Taylor Widener Throws In Simulated Game

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taylor Widener (groin) threw in a simulated game on Wednesday, tossing 23 pitches throughout just one inning. The righty has been out for over a month now because of a strained groin. However, he appears to be making progress as he has also recently been participating in bullpen sessions before the […]

Corey Seager Not Ready For Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hand) is not quite ready to begin a rehab assignment, according to skipper Dave Roberts. The 27-year-old has been out since mid-May because of a fractured right hand. However, after experiencing soreness recently, the team will play it safe and delay things a bit, although it isn't known if […]

Kurt Suzuki Exits Wednesday’s Matchup

Los Angeles Angels catcher Kurt Suzuki (head) exited Wednesday's matchup against the Giants. The veteran took a foul ball to the mask in the 12th inning with nobody out. As a result, and with the team out of position players, Taylor Ward switched over from left field to take over as the emergency backstop. Suzuki […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Questionable Against Milwaukee

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) is questionable for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The veteran has been dealing with right knee soreness, although he still managed to take the floor and log 21 minutes during the Game 7 win over Philly. However, he was obviously impacted on Sunday, finishing with just four […]

Kevin Huerter Likely To Suit Up On Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) is likely to suit up for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Bucks. The 22-year-old is currently dealing with a sore left ankle. However, that didn't stop him from dropping a team-high 27 points on 10-for-18 shooting during the Game 7 win over Philadelphia. With Bogdan […]

Cam Reddish Questionable For Game 1

Atlanta Hawks forward Cam Reddish (Achilles) was upgraded to questionable ahead of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against Milwaukee. The sophomore was relegated to only 26 games this season because of the ailment, and while he appears to be fully healthy, conditioning is now the biggest concern. Nonetheless, if the 21-year-old is in […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Cleared From Knee Injury

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) has been cleared to resume basketball activities. Dinwiddie played just three games this season before succumbing to a partial ACL tear in his right knee. The 28-year-old is expected to decline his $12.3 million option to test the market heading into the 2021-22 campaign, so teams will undoubtedly want […]

Cameron Payne Getting The Start For Game 2

Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne will once again start on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Payne got the nod in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals opener, finishing with 11 points through 29 minutes, although he was limited because of foul trouble. As a result, Cameron Johnson stepped up, logging 24 minutes and […]

Patrick Beverley Enters The Starting Lineup

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley will start in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against Phoenix on Tuesday. It appears as if head coach Tyronn Lue will go heavy on the defensive end, at least to start the game. Beverley has played sparingly throughout the postseason, recently logging just 15 minutes to finish […]

Ivica Zubac Starting On Tuesday

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac will start in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Zubac had nine points throughout 18 minutes of work during the loss to Phoenix on Sunday, but it appears that he will have a more prominent role on Tuesday evening. With this move, Nicolas Batum will head back to […]

Marcus Morris Sr. Starting In Game 2

Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (knee) is starting in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against the Suns. While this isn't a surprise, primarily since the veteran wasn't listed on the league's official injury report, questions still swirled surrounding his availability on Tuesday night. The 31-year-old left Sunday's loss with a left […]

Ben Simmons To Skip Summer Olympics

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons will not suit up for Australia for the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Instead, Simmons will head to Los Angeles, where he will spend the entire offseason working on "skill development." The report comes after the Aussie was criticized for his offensive woes throughout the postseason, including going a dreadful […]

Marcus Morris Sr. Not On The Injury Report

Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (knee) was absent from the league's latest injury report ahead of the showdown with the Suns on Tuesday night. The veteran exited Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Sunday after injuring his left knee, which opened the door for DeMarcus Cousins to enter the equation and […]

Chris Paul Out For Game 2 Of Conference Finals

Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul remains out for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Despite being vaccinated, the veteran recently tested positive for COVID-19. While Paul is currently showing no symptoms, he will need to clear health and safety protocols before returning to the floor for Game 3. Until then, Cameron Payne should continue […]

Kawhi Leonard Officially Out On Tuesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is officially out for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Leonard didn't travel to Phoenix ahead of the series opener against the Suns and is currently in L.A. as he continues to try to work his way back from an ACL injury in his right knee. Without […]

Kyrie Irving Unlikely To Play For Team USA

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (ankle) will not play for Team USA at the 2021 Summer Olympics. Irving sprained his right ankle during Game 4 of the postseason matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, which forced him to miss the remainder of the series. Although it's unknown exactly how severe the ailment currently is, his status […]

Darin Ruf Activated From The Injured List

San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Darin Ruf (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. The veteran was batting just .244 but made amends by posting a .882 OPS throughout 43 games this season before succumbing to a strained hamstring. However, due to his versatility, he may get ample playing time moving ahead, along with […]

Mike Trout Could Begin Baseball Activities Soon

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (calf) is expected to begin baseball activities sometime in the next few days as he continues to work his way back from a Grade 2 calf strain. The slugger is still awaiting the seal of approval from team doctors, but he will start the final push toward a return […]

Joey Lucchesi Dealing With A Significant Injury

New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi (elbow) could be heading for Tommy John surgery. The 28-year-old was recently placed on the 10-day injured list because of left elbow inflammation. However, further tests revealed an ulnar collateral ligament tear, which isn't good news for a team currently dealing with a plethora of injuries throughout the […]

Matt Duffy Making Progress Toward Return

Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Duffy (back) will resume baseball activities sometime within the next few days. Duffy has been dealing with a lower back strain, an ailment that has kept him on the shelf since May 25. While the veteran is already eligible to come off the 10-day injured list, it may be another […]

Leury Garcia Held Out Again On Sunday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Leury Garcia (knee) was not in the lineup on Sunday against the Astros. Garcia continues to deal with right knee soreness after injuring it on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. While he did manage to suit up on Saturday, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's series opener […]

Kevin Plawecki May Be Heading To The IL

Boston Red Sox catcher Kevin Plawecki (hamstring) may require a trip to the injured list, according to manager Alex Cora. The 30-year-old veteran exited Sunday's matchup against Kansas City because of tightness in his left hamstring, and while there is still hope he won't need to take a trip to the IL, things aren't looking […]

X-rays Negative For Christian Arroyo

Boston Red Sox third baseman Christian Arroyo (leg) left Sunday's matchup against the Royals. The 26-year-old collided with Kike Hernandez in the bottom of the fifth, resulting in a bruised shin. Fortunately, X-rays revealed no structural damage, so it appears as if he will avoid taking a trip to the injured list. Nonetheless, fantasy managers […]

Wander Franco Will Join Rays On Tuesday

Shortstop Wander Franco has been called up and will join Tampa Bay on Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox. The 20-year-old is one of the most eagerly anticipated prospects in baseball, batting .323, with five stolen bases this season while at Triple-A Durham. He also had 51 hits, 35 RBI, and 30 runs throughout 158 […]

Carson Kelly Officially Sent To The IL

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly (wrist) was officially sent to the 10-day injured list on Sunday. The 26-year-old exited Saturday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers after getting hit by a Walker Buehler pitch. It's horrible timing, considering the veteran is having the best season of his career by batting .260 throughout 50 games. He […]

Spencer Dinwiddie To Decline Player Option

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) is expected to decline his player option and take his chances in free agency this offseason. The 28-year-old is due to make $12.3 million but will likely draw interest from a multitude of teams throughout the league in need of a point guard of his caliber. Dinwiddie missed nearly […]

Isaac Paredes Starting On Sunday

Detroit Tigers infielder Isaac Paredes will start on Sunday for the series finale against the Angels. The 22-year-old was on tap to play on Saturday after being recalled from Triple-A Toledo to take over the Niko Goodrum (finger), who recently landed on the 10-day injured list. However, after Paredes' flight was delayed, he was subsequently […]

Brandon Nimmo To Begin Rehab Assignment Sunday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (finger) will begin a rehab stint with Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. The 28-year-old has been out of the big club lineup since the beginning of May after tearing a ligament in his left index finger. Despite the small sample size, Nimmo has been solid this season, batting .318 to […]

Jerad Eickhoff To Get Work Sunday Or Monday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jerad Eickhoff could be in line for some work on Sunday or Monday. Taijuan Walker will be on the bump on Sunday for the series finale against Washington, with Eickhoff available out of the bullpen for a long relief session. However, if Eickhoff isn't needed, then he would be available […]

Carson Kelly Diagnosed With Wrist Fracture

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly (wrist) was diagnosed with a right wrist fracture and will likely be taking a trip to the injured list. The 26-year-old was nailed by a Walker Buehler pitch and was forced to leave Saturday's matchup against the Dodgers as a result. Kelly has played relatively well and has also been […]