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Jeremiah Pharms NE DE
Patriots' Jeremiah Pharms: Returning to New England
8h agoPharms agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Patriots on Monday, Mike Kadlick of CLNSMedia.com reports.
Pharms played in 16 regular-season contests with New England in 2024, tallying 33 tackles (16 solo), including 2.0 sacks. He saw his most action at the end of the campaign, logging at least 58 percent of the team's defensive snaps in each of his final three games. Pharms likely will continue to work in a rotational role for the Patriots next season.
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Julius Wood TEN DB
Titans' Julius Wood: Eligible to participate in OTAs
8h agoThe NFL temporarily lifted Wood's six-game suspension Monday, making him eligible to participate in offseason activities, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Wood was suspended for six games in early December due to a violation of the league's performance-enhancing substances policy. The rookie safety served most of the punishment by missing Tennessee's final five contests, but he'll need to sit out one more game before he's able to suit up again. Wood played mostly on special teams in his first NFL campaign, logging just five defensive snaps over nine contests.
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De'Vondre Campbell SF OLB
49ers' De'Vondre Campbell: Suspension officially over
8h agoThe 49ers lifted Campbell's suspension Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Campbell was suspended for San Francisco's final three regular-season contests after he refused to enter the team's Week 15 loss to the Rams. The 31-year-old joined the 49ers on a one-year contract last March and now is slated to become a free agent. Given his unceremonious ending to the season, it's a foregone conclusion that Campbell won't be with San Francisco next season.
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Nick Bolton KC OLB
Chiefs' Nick Bolton: Prefers to remain in KC
15h agoBolton told reporters that Kansas City "feels like home" when asked about his impending free agency following Sunday night's 40-22 loss to the Eagles in the Super Bowl, Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com reports.
Bolton has started 53 of the 57 regular-season games he's appeared in since entering the league in 2021, tallying a team-leading 458 total tackles during that span. The 24-year-old also played three seasons at Missouri in college, stating that Kansas City has "welcomed [him] with open arms" for the past seven years. Given Bolton's significant role in the Chiefs' defensive success over the last four seasons and his desire to remain with the team, he'll likely ink an extension to stay in Kansas City this summer.
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Dallas Goedert PHI TE
Eagles' Dallas Goedert: Two grabs in SB LIX victory
1d agoGoedert secured both targets for 27 yards in the Eagles' 40-22 win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday.
The talented tight end helped ignite the Eagles' first touchdown drive with a 20-yard reception on the second play of the possession, and he subsequently drew an unnecessary roughness penalty on the same drive when he took a hit to the head from the Chiefs' Trent McDuffie on a third-down incompletion. Goedert would go on to play a minor role the rest of the way, but by recording a second catch, he finished with multiple receptions in each of Philadelphia's four postseason victories. When healthy, Goedert once again was a key complementary target for Jalen Hurts during the regular season and postseason, but he's slated to head into the final year of his contract in 2025 unless an extension is reached or Philadelphia opts to exercise a potential out that would result in a dead cap hit of just over $11 million.
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Isiah Pacheco KC RB
Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco: Starts, but produces little Sunday
1d agoPacheco took three carries for seven yards and brought in one of two targets for five yards in Sunday's 40-22 loss to the Eagles.
Pacheco was the first back deployed out of Kansas City's backfield in what turned out to be a blowout loss for the Chiefs. Recent starter Kareem Hunt wound up matching Pacheco in total touches, so the starting honors meant little in the one-sided affair. That said, his veteran counterpart is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason while Pacheco still has one year left on his rookie contract. The Chiefs could bolster their backfield in the coming months, but Pacheco stands to be the favorite to start next year as the situation currently stands.
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Sean Guenther DET RP
Tigers' Sean Guenther: In line for Opening Day bullpen?
11h agoGuenther has a good chance to make Detroit's bullpen coming out of spring training, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Guenther saw some work with the Tigers down the stretch last season and pitched well, turning in a 0.86 ERA and 0.52 WHIP across 21 innings. The lefty could now parlay that into an Opening Day bullpen role if he has a strong spring training. Guenther would likely see low-leverage opportunities in the early going, though he could seize a larger role at some point if he continues to impress.
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Alex Lange DET RP
Tigers' Alex Lange: On outside looking in?
11h agoLange (lat) may not make Detroit's Opening Day bullpen, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
The Tigers have added some pitching depth in the offseason, including Tommy Kahnle, who figures to secure a bullpen spot out of the gates. Kenta Maeda may also shift to the bullpen, with Alex Cobb added to the rotation. These developments could push Lange out, especially because he's recovering from June lat surgery and still has minor-league options remaining. The righty led Detroit with 26 saves just two years ago but has seemingly fallen out of favor. Control has always been an issue for Lange, and he walked 17 batters in only 18.2 MLB innings last season, making him a risky bullpen option.
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Colin Rea CHC SP
Cubs' Colin Rea: Could slide into rotation
11h agoWith Javier Assad (oblique) set to potentially miss some time, Rea may end up as the Cubs' fifth starter out of camp, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Assad is dealing with oblique soreness and was scheduled to undergo imaging Monday. It's unclear how long he might be out, but the MRI makes it seem like he could be on the shelf for a bit. If that ends up being the case, Rea would be a natural option to step in. The veteran righty has plenty of starting experience at the MLB level, including 27 starts for the Brewers last year. Rea turned in a 4.29 ERA and 1.26 WHIP across 167.2 innings in 2024.
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Gage Workman CHC SS
Cubs' Gage Workman: Could make team out of camp
11h agoWorkman, who was selected in the Rule 5 draft back in December, has an increased chance to make the team out of spring training with Nico Hoerner (elbow) uncertain for Opening Day, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Workman has never appeared above the Double-A level, but the uncertainty surrounding Hoerner's return could open the door, at least in the short term. The Cubs have to keep the Rule 5 pick in the majors all season if they want to retain him, so that gives Workman an added boost of momentum. The 25-year-old may end up seeing some playing time in the early going, though it remains to be seen if he'll be able to cut it at the MLB level.
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Alexander Canario CHC DH
Cubs' Alexander Canario: Set for Opening Day bench role?
11h agoBrujan has a good chance at making Chicago's Opening Day roster in a bench role, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
After appearing in six games for the Cubs as a rookie in 2023, Canario saw 15 games of action last year. He's still just 24 years old and has some upside, and with Nico Hoerner (elbow) uncertain for Opening Day, the Cubs could have a roster spot to fill. Making the team out of camp would give Canario a fantasy boost, though he's still unlikely to see enough playing time right away to make a big impact.
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Vidal Brujan CHC 2B
Cubs' Vidal Brujan: On track for Opening Day roster?
11h agoBrujan has a good shot at making Chicago's Opening Day roster in a bench role, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Nico Hoerner's recovery from October flexor tendon surgery complicates the roster picture, as it's unclear if he'll be ready for Opening Day. If he isn't, the Cubs will need to fill their roster with other players, and Brujan could be on that list. The 27-year-old was shipped to Chicago from Miami in December. Brujan was once a top prospect with Tampa Bay, but he's struggled across parts of four seasons in the majors. He would likely be a depth piece for the Cubs with limited fantasy appeal.
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LeBron James LAL SF
Lakers' LeBron James: Spotted back on bench
7h agoJames (abdomen) returned to the bench during the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the Jazz, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
James made a quick trip to the locker room after taking a charge earlier in the quarter, though he was spotted sitting on the bench with a few minutes remaining in the game. It's unclear if he would have been cleared to return, as there was no need to force him back into action given LA's comfortable lead. The club should have additional information on the extent of James' injury shortly.
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LeBron James LAL SF
Lakers' LeBron James: Leaves for locker room Monday
7h agoJames exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent abdominal injury in the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the Jazz, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
James grabbed at his midsection after colliding with an opposing player. The superstar walked back to the locker room with the training staff, though he has since returned to the tunnel and is stretching the abdominal area, per Mark Medina of NBA.com.
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Justin Champagnie WAS SF
Wizards' Justin Champagnie: Offers spark off bench in loss
8h agoChampagnie finished Monday's 131-121 loss to the Spurs with 14 points (5-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block across 18 minutes.
Champagnie shifted back to Washington's bench in the return of rookie first-rounder Kyshawn George (ankle), but the move didn't stop him from turning in his highest scoring output since the Jan. 1 win over Chicago. Even so, Champagnie hasn't done enough overall to warrant much fantasy attention when he isn't able to function with the starters. Through 20 appearances from the second unit, the 23-year-old has averaged 5.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.6 steals in 11.9 minutes.
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Tristan Vukcevic WAS PF
Wizards' Tristan Vukcevic: Standout showing off bench
8h agoVukcevic ended with 18 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 20 minutes during Monday's 131-121 loss to the Spurs.
Although Vukcevic fell a lone point shy of his career high, he was still able to establish a new season high Monday. The rebuilding Wizards have been rolling with veteran Richaun Holmes as their starting center in the absence of rookie first-rounder Alex Sarr (ankle), but Vukcevic will remain a candidate for increased playing time down the stretch of the campaign. The 2023 second-rounder has averaged 9.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.1 threes in 14.0 minutes while shooting 53.2 percent from the field across his last seven contests.
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De'Aaron Fox SA PG
Spurs' De'Aaron Fox: Drops 30 points in victory
8h agoFox totaled 30 points (7-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 15-18 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Monday's 131-121 win over the Wizards.
Fox did exactly half of his scoring from the charity stripe Monday, marking season highs in both free-throw attempts and makes. This was an impressive bounce-back performance from the Kentucky product, who was held to nine points in 34 minutes Saturday against the Magic. It was also a great sign that both Fox and Victor Wembanyama scored 30-plus points, which demonstrates further that both stars can produce at a high level after joining forces.
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Jordan Poole WAS SG
Wizards' Jordan Poole: Dreadful shooting performance
8h agoPoole notched 16 points (4-18 FG, 2-13 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Monday's 131-121 loss to the Spurs.
It was a dreadful shooting performance from the floor by Poole, who struggled mightily to find open looks against the strong defense of San Antonio's new-look backcourt. Even so, the 25-year-old combo guard has remained productive with averages of 20.7 points, 4.9 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 0.7 steals, 0.6 blocks and 2.7 threes in 31.6 minutes across his last seven games. With Kyle Kuzma having been traded and the rebuilding Wizards' plans for Khris Middleton (ankles) being unclear, Poole is locked in as the team's top playmaker and scoring option going forward.
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Rutger McGroarty PIT RW
Penguins' Rutger McGroarty: Performing well in minors
17h agoMcGroarty has registered six goals and 16 helpers in 39 games with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, including five points in his last 10 outings.
McGroarty struggled at the start of the 2024-25 campaign, managing just one helper in his first eight AHL contests but has seemingly found his game with the Baby Pens. With Pittsburgh likely headed for a third straight season without a postseason appearance, McGroarty could be one of a handful of youngsters to see minutes with the NHL club in the final few weeks of the year.
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Gustav Forsling FLA D
Panthers' Gustav Forsling: Dealing with illness
17h agoForsling (illness) missed Team Sweden's practice Monday, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.
Forsling is expected to return to the ice for Tuesday's session ahead of Wednesday's 4 Nations Face-Off opener versus Team Canada. Sweden is deep down the left side, with Victor Hedman, Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Ekholm, which could make Forsling a healthy scratch when the tournament begins. However, the 28-year-old Forsling could be a candidate to replace Jonas Brodin on the top pairing with Hedman.
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Andreas Englund NSH D
Predators' Andreas Englund: Claimed off waivers
17h agoNashville claimed Englund off waivers from the Kings on Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
Englund has one goal, four shots on net, seven blocked shots and 20 hits in 11 appearances this season. He was a healthy scratch in 13 straight games before landing on waivers. Englund could see more playing time with the Predators, especially if Adam Wilsby (upper body) and Jeremy Lauzon (lower body) remain unavailable after the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off.
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Dante Fabbro CLB D
Blue Jackets' Dante Fabbro: Likely to play after 4 Nations
19h agoFabbro (concussion) should be ready to return after the 4 Nations Face-Off, according to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic on Monday.
Fabbro sat out three straight games before the break, but general manager Don Waddell expects the 26-year-old blueliner to be in the lineup Feb. 22 versus Chicago. Since being claimed off waivers from Nashville on Nov. 10, Fabbro has four goals, 13 points, 46 shots on net, 96 blocked shots and 44 hits in 37 outings with the Blue Jackets while primarily skating on the top pairing with Zach Werenski.
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Boone Jenner CLB C
Blue Jackets' Boone Jenner: Expected back after break
19h agoJenner (shoulder) is expected to return to the lineup after the 4 Nations Face-Off, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports Monday.
Jenner hasn't played yet in 2024-25 after sustaining a shoulder injury late in training camp, but general manager Don Waddell expects the 31-year-old forward to play Feb. 22 against Chicago. Jenner still has to come off injured reserve, and assuming that happens after the break, he will be in the mix for a top-six role and could see time on the power play versus the Blackhawks. Jenner compiled 22 goals, 35 points, 155 shots on net, 74 blocked shots and 119 hits across 58 regular-season appearances in the 2023-24 campaign.
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Sidney Crosby PIT C
Penguins' Sidney Crosby: Available against Sweden
19h agoCrosby (upper body) will be in the lineup when Team Canada faces Sweden on Wednesday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.
Crosby missed the Penguins' last two games due to his upper-body issue but appears to be ready to play again. With Team Canada, the veteran center is slated to play on the second line with Nathan MacKinnon and Mark Stone while also suiting up with the No. 1 power-play unit. Barring any sort of setback, Crosby should be available for Pittsburgh's meeting with Washington on Feb. 22.