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.
Tonight, the Brewers visit the Rays in what could be a pivotal game for both squads. With Milwaukee finding their rhythm after a strong stretch and Tampa Bay flailing at their new home, the stage is set for a tight contest. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Friday night baseball […]
May 9, 2025
The Cardinals (19-19) have been rolling to the tune of a five-game win streak, including a recent series sweep of the Pirates—not that impressive, but sort of! Meanwhile, the Nationals (17-21) are struggling to stay consistent and need a win to turn their season around. They face off tonight in the nation’s capitol. Below, I’ve […]
May 9, 2025
The Atlanta Braves (18-19) head to Pittsburgh to face the Pirates (12-26) in a critical NL matchup for one underperforming franchise and one in the middle of a total reset. The Braves have found some electricity, winning three of their last four games, while Pittsburgh continues to spiral, losing seven straight. Below, I’ve got my […]
May 9, 2025
It’s a fun one at Progressive Field tonight: the 22-15 Philadelphia Phillies look to extend their recent dominance as they take on the 22-15 Cleveland Guardians in a much-ballyhooed interleague clash to begin the weekend series. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Friday night baseball game between the Guardians and […]
May 9, 2025
Thursday doldrums here for tonight’s MLB DFS slate in terms of volume. The primary showdown slate tonight, MLB $125K Relay Throw [$25K to 1st], has just eight teams (four games) from which to draft players for your lineups. You’ll be able to choose between players from the Braves vs. Reds, Rays vs. Phillies, Angels vs. […]
May 8, 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Thursday’s matchup with a red-hot form that no team in the NL West seems able to match. With a 25-12 record, the Dodgers have been rolling, fresh off a dominant 10-1 win over the Marlins and boasting one of the most ridiculous offenses in baseball. Despite their success, their pitching […]
May 8, 2025
The Blue Jays and Angels face off in a must-win game for both teams. Toronto (16-20) is on the brink of a series sweep and needs a win to stop their slide. Meanwhile, Los Angeles (15-20) is looking to capitalize on the momentum from a win Tuesday night and secure a rare series victory. Below, […]
May 8, 2025
Hunter Greene may have buoyed the Reds to a narrow victory last night, but Cincinnati is still only middling on the road. It’ll be Spencer Schwellenbach for Atlanta, who’s gotten—ahem—shellenbached, so to speak, the last few starts. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Thursday night baseball game between the Braves […]
May 8, 2025
Brooms out for the folks from Philadelphia! They’re looking to sweep Tampa clean. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wendesday night baseball game between the Rays and the Phillies. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping out these predictions for individual games all season, with plenty of coverage here […]
May 8, 2025
The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to bounce back after a tough stretch, facing a vulnerable Los Angeles Angels squad. Toronto’s offense, stacked with power, looks to feast on Yusei Kikuchi’s erratic pitching. Berrios and the Blue Jays’ lineup provide a sharp contrast to all of Kikuchi’s mess, which sets up a favorable spot for […]
May 7, 2025
We head west to Coors Field for the late-night slate, where the Detroit Tigers look to extend their momentum against a predictably-floundering Colorado Rockies squad. Below, I’ve got my preview, prediction, and best bet for this Wendesday night baseball game between the Rockies and the Tigers. Here’s how I’ll play it. I’ll be pumping out […]
May 7, 2025