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  • Mario Edwards SEA DE
    Mario Edwards: Visits Houston
    4h ago

    Edwards (knee) had a visit with the Texans on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Edwards missed the final game of the 2023 season due to a knee injury. His visit in Houston indicates he has put that injury behind him. The journeyman recorded 21 tackles (15 solo), one pass defensed and one forced fumble across 15 games for Seattle last season. He is now looking for a new opportunity.

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  • Chase Young SF DE
    Saints' Chase Young: Officially joins New Orleans
    6h ago

    The Saints and Young agreed to a contract Monday.

    According to Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com, Young's new deal will be for one year. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 Draft, Young earned Defensive Rookie of the Year honors to kick off his career, but his next two seasons were derailed by injuries, and he split 2023 between the Commanders and 49ers. With 16.5 sacks in 43 games in his first four campaigns, he'll be a part of a New Orleans pass rush that features Cameron Jordan and Carl Granderson.

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  • Joshua Dobbs MIN QB
    49ers' Joshua Dobbs: Finds work in San Francisco
    6h ago

    The 49ers and Dobbs agreed to a contract Monday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    In 13 games (12 starts) between the Cardinals and Vikings this past season, Dobbs completed 262 of 417 (62.8 percent) of his passes for 2,464 yards, 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. He also was viable as a runner, averaging 5.5 yards on his 77 carries while scoring six TDs on the ground. Brock Purdy is the unquestioned starting quarterback for San Francisco, but Dobbs' recent on-field work should give him a leg up on the backup job ahead of holdover Brandon Allen.

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  • Rico Dowdle DAL RB
    Cowboys' Rico Dowdle: Remaining with Dallas
    6h ago

    Dowdle is set to re-sign with the Cowboys, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Following the free-agent departure of Tony Pollard, Dowdle is poised to reclaim his role in a Dallas backfield that also currently includes Deuce Vaughn, Malik Davis and Snoop Conner. Chances are, the Cowboys will add further RB depth via free agency or the draft, so until the team's personnel at the position is settled, Dowdle's fantasy upside for the 2024 season will be difficult to gauge.

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  • Alexander Mattison MIN RB
    Raiders' Alexander Mattison: Set to join Las Vegas backfield
    7h ago

    Mattison is in line to sign with the Raiders, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    In 16 games for the Vikings during the 2023 regular season, Mattison had 180 carries for 700 yards and caught 30 of his 44 targets for 192 yards and three receiving TDs. With the Raiders, Mattison -- who turns 26 in June -- is slated to provide the team with needed backfield depth and a complementary option alongside 2022 fourth-rounder Zamir White following the free-agent departure of Josh Jacobs. Assuming White serves as Las Vegas' top RB option, Mattison's weekly upside will be modest, but if White is injured or struggles at all as the 2024 season progresses, Mattison could reenter the fantasy lineup equation.

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  • Chase Young SF DE
    Chase Young: Looks set to sign with New Orleans
    8h ago

    Young is expected to sign a contract with the Saints after visiting with the team Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Young, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft and former Defensive Rookie of the Year, was acquired by the 49ers prior to last season's trade deadline. He tallied 2.5 sacks across nine regular-season games with San Francisco but was allowed to walk in free agency, where it looks like he'll get a fresh start in New Orleans. Young looks to finally be back in top form after knee issues significantly hampered him in 2021 and 2022, and it would be an ideal situation for him to pair with (and learn from) veteran defensive end Cameron Jordan with the Saints.

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  • Henry Davis PIT RF
    Pirates' Henry Davis: Drawing praise for defensive work
    4m ago

    Davis has impressed some in the Pirates pitching staff with his defensive work this spring, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Davis entered spring training with an uncertain fit on the big-league roster, primarily due to concern about his defensive ability behind the plate. However, he's drawn praise from both Mitch Keller and Jared Jones in recent days, and he also effectively blocked a pitch that was bounced by Martin Perez in Monday's game against the Phillies. Aiding Davis's cause is Yasmani Grandal's (foot) absence, a combination that seems likely to land him on the roster and in the lineup on Opening Day.

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  • Martin Perez PIT SP
    Pirates' Martin Perez: Locked into rotation spot
    12m ago

    Perez has allowed one earned run across 12 innings with a 13:4 K:BB in Grapefruit League action.

    There are a couple of vacancies in the back of the Pirates' rotation, but Perez will be locked in as a starter to begin the regular season. He built up to five innings in an outing against the Philies on Monday, racking up eight strikeouts against two walks without allowing a run. Despite the strong form, there should be some skepticism about Perez's performance, as he's posted an ERA above 4.40 in six of his last seven campaigns.

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  • Brandon Bielak HOU SP
    Astros' Brandon Bielak: Likely to make big-league club
    33m ago

    Bielak is likely to make the big-league roster out of spring training due to a combination of injuries to the Astros pitching staff, and because he is out of minor-league options, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

    Bielak hasn't pitched well this spring, allowing six earned runs across 7.1 innings while maintaining just a 5:4 K:BB. However, with both Justin Verlander (shoulder) and Jose Urquidy (forearm) destined for the injured list to begin the campaign, the Astros are in need of pitching depth. As things currently stand, Bielak is expected to serve in a relief role, with Ronel Blanco serving as the fifth starter.

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  • Forrest Wall ATL LF
    Braves' Forrest Wall: Appears in line to make roster
    43m ago

    Wall is now expected to begin the season in the majors, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

    With the caveat that Atlanta could still add a player over the next week, Wall now appears in line to break camp with a reserve role after the team reassigned Luke Williams, David Fletcher and Eli White among others Monday afternoon. Wall has just one hit in his last five spring games, but he launched three homers early on in camp. The 28-year-old can back up all three outfield positions.

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  • Nolan Schanuel LAA 1B
    Angels' Nolan Schanuel: Nursing minor injury
    2h ago

    Schanuel (back) was evaluated further after being scratched from Monday's exhibition against the Brewers, and he was told by trainers that it's not serious, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

    The Angels can breathe a sigh of relief as Schanuel appears to have avoided a significant injury. The team figures to closely monitor the 22-year-old over the next few days to ensure he's ready to go for Opening Day.

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  • Jake Fraley CIN RF
    Reds' Jake Fraley: Exits with undisclosed injury
    2h ago

    Fraley left Monday's Cactus League game against the Giants after fouling a ball off his lower body, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Fraley was able to walk off the field under his own power, and he was spotted back in the dugout shortly after exiting, per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Manager David Bell noted after the game that Fraley got hit "below the belt" and that he's feeling better, per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer.

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  • Stanley Umude DET SG
    Pistons' Stanley Umude: Matches team-high 34 minutes
    11m ago

    Umude registered 10 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 34 minutes during Monday's 119-94 loss to the Celtics.

    Umude's offensive volume was low in comparison to his minute share, but the 24-year-old is becoming a regularized member of Detroit rotation down the stretch. He has operated primarily as a spot-up threat across his NBA and G League tenures thus far, making it tough to foresee fantasy value down the stretch given the off-ball nature of his usage and Umude's infrequent defensive playmaking.

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  • Moses Moody GS SF
    Warriors' Moses Moody: Won't return Monday
    23m ago

    Moody has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Knicks due to left knee soreness. He finished with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one assist and one steal in eight minutes of action.

    Moody carried a probable designation while dealing with left knee soreness leading up to his clearance for Monday's game, and the issue appears to have flared-up to the point of removing him from the contest. It's a troubling development for the 21-year-old, who also had a multi-week absence due to left calf soreness in January.

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  • John Collins UTA C
    Jazz's John Collins: Evades concussion
    1h ago

    Collins avoided a concussion but suffered a head contusion during Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

    This is positive news for the Jazz, as it means Collins will have a chance to play in Oklahoma City on Wednesday. The trainers will likely re-evaluate the big man Tuesday morning to get a better idea of what his availability looks like for later in the week.

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  • John Collins UTA C
    Jazz's John Collins: Enters concussion protocol
    2h ago

    Collins is being evaluated for a concussion and will not return to Monday's game against Minnesota.

    Collins was visibly shaken up after attempting to contest an Anthony Edwards' dunk-of-the-year submission. His next opportunity to take the court comes Wednesday versus Oklahoma City, but his status for the remainder of the week could be entirely determined by if he is concussed. In his stead, Walker Kessler is likely due for more minutes, while Luka Samanic could re-enter the rotation and the versatility of Taylor Hendricks may be leaned on.

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  • Christian Wood LAL PF
    Lakers' Christian Wood: Headed for surgery
    2h ago

    Wood is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and will remain out for several weeks, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

    This latest development is more bad news for the Lakers, as it seems unlikely that Wood will be cleared for game action before the regular season draws to a close. However, the team will evaluate the 28-year-old after the procedure to get a better idea of the timeline for his recovery.

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  • John Collins UTA C
    Jazz's John Collins: Sent to locker room
    2h ago

    Collins went to the locker room during the third quarter of Monday's game against the Timberwolves with an apparent face injury, Sarah Todd of The Deseret News reports.

    Collins took the brunt of a thunderous dunk by Anthony Edwards, who was also forced to temporarily visit the locker room before returning. Collins appeared to take a hand and knee to the face and is currently being evaluated by the training staff.

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  • Dylan Strome WAS C
    Capitals' Dylan Strome: Two points vs. Calgary
    10m ago

    Strome notched a goal and an assist in Monday's 5-2 win over the Flames.

    Strome opened the scoring late in the first period Monday, beating Dustin Wolf with a wrister from the circle, before adding a second point with an assist on an Alex Ovechkin power-play marker in the second. The goal was the first in seven games for Strome, who'd gone without a point in his previous four contests. The 27-year-old center is up to 23 goals, matching a career high set last year, and 53 points through 67 games this season.

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  • Dustin Wolf CGY G
    Flames' Dustin Wolf: Falls to Washington
    17m ago

    Wolf allowed four goals on 32 shots in a 5-2 loss to the Capitals on Monday.

    Three of the Caps' five goals came in the second period, including a pair of Alex Ovechkin power-play tallies, as Wolf's winning streak was halted at two. The 22-year-old Wolf has started three straight games with Jacob Markstrom (lower body) sidelined. Overall, Wolf is 3-4-1 with an .897 save percentage and 3.25 GAA this season. While he's been decent in his current NHL stint, there's a good chance that Wolf will either be relegated to backup duty or sent back to the AHL with Markstrom likely to return before the Flames' next game Saturday in Vancouver.

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  • Charlie Lindgren WAS G
    Capitals' Charlie Lindgren: Wins third straight
    27m ago

    Lindgren stopped 34 of 36 shots in Monday's 5-2 victory over Calgary.

    Lindgren was sharp again Monday, holding the Flames to single goals in the second and third periods en route to a third-straight win and fifth in his last six outings -- Lindgren's posted an impressive .956 save percentage in that span. The 30-year-old netminder improves to 18-11-5 on the season with a .915 save percentage and 2.59 GAA while firming his grasp on the starting job in Washington. Lindgren figures to be between the pipes again Wednesday when the Capitals host Toronto.

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  • Alex Ovechkin WAS LW
    Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Two goals in record-tying effort
    35m ago

    Ovechkin scored a pair of goals in Monday's 5-2 win over the Flames.

    Ovechkin extended Washington's lead to 2-0 on a second-period power play, directing a Max Pacioretty feed past Dustin Wolf for his 20th goal of the season. He'd add a second tally (also with the man advantage) later in the frame, beating Wolf with his patented one-timer from the circle. The 38-year-old Ovechkin has reached the 20-goal threshold in each of his last 19 seasons, tying a record held by Hall-of-Famers Gordie Howe and Brendan Shanahan. Ovechkin now has 13 goals and 24 points in his last 22 contests -- he's up to 52 points (21 goals, 31 assists) through 64 games this season.

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  • Maxwell Willman NJ C
    Devils' Max Willman: Recalled Monday
    2h ago

    Willman was promoted from AHL Utica on Monday, per CapFriendly.

    Willman hasn't seen any NHL action since Feb. 6. He has two points in 13 contests with New Jersey this season.

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  • Santeri Hatakka NJ D
    Devils' Santeri Hatakka: Back with big club
    2h ago

    Hatakka was recalled from AHL Utica on Monday, per CapFriendly.

    Hatakka has recorded two assists over nine NHL appearances this season. The 23-year-old could get back in the lineup Tuesday against the Penguins.

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