Addison Russell Moved To Eighth Spot

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell was moved to the No. 8 spot in the order Wednesday. Russell has yet to hit a home run and is hitting just .241 on the season. Owners should be able to find better options on the waiver wire than Russell at this point.

David Bote Gets The Start At Third Base Wednesday

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote will get the start at third base Wednesday. Bote was recently recalled when outfielder Jason Heyward (concussion) was placed on the disabled list Tuesday. With Bote at third base, Kris Bryant will shift to right field. Bote will bat sixth and is 2-for-10 in his big league career.

Kyle Schwarber Sits Wednesday, Ian Happ Continues To Start

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber continues to be benched versus left-handed pitching, and that will be the case Wednesday afternoon. Ian Happ will be in left field and bat seventh Wednesday. Happ has had a nice start to the week, going 3-for-8 with a pair of home runs, three runs and five RBI. With Jason […]

Javier Baez Returns To Starting Lineup

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (groin) has returned to the Cubs lineup and will bat third in between Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo. Baez left Tuesday’s contest with right groin tightness and pinch hit Wednesday and remained in the game to play third base. Baez is in the middle of a career year and […]

Lucas Giolito Continues To Struggle

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito continued his struggling ways on Tuesday versus the Pirates. Giolito gave up seven hits, four runs, two walks and struck out three batters in four innings. Giolito now owns an ugly 7.25 ERA and should not be trusted by fantasy owners until he can string together a few […]

Yolmer Sanchez Has Three Hits Tuesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yolmer Sanchez picked up three hits in five at-bats Tuesday evening versus the Pirates. Among his three hits was his fourth triple on the season. Sanchez also scored a run and had one RBI. Sanchez is hitting .306 on the season and is making the case to be owned in […]

Welington Castillo Blasts Two Home Runs Tuesday

Chicago White Sox catcher Welington Castillo went 2-for-4 with a pair of home runs and three RBI Tuesday night versus the Pirates. Castillo came into Tuesday with just four hits in his last 24 at-bats. He remains one of the better power-hitting catchers in the game but is hitting just .237 on the season. His […]

Jose Abreu Drives In Two Runs Versus Pirates On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu finished Tuesday's contest 2-for-4 with two RBI. Abreu had been in a bad slump entering Tuesday with eight hits over his last 44 at-bats. Abreu has been one of the most consistent hitters over the past five years and is now hitting .270 with seven home runs and […]

Brandon Morrow Picks Up Eighth Save

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow picked up his eighth save of the season Tuesday evening versus the Miami Marlins. Morrow has adapted well in his first season as a closer and is now 7-for-8 in save opportunities. Morrow now owns a 1.38 ERA and should already be owned in all leagues.

Eloy Jimenez Hits Another Home Run On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Eloy Jimenez continues to tear the cover off the ball. Jimenez finished Tuesday's game 2-for-4 and hit his seventh home run of the season. Jimenez has been on a tear and is now hitting .333 on the season with seven home runs and 21 RBI in just 78 at-bats. Jimenez […]

Victor Caratini Knocks In Two Runs

Chicago Cubs catcher Victor Caratini went 1-for-4 with a run and two RBI on Tuesday evening. Caratini got the start with Willson Contreras getting a day of rest. Caratini's second RBI knocked in Kris Bryant for the game-winning run on a fielder's choice. Caratini doesn't hold fantasy value, as he plays second fiddle to Contreras, […]

Javier Baez Has Pinch-Hit Single Tuesday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (groin) had a pinch-hit single Tuesday evening. Baez started the game on the bench after suffering tightness in his right groin on Monday. Baez ended up staying in the game and playing third base, and that is a good sign that he could return to the starting lineup on […]

Jen-Ho Tseng To Start Tuesday For Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have announced that pitcher Jen-Ho Tseng will start Tuesday evening versus the Miami Marlins. Tseng will replace Yu Darvish (flu), who was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Monday. Tseng made his major league debut in 2017 and allowed five runs in six innings. Tseng has been one of the Cubs […]

Giants Showing “Very Strong” Interest In Matt Harvey

Andy Martino of SNY reports that the San Francisco Giants are showing “very strong” interest in New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey, who was designated for assignment on Friday. Martino also mentions the Reds as a possible suitor for Harvey’s services, and both the Mariners and Rangers have been linked to Harvey. The Giants are […]

Jeff Samardzija Blows Up Monday Versus Phillies

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija continues to be off to a rocky start this season. On Monday night versus the Phillies, Samardzija gave up five runs, three hits and three walks while striking out three batters. Samardzija had very little command and was throwing the ball all over the place. He also gave […]

Ian Happ Goes On Power Surge Monday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ broke out with two home runs and five RBI Monday evening versus the Miami Marlins. Happ has had a tough season dealing with strikeouts and low contact, but he showed his potential with Monday’s performance. Happ continues to be on the wrong side of a platoon with Albert Almora and […]

Addison Russell Picks Up A Pair Of Hits Monday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell went 2-for-4 Monday versus the Miami Marlins. Russell also scored two runs and drove in two runs. Russell got off to an ice-cold start and has picked it up lately, going 12 for his last 40 (.300). Russell is starting to heat up, but he has yet to hit a […]

Ben Zobrist Scores Three Runs On Monday

Chicago Cubs second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist continues to hit well for the Cubs early on in the season and finished Monday’s contest 2-for-4 with three runs scored and a walk. Zobrist may see some extra time with Javier Baez leaving Monday’s game early with right groin tightness.

Kris Bryant Falls A Triple Shy Of The Cycle On Monday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant fell a triple short of the cycle Monday night versus the Miami Marlins. Bryant finished the game 3-for-4 with three runs scored, two RBI and a walk. Bryant now has five home runs and 15 RBI to go along with a .290 batting average and .973 OPS. Bryant remains […]

Kyle Hendricks Pitches Eight Strong Innings Monday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks went eight innings Monday evening versus the Miami Marlins. Hendricks only struck out three hitters, but gave up just two runs on six hits. Hendricks now owns a 3.02 ERA and remains a consistent option for quality starts. His next start is lined up for Sunday versus the Chicago […]

Javier Baez Left Monday’s Start With Groin Tightness

Updating an earlier report, Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez left Monday’s contest early with right groin tightness. Baez should be considered day-to-day for now and it is likely that he may sit on Tuesday. Ben Zobrist is the most likely candidate to take over at second base if Baez is forced to miss any […]

Javier Baez Exits Early Monday Evening

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez (back) left Monday’s game in the top of the seventh inning. Baez was in the field and it appeared that he tweaked something in his back. Baez finished 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI. Tommy La Stella replaced Baez at second base. Baez should be considered day-to-day […]

Yu Darvish Lands On The 10-Day Disabled List

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (flu) has landed on the 10-day disabled list with the flu. Darvish has struggled so far with the Cubs and has a 6.00 ERA over his first 30 innings. Darvish has a strong track record and should improve, but his early season results have not been good. Mike Montgomery […]

Kyle Schwarber Continues To Sit Versus Left-Handers

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will sit Monday as the Cubs face left-hander Jarlin Garcia. Despite his strong start to the season, manager Joe Maddon is not ready to trust Schwarber versus left-handers. At some point it would make sense to give Schwarber a chance against left-handers, but for now fantasy owners should be aware […]

Anthony Rizzo Will Not Start Monday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo will not start Monday evening versus the Miami Marlins. After a rough April, Rizzo has been off to a nice start in May. With a left-hander on the mound Monday and coming off of an extra-inning game Sunday, it makes sense to give Rizzo his rare day off. Victor […]

Johnny Cueto Has Strained Elbow, Will Rest For Six Weeks

After meeting with Dr. James Andrews, it has been determined that San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) has a strained elbow and not a tear. Dr. Andrews recommended that Cueto rest for six weeks. Initial reports had suggested that Cueto may have had to have Tommy John surgery, which would have cost him […]

Willson Contreras Leading Off Sunday Night

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will be in the No. 1 spot Sunday night versus the Cardinals. Contreras has made two starts at the leadoff spot in his career and is 3-for-9 with a home run. Manager Joe Maddon continues to shuffle his lineup on a daily basis and there shouldn’t be too much to […]

Mac Williamson Not Expected Back For A While

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) is expected to remain sidelined for a while. Manager Bruce Bochy said on Sunday that Williamson “more than likely” will have to go to the minor leagues for rehab as he has been out for two weeks due to a concussion. It’s a shame as Williamson was coming […]

Evan Longoria Will Rest Sunday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria will rest Sunday versus the Atlanta Braves. Longoria has been useful in his first season with the Giants and owns a .248 batting average with seven home runs and 19 RBI. Pablo Sandoval will replace Longoria at third base and bat fifth Sunday.

Buster Posey Will Sit Sunday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will rest Sunday afternoon versus the Atlanta Braves. Posey is having a strong season hitting .304 with a pair of home runs and 14 RBI. Nick Hundley will replace Posey and bat fourth. Hundley in limited action has hit everything in sight and has a .340 batting average with […]