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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: D-Backs-Rockies series ripe with good streaming options this weekend
There are plenty of hitters to stream this weekend in fantasy baseball, led by those who are destined to be in the starting lineup often during an expected high-scoring series at Coors Field. There are also a couple players on the Astros who are exciting options, and a pair of Guardians who could make contributions. The pitching options are less enticing, which means that wise managers should rush to the waiver wire to grab the top options from the list at the bottom of this article. Matchups to Target D-Backs @ Rockies Arizona's outstanding offense (4th in MLB in runs scored) should have a field day this weekend, when they face a Rockies pitching staff that has posted a 6.29 ERA when working at hitter-friendly Coors Field. With two of the projected starters throwing from the left side, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (52%) is a great option. Gabriel Moreno (31%) will be a good target if he has recovered from a minor hand injury. On the other side of the same series, the Rockies should score often when they face two starters with an ERA over 5.00 and a relief corps with a 5.39 ERA. Ryan McMahon (34%) and Michael Toglia (19%) are the top Colorado hitters to add, and Jordan Beck (16%) can be considered as well. Mickey Moniak (2%) is a deep-league option. Advertisement Guardians @ Athletics The Athletics have posted a 5.97 ERA at their hitter-friendly home park, which puts Cleveland's hitters in excellent position this weekend. Two of the projected starters will throw from the left side, which makes right-handed hitter Lane Thomas (24%) the top player to add. David Fry (4%) is a better option than he initially appears with catcher eligibility and a spot in the heart of the lineup against lefties. Astros @ Angels Houston should have plenty of baserunners this weekend when they face three starters who each have a bloated WHIP and a relief corps that sits 28th in baseball with a 1.52 WHIP. Cam Smith (20%) and Jake Meyers (8%) have been hitting well of late and should each have a productive weekend. Advertisement Yankees vs. Orioles There should be plenty of offense for the home team when a lineup that ranks third in runs scored faces three unimposing starters and a relief corps with a 4.62 ERA. The Yankees have a crowded outfield, but Jasson Dominguez (51%) and Trent Grisham (22%) should be in the lineup enough to provide fantasy contributions. Dodgers vs. Nationals Once Los Angeles gets MacKenzie Gore out of the game on Friday night, they will be set to produce for the remainder of the series against two mediocre starters and a bullpen that ranks 29th in baseball with a 5.90 ERA. The Dodgers have eight hitters who are rostered in more than 75% of leagues, which means that they won't provide waiver-wire assistance. But this is a good reminder for those in shallow leagues to ensure that Tommy Edman, Andy Pages and Max Muncy are in the starting lineup. Matchups to Avoid Red Sox @ Giants Boston hitters could have a quiet weekend when they visit a pitcher-friendly road venue. The Red Sox face three starters with a sub-4.00 ERA and a bullpen that leads the Majors with a 2.60 ERA. With Rafael Devers in the opposing dugout, Jarren Duran is the only must-start player in this lineup. Advertisement Mets @ Phillies The trio of Zack Wheeler, Mick Abel and Jesus Luzardo could give New York's hitters fits this weekend. Once we get past the Mets top trio of Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, the other hitters can slide to the bench. Royals @ Padres Kansas City's unproductive offense (29th in baseball with 249 runs scored) could have another quiet weekend when they face two tough starters (Nick Pivetta and Dylan Cease) and a bullpen that ranks 6th in baseball with a 3.28 ERA. Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez will remain active everywhere, while Maikel Garcia and Vinnie Pasquantino will stay in the lineup in some 12-team leagues. Seeking Saves Danny Palencia, Cubs, 43% It's shocking that Palencia is still sitting on so many waiver wires. Sure, Ryan Pressly picked up a save on June 12 after Palencia faced the Pirates' top hitters in the eighth inning, but Palencia has earned the team's past two saves and is clearly being deployed as their top reliever. He could earn another save this weekend, when Chicago's high-scoring offense faces some effective Seattle starters. The end result should be some close games. Seeking Steals Jake Meyers, Astros, 8% The Astros could steal a few bases against the Angels this weekend. Los Angeles has been among the worst in baseball at throwing out would-be base stealers, nabbing just 11.5% of runners. Meyers ranks second on Houston with 11 steals and could reach base often against a trio of unreliable starters and a weak relief corps. Streaming starters In order, here are the best streamers for the weekend, with their start date and Yahoo! roster rate in brackets. Advertisement
USA Today
11-02-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Don't tell Trump, but 2 Arizonans beat him to idea of ending the penny
Don't tell Trump, but 2 Arizonans beat him to idea of ending the penny The late U.S. Sen. McCain and Rep. Jim Kolbe despised Trump. But now Trump is grabbing their idea to scrap the penny. Morning. In today's opinions newsletter: Arizona's penny connection, plus the wrong way to make water policy and an effort to keep the DBacks in town. There's always an Arizona connection if you look for it. In Trump's plan to stop minting the U.S. penny, columnist Phil Boas didn't have to dig that much. That's because Boas knew the two Arizonans, John McCain and Jim Kolbe, who came up with the same idea decades ago. Just don't tell Trump that because McCain and Kolbe, both Republicans, despised him. And who knows? The president might lash out at them from beyond the grave. It's no secret that Trump had no love for the late U.S. Sen. McCain. But in all seriousness, McCain and the late U.S. Rep. Kolbe deserve credit for the idea. Some 35 years ago, Kolbe introduced the Price Rounding Act of 1989 that would put the penny out of circulation, Boas writes. Trump has ordered the U.S. Treasury to stop minting the coin, which as Boas notes, costs a lot more than a penny to produce. Will getting rid of the coin save any money, though? That's an entirely different thing. Have pennies around? Save them because, who knows, those might be worth something someday.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Arizona would be fools to let the Diamondbacks walk away
Arizona is a sports state. We pack stadiums, host championships and attract millions of fans. But major league teams aren't guaranteed to stay forever — just ask Coyotes fans. The loss of an NHL franchise should be a wake-up call. We can't afford to lose another. That's why House Bill 2704 was introduced — to keep Arizona a top-tier sports market. This bill creates a responsible, sustainable framework to modernize a publicly owned stadium and secure the Diamondbacks' future in Arizona. This isn't just about baseball; it's about protecting a powerful economic engine and preventing the costly mistake of losing another franchise. The competition for professional teams is fiercer than ever. Cities like Salt Lake, Nashville and Portland are making aggressive plays, offering lucrative stadium deals to lure franchises away. If we don't act, Arizona risks becoming a market that leagues overlook or abandon. The Diamondbacks' lease at Chase Field expires in 2027. We can't wait until the eleventh hour to find a solution. Cities that plan ahead and invest in their teams will keep them; those that hesitate will watch them leave. The DBacks play a bigger role in Arizona than just baseball — they help drive jobs, tourism and economic growth. Their impact goes far beyond the ballpark: $107 million in direct economic impact from the DBacks' 2023 playoff run alone. More than $5.4 billion in GDP from Chase Field over 25 years, hosting marquee events like the World Series, MLB All-Star Game and College Football Bowl Games. $93 million invested in Arizona communities — which as DBacks CEO Derrick Hall has said, is more than any other local sports franchise. Thousands of jobs supported, from stadium employees to hotels, restaurants and businesses that rely on game-day traffic. Spring training and MLB tourism inject millions of additional dollars into the state each year. Major League Baseball teams aren't just entertainment. They're economic powerhouses. Losing one doesn't just hurt fans — it cripples local businesses. Look at Oakland, where shuttered storefronts and struggling restaurants are the fallout of losing an MLB team. We can't let Arizona make the same mistake. Chase Field is now one of the oldest ballparks in the National League. Built in 1998, it has never undergone a major renovation, and its HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems are failing. Aging infrastructure doesn't fix itself. These upgrades are necessary to keep the stadium functional, competitive and built to last. HB 2704 ensures Chase Field remains a premier venue through a proven public-private partnership that keeps the Diamondbacks in Arizona without putting the burden on taxpayers. The plan doesn't create a new tax — it reinvests revenue that Chase Field is already generating. If you don't attend games, your tax dollars won't, either. Letter to the editor: Are DBacks too cheap to fix the AC? Similar models, including the voter-approved Arizona Sports Tourism Authority, have successfully kept teams like the Arizona Cardinals in state by maintaining world-class venues without shifting costs onto taxpayers. HB 2704 ensures that every dollar stays within the stadium, funding critical improvements that protect Chase Field as an asset for the state. The Diamondbacks aren't asking for a handout — they're investing in their own future. They've already spent millions on repairs on a publicly owned building, including a new roof and LED lighting, and will cover the majority of the estimated $500 million renovation cost. HB 2704 simply provides a sustainable funding mechanism to complete the necessary upgrades. Sports are the pulse of Arizona's identity and economy, bringing national visibility, tourism and major investment to our state. The Diamondbacks' World Series run wasn't just a victory for the team — it was free advertising for Arizona's business climate and quality of life. We can't afford to gamble with the future of professional baseball in Arizona. The NHL forced the Coyotes to relocate after years of instability over their venue. If we fail to act, Major League Baseball could face similar questions about the DBacks' long-term future in Phoenix. HB 2704 is a smart, strategic and necessary solution to keep Arizona at the forefront of professional sports. Lawmakers and business leaders must come together to secure the Diamondbacks' future in Phoenix. It's time to step up to the plate and pass HB 2704. Danny Seiden is president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Rep. Jeff Weninger, R-Chandler, is the sponsor of HB 2704. On X, formerly Twitter: @dbseiden and @jeffweninger. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Diamondbacks can renovate Chase Field without a handout | Opinion
