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Mackenzie Blackwood Facing Former Team On Thursday
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood will take the starter's crease on Thursday evening against his former club, the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks traded Blackwood earlier this season and the 28-year-old has been one of the best netminders in the sport since moving to Colorado. He is currently riding a two-game winning streak into Thursday's […]
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Josh Manson Returning On Thursday
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (lower body) is set to return to the starting lineup on Thursday evening against the San Jose Sharks. Manson has been sidelined for the past seven contests with this injury. As a result, Oliver Kylington will likely move out of the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should expect Manson to return […]
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Jason Zucker Not Playing On Thursday
Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (lower body) will not be available for Thursday's contest against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Zucker will now miss his fifth-straight contest. However, Mike Harrington noted that his absence is still injury related and not related to roster management. As a result, Jordan Greenway will continue to see time on […]
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Michael Bunting Not Expected To Play This Weekend
Nashville Predators left wing Michael Bunting (abdomen) is viewed as a day-to-day and is not expected to suit up this weekend. Bunting underwent an operation to remove his appendix last week. On Wednesday evening, the Penguins traded Bunting to Nashville in exchange for Thomas Novak and Luke Schenn. Through 58 games this season, Bunting has […]
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Brian Dumoulin Traded To New Jersey
The Anaheim Ducks have traded defenseman Brian Dumoulin to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a 2025 second-round selection and forward prospect Herman Traff. Dumoulin has spent the entire 2024 campaign with the Ducks. Across 61 contests, Dumoulin has tallied 16 points (two goals) with 57 shots on goal and 10 penalty minutes. Dumoulin […]
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Eddys Leonard Shifted To Minor-League Camp
The Detroit Tigers have assigned shortstop Eddys Leonard to minor-league camp. Leonard was competing for a depth role on the major-league roster during camp but instead, the team will opt for him to continue his development in the minor leagues. Last season, the 24-year-old received his first extended look at Triple-A and posted a .263/.326/.455 […]
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Joe La Sorsa Makes Spring Debut
Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Joe La Sorsa (illness) made his spring training debut on Monday. La Sorsa tossed a shutout frame against the Milwaukee Brewers. He tallied two punchouts and did not allow a baserunner. The southpaw was sidelined during the early part of camp due to an illness. However, seeing him return to action […]
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Greg Jones Optioned To Triple-A
The Colorado Rockies have optioned outfielder Greg Jones to Triple-A. Jones was competing for a depth role on the major-league roster during camp. However, given his lack of production in spring training, the team will opt for him to continue his development with Triple-A Albuquerque. Jones made his MLB debut last season and tallied just […]
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Lazaro Montes Flashing Upside At Spring Training
Seattle Mariners outfield prospect Lazaro Montes has gone 4-for-9 with a double and two home runs during his first taste of spring training. Montes has tallied six RBI and held a 3:3 BB:K ratio. He is one of just three Mariners who have gone deep at least twice during camp. Montes has only seen time […]
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Coby Mayo Struggling In Grapefruit League
Baltimore Orioles third base prospect Coby Mayo has gone 1-for-20 at the plate in the Grapefruit League. Mayo's lone hit did not go for extra bases. The former fourth-round pick is considered one of the top third base prospects in the sport. Last season, Mayo flashed immense power upside in the minor leagues. In 89 […]
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Samuel Basallo Performing Well In Spring Training
Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo has gone 3-for-10 with a home run and two RBI during his first taste of spring training. He has tallied two RBI and only struck out three times. Basallo is considered not only the top prospect in the Baltimore system but also one of the best in baseball. Last […]
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2020s College Football All-Decade Team: Top Players So Far
With the decade just over the halfway point, it is a great time to take a look at the All-Decade NCAAF of the 2020s. Which players will represent their respective positions?
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Mike Trout Showing Power In Spring Training
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout has gone deep twice over his first six spring training contests. Trout has gone 4-for-11 with a double, two long balls, and a 5:5 BB:K ratio. The 33-year-old suffered a season-ending knee injury last summer but appears to be at full strength. Last season, Trout appeared in just 29 […]
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Ernie Clement Returning On Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Ernie Clement (face) will cover third base and bat in the seven-hole against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday afternoon. Clement has been sidelined since Monday after being hit by a pitch. Clement avoided any significant injuries and only sustained a lip laceration and contusion. Seeing that he is back […]
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NFL Owner Report Card: Final Regular Season Grades for Every Owner
With the 2024 NFL regular season in the books, it is time to hand out grades for each owner. Read ahead to see the grades for owners of the 2024 regular season.
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Michael King Tosses Two Scoreless Frames In Spring Debut
San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Michael King tossed two shutout frames during his spring debut on Wednesday against the Colorado Rockies. However, King struggled with his command as he served up two walks over this start. He did tally three strikeouts. Even though King enjoyed a breakout campaign in 2024, King sometimes struggled with his […]
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Brandon Nimmo Testing New Cleats
New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (knee/foot) has begun testing out new cleats during the early part of spring training to help with his plantar fasciitis. This injury lingered throughout the 2024 campaign and resurfaced during spring. However, Nimmo has expressed that his foot is beginning to feel "normal" again. Nimmo is also battling some […]
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Alec Marsh Throws Bullpen Session
Kansas City Royals right-handed pitcher Alec Marsh (shoulder) recently completed a successful bullpen session. Marsh has been dealing with tightness in his shoulder during the early part of camp. The 26-year-old has been able to throw several bullpens but has yet to make his spring training debut. Last season, Marsh was deployed primarily out of […]
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Kutter Crawford Will Start The Season On The Injured List
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Kutter Crawford (knee) will open the season on the injured list. The 28-year-old is dealing with patellar tendon soreness. This injury popped up sometime during the offseason and will now keep him sidelined for the start of the regular season. The Red Sox could also be without starting pitcher Brayan […]
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Vincent Desharnais Shipped To San Jose
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded defenseman Vincent Desharnais to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a 2028 fifth-round selection. Desharnais was traded to the Penguins earlier in January in a deal that sent Marcus Pettersson to the Vancouver Canucks. Desharnais appeared in 10 games during his time in Pittsburgh but did not get on […]
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Adin Hill Extends Winning Streak To Four Games
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced en route to defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday evening. This outing extended Hill's winning streak to four games. Even though the Leafs had the advantage in the shot total, Hill was able to lead the way. During this four-game […]
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Thomas Novak, Luke Schenn Traded To Pittsburgh
On Wednesday evening, the Pittsburgh Penguins traded left wing Michael Bunting and a 2026 fourth-round selection in exchange for Nashville Predators center Thomas Novak and defenseman Luke Schenn. Novak has been deployed as a middle-six center in Nashville. This season, he has tallied 22 points (13 goals, nine helpers) with five of the points coming […]
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Michael Bunting Traded To Nashville
The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded left wing Michael Bunting (abdomen) and a 2026 fourth-round selection to the Nashville Predators in exchange for center Thomas Novak and defenseman Luke Schenn. Bunting is currently sidelined with after undergoing an appendectomy and could return later in the 2024 season. However, Bunting will be under contract with Nashville for […]
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John Gibson Exits Early On Wednesday
Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson (upper body) exited Wednesday's contest early with an upper-body injury. Gibson logged just over 30 minutes of ice time before being replaced by Lukas Dostal. Before leaving, Gibson stopped 19 of the 21 shots he faced. Over his previous four contests, the 31-year-old has struggled as he has held a […]
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Thomas Chabot Exits With Illness
Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (illness) exited Wednesday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks early. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next contest on Saturday afternoon against the New York Rangers. He was only able to log 14 minutes of ice time before exiting. He did not get on the […]
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Christian Scott Set To Throw On Monday
New York Mets right-handed pitcher Christian Scott (elbow) is set to throw for the first time since his surgery on Monday. Scott underwent a hybrid elbow surgery that cut his season short. He is also not expected to pitch in any games during the 2025 campaign. Dynasty managers should continue to monitor his status as […]
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Mitchell Parker Has Stiffness In Neck
Washington Nationals left-handed pitcher Mitchell Parker (neck) is dealing with neck stiffness and was unable to pitch on Wednesday. Parker woke up with pain in his neck, and the team decided to lean on the side of caution. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but this injury does not seem overly serious. Last […]
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DL Hall Hits 60-Day Injured List
The Milwaukee Brewers placed left-handed pitcher DL Hall (lat) on the 60-day injured list. This transaction opened a spot on the roster for Jose Quintana, who the team signed earlier this week. Hall was dealing with this lat strain before reporting to camp. Hall is scheduled to play catch later this week, but it appears […]
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Korey Lee Exits Wednesday's Contest Early
Chicago White Sox catcher Korey Lee (hand) exited Wednesday's contest early with a bruised hand. The X-rays came back negative and the team views him as day-to-day. Fantasy managers should expect Lee to miss a few games this week, but he did avoid a significant injury. The 26-year-old is expected to compete for the starting […]
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Adam Frazier Battling Back Soreness
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier (back) is battling a sore back. Frazier has not been in a spring training contest since February 26. Manager Derek Shelton noted that the plan is for Frazier to appear in games "later in the week." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his stats but seeing the team express […]
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