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Dan Fappiano is currently a student at Central Connecticut State University, pursuing a degree in Sports Journalism. He has been writing online for multiple publications covering teams such as the Chicago Bears, Chicago White Sox and San Diego Padres.
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Daniel Robertson Starting in Left on Monday
Tampa Bay Rays infielder Daniel Robertson is making his second start of the year in the outfield on Monday. Robertson already has eligibility at second and third base as well as shortstop. Earning outfield eligibility as well would see his ownership in most leagues increase. Robertson is hitting .260 with seven home runs and 20... Read More
Bryce Harper Takes Grounders at First Base on Monday
Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper was seen taking grounders at first base on Monday. The Nationals currently have a logjam in their outfield with Adam Eaton healthy and are looking for ways to get Juan Soto in the lineup every day. Harper has only played outfield in the major leagues, however, it looks like he... Read More
Braves Recall Michael Reed and Evan Phillips
The Atlanta Braves have recalled outfielder Michael Reed and Evan Phillips while demoting Matt Wisler and placing Peter Moylan on the 10-day DL with a forearm strain. Both Reed and Phillips have been fantastic in the minors this season, with Reed hitting .337 with nine home runs and seven steals over 74 minor league games... Read More
Red Sox Interested in Trio of Marlins Relievers
The Boston Red Sox are reportedly interested in Marlins' relievers Kyle Barraclough, Adam Conley and Drew Steckenrider. All three have shined throughout the season and would be an immediate improvement to Boston's bullpen. Barraclough is the gem of the trio, holding a 0.99 ERA with a 39/17 K/BB ratio and eight saves over 37 games.... Read More
John Hicks (C/1B, DET) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 10+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 44% of leagues ANALYSIS: Detroit Tigers first baseman/catcher John Hicks was a hot waiver add when Miguel Cabrera went down with a season-ending injury. While the Tigers' catcher may not be as coveted as he was earlier in the season, he is still seeing regular playing time for... Read More
Austin Romine (C, NYY) - Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 19% of leagues ANALYSIS: New York Yankees catcher Austin Romine has been rarely used this season, only appearing in 28 games. However, New York is placing started Gary Sanchez on the disabled list with a groin injury. Romine will be a rosterable catcher in Week 14... Read More
Tom Murphy (C, COL) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 9% of leagues ANALYSIS: Colorado Rockies catcher Tom Murphy has only appeared in nine games at the MLB level this season. However, he has looked solid in his small sample size and could be in line for more playing time. In his nine games, however, Murphy... Read More
John Ryan Murphy (C, ARI) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 8% of leagues ANALYSIS: The Arizona Diamondbacks catcher position has been one of the more confusing ones in the MLB. All three of Alex Avila, Jeff Mathis and John Ryan Murphy have appeared in at least 28 games with Avila and Murphy appearing in at least 45. However, while... Read More
Yan Gomes (C, CLE) - Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups
BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 36% of leagues ANALYSIS: Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes has always been an interesting case in fantasy baseball circles. In seasons in which he has appeared in at least 95 games, Gomes has at least 12 home runs and 45 RBI. Gomes has double-digit home runs in... Read More
Week 14 Waiver Wire - Catcher
The 2018 Fantasy Baseball season has not been kind to catchers. The highest ranked catcher is J.T. Realmuto. Players like Wilson Ramos and Evan Gattis rank higher than Buster Posey, while fantasy darlings such as Gary Sanchez and Willson Contreras rank ninth and 11th among catchers respectably. Due to the amount of uncertainty at the... Read More
Brandon Kintzler Activated from Disabled List
Washington Nationals reliever Brandon Kintzler was activated from the disabled list prior to the team's game against the Rays. Kintzler has been on the shelf since June 10. Washington recently acquired Kelvin Herrera, taking Kintzler out of the eighth-inning setup role. However, his return gives the Nationals arguably the best bullpen in baseball. Kintzler has... Read More
Daniel Murphy Sitting on Monday
Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy is sitting on Tuesday. It's just a routine day of rest for Murphy. Wilmer Difo will take his place at second and bat seventh against the Rays. Murphy is hitting just .195 with six RBI but is coming off of back-to-back All-Star seasons. He needs to be in your... Read More
Josh Donaldson Likely to be Activated from DL on Thursday
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (shoulder) is expected to be activated on Thursday prior to the team's game against the Indians. Donaldson has been out since April 13 with a shoulder injury. Prior to going down, he was hitting .239 with three home runs and nine RBI. Donaldson has at least 33 home... Read More
Matt Olson Sitting on Wednesday
Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson is getting the day off on Wednesday, with Mark Canha taking his place and batting sixth. Olson has hit .262 with three home runs, 12 RBI and two stolen bases to start the year. He's coming off of a 24-home run campaign and should be started on most nights... Read More
Kris Medlen Likely to Take Robbie Ray's Spot in Rotation
With Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray going down with an oblique injury, it appears as if Kris Medlen will get the first shot at his rotation spot while Ray is on the DL. Medlen is yet to be confirmed as the starter but was recently scratched from his start in Triple-A. Medlen hasn't appeared... Read More
Mike Moustakas Leaves Game on Monday After Being Hit By Pitch
Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas was forced from the game on Monday after being hit in the forearm with a pitch. However, his X-rays came back negative and he is considered day-to-day. Even if he is forced to miss a game, Moustakas' injury is minor and he should be back in the coming... Read More
Justin Bour Could Return to Lineup on Tuesday
Miami Marlins first baseman Justin Bour (back) was able to take batting practice on Monday, despite missing his third game in a row. Bour is apparently feeling better and the first baseman, as well as manager Don Mattingly, are hopeful he can return to the lineup on Tuesday. Bour has been nursing a back injury.... Read More
Mookie Betts Available Off Bench on Monday
Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts is eligible to come off the bench on Monday after missing his second straight start with a hamstring injury. It appears that manager Alex Cora is being cautious with his star outfielder, and Betts could return to the starting lineup on Tuesday. Betts has been on a tear in... Read More
Miguel Sano Could Be Headed to Diasbled List
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano's hamstring injury is not improving and could potentially land him on the disabled list. Sano was unable to run on Monday, and manager Paul Molitor said he is not making a lot of progress. Unless he is able to improve quickly, it appears Sano will be placed on the... Read More
Aaron Judge Sitting on Monday
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is getting the night off on Monday and isn't in the starting lineup. He's being replaced by outfielder Giancarlo Stanton with Gary Sanchez manning designated hitter. Judge is hitting .317 with seven home runs and 18 RBI. He needs to be in your lineup whenever he plays.
Fernando Romero to Make MLB Debut on Wednesday
Minnesota Twins pitching prospect Fernando Romero will be recalled from Triple-A and make his MLB debut on Wednesday against the Blue Jays. Romero is considered the best pitcher and second best prospect in the Twins' system. He has shined during his time in the minor leagues, pitching to a 23-17 record with a 2.83 ERA... Read More
Robbie Ray Placed on Disabled List with Oblique Strain
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray was placed on the 10-day disabled list Monday with an oblique strain. There currently isn't a timetable for Ray's return, however, he should be expected to miss at least his next few starts. Ray had pitched to a 2-0 record with a 4.88 ERA and a 45/17 K/BB ratio... Read More
Wil Myers Placed on Disabled List with Oblique Injury
San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers was placed on the disabled list Sunday with an oblique injury. While there's no timetable for his return, oblique injuries can be tricky and Myers should be expected to miss an extended period of time. Franchy Cordero should be the team's right fielder going forward and is a worthwhile... Read More
Ronald Acuna Moved to Second in Lineup on Sunday
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna was moved up to second in the lineup for the team's game on Sunday. Since his recent call up, Acuna has been batting in the lower half of the lineup. However, with his production thus far - .462, one home run, 3 RBI - he's getting a chance towards the... Read More
Josh Donaldson Could Return to Blue Jays Next Week
Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson has a chance to return from his shoulder injury sometime next week. Donaldson has been out for the past two and a half weeks with the injury. Manager John Gibbons specifically said Donaldson's return date could coincide with the Blue Jays' road trip in Tampa. He was hitting .239... Read More
Mike Soroka Could Start for Braves on Wednesday
Atlanta Braves pitching prospect Mike Soroka could be called up to start on Wednesday if Julio Teheran is unable to pitch. For now, Atlanta expects Teheran to be able to go, but if not Soroka is plan B. Soroka is one of the best pitchers in the minor leagues and one of the best prospects... Read More
Wade Miley Will Start for Brewers on Wednesday
The Milwaukee Brewers have recalled starting pitcher Wade Miley, who will start on Wednesday. Brent Suter will move the bullpen. Miley's start on Wednesday will mark his 2018 season debut and his first with the Brewers. He was battling a groin injury prior to his call up. Miley holds a career 66-74 record with a... Read More
Anthony Rendon to Be Activated from DL Soon
Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon was able to go through a full workout on Sunday and is likely to be activated off the disabled list sometime this week. However, manager Davey Martinez cautions it won't be on Monday. Rendon has been out a week and a half nursing a toe injury. Prior to his... Read More
Miguel Sano Sitting on Sunday
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano is sitting on Sunday with a hamstring injury. While it's his second straight game missed, Sano is available off the bench and should return to the lineup in the next few days. Eduardo Escobar is starting at the hot corner on Sunday, batting fourth. Sano is hitting just .213... Read More
Chris Davis Not in Lineup on Sunday
Baltimore Orioles first baseman is sitting on Sunday due to rest and is not in the team's lineup. Trey Mancini is taking his place at first and leading off. Davis has been rough to start the season, hitting just .167 with two home runs, six RBI and 33 strikeouts. Davis has at least 26 home... Read More
