Josh Smith Dealing With Lower-Body Soreness

Texas Rangers infielder Josh Smith (lower body) missed his second straight game due to lower-body soreness/tightness. The 26-year-old is considered day-to-day. His next chance to return will be Sunday's series finale against the Seattle Mariners. Smith has filled in admirably at the hot corner with Josh Jung (wrist) on the injured list. He is slashing […]

Jordan McAbee's NASCAR Betting Picks: Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway (Premium Content)

All other NASCAR Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Iowa Speedway this weekend for the first-ever Cup Series race at the track with the Iowa Corn 350 on Sunday evening. Iowa is a 7/8-mile flat track that was recently repaved in the corners. Most drivers expect […]

Iowa NASCAR Practice Speeds, Lap Averages, and Notes

The NASCAR Cup Series ran a single practice session at Iowa Speedway on Friday in preparation for the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol on Sunday. The 36-car field took to the brand new Iowa track, as part of the surface in the turns was recently re-paved. Unfortunately, we also saw a lot of […]

Joe Musgrove Could Resume Throwing Soon

San Diego Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove (elbow) is getting closer to picking up a ball and resuming throwing, per Padres manager Mike Shildt. An MRI revealed that Musgrove's right elbow showed a bone spur and bruise. He received a platelet-rich plasma injection and a cortisone injection in his right elbow. The 31-year-old dealt with a […]

Round 4 PGA DFS Showdown Slate Picks - 2024 U.S. Open

With one round left in the 124th U.S. Open, where carnage has loomed over every shot, the marathon now turns into a sprint for the year's third major with Bryson DeChambeau out in front by three shots over Matthieu Pavon, Rory McIlroy, and Patrick Cantlay. The baked-out edition in 2014 never reared its head this […]

Iowa NASCAR Qualifying Results and Starting Lineup

On Saturday afternoon, the NASCAR Cup Series held the qualifying session for this weekend's Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol at Iowa Speedway. This qualifying session consisted of just one round compared to the two that we usually have. The drivers were all still split into their perspective groups, with the five fastest from both […]

Salvador Perez Could Return On Sunday

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (knee) has a knee sprain and inflammation but could return to the lineup for the series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Perez exited Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers with discomfort in his right knee. He underwent an MRI on Saturday, which revealed a minor sprain […]

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Exits Saturday's Start Early With Tricep Tightness

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto (triceps) exited Saturday's start against the Kansas City Royals early with tricep tightness. His last pitch was 92.9 mph, the slowest on Saturday, and he was removed from the game after just two scoreless frames. The 25-year-old allowed one hit and one walk while striking out one over two […]

In-Tournament PGA Model - Round 4 Picks for The U.S. Open (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I am excited to announce that I will be providing a premium spreadsheet that can be accessed through the link below. Here you will find updated stats for the particular tournament – all sortable and weighable when you make a copy of your […]

Henry Davis Placed On The 7-Day Concussion IL

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed catcher/outfielder Henry Davis (concussion) on the 7-day concussion injured list on Saturday. Jason Delay was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. Davis exited Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies early with concussion-like symptoms. The 24-year-old was recently called up from Triple-A Indianapolis on June 4, slashing .118/.211/.353 with a […]

Dak Prescott May Command More In Contract Talks

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is still without a new contract. Both sides haven't worked out an agreement. However, as Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson indicated, Trevor Lawrence's new deal could result in Prescott getting more money. The 30-year-old is coming off another potent season, throwing for 4,516 yards, 36 touchdowns, and nine interceptions while completing […]

Michael Harris II Diagnosed With A Grade 2 Hamstring Strain

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (hamstring) has a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, and there isn't a timetable for his return. "Those things are all different, and it takes a long time to get where they can torque it," said Braves manager Brian Snitker. The 23-year-old exited Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays […]

Stephon Gilmore Not In A Rush To Sign A Deal

Free-agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore remains unsigned heading toward training camp. Yet, he doesn't seem to mind. "Being patient right now," said the multi-time Pro Bowler during a recent interview. "I feel good. Year 13, been playing a long time. So, I'm just being patient and waiting for the right opportunity." The 2012 No. 10 overall […]

Isaiah Hartenstein Drawing Interest From Several Teams

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, impending free-agent forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein is drawing interest from more teams. While OKC has been rumored to covet his services, Scotto, citing league sources, reported the Orlando Magic could be a team to watch this summer. The 26-year-old drew 49 starts for New York during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging […]

Kris Bryant Reveals He Has An Internal Oblique Strain

Colorado Rockies first baseman Kris Bryant (rib) revealed to the Rockies today that on top of his left-rib contusion he also has an internal oblique strain and has no idea when he will be able to return. The news of the internal oblique strain left the Rockies "extremely frustrated" according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. […]

Jarace Walker Could Be On The Move

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, teams around the National Basketball Association are "monitoring" the availability of Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker. Indy could match offers for Obi Toppin this offseason. If that happens, Walker could be on the move. The 2023 No. 8 overall pick had a forgettable rookie year, averaging just 3.6 points, […]

Jesse Winker Exits Game Early With Apparent Injury, Will Have MRI On Knee

Washington Nationals outfielder Jesse Winker exited Saturday's 4-0 victory against the Miami Marlins early with an apparent injury and will be having an MRI on his right knee on Saturday night. Winker was pinch-hit for by Luis Garcia Jr. in the bottom of the third inning. He was thrown out at second base after rounding […]

"Early Belief" Jalen Smith Will Decline Player Option

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, there's an "early belief" that Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith will decline his $5.4 million player option and enter free agency this offseason. The 2020 No. 10 overall pick has spent the last three seasons with the Pacers. He averaged 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks during the […]

Will Smith Getting A Breather On Saturday, Not In Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is out of the Dodgers' lineup for Saturday's tilt against Seth Lugo and the Kansas City Royals. This marks Smith's third rest day during June. The slugger has been having a solid June, hitting for a 115 wRC+ during the month. Fantasy managers need not worry about Smith's health […]

Kodai Senga Throws Bullpen On Saturday, Needs At Least One More

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (shoulder, triceps) threw another bullpen session on Saturday and will need at least one more bullpen before progressing in his rehab and facing hitters, according to Mets manager Carlos Mendoza. Senga said he threw between 30-35 pitches during the bullpen and replicated it as a two-inning start by […]

Shota Imanaga Notches Eighth Quality Start, Improves Record To 7-1

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga was dominant yet again after pitching seven innings of one run ball in the Cubs' 5-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Imanaga struck out six along the way and lowered his ERA to 1.89 on the season. This was the lefty's eighth quality start of the season, his […]

Gerrit Cole Feeling Good After Rehab Start, Says He Will "Definitely" Be Back "Soon"

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (elbow) stated on Saturday that he was feeling good the day after his rehab start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, his third rehab start this season, and that he "definitely" will be back "soon." The expectation is that a decision will be made by Sunday if the 2023 AL Cy […]

Mitch Haniger Out Of Lineup Saturday Night

Outfielder Mitch Haniger will head to the bench on Saturday night for the Seattle Mariners. Rookie Dominic Canzone will replace him, batting seventh and playing right field. The veteran Haniger is hitting .224 and has six home runs and 30 RBI thus far on the season. Haniger has not hit much in June with a […]

Max Scherzer To Start Saturday For Triple-A

Veteran ace Max Scherzer (back, thumb) will start Saturday night for Triple-A Round Rock as he works his way back to the major leagues after back surgery this winter. Scherzer has yet to pitch in the big leagues this season due to his back injury and a thumb injury that he suffered in April. Expectations […]

Jonah Heim To Paternity List On Saturday

Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim was moved to the paternity list on Saturday. In a corresponding move, the Rangers recalled catcher Sam Huff from AAA Round Rock. Heim is hitting .234 with six home runs and 31 RBI, getting the bulk of the starts behind the plate due to his great defense and handling of […]

Jordan Wicks To 15-Day Injured List With Right-Oblique Strain

Chicago Cubs starter Jordan Wicks was placed on the injured list Saturday with a right oblique strain. In a corresponding move, the team recalled veteran righthander Keegan Thompson. Wicks left his start on Friday with the apparent injury after facing only seven batters covering a little more than one inning. It's not immediately known who […]

Devin Williams Could Return After All-Star Break

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy announced to the media on Saturday that star closer Devin Williams (back) "remains on track" to be ready to pitch in the major leagues after the All-Star break. There is no other specific timeline on it. Murphy stated that Williams would be pitching from a mound soon as he takes […]

David Hamilton Out Of Lineup Saturday

Boston Red Sox shortstop David Hamilton will be on the bench Saturday night. Hamilton is hitting .281 with four home runs, 14 RBI, 22 runs scored, and 14 stolen bases. Rookie Ceddanne Rafaela will get the start instead and hit in the ninth spot. Hamilton has had a solid June, hitting .283 with two homers, […]

Ben Joyce To Open On Sunday

Los Angeles Angels reliever Ben Joyce will open Sunday's series finale with the San Francisco Giants as the club hopes to get two innings out of the right-hander. Joyce has made just four appearances so far this season for the Angels and also pitched in another 18 contests with Double-A Rocket City, tossing a 12.27 […]

Willson Contreras Targeting Late-June Return

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras (forearm) is targeting a late-June return to action and is also hoping to begin a minor-league rehab assignment around June 18. The veteran backstop suffered a gruesome break of his forearm when he was struck on a swing by Mets designated hitter J.D. Martinez on May 7. The fairly […]