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.
It’s a prime NL showdown at Busch Stadium, where the high-powered Dodgers take on the up-and-coming Cardinals. With both teams averaging close to five runs per game and potent lineups ready to exploit pitching weaknesses, this game is set to deliver a lot of knocks. You can expect plenty of offense as both clubs battle […]
June 6, 2025
Cubs fans have very little to complain about, what with the staggering breakout of new superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong, the bat-to-ball prophecy fulfilled re. Nico Hoerner, and the second shoe finally dropping on Seiya Suzuki’s international hitting pedigree. Having said that, I’d bet they wish they saw a little bit more out of tonight’s starter against […]
June 6, 2025
Freaking finally. We suffered through an MLB Rivalry Weekend in which we saw the Sox face off against the Atlanta Braves. It just didn’t fit right. Which, you might say, is a fair assessment of the spirit of the Red Sox’s whole-team chemistry right now. It just doesn’t fit right. It’s off. Roman Anthony awaits […]
June 6, 2025
The Rangers limp into Nationals Park after dropping four straight, including a frustrating series sweep against Tampa Bay. Texas’ offense has been stagnant, ranking near the bottom of the league in both batting average and runs scored. Meanwhile, the Nationals have shown life recently, winning three of their last five and claiming a shutout victory […]
June 6, 2025
The Miami Marlins are struggling to find consistency, sitting at the bottom of the NL East with a 23-37 record. Kyle Stowers is slumping, and he was their greatest wRC+ hope. The Fish have dropped four straight, and haven’t shown any vectors of a turnaround. On Friday, they’ll face a Tampa Bay Rays team that […]
June 6, 2025
Tampa Bay enters Thursday’s series finale in control, poised to close out a dominant home stand. With a sharp pitching advantage and a lineup that’s firing, they have all the pieces to continue rolling. Texas, on the other hand, is stumbling—losing two straight in this series, and the struggles on the road are undeniable. The […]
June 5, 2025
UPDATE: Rodgers has agreed to a one-year contract, pending a physical. Aha! The long winter of our discontent—or was it?—has finally come to its close. FA and future Hall-of-Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers is expected to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers, per NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, and Mike Garofolo. This had long been […]
June 5, 2025
The Chicago Cubs (38-22) have been on a dominant run, claiming eight of their last 10 games, including a series-opening 8-3 victory over the Washington Nationals (28-32). With momentum firmly on their side, they’ll look to extend their advantage in this second game of the series against a Nationals team with a rough 5.03 ERA. […]
June 5, 2025
We’re in for another showdown at Oracle Park. The Padres may lead the series, but the Giants are poised to fight back—especially with Robbie Ray ready to deliver on the mound. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Thursday night baseball game between the Giants and the Padres. Here’s how I’ll […]
June 5, 2025
I thought the Athletics might keep it close last night at home. Silly me. They are who everyone said they were, I suppose. Tonight, the Twins seek to fully sink their teeth into some more momentum and broom Sutter Health Park before they head back east. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet […]
June 5, 2025
Kansas City enters Busch Stadium for Game 1 of today’s doubleheader with a surprising 10-7 victory under their belt. But don’t let that victory fool you—the Royals’ offense has been as inconsistent as any in baseball, ranking near the bottom in total runs scored. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this […]
June 5, 2025