Tommy La Stella Placed On 10-Day Injured List Tuesday

San Francisco Giants second/third baseman Tommy La Stella (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left hamstring sprain. La Stella exited Sunday's game against the Padres and got an MRI on Monday, after which manager Gabe Kapler said he expected La Stella to go on the IL. The veteran is slashing […]

Jorge Alfaro Doing Running And Catching Drills

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (hamstring) has started doing running and catching drills in his rehab. There hadn't been much news about Alfaro since he was placed on the injured list, so it's good to know his rehab is progressing somewhat. Now that the minor league season is getting underway, the Marlins will likely have […]

Luke Voit Begins Rehab Assignment At Triple-A Scranton

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (knee) will begin his rehab assignment at Triple-A Scranton on Tuesday. Voit has been taking live at-bats at the alternate site but is set to see his first game action since suffering a partially torn meniscus in the spring. The slugger seems set to join the team by […]

Juan Soto, Will Harris Activated From Injured List

The Washington Nationals activated outfielder Juan Soto (shoulder) and relief pitcher Will Harris (hand) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Soto, who had been out since April 20 with a strained left shoulder, is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves. The 22-year-old superstar should be available off the bench […]

Tyler Glasnow Strikes Out Eight In Win Monday Night

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow continued his early season dominance on Monday night, striking out eight batters en route to his fourth win of the year in a 7-3 victory against the Angels. It was his fifth quality start of the season, as he held the Angels to three runs on four hits […]

Sixto Sanchez Ramping Up His Throwing Program

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sixto Sanchez (shoulder) has ramped up his throwing program and is now throwing from flat ground at a distance of 105 feet. Sanchez has been dealing with shoulder inflammation and has not pitched yet this year. Assuming all goes well at this distance, the next step will be for him to […]

Tyler Anderson Strikes Out Five In Quality Start Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Tyler Anderson recorded his second straight quality start on Monday, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out five over 6 2/3 innings in a loss to the Padres. He carried a no-hitter bid into the seventh inning against San Diego, as he lowered his ERA to […]

DK Metcalf To Run In Track And Field Event

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf, one of the fastest players in the NFL, will compete in the USA Track and Field Golden Games and Distance Open this Sunday in Walnut, California. He is listed among the participants in the 100-meter dash. The 6-foot-4, 229-pounder was a standout hurdler and long-jumper in high school, in […]

Darren Fells Visiting With Lions

Free-agent veteran tight end Darren Fells is visiting with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, according to a source. Fells is coming off 11 touchdowns in the last two seasons with the Houston Texans and could return to Detroit, where he played in 2017. The 35-year-old also had 55 receptions on 76 targets for 653 yards […]

Brian Anderson To Be Activated On Tuesday

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (oblique) is expected to be activated from the injured list before Tuesday's game. Anderson suffered an oblique injury a little over a week ago, and while there was some concern he could miss extended time (as there is with most oblique injuries), Anderson was able to return quickly. He's […]

Malik Hooker Visiting With Dolphins

Former Indianapolis Colts first-round safety Malik Hooker is visiting with the Miami Dolphins on Tuesday, according to a source. Hooker has yet to play a full season in the NFL after being selected 15th overall out of Ohio State in 2017. The 25-year-old played in only two games last year before he tore his Achilles […]

NHL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings (5/4): Value Plays, Goalies, Stacks

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 […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Wants To Help Trey Lance

San Francisco 49ers incumbent quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo said he wants to help rookie quarterback Trey Lance with his transition to the NFL after the team took him at No. 3 overall in the first round of last week's draft. Garoppolo entered the league with the New England Patriots and learned behind future Hall of Famer […]

Tuukka Rask Shuts Out Devils On Monday

Boston Bruins goaltender Tuukka Rask picked up his second shutout of the campaign on Monday, blanking the New Jersey Devils 3-0. The 34-year-old wasn't particularly busy in this one but was perfect when called upon - stopping all 20 shots faced in the contest. Rask continues to quietly do his thing in Boston in 2020-2021 […]

Brian Goodwin Agrees With White Sox

The Chicago White Sox agreed to a minor league deal with outfielder Brian Goodwin on Tuesday. The veteran Goodwin was non-tendered by the Cincinnati Reds after last season and latched on with the Pittsburgh Pirates. He hit just .229/.317/.689 with a homer, six RBI and two stolen bases in 41 plate appearances this spring with […]

Michael Houser Wins NHL Debut

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Michael Houser earned his first career NHL victory on Monday night, backstopping his team to a 4-2 win over the visiting New York Islanders. After spending most of the past five seasons playing in the ECHL, Houser impressed in his first game at the world's top level, turning aside 34 of 36 […]

Jake Arrieta, Nico Hoerner Placed On Injured List

The Chicago Cubs placed starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (thumb), infielder Nico Hoerner (forearm) and relief pitcher Dan Winkler (triceps) on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. In corresponding moves, pitchers Kyle Ryan and Keegan Thompson and infielder Ildemaro Vargas were called up from the alternate training site. Arrieta is expected to miss at least the […]

Ravens Sign Alejandro Villanueva

The Baltimore Ravens signed free-agent veteran left tackle Alejandro Villanueva to a two-year, $14 million deal on Tuesday, according to a source. The deal includes $8 million fully guaranteed. The former Pittsburgh Steeler will stay in the AFC North and join Pittsburgh's division rivals. The 6-foot-9, 320-pounder will likely slide in at right tackle in […]

Quinnen Williams To Miss 8-10 Weeks

New York Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams (foot) broke a small bone in his foot and likely will undergo surgery that will keep him out for eight to 10 weeks, according to sources. Williams will miss organized team activities and minicamp, but he should be ready to return for training camp this summer. The 23-year-old […]

Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah Has Heart Issue

Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (heart) fell to pick No. 52 overall in last week's NFL draft because a heart issue came up late in the pre-draft process, according to sources. However, doctors ultimately cleared him. If not for the heart issue, Owusu-Koramoah could've come off the board in the first round. Cleveland traded up […]

Greg Garcia Opts Out

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Greg Garcia opted out of his contract with the team on Monday and was subsequently released. Garcia was with the Detroit Tigers in spring training but was granted his release when he didn't make the big league roster to begin the regular season. The 31-year-old utility bench man has a .245/.354/.339 career […]

Victor Rask Adds Two Points In Minnesota Victory

Minnesota Wild centerman Victor Rask tallied a goal and an assist on Monday. His team was able to knock off Vegas in a tightly contested battle, winning 6-5. Rask has been a critical component for the Wild in 2021, playing center on the team's third line. He has been flexible, moving up and down the […]

Ryan Getzlaf Scores Lone Ducks Goal In Losing Effort

Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Getzlaf notched his fifth goal of the season in Monday's 3-1 loss to St. Louis. It's his first goal and point in eight games. The Ducks captain still has a bit left in his tank, but he'll be 36 next week and his numbers have suffered a big drop in the […]

Justin Faulk Delivers Two Assists Monday Night

St. Louis Blues defenseman Justin Faulk helped set up two goals in Monday's 3-1 win against the Ducks. He tallied a power-play assist on Brayden Schenn's 14th goal of the season and helped Ryan O'Reilly get his 23rd marker of the campaign. Robert Bortuzzo also scored for St. Louis. Faulk hasn't done much this season, […]

Connor McDavid Continues To Produce Points For Edmonton

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is collecting points at a rapid pace. McDavid notched four points to help the Oilers clinch a playoff spot in a 5-3 win over Vancouver. Through 50 Oilers contests, McDavid has recorded 31 goals and 60 assists. He leads the NHL in points with 91 while his teammate Leon Draisaitl […]

Auston Matthews Keeps Closing In On 40 Goals

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews scored another goal in Monday's 3-2 overtime loss to Montreal, which leaves him just one shy of posting a second consecutive 40-goal year. He has scored in four consecutive outings and boasts 39 goals for the year despite skating in just 48 games. Matthews has added 21 assists to […]

Nick Suzuki Continues Hot Streak With Three Assists

Montreal Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki remained red-hot on Monday, finishing a 3-2 overtime victory against Toronto with three assists. Jeff Petry also registered three helpers, while Cole Caufield became the third player in NHL history to score his first two career goals in overtime. Suzuki started a six-game point streak on April 24, which includes […]

NBA DFS Cheat Sheet & Expert Lineups for 5/4 (Premium Content)

  NBA DFS Premium Cheat Sheet for 5/4 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard   CORE PLAYS MARKED IN GREEN ABOVE   Best of the Rest PG - Terry Rozier (FD), Rajon Rondo SG - Hamidou Diallo, Jevon Carter (if Cameron Payne out) SF - Kevin Durant (DK), Khris Middleton, […]

Michael Porter Jr. Keeps Up Strong Play

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. kept rolling in Monday's loss to the Lakers. Porter scored 19 points on 8-for-15 shooting from the field, chipping in six rebounds, two triples, and a steal. The 22-year-old has stepped up as the second scoring option for Denver with Jamal Murray, as he's scored 20-plus points in nine […]

Anze Kopitar Approaches Career Milestone

Los Angeles Kings veteran centerman Anze Kopitar is one point away from reaching 1000 regular-season points in his career. On Monday, he was responsible for a goal and an assist as Los Angeles defeated Arizona 3-2. Both of Kopitar's points came in the third period to help the Kings clinch the win. Kopitar has been […]