Dante Fabbro Expected To Miss Time

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Dante Fabbro (upper body) exited early during Sunday's loss to the Dallas Stars and is expected to miss time. Head coach Dean Evason noted that the defenseman "is not going to be available to us." The Blue Jackets have three remaining games before the international […]

Kirill Marchenko Suffers Broken Jaw, Expected To Miss At Least Six Weeks

According to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic, Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Kirill Marchenko (jaw) sustained a broken jaw during their loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday evening. Marchenko was hit by a puck in the second frame and was taken to a Dallas hospital. Before exiting, he tallied one assist and two shots […]

Cubs Sign Nicky Lopez To Minor-League Deal

According to Jesse Rogers of ESPN, the Chicago Cubs have signed infielder Nicky Lopez to a minor league contract. Lopez spent the 2024 campaign on the Southside of Chicago and will now move up to the Northside for the 2025 season. Across 124 games, Lopez held a .241/.312/.294 line. He tallied 12 doubles, three triples, […]

Jason Foley May Not Be The Defined Closer

According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, the Detroit Tigers may opt to use a combination of relief pitchers to navigate the late innings "regardless of who gets the save." Last week, the Tigers signed relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle to a one-year contract. Last season, Kahnle posted a solid 2.11 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP […]

Casey Mize, Matt Manning Could Shift To Bullpen Role

According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, Detroit Tigers starting pitchers Casey Mize and Matt Manning could shift to bullpen roles during the 2025 season. While both pitchers will report to camp as starters, they could have an uphill battle to earn a spot in the Opening Day rotation. On Sunday evening, the team signed […]

Jace Jung Could Have Limited Playing Time

According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, Detroit Tigers third base prospect Jace Jung could have a difficult path to find consistent playing time to open the season. Stavenhagen noted that if the Tigers do not sign Bregman, it would "make sense" that the Tigers platoon both Matt Vierling and Jung at the hot corner. […]

10 Bold Predictions for Super Bowl LIX

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has been the catalyst of the offense all season. During the regular season, he eclipsed 2,000 yards on the ground and was on pace to break Eric Dick...

Jackson Jobe Has Path To Begin The Season In The Rotation

According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, Detroit Tigers pitching prospect Jackson Jobe should have a path to claiming a spot in the Opening Day rotation if he has strong spring training. Stavenhagen noted that the team "wants" Jobe in the rotation, and as long as he "has adequate spring and displays his high-level stuff, […]

Jack Flaherty Returning To Detroit On Two-Year Contract

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, starting pitcher Jack Flaherty is returning to Detroit on a two-year contract worth $35 million. This deal contains an opt-out. Flaherty will earn $25 million during the first year. The 29-year-old began the 2024 season with the Tigers before being traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers […]

Carter Verhaeghe Scores Hat Trick In Victory

Florida Panthers left wing Carter Verhaeghe scored a hat trick and added an assist during their 6-3 victory over the New York Islanders on Sunday evening. Verhaeghe would find the back of the net twice in the opening frame, with his first goal coming in the opening minute of the contest. Then, in the third, […]

Yegor Sharangovich Tallies Goal, Assist On Sunday

Calgary Flames left wing Yegor Sharangovich tallied two points during their 3-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Sunday evening. Sharangovich and the Flames did all of their offensive damage in the opening frame. Sharangovich tallied the primary assist on Morgan Frost's first goal as a Flame. Later in the frame, Sharangovich would find the […]

Jordan Binnington Stops 24 Shots In Victory

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington stopped 24 of the 25 shots he faced en route to defeating the Utah Hockey Club on Sunday evening. Binnington's lone blemish came in the third period when Michael Kesselring beat him on a slap shot. The Blues held the advantage in the shot total, but Binnington performed well […]

Alex DeBrincat Leads The Way On Sunday

Detroit Red Wings left wing Alex DeBrincat tallied two goals, including the game-winner, to power the Red Wings over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday evening. DeBrincat would score his first in the opening frame on a wrist shot which beat Vancouver netminder Kevin Lankinen. Then, in overtime, DeBrincat would strike again to extend Detroit's winning […]

Evgenii Dadonov Strikes Twice On Sunday

Dallas Stars right wing Evgenii Dadonov found the back of the net twice during their victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday evening. Dadonov would score both of his goals in the final frame. He first broke a 3-3 stalemate with a tip-in goal. Later in the frame, he would extend their lead on […]

Jonathan Quick Reaches 400 NHL Wins

New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick became the first United States-born goaltender to win 400 games at the NHL level. Quick defeated the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday evening and stopped 34 of the 36 shots he faced. He allowed his first goal in the opening frame to Jack Eichel on the power-play. Later in […]

Adolis Garcia Has Normal Progression Leading Up To Spring Training

According to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia (knee) had a normal offseason following his eight weeks of rehab. Garcia dealt with a left patella tendon strain during the 2024 season. Across 154 games, the 31-year-old posted a .224/.284/.400 line with 27 doubles, 25 home runs, and 11 stolen bases. He struggled […]

Adrian Morejon Reporting To Camp As A Reliever

According to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com, left-handed pitcher Adrian Morejon will report to camp as a relief pitcher. Manager Mike Shildt noted that Morejon "has found a really nice niche in the bullpen." Last summer, Morejon operated primarily out of the bullpen and held a 2.83 ERA with a 1.32 WHIP. Across 63 2/3 innings […]

Xander Bogaerts Playing Shortstop In 2025

According to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com, San Diego Padres infielder Xander Bogaerts is expected to play shortstop during the 2025 season. Last season, Bogaerts logged 85 starts at the keystone and only 20 at shortstop. However, the 32-year-old is expected to return to his primary position this upcoming season. Across 111 contests last season, Bogaerts […]

Garrett Whitlock Entering Spring Training Healthy

According to Ian Browne of MLB.com, Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Whitlock (elbow) is expected to have a "regular" spring training. Whitlock underwent season-ending elbow surgery after making just four starts during the 2024 season. Earlier in the offseason, the team noted that Whitlock will pitch primarily out of the bullpen. Whitlock said, "They've […]

Miguel Rojas Expected To Be Ready For Opening Day

According to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas (abdomen) is expected to be ready for Opening Day. The 35-year-old suffered an infection due to the sports hernia surgery he underwent in the offseason. While this setback delayed his offseason program, fantasy managers should expect the veteran to be […]

Porter Hodge Likely To Move To Setup Role

According to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, Chicago Cubs pitcher Porter Hodge will likely move to the setup role due to the Cubs acquiring Ryan Pressly. Bastian noted that acquiring the longtime Houston closer "offers a solution to their Opening Day closing duties." As a result, fantasy managers should expect Hodge to operate primarily in the […]

Joey Bosa Could Be Cap Casualty In The Offseason

According to Bill Barnwell of ESPN.com, Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa could be a cap casualty during the offseason. Barnwell noted that Bosa logged only 14 games during the 2022 and 2023 seasons and missed three games this past season. During the season, Bosa could not log more than 20 defensive snaps in […]

Hendon Hooker Could Be Released In The Offseason

According to Bill Barnell of ESPN.com, the Detroit Lions could release quarterback Hendon Hooker during the offseason. Barnwell noted that since the team re-signed veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater late in the season, it appears that the Lions do not view Hooker as a potential starting quarterback. Hooker was selected in the third round of the […]

Raiders Viewed As Potential Suitor For Sam Darnold

According to Alec Lewis of The Athletic, the Las Vegas Raiders are considered a potential suitor for quarterback Sam Darnold. Lewis also mentioned that the Seattle Seahawks, Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Vikings, and the New York Giants could also pursue Darnold in free agency. Lewis noted that among the teams that need a quarterback, no team […]

Denver Could Target Aaron Jones In Free Agency

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Denver Broncos are expected to "take a look" at a versatile back for Sean Payton's rushing scheme. Fowler noted that given Jones' eight years of NFL experience, he could be a strong fit for a team that is looking to take the next step. During the 2024 season, […]

Jacksonville Could Target Carlton Davis III In Free Agency

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, the Jacksonville Jaguars could emerge as a suitor for defensive back Carlton Davis III. Fowler noted that the Jaguars are not expected to spend a lot but could look to improve their secondary, as they allowed the most passing yards this past season. The 28-year-old suffered a season-ending jaw […]

Josh Norris Exits Saturday With Injury

According to Bruce Garrioch of TSN, Ottawa Senators center Josh Norris (undisclosed) exited Saturday's contest against the Minnesota Wild in the final frame. After the game, the team did not provide an update on his status. Before exiting, the 25-year-old found the back of the net for the second-straight game while shorthanded and added two […]

Scott Mayfield Exits Early On Saturday

According to Ethan Sears of the New York Post, New York Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield (lower body) exited early during their victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday evening. Mayfield sustained this injury during the second period. Before exiting, he logged just over 10 minutes of ice time with one blocked shot. Over his […]

Matthew Barzal Suffers Injury During Saturday's Victory

According to Ethan Sears of the New York Post, New York Islanders right wing Matthew Barzal (undisclosed) suffered an injury during the final period of their victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Sears noted that the team did not provide an update on Barzal after the game. Before exiting, Barzal tallied an assist, two shots, […]

Kiefer Sherwood A Game-Time Decision On Sunday

According to Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650, Vancouver Canucks left wing Kiefer Sherwood (undisclosed) is viewed as a game-time decision for their contest against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday evening. Sherwood has been on the injured reserve with an undisclosed injury and has missed their previous four games. Before the injury, Sherwood was held […]