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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

NFL players in decline going into 2017

Each season there are NFL players hanging onto their careers by a thread due to age and injuries. Couple that with teams trying to get younger, and it puts even more pressure on aging veterans.

25 biggest NFL needs going into 2017

NFL training camp is fast approaching, yet many NFL teams already have glaring needs they need to address if they want to remain competitive in 2017. From running game woes to quarterback drama, here are the 25 biggest needs for NFL teams going into this season.

Ranking NFL head coach job security going into 2017

Head coaching turnover in the NFL is common each season, and several coaches are already on the hot seat heading into 2017. The following slideshow features all 32 NFL head coaches in order of job security, from best job security (No.

Ranking the NFL team quarterback situations going into 2017

Quarterback is the most important position for NFL teams, and it's not only the starter who plays a key role. Backups can be very important during the season, as well.

Most underrated players in MLB in 2017

Some MLB players don't get the attention they deserve, whether it's playing in a small market or performing well in non-mainstream metrics. The following 25 players are the most underrated in baseball.

Former MLB All-Stars struggling most in 2017

With the 2017 MLB All-Star Game coming up in mid-July, the potential honor is far away from the minds of many struggling former All-Stars. Among former All-Stars, the following 25 players are struggling most this season.

2018 NFL Mock Draft - June 13, 2017

The 2017 NFL Draft is in the books, so it's time to look toward 2018. While it's extremely difficult to project the draft at this point, many of the top prospects have already emerged in college.

2017 NBA Mock Draft

The 2017 NBA Draft crop features potential stars at the top, with plenty of big man depth later on. The following mock draft covers the first round as of June 12, 2017.

Odds to win the 2017-18 NHL Stanley Cup

With another NHL season in the books, sights are already set on the 2017-18 season. There isn't an overwhelming favorite for next season even with the Pittsburgh Penguins taking home their second straight Stanley Cup, but the following features the odds to win as of June 1, 2017, according to sportsbook.ag.

Who won the U.S. Open the year you were born?

The 2017 U.S. Open takes place June 15-18 at Erin Hills. Here's a rundown of every men's U.S. Open winner in tournament history, from 1895 all the way to 2016.

Odds to win the 2017-18 NBA Finals

The Golden State Warriors are back on top in the NBA, one game away from winning their second championship in three seasons, and heavy favorites to repeat in 2017-18.

College football head coaches on the hot seat in 2017

Each college football season starts with many head coaches' backs against the wall. The following 20 head coaches are on the hot seat entering the year.

Most frustrating players of the 2017 MLB season

Every MLB season brings its fair share of disappointing performances and frustrating players, like Jason Heyward and Bryce Harper last season, for example.

Biggest rebounds of the 2017 MLB season

While the MLB season has just two full months in the books, the biggest rebound years of 2017 are already clear. The following features the 25 best rebounds thus far.

The best first overall MLB Draft picks ever

The first overall draft choice in the MLB June Draft has featured some Hall of Fame players, but it certainly hasn't been a sure thing for the team with the top pick.

Best June draft first-round pick in the history of every MLB franchise

The first round of the June MLB Draft usually delivers the most high-upside talent. As the 2017 June MLB Draft gets closer, here are the best first-round picks in the history of each franchise.

MLB prospects most likely to be called up during the second half of 2017

Top MLB prospects called up during the second half of the season can be difference makers for teams in playoff contention or further their development for teams out of contention.

Best MLB player of all time drafted from every state

The MLB Draft isn't as publicized as the NFL and NBA Drafts, but it's just as important for building a successful organization. The following features the best MLB player drafted from all 50 states over the years.

NFL injuries to watch going into 2017

The health of many NFL players yields question marks heading into 2017 training camp, with everything from injuries last year to "offseason maintenance" surgeries.

 

Most hated NBA players

The NBA promotes its stars as well as any major sport. In the process, many players also become hated targets for fans. The following slideshow features the 25 most hated players in the NBA.

 

NFL players heading into make-or-break years in 2017

The upcoming 2017 NFL season is an important year for many players, whether it's due to age, injuries, or performance. The following 25 players could be seeing their final opportunities this season.

 

Who won the NBA MVP the year you were born?

The NBA Most Valuable Player Award was first given in 1956 for the best performing player during the regular season. The following slideshow features every NBA MVP Award winner in history.

 

NBA Finals -- the names to know

The 2017 NBA Finals will be the third straight matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors in the Finals. The franchises have split over the last two years, and come into the Finals having lost only one game combined during the playoffs.

 

Every NBA Finals MVP

You can debate the merits of what makes for the NBA's regular-season MVP, but come championship time, the series usually determines which player takes home NBA Finals MVP honors.

Best draft pick in the history of each NBA organization

The NBA Draft began in 1947, and has become one of the most anticipated events on the NBA calendar. The following list features the best player ever drafted by each NBA organization.