Cesar Hernandez Not Playing Monday

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Cesar Hernandez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hernandez has been one of the Phillies best hitters this season, but it looks like Monday is just a routine day off. Trevor Plouffe will cover second base and bat seventh against righty Ross […]

Ozzie Albies Sitting Out on Monday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. Albies has now missed back-to-back contests after leaving during Friday's game due to a tight right hamstring. Luckily, the Braves are not putting Albies on the DL, and are calling the issue day-to-day. Charlie Culberson […]

Yoenis Cespedes to Meet With Foot Specialist Monday

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heel) is scheduled to meet with a foot specialist and have an MRI on Monday. The Mets are currently waiting on a diagnosis, but Cespedes revealed on Friday he's dealing with calcification in both of his heels. There is a chance that Cespedes has surgery, which would sidelined him […]

Justin Turner Likely to DL, Alex Verdugo Recalled

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) is likely headed to the disabled list on Monday. Manager Dave Roberts said on Sunday Turner could return to the DL. Outfielder Alex Verdugo is with the Dodgers in Philadelphia for their game against the Phillies on Monday. Turner cannot catch a break this season, and it […]

Willy Adames Starting At Shortstop Monday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Willy Adames was recalled on Sunday and will start at shortstop and bat eighth against Yankees' righty Luis Severino on Monday. The Rays did not bring him up to sit on the bench. That means Adeiny Hechavarria is going to see less playing time going forward. Hechavarria could very well be […]

Kevin Kiermaier Returning on Monday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (foot) will return to the Rays starting lineup on Monday after missing back-to-back games with a bone bruise in his right foot. Kiermaier will resume his role of batting first and playing center field against Yankees' righty Luis Severino. Kiermaier is hitting .192/.277/.273 off right-handed pitching this season. He's […]

Blake Snell Lands on 10-Day DL

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The Rays expect Snell to only miss one start due to left shoulder fatigue. He underwent an MRI on Monday, but it showed no structural damage. Righty pitcher Chih-Wei Hu has been recalled from Triple A to take Snell's […]

Amed Rosario Moving Up in Batting Order Monday

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario has moved up to first in the batting order for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. Rosario normally bats in the seventh or eighth spot, but gets the nod to bat first against lefty Eric Lauer. Rosario is hitting .216/.247/.351 off left-handed pitching this season. Batting higher in […]

C.J. Cron is Not Starting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Miami Marlins. Jake Bauers will bat third and play first base, while Ji-Man Choi serves as the DH and bats fifth against righty Dan Straily. Cron has been on fire lately, so it's unclear why he's […]

Miguel Rojas Sitting Out on Friday

Miami Marlins infielder Miguel Rojas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. He continues to split playing time with J.T. Riddle who is batting seventh and starting at shortstop against righty Nathan Eovaldi on Friday. However, Rojas is hitting .261/.310/.353 off right-handed pitching this season, so he […]

Sean Rodriguez Activated Off DL, Starting Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder/outfielder Sean Rodriguez (quadriceps) has been activated off the 10-day disabled list and has been plugged into the starting lineup on Friday. Rodriguez will bat seventh and play second base against righty Tyler Mahle. Josh Harrison (hamstring) is not starting in this game, but could be back this weekend. Rodriguez is not worth […]

Tucker Barnhart Moves Up in Batting Order

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart is behind the plate and batting second against righty Jameson Taillon and the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. Barnhart is hitting .227/.302/.332 off right-handed pitching this season, which doesn't scream two-hole hitter. Barnhart is normally in the sixth or seventh spot in the batting order, but gets a rare chance to […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Sitting Out Against Lefty

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Mookie Betts will bat first and cover center field, while Andrew Benintendi and J.D. Martinez cover the corner outfield spots. Bradley is hitting .188/.263/.261 off left-handed pitching this season. It is not surprising to […]

Tim Beckham Starting At Shortstop Friday

Baltimore Orioles infielder Tim Beckham will bat first and play shortstop against righty Sam Gaviglio and the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. It appears Beckham is going to play everyday shortstop for the Orioles now that Manny Machado has been traded. Renato Nunez has been recalled and is starting at third base and batting eighth. […]

Jose Pirela Sitting Out on Friday

San Diego Padres infielder/outfielder Jose Pirela (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Carlos Asuaje will bat second and play second base against righty Jake Arrieta. Asuaje is not worth owning in fantasy leagues, but is hitting .275/.350/.392 off right-handed pitching this season. He could be worth a […]

Jonny Venters Starting Rehab Assignment Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Jonny Venters (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Charlotte on Thursday. Venters has been sidelined since late June with a right hamstring strain. He should only need a couple of appearances before he's ready to rejoin the Rays bullpen. However, he's not worth owning in fantasy leagues right […]

Brad Miller Expected to Lose Playing Time

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Brad Miller has struggled with the bat since joining the Brewers organization this season. Miller has seen plenty of playing time at second base, but could be looking at some off days this weekend. The Dodgers have lefties Rich Hill, Clayton Kershaw, and Alex Wood lined up for this weekend against the […]

Wilson Ramos Timetable Still Unclear

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Wilson Ramos (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Wednesday. Manager Kevin Cash is unsure how long Ramos will be inactive, and continues to say that Ramos will miss some time. Jesus Sucre is expected to take over the catching duties at the moment, but the Rays are […]

Anthony Bass Activated From 10-Day DL

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Anthony Bass (illness) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Thursday. Bass missed a couple of weeks of playing time due to a skin infection. Bass has posted a 0.63 ERA and 14/1 K/BB ratio over 14 1/3 innings this season. He's worth an add in leagues that value […]

Evan Longoria Will Start Rehab Assignment Friday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (hand) will begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. He hit off a tee and was fielding grounders last week. Longoria is on pace to rejoin the Giants in the first week of August. Fantasy owners should only have to go another week or so without […]

Rob Zastryzny, David Bote Optioned to Minors

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Rob Zastryzny and infielder David Bote have been optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday. Bote gave the Cubs some extra depth on the final day before the All-Star break. He is posting an outstanding .310/.415/.452 batting line through his first 20 games this season. Sadly, the Cubs don't have regular playing […]

Anthony Bass Should Rejoin Cubs Bullpen Soon

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Anthony Bass (illness) worked a scoreless and hitless inning during his rehab appearance on Tuesday with Triple-A Iowa. Bass was placed on the disabled list July 5 with what the team called a skin infection. He should be ready to rejoin the Cubs bullpen shortly after the All-Star break. Bass has […]

Koda Glover Struggles in Rehab Apperance

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Koda Glover (shoulder) allowed three hits and a walk in one inning of work at Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday. Glover was knocked around during his outing last Saturday as well. The 25-year-old righty reliever has been sidelined all season because of a shoulder injury. Glover has the potential to be a […]

Matt Albers to Begin Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Matt Albers (shoulder) is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment at Class A on Wednesday. Albers has been on the 10-day disabled list since June 12, but hopefully will be back in the Brewers bullpen soon. Albers should not be owned in most leagues, but could be an option in leagues […]

Josh Harrison Hopeful to Avoid DL Stint

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder/outfielder Josh Harrison (hamstring) will work out with the Pirates on Thursday, and will hopefully be able to play this weekend. Harrison was pulled from Sunday's contest against the Brewers due to left hamstring discomfort. The Pirates are hopeful that they caught the injury early enough that Harrison is not to miss any […]

Jake Arrieta Will Start on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta will draw the start for the first game of the second half on Friday versus the San Diego Padres. Vince Velasquez and Nick Pivetta will draw the starts for Saturday and Sunday. Arrieta pitched very well his last two contests before the All-Star break, and should be owned in […]

Jose Alvarado Reinstated From Medical Leave

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Jose Alvarado (personal) has been reinstated from family medical emergency leave on Wednesday. Alvarado missed the last few games before the All-Star break, but is back for the beginning of the second half. He is posting a 2.58 ERA and 42/19 K/BB ratio over 38 1/3 innings this season. He […]

Wilson Ramos Officially Placed on DL

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Wilson Ramos (hamstring) has been officially placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Wednesday. Ramos is expected to be sidelined for the remainder of July. Jesus Sucre is expected to see a bulk of the playing time behind the plate, while Ramos is sidelined. The Rays will need to call […]

Tyler O'Neill Reinstated From the DL on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (hamstring) has been reinstated from the 10-day disabled list and optioned to Triple-A Memphis. O'Neill was recalled from the minors on July 2, but ended up on the disabled list July 5. O'Neill did not hit well during his brief time in the MLB, but he should be back […]

Manny Machado Doesn't Know Anything About Being Traded

Baltimore Orioles infielder Manny Machado said he doesn't know anything about a trade on Tuesday. The rumors continue to heat up, but apparently Machado is not in the loop about the trade. Machado is unsure whether or not he'll begin the second half of the season with the Orioles. The Orioles reportedly had a deal […]