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Xander Bogaerts Doubles Twice Wednesday
Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts took part in the hit parade against the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI, and two runs scored. Bogaerts has been outstanding all season, slashing .335/.401/.498 with six homers, three steals, 39 runs scored, and 30 RBI. Fantasy managers are hopeful that the home […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoAlex Verdugo Homers, Drives In Four
Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo had a big game Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics, going 3-for-5 with a home run and four RBI in a 10-1 victory. This is Verdugo's fourth home run of the season, but just his first since April 16. He's put up a strong .340/.404/.489 slash line in June, but […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJames Kaprielian Loses Again Wednesday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher James Kaprielian remains winless for 2022, as he took his fourth loss of the season against the Boston Red Sox Wednesday. Kaprielian allowed six runs (five earned) on seven hits and six walks with two strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings pitched. Kaprielian now has a 6.31 ERA and 1.50 WHIP in […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJosh Winckowski Throws Five Shutout Innings
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Josh Winckowski was recalled to face the Oakland Athletics Wednesday, and he capitalized on the opportunity, throwing five shutout innings to earn his first big-league victory. He gave up four hits and one walk while striking out three batters. With the Red Sox facing injuries to their starting rotation, Winckowski […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoCorbin Burnes Earns Fourth Victory Against Mets
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes rebounded from a difficult last start to earn his fourth victory of the season Wednesday. Burnes led the team to a 10-2 win over the New York Mets, allowing two runs on five hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out eight batters. Burnes now has a […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoWilly Adames Drives In Two
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames had a three-hit game against the New York Mets Wednesday, adding a double, two RBI, and two runs scored in five at-bats during a 10-2 victory. This is just his third multi-hit performance since the beginning of May but his second in the last three games, so fantasy managers should […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJeff McNeil Smacks Fourth Homer
New York Mets utility man Jeff McNeil provided one of the only bright spots in the team's 10-2 defeat to the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, mashing a solo home run over the right-field fence. It was one of just five hits the Mets could muster against Corbin Burnes et al. McNeil himself went 2-for-4 with two […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoBryan Reynolds Homers, Triples Wednesday
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds continued his hot streak against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a triple, two RBI, and two runs scored. He now has 11 long balls on the season, and has eight multi-hit performances in the month of June. He's slashed .404/.439/.692 since the calendar turned, […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoBrendan Donovan Has Three Hits, Drives In Two
St. Louis Cardinals utility man Brendan Donovan batted second in the lineup against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday and performed well, going 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. While Donovan is no counting stats maven with just one homer and two steals this season, he's been an excellent fantasy add nonetheless with […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJack Flaherty Lasts Three Innings In First Start
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty made his season debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday, and he lasted three innings. It was expected to be an abbreviated start for the righty. Flaherty allowed four runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks with three strikeouts. While he was not as sharp as fantasy […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJake Cronenworth Doubles Twice, Plates Two
San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth had a strong game in Wednesday's 19-5 blowout victory over the Chicago Cubs, going 3-for-6 with two doubles, two RBI, and two runs scored. After a slow month of May, Cronenworth has slashed .356/.441/.627 with three home runs, 14 runs scored, and 20 RBI in June. With three straight […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoChristopher Morel Homers, Drives In Three
Chicago Cubs utility man Christopher Morel provided most of the offense for the club Wednesday, going 2-for-5 with a solo home run and three RBI. It was his fourth homer of the year, but not nearly enough to save the Cubs from a 19-5 defeat at the hands of the San Diego Padres. It's looking […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoAmed Rosario Adds A Homer And A Steal
Cleveland Guardians shortstop Amed Rosario had perhaps his best offensive performance of the season Wednesday, going 3-for-5 with a triple, a home run, a stolen base, and four runs scored, leading the team to a 7-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies. Rosario continues to bat towards the top of the lineup, and while this is […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoReid Detmers Struggles Again Wednesday
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers was knocked around once again Wednesday, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks in 3 2/3 innings to earn his third loss of the season. He struck out six batters. This outing raises his ERA for the season to 4.25. Detmers has completed five innings just […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoWill Smith Knocks Eighth Homer
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith supplied a home run in the first inning of Wednesday's 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. The three-run shot was his only hit in four at-bats, and his eighth of the season. Smith has reached base successfully in 13 consecutive games, and is slashing .286/.375/.548 with three homers […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoChris Bassitt Rebounds With Gem
New York Mets starting pitcher Chris Bassitt delivered his strongest performance of the year Tuesday, throwing eight innings of shutout ball. He gave up just three hits and a walk while striking out seven batters to earn his fifth win of the season. It's a welcome outcome for Bassitt, who had allowed at least four […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoLuke Voit Homers, Drives In Five Tuesday
San Diego Padres designated hitter Luke Voit had his best day of the season at the plate Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, going 2-for-6 with a home run, a double, five RBI, and two runs scored in a 12-5 victory. Voit has now provided four long balls in June, bringing his season total to seven. […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoNate Lowe Homers, Adds Three Hits
Texas Rangers first baseman Nate Lowe enjoyed a strong night at the plate Tuesday, going 3-for-4 with a two-run home run against Jose Urquidy and the Houston Astros. Lowe has surged of late, with five multi-hit games in his last seven. He's also homered five times in the month of June, bringing his season slash […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoTyler Mahle Completes Nine Shutout Innings
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Tyler Mahle delivered a gem Tuesday night, though he was forced to take a no-decision in the 5-3 extra-inning victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Mahle threw nine innings of shutout ball, giving up just three hits and striking out 12 batters. He's now delivered four consecutive quality starts, bringing his ERA […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoTony Gonsolin Earns Eighth Win
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin continued his charmed season against the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday, earning his eighth win against zero losses. Gonsolin lasted 6 1/3 innings of shutout ball, giving up just one hit and two walks with six strikeouts. He now has a 1.42 ERA and 0.82 WHIP with 60 […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoTy France Homers Again Tuesday
Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France went deep for the 10th time this season Tuesday, adding a two-run shot off Minnesota Twins starter Joe Ryan in a 5-0 victory. France struck out in all three of his remaining at-bats. France has been consistently excellent all season, remaining productive to the tune of a .322/.399/.494 slash […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoEugenio Suarez Smacks 12th Homer
Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez smacked his 12th home run of the season Tuesday, leading the team to a 5-0 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Suarez went 1-for-4 with the two-run shot off of starter Joe Ryan. Suarez has slashed .273/.388/.491 over his last 15 games with three homers, seven runs, and 10 RBI […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoDylan Moore Swipes Two Bags Tuesday
Seattle Mariners utility man Dylan Moore took advantage of his start at shortstop against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, going 1-for-2 with a walk, two runs scored, and two stolen bases. Moore has now successfully stolen eight bases in ten attempts this season, with four of those thefts coming in his last seven games. While […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoLive Chat Fantasy Baseball Q&A @ 1PM
Baseball is back...do you know who to play in your lineups? Doug Goldring (@DougGoldring) will be hosting a Live Q&A chat session on Monday June 13th at 1:00 pm ET. Come join in on the fun and get your fantasy baseball questions answered, or just stick around for some MLB talk! All throughout the MLB season […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoJose Abreu Knocks Sixth Homer
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu mashed his sixth homer of the season Wednesday against Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun Jin Ryu in a 7-3 loss. Abreu went 2-for-4 with the two-run shot. The slugger has been dominant at the plate over his last 15 games, slashing .373/.492/.667 with three homers in 62 […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoMichael Kopech Only Manages Three Innings Wednesday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech was only able to make it through three innings Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing five runs on six hits and four walks to earn his second loss of the season. He struck out four batters. This outing breaks a streak of three consecutive quality starts. Kopech […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoAlex Verdugo Adds Two Doubles Wednesday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo had a solid game Wednesday night against the Cincinnati Reds, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, a walk, two runs scored, and two RBI. He now has 15 extra-base hits in 190 plate appearances this season. Verdugo's season line of .235/.273/.352 with three home runs leaves plenty to be desired, […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoSonny Gray Placed On Injured List
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Sonny Gray (pectoral) has been moved to the 15-day injured list with a right pectoral strain. The placement has been backdated to Monday, making the right-hander eligible to return on June 14th, when the Twins are set to face the Seattle Mariners. Right-handed pitcher Yennier Cano was recalled to take Gray's […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoGarrett Whitlock Earns Win With Unusual Line
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Whitlock earned his second win of the season against the Cincinnati Reds Wednesday, allowing one unearned run on five hits across six innings. He managed to complete his outing with only seventy pitches, including fifty strikes, and did not walk or strike out any batters. This is Whitlock's second […]
Doug Goldring 2 years agoBailey Ober Takes Second Loss Wednesday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober took the loss against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, allowing five runs on nine hits in six innings. He struck out four batters and did not give up a walk. Ober now has a 1-2 record on the season to go with his 4.01 ERA and 1.28 WHIP with 29 […]
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