Top Hitter Streamers - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups and Starts for Week 21

Welcome to another week of sifting through top hitter streamers, RotoBallers! We are looking ahead at the top hitter streamers and starts for fantasy baseball Week 21 -- Monday, August 14 through Sunday, August 20. For those new to this series, each week, our fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups column will identify hitters with good […]

Justin Turner Returns To Boston's Lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) is back in the lineup on Saturday against the visiting Detroit Tigers and right-hander Matt Manning, serving as the designated hitter and batting third. Turner is returning to the lineup for the first time since Monday while battling a bone bruise in his left heel since July […]

Eric Cross' Dynasty Notes - Ke'Bryan Hayes, Triston Casas, James Outman, & More!

In the dynasty world, news and notes articles take on a whole new meaning. Not only are we discussing short-term value with these players, but we need to look long-term as well. A good dynasty manager is like Crazy Eyes from the movie Mr. Deeds. You have to have one eye on the present and […]

Christian Encarnacion-Strand Avoids Serious Injury After Hit By Pitch

Cincinnati Reds rookie third baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (hand) left the game early on Friday night against the Pittsburgh Pirates after being hit on the hand by a pitch. Fortunately, he avoided a serious injury after X-rays came back negative. Encarnacion-Strand finished his game 0-for-2 with a strikeout and the hit by pitch before being replaced […]

Dodgers Hope To Have J.D. Martinez Back Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that designated hitter J.D. Martinez (hamstring) is feeling better after getting an epidural injection on Wednesday. Martinez will go through pregame work on Saturday, and the Dodgers are now hoping to have him available on Sunday for the series finale against the Colorado Rockies. Sunday will mark a […]

Justin Turner Remains Out Of Boston's Lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) remains out of the starting lineup on Friday against the visiting Detroit Tigers. It's an issue that has been bothering Turner since July 31, and he now hasn't played since Monday of this week. Turner wants to continue playing through an injury that he said typically has […]

Bryce Harper Not Playing Against Twins

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman/designated hitter Bryce Harper (back) is out of the starting lineup on Friday with the team facing the visiting Minnesota Twins. Alec Bohm will play first base and bat second, while Edmundo Sosa starts at the hot corner and hits eighth against Twins left-hander Dallas Keuchel. Back spasms knocked Harper out of […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Hitters - Updates for Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr., Bryce Harper, Cedric Mullins, Kris Bryant, more

Heading into weekend MLB action, plenty of key fantasy hitters are dealing with minor or major ailments. Needless to say, fantasy managers must be ready to pivot if a core piece of their lineup is out of action. Let's take a look at injured hitters including Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr., Bryce Harper, Cedric Mullins, […]

Justin Turner Out Again Thursday

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) remains out of the starting lineup for Thursday's series finale against the Kansas City Royals. Trevor Story is serving as the designated hitter again and is batting fifth, while Pablo Reyes starts at the 6 and hits leadoff against Royals left-handed opener Austin Cox. It's Turner's third […]

Justin Turner To Fight Through Heel Injury

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) is dealing with a left-heel bone bruise that typically requires four to six weeks of rest. However, Turner said on Wednesday that he plans to play through the injury, although the Red Sox are giving him a couple days off this week. When the 38-year-old veteran does […]

Statcast Hitter Studs and Duds: The Unluckiest Hitters in Baseball

The trade deadline is in the review mirror and while the dog days have arrived, as has the stretch run. Playoff races around the league are about to get really hot. The added third Wild Card spot continues to inject intrigue and added entertainment to said playoff races! Be sure to also check out all […]

Kris Bryant Still Has Splint On His Finger

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (finger) wore a glove on his hand on Monday, but he continues to wear a splint on his fractured left index finger and has no idea when it will be removed. "They don't want me to move it at all," Bryant said. The veteran was hit by a pitch on […]

J.D. Martinez Could Return Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (hamstring) received an epidural injection on Wednesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Martinez's MRI exam didn't show anything different than the team was expecting, and Roberts said he hopes Martinez can return to the lineup by Saturday against the Colorado Rockies. The 35-year-old veteran doesn't appear to need […]

J.D. Martinez Absent On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder J.D. Martinez (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This doesn't come as a surprise after Martinez was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to ongoing leg and hamstring issues. He has already missed time recently due to the same issue. James Outman will serve […]

Justin Turner Absent From BoSox's Lineup

As expected, Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) will miss another game on Wednesday against the visiting Kansas City Royals, and he'll likely be out on Thursday for the series finale in KC, too. Trevor Story is serving as the DH on Wednesday and is hitting third again, while Pablo Reyes will play […]

Kyle Schwarber, Bryson Stott Resting Against Lefty

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/designated hitter Kyle Schwarber and infielder Bryson Stott are both sitting out on Wednesday against left-hander MacKenzie Gore and the Washington Nationals. Trea Turner is the designated hitter and is batting leadoff, while Edmundo Sosa will start at shortstop and bat eighth for the Phils. Schwarber clubbed two home runs in the first […]

Kyle Schwarber Homers Twice In First Game Of Doubleheader

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder/designated hitter Kyle Schwarber had a big game in an 8-4 win over the visiting Washington Nationals in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with two home runs, five RBI, two runs scored and a strikeout. In Game 2, a 5-4 loss for the Phillies, Schwarber went 0-for-3 with two […]

Justin Turner To Miss More Time

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner (heel) sat out on Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals after missing four straight games last week due to a heel bruise he suffered on July 31. Turner went just 2-for-10 in the last three games and still isn't 100 percent. Manager Alex Cora said Turner will likely […]

J.D. Martinez Going For MRI Exam

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (hamstring) is heading back to Los Angeles for an MRI exam, according to manager Dave Roberts. However, it sounds as though Martinez won't need a trip to the injured list. Roberts said the hope is that an injection knocks it out from being an issue for the rest […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury Reports for Hitters - Updates for Ronald Acuna Jr., J.D. Martinez, Bo Bichette, Mike Trout, Taylor Ward, more

Each week of the MLB season always sees plenty of players in the injury headlines, but this week seems to be extra loaded. That said, the majority of fantasy managers will likely be affected by a key member of their fantasy roster dealing with bumps and bruises. Let's take a look at injured hitters including […]

Omar Martinez Fuels Big Week With Three-Homer Game

New York Yankees catching prospect Omar Martinez signed with the club out of Venezuela back in 2018. While the intention has always been to solidify his skills as a catcher, New York actually let him pitch 1.2 innings out of the bullpen back in 2021. He struck out three batters, indicative of a strong arm […]

Shea Langeliers Absent From Tuesday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers is out of the lineup for the matchup with Max Scherzer and the Texas Rangers Tuesday. The 25-year-old has struggled to a .201 average with 11 homers over 96 games. Tyler Soderstrom will do the catching instead and bat fifth. The rookie slugger has gotten off to a poor start […]

Ji Man Choi On The Bench Tuesday

San Diego Padres first baseman/designated hitter Ji Man Choi is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest with Logan Gilbert and the Seattle Mariners. Choi only has 27 games under his belt this season due to injury, and he's struggled, batting .185 with a .687 OPS. Garrett Cooper will take over instead at DH […]

J.D. Martinez Scratched On Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (hamstring) is being scratched from the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks due to the same issue that caused him to miss time recently. Enrique Hernandez will take over the DH duties for Martinez. This is a concerning development for the 35-year-old slugger, and it could […]

Justin Turner Resting Tuesday

Boston Red Sox infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner will take the day off on Tuesday against the visiting Kansas City Royals. Outfielder Masataka Yoshida will serve as the team's designated hitter and will bat second against Royals right-hander Brady Singer. Turner has missed some time recently with a left-heel contusion, but he was able to serve […]

Miguel Cabrera Moved Up To Cleanup Spot Tuesday

Detroit Tigers designated hitter Miguel Cabrera is being moved up to the cleanup spot for Tuesday's contest against the Minnesota Twins and right-hander Sonny Gray. It's the future Hall of Famer's first assignment in the cleanup spot in the 2023 season as he has largely hit seventh for A.J. Hinch this season. Cabrera's final tour […]

Joey Votto Sitting Tuesday Versus Lefty

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto is on the bench to start Tuesday's contest against Miami Marlins left-hander Braxton Garrett. The veteran slugger hasn't hit for much average against both lefties and righties this season but has brought a wealth of power to the table after beginning the season on the injured list. Votto slugged […]

Phillies-Nationals Postponed On Monday

The scheduled contest between the Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals on Monday night has been postponed due to inclement weather in the Philadelphia area. The game will be made up as a doubleheader on Tuesday. The Nationals were scheduled to start right-hander Trevor Williams opposite of Phillies southpaw Ranger Suarez while it's unclear if both […]

Max Muncy Returns To Lineup Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy (wrist) is back in the starting lineup on Monday against the San Diego Padres and right-hander Seth Lugo, serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup. Muncy took a pitch off his left wrist last Thursday against the Oakland Athletics and didn't start in any of the first three […]

C.J. Cron Getting The Day Off On Sunday Against Seattle

Los Angeles Angels first baseman/designated hitter C.J. Cron is getting the day off for Sunday's series finale against the Seattle Mariners. Cron hasn't received a day off as a member of the Angels since coming over at the trade deadline so this is a needed day of rest. The veteran slugger is slashing just .222/.333/.222 […]