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James Harden Leads the Way for Cavaliers in Game 5 Victory
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden led his team to a 117-113 overtime victory in Game 5 against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. He scored a team-high 30 points with an 8-for-21 effort from the field, adding eight rebounds, six assists, one steal, and three blocks. Harden was 3-for-10 from downtown and 11-for-14 at the charity stripe. The former MVP struggled with efficiency and committed six turnovers, but he made a big mark in the contest. It was only his third 30-point game as a Cavalier. Cleveland has come back from a 2-0 series deficit and can advance to the Conference Finals on Friday night. Harden is averaging 21.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 1.2 blocks, and 1.4 steals in the series.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Louis Varland No Longer the Clear Closer in Toronto?
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland came into the eighth inning of his team's 5-3, extra-inning win on Wednesday night. The Jays were trailing the Rays 1-0 at the time, so it wasn't set up for a typical save scenario. He was brought in to face the heart of Tampa Bay's lineup and was able to escape a scoreless inning with two hits and a walk, leaving the bases loaded. Toronto eventually rallied and won, but Varland didn't earn a win, hold, or save. He is still the most likely closer when the team has a lead late, but Wednesday's appearance shows the team will use him in high-leverage spots earlier in the game if the situation calls for it. The strategy could cost him some saves, but he remains the top option in Toronto's bullpen at this point and is worth holding in most standard-sized leagues.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Quinn Hughes Finishes Postseason With 15 Points
Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes recorded one assist in Wednesday's season-ending 4-3 overtime loss to the Colorado Avalanche. His work helped Marcus Johanson open the scoring just 34 seconds into the game, and Minnesota entered the first intermission with a 3-0 lead. Yet the Avalanche clawed back from the big hole, winning the series in five games. Hughes became the second-fastest American defenseman in history to reach 15 points in a postseason. He finished the playoffs with four goals and 11 assists in 11 games. During the regular season, Hughes tallied 76 points (seven goals, 69 assists) in 74 games, averaging at least a point per game for a third consecutive campaign. He posted 53 points (five goals, 48 assists) in 48 outings after joining the Wild from the Vancouver Canucks in a midseason trade. Hughes proved to be a great fit in Minnesota and could be even more productive next season now that he has fully acclimated to his new surroundings.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Matt Boldy Posts Two Assists in Season-Ending Loss
Minnesota Wild winger Matt Boldy produced two assists in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Colorado Avalanche. With Boldy providing the creative spark, Minnesota won the first period 3-0, but the team couldn't survive the elimination game, allowing two goals in the final few minutes of regulation. It was a disappointing end to a big year for Boldy, who set new career highs with 42 goals and 85 points in 76 regular-season games. He added 13 points (seven goals, six assists) in 11 postseason outings. In February, Boldy became the first player in Wild history to record back-to-back four-point games. As a versatile scorer who turned just 25 in April, Boldy is set to be a top fantasy contributor for years to come.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Scott Wedgewood Perfect in Relief Effort
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood finished with a perfect 1.000 save percentage on seven shots on goal in a relief appearance in Game 5 against the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. The Avalanche started Mackenzie Blackwood for a second consecutive game, but he was pulled after the first period. Minnesota grabbed a 3-0 lead early, but Colorado rallied to clinch the series with a 4-3 overtime victory. Wedgewood also had a couple of poor outings in the second-round matchup, but he is likely to return to the crease for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. In general, Wedgewood has been sharp in the playoffs, posting a 7-1 record, a 2.21 goals-against average, and a .914 save percentage.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Martin Necas Records Another Multi-Point Game
Colorado Avalanche right wing Martin Necas contributed two assists during the team's 4-3 comeback victory in Game 5 against the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. He helped Nathan MacKinnon to tie the game at three with only 1:23 left in regulation and set up Brett Kulak for the series-clinching goal 3:52 into overtime. This was Necas' second consecutive two-assist game and his fourth multi-point outing in five games. Colorado's top line was sleepwalking at the start of the playoffs but made a major impact in the second-round series. Necas leads his team with 10 assists this postseason and has added one goal in nine games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Brett Kulak Sends Avalanche Into Conference Finals
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brett Kulak scored the series-clinching goal in overtime during Wednesday's 4-3 victory against the Minnesota Wild. The visitors shocked Colorado with a sharp start, winning the opening period 3-0, but Kulak led the team's comeback effort. He also registered an assist in the contest. Kulak, a midseason pickup from the Pittsburgh Penguins, has been in impressive form during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. In nine appearances, he has recorded five points (one goal, four assists), eight SOG, 20 blocks, and a plus-three rating. The 32-year-old is set to play in the Conference Finals for a third consecutive year, having previously been part of Edmonton's deep playoff runs.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Brayden McNabb Suspended for One Game
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb has been suspended for one game and will miss Game 6 against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night. McNabb received the suspension for interference against Ducks forward Ryan Poehling (upper body) in Game 5 on Tuesday. Poehling suffered an upper-body injury on the hit and won't play in Game 6. This marks McNabb's first suspension during his 14-year NHL career. Kaedan Korczak is set to draw into the lineup in McNabb's absence. He has been a healthy scratch for the last few games but appeared in all of Vegas' first eight postseason games, logging one assist, three SOG, five blocks, and 18 hits.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Byron Buxton Continues Power Surge With Two Home Runs Wednesday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton had the 19th multi-homer game of his career in Wednesday's 9-5 loss to the visiting Miami Marlins at Target Field, and he's now up to 15 home runs on the year. Buxton finished the contest 2-for-4 at the plate out of the leadoff spot for the Twins with two solo home runs, a walk, and a strikeout to raise his season average to .260 and his OPS to .899. The 32-year-old veteran and two-time All-Star has stayed healthy so far in 2026 and is up to 23 RBI, 33 runs scored, and four stolen bases in his first 40 games. Buxton has also added four stolen bases, but fantasy managers shouldn't be expecting him to reach the 20-steal mark for the second straight year. At this point in his career, Buxton is primarily a power asset at the top of Minnesota's batting order. He has really started to heat up offensively, batting .298 with all 15 of his homers, 22 RBI, and four stolen bases in his last 26 games across 114 at-bats. Continue to ride the hot-hitting veteran in all fantasy formats.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Connor Prielipp Being Pushed Back, Twins Managing his Innings
The Minnesota Twins will push back left-handed pitching prospect Connor Prielipp's next start a day or two to help manage his innings, according to Bobby Nightengale of The Minneapolis Star Tribune. Zebby Matthews will be called up from the minors to start Thursday's series finale against the Miami Marlins. The 25-year-old Prielipp has looked good in his first four major-league starts, posting a 3.32 ERA (4.38 FIP) and 1.00 WHIP with 21 strikeouts and seven walks in 19 innings pitched, but since he has not thrown more than 83 2/3 innings in a single season as a professional, the Twins will handle him with kid gloves in 2026. The team's No. 5 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, has also had Tommy John surgery twice in his career. Prielipp is currently rostered in only 12% of Yahoo leagues, and his innings cap this year will certainly keep his fantasy ceiling low in his first year in the big leagues with the Twins. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound southpaw's stuff is real with a high-90s heater that gets plenty of swing and miss. Prielipp also generates elite-level spin on his slider and features a changeup that also draws plenty of whiffs.
Source: The Minneapolis Star Tribune - Bobby Nightengale
Source: The Minneapolis Star Tribune - Bobby Nightengale
Cal Raleigh Exits With Apparent Side Injury on Wednesday Night
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (side) left the game on Wednesday night against the Houston Astros in the bottom of the ninth inning, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Mitch Garver replaced Raleigh behind the plate after the left-handed slugger was seen grabbing at his right side in the eighth inning. Before leaving, the struggling catcher went hitless in his four at-bats with two strikeouts to drop his season average to a paltry .161 and his OPS to .560. The 29-year-old All-Star missed three games earlier in May due to soreness in the same side, so this could definitely be something that sends Raleigh to the injured list. We should know more about the severity of his injury on Thursday, so fantasy managers will want to check back for an update then. At the very least, Raleigh probably won't play in Thursday's series finale in Houston, and he might not be available this weekend when the team returns home to face the San Diego Padres for a three-game series. After leading all of baseball with 60 homers and 125 RBI in 2025, Raleigh has been one of the biggest disappointments so far in 2026, with seven homers and 18 RBI in his 41 games played.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Mickey Moniak's Breakout Continues With Five-RBI Night Against Pirates
Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak continues to be money for fantasy managers in his second season with the Rockies. The 28-year-old former first overall pick by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2016 continued to rake on Wednesday night in a 10-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, going 3-for-5 at the plate with a three-run home run, a triple, five RBI, and a strikeout to raise his season average to .315 and his OPS to 1.051. He finished a single shy of the cycle and blasted his 12th home run of the season off right-hander Mitch Keller in the fifth inning. Moniak is proving that last year's breakout in his first year in Colorado wasn't a fluke. He's now slashing .315/.358/.693 with 12 homers, 26 RBI, 12 runs scored, and a stolen base in 137 plate appearances across 35 games in 2026. The crazy part is that he's rostered in under 70% of Yahoo leagues. Run to the waiver wire and pick him up immediately if he's still available in your league.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Giancarlo Stanton Not Cleared to Ramp Up Running Program
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton's (calf) latest MRI exam has not allowed the team to clear him to start ramping up his running program, according to Chris Kirschner of The Athletic. Stanton is on the 10-day injured list with a calf strain and doesn't appear close to rejoining the major-league squad, which isn't exactly a surprise given his reputation as a slow healer. Once the 36-year-old power hitter is cleared to resume running, he might not be far off from starting a minor-league rehab assignment. With Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) also on the IL and not close to a return, rookie outfielder Spencer Jones will continue to get run in the Yankees' lineup against right-handed pitching. Jones, 24, offers elite power upside, but he entered Wednesday with just one hit in his first 11 MLB at-bats with one walk and six strikeouts. Fantasy managers in mixed leagues are beginning to run out of patience with the oft-injured Stanton, as he's now rostered in only 34% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner
Jeremy Pena Dealing With Sore Neck on Rehab Assignment
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (hamstring, neck) is dealing with a sore neck on Wednesday after colliding with a baserunner during his minor-league rehab game on Tuesday with Double-A Corpus Christi, manager Joe Espada told Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle. Pena was scheduled to serve as the designated hitter for Corpus Christi on Wednesday, but he was held out and instead did baseball activities. Espada hopes that Pena will be back in action on Thursday. The 28-year-old continues to recover from a Grade 1 hamstring strain that landed him on the 10-day injured list on April 13, and he's expected to need at least several more rehab games before the Astros consider reinstating him. If Pena doesn't have any more physical issues later this week, he could be back in Houston's big-league lineup by the end of the weekend or early next week. With Carlos Correa (ankle) done for the year, the Astros can't get Pena back any sooner as their regular at shortstop. He's currently rostered in 80% of Yahoo leagues and can offer a little power and speed. Pena came close to his first 20-20 season in 2025, finishing three home runs shy in 125 games played.
Source: Houston Chronicle - Matt Kawahara
Source: Houston Chronicle - Matt Kawahara
X-Rays Come Back Negative on Juan Soto's Ankle
Updating a previous report, X-rays came back negative on New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto's right ankle on Wednesday night, and he is considered day-to-day, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Soto fouled a ball off his ankle in the third inning and was eventually pulled in the seventh frame. Before leaving, the All-Star outfielder was hitless in three at-bats with a strikeout as the designated hitter. He was replaced at DH by MJ Melendez in the team's eventual 10-inning, walk-off victory over the Detroit Tigers. The Mets and fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief, but Soto could be held out for a few days as a precaution. The 27-year-old Dominican superstar has already spent time on the injured list in 2026 due to a calf strain, and he has yet to really hit his stride offensively, as he entered Wednesday's action slashing .271/.366/.458 with an .824 OPS, only four home runs, 11 RBI, 11 runs scored, and a stolen base in 96 at-bats.
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Jacob Misiorowski Pulled Early With Possible Leg Injury
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski (leg) had another fantastic outing on Wednesday at home against the visiting San Diego Padres, but he was removed before the start of the eighth inning when something happened when he started to warm up, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Head athletic trainer Brad Epstein and manager Pat Murphy visited the Miz before pulling him from the game. For what it's worth, McCalvy noted that Misiorowski and Murphy were both smiling during their conversation, and it appears the move to pull him after seven full innings was purely a precaution. It's worth noting that the hard-throwing 24-year-old was pulled from a start a few weeks ago with a leg cramp, so perhaps that's what he was dealing with again on Wednesday. Misiorowski threw seven shutout innings with four hits allowed, no walks, and 10 K's in a no-decision after reliever Abner Uribe blew the save in the ninth inning. He now has a 2.12 ERA on the year and has back-to-back outings with 10 strikeouts. Misiorowski has some of the most electric stuff of any pitcher in baseball. Hopefully, his leg injury won't keep him from taking his next turn in Milwaukee's starting rotation. UPDATE: Misiorowski was diagnosed with a quadriceps cramp.
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy
Juan Soto Exits Wednesday's Game Early with Ankle Injury
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (ankle) was removed from Wednesday's contest against the Detroit Tigers due to an apparent ankle injury. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reported that the superstar outfielder fouled a ball off his ankle in the third inning and looked to be in pain. While he remained in the game for a few frames, the Mets opted to play it safe and eventually replaced him later in the contest. Fantasy managers should continue to pay close attention to his status after Wednesday's contest and ahead of Thursday's game against the Tigers. Soto missed time earlier in April due to a calf injury and could potentially face his second extended absence of the young campaign. However, when on the field, Soto has looked like his typical self, launching four home runs with a stellar .386 xwOBA through 27 games. If he were to miss time, Austin Slater and MJ Melendez would likely see more starts in left field.
Source: Anthony DiComo
Source: Anthony DiComo
Jets Agree to Terms With Veteran Receiver Tim Patrick
The New York Jets agreed to terms on an undisclosed deal with veteran free-agent wide receiver Tim Patrick on Wednesday after he visited with the team, a source told Rich Cimini of ESPN. Patrick played in 16 regular-season games with the Jacksonville Jaguars last year and finished with only 15 receptions for 187 yards and three touchdowns on 24 targets in his sixth year in the NFL. A once-promising career was derailed with the Denver Broncos in 2022 and 2023 when he suffered torn ACLs in his knee in back-to-back seasons. The 32-year-old veteran originally went undrafted out of Utah before debuting in the NFL back in 2018 in Denver. He spent four years with the Broncos before playing for the Detroit Lions in 2024 and in Jacksonville last season. Patrick will bring a veteran presence to New York's WR room in 2026 and will offer versatility and depth to a unit that already includes Garrett Wilson, Adonai Mitchell, and rookie first-rounder Omar Cooper Jr. In an offense run by veteran QB Geno Smith as most likely the WR4, Patrick won't be on the fantasy radar at all in redraft or dynasty formats.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Malik Nabers Undergoes Second Knee Surgery
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) underwent a second surgery on his right knee to remove scar tissue that was causing stiffness, sources told Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Duggan was told that the second surgery took place "multiple weeks ago," and it was described as a "clean-up." It's not expected to impact Nabers' recovery timeline, and the Giants are still hoping that he will be ready for the Week 1 regular-season opener in early September. The 22-year-old wideout first had ACL and meniscus surgery back on Oct. 28 of last year. Nabers tore his ACL and meniscus in Week 4 of last season and finished with just 18 catches for 271 yards and two touchdowns in his sophomore season. While the Giants don't seem to be too worried, it's something that we will watch closely, and it could affect Nabers' readiness for the start of training camp at the end of July. We already know that Nabers is one of the best pass-catchers in the game when healthy, but the risk of him coming off major knee surgery cannot be ignored. When fully healthy, there shouldn't be anything stopping Nabers from being a high-end WR1 in fantasy. In dynasty formats, RotoBaller has the former sixth overall pick ranked as the No. 5 wideout, behind Ja'Marr Chase, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Puka Nacua, and Justin Jefferson.
Source: The Athletic - Dan Duggan
Source: The Athletic - Dan Duggan
Dolphins, De'Von Achane Agree to Four-Year Contract Extension
The Miami Dolphins and Pro Bowl running back De'Von Achane agreed to a four-year, $68 million contract extension on Wednesday to make him the third-highest-paid RB (behind Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey) at $17 million per year with $32 million guaranteed, multiple sources told Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. New general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley stood by their word this offseason that they weren't looking to trade Achane after cutting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and receiver Tyreek Hill (knee) and trading receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos. The 24-year-old former third-rounder in 2023 out of Texas A&M gets paid after a breakout 2025 campaign, in which he had a career-best 1,350 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on 238 carries while adding 67 catches for 488 yards and another four TDs on 85 targets across 16 starts. Despite Miami's lackluster offense, Achane finished as the RB6 in half-PPR scoring last year. The Dolphins' offense could be very inconsistent yet again in Year 1 of their rebuild, but Achane should be a first-round pick in redraft formats for the volume alone, and he's currently RotoBaller's fifth-ranked RB in dynasty leagues.
Source: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
Source: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
Kevin Huerter is Cleared to Return for Game 5
Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (adductor) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Huerter is back in the mix for the first time since Game 4 of the first-round series against the Orlando Magic. His return to the rotation comes at a good time with Duncan Robinson (back) ruled out for this game. The absence of Robinson could mean that Huerter is given significant playing time right away. Daniss Jenkins will draw the start in place of Robinson, with Caris LeVert playing a significant role off the bench. Huerter might have the lowest floor of all three guards, but still could be a solid source of three-pointers without Robinson on the court.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert is Available for Game 5 on Wednesday
Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (heel) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This is good news for the Pistons, with Duncan Robinson (back) ruled out for this game. LeVert figures to be asked to take on a larger role offensively with Robinson sitting out on Wednesday. LeVert finished with 24 points during Monday's Game 4 loss. The veteran guard should be a fairly safe DFS option without Robinson on the floor. Daniss Jenkins will move into the starting five, but LeVert is expected to still play a significant role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Duncan Robinson is Out for Game 5
Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This is a tough blow to the Pistons. He was questionable coming into this game, but will ultimately sit out due to lower back soreness. His absence should mean larger roles for Daniss Jenkins, Caris LeVert, and Kevin Huerter on Wednesday. Among the trio, LeVert is probably the best DFS option after dropping 24 minutes during Monday's Game 4 defeat. Jenkins will draw the start in place of Robinson, so he could also be an interesting option for Wednesday's slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Keegan Murray Undergoes Ankle Procedure
Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (ankle) underwent an arthroscopic procedure to remove loose bodies in his left ankle, according to James Ham. Murray suffered multiple ankle issues throughout the season, so hopefully this will help him moving forward. This procedure will keep him sidelined for roughly 6-8 weeks, so it shouldn't impact his availability for training camp. Last season, Murray averaged 14.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists across 34.5 minutes per game in a career-low 23 contests. The hope is that these ankle issues are resolved and Murray can be a more consistent contributor next season.
Source: James Ham
Source: James Ham
Josh Giddey Undergoes Ankle Surgery
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) recently underwent a successful right ankle arthroscopy, according to the organization on Wednesday. Giddey will be shut down from basketball activities for quite some time. He's expected to resume activities in roughly three months. This timetable should mean that Giddey is ready to go in time for training camp. This injury shouldn't impact his fantasy value for next season. Giddey averaged 17.0 points, 9.1 assists, and 8.3 rebounds across 32.1 minutes in 54 games with the Bulls last season. He's expected to have a similar role on the team next season.
Source: Chicago Bulls
Source: Chicago Bulls
Ronald Acuna Jr. Won't Return on Current Homestand
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said on Wednesday that outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (hamstring) is doing well with his agility and running, but he will not be activated from the 10-day injured list on the team's current homestand, which runs through this Sunday, May 17. The Braves are being cautious with the superstar outfielder after he landed on the IL on May 3 with a Grade 1 left-hamstring strain. It's unclear if the 28-year-old former MVP will go on a minor-league rehab assignment, but either way, it seems likely that he'll be back at some point next week. He did some sprinting up to 90 feet before Wednesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Acuna wasn't playing at the elite level fantasy managers have become accustomed to before his hamstring injury, but he remains a must-stash, five-category contributor when he's fully healthy. Jose Azocar is making the start in right field for the Braves on Wednesday with a left-hander on the mound, and Mike Yastrzemski will continue to play in right in Atlanta against righties with Acuna out.
Source: 929 The Game - Grant McAuley
Source: 929 The Game - Grant McAuley
Braxton Garrett to Take Open Spot in Marlins Rotation
Kyle Sielaff of Marlins.TV reports that the Miami Marlins are calling left-hander Braxton Garrett from Triple-A Jacksonville to take the vacant spot in the starting rotation that was created when the team placed left-handed pitching prospect Robby Snelling (elbow) on the injured list on Wednesday. Garrett will make his 2026 season debut for the Fish and start against the Minnesota Twins in Thursday's series finale. The 28-year-old southpaw missed the entire 2025 season due to elbow surgery, but he was looking great on the farm with the Jumbo Shrimp before his call-up, posting a 2.30 ERA and 0.80 WHIP with 32 strikeouts and 15 walks in 31 1/3 innings pitched at Jacksonville. It's unclear how long Snelling will be sidelined, but it will most likely be an extended stay on the IL, paving the way for Garrett to potentially stick around in Miami's rotation for a while. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should absolutely consider picking Garrett up off the waiver wire, and he's rostered in just 6% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Marlins.TV - Kyle Sielaff
Source: Marlins.TV - Kyle Sielaff
Pete Fairbanks Returns From Injured List
The Miami Marlins announced on Wednesday that they reinstated right-handed reliever Pete Fairbanks (hand) from the 15-day injured list and placed left-handed pitching prospect Robby Snelling (elbow) on the 15-day IL in a corresponding move with a left-elbow UCL sprain. Fairbanks is back after landing on the shelf on April 28 with nerve irritation in his right hand, and he should immediately slot back into the primary closing role for the Marlins, even though he currently has a 10.00 ERA and 1.44 WHIP in nine innings pitched. Fantasy managers in need of saves should check their waiver wire to see if Fairbanks is available. He's currently rostered in 72% of Yahoo leagues. The 32-year-old former ninth-round pick by the Texas Rangers in 2015 out of Missouri has 95 saves in his seven-plus MLB seasons, and he also had five saves this year in 10 appearances out of the bullpen in Miami before getting hurt.
Source: Miami Marlins
Source: Miami Marlins
Shohei Ohtani Not Hitting for Dodgers on Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani, who is on the mound for Wednesday's contest against the division-rival San Francisco Giants, will take a day off from hitting, according to MLB.com. Teoscar Hernandez is serving as the designated hitter and will bat sixth against Giants left-hander Robbie Ray. Manager Dave Roberts promised earlier this week that Ohtani would be given a day or two to clear his head due to a recent slump, and he could also be rested for Thursday's series finale in L.A. The four-time MVP showed signs of life at the plate in Tuesday's loss to San Fran, going 2-for-4 at the plate with his first home run since April 26. The Japanese superstar hasn't played up to his expectations as a hitter so far in 2026, but fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried just yet. Ohtani is currently hitting .240 (36-for-150) with seven home runs, 17 RBI, 27 runs scored, and five stolen bases in his first 39 games. He's had reverse splits against lefties, going 13-for-44 (.295) against southpaws with three of his seven homers on the year.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Brandon Nimmo Back in Lineup After Rolling his Ankle
Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo (ankle) is starting in right field and will bat in the two-hole for Wednesday's contest against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Ryne Nelson, per MLB.com. Nimmo sprained his left ankle and was pulled from Tuesday's win over Arizona early, but he avoided any structural damage and was cleared to return a day later after testing his ankle while running the bases before the game. The 33-year-old veteran has been solid to begin his tenure in Texas, as he enters Wednesday's action with a .288/.367/.436 slash line, an .803 OPS, four home runs, 12 RBI, 18 runs scored, and a stolen base in his 156 at-bats with the Rangers. He went 3-for-4 with a triple and a run scored in Wednesday's contest before leaving early, and he has hit .281 (9-for-32) without a home run in nine games in May. Fantasy managers will want to get him back into their lineups in traditional leagues. In seven career at-bats against Nelson, he's hitting .571 with a 1.700 OPS, so Nimmo could be a great DFS option as well.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
