February 9, 2026
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Boston Red Sox have acquired infielder
Caleb Durbin from the Milwaukee Brewers. In exchange, the Red Sox are sending left-handed pitcher
Kyle Harrison, infielder
David Hamilton, and left-handed pitcher
Shane Drohan. Additionally, the Red Sox are also acquiring infielder Andrew Monasterio, third baseman
Anthony Seigler, and a Comp B pick. Durbin put together a solid MLB debut with the Brewers last summer, holding a .256/.354/.387 line. He hit 11 home runs and showcased his high-end speed, swiping 18 bags. Additionally, he showed an elite eye at the plate, striking out at a low 9.9% rate. With Boston, managers should expect Durbin to compete for a starting role at the hot corner, alongside
Marcelo Mayer. He would have sleeper appeal in deeper category formats if he earns a full-time role.
--Andy SmithSource: Jeff Passan
February 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed designated hitter
Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract. Ozuna was one of the top remaining bats on the open market and will look to provide a power spark to an improving Pittsburgh lineup. Last summer, Ozuna had a down year by his standards, hitting a low .232/.355/.400 line with a modest .755 OPS. He hit just 21 home runs. However, the year prior, Ozuna launched 39 long balls with a stellar .302/.378/.546 slash line. Despite the underwhelming 2025 season. Ozuna still generated a strong .354 xwOBA with an 11.4% barrel rate, suggesting he should see some positive regression in 2026. While his counting statistics may drop moving to this new lineup, he is a prime bounce-back candidate as he should return to the 30-HR mark in the Steel City.
--Andy SmithSource: Jon Heyman
February 9, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Jonas Rondbjerg (undisclosed) will miss the 2026 Olympics. Team Denmark has replaced him on the roster with defenseman Malte Setkov, a former Detroit Red Wings fourth-round draft pick who plays in the local Danish league. Rondbjerg is dealing with an undisclosed injury and was deemed week-to-week by Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy last Monday. The Danish winger has spent most of the season in the minors, registering one assist in four appearances with the big club. In the AHL, Rondbjerg has managed 23 points (12 goals, 11 assists) in 36 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: IIHF
February 9, 2026
Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand (undisclosed) is on track to play for Team Canada against Czechia at the Olympics on Thursday. The veteran forward practiced on Sunday, skating on a line with Nathan MacKinnon and Nick Suzuki on a stacked team. Marchand has been banged up this season and played in only five of the Panthers' final 15 games before the Olympic break. Florida has received great production from Marchand when he has been on the ice, as the 37-year-old has tallied 25 goals and 50 points in 46 outings. Marchand could also be a scoring machine for Canada if he sticks with MacKinnon.
--Taavi PailkSource: TSN
February 9, 2026
Colorado Avalanche winger Gabriel Landeskog (upper body) is good to go for the 2026 Olympics. The veteran forward hasn't played since early January, but he has shaken off an upper-body injury in time for the Olympic tournament. Team Sweden named Landeskog captain. After overcoming a career-threatening knee injury, Landeskog has tallied 22 points (seven goals, 15 assists) in 41 games with the Avalanche this season. At Sunday's practice, Landeskog skated on a line with Alexander Wennberg of the San Jose Sharks and Adrian Kempe of the Los Angeles Kings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 9, 2026
Boston Red Sox infield prospect
Mikey Romero is in line to make his MLB debut sometime during the 2026 campaign. Romero joined the Red Sox in the opening round of the 2022 MLB Draft out of Orange Lutheran HS. Romero opened the 2025 season with Double-A Portland, where he looked quite comfortable, holding a .254/.315/.440 line with eight home runs, four stolen bases, and a 74:23 K:BB. He was then moved up to the top club in the Boston system, Triple-A Worcester, for his 45 games of the campaign. During this stint, the infielder carried a lower .232/.276/.469 slash line. However, he did flash high power upside, launching nine long balls over this short taste. While Romero will likely be behind
Kristian Campbell and
Marcelo Mayer in projected playing time, he should be in the mix to debut in Boston later in the 2026 season.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (lower body) will be available for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Before the international break, Hughes missed three Devils games due to a lower-body injury. Nevertheless, following full practice on Sunday, he's ready to suit up alongside his brother Quinn. It's been a stop-start season for Hughes due to health issues, but he's been productive when on the ice, averaging a point per game. In 36 outings, Hughes has recorded 12 goals and 24 assists. On Sunday, Hughes worked on a line with Dylan Larkin and Tage Thompson.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
February 9, 2026
New York Mets first base/outfield prospect
Ryan Clifford is unlikely to break camp with the MLB roster, but should be in the mix to reach Queens early in the campaign. Per MLB.com, Clifford is the team's No. 6 prospect and is considered the sport's No. 5 overall first base prospect. Clifford was drafted in the 11th round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros. Last summer, Clifford spent the majority of his campaign (105 games) at Double-A. During this stint, Clifford held a .243/.355/.494 line with a strong .848 OPS. He hit 24 home runs while swiping four bases. He was then bumped up to Triple-A, where he logged 34 games with a much lower .219/.359/.393 line with a .754 OPS. Clifford will likely need to find his footing at Triple-A during the opening months before making a strong push to join the major leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
Detroit Tigers infield prospect
Max Anderson could compete for a role on the team's Opening Day roster during spring training. Anderson, the team's No. 9-ranked prospect, is often underrated in the system, given Detroit's elite prospects at the top, including outfielder
Max Clark and top infielder
Kevin McGonigle. However, Anderson tuned up solidly in 2025 and earned a non-roster invite to the team's MLB spring training. In 2025, Anderson began the campaign with Double-A Erie, where he posted a .306/.358/.499 line with 14 long balls. He was then bumped up to Triple-A Toledo, where he took a slight step back, carrying a .267/.327/.422 line with a .749 OPS. The 23-year-old Nebraska product is a name to monitor in deeper formats, as he could begin the season in the depth role in Detroit.
--Andy SmithSource: RotoBaller
February 9, 2026
New York Yankees right-handed prospect pitcher Ben Hess earned an invite to MLB spring training. Hess is currently ranked as the team's No. 6 prospect by MLB Pipeline and could make a strong case in camp to begin the 2026 season with Triple-A. Hess joined the Yankees with the 26th overall selection in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Alabama. In 2025, the right-hander made his professional debut. He began his career with Low-A, where he logged 66 2/3 innings to the tune of a 3.51 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP. He racked up an elite 94 punchouts over this stint. He was then bumped up to Double-A Somerset, where Hess was even more dominant, posting a 2.70 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and a 45:13 K:BB through 36 2/3 innings. Given his quick progression throughout the system, a 2026 MLB debut is in play.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
February 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Edward Florentino is a name to keep a close eye on in dynasty formats during the 2026 campaign. Florentino is currently ranked as MLB.com's No. 81 overall prospect and Pittsburgh's No. 5-ranked prospect. However, Florentino looked quite comfortable in his first full season as a professional and could find himself much higher on prospect boards by the end of the 2026 campaign. He made his professional debut in 2024 in the Dominican Summer League, where he posted a .260/.432/.459 lines across 49 games. While he began 2025 in the DSL as well, he was able to join Low-A after a short 29-game stint. With Low-A Bradenton, Florentino posted a strong .262/.380/.503 with 10 home runs and 29 stolen bases. Given his quick adjustments, the 19-year-old could spend most of 2026 with High-A.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers center
Robert Williams III (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday against Philadelphia after sitting out Saturday due to injury management. The matchup is not part of a back-to-back, improving his chances to return, though availability remains uncertain. Williams has been productive when active, averaging 9.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.0 blocks across 19.3 minutes over his last five games while shooting 91.7 percent from the field. If he sits,
Donovan Clingan should see heavier minutes, with
Yang Hansen next in line. Williams is a high-upside hold despite the risk.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Los Angeles Angels right-handed starting pitcher
George Klassen will attend big-league spring training. The right-hander enters the 2026 campaign sitting as the team's No. 3-ranked prospect on MLB.com. Klassen was a sixth-round selection by the Phillies back in the 2023 MLB Draft and is now steps away from making the MLB Opening Day roster. In 2025, the Minnesota product spent most of his season at Double-A, where he logged 102 2/3 innings to the tune of a 5.33 ERA with a 1.48 WHIP. During this stint, he struck out 126 hitters while allowing 46 walks. However, over his last four outings at Double-A, he posted an elite 1.17 ERA, which earned him a one-game taste of Triple-A. If Klassen continues to perform well in camp, he could be in the mix to join the Angels early in the first half.
--Andy SmithSource: Los Angeles Angels
February 9, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in Denver after suffering a left ankle sprain, putting his Ironman stretch since mid-November at risk. If Tyson sits, Cleveland would likely redistribute wing minutes to
Sam Merrill and
Keon Ellis, though neither projects for a major usage spike. The bulk of the offensive load should continue to funnel through
Donovan Mitchell and newly acquired veteran
James Harden. Tyson logged 10 points and six rebounds in his last outing and remains a hold in deeper formats, but his short-term value hinges on availability.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard
Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is listed as probable for Monday against Philadelphia after sitting out Saturday as part of injury management. If cleared, Henderson should step back into a featured role with Portland short-handed. In his return last game, he logged 21 minutes with 11 points, five rebounds, nine assists, two three-pointers, one steal, and five turnovers while shooting 40 percent from the field. With
Shaedon Sharpe (calf) out and
Deni Avdija (back) questionable, playmaking volume should remain elevated, making Henderson a strong assists-focused play despite efficiency risk.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Cedric Coward (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report for Monday against Golden State after missing Saturday, indicating he has been cleared to return. His availability likely sends
Jahmai Mashack back to a reserve role after Mashack logged 30 minutes with 8 points, two three-pointers, one rebound, one assist, and six steals. Coward had been trending up before the injury and now looks like a long-term hold, especially with Memphis' season tilting toward development and
Ja Morant (elbow) still sidelined. Usage and minutes should remain stable.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Santi Aldama (knee) will remain sidelined Monday against Golden State, marking a third straight absence as he continues to manage a right knee issue. Memphis is short-handed up front, keeping rotation minutes available.
Kyle Anderson filled the void last game with 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks, while
Olivier-Maxence Prosper delivered a spike performance with 25 points, five rebounds, and seven three-pointers in 25 minutes. Both remain volatile fantasy plays, but opportunity should persist as long as Aldama is out.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Lakers, extending his absence to nine straight games as he continues to work back from an abdominal strain. His return window remains uncertain, with Wednesday the earliest possibility. The continued absence keeps rotation minutes and usage available, especially with
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) also sidelined.
Cason Wallace led the way last game with 23 points, four rebounds, four assists, and four steals in 34 minutes.
Isaiah Joe and
Aaron Wiggins remain viable streamers, while newcomer
Jared McCain remains buried in a crowded guard and wing rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward
Shaedon Sharpe (calf) will miss a second straight game Monday against Philadelphia with left calf soreness. The absence keeps wing minutes available, with
Vit Krejci and
Sidy Cissoko positioned to benefit. In the last game, Cissoko logged 33 minutes with seven points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and two steals, while Krejci posted 10 points, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two three-pointers in 26 minutes. Both profile as short-term streamers in deeper formats, while Sharpe should be held in most fantasy formats until he returns.
Deni Avdija's (back) status also bears monitoring.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Jalen Williams (hamstring) will return to action in Monday's marquee matchup against
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2025 All-Star hasn't played since Jan. 17 due to a right hamstring strain. Williams has also missed time this season due to wrist surgery, appearing in only 24 games. He has averaged 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.3 steals in 29.6 minutes per game. Because of his lengthy absence, Williams might carry a minute limit on Monday night. Still, with
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) out of commission, Williams will be expected to do a lot of work on the offensive end.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
February 8, 2026
New York Mets third baseman
Brett Baty is expected to shift positions this season. According to Anthony DiComo, Baty spent the latter part of his offseason getting reps in left field. The Mets brought in
Bo Bichette to be the everyday third baseman, so Baty is without a full-time spot right now. He could very well get regular at-bats in the outfield, assuming he can prove himself to be a viable fielder in the corner outfield. According to Baseball Reference, Baty has played 1.0 inning in left field during his big league career. He has mostly been playing third base with some second base mixed in as well. Baty did a nice job with the bat last season, slashing .254/.313/.435 with 18 home runs and 50 RBI in 130 games. The 26-year-old figures to get a fair shot at the left field job during Spring Training.
--Andy WebbSource: Anthony DiComo
February 8, 2026
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (concussion) has returned to the Super Bowl. Smith-Njigba exited the contest in the third quarter after being evaluated for a concussion. However, in the early stages of the game's final frame, the team's top wideout cleared protocol and returned to action. Before exiting, the 23-year-old caught three of his nine targets for 24 yards. He is expected to remain the team's top wideout over the final quarter of the season.
--Andy SmithSource: Gregg Bell
February 8, 2026
Miami Marlins starting pitcher
Sandy Alcantara is expected to be the Opening Day starter, according to Christina De Nicola. This isn't shocking news, given the Marlins traded
Edward Cabrera and
Ryan Weathers this offseason. The only competition for the Opening Day start would be
Eury Perez. The Marlins are expected to give the starting nod to the veteran Alcantara, who has certainly earned this honor. Alcantara mostly struggled last season, but showed signs of life down the stretch of the season. Over his final eight starts, Alcantara posted a 2.68 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, and a 52/10 K/BB ratio across 53.2 innings. Fantasy managers will need to see a strong showing in Spring Training before jumping on the Alcantara hype train again.
--Andy WebbSource: Christina De Nicola
February 8, 2026
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (concussion) is questionable to return to the Super Bowl due to being evaluated for a concussion. The team's star wideout was seen jogging to the locker room in the game's third quarter after taking a hit. Before suffering the injury, New England held the 23-year-old to just three catches for 24 yards on nine targets. While he remains on the sidelines, veteran wideout
Cooper Kupp should operate as the top option in the Seattle passing game.
--Andy SmithSource: Jourdan Rodrigue
February 8, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher
Jose Berrios might not have a guaranteed spot in the starting rotation to begin the 2026 season. Berrios endured a tough campaign where he finished the regular season on the injured list and was left off the postseason roster. The right-hander finished with a 4.17 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and a 138/56 K/BB ratio across 31 games (30 starts) in 2025. His 166.0 innings were his lowest since the shortened 2020 season. The Jays have added
Dylan Cease and
Cody Ponce to the mix this offseason. They'll have
Kevin Gausman,
Shane Bieber, and
Trey Yesavage returning from last season. It's looking like Berrios could be the odd man out and headed to a swingman type of role in the bullpen. The Jays are still on the hook for $67 million over the next three years, so Berrios will have a role, but it might not be a full-time starter.
--Andy WebbSource: Keegan Matheson
February 8, 2026
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (concussion) is questionable to return to the Super Bowl due to a concussion. Knight sustained this concussion in the game's third quarter. Before exiting, the 25-year-old linebacker logged one solo tackle. While he remains on the sidelines, fantasy managers should expect Seattle to turn to Drake Thomas to have a larger role.
--Andy SmithSource: Michael-Shawn Dugar
February 8, 2026
The New York Mets have signed free-agent outfielder
MJ Melendez to an MLB deal on Sunday. They've agreed on a one-year, $1.5 million contract for the upcoming 2026 season. Hopefully, a change of scenery will help Melendez, who has struggled during his first four years with the Kansas City Royals. He only played 23 big league games last season and spent most of his time in Triple-A. Melendez slashed .261/.323/.490 with 20 home runs, 64 RBI, and 20 stolen bases in 107 games at Triple-A Omaha last season. The former second-round pick continues to post strong numbers in the minor leagues, but can't seem to translate them to the MLB level. Clearly, the Mets believe that they can tap into his potential, but he'll likely be a fourth outfielder.
--Andy WebbSource: Jon Heyman
February 8, 2026
Brooklyn Nets point guard
Egor Demin (rest) won't suit up on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. The Russian rookie will be rested after making five consecutive appearances. Demin has had a tough time finding consistency, following Thursday's big 26-point effort against Orlando with a four-point dud in Saturday's win over Washington. The Nets also won't have
Michael Porter Jr. (knee) on Monday, leaving two openings in the starting lineup.
Danny Wolf is expected to replace Porter Jr., while
Terance Mann and
Drake Powell are the top candidates to fill in for Demin.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (knee) won't play against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. He has been ruled out for the game due to right knee tendinitis. Porter Jr.'s absence creates an intriguing situation, as he leads the Nets in scoring with 25.0 points per game. The rest of the squad must pick up the slack on the offensive end. Meanwhile,
Danny Wolf is poised to replace Porter Jr. in the starting lineup, having regularly filled in for him in the past. Wolf averages 10.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists as a starter.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Deni Avdija (back) might be out for a fifth consecutive game on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers, as he has been listed as questionable on the injury report. Avdija is having trouble shaking off a back issue, which has limited him to only four appearances since mid-January. In Avdija's absence,
Jerami Grant has moved back into the first unit, scoring a game-high 29 points in Saturday's win over Memphis.
Sidy Cissoko, who tallied seven points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and two steals on Saturday, also has more fantasy appeal with Avdija on the shelf.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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