Jordan Holloway Lands On 10-Day Injured List

Miami Marlins pitcher Jordan Holloway (groin) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. Holloway left Friday's matchup against the Mets due to groin soreness, forcing the team to utilize 10 pitchers in total during the 12-inning affair. The 24-year-old has been somewhat reliable during the 2021 campaign and currently sits on a 2.55 […]

Tony Gonsolin To Make Rehab Start On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin (shoulder) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. The 27-year-old is moving in the right direction, and his return can't come soon enough for a team that has dealt with injuries throughout the rotation. Gonsolin is eligible to return at the end of May. However, […]

Alex Verdugo Remains Day-To-Day

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (hamstring) remains day-to-day. Verdugo went 3-for-3 on Friday night before being pulled due to hamstring tightness. He didn't play on Saturday against Philadelphia, but he could make it back for Sunday's series finale. However, with the team getting the day off on Monday before hosting the Braves on Tuesday, […]

Chris Sale Throws Bullpen Session On Saturday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Saturday. This is more good news and comes after the veteran recently reported how well he has felt between throwing sessions. Fantasy managers should continue to hang on to the strikeout artist, primarily since he could return at some point over the […]

Trevor Cahill Placed On Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Trevor Cahill (side) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. The veteran is currently experiencing left side discomfort, and it comes after he has gotten off to a rough start this season. Managers in deeper leagues are welcome to stash him, although a 6.81 ERA doesn't translate well in […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Suits Up For Rehab Game

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (wrist) went 1-for-2 during a rehab outing for Triple-A Indianapolis, accruing a hit while striking out once. The 24-year-old hasn't played since the start of the 2021 campaign but his presence in the lineup on Saturday is a step in the right direction. Hayes finished the shortened 2020 season […]

Taylor Widener To Likely Start On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taylor Widener (groin) will likely start on Sunday against Colorado. The righty has missed a month while trying to work his way back from a right groin strain. The 26-year-old currently sits on a 2.82 ERA to go along with 18 strikeouts throughout 22 innings of work. Fantasy managers in deeper […]

Kevin Kiermaier Leaves Saturday’s Matchup Against Toronto

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (eye) exited Saturday's matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays. It is unknown exactly what caused the eye irritation, but it is unwelcome news, especially since Kiermaier recently returned to the lineup after missing time with a sprained wrist. The 31-year-old is batting just .229 this season while striking out […]

Cody Bellinger Nearing Return

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger (leg) could return within eight days, according to skipper Dave Roberts. Bellinger continues to progress in his rehab and is currently on assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City. Since the beginning of April, the 25-year-old has been out of commission after suffering a hairline fracture in his left leg. Fantasy […]

Miles Mikolas Pulled From Return Start

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (forearm) was yanked from Saturday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs after only four innings of work. This is unfortunate news, primarily since this was the veteran's first start since 2019 due to shoulder and elbow issues. Fantasy managers who have him stashed can hang on to him a […]

Landry Shamet Available On Saturday Night

Brooklyn Nets guard Landry Shamet (ankle) is officially active for the Game 1 playoff matchup against the Boston Celtics. The 24-year-old has been out since the middle of May with a sprained left ankle, and although he could see a minute's cap, he will still have to fight for floor time even if he doesn't, […]

Austin Rivers Questionable Against Portland

Denver Nuggets guard Austin Rivers (illness) is questionable for Game 1 against Portland. The veteran is currently dealing with a non-COVID-related sickness and is in danger of joining PJ Dozier (hip) and Will Barton (hamstring) on the sidelines on Saturday night. If Rivers can't go, look for Facundo Campazzo, Monte Morris, and Shaquille Harrison to […]

PJ Dozier Out As Expected Against Portland

Denver Nuggets guard PJ Dozier (hip) won't play for the Game 1 matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. No surprise here as the 24-year-old has been out since the beginning of May while dealing with a strained right adductor. With Will Barton (hamstring) and potentially Austin Rivers (illness) also out, Monte Morris, Facundo Campazzo, and […]

Will Barton Out For Game 1

Denver Nuggets forward Will Barton (hamstring) will sit for the Game 1 matchup against Portland. The veteran hasn't played since the end of April due to a strained right hamstring, and although reports suggest he may be back at some point during the series, Barton isn't ready just yet. With PJ Dozier (hip) and potentially […]

Robert Williams III Remains Questionable For Game 1

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (toe) is questionable on Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets. The 23-year-old has been dealing with turf toe, and most recently, he left Tuesday's play-in matchup against the Washington Wizards. Reports are suggesting that Williams will be in the lineup. However, fantasy managers run the risk that he may not […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (5/22/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

After an exciting few days of play-in action, the postseason is now set it stone moving ahead. Four games are scheduled on Saturday to kick things off, with the Heat and Bucks getting things started at 2 pm, followed by the Mavericks and the Clippers at 4:30 pm. The Nets and Celtics will begin after […]

Jordan Holloway Leaves Friday’s Game

Miami Marlins pitcher Jordan Holloway (groin) exited Friday's matchup against the New York Mets. The 24-year-old lasted just one inning before leaving with groin soreness, allowing no hits while striking out a batter. This wasn't good news for the team as they were hoping for a marathon outing from the righty, and it's equally unwelcome […]

Alex Verdugo Exits Friday’s Matchup Against Philly

Boston Red Sox Outfielder Alex Verdugo (hamstring) prematurely exited Friday's matchup against the Phillies. Verdugo suffered a strained left hamstring, and it came at a bad time as the 25-year-old had a hit in all three of his at-bats. The veteran's status moving ahead is up in the air. However, fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised […]

Carson Kelly Begins Hitting

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly (toe) has begun hitting. Kelly has been out of the lineup now for over a week after suffering a fracture in his left Great Toe. Although the 26-year-old is eligible to return on Monday from the 10-day injured list, fantasy managers should expect him out longer. The veteran has been […]

Zac Gallen Making Progress

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (elbow) has been playing catch recently. This is good news, mainly after the 25-year-old was scratched from the start on Wednesday against the Miami Marlins. Gallen is currently sporting a 3.04 ERA to go along with a record of one win and one loss throughout five starts this season. […]

Luke Weaver Has Second Opinion

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (shoulder) is currently awaiting the results of a second opinion. Weaver has been dealing with a right shoulder strain, an injury that forced him to exit Sunday's start against the Nationals. The 27-year-old is currently sitting on a 4.50 ERA throughout 40 innings of work this season. Although he […]

Framber Valdez To Make Another Rehab Start On Saturday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (finger) is scheduled to make another start for Triple-A Sugar Land on Saturday. The southpaw has been out of commission since the beginning of March due to a broken left ring finger, and with the team also down several members of the rotation, his return can't come soon enough. […]

Jake Odorizzi Will Throw Again On Sunday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi (forearm) is scheduled to make his next rehab start on Sunday. The veteran tossed for Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday, allowing four runs throughout three innings of work. Odorizzi hasn't played since the end of April after straining his forearm during a contest against the Angels. However, with another […]

Jose Urquidy Almost Ready For Rehab Assignment

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jose Urquidy (shoulder) threw 25 pitches in a bullpen session on Thursday and also felt good after playing catch on Friday. The 26-year-old has been out of the rotation since May 12 due to shoulder inflammation, an ailment that landed him on the 10-day injured list. Although the righty is eligible […]

Noah Syndergaard Looks Good In Rehab Effort

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (elbow) allowed just one hit during a rehab outing for Low-A St. Lucie on Wednesday. He also struck out five hitters throughout four innings of work. This was an acceptable effort for the righty, primarily after he continues to work his way back from reconstructive surgery on the […]

Jacob deGrom Throws 41 Pitches In Low-A Ball

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (side/back) logged 41 pitches on Thursday during a rehab effort at Low-A St. Lucie, striking out eight throughout three innings. This is a step in the right direction for the multi-time Cy Young winner, who was pulled from a contest against the Diamondbacks back on May 9 and […]

Madison Bumgarner Still Dealing With Soreness

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (groin) is still dealing with soreness. However, he is expected to make his next scheduled start on Saturday against the Rockies. The southpaw is currently listed as day-to-day, but fantasy managers looking to satisfy an innings requirement may want to have a backup plan in case Bumgarner can't take […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Won’t Have Surgery

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Asdrubal Cabrera (hamstring) won't need surgery. The 35-year-old suffered a right hamstring strain against the Marlins just over a week ago, but after recently stating he is feeling better, it appears he may come off the 10-day injured list soon. Cabrera is currently enjoying an efficient season, batting .289 throughout 114 at-bats. […]

Jason Heyward Departs Wednesday’s Game Due To Injury

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (hamstring) exited Wednesday's contest against the Nationals. The veteran was experiencing tightness in his left hamstring, which isn't good news considering that the team was also without Anthony Rizzo (back) heading into the matchup against Washington. The 31-year-old has seen better days; however, batting just .184 throughout 125 at-bats this […]

Chris Sales Continues To Progress Toward Return

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) continues to make progress toward a return to the team. The veteran has been pleased with how he has felt after throwing sessions, and it is good news for fantasy managers who are anxiously awaiting his return. The lefty had Tommy John Surgery back in March of […]