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Bryce Harper is Not Starting on Wednesday
Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper (rest) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. This will be his first day off this season, but don't expect him to see many of those. He's currently battling an 0 for 19 slump, so hopefully a night off will help him get his groove back. Moises Sierra will […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Darren O'Day Placed on Disabled List
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He has not pitched for the Orioles since May 4, and now it's obvious why not. The Orioles recalled Tanner Scott to take O'Day's spot on the 25-man roster. Most fantasy owners should not hang onto O'Day unless you have […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Nate Karns Has Been Shut Down From Throwing
Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Nate Karns (elbow) has been shut down from throwing and won't be traveling with the Royals on their road trip. It appears that Karns has suffered a setback while recovering from elbow inflammation. Karns was expected to return in April, but might not be back until possibly June. He belongs […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Jackie Bradley Jr. Won't Play on Wednesday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. is reportedly out of the lineup on Wednesday against the New York Yankees. Mookie Betts will play center field with J.D. Martinez in right. Bradley has struggled in his career against Masahiro Tanaka. Bradley is not worth owning in standard leagues. He's possibly an option in deeper leagues, […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Tommy Kahnle Throws Bullpen Session on Wednesday
New York Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle (shoulder) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday. He used all his pitches and reportedly felt "great" after throwing the session. Kahnle is expected to return to the Yankees bullpen by the end of May. He is only worth owning in leagues that count holds.
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Pat Neshek Suffers Forearm Strain
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek (forearm) has been shut down from throwing after being diagnosed with a right forearm strain. Neshek has missed all of the 2018 season thus far due to a shoulder injury. He will now be shut down for at least a week after suffering this strain. Neshek has not been […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Brandon Drury Will Stay in Minors
New York Yankees infielder Brandon Drury (migraines) will stay in the minors, according to manager Aaron Boone. General manager Brian Cashman said two days ago that Drury would be activated sooner rather than later. There is a chance that Drury suffered a setback or possibly the Yankees are just being cautious. Regardless, Drury is not […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Wade Miley Expected to Miss 4-6 Weeks
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Wade Miley (obilque) is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks due to a right oblique strain. That means Miley will likely rejoin the Brewers in June or early July. The veteran lefty was posting a 1.42 ERA before he went down due to injury. However, Miley is not a strong […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Greg Bird Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday
New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (ankle) will begin his rehab assignment with High-A Tampa on Thursday. Bird is expected to spend 10-20 days on a rehab assignment, according to manager Aaron Boone. There is a chance that Bird rejoins the Yankees roster by the end of May. Fantasy owners with a DL slot […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Justin Grimm Nearing Rehab Assignment
Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Justin Grimm (back) is close to going out for a rehab assignment, according to manager Ned Yost. Grimm threw a bullpen session on Tuesday, and Yost told reporters that the session went "great." Grimm has given up 17 runs in seven innings this season. He should be back in the […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Shane Larkin is Questionable for Game 5
Boston Celtics guard Shane Larkin (shoulder) is questionable for Game 5 versus the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He suffered a shoulder injury during the first half of Monday's loss. He did not return to Game 4, but there is a chance that he's back on the court for Wednesday's contest. Head coach Brad Stevens said […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Joakim Noah Could Return to Knicks Next Season
New York Knicks forward/center Joakim Noah reached out to new Knicks head coach David Fizdale after he was hired. Fizdale is open to the possibility of Noah returning to the Knicks next season. Noah got into an argument with former head coach Jeff Hornacek in February and never rejoined the team. This increases the chances […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Dante Exum is Out for Game 5
Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum (hamstring) has been ruled out for Game 5 versus the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. He will join his teammate Ricky Rubio (hamstring) on the sidelines with their season on the line. Exum was only playing minutes in the teens, but had some solid defensive plays in this series. Raul Neto, […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Fred VanVleet Will See Specialist for His Shoulder
Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (shoulder) will travel to New York to see a specialist about his shoulder injury. "I wish I would've been at full strength for this team but those were the cards I was dealt," said VanVleet. He admits that he was not at full health for this postseason, but he […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Braden Shipley Lands on Disabled List
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Braden Shipley (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He was recalled on Saturday to replace Kris Medlen, who gave up seven runs during his start on Friday. Silvino Bracho will take the place of Shipley on the active roster. Bracho has pitched well for the Diamondbacks this season […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Rob Zastryzny Recalled on Tuesday
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Rob Zastryzny has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. The Cubs optioned righty Cory Mazzoni to Triple-A to make room for Zastryzny on the active roster. Zastryzny is available out of the bullpen against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday. He has a 2.35 ERA in 15 1/3 innings at Triple-A […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Derek Law Recalled From Triple-A
San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Derek Law has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. He will be available out of the bullpen against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Law has allowed nine earned runs in 6 1/3 innings this season. He's not worth adding in any leagues right now, but has the potential to […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Matt Belisle Elects Free Agency
Former Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Matt Belisle has elected free agency over a minor league assignment. The veteran righty has a 5.06 ERA in 10 2/3 innings with the Indians this season. He was designated for assignment last week and is now a free agent. He should be left on the waiver wire until he […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Curtis Granderson is Available on Tuesday
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Curtis Granderson (hamstring) is available off the bench on Tuesday, according to manager John Gibbons. Granderson suffered a mild hamstring strain over the weekend, but it appears that he has recovered nicely. Anthony Alford is starting in left field on Tuesday against Mariners lefty James Paxton. Granderson should be left on […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Dan Altavilla to Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Dan Altavilla (shoulder) is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment at Double-A Arkansas on Thursday. He was placed on the disabled list in the beginning of May due to inflammation in the AC joint of his right shoulder. Altavilla could return to the Mariners bullpen early next week. He's only worth […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Oliver Drake Added to Indians 25-Man Roster
Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Oliver Drake has been added to the 25-man roster on Tuesday. The Indians optioned righty Alexi Ogando to Triple-A in order to make room for Drake on the active roster. Drake allowed nine earned runs over 12 2/3 innings with the Brewers this season. He was acquired by the Indians for […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Jordan Zimmermann Expects to Be Off Disabled List Soon
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Monday. The Tigers are calling the injury a right shoulder impingement. However, Zimmermann believes he'll only be on the DL for minimal time. It appears that Zimmermann may only miss one start. He's pitched well during his last two outings […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Rudy Gay is Undecided About Returning to San Antonio
San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay has not decided whether or not he's going to pick up his player option for next season. He averaged 11.5 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.6 minutes with the Spurs this season. The player option is worth $8.8 million, but Gay could likely find a multiple-year deal […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Dwight Powell Wants to Play More Power Forward and Center
Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell said he needs to work on his shot, defense, and his body so that he can play more power forward and center next season. "Whatever our team needs I want to be able to kind of fill that spot," said Powell. He averaged 10.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Kelly Olynyk Could Be Looking At Expanded Role
Miami Heat forward/center Kelly Olynyk hinted that he could be looking at an expanded role in Miami next season. "I definitely had the best year of my career and I’ll keep building on that this summer, hopefully, keep expanding my game," said Olynyk. There are rumors that the Heat are trying to shop Hassan Whiteside. […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Dante Exum Could Miss Game 5
Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum (hamstring) could miss Tuesday's Game 5 against the Houston Rockets. Exum left during the third quarter of Game 4 and did not return to the contest. An MRI revealed a strained left hamstring, but Exum is only considered day-to-day for the moment. The Jazz could be without Exum and Ricky […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Drew Robinson Out of Monday's Lineup
Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Drew Robinson (hip) has been scratched from Monday's lineup due to left hip soreness. It's unclear whether or not Robinson is going to land on the disabled list. In the meantime, Isiah Kiner-Falefa will slide over to second base and Renato Nunez draws the start at third base on Monday. Robinson is […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Adam Morgan Lands on Disabled List
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Adam Morgan (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The Phillies are calling this issue a back strain, so hopefully this is not too serious. He likely suffered the injury during his appearance on Sunday. Seranthony Dominguez has been recalled to take Morgan's spot in the bullpen. Morgan was […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Danny Farquhar Discharged From The Hospital
Chicago White Sox reliever Danny Farquhar (brain) has been discharged from Rush University Medical Center on Monday. This is fantastic news. Farquhar suffered a brain hemorrhage from a ruptured aneurysm on April 20. He will not be medically cleared to pitch for the rest of 2018 so his brain hemorrhage can fully heal. Farquhar does […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago
Carson Kelly Will Start on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Carson Kelly will be in the starting lineup against the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Kelly was recalled on Sunday after Yadier Molina (groin) landed on the disabled list. Molina is expected to miss about a month of playing time, so Kelly will get plenty of chances to start. Kelly is worth […]
Andy Webb 7 years ago