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.
Atlanta is ready to strike back after a tough extra-innings loss against the Nationals. With the Padres stumbling through a six-game losing streak, Atlanta has a golden opportunity to capitalize on San Diego’s offensive struggles. The Braves’ strong home performance (15-7) and the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. gives them a clear edge tonight. But […]
May 23, 2025
The Tigers come into Game 2 with a solid opportunity to even the series after a shocking 7-0 loss. Comerica Park has been a fortress for Detroit this season, and the Tigers are poised for a bounce-back performance. Detroit’s pitching staff ranks among the league’s best with a 3.32 ERA, and Jackson Jobe (4-0, 4.12 […]
May 23, 2025
Tonight’s matchup at Daikin Park brings us another intriguing AL West showdown after a blowout last night. The Astros send Ryan Gusto (3-2, 4.64 ERA) to the mound against Emerson Hancock (1-2, 6.21 ERA) for the Mariners. Houston’s offense came alive in the opener (which we did not expect!), but tonight’s game offers an intriguing […]
May 23, 2025
The Twins have been on absolute fire, winning 14 of their last 16 games, including 9-1 at home during that span. They’re positively the talk of the AL Central town! In come the Kansas City Royals, who enter tonight’s matchup against the Minnesota Twins as sizable underdogs, but carry value with Bobby Witt and their […]
May 23, 2025
On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets meet in the first game of a pivotal three-game series at Citi Field. This isn’t just any series; it’s an NLCS rematch from last year, when the Dodgers ended the Mets’ postseason run with a Game 6 clinching victory. While the Mets look to […]
May 23, 2025
I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Thursday night baseball game between the Astros and the Mariners already published here at DKN, which you can check out at the link. Having said that, we’re really only interested in the momentum along the arc Julio Rodriguez’s season has taken. A predictable lull in […]
May 22, 2025
I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Thursday night baseball game between the Astros and the Mariners already published here at DKN, which you can check out at the link. The biggest storyline at Daikin Park tonight might be the return of Mariners’ young 1B (to Logan Gilbert’s 1A) ace, George Kirby, […]
May 22, 2025
The Tigers and Guardians are set for an electrifying battle at Comerica Park, where Detroit seeks to build on their commanding lead in the AL Central as these two rivals meet for the first time. Detroit has established itself as the class of the division, sitting at a stellar 33-17 record. Meanwhile, Cleveland is in […]
May 22, 2025
The Mariners enter Houston on Thursday night, looking to extend their strong AL West lead against a struggling Astros team. Seattle has surged to a 28-20 record, powered by their stellar pitching and timely offense. The Astros, sitting at 25-24, are dealing with injuries and inconsistent play, especially with Lance McCullers Jr. on the mound. […]
May 22, 2025
I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday night baseball game between the Diamondbacks and the Dodgers already published here at DKN, which you can check out here. Some additional analysis on this game, too, in our best MLB bets of the day. Having said that, we’re just going to be evaluating […]
May 21, 2025
I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wednesday night baseball game between the Red Sox and the Mets already published here at DKN, which you can check out here. Some additional analysis on this game, too, in our best MLB bets of the day. But—hey—how good did Garret Crochet look in those […]
May 21, 2025