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Connor Prielipp's Fantasy Stock Rising Despite Weekend Loss
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Connor Prieplipp was handed the loss on Saturday, but still looked like a fantasy star in the making. In his fifth MLB start, Prielipp went six innings, allowing two runs (one earned), three hits, two walks, and striking out eight. The rookie now has a 1-2 record with 29 strikeouts, a 2.88 ERA, and 0.96 WHIP. With starters Mick Abel (elbow/triceps) and Taj Bradley (pectoral) still on the injured list, Prielipp's spot in Minnesota's rotation is secure for the time being. The Twins are going to be careful with their fifth-ranked prospect, as the 25-year-old peaked at 82.2 IP in the minors last season, and his May 16 start was only the second time he has lasted six innings. Still, the youngster offers plenty of strikeout potential on a slider-fastball combo that generated a 13.0% swinging strike rate in Triple-A this season before his promotion.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ryan Zeferjahn Rising In Angels Bullpen?
Los Angeles Angels Reliever Ryan Zeferjahn is looking like the favorite for ninth-inning duties as of late. The 28-year-old locked up the Halos' most recent save back on May 5, and has been one of the team's only effective arms out of the bullpen this season. Zeferjahn has taken his share of lumps already this season and currently sports a 4.15 ERA, but in his last four appearances has allowed zero runs, one hit, and three walks to eight strikeouts. The hard-throwing righty is striking out batters at a 32.2% clip, and he has excelled at limiting hard contact. Save opportunities for the Angels will come few and far between, but Zeferjahn could be of use for fantasy managers needing help in the category.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
J.P. Crawford Leaves Early After HBP
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (arm) left Sunday's contest against the Padres early after getting hit by a pitch in the third inning. San Diego pitcher Lucas Giolito caught Crawford with a 92 MPH fastball on the right tricep. Crawford stayed in the game but was pulled ahead of the fifth inning and replaced at shortstop by Leo Rivas. Per Daniel Kramer, Crawford was left with a contusion that made extending his arm difficult. So far this season, Crawford has been lagging behind his expected stats, hitting just .216 compared to his xBA of .263. If he misses time, Rivas doesn't have much more to offer fantasy managers, as he is slashing a meager .131/.263/.172.
Source: Daniel Kramer
Source: Daniel Kramer
Brendan Donovan Returns To Injured List
Seattle Mariners infielder Brendan Donovan (groin) was placed on the 10-day injured list on May 17 due to a left groin strain. Donovan only recently returned from a stint on the injured list, also due to a groin strain, that lasted from April 20 to May 5. Per Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Donovan will be receiving two PRP injections, one in his groin and one in his adductor muscle, to aid in his recovery, and the Mariners hope to see him back in two to three weeks. Donovan's presence in the lineup will be missed. In 24 games played this season, he has a healthy triple-slash of .274/.386/.452 with three home runs. His absence clears the way for star prospect Colt Emerson to operate as Seattle's primary third baseman. Emerson was promoted and made his MLB debut on Sunday, going 0-for-2 with a walk and one run scored.
Source: Ryan Divish
Source: Ryan Divish
Kevin Huerter Active on Sunday Night
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Kevin Huerter (adductor) will be in the lineup on Sunday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's been cleared for Game 7 after initially being considered questionable for the contest due to an adductor strain. Duncan Robinson (back) and Caris LeVert (heel) have also received the green light to play, meaning Huerter isn't expected to have a significant role on Sunday. He was also active in Game 6 but didn't leave the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Duncan Robinson, Caris LeVert Available Sunday
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Duncan Robinson (back) and guard/forward Caris LeVert (heel) have been cleared to play in Game 7 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Both players were listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Robinson and LeVert combined for 22 points and five assists off the bench in Game 6. Having filled significant roles in the rotation, they'll need to stay productive on Sunday if the Pistons are to reach their first Conference Finals since 2008.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Max Strus Replaces Dean Wade in Starting Lineup Sunday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus will start Sunday's Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons. Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson has decided to tweak his starting unit for this crucial clash, replacing Dean Wade with Strus. Wade has been very quiet throughout the series and finished scoreless in Games 4 and 5. Strus also started a pair of games during the first-round series against Toronto. He's averaging 10.2 points and 5.3 rebounds with 38.2% three-point efficiency in the playoffs. A starting role makes Strus a more attractive DFS option on Sunday.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
Luke Kornet Iffy for Monday
San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet (foot) is considered questionable for Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday. The veteran big man has been added to the injury report due to left foot soreness. Kornet, who's reached the Conference Finals for the fourth time in five years, has done a good job as San Antonio's backup center. He's averaging 5.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in 16.5 minutes per game this postseason. While losing Kornet from the rotation would be a blow to San Antonio, the team has ample depth at the center position behind Victor Wembanyama, with fellow veterans Mason Plumlee, Kelly Olynyk, and Bismack Biyombo.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. Won't Play Sunday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (illness) won't be in action on Sunday night against the Detroit Pistons. He will sit out a second consecutive contest due to illness. Nance Jr. has averaged just 2.5 minutes across two postseason games, so he's simply been a warm body on the bench. His absence won't affect Cleveland's rotation. The starting frontcourt of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley should carry a heavy workload in Sunday's do-or-die matchup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
De'Aaron Fox Listed as Questionable for Monday's Action
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is listed as questionable for the Western Conference Finals opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. This isn't surprising, as Fox has recently dealt with soreness in his right ankle. It doesn't appear to be a big issue, but if Fox has to miss time, the Spurs will rely more on Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper in the backcourt. His absence could also increase the workload for Keldon Johnson, who has been limited to 18.5 minutes a night in the playoffs.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jalen Williams Officially Available for Game 1 Against Spurs
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday. Williams injured his left hamstring in the second game of the postseason and sat out the entire second-round matchup against the Lakers. However, he has now been officially cleared to return after Williams noted earlier this week that he's "healthy" for the start of the Conference Finals. Williams' return will hurt Ajay Mitchell's fantasy stock the most, as he will be bumped to the second unit. It will also affect Chet Holmgren, who's had more offensive responsibilities without Williams.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Named MVP for Second Straight Year
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named the 2025-26 NBA MVP, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. He became the 14th player in history to win the MVP award in back-to-back years. Gilgeous-Alexander beat out Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. The Canadian star was also named the Clutch Player of the Year this season. While leading the Thunder to a league-best 64-18 record, Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.6 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. He's developed into a fantasy stud during his time in Oklahoma City, and at 27, Gilgeous-Alexander's prime is far from over.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Corey Seager Heading to See Back Specialist
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (back) was absent from the starting lineup for the third straight game on Sunday. The team is still calling the injury minor, but Seager did undergo an MRI over the weekend. Seager is now heading back to Arlington to see a back specialist about his injury. With that being said, Seager won't be available for the first game of the series in Colorado, starting on Monday. Ezequiel Duran has made multiple starts at shortstop and figures to continue holding down the fort until Seager is ready to return. Fantasy managers will need to check back for another update on Seager, but he'll likely still miss a few more games.
Source: Jeff Wilson
Source: Jeff Wilson
Masyn Winn Exits with Knee Discomfort
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) was forced to make an early exit from Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Winn appeared to tweak his knee while running out a fielder's choice in the seventh inning. He was pulled out of the game for a pinch-hitter and will undergo further testing. Winn finished the day going 1-for-2 at the plate with a single and a hit by pitch. If Winn does end up missing any action, Cesar Prieto would likely get a chance to play some shortstop. Fantasy managers will need to check back for another update on Winn's status.
Source: Jeff Jones
Source: Jeff Jones
Kyle Teel Suffers Setback During Rehab Game
Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel (hamstring, knee) suffered a setback during a rehab game at Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday. Teel reportedly tweaked his knee while taking a swing during Saturday's game. He appeared to be nearing his season debut, but will now need a few more games to ramp up. The White Sox plan to re-evaluate him on Tuesday, so fantasy managers should get a better idea of his timetable after that. The hope is that he'll be back in the mix on the South Side by the end of May. Teel hasn't played this season due to injury, but is worth a look in deep leagues once he's ready to play in the big leagues.
Source: Scott Merkin
Source: Scott Merkin
Roman Anthony to Begin Swinging the Bat on Monday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony (wrist) is scheduled to begin swinging the bat by hitting flips on Monday, according to Jen McCaffrey. This is the first time that Anthony has swung the bat since landing on the 10-day Injured List earlier this month. The expectation is that he'll need to face live pitching before he's cleared to return to the Red Sox roster. The team should give a better timetable on his return as he makes progress. The hope is that Anthony can return before the end of May, but fantasy managers should check back later in the week for another update on his status.
Source: Jen McCaffrey
Source: Jen McCaffrey
Jacob Misiorowski Expected to Start on Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (quad) is listed as the probable starter for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. This is great news for fantasy managers after Misiorowski was forced to exit his last start due to quad tightness. It sounds like Misiorowski will be ready in time for his next start. This has been an ongoing issue for the right-hander, but it hasn't impacted his performance on the mound. The right-hander holds a 2.12 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and a 80:17 K:BB ratio across nine starts this season. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable plugging Misiorowski into their lineups ahead of Tuesday's start.
Source: Adam McCalvy
Source: Adam McCalvy
Lucas Giolito Making Season Debut With Padres on Sunday
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Lucas Giolito has been recalled to make his season debut against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. After making four minor league starts, Giolito is ready for big league action. He built up to 74 pitches during his final rehab start with Double-A San Antonio. With that being said, Giolito shouldn't have much of a workload restriction during his first big league start this year. Last season, Giolito posted a 3.41 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 121:56 K:BB ratio across 145.0 innings with the Boston Red Sox. The right-hander should offer at least deep league value. In a corresponding move, right-hander Alek Jacob has been optioned to Triple-A El Paso to clear a roster spot for Giolito.
Source: San Diego Padres
Source: San Diego Padres
Jonah Coleman is an Intriguing Power Back to Target in Dynasty Leagues
Although the Denver Broncos already have second-year running back RJ Harvey and veteran J.K. Dobbins, they selected former University of Washington RB Jonah Coleman in the fourth round (108th overall) in this year's NFL draft. The 5-foot-8, 220-pounder is a bowling ball as a power back who finished with 1,811 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns on 349 carries in two seasons with the Huskies in his final two collegiate campaigns, adding 54 catches for 531 yards and two touchdowns. While Coleman will give the Broncos some toughness between the tackles, especially in short-yardage and goal-line situations, he lacks breakaway, big-play speed. If the 22-year-old develops as a pass-catcher, he could quickly surpass Harvey as a dual-threat option out of the backfield, and he'll provide needed depth behind the injury-prone Dobbins in 2026. Coleman will most likely enter his rookie season as the RB3 with the Broncos, battling Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie for a complementary role. Dynasty managers will need to be patient, but in the long-term, Coleman has plenty of upside with a Broncos organization that is desperately looking to become more efficient and tough on the ground. He's ranked as the No. 28 dynasty RB at RotoBaller going into his first year in the NFL.
Source: Sports Reference
Source: Sports Reference
Mariners Promoting Top Prospect Colt Emerson to Major Leagues
According to Ryan Divish, the Seattle Mariners are set to promote top infield prospect Colt Emerson to the major leagues. Emerson is currently MLB.com's No. 7 overall prospect and the team's No. 1-ranked prospect. Emerson joined the Mariners with the 22nd overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft and is set to make his MLB debut in the immediate future. Emerson has enjoyed a strong start to the Triple-A campaign, which prompted the early promotion. Through his first 38 games with Tacoma this summer, Emerson has posted a strong .255/.347/.469 slash line with eight doubles, seven home runs, and 10 stolen bases. Since May 1, Emerson has seen his production take a slight uptick, posting a .288 AVG and .840 OPS. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his usage, as he could become the primary third baseman in the short term, as Brendan Donovan has been dealing with a lingering injury. Given his five-category skill set, he should be considered a must-add across all formats. UPDATE: According to president of baseball operations Justin Hollander, Emerson will be the team's primary third baseman.
Source: Ryan Divish
Source: Ryan Divish
Darius Slayton Lacking Long-Term Upside for Dynasty Managers
The New York Giants let wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson walk in free agency this offseason, but they added to the WR room with Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III, and rookie third-rounder Malachi Fields. Passing-game targets could be up for grabs early on in 2026 if WR1 Malik Nabers (knee) is slow to recover from a torn ACL he suffered early last year, but Darius Slayton himself is rehabbing from core-muscle surgery and won't be present for offseason workouts. In his seventh year with the G-Men in 2025, the 29-year-old pass-catcher underwhelmed with 37 receptions on 63 targets for 538 yards and just one touchdown in 14 games. His 538 receiving yards were the second-fewest of his career, and he has never caught more than 50 passes in a single season. Slayton also hasn't had more than four touchdowns in a season since he spiked with eight trips to the end zone in his rookie campaign in 2019. He should be healthy for the start of the 2026 regular season in early September, but Slayton will continue to be a low-ceiling fantasy receiver in an offense that also added pass-catching tight end Isaiah Likely in the offseason. Slayton has fallen all the way to the No. 136 WR in RotoBaller's dynasty rankings, and he's a cut candidate in those same formats.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Keaton Mitchell a Prime Dynasty Handcuff Option Entering First Season in L.A.
Across 13 games as a member of the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, Los Angeles Chargers running back Keaton Mitchell recorded 404 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 68 touches. While Mitchell never quite carved out a consistent role in the Baltimore offense in any of his three seasons with the team, he consistently flashed high-end upside by averaging 6.8 yards per touch. Now in Los Angeles, Mitchell remains blocked off from the RB1 role by the presence of Chargers running back Omarion Hampton. However, Mitchell looks like the favorite for the team's RB2 role and could be Los Angeles' lead pass-catcher out of the backfield. He also has the benefit of working with new Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, who consistently squeezed fantasy-relevant production out of multiple running backs during his time as the play-caller for the Miami Dolphins. Following his offseason change of scenery, Mitchell's dynasty stock is rising entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jadarian Price Looks Like the Running Back of the Future in Seattle
After recording 20 touchdowns on just 243 touches over his final two collegiate seasons at Notre Dame, running back Jadarian Price was selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. Seattle had one of the better running back tandems in the league in 2025 in Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet (knee). However, Walker III signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in March, and Charbonnet underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in late February. As a result, Price could be in a position to lead the Seattle backfield right away in 2026. The Seahawks will eventually get Charbonnet back, and they also signed former Packers back Emanuel Wilson in free agency to take some of the pressure off of Price. Still, the 22-year-old clearly profiles as the running back of the future in Seattle. RotoBaller currently ranks Price as its 21st-best dynasty running back entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Isaiah Bond's Dynasty Outlook Clouded by Uncertain Role in Cleveland
Across 16 games as a rookie in 2025, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Isaiah Bond recorded 18 receptions for 338 yards on 44 targets. While Bond flashed high-end upside as a downfield target, he largely struggled to carve out a consistent role in his team's passing game despite the Browns' obvious need for wide receiver talent throughout the 2025 season. Heading into 2026, Bond could see fewer opportunities for production after Cleveland selected wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston with top-40 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Browns quarterback situation also remains highly unsettled heading into the year, making it highly unlikely that the Cleveland passing game will be able to support more than a couple of fantasy-relevant wideouts. Bond remains a somewhat intriguing stash candidate in deeper dynasty leagues, but his stock is trending in the wrong direction entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
James Cook III Remains a High-End Dynasty RB1 Entering 2026
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III earned second-team All-Pro honors for his work in 2025, recording 1,912 yards from scrimmage and 14 touchdowns on 342 touches across 17 games. The 26-year-old has been a highly productive player for Buffalo in all four of his NFL seasons. However, the Bills significantly upped Cook III's usage in 2025, as his 20.1 touches per game were nearly four more than his previous career high of 16.5. Buffalo failed to make any significant additions to their backfield in either free agency or the draft, putting Cook III in a position to dominate touches once again in 2026. Given the strong offensive environment around Cook III in Buffalo, there's little reason to think he won't continue to provide high-end RB1 production for dynasty managers for years to come as he enters his age-27 season.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Lamar Jackson Poised for Bounce Back Season in 2026
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson battled through hamstring and back injuries that caused him to miss four games in 2025 and held his production below his usual standards. The 29-year-old completed 63.6% of his pass attempts for 2,549 yards, 21 touchdowns, and seven interceptions, and added 349 yards and two scores on 67 rushing attempts. With improved health, Jackson should have a chance to be far more aggressive with his legs in 2026. He could also be operating in an improved offensive environment under a new play-caller in Declan Doyle and with a pair of new wide receivers in 2026 mid-round draft picks Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt. Despite the down year in 2025, Jackson remains an elite dynasty quarterback option heading into 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Bucky Irving Expected to Be Ready for Training Camp
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (shoulder) should be ready for training camp, per Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. Irving is coming off an injury-marred season in 2025, as he missed seven games due to shoulder and foot ailments. The 23-year-old's efficiency cratered when he was on the field as well, as he averaged just 3.4 yards per carry in 2025, down from 5.4 yards per carry in 2024. Tampa Bay made a big addition to its running back room in free agency, signing former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell to a two-year contract. While Gainwell will surely play a significant role, Stroud reports that Irving is still expected to open training camp as the Buccaneers' RB1. Irving's fantasy upside remains sky-high as he enters his third NFL season, but his injury history and Gainwell's presence in Tampa add some risk to Irving's profile.
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud
Christian Scott a High-Upside Streamer to Target on the Waiver Wire
New York Mets starting pitcher Christian Scott opened 2026 in Triple-A after missing the entire 2025 season while recovering from elbow surgery. However, Scott rejoined the Mets rotation in late April and has been solid across 15 2/3 innings (four starts), pitching to a 3.45 ERA and 1.40 WHIP with 20 strikeouts. While Scott has struggled to work deep into games, he's logged 19 strikeouts over his last three appearances and is averaging 96 miles per hour on his fastball. As he gets more innings post-surgery under his belt, Scott's current walk rate of 12.9% should start to regress closer to the 6.1% walk rate he posted across 47 1/3 innings after making his MLB debut in 2024. Scott is currently slated for two manageable road starts against the Washington Nationals and Miami Marlins in the upcoming week and profiles as a solid streaming option with upside for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Sam Antonacci Emerging as a Prime Waiver-Wire Target
Since making his MLB debut on April 15, Chicago White Sox outfielder Sam Antonacci has proven he's ready for the big leagues. Across 106 plate appearances entering play on Sunday, the 23-year-old was hitting .284/.385/.420 with one home run, nine RBI, 16 runs scored, and three stolen bases. Antonacci's plate skills were one of his calling cards as a prospect, and he's struck out in just 12.3% of his MLB plate appearances so far. While he's just three for his first six as a base stealer with the White Sox, Antonacci swiped 48 bags in the minors in 2025 and should get to more speed in the big leagues over the course of the year. His 10.3% barrel rate also hints at some untapped power upside, although fantasy managers shouldn't expect more than 10 to 15 long balls at the most. Even still, Antonacci offers a well-rounded skill set and has emerged as the everyday leadoff hitter for an improving White Sox lineup. In fantasy leagues where he's not already rostered, Antonacci is worth targeting on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Bryce Eldridge Worth Targeting on the Waiver Wire Despite Current Struggles?
Since being called up to the big leagues in early May, San Francisco Giants first baseman Bryce Eldridge has struggled to an .083/.185/.208 slash line with one home run, one RBI, and one run scored across 27 plate appearances. Eldridge has struck out in 33.3% of his plate appearances, a recurring issue for him after he struck out in 35.1% of his plate appearances after making his MLB debut in 2025. However, the 21-year-old is considered one of the top hitting prospects in the Giants system and has still only logged 64 career plate appearances at the MLB level. Eldridge got off to an excellent start at Triple-A Sacramento before earning the call, hitting .333/.445/.518 with five home runs and 22 RBI across 137 plate appearances. In deeper leagues, Eldridge could be a worthy high-upside, buy-low candidate for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
