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Adalberto Mondesi Swipes Two Bags On Thursday
Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi had his first two-steal game of the year in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers. He now has three stolen bases over six games on the year. Unfortunately, the stolen bases have been his lone contribution for fantasy managers thus far. He's gone just 3-for-21 at the plate […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoAustin Riley Making Good Contact Through Opening Week
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley has picked up from where he left off last year so far this season. Through eight games, he's slashing .286/.429/.571 with two home runs, two doubles, five RBI and five runs. His strong start is validated by a whopping .678 xSLG and 47.6% sweet spot percentage. He's also been […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKris Bryant Riding Six-Game Hitting Streak
Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant is off to a good start to his Rockies career. He's recorded at least one hit in each of his six games to start the year and he's tallied multiple hits in three of his last four games. He's still searching for his first home run of the year, but […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoGregory Soto Earns His Second Save On Thursday
Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Gregory Soto closed out the team's 4-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday to earn his second save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no hits and one walk while striking out one. Soto has converted each of his two save opportunities thus far. No […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoConnor Brogdon, Damon Jones Optioned To Triple-A
The Philadelphia Phillies optioned relief pitchers Connor Brogdon and Damon Jones to Triple-A on Thursday. The team added a pair of fellow relievers to the roster in corresponding moves. Andrew Bellatti was called up from Triple-A and James Norwood was reinstated from the bereavement list. Brogdon allowed two earned runs over 2/3 of an inning […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoDonovan Casey Called Up From Triple-A
The Washington Nationals have called up outfielder Donovan Casey from Triple-A. No corresponding move has been announced yet, but there's speculation that Dee Strange-Gordon (illness) could be headed to the injured list. Casey is currently ranked as the team's No. 19 overall prospect by MLB Pipeline. The 26-year-old has yet to play in the majors. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJonathan India Could Return On Saturday
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (hamstring) was removed from Thursday's game in the fifth inning. He was experiencing right hamstring tightness after running out an infield single. According to Reds manager David Bell, initial reports on the injury are "encouraging." Bell stated that there's a chance India could be back as soon as Saturday. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoP.J. Tucker Limited In Thursday's Practice
Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (calf) logged a limited practice on Thursday. According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, he was putting up some shots on the side during the team's practice. Tucker has been out since April 5 due to a strained right calf. On Wednesday, he declared himself "ready" for Game 1 […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoLuke Kennard Questionable For Friday Versus Pelicans
Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Luke Kennard (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's play-in game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He has been dealing with a sore right hamstring. He was unable to play in Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Due to his absence, Norman Powell went on to log 27 minutes […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoLou Williams To Remain Out On Friday
Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams (back) will be sidelined once again for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran is currently hampered by lower back discomfort. Williams hasn't had much of a role with the Hawks this season. He appeared in 56 games and logged just over 14 minutes per contest while averaging 6.3 […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJarrett Allen Will Attempt To Play On Friday
Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (finger) will attempt to make his return to the court in Friday's play-in game against the Atlanta Hawks, according to Shams Charania. The All-Star center is currently listed as questionable for the game, but barring any setbacks, it seems as if he'll be on the court for tip-off. Allen has […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJohn Collins Officially Ruled Out For Friday
Atlanta Hawks power forward John Collins (finger, foot) has officially been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Collins went through a 4-on-4 practice session on Thursday. It certainly seems like he is progressing towards being able to play. If the Hawks are able to win on Friday, we may see him in […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoBogdan Bogdanovic Questionable For Friday Versus Cavs
Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 29-year-old is dealing with a left ankle sprain. He played 25 minutes in the team's 132-103 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. He shot 4-for-9 from the field and 3-for-7 from three-point land while […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoBlake Snell Placed On Injured List With Adductor Tightness
The San Diego Padres have placed starting pitcher Blake Snell (adductor) on the 10-day injured list with left adductor tightness. The 29-year-old veteran was scratched from his first start of the year and he will now be out for at least another week and a half, potentially longer. The Padres are calling up the team's […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoMacKenzie Gore Officially Named Friday's Starter
San Diego Padres pitching prospect MacKenzie Gore will make his MLB debut on Friday against the Atlanta Braves, according to Padres manager Bob Melvin. Fellow starting pitcher Blake Snell (adductor) is heading to the injured list and Gore will be promoted to take his place in the rotation. The 23-year-old Gore looked great in his […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJose Ramirez Signs Seven-Year Contract Extension
The Cleveland Guardians have signed star third baseman Jose Ramirez to a seven-year contract extension. According to Jon Heyman, Ramirez will be guaranteed $141 million over seven seasons. The contract has an average annual value of just over $20 million per year, but the latter years are more lucrative for the 29-year-old than the next […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoMatt Chapman Heading To The Bench On Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman is absent from the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Luis Severino and the Toronto Blue Jays. Santiago Espinal is shifting over to cover third base for the game while Cavan Biggio is at the keystone. Chapman is off to a slow start to the year. Over his […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJavier Baez Back In Action On Thursday
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Zack Greinke and the Kansas City Royals. Baez was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game as he was dealing with a sore thumb. His thumb had gotten swollen after he was jammed in an at-bat in Tuesday's game. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoTeoscar Hernandez Lands On Injured List With Oblique Strain
The Toronto Blue Jays have placed outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (oblique) on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain. The team called up second baseman Gosuke Katoh from Triple-A in a corresponding move. Katoh will be available for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Hernandez departed Wednesday's game with what was initially described […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoEdward Cabrera Tosses Bullpen Session At Low-A
Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera (biceps) went through a 20-pitch bullpen session at Low-A Jupiter on Wednesday. The 24-year-old is currently on the 7-day injured list due to right biceps muscle fatigue. The Marlins have a complete and healthy five-man rotation right now, so Cabrera will likely head to Triple-A once he's done rehabbing. He's […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoDylan Floro Throws Bullpen Session On Thursday
Miami Marlins relief pitcher Dylan Floro (shoulder) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session at Miami's LoanDepot Park on Thursday. The 31-year-old began experiencing arm soreness in late March, then was diagnosed with right rotator cuff tendinitis. He's still probably at least a few weeks away from returning to the team as he still needs to face […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoAvisail Garcia Back In the Lineup On Thursday
Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (back) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Kyle Gibson and the Philadelphia Phillies. Garcia has been dealing with a back injury that kept him out of action in each of the team's last two games. Brian Anderson covered right field while Garcia was out, but Anderson […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoVladimir Guerrero Jr. Set To Play On Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (finger) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Guerrero suffered a finger injury on Wednesday, when Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks stepped on his hand at first base. Guerrero was bleeding heavily after the incident, but he stayed in the game and […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKyle Lewis Taking Live Batting Practice
Seattle Mariners outfielder Kyle Lewis (knee) has begun taking live batting practice, according to Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto. However, he is not yet partaking in extended ST games. Lewis underwent knee surgery last year and has remained without a timeline to return to the field. He only played in 36 games last […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoKen Giles Could Start Throwing In Two Weeks
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Ken Giles (finger) could being throwing a baseball in about two weeks, according to Jerry Dipoto, the Mariners' president of baseball operations. The 31-year-old is dealing with a tendon strain in the middle finger of his right hand, his throwing hand. He doesn't have a clear timeline for a return at […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoVladimir Guerrero Jr. Blasts Three Homers On Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. carried the team to a 6-4 win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday. He went 4-for-4 with three home runs, a double and four RBI in the game. His monster game came despite suffering an injury in the second inning of the game. While covering first […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoLou Trivino Records His First Save On Wednesday
Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Lou Trivino closed out the team's 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday to earn his first save of the year. He pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit and one walk. All reports going into the season suggested that Trivino would be the clear closer for the […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoLance Lynn Says He's Ahead Of Schedule In Recovery
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn (knee) played catch on Wednesday for the first time since undergoing right knee surgery about a week ago. The 34-year-old spoke to reporters on Wednesday and stated that he was "ahead of schedule." He also added that there was still a lot of work left to be done. […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoRyan Pressly Blows Save Chance On Wednesday
Houston Astros closer Ryan Pressly failed to convert his save opportunity against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. He entered the game in the ninth inning as the team had a 2-1 lead and he wound up giving up two walks, one hit and two runs (one earned). In addition to the blown save, he also […]
Andrew Ericksen 3 years agoJohn Means To Receive MRI On Forearm
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means (forearm) is set to undergo an MRI on his forearm in the next day or so, according to Dan Connolly of The Athletic. Means was removed from his start on Wednesday after experiencing forearm tightness. The left-hander stated that he has never felt any tightness in his forearm before, […]
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