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D. Keith - D

CHI

Duncan Keith is embracing the underdog role in their upcoming qualifying round series against Edmonton.

"It’s going to be a tough series against Edmonton," Keith said. "They have two of the best players in the world - if not THE two best to players in the world in (Connor) McDavid and (Leon) Draisaitl. But it’s not just those two guys. There (are) other players on their team that are dangerous. They were ahead of us in the standings, so we know we’ve got our work cut out for us. But we’re excited to have this opportunity and show that we belong and we could make some noise as an underdog." Chicago had a 32-30-8 record in the regular season before the pause. If not for the season being suspended and the playoffs consequently expanded, it's unlikely that the Blackhawks would have ended up participating in the postseason. That said, they're here now and with an experienced core, they could end up giving Edmonton plenty of trouble.

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S. Monahan - F

CGY

The 2020 playoffs are a shot at redemption for the Calgary Flames.

The Colorado Avalanche ousted the Calgary Flames in five games last year, ending the Flames' playoff run in the first round. “We got embarrassed last year in the postseason,” Sean Monahan said. “As a player and you’re representing an organization, that sticks with you. I don’t like looking back at the regular season if you’re in a playoff picture. Right now our goal is to be ready for this postseason and that’s what we’re gearing up for. We’ve got a lot to prove and a lot of things are motivating us.” This time around the Flames will face Winnipeg in a five-game qualifying round.

Added 5:06 am (EST)

Calgary Sun

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M. Frolik - F

BUF

Michael Frolik has reportedly received a one-year contract offer from the KHL's Avangard Omsk.

Frolik is an unrestricted free agent with the Buffalo Sabres' campaign over. The 32-year-old might still be able to get an NHL contract if he holds out, but there's no guarantee of that. He's coming off a rough season where he scored just six goals and 14 points in 57 games. It's also worth noting that the KHL squad is coached by Bob Hartley, who Frolik served under during the 2015-16 campaign, so that would make the transition easier.

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Buffalo News

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J. James - SG

SAC

Justin James says his knee has healed and that he's at 100 percent.

It took six months to get there, but he's ready to go for the bubble run. With news that Harrison Barnes has tested positive for COVID-19, it's possible that James could be thrusted into a more important role. Keep an eye on this situation in DFS.

Added Yesterday 11:15 pm (EST)

James Ham on Twitter

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D. Schroder - PG

OKC

Dennis Schroder says that his wife is due in three or four weeks with their child and that he will "for sure" leave the bubble when it happens.

It doesn't mean that he won't return for the playoffs, but it does mean that he could miss some time, especially with the quarantine rules for re-entry into the bubble. While he's out, both Chris Paul and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are going to eat, big time.

Added Yesterday 11:08 pm (EST)

Royce Young on Twitter

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M. Bagley - PF

SAC

Marvin Bagley and Harry Giles are the only Kings' big men available for the resumption of play in late July.

"The only bigs we have out right now are Marvin and Harry," Coach Luke Walton said. "So They’re both getting a lot of reps and they’re both playing great. They look good, they’re moving well and they’re getting 100 percent of the reps right now." The Kings take on the LaMarcus Aldridge-less Spurs on July 31, so both players will be in play in DFS. Alex Len (COVID-19) and Richaun Holmes (quarantine) aren't available right now.

Added Yesterday 10:52 pm (EST)

Jason Jones on Twitter

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J. Harden - SG

HOU

James Harden has arrived in Orlando for the resumption of the NBA season.

There were rumors that he had tested positive for COVID-19 but that does not appear to be the case. He'll have to isolate for three consecutive negative tests before he's cleared to join the team, but our money's on him being out there for Game 1 of the restart on July 31 against the Mavericks.

Added Yesterday 10:50 pm (EST)

Marc Stein on Twitter

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J. Hicks - RP

STL

Jordan Hicks had a setback in his Tommy John rehab before deciding to opt out of the 2020 season.

Hicks, a Type 1 diabetic, was considering sitting out anyway, but his arm made the decision easier for him. Originally hopeful of returning from surgery right after the original All-Star break, he dealt with a bout of inflammation in his elbow that made it unlikely that he'd be back until late August or September. He should be back and ready to compete for the closer's role next spring.

Added Yesterday 10:37 pm (EST)

Mark Saxon on Twitter

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M. Bagley - PF

SAC

James Harden has arrived in Orlando for the resumption of the NBA season.

Added Yesterday 10:34 pm (EST)

Marc Stein on Twitter

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J. deGrom - SP

NYM

Jacob deGrom left an intrasquad appearance after one inning Tuesday due to back tightness.

The Mets have yet to provide further information on deGrom's status and probably won't until he is reevaluated on Wednesday. The back-to-back National League Cy Young Award winner is currently lined up to start on Opening Day -- July 24 against the Braves -- but he may not be stretched out enough to handle that assignment, even if this issue proves to be minor. He went three innings in his last intrasquad appearance, and Tuesday's outing was probably supposed to stretch at least five frames.

Added Yesterday 10:30 pm (EST)

Newsday

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D. Prescott - QB

DAL

NFL Network's Jane Slater reports franchise-tagged QB Dak Prescott is turning down over $100 million in guaranteed money.

This may seem like Prescott is wrong, but it's arguably a low-ball offer from the Cowboys. Jared Goff and Carson Wentz were signed to similar terms last season as to what's being offered here, but Prescott is coming off a huge season and the quarterback market has since changed with Patrick Mahomes signing a half billion dollar contract earlier this month. Prescott instead will bet on himself and play on the franchise tag in 2020, which will force everyone into negotiations again in 2021. With Prescott's dual-threat ability and the stud skill-position talent surrounding him, it's easy to see how Prescott can earn even more money with his play this upcoming season. He's locked into the top-five in quarterback fantasy rankings and easily belongs inside the top 10 in real-life rankings as well. Jerry Jones is hurting himself by waiting to extend his franchise quarterback.

Added Yesterday 9:38 pm (EST)

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To. Gilliland - D

You know your season is going well when you are disappointed with a 10th-place finish. That was Todd Gilliland's feeling last weekend when rain ended the race at Kentucky after only the second stage. He was 10th at the time and wanted to keep racing to see how well he could finish in his #38 Ford F-150.

Although Mother Nature did not cooperate with his plans, this Saturday Gilliland will be able to race at Texas Motor Speedway, a track where he has quite a bit of experience (four previous starts at TMS). He won the pole there last June, but finished 27th after an accident. His best finish of fourth came in the fall race in 2018. Gilliland nearly got his first Truck Series win in that race. He was leading on the final lap when he ran out of fuel, handing the win to Justin Haley.-FRM

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D. Keith - D

CHI

Duncan Keith is embracing the underdog role in their upcoming qualifying round series against Edmonton.

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S. Monahan - F

CGY

The 2020 playoffs are a shot at redemption for the Calgary Flames.

Added 5:06 am (EST)

Calgary Sun

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M. Frolik - F

BUF

Michael Frolik has reportedly received a one-year contract offer from the KHL's Avangard Omsk.

Added 5:01 am (EST)

Buffalo News

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J. James - SG

SAC

Justin James says his knee has healed and that he's at 100 percent.

Added Yesterday 11:15 pm (EST)

James Ham on Twitter

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D. Schroder - PG

OKC

Dennis Schroder says that his wife is due in three or four weeks with their child and that he will "for sure" leave the bubble when it happens.

Added Yesterday 11:08 pm (EST)

Royce Young on Twitter

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M. Bagley - PF

SAC

Marvin Bagley and Harry Giles are the only Kings' big men available for the resumption of play in late July.

Added Yesterday 10:52 pm (EST)

Jason Jones on Twitter

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J. Harden - SG

HOU

James Harden has arrived in Orlando for the resumption of the NBA season.

Added Yesterday 10:50 pm (EST)

Marc Stein on Twitter

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J. Hicks - RP

STL

Jordan Hicks had a setback in his Tommy John rehab before deciding to opt out of the 2020 season.

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