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Kamaru Usman Gets Dominated At UFC Oklahoma
Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman suffered a unanimous decision loss to former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis in the main event of UFC Oklahoma on Saturday. Usman couldn't really get going as he was outstruck and got rocked time and time again. To his credit, Usman showed just how tough and durable he is, absorbing the shots and refusing to give in. In 25 minutes of action, Usman landed 92 significant strikes. With the loss, Usman dropped to 21-5 as a pro and is now 16-4 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Jack Wenninger a Potential Stash Option in the Second Half
New York Mets pitching prospect Jack Wenninger could make his major league debut in the second half, especially if the Mets deal one of their rotation pieces before the trade deadline. The Mets' fourth-ranked prospect has shown flashes of dominance at times this season at Triple-A Syracuse, most notably in the early going when he posted a 1.08 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, and struck out 38 batters in the first 33 1/3 innings pitched this year. Overall, the right-hander owns a 3.50 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and a 9.6 percent K-BB%, so some shine has come off his stash status for fantasy, and a 5.28 FIP suggests the results could have been even worse. However, if the 6-foot-4 hurler can return to his early-season form, he could certainly be useful for fantasy. The 24-year-old hasn't pitched since before the All-Star break, so his arm should be fresh for the second half. If he starts dealing coming out of the break, he could become a worthy stash option in very deep and NL-only leagues.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Kyle Monangai's Dynasty Stock Surging Ahead of 2026
A seventh-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai recorded 947 scrimmage yards and five touchdowns on 187 touches across 17 games as a rookie. Monangai entered the season firmly behind veteran Bears back D'Andre Swift on the depth chart, but Monangai worked his way into a more even playing time split by the end of the season. From Week 12 through the end of the regular season, neither Bears running back played more than 59% or fewer than 41% of the team's offensive snaps. In 2026, both backs will likely play significant roles in what should be a very strong Bears running game. However, Swift will be a free agent at season's end and may not be in Chicago's long-term plans. Given his production as a rookie and his pathway to RB1 duties in Chicago, Monangai profiles as a clear dynasty buy ahead of 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tanner Scott's Waiver Appeal Could be Coming to an End Soon
Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed reliever Tanner Scott has bounced back nicely in 2026 in his second year with the club after a disastrous first season in which he had a 4.74 ERA and 1.26 WHIP with 60 strikeouts and 18 walks in 57 regular-season innings on his way to 23 saves for the Dodgers. Scott has gone 1-3 this year, but he's been much better with a 2.50 ERA (2.29 FIP), 0.76 WHIP, 14 saves, 51 strikeouts, and only five walks in 39 2/3 innings pitched out of the bullpen. Although he's still only rostered in 54% of Yahoo leagues, he's been a nice pickup for those who scooped him up after Edwin Diaz (elbow) landed on the injured list early on. Since June 11, Scott has allowed just three earned runs with two walks, 19 strikeouts, eight saves, one blown save, and a hold for L.A. He should continue to be a valuable late-inning option for the Dodgers the rest of the way, but with Diaz nearing a return from elbow surgery, save opportunities for Scott figure to dry up sooner rather than later. There's still value to be had from Scott's career-best 34.7% strikeout rate, and more holds should be coming his way.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Christian Leroy Duncan Shines At UFC Oklahoma
Christian Leroy Duncan extended his win streak by defeating former middleweight title challenger Jared Cannonier in the co-main event of UFC Oklahoma on Saturday. Duncan was on point the whole fight, especially his striking, as he hurt Cannonier on a few occasions and even managed to knock him down. In 15 minutes of action, Duncan landed a takedown and 68 significant strikes, compared to Cannonier, who only landed 15. With the win, Duncan improved to 15-2 as a pro and is now 8-2 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Skyler Bell a Late-Round Redraft Sleeper to Target Entering 2026
Buffalo Bills rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell was one of the most productive pass-catchers in college football in 2025, recording 101 catches for 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns across 13 games at the University of Connecticut. After being drafted in the fourth round this past April by Buffalo, Bell has a chance to emerge as an immediate contributor in the NFL. The Bills added veteran wideout DJ Moore over the offseason to a wide receiver corps that also features Khalil Shakir, Joshua Palmer, and Keon Coleman. However, Buffalo has been searching for high-impact wide receiver talent for the last several seasons. If Bell proves that he can be a difference-maker with a strong showing this summer, the Bills' incumbent wide receiver options will not hold him back from seeing the field. As the WR106 by current redraft ADP, Bell is a late-round sleeper for fantasy managers to target entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jared Cannonier Drops Decision At UFC Oklahoma
Former middleweight title challenger Jared Cannonier suffered a unanimous decision loss to Christian Leroy Duncan in the co-main event of UFC Oklahoma on Saturday. Although Cannonier had his moments, he got outstruck for three rounds as Duncan put on a show. Cannonier got rocked a few times and even got dropped, but he managed to survive. In 15 minutes of action, Cannonier landed five takedowns and only 15 significant strikes. It will be interesting to see where Cannonier goes from here as he's now 1-4 in his last five fights.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Josh Bell an Under-the-Radar Power Threat in Deeper Leagues
Minnesota Twins veteran first baseman Josh Bell has cooled off a bit since homering four times in a five-game stretch at the end of June and beginning of July, but he can still be a useful power bat for fantasy managers in deeper leagues. Overall, the 33-year-old left-handed slugger has hit .249/.307/.424 with a .731 OPS, 13 home runs, 60 RBI, 48 runs scored, and a stolen base in 97 games across 387 plate appearances in 2026 in his 11th year in the league and first with Minnesota. He hasn't homered since a two-homer game on the Fourth of July against the New York Yankees, but Bell is still batting .280 (14-for-50) with an .897 OPS, three home runs, four doubles, six RBI, and six runs scored in 13 games and 56 plate appearances so far in July. Bell doesn't strike out a ton (21.7%) and only 18.9% in his career, but he's also walking at a career-low 7.5% clip, which hasn't made him much of a fantasy asset for much else besides some moderate power and run production. The left-handed slugger is currently rostered in just 23% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jacob Melton a Top Stash Option for Stolen Base Potential
Tampa Bay Rays outfield prospect Jacob Melton has been good since coming off the injured list in mid-June, hitting .341 with four doubles, three home runs, and three steals in 12 games since being reactivated. That includes his latest four-game stretch in which the former second-round draft pick went just 2-for-13, but still managed to get on base four other times via walk compared to just three strikeouts over that same period. For the season, the 6-foot-2 slugger is slashing .275/.383/.514 with four home runs and 20 steals in 32 games at Durham. The left-handed hitter debuted with Houston last season, and although he hit just .157, he was still able to swipe seven bags thanks to his 90th percentile sprint speed. A 32.1 percent strikeout rate at Triple-A this season doesn't bode well for hitting for high average in the big leagues, but his speed should be an asset, especially in fantasy. For managers scouring the wire for steals, Melton is a worthy stash ahead of an eventual recall to the Rays.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Darnell Washington Unlikely to Be a Major Fantasy Factor After a Career Year
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington enjoyed the first top 40 fantasy finish of his young career in 2025, but with changes coming to the Steelers offense ahead of his fourth season, his TE38 result could prove to be a high-water mark. After operating with an extra tight end on the field at one of the league's highest rates in 2025, the Steelers have moved on from offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, with new head coach Mike McCarthy set to call plays and expected to heavily utilize three-receiver sets as he has throughout his career. Pittsburgh traded for two-time 1,000-yard receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and spent a second-round pick on Alabama's Germie Bernard, further suggesting a move away from the 2025 offense that ran primarily through its tight ends and running backs. Veteran Jonnu Smith, who led all Steelers tight ends with 57 targets in 2025, remains unsigned, but with Pittsburgh's offseason moves hinting at a de-emphasis on the position, those vacated looks are more likely to be spread among the new wide receivers. With sixth-year veteran Pat Freiermuth the more likely option to be regularly mixed into the passing offense, Washington is not a player drafters will need to target in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chase Hooper Gets Back In The Win Column
Chase Hooper returned to the win column by beating Mitch Ramirez via first-round submission on the main card of UFC Oklahoma on Saturday. Hooper almost immediately shot for a takedown, but Ramirez managed briefly to get up. Hooper then dragged Ramirez down again and started working for the rear-naked choke. Ramirez got caught in a rear-naked choke, couldn't find a way out and was forced to tap out. In 2:15 of action, Hooper landed three significant strikes. This was a much-needed win for Hooper, who was on a two-fight skid.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Tyler Stephenson Heating Up in July, Hits Two Homers Against Rockies
Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson took advantage of the thin air in Denver in Sunday's series finale in the team's 9-6 win over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field to go 3-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, a double, and three RBI to boost his season average to .247 and his OPS to .721. Stephenson is now hitting .247/.325/.396 on the season with a .720 OPS, eight home runs, 27 RBI, and 20 runs scored in 75 games played and 265 plate appearances in his seventh year in the majors with the Reds. He has missed more time with injury in 2026 but has been heating up in July, going 13-for-35 (.371) with two home runs, two doubles, three RBI, and three runs scored in just 10 games and 36 plate appearances. Since the start of June, Stephenson has hit .319 (30-for-94) with an .866 OPS, four homers, five doubles, 10 RBI, and nine runs scored in 29 games across 101 plate appearances. When healthy, the 29-year-old starting catcher can provide above-average power at the weak catching position at a hitter-friendly home ballpark.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Le'Veon Bell Arrested in Canton
Former NFL running back Le'Veon Bell, who spent his most productive seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, has been jailed in Canton, Ohio, in what has been described as a "courtesy hold for another agency." Bell was taken into custody as part of an arrest warrant issued in the state of Michigan, and while details of that warrant have not been released, he is reportedly being held in the Stark County, Ohio jail. Now 34 years old, Bell last played in the NFL in 2021 for the Baltimore Ravens and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, handling a total of 39 carries across eight total games.
Source: Mike Florio - Pro Football Talk
Source: Mike Florio - Pro Football Talk
River Ryan Still Worth Stashing Amid Stint on Injured List?
Los Angeles Dodgers pitching prospect River Ryan (hamstring) has been sidelined since late June with a hamstring injury and is still without a clear return timetable. The Dodgers have stated that they don't believe it is a serious injury, but appear to be taking it very slow with their top-ranked pitching prospect. Right now, the Dodgers aren't in need of an arm, and Blake Snell is nearing a return from the injured list, so there is no need to rush Ryan along. The team would want to make sure he's healthy for more meaningful games, potentially in August and September, not to mention the right-hander missed all of 2025 recovering from Tommy John, so they likely wanted to limit his workload anyway. The 27-year-old debuted with the team back in 2024 with good results, and was poised for another promotion before the hamstring injury, pitching to a 2.81 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 24.6 percent K-BB% over his first seven starts before an eight-run meltdown in his final start prior to hitting the IL. Once he makes a return to the mound and shows he's back to early-season form, the right-hander could become a stash candidate for fantasy again, but for now, there's no need to stash him.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Austin Riley Could be Breaking Out of his Funk After Two-Homer Game
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley has been a big disappointment so far in 2026, but he has shown a bit more power so far in July, and he went 3-for-4 at the plate with two home runs, four RBI, and a strikeout in Sunday's 8-5 win over the visiting Texas Rangers. The 29-year-old right-handed slugger is still hitting just .217/.296/.361 with a .657 OPS, 12 home runs, 47 RBI, 43 runs scored, and six stolen bases in his 355 at-bats on the season after the big performance, which shows you just how much he has struggled in his eighth year in the big leagues. The big game on Sunday was Riley's second multi-homer game of the year and the 10th of his career. He has now homered three times in his last three games, and Riley is batting .273 (15-for-55) with four home runs, a double, 10 RBI, 10 runs scored, and two stolen bases in 15 games and 62 plate appearances in July. It's been nice to see Riley pick things up a bit so far this month, but we'd caution fantasy managers looking to buy low on him since he's sitting with an expected batting average of .209 and an xwOBA of .298 (wOBA of .293).
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Rome Odunze Will Soon Get the Opportunity to Test His Structurally Altered Foot
Injuries derailed what looked to be a promising sophomore season for Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze, but when Bears veterans gather for training camp on July 28, he'll be presented with the season's first opportunity to test his bothersome left foot in a padded practice setting. Odunze suffered a stress fracture in the foot that kept him out of the final five games of the regular season, but he elected not to have offseason surgery, opting instead for what he has called the "new normal" of a calloused and slightly shifted foot structure. Through the first four weeks of the 2025 season, Odunze was the fantasy WR3 before the foot first became an issue, but with him slowed later in the year, rookies Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland stepped into prominent roles that leave Chicago's target pecking order somewhat unsettled heading into 2026. RotoBaller ranks Odunze as the WR33, a full 12 positional spots behind Burden, but it should surprise nobody if he's able to pick up where he started last season and command the top pass-catching spot in what projects to be an ascending Chicago offense.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Mitch Ramirez Still Winless In The UFC
Mitch Ramirez is still winless in the UFC after Chase Hooper submitted him in the first round on the main card of UFC Oklahoma on Saturday. Ramirez almost didn't have any time to get going, as Hooper landed a takedown and quickly finished Ramirez via rear-naked choke. Ramirez now may be in danger of getting released by the UFC after going 0-3. In 2:15 of action, Ramirez landed only a single significant strike. With the loss, Ramirez has dropped to 8-3 as a pro and is now 0-3 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Isiah Pacheco a Flex-Worthy Back with Immense Insurance Upside
When Detroit Lions veterans gather for training camp on July 28, free agent acquisition Isiah Pacheco will have his first opportunity to prove that the Lions still possess the top running back tandem in the league. Expectations are through the roof for three-time Pro Bowler Jahmyr Gibbs following the offseason trade that sent David Montgomery to the Texans, but having already handled 337 opportunities in 2025, it's unrealistic to think he'll absorb the bulk of Montgomery's 182 vacated touches, and so in factors Pacheco. After racking up more than 2,100 yards and 14 touchdowns across his first two years with the Chiefs, Pacheco has dealt with injuries over the past two seasons that have seen his efficiency plummet and limited him to only 952 total yards. In Detroit, he won't be asked to carry the load, but the opportunities he does see could be of the high-value variety, with the Lions again projected to have one of the highest-scoring offenses in the league and Montgomery averaging 16 carries from within the five-yard line over his three seasons with the team. At RotoBaller's WR43, Pacheco holds enough standalone value to make him worthy of selection at the end of 2026 drafts, but his true value comes through the insurance he provides as a back capable of handling an every-down role in a worst-case injury scenario.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Drake Baldwin Stays Hot in July With Two Homers, Five Hits on Sunday
Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin is one of the hottest hitters in baseball in the month of July, and that continued on Sunday in the team's 8-5 win over the visiting Texas Rangers at Truist Park. Baldwin went 5-for-5 at the plate with two home runs and three RBI as the leadoff hitter to boost his season average to .276 and his OPS to .843. The 25-year-old left-handed-hitting backstop is now hitting .368 (21-for-57) with a 1.050 OPS, four home runs, 15 RBI, 12 runs scored, and a stolen base in 15 games in July to raise his season slash line to .276/.362/.481. Baldwin has also homered three times in his last three games. It has been nice to see for the Braves and fantasy managers alike after Baldwin struggled to a .063/.100/.125 slash line, one homer, an RBI, three runs scored, one walk, and 22 strikeouts in 12 games in June after returning from a stint on the injured list. His two-homer game on Sunday against Texas was the second multi-homer game of his career, and it was also the first time in his career with at least four hits. It's safe to say Baldwin is now back in the flow offensively, and he could be a difference-maker in fantasy leagues in the second half.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
George Klassen Firmly on Stash Radar After 11-Punchout Effort
Los Angeles Angels pitching prospect George Klassen turned in his best outing of the season on Sunday, punching out 11 of the 23 batters he faced over six innings, yielding just one earned run on two hits and three walks. It comes on the heels of arguably his worst outing of the season, in which he allowed four earned runs on six hits and three walks over 4 1/3 innings of work while failing to strike out a single batter. The up-and-down season has led to a mediocre 4.25 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, and an 8.5 percent K-BB%, but an 11-strikeout performance should put him back on the stash radar for fantasy. If the Angels' fourth-ranked prospect can string together a couple of good performances, he could be back in the big leagues by mid-August, so it's worth monitoring his progress from here.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Nolan McLean Dominates the Phillies on Sunday
New York Mets right-hander Nolan McLean had a dominant performance over the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies in Sunday's 6-1 victory on the road at Citizens Bank Park, throwing six shutout innings with only two hits allowed, two walks, and a season-high 10 strikeouts to pick up his seventh victory of the 2026 season and drop his ERA to 3.34 on the year. The 24-year-old is now 7-6 on the season with a 1.09 WHIP, 135 strikeouts, and 41 walks in 113 1/3 innings pitched across his 20 starts in his first full MLB season after he went 5-1 with a 2.06 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 57:16 K:BB in 48 innings over his first eight starts last year. Since surrendering six earned runs to the Chicago Cubs on June 24, McLean has righted the ship, going 3-1 with a 0.75 ERA (1.81 FIP), seven walks, and 29 strikeouts in his last 24 innings pitched over his last four starts. The former third-rounder in 2023 out of Oklahoma State University will have a tough challenge to keep his strong run of form going in his next scheduled outing versus the Los Angeles Dodgers this weekend. He pitched well in his first meeting with L.A. on April 14, though, allowing just one earned run with two walks and eight strikeouts in seven innings for a no-decision.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ryan Flournoy Remains Buried on One of the League's Top-Heaviest Depth Charts
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy recorded almost 500 receiving yards as a second-year player in 2025, but with nearly half that total coming in two games, he has yet to prove he can be consistently relied upon for fantasy purposes. Unsurprisingly, Flournoy's first blowup game came in Week 5 while five-time Pro Bowler CeeDee Lamb was sidelined with a high ankle sprain, and his second came in a 74-point shootout with the Lions that Lamb exited early with a concussion. Capable of flashing in an expanded role, Flournoy remained a non-factor throughout the majority of the season, averaging only two catches for 19 yards across his remaining 13 games despite being a regular fixture on the field. The Cowboys deployed three-receiver sets at one of the league's highest rates in 2025, but when the other two receivers are Lamb and first-time Pro Bowler George Pickens, opportunities will be limited, helping to explain Flournoy's single-digit target share. The former sixth-round pick out of Southeast Missouri State remains a worthwhile selection late in best ball drafts, but in lineup leagues, RotoBaller's WR63 is likely to be found on waivers should an extended injury to one of the team's top pass-catchers clear the way for a more involved role.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Tosses Complete Game Against Yankees
In the first game of Sunday's doubleheader in the Bronx against the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto saved the team's bullpen. Yamamoto went the full nine innings in the 8-2 victory, allowing two earned runs on four hits (one homer) while walking none and striking out seven to win his 10th game of the season. He threw 69 of his 102 pitches for strikes in what was the first regular-season complete game of his career. The 27-year-old bounced back nicely after he allowed a season-high six runs to the division-rival Arizona Diamondbacks on July 11 in his last start of the first half of the season. Yamamoto now has a sharp 2.78 ERA and 0.88 WHIP with 113 strikeouts and 25 walks in 119 2/3 innings on the season. He is as good as they come, allowing two runs or fewer in 12 of his 18 starts in 2026. Yamamoto will be an absolute must-start in all fantasy baseball leagues in his upcoming matchup against the New York Mets this weekend. In his first meeting with the Mets all the way back on April 14, Yamamoto allowed just one earned run with one walk and seven strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings for a no-decision.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Beau Pribula Named Starting Quarterback for Virginia
Virginia has named transfer quarterback Beau Pribula its starter for 2026, according to the team's official X account. Pribula played in 10 games for Missouri last season following a three-year stint at Penn State, tallying 1,941 passing yards, 297 rushing yards, and 17 total touchdowns. The redshirt senior scored 10 of his 17 touchdowns in his first three games against Central Arkansas, Kansas, and Louisiana before struggling in SEC play. However, he now has a full season of experience under his belt and will play in Tony Elliott's QB-friendly system in 2026. Pittsburgh transfer Eli Holstein will serve as his primary backup to begin the year.
Source: Virginia Football on X
Source: Virginia Football on X
Kemp Alderman Continues to Make the Case for an MLB Debut
Miami Marlins outfield prospect Kemp Alderman continues to show well at Triple-A Jacksonville after a slow start to the year. The Marlins' eighth-ranked prospect hit just .197 over the season's first 19 games, but in the 42 games since then, he's batting .331. All in all, including the 20 games he spent at Triple-A last season, the former second-round draft pick is slashing .297/.365/.549 for the Jumbo Shrimp, with 20 home runs and eight steals across a combined 81 contests. With hard-hit rate, barrel rate, average exit velocity (EV), and max EV all coming in at 93rd percentile or better, it seems the only thing holding him back is a high chase rate (19th percentile) and a high strikeout rate (15th percentile). If he can show improvement in that area, the sooner he may get the call to the majors, but even if he doesn't, a debut in the big leagues before the year is out seems inevitable. Fantasy managers with an NA spot in 14-team leagues and deeper could consider stashing the 23-year-old for his power upside.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Erik Miller Emerging as a Potential Closing Option For the Giants
San Francisco Giants left-hander Erik Miller has put together a nice season so far in 2026, with a 3.18 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, and 40 strikeouts in 28 1/3 innings pitched (33 appearances). Miller has some of the most unhittable stuff in MLB, evidenced by his .186 xBA (95th percentile) and 84.2 mph average exit velocity (99th percentile), but his control is the worst in MLB, with a 16.1 percent walk rate (first percentile). Therefore, with Miller, you have to assume he will not help you in the WHIP category. Miller has primarily been deployed as a high-leverage, lefty specialist for the Giants, but his role of late has expanded, and he has even earned a few save opportunities (three on the season). In addition to his two saves, Miller also has 10 holds on the year, and due to his electric stuff, he is someone who has the upside to take over as the Giants' primary closing option, but for now, Miller should not be considered must-roster, more so someone to keep an eye on over the latter part of the season.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Andrei Iosivas Carries Little Standalone Fantasy Value into 2026
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas has spent his first three seasons buried on a depth chart behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. While he's shown the occasional pop for fantasy, most notably as a red zone option in 2024, the insurmountable talent at the top of the room has him entering the final year of his rookie deal as little more than a role player. While dynasty managers with the luxury to do so should continue to hold him in hopes of finding greener pastures through free agency in 2027, Iosivas is not a player who should factor into 2026 redraft plans. Currently RotoBaller's WR91, the former sixth-round pick should be readily available on waiver wires should an unfortunate injury force him into a more consequential role.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cole Carrigg a Must-Add Player in Five-Outfielder Formats
24-year-old Colorado Rockies outfielder Cole Carrigg has had a nice start to his MLB career, slashing .288/.371/.529 with four home runs, two stolen bases, 26 runs scored, and 23 RBI. He has flashed both power and speed, and plays his home games in the friendliest ballpark in all of MLB (Coors Field). Carrigg has also demonstrated a strong eye at the plate, evidenced by his 11.2 percent walk rate and 20.8 percent strikeout rate, which for a rookie is not bad at all. Under the hood, the data show some regression (.333 xwOBA, .252 xBA); however, in five-outfielder formats, he has demonstrated good power (evidenced by his four home runs since his June 9 call-up, 90th-percentile sprint speed, and two stolen bases). Carrigg is likely rostered in most deeper formats, but fantasy managers who see him out there in five outfield leagues should look to target him, as the Rockies will likely be sellers at the deadline and let the young kids play.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jordan Walsh's Celtics Salary Becomes Fully Guaranteed for 2026-27
Boston Celtics forward Jordan Walsh saw his 2026-27 salary become fully guaranteed at $2.4 million on Monday, per Keith Smith, locking in his roster spot for a fourth season. Walsh is also extension-eligible all year and could technically sign for up to 140 percent of the average salary, starting around $21.2 million. However, that number is a ceiling a low-usage wing is unlikely to approach. He set career highs in 2025-26 with 5.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.5 blocks in 17.8 minutes across 68 games, but that run came largely because Jayson Tatum missed most of the year. With Tatum back from the tear, Boston's wing minutes tighten again, leaving Walsh a deep-league defensive flier at best.
Source: Keith Smith
Source: Keith Smith
Added Competition Will Make a Top-15 Repeat Difficult for Colby Parkinson
Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson led the position group in targets, receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns in 2025, trailing only Puka Nacua and Davante Adams across all receiving categories. While the further development of 2025 second-round pick Terrance Ferguson and the return to health of veteran Tyler Higbee will almost certainly lower his fantasy ceiling, the seventh-year pro will still serve a vital role in an offense that took the league by storm last year with its unprecedented use of 13 personnel. However, the increased competition at the position, including another second-round pick spent on rookie Max Klare, will likely prevent Parkinson from repeating his TE15 finish from a year ago. As RotoBaller's TE31, Parkinson is unlikely to be drafted in most 2026 lineup leagues, but he is at least worthy of a late-round pick in best ball drafts, with the potential to reach the end zone in nearly any game he plays.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
