Andrew McCutchen Hopes To Be Ready For Opening Day

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen (knee) hasn't been cleared to play in games and is still following his own workout plan as he attempts to recover from a torn ACL. Despite the delay, McCutchen still plans on being ready for Opening Day and could even see some Spring Training action if all goes well. McCutchen […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. is Out 2 Weeks

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) is going to be sidelined at least two weeks after suffering an injury during Friday's game. He left after 16 minutes on Friday due to a sprained left knee. He'll be re-evaluated in two weeks, but the Grizzlies are likely to be cautious with their young forward. Brandon […]

Elfrid Payton Could Sit Out on Monday

New York Knicks guard Elfrid Payton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. He missed Friday's game and was unable to practice on Saturday. Frank Ntilikina (groin) started on Friday, but is listed as questionable for this game as well. Ntilikina is expected to start again if he's cleared to […]

Roman Quinn Fighting For Playing Time This Spring

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Roman Quinn hopes 2020 is the year he can stay healthy and battle for a starting job in the Phillies' outfield. Quinn, who is entering camp in a position battle with former first-round pick Adam Haseley, spent three different stints on the injured list last season. He changed his offseason routine with […]

Ben Simmons Will Undergo MRI on Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (back) left after just a few minutes during Saturday's game versus the Milwaukee Bucks. He scored five points in five minutes before exiting the game and not returning. He'll undergo an MRI on Sunday, but Adrian Wojnarowski believes there is some concern surrounding the injury. Simmons missed Thursday's game due […]

Maxi Kleber (PF/C, DAL): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 40% of leagues ANALYSIS: I think Maximilian Kleber's ownership is a little too high at least for standard, 12-team leagues. Other than that, though, it makes sense to find him at 40% in deeper tournaments and structures. Keep in mind this stat: Kleber is averaging 25 […]

Coby White (PG, CHI): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 24% of leagues ANALYSIS: While Coby White hasn't started a single game for the Bulls in his rookie season, at least he's taking baby steps toward improving his overall game steadily. Chicago has been giving White more chances lately by ramping up his minutes (under 24 […]

Mike Soroka Dealing With Sore Groin

Atlanta Braves starter Mike Soroka will have his first Grapefruit League start pushed back a few days after hurting his groin during live batting practice. The team is just being cautious with their young ace, as it is a minor injury. The 22-year-old was a stellar fantasy asset last season, posting a 13-4 record to […]

Gio Gonzalez Showing Progress

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (shoulder) threw long toss and curveballs on Sunday. Gonzalez has made “big time progress” and has no doubts that he will be ready for Opening Day and is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday. The lefty went 3-2 with a 3.50 ERA in 17 starts and […]

Frank Ntilikina Might Sit Out on Monday

New York Knicks guard Frank Ntilikina (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. He drew the start during Friday's game because Elfrid Payton (ankle) was sidelined. It doesn't sound like Payton is going to play on Monday, so Ntilikina would get another start if he's cleared to play. Otherwise, Dennis […]

Phillies Have High Hopes For Adam Haseley In Center

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley is the leading candidate to start in center field this season after a slew of injuries rushed him to the big leagues last year. Haseley went from Double-A to Triple-A to the majors in a span of seven days last season before getting injured himself. Haseley struggled upon his return […]

Jae Crowder (SF/PF, MIA): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 42% of leagues ANALYSIS: I'm making an exception here going over the 40% ownership threshold, but Jae Crowder totally merits it. The chances are lower you will find him still available for free in your league, sure, but if you do you shouldn't hesitate to add him […]

Markelle Fultz Practices on Sunday

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (calf) was able to participate in Sunday's practice without any issues. He played 25 minutes during Friday's game, but was held out of the fourth quarter due to a left calf issue. However, Fultz feels better now and has been cleared for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Fantasy owners […]

Dragan Bender is Available for Sunday

Golden State Warriors forward Dragan Bender has been officially signed by the organization on Sunday. He'll be available for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He could be thrown into the fire with the team banged up here. Draymond Green (pelvis) is out, while Marquese Chriss (calf) is listed as questionable for this one. […]

Kent Bazemore (SG/SF, SAC): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 21% of leagues ANALYSIS: I'm starting to think everybody around Sacramento performs better off the bench than in a starter role. The Kings moved Buddy Hield to the pine and he's thrived since. Back in late January they acquired Kent Bazemore from Portland, sit him on the […]

Josh Hart (SG/SF, NO): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 37% of leagues ANALYSIS: We're bordering the 40% ownership rate with Josh Hart and for good reason. While only a top-65 player on the season, Hart's past month of play has been so good that he's ranking as a top-35 performer in the past 30 days. In […]

Khris Davis Dealing With Minor Calf Issue

Oakland Athletics designated hitter Khris Davis is dealing with a minor calf issue and won't play in Spring Training games until Tuesday. Reports indicate Davis is fine, and it may be better for Davis to ease into the spring anyway, but any injury news is concerning after a hip issue torpedoed his 2019 season. Davis […]

De'Andre Hunter (SF, ATL): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 23% of leagues ANALYSIS: I wonder if De'Andre Hunter is the most overlooked starter going under the radar in fantasy leagues these days... Must be close if it's not the case. Owned in less than a fourth of all Yahoo leagues, Hunter has started all but two […]

Ben Roethlisberger A Few Months From Full Clearance

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) had a doctor visit on Friday and said, "It was a good report. I got to bypass the tennis ball throwing for a month and go right to the football. Still going to be about 2.5-3 months until I get total clearance from doc but we are doing good!" […]

PJ Washington (SF/PF, CHA): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 39% of leagues ANALYSIS: There are overlooked rookies, and then there is PJ Washington. The first-year player of Charlotte is one of the best newcomers of the season, has played 49 games and started 48 of them at the time of this writing while putting up […]

Bruce Brown (SG, DET): Week 19 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 23% of leagues ANALYSIS: A week. It's been a week already since the All-Star game took place yet most fantasy owners have yet to get back on track to complete their daily fantasy-duties. How do I know? Well, you just have to take a look at Bruce […]

Matthew Judon Expected To Receive Franchise Tag

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon is expected to receive the franchise tag this year. The NFL Players Association has pushed back the start of the franchise-designation period from Tuesday, Feb. 25, to Thursday, Feb. 27, and the period will now end on March 12 instead of March 10, according to a source from ESPN's Adam […]

Alex Verdugo Ahead of Initial Schedule In Recovery

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (back) is progressing quicker than trainers would have expected but is still unlikely to be ready for Opening Day against the Blue Jays, according to Red Sox interim manager Ron Roenicke. Verdugo has completed some running drills but has not started hitting or fielding yet, and it is unknown […]

Xander Bogaerts Could Appear In Spring Training Games Soon

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (ankle) has been progressing nicely after dealing with ankle soreness towards the end of the offseason and could begin to play in spring training games by the end of the week. “[Bogaerts] has been hitting some in the cage. He’s throwing. They’re going to hit him some light ground […]

Chris Sale Hopeful To Be Ready For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (illness) threw a bullpen session on Sunday and hopes to be ready for Opening Day against the Blue Jays on March 26. “I think I’m going to be ready for it but those aren’t my calls to make,” The ace said on Saturday. The 30-year-old had his workouts […]

Brian Dozier Joining Padres Camp

The San Diego Padres have signed second baseman Brian Dozier to a minor league deal. He’ll be invited to big league camp. The 32-year-old played for the defending champion Washington Nationals last season, registering a .771 OPS with 20 homers in 482 plate appearances. The former All-Star and Gold Glove winner further crowds the competition […]

J.D. Davis Starting at Third Base On Sunday

New York Mets infielder/outfielder J.D. Davis is starting at third base and batting third in the Mets Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals on Sunday. The Mets are giving Davis playing time at third base in order to give him confidence at the position ahead of Opening Day. Third base flexibility for Davis during the […]

Ryan Graves Scores Lone Regulation Goal for Colorado in Win

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Ryan Graves pocketed a second-period goal Saturday night, providing the only offensive chance that Colorado would cash in on until the final round of the shootout. It was a rare lack of production from Colorado, who have the third-best goals scored per game rate (3.46) in the league this season. Colorado did […]

Jonathan Quick Keeps Game Close, Kings Fall in Shootout

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick turned aside 30 of 31 shots from the Avalanche on Saturday night before allowing only a single goal in the shootout. The loss snapped a two-game winning streak for Quick, which had been a welcome relief compared to the eight previous starts where Quick failed to earn a single […]

Conor Garland Records Four-Point Night In Victory

Arizona Coyotes right winger Conor Garland posted a season-high four-point night in Saturday's 7-3 victory against the Lightning. Garland finished with two goals, two assists and four shots in the contest, totaling his eighth multi-point performance of the season. Clayton Keller added three points in the victory, while Carl Soderberg, Brad Richardson and Derek Stepan […]