Salvador Perez Serving As Designated Hitter On Thursday

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (head) is batting third and will serve as the team's designated hitter in Thursday's game against the Yankees. Perez left Wednesday's game early after getting hit in the mask with a pitch. Manager Mike Matheny called Perez's injury a "non-concussive" event. The 31-year-old avoided a concussion but will get […]

Alec Bohm Collects Four Hits In Loss To Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies' third baseman Alec Bohm went 4-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and three runs scored during Wednesday's 13-12 loss to the Nationals. He's starting to heat up and has now recorded multi-hit efforts in three of his last seven contests. The Phillies' top prospect has a ton of upside but is striking out […]

Andrew McCutchen Blasts Pinch-Hit Grand Slam On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen went 1-for-1 with a grand slam during Wednesday's 13-12 loss to the Nationals. With the bases loaded, the 34-year-old pinch-hit for pitcher Archie Bradley in the bottom of the fifth inning. He took a 3-1 pitch from Nationals pitcher Erick McGowin deep to left field for his 13th home run […]

Bryce Harper Goes Yard In Loss To Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper went 1-for-4 with a solo home run, two walks, and an additional run scored during Wednesday's 13-12 loss to the Nationals. He took Erick Fedde deep in the bottom of the third inning for his 10th long ball of the season. The 28-year-old outfielder has now homered in back-to-back games. […]

Victor Reyes Begins Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes (ribs) began a rehab assignment with Single-A Lakeland on Tuesday. He's been sidelined since June 3 with an intercostal strain. The 26-year-old slashed .157/.186/.265 with one home run, four RBI, nine runs scored, and two stolen bases before being placed on the injured list. He's flashed upside in the majors […]

Daniel Ponce de Leon Exits Tuesday’s Game Early

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Daniel Ponce de Leon was removed from Tuesday's game against the Tigers with shoulder discomfort. He allowed one run on one hit across 1/3 of an inning before exiting. The severity of his injury is unknown at this time and the 29-year-old is considered day-to-day. Ponce de Leon has struggled this […]

Ryan McMahon Absent From Tuesday’s Lineup

Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon is not in the starting lineup Tuesday against the Mariners. There has been no report of an injury and he will sit for a second straight game. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly. The 26-year-old is slashing .256/.308/.508 with 16 homers, 44 RBI, 44 runs scored, and three stolen […]

Chris Owings Activated From The 60-Day Injured List

Colorado Rockies infielder Chris Owings (thumb) was activated from the 60-day injured list on Tuesday. He's been sidelined since the beginning of April with a sprained thumb. The 29-year-old hit .533 (8-for-15) with six extra-base hits, three RBI, and two stolen bases over seven games before being placed on the injured list. The Rockies infielder […]

Nate Pearson Placed On The Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson (groin) was placed on the minor league injured list with a right groin strain. Before the injury, the Blue Jays top pitching prospect posted back-to-back solid outings at Triple-A, allowing two runs on five hits and five walks while striking out nine across 11 innings. There is no timetable for […]

Aaron Civale Exits Monday’s Start Early

Cleveland Indians pitcher Aaron Civale exited Monday's start against the Cubs early with an apparent finger injury. Trainers came out to examine his middle finger and, after further evaluation, he was removed from the game in the bottom of the fifth inning. He allowed three hits and two walks while striking out five across four […]

Tyler Clippard Scheduled For Bullpen Session Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Tyler Clippard (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday. He was shut down earlier in the season with a capsule sprain in his right shoulder. The 36-year-old also underwent a "small knee procedure" in May. Clippard has to pitch this season and will require a rehab assignment before being […]

Lorenzo Cain Could Return Before The All-Star Break

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (hamstring) is aiming to come back before the All-Star break. He's been sidelined since June 1 with a strained right hamstring. The 35-year-old ran on the field Monday and plans to take batting practice on Tuesday. Cain will continue to ramp up his activity and look to begin a rehab […]

Matt Peacock Placed On Bereavement List

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Matt Peacock was placed on the bereavement list Monday. The 27-year-old will be off the roster for the next three to seven days. He could make his next start Friday on the road against the Padres. Peacock owns a (0-4) record in June along with a 6.61 ERA, 2.27 WHIP, and a […]

Luis Garcia Throws Seven Strong Innings In No-Decision

Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia allowed one run on seven hits and two walks while striking out eight across seven innings during Friday's 2-1 win over the White Sox. He did not factor into the decision. The 24-year-old yielded an RBI single to first baseman Jose Abreu in the first inning. He cruised the […]

Jose Ramirez Diagnosed With Left Foot Contusion

Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez was diagnosed with a left foot contusion after exiting Friday's game against the Pirates early. He limped off the field after being hit by a pitch in the top of the eighth frame. Ramirez is considered day-to-day. He will undergo further testing on his foot over the weekend, but […]

Daniel Bard Charged With The Blown Save Friday

Colorado Rockies pitcher Daniel Bard allowed one run on a walk and two hits while striking out one across one inning during Friday's win over the Brewers. He was charged with his fourth blown save of the season. The 35-year-old entered the ninth inning with a 5-4 lead but surrendered an RBI double to Brewers […]

Antonio Senzatela Throws Six Innings In No-Decision Friday

Colorado Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela allowed four runs (three earned) on seven hits while striking out four across six innings in Friday's 6-5 win over the Brewers. He did not factor in the decision. The Rockies pitcher surrendered a solo shot to Brewers infielder Luis Urias in the third frame and then yielded three more […]

Brendan Rodgers Doubles Twice In Friday’s Win

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers went 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run scored, and an RBI during Friday's 6-5 win over the Brewers. The 24-year-old is wielding a hot bat and has now recorded at least one hit in three of his last four games. He's hitting .308 (4-for-13) with two doubles and three RBI […]

Albert Almora Expected To Return Saturday

New York Mets outfielder Albert Almora (shoulder) is expected to be reinstated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday, per manager Luis Rojas. The Mets have a doubleheader on Saturday and plan to activate the outfielder ahead of one of them. He slashed 048/.091/.048 across 22 plate appearances in 2021 before the injury. Almora is […]

Chaz Roe Pulled From Minor League Rehab Assignment

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Chaz Roe was pulled from his rehab outing with Triple-A Durham on Thursday with right shoulder discomfort. He received an injection in his biceps and the timeline will be updated in two to three days. The Rays pitcher has been sidelined since the end of April with a shoulder strain. Roe […]

David Dahl Will Begin Rehab Assignment On Saturday

Texas Rangers outfielder David Dahl (ribs) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock on Saturday. He's been sidelined since May 26 with a left rib contusion. Dahl worked out with the team on Friday and reportedly felt good afterward. The 27-year-old slashed .208/.242/.340 with four home runs, 12 RBI, and 16 runs scored […]

Jose Ramirez Exits Friday’s Game Early

Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez (ankle, foot) was removed in the top of the eighth inning from Friday's game against the Pirates after being hit by a pitch. He went 0-for-2 with a walk and a run scored before exiting. The severity of his ankle/foot injury is unknown at this time, and an update […]

Sonny Gray Throws Successful Bullpen Session On Friday

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Sonny Gray (groin) threw a successful bullpen session on Friday. He was placed on the 10-day injured list on June 9 with a right groin strain. The Reds pitcher is expected to miss at least two turns in the rotation. "I felt good," Gray said. "That was all I was really looking […]

Kyle Lewis Transferred To The 60-Day Injured List

Seattle Mariners outfielder Kyle Lewis (knee) was transferred to the 60-day injured list on Friday. He underwent knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus on June 11. The Mariners are hopeful Lewis can return later this season. Lewis slashed .246/.333/.392 with five home runs, 11 RBI, 15 runs scored, and two stolen bases across 36 […]

Justin Dunn Placed On The 10-Day Injured List

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justin Dunn (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with right shoulder inflammation. He was removed from Thursday's game early due to shoulder discomfort. The 25-year-old underwent an MRI on Friday, but he is still waiting on the results. Before the injury, Dunn owned a (1-3) record along with a […]

Anthony Rendon Remains Out Of The Lineup Friday

Los Angeles third baseman Anthony Rendon (triceps) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Tigers. He will miss his fourth straight game due to a triceps injury. Angels manager Joe Maddon is "hopeful" Rendon is available to pinch-hit in Friday's game. The 31-year-old is trending in the right direction and is […]

Franmil Reyes Could Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Cleveland Indians outfielder Franmil Reyes (oblique) could begin a minor-league rehab assignment next week. The 25-year-old was expected to miss 5-to-7 weeks after he suffered an internal oblique strain in late May. Reyes is trending in the right direction and could return to action by the end of June. He slashed .257/.316/.576 with 11 home […]

Jon Gray Expected To Begin Rehab Assignment On Sunday

Colorado Rockies pitcher Jon Gray (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday. He is scheduled to start Sunday's game for Triple-A and barring any setbacks could join the Rockies rotation next week. The 29-year-old threw a 36-pitch bullpen session on Thursday and was working on the timing of his […]

Adbert Alzolay Could Come Off The 10-Day Injured List Soon

Chicago Cubs pitcher Adbert Alzolay (finger) could come off the 10-day injured list during their upcoming homestand. The 26-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list on June 8 with a blister on his right middle finger. He threw a "high intensity" bullpen session on Thursday and feels ready to go. "The intensity in the […]

Gleyber Torres Removed From Thursday’s Game Early

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres was removed from Thursday's game against the Blue Jays with lower back stiffness. He went 0-for-2 with a strikeout before exiting in the bottom of the third inning. The severity of his back injury is unknown at this time and the 24-year-old is considered day-to-day. He will undergo further […]