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Phillies-Giants Postponed on Wednesday Due to Rain
The game on Wednesday between the Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants has been postponed due to rain and will be made up as part of a split doubleheader on Thursday, according to Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fantasy managers will want to get any players from these two teams out of their starting lineup for Wednesday's slate of action. Veteran right-hander Logan Webb was slated to start Wednesday's contest at Citizens Bank Park for the Giants, with left-hander Cristopher Sanchez scheduled to toe the rubber for the struggling Phillies. Both pitchers should take the mound on Thursday, instead, in one of the two games of the doubleheader.
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Lochlahn March
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Lochlahn March
Nils Lundkvist to Remain Out Thursday
Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist (face) will miss a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Minnesota Wild, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. The Swedish rearguard sustained a deep facial laceration in Game 4 of the first-round series and didn't travel with the team to Minnesota. Ilya Lyubushkin jumped into the lineup as Lundkvist's replacement in Game 5 on Tuesday and is set to retain his spot for Thursday's contest. In a 4-2 loss, Lyubushkin had a quiet outing, finishing with one block and one hit in 12:30 of ice time. He may have an even smaller role in Game 6, as Dallas is likely to lean heavily on its top-four group in an elimination game.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
Jonas Brodin Uncertain for Game 6
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) is questionable for Thursday's Game 6 against the Dallas Stars, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports. Brodin suffered a lower-body injury in Game 5 on Tuesday and was seen using crutches after the game. Wild head coach John Hynes told reporters on Wednesday that he doesn't know if Brodin will be available Thursday night. Brodin has amassed one assist, six SOG, 14 blocks, two hits, and four penalty minutes in five games against Dallas. The team will look to either Daemon Hunt or Jeff Petry to fill in for Brodin if needed.
Source: Mike Morreale
Source: Mike Morreale
Matvei Michkov Expected to Rejoin Flyers Lineup Wednesday
Philadelphia Flyers winger Matvei Michkov will re-enter the lineup on Wednesday in Game 6 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. The young Russian star was a healthy scratch in Game 5. This surprised many, but Michkov hasn't been impactful in the playoffs. After a 51-point regular season, he hasn't scored any points in four postseason outings, recording only four SOG. So far, he has averaged just 10:05 of ice time in the first-round series. Michkov has the ability to be a difference-maker, and it will be interesting to see how he responds to being scratched in the previous game.
Source: Jordan Hall
Source: Jordan Hall
Noah Ostlund Set to Miss "a Period of Time"
Buffalo Sabres center Noah Ostlund (lower body) appears to be done for the first-round series against the Boston Bruins. Jourdon LaBarber of the Sabres' official site reports that head coach Lindy Ruff expects Ostlund to miss "a period of time" after he suffered a lower-body injury in Tuesday's Game 5 loss. "The news wasn't good," Ruff said Wednesday. "Don't know exactly how much we know, but he's gonna miss some time." It's an unfortunate blow for Ostlund, who also sat out the start of the series due to injury. Josh Norris (undisclosed) is expected to enter the lineup as Ostlund's replacement in Game 6 on Friday.
Source: Jourdon LaBarber
Source: Jourdon LaBarber
Viktor Arvidsson Doubtful for Game 6 Against Sabres
Boston Bruins winger Viktor Arvidsson (upper body) could miss a second consecutive game on Friday against the Buffalo Sabres, Amalie Benjamin of NHL.com reports. "It's going to be hard," Bruins head coach Marco Sturm said about Arvidsson's availability on Wednesday. "It's definitely day to day, but it will be hard." The Swedish forward sustained an upper-body injury in Game 4 of the series and didn't travel to Buffalo for Game 5 on Tuesday. In the matchup, Arvidsson has produced two goals, both coming in Game 2. With him out, Michael Eyssimont got a chance to play on Tuesday night and is expected to remain on the third line in Game 6 if Arvidsson isn't healthy enough to play.
Source: Amalie Benjamin
Source: Amalie Benjamin
Barrett Hayton Close to Returning
Utah Mammoth center Barrett Hayton (upper body) is nearing his return to action, Nicholas J. Cotsonika of NHL.com reports. He has been nursing an upper-body injury since late March. On Wednesday morning, Mammoth head Andre Tourigny said Hayton will probably warm up before Game 5 against the Vegas Golden Knights, but he isn't expected to play. It's a sign that Hayton is close to 100 percent and could be an option later in the series. In 67 regular-season outings, Hayton managed 10 goals and 15 assists, while ranking third on his team with a 52.6 faceoff percentage.
Source: Nicholas J. Cotsonika
Source: Nicholas J. Cotsonika
Charle-Edouard D'Astous a Game-Time Call Wednesday
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Charle-Edouard D'Astous (undisclosed) could return to action in Game 5 against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday, as he is considered a game-time decision. The 28-year-old has missed the last three games after suffering an undisclosed injury in the series opener. D'Astous had a decent debut campaign in 2025-26, totaling 29 points (six goals, 23 assists), 80 SOG, 74 blocks, and 96 hits in 70 contests. Maxwell Crozier and Declan Carlisle have filled in for D'Astous on the Lightning defense. Tampa Bay used Crozier in Game 4, and he will likely come out of the lineup on Wednesday night if D'Astous is ready to return.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Brandon Aiyuk Decision Could Come in Late May
It's been a surprise that wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (knee), who hasn't played since tearing his ACL in October of 2024, is still with the San Francisco 49ers, with April coming to an end this week. In January, general manager John Lynch said that it was "safe to say" that Aiyuk had played his last snap with the organization. Lynch later said an Aiyuk-related move would come before the new league year started on March 11. In late March, Lynch said he didn't have a date when asked when the 49ers might release Aiyuk, and he also added that "we're in no rush to do that." The 49ers were discussing a trade of Aiyuk in the lead-up to last week's NFL draft, but nothing came to fruition. Lynch seemed to indicate that if Aiyuk wasn't traded during the draft, they might finally release the former first-rounder. The Niners don't appear to be in any rush to do Aiyuk any favors after a lengthy contract dispute in 2024 before his season-ending knee injury that year. Aiyuk then stopped showing up for his rehab last year, at which point the team voided the remaining guarantees on his contract. The Athletic's Matt Barrows thinks the team's first organized team activity practice on May 27 might be an "unofficial marker" for Aiyuk's release. The 28-year-old former 25th overall pick in 2020 out of Arizona State had back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in 2022 and 2023, but he's coming off a major knee injury, which will make him a huge question mark in 2026 fantasy football leagues. The Commanders appear to be the likeliest landing spot for Aiyuk if he's eventually released, potentially linking up with former college teammate, QB Jayden Daniels.
Source: The Athletic - Matt Barrows and Nicki Jhabvala
Source: The Athletic - Matt Barrows and Nicki Jhabvala
Panthers Pick Up Bryce Young's Fifth-Year Option
The Carolina Panthers officially picked up quarterback Bryce Young's fifth-year option for the 2027 season on Wednesday, according to Darin Gantt of the team's official website. It was a no-brainer move for the Panthers after Young set new career-highs in passing yards (3,011), touchdowns (23), completion percentage (63.6), and passer rating (87.8). He also had six of his 12 game-winning drives in the fourth quarter or overtime in 2025, and his 12 comeback wins are the most of any QB in the NFL since 2023. While Young still shouldn't be viewed as a legitimate QB1 in fantasy football in 2026, he has proven in recent seasons that he is improving, and he was especially effective late in games and in close contests. The former first overall pick in 2023 is now under contract for the next two seasons in Carolina and has plenty of receiving weapons in Tetairoa McMillan, Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette, and rookie Chris Brazzell II to take another step forward as a passer in 2026. Young is a rising high-end QB2 in superflex and dynasty/keeper leagues.
Source: Panthers.com - Darin Gantt
Source: Panthers.com - Darin Gantt
Salvador Perez Heating Up, but Will it Continue?
Kansas City Royals catcher/designated hitter Salvador Perez could be turning things around after a slow start to the season. The veteran backstop is 6-for-15 (.400) over his last three games, including a pair of home runs, four RBI, and four runs scored. The nine-time All-Star is hitting just .196 through 28 games, even after the recent hot streak, and with just a 3.4 percent walk rate, his on-base percentage sits at a paltry .229. With a .254 wOBA and 52 wRC+ on the season, the 35-year-old has been a disappointment for fantasy, and with a noticeable dip in bat speed, from 64th percentile in 2025 to 39th percentile in 2026, there may be cause for concern, but he's coming off a 30-home run campaign while producing similar contact, strikeout, and barrel rates, so fantasy managers should exercise patience with the five-time Silver Slugger award winner.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Geraldo Perdomo Returns to Arizona's Lineup Against Brewers
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (ankle) is back at the 6 and is batting leadoff for the Snakes in Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Brandon Sproat at American Family Field, according to MLB.com. Perdomo missed the team's last two games after suffering a left-ankle sprain in Saturday's contest in Mexico City against the San Diego Padres. The 26-year-old switch-hitting Dominican should be returned to fantasy lineups in traditional leagues against Sproat, who has struggled early on in his first year with the Brew Crew. Perdomo hasn't really stood out offensively yet in 2026, slashing .250/.350/.393 with a .743 OPS, one home run, three doubles, three triples, six RBI, six stolen bases, and 11 runs scored in 25 games across 102 plate appearances. He's been much better of late, though, going 13-for-30 (.433) with a double, three triples, two RBI, two steals, and four runs scored in his previous eight games, dating back to April 14.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Daniel Palencia Could Return on Friday
Chicago Cubs right-handed closer Daniel Palencia (lat) has made enough progress that the Cubs are considering activating him from the 15-day injured list on Friday for the start of a three-game series at Wrigley Field against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks, according to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. With Chicago's pitching staff decimated by injuries early in 2026, the Cubs could have Palencia return to their major-league bullpen without going on a minor-league rehab assignment. When active, the hard-throwing right-hander should immediately return to closing duties in Chicago, especially with Caleb Thielbar (hamstring) and Hunter Harvey (triceps) on the IL. The 26-year-old Venezuelan high-leverage reliever had a career-best 22 saves in 52 2/3 regular-season innings last year in his third year with the Cubs, and he had tossed five scoreless innings with a save and five strikeouts in five relief appearances for Chicago this year before injuring his lat. Pick Palencia up immediately if he's available in your league with his return on the horizon. Palencia is rostered in 81% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: The Athletic - Patrick Mooney
Source: The Athletic - Patrick Mooney
Tanner McDougal Exits Triple-A Start with Forearm Tightness
Chicago White Sox pitching prospect Tanner McDougal exited his start for Triple-A Charlotte after one inning on Wednesday after experiencing right forearm tightness. The right-hander will undergo further testing to determine the extent of the injury. Chicago's sixth-ranked prospect had been pitching well for the Knights, posting a 3.13 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and a 27.4 percent strikeout rate (26 strikeouts) in 23 innings pitched before Wednesday's start. The 6-foot-5 hurler's control could use some improvement, with a 13.7 percent walk rate at Triple-A (career 12.5 percent), but there was a good chance he'd make his MLB debut this season, so hopefully it is not a long-term injury.
Source: James Fegan
Source: James Fegan
Alex Bregman Returns to Starting Lineup, Dansby Swanson Sitting Out
Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman (toe) is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the hosting San Diego Padres and right-hander Matt Waldron, playing third base and batting third, according to MLB.com. Meanwhile, shortstop Dansby Swanson (glute) will sit this one out after leaving Tuesday's win early with glute cramps. Bregman fouled a ball off his toe in Sunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he was held out of the starting lineup on Tuesday, although he did later enter the game as a pinch-hitter. Nico Hoerner will start at shortstop on Wednesday and bat leadoff, with Matt Shaw getting the start at second base. With an off day scheduled on Thursday, it seems likely that Swanson will return for Friday's series opener in Chicago against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Bregman went 2-for-2 at the plate on Tuesday night after entering the game as a pinch-hitter, and he should be returned to all starting lineups in traditional fantasy formats against the knuckleballer Waldron.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Orioles-Astros Game Postponed Due to Inclement Weather on Wednesday
The Baltimore Orioles announced that their game on Wednesday night against the Houston Astros has been postponed due to inclement weather in Baltimore. The game will be made up as part of a traditional doubleheader on Thursday, April 30. Fantasy managers will want to remove any players from these two teams that they might have had in their original starting lineups for Wednesday's action. Right-hander Chris Bassitt was scheduled to make the start at Camden Yards for the Orioles, with right-hander Peter Lambert on the schedule as the Astros' starter. Expect both pitchers to be pushed back to one of the games of Thursday's doubleheader.
Source: Baltimore Orioles
Source: Baltimore Orioles
Gary Woodland Riding Momentum Into Cadillac Championship
Gary Woodland has been playing inspired golf this season, highlighted by a win at the Houston Open and two other finishes of T14 or better. He'll look to keep it rolling at the Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral. Woodland has played here before, posting finishes of T29, T16, and T23, though those came between 2012 and 2015. His game still sets up well for the 7,700-yard Blue Monster, as he ranks second in driving distance, 59th on approach (+0.163 strokes per round), and 30th in putting (+0.410). He also sits 82nd in proximity from over 200 yards, a range that should be heavily in play this week. The only real concern has been his around the green play (154th), but with momentum on his side, Woodland offers strong value at just $7,400 on DraftKings.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Mookie Betts Hits Minor Setback in Rehab, Still on Track for May Return
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (oblique) was expected to begin a rehab assignment this weekend, but on Wednesday, he stated that he felt some soreness in his oblique recently while taking batting practice on the field, so the team backed off his rehab a bit. Since then, the veteran has been hitting in the cage and has said he's "turned a corner," with the expectation that he'll try to take batting practice on the field again. It sounds like a minor setback that should still allow the eight-time All-Star to begin a rehab assignment soon and potentially be back with the team sometime in early May if all goes well. The former MVP was 5-for-28 (.179) before going down with the injury, but two of his five hits were home runs, and he was making good contact (90.7 percent) while recording a 3:4 BB:K, so expect the 33-year-old to put up Betts-like numbers when he returns.
Source: Fabian Ardaya
Source: Fabian Ardaya
Jordan Spieth Brings Boom-or-Bust Potential to Cadillac Championship
Jordan Spieth has posted solid results this season, with four finishes of T12 or better, but has yet to break into the top 10. He now looks to find something at Trump National Doral, where he has played three times, finishing T17 twice and T34. This should be taken with a grain of salt, given this has not been played on the PGA since 2016. Spieth's game is a decent fit here, ranking 45th on approach (+0.294 strokes per round), 27th putting (+0.423), and 43rd in driving distance. The biggest question mark remains off the tee, where he ranks 113th, losing -0.133 strokes per round and sitting 108th in driving accuracy. At $8,200 on DraftKings, Spieth is a tough player to trust in fantasy lineups, but he always carries tournament-winning upside.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Adam Scott Looks Poised for Another Strong Finish at Doral
With a T24 finish at the Masters, Adam Scott now has five top-25 finishes in his last seven events. Things seem to be clicking for the Aussie at the perfect time, as he is one of the few in the field with a strong history at Trump National Doral. Scott has five top-10 finishes here and a win in 2016 when the PGA Tour last played the Blue Monster. His game continues to fit the 7,700-yard test, sitting third in strokes gained on approach (+0.912 per round), 18th in driving distance, and fourth in proximity from 200+ yards, a range that will undoubtedly come into play this week. At $8,400 on DraftKings, Scott profiles as an elite option at a familiar course.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Yusei Kikuchi Leaves Game on Wednesday with Shoulder Tightness
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (shoulder) was removed after two innings in Wednesday's game against the White Sox with what is being described as shoulder tightness. The southpaw came out to warm up before the third inning but left with the trainer. The extent of the injury is not yet known, but fantasy managers should have a backup plan in the event he needs to miss time. The 34-year-old has had a rough go of it so far in 2026, coming into Wednesday's game with a 6.21 ERA (3.71 FIP) and a 1.59 WHIP, although he was generating more than a strikeout per inning with 32 punchouts in 29 innings pitched. His next start would line up with the White Sox again next week, which could make whoever replaces him a potential streaming option.
Source: Angels PR
Source: Angels PR
Maverick McNealy Needs Approach Game to Click at Doral
Maverick McNealy has put together a steady season, recording seven top-25 finishes through his first 10 events. He now looks to keep it rolling at the Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral. The 7,700-yard Blue Monster should favor players with length off the tee, strong long-iron play, and the ability to convert on the greens. McNealy ranks 22nd in total strokes gained (+0.970 per round), 26th in putting (+0.430), and 49th in driving distance. The main concern has been his approach play, where he ranks 95th, losing -0.040 strokes per round, including losing strokes in five of his last six tournaments. As long as he can put together a decent week on approach, McNealy profiles as a high-upside option at $8,800 on DraftKings.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
After Brutal Start, Jakob Marsee Showing Signs of Life at the Plate
Miami Marlins outfielder Jakob Marsee has been a fantasy disappointment in the early going of 2026 after a breakout 2025. The left-handed hitter slashed .292/.363/.478 with five home runs and 14 steals in 55 games after his promotion to the big leagues last year, but so far in 2026, he's slashing just .184/.304/.272 through 30 games. On the bright side, the former sixth-round draft pick has continued to get on base thanks to a strong 13.2 percent walk rate, which has in turn allowed him to leverage his baserunning abilities, swiping 10 bags already, which is tied for fourth-most in the majors. There have also been signs he could be breaking out of his slump, going 8-for-27 (.296) over his last seven contests, with three of his six extra-base hits coming during that stretch (two doubles, one home run). Though not known for exit velocities (EV), the 24-year-old had an average EV of 87.0 mph earlier in the year, but it has popped up to 91.6 in this recent seven-game turnaround, so he could be locking in. If he can get going, fantasy managers will once again have a multi-category contributor on their hands, so patience is warranted with Marsee.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Zac Gallen to Throw a Bullpen on Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen (shoulder) played catch on Monday and will throw a regular between-starts bullpen on Wednesday, according to Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Gallen expects to make his next start on Friday on the road atWrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs, but he'll know for sure after throwing a bullpen. The 30-year-old veteran was pulled from his last outing early in Mexico City on Saturday against the San Diego Padres after being hit by a comebacker. Although Gallen has looked good so far in 2026 in his first six starts, fantasy managers may want to avoid him this weekend in his first start back after an injury against a Cubs offense that ranks fourth in the majors with a .777 team OPS in the first month of the season. In his eighth year in the big leagues, Gallen has gone 1-1 in his first 28 2/3 innings with a 3.14 ERA (3.58 FIP) and 1.36 WHIP with 17 strikeouts and seven walks.
Source: MLB.com - Steve Gilbert
Source: MLB.com - Steve Gilbert
Jonathan India has Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery
The Kansas City Royals announced on Tuesday that infielder Jonathan India (shoulder) underwent successful season-ending labral repair surgery. India only played in 17 games in his second season in KC and wasn't looking great at the plate before landing on the 10-day injured list, going 8-for-48 (.167) with two home runs, eight RBI, eight runs scored, eight walks, and 13 strikeouts in 58 plate appearances. He was also a disappointment in his first year with the Royals in 2025, slashing .233/.323/.346 with a career-low nine home runs, 45 RBI, and 63 runs scored in 136 games. India can obviously be dropped in all redraft fantasy baseball leagues now that it's official that he'll miss the rest of the 2026 season. With India now done for the year, it's a boost for both Michael Massey and Nick Loftin, who are the top two options for the Royals at second base.
Source: Kansas City Royals
Source: Kansas City Royals
Liam Hicks Feeling Better, Back in Wednesday's Lineup
Miami Marlins catcher/first baseman Liam Hicks (illness) is feeling better and is back behind the plate on Wednesday to catch right-hander Sandy Alcantara while hitting fifth against Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow, according to MLB.com. Hicks was under the weather in L.A. on Tuesday night and was scratched from the starting lineup, but he's back in there a day later. The 26-year-old left-handed-hitting Canadian catcher has been very hot in the early going this year, batting .311 (28-for-90) for the Fish with six home runs, 27 RBI, 17 runs scored, and one stolen base in 28 games in just his second year in the majors. Hicks slashed .247/.346/.346 with six homers and 45 RBI in 119 games across 390 plate appearances in his rookie campaign in Miami in 2025. It's not a great matchup on Wednesday in his return in the series finale against Glasnow, but DFS managers can't be blamed for wanting to ride the hot hand in Hicks.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Brendan Donovan on Track to Return During Next Homestand
Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson said that third baseman Brendan Donovan (groin) is on track to be reinstated from the 10-day injured list on the upcoming homestand, according to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. Donovan has been working out and doing some baseball activities in Seattle. The Mariners' next homestand begins on Friday, May 1, against the Kansas City Royals and runs through next Wednesday, May 6. When active, Donovan will serve as Seattle's regular third baseman. In his first 18 games with Seattle to begin the 2026 campaign, Donovan went 17-for-56 (.304) with three home runs, three doubles, eight RBI, seven runs scored, and a stolen base in 71 plate appearances. The 29-year-old German native has very little power or speed, but he's useful in fantasy for his elite contact abilities and high batting average. He was a first-time All-Star in 2025 with the St. Louis Cardinals, hitting .287 (132-for-460) with only 10 home runs, 50 RBI, and three steals in 118 games played. Donovan should be back in the M's starting nine at some point this weekend against KC.
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
George Springer Being Activated From Injured List, Won't Start on Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/designated hitter George Springer (toe) is being activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday, according to Hazel Mae of Sportsnet. In a corresponding move, the team is designating outfielder Eloy Jimenez for assignment. Springer isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the visiting Boston Red Sox, but he's available off the bench. The 36-year-old four-time All-Star and three-time Silver Slugger winner didn't go on a minor-league rehab assignment before being reinstated from the IL, so don't be surprised if he's a little rusty at the plate upon his return to the majors. The veteran outfielder/DH was ice-cold with the bat before fracturing his toe, going 10-for-54 (.185) with two home runs, six RBI, four runs scored, and a stolen base in 14 games played. Springer was fantastic for fantasy managers last year, slashing .309/.399/.560 with a .959 OPS, 32 home runs, 84 RBI, and 18 stolen bases in 140 regular-season games. His increased usage as Toronto's DH should help keep him healthy, but a repeat of last year's performance feels unlikely.
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Jarred Kelenic Recalled From Triple-A, Worth a Waiver-Wire Pickup?
The Chicago White Sox announced on Wednesday that they selected the contract of outfielder Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Charlotte and placed outfielder Everson Pereira (pectoral) on the 10-day injured list with a right-pectoral strain in a corresponding move. Kelenic was not in the team's starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, but the Angels also had a left-hander on the mound. The 26-year-old former top prospect for the Seattle Mariners will most likely serve as a reserve outfielder for the White Sox, so fantasy managers in mixed leagues can likely continue to ignore him now that he's back in the big leagues. Before his call-up to Chicago, Kelenic was hitting just .202 with a strikeout rate just below 30%, although he did clear the fences five times in his last 10 games played. The former sixth overall pick by the New York Mets in 2018 only appeared in 24 games with the Atlanta Braves last year, and he's struggled to a .211/.282/.376 slash line with a .658 OPS and 30.6% strikeout rate in his five big-league seasons.
Source: Chicago White Sox
Source: Chicago White Sox
David Peterson to Start on Wednesday Against Nationals
New York Mets left-hander David Peterson is returning to a starting role for Wednesday's matchup at home against the visiting Washington Nationals, according to Andrew Tredinnick of The Bergen Record. Right-hander Christian Scott will start the series opener on Thursday versus the Los Angeles Angels. After being used as a reliever his last two times out, Peterson will make his fifth start of the 2026 season. The 30-year-old southpaw has been more effective out of the bullpen for the Mets so far, as he's allowed 15 runs (14 earned) on 26 hits (one homer) while walking 10 and striking out 21 in 19 2/3 innings over his four starts. Fantasy managers considering streaming Peterson at Citi Field on Wednesday will be taking on a considerable amount of risk with a low ceiling. The Nationals as a team are in the middle of the pack in terms of OPS to begin the season. Overall, Peterson has an ERA just over 5.00 this year with a career-low 19.2% strikeout rate.
Source: The Bergen Record - Andrew Tredinnick
Source: The Bergen Record - Andrew Tredinnick
