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  • Mario Edwards SEA DE
    Mario Edwards: Visits Houston
    5h 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
    7h 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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  • Angel Felipe OAK RP
    Angel Felipe: Hits open market
    11m ago

    The Athletics released Felipe (elbow) on Monday.

    Felipe was designated for assignment Saturday and will now become a free agent after failing to draw any interest on waivers. He's already been ruled out for the entire 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery Friday.

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  • John Brebbia CHW RP
    White Sox's John Brebbia: Works one inning
    21m ago

    Brebbia (calf) threw one inning in a minor-league game Monday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

    Brebbia is working his way back from a calf injury and had a successful return to game action. He remained non-committal about his status for Opening Day, noting that he typically needs eight-to-10 innings in the exhibition season to get properly stretched out. Monday's outing marked his first game action of the spring, meaning he may need to start the regular season on the injured list.

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  • Henry Davis PIT RF
    Pirates' Henry Davis: Drawing praise for defensive work
    32m 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
    40m 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
    1h 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
    1h 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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  • Derrick White BOS SG
    Celtics' Derrick White: Earns first career triple-double
    2m ago

    White closed Monday's 119-94 win over the Pistons with 22 points (8-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes. He also had three turnovers.

    White bombed away Monday, leading to his 13th game with at least five made threes through 63 appearances this year. White's versatile production came while Jayson Tatum (ankle) and Jrue Holiday (shoulder) were inactive Monday, but he's kicked into another gear over his last five games, averaging 16.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 6.4 assists while attempting 14.4 shots a night.

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  • Malachi Flynn DET PG
    Pistons' Malachi Flynn: Scores 11 in shorthanded backcourt
    13m ago

    Flynn posted 11 points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals in 18 minutes during Monday's 119-94 loss to the Celtics.

    Flynn set a new personal high for his Detroit tenure with 18 minutes of action Monday, although the 25-year-old has been an inconsistent part of the rotation of late, picking up five healthy scratches across Detroit's last eight games. Flynn could once again be subtracted from the rotation if Cade Cunningham (knee) is able to return Wednesday versus Indiana.

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  • James Wiseman DET C
    Pistons' James Wiseman: Flashes versatility Monday
    17m ago

    Wiseman ended with 12 points (4-10 FG, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes during Monday's 119-94 loss to Boston.

    Wiseman's offensive output wasn't overly impressive, but Monday marked his fourth game of the season with at least three assists, while also representing his fifth game with at least three steals-plus-blocks. The 22-year-old has plenty of time and tools to continue developing as a player, but hitting the aforementioned thresholds isn't a high bar, which is a factor in his limited fantasy appeal.

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  • Jaden Ivey DET SG
    Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Shoulders offense in loss
    26m ago

    Ivey ended with 21 points (10-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and one block across 29 minutes during Monday's 119-94 loss to Boston.

    Ivey was the only Piston to exceed 12 points Monday, and he did so effectively despite continuing to struggle from beyond the arc. Overall, Ivey's dribble jumper has been a respectable component of his offense this season, yielding a 35.9 percent clip that ranks in the 48th percentile among all players.

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  • Jalen Johnson ATL SF
    Hawks' Jalen Johnson: Exits with ankle injury
    30m ago

    Johnson went to the locker room after suffering an ankle injury Monday against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Johnson appeared to roll the same ankle that forced him to miss three games earlier in the month, and he immediately headed to the locker room to get checked out. Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network notes that Johnson was able to return to the bench area a short time after, though he didn't re-enter the contest with his team down big and only a few minutes remaining.

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  • Stanley Umude DET SG
    Pistons' Stanley Umude: Matches team-high 34 minutes
    38m 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 regular 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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  • Tage Thompson BUF C
    Sabres' Tage Thompson: One of each Monday
    5m ago

    Thompson scored a goal on five shots, added an assist, went plus-2 and logged three hits in Monday's 6-2 win over the Kraken.

    Thompson has three goals and three helpers over his last five outings since a one-game absence with an upper-body injury. He tied the game at 1-1 just 49 seconds into the first period and set up Alex Tuch later in the frame for what ended up being the game-winner. Thompson is up to 21 tallies, 41 points, 207 shots on net, 60 hits and a minus-9 rating through 58 appearances. He'll fall well short of his last two campaigns, but his top-line role continues to make him an interesting option in fantasy.

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  • Jeff Skinner BUF LW
    Sabres' Jeff Skinner: Hat trick in win
    9m ago

    Skinner scored three goals on six shots and went plus-3 in Monday's 6-2 win over the Kraken.

    Skinner had a goal in each period to account for half of the Sabres' offense. It's his third multi-goal game of the campaign, and he's now racked up five tallies and four assists over nine games in March. For the season, the winger is up to 24 tallies, 45 points, 186 shots on net and a plus-2 rating through 61 appearances. A 30-goal campaign isn't out of the question, but he'd need to have a strong final month.

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  • Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen BUF G
    Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen: Cruises to win
    12m ago

    Luukkonen stopped 32 of 34 shots in Monday's 6-2 win over the Kraken.

    Luukkonen has gone 13 games without allowing more than three goals, and he's won nine of them. He allowed a goal in the first minute and gave up a fluky power-play tally later in the first period, but that was the extent of the damage. The Finn improved to 23-17-3 with a 2.39 GAA and a .915 save percentage over 44 appearances. Luukkonen will likely get some rest Tuesday in Vancouver, as the Sabres are expected to start Devon Levi in that game versus the Canucks.

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  • Dylan Strome WAS C
    Capitals' Dylan Strome: Two points versus Calgary
    37m 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 eight 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
    45m 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
    1h 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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