Dinelson Lamet Likely Starting Wednesday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Dinelson Lamet (back) will probably start Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post. The right-hander hasn't pitched since May 3 after suffering back issues and landing on the injured list. Over 10.2 frames before the injury, Lamet pitched to a 12.66 ERA, 2.44 WHIP, and […]

Jordan Romano Registers His 11th Save On Friday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jordan Romano closed out Friday's 3-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. The 30-year-old threw one inning, giving up one hit without a walk or a strikeout, earning his 11th save of the season. Romano has remained a top closer in baseball this season, sporting a 3.15 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, and 28.2% […]

Chad Kuhl Picks Up His First Career Save Friday

Washington Nationals right-hander Chad Kuhl, who recently moved to the bullpen, earned his first career save on Friday when his team beat the Kansas City Royals 12-10. He recorded the final five outs of the game, allowing one hit and no walks while striking out two. Over seven appearances and five starts, Kuhl owns an […]

Shane Bieber Ready To Face The Cardinals Friday

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Shane Bieber will make his 11th start of the season on Friday when he takes on Matthew Liberatore and the St. Louis Cardinals. The former Cy Young winner is running a 3.08 ERA and 1.21 WHIP, but his 17.8% strikeout rate is by far the worst of his career. The Cardinals own […]

Justin Steele Taking On The Reds Friday

Chicago Cubs lefty Justin Steele is getting the ball for Friday's start against Hunter Greene and the Cincinnati Reds. The 27-year-old has been on fire all season, sporting a 2.20 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, and 22.1% strikeout with a 6-1 record through 10 starts. Steele's probably a sell-high option right now, considering his lack of swing-and-miss […]

Hunter Harvey Blows Thursday's Save

Washington Nationals right-hander Hunter Harvey was given the ninth inning in Thursday's contest with the San Diego Padres, trying to protect a 6-5 lead. However, the 28-year-old failed to close out the game, allowing three runs on three hits while striking out a pair, blowing his fourth save of the season. Harvey's been in the […]

Alek Manoah Can't Fix His Command Issues Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah had another rough outing on Thursday when his team lost 6-3 to the Tampa Bay Rays. The 25-year went just three innings striking out six but walked five and gave up five runs (four earned) on three hits. The outing brought Manoah's ERA to 5.53, and he's also sporting […]

Oneil Cruz Will Be Out Of His Walking Boot Soon

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz (ankle) will be out of his walking boot in a couple of weeks, according to MLB.com, and then he'll be ready to start to regain his strength back in his ankle. The 24-year-old has been out of action since April 9 after sliding into home plate and fracturing his left […]

Paul Blackburn To Make Season Debut Next Week

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (finger) is almost ready to come off the injured list to make his season debut, which will likely come at some point next week, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. The right-hander has spent the entire season so far on the shelf after suffering a right middle fingernail avulsion […]

Jalen Beeks Opening Friday's Contest

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Jalen Beeks will start Friday's matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. He has five starts to his name this season but has yet to go more than three innings, so expect more of the same. Beek's sporting lackluster numbers with a 4.68 […]

Giancarlo Stanton Not Ready Yet For A Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (hamstring) won't begin his rehab assignment this weekend, but it's still possible it could start early next week, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. Originally, the 33-year-old was supposed to be ready by the weekend, but there might have been something in Thursday's tests that the club didn't like. […]

Omar Narvaez To Begin His Rehab Assignment Thursday

New York Mets backstop Omar Narvaez (calf) is ready to start his rehab assignment and will join High-A Brooklyn on Thursday, according to MLB.com. The one-time All-Star has been out of action since April 5 after suffering a calf strain. Before the injury, Narvaez was hitting .286 with no home runs over just five games. […]

Anthony Rendon Unlikely To Go On A Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (groin) started agility drills and swinging a bat indoors on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. He seems to be on the right track, and manager Phil Nevin told reporters that the 32-year-old will likely avoid a rehab assignment and he should be ready to come off the injured list […]

AJ Pollock Dealing With A Leg Injury

Seattle Mariners outfielder AJ Pollock had to leave Wednesday's contest against the Oakland Athletics after tweaking his leg while attempting to steal a bag, Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times reports. Fantasy managers should assume he's day-to-day right now, but if he does need time on the injured list, they won't be missing much production. […]

Ty France Likely Available Thursday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (wrist) should be available to play Thursday's matchup against JP Sears and the Oakland Athletics, according to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. The 28-year-old was removed from Tuesday's game after a pitch hit him in the wrist, but the X-rays came back negative and he was just dealing […]

Eugenio Suarez Exits Wednesday's Contest

Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez was forced to leave Wednesday's 6-1 win over the Oakland Athletics with an injury, according to Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times. The 31-year-old was hit by a foul ball, but there's been no word yet on the specifics of the injury or how serious it is. Fantasy managers […]

Jake Diekman To Return Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Jake Diekman is expected to come off the paternity list on Thursday, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The 36-year-old hasn't pitched since May 21 and hit the paternity list on May 22. Diekman's seen better days, as he owns a 7.20 ERA, 1.80 WHIP, and 18.3% strikeout […]

Manny Machado Back Doing Baseball Activities Tuesday

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (hand) increased his baseball activities on Tuesday, throwing long toss and swinging the bat, according to MLB.com. The six-time All-Star landed on the 10-day injured list with a left-hand fracture on May 19 after he was hit by a pitch on May 15. Machado has a chance to […]

Gavin Stone, Bobby Miller To Remain In The Rotation

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced after Tuesday's 8-1 win over the Atlanta Braves that right-handers Gavin Stone and Bobby Miller will stay in the rotation for the time being, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. The former has pitched in two games so far this season, posting an ugly 10.13 […]

Taylor Ward Will Be Back In Wednesday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin told reporters following Tuesday's 4-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox that outfielder Taylor Ward will return to the starting lineup on Wednesday to face left-hander James Paxton, leaving Mickey Moniak on the bench. It's been a rough season so far for the 29-year-old, who's struggled to a .231 […]

Ty France Avoids A Fractured Wrist

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (wrist) left Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Oakland Athletics early after a pitch hit him on his left wrist. However, the good news is the 28-year-old avoided a fracture, according to Corey Brock of The Athletic. France is experiencing "significant swelling," though, so fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day, […]

Paul Sewald Remains Perfect In Save Opportunities Tuesday

Seattle Mariners reliever Paul Sewald picked up his 10th save of the season on Tuesday, tossing a clean ninth inning to help his team defeat the Oakland Athletics 3-2. He allowed no baserunners while striking out a pair and has still yet to blow a save. Sewald's running a 3.32 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with […]

Josh Hader Records Save No. 12 Tuesday

San Diego Padres lefty Josh Hader earned his 12th save of the season Tuesday when his club defeated the Washington Nationals 7-4. The 29-year-old went one inning, allowing no runs on one hit while striking out a batter. Hader's been lights out for the Padres this year, sporting a 0.90 ERA, 0.80 WHIP, and 35.5% […]

Miguel Castro Earns Another Save Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Miguel Castro completed his fifth save of the season on Tuesday, pitching a perfect ninth inning in the 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. The save was his third since May 17, and he now owns a 2.42 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 22.5% strikeout rate over 22.1 innings. Andrew Chafin is also […]

Jose Altuve Forced To Leave Tuesday's Game

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve left Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers with an apparent injury, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. The injury and severity are unknown as of now, so fantasy managers should stay tuned for more info. Before his exit, Altuve was 1-for-3 with a single in just his fourth game […]

Tarik Skubal Ready To Face Hitters

Detroit Tigers lefty Tarik Skubal (elbow) has completed eight bullpen sessions since starting his rehab from an elbow injury that required flexor tendon surgery last season. Now, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reported on Monday, the 26-year-old is ready for a live bullpen, which should come later this week, and is getting closer […]

Carlos Rodon Likely Back To Mound Work This Week

New York Yankees southpaw Carlos Rodon (back, elbow) threw again on Tuesday from 120 feet, and according to MLB.com, manager Aaron Boone sees the 30-year-old throwing from the mound by the end of this week. There is still no timetable for his return, though. Rodon has yet to suit up for the Yankees after suffering […]

Luis Robert Jr. Leaves Tuesday's Contest Early

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (hip) was removed from Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians with hip tightness, according to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. Before his exit, he was 2-for-4 with a pair of singles. It isn't what fantasy managers want to hear, as Robert Jr. is putting up […]

Ryan Noda Absent From Tuesday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics first baseman Ryan Noda is missing from Tuesday's lineup for the game against the Seattle Mariners. The 27-year-old has been one of the positives of the A's season so far, slashing .224/.401/.422 with four bombs, 24 runs, 15 runs, and a pair of steals. However, manager Mark Kotsay prefers to keep him on […]

Jose Caballero On The Bench Tuesday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Jose Caballero is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with Luis Medina and the Oakland Athletics, according to MLB.com. The rookie has been a nice surprise at the plate, slashing .276/.371/.431 with a pair of homers, 11 runs, 10 RBI, and six steals across 24 games. Kolten Wong will take […]