MLB DFS Picks Today: Daily Fantasy Baseball Strategy and Tips For FanDuel, DraftKings (5/3/25)

Welcome, RotoBallers, to another DFS breakdown. In this piece, we will analyze the top pitchers, hitters, and stacks to target for Saturday's MLB slate. We have a smaller main slate this evening, which will make stacking critical. Several pitchers are taking the mound this evening who do not carry the best metrics, which will form […]

Elijah Arroyo Recovered From Knee Injury

Seattle Seahawks rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo (knee) said that the knee injury that slowed him down during the pre-draft process is behind him. Arroyo didn't run the 40-yard dash at the scouting combine in February or at his Pro Day due to his knee injury, but the Seahawks estimated that the 6-foot-5, 254-pounder would […]

Hunter Greene Shuts Down Nationals, Fans 12 Over Six Innings Pitched

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Hunter Greene allowed two hits and one earned run over six innings pitched in Friday's 6-1 win over the Washington Nationals. He struck out 12 batters and issued just two free passes, improving to 4-2 to start the year. Greene was dominant through five innings, with the only run he allowed […]

Eagles Add Nine Rookie Free Agents

The Philadelphia Eagles signed undrafted rookie free-agent wide receivers Darius Cooper (Tarleton State) and Taylor Morin (Wake Forest), running backs Montrell Johnson (Florida) and Shunderrick Powell (Central Arkansas), linebacker Lance Dixon (Toledo), defensive backs Maxen Hook (Toledo), Brandon Johnson (Oregon), and BJ Mayes (Texas A&M), and offensive lineman (Hollin Pierce (Rutgers) on Friday. Cooper finished […]

George Springer Reaches Base Four Times In Win Over Guardians

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer went 1-for-1 with a home run in his team's 5-3 win against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday. The Connecticut native scored twice, walked twice, swiped a bag, and reached on an error (catcher's interference on a six-pitch at-bat). Springer was productive again as he continues his torrid stretch […]

Jihaad Campbell Not Taking Part In Rookie Minicamp

Philadelphia Eagles rookie first-round linebacker Jihaad Campbell (shoulder) was not participating in the team's rookie minicamp on Friday while he recovers from offseason shoulder surgery. It's no surprise that Campbell isn't ready to take part in on-field work after he tore his labrum and had surgery in March. The defending Super Bowl champions have no […]

Gunnar Hoglund Earns First Win In MLB Debut

Athletics starting pitcher Gunnar Hoglund pitched six innings of one-run ball to earn his first career victory against the Miami Marlins on Friday. He allowed six hits and struck out seven in the quality start. The former -- two-time -- first-round pick threw 56 of 81 pitches for strikes and induced 11 swings-and-misses (six on […]

Jerome Ford Agrees To Pay Cut

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Jerome Ford agreed to a pay cut with the team on Friday, reducing his 2025 salary from $3.486 million to a guaranteed $1.75 million, a league source told The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot. It means that free-agent RB Nick Chubb will likely not be re-signing with the Browns […]

Jaire Alexander Not Participating In Voluntary Offseason Work

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed that cornerback Jaire Alexander (knee) is not taking part in the team's voluntary offseason program. "I just know we're trying to work through it," LaFleur said. Alexander took part in the team's remote sessions last week, but it's not a big surprise that he's not doing any […]

Max Fried Stifles Rays Over Seven Scoreless Innings

New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried allowed one hit and no runs in seven innings pitched in his team's 3-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. The 31-year-old walked two and struck out six in the quality start, improving his record to 6-0 on the season. The veteran fired 61 of 92 pitches for […]

Christian Watson Working Hard In Recovery From Torn ACL

Per Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, wide receiver Christian Watson (knee) is doing well in his recovery from a torn right ACL that he suffered in early January of this year. "He's been outstanding. Great attitude and he's working hard. That's all you can ask of anybody," LaFleur said. It's good to hear […]

Fantasy Baseball Closer Depth Charts - MLB Bullpens and Saves

Saves are an important component for many fantasy baseball leagues. Closers are one of the most volatile positions in fantasy baseball, and one of the highest turnover positions in MLB. Each year, closers drop like flies and many MLB teams make in-season changes due to injuries or poor performance. Relief pitchers are becoming increasingly important for […]

Matt Vierling To Begin Rehab Assignment On Sunday

Detroit Tigers outfielder/infielder Matt Vierling (shoulder) has joined Triple-A Toledo on the road against Triple-A Worcester, a source told Baseball America's Emily Waldon. Vierling will get a few days of conditioning and is planning to serve as the designated hitter on Sunday for the Mud Hens. The 28-year-old has missed all of the 2025 season […]

Triston Casas At The Hospital, Expected To Be Out A While

Updating a previous report, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that first baseman Triston Casas (knee) suffered a significant knee injury in Friday's series opener against the visiting Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park and is currently at the hospital. The skipper said the team will know more on Saturday, but it's a safe bet […]

Josh Lowe Nursing Back Spasms, Hasn't Started Rehab Assignment

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe (back, oblique) has yet to start a minor-league rehab assignment, according to manager Kevin Cash. In addition to the strained right oblique that he suffered on Opening Day that sent him to the injured list, Lowe is nursing some back spasms that are unrelated to his oblique injury. The […]

X-Rays Come Back Negative On Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Forearm

Updating a previous report, the San Diego Padres announced that initial X-rays came back negative on outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (forearm) after he was hit by a Mitch Keller pitch and exited Friday's series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Tatis has been diagnosed with a left-forearm contusion and is receiving treatment. It […]

When Will CJ Abrams, Matt McLain, Zach Neto Return? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

The injuries are definitely piling up for fantasy managers as we head into May. Some notable players currently on the injured list include George Kirby, Shane McClanahan, Logan Gilbert, Sean Manaea, Blake Snell, Ronald Acuna Jr., and Mike Trout. Unfortunately, injuries are a major part of fantasy baseball, and this list will grow even longer […]

Jose Ramirez Diagnosed With Ankle Sprain

Updating a previous report, Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (ankle) was forced to exit early during Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. It appears Ramirez has suffered a mild right-ankle sprain while trying to beat out a single in the third inning. This probably isn't something that should land Ramirez on the injured […]

Patrick Bailey Resting On Friday

San Francisco Giants catcher Patrick Bailey (rest) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Bailey is off to a terrible start to the season as he's slashing .155/.209/.226 with zero home runs and nine RBI this season. He is 1-for-14 at the plate over his last four games, […]

Merrill Kelly Exits Early With Trainer On Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Merrill Kelly (undisclosed) was unable to make it through his full start during Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The right-hander was pulled out of the contest ahead of the sixth inning. Kelly went to warm up for the inning, but reportedly experienced some cramping, so he exited with the trainer. […]

Triston Casas Injures Knee, Taken Off On Stretcher

Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas (knee) was removed early during Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers and was placed on a stretcher after a scary-looking injury. Casas appeared to have suffered a knee injury while trying to make it to first base. This looked like an ugly injury, and Casas couldn't even get […]

Otto Lopez Makes Early Exit On Friday

Miami Marlins infielder Otto Lopez (ankle) was removed early during Friday's game against the Athletics. Lopez was pulled out in the second inning due to right ankle discomfort. The severity of the injury is unknown, but Lopez will likely undergo further testing to determine the severity of the issue. Javier Sonaja took over at second […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Exits Early On Friday After Hit-By-Pitch

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (forearm) was forced to exit early during Friday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 26-year-old was hit in the forearm by a pitch from Mitch Keller in the third inning. Tatis appeared to be obvious pain and was immediately removed from the game. The assumption is that Tatis […]

Damian Lillard Undergoes Successful Surgery

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (Achilles) underwent surgery on Friday to repair a torn left Achilles sustained during a postseason loss to the Indiana Pacers. There is no timetable for his return. The multi-time All-Star averaged 24.9 points in his second season with the Bucks, up from the 2023-24 campaign. Unfortunately, it wasn't nearly as […]

Jose Ramirez Leaves Early On Friday With Leg Injury

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (leg) left Friday's game early in the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays with an apparent right-leg injury after he went into the first-base bag awkwardly while trying to avoid a throw from right-hander Chris Bassitt. Before departing, J-Ram went 2-for-2 with a stolen base. Gabriel Arias shifted […]

Tyler O'Neill, Jordan Westburg "Days Away" From Returning

Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias said that outfielder Tyler O'Neill (neck) and infielder Jordan Westburg (hamstring) are more "days away" than "weeks away" from returning from the injured list. The Orioles are talking about whether either player needs to go on a minor-league rehab assignment before being activated from the IL. The oft-injured O'Neill […]

Andrew Kittredge To Begin Rehab Assignment On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge (knee) will start a minor-league rehab assignment on Sunday at High-A Aberdeen. Kittredge is ready to pitch in minor-league games after having arthroscopic surgery on his left knee back in spring training. Because of the long layoff, the Orioles probably will not be in any rush to bring the […]

Zach Eflin Will Make Rehab Outing On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin (lat) will start his minor-league rehab assignment with High-A Aberdeen on Sunday, according to MASN's Roch Kubatko. If things go well for Eflin on Sunday, the 31-year-old veteran hurler could be back in Baltimore's starting rotation late next week, potentially on May 10 in what would be a nice matchup […]

Grayson Rodriguez Could Resume Throwing Before End Of May

Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias said that right-hander Grayson Rodriguez (elbow, lat) will have re-imaging in a few weeks, and if the results come back positive, he could potentially resume throwing before the end of May. Elias still expects Rodriguez to return before the end of the year. Rodriguez has yet to pitch in […]