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Drake Maye Returns To Saturday's Game
According to the New England Patriots, rookie quarterback Drake Maye (head) has returned to Saturday's game. Maye left the field after their first offensive drive after taking a hard hit to the head. He was seen in the blue medical tent and eventually went to the locker room. However, Maye was able to return and […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoNathan MacKinnon Dishes Out Three Helpers During Friday's Victory
Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon tallied three assists during their victory over the Utah Hockey Club on Friday evening. MacKinnon tallied the primary assist on Artturi Lehkonen's opening goal in the second period. Later in the third, MacKinnon would tally the secondary assist on Lehkonen's second strike of game, which would eventually serve as the […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoRobert Thomas Strikes Twice On Friday Evening
St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas scored two goals during their victory over the Nashville Predators on Friday evening. Thomas opened the scoring on an unassisted wrist shot goal in the opening minute which beat netminder Juuse Saros. Thomas would not get back on the scoresheet until later in the final frame where he scored […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoDmitri Voronkov Scores Twice, Tallies Assist On Friday
Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Dmitri Voronkov scored two goals and added an assist during Friday's victory over the Boston Bruins. Voronkov tallied his helper on Adam Fantilli's goal in the second frame. Later in the period Voronkov would strike twice, both times on the power-play. His first PPG came on a backhand shot while […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoJacob Markstrom Stands Tall On Friday
New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced en route to defeating the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday evening. The Devils were outshot in this game, but the 34-year-old was able to lead them to a victory. Markstrom's lone mistakes came on an Eric Robinson rebound goal in the opening […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoAlex Tuch Leads Buffalo With Hat-Trick Performance
Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch scored a hat trick in their victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday evening. Tuch scored his first goal of the evening on a tip-in in the first period. Tuch would then score his other two goals in the final frame. He first scored on a wrist shot in […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoMitch Marner Scores Hat Trick In Friday's Victory
Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Mitch Marner scored a natural hat trick to lead the way in Friday's victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Marner scored his first goal of the evening in the opening frame on a slap shot which beat netminder Cam Talbot. Later in the period, Marner would strike again, this time […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoCorbin Burnes Inks Six-Year Deal With Arizona
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, right-handed pitcher Corbin Burnes has signed a six-year $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks have recently begun to make some noise on the market, trading for first baseman Josh Naylor a week ago and are now signing the top pitcher on the market. Last summer in […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoWill James Conner Play Tonight? Fantasy Football Injury Update For 'Saturday Night Football'
Arizona Cardinals running back James Connor (knee) left last weekend's game early with a knee injury. The starting running back was able to practice all week in a limited capacity but still carries a questionable tag into Saturday's game. Will Conner play against the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday night? Let's dive into his injury […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoToday's NHL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/28/24)
Hello, RotoBallers! The NHL season is in full swing, and we have another action-packed Saturday slate. In this piece, I will discuss my favorite forward lines to target, defensemen, and goalies in tonight's action. Be sure to keep updated with any injury notes on our newsfeed before setting your lineup. If you have any questions […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoLate Slate: Daily Fantasy Football Week 17 NFL DFS Lineup Picks on DraftKings and FanDuel (2024)
Welcome back to our late slate Week 17 DFS picks article here at RotoBaller! In this piece, I will examine my top daily fantasy football lineup plays for the late slate in Week 17 of the NFL season. In Week 17, we have two games on the NFL DFS late slate on DraftKings and FanDuel […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoWill Trey Benson Play Tonight? Fantasy Football Injury Update For 'Saturday Night Football'
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Trey Benson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's divisional game against the Los Angeles Rams. Benson was able to log three limited sessions this week but carries a questionable tag and is in danger of missing his second-straight contest. Will Benson play against the Los Angeles Rams in Week […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoCoco Montes Signs Minor League Deal With Tampa Bay
According to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, infielder Coco Montes has signed a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays. Montes logged 64 games at the Triple-A level in the Rockies organization and held an impressive .335/.414/.551 line with 16 doubles, nine home runs, and a 37:54 BB:K ratio. Montes also spent […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoTim Hill Linked To The Yankees
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Yankees are looking to add left-handed pitchers to their bullpen and have been linked to Tim Hill,among others. Hill finished the 2024 campaign in the Bronx after starting the season with the Chicago White Sox. Across 67 innings of relief last summer, the southpaw held […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoTeoscar Hernandez Returning To Los Angeles On Three-Year Deal
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, free-agent outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a three-year contract worth $66 million. Throughout the offseason, the 32-year-old expressed interest in a reunion, and now both sides have agreed to a deal. In his first season as a Dodger, Hernandez spent […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoMasataka Yoshida On The Trade Market
According to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com, the Boston Red Sox attempted to move designated hitter Masataka Yoshida in a deal that would have brought right-handed pitcher Luis Castillo to Boston. Feinsand reported that the Mariners were looking to acquire first baseman Triston Casas in exchange for Castillo, but rejected the deal as the Red Sox […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoBailey Horn Designated For Assignment
The Detroit Tigers have designated left-handed pitcher Bailey Horn for assignment earlier on Friday. This opened up a roster spot for second baseman Gleyber Torres who agreed to a one-year contract with Detroit. Horn made his major league debut last summer and held a 6.50 ERA and a 1.78 WHIP across 18 innings of work. […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoCommanders Defense Projects To Be Low-End Streaming Option In Week 17
The Washington Commanders defense should be viewed as a desperation streaming option this weekend when they face the Atlanta Falcons. Last weekend, they could not contain Saquon Barkley as he tallied 150 yards and two scores on the ground. This week they have another tough matchup ahead of them facing Bijan Robinson. However, the pass […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoZane Gonzalez A Risky Streaming Option Against Atlanta
Washington Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez is a risky streaming option in Week 17 when he faces the Atlanta Falcons. Gonzalez has filled in for the injured Austin Seibert (groin), who has been on the IR since Week 12. As the replacement option, Gonzalez has gone 3-for-5 on attempts and a perfect 14-for-14 on extra points. […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoZach Ertz A Risky Play In Week 17
Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz is a risky play this weekend facing the Atlanta Falcons. Ertz suffered a concussion during their Week 15 victory over the New Orleans Saints but was able to turn the corner in time to suit up last weekend. However, the veteran tight end caught just one of his two […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoJamison Crowder Slated For Increased Role
Washington Commanders wide receiver Jamison Crowder is set for an increased role on Sunday evening against the Atlanta Falcons. With Dyami Brown (hamstring) ruled out, Crowder now sits as the No.3 wide receiver on the depth chart. Crowder played the hero last weekend, catching two of his four targets for two touchdowns, including the game-winning […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoOlamide Zaccheaus A Viable Flex Option In Week 17
Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus is set for an increased role on Sunday evening with Dyami Brown (hamstring) ruled out. Last weekend, Zacchaeus made the most of his opportunities by bringing in five of his eight targets for 70 yards and two scores. Zacchaeus saw his role increase once Brown exited early with a […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoJeremy McNichols Not A Viable Fantasy Option In Week 17
Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols should not be started in any format this weekend when he faces the Atlanta Falcons. Even with Austin Ekeler (concussion) sidelined, McNichols has only seen a light uptick in opportunities. Instead, Brian Robinson Jr. has taken on more passing work. Over the past two weeks, McNichols has logged just […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoBrian Robinson Jr. Looking To Rebound Against Atlanta
Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. is looking to bounce back when he faces the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night after a disappointing Week 16 output. Last weekend against Philadelphia, Robinson ran for just 24 yards on 10 attempts and lost two fumbles. Even though the Commanders were trailing for most of the contest, […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoJayden Daniels Carries QB1 Upside On Sunday Night
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels should be locked into all lineups on Sunday evening when he faces the Atlanta Falcons. Daniels is coming off one of the most impressive wins of his rookie campaign, where he threw five scores and tallied 339 all-purpose yards in a comeback victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Over his […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoChris Olave Listed As Questionable For Week 17
According to John Hendrix of Sports Illustrated, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Olave was able to log three consecutive full practices this week, which puts him in a good position to return to action. The top wideout has been sidelined […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoMarshon Lattimore Out For Week 17
According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Washington Commanders defensive back Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) will not play on Sunday evening against the Atlanta Falcons. After making his Washington debut in Week 15, Lattimore sustained another injury to his hamstring last weekend. Lattimore missed time earlier this season due to his hamstring and could be […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoTerry McLaurin Off The Injury Report, Is A Must-Start Option In Week 17
According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (ankle) is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. McLaurin opened the week as a non-participant and was able to upgrade to limited participation the following day. This suggests that his ankle injury […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoDeshaun Watson Agrees To Contract Restructure
According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Cleveland Browns and quarterback Deshaun Watson have agreed to restructure his contract. As a result, this will provide the Browns more relief on their cap space over the remaining years of the deal. However, this move also suggests Watson will remain on the Browns next season. […]
Andy Smith 2 weeks agoAlvin Kamara Ruled Out For Week 17
According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Kamara was unable to suit up last weekend and will attempt to turn the corner in time for their final matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, […]
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