Jack Leiter "Probably" Will Start Game 2 On Wednesday

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said that pitching prospect Jack Leiter will "probably" start the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Oakland Athletics. "Looking forward to watching him," Bochy said. Leiter is already with the team in Oakland and is on the cusp of making just his second big-league start on Wednesday. The 24-year-old […]

Spencer Turnbull To Pitch In Relief Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Spencer Turnbull will pitch in relief at some point after left-handed starter Cristopher Sanchez on Tuesday against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays, most likely for three innings or so. "We've got a plan," manager Rob Thomson said. It sounds like a piggyback situation for Turnbull, who has essentially been bumped from the […]

Elias Pettersson Misses Practice Due To Illness

Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson wasn't on the ice for Tuesday's practice session due to an illness. The Canucks are preparing to continue their playoff journey with Game 1 against Edmonton on Wednesday, and Pettersson's absence on Tuesday leaves a question mark hanging over him ahead of the series opener. After notching 89 points (34 […]

Is Stefon Diggs or Nico Collins the WR1 for the Texans?

In the competitive landscape of NFL wide receivers, the distinction of WR1 holds significant weight, defining the primary target and playmaker within a team's offensive scheme. With the Houston Texans, the debate rages on whether Stefon Diggs, Nico Collins, or even Tank Dell claims this coveted title. Diggs, known for his electrifying speed, precise route […]

J.T. Realmuto, Alec Bohm Resting Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto and third baseman Alec Bohm are both getting the day off on Tuesday against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays. Outfielder Johan Rojas is also sitting. Garrett Stubbs is catching and hitting ninth, Kody Clemens is at third base and is batting eighth, and Brandon Marsh is in center field and […]

Mason Marchment Absent For Sixth Consecutive Game

Dallas Stars winger Mason Marchment (undisclosed) will miss a sixth consecutive game on Tuesday against Colorado. The 28-year-old power forward has resumed skating after suffering an undisclosed injury early into first-round action, but he will be out for at least one more contest. Evgenii Dadonov is filling in for Marchment on the second line. The […]

Luis Rengifo, Taylor Ward Out Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo (illness) and outfielder Taylor Ward are not starting for the Angels on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Rengifo has been out since coming down with an illness on Saturday. Ward appears to be getting a regular day of rest. Cole Tucker is starting at third base and is batting […]

Jani Hakanpaa Not Ready To Return On Tuesday

Dallas Stars defenseman Jani Hakanpaa (lower body) will remain on the shelf for Tuesday's Game 1 against Colorado. He missed the end of the regular season and didn't see any action in the first round against Vegas due to a lower-body injury. However, Hakanpaa could be ready to return to the Stars lineup at some […]

Is Keon Coleman or Khalil Shakir the WR1 for the Bills?

The question of who claims the coveted title of WR1 carries substantial weight, especially within the dynamic offense of the Buffalo Bills and superstar quarterback Josh Allen. Amidst the roster shuffle and strategic planning, the debate intensifies between rookie Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir about who emerges as the premier pass-catching threat for the Bills. […]

Rashee Rice Under Investigation For Allegedly Hitting Photographer

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is under investigation for allegedly hitting a photographer on Monday night in a Dallas club, according to WFAA.com. The 24-year-old is already facing eight felony charges stemming from a multi-vehicle crash in March. Needless to say, this is a situation worth monitoring, as the 2023 second-round pick is […]

WNBA Fantasy Mock Draft - 2024 Draft Picks and Analysis for Fantasy Women's Basketball

For the third year in a row, ESPN is offering season-long WNBA fantasy leagues. It's something that W fans have long asked for, and after an exciting first season, WNBA fantasy is back again for a second year. Do you have what it takes to win your league? Need some help figuring out what you're […]

NBA DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (5/7/24) - Today's Top Lineups

Welcome back, RotoBallers! Tonight, we've got two Game 1's, with both #1 seeds looking to start their second round with a home win. These articles focus on the overall best plays, which are typically more suited for cash games. However, some exceptions may apply, depending on the size of the slate. The key to being […]

Joel Kiviranta Remains Sidelined On Tuesday

Colorado Avalanche winger Joel Kiviranta (lower body) will remain out for Game 1 against Dallas on Tuesday. The former Star suffered a lower-body injury in the first round versus Winnipeg and will miss a third consecutive game. Before getting knocked out of the lineup, Kiviranta posted one assist in three games while averaging 10:14 of […]

Kyle Peko Lands With Lions

The Detroit Lions signed veteran defensive lineman Kyle Peko on Tuesday, the team announced on X. Originally undrafted out of the class of 2016, Peko has spent time with the Denver Broncos (two stints), Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Tennessee Titans (two stints), and Las Vegas Raiders. Overall, he has racked up 57 total tackles, two […]

Cody Bellinger Activated From Injured List

The Chicago Cubs have activated outfielder Cody Bellinger (ribs) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned outfielder Alexander Canario to the minors in a corresponding move. The club also placed pitcher Daniel Palencia (shoulder) on the IL with shoulder stiffness and recalled pitcher Keegan Thompson from the minors. The Cubs haven't posted their […]

PGA DFS Vegas Report Spencer Aguiar's Betting Picks for The Wells Fargo Championship (Premium Content)

  All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Make sure to follow me on X @Teeoffsports to get my updated picks as the tournament progresses, and if you don't have that as one of your social media platforms, here is a link for my betting card weekly. Plays will always get updated as […]

Alek Thomas Feeling More Hamstring Discomfort

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Alek Thomas (hamstring) felt more discomfort in his left hamstring and is headed back to Phoenix to be re-evaluated, according to manager Torey Lovullo. Thomas was on a minor-league rehab assignment and was expected to rejoin the big-league club on Tuesday in Cincinnati, but that won't be the case now. The 24-year-old […]

Fantasy Football Rookie Spotlight: Jaheim Bell

The New England Patriots selected dynamic tight end Jaheim Bell with their final pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Adding offensive players with seven of their eight draft picks, New England clearly had their eyes set on fixing what was one of the worst offenses in the league a season ago. The addition of Bell […]

Taulia Tagovailoa Taking Part In Cardinals Rookie Camp

Rookie quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa participated in rookie camp for the Seattle Seahawks last week, and he is accepting an invite to take part in the Arizona Cardinals rookie camp this week. Despite being the all-time passing leader in the Big Ten, Tagovailoa went undrafted and is looking to find a home where he can compete […]

Diamondbacks Reinstate Paul Sewald From Injured List

The Arizona Diamondbacks officially reinstated closer Paul Sewald (oblique) from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned right-hander Scott McGough to Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move. Sewald has returned from his oblique strain and should immediately return to closing duties for the Diamondbacks out of the bullpen, although he could see some extra […]

Dean Wade Unavailable For Game 1 Against Boston Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) has been ruled out for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals versus the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. Wade hasn't been available since March 8th due to a right knee strain. However, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Wade is getting closer to returning to the Cavs lineup. This […]

Gabriel Moreno Sitting Against Reds

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. Tucker Barnhart will do the catching for right-hander Zac Gallen and will hit eighth against Reds right-hander Frankie Montas. It's the second straight game that Moreno will take a seat on the bench in favor of Barnhart. The […]

Nathan Rourke Claimed Off Waivers By Giants

The New York Giants claimed quarterback Nathan Rourke off waivers on Tuesday, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. The 25-year-old began his professional career with the BC Lions of the CFL before getting an opportunity with the Jacksonville Jaguars in January of 2023. He spent roughly a year with the team before being released and […]

Corbin Carroll Back In Leadoff Spot Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll has returned to the leadoff spot for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Frankie Montas, who is making his first start since returning from the injured list. The 23-year-old also continues to start in center field for Arizona. It's the first time since April 22 that […]

Treylon Burks A Trade Candidate?

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks was recently listed as a potential trade candidate by NFL insider Ari Meirov, and after the team signed Tyler Boyd on Tuesday, it could be more likely. The 2022 first-round pick has hauled in just 49 passes for 665 yards and one touchdown in 22 games over the last […]

C.J. Moore Re-Signs With Lions After Serving Suspension

The Detroit Lions are re-signing safety C.J. Moore to a one-year deal, according to NFL.com. The 28-year-old was suspended all of last season for violating the league's gambling policy, but he was recently reinstated and gets another chance with Detroit. Originally undrafted out of the class of 2019, Moore has played in 56 regular season […]

Ian Gibaut Moved To 60-Day Injured List

In a flurry of roster moves by the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, right-hander Ian Gibaut (forearm) was transferred to the 60-day injured list. The Reds also optioned infielder/outfielder Nick Martini and outfielder Bubba Thompson to Triple-A Louisville and Double-A Chattanooga, respectively, and selected the contract of outfielder Conner Capel from Louisville. Gibaut is dealing with […]

Jamal Murray's Heat-Pack Toss In Game 2 Under League Review

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray threw a heat pack on the court in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. According to league insider Marc Stein, the NBA's official league office will review the incident for possible disciplinary action before Game 3 in Minneapolis on Friday. Murray struggled […]

Jeimer Candelario Back In Action Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds corner infielder Jeimer Candelario (shin) is back at third base and is hitting eighth in the batting order on Tuesday against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Zac Gallen. Candelario was scratched from Sunday's lineup with a left-shin contusion but is good to go now after Monday's scheduled off day. The 30-year-old will […]

Osvaldo Bido To Start Game 2 For A's On Wednesday

Oakland Athletics right-hander Osvaldo Bido will make the start for the A's in Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Texas Rangers. If Bido pitches well against the division rivals, there's a chance he could stick around in the big leagues for another turn through the starting rotation with Joe Boyle (back) going on the […]