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Paul DeJong Hits Another Home Run on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong hit another home run on Monday, ending up 3-for-4 on the day. His blast came in the sixth inning with two runners on base. DeJong has three home runs in four games now to go with a shiny .467 batting average. He'll obviously cool down some eventually, but he's […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMiles Mikolas Picks Up a Win in His Cardinals Debut
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas picked up a win in his Cardinals debut, tossing 5 2/3 innings while allowing four runs on seven hits. He did not issue a walk and struck out five. Mikolas wasn't great on the mound, allowing three home runs, but he was great at the plate, hitting a […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJedd Gyorko Forced to Leave Monday's Game
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Jedd Gyorko was forced to leave Monday's game due to a right hamstring strain. He was 2-for-2 with a double and a hit by pitch before he was forced to leave. There hasn't been any further information yet, but it certainly looked like the kind of injury that could lead […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoAdam Wainwright Could be Ready to Go On Thursday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (hamstring) could make his 2018 season debut on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He started the year on the disabled list due to a strained right hamstring, but he was never expected to miss much time. Rookie Jack Flaherty started in Wainwright's place the first time through the […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoPaul DeJong Homers Twice on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong blasted two home runs on Sunday, also drawing a walk in the contest. His first home run came in the second inning, and he waited until the eighth to hit his second. DeJong came out of nowhere to have a huge 2017, and he's shown no signs of slowing […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoLuke Weaver Pitches Around Trouble for a Win
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Luke Weaver picked up a win on Sunday, tossing five innings while allowing just one run, but eight base runners. He wasn't great on the afternoon, but he was good enough to pitch his way out of trouble more than once. He's likely to make better starts going forward and […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoYadier Molina Goes Yard Again on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina hit another home run on Sunday as the Cardinals beat the New York Mets. It was Molina's second homer of the series and second of the season overall. He had a very good offensive series to start off the season, and should be a solid but unspectacular fantasy backstop […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoTrevor Bauer Lasts Five Innings in His First Start
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer lasted five innings on Sunday, allowing two runs while striking out seven. He was solid through four scoreless innings before allowing two runs in the fifth and not coming back out for the sixth. He ended up allowing a total of five hits and three walks in his start. […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoEdwin Encarnacion Smacks Two Home Runs on Sunday
Cleveland Indians designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion hit two home runs on Sunday, driving in three runs in a loss to the Seattle Mariners. They were the first two homers of 2018 for Encarnacion, who is now hitting .333 after the first series of the season. He's likely to drop in production a bit overall, but […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCorey Kluber Takes a Complete-Game Loss on Opening Day
Cleveland Indians ace starting pitcher Corey Kluber pitched a complete game on Opening Day but took the loss as Cleveland only managed to score one run. In his eight innings of work, Kluber allowed two runs on six hits and a walk, striking out eight. He's due for better luck going forward and should get […]
David A Marcillo 7 years ago"No Timeline" for Contract Discussions Between the Cowboys and Dez Bryant
Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that there is "no timeline" for contract discussions with wide receiver Dez Bryant. Jones said, "When we get ready on a decision with Dez, we’ll make it." It seems to remain possible that Bryant gets cut, but the Cowboys may be dragging their feet on this decision […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMichael Brantley Plays a Full Nine Innings in Triple-A
Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (ankle) was scheduled to play seven innings of Wednesday's Triple-A game, but he felt well enough to complete all nine innings instead. Brantley made some Cactus League appearances in spring training but was deemed not quite ready to break camp with the team. He's currently on the 10-day disabled list […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJordan Hicks Impresses in His Major League Debut
St. Louis Cardinals rookie relief pitcher Jordan Hicks made his major league debut on Opening Day and was impressive, pitching a scoreless inning while allowing one hit and striking out one. Hicks reached 102 mph with his fastball and showed a good slider as well. With Greg Holland signed, the small chance Hicks had of […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoYadier Molina Smashes an Opening Day Home Run
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina hit a home run on Opening Day, finishing the game 1-for-3 with a walk, a run scored, and two RBI. Molina opened up the season batting sixth in a Cardinals lineup that should score plenty of runs this season. He's a well-rounded fantasy asset who should provide consistent production […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJose Martinez Gets 2018 Off to a Strong Start
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Jose Martinez got off to a great start on Opening Day, going 3-for-4 with two runs scored and two RBI. Martinez smashed a home run in the sixth inning and had a pair of singles to go with it. Most importantly, Matt Carpenter started at third base, giving Martinez a […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCarlos Martinez Struggles on Opening Day
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez struggled in his Opening Day start on Thursday, lasting just 4 1/3 innings while allowing five runs (four earned) on four hits and six walks. He struck out five and hit a batter. Martinez needed 90 pitches to get his 13 outs, only throwing 54 of them for […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoDanny Salazar Officially Heads to the Disabled List
Cleveland Indians right-handed pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) was officially placed on the disabled list with a rotator cuff injury. Salazar missed spring training and just started throwing off a mound a few days ago. He'll probably miss at least April, but could be back in May if things go well. His role once he returns is […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMichael Brantley Officially Placed on the Disabled List
Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley was officially placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right ankle injury. Brantley is well on his way back from an offseason surgery performed to strengthen the ligaments around his ankle. He made his first Cactus League appearance last week, but the team did not want to push him […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoAbraham Almonte Designated for Assignment
Cleveland Indians outfielder Abraham Almonte was designated for assignment on Thursday. He only managed a .174/.269/.304 slash line in 14 Cactus League games. He's a versatile defender with experience, so he'll likely draw some interest on waivers from other teams. If he goes unclaimed, he'll likely report to Triple-A Columbus and serve as outfield depth […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCleveland Reassigns Mike Napoli to Minor League Camp
The Cleveland Indians reassigned first baseman Mike Napoli to minor league camp. Napoli was released by Cleveland but quickly re-signed once he accepted the fact that he would need to start the season at Triple-A Columbus. He'll serve as depth and should be up on the Cleveland roster sooner or later. It looks like Napoli's […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCardinals Finally Sign Greg Holland
The St. Louis Cardinals signed free-agent relief pitcher Greg Holland to a one-year, $14 million contract on Thursday. Holland waited until Opening Day to sign, so it should take him a bit to be ready to appear in a game. Once he's ready, he'll be the unquestioned closer in the St. Louis bullpen, ending the […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoRandy Gregory In the Process of Applying for Reinstatement
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory is officially in the process of applying for reinstatement after his most recent suspension. Gregory was originally suspended for failing a drug test, then failed another one while he was suspended. He was drafted 60th overall in the 2015 draft, but has made just 14 appearances due to suspension. […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCardinals Officially Purchase the Contract of Jack Flaherty
The St. Louis Cardinals officially purchased the contract of right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty from Triple-A Memphis. Flaherty will be taking the rotation spot of Adam Wainwright (hamstring) and there would seem to be a decent chance that if Flaherty excels in the first half of April, he could keep a rotation spot even once Wainwright […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoLuke Gregerson Officially Placed on the Disabled List
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson was officially placed on the disabled list with a hamstring strain on Wednesday. The team made the move retroactive to March 26, but Gregerson isn't expected to be ready until the middle of April. Gregerson had a rough spring, first dealing with an oblique strain and then suffering […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoAlex Reyes Placed on the Disabled List to Start the Season
St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Alex Reyes (elbow) was officially placed on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday. Reyes is almost fully recovered from Tommy John Surgery but just needs a little more time before heading back to a big league mound. He's expected to be ready to return around May 1 but may come back […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCardinals Officially Place Adam Wainwright on the Disabled List
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright was officially placed on the disabled list with a right hamstring strain. This was the expected move for a few days now, but now it's been made official. Wainwright is expected to be ready sometime in the middle of April. Rookie Jack Flaherty will take Wainwright's spot in […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoLuke Weaver Looks Poised to Break Out
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Luke Weaver had an excellent spring, posting a 0.55 ERA in Grapefruit League play. He struck out 19 in 16 1/3 innings, and posted a 0.67 WHIP. The young righty will start the third game of the season for the Cardinals and is a prime breakout candidate this season. He […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoTommy Pham Posts Disappointing Spring Numbers
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham had a disappointing spring, posting a .220/.333/.373 slash line in 20 Grapefruit League games. He hit one home run and drove in five runs. Despite the pedestrian at best spring, Pham's breakout 2017 season cannot be ignored. He's one of the top options for fantasy outfielders beyond the top […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJedd Gyorko Slumps Through Grapefruit League Play
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Jedd Gyorko struggled this spring, posting a .186/.250/.279 slash line in 17 Grapefruit League games. He hit just one home run and drove in only six runs. Gyorko didn't need to earn the starting third base job this spring, but it still would have been nice to see him play […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoPaul DeJong Set for a Strong Sophomore Season
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong had a somewhat disappointing spring, slashing just .234/.302/.574 with four home runs and nine RBI in 18 Grapefruit League games. DeJong broke out in his rookie season last year and became one of the top fantasy shortstops. He should continue his success this season in an even stronger Cardinals […]
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