March 16, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Santi Aldama (knee) will undergo a season-ending arthroscopic procedure to address lingering right knee discomfort after missing extended time down the stretch. The 25-year-old enjoyed a career year, producing 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 27.9 minutes across 43 appearances.
Olivier-Maxence Prosper and
Taylor Hendricks should continue seeing expanded roles, with Prosper recently scoring 17 points with three three-pointers in 22 minutes and Hendricks adding five rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 30 minutes. Both profile as deep-league streamers, while
GG Jackson II (foot) could also factor in once healthy.
--Brian DailisanSource: Brett Siegel
March 16, 2026
San Francisco 49ers running back
Christian McCaffrey is a typical sell-high candidate in dynasty fantasy football leagues this offseason. Dynasty strategy strongly encourages managers to sell high on injury-prone skill players in their thirties coming off a top finish. However, moving McCaffrey at this point is far easier said than done, mostly because he's not comparable to any other running back in the NFL. Sure, he'll be 30 by the time the 2026 regular season gets underway, and yes, he missed 13 games in 2024. However, he was healthy for all 17 in 2025, he eclipsed 2,100 yards, and he finished as the clear-cut RB1 in fantasy scoring. Managers are encouraged to explore trade offers for McCaffrey, but they shouldn't sell high just for the sake of getting some compensation before it's too late in his career. Trading McCaffrey should still fetch a very significant, full-price package in dynasty leagues, because the 49ers' running back has overall RB1 upside again in 2026, and he should remain a top-10 option for at least a couple more years. Plus, the 49ers have shown no willingness to reduce his workload. They barely used backup
Brian Robinson Jr. last season, and they have not yet brought in a replacement for Robinson in free agency.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 16, 2026
Sacramento Kings center
Drew Eubanks (thumb) is set to undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb, and he is likely to miss most of the remaining schedule.
Maxime Raynaud should continue handling starting duties after delivering eight points and 12 rebounds in 29 minutes last game, putting him on the radar as a rebounds streamer.
Dylan Cardwell chipped in seven rebounds in 16 minutes and could earn a larger role as he ramps up following his recent return. Raynaud is the safer add for now, while Cardwell is a name to watch in deeper leagues if his minutes climb.
--Brian DailisanSource: Matt George
March 16, 2026
Utah Jazz guard
Isaiah Collier (knee) did not return to Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings after suffering a right knee contusion, finishing with 21 points, five rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 24 minutes. With the second-year guard likely to miss time on a shorthanded, development-focused roster,
Bez Mbeng could see a steady run after logging 33 minutes with modest counting stats in his last outing.
Brice Sensabaugh and
Cody Williams may also see added usage. Collier remains a hold in deeper leagues, while Mbeng profiles as a speculative deep-league assist and steals streamer if he draws a start
--Brian DailisanSource: Utah Jazz
March 16, 2026
Boston Red Sox left-handed pitching prospect
Connelly Early has looked good so far at spring training as he competes for the final spot in the Boston starting rotation. Across 12 innings, the left-hander has held a 2.25 ERA with a 1.08 WHIP while striking nine hitters. He has allowed just three free passes. Early made his MLB debut in the second half of the 2025 campaign and posted a 2.23 ERA and 1.09 WHIP over his first 19 1/3 innings in the majors. During this impressive debut, he racked up 29 punchouts with a stellar 5.1% BB%. However, despite his high upside,
Johan Oviedo is trending towards claiming the No. 5 spot in the starting rotation, which would send Early to Triple-A Worcester. Even though he will likely begin the season in the minor leagues, he should contend for a first-half return to Boston. He is worth stashing in deeper leagues ahead of Opening Day.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 16, 2026
Cincinnati Reds infield prospect
Sal Stewart has continued to play at an elite level during spring training and appears ticketed for a major role during his first full MLB season. Through 13 spring games, the team's top infield prospect has held a dominant .355/.487/.613 line with two home runs and four stolen bases. This is an excellent sign for Stewart as he looked just as comfortable during his first taste of MLB action last summer. Over his first 18 games in Cincinnati, Stewart held a .255/.293/.545 line with five long balls. Earlier in the campaign, Stewart hit 10 home runs while swiping four bags across a brief 38-game stint at Triple-A, showcasing his five-category upside. Given Stewart's ability to play at several positions, he carries elite breakout appeal heading into the 2026 season, as he should have an everyday role in the offense.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 16, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect
Eduardo Quintero is a name to keep a close eye on during the 2026 season. Quintero is currently considered the No. 30 overall prospect on MLB.com and the No. 3-ranked prospect in the system. In 2025, Quintero spent his time in the lower levels of the season, shared between Low-A and High-A. At Low-A, Quintero logged 81 games to the tune of a .301/.426/.533 slash line with 18 doubles, 14 home runs, and 35 stolen bases. Then, during his first 32 games at High-A Great Lakes, Quintero posted a strong .259/.384/.440 line with an .824 OPS. Given that he only had a brief taste of High-A, managers should expect him to begin the 2026 regular season at that level. However, the 20-year-old appears ticketed for an early promotion to Double-A, which keeps him on track for a 2027 MLB debut.
--Andy SmithSource: MiLB.com
March 16, 2026
Minnesota Twins outfield prospect
Walker Jenkins (hamstring) is expected to be ready for the beginning of the Triple-A regular season, according to Bobby Nightengale of The Minnesota Star Tribune. The team's top prospect is dealing with a Grade 1 hamstring strain but is not expected to be limited in any capacity ahead of the start of the regular season. Jenkins was in the mix to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster but was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul to continue his development earlier in March. However, a hot start should push me into serious promotion conversations. Last season, Jenkins played 23 games at Triple-A and hit for a .242/.324/.396 line with two home runs and four stolen bases. Managers in deeper five-outfielder leagues should pay close attention to his early-season production as he could emerge as a high-end stash candidate.
--Andy SmithSource: Bobby Nightengale
March 16, 2026
Chicago Cubs first base prospect
Jonathon Long (elbow) went 1-for-3 with an RBI during his return on Saturday against the Colorado Rockies. The first base prospect has been on the shelf for all of March due to this minor elbow sprain. However, seeing that he has already returned to action suggests he will not face many restrictions by the start of the regular season. Per MLB.com, Long is considered the team's No. 7-ranked prospect. In 2025, Long spent his entire campaign with Triple-A Iowa and appears destined to begin his 2026 season there as well. Over his first 140 games with the Iowa Cubs, Long held a .325/.404/.479 line with an .883 OPS and 20 home runs. Given that
Michael Busch holds the everyday role at first base on the MLB roster, Long will likely have to wait for an injury to earn his first call to the big leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 16, 2026
Miami Marlins catching prospect
Joe Mack was sent to Triple-A Jacksonville on Sunday afternoon. The young catcher was unlikely to break camp with the MLB roster and will now officially begin his 2026 season at the top level of the minor leagues. The 23-year-old spent most of spring training as the No. 3 catcher on the depth chart behind breakout
Agustin Ramirez and
Liam Hicks. In 2025, Mack spent most of his season with Triple-A and posted a solid .250/.302/.459 slash line with 18 doubles, 18 home runs, and a 115:35 K:BB. He also swiped eight bags. Earlier in the season, he posted an elite .318/.464/.614 line over a brief taste of Double-A action. Even though Mack was unable to crack the Opening Day roster, he remains on track for a first-half promotion and is worth monitoring in deeper two-catcher leagues.
--Andy SmithSource: Miami Marlins
March 15, 2026
Anaheim Ducks right winger Troy Terry had a goal and two assists as the Ducks collected two big points in Montreal on Sunday. In his first game since Feb. 25, Terry made his impact felt with three points in just 14 minutes of ice time. The Ducks' first line had a huge game, with Terry, Leo Carlsson, and Chris Kreider all recording multi-point nights.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 15, 2026
Anahiem Ducks center Leo Carlsson scored two goals and had one assist in a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday. He was in a mini-slump with zero points in his last four games, but he broke out of it in a big way. The Swedish forward now has 23 goals and 32 assists in 55 games and is a key part of the Ducks' offense as they try to win the Pacific division.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 15, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans guard
Dejounte Murray (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks and could miss time, depending on how he responds at shootaround. If he sits, rookie guard
Jeremiah Fears could see more minutes after posting nine points with three three-pointers and one rebound in 13 minutes off the bench last game. Fears is a speculative deep-league streamer for managers needing points and threes.
Trey Murphy III and
Zion Williamson would likely take on more playmaking responsibilities.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Miami Marlins starting pitcher
Sandy Alcantara has reportedly been named the starter if the Dominican Republic advances to the World Baseball Classic final. On Sunday, DR manager
Albert Pujols announced that Alcantara will get the ball if they make it through Team USA on Sunday night. The 30-year-old would take on either Venezuela or Italy in the WBC final. Alcantara gave up three runs over three innings of work earlier in the tournament versus Venezuela. It'll be interesting to see if the former CY Young award winner can rebound, assuming the DR advances on Sunday night.
--Andy WebbSource: Jordan McPherson
March 15, 2026
Houston Rockets forward/center
Alperen Sengun (back) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Lakers and could miss a second straight game due to low back pain. His absence would open frontcourt minutes, with
Dorian Finney-Smith logging 27 minutes as a spot starter last game, finishing with four rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block, while
Clint Capela produced nine points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four blocks in 22 minutes. Capela looks like a solid defensive streamer for managers needing blocks, while Finney-Smith is more of a deep-league option due to his limited offensive role.
Kevin Durant could also see a slight usage bump if Sengun sits, with more scoring responsibility likely falling on his shoulders.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Chicago Cubs outfielder
Seiya Suzuki (knee) was removed from Saturday's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal after suffering an apparent injury. Suzuki suffered a right knee injury while attempting to steal second base in the loss to Venezuela. He'll head from Miami back to Arizona, so the Cubs' training staff can do an evaluation. When asked for an update, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said it's best to wait and see what the doctors and trainers say. Suzuki is a main cog in the middle of the Cubs' lineup, so Suzuki missing time would be a significant blow to their roster. An extended absence would likely free up additional playing time for
Kevin Alcantara and
Matt Shaw to begin the season.
--Andy WebbSource: Patrick Mooney
March 15, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward/center
Noah Clowney (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Trail Blazers as the team manages his workload. His absence should open additional minutes in the frontcourt, with
Danny Wolf coming off a 15-point, 10-rebound performance with two assists and one three-pointer in 27 minutes last game. Wolf looks like a solid streaming option while the opportunity remains.
Josh Minott could also see more chances after scoring 14 points with three three-pointers in 22 minutes.
Nicolas Claxton's (rest) return should help solidify the rotation and may cut into the upside of Brooklyn's other big men.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, marking his third straight absence as he continues to recover from a right ankle sprain.
Danny Wolf should continue seeing a larger role after producing 15 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and one three-pointer in 27 minutes as a starter in the last game. Wolf looks like a solid streaming option.
Ziaire Williams and
Josh Minott could also see more opportunities after combining for 23 points and five three-pointers, though both remain riskier fantasy plays due to fluctuating roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Cleveland Guardians third baseman
Jose Ramirez (shoulder) was removed early during Saturday's Cactus League matchup against the Chicago White Sox. Ramirez jammed his left shoulder while doing a head-first slide into third base. After the game, Guardians manager
Stephen Vogt said that Ramirez is day-to-day with left shoulder inflammation. Fantasy managers can take a sigh of relief as it doesn't appear that Ramirez has suffered a significant injury. He could still potentially miss time, but this doesn't sound like something that will require a lengthy absence. The Guardians might have Ramirez undergo further testing, so fantasy managers should check back for another update on the superstar slugger.
--Andy WebbSource: Tim Stebbins
March 15, 2026
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Warriors as the team manages his workload heading into the first leg of a back-to-back set. The second-year big man is expected to have a chance to return Tuesday against Detroit.
Tristan Vukcevic could step into a larger role after posting 22 points, three rebounds, one assist, one steal, and six three-pointers in 20 minutes off the bench last game. Vukcevic looks like the clear streaming target, while
Anthony Gill and
Julian Reese could also see more opportunities with Washington short on frontcourt options.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Houston Astros designated hitter
Yordan Alvarez appears to be fully healthy heading into the regular season. Last year, Alvarez was limited to 47 games due to a fractured hand and ankle sprain. When healthy, Alvarez posted solid numbers, but the Astros are hopeful to get a full season from him in 2026. Recently, Alvarez said that his swing is feeling pretty good right now and that he's almost back to normal. So far this spring, Alvarez is slashing .316/.350/.579 with one home run and four RBI in seven games. Currently, Alvarez is sitting around 30.0 ADP, which seems like a fair spot for him.
--Andy WebbSource: Brian McTaggart
March 15, 2026
New York Knicks forward/center
Jeremy Sochan (illness) is available for Sunday's matchup against the Warriors after sitting out Friday. The 22-year-old has played only limited reserve minutes recently, including a three-minute outing March 11 against Utah when he posted four points, one rebound, and one steal. With
Karl-Anthony Towns,
OG Anunoby, and
Mitchell Robinson healthy, Sochan remains buried in the frontcourt rotation. His limited role caps his fantasy value, making him a low-impact option outside of very deep leagues.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher
Cade Povich has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Sunday. Povich was in the mix for one of the final rotational spots, but didn't make the cut. He struggled with a 4.32 ERA and seven walks across 8.1 innings of work during Spring Training. The southpaw opened the 2025 season with the O's, but struggled to post consistent numbers. He registered a 5.21 ERA, 1.49 WHIP, and a 118/43 K/BB ratio across 22 games (20 starts) with the Orioles in 2025. Povich figures to serve as depth in the minor leagues while
Zach Eflin and
Dean Kremer hold down the final spots in the rotation.
--Andy WebbSource: Jacob Calvin Meyer
March 15, 2026
Golden State Warriors center
Omer Yurtseven is set to be available Sunday against the Knicks after signing a 10-day contract to help address the team's depleted frontcourt. With
Draymond Green (back),
Al Horford (calf), and
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) all sidelined, Yurtseven could see immediate rotation minutes alongside
Quinten Post. The 27-year-old averaged 4.6 points and 4.3 rebounds in 11.4 minutes across 48 games with Utah during the 2023-24 season and remains a speculative deep-league fantasy add for now.
--Brian DailisanSource: Ian Begley
March 15, 2026
Golden State Warriors center
Quinten Post (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Knicks and could see a larger role with
Draymond Green (back),
Al Horford (calf), and
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) all sidelined. Post logged seven points, three rebounds, and one three-pointer in 12 minutes last game and may see additional frontcourt opportunities alongside
Omer Yurtseven. The opportunity is there, but Post remains a low-end fantasy option best suited for deeper leagues needing rebounds or blocks.
Gui Santos should also continue seeing heavy minutes with the shorthanded Warriors.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Malik Monk (ankle) will miss Sunday's game against the Jazz, marking his third straight absence as he continues to deal with ankle soreness. With Monk,
Russell Westbrook (foot), and
Devin Carter (calf) all unavailable,
Killian Hayes and
Nique Clifford should continue seeing backcourt minutes. Hayes remains a low-end fantasy streamer due to inconsistent production, while Clifford has been contributing across multiple categories despite inefficient shooting, including 11 points, four rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 35 minutes last game.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Devin Carter (calf) will remain sidelined Sunday against the Jazz, leaving the Kings thin at point guard with
Russell Westbrook (foot) and
Malik Monk (ankle) also unavailable. That should keep
Killian Hayes in line for extended minutes as Sacramento's only healthy traditional point guard. Hayes posted 11 points, four assists, and one three-pointer in 31 minutes two games ago and could see a similar opportunity again. He remains a low-end fantasy streamer, but the available minutes make him worth consideration in deeper formats.
DeMar DeRozan could also see more on-ball creation.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher will be back in action on Sunday against the Anaheim Ducks, JF Chaumont of LNH.com reports. The veteran forward was a healthy scratch for Saturday's matchup with the San Jose Sharks. Gallagher will replace Zachary Bolduc in the lineup and skate with Phillip Danault and Josh Anderson. Across his last seven appearances, Gallagher has posted zero goals and one assist. He's scored 20 points (six goals, 14 assists) in 64 games this season, but the 33-year-old has only added 10 points since December.
--Taavi PailkSource: JF Chaumont
March 15, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Russell Westbrook (foot) will not play Sunday against the Jazz as he sits out the second game of a back-to-back, though he is expected to return Tuesday. His absence should open more minutes for
Killian Hayes, who could handle primary point guard duties with
Malik Monk (ankle) and
Devin Carter (calf) also sidelined. Hayes had 11 points, four assists, and one three-pointer in 31 minutes two games ago and profiles as a low-end fantasy streamer with opportunity on his side.
DeMar DeRozan may also take on more ball-handling responsibility.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 15, 2026
New York Knicks guard/forward
Josh Hart (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Warriors after missing the team's previous two contests. His return should push
Landry Shamet back into a reserve role while restoring Hart's usual workload on the wing. Hart has remained a steady fantasy contributor when active, averaging 12.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.0 steals across his last five games. His rebounding from the wing and across-the-board production make him a solid hold in category leagues, while Shamet likely loses most of his short-term streaming appeal.
--Brian DailisanSource: Stefan Bondy
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