broncos spent a 2025 second-round pick on RJ Harvey, but his efficiency metrics were underwhelming across the board as a rookie, while Coleman forced missed tackles at the highest rate of all backs in the incoming rookie class. Veteran J.K. Dobbins could hold onto lead-back duties to enter the year, as he did until a Lisfranc tear ended his 2025 season, but no stranger to injuries, he has now missed 53 of a potential 85 games over the past five seasons. While a slow start to his rookie season would not be unexpected, Coleman could eventually take over as the most fantasy-relevant running back in Denver, and at RotoBaller's rookie RB3, he is one of the higher upside picks in the second round of dynasty rookie drafts.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
William Carrier Suffers Upper-Body Injury in Game 3 Versus Golden Knights
Carolina Hurricanes left wing William Carrier (upper body) was limited to 6:51 of ice time in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime defeat against the Vegas Golden Knights. He left the contest in the second period due to an upper-body injury. Carrier is a huge physical presence in the Hurricanes' lineup, averaging 4.9 hits per game in the playoffs. He has chipped in with four assists in 16 games on the offensive end. If Carrier isn't healthy enough to play in Game 4 on Tuesday night, Reilly Smith and Brandon Saad are options to take his place in the lineup.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Will Darius Slayton Be Phased Out of New-Look Giants Offense?
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is slated to miss the entirety of the team's spring offseason program after undergoing surgery for a core-muscle injury in late April, but he is expected back for the start of training camp in what will likely be late July. When he does return to practice, the receiver room will look much different than the one he last occupied, with the Giants spending a 2026 third-round pick on Malachi Fields before doling out low-money contracts to Odell Beckham Jr., JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Braxton Berrios, to go along with the earlier free agent signings of Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin III. While the depth chart could shake out in any number of ways, none of them particularly attractive for fantasy, the biggest question mark pertaining to the Giants receiver room is the health of 2024 first-round pick Malik Nabers, who continues to work his way back from the complicated knee injury that ended his sophomore campaign. With Nabers shelved for most of the year, Slayton finished second on the team with 538 receiving yards, but even with the Giants' leading receiver, Wan'Dale Robinson, departing in free agency, the situation has become far less conducive to fantasy success for the 29-year-old veteran. After a WR64 finish in 2025, Slayton has fallen to RotoBaller's dynasty WR136.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Sebastian Aho Records Two Assists in Losing Effort
Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho posted two assists in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Aho assisted Taylor Hall at even strength and Andrei Svechnikov on the power play as Carolina erased a four-goal deficit in the third period. While Aho has been quiet in the postseason, he does have three assists in three games against Vegas. Saturday marked only his second multi-point performance of these playoffs. The Finnish star has registered 10 points (four goals, six assists) in 16 postseason outings. In Game 4, he will look to log his first three-game-point streak of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Zack Gelof a Top Pickup for Power-Speed Upside?
Athletics infielder Zack Gelof has played his way back into fantasy relevance after opening the season at Triple-A Las Vegas. Before his April 10 recall, the 26-year-old hit .366/.519/.732 with four home runs in 11 games. He has continued to provide useful category production in the majors, hitting .265 with six home runs, 21 RBI, six stolen bases, and a .743 OPS across 155 at-bats. Gelof still carries some swing-and-miss risk, but his power-speed blend makes him one of the more interesting low-rostered infielders on the waiver wire. The current MLB production is backed by his hot start at Triple-A, giving fantasy managers a reason to buy into the upside. Rostered in 20% of Yahoo leagues, Gelof is a strong pickup for managers looking to add infield help with power, speed, and room for more production.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Alex Lange Earns Third Save, Quickly Entering Must-Roster Status
Kansas City Royals reliever Alex Lange worked a scoreless ninth inning Saturday to close out a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins. He allowed one hit and struck out three while recording his third save of the season. Lange now owns a 4.03 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 31 strikeouts, 15 walks, three saves, and one hold across 29 innings. The overall numbers are not spotless, but the recent usage is what matters for fantasy managers. Lange has converted three straight saves with Lucas Erceg struggling, and he has allowed a run in just one of his last 12 outings. During that stretch, he has posted a 0.75 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 11:3 K:BB across 12 innings. Rostered in only 7% of Yahoo leagues, Lange should be treated as a priority waiver wire pickup for managers chasing saves.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Grant Taylor Tallies Second Save, Seeing Closer Value Continue to Increase
Chicago White Sox reliever Grant Taylor struck out the side in a perfect ninth inning Saturday to finish off a 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. The 24-year-old needed just 14 pitches to earn his second save of the season. Taylor now owns a 1.93 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 50 strikeouts, nine walks, two saves, and four holds across 32 2/3 innings and 25 appearances. Taylor's waiver wire value is climbing because Chicago trusted him with the ninth inning after Seranthony Dominguez handled the eighth. That usage matters for fantasy managers chasing saves, especially with Taylor backing it up with a 50:9 K:BB and strong ratios. Rostered in only 14% of Yahoo leagues, Taylor should be treated as a priority pickup while his late-inning role continues to grow.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Can Keaton Mitchell Carve Out a Large Enough Role for a Fantasy Breakout?
Los Angeles Chargers running back Keaton Mitchell brought energy and excitement to the field throughout his three-year stint with the Ravens, but injuries and a 191-pound frame have limited him to only 144 total opportunities across those three seasons. Regularly showcasing his game-breaking speed, he averaged a whopping 6.8 yards per touch on that minimal workload, and in agreeing to terms on a two-year deal with the Chargers, he lands with an offensive coordinator in Mike McDaniel who arguably values speed more than any playcaller in the league. Mitchell is expected to serve primarily as a change-of-pace back behind 2025 first-round pick Omarion Hampton, so he won't see the type of volume that allowed McDaniel to turn past speedsters De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert into Pro Bowlers, but in an offense known for creating space for its playmakers, a career year is very much in the cards. At only 24 years old, Mitchell is RotoBaller's RB80, but now, almost 30 months removed from the ACL tear that ended his rookie season and cost him the majority of his sophomore campaign, he is an easy player to get excited about and a low-cost breakout candidate, particularly in best ball formats.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jordan Staal Scores in Third Consecutive Game
Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal continued his impressive start to the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals with another goal in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. He bagged Carolina's third goal as the team tied the game from a 4-0 deficit in the third period. Staal joined Brad Marchand as the second player aged 37 or older to open the Stanley Cup Finals with a three-game goal streak. On Saturday night, Staal also recorded a power-play assist, giving him four points through the first three games of the Finals. The Hurricanes captain has contributed five goals and four assists in 16 games during the playoffs, averaging 4.8 hits.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Shea Theodore Caps Multi-Point Effort With Game-Winning Goal Saturday
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore netted the game-winning goal in Saturday's 5-4 double-overtime victory against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals. He also notched an assist as Vegas grabbed a 2-1 series lead. Theodore scored via a lucky bounce off the board and the skate of Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi 5:38 into the second overtime, becoming the seventh defenseman in NHL history to register multiple overtime goals in a single postseason. In an extraordinary contest, which featured a four-goal comeback by the Hurricanes in the third period, Theodore led all skaters with 39:09 of ice time. This was Theodore's second multi-point effort in the Finals after he had a goal and two assists in Game 1. He has recorded 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in 19 postseason appearances.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Kayshon Boutte Will Attend Mandatory Minicamp
After missing the voluntary portion of organized team activities, New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte told local news station WBZ that he plans to attend the team's mandatory minicamp practices that begin on Tuesday. Leading up to the trade that landed three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown in New England, the Patriots made public their willingness to trade away the fourth-year receiver out of LSU, and in recent weeks, Boutte has expressed a similar interest. A favorite downfield target of MVP runner-up Drake Maye, Boutte led all Patriots wide receivers with six touchdown grabs in 2025 while topping 550 receiving yards for the second straight season, but with the arrivals of Brown and free agent acquisition Romeo Doubs, he faces a diminished role in 2026. Once viewed as a first-round talent before injuries and off-field concerns dropped him to the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Boutte is a dynasty hold who is still fully capable of carving out a fantasy-friendly role. A natural deep ball tracker, he can provide necessary depth, particularly in best ball formats, depending on where he ultimately plays out the final year of his rookie contract before potentially reaching free agency in 2027.
Source: Dan Roche - WBZ
Source: Dan Roche - WBZ
Denny Hamlin Puts DFS Managers in Tough Spot for Michigan
Denny Hamlin won the pole for this weekend's FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, but due to damage to his car's underbody during practice, Hamlin will have to start the race from the rear of the field on Sunday. This puts DFS players in a very interesting spot. Hamlin is the defending winner at Michigan and has finished sixth or better in seven of the last eight races at this track. Additionally, the No. 11 Toyota has been the fastest car on intermediate tracks this season, so there's no doubt that Hamlin could win this race this weekend. But with him having to go to the rear at the start, that limits Denny's dominator upside, which is a big deal considering he is the highest-priced driver on the slate. More DFS players than usual are going to stay away from Hamlin on Sunday, so this may be the time to go overweight on him in tournaments.
Source: Beyond The Flag
Source: Beyond The Flag
Can Chase Elliott Get Back to His Old Ways at Michigan?
Chase Elliott used to be the man at Michigan International Speedway. In his first three starts in the Irish Hills, the Hendrick Motorsports driver finished second each time, and over his first 11 starts overall, he walked away with a finish of ninth or better 10 times. Since then, though? It's been a tough road for Chase Elliott, though. Ever since the Next Gen car was introduced in 2022, Elliott hasn't finished better than 11th at Michigan, and that includes two 15th-place finishes here over the last two seasons. However, he led 19 and 29 laps in those two races, so it's not like Chase isn't getting to the front. The No. 9 Chevrolet has shown good speed on intermediate tracks this year and is a very affordable DFS option at just $9,300 on DraftKings. Elliott is a solid tournament DFS play this weekend.
Source: ifantasyrace
Source: ifantasyrace
