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Marcus Foligno Sitting On Wednesday
Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (upper body) will remain sidelined on Wednesday evening when the Wild face the Seattle Kraken. Foligno was unable to play during their previous contest due to this injury. He will look to return to the lineup on Saturday when the Wild face the Buffalo Sabres. As a result, Brendan […]
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Jonas Brodin Not Playing On Wednesday
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) will not suit up on Wednesday evening against the Seattle Kraken. Brodin has missed the previous eight contests due to this injury. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Zach Bogosian to remain in the starting lineup and play alongside Jon Merrill on the bottom pairing. Brodin's next […]
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Jake Christiansen Unlikely To Play On Thursday
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Jake Christiansen (upper body) is not expected to play on Thursday evening when the Blue Jackets face the Panthers. Christiansen has missed the previous two contests and will likely extend this absence to three games. In addition, the 25-year-old was not present during Wednesday's practice, which is not a good sign. […]
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Dmitry Kulikov Considered Week-To-Week
Florida Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov (upper body) is viewed as week-to-week, according to head coach Paul Maurice. However, Maurice noted that he expects Kulikov to return before the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Kulikov suffered this injury during their contest against the New York Islanders on Sunday. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status […]
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Rafael Harvey-Pinard Set To Miss Six Weeks
Montreal Canadiens left wing Rafael Harvey-Pinard (upper body) is set to miss six weeks due to an upper-body injury. Harvey-Pinard has spent most of the 2024 campaign in the American Hockey League. During his lone taste of NHL action, he logged just under 10 minutes of ice time and did not get on the scoresheet. […]
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Chase Silseth Optioned To Triple-A
The Los Angeles Angels have optioned right-handed pitcher Chase Silseth to Triple-A Salt Lake. Silseth was competing for a spot in the rotation but fell short. Last season, the right-hander logged just eight innings in the majors before needing elbow surgery. In 2023, Silseth logged a career-high 52 1/3 innings in the major leagues and […]
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Every NFL Team’s Greatest Free Agent Signing of All Time - All 32 Franchises
With free agency in full swing, it is the perfect time to look at every NFL team’s best free agent signing. To determine this, we will look exclusively at their statistics once they joined t...
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Travis Blankenhorn Signs Minor-League Deal With Halos
The Los Angeles Angels have signed Travis Blankenhorn to a minor-league contract. Last summer, Blankenhorn spent 13 games in the major leagues with Washington. Across this small stint, Blankenhorn held a .129/.156/.161 slash line. In 106 games at Triple-A, Blankenhorn posted a .238/.322/.499 slash line with 22 doubles and 26 home runs. He held a […]
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Zach Dezenzo Suffers TMJ Sprain
Houston Astros infield prospect Zach Dezenzo (face) suffered a TMJ sprain during Tuesday's spring training contest. Dezenzo was hit by a ground ball on the right side of his face. Brian McTaggart of MLB.com noted that this injury is not expected to be serious, but he will undergo another exam. The 24-year-old has been swinging […]
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Dodgers Option Justin Wrobleski To Triple-A
The Los Angeles Dodgers have optioned left-handed pitcher Justin Wrobleski to Triple-A. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers selected Matt Sauer's contract. Wrobleski enjoyed an impressive spring training as he posted a 1.93 ERA with a stellar 0.75 WHIP across nine 1/3 innings of work. He tallied nine punchouts while serving up just one free […]
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Nick Yorke Could Make Opening Day Roster
Pittsburgh Pirates first base prospect Nick Yorke could make the Opening Day roster. Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette noted that with Darick Hall and Matt Gorski being assigned to minor-league camp, Yorke could have a path to making the roster. He also noted that infield prospect Billy Cook could also be in the mix […]
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Thomas Harrington Allows One Run On Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Thomas Harrington tossed 3 2/3 innings of one-run ball during his start on Tuesday. Harrington's lone blemish came off a solo shot by Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos. Harrington tallied three punchouts and allowed just one free pass. Through 6 2/3 innings this spring, Harrington has held a 2.70 ERA with […]
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Zach Hyman Busy In Tuesday's Victory
Edmonton Oilers right wing Zach Hyman tallied three points in his return to the lineup on Tuesday evening. Hyman was unable to play in their previous contest but looked dominant in his return. In the opening frame, Hyman found the back of the net on a tip-in. In the second, Hyman would score his second […]
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Mikael Granlund Scores Game-Winner Over Anaheim
Dallas Stars right wing Mikael Granlund found the back of the net twice during their overtime victory against the Anaheim Ducks. Granlund would score his first goal of the evening in the second frame during 5-on-5 play. Later in overtime, Granlund would seal the victory with his second goal of the evening, this time on […]
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Jordan Kyrou Strikes Twice On Tuesday
St. Louis Blues right wing Jordan Kyrou scored two goals during their 4-1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday evening. Kyrou scored his first goal in the second frame with a wrist shot. Later in the third, Kyrou would strike a second time with another wrist shot. This was the 26-year-old's third-straight contest tallying […]
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Logan Thompson Picks Up Win No. 30
Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson picked up the 30th victory of the season on Tuesday evening against the Detroit Red Wings. Thompson stopped 23 of the 24 shots he saw. His lone blemish came in the opening frame when Dylan Larkin beat him with a snap shot. Thompson would go on to shut the door […]
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Nazem Kadri Scores Goal, Adds Helper In Victory
Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri tallied two points during their 2-1 victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday evening. Kadri would do all of his damage in the opening frame. Kadri would find the back of the net on a wrist shot to tie the contest. Later in the frame, Kadri would tally the […]
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Christian Dvorak Tallies Four Points On Tuesday
Montreal Canadiens center Christian Dvorak tallied four points during their victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Dvorak opened the scoring by finding the back of the net in the first period. Then, in the final period, Dvorak would tally three helpers. One of his helpers was a secondary assist, while the other two were […]
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First Base Fantasy Baseball Bust Candidates - Avoid In 2025 Drafts?
The first base position is very top-heavy in 2025. In NFBC drafts, three first basemen consistently go within the two rounds, with three more going before the 50th pick. However, following this top group of proven studs, several options later in the draft have begun to become popular targets but have glaring concerns. Is it […]
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Shay Whitcomb Optioned To Minor-League Camp
The Houston Astros have optioned infield prospect Shay Whitcomb to minor-league camp. Whitcomb was competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster but fell short. He made a brief MLB debut last season and held a .220/.304/.292 slash line across 20 contests. He tallied three doubles and held a 5:8 BB:K. However, Whitcomb has […]
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Yordan Alvarez Scratched With Sore Thumb, Expects To Play On Wednesday
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (thumb) was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to thumb soreness. Chandler Rome of The Athletic noted that he suffered this injury during Sunday's batting practice. However, manager Joe Espada expressed that Alvarez will likely return to the lineup on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but it […]
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Masyn Winn Dealing With Wrist Soreness
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (wrist) was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to wrist soreness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during the week in case this injury starts to linger. However, for now, fantasy managers should view him as day-to-day. Jose Barrero will take his spot in the starting nine. Winn […]
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Brice Turang Will Be Milwaukee's Primary Second Baseman
Milwaukee Brewers infielder Brice Turang (shoulder) will open the season as their starting second baseman. Turang was in contention to shift to shortstop, but the team will opt to move Joey Ortiz to that position and keep Turang at the keystone. The 25-year-old is also batting shoulder soreness, but this injury is not viewed as […]
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Joey Ortiz To Start The Season At Shortstop
Milwaukee Brewers infielder Joey Ortiz will start the season at shortstop. During camp, Ortiz began to take reps at shortstop to fill the void left by Willy Adames. There was speculation that Brice Turang could also move to this position, but Ortiz was able to earn the job. Last season, the 26-year-old spent the vast […]
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Coby Mayo Optioned To Triple-A
Baltimore Orioles third base prospect Coby Mayo was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk. Mayo was competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster but will instead continue his development at the top level of the minor leagues. During camp, Mayo held an underwhelming .190 AVG with a poor 13:2 BB:K. The 23-year-old made his MLB […]
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Mattias Ekholm Cleared For Tuesday's Contest
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will return to the starting lineup on Tuesday evening to face the Utah Hockey Club. Ekholm has missed the previous six contests due to this injury. Fantasy managers should expect the 34-year-old to return to his role on the top pairing alongside Evan Bouchard. Over his previous nine contests, […]
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Zach Hyman Returning On Tuesday
Edmonton Oilers right wing Zach Hyman (undisclosed) will return to the starting lineup on Tuesday evening against the Utah Hockey Club. Hyman was unable to play in their previous contest but will make a quick return to the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should expect the 32-year-old to return to his role on the top forward […]
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John Klingberg Not Playing On Tuesday
Edmonton Oilers defenseman John Klingberg (undisclosed) will not be in the starting lineup on Tuesday evening when the Oilers face the Utah Hockey Club. Klingberg has missed the previous six contests due to this injury. As a result, Troy Stretcher will remain in the starting lineup. Before sustaining this injury, Klingberg tallied four points (one […]
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Alexander Romanov Not Facing Pittsburgh On Tuesday
New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov (illness) will not be in the starting lineup on Tuesday evening against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Romanov is battling an illness. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status leading up to their next contest on Thursday evening against the Montreal Canadiens. Before this illness, Romanov was riding a […]
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Tyler Seguin Progressing In Recovery
Dallas Stars center Tyler Seguin (hip) has been skating regularly and is "looking good." Head coach Peter DeBoer noted the forward is on track to return by the end of the season. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, as he could be nearing a return during the final weeks of the season. Seguin […]
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