Lance Lynn Picks Up Fourth Victory

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn picked up his fourth victory of the season against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Lynn only went five innings, but allowed just two hits, one run (zero earned), three walks and struck out nine. The veteran has been off to a magnificent start this season and is now […]

Zach Eflin Labors Through Six Innings Versus Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin allowed five runs in six innings while taking the loss Thursday afternoon in Washington. Eflin was blitzed in the first inning allowing two separate two-run homers before some fans were settled into their seats. The right-hander settled down after that, lasting five more innings with nine strikeouts, but the […]

Caris LeVert Will Not Play In Thursday’s Contest

Indiana Pacers shooting guard Caris Levert (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Milwaukee due to a right knee bruise. LeVert has been logging yeoman's work for the Pacers, particularly over their past four contests, which have seen him average 27.5 points and 8.8 assists across 39.7 minutes per outing. His absence will […]

Chiefs Trade For Mike Hughes

The Kansas City Chiefs acquired cornerback Mike Hughes and a 2022 seventh-round pick from the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday in exchange for a 2022 sixth-round pick, according to a source. Minnesota declined their fifth-year option on the former first-round pick a week ago after the 24-year-old has dealt with serious injuries throughout his time with […]

Daniel Lynch Lasts Just 2 2/3 Innings On Thursday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Daniel Lynch was hit hard by the Detroit Tigers in his third start of the year on Thursday. Lynch gave up seven hits and four runs (three earned) over 2 2/3 innings before being pulled. He recorded four strikeouts and didn't walk anyone. Lynch now has an ugly 15.75 ERA […]

Aaron Hicks Out Of Lineup Due To Wrist Soreness

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (wrist) is not in Thursday's lineup due to a sore left wrist. The Yankees sent Hicks for an MRI, so hopefully, it isn't anything too serious. Stay tuned for updates on the status of the veteran outfielder. Brett Gardner will start in center field in place of Hicks and […]

Colts Sign Eddy Pineiro

The Indianapolis Colts are signing free-agent kicker Eddy Pineiro to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Pineiro made 82.1 percent of his 28 field-goal attempts in 2019 with the Chicago Bears in his first NFL season, but he suffered an injury last season and never attempted a kick. The […]

Gregory Soto Fails To Close Out Thursday's Game

Detroit Tigers closer Gregory Soto was called upon to record the save in Thursday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals. However, he was unable to get the job done, allowing two hits, a walk and two earned runs while recording just one out. He was pulled from the game and Michael Fulmer took over […]

Counter Strike: Global Offensive DFS Picks (5/14/21) - DraftKings Daily Fantasy Sports

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to another edition of my Counter Strike: Global Offensive DFS picks.  I have been focusing on the NHL and a little bit of MLB but as we get closer to the summer months, we could see some really good CSGO tournaments pop up which means great DFS tournaments to play! As always, […]

Luke Voit Gets The Day Off Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit is getting a breather on Thursday and is not in the lineup for the series finale against the Rays. Voit played each of the first two games of the series- his first two contests back from injury- going 0-for-6 with a walk and two strikeouts. Mike Ford will […]

Michael Fulmer Records Second Save On Thursday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Michael Fulmer closed out the team's 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday to earn his second save of the year. The team's primary closer Gregory Soto initially came in to close things out in the ninth but couldn't get things done. Fulmer took over after Soto allowed two hits, […]

Spencer Turnbull Allows One Run Over 6 1/3 Innings

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Spencer Turnbull helped lead the team to a three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Turnbull pitched 6 1/3 innings and allowed six hits, one walk and one earned run while striking out seven. He earned the win to improve to 2-2 on the year. He has a 3.91 […]

Gleyber Torres Tests Positive For COVID-19

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list. Torres missed Wednesday's game as a precautionary measure, with the Yankees awaiting the results of his testing. It turns out the Yankees' cautious approach was warranted, as the 24-year-old has tested positive for the virus. Torres had the virus last December […]

Furkan Korkmaz Expected To Play Against Heat

Philadelphia 76ers forward Furkan Korkmaz (ankle) is expected to suit up for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. He has missed each of the last four games due to a sprained right ankle. Korkmaz was listed as probable on Wednesday, so it sounds like he is finally ready to return. That means, Isaiah Joe would […]

Clint Capela , Bogdan Bogdanovic Questionable For Thursday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (knee) and guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) are listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Orlando Magic. Capela was able to play 28 minutes on Wednesday, so the team might decide to hold him out of this one. Onyeka Okongwu would likely be asked to start and could have some […]

Danilo Gallinari Listed As Questionable Versus Magic

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Orlando Magic. He has been active for all the Hawks back-to-back sets since returning from injury in April. His absence would mean Onyeka Okongwu, Clint Capela, and Nathan Knight would be asked to fill the void. On paper, Capela has […]

Caris LeVert Could Miss Thursday's Game

Indiana Pacers guard Caris Levert (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He suffered a knee bruise during Tuesday's contest, but he was able to play 40 minutes. The Pacers cannot afford to lose, so it wouldn't be surprising to see LeVert out there. Otherwise, Aaron Holiday (toe) is expected […]

Dre Kirkpatrick Visiting With Patriots

Former Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick is visiting with the New England Patriots on Thursday, according to a source. The former Alabama first-round pick could resurface with head coach Bill Belichick. The 31-year-old was the 17th overall pick of the Bengals in the 2012 NFL draft and spent the first eight years […]

Derrick Rose, Alec Burks Probable For Thursday

New York Knicks guards Derrick Rose (ankle) and Alec Burks (knee) are listed as probable for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Reggie Bullock (ankle) is expected to return for this contest as well. All three players are originally questionable, but it sounds like they will be available for this contest. Somehow, Bullock has […]

Michael Porter Jr. Resting On Thursday

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, so Denver will play it safe with the playoffs starting next week. Shaquille Harrison and Vlatko Cancar will benefit the most without Porter playing on Thursday. Sadly, neither of […]

Monte Morris Won't Play Versus Minnesota

Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This is the first game of a back-to-back set, so it's not surprising to see the Nuggets playing it safe here. Markus Howard stands the gain the most value with Morris unavailable for this contest. He'll be a […]

Yankees Impressed With Jasson Dominguez

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez, the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, is impressing the team as a switch-hitting center fielder with power and speed in extended spring training. The 18-year-old has been compared to Bo Jackson, Mickey Mantle and Mike Trout physically, and he could join Low-Tampa at some point in 2021. "His […]

Albert Pujols Clears Waivers

Los Angeles Angels first baseman/designated hitter Albert Pujols cleared waivers and is officially a free agent after the team designated him for assignment last Thursday. If he had been claimed, his new team would have been on the hook for the rest of his 2021 salary (almost $30 million). The Angels will now be responsible […]

Nick Margevicius Could Be Out For The Year

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Nick Margevicius was moved to the 60-day injured list Wednesday night, and may miss the remainder of the 2021 season with thoracic outlet syndrome. Margevicius was originally in the major league bullpen to start the year, and moved into the starting rotation after James Paxton's injury. Before Margevicius himself was injured, […]

Broncos Waiving DaeSean Hamilton

The Denver Broncos are waiving wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton on Thursday, according to a source. The Broncos have a surplus of depth at the position and had trade talks involving the former fourth-round pick, but they couldn't finalize a deal. There's a strong possibility that Hamilton is claimed off waivers by another team. The 26-year-old […]

LJay Newsome Could Need Tommy John Surgery

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Ljay Newsome (elbow) was moved to the 60-day injured list Wednesday night and could possibly miss the rest of the season with a UCL injury. Newsome is reportedly considering Tommy John surgery. Originally assigned to the alternate site, Newsome was elevated to the major league rotation after a rash of injuries to […]

Andres Munoz Restarts Throwing Program

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Andres Munoz (elbow) has restarted a throwing program. Munoz is recovering from Tommy John surgery and has not pitched in a game since Sept. 15 of the 2019 season. It is expected that the flame-throwing right-hander won't appear in the majors before August or September, at the earliest, as Seattle wants to […]

Gleyber Torres Out Again Thursday

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres will miss his second straight game on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays after sitting out on Wednesday out of "an abundance of caution," according to sources. The Yankees have had seven cases of COVID-19 among their coaching and support staff, and the Yankees are waiting for the league […]

Logan Gilbert Expected To Throw 80-85 Pitches Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert will be making his major league debut Thursday night against Cleveland, and he's expected to throw between 80 and 85 pitches. Gilbert is coming to the major leagues a little earlier than originally planned and is not fully stretched out, but he gets a very advantageous matchup against a […]

Ravens Sign Lamar Jackson's High School Teammate

The Baltimore Ravens signed wide receiver Donte Sylencieux, one of nine undrafted rookies signed by the team on Thursday. Sylencieux was quarterback Lamar Jackson's favorite target when the two played together at Boynton Beach Community High School in Florida. Sylencieux caught 10 touchdowns in two seasons with Jackson. He caught 59 passes in three seasons […]