Matt Olson Struggling Offensively Lately

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson is enduring a bit of a slump as of late. He's just 3-for-23 with six strikeouts over the course of his last six games. Through 41 games in total, Atlanta's big offseason acquisition is slashing .242/.361/.425 with a 21.8 percent strikeout rate and 16.2 percent walk rate. He has […]

Brandon Belt Could Return Next Sunday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) could return from the injured list when first eligible. That being said, manager Gabe Kapler believes Belt should be able to return next Sunday. He was placed on the injured list ahead of Sunday's game after missing the two first games of the series against the San […]

Corbin Burnes Roughed Up By Braves In Last Start

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes faltered a bit on Wednesday, allowing a season-high four runs over six innings of work against the Braves. He gave up seven hits (including two homers) and also hit two batters. When all was said and done, his record went unblemished; Burnes finished with the no-decision as Milwaukee won […]

Brandon Clarke Hoping To Improve His Shot From Deep

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke finished the regular season by averaging 10.4 points, 5.3 boards, and 1.1 blocks. He played even better during the postseason, filling in admirably when needed. However, the 24-year-old, who is eligible for a rookie contract extension over the summer, is hoping to improve in one area specifically, his three-point shooting […]

Spenser Watkins To Be Evaluated On Monday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Spenser Watkins (arm) will be re-evaluated on Monday, according to head coach Brandon Hyde. Watkins was removed from Sunday's start after getting hit by a comebacker. He was drilled in the arm by Ji-Man Choi in the first inning and exited the game. It doesn't appear that Watkins has suffered a […]

Nick Martinez To Start On Monday

San Diego Padres pitcher Nick Martinez will make the start on Monday, according to manager Bob Melvin. Right-hander Mike Clevinger (triceps) was scheduled to start before he ended up on the injured list. That being said, it appears the Padres are planning on using a six-man rotation while Clevinger is out. Martinez has been fairly […]

Gabe Vincent Back On The Injury Report

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's playoff battle versus Boston. He remains plagued by a nagging left hamstring strain. However, the injury is nothing new, so it's more than likely he'll be available for Game 4. But if Kyle Lowry (hamstring) plays, Vincent can be omitted from DFS consideration.

P.J. Tucker Dealing With A New Injury

Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (knee) is questionable for Monday's playoff showdown with Boston. After spending weeks on the injury report because of a calf strain, the veteran is now suffering from left knee irritation. However, it didn't slow Tucker down in Game 3, as the veteran undoubtedly exceeded his DFS value by finishing with […]

Max Strus Questionable Against Celtics On Monday

Miami Heat guard Max Strus (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's postseason meeting with the Boston Celtics. This ailment is nothing new, so the questionable tag should be taken with a grain of slate. With Jimmy Butler (knee) and Kyle Lowry (hamstring) uncertain for Game 4, Strus may see a substantial bump in production. However, even […]

Jayson Tatum Expected To Suit Up In Game 4

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (neck) will likely suit up for Game 4 against Miami. Tatum took a hard fall on Saturday night and briefly lost feeling in his arm. However, the 24-year-old eventually made his way back, although his presence didn't make a difference. Head coach Ime Udoka didn't seem concerned about his availability, […]

Kyle Lowry Still Dealing With Bum Hamstring

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is back on the injury report leading up to Monday's postseason meeting versus Boston. Unsurprisingly, Lowry is questionable because of a nagging left hamstring strain, the same one he's been dealing with since suffering the ailment during the series with Atlanta. Nonetheless, based on how the veteran looked in […]

Robert Williams III Questionable For Game 4

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is questionable for the upcoming postseason showdown versus Miami. Williams has been dealing with a bone bruise in his left knee, resulting in a recent absence for Game 3 on Saturday. Nevertheless, if the 24-year-old isn't healthy enough to give it a go, Grant Williams will likely continue […]

Tyler Herro Uncertain For Game 4

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (groin) is questionable for Monday's postseason showdown against Boston. The Sixth Man of the Year is dealing with a groin strain that limited him to only 20 minutes in Game 3. He will likely do all he can to make it out there for Game 4. However, Victor Oladipo will […]

Marcus Smart Questionable For Monday Night

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is questionable ahead of Monday's playoff meeting against the Miami Heat. The Defensive Player of the Year sustained a painful right ankle sprain during Saturday's loss. Yet, despite Smart's eventual return in that one, he now finds himself back on the injury report. Nonetheless, head coach Ime Udoka didn't […]

Andrew Wiggins Probable Versus Mavs

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks. Wiggins popped up on the injury report because of left ankle soreness. However, in addition to the latest update regarding his status, he also advised reporters after shootaround on Sunday he'd be good to go. […]

Gary Payton II Remains Out On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) won't play on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. He's been out since suffering an elbow injury at the hands of Dillon Brooks during the previous series. However, there is some good news to report, as Payton is seemingly increasing his activity level. Nonetheless, until the 29-year-old can […]

Andre Iguodala Out For Game 3

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's playoff showdown versus Dallas. The veteran has been rehabbing. However, head coach Steve Kerr couldn't provide an update on Iguodala's availability for the rest of the postseason. The 38-year-old usually wouldn't have any DFS appeal. However, if Iguodala makes it back […]

Jordan Binnington Ruled Out For The Rest Of The Second Round

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (lower body) has been ruled out for the rest of the second-round series against the Avalanche. He got hurt early in Saturday's Game 3 during a collision with Blues defenseman Calle Rosen and Avalanche center Nazem Kadri. According to reports, Binnington is dealing with a knee injury, so things […]

Steven Stamkos Nets Two Goals In Game 3 Win

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Steven Stamkos came through with two goals as the team picked apart Florida 5-1 on Sunday to take a 3-0 series lead in the second round. Stammer fired in his third goal of the playoffs in the middle of the second period and completed his two-goal effort with an empty-netter 2:09 […]

Nikita Kucherov Piles Up Four Points In Sunday's Win

Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov produced a huge four-point performance in Sunday's Game 3 victory over Florida. He scored his fourth goal of the playoffs and registered three assists as Tampa jumped to a 3-0 series lead with a comfortable 5-1 win. This marks the fourth four-point effort in the playoffs for Kucherov […]

Franchy Cordero Delivers Walk-Off Grand Slam

Boston Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero was the hero in the team's 8-4 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. Coming up to bat with two outs and the bases loaded in the 10th inning of a 4-4 tie, Cordero launched his first home run of the year. It was a walk-off grand slam, completing […]

Gregory Soto Locks Down His Seventh Save On Sunday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Gregory Soto closed out the team's 4-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. He only required eight pitches to get through a scoreless ninth inning. It was one of the rare uneventful save opportunities for Soto this year. It was just the second time this year where he was able […]

Sandy Alcantara Pitches Complete Game On Sunday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara pitched his first complete game of the year in the team's 4-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. He allowed six hits, two walks and three runs (all unearned) while striking out seven. Alcantara is known for his ability to pitch deep into games. He'd already had two […]

Brandon Belt Placed On Injured List With Knee Inflammation

The San Francisco Giants placed first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Infielder Kevin Padlo was called up from Triple-A in a corresponding move. Belt is currently hampered by right knee inflammation. He hasn't played since Wednesday, so the move to the injured list doesn't come as much of a […]

Mike Clevinger Lands On Injured List With Triceps Strain

The San Diego Padres placed starting pitcher Mike Clevinger (triceps) on the 15-day injured list on Sunday with a right triceps strain. The move is retroactive to May 21. Clevinger was originally slated to start on Sunday, but he was pushed back a day as MacKenzie Gore got the start. Now the Padres have an […]

Freddy Peralta Exits With Shoulder Injury On Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) was removed in the fourth inning of his start against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. While the specifics of the injury have yet to be revealed, it appears as if it is related to his right shoulder. The right-hander pointed to the area behind his right shoulder prior […]

NASCAR All-Star Race DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy NASCAR Lineup Picks

The NASCAR Cup Series gets ready for the All-Star Race on Sunday, which will take place at Texas Motor Speedway. Last year, Kyle Larson won this event from the pole. Brad Keselowski finished second, followed by Chase Elliott. Because this race has a unique format, I'll give you some insight into how it differs from […]

Joey Gallo, Kyle Higashioka Land On COVID Injured List

The New York Yankees placed outfielder Joey Gallo and catcher Kyle Higashioka on the COVID-19 injured list prior to Game 1 of the team's doubleheader against the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. In corresponding moves, the team called up relief pitcher David McKay from Triple-A and signed catcher Rob Brantly to a major league contract, […]

Chris Bassitt Agrees To One-Year, $8.8 Million Contract

The New York Mets and starting pitcher Chris Bassitt have come to an agreement on a one-year contract to avoid an arbitration hearing. The deal is worth $8.65 million in 2022 and there is a mutual option for 2023 worth $19 million, but his contract can alternatively be bought out for $150,000. Bassitt is off […]

John Means Avoids Arbitration With Two-Year Deal

The Baltimore Orioles and starting pitcher John Means (elbow) have reached an agreement on a two-year, $5.925 million deal in order to avoid an arbitration hearing. The 29-year-old underwent season-ending Tommy John surgery about 10 days ago. If his recovery goes well, we could see him back in the majors at some point in late […]