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Mario Edwards SEA DE
Mario Edwards: Visits Houston
1h agoEdwards (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
2h agoThe 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
3h agoThe 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
3h agoDowdle 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
3h agoMattison 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
4h agoYoung 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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Grae Kessinger HOU SS
Astros' Grae Kessinger: Diagnosed with hamstring strain
6m agoKessinger suffered a right hamstring strain during Monday's exhibition against Miami, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.
Kessinger suffered the injury while running the bases, and his status for the start of the regular season is in jeopardy following this diagnosis. The 26-year-old is expected to be re-evaluated within the next few days to determine his next steps and a potential timetable for a return.
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Andy Ibanez DET 2B
Tigers' Andy Ibanez: Impressing in camp
43m agoIbanez has played well this spring and likely has locked up an Opening Day roster spot, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Ibanez was a pleasant surprise for the Tigers last season and he's carried that over into camp, as he's now popped four home runs in 15 Grapefruit League contests to go along with a .963 OPS. The utility player doesn't have a regular home on the diamond, but if he keeps swinging a hot bat, he may force his way into the lineup more often than not.
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Shota Imanaga CHC RP
Cubs' Shota Imanaga: To start home opener?
1h agoImanaga appears on track to start the Cubs' fourth game of the season on April 1, which is the home opener, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Justin Steele will get the ball on Opening Day in Texas, potentially followed by Kyle Hendricks and Jordan Wicks. Imanaga would then be in line to make his MLB debut when the Cubs return home for a series against the Rockies. The Japanese lefty has just a 4.66 ERA in three spring starts, though he's also struck out 19 batters in just 9.2 innings, which showcases the type of potential he possesses in his first season.
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Drew Smyly CHC SP
Cubs' Drew Smyly: Could serve as spot starter
1h agoSmyly could start the regular season in the rotation with Jameson Taillon (back) set to miss some time into April, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Taillon could return as soon as April 8 in San Diego, but the Cubs will have to fill his rotation spot until then. Justin Steele is set to start Opening Day on March 28, and Chicago gets an off day after that. However, the Cubs then have games on five straight days, so a full rotation will likely be needed. Beyond Steele, Kyle Hendricks and Shota Imanaga should be locked into starting spots, and Jordan Wicks is making a strong case in camp. That could leave Smyly, Javier Assad and Hayden Wesneski to compete for the No. 5 spot, at least until Taillon returns.
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Kyle Hendricks CHC SP
Cubs' Kyle Hendricks: Likely to slot in second
1h agoHendricks appears to be lined up to start Chicago's second game of the regular season, behind Opening Day starter Justin Steele, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
The southpaw Steele has emerged as the team's definitive ace, but the rotation gets a little more jumbled after that. Hendricks makes sense in the No. 2 spot, particularly as a veteran righty with Shota Imanaga, Jordan Wicks and possibly Drew Smyly joining Steele as left-handed starting options. Hendricks won't wow with strikeouts, though he's a steady pitcher who recorded a solid 3.74 ERA across 24 starts last season, giving him some fantasy value in the right matchups.
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Dominic Smith WAS 1B
Cubs' Dominic Smith: Less competition for role
1h agoSmith seems likely to make the Cubs' Opening Day roster, per Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, and he now has less competition with Matt Mervis getting optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Sunday.
Smith would give Chicago a left-handed power bat off the bench as well as a veteran option should Michael Busch falter at first base. It may not be a fantasy-friendly role right away, but Smith could have more value down the road if his playing time increases. The 28-year-old hit 12 home runs across 153 games with Washington last season to go along with a .254 batting average.
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Matisse Thybulle POR SF
Trail Blazers' Matisse Thybulle: Aggravates right ankle
12m agoThybulle has been ruled out after exiting Monday's game against Chicago in the second quarter after suffering a right ankle injury.
Thybulle entered Monday as questionable after coming off of one-game absence due to a right ankle sprain, and his in-game injury marks a second sprain of the same ankle. Jabari Walker currently leads the bench unit with 18 minutes of action Monday, while Dalano Banton's microwave scoring appeal moves up in the depth chart sans Thybulle.
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Vince Williams Jr. MEM SF
Grizzlies' Vince Williams: Officially out
19m agoWilliams (knee) won't play Monday against Sacramento.
Williams was tagged as doubtful leading up to Monday's matchup, and the team has now officially ruled him out. Look for Jake LaRavia, John Konchar and GG Jackson to continue to see an uptick in opportunities in the frontcourt with Williams unavailable.
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Onyeka Okongwu ATL C
Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu: Will play vs. Lakers
34m agoOkongwu (toe) is available for Monday's game against Los Angeles, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
Okongwu will be available for the first time since Feb. 12 after recovering from a left big toe sprain/inflammation. He'll likely see minutes as the backup center Monday evening behind Clint Capela.
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Isaiah Stewart DET PF
Pistons' Isaiah Stewart: Won't return Monday
37m agoStewart has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game due to right hamstring soreness, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports. He finished with five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds and one assist.
Taj Gibson started the second half in place of Stewart, who appeared to suffer the injury at some point late in the second quarter. The Pistons are classifying Stewart's injury as soreness, but he could be sent in for further imaging Tuesday if the team is concerned that he might be dealing with a strain. His absence for the rest of Monday's contest with leave Detroit shorthanded at forward, as Simone Fontecchio (toe) and Ausar Thompson (illness) had already been ruled out heading into the game.
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Alex Caruso CHI SG
Bulls' Alex Caruso: Re-enters Monday's contest
41m agoCaruso (toe/undisclosed) returned to Monday's game against Portland at the beginning of the second quarter.
Caruso appears to have just been a little gimpy after crashing to the floor in Monday's game. He should be unrestricted at this time.
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Anthony Davis LAL C
Lakers' Anthony Davis: Taking part in warmups Monday
45m agoDavis (eye) is participating in his typical pregame routine ahead of Monday's game against the Hawks, but the Lakers have yet to announce whether he'll play, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.
The team expressed optimism about Davis being able to play in Monday's contest earlier in the day, and this latest development is another step in the right direction. The Lakers should have official word on his availability closer to the 10:30 p.m. ET tipoff.
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Dmitry Kulikov FLA D
Panthers' Dmitry Kulikov: Receives two-game suspension
4h agoKulikov was suspended for two games by the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday for an illegal check to the head on Tampa Bay's Conor Sheary during Saturday's contest.
Kulikov will be eligible to return to the lineup Sunday against Philadelphia. He picked up a match penalty for the hit at the 3:38 mark of the second period in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning. Kulikov has generated 16 assists, 61 shots on goal, 70 blocked shots and 121 hits in 64 contests this campaign. Tobias Bjornfot will probably replace Kulikov in the lineup Thursday versus Nashville.
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Ryan Lindgren NYR D
Rangers' Ryan Lindgren: Deemed week-to-week
4h agoLindgren (lower body) is expected to be out of action for a few weeks, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.
Lindgren's injury, which he sustained in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Islanders, isn't as bad as the Rangers initially feared. Still, it is unclear if he will return before the end of the regular season. Lindgren has collected 13 points, 88 blocked shots and 100 hits in 66 games this season. The Rangers recalled Brandon Scanlin from AHL Hartford on Monday to serve as a depth option. Chad Ruhwedel will probably draw into the lineup Tuesday versus Winnipeg due to Lindgren's absence.
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Logan Stankoven DAL C
Stars' Logan Stankoven: Back with big club
5h agoStankoven was recalled from AHL Texas on Monday.
Stankoven has been up and down from the minors while appearing in 11 straight contests for Dallas. He has five goals and nine points at the NHL level in 2023-24.
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Sam Montembeault MON G
Canadiens' Sam Montembeault: Between pipes against Oilers
5h agoMontembeault will tend the twine on the road versus Edmonton on Tuesday.
Montembeault is mired in a four-game losing streak during which he has gone 0-2-2 with a 11 goals allowed on 124 shots. The netminder continues to split the load with Cayden Primeau, who has been getting more work since the Canadiens traded Jake Allen to the Devils at the deadline.
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Rourke Chartier OTT C
Senators' Rourke Chartier: Surfaces on IR
5h agoChartier (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.
Chartier is poised to miss his fifth straight game Tuesday versus Boston. It's unclear at this time when he will be able to return to the lineup. Chartier has chipped in two goals, one assist and 40 shots on net in 37 outings this season.
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Pat Maroon BOS LW
Bruins' Patrick Maroon: Labeled week-to-week
5h agoMaroon (back) is still considered week-to-week, Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe reports Monday.
Maroon has been sidelined since Jan. 27 versus the Ducks and will have to wait even longer to make his Bruins debut. Before the veteran got hurt, he was mired in a 13-game goal drought during which he registered a meager nine shots on net to go with two assists.