David Bednar Tosses Two Scoreless Innings

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar looked nearly unhittable versus the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. The right-handed reliever tossed two scoreless innings to earn his eighth save of the season. He almost had himself two perfect innings, but Christopher Morel singled in the ninth inning. Regardless, Bednar closed the door, which makes him eight-for-eight in... Read More

Al Horford Unlikely To Play In Game 2

Boston Celtics forward Al Horford is unlikely to suit up for Thursday's Game 2 against the Miami Heat. The veteran forward is absent due to the league's health and safety protocols. There is a chance that Horford doesn't return during this series. Luckily, Robert Williams III (calf) is ready to play, so he'll likely see... Read More

Marcus Smart Is Probable For Game 2

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday's Game 2 against the Miami Heat. The expectation is that Smart will be able to return on Thursday, but fantasy managers will have to wait and see. Derrick White would move back to the bench, assuming Smart returns. Hopefully, White can do... Read More

Gabe Vincent Tagged As Questionable For Game 2

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Thursday's Game 2 against the Boston Celtics. He'll be joined by Max Strus (hamstring) on the injured report for this contest. Kyle Lowry (hamstring) has already been ruled out, so Vincent is expected to start. Otherwise, Victor Oladipo, Tyler Herro, and Caleb Martin could... Read More

Kyle Lowry Will Miss Game 2 On Thursday

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's Game 2 matchup against the Boston Celtics. He went through some light shooting on Wednesday, but will still miss his fourth game in a row. This marks Lowry's eighth game he has missed during the postseason. Gabe Vincent (hamstring) is considered questionable for... Read More

Danny Green Expects To Return By All-Star Break

Philadelphia 76ers forward Danny Green (knee) believes he'll be back by the All-Star break next season. The veteran forward suffered a torn ACL during the Game 6 loss to the Miami Heat on May 12. Despite that, Green believes he'll be back by February. It's great to see the veteran forward confident he can return... Read More

Kenley Jansen Suffers First Blown Save

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Kenley Jansen suffered his first blown save of the season during Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Jansen walked the leadoff hitter, but retired the next two batters. However, Kolten Wong smacked a game-tying triple off Jansen with two outs. Jansen has converted nine of 10 save chances this season. He... Read More

Tommy Edman To Sit Out Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Tommy Edman (calf) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. He was hit by a pitch during Tuesday's game and is still dealing with some calf soreness. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried as Edman is expected to avoid a trip to the injured... Read More

Giancarlo Stanton To Sit Out On Wednesday

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Fantasy managers don't need to be concerned as this appears to be a routine day off for the veteran slugger. Marwin Gonzalez will draw the start in right field and bat eighth versus right-hander Jordan... Read More

Andrew McCutchen Expected To Return On Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Andrew McCutchen is expected to be activated on Friday. The veteran outfielder has been sidelined the last few days due to COVID-19 protocols. He was cleared to return on Tuesday, but needed a few days to get back in the swing of things. Fantasy managers should expect McCutchen in the lineup for... Read More

Tyler O'Neill Resting On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. He was given a couple of days off recently to hopefully get over his slump at the plate. The 26-year-old is hitting .195/.256/.297 with two homers, 20 RBI this season. He'll sit out Wednesday's... Read More

Daniel Bard Notches Tenth Save

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Daniel Bard has been roughed up lately, but bounced back nicely during Wednesday's contest. The Rockies plated three runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to take a two-run lead. Bard came into the ninth inning and shut the door against the San Francisco Giants. He only needed 11 pitches... Read More

David Robertson Activated On Wednesday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher David Robertson has been activated from the COVID-19 list on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander is expected to resume his role as the closer on the North Side. He has posted a 1.50 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 17/2 K/BB ratio across 12 appearances this season. Righty Rowan Wick did a solid job... Read More

P.J. Tucker Returns In The Second Half

Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (foot) started during the second half of Tuesday's Game 1 against the Boston Celtics. He was forced to exit after only 10 minutes of action due to a right foot injury. It was a non-contact injury and Tucker was able to head to the locker room under his own power.... Read More

Derrick Favors Opts Into Player Option

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Derrick Favors has opted in to his player option for the upcoming season. The 30-year-old will accept his $10.2 million option and remain with the team for the 2022-2023 campaign. This isn't too shocking as it's unlikely Favors would get more than $10 million in free agency. The former third overall... Read More

Orlando Magic Get First Pick Of 2022 Draft

The Orlando Magic will pick first during the 2022 NBA Draft, as a result of the draft lottery on Tuesday. This is the fourth time that the Magic have held the first overall pick. The other three picks were Shaquille O'Neal, Chris Webber (whose draft rights were traded to the Warriors in exchange for Penny... Read More

P.J. Tucker Suffers Injury On Tuesday

Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (foot) was forced to exit early during Tuesday's Game 1 against the Boston Celtics. The veteran forward headed to the locker room in the second quarter due to a right foot injury. It was a non-contact injury and Tucker was able to walk under his own power. It's uncertain if... Read More

Raheem Mostert Expects To Play Week 1

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (knee) is expected to be able to suit up to begin the season. Although, head coach Mike McDaniel mentioned that the organization isn't going to rush it. Mostert suffered a knee injury in September and is still recovering from it. Chase Edmonds figures to be the primary back, but... Read More

Cardinals Sign Second-Rounder Trey McBride

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has agreed to a four-year contract. It sounds like the second-round is making roughly $6.3 million. McBride finished with 90 receptions, 1,1,21 receiving yards, and one touchdown during his final year at Colorado State. He was expected to have a minor role to start the season, but that has... Read More

Jalen Tolbert Signs With Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert has agreed to a four-year contract. The third-round rookie could be a legitimate threat early in the season. Michael Gallup (knee) is still recovering from an ACL injury, so Tolbert should see a decent amount of snaps. He finished with 82 receptions, 1,474 receiving yards, and eight touchdowns in... Read More

Bears Sign Velus Jones Jr.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. has agreed to a four-year contract. The third round rookie figures to get plenty of attention this upcoming season. The Bears lack legitimate talent at wide receiver, so Jones could have a decent role. In 2021, Jones finished with 62 receptions, 807 receiving yards, and seven touchdowns during... Read More

Otto Porter Jr. Should Play In Game 1

Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (foot) was able to fully participate in practice on Monday. The veteran forward missed both Game 5 and 6 due to a foot issue. Nemanja Bjelica saw increased playing time with Porter missing the final two games of their series with Memphis. As of now, Porter is listed... Read More

Joe Harris Should Be Ready For Training Camp

Brooklyn Nets guard Joe Harris (ankle) underwent surgery in late March and is hopeful to be ready for training camp in the fall. He missed most of last season due to a left ankle injury. The Nets clearly missed his elite shooting from beyond the arc. However, his absence opened up playing time for Bruce... Read More

Lonzo Ball Continues To Rehab

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) is reportedly still feeling pain in his knee every time he attempts to ramp up his activities. Ball had surgery in late January and is still in pain. It doesn't sound like Ball has made much progress in his recovery. His absence clearly hurt the team, which was part... Read More

Spencer Dinwiddie Goes Off In Game 7

Dallas Mavericks guard Spencer Dinwiddie put together arguably his best performance of the season during Sunday's Game 7 against the Phoenix Suns. Dinwiddie notched 30 points on 11-of-15 shooting with three rebounds and two assists in the blowout victory. Dinwiddie and Luka Doncic became the first players since 2002 to score 30 points in a... Read More

Luka Doncic Posts 35 Points In Game 7

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic put together an outstanding performance during Sunday's Game 7 matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The superstar guard knocked down 12-of-19 shots for 35 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists in the victory. Doncic had the same amount of points as the Suns team going into halftime. He is the second-youngest... Read More

Deandre Ayton Benched In Game 7

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton only saw 17 minutes of action during Sunday's Game 7 matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Head coach Monty Williams said Ayton's benching is an internal issue. The two of them had an argument in the third quarter, which led to Ayton sitting out the rest of the contest. The Suns... Read More

Daniel Bard Blows Second Save On Sunday

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Daniel Bard has been surprisingly solid in the closer role this season. However, he was unable to shut the door versus the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. Bard allowed two hits, two earned runs, and two walks during Sunday's loss. He was handed his second blown save of the season. Bard... Read More

Adolis Garcia Blasts Two Homers

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia put together a strong performance in the victory over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. The 29-year-old outfielder has started off slow this season, hitting .205/.261/.418 with six homers, 23 RBI. On Sunday, Garcia blasted two home runs and collected five RBI in the 7-1 victory. This marks his fourth... Read More

Julio Rodriguez Collects Four Hits

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez is beginning to heat up at the plate. On Sunday, Rodriguez went 4-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the victory over the New York Mets. He has recorded 18 hits in 14 games this month, so fantasy managers should certainly take notice. Rodriguez doesn't appear to be... Read More