2017-01-26 20:49
The Calgary Flames are tweaking Johnny Gaudreau's line, and they have a nice matchup tonight against the Ottawa Senators Read More
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2017-01-26 20:23
Were there more flags than usual this season, and have penalties had a bigger impact on the outcome of games? Read More
2017-01-26 20:18
The Mavericks are without four key players tonight, giving guys such as Pierre Jackson a path to big minutes Read More
2017-01-26 19:57
Derrick Favors presents great value in an ideal matchup. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-26 19:46
Martin Jones will be in goal for the Sharks, who are the biggest favorite on tonight's 13-game slate. Which other players are worth looking into for NHL DFS? Read More
2017-01-26 18:49
The Falcons and Patriots have stellar offenses. Do they combine for the best offensive championship ever? Read More
2017-01-26 18:28
Nerlens Noel crushed value as the most popular player on Wednesday's slate, rewarding the two-thirds of lineups that had him. Which other players came in with high ownership? Read More
2017-01-26 18:20
The Rockies signed the free agent closer, and they may have their sights set on contenting for a playoff spot after a busy offseason. Are they crazy? Read More
2017-01-26 17:55
Nikola Jokic has been outstanding lately, and he gets great matchup tonight against the Phoenix Suns. Which other high-priced players are in a good spot on this four-game slate? Read More
2017-01-26 17:40
Thaddeus Young has a tough assignment tonight against Gorgui Dieng. Who else should you avoid in NBA DFS? Read More
2017-01-26 17:05
How does probability shake out for Super Bowl squares games heading into next Sunday's matchup between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons? Read More
2017-01-26 16:26
Eric Bledsoe and the Suns are taking on the Nuggets in what's expected to be a high-scoring affair. Bledsoe's performance in similar games throughout his career makes him an attractive optio… Read More
2017-01-26 16:17
The young point guard is finally starting in Atlanta, but his current standing in fantasy basketball ranks is modest at best. What exactly has gone wrong? Read More
2017-01-26 15:50
United paid a record transfer fee to land Pogba, but the star midfielder hasn't helped the Red Devils challenge for a title, causing some to question the move. Here's why the criticism isn't… Read More
2017-01-26 15:43
Ricky Rubio has been playing quite well recently, but a deep point guard player pool should keep his ownership in check tonight. Who else will fly under-the-radar? Read More
2017-01-26 14:54
Lou Williams caught fire last night and scored 31. Who joined him in the perfect lineup? Read More
2017-01-26 14:00
The Atlanta Falcons thrived this season on passes at least 16 yards downfield. The New England Patriots' defense excelled at stopping these same passes. Which side holds the edge for Super B… Read More
2017-01-26 13:58
Rajon Rondo, Michael Carter-Williams, and Jerian Grant have all started at point guard for the Bulls this year. Which player is the best fit for the job? Read More
2017-01-25 22:25
The Terps are 18-2 and tied for first in the Big Ten, but they’re flying under the radar. What gives? Read More
2017-01-25 21:50
What's so unique about these four young studs? And how are they doing it? Read More
2017-01-25 20:59
Shoulder troubles limited Brantley to only 11 games last year. Is he worth the risk in season-long leagues in 2017? Read More
2017-01-25 20:40
Nerlens Noel should see big minutes with Joel Embiid and Jahlil Okafor on the shelf. Which other injury situations will impact tonight's DFS slate? Read More
2017-01-25 20:31
Matthew Dellavedova is thriving in his return to the starting lineup. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-25 20:17
Frederik Andersen is in a great spot tonight against the Philadelphia Flyers. Which other NHL players should be on your radar for Wednesday's DFS contests? Read More
2017-01-25 20:14
With superstars and values aplenty on Wednesday, Goran Dragic could go overlooked despite an elite matchup. Who else should you target? Read More
2017-01-25 19:58
Atlanta's defense has been a different unit since their Week 11 bye, and as they showed in their last game, they are capable of stifling one of the game's best passers Read More
2017-01-25 19:31
Rudy Gobert has barged his way into the MVP conversation. Using our nERD metric, let's take a look at the NBA's best players thus far in 2016-17 Read More
2017-01-25 19:01
Elfrid Payton had big minutes and big ownership Tuesday, but he couldn't translate it into fantasy success with just 17.9 points on FanDuel. Which other players were popular for the slate? Read More
2017-01-25 18:45
Not all completions are created equally. Which quarterbacks did the most with their competitions this past season? Read More
2017-01-25 16:51
The Patriots have a reputation for shutting down primary weapons. Is it true? And will it even matter agains the Falcons? Read More
2017-01-25 16:30
Julius Randle has a tough assignment against Al-Farouq Aminu tonight. Who else should you stay away from for Wednesday's NBA DFS contests? Read More
2017-01-25 16:25
Murphy has transformed from a contact hitter to a power threat, setting career highs across the board last year in the power department. Here's why he can put up similar numbers this season Read More
2017-01-25 15:40
Nerlens Noel played a season-high 29 minutes last night and crushed value as a result. Who joined him in the perfect lineup? Read More
2017-01-25 15:35
These wideouts failed to crack the top 200 on most preseason lists - and in some cases, the top 300 - but they all easily finished in the top 100 in PPR leagues Read More
2017-01-25 15:04
Russell Westbrook has racked up a triple-double in 22 of his 45 games this season, and he draws a mouth-watering matchup tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans Read More
2017-01-25 15:03
Kenta Maeda had a strong debut season in the United States and looks poised to build on that in 2017 Read More
2017-01-25 14:45
The matchup between the Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets has the highest over/under on the slate, putting James Harden in a great spot Read More
2017-01-25 14:26
Asdrubal Cabrera had a productive first season with the New York Mets, and he offers nice value late in drafts. Which other veterans middle infielders are worth checking out at the tail end… Read More
2017-01-25 14:25
The Patriots allowed the fewest points per game in the entire league this year. Do their advanced metrics back up this supposed superiority? Read More
2017-01-25 14:25
Damian Lillard draws a terrific matchup against the backup guards of the Lakers but should go overlooked with a plethora of promising point guards on the slate Read More
2017-01-25 13:51
According to early average draft position data, the fantasy community is buying Segura's 2016 comeback. Is the resurgent infielder worth the healthy draft day investment in 2017? Read More
2017-01-24 21:37
Bryant McIntosh and the Wildcats are in position to make the NCAA Tournament for the first time in school history Read More
2017-01-24 21:33
Zach Parise and the Minnesota Wild are in a great spot tonight against a struggling Dallas squad. Which other teams should you target in NHL DFS? Read More
2017-01-24 21:17
Sidney Crosby is in a great spot against the St. Louis Blues tonight. Which other NHL players should you be targeting in DFS contests on Tuesday? Read More
2017-01-24 21:16
The storied Joe Louis Arena will close its doors at the end of this season, opening a new chapter of Red Wings hockey. Will this chapter start with the Wings missing the playoffs for the fir… Read More
2017-01-24 21:05
Several teams are dealing with multiple injuries on Tuesday's short slate, which should open up several value options Read More
2017-01-24 20:53
The numbers indicate that a breakout from the Thunder's former trio of stars was inevitable Read More
2017-01-24 20:45
Nerlens Noel looks to thrive as the 76ers' healthiest big man. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-24 19:10
DeAngelo Williams was on 0.21% of all FanDuel rosters during the conference championship round, but an injury to Le'Veon Bell made him the highest scorer at the position. Which players carri… Read More
2017-01-24 19:10
DeAndre Jordan is in a great spot against a banged up 76ers frontcourt. Who else should you target in NBA DFS contests? Read More
2017-01-24 19:01
Finally at full strength, the Wildcats climbed the rankings thanks to an impressive win at UCLA. Meanwhile, Duke continued its slide with another loss Read More
2017-01-24 18:30
With injuries abounding for the San Antonio Spurs, David Lee checked in as easily the most popular power forward on the slate. Which other players came in at high ownership? Read More
2017-01-24 17:55
The Wizards' matchup with the Celtics has the highest over/under on tonight's slate. What does that mean for Bradley Beal's outlook? Read More
2017-01-24 17:49
The logical destinations for Carmelo Anthony are few and far between, and the one place that really makes sense is a place to which he'd likely never agree to go Read More
2017-01-24 17:36
Karl-Anthony Towns has at least 54 FanDuel points in 5 of his last 7 games and draws a good matchup tonight. Which other high-priced players should be on your NBA DFS radar? Read More
2017-01-24 17:27
If the NBA didn't come calling, which recent teams would've been the most loaded had their players stayed in school? Read More
2017-01-24 17:06
Kyle Lowry is likely to go overlooked in a tough matchup against the Spurs, but his splits without DeMar DeRozan make him an intriguing option Read More
2017-01-24 16:54
Dion Waiters went off for 33 points Monday, but can we trust him for daily fantasy basketball? And does Elfrid Payton's new-found efficiency make him a desirable target? Read More
2017-01-24 16:43
Jonas Valanciunas has to square off against the Spurs and Dewayne Dedmon tonight. Who else should you steer clear of in NBA DFS? Read More
2017-01-24 16:15
The one-for-one trade appears even on the surface, but let's break down the deal for each side Read More
2017-01-24 15:56
Andrew McCutchen really struggled in the first four months of 2016. Will that make him a bargain this year? Read More
2017-01-24 15:37
Kyrie Irving's big night didn't lead to a Cavaliers win, but it did get him into the perfect lineup Read More
2017-01-24 15:25
After a disappointing sophomore season in 2015, Davante Adams exploded for the Packers. Which other pass-catchers enjoyed a huge uptick in production this season? Read More
2017-01-24 15:25
The rushing and receiving prowess of Atlanta's running back tandem has helped make the offense the best unit since 2000, per our metrics Read More
2017-01-24 14:35
Kansas headlines this week's marquee matchups as they do battle with West Virginia and Kentucky Read More
2017-01-24 14:09
An improving Phillies team gets power and depth by bringing Saunders into the fold, but his consistency will be a big question heading into the year Read More
2017-01-23 21:50
The Hawks made some big lineup changes, and now, they're a defensive stalwart again Read More
2017-01-23 21:28
Which NBA players are expected to be on the court for Monday's eight-game slate? Read More
2017-01-23 21:07
D'Antoni's Suns changed the way offense was played. How is he doing it again in Houston? Read More
2017-01-23 20:39
Radim Vrbata is coming off a huge game, but his steady floor makes him a target tonight. Who else should you roster? Read More
2017-01-23 20:26
The Falcons' offense has looked unstoppable this season, and that continued in the NFC Championship game Read More
2017-01-23 20:25
Gillislee was not only the most efficient running back this season but the most efficient since 2000 Read More
2017-01-23 19:54
Dejounte Murray will be a hot commodity on Monday in an ideal matchup. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-23 19:39
Chris Hogan shredded the Pittsburgh Steelers for 180 yards and 2 touchdowns Sunday as the New England Patriots locked up a Super Bowl berth. Should we have seen this coming? Read More
2017-01-23 19:25
Almost as quickly as it started, injuries derailed the career of one of MLB's brightest young arms, and the best starter in Marlins franchise history Read More
2017-01-23 19:11
Dejounte Murray has been playing well as a starter and is close to minimum-salary in a great matchup against the Nets. Who else should you target in NBA DFS on Monday? Read More
2017-01-23 19:07
The Pacers have the fourth-highest implied team total tonight against the Knicks. What does that mean for Paul George? Read More
2017-01-23 19:01
Eric Bledsoe scored 40 and added 13 assists. Who joined him in the perfect lineup? Read More
2017-01-23 18:55
The Warriors hosted Russell Westbrook and the Thunder, and Kevin Durant made it personal Read More
2017-01-23 18:48
At just 25 years old, the young Royals starter was killed in an automobile accident in the Dominican Republic over the weekend Read More
2017-01-23 18:30
On a short slate, Jamal Murray fell through the cracks and rewarded his few investors. Which players did not go overlooked for Sunday's main slate? Read More
2017-01-23 18:23
If you thought the 2017 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was interesting, just wait until next year Read More
2017-01-23 18:23
If you thought the 2017 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was interesting, just wait until next year Read More
2017-01-23 17:38
Giannis Antetokounmpo is in a great spot, playing up in pace against Houston tonight. What other high-priced players should you target in daily fantasy? Read More
2017-01-23 17:35
Neither of Sunday's conference championships ended up with a tight margin, but that doesn't mean they were devoid of big plays. Which swung the win-probability meters most? Read More
2017-01-23 16:40
James Johnson has to square off with Draymond Green tonight. Who else should you avoid rostering in NBA DFS? Read More
2017-01-23 15:54
Gobert is having a tremendous season, and he should be All-Star and All-NBA worthy Read More
2017-01-23 15:23
Which player was best in the conference championship round based on the advanced metrics? Read More
2017-01-23 15:11
The Twins' uber-prospect was a man possessed in the final month of 2016. Is this the last chance to own him while he's relatively cheap? Read More
2017-01-23 14:52
Who to add, drop, buy, and sell in fantasy basketball as we enter Week 14, including a buy-low opportunity on George Hill and a look at the fantasy fallout from several major injuries Read More
2017-01-23 14:28
A loaded shooting guard position will keep Eric Gordon's ownership down, but he has huge upside against Milwaukee's perimeter defense Read More
2017-01-22 15:46
With Ricky Rubio out, Tyus Jones has some appeal as a minimum-salary player likely to see an expanded role. Which other players are worth investigating for Sunday's two-game main slate? Read More
2017-01-21 16:33
The Padres gave big-time money to Myers, but is it a good contract for the club? Read More
2017-01-21 13:58
The Brooklyn Nets have been a team to pick on this year in NBA DFS, and they've really struggled against opposing point guards. It's Kemba Walker's turn to feast tonight Read More
2017-01-20 21:53
Everyone knows who the stud starting pitchers are, but these five hurlers can provide value to your fantasy baseball team late in drafts Read More
2017-01-20 21:36
Philip Rivers is staying with the Chargers, but what would he cost in a trade? Read More
2017-01-20 21:20
The Packers limited Jones in their first meeting, but they ended up losing. Here is why Jones might not need to have a big game in the NFC Championship Read More
2017-01-20 20:51
It's a lighter night of injuries even with nine games on the slate, but there are still situations to monitor Read More
2017-01-20 20:42
JaMychal Green looks to stay hot against the Kings. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot on Friday? Read More
2017-01-20 20:39
Matthews has done his part in helping the Maple Leafs. How good as he -- and the team -- been? Read More
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