Christian Encarnacion-Strand To Miss Third Straight Game

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (wrist) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. The 24-year-old underwent an MRI which didn't reveal any significant damage. The hope is that Encarnacion-Strand can return at some point during the week. In the meantime, Jeimer Candelario will cover first base... Read More

Kristaps Porzingis Likely To Miss Several Games

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is expected to miss several games due to a right soleus strain. With likely an extended absence for Porzingis, 37-year-old veteran center Al Horford should move into the Celtics starting lineup. Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman will also see more minutes coming off the bench in... Read More

Jack Flaherty Records 14 Strikeouts In No-Decision

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jack Flaherty put together a brilliant performance against the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday. The right-hander recorded a career-high 14 strikeouts over 6 2/3 scoreless innings during Tuesday's no-decision. Flaherty struck out seven straight batters to open up the contest. Sadly for Flaherty, the Tigers bullpen coughed up the lead in... Read More

Craig Kimbrel Uncertain For Tuesday's Game

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (back) is uncertain for Tuesday's game against the New York Yankees. The veteran reliever left Sunday's game due to back tightness. He is currently considered as day-to-day. Orioles' manager Brandon Hyde said he was unsure if Kimbrel would be available for Tuesday's game. The right-hander will likely throw pregame... Read More

Mike Trout To Undergo Knee Surgery

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (knee) is expected to undergo surgery on his knee in the near future. This comes as a shock, considering there was no word of Trout dealing with a serious knee issue. The timetable for his return is unknown right now, but the injury isn't expected to be season-ending, so... Read More

TeeOffSports' PGA DFS Rankings Wizard In-Tournament Model - The CJ Cup Byron Nelson (Premium Content)

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Make sure to follow me on Twitter @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 soon... Read More

Kawhi Leonard Ruled Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) won't play in Game 5 against the Mavs on Wednesday, according to NBA writer Marc Stein. Leonard has been dealing with inflammation in his right knee for a while. In Game 2, he was on the court for 35 minutes. However, he logged only 25 minutes in Game 3.... Read More

Terry Rozier Out For Game 5 On Wednesday

Miami Heat point guard Terry Rozier (neck) will remain absent for Game 5 against Boston on Wednesday. The former Celtic is struggling to overcome neck spasms and has already missed 10 consecutive contests. With Rozier's extended absense Tyler Herro will continue to lead the Heat's backcourt in Game 5 after posting 19 points, four rebounds and four... Read More

2024 Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts - Should I Draft J.J. McCarthy or Bo Nix?

The quarterbacks came flying off the board in the 2024 NFL Draft, and that should be no different in Superflex dynasty formats. One decision most fantasy managers might have to make on draft day is whether to take former Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy or former Oregon quarterback Bo Nix. McCarthy was drafted 10th overall by the Minnesota Vikings after they traded up... Read More

Joey Loperfido Hitting Seventh In MLB Debut

Houston Astros outfielder Joey Loperfido is starting in left field and is batting seventh in his major-league debut on Tuesday against the visiting Cleveland Guardians and right-hander Carlos Carrasco. Loperfido, the Astros' No. 6 prospect per MLB Pipeline, could see a decent amount of at-bats between first base and the outfield after the team optioned... Read More

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Ruled Out For Game 5 On Wednesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (hip) will be unavailable for Game 5 on Wednesday versus the Boston Celtics due to a hip flexor strain. In Game 4, Jaquez had some tightness in his right hip and he missed the entire fourth quarter after posting nine points and two rebounds in 22 minutes on the court. With... Read More

Vaughn Grissom Dealing With Illness

Boston Red Sox middle infielder Vaughn Grissom (hamstring, illness) isn't coming off the 10-day injured list on Tuesday because he has the flu. Grissom was expected to be activated from the IL for the game against the visiting San Francisco Giants, but he's being delayed while under the weather. Whenever he eventually joins the Red... Read More

Alex Noren Looks To Take Another Step At TPC Craig Ranch

Alex Noren has been fantastic in his three Byron Nelson appearances, improving from 35th to 21st to 12th in his most recent showing in 2022. The putting has been most noticeable, as the Swede has gained at least 2.5 strokes on the green in each of his starts in this event. Noren has really started... Read More

Nick Pivetta Set For Rehab Start On Thursday

Boston Red Sox right-hander Nick Pivetta (elbow) is expected to make a minor-league rehab start on Thursday, and barring any setbacks in that outing, the expectation is that he'll be ready to return to the Red Sox's starting rotation afterwards. Pivetta threw 50 pitches during a live batting practice session on Saturday and is expected... Read More

Masataka Yoshida Going For MRI On His Hand

Boston Red Sox outfielder/designated hitter Masataka Yoshida (hand), who is out of the lineup on Tuesday against the visiting San Francisco Giants, is going for an MRI exam on his injured left hand on Wednesday. Yoshida is active on Tuesday but is unlikely to play. The 30-year-old jammed his hand in the game on Sunday... Read More