Zachary Rotman

Zachary Rotman

Joined: Aug 9, 2023

New Jersey-based FanSided staff writer Zachary Rotman is a baseball expert, covering the MLB for various sites since 2020. For FanSided.com, he covers sports across leagues, including the NBA, NHL and NFL. Before working full-time at FanSided.com, Zachary worked as the site expert for Halo Hangout, as a Los Angeles Angels writer, and was an active contributor for various FanSided MLB network sites, notably Rising Apple, writing about the New York Mets. Zachary was a sport management major at Drexel University and has revolved his life around sports for as long as he can remember.

Sep 18, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (99) delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Joe Kelly's retirement decision shows exactly the type of club Dodgers are running

Jan 11, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2)reacts during the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg follows dunk of the year with career-high as he reminds tanking NBA teams what it's all for

Dec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora speaks with the media at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Alex Cora isn't even trying to hide how badly he wants Red Sox to sign Alex Bregman

May 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Jorge Lopez (52) stands on the mound in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

2024 Mets villain is set to make a dramatic Citi Field return this season

Baltimore Ravens v Los Angeles Chargers

Chargers vs. Texans inactives: Latest Wild Card playoffs injury report

Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic - Ohio State v Texas

3 Texas Longhorns to blame for CFP loss in Cotton Bowl

Apr 20, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jordan Romano (68) prepares to pitch against the San Diego Padres during the ninth inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

Blue Jays come out ahead of Phillies in de facto Jeff Hoffman, Jordan Romano swap

Sep 24, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo watches play against the Chicago Bears during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Another Chiefs Super Bowl run could put fourth title in serious jeopardy

Oct 9, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) throws a pitch in the fifth inning against the New York Mets in game four of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Jeff Hoffman contract details, grade: Blue Jays fortify biggest weakness by signing familiar face?

Aug 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) runs out the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Red Sox game of Chicken with Alex Bregman, Scott Boras seems entirely too risky

Aug 23, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks with the media before the game between the Yankees and the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

It sure sounds like the Yankees are cheaping out at glaring position of need

Capital One Orange Bowl - Penn State v Notre Dame

Penn State losing the Orange Bowl may be a blessing in disguise

Jan 9, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar (15) reacts in the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Back-breaking Drew Allar INT costs Penn State shot at a title: Best memes, tweets

Sep 26, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third base Nolan Arenado (28) in the dugout in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

John Mozeliak makes it clear in arbitration how desperate Cardinals are for Nolan Arenado trade

Jan 12, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer talks to the media after introducing pitcher Shota Imanaga (not pictured) during a press conference at Loews Chicago Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Jed Hoyer lays the groundwork to ruin Cubs-Kyle Tucker trade in record time

Dec 4, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (20) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Frustrating Sixers season hits new low as bright spot is ruled out for rest of year