Blake Mitchell Tabbed As Top Kansas City Hitting Prospect For 2024

MLB Pipeline named catcher Blake Mitchell as the Kansas City Royals' top hitting prospect of the 2024 season. Mitchell, who was selected with the eighth overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft, enjoyed a solid first full taste of professional ball. Mitchell spent most of the summer with Single-A and held a .238/.376/.439 slash line. […]

Anthony Davis Likely To Play On Sunday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. The big man continues to deal with a lingering foot issue, but remains listed as probable for this game. Possibly, Davis sees less minutes if this game gets out of hand quickly. The Lakers would likely […]

Al Horford Could Sit Out On Sunday

Boston Celtics center Al Horford (toe) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The big man appears to have suffered a toe injury at some point during Friday's game and is now in danger of sitting out on Sunday. If he sits, Neemias Queta would likely see more run on […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/1/24)

It’s great to be back in the swing of things in the NBA, RotoBallers. In these articles, I focus on the top plays, traditionally geared toward cash games. However, with over a decade of NBA DFS experience under my belt—and as someone who rarely dives into cash formats—I'm selecting picks that also typically come with […]

Ben Rice Dubbed Yankees' Top Hitting Prospect For 2024

MLB Pipeline named first baseman/catcher Ben Rice New York's top hitting prospect of the 2024 season. Rice opened the summer by getting his second look at Double-A and performed quite well as he posted a .261/.382/.511 line with 13 home runs across 49 games. The 25-year-old then earned the call to Triple-A and continued to […]

Auston Matthews Tallies Two Assists In Return

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews tallied two helpers in his return on Saturday evening. The captain missed the previous nine contests with an upper-body injury. However, the superstar looked sharp in his return, tallying two points to lead Toronto to victory. His first assist came on the opening goal by Matthew Knies. Later in […]

Andre Drummond Leaves With Ankle Sprain, Will Not Return

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (ankle) went up for a rebound in the first quarter and landed on the foot of Tobias Harris. He was then helped off the court and couldn't put any weight down on his foot. The team has reported that he suffered a sprained ankle and will not return to Saturday's […]

Jusuf Nurkic To Sit On Saturday

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (quadriceps) will come out of the lineup on Saturday against Golden State. The big Bosnian is dealing with a quadriceps injury and will be sidelined for the third time this season. Nurkic's absence opens the door for Mason Plumlee to log another start. He's been averaging nearly a double-double as […]

Zach Edey To Remain Out On Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against Indiana. The rookie big man will be absent for a seventh straight contest due to an ankle sprain. Before going down, Edey started the season well, averaging 11.1 points and 6.9 rebounds in 20.1 minutes. Brandon Clarke has been starting during […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Returns To Action Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will suit up against Washington on Saturday. Per Eric Nehm of The Athletic, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has announced Antetokounmpo is "good" for the game after the team initially listed him as probable on the injury report. He'll be back in action after missing one game with a […]

Justin Kirkland Unavailable Saturday

Calgary Flames center Justin Kirkland (lower body) will miss Saturday's meeting with Pittsburgh. The 28-year-old suffered a lower-body injury in Friday's 5-2 defeat against Columbus. Kirkland has found decent success as a fourth-line forward, producing two goals and six assists in 21 appearances while delivering 45 hits. Adam Klapka, who is scoreless through five outings […]

Pavel Buchnevich Out On Saturday

St. Louis Blues forward Pavel Buchnevich (lower body) will not play in Saturday's contest against Philadelphia. He was injured Wednesday night versus New Jersey. Buchnevich is not expected to miss extended time and will get his first chance to return on Tuesday against Winnipeg. Alexandre Texier will take over Buchnevich's duties on the first line. […]

Jaxson Hayes Could Miss Up To Three Weeks

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (ankle) will be sidelined for 2-3 weeks, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 24-year-old has appeared in only one game since logging 21 minutes in the November 10 win over the Toronto Raptors. Hayes hasn't done much to benefit fantasy managers this season, averaging only 6.4 points and 4.5 […]

Nick Richards Might Return Against The Hawks

Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (rib) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks. The 26-year-old last played in the November 1 meeting with the Boston Celtics. However, he's been on the shelf since. With Grant Williams (knee) and Mark Williams (foot) on the shelf, the Hornets could certainly use him back on the floor, […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (11/30/24)

It’s great to be back in the swing of things in the NBA, RotoBallers. In these articles, I focus on the top plays, traditionally geared toward cash games. However, with over a decade of NBA DFS experience under my belt—and as someone who rarely dives into cash formats—I'm selecting picks that also typically come with […]

Connor McMichael Records Three Assists In Friday's Win

Washington Capitals forward Connor McMichael turned into a playmaker in Friday's contest against the Islanders, finishing a 5-4 overtime victory with three assists. He had two helpers on the power play. McMichael has mostly impressed with his goal-scoring in 2024-25, lighting the lamp 13 times, but he's now also in double figures for assists. Through […]

Today's NHL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (11/30/24)

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 […]

Jusuf Nurkic On The Injury Report For Saturday

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (quadriceps) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Golden State. The big man has spent plenty of time on the injury report throughout the 2024-25 campaign. However, a quad contusion is the latest ailment jeopardizing his availability. If Nurkic can't suit up, Mason Plumlee, averaging 9.7 points and 11.0 boards in […]

Kevin Love Upgraded To Available

Miami Heat forward/center Kevin Love (back) will be active on Friday against Toronto. Back spasms kept Love out on Wednesday versus Charlotte, but he makes a quick return, with Miami upgrading him from questionable to available. The veteran big man has lost most of his fantasy appeal in Year 17 in the Association, averaging 6.6 […]

Jalen Smith Back For Bulls Friday

Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Friday against Boston. The 24-year-old missed Wednesday's clash against Orlando with an ankle injury and was initially regarded as questionable for Friday's NBA Cup action. Smith operates as Nikola Vucevic's backup, which limits his fantasy value. He has averaged 8.0 points and […]

Max Stassi Agrees To Minor-League Deal With Giants

Free-agent catcher Max Stassi (hip) agreed to a minor-league deal with the San Francisco Giants earlier this week, according to sources. Stassi hasn't seen action in the big leagues since 2022 with the Los Angeles Angels due to personal issues and after undergoing left-hip surgery in June. In the last two seasons, he's managed to […]

Luke Kornet Cleared To Face Chicago

Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet (hamstring) will play on Friday against Chicago. The big man has been battling a hamstring strain for a while. However, it won't keep him off the floor. But with Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford available, Kornet will have a tough time getting minutes, meaning fantasy managers need to keep him […]

Nicolas Claxton Returns To Nets Lineup

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (back) will re-enter the lineup Friday versus Orlando. He's been out for two games with a back issue, and the team initially listed him as questionable for the game. Claxton has been limited to 8.5 points and 7.7 rebounds in 24.5 minutes across 13 appearances this season. He's not a […]

Logan Stankoven Unavailable Friday

Dallas Stars forward Logan Stankoven (undisclosed) will come out of the lineup for Friday's meeting with Colorado. He's battling an undisclosed injury and will sit out his first game of the season. Offensively, Stankoven has gone missing in the most recent games, but the 2024-25 campaign has been a good one for him overall. The […]

Roope Hintz Returns To Action Versus Avalanche

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (undisclosed) will be welcomed back into the lineup for Friday's big battle against Colorado. He was forced to miss his first game of the season Wednesday night against Chicago due to an undisclosed ailment. Hintz will jump back on the top line and will work with the first power-play unit. […]

Auston Matthews To Return To Maple Leafs Lineup Saturday

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (upper body) will return to the lineup on Saturday versus Tampa Bay. The three-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner has been out for nine games but feels now ready to return. "In my mind, I'm playing tomorrow and I'm excited to be back," Matthews said. "I didn't forget how to […]

Jalen Smith Questionable For Friday

Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. Smith sat out of Wednesday's loss due to a left ankle sprain. The Bulls are likely going to wait and see how Smith feels pregame before making a final decision. E.J. Liddell played a season-high 17 minutes […]

Luke Kornet Uncertain For Friday

Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The big man is in danger of missing his third straight contest due to a hamstring issue. His absence won't mean too much for the Celtics rotation given the fact Kornet has only been playing minutes in […]

Nicolas Claxton In Danger Of Missing Another Game

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (back) appeared on the injury report yet again as he remains in injury management for his back. The defensive-minded big man has been on the report plenty to start out the year and has missed six games so far this season. He's also gone back and forth between starting and […]

Joel Embiid Ruled Out Against Pistons On Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee/personal) has already been ruled out for a fourth consecutive game. He's still undergoing injury management for his knee but the team added "personal reasons" to his injury report this time around. Embiid has only appeared in four games so far this season, but Paul George (knee) is at least […]