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Alec Mills Throws No-Hitter
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Alec Mills threw a no-hitter on Sunday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Mills did allow three walks, but also struck out five. The right-hander has been a very nice surprise for the Cubs this season and has held his own since earning the fifth rotation spot out of camp. Mills is now […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoNick Madrigal Sitting On Sunday
Chicago White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal will be on the bench Sunday against the Tigers. The rookie has been a hitting machine since being returning from the injured list with a shoulder machine. He is hitting .362 with seven RBI on the season and will be replaced by Danny Mendick. Mendick will bat eighth […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoLuis Robert Resting On Sunday
Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert will get a rare day off on Sunday versus the Tigers. Robert has been in a bit of slump recently with just four hits in his last 25 at-bats. Jarrod Dyson will replace Robert and bat ninth. He can be avoided in all formats. Robert remains one of the […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoMike Williams Not Expected To Suit Up For Week 1
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (shoulder) is not expected to suit up on Sunday against the Bengals in Week 1. Williams hurt his shoulder early in camp and was limited in practice throughout the week. Williams is coming off of a strong season with 89 catches and 1001 yards, but has downgraded at […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoTim Anderson Picks Up Four Hits
Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson continues his career year with a 4-for-5 outing against the Tigers on Saturday. Anderson also scored twice and drove in a run. The shortstop had an injured groin earlier in the season, but has been on fire when he’s been on the field. He is now hitting a ridiculous […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoReynaldo Lopez Picks Up First Victory
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez filled in for Dallas Keuchel (back) and put together his best start of the season on Saturday against the Detroit Tigers. Lopez was recently demoted after an awful start to 2020. Lopez responded on Saturday by going five innings and allowing three hits, zero runs, one walk and […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJose Abreu States Case For MVP With Seven RBI Night
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu continues to state his case for MVP with another strong performance on Saturday. The slugger went 4-for-4 with a walk, five runs scored, seven RBI and a pair of dingers versus the division rival Detroit Tigers. Abreu has been absolutely on fire this season and the strong outing […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJason Heyward Plays Hero On Saturday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward played hero for the Cubs on Saturday night versus the Milwaukee Brewers. With the Cubs down 2-0 in the top of the ninth inning, Heyward took Josh Hader deep with a three-run blast to put the Cubs on top. The Cubs offense as a whole has been a disappointment this […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoKyle Hendricks Has Strong Outing
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher put together a strong outing on Saturday against the Brewers. The Professor went 7 2/3 innings and allowed six hits, two runs, zero walks and struck out seven. Hendricks fell victim to a two-run homer by Ryan Braun, but was on his game otherwise. Hendricks now owns a cool 3.29 ERA […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCraig Kimbrel Snags Second Save
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel picked up his second save of the season on Saturday versus the Brewers. Kimbrel has really struggled this year and Jeremy Jeffress who has been acting as the teams closer was unavailable, because he’s pitched in three of the last four days. Kimbrel started the inning by allowing a […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCameron Maybin Scratched From Saturday’s Lineup Versus Brewers
Chicago Cubs outfielder Cameron Maybin (stomach) has been scratched from Saturday’s matchup with a stomach ailment. Maybin has been getting a lot of run with his new club, but doesn’t offer much value to managers with just one stolen base on the year. Ildemaro Vargas will replace Maybin in the lineup and bat eighth. Vargas […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCubs Bench Slumping Anthony Rizzo On Saturday
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo will rest on Saturday against the Brewers. It’s just a routine day off for Rizzo and the move will shift third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant over time first base. Rizzo has just three hits over his last 28 at-bats and a day of rest may be what he needs to […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoLucas Giolito Picks Up No-Decision On Friday
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito last 5 2/3 innings Friday night versus the Detroit Tigers. The All-Star allowed four hits, three runs, four walks and recorded seven K’s in a no-decision. Giolito struggled with his control in this contest as evidenced by his four free passes, but managers shouldn’t be worried as it […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoEloy Jimenez Continues Strong Season
Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Friday’s victory against the Tigers. The sluggers home run ended up being the difference maker and his strong season continues. Jimenez is now hitting .285 with 12 home runs and 33 RBI. One of the games most talented young stars, Jimenez […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoJon Lester Goes Six Scoreless Innings
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester finally put together a strong start on Friday versus the Brewers. The veteran has really been having a rough season, but threw six scoreless innings Friday night. The lefty only allowed three hits, two walks and struck out eighth. Despite the strong performance, Lester still owns a 5.05 ERA […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoCarlos Rodon Expected To Return This Season
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) is expected to return this season. General manager Rick Hahn was optimistic on Friday that the lefty would be back in some capacity. Rodon has been open to pitcher out of the bullpen, but the Sox have also had struggles in their starting rotation. The lefty allowed […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoWillson Contreras Continues To Swing A Hot Bat
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras stayed on Thursday versus the Reds. The All-Star catcher has really gotten going over the last few weeks and contributed with four hits in as many at-bats. He also drew a walk and scored a run to go along with one RBI. Contreras is making up for a slow start […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAnthony Rizzo Picks Up A Pair Of Hits
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo went 2-for-4 with a walk, run scored and RBI on Thursday against the Reds. Rizzo has really been struggling of late and it was a good sign to see him get going. Rizzo tends to go hot and cold, but at the end of the day remains a consistent […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoKris Bryant Starting To Warm Up
Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant went 2-for-4 with a walk on Thursday against the Reds. Bryant has been having a really rough year, but now has two hits in three of four games and is 6-for-14 over that span. It’s a small sample size, but it is encouraging for managers who will take anything […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoAdbert Alzolay Only Lasts 3 2/3 Innings
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Adbert Alzolay only lasted 3 2/3 versus the Reds on Thursday. Alzolay was coming off of a rough start and gave up three hits, three runs, two walks and struck out a pair of Reds. The prospect figures to remain in the rotation with Jose Quintana (lat) and Tyler Chatwood (back) […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoNico Hoerner Swipes Third Stolen Base
Chicago Cubs second baseman Nick Hoerner went 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run and a stolen base on Thursday versus the Reds. Hoerner was lifted in the bottom of the seventh inning for pinch-runner Billy Hamilton. The youngster has split his time at second base with veteran Jason Kipnis and neither has ran away with […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoDarrel Williams Picks Up Seven Rushes And Two Catches
Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams was the clear backup to Clyde Edwards-Helaire on Thursday night versus the Houston Texans. Williams rushed seven times for 23 yards and also picked up a pair of receptions for seven yards. Williams got most of his action third downs. With the way Edwards-Helaire performed on Thursday, it's […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoSammy Watkins Continues To Enjoy Week 1
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins put together another strong opening game on Thursday versus the Houston Texans. Watkins led the Chiefs with both targets at nine and receptions with seven. He also chipped in for a team high 82 yards and one touchdown. Watkins seems to always love the opening game and managers […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoTyreek Hill Scores Touchdown
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill went for five receptions, 46 yards and a touchdown on Thursday night versus the Houston Texans. The Cheetah was shut down for only one reception in the first half, but rewarded his managers with a strong second half. Texans cornerback Bradley Roby did a good job controlling Hill. […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoTravis Kelce Goes For 60 Yards And A Touchdown
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce had five grabs for 60 yards and a touchdown on Thursday night against the Texans. Kelce had a strong first half, but the Texans Defense adjusted to him in the second half. The leagues top tight end still had a solid evening and should continue to do so […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoClyde Edwards-Helaire Shines In NFL Debut
Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire had a magnificent debut on Thursday night against the Houston Texans. The rookie running back had 25 rushes and put up 138 yards including a 19-yard touchdown. The rookie running back also was targeted twice in the passing game, but did not make a catch. Edwards-Helaire lived up […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoPatrick Mahomes Throws For Three Touchdowns In Week 1
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes started his season on a high note on Thursday night against the Houston Texans. The Super Bowl MVP was 24-for-32 and racked up just 211 yards, but threw for three touchdowns with zero interceptions. It’s no shock to fantasy managers that Mahomes is one of the best options in […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoReynaldo Lopez Recalled
The Chicago White Sox have recalled starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez from their alternative training facility. Lopez has had a rough year with a shoulder injury and he has really struggled on the mound when active. He was recently optioned and owns an unimpressive 8.38 ERA in four starts and 9 2/3 innings.
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoDallas Keuchel Placed On 10-Day Injured List
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel (back) has been sidelined with back spasms and was placed on the 10-day injured list on Thursday, retroactive to Sept. 7. The veteran lefty made an early exit on Sunday, and the team announced on Wednesday he wouldn’t pitch in his upcoming start. However, they expect him to […]
Daniel Burdeen 4 years agoYu Darvish Picks Up Tough Loss
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish put together a quality start in his second loss of the season on Wednesday versus the Reds. Darvish struggled in the first inning and allowed all three of his runs, before settling down to go six innings. The Cy Young candidate also allowed two hits, three walks and recorded […]
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