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Jose Ramirez Has a Monster Game on Wednesday
Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez had an excellent day at the plate on Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and a run scored. Ramirez hit a home run in the first inning, then added a double and a single later on, finishing a triple shy of the cycle. Ramirez started off slow this season as […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoJefry Rodriguez Spins a Gem on Wednesday Afternoon
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Jefry Rodriguez was excellent on Wednesday afternoon, tossing seven innings while allowing just one run on three hits and two walks. He struck out three and threw just 91 pitches. Rodriguez wasn't overpowering, but he kept the Marlins "offense" off balance and never really got into real trouble. He's filled in […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoPaul DeJong Remains Ablaze Against the Brewers on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong kept his hot streak going on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. He hit a home run and a double, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. DeJong picked his slash line up yet again, moving it to a scalding .337/.394/.632. In a position as offensively shallow as […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoJordan Hicks Allows a Home Run but Earns a Save on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals closer Jordan Hicks earned his sixth save of the season on Tuesday despite allowing a home run in the ninth inning. Hicks struck out a batter and issued a walk as well. He'll take his six saves and a 2.70 ERA into his next outing. He's a must-own in all eligible formats.
David A Marcillo 6 years agoDaniel Poncedeleon Does Well in His Season Debut
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Daniel Poncedeleon pitched well in his season debut on Tuesday. He tossed five innings, allowing just one run on two hits and three walks while striking out seven. Poncedeleon got the call into the rotation when Michael Wacha (knee) was placed on the injured list. Wacha is only expected to […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoPaul DeJong Has Another Good Game on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong stayed hot again on Monday, going 2-for-5 with a run scored. DeJong had a double and a single, bringing his slash line up to a gaudy .330/.390/.593. There will always be concerns about consistency with DeJong, but when he's hot, he's one of the best offensive weapons at a […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoDexter Fowler Drives in Four Runs on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler was on fire in Monday's game, going 4-for-5 with three runs scored and four RBI. Fowler hit a home run and three singles, raising his batting average up to .313. After an awful start last season, fantasy owners were likely worried to see Fowler seemingly get off to another […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoPaul Goldschmidt Collects Three Hits and Three RBI on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt had a strong game on Monday, going 3-for-4 with two runs scored and three RBI. "Goldy" walked, hit a home run, and knocked two singles. The Cardinals offense looked excellent in this one, scoring 13 runs against the Brewers. Even on a new team, Goldschmidt continues to be […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoJack Flaherty Strikes Out 10 on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty struck out 10 Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night. He tossed six innings, allowing four runs on three hits and a walk. All three hits allowed by Flaherty were home runs, which isn't exactly ideal, but his fantasy owners will take the 10 strikeouts and the win. He'll head […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMichael Wacha Expected to Only Miss One Start
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (tendinitis) is only expected to miss one start. Wacha was surprisingly placed on the IL on Monday, but the move was made retroactive to April 19, so he is eligible to return early next week. Wacha should be back on the mound after one turn through the rotation, […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMichael Wacha Placed on the Injured List
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha was placed on the 10-day injured list with left knee patellar tendinitis. The move was made retroactive to April 19. Wacha looked good in his most recent start, so the assumption is that this is a minor injury and Wacha should return around the time he is eligible, […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoFrancisco Lindor Singles in His Return to the Lineup on Saturday
Playing in his first game of the season after being activated from the injured list, Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor went 1-for-5 with a run scored. The Cleveland offense has essentially been getting nothing from the shortstop position, so they'll be thrilled to have Lindor back at the top of the lineup. It might take […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoTrevor Bauer Strikes Out 10 on Saturday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer struck out 10 Atlanta Braves hitters in Game 2 of Saturday's double header. He lasted 6 1/3 innings, allowing just two runs on three hits and two walks. Bauer lowered his ERA to 2.20 and now has 42 strikeouts in 32 2/3 innings this season. He's blossomed into one […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMax Moroff Hits a Home Run on Saturday
Cleveland Indians shortstop Max Moroff hit a home run on Saturday, going 2-for-3 with two runs scored and two RBI in Game 1 of a double header. Moroff is a career .179/.269/.304 hitter so this was probably one of the best games of his career. With Francisco Lindor back from the injured list, Moroff won't […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoCarlos Santana Has Another Three-Hit Game on Saturday
Cleveland Indians first baseman Carlos Santana recorded three hits on Saturday, finishing 3-for-5 with a run scored and an RBI. All three of Santana's hits were singles, raising his impressive slash line to .407/.521/.542. He's started the season off hot and while he'll cool down eventually, he's shown that he can be trusted in most […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoCorey Kluber Lasts Seven Innings in Saturday's Win
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber earned a win in Game 1 of Saturday's double header, tossing seven innings. He allowed four runs on five hits and two walks, striking out eight. Kluber allowed individual runs in the first and third innings, then a pair of runs in the seventh. Despite not earning the quality […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoYadier Molina Has a Two-Hit Game on Saturday
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina had a two-hit game on Saturday, going 2-for-3 with a run scored and two RBI. Both of his hits were singles as he raised his slash line to .243/.269/.365. After a slow start, Molina is hitting like himself again and is worth putting back into lineups in deeper formats.
David A Marcillo 6 years agoJose Martinez Drives in Three Runs on Saturday
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman/outfielder Jose Martinez drove in three runs on Saturday, going 3-for-5 with a run scored as well. Martinez has done well when given playing time, slashing .333/.333/.458 in 48 at bats. He's worth starting in most fantasy formats whenever he's in the Cardinals starting lineup, but he might not get as […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMiles Mikolas Earns a Win With Eight Strong Innings on Saturday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas was excellent on Saturday, tossing eight innings while allowing just two runs on four hits and two walks. He struck out four, throwing an even 100 pitches, 73 for strikes. Mikolas threw six shutout innings before allowing the two runs in the seventh, but was then able to […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoAdam Wainwright Struggles Through Three Innings on Friday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright struggled through three innings on Friday, allowing four runs (three earned) on eight hits and three walks. He struck out three and needed 86 pitches to get nine outs. It was a struggle for the veteran throughout, as his ERA rose to 4.74. He's shown that he still […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoClosers and Saves Report - Week 3 Waiver Wire
Only Week 3 and we're already looking at a pretty wild season, bullpen-wise at least. We have our first "out for the season" injury for a team's closer, and we have a legitimate top closer back on the mound after coming off the injured list. And also: Craig Kimbrel. Week 3 brought bat flips, petulant […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoCarlos Carrasco Strikes Out a Dozen on Wednesday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco was electric on Wednesday, tossing seven scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and two walks while striking out 12. He evened his record at 2-2 and lowered his ERA to 7.41 after a few rough starts to kick off the season. This start showed Carrasco's upside, and if […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoKolten Wong Records Three More Hits on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong went 3-for-4 with a double on Wednesday, driving in a run and scoring one as well. He's off to a fast start this season, slashing .316/.437/.614. He's been hitting in the bottom third of the Cardinals lineup but figures to start moving up if he keeps hitting well. […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoPaul DeJong Puts Up a Four-Hit Game on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong had an excellent showing on Wednesday, smacking four singles to finish 4-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored. DeJong has gotten off to a great start this year, slashing .342/.407/.630 in the early going. He's been a streaky hitter throughout his career, but he's definitely worth owning and […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoJordan Hicks Saves His Fourth Game on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals closer Jordan Hicks saved his fourth game of the season on Wednesday, pitching a scoreless ninth inning. He allowed a walk and notched a strikeout. Hicks has been solid this season, posting four saves and a 2.25 ERA. He's a must-own in all formats.
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMichael Wacha Picks Up His First Win With Six Strong Innings
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha picked up his first win of the season on Wednesday, pitching six solid innings. He allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out seven. It was a strong and important effort from Wacha, who had struggled mightily in his previous start. The win lowered […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoLeonys Martin Has Another Three-Hit Game on Tuesday
Cleveland Indians outfielder Leonys Martin put together another three-hit game on Tuesday, finishing 3-for-5 with an RBI. Martin has two three-hit games in his last three games, picking his batting line up to .276/.391/.500. Hitting at the top of the lineup, Martin should be a solid multiple-category contributor throughout the season as long as he […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoBrad Hand Picks Up Another Save With a Scoreless Inning
Cleveland Indians closer Brad Hand picked up his sixth save of the season on Tuesday, tossing a scoreless ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners. Hand allowed just one hit and needed 11 pitches to lock down a 4-2 win for Cleveland. He's off to a good start and should be one of the more consistent […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoShane Bieber Picks Up a Win With a Strong Outing on Tuesday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber picked up his second win of the season on Tuesday, tossing six strong innings against the Seattle Mariners. He allowed just one run on four hits and three walks, striking out five. Bieber was solid throughout in this one, throwing 64 of his 106 pitches for strikes. He'll take […]
David A Marcillo 6 years agoMarcell Ozuna Hits Another Home Run on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna hit another home run on Tuesday, his seventh of the season. He ended up 1-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored, and two RBI. Ozuna has always been a streaky hitter, and it looks like he's in the midst of a patented hot streak now. He's worth a spot […]
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