Ross Stripling Shuts Down Giants On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Ross Stripling allowed one run on four hits across seven innings of work during Friday's 9-1 win over the San Francisco Giants. He struck out seven batters without issuing a walk. Stripling was not even supposed to start the season in the rotation, but an opportunity arose with David Price opting... Read More

Max Muncy Drills Two Homers Against Giants

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy was 3-for-4 with two solo home runs and three runs scored during Friday's 9-1 win over the San Francisco Giants. Muncy took Tyler Anderson deep in the first frame, before doing the same to Kevin Gausman in the sixth inning. The 29-year-old is a brilliant fantasy option, having slashed... Read More

Mike Soroka Stellar In Season Debut

Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Soroka tossed six scoreless innings against the New York Mets on Opening Day but came away with a no-decision. He struck out three batters without issuing a walk, but it was not enough, as the Braves lost 1-0. Regardless, it was an impressive performance for the Canadian right-hander. Soroka was a... Read More

Gavin Lux Optioned Off Of MLB Roster

Los Angeles Dodgers star prospect Gavin Lux was optioned to the team's alternate summer camp on Tuesday afternoon. Lux had a late start to Dodgers' camp for unspecified reasons and has not looked comfortable in intrasquad games. He remains one of the top prospects in baseball and will likely return to the majors in due... Read More

Mike Green Expected To Be Ready For Play-In Round

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mike Green (knee) will be good to go heading into the team's play-in matchup with the Chicago Blackhawks. The veteran defenseman suffered an MCL sprain back in February, and the injury was supposed to sideline him until April. While the 34-year-old used to be a fantasy stalwart, his days of relevance are... Read More

Clayton Kershaw Tabbed As Opening Day Starter

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw will be on the mound for Opening Day against the San Francisco Giants to kick off the 2020 season. It will be Kershaw's ninth Opening Day start in the past 10 years. The veteran left-hander is already close to being fully stretched out, meaning he will be able to... Read More

Max Muncy Day-to-Day With Bruised Finger

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy did not take part in Monday's intrasquad game after getting hit on his finger on Sunday. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he expects Muncy to be fine going forward. That is welcomed news for fantasy owners, as Muncy has turned into one of the league's most consistent hitters. He... Read More

Ronald Acuna Jr. Eyeing Exclusive Record

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. can potentially join the likes of Alex Rodriguez, Mike Trout and Ken Griffey Jr. as the only players in MLB history to hit 80 home runs and steal 70 bases by the age of 22. Even in the shortened 2020 campaign, Acuna only needs 13 HRs and 17 stolen bases... Read More

Freddie Freeman Starting To Feel Better

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman is starting to feel better after developing COVID-19 symptoms last week. The star infielder is still in quarantine, and he will have to receive a pair of negative tests before joining his teammates. Thankfully, it appears as though Freeman is trending in the right direction. If Freeman can return... Read More

Jesperi Kotkaniemi Feeling Healthy After Extended Break

Montreal Canadiens center Jesperi Kotkaniemi (spleen) will be a full participant in the team's upcoming training camp ahead of their play-in series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Kotkaniemi suffered the injury while playing in the AHL back in March. It has been a tough season for the former third overall pick, but perhaps he can carve... Read More

Mikko Rantanen Back At Avalanche Practice

Colorado Avalanche right wing Mikko Rantanen (upper body) skated with his teammates at practice this past week. It was the first time he has skated since Feb. 17. The Finnish forward missed 28 games due to injury this season, which severely hampered his production. Rantanen still produced 41 points in 42 games when active, so... Read More

Cole Hamels Feeling Great After Bullpen Sessions

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Cole Hamels (shoulder) told reporters that he "feels great" following Friday's bullpen session. Hamels irritated his shoulder back in February, and it looked like he would not be ready to start the season. Alas, with the extended COVID-19 hiatus, Hamels will be fully healthy for the new Opening Day. His workload... Read More

Marcell Ozuna Injures Himself in Domestic Incident

Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna suffered a facial laceration on Friday after his wife struck him with a soap dish, according to Andy Slater of Fox Sports 640. The injury is quite minor, and will not hamper Ozuna as he continues to prepare for the 2020 season. The 29-year-old had a productive 2019 season, despite... Read More

Max Muncy Continuing To Find Ways To Improve

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Max Muncy enjoyed an All-Star season in 2019, but the 29-year-old still spent all offseason working on improving his game. In an article by Cary Osborne, Muncy mentioned that a lot of his focus was on developing a better plan of attack against off-speed pitches. In 2019, he carried a... Read More

Edwin Encarnacion (1B/DH, CHW) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper

BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~150s CURRENT ADP: ~170 overall ANALYSIS: Edwin Encarnacion continued to defy Father Time during the 2019 season. While his .244 batting average and 21.2% K-rate were mediocre, the 37-year-old managed to blast 34 home runs and pick up 86 RBI in just 418 at-bats split between the Seattle Mariners and New... Read More

Mitch Marner, John Tavares Net Two Power-Play Assists Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs forwards Mitch Marner and John Tavares both picked up two power-play assists during Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Marner is up to 67 points on the season, while Tavares just cracked the 60-point plateau. Both players are top-tier fantasy assets playing in a productive offense. They are deserving of... Read More

Auston Matthews Nets 47th Goal Of Season On Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews potted a power-play goal in the third period of Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. The 22-year-old fired seven shots on net in 22:39 of ice time. Matthews has become one of the top offensive weapons in the NHL, tallying 47 goals, 33 assists, and 25 power-play... Read More

Freddie Freeman Scratched Tuesday With Family Matter

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman was a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup due to a family matter. Alas, fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief, as the stellar infielder has not succumbed to any injury. Freeman will likely be back in the Braves' lineup in the coming days, as he prepares to produce... Read More

Johan Camargo Likely To Win Third Base Job Over Austin Riley

Atlanta Braves utility man Johan Camargo has likely won the everyday third baseman role, according to Gabe Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Austin Riley has been in the running for the position all spring, and the competition is not officially over, but it seems as though Camargo has won the role for the time being.... Read More

Felix Hernandez Shines Again On Monday

Atlanta Braves starter Felix Hernandez went five innings, allowing one run on six hits during Monday's 2-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox. He struck out six batters while walking two. The former Cy Young Award winner is trying to resurrect his career with the Braves, and so far through four Spring Training appearances, the... Read More

Jonathan Quick Continues Fiery Hot Streak

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick made 21 saves in Monday's 3-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche. Quick has turned back the clock over his past six starts, posting a 5-0-1 record to go along with a .956 save percentage. The 34-year-old was having a difficult season before the hot streak, as evidenced by his... Read More

Alex Iafallo Nets 17th Goal Of The Season Against Avalanche

Los Angeles Kings left wing Alex Iafallo scored 14:35 into the third period to ice Monday's 3-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche. After a slow October, Iafallo has come into his own. Since Nov. 1, Iafallo has tallied 39 points in 56 games. The 26-year-old has become an offensive leader for the Kings, garnering himself... Read More

Nathan MacKinnon Leaves Monday's Game Early

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon suffered a lower-body injury during Monday's 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. MacKinnon played just 11:37 of ice time in the contest. There is no word on the severity of the injury yet, but it would not be surprising to see the superstar pivot miss some time. Hopefully, MacKinnon... Read More

A.J. Minter Optioned To Triple-A Gwinnett

Atlanta Braves reliever A.J. Minter was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday afternoon. The 26-year-old was abysmal in 2019, posting a 7.06 ERA and 2.01 WHIP in just 29 1/3 innings. He is an afterthought in fantasy formats to start the 2020 season, with several better options in the Braves' bullpen. Mark Melancon will begin... Read More

Alex Wood Will Start Season In Rotation

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Wood will be part of the team's starting rotation to begin the season. He will work as the team's fifth starter, with Julio Urias getting the nod every fourth day. Wood only got into seven starts last season due to injury issues, but he has been a productive player throughout... Read More

Clayton Kershaw Set To Be Opening Day Starter

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw will be on the mound for the team's Opening Day matchup with the San Francisco Giants. It is the ninth time in Kershaw's career that he will start on Opening Day. The 31-year-old dealt with injury issues last season and still managed to tally a 16-5 record to... Read More

Ender Inciarte Scratched Due To Dehydration

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte was scratched from Friday's lineup due to dehydration. The 29-year-old will be ready to return to game action over the weekend. Inciarte had a difficult 2019 season, slashing .246/.343/.397 with five home runs and 24 RBI in 199 at-bats. With so many talented outfielders already on the roster, one has... Read More

Mathew Barzal Tallies Three Points Against Senators

New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal scored a goal and added two assists during Thursday's 4-3 loss to the Ottawa Senators. Barzal, as well as Anders Lee, who also had a goal in the game, are the driving forces for the Islanders offense. Barzal has 59 points through 66 games this season despite the Islanders... Read More

Joc Pederson May Get In Minor League Games Soon

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson (side) is steadily progressing in his recovery from an irritated side/hip. The 27-year-old was taking swings in the batting cage again on Thursday, as he continues to ramp up the intensity of his workouts. As long as Pederson keeps improving, he will start to rehab in the minor leagues... Read More

Dustin May Resumes Playing Catch

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher prospect Dustin May (oblique) has finally resumed baseball activities as he continues to nurse a sore side. The 22-year-old was already a longshot to make the Dodgers' Opening Day roster, and his injury has put him behind schedule. The expectation is that May begins the 2020 season at Triple-A Oklahoma,... Read More