Michael Helman Traded To St. Louis

The Minnesota Twins have traded outfielder Michael Helman to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for cash considerations. Helman made his MLB debut with the Twins last season. Across a small nine-game stint, the 28-year-old held a .300/.300/.500 line with three doubles and three strikeouts. In 72 games with Triple-A St. Paul, Helman posted a […]

Yoan Moncada Signs One-Year Deal With Halos

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Los Angeles Angels have signed third baseman Yoan Moncada to a one-year contract worth $5 million. Earlier in the offseason, the White Sox declined Moncada's club option, which sent him to the free-agent market. Moncada was limited to just 12 games last season due to […]

Radko Gudas Does Not Practice On Thursday

According to Derek Lee of The Hockey News, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (illness) did not practice on Thursday due to an illness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their final contest before the international break on Saturday evening against the Los Angeles Kings. Gudas has not missed a game […]

Owen Tippett Will Remain Sidelined On Thursday

According to Jordan Hall of NBCS Philly, Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (upper body) will remain sidelined on Thursday evening when the Flyers face the Washington Capitals. The 25-year-old has missed their previous three games and is now on track to miss his fourth straight. Prior to the injury, Tippett tallied six points (three […]

Simon Nemec Promoted To NHL Roster

According to the team, the New Jersey Devils promoted defenseman Simon Nemec to the NHL roster. In a corresponding move, the team placed center Nico Hischier (upper body) on the injured reserve. Hischier has missed their previous four contests and will likely be sidelined through the international break. In addition, Nemec immediately joined the team […]

Zach Werenski Could Return On Thursday To Face Utah

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Zach Werenski (undisclosed) could return to the starting lineup on Thursday evening to face the Utah Hockey Club. Svoboda noted that the Norris Trophy candidate was a full participant during Thursday's morning skate, which is a positive sign. Werenski sat out during their previous game […]

Anthony Cirelli Will Not Play On Thursday

According to Benjamin Pierce of the Tampa Bay Lightning, center Anthony Cirelli (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Ottawa Senators. Pierce noted that Nick Paul (undisclosed) will return to the lineup. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring Cirelli's status before their final games on Saturday and Sunday before the international break. Cirelli […]

Sidney Crosby Resumes Skating, Remains Uncertain For Friday's Contest

According to Josh Getzoff of the Pittsburgh Penguins, center Sidney Crosby (upper body) was able to skate on his own during Thursday's practice. However, Crosby did not participate in line rushes. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to Friday's contest against the New York Rangers. Head coach Mike Sullivan said that […]

Tommy Pham Signs One-Year Deal With Pittsburgh

According to Katie Woo of The Athletic, outfielder Tommy Pham signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates worth $4 million. Pham opened the 2024 season with the Chicago White Sox and was eventually shipped to St. Louis and then concluded the season in Kansas City. Across 116 contests, Pham held a .248/.305/.368 line. He […]

Jonny DeLuca Expected To Start In Center Field

According to Adam Berry of MLB.com, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jonny DeLuca is expected to begin the season as the team's starting center fielder. Last summer, Jose Siri was the everyday center fielder in Tampa Bay, but he was traded to the New York Mets during the offseason. As a result, DeLuca stands at the […]

Jake Rogers, Dillon Dingler Set To Split Catching Duties

According to Evan Woodbery of MassLive.com, the Detroit Tigers catchers Jake Rogers and Dillon Dingler are expected to split duties during the 2025 season. Rogers spent the entire 2024 season with Detroit and held a .197/.255/.352 line with 16 doubles and 10 home runs. He was graded as an elite defender as he tallied eight […]

Allan Winans Designated For Assignment

According to the team, the New York Yankees have designated right-handed pitcher Allan Winans for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for right-handed pitcher Owen White, who the team claimed off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds. The Yankees claimed Winans earlier in January, but he will now return to waivers. Last season, Winans logged […]

Kyle Stowers, Griffin Conine Competing For Left Field Job

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine will compete for the left-field job during spring training. Jackson noted that the team is hopeful Stowers can "recapture some of the promise he showed with the Orioles." Before being traded to Miami, the outfielder held a strong .306 […]

Victor Mesa Jr. Could Crack Opening Day Roster

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfield prospect Victor Mesa Jr. will compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster during spring training. Jackson noted that the prospect will likely compete alongside Derek Hill and Dane Myers for the job in center field. Mesa spent the entire season at the […]

Quinton Byfield Tallies Three Helpers In Victory

Los Angeles Kings center Quinton Byfield tallied three assists during their victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday evening. Byfield tallied his first helper on Vladislav Gavrikov's goal in the opening frame. Later in the third, Byfield would tally two secondary assists, both on Kevin Fiala's goals to seal the victory. Byfield has tallied five […]

Kevin Fiala Scores Twice On Wednesday

Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Fiala found the back of the net twice during their victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday evening. Fiala found the back of the net both times during the final period. Both of his goals occurred during 5-on-5 play. This was Fiala's second straight contest, where he tallied two […]

Teuvo Teravainen Tallies Two Assists In Overtime Loss

Chicago Blackhawks left wing Teuvo Teravainen dished out two helpers during their overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday evening. Teravainen added the primary assist on Lukas Reichel's fifth goal of the season in the second frame. Later in the third, Teravainen would add another primary helper, this time on the power-play on Ryan […]

Leon Draisaitl Tallies Goal, Assist In Victory

Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl tallied two points during their overtime victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday evening. Draisaitl tallied the primary assist on Jeff Skinner's 10th goal of the season in the third period. Later in the frame, Draisaitl would find the back of the net on a wrist shot. During the game, […]

Mika Zibanejad Tallies Two Helpers On Wednesday

New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad tallied two helpers during their 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday evening. Zibanejad tallied his first helper in the second frame on the primary assist on Artemi Panarin's 23rd goal of the season. Later in the third, Zibanejad would tally another primary assist, this time while shorthanded, […]

Jason Dickinson Exits Early On Wednesday

According to the team, Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson (lower body) exited early during Wednesday's loss to the Edmonton Oilers. Dickinson sustained this injury during the second frame and needed assistance to get off the ice. Before exiting, he logged just over seven minutes of ice time. He tallied two shots on goal and two […]

Pete Alonso Returning To Mets On Two-Year Deal

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the New York Mets are re-signing first baseman Pete Alonso to a two-year deal worth $54 million. The contract contains an opt-out after the first season. Alonso has been in discussions with several teams during the offseason but will return to the Mets. The Blue Jays and Angels were […]

Dane Myers, Derek Hill Competing For Center Field Job

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfielder Dane Myers and Derek Hill are set to compete for the starting center field job during spring training. Jackson also noted that Victor Mesa Jr. could also be in the mix. Last season, Myers held a .263/.333/.442 line with six doubles and two home […]

Agustin Ramirez Could Contend For Starting Job

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins catching prospect Agustin Ramirez will be in the mix for the starting catching job during spring training. Jackson noted that Ramirez may need more development in the minor leagues but could make a case to open the season in the majors, depending on his performance […]

Jonah Bride Entering Spring Training As Starting First Baseman

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first baseman Jonah Bride is entering spring training as the "frontrunner" to open the season as the starting first baseman. Jackson noted that former top prospect Matt Mervis and Deyvison De Los Santos will compete alongside Bride for the job, but given his strong play […]

Matt Mervis Will Get "Long Look" During Spring Training

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first baseman Matt Mervis will get a "long look" during spring training. The Marlins acquired Mervis from the Chicago Cubs earlier this season in exchange for infielder Vidal Brujan. Mervis was once regarded as one of the top prospects in the Chicago system but struggled […]

Deyvison De Los Santos May Start Season At Triple-A

According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first base/third base prospect Deyvison De Los Santos may open the season at Triple-A. Jackson noted that the young infielder needs to reduce his strikeout rate and will "likely" begin the season with Triple-A Jacksonville. Last season, the Marlins traded left-hander A.J. Puk to the […]

Josh Manson Sustains Lower-Body Injury

According to Brennan Vogt of Mile High Hockey, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (lower body) sustained an injury during Tuesday's contest against the Vancouver Canucks. Manson suffered this injury during the second period and did not take the ice in the final frame. Before exiting, he tallied two hits and two penalty minutes. Fantasy managers […]

Jordan Greenway Expected To Return After International Break

According to Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (undisclosed) is targeting a return following the international break. Harrington noted that Greenway "should be ready" for their first game out of the break against the New York Rangers on February 22. Greenway has been sidelined since mid-December due to an […]

Tage Thompson Resumes Skating, Still In Concussion Protocol

According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (concussion) skated on his own Wednesday morning but is still in concussion protocol. Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Thompson "feels good" but would still need to pass through the protocol to return to action. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]

Dylan Cozens Battling Lower-Body Injury

According to Bill Hoppe of the Times Herald, Buffalo Sabres center Dylan Cozens (lower body) is battling an injury and should be viewed as day-to-day. The 23-year-old has not missed a game this season. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status leading up to their next contest on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators. Over […]