Cam Atkinson Heading to Philadelphia

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Cam Atkinson was dealt to the Philadelphia Flyers Saturday for veteran winger Jakub Voracek. Atkinson potted 15 goals and 19 assists in 56 regular-season contests for Columbus in 2021. He is second all-time in Blue Jackets history in goals (213), points (402), and games played (627), just behind retired forward Rick […]

Jakub Voracek Dealt To Columbus

Philadelphia Flyers forward Jakub Voracek was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets Saturday for winger Cam Atkinson. The Czech Republic born winger was once a Blue Jacket in 2011 before he was traded to the Flyers, where he spent ten seasons. At 31-years-old, Voracek is a still productive player netting nine goals and 34 helpers […]

Marc Staal Agrees To Contract To Remain In Detroit

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Marc Staal signed a one-year contract to continue playing in Hockeytown. The financial details of the agreement were not disclosed. Staal would have hit the unrestricted free agent market Wednesday if the two sides didn't reach a deal. Through 56 regular-season contests in 2021, the Thunder Bay, Ontario native produced three […]

Ozzie Albies Collects Three Hits Thursday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies cracked three hits Thursday versus the Phillies. He went 3-for-5 with a double and two runs scored. With 29 doubles in 2021, the sweet-swinging shortstop should easily pass his career-best of 43 back in 2019. Albies currently has a .263 batting average, 15 dingers, 63 RBI, and 13 stolen […]

Dansby Swanson Smashes First Career Grand Slam

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson mashed his first career grand slam Thursday as his club beat the Phillies 7-2. The middle infielder went 1-for-4 with a walk and, of course, his grand slam. Swanson broke a 1-for-18 slump with the grand slam. He has 17 home runs which ties his career-high. In 2021 Swanson has […]

Charlie Morton Records Win Thursday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Charlie Morton won his ninth game in the 2021 campaign defeating the Phillies 7-2 on Thursday. The veteran right-handed hurler gave up just four hits, two earned runs, and four walks. He ended up pitching in six innings that included striking out eight Philadelphia batters. Morton now has nine wins with […]

Shayne Gostisbehere Dealt To Arizona

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere was traded to the Arizona Coyotes for future considerations on Thursday. Arizona also picked up a second-round pick and a seventh-round pick in the 2022 NHL draft. Gostisbehere tallied nine goals and 11 assists in 41 regular-season games for the Flyers in 2021. He averaged just under 20 minutes of […]

Mark Giordano Joins Kraken In Inaugural Season

Calgary Flames defenseman Mark Giordano was selected by Seattle in the 2021 expansion draft Wednesday. Like new Kraken forward Jordan Eberle, Giordano will bring some veteran leadership to the new franchise. At 37-years-old, the Toronto, Ontario native still logged a ton of ice time for the Flames playing 22:57 minutes per game. His point production […]

Chris Driedger Will Mind The Crease In Seattle

Florida Panthers goaltender Chris Driedger will be in a new uniform after he was drafted by Seattle in the expansion draft on Wednesday. Driedger had his best NHL season in 2021, registering 14 wins and six losses in 23 outings. The Winnipeg, Manitoba, native also recorded a 2.07 goals-against average with a .927 save percentage. […]

Jordan Eberle Selected By Seattle In Expansion Draft

New York Islanders forward Jordan Eberle has been selected by the Seattle Kraken in the 2021 expansion draft. Eberle was a winger on the Islanders first line skating alongside Mathew Barzel and Leo Komarov. He easily could play on Seattle's top line as he netted 16 goals and registered 17 assists in 55 regular-season games. […]

Jeremy Lauzon Becomes First Pick For Seattle In Expansion Draft

Boston Bruins defenseman Jeremy Lauzon was selected first overall for Seattle in the team's expansion draft Wednesday. Lauzon is an excellent skater and has all the tools to be an outstanding player in the league. He has spent his young career all with Boston playing in 76 regular-season games. At 24 years old, Lauzon has […]

Josiah Gray Strikes Out Seven In Major League Debut

Los Angeles Dodgers Josiah Gray made his major league debut on Tuesday, striking out seven in four frames pitched. Gray entered the game in the third inning, giving up three home runs in his first Dodgers outing. While ailing from a shoulder injury, the 23-year-old pitched in just over 15 innings for Triple-A Dodgers affiliate […]

Ramon Laureano Collects Two Hits Tuesday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano went 2-for-4 on Tuesday, helping his team beat the Angels 6-0. Laureano went 2-for-4 while producing two RBI. He now has three hits in his last three games played. The 27-year-old is batting .239 on the season with 14 home runs and 35 RBI in 293 at-bats. On the base […]

Touki Toussaint Impresses In Season Debut

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Touki Toussaint propelled his team to victory, defeating San Diego 2-1 on Tuesday. He allowed just one run and three hits in 6 2/3 frames. The Atlanta hurler tossed 79 pitches, of which 48 were strikes. Being a former top prospect for Atlanta, the 25-year-old looked confident on the mound after […]

Freddie Freeman Slams A Home Run Tuesday

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman cracked a tie-breaking solo home run during the sixth inning in a 2-1 victory over San Diego on Tuesday. He also added a single, going 2-for-4 in the contest. The Villa Park, California native now has 22 dingers with 55 RBI in 345 at-bats. Freeman keeps getting better and […]

Richard Panik Sent To Long Island

The Detroit Red Wings traded veteran forward Richard Panik to the New York Islanders for a 2021 second-round draft pick and defenseman Nick Leddy. Panik carries a $2.75 million cap hit for the next two seasons for New York. The 30-year-old recorded four goals and 13 assists in 48 games. He will most likely skate […]

Will Smith Crushes Two Hits Against Colorado

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith had two hits Friday as his club defeated the Rockies 10-4. Smith collected a double and a single while going 2-for-4 from the plate. He also added a walk and four RBI. The talented 24-year-old catcher is slashing .256/.361/.449 with ten home runs and 36 RBI. Any fantasy manager […]

Jake Cronenworth Hits For Cycle On Friday

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth recorded the third cycle in franchise history on Friday. His club destroyed the Nationals 24-8. He joined Matt Kemp and Wil Myers as the only Padres to hit for a cycle. Cronenworth went 4-for-5 from the dish, collecting four RBI. The 27-year is having quite the season as he […]

Nick Leddy Dealt To Detroit

The New York Islanders traded defenseman Nick Leddy to the Red Wings for veteran forward Richard Panik and a 2021 second-round pick. Leddy spent the last seven years as an Islander after playing the early part of his career in Chicago. The Minnesota native has compiled 243 points in 518 career regular season games. He […]

Ryan Graves Traded to New Jersey

The Colorado Avalanche traded defender Ryan Graves on Thursday. He will be heading to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for Mikhail Maltsev and a second-round pick in this year's draft. Maltsev, who is 23 years old, has recorded nine points in 33 career regular season contests. Graves played on Colorado's second defensive pairing, recording […]

Shea Weber Will Be Available In Expansion Draft

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Shea Weber will be exposed in the expansion draft held on July 21. Weber received an end-of-the-year medical evaluation, and he could miss the entire 2021-22 season. He spent five years with the Canadiens, recording 58 goals and 88 assists in 275 regular season games. His potential retirement or departure leaves a […]

Brandon Carlo Will Be Sticking Around In Boston

Boston Bruins defenseman Brandon Carlo will remain in New England after signing a six-year contract at $4.1 million per year. Through 27 regular-season games in 2021, the shutdown defenseman compiled three goals and one helper. He is a plus-58 in 324 contests in his career. The shorthanded specialist should be a key component for the […]

Jeff Skinner To Move On From Buffalo

Buffalo Sabres forward Jeff Skinner agreed to waive his no-movement clause to make himself available for the expansion draft, according to his agent Don Meehan. Skinner still has six years at $6 million per year on his contract with Buffalo. With Skinner looking to move on from the Sabres, the team can now protect eight […]

Kevan Miller Calls It A Career

Boston Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller announced his retirement on Monday. The 33-year-old has suffered from several injuries in his career, and he was only able to play in 28 regular-season games this past season. Miller spent his whole seven-year career with Boston compiling 13 goals and 58 helpers in 352 contests. However, since the 2018-19 […]

Didi Gregorius Smashes Three Hits Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Didi Gregorius collected three hits and two RBI Thursday. He sports a .232 batting average with seven home runs, 26 RBI and two swiped bags. The 31-year-old has been hot from the plate in his last seven games played. He has six hits, three home runs, and four RBI during these contests. […]

Mitch Haniger Picks Up Two Hits Against Yankees

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger collected two hits Thursday as his club beat the Yankees 4-0. Haniger struck out twice, but he was able to compile an RBI. On the year, he has been producing consistently, registering a .253 batting average, 19 home runs, and 48 RBI. The outfielder would be an excellent pickup for […]

Frankie Montas Tosses A Gem

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas struck out ten Astros batters in a 2-1 win over Houston on Thursday. He gave up five hits with a walk and one earned run in 6 2/3 innings. Montas now has eight wins and seven losses, with 105 strikeouts in 100 innings pitched. Montas is a starting pitcher […]

Dom Nunez Swats Three Hits

Colorado Rockies catcher Dom Nunez produced three hits, including two doubles, as his club avoided being swept in a 9-3 victory over the Diamondbacks. Nunez is now batting .173 with five home runs and 21 RBI. In his last seven games played the catcher has five hits. However, despite having a great game, Dom Nunez […]

Julio Urias Posts A Strong Outing Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias pitched seven solid innings to help his club defeat the Marlins 6-2. In addition, he provided the opportunity for the Dodgers bullpen to have a well-deserved rest. Urias now sports a record of 11 wins and three losses. On Friday, he fanned nine opposing batters, gave up just […]

Raisel Iglesias Captures Save

Los Angeles Angels closer Raisel Iglesias recorded his 18th save in 2021. He was able to strike out the side in the 9th frame to collect the save. Iglesias carries an ERA of 3.57 six wins and three losses. The 31-year-old is worth taking a look at with how well he has been pitching lately. […]