Matt Olson Collects Three Hits In Return To Lineup

Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson went 3-for-5 with a home run and two runs scored in a win over the Orioles on Sunday. Olson (eye) missed two games after fouling a ball into his face during batting practice last week. The layoff didn't slow down Olson, who has been one of the hottest hitters […]

Ian Kennedy Nails Down Seventh Save

Texas Rangers pitcher Ian Kennedy recorded his seventh save of the season during the club's 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. The veteran reliever needed just five pitches — all strikes — to send Marwin Gonzalez, Hunter Renfroe, and Franchy Cordero packing. He has been a revelation for the Rangers in 2021 […]

William Contreras Has Immediate Impact For Braves

Atlanta Braves catcher William Contreras was promoted to the majors last night after an injury to first-string catcher Travis d'Arnaud. The rookie immediately made his presence felt on Sunday with a single and a walk during four plate appearances in the club's 7-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. Contreras first appeared at the MLB […]

Austin Riley Stays Hot, Hammers Four Hits

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley committed an error in the field but he was perfect at the plate with four hits in as many at-bats during the club's 7-2 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. The young hitter doled out four singles and scored a run. Riley pushed his batting average up […]

Dennis Smith Jr. Out Against Magic

Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Smith Jr. (knee) is out once again on Monday night. The 23-year-old has missed his previous 11 contests due to left knee soreness, and with the 2021 campaign coming to an end, we may have seen the last of him this season. Cory Joseph (ankle) is also out against Orlando, so […]

Ian Anderson Stumbles Versus Blue Jays

Atlanta Braves pitcher Ian Anderson was unable to help the team avoid the series sweep when he allowed four runs over four innings of work during the club's 7-2 loss to the Blue Jays on Sunday. The rookie right-hander's command wasn't sharp and he allowed six hits but he walked just two batters, kept the […]

Mason Plumlee To Rest On Monday

Detroit Pistons center Mason Plumlee (rest) will not play on Monday night against Orlando. The veteran has missed the team's previous two games for the same reason, and with the Pistons looking toward at next year, Isaiah Stewart could remain the starter during the final eight games. Stewart had a decent outing against the Hornets […]

Jerami Grant Out Again On Monday Night

Detroit Pistons forward Jerami Grant (knee) will sit out on Monday night against Orlando. The veteran has missed the previous two games due to soreness in his right knee, and with the team looking toward next season, he likely won't be rushed back into action. With the Pistons also down Dennis Smith Jr. (knee), Mason […]

Goga Bitadze Questionable Again

Indiana Pacers center Goga Bitadze (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against the Wizards. The big man suffered a sprained left ankle a few weeks ago and has been riding this same designation for quite some time. With the team down Jakarr Sampson (concussion) and Myles Turner (toe), Bitadze has a chance to […]

Jakarr Sampson Out Against Washington

Indiana Pacers forward Jakarr Sampson (concussion) will not play on Monday evening against Washington. The journeyman was placed in concussion protocol, and after having not played against OKC on Saturday, he will now miss another one in a favorable matchup against the Wizards. Luckily, Domantas Sabonis (back) returned against the Thunder, so even if Sampson […]

Malcolm Brogdon Questionable For Monday Night

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of the matchup against the Pacers on Monday night. The 28-year-old wasn't in the lineup on Saturday against OKC and now is in jeopardy of sitting out another one. With the team down a handful of reliable options already, Domantas Sabonis and Caris Levert […]

Dennis Schroder Will Sit Out Against Raptors

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder will not play against Toronto on Sunday night. The veteran will miss time to adhere to the league's safety protocols surrounding COVID-19. Schroder is no stranger to the policy, as he popped up on the list back in February and didn't play in four games as a result. Without […]

Gary Trent Jr. Out Again

Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (leg) will not play against the Lakers on Sunday night. The sophomore has missed the team's previous four contests while dealing with a bruise on his left leg. With Fred VanVleet (hip) also out, Rodney Hood may start, although he should be classified as a dart throw with upside […]

Fred VanVleet Out On Sunday Night

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (hip) will not play against the Lakers. The 27-year-old will get the night off to rest a nagging left hip flexor strain that forced him to miss time at the beginning of the month. With Gary Trent Jr. (left leg contusion) also out, Rodney Hood could be in line for […]

J.P. Crawford Starting To Heat Up

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford went 1-for-3 Sunday afternoon, extending his modest five-game hit streak. For the last seven days, Crawford is slashing .348/.400/.478, and he had put together back-to-back two-hit games entering Sunday. Crawford's line for the year isn't all too impressive, as he has no home runs, one steal, and carries a .649 […]

Anthony Davis Will Play Against Toronto

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (calf) is listed as available for Sunday's matchup against Toronto. The 28-year-old was riding a probable tag throughout the day, so his availability against the Raptors shouldn't come as a surprise. However, with the Lakers playing the first half of a back-to-back, Davis may end up sitting more if […]

Dylan Moore Steals Sixth Base

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dylan Moore stole yet another base Sunday afternoon, giving him six for the season. He's also been caught once. Moore has had a rough start to 2021, but the speed game has kept his fantasy value somewhat afloat. He also went 1-for-4 with an RBI single in Sunday's contest against the […]

LeBron James Will Play Against Toronto

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will suit up on Sunday evening against the Toronto Raptors. The former MVP returned from an extended absence due to a right ankle sprain on Friday and finished with 16 points, eight boards, seven assists, two steals, and a block. However, James is a risky fantasy option, primarily […]

Rafael Montero Gets Fourth Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Rafael Montero got the save against the Angels Sunday afternoon, pitching a clean ninth inning with one strikeout. It was his fourth save of the year, giving him an equal four completed saves, and four blown saves. Montero is by no means locked into the closer role, as he has been […]

Kendall Graveman Pitches The Eighth

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Kendall Graveman pitched the eighth inning of Seattle's 2-0 win over the Angels Sunday afternoon. He entered to face Mike Trout, Anthony Rendon, and Jared Walsh, the heart of the Angels order, and escaped with a ground out, a single, and a double-play ball. Graveman is clearly the best pitcher in […]

Justus Sheffield Delivers A Quality Start

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Justus Sheffield was excellent Sunday afternoon against the Angels, going six innings without allowing a score. Sheffield worked himself into several jams, but was able to consistently find his way out of them. All told, he gave up just two hits and three walks and struck out four. It was his […]

Lorenzo Cain Will Be Back Against Phillies

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (quadriceps) will be back during the upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Although skipper Craig Counsell didn't specify which of the four games of series it will be, it is still welcome news for the fantasy managers who have been without him since April 13 due to quad strain. However, […]

Christian Yelich To Return Against Philadelphia

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) will return during the team's upcoming series against the Phillies, according to manager Craig Counsell. Although the skipper didn't specify what game that will be, it is still good news as the team has been without Yelich since April 11 due to lower back tightness. The 29-year-old has gotten […]

Devonte' Graham Available Versus Heat

Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte Graham (knee) will be available for Sunday's game against the Miami Heat. He was questionable coming into the game, but it sounds like he felt fine during pregame warmups. Graham is expected to come off the bench with LaMelo Ball moving into the starting five. He should still see enough touches […]

Mike Conley Won't Play Monday

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. This marks the fourth game in a row that Conley has been sidelined. The fact he is being ruled out a full day in advance is not good news for fantasy managers. The Jazz are likely being […]

Hunter Harvey Could Return By The End Of May

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Hunter Harvey (oblique) could return by the end of May. The 26-year-old was placed on the 60-day injured list a few months ago after suffering a "pretty large strain in the oblique." Harvey has played sparingly throughout his career with the O's but still managed to produce a 3.00 ERA and […]

Dejounte Murray, DeMar DeRozan Out On Sunday

San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray (rest, knee) and forward DeMar DeRozan (rest) will be sidelined for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. This shouldn't come as a surprise given it's the front end of a back-to-back set. Lonnie Walker IV, Devin Vassell, and Patty Mills should see significant roles in the offense on Sunday. […]

Jakob Poeltl Sitting Out Versus Sixers

San Antonio Spurs center Jakob Poeltl (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, so the Spurs will rest a handful of their starters. Drew Eubanks played extremely well last time Poeltl was sidelined, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect it to happen […]

Harrison Barnes, Chimezie Metu Ruled Out Sunday

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes (groin) and center Chimezie Metu (back) have been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Barnes has been banged up lately, which has been resulting in more playing time for Metu. The Kings are shorthanded here with both of them sidelined on Sunday. Marvin Bagley III and Delon […]

Anthony Santander Progressing Well

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (ankle) is progressing well and could resume baseball activities soon. The 26-year-old sprained his left ankle a few weeks ago during a game against the Miami Marlins and was subsequently placed on the 10-day injured list. Santander is batting .267 during the 2021 campaign, amassing eight hits and two RBI […]