April 1, 2026
J.J. Spaun's struggles have continued to start the year, recording four missed cuts and just one finish inside the top 40 through seven events. He looks to find some sort of turnaround at the Valero Texas Open, where he won in 2022 and has one other top-25 finish in seven appearances. It's no surprise that Spaun has struggled with the putter, ranking 159th on tour and losing -0.875 strokes per round. Outside of that, he has been solid, ranking 38th on approach (+0.355), 37th in total driving, and 51st tee to green (+0.424). He also ranks in the 87th percentile in proximity from 150-200 yards, a distance that accounted for 36.5% of approach shots here last year. His only top-25 finish this season came during his only positive week on the greens, and his results in San Antonio follow a similar pattern. If Spaun can produce even a neutral week with the putter, he could find himself in contention at a familiar course once again.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
April 1, 2026
Through five events to start the season, Thorbjorn Olesen recorded four missed cuts and a T40 finish, which came at the Cognizant Classic. He showed signs of a turnaround last week at the Texas Children's Houston Open, finishing T14 while gaining over 5.8 strokes on approach. He'll look to carry that into the Valero Texas Open, where he has finished T14 and T5 over the last two years. His success here has been driven by strong approach play, gaining over 8.1 strokes on the field across those two starts. However, the flat stick remains a major concern. He ranks 142nd in putting this season (-0.538 strokes per round) and has lost strokes on the greens in both appearances in San Antonio. Olesen also ranks 17th on approach (+0.608), 24th tee to green (+0.786), and 17th in proximity from 200+ yards, a range that made up over 26% of approach shots here last year. The ball striking will need to carry him, but he is trending upwards ahead of a course he has found success at.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
April 1, 2026
After recording no result better than T40 through his first seven events, Denny McCarthy has started to turn things around, posting finishes of T26 and T12 in his last two starts. He looks to keep that momentum going at the Valero Texas Open, where he has recorded finishes of T18, second, and T18 in his last three appearances. Success at TPC San Antonio typically hinges on ball striking, along with accuracy off the tee and short game play. McCarthy ranks 74th in strokes gained on approach (+0.110 per round), 78th in driving accuracy, 59th in putting (+0.172), and 81st around the green (+0.007). Over his last three starts here, he has gained a massive 32.75 strokes on the field, including over 18.2 strokes putting. This is clearly a course where McCarthy is comfortable, and at $8,200 on DraftKings, he offers strong upside at this price point.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: PGA Tour
April 1, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (upper body) will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season, Jack Bushman of Chicago Hockey Now reports. He suffered an upper-body injury in March and has sat out five games. The early end of Grzelcky's campaign means that he will finish the season without scoring a single goal. After a career-high 40 points (one goal, 39 assists) in Pittsburgh last season, Grzelcyk's offensive contributions were limited to 11 assists in 69 games this term. Chicago has lost Artyom Levshunov (hand) until the end of the season, giving Kevin Korchinski and Ethan Del Mastro opportunities to play.
--Taavi PailkSource: Jack Bushman
April 1, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov (hand) won't return to action this season, Jack Bushman of Chicago Hockey Now reports. The 20-year-old rookie sustained a fractured hand last week and has already sat out two games. Levshunov will wrap up the campaign with 24 points (two goals, 22 assists), 84 SOG, 75 blocks, 98 hits, and a minus-41 rating in 68 games. The No. 2 pick of the 2024 draft clearly has to improve his even-strength play to boost his fantasy stock. He is expected to be a big part of the Blackhawks' future.
--Taavi PailkSource: Jack Bushman
April 1, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks reliever
Paul Sewald continued his strong start Tuesday against the Detroit Tigers, earning his second save of the season with a clean inning. Sewald struck out the side and has yet to allow a baserunner through 2 1/3 innings of work this year. His early dominance positions him for more opportunities as Arizona works to solidify its closer role. Sewald saw limited innings last season in Detroit, but he has shown the ability to anchor the back end of a bullpen. The 35-year-old owns a 4.09 ERA and 1.14 WHIP across 398 career innings and is quickly building momentum in Arizona.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Mathieu Olivier (upper body) won't be available for a couple of weeks, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports. He suffered an upper-body injury on Sunday against Boston and might be done for the rest of the regular season. The Blue Jackets will wrap up their schedule on April 14. Olivier averages 3.4 hits per game and has notched 26 points (15 goals, 11 assists) in 61 games. Kent Johnson slotted into the lineup as his replacement in Tuesday's loss to Carolina and might now play regularly until Olivier returns. However, Johnson's productivity has nosedived this season and won't be much help to fantasy teams.
--Taavi PailkSource: Jeff Svoboda
April 1, 2026
Detroit Tigers closer
Kenley Jansen blew his second save opportunity of the season Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves, surrendering a three-run go-ahead home run after entering with two runners on base in the eighth inning. Jansen is now one for two in save chances this year. Despite the setback, he is not expected to lose trust from his manager after over a decade of dominance in the role. The 38-year-old is in his first season with Detroit and has allowed one run across 1 1/3 innings. He will look to rebound quickly and remain a steady presence at the back end of the bullpen.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Florida Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues (finger) will have season-ending surgery, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports. The 32-year-old broke a finger last week, and it was reported that he was expected to miss the rest of the campaign. With him now scheduled for surgery, Rodrigues' absence for the remainder of the season is confirmed. He will finish the year with 31 points (11 goals, 20 assists) in 69 games. Florida has also lost Sam Reinhart (foot), Brad Marchand (lower body), Anton Lundell (ribs), and Jonah Gadjovich (upper body) until the end of the season, so the team's offense will look very different in the final few games.
--Taavi PailkSource: George Richards
April 1, 2026
Athletics reliever
Mark Leiter Jr. earned his first save of the season Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves, working through traffic to secure the win. Leiter Jr. allowed two hits in the inning but limited the damage, recording one strikeout and stranding both runners. The left-hander is in his first season with Oakland and is working to establish a role early. The 35-year-old has never recorded more than eight save opportunities in a season, but early success could create more chances. He has pitched 2 2/3 innings this year, allowing one run on five hits with one strikeout, and is beginning to emerge as an option in late innings.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Florida Panthers forward Sam Reinhart (foot) will be out for the rest of the season, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports. Sidelined since mid-March with a foot injury, there's little incentive for the team to bring Reinhart back with the playoffs out of reach. The 30-year-old will finish the campaign with 29 goals and 61 points in 64 games. With Reinhart out of the picture, players like Mackie Samoskevich and A.J. Greer are poised to have bigger roles for the rest of the way.
--Taavi PailkSource: Jameson Olive
April 1, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals reliever
Ryne Stanek was used earlier than expected in Tuesday's 3-0 win against the New York Mets. The 34-year-old worked a clean seventh inning, allowing one walk and recording one strikeout. The outing followed a blown save Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays in his second opportunity of the season. Stanek will look to build on this performance and regain his manager's trust in high-leverage situations. The 10-year veteran is in his first season with St. Louis and has posted a 2.70 ERA across 3 1/3 innings this year.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Ottawa Senators defenseman Carter Yakemchuk (upper body) didn't finish Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Florida Panthers. He joined a growing list of injuries on the Senators' defense after taking a high hit from Panthers forward Noah Gregor in the third period. Gregor received a match penalty for the incident. Ottawa's defense was already missing Jake Sanderson (upper body), Thomas Chabot (forearm), Nick Jensen (knee), and Dennis Gilbert (upper body) on Tuesday. As a result of these absences, Yakemchuk has seen time on the top power-play unit. If Yakemchuk misses additional time, Senators head coach Travis Green will face yet another round of adjustments on an already depleted blue line.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
April 1, 2026
Los Angeles Angels reliever
Jordan Romano earned his second save in as many chances Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, continuing a strong early-season run. Jordan Romano entered for
Drew Pomeranz with one out in the ninth inning and worked around a walk, recording a lineout before finishing the game with a strikeout. The right-hander has appeared in three games and has not allowed a hit, while tallying two strikeouts and four walks. This marks a sharp turnaround from 2025, when he posted an 8.23 ERA across 42 2/3 innings. His early role in save situations signals growing trust with his new team, and he is positioning himself to claim a firm grip on the closer job in Los Angeles.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (hand) may be out for the rest of the campaign after being hurt in Tuesday's win over the Ottawa Senators. The veteran rearguard injured his hand in the third period while blocking a shot. According to George Richards of Florida Hockey Now, Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said postgame that Eklad's injury "doesn't look good." Dmitry Kulikov (face) and Donovan Sebrango (undisclosed) were also hurt on Tuesday. Due to injuries, Florida is already using a patched-up front line late in the season, and now the team could also be without several regulars on defense.
--Taavi PailkSource: George Richards
April 1, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals reliever
Riley O'Brien picked up his first save of the season Tuesday against the New York Mets, tossing one hitless inning to close out the win. The right-hander has now appeared in three games, logging 3 1/3 innings with two strikeouts, three hits allowed, and zero earned runs. O'Brien is building on last season's breakout, when he posted a 2.06 ERA and 0.90 WHIP across 48 innings. His early usage in high-leverage spots suggests growing trust from the coaching staff. If this trend continues, he could carve out a steady role in late-game situations for St. Louis.
--Julian BrookeSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward
Cameron Johnson (back) isn't on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. Back spasms prevented Johnson from finishing Sunday's game against Golden State, but he won't have to miss additional time due to the issue. However,
Spencer Jones (hamstring) and
Zeke Nnaji (hip), who both also exited early on Sunday, won't be available against Utah. Considering those absences, Johnson could see increased minutes on Wednesday in a highly favorable fantasy matchup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward/center
Aaron Gordon (calf) is probable for Wednesday's meeting with the Utah Jazz. After he missed Sunday's win over Golden State due to left calf tightness, Gordon was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.
Peyton Watson was part of the starting unit against the Warriors and is likely heading back to the bench on Wednesday night. Still, Watson will maintain an important role and hinted on Tuesday that he might see more playing time against Utah after being recently limited to around 20 minutes per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Malik Monk (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's contest against the Toronto Raptors. A shoulder issue kept Monk sidelined on Sunday when the Kings faced Brooklyn. Monk had a pair of 30-point efforts last month, but he has recently acted more as a playmaker. The 28-year-old has averaged 7.4 assists across his last three appearances, adding 13.2 points in 27.0 minutes per game. On Wednesday, Monk will eat into the minutes of
Daeqwon Plowden,
DaQuan Jeffries, and
Killian Hayes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard/forward
DeMar DeRozan (hamstring) will play on Wednesday night against the Toronto Raptors. The veteran sat out Sunday's loss to Brooklyn due to a hamstring injury, but the team has removed him from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's action. It's a special matchup for DeRozan against the team he represented for nine years at the start of his career. Due to injuries, the Kings have very little quality left on the roster, so DeRozan should have free rein on offense. He has averaged 27.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 7.0 assists over his last two outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Miami Heat forward
Andrew Wiggins (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. Miami won't have
Norman Powell (illness) available and may be without another key contributor as Wiggins nurses a toe issue. If Wiggins can't play, the Heat could bring
Simone Fontecchio or
Kel'el Ware to the starting lineup. The two have made minimal impact in recent games, but a starting role would be a big boost for them.
Pelle Larsson and
Jaime Jaquez Jr. might also absorb some of Wiggins' minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (illness) will remain out for a third consecutive game on Wednesday against the Boston Celtics. The first-year All-Star is battling an illness, meaning the Heat must manage without their leading scorer.
Pelle Larsson has done a good job filling in for Powell in the starting lineup, averaging 17.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists over the last two games. Meanwhile,
Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s workload has increased off the bench, reaching 32 minutes in Monday's win over Philadelphia.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 1, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward/center
Danny Wolf (ankle) doesn't have a timeline for his return, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints reports. He is in a walking boot due to an ankle injury and has missed five games. Before he was hurt, Wolf's role had grown on the team. He averaged 10.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in March. Unfortunately, Wolf's rookie campaign might be over, as the Nets face only six more games.
Josh Minott and
Chaney Johnson are the main beneficiaries of Wolf's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: Erik Slater
April 1, 2026
Cleveland Guardians left-handed pitching prospect
Parker Messick should be viewed as a priority waiver wire pickup this week after his strong season debut. On Monday evening, the young southpaw was tasked to face the reigning two-time World Series Champions in Los Angeles. However, Messick looked quite comfortable on the bump, logging six shutout frames. He surrendered just five hits and no walks. He struck out five hitters. Last season, the 25-year-old made his MLB debut and flashed similar upside over a short 39 2/3 inning stint, holding a 2.72 ERA with a 1.31 WHIP. Last summer, Messick spent most of his campaign with Triple-A Columbus, where he held a 3.47 ERA with a 119:42 K:BB. Given his impressive showing against the game's top lineup, Messick should be viewed as a worthy starting pitcher target on the waiver wire.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect
Bubba Chandler struggled to command his pitches in his season debut on Tuesday evening. Facing the Cincinnati Reds, Chandler tossed 4 1/3 innings with one run (unearned), no hits, and six punchouts. However, he allowed a hefty six free passes, which has limited his effectiveness. While he was able to keep runs and hits off the board, his command remains a serious issue. Last season, Chandler allowed 53 free passes over just 100 innings at the Triple-A level. While he struck out 121 hitters in this stint, his weak command significantly hindered his upside. While he carried a near-perfect 3.2% BB% over his first stint in the majors in 2025 (31 1/3 innings), seeing him command stumble again is not a good sign. While the high-end strikeout upside is still elite, he remains a difficult pitcher to trust on a weekly basis. He will look to bounce back facing the San Diego Padres next week.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Philadelphia Phillies top pitching prospect
Andrew Painter was sharp in his MLB debut on Tuesday evening. Facing the Washington Nationals, Painter logged 5 1/3 innings of one-run ball with just four hits and one free pass. He struck out eight batters en route to picking up the victory as well. Painter endured some serious growing pains working his way back from injury last season, but he appears to have taken a massive step forward in the majors. In 2025, Painter spent 106 2/3 innings with Triple-A Lehigh Valley but carried a modest 5.40 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, and a 111:46 K:BB. In spring training, the former 13th overall pick showed some signs of progress, holding a 2.31 ERA over 11 2/3 innings. Given his impressive debut, Painter should be viewed as a primary target on the waiver wire ahead of his next outing, against the San Francisco Giants.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect
Jose Fernandez went 3-for-4 with two home runs during his MLB debut on Tuesday evening against the Detroit Tigers. Fernandez was promoted to the roster to replace
Pavin Smith (elbow), who was placed on the injured list earlier in the day. Fernandez got the start at the hot corner and did not disappoint, launching two long balls. He would hit his first home run off Detroit starter
Casey Mize in the fourth inning before hitting the go-ahead blast in the eighth inning off Detroit closer
Kenley Jansen. Last summer, Fernandez spent his entire 2025 season with Triple-A Reno, where he posted a .271/.321/.454 slash line with 17 home runs and 12 stolen bases. Given his impressive debut, managers in deeper 12+ team formats should consider adding him as he may carve out a role in this offense.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
April 1, 2026
Baltimore Orioles right-handed pitcher
Zach Eflin (elbow) is slated to be placed on the injured list, according to Jacob Calvin Meyer of The Baltimore Sun. In a corresponding move, the Orioles are slated to promote right-handed pitcher
Albert Suarez to the MLB roster. Eflin departed his season debut early with an elbow injury. While the team has yet to reveal the extent of their injury, seeing him already expected to hit the injured list suggests it is quite serious and will likely keep him sidelined for an extended period. Before suffering the injury, Eflin was looking quite comfortable on the bump, tossing 3 2/3 innings with one earned run and seven punchouts. Last season, Eflin battled injuries as well and was limited to just 71 1/3 innings of action. While he remains out, Suarez could see opportunities in the rotation and carry low-end streaming upside in deeper 15+ team formats.
--Andy SmithSource: Jacob Calvin Meyer
April 1, 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect
Chase DeLauter (foot) exited Tuesday's contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers early with a foot injury. However, Andre Knott of FOX 8 reported that the X-rays came back negative, which suggests the budding star avoided a serious injury. DeLauter would leave the contest after fouling a ball off his foot in the opening frame. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Dodgers in case the team opts to lean on the side of caution. Prior to Tuesday, DeLauter was enjoying an incredible start to the season, launching four home runs over his first five contests. If the former 16th overall pick were to miss any time, managers should expect
Daniel Schneemann and
David Fry to substitute in right field.
--Andy SmithSource: Andre Knott
April 1, 2026
Free agent wide receiver
Odell Beckham Jr. recently met with New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh to discuss the possibility of him signing with the team, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com. The conversation took place during this week's NFL meetings, which Beckham attended in-person. The veteran receiver hasn't played in the league since 2024, when he caught nine passes for 55 yards across nine games with the Miami Dolphins. However, he did recently stir up some social media buzz with his performance in last month's Fanatics Flag Football Classic. Beckham began his career with the Giants, so it would be a full-circle moment to see him re-sign with the organization at the age of 33. He spent five years with the team, making the Pro Bowl in each of the first three seasons of his NFL career. Beckham's prime is far behind now, and he likely wouldn't be anything more than a No. 4 receiver behind
Malik Nabers,
Darnell Mooney, and
Darius Slayton in New York.
--Andersen PickardSource: Jordan Raanan
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