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.
Anyone who played The Last of Us: Part II notice anything peculiarly poignant about the season premiere of The Last of Us? Maybe something to the tune of an almost shot-for-shot adaptation of the first hour-plus of gameplay? I remarked on this to my wife as we were watching the show, particularly because I think […]
April 18, 2025
Best of luck to our Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks this afternoon; we’ll shift our eyes to the games on the diamond to be played under the lights. Plenty of marquee games to tickle your fancy on Friday night: Yankees vs. Rays, Astros vs. Padres, Rockies vs. Nationals, Mets vs. Cardinals. The list goes on. […]
April 18, 2025
Tonight, Drew Rasmussen takes the mound for Tampa Bay in a crucial game against the New York Yankees. Both teams have been riding the highs and lows of the season, but this pitching matchup represents the fulcrum in the three-game series. The Rays, looking to regain their form after a rocky stretch, will rely on […]
April 18, 2025
Get ready for a high-stakes clash this afternoon at Wrigley Field, where the Cubs look to flex their offensive muscle against a Diamondbacks squad riding a hot streak. Can the Cubs get it done at home? They’re fresh off a series win at the current world champs’ crib and a series loss to the Padres’ […]
April 18, 2025
The St. Louis Cardinals roll into Citi Field tonight, looking to defy the odds against a Mets squad that’s struggled to find their rhythm. With Andre Pallante on the mound—still undefeated in 2025 and boasting an eye-popping 2.20 ERA—the Cardinals come in with momentum and a fierce offensive edge. Meanwhile, Griffin Canning takes the hill […]
April 17, 2025
The Guardians roll into Baltimore tonight for the series finale with a chance to clinch a winning road trip, but they’ll have to outlast a hungry Orioles squad looking to bounce back. Cleveland took Game 1 in style, but the Orioles responded with a dominant 9-1 win in Game 2, setting the stage for a […]
April 17, 2025
The Tigers host the Royals at Comerica Park in a pivotal AL Central clash, with both teams looking to find their footing after recent losses. Detroit’s strong home record and balanced lineup face off against Kansas City’s road struggles and an offense that’s been underwhelming. Reese Olson and Michael Lorenzen will take the mound, each […]
April 17, 2025
The Yankees are eyeing a series sweep over the Royals as they finish off their three-game set in the Bronx. After taking the first two games with solid pitching and timely offense, New York looks to capitalize on a shaky Royals lineup. But with Kris Bubic pitching for Kansas City, there’s an opportunity for the […]
April 16, 2025
Tonight’s Dodgers vs. Rockies matchup at Dodger Stadium brings an intriguing battle between a Los Angeles team that’s been firing on all cylinders and a Colorado squad looking to shake off inconsistency. The Dodgers, led by their powerful lineup and ace pitchers, are heavy favorites at home. As always at Dodger Stadium, expect a mix […]
April 16, 2025
On Wednesday night, the San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies face off with the series tied at 1-1. Robbie Ray, undefeated so far this season, looks to stifle a Phillies offense that’s struggled against left-handed pitching. Meanwhile, Aaron Nola, still seeking his first win, will need to find his rhythm against a Giants lineup that’s […]
April 16, 2025
The Rays and Red Sox square off in a pivotal game, both looking to break free from inconsistency early in the season. Tampa Bay, struggling at home, faces a Red Sox squad riding a key win but still grappling with offensive issues. With Zack Littell and Sean Newcomb on the mound, this game has all […]
April 16, 2025