Los Angeles, CA

This content was writter in partnership with DataSkrive. DataSkrive leverages a combination of human expertise, machine learning, and pre-built content libraries to assemble and personalize sports content. The Los Angeles Dodgers (71-51) are -139 favorites to break their two-game losing streak when they face the St. Louis Cardinals (60-61), losers...

Dodgers vs. Cardinals Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, August 16, 2024

Arizona State

Saint Petersburg, FL

This content was writter in partnership with DataSkrive. DataSkrive leverages a combination of human expertise, machine learning, and pre-built content libraries to assemble and personalize sports content. A three-game series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks will start on Friday, August 16 at 6:50 PM ET.

Tampa Bay Rays vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Series August 16-18: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

Los Angeles Dodgers On SI

A former Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop prospect was promoted by Tigers on Friday.

Ex-Dodgers Prospect Traded in Deadline Blockbuster Gets First Major League Call-Up

We have four great matchups in the early slate, with a $20,000 DraftKings Prize Pool, and only 18 days until opening kickoff on September 5. I will list my favorite plays at each position for today’s matchups and provide you with a core to build around in your main lineups. The preseason info can be tough to find, but I will include all updated news with the NFL DFS channel in the FTN Discord as lock approaches. Let’s dive in!

DFS Picks and Plays for NFL Preseason Week 2 (Saturday Early Slate)

San Francisco, CA

Oakland, CA

JP Sears will attempt to slow down Matt Chapman and the San Francisco Giants when they square off against his Oakland Athletics on Sunday at 4:07 p.m. ET. The Giants are favored in this one, at -169, while the underdog Athletics have +142 odds to win. San Francisco is the favorite on the run line (-1.5). The over/under is 7 runs for the contest.

Giants vs. Athletics Prediction, Odds, Picks - August 18

Sporting News

The Los Angeles Dodgers certainly must love what they are seeing from superstar slugger Shohei Ohtani right now.

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is 'on pace' to make MLB history

Houston, TX

Another day of Astros minor league action is in the books. See the results below!. AAA: Sugar Land Space Cowboys (74-43) lost 8-2 (BOX SCORE) Gusto got the start but struggled allowing 8 runs over 5 innings with 6 strikeouts. The offense got on the board in the 7th on an Amaya RBI single. They got another run in the 9th on a Salazar RBI single but that was it as Sugar Land fell 8-2.

Astros Minor League Recap: August 16th

CBS Sports

Only five players in MLB history have tallied 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases in the same season

Shohei Ohtani continues to swipe bases at record pace as Dodgers star aims to join exclusive 40-40 club

Philadelphia, PA

FanSided

The Philadelphia Phillies are looking for any positive light on this team. The NL East leaders have been going through a prolonged rough patch since the series before the All-Star break. It seems like the entire team has been struggling with the exception of a few players. Newest Phillies reliever...

Newest Phillies reliever avoids the chopping block with strong first impression

The Los Angeles Dodgers have reached the end of their seven-game road trip needing a win to avoid a losing record and dropping the series to the St. Louis Cardinals. The Dodgers went into the weekend set at Busch Stadium on a two-game losing streak and facing a Cardinals team that had fallen five in a row. L.A. and St. Louis traded victories through the first two games and now play a rubber match on Sunday afternoon.

Dodgers Vs. Cardinals Game Preview: Freddie Freeman Out Of Lineup

Minneapolis, MN

It isn’t often we get what appears to be a season-ending surgery this late into the offseason that has a chance to completely alter the fantasy landscape weeks before kickoff. With the recent news that J.J. McCarthy suffered a torn meniscus and is set to undergo surgery, we now...

The Best Leverage Stack In Best Ball Mania

Denver, CO

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On the night in January 2023 when volunteers counted people experiencing homelessness in Denver, no shelter beds were available for individuals or families, according to data provided by the National Alliance to End Homelessness. More than 2,500 individuals and 181 families slept outside, the data showed.

State of homelessness in Denver: Full shelters, surge in older adults

As we head toward the start of the 2024 NFL and fantasy football season, FTN Fantasy editor-in-chief Daniel Kelley is asking (and attempting to answer) the 100 most pressing questions in fantasy football. This is 100 Questions. Today: The San Francisco 49ers. It’s easy to forget now, but after starting...

100 Questions: Fantasy Football 2024 (San Francisco 49ers)

Aug 17, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder David Peralta (24) celebrates scoring in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports. Luis Campusano homered and singled, Manny Machado had four hits and the streaking San Diego Padres beat the...

Padres dispatch Rockies for 20th win in 25 games

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The San Francisco Giants (62-63) and Oakland A’s (53-70) wrap up a 2-game interleague series Sunday. First pitch from Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum is set for 4:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. A’s odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: A’s lead 2-1
In Saturday’s game between these Bay Area rivals, the A’s picked up a 2-0 home win behind RHP Osvaldo Bido, who tossed 6 scoreless innings for the 2nd consecutive outing. The Giants were limited to a total of just 4 hits in the shutout...

San Francisco Giants at Oakland A’s odds, picks and predictions

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With the weekend ending, this Sunday’s MLB DFS fantasy action could end the hot weekend with a bang. This Sunday’s 15-game MLB slate will have fantasy players end the weekend strong. Today’s games could end the weekend with fantasy cash prizes for players.

MLB DFS Best Start/Sits for 08/18/2024

The 2024 Fantasy Baseball Week 20 Waiver Wire highlights six MLB players as the top adds and pickups to make in Fantasy Baseball this week. Jace Jung and Trey Sweeney are the most recent callups of the Detroit Tigers. Both are outstanding players, but only one is listed as a top player to add from the 2024 Fantasy Baseball Week 20 Waiver Wire.

2024 Fantasy Baseball Week 20 Waiver Wire

Arkansas State

Fayetteville, AR

Trailer Empire

Joy Duggar Forsyth and her husband, Austin Forsyth, are turning the page on their Fayetteville, Arkansas chapter. The beloved former star of “19 Kids and Counting” and her family have placed their meticulously updated 1958 home on the market for $369,000, signaling a new journey ahead.

Joy Duggar and Austin Forsyth List Charming Fayetteville Home for $369K

Miami, FL

Queens, NY

Tonight’s 7-3 victory over the Miami Marlins at Citi Field was a much needed breakout night for the Mets, but especially for Brandon Nimmo, whose three-run homer was the pivotal moment of a six-run fourth inning that was the turning point of the game. Sean Manaea began his night...

Nimmo, Manaea, and the Mets bounce back

Dodgers Nation

The Los Angeles Dodgers will finally be getting their All-Star third baseman back. On Friday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told MLB Network Radio that Muncy will return to the Dodgers on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners. Muncy, who’s been out since May 15 with a lingering oblique injury, is finally healthy and ready to return to the Dodgers.

Dave Roberts Reveals When Max Muncy Will Return to Dodgers

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First Look: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (8/16)

We have a much smaller-than-usual eight-game MLB DFS slate to look forward to Friday night, with the Cubs playing their traditional home Friday day game in...

First Look: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (8/16)

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