Leury Garcia Starting Sunday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Leury Garcia will start over Adam Engel Sunday. Garcia is 3-for-9 this year and is worth a dart throw in DFS leagues. The White Sox will face off versus Mike Fiers who is making his season debut.

White Sox Promote Bruce Rondon

The Chicago White Sox have called up relief pitcher Bruce Rondon. Rondon has always had powerful stuff, but has struggled with his command. He owns a career 5.00 ERA in parts of four seasons with the Tigers over 123 games. The White Sox are hoping that Don Cooper, one of the games best pitching coaches […]

Albert Almora Leading Off Sunday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora will be at the top of the Cubs order on Sunday. Outfielder Ian Happ who has struggled will shift to the bench. Almora has also struggled and is hitting just .167 over 18 at-bats. It’s still early in the season, but manager Joe Maddon has been rotating Almora and Happ […]

Javier Baez Gets Sunday Off

The Chicago Cubs will rest second baseman Javier Baez Sunday afternoon. Baez has been off to a cold start, with only four hits over his first 26 at-bats. Baez should get it going sooner or later and remains a useful middle infielder in all formats. Ben Zobrist will start at second base and bat third […]

Anthony Rizzo Remains Out Of Sunday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) remains out of Sunday’s lineup with back tightness. This marks the third consecutive game that Rizzo will miss, but it doesn’t appear that he will need a disabled list stint. Victor Caratini will once again play first base and bat seventh. Rizzo remains day-to-day.

Joe Panik Adds Three More Hits Saturday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik continued hit hit start to the 2018 season by adding three more hits on Saturday. Panik was 3-for-7 with two walks. The second baseman is now hitting .393 with three home runs. Panik is too hot to leave on the waiver wire and should be owned as long […]

Buster Posey Hits First Home Run Of 2018

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey hit his first home run of the season Saturday. Posey crushed two-run blast off Rich Hill in the bottom of the fourth inning. Posey finished the game 1-for-5 and also drew a walk. He remains one of the top catchers in all formats and is now hitting .280.

Andrew McCutchen Caps Off Big Day With Walk-Off Home Run Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder did it all Saturday night versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. The outfielder went 6-for-7 which included a double and a two-run walk-off home run. It was a break out game for McCutchen who had just two hits entering Saturday’s contest. McCutchen also scored two runs and drove in four runs. McCutchen […]

Brandon Morrow Picks Up First Save

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow finally got in a game, making his debut Saturday. Morrow allowed one hit and struck out two batters. Morrow is in his first season as a full time closer, but so far, so good.

Ian Happ Comes Through With Game Winning Hit

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ hit a two-run double to give the Cubs the lead and victory Saturday afternoon. Happ was 0-for-4 with three strikeouts prior to prior to his ninth inning at-bat. Happ is off to a slow start, but should still be rostered as he can be of big help once he gets […]

Kris Bryant Hits Second Home Run

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant hit his second home run of the season Saturday. It was a rocket off of Zach Davies in the top of the 6th inning. Bryant finished the game 3-for-3 adding a single, triple and also drawing a walk. He remains of the best offensive options in the game.

Yu Darvish Strikes Out Nine In No Decision

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish struck out nine batters and allowed one run on two hits Saturday. He also allowed one walk. Darvish bounced back in a good way after a rough debut. Darvish remains one of the best strikeout pitchers in the league and should be started every time he takes the hill. […]

White Sox Send Down Juan Minaya To Triple-A

The Chicago White Sox announced on Saturday that they have sent relief pitcher Juan Minaya down to Triple-A. Minaya walked four batters Saturday and allowed one run while recording zero outs. In three outing so far, Minaya has allowed five walks and three runs in just one inning. He should be back up as he […]

Lucas Giolito Roughed Up Saturday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito struggled Saturday versus the Tigers. Giolito gave up five runs, four hits, three walks and struck out four. It was a rough outing for Giolito who will look for better results next Thursday in a road matchup versus the Twins.

Yoan Moncada Picks Up A Pair Of Hits Saturday

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada picked up two hits Saturday afternoon. The leagues for top prospect has been off to a cold start, but it was good to see him hit a double and single. Moncada also drew a walk. Moncada finished the game 2-for-4 with a run scored to up his average […]

Jeff Samardzija To Throw In Extended Spring Training Game Monday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (pectoral) will throw in an extended Spring Training game Monday. Samardzija also threw a 40-pitch bullpen session Friday. Samardzija has been making steady progress and may be able to return by the end of April.

Addison Russell Gets Saturday Off

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will get a day of rest Saturday. Russell has been off to a good start this year with a .308 batting average. Second baseman Javier Baez will slide over to shortstop and Tommy La Stella will bat fifth and play second base. Russell should be back in the lineup Sunday.

Anthony Rizzo Remains Out Of Saturday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) remains out of Saturday’s lineup with back tightness. Manager Joe Maddon believes the injury is minor, but it makes sense to play it safe by resting Rizzo. Victor Caratini will once again start first base and bat sixth. Rizzo remains day-to-day.

Kyle Hendricks Gives Up Four Runs Friday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks gave up a pair of two-run home runs to Eric Thames and Travis Shaw Friday evening. Hendricks was cruising before then, but only lasted five innings. There should be nothing to worry about with Hendricks who remains one of the more consistent pitchers in all of baseball. He’ll square […]

Anthony Rizzo Scratched With Back Tightness

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) has been scratched from Friday’s lineup with lower back tightness. The move is considered to be precautionary and Rizzo should be considered day-to-day. Catcher Victor Caratini will play first base tonight and bat sixth.

Chris Stratton To Pitch Saturday, Derek Holland Will Pitch Monday

The San Francisco Giants have shuffled up their rotation with Chris Stratton and Ty Blach being moved up to Saturday and Sunday. Derek Holland will be pushed back to Monday. None of the mentioned pictures hold much value at moment aside from streaming.

Giants Still Have Not Named Fifth Starter

The San Francisco Giants have yet to name their fifth starter for the 2018 season. The Giants won’t need a fifth starter until April 11 versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Giants could turn to their top pitching prospect Tyler Beede or other internal options such as Chris Heston or Albert Suarez. Regardless of who gets […]

Ben Zobrist Leading Off Friday, Ian Happ To Bench

Chicago Cubs second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist will hit first Friday night and play right field. Jason Heyward will shift to center field and Ian Happ will move to the bench. Zobrist has been off to a nice start, while Happ has struck out in 56 percent of his at-bats thus far after a monster spring. […]

Jason Heyward Comes Up With Pinch-Hit Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward hit a pinch-hit two-run home run Thursday. Heyward has been a mega bust since signing an eight-year, $184 million deal with the Cubs prior to the 2016 season. Heyward remains best served for defensive purposes and should be avoided in most mixed leagues for now.

Addison Russell Picks Up Two More Hits Thursday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell went 2-for-5 Thursday versus the Brewers. Russell had a double and scored one run with one RBI. Russell is looking to bounce back in 2018 and has been hitting the ball well so far with a .304 batting average.

Willson Contreras Picks Up Three Hits Thursday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras picked up three hits Thursday night versus the Brewers, including a double. Contreras also drew a walk and scored a run. Contreras should be one of the top producers at the catcher position and is hitting .280 so far.

Jon Lester Goes Six Strong Innings Thursday

After a rough start on Opening Day, Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester bounced back on Thursday versus the Brewers. Lester went six innings and allowed zero runs on three hits. He also struck out six batters and issued one walk. It’s a nice recovery for Lester and he will square off versus the Pirates […]

Joakim Soria Blows Up Thursday

Chicago White Sox closer Joakim Soria exploded on Thursday to the tune of three runs and four hits in the top of the ninth inning. Soria had pitched well in his previous outings and has recorded two saves this season, but with Nate Jones breathing down his neck, Soria may not have a long leash […]

Yolmer Sanchez Picks Up Three Hits

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yolmer Sanchez continues his hot start to the 2018 season. Sanchez went 3-for-5 on Thursday with two triples and a single. He also drove in three runs. Sanchez is hitting .400 on the young season and is worthy of consideration in AL-only leagues.

Avisail Garcia Continues To Hit The Ball Well

Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia continues to hit in 2018. Garcia finished Thursday evening going 2-for-5 with two runs scored. He is now hitting .333. Garcia is trying to prove that 2017 was no fluke and should be owned in all leagues.