Nelson Cruz Scratched From Wednesday’s Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) was scratched from Wednesday's game against the Yankees due to a right foot contusion. He should be available off the bench in a pinch-hitting role. "Cruz is fine," said manager Keith Cash. "X-rays on his right foot came back negative." Brett Phillips replaced Cruz in the lineup, […]

Kelvin Benjamin Will Be Released By The Giants

The New York Giants are expected to release tight end/wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin on Wednesday. According to Steve Politi of the Star-Ledger, Benjamin had a heated conversation with head coach Joe Judge and general manager David Gettleman before storming off the field. He reportedly will be released by the Giants today. The former wide receiver […]

Jalen Reagor Limited With Lower-Body Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor is dealing with a lower-body injury and was limited at Wednesday's practice. DeVonta Smith and Travis Fulgham took reps with the first-team offense on Wednesday. The 22-year-old is expected to serve as the Eagles WR2 alongside the 10th overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft DeVonta Smith. Reagor missed […]

Lamar Jackson Absent From Practice Due To COVID Issues

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is absent from practice after testing positive for COVID-19. The Ravens are going through an extensive process to confirm. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, it remains unclear how long Jackson will be out. The 24-year-old tested positive for COVID-19 in November and missed a game as a […]

Randall Cobb Headed To Green Bay

Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that the Houston Texans have traded wide receiver Randall Cobb to the Green Packers. According to Rapoport, the deal will be official when the Packers gain the cap room. Cobb posted on his personal Instagram account, "I'm coming home." The 30-year-old has an $8.25 million base salary this […]

Shane McClanahan Allows Season-High Nine Hits In Loss

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (4-4) allowed three earned runs on nine hits and three walks while striking out six across six innings during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He was tagged with his fourth loss of the season. The southpaw allowed a season-high nine hits on Tuesday and was removed from the […]

Manuel Margot Reaches Base Twice In Return

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot (hamstring) went 1-for-4 with a walk and was caught stealing during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He was reinstated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game after missing three weeks due to a strained left hamstring. The 26-year-old reached base twice and was caught stealing for […]

Brandon Lowe Blasts 22nd Homer

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He took Chad Green deep in the sixth inning to put the Rays on the scoreboard for the first time all game. It was his first long ball since July 11. The 27-year-old has produced since […]

Travis d'Arnaud Set For Rehab Assignment

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (thumb) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment this week. He's been sidelined since May after undergoing thumb surgery. The 32-year-old has been with the Braves throughout the road trip and was participating in baseball activities. d'Arnaud is expected to play in a few minor league games before being activated from […]

Nick Tropeano Optioned To Triple-A

New York Mets pitcher Nick Tropeano was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse after serving as the 27th man for Monday's game against the Braves. He didn't appear in either contest of Monday's doubleheader and was sent back down to clear roster space. The 30-year-old owns a 2.25 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and two strikeouts over eight innings […]

Red Sox-Blue Jays Postponed Tuesday Due To Rain

Tuesday's game between the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be rescheduled for Wednesday as part of a doubleheader. Robbie Ray is set to face Garrett Richards in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader starting at 2:10 p.m. EST. Fantasy managers should adjust their daily […]

Trea Turner Tests Positive For COVID-19

Updating a previous report, Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner tested positive for COVID-19 during Tuesday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. The 27-year-old went 1-for-1 with a run scored before exiting. He was removed in the first inning of Tuesday's game for undisclosed reasons. It was later revealed Turner wasn't traded and that he tested positive […]

Jared Walsh Absent From Tuesday’s Lineup

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Wash (side) isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. He left Monday's contest early with side pain and will undergo additional tests. The 27-year-old felt something in his side on Monday, but the trainers don't believe the injury is serious. He is considered day-to-day […]

Abraham Toro Traded To The Mariners

Houston Astros infielder Abraham Toro and right-hander Joe Smith were traded to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for pitchers Kendall Graveman and Rafael Montero. Toro is under team control for four more seasons and will have a chance to be the Mariners every day starting third baseman. He is slashing .211/.287/.385 with six home runs, […]

Kendall Graveman, Rafael Montero Traded To Houston

The Seattle Mariners have traded pitchers Kendall Graveman and Rafael Montero to the Houston Astros in exchange for infielder Abraham Toro and right-hander Joe Smith. The Astros upgrade their bullpen by acquiring Seattle's top reliever in Graveman. He has been fantastic this season, posting a 0.82 ERA, 0.70 WHIP and 34:8 K:BB across 33 innings […]

Kadarius Toney Arrives At Training Camp Tuesday

New Giants rookie wide receiver Kadarius Toney (COVID-19) arrived at training camp on Tuesday. He was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on July 22 and was away from the team isolating. According to Giants head coach Joe Judge, the rookie wideout will participate in meetings, but they'll "take it slow" to integrate Toney into practices. […]

Giants Plan "Long-Term Approach" With Saquon Barkley

The New York Giants plan to take a "long-term approach" with running back Saquon Barkley (knee) this summer, per head coach Joe Judge. There's reportedly still a chance he could be ready by Week 1. "We're thinking long term with Saquon; long term in the season, long term in his career," Judge said. "And by […]

Matt Wisler Implodes In The Eighth Inning On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Wisler (3-4) allowed two runs on two hits and a hit batter in 1/3 of an inning during Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Guardians. He was tagged with his third loss of the season. The 28-year-old entered the eighth frame to protect a 2-1 lead but was saddled with the […]

Ryan Yarbrough Fans Six In Sunday’s No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough allowed one run on five hits and a walk while striking out six across seven innings in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Cleveland. He did not factor into the decision. The southpaw surrendered a solo shot to Cesar Hernandez in the first inning but cruised through the rest of the […]

Nelson Cruz Crushes 21st Homer On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk during Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Guardians. He took Triston McKenzie deep in the sixth inning for his 21st long ball of the season. Since being acquired by the Rays on July 22, the 41-year-old is hitting .167 […]

Mookie Betts Officially Placed On The Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers officially placed outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) on the 10-day injured list with right hip inflammation. He's missed the last eight games and has been sidelined since July 19 due to his hip issue. The 28-year-old's hip wasn't progressing fast enough, and the Dodgers finally placed him on the IL Sunday. He […]

Michael Thomas Could Be Out 10-12 Weeks

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) underwent ankle surgery in June and will be sidelined 10-to-12 weeks. According to Nick Underhill of NewOrleansFootball.com, Thomas saw a specialist, and it was believed that the Saints wideout could rehab the ankle injury instead of having surgery. The 28-year-old reportedly was going to rehab a month […]

Brett Phillips Crushes Fifth Homer On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Brett Phillips went 1-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run, and an additional run scored in Saturday's 8-2 win over Cleveland. He took J.C. Mejia deep in the third inning for his fifth long ball of the season. The 27-year-old has provided solid fantasy value this season by slashing .205/.308/.357 […]

Drew Rasmussen Throws Three Innings On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen allowed one run on one hit while striking out three across three innings during Saturday's 8-2 win over the Guardians. He didn't factor into the decision. The 25-year-old was efficient in his second career start on Saturday, throwing 35 pitches, firing 25 for strikes. He continues to be used […]

Joey Wendle Collects Four Hits On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Joey Wendle went 4-for-5 with two doubles during Saturday's 8-2 win over the Guardians. The 31-year-old has been an excellent source for batting average and is hitting 370 (10-for-27) with three doubles, a triple, three RBI, and a walk since the All-Star break. A crowded roster keeps him from playing every […]

Ji-Man Choi Has Monster Day At The Plate

Tampa Bay Rays' first baseman Ji-Man Choi went 4-for-5 with a home run, two doubles, three RBI, and two additional runs scored during Saturday's 8-2 win over the guardians. He put the Rays on the scoreboard with a solo shot off J.C. Mejia in the top of the first inning. The Rays' first baseman added […]

Austin Meadows Homers Twice In Saturday’s Win

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI in Saturday's 8-2 win over the Guardians. He belted a two-run shot off J.C. Mejia in the third inning to give the Rays a 4-1 lead. The Rays outfielder crushed a two-run blast off of Trevor Stephan in the ninth […]

Wander Franco Collects Three Hits In Friday’s Win

Tampa Bay Rays' infielder Wander Franco went 3-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored during Friday's 10-5 win over the Guardians. He's now recorded multi-hit efforts in back-to-back games. The rookie phenom has struggled to adjust to big league pitching this season, slashing .233/.286/.378 with three homers, 10 RBI, and 12 runs scored across […]

Josh Fleming Throws Four Innings Friday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Josh Fleming allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out one across four innings in Friday's 10-5 win over the Guardians. He did not factor into the decision. The 25-year-old threw 72 pitches, landing 41 for strikes. Fleming doesn't pitch deep into games and has reached five […]

Ji-Man Choi Blasts Three-Run Homer On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays' first baseman J-Man Choi went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Friday's win 10-5 over Cleveland. He took Guardians' reliever Nick Wittgren deep in the ninth, pushing the Rays lead 8-4. It was his fifth long ball of the season. The 30-year-old is hitting .240 (6-for-25) with two homers and five […]