Kyle Bradish Looking To Stay Hot In Tuesday's Contest

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish will toe the rubber Tuesday to take on Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees. The right-hander has pitched to a 3.90 ERA and 1.30 WHIP with 29 punchouts across 32.1 innings and seven starts. Bradish has been a dominant arm over his last two games, tossing 12.2 innings […]

Nathan Eovaldi Getting The Ball Tuesday

Texas Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi is scheduled to start Tuesday to face Rich Hill and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 33-year-old is on a stellar run, tossing six consecutive quality starts, and owns a 2.83 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 26.2% strikeout rate, and 4.3% walk rate with five victories over nine games. Fantasy managers have to start […]

Jacob deGrom Throws A Bullpen Session Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) completed a 32-pitch bullpen session on Monday that, according to manager Bruce Bochy, went "really well." The right-hander will throw another bullpen session on Friday, and hopefully, there will be some clarity on an expected return date after that. deGrom told reporters he's "turned a corner," so he […]

Brendan Rodgers Could Return This Season

Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (shoulder) has been on the injured list since the 2023 season began after dislocating his left shoulder during a March 6 Spring Training game. Original reports announced that the 26-year-old would miss the entire campaign, but he's ahead of schedule and manager Bud Black said he has a chance […]

C.J. Cron Experiencing A Slow Recovery

Colorado Rockies first baseman C.J. Cron (back) has yet to begin baseball activities, as the back spasms he endured on May 14 and forced him onto the 10-day injured list are taking longer to heal than first expected. The 33-year-old wanted to be back in action by May 25, but clearly, that won't happen. That's […]

Dinelson Lamet Could Come Back As A Starter

Colorado Rockies right-handed hurler Dinelson Lamet (back) is expected to be an option to join the rotation once he returns from the injured list, according to MLB.com. The 30-year-old has been sidelined since May 4 after experiencing lower back stiffness. Over 10.2 innings this season, Lamet owns a 12.66 ERA and 2.44 WHIP with a […]

Matt Strahm Starting Tuesday's Contest

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Matt Strahm is taking the hill to start Tuesday's matchup with Ryne Nelson and the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. The versatile pitcher began 2023 in the rotation but moved to the bullpen following his May 2 start. Strahm's pitched to excellent numbers, posting a 2.73 ERA, 0.97 […]

LaMonte Wade Jr. Exits Monday's Game

San Francisco Giants first baseman LaMonte Wade Jr. (thumb) was removed from Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning after jamming his thumb. Before his exit, he was 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored, helping his team to a 4-1 victory. According to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, […]

Pete Fairbanks Completes His Fifth Save Monday

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Pete Fairbanks earned his fifth save of the season on Monday, getting the last two outs of the game to complete the 6-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. He allowed one hit and walked one but avoided any damage. Fairbanks now owns a 1.86 ERA and 1.24 WHIP but with […]

Mike Clevinger Hits The Injured List Sunday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Mike Clevinger (wrist) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, according to the team's Twitter page, with right wrist inflammation. The move is retroactive to May 18, and a corresponding transaction will be made prior to their game on Monday. Clevinger has been disappointing through nine starts, pitching […]

Brandon Drury Getting A Breather Sunday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Brandon Drury is absent from Sunday's lineup to take on Pablo Lopez and the Minnesota Twins, according to MLB.com. The 30-year-old has decent numbers, slashing .231/.268/.449 with seven homers, 18 runs, and 23 RBI. Luis Rengifo is taking his place on the field and will bat seventh. The Venezuelan is batting […]

Taylor Ward Not In Sunday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward is on the bench to start Sunday's game against Pablo Lopez and the Minnesota Twins, according to MLB.com. The 29-year-old is failing to build on his 2022 breakout campaign, slashing .227/.303/.320 with four bombs, 27 runs, 17 RBI, and one steal over 46 games. Mickey Moniak is taking his […]

Christian Vazquez Absent Sunday

Minnesota Twins backstop Christian Vazquez is out of the lineup for Sunday's contest against Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Angels. The 32-year-old has been productive in the past but owns just a .235/.307/.265 slash line with no homers over 31 games this season. Ryan Jeffers is behind the plate in his place and batting […]

Byron Buxton Out Sunday

Minnesota Twins outfielder/designated hitter Byron Buxton (calf) is missing from Sunday's lineup for the matchup with Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Angels. The star player left Saturday's game early with right leg tightness. It's unclear how serious the ailment is, so stay tuned for more updates. If Buxton's out for an extended time, fantasy […]

Blake Sabol Sitting Again Sunday

San Francisco Giants catcher/outfielder Blake Sabol is not in the lineup for a second consecutive game on Sunday against Jesus Luzardo and the Miami Marlins. The rookie has impressed, hitting .277 with a .801 OPS through 31 games. But with a lefty on the mound again, Sabol's .176 average off of southpaws means he'll take […]

Michael Conforto Not In Sunday's Lineup

San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto is absent from the lineup for Sunday's game against Jesus Luzardo and the Miami Marlins. The former first-rounder is slumping this season, hitting just .210, but has gone deep eight times with 24 runs and 19 RBI over 41 games. Bryce Johnson is in the outfield in his place […]

LaMonte Wade Jr. On The Bench Sunday

San Francisco Giants first baseman LaMonte Wade Jr. is taking a seat on the bench Sunday for the matchup with the Miami Marlins. The lefty swinger has been solid with the bat, slashing .260/.428/.480 with seven bombs, 21 runs, 15 RBI, and one steal across 43 games. Wade Jr. isn't in a platoon, but it's […]

Luis Arraez Getting Sunday Off

Miami Marlins second baseman Luis Arraez is starting Sunday's contest against Alex Wood and the San Francisco Giants on the bench, according to MLB.com. The 26-year-old is putting up unbelievable numbers, slashing .387/.442/.484 with one home run, 16 runs, 15 RBI, and one stolen base over 42 games. Xavier Edwards will play second base instead […]

Richard Lovelady Blows Saturday's Contest

Oakland Athletics reliever Richard Lovelady was the losing pitcher in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Houston Astros after allowing one run on a Yordan Alvarez solo shot in the eighth inning. He also struck out one without walking anyone over one inning, and the 27-year-old still has impressive numbers, as he's running a 2.13 ERA […]

Kenley Jansen Now With Double Digit Saves After Saturday's Game

Boston Red Sox right-hander Kenley Jansen notched his 10th save of the 2023 campaign on Saturday when his club defeated the San Diego Padres 4-2. He walked two and struck out none but worked around it without allowing a hit over his one inning of work. Jansen's now sixth in baseball with his 10 saves […]

Tyler Rogers Records His Second Save Friday

San Francisco Giants reliever Tyler Rogers was trusted with the last four outs on Friday to preserve a one-run lead. The left-hander closed the door, throwing a perfect 1.1 innings while striking out a pair to earn his second save of the season. The outing brought Rogers' numbers to an impressive 2.31 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, […]

Josh Lowe Continues To Lead Off

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe is breaking out at the dish this season, slashing .305/.364/.625 with 10 bombs, 26 runs, 30 RBI, and eight steals over 37 games. Manager Kevin Cash has rewarded his play, moving him up to the leadoff spot the past three games, including Friday's 1-0 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. […]

Jorge Polanco To Be Re-Evaluated Friday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Jorge Polanco (hamstring) will be re-evaluated on Friday, according to MLB.com. The one-time All-Star exited Wednesday's game with a mild left hamstring strain, and it seems like he'll avoid the injured list. However, fantasy managers should check back when there's an update on the ailment. Polanco was slashing .284/.327/.484 with four […]

Aaron Civale Goes Three Innings In His First Rehab Start

Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Aaron Civale (oblique) began his rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Columbus and pitched three innings. The righty gave up a pair of hits with no walks and four strikeouts in a successful appearance. It's unclear how many games Civale needs before returning to the Majors, but there's a chance he […]

Mitch Garver To Begin A Rehab Assignment Next Week

Texas Rangers catcher/designated hitter Mitch Garver (knee) is almost ready for a rehab assignment, which is expected to begin on May 23, according to MLB.com. The slugger hurt his knee while on the basepaths during an April 8 contest against the Chicago Cubs before landing on the injured list. Garver was crushing the ball before […]

Carlos Carrasco Set To Return Friday

New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow) is expected to come off the injured list and start Friday's game against Cal Quantrill and the Cleveland Guardians, according to MLB.com. The right-hander hasn't pitched in big league action since April 15 after experiencing right elbow inflammation. Over Carrasco's first three starts, his numbers weren't pretty, […]

Omar Narvaez Almost Ready For A Rehab Assignment

New York Mets catcher Omar Narvaez (calf) is nearing a rehab assignment, which should come late next week, according to MLB.com. The 31-year-old went on the injured list after suffering a calf strain on April 5. He isn't eligible to return until June 5, but that might not be out of reach as things are […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Targeting An Early June Return

Miami Marlins outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (toe) is dealing with turf toe and was placed on the injured list on Tuesday. Initial reports said he'll miss about four to six weeks. However, the 25-year-old is optimistic and planning to return for the June 9-11 series against the Chicago White Sox. Hopefully, that's the case, as […]

Jean Segura Batting Leadoff Thursday

Miami Marlins third baseman Jean Segura is at the top of the lineup for Thursday's game against Trevor Williams and the Washington Nationals, according to MLB.com. It's the first time this season that the 33-year-old is leading off, but with Jazz Chisholm Jr. (toe) out long-term, he might get more chances in the one spot. […]

Logan Allen Looking For His Second Win On Thursday

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Logan Allen is scheduled to start Thursday's matchup with Dylan Cease and the Chicago White Sox. The 24-year-old rookie owns a 3.43 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, and 25.3% strikeout rate through four games but hasn't won a game since his debut on April 23. The White Sox aren't as strong offensively as some […]