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Carlos Martinez Could Be Ready in Two Weeks
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez (shoulder) could be ready in 10 to 14 days, according to manager Mike Shildt. Martinez made his second rehab appearance on Wednesday and looked strong. He will make at least one more start on Friday, but could return to the Red Birds after that. However, Martinez is going to […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Shawn Kelley Lands on Injured List
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Shawn Kelley (illness) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Kelley was serving as the closer for Texas after Jose Leclerc was demoted from the position. Chris Martin or Leclerc will be asked to fill in with Kelley sidelined. Martin is the better option since Leclerc has already failed to […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Marcus Smart Will Play More in Game 5
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart is expected to see more playing time in Game 5 versus the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. Smart played just 15 minutes in Game 4, but this is a win-or-go-home scenario for the Celtics. Smart made just one field goal from the floor last game, so he's going to need to […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Malcolm Brogdon is Probable for Game 5
Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's Game 5 versus the Boston Celtics. Brogdon hasn't played in two months, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him somewhat limited. Sterling Brown and Pat Connaughton are expected to lose some playing time with Brogdon back in the rotation.
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Andre Iguodala is Fine for Game 5
Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (knee) has been removed from the injury report and is healthy for Game 5 versus the Houston Rockets. He was able to fully participate in shootaround, so Iggy shouldn't be limited on Wednesday. Shaun Livingston (hip) is still questionable, so Iggy could soak up some extra minutes if Livingston […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Keone Kela Lands on Injured List
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Keone Kela (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Kela left Saturday's game versus the Athletics due to right shoulder discomfort. The Pirates are likely going to wait until Friday to announce a corresponding move. Kela was struggling this season, so he can be left on the […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Derek Holland Activated, Starting Wednesday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Derek Holland (finger) has been activated off the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Holland has been out since April 27 due to a bone bruise in his left index finger. His 5.34 ERA isn't encouraging to fantasy owners and pitching in Coors Field on Wednesday isn't going to help. Go […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Steve Cishek Could Be Next in Line at Closer
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Steve Cishek could be the next man up for the ninth-inning role on the north side. Manager Joe Maddon told reporters that he will go with a closer-by-committee. Pedro Strop (hamstring) has been placed on the injured list, so Cishek is likely the next man up. The two most likely candidates […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Ronald Guzman Will Be Activated on Friday
Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the 10-day injured list on Friday. Outfielder Delino DeShields was optioned to Triple-A after Wednesday's game. Guzman is currently rehabbing a right hamstring strain, but is expected to take DeShields' spot on the active roster. He will likely play just about every […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Mike Zunino Leaves Early on Wednesday
Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino (quadriceps) exited early during Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Zunino experienced some quad tightness while running to first base. The team will likely have Zunino undergo more testing to make sure it's nothing serious. There should be more information about his status in a day or two.
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Ender Inciarte is Out Against Dodgers
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Inciarte will get the night off versus left-handed starter Clayton Kershaw. Johan Camargo will bat seventh and play left field versus Kershaw on Wednesday. Camargo doesn't have enough upside with the bat to warrant owning […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Josh VanMeter Will DH on Wednesday
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Josh VanMeter will bat ninth and serve as the designated hitter versus lefty Brett Anderson on Wednesday. VanMeter was recently called up after hitting .336 with 13 home runs and 37 RBI in the minors through 30 games. VanMeter hit his way into the Reds lineup and could very well stay […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
David Dahl is Sitting Out on Wednesday
Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Colorado is facing a left-handed starter, so that could be why Dahl is out in this one. Raimel Tapia will draw the start in left field and bat fifth versus lefty Derek Holland. Tapia is […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Daniel Murphy is Out of the Lineup Wednesday
Colorado Rockies first baseman Daniel Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Murphy was dealing with back stiffness over the weekend, but that doesn't appear to be holding him back anymore. This is most likely just a routine day off versus the left-handed starter. Mark Reynolds […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Buster Posey Will Rest on Wednesday
San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. This sounds like it is just a normal rest day for the veteran catcher. The Giants want to make sure Posey stays healthy, so they continue to give him plenty of rest days. Stephen Vogt […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Martin Prado is Sitting Out on Wednesday
Miami Marlins infielder Martin Prado (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. It appears this is just a routine day off for the veteran slugger. Neil Walker will play first base and bat third versus righty Kyle Hendricks. Walker is a decent cheap option for DFS contests since […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Joel Embiid is Probable for Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (illness) missed shootaround but is probable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Toronto Raptors. Embiid is dealing with an upper-respiratory infection, but hopefully it won't hold him out. Embiid struggled in Game 4, but that was likely due to the illness. Hopefully he's closer to 100 percent for this game.
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Pascal Siakam Will Play in Game 5
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (calf) will play in Game 5 versus the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Head coach Nick Nurse announced that Siakam will play, but could be limited. Siakam may only play roughly 25 minutes in this contest, so we could see more of Serge Ibaka on Tuesday.
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Khris Davis is Back on Tuesday
Oakland Athletics designated hitter Khris Davis (hip) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Davis left Sunday's game against the Pirates after suffering a left hip contusion. Davis will bat cleanup and serve as the designated hitter versus righty Tyler Mahle. Davis is always a threat to go deep […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Ben Zobrist is Scratched on Tuesday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Ben Zobrist (personal) has been scratched from the starting lineup on Tuesday. Zobrist was replacing the left-handed hitting Kyle Schwarber versus lefty Caleb Smith. However, Zobrist is not playing due to a personal matter. Schwarber will bat eighth and play left field versus Smith. Schwarber is not a recommended fantasy option on […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
C.J. Cron Will Rest on Tuesday
Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Cron hasn't hit overly well this season besides his six home runs, so the Twins will rest their struggling slugger. Marwin Gonzalez will slide over to first base and bat sixth against righty Aaron […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Melky Cabrera is Sitting Out on Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Melky Cabrera (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers. It does not appear that anything is wrong with Cabrera, but the Pirates want to give their veteran outfielder a day off. Bryan Reynolds will draw the start in left field and bat fifth versus righty […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Nomar Mazara is Sitting Against Lefty
Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Mazara is fine, but the Rangers want to give him a day off and he's not overly great against left-handed pitching. Hunter Pence will draw the start in right field and bat cleanup versus lefty Steven […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Kyle Schwarber is Sitting on Tuesday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Fantasy owners can relax, as this is not injury-related. Schwarber is struggling at the plate, and facing lefty Caleb Smith isn't going to help his fantasy value. Ben Zobrist will draw the start in left field […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Zack Cozart is Activated on Tuesday
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart (neck) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Cozart missed almost two weeks of action due to neck discomfort. He was struggling at the plate before the injury, so Cozart can be ignored in most fantasy leagues for the moment.
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Lorenzo Cain Returns to the Lineup on Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (hand) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. Cain left early during Sunday's contest after taking a pitch off the hand. The X-rays were negative and Cain is back in the starting lineup for this one. Cain will lead off and play center field […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Shohei Ohtani is Activated on Tuesday
Los Angeles Angels designated hitter/pitcher Shohei Ohtani (elbow) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Ohtani has missed the first six weeks of the season while recovering from Tommy John surgery. Ohtani is not going to pitch this summer, but he will serve as the designated hitter for the Angels. He's batting […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Adrian Houser Will Be the Opener on Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Adrian Houser will draw the start as the opener for Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. Houser is only expected to pitch an inning or two in this game. Righty Freddy Peralta will come in afterwards, so he's the better fantasy option out of the two. Peralta has struggled in the early […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
David Price Throws On Tuesday
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (elbow) threw on flat ground on Tuesday. Price landed on the injured list Monday due to tendinitis in his left elbow. It appears Price is going to miss a start or two, but hopefully nothing more than that. He's making progress and he feels good after throwing on […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago
Matt Olson is Activated on Tuesday
Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson (hand) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Olson suffered a hamate bone fracture during the first series of the season. The Athletics haven't announced their lineup yet, but Olson is expected to be in it. Fantasy owners may want to be patient with Olson because […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago