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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.

Socials

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MLB

Jun 4, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Alex Lange (56) throw a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Monday Fantasy Baseball Pitching Pickups: Streamers, Closers & Waiver Targets

 Jun 8th 8:13 AM EDT

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MLB

Jun 3, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Closers & Bullpen Report: American League Breakdown

 Jun 5th 10:28 AM EDT

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MLB

May 27, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill (29) delivers a pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals in the ninth inning at American Family Field. Final Milwaukee Brewers 2, St. Louis Cardinals 1. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Bullpen Breakdown: Saves and Rising Relievers

 Jun 5th 9:50 AM EDT

closers

MLB

May 25, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker (25) walks to the dugout after striking out during the sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Marshall-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Roster Drops: Players to Cut Before the Weekend

 Jun 5th 9:12 AM EDT

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MLB

May 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Ryan O'Hearn (29) hits an RBI single against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fifth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Replacing Aaron Judge? Top Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Hitters for Friday

 Jun 5th 8:37 AM EDT

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MLB

May 25, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) runs to first base during the third inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Impact of Aaron Judge’s Stress Fracture Injury

 Jun 5th 8:08 AM EDT

injuries

MLB

Jun 1, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli (24) throws a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Pitchers Being Overlooked in Too Many Leagues

 Jun 4th 1:02 PM EDT

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MLB

May 27, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Colorado Rockies right fielder Troy Johnston (20) singles off Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) during the second inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Lesser-Owned Bats Making Noise

 Jun 4th 11:54 AM EDT

waivers

NFL

Dec 29, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs the ball against the Los Angeles Rams in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Early 2026 Fantasy Football ADP Breakdown: Analyzing the First Three Rounds

 Jun 4th 10:15 AM EDT

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Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Burnes, Judge, Crochet, Skubal & More

 Jun 4th 8:49 AM EDT

injuries

MLB

Jun 2, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: 4 Rising Hitters to Grab Now

 Jun 4th 8:09 AM EDT

waivers

MLB

Jun 2, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) tosses his bat after striking out against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Trade Away These Fantasy Baseball Overperformers Before Regression Hits

 Jun 3rd 10:55 AM EDT

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Matchups

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
Matchup Time Pitchers
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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