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 Cubs enter Miami after a dominant sweep of the White Sox, carrying momentum into a pivotal matchup. Chicago has won five of their last six games, fueled by an offense that leads the league in scoring. The Marlins, despite a strong win against Tampa Bay, sit at the bottom of the NL East, and […]
May 19, 2025
If you’re interested in betting sides and totals, check out my pick and prediction here for tonight’s all-NYC Sunday Night Baseball game. Some additional analysis on this game, too, in our best MLB bets of the day here at DKN. Having said that: with lefty David Peterson on the mound, and an Aaron Judge who […]
May 18, 2025
I’ve already written up my pick and prediction here for tonight’s much-ballyhooed Subway Series rubber match. Some additional analysis on this game, too, in our best MLB bets of the day here at DKN. But it’s undeniable that Max Fried (6-0, 1.11 ERA, 0.94 WHIP) is the guy tonight. And that’s tough to do when […]
May 18, 2025
Let’s dive into this Sunday Night Baseball Subway Series matchup—it’s a must-win rubber game for both teams, and the stakes are high. The Yankees are in a bounce-back spot after their narrow loss on Saturday, while the Mets, fueled by a strong bullpen and gritty offense, will look to seal the series. Below, I’ve got […]
May 18, 2025
The Los Angeles Angels shocked the Dodgers, winning the first two games of this Freeway Series with an explosive offensive display. However, while the Angels’ performance has been impressive, the law of regression is in play for Sunday’s finale. Doesn’t it, Dodgers bettors?! Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Sunday […]
May 18, 2025
Aha! They call it the Vedder Cup. That’s the rivalry. Rock on. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Sunday baseball game between the Padres and the Mariners. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping out these predictions for individual games all season, with plenty of coverage here on DraftKings Network. […]
May 18, 2025
Sunday evening baseball in the shadow of the mountains! Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Sunday baseball game between the Diamondbacks and the Rockies. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping out these predictions for individual games all season, with plenty of coverage here on DraftKings Network. Follow my handle […]
May 18, 2025
Flashback time! I’ll admit, I didn’t think we’d be getting it as the penultimate episode to The Last of Us‘s second season. But the people get what they want tonight. Joel and Ellie are about to spend a day together, and Pedro Pascal called Bella Ramsey “kiddo.” The smash cut to our favorite duo of […]
May 18, 2025
Okay now—I’m all in on this. The Battle for Los Angeles. The stakes here are tangible. A city. The whole damned greater metropolitan area. The zip code. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Friday baseball game between the Padres and the Mariners. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping […]
May 16, 2025
The Seattle Mariners take to Petco Park for a pivotal interleague showdown against the San Diego Padres. With the Padres favored at -161 on the moneyline, they’re primed for a strong performance, especially with their standout rookie pitcher, Stephen Kolek, taking the mound. Rivalry of the western border? What’s the deal here? Below, I’ve got […]
May 16, 2025
I suppose you’d call this the Battle of the Four Corners, if you were trying to manufacture a geographic beef between these two teams. Rivalry weekend rolls on out west at Chase Field in Arizona. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Friday baseball game between the Diamondbacks and the Rockies. […]
May 16, 2025