
Waiver Wire Watch: Power Hitters and Underrated Arms to Grab This Week
Recent hot streaks from Josh Jung, Jacob Gonzalez and a handful of pitching streamers offer fresh options for daily fantasy lineups.
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Recent hot streaks from Josh Jung, Jacob Gonzalez and a handful of pitching streamers offer fresh options for daily fantasy lineups.

Sebastian Mack, a Chicago native and former UCLA and Missouri guard, has pledged to join UNLV for the 2026‑27 season, joining returning stars and a coaching staff eager to harness his defensive versatility.

Within weeks of taking the helm, Pat Fitzgerald locked in the bulk of Michigan State’s 2026 recruiting class, highlighted by a consensus top‑ranked wide receiver and a strategic push into Chicago.

Baylor shooting guard Cameron Carr is projected to be drafted by the Chicago Bulls, whose rebuild could be accelerated by his scoring talent and size. His strong combine performance and fit with the franchise’s needs have sparked speculation about a potentially higher draft position.

The 23-year-old right-hander, drafted by the New York Mets and traded to Oakland, is poised to make his major-league debut against the Chicago Cubs.

Chicago Blackhawks swap a 2024 third‑rounder for a 2027 selection, finalizing Jack Pridham’s rights with Tampa Bay after the forward opted for college hockey.

After missing several races due to a sudden bout of vertigo, Alex Bowman has returned to the track, focusing on a playoff push while his teammates continue to battle for position.
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Coach Kenny Brooks believes the Wildcats' blend of experienced transfers, McDonald's All‑Americans and returning sharpshooters could make them one of the nation's most potent shooting teams.

Scott White breaks down the weekly two‑start pitcher landscape, highlighting must‑start arms, advisable options, and point‑league sleepers for the June 1‑7 window.

The University of Wisconsin is set to appoint Morocco Brown, a seasoned NFL personnel executive, as its new football general manager, signaling a strategic push to modernize the program.

A Microsoft Store discovery has exposed the Deluxe Edition artwork for College Football 27 and Madden NFL 27, showcasing key athletes and coaches ahead of summer launches.

From Christian McCaffrey’s looming regression to Kyler Murray’s potential revival in Minnesota, the upcoming season promises dramatic shifts for fantasy enthusiasts.

The NHL has reminded teams that they cannot discuss new contracts with players like Ilya Mikheyev until their rights are dealt, upending the Blackhawks’ strategy and highlighting the end of the pre‑July interview window.

UCLA basketball head coach Mick Cronin is rebuilding the Bruins' roster for the next season after a disappointing previous year, bringing in quality players through the transfer portal and high school recruiting, aiming to make UCLA a top‑25 team and compete for a top‑five spot in the Big Ten.

Three Michigan standouts are projected as top selections in the upcoming NBA draft, with trade details and team destinations emerging.
The upcoming NASCAR weekend at Nashville Superspeedway features a Truck Series race on Friday, an O'Reilly‑sponsored event on Saturday and a Cracker Barrel‑backed Cup finale on Sunday, all streamed on Amazon Prime Video, FS1 and the CW app.

Three Tennessee standouts — Ament, Gillespie and Okpara — are making waves at the NBA Combine, with Ament projected as a lottery pick and Gillespie and Okpara eyeing late second‑round slots.

A contentious proposal to cap player salaries has ignited debate across Major League Baseball, spotlighting the Los Angeles Dodgers and raising questions about the league’s financial priorities.

Jaden Henley’s path from a barely‑top‑200 prospect to a 72nd‑ranked NBA draft candidate showcases how rapid development can reshape a player’s future.

The 2026‑27 season promises drama as the Big Ten splits teams into five tiers, with Illinois, Michigan and Michigan State leading the title chase and several mid‑range programs eyeing tournament bids.

Alabama’s basketball outlook hinges on the performance of transfer Brandon Garrison, whose consistency and energy could lift the team to the top of the SEC.

A quick look at the most promising waiver wire targets for Week 10 of the 2026 fantasy baseball season, including breakout hitters and dominant pitchers.

A tightly contested game saw rookie Peyton Kuehn shut out Washington Island for four innings before shifting to center field. The Islanders' pitching trio of Ryan Jorgenson and Jon Kordon, praised by manager Joe Cornell, limited the Ports' offense, leading to a 6‑2 win that places the team atop the league alongside Kolberg and Sister Bay. Manager Eric Bley emphasizes walk reduction and improved control as the Ports look to rebound, while injured star Alec Schartner works toward a return.