Jose Abreu Won't Play In Game 2 Of Doubleheader

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (knee/face) is absent from the lineup in Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader versus the Kansas City Royals. Abreu had a scary collision with Hunter Dozier in Game 1 and left in the top of the second inning with a facial contusion and laceration. He also suffered a bruised […]

Connor Hellebuyck Minds The Crease On Friday

Winnipeg Jets netminder Connor Hellebuyck will start against Toronto on Friday. The Commerce, Michigan native is 2-5-0 in his last seven outings. The Jets have to be concerned going into the playoffs with his play as they face off against Connor McDavid and the high-flying Oilers in the first round. Going into Friday's matchup, the […]

Miguel Sano On The Bench Again Friday

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Athletics. Sano has now been out of the lineup for three of the last four games, as he is in the middle of a slump that has seen him produce just three hits in 21 at-bats in May. The […]

Raimel Tapia Scratched From Friday's Game With Thumb Soreness

Colorado Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia has been scratched from Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds with thumb soreness, according to manager Bud Black. The issue isn't expected to be serious so he shouldn't be out for more than a game or two. Garrett Hampson is batting leadoff against Wade Miley while Yonathan Daza is getting […]

Tim Anderson Sitting Out Game 2 Of Doubleheader

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson will rest in Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader. Anderson went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in Game 1. The talented shortstop has been off to a great start to the season and has hit safely in nine straight games. Utility man Danny Mendick will replace Anderson […]

Alex Kirilloff Taking Grounders Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman Alex Kirilloff (wrist) was on the field taking grounders during warmups ahead of Friday's game against the Athletics. Manager Rocco Baldelli also noted that Kirilloff has progressed to taking dry swings. There is still no timetable for the talented prospect's return to action, though it would certainly be a good sign […]

Tucker Poolman Out Of The Lineup For Winnipeg

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Tucker Poolman will not skate Friday against Toronto for undisclosed reasons. He is also questionable for Winnipeg's first playoff game against Edmonton on Wednesday, May 19th. Poolman has recorded just one assist in 39 games for the Jets. The Dubuque, Iowa native logs a decent amount of ice time, averaging 18:18 minutes […]

Mike Moustakas In Lineup On Friday

Cincinnati Reds infielder Mike Moustakas (shoulder) is in the lineup batting third for his team's game against the Colorado Rockies on Friday. Moustakas left Thursday's loss early with a shoulder issue but manager David Bell told reporters after the game that he expected him back on Friday. Bell's expectations came true as Moustakas will be […]

Nick Senzel Not In Lineup Friday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (heel) is not in the lineup for his team's road game against the Colorado Rockies on Friday. Senzel collided with the outfield wall on Thursday and was forced to leave the game early. After the game, he was deemed "day-to-day" by manager David Bell, so it is not a surprise […]

Gio Urshela Absent From Friday's Lineup

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (knee) is not in the lineup for Friday's series opener against the Orioles. Manager Aaron Boone had mentioned after Thursday's game that Urshela was still dealing with some knee soreness- so it's not particularly surprising to see him take a seat on the bench. Miguel Andujar will get […]

Giancarlo Stanton Scratched From Friday's Lineup

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (quad) has been scratched from Friday's lineup due to left quad tightness. Stanton was originally slated to resume his usual role as the number-two hitter in the order, though he was removed from the lineup late. The slugger had appeared in each of the last nine games, so […]

Gleyber Torres Could Return Soon

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres could make his return to action "real soon." Torres tested positive for COVID-19, though he has been asymptomatic, which means he could return sooner than the normal 10-day quarantine period if he tests negative multiple times. That would be good news for both the Yankees and his fantasy managers, […]

Aaron Hicks Has Torn Tendon Sheath In Left Wrist

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (wrist) had an MRI on his left wrist, which revealed a "torn sheath that holds the tendon in place." Hicks is currently taking medication, and the Yankees will know in a few days whether it's resolved or will ultimately require surgery. It's a tough blow for Hicks- who is […]

Reggie Jackson Doubtful To Play Friday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Reggie Jackson (Achilles) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. He has been playing well heading into the postseason, so the Clippers will give him the night off here. The Clippers will rest a handful of their players here against the tanking Rockets. Luke Kennard, Rajon Rondo, […]

Brandon Clarke Won't Suit Up Versus Kings

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke (thigh) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He has been playing really well lately, but the Grizzlies will let him rest for this game. He'll likely be back out there for an important matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. In the meantime, Xavier […]

Monte Morris Removed From Injury Report

Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris has been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He sat out of Thursday's game for rest purposes, but will return here with Aaron Gordon and Facundo Campazzo resting in this one. He should have fairly solid streaming appeal with the Nuggets deciding to […]

Stephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins, Draymond Green Out Friday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and forwards Andrew Wiggins and Draymond Green will be sidelined for Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. None of these players are dealing with injuries, but Golden State wants to play it safe with the playoffs starting next week. This game is basically meaningless for the Warriors, so […]

Lucas Giolito Hurt By Home Run Ball In Fourth Loss

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito suffered his fourth loss of the season in Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader versus the Kansas City Royals. Giolito went six innings and allowed five hits, five runs, three walks and struck out seven on the afternoon. Giolito was hurt by the wind blowing out at a heavy […]

Mike Conley Listed As Probable For Friday

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has missed each of the last nine games, but it sounds like Conley is finally ready to get back on the court. Fantasy managers can expect Conley to have a minutes limit upon his return. […]

Drew Pomeranz Placed On IL Thursday

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Drew Pomeranz (lat) was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to May 10 with lat tightness, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Pomeranz has been off to a good start this season, posting a 1.98 ERA and 35.7 percent strikeout rate with five holds in 14 appearances this season. […]

Bobby McCain Signing With Washington

Former Miami Dolphins safety Bobby McCain is signing an undisclosed one-year deal with the Washington Football Team on Friday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. McCain was a starter and team captain over six seasons with the Dolphins before he was released this offseason, but he should immediately play a key role in Washington's secondary […]

J.D. Davis Could Return Saturday Or Sunday

New York Mets third baseman J.D. Davis (hand), currently on the 10-day injured list, may be activated either Saturday or Sunday, according to manager Luis Rojas. Davis sprained his hand on a swing he took in his final at-bat against the Phillies on May 2. Davis already spent time on the injured list earlier this […]

Brandon Nimmo's Return Could Be Pushed Back

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (finger), currently on the 10-day injured list with a left index finger contusion, felt pain in his final at-bat on Thursday during a rehab assignment with Triple-A affiliate Syracuse. Manager Luis Rojas stated that Nimmo will not start on Friday or Saturday for the Mets' Triple-A affiliate. Nimmo was […]

EPL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel (5/15/21) - English Premier League Soccer

Welcome back, RotoBallers! After Friday's single-game slate, we roll into the weekend with only two games on the main slate that are several hours apart. The early and late games will be split by the FA Cup Final between Chelsea and Leicester. I have another full breakdown for you all. Keep reading this breakdown for […]

Kris Bryant Returns To Lineup On Friday

Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (illness, wrist) has returned to the starting lineup on Friday to face the Detroit Tigers. Bryant left Tuesday's contest early with a sinus issue and was then hit on the wrist when he was pinch hitting on Wednesday. Bryant told manager David Ross that he is good to go […]

Franchy Cordero Sits Against Righty Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero is not in the starting lineup Friday night, despite a matchup against right-hander Griffin Canning and the Los Angeles Angels. Cordero has struggled mightily to start the year, with a .150/.209/.188 slash line, zero homers, and one steal in 80 at-bats. If Cordero isn't even starting against righties, his […]

DaeSean Hamilton Has Torn ACL

Denver Broncos wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton (knee) has suffered a torn ACL away from the team's facilities, according to sources. It was reported on Thursday that the Broncos were waiving Hamilton due to a surplus of depth at the position, but he hasn't officially been waived and the team was in the process of working […]

Jose Abreu Day-To-Day After Scary Collision

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu has been diagnosed with a facial contusion and laceration as well as a bruised left knee after colliding with Kansas City Royals infielder Hunter Dozier in the top of the second inning. Abreu had trouble standing and walking off the field after the collision, but the initial tests […]

Nico Hoerner Activated From 10-Day Injured List

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner (forearm) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday to face the Detroit Tigers. Hoerner has been sidelined since May 4 with a left forearm strain. Hoerner suffered the injury after colliding with teammate Ian Happ. Hoerner was called up on April 22 and has been off to […]

Jared Walsh Is Punishing The Baseball

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jared Walsh will head into the weekend as one of the Angels hottest hitters. The 27-year-old is off to a fantastic start this season, slashing .328/.406/.560 through 125 at-bats with six doubles, seven home runs, 16 runs scored and 29 runs batted in. He is posting a 1.001 OPS in the […]