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Mychal Givens Getting Close To A Return
Baltimore Orioles reliever Mychal Givens (flu) will make his Grapefruit League debut sometime soon, according to manager Brandon Hyde. The virus has impacted several Orioles' players, but most of them are on the road to recovery. Givens should be ready for Opening Day, and he is the leading candidate to earn saves for the Orioles... Read More
Hunter Harvey Expected To Make Spring Debut This Weekend
Baltimore Orioles reliever Hunter Harvey (flu) is planning on making his Grapefruit League debut this upcoming weekend, according to manager Brandon Hyde. Harvey was dealing with some congestion issues earlier in the week but is feeling back to normal now. The former top prospect got his first taste of MLB action last season, posting a... Read More
Mike Soroka Scheduled To Make Spring Debut On Friday
Atlanta Braves starter Mike Soroka (groin) is expected to make his Grapefruit League debut on Friday against the New York Yankees. The 22-year-old irritated his groin during live batting practice last week. If Soroka can avoid any further setbacks, he is safely on track to be ready for the start of the regular season. He... Read More
Joc Pederson Yet To Resume Hitting
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson (side) has not been cleared to resume hitting yet, according to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com. The 27-year-old injured himself at the start of Dodgers' camp, and the injury is continuing to nag at him. Pederson blasted 36 home runs last season, despite seeing almost all of his at-bats come... Read More
Dustin May Still Not Throwing Off Mound
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May (side) has not thrown off of a pitching mound since the first day of Spring Training. The 22-year-old did not complete his scheduled bullpen session on Sunday after he felt further discomfort in his side earlier in the day. May was likely heading to Triple-A Oklahoma to open the... Read More
Freddie Freeman Expected To Rejoin Lineup Next Week
Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (elbow) is expected to return to Grapefruit League action next week, according to general manager Alex Anthopoulos. Freeman was absent from Tuesday's lineup due to inflammation in his surgically-repaired elbow, but Anthopoulos reiterated that the injury is not a long-term concern. The Braves are taking a cautious approach to... Read More
Zach Werenski Pots 19th Goal Of The Season On Tuesday
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski set a new franchise record by scoring his 19th goal of the season during Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Wild. The 22-year-old now has 38 points, 12 power-play points, and 171 shots on net through 58 games this season. Werenski has reached the double-digit goal plateau in all... Read More
Kevin Fiala Continues Stellar February
Minnesota Wild right wing Kevin Fiala scored a goal, an assist, and fired five shots on net during Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 23-year-old has been a monster since the start of February, tallying eight goals and six assists in 12 games. Fiala has slotted on to the team's top line... Read More
Mikko Koivu Turns Back The Clock On Tuesday
Minnesota Wild center Mikko Koivu tallied two goals during Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. The veteran pivot has had a miserable campaign so far, with just four goals and 13 assists in 48 games. Ryan Hartman and Ryan Donato also produced two points each in the contest. All three players are afterthoughts... Read More
Kyle Palmieri Pots 23rd Goal On Tuesday
New Jersey Devils right wing Kyle Palmieri scored a power-play goal and fired three shots on net during Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. Despite losing Taylor Hall, Palmieri has maintained his steady fantasy value. The 29-year-old is up to 16 points in 19 games since the start of January and has 43... Read More
Travis Konecny Produces Three Points Against Sharks
Philadelphia Flyers right wing Travis Konecny scored a goal and added two assists during Tuesday's 4-2 win over the San Jose Sharks. The 22-year-old has blossomed during his fourth season in the league, tallying nine points over his past three games. Konecny is now up to 22 goals, 35 assists, 19 power-play points, and 129... Read More
Kevin Hayes Tallies Three Points In Tuesday's Win
Philadelphia Flyers center Kevin Hayes netted two goals and an assist during Tuesday's 4-2 win over the San Jose Sharks. The 27-year-old has performed quite well during his first season with the Flyers, producing 21 goals, 17 assists, and seven power-play points through 63 games. Hayes centers the second line and second power-play unit, playing... Read More
Freddie Freeman Scratched With Elbow Inflammation
Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman was scratched from Tuesday's Grapefruit League lineup due to elbow inflammation. It is the same elbow that Freeman had surgery on back in October. Thankfully, this type of irritation is commonplace during the recovery process, so the Braves do not seem overly worried about their All-Star first baseman. The... Read More
Mike Soroka Feeling Good After Live Batting Practice
Atlanta Braves starter Mike Soroka (groin) tossed an inning of live batting practice on Monday afternoon. The 22-year-old Canadian was dealing with a sore groin, but he said he felt good after Monday's session. Soroka will likely make his Grapefruit League debut in the coming days. He is the ace of the Braves' rotation, and... Read More
Mike Soroka Dealing With Sore Groin
Atlanta Braves starter Mike Soroka will have his first Grapefruit League start pushed back a few days after hurting his groin during live batting practice. The team is just being cautious with their young ace, as it is a minor injury. The 22-year-old was a stellar fantasy asset last season, posting a 13-4 record to... Read More
Felix Hernandez Looks Sharp In Spring Debut
Atlanta Braves starter Felix Hernandez tossed two scoreless innings without allowing a hit during Saturday's Grapefruit League win over the Baltimore Orioles. He walked one batter while striking out two. The 33-year-old is currently fighting for the last spot in the Braves starting rotation, and appearances like this will help his case. Nevertheless, Hernandez compiled... Read More
Julio Urias Beginning Season In Starting Rotation
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias will begin the 2020 season as a member of the starting rotation, according to manager Dave Roberts. The 23-year-old went between the bullpen and rotation several times last season, posting a 2.49 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 85 strikeouts over 37 appearances. The Dodgers have limited Urias' workload in the... Read More
Dustin May Expected To Throw A Bullpen Session On Sunday
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May (side) will hopefully throw a bullpen session on Sunday as he continues to recover from muscle soreness. Thankfully, the 22-year-old's injury is not a long-term ailment. May is one of the best prospects in the Dodgers' system, and he will get an opportunity in the starting rotation at some... Read More
Cole Hamels Still Two Weeks Away From Throwing
Atlanta Braves starter Cole Hamels (shoulder) showed up to Spring Training on Saturday, but the veteran pitcher is still a few weeks away from being cleared to throw. Hamels irritated his shoulder while working out in the offseason, and the 36-year-old will not be ready for Opening Day. When healthy, the four-time All-Star is still... Read More
Ivan Barbashev Scores Twice On Tuesday
St. Louis Blues right wing Ivan Barbashev scored two even-strength goals during Tuesday's 3-0 win over the New Jersey Devils. The Russian forward had not scored since January 13. Barbashev plays fourth-line minutes for the Blues and does not see any action on the power play. He only has 24 points in 58 games this... Read More
Jordan Binnington Notches 17-Save Shutout Against Devils
St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington stopped all 17 shots that came his way during Tuesday's 3-0 win over the New Jersey Devils. The win snapped a four-start losing streak for the 26-year-old. Binnington has had a tougher time in the second half of the season, posting a 6-5-3 record and .886 save percentage since... Read More
Brady Tkachuk Nets 17th Goal Of The Season
Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk scored in the first period of Thursday's 3-2 win over the Arizona Coyotes. The fourth-overall pick from the 2018 NHL Entry Draft had a productive start to the season, but he only has eight points in 17 games since the beginning of January. Nevertheless, even when Tkachuk is not... Read More
Wayne Simmonds Leads Devils To Win Over Red Wings
New Jersey Devils right wing Wayne Simmonds scored twice in the third period of Thursday's 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. The power forward has totaled four points over his past three games. Simmonds' days of being a fantasy phenom are long gone, but his 120 hits still give him some value in deeper... Read More
Andreas Athanasiou Produces Power-Play Goal On Thursday
Detroit Red Wings center Andreas Athanasiou got his team on the board with a power-play goal during Thursday's 4-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils. The 25-year-old fired three shots on net in the contest. Athanasiou has now scored three times in his past three games, boosting his season totals to eight goals and 14... Read More
Eugenio Suarez Has A Realistic Shot At Opening Day
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (shoulder) has a realistic chance at being ready for Opening Day, according to manager David Bell. The 28-year-old underwent surgery to remove loose cartilage in his shoulder back in January. While this is a promising step in the right direction, Suarez still needs to resume swinging a bat and... Read More
Cole Hamels Suffering From Shoulder Discomfort
Atlanta Braves starter Cole Hamels (shoulder) has not reported to Spring Training yet due to an irritation in his shoulder. Initial reports suggest that the injury is not a long-term concern, but there will be a reevaluation in three weeks, so it is not a guarantee that he will be ready for Opening Day. The... Read More
Sam Reinhart Leads Sabres To Win Over Red Wings
Buffalo Sabres right wing Sam Reinhart netted the game-winning goal in the third period of Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings. The 24-year-old also added an assist and fired five shots on net in the contest. Since the start of January, Reinhart has been producing at a steady clip, with nine goals and... Read More
Anthony Mantha Nabs Two Assists In Return To Lineup
Detroit Red Wings right wing Anthony Mantha produced two even-strength assists during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. It was Mantha's first game since Dec. 21, and just his 30th game of the season. The 25-year-old has had unfortunate injury luck throughout his young career, which has prevented him from truly breaking out. On... Read More
Dellin Betances Believes He'll Be Ready For Opening Day
New York Mets reliever Dellin Betances (shoulder, Achilles) told reporters on Tuesday that he will be ready for Opening Day. The 31-year-old endured a miserable 2019 season that was plagued with injuries, limiting him to only one appearance. Nevertheless, if Betances is ready for the start of the 2020 season, he will likely serve as... Read More
J.T. Miller Continuing Career-Best Season
Vancouver Canucks left wing J.T. Miller recorded a goal and an assist during Monday's 6-2 dismantling of the Nashville Predators. Miller has enjoyed a stellar campaign during his first season with the Canucks, tallying 22 goals, 34 assists, and 18 power-play points through 57 games. He has already matched his previous career-high in points and... Read More
