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Andrew McCutchen Leads Giants To Walk-Off Victory
San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen delivered a game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning Tuesday to give the Giants the victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. McCutchen finished the game 1-for-3 with a run scored, two RBI and two walks. McCutchen now has two walk-off hits for his new team in the […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoHunter Strickland Blows First Save, Picks Up Win
San Francisco Giants closer Hunter Strickland blew his first save of the season Tuesday evening. Strickland served up a solo home run to Paul Goldschmidt to tie the game in the top of the ninth inning. Strickland was bailed out by outfielder Andrew McCutchen’s game-winning single in the bottom of the ninth to give Strickland his […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoMark Melancon Not Making Any Progress
San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) hasn’t made any progress since starting the season on the disabled list. Melancon has yet to even throw a ball and there is no timetable for his return. Melancon had pronator muscle surgery towards the end of last year and has not fully recovered. He also is dealing […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoJeff Samardzija To Make One More Rehab Start
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (pectoral) will make one more rehab start after feeling good during his most recent outing on Monday. It’s a good sign that Samardzija hasn’t had any setbacks since he went down with the injury. It appears that he will be back much sooner than originally expected and could […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoGiants Place Johnny Cueto On Disabled List
The San Francisco Giants have placed starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (ankle) on the 10-day disabled list with a left ankle sprain. It’s a shame, as Cueto has been off to a hot start. Pitcher Albert Suarez is expected to start Wednesday in place of Cueto, and the club also promoted pitcher Steven Okert to take Cueto’s […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoJohnny Cueto Expected To Miss Wednesday’s Start, Could Be Placed On DL
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (ankle) tweaked his ankle while working out over the weekend. The Giants have yet to decide if Cueto will land on the disabled list, but pitching prospect Andrew Suarez was spotted with the team Tuesday, but no roster move has been made yet. Keep an eye out for […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoJose Abreu Hits Third Home Run In 2018
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu hit his third home run of the season Tuesday afternoon. Abreu is now up to a .268 batting average with three home runs and six RBI. Abreu finished 2-for-5 and remains one of the most consistent hitters in the league.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoAdam Eaton Scratched From Tuesday’s Lineup
Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) has been scratched from Tuesday’s lineup with a left ankle bone bruise. There is no word on how serious the injury is, and the Nationals will likely say more after Tuesday’s game. It comes at a bad time for the Nationals if they were to lose Eaton to the […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoJoe Panik Recieves A Day Off On Tuesday
The San Francisco Giants will rest second baseman Joe Panik on Tuesday as they square off versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. With left-hander Patrick Corbin on the hill, manager Bruce Bochy figured it would be a good time to rest Panik. Panik has been a hit waiver wire pickup early in the season and as long […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoCarson Fulmer Allows Six Walks In Loss Tuesday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carson Fulmer struggled with his control Tuesday afternoon versus the Tampa Bay Rays. In 4 1/3 innings, Fulmer allowed four runs (three earned), five hits, six walks and struck out four. Fulmer is in the rotation because Carlos Rodon (shoulder) is on the disabled list and top pitching prospect Michael […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoJavier Baez Hits A Pair Of Home Runs Tuesday
Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez hit his first two home runs of the season Tuesday evening. He finished the game 2-for-4, but also struck out twice. Baez came into the game hitting just .147 and the hope is that the home runs is what Baez needs to get going.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoTyler Chatwood Struggles Versus Pirates Tuesday
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Tyler Chatwood struggled Tuesday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chatwood went five innings and allowed five runs on eight hits. He also struck out seven and walked one batter. Chatwood will look for better success this weekend versus the Atlanta Braves.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoWelington Castillo Exits Tuesday’s Game With Sore Right Knee
Chicago White Sox catcher Welington Castillo (knee) left Tuesday’s game in the sixth inning with a sore right knee. Castillo was replaced by Omar Narvaez. Castillo finished 0-for-2 on the day and remains day-to-day. More should be known on his status after Tuesday’s game.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoEloy Jimenez Plays In Extended Spring Training Game
Chicago White Sox outfielder and top prospect Eloy Jimenez (pectoral) went 0-for-4 in an extended Spring Training game Monday. Jimenez has begun the year in extended Spring Training with a pectoral injury, but when he is ready, Jimenez will start the season in Double-A Birmingham. The White Sox plan to keep Jimenez in extended Spring […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoYolmer Sanchez Sits Versus Rays Tuesday
Chicago White Sox third baseman Yolmer Sanchez will be given the day off Tuesday afternoon versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Sanchez is off to a nice start with a .290 batting average to go along with a home run and eight RBI. Sanchez offers sneaky value in AL-only leagues and should be monitored in deeper […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoMichael Kopech Strikes Out Eight Monday For Triple-A Charlotte
Chicago White Sox top pitching prospect Michael Kopech struck out eight hitters Monday in a Triple-A start. Kopech was on Monday in addition to the strikeouts, as he only allowed two hits over four innings. He did walk two batters, but overall he had a very fine performance. Kopech was working on his third pitch […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoRonald Acuna Hitless In Triple-A
Atlanta Braves top outfield prospect Ronald Acuna has been hitless so far for Triple-A Gwinnett. It shouldn’t be much to worry about, as he has only had 11 at-bats. Acuna had a monster spring and is expected to be called up as early as mid to late April. The sky is the limit for the talented […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoBen Zobrist To Hit Third And Play First Base Tuesday
Chicago Cubs utilityman Ben Zobrist will play first base Tuesday with first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) placed on the 10-day disabled list earlier in the day. Zobrist is off to a hot start and is worthy of some run, as he will likely get the majority of the starts with Rizzo on the shelf.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoCubs Officially Place Anthony Rizzo On Disabled List, Call Up Efren Navarro
The Chicago Cubs have officially placed first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) on the 10-day disabled list with back tightness. Rizzo’s disabled list stint will be backdated to this past Friday and that will allow him to be activated next Monday versus the Cardinals. Journeyman first baseman Efren Navarro will take his spot on the roster and […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoAnthony Rizzo Lands On Disabled List
Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. Rizzo hasn’t played since this last Thursday, so his DL stint should be backdated to Friday. That would allow Rizzo to return next Monday versus the Cardinals. Backup catcher Victor Caratini has […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoLeury Garcia Steals Two Bases Monday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Leury Garcia stole two bases on Monday versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Garcia drew his second consecutive start over outfielder Adam Engel and made the most of it. Garcia finished the game 2-for-5 with a pair of singles and it looks like he has a chance to run away with the […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoNick Delmonico Hits First Home Run Monday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico hit his first home run of the season Monday. The two-run shot came off of Tampa Bay Rays starter Chris Archer. Delmonico has been off to a cold start and hopefully the home run will get him going. He finished 2-for-4 with a run scored, a walk and a strikeout.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoMiguel Gonzalez Struggles Versus Rays Monday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez struggled Monday versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Gonzalez went 4 1/3 innings in which he allowed eight hits and four runs. He also allowed two walks and didn’t record a strikeout. Gonzalez doesn’t hold much value and should be on the waiver wire. He’ll look to bounce back […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoYoan Moncada Picks Up Two Hits Monday
Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada drew two walks and went 2-for-3 with two singles and two runs scored. He also struck out once. Moncada has gotten off two a slow start, but this is his second two-hit game in the past three games. He remains a potential 20/20 threat and should be owned […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoTyler Beede To Start For Giants Wednesday
The San Francisco Giants will call up top pitching prospect Tyler Beede. Beede will start Wednesday versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. Beede has good potential, but it’s unsure how long he will be up with Jeff Samardzija (pectoral) expected back in the middle of April. He should be monitored in NL-only leagues and deeper mixed leagues, […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoLeury Garcia Draws Second Consecutive Start
Chicago White Sox outfielder Leury Garcia will once again start over Adam Engel. It will be the second straight start for Garcia and it appears with Engel struggling that Garcia may be able to hold onto the center field job. Garcia hasn’t hit much better than Engel, but did hit .270 with nine home runs […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoWelington Castillo Out Of Monday’s Lineup
Chicago White Sox catcher Welington Castillo will get a day off Monday afternoon versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Castillo has a pair of home runs on the young season and has the potential to be a top-10 catcher this year. Backup catcher Omar Narvaez will replace Castillo Monday and bat ninth. In a tough matchup […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoMatt Davidson Out Of Monday’s Lineup
Chicago White Sox designated hitter Matt Davidson will rest Monday afternoon versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Davidson has four home runs, including a three-home run game on Opening Day. Davidson has cooled off and has just three hits over his last 21 at-bats. He will help your team with power, but his batting average will […]
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoCubs And Pirates Postponed Monday
The Chicago Cubs have postponed their home opener versus the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday afternoon. Snow has hit the area and with a day off Tuesday, the Cubs decided to push the game back a day. Make sure to remove any Cubs or Pirates you may have in your starting lineups for Monday's action.
Daniel Burdeen 7 years agoAnthony Rizzo Out For Fourth Straight Game
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) will miss his fourth straight game on Monday. Rizzo has been sidelined since Friday with back tightness. Ben Zobrist will fill in for Rizzo and is off to a hot start this season. He is worthy of a DFS play as long as Rizzo is out.
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