Nolan Schanuel Dealing With Back Injury

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel (back) has been dealing with a back injury and was kept out of the lineup in Saturday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Angels manager Ron Washington said he would give him Saturday and Sunday off, then play on Tuesday in Detroit. Schanuel has been one of the […]

Mickey Moniak Is Still Sore

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak (elbow) is out of the starting lineup Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays for a second consecutive day after being removed from Thursday's game with an apparent elbow injury. The 26-year-old is playing in his first major league season, where he has eclipsed the 100-game mark and is not […]

MJ Melendez, Paul DeJong Both Not In Lineup Saturday

Kansas City Royals catcher/outfielder MJ Melendez and shortstop Paul DeJong are starting Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers on the bench. Both players have been swinging hot bats recently, with Melendez slashing .278/.316/.500 and DeJong slashing .375/.423/.750 in their last seven games. This speaks to the strength and depth of the Royals lineup, as Bobby […]

Noelvi Marte Out Of Lineup Saturday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte will not get the start in the team's third game of the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Marte, who was ranked as the 29th-best prospect in 2023 (MLB Pipeline), has had an underwhelming season at the plate. In 44 games (157 at-bats), he is slashing .197/.235/.318 with four HR, […]

When Should I Draft Saquon Barkley? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

Over the past few NFL seasons, few football players have received as much attention as Saquon Barkley. Since entering the league, Barkley has been a dynamic force, known for his explosive playmaking abilities and versatility as both a rusher and a receiver.  This past offseason, Barkley left the New York Giants and signed with the […]

Will Wagner - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes (Week 23)

BALLER MOVE: Use as Streamer for Rest of Season / Stash in Dynasty Leagues CALL-UP ETA: In Majors ANALYSIS: Will Wagner, the son of legendary closer Billy Wagner, was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays at this year’s trade deadline from the Houston Astros as part of the Yusei Kikuchi return. The 26-year-old currently ranks […]

Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects Ready To Shine: Jasson Dominguez, Coby Mayo, Dylan Crews

August is now coming to an end, marking an exciting period for fantasy baseball enthusiasts. As we head into Week 23 of the MLB season, many rookies have already made their debuts, while several other standout players are still waiting in the minor leagues. I have found three more players poised to make a big […]

Who Should I Draft? Amon-Ra St. Brown vs. Ja’Marr Chase Fantasy Football Outlooks for 2024

Amon-Ra St. Brown and Ja'Marr Chase are two of the best wide receivers in the National Football League. Both have been great on the field over the past few seasons, making them prime targets in fantasy football drafts.  However, with each player's unique skill set and situation, deciding who to draft can be tough. Their […]

Pierre Strong Jr. Injures Rib In Practice

Cleveland Browns running back Pierre Strong Jr. (ribs) went into an ambulance on Wednesday after individual drills. It was then later reported by Cleveland’s head coach Kevin Stefanski that Strong suffered a rib injury. There are no more details yet. However, it’s a good sign that Strong was able to walk off the field himself. […]

Dalton Keene Has Torn ACL, Out For Season

Houston Texans tight end Dalton Keene (knee) tore his ACL in Saturday's preseason game against the New York Giants and will be out for the entire 2024 season. He was placed on injured reserve. This is a tough blow for the former third-round pick, projected to make Houston's Week 1 roster. Keene will now hopefully […]

Trey Lance Will Make The Cowboys 53-Man Roster

According to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, quarterback Trey Lance will be on the 53-man roster to start the season. Lance, selected third overall in the 2021 NFL draft by the San Fransisco 49ers, has had a rough start to his career and entered training camp as the Cowboys' QB3. However, Lance has had a […]

Deshaun Watson Limited In Practice On Wednesday

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (arm) was removed from practice early on Wednesday due to "general arm soreness," according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. The Browns' head coach, Kevin Stefanski, later said that this was a precautionary move and that he's "not overly concerned." Watson has missed most of the last few NFL seasons due […]

Treylon Burks Leaves Wednesday’s Practice Early

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks (undisclosed) left practice early on Wednesday after landing hard. As he was leaving with a trainer, he held his back/hip area but was still walking on his own. Burks, a former first-round pick back in 2022, has yet to play an entire season in the NFL, having only played […]

When Should I Draft Keon Coleman? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

As the 2024 fantasy football season approaches, savvy managers (such as yourself) are always on the lookout for breakout players who can provide significant value at a bargain draft price.  Keon Coleman, the dynamic wide receiver out of Florida State, is one such player who has generated considerable buzz in the fantasy community. With a […]

When Should I Draft Malik Nabers? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

Timing your draft picks in fantasy football can make or break your season, especially when it comes to selecting emerging talents like Malik Nabers. The former LSU wide receiver has all the tools to be a game-changer in 2024, and savvy fantasy managers are already eyeing him as a potential steal. But when is the […]

James McCann Homers, Logs Three RBI On Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles catcher James McCann went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer and three total RBI on Tuesday as the O's beat the New York Mets 9-5. Serving primarily as the team's backup catcher, McCann has had an up-and-down season in 2024 after dealing with multiple injuries (left ankle and oblique sprains). In 53 games (168 […]

Aaron Judge Doubles, Homers In Loss

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge went 2-5 in Tuesday's ballgame with a homer, double, walk, and three RBI as his team lost to the Cleveland Guardians 9-5 in extra innings. Judge is having a historically good season in 2024, as he currently leads the league in homers (45), RBI (114), and OPS (1.172). The […]

Matt Carpenter Homers In First Game Back From Injury

St. Louis Cardinals designated hitter Matt Carpenter (back) was responsible for his team's only runs of Tuesday's ballgame, as the Cards lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2. Carpenter came on as a pinch hitter in the eighth inning, hitting a clutch two-run homer off Nick Mears. This was Carpenter's first game back after being activated […]

Devin Williams Notches His Fifth Save In 2024

Milwaukee Brewers closer Devin Williams earned his fifth save of the season as his team beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2. Williams allowed two hits and struck out the side in the ninth inning. Williams, who missed most of the season recovering from a back injury, has not missed a beat since returning at the […]

Frankie Montas Pitches Seven Shutout Innings In Win

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Frankie Montas (6-8) pitched a gem on Tuesday as his team beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-2. Across seven innings, Montas gave up one hit, walked one, and struck out three. The nine-year MLB vet has had an up-and-down season (4.57 ERA in 23 starts) but has been much better since […]

Is Diontae Johnson Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

This offseason, the rebuilding Carolina Panthers went out and greatly improved their receiving corps. The Panthers traded Donte Jackson (and a pick-swap) with the Pittsburgh Steelers for Diontae Johnson and drafted Xavier Leggette with the 32nd pick in the 2024 draft.  This brand new 1-2 punch is a vast improvement over last season, and quarterback […]

When Should I Draft Zamir White? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

When it comes to fantasy football, you can never have too much information entering draft season, especially when it deals with drafting potential breakout candidates.  Zamir White, the 24-year-old former fourth-round pick, has a complicated outlook heading into the 2024 season. There are many reasons to believe he will break out and thrive as the […]

When Should I Draft Cooper Kupp? 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook

Oh, how quickly people forget. After an injury-filled and somewhat disappointing 2023 season, Cooper Kupp has (almost) universally fallen out of the elite tier of fantasy wide receivers.  However, all the stars have aligned with the 2021 Triple Crown winner and 2022 Super Bowl MVP to regain his superstar form and become a true difference-maker […]

Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects Ready To Shine: Dylan Crews, Tyler Gentry, Matt Shaw

It is now Week 22 of the MLB season! As we near the end of our 2024 fantasy leagues, we’ve already witnessed a significant number of prospects make their debuts and impact our matchups. However, there are still many highly regarded prospects in the minors who could soon have a major impact this summer or […]

Jahan Dotson, Olamide Zaccheaus, Luke McCaffrey - Who Is Washington's WR2?

The Washington Commanders are entering the 2024 season with a dynamic mix of talent at the wide receiver position. While Terry McLaurin remains the undisputed leader of the pack, the battle for the WR2 spot is heating up. Jahan Dotson, Olamide Zaccheaus, and Luke McCaffrey each bring unique skills to the table, making the decision […]

Kyle Manzardo - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 22 (2024)

BALLER MOVE: Stash in All But the Shallowest of Leagues CALL-UP ETA: August ANALYSIS: Kyle Manzardo currently ranks as the Cleveland Guardians' number three prospect and the 52nd overall in baseball, according to MLB Pipeline. Manzardo has spent the majority of his time in Triple-A this season; however, he spent several weeks with the Guardians […]

Dylan Crews - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 22 (2024)

BALLER MOVE: Must-Stash  CALL-UP ETA: Late August/Early September ANALYSIS: Dylan Crews, the second overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft, currently ranks as the third-best prospect in baseball (according to MLB Pipeline). The young phenom has quickly worked his way up all throughout the minor leagues and currently finds himself in Triple-A. Through 43 games […]

Impact Fantasy Baseball Prospects Ready To Shine: Jackson Jobe, David Festa, Jonatan Clase

As we enter Week 22 of the MLB season, we've already witnessed several rookies making their mark, but there are still some highly anticipated prospects waiting in the minors who could significantly impact their teams later this summer or fall. One thing I’ve learned here at RotoBaller is that you can never hear enough about […]

Kenley Jansen Notches His 22nd Save Of The Season

Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen recorded his 22nd save of the season as his club defeated the Texas Rangers 9-4. He struck out one over a 1 1/3 scoreless innings in Tuesday's victory. The veteran right-hander entered the game with two outs in the eighth inning and recorded a four-out save, retiring all four […]

Will Smith Homers, Tallies Up Three Hits On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith went 3-for-4 with a double, a solo shot, and two runs scored on Tuesday as his team beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-2. Smith has been on a bit of a cold streak as of late, slashing .140/.258/.228 in his last 15 games. However, the two-time All-Star has remained one […]