April 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher
Gregory Soto was tasked with pitching in the eighth inning of Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Normally, Soto is used in save situations, but was handed the ball with a two-run lead in the eighth inning here. Soto got into some trouble with two walks, but was able to escape the inning without any damage.
Dennis Santana came on in the final frame and shut the door while recording two strikeouts. The expectation is that the two of them will continue to split up the closer role in Pittsburgh. Between the two pitchers, Santana is the better player to roster right now. Soto should continue getting work in the ninth inning, but could be on a short leash with how well Santana has been pitching to begin the season.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
April 10, 2026
Across 15 games in 2025, New England Patriots wide receiver
Mack Hollins recorded 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets. While Hollins has never recorded more than 57 catches or 590 receiving yards in any of his eight NFL seasons, the 32-year-old's ability to contribute as a blocker and downfield threat helped him carve out a key role in New England. Despite missing two regular-season games and two postseason games due to injury, Hollins still finished second among Patriots' wide receivers in total snaps. New England made a big free agent addition by signing former Green Bay Packers wideout
Romeo Doubs. However, the team also moved on from wideout
Stefon Diggs, who led the team in targets in 2025. All in all, Hollins could end up playing a similar role in his second season with the Patriots in 2026. He might not offer high-end upside, but Hollins could still be worth rostering in dynasty formats due to his steady playing time floor.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher
Dennis Santana was called upon to finish off Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Santana needed only 13 pitches to get through Friday's outing. He struck out
Dansby Swanson and
Michael Busch on route to his first save of the season. After this outing, Santana holds a perfect 0.00 ERA, with a 0.43 WHIP, and six strikeouts across seven innings of work.
Gregory Soto worked the eighth inning of Friday's victory. The two of them figure to continue sharing the closer role for now. Soto appears to be the favorite for saves, but fantasy managers who have Santana rostered should continue to hold him.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
April 10, 2026
New York Mets starting pitcher
Clay Holmes (hamstring) was forced to make an early exit during Friday's outing against the Athletics. Holmes was pitching into the sixth inning when he appeared to have pulled something. The training staff came out, and Holmes exited the field with them. The organization is calling the injury left hamstring tightness, so a stint on the injured list isn't required at the moment. Holmes tossed 5.1 innings, allowing one earned run while striking out three batters during Friday's loss. It remains to be seen if Holmes will be ready to go for his next start. Fantasy managers will need to check back in a few days for another update on his status.
--Andy WebbSource: Anthony DiComo
April 10, 2026
Across 17 games in 2025, Miami Dolphins wide receiver
Malik Washington recorded 46 receptions for 317 yards and three touchdowns on 65 targets. The 25-year-old also played a role as a rusher, collecting 110 yards and a touchdown on 17 attempts. While Washington's average of 6.9 yards per reception doesn't exactly jump off the page, there may still be reason to believe in him as a breakout candidate in 2026. Miami's pass-catching corps underwent a major overhaul over the offseason, as
Jaylen Waddle was traded to the Denver Broncos and
Tyreek Hill (knee) is currently a free agent. The Dolphins brought in wide receivers
Tutu Atwell and
Jalen Tolbert as replacements, but neither profiles as a high-volume target-earner. If Washington can develop early chemistry with new Miami quarterback
Malik Willis, he has a chance to emerge as a leader in the team's wide receiver room. In dynasty formats, Washington could be a prime buy-low candidate.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher
Gabriel Moreno (back) was forced to make an early exit from Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Moreno was in visible discomfort after making a throw down to second base during the second inning. He finished the inning, but was pulled out of the contest afterwards due to back tightness. The severity of the issue is unknown, so for now, fantasy managers should consider Moreno as day-to-day. Moreno was hitless in his lone at-bat during Friday's win over the Phillies.
James McCann took over behind the plate and stands to gain playing time if Moreno misses any games.
--Andy WebbSource: Nick Piecoro
April 10, 2026
In his second season with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2025, veteran tight end
Mike Gesicki recorded just 28 receptions for 307 yards and two touchdowns on 42 targets across 13 games. The 30-year-old's numbers were down from his first season in Cincinnati in 2024, when he hauled in 65 catches for 665 yards and two scores on 83 targets. Gesicki missed time with a pectoral injury and was also hurt by the absence of star Bengals quarterback
Joe Burrow, who was limited to just eight games played by a toe injury. With improved health, Gesicki could be in line for a bounce-back season in 2026. Additionally, the free agent departure of former Bengals tight end
Noah Fant could make Gesicki Cincinnati's undisputed top pass-catching tight end. In deeper dynasty formats, fantasy managers may want to consider buying low on Gesicki.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Houston Astros outfielder
Jake Meyers (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday. Meyers underwent an MRI after exiting early during Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The testing revealed that Meyers is dealing with a Grade 2 right oblique strain. The Astros thought it was a back issue, but an oblique issue is likely to sideline him for multiple weeks. In a corresponding move, outfielder
Taylor Trammell was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land. He figures to see action in center field along with
Joey Loperfido and
Brice Matthews. Fantasy managers should wait and see who the Astros decide to lean on in Meyers' absence.
--Andy WebbSource: Chandler Rome
April 10, 2026
Houston Astros starting pitcher
Cristian Javier (shoulder) is set to miss some time after exiting early during Wednesday's outing. On Friday, Javier was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a Grade 2 right shoulder strain. This is tough news for the Astros, who have already lost
Hunter Brown (shoulder) earlier this week. Given the severity of the injury, Javier is likely to miss more than a couple of weeks. The right-hander was already struggling with 13 earned runs over 9.1 innings of work this season. Fantasy managers in 12-team formats can feel safe about moving on from Javier. The Astros have recalled
J.P. France to take his spot in the rotation. There's no reason for fantasy managers to run and add France at the moment.
--Andy WebbSource: Chandler Rome
April 10, 2026
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Jayden Reed suffered through a lost season due to injuries in 2025, as foot and collarbone ailments caused him to miss 10 games. Still, the 25-year-old was a productive player across his first two NFL seasons from 2023 to 2024, recording over 1,900 scrimmage yards and 17 touchdowns in the two years combined. Despite the production, Reed has always struggled to carve out a high-volume role in Green Bay. Across his last 24 NFL games, Reed is averaging just over four targets per game. However, so far this offseason Green Bay has lost veteran wideout
Romeo Doubs to free agency and traded away wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks. As a result, Reed currently projects for a prominent role in the team's offense alongside wide receivers
Christian Watson and
Matthew Golden. If Reed sees more touches in 2026, he could re-emerge as a solid wide receiver option for fantasy managers.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Matthew Golden had a relatively quiet rookie year in 2025, recording 29 receptions for 361 yards and zero touchdowns on 44 targets across 14 games played. However, offseason movement around the former first-round pick in Green Bay may be clearing a path for Golden to take on a much larger role in 2026. Former Packers wideout
Romeo Doubs signed with the New England Patriots in free agency, and Green Bay traded wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks to the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. While the Packers still have a pair of talented pass-catchers in wideouts
Christian Watson and
Jayden Reed, Golden should be in line for more playing time as a result of the moves. In dynasty formats, Golden's value is trending upward despite his underwhelming production as a rookie.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
April 10, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (toe) has been named a starter for Friday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. This will be his first appearance since March 19. Tyson has missed 10 games due to a toe injury.
Max Strus will also join the starting lineup, with
Donovan Mitchell (ankle) and
Jarrett Allen (knee) out of commission. As a starter, Tyson has averaged 14.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 29.3 minutes per game this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: Cleveland Cavaliers
April 10, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Klay Thompson (illness) won't play on Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness and doesn't feel well enough to help his team.
John Poulakidas and
Khris Middleton are set to benefit from Thompson's absence. The team is likely to be without several regulars, which will be a further boost for Poulakidas, who had a great outing on Wednesday against Phoenix, scoring a team-high 23 points.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Detroit Pistons guard/forward
Kevin Huerter (illness) has been upgraded from probable to available and will make his return from a one-game absence on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. Huerter's production has recently increased, but that came during
Cade Cunningham's absence. The Pistons' leader returned to action on Wednesday against Milwaukee, and Huerter will likely need to adjust to a smaller offensive role in his return to the lineup. Detroit's entire second unit could have a quiet outing, as Charlotte ranks fifth in the league for fewest bench points allowed.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics forward
Sam Hauser (back) will be in the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Initially, the team listed Hauser as probable after he played 31 minutes on Thursday against the Knicks. The 28-year-old had a quiet evening with six points, two rebounds, and three assists. With
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) sitting out Friday's game, Hauser could be a bit more involved in the offense. This is an excellent matchup for a three-point specialist like him, as only Utah allows more three-point attempts per game than New Orleans.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics center
Neemias Queta (toe) will be active against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. The Portuguese big man has been upgraded from probable to available. After tallying 10 points and 10 rebounds in Thursday's loss to New York, Queta has a chance to record a second consecutive double-double. He is averaging 15.0 points, 8.6 boards, 2.6 assists, and 2.2 blocks in 29.0 minutes per game in April.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics guard
Derrick White (knee) will play on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Celtics will wrap up a back-to-back, and White was initially listed as probable for Friday's game. He struggled on Thursday night against the Knicks, finishing with only eight points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal. White is in an excellent bounce-back spot on Friday, as the Pelicans won't have any of their big names in the lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics guard/forward
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) will return to the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. He was initially listed as questionable for the game after sitting out Thursday's loss to the Knicks.
Derrick White (knee),
Sam Hauser (back), and
Neemias Queta (toe) have also been cleared for Friday, so Boston will still have plenty of firepower, even with
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) resting. Brown is having a brilliant finish to the season, averaging 32.5 points on 50.5 percent efficiency from the field this month.
--Taavi PailkSource: Boston Celtics
April 10, 2026
Chicago Bulls point guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) has been listed as out for Friday's contest against the Orlando Magic. He will miss a fourth consecutive game as Giddey manages a left hamstring strain. With him out,
Tre Jones and
Collin Sexton have led the Bulls' backcourt and remain outstanding fantasy options on Friday. The two combined for 58 points in Thursday's 119-108 win over Washington. Jones has scored at least 20 points in three consecutive games, while Sexton has impressed with a run of three-plus steals in three straight outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
New York Knicks guard
Miles McBride (pelvic) will miss the second leg of a back-to-back on Friday against the Toronto Raptors. He contributed four points, one rebound, two assists, one steal, and one block in 19 minutes as New York beat Boston on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado is likely to re-enter the rotation on Friday night, while
Jordan Clarkson and
Landry Shamet could also pick up extra work due to McBride's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
New York Knicks center
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) has a scheduled maintenance day on Friday and won't play against the Toronto Raptors. Due to an ankle injury, he hasn't played in back-to-backs all season, and Robinson is coming off a 19-minute shift in Thursday's win over Boston.
Ariel Hukporti is set to take over as the backup center on Friday night. He will see limited minutes behind
Karl-Anthony Towns and isn't worthy of any fantasy consideration.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (groin) will be sidelined on Friday against the Washington Wizards. He has a sore right groin and will be held out of action after Powell logged 17 minutes in Thursday's loss to Toronto.
Tyler Herro (foot) also won't suit up for this one, so
Bam Adebayo could run amok on offense against the Wizards again. The rest of the group should also have more scoring chances, while the likes of
Kasparas Jakucionis and
Myron Gardner could see a lot more playing time compared to their typical workload.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (foot) won't be in action on Friday against the Washington Wizards. He has been ruled out for the second game of a back-to-back due to a sore right foot. Herro tallied 15 points, four rebounds, and four assists in 28 minutes during Thursday's loss to Toronto. With Herro out, there will be more backcourt minutes available for
Kasparas Jakucionis and
Pelle Larsson. Miami's injury report also includes
Davion Mitchell (shoulder), who is questionable, so Jakucionis could get a chance to join Larsson in the starting lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forwards
Saddiq Bey (rest) and
Herbert Jones (rest) have been ruled out for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. Both were listed as questionable on the initial injury report. New Orleans is giving its reserves extended looks during the final week of the regular season, keeping Bey and Jones out of the rotation for a second consecutive game.
Zion Williamson (knee),
Trey Murphy III (ankle),
Dejounte Murray (hand), and
Yves Missi (finger) won't suit up either for Friday's tilt, so guys like
Jeremiah Fears,
Jordan Poole, and
Derik Queen should take on leading roles.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Toronto Raptors point guard
Immanuel Quickley (foot) will miss Friday's trip to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks. He is managing a foot injury and won't suit up after a 23-minute outing on Thursday against Miami. Ja'Kobe Walter and
Jamal Shead should benefit from Quickley's absence, with one of them moving into the starting lineup. Quickley will likely return to action in the regular-season finale against Brooklyn on Sunday to shake off more rust before the playoffs.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander
Jose Berrios (elbow) will likely begin his minor-league rehab assignment next week and will be targeting 50 pitches in his first outing, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Berrios will likely require multiple rehab outings in the minors, but he's clearly getting closer to rejoining the big-league roster to help the Blue Jays with their injury-decimated starting rotation. The 31-year-old veteran of Puerto Rico is recovering from a stress fracture in his right elbow, but Toronto thinks he'll be able to pitch through it in 2026. Berrios has been an innings-eater for fantasy managers, but he's much riskier this year with declining velocity and obvious injury concerns. Once
Trey Yesavage (shoulder) and
Shane Bieber (elbow, forearm) are ready to return to the rotation, too, it's possible that Berrios could be moved to a long-relief role if he's struggling as a starter for the Jays upon his return from his elbow injury.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Keegan Matheson
April 10, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves power forward
Julius Randle (hand) will sit out a second consecutive game on Friday night against the Houston Rockets. He is bothered by soreness in his right hand.
Kyle Anderson replaced Randle in the starting unit on Wednesday against Orlando and is likely to keep his spot on Friday. The 32-year-old contributed in every area in Wednesday's loss and stood out defensively. Across 24 minutes, Anderson notched eight points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/third baseman
Addison Barger (ankles) will stay sidelined from baseball activity through Monday's off day, manager John Schneider told Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. Barger's left ankle is more sore than his right ankle, but he's believed to be making progress. Barger was placed on the 10-day injured list with soreness in both of his ankles, and he's unlikely to return to the team when he's eligible to be reinstated on April 16. His ankle injuries aren't believed to be overly serious, though, so barring a setback once he resumes baseball activities, we'd expect him to be back in Toronto before the end of April. The 26-year-old left-handed hitter was likely affected by his ankles in his first eight games, as he had just one hit (a double) in his first 23 plate appearances with two RBI, three walks, and six stolen bases.
--Keith HernandezSource: Sportsnet - Arden Zwelling
April 10, 2026
Boston Celtics forward
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) won't play on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. His absence was expected because Boston also played on Thursday night. In a game against the New York Knicks, Tatum had 24 points, 13 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and one block in 40 minutes. The Celtics could also be without
Jaylen Brown (Achilles), who is considered questionable. In this case,
Jordan Walsh,
Baylor Scheierman, and
Hugo Gonzalez are candidates for increased roles. The absence of Tatum and Brown will also create a lot more offensive opportunities for the rest of the team.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 10, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitching prospect
Trey Yesavage (shoulder) will make another minor-league rehab start next Tuesday or Wednesday, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Where and when Yesavage's next rehab start comes will depend somewhat on the weather. He'll approach 70 pitches, and it sounds like it could be his final rehab start before rejoining the big-league roster for his 2026 season debut. Yesavage was touched up for four runs in 2 2/3 innings at Single-A Dunedin in his last rehab start, but he was also able to strike out six batters, and his velocity was solid. A right-shoulder impingement forced him to the 15-day injured list to begin the year. The former 20th overall pick in 2024 out of East Carolina quickly reached the big leagues in 2025 and had a 3.21 ERA with 16 K's in 14 innings in his first three starts. He proceeded to work in Toronto's rotation all the way to the World Series, where he fanned 12 Dodgers batters. The high-end upside is obvious for one of the top pitching prospects in baseball, but Yesavage's redraft ceiling will be lowered by the fact that the Jays are planning to limit his innings to somewhere between 135 and 160 in 2026.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Keegan Matheson
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