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Josh Lindblom To Miss Some Time
Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Josh Lindblom (knee) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. This isn't good news for the team as they also announced that veteran lefty Brett Anderson (hamstring) would be joining him. The 33-year-old was having a rough go during the 2021 campaign, sporting a miserable 10.97 ERA. After a rocky […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoBrett Anderson Placed On Injured List
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brett Anderson (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list. The veteran exited Friday's outing against the Cubs after facing just one batter, and a subsequent MRI revealed a strained right hamstring to be the culprit. Anderson was enjoying an efficient season, sporting a 2.65 ERA and a record of two […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoFanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/24/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice
With the postseason right around the corner, things are getting interesting around the league. With teams looking to increase positioning come draft time, it won’t be unusual to see guys scratched at the last minute, in addition to some unknown players getting some time on the floor. As a result, it is more important than […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoSam Huff To Miss A Few Months
Texas Rangers catcher Sam Huff (knee) is expected to be out at least eight weeks. The prospect will be on the shelf to have surgery to remove a loose body, an injury he sustained after hurting his right knee while rehabbing from a hamstring strain. While the 23-year-old may be back behind the dish at […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoBrett Anderson Leaves Friday’s Matchup Against Cubs
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brett Anderson (hamstring) departed Friday's matchup against Chicago. After facing only one batter, the lefty was yanked due to what was initially classified as knee discomfort. However, he will have an MRI performed on his right hamstring, an ailment that could keep him on the shelf for quite some time moving […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoBrad Miller Held Out On Friday Evening
Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Brad Miller (neck) wasn't in the lineup against the Rockies. The 31-year-old is considered day-to-day while dealing with neck stiffness and was replaced by Nick Maton on Friday night. Miller has been on a roll during his sporadic appearances this year, batting .368 and racking up seven hits, three RBI, and […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoEvan Longoria Won’t Play Against Miami
San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (hamstring) will not play against the visiting Marlins. The veteran was removed from Thursday's contest against Miami, and although it wasn't abundantly clear what the reason was at the time, the 35-year-old was scratched due to left hamstring tightness. Longoria should be considered day-to-day, although it wouldn't be […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoRonald Guzman Officially Done For The Season
Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (knee) will miss the remainder of the season. The 26-year-old suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee back on April 12 against Tampa Bay, initially landing him on the 10-day injured list. However, with surgery now the most logical option, he may have played his last game with […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoMike Trout Not In The Lineup On Friday Night
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) will not play on Friday against Houston. The former MVP was nailed by a Cristian Javier slider on Thursday night and was removed from the game prematurely as a result. Luckily, Trout stated that the pitch made contact mostly on his protective elbow pad, so fantasy managers can […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoZach McKinstry Headed To 10-Day IL
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Zach McKinstry (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The 25-year-old was scratched from Thursday night's game against the Padres due to back tightness and was subsequently replaced by Luke Raley out in right field. McKinstry is in the midst of an efficient 2021 campaign, so fantasy managers will […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoEvan Longoria Leaves Thursday’s Game Against Miami
San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria exited Thursday's matchup against the Miami Marlins. After getting the day off to rest on Wednesday, the 35-year-old made a premature departure, although the reason is unknown as of right now. Longoria has been dealing with plantar fasciitis since the beginning of the season, so it wouldn't be […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoZach McKinstry Not In The Lineup Against Padres
Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman/outfielder Zach McKinstry (back) was held out of Thursday's matchup against San Diego. McKinstry was a late scratch after reportedly dealing with stiffness in his lower back and was subsequently replaced by Luke Raley out in right field. The 25-year-old has been putting up respectable numbers during the 2021 campaign, compiling […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoMike Trout Exits Early Against Houston
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) left Thursday's contest against the Astros. A Cristian Javier slider hit the 29-year-old, and though it didn't look good initially, Trout was observed informing Alex Bregman that the pitch had mostly made contact on his protective elbow pad. While it appears that the former MVP was removed for […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoP.J. Washington Questionable Against Portland
Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against Portland. The 22-year-old has been dealing with a right ankle sprain that has cost him his previous three contests. With Cody Zeller getting a DNP on Friday night, Jalen McDaniels and Vernon Carey Jr. could be in store for additional run against […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoFred VanVleet Sitting Against Oklahoma City
Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (hip) won't play against Oklahoma City. The 27-year-old will get to sit this one out as he works his way back to full strength from a hip flexor strain that cost him seven games. With Kyle Lowry (rest) also out on Sunday, look for Gary Trent Jr. and Malachi Flynn […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoKyle Lowry Resting Against OKC
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (rest) will not play against Oklahoma City on Sunday. The veteran will get another night off to rest, his fourth straight absence, as the team looks toward the draft and the 2022 campaign. With Fred VanVleet (hip) also out, expect Malachi Flynn and Gary Trent Jr. to get plenty of […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoOG Anunoby Out Against OKC
Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (rest) won't play again on Sunday against OKC. The 23-year-old wasn't in the lineup on Friday night against Orlando and will now miss his second straight as the team looks toward the draft and next season. With Kyle Lowry (rest), Fred VanVleet (hip), and Pascal Siakam (shoulder) out as well […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoPascal Siakam Won’t Play Against OKC
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (shoulder) will not play on Friday against Oklahoma City. The 27-year-old is currently dealing with left shoulder inflammation and will now miss his second straight outing. With Fred VanVleet (hip), OG Anunoby (calf), and Kyle Lowry (hip) all out as well, look for Malachi Flynn, Chris Boucher, and Khem Birch […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoMo Bamba In Danger Of Sitting Again
Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba (hip) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's encounter with Houston. The big man has been dealing with a left hip contusion, an ailment that caused him to miss the team's previous two games against Chicago and Toronto. Without Bamba in the lineup, expect Wendell Carter Jr. to get more […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoKevin Durant Out For Remainder Of Sunday’s Contest
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (thigh) will miss the remainder of Sunday's matchup against Miami. The veteran was observed favoring his left leg on his way back to the locker room, with a thigh contusion being the official diagnosis. This could have been worse, but it's still not welcome news, especially since Durant just returned […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoJimmy Butler Now Day-To-Day
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) is out on Sunday against Brooklyn. The veteran has been playing through a right ankle sprain, but with the postseason around the corner, the team opted to play it safe by holding him out. He is considered day-to-day moving ahead, so fantasy managers in the playoffs of season-long leagues […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoFanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/18/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice
Although there weren’t that many, Saturday’s slate of games still did enough to keep things interesting. The Jazz and Lakers went into overtime to begin the day. Then, the Russell Westbrook of old made another appearance, with the former MVP racking up an impressive 15-point, 14-rebound, 11-assist triple-double against the Pistons. Bradley Beal also had […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoJohn Wall To Rest Against Orlando
Houston Rockets guard John Wall (injury management) will not play on Sunday against Orlando. With the team playing its first of a back-to-back, the 30-year-old will get the night off to rest. Without Wall in the lineup, Kevin Porter Jr. is a definite must-start in all formats, including DFS, as he will see a noticeable […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoAndre Iguodala Questionable Against Brooklyn
Miami Heat forward Andre Iguodala (hip) is questionable for Sunday's matinee with the Nets. The veteran has been dealing with soreness in his left hip, an ailment that forced him to sit out of Friday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Trevor Ariza should continue to benefit if Iguodala is out again, with the 35-year-old averaging […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoVictor Oladipo Not Close To Returning
Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (knee) isn't expected back anytime soon. The 28-year-old does not have a return date at the moment, and based on the severity of his past injuries, the team will play it safe in hopes of having him back at full strength for the postseason. With only a few weeks left […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoJimmy Butler In Jeopardy Of Sitting Against Nets
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) could miss Sunday's contest against Brooklyn. The veteran has been dealing with a sprained right ankle but has been able to play through it, so it appears likely he will be good to go. If he does sit out for some reason, Goran Dragic, Trevor Ariza, Tyler Herro, and […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoJames Harden Out Again On Sunday
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) will sit out during Sunday's matchup against Miami. The veteran continues to make progress toward working his way back from a right hamstring strain. Without the former MVP in the mix, expect Kyrie Irving to benefit from a usage standpoint while running things at the point. In addition to […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoDoug McDermott Remains Questionable Against Hawks
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks. The veteran has missed his previous two games while working his way back from a sprained left ankle. With Myles Turner (ankle) also in danger of missing another one, the team may once again be shorthanded underneath the rim, a void […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoMyles Turner May Play Against Atlanta
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (ankle) could make his return on Sunday against the visiting Hawks. The 25-year-old has missed the previous six contests while dealing with a left ankle sprain. If Turner isn't able to make it back against Atlanta, expect Domantas Sabonis to continue to man the middle, with Edmond Sumner and Jeremy […]
Dennis Clausen 4 years agoDanilo Gallinari Will Miss Another One On Sunday
Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) will sit out during Sunday's matchup against Indiana. The veteran has missed his previous three games while battling soreness in his right foot. In his absence, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Kevin Huerter should continue to see extended run, although their usage and workload could be jeopardized by the potential return […]
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