Jason Zucker A Game-Time Decision Thursday

Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (lower body) is a game-time decision for Thursday's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes. The veteran forward was also a game-time call on Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks. He was able to suit up for Tuesday's matchup, logging 12:57 of ice time. Tuesday marked Zucker's first game of the month […]

Timothy Liljegren Available Against Canadiens

San Jose Sharks defenseman Timothy Liljegren (upper body) will return to the lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Montreal Canadiens. He sat out Monday's meeting with the Winnipeg Jets due to an upper-body injury and was initially regarded as a game-time decision for Thursday. Liljegren has made 44 appearances with the Sharks this season, scoring […]

Eric Gordon Undergoes Successful Surgery On Right Wrist Wednesday

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Eric Gordon (wrist) underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his right wrist on Wednesday. Gordon likely won't see the court again this season following surgery, as he won't be re-evaluated for another three months. The 36-year-old played in 39 contests for the 76ers in the 2024-2025 campaign. Quentin […]

Robby Fabbri Placed On Injured Reserve

Anaheim Ducks forward Robby Fabbri (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve Thursday. He was hurt in Tuesday's tilt against the Buffalo Sabres, logging only 6:20 of ice time. Fabbri has tallied eight goals and 16 points in 44 appearances this season. Ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Vancouver Canucks, the Ducks recalled Sam Colangelo […]

Stacking Dennys NASCAR Podcast - 2025 COTA - EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix DFS, Betting Picks

Lead RotoBaller NASCAR analyst Jordan McAbee is joined by co-host Nick Giffen in an all-new episode of Stacking Dennys - one of the top podcasts in the NASCAR betting and DFS industry. Jordan and Nick discuss their DFS strategy and betting picks on the board for the upcoming EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of […]

Lance McCullers Jr. To Throw Live Batting Practice On Saturday

Houston Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. (forearm) is scheduled to throw live batting practice on Saturday in camp for the first time since recovering from surgery that he had in June of 2023 to fix his right flexor tendon and remove a bone spur. It's been a long time coming for the 31-year-old hurler, but […]

Bryce Harper To Return On Friday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (triceps) will return to the team's Grapefruit League lineup on Friday against the Boston Red Sox after he was hit by a pitch on Wednesday. Harper was removed from Wednesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays as a precaution after suffering a right-triceps contusion. The Phillies gave the 32-year-old […]

Cardinals Haven't Had Contract Talks With Ryan Helsley

St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley set a franchise record and led the majors with 49 saves in 2024 before getting a raise in salary arbitration from $3.5 million last year to $8.2 million in 2025. Helsley was a prime trade candidate in the offseason heading into the final year of his deal in 2025 […]

Carlos Estevez Battling Back Tightness

Kansas City Royals right-handed reliever Carlos Estevez (back) is dealing with mild lower-back tightness in camp, according to manager Matt Quatraro. It's the reason why Estevez hasn't made his Cactus League debut yet in Arizona. However, he threw off the mound on Wednesday and said he felt good. Quatraro said the Royals think there's plenty […]

Nationals Designate Stone Garrett For Assignment

The Washington Nationals designated outfielder Stone Garrett for assignment on Thursday to make room for right-handed reliever Kyle Finnegan on the 40-man roster. Garrett will now be subjected to waivers, but if he goes unclaimed, he could return to the Nationals organization and be assigned to Triple-A Rochester to start the year. The 29-year-old former […]

James Wood Will Serve As DH On Friday

Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood (quadriceps) will serve as the designated hitter in his Grapefruit League debut on Friday versus the division-rival New York Mets, according to manager Dave Martinez. Depending on how Friday's game goes, the Nationals will decide if Wood is ready to play left field after that. Washington is easing the 22-year-old […]

Andrew Benintendi Exits After Being Hit On His Hand

Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (hand) was pulled from Thursday's Cactus League game against the division-rival Cleveland Guardians with right-hand soreness after he was hit by a pitch from pitcher Logan Allen. Benintendi will undergo tests to make sure he didn't break any bones in his right hand. For now, the 30-year-old veteran should […]

Gunnar Henderson Dealing With Side Discomfort

Updating a previous report, Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (side) was pulled from Thursday's Grapefruit League game early against the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays due to lower right-side discomfort. In his only at-bat of the game, Henderson tried to beat out a ground ball and then also made a diving catch in the field. It's […]

Chiefs Will Place Franchise Tag On Trey Smith

The Kansas City Chiefs will place the franchise tag on Pro Bowl offensive guard Trey Smith, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. The goal remains for the Chiefs to work out a long-term deal with Smith, and negotiations will continue. There's no way Kansas City was going to let the 25-year-old reach the open market […]

Travis Kelce "Coming Back For Sure"

Sources told Pat McAfee that Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is "coming back for sure" in 2025 after briefly contemplating retirement following the 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX. "I'm gonna get in the best shape of my life this offseason. I've got a real bad taste in my […]

Daulton Varsho To Make Grapefruit League Debut On Friday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (shoulder) will make his Grapefruit League debut on Friday against the division-rival New York Yankees while serving as the designated hitter. Varsho said he's progressing well from right rotator-cuff surgery last September and has been throwing at 120 feet. He also continues to shag fly balls and hit in […]

Colson Montgomery Dealing With Back Spasms

Chicago White Sox shortstop prospect Colson Montgomery (back) was scratched from Thursday's Cactus League lineup against the division-rival Cleveland Guardians for precautionary reasons due to back spasms, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin. Montgomery is considered day-to-day. It's not a serious injury, but it's something to keep an eye on with the 23-year-old, who is considered […]

Darnell Nurse Not Playing On Thursday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (undisclosed) will not suit up on Thursday night to face the Florida Panthers. Head coach Kris Knoblauch noted that the defenseman is viewed as "day-to-day." The 30-year-old was absent during Thursday's morning skate and hopes to return to the starting lineup on Saturday to face the Carolina Hurricanes. Over his […]

Roki Sasaki Could Make Spring Debut On Tuesday

Although nothing is finalized, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Japanese right-hander Roki Sasaki could "potentially" make his Cactus League debut on Tuesday night against the Cincinnati Reds. The news comes after Sasaki had a three-inning simulated game against Chicago White Sox hitters on Tuesday in which he allowed two home runs. The 23-year-old […]

Roman Josi Not Suiting Up On Thursday

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) will not suit up on Thursday evening against the Winnipeg Jets. Head coach Andrew Brunette noted that the star defenseman is viewed as "day-to-day." Josi suffered this injury during Tuesday's contest against the Florida Panthers. He was evaluated following the game and appears to have potentially avoided a […]

Dylan Cease To Make Cactus League Debut On Saturday

San Diego Padres right-hander Dylan Cease will make his Cactus League debut on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds, according to MLB.com's AJ Cassavell. Cease was the subject of trade rumors in the offseason as he heads into the final year of his contract, and although it appears the 29-year-old will stick with the Friars to […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Expected To Make Cactus League Debut On Friday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (illness) is expected to make his Cactus League debut on Friday against the Seattle Mariners, as well as most of the regulars for the Padres, according to manager Mike Shildt. Tatis had been away from the team for a few days while dealing with the flu before returning […]

Matthew Tkachuk Not Playing On Thursday

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (groin) will remain sidelined during Thursday's contest when the Panthers host the Oilers in a Stanley Cup rematch. Tkachuk has missed their previous two contests. Head coach Paul Maurice noted that the star winger is out "near-term." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their […]

Jose Caballero Leaves Game With Foot Injury

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Jose Caballero (foot) fouled a ball off his foot in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Detroit Tigers and left the contest, according to the Tampa Bay Times' Marc Topkin. Caballero will surely go for testing to determine whether he's dealing with a serious injury, so stay tuned for more news […]

Kirby Dach Ruled Out For Thursday

Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (lower body) will not play against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday evening. Dach was also unable to play on Tuesday evening against the Carolina Hurricanes. The team is expected to provide an update on Dach's status on Friday. In his previous five contests, Dach tallied three points (all helpers), […]

Gunnar Henderson Leaves Grapefruit League Game Early

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (undisclosed) left Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays after just one inning due to undisclosed reasons and was replaced by Luis Vasquez in the field. Henderson tried to beat out a muffed ground ball in the first inning and also made a leaping catch in the […]

No Timetable For Giancarlo Stanton To Rejoin The Team

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he doesn't know when outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (elbows) will rejoin the team at spring training. "I don't. Hopefully soon," Boone said. Stanton dealt with tennis elbow in both of his arms last year and also was bothered by it early this spring, which prompted the team to […]

Michael Bunting To Be Sidelined Indefinitely

Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Michael Bunting (abdomen) underwent surgery to remove his appendix and will be sidelined indefinitely. Fantasy managers should expect the 29-year-old to miss a significant amount of time and could even miss the remainder of the regular season. Over his previous 10 contests, Bunting has tallied just two points (both helpers) while […]

J.T. Miller Not Practicing On Thursday

New York Rangers center J.T. Miller (illness) did not participate in Thursday's practice session due to illness. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his status leading up to their next contest on Friday evening against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 31-year-old has enjoyed a recent offensive surge, riding a three-game point streak. […]

Cole Bishop Could Be A Starter In 2025

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said that safety Cole Bishop will "have every chance" to be a starter in 2025. Head coach Sean McDermott also said the team will be counting on Bishop to make an impact next season, but it will also depend on how much work he puts in in the offseason. […]