Cody Bellinger Is Scorching

Dodgers first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger is hotter than August (in August). Bellinger went 3-for-6 with two runs and an RBI Sunday against the Mariners. Throughout the month, Bellinger is batting over-.400 while getting on base over half the time. He only has three home runs, but with 15 RBI and five steals, his production is […]

Brian Dozier Has First Multi-Hit Game of Week

Dodgers second baseman Brian Dozier went 3-for-5 against the Mariners on Sunday. Dozier had been in a bit of a slump recently with only one hit in his last 16 at-bats. Along with the three hits, he managed to score two runs and steal his 11th base. The transition to the Dodgers has been a […]

Jason Vargas Pitching Less Poorly of Late

Mets starting pitcher Jason Vargas earned his third win of the season Sunday against the Phillies. This marks Vargas's second straight decent start. Luckily, these starts came against two or the six worst teams in the league against lefties, so this little streak may end sooner than a 16-team owner may hope. Vargas is just […]

Carlos Santana Blasts 18th Home Run of Season

Phillies' first baseman Carlos Santana hit his 18th home run of the season Sunday against the Mets. This shot drove in two runs in the sixth inning against Jason Vargas and put the only points on the board for Philadelphia. Santana is having his worst season since 2015. Hopefully, with the recent addition of Justin […]

Nick Pivetta Struggles Against Mets

Phillies starting pitcher Nick Pivetta had a rough outing against the Mets on Sunday. Pivetta allowed eight hits, one walk, and six earned runs in three and two-thirds innings but managed to strike out five. Fantasy owners are torn due to his inconsistency as his peripherals suggest that he is pitching better than he actually […]

Amed Rosario Stays Hot

Mets shortstop Amed Rosario was a driving force in Sunday's win against the Phillies. Rosario went 3-for-5 and drove in three runs, upping his RBI total on the week to eight. This was Rosario's third multi-hit game in four days (due to the doubleheader) and it might be time to transition from calling this a […]

Josh Hader Earns 10th Save Sunday

Brewers relief pitcher Josh Hader earned his 10th save of the season Sunday against the Cardinals. Hader struck out two batters in a clean ninth inning that only lasted nine pitches. The 24-year old left-hander has been incredible all season long (on the baseball field) and should continue to see save opportunities going forward. Hader […]

Jameis Winston Impressive Saturday

Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston put up a fantastic stat-line against Tennessee on Saturday. Winston went 13-for-18 with 226 yards and two touchdowns. However, it should be noted that he did not start this game. This is likely due to the fact that he is suspended for the first three regular season games of this season […]

Gio Gonzalez Shelled on Sunday

Nationals starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez took a tough loss Sunday against the Marlins. In 4.2 innings, Gonzalez gave up 10 hits and four walks resulting in eight earned runs. The only saving grace for fantasy owners from this start was the five strikeouts. August has been brutal for Gonzalez as this is his third start […]

Charles Sims' Injury Not Considered Serious

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Charles Sims (knee) injured his knee in Saturday's preseason game against the Titans but is reportedly OK. Sims' injury is not considered serious and his availability for week 1 of the regular season is not in doubt. The veteran back is in-line for a pass-catching role once again but has […]

Ronald Jones II Unimpressive Saturday

Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II had a rough day in Saturday's second preseason game. Jones II carried the ball four times and only gained two yards and no touchdowns. Fellow running back Peyton Barber had a much more impressive day on a similarly low volume and looks to start the season as the Bucs' […]

Bryce Harper Drives in Three Runs Thursday

Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper had a nice multi-hit game Thursday against St. Louis. Harper's bat powered most of the offense on the day by going 3-for-5 with three RBI. The all-star right fielder is not having most productive season per plate appearance but has been relatively healthy. 2018 is Harper's second 30 home run season […]

Tanner Roark Earns Quality Start Thursday

Nationals starting pitcher Tanner Roark earned a quality start and his fifth win in a row Thursday against St. Louis. Roark gave up three runs and only struck out one, but managed to pitch six solid innings. There has been an absolute 360 in Roark's season since his abysmal stretch from June to mid-July. He […]

Daniel Murphy Homers on Wednesday

Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy hit his sixth home run of the year Wednesday against the Cardinals. The dinger came in the top of the ninth inning against rookie Daniel Poncedeleon while trailing. The home run was more meaningful for Murphy's stat line on the year than anything because it seems as if he's slowly […]

Bryce Harper Hits 30th Home Run of Season

Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper hit his 30th home run of the reason Tuesday against the Cardinals. The dinger was his only hit of the night but it managed to score in Adam Eaton and get a rally going. The Nationals eventually lost yesterday's game and fell to .500 with 42 games left in 2018. If […]

Chandler Catanzaro Moving Past Missed Kicks

Buccaneers kicker Chandler Catanzaro missed an extra point and a field goal in the Bucs' preseason opener but has reportedly "moved on" from it. He watched the game tape a few days ago and noticed where the attempts when awry and will do everything to correct it going forward. Tampa Bay has had notable issues […]

Koda Glover Blows Ninth Inning on Monday

Nationals relief pitcher Koda Glover was put in the game during the bottom of the ninth Monday evening and gave up a walk-off home run to Paul DeJong. This was Glover's third appearance since activation from the disabled list and first opportunity in the ninth inning. With relievers Sean Doolittle, Kelvin Herrera and Ryan Madson […]

Anthony Rendon Back in Nationals Lineup

Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon (wrist) is back in the lineup Monday. Rendon had missed the past two games with a sore wrist but is back and will bat cleanup against the Cardinals. Rendon's elite ability to get on base is vital in the heart of Washington's order. With him, Murphy, and Zimmerman now healthy, […]

Peyton Barber Named Starter For Buccaneers

Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter came out on Monday and said that running back Peyton Barber is his starter. This news comes as a bit of a surprise to those who would have expected second-round pick Ronald Jones II to be handed the keys, but this should not set anything in stone. There are still […]

Cody Allen Earns Save on Sunday

Indians relief pitcher Cody Allen earned his 23rd save of the season Sunday against the White Sox. Allen has had a rough year thus far, so it is optimistic for owners to see him closing out games recently. The addition of Brad Hand has placed extra pressure upon Allen's shoulders as he now must navigate […]

Blake Treinen Shuts the Door for Oakland

A's closer Blake Treinen earned his 30th save of the season Sunday against the Angels. Treinen struck out the side with just 11 pitches which continued his dominance that has been unparalleled this season. His sub-one ERA and WHIP have been carrying fantasy owners' ratios all season. As long as Oakland continues to give him […]

Ryan Zimmerman Stays Hot Against Chicago

Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman got on base twice and drove in two runs Sunday night in Chicago. Zimmerman has been fantastic since the start of this fantasy week against Atlanta. Over these past six games, he has accumulated four runs, 12 RBI, and three home runs. The big issue with Zimmerman has always been […]

David Bote Walks Off in Chicago

Cubs third baseman David Bote saved the day in Chicago on Sunday by delivering a game-winning grand slam in the bottom of the ninth inning. Bote came up to the plate as a pinch-hitter, down three runs to the Nationals with the bases loaded and sent one deep against Ryan Madson. Despite Kris Bryant's extended […]

Ryan Madson Blows Save On Sunday, Reportedly Injured

Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson blew Sunday's game against the Cubs in the ninth inning. With closer Sean Doolittle and set-up man Kelvin Herrera on the disabled list, Madson was the next man up. He came in with a three-run lead, allowed one hit, then hit two batters and gave up a grand slam to […]

Cole Hamels Has Another Strong Start With Chicago

Cubs starting pitcher Cole Hamels was incredible Sunday night. He helped pitch Chicago to a win despite earning a no-decision. Hamels went seven innings, only allowed one hit, one run and struck out nine. This start was Hamels' third as a Cub, and all three have resulted in one earned run or less. This change […]

Max Scherzer Throws Gem On Sunday

Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer was his dominant self yet again Sunday against the Cubs. Mad Max pitched seven scoreless innings and racked up 11 strikeouts. The bullpen left him with an unfortunate no-decision, however, for fantasy owners, this outing was a win. Scherzer earned himself another quality start and will look to continue his […]

Trevor May (SP/RP, MIN) - Week 20 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 1% of leagues ANALYSIS: Trevor May has pitched less than five innings since the September 2016, yet he has a legitimate shot to earn some saves in Minnesota. The Twins have been without a true closer after trading veteran Fernando Rodney to the A's earlier this week. […]

Trevor Bauer Struck By Line Drive

Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer (ankle) left Saturday's game against the White Sox after being struck in the right ankle. Bauer dominated Chicago up until the seventh inning when a comebacker from Jose Abreu hit his leg and forced him out of the game. Through six and one-third innings, Bauer allowed two hits, one run […]

Edwin Encarnacion Hits Disabled List, Yandy Diaz Recalled

Indians designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (Biceps) has been placed on the disabled list with left biceps soreness. This move comes after an MRI, however, the exact details of the severity have not yet been disclosed. Encarnacion's age is something fantasy owners should have taken into account upon drafting him, so a few weeks off due to […]

Ronald Jones II Praised By Coach

Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II had his pass-blocking in Thursday's game praised by coach Dirk Koetter. Koetter stated that the rookie running back graded out as "pretty average." This is a step in the right direction given that reports of Jones II struggling to get blocking down in practice had come out a few […]