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George Kirby Allows Eight Hits in No-Decision
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby didn't have his best stuff working for him during Wednesday's outing against the Minnesota Twins. Kirby allowed two earned runs on eight hits with five strikeouts across 5.2 innings of work during Wednesday's no-decision. He was on the hook for the loss until the Mariners' offense came alive late in the game. The right-hander will take a 3.00 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 34:11 K:BB ratio into his next start against the Atlanta Braves. Kirby has allowed seven or more hits in three of his last four outings. He has been able to work around the damage and allowed two runs or less in all of those outings. Fantasy managers should keep riding with Kirby despite his lack of swing-and-miss stuff.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Tyler Glasnow Continues Stellar Beginning to the Season
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow didn't have his best command during Wednesday's outing against the Miami Marlins. The right-hander issued a season-high six walks in what ended up being a no-decision for Glasnow. He was able to salvage his fantasy value by tying his season-high with nine strikeouts across 5.2 innings of work. It has been an overall strong start to the season for Glasnow, who holds a 2.56 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, and a 47:13 K:BB ratio across six starts. He hopes to have better command during his next outing against the Houston Astros. Despite some command issues, Glasnow remains a must-start fantasy pitcher.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Gunnar Henderson is Heating up with the Bat
Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson has been off to a slow start to the season, but appears to be coming around with the bat. The overall numbers aren't pretty with Henderson slashing .213/.287/.492 with 41 strikeouts through the first 29 games of the season. The good news is that the slugger has been turning the corner lately. Over the last week, Henderson is slashing .333/.368/.722 with two homers and three RBI. The young slugger has collected five hits over his last four games, which should give fantasy managers hope that he's starting to come around at the plate. Henderson should remain rostered and started in all fantasy formats despite a slow start.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Max Fried Looks to Keep Scoreless Streak Alive
New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried has been on another level lately. The southpaw had a rough outing against the Los Angeles Angels on April 16 and has been untouchable since then. Over his last two starts, Fried has thrown 14 straight scoreless innings with 14 strikeouts and four walks. He'll look to keep up the excellent work on the mound during Sunday's start against the Baltimore Orioles. So far this season, Fried owns a 2.09 ERA, 0.80 WHIP, and a 37/12 K:BB ratio across 47.1 innings of work. Fried needs to be rostered and started in all fantasy formats.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Cade Povich Expected to Rejoin Orioles on Friday
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Cade Povich is expected to be called up ahead of Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Povich is set to return to the O's roster after being sent down on April 13. He figures to fill the vacant rotation spot with Trevor Rogers (illness) getting placed on the Injured List on Wednesday. Povich could be an interesting short-term deep league option. He posted a 2.19 ERA, 0.97 WHIP, with seven strikeouts across 12.1 innings this season. He's expected to take the ball either Friday or Saturday against the Yankees. Fantasy managers in deep leagues looking for pitching help should consider adding Povich.
Source: Andy Kostka
Source: Andy Kostka
Suns Not Interested in Trading Devin Booker
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker remains a centerpiece for the franchise and won't be traded, according to team owner Mat Ishbia. "Devin Booker's going to lead us to a championship here in Phoenix," Ishbia said at his end-of-season availability on Thursday. "We're going to build the team around him, he's going to get better, just like I'm going to get better and everyone around the organization is going to get better." Booker has spent his entire 11-year NBA career with the Suns and has a contract through 2030. Still, there are questions about whether his future is in Phoenix, as the Suns haven't won a playoff series since 2023. Booker will turn 30 in October but should remain among the top fantasy producers in 2026-27. He finished this season with averages of 26.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game, earning his fifth All-Star selection.
Source: TSN
Source: TSN
Terrence Shannon Jr. Starting in Game 6
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. will join the starting lineup in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday, filling in for Ayo Dosunmu (calf). Minnesota has lost a lot of bodies in this series, giving fringe players like Shannon Jr. more opportunities to showcase their talent. He will start in the backcourt alongside Mike Conley, while Bones Hyland is also likely to shoulder a heavier workload in Thursday's contest. Minnesota used Shannon Jr. as a starter twice during the regular season, and he looked outstanding in his most recent start, posting 26 points, four rebounds, five assists, and one steal in a 132-126 win over New Orleans on April 12.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
Jonathan Isaac Unlikely to Return Friday
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) is expected to remain out on Friday in Game 6 against the Detroit Pistons, as he remains doubtful on the injury report. Isaac missed the end of the regular season and hasn't played in the playoffs due to a left knee sprain. Jamal Cain has emerged as his replacement in the rotation and even joined the first unit in Game 5 after Franz Wagner (calf) was ruled out. Wagner isn't playing on Friday either, putting Cain in a position to maintain his expanded role. However, he's a risky DFS option after managing just five points, four rebounds, and one steal in Game 5.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter Could Miss Another Game Friday
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Kevin Huerter (adductor) is questionable for Game 6 against the Orlando Magic on Friday. He could be forced to sit out a second consecutive game due to a left adductor strain. Due to Huerter's health issues, Caris LeVert has logged 25 minutes in back-to-back games off the Pistons' bench. However, the veteran has made a limited impact, scoring just two points in both outings. Since the Pistons are in an elimination situation on Friday, the starters are likely to get extra burn, with Cade Cunningham leading the charge.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Aaron Gordon Remains Sidelined Thursday
Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf) will miss a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, ESPN's Anthony Slater reports. He was listed as questionable on the initial injury report due to left calf tightness. With Gordon remaining on the shelf, Spencer Jones is likely to get the starting nod again. The 24-year-old sophomore had one of the best performances of his young career in Game 5, totaling 20 points, three rebounds, one assist, three blocks, and three steals. He has a lot to live up to on Thursday night, but Jones' task will be made easier by the fact that he will face a short-handed Timberwolves team.
Source: Anthony Slater
Source: Anthony Slater
Kyle Anderson Misses Game 6 Due to Illness
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (illness) won't be available in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness, and the team has now officially ruled him out. Anderson's minutes went up in Game 5 after Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) dropped out of the lineup. But he won't get a chance to build on that momentum on Thursday. Instead, we will likely see much more of Terrence Shannon Jr., especially with Ayo Dosunmu (calf) also unavailable for Game 6.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ayo Dosunmu Won't Play Thursday Night
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (calf) will sit out Thursday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. This isn't surprising, given that Minnesota added Dosunmu to the injury report Thursday morning. It's a massive blow to the team, which already lost Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) in Game 4. Now, Mike Conley, Bones Hyland (knee), and Terrence Shannon Jr. must take care of business in the backcourt. Of these players, Hyland boasts the biggest fantasy upside, but he isn't at 100 percent either, having been on the original injury report with a questionable designation.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Joel Embiid Good to Go for Game 6
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (abdomen) will play in Game 6 against the Boston Celtics on Thursday, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports. As it happened before Game 5, Embiid has been upgraded from probable to available. Since making his 2026 postseason debut in Game 4 against Boston, Embiid has struggled from behind the arc, but he's still made a significant impact in the series. In two outings, Embiid has notched 29.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists, and 1.0 blocks in 36.5 minutes per game. With Philadelphia facing another elimination game, Embiid must be ready for another busy night at the office.
Source: Adam Aaronson
Source: Adam Aaronson
Tobias Harris Lands on Injury Report Due to Ankle Sprain
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (ankle) is carrying a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Friday's Game 6 against the Orlando Magic. The veteran is enjoying a great series, but he appears to have sprained his left ankle in Wednesday's Game 5 win. Harris had his third consecutive 20-point outing on Wednesday and is averaging 19.8 points and 7.6 rebounds in the matchup. Javonte Green is the most likely candidate to slide into the starting unit if Harris can't play on Friday. As a result of Harris's absence, we might also see Paul Reed back in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner Won't Play Friday
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's Game 6 tilt against the Detroit Pistons. The German star sustained a right calf injury in Game 4 at the start of the week. Before sitting out Game 5, Wagner was listed as questionable on the injury report. Now, he has been ruled out immediately, which isn't a good sign. Jamal Cain filled Wagner's spot in the starting lineup in Game 5, amassing five points, four rebounds, and one assist in 25 minutes. Wagner's absence also benefited Anthony Black, who was much more productive. In 39 minutes off the bench, Black contributed 19 points, five rebounds, three assists, and three steals. DFS managers should prioritize Black over Cain again on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Alejandro Kirk Resumes Throwing, Still has Boxes to Check
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (thumb) has resumed throwing as part of his rehab at the team's player development complex in Dunedin, Fla., according to Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. It's Kirk's first step of many as he works his way back from thumb surgery. Kirk needed surgery to fix a left-thumb fracture in early April, and he's not expected to return to the Blue Jays' lineup until mid-to-late May. The 27-year-old Mexican backstop only played in five games before his injury, going 3-for-20 (.150) at the plate with a homer and two RBI. Tyler Heineman has worked as the team's primary catcher since Kirk's injury, with Brandon Valenzeula backing him up. It's a situation to ignore in fantasy leagues. Kirk, though, remains stashed in 29% of Yahoo leagues after he hit .282/.348/.421 with a .769 OPS, a career-high 15 home runs, and 76 RBI in 130 regular-season games last year. The 27-year-old has middling power but can provide decent run production and a respectable average to fantasy managers in two-catcher leagues because of his high contact rate.
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Arden Zwelling
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Arden Zwelling
Brandon Ingram Iffy for Friday's Action
Toronto Raptors guard/forward Brandon Ingram (heel) is considered questionable for Game 6 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. Due to right heel inflammation, Ingram couldn't complete Game 5 and might now miss additional action. A.J. Lawson started the second half in Ingram's place in Game 5 but logged only two minutes. It was actually Jamal Shead who benefited most from Ingram's injury, logging 34 minutes off the bench. He had a fine game as well, with 18 points, one rebound, seven assists, and two steals. Jamison Battle is also in a position to see more minutes without Ingram.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kevin Durant Listed as Doubtful for Game 6
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Game 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. This leaves open the possibility that Durant will return from a three-game absence, but ESPN's Shams Charania reported earlier Thursday that the former MVP won't play. Even with Durant sidelined, Houston has won back-to-back games and can extend the series to Game 7 on Friday. Sources have told Charania that Durant's injury typically requires at least two weeks to return to play. Durant hurt his ankle on April 21, meaning 12 days will have passed since his injury by the time a potential Game 7 takes place on Sunday. Reed Sheppard, Jabari Smith Jr., and Tari Eason have greater fantasy significance without Durant.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Gus Varland Earns Another Save in Washington, Seeing Fantasy Value Rise
Washington Nationals right-handed reliever Gus Varland is seeing his fantasy baseball value rise after earning his third save of the year in the team's 5-4 win over the division-rival New York Mets at Citi Field on Thursday. Varland entered the game with two outs in the eighth inning and ended up tossing 1 1/3 scoreless innings with one hit allowed and one strikeout. The 29-year-old had a nice bounce-back outing after he blew his second save of the year on April 25 against the Chicago White Sox. The next save went to right-hander Paxton Schultz on Sunday. The Nationals are in a closer-by-committee situation right now with Clayton Beeter (forearm) currently on the 15-day injured list. Varland appears to be the best short-term option for saves in D.C. right now, and he has a 2.84 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, three saves, and a 14:3 K:BB in his 12 2/3 frames. He's rostered in only 6% of Yahoo leagues, and he's really only an option in deeper leagues for a short-term boost in save chances.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Emilio Pagan Struggles in Non-Save Situation, Allows Two Runs
Cincinnati Reds right-handed closer Emilio Pagan had a rough day at the office in a non-save situation in Thursday's 6-4 win over the visiting Colorado Rockies at Great American Ballpark. Pagan was summoned in the top of the ninth inning with a four-run lead, and he proceeded to allow two earned runs on three hits without a walk or a strikeout in one inning of work. The 34-year-old veteran does have six saves already on the season, but it hasn't exactly been smooth sailing for him, and he blew his second save of 2026 on April 19 against the Minnesota Twins. Pagan now sits with a 5.40 ERA on the season, which isn't exactly pretty for the team's primary closer. He had a career-high 32 saves in his second year in Cincy in 2025, but Pagan only has one other 20-save campaign in his nine MLB seasons, and his fly-ball tendencies aren't exactly the greatest fit at his home ballpark. If Pagan's struggles continue, Tony Santillan would probably be the next man up for saves in Cincy.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Bones Hyland Cleared for Game 6
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (knee) will play in Game 6 against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. Coming into Thursday, Hyland had a questionable tag on the injury report due to a sore left knee, but the team has since upgraded his status to available. With Anthony Edwards (knee) and Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) sidelined, Hyland has an opportunity to play a more significant role for the Timberwolves. On Thursday, the team might also be without Ayo Dosunmu (calf), who was added to the injury report earlier in the day with a questionable designation. In Game 5, Hyland was among Minnesota's top scorers with 15 points, but he didn't do much else in 23 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Josh Hart Ready to Rock Thursday
New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (back) will be available on Thursday in Game 6 against the Atlanta Hawks. The versatile veteran was tagged as questionable on the initial injury report due to a lower back contusion. Hart was quiet in Game 5, but he's had a decent series overall. Across 34.8 minutes per game, Hart has averaged 9.4 points, 10.0 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.6 steals. His scoring numbers have dropped in the postseason due to poor 37.0 percent field-goal efficiency. He has made only 15.8 percent of his attempts from behind the arc.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jack Perkins Tallies Third Save, Emerging as Closer to Roster?
Athletics right-handed reliever Jack Perkins picked up his third save of the season in the team's 6-3 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Thursday, allowing a hit while striking out one in a scoreless inning of work at Sutter Health Park. Harris has become a reliever on the rise for fantasy managers to consider picking up in a closer-by-committee situation that also involves lefty Hogan Harris and right-hander Joel Kuhnel. Mark Leiter Jr. also picked up a save on Wednesday. The 26-year-old Perkins came into Thursday's series finale with a 2-0 record, 2.92 ERA, a 1.05 WHIP, and 16 strikeouts in 12 1/3 innings of work in just his second season in the majors. Perkins could deserve a look off the waiver wire from fantasy managers searching for saves, but he hasn't been used as a traditional closer by any means, with Perkins' first two saves of the year coming in two-inning stints. He's a multi-inning weapon for the A's and gives them options late in games. Right now, Perkins is only rostered in 7% of Yahoo leagues with his stock rising.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jeffrey Springs Leaves his Start Early With Hip Soreness
Athletics left-hander Jeffrey Springs (hip) left his outing on Thursday against the visiting Kansas City Royals early with right-hip soreness, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Springs made it through three frames in the team's eventual 6-3 victory, allowing two earned runs on five hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out four. It's unclear at this point if Springs' injury is serious enough to keep him from making his next scheduled start next week against the struggling Philadelphia Phillies. The 33-year-old veteran southpaw came into Thursday's action with a 3-2 record, 3.79 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, and a 31:11 K:BB in 35 2/3 innings pitched over his first six starts in his second season with the A's. Springs' strikeout rate has been up slightly this year after it dipped to a career-low 19.4% in 2025, but it's still below-average, and he pitches in one of the most hitter-friendly home parks in the league in Sacramento. Fantasy managers shouldn't be compelled to hold Springs in mixed leagues if he ends up landing on the injured list with his hip injury.
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Brandon Woodruff to Get Some Time Off
The Milwaukee Brewers are going to give right-hander Brandon Woodruff (arm) "some time off," manager Pat Murphy told Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. It's unclear if Woodruff will actually land on the 15-day injured list, but he will undergo testing and imaging to figure out what is wrong with him after he couldn't top 85 mph on the radar gun in his outing on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Woodruff said he wasn't dealing with any pain, but he only went 1 1/3 innings before the Brewers pulled him. Right now, the 33-year-old veteran appears to be dealing with a dead arm, so the Brewers will give him a little time off and make sure nothing else is wrong structurally with his right arm. It's definitely concerning that Woodruff's velocity was down so much, especially after he dealt with shoulder, lat, and ankle injuries in 2025. For now, fantasy managers will want to hold Woodruff, with hopes that he might only miss a start or two. In deeper leagues, pitching prospect Logan Henderson might be worth stashing, as he could be the favorite to take Woodruff's spot in the starting rotation for however long he is out.
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Curt Hogg
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Curt Hogg
Ryan Walker Blows Second Save, Falling Out of Closer Committee?
San Francisco Giants right-handed reliever Ryan Walker blew his second save of the season and was tagged with the loss in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday versus the Philadelphia Phillies, and he could be running out of chances going forward in save situations in the Bay Area. Walker's first blown save came on April 18 against the Washington Nationals. He secured his second and third saves of the season his next two times out, though, and he also threw a scoreless outing on April 25 against the Miami Marlins before blowing the save on Thursday. Although the 30-year-old remains the primary option for saves for the Giants, he also has two holds and isn't your traditional closer. With his latest misstep on Thursday in Philly, Walker could be losing his grip on the ninth inning, with lefty Erik Miller and righty Keaton Winn potentially entering the picture of a committee approach for San Fran. Walker allowed two earned runs on three hits while walking none and striking out one in two-thirds of an inning against the Phillies on Thursday.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Nikita Chibrikov Recovering From Core-Muscle Surgery
Winnipeg Jets right wing Nikita Chibrikov had core muscle surgery last week and will be sidelined 6-8 weeks, the team announced. The 23-year-old Russian had a disappointing NHL season in 2025-26, failing to score a point in 11 outings. His performance in the minors was also far from impressive, as Chibrikov finished with 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in 53 AHL games with the Manitoba Moose. Overall, Chibrikov has made 16 NHL appearances, recording three goals and four points. For a second-round pick, his start to his career has been underwhelming, to say the least.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Elias Salomonsson Out 5-6 Months After Shoulder Surgery
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Elias Salomonsson (shoulder) underwent shoulder surgery on Thursday and will be out for five to six months, the team announced. The 21-year-old Swedish native made his first 32 career NHL appearances this season, recording five points (one goal, four assists), 37 shots on goal, 27 blocks, and 50 hits, with a minus-six rating. His NHL campaign ended with a concussion in early April. Salomonsson returned to action in the AHL on April 24, playing in a couple of postseason games. Due to his shoulder surgery, Salomonsson is likely to sit out training camp in the fall, affecting his chances of earning a spot on the Jets roster.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Radko Gudas Remains Out Thursday
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (lower body) will miss a fifth straight game on Thursday against the Edmonton Oilers, Zach Cavanagh of The Sporting Tribune reports. The Ducks captain continues to nurse a lower-body injury, and there have been no updates on his potential return timeline. Drew Helleson will retain his spot in the lineup on Thursday, though he has seen limited minutes in the first-round series. The 25-year-old has averaged 8:24 of ice time, producing one assist, four SOG, and four hits.
Source: Zach Cavanagh
Source: Zach Cavanagh
Tyler Myers Scratched on Thursday
Dallas Stars defenseman Tyler Myers will miss Thursday's Game 6 against the Minnesota Wild as a healthy scratch, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports. The veteran blue-liner will sit out at least one contest after struggling through the first five games of the series. He didn't pick up any points and posted a minus-five rating while averaging 19:41 of ice time. With Myers sitting on Thursday, Alexander Petrovic will get a chance to make his 2026 postseason debut. Petrovic will have limited fantasy value as a member of the third defensive pairing. In 54 regular-season appearances, he recorded 10 points (two goals, eight assists), 57 SOG, 77 blocks, and 88 hits.
Source: Dan Rosen
Source: Dan Rosen
