Tyler Chatwood Continues To Have Control Issues

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Tyler Chatwood walked seven batters Thursday. Over 4 2/3 innings, Chatwood allowed four hits and struck out six all while allowing only one run. Chatwood is now walking 8.64 batters per nine innings and should remain on the waiver wire until he can control his walks.

Addison Russell Takes Batting Practice Prior To Thursday’s Game

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) took part in batting practice Thursday and also was on the field taking grounders. Russell has been absent since leaving Sunday’s game with a middle finger injury and remains day-to-day with a chance to play this weekend versus the Pirates.

Tim Anderson Will Sit Out Thursday Afternoon Versus The Twins

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson will rest Thursday versus the Twins. Anderson is having a nice season with 11 home runs, 25 RBI and 13 stolen bases to go along with a .242 batting average. Jose Rondon will replace Anderson in the lineup and bat seventh. Rondon can be avoided Thursday.

Willson Contreras Will Sit Out Thursday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras is absent from Thursday’s lineup. It’s just a day off for Contreras. The backstop has hit .277 with four home runs and 22 RBI this season and remains one of the better options at the catcher position. Chris Gimenez will be behind the dish Thursday and bat eighth.

Jason Heyward Sitting Thursday, Ian Happ Will Start

A day after being the Cubs hero, outfielder Jason Heyward will be off Thursday. Heyward has been on fire lately with a .321 batting average with 11 RBI over his last 56 at-bats. Ian Happ will replace Heyward in the lineup and bat seventh. Happ is in a cold streak currently and could be avoided... Read More

Addison Russell Remains Sidelined

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) remains out of Thursday’s lineup. Russell hasn’t appeared in a game since exiting on Sunday with a middle finger injury. Russell took swings on Wednesday and felt good. It looks like Russell will avoid the disabled list and could return this weekend. Javier Baez will once again be at... Read More

Tim Anderson Steals Another Base

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson swiped his 13th base on Wednesday versus the Minnesota Twins. Anderson also went 2-for-4 with a run scored and three RBI. Anderson is now hitting .242 with 11 home runs and 25 RBI. He remains one of the more underrated power and speed shortstops in the game.

Jason Heyward Plays Hero Wednesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward played the hero for the Cubs on Wednesday evening. Heyward ended the game with a walk-off grand slam to give the Cubs a 7-5 victory. Heyward has heated up lately and manager Joe Maddon has been hitting him in the No. 2 spot. He is more valuable in DFS while... Read More

Anthony Rizzo Hits Another Home Run

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo picked up his ninth home run of the season Wednesday versus the Phillies. Rizzo finished the game 1-for-3 with a walk, RBI and two runs scored. Rizzo got off to a slow start this season and is finally coming around. Rizzo is now hitting .251 and has knocked in... Read More

Jose Quintana Shines In No-Decision

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jose Quintana suffered a tough no-decision Wednesday night versus the Phillies. Quintana was taken out with two on and two out in the fifth inning in a 3-0 game. Reliever Steve Cishek, who replaced Quintana, gave up a three-run homer to Aaron Altherr on his first pitch. It was a shame... Read More

Brandon Morrow Struggles Wednesday

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow struggled Wednesday evening versus the Phillies. Morrow started off the top of the ninth in a 3-3 tie and quickly gave up a two-run home run to outfielder Dylan Cozens. It was the first time in 71 innings that Morrow had allowed a home run. Morrow finished the game with... Read More

Avisail Garcia Runs On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring) ran the bases on Wednesday. Garcia said he is “feeling great, no pain.” That’s good news for fantasy owners and Garcia will test his hamstring a few more times over the course of the week. Garcia is hoping that he can begin his rehab assignment next week.

Yu Darvish Plays Catch Wednesday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) played catch on Wednesday for the second straight day. Darvish still remains with no timetable to return, but it is a good sign to see him throwing. Darvish has been on the 10-day disabled list since May 26 with right triceps tendinitis. Continue to keep him stashed in... Read More

Drew Smyly To Throw Batting Practice Friday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Drew Smyly (elbow) is scheduled to throw batting practice on Friday. Smyly signed a two-year deal with the Cubs this offseason and is recovering from Tommy John surgery. Smyly isn’t expected to make an impact this year and should be avoided in redraft leagues. He is a name to remember for... Read More

Addison Russell Plans To Takes Swings On Wednesday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) remains out of the lineup on Wednesday. Russell has been absent since Sunday and underwent an MRI on his finger Tuesday. Russell said on Wednesday that he is going to take some swings. He remains day-to-day. Second baseman Javier Baez will once again move over to shortstop with Ben... Read More

Joakim Soria Gets The Save On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox reliever Joakim Soria picked up his fifth save on Tuesday. Nate Jones had a disappointing outing in Game 1 of their doubleheader on Tuesday and that led to manager Rick Renteria going with Soria on Tuesday to record the final four outs in the second game. Jones pitched in the eighth inning... Read More

Yu Darvish Throws Tuesday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) threw lightly on Tuesday for the first time since being placed on the disabled list. The team still does not have a timeline for when Darvish may return, but they should have a better idea of that this weekend.

Addison Russell Undergoes MRI Tuesday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) underwent a MRI Tuesday on his middle finger. Russell is out of the lineup Tuesday and Javier Baez will play shortstop. More should be known on how long Russell will miss after he receives the results from his MRI.

Luis Robert Will Report To Class-A Kannapolis

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Luis Robert will report to Class-A Kannapolis on Tuesday. An injury to his thumb delayed Robert’s start to the 2018 season. Robert is ranked as a top-25 prospect and even though he is a few years away from the big leagues, dynasty owners should take notice.

Addison Russell Sitting Tuesday With Finger Sprain

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) will sit Tuesday after he suffered a sprain to his middle finger on Sunday. Russell is considered day-to-day. Ben Zobrist will be at second base Tuesday while second baseman Javier Baez will slide over to shortstop. The Cubs face Zach Eflin Tuesday, and their entire lineup is worth using... Read More

Carlos Rodon Expected To Return This Weekend

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) is with the White Sox in Minnesota and is expected to return to the team this weekend versus the Red Sox. Rodon should be benched in a tough battle right out of the gate, but he should be owned in all leagues, as he offers high-strikeout potential.

Kevan Smith Promoted By White Sox

Chicago White Sox catcher Kevan Smith has been promoted to the big league club on Tuesday. Smith hit a respectable .283 over 276 at-bats for the White Sox in 2017, and he figures to split time with Omar Narvaez. Smith holds no significant fantasy value.

Jeff Samardzija Plays Catch On Monday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (shoulder) played catch on Monday. Samardzija was placed on the disabled list last weekend and it’s a good sign to see him already making progress. Samardzija still is without a timetable to return and Dereck Rodriguez will make at least one more start while Samardzija is sidelined.

Mac Williamson Sitting On Monday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson will rest Monday evening versus the Diamondbacks. Williamson is hitting .226 with no home runs since his return from the disabled list. Hunter Pence will replace Williamson and bat seventh. Pence is worth a dart throw in DFS, as there are not many games Monday and opposing pitcher Zack... Read More

Kevan Smith Likely To Be Promoted Tuesday

Chicago White Sox catcher Kevan Smith is likely to be promoted Tuesday, as the club has demoted backup catcher Alfredo Gonzalez to Triple-A Charlotte on Monday. Smith could split time with Omar Narvaez and should only be considered in the deepest AL-only or two-catcher leagues.

Matt Davidson Activated From Disabled List On Monday

Chicago White Sox designated hitter Matt Davidson (back) has been activated from the disabled list on Monday. Davidson missed the minimum amount of time with back tightness. Unless you are an owner looking for home runs, Davidson can be avoided in most formats. Infielder Matt Skole has been sent down to Triple-A in a corresponding... Read More

Carlos Rodon Pitches Well In Fourth Rehab Start

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) performed well in his fourth rehab start on Sunday. Rodon threw 92 pitches and allowed six hits on two runs while striking out eight over five innings. Rodon’s next scheduled start would be Friday, but manager Rick Renteria would not comment on if Rodon will be pitching... Read More

Carter Kiebomm Heating Up

Washington Nationals shortstop prospect Carter Kiebomm hit a home run for the third time in four games Sunday afternoon for Class A Advanced Potomac. Kiebomm, 20, is having a nice season and is now hitting .289 with nine home runs and 40 RBI. Kiebomm was the Nationals first round pick 2016 and hasn't disappointed so... Read More

Sixto Sanchez Throws Shutout Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Sixto Sanchez threw his first shutout of the season on Sunday. Sanchez went seven innings and allowed two hits, two walks and struck out five for Class A Advanced Clearwater. The 19-year-old is now 4-3 with a 2.51 ERA on the season with a 1.07 WHIP. Sanchez is still a few... Read More

Hunter Greene Beginning To Turn His Season Around

Cinncinatti Reds pitching prospect Hunter Greene threw five innings of one-run ball Sunday for Class A Dayton. Greene also recorded eight strikeouts and one walk and allowed two hits. After struggling with 13.97 ERA in his first five starts of the season, Greene has now allowed one run or less in three of his last... Read More