Kel'el Ware Will Not Play On Monday

Miami Heat forward/center Kel'el Ware (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Washington Wizards. He sustained a right knee sprain in Sunday's overtime loss to the New York Knicks. Kevin Love, Haywood Highsmith, and Kyle Anderson should share Ware's minutes on Monday, with Bam Adebayo likely shifting back to center. Ware's first […]

Tyler Higbee, Rob Havenstein To Return In 2025

Los Angeles Rams veteran tight end Tyler Higbee and veteran right tackle Rob Havenstein will both be back with the team in 2025, according to head coach Sean McVay. There were questions as to whether the Rams would keep either player after coming off recent injuries and heading into the last year of their respective […]

Jordan Clarkson Out For Monday's Matchup With Detroit

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) won't play against the Detroit Pistons due to plantar fasciitis management. Monday's contest will be the third straight game Clarkson will be out of action. Clarkson's next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday against the Wizards, but it is unclear if he will be available. While the 32-year-old is on […]

Andrew Wiggins Misses Third Straight Game

Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Washington Wizards. He will miss a third straight contest after initially carrying a questionable tag. Since his arrival from the Golden State Warriors, Wiggins' shooting has let him down, but he has been productive with averages of 17.8 points, 4.8 […]

Rams Not Completely Shutting The Door On Cooper Kupp

Although the Los Angeles Rams have made it crystal clear that they plan to trade veteran wide receiver Cooper Kupp this offseason, head coach Sean McVay isn't completing slamming the door shut on Kupp's potential return. "You know, I think I would never speak in absolutes. But I do think let's gather all of the […]

Gabriel Landeskog Not Expected To Return During The Regular Season

Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (knee) is not expected to rejoin the lineup before the end of the 2024-25 regular season. On Monday, Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland said there is "a chance" Landeskog could return in the playoffs, but this isn't guaranteed either. Landeskog has not seen any action with the Avalanche since […]

Rams Stay On Year-To-Year Terms With Matthew Stafford

By agreeing to a contract restructure last Friday with quarterback Matthew Stafford, the Los Angeles Rams were able to stay on year-to-year terms with the veteran signal-caller. The adjusted contract will be structured under his existing framework that runs through 2026, according to The Athletic's Jourdan Rodriguez. No new years were added, so both sides […]

Bengals Officially Place Franchise Tag On Tee Higgins

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins announced on Monday that the team placed the franchise tag on him for the second straight year. This was the expectation all along as the Bengals keep Higgins from hitting the open market as they look to lock him into a long-term contract extension before the deadline on July […]

Isaiah Joe Sidelined For Monday's Game

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Houston Rockets due to a back injury. Monday's contest will be the second straight game Joe has been out of action. The 25-year-old has been averaging 9.4 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 20.6 minutes across 54 games this season. […]

Spencer Knight Makes Blackhawks Debut Monday

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight will make his team debut in Monday's matchup against the Los Angeles Kings. Knight joined the Blackhawks just a couple of days ago as part of the deal that sent Seth Jones from Chicago to Florida. The 23-year-old posted a 12-6-1 record with the Panthers this season, along with a […]

Justin Lawrence Claimed Off Waivers By Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed right-hander Justin Lawrence off waivers on Monday from the Colorado Rockies. The 30-year-old reliever finds a new home in the National League after being waived by the Rockies on Saturday. Colorado let him go after a tough 2024 campaign that saw him post a 6.49 ERA (5.63 FIP), a 1.78 WHIP, […]

Nick Foligno Out On Monday

Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno (back) will remain sidelined for Monday's tilt against the Los Angeles Kings. The Blackhawks captain is troubled by a back issue and will sit out a second consecutive game. He is considered day-to-day. Foligno has had a decent campaign on a struggling team, totaling 26 points (12 goals, 14 assists) […]

Alexis Diaz Working His Way Back From Tweaked Hamstring

Cincinnati Reds closer Alexis Diaz (hamstring) tweaked his hamstring a week or so into camp when he slipped during fielding practice, which caused the Reds to "slow-play" him. However, Diaz says that he feels "great" now and expects to make his Cactus League debut this weekend. There's still plenty of time for the 28-year-old right-handed […]

Macklin Celebrini Available Against Maple Leafs

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (lower body) has confirmed he will play in Monday's matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The teenage sensation missed Sunday's practice due to a lower-body injury and was deemed a game-time decision by Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky. Celebrini has nailed down a place on the first line, pacing […]

Wyatt Langford Almost Ready To Return To Spring Games

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (oblique) is getting very close to making his return to Cactus League games after being diagnosed with a mild left-oblique strain on Feb. 21. "He's about ready to go," manager Bruce Bochy said. "Right now he's doing his thing in the cages, doing his thing, letting it go. You'll see […]

Jon Gray Adds Velocity In Second Spring Start

Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray tossed three scoreless innings in a Cactus League game on Sunday in his second spring start against the Arizona Diamondbacks and was working to stay "tall" on the mound, according to the Dallas Morning News' Shawn McFarland. Gray was focused on keeping his right leg straight when he lifted his […]

Fred VanVleet Unavailable Versus Thunder

Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) won't play on Monday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. VanVleet returned on Saturday after sitting out 11 straight games due to a right ankle strain. He played in 35 minutes, but it appears that he had re-injured his ankle. The 31-year-old could potentially be back in action on Tuesday versus […]

Calle Jarnkrok Ready For Season Debut

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Calle Jarnkrok (groin) has been activated from long-term Injured Reserve, which paves the way for him to make his season debut on Monday versus the San Jose Sharks. Jarnkrok has not seen any action in 2024-25 after having groin and sports hernia surgery in November. If he can replicate his form […]

Jacob deGrom To Start In Back End Of The Rotation

The Texas Rangers plan to use right-hander Jacob deGrom at "the back end" of their starting rotation when the 2025 regular season begins later this month, according to manager Bruce Bochy. It means that deGrom, who made only three starts in 2024 after Tommy John surgery, might not pitch in the opening series against the […]

Jake Sanderson Good To Go Monday

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (neck) will play in Monday's matchup against the Washington Capitals. Sanderson left Saturday's game against the San Jose Sharks earlier due to a neck injury. However, he was on the ice Monday morning and will not miss any further time. Sanderson is a huge part of the Senators defense, having […]

Luis Gil Won't Throw For Six Weeks With High-Grade Lat Strain

New York Yankees right-hander Luis Gil (lat) has been diagnosed with a high-grade right-lat strain and will not throw for at least six weeks, according to manager Aaron Boone. It's bad news for Gil and the depth of New York's starting rotation to begin the 2025 season. The 26-year-old will most likely miss the first […]

Matthew Tkachuk To Miss Remainder Of Regular Season

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) will not return to action for the remainder of the 2024-25 regular season, the team announced on Monday. He has missed four games due to a groin injury sustained during the 4 Nations Face-Off. "Matthew's going to be out for an extended period. We hope to have him back […]

Malcolm Brogdon Sidelined On Monday

Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) remains out on Monday night against the Miami Heat. Brogdon will miss his sixth straight game due to a sprained left ankle. The Wizards also won't have Jordan Poole (elbow), who is sidelined because of a hyperextended right elbow. As a result, Bilal Coulibaly and Bub Carrington will likely handle things in the backcourt, with the duo […]

Jerami Grant Ruled Out On Monday

According to Austin Krell of OnPattison.com, Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knees) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Grant will miss his third straight game due to lingering knee issues. Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe, Kris Murray, and Scoot Henderson will likely see more minutes on the floor this evening. Sharpe has […]

Ernie Clement Exits After Being Hit By Pitch

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Ernie Clement (face) exited Monday's spring training contest early after getting hit by a pitch in the face. Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet noted that the infielder has lip lacerations and contusions. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he will likely be held out of action for some […]

Wilyer Abreu Swinging A Bat, Still Questionable For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (illness) has begun swinging a bat but remains questionable for Opening Day. Abreu is up to "40 swings" and has begun playing catch but manager Alex Cora is not guaranteeing he will be ready in time for the season opener. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status during […]

Sebastian Walcott Assigned To Minor-League Camp

Texas Rangers shortstop prospect Sebastian Walcott has been assigned to the minor-league camp. Walcott is considered not only the top prospect in the Texas system but one of the best in the sport. Through his brief taste of spring training, he went 4-for-8 at the plate with a home run and three doubles. The 18-year-old […]

Austin Slater Has Left Oblique Strain

Chicago White Sox outfielder Austin Slater (oblique) was scratched from Monday's starting lineup due to a left oblique strain. Fantasy managers should expect the 32-year-old to be sidelined for a few games. The team has not provided an update regarding the severity of the strain. Earlier in the offseason, the White Sox signed Slater to […]

Pete Crow-Armstrong Scratched From Monday's Lineup

Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (hamstring) was scratched from Monday's lineup with right hamstring tightness. Maddie Lee of The Sun Times noted that this is a precautionary move. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status during the week in case this injury begins to linger. The former top prospect received his first full look at […]

Brandon Nimmo Has Soreness In Right Knee

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (knee) is dealing with soreness in his right knee. Nimmo has not been in the lineup since Friday but is expected to be cleared to return on Tuesday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but this injury does not seem to be overly serious. Manager Carlos Mendoza […]