WAIVER SYSTEM TRANSACTION
TERMINATION OF VESTED VETERAN
NEW YORK GIANTS
Leal, DeMarvin LB Texas A&M (4)* PS: VET
*Indicates player’s accrued seasons at end of 2025 season.
OTHER TRANSACTION/COMMENTS
ROSTER EXEMPTION
DALLAS
Odeleye, Adedayo DE No College – Exempt/International Player
BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today announced the following changes to their 2026 Major League coaching staff:
Flores, 55, joined the Major League coaching staff as First Base Coach/Infield Instructor in November 2024, following three seasons (2022-24) as Bench Coach for Triple-A Worcester. He previously spent one season as First Base Coach for the Philadelphia Phillies (2018) and two seasons as Third Base Coach for the Baltimore Orioles (2019-20), also serving as the infield coach for both clubs. Prior to joining the Phillies, Flores spent five seasons (2013-17) as Infield Coordinator in the Chicago Cubs organization. Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, Flores began his coaching career in 2001. He has worked in a variety of roles on coaching staffs in the Puerto Rican Winter League, as well as for Team Puerto Rico in the 2013 World Baseball Classic. Flores has also served as a manager for several clubs, including Cleveland’s Dominican Summer League team, the Cidra Braves of the Puerto Rico Baseball Federation, the Puerto Rico National Baseball Team, and Santurce.
Cabrera, 28, was promoted to Infield/Outfield Defensive Coordinator in November 2025 after serving as Complex Defensive Coach based out of Fort Myers from 2024-25. He joined the Red Sox in 2023 as a coach for Double-A Portland. Prior to joining the organization, he was a graduate assistant coach for the baseball team at the University of Charleston, holding the role of defensive coordinator in 2021 and offensive coordinator in 2022.
Simonetty, 26, began 2026 as a Hitting Coach for the Rookie-Level Florida Complex League Red Sox, after serving in 2025 as Single-A Salem’s Assistant Hitting Coach. He previously held roles within the organization as Player Development Associate during 2024 and a Minor League Affiliate Video and Technology Associate in Worcester during 2023. The New York native is a graduate of Springfield College.
Venue, Location & Start Time
Venue: The Melbourne Pavilion
City: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
U.S. West Coast Start Time: 12:30 AM PT (early morning April 29)
Broadcast: DAZN (worldwide), Kayo Sports (Australia)
Injury Report
No injuries or withdrawals are reported for either fighter across available sources. Both fighters are expected to enter the bout fully fit.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Jake Wyllie | Miles Zalewski |
| Record | 18‑2‑1 (16 KOs) | 12‑3‑0 (10 KOs) |
| Age | 25 | 36 |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Weight Class | Lightweight (135 lbs) | Lightweight (135 lbs) |
| KO Rate | 89% | 83% |
| Loss Rate | 10% | 20% |
| KO Loss Rate | 50% | 100% |
Recent Form & Fight History
Jake Wyllie
Coming off a split‑decision draw vs. Paul Fleming on Dec. 6, 2025.
Strong KO ratio (16 stoppages in 18 wins).
Younger, faster, and more active in recent years.
Miles Zalewski
12 wins with 10 KOs — heavy‑handed but inconsistent.
Older by 11 years; significantly more inactive in recent seasons.
Has been stopped in all three of his losses.
FIGHT ODDS
Miles Zalewski + 325
Jake Wyllie – 500
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 27, 2026
Venue, Location & Start Time
Venue: The Melbourne Pavilion
City: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
U.S. West Coast Start Time: 12:30 AM PT (early morning of April 29; effectively late night April 28 for you in East LA)
Broadcast: DAZN (worldwide), Kayo Sports (Australia)
Injury Report
No injuries or withdrawals are reported for either fighter across available sources. Both fighters are expected to enter the bout fully fit.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Teremoana Teremoana | Bowie “Bo” Tupou |
| Record | 10‑0 (10 KOs) | 29‑7 (20 KOs) |
| Age | 28 | 43 |
| Height | 6’6″ (198 cm) | 6’2½” (189 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| KO Rate | 100% | 69% |
| Nationality | Australia | Australia |
Recent Form & Fight History
Teremoana Teremoana
10‑0, all wins by KO, with seven straight first‑round finishes.
Has only gone beyond Round 1 twice in his career.
Coming off a dominant win over Curtis Harper just weeks before this booking.
Considered one of Australia’s fastest‑rising heavyweight prospects.
Bowie Tupou
Veteran of the Australian heavyweight scene with 36 professional fights.
Has fought notable names including Bryant Jennings, Malik Scott, Manuel Quezada.
Known for heavy hands and durability; owns a highlight‑reel KO over Randall Rayment (2019).
At 43, he is the most experienced and rugged opponent Teremoana has faced.
Technical Matchup Breakdown
Teremoana — Keys to Victory
Overwhelming early power; fast starter.
Huge size advantage (4 inches taller).
Youth, speed, and explosiveness.
Should press early and force exchanges before Tupou settles.
Tupou — Keys to Victory
Experience against world‑level opposition.
Must survive early storm and drag Teremoana into deep waters.
Use physicality, clinching, and veteran tricks to slow the pace.
FIGHT ODDS
Bowie Tupou + 1050
Teremoana Teremoana – 2500
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 27, 2026
Venue, Location & Start Time
Venue: Melbourne Pavilion
City: Melbourne, Victoria
Bout Billing: Main Card — IBF Inter‑Continental Super Welterweight Title (Vacant)
Start Time: 05:00 AM ET (U.S. East Coast) / 02:00 AM PT (Los Angeles)
Injury Report
No injuries or withdrawals are reported for either fighter in available sources.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Andrew Hunt | Benjamin Hussain |
| Record | 11‑0‑1 (6 KOs) | 13‑2‑0 (8 KOs) |
| Age | 28 | 27 |
| Height | 5’11” (182 cm) | 6’2″ (188 cm) |
| Reach | N/A | 72″ (183 cm) |
| Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
| Nationality | Australia | Australia |
| Fighting Out Of | Caboolture, QLD | Brisbane, QLD |
Recent Form & Fight History
Andrew Hunt
Last 5: W W W W W
Undefeated as a professional
Strong momentum and consistent decision/KO mix
Benjamin Hussain
Last 5: W W W W W
More total fights and slightly higher KO ratio
Taller, longer, and more offensively aggressive
FIGHT ODDS
Benjamin Hussain + 115
Andrew Hunt – 155
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 27, 2026
Faceoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Tsongas Center, Lowell, Massachusetts
Context & Stakes
This is Game 1 of the best‑of‑five Walter Cup semifinal, with Boston hosting after finishing second overall in the PWHL standings with 62 points. Ottawa enters as the fourth seed, clinching the final playoff berth with a 3–0 win over Toronto on April 25.
Boston and Ottawa did not have their semifinal pairing confirmed until April 26, when Montréal — the league’s top seed — selected Minnesota as their opponent, locking in Boston vs. Ottawa for this series.
Weather Outlook (Lowell, MA)
Temperature: ~55°F at puck drop
Conditions: Clear, cool spring evening
Impact: Indoor venue — no effect on gameplay
Team Records (Regular Season)
(Final standings referenced from league reporting)
Boston Fleet: 62 points, tied for first but placed second via tiebreaker.
Ottawa Charge: Fourth place; clinched playoff spot on final day.
Recent Team Form
Boston Fleet
Clinched playoff berth earliest in league history (March 29).
Strong two‑way play, elite shot suppression, and consistent scoring depth.
Ottawa Charge
Surged late, winning their final game 3–0 to secure the last playoff spot.
Defensive structure tightened significantly in final weeks.
Injury Report
No official injury list has been published for April 30 as of the latest league reporting. Both teams are expected to enter the semifinal largely healthy.
Key Player Matchups
Boston’s Top Line vs. Ottawa’s Defensive Core
Boston’s forward depth has been a defining strength all season. Their ability to generate sustained offensive‑zone pressure will test Ottawa’s blue line, which has improved but remains less experienced.
Ottawa Goaltending vs. Boston’s Shot Volume
Ottawa’s playoff‑clinching win featured a 41‑save shutout, signaling elite goaltending potential under pressure. Boston, however, is one of the league’s highest‑volume shooting teams.
Special Teams Battle
Boston’s power play has been more consistent, while Ottawa’s penalty kill has been streaky but capable of big moments.
Series History
This is the first postseason meeting between the two franchises. Regular‑season matchups were competitive, with Boston generally controlling possession while Ottawa relied on counterattacks and goaltending.
Betting Trends
Boston: Strong at home; elite possession metrics; early‑clinching playoff form.
Ottawa: Underdog momentum; goaltending peaking at the right time.
Unders: Likely trend due to playoff tightening and both teams’ defensive structure.
GAME ODDS
Ottawa Charge 5
Boston Fleet – 170
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 29, 2026
First Pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. PT
Venue: Dodger Stadium — Los Angeles, CA
Weather Outlook — Dodger Stadium
Conditions: Clear Southern California evening
Temperature: Mid‑60s at first pitch
Wind: Light breeze toward left field
Impact: Slightly favorable for right‑handed power hitters
Injury Report
(No injuries were listed in the sourced previews; standard MLB injury reports would finalize closer to game time.)
Probable Pitching Matchup
Miami — RHP Chris Paddack
Record: 0–4
ERA: 6.38
Innings: 24
Profile: Struggling early; high contact allowed; vulnerable to power
Los Angeles — RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Record: 2–2
ERA: 2.48
Innings: 32.2
Profile: One of MLB’s most effective starters; tied for league lead in quality starts
Pitching Edge: Strongly Dodgers.
Team Records & Recent Form
Miami Marlins (13–15)
Lost 3 of last 5, including two straight
Offense:
.261 AVG, 123 runs, .338 OBP, .393 SLG
19 HR, 46 doubles
Pitching:
3.99 ERA, 237 strikeouts, 1.26 WHIP
Bullpen: 8 saves, 66.7% conversion
Los Angeles Dodgers (19–9)
Won 3 of last 4, including two straight
Offense:
.280 AVG, 153 runs, 44 HR, .473 SLG
Pitching:
3.40 ERA, strong rotation depth
Key Player Matchups
Xavier Edwards (MIA) vs. Yamamoto
Edwards leads Miami with a .343 AVG
Contact‑first profile meets elite command
Liam Hicks (MIA) vs. Dodgers’ Power Arms
Team‑high 5 HR, 24 RBI
Faces a staff allowing few long balls
Andy Pages (LAD) vs. Paddack
Pages hitting .337 with 25 RBI
Paddack’s elevated ERA and HR susceptibility create mismatch
Max Muncy (LAD) vs. Marlins Bullpen
9 HR, .300 AVG
Miami relievers allow 30% of inherited runners to score
📚 Series & Historical Notes
This is Game 1 of the series.
Dodgers enter atop the NL West; Marlins sit second in the NL East standings.
Betting Trends
Miami Trends
3–9 on the road
Pitching has allowed 17 runs in last 3 losses
Los Angeles Trends
11–4 at home
Won 3 of last 4, scoring 6+ in multiple games
Game Odds
Miami Marlins 8.5
Los Angeles Dodgers – 314
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 26, 2026
First Pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. PT (9:40 p.m. ET)
Venue: PETCO Park — San Diego, California
Surface: Natural grass
Weather Forecast — PETCO Park
Temperature: 64–67°F at first pitch
Conditions: Clear, coastal breeze
Wind: 7–10 mph blowing in from right field
Impact: Slight pitcher‑friendly environment; deep outfield suppresses home runs
Injury Report
Chicago Cubs
Seiya Suzuki (OF): Day‑to‑day, oblique tightness
Jameson Taillon (RHP): 15‑day IL, back
Julian Merryweather (RHP): 15‑day IL, shoulder
Michael Busch (1B): Day‑to‑day, hand soreness
San Diego Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. (OF): Day‑to‑day, ankle soreness
Joe Musgrove (RHP): 15‑day IL, elbow
Luis Campusano (C): Day‑to‑day, knee
Robert Suarez (RHP): Day‑to‑day, forearm fatigue
(Official MLB injury designations will finalize closer to game time.)
Team Records & Recent Form
Chicago Cubs (17–11)
Last 5: W, W, L, W, L
Strengths: Improved lineup depth, strong bullpen performance
Weaknesses: Inconsistent road offense
San Diego Padres (18–9)
Last 5: W, W, W, L, W
Strengths: Elite top‑of‑order production, strong home pitching
Weaknesses: Middle‑relief volatility
Probable Pitching Matchup
Chicago — RHP Justin Steele
Profile: Heavy fastball/cutter mix
Strengths: Weak contact, ground‑ball generation
Keys: Keeping Padres’ right‑handed bats off balance
San Diego — RHP Dylan Cease
Profile: High‑velocity fastball, elite slider
Strengths: Strikeout upside, swing‑and‑miss stuff
Keys: Command; avoiding deep counts
This is one of the premier pitching matchups on the Monday slate — a duel between two frontline right‑handers.
Key Player Matchups
Cody Bellinger (CHC) vs. Dylan Cease
Bellinger handles high velocity well
Cease must bury his slider to avoid damage
Dansby Swanson (CHC) vs. Padres’ Bullpen
Swanson’s late‑inning production has been strong
Padres’ middle relief has been shaky
Manny Machado (SD) vs. Justin Steele
Machado excels vs. left‑handed pitching
Steele’s cutter inside will determine this matchup
Xander Bogaerts (SD) vs. Cubs’ Right‑Side Defense
Bogaerts’ line‑drive profile plays well at PETCO
Cubs’ infield must limit extra bases
Series & Historical Notes
Cubs and Padres split their 2025 season series.
Padres have won 6 of the last 8 meetings at PETCO Park.
Both teams enter above .500 with early‑season momentum.
Betting Trends
Chicago
3–2 in last 5
Unders hit in 4 of last 6
Steele starts often trend low‑scoring
San Diego
4–1 in last 5
Overs hit in 3 of last 5
Cease has been dominant at home
Game Odds
Chicago Cubs 7.5
San Diego Padres – 118
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 26, 2026
First Pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET (7:05 p.m. CT)
Venue: Globe Life Field — Arlington, Texas
Surface: Artificial turf
Roof: Retractable (often closed for heat)
Weather Outlook — Arlington, TX
Globe Life Field’s roof may be closed depending on heat and humidity.
Temperature: 82–85°F outside
Conditions: Mostly sunny, warm
Wind: 10–12 mph from the south
Impact:
Roof closed: Neutral hitting environment
Roof open: Boost to right‑center carry
Injury Report
New York Yankees
Gerrit Cole (RHP): 60‑day IL, elbow recovery
DJ LeMahieu (INF): Day‑to‑day, foot soreness
Jasson Domínguez (OF): 10‑day IL, oblique
Jonathan Loáisiga (RHP): 15‑day IL, elbow
Oswald Peraza (INF): Day‑to‑day, shoulder
Texas Rangers
Corey Seager (SS): Day‑to‑day, hand contusion
Max Scherzer (RHP): 15‑day IL, back
Josh Jung (3B): 10‑day IL, wrist
Nathan Eovaldi (RHP): Day‑to‑day, forearm tightness
Evan Carter (OF): Day‑to‑day, ankle soreness
(Official MLB injury designations will finalize closer to game time.)
Team Records & Recent Form
New York Yankees (18–10)
Last 5: W, W, L, W, W
Strengths: Power hitting, elite bullpen, improved plate discipline
Weaknesses: Rotation depth without Cole
Texas Rangers (14–16)
Last 5: L, W, L, L, W
Strengths: Lineup depth, strong home performance historically
Weaknesses: Injuries to core hitters, inconsistent starting pitching
Probable Pitching Matchup
New York — RHP Clarke Schmidt
Profile: Cutter/slider‑heavy righty
Keys: Keeping the ball down, limiting Texas’ left‑handed power
Texas — RHP Dane Dunning
Profile: Sinker/slider mix with ground‑ball tendencies
Keys: Avoiding long counts, keeping Yankees’ right‑handed bats off balance
This matchup leans toward a pitch‑to‑contact duel, with both starters relying on movement rather than overpowering velocity.
Key Player Matchups
Aaron Judge (NYY) vs. Dane Dunning
Judge has been heating up and punishes sinkers left up in the zone
Dunning must work edges and avoid predictable sequences
Juan Soto (NYY) vs. Rangers’ Bullpen
Soto’s OBP skills pressure late‑inning relievers
Texas’ bullpen has been inconsistent in high‑leverage spots
Adolis García (TEX) vs. Clarke Schmidt
García thrives vs. breaking balls left over the plate
Schmidt’s slider location will determine this matchup
Marcus Semien (TEX) vs. Yankees’ Infield Defense
Semien’s contact profile can exploit defensive gaps
Yankees’ infield has been improved but still prone to miscues
Series & Historical Notes
Yankees won the 2025 season series 4–2.
Rangers have won 5 of the last 7 at Globe Life Field.
New York enters with strong momentum; Texas is trying to avoid falling further below .500.
Betting Trends
New York
4–1 in last 5
Overs hit in 3 of last 5
Schmidt starts tend to be moderate‑scoring
Texas
2–3 in last 5
Unders hit in 4 of last 6
Rangers have been stronger at home than on the road
Game Odds
New York Yankees – 168
Texas Rangers 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 26, 2026
First Pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. CT (5:40 p.m. PT)
Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field — Chicago, Illinois
Surface: Natural grass
Weather Forecast — Guaranteed Rate Field
Temperature: 62–65°F at first pitch
Conditions: Partly cloudy with mild humidity
Wind: 10–14 mph blowing out to right field
Impact: Boost for left‑handed power hitters; slight advantage to fly‑ball offenses
Injury Report
Los Angeles Angels
Mike Trout (OF): Day‑to‑day, minor calf tightness
Reid Detmers (LHP): 15‑day IL, shoulder inflammation
Luis Rengifo (UTIL): Day‑to‑day, hamstring
José Quijada (LHP): 60‑day IL, elbow recovery
Zach Neto (SS): Day‑to‑day, wrist soreness
Chicago White Sox
Luis Robert Jr. (OF): 10‑day IL, hip strain
Yoán Moncada (3B): 15‑day IL, oblique
Michael Kopech (RHP): Day‑to‑day, forearm tightness
Garrett Crochet (LHP): 15‑day IL, shoulder
Andrew Vaughn (1B): Day‑to‑day, back stiffness
(Official MLB injury designations will finalize closer to game time.)
Team Records & Recent Form
Los Angeles Angels (12–17)
Last 5: L, W, L, W, L
Strengths: Middle‑order power, improved bullpen strikeout rate
Weaknesses: Rotation inconsistency, defensive lapses
Chicago White Sox (11–17)
Last 5: W, L, L, W, L
Strengths: Young lineup showing signs of life, strong home run rate
Weaknesses: Injuries to core hitters, bullpen volatility
Probable Pitching Matchup
Los Angeles — RHP Chase Silseth
Profile: High‑spin fastball, developing splitter
Keys: Command early in counts, avoiding long balls in a hitter‑friendly park
Chicago — RHP Erick Fedde
Profile: Cutter‑heavy righty with improved command
Keys: Keeping Angels’ right‑handed bats off balance, inducing weak contact
Key Player Matchups
Taylor Ward (LAA) vs. Erick Fedde
Ward has been the Angels’ most consistent bat
Fedde’s cutter must stay inside to avoid barrels
Nolan Schanuel (LAA) vs. White Sox Bullpen
Schanuel’s on‑base skills set the table
Chicago’s middle relief has struggled with walks
Eloy Jiménez (CWS) vs. Chase Silseth
Jiménez thrives vs. high‑velocity fastballs
Silseth must lean on his splitter to neutralize him
Andrew Benintendi (CWS) vs. Angels’ Left‑Side Defense
Benintendi’s contact profile can exploit defensive gaps
Angels’ infield has been inconsistent
Series & Historical Notes
Angels and White Sox split their 2025 season series.
Chicago has won 5 of the last 7 meetings at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Both teams enter with losing records but remain within striking distance early in the AL standings.
Betting Trends
Angels
2–3 in last 5
Overs hit in 4 of last 6
Silseth starts tend to be high‑variance
White Sox
2–3 in last 5
Unders hit in 3 of last 5
Fedde has been more reliable at home
Game Odds
Los Angeles Angels – 118
Chicago White Sox 9
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 26, 2026
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