2 days agoCincinnati Reds first baseman
Christian Encarnacion-Strand (hand) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup against the Rangers. The right-handed slugger was hit by a pitch on the right hand in Monday's game and had to be removed from the contest. The X-rays on his hand came back negative, however, it appears the Reds will give him a day off anyway; he is considered day-to-day.
Jeimer Candelario will take over at first for Cincinnati while
Santiago Espinal will man third against the Rangers'
Nathan Eovaldi. Candelario is 2-for-7 with a 1:3 BB:K against the veteran righty, and Espinal is 1-for-9 with a 0:3 BB:K. Candelario, who is batting fifth, carries a much higher barrel rate in his career compared to Espinal, who is batting sixth, so the switch-hitting Candelario may be the better option in DFS formats.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Cincinnati Reds
2 days agoOn Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves designated relief pitcher
Jesse Chavez for assignment, and in a corresponding move, they selected the contract of reliever
Zach Thompson. Chavez signed on with the Braves last week and had his contract selected March 31, pitching two innings for Atlanta that day, only to be DFA'd the next day as the Braves' bullpen had been taxed and long-relief reinforcements were needed. Thompson will provide that, however, it remains to be seen how effective he will be. The 31-year-old missed all of 2024 recovering from flexor tendon surgery, and hasn't pitched at the major league level since 2022. In his limited major league action, the 6-foot-7 hurler owns a 4.44 ERA (4.42 FIP), 1.40 WHIP, and a 9.6 percent K-BB% over 196 2/3 IP. The righty is best left unrostered for fantasy, and as for Chavez, if he clears waivers, don't be surprised to see him back with the Braves soon.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Braves
2 days agoThe Tennessee Titans have re-signed defensive back/special-teams ace Justin Hardee Sr., according to NFL.com. The 31-year-old signed with Tennessee in October of last year and played in nine games for the organization, totaling three tackles (two solo). Originally undrafted out of Illinois in 2017, Hardee has primarily been a special-teamer in his eight-year career with the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, and Titans. He was named a Pro Bowler for his special teams work in 2022. Overall, Hardee has compiled 81 tackles (61 solo), one forced fumble, one interception, and two pass deflections in 109 career games.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
2 days agoWashington Commanders offensive tackle Brandon Coleman is moving to the right side of the line after starting at left tackle in his rookie season in 2024, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The franchise traded for Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil this offseason, and Coleman is expected to provide depth or competition behind starting right tackle Andrew Wylie. Coleman was a third-round selection out of TCU in the 2024 NFL Draft and played in 16 games (12 starts) a season ago. While this move doesn't directly affect fantasy football, a stronger offensive line and versatile depth at tackle can only help the prospects of
Jayden Daniels,
Austin Ekeler, and
Brian Robinson Jr.--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
2 days agoThe New York Yankees and relief pitcher
Adam Ottavino agreed to a one-year contract on Tuesday. The veteran was with Boston this spring but wasn't able to make the roster so he opted out of his minor league deal, allowing him to sign with another team. That other team will be the same one he was with from 2019-20. The righty pitched last season for the Mets and owns a career ERA of 3.49, a 1.28 WHIP, and 16.9 percent K-BB%. The 39-year-old will likely provide the Yankees with some middle relief help, and with some solid strikeout stuff left in the repertoire, he could feasibly be of help to managers in deep AL-only leagues, but that's about the extent of his fantasy relevance.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Associated Press
2 days agoThe Carolina Panthers are re-signing running back
Raheem Blackshear to a one-year deal, according to NFL.com. After going unselected in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Virginia Tech, Blackshear spent the 2022 preseason with the Buffalo Bills before landing with the Panthers, where he has been ever since. In his three-year NFL career, the 26-year-old has totaled 52 carries for 203 yards and three touchdowns on the ground and 16 receptions for 138 yards through the air in 41 games. With
Chuba Hubbard,
Rico Dowdle, and potentially
Jonathon Brooks (knee) in the Carolina backfield next season, it would be a surprise if Blackshear ends up on the fantasy football radar.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
2 days agoAtlanta Falcons quarterback
Kirk Cousins is not expected to participate in the team's voluntary offseason training program, according to head coach Raheem Morris. Cousins is just over a year removed from signing a four-year, $180 million contract ($100 million guaranteed) but was benched after throwing 18 touchdowns and 16 interceptions in 14 games last season for first-round rookie
Michael Penix Jr. The team has stated they are comfortable keeping Cousins on the roster as a backup, but he could still be cut or traded at some point before the 2025 regular season.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
2 days agoStarting in 2025, kickoff touchbacks will now result in the ball being spotted at the 35-yard line instead of the 30-yard line after the NFL owners voted to change the rule on Tuesday, according to NFL.com. The dynamic kickoff debuted in 2024, and this is seen as an enhancement to the new-look kickoff. The league saw 332 more kickoff returns in 2024 compared to 2023, and the new field position is expected to discourage kickoff units from kicking the ball into the end zone. While this does not directly affect all fantasy football leagues, some leagues reward points to individual players for kickoff-return touchdowns, and there could be more special-teams touchdowns, leading to more fantasy scoring for D/ST units starting next season.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
2 days agoUtah Hockey Club defenseman Olli Maatta (lower body) is viewed as a game-time decision for their contest on Tuesday evening against the Calgary Flames. Maatta was unable to play in their previous contest due to this injury. If he were to remain out of the starting lineup, fantasy managers should expect Nick DeSimone to remain in the starting lineup and on the bottom defensive pairing alongside Michael Kesselring. Before his injury, Maatta was riding a nine-game scoreless streak. During this offensive skid, the 30-year-old logged six hits and nine blocked shots. Through 70 contests this season, Maatta has found the back of the net twice and added 13 helpers with 29 hits and an impressive 113 blocked shots.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Belle Fraser
2 days agoBuffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (lower body) will remain out of the starting lineup on Tuesday evening when the Sabres travel to Ottawa to face the Senators. Greenway has missed the previous four contests due to this lower-body injury. Before his injury, Greenway was riding a 13-game scoreless streak. During this skid, Greenway logged 40 hits, 32 penalty minutes, and added nine blocked shots. Through 34 contests this season, Greenway has only found the back of the net three times and added five helpers. He has held a -4 rating and logged 100 hits with 45 penalty minutes. When he is cleared to return, fantasy managers should expect Greenway to return to his role in the bottom-six of the Buffalo offense.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: NHL.com
2 days agoDallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been negotiating directly with All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons on a long-term contract extension and is offering him a contract that would make him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL, according to DLLS Sports' Clarence Hill. The Cowboys have conducted all negotiations without Parsons' agent, David Mulugheta, and haven't talked with him since the scouting combine in late February. Parsons will not sign a new deal without his agent's approval, so this could be a sticking point in negotiations. The 25-year-old former 12th overall pick in 2021 out of Penn State has made the Pro Bowl in all four of his NFL seasons and has been a first-team All-Pro twice, having recorded a whopping 52.5 sacks in 63 regular-season games. Regardless of his contract situation, Parsons is an elite pass-rusher in IDP fantasy leagues.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: DLLS Sports - Clarence Hill
2 days agoCarolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (lower body) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's contest against the Washington Capitals. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour noted that this move is precautionary. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to their next game on Friday evening against the Detroit Red Wings. He is currently riding a six-game scoreless streak. During this skid, Staal has logged nine hits, two blocks, and held a -2 rating. Through 71 total contests this season, the 36-year-old has found the back of the net has found the back of the net 12 times and added 21 helpers. Staal has added 127 hits with 99 shots on goal. While Staal is out of the lineup, fantasy managers should expect Tyson Jost to remain in the starting lineup.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Chip Alexander
2 days agoWashington Capitals defenseman Matt Roy (personal) will not travel with the team when they face the Bruins in Boston on Tuesday evening. Roy is tending to a family matter. Fantasy managers should monitor his status, but he will likely also miss their next contest on Wednesday evening in Carolina. He will likely return to the starting lineup when the Capitals return to D.C. on Friday, even when they host the Chicago Blackhawks. While Roy is out of the starting lineup, fantasy managers should expect Dylan McIlrath to enter the lineup and play on the bottom defensive pairing alongside Martin Fehervary. Over his last five games, Roy has tallied three points (two helpers) with six hits and six blocked shots. Through 63 total games this season, Roy has scored three goals and added 21 helpers.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Bailey Johnson
2 days agoLas Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll said on Monday that the team is "working on it" in regards to a long-term contract extension with quarterback
Geno Smith. The 34-year-old veteran signal-caller turned down the Seattle Seahawks' initial contract offer after the scouting combine in February, which led Seattle to eventually trade Smith to the Raiders in a surprising move. Smith and Carroll will be working together again in 2025 after they were together in Seattle from 2020-23. Smith was a Pro Bowler in both 2022 and 2023 under Carroll, completing 67.4$ of his pass attempts for 7,906 combined passing yards, 50 touchdowns and 20 interceptions in 32 starts. The familiarity between the two is a plus, but other than tight end
Brock Bowers, Smith's weapons in his new home are questionable, at best, making him more of a QB2 target yet again in fantasy in 2025.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson
2 days agoTampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that he's optimistic that wide receiver
Chris Godwin (ankle) will be ready to play in Week 1 of the 2025 regular season. "I'm hoping he's on the field Week 1. I'll have more to know about that after [this] month goes on - see how he feels when he gets running and practicing and everything else," Bowles said. Despite suffering a dislocated left ankle in Week 7 of 2024 that sidelined him for the rest of the season, the Bucs re-signed Godwin this offseason to a three-year contract. The 29-year-old pass-catcher will continue to form an excellent one-two punch with veteran
Mike Evans when he's healthy, but there will be plenty of skepticism about his fantasy value until we see him get back on the field this offseason. The good news is he was averaging a career-high 19.7 PPR fantasy points per game last year before his injury.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
2 days agoBuffalo Sabres center Josh Norris (undisclosed) did not travel with the team on Tuesday when the Sabres went to Ottawa to face the Senators. Norris has missed each of the last nine contests with this same injury. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status, but Norris may not see many more opportunities during the regular season. The Sabres acquired the 25-year-old at the trade deadline from the Senators. Before his injury, Norris scored two goals and tallied two helpers over his last six contests. Through 56 contests this season, the 25-year-old has scored 21 goals and added 14 helpers. Norris has tallied 11 of his points on the power play and logged 96 shots on goal with 135 hits. While Norris remains out, Ryan McLeod will continue to operate as the No. 2 center in the Buffalo offense.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: TSN Ottawa
2 days agoLos Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead said he expects center Coleman Shelton, who was re-signed to a two-year deal in free agency this spring, to start again in 2025. Shelton started for the Rams in parts of the 2022 season and for all of 2023 before spending last year with the Chicago Bears. Due to injuries in 2024, rookie sixth-rounder Beaux Limmer ended up starting at center. While Limmer held his own in a starting role last year, the Rams wanted to upgrade at the position and improve the communication along the offensive line. The Rams will continue to develop Limmer in 2025, and he could also be used at guard. The 29-year-old Shelton also started all 17 regular-season games while with the Bears in 2024. It's good news for quarterback
Matthew Stafford and the rest of the Rams offense.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: The Athletic - Jourdan Rodrigue
2 days agoOttawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (upper body) will not play on Tuesday when the Senators host the Buffalo Sabres. The 25-year-old suffered this injury during their overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to the next contest on Thursday evening against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Over his previous five contests, Tkachuk has tallied just two points (both goals), added 12 hits, and held a +4 rating. Through 71 total contests this season, the former fourth overall selection has found the back of the net 29 times and added 26 helpers. He has logged 227 hits with 293 shots on goal, which increases his value in category formats. While he is sidelined, Fabian Zetterlund will likely play on the top forward line.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Bruce Garrioch
2 days agoThe Los Angeles Rams are open to drafting a quarterback this year, but they will not reach for one and understand that other teams might want to trade into the first round at their pick (No. 26) for a signal-caller, according to The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue. General manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay have expressed interest in bringing a young QB in to learn from veteran starter
Matthew Stafford. "Always open to drafting a quarterback," Snead said. "Usually another team who gets into that more serious level usually drafts that player earlier than we (would)." The Rams are in year-to-year mode with the 37-year-old Stafford, so it certainly would make sense to draft a young QB this year to groom him to eventually take over as the starter.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: The Athletic - Jourdan Rodrigue
2 days agoThe Los Angeles Rams will meet with agent Drew Rosenhaus, who represents star running back
Kyren Williams, at the annual league meetings this week to discuss a possible long-term contract extension, according to general manager Les Snead. After recording back-to-back 1,100-plus rushing yards and entering the final year of his rookie contract in 2025, Snead has said the team would like to "engineer a long-term partnership" with the 24-year-old Williams. However, both sides aren't exactly on the same page right now, and it could take time. Snead left open the possibility that Williams plays out the final year of his rookie deal without a new contract. He has become a surefire RB1 in fantasy, and his 14 rushing touchdowns in 2024 tied for fourth-most among RBs. The former fifth-rounder has become L.A.'s clear lead back and the centerpiece of their evolved running attack.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: The Athletic - Jourdan Rodrigue
2 days agoPittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II said that he has a good feeling about free-agent quarterback
Aaron Rodgers, and the signs are "pointing in that direction" for him signing with the team. Rodgers remains on the free-agent market, but the expectation has been that he will eventually land with Pittsburgh after
Russell Wilson signed with the New York Giants. NFL Network's Mike Garafolo said on Tuesday that Rodgers threw to Steelers wideout
DK Metcalf at UCLA over the weekend, which is just another sign that the future Hall of Famer will eventually sign with the Steelers this offseason as their new starting QB. The 41-year-old three-time MVP is doing his due diligence and is in no rush. It's also possible that Rodgers is waiting to make it official until after this month's NFL draft as to not affect the team's compensatory picks. At best, Rodgers will be a midrange QB2 in fantasy in Pittsburgh.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Gerry Dulac
2 days agoAlthough the San Francisco 49ers and quarterback
Brock Purdy still have yet to finalize a long-term contract extension this offseason, owner Jed York expressed optimism on Tuesday that the two sides are close to getting something done. "I think (contract talks have) been good," York said. "It's not conversations that I'm having. He's got to make a decision with what he wants to do. I don't think we're that far apart. I think we can sit down and get something done. Whenever he's ready, we're ready." Purdy still has one year left on his extremely affordable rookie contract, so technically the Niners don't need to be in a rush to extend him. However, the 49ers want to reward the 25-year-old after he made just $985,000 in 2024. Even though the Niners and Purdy had a down year last season and missed the playoffs, his new extension is expected pay him north of $50 million per year.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - Mike Garofolo
3 days agoColorado Rockies outfielder
Sam Hilliard has cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A. Hilliard was designated for assignment shortly before Opening Day when the Rockies claimed outfielder
Mickey Moniak off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels. Last season, Hilliard spent 58 games with the Rockies. Across this stint, Hilliard held a .239/.305/.507 slash line with five doubles and 10 long balls. He generated a modest .215 xBA but flashed upside power as he generated an elite 14.8 percent barrel rate and a 52.3 percent hard-hit rate. He also placed in the 88th percentile in sprint speed and swiped five bags. In 65 games with Triple-A last season, Hilliard held a strong .288/.374/.542 slash line with 14 home runs and 13 stolen bases. He is worth monitoring in NL-only leagues as he should be in the mix to return to the majors later in the summer.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Colorado Rockies
3 days agoPhiladelphia Phillies shortstop
Trea Turner (back), who was out of the starting lineup for the third straight day on Monday against the Colorado Rockies due to back spasms, appeared as a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning and walked before scoring the go-ahead run in the 6-1 victory in the team's home opener. Turner is expected to miss another game on Tuesday against Colorado, but he's clearly feeling better and is expected to return to the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest. The 31-year-old veteran is still searching for his first hit of the 2025 season after going hitless in his first six plate appearance with two walks, a strikeout and a run scored in just two games (one start). Fantasy managers will want to check back later on Tuesday to see if he's back in there, but most likely he won't be available again until Wednesday's game.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: MLB.com
3 days agoFirst baseman
Dominic Smith is returning to the New York Yankees on a minor league contract. Smith opted out of his previous minor league deal with the Yankees in March but will return to the Bronx after not finding another suitor. Fantasy managers should expect the 29-year-old to report to Triple-A and provide first base and outfield depth. Last season, Smith appeared in 93 MLB contests, with most of his time in Boston. Across this stint, the 29-year-old posted a .233/.313/.378 slash line with 22 doubles and six home runs. During the 2023 campaign, he spent the entire campaign with the Washington Nationals and held a .254/.326/.366 slash line. In 275 career games at Triple-A, Smith has posted a strong .293/.360/.455 slash line. He should be in the mix to return to the big leagues if the Yankees need additional depth at first base or in the outfield.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Max Goodman
3 days agoVeteran right-hander
Lance Lynn announced his retirement from professional baseball on his wife's podcast on Tuesday, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. Lynn was hoping to continue his playing career in 2025 and was even reportedly discussing a deal with the Chicago Cubs, but apparently nothing has come to fruition and he will instead hang up his cleats after 13 years in the big leagues. The 37-year-old was originally drafted in the first round (39th overall) in 2008 out of the University of Mississippi. Seven of his 13 MLB campaigns came in St. Louis, including his last in 2024 in which he went 7-4 with a 3.84 ERA (4.31 FIP) and 1.34 WHIP with 109 strikeouts and 44 walks in 117 1/3 innings over 23 starts. The two-time All-Star will finish his major-league career with a 143-99 record, 3.74 ERA and 1.28 WHIP with 23.7% strikeout rate in 2,006 1/3 regular-season innings. He won a World Series ring with St. Louis in 2011.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: New York Post - Jon Heyman
3 days agoThe Los Angeles Angels have designated right-handed pitcher
Michael Petersen for assignment. This transaction opened a spot for left-handed pitcher
Jake Eder, whom the Angels acquired from the Chicago White Sox for cash considerations on Monday. Last season, Petersen made his MLB debut and logged 19 2/3 innings in the majors. He posted a 5.95 ERA with a 1.63 WHIP. He tallied just 14 punchouts and served up a high 11 free passes. He spent most of his 2024 season with Triple-A Oklahoma City and posted a stellar 1.64 ERA with a 0.76 WHIP. He tallied 10 saves and held an 8:44 BB:K. Through the early part of the 2025 Triple-A campaign, Petersen tossed one 1/3 inning with Triple-A Salt Lake and allowed two earned runs. Given his success at Triple-A last summer, he may draw interest on waivers.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Los Angeles Angels PR
3 days agoThe New York Yankees announced on Tuesday that they placed right-hander
Devin Williams on the paternity list before their game in the Bronx against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. The team also signed right-handed reliever
Adam Ottavino to a major-league contract and added him to the active roster. To clear space on the 40-man roster, right-hander
JT Brubaker (rib) was transferred to the 60-day injured list. Williams will be away from the Yankees for anywhere from one to three days, so act accordingly with your fantasy lineups. In the meantime, the best bet to fill in for a save chance for the Yankees will be right-hander
Luke Weaver. To open his first year with the Yanks, Williams picked up a save on Opening Day last Thursday against his former team, the Milwaukee Brewers, but he also allowed an earned run while walking one and striking out two.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: New York Yankees
3 days agoThe Athletics have optioned left-handed pitcher
Hogan Harris to Triple-A Las Vegas. Harris tallied just one out in the majors during the opening week of the campaign. In a corresponding move, the Athletics claimed left-handed
Angel Perdomo on waivers. Last season, the 28-year-old logged 72 1/3 innings in the major leagues and posted a 2.86 ERA with a 1.35 WHIP. He tallied 61 punchouts and served up a high 33 free passes. He generated a modest 5.04 xERA with a .260 xBA, which suggests he will likely see some regression during the 2025 regular season. Across 142 career innings at the Triple-A level, the southpaw posted a high 6.40 ERA with a 1.75 WHIP. During this stint, he served up 94 walks. Fantasy managers should expect Harris to likely return to the majors as a relief option later in the campaign.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Martin Gallegos
3 days agoPerhaps one of the biggest conundrums for DFS this season is what to make of Jordan Spieth. The former Longhorn has returned to deliver the same gut-wrenching performances he did before his injury stint. Approach play has been all over the place, with him gaining over seven shots with his irons at both the Phoenix Open and his last start at Valspar. However, he lost strokes in large amounts in the three events in between. More frustrating is that most other metrics have been equally as much of a rollercoaster. The biggest reason for trusting Spieth this week is the incredible course history at TPC San Antonio, where he secured a victory in 2021. At $11,100 on FanDuel Spieth carries a ton of risk, but the winnable upside is there.
--Todd McGill - RotoBallerSource: Data Golf
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