Yankees Acquire Michael Arias From Chicago

According to the team, the New York Yankees have acquired pitching prospect Michael Arias from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. Before the trade, Arias was considered the No. 18 ranked prospect in the Chicago pipeline. The 23-year-old opened the 2024 season by making his Double-A debut. Through 24 frames with the Tennessee […]

Jamison Crowder Back At Wednesday's Practice

Washington Commanders wide receiver Jamison Crowder (hamstring) was limited in Wednesday's practice a day after being listed as a non-participant. The veteran pass-catcher was most likely just being rested early in the week. If he's able to be a full-go on Thursday, he could be removed from the final injury report entirely ahead of Saturday's […]

Zach Ertz Returns To Limited Practice

After sitting out on Tuesday, Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (rib) was limited in the team's practice session on Wednesday. It gives Ertz a shot to be available to play this Saturday against the Lions in Detroit for the Divisional Round of the postseason. If the 34-year-old veteran is upgraded to a full practice […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Dealing With Multiple Issues With His Thumb

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (thumb) was ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the 76ers. It is already known that KAT has a sprained thumb. However, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post provided an additional update, reporting that tests also revealed a bone chip. Fortunately, "surgery isn't necessary," added Bagley. The "plan […]

Boston Designates Chase Shugart For Assignment

According to the team, the Boston Red Sox have designated right-handed pitcher Chase Shugart for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for catcher Blake Sabol, whom the team acquired earlier on Wednesday. Shugart made his big league debut last summer with the Red Sox. Across eight 2/3 innings of work, the right-hander posted a […]

Mecole Hardman Stays Limited On Wednesday

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (knee) was limited in practice for the second straight day this week on Wednesday, the only player on the team not to practice in full. Hardman remains on Injured Reserve and will likely need to upgrade to a full practice session to have a shot at being activated […]

Brett de Geus Traded To Pittsburgh

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet, the Toronto Blue Jays have traded right-handed pitcher Brett de Geus to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash considerations. De Geus was designated for assignment earlier this offseason but will now take his career to Pittsburgh. Last summer, de Geus logged just 11 2/3 innings at the major […]

NFL DFS Lineup Picks For FanDuel, DraftKings - Texans vs. Chiefs Showdown (Divisional Round)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! We made it to the Divisional Round, and we have an interesting matchup. C.J. Stroud and the AFC South Champion Houston Texans (10-7) will take on Patrick Mahomes and the AFC West Champion Kansas City Chiefs (15-2). This is a showdown between two really good quarterbacks, but I'm more focused on the […]

Trayce Jackson-Davis Active For Wednesday Against Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis (thumb) has been listed as active for Wednesday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jackson-Davis hasn't missed any time due to the injury and should be in line for extended minutes tonight with the Warriors' depth nearly depleted at forward. The matchup against the Timberwolves will be tough but […]

Isiah Pacheco Trending In The Right Direction

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (rib) was a full participant for the second straight day this week in practice on Wednesday and is trending in the right direction to play against the Houston Texans on Saturday in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. Although the rib injury that Pacheco suffered in Week 17 […]

Kyle Anderson Inactive On Wednesday Against Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Anderson is dealing with left hamstring soreness that hasn't caused him to miss any recent games until tonight. The 31-year-old hasn't been a great fantasy option this season and his absence will likely go unnoticed for […]

Mets Claim Austin Warren

According to Justice De Los Santos of the Mercury News, the New York Mets have claimed right-handed pitcher Austin Warren off waivers from the San Francisco Giants. Over the past four seasons, Warren has logged 48 2/3 innings of work in the majors and held a 3.14 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP. He has struck […]

Patrick Mahomes Puts In Another Full Practice On Wednesday

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) is well on his way to being available for the Divisional Round game this Saturday against the visiting Houston Texans after putting in a second straight full practice this week on Wednesday. Mahomes suffered a right high-ankle sprain in a win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 15 […]

Draymond Green Out On Wednesday Against Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (back, illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Green is dealing with a back issue along with a general illness that's caused him to miss the last two games. The 34-year-old has been a decent fantasy option from a rebounds and assists perspective but […]

Gary Trent Jr. Misses Third Consecutive Game

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Gary Trent Jr. (hip) will be inactive against Orlando on Wednesday. This will mark his third consecutive absence. Trent Jr.'s next chance to return will come on Friday night against Toronto. AJ Green benefits from Trent Jr.'s absence and reached the 30-minute plateau for the fourth time this season in Tuesday's victory […]

Tari Eason Out For Wednesday Night Matchup Against Nuggets

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) has officially been ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Denver Nuggets, according to head coach Ime Udoka. Eason is dealing with a left lower -leg injury that has kept him out of Houston's last 12 games. The Rockets have been able to succeed without Eason so far, […]

Khris Middleton Returns To Bucks Lineup

Milwaukee Bucks small forward Khris Middleton (ankle) will rejoin the action against Orlando on Wednesday. He is available again after sitting out the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday versus Sacramento. Middleton will remain a member of the second unit on Wednesday. He has averaged 11.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in 22.7 […]

Kyrie Irving Officially Out On Wednesday Night

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (back) won't play on Wednesday versus the Pelicans. The 32-year-old returned from a five-game stint on the shelf for Tuesday's loss to the Denver Nuggets. However, he had trouble getting his shots to fall, finishing with only 11 points while making four of his 18 attempts from the field. With […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Available For Wednesday's Contest

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) has officially been listed as available for Wednesday's matchup against Orlando. He has received his traditional upgrade from a probable status. Antetokounmpo is fresh off a 33-point triple-double, having led the Bucks to a 130-115 victory over Sacramento on Tuesday night. Only last week, he had a full line […]

Jay Huff Available For Wednesday Against Spurs

Memphis Grizzlies center Jay Huff (knee) has been listed as available for Wednesday night's matchup against the Spurs. Huff has been dealing with left knee soreness that forced him to miss Monday's game against Houston. The 27-year-old has been a bit sporadic with production as of late, only posting double-digit points twice in his last […]

Dejounte Murray Available On Wednesday For Matchup Against Mavericks

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) is available for Wednesday night's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Murray has been dealing with right elbow soreness but has been able to play through it. The 28-year-old has started to heat up from deep, shooting 42.1% from three over his last five games on 7.6 attempts per […]

Donovan Clingan To Be Re-Evaluated In One Week

Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (ankle) is poised to miss at least one week of action. The rookie big man hurt his ankle in Tuesday's contest against Brooklyn, and the team has announced that Clingan will be re-evaluated in one week. He was diagnosed with a mild left-ankle sprain. Clingan joins Robert Williams III […]

A.J. Brown Held Out On Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (knee, rest) did not practice with the rest of the team on Wednesday. Brown has dealt with a minor knee injury since late in the regular season but hasn't missed any time because of it, and he indicated that he was just being rested on Wednesday. The 27-year-old fully […]

Hornets Acquire Josh Okogie In A Trade With Phoenix

The Hornets acquired forward Josh Okogie from the Suns on Wednesday night. In exchange, Phoenix will receive center Nick Richards. Okogie has averaged only 6.0 points and 2.9 rebounds this season. But he'll at least bring his defensive prowess with him to a Hornets squad that has allowed 112.4 points per game during the 2024-25 […]

DraftKings PGA DFS Lineup Picks - The American Express Golf Advice With Justin Thomas, Wyndham Clark, Kurt Kitayama, Patton Kizzire and More (2025)

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The American Express PGA Power Rankings: Top 10 Golfers To Watch This Week

The PGA Tour season now has the engine warmed up for week 3 of the season and we have a solid field with top-end talent ready to take on the course rotation in La Quinta, CA for the 2025 The American Express Tournament. The Pete Dye Stadium Course will ultimately determine the winner but players […]

Ben Simmons Out For Back End Of Back-To-Back

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. With this being the second leg of a back-to-back this is more of a rest spot for Simmons and the Nets as he had missed three games before returning for Brooklyn's prior three games. The 28-year-old […]

Suns Acquire Nick Richards From The Hornets

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Suns acquired center Nick Richards from the Hornets. In exchange, Charlotte will receive Josh Okogie. Richards has had some potent performances over the years and has averaged 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts during the 2024-25 campaign. However, with Mark Williams healthy, the 27-year-old has […]

Tristan Da Silva Active On Wednesday

Orlando Magic small forward Tristan Da Silva (illness) will suit up for Wednesday's contest against Milwaukee. He logged only 1:01 of action as a starter on Sunday due to an illness, but the team didn't list him on the injury report for Wednesday. Da Silva has been an inconsistent performer during his rookie campaign, but […]