Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates - Veteran Pitchers Reinventing Themselves (2025)

After Week 1 of the fantasy baseball season, we're starting to see some strong starts out of veteran pitchers. Some we should certainly expect given their career trajectories (Nathan Eovaldi), but some also may be a bit more of a shock (Martin Perez). But it's not just about these pitchers returning to dominance in a […]

Cristopher Sanchez Strikes Out Seven In Strong Outing On Monday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sanchez struck out seven and gave up just one run in just over five innings of work in the Phillies' 6-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday. Sanchez walked two and gave up four hits, though he did not pick up the win. The 28-year-old is continuing to build […]

Kris Bubic Notches Eight Strikeouts In Strong Win On Monday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kris Bubic was fantastic in his first start of the season, striking out eight Brewers without giving up a run in the Royals' 11-1 win. The outing was great to see for the 27-year-old, who has spent most of the past two seasons in Kansas City's bullpen. It also was […]

Martin Perez Dazzles Twins On Monday, Throws Six Hitless Innings

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Martin Perez was masterful on Monday, throwing six hitless innings and picking up the win in Chicago's 9-0 victory over the Twins. Perez did walk three batters but ultimately was spectacular in his White Sox debut. It's a great sign to see for the 33-year-old after putting up a 4.53 […]

Bryan De La Cruz Draws First Start Of Season On Monday Night

Atlanta Braves outfielder Bryan De La Cruz is in Monday night's lineup against the Dodgers, getting his first start of the season. De La Cruz will bat seventh and face Dodgers' starter Tyler Glasnow. The 28-year-old only has two at-bats this season and hasn't received much opportunity so tonight will be a good chance for […]

Reynaldo Lopez Lands On 15-day Injured List With Shoulder Inflammation

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day IL with right shoulder inflammation on Monday, backdated to March 29th. In a corresponding move, Bryce Elder was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett. Lopez gave up three runs on nine hits in his only start this season against the Padres. The 31-year-old had been […]

Max Scherzer Visiting With Hand Specialist On Monday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer (thumb) visited with a hand specialist on Monday to discuss his thumb inflammation that landed him on the 15-day IL. Scherzer plans to return to Toronto soon and discuss next steps with team trainers and doctors according to manager John Schneider. The 40-year-old signed a 1-year, $15.5 million […]

Jose Ramirez Back In Lineup For Cleveland On Monday

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (wrist) is back in the Guardians' lineup for Monday night's matchup against the San Diego Padres. Ramirez left Saturday's game with a wrist injury from stealing a base but has avoided serious injury and is ready to go. The 32-year-old will look to get his first hit of the […]

Freddie Freeman Absent From Lineup For Monday Night

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (ankle) is out of Monday night's lineup. Freeman re-aggravated his ankle injury in what manager Dave Roberts is calling a "mishap" from Freeman stepping into the shower. The 35-year-old is currently considered day-to-day and should not be considered serious. Enrique Hernandez is filling in at first base and […]

LeBron James Exits Saturday's Game Early With Groin Strain

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James left Saturday night's game against the Boston Celtics early with a left groin strain. James exited nearly halfway through the fourth quarter after posting up 22 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists in the 111-101 loss. As of now the team has yet to give an update on James' […]

Malcolm Brogdon To Miss Seventh Straight Game On Wednesday

Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. This will his seventh straight game he's missed thanks to a sprained left ankle. Brogdon has dealt with injuries all season long and has only been able to suit up in 24 games this season for Washington. In […]

Derrick White Listed Probable For Wednesday Against Blazers

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. White has been dealing with a lower back contusion but hasn't missed any games because of it. The 30-year-old should be a solid option against Portland on Wednesday as they've began to allow more threes in their […]

Payton Pritchard Listed As Probable For Wednesday's Game Against Blazers

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (hip) was listed as probable on the team's injury report Wednesday and should be expected to play against the Portland Trail Blazers. Pritchard is dealing with left hip flexor tightness but hasn't missed any games as of late and should be able to play through the pain. The guard has […]

Kawhi Leonard Still Not Cleared For Back-To-Backs Yet

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (rest) still hasn't been cleared for playing in back-to-backs yet. Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue reiterated this point to the media prior to Tuesday's loss to the Phoenix Suns. With that, don't expect Leonard to play in tonight's game against the Detroit Pistons. The plans for the 33-year-old are […]

D'Angelo Russell Reportedly Wants To Remain In Brooklyn After This Season

Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell has reportedly told those close to him that he would prefer to stay in Brooklyn after this season, according to the New York Post. Russell hasn't quite been the same player he was in seasons past, averaging just 13.7 points in his 18 games as a Net compared to his […]

Tyler Herro Misses Shootaround, Listed Questionable For Wednesday Night

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (illness) could miss Wednesday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers as he's listed as questionable with an illness. Herro hasn't missed a game since February 2nd and his potential absence will be a huge detriment to the Heat against the Eastern Conference's top team. If he can't suit up, expect […]

Davion Mitchell Says He Will Play Wednesday Against Cavaliers

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (quadriceps) said on Wednesday that he will play tonight against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mitchell is dealing with a left quad contusion that held him out of Monday's game against the Wizards. While still listed as questionable, fantasy managers and Heat fans can expect the 26-year-old to suit up on Wednesday. […]

Jordan Clarkson To Return On Monday After Missing Extended Time

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (heel) is listed as available for Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Clarkson had missed the last 10 games for Utah while dealing with plantar fasciitis in his left foot. As of now it's unclear whether the 32-year-old will have a minutes restriction, adding some volatility to any fantasy […]

Bobby Portis To Miss Matchup Against Jazz For Personal Reasons

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (personal) will miss Monday night's game against the Utah Jazz. Portis also missed Saturday's game for personal reasons. The 29-year-old has been a decent contributor off of Milwaukee's bench, averaging 13.4 PPG and 7.9 RPG this season. In Saturday night's loss there was no apparent beneficiary off of Milwaukee's bench, […]

Keaton Wallace Recalled From G League For Matchup Against Minnesota On Monday

Atlanta Hawks guard Keaton Wallace has been recalled from the College Park Skyhawks, Atlanta's G League affiliate, for Monday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and will be active. Atlanta is dealing with a litany of injuries and needs additional depth at guard. The 25-year-old has played in just one NBA game in January, though […]

Dejounte Murray Available For Matchup Against Toronto

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow, finger) is available for Monday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. Murray had X-rays done on his right hand over the weekend after missing Saturday's game. Thankfully for the 28-year-old they confirmed it's just a finger sprain and will be something he's able to play through. Murray has […]

Ben Simmons Unavailable On Monday For Game Against Kings

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. This will be the fifth straight contest that Simmons has missed due to his back issue. The 28-year-old has battled injuries most of the season, as has been the case the last few years. From a fantasy perspective, […]

Jusuf Nurkic Ruled Out On Monday, Will Miss Seventh Straight Game

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (conditioning) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Nurkic has missed the last six games with an illness, making Monday's matchup against Cleveland the seventh straight game he'll have missed in a row. The injury report lists this as a "return to conditioning" designation, but the […]

Evan Mobley Ruled Out Monday Against Suns

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (calf) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Mobley strained his right calf against the Thunder on Thursday night and was forced to miss Saturday's game against the Timberwolves as well. The 23-year-old has been a big piece of Cleveland's success this season, averaging 18.6 PPG […]

Ja Morant Upgraded To Probable On Monday Against Minnesota

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Morant has been dealing with foot soreness that forced him to miss the Grizzlies' last game against the Spurs but he'll be able to tough it out today. The 25-year-old is obviously a must start in all […]

Quentin Grimes Ruled Out With Back Spasms Against Hornets

Dallas Mavericks guard Quentin Grimes (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Grimes is dealing with back spasms that will force him to miss just his third game this season. Grimes has been a decent contributor off the bench for Dallas, averaging 10.2 PPG and 4.0 RPG. With Dallas very […]

Dereck Lively II Ruled Out On Monday Against Charlotte

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Lively is dealing with a right ankle sprain that will force him to miss his third straight game. Lively has been a solid rebounder for Dallas this season, averaging 7.8 RPG, so his presence will be missed […]

Jalen Johnson Probable For Game Against Knicks

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Johnson has been dealing with right shoulder inflammation that caused him to miss five games in a row before returning against Boston on Saturday. Johnson has been fantastic for the Hawks this year, averaging 19.7 PPG and […]

Trae Young Probable For Matchup Against Knicks

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Young is dealing with Achilles soreness in his right heel but will be able to play through it. Fantasy managers should have high expectations for the 26-year-old today as he generally loves playing in Madison Square Garden. […]

Trayce Jackson-Davis Active For Wednesday Against Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis (thumb) has been listed as active for Wednesday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jackson-Davis hasn't missed any time due to the injury and should be in line for extended minutes tonight with the Warriors' depth nearly depleted at forward. The matchup against the Timberwolves will be tough but […]