Daily Fantasy Baseball News and Notes I First Pitch Podcast 4/25/26

The First Pitch Podcast delivers a comprehensive weekend recap of April 24, 2026, covering injuries, transactions, standout performances, and pitching highlights. The episode opens with a light news day featuring several notable injuries, including Giancarlo Stanton’s leg tightness, Yohaneo Suarez’s oblique strain, and multiple bullpen absences due to arm issues. Key transactions include Zach Wheeler’s activation and Tyler O’Neal’s return, while rehab appearances from Carlos Rodon, Bill Maiton, and Gavin Lux signal growing depth for the Yankees’ rotation. The hitting spotlight shines on the Baltimore Orioles, whose entire lineup exploded for 20 hits, with multiple players like Gunnar Henderson, Taylor Ward, and Adley Rutschman going 3-for-5 or better. Other standout performances include Connor Griffin’s first MLB home run on his birthday, Muniteka Murakami’s 11th home run of the season, and a flurry of multi-hit, multi-home run games from players like Matt McClain, Aaron Judge, and the Marlins’ offense. On the mound, Paul Skeens earned the pitcher of the day honors with a near-perfect game, while Max Scherzer’s disastrous outing raises concerns about his viability in fantasy leagues. The Dodgers’ bullpen imploded in a 6-4 loss to the Cubs, who extended their winning streak to 10 games. The episode concludes with a look ahead at key matchups, including Wheeler’s debut against Bryce Elder and Carson’s pick of the Marlins vs. Giants as the game of the day.