
Articles

Carson Smith Will Seek Second Opinion on Shoulder
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Carson Smith (shoulder) will seek a second opinion on his shoulder next week. He was placed on the disabled list on Tuesday with a right shoulder subluxation. He hurt his shoulder after throwing his glove in frustration on Monday. It appears this could be a fairly serious injury. Fantasy owners […]
Andy Webb
J.P. Crawford Takes Batting Practice on Thursday
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop J.P. Crawford (forearm) took batting practice on Thursday. He also resumed throwing and is expected to start a rehab assignment this weekend. He was placed on the disabled list late last month due to a strained elbow. He's been struggling this season, so even when healthy, he's not worth owning right now […]
Andy Webb
Anibal Sanchez Will Throw Bullpen Session on Friday
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Friday. He could make a couple starts in extended spring training so the Braves can figure out how to use Sanchez. It appears Sanchez has recovered from his hamstring issue, but the Braves don't have a spot for him in […]
Andy Webb
Teoscar Hernandez Out on Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (back) is not in Thursday's starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics. He is nursing a sore back, but it is not believed to be a serious issue. Curtis Granderson will play right field and bat leadoff against the A's. Hernandez should only be out for a game or two.
Andy Webb
Edwin Encarnacion Out of Tuesday's Lineup
Cleveland Indians first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (neck, back) is out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers. The veteran slugger is sitting out due to stiffness in his neck and back. It is not a serious issue and is considered a day-to-day type of injury. Michael Brantley will serve as the Indians designated hitter […]
Andy Webb
Jorge Soler is Not in The Lineup on Tuesday
Kansas City Royals outfielder Jorge Soler (rib) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. He suffered the injury during a leaping catch on Monday. Manager Ned Yost does not believe the injury is serious, so fantasy owners should expect Soler to be back in the lineup on Wednesday. […]
Andy Webb
Jameson Taillon Will Start on Wednesday
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (finger) will make his scheduled start against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, according to manager Clint Hurdle. Taillon left after three innings during his last start with a finger laceration. He played catch on Sunday, and it sounds like he'll be ready for Wednesday. Taillon has not pitched […]
Andy Webb
Adam Eaton Expects to Return in Six Weeks
Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) said on Tuesday that he expects to return to the Nats active roster in six weeks. He underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle last Thursday. It sounds like he finally has a timetable after landing on the disabled list April 11. Eaton should be stashed in most standard […]
Andy Webb
Dansby Swanson on Track to Return This Weekend
Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (wrist) is on track to return from the disabled list this weekend. He has taken on-field batting practice without any discomfort in his left wrist. He's expected to play one rehab game before possibly returning to the Braves on Friday. Johan Camargo and Charlie Culberson have been filling in for […]
Andy Webb
Victor Arano Could Return on Wednesday
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Victor Arano (shoulder) could come off the disabled list on Wednesday. He made a rehab appearance on Monday and it does not sound like he will need another rehab outing. Arano is posting a 0.75 ERA in 12 innings with 13 strikeouts this season. He's only worth owning in leagues that […]
Andy Webb
Nathan Eovaldi Will Throw Bullpen Session on Tuesday
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow, rib) will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday. He was scratched from his most recent rehab start after suffering a right rib cage muscle strain. Eovaldi could join the Rays by the end of May, but that's if everything goes as planned. He's not worth adding right […]
Andy Webb
Jason Castro Will Have Surgery on Tuesday
Minnesota Twins catcher Jason Castro (knee) will have surgery on Tuesday to repair a torn right meniscus. He is expected to miss roughly four to six weeks of action. He has already missed most of the month, so he decided to have surgery. Castro is expected to return around mid-June. Mitch Garver and Bobby Wilson […]
Andy Webb
Miguel Sano Not Near 100 Percent
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (hamstring) is "not close to 100 percent," according to manager Paul Molitor. He did field some grounders, but it does not sound like he is close to returning. Sano has been out since late April and it appears he could be out for at least another week. He should […]
Andy Webb
Trevor May Will Continue Rehab Assignment on Thursday
Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Trevor May (elbow) will continue his rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Rochester. He walked three and struck out five over four scoreless innings on Saturday. He's coming back from Tommy John surgery, so he'll likely need a few more minor league outings before he's ready to return to the big […]
Andy Webb
Hector Velazquez Lands on DL
Boston Red Sox pitcher Hector Velazquez (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The team has activated starter Steven Wright to take his spot on the active roster. It's unclear how long Velazquez will be sidelined. He's been pitching well this season but was only worth owning in the deepest of leagues. This […]
Andy Webb
Nicholas Castellanos Could Return Tuesday
Detroit Tigers third baseman/outfielder Nicholas Castellanos (finger) could return on Tuesday, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. Castellanos has missed two straight games after getting hit by a pitch on Saturday. There is a chance that he does pinch hit during Monday's contest. Niko Goodrum will draw the start in right field for Castellanos on Monday. […]
Andy Webb
Leonys Martin Expects to Return on Friday
Detroit Tigers outfielder Leonys Martin (hamstring) expects to return from the disabled list on Friday when he's first eligible. He landed on the disabled list a week ago due to a left hamstring strain. Martin is hitting well this season, posting a .294/.355/.508 line, and should be owned in all deeper leagues.
Andy Webb
Tony Parker Wants to Play Three More Seasons
San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker says he wants to play for three more seasons, but is open to playing outside from San Antonio. "I am open to all proposals. I would like to make my entire career in San Antonio. The sport remains a business, and we will have to make choices." He's […]
Andy Webb
Abdel Nader Misses Practice on Friday
Boston Celtics power forward Abdel Nader (face) missed practice on Friday after getting swiped in the face and suffering blurry vision. He's appeared in just six games this postseason. He has only logged in more than two minutes in one game during the playoffs. He's not an option with Terry Rozier and Marcus Smart healthy.
Andy Webb
George Hill Excused From Practice on Saturday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard George Hill (personal) was excused from practice on Saturday to attend his college graduation from IUPUI. He will re-join the Cavs for Game 1 against the Boston Celtics on Sunday. Hill averaged 12.3 points, 3.0 assists in 33 minutes over the final three games of the series versus the Raptors. He is […]
Andy Webb
The Wolves Are Interested in Derrick Rose
The Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly interested in bringing back point guard Derrick Rose, according to on Krawczynski of the Athletic. Rose averaged 14.2 points (on 50.9 percent shooting), 2.6 assists and 1.4 triples during his five games in the playoffs versus Houston. He would likely battle with Tyus Jones for playing time. Rose would not […]
Andy Webb
Shane Larkin Ruled Out for Games 1 & 2
Boston Celtics guard Shane Larkin (shoulder) has been ruled out for Games 1 & 2 of the series versus the Cavaliers. He did not practice on Friday and will miss "at least part of the series", according to head coach Brad Stevens. He was logging in minutes in the teens before his injury. Marcus Smart […]
Andy Webb
T.J. Rivera Out Until July
New York Mets infielder T.J. Rivera (elbow) will be sidelined until at least July. Rivera said before spring training that he was hopeful to return by May. He had Tommy John surgery last September, so he still needs some more time to recover. He belongs on the waiver wire in all leagues.
Andy Webb
Justin Grimm Could Start Rehab Assignment on Monday
Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Justin Grimm (back) could start a rehab assignment at Omaha on Monday, according to manager Ned Yost. Grimm threw a bullpen session on Tuesday, and it reportedly went well. He's given up 17 runs in seven innings this season. Fantasy owners should avoid Grimm right now.
Andy Webb
Brett Cecil Activated Off The DL
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Brett Cecil (shoulder) has been activated off the disabled list. The Cardinals likely wanted him to get in more than two rehab appearances. However, Tyler Lyons (back) went down, so the Cardinals decided to give Cecil an opportunity. Cecil has been out since late March due to left shoulder inflammation. […]
Andy Webb
Tyler Lyons Heads to Disabled List
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Tyler Lyons (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The team is calling the injury a mid-back strain. This could explain his 6.17 ERA through 18 appearances this season. It's unclear how long Lyons will be sidelined right now. He's not worth holding onto in any leagues at […]
Andy Webb
Gary Sanchez Will Rest on Friday
New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (rest) is not in the starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Austin Romine will draw the start and catch Sonny Gray, but this appears to be a routine day off for Sanchez. Fantasy owners can go ahead and bench Sanchez on Friday.
Andy Webb
Chris Tillman Placed on DL
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Tillman (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He allowed six runs over 1 1/3 innings against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. He's posting a 10.46 ERA and 2.21 WHIP this season and could be on the DL with that "back" injury for quite some time. Tillman […]
Andy Webb
Tommy Kahnle Could Return Soon
New York Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle (shoulder, biceps) could be activated off the disabled list before the end of the Yankees road trip from May 15-23. He resumed throwing off the mound this week, but still is not quite ready to return yet. Kahnle will need a few rehab appearances before he's ready to […]
Andy Webb
Anibal Sanchez Throws Sim Game on Friday
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) threw a simulated game on Friday without any issues. He might throw another sim game next week or start a rehab assignment. Sanchez was pitching well before his injury, but there is no spot for him in the Braves rotation anymore. He agreed to come out of the […]
Andy Webb