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Bradley Zimmer Suffers Injury Wednesday
Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer (shoulder) suffered an injury while taking batting practice on Wednesday. He was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on June 5, but has been up and down with the Indians this season. Zimmer has talent, but continues to struggle at the big league level. He should be on the waiver wire in […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoOdubel Herrera Resting on Wednesday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Colorado Rockies. Herrera does not have a hit since June 7, so the Phillies have decided to give him a much needed day off. Jesmuel Valentin will draw the start in right field on Wednesday. Despite his current […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJaCoby Jones Resting on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Minnesota Twins. Victor Reyes will draw the start in left field and bat ninth. Jones has been struggling lately, so it's not surprising to see the Tigers giving him a day off. He should be left on the […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJohn Hicks Will Start At First on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers catcher/first baseman John Hicks will draw the start at first on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins. Miguel Cabrera (bicep) is done for the season, so a bunch of playing time has opened up at first base. Hicks is expected to see a majority of the playing time at first base. Ronny Rodriguez has […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoByron Buxton Takes Batting Practice on Wednesday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) took batting practice on Wednesday, but is still a ways from returning. Buxton is reportedly feeling good, but the Twins aren't going to push him too hard. Speed is a huge part of his game and it's tough for him to run fast when he continues to experience pain […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJoe Mauer Aiming For A Return on Friday
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is aiming to be activated on Friday in Cleveland. Mauer played in his first rehab game on Tuesday with Triple-A Rochester. He is expected to play first base for Rochester on Wednesday. Mauer is hoping to be ready for Friday's contest against the Indians if his concussion symptoms […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJose Martinez Will Miss Weekend Series
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman/outfielder Jose Martinez (personal) will miss the upcoming weekend series against the Chicago Cubs. Martinez will head to Venezuela for the birth of his child. Martinez will be in the lineup against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. He should be owned in just about every fantasy league right now.
Andy Webb 6 years agoKenta Maeda Activated From DL, Starting Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (hip) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list and will start on Wednesday. Daniel Corcino has been optioned to Triple-A to make room for Maeda on the active roster. Maeda has been out since late May, but will be on the mound against the Rangers on Wednesday. […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJeremy Hellickson Does Light Throwing
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jeremy Hellickson (hamstring) continues to work his way back from a right hamstring strain. He landed on the disabled list June 5 but isn't expected back until late June. Hellickson has done some light throwing, but he's mainly just trying to strengthen his hamstring. Those in deeper leagues should hang onto […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoStephen Strasburg Remains Shut Down
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Sunday. Manager Dave Martinez says that Strasburg will remain shut down for now. The team is calling the injury right shoulder inflammation. It's unclear when Strasburg will return to the Nats rotation. He should remain owned in all leagues right […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoKurt Suzuki Out of Tuesday's Lineup
Atlanta Braves catcher Kurt Suzuki (rest) is not in Tuesday's starting lineup against the New York Mets. Tyler Flowers will draw the start behind the plate and bat fifth. This marks the third game in a row that Suzuki has missed. It's tough for the Braves to find regular playing time for both Suzuki and […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAustin Meadows Out on Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Austin Meadows (rest) is not in Tuesday's starting lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Pirates have the issue of having four everyday outfielders, but only three spots. Fantasy owners who have Meadows are quite aware of the consistent changing of outfielders. However, Meadows still deserves to be owned, especially in deeper leagues.
Andy Webb 6 years agoFrancisco Cervelli Out of The Lineup Tuesday
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli (head) is out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This marks the third straight game that Cervelli has missed after leaving Saturday's contest due to injury. Elias Diaz will draw the start at catcher and bat fifth on Tuesday. Cervelli should remain owned in most leagues. Hopefully this […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoHyun-Jin Ryu Is Throwing Off Bullpen Mound
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu (groin) is throwing off the bullpen mound on Tuesday. It's a positive sign towards Ryu's reutrn, but he's not expected back until after the All-Star break. Ryu was pitching well before the injury, but it could be difficult to hold onto him. Fantasy owners without a DL slot […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoTroy Tulowitzki Believes He'll Return This Season
Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (heels) believes that he will be able to return this season. Tulo said this about his possible return, “I would like to think so. I don’t want to sit here and (say) for sure I’ll be back but at the same time I like my chances." Whether or not […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoGary Sanchez Resting on Tuesday
New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (rest) is not in Tuesday's starting lineup against the Washington Nationals. Austin Romine will draw the start at catcher, but fantasy owners don't need to worry. This is just a routine day off for the slugger Sanchez. He's hitting .190 this season, but has 12 homers and 35 RBI […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoEric Thames Activated From DL, In Lineup Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Eric Thames (thumb) has been activated from the disabled list on Tuesday. Thames has missed the last six weeks with a torn ligament in his left thumb. Thames was actually activated on Monday, but did not play against the lefty Jose Quintana. He's back in the Brewers lineup on Tuesday and […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoRonald Acuna Could Begin Rehab Assignment Soon
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna (knee) could begin a rehab assignment by this weekend. He reportedly has no pain while running, but the Braves want to wait a little longer before sending Acuna out for rehab. It's unclear how many at-bats the Braves want Acuna to receive before he's eligible to return. A return within […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAdam Ottavino Could Be Activated on Thursday
Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Adam Ottavino (oblique) threw a live batting practice session on Tuesday. Ottavino said he felt normal afterwards, but he will be re-evaluated on Wednesday. There is a chance that Ottavino could be activated on Thursday, but there has been no official word yet. He should be owned in most fantasy leagues […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMatt Albers Placed on 10-Day DL
Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Matt Albers (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The Brewers have recalled Jorge Lopez from Triple-A Colorado Springs to take the spot on the active roster. Albers was roughed up his last couple of outings, but he was pitching well overall this season. He won't have many save […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoDaniel Murphy Activated From DL, In Lineup Tuesday
Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy (knee) is back in the starting lineup for the first time in 2018. Murphy will serve as the designated hitter and bat fifth against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. He rejoined the Nats on Sunday, but Tuesday will be his first game action of the season. Murphy should […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoCarson Smith Will Undergo Season-Ending Surgery
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Carson Smith (shoulder) will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery on Wednesday. Smith was injured while throwing his glove in frustration. Manager Alex Cora said Smith is likely done for the season. Smith was not really worth owning in fantasy leagues anyway, but should be dropped in all leagues now.
Andy Webb 6 years agoJuan Nicasio Placed on 10-Day Disabled List
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Juan Nicasio (knee) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Friday. Nicasio was roughed up his last outing on Wednesday, so this injury could've been part of the reason. Nicasio is posting a 5.34 ERA, but has a 37/2 K/BB ratio this season. Most fantasy owners can find better […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoRhys Hoskins Could Return on Saturday
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman/outfielder Rhys Hoskins (jaw) could be activated from the disabled list as early as Saturday. Manager Gabe Kapler said on Friday "it’s not out of the question" that Hoskins is activated on Saturday. He fractured his jaw late last month, but sounds like he's very close to a return. He should be […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAndrew Miller Throws Bullpen Session on Friday
Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller (knee) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Friday. Miller has been out the last two weeks due to inflammation in his right knee. The Indians have not announced the next step in Miller's recovery yet. It does not sound like Miller is too far away from a return. He […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoRich Hill Will Throw Sim Game on Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Rich Hill (blister) will throw a four-inning simulated game on Saturday. Hill could rejoin the Dodgers without a rehab assignment if he's able to get through the sim game without any issues. Hill has missed nearly a month of action but could be back in the Dodgers rotation next weekend. […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMike Dunn Placed on 10-Day DL
Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Mike Dunn (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Friday. The team is calling the injury a left rhomboid strain, and it's something that has bothered Dunn for multiple weeks. It's unclear how long Dunn is going to be on the shelf for at this time. He's been […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJon Jay Will Lead Off for D-Backs on Friday
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jon Jay will lead off and play right field in his D-backs debut on Friday. He was acquired from the Royals in a trade earlier this week. Jay should see daily starts in Arizona due to all the injuries in the D-backs outfield. He's a solid contact hitter with some above-average speed. […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJoe Mauer Isn't Ready for Game Action
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) reportedly isn't close to being cleared for game action. Sadly, Mauer's concussion symptoms returned last week, but he resumed workouts this week without any issues yet. The Twins have not announced a timetable for Mauer and he'll still need to go on a rehab assignment before returning to […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoNick Vincent To Go On Rehab Assignment This Weekend
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Nick Vincent (groin) is scheduled to go on a rehab assignment this weekend. Vincent could be activated early next week if everything goes as planned. He's been out of action the last couple of weeks due to a strained right groin. The Mariners are going to play with seven pitchers in […]
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