Christian Encarnacion-Strand Absent for Game 2

Cincinnati Reds corner infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand (foot) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is basically a doubleheader for the two teams who resumed play of a suspended game earlier in the day. During that game, Encarnacion-Strand fouled a ball off his foot which resulted in […]

Pat Bryant Off to a Good Start

Denver Broncos rookie third-round wide receiver Pat Bryant consistently showed physicality to win contested catches during the team's offseason program, according to ESPN's Jeff Legwold. Additionally, quarterback Bo Nix showed the confidence to target Bryant in tight situations. Consistent playing time could be hard to come by with Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims Jr. and Troy […]

Spencer Steer Cleared for Nightcap

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Spencer Steer (hand) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is basically a doubleheader for the two teams who resumed play of a suspended game earlier in the day. During that game, Steer was hit in the hand by a pitch in the seventh […]

Simon Holmstrom Re-Signs with Islanders for Two Years

New York Islanders winger Simon Holmstrom has agreed to a two-year contract extension. After signing a one-year deal worth $850,000 last summer, Holmstrom received a substantial pay raise, with his new contract valued at $7.25 million and coming with an average annual value of $3.625 million. The 24-year-old earned the big boost in salary with […]

Cody Barton Quickly Becoming a Leader With his New Team

Tennessee Titans linebacker Cody Barton has already become a mentor to the team's young inside linebackers, especially second-year linebacker James Williams, according to ESPN's Turron Davenport. Barton is proving to be a much-needed savvy veteran for the Titans after signing a three-year deal worth $21 million in free agency this offseason. The 28-year-old has been […]

Huascar Brazoban Named Opener for Game 2

New York Mets relief pitcher Huascar Brazoban has been named the opener for Wednesday's Game 2 of the doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers. Brazoban figures to throw an inning or two before handing the ball off to Blade Tidwell for the bulk of the innings. This is the third time that the Mets have used […]

Nate Schmidt Signs Three-Year Deal with Mammoth

Defenseman Nate Schmidt has signed a three-year, $10.5 million contract with the Utah Mammoth. The veteran blue-liner switches teams for the second consecutive offseason, having joined the Florida Panthers on a one-year, $800,000 contract 12 months ago. It turned out to be one of the best decisions Schmidt has made in his life, as he […]

Montaric Brown has Worked With Starters

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown worked with the starters during offseason workouts and consistently made plays during spring practices, including two end-zone pass breakups in red-zone drills in minicamp. ESPN's Michael DiRocco writes that he has the advantage heading into training camp as a starter opposite Tyson Campbell. Second-year corner Jarrian Jones played well at […]

Brandon Tanev Moves to Utah on Three-Year Contract

Winger Brandon Tanev has joined the Utah Mammoth on a three-year, $7.5 million contract. The 10-year NHL veteran was available as a free agent after spending the 2024-25 season with the Seattle Kraken and Winnipeg Jets. He finished the campaign with 22 points (10 goals, 12 assists) in 79 games, dishing out 168 hits. Tanev […]

Justyn-Henry Malloy Recalled and Starting in Game 2

The Detroit Tigers recalled outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy from Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday and optioned right-hander Dylan Smith to Toledo after Game 1 of their doubleheader against the Washington Nationals. Malloy will serve as the designated hitter and will bat leadoff in Game 2 of the doubleheader on Wednesday against Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore. The Tigers […]

Spencer Aguiar's Vegas Report - PGA Betting and DFS Picks for The John Deere (Premium Content)

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Evgenii Dadonov Joins Devils on One-Year Deal

The New Jersey Devils have picked up right wing Evgenii Dadonov in free agency on a one-year contract. The Russian veteran inked a $1 million deal with the Devils, but the total value of his contract could rise with performance bonuses. Before hitting the open market, Dadonov enjoyed a good two-and-a-half-year spell with the Dallas […]

Sabres Snap Up Alex Lyon on Two-Year Contract

Goaltender Alex Lyon has signed a two-year, $3 million deal with the Buffalo Sabres as a free agent. The 32-year-old will pack his bags after playing two seasons with the Detroit Red Wings. Lyon posted a solid 14-9-1 record with 26 starts last term, allowing 2.81 goals with a .896 save percentage. The Sabres have […]

Dante Exum Returning to Dallas

On Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports that free-agent guard Dante Exum has signed a one-year deal to remain with the Dallas Mavericks. Exum has dealt with several injuries throughout his NBA career and played in only 20 regular-season contests in 2024-25, averaging 8.7 points, 2.8 assists, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.6 steals in 18.6 minutes […]

Riley Greene, Parker Meadows Taking Game 2 Off

Detroit Tigers outfielders Riley Greene and Parker Meadows will both take a seat for Game 2 of their doubleheader on Wednesday in D.C. against the hosting Washington Nationals. Jahmai Jones is starting in left field and batting third, while Wenceel Perez is making the start in right field and is hitting sixth against Nationals left-hander […]