Malcolm Subban Makes Second Consecutive Start

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Malcolm Subban will earn a second consecutive start in Friday's clash with Nashville. He pulled out a 5-4 overtime victory in Wednesday's meeting with the Predators thanks to a spectacular third-period comeback by the team. It wasn't a great performance from Subban, but he is carrying some momentum right now having notched […]

Kyle Freeland To Throw Bullpen Session Saturday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland (shoulder) has begun throwing off a slope and will toss a bullpen session on Saturday, according to Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post. Freeland has been out with a shoulder strain since Spring Training, exiting his last appearance after spiking a pitch in the infield grass. Before the injury, […]

Luguentz Dort Cleared To Suit Up Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Luguentz Dort (hip) has been given the green light to take the floor for Friday's contest against Washington. Dort had missed each of the team's two previous outings due to the ailment, but he will rejoin the starting lineup for a fortuitous matchup against the pace-friendly Wizards. Without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander […]

Alex Lyon Earns Second Start Of The Season

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Alex Lyon will make his second start of the year on Friday as the team finishes a back-to-back set against the Rangers. Brian Elliott was at work in Thursday's 3-2 victory and Carter Hart (knee) is currently unavailable, which gives Lyon a chance to impress. He's not had a great time this […]

Miguel Cabrera To Be Activated From IL This Weekend

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (biceps) is expected to be activated from the injured list sometime this weekend, according to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Manager AJ Hinch said he was happy with the results from Cabrera's batting practice session on Friday, and expects him to return either Saturday or Sunday. Cabrera […]

Gio Urshela Returns To Lineup

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (back) is in the lineup for Friday's game against the Indians. Urshela sat out Thursday's game with lower back tightness, though it was never believed to be anything more serious than a day-to-day issue. He'll bat fifth against Indians' lefty Logan Allen. Urshela is batting .276 with a […]

Alexandar Georgiev Makes 16th Start On Friday

New York Rangers goaltender Alexandar Georgiev will record his 16th start of the campaign in Friday's home game against Philadelphia. The 24-year-old had an issue with his knee in his last appearance on Sunday against New Jersey, exiting the contest near the end of the first period, but he came back in the second to […]

Chris Archer Still A Couple Weeks Away From Return

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (forearm) is playing catch, but is still likely a couple weeks away from returning to the rotation, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Archer was placed on the injured list almost two weeks ago with forearm tightness, after exiting his last start in the middle […]

Diego Castillo Not Available Friday Night

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Diego Castillo (COVID-19 vaccine) will be unavailable for Friday night's game as he deals with side effects from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Manager Kevin Cash said that he hopes Castillo is only out for Friday's game, and the team is closely […]

Kevan Miller Replaces Connor Clifton On Friday

Boston Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller will be back in action on Friday versus the Sabres, replacing Connor Clifton in the lineup. The 33-year-old missed five games with a foot infection. Miller will skate on the second defensive pairing with Mike Reilly, who's made a productive start in Boston with four points in six games. The […]

Kent Bazemore Enters Health And Safety Protocols

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Kent Bazemore (health and safety protocols) will be out for the next 10-14 days after entering the league's protocols. Bazemore was starting with Kelly Oubre Jr. moved to the bench and was coming off an incredible six-steal game. However, he will now join teammate Damion Lee (health and safety protocols) on […]

Adam Engel Progressing Towards Return In Early May

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel (hamstring) still does not have a set timetable, but appears on track for a return to the lineup in early May, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin. Manager Tony La Russa said that he doubts Engel will be back in time for any games in April, but he's making progress […]

Tuukka Rask Looks For Fourth Straight Victory Friday Night

Boston Bruins goaltender Tuukka Rask will go after his fourth straight victory in Friday's meeting with Buffalo. It will be his second game of the week against the Sabres after the veteran netminder posted his first shutout of the season in Tuesday's 2-0 victory. Rask carries an 11-4-2 record with a 2.22 goals-against average and […]

Evan Fournier Will Play Friday With Restrictions

Boston Celtics guard/forward Evan Fournier (health and safety protocols) will play Friday against the Brooklyn Nets. Fournier is coming off a lengthy absence due to the health and safety protocols and will be seeing a minutes restriction his first game back. Fournier's return may take some minutes away from Semi Ojeleye eventually, but should carve […]

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Makes NHL Debut On Friday

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is set for his NHL debut in Friday's matchup against Boston. He will be the fifth Sabres rookie to get his first test of action in the league. Buffalo picked up Luukkonen from the 2017 draft. The 22-year-old has a 7-5-3 record in the AHL this season, and he also […]

Joel Embiid And Furkan Korkmaz Questionable Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (shoulder) and guard/forward Furkan Korkmaz (ankle) are both questionable to play Saturday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Embiid is being listed with a shoulder injury which is better news considering it is not his knee, however his availability remains in jeopardy. Korkmaz missed Thursday's game due to the ankle sprain and […]

Tyler Herro Playing Friday Against Hawks

Miami Heat guard/forward Tyler Herro (foot) will play Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. Herro was in a mini-slump before going off for 22 points on Wednesday while dealing with a sore foot. Herro should be busy on Friday against the Trae Young-less Hawks, but the Heat have a Friday-Saturday back-to-back so keep a close eye […]

Ben Simmons Will Sit Out Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons (illness) will remain out Saturday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Simmons will miss his fourth straight game with the illness and we have not seen any updates on when he should return. The Sixers have switched up their starting lineup each game without Simmons so it's anyone's bet on who […]

Clint Capela Has Officially Been Ruled Out

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (back) will not play Friday against the Miami Heat. Capela was questionable after having a hard fall on his back on Wednesday. The injury tightened up during their travel to Miami and ultimately caused him to be ruled out. The Hawks have a back-to-back set starting Sunday, but it's too […]

Danilo Gallinari Is Questionable Against Miami

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) is questionable to play Friday against the Miami Heat. Gallinari has sat out the past week, but may make a return after dealing with foot soreness. If that's the case, Kevin Huerter and Solomon Hill should see reduced minutes. Regardless, Gallinari has had foot issues all season so the […]

Clint Capela Questionable Against Miami

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (back) is listed as questionable Friday against the Miami Heat. The league-leader in rebounds, Capela has dealt with a plethora of injuries this season and now has a back contusion. If Capela is unable to go, Onyeka Okongwu would likely get a spot start and go toe-to-toe with Bam Adebayo. […]

Kevin Durant Will Continue To Sit Friday

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (thigh) has been ruled out Friday against the Boston Celtics. Durant is dealing with a thigh contusion and there was some hope Durant would play after receiving a questionable tag. However, Durant's status was confirmed a few hours before tip-off so he seems to be closer to a doubtful tag. […]

Nico Hoerner Drives In Three Runs

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner went 3-for-4 with a walk, double and one RBI in Friday's victory versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Hoerner was called up on Tuesday and the prospect is expected to see a good amount of playing time at second base. He also played left field for the first time with the […]

Giancarlo Stanton, Gary Sanchez In Friday's Lineup

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton and catcher Gary Sanchez are back in the lineup for Friday's game against the Indians. Both Stanton and Sanchez were given the day off Thursday, though the two sluggers will be back in action against Indians' left-hander Logan Allen. Stanton will bat second for the fourth time this […]

Jake Marisnick Drives In Five Runs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jake Marisnick went 2-for-4 with a hit by pitch, three runs scored, five RBI and a solo home run on Friday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. The five RBI were a career best for the outfielder. Marisnick drew his third straight start with Joc Pederson (wrist) being placed on the 10-day injured list […]

Willson Contreras Continues Hot Start To 2021

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras went 1-for-4 with a walk, home run and three RBI in Friday's victory versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Contreras was bumped to the top spot in the order on Friday with outfielder Ian Happ getting the day off. The Cubs were up 15-2 and Contreras was able to get some rest […]

Javier Baez Hits Sixth Home Run

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez remained hot on Friday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Baez went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a solo home run. Baez has been heavily criticized for striking out 35 times this season and only drawing one walk, but it's hard to complain with the power numbers he is putting up […]

Anthony Rizzo Stays Hot With Two More Hits

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo stayed hot by going 2-for-4 with two runs scored, two RBI and a solo home run in Friday's victory versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Rizzo has been heating up and is 9-for-24 with three home runs and five RBI over his last seven games. Rizzo is now hitting .246 with […]

Kyle Hendricks Earns First Victory Of 2021

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks picked up his first victory of the season on Friday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Hendricks cruised through the first five innings, but gave up back-to-back solo home runs to second baseman Kolton Wong and outfielder Billy McKinney. Hendricks was still able to pick up the quality start and finished […]

Mike Trout Scratched From Friday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) was scratched from the lineup Friday. Trout was originally slated to start in center field and bat third- though the team will instead opt to give him the day off. The superstar outfielder was removed from Thursday's game after being hit by a pitch on his elbow and […]