Columbus, OH

With the Fourth of July drying near and schedules getting wonky, we have a Wednesday MLB DFS slate that looks and feels a lot like a Friday slate, with an 11-game slate that begins at 7:05 p.m. ET. So much for day baseball in July!. With our volume, we are...

First Look: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (7/3)

Major League Baseball announced the starting lineups for the 2024 All-Star Game this evening. The starting lineups are determined by fan vote. Starting pitchers and reserves, which are determined by a combination of player vote and the league office, will be announced on Sunday. Each team will eventually get at least one All-Star. 10 teams had at least one starter. The Phillies, which have three-quarters of the NL’s starting infield, lead the way.

MLB Announces 2024 All-Star Starting Lineups

The summer heat is reaching peak levels, and the best hitters across the MLB have all risen to the occasion as of late. As we begin this month of July, there is no doubt we are in clear hitter weather. I’ll back the hitter trends to remain consistent Friday night as we look into an AL Central/AL West weekend showdown.

MLB Best Bets – Free (Friday 7/5)

San Francisco, CA

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The San Francisco Giants (42-44) and Atlanta Braves (46-37) play the 2nd game of their 3-game series on Wednesday. First pitch from Truist Park is at 7:20 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Giants vs. Braves odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

San Francisco Giants at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions

Virginia State

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Virginia fans of The Young and the Restless have asked where Elena Dawson (Brytni Sarpy) has been. She has not been seen or mentioned in Genoa City for quite a while. There is nothing online about Sarpy's status, and Y&R spoilers for next week do not mention the character, so fans wonder if she has been let go.

Fans of The Young and the Restless are concerned about Brtyni Sarpy and Conner Floyd's status

There are hundreds of variables that go into fantasy football outcomes, but perhaps my favorite to really break down is coaching and schemes. Things change every year in the offseason, and new coaching staffs can really change the outlook for certain offenses and individual players. So let’s continue our rankings series with a look at all 32 coaching staffs in the NFL.

2024 Coaching Staff Rankings

Missouri State

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Independence Day brings fireworks, parades, a time to reflect on our nation’s nearly 250 years of history … and one of the best baseball slates of the entire year. Because it’s a holiday, we of course get a full 15 games, with every team in action, and the league spaced the games out — the first game starts at 11:05 a.m. ET (Mets at Nationals), and we’ll have action until late at night, with first pitch between the Diamondbacks and Dodgers scheduled for 9:10 p.m.

MLB Best Bets for Independence Day

Philadelphia, PA

Max Fried takes the mound for the Atlanta Braves on Friday against Bryson Stott and the Philadelphia Phillies. First pitch is at 7:20 PM ET for this first game in a three-game series. Here is everything you need to know to watch the Braves vs. Phillies game. Braves vs. Phillies...

How to Watch Braves vs. Phillies: TV Channel & Live Stream - July 5

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Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

Atlanta, GA

The Braves have signed outfielder Eddie Rosario to a minor league contract and selected Eli White to the big league roster, with Rosario starting at Triple-A Gwinnett before potentially joining the active roster. Rosario was swiftly picked up by Atlanta after being released by the Nationals, where his unimpressive performance led to his departure. If Rosario is promoted to the Braves' active roster, they will owe him a prorated portion of the Major League minimum salary, offsetting some of the $950K owed by the Nationals.

Atlanta Braves Add Eddie Rosario and Eli White: History, Performance, and Injuries Revealed

San Francisco Giants On SI

The Giants will be getting back a clubhouse leader and an everyday starter in the form of Mike Yastrzemski.

San Francisco Giants Reinstate Veteran Outfielder

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The MLB All-Star Game is fast approaching, and the rosters are starting to come into focus. With the starters being named Wednesday, all eyes shift to the player ballots, where the remaining 23 players on both the American League and National League squads will be selected by their peers. Naturally,...

2024 MLB All-Star Game: Selecting full rosters in both leagues

Kentucky State

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Houston, TX

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Reed Sheppard has landed in Houston. The former Kentucky guard, drafted as the third pick in the NBA Draft last week, was formally introduced by the Rockets in a press conference this week in Houston. He signed a rookie scaled contract that will pay him approximately $45.8 million in the first four seasons. The contract is guaranteed for the first two seasons with team options on the third and fourth year of the deal.

Houston coach Ime Udoka says Reed Sheppard a ‘perfect match’ for Rockets

Have you ever met someone who is wise beyond their age? Such people are often referred to as old souls. They understand life and the world better than many zodiac signs. A soul’s age doesn’t necessarily match a person’s actual age. Instead, it advances based on the life experiences someone has.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Old Souls

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Green Bay, WI

The new rookie class around the NFL gets all the attention over the summer. They’re the flashy new pieces for fantasy football, and of course they can be anything. But last year’s rookies aren’t fully formed yet. The players entering their second season aren’t the fancy new thing anymore. That can open up some value in fantasy drafts for players still due to break out, and it can lead to fantasy mistakes for players who had a good first season that turns out to be a mirage. Everyone knows Year 1 to Year 2 is one of the biggest jumps an NFL player can make, but this still happens.

2024 Second-Year Scouting Report: Dontayvion Wicks

Seattle, WA

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The Seattle Mariners claimed outfielder Duke Ellis off waivers from the New York Mets on Thursday.

Seattle Mariners Claim Former New York Mets Player Off Waivers

Kansas City, MO

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It's getting sticky outside, and the kids are home from school. They don't want to go to camp. You don't want to go work. Instead, let's all just stay home, enjoy the air conditioning, adopt a cat or two, and spend the rest of the summer chilling with the kitties.

These five cats will give you a major dose of summertime fun

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The Sweet Spot: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (7/5)

I’m going to approach things a little bit differently Friday, as the massive MLB DFS slate with few points of distinguishment between individual pitchers makes individual...

The Sweet Spot: MLB Fantasy Picks Today for DFS (7/5)

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