Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Early pickups for Week 9

Robert Lewandowski and Alejandro Balde will not be available for Barcelona's Champions League semifinal first leg against Inter, while Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, and Ferran Torres are set to play despite concerns following their recent match against Real Madrid. Club sources report that De Jong, Pedri, and Torres are fit, while Balde may potentially return for the second leg on May 6, and Lewandowski's recovery timeline remains uncertain. Martin and Ferran Torres are expected to...

Arne Slot, the new coach of the Premier League champions, has long admired Pep Guardiola, often sharing his insights on Guardiola's tactics during his early coaching days at Cambuur, as recalled by Henk de Jong. After progressing from assistant roles to head coach positions at AZ Alkmaar and Feyenoord, where he won the league title, Slot’s philosophy remains influenced by his experiences at Cambuur, emphasizing the importance of playing attractive football for dedicated fans. His...

SummaryScott McTominay has emerged as a key player for Napoli in their Serie A title race, scoring two goals in a recent 2-0 victory over Torino, bringing his tally to five goals in three games. His impact has been significant since joining the team, breaking multiple deadlocks and quickly becoming a fan favorite, blending humor and passion as he engages with supporters. With Napoli holding a three-point lead and remaining opponents in the bottom half,...

Saquon Barkley, the NFL's leading rusher last season, was seen with President Donald Trump on Marine One and at Trump's golf club, where they appeared friendly. Trump praised Barkley, saying, “What a nice guy he is,” and humorously noted he wanted to race him. Barkley, scheduled to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl victory at the White House, seems to be taking a different political stance than teammate Jalen Hurts, who hesitated when asked about...

James Litman, a standout pitching prospect from West Boca Raton High School, chose to play college baseball at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) due to its proximity to home and his longstanding admiration for the program. Now a freshman, he has quickly established himself in FAU's weekend rotation, boasting a 3-2 record with a 4.93 ERA and 41 strikeouts over 45 2/3 innings, helping the Owls remain competitive in the American Athletic Conference. With strong support...

England head coach John Mitchell stated that New Zealand faces more pressure to win the upcoming Rugby World Cup, seeking a three-peat after previous victories. England, having recently won their seventh consecutive Women’s Six Nations title, has not claimed the World Cup since 2014, despite their dominance in other competitions. The tournament in England begins on August 22, with England set to face the USA, and Mitchell has expressed concerns over the disparity in squad...