Draymond Green Set to Stay With Warriors
Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green is expected to remain with the team in 2026-27. His name popped up in trade rumors during the season, but the Warriors seem ready to move forward with their core group. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed a new two-year contract, and there are reportedly extension talks planned with Stephen Curry. Green holds a $27.6 million player option for 2026-27. Even at 36, Green has remained an effective player, providing a little bit of everything. This season, he averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 0.9 steals in 27.5 minutes per game.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Should Fantasy Managers Be Looking to Sell High on Mike Trout?
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout has looked like his vintage self early in the 2026 season, hitting .248/.414/.510 with 11 home runs, 23 RBI, 33 runs scored, and five stolen bases through his first 186 plate appearances. The 34-year-old owns a ridiculous 20.4% walk rate, and his 25.8% strikeout rate is a significant improvement from the 32% mark he posted in 2025. Trout's quality of contact is also elite, as his 23.2% barrel rate would be the best mark of his career over a full season. Despite all the encouraging indicators, fantasy managers still must consider selling high on Trout. While he's managed to stay healthy so far this year, Trout has topped 500 plate appearances in a season just once in 2019. Given how this decade has gone for Trout, his best stretch of 2026 may be already behind him. Trout's upside is high enough that holding him is defensible, but fantasy managers are also justified in moving him if they receive an offer that's too good to pass up.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Trey McBride an Elite Fantasy TE Any Way You Slice it
Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride was by far and away the top fantasy TE in 2025 in his fourth year in the NFL, and he was also a Pro Bowler for the second straight season. The 26-year-old finished with career highs across the board in catches (126), receiving yards (1,239), touchdowns (11), and targets (169) in 17 starts. The former second-rounder in 2022 out of Colorado State surprisingly became even more productive after quarterback Kyler Murray's foot injury opened the door for veteran Jacoby Brissett to start from Week 6 on. Ten of his 11 TDs on the year came with Brissett throwing him the ball, and he led all TEs with 33 red-zone targets. The good news for McBride's fantasy value in redraft and dynasty leagues going into the 2026 season is that Brissett will enter the year as Arizona's starter again. The one potential concern is the team's new offense under head coach Mike LaFleur, which should be much more balanced than last year's pass-happy attack. But even with an expected volume hit, McBride is an elite player at his position, and RotoBaller has him ranked as the TE2 in dynasty settings, behind only the Raiders' Brock Bowers.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Warriors Looking to Extend Stephen Curry in Offseason
The Golden State Warriors are expected to engage in extension talks with point guard Stephen Curry this offseason. The two-time MVP is currently under contract for one more season, but the team appears determined to keep him around for longer. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed up for two more years with the Warriors, and it's reasonable to assume Curry will also stick around until at least 2028. Late next season, Curry will turn 39, and age could eventually affect his play. So far, Curry has continued to post world-class numbers. However, due to health problems, he played in just 43 games this season, and Curry's fantasy stock will decline if he continues to struggle to stay on the court.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jarren Duran Shaking Off Slow Start to 2026
Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran's numbers through his first 150 plate appearances of 2026 are well below his career norms, as he's hitting .194/.253/.324 with four home runs, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored, and eight stolen bases. However, the 29-year-old is starting to show signs of a breakout. Across 42 plate appearances in May, Duran is hitting .256/.310/.513 with three homers and three stolen bases. Duran's underlying metrics also provide reason for hope as his .237 batting average on balls in play is nearly 100 points worse than his career mark of .333. While Duran's production so far this season has been tough to stomach for fantasy managers, there's every reason to believe he is working his way back to his usual level of production. He profiles as a prime buy-low candidate across all fantasy formats.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
All Signs Point to Bounce-Back Season for Brock Purdy in 2026
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy had a lost season in 2025 due to toe and shoulder injuries that cost him eight games. The former last pick in the seventh round (Mr. Irrelevant) in 2022 out of Iowa State finished with 2,167 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions in nine regular-season starts to finish as the QB24 in fantasy football. But now that the 26-year-old is fully healthy as he embarks on his fifth year in the NFL, he's an obvious buy-low candidate with bounce-back potential in dynasty leagues in an offense that got some receiving upgrades in free agency in veterans Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, and in the draft in rookie second-rounder De'Zhaun Stribling. When he was on the field last year, Purdy mostly dinked and dunked in an offense that lacked consistent downfield threats in the passing game due to injuries. Getting tight end George Kittle (Achilles) back will be huge, but it's unclear when that will happen. As long as Purdy avoids the injury bug, he should be a fringe QB1 for fantasy managers. He's currently ranked as RotoBaller's No. 13 dynasty signal-caller.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Bucks Listening to Offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo seems closer than ever to leaving the team. On Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Bucks are open to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The team is looking for a young blue-chip talent and/or a surplus of draft picks in a potential deal. The Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers reportedly pursued Antetokounmpo at the February trade deadline. He should also draw plenty of interest in the offseason leading up to the 2026 draft. Wherever he lands, Antetokounmpo will aim to deliver a bounce-back campaign in 2025-26 after health issues limited him to 36 appearances this season.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jalen McMillan has a Path to Bigger Role, But There Will be Target Competition
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan played in only four games in his sophomore season in 2025 due to a serious neck injury that he suffered in the preseason. In those four contests, the 24-year-old showed flashes of long-term upside with 12 catches for 178 yards, although he failed to find the end zone. In his first NFL campaign in 2024 after the Bucs took him in the third round out of the University of Washington, McMillan had a 37-461-8 line on 58 targets across 13 games (12 starts). Veteran Mike Evans is out of town now, but McMillan will still have to work for targets from quarterback Baker Mayfield in a WR corps that features Chris Godwin Jr., Emeka Egbuka, Tez Johnson, and rookie third-rounder Ted Hurst. The 24-year-old will seemingly compete with Hurst for the WR3 role behind Godwin and Egbuka in a scheme run by new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson. McMillan is already established with two years in the NFL, but Hurst has better physical skills and a higher long-term ceiling. RotoBaller has McMillan currently ranked as the No. 71 dynasty WR.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
OG Anunoby Expected to Be Ready for Game 1 of East Finals
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) is expected to be healthy for the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, Ian Begley of SNY reports. "OG Anunoby will play in Game 1," Begley said on Monday. "I feel very comfortable saying that, just because of where this thing was in the day or two days after it happened." Anunoby, who is chasing his second championship ring, missed the last two games of New York's second-round sweep against the Philadelphia 76ers. In eight postseason appearances, Anunoby has impressed with high-level production, averaging 21.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 1.9 steals per game. His return to action would send Miles McBride back to the second unit.
Source: Ian Begley
Source: Ian Begley
De'Aaron Fox Listed as Questionable for Game 5
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fox injured his right ankle in Game 4 but had no issues finishing the game. Yet he has landed on the injury report before Tuesday's contest, leaving his status uncertain. The two-time All-Star posted 24 points, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals in 37 minutes in San Antonio's 114-109 Game 4 loss. If Fox can't suit up on Tuesday, the Spurs will hope to get more production from Keldon Johnson and Dylan Harper. Harper, who also had a good two-way showing in Game 4, would be the likely replacement for Fox in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Samuel Basallo is Fine After Being Scratched With Knee Injury
Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz said after the 3-2 win on Monday over the division-rival New York Yankees that catcher Samuel Basallo (knee) will be fine, according to Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports. The Orioles scratched the young backstop from the starting lineup on Monday as a precaution due to discomfort in his left knee. It sounds like he will avoid a stint on the injured list, and he could be back in the starting nine as soon as Game 2 of the series in Baltimore against the Yankees on Tuesday. Adley Rutschman got the start behind the plate on Monday and did the catching for right-hander Brandon Young. The left-handed-hitting Basallo has handled himself well so far in 2026 in his first full year in the majors, slashing .270/.333/.470 with an .803 OPS, five home runs, 15 RBI, and 14 runs scored in 33 games across 126 plate appearances. Despite the presence of Rutschman, Basallo is expected to continue catching enough to retain eligibility at the position for fantasy managers, which is a big deal. He's currently rostered in 35% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MASN Sports - Rock Kubatko
Source: MASN Sports - Rock Kubatko
Giancarlo Stanton Could Ramp Up his Running This Week
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) was getting tests done on Monday to check on his healing process. Depending on the results of the tests, Stanton could ramp up his running program this week, per Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Boone added that the power-hitting DH has done some indoor running work already as he rehabs from a right-calf strain that landed him on the 10-day injured list. Once the 36-year-old veteran advances in his running program, he could be cleared to go on a minor-league rehab assignment. Until then, though, we won't have a clearer picture of when he might rejoin the major-league roster. With both Stanton and Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) on the IL, the Yankees finally called up left-handed power/speed prospect Spencer Jones. Stanton can still be an asset in fantasy baseball leagues for his power from the right side, but a lot of managers have run out of patience in having to deal with his durability issues. Stanton is currently rostered in only 34% of Yahoo leagues. He's hitting .256 (23-for-90) on the season with three homers, 14 RBI, eight runs, and a stolen base in 24 games.
Source: New York Daily News - Gary Phillips
Source: New York Daily News - Gary Phillips
Mets to Call Up Top Prospect A.J. Ewing
The New York Mets plan to call up top prospect A.J. Ewing before Tuesday's game against the Detroit Tigers, league sources told Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Mets came into Monday's action with a 15-25 record, which is the worst in the National League, and they are desperate to do something to turn their season around. Per MLB Pipeline, Ewing is New York's No. 2 prospect, behind only right-hander Jonah Tong. In 12 games at Triple-A Syracuse, Ewing has hit .326. He started the year at Double-A Binghamton, where he had a 1.052 OPS while playing strong defense in center field. The 21-year-old left-handed hitter was a fourth-rounder in 2023. Ewing is ranked No. 98 on Keith Law's top-100 list. He's known for his speed and contact ability, and he's one of the top young prospects to stash in fantasy baseball leagues, especially now that he's heading to the Show this week. The Mets are hopeful that Ewing's plus defense, plus baserunning, and developing power will give them a jolt, and fantasy managers can say the same. He's currently rostered in just 3% of Yahoo leagues, but that number should jump in the next few days.
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon
Source: The Athletic - Will Sammon
Carlos Correa Undergoes Season-Ending Ankle Surgery on Monday
The Houston Astros said that veteran infielder Carlos Correa (ankle) underwent surgery on the peroneus brevis tendon in his left ankle on Monday, and he will miss the rest of the season, according to Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Correa suffered the freak ankle injury while taking batting practice last Tuesday before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he's expected to need around six to eight months to recover. Although shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring) is on track to return from the injured list later this week, Correa's injury is one that the struggling Astros may never recover from in 2026. The 31-year-old veteran has a history of foot injuries, but this ankle injury is not related to the plantar fasciitis that he's dealt with in recent seasons. Before his season-ending injury, Correa was hitting .279 (34-for-122) with three home runs, 16 RBI, 22 runs scored, and a stolen base in 32 games played. Fantasy managers in single-year formats should have already dumped Correa to the waiver wire.
Source: Houston Chronicle - Matt Kawahara
Source: Houston Chronicle - Matt Kawahara
Jeremy Pena Expected to Start a Rehab Assignment on Tuesday
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring) did full baseball drills on Monday and is expected to start a minor-league rehab assignment on Tuesday, likely at Double-A Corpus Christi, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Pena will be back in action in the minors this week as he recovers from a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for more than a month, but barring a setback, the 28-year-old could be back in the big-league starting lineup by the end of the week. It's great news for a struggling Houston squad that already lost veteran infielder Carlos Correa (ankle) for the rest of the 2026 season. With Correa and Pena out of late, the Astros have been running a platoon at the 6 with Braden Shewmake and Nick Allen. When he's reinstated, Pena will be the Astros' everyday starter at shortstop, and he'll have value in most fantasy leagues after being named a first-time All-Star in 2025, when he hit .304/.363/.477 with an .840 OPS, 17 homers, 62 RBI, 20 steals, and 68 runs in 125 games played. Pena went 11-for-43 (.256) with five runs and a stolen base in 10 games earlier this year before landing on the IL. He's rostered in 80% of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggart
Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggart
Bryce Eldridge to be Involved Every Day
San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello said that the plan is to find a pinch-hit opportunity every day that first base prospect Bryce Eldridge doesn't start, according to Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports. The Giants will mix him in at first base and designated hitter, too. The team believes that late-game appearances will be good for Eldridge's development, and the bench needs his power. The 21-year-old rookie is starting on the bench for a second straight game in Monday's series opener against the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers, but we should see the former 16th overall pick in 2023 at some point later in the game as a power bat off the bench. Since being called up recently, Eldridge has just two hits in 16 plate appearances with a solo homer, two walks, and five strikeouts in five games played. He's rostered in only 12% of Yahoo leagues right now, but Eldridge is a fine young player to stash in deeper leagues for his left-handed power stroke, and his playing time should only increase as the year goes on, especially if the Giants trade away some of their big contracts by the deadline this summer.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Kevin Huerter to Remain Sidelined in Game 4
Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (adductor) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Huerter remains on the sideline and hasn't appeared in a contest since Game 4 of the first-round series. It's unclear when Huerter will return, with him being listed as questionable coming into this game. His continued absence should mean Caris LeVert and Daniss Jenkins continue to have increased roles in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert is Cleared for Game 4 on Monday
Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (heel) has been upgraded to available ahead of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeVert was questionable coming into this game due to a right heel contusion. He played 17 minutes on Saturday, finishing with six points, four rebounds, and four steals in the loss. The expectation is that LeVert will continue to play minutes in the teens. The four-steal performance was nice to see, but DFS managers can't expect that to happen every game. LeVert isn't an ideal streaming option with him only playing minutes in the teens right now.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Thomas Bryant is Available to Play in Game 4
Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (back) is cleared to suit up for Monday's Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. Bryant was uncertain to play in this one due to back spasms. It doesn't appear to be significant enough to keep Bryant out of action. He hasn't played a significant role in the rotation throughout the postseason. He could see a few minutes off the bench, but it won't be enough to warrant looking at Bryant as a possible DFS option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Victor Wembanyama Won't be Suspended Following Game 4 Ejection
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama won't face further discipline following his ejection from Sunday's Game 4. Wembanyama was ejected from Sunday's game after receiving a Flagrant 2 foul for elbowing Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid in the head. The superstar center won't face a fine or any kind of suspension. He only played 12 minutes before getting tossed from the contest. The Spurs would end up losing the game, but they will have Wembanyama back for Game 5 on Tuesday. His return to the rotation will mean less playing time for Luke Kornet and Carter Bryant.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Mookie Betts is Officially Back on Monday
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (oblique) was activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Monday's game against the San Francisco Giants. As expected, Betts is back after a five-week absence due to a strained oblique. Before going down, Betts was struggling with only five hits during his first eight games of the season. He could need a few games to shake off the rust, but fantasy managers shouldn't be worried about him long-term. He'll cover shortstop and bat second against right-hander Trevor McDonald on Monday. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Betts is in there ahead of the first pitch.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Harrison Bader Activated, Playing on Monday
San Francisco Giants outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. Bader is back in the mix after missing nearly a month of action due to a strained hamstring. Before the stint on the shelf, Bader was struggling with only six hits in his first 52 at-bats of the season. Bader will take over in center field and bat eighth versus right-hander Roki Sasaki on Monday. Bader could offer some help to fantasy managers in deep leagues that need a bat. He figures to play every day out in center field for the Giants going forward.
Source: mlb.
Source: mlb.
Samuel Basallo is Scratched with Knee Discomfort
Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (knee) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the New York Yankees. Basallo is dealing with some left knee discomfort after a collision at home plate during the seventh inning of Sunday's game. The expectation is that he'll undergo further testing to determine the severity of the issue. For now, fantasy managers should consider Basallo as day-to-day. Basallo has been crushing the ball lately, so hopefully he won't be forced to miss much time. Coby Mayo will serve as the designated hitter and bat sixth against left-hander Ryan Weathers on Monday.
Source: Andy Kostka
Source: Andy Kostka
Jakob Junis to Function as Opener on Monday
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Jakob Junis will function as the opener for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Junis will be asked to make an emergency start with Nathan Eovaldi (side) being a late scratch on Monday. Junis has made over 100 career starts, but has been exclusively a reliever since the 2025 season. He figures to only work a few innings before handing it over for a bullpen game. Cal Quantrill could end up pitching the bulk of the innings on Monday. Junis won't be a reliable streaming option given the fact that he isn't going to pitch deep into this game.
Source: Jeff Wilson
Source: Jeff Wilson
Nathan Eovaldi Scratched From Monday's Start With Side Tightness
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (side) has been scratched from his scheduled start against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday. The right-hander will miss at least one start with what is being called left side tightness. The expectation is that Eovaldi will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the issue. For now, fantasy managers should consider Eovaldi as day-to-day. The Rangers will go with Jakob Junis as the opener and likely have a bullpen game the rest of the way. Eovaldi has been fantastic lately, so hopefully this will only be a one-start absence.
Source: Kennedi Landry
Source: Kennedi Landry
Mark Jankowski Signs Two-Year Extension With Hurricanes
Carolina Hurricanes center Mark Jankowski has committed himself to the team for two more years, signing a $3.7 million contract extension. He will remain in Raleigh, despite having the option to explore the market as an unrestricted free agent. Jankowski moved to Carolina in March 2025, when the Hurricanes acquired him from the Nashville Predators. He has been a good fit on the fourth line, notching 29 points (19 goals, 10 assists) in 87 outings with the team. During the team's impressive postseason run this year, Jankowski has contributed one assist in eight contests. The 31-year-old isn't someone fantasy managers need to watch, yet Jankowski has established himself as a valuable piece for the Hurricanes.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Joel Kiviranta Cleared to Play Monday
Colorado Avalanche left wing Joel Kiviranta (upper body) has been officially cleared to return to action on Monday in Game 4 against the Minnesota Wild, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. The Finnish forward has been forced to skip five consecutive games due to an upper-body injury. In his only two playoff outings this year, Kiviranta failed to register a point, but he has totaled five hits. If added to the lineup, Kiviranta will be a bottom-six option and bolster the team's penalty kill, making him more valuable in real life than in fantasy.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
Josh Manson Available for Game 4 Monday
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (upper body) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Minnesota Wild, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. He has missed four games due to an upper-body injury. Manson's return will be a boost for Colorado's backline. The 34-year-old has recorded two assists, five SOG, 10 hits, and a plus-two rating in three playoff outings this year. If Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar decides to insert Manson back into the lineup, it will likely come at the expense of Nick Blankenburg, who has made his only postseason appearances during Manson's absence.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
Mackenzie Blackwood Expected to Start Monday
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood is poised to make his first start of the 2026 postseason in Game 4 against the Minnesota Wild on Monday, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports. He worked in the starter's crease during the morning skate and was the first goalie to leave the ice. Colorado has so far trusted Scott Wedgewood in the postseason, but he struggled in Game 3 against Minnesota, opening the door for Blackwood to claim the starting job. In a relief effort on Saturday, Blackwood looked sharp, stopping 12 of 13 pucks. He faced the Wild twice during the regular season, posting a 1-1-0 record, a 2.05 goals-against average, and a .937 save percentage.
Source: Peter Baugh
Source: Peter Baugh
Jonas Brodin Won't Play Monday
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) will miss a fifth straight game on Monday against the Colorado Avalanche, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. He has struggled to overcome a lower-body injury, leaving the Wild without a blue-liner who has a lot of playoff pedigree. Brodin's absence has allowed Daemon Hunt to play in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in his career. He has registered one assist, two SOG, three blocks, four hits, and a plus-two rating in three appearances. However, Hunt lacks fantasy value due to his limited playing time. So far, he has averaged only 13:57 of ice time per game.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
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