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Manny Machado Departs Early With Undisclosed Injury on Monday
San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (undisclosed) left Monday's victory over the visiting Chicago Cubs at Petco Park early with an undisclosed injury after grounding out to end the sixth inning, according to 97.3 The Fan. It's unclear what exactly is bothering the 33-year-old veteran, but he was seen getting his calf massaged after exiting. The Padres will most likely send Machado for imaging, and we should have a better idea of his status before Game 2 of the series against the Cubs on Tuesday. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect Machado to be in the lineup on Tuesday. Ty France shifted from first base to third base on Monday night, with Gavin Sheets entering the game to play first base. If Machado is forced to miss additional time, Miguel Andujar is another candidate with experience at third base who could see playing time at the hot corner. After a slow start in 2026 at the plate, Machado hit two home runs in Mexico City on Sunday and had doubled twice before leaving Monday's contest early. The former third overall pick is now hitting .232 (22-for-95) with four homers, 16 RBI, 18 runs, and a steal. Machado is a must-stash in all fantasy formats if he lands on the injured list. UPDATE: Manager Craig Stammen said Machado was pulled on Monday for precautionary reasons.
Source: 97.3 The Fan
Source: 97.3 The Fan
Phillies Fire Manager Rob Thomson
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday, sources told Jeff Passan of ESPN. Don Mattingly, who has briefly served as the team's bench coach this year, will take over as the interim manager for the time being. Thomson gets the axe after the Phillies started the 2026 season with a 9-19 record, which is tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in baseball. The 62-year-old Thomson had been the team's manager since June 3 of 2022, when he took over for previous skipper Joe Girardi. He led the Phillies to their first World Series appearance since 2009 after being named the team's full-time manager, and he also helped the Phils to four straight playoff appearances and back-to-back National League East titles. In his tenure as the manager in Philadelphia, Thomson went 355-270. The 65-year-old Mattingly has previously managed for the Los Angeles Dodgers (five seasons) and Miami Marlins (seven seasons).
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Yankees to Promote Top Pitching Prospect Elmer Rodriguez
The New York Yankees are promoting third-ranked pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez to make his MLB debut on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers. Rodriguez was considered to break camp with the MLB roster, with Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon, and Clarke Schmidt all on the shelf. However, after a brief stint with the Triple-A, Rodriguez is set to make his MLB debut. This season, the No. 74-ranked prospect according to MLB.com has looked quite comfortable at the top level of the minor leagues, posting an elite 1.27 ERA with a 0.89 WHIP. During this 21 1/3 inning stint, Rodriguez has struck out 20 hitters while walking only seven batters. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status, as he may be given a few extra starts if he can hold his own in his debut. He should be viewed as a solid streaming option in all 12-team leagues facing the Rangers.
Source: MiLB Central
Source: MiLB Central
Pete Fairbanks Pulled on Monday With "Unusual Sensation" in his Thumb
Miami Marlins right-handed closer Pete Fairbanks (thumb) was pulled from his outing on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers with an "unusual sensation" in his right thumb, manager Clayton McCullough told Fish on First. The Marlins will evaluate Fairbanks further on Tuesday. "Just a lot of diminished sensation," Fairbanks said. "Felt like any movement of the wrist would exacerbate just loss of sensation in the index finger." The 32-year-old veteran entered the ninth inning with a two-run lead and looking for his sixth save of the season, but he ended up being saddled with his second loss after allowing three earned runs on one hit and three walks in just one-third of an inning. Fairbanks threw only nine of his 23 pitches for strikes. A nerve-related issue first surfaced with Fairbanks in April of 2024, which caused him to go on the injured list. Fantasy managers might want to brace for another trip to the IL for Fairbanks. If Fairbanks misses time, the Marlins could go to a closer-by-committee like they did last year. Tyler Phillips, Anthony Bender, Andrew Nardi, and Calvin Faucher would all be options for saves in Miami if they go with a committee approach.
Source: Fish on First
Source: Fish on First
Didier Fuentes Rejoining the Braves
The Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday that they are recalling right-handed pitching prospect Didier Fuentes from the minors and placing left-hander Dylan Lee on the paternity list in a corresponding move. Fuentes is one of the brighter young pitching prospects in the game and is Atlanta's No. 2 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, but he will most likely only work out of the bullpen for a few days in the big leagues with Lee on paternity leave. The 22-year-old 6-foot-2, 185-pounder out of Colombia was greeted harshly in the big leagues, allowing five earned runs on nine hits while walking two and striking out 11 in seven innings in a start and relief appearance for the Braves in his first two MLB outings. Fuentes has been much stronger at Triple-A Gwinnett, though, posting a 2.16 ERA with 20 strikeouts and six walks in 16 2/3 innings pitched. Fuentes might find himself back on the farm by the weekend, but he's still one of the better deep-league pitching stashes for his strikeout upside in 2026.
Source: MLB.com - Mark Bowman
Source: MLB.com - Mark Bowman
Jaylin Noel Could Find Meaningful Role Out of Slot
Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel took nearly two-thirds of his snaps out of the slot as a rookie after seeing nearly a 75% rate at Iowa State, but his path to playing time in 2025 was often blocked by veteran Christian Kirk. Kirk signed a one-year deal with the 49ers in free agency, and the primary slot duties in Houston should now fall to Noel. 2023 third-round pick, and a personal favorite target of quarterback C.J. Stroud, Tank Dell is expected back after missing all of his third season with a dislocated knee and multiple torn ligaments. Despite his small frame, Dell has spent most of his time on the outside since turning professional, and while 2026 will mark his first time working in offensive coordinator Nick Caley's system, history would suggest that, despite their radically different body types, he will present more of a competition to Jayden Higgins in two-receiver sets. Noel should still see plenty of run as the third receiver on the field in 11 personnel, and at RotoBaller's WR72, it's possible he's being severely slept on after showing significant flashes in the two mid-season games missed by Kirk.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Angel Martinez Stepping Up as a Top Waiver-Wire Addition
Cleveland Guardians second baseman/outfielder Angel Martinez offers both power and speed potential as he continues to earn playing time in the Cleveland lineup. He's hit near the top of the order lately, giving him even more run production upside, and he has hit .318 (21-for-66) over his last 18 games with four doubles, five homers, four stolen bases, and a .398 wOBA. Martinez remains ultra-aggressive at the plate and did not draw a single walk in those 18 games, with just three walks all year to go with his 18 strikeouts. While he remains aggressive in his approach, he has still managed to make good contact in those 18 games, with a 45.3% hard-hit rate and 13.2% barrel rate. If he continues hitting near the top of the order, he has intriguing potential with five homers and five stolen bases in his first 27 games. The 24-year-old switch-hitter has only played the outfield this season, but still has infield eligibility in some formats, making him an even easier option to slide around your roster to fill in holes. As long as he keeps hitting near the top of the order and providing big-play production, he's definitely worth a look in standard-sized leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Christian Scott Still Worth Stashing from the Waiver Wire?
New York Mets starting pitcher Christian Scott had a brutal season debut last Thursday and was optioned back to Triple-A Syracuse last Friday. The 26-year-old righty still has a high ceiling, though, and his potential is high enough to keep him on the radar in deep leagues or leagues that make it easy to stash players in the minors. He issued five walks and hit a batter while lasting just 1 1/3 innings in his start against the Twins, exiting with a 6.75 ERA and 15.13 FIP in his only MLB outing of the year. He was 0-2 in his three minor-league starts with a 5.27 ERA, but he continues to showcase strikeout upside with 17 strikeouts in 13 2/3 innings. He has good stuff but his control still needs to be refined. Scott has a high ceiling and could be worth stashing, but the former top prospect is best left for deep leagues until he gets another chance to contribute.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Dylan Sampson in a Good Spot After NFL Draft
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson led the team in targets and receptions out of the backfield as a fourth-round rookie in 2025, and his role appears to be secure heading into his second season. After double-dipping at the position last year, the Browns made no additions to the running back room in the 2026 NFL Draft, though they did make improvements to the offense as a whole, which could create more scoring opportunities for both Sampson and 2025 second-round pick Quinshon Judkins, who appears to be on track for the season opener after suffering a dislocated ankle in Week 16. Cleveland spent the ninth overall pick on offensive tackle Spencer Fano before adding wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston within 15 picks of one another in the first and second rounds, transforming a position of weakness into one of potential strength. The Browns still head into 2026 with a less-than-ideal quarterback situation, though negative game scripts could work in the favor of Sampson if he's able to fully take hold of the dedicated passing back role, and at RotoBaller's dynasty RB51, he offers clear upside as a low-cost trade target or add-on to a larger deal.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tanner Scott Deployed in Seventh Inning, Remains in Strict Committee for Saves?
Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Tanner Scott pitched a strong seventh inning for his team against the Marlins on Monday, needing 17 pitches to navigate the inning with one walk and three punchouts. Scott came into a game the Dodgers were trailing 4-2 at the time and kept the Marlins off the board before L.A. rallied for three runs to win in the ninth. With Edwin Díaz (elbow) out until the second half of the season, the Dodgers' bullpen will be a very important one for fantasy managers to watch since save opportunities should be available. Scott is part of the closer-by-committee approach that manager Dave Roberts will use, but he could also be used earlier in the game, as he was on Monday, depending on how the game script unfolds. It was actually Jake Eder who pitched the ninth and got the win on Monday. Scott remains one of the Dodgers' options for the end of the game, but don't count on him to be the only source of saves on the team.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Kirk Cousins a Low-Cost Dynasty Add That Could Pay Dividends
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins signed a two-year deal to serve as a bridge quarterback until first overall pick Fernando Mendoza is ready to take over. At the NFL's Annual League Meeting, new head coach Klint Kubiak shared his belief that a rookie quarterback should learn behind the scenes for as long as possible, and shortly thereafter, Cousins was brought in on a team-friendly contract. Kubiak also expressed a desire to split backfield carries before adding Mike Washington Jr. in the fourth round of the NFL Draft, so he appears to have a clear plan in his first year at the helm. The Raiders have made notable improvements to the offensive line and defense a year after earning the first overall pick by going 3-14, so Cousins could be provided ample leash to allow Mendoza to develop into an NFL professional. As a quarterback expected to start more than a handful of games in 2026, he could be drastically underpriced as RotoBaller's dynasty QB47, and how he looks to open the season could determine his future value should the Raiders allow him to hit free agency again in 2027 at the age of 38.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Mason Miller Allows Three Hits, Two Runs on Monday
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Mason Miller started the season with sheer dominance over his first 13 games, allowing just three hits and picking up 27 strikeouts in 13 1/3 innings. On Monday, though, the 27-year-old closer looked human, giving up two earned runs on three hits with a wild pitch on Monday night against the Cubs. It was a non-save situation since he entered with a four-run lead, so it doesn't count as a blown save. The Padres still secured the 9-7 win, and Miller will still be an elite closer option going forward. This outing just serves as a reminder that he really is human, and keeping a 0.00 ERA for the entire season isn't realistic. He's sure to get the next save chance for the Padres, and this is not a cause for concern at this point for his fantasy managers. It is noteworthy, though, since it's the first time he's been touched at all this year.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Mikhail Sergachev Has Three Assists in Overtime Loss
Utah Mammoth defenseman Mikhail Sergachev opened his scoring account in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs with three assists in Monday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Thanks to Sergachev's puck-moving ability, the Mammoth turned a 3-0 deficit into a 4-3 lead, but they couldn't close out the game. While Sergachev has over 100 postseason appearances under his belt, he has found his way onto the score sheet in back-to-back games just three times. Getting him going offensively would significantly improve Utah's chances against the Pacific Division champions in the first-round series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
George Holani One of the Draft's Biggest Losers
Seattle Seahawks running back George Holani served as the primary backup to Kenneth Walker III in both the NFC Championship and Super Bowl after Zach Charbonnet was lost to an ACL injury in the team's Divisional Round victory over the 49ers. With Walker departing for Kansas City in free agency and Charbonnet's recovery timeline likely to see him miss games in 2026, dynasty managers who were able to scoop up Holani were hoping he could maintain a meaningful role to begin his third season while still expecting the Seahawks to add competition through the NFL Draft. With Seattle holding only four picks entering the draft, there was a thought that they could miss out on one of the true difference-making backs in a weak class, but with so few needs, they were able to be aggressive and spend the final pick of the first round on Notre Dame prospect Jadarian Price. With Price expected to handle lead back duties to begin the year, and Charbonnet likely to complete the committee upon his return, Holani's potential fantasy impact looks to be limited and minimal, and he has fallen to RB99 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Alex Vesia Pitches in Sixth Inning on Monday, Cause for Concern?
Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Alex Vesia pitched a scoreless inning and struck out the side on Monday night against the Marlins, but fantasy managers should take note that he made his appearance in the sixth inning. Manager Dave Roberts has said he'll go with a closer-by-committee approach while Edwin Díaz (elbow) is out until the second half, and while Vesia is part of that committee, it doesn't look like he'll be one of the primary closer options. The 30-year-old lefty has given up just two runs in 10 1/3 innings in 12 games this season while racking up 14 strikeouts. If a team has lefties due up at the end of a game, he could get a look in that matchup, but he'll be hard to count on for saves if Roberts follows Monday's pattern. He has been effective enough to be worth holding in deep leagues, but if all you are looking for is saves, he isn't a must-own option in standard leagues at this point.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Brett Howden Records Three Points in Vital Win
Vegas Golden Knights forward Brett Howden played a key role in Monday's 5-4 overtime comeback victory against the Utah Mammoth, scoring two goals and adding one assist. The Golden Knights were facing a 3-1 series deficit when Howden popped up with a game-tying goal midway through the third period. His first goal, scored in a shorthanded situation, gave Vegas a 2-0 lead in the first frame. Howden completed his three-point night with an assist on Shea Theodore's game-winning goal with less than a minute remaining in the first overtime period. Dating back to the regular season, Howden had gone six consecutive appearances without a point before sparking into life on Monday night. In Game 5 against Utah, he will aim to record points in back-to-back postseason games for the first time since the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Munetaka Murakami Launches 12th Home Run, a Lineup Lock Going Forward?
Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami went 2-for-4 with three RBI and his 12th homer of the season on Monday night in his team's rain-delayed win over the Angels. The White Sox exploded for seven runs in the seventh inning of their 8-7 win, and Murakami delivered one of the big blows, smashing a three-run homer to give his team the lead. The 26-year-old from Japan has quickly established himself as one of the biggest early-season fantasy baseball breakouts, hitting .243 with a .407 wOBA in his 29 games, with 12 homers, 23 RBI, and a 61.9% hard-hit rate. Murakami has the sixth-highest barrel rate per batted ball event and the sixth-highest hard-hit rate in the majors this season, and he hit his homer on Monday night against veteran lefty Drew Pomeranz. Four of his 12 homers have come off southpaws, so he is a great power option to keep in your lineup regardless of matchup going forward.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Kendre Miller Not Guaranteed a Roster Spot with Saints
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller was a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, but a frustrating rash of injuries has limited him to only 21 games played and 497 career rushing yards. The Saints spent big in free agency, bringing in former Jaguar Travis Etienne Jr. on a four-year, $48 million deal, and unless they make a move to thin their ranks, it appears that Miller will head into training camp fourth on the depth chart behind Etienne, 10-year veteran Alvin Kamara, and 2025 sixth-round pick Devin Neal, who handled lead back duties down the stretch of his rookie season. When active, Miller has played a role on special teams, which could be his best shot to stick with the team, but as RotoBaller's dynasty RB90, he is no longer a must-hold for managers looking to clear bench spots for the incoming crop of rookies.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rasmus Ristolainen Registers Two Assists in Game 5 Loss
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen had his second multi-assist game of the 2026 playoffs on Monday, setting up a pair of goals in a 3-2 defeat to the Pittsburgh Penguins. In the second period, Ristolainen helped Alex Bump score in his Stanley Cup Playoffs debut and added a second assist on Travis Sanheim's goal. Ristolainen isn't known for his offensive prowess, yet he has emerged as Philadelphia's scoring leader in this series. After five games, Ristolainen has tallied five points (one goal, four assists), matching Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby. The Finnish rearguard is also averaging 1.8 hits per game in the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Arturs Silovs Helps Penguins Survive for Second Time
Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Arturs Silovs had another strong performance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday, stopping 18 pucks in a 3-2 win. The Latvian native became the third goaltender in Penguins history to record each of his first two playoff wins with the team in elimination games. Pittsburgh's decision to replace Stuart Skinner with Silovs has shifted the momentum in the matchup, leaving Dan Muse's team now only one win away from tying the series. Silovs has posted a .920 save percentage against Philadelphia, a significant improvement over Skinner's .873.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Sidney Crosby Delivers Two Assists in Elimination-Game Win
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby recorded two assists as the team staved off elimination for the second time against the Philadelphia Flyers with a 3-2 win on Monday. The Penguins captain was also inches away from scoring a goal, missing an empty net twice late in the game. Crosby has stepped up in the last couple of games, posting back-to-back multi-point outings after his team fell into a 3-0 hole in the first-round matchup. Pittsburgh hasn't won a playoff series since 2018, and Crosby has entered desperation mode to avoid another early postseason exit. Overall, he has produced one goal and four assists in the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Predators Pick Up KHL Standout Vitali Pinchuk
The Nashville Predators have signed forward Vitali Pinchuk to a one-year, entry-level contract. The 24-year-old will join the Predators next season after spending the past six campaigns with Minsk Dynamo of the KHL. In 2025-26, he recorded a career-high 66 points (31 goals, 35 assists) in 65 games, ranking third in goals in the league. Pinchuk, a Belarusian native, was an undrafted free agent. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, Pinchuk had narrowed his NHL options to Nashville and the Los Angeles Kings. The Predators were one of 13 teams to average fewer than 3.00 goals per game this season, and adding Pinchuk could give the offense a welcome boost if he adapts well to his new surroundings.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Paolo Banchero's Efficiency Woes Continue in Game 4
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero made only four of 18 field-goal attempts in Monday's 94-88 win over the Detroit Pistons. He finished with 18 points, doing most of his scoring with a 10-for-13 effort at the line. For the second time in this series, Banchero failed to make a three-pointer, going 0-for-4 from behind the arc. The 2024 All-Star completed his line on Monday with eight rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block. The Pistons have limited Banchero to 37.3 percent field-goal efficiency in the first-round matchup, but Orlando has still grabbed a 3-1 series lead. Banchero has made up for his efficiency woes with improved efforts in other areas. Through four games, he is averaging 21.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.5 steals.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Julius Randle Leads Timberwolves With 27 Points Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle scored a team-high 27 points in Monday's 125-113 Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He tied Nikola Jokic for the game-high, finishing 8-for-15 from the field and 9-for-11 at the line. Randle, who made two of his four attempts from deep, also led the Timberwolves with nine rebounds and matched a team high with six assists. The three-time All-Star stepped up his game, as was expected after Minnesota lost Anthony Edwards (knee). The Timberwolves need Randle to keep up his form to close out the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Rickie Fowler Rides History into the Blue Monster at Doral
Rickie Fowler has experience playing in the Miami area. The American golfer lives in Florida (Jupiter) and played in the last six WGC Championships (before it ended in 2016). Fowler had two Top 10 results in those six years and three Top 15 outcomes. Even with further course updates, the golfer carries some buzz to finish inside the Top 20 (+120 at DraftKings). Fowler rode an opening round 65 to a T-8 finish at the RBC Heritage nine days ago. One of the bigger aspects of Fowler's game is his improved driving accuracy (63.9% - 19th) and putting (0.518 strokes gained - 16th). With his ability for lower numbers, Fowler is a reasonable DFS possibility and could be intriguing from a betting perspective too.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Nikola Jokic Records Big Triple-Double as Nuggets Stay Alive
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic finished Monday's 125-113 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 16 assists. He led his team in all categories as the Nuggets extended the first-round series. Jokic has struggled with efficiency this postseason, but the story was different on Monday night. He was 9-for-15 from the field and 8-for-10 at the charity stripe. However, the multi-time MVP still couldn't find his range from deep, going 1-for-4. Defensively, Jokic contributed two blocks. Jokic has posted two triple-doubles in the series, averaging 25.4 points, 14.0 rebounds, 9.4 assists, and 1.2 steals. He will lead the way again when Denver faces another fight for survival in Game 6.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Keegan Bradley on Good Run Heading into Cadillac Championship
Keegan Bradley has played better over his last two PGA events. The American golfer finished inside the Top 25 at both events. Bradley had an excellent Sunday each time as well (68 and 66 respectively). One of the wrinkles this week is a new event at the Blue Monster at Doral. A 7.739-yard course weights heavily on some golfers but Bradley has solid driving metrics (306.3 yards - 55th and 62.5% accuracy - 38th). Doral is more than long holes and features upgraded hazards and obstacles. Bradley had early odds around +6000 to win but looking toward a Top 20 at +146 via DraftKings. Bradley's greens in regulation (62.04% - 142nd) is the only red flag but that number has improved of late.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Chet Holmgren Posts Impressive Double-Double in Game 4 Win
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren had the strongest performance of this postseason on Monday, recording a 24-point, 12-rebound double-double in a 131-122 series-clinching win over the Phoenix Suns. He was 9-for-16 from the field, including 2-for-5 from downtown, and nailed all four attempts at the charity stripe. While Holmgren couldn't register any blocks, he helped out on the defensive end with two steals. The 23-year-old also had three assists in 34 minutes. The Thunder swept Phoenix, and Holmgren played a big role, posting averages of 17.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, and 1.3 steals.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Notches Efficient 31 Points in Closeout Game
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led his squad to a series-clinching 131-122 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Monday night, scoring 31 points and dishing out eight assists. He grabbed two rebounds and blocked one shot, while finishing 10-for-17 from the field. Gilgeous-Alexander sank nine of 11 attempts at the free-throw line and was 2-for-4 with the three-ball. The Suns couldn't contain the reigning MVP throughout the series, as Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 33.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 8.0 assists. Over the last three games, he notched 36.7 points with a 63.3 percent field-goal efficiency. This will provide Gilgeous-Alexander with strong momentum heading into the next series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Franz Wagner Scheduled for MRI on Tuesday
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (calf) is set to have an MRI on Tuesday. The German star, who missed 48 games with an ankle sprain during the regular season, suffered another injury blow in Monday's win over the Detroit Pistons, exiting the game due to right calf soreness. Before he was forced to leave, Wagner was enjoying his best performance of the playoffs. He scored 19 points with a 7-for-15 effort from the field, adding five rebounds, three assists, and four steals in 24 minutes. Jamal Cain stands to see increased minutes in the rotation if Wagner misses more time. He was close to a double-double in Monday's win, scoring eight points and grabbing nine rebounds.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
