Mark Giordano Named First Captain For Kraken

The Seattle Kraken named defenseman Mark Giordano as the franchise's first ever captain on Monday. The 38-year-old, who had spent his entire 15-year NHL career in Calgary prior to getting selected by the Kraken in the expansion draft over the offseason, is expected to debut on the team's top defensive pair (alongside Adam Larsson) on […]

Alex Ovechkin Listed As Questionable For Season Opener

Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin has been listed as questionable ahead of his team's first game of the campaign on Wednesday. The 36-year-old, who is considered day-to-day, suffered a lower-body injury in a preseason contest versus the Philadelphia Flyers last week. Ovechkin hasn't been able to eclipse the point-per-game mark over the past two seasons […]

Auston Matthews Expected To Miss Three Games

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (wrist) will be sidelined for at least the first three games of the season next week. Matthews, who underwent wrist surgery back in August, has been skating with his team over the past few weeks. The 24-year-old is coming off the best season of his young NHL career in […]

Zach Kassian Considered Questionable For Season Opener

Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Kassian (concussion protocol) has been listed as day-to-day and remains questionable for his team's season opener versus the Canucks on Wednesday. Kassian sustained the head injury in a fight in a preseason game last week and had been skating on the Oilers' third line for much of training camp. The 30-year-old […]

Chris Godwin Pops Up On Injury Report

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (knee, ankle) was a surprise addition to Monday's injury report. Godwin- listed as a limited participant in Monday's estimated practice report- apparently picked up ankle and knee injuries during Sunday's blowout win over the Dolphins. The star receiver continued his usual level of steady production, totaling seven receptions […]

Erik Gustafsson Signs With Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed defenseman Erik Gustafsson to a one-year, $800k contract on Sunday. The 29-year-old, who was previously on a PTO with the New York Islanders, will begin his second stint in Chicago - the organization in which he posted his career-best 60-point season back in 2018-2019. Gustafsson will likely play on the […]

Tom Brady Listed As Limited Monday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (thumb) would have been a limited participant had the team practiced Monday. The Buccaneers released an estimated practice report, which listed Brady, who suffered a thumb injury on his throwing hand during Sunday's victory over Miami, as limited. Of course, the veteran signal-caller didn't appear to be affected in […]

Olli Juolevi Traded To Florida

The Florida Panthers acquired defenseman Olli Juolevi from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Noah Juulsen and Juho Lammikko on Sunday. The 23-year-old, who the Canucks selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft, had battled injuries with the club and failed to lock down a regular role on the team's blue […]

Rob Gronkowski's Possible Return Will Be "Very Close" Thursday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (ribs) has a chance to return for Thursday's game against the Eagles, though head coach Bruce Arians noted that it will be "very, very close." Gronkowski has missed each of the last two games after suffering cracked ribs and a punctured lung during the team's Week 3 loss […]

Jarvis Landry Runs On Monday, Eligible To Return From IR

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (knee) is eligible to be activated from the injured reserve this week and was able to run on Monday, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. Landry has missed the past three games with a sprained knee, but it is still unknown whether he will be activated for Week 6's […]

Video: Waiver Wire Running Backs - Fantasy Football Week 6

Host Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller Radio discusses the 2021 fantasy football season and keeps you updated with all the latest news and analysis as he discuses the fantasy football season by breaking down the waiver wire for each position. Today he takes a look at some running backs to consider adding off the waiver wire. Be sure to also […]

Miles Boykin To Be Active Monday Night

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Miles Boykin will be active against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday night, according to Ian Rapoport. Boykin has been sidelined through the first four weeks of the season, and will now give a boost to the Ravens offense that has already looked very good to start the season. Boykin shouldn't be […]

Malik Monk Likely Out A Week

Los Angeles Lakers guard Malik Monk (groin) is expected to miss at least a week of action. The Lakers are hopeful that Monk will be available for the season opener. Although, it's tough to tell because groin strains can linger sometimes. Fellow guard Talen Horton-Tucker (thumb) is expected to undergo surgery and won't be ready […]

Michael Lorenzen Hoping To Earn Starting Role In 2022

Veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen is entering free agency this offseason. According to Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer, Lorenzen is seeking an opportunity with a team where he can compete for a starting role. He is reportedly eager to bet on himself and take a low-cost deal that's infused with incentives. The 29-year-old has spent […]

Talen Horton-Tucker To Undergo Surgery

Los Angeles Lakers guard Talen Horton-Tucker (thumb) is expected to miss time after suffering an injury that requires surgery. The young guard has a torn ligament in his right thumb. There is no timetable for his return and this news certainly knocks him out from being an option on draft day. The Lakers have plenty […]

Rashod Bateman Out For Monday Night Football

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (groin) will have to wait another week to make his NFL debut, as he will be inactive on Monday night against the Indianapolis Colts. Bateman is reportedly gearing up for Week 6 against the Los Angeles Chargers, so fantasy managers will likely have to keep him stashed for a […]

Davis Bertans Sits Out Of Monday's Practice

Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans (calf) did not participate during Monday's practice. He has been nursing a calf strain that caused him to miss part of last season and a portion of the offseason. The Wizards are likely going to monitor Bertans throughout the season, so fantasy managers should prepare for plenty of DNPs and […]

Quintez Cephus Suffers Broken Collarbone

Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus (collarbone) suffered a broken collarbone in Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings. Cephus will undergo surgery and is facing a three-month absence, so his season is likely over. He was one of the lone bright spots of the offense up to this point, so the Lions will have to […]

Ji-Man Choi Sitting Against Lefty In Game 4

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi is not in the starting lineup for Game 4 of the ALDS. The Boston Red Sox will have left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez on the mound to start the game, so the left-handed Choi is giving way to the right-handed Jordan Luplow, who is playing first base and batting fifth […]

Josh Okogie Could Miss Monday's Preseason Game

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's preseason game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has played in each of the last two games, so possibly this is the team giving him a rest day. Okogie is dealing with right ankle soreness, but should be fine going forward. He'll likely […]

Tua Tagovailoa Could Practice This Week

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) hopes to return to practice this week in preparation for a Week 6 matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to head coach Brian Flores. His eventual return to the lineup would help a struggling Miami offensive unit, who have not been able to get anything going with Jacoby Brissett […]

Patrick Williams Returns To Practice

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (ankle) returned to practice on Monday. He was able to participate in 5-on-5 workouts for the first time in two weeks. Williams was expected to miss around a month of action, but could beat that timetable. Right now, it's possible that Williams is available for the season opener on October […]

Riley Greene Removed From AFL Roster

Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Riley Greene (head) was removed from the organization's Arizona Fall League roster this past weekend. He suffered a concussion in a game about a week ago while playing for the Tigers' Triple-A affiliate, the Toledo Mud Hens. He was supposed to compete in the AFL with the Salt River Rafters, but […]

Joe Burrow Fine After Throat Injury

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (throat) was released from the hospital last night after suffering what was described as a potential throat contusion. Burrow played through the injury in the team's eventual 25-22 overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, and he should be just fine going forward. His status is something to […]

Collin McHugh To Start As Opener In Game 4

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Collin McHugh will be the team's starter for Game 4 of the ALDS against the Boston Red Sox on Monday. As usual, he will serve as an opener for the contest before giving way to a bullpen game. McHugh has pitched once so far this series. He came on in relief […]

Astros And White Sox Postponed On Monday

Game 4 of the ALDS between the Houston Astros and the Chicago White Sox has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will now be played on Tuesday, with a start time of 2:07 EST. Carlos Rodon and Jose Urquidy were scheduled to start the game for their respective teams. White Sox manager Tony La […]

Matt Wisler Reaggravated Finger Injury

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Matt Wisler (finger) suffered an injury to his right middle finger in Game 2 of the ALDS against the Boston Red Sox. It is the same injury that landed him on the injured list twice during the regular season this year. As of now, Wisler will remain on the team's […]

Tyreek Hill Suffered Minor Injury, Unlikely To Miss Time

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (knee) suffered a knee injury in the team's Week 5 loss to the Buffalo Bills. According to Adam Schefter, the injury is minor and the team doesn't expect him to miss any time. Hill came back into Sunday's game after sustaining the injury and he wound up with […]

Juju Smith-Schuster Will Undergo Shoulder Surgery (Update)

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (shoulder) will undergo season-ending surgery this week after dislocating his shoulder in Sunday's win over the Denver Broncos. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network initially reported that the 24-year-old underwent surgery Sunday night, but the surgery has not happened yet. He had his shoulder reduced and underwent an MRI […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire To Miss A Few Weeks With MCL Sprain

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (knee) has been diagnosed with an MCL sprain. He is expected to miss a few weeks, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. This is good news for the Chiefs running back as the fear on Sunday night was that he could have sustained a more serious injury. He appeared […]