Jose Martinez Should Be Fine to Play on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman/outfielder Jose Martinez was scratched from the starting lineup on Sunday. Martinez hit into a fielder's choice during his pinch-hit appearance on Monday. It sounds like Martinez is battling a sore ankle, but he should be able to return very soon. However, Martinez has been mentioned as a trade candidate, so […]

Reds Uncertain to Find Trade Partner for Matt Harvey

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Matt Harvey has turned himself around somewhat since joining the Reds. Harvey has a 4.44 ERA and 56/17 K/BB ratio in 73 innings over 14 starts with Cincinnati. The Reds are "not getting much traction" on trading Harvey, according to Joel Sherman. There is likely a market for Harvey, but it […]

Rays Acquire Outfielder Tommy Pham

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder Tommy Pham from the St. Louis Cardinals. In exchange the Cardinals will receive left-handed pitcher Genesis Cabrera, outfielder Justin Williams and righty pitcher Roel Ramirez. Pham had a phenomenal 2017 campaign, but is hitting just .248/.331/.399 in 2018. The Cardinals have multiple outfielders that could make a case […]

Kolten Wong is Taking Batting Practice Monday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (knee) is taking batting practice on Monday. Wong was placed on the disabled list last week due to left knee inflammation. It sounds like Wong is making progress, so there is a chance he's ready to return by the end of the week. Wong is only worth a […]

Frankie Montas Optioned, Ryan Dull Recalled

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas has been sent down to Triple-A Nashville on Monday. Montas has a 3.75 ERA in 10 starts for the A's this season. Although, Montas has struggled lately, but it would be surprising to see him stay down in Triple A for long. The A's may acquire rotation help which […]

Justin Turner Fielding Grounders on Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) is reportedly fielding grounders on Monday. Turner was placed on the disabled list a week ago due to a right groin strain. However, Turner apparently has resumed doing baseball activities which is a good sign in his recovery process. Unfortunately, it's unclear when Turner is going to […]

Marco Estrada Activated Off DL, Starting Monday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marco Estrada (glute) has been activated off the 10-day disabled list on Monday. Estrada was forced to leave his rehab start on July 24 due to a blister on his right middle finger. Originally, Estrada was supposed to return a few days ago, but will start against Oakland on Monday. […]

Ronald Guzman, Willie Calhoun Sitting on Monday

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman and outfielder Willie Calhoun are not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Rangers are without a DH in Arizona, while facing lefty Robbie Ray. Jurickson Profar will bat fifth and play first base, while Joey Gallo starts in left field. Gallo should not […]

Trevor Story Sitting Out on Monday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It appears to just be a routine day off for Story, so fantasy owners don't need to worry. Garrett Hampson will start at shortstop and Ryan McMahon covers second base against righty Carlos Martinez. Both […]

Adam Warren Traded to Mariners

New York Yankees relief pitcher Adam Warren has been traded to the Seattle Mariners. It's unclear at the moment what the Yankees are getting back in return for Warren. This season Warren has a 2.70 ERA with 37 strikeouts through 24 appearances in New York. Warren was once a starting pitcher in the Yankees organization, […]

Kyle Seager Put on Paternity List

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (personal) will not be in the starting lineup for Monday's game. He has been placed on the paternity leave list, but should return in a few days. The Mariners have recalled infielder Zach Vincej to take Seager's spot on the roster. Seattle has also optioned first baseman Daniel Vogelbach […]

Mariners Acquire Reliever Zach Duke

The Seattle Mariners have acquired veteran relief pitcher Zach Duke from the Minnesota Twins. Multiple reports have pitcher Chase DeJong and infielder Ryan Costello headed back in exchange for Duke. This season Duke has a 3.62 ERA and 39/15 K/BB ratio over 37 1/3 innings with Minnesota. However, Seattle has plenty of late inning options, […]

Roberto Osuna Acquired by Astros

The Houston Astros have acquired relief pitcher Roberto Osuna from the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. In exchange for Osuna the Jays are receiving pitchers Ken Giles, David Paulino, and Hector Perez. Osuna isn't eligible to return from his 75-game suspension for domestic violence until August 5. Hector Rondon will continue to close for Houston […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Serving as DH, Roman Quinn Starting

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Asdrubal Cabrera will bat fifth and serve as the designated hitter against lefty David Price on Monday. Cabrera has started at second base and shortstop with Philly, but the Phillies get a designated hitter while playing in Boston. Scott Kingery will start at shortstop while Cesar Hernandez plays second. Nick Williams has […]

Ervin Santana Making Home Debut on Monday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana will make his 2018 home debut in Minnesota on Monday. Santana made his 2018 debut against the Blue Jays on Wednesday, but allowed three runs on seven hits in a no decision. It's impossible to judge a pitcher off one start, but Santana did look a little rusty against […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Increasing Baseball Activites

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ankle) has been cleared to increase baseball activities. However, Rodriguez has not been cleared to throw off a mound yet, but that could happen soon. It seems that Rodriguez is recovering quickly, but will likely be out until late August or early September.

Greg Allen Recalled, Adam Plutko Optioned to Triple-A

Cleveland Indians outfielder Greg Allen has been recalled from Triple-A on Monday. In a corresponding move the Indians have optioned pitcher Adam Plutko to Triple-A Columbus. Allen has not done much with the bat this season, but he gives the Indians depth in the outfield. Allen will start in the outfield and bat ninth against […]

Christian Arroyo Suffers Concussion

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Christian Arroyo (concussion) was hit in the head by a pitch on Sunday with Triple-A Durham and reportedly suffered a concussion. It's unclear how long Arroyo will be sidelined, but the Rays are going to be cautious with him. Arroyo was acquired from the Giants in the Evan Longoria trade. Arroyo […]

Johnny Cueto Likely Headed Back to DL

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) is likely headed back to the disabled list, according to the Giants general manager Bobby Evans. Cueto reportedly still felt pain in his elbow while throwing against the Braves on Saturday. Cueto was already forced to miss a couple of months due to a sprained right elbow. […]

Sam Freeman Lands on 10-Day DL

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Sam Freeman (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Monday. The Braves decided to give Freeman some time to rest his shoulder. The newly-acquired Brad Brach will replace Freeman on the Braves active roster. Freeman should be left on the waiver wire, but Brach should immediately step […]

Carlos Martinez Activated, Luke Gregerson to DL

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (oblique) has rejoined the Cards rotation after missing nearly two weeks with a strained right oblique. Martinez will draw the start against the Rockies on Monday. Relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day DL. Lefty Chasen Shreve who was newly acquired by the Cardinals […]

Tyler Naquin Scratched, Rajai Davis Starting

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin (hip) has been scratched from the starting lineup on Friday. Rajai Davis will replace him in center field and face righty Mike Fiers. It's unclear how serious Naquin's hip issue is, but he could end up on the disabled list. Davis is not worth add in fantasy leagues or using […]

Zach Davies Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (shoulder) will make a rehab start at Class A on Friday. Davies was scheduled to make a rehab start on Thursday, but was scratched due to back tightness. He's been unable to pitch for the Brewers in almost two months, so Davies starting on Friday is a good sign. […]

Joakim Soria Activated, Jacob Barnes Optioned to Triple A

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Joakim Soria has been activated for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The newly-acquired righty will bring veteran experience to a fairly young Brewers bullpen. The acquisition of Soria also gives the Brewers another option in the ninth inning. Righty Jacob Barnes has been optioned to Triple A to make […]

Julio Urias Could Join Dodgers Bullpen

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias (shoulder) is a serious candidate to join the Dodgers bullpen down the stretch of the season, according to manager Dave Roberts. Urias has nearly recovered from shoulder surgery and is getting closer to a rehab assignment. Urias was impressive with the Dodgers in 2016 and could end up as […]

Mark Reynolds Starting on Friday

Washington Nationals corner infielder Mark Reynolds will join the Nats starting lineup for Friday's game against the Miami Marlins. Reynolds will bat seventh and play third base against righty Pablo Lopez. Anthony Rendon has been placed on the paternity leave list, so he'll miss the beginning of the weekend series versus the Marlins. Reynolds is […]

Jake Lamb Lands on 10-Day DL

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. Lamb was forced to leave Thursday's game with a left shoulder contusion. The D-Backs were calling the injury day-to-day, but it appears to be a little more serious than that. Infielder Ildemaro Vargas has been recalled to take Lamb's spot […]

Jeff McNeil Starting, Devin Mesoraco Out on Friday

New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil has joined the starting lineup for Friday's game following the Asdrubal Cabrera trade. McNeil will play second base and bat sixth versus righty Ivan Nova. Kevin Plawecki will draw the start behind the plate and bat seventh on Friday. Devin Mesoraco will get a routine day off for this […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Traded to Phillies

New York Mets infielder Asdrubal Cabrera has been traded to the Philadelphia Phillies. In exchange for Cabrera the Mets will receive Double A pitcher Franklyn Kilome. This season Kilome has a 4.24 ERA with 83 strikeouts in 19 starts with Double-A Reading. Cabrera is hitting .277/.329/.488 with 18 homers and 58 RBI this season and […]

Shohei Ohtani in Lineup Against Lefty

Los Angeles Angels pitcher/hitter Shohei Ohtani will be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Jefry Marte was expected to be in the lineup against Wade LeBlanc, but that is not the case on Friday. Ohtani will DH and bat second against LeBlanc.