Jeff McNeil Returns on Monday

New York Mets infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil (rest) is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. McNeil did not play in Sunday's contest, but it's unclear why he sat out. However, McNeil appears fine, and is in the lineup for Monday's game. McNeil will bat leadoff and play right field versus […]

Noah Syndergaard to Make Rehab Start Tuesday

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (hamstring) is scheduled to make a rehab start with Short-Season Brooklyn on Tuesday. Syndergaard has missed a little over a week of action due to a right hamstring strain. The plan is to have Syndergaard make the start versus the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. However, that all depends […]

Steven Wright Expected to Join Bullpen on Tuesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright (suspension) is expected to join the team's bullpen on Tuesday. Wright recently finished serving an 80-game suspension for PED usage. Wright pitched very well during his minor league rehab appearances. The team may ease him back into action, but Wright could end up playing a big role in the […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Has Suspension Reduced

Texas Rangers third baseman Asdrubal Cabrera had his four game suspension reduced to three games on Monday. Cabrera received the suspension when he threw equipment at the home plate umpire on Thursday. The Rangers are off on Monday, but Cabrera will begin the suspension versus the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday.

Jake Bauers Scratched on Monday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Jake Bauers (ankle) has been scratched from the starting lineup on Monday. Bauers suffered a sprained left ankle during batting practice. The team is considering him day-to-day, and doesn't believe he'll need to go on the injured list. Mike Freeman will play left field and bat ninth versus righty Brad Keller. Fantasy […]

Joe Ross Optioned on Sunday

Washington Nationals pitcher Joe Ross has been optioned to the minors on Sunday. Ross was expected to make the start on Sunday, but pitched in relief for the Nats on Saturday. He was crushed for four earned runs, so the Nats decided to send him back to the minors. Right-hander Kyle McGowin will take his […]

Mike Foltynewicz Optioned to Minors

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz has been optioned to the minors on Sunday. He gave up eight runs in his last start on Saturday, and the Braves decided it's time to make a move. Foltynewicz has a 6.37 ERA through his 11 starts with Atlanta this season. It's unclear who is going to take […]

Trevor Rosenthal Released by Nationals

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal has been released by the organization on Sunday. This was his first season back after having Tommy John surgery, so having some regression is understandable, However, Rosenthal has a 22.74 ERA with 15 walks in 6 1/3 innings with the Nats. Rosenthal reportedly is still throwing hard, so hopefully […]

Michael Conforto is Sitting Out Sunday

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Conforto will get a routine day off here against the left-handed starter. Carlos Gomez will handle right field and bat sixth versus lefty Cole Hamels. Gomez is not worth using in DFS contests, especially with […]

Diego Castillo Placed on Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Diego Castillo (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Castillo has not pitched well lately, so the Rays have put him on the shelf due to right shoulder inflammation. Emilio Pagan will likely get most of the saves chances until Jose Alvarado is ready to return.

Willson Contreras is Resting on Sunday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the New York Mets. This appears to be a routine day off for the young slugging catcher. Victor Caratini will draw the start behind the plate and bat seventh versus righty Jacob deGrom. Caratini has one hit in his […]

Wilson Ramos, Jeff McNeil Out on Sunday

New York Mets catcher Wilson Ramos (rest) and infielder Jeff McNeil (rest) are out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Both players will receive a routine day off here. J.D. Davis will cover left field and bat third, while Tomas Nido will serve as the catcher and bat seventh versus […]

Jonathan Schoop Remains Out on Sunday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Jonathan Schoop (ankle) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Schoop was scratched before Saturday's game due to a sore right ankle. It appears the Twins are going to give Schoop a few days to rest. Luis Arraez will bat sixth and play second […]

Lorenzo Cain is Absent on Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Cain will get a routine day off here to rest, so expect him back in the lineup next game. Ben Gamel will play center field and bat ninth versus righty Anthony DeSclafani. Gamel is not someone […]

Nick Senzel Returns to the Lineup Sunday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (head) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Senzel left Friday's game due to a migraine and sat out on Saturday. It appears Senzel is feeling better now, and will bat fifth and play center field versus righty Brandon Woodruff. Senzel is starting to […]

Giancarlo Stanton is Out of the Lineup

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Houston Astros. The Yankees have given Stanton multiple days off this week, as they ease him back into things. Brett Gardner will cover left field and bat ninth versus righty Justin Verlander. Gardner isn't a great fantasy […]

Gerardo Parra Covers Center Field Sunday

Washington Nationals outfielder Gerardo Parra is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Victor Robles (rest) is get the day off to rest, so Parra will cover his spot in the outfield. Parra will bat seventh and play center field versus righty Mike Soroka. None of the Braves' hitters are really […]

Bobby Bradley Recalled on Sunday

Cleveland Indians first baseman Bobby Bradley has been recalled from Triple-A on Sunday. He'll mostly split time at first base and the designated hitter spot for the Tribe. Bradley hit .292/.359/.638 with 24 home runs and 55 knocked in during his time in the minors this season. He'll hit for good power, but does have […]

Rafael Devers Remains Out Sunday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) remains out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Devers tweaked his hamstring Wednesday and has not been in the starting lineup since then. He's come off the bench and batted, so at least he's able to do that. Brock Holt will […]

J.T. Realmuto is Sitting Out Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Miami Marlins. Realmuto returned from his groin injury on Wednesday, but is sitting out here for rest. Andrew Knapp will draw the start behind the plate and seventh versus righty Jordan Yamamoto. Knapp is not worth a look […]

Adam Eaton is Absent on Friday

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. This is normal for Eaton to get the day off against the left-handed starter. Michael A. Taylor will cover center field and bat seventh versus lefty Dallas Keuchel. Taylor does not have enough fantasy value to […]

Shohei Ohtani is Sitting Out on Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Shohei Ohtani (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Angels are playing in St. Louis, so they won't have a designated hitter for this weekend. Ohtani will have to come off the bench for the next few games. Justin Upton will bat […]

Rafael Devers Remains Out on Friday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Devers tweaked his right hamstring on Wednesday and hasn't played since then. The team is hopeful that Devers can avoid the injured list and play this weekend. Eduardo Nunez will draw the start […]

Dallas Keuchel Will Start on Friday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel has been recalled from the minors and will draw the start versus the Washington Nationals on Friday. Two weeks after his signing, he will finally make his debut with Atlanta. This will be Keuchel's first start MLB start since last October, so fantasy owners might want to be cautious […]

Aaron Judge Activated, Starting Friday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (oblique) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Judge sat out roughly two months due to a strained left oblique. Judge will bat leadoff and play right field versus righty Brad Peacock on Friday. Judge was hitting fairly well before the injury, so hopefully he can […]

Aaron Hicks is Dealing with Shoulder Injury

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (shoulder) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Hicks revealed that he's been playing through shoulder soreness over the last week or so. He'll miss his second straight game on Friday, but he did receive a cortisone shot. There is a good chance […]

Jorge Alfaro Placed on Concussion List

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (head) has been placed on the 7-day concussion list. Alfaro was hit on the head with a backswing on Thursday. The Marlins recalled catcher Wilkin Castillo to take over Alfaro's spot on the active roster. Castillo and Bryan Holaday will serve as the Marlins' catchers for the next week or […]

Hunter Dozier Activated, Starting Friday

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (chest) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Dozier has missed the last three weeks due to chest injury. He'll play third base and bat third versus lefty Martin Perez. Dozier has been one of the few bright spots for the Royals this season, so […]

DJ LeMahieu Sits Out on Friday

New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. This appears to be a routine day off for LeMahieu, but he should be back in there next game. Giovanny Urshela will draw the start at third base and bat eighth versus righty Brad Peacock. […]

Domingo German Throws Bullpen Session on Friday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German (hip) threw a bullpen session on Friday. It was a 25-pitch session and he had no issues afterwards, so he'll throw another bullpen session on Monday. He is expected to make at least one rehab start before returning to the Yankees rotation. German should be back before the […]