Addison Russell Leaves Game With Left Finger Contusion

Updating an earlier report, Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell left Sunday’s game in the sixth inning with a left finger contusion. Russell was replaced in the lineup by Ben Zobrist. Russell is considered day-to-day. If Russell is forced to miss any games, second baseman Javier Baez would likely play shortstop with Zobrist playing second base.

Johnny Cueto Could Return Before July 1

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) could return before July 1 according to manager Bruce Bochy. Cueto threw from 120 feet Sunday. He felt so good that he even did some light throwing from the pitchers mound. Cueto has been out since May 1 with a right elbow strain.

Addison Russell Leaves Sunday’s Game Early

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell was removed from Sunday’s game in the bottom of the sixth inning. There was no mention of an injury and there should be more known on his status shortly. Ben Zobrist replaced Addison Russell in the lineup with second baseman Javier Baez moving over to shortstop. Russell finished Sunday 1-for-2.

Buster Posey Returns To Sunday’s Lineup Versus Phillies

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will return to the Giants lineup Sunday after sitting out Saturday with an elbow contusion. The injury was never considered serious and Posey will bat second. Posey remains one of the best catchers in all fantasy formats despite his low home run total.

Michael Kopech Struggles Saturday

Chicago White Sox top pitching prospect Michael Kopech had a rough outing Saturday for Triple-A Charlotte. In two innings he allowed seven runs on five hits. He also allowed four walks while striking out two hitters. Kopech has struggled of late and his ERA was raised to 4.89 after the rough outing. He remains one... Read More

Brandon Belt Lands On 10-Day Disabled List With Appendicitis

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (appendicitis) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. Belt left Tuesday’s game early and was rushed to the hospital. He had his appendix removed late Friday and was resting on Saturday. There is no clear timetable for his return and Pablo Sandoval will replace Belt at first... Read More

Buster Posey Sidelined With Elbow Contusion

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey was sidelined Saturday with an elbow contusion that he suffered after being hit Friday. Posey is considered day-to-day and was replaced by Nick Hundley Saturday.

Alen Hanson Activated From Disabled List Saturday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Alen Hanson was activated from the disabled list Saturday. Hanson had been sidelined since May 13 with a hamstring injury. He could be avoided for now as Joe Panik returned Friday and will be the team’s everyday second baseman.

Hunter Pence Activated From Disabled List On Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence was activated from the disabled list Saturday. Pence missed over a month with a right thumb sprain. Pence changed his swing during his rehab and was seeing good results for Triple-A Sacramento. Manager Bruce Bochy stated that Mac Williamson will be the team’s everyday left fielder and that leaves... Read More

Javier Baez Not Starting Saturday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez will sit Saturday versus the Mets. It’s just a routine day off for Baez who is replaced at second base by Ben Zobrist. Zobrist will bat first Saturday and has been hitting the ball well lately. Baez should be back in the lineup Sunday.

Brandon Belt Has Appendix Removed

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt had his appendix removed Friday night. Belt is resting at the hospital for now and expected to go home later on Saturday. Belt is likely to land on the disabled list which is a big blow to both the Giants and fantasy owners. Pablo Sandoval will likely take... Read More

Brandon Belt Went To Hospital Friday

After exiting Friday’s game in the second inning, San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was rushed to the hospital to be evaluated for appendicitis. If Belt were to require emergency surgery then he would have to be placed on the disabled list and likely miss at least two weeks. Belt is off to the... Read More

Brandon Belt Exits Early With Stomach Illness Friday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt exited Friday’s game early with a stomach illness. Belt finished the game 0-for-1 and was replaced by Pablo Sandoval. Belt should be considered day-to-day. If Belt is unable to play on Saturday, Sandoval would likely start in his place.

Mark Melancon Activated From The Disabled List

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Mark Melancon (forearm) has been activated from the disabled list prior to Friday’s game. Melancon has missed the entire year with inflammation in his right flexor tendon. Melancon is expected to be eased back into high leverage situations and can safely be on the waiver wire as long as Hunter... Read More

Joe Panik Activated And Batting First Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) has been activated from the disabled list on Friday. Panik will return after being absent since April 28 with a torn ligament in his left thumb. Panik has hit .267 with three home runs and could be of use in NL-only leagues for owners looking for help with... Read More

Kyle Schwarber Absent Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber is absent from Friday’s lineup versus the New York Mets. Schwarber usually gets most of his starts versus right-handed pitching, but he will be on the bench Friday. Jason Heyward, who is swinging a hot bat, will replace Schwarber and bat second. Heyward is worth consideration in daily leagues, as... Read More

Chris Gimenez Starting At Catcher Friday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will rest Friday evening versus the Mets. It’s just a maintenance day for Contreras, who will be replaced by Chris Gimenez. Gimenez will bat in the No. 8 spot Friday and can be avoided in all formats.

Madison Bumgarner Pitches Well In Final Rehab Start

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) went 4 2/3 innings, allowing two hits on one run in his final rehab game Thursday. Bumgarner threw 74 pitches in the contest and looks ready to help the Giants. Bumgarner is expected to make his season debut for the Giants on Tuesday versus the Diamondbacks. There... Read More

Addison Russell Out Of Thursday’s Series Opener

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell is absent from Thursday’s lineup versus the Mets. Second baseman Javier Baez will slide over to shortstop with Ben Zobrist hitting first and playing second base. Russell has picked it up lately and is hitting .316 over his last 38 at-bats. Russell should be back in the lineup Friday.

Jeff Samardzija Placed On 10-Day Disabled List

Updating a previous report, San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with tightness in his right shoulder. Samardzija is expected to miss at least one start. The Giants have promoted pitching prospect Tyler Beede to take Samardzija’s spot on the roster. Beede will operate out of... Read More

Alen Hanson Could Return Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Alen Hanson (hamstring) could return from the disabled list Friday, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Hanson was hitting .298 with four home runs and 12 RBI prior to landing on the disabled list with a hamstring injury. Unfortunately for Hanson, second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) is also expected to return... Read More

Mark Melancon Could Return Friday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Mark Melancon (forearm) could be activated from the disabled list Friday. Melancon has thrown 3 2/3 innings of scoreless ball during his rehab assignment. Manager Bruce Bochy had mentioned a few weeks ago that Hunter Strickland would remain the club’s closer and Melancon would be eased into high-leverage situations. Strickland... Read More

Hunter Pence Could Return Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) is expected to be activated Friday from the disabled list. Pence has changed his swing during his rehab assignment and has been hitting well in Triple-A. Pence isn’t returning to an everyday role and should only be considered in NL-only leagues. Before his injury he was hitting an... Read More

Joe Panik Could Return Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) could return from the disabled list Friday, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Panik has been out since April 28 with a torn ligament in his left thumb. Panik should return to everyday duties at the keystone, which is bad news for middle infielder Kelby Tomlinson. Panik was... Read More

Pablo Sandoval Will Start At Second Base Wednesday

San Francisco Giants corner infielder Pablo Sandoval will get his second career start at second base Wednesday. Sandoval will start in place of Kelby Tomlinson, who made three errors Tuesday and has also struggled with his bat. Second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) will begin his rehab assignment Wednesday, meaning Sandoval may not be making many... Read More

Carl Edwards Jr. Placed On Disabled List

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with right shoulder inflammation. Edwards has been one of the better relief pitchers in the game for fantasy owners due to his 14.40 K/9. There is currently no timetable for his return, and Pedro Strop is the likely candidate to... Read More

Reynaldo Lopez Gets Lit Up Wednesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez gave up seven runs on eight hits while allowing one walk over 2 2/3 innings Wednesday versus the Cleveland Indians. He also recorded one strikeout. It was the most runs Lopez has given up in 2018 and it raised his ERA to 3.80. Lopez does have seven quality... Read More

Joe Panik, Alen Hanson Will Begin Rehab Assignments

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) and infielder Alen Hanson (hamstring) will begin their rehab assignments for Class-A San Jose on Wednesday. Hanson was doing a good job filling in for Panik before suffering a hamstring injury, and it will be interesting to see how manager Bruce Bochy decides to use him when... Read More

Ian Happ Absent Wednesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ will have Wednesday evening off versus the Pirates. Happ has turned his season around in the month of May after a brutal April, which has led to him starting more games in the outfield. Jason Heyward will take over for Happ Wednesday and bat in the No. 8 spot. Heyward... Read More

MRI Shows No Structural Damage For Yu Darvish

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) got his MRI results on Wednesday and it was revealed that there was no structural damage and he is dealing with right triceps inflammation. Darvish is scheduled to begin throwing this weekend or early next week. Mike Montgomery will continue to replace Darvish in the rotation.