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Linus Ullmark Nearing Return
According to Bruce Garrioch of TSN, Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (back) is nearing a return and could return during their next homestand on Thursday or Saturday. The 31-year-old has been sidelined since suffering this injury on December 22. Before the injury, Ullmark began to turn the corner on a slow start as he was […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Forrest Wall Inks Minor-League Deal With San Diego
According to MLB.com, the San Diego Padres have signed outfielder Forrest Wall to a minor-league contract. Wall has only appeared in 16 major league games over the past two seasons with the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins. Across this short stint, Wall has posted a .311/.380/.422 line with four stolen bases. Across 78 contests at […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Adam Kloffenstein Signs Minor-League Deal With Toronto
According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Toronto Blue have signed right-handed pitcher Adam Kloffenstein to a minor-league deal that contains an invite to spring training. The 24-year-old was given a brief taste of the majors last season as he logged just one inning of work. He was sidelined during the final two months of […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Tim Hill Drawing Interest From Six Clubs
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, free-agent pitcher Tim Hill has continued to draw interest from the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, Diamondbacks, Rockies, and Angels. Ragazzo noted there is mutual interest in a potential reunion with the Yankees. Last season, Hill opened the campaign with the White Sox and posted a 5.87 ERA and a […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Cubs Have Shown Interest In Michael King
According to Matthew Trueblood of NorthSideBaseball.com, the Chicago Cubs have inquired about a potential trade to acquire San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Michael King. Throughout the season, the Padres have looked to shed payroll as Dylan Cease and Luis Arraez have been discussed in trade talks but have yet to be dealt. However, according to […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Mets Interested In Acquiring Ryan Mountcastle
According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, the New York Mets have shown interest in acquiring Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle. Owner Steve Cohen has noted that negotiations with Pete Alonso have hit a standstill, and the team has begun to pivot to other options. Earlier in the offseason, they acquired Jesse Winker to […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Logan Thompson Stands Tall On Tuesday
Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson stopped 32 of the 33 shots he faced en route to defeating the Calgary Flames on Tuesday evening. The Capitals were heavily outshot in the contest, but Thompson was able to answer the call. His lone mistake came in the second period when Blake Coleman scored a power-play goal. This […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Andrei Svechnikov Tallies Three Points In Victory
Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov tallied three points during their 4-0 victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday evening. Svechnikov would open the scoring in the first minute when he beat New York netminder Igor Shesterkin with a wrist shot. In the second frame, Svechnikov would find the back of the net again, […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Kyle Connor Scores Twice On Tuesday
Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor scored two goals during their victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday evening. The 28-year-old would find the back of the net late in the first period on a snap shot. Then, in the second, Connor would tally his second goal of the game with another snap shot. He […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
JJ Peterka Scores Hat Trick In Victory Over Boston
Buffalo Sabres left wing JJ Peterka scored three goals and added an assist during their victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday evening. Peterka would tally his helper on Tage Thompson's first goal in the opening frame. In the second, Peterka would find the back of the net for the first time. Then, in the […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Tage Thompson Tallies Hat Trick In Victory
Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson scored a hat trick and added an assist during their 7-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday evening. Thompson would score his first goal in the opening frame on a slap shot. Later in the second, Thompson would find the back of the net with a wrist shot and […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Miro Heiskanen Exits Early On Tuesday
According to Brien Rea of BallySportsSW, Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (lower body) exited Tuesday's contest against the Vegas Golden Knights early. Heiskanen was involved in a collision in the final frame with Vegas wing Mark Stone. Head coach Peter DeBoer did not provide an update on his status after the game. Before exiting, Heiskanen […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Luis Vazquez Designated For Assignment
According to Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Cubs have designated infielder Luis Vazquez for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for infielder Jon Berti, who the team officially signed to a one-year contract earlier on Tuesday. Vazquez was a former 14th-round selection by the Cubs in the 2017 MLB Draft. The […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Jorge Mateo, Orioles Avoid Arbitration
According to the team, the Baltimore Orioles and infielder Jorge Mateo have come to an agreement on a one-year deal with a club option for 2026 to avoid arbitration. The 29-year-old infielder is still recovering from a UCL surgery on his non-throwing arm and could potentially be limited during spring training. Last season, Mateo was […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Elias Diaz Signs One-Year Deal With San Diego
According to Daniel Alvarez-Montes, the San Diego Padres re-signed catcher Elias Diaz to a one-year deal worth $3.5 million that contains a mutual option for the 2026 season. Diaz joined the Padres in August and will return to San Diego. Diaz opened the season with the Colorado Rockies and was eventually released after posting a […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Juan Brito Could Be Given Extended Look At Spring Training
According to Joe Noga of Cleveland.com, Cleveland Guardians infield prospect Juan Brito could get a look to compete for the second base job during spring training. Manager Stephen Vogt told the media that Brito would be in the mix alongside Gabriel Arias, Tyler Freeman, Angel Martinez, and Daniel Schneeman, However, given that Brito has yet […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Cubs Designate Matt Festa For Assignment
According to Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Cubs have designated right-handed pitcher Matt Festa for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for right-handed pitcher Ryan Pressly, who the team officially acquired via trade earlier on Tuesday. Festa was acquired by the Cubs earlier in the offseason but will now return to […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Lukas Dostal Starting On Tuesday In Seattle
According to Derek Lee, Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal will get the starting nod on Tuesday evening against the Seattle Kraken. Dostal entered their previous contest in relief of John Gibson (upper body) and will likely see most of the starts for the time being while Gibson remains out. In this contest, Dostal stopped 35 […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Mikhail Sergachev Viewed As Game-Time Decision For Wednesday's Contest
According to Cole Bagley, Utah Hockey Club defenseman Mikhail Sergachev (upper body) is expected to be a game-time decision for Wednesday's contest against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 26-year-old defenseman has missed the previous five contests with this injury. If he were to remain sidelined on Wednesday, fantasy managers should expect Oli Maata to move up […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Vladimir Tarasenko Remains Sidelined During Tuesday's Practice
According to Helene St. James, Detroit Red Wings right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (illness) remained sidelined during Tuesday's practice. The 33-year-old could not play on Monday evening against the Anaheim Ducks and could be in danger of missing their next contest on Thursday evening against the Edmonton Oilers. If Tarasenko were to remain sidelined, fantasy managers […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Max Pacioretty Expected To Return On Wednesday
According to David Alter of The Hockey News.com, Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Max Pacioretty (upper body) is expected to return to the starting lineup on Wednesday when the Leafs face the Minnesota Wild. Pacioretty was able to log a full practice on Tuesday and is "fully expected" to return to the starting lineup. Pacioretty […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Brandon Saad Placed On Waivers
According to Frank Seravalli, the St. Louis Blues placed left wing Brandon Saad on waivers earlier on Tuesday. The veteran will move to the AHL if he goes unclaimed on waivers. Saad was on pace to have one of the worst seasons of his career. Across 43 contests, Saad has scored just seven goals with […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Kirill Kaprizov Placed On Injured Reserve
According to the team, the Minnesota Wild have placed left wing Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) on the injured reserve. The 27-year-old will undergo surgery and is expected to miss at least four weeks of action. Kaprizov missed time earlier this season with this same injury but faced a setback and will now require surgery. Over […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Marlins Inviting Albert Almora Jr. To Spring Training
According to Francys Romero, the Miami Marlins are inviting outfielder Albert Almora Jr. to spring training as a non-roster invite. Almora has not appeared in the major leagues since 2022. The former No.6 overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft began his career with the Chicago and was a part of their World Series Championship […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Ryan Borucki Signs Minor-League Deal With Pittsburgh
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed pitcher Ryan Borucki to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. The 30-year-old logged just 11 frames at the major league level in 2024 and posted a hefty 7.36 ERA and a 1.64 WHIP. Through 14 2/3 […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Jake Lamb Inks Minor-League Deal With San Francisco
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the San Francisco Giants have signed first baseman/outfielder Jake Lamb to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Lamb spent the entire 2024 campaign at the Triple-A level with Indianapolis. Across 98 contests, Lamb posted a .264/.350/.393 line with 23 doubles, seven home […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Josiah Gray Begins Throwing Program, Targeting Late-Season Return
According to Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com, Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Josiah Gray (elbow) began his throwing program and is targeting a return before the end of the season. Gray underwent Tommy John surgery and an internal brace procedure last July. However, the young right-hander remains optimistic he can return in the back half of the […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Tim Mayza Signs One-Year Deal With Pittsburgh
According to Alex Stumpf of MLB.com, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed pitcher Tim Mayza to a one-year contract. Mayza had a disappointing 2024 campaign as he posed a career-worst 6.33 ERA and a .162 WHIP across 42 2/3 innings with both the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees. He struck out 28 batters […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Yaroslav Askarov Stands Tall Against Pittsburgh
San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov stopped 29 of the 30 shots he faced en route to defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday evening. The Penguins had a slight edge in this shot total, but Askarov was able to lead the way. His lone blemish came in the final frame when Sidney Crosby found the […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago
Connor McDavid Scores In Return On Monday
Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid scored in his return on Monday evening in their victory over the Seattle Kraken. McDavid missed the previous three contests due to a three-game suspension. The 28-year-old found the back of the net in the second frame on a snap shot during 5-on-5 play. This performance extended his point streak […]
Andy Smith 3 weeks ago