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Anthony Edwards Officially Listed as Week-to-Week
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) was officially listed as week-to-week by the team ahead of Monday's Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets. He was already expected to miss multiple weeks after injuring his left knee in Game 4 on Saturday. The team is optimistic about Edwards returning in these playoffs. "We do know that if we keep extending this playoff series, he is going to come back," Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said Monday morning. "And he generally comes back ahead of the timeline." With Edwards sidelined, Julius Randle and Ayo Dosunmu are set to lead the offense. His absence also boosts Mike Conley's and Bones Hyland's fantasy appeal.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Fernando Tatis Jr. Starting at Second Base Again on Monday
San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. is making another start at second base and will bat in the two-hole for Monday's series opener at Petco Park against the visiting Chicago Cubs and left-hander Matthew Boyd, according to MLB.com. This will be Tatis' fourth start at second for the Friars this year, bringing him closer to gaining eligibility at the keystone in fantasy baseball leagues. Not only is this trend making the 27-year-old Dominican more attractive in fantasy, but the three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger winner has gotten even hotter at the plate of late. Tatis is still searching for his first home run of 2026, but otherwise, fantasy managers can't complain, as he's gone 8-for-29 (.276) with two RBI, three runs scored, and two stolen bases in his last seven games, dating back to April 18. He'll be hoping to turn things around against Boyd in the series opener in SD on Monday. In six career at-bats against Boyd, Tatis is hitting just .167 with one RBI.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Andres Gimenez "Banged Up," Available Off the Bench on Monday
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said he's giving a "banged-up" shortstop, Andres Gimenez (undisclosed), a breather on Monday against the Boston Red Sox, according to Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. It explains why Gimenez will be missing a second straight game, but he will be available off the bench if needed. Ernie Clement got the start at the 6 on Monday in the series opener for Toronto, while Lenyn Sosa made the start at the keystone against Red Sox left-hander Ranger Suarez. Fantasy managers will want to check back to see if the 27-year-old Gimenez is back in the lineup for Game 2 of the series on Tuesday at Rogers Centre. The Venezuelan infielder has always been known as a glove-over-bat player, but Gimenez is off to a strong start offensively in 2026, hitting .287 (27-for-94) with three home runs, 16 RBI, four steals, and eight runs scored in his first 26 games played. Gimenez has never reached the 20-homer mark in his six MLB seasons, and after back-to-back 30-steal seasons in 2023 and 2023 with Cleveland, he has only stolen 16 bases since, including his four from 2026.
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Arden Zwelling
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Arden Zwelling
Jordan Goodwin Still Out Monday
Phoenix Suns guard/forward Jordan Goodwin (calf) will remain sidelined in Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. The team initially listed him as questionable, and Goodwin was considered a game-time call. Since Phoenix lost Goodwin to a calf injury, Collin Gillespie has started back-to-back games. He has made an all-around impact, averaging 7.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.5 steals. Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale also have greater fantasy appeal without Goodwin, though the Suns will likely lean heavily on the starting unit as they face elimination on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Cooper Flagg Wins Rookie of the Year Award
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg was named the NBA's Rookie of the Year on Monday. The 19-year-old becomes the third Mavericks player to win the award, joining Jason Kidd and Luka Doncic. He was deserving of the honor after averaging 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 33.5 minutes per game across 70 games. Flagg led all rookies in points per game and was tied for first in assists. He lived up to the hype and his fourth-round ADP that will certainly rise after this season. The Mavericks have a cornerstone franchise player that they should be able to build around for years to come.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Kevin Huerter is Available to Play in Game 4
Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (hip) is available to play ahead of Monday's Game 4 against the Orlando Magic. Huerter is back in the mix after leaving Game 3 with left hip soreness. He only played 15 minutes in the game and didn't finish with any points. Normally, Huerter is a decent source of three-pointers, but he doesn't offer a ton of value outside of that. Huerter will likely continue to play minutes in the teens, which probably won't result in much DFS value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Joel Embiid is Probable for Game 5
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (abdomen) is listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's Game 5 against the Boston Celtics. Embiid made his return to the court on Sunday after missing almost three weeks due to an emergency appendectomy. He played well with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists across 34 minutes of action in the loss. It appears the big man is finally healthy enough to play at full speed again. The Sixers have an uphill battle to climb as they're down 3-1 as they head into Tuesday's game. The return of Embiid means that Andre Drummond and Adem Bona will likely have extremely reduced roles.
Source: Austin Krell
Source: Austin Krell
Austin Reaves Could Return for Game 5
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (oblique) has a chance at returning for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Houston Rockets. Reaves was considered questionable for Game 4, but ultimately sat out of the contest. It sounds like possibly the Lakers were holding out Reaves as a precaution, with the team holding a 3-0 lead at the time. Now, the Lakers are up 3-1 as they head to Los Angeles for Wednesday's Game 5. Reaves appears to be trending in the right direction to return for that game to help the Lakers finish off the series. His return to the court would likely mean reduced roles for Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard. Fantasy managers will need to check back ahead of tip-off on Wednesday for another update.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Luka Doncic Officially Won't Play During First-Round Series
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) will officially remain sidelined for the entire first-round series. There was some hope that Doncic would play, but they'd decided to sit him out entirely. The Lakers currently hold a 3-1 lead over the Houston Rockets right now. It seems like the Lakers are going to be fine without Doncic, and hope that he returns for the next round. His absence should mean increased offensive workloads for LeBron James, Rui Hachimara, and Deandre Ayton.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jonathan Isaac to Remain Out for Game 4
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. Isaac continues to deal with a sprained left knee that has kept him sidelined for nearly two months. It's unclear if Isaac is going to play at all during this series. Even if he does suit up eventually, Isaac will likely have an extremely limited role in the rotation. His continued absence should mean a larger role for Jamal Cain. He has been playing minutes in the teens and isn't worth a look as a DFS option right now.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
George Springer Close to Returning, Won't Need a Rehab Assignment
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/designated hitter George Springer (toe) will run the bases and hit again on Tuesday, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Springer is close to returning from the 10-day injured list and will not need to go on a minor-league rehab assignment, manager John Schneider said. The 36-year-old veteran has missed the last two weeks with a fractured leg big toe, but if he feels good after another workout at Rogers Centre on Tuesday, he could be activated from the IL before Tuesday's contest against the division-rival Boston Red Sox. Before fracturing his toe, Springer was struggling at the plate in his first 14 games of 2026, going 10-for-54 (.185) with two home runs, four doubles, six RBI, four runs scored, and a stolen base. The four-time All-Star could have a tough time duplicating his late-career resurgence in 2025, but Springer still deserves to be rostered in all fantasy baseball leagues as the Blue Jays' primary DH when he's healthy. Springer is rostered in 92% of Yahoo leagues despite being on the IL the last two-plus weeks.
Source: MLB.com - Keegan Matheson
Source: MLB.com - Keegan Matheson
Max Scherzer Goes on Injured List With Forearm, Ankle Injuries
The Toronto Blue Jays announced on Monday that they placed right-hander Max Scherzer (forearm, ankle) on the 15-day injured list with right-forearm tendinitis and left-ankle inflammation and recalled right-hander Chase Lee from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Scherzer continues to battle through injuries and poor performance at the end of his illustrious career. The 41-year-old three-time Cy Young winner and eight-time All-Star just doesn't have much left in the tank at this point and cannot stay healthy. He was tagged for seven runs in just 2 1/3 innings in a loss to the Cleveland Guardians in his last start, and he is now sporting a 9.64 ERA and 1.61 WHIP with 10 strikeouts and eight walks in his 18 2/3 frames over five starts for Toronto in his second season with the team. The future Hall of Famer is rostered in just 8% of Yahoo leagues now, and he is not a must-stash anywhere at this point. With Scherzer back on the shelf, left-hander Eric Lauer could be primed for a return to the starting rotation.
Source: Toronto Blue Jays
Source: Toronto Blue Jays
Cubs Activate Phil Maton From Injured List, the New Temporary Closer?
The Chicago Cubs reinstated right-hander reliever Phil Maton (knee) from the 15-day injured list on Monday and optioned Charlie Barnes to Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding move, according to Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network. Maton will be returning to the Cubs bullpen since landing on the IL back on April 10 with right-knee tendinitis. The 33-year-old veteran reliever allowed six earned runs on six hits (one homer) while walking four and striking out five in four innings of work out of the bullpen before his knee injury, but he had a nice 2.79 ERA with a career-high five saves, and an 81:23 K:BB in 61 1/3 innings for the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers last year. The Cubs' pitching staff has been decimated by injuries early in the year, so Maton could see opportunities to pick up more saves in Chicago now that he's healthy. In addition to Maton, Ben Brown, Jacob Webb, and Hoby Milner could be involved in a committee approach for manager Craig Counsell. Fantasy managers desperate for saves in deeper leagues should consider stashing Maton, who is rostered in only 4% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Marquee Sports Network - Taylor McGregor
Source: Marquee Sports Network - Taylor McGregor
Max Muncy Feeling Better, Starting at Third Base on Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (illness) is back at third base and will hit sixth on Monday against the visiting Miami Marlins and right-hander Chris Paddack in the series opener at Dodger Stadium, according to MLB.com. Muncy missed Saturday's win over the Chicago Cubs due to an illness, and he was held out of the series finale on Sunday as a regular day of rest. The veteran left-handed-hitting slugger is feeling much better to start the new week, and he should be returned to starting fantasy lineups where he's rostered. The 35-year-old two-time All-Star has been swinging a hot bat in the first month of the 2026 season, slashing .300/.394/.633 with a 1.028 OPS, nine home runs, 11 RBI, and 22 runs scored in 26 games played. Muncy should especially be back in starting lineups against a right-handed pitcher prone to the long ball. In 15 career at-bats against Paddack, Muncy is hitting .267 with a 1.189 OPS and two solo home runs.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Will Smith Back in Action in Series Opener Against Marlins
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (back) is behind the plate to catch right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto and will hit third for the Dodgers in Monday's series opener against the visiting Miami Marlins and right-hander Chris Paddack, according to MLB.com. Smith missed the final two games of the Dodgers' series over the weekend against the Chicago Cubs with back tightness, but he's back for the start of the new week and should be returned to all starting fantasy lineups. With Smith back, Dalton Rushing will head to the bench. Smith, a three-time All-Star, will return to a .266/.337/.392 slash line with a .729 OPS, three home runs, 14 RBI, and 11 runs scored in his 79 total at-bats this year. In four career at-bats against Paddack, Smith has one hit, two RBI, and a .750 OPS. In 10 games since April 13, Smith has gone 8-for-35 (.229) with a homer, double, seven RBI, and three runs scored for the Blue.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Josh Jung Hitting Second in Rangers Order Against Yankees
Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung is hitting second in the batting order for Monday's series opener against the visiting New York Yankees and left-hander Max Fried, according to MLB.com. Jung has been healthy of late and is red-hot at the dish, going 21-for-56 (.375) with four home runs and 13 RBI in his last 15 games for the Rangers. Overall, the oft-injured 28-year-old is batting .308 (28-for-91) with four home runs, 14 RBI, 12 runs scored, and a stolen base in 25 games played. Jung hasn't been all that great against left-handed pitching so far in 2026, though, going 4-for-22 (.182) against them with one of his four home runs in 24 plate appearances. He'll be facing one of the toughest southpaws in the league on Monday night against Fried, too. Jung's move up in the batting order reflects how hot he's been recently, and fantasy managers in need of corner-infield help should consider adding him off the waiver wire. Jung is rostered in 41% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Giancarlo Stanton Out Again on Monday, Heading for Injured List?
New York Yankees outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) continues to sit out of the starting nine for Monday's series opener against the hosting Texas Rangers and right-hander Jack Leiter at Globe Life Field, according to MLB.com. Jasson Dominguez, who was just called up from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, will start at DH and will bat sixth against Leiter. Despite Dominguez's return and Stanton's injury, which he suffered on Friday against the Houston Astros, the Yankees will hold off on putting Stanton on the 10-day injured list for now. The New York Post's Greg Joyce reports that it looks as though the Yankees will play a pitcher short during their series in Texas and give Stanton a chance to return sooner than if they had put him on the IL. The 36-year-old Stanton is missing his third game in a row due to right-calf soreness. It's still unclear if Stanton will eventually require an IL stint, but fantasy managers looking for outfield help should consider acquiring Dominguez off the waiver wire after his hot start offensively in the minors. Dominguez could become a lineup regular if Stanton misses more time. UPDATE: Stanton went for an MRI exam on his calf on Monday.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Josh Naylor Back in Starting Lineup on Monday
Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (quadriceps) is starting at first base and is batting cleanup for Monday's series opener in Minnesota against the Twins and rookie left-hander Connor Prielipp, according to MLB.com. Naylor needed just one day to recover from quadriceps tightness and is right back in the lineup after missing Sunday's series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. Fantasy managers will be hoping that Naylor can pick up right where he left off at the plate, as he had gone 12-for-25 (.480) with a home run, four RBI, three runs scored, and four stolen bases over his last seven games. The 28-year-old left-handed-hitting Canadian has hit just .208 (21-for-101) on the year with three home runs, 11 RBI, seven runs scored, and four steals in 101 at-bats. Fantasy managers might want to keep Naylor benched against a lefty he's never faced. Naylor has gone 4-for-24 (.167) against lefties so far in 2026, with none of his three homers coming against them.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jason Zucker Probable for Game 5 Against Bruins
Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (undisclosed) is considered probable for Tuesday's Game 5 tilt against the Boston Bruins, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. The veteran forward left Sunday's Game 4 win midway through the third period. However, Zucker doesn't appear to be dealing with a serious injury and is likely to play as Buffalo attempts to finish off Boston on Tuesday. After four games in the series, Zucker is still searching for his first points. He has cooled off following a four-game point streak to end the regular season. Tyson Kozak (undisclosed), who also didn't finish Sunday's contest, is probable for Tuesday as well.
Source: Heather Engel
Source: Heather Engel
Josh Norris Could Return to Action Tuesday
Buffalo Sabres center Josh Norris (undisclosed) might be available on Tuesday night against the Boston Bruins, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. On Sunday, Norris was unavailable for a second consecutive game after sustaining an undisclosed injury early in the first-round series. He was hot at the end of the regular season, totaling eight points (three goals, five assists) in the last seven games. However, the Bruins have kept him off the score sheet in the playoffs, limiting Norris to two SOG. If he's cleared to play, Norris will compete for a middle-six role and be an option for the power-play units.
Source: Heather Engel
Source: Heather Engel
Nikita Zadorov Questionable for Game 5
Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (undisclosed) is questionable for Game 5 against the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday, Steve Conroy of The Boston Herald reports. The Russian rearguard wasn't on the ice for Monday's practice and could be unavailable for only the second time this season. Zadorov has contributed one assist in four postseason contests, while averaging four hits per game. Boston will miss his physicality and penalty-killing ability if he isn't available for Game 5. Mason Lohrei, who was a healthy scratch in Sunday's Game 4, could get an opportunity to rejoin the lineup.
Source: Steve Conroy
Source: Steve Conroy
Viktor Arvidsson Considered Questionable for Tuesday
Boston Bruins winger Viktor Arvidsson (upper body) didn't practice on Monday and is questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Buffalo Sabres, Steve Conroy of The Boston Herald reports. Arvidsson sustained an upper-body injury in Sunday's Game 4 loss. In the playoffs, the Swedish veteran has tallied two goals in four games, sending 11 pucks on the net. He is carrying a minus-four rating, having finished scoreless three times. Arvidsson has been part of the second line and the second power-play unit in Boston, making him a significant loss for the team if he can't play on Tuesday night.
Source: Steve Conroy
Source: Steve Conroy
Nils Lundkvist Won't Play Tuesday
Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist (face) won't be available for Game 5 against the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. He sustained a deep facial laceration in Saturday's Game 4 loss and missed Monday's practice. "We should see him before this series is over, but you won't see him tomorrow," Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan said after the practice session. In four postseason games, Lundkvist has recorded two assists, two SOG, six blocks, two hits, and a plus-one rating. Dallas will replace Lundkvist on Tuesday with Ilya Lyubushkin, Alexander Petrovic, or Kyle Capobianco.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
Yakov Trenin Could Be an Option Tuesday
Minnesota Wild forward Yakov Trenin (upper body) could return to action on Tuesday in Game 5 against the Dallas Stars, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. He has missed two games due to an upper-body injury, but Trenin practiced fully on Monday, suggesting he might be ready to return. Wild head coach John Hynes officially labeled Trenin as questionable, along with fellow forward Mats Zuccarello (upper body). Nico Sturm and Danila Yurov are expected to sit out Tuesday's game if Trenin and Zuccarello return. Trenin would primarily add physicality to the Wild lineup, having led the NHL with 413 hits in 82 games during the regular season.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
Mats Zuccarello Questionable for Game 5
Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello (upper body) is questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Dallas Stars, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. The Norwegian veteran practiced fully on Monday, but Wild head coach John Hynes labeled him as questionable for Tuesday night. After recording a hat trick of assists in Game 1, Zuccarello has missed the last three contests due to an upper-body injury. If Zuccarello returns on Tuesday, Bobby Brink would be bumped from the first line. The Wild's first power-play unit would also have a different look. Late in the season, Zuccarello has been spectacular when in the lineup, recording multiple points in six of his last seven appearances.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Amid Slump, Luke Raley Still Worthy of Roster Consideration?
Seattle Mariners outfielder Luke Raley continued his skid on Sunday, going 0-for-3 at the plate, and he's now hitless in his last 12 at-bats and is 1-for-19 (.053) over his last 10 games. Of course, as a career .232 hitter coming into the season, the 6-foot-3 slugger was probably overdue for some regression after starting the year 20-for-59 (.339). Still, with bat speed, hard-hit rate, barrel rate, and average exit velocity all 89th percentile or better, expect more home runs from the left-handed hitter, even if the batting average doesn't return. He's seen just two plate appearances against left-handed pitching all season, which puts a cap on his production ceiling in season-long leagues, although leagues with daily lineup changes alleviate that problem somewhat. With a career ISO of .216 and wRC+ of 127 against righties, though, he could be a solid DFS play on days where the Mariners have a high implied run total and are facing a right-hander.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Moises Ballesteros Continues to Trend Upward, Worth Adding Off the Wire?
Chicago Cubs catcher/designated hitter Moises Ballesteros has been raking to begin 2026. The diminutive backstop has collected an extra-base hit in three consecutive games (three doubles, one home run), and is now slashing a robust .397/.446/.690 on the year with a .486 wOBA and 215 wRC+. The drawback right now is that he is exclusively being deployed against right-handed pitchers, with five plate appearances against LHP and 60 against RHP, while averaging under three plate appearances per game so far. With how hot he is, though, the Cubs' former top prospect warrants consideration for a roster spot, especially in leagues that allow daily lineup changes. This is a kid who was a .303 career hitter in 182 games at Triple-A and who hit .298 in his 20-game debut in 2025, so if his advanced hit tool earns him more at-bats, more production will follow. The 22-year-old is available in almost 80 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and should be a regular DFS consideration when the Cubs are facing a right-hander.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
What Does Power Outage Mean for Jake Bauers' Fantasy Value?
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers has done a fine job filling in at first base this season after expected starter Andrew Vaughn (hand) hit the injured list before the season began. Bauers hit five home runs in his first 15 games this season, and although he is in the midst of a 10-game homerless drought, the left-handed slugger is also currently riding a five-game hit streak. During this streak, he's gone 8-for-21 (.381) with three doubles, and is now slashing .261/.316/.477 for the year with a .339 wOBA and 115 wRC+. Expected stats like xBA and xwOBA are in line with his actual statistics, so there doesn't appear to be any signs of regression one way or the other, and with bat speed, hard-hit rate, and average exit velocity all 92nd-percentile or better, more long balls should be on the way. Vaughn could be back by mid-May, so Bauers' playing time could become diminished, but for now, he's worth adding from the waiver wire for managers looking for some power production, and is available in over 80 percent of leagues.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Ronny Mauricio a Sneaky Power Bat Available on the Waiver Wire
New York Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio is a name to consider on the waiver wire this week as the Mets recently called up their former top prospect when Francisco Lindor (calf) went on the injured list. Mauricio was hitting .293 at Triple-A and was already up to six home runs and five steals this season in just 15 games. The steals aren't something fantasy managers should expect in the majors, but he could be a sneaky source of power while filling in at shortstop. The 6-foot-3 Dominican hit six home runs last season with the Mets in only 61 games, and was the owner of the 10th-hardest hit ball in the majors at 117.3 mph back in 2023, the year he debuted. The switch-hitter is 3-for-6 in his last two games, is eligible at both 2B and 3B in Yahoo! leagues, and should soon gain eligibility at SS.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Anthony Volpe a Priority Injured List Stash?
New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (shoulder) is rostered in just nine percent of Yahoo! leagues, but with his expected return to the big league club this week, that number should probably be higher. The former first-round draft pick had a 20/20 season in his debut season of 2023, and was nearly 20/20 again last year (19 home runs, 18 steals). The right-handed hitter will likely be a drain on batting average, but he's hitting .308 through eight rehab games in the minors, so perhaps there's hope he could outproduce his career batting average of .222. Also, hitting anywhere in the league's fifth-best run-producing lineup (5.21 runs/game) should carry plenty of RBI and run-scoring opportunities. The soon-to-be-25-year-old is worth a look in most 12-team mixed leagues and could be stashed away ahead of his return.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
