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Jacob Gonzalez Lifted From Triple-A Contest, Set for Promotion?
Chicago White Sox infielder Jacob Gonzalez was lifted early during Friday's game with Triple-A Charlotte. Gonzalez is likely headed to the big leagues with Munetaka Murakami (hamstring) being pulled from Friday's contest versus the Detroit Tigers. The assumption is that Murakami will require a stint on the Injured List, which could give Gonzalez his first taste of big league action. Gonzalez smacked his 19th home run of the season during Friday's game. The 23-year-old appears to be ready for the next level and could get his shot as early as this weekend. The former first-round pick could become a must-add player if he does receive the call to The Show.
Source: James Fegan
Source: James Fegan
Mitchell Robinson Plans to Play in Game 1 After Finger Surgery
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (finger) underwent surgery on his broken right pinky and plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals next Wednesday with a brace on his hand, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. The 28-year-old has been a low-usage piece all postseason, averaging 5.3 points and 5.5 rebounds in 14.2 minutes off the bench behind Karl-Anthony Towns. His value has always come from energy rebounding and rim protection rather than scoring, so the brace is the real question: a player whose calling card is securing the ball now has to do it with a protected hand. Even at full strength, he offers little beyond rebounds and blocks for fantasy purposes, and if the finger limits him, Ariel Hukporti is the only proven fallback at center for New York.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Ajay Mitchell Ruled Out for Game 7
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's Game 7 against the San Antonio Spurs. The 23-year-old has been unavailable since aggravating the injury during Game 3, removing one of Oklahoma City's better bench scorers and secondary ball-handlers from the rotation. Mitchell averaged 13.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists during the regular season and 15.1 points with 4.3 assists in the playoffs before going down. With Jalen Williams (hamstring) also sidelined, Jared McCain and Cason Wallace should remain busy behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jalen Williams Unavailable in Decisive Game 7
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) won't play in Saturday's Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against San Antonio. The 25-year-old tried to return in Game 6, but he logged only 10 minutes and finished with one point and one assist before being ruled out again. Williams averaged 17.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 5.5 assists during the regular season, so Oklahoma City loses a key secondary creator. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should handle even more late-clock work, while Jared McCain and Cason Wallace are in position for elevated backcourt minutes.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Magic Finalizing Hire of Sean Sweeney as Head Coach
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Orlando Magic are finalizing the hire of San Antonio Spurs associate coach Sean Sweeney as their new head coach. Sweeney will replace Jamahl Mosley, who was fired after a 45-37 finish and a first-round collapse against Detroit before taking over in New Orleans. The 41-year-old made his name on defense, running a Spurs unit that climbed to third in the league this season, and he'll wrap San Antonio's playoff run before reporting to Orlando. The fantasy question is whether a defense-first voice can unlock a stagnant offense built around Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs. Banchero's usage shouldn't budge, but a slower, grind-it-out scheme could cap the counting-stat ceiling for the supporting cast, with Bane's perimeter scoring the swing variable to track.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jung Hoo Lee is Returning on Friday
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (back) was activated off the 10-day Injured List on Friday. Lee will start in right field and bat sixth against right-hander Michael Lorenzen on Friday. Lee has been out since May 22 due to a back strain. Before the injury, Lee was slashing .268/.311/.385 with three home runs, 17 RBI, and 10 walks. He doesn't offer a ton of power upside with the bat, but he's a decent contact hitter. Lee does enough at the plate consistently to warrant a look in deep leagues for fantasy managers struggling to find production.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Roman Anthony is Shut Down from Swinging
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony appears to have suffered a setback during his rehab process. Anthony reportedly felt discomfort while hitting off a tee on Thursday. As a result, Anthony has been shut down from swinging the bat for now. This is the second time that Anthony has suffered a setback while rehabbing his finger injury. The hope was that Anthony would be able to return by early June. This setback might push that timetable back further, but fantasy managers will have to wait and see what the team decides to do. There should be another update on Anthony in the coming days.
Source: Chris Cotillo
Source: Chris Cotillo
Jimmy Crooks Ticketed for Major Role on MLB Roster?
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Jimmy Crooks was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Friday. He'll join the big league roster after slashing .262/.412/.567 with 13 home runs across 39 games in the minors this season. Manager Oliver Marmol has made it clear that Crooks was not brought up to sit on the bench. He should get the lion's share of the playing time, with Ivan Herrera serving as the personal catcher for Michael McGreevy and Andre Pallante. Crooks is not in the starting lineup on Friday, but figures to get into the lineup this weekend. Fantasy managers in need of catching help should consider adding Crooks. It's difficult to find catchers who can contribute consistently at the plate, and Crooks has shown the potential of being a reliable bat.
Source: Jeff Jones
Source: Jeff Jones
Eury Perez is Placed on 15-Day Injured List
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Eury Perez (hamstring) was placed on the 15-day Injured List on Friday. This comes after Perez was forced to make an early exit from Wednesday's start against the Toronto Blue Jays. He underwent additional testing, which revealed a right hamstring strain. The team hasn't revealed how long they expect Perez to be out, but hamstring issues often linger. Fantasy managers should expect to be without Perez for at least a few weeks. In a corresponding move, right-hander Josh Ekness has been recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville. It's unclear what the team plans to do with the vacant rotation spot, but that decision should be made soon.
Source: Barry Jackson
Source: Barry Jackson
Aaron Nola Goes on Paternity Leave List
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola was placed on the paternity leave list on Friday. The right-hander will be away from the team for a few days while he welcomes a new member to his family. Nola is currently scheduled to take the ball against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Nola should be back in time for that game, so fantasy managers shouldn't need to worry about him missing a start. The right-hander has posted ugly numbers anyway, with a 5.16 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, and 56:18 K:BB ratio across 11 starts this season. In a corresponding move, reliever Nolan Hoffman has been recalled to take over the spot on the active roster. Fantasy managers should check back ahead of Tuesday's game for another update on Nola.
Source: Philadelphia Phillies
Source: Philadelphia Phillies
Abner Uribe Gets One-Game Suspension
Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Abner Uribe has been suspended one game by the MLB for his inappropriate celebration during Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Uribe did a crotch-chopping celebration toward the Cardinals' dugout following an inning-ending strikeout. He is appealing the suspension and is available to pitch until the appeal is heard and a final decision is made. The right-hander holds a 4.19 ERA and a 21:8 K:BB ratio with five saves across 19.1 innings of work this season. Uribe is a key piece to the Brewers' bullpen, so hopefully he won't get himself into more trouble with these types of stunts.
Source: Jeff Passan
Source: Jeff Passan
Alec Pierce's Dynasty Hype May Be Creating a Sell-High Opportunity
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (ankle) posted the most productive season of his career in 2025, recording 47 catches for 1,003 yards and six touchdowns on 84 targets across 15 games. The Colts rewarded him in the offseason, handing him a four-year, $114 million contract. The new money comes with new responsibility as well, as Pierce could shift into Indy's WR1 role following the team's offseason trade of wideout Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pierce showed signs of becoming a more well-rounded wide receiver in 2025, but he's still never averaged more than 5.6 targets per game in a season and is heavily reliant on downfield production. Pierce is also recovering from offseason ankle surgery, which isn't expected to impact his availability to open 2026 but could be a limiting factor on his performance. If the Colts' passing game as a whole takes a step back in quarterback Daniel Jones' (Achilles) first year back from a torn Achilles, Pierce's production may not take the leap many are expecting. In dynasty formats, managers may want to look to capitalize on the growing hype around Pierce with a sell-high trade.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Quarterback Uncertainty Creating a Buy-Low Window for Drake London?
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London had the second half of his 2025 season derailed by a PCL strain in his left knee, which caused him to miss time. Even still, the 24-year-old finished the year with 68 receptions for 919 yards and seven touchdowns on 112 targets across 12 games. London's fantasy value has consistently been impacted by shaky quarterback play in Atlanta. That issue could persist in 2026, as the Falcons enter the season with the questionable quarterback duo of Michael Penix Jr. (knee) and Tua Tagovailoa. However, London has a track record of steady production, and he figures to absolutely dominate targets in a Falcons offense that currently features Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus as the next wide receivers up on the depth chart. Given his injury in 2025 and the quarterback uncertainty in Atlanta, dynasty managers may be able to take advantage of a buy-low window on London entering 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Davante Adams: Dynasty Sell-High Candidate Entering Age-34 Season
Across 14 games in 2025, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams recorded 60 receptions for 789 yards and 14 touchdowns on 114 targets. Adams developed immediate red zone chemistry in his first season with Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, leading the NFL in touchdown catches despite missing three games with a hamstring injury. However, Adams failed to reach 1,000 receiving yards in a season for the first time since 2019 and is blocked from being the number one option in his team's passing game by the presence of Rams wideout Puka Nacua. While Los Angeles projects to once again have a prolific passing offense, any slippage from the team's aerial attack may make it difficult for Adams to buoy his production with touchdowns in 2026. As Adams enters his age-34 season, dynasty managers may be wise to cash in on his value with a sell-high trade.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rhamondre Stevenson's Dynasty Outlook Clouded by Crowded New England Backfield
Despite being limited to 14 games by a toe injury, New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson recorded 948 yards from scrimmage and nine touchdowns on 162 touches in 2025. It was a major step forward from an efficiency perspective for Stevenson, who recorded just 21 more scrimmage yards on 78 more touches in 2024. Heading into 2026, Stevenson's workload figures to be limited by the presence of fellow Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson. Stevenson was New England's feature back during its run to the Super Bowl last season, which can't be forgotten. Still, Henderson was a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft who flashed big-play upside as a rookie and could take over more of a true RB1 role in his second season. Even if the workload remains split between the two backs, Stevenson's pathway to consistent fantasy production may require a Henderson injury. In dynasty formats, managers may have one final window to sell high on Stevenson ahead of the 2026 season.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Bo Nix Currently Undervalued in Dynasty Formats?
Across 17 games in 2025, Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (ankle) threw for 3,931 yards and 25 touchdowns while rushing for 356 yards and five scores. The 26-year-old's season ended in disappointing fashion when he suffered a broken bone in his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round, but he's expected to be ready to go for the start of 2026. While Nix hasn't been particularly efficient (6.5 yards per pass attempt) to this point in his career, he's averaged nearly 35 pass attempts per game across his two seasons playing for Broncos head coach Sean Payton. In 2026, Nix's high-volume approach could get an efficiency boost from the presence of new star wideout Jaylen Waddle, whom the Broncos acquired from the Miami Dolphins over the offseason. If Nix can take even a small step as a passer while maintaining his solid contributions with his legs, he could be poised for a breakthrough into mid-tier fantasy QB1 territory in 2026 and beyond.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rico Dowdle's Dynasty Value Fading Ahead of First Season in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rico Dowdle is entering his first year with the team in 2026 after racking up 1,373 scrimmage yards and seven touchdowns on 275 touches across 17 games with the Carolina Panthers in 2025. Dowdle began the year as the RB2 in Carolina but eventually took over the lead role following an early-season injury to Panthers back Chuba Hubbard. While Dowdle's season-long numbers are impressive, his production tailed off down the stretch of the season after Hubbard returned from injury. Dowdle failed to crack 60 rushing yards in any of his final eight games of the season and logged just six touches in the Panthers' playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Dowdle now enters a similar backfield dynamic in Pittsburgh, where he figures to split touches with Steelers back Jaylen Warren. Dowdle's upside in the event of an injury to Warren could be enormous, but his production figures to be limited as long as both backs are splitting touches. In dynasty formats, managers may want to consider selling high on Dowdle.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Deiveson Figueiredo Set For UFC Macau Main Event
Former two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo will look to get back in the win column when he faces off against Yadong Song in the main event of UFC Macau on Saturday. Figueiredo was last seen in action at UFC 320, where he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Umar Nurmagomedov after he got dominated for the majority of the fight. Prior to that, he defeated Montel Jackson via split decision. DraftKings sees Figueiredo as a massive underdog with a salary of $6,700.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Yadong Song Returns At UFC Macau
Yadong Song will aim to return to the win column when he takes on a former two-time flyweight champion, Deiveson Figueiredo, in the main event of UFC Macau on Saturday. Song is coming off a controversial unanimous decision loss to former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley at UFC 324 this past January. The last time Song fought in China was against Vince Morales back in 2018. DraftKings sees Song as a massive favorite with a salary of $9,500.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Alonzo Menifield An Underdog At UFC Macau
Alonzo Menifield will look to bounce back in the win column when he faces off against Zhang Mingyang in the co-main event of UFC Macau on Saturday. Menifield was last seen competing in November at UFC Qatar, where he suffered a first-round knockout loss to Volkan Oezdemir. Before his fight with Oezdemir, Menifield won back-to-back fights. Since signing with the UFC, Menifield has gone 10-6-1. DraftKings sees Menifield as the underdog with a salary of $7,300.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Zhang Mingyang Set For UFC Macau Co-Main Event
Zhang Mingyang will look to get back in the win column when he takes on Alonzo Menifield in the co-main event of UFC Macau on Saturday. Mingyang kicked off his UFC career with three successive first-round stoppages, but in his last fight, he suffered his first loss since joining the leading promotion. In his last bout, Mingyang suffered a second-round TKO loss to Johnny Walker. DraftKings sees Mingyang as the favorite with a salary of $8,900.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Tallison Teixeira Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Tallison Teixeira will look to win back-to-back fights when he faces off against Sergei Pavlovich on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday. Teixeira was last seen in action at UFC 325, where he returned to the win column by beating fan-favorite Tai Tuivasa via unanimous decision. Prior to that, he suffered a first-round TKO loss to former heavyweight title challenger Derrick Lewis, which was also the first loss of his career. DraftKings sees Teixeira as a massive underdog with a salary of $6,800.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Cardinals Promote No. 7-Ranked Prospect Jimmy Crooks to Majors, Worth an Add in Deeper Leagues?
According to the team, the St. Louis Cardinals have promoted No. 7-ranked prospect Jimmy Crooks to the major league roster. Crooks made his MLB debut in the back half of the 2025 campaign, but he appeared in only 15 games during this short stint. However, Crooks has played at a high level with the Triple-A club this season and could earn a much larger role in his second stint. Last summer with the Cardinals, Crooks posted a low .133/.152/.244 line with one long ball. This season, Crooks has been among the top-performing catchers in the minor leagues as he has carried an impressive .262/.412/.567 slash line with a .979 OPS and 13 home runs. While the Cardinals have two proven backstops on the roster in Pedro Pages and Ivan Herrera, if Crooks can continue this power surge, he could eventually carve out a role. For now, he is worth a pick-up in deeper two-catcher leagues.
Source: St. Louis Cardinals
Source: St. Louis Cardinals
Sergei Pavlovich A Favorite At UFC Macau
Sergei Pavlovich will look for his third win in a row when he takes on Tallison Teixeira on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday. In his last five fights, Pavlovich recorded three wins against Curtis Blaydes, Jairzinho Rozenstruik, and, more recently, Waldo Cortes Acosta. Since signing with the UFC, Pavlovich has gone 8-3. DraftKings sees Pavlovich as a massive favorite with a salary of $9,400.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Cameron Smotherman Looks To Bounce Back
Cameron Smotherman will look to return to the win column when he faces off against Kai Asakura on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday. Smotherman was last seen in the Octagon almost a year ago at UFC Atlanta, where he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Ricky Simon. That was his second UFC loss, the first being a unanimous decision loss to Serhiy Sidey. DraftKings sees Smotherman as the underdog with a salary of $7,200.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Kai Asakura Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Kai Asakura will look to get back in the win column when he takes on Cameron Smotherman on the main card of UFC Macau on Saturday. Asakura was last seen in action at UFC 319, where he suffered a second-round submission loss to UFC veteran Tim Elliott. Prior to that, he suffered a second-round submission loss to Alexandre Pantoja. DraftKings sees Asakura as the favorite with a salary of $9,000.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Gage Wood a Top Stash Ahead of Potential MLB Debut in 2026?
Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Gage Wood is currently in Double-A and has been in pro baseball for less than a year. However, the 22-year-old has already emerged as an intriguing prospect to stash in fantasy baseball, as there's a chance he could be on the fast track to making his MLB debut this season. Across 10 starts between Single-A and Double-A this year, Wood owns a 3.17 FIP and 2.48 xERA with 13.50 K/9, 3.51 BB/9, and 0.81 HR/9. In addition to his impressive control, he has shown an ability to induce weak contact with a 54.4% ground ball rate. Wood possesses an impressive four-pitch mix that includes a four-seam fastball, slider, curveball, and changeup. His four-seamer sits in the mid-to-high 90s with a 38% whiff rate and .189 xBA. The slider has a 36.2% whiff rate, and the curveball and changeup both have 50% whiff rates. All four have the potential to be plus offerings, giving Wood the inside path to being MLB-ready sooner rather than later. He's worth stashing in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Faizon Brandon In Position to Start Week 1
Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon appears in position to start in Week 1 for the Volunteers, according to On3's Pete Nakos. Brandon has been competing with sophomore George MacIntyre for the starting position this spring and while sources originally gave MacIntyre the edge, it appears that Brandon has positioned himself to compete for the job and "potentially start Week 1." Brandon was ranked as the third quarterback in the class of 2026 per 247 Sports, just behind Houston's Keisean Henderson and Vanderbilt's Jared Curtis. If he does in fact win the job, he would join Curtis as the only true freshman signal callers likely to start in the SEC in Week 1.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Dane Weber Commits to Cal
Three-star class of 2027 quarterback Dane Weber has committed to California, giving new head coach Tosh Lupoi his eleventh commit in the class and his first hand-picked quarterback. Weber is ranked as the thirty-first quarterback in the class, and the forty-second ranked player in the state of California per 24/7 Sports. He stands 6-feet, 220 pounds and draws comparisons to Georgia's Gunner Stockton. Weber will not likely see much playing time as a true freshman, as Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele is required to play another season of college football before entering the NFL Draft, but his addition spurs some great momentum for the Golden Bears' program.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Joey McGuire Attempts to Add Texas to Schedule
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian poked fun at Texas Tech's strength of schedule a couple of weeks ago, which prompted Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire to respond. McGuire stated that "We would love to play Texas," and Red Raiders boosters even offered to buy out the Texas State and Abilene Christian games to make a Week 1 meeting happen. McGuire reportedly has even had contact with Stephen Jones to potentially host a matchup between the two programs at AT&T Stadium. Texas and Sarkisian have yet to respond and given that we are so close to the season it appears unlikely that a game would happen, but the Red Raiders appear to be doing everything on their end to add Texas to their schedule to open the 2026 season.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
