April 28, 2026

The New England Patriots exercised cornerback Christian Gonzalez's fifth-year option on Tuesday, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. This move was fully expected after Gonzalez was selected to his first Pro Bowl in Year 3 in 2025 after he recorded a career-high 69 tackles (54 solo) and 10 pass breakups in 14 regular-season games. The 23-year-old was the Patriots' first-round pick (17th overall) in 2023 out of Oregon. He played in only four games in his rookie season due to injury, but he has bounced back nicely in each of the last two seasons with a combined 128 tackles (104 solo), two interceptions, 21 pass breakups, and a fumble recovery in 30 starts. Gonzalez will make $18.1 million on his fifth-year option in 2027, but it doesn't keep the Patriots from eventually signing the star defensive back to a long-term extension. He was a big reason that the Patriots surprised everyone in 2025 to make a run to the Super Bowl.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

April 28, 2026

ESPN's Adam Schefter considers new Arizona Cardinals running back Tyler Allgeier as one of the biggest losers after the 2026 NFL draft last week. Allgeier left the Atlanta Falcons to sign a two-year, $12.25 million deal with the Arizona Cardinals so that he could finally be a lead back in the NFL. Then on draft night, the Cardinals took Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick, thrusting Allgeier right back into a backup role. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. says that the Cardinals could accommodate Allgeier a bit by putting Love out wide as a slot receiver in the offense this year. Love is a dynamic threat out of the backfield as both a receiver and runner, so he will give the Cardinals flexibility and versatility in the backfield, but the bottom line is that the addition of the Fighting Irish star RB is a major threat to Allgeier having a much bigger role than he saw in Atlanta behind Bijan Robinson. That's especially true since the Cardinals also have James Conner (foot) and Trey Benson (knee) as backfield options in 2026 (if they aren't traded). Allgeier could open the season as the primary back in Arizona, but before long, Love should take over.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

April 28, 2026

ESPN's Adam Schefter said on The Pat McAfee Show this week that he thinks the Philadelphia Eagles will receive a first-round pick for wide receiver A.J. Brown from the New England Patriots when the trade "comes together" on June 1. The Eagles have been open to moving Brown after June 1 all along, and the New England Patriots really want Brown, even though they signed Romeo Doubs in free agency in March. Schefter believes the Patriots will end up sending a 2028 first-rounder to Philly, and receiver Kayshon Boutte could be headed to Philly as part of the package. The 28-year-old Brown, who was a second-rounder by the Tennessee Titans in 2019 out of Mississippi, may have worn out his welcome in Philly in 2025, when he openly complained about his role on offense. Brown still finished with his sixth 1,000-yard season in seven NFL campaigns, but he also had a career-low 12.9 yards per catch and was as up-and-down as a 1,000-yard receiver can be. A move to New England to work with young QB Drake Maye could reinvigorate Brown as he enters his eighth NFL season in 2026. He'd immediately become the Pats' WR1 over Doubs if he were to be traded to New England.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

April 28, 2026

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (back) is "trending" towards returning from the 10-day injured list when first eligible on Saturday, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Realmuto has been sidelined since April 21 due to back spasms. Across 61 plate appearances before the injury, Realmuto hit .259/.344/.352 with one home run, four RBI, and five runs scored. While the 35-year-old no longer profiles as the same hitter he once was at his peak, Realmuto should still be a solid source of batting average from the catcher position for fantasy managers. He also profiles as a major upgrade behind the plate for the Phillies, who have gotten little from the catching tandem of Rafael Marchan and Garrett Stubbs in Realmuto's absence.--Will Brady
Source: The Athletic - Matt Gelb

April 28, 2026

Justin Rose finished third at the Masters Tournament three weeks ago and will return to action this week for the Cadillac Championship held at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. So far this season, Rose has one win, two top-25 finishes and three missed cuts seven starts. Rose has bounced back after missing two straight cuts and secured two straight top-25 finishes. Over the past 12 months, Rose ranks in the 67th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is important because the Blue Monster Course will play over 7,739 yards, making it the second longest course in the rotation this year.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Hideki Matsuyama finished tied for 12th at the Masters Tournament three weeks ago and will now prepare for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Matsuyama has six top-25 finishes and no missed cuts in nine starts this season. He started off the season with four straight top-25 finishes and has secured two in his last two starts. Over the past 12 months, Matsuyama ranks in the 58th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because the Blue Monster Course plays over 7,739 yards which makes it the second longest course in the rotation this year.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Si Woo Kim finished in third at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago and will now turn his focus to preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Kim has eight top-25 finishes and no missed cuts in 12 starts this season. Kim started the season with five straight top-25 finishes and has three in his last five starts. Over the past 12 months, Kim ranks in the 77th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because the Blue Monster Course is over 7,739 yards in length, making it the second longest course in the rotation this year.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Nicolai Hojgaard finished tied for 55th at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago and will now focus on preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Hojgaard has six top-25 finishes and one missed cut in 11 starts this season. Hojgaard had rattled off five straight top-25 finishes to start the season but has secured only one in his previous five starts. Over the past 12 months, Hojgaard ranks in the 95th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is important because the Blue Monster Course is over 7,739 yards in length which makes it the second longest course in the rotation in this year.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Harris English finished tied for fourth at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago. He will now turn his attention to preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. English has six top-25 finishes and one missed cut in 10 starts this season. Over the past 12 months, English ranks in the 54th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because the Blue Monster Course plays over 7,739 yards, making it the second-longest course in the rotation this year.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Corey Conners finished tied for 55th at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago and will now focus on preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Conners has three top-25 finishes and one missed cut in nine starts this season. Over the past 12 months, Conners ranks in the 72nd percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because the Blue Monster Course will play over 7,739 yards, making it the second-longest course in the rotation this season.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

Daniel Berger finished tied for 42nd at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago. He will now turn his focus to preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Berger has three top-25 finishes and two missed cuts in 10 starts this season. Over the past 12 months, Berger ranks in the 53rd percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is important because the Blue Monster Course plays over 7,739 yards, making it the second-longest course in the rotation this season.--Ian Christenson - RotoBaller
Source: Data Golf

April 28, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed the rare right-of-first-refusal tender on free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday, sources told Adam Schefter of ESPN. It means that Rodgers can accept a 10% raise from last year's salary, which would pay him around $15 million in 2026, and the Steelers also will have the right to match any offer sheet he would sign with another team. Rodgers would only be able to sign with the Steelers once training camp begins, as another condition of the tender. The 42-year-old future Hall of Famer has not informed Pittsburgh of his decision on whether he wants to continue his career and re-sign with the team, but all signs continue to point to a reunion with new head coach Mike McCarthy. The Steelers drafted QB Drew Allar in the third round last week, but if Rodgers returns, he will be the team's starter under center for a second straight season. Pittsburgh has added some reinforcements at receiver behind DK Metcalf, including former Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr., but Rodgers should still be viewed as more of a low-upside, low-end QB2 in superflex leagues in 2026 if he's back for another season.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

April 28, 2026

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said that closer Raisel Iglesias (shoulder) has resumed throwing, per Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game. McAuley reports that the team expects Iglesias back "when first available off the IL, if not shortly thereafter." The veteran right-hander was placed on the 15-day injured list just over a week ago due to shoulder inflammation and is eligible to return to the Braves' active roster on May 5. Before getting injured, Iglesias was off to an excellent start with a 0.00 ERA, 0.69 WHIP, 11 strikeouts, and five saves across 8 2/3 innings pitched. In his absence, Braves right-hander Robert Suarez has stepped in as the team's closer. However, Iglesias should re-assume his usual role in the ninth inning for Atlanta upon his return to the big leagues.--Will Brady
Source: 92.9 The Game - Grant McAuley

April 28, 2026

Free-agent wide receiver Jauan Jennings is visiting with the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday night and Wednesday, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. The 49ers moved on from Jennings after not finding common ground for a long-term extension. The 28-year-old's market has been ice-cold this offseason after he caught 55 passes for 643 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns in 15 regular-season starts in his fifth year in the NFL. Jennings has 15 touchdown receptions in the last two years and also set career-highs in catches (77) and receiving yards (975) in 15 games for the 49ers in 2024. The former seventh-rounder's high-point mark easily could have been the 2024 season. His production soared the last two seasons, with both Brandon Aiyuk (knee) and Ricky Pearsall missing extended time with injuries in the Bay Area. If Jennings were to land in Minnesota, his fantasy ceiling would be much lower behind both Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.--Keith Hernandez
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

April 28, 2026

Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter/outfielder Christian Yelich (groin) is "ramping up hitting and running," and his expected return remains mid-to-late May, per Brewers beat writer Sophia Minnaert. The 34-year-old Yelich has been on the injured list since mid-April due to a strained adductor. Across 56 plate appearances before getting injured, Yelich hit .314/.375/.451 with one home run, 10 RBI, 10 runs scored, and three stolen bases. Injuries are a persistent concern for Yelich, who managed to play 150 games in 2025 but appeared in just 73 contests in 2024. Still, when healthy, the veteran slugger remains a must-start fantasy bat with the potential to contribute in all five categories. With Yelich sidelined, infielder Tyler Black and catcher/first baseman Gary Sanchez could continue to see the majority of DH at-bats for Milwaukee.--Will Brady
Source: Sophia Minnaert

April 28, 2026

The Los Angeles Chargers announced on Tuesday that they exercised the fifth-year option on wide receiver Quentin Johnston. Johnston was taken by the Bolts with the 21st overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft out of TCU. He was looking like a first-round bust after a very disappointing rookie year that involved plenty of miscues and drops. The 24-year-old then bounced back in 2024 with 55 catches, 711 yards, and eight touchdowns in 15 regular-season games. Johnston had a similar campaign in 2025, finishing with a 51-735-8 line in 14 regular-season starts. The Chargers did add receiver Brenen Thompson in the draft this year, but as long as the team doesn't re-sign veteran Keenan Allen, Johnston should be quarterback Justin Herbert's primary deep threat through the air in 2026. The 6-foot-2, 208-pounder has been a boom/bust WR4/flex as a big-play receiver, but he could have even more upside in new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniels' scheme in his fourth NFL season.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Los Angeles Chargers

April 28, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said that outfielder/designated hitter George Springer (toe) could be activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday, per Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Springer has been on the IL for over two weeks due to a fractured left big toe. Across 62 plate appearances before getting injured, the 36-year-old hit .185/.290/.370 with two home runs, six RBI, four runs scored, and a stolen base. The veteran Springer had a monster campaign in 2025, hitting .309 with 32 home runs and 18 stolen bases across 586 plate appearances. While some degree of regression is likely for Springer, he still offers power and speed upside for fantasy managers and should be locked into an every-day role at the top of the Blue Jays lineup upon his return.--Will Brady
Source: MLB.com - Keegan Matheson

April 28, 2026

The Detroit Lions plan to pick up the fifth-year option of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs, according to Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News. Gibbs will be due $14.3 million fully guaranteed for the 2027 season, tying him for the fifth-most expensive RB in the league based on average annual contract value. As one of the best all-around backs in the NFL, picking up the 24-year-old's fifth-year option was a no-brainer move for Detroit. He has been a Pro Bowler in each of his first three years in the league, and there's an argument to be made that he's worth the No. 1 overall pick in fantasy football drafts this year. Gibbs finished with his second straight 1,000-yard rushing campaign in 2025 and added 13 rushing touchdowns in 17 starts. Through the air, he caught a career-high 77 passes for 616 yards and five more touchdowns on 94 targets. With David Montgomery now out of town, the Lions should utilize Gibbs even more as a rare three-down back in his fourth year in the NFL. Through three seasons, Gibbs has an impressive 3,580 rushing yards and 39 rushing TDs, adding 1,449 receiving yards and 10 receiving touchdowns. The dude is a beast at the RB position.--Keith Hernandez
Source: The Detroit News - Nolan Bianchi

April 28, 2026

Detroit Tigers utility man Javier Baez (lower leg) was carted off from his team's game against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night after an awkward slide into first base. While the extent of the injury is not yet known, Tigers beat writer Chris McCosky reports that Baez appeared to be unable to put any weight on his right leg/ankle. The 33-year-old was hitless in two at-bats before leaving the game against Atlanta. Across his first 86 plate appearances of 2026, Baez was hitting .256/.280/.397 with two home runs, six RBI, 10 runs scored, and a stolen base. With Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows (arm) currently on the 60-day injured list due to a broken radius bone, Baez has been seeing more time in center field in Detroit. If Baez is forced to miss time, top Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark could be the next man up in Detroit. UPDATE: Baez will undergo an MRI exam on his right ankle.--Will Brady
Source: Chris McCosky

April 28, 2026

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (ankle) had a successful and anticipated follow-up clean-up procedure on his ankle during his scheduled re-check with Dr. Norman Waldrop last week, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The Broncos are expected to be conservative with Nix's participation during the offseason program, but the third-year signal-caller "continues to make strong progress" in his recovery and is firmly on track to be ready for the start of training camp at the end of July. The 26-year-old should then be ready to roll for Week 1 of the 2026 regular season in early September, barring a setback with his surgically repaired ankle in camp. The Broncos would like to see Nix start developing chemistry with new receiver Jaylen Waddle as quickly as possible, but they aren't going to rush anything. In his second NFL season in 2025, Nix nearly led the Broncos to the Super Bowl before fracturing his ankle late in the Divisional Round win over the Bills. He was a top-10 fantasy QB as well, throwing for 3,931 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions while adding 356 rushing yards and five touchdowns on the ground in 17 regular-season games. Nix has some injury risk because of his ankle, but if fully healthy in head coach Sean Payton's offense, he should at least be considered a low-end QB1 in fantasy leagues.--Keith Hernandez
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

April 28, 2026

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize (groin) was forced to exit early from his start on Tuesday night against the Atlanta Braves due to groin tightness, per Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Before getting injured, Mize allowed three hits and two earned runs while walking one and striking out three across 2 1/3 innings of work. The 28-year-old has gotten off to a strong start to the 2026 season, posting a 2-2 record with a 2.90 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with 35 strikeouts across 31 innings (six starts). The extent of Mize's injury is not yet clear, but a trip to the injured list appears to be a possibility. If Mize were to miss time, Tigers right-hander Sawyer Gipson-Long could be the favorite to take his spot in the Detroit rotation.--Will Brady
Source: Detroit Free Press - Evan Petzold

April 28, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed reliever Louis Varland picked up his fourth save of the year in the team's 3-0 shutout win over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Tuesday and is positioning himself as the team's primary closer after right-hander Jeff Hoffman was recently demoted from the closer's role due to his ongoing struggles. Varland, 28, struck out the side in his inning of work to close things out at the Rogers Centre on Tuesday. The former 15th-round pick by the Minnesota Twins in 2019 out of Concordia University in Minnesota came into Tuesday's action with a microscopic 0.60 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 23 strikeouts, and only four walks in his 15 innings of work out of the bullpen. So far, Varland has been a perfect 4-for-4 with his save opportunities. With Hoffman not guaranteed to reclaim the closer role if he begins to turn things around, Varland is absolutely worth a waiver-wire pickup for fantasy managers in need of saves. He's only rostered in 53% of Yahoo leagues right now.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

April 28, 2026

New York Yankees infield prospect George Lombard Jr. is being promoted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, according to Jack Curry of YES Network. The Yankees have believed that Lombard is ready for the majors from a defensive standpoint, but they will now monitor how he progresses offensively at the highest minor-league level. Curry adds that the expectation is that Lombard will play some shortstop and third base at Triple-A. The 20-year-old former 26th overall pick in 2023 got the promotion to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after going 24-for-74 (.324) with four home runs, 10 RBI, 18 runs scored, and four stolen bases in 87 plate appearances over 19 games at Double-A Somerset to begin the 2026 season. Lombard has always been one of the youngest players at every level, and he still has plenty of time to mature and access more raw power from his 6-foot-2, 190-pound frame. Per MLB Pipeline, Lombard is New York's top prospect. Unless Lombard just absolutely kills it at the plate in Triple-A, it's more likely that he'll make his major-league debut for the Yankees in 2027.--Keith Hernandez
Source: YES Network - Jack Curry

April 28, 2026

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (jaw) was forced from Tuesday's game in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians with a right-jaw contusion after fouling a ball off the right side of his face, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The good news is that Caminero's injury isn't serious, and he's considered day-to-day. In his only at-bat before leaving, Caminero was 0-for-1 at the plate. Ben Williamson entered the game for the Rays to play second base, with Richie Palacios shifting over to the hot corner. It doesn't sound like Caminero will be forced to the injured list with this injury, but he could be held out of Wednesday's series finale against Cleveland as a precaution. Fantasy managers will want to check back then to see if he's back in the starting lineup for Tampa. The 22-year-old Dominican broke out in 2025 in his first full year in the big leagues, slashing .264/.311/.535 with 45 home runs, 110 RBI, and seven stolen bases in 154 games played. He is a must-start anytime he's in the Rays' lineup in traditional leagues. Coming into Tuesday's game, Caminero had gone 29-for-112 (.259) with eight homers and 15 RBI in his 28 games.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin

April 28, 2026

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Scottie Barnes has delivered back-to-back inspiring performances to help the team tie its first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. After dropping the first two games, the Raptors had their backs against the wall in Games 3 and 4 -- and the situation brought the best out of Barnes. He averaged 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 8.5 assists, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 blocks in two consecutive home wins. With the series now shifting back to Cleveland, the Raptors have some positive momentum. Barnes has been doing it all for Toronto, and slowing him down won't be easy for the Cavaliers.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

April 28, 2026

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that left-hander Justin Steele's (elbow) flexor strain in his left elbow will keep him out of the team's starting rotation until after the All-Star break in mid-July, according to Taylor McGregor of the Marquee Sports Network. The Cubs were originally hoping that Steele could return from the injured list in early June. Unfortunately, Steele had a setback during his rehab on Tuesday and will miss the entire first half of 2026. The 30-year-old southpaw is on the 60-day IL at the moment. Fantasy managers are obviously going to need to be patient with Steele this year. He's currently rostered in only 16% of Yahoo leagues, and fantasy managers in mixed leagues should now be considering whether to continue stashing him for the rest of the first half of the season. Steele was a first-time All-Star in 2023 and was solid again in 2024, but he only made four starts with the Cubbies last year before having UCL revision surgery in April.--Keith Hernandez
Source: Marquee Sports Network - Taylor McGregor

April 28, 2026

Miami Marlins right-handed closer Pete Fairbanks (thumb) is going on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with nerve irritation, according to Christina De Nicola of MLB.com. The Marlins are hoping that he'll be out for just 15 days. Fairbanks was ineffective in a save opportunity on Monday night in the loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers and was pulled from his outing early after losing feeling in his right hand. It's a similar issue to what he dealt with in April of 2024, when he landed on the IL with the Tampa Bay Rays. Back then, he ended up missing three weeks of action. Miami is hoping it won't be as long this time around, but fantasy managers need to plan for the worst. Fairbanks had five saves and a bloated 10.00 ERA and 1.44 WHIP in his first nine innings for Miami in 2026, but he also secured five saves and has 80 saves since the start of the 2023 campaign. With Fairbanks sidelined for at least the next two weeks, expect the Fish to use a closer-by-committee that could feature any of Anthony Bender, Andrew Nardi, Tyler Phillips, and Calvin Faucher.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com - Christina De Nicola

April 28, 2026

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris is enjoying one of the best postseason campaigns of his career in 2026. Through four games in the first-round series against the Orlando Magic, the 33-year-old has averaged 19.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.5 steals. His scoring is up nearly six points from his regular-season numbers. Only once, in 2021 with Philadelphia, has Harris averaged more points in the playoffs (21.8). The veteran has become a bigger offensive threat despite making just 14.3 percent of his three-pointers. In Wednesday's Game 5, Harris could record his first three-game postseason streak of 20-point outings in five years -- a feat his team might desperately need after falling behind 3-1 in the series.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

April 28, 2026

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (calf) is not in the team's starting lineup on Tuesday for Game 2 of the series at Petco Park against the visiting Chicago Cubs, according to MLB.com. Jake Cronenworth is starting at the hot corner and will bat ninth for the Friars, with Fernando Tatis Jr. playing second base for a second straight day and batting out of the two-hole versus Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera. Bryce Johnson is making the start for SD in right field with Tatis back on the dirt in the infield. The 33-year-old veteran was pulled from Monday's win over the Cubs early as a precaution due to calf cramping, and he's available off the bench on Tuesday. The Padres are giving the star third baseman an extra day of rest, but he's expected to be fine, and he could return as early as Wednesday's game against the Cubbies. Machado got off to a cold start offensively in 2026, but he hit two home runs on Sunday in Mexico City and had doubled twice on Monday night before leaving with his calf injury, perhaps signaling that he's on the verge of breaking out with April nearing an end. Check back on Wednesday to see if Machado is ready to play in the series finale against the Cubs.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

April 28, 2026

Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia (elbow) is back at the hot corner and is hitting leadoff for Tuesday's game against the Athletics and right-hander Aaron Civale in Sacramento, according to MLB.com. It will be Garcia's first game back since missing three games with right-elbow cramps. However, the 26-year-old did come off the bench for two plate appearances in Sunday's contest. Now that he's back in action, fantasy managers will want to return him to their starting lineups. The Venezuelan third baseman is a fine DFS option for Tuesday's slate as well at hitter-friendly Sutter Health Park. After earning All-Star honors for the first time in 2025 in his fourth year in the majors, Garcia is off to a .263 (26-for-99) start at the plate this year with two home runs, 10 RBI, 15 runs scored, and two stolen bases in his 112 plate appearances across 26 games played. Garcia has hit .133 with a .266 OPS and one RBI in 15 career at-bats against Civale, but don't let that stop you from starting him in his return to the starting nine.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com