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Randy Arozarena Missing Another Game With Hamstring Injury
Seattle Mariners outfielder Randy Arozarena (hamstring) is missing another game in Sunday's series finale against the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com. Luke Raley is making another start in left field for the M's and will bat cleanup on Sunday against Nationals left-hander PJ Poulin. Arozarena is sitting out a second straight game after he left Friday's win over the Nats with soreness in his left hamstring. The 31-year-old Cuban outfielder didn't require further testing on his hamstring, so he's considered day-to-day and is unlikely to land on the injured list. With another scheduled day off coming on Monday, there's a good chance Arozarena will be back in action for Tuesday's series opener at T-Mobile Park versus the Baltimore Orioles. The two-time All-Star has been money for his fantasy managers so far in 2026, slashing .291/.377/.448 with an .826 OPS, seven home runs, 33 RBI, 19 stolen bases, and 47 runs scored in 71 games across 302 plate appearances.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ty Gibbs Could be An Underrated DFS Winner for Pocono Lineups
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Ty Gibbs is starting in the fourth position for the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway. This is the second time in his Cup career that Gibbs will start inside the top five in a Pocono race. In four prior races at the site, Gibbs has one top-5 finish, but he did lead in two of the last three Cup events at the Pennsylvania track. With 15 races completed so far this year, Gibbs has one win, nine top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 14.0. In practice for this week's race, Gibbs ranked fourth in five consecutive lap averages. Considering how Gibbs has been one of the strongest performers of the season with top-notch equipment and an overall solid history at Pocono, he is an underrated pick to compete for the win.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Chris Buescher May Have Another Solid Run at Pocono
Chris Buescher of RFK Racing is starting sixth for the Great American Getaway at Pocono Raceway. After starting second in last year's Pocono Cup race, this marks the second time in Buescher's career that he has had back-to-back top-10 starts at the site since 2021 and 2022. In 16 Cup starts, Buescher has one win and three top-10 finishes with an average finish of 19.0. Through the first 15 races of the season, Buescher has seven top-10 finishes with an average finish of 13.6. In practice for this week's Cup race, Buescher ranked first in five consecutive lap averages. Despite having a high starting position that leaves him little upside, Buescher was one of the fastest drivers in pre-race events and has been one of the more consistent drivers of the year. Although he is preferred for tournament lineups due to his low upside, Buescher is a solid DFS option capable of placing in the top 10.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Still Out With Back Injury
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (back) will miss a second straight game on Sunday in the series finale against the division-rival New York Yankees due to lower-back tightness, per MLB.com. Charles McAdoo is starting at first base as the team takes on right-hander Will Warren. Guerrero's injury isn't believed to be serious, so he should have a good shot to make his return for Tuesday's series opener versus the division-rival Boston Red Sox after another scheduled day off on Monday. Vlad's back issues could help explain why he has hit just .184 (7-for-38) with no homers, three doubles, three RBI, four runs scored, four walks, and five strikeouts in 10 games so far in June. The five-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger winner is hitting a strong .280 (69-for-246) on the year, but the Canadian slugger has only three round-trippers in 68 games played in 2026. Guerrero currently sits in the 75th percentile in xwOBA and 64th percentile in hard-hit rate with an expected batting average of .298. Now is the time to buy low on him in fantasy leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Chase DeLauter Out on Sunday With Rib Contusion
Cleveland Guardians rookie outfielder Chase DeLauter (ribs) is not in the team's starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the division-rival Detroit Tigers, according to MLB.com. David Fry is starting in right field for Cleveland and will bat sixth against Tigers right-hander Casey Mize (groin), who is making his first start back from the injured list. DeLauter was forced to exit Saturday's game against Detroit early with a right rib-cage contusion after he crashed into the outfield wall. For now, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day. With the team scheduled for a day off on Monday, DeLauter will hopefully be ready to return for Tuesday's series opener in Milwaukee against the Brewers. In his first MLB season, the 24-year-old former 16th overall pick in 2022 out of James Madison University is batting .263/.337/.408 with a .745 OPS, seven home runs, 34 RBI, 24 runs scored, and two stolen bases in 240 at-bats. The left-handed-hitting outfielder has been cold so far in June, going 8-for-35 (.229) with a double, two RBI, two runs scored, three walks, and 11 strikeouts.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ross Chastain has Solid DFS Upside for Sunday's Race at Pocono
Trackhouse Racing's Ross Chastain will start in the 24th position for this week's race at Pocono Raceway, the Great American Getaway 400. This is the lowest starting position for Chastain in his Cup career at Pocono since joining Trackhouse back in 2022. In 10 Cup starts at Pocono, Chastain's best finish is 13th, which he scored in 2023. After 15 races so far this year, Chastain has eight top-20 finishes with an average finish of 21.9. In practice for Sunday's race, Chastain ranked 10th in five consecutive lap averages and seventh in 10 consecutive lap averages. The No. 1 Chevrolet driver has some solid upside based on his starting position after showing top-10 speeds in practice. Overall, fantasy players should be able to roster Chastain with confidence to perform in all DFS formats despite not having the best track record at Pocono.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Hunter Greene to Start a Rehab Assignment on Thursday
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (elbow) will start a minor-league rehab assignment in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League on Thursday, June 18, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Greene has yet to pitch for the Reds in 2026 after having surgery on March 11 to remove bone chips from his right elbow. Because of his lengthy absence, the hard-throwing 26-year-old will need at least a handful of minor-league rehab starts. However, manager Terry Francona said it's possible that the former second overall pick in 2017 could rejoin Cincy's starting rotation before the All-Star break in mid-July. Greene is currently on the 60-day injured list, but with his season debut getting closer, fantasy managers should already be looking to pick him up off the waiver wire if he's available in your league. When healthy, Greene has clear ace potential, having posted an ERA under 3.00 in each of his last two seasons and with a career 30% strikeout rate. He's currently rostered in only 65% of Yahoo leagues, so scoop him up immediately if you can.
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Daniel Suarez is a DFS Risk While Showing Top-10 Speeds in Pocono Practice
Daniel Suarez will start in the third position for the Great American Getaway 400, taking place at Pocono Raceway this week. This is the best starting position that Suarez has earned for a Cup race at Pocono in his career since earning the pole in July 2018. In 14 Cup starts at Pocono, Suarez has four top-10 finishes and an average finish of 16.6. In 15 races completed so far this season, Suarez has one win, five top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 13.7. In practice for this week's race, Suarez ranked third in five consecutive lap averages and fourth in 10 consecutive lap averages. With Suarez starting towards the front, he has very little upside for Place Differential, but he did showcase fast practice speeds. The No. 7 Chevrolet driver is best-suited for tournament lineups, especially as his risk to lose positions for PD, despite showing a car capable of a top 10 finish, is not cash-friendly for DFS.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Royals Place Vinnie Pasquantino on Injured List With Hand Fracture
The Kansas City Royals announced on Sunday that they placed infielder Vinnie Pasquantino (hand) on the 10-day injured list with a right hamate fracture in his hand and recalled outfielder John Rave from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move. Pasquantino fractured his right hand in Saturday's game against the Houston Astros and will likely be out for at least a month. In the first game without the Pasquatch on Sunday against the Astros, Jac Caglianone will move to first base and bat third, while Lane Thomas makes the start in right field and bats eighth against Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti. The 28-year-old Pasquantino has only hit .224 (57-for-254) this year, but he went 14-for-47 (.298) with a homer, three doubles, seven RBI, seven runs scored, and a stolen base in 12 games in June. The former 11th-round pick in 2019 out of Old Dominion University hit a career-best 32 long balls and drove in 113 runs in 160 games a year ago, but he's only at six homers so far in 2026. Despite the disappointing start to 2026, Pasquantino is deserving of being stashed in most fantasy leagues for his power upside while he heals.
Source: Kansas City Royals
Source: Kansas City Royals
Ryan Helsley has Another Stellar Rehab Outing
Baltimore Orioles right-handed reliever Ryan Helsley (elbow) had another strong minor-league rehab outing for Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday night against Memphis, setting down the order 1-2-3 in the sixth innings while striking out two, according to Jake Rill of MLB.com. Helsley threw nine of his 14 pitches for strikes. In his two rehab appearances for Norfolk, Helsley has tossed two shutout innings with no walks and five strikeouts, and the Orioles might be ready to reinstate him from the 15-day injured list. Before getting hurt, the 31-year-old veteran was looking great as Baltimore's primary closer in 2026, allowing three earned runs on seven hits while walking seven, striking out 15, and recording seven saves in his first 12 appearances for the team. The two-time All-Star appears to be on the verge of rejoining the back end of the Orioles' bullpen, and he should immediately slot back in as manager Craig Albernaz's preferred choice in the ninth inning. Fantasy managers should run to their waiver wire and check if Helsley is available. He's currently rostered in 84% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Jake Rill
Source: MLB.com - Jake Rill
Max Muncy Stays Hot With Two-Homer Game on Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy carried the offense in a 7-1 victory on Saturday night in Chicago against the White Sox, going 3-for-3 at the plate with two home runs, four RBI, and two walks to boost his season average to .272 and his OPS to .912. It was more than enough offense for the Dodgers on a night when starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto flirted with a perfect game. Despite being 35 years old, Muncy continues to rake and produce for the Dodgers and fantasy managers in his 11th year in the big leagues. He's now hitting .272/.372/.540 with a .912 OPS, 16 home runs, 28 RBI, and 46 runs scored in 65 games across 247 plate appearances this season. The two home runs on Saturday night were his first of the month, and he's now hitting .342 (13-for-38) with three doubles, seven RBI, and seven runs scored in 12 games during the month. Fantasy managers need to continue to ride Muncy while he's hot and pick him up in leagues where he's still available. Muncy is currently rostered in 83% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Flirts With Perfect Game in Win Over White Sox
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto was nearly unhittable on Saturday in the team's 7-1 win over the hosting Chicago White Sox. Yamamoto took a perfect game into the eighth inning and a no-hitter into the final frame. A Mookie Betts error with two outs in the eighth inning broke up the perfect game, and Tristan Peters broke up the no-no in the ninth with a solo home run to lead off the frame. Yamamoto still had an excellent line in his seventh win of the season, giving up just one earned run on one hit while walking none and striking out seven to lower his season ERA to 2.52. The 27-year-old Japanese native had an incredible run of retiring 45 straight batters, dating back to his previous start, which is second in MLB history to Yusmeiro Petit. Yamamoto has carried over his dominance from last year and now has a 0.84 WHIP with 80 strikeouts and 15 walks in 85 2/3 innings across his 13 starts. He has won four straight games and hasn't given up more than one run in five straight appearances. Continue to run Yamamoto out there as a must-start in fantasy leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jake Bauers Continues to Rake, Becoming a Priority Target to Add if Still Available
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers has maintained a high level of production this season. The 30-year-old is slashing .280/.351/.491 with 13 home runs, 46 RBI, and 40 runs scored in 234 plate appearances. He's also shown good plate discipline and the ability to get on base consistently, which has helped fuel Milwaukee's offense. Bauers has been one of Milwaukee's reliable power options during what has turned into a breakout season. His ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him a useful asset for fantasy managers, given the power he's displayed this season. Bauers is currently rostered in 71% of Yahoo leagues, so he may already be rostered in many formats. However, he remains a solid option in leagues where he's still available.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Alex Lange Struggles Again, Losing Grip on the Royals Closer Job?
Kansas City Royals right-hander Alex Lange (0-4) took the loss in Saturday's 8-7 loss to the Astros. Lange allowed a run on one hit and a walk while striking out one across 1 2/3 innings. He had been rolling earlier in the season, posting nine straight scoreless appearances from May 20 through June 9 before giving up three runs over his last two outings. On the year, Lange owns a 4.13 ERA and 1.44 WHIP across 32⅔ innings. He's shown the ability to miss bats in those spots, evidenced by his 9.9 K/9. With some recent inconsistency in the Royals' bullpen and Carlos Estevez (shoulder) still on the injured list, the Royals could turn back to Lucas Erceg if he continues to struggle. Despite his recent hiccups, Lange is still widely available (25% of Yahoo Leagues) and is worth rostering for fantasy managers searching for saves.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyler Glasnow Could Resume Playing Catch Soon
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow (back) is beginning to feel better, so he could resume playing catch soon, according to MLB.com. Glasnow was placed on the 15-day injured list with lower-back spasms on May 8 and was then transferred to the 60-day IL on June 6, which means he won't be eligible to return until at least mid-July, around the All-Star break. The Dodgers thought the hard-throwing 32-year-old wouldn't need a lengthy absence, but Glasnow has been slow to recover and might not rejoin L.A.'s starting rotation until the second half of the season, depending on how quickly he can ramp up his throwing program. The Dodgers aren't going to rush him back, so fantasy managers will need to be patient. Despite all the missed time, fantasy managers need to keep Glasnow stashed everywhere for his strikeout upside on one of the best teams in baseball. Before his injury, he was pitching well, too, going 3-0 with a 2.72 ERA (3.26 FIP) and 0.83 WHIP with 49 strikeouts and 13 walks in 39 2/3 innings over his seven starts in his third year with the Dodgers. Glasnow should not be available on any waiver wires.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Seiya Suzuki Dealing With Knee Discomfort
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (knee) left Saturday night's game early against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park with right-knee discomfort, according to Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Suzuki was attempting to catch a fly ball and hit the ground awkwardly in the bottom of the fourth inning. Before leaving, he went 1-for-2 at the plate with an RBI, a walk, and a strikeout in the team's eventual 6-1 win. It's unclear how serious the 31-year-old's injury is, but fantasy managers should keep in mind that it's the same knee that caused him to miss the first 12 games of the 2026 season due to a strained PCL that he suffered in the World Baseball Classic. At the very least, Suzuki will most likely sit out of Sunday's series finale in the Bay Area, and he might also be unavailable for the start of a series on Monday back at Wrigley Field versus the Colorado Rockies. Matt Shaw replaced Suzuki in right field on Saturday, and he would likely benefit the most from increased playing time if Suzuki needs a trip to the injured list. Suzuki is currently hitting .255/.339/.433 with a .772 OPS, 10 homers, 28 RBI, and 31 runs scored through his first 208 at-bats of the year.
Source: ESPN Chicago - Jesse Rogers
Source: ESPN Chicago - Jesse Rogers
Denny Hamlin the Driver to Beat at Pocono
It should come as no surprise to anyone, but Denny Hamlin is the guy to beat at Pocono Raceway this weekend. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver is coming off of his third win of the season, as he put a whooping on the field at Michigan last weekend, and has won three of the last four Cup Series races (one of which was the All Star Race at Dover). At Pocono, Hamlin is simply the best. He has a series-best seven wins at "The Tricky Triangle" and has finished first or second in each of the last three races here. He's on the pole for this weekend's Great American Getaway 400 and definitely the driver to beat. And with Hamlin being on such a hot streak, can you really bet against him? In addition to being the fastest car in qualifying, the No. 11 Toyota was also the second-fastest in practice earlier that day.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Vinnie Pasquantino Suffers Hamate Injury on Saturday
Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (hand) left Saturday night's game against the Houston Astros with a right hand/hamate injury, according to the team. Pasquantino came out of the game after popping up in the fifth inning. The 28-year-old could be looking at an absence of at least a month if he fractured the hamate bone in his hand, so fantasy managers need to prepare for that possibility. Before leaving the contest, Pasquantino went 1-for-3 at the plate with an RBI and a strikeout in the eventual 8-7 loss to Houston at Kauffman Stadium. The timing of his injury comes at a bad time, too, as the Pasquatch has been hot at the plate lately. In 12 games in June, he has gone 14-for-47 (.298) with a home run, three doubles, seven RBI, seven runs scored, and a stolen base to raise his season slash line to .224/.309/.350 in 291 plate appearances. If Pasquantino lands on the injured list with his hamate injury, Jac Caglianone would most likely take over duties at first base for the Royals going forward.
Source: Kansas City Royals
Source: Kansas City Royals
Kyle Larson Happy With His Speed at Pocono
Kyle Larson has a lot to be happy about so far this weekend at Pocono Raceway. The Hendrick Motorsports driver was the fastest in practice on Saturday afternoon and backed up that speed in qualifying as well, posting the second-fastest lap. Larson will now start on the outside pole for Sunday's Great American Getaway 400, and he noted during an interview that this feels like it is the best speed he has ever had at Pocono. Will that turn into race-winning speed, though? Larson will have to get past Denny Hamlin to do so, but the No. 5 Chevrolet is one of the few race cars in the realm of being able to pull that off. Larson has never won at Pocono Raceway but he does have two runner-up finishes to his credit at "The Tricky Triangle" (one in 2021 and one in 2018). "Yung Money" should be a legitimate top-five contender on race day.
Source: Motorsport
Source: Motorsport
Carson Hocevar Qualifies 26th After Brushing Wall in Time Trials
Carson Hocevar was one of several drivers that had issues during qualifying on Saturday at Pocono Raceway, as the Spire Motorsports driver was on a heater of a lap but ended up getting loose and brushing the wall. Hocevar was able to complete his lap and post the 26th-fastest time, but he would've likely qualified inside the top five without the issue. The team will likely have to fix the damage before the race, which will require Hocevar to drop to the rear before the Great American Getaway 400 goes green. The No. 77 Chevrolet should still have good speed during the race, though, as Hocevar was fourth-fastest in practice during the weekend. Last year at Pocono, Hocevar had a solid top 10 race car but faded late and ended up with a disappointing 18th-place finish. This weekend, DFS players should definitely consider Hocevar ($8.7K on DraftKings) for their lineups, as he offers high Place Differential upside with good finishing potential as well.
Source: NASCAR.com
Source: NASCAR.com
Cole Ragans Suffers Setback, Will Undergo Additional Testing
Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans (elbow) had a setback and will undergo additional testing, manager Matt Quatraro told Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star. "Cole woke up yesterday, not feeling as well arm-wise. So, when he came out to play catch yesterday, he had to cut it short. So we're going to get him some more testing in the next couple of days," Quatraro said. Ragans cut his throwing session short on Friday. The 28-year-old southpaw initially went on the 15-day injured list with a left-elbow impingement, and with his latest setback, he most likely won't be able to return before the mid-July All-Star break. Ragans was a first-time All-Star in 2024 but has dealt with injuries since, only making 13 starts in 2025 and just eight starts so far in 2026 due to his elbow troubles. Before going on the IL, he was 1-4 with a 4.84 ERA (6.19 FIP) and 1.41 WHIP with 45 strikeouts and 23 walks in 35 1/3 innings pitched. His strikeout upside makes him stash-worthy in all fantasy leagues, but managers will need to be patient, as it doesn't look like he's going to return until the second half of the season now.
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Has Jordan Mason Become a Classic Post-Hype Sleeper?
Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason ran for a disappointing 758 yards and six touchdowns in 2025 after an offseason of dynasty breakout calls following his trade from the 49ers. Even with veteran Aaron Jones Sr. missing five games with a hamstring injury, both Minnesota backs ended the year within 50 total snaps and five opportunities of one another. Jones handled the majority of the third-down and up-tempo work while Mason served as an early-down bruiser. With the most notable addition to the running back room coming in the form of the 195-pound Demond Claiborne in the sixth round of the NFL Draft, Mason's role appears largely unthreatened, and with seismic improvements expected for the Vikings offense as a whole, that role could carry considerably more weight. With efficiency becoming a hallmark of his game, Mason averaged 4.8 yards per carry in 2025, and with the opportunity to close out more games with a lead, the first 1,000-yard campaign of his career would not be out of the question. At RotoBaller's dynasty RB52, the disappointment of last season has driven his cost down, but at 27 years old, in an offense seemingly prepared to get back on track, Mason has again become a player to target for low-cost upside.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Bubba Wallace Wrecks During Qualifying at Pocono
Qualifying at Pocono on Saturday afternoon wasn't boring by any means, as several drivers had issues during the session. One of those was Bubba Wallace, who wrecked during his lap and wasn't able to post a time. Officially, Bubba will be credited with a 38th-place starting spot, to the joy of DFS players. Because of his massive Place Differential upside and affordable driver salary ($8.0K on DraftKings), Bubba Wallace is now an easy pick for daily fantasy players at Pocono, especially considering the No. 23 Toyota showed decent speed during practice (15th-fastest). As far as track record goes, Bubba finished 36th at Pocono last season after brake rotor issues, but before that he has five straight finishes between fifth and 14th. He should be able to move through the field on Sunday from his last-place starting spot.
Source: NASCAR.com
Source: NASCAR.com
Brad Keselowski Suffers Mechanical Issue During Qualifying at Pocono
Brad Keselowski posted the slowest qualifying lap at Pocono on Saturday afternoon, but the reason wasn't the driver himself--it was the car. Keselowski reported potential engine issues with the No. 6 Ford, which led to the slow lap. Officially, he will be credited with a 37th-place starting spot when the Great American Getaway 400 goes green. Further details released by Bob Pockrass on Sunday morning also noted that it wasn't an engine issue. Instead, the RFK Ford had an airbox issue. Still, Keselowski will have plenty of work to do to get through the field during the race. Given his track record, though, that shouldn't be extremely difficult. Keselowski currently has back-to-back top-10 finishes at Pocono and has finished 11th or better in eight of the last 10 races there. In DFS, Brad makes for an excellent Place Differential pick, especially at his affordable driver salary ($7.9K on DraftKings).
Source: Bob Pockrass
Source: Bob Pockrass
De'Aaron Fox Falters in Season-Ending Defeat
San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox endured a brutal shooting night in Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, scoring seven points on 3-for-15 from the field. He added five assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer, but he and fellow starter Stephon Castle combined to shoot 4-for-25 as the Spurs fell 4-1 in the Finals. Rookie Dylan Harper outplayed both off the bench with a team-high 25 points, fueling calls to rework San Antonio's backcourt. That is the fantasy concern for next season: Fox remains an elite scorer and playmaker with steals upside, but his cold Finals and the fast-rising Harper and Castle cloud his usage and even his hold on a starting role, all with his four-year max extension set to begin in 2026-27. His talent keeps the floor high, yet the situation is suddenly worth monitoring.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Can Dontayvion Wicks Emerge as Anything More Than a Dynasty Depth Piece?
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks has yet to top the 39 catches or 580 receiving yards of his 2023 rookie season, but in his first season with the Eagles, he could find himself in a new role with the potential for some spike performances. While nobody will soon mistake him for the 226-pound A.J. Brown, in a receiving quartet with DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, and Marquise Brown, Wicks is the only one to top 6'0" and 200 pounds and is the most likely candidate to inherit Brown's outside X-role. While Wicks has never taken more than 63% of his snaps on the boundary, a number closer to 90% for Brown last year, the former Packer was a player specifically targeted by the Eagles as trade talks around their own three-time Pro Bowler were heating up. Smith and Lemon are likely to have the more fantasy-friendly roles, but the soon-to-be-25-year-old Wicks is a low-cost dynasty depth piece. At RotoBaller's WR104, his value remains higher in best ball formats, but his multiple injury-related paths to increased opportunity should not be discounted.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Dylan Harper Closes Finals with Another Strong Line
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper finished Saturday's 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks with a team-high 25 points, five rebounds, four assists, one block, and two three-pointers. The rookie shot 10-for-19 from the field and 3-for-5 at the line, giving San Antonio a much-needed offensive lift as its season ended in the NBA Finals. Harper also scored 21 points in Game 4, so he closed the series with back-to-back strong scoring efforts. After averaging 11.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.9 assists during the regular season, his postseason growth should put him on fantasy radars entering his second year.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Chuba Hubbard a Worthy Trade Target With his Dynasty Cost Driven Down
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is no stranger to ambiguous backfields, but what he faces heading into the 2026 season may be the most unsettled room of his six-year career. Conflicting reports seem to emerge almost weekly about how Hubbard and unproven third-year back Jonathon Brooks will split work. Brooks was a second-round pick and the first running back off the board in the 2024 NFL Draft, while Hubbard was given a four-year, $33 million extension that same year after Brooks tore his right ACL for the second time in just over a year. With Brooks sitting out the entire 2025 season, Hubbard was slowed by his own nagging ailments and eventually overtaken in the starting role by Rico Dowdle, who has since signed a two-year deal with the Steelers. While Brooks has arguably the brighter future in Carolina, uncertainty about how things might look in 2026 has driven down the cost of both players, and at RotoBaller's dynasty RB33, the 27-year-old Hubbard is an affordable trade target who could offer depth and a number of usable starts for contending managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Victor Wembanyama Rules the Paint in Series-Ending Loss
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama swatted five shots and pulled down 14 rebounds in Saturday's series-ending 94-90 Game 5 loss to the New York Knicks, anchoring the defense even as his offense sputtered. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year scored 19 points on 7-for-19 shooting, adding 4-for-5 at the line, two assists, and one 3-pointer, but the Spurs fell 4-1 in the Finals. The off shooting night was a footnote to a historic first postseason in which the 22-year-old set the single-game playoff blocks record with 12 and rewrote San Antonio's defensive ledger. Wembanyama remains the dynasty crown jewel regardless of the result: a generational source of blocks, rebounds, scoring, and threes whose ceiling is unmatched, and at 22 in his first Finals, his arrow only points up.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Royce Lewis Emerging as a Top Pickup Amidst Recent Hot Surge?
Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo home run in Saturday's 9-6 loss to the Cardinals. Lewis has been one of the hotter hitters in baseball since returning to the majors in early June. After going hitless in his first game back, he has hit safely in six straight contests, going 10-for-23 (.435) with two doubles, three home runs, four runs, and four RBI over that stretch. The power-speed combination he's shown during the hot streak gives him strong multi-category appeal. Lewis has started five of his last seven games at first base and appears to have taken over there for the foreseeable future while Brooks Lee remains at third. The combination of his recent power surge and newfound everyday role makes him a strong speculative add, especially with him still only rostered in 27% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
