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.
Luzardo is pitching like a top-tier ace, and the Phillies’ offense should be more than enough to support him against an Arizona team that’s been inconsistent on the road, particularly against lefties. With all signs pointing towards a solid home bounce-back for Philadelphia, the Diamondbacks’ pesky offense is going to have to absolutely viper-strike. Below, […]
May 2, 2025
The Reds are in prime position to bury the Nationals tonight. With Hunter Greene’s electric stuff and a lineup ready to pounce on Mitchell Parker, the Nats might need to call in the cavalry this game. As of right now, they just don’t have the horses to compete. Derby puns! Below, I’ve got my preview, […]
May 2, 2025
The Tigers are for real. And the Angels? Limping through a five-game losing streak. Not exactly the best night for LA to roll out Kikuchi against the Tigers’ pocket ace in Casey Mize. But alas. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Thursday night baseball game between the Angels and the […]
May 1, 2025
The Phillies are looking to keep their momentum rolling against the Nationals, and with Walker on the mound and a lineup fully dialed in, tonight feels like another chapter in their ongoing dominance at home. The sweep is in sight, especially after they blew by our bet on a Nationals cover last night. Can the […]
May 1, 2025
I already wrote about how I like the Diamondbacks to cover this game tonight in my MLB Best Bets column for today on DKN. I’ve got a different lean, however, with some different analysis for bettors interested in a more longform approach. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday night […]
April 30, 2025
So far in this season series, Boston’s offensive onslaught and Toronto’s pitching turmoil have proved a nightmare match-up for the Jays. Chalk bettors everywhere—ahem—expect the Red Sox to cover the spread and send the Blue Jays to another tough loss. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday night baseball game […]
April 30, 2025
Rasmussen’s dominance on the mound, coupled with Kansas City’s offense being in a serious funk, spells a tough night for the Royals. We know the real story isn’t this game’s outcome, anyways. Can Bobby Witt Jr. extend his hitting streak to 21 games? Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday […]
April 30, 2025
I already wrote about how I like the Nationals to cover this game tonight in my MLB Best Bets column for today on DKN. Having said that, I break the game down in much more detail below, mostly by waxing rhapsodic about Nats’ starter Jake Irvin. Don’t get me wrong—I love me some Cristopher Sánchez, […]
April 30, 2025
I already wrote about how I like the Cubs to win this game outright in my MLB Best Bets column for today on DKN. Having said that, I break the game down in much more detail below, especially the pitching matchup between Boyd and Mlodzinksi. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for […]
April 30, 2025
The stage is set for a series-deciding showdown in Baltimore tonight. Can the Yankees continue to flex their offensive muscle, or will the Orioles turn things around? With two inconsistent starters on the mound, all signs point to a slugfest. Don’t blink—this one’s bound to get lively. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best […]
April 30, 2025
Battle in the AL Central! One team’s ace against the opponent’s weakest link. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday night baseball game between the Guardians and the Twins. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping out these predictions for individual games all season, with plenty of coverage here […]
April 30, 2025