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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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Ben Casparius Could Make Opening Day Roster
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Ben Casparius has a "good chance" to make the Opening Day roster as a multi-inning reliever. Last season Casparius made his MLB debut and logged eight 1/3 innings with the Dodgers and held a 2.16 ERA with a 1.56 WHIP. He tallied 12 punchouts. Across this small stint, he generated […]
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Capitals Place Jakub Vrana On Waivers
The Washington Capitals have placed right wing Jakub Vrana on waivers earlier on Wednesday. Vrana has only drawn one start since the first week of January. As a result, the team decided to remove him from the NHL roster. Through 26 games this season, Vrana has scored seven goals and added four assists. He has […]
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Jesse Puljujarvi Inks One-Year Deal With Florida
The Florida Panthers have signed right wing Jesse Puljujarvi off waivers to a one-year, two-way contract. Puljujarvi was placed on waivers by the Penguins last month after they demoted him to the AHL. Through 26 games in Pittsburgh this season, Puljujarvi has found the back of the net three times and added six helpers. He […]
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Quinn Hughes Not Playing On Wednesday
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (undisclosed) will not be in the starting lineup on Wednesday evening when the Cancuks face the Anaheim Ducks. Hughes sustained an injury during their previous game on Saturday evening. Hughes was sidelined for six games in February and may have faced a setback. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]
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Igor Shesterkin Starting On Wednesday
New York goaltender Igor Shesterkin was the first goaltender off during Wednesday's morning skate, which suggests he will likely take the starter's crease on Wednesday evening when the Rangers face the Washington Capitals. Shesterkin has begun to find his footing after a rough stretch during January and February. Over his last four starts, Shesterkin has […]
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Michael Rasmussen Cleared To Return On Thursday
Detroit Red Wings right wing Michael Rasmussen (head) is cleared to return to the starting lineup on Thursday when the Red Wings face the Utah Hockey Club. The 25-year-old has been sidelined for their previous four contests due to this injury. Fantasy managers should expect Rasmussen to return to his role in the bottom-six of […]
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Martin Necas Playing Through Illness
Colorado Avalanche right wing Martin Necas (illness) played through nausea during Tuesday's victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Necas logged just two shifts over the final 14 minutes of the contest. He logged two shots on goal and did not get on the scoresheet. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his status leading […]
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Jordan Walker Undergoing Further Testing
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker (knee) underwent tests on his left knee. Walker sustained this injury during Tuesday's spring training contest. John Denton of MLB.com noted that the team should provide an update later on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team will likely keep him sidelined for the […]
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Jarlin Susana Sent To Minor-League Camp
Washington Nationals pitching prospect Jarlin Susana was sent to the minor-league camp. Susana is considered one of the top prospects in the Washington system. During his brief look at spring training, the 20-year-old tossed three innings with three punchouts. The right-hander received his first full look of professional baseball during the 2023 season as he […]
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