Jacoby Jones Released By The Royals

The Kansas City Royals released outfielder JaCoby Jones on Tuesday. He signed a minor-league deal with Kansas City during the offseason. The 30-year-old struggled in Triple-A Omaha, slashing .214/.270/.357 across 38 games. He slashed .170/.304/.250 with two home runs, nine RBI, nine runs, and two stolen bases across 105 plate appearances for the Tigers in […]

Corey Kluber Solid In Tuesday's Loss Against The Yankees

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Corey Kluber (3-3) allowed two unearned runs on four hits, a hit by pitch and one walk while striking out three in six innings in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the New York Yankees. He was tagged with his third loss of the season. The right-hander was efficient on Tuesday, throwing 93 […]

Walker Buehler Has Bone Spur Removed On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler (elbow) had a bone spur removed from his right elbow on Monday. The bone spur is something the right-hander has been dealing with for a few years. He was diagnosed with a flexor strain over the weekend and has been shut down from throwing for 6-to-8 weeks. His timeline […]

Jeimer Candelario Set For Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Detroit Tigers' third baseman Jeimer Candelario (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday. Last Tuesday, he was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left shoulder subluxation. The 28-year-old has struggled most of the season, slashing .181/.236/.319 with five home runs, 17 RBI, and 20 runs scored in 182 at-bats. […]

J.P. Crawford A Late Scratch From Tuesday's Lineup

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (undisclosed) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. No reason was given why Crawford was removed from Tuesday's lineup, and more should be known after the game. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day for now. Fantasy managers must remove Crawford from their lineups for […]

Kolten Wong Targeting Saturday For A Return

Milwaukee Brewers' second baseman Kolten Wong (calf) hopes to return from the 10-day injured list when first eligible Saturday. He has been sidelined since June 7 due to calf soreness. The 31-year-old planned on doing some running on Tuesday and is expected to be ready to play by Saturday. He is slashing .228/.321/.389 with five […]

Adley Rutschman Collects Three Hits On Saturday

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman went 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles and two runs scored in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Kansas Royals. It was the top prospect's first career three-hit game. The 24-year-old raised his average from .153 to .190 after racking up three hits on Saturday. He has struggled to adjust to […]

Mike Trout Homers Twice, Pulled Early On Saturday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (groin) went 3-for-4 with a pair of homers, a double, three RBI, and three runs scored in Saturday's 11-6 win over the New York Mets. He left Saturday's contest after six innings but reportedly did not appear to be injured. The Angels built up a big lead and were […]

Jared Walsh Hits For The Cycle on Saturday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman/outfielder Jared Walsh went 4-for-5 with a solo home run, triple, double, and two additional RBI during Saturday's 11-6 victory over the New York Mets. The 28-year-old busted out of a slump in a big way on Saturday. He was hitting .150 (3-for-20) over his last five contests. Walsh singled in […]

Hansel Robles Blows Save, Tagged With The Loss Saturday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Hansel Robles (1-2) allowed two runs on three hits and one walk while striking out none in 2/3 of an inning in Saturday's 7-6 loss to the Seattle Mariners. He was tagged with the loss and charged with his fourth blown save of the season. The 31-year-old entered the ninth inning […]

Brandon Belt Not Expected To Return Sunday

San Francisco Giants' first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) is not expected to return from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. According to Giants manager Gabe Kapler, Belt is unlikely to return on Sunday and maybe not in the next few days. The 34-year-old has been out since May 18 with right knee inflammation. Before landing […]

Anthony DeSclafani Fans Three In Saturday's Rehab Start

San Francisco Giants pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (ankle) allowed three hits and no walks while striking out three across three scoreless innings in Saturday's rehab start for Triple-A Sacramento. The 32-year-old hasn't pitched since April 21 due to an ankle injury. He isn't eligible to come off the 60-day injured list until late June and will […]

Starling Marte Remains Sidelined

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (quadriceps) will miss his third consecutive game while dealing with left quadriceps tightness. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, Marte is feeling much better and probably could have played on Saturday, but the Mets aren't gambling with his health. The 33-year-old remains day-to-day. Marte is slashing .277/.316/.441 with seven […]

Kyle Hendricks Will Start Tuesday Against San Diego

Chicago Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks (shoulder) will start Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. He has been sidelined since June 1 due to shoulder fatigue. The Cubs gave the right-hander extra rest, and he will return to the mound on Tuesday. Hendricks owns a 5.22 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and a 37:19 K: BB across […]

Yasmani Grandal Won't Be Available On Sunday

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (hamstring) won't be available for Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. He left Saturday's contest after injuring his left hamstring while running to first base. The 33-year-old went 2-for-2 before leaving. He will undergo further evaluation and is considered day-to-day. Grandal has struggled this season, slashing .1985/.294/.237 with two […]

Nick Gordon Exits Early With Right Hamstring Tightness

Minnesota Twins shortstop/outfielder Nick Gordon (hamstring) exited Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays early with right hamstring tightness. He went 1-for-3 with a walk before leaving. The severity of Gordon's injury is unknown at this time, and he's considered day-to-day. The 26-year-old is slashing 25/.298/.368 with one home run, eight RBI, and three stolen […]

Matt Chapman Dealing With Sore Wrist

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman (wrist) is dealing with wrist soreness. The injury explains why he wasn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers and was unavailable to pinch-hit. The 29-year-old is considered day-to-day. Chapman will undergo further evaluation, but it's unclear if he will return Sunday for the series […]

Corey Knebel Experiences Shoulder Tightness Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Corey Knebel (shoulder) experienced tightness in his shoulder while warming up during Saturday's game against Arizona Diamondbacks. He will be evaluated on Sunday. The 30-year-old did not enter Saturday's game and is considered day-to-day. Knebel is Philadelphia's primary closer, converting 11-of-14 saves while posting a 3.24 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and 23 strikeouts […]

Tanner Scott Secures Third Save On Thursday

Miami Marlins pitcher Tanner Scott struck out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Thursday's 7-4 win over the Washington Nationals. He entered the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. The 27-year-old has recorded two saves over his last four appearances. He owns a 4.43 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and 35 strikeouts […]

Alex Colome Notches Third Save On Thursday

Colorado Rockies pitcher Alex Colome allowed one hit over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Thursday's 4-2 win over the San Francisco Giants. He entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The 33-year-old tossed a scoreless inning to earn his third save of the season. Colorado's primary closer Daniel Bard was […]

Hansel Robles Activated Thursday

The Boston Red Sox activated pitcher Hansel Robles (back) from the 15-day injured list on Thursday. Phillips Valdez was optioned to Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Robles joined the Red Sox on Thursday after a minimum stay on the injured list. The 31-year-old owns a 2.65 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and 11:6 K: BB across […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Impressive In Thursday's Rehab Start

Detroit Tigers pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ribs) allowed two hits and no walks while striking out nine across four scoreless innings in Thursday's rehab outing with Triple-A Toledo. The 29-year-old threw 52 pitches, landing 39 of them for strikes. His fastball sat at 94-95 MPH. He owns a 4.38 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 34:17 K: BB […]

Domingo German Set For Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German (shoulder) threw three innings on Thursday in a simulated game, and his next start will be a rehab start to get built up. He has yet to pitch this season but is close to beginning a minor-league rehab assignment. The 29-year-old owned a 4.58 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, and a […]

Aroldis Chapman Scheduled For Bullpen Session Saturday

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (Achilles) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday. The southpaw has been sidelined since May 24 due to Achilles tendinitis. He's played catch but will throw off a mound for the first on Saturday since landing on the 10-day injured list. The 34-year-old owns a 3.86 ERA, 1.64 […]

Diego Castillo Strikes Out The Side, Earns Fourth Save

Seattle Mariners pitcher Diego Castillo struck out the side over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Houston Astros. He entered the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. The 28-year-old has now notched back-to-back saves over his last two appearances. He's been efficient as of late, tossing eighth […]

Luis Rengifo Placed On The Paternity List

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Luis Rengifo was placed on the paternity list Wednesday. He will step away from the team the next few days. The 25-year-old has started the last 19 games as the team's primary second baseman. He is slashing .233/.290/.337 with two home runs, seven RBI, 10 runs scored, and a stolen base […]

Max Muncy Could Return Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said there's a "good possibility" Wednesday is the last day of infielder Max Muncy's (elbow) rehab assignment. He could be activated from the 10-day injured list as early as possible Thursday. The 31-year-old began a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City last weekend and went 2-for-14 with […]

Brandon Crawford Scratched Wednesday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (quad) was a late scratch for Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies due to quad tightness. He initially started at shortstop and batted fifth in Wednesday's contest but was removed from the lineup. The 35-year-old was pulled from Tuesday's game due to quad tightness. Crawford is considered day-to-day. Fantasy […]

Orioles-Cubs Postponed Wednesday

Wednesday's game between the Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles has been postponed due to inclement weather. It was initially in a two-hour rain delay and eventually postponed. The game will be made up in mid-August, but an exact date hasn't been set. Jordan Lyles will start Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals, while Marcus […]

Nick Senzel Dealing With A Back Injury

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (back) was scratched from Wednesday's lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks due to a lower-back strain. He was initially batting leadoff in Wednesday's lineup but was a late scratch. The 26-year-old is considered day-to-day. Senzel is slashing .228/.279/.289 with a home run, seven RBI, and two stolen bases over 122 plate […]