All articles tagged with #lineup changes
The Cubs’ offense has been stuck in a funk at Wrigley Field, and manager Craig Counsell says lineup changes are coming. Top prospects Kevin Alcantara and Pedro Ramirez have recently been called up (with PCA, Pete Crow-Armstrong, possibly leading off in some lineups), and a day off for Ian Happ could be in play as part of the adjustments. While the shakeup aims to spark momentum, it’s unlikely to solve all issues immediately.
OG Anunoby’s hamstring issue is described as very minor and day-to-day, but if he can’t go in Game 3, the Knicks face several lineup adjustments. Miles McBride is the most likely starter replacement, potentially shadowing Tyrese Maxey while Bridges handles other wings. A second option is a double-big look with Mitchell Robinson alongside Karl-Anthony Towns, which would shift defensive matchups and rotations. Bench changes would bring Landry Shamet back into action, with possible minutes for Ariel Hukporti or Jeremy Sochan if bigger lineups are used. In short, Anunoby’s absence would create multiple moving parts on both ends of the floor.
With a 3-1 series lead, the Flyers head to Pittsburgh for Game 5, eyeing potential lineup tweaks, a sharper transition game, and better discipline as the Penguins look to rebound after a 4-2 Game 4, led by Crosby and an improving power play; game time is 7:00 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Philadelphia and ESPN.
Strong winds forced Stagecoach in Indio to pause Saturday night with an emergency evacuation; the festival later reopened around 9 p.m. as organizers adjusted the lineup—Journey and Riley Green were canceled, while Lainey Wilson was moved to a later 10:30 p.m. set. The event was postponed until further notice and attendees were urged to exit quickly as a wind advisory remained in effect for Indio through Sunday morning, with some security-exit blocks briefly affecting the evacuation.
Chris Newstrom is sidelined for Tennessee’s three-game series at Mississippi State due to an internal matter, with the absence not expected to be long-term. He’s batting .180 in 26 games (15 starts) and hasn’t started since March 22, going 0-for-18 in SEC play. Tennessee (21-12, 4-8 SEC) faces No. 9 Mississippi State (26-7, 7-5) in Starkville, as coach Josh Elander says the team will continue to give him opportunities as he works to improve.
San Francisco's hire of Tony Vitello, a college coach with no pro experience, is facing an early test after three winless games and just one run scored; observers point to unconventional lineup changes and clubhouse dynamics as signs of growing pains, arguing for patience, steadier communication, and time for players to find a rhythm. The outcome could shape MLB's openness to college coaches depending on whether Vitello adapts or becomes a cautionary tale.
LA Kings host the Montreal Canadiens to cap a six-game homestand with notable lineup questions: Scott Laughton and Mathieu Joseph could be in the mix, and Quinton Byfield may return from an upper-body injury. Alex Laferriere is expected to slot onto the top power-play unit, while Artemi Panarin, Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe anchor the top line. Coach D.J. Smith emphasizes winning today as rosters settle after yesterday’s trades, aiming to finish the stretch with a .500 record.
Capitals winger Tom Wilson is sidelined by an illness for tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers, after returning from Olympic duty with Team Canada in Italy. Ryan Leonard will slide into Wilson’s spot on the second line with Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois, while Hendrix Lapierre moves to the fourth line. Washington also will be without defenseman John Carlson due to a lower-body injury. Wilson leads the team with 49 points in 50 games this season.
LA Kings visit Detroit for Game 51 of the season with a reshuffled lineup: Turcotte is out, Edmundson is a game-time decision, and Warren Foegele sits for one game with Trevor Moore returning; Armia centers a new line while Connors was recalled but won’t play tonight. Kopitar skated and could return on the trip, and Detroit’s John Gibson is in net as LA looks to balance its forward group on a busy road trip.
Jaccob Slavin is returning from injury for the Hurricanes, William Nylander is back for the Maple Leafs, and several other teams have notable lineup updates and injury statuses, including the Canadiens, Panthers, Sharks, Flyers, Rangers, Bruins, and Sabres.
The St. Louis Blues are making several lineup changes for their game against the Colorado Avalanche, including returning Jonatan Berggren to the top line and adjusting forward and defense pairings, with Jordan Binnington in goal and notable roster updates for the game.
The St. Louis Blues are preparing to face the Buffalo Sabres with lineup changes due to injury and strategic decisions, including the return of Robby Fabbri and Mathieu Joseph, and Joel Hofer starting in goal. Suter is out for four weeks with an ankle injury, and the game is scheduled for December 29 at 7 p.m.
Crystal Palace makes four changes for their match against Tottenham, including Dean Henderson returning in goal and Will Hughes making his 150th appearance, while Tottenham makes two changes with Richarlison and Kevin Danso starting due to suspensions of Xavi Simons and Cristian Romero. The match features notable lineup adjustments on both sides.
The St. Louis Blues, after a heavy loss to Washington, held a rare morning skate and made lineup changes for their game against the Buffalo Sabres, with Joel Hofer expected to start in goal.
The St. Louis Blues are making two lineup changes for their game against the Washington Capitals, emphasizing physicality with Nathan Walker and Logan Mailloux returning to the lineup. The Blues aim for consecutive wins, while the Capitals seek to break a four-game winless streak, with the game scheduled for November 5 at 6:30 p.m. CT.