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Alejandro Kirk Could Start Hitting This Weekend
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (thumb), who was moved to the 60-day injured list on Wednesday, is hoping to start hitting off a machine this weekend and get into minor-league rehab games by the time the team gets back home on June 5, according to Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Kirk's placement on the 60-day IL won't affect his timeline for a return to the big-league roster. He has been out since April 4 after having surgery on his left thumb, but he could be back in the majors as Toronto's primary backstop by mid-June, barring a setback once he begins playing in games again. Until the Mexican catcher can return from his thumb injury, Tyler Heineman and Brandon Valenzuela will continue to share playing time in Toronto behind the dish. The free-swinging Kirk can provide a little pop at the catching position when healthy -- he had a career-high 15 long balls in 2025. Before his injury, he went 3-for-20 (.150) with a homer and two RBI in just five games in 2026. Kirk is rostered in 25% of Yahoo leagues at the moment.
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Should Deep-League Managers Consider Stashing Clay Holmes?
After taking a comebacker off the leg during a mid-May start that resulted in a fractured fibula, New York Mets starting pitcher Clay Holmes (leg) was placed on the 60-day injured list. The 33-year-old was off to an excellent start to the season before getting hurt, recording a 4-4 record with a 2.39 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 45 strikeouts across 52 2/3 innings (nine starts). Holmes' status on the 60-day injured list makes him ineligible to return to the Mets before mid-July, and he could end up being out even longer. In shallower league formats or leagues without an IL spot, Holmes' extended absence makes him tough to roster for fantasy managers. However, deep-league managers may want to consider stashing Holmes for as long as they can. Since transitioning to the starting rotation with the Mets, Holmes has posted a 3.26 ERA and recorded 174 strikeouts across 218 1/3 innings. He should continue to be a consistent innings-eater upon his return from injury later this summer.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Trevor Story Worth Stashing Through an Extended Injury Absence?
Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (hernia) is expected to miss six to 10 weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a hernia on May 22. The 33-year-old was off to a rough start to the 2026 season before hitting the injured list, hitting .206/.244/.303 with three home runs, 19 RBI, 16 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 176 plate appearances. However, Story is just one season removed from hitting 25 homers and stealing 31 bags across 157 games in 2025. His barrel rate dropped from 9.8% in 2025 to 3.8% in 2026, which could be directly linked to the hernia issue. If health was the reason for his struggles in 2026, Story could be poised for a second-half surge upon his return to the Red Sox lineup. In leagues with deeper roster formats, fantasy managers may want to consider stashing Story through his injury for his high-end power/speed upside.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Addison Barger Likely to Resume Throwing on Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger (elbow) is going to start throwing "probably tomorrow," manager John Schneider told Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Barger could now return quickly to the major-league roster after missing more than two weeks with right-elbow inflammation. It's unclear at this time if the Blue Jays will require Barger to go on a minor-league rehab assignment before he's officially reinstated from the 10-day injured list. The left-handed-hitting outfielder has also missed time in 2026 due to injuries to both of his ankles, which is why he has only appeared in nine games in his third big-league season. The 26-year-old former sixth-rounder in 2018 slashed .243/.301/.454 with a .756 OPS, 21 home runs, 74 RBI, and four stolen bases in 135 regular-season games last year in his first full season in the majors. Barger doesn't have incredible plate or on-base skills as a hitter, but he has decent power and can produce runs for fantasy managers in points leagues when he's healthy. He should play regularly against right-handed pitchers when he comes off the IL, possibly in early June.
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Kris Bubic Worth Stashing Ahead of Impending Injury Return?
Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic (elbow) is currently on the 15-day injured list as he battles elbow soreness. However, the 28-year-old began a full throwing program on Saturday and could be working his way towards a return to the big league mound in early June. Bubic was off to a solid start to his 2026 season before getting injured, recording a 3-2 record with a 4.11 ERA, 1.23 WHIP, and 51 strikeouts across 50 1/3 innings (nine starts). He struggled to a 12.6% walk rate before hitting the injured list, but the poor command could have been a symptom of his elbow discomfort. If Bubic is pain-free upon his return, his results may be more in line with his performance in 2025, when he posted a 2.55 ERA across 116 1/3 innings (20 starts). His profile carries some risk of re-injury, but Bubic's upside could make him worth stashing off the waiver wire ahead of his impending injury return.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Troy Melton a Priority Waiver-Wire Target Following Injury Return?
After opening 2026 on the injured list while rehabbing from an elbow injury, Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Troy Melton was activated for his season debut on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles. The 25-year-old picked up a win in his first time out, allowing two hits, three walks, and one earned run while striking out three across 5 2/3 innings of work. Melton was utilized mostly in a bulk relief role upon making his MLB debut in 2025, finishing the year with a 2.76 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, and 36 strikeouts across 45 2/3 innings (16 games). However, injuries and underperformance in the Tigers' rotation should allow Melton an extended runway to prove himself as a starter in 2026. The young right-hander may not offer the highest strikeout upside, but he's been effective at the big league level to this point in his career. Particularly in deeper formats, Melton profiles as a prime waiver wire target for fantasy managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cade Cavalli Emerging as a Must-Add Starting Pitcher
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Cade Cavalli put forth another strong effort on Tuesday, allowing one run and striking out seven across six innings of work in his team's win over the Cleveland Guardians. Across 59 2/3 innings (12 starts) this season, Cavalli has posted a 3-3 record with a 3.62 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, and 68 strikeouts. He's been particularly effective of late, recording 24 strikeouts over his last 19 1/3 innings pitched (three starts). Cavalli's inflated WHIP could be a symptom of bad luck as well, as opposing batters are currently posting an unsustainably high .361 batting average on balls in play against him. Heading into his next scheduled start against the Miami Marlins on Monday, Cavalli profiles as a prime waiver wire target with upside.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Anthony Volpe Worth Targeting on the Waiver Wire?
After starting the 2026 season on the injured list while rehabbing from offseason shoulder surgery, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe was initially optioned to Triple-A upon his return to full health. However, Volpe was recalled by the Yankees in mid-May and has played well since, hitting .281/.425/.469 with one home run, seven RBI, six runs scored, and two stolen bases across 40 plate appearances. While Volpe is still technically behind Jose Caballero on the Yankees' shortstop depth chart, he's started each of the Yankees' last two games at short and could be pushing Caballero back into a super utility role. A former top prospect, Volpe has largely struggled at the plate since breaking into the big leagues in 2023. Still, he's just 25 years old and has power/speed upside in an everyday role. In deeper leagues, fantasy managers may want to consider targeting Volpe on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Nolan Arenado Out on Wednesday Due to Groin Injury
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado (groin) is absent from the starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the division-rival San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park, according to MLB.com. Jose Fernandez will make the start at third base for the Snakes and will hit seventh against Giants right-hander Trevor McDonald. It's not a surprise that Arenado is sitting on Wednesday in a day game after he was pulled from Tuesday night's game early with tightness in his right groin. The D-backs have a day off on Thursday, so fantasy managers will want to check back to see if he's available to play in Friday's series opener in Seattle against the Mariners. If it's an injury that keeps the veteran out for an extended period of time, Fernandez would continue to see most of the playing time at third in Arizona. The eight-time All-Star and five-time Silver Slugger isn't the offensive player he once was in his prime with the Colorado Rockies, although he has hit a decent .271 (46-for-170) on the year with seven home runs, 27 RBI, 27 runs, and a stolen base across his first 51 games in his first year with the Diamondbacks.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Emilio Pagan Set for an MRI Exam on Friday
Cincinnati Reds right-handed reliever Emilio Pagan (hamstring) will receive a second MRI exam to check on his healing on Friday, May 29, according to MLB.com. Pagan has been on the 15-day injured list since May 6 with a Grade 2 left-hamstring strain that he suffered at Wrigley Field while pitching against the division-rival Chicago Cubs. The 35-year-old has reportedly been throwing on his knees, but if his MRI shows considerable healing, he could be cleared to up the intensity of his throwing program. Barring a setback once Pagan resumes throwing off a mound, he could return to the back end of the Reds' bullpen. Pagan was initially given a four- to eight-week timetable for a return. The 10-year MLB veteran had six saves in 15 relief appearances before his hamstring injury, but he was also sporting an ugly 6.43 ERA (5.79 FIP) and 1.43 WHIP in 14 innings pitched. The Reds' bullpen has been shaky since Pagan was placed on the IL, making it very probable that he's reinserted as manager Terry Francona's primary closer when he's ready to return. He's currently 64% rostered in Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Returning From Elbow Injury on Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (elbow) is back in the starting lineup and is hitting in the two-hole for Wednesday's series finale in Toronto against the visiting Miami Marlins and right-hander Eury Perez, according to MLB.com. Guerrero sat out the last two games as a precaution with a right-elbow contusion after he was hit by a pitch over the weekend, but he's back in action on Wednesday and should be returned to all starting fantasy lineups in traditional leagues. The 27-year-old Canadian slugger has been light on power so far this year (just three home runs) and has struggled in May, going 14-for-75 (.187) with one homer, seven RBI, 14 runs scored, two steals, 13 walks, and eight strikeouts in 22 games and 93 plate appearances. Vlad has hit .333 (8-for-24) in his last eight games, though, and he's still hitting a strong .287 on the season with a .386 on-base percentage in 223 plate appearances. The buy-low window is still very much open.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jorge Polanco Starting a Rehab Assignment on Wednesday
New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco (Achilles, wrist) is starting a minor-league rehab assignment on Wednesday with Double-A Binghamton, according to Mike Mayer of Metsmerized. In addition to left-Achilles bursitis that Polanco has been dealing with since the middle of April, the 32-year-old veteran is also rehabbing from a right-wrist contusion. But now that he's been cleared to play in games on the farm, he could rejoin the major-league roster by some time next week, barring a setback with either of his injuries. The Mets could desperately use some offensive upgrades, as they currently rank dead-last in all of baseball with a .643 OPS. When Polanco returns, he will most likely be the Mets' full-time designated hitter. It's been a rough start to his Mets tenure, as along with the injuries, he was hitting only .179 (10-for-56) with a homer in his first 14 games. Polanco did have 26 homers and 78 RBI in 138 games with the Seattle Mariners last year, though, and he also has a 30-homer campaign in his 12-year career. He's widely available on the waiver wire (24% rostered in Yahoo leagues) if you need a potential power upgrade who is eligible at both second and third base.
Source: Metsmerized - Mike Mayer
Source: Metsmerized - Mike Mayer
Mets Move Luis Robert Jr. to 60-Day Injured List
The New York Mets announced on Wednesday that they have transferred outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (back) to the 60-day injured list. Robert was initially placed on the 10-day injured list with lumbar spine disc herniation on April 30, and he hasn't been able to resume baseball activities, which has led to his placement on the 60-day IL. It's bad news for a last-place Mets team that has had terrible luck with injuries to key players in 2026. If the 28-year-old outfielder doesn't make progress soon, he could be advised to go under the knife, which would almost certainly knock him out for the rest of the season. It's becoming harder and harder for fantasy managers to continue stashing him in an IL spot in shallow mixed leagues. The Cuban slugger was hitting only .224 (19-for-85) with two home runs, eight RBI, 10 runs scored, and two stolen bases at the time of his injury, too. Robert's injury has paved the way for both rookie outfielders Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing to make their MLB debuts, and they should have plenty of runway for extended playing time now.
Source: New York Mets
Source: New York Mets
James Tibbs III Homers, Remains a Top Stash Option as Strong Season Continues
Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect James Tibbs III broke a 21-game homerless drought on Tuesday in a 2-for-6 day at the plate, belting his 12th home run of the season. As has been the case this year, his big power comes with a lot of swing-and-miss, with the Dodgers' 10th-ranked prospect striking out in three of his six at-bats. A strong walk rate has helped to offset that this year, and the result is a .316/.422/.606 slash line with a 15.2 percent walk rate, 25.2 percent strikeout rate, a .449 wOBA, and a 158 wRC+. His 16 doubles and 50 runs scored both lead the Pacific Coast League. It seems a big league debut would be in order with everything he's done at Triple-A this year, but right now, he's not on the 40-man roster, and there is no opening in the outfield on the majors roster. Still, with the groove he is in at the plate, the 23-year-old remains one of the top hitters to stash in fantasy leagues with a debut likely to happen later this season.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Mookie Betts Set to Break Out of Slump After Two-Homer Game?
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts was struggling mightily at the plate before the team's outburst on Tuesday night in a 15-6 win over the visiting Colorado Rockies. Betts finally showed some life at the plate by going 3-for-5 with two home runs, five RBI, and a strikeout to boost his season average to .190 and his OPS to .679. Since returning from the injured list on May 11, Betts has gone 11-for-56 (.196) with four homers, a double, eight RBI, six runs, three walks, and seven strikeouts. In his last seven games, he had gone just 4-for-29 (.138), but the move to the cleanup spot on Tuesday seemed to spark the 33-year-old veteran to life offensively. Betts got the scoring started with a two-run blast in the first inning. Although the former MVP and eight-time All-Star is still hitting under the Mendoza Line for the season, he does have six home runs in just 84 at-bats, and it might be a good time to try and see if you can still buy low on him.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Yordan Alvarez Hits Two More Homers in Loss to Rangers
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez was at it again in the team's 10-7 loss to the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Tuesday night, going 2-for-5 at the plate with two home runs, four RBI, and two strikeouts. Alvarez is now hitting .303 on the season with a 1.045 OPS as one of the best hitters in the game. The 28-year-old left-handed slugger mashed a three-run blast in the third inning and a solo shot in the eighth, but the Astros' comeback attempt fell short. Fantasy managers were a bit worried when Alvarez missed Sunday's contest with a back injury, but he only missed one game and has hit three homers in two games since returning to the lineup. It's been nice to see Alvarez bounce back in 2026 after an injury-plagued 2025 campaign. In addition to his .303 average and 1.045 OPS, he has a .414 on-base percentage, .631 slugging percentage, 18 home runs, 37 RBI, 34 runs scored, and a stolen base across 55 games. Alvarez also ranks in the 93rd percentile in hard-hit rate, the 100th percentile in xwOBA, and the 100th percentile in expected slugging, so the underlying metrics absolutely support his strong season at the plate.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
With Carlos Lagrange Struggling at Triple-A, is He Still Worth Stashing?
New York Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange gave up five earned runs in his latest start at Triple-A, the second time he's done so in his last four starts, which has bloated his ERA for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to 4.78 over 10 starts in all. The Yanks' fourth-ranked prospect brings the heat, with his four-seamer averaging 99.1 mph in 2026, but with a high 29.1 percent strikeout rate comes some control issues, which has resulted in a 12.2 percent walk rate and a gaudy 1.41 WHIP. The 6-foot-7 flamethrower looked poised to make his big league debut earlier in the year, but the organization will likely want to see some developmental progress before giving him a shot in the majors. That should still happen later this year, perhaps by the All-Star break, and with his big strikeout potential, the 23-year-old should remain on the stash radar, though he's not a priority stash at the moment.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Michael Thorbjornsen Trending in Wrong Direction Entering Colonial
Michael Thorbjornsen opened the CJ Cup Byron Nelson with a bogey-free 64 before following it up with a two-over 73 on Friday to miss the cut. He now turns to the Charles Schwab Challenge, where his only previous appearance ended in a withdrawal due to a wrist injury. Colonial typically rewards accurate driving, short-iron play, and hot putting. Thorbjornsen ranks 103rd in total strokes gained (-0.120 per round), 115th on approach (-0.169), 140th in putting (-0.418), and 62nd in driving accuracy. He also sits in just the 49th percentile in proximity from 100-150 yards, a range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots here last year. At $8,200 on DraftKings, Thorbjornsen appears to be trending in the wrong direction and profiles as a risky fantasy option this week.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Shohei Ohtani Expected to Start on Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani's (hand) removal from Tuesday's win over the Colorado Rockies after taking a pitch off his pitching hand was precautionary, manager Dave Roberts told Katie Woo of The Athletic. He is expected to make his start on Wednesday, and no imaging was required. However, it's to be determined if Ohtani will also serve as the designated hitter. Ohtani went 0-for-2 and was hit by a pitch in Tuesday's 15-6 drubbing of the last-place Rockies and was pulled after being hit on the hand in the fourth inning. Despite the injury scare, fantasy managers should keep Ohtani in their starting lineups for Wednesday's action against the Rockies. The 31-year-old four-time MVP and five-time All-Star has been better as a pitcher than a hitter in 2026 going 4-2 with a stingy 0.73 ERA (2.38 FIP) and 0.84 WHIP with 54 strikeouts and only 13 walks in 49 innings across his eight starts. He should also be a must-start in traditional fantasy leagues if he's in the batting order as the DH. The Rockies as a team rank 22nd in baseball with a .685 OPS.
Source: The Athletic - Katie Woo
Source: The Athletic - Katie Woo
Gary Woodland Looking to Get Back on Track at Colonial
Despite carrying momentum into the PGA Championship, Gary Woodland struggled in the short game, losing over 3.2 strokes combined putting and around the green on his way to a missed cut. He now looks to bounce back at the Charles Schwab Challenge, where he has recorded three top-15 finishes and just one missed cut in his last five appearances. Colonial typically rewards accurate driving, short-iron play, and hot putting. Woodland ranks 38th in total strokes gained (+0.607 per round), 11th off the tee (+0.587), 23rd on approach (+0.253), and 54th in putting (+0.183). Accuracy remains the biggest concern, however, as he ranks just 109th in driving accuracy while hitting only 56% of fairways. Woodland's game is built more around power than precision, which makes him a slightly volatile option at Colonial, though his upside remains high at $8,400 on DraftKings.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Is Jaxon Wiggins Worth a Stash Amid Slow Rehab Progress?
Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins (elbow) has been sidelined since early April with elbow inflammation, but has progressed to throwing bullpens over the last month. While it's progress, he's not ready to return to game action yet, according to president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. There was also no return timeline provided, so it would seem a return in early July would be an optimistic view. Regardless of an exact timetable, the Cubs' third-ranked prospect should be on fantasy managers' radar with his big strikeout stuff and with the big league rotation losing multiple key pieces to the injured list. The 6-foot-6 hurler made just two starts in 2026 before the elbow flared up, but last season he struck 31.0 percent of batters faced on the way to a 2.19 ERA and 1.03 WHIP in 78 innings pitched from High-A to Triple-A. Managers should continue to monitor for any updates to his progress as the 24-year-old could quickly become a top pitcher to stash in season-long leagues.
Source: Meghan Montemurro - Chicago Tribune
Source: Meghan Montemurro - Chicago Tribune
Zach Ertz Could Still Contribute in Dynasty Leagues
Free agent tight end Zach Ertz remains unsigned as most teams around the league gather for organized offseason workouts, but he has gone on record that he intends to return for 2026. Ertz suffered a devastating ACL tear in a Week 14 loss to the Vikings, but he is determined not to have that be the final play of his career. The 35-year-old three-time Pro Bowler was playing well before the injury, on a 17-game pace of 69 catches for 698 yards after his first season in Washington ended with 654 yards and seven touchdowns. A nine-month recovery timeline would put Ertz in line to return to action for the start of the 2026 season, and depending on where he lands, he could still carve out a fantasy-relevant role as the NFL shifts to a new normal of having multiple tight ends on the field at once. At RotoBaller's dynasty TE44, he's a practically forgotten-about trade target who could add depth for contending managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Corbin Burnes Recovery Progressing, High-End Starter Worth Stashing
Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes continues to progress in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and a return around the All-Star break is beginning to look realistic. The 31-year-old has not pitched since June 1, 2025, but remains one of the premier starting pitchers in baseball when healthy. Burnes was dominant before the injury in his first season with Arizona, posting a 2.66 ERA with 63 strikeouts across 64 ⅓ innings in 11 starts. The three-time All-Star is expected to begin live throwing soon, which is another encouraging step in his recovery process. Fantasy managers searching for second-half upside should strongly consider stashing Burnes now before his roster percentage begins to climb closer to his return.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
De'Aaron Fox Limited to Nine Points in Game 5 Loss
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox had a miserable time in Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday, finishing a 127-114 loss with nine points on a 4-for-15 effort from the field. He missed all four attempts from three-point range. While he struggled to score, Fox did a good job in other areas, tallying four rebounds, nine assists, and three steals with only one turnover in 33 minutes. Fox is playing through an ankle injury in the playoffs, which could be why he has made only 32.1% of his field-goal attempts over the last two games. An improvement from Fox would significantly boost San Antonio's chances in Thursday's elimination game.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Russell Henley a Top Option at Colonial
Russell Henley has been playing solid golf throughout the season, recording seven top-25 finishes and three missed cuts through 11 events. He now turns to the Charles Schwab Challenge, where he has posted finishes of T58 and T16 in two prior appearances. Colonial typically rewards accurate driving, short-iron play, and hot putting, all areas that fit Henley's game well. He ranks 24th in total strokes gained (+0.830 per round), 82nd on approach (+0.066), and 40th in putting (+0.270). Henley has also been the most accurate driver on Tour this season, hitting over 70% of fairways. Additionally, he sits in the 89th percentile in proximity from 100-150 yards, a range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots here last year. At $10,200 on DraftKings, Henley profiles as one of the strongest options in the field.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Dyami Brown Holds Little Dynasty Value in His Return to Washington
Washington Commanders wide receiver Dyami Brown signed a one-year deal this offseason to return to the team that drafted him in 2021. Brown's single season with Jacksonville in 2025 was an unproductive one, finishing the year with only 227 yards on 20 receptions, and even though the receiver room he rejoins in Washington doesn't boast the top-to-bottom target competition of the one he left in Duval, expectations remain low from a fantasy perspective, reflected by his standing as WR129 in RotoBaller's latest dynasty rankings. Veteran Terry McLaurin is all but locked in as the top option in new coordinator David Blough's offense, and free agent additions Chig Okonkwo and Rachaad White are expected to see a healthy dose of receiving work from their respective tight end and running back positions. 2026 third-round pick Antonio Williams projects to eventually earn a full-time role in the slot, leaving Brown in competition with Luke McCaffrey and Jaylin Lane for additional targets in what has been one of the league's run-heaviest offenses since Dan Quinn took over as head coach. Having never topped 308 receiving yards or three total touchdowns in a season, Brown is not a player who needs to be rostered heading into 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Harry Hall Hoping Putter Carries Him at Colonial
Harry Hall has had an up-and-down season, mixing five top-25 finishes with five missed cuts through 13 events. He now heads to the Charles Schwab Challenge, where he has posted finishes of T6, missed cut, and T3 over the last three years. Colonial typically rewards accurate driving, strong short-iron play, and putting. Hall ranks just 121st in strokes gained off the tee (-0.220 per round) and 98th on approach (-0.058), but remains one of the better putters on Tour, sitting 36th (+0.297). He is also in the 75th percentile in proximity from 100-150 yards, a range that accounted for more than 34% of approach shots here last year. Hall's upside almost always comes down to the putter, and in his two strong finishes here, he gained over 10.9 strokes combined on the greens. If the flat stick heats up again, he could outperform his $8,100 price tag on DraftKings.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Should Fantasy Managers Stash Aidan Miller Despite Murky Return Timeline?
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop prospect Aidan Miller (back) resumed light baseball activities last week, so hopefully that means he'll be swinging a bat soon, and although there has been no additional update from the Phillies since then, the 21-year-old should be on fantasy managers' stash radar if a rehab stint is on the way in the coming weeks. The Phils' top-ranked prospect has been out all year with a lower back injury that cropped up late last season and has lingered into 2026. Despite the back issue, the right-handed hitter finished strong in 2025 and put together a final slash line of .264/.392/.433 with 14 home runs and 59 stolen bases over 116 games (108 at Double-A). Proactive managers should consider stashing the former first-rounder ahead of time, as his combination of power and speed, with the likelihood of a decent batting average, gives him multi-category appeal for fantasy, which would make him a priority stash once he gets rolling at Triple-A.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Antonio Senzatela Becoming Viable Waiver-Wire Add for Saves
Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela continues to trend upward in the back end of the bullpen and is becoming a speculative waiver wire target for saves. The closer role in Colorado has largely been a committee effort, but Senzatela's production has stood out. The veteran owns a 1.13 ERA with a dominant 0.78 WHIP, positioning himself for more high-leverage opportunities moving forward. With Victor Vodnik and Jimmy Herget currently on the injured list, Senzatela is tied for the team lead among active pitchers with three saves. He has quietly become one of the Rockies' most reliable bullpen arms, and fantasy managers searching for saves should monitor him closely as opportunities continue to open up in Colorado.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Julian Champagnie Notches 22 Points With Four Triples Tuesday
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Julian Champagnie had the best postseason outing of his career on Tuesday night, racking up 22 points in a 127-114 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. He came out red-hot, scoring 13 first-quarter points. Champagnie finished 4-for-8 from downtown and had an 8-for-15 overall record from the field. He was the team's second-leading scorer behind Stephon Castle and led the Spurs with eight rebounds. The 24-year-old also had active hands on the defensive end, snagging three steals. Following his two-point dud in Game 4, Champagnie will have renewed confidence after Tuesday night. But he has rarely strung together two strong performances in the playoffs, making him a risky fantasy option.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
