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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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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. […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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. […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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.
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
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 […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
C.J. Cron Not in the Lineup Monday
Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the New York Yankees. Cron is hitting .351/.390/.703 with three home runs and 11 RBI over the last two weeks. Jake Bauers is batting third and starting at first base while Ji-Man Choi bats cleanup and serves […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Eric Thames Expected to Come Off DL Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Eric Thames (hamstring) said he's ready to come off the disabled list when his 10-day stint expires on Tuesday. Thames has missed six straight games, but could be back in the lineup for their next game. That would be a huge addition with Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) sitting out right now. Fantasy […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Russell Martin is Out on Monday
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Monday will be Martin's second game off in the last three contests. Martin is having a horrible season with the bat, but backup Luke Maile is not hitting much better right now. Maile will draw […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Keon Broxton Will Lead Off Monday
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton will bat first and play right field against Nationals' lefty Gio Gonzalez on Monday. Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) is sitting out, so Ryan Braun will move from the outfield to first base for this contest. Broxton is hitting .100/.308/.250 at home this season. He's in a favorable part of the batting […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Jesus Aguilar Out Again on Monday
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) will sit out his second straight game on Monday. Aguilar was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to cramping in both his hamstrings. It does not sounds too serious, but the Brewers want to be cautious with Aguilar. Ryan Braun will bat cleanup and play first base against lefty […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Scooter Gennett is Sitting Out Monday
Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Scooter Gennett (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Gennett is reportedly under the weather, so he'll get the night off on Monday. Brandon Dixon will fill in at second base and bat second against righty Daniel Poncedeleon. Dixon is not worth adding in […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Manuel Margot Returning on Monday
San Diego Padres outfielder Manuel Margot (wrist) is returning to the starting lineup for Monday's game against the New York Mets. It will be Margot's first start since he suffered a left wrist injury on Friday. He'll be in center field and batting seventh against Jacob deGrom on Monday. Margot has been hot lately and […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Brent Suter Likely Undergoing Tommy John Surgery
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brent Suter (arm) has a torn ulnar collateral ligament and is likely headed towards Tommy John surgery. Suter landed on the disabled list earlier this month due to forearm tightness. Assuming Suter does undergo surgery, then he likely won't be back until 2020. It sounds like it is safe to go […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Cesar Hernandez Not Playing Monday
Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Cesar Hernandez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hernandez has been one of the Phillies best hitters this season, but it looks like Monday is just a routine day off. Trevor Plouffe will cover second base and bat seventh against righty Ross […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Ozzie Albies Sitting Out on Monday
Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. Albies has now missed back-to-back contests after leaving during Friday's game due to a tight right hamstring. Luckily, the Braves are not putting Albies on the DL, and are calling the issue day-to-day. Charlie Culberson […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Yoenis Cespedes to Meet With Foot Specialist Monday
New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heel) is scheduled to meet with a foot specialist and have an MRI on Monday. The Mets are currently waiting on a diagnosis, but Cespedes revealed on Friday he's dealing with calcification in both of his heels. There is a chance that Cespedes has surgery, which would sidelined him […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Justin Turner Likely to DL, Alex Verdugo Recalled
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) is likely headed to the disabled list on Monday. Manager Dave Roberts said on Sunday Turner could return to the DL. Outfielder Alex Verdugo is with the Dodgers in Philadelphia for their game against the Phillies on Monday. Turner cannot catch a break this season, and it […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago