Cam Smith Expected To Get Plenty Of Run In Grapefruit League

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said that he will give the team's young players a long look in spring training, which means infielder Cam Smith, who was acquired from the Cubs in the trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to Chicago this offseason, should get plenty of run in Grapefruit League action in spring training. […]

Jusuf Nurkic Traded To Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets acquired Jusuf Nurkic from the Phoenix Suns in a trade on Thursday before the NBA Trade Deadline, along with a first-round pick in exchange for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick. The Hornets traded away Mark Williams to the Lakers and Nick Richards to the Suns earlier during the […]

Jacob Melton Has Opportunity To Make Impact For Astros

MLB.com's Brian McTaggart mentions outfielders Jacob Melton and Zach Dezenzo as having real opportunities to make an impact at the major-league level in 2025 for the Houston Astros. Per MLB Pipeline, Melton is the club's No. 2 prospect, while Dezenzo checks in at No. 6. Melton could push to make the team out of spring […]

Dennis Schroder Flipped To The Pistons

The Detroit Pistons acquired guard Dennis Schroder as part of the complicated Jimmy Butler trade that landed Butler in Golden State and Schroder in the Motor City with a stop in Utah, although he never played for the Jazz. Schroder started the season with the Nets and played 23 games, averaging 18.4 points and 6.6 […]

MarJon Beauchamp Traded To Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers landed forward MarJon Beauchamp from the Bucks in exchange for Kevin Porter Jr. ahead of Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. The Clippers also shipped out Terance Mann and Bones Hyland to the Hawks in exchange for Bogdan Bogdanovic, who will likely be the team's primary backup point guard, making KPJ and Hyland […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Traded To Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks acquired guard Kevin Porter Jr. from the Clippers to bolster their backcourt before Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. Milwaukee will send forward MarJon Beauchamp to the Clippers in exchange. Porter has been a solid backup point guard for the Clippers this season after sitting out all of 2023-24. He played 45 of the […]

Jake LaRavia Traded To Kings

The Sacramento Kings are acquiring forward Jake LaRavia in a three-way deal that includes Marcus Smart heading to Washington and multiple second-round picks going to the Grizzlies, who gain roster flexibility as well. The Kings will also send Alex Len to Washington as part of the trade. LaRavia played 47 minutes for the Grizzlies this […]

James Wiseman Traded To Toronto

The Toronto Raptors are acquiring center James Wiseman along with cash from the Pacers ahead of Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. Wiseman was the No. 2 overall pick in the NBA Draft in 2020, but the 23-year-old has yet to establish himself as an NBA contributor. He played just one game for the Pacers this year […]

Marcus Smart Traded To The Wizards

The Washington Wizards acquired guard Marcus Smart along with a 2025 first-round pick from the Grizzlies in a multi-team trade that sends two second-round picks to Memphis. Memphis is looking for roster flexibility with the move, and Smart will now join the Wizards backcourt that could definitely use some of his signature defensive intensity. Smart […]

Hayden Wesneski Penciled In As No. 5 Starter

Houston Astros pitchers Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown, Ronel Blanco and Spencer Arrighetti -- each of whom made at least 28 starts in 2024 -- are locked into the starting rotation. Right-hander Hayden Wesneski, who was acquired from the Chicago Cubs this offseason in the deal that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to Chicago, is penciled in […]

Georges Niang Joins The Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks acquired forward Georges Niang along with Caris LeVert, three second-round picks, and two swaps in exchange for De'Andre Hunter. Hunter became expendable after the emergence of Jalen Johnson before his season-ending shoulder injury and the strong rookie showing of No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher. Niang and LeVert could help fill in while […]

Orioles Invite Samuel Basallo To Spring Training

The Baltimore Orioles announced on Thursday that catching prospect Samuel Basallo will be a non-roster invite at major-league spring training this year. Per MLB Pipeline, Basallo is the No. 13 prospect in all of baseball for the 2025 season. In addition to Basallo, outfield prospects Enrique Bradfield and Dylan Beavers will be at spring training. […]

De'Andre Hunter Traded To Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired De'Andre Hunter from the Hawks in exchange for Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second-round picks, and two swaps. Hunter was the No. 4 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft and has played all six seasons with the Hawks. He was posting the best numbers of his career before the trade, […]

Caris LeVert Traded To Hawks

The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded guard/forward Caris LeVert along with Georges Niang and three second-round picks and two swaps to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for forward De'Andre Hunter. LeVert played 38 games for the Cavs this season and made three starts. He averaged 10.2 points, 3.7 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 23.8 minutes per game. […]

Giants Acquire Osleivis Basabe From Rays

The San Francisco Giants acquired infielder Osleivis Basabe from the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday in exchange for cash considerations, according to the Tampa Bay Times' Marc Topkin. Basabe had been designated for assignment by the Rays earlier in the week. Basabe played in only 78 games in the minors in 2024 due to a […]

Bruce Gradkowski Joining Lions Coaching Staff

The Detroit Lions are adding former NFL quarterback Bruce Gradkowski to its coaching staff as an offensive assistant, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Gradkowski spent 11 seasons in the NFL, primarily as a backup, and threw for 4,057 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 24 interceptions in 37 game appearances. The 42-year-old began his coaching career at […]

Pierce Johnson Will Have Bigger Role In 2025

Atlanta Braves right-handed reliever Pierce Johnson will be relied on even more in 2025 with Joe Jimenez (knee) expected to miss most of the season after having knee surgery last October. Johnson split primary setup duties in Atlanta's bullpen last year with Jimenez, but he should be the primary late-inning setup man in front of […]

NFL DFS Showdown Breakdown: Super Bowl LIX (Premium Content)

Use this tutorial for more details on how to use our NFL DFS Stacks of the Week. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. After 21 weeks of football, we've finally reached the penultimate game, Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. I hope that my tournament stack articles have helped you […]

Radko Gudas Does Not Practice On Thursday

According to Derek Lee of The Hockey News, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (illness) did not practice on Thursday due to an illness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their final contest before the international break on Saturday evening against the Los Angeles Kings. Gudas has not missed a game […]

Daysbel Hernandez Could Fill Key Setup Role For Atlanta

The Athletic's David O'Brien writes that Atlanta Braves right-hander Daysbel Hernandez will get a chance to fill a key setup role in the bullpen that opened up when Joe Jimenez had knee surgery in October. As a result, Jimenez is expected to be out for most of the 2025 season. The 28-year-old Hernandez mostly pitched […]

Bills Adding Ryan Nielsen To Defensive Staff

Former Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen is expected to join the Buffalo Bills coaching staff as a senior defensive assistant, according to Bruce Feldman of the Athletic. Nielsen spent the 2017 through 2022 seasons with the New Orleans Saints in various roles before running the Atlanta defense in 2023 and the […]

Braves May Lean On Aaron Bummer More In High-Leverage Situations

The Athletic's David O'Brien suggests that the Atlanta Braves will need left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer more in high-leverage situations in 2025 with A.J. Minter gone to the division-rival New York Mets in free agency. Bummer had 69 strikeouts and 18 walks in 55 1/3 innings in his first year with Atlanta in 2024, and his […]

Owen Tippett Will Remain Sidelined On Thursday

According to Jordan Hall of NBCS Philly, Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (upper body) will remain sidelined on Thursday evening when the Flyers face the Washington Capitals. The 25-year-old has missed their previous three games and is now on track to miss his fourth straight. Prior to the injury, Tippett tallied six points (three […]

Seahawks, Leonard Williams Agree To Restructured Contract

The Seattle Seahawks and defensive lineman Leonard Williams have agreed to a restructured contract, according to team beat writer Corbin K. Smith. Seattle is converting $18.745 million of his salary into a bonus and adding two void years to the end of his deal. By doing this, Seattle drops his cap hit for 2025 by […]

Chadwick Tromp Expected To Be Backup Catcher

Atlanta Braves catcher Chadwick Tromp is expected to open the 2025 season as Sean Murphy's backup now that Travis d'Arnaud is with the Angels, which likely means he'll receive a start or two per week. Tromp had a similar role last year when Murphy missed two months with an injury, and again when d'Arnaud missed […]

Simon Nemec Promoted To NHL Roster

According to the team, the New Jersey Devils promoted defenseman Simon Nemec to the NHL roster. In a corresponding move, the team placed center Nico Hischier (upper body) on the injured reserve. Hischier has missed their previous four contests and will likely be sidelined through the international break. In addition, Nemec immediately joined the team […]

Mark Vientos To Stay At Third Base In 2025

New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos will stick at the hot corner for the Mets in 2025 after the team re-signed first baseman Pete Alonso on Wednesday night. Before the move to reunite with Alonso, Vientos was set to slide across the diamond to serve as New York's primary first baseman. The return of […]

Super Bowl Sunday NFL DFS Cheat Sheet: Expert Picks and Lineups (Premium Content)

  All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to Super Bowl Sunday! I'll bring you our famous NFL DFS Cheat Sheet with expert research and picks for cash games and GPPs each week. Here are a few notes about the sheet. Green means GO (good for the player), while red […]

Zach Werenski Could Return On Thursday To Face Utah

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Zach Werenski (undisclosed) could return to the starting lineup on Thursday evening to face the Utah Hockey Club. Svoboda noted that the Norris Trophy candidate was a full participant during Thursday's morning skate, which is a positive sign. Werenski sat out during their previous game […]

Anthony Cirelli Will Not Play On Thursday

According to Benjamin Pierce of the Tampa Bay Lightning, center Anthony Cirelli (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Ottawa Senators. Pierce noted that Nick Paul (undisclosed) will return to the lineup. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring Cirelli's status before their final games on Saturday and Sunday before the international break. Cirelli […]