Jonathan Lucroy Sitting Out Wednesday

Oakland Athletics catcher Jonathan Lucroy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Lucroy has struggled against left-handed pitching this season, so Oakland will give him the night off. Josh Phegley will draw the start behind the plate and bat ninth against Martin Perez. Phegley does not see enough […]

Chris Tillman Elects Free Agency

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman has elected free agency over a minor league assignment. Tillman declined to pitch in Triple-A Norfolk after being designated for assignment last Friday. He has posted a 8.42 ERA this season, so it's not surprising to see the Orioles letting him go. There is a chance that he lands […]

Drew Anderson Optioned, Ranger Suarez Starting Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Drew Anderson has been optioned to Triple-A following Wednesday's game. Anderson threw one hitless inning on Tuesday, but was not expected to be in Philly for long. No corresponding move as been made yet, but the Phillies need to clear a roster spot, so Ranger Suarez can make his MLB debut […]

Starling Marte is Day-to-Day

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte (hand) exited Wednesday's game against the Indians after taking a pitch off his left hand. The team re-examined Marte after the game and are calling the injury day-to-day. Marte has a hand contusion, but no fracture. He'll likely be out of the lineup for a few […]

Eduardo Nunez Sitting Out on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox infielder/outfielder Eduardo Nunez (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game. Brock Holt who has been splitting time with Nunez will get the start at second base and bat sixth against Dylan Bundy. Nunez does lose playing time because of Holt, but he is still worth holding onto in leagues […]

Steve Pearce Starting At First Base Wednesday

Boston Red Sox first baseman/outfielder Steve Pearce is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. Mitch Moreland who normally starts at first base will get the night off. Pearce will bat fifth and play first base against righty Dylan Bundy. Pearce is hitting .328/.392/.552 this season with six multi-hit games in […]

Danny Valencia Moving Up in the Order Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles infielder/outfielder Danny Valencia will bat cleanup and serve as the designated hitter against lefty David Price on Wednesday. Valencia is batting .600/.667/.720 with zero home runs and three RBI against Price in his career. He normally bats sixth or seventh in the Orioles order, but will move up because of the favorable matchup. […]

Evan Longoria is Not Activated on Tuesday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (hand) has not been activated from the disabled list and won't play on Tuesday. Longo was beaned in the upper left triceps during his final rehab plate appearance on Sunday. It sounded like everything was fine after the game, but Longoria is not playing with the Giants on […]

Ervin Santana Set to Return Wednesday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) is set to make his season debut against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. Santana had surgery on his right middle finger in February. He has not pitched in an MLB game this season, so Wednesday will be a big day for him. Santana is worth adding in […]

Ryan Braun Not in the Lineup Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. Eric Thames will bat first and play right field, while Jesus Aguilar bats cleanup and plays first base against righty Jeremy Hellickson. Braun has struggled this season, but part of it has been his inability […]

John Hicks Sits Again on Tuesday

Detroit Tigers first baseman/catcher John Hicks (rest) is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game on Tuesday. Jim Adduci will bat sixth and play first base against righty Burch Smith. Hicks is hitting .179/.258/.286 over the last two weeks, but is still someone worth owing in many fantasy leagues. He's in a […]

Carlos Gomez Out Again on Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for the second straight game on Tuesday. Jake Bauers, Kevin Kiermaier, and Mallex Smith will cover the outfield for the Rays on Tuesday. Gomez is hitting .423/.559/.692 over the last two weeks, but does not see regular playing time anymore. A trade […]

Matt Kemp Sitting on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Alex Verdugo is playing right field and batting eighth, while Joc Pederson plays left and bats first against righty Aaron Nola. It looks like a routine day off for Kemp, so he should be back […]

Tucker Barnhart Resting Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Curt Casali will bat seventh and draw the start behind the plate against lefty Austin Gomber. Barnhart usually crushes left-handed pitching, but the Reds wanted to give him a day off. Casali is not worth […]

Jedd Gyorko Out Again on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Jedd Gyorko (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Gyorko has only batted twice in the last three games because he's been battling an illness. Matt Carpenter will bat first and play third base, while Jose Martinez bats fifth and plays first against righty […]

Pedro Baez Will Rejoin Dodgers on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Pedro Baez (biceps) is scheduled to rejoin the Dodgers on Thursday in Atlanta. Baez has pitched well during his three rehab appearances in Triple-A Oklahoma City. He has not pitched since June 12 due to tendinitis in his right biceps. He's worth adding in leagues that value holds, otherwise he […]

James Paxton Scratched on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (back) has been scratched from Tuesday's start against the San Francisco Giants. He was expected to come off the 10-day DL, but the team has decided to not bring him back yet. Roenis Elias will draw the start against the Giants on Tuesday. He's a risky DFS option in […]

Orioles May Trade Jonathan Schoop

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop might be on the move after the Orioles find a trade partner for reliever Zach Britton. Schoop is hitting .360/.355/.653 in July and is a free agent after the 2019 season. The Orioles likely plan to move him if they cannot reach an extension with him. There is nothing […]

Yoenis Cespedes Likely Headed to DL

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heels) met with a foot specialist and had an MRI on Monday. The Mets are waiting for a second opinion, but the expectation is that Cespedes will head back to the disabled list. Nothing is official, but it does not seem like Cespedes plans to play through the injury. […]

Gary Sanchez May Have Aggravated Groin on Monday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) was criticized for his lazy plays during Monday's loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. There is word that Sanchez may have re-aggravated his groin issue, which is why he was not 100 percent during Monday's contest. The Yankees will treat Sanchez and hopefully he.'s able to avoid a […]

Ozzie Albies Remains Out of The Lineup Tuesday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Albies has now missed three straight games with right hamstring tightness. The Braves have an off day on Wednesday, so hopefully Albies is able to return on Thursday. Charlie Culberson will play second base and […]

Cameron Maybin Not in The Lineup Tuesday

Miami Marlins outfielder Cameron Maybin (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. He is normally a starting outfielder in Miami, but will receive a rest day on Tuesday. Magneuris Sierra will draw the start in center field and bat eighth against righty Julio Teheran. Sierra could be an […]

Miguel Rojas Sitting Out on Tuesday

Miami Marlins infielder Miguel Rojas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Atlanta Braves. J.T. Riddle will draw the start at shortstop and bat seventh against righty Julio Teheran. Riddle and Rojas continue to battle for playing time, which hurts both their fantasy values. However, Rojas is worth an add […]

Jeff McNeil Recalled From Minors

New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil has been recalled to play some third base for the Mets. According to Joel Sherman, this move was not made because Asdrubal Cabrera has been traded. The Mets are just looking to add some depth in the infield. McNeil was slashing .342/.411/.617 with 19 home runs and 71 RBI […]

Magneuris Sierra Recalled, Starting on Tuesday

Miami Marlins outfielder Magneuris Sierra has been recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday. He is taking the place of Garrett Cooper (wrist) on the Marlins active roster. Sierra was acquired by the Marlins during the Marcell Ozuna. He was hitting .260/.287/.341 with two homers and 14 steals during 86 games in Triple A this […]

Orioles Discussed Yasiel Puig for Zach Britton

The Baltimore Orioles continue to search for a new home for relief pitcher Zach Britton as the trade deadline approaches. The Los Angeles Dodgers have discussed a trade in which Yasiel Puig would head to Baltimore in exchange for Britton. The Dodgers want to stay under luxury-tax threshold, so moving Puig's salary in exchange for […]

Jason Heyward is Not Starting Monday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Heyward will get the night off, while Ian Happ, Albert Almora, and Ben Zobrist cover the outfield for the Cubs on Monday. It's not surprising to see Heyward get the night off against lefty Patrick Corbin. […]

Mike Moustakas is Out of the Lineup Monday

Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Moose is hitting .158/.200/.211 off Monday's starter Francisco Liriano in his career. Hunter Dozier will bat fifth and cover third base against the veteran lefty. Dozier is not worth using in DFS contests Monday.

John Hicks is Sitting Out Monday

Detroit Tigers first baseman/catcher John Hicks (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Hicks is 0-for-9 during his last three games, so he'll get a night off to rest on Monday. Jim Adduci will bat sixth and play first base against righty Heath Fillmyer. Hicks is worth […]

Mark Canha Back in the Lineup on Monday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup on Monday after sitting out on Sunday due to hamstring cramps. Canha was reportedly available off the bench on Sunday, but didn't play. He's been seeing regular playing time lately, so he could be an interesting option in AL-only and deep leagues. Canha […]