RADIO
Jerry Stackhouse Emerges as Bulls Head-Coach Candidate
The Chicago Bulls are still seeking a new head coach after moving on from Billy Donovan earlier this offseason. The organization has put together a new front office, so the focus will likely soon shift to the head coach vacancy. Jerry Stackhouse has become a name to watch as a candidate for the Bulls coaching job. The 18-year-old NBA veteran has served as an assistant coach on Steve Kerr's staff in Golden State from 2024-2026. Stackhouse does have experience as a head coach from his time with the Toronto Raptors, when he was their G-League head coach. He was also the head coach at Vanderbilt University for five seasons. Stackhouse seems like an interesting candidate to watch.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel Headline All-Rookie Team
The NBA released its 2025-2026 Kia NBA All-Rookie Team on Wednesday. A media panel of 100 voters selects five players to the First-Team and five players to the Second-Team. Unsurprisingly, this year's Rookie of the Year, Cooper Flagg from the Dallas Mavericks, was selected to the First-Team. He'll be joined by Kon Knueppel, VJ Edgecombe, Dylan Harper, and Cedric Coward. The Second-Team is headlined by Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey. He's joined by a pair of New Orleans Pelicans in Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen. Collin Murray-Boyles and Maxime Raynaud will round out this year's Second-Team.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
De'Aaron Fox is Ruled Out for Game 2 on Wednesday
San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Wow, Fox will miss his second consecutive game due to a lingering ankle injury. He wasn't available on Monday, and the Spurs still found a way to get the win in double-overtime. Dylan Harper drew the start and finished with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists across 47 minutes of action. Harper figures to draw another start on Wednesday, with Stephon Castle and Keldon Johnson likely playing bigger roles. Victor Wembanyama will be asked to once again carry the load offensively with Fox unavailable.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jiri Kulich Aims to Return Next Season
Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (ear) is aiming for a comeback in 2026-27. This season, the 22-year-old made only 12 appearances after a blood clot in his ear cut his campaign short. "I'm just so grateful how this organization treated me, and they were helping me every single day," Kulich said on Tuesday. "They even allowed me to see some experts, so I think everything's going the right way, and looking forward for next season." Kulich was a first-round pick in 2022 and has shown promise in the NHL. Through his first 75 career games, the Czechia native has recorded 29 points (18 goals, 11 assists), 155 SOG, and 50 hits.
Source: Sabres.com
Source: Sabres.com
Jonah Tong is a Possibility to Earn MLB Start
New York Mets right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong is a "possibility to start" a game in Miami this weekend against the division-rival Marlins to give extra rest to the starting rotation, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post. Tong was scratched from his scheduled start for Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, leading to speculation that he was on the verge of being called up to the major leagues for the first time in 2026. The 22-year-old Canadian, who is the Mets' No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, made his big-league debut in 2025 and struggled in five starts, allowing 20 runs (16 earned) on 24 hits (three homers) while walking nine and striking out 22 in 18 2/3 innings. Tong hasn't exactly been lights-out at Syracuse this year, either, with a 1-3 record, 5.68 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, and 24 walks in 38 innings, but he also has 55 strikeouts in nine starts. The Mets are looking for an arm to stabilize their rotation with Clay Holmes (leg) out for the foreseeable future, and Tong could be that guy. Tong's funky mechanics have proven difficult to repeat, but if he figures it out, he will be a fast riser in the fantasy community.
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma
Jeremy Lauzon Not Expected to Play Wednesday
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon (upper body) will miss Wednesday's Game 1 against the Colorado Avalanche, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports. On Wednesday morning, Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella told reporters there were no updates on the team's injuries. Lauzon missed the entire second-round matchup with Anaheim after taking a puck to the head in Game 6 against Utah on May 1. His absence has allowed Dylan Coghlan to cement a spot in the lineup, but he hasn't made a fantasy impact. Coghlan has gone scoreless in four appearances, with five SOG, four blocks, and six hits.
Source: Jesse Granger
Source: Jesse Granger
Klint Kubiak Calls Brock Bowers a "Football Robot From Heaven"
Las Vegas Raiders new head coach Klint Kubiak is excited to get to work with tight end Brock Bowers, whom he called a "football robot from heaven," according to Paul Gutierrez of ESPN. Bowers, the 13th overall pick in 2024 out of Georgia, didn't disappoint in his first year in the NFL, catching 112 of his 153 targets for 1,194 yards and five touchdowns in 17 games to finish as the No. 1 TE in fantasy. The 23-year-old battled a knee injury in his sophomore season, though, which limited him to just 12 games, and he finished with a disappointing 64 catches for 680 yards and seven touchdowns on 86 targets, which put him at the TE10 mark when all was said and done. Now past his knee injury and set to work with quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza (the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft), Bowers is the top dynasty TE and should also be considered one of the top targets at the position in redraft fantasy leagues in 2026. Kubiak figures to make Bowers a huge part of the passing game in his first year in Vegas, especially since the Raiders' top receivers are Tre Tucker and Jalen Nailor.
Source: ESPN.com - Paul Gutierrez
Source: ESPN.com - Paul Gutierrez
Mark Stone Likely to Remain Out Wednesday
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (lower body) isn't expected to be in the lineup for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday. According to Jesse Granger of The Athletic, Stone skated with Vegas' scratches on Wednesday morning. It was his first time skating with the team since he suffered a lower-body injury in Game 3 against Anaheim. However, he's not quite ready to return to action yet. Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella mentioned there are no updates on Vegas' injuries. With Stone out, Brandon Saad has played in three consecutive games, while William Karlsson's role has grown.
Source: Jesse Granger
Source: Jesse Granger
Scott Wedgewood Starting Western Conference Finals for Avalanche
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood will start Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. The 33-year-old lost his starting spot to Mackenzie Blackwood in the second round against Minnesota, but he's getting a new opportunity to re-establish himself as the No. 1. A week ago, Wedgewood helped Colorado close out the series against Minnesota with an impressive relief effort. While Wedgewood had a bumpy ride in Round 2, his overall numbers are strong in the postseason. He holds a 7-1 record with a 2.21 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage. In the regular season, Wedgewood won both of his starts against Vegas, though he gave up over three goals per game (3.38) and had a poor .854 save percentage.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Sam Malinski Set to Return Wednesday
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Sam Malinski (upper body) is on track to return to the lineup on Wednesday night in Game 1 against the Vegas Golden Knights, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. He missed the last two games of the second-round series against Minnesota due to an upper-body injury. Malinski's return on Wednesday is a major boost for the Avalanche, who will be without Cale Makar (undisclosed). As a result, Malinski could take on additional duties on the blue line. Devon Toews and Brent Burns might also see more action without Makar, especially on the power play.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Jose Berrios Undergoes Full Tommy John Surgery
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios (elbow) underwent full Tommy John surgery, manager John Schneider told Hazel Mae of Sportsnet. Additionally, Berrios had a stress fracture in his right elbow fixed, and he will now miss the entire 2026 campaign and probably at least the first half of the 2027 campaign. All the innings that the 31-year-old Puerto Rican hurler has racked up over the years have finally caught up with him. The two-time All-Star began to show signs of decline last year in Toronto, posting a 4.17 ERA (4.65 FIP) and 1.30 WHIP with 138 strikeouts and 56 walks in 166 innings pitched across 31 regular-season outings (30 starts). Not only is durability now a major question mark, but when healthy, Berrios struggled with control, a lack of velocity, and keeping the ball in the yard. He was left off last year's postseason roster during the start of his elbow problems, and now we won't see Berrios in the big leagues for at least another full year. He can safely be dropped in all single-year fantasy formats, if he wasn't already.
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Artturi Lehkonen Expected to Play Wednesday Night
Colorado Avalanche winger Artturi Lehkonen (upper body) is expected to be available for Game 1 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. The Finnish forward has missed two games due to an upper-body injury. However, Lehkonen returned to practice with a regular jersey on Tuesday, indicating that he's ready to rejoin the lineup. Lehkonen is a player who can make an impact in all situations and has bagged six points (three goals, three assists) in seven postseason outings. He is slated to grab a second-line role and will also strengthen the second power-play unit.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Cale Makar Will Miss Game 1 Against Golden Knights
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (undisclosed) won't be available for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. He is considered day-to-day. According to Kaplan, Makar is dealing with several health issues. The two-time Norris Trophy winner was on the ice Wednesday morning, but he's missed several practices since Colorado's second-round matchup against Minnesota ended a week ago. With the Avalanche's blue line banged up, Jack Ahcan has played in back-to-back games and is set to remain in the lineup Wednesday night. However, he is expected to have a limited role.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Gleyber Torres Still Unable to Swing at Full Speed
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (oblique) continues to do pre-game fielding drills, but manager A.J. Hinch said that swinging is the hurdle right now, according to Evan Woodbery of MLive.com. Torres is unable to swing at full speed yet, and playing at 75 or 80 percent is not feasible and could aggravate his left-oblique injury. It's why the team's starting second baseman hasn't been able to start a minor-league rehab assignment this week. The 29-year-old Venezuelan infielder could still be back in the Tigers' starting lineup before the end of the month if he can resume swinging a bat at full speed sooner rather than later. In the meantime, Zach McKinstry and Hao-Yu Lee will continue to form a platoon at the keystone in Motown. Torres is currently rostered in just over half of Yahoo leagues, but he's worth an injury stash if you need a boost at second base in leagues that count on-base percentage. The three-time All-Star is slashing .259/.389/.328 with only two home runs, 11 RBI, and 18 runs scored through his first 32 games in 2026 in his second year with the Tigers.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Brandon Nimmo Pulled Early With Hamstring Tightness
Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hamstring) exited Wednesday's series finale in Denver early against the Colorado Rockies with right-hamstring tightness, according to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. After a single in the fifth inning, manager Skip Schumaker and a trainer went to check on Nimmo before pulling him from the game. Before leaving, Nimmo went 1-for-3 in the contest with a single. He was replaced in right field by Alejandro Osuna. The 33-year-old veteran has missed a few games with the same balky hamstring since the beginning of April, so we wouldn't be surprised if the Rangers place him on the injured list so that he can fully recover. Going into Wednesday's game, the former first-rounder was hitting .272/.353/.422 with a .775 OPS, five home runs, 16 RBI, 21 runs, and a stolen base in 180 at-bats in his first year with the Rangers. Nimmo is a multi-category contributor in fantasy and is known as an on-base machine, making him relevant in all fantasy leagues. If he were to miss extended time, Osuna could see regular playing time in right field against righties.
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Malachi Fields Appears Well-Positioned for Rookie Year Breakout in New York
After recording 36 receptions for 630 yards and five touchdowns across 12 games at Notre Dame in 2025, wide receiver Malachi Fields was selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. On paper, Fields appears to be in a good spot to make an immediate impact as a rookie with New York. Star Giants wideout Malik Nabers (knee) recently underwent a second procedure on his surgically repaired right knee, and the team lost wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson to the Tennessee Titans in free agency. Even if Nabers makes a full recovery and is ready for the start of 2026, Fields could have a chance to beat out veterans Darnell Mooney, Darius Slayton (abdomen), and Calvin Austin III for the team's WR2 role. At 6'4" and 205 lbs., Fields has the physical profile to be a dangerous outside receiver who can win on downfield routes and in the red zone. His dynasty stock is rising coming out of the 2026 Draft.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Ernie Clement Returns From Illness on Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (illness) is starting at second base and is batting sixth on Wednesday against the hosting New York Yankees and right-hander Cam Schlittler in the Bronx, according to MLB.com. Clement did not play on Tuesday due to a case of strep throat, but he is feeling much better and will return to action as the series in New York continues. The 30-year-old utility man makes plenty of contact at the plate and carries a very useful .287 batting average (52-for-181), but he has limited power (three homers) and has only stolen one base in addition to 16 RBI and 18 runs scored so far in 2026. He hasn't been as consistent in May, either, going 14-for-55 (.255) with two homers, seven RBI, and eight runs scored in 59 plate appearances across 16 games played. Clement has only faced Schlittler three times in his career and has one hit against him. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues are hoping that Clement can get things turned around now that he is feeling better.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Aaron Rodgers Plans to Retire Following 2026 Season
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers told reporters on Wednesday that he plans to retire at the end of the 2026 season, per ESPN. Rodgers recently signed a one-year deal to return to Pittsburgh and reported to the team's facilities for offseason workouts on Monday. While the 42-year-old is no longer the same player he once was at his peak, he still threw for 3,322 yards and 24 touchdowns while leading Pittsburgh to the AFC North title and a playoff berth in 2025. Rodgers enters 2026 as a four-time MVP, four-time first-team All-Pro, 10-time Pro-Bowler, and the MVP of Super Bowl XLV. He's fifth on the NFL's all-time passing yardage leaderboard, and can pass Peyton Manning for third on the all-time passing touchdown list if he throws for 13 or more scores in 2026. Regardless of what happens this upcoming season with the Steelers, he will go down as one of the best quarterbacks of his era and the history of the NFL.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Is Anthony Richardson Sr. Worth Buying Low on in Deeper Dynasty Formats?
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) battled through a nightmarish season in 2025. After losing his starting job to Colts veteran Daniel Jones (Achilles) in training camp, Richardson Sr. fractured his orbital bone during pre-game warmups in October after a freak accident with a stretch band. While Richardson Sr. is expected to be ready to go for the start of 2026, he does not appear to be in the team's plans for the future. Jones is locked in as the Colts QB1, and Richardson Sr. may enter 2026 behind Riley Leonard on the Indianapolis quarterback depth chart as well. Without a change in scenery, it may be tough for Richardson Sr. to provide any fantasy value. At the same time, Richardson Sr. is entering just his age-24 season and still offers elite rushing potential at the quarterback position if he can ever get another starting opportunity. In the deepest of dynasty leagues, Richardson Sr. could be worth buying and stashing in a bench spot while his value is at its lowest.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Does DJ Giddens Carry Dynasty Buy-Low Appeal into 2026?
After being drafted in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, Indianapolis Colts running back DJ Giddens spent most of his rookie year as an afterthought in his team's offense. Giddens spent a significant portion of the season as a healthy scratch on game days and finished the year with just 96 yards from scrimmage on 26 touches across nine contests. As long as star Colts running back Jonathan Taylor can stay healthy, Giddens has no path to fantasy-relevant production in Indianapolis. However, the 22-year-old appears to have a clear path to the Colts RB2 role, with 2026 seventh-rounder Seth McGowan currently profiling as his strongest competition. Should Giddens emerge as the primary backup in Indianapolis, he would carry obvious handcuff appeal behind Taylor, who has amassed 690 touches over the past two seasons. In deeper dynasty leagues, Giddens could be a worthy buy-low candidate.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
AJ Barner Enters 2026 as a Dynasty Sell-High Candidate
Across 17 games in 2025, Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner recorded 52 receptions for 519 yards and six touchdowns on 68 targets. The 24-year-old also recorded 10 carries and scored a touchdown with his legs, as the Seahawks frequently lined him up under center to operate quarterback sneaks. While Barner should continue to play a role in the Seattle offense in 2026, there's reason to believe his fantasy value may have peaked in 2025. Even in a relative breakout year, Barner averaged just four targets per game. He doesn't bring much explosiveness down the field either, as he's averaged 9.3 yards per catch on 82 career receptions. Finally, Seattle may look to shift more of its receiving work in 2026 to second-year tight end Elijah Arroyo, whom the team selected in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. In dynasty formats, managers may want to consider cashing in their Barner stock ahead of the 2026 season.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chase Dollander Shut Down for 2-3 Weeks
Colorado Rockies manager Warren Schaefer said that right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for two to three weeks, according to MLB.com. Dollander left his last start on May 14 in the second inning with right-elbow tightness and was placed on the 15-day injured list the following day with a right-elbow sprain. His return is to be determined, and in a best-case scenario, Dollander probably won't be ready to return until late June. It's a tough break for the Rockies and fantasy managers, since the former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of Tennessee was making strides in his first full year in the big leagues with a 3.89 ERA (4.18 FIP) and 1.29 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 18 walks in 44 innings across 10 appearances (three starts). Most of Dollander's outings had come in a bulk-relief role following an opener. Before his elbow injury, the hard-throwing Dollander had become a popular waiver-wire pickup, but he's now rostered in only 16% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Is Josh Jacobs at the Peak of His Dynasty Value?
Across two seasons since signing with the Green Bay Packers, running back Josh Jacobs has collected just under 2,900 yards from scrimmage and 30 touchdowns. Green Bay has leaned on Jacobs as its workhorse back, and he's delivered in a big way. Jacobs could play an even larger role in the Packers' offense in 2026, as the team let running back Emanuel Wilson walk in free agency and currently has the unproven duo of Chris Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd penciled in as its backup running backs. However, Jacobs is now entering his age-28 campaign and has accumulated significant mileage on his legs, having recorded at least 260 touches in all seven of his NFL seasons. Heading into 2026, dynasty managers may want to consider selling Jacobs at what could be the peak of his value.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
MacKenzie Gore "Trending" Toward Making his Next Start on Sunday
Imaging on Texas Rangers left-hander MacKenzie Gore's lat came back clean, and he's "trending" toward making his next scheduled start on Sunday in Anaheim against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels, according to Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. The 27-year-old southpaw was pulled after just one inning in his latest start on Monday versus the Colorado Rockies when his lat tightened up on him, but it looks like he has avoided anything serious, and he shouldn't have to miss a turn through Texas' starting rotation. The bad news is that Gore has had a rough go of it in his first year with the Rangers, giving up two more earned runs on Monday. He is sporting a 3-4 record with a 4.78 ERA (3.99 FIP), 1.33 WHIP, and 55:24 K:BB in 49 innings across his first 10 starts in 2026. Gore will be a riskier fantasy option this weekend in Anaheim, but it will be hard to ignore him in starting lineups because of the matchup. The Angels were nearly no-hit by A's starter J.T. Ginn a few days ago, and they currently rank 25th in baseball with a .686 OPS. The Angels also lead the league with 476 strikeouts.
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Shawn McFarland
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Shawn McFarland
Lincoln Riley Believes USC is Ready for Playoff Run
Entering Year 5 with the program, USC head coach Lincoln Riley believes his team is ready to make a run at the College Football Playoff. "We have absolutely taken steps now," Lincoln Riley said, per Adam Rittenberg of ESPN. "Honestly, now it's just time to go do it. It's time. The program's ready for it." Riley got out to a hot start in Los Angeles, posting an 11-1 regular-season record behind Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Caleb Williams. However, the Trojans are 24-15 over the last three seasons and have not been close to the College Football Playoff discussion by season's end. After winning 55 games and four Big 12 titles in five seasons with Oklahoma, questions have been raised about his ability to replicate the success at USC. He enters 2026 with second-year quarterback Jayden Maiava, but the Trojans will have their work cut out for them with Oregon, Washington, Penn State, Ohio State, and Indiana on the schedule this fall.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Masyn Winn Returns From Knee Injury on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the division-rival Pittsburgh Pirates after an MRI exam on his left knee came back clean, according to MLB.com. Winn is back at the 6 and is batting sixth against Pirates right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski at Busch Stadium. A left-knee injury kept Winn out of the starting nine for Tuesday's series opener against the Bucs, but he's back in there a day later for Game 2 of the series in St. Louis. The 24-year-old hasn't been much to look at so far in 2024 from a fantasy perspective, as he's slashing a mediocre .255/.331/.353 with a .684 OPS, just one home run, 17 RBI, 18 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 41 games and 175 plate appearances. The former second-rounder does have a hit in five of his last six games, though, going 6-for-22 (.273) over that span with two doubles, an RBI, and two runs scored. Winn is hitting .333 with a .666 OPS in a small sample size of just six career at-bats against Mlodzinski.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Miguel Vargas' X-Rays Come Back Clean, Sitting Out on Wednesday
Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable told White Sox reporter Brooke Fletcher that third baseman Miguel Vargas' (hand) X-rays came back negative, but he will not be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest in Seattle against the Mariners. Vargas is receiving treatment and could potentially be available off the bench for a pinch-hit situation. Shortstop Colson Montgomery will shift over to the hot corner and bat cleanup, with Luisangel Acuna playing the 6 and hitting in the nine-hole on Wednesday against Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock. Vargas was hit by a pitch on his hand during Tuesday's victory at T-Mobile Park, and he was able to stay in the game. However, he's probably a little sore, and Venable noted that the starting third baseman was due for a day off anyway. The 26-year-old Cuban can be an asset in deep-mixed fantasy leagues for his power production. Vargas is currently hitting .237 (40-for-169) with 11 homers, 29 RBI, seven steals, and 35 runs scored in his first 47 games across 206 plate appearances in 2026.
Source: Brooke Fletcher
Source: Brooke Fletcher
Notre Dame-Stanford Rivalry Renewed Through 2028
Notre Dame announced that the rivalry series against Stanford has been extended through 2028, according to On3. The two programs are scheduled to meet this October in South Bend. They will face off on November 27, 2027, at Stanford Stadium and on October 14, 2028, at Notre Dame Stadium. Any time a historical rivalry is extended, it's a win for college football fans in the modern era dominated by realignment. The Irish and the Cardinal have squared off 39 times, beginning in 1925. Notre Dame has the advantage in the all-time series record, winning 24 meetings (2012 win vacated).
Source: On3
Source: On3
Ahmad Hardy Says He's "Back to the Road to Success"
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy (leg) is back in Columbia and is beginning his rehab process 10 days after suffering a gunshot wound at a concert in Mississippi. The 20-year-old's status for the 2026 campaign is still up in the air, but he took to X on Wednesday with a positive update. "I want to thank everybody for all the support and all of y'all prayers," Hardy said. "Thank everybody for everything, and I'm back on the road to success." In just two seasons of college football at Louisiana-Monroe and Mizzou, Hardy has tallied 2,911 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns. He has earned consensus All-American, SEC Newcomer of the Year, Sun Belt Freshman of the Year, First-Team All-SEC, and First-Team All Sun Belt honors.
Source: Mizzou Football on X
Source: Mizzou Football on X
J.P. Crawford Scratched on Wednesday With Triceps Soreness
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (triceps) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the visiting Chicago White Sox due to a sore triceps muscle, according to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. It was bothering Crawford when he tried to play catch. Rookie infielder Colt Emerson will take over at the 6 and will bat eighth, with Patrick Wisdom slotting in at third base and seventh in the batting order versus White Sox right-hander Sean Burke. The injury stems from when Crawford was hit by a pitch in Sunday's series finale against the San Diego Padres, forcing him from that contest early. It's still bothering him a bit, but he should be able to return for Friday's series opener against the Kansas City Royals after a scheduled day off on Thursday. For now, fantasy managers should consider Crawford day-to-day. The 31-year-old veteran offers very minimal power and speed, mostly making him a fantasy option for middle-infield depth in deeper fantasy baseball formats. Crawford is hitting only .210 (30-for-143) on the year with six home runs, 16 RBI, 23 runs scored, and a stolen base for the M's.
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
