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Derwin James Jr. Becomes Highest-Paid Safety for the Second Time in his Career
Los Angeles Chargers five-time Pro Bowl selection Derwin James Jr. became the highest-paid safety for the second time in his career on Tuesday after agreeing to a three-year, $25.2 million per year contract extension that includes $57.5 million guaranteed, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The 29-year-old strong safety dealt with injuries early in his career after the Bolts selected him with the 17th overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft out of Florida State, but he quickly bounced back after getting healthy and has been one of the best all-around safeties in the game in his seven years with the Chargers. James has had 100-plus combined tackles four times in his career, and he had 94 tackles (50 solo) with two sacks, six tackles for loss, eight QB hits, a career-high three interceptions, seven pass breakups, and a forced fumble in 16 regular-season starts in 2025. He finished as the No. 20 defensive back in IDP fantasy formats and should once again be in play as an every-week starting DB in those formats in 2026 in his eighth year in the league as a catalyst for L.A's defense.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Chris Brooks Emerging as Top Handcuff to Stash?
Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks could be emerging as a top handcuff to stash in fantasy football leagues after news broke on Tuesday that starting RB Josh Jacobs has been arrested and booked into jail on five charges, including domestic abuse. If Jacobs is eventually suspended by the NFL to begin the 2026 season, both Brooks' and MarShawn Lloyd's short-term fantasy value for the upcoming season could skyrocket with Emanuel Wilson now out of town. The 26-year-old Brooks, a former undrafted free agent out of BYU, began his NFL career with the Miami Dolphins in 2023, but he has spent the last two seasons in Green Bay. In 32 games (zero starts) with the Packers, he has seen 63 carries for 289 yards (4.6 yards per tote) and one touchdown on the ground, adding 24 catches for 160 yards and no TDs as a pass-catcher. Because of Lloyd's lengthy injury history, Brooks is ranked a tad higher (No. 71 RB) in half-PPR formats for the 2026 campaign. Brooks could be Green Bay's go-to back if Jacobs is hit with a suspension.
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
MarShawn Lloyd Sees Short-Term Value Soar
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd could see his short-term fantasy value soar going into drafts this summer after the news broke on Tuesday that starting RB Josh Jacobs has been arrested and booked into jail on five charges, including domestic abuse. Lloyd has been a bust so far in his NFL career after the Packers selected him in the third round of the 2024 draft out of USC. Due to injuries, the 25-year-old has played in just one game in Green Bay back in his rookie campaign. But with Jacobs now potentially facing a lengthy suspension to begin the 2026 season, depending on how the legal process plays out, both Lloyd and Chris Brooks could be elevated to much bigger roles in the Packers' backfield. RotoBaller currently has Lloyd ranked as the No. 76 RB in half-PPR formats for the 2026 season, but his ranking could rise dramatically if Jacobs is eventually suspended by the NFL. Stay tuned for more on this situation and how it might affect the Packers' RB pecking order.
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
Griffin Jax Leaves Early With Back Contusion, Considered Day-to-Day
Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Griffin Jax (back) was hit by a comebacker on Tuesday in his start against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles and was forced to exit the game early due to a back contusion, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Jax is considered day-to-day after taking a 107.2 mph line drive off his back in the second inning. The 31-year-old tried to stay in the game, but he only made it through two frames before being pulled and ended up allowing three unearned runs on three hits while walking none and striking out three. We won't know more about whether Jax can make his next scheduled start until after he goes for testing. Jax began the year in Tampa as their closer with Edwin Uceta (shoulder) out, but he quickly was demoted from the closer's role after blowing each of his first two save chances. Tampa has transitioned Jax to a starting role, with Tuesday being his sixth start. He's been much more effective as a starter, going into Tuesday's game with only four runs (three earned) allowed with eight walks and 14 strikeouts in 19 innings over five starts.
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin
Max Muncy Missing Fourth Straight Game With Wrist Injury
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (wrist) is out for a fourth straight game as the Dodgers take on the division-rival Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium, according to MLB.com. And for the second straight day, Enrique Hernandez will start at third base and bat ninth against Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland. Muncy has not played since he was hit by a pitch on his wrist on Friday against the Milwaukee Brewers, but manager Dave Roberts said the team hopes that he will return for Wednesday's contest against Colorado. However, if Muncy cannot return soon, he could be forced to the injured list. Hernandez just returned from the IL to make his season debut on Monday, and he had two hits and an RBI. The 34-year-old Puerto Rican isn't a great DFS play in the nine-hole, though, and he's hit just .160 with a .481 OPS and four RBI in 25 career at-bats against Freeland. Muncy has struggled at the plate of late before his wrist injury, going 8-for-44 (.182) with three homers, a double, six RBI, 11 runs scored, six walks, and 16 K's to drop his season line to .258/.363/.515.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jared McCain Moves into Starting Five
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain will move into the starting five ahead of Tuesday's Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs. McCain will make his first start of the series with Ajay Mitchell (calf) and Jalen Williams (hamstring) both ruled out. The Thunder are looking to bounce back after losing Game 4. They'll shake up their lineup and insert McCain over Cason Wallace. Between the two, McCain has more scoring potential, but Wallace is better defensively. McCain could be an interesting DFS option with him moving into the starting unit on Tuesday.
Source: Brandon Rahbar
Source: Brandon Rahbar
Joe Mazzulla Wins Coach of the Year
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla won the 2025-2026 Coach of the Year award on Tuesday. This is a well-deserved honor after what Mazzulla accomplished this season. The Celtics came into the season with low expectations, knowing they were going to be without Jayson Tatum for the majority of the year. Despite being without arguably their best player, the Celtics found a way to win 56 games and finished with the second-most wins in the East. Mazzulla will take home this award because he was able to get the most out of this team, which is impressive given the circumstances. He'll head into next season with higher expectations and a fully healthy Tatum and Jaylen Brown to begin the year.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jalen Williams is Ruled Out for Game 5 on Tuesday
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) has been officially ruled out ahead of Tuesday's Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs. Williams hasn't played since he re-aggravated his hamstring during Game 2 of this series. The hope is that Williams can get back on the court before this series is over. The Thunder will also be without Ajay Mitchell (calf) for Tuesday's contest. That should mean Cason Wallace and Jared McCain take on bigger roles in the rotation. Neither has been a great fantasy option, but Wallace might have the edge, assuming he moves into the starting five once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Bucky Irving is Expected to be Ready for Training Camp
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (shoulder) continues to recover from offseason surgery but is not expected to face many limitations during training camp. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the lead running back is not expected to participate in the upcoming min-camp but will "likely" be ready for training camp at some point. While this report does not suggest the former Oregon standout will enter camp with a clean bill of health, he is trending in the right direction. Last season, Irving had a disappointing sophomore season, appearing in just 10 games, and saw his production decline sharply after suffering this injury. Over his last six contests, he averaged a mere 11.2 PPR points per game, a stark decline from the 18.5 PPR points per game he averaged from Weeks 1 through 4. Managers should continue to monitor his status over the summer, but he should be at full strength come the start of the season. If his workload were to be limited, newly signed Kenneth Gainwell will likely take on RB1 duties.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Zion Williamson to See More Versatile Role
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is expected to be used in a variety of different ways next season. New head coach Jamahl Mosley recently said he wants to help tap into Williamson's full potential. He continued by saying Williamson is a high-IQ player who can handle more playmaking responsibilities. Last season, Williamson averaged 21.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.2 assists across 29.7 minutes per game in 62 contests. It sounds like Mosley is willing to give Williamson more responsibility on the court, which should mean higher fantasy value. The biggest problem has been keeping Williamson on the court. He has only played more than 60 games in a single season three times during his NBA career.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jaguars Think Parker Washington Can Replicate Second-Half Production
According to Jaguars offensive coordinator Grant Udinski, the team believes wide receiver Parker Washington is capable of replicating his dominant second-half production. Coach Udinski also noted that the staff believes the young wideout could take another step forward in 2026. After a quiet start to the season where he averaged just 6.4 PPR points over his first seven contests, the 24-year-old emerged as a legit league-winner in the second half, averaging an elite 14.2 PPR points per game over his last nine games. During this stretch, Washington found the back of the end zone four times and drew an impressive 6.8 targets per game despite sharing the field with Jakobi Meyers and Brian Thomas Jr. While Washington will face similar target competition once again in 2026, he began to establish a true connection with Trevor Lawrence. Managers should continue to monitor his usage in training camp, as he could be set up for a complete breakout campaign if he can carry this momentum into the new season.
Source: Jacksonville Jaguars
Source: Jacksonville Jaguars
Kenny Atkinson to Remain Cavaliers Head Coach Next Season
Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson is expected to remain with the organization for the 2026-2027 season. There was speculation that the Cavs would let go of Atkinson following the team's poor performance against the New York Knicks in the Conference Finals. The Cavs blew a 22-point lead in Game 1 of that series and were eventually swept by the Knicks. Despite a tough ending, Atkinson is expected to return for a third season with the Cavs. The front office has some big decisions to make regarding the status of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. Regardless of the roster construction, Atkinson should be back next season.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Josh Jacobs Arrested on Five Charges, Booked Into Jail
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been arrested on five charges and booked into the Brown County Jail earlier on Tuesday, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. According to the report, the running back has been charged with battery, criminal damage of property, disorderly conduct, strangulation and suffocation, and intimidation of a victim. While the league has yet to issue an official statement on the event, fantasy managers should closely monitor the situation, as he may be handed some form of punishment. Last season, Jacobs continued to operate as Green Bay's lead running back, punching in 13 scores on the ground while totaling 929 rushing yards. In the event Jacobs is forced to miss time due to a suspension, MarShawn Lloyd and Chris Brooks will likely operate as the lead backs on the roster.
Source: Matt Schneidman
Source: Matt Schneidman
Claude Giroux Planning to Return for 20th NHL Campaign
Ottawa Senators forward Claude Giroux is ready to continue his NHL career, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reports. "I was told Monday that the 38-year-old forward, an unrestricted free agent on July 1, has decided he wants to come back and play another season," LeBrun wrote in The Athletic. Giroux has spent four seasons in Ottawa and played on a one-year, $2 million deal in 2025-26. The Senators received decent value for their money, as Giroux ranked second on the team with a plus-20 rating and had 49 points (14 goals, 35 assists) in 82 games. Midway through next season, Giroux will turn 39, but he looks capable of flirting with another 50-point campaign, whether in Ottawa or elsewhere.
Source: Pierre LeBrun
Source: Pierre LeBrun
Cardinals Receiving Trade Calls on Josh Sweat
The Arizona Cardinals have received trade calls on Pro Bowl defensive end Josh Sweat, sources told Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. Sweat recorded a career-high 12 sacks in his first year in the desert in 2025 and had a close relationship with former head coach Jonathan Gannon, who was fired following last season. The 29-year-old pass-rusher also had 30 tackles (20 solo), 13 tackles for loss, 17 QB hits, four forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery in 17 starts for the Cardinals in his eighth year in the NFL. The Cardinals gave Sweat a four-year, $76.4 million deal in free agency last March after he spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, but they could be moving on from him after just one season. Sweat finished tied for eighth in the NFL in sacks in 2025 and finished as the No. 20 defensive lineman in IDP fantasy formats.
Source: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
Source: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
Carter Hart Aiming for Sixth Consecutive Win Tuesday
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart will look to extend his winning streak to six games on Tuesday night against the Colorado Avalanche. He hasn't suffered any defeats since Game 5 of the second-round matchup with the Anaheim Ducks, allowing more than two goals just once. Thanks to this hot streak, Hart boasts an impressive 11-4 postseason record. He has allowed 2.30 goals with a .923 save percentage. Before facing Vegas, the Avalanche averaged 4.11 goals in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but Hart has limited Nathan MacKinnon's crew to just 2.00 goals per game.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Tetairoa McMillan Working With the Training Staff on Tuesday
Carolina Panthers second-year wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (undisclosed) is not practicing with the rest of the team during OTA practice on Tuesday and is working with the training staff, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. The Panthers haven't announced a specific injury for McMillan, but it's expected to be a minor ailment as the club begins their OTAs this week. The 23-year-old impressed in his first year in the NFL in 2025 after Carolina selected him with the eighth overall pick out of the University of Arizona. McMillan quickly developed a strong relationship with quarterback Bryce Young and was his go-to target all year, leading the team with 70 receptions, 1,014 yards, and seven touchdowns on 122 targets across 17 regular-season starts. He finished as the WR15 in half-PPR scoring and will be a high-end WR2 target in fantasy drafts this fall with upside to become a true WR1 in his sophomore season for the Panthers. The arrow is pointing directly up after McMillan was named the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2025.
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Evgeni Malkin Inks New One-Year Deal With Penguins
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin will remain with the team for one more year. The veteran star was headed for unrestricted free agency before agreeing to a one-year, $5.5 million deal with Pittsburgh. According to TSN's Chris Johnston, Malkin's new contract includes several bonuses, including $1 million if the Penguins make the playoffs. The deal has a maximum value of $9 million. Malkin is coming off a contract with a $6.1 million cap hit. In 2025-26, Malkin averaged at least a point per game for the first time in three seasons. He finished with 19 goals and 42 assists in 56 games. Unfortunately, health issues meant Malkin struggled to stay in the lineup, but he proved he's still a difference-maker on offense near age 40.
Source: TSN
Source: TSN
White Sox Prospect Billy Carlson Suffers Fractured Thumb
Chicago White Sox shortstop Billy Carlson (thumb), who is ranked by MLB Pipeline as the team's No. 5 prospect, suffered a non-displaced fracture of the tip of his left thumb while scoring during a game on May 23, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Carlson's thumb will be placed in a splint, and he's expected to need four to six weeks to heal. The 19-year-old was the 10th overall pick in last year's June draft out of Corona High School in California. In his first 39 games as a professional this year for Single-A Kannapolis, Carlson has hit .257/.386/.340 with a .727 OPS, no homers, 10 doubles, 11 RBI, eight stolen bases, and 25 runs scored across 177 plate appearances. Carlson obviously still has a lot of developing to do on the farm, and he's a defense-first prospect at the moment. At the plate, he tends to get overly aggressive with a long swing, which isn't a recipe for success. In dynasty/keeper leagues, he's merely a name to watch.
Source: MLB.com - Scott Merkin
Source: MLB.com - Scott Merkin
Mackenzie Blackwood in Net for Game 4 Against Golden Knights
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood will start Game 4 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. Scott Wedgewood has struggled against Vegas, recording a .877 save percentage, prompting Colorado to make a change in goal with elimination looming. Blackwood has seen action in three playoff games, posting a 1-0 record, a 3.20 goals-against average, and a .872 save percentage. He lost his lone start 3-2 in overtime against Vegas during the regular season, finishing with a .897 save percentage after facing 29 SOG.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Spencer Schwellenbach Does Some Light Tossing on Tuesday
Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach (elbow) is with the team in Boston this week and did some light throwing at Fenway Park on Tuesday, according to Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Schwellenbach is only throwing on flat ground right now, but it's progress after he underwent surgery back in February to remove bone spurs from his right elbow. The 25-year-old former second-round pick in 2021 out of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has already been ruled out for the first half of the 2026 season through the All-Star break in mid-July, but that doesn't mean he's not a stash candidate in fantasy baseball leagues. Schwellenbach was really impressive for the Braves in his first two years in the majors in 2024 and 2025, going 15-11 with a 3.23 ERA (3.27 FIP) and 1.01 WHIP with a 25.2% strikeout rate and 4.4% walk rate. He's one of the better upside stashes among pitchers at this juncture, and he's available in 70% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Chad Bishop
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Chad Bishop
Valeri Nichushkin a Game-Time Call Tuesday
Colorado Avalanche winger Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) is a game-time decision against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. The Russian forward sustained a lower-body injury in Game 3 and did not participate in Tuesday's optional morning skate. Nathan MacKinnon (lower body) also sat out the morning skate but is expected to play. Having Nichushkin available would be a further boost for the Avalanche, who face elimination on Tuesday night. He has one goal in three games in the series, though Nichushkin has been quiet for much of the postseason. In 12 outings, he has recorded four points (two goals, two assists). Joel Kiviranta will likely enter the lineup if Nichushkin is ultimately ruled out.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Quinn Priester to Make his Next Rehab Start on Wednesday
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester (shoulder) will make his next minor-league rehab start on Wednesday with Triple-A Nashville and is scheduled for five ups or 80 to 85 pitches, according to Brewer Fanatic's Jack Stern. Priester recently restarted a rehab assignment with Nashville last week and didn't look great, allowing five earned runs on five hits while walking three in three innings. It was an improvement over the 26-year-old's previous start with High-A Wisconsin, though, when he surrendered seven earned runs in just 1 1/3 innings of work. It's good news that Priester will ramp up his workload this week, but the former first-rounder's results in the minors as he works his way back from thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms haven't been very encouraging. In five rehab starts, he has an eye-popping 20.25 ERA and 3.32 WHIP with nine strikeouts and 14 walks in 9 1/3 frames. Until Priester can get his control in check, he won't be an attractive stash candidate for fantasy managers in mixed leagues. He's currently rostered in only 16% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Brewer Fanatic - Jack Stern
Source: Brewer Fanatic - Jack Stern
Nathan MacKinnon Will Suit Up Tuesday
Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (lower body) will play in Game 4 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. After suffering a lower-body injury, MacKinnon was used sparingly in the third period of Game 3, and it was initially unclear whether he would be available for Game 4. According to Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar, the star forward felt much better on Tuesday morning and is expected to play in all situations. MacKinnon leads the Avalanche with seven goals and 15 points in 12 postseason games. He has gone scoreless only once in his last nine appearances.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Brandon Woodruff to Throw Live Batting Practice Next Week
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff (shoulder) will throw a live batting practice session of four ups or 60 pitches next week, according to Jack Stern of Brewer Fanatic. Woodruff is making slow progress after landing on the 15-day injured list in late April with what the team called right-shoulder inflammation. The 33-year-old veteran wasn't pitching terribly before going on the IL, but the two-time All-Star's velocity was noticeably down, and the team initially believed he was dealing with a dead-arm phase. It's worth noting that Woodruff got a late start to the 2025 season after recovering from right-shoulder surgery that wiped out his entire 2024 campaign. While his latest shoulder issue isn't necessarily related, it's more concerning since he recently had surgery on the same arm. It's unclear if Woodruff will need to eventually go on a minor-league rehab assignment, but the Brewers could really use him back after just placing Logan Henderson (back) on the IL. For his track record alone as a fantasy ace before his shoulder issues, Woodruff is worth stashing while he recovers. He is rostered in 87% of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: Brewer Fanatic - Jack Stern
Source: Brewer Fanatic - Jack Stern
Is it Time for Dynasty Managers to Drop Jerome Ford?
After spending the first four years of his career with the Cleveland Browns, veteran running back Jerome Ford signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders for the 2026 season. Ford is coming off a down year in Cleveland, as he collected just 176 yards from scrimmage on 50 touches across 13 games played. The Commanders' backfield is unsettled at the top entering 2026, and could offer Ford a chance to reclaim significant playing time. However, Washington has several capable backs between Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Rachaad White, Jeremy McNichols, and 2026 sixth-rounder Kaytron Allen. Given the crowded depth chart around him, Ford could completely fall out of the mix for backfield touches early on in 2026. In dynasty formats, fantasy managers should consider moving on from Ford as he enters his age-27 season.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Josh Jung Returns From Shoulder Injury to Face Houston on Tuesday
The Texas Rangers really missed third baseman Josh Jung (shoulder) when they were no-hit by three different pitchers in Monday's loss at Globe Life Field to the Houston Astros. Jung will re-enter the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against Astros right-hander Jason Alexander after missing the last two games with a left-shoulder injury that he suffered on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels. He is back at third base and will hit cleanup on Tuesday. Fantasy managers will want to get the 28-year-old right-handed slugger back in their lineups in all traditional formats, as the former eighth overall pick out of Texas Tech in 2019 has been one of the most consistent hitters in baseball this year. He enters Tuesday's tilt against the Astros with a .302/.357/.462 slash line, .818 OPS, five home runs, 21 RBI, 22 runs, and a steal in 182 at-bats. Jung has only faced Alexander twice in his career, but he has a home run and two RBI against him.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
John Metchie III Poised for Breakout Season with New Team in 2026?
Entering 2026, Carolina Panthers wide receiver John Metchie III will be playing for his fourth team in four NFL seasons. The 25-year-old started 2025 with the Philadelphia Eagles, earning just four targets across seven games with the team. A midseason trade to the New York Jets allowed him more playing time, and he hauled in 29 catches for 256 yards and two scores on 44 targets across nine games with New York. With the Panthers, Metchie III's playing time is far from guaranteed. However, outside of 2025 first-round wideout Tetairoa McMillan, no Carolina wideout has ever recorded 50 receptions in a season. Metchie III should also have existing chemistry with Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, as the two of them played their college football together at the University of Alabama. In deeper dynasty formats, Metchie III could be a worthy buy-low dart throw for fantasy managers entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Hunter Greene Throws Successful Bullpen on Tuesday
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (elbow) threw his first bullpen session on Tuesday, and it went well, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Greene, who is currently on the 60-day injured list, is on the mend from surgery he had in mid-March during spring training to remove bone chips from his right elbow. It's a positive step, but the hard-throwing right-hander will likely need at least a handful of bullpen sessions before the Reds clear him to face live hitters. Eventually, he'll also require a minor-league rehab assignment. In a best-case scenario, Greene is probably around a month away from returning to Cincy's starting rotation to make his 2026 season debut. Despite the lengthy absence, the 26-year-old former second overall pick in 2017 is a strong stash candidate in fantasy baseball leagues for his ace upside when he's healthy. He is currently rostered in only 62% of Yahoo leagues, and fantasy managers may want to consider picking him up sooner rather than later. Greene could be a difference-maker in the second half of 2026.
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Source: FOX 19 - Charlie Goldsmith
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Still Out With Elbow Injury
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (elbow) will miss a second straight start on Tuesday due to a right-elbow contusion against the visiting Miami Marlins, according to MLB.com. Lenyn Sosa will make another start at first base at Rogers Centre and will bat ninth against Marlins right-hander Sergio Alcantara. Guerrero is day-to-day after being hit by a pitch in Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, and he was available off the bench in Monday's series opener against the Fish, although he did not get into the game. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Wednesday to see if Vlad is back in action for the Jays. Those setting DFS lineups will want to steer clear of Sosa at the bottom of the batting order. He's also hitless in four career at-bats against Alcantara. Guerrero is in the 81st percentile in xwOBA on the year and is hitting a solid .287 (54-for-188), but he has just three home runs in 53 games and is in just the 57th percentile in hard-hit rate. There's still time to turn things around, but fantasy managers may begin to panic soon.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
