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Twins And White Sox Game Postponed On Tuesday
The contest between the Minnesota Twins and Chicago White Sox has been postponed on Tuesday. The forecast has steady rain in Chicago throughout the evening, so the two sides aren't going to take any chances. Instead, they will make up the game on Wednesday as part of a doubleheader. The assumption is that Bailey Ober […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoJonathan India Scratched On Tuesday
Cincinnati Reds infielder Jonathan India (knee) has been scratched from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Colorado Rockies. It sounds like the Reds will take the cautious approach here with India dealing with a left-knee contusion. This doesn't sound too serious, so hopefully India will only miss a game or two. In the meantime, Santiago Espinal […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoWilmer Flores Returning On Tuesday
San Francisco Giants first baseman Wilmer Flores (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. The veteran corner infielder is back in the mix after missing a few weeks due to left knee tendinitis. The 32-year-old figures to platoon with LaMonte Wade Jr. at first base going forward. Flores will play first […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoThairo Estrada Activated And Starting On Tuesday
San Francisco Giants second baseman Thairo Estrada (wrist) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Estrada has been sidelined since late June due to left-wrist tendinitis. He could see an increased look at shortstop with Nick Ahmed being designated for assignment. On Tuesday, Estrada will play second base and bat seventh versus […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBlake Snell Activated, Starting On Tuesday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (groin) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. The southpaw will take the mound versus the Toronto Blue Jays after missing over a month due to a groin issue. The reigning NL CY Young award winner has been horrendous with the Giants this season. The […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoOneil Cruz Collects Two Hits, Exits Early In Win
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz (hamstring) has been on a hot stretch at the plate over the last few weeks. On Monday, Cruz went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run in the win over the Mets. It's worth noting that Cruz was removed from the game after running the bases in the sixth inning. Pirates' […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoKetel Marte Returning To Action On Monday
Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (back) returns to the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The switch-hitting slugger will make his way back into the lineup after missing two games due to back tightness. He'll cover second base and bat second versus right-hander Bryce Elder on Monday. Kevin Newman will […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBryce Elder Recalled, Starting On Monday
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Bryce Elder has been recalled to make the start against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday. The Braves had to make a quick decision with Chris Sale having his start pushed back. Elder has struggled to the tune of a 5.76 ERA across six starts with the Braves this season. Fantasy managers […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoTaylor Ward Absent On Monday
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (knee) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Texas Rangers. The veteran outfielder will get the day off after banging up his knee during Sunday's game. Luckily, it sounds like a minor issue that will likely only cost Ward one or two games. In […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoAnthony Rendon Activated And Starting On Monday
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (hamstring) has been activated off the 60-day injured list on Monday. Rendon will make his return to the lineup after missing the last two and a half months due to a lingering hamstring issue. He'll bat leadoff and cover third base versus right-hander Jon Gray on Monday. Rendon […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoTommy Pham Scratched On Monday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Tommy Pham has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. The organization hasn't yet given a reason as to why Pham was pulled from the lineup. Corey Julks will cover center field and bat eighth in his place versus right-hander Chris Paddack. Fantasy managers […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoMichael Kopech Continues To Struggle
Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Michael Kopech was called upon to hold a one-run lead against the Miami Marlins on Sunday. He was unable to do that as the Marlins were all over Kopech. He walked the first batter of the inning but seemed to settle down after that. Kopech eventually unraveled and allowed a […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoHayden Wesneski Allows One Hit
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Hayden Wesneski was nearly perfect during Sunday's outing against the Los Angeles Angels. The right-hander allowed one hit over 6 1/3 scoreless innings in the win. Wesneski gave up a single in the first inning, but retired 18 batters in a row after that. He was later taken out of the […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoFrancisco Lindor Comes Up Clutch
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor put together a fantastic day at the plate during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The switch-hitter went 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a walk in the win. Lindor came up clutch for his team as he hit a two-run single off Aroldis Chapman to give the […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoRyne Nelson Looks Sharp On Sunday
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Ryne Nelson was surprisingly solid during Sunday's outing against the San Diego Padres. The right-hander allowed one run on three hits over 6 2/3 innings in the win. It hasn't been a great year for Nelson but he has looked better lately. He struck out five batters while only walking one […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoJose Berrios Notches 10 Strikeouts
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios was racking up strikeouts during Sunday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Berrios recorded 10 strikeouts while allowing four runs in a no-decision. The long ball continues to haunt Berrios as all the damage in this game came off home runs. Despite that, Berrios was able to miss enough […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoChristian Yelich Records Three Hits
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich continued his fantastic season against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Yelich kicked off the scoring with a two-run blast in the fourth inning. That started the fire in what would be a three-hit performance for Yelich. He finished the day 3-for-4 with a homer, double, three runs scored, and […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoGrayson Rodriguez Strikes Out Eight Batters
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez was sharp on the mound during Sunday's game against the Oakland Athletics. The right-hander struck out eight batters while allowing three runs over six innings of work. Rodriguez earned his 11th win of the year which ties him for the major league lead in wins. He holds a 3.52 […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoAroldis Chapman Coughs Up The Lead
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman was tasked with shutting down the New York Mets on Sunday. The left-hander was unable to do that as he put together a disastrous outing. Chapman walked three batters, allowing two hits, and two earned runs in what ended up being a loss. The hard-throwing southpaw threw 40 pitches […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoCarlos Correa Expected To Play On Monday
Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (finger) was removed from Sunday's game after getting hit by a pitch on the hand. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative for any structural damage. That being said, it sounds like the 29-year-old slugger is dealing with a right finger contusion. After the game, Correa told reporters that he plans […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoJonah Heim Collects Four Hits
Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim has been on a tear at the plate during Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The switch-hitting catcher went 4-for-5 with a home run, two RBI, and three runs scored in the blowout win. Heim came out of the gate slowly but he has been getting it going with […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoPaul Skenes Named To All-Star Team
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes was named to the National League All-Star team on Sunday. This is a first in what will likely be many All-Star appearances for the 22-year-old flamethrower. This season, Skenes has a 5-0 record with a 2.12 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, and 78/12 K/BB ratio across 10 starts. Skenes becomes the […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBrandon Pfaadt Expected To Make Next Start
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt (ankle) is expected to make his next scheduled start in the rotation. The right-hander exited early during Saturday's outing after being hit in the left ankle by a comebacker. The D-Backs took the cautious approach and pulled Pfaadt from the contest. It doesn't sound like anything serious has happened, […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBlake Snell Expected To Return On Tuesday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (groin) is expected to make his return to the mound on Tuesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The southpaw has been sidelined for over a month due to a groin strain. Before that, Snell had an ugly 9.64 ERA through six starts with San Francisco. He looked fantastic […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoJulio Rodriguez Not Playing On Sunday
Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (quad) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The superstar slugger was removed from Saturday's game due to a right-quad injury. Unsurprisingly, Rodriguez will sit out on Sunday so he can rest and recover. The organization had Rodriguez undergo an MRI, so […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoHenry Davis Activated, Optioned To Minors
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis (concussion) has been activated off the 7-day concussion injured list on Sunday. The Pirates have optioned him back to Triple-A Indianapolis where he will continue his rehab assignment. The assumption is that the former first-round pick will be back in Pittsburgh at some point this season. Davis was struggling before […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBailey Falter Placed On Injured List
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Bailey Falter (arm) has been placed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday. This news comes after Falter left early during Saturday's outing against the New York Mets. The southpaw will be sidelined until after the All-Star break due to left arm discomfort. In a corresponding move, right-hander Brent Honeywell has […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoBryan De La Cruz Absent On Sunday
Miami Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox. The 27-year-old will get a day off after gong 1-for-8 over the first two games of the series. In his place, Nick Gordon will cover left field and bat seventh versus right-hander Jonathan […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoOneil Cruz Sitting Out On Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the New York Mets. This appears to be a routine rest day for Cruz against a left-handed starting pitcher. The Pirates are making sure to give Cruz plenty of rest in what is his first full big league season. […]
Andy Webb 6 months agoJordan McLaughlin Signing With Kings
The Sacramento Kings have agreed to a one-year deal with guard Jordan McLaughlin on Saturday. McLaughlin will join a new team after playing the last five seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He struggled to stay on the court last season. Injuries limited McLaughlin to 56 games with 3.5 points per game and 2.0 assists in […]
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