Sean Newcomb Pitches Four Scoreless Innings In 2019 Debut

Atlanta Braves starter Sean Newcomb tossed four shutout innings, striking out three batters and walking four, during an 8-0 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night. The biggest issue for Newcomb was his control, as he needed 91 pitches to get through four-plus innings. Newcomb was a pleasant surprise for fantasy owners in 2018, […]

Sean Reid-Foley Lasts Two Innings In Season Debut

Toronto Blue Jays starter Sean Reid-Foley went two innings, allowing five runs (three earned) on four hits during a 6-5 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Monday night. He struck out three batters while walking two. It was an ugly 2019 debut for the 23-year-old, as none of his pitches looked particularly sharp. Reid-Foley went […]

Randal Grichuk Blasts Two-Run Shot In Loss To Orioles

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Monday's 6-5 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. It was the first two hits of the season for Grichuk as he was 0-for-12 in the first four games of the season. Hopefully, this outing reignites his offensive spark as Grichuk is notoriously […]

Jordan Lyles Set To Make Season Debut On Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates starter Jordan Lyles (side) is ready to make his debut with his new team on Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds. The 28-year-old was sidelined in spring training after feeling sharp pains in his side. Lyles posted a 3-4 record between San Diego and Milwaukee last season to go along with a 4.11 ERA […]

Johnny Gaudreau Nabs Two Assists In Win Over Sharks

Calgary Flames left wing Johnny Gaudreau picked up two assists during a 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Sunday night. Gaudreau has had another outstanding season, posting 35 goals, 61 assists, and 27 power-play points through 78 games. The 25-year-old has established himself as one of the league's elite point producers and is […]

Anthony Mantha Leads Red Wings With Five-Point Outing

Detroit Red Wings right wing Anthony Mantha scored the first hat trick of his NHL career and added two assists for good measure during a 6-3 win over the Boston Bruins on Sunday night. Mantha has been on fire as of late, posting 25 points in 28 games since the start of February. The 24-year-old […]

Joey Wendle Headed To The Injured List With Strained Hamstring

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Joey Wendle was placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday morning with a strained left hamstring. Wendle hurt himself attempting to steal a base during Sunday's game against the Houston Astros. Daniel Robertson and Brandon Lowe will likely see the bulk of playing time at second base in Wendle's […]

Giancarlo Stanton Headed To 10-Day IL With Bicep Strain

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton was placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday morning with a left bicep strain. The 29-year-old slugger is 2-for-8 with one run scored and seven walks through his first three games of the season. While it is an annoying ailment for fantasy managers, the injury is not expected […]

Rowdy Tellez Smacks Three-Run Homer In Loss To Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Rowdy Tellez was not in Sunday's starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers, but he delivered when he was needed most. Tellez smacked a three-run, pinch-hit home run in the bottom of the eighth inning to erase the Tigers 3-0 lead. The 24-year-old slugger is hoping he can carve out an […]

Trent Thornton Strikes Out Eight In Solid MLB Debut

Toronto Blue Jays starter Trent Thornton was stellar in his MLB debut during a 4-3 extra-innings loss to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday afternoon. He pitched five scoreless frames, allowing two hits and no walks. He also set a franchise record for most strikeouts in an MLB debut as he managed to punch out eight […]

Ken Giles Grabs First Save Of The Season

Toronto Blue Jays closer Ken Giles allowed one hit in an inning of work to pick up his first save of the season during a 3-0 win over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. The fiery right-hander has now converted 32 consecutive save opportunities dating back to 2017. The 28-year-old is not an elite closing option […]

Justin Smoak Blasts Two-Run Shot In Saturday's Win

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Justin Smoak smacked a two-run shot in the fourth inning of Saturday's 3-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He was 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored. It was the first home run of the season for the 32-year-old slugger. Smoak was unable to live up to his 2017 […]

Aaron Sanchez Tosses Five Shutout Innings In Win Over Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays starter Aaron Sanchez went five scoreless innings, allowing three hits during a 3-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He struck out six batters while walking three. It was a solid debut for the right-hander and is hopefully a sign of things to come. Sanchez was a stalwart in the 2016 season, posting […]

Randal Grichuk On The Bench For Saturday's Game

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Spencer Turnbull and the Detroit Tigers. In his absence, Billy McKinney will bat second and start in left field while Richard Urena will start at second base and bat ninth in his season debut. Grichuk had some upside as […]

Freddy Galvis Drives In Two Runs During Win Over Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Freddy Galvis had a great day at the plate on Friday night as he went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored during a 6-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He was 0-for-3 with a strikeout on Opening Day. The 29-year-old is more renowned for his defensive capabilities than his […]

Matt Shoemaker Fantastic In Debut With The Jays

Toronto Blue Jays starter Matt Shoemaker went seven scoreless innings during Friday's 6-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He allowed two hits while striking out seven batters and walking a pair. The 32-year-old could not have asked for a better debut with his new team. Shoemaker's abilities have been evident since he went 16-4 as […]

Danny Jansen Sitting Out On Friday Night

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen will be on the bench for Friday's game against Matt Boyd and the Detroit Tigers. Luke Maile will draw in behind the plate and bat ninth. Maile has a .210 average across 171 games in his MLB career. He has no fantasy value whatsoever. The 23-year-old Jansen is the […]

Yandy Diaz Batting Cleanup Against The Astros

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz is batting fourth on Friday night against Gerrit Cole and the Houston Astros. The Cuban infielder was 1-for-3 with a walk on Opening Day. Diaz is an intriguing fantasy sleeper due to his substantial power at the plate. With Matt Duffy (hamstring) sidelined, he will have an opportunity […]

Tony Wolters In, Chris Iannetta Out For Friday's Lineup

Colorado Rockies catcher Tony Wolters will be batting eighth against Trevor Richards and the Miami Marlins on Friday afternoon. Chris Iannetta will draw out of the lineup after going 2-for-3 with an RBI on Opening Day. Neither player is very appealing for fantasy purposes in shallow leagues, although, Iannetta is expected to be the busier […]

Billy McKinney Starting In Right Field Against The Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays utility player Billy McKinney will bat seventh and start in right field against Matt Boyd and the Detroit Tigers on Friday night. Rowdy Tellez draws out of the lineup after going 0-for-2 with a walk on Opening Day. McKinney, a former top prospect, had stretches of success with the Jays last season. […]

Curtis Granderson Batting Leadoff On Friday

Miami Marlins outfielder Curtis Granderson will bat at the top of the lineup on Friday against German Marquez and the Colorado Rockies. Granderson is replacing Rosell Herrera who went 0-for-3 on Opening Day. Lewis Brinson also moves down to eighth in the lineup with the move. Granderson has seen his days of fantasy relevance go […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. On An Accelerated Timeline To The Majors

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (oblique) is on an "expedited time frame" to the majors, according to team president Mark Shapiro. Guerrero will play in extended spring training games throughout the weekend. He is already ahead of schedule in his return from the Grade 1 left oblique strain that he suffered at […]

Marcus Stroman Pitches Seven Shutout Innings On Opening Day

Toronto Blue Jays starter Marcus Stroman went seven scoreless innings, striking out six batters and walking four, during a 2-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Thursday. It was a fantastic first outing for the 27-year-old, aside from some control issues, as his off-speed stuff was dancing all afternoon long. The Tigers possess one of […]

Julio Teheran Average In Opening Day Loss

Atlanta Braves starter Julio Teheran went five innings, allowing three runs on four hits, during a 10-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. He struck out seven batters while walking two. The Braves lack a defined ace for their staff, although Mike Foltynewicz (elbow) is the closest that they have. Teheran is an adequate […]

Jurickson Profar Starting At First Base Against The Angels

Oakland Athletics first baseman Jurickson Profar will bat fifth on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels and Trevor Cahill. With Matt Olson (hand) sidelined for six-to-eight weeks, Profar was expected to be the in-house replacement. That plan changed on Wednesday night as the Athletics traded for slugger Kendrys Morales. It is unclear how the team […]

Adam Jones Batting Leadoff On Opening Day

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Adam Jones is batting at the top of the lineup on Opening Day against the Los Angeles Dodgers. With Steven Souza Jr. (knee) out for the year, Jones will get everyday playing time in the outfield. The veteran had a modest season in 2018, batting .281 with 15 home runs and 63 […]

Jeremy Jeffress Placed On 10-Day Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Jeremy Jeffress (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Thursday afternoon. Jeffress would have been the favorite for the closer role with Corey Knebel (elbow) sidelined, but he is not expected to be back until mid-April. Jeffress threw a bullpen session without any issue on Thursday and is scheduled to […]

Lewis Brinson At The Top Of The Lineup On Opening Day

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson is batting in the leadoff spot against the Colorado Rockies on Opening Day. The centerpiece of the Christian Yelich deal had an encouraging spring that saw him hit .278 with five home runs and eight RBI through 54 at-bats. He will hope to carry over that success to the regular […]

Brandon Drury Batting Leadoff Against The Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brandon Drury is batting at the top of the lineup on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers. The 26-year-old had a fantastic spring training, posting a .315 average to go along with three home runs, six RBI, and two stolen bases. Most importantly, manager Charlie Montoyo gave him an extended […]

Yoan Moncada Batting In The Two Hole On Opening Day

Chicago White Sox infielder Yoan Moncada will start at third base and bat second on Opening Day against the Kansas City Royals. Moncada has been a frustrating fantasy asset over his young career. He posted solid counting stats in 2018 with 17 home runs, 61 RBI, and 12 stolen bases, but his dismal plate discipline […]