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Martin Necas Collects an Assist in Game 4 Loss to Golden Knights
Colorado Avalanche right wing Martin Necas finished Tuesday's 2-1 season-ending loss to the Vegas Golden Knights with an assist. The Avalanche once again struggled to generate offense against Vegas, but finally made a breakthrough late in the third period. Necas and Nazem Kadri set up Gabriel Landeskog for a late consolation goal. It was a strong campaign for Necas, who averaged a point per game in the playoffs after posting a career-high 100 points (38 goals, 62 assists) in 78 regular-season contests. He found a way to elevate his play, an encouraging sign for Colorado, as Necas' eight-year, $92 million contract extension will take effect next season.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Gabriel Landeskog Scores Only Avalanche Goal in Season-Ending Loss
Colorado Avalanche winger Gabriel Landeskog scored the team's only goal in Tuesday's 2-1 season-ending loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. The Avalanche captain ended Carter Hart's shutout bid with 2:03 remaining in regulation. Landeskog finished the Conference Finals with three goals in four games, but many of his teammates struggled, leaving Colorado as the seventh No. 1 seed in history to be swept in a playoff series. In 13 postseason appearances, Landeskog recorded 11 points (six goals, five assists). Compared with the regular season, where he had 35 points (14 goals, 21 assists) in 60 outings, the Swedish veteran took his offensive production to a new level.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Carter Hart Finishes Series-Clincher With 20 Saves
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart made 20 saves in Tuesday's series-clinching 2-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. He fell just 2:03 short of becoming the third active netminder to record a shutout in a victory that has given a team a berth in the Stanley Cup Finals. On Tuesday night, Hart picked up his sixth consecutive win. He's been in phenomenal form during the hot streak, producing a .948 save percentage. Over his last 11 outings, Hart has allowed more than two goals only twice. This has helped him to a 12-4 postseason record, and he has registered a 2.22 goals-against average and a .924 save percentage.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Dylan Coghlan Continues Unlikely Success Story
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Dylan Coghlan assisted Cole Smith on the game-winning goal in Tuesday's series-clinching 2-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Coghlan has unexpectedly emerged as an important part of Vegas' blue line. After making only three regular-season appearances, he was inserted into the lineup midway through the second-round matchup with Anaheim and has kept his place since. The 28-year-old collected his first career playoff points in the Conference Finals, recording one goal and two assists in four games. Now, Coghlan will get a chance to make an impact in the Stanley Cup Finals and looks to have a strong case to remain in the lineup, even when Jeremy Lauzon (upper body) is cleared to return.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Cole Smith Scores Series-Clincher Tuesday Night
Vegas Golden Knights left wing Cole Smith will go down in history as the player whose goal sent the team into the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals. In Game 4 against the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night, Smith put Vegas 2-0 up at the 14:15 mark in the third period. The 30-year-old became the sixth undrafted player in the 21st century to score a series-clinching goal that has earned a team a Stanley Cup Finals spot. Smith also popped up with a pair of goals in Round 2 against Utah. Before Tuesday night, he had gone nine consecutive games without a point. Still, the fourth-liner has made a mark during Vegas' playoff run, posting five points (three goals, two assists) and 44 hits in 16 games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mark Stone Nets Another Goal as Golden Knights Finish Off Avalanche
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone opened the scoring in Tuesday's series-clinching 2-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche. He gave Vegas the lead just 4:42 into the game, with defensemen Brayden McNabb and Shea Theodore recording the assists. After missing the first two games of the series, Stone made a massive impact as the Golden Knights swept Colorado. In two outings, he had two goals and one assist. The Golden Knights captain has been on the score sheet in each of his last four appearances and is close to averaging a point per game in the playoffs. Stone has tallied five goals and five assists through 11 games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Ludvig Aberg Looking to Exchange Momentum for a Victory in Fort Worth
It's impossible to argue against the play we've seen from Ludvig Aberg this season, as he only has one finish outside the top 10 since the PGA Tour began its Florida swing. Anyone can dismiss his ability to convert his opportunities into victories, but there is a highly impressive resilience to go along with the trophy shortcomings. He's making his first career start at the Charles Schwab Challenge this week at Colonial Country Club, which should play well into his tee-to-green game that ranks third this season on tour. The only concern lies with the greens, as the 26-year-old has lost strokes putting in three of his last four events. Still, the incredible ball striking should give the young Swede plenty of opportunities; it's just whether he capitalizes enough to get over the hump. He's still a worthy DFS play nonetheless.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Stephan Jaeger Trending Upward as PGA Heads to Fort Worth
Stephan Jaeger is starting to play some better golf again. The German golfer had consecutive Top 20 results for the first time in 2026 straight after back-to-back missed cuts. Myrtle Beach may have been rockbottom after Jaeger lost 2.74 strokes to putting. Contrast that with the other outlier from last week at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Overall, Jaeger's putting gains him 0.259 strokes overall (42nd). The previous two seasons have seen a solid jump in that metric. Jaeger averages 27.99 putts per Round 1. Getting off to a solid start on Thursday will be vital at the Colonial. From a DFS standpoint, Jaeger could be a sneaky option especially early this week.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Max Homa Comes off Awful Putting Performance at PGA Championship
Max Homa cratered at the PGA Championship earlier in the month. The American golfer went 75-77 and did not come close to making the cut at +12. Too many rounds lately have been an exercise of survival for Homa. A total of 16 of his previous 18 rounds have seen Homa score 70 or above. That has pushed his scoring average to 70.91 (132nd). While the Colonial does not require a lot of birdies, improved weather conditions could easily push scoring down around 265. Putts per round to start is 29.09 (109th) for Homa. If a good start is needed, Homa may have issues there and could be a fade again this week.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Tony Finau Faces Different Test at the Colonial
Tony Finau was able to thrive in the high birdie output fest last week. The American golfer does have respectable odds to win the Charles Schwab Challenge (+6100 - started at +5000). Finau has two Top 5 results at the Colonial including a runner-up in 2019. Add in several more Top 25 outcomes and Finau instantly sounds like a reasonable betting option. Around the green Finau has gained 0.403 strokes in 2026 which ranks 13th but being near average everywhere else lends support to those wanting to fade Finau from a betting and DFS standpoint.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Robert MacIntyre Seeks Better Beginning in Fort Worth
Robert MacIntyre has to feel like the Valero Texas Open was a lifetime ago. The Scottish golfer T-2 at the event. After another Top 5 at The PLAYERS Championship, MacIntyre felt like a win was coming. Since then, it has been an unmitigated disaster. He opened with an 80 at the Masters Tournament and then a 70-75 in May at the PGA Championship. Both times, MacIntyre missed the cut. Putting metrics have drifted negative in the last two events which had not occurred in all of 2026. Approaching the green could be vital this week and MacIntyre ranks 138th in strokes gained at -0.403. As a betting option, that has to make MacIntyre a bit of a red flag.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Tom Hoge Ups and Downs Could Continue at Colonial
Tom Hoge has not been dull in 2026. The American golfer has three Top 10 results in 2026 but has missed five cuts. Four of those missed cuts came between February and April. Worse, Hoge has been up and down since then almost alternating good results with almost unmitigated disasters. Last week, he put most of it together at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson (T6). It was the first time Hoge ended up in the 60's for all four rounds in 2026. Four consistent rounds at Colonial are a requirement. With scoring at a different level (last week's winning score was -30), it is almost unknown whether to trust Hoge as a DFS choice even at Fort Worth.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Brian Harman Not Having the Best Golf Season in 2026
Brian Harman has made 11 of 13 cuts in 2026. The American golfer does not have a single Top 10, however. Harman is nearing 40 and it does seem the magic is slowing. He has won four PGA events including the 2023 Open Championship. Unfortunately, 2026 has proven to be bearish. The PGA Championship saw Harman make a move with a 66 on moving day but gave it all back with a final round 75. That has happened several times in 2026 including at the RBC Heritage where Harman dropped to a T-25 after a final round 73. Putting has been better with Harman gaining strokes in four of his previous five events but that may not be enough to make him a DFS or betting choice this weekend.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Austin Eckroat Struggling Too Often Heading to Charles Schwab Challenge
Austin Eckroat has two career wins on the PGA Tour. The American golfer has not won in two years but does have two Top 10 results in 2026. Eckroat's problem is proximity shots from greater than 200 yards. He ranks 140th there at 55 feet 8 inches. Despite a good scoring average of 69.7 (29th), Eckroat has not truly been in contention other than the Valero Texas Open (T-10) this year. He has not missed a cut in five events but a lower cut line is possible this week on the Fort Worth course. The other concern is having so many final rounds of 70 or above, that may keep him from being a viable betting option this week.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Zach Bauchou Tries to Keep Momentum Rolling at Colonial
Zach Bauchou is playing some of his best golf in 2026 right now. The American golfer scored his first Top 10 of the season at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson last week. Weather seems to be on the golfer's side as softer greens could be likely for this weekend with lower winds forecasted. No one is expecting 2018 where Justin Rose went 260 to win the event. However, one good number for Bauchou is putts per round early (Rounds 1 and 2). The golfer averages 28.04 putts per round on Thursday and Friday. That could make Bauchou an early DFS option at the Charles Schwab Challenge this week.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Keegan Bradley Looking to Rebound at Colonial
Keegan Bradley missed the cut at the PGA Championship, though before that, he had recorded three top-25 finishes in four events. He now looks to get back on track at the Charles Schwab Challenge, where he finished runner-up in 2024. Success at Colonial typically comes down to strong driving, short-iron play, and a hot putter. Bradley ranks 20th in total driving this season, though he sits just 93rd in putting (-0.067 strokes gained per round) and 129th on approach (-0.273). One encouraging sign is that he is in the 88th percentile in proximity from 100-150 yards, a range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots here last year. At $8,900 on DraftKings, Bradley will need both the irons and putter to cooperate to return value.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Nolan Arenado Pulled Early on Tuesday With Groin Tightness
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado (groin) was pulled from Tuesday night's game early in San Francisco against the Giants with right-groin tightness, according to the team. Before leaving early, Arenado went 1-for-2 at the plate with a run scored and a walk. He was replaced at the hot corner by Jose Fernandez in the seventh inning. We should know more about the severity of Arenado's injury on Wednesday after he's evaluated by the training staff. If the veteran third baseman is forced to the injured list, Fernandez would be the primary beneficiary of more playing time at the hot corner in Arizona. At the very least, fantasy managers should not expect Arenado to be active for Wednesday's game at Oracle Park. The eight-time All-Star and five-time Silver Slugger winner has cooled off of late and came into Tuesday hitting .219 (7-for-32) with a homer and seven RBI in nine games since May 16. The 14-year veteran has seen his offensive game decline rapidly over the last couple of seasons.
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Amed Rosario Ends Power Drought With Two-Homer Showing on Tuesday
New York Yankees infielder Amed Rosario led the charge during the team's offensive onslaught on Tuesday night in the 15-1 drubbing of the hosting Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Rosario went 4-for-6 at the plate with two two-run home runs and three runs scored to improve his season average to .279 and his OPS to .863. The 30-year-old Dominican veteran hit two of the Yankees' six home runs on the night, and the home runs were his first since April 22. Rosario, who isn't an everyday player for the Bombers, came into Tuesday's contest in KC with a .250 average (20-for-80) with only four home runs, 16 RBI, and 10 runs scored in 29 games played across 89 plate appearances. Because the 10-year veteran is a bench player in the Bronx, he's not of much use in any fantasy leagues, and he's currently rostered in just 1% of Yahoo leagues. Rosario's two-homer game is unlikely to buy him more playing time going forward.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Carlos Estevez Could be Cleared to Throw Soon
Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro said on Tuesday that right-handed reliever Carlos Estevez (foot, shoulder) was scheduled to see the team doctor, and if all goes well, he could be cleared to resume throwing again, according to Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star. The 33-year-old veteran was pummeled for four runs in one-third of an inning in his 2026 season debut and then landed on the 15-day injured list with a left-foot contusion on April 1. While rehabbing, Estevez suffered a rotator-cuff strain in his right shoulder, pushing his return back even further for the Royals' bullpen. He has been trending in the right direction of late, but Estevez still has some boxes to check and will need to go on another minor-league rehab assignment before being reinstated from the IL. Lucas Erceg has been KC's primary closer with Estevez out, but he blew yet another save on Monday in a loss to the New York Yankees and could be demoted to a setup role once Estevez returns. For that reason alone, Estevez is worth stashing in deeper fantasy leagues for saves-needy managers. He's rostered in half of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Garrett Crochet Throws Successful Live Batting Practice Session on Tuesday
Boston Red Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet (shoulder) faced live hitters for the first time on Tuesday during a live batting practice session since going on the 15-day injured list last month with left-shoulder inflammation, according to Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald. Crochet threw an inning at Fenway Park and said that he will throw another live BP on Sunday. Compared to his prior bullpens, the talented southpaw said his session on Tuesday went much better. He said the fatigue that landed him on the shelf on April 29 is no longer a problem, and the issue of late has been getting his mechanics back to where they need to be. Interim manager Chad Tracy said Crochet's velocity was sitting in the mid-90s, and that "it was a good day for him." Crochet initially hoped to avoid a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining Boston's starting rotation, but at this point, one will probably be required. It means that it might be another week or two before Crochet is back for fantasy managers. He finished second in the American League Cy Young voting in 2025 and should not be available on the waiver wire in any fantasy leagues.
Source: Boston Herald - Mac Cerullo
Source: Boston Herald - Mac Cerullo
Brandon Marsh Leaves Game With Sprained Finger
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (finger) left Tuesday night's game at Petco Park against the San Diego Padres due to a right middle-finger sprain, according to Paul Casella of MLB.com. Marsh suffered the injury when he was tagged on the right hand by Padres first baseman Ty France while diving back to first base. He will undergo further evaluation, at which point we'll have a better idea of whether Marsh might have to miss additional time. At the very least, he probably will not be in the starting nine for Wednesday's series finale versus the Friars. He was replaced in right field by Adolis Garcia. Before leaving the ballgame, Marsh went 2-for-2 at the plate to raise his season average to .326 and his OPS to .837. Both Garcia and utility man Edmundo Sosa could split playing time in the outfield for the Phils if Marsh is forced to miss extended time with this injury. The 28-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder came into Tuesday's game hitting .338 (27-for-80) in May with a homer, seven RBI, 15 runs, and a steal in 22 games. Although Marsh doesn't have a ton of power or speed, he's having a career-best year so far in the average department.
Source: MLB.com - Paul Casella
Source: MLB.com - Paul Casella
Justin Verlander to Throw Live Batting Practice on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander (hip) will throw a live batting practice session on Wednesday at Comerica Park, according to MLive.com's Evan Woodbery. The Tigers are hoping to have Verlander throw four to five innings or 65 to 70 pitches as he continues to work his way back from right-hip inflammation that landed him on the 60-day injured list after his first start of the 2026 season back in late March. The 43-year-old future Hall of Famer allowed five earned runs on six hits (one homer) while walking two and striking out one in 3 2/3 innings in his lone start against the Arizona Diamondbacks before he was shut down with his hip injury. With both Ty Madden (forearm) and Tarik Skubal (elbow) potentially coming off the IL before Verlander does, there may be no room in Detroit's starting rotation for the aging veteran when he's ready to return. Even if Verlander rejoins the Tigers' rotation next month, fantasy managers will have better upside options to choose from. Verlander is currently rostered in only 4% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Gleyber Torres Feels Good After Swinging on Tuesday
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (oblique) swung the bat on Tuesday in the cage and felt good, according to Evan Woodbery of MLive.com. The Tigers will have Torres repeat that on Wednesday. Getting his swing back to 100% is the final hurdle to clear before he can go out on a minor-league rehab assignment. The 29-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list back on May 6 with a left-oblique injury, and he's been slow to recover. However, once he starts a rehab assignment, Torres could be back with the big-league club shortly after that, potentially in early June. The Venezuelan infielder is the Tigers' starting second baseman when healthy, but until he can return from the IL, Hao-Yu Lee and Zach McKinstry will continue to see most of the at-bats at the keystone in Detroit. Torres was an All-Star for the third time in his career in 2025 in his first year in Motown. He has very modest power and speed, but he's useful as middle-infield depth for his plate discipline and ability to get on base in fantasy.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Kerry Carpenter Making Progress, Could Face Live Pitching on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (shoulder) hit in a cage at "near full speed" on Tuesday and could take live batting practice on Wednesday, per MLB.com. The 28-year-old has been on the 10-day injured list since early May due to an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder, but it appears as though he's making good progress and could go out on a minor league rehab assignment in short order. Carpenter was off to a bit of a slow start to the 2026 season before the injury, hitting .216/.299/.451 with six home runs, 17 RBI, and 11 runs scored across 117 plate appearances. However, the veteran slugger hit 26 home runs in just 464 plate appearances in 2025 and owns a 12.4% barrel rate. Assuming his shoulder gets back to full strength and does not impact his production once he returns to the big leagues, Carpenter profiles as a viable power bat for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Dylan Cease Plays Catch on Tuesday
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (hamstring) played catch before his team's game against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, per Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Cease was pulled early from his most recent start on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to left hamstring discomfort and was subsequently placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday. While the right-hander will miss at least his next few starts, the fact that he's already back to throwing could be a positive sign that he will be able to return from the IL as soon as he is eligible. Cease was off to a strong start to his first year with the Blue Jays before getting injured, posting a 3-3 record with a 3.05 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 92 strikeouts across 62 innings (11 starts). He should be held through his current injury in a bench spot by fantasy managers across all league formats.
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Matthew Boyd Scheduled to Make Rehab Start on Sunday
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (knee) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, per Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. Boyd underwent surgery to repair his left meniscus in early May, but he appears to be progressing well and could be ready to return to the big leagues in early June. Boyd got off to a slow start to the 2026 season before getting injured, recording a 2-1 record with a 6.00 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and 31 strikeouts across 24 innings (five starts). However, Boyd's 4.13 xERA and his 49.6% strand rate suggest that he was impacted by some poor luck. In deeper leagues, Boyd could be worth stashing off the waiver wire as a buy-low candidate ahead of his impending return.
Source: 670 The Score - Bruce Levine
Source: 670 The Score - Bruce Levine
Logan Webb Set to Return to Giants Rotation on Friday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb (knee) is set to return from the 15-day injured list on Friday for his team's matchup against the Colorado Rockies, per Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Webb has been on the injured list since early May with right knee bursitis. The 29-year-old was off to an uncharacteristically poor start to the 2026 season before getting injured, posting a 2-4 record with a 5.06 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, and 42 strikeouts across 48 innings (eight starts). He's made one rehab start since hitting the injured list, allowing three walks and an unearned run across 3 1/3 innings with Triple-A Sacramento. Fantasy managers may want to avoid Webb in a tough spot at the hitter-friendly Coors Field against the Rockies on Friday. However, the veteran right-hander could get back to his usual levels of production now that his knee issue is behind him.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Susan Slusser
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Susan Slusser
Luis Severino's Next Start Pushed Back to Friday
Athletics starting pitcher Luis Severino has had his next scheduled start pushed back to Friday for the team's home game against the New York Yankees, per Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Severino was originally supposed to start on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners. However, the Athletics recalled left-handed pitching prospect Gage Jump to start against Seattle, opting to give Severino a few extra days of rest. Across 61 2/3 innings (11 starts) so far this season, Severino has recorded a 2-5 record with a 4.23 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 64 strikeouts. The 32-year-old's 24.7% strikeout rate is his best since 2022, but his 11.7% walk rate is his worst since 2019. He profiles as a capable deep-league innings eater, particularly when pitching away from the Athletics' hitter-friendly home environment in Sacramento.
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Aaron Civale Officially Placed on 15-Day Injured List
Athletics starting pitcher Aaron Civale (shoulder) has officially been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder tendinitis. The 30-year-old said after his most recent outing on Monday that he had been feeling something in his shoulder for multiple starts, so this IL stint is not a surprise. Civale has been serviceable so far this season for the A's, posting a 5-2 record with a 4.20 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, and 39 strikeouts across 55 2/3 innings (11 starts). The Athletics recalled left-handed pitching prospect Gage Jump to take Civale's place on the roster and make his MLB debut on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners. It's not yet clear how long Civale is expected to be sidelined, but fantasy managers should feel comfortable dropping him and searching for a replacement on the waiver wire.
Source: Athletics
Source: Athletics
Tory Horton Could Do Some Stuff "Toward the End of Spring"
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said that second-year wide receiver Tory Horton (shin, groin) got some good news that should allow him to accelerate his process for getting back on the field, according to John Boyle of the team's official website. Macdonald said there's "a chance he can do some stuff toward the end of spring." Horton, who was selected in the fifth round last year out of Colorado State, didn't play beyond Week 9 due to shin and groin injuries. When he was on the field, though, he made plenty of noise, catching 13 of his 22 targets for 161 yards (12.4 yards per reception) and five touchdowns in eight games played (three starts). Additionally, Horton was an asset on special teams, which will continue to make him an asset for the defending Super Bowl champions going into his sophomore campaign. He's still an interesting dynasty/keeper hold for his big-play prowess, but the return of Rashid Shaheed for the 2026 season has put a damper on his 2026 fantasy value as a depth piece for Seattle. RotoBaller has him ranked outside the top-100 wideouts for the upcoming campaign.
Source: Seahawks.com - John Boyle
Source: Seahawks.com - John Boyle
