Tomas Tatar Returns To Lineup On First Line

Montreal Canadiens winger Tomas Tatar (lower body) will return to the lineup for Thursday's battle with Toronto. The Slovakian winger has missed the past five games. He will join Phillip Danault and Cole Caufield on the first line. Tatar boasts 10 goals and 30 points in 46 games for the season with 77 shots and […]

Triston McKenzie Earns First Win

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Triston McKenzie went five innings allowing no runs, two hits, and four walks while striking out five to earn his first win Thursday against the Kansas City Royals. It was a solid start from McKenzie, but the walks still chased him early and he has yet to make it beyond five […]

Pavel Buchnevich Gets Suspended For Thursday's Action

New York Rangers winger Pavel Buchnevich won't be in the lineup for Thursday's visit to Boston after the 26-year-old was suspended for one game. He picked up the punishment for high-sticking Washington's Anthony Mantha in Wednesday's ill-tempered 4-2 loss. Buchnevich will be a huge miss for the Blueshirts, as he's among the team's best goal-scorers […]

Giancarlo Stanton Goes Yard For Second Straight Game

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in Thursday's loss to the Astros. Not only did Stanton extend his hitting streak to 12 games, but he also continued to absolutely punish the baseball in each of his two batted balls Thursday. Both of his batted […]

Jeremy Swayman In Bruins Net Versus Rangers

Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman will be the team's starter for Thursday's clash with the Rangers. The youngster will make his nine career start. In his previous appearances, Swayman has posted a 6-2-0 record with a 1.62 goals-against average, a 942 save percentage and one shutout. The Anchorage, Alaska native has been very impressive so […]

Brett Connolly Returns To Blackhawks Lineup Thursday Night

Chicago Blackhawks winger Brett Connolly will be back on the ice on Thursday against Carolina after sitting out one night as a healthy scratch. Dylan Strome will make way. In defense, Alec Regula takes over from Ian Mitchell to make his NHL debut. Connolly posted an assist in his last appearance, but he hasn't done […]

Byron Buxton Day-To-Day With Hip Strain

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hip) is day-to-day with a hip strain, according to Dan Hayes of MLB.com. Buxton was replaced on defense in the top of the 10th inning after he was seen pulling up short on ground outs in his last two at-bats. Managers should remain cautiously optimistic that this will be a […]

JT Brubaker Strikes Out Seven In No Decision Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher JT Brubaker struck out seven batters in five innings of work, but did not factor into the decision in Wednesday's 4-2 loss. It was his second straight start with seven strikeouts, as he now has a streak of five straight appearances in which he has pitched five or more innings while […]

Petr Mrazek Faces Blackhawks On Thursday

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Petr Mrazek will record his 11th start of the season in Thursday's home game against Chicago. It's his second start of the week in the matchup, after a 27-save performance in Tuesday's 6-3 victory. The Hurricanes are heavy favorites for the contest again, and Mrazek will start the night with a 6-1-2 […]

Joakim Soria Allows Two Runs In First Game Back From IL

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Joakim Soria allowed two runs on three hits with one strikeout in one inning of work in Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Marlins. Making his first appearance since being activated from the injured list, Soria managed to record 13 strikes on 19 pitches, but his fastball velocity was down about two […]

Chad Green Charged With Third Loss

New York Yankees relief pitcher Chad Green was saddled with his third loss of the season in Thursday's defeat at the hands of the Astros. Green entered the game in the eighth inning with a one-run lead and didn't have his best stuff, surrendering a walk, an infield single, and a three-run homer to Jose […]

Gerrit Cole Records Quality Start In No-Decision

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole earned his sixth straight quality start in a no-decision on Thursday. Cole pitched seven innings of two-run ball against his former team, the Astros, allowing five hits while striking out four batters compared to no walks. The Yankees' ace didn't have his sharpest stuff- he missed just eight […]

Gio Urshela Getting MRI On Knee After Early Exit

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (knee) is undergoing an MRI on his knee after leaving Thursday's game early, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. Urshela was replaced on defense in the middle of the eighth inning following Jose Altuve's two-run home run, as manager Aaron Boone described Urshela as "stable" when they put […]

Byron Buxton Exits Early On Thursday Afternoon

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton was replaced on defense in the 10th inning of Thursday's game after he was seen pulling up short while trying to beat out an infield single, according to Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic. MLB.com's Do-Hyoung Park adds that Buxton was seen slowing up while running to first on a ground […]

Jean Segura Likely To Be Activated Friday

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jean Segura (quad) will likely be activated prior to Friday's game, according to Matt Breen of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Segura has been out since April 21 with a quad strain that he suffered while running to first on a groundout. He is slashing .333/.359/.450 in 17 games to start the year, while […]

Jordan Binnington Solid In Net On Wednesday

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington stopped 33 of 35 shots against, but it wasn't enough as his team fell 3-2 in a shootout to the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night. The 27-year-old entered the contest having captured victories in four of his past five starts, but he wasn't able to receive enough offensive support […]

Yadier Molina Cleared For Some Baseball Activity

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (foot) has been cleared to begin some baseball activities, according to Cardinals president John Mozeliak. Molina landed on the injured list on April 27 with what the team described as a foot strain in his right foot. Depending on how he progresses through his rehab, Molina could return sometime […]

Jazz Chisholm Resumes Baseball Activities

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm (hamstring) has resumed baseball activities. Chisholm was able to run in the outfield, take some groundballs, and do some batting practice. It was the first reported activity from Jazz since he was first placed on the injured list on April 28. Chisholm likely won't be ready to go right […]

David Phelps Placed On Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays placed right-hander David Phelps (lat) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with a right lat strain. Phelps had to leave after feeling pain while warming up after entering to pitch the eighth inning in the win on Wednesday over the Oakland Athletics. In a corresponding move, the team activated starting […]

George Springer Likely Out Longer Than 10 Days

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (quadriceps) isn't expected to be ready to return to the lineup when his latest stint on the 10-day injured list ends on May 13, according to general manager Ross Atkins. Springer aggravated his strained right quadriceps and had been out of the lineup for two days before undergoing an […]

Gleyber Torres - Fantasy Baseball Daily Dive

The idea of this article is to discuss in depth a specific player’s current profile and production. We will dive into why he is succeeding or struggling and discuss if there are reasons for concern or brighter days ahead. The intention here is to figure out what is going on and if there is a […]

Buster Posey Could Return To Lineup Friday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (hamstring) could return to the lineup on Friday after exiting Wednesday's game early with hamstring tightness, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Posey was replaced defensively in the seventh inning with what was later announced as right hamstring tightness, but manager Gabe Kapler said he believes […]

Juan Soto Remains Out Of Lineup Thursday Afternoon

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto is out of the lineup again on Thursday against the Braves. Since returning from a stint on the injured list with a shoulder strain, Soto has only one pinch-hit at-bat since Tuesday. It appears that the team doesn't feel Soto is quite ready to return to full action yet, so […]

Freddie Freeman Gets Day Off Thursday

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Nationals. It appears to be a day off for Freeman, who is slashing .202/.336/.422 with seven home runs, 18 RBI and 16 runs scored in 30 games. Austin Riley will slide across the diamond and start at first, […]

NASCAR Truck Series: DraftKings DFS Lineup Picks for Darlington LiftKits4Less.com 200 (5/7/21)

The NASCAR Camping World Truck Series is set for some Friday action this week at Darlington Raceway! The Trucks continue to be dominated by Toyotas, as all seven races have been won by one. Kyle Busch Motorsports drivers have won five races in a row. But things could be different this week, as we've got […]

Titans Sign Brian Hill

The Tennessee Titans agreed to terms on undisclosed deals with running back Brian Hill, linebacker Justin March-Lillard and defensive back Greg Maybin on Thursday. The team also released cornerback Kareem Orr. Hill will compete with Darrynton Evans for the No. 2 role behind workhorse Derrick Henry in 2021. The 25-year-old carried the ball 100 times […]

Hunter Greene Brings The Heat In Double-A Win

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene, the team's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, threw 37 of his 71 total pitches over 100 mph in his first start for Double-A Chattanooga on Tuesday. The second overall pick of the 2017 draft topped out at 102 mph in the outing. Greene gave up one run and three […]

Albert Pujols Being Released By Angels

Future Hall of Fame first baseman Albert Pujols is being released by the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday, according to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. Pujols is in the last year of his massive 10-year, $253 million contract. The 41-year-old Pujols has struggled at the plate so far this season. Over 24 games, he's slashed .198/.250/.372 with five […]

Nolan Arenado Showing Improvements From 2020 Season

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado was a disappointment for fantasy managers in 2020. Over 48 games, he slashed .253/.303/.434 with eight home runs, nine doubles, 26 RBI and 23 runs. So far through 2021, he appears to be on the verge of a bounce-back, albeit still not quite a bounce-back to prime Arenado […]

Kike Hernandez Leaves Thursday's Game With Leg Injury

Boston Red Sox outfielder Kike Hernandez (leg) injured his leg while sliding into second base for a double to lead off Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers. He initially stayed in the game, but after he reached third base, he was removed from the game and Franchy Cordero entered as a pinch-runner. Hernandez is off […]