Spencer Torkelson Could Play Regularly As DH

The Detroit Free Press' Evan Petzold writes that first baseman Spencer Torkelson could see regular at-bats this year at designated hitter. The Tigers could be rotating players around early in the year in the outfield with both Parker Meadows (arm) and Matt Vierling (shoulder) injured, which could mean more looks for Torkelson at DH if […]

Christian Braun Misses Monday's Game

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (foot) will be unavailable on Monday against the Golden State Warriors. He was expected to play, as the team had given him a probable designation on the initial injury report, but Denver has now ruled him out for the game. This will mark only his second absence of the season. […]

Joey Gallo Trying His Hand At Pitching

After asking for and being granted his release by the Chicago White Sox over the weekend, first baseman/outfielder/designated hitter Joey Gallo announced on X that he will now be transitioning to a pitcher. Gallo went just 2-for-20 with 11 strikeouts in nine Cactus League games for the White Sox before they cut him. The 31-year-old […]

Josh Rojas Dealing With Hairline Fracture In His Big Toe

Chicago White Sox infielder Josh Rojas (toe) is dealing with a hairline fracture in his right big toe, according to manager Will Venable. MLB.com's Scott Merkin writes that it sounds like it's a pain-tolerance situation right now, and Rojas is dealing with some pain. The 30-year-old veteran suffered the injury in Saturday's Cactus League game […]

Stephen Curry Good To Go Against Nuggets

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (back) is set to play in Monday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. The Warriors leader is dealing with a lower back strain but has been listed as active for the contest. It remains to be seen whether Curry will also be healthy enough to play on Tuesday when […]

Michael King Named Padres' Opening Day Starter

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King will start on Opening Day on Thursday, March 27, against the visiting Atlanta Braves, according to manager Mike Shildt. King will get the nod over right-hander Dylan Cease to kick things off in 2025 after he finished the 2024 campaign in downright nasty form for the Friars. In his […]

Jamal Murray Sits Out Monday's Action

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) will not play on Monday against the Golden State Warriors. He has been ruled out due to a right ankle sprain. The Nuggets will head out without Murray for the first time since Feb. 6. Nikola Jokic (elbow, ankle) will also have the night off, so Russell Westbrook, […]

Nikola Jokic Out Against Warriors

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (elbow, ankle) will not be in the lineup for Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The Serbian superstar will be absent for only the seventh time this season as he continues to deal with an elbow contusion and an ankle impingement. Zeke Nnaji's fantasy stock will receive a big […]

Brice Turang Down 3-5 Days After Throwing Session Doesn't Go Well

MLB.com's Adam McCalvy reports that Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Brice Turang (shoulder) tried to throw at camp on Monday, but it didn't go well. The good news is Turang's MRI exam didn't show any structural damage in his right shoulder, but he will be shut down for three to five days. McCalvy adds that the Brewers […]

James McCann Signs Minor-League Deal With Braves

Free-agent catcher James McCann and the Atlanta Braves agreed to a minor-league deal on Monday, a source tells FanSided's Robert Murray. McCann will provide the Braves with additional catching depth to start the 2025 season with Sean Murphy (rib) starting the year on the injured list with a fractured rib on his left side. Catching […]

Corey Kispert Leaves Road Trip Due To Thumb Injury

Washington Wizards guard/forward Corey Kispert (thumb) will be sidelined for at least two games. After injuring his left thumb during Saturday's defeat against the Denver Nuggets, Kispert has returned to Washington for an examination by team doctors. The Wizards will finish a seven-game road trip this week, facing the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night […]

Marcus Smart Not Healthy Enough To Play On Monday

Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (illness) will not return to the lineup on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. There was initially hope that he could be back after missing one game due to an illness, but the team has downgraded Smart's status from questionable to out. Fellow veterans Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) and Corey Kispert […]

Jordan Clarkson Active On Monday

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot, illness) will be in the lineup on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. The veteran sat out the first leg of a back-to-back against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. In Monday's game, Clarkson should continue to provide secondary scoring off the bench. His season has been heavily interrupted by health […]

Keyonte George Returns From Four-Game Absence Monday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (foot, illness) has received the green light to return to the lineup on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. He has missed four games due to a foot contusion while also battling an illness. George scored a season-high 33 points when the Bulls and Jazz clashed for the first time this […]

Collin Sexton Will Not Play Monday Night

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will sit out Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He is managing a left ankle injury and won't be available following a 34-minute shift against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Sexton's exit from the lineup will create more opportunities for Keyonte George (foot, illness) and Jordan Clarkson (foot, illness), […]

Lauri Markkanen Available Against Bulls

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (ankle) will take the court on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. He was initially listed as questionable on the injury report after Markkanen played 26 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Markkanen is ready to make his fourth consecutive appearance on Monday night, but the team has limited […]

Coby White Cleared For Action Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (toe) will be available on Monday against the Utah Jazz. He has been cleared to play after the team initially considered White probable for the contest. With Josh Giddey (ankle) and Lonzo Ball (wrist) on the shelf, White's availability is crucial for the Bulls. He has been leading the backcourt […]

Josh Giddey Remains Out On Monday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. This was expected after Chicago labeled Giddey as doubtful on the initial injury report. The talented Australian will sit out a third consecutive contest. Giddey's absence has elevated the fantasy value of Tre Jones and Kevin Huerter. Among […]

Grayson Allen Sits Out Fourth Straight Game

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (foot) will remain on the shelf for Monday's encounter with the Toronto Raptors. He is nursing a left foot strain. Due to Allen's absence, Collin Gillespie has entered the rotation lately, while Ryan Dunn and Royce O'Neale are also in a position to log a few extra shifts. Following a […]

March Madness Snubs: Three Teams That Should Have Made The NCAA Tournament - 2025 March Madness

The bracket is set, and 2025’s edition of the NCAA Tournament is set to tip off with the First Four in Dayton on Tuesday. This year more than others in recent memory, there has been a lot of chatter around the teams selected to compete in sports’ greatest postseason. North Carolina athletic director and committee […]

Azeez Ojulari Heading To Philadelphia

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that free-agent linebacker Azeez Ojulari is signing with the Philadelphia Eagles on a one-year deal worth $4 million. Fowler notes that Philadelphia "heavily recruited" the fifth-year pass-rusher. Ojulari recorded 28 tackles and six sacks for the New York Giants in 11 games last season and looks to give the Eagles a […]

Bradley Beal Sidelined On Monday

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) will not suit up for Monday's contest against the Toronto Raptors. He has been ruled out due to a left hamstring strain Beal suffered in Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Phoenix will also be without Grayson Allen (foot) against the Raptors, so Tyus Jones and Collin Gillespie […]

Jesse Winker Exits Early On Monday

New York Mets outfielder Jesse Winker (calf) was forced to exit early during Monday's spring training contest. The left-handed slugger was pulled out of the contest due to a minor calf issue. Mets' manager Carlos Mendoza said that Winker was removed for precautionary reasons. Fantasy managers should consider Winker as day-to-day. The expectation is that […]

Juan Thornhill Heading To Steel City

Ian Rapoport reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms with free-agent safety Juan Thornhill on a one-year deal. The intricacies of the contract have not yet been reported. Thornhill spent the last two seasons with the Cleveland Browns, playing in just 22 games after missing time with a nagging calf injury. The 29-year-old […]

Yves Missi Returns From Two-Game Absence

New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (ankle) will jump back into the lineup for Monday's tilt against the Detroit Pistons. He has been cleared to play after sitting out two contests due to an ankle sprain. Missi's return is set to relegate Karlo Matkovic back to the bench, although he could still be a factor […]

Orelvis Martinez Removed Early On Monday

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Orelvis Martinez (hip) was forced to exit early during Monday's spring training contest. Martinez is considered day-to-day after getting hit by a pitch in the hip during his lone plate appearance. It sounds like he's only dealing with a bruised hip, so this isn't something that should sideline him for long. […]

Kelly Olynyk Cleared To Play Monday

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Kelly Olynyk (finger) will be active on Monday against the Detroit Pistons. The versatile veteran is dealing with a sprained finger, but the team has upgraded Olynyk's status from questionable to available. Since acquiring him from the Toronto Raptors, New Orleans has regularly used Olynyk as a starter. The 33-year-old is […]

Zion Williamson Available Against Pistons

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Zion Williamson (personal) will return to the lineup for Monday's action against the Detroit Pistons. He sat out Saturday's contest versus the San Antonio Spurs for personal reasons. Initially, Williamson's status was also uncertain for Monday night when the team listed him as questionable for the game. However, he has been […]

Andrew Benintendi Takes Live Batting Practice

Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (hand) was able to take live batting practice on Monday. Benintendi is reportedly feeling good and things are progressing quicker than expected. The left-handed slugger suffered a non-displaced fracture on his right hand in late February. At the time, Benintendi was expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks of action. Now, […]

Garrett Bradbury Released By Vikings

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that the Minnesota Vikings have released center Garrett Bradbury with a post-June 1 designation. Pelissero notes that the Vikings tried to trade him but had no choice but to move on and will carry his money on their salary cap until June 2. Bradbury spent his entire six-year career with […]