Dante Exum Could Miss Game 5

Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum (hamstring) could miss Tuesday's Game 5 against the Houston Rockets. Exum left during the third quarter of Game 4 and did not return to the contest. An MRI revealed a strained left hamstring, but Exum is only considered day-to-day for the moment. The Jazz could be without Exum and Ricky […]

Drew Robinson Out of Monday's Lineup

Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Drew Robinson (hip) has been scratched from Monday's lineup due to left hip soreness. It's unclear whether or not Robinson is going to land on the disabled list. In the meantime, Isiah Kiner-Falefa will slide over to second base and Renato Nunez draws the start at third base on Monday. Robinson is […]

Adam Morgan Lands on Disabled List

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Adam Morgan (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The Phillies are calling this issue a back strain, so hopefully this is not too serious. He likely suffered the injury during his appearance on Sunday. Seranthony Dominguez has been recalled to take Morgan's spot in the bullpen. Morgan was […]

Danny Farquhar Discharged From The Hospital

Chicago White Sox reliever Danny Farquhar (brain) has been discharged from Rush University Medical Center on Monday. This is fantastic news. Farquhar suffered a brain hemorrhage from a ruptured aneurysm on April 20. He will not be medically cleared to pitch for the rest of 2018 so his brain hemorrhage can fully heal. Farquhar does […]

Carson Kelly Will Start on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Carson Kelly will be in the starting lineup against the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Kelly was recalled on Sunday after Yadier Molina (groin) landed on the disabled list. Molina is expected to miss about a month of playing time, so Kelly will get plenty of chances to start. Kelly is worth […]

Luiz Gohara Expected to Join Braves Bullpen

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Luiz Gohara was scratched from his start at Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's David O'Brien reports that the Braves are expected to recall Gohara sometime during their road trip. Gohara could join the Braves as early as Tuesday but is reportedly going to pitch out of the bullpen. He […]

Jeimer Candelario Will Play on Monday

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (thumb) will be back in the lineup on Monday versus the Texas Rangers. He sat out on Sunday after jamming his left thumb during Saturday's contest. Fantasy owners do not need to worry, because this was a minor issue and Candelario is back in the lineup against Matt Moore […]

Miguel Cabrera Went Through Workout on Monday

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (hamstring) went through an early workout before Monday's game versus the Texas Rangers. It's unclear what exactly Cabrera did during the workout, but regardless, it is a good sign. Cabrera is eligible to come off the disabled list next week. John Hicks is expected to get the majority of […]

Jaylen Brown Will Play on Monday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hamstring) will play in Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. However, Brown will remain on a minutes limit for Monday's contest. Brown played 29 minutes during Game 3, but that includes some playing time during overtime. He is expected to come off the bench on Monday, but could […]

Josh Richardson Wants to Be More Aggressive Next Season

Miami Heat guard/forward Josh Richardson said he wants to take the next step on offense by "being consistently aggressive." He admitted that he often deferred to Dwyane Wade on offense, but plans to be more involved next season. One of Richardson's goals this offseason is to improve his ball handling skills. Heat president Pat Riley […]

Justise Winslow Wants to Improve His Shooting This Offseason

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow said that working on his shooting will be a point of emphasis this offseason. "I’d definitely say work on the mid-range, coming off pick and rolls, step and shoot, lock and loaded, be ready to attack," Winslow said. He has the ability to play multiple positions, but wants to play […]

Derrick Favors is Questionable for Game 4

Utah Jazz forward/center Derrick Favors (ankle) is listed as questionable for Game 4 against the Houston Rockets on Sunday. Favors tweaked his ankle on Friday and did not return in the second half. However, it is believed to be a minor issue, so Favors does plan to play on Sunday. Jae Crowder would see increased […]

Ricky Rubio Will Hopefully Play on Sunday

Utah Jazz point guard Ricky Rubio (hamstring) will hopefully play in Game 4 versus the Houston Rockets on Sunday. He was able to do some running and shooting on Saturday, and is listed as questionable for this contest. This will likely end up as a game-time decision call, but DFS owners should keep an eye […]

Stephen Curry Will Play 30-Plus Minutes in Game 3

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry said that he would be able to play 30-plus minutes in Game 3 versus the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Curry finished with 28 points, seven boards, two dimes, three steals and five treys in 27 minutes during Game 2. Head coach Steve Kerr said Curry will start and […]

Nuggets Likely to Decline Nikola Jokic's Option

Denver Nuggets forward/center Nikola Jokic's agent said that the Nuggets picking up Jokic's team option for next season would be "an unfavorable scenario for the Nuggets." Denver has a $1.6 million team option on Jokic for the 2018-2019 season. Jokic can become an unrestricted free agent in 2019 if the Nuggets accept his team option. […]

Otto Porter Jr. Has Surgery on Leg

Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter Jr. (leg) underwent a procedure on Friday, April 27, to address a build-up of blood flow in the area of his leg contusion. Porter was unable to finish out the playoff series against the Toronto Raptors. This issue should not be something that forces Porter to miss training camp. More […]

Alex Abrines Had Surgery on Thursday

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Alex Abrines (groin) underwent sports hernia surgery on Thursday. He is expected to miss six weeks of offseason workouts and activities. Abrines should be ready to play by mid-June and should be fine to participate in training camp. He could see an increased role in OKC next season if Paul […]

Dion Waiters Could Miss Training Camp

Miami Heat guard/forward Dion Waiters (ankle) might not be ready for training camp, according to Heat reporter Ira Winderman. Waiters had surgery in January to repair instability in his left ankle, The recovery time for that kind of surgery is six to nine months. "I'm not sure when, but he's going to be more than […]

Patrick McCaw Will Likely Miss Entire Postseason

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Patrick McCaw (back) is expected to miss four more weeks of action. It does not sound like McCaw is going to take the court during this postseason. He's making progress, but this is not the type of issue that he can play though. This does not mean too much for the […]

Ricky Rubio Ruled Out for Game 3

Utah Jazz point guard Ricky Rubio (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's Game 3 against the Houston Rockets. There was a small chance that Rubio would make enough progress to be able to return for Game 3. Unfortunately, Rubio will not be able to play in Friday's contest. Royce O'Neale is expected to draw […]

Zach Davies Lands on 10-Day Disabled List

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (shoulder) is headed to the 10-day disabled list on Thursday. The Brewers are calling the issue right rotator cuff inflammation. He will miss his scheduled start on Saturday, but is only expected to miss one start. The team will make a corresponding roster move on Friday.

Nick Goody Leaves During Thursday's Game

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Nick Goody (elbow) left during Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. He did not look good and allowed two hits and two runs in just two-thirds of an inning. It's assumed that the Indians are going to take an MRI on Goody's elbow. He's not even worth owning in the […]

Kris Medlen Scheduled to Start on Friday

Arizona Diamondback starting pitcher Kris Medlen is scheduled to pitch against the Houston Astros on Friday. He'll be taking the place of Robbie Ray (oblique) in the starting rotation. Medlen has not pitched in the big leagues since 2016 and has a 6.00 ERA in 18 innings at Triple-A this season. He's not worth adding […]

Yonny Chirinos Expected to Miss A Month

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Yonny Chirinos (forearm) is expected to miss roughly a month of playing time. Chirinos was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday and had an MRI taken on Thursday. That MRI showed a mild right flexor strain, so the Rays will shut down Chirinos for about a month. He's […]

Nathan Eovaldi Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) will make his first rehab start at High-A Charlotte on Friday. Eovaldi has made great progress since his surgery in March to remove cartilage pieces from his right elbow. He could join the Rays some time this month, but has not pitched since August of 2016. He's […]

Yohander Mendez Recalled From Triple-A

Texas Rangers pitcher Yohander Mendez has been recalled from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday. Nick Gardewine has been sent down to make room for Mendez on the active roster. Mendez is the Rangers' No. 7 prospect, according to MLB.com, but has a 6.66 ERA in five starts at Triple-A in 2018. He is expected to […]

Adrian Beltre Takes Batting Practice on Thursday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) took batting practice on Thursday. He also took grounders with teammate Elvis Andrus (elbow), but the Rangers have not given a timetable for Beltre's return. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has been playing third base during Beltre's absence. Fantasy owners should hold onto Beltre for right now.

Guillermo Heredia Expected to Start on Thursday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Guillermo Heredia is expected to start in left field for the Mariners on Thursday against the Oakland Athletics. He was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday and is expected to see more playing time in Seattle. He's hitting .310/.417/.552 over his first 16 games this season.

Shane Carle Will Be Available on Friday

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Shane Carle (finger) is expected to be available against the San Francisco Giants on Friday. He left Tuesday's relief appearance after experiencing numbness in his right index finger and thumb. He threw off the mound on Thursday and is expected to be available on Friday. He's been fantastic for the Braves […]

Dansby Swanson Not Expected to Play Friday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (wrist) is expected to remain sidelined for Friday's game versus the San Francisco Giants. Swanson sat out of Thursday's game due to a sore left wrist. He is not expected to be ready by Friday but is worth holding onto, especially in deeper leagues. Swanson has been slumping lately, but […]