Jun 17, 2026, 4:13 PM ET

Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez is rostered in 35% of Yahoo leagues for a reason. The 24-year-old Dominican right-handed hitter has only appeared in 31 games (129 plate appearances) for the Marlins this year, hitting .230/.318/.345 with a .663 OPS, two home runs, 14 RBI, 14 runs scored, and three stolen bases. He teased his five-category upside in 136 games in his rookie season in 2025 by hitting .231/.287/.413 with a .701 OPS, 21 home runs, 67 RBI, 16 stolen bases, and 72 runs scored in 136 games across 585 plate appearances. In 29 games at Triple-A Jacksonville in 2026, Ramirez has slashed .237/.302/.412 with a .714 OPS, five home runs, five doubles, 13 RBI, 10 stolen bases, and 19 runs scored in 126 plate appearances for the Jumbo Shrimp. Liam Hicks and Joe Mack have been handling the catching duties in South Beach since Ramirez was sent down in early May. If Ramirez can clean up his defense behind the dish, he could be back in the big leagues sooner rather than later. And when he's back, he definitely can offer five-category upside for fantasy managers at the catching position.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Milb.com

Jun 17, 2026, 3:58 PM ET

The Toronto Blue Jays announced on Wednesday that they placed veteran right-hander Max Scherzer (back) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to June 14) with back spasms and recalled right-hander Chad Patrick from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Scherzer was scheduled to pitch on Wednesday evening at Fenway Park against the division-rival Boston Red Sox, but right-hander Braydon Fisher will now get the nod. The 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner just came off the IL last week due to a right-forearm injury, so it's obviously a frustrating development for the future Hall of Famer. Scherzer has only made six starts in 2026 with Toronto and has gone 1-4 with an ugly 10.23 ERA (8.78 FIP) and a 1.73 WHIP with 14 strikeouts and 11 walks in 22 innings pitched. At this point in his career, he just has not been able to stay off the injury report with a long list of different ailments. He most likely will not be back from the IL before the mid-July All-Star break, and at this point, Scherzer returning in the second half as a starter won't be a lock.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Toronto Blue Jays

Jun 17, 2026, 3:46 PM ET

Toronto Blue Jays veteran right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) was hit around a little bit in his latest minor-league rehab start on Wednesday with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, allowing five earned runs on seven hits (two homers) while walking four and striking out two in five innings pitched. Bieber threw only 48 of his 80 pitches for strikes, but the good news is that he was sitting at 92 mph with his fastball in what is expected to be his final rehab start before he rejoins the Blue Jays' starting rotation for his 2026 season debut. The 31-year-old former American League Cy Young winner shouldn't be limited from a pitch-count perspective whenever his first start for the Jays comes, but he'll be a pretty risky fantasy streamer after his command was spotty on Wednesday. The former fourth-round pick in 2016 by the Cleveland Guardians out of the University of California, Santa Barbara, only made two starts in 2024 in his final season in Cleveland before needing Tommy John surgery. Bieber made only seven starts in his first year in Toronto last season, but he had a 4-2 record, 3.57 ERA (4.47 FIP), 1.02 WHIP, and 37:7 K:BB in 40 1/3 innings. He might need to shake off a little rust, and he's no longer a fantasy ace, but Bieber should have streaming appeal in mixed leagues based on matchups. He's rostered in just under half of Yahoo leagues right now.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Milb.com

Jun 17, 2026, 3:40 PM ET

Many were surprised when South Carolina edge rusher Dylan Stewart decided to stay with the program after a 4-8 campaign, but the 2024 freshman All-American and 2025 All-SEC performer is back for at least one more season. Stewart is widely regarded as one of the best defensive players in the country after collecting 56 tackles (36 solo), 22.5 tackles for loss, 11 sacks, three pass deflections, six forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries through his first 24 career games. The standout turns 21 years old during his true junior season and could play his way into being a top-five pick in the 2027 NFL Draft if he lives up to his potential. With games against Alabama, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Georgia, and Clemson on the schedule, Stewart will have no shortage of attention on him heading into a big year for the Washington D.C. native.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: Sports Reference CFB

Jun 17, 2026, 3:32 PM ET

Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin (hamstring) was active during the team's mandatory minicamp practice on Wednesday, according to Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports. Franklin appears to be over a hamstring injury that prevented him from playing in the loss to the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game back in January. In his second year in the NFL in 2025 after the Broncos made him a fourth-round pick in 2024 out of the University of Oregon, the 23-year-old took a big step forward with 65 catches for 709 yards and six touchdowns on 104 targets in 17 regular-season games (seven starts). He only had 28 receptions (53 targets) for 263 yards and two touchdowns in 16 games (six starts) as a rookie in 2024. Franklin's fantasy stock is trending down going into his third year in the league, though, primarily because the Broncos gave up a first-round pick this year for veteran wideout Jaylen Waddle. Between Waddle and Courtland Sutton, there may not be many targets left over for Franklin as he competes for the No. 3 role in Denver in 2026. RotoBaller currently has Franklin ranked as the No. 86 fantasy WR in single-year, half-PPR leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: DNVR Sports - Zac Stevens

Jun 17, 2026, 3:26 PM ET

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton enjoyed a mostly successful first season as a starter, completing just under 70% of his passes for 2,894 yards, 24 touchdowns, and five interceptions. He added 462 yards and an additional 10 touchdowns as a runner, leading Georgia to an SEC Championship win and a spot in the College Football Playoff. Despite this, Stockton is not widely included in the conversation of the best signal-callers in college football. Stockton takes care of the football and delivers when Georgia needs him to more often than not. With another full offseason as the starter, Stockton could take a significant step forward after a great first year in the QB1 role. By season's end, he could be a unanimous top quarterback in the country.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

Jun 17, 2026, 3:23 PM ET

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (ankle) took part in seven-on-seven drills during the team's second mandatory minicamp practice on Wednesday, according to Nick Kosmider of The Athletic. On his first throw of the day, Nix hit second-year running back RJ Harvey for a touchdown during a red-zone drill with a well-placed ball. Nix is recovering from offseason surgery for a fractured ankle that he suffered in the Divisional Round win over the Buffalo Bills in January, and he had a follow-up procedure in April. Head coach Sean Payton has said that Nix is expected to be a "full-go" for training camp at the end of July, which means that, barring a setback, the former University of Oregon product should be ready for a Week 1 Monday night showdown against the division-rival Kansas City Chiefs. The 26-year-old has been a top-10 fantasy QB in each of his first two years in the NFL, but in what should be a more balanced offense under Payton in 2026, and coming off ankle surgery, fantasy managers are better off targeting the third-year signal-caller as a high-end QB2 with upside in drafts later this year.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Athletic - Nick Kosmider

Jun 17, 2026, 3:18 PM ET

Iowa running back Lendon Phillips Jr., who transferred from South Dakota State this offseason, is expected to make an immediate impact for the Hawkeyes in 2026. Iowa is known for having a strong ground game to complement its fierce defense, which should allow Phillips, who tallied 1,920 rushing yards and 20 total touchdowns last season, a chance to flash. Phillips also has pass-catching chops, arriving at the program with 28 receptions for 195 yards. Iowa's offensive woes have prevented it from seriously competing in the Big Ten, but playmakers from the portal could give the Hawkeyes a chance to turn things around and stun some of the conference's elite teams on their schedule.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN

Jun 17, 2026, 3:15 PM ET

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (hamstring) is scheduled to take at-bats in a live batting practice session on Thursday, according to Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register. Hernandez could go on a minor-league rehab assignment early next week, according to manager Dave Roberts. As long as the veteran outfielder doesn't suffer a setback on his rehab assignment, he could be back in the Dodgers' lineup late next week/weekend. The 33-year-old Dominican has been out for over two weeks with a strained left hamstring. At the time of his injury, the two-time All-Star was hitting .276/.348/.436 with a .785 OPS, seven home runs, 31 RBI, 30 runs scored, and two stolen bases in 51 games across 204 plate appearances in 2026. Hernandez had picked things up offensively in May, batting .325 (27-for-83) with three home runs, four doubles, 14 RBI, 14 runs, and a stolen base in 24 contests. When healthy, Hernandez is excellent in points leagues for his run production in the heart of the Dodgers' stacked batting order. He's rostered in 86% of Yahoo leagues and should not be floating around on the waiver wire anywhere.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Orange County Register - Bill Plunkett

Jun 17, 2026, 3:11 PM ET

According to On3, Oklahoma has signed general manager Jim Nagy to a four-year, $4.6 million contract extension. Nagy was previously the Executive Director for the Reese's Senior Bowl and joined the Sooner program last offseason. Since taking on the job, Nagy has helped Oklahoma retain and attract talent, including a high-level transfer portal class heading into the 2026 campaign. The general manager title is still relatively new in college football, but people like Nagy having success will lead to more programs adopting the position. "[Having Nagy] is a tremendous advantage for us," Oklahoma athletics director Roger Denny said. "And we want to preserve that advantage as long as we can."--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: George Stoia III

Jun 17, 2026, 3:05 PM ET

Just days after quarterback Brendan Sorsby exited the Texas Tech program and decided to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft, Sorsby's agent, Ron Slavin, said Cincinnati knew about his gambling addiction. He claims the Bearcats program should be "catching heat" instead of Texas Tech. "They knew for two years and never said anything or didn't do anything about it," Slavin said via "105.3 The Fan in Dallas". "That's the part of the story that gets lost." It was previously reported that Cincinnati knew about his gambling behavior in August of 2025, but Sorsby still played an entire season for them after the fact. It remains to be seen if Cincinnati will receive punishment after this has come to light.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: On3

Jun 17, 2026, 3:00 PM ET

According to 24/7 Sports.com, five-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead committed to LSU on Wednesday. The 6'4" rising high school senior is the No. 1 player out of the state of Virginia and the No. 4 edge prospect in 247Sports Composite Rankings. Virginia Tech, South Carolina, and Ohio State were among the other programs in Whitehead's top schools. This is a big win for the Tigers, who have no shortage of recruiting resources. Assuming he ultimately lands on campus in Baton Rouge, he could be an immediate impact player in Blake Baker's defense in 2027.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller
Source: 247Sports

Jun 17, 2026, 2:58 PM ET

Tampa Bay Rays right-handed pitcher Griffin Jax is becoming a more useful fantasy option as he settles into a starting role. Across 44 innings, the 31-year-old owns a 1-5 record, 3.68 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and 41 strikeouts. The overall WHIP is not ideal, but Jax has been better since moving into the rotation, posting a 3.00 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and 27 strikeouts over his last seven starts. Over his last two outings, Jax has been even sharper, not allowing an earned run with a 1.00 WHIP (across 10 frames). The former high-leverage reliever also brings high-end whiff potential after recording 99 strikeouts out of the bullpen last season. Workload remains the main caveat, as Tampa Bay has been careful while stretching him out, which may limit his win upside in the short term. The 32% Yahoo roster rate keeps the door open in many leagues, making Jax a viable deeper-format target for managers looking for rotation help with emerging strikeout appeal.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 2:57 PM ET

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (back) was a partial participant on the first day of mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, and head coach Dan Campbell said he could be cleared for the start of training camp in late July, according to Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press. "We like where he's going," Campbell said. "He's trending the right way." A herniated disc in his back limited the 25-year-old to just nine games in 2025, and he underwent surgery in November. LaPorta didn't take part in full-speed team drills in earlier offseason workouts this spring, but he's getting close to being a full-go for training camp this summer. The former second-round pick (34th overall) in 2023 out of the University of Iowa burst onto the scene in his rookie campaign and led all tight ends with 86 catches on 120 targets for 889 yards and 10 touchdowns in 17 games. He took a slight step back in Year 2 with a 60-726-7 line in 16 starts before catching just 40 passes for 489 yards and three scores last year. The offensive situation in Detroit hasn't changed much since LaPorta's strong rookie season, and with his price coming down after his injury in 2025, LaPorta is a potential TE1 value play in fantasy drafts as an obvious bounce-back candidate if he stays healthy. RotoBaller has him ranked as the No. 9 fantasy TE for 2026.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Jun 17, 2026, 2:47 PM ET

ESPN's Field Yates believes that former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who is applying for the NFL's supplemental draft, has starting QB upside at the next level. It's unclear what level of interest Sorsby will receive from NFL teams after admitting to placing bets on a variety of sports. The NCAA denied Sorsby's request for reinstatement in May, but a Texas judge granted him a temporary injunction in early June, making him eligible for the 2026 college season. But after a Big 12 lawsuit against Texas Tech and backlash around his eligibility, Sorsby has decided to leave for the NFL. NFL analyst Ben Solak thinks the Arizona Cardinals are the most obvious team that would be interested in Sorsby, as their current QBs are veterans Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew, and rookie third-rounder Carson Beck. Solak thinks Sorsby would "easily clear" Beck as the potential franchise signal-caller in the desert. The New York Jets are another team that could be interested, with veteran Geno Smith set to be the starter in 2026. Sorsby is clearly a better developmental prospect than fourth-rounder Cade Klubnik.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN.com - Field Yates

Jun 17, 2026, 2:44 PM ET

Kansas City Royals left-handed pitcher Noah Cameron remains a useful waiver-wire option for fantasy managers searching for pitching depth. Across 70 innings, the 26-year-old has a 3-4 record, 4.11 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 64 strikeouts. The season-long ERA is not especially exciting, but Cameron has been much better over his last seven starts, posting a 3.05 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and 36:6 K:BB across 38 1/3 innings. The caveat is his latest outing, when he allowed four earned runs on seven hits, including two home runs, over 4 1/3 innings against the Houston Astros. That start adds some short-term risk, but Cameron's recent stretch keeps him above the standard streamer tier in deeper leagues. His 42% Yahoo roster rate leaves enough room for fantasy managers to act where steadier back-end rotation help is needed.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 2:36 PM ET

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (knee), who remains limited to seven-on-seven work at mandatory minicamp this week as he continues to rehab from a surgically repaired ACL, said that "the expectation" is for him to be ready for 11-on-11 team drills during training camp this summer, also he added that he'll need clearance from his doctor for that to happen, according to Will McFadden of the team's official website. McFadden writes that in anything movement-related, Penix has "looked sharp and shown no signs of discomfort." But the Falcons are taking a cautious approach with the former first-rounder. "Each and every day I'm trying to get better," Penix said after practice. "Doing whatever I can to help this team win football games, that's the ultimate goal." It sounds like Atlanta's true QB competition between Penix and Tua Tagovailoa won't come until Penix can do everything in training camp. The 26-year-old Penix is a major durability concern with a lengthy history of torn ACLs, and without a guaranteed starting job, his fantasy stock has fallen considerably heading into 2026 in both dynasty and redraft formats.--Keith Hernandez
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Will McFadden

Jun 17, 2026, 2:34 PM ET

New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones is starting to showcase his upside on the MLB level. The club's No. 6 prospect is hitting .239 with two home runs, seven RBI, four runs, one stolen base, and a .731 OPS over 46 major-league at-bats. However, Jones has been more productive since re-joining the Yankees in June, posting a .318/.423/.636 slash line with one double and two home runs. The power upside is the selling point. Jones posted a .949 OPS with 13 home runs, 48 RBI, and nine stolen bases over 156 at-bats at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre before getting a longer look with New York. The strikeout risk is substantial, so he is not a safe batting-average play. Still only 8% rostered on Yahoo, Jones is a worthwhile deeper-league pickup for fantasy managers willing to chase impact power before it fully arrives. With Aaron Judge, Trent Grisham, and Giancarlo Stanton on the injured list, Jones should see stable at-bats in this lineup, making him a worthy target for those in five-outfielder leagues, looking for power production.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 2:28 PM ET

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Wednesday that wide receiver Drake London (undisclosed) is dealing with a small injury that the team is being cautious with, according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN. London could have practiced, but the team is "being careful." The Falcons must protect their investment after giving London a four-year, $141 million contract extension at the beginning of June. The 24-year-old former eighth overall pick in 2022 out of the University of Southern California should be fine for the start of training camp at the end of July, and he's the unquestioned WR1 for either quarterback Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr. (knee) going into his fifth year in the NFL. London caught 68 of his 112 targets for 919 yards and seven touchdowns in 12 starts in 2025 despite missing five games due to injury. He's a clear WR1 target in fantasy football drafts, and although better play at the QB position could unlock even more from London, managers cannot bank on that from either Tagaovailoa or Penix.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi

Jun 17, 2026, 2:25 PM ET

Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Cade Cavalli is building a stronger waiver-wire case behind his improving strikeout production and command. Across 74 2/3 innings, the 27-year-old owns a 4-4 record, 3.98 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and 81 strikeouts. The season-long WHIP remains a concern, but Cavalli has been steadier over his last seven starts, posting a 3.83 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 41 strikeouts over 40 innings. Cavalli's walk rate keeps him from being a completely safe ratio play, and he has not worked beyond five innings in any of his last three outings. However, over these last seven starts, Cavalli has walked just eight hitters (1.8 BB/9), compared to the much higher 4.4 BB/9 he posted over his first 34 2/3 innings, suggesting he is taking major strides forward. With his Yahoo roster rate at 33%, Cavalli remains widely available to managers looking for a pitcher trending in the right direction and possesses solid strikeout upside.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 2:18 PM ET

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Kirby Yates remains a speculative waiver-wire option for fantasy managers chasing saves, but the role is not completely stable. Over 13 1/3 innings, the 39-year-old has one save, a 4.05 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts. The season-long ratios are not ideal, but Yates has settled down recently with three straight scoreless appearances, allowing no hits and one walk while striking out four over three innings. The main issue is role clarity. Ryan Zeferjahn and Sam Bachman remain part of the late-inning picture, and Zeferjahn recently earned his second save of the season on June 12. Still, Yates has the most closing experience in the group and remains firmly in the mix if Los Angeles continues rotating ninth-inning chances. At 28% rostered on Yahoo, he is a reasonable short-term pickup for fantasy managers who need saves and can tolerate some bullpen uncertainty.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 2:10 PM ET

Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed pitcher Ryne Nelson is back on the waiver radar for fantasy managers looking for rotation depth. Through 83 1/3 innings, the 28-year-old owns a 3-5 record, 4.97 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, and 62 strikeouts. Those season-long ratios are not especially exciting, but Nelson has been better since the start of May, posting a 3.75 ERA and 1.11 WHIP over 57 2/3 innings. Nelson also rebounded from a rough outing against the Miami Marlins by holding the Los Angeles Angels to two earned runs over seven innings in his latest start. The strikeout ceiling is modest, so he is not the same type of waiver target as a high-upside bat-misser. Still rostered in just 51% of Yahoo leagues, Nelson remains available enough to help fantasy managers in deeper formats who need innings, matchup flexibility, and steadier back-end rotation production.--Bruno Mulé
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 1:50 PM ET

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that catcher Will Smith (neck) is "unlikely" to come off the 10-day injured list when he's eligible on Friday, according to Jack Harris of The California Post. Smith went through a full day of work on Tuesday, but his neck is still bothering him. Roberts said the team is trying to get him to a place where he won't regress before rejoining the major-league roster. In the meantime, the Dodgers will continue to roll with Dalton Rushing as their primary backstop. The 25-year-old left-handed hitter has been solid behind Smith this year, slashing .262/.353/.508 with an .861 OPS, eight home runs, 21 RBI, and 21 runs scored in his 122 at-bats. In comparison, Smith is batting .249/.338/.382 this season with a .720 OPS, six long balls, 23 RBI, and 23 runs scored in his 173 at-bats in his eighth year in the big leagues. The three-time All-Star should remain rostered in most fantasy baseball leagues as the Dodgers' starter when healthy. Smith is rostered in 84% of Yahoo leagues while he's on the IL.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris

Jun 17, 2026, 1:44 PM ET

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani's left-knee inflammation is not behind him, and manager Dave Roberts told 570 LA Sports' David Vassegh that it will be managed moving forward. Ohtani was held out of a game last week with knee inflammation, but he started the last four games at designated hitter for the Dodgers. The four-time All-Star is making his scheduled start on the mound on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays, but he won't be in the lineup as the DH. It appears to be a day-to-day situation for the Japanese All-Star, with his next chance to return to the batting order coming on Friday against the visiting Baltimore Orioles after a scheduled off day on Thursday. The 31-year-old veteran left-handed slugger hasn't looked compromised at the plate at all lately, going 18-for-49 (.367) with five home runs, three doubles, a triple, 11 RBI, and 14 runs scored in 13 games in June. Ohtani has also gone deep five times in his last nine games. We think he'll be alright, and he's obviously a must-start as both a hitter and pitcher when he's active in fantasy.--Keith Hernandez
Source: 570 LA Sports - David Vassegh

Jun 17, 2026, 1:05 PM ET

The Detroit Tigers announced on Wednesday that they activated right-hander Casey Mize (groin) from the 15-day injured list and placed infielder Gleyber Torres (oblique) on the 10-day IL with a left-oblique strain in a corresponding move. Mize is returning from an adductor strain that has kept him sidelined since May 27. In his only minor-league rehab start, the 29-year-old went five innings and threw only 55 pitches last Tuesday, so we'd advise against using him as a streamer on Wednesday, even in the favorable matchup at Daikin Park. The former first overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft out of Auburn University has kept the positive momentum going this year after being named a first-time All-Star in 2025 in his fifth year in the majors. Mize is returning to a 2-3 record, career-best 2.27 ERA (2.40 FIP), 0.96 WHIP, 49:12 K:BB, and career-high 26.5% walk rate in 47 2/3 frames over his nine starts. He is rostered in 62% of Yahoo leagues and is worth a pickup off the waiver wire for additional rotation depth in mixed leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Tigers PR

Jun 17, 2026, 12:58 PM ET

A third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson was unable to carve out a meaningful role in his team's offense as a rookie. Johnson spent the season stuck behind Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell on the Steelers' running back depth chart and finished the year with just 28 carries across 10 games played. While Gainwell departed Pittsburgh in free agency, the team replaced him with former Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle. As a result, Johnson once again appears likely to be limited to RB3 duties for the Steelers in 2026. However, he'll get a chance to work with a new coaching staff in his second NFL season, which could be the clean slate that Johnson needs to revitalize his pro career. The 22-year-old recorded over 1,500 rushing yards and 23 total touchdowns across 12 games in his final collegiate season at Iowa, so he has some untapped rushing potential. For dynasty managers in the midst of a rebuild, Johnson could be worth targeting as a buy-low trade candidate.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 12:57 PM ET

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (oblique) is going back on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a left-oblique strain, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. Torres reinjured his oblique on Monday in the series opener against the Houston Astros and was held out of the starting lineup the last two days. He will now miss even more time, and this is the second time he's been on the IL this year with the same injury. Torres missed over a month last time around, so fantasy managers should expect the middle infielder to miss at least that much time again. Hao-Yu Lee has started at the keystone for Detroit the last two games with Torres out, and he should share time at the position with utility infielder Zach McKinstry through the mid-July All-Star break. It's a tough time for the 29-year-old Torres to get hurt again, as he was hitting .341 (14-for-41) with two homers, four doubles, seven RBI, and eight runs scored in 11 games since returning from the IL the first time on June 2. Torres is a strong source of average and on-base percentage when he's healthy, but he might not be back until late July or early August.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Detroit News - Chris McCosky

Jun 17, 2026, 12:49 PM ET

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez continues to rake at Triple-A Memphis while pushing towards a debut in the big leagues in 2027. In a 12-5 win over the Triple-A Nashville Sounds on Tuesday, Baez went 4-for-5 at the plate with four home runs and seven RBI to boost his season batting average to .282 and his OPS to .976. The 22-year-old former second-round pick in 2021 is now hitting .282/.345/.631 with 23 home runs, 58 RBI, 12 stolen bases, and 52 runs scored in 62 games and 281 plate appearances with Memphis in 2026. It's hard to ignore what the 6-foot-3, 220-pound outfielder has done in the minors this year after hitting 20 bombs a year ago. Baez has been especially hot lately, clearing the fences 12 times in his last 18 games played. Per MLB Pipeline, he's St. Louis' No. 3 prospect, behind left-hander Liam Doyle and catcher Rainiel Rodriguez. Baez's raw power and 30-homer potential at the big-league level make him an obvious stash candidate now, perhaps even in mixed redraft formats.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Milb.com

Jun 17, 2026, 12:46 PM ET

Across 16 games in 2025, Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram recorded 50 catches for 461 yards and one touchdown on 76 targets. It was a disappointing output for the veteran tight end, who had averaged just under eight targets per game over the previous two seasons as a member of the Jacksonville Jaguars. While Denver did not add any significant competition for Engram to its tight end room over the offseason, his target volume could be in line to fall even further in 2026. The Broncos acquired star wideout Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins, whom they will add to an already strong wide receiver corps that also includes Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin, Pat Bryant, and Marvin Mims Jr. Given that Engram is entering his age-32 season and has several players ahead of him in the pecking order for targets in Denver, a significant bounce-back in his fantasy production looks unlikely. Dynasty managers should be looking to sell Engram for whatever they can get ahead of 2026.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

Jun 17, 2026, 12:38 PM ET

Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara has yet to return to his early-season power production, but he remains firmly in the mix to debut in the coming weeks. Lara agreed to a seven-year extension with the Brewers earlier in June, suggesting the team views him as a major piece of the roster going forward. The outfielder began the 2026 season with Triple-A, marking his first taste of the top level in the minor leagues. Following a hot start, Lara has seen his power production gradually decline as he has carried a .286/.406/.357 line with no home runs (and only two doubles) over his last 16 games of action. Before this skid, Lara held a .506 SLG with seven home runs over his first 47 games. Power was never a strong component of his profile, but if he can return to this early-season level of play, Lara could make a strong push to join the Brewers ahead of the All-Star break. His five-category potential makes him a priority outfield prospect to stash in 12+ team leagues.--Andy Smith
Source: MiLB.com