Ezequiel Duran Drives In Three Thursday

Texas Rangers infielder Ezequiel Duran drove in three runs against the Detroit Tigers Thursday, going 1-for-4 with a triple. Duran now has eight RBI on the season in just 47 at-bats. He's also added two homers, two steals, and eight runs scored. With regular playing time coming his way since his June 4 call-up and […]

Martin Perez Rebounds Thursday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Martin Perez bounced back from his worst start of the year with another strong performance Thursday, allowing one run on eight hits and no walks in seven innings to the Detroit Tigers. He struck out five batters. Perez now has 10 quality starts in his last 11 trips to the mound, […]

George Kirby Sharp In Loss Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby took his second loss of the season Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels, but he performed well, allowing just two runs on six hits and a walk in six innings. He struck out six batters. The only mistake Kirby made was leaving a fastball down to Mike Trout in […]

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 Friday June 17th 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 […]

Zac Gallen Hits Four Batters, Still Excellent

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen did not have his best command Wednesday against the Cincinnati Reds, but he still managed to pull out another excellent start. Gallen allowed two runs on two hits, no walks, and four hit batters in seven innings. He struck out five. Gallen was visibly frustrated after hitting so many […]

Brandon Belt Homers In First Start Back

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt got his first start since returning from the injured list on Wednesday, and he delivered with a long solo home run in the 3-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals. He also walked in four plate appearances. Injuries have been an ongoing issue for the lefty slugger, but […]

Marco Gonzales Takes Hard-Luck Loss

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales was excellent against the Minnesota Twins Wednesday, but he was saddled with a hard-luck loss regardless. Gonzales allowed just one run on three hits and two walks in 6 2/3 innings, and the only run came across to score after Gonzales had already been removed from the game. He […]

Sonny Gray Sharp In Return

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Sonny Gray was sharp in his return from the injured list Wednesday, holding the Seattle Mariners to just three hits and no runs in five innings of work. Gray struck out three and did not walk a batter. He took a no-decision in the contest, but fantasy managers have to be […]

Orlando Arcia Homers, Adds Four Hits

Atlanta Braves utility man Orlando Arcia stands to take over at second base with Ozzie Albies (foot) expected to miss much of the rest of the season, and he has already made his presence felt. Batting eighth against the Washington Nationals Wednesday, Arcia went 4-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a walk. He […]

Austin Riley Homers Twice, Drives In Four

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley had another big game Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI in an 8-2 win over the Washington Nationals. That brings Riley's home run total for the season to 18, with 11 of those coming in his last 30 games. Riley has built himself into a […]

Ji-Man Choi Extends Hitting Streak

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi did not start Wednesday's game against Nestor Cortes and the New York Yankees, but he did make a pinch-hit appearance, delivering an RBI single in his lone trip to the plate. This extended his hitting streak to 13 games. Choi has been excellent in June, slashing .350/.372/.550 with […]

Ryan Mountcastle Homers Twice Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman/outfielder Ryan Mountcastle continued his offensive tear against the Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday, slugging two home runs and driving in three runs in four at-bats during a 7-6 defeat. Mountcastle now has four home runs in his last four games, and six in the month of June. He carries an impressive .286/.345/.776 […]

Adley Rutschman Hits First Career Homer

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman accomplished a career milestone Wednesday, hitting his first home run of what could be many if things go as the club hopes. Rutschman went 2-for-4 with a double and the two-run shot in a 7-6 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. Rutschman is still in the midst of an adjustment […]

Teoscar Hernandez Homers, Swipes A Bag Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez provided a home run and a steal in a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles Wednesday. Hernandez went 2-for-4 with the two-run shot. With just four home runs on the season, Hernandez's power output has been a major disappointment, but he's slashing .383/.431/.633 with 10 runs scored and 12 […]

Jose Berrios Goes Seven Strong Innings Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios threw seven strong innings against the Baltimore Orioles Wednesday, allowing three runs on three hits and no walks while striking out eight batters. He was deprived of the win when the bullpen blew the lead in the top of the eighth inning. Berrios has now gone at least […]

Xander Bogaerts Doubles Twice Wednesday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts took part in the hit parade against the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI, and two runs scored. Bogaerts has been outstanding all season, slashing .335/.401/.498 with six homers, three steals, 39 runs scored, and 30 RBI. Fantasy managers are hopeful that the home […]

Alex Verdugo Homers, Drives In Four

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo had a big game Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics, going 3-for-5 with a home run and four RBI in a 10-1 victory. This is Verdugo's fourth home run of the season, but just his first since April 16. He's put up a strong .340/.404/.489 slash line in June, but […]

James Kaprielian Loses Again Wednesday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher James Kaprielian remains winless for 2022, as he took his fourth loss of the season against the Boston Red Sox Wednesday. Kaprielian allowed six runs (five earned) on seven hits and six walks with two strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings pitched. Kaprielian now has a 6.31 ERA and 1.50 WHIP in […]

Josh Winckowski Throws Five Shutout Innings

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Josh Winckowski was recalled to face the Oakland Athletics Wednesday, and he capitalized on the opportunity, throwing five shutout innings to earn his first big-league victory. He gave up four hits and one walk while striking out three batters. With the Red Sox facing injuries to their starting rotation, Winckowski […]

Corbin Burnes Earns Fourth Victory Against Mets

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes rebounded from a difficult last start to earn his fourth victory of the season Wednesday. Burnes led the team to a 10-2 win over the New York Mets, allowing two runs on five hits and no walks in six innings. He struck out eight batters. Burnes now has a […]

Willy Adames Drives In Two

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames had a three-hit game against the New York Mets Wednesday, adding a double, two RBI, and two runs scored in five at-bats during a 10-2 victory. This is just his third multi-hit performance since the beginning of May but his second in the last three games, so fantasy managers should […]

Jeff McNeil Smacks Fourth Homer

New York Mets utility man Jeff McNeil provided one of the only bright spots in the team's 10-2 defeat to the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, mashing a solo home run over the right-field fence. It was one of just five hits the Mets could muster against Corbin Burnes et al. McNeil himself went 2-for-4 with two […]

Bryan Reynolds Homers, Triples Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds continued his hot streak against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a triple, two RBI, and two runs scored. He now has 11 long balls on the season, and has eight multi-hit performances in the month of June. He's slashed .404/.439/.692 since the calendar turned, […]

Brendan Donovan Has Three Hits, Drives In Two

St. Louis Cardinals utility man Brendan Donovan batted second in the lineup against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday and performed well, going 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. While Donovan is no counting stats maven with just one homer and two steals this season, he's been an excellent fantasy add nonetheless with […]

Jack Flaherty Lasts Three Innings In First Start

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty made his season debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday, and he lasted three innings. It was expected to be an abbreviated start for the righty. Flaherty allowed four runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks with three strikeouts. While he was not as sharp as fantasy […]

Jake Cronenworth Doubles Twice, Plates Two

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth had a strong game in Wednesday's 19-5 blowout victory over the Chicago Cubs, going 3-for-6 with two doubles, two RBI, and two runs scored. After a slow month of May, Cronenworth has slashed .356/.441/.627 with three home runs, 14 runs scored, and 20 RBI in June. With three straight […]

Christopher Morel Homers, Drives In Three

Chicago Cubs utility man Christopher Morel provided most of the offense for the club Wednesday, going 2-for-5 with a solo home run and three RBI. It was his fourth homer of the year, but not nearly enough to save the Cubs from a 19-5 defeat at the hands of the San Diego Padres. It's looking […]

Amed Rosario Adds A Homer And A Steal

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Amed Rosario had perhaps his best offensive performance of the season Wednesday, going 3-for-5 with a triple, a home run, a stolen base, and four runs scored, leading the team to a 7-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies. Rosario continues to bat towards the top of the lineup, and while this is […]

Reid Detmers Struggles Again Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers was knocked around once again Wednesday, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks in 3 2/3 innings to earn his third loss of the season. He struck out six batters. This outing raises his ERA for the season to 4.25. Detmers has completed five innings just […]

Will Smith Knocks Eighth Homer

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith supplied a home run in the first inning of Wednesday's 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. The three-run shot was his only hit in four at-bats, and his eighth of the season. Smith has reached base successfully in 13 consecutive games, and is slashing .286/.375/.548 with three homers […]