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Ryan Waldschmidt Showcasing Five-Category Upside Early in MLB Stint
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt has impressed through his first 10 games in the majors and looks ready to be a long-time fixture in Arizona's outfield moving forward. The 23-year-old is the team's No. 1 prospect according to MLB Pipeline and has lived up to the hype, hitting .313 (6-for-32) with four doubles, three stolen bases, three walks, and six RBI. He hasn't hit a homer yet in the majors, but had 18 in 134 games in the minors in 2025 and three in 34 games in Triple-A before his promotion. He has a 16.7% barrel rate and has caught barrels in back-to-back games after going 3-for-3 with two doubles in Monday's 12-2 rout of the Giants. Waldschmidt is a great fantasy baseball addition if you need outfield depth at this point in the season and offers well-balanced production with good speed and batting average production right away.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Ezavier Crowell has Immediate Opportunity at Alabama
Alabama freshman running back Ezavier Crowell enters the program as a former five-star recruit in the Class of 2026, and after the Crimson Tide failed to land an impactful transfer running back, he could make an immediate impact in Ryan Grubb's offense. Last season, the Tide ranked 15th in the SEC in rushing yards per game (104.1), and its leading rusher, Jam Miller, tallied just 504 yards. Miller is now in the NFL, leaving Daniel Hill (284 yards) and Kevin Riley (224 yards) as the program's leading returning rushers. Alabama needs a spark at the position, and Crowell, who rushed for 2,094 yards and 28 touchdowns in 12 games in his final high school campaign, could provide just that in his first collegiate season.
Source: RollTide.com
Source: RollTide.com
Terry McLaurin a Veteran Buy for Contending Dynasty Managers
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin missed seven games in 2025 and finished as the fantasy WR54 in half-PPR formats. Soon to be 31 years old, he has fallen to WR38 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings, but when last seen playing a complete slate of games with a fully healthy Jayden Daniels, he reeled in 1,096 yards and a career-high 13 touchdowns on 82 receptions. Having averaged only five scores per game in his five prior seasons, he was a clear regression candidate heading into 2025, but the rash of injuries and resulting disarray to Washington's offense have caused the pendulum to swing too far, leaving McLaurin as an underpriced buy candidate for contending managers. The Commanders have added complementary pass catchers in tight end Chig Okonkwo, running back Rachaad White, and third-round draft pick Antonio Williams, all of whom should help to draw coverage in service of new offensive coordinator David Blough's stated goal of building the offense around McLaurin. The eighth-year veteran had been remarkably durable before hitting the wrong side of 30, and while age-related maintenance now must be viewed as part of his profile, if 2025 proves to be more of a blip than a true decline, McLaurin could become one of the best bargains in dynasty leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Colt Emerson Launches First Career Home Run, Immediately Holding Must-Add Value?
Seattle Mariners shortstop/third baseman Colt Emerson only needed two career games to make an impact as he hit his first MLB homer on Monday night in his team's 6-1 win over the White Sox. Emerson went 1-for-4 with the eighth-inning three-run blast. He started each of the last two games at the hot corner for the Mariners, who are set to give him a long look at that spot with Brendan Donovan (groin) on the injured list. Emerson is just 20 years old but hit .255 with seven homers and 10 stolen bases in his 38 games in Triple-A before his promotion. He is a top-10 prospect in all of baseball (according to MLB.com) and looks ready to make an immediate impact. In mixed leagues, he's a nice grab if still available, although there isn't a clear spot for him when Donovan returns. Emerson has a solid plate approach, but he did have a 27.2% K% in Triple-A. He has the tools to be a great fantasy contributor if he keeps his strikeouts under control and climbs to a more prominent spot in Seattle's batting order.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mark Bowman a Day 1 Impact Player for USC?
USC true freshman tight end Mark Bowman was the No. 29 overall high school recruit (ESPN) in the Class of 2026. after forgoing his senior year of high school, he enrolled with the program this spring, and he could be a Day 1 impact player in Lincoln Riley's offense. USC's top two leading receivers from last season (Makai Lemon and Jakobi Lane) are off to the NFL, and tight ends Lake McRee and Walker Lyons are also no longer with the program. Rising sophomore Tanook Hines is slated to be the leading receiver in 2026, but Bowman has the opportunity to capture a productive role immediately to kick off his collegiate career. The 235-pound Colorado native is one of the top true freshmen to watch in 2026.
Source: USCTrojans.com
Source: USCTrojans.com
Tee Higgins Becoming an Underappreciated Dynasty Asset
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has averaged 11.8 half-PPR points per game since being selected in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft and has finished as the WR22 or better in four of the last five seasons despite playing a full 17-game slate only once. When the Bengals' offensive core of Higgins, Joe Burrow, and Ja'Marr Chase are healthy and available, as appears to be the case heading into 2026, Cincinnati boasts one of the most fantasy-friendly offenses in the league. While improvements made to the defense could lessen the need for Burrow and company to keep pace in one barnburner after another, talent alone should keep the Bengals among the highest-scoring teams in the league. The 27-year-old Higgins is as reliable an NFL WR2 as can be found, with arguably the highest upside insurance case in the league should Chase miss significant time, and at RotoBaller's WR24, he is quickly approaching underrated territory.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Bill Belichick Says Relationship with First North Carolina Team "Wasn't Great"
During an appearance on "Pardon My Take," North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick spoke candidly about his first year in Chapel Hill. "It was like they (last year's team) were recruited by somebody else; they came here for somebody else. I was new, they were leaving, you know." Belichick said. "It wasn't a bad relationship, but it wasn't a great one. There wasn't the same kind of adhesion that there is to guys that you bring in." But the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach is optimistic heading into 2026, calling this year's group hard-working and smart. Needless to say, Belichick carries plenty of expectations with him after a storied pro career. After last year's 4-8 campaign, the Tar Heels have one of the toughest schedules in the ACC, including games against Miami, Notre Dame, Duke, Virginia, and Louisville.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Brady House Optioned to Triple-A
Washington Nationals third baseman Brady House was optioned to Triple-A on Monday in the corresponding move that brought outfielder Dylan Crews back to the MLB roster. House has seven homers in his 44 games with a .227 batting average and .302 wOBA. House had a 43% hard-hit rate and 10.5% barrel rate, and his BABIP of .280 was below league-average. Some of his lower numbers were tough luck, but he also did have a 28.2% strikeout rate. He's always been a high-strikeout, high-homer prospect, but his defense has dropped off significantly this season. He seemed to be trending up lately, but the team may want him to get more full-time work in Triple-A while they fill in with Jorbit Vivas and Jose Tena in the majors. At this point, House is droppable in almost all formats, although he does have power upside if he gets another call later in the season.
Source: Nationals Communications
Source: Nationals Communications
Alex Caruso Erupts for 31 Points in Game 1 Loss to Spurs
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso led his team with a season-high 31 points in a 122-115 double-overtime loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night. The veteran, who scored 25 total points in the second-round series against the Lakers, looked incredible in the Western Conference Finals opener, going 11-for-19 from the field with an 8-for-14 record from downtown. Additionally, he was busy on the defensive end with two blocks and two steals. In 32 minutes off the bench, Caruso also contributed a pair of rebounds and one assist. In the previous eight playoff games, Caruso finished with double-digit points just twice, so he is unlikely to match his Game 1 effort on Wednesday night. But he's a valuable member of the rotation and generally does a little bit of everything.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Kemario Taylor a Breakout Candidate at Quarterback
Mississippi State quarterback Kemario Taylor flashed in limited action as a true freshman, completing 43 passes for 629 yards, five touchdowns, and one interception. He was impressive as a runner, tallying 458 yards and eight scores on just 82 attempts. Taylor started just two games in 2025, including against Ole Miss in the Egg Bowl. He threw for 178 yards and rushed for 173 yards and two touchdowns in the defeat, showing a glimpse of his upside heading into his starting career. With a full offseason and preseason as the QB1 in Jeff Lebby's system, he's a prime breakout candidate in the SEC in his true sophomore season. With Mississippi State having the talent disadvantage in most of its SEC contests, the program needs a game-changer at signal-caller, and Taylor could be just that.
Source: Sports Reference CFB
Source: Sports Reference CFB
Jalen Williams Productive in Comeback Game
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams made an all-around impact in Monday's Game 1 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. In his first game in nearly four weeks, Williams had 26 points, seven rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block. He finished 11-for-25 from the field, including 1-for-3 at the free-throw line. Williams logged 37 minutes, proving he's fully healthy after overcoming a left hamstring injury. While the Thunder did well without Williams, his return may prove essential in the Western Conference Finals after the Spurs' impressive performance on Monday.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Trinidad Chambliss the Undisputed Top SEC Quarterback Entering 2026?
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss came out of nowhere in 2025, beginning the season as the backup to Austin Simmons before quickly taking over the QB1 job for Lane Kiffin. The rising sixth-year senior tallied 3,937 passing yards, 527 rushing yards, 30 total touchdowns, and just three interceptions in 15 games. He led the Rebels to their best season in modern history. After winning his fight for another year of collegiate eligibility this offseason, he's viewed as the best quarterback in the SEC entering 2026. Chambliss will be without three of his top four receivers from 2025 (Harrison Wallace II, De'Zhaun Stribling, Cayden Lee), but the program added transfer wideouts Johntay Cook (Texas), Darrell Gill Jr. (Syracuse), Horatio Fields (Auburn), Cameron Miller (Kentucky), and Isaiah Spencer (Virginia Tech). With John David Baker calling plays, Chambliss should have another big season of production.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Records First Double-Double of Postseason
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander logged his first double-double of the postseason with 24 points and 12 assists in Monday's Game 1 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. After picking up his second MVP award ahead of the game, Gilgeous-Alexander struggled to meet his usual high standards. He came alive in the fourth quarter, scoring 12 points to help the Thunder extend the game. Yet Gilgeous-Alexander cooled off again in overtime, posting only two points. The Canadian star went only 7-for-23 from the field and collected eight points from the free-throw line with nine attempts. His line included three rebounds, five steals, one block, and four turnovers. Oklahoma City needs Gilgeous-Alexander to be much sharper to avoid a 2-0 hole in the series on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Rocco Becht The "Unifier" of Penn State's Roster
Former Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht followed his head coach, Matt Campbell, from Ames to Happy Valley this offseason. He is slated to be the starting quarterback for Penn State during his final season of eligibility. According to Campbell, Becth has been an important figure in uniting the group of players who came from Iowa State and those who remained at Penn State following James Franklin's departure. "I think he's already done an incredible job of kind of bringing those selfless work ethics here and being a great unifier from, you know, the young men that stayed in this program from Penn State, and kind of unifying all the young men that came on our football team in January, that Rocco has been a great anchor for all of us," Campbell said. In 42 games over the last four seasons. Becht completed over 60% of his passes for 9,274 yards, 64 touchdowns, and 27 interceptions. As a runner, he added 499 yards and 19 scores. He will look to help Penn State be competitive in Year 1 of the Campbell era.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Stephon Castle Opens Conference Finals With Double-Double
San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle produced a double-double in Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night, posting 17 points and 11 assists in a 122-117 double-overtime victory. He grabbed six rebounds and had one steal, but Castle also committed 11 turnovers, which marred his line. After losing De'Aaron Fox (ankle) from the lineup, the Spurs needed more playmaking from Castle, and things didn't go smoothly for him. Castle's field-goal efficiency also left a lot to be desired, as he finished 5-for-14 from the field and 1-for-6 from three-point range. Even after opening the Conference Finals with a double-double, Castle has plenty of room for improvement in Game 2.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Dylan Harper Makes Outstanding Two-Way Impact in Game 1 Win
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper was one of the stars of the show in Monday's double-overtime victory in Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, making a big impact at both ends of the floor. He notched 24 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, and seven steals in 47 minutes as a starter. Harper, who went 8-for-20 from the field (1-for-7 from deep) and 7-for-7 at the charity stripe, moved into the first unit after De'Aaron Fox (ankle) was surprisingly scratched for the contest. If Fox returns for Game 2, we won't see Harper as influential in the game, but he will remain a viable DFS option even in a bench role. The 20-year-old has averaged 14.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.7 steals during his first career playoff run.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Victor Wembanyama Dominates Game 1 Against Thunder
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama kicked off the Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a huge performance on Monday, amassing 41 points, 24 rebounds, three assists, one steal, and three blocks in a 122-115 double-overtime win. The 22-year-old became the youngest player in NBA history to record a 40-point, 20-rebound performance in the playoffs, and the first player since Wilt Chamberlain to have a 40-20 game in his Conference Finals debut. Wembanyama went 14-for-25 from the field and 12-for-13 at the line, making one of his two attempts from deep. A big shock could be on the cards in this series if Wembanyama keeps up this level of play for the rest of the way.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mattias Samuelsson Picks Up an Assist in Season-Ending Loss
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson collected an assist in Monday's 3-2 Game 7 defeat in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. 13:19 into the second period, Samuelsson initially celebrated scoring a goal, but he had to settle for an assist when it was determined that the puck went into the Canadiens' net off a deflection by Jordan Greenway. Alex Newhook's overtime goal delivered a cruel end to the campaign for the Sabres, but Samuelsson should enter the offseason in high spirits. He had a breakout year in 2025-26, with 41 points (13 goals, 28 assists) in 78 games, proving he can be much more than a shutdown defenseman. Across his first five NHL campaigns, Samuelsson had managed only 43 points (seven goals, 36 assists).
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Rasmus Dahlin Nets Fourth Postseason Goal
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin scored his fourth postseason goal in Monday's 3-2 Game 7 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. The Sabres captain tied the game at two with 6:27 played in the third period. Buffalo had all the momentum in the third frame, yet they couldn't find the game-winning goal and were burned in overtime by Alex Newhook. Dahlin had a career-high 74 points (19 goals, 55 assists) in 77 regular-season games and finished the playoffs strongly, putting together a five-game point streak. Overall, he notched 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) in 13 games during the postseason. At 26, Dahlin is still very young for a defenseman and is poised to remain a high-level fantasy performer for a long time.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jakub Dobes Records 37 Saves in Game 7 Win
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes finished Monday's 3-2 Game 7 victory against the Buffalo Sabres with 37 saves. Dobes couldn't hold a 2-0 lead on the road, but the Canadiens advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals thanks to an overtime tally from Alex Newhook. Montreal's young netminder rebounded well from a poor Game 6 outing, in which Dobes was lit up for six goals. He has done a great job responding to defeats throughout the postseason and hasn't yet lost back-to-back starts. Dobes has an 8-6 record in the playoffs, allowing 2.52 goals with a .910 save percentage. The Canadiens enter the next series as huge underdogs, but they won all three regular-season games against the Hurricanes with Dobes in net.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Lane Hutson Contributes Power-Play Assist in Game 7 Victory
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson registered a power-play assist as the team won Game 7 against the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime on Monday night. Hutson had an assist in a sixth consecutive game when Zack Bolduc scored with the man advantage at the 14:29 mark in the first period. In the Conference Finals against Carolina, he has a chance to set a new franchise record for the longest postseason assist streak, currently held by Jacques Lemaire, who had an eight-game run in 1973. Hutson leads Montreal in scoring in the playoffs with 14 points in as many games. All but two of his points have come via assists.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Nick Suzuki Extends Road Point Streak
Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki contributed a power-play assist in Monday's series-clinching 3-2 overtime victory against the Buffalo Sabres. He set up Zack Bolduc for the Canadiens' second goal late in the first period, becoming only the second player in franchise history to open a postseason with an eight-game road point streak. Suzuki has posted four goals and seven assists on the road during Montreal's run to the Eastern Conference Finals. At home, he has zero goals and two assists in six games this postseason. With the Canadiens on the road to start the Conference Finals against Carolina, we might see a couple more big performances from Suzuki this week.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Alex Newhook Scores Series-Clincher in Overtime
Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook scored the decisive goal in Monday's 3-2 Game 7 overtime victory against the Buffalo Sabres. He found the back of the net at the 11:22 mark in the extra frame after Montreal had let a 2-0 lead slip. Newhook also scored a Game 7 series-clincher in Round 1 against Tampa Bay and has seven goals this postseason -- only two players have scored more. In 14 outings, Newhook has also tallied two assists, making him one of Montreal's highest-scoring forwards in the playoffs. Impressively, Newhook has potted all seven goals at even strength, while star forwards Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Juraj Slafkovsky have combined for only three such goals.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Willy Adames Leaves Early on Monday With Hand Injury
San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames (hand) was pulled from Monday's game early against the hosting Arizona Diamondbacks after committing an error in the bottom of the fifth inning and taking a ground ball off of his right hand, according to The San Jose Mercury News' Justice delos Santos. Before injuring his hand, Adames had a solo home run (his fourth of the year) and a walk before Casey Schmitt shifted from left field to shortstop. Fantasy managers should consider the 30-year-old Dominican to be day-to-day heading into Game 2 of the series at Chase Field on Tuesday. Adames, like many other Giants hitters this year, has been a major disappointment, as he entered Monday's game in Arizona with a .234/.265/.356 slash line, .622 OPS, three homers, 13 RBI, 17 runs, and a stolen base in his first 46 games. Adames reached the 30-homer mark for the second straight season and the third time in the last four years in 2025, but he also hit just .225 (133-for-591) over 160 games played. Schmitt would most likely take over at the 6 going forward in San Fran if Adames' injury requires an extended absence.
Source: The San Jose Mercury News - Justice delos Santos
Source: The San Jose Mercury News - Justice delos Santos
Robbie Ray Leaves Start Early After Being Hit by Comebacker
San Francisco Giants left-hander Robbie Ray (quadriceps) left his start early on Monday night on the road against the division-rival Arizona Diamondbacks after fielding a comebacker that deflected off his quadriceps, according to Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News. delos Santos speculates that Ray's exit might not have been injury-related, though, after he allowed a whopping 10 runs (nine earned) on 11 hits (two homers) while walking two and striking out only one in 4 1/3 innings of work to take his sixth loss of the season. Either way, we'll be keeping a close eye on Ray's status in the coming days, and fantasy managers should be mindful that his next start could be up in the air. The 34-year-old former Cy Young winner and two-time All-Star came into Monday's start in the desert with a solid 3.04 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and 49 punchouts in 50 1/3 innings across nine starts, but his nightmarish outing ballooned his ERA to 4.28. If Ray's leg injury isn't too serious, he could be one of the more popular trade targets this summer in the final year of his contract in San Fran.
Source: The San Jose Mercury News - Justice delos Santos
Source: The San Jose Mercury News - Justice delos Santos
Jung Hoo Lee Pulled Early on Monday With Back Spasms
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (back) was pulled early from Monday's contest against the division-rival Arizona Diamondbacks with back spasms, according to Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle. Before leaving the game, Lee went 1-for-2 at the plate out of the leadoff spot for the Gigantes. He was replaced in right field by Will Brennan. Lee should be considered day-to-day for now, and he'll almost certainly be absent from the starting nine for Game 2 of the series in Arizona on Tuesday against the D-backs. Fantasy managers will want to check back later to see if Lee's back injury is serious enough to require a stint on the 10-day injured list. The 27-year-old Japanese native probably is not rostered in most mixed fantasy leagues after combining for only 10 home runs, 63 RBI, and 12 stolen bases in 187 games in his first two years in the big leagues. Going into Monday's action, Lee was hitting .266 (47-for-177) with only three homers, 17 RBI, and 20 runs across 191 plate appearances. He's currently rostered in only 12% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Shayna Rubin
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Shayna Rubin
Jose Caballero Plays Catch, Could Spend Minimum Time on IL
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero (finger) played catch on Monday, manager Aaron Boone told Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Caballero has already been fielding in the last few days, but he's not throwing yet. Boone added that Caballero still has a chance to spend the minimum 10 days on the injured list, but the Yankees will see how the next few days go. The speedy 29-year-old fractured his right middle finger on May 10, but he is making good progress and could return from the IL when he's eligible on Thursday. The Yankees have already said that Caballero will reclaim starting duties at shortstop in the Bronx from Anthony Volpe when he returns to the Bronx. The native of Panama was playing a solid shortstop for the Yanks before his injury while slashing .259/.320/.400 with a .720 OPS, four home runs, 13 RBI, 13 stolen bases, and 18 runs scored in 135 at-bats. Caballero is mostly useful in fantasy leagues for his speed and positional versatility, as he's eligible at second, third, shortstop, and outfield in Yahoo leagues.
Source: New York Daily News - Gary Phillips
Source: New York Daily News - Gary Phillips
Cole Ragans to Throw Another Bullpen Session This Week
Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans (elbow) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session in Kansas City on Sunday that went as expected, according to MLB.com. If all goes well with Ragans when he plays catch on Monday and Tuesday, he will throw another bullpen on Tuesday. Ragans was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 8 with a left-elbow impingement, but he could return to KC's starting rotation by the end of May if he can avoid any setbacks. It's unclear as of now if the Royals will want to see Ragans go on a minor-league rehab assignment. Despite being limited to only 13 starts in 2025 due to injuries and dealing with the injury bug again early in 2026, Ragans is still rostered in over 90% of Yahoo leagues for his strikeout upside. He has a 1-4 record and 4.84 ERA (6.18 FIP) through his first eight starts of this season, but he also has 45 strikeouts and 23 walks in his 35 1/3 innings pitched. Ragans was money for fantasy managers in 2024, recording a career-high 223 strikeouts with a 3.14 ERA across 32 starts in his first full season with the Royals.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Logan Webb to Make a Rehab Start Later This Week
San Francisco Giants right-hander Logan Webb (knee) will make a minor-league rehab start later this week, according to the team. Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports doesn't think that Webb will need more than one rehab start before coming off the 15-day injured list to rejoin San Fran's starting rotation. The 29-year-old landed on the 15-day injured list on May 9 with bursitis in his right knee, but barring a setback during his rehab start this week, his next start should be back with the Gigantes at some point next week. Webb's surface stats don't look all that great through his first eight starts of 2026, as he sits with a 2-4 record, 5.06 ERA (3.55 FIP), and 1.39 WHIP with 42 strikeouts and 15 walks in 48 innings pitched. The two-time All-Star also has a concerning hard-hit rate in the seventh percentile and an xwOBA in the 33rd percentile. Webb sits in the 37th percentile in strikeout rate, too, after leading the league with 224 strikeouts in 207 innings pitched in 2025. He also led the league with 210 hits allowed last year, and three straight seasons of 200-plus innings could be wearing on the eight-year veteran's arm.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Alex Pavlovic
Brandon Woodruff Approaching Return, Set to Face Hitters on Friday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (shoulder) threw a 30-pitch bullpen on Monday and is "tentatively" scheduled to face live hitters on Friday, per Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Woodruff has been on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation since he experienced a drastic drop in his velocity during his start against the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 30. Woodruff was off to a solid start to 2026 before the injury, posting a 2-1 record with a 3.60 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 25 strikeouts across 30 innings (six starts). However, the 33-year-old has made just 29 starts since the start of the 2023 season and has an extensive history of shoulder issues. He appears to be making progress towards a return in early June, but Woodruff remains a major injury risk for fantasy managers going forward.
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
