Anthony Rizzo Hopeful He Can Return Wednesday

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo (neck) is trying to return to action on Wednesday for the series finale against the Seattle Mariners, according to MLB.com. The veteran slugger has missed the past two contests after he was in a collision with Fernando Tatis Jr. on Sunday. That probably means that Rizzo will avoid […]

Yoan Moncada Dealing With Discomfort

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada experienced some discomfort during his last at-bat of Tuesday's 7-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels, according to James Fegan of The Athletic. The 28-year-old missed over a month of action with a back issue earlier this year but returned to action on May 12. It isn't clear […]

Michael Conforto Day-To-Day With A Heel Issue

San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto (heel) was removed from Tuesday's 2-1 loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates prematurely after experiencing a heel injury. After the game, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle confirmed that the 30-year-old is dealing with a bruised heel and is day-to-day. Conforto's enjoying a successful first campaign in California, slashing […]

Luke Raley Enjoying A Career Year

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman/outfielder Luke Raley went 0-for-3 with a walk in Tuesday's 2-1 loss against the Chicago Cubs. But that isn't a reflection of the year he's had at the plate, as the 28-year-old is breaking out with a .244/.343/.545 slash line with 10 long balls, 23 runs, 21 RBI, and seven steals […]

Cubs Recall Hayden Wesneski On Tuesday

The Chicago Cubs recalled right-hander Hayden Wesneski on Tuesday, according to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. The 25-year-old began the 2023 campaign in the Cubs rotation, making eight starts and posting a 5.03 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, and 16.7% strikeout rate across 39.1 innings of work. However, manager David Ross will use Wesneski out of the bullpen […]

David Bednar Gets His First Save Since April 29

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander David Bednar finally picked up his 10th save of the season on Tuesday when his club beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1. He managed two punchouts over his one inning of work without allowing a baserunner. The save was his first since April 29, but Bednar's not to blame. The 28-year-old's been […]

Adbert Alzolay Gets Tuesday's Save

Chicago Cubs right-hander Adbert Alzolay earned his second save of the season when his team defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 on Tuesday. He threw the last two innings of the game, striking out four and allowing no baserunners. Alzolay has done well out of the bullpen this year, pitching to a 2.42 ERA and […]

Felix Bautista Picks Up Save No. 14 Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles reliever Felix Bautista recorded his 14th save of the season on Tuesday, throwing a perfect ninth inning to secure the 8-5 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. The right-hander managed to strike out a batter, and he now owns a 1.33 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, and 48.2% strikeout rate across 27 innings after the outing. […]

Tigers Trade For Jake Marisnick Tuesday

The Detroit Tigers swung a deal with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, acquiring outfielder Jake Marisnick in exchange for cash considerations, according to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. The 32-year-old will join the big league club, and there will be a corresponding move on Wednesday. The team's in need of some outfield […]

David Villar Sent To Triple-A On Tuesday

The San Francisco Giants have demoted infielder David Villar to Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. The 26-year-old has suffered a horrible season at the dish, slashing .135/.222/.292 with four homers, 10 runs, 11 RBI, and one steal across 32 games after posting a .787 OPS over 52 […]

Harrison Bader Heading To The Injured List

New York Yankees outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) will take another trip to the injured list on Tuesday, Greg Joyce of the New York Post reports. The 28-year-old suffered a right hamstring strain in Monday's game and underwent an MRI earlier on Tuesday. It's unclear how long he'll be out, but that's tough news for fantasy […]

Alex Call Getting A Rest Tuesday

Washington Nationals outfielder Alex Call is out of the lineup for Tuesday's contest against Tony Gonsolin and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Call has been cold all season with the bat, hitting .209 with three home runs and three steals across 52 games. Instead, Ildemaro Vargas will see time in left and bat ninth. Through 16 […]

Miguel Vargas Absent On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Miguel Vargas is missing from Tuesday's lineup for the game against Jake Irvin and the Washington Nationals. The rookie infielder is slashing .225/.328/.414 with five home runs, 26 runs, 25 RBI, and two steals over 51 games. Mookie Betts will move over to the keystone, and Jason Heyward will take […]

Josh Rojas Out Of Tuesday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Josh Rojas is not in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with Kyle Freeland and the Colorado Rockies. The 28-year-old is batting .243 with no home runs and six steals this season and has sat most games against left-handers, so he'll take a seat with southpaw Freeland on the mound. Emmanuel Rivera […]

Braves Promote A.J. Smith-Shawver On Tuesday

The Atlanta Braves selected the contract of right-hander A.J. Smith-Shawver on Tuesday, according to the team's Twitter. In a corresponding move, they have designated lefty Lucas Luetge for assignment. The Braves drafted Smith-Shawver in the seventh round of the 2021 draft, but he has progressed quickly through the minors and is only 20 years old. […]

Riley Greene Leaves Tuesday's Contest With A Leg Issue

Detroit Tigers outfielder Riley Greene (leg) left Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers in the third inning after feeling discomfort in his lower left leg, according to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press. Before his exit, the youngster was 0-for-1 with a strikeout, but he's enjoyed a strong campaign thus far with the bat, […]

Nick Pratto Taking Over The Leadoff Spot

Kansas City Royals first baseman/outfielder Nick Pratto has adjusted well in his sophomore season, slashing .301/.395/.437 with two home runs, 14 runs, 13 RBI, and one steal across 30 games. His play has induced a lineup change, as he's led off five of the club's last seven games. Most of Pratto's value comes in OBP […]

Sandy Alcantara Trying To Build On Last Start

Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara is taking the hill on Tuesday to start the game against Ryan Weathers and the San Diego Padres. He was solid in his last start, going six strong innings, giving up two runs on four hits and three walks while striking out three in Colorado. Overall, Alcantara's struggled through 10 […]

Jose Trevino Expected Back Tuesday

New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino (hamstring) could return to the club before Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners, according to MLB.com. The 30-year-old has been on the shelf since May 18 after suffering a hamstring strain on May 17. Before going down, Trevino was slashing .219/.265/.333 with three homers, 11 runs, and 11 RBI […]

Tyler O'Neill Shut Down Again

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (back) has been shut down from baseball activities for a third time after experiencing more discomfort in his lower back, according to MLB.com. The slugger has been out since May 4 but hasn't made much progress in his recovery, and manager Oliver Marmol said the team is "at a […]

Dylan Carlson Nearing A Rehab Assignment

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson (ankle) began a running program and started hitting for the first time since hitting the injured list on Monday, according to MLB.com. The 24-year-old is nearing a rehab assignment and will likely need two or three games with Triple-A Memphis or Double-A Springfield. Carlson hasn't been in action since […]

Tommy Kahnle Throwing With Double-A Somerset On Tuesday

New York Yankees right-hander Tommy Kahnle (biceps) will make another rehab appearance on Tuesday for Double-A Somerset, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The 33-year-old has yet to pitch for the big league club in 2023 after suffering biceps tendinitis before the season began. Kahnle is on the verge of coming off the injured list, […]

Bobby Miller To Get The Ball Again On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers rookie hurler Bobby Miller tossed another gem on Monday against the Washington Nationals, going six innings, allowing one run on four hits and a walk, and striking out four, earning his second win of the season in as many starts. He now owns a 1.64 ERA, 0.91 WHIP, and 21.4% strikeout rate. […]

Harrison Bader Going For An MRI Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) exited Monday's 10-4 win over the Seattle Mariners with a right hamstring injury. According to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, the former Gold Glove winner is scheduled for an MRI on Tuesday, and manager Aaron Boone said it doesn't seem serious, but the team doesn't want to rule out […]

Carlos Estevez Registers His 13th Save On Monday

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Carlos Estevez recorded his 13th save of the season after closing out Monday's 6-4 win over the Chicago White Sox. He allowed one run on a solo shot while walking one but still came away successful. Estevez has posted a 1.50 ERA, 32.3% strikeout rate, and 1.13 WHIP over 24 innings […]

Zach McKinstry Looking To Stay Hot Monday

Detroit Tigers utility man Zach McKinstry is leading off Monday's game against Nathan Eovaldi and the Texas Rangers. It's a tough matchup, but the 28-year-old has been superb with the bat over 44 games, slashing .295/.409/.451 with four home runs, 23 runs, 10 RBI, and 10 steals, and hit .391 over the last week. McKinstry's […]

Jack Suwinski Absent From Sunday's Lineup

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jack Suwinski is not in the lineup for Sunday's matchup with Marco Gonzales and the Seattle Mariners. The 24-year-old is in the midst of a breakout campaign, slashing .234/.348/.482 with nine home runs, 16 runs, 26 runs, and five steals over 43 games. Chris Owings is taking his spot in the lineup, […]

Jon Berti Getting A Day Off Sunday

Miami Marlins utility man Jon Berti is not in Sunday's lineup for the game against the Los Angeles Angels. The speedster is batting .268 this year with a pair of long balls and seven stolen bases through 48 contests. Yuli Gurriel is taking his spot in the lineup, playing first and batting sixth. The 38-year-old […]

Zach Neto Off On Sunday

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto is missing from the lineup for Sunday's game against Eury Perez and the Miami Marlins. The rookie has been decent over 39 games, slashing .252/.327/.389 with three homers and three steals. Livan Soto is playing short instead and batting ninth. The 22-year-old has played in just one game this […]

Hunter Renfroe Getting A Rest Sunday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Hunter Renfroe is getting a breather on Sunday in the matchup with Eury Perez and the Miami Marlins. The veteran has been solid with the bat, slashing .250/.303/.450 with 10 bombs, 30 runs, and 29 RBI across 51 contests. Taylor Ward will get a chance to play, batting eighth. The 29-year-old […]