April 27, 2025
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault (lower body) is considered day-to-day. After suffering a lower-body injury in Friday's 6-3 victory over the Washington Capitals, he is likely to miss Sunday's Game 4. Montembeault has registered a 2.76 goals-against average and a .908 save percentage in the first-round series. Jakub Dobes is set to take over the crease on Sunday, with Cayden Primeau serving as his backup. Montembeault's injury is a setback for the Canadiens, but Dobes held his own during the regular season with a 7-4-3 record, demonstrating that the team can rely on him. Coming in for Montembeault on Friday, he saved seven of eight shots.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Renaud Lavoie
April 27, 2025
Boston Red Sox outfielder
Jarren Duran was seemingly unstoppable at the plate during Sunday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. This was a great series for Duran who went 3-for-9 with a walk, triple, and two RBI during the doubleheader on Saturday. He returned on Sunday and went 4-for-6 with three singles, a double, and one RBI in the win. It's worth noting that Duran is currently on an 11-game hit streak at the plate. He got off to a bit of a slow start to the season, but has been heating up at the plate over the last few weeks.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: mlb.com
April 27, 2025
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher
Tarik Skubal put together an excellent performance against the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. The left-hander tossed six scoreless innings, allowing four hits, and striking out 11 batters in the win. Skubal didn't have many problems during this outing as he only allowed singles and didn't walk anyone. Skubal gave up seven earned runs during his first two starts of the season, but since then he's only allowed one earned run in four starts. The reigning AL CY Young winner is one of the best pitchers in baseball and appears to be at the top of his game right now. He figures to keep the good times rolling against the Los Angeles Angels in his next start.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: mlb.com
April 27, 2025
Washington Capitals forward Aliaksei Protas (foot) is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against the Montreal Canadiens. Protas fully participated in Saturday's practice and could return to action after a nine-game absence. The Capitals have averaged 3.00 goals per game in the playoffs, but Protas could provide an additional boost to the offense. He had a breakout campaign with 30 goals and 66 points in 76 games. Protas is a candidate to join the top six, although the Capitals may reintroduce the 24-year-old into the lineup in a reduced role, especially with Anthony Beauvillier performing well on the first line.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NHL.com
April 27, 2025
Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (lower body) is a game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Montreal Canadiens. The in-form netminder suffered a lower-body injury in Game 3 on Friday but might be available to play on Sunday after participating in the morning skate. Thompson has played a big role in Washington's success in the first-round series, posting a 2.73 goals-against average with a .917 save percentage. If he isn't available on Sunday, the Capitals will turn to Charlie Lindgren, who stopped four of five shots during a relief effort on Friday night.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NHL.com
April 27, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher
Clayton Kershaw (toe, knee) is scheduled to make two rehab starts for Triple-A Oklahoma City this week. The veteran southpaw continues to ramp up as he's working his way back from an offseason toe and knee injuries. The plan is for Kershaw to start on Tuesday and throw around five innings or 75 pitches. After that, Kershaw will have regular rest before taking the ball again next Sunday. The 37-year-old isn't eligible to return from the 60-day injured list until mid-May. The expectation is that Kershaw will be a regular in the starting rotation once he's healthy. Kershaw might be worth stashing for fantasy managers in need of pitching help.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Fabian Ardaya
April 27, 2025
San Diego Padres outfielder
Jackson Merrill (hamstring) was able to take batting practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. This is a positive step forward for Merrill who is working his way back from a right hamstring strain. The hope is that Merrill can get into some minor league games within the next few days. If everything goes well, Merrill should be able to get back in the Padres lineup in the early stages of May. Fantasy managers should continue to hold Merrill as he should be back in the mix soon.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Sammy Levitt
April 27, 2025
Atlanta Braves catcher
Sean Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Murphy will get a rest day here after starting in the first two games of the series. He went 2-for-6 with a solo homer and two runs scored during the first two contests. In his absence,
Drake Baldwin will start behind the plate and bat eighth against right-hander
Brandon Pfaadt. Baldwin is viewed as one of the team's top prospects, but isn't a great add in fantasy rosters while splitting up time with Murphy behind the plate.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: mlb.com
April 27, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher
Will Smith (rest) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Smith returned from the injured list on Friday, but has gone hitless over the last two games. That being said, the Dodgers have decided to give Smith the day off on Sunday to rest and hopefully get back on track. In his absence,
Austin Barnes will do the catching and bat ninth against left-hander
Bailey Falter. Fantasy managers can pull Smith from their lineups on Sunday ahead of first pitch.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: mlb.com
April 27, 2025
Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network reports that the Minnesota Vikings have signed former University of Minnesota quarterback
Max Brosmer as an undrafted free agent. According to Pelissero, the deal includes $250,000 in guaranteed money. The Vikings signed 19 undrafted rookies following the draft. It's a smart move for the organization, adding more quarterback depth on the roster. Brosmer was a fifth-year collegiate athlete, but 2024 was his first season as a Golden Gopher. He was fine, completing 66.5% of his passes for 2,828 yards and an 18:6 TD:INT ratio, though it wasn't his best work. That came in 2023 when he recorded 3,459 yards and 29 TDs, adding another 127 yards and five scores on the ground for the University of New Hampshire. He'll have a shot to surpass quarterbacks
Brett Rypien and the newly acquired
Sam Howell on the depth chart.
--Alex CiullaSource: Tom Pelissero
April 27, 2025
The New York Jets are signing former Michigan Wolverine running back
Donovan Edwards as an undrafted free agent. By all intents and purposes, the Jets had a solid draft, but they didn't stop adding fantastic talent there. The 22-year-old has a nice blend of power and speed (4.44 40-yard dash), though he didn't do anything too noteworthy over his final two seasons at Michigan. However, a sophomore campaign that saw him rush for 7.1 yards per carry over 140 attempts (991 yards) is plenty intriguing enough. Edwards enters a less-than-favorable situation in New York, as he's likely to spend plenty of time behind returning teammates
Breece Hall and
Braelon Allen. He may be able to work his way up to third on the depth chart and potentially enter the conversation as a handcuff in deep formats. Still, it seems unlikely he'll see much playing time in 2025.
--Alex CiullaSource: Zach Pressnell
April 27, 2025
San Francisco Giants second baseman
Tyler Fitzgerald remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers. The 27-year-old was scratched on Saturday with a chest contusion that he suffered making a diving play on a grounder the night before and will now miss his second straight contest. Fantasy managers should still consider the right-handed hitter day-to-day.
Christian Koss will fill in at second base and bat ninth on Sunday. Koss went 1-for-3 with a run scored on Saturday against the Rangers and will face RHP
Jack Leiter on Sunday.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: San Francisco Giants
April 27, 2025
New York Yankees third baseman
Jazz Chisholm Jr. will not serve a one-game suspension related to his ejection for arguing with the umpire during a game on April 17. The 27-year-old proceeded to tweet about the incident from the clubhouse while the game was still going on, which is against MLB policies. A settlement was reached that will allow him to avoid suspension. Heading into Sunday's contest against the Blue Jays, the left-handed hitter was hitting just .172, but has seven home runs, 15 RBI, 15 runs scored, and six stolen bases to go along with a strong 12.6 percent walk rate. The low average hurts his fantasy value in leagues that score that, but the other production is solid in the other four standard categories.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Gary Phillips
April 27, 2025
The Atlanta Falcons have signed former San Jose State Spartan wide receiver
Nick Nash as an undrafted free agent. Despite not making any flashy offensive selections in the draft, the Falcons wasted no time adding talent afterward. Nash became just the fourth FBS player in history to win the triple crown, registering 104 receptions, 1,382 yards, and 16 touchdowns in 2024. He spent the first three seasons of his tenure at San Jose State playing quarterback, transitioning to wideout to start the 2022 campaign. The 24-year-old didn't do much that year (six catches, 62 yards, three TDs), but picked it up in 2023 with a 47/728/8 receiving line. Nash's athleticism won't blow you away, but he recorded 45.9% of the team's receiving yards and touchdowns last season, making him one of the more intriguing undrafted assets.
--Alex CiullaSource: Jeremy Fowler
April 27, 2025
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher
Kevin Gausman had a forgettable day on Sunday, yielding six earned runs in just two-and-two-thirds innings. The veteran threw 71 pitches in all, striking out two and walking a whopping five batters during the short outing. After being removed from the game, the 34-year-old was ejected for arguing with the umpire. The ugly outing leaves the 2x All-Star with a 4.50 ERA (3.89 FIP) over six starts with an 11:28 BB:K in 34 IP. His next start lines up with Cleveland next weekend, and at least a home start in Toronto should help him get back on track.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Toronto Blue Jays
April 27, 2025
The Tennessee Titans have signed former Miami Hurricane wide receiver
Xavier Restrepo as an undrafted free agent, reuniting him with his college quarterback and first-overall pick
Cam Ward. Ward was reportedly a "major advocate" for the wideout, and the two will now get an opportunity to take their collegiate connection to the NFL field. Restrepo spent five seasons in Miami, but didn't break out until 2023 when he recorded an 85/1,092/6 line in 13 games. With the arrival of Ward the following season, the 23-year-old upped his TD total to 11, while notching more yards (1,127) and YPC (16.3) -- leading the Canes in every significant statistical category for pass-catchers. Whether he'll make his way onto the field in three WR sets remains to be seen. However, outside of teammates
Calvin Ridley and
Tyler Lockett, his other target competition isn't too daunting.
--Alex CiullaSource: Turron Davenport
April 27, 2025
Texas Rangers outfielder
Wyatt Langford is sitting in Sunday's series finale against the Giants. It is simply a day of rest for the 23-year-old who has played in six consecutive games since coming off the IL after dealing with an oblique injury. The former first-round draft pick had been cruising at the plate, collecting three three-hit performances over the last week, and is slashing .344/.419/.688 on the year with six home runs and four stolen bases.
Dustin Harris will get the start in left field and bat eighth for the Rangers on Sunday. Harris is hitless in his last nine at-bats and has a 1:9 BB:K through 25 plate appearances, so there are probably better DFS plays available.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Texas Rangers PR
April 27, 2025
The Braves claimed pitcher
Ian Anderson off waivers on Sunday from the Los Angeles Angels. It will be the 26-year-old's second go-round with the Braves after they traded him to Los Angeles earlier this year. Once a promising prospect who was even a key rotation piece during the Braves' 2021 World Series run, the righty hasn't been able to replicate that success ever since, and missed nearly all of 2023 and most of 2024 in his recovery from Tommy John surgery. Anderson is out of minor league options, so he'll start with the big league club, although it's unclear if they plan to use him as a starter or reliever. He posted an 11.57 ERA, 2.57 WHIP, and 2.0 percent K-BB% over nine-and-a-third innings of relief with the Angels, and is best left to the waiver wire for now.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Braves
April 27, 2025
The Miami Marlins optioned starting pitcher
Connor Gillispie to Triple-A Jacksonville on Sunday and recalled reliever
Luarbert Arias. Gillispie made the team's opening day roster, but after allowing seven earned runs in two innings in his latest start, they'll send him back to the minors for more development. Over six starts this season, the righty posted an 8.65 ERA (5.65 FIP), 1.65 WHIP, and a 9.8 percent K-BB%. Both
Eury Perez and
Ryan Weathers began rehab assignments this weekend, so the Marlins should have options in how to replace Gillispie in the rotation in the coming weeks. Arias was with the big league club earlier this month, posting a gaudy 11.37 ERA, 2.05 WHIP, and 6.3 percent K-BB% over six-and-a-third innings of work, leaving little relevance for fantasy purposes.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: Miami Marlins
April 27, 2025
Baltimore Orioles outfielder
Cedric Mullins (illness) is out of the team's lineup for their series finale against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. The 30-year-old has reportedly been battling an illness over the last few days, though he did play all 18 innings across the team's doubleheader on Saturday, so it seems like just some extra rest for him. Mullins has been excellent this season, slashing .279/.421/.547 with six long balls, five doubles, and five steals. Perhaps even more impressive, he's raised his walk rate to a robust 17.1%. If it stands, that'd be the highest figure of his career by far.
Dylan Carlson is covering center field, batting sixth for the O's in their series finale with the Tigers.
--Alex CiullaSource: Roch Kubatko
April 27, 2025
Baltimore Orioles catcher
Adley Rutschman (hand) will not be in the team's lineup on Sunday when they line up against the Detroit Tigers on the road. The switch-hitting backstop was apparently hit in the hand on Saturday during Baltimore's second game of the doubleheader, though he was not pulled from the contest. Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com reports that he'll be available off the bench for the series finale. Rutschman has been struggling at the dish over the last few weeks, tallying just five hits (one home run) over his previous 37 at-bats (.135). Per statcast, the former first-round pick is due for some positive regression, as his xBA of .276 is quite a ways off his actual .209.
Gary Sanchez is behind the plate and batting fifth against Detroit to close out the series.
--Alex CiullaSource: Roch Kubatko
April 27, 2025
Baltimore Orioles infielder
Jordan Westburg (hamstring) will be out of Sunday's lineup for the team's matchup against the Detroit Tigers. Per Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com, the 26-year-old has a sore hamstring that he felt yesterday. Fortunately, the injury does not sound too serious, as Kubatko also noted he'll be available off the bench if needed. Westburg collected four hits in nine at-bats on Saturday across the team's double-header, so he may just be getting an extra bit of rest. He recently broke out of a 0-for-26 slump, so hopefully he'll rejoin the team in a few days. Teammate
Jackson Holliday is manning the keystone for the O's on Sunday, batting ninth.
--Alex CiullaSource: Roch Kubatko
April 27, 2025
Washington Nationals pitcher
Michael Soroka (biceps) is set for his second rehab start on Sunday with Double-A Harrisburg and is expected to go at least five innings. He landed on the injured list earlier this month with a biceps strain, but could rejoin the big-league squad soon if all goes well in his start for the Senators. The Calgary native tossed two innings in his first outing for Harrisburg, letting up two hits and two earned runs over two innings -- punching out three batters. Soroka has never been known for his ability to miss bats, relying on finesse to get batters out. However, he hasn't been a valuable fantasy asset in quite some time. He doesn't appeal much to fantasy managers outside of a potential streaming option in deeper formats.
--Alex CiullaSource: Spencer Nusbaum
April 27, 2025
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman
Spencer Horwitz (wrist) begins his rehab assignment on Sunday, batting leadoff for the Double-A Altoona Curve. The Radford alum has yet to suit up in 2025 as he battled back from wrist surgery that was performed to address "chronic issues." Horwitz hit well the last time we saw him in the big leagues, slashing .265/.357/.433 with 12 homers, 19 doubles, 40 RBI, and 46 runs scored across 328 at-bats. He consistently hit for a high average during his time in the minors and should boost fantasy managers in that department once his rehab program is complete. The 27-year-old has also displayed excellent plate discipline throughout his career.
--Alex CiullaSource: Jon Mozes
April 27, 2025
After fouling a pitch off his knee on Saturday, Los Angeles' first baseman
Nolan Schanuel was removed from the game against the Minnesota Twins. It does not sound too serious, as he underwent further testing, and there is no structural damage. On Sunday, Schanuel also mentioned that he is feeling better. For the time being, he is considered day to day.
J.D. Davis will fill in at first base for the Angels while Schanuel recovers. The Angels have an off day on Monday, so that should help give Schanuel an extra day off before they hit the road to Seattle to take on their division rival, the Mariners, in a two-game series.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: Rhett Bollinger
April 27, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder
Victor Scott II is not in the starting lineup on Sunday as the Milwaukee Brewers send out veteran left-hander
Jose Quintana in the series' finale. While Scott sits,
Brendan Donovan,
Lars Nootbaar, and
Jordan Walker will occupy the three spots in the outfield. Scott has gone 9-for-33 with two walks, four stolen bases, six runs scored, and three RBI over his last 10 games and is now slashing .264/.323/.379 on the season. Scott remains a viable outfielder in deeper league formats. Next up for Scott and the Cardinals is a four-game series on the road in Cincinnati to take on the Reds.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: St. Louis Cardinals
April 27, 2025
New York Mets relief pitcher
A.J. Minter has been placed on the 15-Day IL with a left lat strain. Minter was removed in the eighth inning of Saturday's 2-0 loss to the Nationals due to what was initially reported as left triceps tightness. After further evaluation, testing revealed a left lat strain, and the left-hander will now be shut down from throwing for the short term. The Mets selected
Jose Urena's contract from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. Minter was second on the team in holds with seven on the season, and in the meantime,
Danny Young and
Huascar Brazoban are the most likely candidates to see an uptick in their relief work leading up to closer
Edwin Diaz.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: New York Mets
April 27, 2025
Minnesota Twins outfielder
Byron Buxton is sitting on Sunday against the Los Angeles Angels with right-hander
Jose Soriano toeing the rubber for the Angels. Buxton has been productive lately, with three home runs, six RBIs, and a stolen base in the last seven days. On the season, he is now slashing .237/.269/.505 with six home runs, 22 runs scored, and 15 RBI with six stolen bases. This figures to be a planned off day for Buxton, as the Twins go for the sweep on Sunday. Filling in for Buxton will be
DaShawn Keirsey Jr. in left field, as
Harrison Bader shifts over to center field. Next up for Buxton and the Twins will be a four-game series against the Cleveland Guardians on the road.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: Minnesota Twins
April 27, 2025
Cincinnati Reds' second baseman
Matt McLain will take a seat on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies, with right-hander
Ryan Feltner starting for the Rockies. McLain has had a tough week, going 1-for-22 with 11 strikeouts. It was disappointing for fantasy managers to see McLain's production level this week, as the Reds had a smash spot for their hitters with a weekend series in Coors. This is an opportunity for McLain to reset after a tough week. In the meantime,
Gavin Lux will play second base and
Noelvi Marte will play third base, with
Jeimer Candelario occupying the designated hitter spot in the lineup. Next up for the Reds is a seven-game home stand against the St. Louis Cardinals and the Washington Nationals.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: Cincinnati Reds
April 27, 2025
According to New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone, relief pitcher
Luke Weaver will get most of the Yankees' save opportunities moving forward. Boone didn't rule out using Weaver earlier in games in a prominent spot and then leaning on other relievers in the ninth, though. This news broke shortly after Boone announced that
Devin Williams has been removed from the closer role for now. Williams has been struggling mightily in 2025, with an 11.25 ERA in 10 appearances. On the other hand, Weaver has not allowed an earned run in 13 innings pitched. Weaver immediately gets a short-term fantasy boost in both points and category leagues. It's still unclear what the plan will be in a month or two, but for now, Weaver will be used in closing situations, or at the very least, the highest leverage opportunities. He is a must-add in all formats that value saves and relief pitching.
--Nicho Roessler - RotoBallerSource: Max Goodman
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