Willson Contreras Back for Cardinals on Friday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras (illness) is feeling better on Friday and is starting at first base and hitting third in the series opener at Busch Stadium against the division-rival Chicago Cubs and left-hander Matthew Boyd. Contreras was held out of Wednesday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodger and then had an […]

Ladd McConkey Returning to Practice on Friday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (undisclosed) was seen back on the practice field on Friday. According to Kris Rhim, McConkey was seen in uniform going through a walkthrough. This is the first time that we've seen McConkey on the field since July 28. He has been missing practice due to an undisclosed injury. […]

Shelby Miller Back From Injured List, Ready for Brewers Debut

The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Friday that they reinstated right-handed reliever Shelby Miller (forearm) from the 15-day injured list and sent left-hander Robert Gasser (elbow) to Triple-A Nashville on a minor-league rehab start in a corresponding move. Miller was acquired by the Brewers to bolster their bullpen at the July 31 trade deadline but has […]

Brewers Place Logan Henderson on Injured List With Elbow Inflammation

The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Friday that they placed right-hander Logan Henderson (elbow) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 4) with right-elbow inflammation and recalled right-hander Tobias Myers from Triple-A Nashville in a corresponding move. Henderson ended up making only one start this past Sunday in place of rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski (leg), […]

NASCAR DFS Picks (Xfinity Series): DraftKings Lineup Plays for the Mission 200 at The Glen (2025)

We’re back with another round of Xfinity Series action this weekend. Sam Mayer captured the checkered flag last week at Iowa. The win was his first of the year and marked his second consecutive victory at Iowa Speedway. This week, the series makes a right-hand turn and heads to Watkins Glen International for some road […]

Jayden Daniels, Starters Not Expected to Play on Friday

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and the starters on offense are not expected to play in Friday's preseason opener against the New England Patriots. The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala writes that it will be the Josh Johnson and Sam Hartman show. Daniels and the starters presumably will see their most preseason work next week on Aug. […]

Nacho Alvarez Jr. Back in Starting Lineup

Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. (side) is starting at third base and is batting eighth in the second game of the series on Friday against the division-rival Miami Marlins and right-hander Edward Cabrera at Truist Park. Alvarez dealt with some side soreness on Wednesday and sat out the season opener on Thursday against Miami. […]

Shedeur Sanders to Play Majority of Preseason Opener

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said on the team radio on Thursday that rookie fifth-round quarterback Shedeur Sanders will play the majority of the team's preseason opener on Friday night against the Carolina Panthers. "Fifty plays of game work, which I think will be great for him," Stefanski said. The Browns are choosing to […]

Tyler Shough Shows Improvement With First-Team Offense

Gilbert Manzano of Sports Illustrated writes that New Orleans Saints rookie second-round quarterback Tyler Shough showed improvement at practice on Thursday while working with the first-team offense. Head coach Kellen Moore said he hasn't decided how he'll divvy up the QB snaps in the preseason opener on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, but it's […]

Calvin Austin III Won't Play on Saturday

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (undisclosed) will not play in the team's preseason game on Saturday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to Brooke Pryor of ESPN. The Steelers are going to play it safe with Austin in their preseason opener, but Austin and DK Metcalf are locks for the receiver room in 2025. […]

5 Sneaky Fantasy Football Bench Stashes: Later-Round Draft Values (2025)

There are seemingly a million different ways to describe the search for productive late-round draft picks in fantasy football every year. Whether you call them sleepers, stashes, league-winners, or diamonds in the rough, the premise is always the same. We are all looking for those players left over in the double-digit rounds that will end […]

Micah Parsons Considered Day-to-Day With Back Injury

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said that All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons (back) wasn't at training camp practice on Thursday because he was getting work done on his back. Parsons is considered day-to-day with his back injury while also negotiating for a long-term contract extension this summer. Despite the fact that Parsons is disappointed in […]

Luke Keaschall Sharp Since Returning to the Majors

Minnesota Twins first base/second base/outfield prospect Luke Keaschall has been nothing short of dominant since returning to the major leagues. The former second-round pick was sidelined for nearly three months due to a forearm fracture. However, throughout his first two games back with Minnesota, Keaschall has gone 4-for-9 at the plate with two doubles and […]

Justin Crawford Continues to Succeed at Triple-A

Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Justin Crawford has continued to find success and is making a strong case to join the Phillies for the stretch run. Over his last 11 games with Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the No. 3-ranked prospect in the system on MLB.com has posted a strong .333/.429/.361 line with an 11:6 K:BB and four […]

Samuel Basallo Riding Three-Game Home Run Streak

Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo has continued to flash immense power upside at Triple-A and is quickly approaching his MLB debut. In each of his last three games at Norfolk, the top catching prospect in the sport has gone deep at least once and posted two multi-hit performances. Over his last 14 total games […]

Jared Goff Won't Play Friday, Hendon Hooker to Start

In the Detroit Lions' second preseason game on Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons, starting quarterback Jared Goff will not suit up, giving third-year signal-caller Hendon Hooker the start. Kyle Allen made the start in the first preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers and played the entire first half. Allen and Hooker, who went […]

Spencer Jones Swipes a Bag in Fourth Straight Game

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones has been in a bit of a slump at the plate but has still made an impact at Triple-A. Over his last four contests, the budding star has stolen at least one base in each game. During this four-game stretch, Jones has gone just 2-for-12 at the dish […]

Dylan Beavers Extends Hitting Streak, Nearing MLB Promotion

Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Dylan Beavers has continued to find success at Triple-A Norfolk and is on the verge of making his MLB debut. In his most recent contest, the outfielder went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI. This is his third-straight game tallying a hit and third-straight tallying at least one extra-base hit. […]

J.J. Wetherholt Not Slowing Down at Triple-A

St. Louis Cardinals infield prospect J.J. Wetherholt has continued to perform at a high level since joining Triple-A and is making a strong case to make his MLB debut in the coming weeks. The 22-year-old made his Triple-A debut earlier in July. Through his first 18 games with Memphis, the first-round pick from last year's […]

Twins Place Christian Vazquez on Injured List With Shoulder Infection

The Minnesota Twins announced on Friday that they placed catcher Christian Vazquez (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list with a left-shoulder infection and recalled catcher Jhonny Pereda from Triple-A St. Paul in a corresponding move. It's unclear if Vazquez will be able to return in minimal time, but even if he does, the 34-year-old veteran […]

DraftKings MMA, UFC DFS Lineup Picks - UFC Vegas 109: Dolidze vs. Hernandez

For the second weekend in a row, the UFC puts on a show at the Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Before it started, last week's UFC event didn't look that good on paper, but it turned out to be an amazing UFC event. UFC Vegas 109 has a strong mix of veterans, rising contenders, and […]

Mark Canha to Start Rehab Assignment on Friday

The Kansas Royals are expecting first baseman/outfielder Mark Canha (elbow) to start a minor-league rehab assignment on Friday night with Double-A Northwest Arkansas. Canha will resume playing in games in the minors a month after going on the injured list with tennis elbow in his left arm. The 36-year-old veteran could be back in the […]

Chris Sale Could Make Two Rehab Starts Before Returning

Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale (ribs) are expected to send Sale on a minor-league rehab assignment next week as long as he feels good on Friday after his side session on Thursday, according to The Athletic's David O'Brien. Sale could need as few as two rehab starts before he's activated from the 60-day injured list […]

Fantasy Football Best Ball Sleepers: 8 Must-Have Draft Targets After Round 10

All 32 teams have finally begun training camp, marking the official start of the 2025 NFL season. In less than two months, we will be sitting down to enjoy the first game of Week 1. Redraft leagues have never been closer. However, many have been spending the offseason enjoying best ball draft formats. In best […]

Matt Gage to Open for Giants on Friday

San Francisco Giants left-handed reliever Matt Gage will serve as the opener against the Washington Nationals on Friday, Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Right-hander Kai-Wei Teng had been penciled in to start, but he could end up working in a bulk relief role. While Gage probably won't throw more than a couple […]

Fantasy Football TE1 Candidates: Top-6 Contenders to Dethrone Brock Bowers in 2025

When it comes to the tight-end position in fantasy football, there are typically only a few outliers who are capable of lapping the field when going head-to-head with your league mates. Having one of these outliers can be crucial in establishing a significant advantage, regardless of who you're going up against throughout the season and […]

Nick Lodolo Playing Catch

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (finger) made 20 throws and used a baseball with seams on Wednesday, according to the team. Lodolo felt fine afterward and is scheduled to play catch again Friday as he works back from a blister on his left index finger. The issue forced Lodolo to exit his start against the […]

Daniel Carlson's Big Leg on Display Despite Mixed Results

Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson went 3-for-5 on field goals in Thursday's 23-23 tie with the Seahawks. The veteran connected from 27, 51, and 56 yards, but missed a 55-yarder before halftime and had another from the same distance blocked on the game's final play. Despite the inconsistency, Carlson's powerful leg remains a key […]

Paul Sewald Hoping to Contribute in September, October

Detroit Tigers right-handed reliever Paul Sewald (shoulder) is rehabbing a shoulder strain and hopes to help the AL Central leaders in September and October, according to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic. Sewald began a throwing program Aug. 4 and has felt "great" in the early stages, but he noted that everything is "day-by-day in rehab." […]

Anthony Richardson Sr. Could Practice on Saturday

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (finger) dislocated his right pinkie finger in the preseason opener against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night and was removed from the game, but ESPN's Stephen Holder reports that he could return to practice as early as Saturday, according to multiple sources. Members of the Colts' medical staff quickly […]