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Morgan Rode

@MRode23

About Morgan Rode

Morgan Rode is a long-time fantasy sports player and has several years of experience as a sports writer. He lives in Wisconsin and loves all things Brewers, Bucks and Packers.

Morgan worked for five years as a sports editor in northeast Wisconsin, covering everything from youth sports to the Green Bay Packers. He specialized in high school sports and was part of putting together sports sections for three newspapers.

Before that, Morgan was a sports assistant with USA-TODAY Network in central Wisconsin.

Expertise/Accomplishments

Morgan won multiple Wisconsin Newspaper Association awards while working with NEW Media Inc.

Education

Graduated from UW-Stevens Point with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies in 2017. Minor was in English-Professional Writing.

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MLB

Jun 8, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Seattle Mariners pitcher Andres Munoz (75) throws during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball AL Closer Report: Rising Save Options and Bullpen Trends

 Jun 19th 11:43 AM EDT

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Jun 5, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott (66) pitches during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Who's Closing Games in the NL? Fantasy Baseball Bullpen Update

 Jun 19th 11:06 AM EDT

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MLB

Jun 18, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Adley Rutschman (35) reacts following a strikeout looking against the Seattle Mariners during the seventh inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Drop Candidates: Injuries and Slumps Forcing Tough Decisions

 Jun 19th 9:07 AM EDT

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MLB

Jun 13, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) hits a three run double against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Bats to Target Before the Weekend

 Jun 19th 8:35 AM EDT

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MLB

Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Tyson Hardin (91) delivers to the plate in the fifth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Fields of Phoenix. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Future Fantasy Baseball Rotation Help? Triple-A Pitchers Making Noise in 2026

 Jun 18th 11:26 AM EDT

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MLB

Mar 7, 2026; Jupiter, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Joshua Baez (22) hits a home run in the second inning against the New York Mets at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Triple-A Bats on the Rise: Dynasty Baseball Prospects Closing in on MLB

 Jun 18th 10:30 AM EDT

prospects dynasty

MLB

Jun 17, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees left fielder José Caballero (72) hits a two-run single in the fifth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Hitters: 4 Hot Bats to Add for Thursday

 Jun 18th 8:41 AM EDT

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MLB

Jun 15, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Yoendrys Gomez (94) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Pitching Waiver Wire: Top Thursday Streamers and Closer Targets

 Jun 18th 8:15 AM EDT

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MLB

Jun 12, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (2) throws to first base against the San Francisco Giants after committing an error during the sixth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Cut or Keep? Breaking Down 5 Fantasy Baseball Drop Candidates

 Jun 17th 10:31 AM EDT

drops injuries

MLB

Jun 16, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (16) rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Miami Marlins in the second inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Midweek Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Targets: Bats Trending Up Fast

 Jun 17th 8:38 AM EDT

waivers

NFL

Dec 4, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Fantasy Football RB ADP Breakdown: Which Early-Round Running Backs Are Worth the Price?

 Jun 16th 12:55 PM EDT

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Future Stars Rising: Top-100 Hitting Prospects Excelling in 2026

 Jun 16th 10:43 AM EDT

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ARI @LAC
ATL @PIT
BAL @IND
BUF @HOU
CAR vs CHI
CIN vs TB
CLE @JAC
DAL @NYG
DEN @KC
DET vs NO
GB @MIN
LAR vs SF
LV vs MIA
NE @SEA
NYJ @TEN
PHI vs WAS
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ARI vs MIN 09:45 EDT EST
ATH vs LAA 09:40 EDT EST
ATL vs MIL 07:15 EDT EST
BAL @LAD 10:10 EDT EST
BOS @SEA 10:10 EDT EST
CHC vs TOR 02:20 EDT EST
CHW @DET 06:40 EDT EST
CIN @NYY 07:05 EDT EST
CLE @HOU 08:10 EDT EST
COL vs PIT 08:40 EDT EST
KC vs STL 08:15 EDT EST
MIA vs SF 07:10 EDT EST
SD @TEX 08:05 EDT EST
TB vs WAS 07:10 EDT EST
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