Max Muncy Swats Sixth Homer

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy hit his sixth homer of the year Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with the solo shot and a double in a 7-4 loss to the Colorado Rockies. It's been a disappointing season for Muncy, and this game represents just his fifth multi-hit contest of the campaign. Fantasy managers have little choice […]

Josh Harrison Homers, Drives In Three

Chicago White Sox utility man Josh Harrison offered some production from the ninth spot in the lineup Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with a home run, a walk, and three RBI in an 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels. Harrison now has hit safely in six of his last seven games, with three multi-hit performances in […]

Luis Robert Homers In Big Game Tuesday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert enjoyed a big game Tuesday, going 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, two RBI, and two runs scored. Robert now has 11 different multi-hit games in June, though this represents just his second long ball in the month. Robert has slashed .295/.324/.434 for the season, and fantasy managers […]

Jorge Alfaro Drives In Three Tuesday

San Diego Padres catcher Jorge Alfaro drove in three more runs Tuesday, going 2-for-5 with a double in a 7-6 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Alfaro is enjoying an excellent June, with a .313/.352/.597 and 14 RBI in 71 plate appearances, which has earned him more starts behind the plate. With seven multi-hit performances in […]

Taylor Rogers Blows Save Tuesday

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Taylor Rogers was charged with his fourth loss and his fourth blown save of the season Tuesday, as he gave up a run on two hits in 1 2/3 innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He struck out three batters. This is only the third time in 10 June appearances that […]

Evan Longoria Reaches Three Times, Drives In Two

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria was the standout offensive performer in Tuesday night's game, going 2-for-3 with a walk, two RBI, and a run scored in a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Longoria has hit safely in eight of his last nine games, with three multi-hit performances in his last five. Since […]

Tarik Skubal Takes Loss Tuesday

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal took the loss Tuesday night against the San Francisco Giants after allowing three runs on four hits and four walks in 4 2/3 innings. He struck out five batters. Skubal has now amassed a record of 5-6 on the year. After an outstanding start to the year, Skubal has […]

Carlos Rodon Sharp Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (finger) performed very well in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Detroit Tigers, throwing six innings of one-run baseball on seven hits and no walks with four strikeouts. He exited having thrown just 86 pitches (56 for strikes) as a result of a split nail. He should make his […]

Pavin Smith Has Four Hits, Drives In Three

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman/outfielder Pavin Smith had a strong day at the plate Sunday, going 4-for-5 with three RBI. Smith now has seven hits over his last four starts after going seven games without a single base knock. With a disappointing .167/.236/.273 slash line in June, Smith is off the fantasy radar except in very […]

Carson Kelly Homers Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly went deep Sunday for his first home run of the season. He also walked in four plate appearances, driving in two runs and scoring two more. Kelly has struggled to a .122/.173/.178 slash line with six RBI and seven runs scored in his first 95 plate appearances of the season, […]

Kyle Gibson Knocked Out In Third Inning

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kyle Gibson was knocked out after recording just eight outs against the San Diego Padres Sunday, but he was lucky to take a no-decision after the club came back to win 8-5. Gibson allowed five runs on four hits and three walks with just two strikeouts. His ERA rises to 4.48 […]

Nick Castellanos Adds Four Hits, Stolen Base

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos added four hits in five at-bats Sunday against the San Diego Padres. All four went for singles, and he drove in one run. He also went 1-for-2 in steal attempts, giving him three swiped bags on the year. Fantasy managers are not expecting much speed from the slugger, but it's […]

Kyle Schwarber Homers, Drives In Four

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber had another strong game Sunday, going 2-for-5 with home run, a double, and four RBI in an 8-5 victory over the San Diego Padres. Schwarber now has 21 home runs on the season. 11 of those long balls have come in his last 30 games, a span during which Schwarber […]

Chris Taylor Adds Three Hits Off Bench

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Chris Taylor did not start Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves but came off the bench to contribute three hits in a 5-3 extra-inning victory. Taylor pinch-hit for starting left fielder Eddy Alvarez and went 3-for-3 with a double, an RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. This performance […]

Spencer Strider Goes Six Scoreless Innings

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider was excellent Sunday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, throwing six scoreless innings against a potent offense. Strider allowed five hits and struck out seven batters. This is his first quality start in six attempts after making his first 11 appearances of the season as a reliever. Strider's stuff […]

Live Chat Fantasy Baseball Q&A @ 12PM

Baseball is back...do you know who to play in your lineups? Doug Goldring (@DougGoldring) will be hosting a Live Q&A chat session on Thursday June 23rd at 12:00 pm noon ET. Come join in on the fun and get your fantasy baseball questions answered, or just stick around for some MLB talk! All throughout the MLB […]

Nolan Gorman Mashes Two Homers Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman mashed two homers against the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday, part of a 4-for-4 day at the plate in which he drove in four runs. Gorman has played in 29 games since being called up, and his bat has been just as prodigious as promised. He's carrying a .280/.350/.516 […]

Jared Walsh Falls Single Shy Of Cycle

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh had three extra-base hits against the Kansas City Royals Tuesday, coming up a single shy of the cycle after producing a double, a triple, and a home run in six trips to the plate. He drove in two runs and scored twice. This would have been Walsh's second […]

Carlos Santana Homers, Drives In Five Tuesday

Kansas City Royals first baseman Carlos Santana enjoyed a stellar day at the dish Tuesday, going 4-for-5 with a home run, a double, five RBI, and two runs scored. Santana's days on the Kansas City roster seemed to be numbered as recently as a few weeks ago with top prospects Vinnie Pasquantino and Nick Pratto […]

Zac Gallen Strikes Out 11 Padres

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen set a high-water mark for strikeouts this year with 11 against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. His previous high had been nine in his start on May 14. Gallen lasted six innings, giving up two runs on five hits and three walks in a 3-2 loss, though he […]

Eric Hosmer Smacks Homer Tuesday

San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer homered against Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen, a solo shot that brought his season total for long balls up to five. He also walked in five plate appearances. This is Hosmer's first home run since May 11. Hosmer's red-hot April has masked a significant lack of production […]

Jordan Luplow Hits 10th Homer

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jordan Luplow hit his 10th homer of the year Tuesday, a two-run shot off San Diego Padres lefty Sean Manaea. Luplow has just a .171 average and .279 OBP this season, but his power has been surging, with eight of his home runs in his last 30 games. He's also chipped in […]

Julio Rodriguez Homers In Three-Hit Game

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez led the way at the plate Tuesday, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and two runs scored. Rodriguez remains red hot, with three multi-hit games in his last five. He now has nine homers and 18 steals on the season, placing him among the very best power-speed fantasy […]

Marco Gonzales Earns Win Tuesday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales earned his fourth win of the season Tuesday, throwing seven strong innings against the Oakland Athletics. Gonzales allowed two runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out two batters. His ERA and WHIP for the season now sit at 3.33 and 1.30. Gonzales has only allowed more […]

Live Chat Fantasy Baseball Q&A @ 12PM

Baseball is back...do you know who to play in your lineups? Doug Goldring (@DougGoldring) will be hosting a Live Q&A chat session on Wednesday June 22nd at 12:00 pm noon ET. Come join in on the fun and get your fantasy baseball questions answered, or just stick around for some MLB talk! All throughout the MLB […]

Tyler Wells Earns Win Thursday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wells pitched well in a tough matchup Thursday, earning his fourth win of the season against the potent Toronto Blue Jays offense. Wells allowed just one run on five hits and a walk with three strikeouts in six innings. Previously seen as a potential closer, Wells has adapted well to […]

Kevin Gausman Knocked Out In Third Inning

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman has been outstanding this season, but he was unable to take advantage of a seemingly easy matchup against the Baltimore Orioles Thursday. Gausman only recorded seven outs, leaving the game in the third inning having allowed seven runs (five earned) on seven hits and one walk. He struck […]

Rougned Odor Drives In Two More

Baltimore Orioles infielder Rougned Odor had a solid game at the plate Thursday, going 2-for-3 with a triple and two RBI. Odor has picked up his play significantly over the course of the season, and while his .212 batting average and .272 OBP leave plenty to be desired, his seven home runs, 25 runs scored, […]

Austin Hays Homers Thursday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays hit a home run Thursday, adding an insurance run in the eighth inning of a 10-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Hays went 1-for-5 with the solo shot and two runs scored. This season has represented a big step forward for the right fielder, who is now slashing .289/.351/.474 […]

Anthony Rizzo Homers Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo hit his 16th homer of the season Thursday, a solo shot in the bottom of the ninth inning to end the game. Rizzo provided all the offense the team needed to win 2-1 over the Tampa Bay Rays, driving in both runs with his 2-for-4 performance at the […]