Justin Upton Scratched From Saturday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton has been scratched from Saturday's starting lineup. It's unclear why the Angels have decided to give Upton the day off. Chris Young will draw the start in left field. Jabari Blash will cover right field for the Angels on Saturday.

Brandon Belt Activated From DL

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder Brandon Belt (appendicitis) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Saturday. He rejoined the Giants on Friday, but did not see any game action. Belt is expected to play on Saturday, but the lineup has not been officially announced yet. Regardless, Belt should be owned in just about […]

Jay Bruce Remains Out of the Lineup

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce (back) remains out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Bruce has missed three straight games since reporting his back soreness after Wednesday's contest. Bruce will be available off the bench on Saturday. He is expected to return to the starting lineup for Sunday's […]

Zach Britton is Available on Saturday

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Zach Britton (Achilles) was recently activated off the 60-day disabled list. He's pitched twice since returning, and is reportedly available for a back to back outing on Saturday. He struck out two batters over one inning of work on Friday. Manager Buck Showalter said he's going to ease Britton back into […]

Andrew Cashner Will Start Wednesday or Thursday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Andrew Cashner (back) is scheduled to return to the Orioles rotation on either Wednesday or Thursday. He threw a side session on Sunday, and if everything stays the same he'll be out there next week. However, Cashner is not someone worth grabbing in most fantasy leagues. Owners in deeper leagues may […]

Jonathan Villar is Out of the Lineup on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman/outfielder Jonathan Villar (calf) is not in the starting lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. He is not starting due to a left calf injury, but should be available off the bench. Hernan Perez is starting at second base and batting sixth versus Jake Arrieta. Villar has some upside, especially in […]

Yuli Gurriel Not Starting on Friday

Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel (rest) is not in the starting lineup against the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Marwin Gonzalez will start at first base and Evan Gattis will serve as the DH. Gurriel has been heating up lately, so this might be the best time to grab him in fantasy leagues. Friday […]

Ben Zobrist is Sitting on Friday

Chicago Cubs second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cubs just have too many talented regular starters that it becomes difficult for Zobrist to get in the lineup every game. Zobrist has been in a bit of a slump lately, but owners […]

C.J. Cron Sitting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Matt Duffy will bat leadoff and serve as the DH for this contest. Jake Bauers will play first base against rookie Jonathan Loaisiga. It's likely just a routine day off for Cron. He […]

Austin Meadows Not in Lineup on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Austin Meadows (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. It's tough for the Pirates to find regular playing time for Meadows when they have three other regular outfielders too. However, Meadows brings enough production when he does start that he should be owned in most […]

Jose Iglesias Won't Play on Friday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (personal) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Iglesias is becoming a U.S. citizen, so he will get a rare day off on Friday. Niko Goodrum will start at shortstop and bat sixth for the Tigers on Friday.

Jorge Polanco Delays Start to Rehab Work

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco (finger) cut his finger on a car door and will delay the beginning of his rehab assignment. He got suspended 80 games in March for testing positive for Stanozolol, an anabolic steroid. Polanco was supposed to begin taking rehab at-bats on Sunday. There is a good chance that Polanco won't […]

John Hicks Continues to Start at First Base

Detroit Tigers catcher/first baseman John Hicks took over the daily job at first base after Miguel Cabrera (bicep) went down for the season. The best part about Hicks is he has catcher eligibility in most leagues. That makes him a bit more of an interesting addition since many catchers are not reliable hitters. Hicks is […]

Billy Hamilton Out on Friday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton (knee) is not in Friday's starting lineup against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Hamilton has been struggling this season, but he's not out due to rest. Hamilton is out on Friday because of a sore knee. It's been a disappointing season for Hamilton, but many owners might want to keep him because […]

Chris Davis Continues To Sit Out on Friday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Miami Marlins. Manager Buck Showalter said Davis' return to the starting lineup is "not imminent." Davis has not been in the starting lineup since Monday. He continues to work on his swing after batting .150 to begin […]

Tyler Naquin Activated From DL on Friday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Friday. He missed roughly five weeks due to a left hamstring strain. Naquin will start in center field and bat eighth on Friday. Yonder Alonso (personal) has been placed on the 3-7 day emergency family leave list, so Naquin will […]

Matt Kemp Suspended One Game

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp (personal) has been suspended one game following his involvement in Wednesday's brawl with the Rangers. Kemp got in the face of Robinson Chirinos after a home plate collision. Chirinos was also punished with a one game suspension, but will serve his on Friday. Kemp is appealing his suspension and […]

Yonder Alonso Could Miss Entire Weekend Series

Cleveland Indians first baseman Yonder Alonso (personal) has been placed on the medial family emergency list. Alonso is expected to miss the entire weekend series against the Minnesota Twins. Erik Gonzalez is batting ninth and playing first base for the Indians on Friday. Alonso brings along some power, but owners in deeper leagues are probably […]

Robinson Chirinos Suspended One Game

Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos (personal) has been suspended for his involvement in Wednesday's benches clearing brawl with the Dodgers. Chirinos swung at Kemp after a collision at home plate. Chirinos will serve his one game suspension on Friday night. Carlos Perez will draw the start behind the plate for the Rangers.

Chris Martin Heads to 10-Day DL

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Chris Martin (calf) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Friday. He strained his calf while running out of the bullpen gate during Wednesday's benches clearing brawl with the Dodgers. It's unclear how long he'll be sidelined, but he should be on the waiver wire anyway.

Julio Teheran Will Start on Sunday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Julio Teheran (thumb) is scheduled to return against the San Diego Padres on Sunday, according to manager Brian Snitker. He landed on the disabled list earlier this month with a thumb contusion, but did not require a rehab start. Teheran has not pitched well lately, but is expected to have favorable […]

Jeff Samardzija Will Make Rehab Start Friday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (shoulder) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. He threw on Monday and said afterwards that it's the best he's felt all season. He could join the Giants rotation soon if everything goes well during his rehab start Friday. However, Samardzija's 6.56 ERA is going […]

Bradley Zimmer Suffers Injury Wednesday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer (shoulder) suffered an injury while taking batting practice on Wednesday. He was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on June 5, but has been up and down with the Indians this season. Zimmer has talent, but continues to struggle at the big league level. He should be on the waiver wire in […]

Odubel Herrera Resting on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Colorado Rockies. Herrera does not have a hit since June 7, so the Phillies have decided to give him a much needed day off. Jesmuel Valentin will draw the start in right field on Wednesday. Despite his current […]

JaCoby Jones Resting on Wednesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Minnesota Twins. Victor Reyes will draw the start in left field and bat ninth. Jones has been struggling lately, so it's not surprising to see the Tigers giving him a day off. He should be left on the […]

John Hicks Will Start At First on Wednesday

Detroit Tigers catcher/first baseman John Hicks will draw the start at first on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins. Miguel Cabrera (bicep) is done for the season, so a bunch of playing time has opened up at first base. Hicks is expected to see a majority of the playing time at first base. Ronny Rodriguez has […]

Byron Buxton Takes Batting Practice on Wednesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) took batting practice on Wednesday, but is still a ways from returning. Buxton is reportedly feeling good, but the Twins aren't going to push him too hard. Speed is a huge part of his game and it's tough for him to run fast when he continues to experience pain […]

Joe Mauer Aiming For A Return on Friday

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is aiming to be activated on Friday in Cleveland. Mauer played in his first rehab game on Tuesday with Triple-A Rochester. He is expected to play first base for Rochester on Wednesday. Mauer is hoping to be ready for Friday's contest against the Indians if his concussion symptoms […]

Jose Martinez Will Miss Weekend Series

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman/outfielder Jose Martinez (personal) will miss the upcoming weekend series against the Chicago Cubs. Martinez will head to Venezuela for the birth of his child. Martinez will be in the lineup against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. He should be owned in just about every fantasy league right now.

Kenta Maeda Activated From DL, Starting Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (hip) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list and will start on Wednesday. Daniel Corcino has been optioned to Triple-A to make room for Maeda on the active roster. Maeda has been out since late May, but will be on the mound against the Rangers on Wednesday. […]