MLB:
September 13, 2025
Rockies Journal: Taking a swing at MLB expansion, realignment
Patrick Saunders
The Denver Post
With MLB expansion on the horizon, which teams look best positioned to gain fantasy value from reduced travel and a more balanced schedule?How would the 156-game plan influence fantasy stats—do pitchers or hitters gain more?Which expansion cities and realignment ideas are most likely to impact fantasy rosters in 2034?Which playoff format (12 teams) would best suit fantasy baseball in an era of expansion?
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Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Baltimore Orioles | MLB
Baltimore Orioles | MLB
Boston Red Sox | MLB
Boston Red Sox | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago White Sox | MLB
Chicago White Sox | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cleveland Guardians | MLB
Cleveland Guardians | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Detroit Tigers | MLB
Detroit Tigers | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Kansas City Royals | MLB
Kansas City Royals | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
San Diego Padres | MLB
San Diego Padres | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Texas Rangers | MLB
Texas Rangers | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Washington Nationals | MLB
Washington Nationals | MLB
https://www.denverpost.com/2025/09/13/rockies-mlb-..
September 13, 2025
Phillies' Trea Turner nears return, ready to swing bat after hamstring injury | Sporting News
@sportingnews
What is Turner's current rehab status and expected return date, and how should fantasy teams position for his late-season return?How could Turner's absence reshape the Phillies' lineup for the final weeks and potential postseason lineup?Which Phillies players are likely to see extra at-bats during Turner’s IL stint?What are the health risks if Turner re-aggravates the hamstring in October, and how should you hedge?
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Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
@Trea Turner | Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
@Trea Turner | Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/philadelphia-p..
September 13, 2025
Kody Clemens hits three homers, Twins walk-off Diamondbacks
Bobby Nightengale
@StarTribune
Given Clemens’s three-homer night, should fantasy managers move him into a regular lineup slot immediately?Who else in the Twins lineup is best positioned to capitalize on Clemens’s hot stretch?What are the best rest-of-season targets to pair with Clemens in fantasy lineups?Is this performance enough to change Clemens’s rest-of-season projection in standard leagues?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Corbin Carroll | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Corbin Carroll | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Gabriel Moreno | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Gabriel Moreno | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Kody Clemens | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Kody Clemens | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Luke Keaschall | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Luke Keaschall | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Matt Wallner | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Matt Wallner | Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Pablo López | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Pablo López | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Rocco Baldelli | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Rocco Baldelli | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Roger Clemens | | MLB
@Roger Clemens | | MLB
@Tommy Watkins | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Tommy Watkins | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB
https://www.startribune.com/kody-clemens-hits-thre..
September 12, 2025
Texas Rangers’ Adolis García not yet ready to return from the injured list
@dallasnews
Dallas News
With García nearing return, which Rangers bats should be prioritized in fantasy lineups this week?How does Seager’s potential early return affect Rangers’ offensive outlook for the Houston series?If Semien remains out longer, which Rangers players could absorb middle-infield duties and how would that shift fantasy projections?What field-access constraints in New York could influence bullpen usage or batting practice plans for Rangers during the Mets game?
Mentions:
@Adolis García | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Adolis García | Texas Rangers | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Bruce Bochy | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Bruce Bochy | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Corey Seager | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Corey Seager | Texas Rangers | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
@Marcus Semien | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Marcus Semien | Texas Rangers | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/09/..
September 12, 2025
Two-start pitchers: Paul Skenes leads a plethora of scintillating options for the week of September 15 - NBC Sports
@DaveShovein
NBC Sports
Which two-start options offer the best value for this week’s fantasy rosters?What is the best approach to streaming options for two-start weeks?How should you react to rotation changes that affect two-start viability?What is your top strategy for balancing risk and upside across two-start weeks?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Atlanta Braves | MLB
Atlanta Braves | MLB
@Carlos Rodón | New York Yankees | MLB
@Carlos Rodón | New York Yankees | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
@Jason Alexander | Houston Astros | MLB
@Jason Alexander | Houston Astros | MLB
@Kevin Gausman | Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
@Kevin Gausman | Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
@Logan Gilbert | Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Logan Gilbert | Seattle Mariners | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
Oakland Athletics | MLB
Oakland Athletics | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/tw..
September 13, 2025
Rockies Journal: Taking a swing at MLB expansion, realignment
Patrick Saunders
The Denver Post
With MLB expansion on the horizon, which teams look best positioned to gain fantasy value from reduced travel and a more balanced schedule?How would the 156-game plan influence fantasy stats—do pitchers or hitters gain more?Which expansion cities and realignment ideas are most likely to impact fantasy rosters in 2034?Which playoff format (12 teams) would best suit fantasy baseball in an era of expansion?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Baltimore Orioles | MLB
Baltimore Orioles | MLB
Boston Red Sox | MLB
Boston Red Sox | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago White Sox | MLB
Chicago White Sox | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cleveland Guardians | MLB
Cleveland Guardians | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Detroit Tigers | MLB
Detroit Tigers | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Kansas City Royals | MLB
Kansas City Royals | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
San Diego Padres | MLB
San Diego Padres | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Texas Rangers | MLB
Texas Rangers | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Washington Nationals | MLB
Washington Nationals | MLB
https://www.denverpost.com/2025/09/13/rockies-mlb-..
September 13, 2025
Phillies' Trea Turner nears return, ready to swing bat after hamstring injury | Sporting News
@sportingnews
What is Turner's current rehab status and expected return date, and how should fantasy teams position for his late-season return?How could Turner's absence reshape the Phillies' lineup for the final weeks and potential postseason lineup?Which Phillies players are likely to see extra at-bats during Turner’s IL stint?What are the health risks if Turner re-aggravates the hamstring in October, and how should you hedge?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
@Trea Turner | Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
@Trea Turner | Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/philadelphia-p..
September 13, 2025
Kody Clemens hits three homers, Twins walk-off Diamondbacks
Bobby Nightengale
@StarTribune
Given Clemens’s three-homer night, should fantasy managers move him into a regular lineup slot immediately?Who else in the Twins lineup is best positioned to capitalize on Clemens’s hot stretch?What are the best rest-of-season targets to pair with Clemens in fantasy lineups?Is this performance enough to change Clemens’s rest-of-season projection in standard leagues?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Corbin Carroll | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Corbin Carroll | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Gabriel Moreno | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Gabriel Moreno | Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Kody Clemens | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Kody Clemens | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Luke Keaschall | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Luke Keaschall | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Matt Wallner | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Matt Wallner | Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Pablo López | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Pablo López | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Rocco Baldelli | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Rocco Baldelli | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Roger Clemens | | MLB
@Roger Clemens | | MLB
@Tommy Watkins | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Tommy Watkins | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB
@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB
https://www.startribune.com/kody-clemens-hits-thre..
September 12, 2025
Texas Rangers’ Adolis García not yet ready to return from the injured list
@dallasnews
Dallas News
With García nearing return, which Rangers bats should be prioritized in fantasy lineups this week?How does Seager’s potential early return affect Rangers’ offensive outlook for the Houston series?If Semien remains out longer, which Rangers players could absorb middle-infield duties and how would that shift fantasy projections?What field-access constraints in New York could influence bullpen usage or batting practice plans for Rangers during the Mets game?
Mentions:
@Adolis García | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Adolis García | Texas Rangers | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
@Bruce Bochy | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Bruce Bochy | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Corey Seager | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Corey Seager | Texas Rangers | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
@Marcus Semien | Texas Rangers | MLB
@Marcus Semien | Texas Rangers | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/rangers/2025/09/..
September 12, 2025
Two-start pitchers: Paul Skenes leads a plethora of scintillating options for the week of September 15 - NBC Sports
@DaveShovein
NBC Sports
Which two-start options offer the best value for this week’s fantasy rosters?What is the best approach to streaming options for two-start weeks?How should you react to rotation changes that affect two-start viability?What is your top strategy for balancing risk and upside across two-start weeks?
Mentions:
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB
Atlanta Braves | MLB
Atlanta Braves | MLB
@Carlos Rodón | New York Yankees | MLB
@Carlos Rodón | New York Yankees | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Chicago Cubs | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Cincinnati Reds | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Colorado Rockies | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
Houston Astros | MLB
@Jason Alexander | Houston Astros | MLB
@Jason Alexander | Houston Astros | MLB
@Kevin Gausman | Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
@Kevin Gausman | Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
@Logan Gilbert | Seattle Mariners | MLB
@Logan Gilbert | Seattle Mariners | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Angels | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Miami Marlins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
Minnesota Twins | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Mets | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
New York Yankees | MLB
Oakland Athletics | MLB
Oakland Athletics | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Philadelphia Phillies | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
San Francisco Giants | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Seattle Mariners | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/tw..
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