Marcus Walden Optioned To Alternate Training Site

Boston Red Sox reliever Marcus Walden was optioned to the team's alternate training site on Wednesday afternoon. The 31-year-old was abysmal to start the 2020 season, allowing 12 runs across nine innings of work. The Red Sox own the worst team ERA in all of baseball, and Walden played a part in that dishonor. He […]

Tyler O'Neill Batting Sixth On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (finger) is back in the starting lineup for the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs. O'Neill was a late scratch on Tuesday after feeling some discomfort in his finger. Thankfully, the ailment was not serious. The 25-year-old is starting in left field and batting sixth against […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Back In The Lineup Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (wrist) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. He will bat seventh against Jake Arrieta. Bradley Jr. has not played since August 15, but he was slashing just .234/.300/.281 with three RBI before the injury. He is a fantasy afterthought until he goes […]

J.D. Martinez Absent From Wednesday's Lineup

Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Martinez left Tuesday's game with dehydration, so he was likely unfit to play with such a quick turnaround. In his absence, Xander Bogaerts will serve as the DH and bat fourth, while Tzu-Wei Lin draws […]

Trent Thornton Returning On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays starter Trent Thornton (elbow) will come off of the injured list on Thursday to start one half of the team's doubleheader with the Philadelphia Phillies. Thornton has been sidelined since July 27 with elbow inflammation. The 26-year-old has a clear role in the rotation with Nate Pearson (elbow) going down, but he […]

Kris Bryant Sitting Out First Game Of Doubleheader

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (wrist) is not in the starting lineup for the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals. Bryant has been dealing with a wrist injury since late last week, and he is not expected to return until the weekend. In his absence, Nico Hoerner will start at […]

Pedro Severino On The Bench Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles catcher Pedro Severino is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Severino had appeared in each of the past six games, so it appears to be a regular rest day for the 27-year-old. In his absence, Chance Sisco will start behind the plate and bat leadoff against […]

Rich Hill Returning To Rotation On Wednesday

Minnesota Twins starter Rich Hill (shoulder) will take the mound on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. The veteran left-hander has been out since August 3 with shoulder soreness. Hill has only appeared in one game this season, tossing five scoreless innings against the St. Louis Cardinals back in July. The 40-year-old has a 1.50 ERA […]

Rowdy Tellez Expected To Return On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Rowdy Tellez (head) is expected to return to the starting lineup on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Tellez will not play in Wednesday's contest. The 25-year-old slugger is currently going through concussion protocol after being hit in the head on Monday night, but he has shown no symptoms up to […]

Jean Segura Remains Sidelined On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Jean Segura (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash with the Boston Red Sox. He has not played since aggravating his hamstring on Sunday, but the team is hoping he can return on Thursday. In his absence, Alec Bohm will start at third base while Phil Gosselin will man […]

Nate Pearson Headed To The Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays starter Nate Pearson was placed on the 10-day injured list with elbow tightness on Wednesday morning. This comes after the 23-year-old was touched up for five runs on four hits against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night. There is no current timetable for Pearson's return, but the Blue Jays will likely take […]

Teoscar Hernandez Returns To Starting Lineup Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (back) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's tilt against the Baltimore Orioles. Hernandez was relegated to pinch-hitting duties on Tuesday due to a stiff back. The 27-year-old is slashing .295/.309/.628 with seven home runs, 14 RBI, and two stolen bases through 78 at-bats in 2020. Make sure you […]

Cavan Biggio Not In Wednesday's Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. It appears to be a regular rest day for the 25-year-old. In his absence, Brandon Drury will start at second base and bat sixth against Tommy Milone and the Orioles. Drury is slashing .100/.156/.100 with […]

Cole Hamels Not Close To Resuming Throwing

Atlanta Braves starter Cole Hamels (triceps) is still "a ways away" from throwing off of a mound, according to team manager Brian Snitker. The veteran left-hander is suffering from tendinitis in his left triceps. Hamels has been sidelined with the ailment since early July, and there is no guarantee he will be able to make […]

Tony Gonsolin Goes Six Scoreless Innings Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin sprinkled two hits across six scoreless innings during Tuesday's 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners. He struck out three batters without issuing a walk. Gonsolin has enjoyed a brilliant start to the 2020 season. He has not given up a run across 14 2/3 innings, owning a sparkling 0.55 […]

Eric Thames Posts Three RBI In Tuesday's Win

Washington Nationals first baseman Eric Thames was 2-for-5 with three RBI during Tuesday's 8-5 win over the Atlanta Braves. It was a nice change of pace for the veteran slugger, as he has struggled mightily to begin the season. Thames is slashing .204/.264/.306 with one home run, six RBI, and a 14/2 K/BB rate. The […]

Josh Tomlin Adequate In Tuesday's Defeat

Atlanta Braves pitcher Josh Tomlin allowed two runs on six hits across four innings of work during Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Washington Nationals. He struck out two batters and walked one in the no-decision. Tomlin has performed well across nine appearances this season, posting a 2.35 ERA and 1.04 WHIP through 15 1/3 innings. […]

Freddie Freeman Hits Two-Run Homer In Loss

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Washington Nationals. It was the fourth long-ball of the season for the 30-year-old. Freeman is now slashing .287/.398/.529 with 14 RBI in 2020. He is as consistent as they come from a fantasy perspective and will […]

Antonio Senzatela Tosses Eight Scoreless Innings Tuesday

Colorado Rockies starter Antonio Senzatela scattered three hits across eight scoreless innings during Tuesday's 2-1 extra-innings loss to the Houston Astros. He struck out six batters without issuing a walk. The 25-year-old deserved a better fate in this one, but his offense could not solve Zack Greinke. Regardless, Senzatela has had a productive start to […]

Kenley Jansen Tallies Seventh Save On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen allowed a hit and a walk during the ninth inning of Monday's 11-9 win over the Seattle Mariners, but he managed to strand both baserunners. The 32-year-old has been dominant to start the 2020 campaign, converting all seven of his save opportunities. He owns a 0.87 ERA, 0.77 WHIP, […]

Corey Seager Smashes Sixth Homer On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager was 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and a walk during Monday's 11-9 win over the Seattle Mariners. The 26-year-old has squashed any concerns about a lingering injury to start the 2020 season. Seager is slashing .306/.359/.611 with six HRs, 16 RBI, and 15 runs scored through 72 at-bats. […]

Mookie Betts Continues His Stellar August

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts was 2-for-5 with two RBI and a solo home run during Monday's 11-9 win over the Seattle Mariners. The 27-year-old has enjoyed a monstrous August at the plate, slashing .365/.421/.885 with eight HRs, 16 RBI, 14 runs scored, and a stolen base. Betts is one of the game's brightest […]

Ross Stripling Struggles Through Worst Start Of The Season

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Ross Stripling allowed seven runs (six earned) on eight hits across three innings of work during Monday's 11-9 win over the Seattle Mariners. He struck out two batters without issuing a walk and surrendered three home runs. The offense truly bailed out Stripling in this one, as he was able to […]

Dansby Swanson Walks Off The Nationals On Monday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson was 3-for-6 with a walk-off, two-run home run during Monday's 7-6 win over the Washington Nationals. The 26-year-old has been one of the more surprising fantasy breakouts to start the season. Swanson is slashing .298/.340/.457 with three HRs, 16 RBI, and three stolen bases through 94 at-bats. His 29/4 K/BB […]

Nick Markakis Continues To Produce

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis was 2-for-3 with two doubles, an RBI, and a walk during Monday's 7-6 win over the Washington Nationals. Markakis has been highly productive since he decided to return to the team on August 5. He is slashing .353/.421/.618 with six RBI across 34 at-bats. It was unclear whether or not […]

Touki Toussaint Struggles With Control On Monday

Atlanta Braves starter Touki Toussaint allowed four runs on two hits across three innings of work during Monday's 7-6 win over the Washington Nationals. He walked a career-high six batters while striking out four. The 24-year-old has failed to find consistency at the big-league level so far through his young career. He owns a 7.97 […]

Frankie Montas Scratched Friday; Jesus Luzardo Starting

Oakland Athletics starter Frankie Montas has been scratched from Friday's start against the San Francisco Giants due to tightness in his upper back. In his absence, Jesus Luzardo will take the mound. It is unclear whether or not Montas will need to go on the injured list, but more information will come out in the […]

Julio Urias Productive In Thursday's Win

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Julio Urias allowed two runs on five hits across 6 1/3 innings of work during Thursday's 11-2 win over the San Diego Padres. He struck out three batters without issuing a walk. After surrendering a pair of solo homers in the first inning, he cruised for the rest of the contest. […]

Corey Seager Goes Deep In Return To Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager was 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Thursday's blowout win over the San Diego Padres. Seager had missed the previous six games with lower back tightness. The 26-year-old has been crushing the baseball to start the 2020 season, leading the entire MLB in barrels per plate appearance. Seager […]

Mookie Betts Explodes For Three-Homer Game

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts was 4-for-4 with three home runs, five RBI, and four runs scored during Thursday's 11-2 win over the San Diego Padres. It marked the sixth time that Betts has hit three homers in a game. After a quiet start to the 2020 campaign, the 27-year-old has found his groove. […]