May 14, 2026, 12:09 PM ET

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (oblique) will be placed on the 10-day injured list for the first time in his career on Thursday with a right-oblique strain, according to Adam Jude of The Seattle Times. In a corresponding move, the M's are recalling catcher Jhonny Pereda from the minors. Veteran Mitch Garver will do the majority of the catching in Seattle with Raleigh sidelined. The 29-year-old Raleigh missed three games earlier this month after injuring his side, and he aggravated it on a swing in the eighth inning in Wednesday's contest against the Houston Astros. For a power hitter of his stature, an oblique injury can be quite debilitating, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect Raleigh to return right away. Despite his rough start to the 2026 campaign, though, Raleigh should be held in all fantasy formats. The former third-rounder in 2018 out of Florida State hit a league-best 60 homers and had 125 RBI last year, but he's currently slashing a putrid .161/.243/.317 with a .560 OPS, seven long balls, 18 RBI, 16 runs, and two steals in 41 games (181 plate appearances).--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude

May 14, 2026, 12:02 PM ET

Baltimore Ravens running back Adam Randall could get involved on third downs during his rookie season. The Clemson product was selected in the fifth round of last month's NFL Draft after tallying 1,068 scrimmage yards and 13 touchdowns in his final year with the Tigers. A significant portion of his production came in the passing game, as he caught 36 passes for 254 receiving yards. The Ravens have a dependable and consistent ball-carrier in Derrick Henry, but they could use some pass-catching competition behind him. Justice Hill has been the Ravens' third-down back in the past, but he's now 28 years old and could be falling out of favor with the team's new coaching staff. That paves the way for Randall to contribute right away, even if it's only on half the passing downs. There's long-term dynasty upside for the 21-year-old to become an RB3/flex in dynasty leagues. For now, he projects as a mid-to-late third-round pick in 2026 fantasy football rookie drafts.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 12:01 PM ET

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor's (calf) MRI exam showed that his strained calf is healing, but there remains no timetable for his return, manager Carlos Mendoza told Steve Gelbs of SNY. The skipper said that Lindor will now move into the strength-training portion of his recovery, although he still looks to be quite a ways away from a return from the 10-day injured list. Fantasy managers should expect the 32-year-old Puerto Rican to return sometime in June. In the meantime, with Ronny Mauricio (thumb) on the shelf as well, Bo Bichette has moved to shortstop full-time, and Brett Baty will continue to see most of the starts at third base against right-handed pitchers. Lindor, a five-time All-Star and four-time Silver Slugger winner, was hitting just .226 (21-for-93) with two homers, five RBI, 14 runs scored, and two stolen bases at the time of his injury, is a must-stash in fantasy leagues despite his extended absence. When fully healthy, Lindor is a top-tier shortstop. He has reached 30 homers in each of the last three seasons and has stolen 30-plus bags in two of those years.--Keith Hernandez
Source: SNY - Steve Gelbs

May 14, 2026, 11:54 AM ET

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (knee) had surgery on his right knee on Thursday morning to fix his torn meniscus, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. The Mets expect Alvarez to be on the longer end of his recovery timetable now, so a full eight weeks, which should take him into mid-July around the All-Star break. The 24-year-old Venezuelan backstop tore the meniscus in his right knee in Tuesday night's game against the Tigers and will now miss the rest of the first half of the 2026 season. It's yet another key injury to one of the Mets' starters in what is quickly becoming a lost season. With Alvarez out for the foreseeable future, New York will turn to Luis Torrens as their starting catcher, with Hayden Senger backing him up. Fantasy managers should avoid this situation at all costs. Meanwhile, Alvarez is not a must-hold, even in single-catcher formats. He's now rostered in only 20% of Yahoo leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo

May 14, 2026, 11:53 AM ET

Tennessee Titans running back Nicholas Singleton finds himself in a favorable opportunity to produce during his rookie season. Although his fifth-round draft capital is far from ideal, the landing spot is somewhat perfect. The Titans have Tony Pollard in a contract year, and Tyjae Spears isn't much more than a third-down pass-catching specialist. Singleton has the potential to take on an every-down role if Pollard gets hurt or takes on a lesser role in what is likely his final season with the Titans. With that being said, Singleton will still have to earn snaps, especially as a rookie. Training camp and the preseason will be a good opportunity for the Penn State product to prove that he deserves playing time. He's no stranger to producing against talented defenses, as he totaled 1,474 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns during the 2024 NCAA season. As it stands, he ranks #37 among running backs in RotoBaller's latest dynasty fantasy football rankings.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 11:43 AM ET

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker has been a post-hype breakout so far in 2026, hitting .298/.378/.570 with 11 home runs and 30 RBI at 23 years old. He's tied for 13th in the league in fWAR (1.8), and his massive jump in OPS from .584 last year to .947 this year has caught the attention of scouts. The former first-rounder and top-10 prospect could now be forcing the Cardinals' hand to present him with a long-term contract extension, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. Murray thinks Walker could sign a six-year extension, similar to Pete Crow-Armstrong with the Cubs, or he could follow the Austin Riley path and ink a 10-year extension that would lock him up for the majority of his career. The longer the Cardinals wait, the higher the price tag on Walker will be. In addition to his 11 homers and .290 batting average (45-for-155), Walker has contributed 30 RBI, 32 runs scored, and seven stolen bases. He has been one of the best value picks in fantasy baseball so far in 2026, and he doesn't appear to be slowing down.--Keith Hernandez
Source: FanSided - Robert Murray

May 14, 2026, 11:32 AM ET

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich (back) is absent from the starting lineup for the second straight day in Thursday's series finale against the visiting San Diego Padres, according to MLB.com. Catcher William Contreras will serve as the designated hitter and bat third, while Gary Sanchez is doing the catching for left-hander Kyle Harrison and will hit cleanup against his former team and right-hander Griffin Canning. Yelich returned from the injured list on Tuesday after missing a month with a groin injury, and he complained of some back soreness before Wednesday's game, prompting manager Pat Murphy to hold him out as a precaution. The Brewers will understandably play it safe with Yelich because of his history with back problems -- he had surgery on his back in 2024. Don't rule out another IL stint if he doesn't recover sooner rather than later. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Friday to see if the 34-year-old former MVP is ready to return for the start of a series against the Minnesota Twins. Yelich has hit a strong .291 (16-for-55) in just 16 games in 2026, but he has just one homer.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 14, 2026, 11:26 AM ET

The Cincinnati Reds have listed right-hander Brady Singer (foot) as their probable starter for Sunday's series finale against the hosting Cleveland Guardians, according to MLB.com. Singer has bounced back nicely after getting hit by a comebacker in his latest start on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals, when he allowed three earned runs on three solo home runs (six total hits) while walking one and striking out only two in 3 2/3 innings of work. While he appears to be good to take the mound this weekend, fantasy managers should be avoiding the former University of Florida product everywhere. The 29-year-old has given up 11 earned runs on 19 hits (six homers) while walking four and striking out nine in 13 innings in his last three starts for Cincy. Singer lacks strikeout upside, and although the first-place Guardians rank only 22nd in baseball in OPS (.687), he'll make for too risky a fantasy streamer in that matchup on Sunday. He's only rostered in 15% of Yahoo leagues at the moment.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 14, 2026, 11:21 AM ET

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (side) is unsurprisingly absent from Thursday's lineup against the division-rival Houston Astros after aggravating his side in Wednesday night's game, according to MLB.com. Mitch Garver is doing the catching for Luis Castillo and will hit eighth against Astros right-hander Mike Burrows. Raleigh missed three games earlier this month with a similar injury, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him land on the injured list this time around. For now, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day. Check back to see if he's feeling good enough to return to the lineup for Friday's series opener back in Seattle against the San Diego Padres. After leading all of baseball with 60 home runs and 125 RBI in 159 regular-season games in 2025, the 29-year-old left-handed-slugging backstop has been a huge disappointment so far this year, batting .161/.243/.317 with a .560 OPS, seven homers, 18 RBI, 16 runs, and two steals in 161 at-bats. Another break could do him some good, but a nagging side/oblique injury also isn't ideal as he tries to round into form.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 14, 2026, 11:14 AM ET

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (elbow) will throw his first bullpen session on May 26 and is scheduled to join the team to continue his rehab on Friday, May 29, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Greene is on the 60-day injured list and has yet to pitch for the Reds in 2026 after having surgery to remove bone chips from his right elbow in mid-March during spring training. Although this will be a notable step for the hard-throwing right-hander, he still has a long way to go before he's back in the Reds' starting rotation, and his return from the IL isn't expected to come until the second half of the season. Regardless, Greene is deserving of being stashed in most fantasy leagues while he recovers for his high-end strikeout upside as Cincy's ace when he's healthy. The 26-year-old former second overall pick in 2017 has had an ERA under 3.00 in each of the last two seasons, and he owns a strong 11.2 K/9 mark in his four big-league seasons. He's currently rostered in 62% of Yahoo leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith

May 14, 2026, 11:13 AM ET

New Orleans Saints rookie wide receiver Bryce Lance could be a perfect fit with his new team. The North Dakota State product was selected in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Although he doesn't have the greatest draft capital as a Day 3 pick, he's a perfect scheme fit for the Saints, who have been looking for a speedy receiver to replace Rashid Shaheed. Lance ran a 4.34-second 40-yard dash at the Scouting Combine, and he caught a whopping 126 passes for 2,150 yards and 25 touchdowns over his final two years at school. The Saints have a somewhat crowded receiver room headlined by Chris Olave and Jordyn Tyson, but we could see Lance stepping into the No. 3 role by midseason. Even if he doesn't start every game or play the majority of the snaps, he offers tremendous fantasy upside as a downfield threat who needs just one or two big plays to explode in fantasy football. With such a high ceiling, he's a worthwhile pick in the second round of 2026 rookie drafts.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 11:09 AM ET

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (ankle) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's series finale at Citi Field, serving as the designated hitter and batting third against Detroit Tigers right-hander Keider Montero, according to MLB.com. Soto fouled a ball off his ankle early in Wednesday's game against Detroit and was later pulled from the contest, but he's back in there a day later after X-rays came back negative. It's great news for a banged-up and struggling Mets squad. Fantasy managers will be hoping that the 27-year-old Dominican can get on track at the plate going into the weekend. Soto enters Thursday's play with a .263/.357/.444 slash line with an .801 OPS, only four home runs, 11 RBI, 11 runs scored, and a stolen base in 99 at-bats. The four-time All-Star already spent time on the injured list with a calf strain, which hasn't helped him find his groove at the plate in 2026. He has a .502 OPS with one homer in May so far. Soto is hitless in just two career at-bats versus Montero.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 14, 2026, 10:35 AM ET

Minnesota Twins outfielder Matt Wallner was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul on Thursday. The big lefty was expected to be a key part of the lineup this season, but has scuffled to just a .167/.259/.292 slash line with a 39 percent strikeout rate. After hitting 22 homers in 104 games last season with a .334 wOBA, Wallner has the potential to be a power contributor when he's at his best, but his contact rate plummeted too low to keep him in the lineup this season. He could return later in the summer if he gets going at Triple-A, but he can be dropped in most leagues for now. Versatile utilityman Ryan Kreidler was called up to replace him on the bench.--Zach Thompson
Source: Audra Martin

May 14, 2026, 10:22 AM ET

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Zebby Matthews will get the call for the Twins on Thursday afternoon in their series finale against the Marlins. The 25-year-old righty went 5-6 with a 5.56 ERA last year in 16 starts, but his 3.79 FIP and 10.0 K/9 indicate he has the potential for even more fantasy production going forward. In seven starts in Triple-A this year, Matthews had a 4.72 ERA with 33 strikeouts in 34 1/3 innings. He remains an intriguing talent with high strikeout potential, but his results have been very inconsistent in the majors last year and at Triple-A this year. He's a high-risk waiver pickup in standard-sized leagues, but he does have the potential to produce. As part of Thursday's roster moves, the Twins also optioned struggling lefty Matt Wallner, who posted a .167/.259/.292 slash line with a 39 percent strikeout rate. The slugger could return later in the summer if he gets going, but he can be dropped in most leagues for now. Mathews holds intriguing streaming potential in deeper 12+ team leagues given his strikeout potential.--Zach Thompson
Source: Audra Martin

May 14, 2026, 10:15 AM ET

The San Francisco Giants remain committed to their core stars and have had "zero internal conversations" about trading first baseman Rafael Devers, third baseman Matt Chapman, and/or shortstop Willy Adames, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. The Giants are optimistic that they can get their star players back on track and turn their season around. Devers has hit .351/.419/.703 with three home runs and seven RBI so far in May. If the Giants do end up becoming sellers before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, pitchers Robbie Ray and Tyler Mahle, who are both on expiring contracts, will be the biggest names to monitor. Ray is one of the better veteran left-handed arms in the game and currently has a nice 2.76 ERA in eight starts. Mahle, who signed a one-year, $10 million deal in the winter, is coming off a right-shoulder injury last year and has a 5.18 ERA in eight starts. The Giants are 18-24 right now and are only six games out of a wild-card spot in the National League. They think there is plenty of time to climb out of their current hole, so they aren't in full sell mode, even though they shipped catcher Patrick Bailey to Cleveland last weekend.--Keith Hernandez
Source: FanSided - Robert Murray

May 14, 2026, 10:10 AM ET

Detroit Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (groin) is eligible to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Friday, and he could return to the team's starting rotation to make the start on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. Mize will be a riskier fantasy option this weekend if he makes his first start since late April due to a right-adductor strain. He threw a batting practice session this week, but it appears that he is going to return to the big-league roster without making a minor-league rehab assignment. The 29-year-old former first overall pick out of Auburn in the 2018 MLB draft was looking great before getting hurt, going 2-2 with a 2.90 ERA (2.85 FIP) and 1.19 WHIP with 35 strikeouts and 11 walks in 31 innings across his first six starts, and he was a first-time All-Star for Detroit last season. Mize doesn't have the kind of high-end upside that other arms have because of his lack of strikeouts, but he will have a decent matchup on Saturday if he faces the Blue Jays, who rank 24th in baseball with a .684 OPS.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Detroit News - Chris McCosky

May 14, 2026, 10:01 AM ET

Las Vegas Raiders running back Mike Washington Jr. had one of the most impressive showings at the 2026 NFL Combine, clocking a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at 223 pounds, but with neither that size nor speed consistently showing through in his college production, he fell to the fourth round in a weak running back class. Washington forced missed tackles at one of the lowest rates in the 2026 class, and despite the verifiable speed, he also ranked in the bottom half of breakaway run percentage. Landing in Vegas with first-year head coach Klint Kubiak, there is a reasonable expectation that he could see a healthy early workload in a change-of-pace role behind 2025 sixth overall pick Ashton Jeanty. The difference between this running back room and the one Kubiak ran in Seattle is that the talent gap between Jeanty and Washington is vastly wider than that between Kenneth Walker III and former second-round pick Zach Charbonnet. If taken on his word, Kubiak will see that Washington has a hand in keeping Jeanty fresh, and at RotoBaller's rookie RB7, that could be enough to sell high on a player who simply may not be able to keep pace long-term.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 9:59 AM ET

Detroit Pistons forward/center Paul Reed was the team's most productive performer from the second unit in Wednesday's 117-113 overtime loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, tallying 10 points, eight rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 17 minutes. Reed didn't play a single minute before entering the action at the start of the fourth quarter, and his performance was so impactful that Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff kept Reed on the floor for the rest of the game. As a result, starting center Jalen Duren was limited to just 25 minutes, contributing nine points, five rebounds, and four assists. After being added to the rotation in Game 3, Reed has put up 12.0 points and 5.0 rebounds in 13.7 minutes per game. His workload has steadily increased, and it will be interesting to see how Bickerstaff manages the frontcourt rotation in Friday's elimination game.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:50 AM ET

With the New York Jets spending two first-round picks on rookie pass-catchers in the 2026 NFL Draft, third-year wide receiver Adonai Mitchell has fallen all the way to WR99 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings. Given his deployment by the Jets following a 2025 mid-season trade from the Colts, he may not be overly impacted by the additions of tight end Kenyon Sadiq and possession receiver Omar Cooper Jr. Both rookies found most of their collegiate success working in the short-to-intermediate areas of the field, particularly over the middle. The two combined to see more than 54% of their 2025 targets between the hashes, within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage. By contrast, Mitchell saw only four total targets in that area across his eight games with the Jets, leading all qualified receivers on the team with a 14.6-yard average depth of target while playing more than 80% of his snaps on the outside. The retreading of quarterback Geno Smith and offensive coordinator Frank Reich may not have been the most inspired choices, but the Jets offense appears to be trending in the right direction, and if the 23-year-old Mitchell can clean up the 15.2% drop rate that has plagued him through two seasons in the league, his big-play ability makes him an intriguing low-cost dynasty buy, particularly in best ball formats.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 9:49 AM ET

Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins finished as the team's second-highest scorer in Wednesday's clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers, notching 19 points with an 8-for-17 effort from the field in a 117-113 overtime loss. The 24-year-old moved into the starting unit after Duncan Robinson (back) was ruled out for the contest. Jenkins, who finished 2-for-8 with the three-ball, had a quiet start but ultimately put together a strong performance, capping off his line with two rebounds, three assists, one steal, and two blocks. Before Wednesday night, Jenkins had scored just two points in back-to-back games, so he'll enter Friday's Game 6 with renewed confidence, regardless of his role.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:43 AM ET

Houston Astros relief pitcher Bryan King let a one-run lead slip away on Wednesday night, and even though his team rallied to beat the Mariners, he may not be the go-to option for saves in Houston for long. He walked in the tying run and issued three free passes while also giving up an infield single. He escaped a bases-loaded jam, and Bryan Abreu worked a scoreless 10th inning to get the win. King's three walks were the first he allowed in six appearances, so hopefully the weaker command was an outlier. Both Abreu and Enyel De Los Santos pitched effectively in this game and would be the team's next options if it moves away from King. Top closer Josh Hader is continuing his rehab and should return in the next few weeks as well, which will likely take away any save chances that are available in the short term. King is a fine short-term hold in deep leagues, but his fantasy window is closing, especially if his control becomes an issue.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:41 AM ET

Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham went for 39 points in Wednesday's Game 5 tilt against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but couldn't save his team from a 117-113 overtime loss. He fell one assist short of a double-double and also collected seven rebounds and two steals. Cunningham was a fantastic 6-for-10 with his three-point attempts and had a 13-for-27 overall record from the field. It was Cunningham's fifth postseason game of the year with 30-plus points, tying Isiah Thomas for the most in franchise history during a single playoff campaign. Facing elimination in Game 6 on Friday, the Pistons need another big performance from Cunningham.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:37 AM ET

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has topped 1,000 rushing yards and 30 receptions in each of the last four seasons, never finishing below RB24 in that time, but at 29 years old, dynasty managers have seemingly been looking to move on from him for half his career. With the Titans' selection of Penn State's Nicholas Singleton in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, Pollard has fallen to RotoBaller's dynasty RB41, making him a prime buy-candidate for competing managers looking to add depth to a position that can never be deep enough. New Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll comes into Tennessee familiar with Pollard's work, as some of the latter's best games with the Cowboys came against Daboll's Giants teams. With Singleton never fully living up to the hype that made him a five-star recruit, evidenced by his fall to the fifth round, and Tyjae Spears seeing more than 10 carries only once in 2025, the starting running back job in Tennessee should still belong to Pollard. With the Titans' offense trending up heading into 2026, another RB2 finish is well within the realm of possibility.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 9:34 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus sparked into life with a 20-point effort in Wednesday's 117-113 overtime victory against the Detroit Pistons, finishing 6-for-8 from outside. Strus didn't have a single two-point attempt, adding two points to his tally at the free-throw line. He was Cleveland's third-highest scorer and among the best rebounders. Strus grabbed eight boards and made his presence felt on the defensive end with one steal and one block. Across the previous three games, Strus had managed only 15 points. His offensive production is a bonus for the Cavaliers, who will look to wrap up the second-round series at home on Friday night.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:29 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley was close to his first career triple-double in Wednesday's 117-113 Game 5 overtime victory against the Detroit Pistons, racking up 19 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and three blocks. He enjoyed his best scoring performance of the series with a 6-for-13 record from the field, making two triples with three attempts. Mobley hit a couple of clutch free throws late in regulation and finished 5-for-6 at the line. With Jalen Duren struggling, the Pistons' frontcourt has a tough time against Mobley, who has posted averages of 14.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 3.0 blocks, and 1.4 steals in the matchup.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:27 AM ET

Athletics relief pitcher Jack Perkins spun a scoreless ninth inning in a non-save situation on Wednesday night in his team's 6-2 win over the Cardinals. An insurance run in the bottom of the eighth inning kept it from being a save situation, but the team's bullpen was set up for him to get the save if there was one. He allowed a single and hit a batter, but he struck out Alec Burleson to seal the victory. Perkins is 2-1 in his 11 games with a 3.86 ERA, three saves, and an impressive 1.88 FIP. His 30.6% K% makes him a great closer candidate, and he has a slight edge over Hogan Harris and Joel Kuhnel in the team's committee at this point. The committee and its uncertainty keep him from being an elite option, but he's clearly the team's top reliever for fantasy at this point, and worth a look if you're seeking saves on the waiver wire.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:25 AM ET

2025 second-round pick Mason Taylor showed some promising moments in his rookie season with the New York Jets on his way to amassing 369 yards on 44 receptions. However, with the Jets' selection of tight end Kenyon Sadiq with the 16th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Taylor could now be on a path toward fantasy hardship, similar to the one seen by the Raiders' Michael Mayer. While Sadiq does not come into the league with the college resume of Raiders 2024 first-round pick Brock Bowers, he put on a clinic at the NFL Combine and is expected to claim the top tight end spot in New York. With the league trending toward more 12 and 13 personnel, Taylor will still have his opportunities in Frank Reich's tight end-friendly offense, but having forced zero missed tackles as a rookie, his skill set is not one that can necessarily translate to fantasy success without an abundance of volume. The Jets also spent their third of three first-round picks on receiver Omar Cooper Jr., who occupies a similar area of the field and will make a reliable target share even harder to come by. At RotoBaller's dynasty TE23, Taylor is still a worthwhile hold who could step into the occasional spike week as an injury replacement, but as long as Sadiq is healthy, it will be difficult to trust the 22-year-old second-year player out of LSU.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 14, 2026, 9:19 AM ET

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Paul Sewald took a tough loss on Wednesday night, letting a game get away against the Texas Rangers after his team rallied in the top of the ninth. Arizona scored three times to take a 5-3 lead into the bottom of the ninth, but Sewald ran into trouble after getting the first two outs of the inning. He gave up a game-tying single to Jake Burger as one of the three hits he allowed, and after he was removed, Juan Morillo allowed one of his inherited runners to score on a walk-off single by Danny Jansen. Sewald's loss dropped him to 0-4 on the year with a 4.70 ERA and 4.35 FIP. He had nine saves in nine opportunities before Wednesday's blown save, and the veteran righty should remain the clear closer for the Snakes at this point. Sewald's peripheral numbers aren't elite, but as a volume producer of saves, he still has value as long as he remains the team's top closer. However, this is a situation to keep an eye on, as it could become a pattern that costs him his role.--Zach Thompson
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:17 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen recorded his second double-double of the 2026 postseason on Wednesday night, helping his team to a 117-113 overtime victory against the Detroit Pistons. Allen has been inconsistent throughout the series, but made a positive impact in Game 5. He finished with 16 points, 10 rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks. The 28-year-old big man had a 6-for-10 record from the field and made four of his five free-throw attempts. Allen has struggled to string together two strong performances in the playoffs, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him fall off the map in Friday's Game 6. He has averaged 13.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game against Detroit.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 14, 2026, 9:13 AM ET

With Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane agreeing to a four-year, $68 million extension on Wednesday, the team backed up early offseason claims that they were looking to build an offense around the 24-year-old former third-round pick, and they locked up one of fantasy's most exciting players through the 2030 season. With Miami bringing in a new coaching staff and front office for 2026, the Dolphins completely overhauled a roster that finished 7-10 in 2025, but made it clear that Achane would remain the focal point of any new-look offense. With a quarterback in Malik Willis who has never attempted more than 61 passes in a season and a receiving core largely built through this most recent draft, there will likely be some bumps along the way, but Achane will never stray far from front and center, and he has already proven he can excel for fantasy in a below-average offense. At RotoBaller's dynasty RB5, he is lumped into a second tier of running backs that he could rightfully claim to be at the top of. Achane is the only running back in the league to score double-digit fantasy points in every game in 2025 and joins only Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs as players to finish as the RB6 or better in each of the past two seasons. While the new contract may make buying opportunities tougher, he is still worth pursuing if his current manager believes his value will be impacted by the Dolphins' offensive landscape.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller