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Johnny Keefer Offers Strong Value at the 3M Open
Johnny Keefer has put together a solid first year on Tour, recording three top-25 finishes, including two third-place results, in 21 starts. He now turns to the 3M Open, where he is making his tournament debut. TPC Twin Cities typically rewards accuracy off the tee, precision on approach, and converting opportunities on and around the greens. Keefer ranks ninth in strokes gained off the tee (+0.589 per round), 15th on approach (+0.508), and 22nd in total driving. His biggest weakness has been the short game, where he ranks 141st in putting (-0.436) and 149th around the green (-0.391). Encouragingly, he has gained strokes in both categories in each of his last two starts. At $7,800 on DraftKings, Keefer offers plenty of upside in this price range.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Tom Kim Looking to Shake Off Open Championship Letdown at 3M Open
It was a disappointing two days at Royal Birkdale for Tom Kim after winning the Scottish Open the previous week. With rounds of 70-73, he missed the cut by two shots, most notably due to a bad driving week that cost him over two and a half shots over rounds one and two. He still excelled in his approach play, but everything else was certainly off compared to his performance at the Renaissance Club the week before. The 24-year-old is making his third career appearance at this week's 3M Open, where he's turned in top 30 finishes both times previously. He has the approach play necessary to thrive around TPC Twin Cities, but he'll need a more accurate week off the tee to have any real success. Still, he's one of the more talented players in the field from top to bottom, and would make a decent DFS asset to lineups.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Billy Horschel Searching for Form at TPC Twin Cities
Billy Horschel has struggled this season, missing nine cuts in 21 events, including each of his last three starts. He now turns to the 3M Open, where he finished T13 in his only appearance here in 2023. TPC Twin Cities typically rewards accuracy off the tee, precision on approach, and converting opportunities on and around the greens. Horschel ranks 131st in strokes gained off the tee (-0.302 per round), 63rd on approach (+0.187), and 91st in putting (-0.040). His precision has also been poor, ranking 128th in driving accuracy and 136th around the green (-0.258). While his approach play still offers some upside, Horschel is difficult to trust until he shows signs of a turnaround.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Tony Finau Hoping to Recapture His 3M Open Magic
Tony Finau has struggled to find much consistency this season, recording four top-25 finishes and five missed cuts through 19 events. He now turns to the 3M Open, a tournament he won in 2022 and has three additional finishes of T12 or better. Much of that success has come on the back of strong approach play and putting. This season, however, Finau ranks just 117th on approach (-0.153 strokes per round) and 88th in putting (-0.020). On a positive note, he ranks 35th around the green (+0.218), and he also sits 18th in proximity from 175-200 yards (31'8"), a range that accounted for 22% of all approach shots here last year. It has been an up-and-down year, but Finau's outstanding history at TPC Twin Cities gives him a chance to bounce back, especially in a field that lacks many of the Tour's elite players.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Pierceson Coody Looks to Continue Strong Season at 3M Open
Pierceson Coody has continued to find his way onto leaderboards this season, recording 10 top-25 finishes while missing just six cuts in 21 starts. He now turns to the 3M Open, where he finished T3 last year after placing 72nd in 2024. TPC Twin Cities typically rewards accuracy off the tee, precision on approach, and converting opportunities on and around the greens. Coody ranks 23rd in strokes gained off the tee (+0.426 per round), 78th on approach (+0.096), and 48th in putting (+0.179). The concerns come with his precision, as he ranks just 113th in driving accuracy and 99th in proximity from 175-200 yards (34'10"), a range that accounted for 22% of all approach shots here last year. At $9,100 on DraftKings, Coody is a classic boom-or-bust option for DFS lineups.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Michael Brennan Needs Short Game to Match Ball-Striking at 3M Open
Michael Brennan has put together a mediocre season, recording just two top-25 finishes while making 14 cuts in 20 starts. He now turns to the 3M Open, where he is making his tournament debut. TPC Twin Cities typically rewards accuracy off the tee, precision on approach, and converting opportunities on and around the greens. Brennan ranks second on Tour in strokes gained off the tee (+0.767 per round), 76th on approach (+0.107), and seventh in total driving. The concern comes in the short game, where he ranks 135th in putting and 152nd in strokes gained around the green. Brennan has the ball-striking ability to compete this week, but he will need his short game to improve if he wants to contend.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Patrick Baldwin Jr. Joins EuroLeague Team
Forward/center Patrick Baldwin Jr. has joined Serbian team Crvena zvezda for the upcoming campaign. He joins a EuroLeague team after limited NBA action in recent seasons. Last term, Baldwin Jr. appeared in just nine games in the Association. He had a very eventful year, suiting up for three teams: the Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Sacramento Kings. Baldwin Jr. has also played for the Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards, making 102 career appearances. He has averaged 3.7 points and 2.1 rebounds in 9.1 minutes per game. If Baldwin Jr. performs well in Europe, he could make his way back to the NBA, given that he's only 23 years old.
Source: EuroLeague
Source: EuroLeague
Seahawks Working to Make Devon Witherspoon the Highest-Paid Cornerback
With the Seattle Seahawks scheduled to hold their first training camp practice this Saturday, the team is reportedly in discussions with three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon about an extension that would make him the highest-paid defensive back in the league, per NFL Insider Ian Rapoport. The four-year extension signed by All-Pro Trent McDuffie following his trade to the Rams pays him an average annual salary of $31 million, and Rapoport believes that number could come in around $32 million per year for Witherspoon. It's important to note that Witherspoon shares an agent with New England Patriots star corner Christian Gonzalez, who is also seeking an extension ahead of his fourth season, so Witherspoon's eventual reign as the league's highest-paid cornerback may not last long.
Source: Ian Rapoport
Source: Ian Rapoport
Max Clark Blasts Leadoff Home Run as MLB Debut Approaches
Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark belted a leadoff home run for the Mud Hens on Tuesday in a two-hit night as he continues to make the case for a major-league debut. The Tigers' top-ranked prospect is hitting .306 in 13 games at Triple-A in July, with four doubles, three home runs, three steals, and an impressive 11:10 BB:K. For the season, the left-handed slugger is slashing .268/.356/.415 with nine home runs and 20 steals while boasting an 84th percentile strikeout rate (15.4 percent). The organization has made it clear they are in no hurry to rush Clark to the majors, but it shouldn't be long now, as the Tigers look like sellers ahead of the trade deadline, which could open up an opportunity for playing time for the former third-overall draft pick. The 21-year-old remains one of the top stash candidates in fantasy for his potential to be a multi-category contributor.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Khris Middleton Hopes to Remain Impactful in Year 15
Washington Wizards forward Khris Middleton wants to have a significant role next season, not simply to be a locker room presence on a young team. "The more years you play, the more experience you have. That comes naturally," Middleton told Scott Eisberg of ABC News 4. "I just want to be myself... It's about guiding young guys, but being a basketball player myself. I'm still a basketball player, I'm not a coach yet. So, hopefully, I'll be playing and playing meaningful minutes and finding ways to impact the game still." In D.C., Middleton was limited to 24.3 minutes per game last season. He averaged 10.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists before finishing the campaign in Dallas. The Wizards brought Middleton back this offseason, but his role may shrink further on a much stronger roster.
Source: Scott Eisberg
Source: Scott Eisberg
Deebo Samuel Sr. Believes He Has Three or Four Good Years Left
With training camps opening around the league, teams are likely working through their lists of available free agents in the event an injury opens an unexpected roster spot, and one unsigned player who believes he still has plenty of good football ahead of him is veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. In a recent video posted to his YouTube channel, Samuel touched upon the emotional rollercoaster of the free agent process and stated outright, "[I] still feel like I got a lot, at least like three, four good years left." The 30-year-old former All-Pro spent his 2025 season with the Washington Commanders after six, at times, electric years with the 49ers. While the physical toll on his body has prevented him from matching his star-making performance of 2021, in which he racked up 1,770 yards from scrimmage and 14 touchdowns, he did lead the Commanders across all major receiving categories last season and still has the versatility to make him a fantasy-viable player in the right home in 2026.
Source: Kevin Patra - Around the NFL
Source: Kevin Patra - Around the NFL
Caleb Bonemer Still Trending Upward as He Settles in at Double-A
Chicago White Sox infield prospect Caleb Bonemer was promoted to Double-A Birmingham in mid-June and is holding his own despite being one of the younger players at that level. The 20-year-old is slashing .250/.365/.409 with four home runs and three steals in 24 games, although the bulk of that production has come in the last 12 games alone. During that 12-game stretch, Chicago's top-ranked prospect is hitting .302 with all four of his home runs (including one in his latest game on Tuesday) and two of his three steals coming in that span, so he certainly appears to be getting more comfortable there. There has also been a notable drop in strikeout rate upon his promotion, with the right-handed hitter going from a 29.1 percent K% at High-A to a more palatable 23.1 percent K% at Double-A. The former second-round draft pick's stock has increased quite a bit year-over-year, with the 6-foot-1 slugger moving from No. 11 to No. 1 in Chicago's system and from outside the top 100 per MLB Pipeline to No. 16 overall. Though a major league debut likely won't come until sometime next season at the earliest, with a solid all-around skill set, he's become a coveted dynasty asset.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Cason Wallace, Ajay Mitchell to Take on Expanded Roles Next Season
Oklahoma City Thunder guards Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell are expected to have a larger impact next season. The two must step up after the team lost several rotational pieces in the summer, including Luguentz Dort. "Losing Lu will certainly have an effect on the team, but I think we are positioned well to reimagine ourselves and continue to find new avenues to win. Cason and Ajay will have more responsibility, as will others," Thunder general manager Sam Presti told Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman. "But, as has always been our belief, it is necessary to embrace change and not fall victim to trying to imitate ourselves or our previous play style." Wallace has been a solid contributor for years, while Mitchell made a big leap last season. Increased playing time should boost their fantasy value in 2026-27.
Source: Justin Martinez
Source: Justin Martinez
Parker Washington Continues to Impress His Coaches
In a recent interview with Peter Schrager, Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen was effusive in his praise of wide receiver Parker Washington. Coen touched on Washington's work ethic, his connection with quarterback Trevor Lawrence, and his special ability with the ball in his hands, noting that he's almost built like a running back in his lower half. It is important to note that Coen also pointed to the arrival of Jakobi Meyers, as well as Brian Thomas Jr.'s ability to draw the coverage of the opponent's top defender, as reasons Washington had so much success down the stretch, providing talking points for all permutations of how Jacksonville's receiver room will stack up in 2026. The Jaguars' first practice of training camp is scheduled for July 29, and with one of the most fantasy-relevant positional battles taking place in said receiver room, updates will be pouring regularly out of Duval County.
Source: Peter Schrager
Source: Peter Schrager
Nets Expect Big Things From Julius Randle
Brooklyn Nets power forward Julius Randle has a major role to play next season, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints reports. Randle arrived in Brooklyn this offseason as a salary dump by the Minnesota Timberwolves, but general manager Sean Marks sees him as an impactful player. "I think we all know what Julius can do as a player," Marks said. "There's a chip on his shoulder. He's highly competitive. He plays the position of need for us. Downhill play, a forceful, impactful player. And then you look at what he does in the locker room for us when we have a younger group that is going to need some stability at times and some leadership both on and off the court." Randle has been a regular 20-point scorer and is also effective as a rebounder and playmaker, giving him plenty of fantasy value.
Source: Erik Slater
Source: Erik Slater
Jaguars Expecting Big Year from Bhayshul Tuten
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten averaged only 3.7 yards per carry while seeing sporadic usage as a fourth-round rookie in 2025, but head coach Liam Coen believes big things are coming for him in year two. In a recent interview with Peter Schrager, Coen spoke of the improvements he's seen heading into year two, pointing to Tuten's 4.28-second 40 time and his ability to rack up yards when he gets a head of steam, putting a dot on the topic by saying, "We're definitely expecting Tuten to have a big year for us." The Jaguars signed veteran running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. in free agency, a player with whom Coen has familiarity from his time as offensive coordinator at Kentucky, and when Jacksonville holds its first training camp practice on July 29, both backs are expected to be in attendance and battling for their share of the 307 opportunities left vacated by the departure of Travis Etienne Jr.
Source: Peter Schrager
Source: Peter Schrager
Trevor Zegras Wants to Improve as Center
Philadelphia Flyers forward Trevor Zegras is determined to become a more effective player at the center position, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports. Zegras, who recently signed a four-year, $36.5 million contract extension, prefers to play at center but has also spent time on the left wing. Difficulty winning faceoffs has hindered his development. "I feel pretty comfortable in both spots, whether it's in the middle or on the wing, so wherever they need me to play, I'm more than comfortable in both spots," Zegras. "I thought playing center in the playoffs was definitely something that gave me a lot of confidence. So I think wherever they need me, I'm good to go." Last season, Zegras won only 34.1 percent of his faceoffs. He pushed the number to 44.0 percent in the playoffs. If Zegras becomes more reliable in the faceoff circle, he could see increased ice time and boost his fantasy value.
Source: Adam Kimelman
Source: Adam Kimelman
Jack Campbell Announces Retirement
Goaltender Jack Campbell has announced his retirement from the NHL. He played eight seasons in the league, appearing for four teams. Campbell's final appearances came in 2023-24 with the Edmonton Oilers. Edmonton signed him to a five-year, $25 million contract in 2022, but later bought out the final three years of the deal. Campbell hung up his mask after compiling a 93-52-18 record in 176 career games. He had his best campaign in 2021-22, going 31-9-6 with the Toronto Maple Leafs and becoming an All-Star. Campbell also announced that he will become an identity and performance coach.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Isac Lundestrom to Miss Start of Season
Columbus Blue Jackets center Isac Lundestrom (Achilles) won't be available for the start of the 2026-27 season, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports. He is recovering from offseason Achilles surgery and is expected to return in November. This means the Blue Jackets will be without a solid bottom-six contributor and penalty-killer early next season, though Lundestrom's absence won't affect fantasy hockey. The Swedish forward managed only four goals and eight assists in 68 outings last season. He's been limited to 15 or fewer points in four consecutive campaigns.
Source: Mark Scheig
Source: Mark Scheig
John Marino Signs Eight-Year Extension With Mammoth
Utah Mammoth defenseman John Marino will remain with the team after his contract expires next offseason. On Tuesday, he agreed to an eight-year, $54 million extension. The 29-year-old will complete a six-year, $26.4 million deal in 2026-27. Marino earned a long-term extension after a career year in 2025-26. He tallied 36 points (four goals, 32 assists) in 80 games and finished with an impressive plus-42 rating. Marino moved to Utah in 2024 and has been a great fit for the team. However, his modest defensive stats mean he provides limited value in fantasy hockey.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Jason Robertson Avoids Arbitration Hearing With One-Year, $12 Million Deal
Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the team on Tuesday, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing. Robertson appeared headed for a move this offseason when his contract talks hit a snag, and Dallas even had a couple of trades in place to send him elsewhere. But he ended up staying for now. The Stars can sign him to a long-term extension on Jan. 1. Robertson has led his team in scoring in three of the past four seasons. In 2025-26, he tallied 96 points (45 goals, 51 assists) in 82 games. He'll be looking to prove his worth in the upcoming campaign, which should benefit fantasy managers.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Hideki Matsuyama Finding Form Heading to 3M Open
Hideki Matsuyama finished tied for 14th at last week's Open Championship and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. So far this season, Matsuyama has nine top-25 finishes and no missed cuts in 17 starts. He last played in the 3M Open in 2023, finishing tied for 30th. Over the past 12 months, Matsuyama ranks in the 62nd percentile in greens in regulation on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Kurt Kitayama One of the Favorites at 3M Open
Kurt Kitayama finished tied for 40th at last week's Open Championship and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Kitayama is returning to defend his title and has shown enough form to suggest he's back to contend. So far this season, he has nine top-25 finishes and two missed cuts in 18 starts. He finished tied for sixth in 2024 at the 3M Open. Over the past 12 months, he ranks in the 90th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Ben James Could Be a Contender at 3M Open
Ben James has burst onto the PGA Tour scene, finishing tied for fourth at last week's Corales Puntacana Championship. He has finished in the top 15 in his last two starts and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. James has five PGA Tour starts this season and has finished in the top 25 in three of them. He played in the 3M Open in 2024 and missed the cut, but he has shown promise this season, finishing tied for 23rd at the U.S. Open last month. Over the past 12 months, James ranks in the 87th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth noting because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Tom Hoge Finding Form Heading to 3M Open
Tom Hoge finished tied for 10th at the ISCO Championship two weeks ago and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Hoge has struggled this year, with five top-25 finishes and six missed cuts in 22 starts. He missed the cut in last year's 3M Open and in the 2024 edition. Over the past 12 months, Hoge ranks in the 32nd percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Joe Highsmith Heading to 3M Open on Back of Best Finish of 2026
Joe Highsmith finished tied for sixth at last week's Corales Puntacana Championship and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Highsmith has one top-25 finish and nine missed cuts in 19 starts this season. He missed the cut at last year's 3M Open and finished tied for 44th in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Highsmith ranks in the 23rd percentile in greens in regulation on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This matters because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Doug Ghim Needs to Find Form Following John Deere Classic
Doug Ghim missed the cut at the Genesis Scottish Open two weeks ago and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Ghim has found some form recently, recording two top-20 finishes in his last three starts. So far this season, Ghim has four top-25 finishes and four missed cuts in 15 starts. He missed the cut at last year's 3M Open but finished tied for 24th in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Ghim ranks in the 44th percentile in greens in regulation on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Jason Day Struggling For Form
Jason Day missed the cut at the Open Championship last week and will now focus on preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Day has now missed two cuts in his last three starts. So far this season, Day has four top-35 finishes and four missed cuts in 15 starts. He last played in the 3M Open in 2022 and finished tied for 64th. Over the past 12 months, Day ranks in the 50th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is important because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Spencer Shrader, Blake Grupe Competing for Colts Kicking Job
Indianapolis Colts kickers Spencer Shrader (knee) and Blake Grupe will compete for the place-kicking job in Indy in training camp this summer, per Paul Bretl of Colts Wire. Shrader was 13-for-14 on field goals and a perfect 14-for-14 on extra points in five games last year before suffering an ACL injury in his knee. He was replaced by Grupe in Week 14, and he went a perfect 10-for-10 on field goals and 11-for-11 on his extra-point tries to close out the year before being re-signed in the offseason. Bretl thinks that Grupe should have the advantage going into the 2026 season because he has 105 career attempts under his belt compared to Shrader's 19, and he's also not coming off a significant knee injury. The 27-year-old former undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame has made 81.9% of his 105 field-goal attempts (19-for-27 from 50-plus yards) and 98% of his extra points in his three years in the NFL. Fantasy managers in 12-team leagues can avoid the Colts' kicking situation to begin the year.
Source: Colts Wire - Paul Bretl
Source: Colts Wire - Paul Bretl
Luke Clanton Having Tough Season Heading to 3M Open
Luke Clanton missed the cut at the Corales Puntacana Championship and will shift his focus to preparing for this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. Clanton has struggled this season, recording only one top-five finish at the Puerto Rico Open in March. He has seven missed cuts in 16 starts this season. Clanton finished tied for 61st at last year's 3M Open and missed the cut in 2024. Over the past 12 months, Clanton ranks in the 47th percentile for greens in regulation on approach shots from 150-200 yards in the fairway. This is worth noting because over 37% of approach shots at last year's 3M Open came from this distance.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
