Addison Russell Ties Career High In Hits

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell went 4-for-4 with a walk on Friday. Russell matched his career high for hits in a game and also scored a run and stole a base. Russell got off to a slow start but has now raised his batting average to .273. He remains a lower end option at the […]

Willson Contreras Has Three Hits On Friday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras finished Friday's contest versus the Reds 3-for-6. Contreras has been hitting the ball well over the past week and score one run and knocked in a batter Friday. He remains one of the best options behind the dish.

Anthony Rizzo Picks Up A Pair Of RBI Friday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo went 2-for-6 Friday evening versus the Reds. Rizzo had a pair of singles and scored two runs while driving in a pair. Rizzo has been off to a slow start and has hit just .202 with six home runs and 25 RBI. Rizzo is a streaky player and should […]

Jon Lester Pitches Well Friday Versus The Reds

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester continued his strong season on Friday versus the Reds. Lester allowed two hits, one run, one walk and struck out eight over six innings. Lester has had a nice bounce-back season this year and now owns a 2.52 ERA. His next start will come Wednesday versus the Cleveland Indians.

Nick Delmonico Out Four To Six Weeks

After being hit in the hand Friday, Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico (hand) was diagnosed with a fracture of the third metacarpal on his right hand. His estimated timetable to return is four to six weeks. Delmonico was hitting .226 on the season. Outfielder Trayce Thompson is likely to see an uptick in playing […]

Brandon Belt Has Sore Knee

Updating a previous report, San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is out of Friday’s lineup with a sore knee. Belt hurt his knee earlier in the week sliding into a base. Belt has homered in four straight games and is considered day-to-day. Belt has been hot in the early going this year, so put […]

Brandon Belt Sitting Friday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt will sit Friday. Belt has been on fire and has a home run in four straight games. The Giants face lefty Kyle Freeland, which is why Belt may be on the bench Friday. Buster Posey will be at first base and Nick Hundley will be behind the plate […]

Mac Williamson Cleared To Begin Rehab

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) has been added to the club’s Triple-A roster to begin his rehab assignment. Williamson had been sidelined since April 28 with concussion symptoms. Williamson was crushing the ball in both Triple-A and in his five games in the big leagues. He is worth owning as long as he […]

Jason Heyward Activated From Disabled List

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (concussion) has been activated from the disabled list on Friday. Heyward had been sidelined since May 8 with concussion symptoms. Heyward makes his money in the field and not at the plate and should be avoided in all formats. Relief pitcher Randy Rosario was sent to Triple-A in a corresponding […]

Yolmer Sanchez Resting Friday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yolmer Sanchez will rest Friday versus the Texas Rangers. Sanchez is having a nice season, hitting .286 with two home runs and 20 RBI. Sanchez is currently in a slump, as he is four for his last 21. Designated hitter Matt Davidson will play third base Friday.

Miguel Gonzalez To Be Shut Down 10-14 Days

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez (shoulder) received a platelet-rich plasma injection earlier this week and is expected to be shut down for 10 to 14 days. Gonzalez has been on the disabled with right shoulder inflammation and was struggling with a 12.41 ERA in three starts. He should be avoided in all formats […]

Avisail Garcia Takes Part In Baseball Activities

Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) took part in outfield activities Thursday and general manager Rick Hahn said Garcia will continue to ramp up activities, as he’s recovering from a Grade 2 hamstring. Garcia remains without a timetable for his return.

Hunter Pence Working On New Batting Technique

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) will need at least 40 at-bats in the minor leagues as he is recovering from a thumb injury and working on a new batting stance. Pence was hitting just .172 in 58 at-bats and has struck out 22 times this season. Pence has been hitting well for Triple-A […]

Yolmer Sanchez Could See Time In The Outfield

Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria said on Thursday that third baseman Yolmer Sanchez could see time in the outfield. Sanchez has only played two career innings in the outfield, but fantasy owners wouldn’t mind him acquiring eligibility at outfield, as he already has second base and third base eligibility. Sanchez is hitting .286 with […]

James Shields Pitches Well Thursday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher James Shields went 7 1/3 innings on Thursday. Shields allowed just three hits on one run while walking three and striking out eight batters versus the Rangers. It was one of Shields’ best performances of the year, but he still owns a 4.88 ERA and should be avoided in most […]

Yoan Moncada Records Three Hits In Thursday’s Victory

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada went 3-for-4 Thursday in his third game back since returning from a hamstring injury. Moncada had a pair of singles and a double. He also scored a run. Moncada has been putting it all together this year and should be owned and started in all formats.

Nate Jones Picks Up Second Save Thursday

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Nate Jones was called on for the save Thursday evening. Jones hit the first batter he faced and allowed a hit but was able to escape by striking out Delino DeShields to end the contest. Jones allowed four runs in his last save chance and manager Rick Renteria turned to […]

Cubs and Braves Postponed Thursday

The Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves game Thursday night has been postponed due to rain. The Braves tried to wait out the rain for over two hours, but it wouldn’t stop to allow both clubs to play. The game will be made up in Atlanta on Aug. 30.

Mac Williamson Takes Batting Practice Thursday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) took part in batting practice Thursday. Williamson was hit on the wrist by reliever Mark Melancon (forearm), who was throwing batting practice and is recovering from a forearm injury. Manager Bruce Bochy said that Williamson is on track to begin a minor league rehab assignment soon. Williamson will […]

Mark Melancon Throws Batting Practice On Thursday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Mark Melancon (forearm) threw 20 pitches of batting practice on Thursday. Melancon hit outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion), who is recovering from a concussion, on the wrist. Williamson appeared to be OK. Manager Bruce Bochy said that Melancon will begin a two-week rehab assignment in the minors on Sunday or Monday. […]

Joe Panik Takes Part In Baseball Activities Thursday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) took swings and fielded ground balls for the first time since landing on the disabled list on April 28. Panik is still a few weeks away from returning to the big leagues and this is a step in the right direction. Panik is hitting .267 with three […]

Cubs Could Be A Landing Spot For Manny Machado

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports suggests that the Chicago Cubs could be a landing spot for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado. Heyman notes that the Phillies, Cardinals, White Sox, Yankees, Red Sox, Dodgers and Diamondbacks, along with the Cubs, all contacted the Orioles this offseason about acquiring Machado. The Cubs have a weak farm system […]

Kyle Schwarber Out Of Thursday’s Lineup Versus Braves

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will sit Thursday versus the Braves. The Braves will have left-hander Max Fried on the hill Thursday and manager Joe Maddon still does not have confidence playing Schwarber versus lefties. Ian Happ will take over for Schwarber and bat in the No. 8 spot.

Yoan Moncada Batting Sixth Thursday Versus Rangers

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada will bat sixth Thursday. The White Sox face left-hander Cole Hamels, and manager Rick Renteria has been putting Moncada in the six hole versus lefties as opposed to the No. 1 spot versus righties. Moncada is 1-for-8 since returning from a hamstring injury on Tuesday. He remains a […]

Hunter Pence Hitting Well On Rehab Assignment

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) is 7-for-15 on his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento. Pence has been sidelined with a thumb sprain since late April. Manager Bruce Bochy would no comment on when Pence is expected back in the big leagues. Pence should be on the waiver wire in most formats when he […]

Joe Panik Still A Few Weeks Away From Rehab Assignment

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) is at least two weeks away from beginning a rehab assignment. Panik has been able to use his glove but isn't able to play catch yet. He will begin to take dry swings later this week. Kelby Tomlinson continues to play second base with Panik sidelined.

Ben Zobrist Won’t Start Wednesday Versus Braves

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ben Zobrist will rest Wednesday versus the Braves. Replacing Zobrist in right field and in the No. 8 spot will be Ian Happ. Happ has been a boom-or-bust player this year and will face Brandon McCarthy.

Brandon Crawford Will Rest Wednesday Versus Reds

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford will rest Wednesday versus the Reds. Crawford has been on fire with 24 hits over his last 51 at-bats. Kelby Tomlinson will replace Crawford at shortstop and bat in the No. 8 spot. Tomlinson can be avoided in DFS Wednesday.

Matt Davidson Returns To Lineup, Tim Anderson Will Sit Wednesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson will rest Wednesday versus the Pirates. Anderson has cooled off significantly and is hitting just .184 over his last 38 at-bats. Third baseman Yolmer Sanchez will slide over to shortstop and designated hitter Matt Davidson will be at third base on Wednesday. Make sure to remove Anderson from your […]

Addison Russell Comes Up Big Tuesday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell came through with a game-tying RBI double in the top of the ninth Tuesday versus the Braves. Russell finished 1-for-4 and scored the game-winning run. Russell has been hitting the ball better of late and is now hitting .250 on the season.