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Is Braden Montgomery On the Verge of His MLB Debut?
Chicago White Sox top hitting prospect Braden Montgomery has enjoyed an impressive campaign with Triple-A Charlotte and is knocking on the MLB door. Given the team's lack of depth in the outfield, Montgomery may not need to wait much longer before making his MLB debut. This season, during his first 26 games at the Triple-A level, the outfielder has held his own, posting a .298/.373/.462 line with a .835 OPS. The former first-round pick began the season in Double-A but needed only another 27 games at that level before earning the call to the top club in the minor leagues. With Chicago already turning to several of their top prospects at Triple-A, such as Jacob Gonzalez and Sam Antonacci, Montgomery's promotion may be in the near future, and his current play at Triple-A suggests he may not endure many growing pains on the South Side.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Cole Carrigg Carries High-End Stash Upside When Looking for Stolen Bases
Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Cole Carrigg has enjoyed an impressive start to the Triple-A regular season and remains a top hitting prospect to stash ahead of Week 11. After spending the entire 2025 season at the Double-A level, Carrigg was given the green light to begin the 2026 season with the top club in the minor leagues and has performed quite well. Through his first 54 games at the level, Carrigg has held a dominant .338/.413/.521 slash line with 14 doubles, five triples, five home runs, and 29 stolen bases. Last season, Carrigg shipped 46 bags over his 123 games with Double-A. With several starting outfielders on the MLB roster on the shelf due to injury, including Brenton Doyle and Mickey Moniak, Carrigg has a clear path to make an impact in the first half. His elite speed potential makes him a prior target for those in category leagues.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Luis Lara Maintaining Stash Value Amid Power Slump?
Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara has enjoyed a remarkable start to the Triple-A regular season and has emerged as a top stash candidate in the opening months of the season. Through his first 33 games of the season (and at the Triple-A level in his career), the young outfielder has gone deep seven times while carrying a .341/.438/.562 line with a .998 OPS. During this stretch, Lara also showcased high-end speed, stealing 12 bags while holding a 19:17 K:BB. However, over his last 23 games, Lara has not hit a home run but maintained a high .346/.476/.420 line. As he progressed through the lower levels, power was never his strong suit, as he hit just two home runs over 136 games at Double-A in 2025. If Lara can find his power upside in June, he could compete for a first-half MLB debut and carry high-end five-category upside when he earns the call.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Is River Ryan Still a Top Stash Target Following Four-Run Showing?
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher River Ryan hit his first speedbump at the Triple-A level on Thursday evening. After enjoying a near-perfect stretch since returning from injury, the right-hander allowed a season-high four runs and six hits to Round Rock. In this contest, Ryan also served up a season-high three walks and only struck out four hitters. However, prior to this rough showing, Ryan was on the verge of returning to the majors, carrying an impressive 0.60 ERA, 0.60 WHIP, and a 19:1 K:BB over his last 15 frames since returning from his minor injury. Ryan made his MLB debut during the 2024 campaign and looked quite comfortable in his first stint, holding a 1.33 ERA over 20 1/3 innings. With several Dodger starters on the injured list, including Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow, Ryan continues to hold high-end stash upside, as his path to the big leagues remains very clear, despite his underwhelming showing on Thursday evening.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Kaelen Culpepper on Verge of MLB Debut Amid 11-Game Hitting Streak
Minnesota Twins top infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper remains on the verge of his MLB debut and should be viewed as a top stash candidate in all standard formats. The infielder is currently carrying an impressive 11-game hitting streak as he knocks on the MLB door. During this stretch, Culpepper has posted a .333/.444/.600 line with a 1.044 OPS. Across these contests, Culpepper has hit four home runs while swiping three bags and carrying a 9:9 K:BB. Overall, Culpepper has looked very comfortable during his first taste of Triple-A action, posting a .266/.372/.468 line with an .858 OPS. Over these 54 contests with St. Paul, Culpepper has hit 13 home runs and stolen 13 bases. Given his five-category upside and clear path to MLB at-bats, Culpepper should remain stashed in all standard leagues.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Gabriel Bonfim Set For UFC Vegas 118 Main Event
Gabriel Bonfim will look to extend his winning streak when he takes on former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad in the main event of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. Since suffering his only career loss to Nicolas Dalby back in 2023, Bonfim has got on the right track and is now on a four-fight winning streak. Bonfim was last seen in the Octagon in November at UFC Vegas 111, where he finished UFC veteran Randy Brown via second-round TKO. DraftKings sees Bonfim as the underdog with a salary of $7,900.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
JJ Bleday Continues to Perform, a Must-Add Player Off the Waiver Wire?
Cincinnati Reds slugger JJ Bleday has had a breakout season in 2026 since getting called up to the Reds on April 26. On the season, he is slashing .289/.383/.620 with 10 home runs, one stolen base, 19 runs scored, and 27 RBI in 121 at-bats. Over the past seven days, he has been hitting .348/.400/.826. Bleday has cemented himself as a must-add player across all formats due to his strong stretch of play, especially in five-outfield formats. Under the hood, most of the data support his breakout, with a strong exit-velocity average (90.6 mph) and xBA (.284) and xwOBA (.399) all elite, each in the 87th percentile or better. The only concern with Bleday is that he will occasionally sit against left-handed pitching, but as long as he continues to produce against right-handed pitching, his counting stats and ratios should be just fine. If available in your league, Bleday is a must-add player.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Payton Tolle Continues to Dominate, a Must-Roster Player in All Formats
Boston Red Sox top pitching prospect out of TCU, Payton Tolle, has dominated since his call-up to the Red Sox on April 23, as he has now made eight starts and has a 3-2 record, 2.28 ERA, 0.97 WHIP, and 51 strikeouts in 47 1/3 innings pitched. More impressively, his underlying data fully support his breakout (2.31 xERA). After a cup of coffee with the Red Sox last season, pitching in seven games, Tolle has taken full advantage of his opportunity in 2026. While he isn't generating an elite ground ball rate, all of his other metrics rank in the 65th percentile or better. Tolle also provides fantasy managers with strong strikeout upside, as evidenced by his 27.3 percent strikeout rate, and is a WHIP specialist, thanks to his solid command (7 percent walk rate) and .191 xBA, which keeps the bases fairly empty and contributes to that category as well. While his wins are down a bit, that is more a testament to the Red Sox offense than to his production. Fantasy managers should continue to start Tolle with confidence, and if he is on the waiver wire in shallower formats, he is a must-add player.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Belal Muhammad In Dire Need Of Win
Former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad will look to return to the win column when he faces off against Gabriel Bonfim in the main event of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. Muhammad's 11-fight unbeaten streak saw him surge up the UFC welterweight rankings and capture the undisputed welterweight title with a victory over Leon Edwards. He lost his title to Jack Della Maddalena via unanimous decision at UFC 315 in May 2025, then lost another unanimous decision to Ian Machado Garry in his last fight. DraftKings sees Muhammad as the favorite with a salary of $8,300.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Is it Time to Move on From Kendre Miller in Dynasty Leagues?
New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller has yet to reach 115 offensive snaps, 50 carries, or 200 rushing yards in any of his three seasons in the league. Hampered by injury and inefficiency, he's spent his early career clinging to a roster spot since the Saints selected him in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft. With New Orleans spending big to acquire Travis Etienne Jr. in free agency, and veteran Alvin Kamara still on the roster through the opening stages of organized team activities, Miller is left battling 2025 sixth-round pick Devin Neal for the third spot in a top-heavy rotation. With Miller still recovering from the torn ACL that ended his third season after only seven games, the early edge could go to Neal, who turned in a serviceable effort in his lead-back duties to finish the year. Still just on the verge of turning 24, Miller's best hopes of finding fantasy relevance are tied squarely to the fate of Kamara. If the 10th-year veteran sticks in New Orleans for one more season, Miller may not even be guaranteed a roster spot in 2026, but if the Saints eventually find a way to move on from their all-time leading rusher, there may still be a slim chance of retribution for RotoBaller's dynasty RB95.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Edmen Shahbazyan An Underdog At UFC Vegas 118
Edmen Shahbazyan will look to extend his win streak when he takes on Brendan Allen in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. The last time Shahbazyan lost was in 2024 at UFC Vegas 96, where he suffered a second-round submission loss to Gerald Meerschaert. Since then, Shahbazyan has looked great, winning three fights in a row. Shahbazyan was last seen in action in October at UFC 320, where he defeated Andre Muniz via first-round knockout. DraftKings sees Shahbazyan as the underdog with a salary of $7,400.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Shayne Gostisbehere Dishes Out Two Power-Play Assists in Comeback Win
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere recorded two power-play assists as the team tied the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights with a 4-3 overtime victory in Game 2 on Thursday. The Hurricanes struggled to generate scoring chances for most of the game, but their offense erupted for three goals in 5:05 midway through the third period. Gostisbehere registered his first assist on the third goal, a deflection by Jordan Staal. After Vegas forced overtime, Gostisbehere collected another helper when Seth Jarvis ended the contest. Gostisbehere has heated up just at the right time for Carolina, stringing together a five-game point streak. He has three goals and six assists in 15 postseason appearances.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Hollywood Brown a Dynasty Fade in New-Look Eagles Receiver Room
When the Philadelphia Eagles signed veteran wide receiver Hollywood Brown to a one-year deal in mid-March, it was the first of several steps taken to prepare for life without three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown. The team has since traded for Dontayvion Wicks and has spent first and second-round picks on Makai Lemon and tight end Eli Stowers. With the latter Brown being dealt to New England on June 1st, incumbents DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert are the last remaining pillars of a receiving core that prepares to play under its fifth offensive coordinator in as many seasons. Himself no stranger to change, the Eagles mark Hollywood Brown's fourth team in six years, but unable to top a WR45 fantasy finish at either of his last two stops, it's unlikely he takes a significant step forward in his new environment. With Smith and Lemon projected to lead the team in targets, Brown could be dealing with a limited workload in what still projects to be a run-first offense, and at 29 years old, he has fallen to RotoBaller's dynasty WR104.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Brendan Allen Looks For His Third Win In A Row
Brendan Allen will look for his third win in a row as he takes on Edmen Shahbazyan in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. Allen was last seen in the Octagon in October at UFC Vancouver, where he defeated Reinier de Ridder via TKO at the end of the fourth round, after de Ridder was unable to continue. Before that, Allen defeated Marvin Vettori via unanimous decision. DraftKings sees Allen as the favorite with a salary of $8,800.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Seth Jarvis Ties Finals With Power-Play Goal
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis scored the game-winning goal in a 4-3 overtime victory in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday. He was set up by Shayne Gostisbehere and Sebastian Aho for a power-play goal 3:56 into overtime. Jarvis became only the sixth player in Finals history to score an overtime goal on the power play. His fourth goal of the playoffs was a massive relief for the Hurricanes, who were facing a 2-0 series deficit after giving up a late game-tying goal in the third period. Jarvis has struggled to make an impact in the playoffs, but this could be a confidence booster for him. In 15 postseason outings, Jarvis has tallied only nine points (four goals, five assists).
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Caleb Kilian Earns Fourth Save, Has he Fully Claimed Giants Closer Job?
San Francisco Giants right-hander Caleb Kilian earned the save on Thursday against the Milwaukee Brewers and has now converted on four of his five save opportunities on the season with a 1.19 WHIP and 3.58 ERA with 30 strikeouts and 14 walks through 27 2/3 innings pitched. While the Giants' closer role has been frustrating to figure out all season, Kilian appears to be taking control of that job, as his surface stats, stuff, and recent save opportunities appear to point in that direction. Additionally, Ryan Walker, who is leading the team with six save opportunities, was sent down to Triple-A on May 10, so he is not a threat to compete with Kilian for the time being. Kilian does not have any prior closing experience, so while he appears to be in the driver's seat for the job, his leash will be short; however, in formats where saves are scarce, Kilian is worth a waiver-wire add in deeper formats.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Mark Stone Scores Sixth Playoff Goal in Overtime Defeat
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone potted a late game-tying goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals. John Tortorella's team blew a 2-0 lead in the third period, but Stone's sixth goal of the playoffs extended the contest. Four of Stone's goals have come in his last six outings. After missing some action in the postseason due to a lower-body injury, Stone has started to gain momentum. Since returning to the lineup, he has averaged a point per game. The Vegas captain has recorded 11 points (six goals, five assists) in 13 postseason outings overall, averaging two SOG per game.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Tom Nolan Searches For His Fifth Consecutive Win
Tom Nolan will look to extend his win streak when he takes on Fares Ziam on the main card of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. Nolan made his promotional debut in January 2024 at UFC Vegas 84, but the fight didn't play out as he hoped, as Nikolas Motta knocked him out in the opening round. Since then, Nolan has won four fights in a row and is now 4-1 in the UFC. DraftKings sees Nolan as the underdog with a salary of $7,100.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Darnell Mooney Facing Further Dynasty Decline
When veteran wide receiver Darnell Mooney signed a one-year deal with the New York Giants in March, he joined what looked to be one of the thinnest receiver rooms in the league. The Giants have since used a third-round pick on big-bodied boundary wideout Malachi Fields and opened June by handing out contracts to Odell Beckham Jr., JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Braxton Berrios. While the signings were perhaps an indictment of the health of presumed starters Malik Nabers and Darius Slayton, the infusion of depth is enough to make dynasty managers bearish on Mooney after he failed to top 450 receiving yards in his final season in Atlanta despite playing starter's snaps alongside players like David Sills V and Casey Washington, while Drake London missed five games with a sprained PCL. In what projects to be another run-heavy offense under John Harbaugh and Matt Nagy, Mooney already faced an uphill climb to reestablishing fantasy value, but with his situation now considerably murkier than it was at the time of his signing, the undersized 28-year-old has fallen to RotoBaller's dynasty WR98.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Mitch Marner Records Two Assists in Game 2 Loss
Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner finished Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals with two assists. He set up Brett Howden with a lob pass in the first period and bagged another helper when Mark Stone sent the game into overtime late in the third. Marner tied teammate Jack Eichel for the most assists in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. He has helped set up 17 goals in 18 games, adding seven goals. Currently, Marner is the only player to reach at least 20 points this postseason, putting him in a good position to earn the Conn Smythe Trophy if Vegas wins the Finals.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Fares Ziam A Favorite At UFC Vegas 118
Fares Ziam will look to extend his win streak when he faces off against Tom Nolan on the main card of UFC Vegas 118 on Saturday. Ziam was last seen in action in December at UFC 323, where he extended his win streak by beating Nazim Sadykhov via second-round TKO. Prior to that, Ziam defeated Mike Davis via unanimous decision. He is currently on a six-fight winning streak. DraftKings sees Ziam as the favorite with a salary of $9,100.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Spencer Jones Recalled to the Yankees, Hoping to Capitalize on the Opportunity
Jack Curry, analyst on the YES network, reported Friday morning that rookie outfielder Spencer Jones will be recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders to replace Aaron Judge (rib), who will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a stress fracture in his rib. While this is a massive concern for the Yankees, it's a huge opportunity for Jones, who got a taste of the Major Leagues earlier this season and never capitalized, hitting .167 (4-for-24) with a .426 OPS. The Yankees still do have a bit of a crowded outfield, but with Judge, Giancarlo Stanton (calf), and Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) all on the shelf, Jones should see close to every day playing time with Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham as the other outfielders. Given Jones' poor first showing with the Yankees, he isn't someone fantasy managers should be rushing to add on the waiver wire, but he does have elite power upside and is worth monitoring over the first few games. He is slashing .269/.378/.571 with 13 home runs in Triple-A this season.
Source: JackCurryYES
Source: JackCurryYES
Brett Howden Matches Franchise Record With Another Productive Outing
Vegas Golden Knights forward Brett Howden remained red-hot in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Thursday night, scoring twice in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Two goals from Howden gave Vegas a 2-0 lead, but Carolina stunned the visitors with a third-period comeback. Howden reached 13 goals in the playoffs, tying him with Jonathan Marchessault for the most for Vegas in a single playoff campaign. He is now one of only seven players in NHL history to score at least 10 regular-season goals and then exceed his total in the playoffs. The 28-year-old has emerged as a serious Conn Smythe Trophy contender, amassing 16 points in 18 postseason games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Christian Kirk Unlikely to Regain Dynasty Value in San Francisco
Since 2021, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Christian Kirk has taken more than 75% of his snaps out of the slot, but in signing with the Niners in free agency, he landed with a team that deployed 11 personnel at the league's sixth-lowest rate in 2025. In the Kyle Shanahan era, no team has more regularly removed a receiver from the formation in favor of a fullback than the 49ers, putting Kirk at a disadvantage before even factoring in the team's splashier free agent signing of six-time Pro Bowler Mike Evans or the surprise selection of De'Zhaun Stribling with the 33rd overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. There's a slim possibility of a tendency shift to lighter personnel early in the year as the team awaits a return to health from All-Pro tight end George Kittle, but even in this unlikely scenario, Kirk could still find himself fighting for playing time behind Evans, Stribling, and 2024 first-round pick Ricky Pearsall. Once partly responsible for resetting the wide receiver free agent market, Kirk is now 29 years old, and at RotoBaller's dynasty WR97, he is no longer a player who needs to be rostered in shallower leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Alex Lange Earns Another Save for Royals, Emerging as Priority Waiver-Wire Target
Kansas City Royals right-hander Alex Lange has picked up back-to-back saves over the Royals' last two games and is emerging as a waiver wire pickup for leagues where save opportunities are scarce. The Royals' bullpen has been a bit of a carousel with Carlos Estevez (shoulder) landing on the IL in April, and Lucas Erceg struggling of late and only converting 11 of 17 save opportunities with a 1.97 WHIP and 6.45 ERA on the season. Lange is no secret to closing, having converted on 26 saves in 2023 with the Tigers. On the season, Lange has a 4.18 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and 28 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched. While Lange may not be a long-term option or have elite stuff, he could be the new "flavor of the week" at the closer position and can help fantasy managers convert on some saves in the short-term.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Brayden McNabb Hospitalized After Taking Puck to Face
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb (face) was taken to the hospital after he was hurt early in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals against Carolina on Thursday, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski reports. McNabb took an 87 mph slap shot to his face in the first period, exiting the action after logging only seven shifts. Jeremy Lauzon moved up to the first defensive pairing, while the rest of the blue line also saw a heavier workload. McNabb contributed three assists in Game 1 against Carolina and has totaled seven points (one goal, six assists) in 16 games during the playoffs. Kaedan Korczak and Ben Hutton are options to enter the lineup if McNabb can't play in Saturday's Game 3.
Source: Greg Wyshynski
Source: Greg Wyshynski
Can Brashard Smith Be Dropped in Dynasty Leagues?
Inconsistency and a lack of a true bell cow atop the Chiefs' running back depth chart allowed ample opportunity for Brashard Smith to carve out a meaningful role as a 2025 rookie, but the seventh-round pick out of SMU was never able to capitalize. Appearing in all 17 games, Smith ran for only 151 yards on a 3.4-yard-per-carry clip, adding another 172 yards through the air and scoring his only touchdown of the season in a Week 17 loss to the Broncos. Kansas City added the top free agent running back on the market in Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III before spending a fifth-round pick on arguably the best receiving back in the 2026 rookie class, Emmett Johnson. The Chiefs rounded out their depth chart with the low-cost addition of veteran Emari Demercado, who had been hyper-efficient in his limited work with the Cardinals, averaging almost 7.9 yards per attempt over the past two seasons. Smith has accordingly been pushed to the bubble of most dynasty rosters, and with no clear path to fantasy relevance, he has fallen to RB74 in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings, making him a drop candidate in all but the deepest leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Zachariah Branch Impressing New Falcons QB in OTAs
Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch, who was the 79th overall pick in the third round of this year's draft out of the University of Georgia, has been quickly learning the team's offense and building chemistry with his teammates in OTAs this offseason, according to Will McFadden of AtlantaFalcons.com. The 22-year-old proved to be one of college's most explosive playmakers in 2025 with the Bulldogs, leading the SEC with 81 catches and gaining 811 receiving yards and six touchdowns in 14 games played. He has drawn the attention of new quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who played with two elite speed receivers in Miami in Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. "I mean, dude's fast," Tagovailoa said. "Dude can play very shifty. Kind of reminds me of Waddle." Branch caught 159 passes for 1,634 yards and nine touchdowns in his three collegiate seasons (two at USC), and he did most of his damage after he already secured the football. He was targeted 96 times and caught 92 passes behind the line of scrimmage in college. Speed is not in question with Branch, but his durability at 5-foot-9, 177 pounds, and his role in his rookie season are up for debate. Expect him to compete with Olamide Zaccheaus and Jahan Dotson for the WR2 role in Atlanta in 2026 behind WR1 Drake London.
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Will McFadden
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Will McFadden
AJ Barner Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner (undisclosed) hasn't taken part in on-field workouts during the offseason program after having two undisclosed surgeries, but he's "feeling good" and is expected to be back on the field for training camp this summer, according to John Boyle of the team's official website. The 24-year-old was on the weekly injury report for Seattle regularly late last season, being listed with hip, elbow, shoulder, knee, ankle, and calf injuries. He still made 20 starts, including the postseason, and he finished with 52 receptions (68 targets) for 519 yards and six touchdowns in 17 regular-season starts in his second year in the NFL. "I'm going to feel much better, and I'm already feeling much better, and I think that's where I'll see strides," Barner said. "I'm feeling good, and I'm chomping at the bit trying to get back out there." The third-year TE should remain a threat in the red zone for the defending Super Bowl champs in 2026, but the expected emergence of Elijah Arroyo will certainly cap his fantasy ceiling in 2026. RotoBaller has Barner ranked as the No. 27 fantasy TE going into the upcoming season.
Source: Seahawks.com - John Boyle
Source: Seahawks.com - John Boyle
Edward Cabrera Scheduled to Start on Friday Against Giants
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera (finger) is now scheduled to come off the 15-day injured list to start in Friday's series opener at Wrigley Field against the visiting San Francisco Giants, according to MLB.com. Cabrera was initially expected to come off the IL to start in Game 2 of the series on Saturday, but they will instead move him up a day and push right-hander Ben Brown back. The 28-year-old Dominican hurler didn't allow more than three runs in a start in his first year in Chicago until May 9, and he'll return from the IL with a 3-2 record, 4.00 ERA (4.45 FIP), and 1.35 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 20 walks in 54 innings pitched across his first 10 starts in 2026. He wasn't exactly great in May, allowing 15 runs (12 earned) on 23 hits (five homers) while walking eight and striking out 18 in 18 2/3 innings over four starts. Cabrera's velocity is down this year, and he's sporting a career-low 20.7% strikeout rate, making him a shaky fantasy streamer with the Cubbies. He'll face a Giants squad in the middle of the pack in team OPS (.703) this year.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
