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Seth Trachtman

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Seth Trachtman is a sportswriter, digital marketer, and fantasy sports expert based in St. Louis, Missouri. He’s a two-time winner of the Tout Wars Fantasy Baseball Expert’s League, and his work has appeared in hundreds of fantasy baseball and fantasy football newsstand and online publications. He’s a University of Missouri alum and long-suffering turned spoiled Kansas City Chiefs fan. Seth doesn't often Tweet, but when he does, you can find him on Twitter/X @sethroto.

EXPERTISE:

MLB, NFL, College Football, NFL Draft, Fantasy Sports, Sports Betting

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

The history of the MLB World Series is filled with unpredictable matchups and outcomes. These 25 teams were the most unlikely to reach or win the World Series.

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 2025 season didn't go as well as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments from their respective teams.

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2025 season.

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

Coming out of the record-breaking home run chases of the 1990s, the 2000s brought its fair share of great MLB teams and an evolving game. These are the best 25 teams of the 2000s in MLB.

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2025?

All 32 teams would love a perfect season, but it's unlikely any team will match the 1972 Miami Dolphins. We predict the first loss of the 2025 season for each team.

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

MLB in the 1990s saw big changes — and some chemically enhanced. By the end of the decade, the long ball was en vogue, but some very bad pitching staffs and poor performances still created the 20 worst teams of the decade.

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

Analytics took over baseball by the 2010s, and many teams rebuilt by intentionally tanking. As a result, the decade saw some of the worst teams. Here's a look at the 20 worst MLB teams from the decade.

Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

NFL players who are going into decline in 2025

Age comes for every NFL player. These 25 players could be headed into decline heading into 2025.

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

The best all-time player for every NFL franchise

All 32 NFL franchises have had great players, and some stand out above the rest. These are the best players to ever play for each team.

25 NFL players who are playing for their next contract in 2025

Each season is pivotal for NFL players as they look toward their next contract. These 25 players stand out heading into 2025, as they look to make even more money down the road.

The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise

No professional sport in North America has a past as rich as baseball's. Over the history of each MLB franchise, the following players represent each team's best.

25 fantasy football sleepers you should target at your draft

Finding undervalued players on draft day is key to winning fantasy leagues. These 25 players could be difference-makers for fantasy football rosters heading into the 2025 season.

Projecting the stingiest NFL defenses in 2025, from first to worst

It's still said that defense wins championships. If that's true, the teams at the top of the defense rankings put their team in a great position. Here's a preview of the stingiest defenses heading into the 2025 season, ranked from 1 to 32.

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The NFL is now an offensive league, and there's nothing more exciting than a high-scoring offense. Here's a look at the most explosive NFL offenses heading into 2025, from first to worst.

25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

One player for every NFL team who will bounce back in 2025

The 2024 season didn't go according to plan for many NFL players. These prominent players now have an opportunity for a rebound season in 2025.

Who are the early favorites for all the 2025 MLB awards?

The first half of the MLB season has been filled with tremendous performances, and the race for the major league awards is heating up. These are the frontrunners for the 2025 MLB awards, from FanDuel Sportsbook as of June 30.

Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

25 MLB players who could be dealt at or before the trade deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline is July 31, and is annually one of the most anticipated days of the baseball calendar. As we approach the deadline, these 25 players could be traded.

Who has the best bullpen in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

With starting pitchers being pulled earlier in MLB these days, bullpens are more important than ever. Here's a look at the top MLB bullpens during the 2025 season, ranked 1-30.

The 24 worst MLB teams in the modern era

The historically slow start of the Colorado Rockies in 2025 puts them on a trajectory to join some of the worst teams in Major League Baseball history.

Who has the best rotation in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

Pitching wins championships, and reliable starting pitching is becoming tougher to find in MLB. After two months of the 2025 regular season, here's a look at how the MLB rotations stack up from first to worst.