Ilya Samsonov In Net For Season Opener

Washington Capitals goaltender Ilya Samsonov will start Thursday's game against the Buffalo Sabres. The 23-year-old is the future of the Capitals crease, and will probably see even more work after Henrik Lundqvist (heart) opted out of the season. Samsonov posted a 16-6-2 record last year to go along with a .913 save percentage. He is […]

DeMar DeRozan Available On Thursday

San Antonio Spurs forward DeMar DeRozan (personal) is available for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets. DeRozan had missed each of the last two games due to personal reasons. He is expected to see his normal workload in this game. Trey Lyles and Lonnie Walker IV will see their fantasy value take a significant hit […]

Daniel Theis Listed As Questionable For Friday

Boston Celtics center Daniel Theis is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks due to COVID-19. Theis has been able to hold decent fantasy value with Tristan Thompson sidelined. However, Thompson is back in the rotation, so that means Theis will see his value take a significant hit. Tacko Fall will be the […]

Colts GM Thinks Philip Rivers Can Still Play

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard thinks that impending free-agent quarterback Philip Rivers can still play in the NFL, but the team must decide if bringing the 39-year-old back for another season is the right course for the franchise. If Rivers does decide to come back for another year, he only wants to play for […]

Kemba Walker Practices Thursday

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) was a full participant for Thursday's practice, according to head coach Brad Stevens. "He's put in a ton of work. He went full-go today for an hour with us," said Stevens. Walker will not play in Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks, but at least he's finally trending in […]

Eric Gordon Listed As Out For Thursday

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (leg) is listed as out for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The team was hopeful that Gordon would be able to get out there for this one, but sadly he'll remain sidelined. The James Harden trade has made Houston even more shorthanded for this game. Ben McLemore and […]

Brad Marchand A Game-Time Decision Thursday Night

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand is a game-time decision for Thursday's tilt against the New Jersey Devils. The consensus is that Marchand will suit up, but it is a situation to monitor before puck drop. Fantasy managers are hoping the 32-year-old is ready, as he remains one of the game's top scorers. Even with […]

Goga Bitadze Doubtful Against Blazers

Indiana Pacers center Goga Bitadze (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. During the preseason, he suffered a Grade 2 sprain of his right ankle. Bitadze has not played in a game this season, but the fact he is doubtful is better than nothing. However, it's unlikely he gets […]

Otto Porter Might Be Available On Friday

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (back) is hopefully going to be ready for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to head coach Billy Donovan. He played just six minutes during last Friday's game before exiting with back spasms. Porter has not been able to suit up since then, but it sounds like the […]

Tomas Satoransky Remains Sidelined From Practice

Chicago Bulls guard Tomas Satoransky has still yet to return to practice due to COVID-19, which means it's highly unlikely that he plays on Friday. Satoransky and Chandler Hutchison are the only two Bulls who have yet to be cleared to practice. Denzel Valentine and Garrett Temple will continue seeing more playing time until Satoransky and […]

Joonas Korpisalo Facing Predators On Thursday

Columbus Blue Jackets netminder Joonas Korpisalo will guard the crease on Thursday night against the Nashville Predators. Korpisalo was spectacular throughout the playoff bubble for the Jackets, compiling a 1.90 goals-against average and .941 save percentage across nine starts. He will face a Predators squad that ranked 16th in goals per game last year and […]

Reggie Bullock Could Miss Friday's Game

New York Knicks guard Reggie Bullock (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks have been struggling on offense with Bullock and Alec Burks (ankle) sidelined. RJ Barrett and Austin Rivers have been forced into more playing time lately. Rivers is the better fantasy option between the two. Bullock […]

Alec Burks Doubtful For Friday

New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has been sidelined since late December and it sounds like he'll miss at least one more game. RJ Barrett and Austin Rivers will benefit the most, assuming Burks remains sidelined. Rivers is a little bit more […]

Petr Mrazek Starting Thursday Against Detroit

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Petr Mrazek will start the team's opener against the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night. The 28-year-old compiled a 21-16-2 record last season to go along with a 2.69 goals-against average. Mrazek is a viable season-long fantasy goaltender, but especially enticing in DFS contests on Thursday. The Red Wings had the worst […]

John Wolford Ruled Out, Jared Goff To Start Saturday

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has ruled quarterback John Wolford (neck) out for the Divisional Round game against the Packers on Saturday. Wolford hasn't practiced this week after suffering a stinger in the wild-card game against the Seahawks and having to be taken to the hospital. Jared Goff (thumb) will make the start […]

Brock Boeser Tallies Two Goals On Wednesday

Vancouver Canucks right wing Brock Boeser potted two goals in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers. His line was flying all night, with Bo Horvat also recording two points and Nils Hoglander scoring his first career goal. Boeser put up 45 points in 57 games last season, before a rib injury sidelined him for […]

Steven Stamkos Dominates With Three-Point Outing

Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Steven Stamkos scored a power-play goal and added two assists during Wednesday's 5-1 thrashing of the Chicago Blackhawks. The two-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner is back to full health and looks ready to return to his All-Star form. He forms a potent duo alongside Brayden Point on the team's top […]

Kaz Grala To Attempt Daytona 500

Kaz Grala intends to run the 2021 Daytona 500 for Kaulig Racing, in what would be Grala's second Cup Series start following a seventh-place finish at the Daytona road course last season. Kaulig is a top Xfinity team and has been looking to make a foray into the Cup Series after running one Cup race […]

William Nylander Picks Up Three Points In Season Opener

Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander scored two goals and added an assist during Wednesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Montreal Canadiens. The 24-year-old showed great chemistry with John Tavares, who also had three points in the game. Nylander has had his doubters in the past, but there is no question he is a […]

Josh Anderson Scores Twice In Canadiens Debut

Montreal Canadiens right wing Josh Anderson scored two goals in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. He added seven shots, three hits, and two penalty minutes in 17:17 of ice time. Anderson only suited up for 26 games last season, but he had shown his effectiveness as a power forward in the […]

Tristan Jarry Shelled For Six Goals In Season Opener

Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry gave up six goals on 25 shots during Wednesday's loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. It was not the ideal start to the year for the 25-year-old, who is expected to be the team's No. 1 goalie with Matt Murray now in Ottawa. Jarry's long-term prospects are still safe, but Casey […]

NHL DFS Power Play for FanDuel, DraftKings, SuperDraft: DFS Value Plays, Goalies Matrix, Stacks (1/14)

Welcome, RotoBallers. Hockey season is back and I am thrilled to be covering this sport over at RotoBaller! As always, I will do my best to give you the stats and info you need to build the best lineups possible for your GPP and cash game NHL contests on DraftKings and FanDuel. If you are […]

Joel Farabee Leads Flyers To Opening Day Win

Philadelphia Flyers left wing Joel Farabee had a goal, three assists, and four shots on goal during Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. It was a phenomenal start to the season for the 20-year-old winger, who was playing on a line with Claude Giroux and Kevin Hayes. The 14th overall pick from the 2018 […]

Jaylon Smith To Undergo Wrist Surgery

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith (wrist) will undergo left wrist surgery on Thursday, according to multiple sources. Smith led the team with 154 tackles and didn't miss a single game in 2020, but he was on the injury report in Week 16 with a wrist injury. He should be ready for the beginning of the […]

Lions Add Brad Holmes As New General Manager

The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on a five-year deal on Thursday with Los Angeles Rams director of college scouting Brad Holmes as their new general manager, according to sources. As a result, the Rams become the first NFL team to receive two compensatory third-round draft picks as part of the league's hiring initiatives […]

Steelers Parting Ways With Randy Fichtner

The Pittsburgh Steelers have decided to part ways with offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner, according to a source. Fichtner's contract was due to expire at the start of the new league year, so the club will not renew his deal. He joined the Steelers in 2007, head coach Mike Tomlin's first year with the team. Offensive […]

Falcons Expected To Hire Terry Fontenot As Next GM

The Atlanta Falcons have identified New Orleans Saints vice president/assistant general manager Terry Fontenot as the favorite to be their next general manager, according to sources. The Falcons won't finalize a deal until the Saints are out of the playoffs, but all signs point to Fontenot being their choice. Fontenot has spent 16 years with […]

Jaguars Finalizing Deal With Urban Meyer For Head-Coaching Job

The Jacksonville Jaguars are working toward finalizing a deal with former Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer to be their next head coach on Thursday, and the two sides are in advanced talks, according to league sources. The 56-year-old is poised to come out of retirement and the college football broadcast booth to take his […]

MMA DFS Value Picks - UFC Fight Island 7: Holloway vs. Kattar (Premium Content)

Not that this is of the utmost importance, but the UFC is debuting in ABC to kick 2021 off... and it is doing so flying all the way to Abu Dhabi, in the UAE. Can't ask for much more in terms of the UFC setting a high standard for the year and coming back as […]

Paul George Drills Five Triples For Third Straight Game

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George continues to shoot the three ball better than ever this season. George dropped 27 points with six rebounds, six assists, five triples and a block in 38 minutes. George has made five threes in his last three games, shooting 55 percent or better from deep in each contest. The […]