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Kyle Stowers, Griffin Conine Competing For Left Field Job
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine will compete for the left-field job during spring training. Jackson noted that the team is hopeful Stowers can "recapture some of the promise he showed with the Orioles." Before being traded to Miami, the outfielder held a strong .306 […]
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Victor Mesa Jr. Could Crack Opening Day Roster
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfield prospect Victor Mesa Jr. will compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster during spring training. Jackson noted that the prospect will likely compete alongside Derek Hill and Dane Myers for the job in center field. Mesa spent the entire season at the […]
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Quinton Byfield Tallies Three Helpers In Victory
Los Angeles Kings center Quinton Byfield tallied three assists during their victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday evening. Byfield tallied his first helper on Vladislav Gavrikov's goal in the opening frame. Later in the third, Byfield would tally two secondary assists, both on Kevin Fiala's goals to seal the victory. Byfield has tallied five […]
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Kevin Fiala Scores Twice On Wednesday
Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Fiala found the back of the net twice during their victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday evening. Fiala found the back of the net both times during the final period. Both of his goals occurred during 5-on-5 play. This was Fiala's second straight contest, where he tallied two […]
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Teuvo Teravainen Tallies Two Assists In Overtime Loss
Chicago Blackhawks left wing Teuvo Teravainen dished out two helpers during their overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday evening. Teravainen added the primary assist on Lukas Reichel's fifth goal of the season in the second frame. Later in the third, Teravainen would add another primary helper, this time on the power-play on Ryan […]
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Leon Draisaitl Tallies Goal, Assist In Victory
Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl tallied two points during their overtime victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday evening. Draisaitl tallied the primary assist on Jeff Skinner's 10th goal of the season in the third period. Later in the frame, Draisaitl would find the back of the net on a wrist shot. During the game, […]
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Mika Zibanejad Tallies Two Helpers On Wednesday
New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad tallied two helpers during their 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday evening. Zibanejad tallied his first helper in the second frame on the primary assist on Artemi Panarin's 23rd goal of the season. Later in the third, Zibanejad would tally another primary assist, this time while shorthanded, […]
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Jason Dickinson Exits Early On Wednesday
According to the team, Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson (lower body) exited early during Wednesday's loss to the Edmonton Oilers. Dickinson sustained this injury during the second frame and needed assistance to get off the ice. Before exiting, he logged just over seven minutes of ice time. He tallied two shots on goal and two […]
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Pete Alonso Returning To Mets On Two-Year Deal
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the New York Mets are re-signing first baseman Pete Alonso to a two-year deal worth $54 million. The contract contains an opt-out after the first season. Alonso has been in discussions with several teams during the offseason but will return to the Mets. The Blue Jays and Angels were […]
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Dane Myers, Derek Hill Competing For Center Field Job
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins outfielder Dane Myers and Derek Hill are set to compete for the starting center field job during spring training. Jackson also noted that Victor Mesa Jr. could also be in the mix. Last season, Myers held a .263/.333/.442 line with six doubles and two home […]
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Agustin Ramirez Could Contend For Starting Job
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins catching prospect Agustin Ramirez will be in the mix for the starting catching job during spring training. Jackson noted that Ramirez may need more development in the minor leagues but could make a case to open the season in the majors, depending on his performance […]
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Jonah Bride Entering Spring Training As Starting First Baseman
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first baseman Jonah Bride is entering spring training as the "frontrunner" to open the season as the starting first baseman. Jackson noted that former top prospect Matt Mervis and Deyvison De Los Santos will compete alongside Bride for the job, but given his strong play […]
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Matt Mervis Will Get "Long Look" During Spring Training
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first baseman Matt Mervis will get a "long look" during spring training. The Marlins acquired Mervis from the Chicago Cubs earlier this season in exchange for infielder Vidal Brujan. Mervis was once regarded as one of the top prospects in the Chicago system but struggled […]
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Deyvison De Los Santos May Start Season At Triple-A
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Miami Marlins first base/third base prospect Deyvison De Los Santos may open the season at Triple-A. Jackson noted that the young infielder needs to reduce his strikeout rate and will "likely" begin the season with Triple-A Jacksonville. Last season, the Marlins traded left-hander A.J. Puk to the […]
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Josh Manson Sustains Lower-Body Injury
According to Brennan Vogt of Mile High Hockey, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (lower body) sustained an injury during Tuesday's contest against the Vancouver Canucks. Manson suffered this injury during the second period and did not take the ice in the final frame. Before exiting, he tallied two hits and two penalty minutes. Fantasy managers […]
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Jordan Greenway Expected To Return After International Break
According to Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (undisclosed) is targeting a return following the international break. Harrington noted that Greenway "should be ready" for their first game out of the break against the New York Rangers on February 22. Greenway has been sidelined since mid-December due to an […]
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Tage Thompson Resumes Skating, Still In Concussion Protocol
According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (concussion) skated on his own Wednesday morning but is still in concussion protocol. Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Thompson "feels good" but would still need to pass through the protocol to return to action. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]
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Dylan Cozens Battling Lower-Body Injury
According to Bill Hoppe of the Times Herald, Buffalo Sabres center Dylan Cozens (lower body) is battling an injury and should be viewed as day-to-day. The 23-year-old has not missed a game this season. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status leading up to their next contest on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators. Over […]
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Ilya Lyubushkin Exits Early On Tuesday
According to Robert Tiffin, Dallas Stars defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin (undisclosed) exited early during Tuesday's contest against the Anaheim Ducks. Tiffin noted that the team did not provide an update on Lyubushkin's status after the game. The 30-year-old was sidelined during the entire third period. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to […]
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Sidney Crosby Absent During Wednesday's Practice
According to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop, Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (upper body) was absent during Wednesday's practice. The captain sustained this injury during their shootout loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday evening but eventually returned later in the game. Head coach Mike Sullivan noted, "I don't have any more specifics. […]
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Jesus Liranzo Signs Minor-League Deal With Milwaukee
According to MLB.com, the Milwaukee Brewers are signing right-handed pitcher Jesus Liranzo to a minor-league deal. Liranzo has yet to reach the major leagues. Last season, Liranzo spent most of his time at the Double-A level and posted a 2.67 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP across 30 1/3 innings. He struck out 39 batters. Across […]
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Beau Taylor Returning To Seattle
According to MLB.com, catcher Beau Taylor is returning to Seattle on a minor-league contract. Taylor spent the entire 2024 season in the Seattle system but never appeared in a game. The 34-year-old backstop has not seen MLB action since the 2020 season. From 2018 to 2020, Taylor appeared in just 25 games at the MLB […]
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Vince Velasquez Sings Minor-League Deal With Cleveland
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, right-handed pitcher Vince Velasquez signed a minor-league deal with the Cleveland Guardians. The contract is pending a physical, and he will be given an invite to spring training. Velasquez did not pitch last season due to undergoing UCL surgery but should be expected to be cleared […]
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Rob Brantly Headed To Miami On Minor-League Deal
According to Christine De Nicola of MLB.com, the Miami Marlins have signed catcher Rob Brantly to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. Brantly spent the entire 2024 season in the Rays organization. He also spent time with the Marlins during the 2012 and 2013 seasons. Last season, he appeared in just […]
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Yolmer Sanchez Inks Minor-League Deal With The Angels
According to MLB.com, third baseman Yolmer Sanchez signed a minor-league deal with the Los Angeles Angels that includes an invite to spring training. Sanchez has not appeared in a major-league game since the 2022 campaign. Last summer, the 32-year-old spent his entire season with Triple-A Syracuse. Across 111 contests, Sanchez posted a .226/.346/.393 slash line […]
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Sean Burke Improves Durability Over The Offseason
According to Scott Merkin, Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Sean Burke emphasized durability during his offseason training. The 25-year-old has battled numerous arm injuries over the past two seasons. However, he has been quite productive when he has been on the mound. Across his first 19 innings in the majors this past season, Burke posted […]
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William Nylander Scores Hat Trick On Tuesday
Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander scored a hat trick during their victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday evening. Nylander scored his first goal of the evening in the second frame on the power-play. In the final minutes of the period, Nylander found the back of the net again, this time during 5-on-5 […]
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Connor McDavid Tallies Three Points On Tuesday
Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid tallied three points during their 3-2 overtime victory over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday evening. McDavid opened the scoring in the second frame by netting a power-play goal. Later in the third, McDavid would tally the primary assist on Leon Draisaitl's game-tying goal in the final minutes. Then, in […]
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Ilya Sorokin Stands Tall On Tuesday
New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin stopped 33 of the 34 shots he faced en route to defeating the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday evening. Sorokin's lone blemish came in the third period when Brandon Saad found the back of the net on a backhand. The Knights dominated the shot total, but Sorokin was able […]
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Alex Tuch Leads The Way In Victory
Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch tallied three points during their 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday evening. In the opening frame, Tuch tallied the secondary assist on Bowen Byram's sixth goal of the season. Then, in the second frame, Tuch found the back of the net twice. Both of these goals […]
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