December 9, 2025
There is mutual interest in a potential extension for
Jakob Marsee and the Miami Marlins, but no formal offer has been made, according to Isaac Azout from Fish On First. The 24-year-old burst onto the scene last year, slashing .292/.363/.478 with five home runs, 33 RBI, 28 runs, 14 stolen bases, and a 133 wRC+ in 234 plate appearances. The young outfielder also showed good plate discipline, posting a 9.4 BB% to a 20.5 K%. For 2026, the speedy lefty is expected to steal between 30-40 bases while putting up 10-15 home runs at the top of Miami’s batting order. At his current 152 ADP, he is a safe bet for steals with enough on-base skills and emerging pop to return profit even without a major breakout.
--Marty TallmanSource: Isaac Azout
December 9, 2025
The Kansas City Royals' starting pitchers
Noah Cameron,
Ryan Bergert, and
Stephen Kolek are drawing interest from several teams, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The St. Louis Cardinals have specifically checked in on Cameron, who posted a 2.99 ERA (4.33 SIERA) with a 12.8 K-BB% across 138 1/3 innings last season. While Rogers did not specify which clubs are eyeing Bergert and Kolek, it's reasonable to assume that neither pitcher would fetch a significant return. In 2025, Bergert recorded a 3.66 ERA (4.62 SIERA) with an 11.8 K-BB% over 76 1/3 innings, while Kolek logged a 3.51 ERA (4.39 SIERA) with a 10.0 K-BB% across 112 2/3 innings.
--Marty TallmanSource: Anne Rogers
December 9, 2025
The Boston Red Sox have a stronger chance than the Toronto Blue Jays to acquire Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman
Ketel Marte, largely because Boston has more MLB-ready starting pitching. The 32-year-old is owed $102.5 million over the next six seasons and is coming off a year where he slashed .283/.376/.517 with 28 home runs and a 145 wRC+. The Red Sox could center a deal around one or both of
Payton Tolle and
Connelly Early. Tolle impressed in the minors last season, posting a 3.04 ERA, 133 strikeouts, 23 walks, and a 0.99 WHIP across 91 2/3 innings. After a late-summer call-up, he struggled in the majors, recording a 6.06 ERA and a 1.59 WHIP over 16 1/3 innings, but the underlying talent remains evident. Early produced even stronger results. Across AA and AAA, he delivered a 2.60 ERA, 132 strikeouts, and a 1.11 WHIP in 100 1/3 innings. In his brief major-league stint, he was dominant, pitching to a 2.33 ERA with a 36.7% strikeout rate while effectively limiting hard contact. Adding Marte would represent a significant upgrade over Boston's current second baseman,
Ceddanne Rafaela, who is better utilized in a super-utility or outfield role.
--Marty TallmanSource: Jon Morosi
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Jalen McMillan (neck) was able to log a limited practice session on Tuesday. McMillan has now logged back-to-back limited practice sessions to begin the week. The 24-year-old appears to be almost ready to make his season debut. McMillan has been sidelined all year due to a serious neck injury that he suffered in mid-August in a preseason game. Fantasy managers will need to check back for the final injury report on Wednesday. The Buccaneers could also be getting wideout
Mike Evans (collarbone) back from IR for a Thursday night matchup against the division-rival Atlanta Falcons. If McMillan is active in Week 15, he won't be a recommended fantasy football option in his season debut, and he could struggle for consistent snaps to close out the regular season in a crowded WR corps that also includes
Chris Godwin Jr. and rookies
Emeka Egbuka and
Tez Johnson.
--Andy WebbSource: Buccaneers Communications
December 9, 2025
New York Knicks center
Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) will play on Tuesday against Toronto. KAT wasn't available for Sunday's win over the Orlando Magic, marking his first absence of the 2025 campaign. Despite appearing on the injury report and carrying a questionable designation, he'll be back on the floor for the NBA Cup meeting. In Towns' only game versus the Raptors this season, he amassed 22 points and eight rebounds while shooting 25.0% from behind the arc. Of course, fantasy managers are hoping that was an isolated incident. With Towns back in the lineup,
Mitchell Robinson, coming off a six-point, 13-rebound, one-block effort, will presumably head to the bench.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Stefan Bondy
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Mike Evans (collarbone) was a limited participant in practice for the second straight day on Tuesday. The veteran wideout has been on Injured Reserve since suffering a broken collarbone in Week 7. Before that, Evans missed three games due to a lingering hamstring injury. When healthy, Evans has recorded 14 receptions for 140 yards and one touchdown in four games. It appears Evans is trending in the right direction, but fantasy managers will need to check back on Wednesday for the final injury report ahead of the Thursday night matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons. The veteran pass-catcher is a future Hall of Famer, but he could be on a snap count if he returns in Week 15, which would make him a volatile fantasy option in what is the first week of the fantasy playoffs in most leagues.
--Andy WebbSource: Buccaneers Communications
December 9, 2025
Indianapolis Colts quarterback
Philip Rivers has a "very real chance" of starting versus the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15. The 44-year-old signed with the team's practice squad earlier this week after a successful workout with the organization on Monday. With
Daniel Jones (Achilles) out for the year, Rivers appears to have a legitimate chance at taking snaps this upcoming weekend. Rivers hasn't played in the NFL since the 2020 season with the Colts. He threw for 4,169 passing yards with 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions during that season while leading Indy to the playoffs. Rookie quarterback
Riley Leonard (knee) would be the next man up, but he suffered a Grade 1 PCL sprain in Week 14. With his availability up in the air, Rivers and
Brett Rypien are the only healthy options on the Colts' roster. Rivers is probably the preferred choice given his experience in head coach Shane Steichen's offensive scheme. This is a strange situation, but the Colts are desperate for a QB with the injuries piling up under center. Rivers would be a desperation QB2 play in superflex leagues if he makes the start.
--Andy WebbSource: Ian Rapoport
December 9, 2025
Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (lower body) is facing another spell on the sidelines after he was placed on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff expects Zucker to "miss some time" due to a lower-body injury. Zucker was unavailable for most of November due to a viral illness. He had been hugely impressive since returning, amassing 11 points (five goals, six assists) in nine games. For the season, Zucker has notched 18 points (nine goals, nine assists) in 21 games. Josh Dunne will take Zucker's spot in the lineup on Tuesday against the Edmonton Oilers, but he has no fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (undisclosed) is poised to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the St. Louis Blues, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports. The Czech superstar has joined his teammates for pregame warmups after initially being regarded as a game-time decision. Pastrnak, who has missed five contests, is once again averaging over a point per game this season, scoring 11 goals and serving 18 assists in 26 appearances. Alex Steeves has seen time on the first line during Pastrnak's absence and must now settle for a lesser role.
--Taavi PailkSource: Lou Korac
December 9, 2025
Miami Dolphins quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa has given some underwhelming performances over the last few weeks. In fact, Tagovailoa has thrown for fewer than 200 passing yards in four straight games. The 27-year-old hasn't posted a multi-score game since Week 10 versus the Buffalo Bills, either. Tagovailoa does have a plus matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15, though. The Steelers' defense has given up nearly 250 passing yards per game this season. However, it's worth noting that Tagovailoa has notoriously struggled in cold weather. He hasn't thrown for over 200 yards in a road game since Week 8 in Atlanta, which was indoors. The sixth-year quarterback could be worth a look in two-quarterback leagues, but his ceiling for fantasy purposes remains low.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood (back) will start on Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators. He has been out of the lineup for three games due to a back issue. This season, Wedgewood ranks in the top four in all the main goalie categories. He has a 13-1-3 record, a 2.07 goals-against average, and a .920 save percentage. Over his last three starts, Wedgewood has allowed three total goals, recording his first shutout of the season against the Chicago Blackhawks on Nov. 23. On Tuesday night, Wedgewood faces the NHL's fourth-weakest offense, as Nashville is averaging only 2.61 goals per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve ahead of Tuesday's tilt against the Anaheim Ducks. He departed the lineup on Sunday against the Dallas Stars and will miss at least a couple more games after Tuesday night. Pittsburgh also placed Blake Lizotte (upper body) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. The Penguins are once again struggling with injuries in the attacking department, giving Thomas Novak a top-line role. Novak has been a regular on the score sheet recently and could cause plenty of trouble for the opposition as Sidney Crosby's partner in crime.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback
Aaron Rodgers finally found some success through the air during last week's win over the Baltimore Ravens. Rodgers threw for 284 yards with one touchdown, which was good enough for top-10 QB value in Week 14. He also had a rushing TD. Before that, Rodgers was held to under 240 passing yards in his previous five contests. The expectation is that Rodgers will continue having success this weekend, assuming the Steelers remain aggressive through the air. He'll draw a favorable matchup against a Miami Dolphins defense that ranks 21st in fantasy points allowed to QBs. Rodgers isn't an elite option, but he should offer more streaming value than usual in Week 15. He's certainly worth a look in two-quarterback leagues, at a minimum.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Toronto Raptors guard
Jamal Shead (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Knicks. He was listed on the injury report because of a quad contusion. However, the 23-year-old is available. Not only that, he will start in place of
Immanuel Quickley (illness), who won't suit up for this one. Shead has averaged 5.8 points, 5.1 assists, and 1.2 steals this season. With
RJ Barrett (knee) also sidelined, he has an excellent chance of being much more productive, giving him streaming value for fantasy managers. Shead will also be a popular DFS option for those capable of making a late swap.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Toronto Star Sports
December 9, 2025
St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou (lower body) will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Boston Bruins and is considered week-to-week. Blues head coach Jim Montgomery told reporters that Kyrou is anticipated to miss at least one week of action, meaning he will probably sit out three more games after Tuesday night. Mathieu Joseph will get a look on the second against Boston after he recorded one assist in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens. Joseph hasn't managed points in back-to-back games since February, recording eight points (two goals, six assists) in 24 outings this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Toronto Raptors guard
Immanuel Quickley (illness) won't play in Tuesday's NBA Cup matchup versus the New York Knicks. He hasn't felt the best of late, although it didn't stop him from suiting up in Sunday's loss to the Boston Celtics. Unfortunately, the illness will now cost the 26-year-old his first game of the 2025 campaign. With
RJ Barrett (knee) also sidelined,
Scottie Barnes and
Brandon Ingram should both see a considerable uptick in scoring opportunities. As far as the starting lineup is concerned,
Ochai Agbaji or
Jamal Shead (quadriceps) may find themselves with the first-five, although each is in line for an increase in minutes.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Tommy Beer
December 9, 2025
Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (lower body) will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Winnipeg Jets. He has missed 12 games due to a lower-body injury. Harley is projected to skate on the second defensive pairing and the second power-play unit. Compared to the previous campaign, Harley's scoring rate had dropped in 2025-26, but he has still been impactful. In 18 appearances, Harley has had 10 points (one goal, nine assists), 21 shots, and 43 blocks. He will look to build momentum against a struggling Jets team that has lost seven of its last nine games. Vladislav Kolyachonok will sit out Tuesday's game as a healthy scratch.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end
Cade Otton (knee) was unable to participate during Tuesday's practice. This is now back-to-back days that Otton has been sidelined due to a knee issue. There is now some doubt surrounding whether Otton will be able to suit up on a short week for Thursday's Week 15 matchup against the division-rival Atlanta Falcons. If Otton sits out,
Payne Durham should take over as the No. 1 tight end in Tampa Bay. Durham has been non-existent with one reception for 11 yards on the season. The third-year tight end won't be a recommended streaming option, even if Otton is inactive against Atlanta.
--Andy WebbSource: buccaneers.com
December 9, 2025
Colorado Avalanche right wing Martin Necas (illness) is a game-time call for Tuesday's contest against the Nashville Predators. He left the morning skate early due to illness. Necas has had a great time in Denver and is currently on pace for a massive 110-point campaign. In 29 outings, he has contributed 14 goals and 25 assists. Gavin Brindley (lower body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Tuesday and could be Necas' replacement in the lineup against Nashville. This is a very favorable fantasy matchup for Colorado's frontline, as the Predators allow the second-most goals in the league (3.50) and have the fifth-worst save percentage (.883).
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Seattle Seahawks quarterback
Sam Darnold has had his share of ups and downs in his first year in Seattle, but overall, it's been another strong season while leading the Seahawks to a 10-3 record going into Week 15 action. Darnold had a disastrous four-interception game in the loss to the Rams on Nov. 16 and also failed to throw a touchdown in last week's shutout win over the Vikings. The 28-year-old bounced back in Sunday's 37-9 rout of the Falcons, though, going 20-for-30 for 249 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while adding 23 rushing yards on three carries. Darnold has a 22:11 TD:INT ratio in 13 games in 2025 and ranks as the QB19 in fantasy points per game. Overall, he's the QB14, and he'll be a high-end QB2 for fantasy managers in the first week of the playoffs in most leagues. Darnold will be facing a fading Colts team that has allowed the fourth-most passing yards per game (246.3). He's rostered in only 54% of Yahoo leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
New York Islanders center Jean-Gabriel Pageau (upper body) will return from an eight-game absence in Tuesday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. He will skate with Anders Lee and Mathew Barzal on the second line. Before he suffered an upper-body injury, Pageau was stuck on a five-game scoring drought. However, it has been a decent campaign for him. In 22 outings, the defensive-minded forward has totaled six goals and 12 points. Pageau's return means there is no room for Maxim Tsyplakov in the lineup on Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Cam York (upper body) will miss Tuesday's clash against the San Jose Sharks. He will be out for a second straight game due to an upper-body injury. York is tied for fourth on his team with 11 assists and has scored one goal in 23 games this season. Due to York's absence, Ty Murchison will make his NHL debut against San Jose. He will join Noah Juulsen on the third defensive pairing. Murchison does not have much fantasy upside, posting four points (one goal, three assists) in 21 AHL appearances in 2025-26.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 9, 2025
The Chicago White Sox won the MLB draft lottery on Tuesday and will have the first overall pick in the 2026 draft. The White Sox came into Tuesday's lottery with the highest odds (27.73%) to win the No. 1 overall pick after finishing 60-102 in 2025. It will be the first time that they have had the No. 1 selection in a draft since they took Harold Baines back in 1977. After the White Sox, the Tampa Bay Rays will pick at No. 2, followed by the Minnesota Twins, San Francisco Giants, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Kansas City Royals. The Colorado Rockies, who had the worst record (43-119), were not eligible for the draft lottery because they received lottery picks in 2024 and 2025. Colorado will have the 10th overall pick in 2026. Although the White Sox already have a promising young shortstop in
Colson Montgomery, they are widely expected to take UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the No. 1 overall pick next July.
--Keith HernandezSource: Chicago White Sox
December 9, 2025
The Arizona Cardinals offense has been much more productive with quarterback
Jacoby Brissett under center since
Kyler Murray (foot) went down with a sprained foot back in Week 5. In terms of fantasy points per game, Brissett ranks as the QB16 in his 10 games played, with 2,459 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and five interceptions on 346 attempts. Overall, he ranks as the QB20 in only 10 games played in 2025. In the blowout loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, the 32-year-old veteran went 25-for-44 for 271 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception while adding 22 rushing yards on four carries. Brissett has had at least 258 passing yards and two touchdowns in all eight of his starts, and he's tossed exactly two TDs in all but one of his starts. Before Week 14, Brissett had a three-game streak of at least 301 passing yards. He has become a strong QB2 streamer for his volume -- he's attempted 40-plus passes in five straight games -- although a Week 15 date with the Texans and their No. 1 defense will certainly be a challenge.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
We knew that Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver
Jack Bech would have a bigger role in the Week 14 game against the division-rival Denver Broncos on Sunday, with fellow rookie
Dont'e Thornton Jr. ruled out with a concussion. In the 24-17 loss, Bech played a season-high 82% of the offensive snaps and led the team in targets (six), catches (six), and receiving yards (50). Four of the 22-year-old's six targets on the day came late in the fourth quarter after quarterback
Kenny Pickett had already replaced the injured
Geno Smith (shoulder). Bech's day wasn't huge by any means, but it marked the best performance of his rookie season, and he could continue to stay more involved in Week 15 on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles if Thornton is forced to miss another game. The second-rounder out of TCU is rostered in only 1% of Yahoo leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 9, 2025
The Philadelphia Phillies announced on Tuesday that they have extended the contract of manager Rob Thomson through the 2027 season. The announcement came shortly after the Phillies announced that they re-signed designated hitter
Kyle Schwarber to a five-year, $150 million deal on Tuesday. The 62-year-old Thomson has the second-most wins (346) and second-best winning percentage (.580) by a manager in Phillies history. He has guided the Phillies to the playoffs in each season since he replaced Joe Girardi on June 3 of 2022, including National League East titles in each of the last two years. The Phillies won the NL pennant in 2022 but lost in the World Series to the Houston Astros. Thomson has joined Dave Roberts, Aaron Boone, and Mike Matheny as the only managers in MLB history to make the postseason in each of their first four years at the helm.
--Keith HernandezSource: Philadelphia Phillies
December 9, 2025
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver
Drake London (knee) was listed as a non-participant for the second straight day this week on Tuesday, according to the team's official website. London suffered a sprained PCL in his knee back in Week 11 and hasn't practiced or played since. The 24-year-old still has one more day to get back on the practice field, but as of now, it's not looking good for his chances of returning to play in Week 15 against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football. If London misses a fourth straight game, tight end
Kyle Pitts Sr. will maintain midrange TE1 status in fantasy football, with receiver
Darnell Mooney also having more boom upside as a WR4/flex. In the last two weeks, Pitts has come on strong with London sidelined, catching 13 of his 18 targets for 172 yards as one of quarterback
Kirk Cousins' top targets. London's next chance to play will be in Week 16 versus the Cardinals if he's ruled out for this Thursday night.
--Keith HernandezSource: AtlantaFalcons.com
December 9, 2025
According to Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley, forward
Paolo Banchero will remain on a minutes limit in Tuesday's NBA Cup meeting with the Miami Heat. The 23-year-old recently returned from a 10-game absence caused by a groin injury. Since then, he's played twice, totaling 44 minutes. It's possible he could see over 25 minutes, although 30 minutes would be a stretch. However, with
Franz Wagner (ankle) ruled out, Banchero should have plenty of time to do something meaningful for fantasy managers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Cody Taylor
December 9, 2025
Los Angeles Rams tight end
Colby Parkinson has scored in four of the past five games and is establishing himself as a legitimate fantasy option. Parkinson has collected 17 receptions for 155 yards and four touchdowns on 21 targets in the last five contests, ranking as the TE5 in total PPR points during that span. He's emerged as the Rams' TE1 over the second half of the season with
Tyler Higbee (ankle) on Injured Reserve, and he notably posted a 71% route share in the Week 14 win over the Arizona Cardinals, his highest of the season. The 26-year-old's previous high in a game this year was just 50%. If Parkinson maintains a similar rate over the final stretch of the regular season, he profiles as a viable TE1 with his favorable usage in the red zone in one of the NFL's best offenses. For fantasy managers in need of a tight end for this week and the fantasy playoffs, Parkinson is a player to add and immediately plug into lineups for a potential Week 15 shootout against the Detroit Lions.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
The Detroit Tigers are interested in signing free-agent reliever
Kenley Jansen, according to Ari Alexander. According to sources, the Los Angeles Angels have checked in on Jansen for a potential reunion. Right-hander
Will Vest is currently the favorite for saves in Detroit as things currently stand, but the Tigers are also interested in bringing
Kyle Finnegan back, so it seems likely that Vest will be in a co-closer situation for the start of 2026. The 38-year-old Jansen had a pretty solid season in his first season with the Angels in 2025, going 5-4 with a 2.59 ERA (3.98 FIP), 0.95 WHIP, 29 saves, 57 strikeouts, and 19 walks in 59 relief innings. Fantasy managers can't really expect Jansen to be much better than he was in 2025, though, after a 59.1% fly-ball rate and a career-low 24.4% strikeout rate. Jansen should still receive save chances somewhere in 2026, but it might be in more of a committee role, which is what he'd be in if he lands in Motown.
--Keith HernandezSource: Ari Alexander
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