Jose Alvarez Will Miss Remainder Of Regular Season

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed pitcher Jose Alvarez is not guaranteed to return in 2020 after sustaining a testicular contusion Aug. 20, but manager Joe Girardi made clear Thursday that if he does return, it won’t be until the postseason. Should Philadelphia be on the outside looking in come the playoffs, Alvarez will finish the year with […]

Yandy Diaz, Mike Zunino Could Return Before Playoffs

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz and catcher Mike Zunino could both be back prior to the start of the 2020 postseason, manager Kevin Cash confirmed prior to Thursday’s game against Boston. Diaz landed on the IL on Sept. 1 due to a hamstring strain, with Zunino having been out since Aug. 26 with […]

Nate Jones Returns Off Paternity List Thursday

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Nate Jones was activated off of the paternity list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the Cubs. In a corresponding move, the team optioned right-hander Jose De Leon to its taxi squad. Jones has proven to be a vital cog in the Cincinnati bullpen, having amassed four holds and struck out a […]

Johan Oviedo Lands On IL, Could Return Soon

St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Thursday, but not due to a positive test of his own. Having come in contact with someone who did test positive, Oviedo has been self-quarantined and has tested negative, which clears a path for him returning as soon as next week. […]

Walker Buehler Lands On IL Again With Blister Issue

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the D-backs due to a recurring blister ailment. Buehler has posted a 3.86 ERA through his first seven starts this year, having been sidetracked by a blister previously. Additionally, the team recalled righty Joe Kelly, but […]

Caleb Smith Will Make D-backs Debut Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Caleb Smith will make his first start for the organization Friday against Seattle. Smith has made just one start this year before his 2020 was sidelined by the COVID-19 outbreak within the Marlins' organization. Dealt to Arizona at the Trade Deadline in the Starling Marte deal, Smith is a high-upside arm […]

Wade Miley Sustains Setback, Not Available Over Weekend

Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Wade Miley was expected to return to the club’s rotation against the Cardinals this weekend, but he has sustained a setback that will make that an impossibility. The Reds have a plethora of starting options with Miley not available, namely Tyler Mahle and Tejay Antone, who have exceeded expectations with the […]

James Paxton Shut Down Again After Side Session

New York Yankees left-handed pitcher James Paxton is what manager Aaron Boone describes as “a little sore” after throwing his most recent session Wednesday. That soreness will force him to sit at least the next few days, further clouding his timeline for a potential return prior to the start of the postseason. Fantasy managers hanging […]

Austin Nola Starts Thursday, Jason Castro Sits Versus Righty

San Diego Padres catcher Austin Nola will get the start behind the dish Thursday against San Francisco and right-hander Trevor Cahill, bypassing Jason Castro, who figured to see the vast majority of starts versus righties over the final two-plus weeks. The Padres have a plethora of catching options in the wake of their Trade Deadline […]

Justin Turner Not Slated To Make Return Until Next Week

Initially, the Los Angeles Dodgers were targeting this weekend for the activation of third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) from the injured list, but prior to Thursday’s contest, manager Dave Roberts bumped that timeline back by a few days. The club instead is aiming for early next week when they take on the Padres as a […]

Zack Godley Hits IL With Flexor Strain

Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Zack Godley was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Thursday’s contest against Tampa Bay due to a flexor strain in his right elbow. The club recalled left-hander Matt Hall to take Godley’s spot on the roster, with the ailment further debilitating a pitching staff already in shambles amid […]

Mookie Betts Makes First Start Of Season At Second Base

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts is shifting into the infield for at least a night, as Betts will make his first start at the keystone since 2014 on Thursday against Arizona. A second baseman during his time in the Minor Leagues, Betts reportedly has pitched the idea of moving into the infield on occasion […]

Orioles-Yankees Postponed Thursday, DH Set For Friday

The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees have been rained out Thursday, with the clubs set to participate in a traditional, seven-inning doubleheader Friday. Baltimore will get right-hander Alex Cobb back, as he is set to start Game 1, as Keegan Akin will slide down into the Game 2 start. New York is sticking with […]

Emilio Pagan Returns From IL Stint Thursday

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Emilio Pagan was activated off of the injured list prior to Thursday’s contest versus the Giants. Pagan landed on the IL due to inflammation in his right biceps on Sept. 2, although he hasn’t allowed a run in his past four appearances. San Diego brought aboard Trevor Rosenthal at the […]

Isan Diaz Earns Recall Thursday, Not In Lineup

Miami Marlins second baseman Isan Diaz was brought back to the Major League roster Thursday after having opted out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns back in July. Jazz Chisholm will hold down second base Thursday versus the Phillies, but expect Diaz to see the vast majority of duties there over the final […]

Matt Harvey Loses Starting Spot, Carlos Hernandez Elevated

Kansas City Royals right-handed pitcher Matt Harvey will be removed from the club’s starting rotation moving forward, paving the way for 23-year-old rookie Carlos Hernandez to take his spot. Harvey has been hit tremendously hard in 2020, producing a bottom one percentile ranking in exit velocity (92.9 MPH), xSLG (.709), and xwOBA (.469). Conversely, Hernandez […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/10/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Another day behind the wheel, more time for thoughts about how to shape up today’s FanDuel column. Fortunately for both sanity and DFS production, I’ve reached my destination, but I’ll always hold fondly the memories of Clint Frazier’s mashing at Yankee Stadium and how it should make him an elite selection moving forward.  For comparison’s […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/8/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Yours truly had ample time to mentally dive through Tuesday’s selections as I trekked across the country and rocked out with energy drinks. That isn’t a predictor of success, of course, but let’s just say that I thought about Brandon Belt’s recent hot stretch, how electric Tyler Mahle has looked, and J.D. Davis’ splits against […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (9/7/20): NBA DFS Lineups

Just how many multi-game slates are left in the 2019-20 season remains to be seen. The duo of Boston-Toronto and LA Clippers-Denver has proven to be immensely competitive, with both series tied entering play Monday. All four teams have showcased their best for one another, so finding an untapped edge is going to be difficult. […]

Danny Santana Done For 2020, Willie Calhoun Expected Back

Texas Rangers first baseman/designated hitter Danny Santana has been confirmed to be out for the rest of the 2020 year due to a sprained right elbow. He appeared in just 15 contests after his breakout 2019 campaign, but was able to slash just .145/.238/.273. The news isn’t all bad for the Rangers, who are expected […]

Corey Kluber, Jose Leclerc To Miss Remainder Of 2020

The Texas Rangers will be without right-handed pitchers Corey Kluber and Jose Leclerc for the rest of the season after it was confirmed Saturday that both will need more time to recover from injuries before returning to the hill. Kluber pitched all of one inning in 2020 after a blockbuster trade, hitting the IL due […]

Jose Urquidy, Brad Peacock Rejoin Active Roster Saturday

The Houston Astros regained a pair of right-handed pitchers prior to Saturday’s doubleheader against the Angels with Jose Urquidy and Brad Peacock being activated off of the injured list. Urquidy, the club’s No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, is slated to make his 2020 debut by starting the second game of the DH on Saturday. […]

Alex Avila Lands On IL With Back Tightness

Minnesota Twins catcher Alex Avila was placed on the injured list prior to Saturday's contest versus Detroit due to tightness in his lower back. Avila was both scratched from the lineup and then removed from a contest early in back-to-back days earlier in the week. Willians Astudillo was recalled from the club's alternate site and […]

Elvis Andrus, Rougned Odor Not Full-Time Players Down Stretch

Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward revealed Saturday that shortstop Elvis Andrus and second baseman Rougned Odor would not be everyday players over the final three-plus weeks of the 2020 season. Woodward opted for playing Anderson Tejeda at short over Andrus on Saturday, while Odor remains on the IL. Both Andrus and Odor are under contract […]

Baltimore Claims Carson Fulmer Off Waivers

Right-handed pitcher Carson Fulmer will join his fourth organization in the past three months after having been claimed off waivers by the Orioles on Saturday. Fulmer was the No. 8 overall pick in the 2015 MLB Draft, but has yet to find success at the big league level with a 6.57 ERA across 51 appearances […]

Milwaukee Skips Josh Lindblom’s Turn In Rotation

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Josh Lindblom will not make his upcoming start, as the team has opted to skip his turn through the rotation. With two off-days planned over the upcoming week, Milwaukee will look elsewhere for outs after Lindblom has compiled a 6.46 ERA through his first seven starts. Despite the shaky outings, Lindblom […]

Matt Harvey Gets Another Start, Will Pitch Sunday

Kansas City Royals right-handed pitcher Matt Harvey will rejoin the club’s rotation for Sunday’s contest against the White Sox. Harvey worked out of relief Thursday, but threw just 12 pitches, which shouldn’t hamper his workload, although he is likely to be used merely as an opener. Despite his return to the starting staff, fantasy managers […]

DJ LeMahieu Gets Day Off Saturday

New York Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu is not among the starting nine for Saturday’s contest versus the Orioles, with manager Aaron Boone confirming that LeMahieu was simply getting a day of rest. Tyler Wade will hold down the keystone with Aaron Hicks slotting into the leadoff spot. Having delivered a .380 average through his […]

Ozzie Albies Nears Return, Set For Live BP

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies is set to face live batting practice over each of the next two days, with the ultimate plan being that he could rejoin the big league lineup as soon as next week. With no Minor League games to rehab at in 2020, Atlanta plans on allowing him to play […]

David Peterson Will Rejoin Rotation For Monday Start

New York Mets left-handed pitcher David Peterson will slot back into the club’s starting rotation next week against Philadelphia, set to start Monday after making one relief appearance. Through six appearances (five starts) this year, Peterson has compiled a 3.03 ERA and 141 ERA+, although he has gone at least six frames just once. With […]