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Red Sox Still Considering Garrett Whitlock's Role For 2025
The Boston Red Sox are still undecided regarding right-handed pitcher Garrett Whitlock's (elbow) role for the 2025 campaign, according to Christopher Smith of MassLive. Smith reported that the team plans to define his role soon. Last season, Whitlock logged only four starts before suffering a season-ending injury that resulted in an internal-brace surgery. Fantasy managers […]
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Cade Horton Set For Shoulder Exam
Chicago Cubs starting pitching prospect Cade Horton (shoulder) is set to undergo a shoulder exam later this month, according to Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune. If the 23-year-old passes the exam, he could then begin a throwing program. The No. 3 prospect in the Chicago system was sidelined since late May last season with […]
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Roki Sasaki Will Be Posted, Opens Door For 2025 MLB Debut
Free-agent starting pitcher Roki Sasaki will be posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, which opens the door for the 23-year-old to pitch in the MLB during the 2025 season. Sasaki is considered one of the most talented pitchers in the world and is expected to be one of, if not the top pitcher, on the […]
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Jared McCann Scores Game-Winner On Friday
Seattle Kraken left wing Jared McCann scored the game-winning goal in overtime to power the Kraken over the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday evening. The 28-year-old scored on a breakaway and beat Adin Hill on his backhand. McCann has now scored in each of his past two games and sits with season total of seven […]
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Kirill Kaprizov Scores Twice, Tallies Assist On Friday
Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov scored twice and tallied an assist in their victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Friday evening. Kaprizov scored his first goal of the evening in the opening frame off a wrist shot which extended the Minnesota lead to three goals. Then, in the final frame, the 27-year-old would tack […]
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Joel Blomqvist Sharp On Friday, Earns Third Victory
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Joel Blomqvist stopped 32 of the 34 shots he faced en route to defeating the Washington Capitals. After the Penguins gave the netminder a two goal lead, the Capitals would go one to score two straight courtesy of Rasmus Sandin and Andrew Mangiapane. However, Blomqvist was able to keep Washington off the […]
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Evgeni Malkin Tallies Two Points On Friday
Pittsburgh Penguins left wing/center Evgeni Malkin tallied a goal and an assist in their victory over the Washington Capitals on Friday evening. Malkin tallied the primary assist on the opening goal of the game scored by defenseman Erik Karlsson. Later in the third, Malkin would score his fifth goal of the season, which eventually served […]
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Mitch Marner Extends Point Streak To Seven Games
Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner extended his point streak to seven games with a goal and an assist in Friday's victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Marner opened the scoring by tallying his third goal of the campaign on the power-play off assists from William Nylander and Morgan Rielly. Later in the second, […]
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John Tavares Nets Two Goals In Friday's Victory
Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares scored twice to lead Toronto to a victory on Friday evening over the Detroit Red Wings. Tavares scored the eventual game-winner in the second period on the man-advantage on a wrist shot. Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly tallied the assists. Then, the 34-year-old would go on to score the […]
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Today's NHL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (11/9/24)
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 […]
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Rockies Claim Jimmy Herget Off Waivers
The Colorado Rockies have claimed right-handed pitcher Jimmy Herget off waivers. Herget was placed on waivers earlier this offseason by the Chicago Cubs. The reliever logged only 12 1/3 innings in the majors last season with the Atlanta Braves and held a 4.38 ERA and a 1.30 WHIP. During the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Herget […]
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Yankees, Mets Set To Discuss Contract Negotiations With Juan Soto In California
Both New York Mets and Yankees owners Steve Cohen and Hal Steinbrenner, respectively, are expected to fly to California to meet with top free-agent outfielder Juan Soto, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Cohen is set to meet with the 26-year-old and his agent, Scott Boras, sometime next week. Steinbrenner was not […]
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Nolan Arenado Could Be On The Trade Block
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado could be on the trade block, according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Arenado is currently under a $74 million dollar contract for the next three seasons. However, after missing the postseason in each of the past two seasons, the Cardinals could be interested in moving […]
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Zach Neto Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Could Miss Start Of 2025
Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (shoulder) underwent shoulder surgery earlier this week, according to Sam Blum of The Athletic. Blum noted that the young infielder sustained the injury during the final week of the regular season and could potentially be in danger of missing the start of the 2025 campaign. The former first-round pick […]
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Red Sox Unlikely To Deal Top Prospects For Garrett Crochet
The Boston Red Sox are unlikely to deal their top prospects in a trade for Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet, according to Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam of the Fenway Rundown Podcast. McAdam emphasized that the Red Sox are not interested in discussing any packages including outfielder Roman Anthony and potentially another member […]
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Commanders Defense Looks To Enjoy Another Strong Showing In Week 10
The Washington Commanders defense has enjoyed three consecutive strong performances but faces a tough task against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 10. Over the past three weeks, the Commanders have allowed a high of just 22 points and held their other to under 20 points in the other two outings. During this span, they have […]
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Austin Seibert Listed As Questionable For Week 10
Washington Commanders kicker Austin Seibert (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Seibert did not practice on Wednesday but was upgraded to limited capacity on Thursday and Friday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status over the weekend, as he may be a game-time decision. Since joining the Commanders […]
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Zach Ertz Projects To Be Low-End TE1 In Week 10
Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz should be viewed as a low-end TE1 heading into Week 10 despite his poor showing last weekend. Facing the Giants, Ertz had his worst showing of the season as he brought in his lone target for just five yards. However, during Weeks 6 through 8, Ertz scored at least […]
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Noah Brown Remains Risky Flex Option Facing Pittsburgh
Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown has scored at least double-digit PPR points in each of his past two games but remains a risky flex option in Week 10, facing a tough Steeler defense. After catching the game-winning Hail Mary in Week 8, Brown led all Washington pass catchers with five catches for 60 yards […]
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Terry McLaurin Remains High-End WR2 In Week 10
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin should be viewed as a high-end WR2 in Week 10 when he faces the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last weekend, the Commanders did not need to rely on their passing attack as often, which limited McLaurin's opportunities. However, he still brought in two of his three targets for two touchdowns and […]
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Chris Rodriguez Jr. Could See More Opportunities In Week 10
Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. could see increased opportunities with No. 1 running back Brian Robinson Jr. (hamstring) being ruled out for a second straight game in Week 10 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last weekend, Rodriguez surprisingly saw more attempts than the presumed No. 3 option Jeremy McNichols. In that game, Rodriguez tallied […]
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Austin Ekeler Should Be In Lead Role Again In Week 10
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler should operate as the lead running back for the second straight game with Brian Robinson Jr. (hamstring) being ruled out again. Last week, operating as the lead option, Ekeler scored a season-high 17.3 PPR points and found the end zone for the second time this season. He tied Chris […]
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Jayden Daniels Viewed As High-End QB1 Despite Tough Matchup
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels should be viewed as a high-end QB1 despite facing a tough Pittsburgh Steelers defense. Daniels continued his incredible rookie campaign last weekend against the New York Giants as he went 15-for-22 with 209 yards and two scores. He added 35 yards on the ground. During Weeks 6 and 8, […]
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A.J. Brown Off The Injury Report
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (knee) is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday's divisional battle against the Dallas Cowboys. Brown left last weekend's game early with a knee injury and logged a limited practice session on Wednesday. However, he was then upgraded to full participation on Thursday and remained in […]
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Dallas Goedert Cleared To Return In Week 10
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (hamstring) is off the injury report and expected to return to action in Week 10 to face the Dallas Cowboys. Goedert has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury in the opening quarter during their Week 6 tilt against the Cleveland Browns. In his absence, Grant Calcaterra has been […]
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Tank Dell Added To Injury Report, Listed As Questionable
Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell (back) was added to the injury report on Friday and is now listed as questionable for Sunday's game, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. This is not a positive sign for his status for this weekend's game, as the sophomore wideout practiced in full earlier in the […]
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CeeDee Lamb Off The Injury Report
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (shoulder) is off the injury report and expected to play on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Lamb sustained this shoulder injury last weekend during their loss to the Atlanta Falcons and logged two limited practice sessions on Wednesday and Thursday before upgrading to […]
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Nico Collins Listed As Questionable
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Detroit Lions. Collins has been on the injured reserve since Week 5 but was designated to return to practice earlier on Friday. During the practice session, Collins participated in a limited capacity. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]
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Trevor Lawrence Listed As Questionable For Week 10
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Lawrence sustained this injury last weekend in their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. During the week, the former first overall pick remained a limited participant in practice. Earlier in the […]
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Brian Robinson Jr. Ruled Out For Week 10
Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out for this Sunday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Robinson will now miss his second straight contest and set his sights on returning in Week 11 for a pivotal divisional matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles next […]
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