March 21, 2026
Golden State Warriors guard
De'Anthony Melton (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Hawks after being listed as questionable, marking his first time playing both ends of a back-to-back this season. Melton's minutes have fluctuated, but he has remained fantasy relevant, averaging 16.0 points, 1.6 three-pointers, 3.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.2 steals over his last five games. He remains a viable option in standard leagues for scoring and steals when his minutes hold.
Brandin Podziemski and
Gui Santos should continue seeing steady roles, while Melton provides backcourt depth with defensive upside.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 21, 2026
Atlanta Hawks forward
Jalen Johnson (shoulder) will not play Saturday against the Warriors because of left shoulder inflammation. The injury ends his recent stretch of strong all-around production. His absence could open the door for
Jonathan Kuminga to take on a larger role after he was removed from the injury report. In his last appearance, Kuminga recorded 16 points, two three-pointers, five rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 18 minutes. He looks like a solid short-term streaming option if he moves into the starting lineup, while C.J. McCollum and
Nickeil Alexander-Walker could also take on more scoring responsibility.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 21, 2026
Houston Rockets forward/center
Alperen Sengun (back) will play Saturday against the Heat after being listed as questionable due to back tightness. The big man should slide right back into his usual role as one of Houston's main facilitators, averaging 16.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 6.0 assists over his last five games. His availability likely pushes
Clint Capela back into a limited reserve role, lowering his streaming appeal. Sengun remains a must-start in all formats thanks to the playmaking he brings from the center spot, while
Kevin Durant and
Amen Thompson should continue leading the scoring.
--Brian DailisanSource: Will Guillory
March 21, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Kristaps Porzingis (back) will not play Saturday against Atlanta after exiting Friday's loss to Detroit because of back tightness. With
Draymond Green (back) and
Quinten Post (foot) available, both could help cover frontcourt minutes. Green finished with five rebounds, six assists, one steal, and one block in 22 minutes Friday and offers value in deeper formats for defensive stats and assists. Post is more of a speculative deep-league option after producing six points, five rebounds, and three assists in his previous appearance.
Gui Santos should also continue seeing steady minutes as a secondary option.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 21, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Pelicans after being listed as doubtful. His absence should keep extra wing minutes available for
Keon Ellis and
Sam Merrill. Merrill started the last game and finished with 13 points, three three-pointers, one rebound, three assists, one steal, and one block in 31 minutes, while Ellis produced eight points, two rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block in 27 minutes off the bench. Both are mainly deep-league streaming options for threes and defensive stats, while
Donovan Mitchell and
James Harden continue to lead the offense.
--Brian DailisanSource: Spencer Davies
March 21, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Donovan Mitchell (eye) is available for Saturday's game against the Pelicans after missing one contest with a left eye contusion. Mitchell is expected to reclaim his usual high-usage role alongside
James Harden, continuing to anchor Cleveland's scoring and playmaking. In his last appearance, Mitchell posted 19 points, one three-pointer, eight rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 34 minutes. He remains a must-start in all formats, while James Harden should continue handling a major share of the playmaking duties.
--Brian DailisanSource: Spencer Davies
March 21, 2026
Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (leg) will miss a seventh consecutive game on Saturday against the Boston Bruins. "Skated today, improving," Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan said about Larkin after Saturday's morning skate. "Not playing tonight. Pretty soon will be moving into that day-to-day category, but not available tonight." Larkin was initially ruled out for two weeks on March 12. While Andrew Copp made an early return from injury this week, Larkin needs more time to recover. Detroit plans to use J.T. Compher and Emmitt Finnie as the top-six centers on Saturday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 21, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward
Austin Reaves (hip) is available for Saturday's game against Orlando after being added to the injury report with left hip soreness. Reaves should continue handling a secondary playmaking role, though his fantasy ceiling remains tied to the presence of
Luka Doncic and
LeBron James. Over his last five games, he has averaged 21.8 points, 2.0 three-pointers, 4.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.2 steals in 40.6 minutes. He remains a solid hold in standard leagues, with fantasy managers able to rely on his consistent mid-round production.
--Brian DailisanSource: Dan Woike
March 21, 2026
Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (upper body) could return in 7-10 days, head coach Travis Green said on Saturday. He will miss a seventh consecutive game on Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. However, the Senators are likely to get him back soon. Sanderson is a key player in defense for Ottawa, recording 48 points (11 goals, 37 assists), 133 shots, and 116 blocks across 62 outings this season. His absence has elevated Thomas Chabot's fantasy value. Chabot has logged monster ice time in recent games, including 30:53 in Thursday's 3-2 win over the New York Islanders. He has notched one goal and two assists in six games during Sanderson's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 21, 2026
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (lower body) won't play on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators and is considered day-to-day. According to Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube, Rielly aggravated a lower-body injury in Friday's overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. The 32-year-old has played in 67 of Toronto's 70 games this season, amassing 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists), 125 shots, and 96 blocks. Jack McCabe is the only Maple Leafs player with more blocks than Rielly this season. With Rielly out, McCabe might also be asked to take on more offensive responsibilities and is an option to join the second power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: TSN
March 21, 2026
New York Rangers defenseman Urho Vaakanainen (upper body) is week-to-week, Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic reports. The Finnish rearguard suffered an upper-body injury this week and wasn't in the lineup on Thursday night against Columbus. New York won't have him for at least a few more games, starting with Sunday's tilt against the Winnipeg Jets. Vaakanainen has made 33 appearances this season, recording six assists, 22 shots, and 26 blocks. Connor Mackey filled in for Vaakainen on Thursday, making his season debut. He logged 13:32 of ice time and recorded one block, two penalty minutes, and a minus-two rating.
--Taavi PailkSource: Vince Z. Mercogliano
March 21, 2026
New York Rangers center Noah Laba (lower body) is considered week-to-week, Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic reports. The rookie forward was injured on Wednesday against New Jersey and wasn't available for Thursday's action against Columbus. Unfortunately, Laba's absence won't be limited to one game. Laba's performance has been one of only a few positives for the Rangers during a tough season. He has notched 21 points (nine goals, 12 assists) through his first 65 career appearances. With Laba out, Jonny Brodzinski re-entered the lineup on Thursday but had little impact across 6:01 of ice time.
--Taavi PailkSource: Vince Z. Mercogliano
March 21, 2026
San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli (lower body) is questionable for the team's upcoming three-game road trip, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports. The veteran forward suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday's loss to Buffalo and wasn't in the lineup on Saturday against Philadelphia. It looks like it might not remain his only absence. Philipp Kurashev entered the lineup on Saturday, joining Macklin Celebraini and Will Smith on the first line. The Swiss forward will have additional fantasy value as long as he sticks with San Jose's two young stars.
--Taavi PailkSource: Curtis Pashelka
March 21, 2026
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher
Keegan Akin (thigh) injured his adductor while warming up in the bullpen during Saturday's Grapefruit League contest against the Philadelphia Phillies, according to Jake Rill of MLB.com. Manager Craig Albernaz said that he doesn't know the severity of the injury, and the team wanted to be cautious. At this point, it's unclear whether the injury will threaten his spot on the Orioles' 26-man roster to open the season. The left-hander is coming off a 2025 campaign in which he posted a 3.41 ERA across 64 appearances. Compared to his 4.94 FIP, the ERA indicates that Akin may have been somewhat lucky. He'll presumably work to improve his results on the mound after surrendering 4.69 BB/9 and 1.42 HR/9 last year.
--Andersen PickardSource: Jake Rill
March 21, 2026
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (illness) will sit out Saturday's matchup with the Edmonton Oilers. The Lightning captain made an early exit against Vancouver on Thursday due to illness and is still feeling under the weather. His next chance to return will be on Sunday when the Lightning cap off their four-game road trip against the Calgary Flames. Emil Lilleberg (face) will take Hedman's spot in the lineup on Saturday night. The 25-year-old will be back in action after missing eight games with a facial fracture. Hedman has made only 33 appearances this season, so Tampa Bay shouldn't have any issues coping with his absence. Darren Raddysh will take on the leading role on the blue line.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 21, 2026
Detroit Tigers second baseman
Gleyber Torres (back) "will be good to go" for Monday's Grapefruit League contest against the Colorado Rockies, according to Rogelio Castillo of Tigers ML Report. Torres had been scratched from the Tigers' lineup on Saturday due to lower back tightness, but it sounds like the injury isn't serious and won't require him to miss any additional time. All in all, this bodes well for Torres' availability on Opening Day against the San Diego Padres. He has been a productive hitter for the entirety of his MLB career, including 2025, when he slashed .256/.358/.387 with 16 homers, a 13.5% walk rate, a 16.1% strikeout rate, and 113 wRC+. In addition to being the Tigers' starting second baseman, Torres projects as the club's No. 2 hitter this year.
--Andersen PickardSource: Rogelli Castillo
March 21, 2026
Washington Nationals starting pitcher
Cade Cavalli concluded a terrific stretch of spring training games on Saturday. Cavalli tossed five shutout innings with three hits, zero walks, and one strikeout against the New York Mets. His final Grapefruit League stat line includes four starts, 14 innings, one run, zero earned runs, four hits, two hit batters, one walk, and nine strikeouts. Outside of the low strikeout rate, it was a phenomenal spring for Cavalli, who will start for the Nats on Opening Day after
MacKenzie Gore was traded away. In his first real taste of MLB action last year, Cavalli made 10 starts with a 3.93 xFIP, 7.44 K/9, 2.77 BB/9, and a 54.8% ground ball rate. He ranks #77 among starting pitchers in RotoBaller's latest fantasy baseball rankings for 2026.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Houston Astros starting pitcher
Mike Burrows (calf) exited Saturday's Grapefruit League contest after a ground ball deflected off his lower left leg. Burrows told Chandler Rome of The Athletic that the ball hit his left calf, and he will be fine. It sounds like Burrows exited the game as a precaution, and the decision was made easier by the fact that he had already thrown 77 pitches. The right-hander remains in line to break camp as a key piece of the Astros' starting rotation. He is currently projected as the club's No. 4 starter, putting him on track to make his season debut Sunday, March 29, against the Los Angeles Angels. Burrows is coming off a solid 2025 campaign in which he went 2-4 with a 3.86 xFIP, 9.09 K/9, and 2.91 BB/9 across 23 outings (19 starts).
--Andersen PickardSource: Chandler Rome
March 21, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher
Emmet Sheehan has been informed that he made the Opening Day rotation, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. This does not come as much of a surprise, as Sheehan started 12 of his 15 appearances last season and also made two starts this spring. He was highly effective over his 15 outings last year, posting a 2.93 FIP with 10.92 K/9 and 2.70 BB/9. Ardaya notes that Sheehan's exact spot in the rotation hasn't been confirmed, but we would project him in the No. 4 role ahead of
Roki Sasaki. If so, that role would be temporary, as he'd presumably fall back a slot when
Blake Snell (shoulder) returns to action. We wouldn't be surprised to see the Dodgers roll out a six-man rotation once that happens.
--Andersen PickardSource: Fabian Ardaya
March 21, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher
Merrill Kelly (back) will open the season on the 15-day injured list, manager Torey Lovullo told Alex D'Agostino of Diamondbacks on SI. The move was widely expected, but now confirmed by the Snakes' skipper as he announced the team's Opening Day rotation. Kelly entered camp as the Diamondbacks' projected No. 1 starter before dealing with the back issue. Now, he'll open the year on the IL. Lovullo didn't offer a timetable for his return, but the starter could pitch in a game as soon as April 7, if the team chooses to backdate his IL placement. Missing only 12 days would be a decent outcome for Kelly, who is looking to build on an impressive 2025 campaign that included a 3.76 FIP, 8.17 K/9, and 2.35 BB/9.
--Andersen PickardSource: Alex D’Agostino
March 21, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have assigned top infield prospect
Konnor Griffin to minor league camp earlier on Saturday. The top prospect in the sport was in serious consideration to crack the Opening Day roster but will instead begin his 2026 campaign in the minor leagues. Even though he has yet to take a Triple-A at-bat, Griffin held his own in camp and was nearly named the team's Opening Day shortstop. Across 16 spring training games, the former first-round pick held a modest .173 AVG but hit four long balls with one stolen base. Last summer, Griffin made his professional debut and held an elite .333/.415/.527 line with 21 home runs and an eye-catching 65 stolen bases across 122 contests split between Low-A, High-A, and Double-A. Fantasy managers should expect Griffin to potentially begin the regular season with Triple-A and may only need a brief taste before reaching the Steel City. He is a top stash candidate in all formats ahead of Opening Day.
--Andy SmithSource: Pittsburgh Pirates
March 21, 2026
Dallas Cowboys tight end
Jake Ferguson opened the 2025 season as a premier fantasy option, but his productivity declined near the end of the year. After ranking as the overall TE1 in PPR leagues from Week 1 through Week 7, he dropped to the overall TE22 spot over the remainder of the season. He had a particularly poor showing over the final four weeks of the season, during which he had just seven catches and ranked 23rd among tight ends in fantasy points. Ultimately, Ferguson just couldn't carve out a consistent role while buried behind
CeeDee Lamb and
George Pickens in the pecking order. He also lost opportunities when the team decided to run the ball and feed
Javonte Williams. All three of those skill players are back for 2026, making it tough to predict any sort of improvement for Ferguson. He's too dependent on targets to confidently draft as a top-eight fantasy tight end. Instead, he's a high-end TE2 who will deliver some mid-to-low TE1 outings from time to time. His name value makes him an appealing sell-high candidate in PPR leagues, especially since his finish as the overall TE5 masks his late-season struggles.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Cleveland Browns quarterback
Shedeur Sanders finished the 2025 season as the team's starter, but that doesn't mean his job is guaranteed for 2026. Sanders is expected to face competition at the quarterback position as
Deshaun Watson (Achilles) rejoins the offense. Watson hasn't played since Week 7 of the 2024 season, but he's expected to compete with Sanders for the starting role during training camp. On one hand, the Browns' lofty investment of multiple first-round picks in Watson would presumably give him an advantage in the competition. On the other hand, he's coming off an injury, hasn't played in a season and a half, and didn't play particularly well even when he was healthy. Sanders didn't have a great rookie season by any means, either, posting a measly 56.6% completion rate with just seven passing touchdowns and 11 turnovers. This will be a very interesting position battle to monitor, and Sanders will have to deliver a strong summer to win the job over Watson.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander
Braxton Ashcraft put up quality numbers across 26 games (eight starts) in his first taste of the big leagues in 2025, posting a 4-4 record with a 2.71 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 71 strikeouts across 69 2/3 innings. The 26-year-old appears to be locked into a full-time rotation role heading into 2026, and he could be on the verge of a breakout campaign. Across 13 1/3 innings this spring, Ashcraft has recorded 16 strikeouts while allowing just one walk. He also did a nice job limiting hard contact in his MLB appearances in 2025, allowing just a 38.5% hard-hit rate and posting a 0.39 HR/9. For fantasy managers searching the late rounds of drafts for starting pitchers with upside, Ashcraft could be a name to target.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Free agent wide receiver
Tyreek Hill (knee) remains unsigned as the end of March approaches. Hill was cut loose by the Miami Dolphins as the organization underwent a major restructuring. Hill and quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa were both released, and the team also fired head coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier. Although the move was less about Hill's performance and more about his fit within the organization's vision for the future (plus his salary), it's worth noting that his productivity has declined, and he is past his peak. He dropped to WR18 with 959 yards in 2024, and he totaled just 21 catches, 265 yards, and one touchdown through four games before tearing his ACL last year. On a positive note, Hill's agent recently said that the receiver will be ready for Week 1 iin 2026, so he should be ready to contribute as a play-making perimeter receiver right away. Depending on where he signs, he could still be a valuable fantasy option as a low-end WR2.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Atlanta Braves pitching prospect
Didier Fuentes has made the team's Opening Day roster as a member of the bullpen. The 21-year-old was dominant in Grapefruit League action, recording nine shutout innings with 17 strikeouts, zero walks, and zero hits. While Fuentes will open the year in the bullpen, all 13 of his minor league appearances in 2025 came as a starter. The Braves are already thin in the rotation as they deal with injuries to key starters such as
Spencer Schwellenbach (elbow) and
Hurston Waldrep (elbow). If Atlanta faces further injury or underperformance from any of its current starters, it would not be a surprise to see Fuentes stretched out for a return to the rotation. Depending on league size and format, fantasy managers may want to consider stashing Fuentes through the early portion of the season in case he earns a quick promotion from middle relief to the starting rotation.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles optioned starting pitcher
Dean Kremer to minor league camp on Saturday, per Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com. Kremer's demotion comes as a bit of a surprise, as the 30-year-old has made 106 starts over the past four seasons for Baltimore and was expected to open 2026 at the back end of the team's rotation. However, veteran right-hander
Zach Eflin has turned heads with his performance in Spring Training and may have bumped Kremer off the roster. Across 171 2/3 innings (29 starts) in 2025, Kremer recorded an 11-10 record with a 4.19 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 142 strikeouts. Given his experience and track record of reasonable effectiveness, Kremer will almost certainly get another shot in the big leagues at some point this season. However, his fantasy value is built on his ability to eat innings, so his stock is obviously following this news.
--Will BradySource: BaltimoreBaseball.com - Rich Dubroff
March 21, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders tight end
Brock Bowers is expected to receive a major quarterback upgrade this offseason. The Raiders traded away quarterback
Geno Smith, opening the door for them to draft projected No. 1 pick
Fernando Mendoza. While Mendoza's success in the NFL is far from guaranteed, he offers more upside than any quarterback Bowers has played with before. A potent passer could be exactly what Bowers needs to reclaim the top spot in the dynasty fantasy football rankings.
Trey McBride closed the gap on Bowers last year, but Vegas' tight end is still an elite fantasy threat. He had 64 catches, 680 yards, and seven touchdowns across just 12 games last year, averaging 14.7 fantasy points per game in PPR formats. If he can put up those numbers with Smith as his quarterback, he can easily jump to a tier of his own with Mendoza at quarterback and offensive-minded head coach Klint Kubiak running the show. Given that he's due for improvement in 2026, Bowers might be worth buying in dynasty leagues. However, make no mistake about it -- he's not going to come cheap.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
March 21, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop prospect
Konnor Griffin survived the team's latest round of cuts from its MLB roster, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. With less than a week remaining before the team's opener on Thursday against the New York Mets, Griffin breaking camp with the big-league club is starting to look more and more likely. The 19-year-old is widely considered one of the top prospects in all of baseball, and he dominated minor league pitching to a .333/.415/.527 slash line with 21 home runs, 94 RBI, 117 runs scored, and 65 stolen bases across 563 plate appearances in 2025. However, Griffin did not reach Triple-A and has just 98 Double-A plate appearances to his name. If he opens 2026 as the starting shortstop in Pittsburgh, he'll likely experience some early-season growing pains as he adjusts to big-league pitching. Still, Griffin carries sky-high upside with the potential to deliver five-category production for fantasy managers as soon as this season.
--Will BradySource: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Colin Beazley
March 21, 2026
New England Patriots wide receiver
Mack Hollins had a strong 2025 season, and he remains a key piece of the passing attack ahead of 2026. Hollins has quietly put together back-to-back impressive campaigns. Between 2024 with the Bills and 2025 with the Patriots, he tallied 77 catches, 928 yards, and seven touchdowns. He was the overall WR58 last year, despite missing the final two games of the regular season due to injury. The veteran receiver fended off any sort of rookie breakout for
Kyle Williams, and he also leapfrogged
DeMario Douglas on the depth chart. Pretty early into the season, Hollins had already established himself as the Patriots' No. 3 receiver behind
Stefon Diggs and
Kayshon Boutte. He remains in a similar role going forward, as the Patriots' only offseason move at the position was releasing Diggs and replacing him with
Romeo Doubs. We expect Williams to see more targets next year, but Hollins should still be the clear No. 3 receiver, especially after earning the trust of head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback
Drake Maye. He's an intriguing buy-low option in dynasty leagues because he only costs a late-round pick in trades, yet offers potential WR3/flex value on a weekly basis, especially in deeper leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
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