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Taurean Prince Has Been Traded to Nets
Atlanta Hawks forward Taurean Prince has been traded to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for guard Allen Crabbe and multiple draft picks. The Nets save roughly $15 million by trading Crabbe away. That gives them more cap space for pursuing free agents this summer. The Hawks will receive the No. 17 pick in the 2019 […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Howie Kendrick in at First Base on Thursday
Washington Nationals infielder Howie Kendrick will join the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Matt Adams normally plays first base, but will sit out against the left-handed starter. Kendrick bats fifth and plays first base versus lefty Joey Lucchesi. Kendrick has been fantastic with the bat and is someone worth considering […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Eric Hosmer is Resting on Thursday
San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Washington Nationals. This appears to be a routine day off for Hosmer against the left-handed starter. Wil Myers will cover first base and bat second versus lefty Patrick Corbin. Myers is not been reliable with the […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Adam Eaton Resting on Thursday
Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Eaton will get a routine day off against the left-handed starter. Michael A. Taylor will draw the start in center field and bat eighth versus lefty Joey Lucchesi. Taylor can be ignored in both fantasy […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Matt Olson Sits Against Lefty
Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Olson hasn't hit for much average this season, but he's not sitting out due to poor performance. The A's just want to play matchups and get Mark Canha in at first base versus the […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Brandon Drury Starting in Right Field on Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays infielder/outfielder Brandon Drury will move into the outfield for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Drury will bat eighth and play right field versus lefty J.A. Happ. Randal Grichuk normally starts in right field, but he'll serve as the designated hitter while Rowdy Tellez sits out against the left-handed starter. Drury […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Tim Beckham is Sitting on Wednesday
Seattle Mariners infielder Tim Beckham (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Houston Astros. Beckham is hitless over his last four games and will ride the bench in this one. Dylan Moore will draw the start at shortstop and bat ninth versus righty Brad Peacock. Moore is batting too low […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Albert Almora Jr. Sidelined Again
Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Almora has not started a game since June 1 versus St. Louis. Newly acquired Carlos Gonzalez has been seeing playing time, so Almora is the odd man out. Gonzalez will bat fifth and play right […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Ryan Braun is Sitting on Wednesday
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins. This appears to be a routine day off for the veteran outfielder. Ben Gamel will bat leadoff and play left field versus righty Sandy Alcantara. Gamel has been decent with the bat, but lacks power and […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Joakim Soria Will Be the Opener Wednesday
Oakland Athletics pitcher Joakim Soria will be given the start against the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Soria will pitch in the first inning and righty Daniel Mengden will follow him. Mengden was scheduled to start, but the Athletics are going this route for some reason. Mengden is expected to pitch multiple innings, so fantasy […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Martin Prado Gets the Day Off
Miami Marlins first baseman Martin Prado (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The veteran slugger has been below average this season and will get the day off to rest. Garrett Cooper will draw the start at first base and bat second versus righty Jimmy Nelson. It's never […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Tyler Naquin is in the Lineup Wednesday
Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Naquin was activated off the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. He missed roughly a month due to a knee issue. He'll serve as the designated hitter and bat ninth against lefty Martin Perez on Wednesday. Naquin should be […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
C.J. Cron is Back on Wednesday
Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron is back in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Indians. The slugging first baseman was given the day off to rest on Tuesday. He'll bat fifth and play first base versus righty Tyler Clippard on Wednesday. Cron has been surprisingly solid with the bat this season, so […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Harold Castro Starting at Second Base on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers infielder Harold Castro will be given the start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. He was recalled on Tuesday with Jeimer Candelario (shoulder) hitting the injured list. He'll likely play a utility role with Detroit, so it's unclear how much playing time he'll see. Castro will play second base and bat sixth […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Teoscar Hernandez to See More Playing Time
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez will reportedly see more playing time down the stretch of the season, according to general manager Ross Atkins. Hernandez has been awful with the bat this season, but the Jays believe he can bounce back. The Jays aren't in playoff contention, so they will likely give Hernandez a long […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Kevin Durant Ruled Out For Game 3
Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) has been ruled out for Game 3 versus the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. Durant hasn't been cleared for contact, so who knows if he'll even be able to play in Game 4. Andre Iguodala and Quinn Cook will continue to be asked to fill the void with Durant […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Klay Thompson is Questionable for Game 3
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (hamstring) is questionable for Game 3 versus the Toronto Raptors. Thompson was able to shoot some during Tuesday's practice, but it's unclear if he'll actually be able to suit up. This is likely going to be a game-time call, but Thompson has never missed a playoff game in his […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Kevon Looney Out for Rest of Finals
Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney (collarbone) will be sidelined the rest of the NBA Finals. Looney suffered a fractured collarbone and won't be able to participate in the rest of the series. DeMarcus Cousins, Jordan Bell, and Andrew Bogut will see increased playing time. Luckily, the Warriors have depth, so this injury doesn't hurt […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Andrew Moore Gets the Start on Tuesday
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Andrew Moore will receive the spot start against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. Moore posted a 9.98 ERA in the minors this season, so he doesn't have any fantasy value here. The Astros have a strong offense, so if anything, bet against Moore in DFS contests on Tuesday...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Scott Kingery Gets the Nod at Third Base
Philadelphia Phillies infielder/outfielder Scott Kingery will cover third base against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Maikel Franco normally gets the start at third base, but he's been horrible with the bat, so the Phillies are giving him the day off. Kingery will cover third and bat seventh versus righty Chris Paddack. Kingery could see […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Adam Haseley is Starting on Tuesday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley has been recalled from Triple-A on Tuesday. The top prospect will draw the start in center field and bat eighth versus righty Chris Paddack. Andrew McCutchen (knee) tore his ACL and is done for the season, so Haseley has a real chance to play everyday in Philly. He should provide […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Kelvin Gutierrez Recalled, Starting on Tuesday
Kansas City Royals third baseman Kelvin Gutierrez has been recalled from Triple-A on Tuesday. Hunter Dozier (chest) was placed on the injured list Monday, so Gutierrez will fill in at third base. Gutierrez hit .281/.300/.386 with a homer and 11 RBI during his 15 games in Kansas City this season. However, he'll likely split the […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Andrew McCutchen is Done for the Year
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen (knee) is out for the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in his left knee. He suffered the injury during a rundown in San Diego on Monday. He was having a surprisingly strong season in Philly, so this news is going to hurt tons of fantasy owners. […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Avisail Garcia Back In Lineup Tuesday
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) is back in the lineup on Tuesday after missing the weekend series against the Twins due to hamstring tightness. He'll serve as the designated hitter and bat second against lefty Ryan Carpenter on Tuesday. Carpenter has been awful this season, so Garcia has some cheap DFS appeal in […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Chris Davis Activated, Starting Tuesday
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (hip) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Davis missed just 10 days with hip inflammation. He'll bat seventh and play first base versus lefty Drew Smyly. Davis is hitting .171/.257/.318, so go ahead and avoid him in just about every format...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Ryan Borucki is Making Progress
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Ryan Borucki (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Tuesday without any issues. That was his second bullpen session, and Borucki is scheduled for a third on Saturday. He's been out all season due to an elbow issue. He could head out for a rehab assignment soon. There's a chance Borucki […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Pedro Strop Activated on Tuesday
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Strop missed almost four weeks of action due to a hamstring strain. Steve Cishek pitched well as the fill-in closer, but Strop should be back into his ninth inning role on the North Side. Both Strop and Cishek […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Carlos Gonzalez In The Lineup Again on Tuesday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Carlos Gonzalez is back in the starting lineup for the second straight game. He'll bat fifth and play right field versus righty Jeff Hoffman on Tuesday. Gonzalez didn't do much with the bat during his time with the Cleveland Indians this season. However, he'll have a great chance to do damage against […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Brendan Rodgers is Getting the Night Off
Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Rodgers has hit pretty well since being called up, but manager Bud Black enjoys playing the matchups. Ryan McMahon will cover second base and bat sixth versus righty Kyle Hendricks. McMahon has some appeal in […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Mike Moustakas Returns on Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Mike Moustakas (finger) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Moustakas suffered a fracture in his right ring finger during Saturday's contest. However, the Brewers didn't place him on the injured list, so he's going to attempt to play through the issue. Moustakas will bat […...
Andy Webb 6 years ago