Peter Moylan Lands on 10-Day DL

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Peter Moylan (forearm) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Monday. The team is calling the injury a right forearm strain. It's unclear how long Moylan will be sidelined. He was not someone worth owning in basically any leagues when healthy. It's unclear who the Braves will recall to […]

Danny Salazar Officially Done for 2018

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder Monday. He will miss the rest of the 2018 season and will not throw for 12 to 18 weeks. Salazar was unable to pitch in 2018 and can be dropped in all fantasy leagues.

Matt Adams Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Washington Nationals first baseman/outfielder Matt Adams (finger) will begin a rehab assignment at Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday. Adams was able to hit in a simulated game without any issues on Monday. There is a chance that Adams is activated and back with the Nats on Wednesday. He's been out since mid-June but is very close […]

Christian Yelich Remains Out on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) will miss his fourth straight game on Monday. He continues to be bothered by lower back tightness but did take some swings on Sunday. Ryan Braun, Keon Broxton and Eric Thames will cover the Brewers outfield on Monday against Twins righty Kyle Gibson.

Ryan Zimmerman Nearing Rehab Assignment

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (oblique) hit in a simulated game on Monday. Matt Adams (finger) and Matt Wieters (hamstring) were also able to get in some swings during Monday's sim game. Zimmerman was moved to the 60-day disabled list on Saturday, and isn't eligible to return until July 9. He's struggled this season, […]

Daniel Robertson Starts at Third Base

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Daniel Robertson will draw the start at third base against Astros' righty Gerrit Cole. Willy Adames will slide over to second base Adeiny Hechavarria starts at shortstop. Robertson will bat sixth, but has a tough assignment against Cole on Friday. However, Robertson is worth an add in AL-only leagues and some […]

Carlos Gomez Sitting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Joey Wendle will move into left field for this contest and Mallex Smith slides over to right field against righty Gerrit Cole. Gomez has solid career numbers off Cole, but is hitting just .197 this […]

C.J. Cron Resting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Cron is getting a day off against Astros' righty Gerrit Cole. Matt Duffy will serve as DH and bat second on Friday. Cron has been slumping lately, but his power alone makes him worth […]

George Springer Sitting on Friday

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (rest) is out of the starting lineup on Friday. Springer has been slumping lately and will get a rest day. Tony Kemp, Jake Marisnick, and Josh Reddick will cover the outfield for the Astros on Friday. Wilmer Font is on the mound for the Rays, so adding these bats to […]

Brian McCann Sitting on Friday

Houston Astros catcher Brian McCann (rest) is out of the starting lineup against Rays' righty Wilmer Font on Friday. Max Stassi will bat seventh and draw the start behind the plate. McCann has struggled with the bat this season, and Stassi has been swinging the bat well lately. McCann still deserves to be owned in […]

A.J. Reed Will Make Season Debut Friday

Houston Astros first baseman A.J. Reed has been recalled from Triple-A and will make his season debut against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. Reed was hitting .266/.379/.536 with 18 home runs and 67 RBI in Triple-A this season. He could see a few starts over at first base with Yuli Gurriel on paternity leave. […]

Kyle Seager Back in The Lineup Friday

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (toe) is back in the starting lineup against the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Seager did not start on Thursday, but did bat off the bench in the victory over the Orioles. He will bat fifth against righty Ian Kennedy on Friday. Seager has struggled this season, but deserves […]

Adam Duvall Sitting on Friday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Adam Duvall (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Jesse Winker will bat sixth and play left field against Brewers' righty Chase Anderson. Winker has been red-hot lately, so it's not surprising to see him back in the starting lineup. He's worth a look in […]

Spencer Kieboom Starts at Catcher Friday

Washington Nationals catcher Spencer Kieboom will bat eighth and draw the start at catcher against Phillies' righty Nick Pivetta on Friday. Pedro Severino is the normal everyday catcher, but he'll get the day off. Neither player should be owned in fantasy leagues or DFS right now.

Daniel Murphy Sitting on Friday

Washington Nationals infielder Daniel Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Mark Reynolds will bat sixth and will fill in at first base. Wilmer Difo bats seventh and covers second base on Friday. Murphy has struggled since returning from the disabled list. Both Reynolds and Difo should […]

Brandon Drury Recalled From Triple-A

New York Yankees infielder Brandon Drury has been recalled from Triple-A on Friday. He started the season at the top of the depth chart at third base. However, injuries and the emergence of Miguel Andujar have knocked Drury down on the list. Drury should see some starts at third and first base against lefties. However, […]

Danny Valencia Starting in Right Field Friday

Baltimore Orioles corner infielder/outfielder Danny Valencia is in the starting lineup versus Angels' righty Felix Pena on Friday. Colby Rasmus who normally starts in right field will get the day off. Rasmus has been struggling with the bat since his return from the disabled list. Valencia is worth a look in AL-only and deep leagues. […]

Scott Schebler is Out of the Lineup Thursday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Scott Schebler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. It's a routine day off for Schebler who has been hitting well over the last couple of games. Adam Duvall, Billy Hamilton and Jesse Winker will cover the outfield against Brewers' righty Junior Guerra on Thursday. […]

Manny Pina Out on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Manny Pina (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Erik Kratz will get the start behind the plate and bat seventh against Reds' righty Anthony DeSclafani. Nothing appears to be wrong with Pina, but the Brewers are giving him a day off after starting a […]

Jonathan Villar Sitting on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman/outfielder Jonathan Villar (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Brad Miller will draw the start at second base and bat sixth against Reds' righty Anthony DeSclafani. It's looking like a normal rest day for Villar who has started three straight games. Miller has not […]

Chris Archer Throws Sim Game on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (abdomen) threw a 3-inning simulated game on Thursday. Archer threw 46 pitches and said afterwards that it went well. He will be re-evaluated on Friday, then could begin rehab assignment next week. He's missed three weeks, but could be back with the Rays soon. He'll likely need a […]

Matt Adams Plans to Take Batting Practice Friday

Washington Nationals first baseman/outfielder Matt Adams (finger) plans to take batting practice with the team on Friday. Adams was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday after fracturing his left index finger. It's unclear how long Adams will be sidelined, but it appears he is progressing well so far. Adams is hitting .275/.351/.575 with 13 […]

Stephen Strasburg Could Throw Bullpen Session Soon

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (shoulder) could throw a bullpen session sometime this weekend. It appears that Strasburg is progressing, but the Nats have not announced a timetable for his return. Strasburg has been on the disabled list since June 10, but might not be back until after the All-Star break. However, when healthy […]

Ryan Zimmerman Could Start Rehab Assignment Monday

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (oblique) could start a rehab assignment as early as Monday. Zimmerman continues to make progress and could be back with the Nats in early July. The veteran slugger has struggled this season, but is still worth a look in most leagues. He's probably not worth stashing at the second, […]

Tom Murphy is Resting on Wednesday

Colorado Rockies catcher Tom Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. Veteran Chris Iannetta will draw the start behind the plate and bat seventh against lefty Madison Bumgarner. Murphy does split time at catcher with others, but his bat makes him worth adding in some formats. Owners […]

Jose Reyes is Out of the Lineup Wednesday

New York Mets infielder Jose Reyes (rest) is out of the starting lineup on Wednesday. Amed Rosario is back at shortstop and batting eighth against righty Ivan Nova. Reyes did start three straight contests but is back on the bench now. He's struggled heavily all season long and belongs on the waiver wire in almost […]

Nick Williams Sitting on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Williams (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. Aaron Altherr will play right field and bat fifth against righty Luis Cessa. Williams has been a decent source of power with nine home runs this season. However, he is still battling Altherr for regular […]

Matt Kemp Will Serve Suspension on Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp will serve his one-game suspension on Wednesday against the Cubs. Kemp was handed a one-game suspension for his actions during a game with the Rangers on June 13. Joc Pederson will play left field on Wednesday. Cody Bellinger and Yasiel Puig will cover the other outfield spots. Pederson hasn't […]

Sandy Alcantara Will Start on Friday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara has been called up to start in Friday's game against the New York Mets, according to Marlins's CEO Derek Jeter. He's pitched well in Triple-A this season, posting a 3.71 ERA over 85 innings with the Baby Cakes. He was the top prospect acquired from the Cardinals in the […]

Jarrod Dyson is Out of Wednesday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (rest) is out of the starting lineup on Wednesday. The D-backs are facing Marlins lefty Wei-Yin Chen, so that is likely why Dyson is out of the lineup. Chris Owings will move from the infield into center field for Wednesday's contest. Owings is batting seventh and is hitting .211/.282/.329 off […]