Jake Diekman Dominates In Ninth Inning

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Jake Diekman was tasked with coming in to close the door in the ninth inning on Sunday. Normally, Matt Barnes (back) would be the closer, but he has been unavailable due to injury. Manager Alex Cora turned to Matt Strahm in the seventh inning and Hansel Robles in the eighth. […]

Maxi Kleber Will Be Ready For The Playoffs

Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (ankle) will be ready in time for the playoffs, according to head coach Jason Kidd. He has missed each of the last four games due to right ankle soreness. Although, the Mavs have likely been extra cautious with him because the playoffs are about to begin. The Mavs have been […]

Stephen Curry Could Be Ready For Game 1

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (foot) has a chance at suiting up for the first round of the postseason. The All-Star guard has been sidelined since mid-March, but could be ready in time for their upcoming playoff series, according to head coach Steve Kerr. It sounds like the team is taking it day-by-day, but […]

Aaron Gordon Won't Suit Up Versus Lakers

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (rest) will sit out Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Nuggets aren't going to risk any injuries to their starters right before the playoffs. That being said, Gordon will sit this one out and Jeff Green will move into the starting five. There could be streaming value here […]

Donovan Mitchell Will Sit Out Versus Blazers

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was listed as questionable, but the Jazz have decided to rest Mitchell due to a non-COVID related illness. Now, Jordan Clarkson and Danuel House Jr. will be asked to pick up the slack on Sunday. Clarkson […]

Moses Moody To Start On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody will move into the starting five for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He'll be joined by Jordan Poole, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Kevon Looney in the regular season finale. Andrew Wiggins (rest) will sit this one out, so Moody will get a chance with the starters. […]

Dwight Howard To Rest On Sunday

Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (rest) won't suit up for Sunday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran big man will see his season come to an end as this contest is the regular season finale. The potential is there for Howard to be a fantasy contributor, but it needs to be the perfect […]

Steven Matz Crushed In Loss To Pirates

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Steven Matz had an ugly outing versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. He only lasted three innings, allowing nine hits and seven earned runs in the 9-4 loss. This is quite surprising considering the Pirates lineup is actually better versus right-handed pitching. Nonetheless, Matz got crushed and allowed a ton […]

Seiya Suzuki Hits First Career Homer

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki has been surprisingly solid through his first three regular season games. On Wednesday, Suzuki kicked off the game with a three-run home run in the first inning. It was his first career home run and was an 111-mph shot off right-hander Freddy Peralta. Suzuki has shown plenty of patience early […]

Marcus Stroman Solid In No-Decision

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman made his team debut versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Stroman was sharp through five innings, but unable to get the win. He went five innings, two hits allowed, one earned run, three walks, and three strikeouts in the no-decision. Honestly, his only significant mistake was a home run […]

Dean Kremer Likely Headed To Injured List

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Dean Kremer (oblique) was forced to exit before making his season debut on Sunday. Kremer suffered a left oblique strain while warming up for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. He was a candidate to start on Tuesday, but could be headed to the injured list. Kremer struggled with the Orioles […]

DJ Stewart Optioned To Minors

Baltimore Orioles outfielder DJ Stewart has been optioned to the minor leagues on Sunday. The 28-year-old outfielder went hitless over the weekend, so he'll head to Triple-A to continue working on his game. Stewart hit .204/.324/.374 with 12 home runs and 33 RBI in 100 games with the Orioles last season. There wasn't much reason […]

Matt Barnes Remains Out On Sunday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes (back) won't be available for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. Barnes continues to deal with back stiffness, but is hopeful to avoid a trip to the injured list. The Red Sox are hopeful that Barnes will be available out of the bullpen on Monday. Until then, […]

Garrett Cooper Avoids Major Injury

Miami Marlins first baseman Garrett Cooper (wrist) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Cooper was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the fourth inning. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative, so Cooper isn't expected to miss significant time. The organization is listing him as day-to-day […]

Kyle Lowry To Rest On Sunday

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran point guard will get a rest day here with the Heat already locking up the top seed. Gabe Vincent (toe) is listed as questionable, but would see significant minutes, assuming he's cleared to play. Otherwise, Max […]

Klay Thompson To Return On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (rest) will suit up for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Thompson missed their previous game for rest purposes, but will get back in action on Sunday. The Warriors need to win this game in order to lock up the third seed. Damion Lee is likely to head […]

Reggie Jackson To Rest Versus Thunder

Los Angeles Clippers guard Reggie Jackson (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Clippers have nothing to gain from this game and already know who they face in the play-in tournament. That being said, Jackson, Paul George, Norman Powell and Marcus Morris Sr. will all sit this game […]

Mitchell Robinson To Sit Out Versus Raptors

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Robinson will finish out the regular season on the sideline due to a non-COVID related illness. Jericho Sims should start and could be an interesting fantasy option for managers in need of defense. Robinson showed flashes of […]

Fred Vanvleet, Pascal Siakam To Rest On Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (knee) and Pascal Siakam (rest) have been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Knicks. The Raptors are giving some of their starters the game off with the No. 5 seed already locked up. Malachi Flynn will draw the start and have streaming appeal in deep leagues. However, […]

Tyler Herro To Sit Out Versus Magic

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. The Heat already have the top seed locked up, so there is no incentive to play Herro at less than 100 percent. That being said, Caleb Martin, Max Strus, and Duncan Robinson should all see more action on […]

OG Anunoby Is Available Against Knicks

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (quad) will suit up for Sunday's game against the New York Knicks. He has officially been cleared to play, but it's uncertain how long he'll be on the court. The Raptors are unlikely to push Anunoby too hard with the playoffs right around the corner. Precious Achiuwa and Chris Boucher […]

Cade Cunningham Won't Play On Sunday

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The rookie guard is going to sit out the regular season finale due to hip soreness. His absence means Killian Hayes and Saben Lee will see more playing time coming their way. Hayes is the better fantasy option […]

Bam Adebayo Won't Be Available On Sunday

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. He has been ruled out for this contest due to the league's health and safety protocols. That means, Adebayo must spend five days away from the team. However, he should be back in time for the playoffs. Omer Yurtseven […]

Jose Quijada Placed On Injured List

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Jose Quijada (oblique) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This move is retroactive April 8, so hopefully Quijada won't miss significant time. The 26-year-old was made one appearance this season, but was impressive during the second half of the year in 2021. The Angels have recalled left-hander Brian […]

Patrick Wisdom Is Out Of The Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Patrick Wisdom is not in the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The former first round pick has been off to a slow start with one hit in his nine plate appearances this season. The Cubs will give him the day off to rest and recover. Jonathan […]

Yan Gomes Starts Behind The Plate On Sunday

Chicago Cubs catcher Yan Gomes will move into the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs have decided to give Willson Contreras the day off. That is probably a smart move considering Contreras has one hit in his first nine plate appearances of the season. Gomes will be making his team […]

Luke Weaver Lands On Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Luke Weaver (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This move is retroactive to April 8, so it's unclear how long Weaver is going to be sidelined. He allowed one run in his lone appearance of the season. The former first round pick has not lived up to expectations throughout […]

Bradley Zimmer Activated On Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Bradley Zimmer has been activated ahead of Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. Zimmer was acquired by the Jays earlier in the week in a trade that sent right-hander Anthony Castro to the Cleveland Guardians. The 29-year-old outfielder was a former 1st round pick, but hasn't panned out in the big […]

Michael Brantley To Rest On Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (rest) is not listed in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. It appears the Astros are giving both Brantley and Jose Altuve the day off for rest purposes. Jose Siri will bat leadoff and cover center, while Chas McCormick bats eighth and plays left field […]

Mike Minor To Begin Rehab Assignment On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Mike Minor (shoulder) is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment in Double-A on Wednesday. The 34-year-old lefty began the season on the injured list due to a shoulder issue. He was acquired by Cincinnati from Kansas City in March. The former All-Star has struggled in each of the last two seasons. […]