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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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Mar 27, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Andres Munoz (75) celebrates after a game against the Cleveland Guardians at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Closer Update: Who’s Locking Down Saves Across the American League?

 Apr 10th 11:03 AM EDT

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Mar 30, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill (29) delivers a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the ninth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Breaking Down NL Bullpens

 Apr 10th 10:27 AM EDT

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Mar 15, 2026; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott (5) trows to first for an out against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning during spring training at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

5 Fantasy Baseball Players You Can Drop Right Now

 Apr 10th 9:35 AM EDT

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Mar 26, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) throws out Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzales (not pictured) on an infield ground ball during the second inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Friday Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Picks: Rising Arms and Key Bats

 Apr 10th 9:06 AM EDT

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Apr 2, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after scoring a run on an RBI double hit by infielder Bo Bichette (19) against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Falling Stars: Baseball Players Losing Fantasy Value

 Apr 9th 11:01 AM EDT

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Apr 4, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock (26) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Rising Fantasy Values: Baseball Hitters and Pitchers You Should Target

 Apr 9th 10:20 AM EDT

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Mar 28, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II (23) hits a double against the Kansas City Royals in the fifth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Drop Candidates: Players Losing Value Early in 2026

 Apr 9th 9:39 AM EDT

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Apr 4, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA;Miami Marlins center fielder Jakob Marsee (87) hits a single against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Thursday Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Jakob Marsee Headlines Latest Targets

 Apr 9th 9:12 AM EDT

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Apr 1, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (left) delivers during the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Notable Fantasy Baseball Pitchers Struggling Early This Season

 Apr 8th 11:30 AM EDT

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Apr 7, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball’s Hottest Pitchers to Start the 2026 Season

 Apr 8th 10:38 AM EDT

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Apr 3, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton (22) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Injury Update: Cade Horton Out for Season, Updates On Several Others

 Apr 8th 9:06 AM EDT

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Apr 7, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Royals catcher Carter Jensen (22) stands on the field in the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Midweek Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Targets: Rising Bats and Arms

 Apr 8th 8:26 AM EDT

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Week 1
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 10:10 EDT EST
ATH vs LAA 10:05 EDT EST
ATL vs MIL 04:10 EDT EST
BAL @LAD 10:10 EDT EST
BOS @SEA 10:10 EDT EST
CHC vs TOR 02:20 EDT EST
CHW @DET 01:10 EDT EST
CIN @NYY 01:35 EDT EST
CLE @HOU 07:15 EDT EST
COL vs PIT 09:10 EDT EST
MIA vs SF 04:10 EDT EST
NYM @PHI 07:15 EDT EST
SD @TEX 04:05 EDT EST
TB vs WAS 04:10 EDT EST
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