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William Byron Registers Eighth-Place Finish
Hendrick Motorsports driver William Byron managed an eighth-place finish in Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway. He ended up leading four laps, his first laps led since he ran out in front of the pack for 15 laps at Texas on March 31, where he had his season-best finish of sixth. He'll look […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoJoey Logano Runs Seventh At Gander RV 400
Penske Racing's Joey Logano registered a seventh-place finish in Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway. He ended up leading 15 laps and he was the Stage 1 winner for an extra playoff point. He'll be happy to move to Kansas Speedway on Saturday night, as he has two victories in 19 career starts […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoErik Jones Posts Respectable Sixth-Place Run
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Erik Jones registered a sixth-place finish at Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway. He racked up plenty of Place-Differential Points after starting 15th. It was just the fourth top-10 result of the season for Jones, and only his second in the past nine MENCS starts. He'll look to carry […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoChase Elliott Leads 142 Laps In Monday's Top-5 Finish
Hendrick Motorsports driver Chase Elliott was the pole sitter for Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway, and he ended up leading a race-high 142 laps led. However, he was unable to finish it off for back-to-back MENCS victories, ending up fifth. It's his third top-5 finish of the season, and his fourth top-10 […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoKevin Harvick Turns In Another Top-5 Showing
Stewart-Haas Racing driver Kevin Harvick managed a fourth-place finish at the Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway on Monday afternoon, improving from a sixth-place start. He failed to lead a lap for the seventh time in the past eight race starts, but he still has eight top-10 finishes over his past nine starts, including […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoKyle Larson Posts Season-Best Finish On Monday
Ganassi Racing's Kyle Larson started third and ended up third in Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway. While he failed to lead any laps, the finish was his best of the season, beating his sixth-place finish back at ISM Raceway in Phoenix on March 10. It's been a tough start to the season […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoAlex Bowman Is Runner-Up For Second Straight Week
Hendrick Motorsports driver Alex Bowman registered a second-place finish in Monday's Gander RV 400 at Dover International Speedway. It's his second consecutive runner-up finish. He ended up leading 15 laps at Dover, picking up 48 points in the overall MENCS standings. He'll look to get over the hump at Kansas on Saturday night. Bowman hasn't […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoMartin Truex Jr. Racks Up Victory At Gander RV 400
Joe Gibbs Racing's Martin Truex Jr. picked up his third-career victory at Dover International Speedway on Monday at the Gander RV 400. It's the first track he has ever posted three victories, and it's a special place since he picked up his first-ever Monster Energy Cup Series win in 2007. It's also considered the New […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoDanny Salazar Shut Down For A Couple Of Days
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) suffered a setback in his rehab, according to manager Terry Francona. "It's probably been about a week now," Francona said. "He had a real good bullpen session and then the next couple days he didn't feel as good. So he went to see (a team doctor). So he's […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoDidi Gregorius To Conclude Throwing Program
New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) will conclude his throwing program this week and the organization has targeted May 20 for the veteran to begin playing in extended spring training games in Florida. There is still no word on when he'll be able to play in minor-league rehab games, or when he'll be back […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoDellin Betances Will Begin Throwing On Monday
New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances (shoulder) will resume throwing on Monday and the team is "hopeful" he will be able to return in June, manager Aaron Boone said on Sunday. Betances is an important part of the bullpen for the Yankees, posting a 4-6 record, four saves and 20 holds with a 2.70 […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoLuis Severino Out Until At Least The All-Star Break
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (shoulder), who is dealing with a strained latissimus muscle, will not be back "until after the All-Star break," general manager Brian Cashman said in a satellite radio interview on Sunday. He was diagnosed with a Grade 2 lat strain four weeks ago. It's a disappointment for fantasy owners, […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoAaron Hicks Might Be Activated Within A Week
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) is expected to begin a minor-league rehab assignment at Class A Tampa this week, and he might come back from the 10-day disabled list as soon as next weekend, general manager Brian Cashman said on MLB Radio Network on Sunday. Hicks has been doing rehab work at extended […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoJames Paxton Might Miss Up To Three Weeks
New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) might be sidelined as many as three weeks, general manager Brian Cashman said on MLB Network Radio on Sunday. Cashman said it is a "three-week-at-max situation." Paxton posted a 3-2 record and 3.11 ERA in his first seven starts before exiting on Saturday. "He had experienced this […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoAnthony Rendon Takes BP, Might Return Tuesday
Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon (elbow) was able to take batting practice on the field Saturday, and he reported feeling good. Rendon is eligible to come back from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday, and manager Dave Martinez suggested there is a decent chance Rendon will be ready to be activated then. It's a […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoDraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/6/19): MLB DFS Lineups
For Monday's slate of Major League Baseball games, I'll focus on the nine evening contests (first pitch of 7:05 PM EST and later). Be sure to double-check the weather and the lineups before finalizing your roster. The weather forecast looks very favorable across most MLB venues, as the winds should be rather neutral at 8 […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoTrey Wingenter Lands On 10-Day Injured List
The San Diego Padres placed relief pitcher Trey Wingenter (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list on Sunday, retroactive to May 4, due to a strained right shoulder. The team recalled pitcher Phil Maton from Triple-A El Paso in the corresponding move. Maton is expected to work in middle relief. Wingenter will be missed in manager […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoCody Allen To Come Off Injured List On Tuesday
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Cody Allen (back) is expected to come off the 10-day injured list when first eligible on Tuesday. Allen is expected to be used in lower leverage situations until he irons out his control issues, which is essentially the same role he was used prior to his injury. Ty Buttrey and […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoCody Bellinger Remains Sidelined On Sunday
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger (shoulder) did shoulder exercises on the field with a trainer before Sunday's game against the San Diego Padres, and he was able to play catch to test his right shoulder while also hitting in the batting cage, too. However, he missed his second consecutive game. The team is […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoEloy Jimenez Continues To Progress In Rehab
Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (ankle) is scheduled to travel with the big club for their road series against the Cleveland Indians. He continues to progress, and the scenario for the outfielder appears a lot more favorable than it did originally when he was injured. Still, he might need a minor-league rehab stint. Fantasy […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoTravis d'Arnaud Signs With The Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers signed free-agent catcher Travis D'Arnaud (Mets) to a one-year contract on Sunday and they optioned infielder/outfielder Matt Beaty to Triple-A Oklahoma City in the corresponding roster move. Manager Dave Roberts said the team wanted another right-handed bat, and that they will also use d'Arnaud in the infield as well as the […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoSteven Matz Heads Back To New York For Tests
New York Mets starting pitcher Steven Matz (forearm) is dealing with a nerve issue in his forearm. Manager Mickey Callaway said on Sunday that Matz is going back to New York for further testing. The skipper said Matz has been dealing with the injury for the past two weeks, and he was unable to throw […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoJason Vargas Checks Out Of Game Early
New York Mets starting pitcher Jason Vargas (hamstring) left Sunday's start against the Milwaukee Brewers due to tightness in his hamstring. He allowed three earned runs, three hits and no walks with five strikeouts across four innings in a loss. Vargas ended up throwing 36 of his 50 pitches for strikes before departing, and his […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoLorenzo Cain Ruled Out For Monday's Game
Updating a previous report, Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (hand) will not be available for Monday's game against the Washington Nationals after leaving Sunday with a hand contusion as the result of a hit by pitch. Manager Craig Counsell ruled Cain out for Monday's game, but Cain said the hand is swollen, but good, and […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoKelvin Herrera Leaves Sunday's Game
Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Kelvin Herrera (back) left his appearance in Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox due to stiffness in his lower back. He is considered day to day. Something was certainly wrong, as he was hammered for five earned runs, three hits and two walks while retiring just two batters in […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoAdam Engel, Caleb Frare Optioned To Charlotte
The Chicago White Sox optioned outfielder Adam Engel and pitcher Caleb Frare to Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday. A couple of days ago it was expected Engel might stick around as the fourth outfielder, but he is slashing just .212/.281/.346 in 58 plate appearances with the big club. It's uncertain who will be coming up to […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoClint Frazier To Be Activated On Monday
The New York Yankees will activate OF Clint Frazier (ankle) from the 10-day injured list on Monday. The team optioned relief pitcher Stephen Tarpley to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sunday to make room on the 25-man roster. Tarpley could use a little more seasoning in the minors, as he has an abysmal 10.38 ERA and 2.54 […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoFernando Rodney Roughed Up In Steel City
Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Fernando Rodney coughed up four earned runs, three hits and a walk while retiring just one batter in a blown save and relief loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Rodney was staked to a 3-1 lead in the top of the 13th inning, but he couldn't hold the lead. The […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoFrankie Montas Turns In Another Quality Start
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas allowed one earned run, five hits and no walks with five strikeouts over six innings in a no-decision against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He threw 58 of his 90 pitches for strikes, and had first-pitch strikes to 13 of the 23 batters he faced. Overall he is 4-2 with a […]
Daniel Dobish 6 years agoKeone Kela Will Be Evaluated On Monday
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Keone Kela (shoulder) was not available for Sunday's game against the Oakland Athletics due to tightness in his right shoulder. He left his appearance on Saturday, and general manager Neal Huntington said Kela would be evaluated on Monday. If you normally depend upon him in NL-only fantasy play, it might be […]
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