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Linus Ullmark Will Not Suit Up On Thursday
According to TSN Ottawa, Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (back) will not serve as the backup on Thursday evening when the Senators face the Capitals. The team expressed optimism that Ullmark could return during their current homestand but will need at least another day to recover. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading […]
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Miro Heiskanen Deemed Week-To-Week
According to Lia Assimakopoulos of the Dallas News, Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (lower body) has been deemed week-to-week. Assimakopoulos noted that the top defenseman underwent an MRI and will see a specialist later on Thursday to determine the extent of the injury. The 25-year-old is currently "doubtful" for the 4 Nations Face-Off but could […]
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Mason Marchment Hopes To Return Before International Break
According to Lia Assimakopoulos of the Dallas News, Dallas Stars left wing Mason Marchment (face) is hoping to return before the 4 Nations Face-Off. The 29-year-old has been sidelined since the end of December due to a facial injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, as the Stars have five games before the […]
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Kyle Wright Having Normal Offseason
According to Anne Rogers of MLB.com, Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kyle Wright (shoulder) is having a normal offseason. Wright missed the entire 2024 campaign due to surgery to repair a torn capsule in his right shoulder. Rogers noted that the team could have him on a slower progression, but the team is "excited" about […]
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Royals, Nelson Velazquez Agree On 2025 Contract
According to the team, the Kansas City Royals and outfielder Nelson Velazquez have agreed to a contract for the 2025 season. The 26-year-old spent 64 games in the majors last season and will likely compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster during spring training. Across this stint, the 26-year-old held a .200/.274/.366 line […]
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Cubs Expressing Interest In Jose Iglesias, Jorge Polanco
According to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score, the Chicago Cubs have been interested in acquiring another veteran infielder and have been linked to Jose Iglesias and Jorge Polanco. While the team agreed to a contract with infielder Jon Berti earlier this week, the team is still targeting another option as Nico Hoerner (elbow) could […]
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Pedro Avila Sent Outright To Triple-A
According to MLB.com, the Cleveland Guardians have sent right-handed pitcher Pedro Avila outright to Triple-A Columbus. Avila was designated for assignment last week to open a roster spot for Paul Sewald but cleared waivers. As a result, Avila will open the 2025 season at the Triple-A level. Last season, the 28-year-old logged a career-high 82 […]
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Mets Showing Interest In Dylan Cease, Michael King
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, the New York Mets have shown interest in acquiring San Diego Padres starting pitchers Dylan Cease and Michael King. Ragazzo noted the Atlanta Braves have also had discussions with San Diego. Both pitchers would likely be one-year rentals but would still carry a hefty price tag on the […]
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Filip Gustavsson Sharp In Victory Over Toronto
Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson stopped 32 of the 33 shots he faced en route to defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday evening. The Wild were heavily outshot in this contest, especially in the third period (5-14), but Gustavsson was able to lead the way. His lone blemish came in the final frame when […]
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Sidney Crosby Lifts Penguins To Victory
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby tallied two points, including the game-winner in overtime, to lead the Penguins over the Utah Hockey Club on Wednesday evening. Crosby would tally the primary assist on Marcus Pettersson's goal in the second frame. Then, in overtime, the captain would find the back of the net on the backhand to […]
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Quinn Hughes Extends Point Streak On Wednesday
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes tallied two helpers during their 3-1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Wednesday evening. Hughes tallied the primary assist on Nils Hoglander's opening goal. Later in the second frame, Hughes added the secondary assist on Linus Karlsson's tally. Hughes also added two shots on goal with a +2 rating in […]
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Matthew Tkachuk Scores Goal, Adds Two Assists On Wednesday
Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk tallied three points during their 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday evening. Tkachuk would tally the primary assist on Sam Bennett's opening goal in the first period. Later in the third, Tkachuk would tally another helper, this time on the power-play, and would cap off his […]
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Jake Allen Shuts The Door On Wednesday
New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen stopped all 24 shots he faced in his shutout victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. The Devils had a slight advantage in the shot total, but Allen was able to step up when called on. The Devils would eventually break the scoreless tie in the second frame when they scored […]
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Owen Tippett Exits Early On Wednesday
According to the team, Philadelphia Flyers left wing Owen Tippett (undisclosed) exited early during Wednesday's loss to the New Jersey Devils. Tippett sustained this injury during the second frame and was unable to return. Prior to exiting, the 25-year-old did not get on the scoresheet. If he were to miss time, fantasy managers should expect […]
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Early 2025 NFL Draft Rankings – Top 10 Quarterback Prospects
Several high-end quarterbacks, such as Jayden Daniels from LSU and Bo Nix from Oregon, were selected in the 2024 NFL Draft class. These quarterbacks have already established themselves as franchise players. However, this class does not have as many high-end options as last season, but it does have some intriguing Day 2 and Day 3 options that […]
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Cubs Sign Brad Keller To Minor-League Contract
According to Jacob Zanolla of Cubs Insider, the Chicago Cubs have signed right-handed pitcher Brad Keller to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Keller spent the 2024 season with the White and Red Sox. Across 41 1/3 innings of work, the 29-year-old posted a 5.44 ERA with a 1.52 WHIP. He […]
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Ian Gibaut Signs Minor-League Deal With Reds
According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, right-handed pitcher Ian Gibaut agreed to a minor-league deal with the Cincinnati Reds that contains an invite to spring training. Gibaut was non-tendered by the Reds earlier this offseason but will given an opportunity to crack the Opening Day roster. The 31-year-old logged just two innings of work in […]
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Reds Designate Owen White For Assignment
According to the team, the Cincinnati Reds have designated right-handed pitcher Owen White for assignment. This corresponding move opened a roster spot for left-handed pitcher Taylor Rogers, who the team acquired earlier on Wednesday from the San Francisco Giants. White has logged just seven innings in the major leagues over the past two seasons with […]
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Tigers Designate Alex Faedo For Assignment
According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, the Detroit Tigers have designated right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo for assignment. This transaction opened the roster spot for right-handed pitcher Tommy Kahnle, who the team signed earlier on Wednesday. Last season, Faedo spent most of his time operating out of the bullpen, as he made just six starts. […]
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Carlos Estevez Signing With Kansas City
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Kansas City Royals are signing free-agent relief pitcher Carlos Estevez. Estevez has been one of the top relief pitchers on the open market during the offseason and had several suitors. However, the Royals were able to get a deal done. Last season, Estevez opened the 2024 campaign with […]
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Kevin Fiala A Game-Time Call On Wednesday
According to Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period, Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Kiala (illness) will likely be a game-time decision on Wednesday evening against the Florida Panthers. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his status leading up to puck drop. If he were unable to play, 25-year-old Akil Thomas will […]
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Patrick Kane Not Expected To Play On Thursday
According to Ansar Khan of MLive.com, Detroit Red Wings right wing Patrick Kane (upper body) is not expected to return to action on Thursday against the Edmonton Oilers. Kane has missed the past three contests and is now expected to miss his fourth straight contest. Kane sustained this injury following their contest against the Philadelphia […]
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Valeri Nichushkin Expected To Remain Sidelined Through International Break
According to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette, Colorado Avalanche left wing Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) is expected to remain sidelined through the 4 Nations break. Nichushkin has already been sidelined over the past 14 contests due to the injury he suffered on December 31. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Nichushkin to remain […]
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Matthew Knies Targeting Saturday Return
According to Darren Dreger of TSN, Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (upper body) is hoping to return to action on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers. Knies sustained this injury on January 22 during their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Knies sat out on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators and will now miss […]
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Nico Hischier Labeled As Week-To-Week With Injury
According to head coach Sheldon Keefe, New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (upper body) is considered week-to-week. Keefe noted that the team will check in on his status at the end of the week. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Hischier to miss at least their game against the Flyers on Wednesday and their […]
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Linus Ullmark Nearing Return
According to Bruce Garrioch of TSN, Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (back) is nearing a return and could return during their next homestand on Thursday or Saturday. The 31-year-old has been sidelined since suffering this injury on December 22. Before the injury, Ullmark began to turn the corner on a slow start as he was […]
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Forrest Wall Inks Minor-League Deal With San Diego
According to MLB.com, the San Diego Padres have signed outfielder Forrest Wall to a minor-league contract. Wall has only appeared in 16 major league games over the past two seasons with the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins. Across this short stint, Wall has posted a .311/.380/.422 line with four stolen bases. Across 78 contests at […]
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Adam Kloffenstein Signs Minor-League Deal With Toronto
According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Toronto Blue have signed right-handed pitcher Adam Kloffenstein to a minor-league deal that contains an invite to spring training. The 24-year-old was given a brief taste of the majors last season as he logged just one inning of work. He was sidelined during the final two months of […]
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Tim Hill Drawing Interest From Six Clubs
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, free-agent pitcher Tim Hill has continued to draw interest from the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, Diamondbacks, Rockies, and Angels. Ragazzo noted there is mutual interest in a potential reunion with the Yankees. Last season, Hill opened the campaign with the White Sox and posted a 5.87 ERA and a […]
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Cubs Have Shown Interest In Michael King
According to Matthew Trueblood of NorthSideBaseball.com, the Chicago Cubs have inquired about a potential trade to acquire San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Michael King. Throughout the season, the Padres have looked to shed payroll as Dylan Cease and Luis Arraez have been discussed in trade talks but have yet to be dealt. However, according to […]
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