March 2, 2026
Milwaukee Brewers infield prospect
Jett Williams (quadriceps) is dealing with left quad soreness. He sustained this injury during last week's spring training contest. The young infielder has been held out of action since then. However, Brewers manager Pat Murphy noted that the injury is a "2 out of 10" on the severity scale, which suggests the infielder should be back in action in the coming days. The Brewers acquired Williams from the New York Mets as the headliner piece in the deal that sent right-handed pitcher
Freddy Peralta to Queens earlier in the winter. Williams is in the mix to compete for a starting role out of spring training, but will likely be sent to Triple-A to open the 2026 season. Last summer, Williams struggled over his first 36 games at Triple-A, holding a .209/.285/.433 line. He remains a viable early-season stash target in deeper 12+ team formats.
--Andy SmithSource: Adam McCalvy
March 2, 2026
Houston Astros shortstop/outfield prospect
Brice Matthews has enjoyed a hot start to spring training and is making a strong case to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster. The team's top prospect (according to MLB.com) has gone 4-for-10 at the plate with one double and one stolen base. Matthews progressed through the minors as a shortstop but has begun to see time in the outfield, given Houston's immense infield depth. Last summer, the former 28th overall pick made his MLB debut and held a .167/.222/.452 line with four home runs and one stolen base across a brief 13-game stint. He spent most of the summer at Triple-A Sugar Land, where he held a .260/.371/.458 line with 17 home runs and 41 swiped bases over a 112-game stint. Given Houston's lack of proven options in the outfield, Matthews could be worth a late-round selection given his power and speed upside.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 2, 2026
Boston Celtics forward/center
Neemias Queta delivered 27 points, 17 rebounds, three blocks, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's 114-98 win over the 76ers. Queta shot 10-for-14 from the field and continues to solidify his hold on the starting role. Over his last five games, he has averaged 13.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.6 assists in 24.6 minutes, flashing reliable interior production. With
Nikola Vucevic working off the bench, Queta profiles as a firm hold in standard leagues, while Vucevic shifts toward deeper-league value unless the rotation changes.
--Brian DailisanSource: Boston Celtics
March 2, 2026
New York Yankees outfield prospect
Spencer Jones has already launched three long balls through the opening week of spring training. Across his first five games, the young slugger has gone 3-for-10 with three home runs, one stolen base, and a 4:2 K:BB. The 24-year-old flashed elite upside in the minor leagues last season and appears poised to contend for his MLB debut later in 2026. He opened the 2025 campaign with Double-A and posted a .274/.389/.594 line with eight doubles, 16 home runs, and 10 stolen bases. He then moved up to Triple-A, where he continued to hit for high power, launching 19 home runs with 15 doubles and 19 stolen bases across a 67-game stint. However, his hefty 36.7% K% at Triple-A raises concerns about his long-term outlook. With the Yankee outfield quite crowded following the re-signing of
Cody Bellinger, Jones figures to earn a promotion as an injury replacement later in the season.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 2, 2026
Golden State Warriors guard
Stephen Curry (knee) will be re-evaluated in 10 days, ruling him out for at least the next five games. Curry has already missed 10 straight contests with what he described as an unpredictable right knee issue. His absence keeps the backcourt usage spread across
Brandin Podziemski,
De'Anthony Melton, and
Pat Spencer. Podziemski logged 30 minutes with nine points, seven rebounds, and six assists in the last game, while Melton added 10 points and four assists. Podziemski is the safest hold, Melton remains a mid-tier option, and Spencer is a deeper-league assist streamer.
--Brian DailisanSource: Anthony Slater
March 2, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers, marking his fifth straight absence. Porzingis practiced Friday but will remain sidelined until at least Thursday against Houston. In his absence,
Draymond Green and
Al Horford continue to anchor the frontcourt. Horford logged 22 minutes with eight points, five rebounds, and two triples in the last game, while
Quinten Post added eight points and seven rebounds in 13 minutes. Horford is more of a fringe deep-league play at this stage, while Post remains a risky, speculative option best reserved for managers chasing rebounds in very deep formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 2, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop prospect
Konnor Griffin launched his third home run of the spring during their contest on Sunday afternoon against the St. Louis Cardinals. The top prospect hit a two-run shot in the game's opening frame off right-handed pitcher
Kyle Leahy. While Griffin has shown immense upside, hitting three home runs over his first six games, he has posted a modest .214 AVG with a low .267 OBP as all three of his total hits have left the yard. Fantasy managers should continue to pay close attention to his production in camp, as he could contend for an early-season promotion or even crack the Opening Day lineup. Last summer, Griffin made his MiLB debut and was nothing short of dominant across his first 122 games, posting an elite .333/.415/.527 line with 21 home runs and 65 stolen bases. Given his five-category upside, he should be viewed as a high-end stash target in all formats if he were to fall short of the Opening Day roster.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 2, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Cameron Johnson (ankle) exited Sunday's 117-108 loss to the Timberwolves in the fourth quarter and did not return, finishing with four rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes. Johnson came in dealing with right ankle soreness, had trouble finding his rhythm, and now has little recovery time before the trip to Utah. If he sits,
Tim Hardaway Jr. becomes the most appealing fantasy option after logging 36 minutes with 17 points and three triples.
Bruce Brown added six points in 28 minutes and profiles as a deeper-league streamer, while
Jamal Murray and
Nikola Jokic could absorb added usage.
--Brian DailisanSource: Jared Koch
March 2, 2026
Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal saved 32 of 34 shots in Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory over the Calgary Flames, establishing a new career high with his 24th win of the season. Dostal has gone 24-13-2 across 40 starts. He's the first Ducks netminder this decade with as many wins in a season. The Czech netminder has won each of his last five starts and is on an 11-1-0 run. Even with a modest .896 save percentage and a 2.97 goals-against average, Dostal is well-positioned for further success thanks to the Ducks' potent offense, which averages 3.25 goals per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect
Andrew Painter was sharp in his spring training debut and is making a strong case to earn the final role in the starting rotation at the beginning of the campaign. Painter was given the starting nod on Sunday afternoon and tossed two shutout frames. He did not allow a hit or a walk and struck out one hitter. His command was a glaring issue during his 2025 season, and seeing him toss two clean frames is an excellent sign for his early-season outlook. In 2025, the former first-round selection spent most of the campaign at Triple-A Lehigh Valley and logged 106 2/3 innings to the tune of a 5.40 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, and a 111:46 K:BB. With
Zack Wheeler (shoulder) set to miss the start of the season, Painter appears poised to begin the season as the team's final starter and could remain in that role if he enjoys a strong start. He is a top late-round sleeper pick when looking for an upside starter.
--Andy SmithSource: MLB.com
March 2, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Klay Thompson (adductor) did not return to Sunday's game against the Thunder after sustaining a right-adductor contusion in the second quarter. Thompson finished with seven points and one assist in 14 minutes before being ruled out. His absence leaves second-unit wing minutes up for grabs, and A.J. Johnson stepped into a larger workload with 23 minutes, six points, four rebounds, four assists, and one steal in the loss. If Thompson is sidelined, Johnson should get the first crack at those minutes, but he is still more of a gamble than a lock.
Max Christie should continue to handle steady minutes, while
Khris Middleton is the safer bet for consistent touches and secondary scoring if Dallas tightens the rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: Mavs PR
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers guard
Kris Dunn (head) left Sunday's win over the Pelicans after taking an inadvertent elbow to the back of his head and did not return. Coach Tyronn Lue said Dunn was "good" postgame, and with the outcome already decided, the issue does not appear serious. Dunn is averaging 27.7 minutes with a modest 13.3 percent usage rate, so his value leans on steady playing time more than offensive involvement. That role could tighten soon.
Darius Garland (toe) is reportedly targeting a Monday return, and his 28.1 percent usage would shift ball-handling away from Dunn. In standard leagues, Dunn profiles as a deeper-league hold, with Garland and
Bennedict Mathurin positioned to benefit most if minutes shift.
--Brian DailisanSource: Tomer Azarly
March 2, 2026
Anaheim Ducks winger Cutter Gauthier scored twice in Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory against the Calgary Flames. Both goals helped Anaheim tie the game, with Gauthier's second marker coming on the power play. The 22-year-old had several more scoring chances, finishing with a game-high nine shots on goal. Gauthier has been hot in front of the net recently, averaging a goal per game over his last five outings. He leads the Ducks with 28 goals and 52 points in 58 games. Gauthier has produced 222 shots on goal, with only superstars Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon recording more this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center
John Collins (elbow) left Sunday's win over the Pelicans late in the fourth quarter with a right arm injury, and his status for the next contest remains unclear. Collins posted 15 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and one assist in 24 minutes before exiting, and his 19.0 percent usage would free up meaningful touches if he sits.
Bennedict Mathurin is the more appealing fantasy target after logging 25 minutes with nine points and five rebounds in the blowout.
Nicolas Batum chipped in nine points, four assists, and three triples in 20 minutes, though his limited role and up-and-down production keep him in the deep-league streamer bucket.
--Brian DailisanSource: Justin Russo
March 2, 2026
St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas notched a goal and an assist in Sunday's surprising 3-1 road win against the Minnesota Wild. Thomas was back from a 13-game absence after missing time due to a leg injury and a personal matter. He set up Logan Mailloux for the game-tying goal in the second period and finished the scoring with an empty-net goal in the third. Thomas has had a frustrating year on a bad team but has now registered multiple points in each of his last two outings. He will aim for his first three-game multi-point streak of the season on Wednesday night against the Seattle Kraken. Thomas sits second in scoring on the Blues squad, with 35 points (12 goals, 23 assists) in 43 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk tallied three assists in a high-scoring 5-4 loss to the New York Islanders on Sunday. Tkachuk kicked things off with a power-play assist before registering two even-strength helpers, becoming the third player in Panthers history with 10-career three-assist games. After missing the start of the season due to offseason surgery, Tkachuk has posted five goals and eight assists in 13 games. 10 of his points have come in the last eight contests, showing that Tkachuk has hit top gear after dealing with some rust. He also played well in the Olympics, contributing six assists in six games during Team USA's road to glory.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer recorded his first career three-point game in Sunday's 5-4 victory over the Florida Panthers. The 18-year-old contributed two goals and an assist, becoming the third-youngest defenseman in league history to record a three-point game. He is now the fourth rookie blue-liner to score 20 goals in a season, while Denis Potvin was previously the only defenseman to reach 20 goals with the Islanders. Schaefer has exceeded expectations in his first year in the league, recording 44 points (20 goals, 24 assists), 146 shots, 84 blocks, and a plus-14 rating in 61 outings. He has a legitimate shot at reaching 60 points, something only 10 rookie defensemen have ever accomplished.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks winger Teuvo Teravainen netted two goals in Sunday's 4-0 victory over the Utah Mammoth. The Finnish veteran started the scoring with a power-play goal and iced the game with a short-handed tally. After shaking off health issues, Teravainen has been productive for the Blackhawks, averaging a point per game over his last five outings. However, he relies mostly on the power play to increase his point total, as four of Teravainen's last five points have come with the man advantage. As a result, Teravainen has more power-play points (15) than even-strength points (11) this season. He has totaled 12 goals and 15 assists in 53 appearances. With Chicago set to face Winnipeg and Vancouver next, two teams struggling to kill penalties, Teravainen's scoring surge could continue.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 2, 2026
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Arvid Soderblom shut out the Utah Mammoth with 22 saves in Sunday's 4-0 win. The Swedish netminder made his first start in six games, rebounding superbly from a 6-2 defeat he suffered against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Jan. 29. Soderblom improved to 6-9-2, posting his first shutout of the campaign. He has a 3.67 goals-against average and a .879 save percentage. Although Soderblom impressed on Sunday, Spencer Knight has the No. 1 spot in a firm grip in Chi-Town and should continue to get the bulk of the starts.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 1, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust had a goal and an assist, both on the power play, in Sunday afternoon's 5-0 win over the Golden Knights. He continued his strong play this year, as Rust now has 20 goals and 23 assists in 52 games played in the 2025-26 season. Rust has played very well on the power play in particular, with 20 power-play points, which is tied for the Penguins' lead with Sidney Crosby. His next match is on Tuesday night against the Boston Bruins.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 1, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs made 22 saves against the Golden Knights in a 5-0 victory on Sunday afternoon. He was perfect and improved his record to 13-7-8 with a 2.71 goals-against average and a .902 save percentage. The Latvian has played great recently, as he is currently on a three-game winning streak and has a .934 save percentage in his last nine outings. He will continue to earn plenty of starts with this strong level of play.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings. The King had 22 points, nine assists, and seven boards in 28 minutes in the 129-101 win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. He popped up on the injury report because of the infamous foot issue. However, that won't keep him off the floor. James has a chance to do something meaningful for fantasy managers, considering Sacramento isn't the best defensively, although his overall contributions could be less than usual if the Lakers build a decisive lead throughout the contest.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Brad Turner
March 1, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Zion Williamson (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus the Clippers. The 25-year-old hasn't missed a game since mid-December. Unfortunately, he injured his ankle during Saturday's win over the Utah Jazz. His next opportunity to get on the floor will be on Tuesday versus the Lakers. Fortunately,
Trey Murphy III (shoulder) will return from his five-game absence, which will help lessen the blow caused by Williamson's absence.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher
Shelby Miller (elbow) was officially placed on the 60-day injured list on Sunday. This was expected as Miller is recovering from UCL and flexor tendon surgery that he underwent in October. The right-hander signed a two-year, $2.5 million deal with the Cubs over the offseason. The 35-year-old won't pitch in 2026, but the Cubs are hopeful Miller can contribute in 2027. The move to put Miller on the 60-day injured list opens up a 40-man roster spot. In a corresponding move,
Ben Cowles has been claimed off waivers by the Cubs from the Toronto Blue Jays. The 26-year-old infielder is expected to serve as depth at Triple-A Iowa to begin the season.
--Andy WebbSource: Bruce Levine
March 1, 2026
Utah Jazz forward/center
Kevin Love (rest) is out for Monday's game against the Nuggets as the veteran sits for maintenance after playing in four straight contests. His absence should help lock in
Kyle Filipowski's minutes in an already thin Utah frontcourt. Filipowski produced 12 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block in 30 minutes last game and continues to log a steady run. With Utah prioritizing youth and dealing with multiple frontcourt injuries, Filipowski profiles as more than a streamer and should be viewed as a long-term hold in most formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Texas Rangers starting pitcher
Jacob deGrom is reportedly getting close to making his spring debut. Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said deGrom threw a 30-pitch side session over the weekend. He continued by saying that deGrom will make his Cactus League debut really soon. Given his injury history, deGrom has been eased into spring action. The plan is for deGrom to make three or four appearances before camp concludes. This is the same pitching plan they had deGrom use last season, and that worked out extremely well in the long run. The right-hander posted a 2.97 ERA, 0.92 WHIP, and a 185/37 K/BB ratio across 30 starts in 2025. If healthy, deGrom can be a top-10 fantasy option.
--Andy WebbSource: Shawn McFarland
March 1, 2026
Washington Wizards forward/center
Tristan Vukcevic (thigh) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets as he continues to work through lower-body injuries. His minutes have been tightly managed of late, with his workload consistently capped, limiting his fantasy ceiling.
Anthony Gill (illness), who posted eight points, five rebounds, and three assists in 28 minutes last game, could handle a larger workload if available. Vukcevic remains a high-risk option in standard formats given the unstable role and ongoing health concerns.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher
Jose Soriano (illness) has been scratched ahead of his scheduled start on Tuesday. Soriano was supposed to take the mound against the Seattle Mariners, but he will miss that start due to illness.
George Klassen will be tasked with taking the ball during Tuesday's Catcus League contest. Soriano has been lit up this spring to the tune of seven earned runs across 3.2 innings of work. Soriano isn't expected to miss much time and should be back in the mix later in the week. The 27-year-old registered a 4.26 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and a 152/78 K/BB ratio across 31 starts with the Angels last season. Soriano is more of a streaming option because his lack of command makes him tough to trust over a full season.
--Andy WebbSource: Jeff Fletcher
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center
John Collins (head) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans after missing two contests. Collins has averaged 28.7 minutes, 13.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists over his last five appearances, providing steady mid-round production. His return should tighten the frontcourt rotation, cutting into the minutes of
Nicolas Batum and
Kobe Sanders. Collins is safe to deploy in standard formats, especially with
Darius Garland (toe) still out, while
Kawhi Leonard and
Bennedict Mathurin remain primary scoring options.
--Brian DailisanSource: Mark Medina
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher
Bobby Miller is reportedly being viewed as a reliever to begin the season. Miller started his professional career as a starting pitcher, but saw action as both a starter and reliever last season. Miller only pitched in two big league games last season and spent most of his time in the minors. He registered a 5.86 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, and an 83/61 K/BB ratio across 35 games (14 starts) in Triple-A Oklahoma City in 2025. The 26-year-old says that he's open to whatever role because he wants to spend his entire career in Los Angeles. Miller has shown flashes of success, but a lack of command has hindered him from having long-term success. Hopefully, a move to a full-time bullpen role will be the key to unlocking his potential.
--Andy WebbSource: Blake Williams
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