Eric Thames Returns to the Starting Lineup Friday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Eric Thames (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Thames was forced to exit early during Thursday's game due to hamstring issues. He'll bat fifth and play first base versus righty Antonio Senzatela. Thames has been fairly average with the bat, but does have […]

Nicholas Castellanos Scratched On Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Nicholas Castellanos (groin) has been scratched from the starting lineup versus the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday. Castellanos is dealing with right groin tightness, so he'll sit this one out. The Cubs aren't playing for anything, so his season might be over. Albert Almora will play center field and bat eighth versus […]

Felix Hernandez Making Possibly His Last Start in Seattle

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez is making what could be his final start of his Mariners' career against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday. Hernandez has been pitching in Seattle since 2005, but is in the final year of his contract. He's posting a horrendous 6.51 ERA in 14 starts with Seattle this season. Hernandez […]

Starling Marte, Josh Bell Both Done for 2019

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte (wrist) and first baseman Josh Bell (groin) have both been shut down for the 2019 season. Both players have been injured for multiple weeks, so it's not too surprising that the Pirates shut them down. Pablo Reyes will cover center field and bat fifth on Thursday. Jose Osuna plays first […]

Kyle Schwarber, Jason Heyward Are Sitting Out

Chicago Cubs outfielders Kyle Schwarber (rest) and Jason Heyward (rest) are out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Both sluggers will get a day off along with most of the regular starters. The Cubs are eliminated from the playoffs, so manager Joe Maddon decided to give most of the regulars […]

Willson Contreras Gets A Breather

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Cubs were eliminated from postseason contention on Wednesday. Most of the regulars are out of the lineup here, so it's not surprising to see Contreras getting the day off. Jonathan Lucroy will draw the start […]

Jeff Hoffman Expects to Start on Sunday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Hoffman (knee) is planning on making his final start of the season versus the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Hoffman was struck in the knee by a comebacker on Tuesday. He was carted off the field, but the X-rays came back negative. Hoffman has been getting crushed this season, so he's […]

Justin Turner Continues to Be Rested

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (ankle, back) did not start in Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Jedd Gyorko was given the start at third base and that might be the case for the rest of the weekend. Turner continues to deal with a nagging back injury and a left ankle issue. […]

Anthony Rizzo Sits Out on Thursday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Cubs were officially eliminated from postseason contention on Wednesday. Most of the regular starters are out of the lineup for this one. Victor Caratini will draw the start at first base and bat cleanup […]

Jeff McNeil Lands on the 60-Day Injured List

New York Mets outfielder Jeff McNeil (wrist) has been placed on the 60-day injured list on Thursday. McNeil suffered a fractured right wrist during Wednesday's game and is done for the rest of the season. He'll finish with a .318/.384/.531 batting line, 23 home runs, 75 RBI with the Mets this season. McNeil is expected […]

Aaron Nola Won't Make His Final Start

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (rest) won't make his final start of the season on Sunday versus the Miami Marlins. The Phillies are out of contention, so they see no reason to bother starting Nola one more time. He finished with a 3.87 ERA with 229 strikeouts in 34 starts with the team. The […]

Amed Rosario Gets A Breather on Thursday

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Miami Marlins. The Mets have been officially eliminated from playoff contention, so they will give Rosario a day off to rest. Luis Guillorme will bat seventh and play shortstop versus righty Jordan Yamamoto. Guillorme doesn't offer much […]

Kyle Hendricks, Yu Darvish Are Done for the Season

Chicago Cubs starting pitchers Kyle Hendricks and Yu Darvish have been shut down for the rest of the 2019 season. The team is out of playoff contention, so there is no need for either to take the mound again in the last week of the regular season. Alec Mills will draw the start on Friday. […]

Cole Hamels Will Start on Saturday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cole Hamels (shoulder) will make one more start for the team on Saturday versus the St. Louis Cardinals. Hamels did not make his last start due to shoulder fatigue. Hamels is 7-7 with a 3.92 ERA in 26 starts for the Cubs this season. He's set to become a free agent […]

Frankie Montas Reinstated On Wednesday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas has been reinstated from the restricted list on Wednesday. Montas served an 80-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. He's scheduled to make the start against the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Montas is 9-2 with a 2.70 ERA in 15 starts with Oakland this season. However, […]

Mookie Betts Expected to Play on Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts (foot) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Betts continues to deal with foot soreness, so he'll sit out on Wednesday and Thursday. The team is hopeful that Betts will be able to return to the lineup for Friday's game against the Baltimore […]

Javier Baez is Likely Done for the Season

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) is likely done for the rest of the regular season, according to manager Joe Maddon. Baez surprisingly returned on Sunday to take an at-bat, but that is most likely the last time we'll see him this season. The Cubs are basically eliminated from the playoffs, so there is no […]

Carlos Correa is Out Against Mariners

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (back) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Correa missed Tuesday's game due to lower back tightness, and he's going to sit out again here because of it. There is a good chance that Correa sits a lot this week with the playoffs quickly […]

Khris Davis Gets Wednesday Off

Oakland Athletics designated hitter Khris Davis (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Davis crushed a two-run home run on Tuesday, so this is not health related. Jurickson Profar will serve as the designated hitter and bat seventh versus lefty Andrew Heaney. Profar doesn't have enough upside […]

Mallex Smith Won't Play on Wednesday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mallex Smith (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Houston Astros. This appears to be a routine day off here for Smith. Kyle Lewis will cover center field and bat cleanup versus righty Zack Greinke. Lewis has been fairly reliable with the bat since his call up, […]

Ronald Acuna is Done for the Regular Season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna (groin) has been shut down for the remainder of the regular season. Acuna suffered a left groin strain and the team wants to shut him down for the last week of the season. However, Acuna is expected to return for their first postseason series. Billy Hamilton will cover center field […]

Wil Myers Returns to the Lineup Against Dodgers

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers returns to the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Myers fainted during a charity event on Sunday. He appears to be fine now and is back in the lineup for this one. Myers will bat cleanup and play left field versus righty Ross Stripling. Myers has […]

Manny Machado Sits Out Once Again on Wednesday

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This is the second time in three games that Machado has sat out due to rest. He's been awful with the bat this month, so it's not too surprising to see him sitting […]

Trevor Story is Out on Wednesday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Story will get the night off after playing in a 16-inning contest last game. Garrett Hampson will bat leadoff and play shortstop versus righty Jeff Samardzija. Hampson has been hitting over .400 during the last […]

Justin Turner is Out of the Lineup Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Turner will get a rest day here as the Dodgers want to be cautious with their veterans this close to the postseason. Matt Beaty will bat third and play third base versus righty […]

Kris Bryant Shut Down for the Season

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (ankle) is officially done for the rest of the 2019 season. The Cubs are still alive mathematically, but the Brewers need to win one game of their last five to eliminate the North Siders. Bryant is dealing with a right ankle sprain, so the team doesn't want to rush […]

Miguel Cabrera Will See Specialist After the Season

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (knee) is out of the starting lineup on Tuesday as he continues to deal with a lingering knee issue. Cabrera said on Tuesday that he plans to see a specialist after the season about his knee issues. He'll likely end up getting platelet-rich plasma injections, so hopefully that will […]

Freddie Freeman Should Be Ready on Friday

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman (elbow) should be ready to return versus the New York Mets on Friday, according to manager Brian Snitker. Freeman is currently not with the team and is getting treatment on his lingering elbow issue. Freeman has been a big part to this team all year, so the Braves will […]

Max Muncy is Back in the Lineup on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy (quad) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Muncy missed a few games due to tightness in his quad, but appears fine now. He'll bat second and play first base versus righty Ronald Bolanos. Muncy has been cold with the bat all […]

Wilson Ramos Gets the Night Off

New York Mets catcher Wilson Ramos (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Ramos will take a seat here with right-hander Noah Syndergaard on the mound for New York. Tomas Nido will draw the start behind the plate and bat eighth versus righty Sandy Alcantara. Nido does not […]