Dan Johnson has been an editor, writer, and analyst for DraftKings and DraftKings Network since 2024. He’s previously held editorial posts at The Paris Review, Macmillan Publishers, Bedford/St. Martin’s Press, ASSIGNMENT Magazine, and FantasySixPack. You can find his various editorial work & writing (sports-related and non-) at all of the above.
The Dodgers’ dominance continues as they face the Washington Nationals tonight. The Nationals are walking into a west-coast-love buzzsaw, and the gap between these two teams is glaring. The Dodgers are on a tear, boasting the best offense in the league, while Washington, despite a recent win, is still deep in a slump. But in […]
June 20, 2025
The Tigers are in Tampa tonight, hoping to keep their momentum rolling against a Rays team that’s been firing on all cylinders recently. Detroit comes in fresh off a dominant 9-2 win, but the Rays are in the middle of a five-win-in-seven stretch, hungry to continue climbing the AL East standings. With both teams boasting […]
June 20, 2025
The Devers game! The Giants and Red Sox are set to collide tonight at Oracle Park, but this matchup isn’t just about two teams battling for playoff position. The headline? Rafael Devers, now in San Francisco after a shocking trade from Boston, will face his former team for the first time since the deal went […]
June 20, 2025
The Cubs (45-29) have been in steady form, winning three of their last four, and are firmly planted in second place in the NL Central, with a six-game lead over third-place Milwaukee. They are riding a strong home record, going 12-3 over their last 15 at Wrigley Field. Meanwhile, the Mariners (37-36) are barely holding […]
June 20, 2025
The Mets and Braves meet again in what could decide the tone of the series. With New York holding the NL East lead but struggling to find any rhythm, especially in their recent losses, tonight’s game will test their resilience. The Braves, on the other hand, have quietly gained momentum, but they’re still sitting below […]
June 19, 2025
The Rangers and Royals are neck-and-neck at 36-38, but tonight’s game at Globe Life Field should tell us which team is ready to take the reins. Both clubs have been inconsistent, with offense lagging behind, but they each have pitching arms that could tip the scale. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet […]
June 19, 2025
How’s a mulligan sound? We’ve got ourselves a redo from yesterday, as the wind-blowing-out-of-right-field resulted in inclement weather bad enough that Game 2 of the series was postponed. Instead, Jameson Taillon and Freddy Peralta will face off at Wrigley this afternoon, and the makeup game is scheduled for August 18th. Both teams have eyes on […]
June 19, 2025
The Cubs and Brewers are set to face off in a matchup that promises intensity. Chicago has been putting up serious numbers, with a lineup that’s been mashing at home, powered by consistent production from top hitters. Milwaukee, despite their ups and downs, has a dangerous core led by Christian Yelich, and they’re never far […]
June 19, 2025
The Minnesota Twins and Cincinnati Reds are both playoff contenders, but recent form paints a clear picture. The Reds have been surging, winning eight of their last 11 games and showing a potent offense. On the other hand, the Twins have struggled lately, dropping five straight and nine of their last 11, with their bats […]
June 19, 2025
The Dodgers and Padres face off tonight in a showdown that’s shaping up to be another high-octane affair at Dodger Stadium. With Emmet Sheehan returning to the mound after a lengthy recovery from Tommy John surgery, the uncertainty surrounding his performance presents a real opportunity for the Padres. Stephen Kolek, though solid, can be vulnerable […]
June 18, 2025
TThe Cleveland Guardians are set to face the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park, and let me tell you—the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Giants, reeling from a three-game losing streak to welcome their new star Rafael Devers, need a rebound in front of their home crowd. Meanwhile, the Guardians, fresh off a 3-2 victory […]
June 18, 2025