Alex Wood Progressing Well

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Alex Wood (COVID-19) has been feeling better as of late after testing positive for COVID-19 and hitting the injured list on August 30. According to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, the hope is that he'll be able to get some baseball activities in over the weekend. Wood's having […]

Jared Walsh Compiles Two Hits Monday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh got on base twice during Monday's 4-0 loss to the Texas Rangers, singling twice in four at-bats. He was one of the few Angels hitters who mustered anything against the Rangers pitching, which allowed just five hits. The game extended Walsh's hitting streak to seven games, during which […]

Jaime Barria Achieves Quality Start In Loss

Los Angeles right-hander Jaime Barria (2-3) took the loss in Monday's 4-0 game against the Texas Rangers but still managed a quality start. He threw seven innings, allowing three runs, eight hits, and added three strikeouts to no walks. It's the second time in his eight starts this season that he's completed seven innings and […]

Francisco Mejia OK After Early Exit

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Francisco Mejia (shoulder) received treatment and is feeling better after a right shoulder contusion during Monday's game against the Boston Red Sox, according to manager Kevin Cash. He left the game in the seventh inning, replaced by Mike Zunino. Prior to his exit, he was 0-for-3. Mejia is having arguably his […]

Kike Hernandez, Danny Santana Should Be Back Tuesday

The Boston Red Sox might get some needed reinforcements on Tuesday, as manager Alex Cora said he expects second baseman/outfielder Kike Hernandez and infielder/outfielder Danny Santana to both return to the club. The Red Sox have been ravished recently by a virus outbreak that has sidelined nine players thus far, including Hernandez and Santana. The former is […]

Dane Dunning Throws Bullpen Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Dane Dunning threw a 23-pitch live bullpen session on Monday, Levi Weaver of The Athletic reports. Dunning was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on Aug. 25 after the team had a virus outbreak during a series against the Boston Red Sox. Over 22 starts, Dunning is 5-8 with a 4.31 ERA, […]

Willie Calhoun Begins Rehab Monday

Texas Rangers outfielder/designated hitter Willie Calhoun (forearm) will begin a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Monday, according to Levi Weaver of The Athletic. Calhoun has been on the injured list since June 27 after fracturing his left ulna in his forearm. He underwent surgery to fix the issue and has been working […]

Mike Yastrzemski Misses Monday With Illness

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski was absent from Monday's lineup against the Colorado Rockies, and according to manager Gabe Kapler, he wasn't feeling well from something he ate. It's good news for fantasy managers, as they can breathe easy knowing there's no injury, and he should be back in the next couple of days. […]

Kris Bryant Exits Early Monday

San Francisco Giants third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant left Monday's game against the Colorado Rockies prematurely with wrist discomfort. According to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, he came out as a precaution with the Giants leading 10-2 at the time. Bryant, traded from the Chicago Cubs at the deadline, has gotten back on track […]

Janson Junk Roughed Up In Debut

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Janson Junk (0-1) didn't have the debut he hoped for, taking the loss in just 3.2 innings against the Texas Rangers on Sunday. He allowed five runs (one earned) on six hits, one walk, two home runs, and picked up a pair of strikeouts. Junk, acquired in the Andrew Heaney trade, […]

Jack Mayfield Picks Up Two Hits Sunday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Jack Mayfield had a good day at the dish on Sunday, going 2-for-4 in the 7-3 loss to the Texas Rangers. He doubled in the sixth inning and also scored a run. Since the release of shortstop Jose Iglesias, Mayfield has had everyday playtime in the Angels infield. He's having a […]

Nolan Arenado Gets Breather Monday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado will take a seat on the bench for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB.com. There are no injury concerns with the all-star, just a chance to give him some rest. Matt Carpenter will play third and bat fifth in his place. Arenado's in the […]

Avisail Garcia Remains Out Of Lineup Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Avisail Garcia (hamstring/back) is absent from the starting lineup for a fourth straight game for Monday's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. Garcia has been dealing with tightness in his back and hamstring but continues to be day-to-day. He is in the middle of a productive year at the plate, in which he's […]

David Bote Expected Back Soon

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote (ankle) is close to returning to game action, according to Cubs bench coach Andy Green. Bote landed on the injured list on August 28 after spraining his right ankle. This season hasn't been kind to Bote, as he's slashed just .202/.270/.339 with eight home runs over 78 games. Once he […]

Julian Merryweather Back With The Team

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Julian Merryweather (oblique) is with the club in New York and is expected to return from the injured list, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Merryweather hasn't pitched since April 13 after straining his oblique and landing on the IL. Before being sidelined, he pitched well in 4.1 innings, allowing […]

Keibert Ruiz Out Of Monday's Lineup

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (knee) is not in Monday's lineup against the New York Mets. According to Jesse Doughtery, he is day-to-day after fouling a ball off his left knee during Saturday's game. Alex Avila will get the catching duties for the time being. Ruiz, who the Dodgers traded to the Nationals at the […]

Dominic Smith Returns Monday

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith has come off the bereavement list, in time for Monday's game against the Washington Nationals. In a corresponding move, the Mets have optioned catcher Chance Sisco. Smith has had a subpar year thus far, slashing .247/.307/.365 with 11 HRs, 55 RBI, and 41 runs across 125 games. The […]

Jo Adell Goes 1-for-3 Saturday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell collected one hit in three at-bats in Saturday's 4-1 victory over the Texas Rangers. The hit was just a single, and he also stole a base and struck out once. He's slashing .224/.272/.318 with one home run and two stolen bases over 29 games this season. Adell has greatly […]

Jose Suarez Goes The Distance

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Suarez (6-7) threw a one-run complete game against the Texas Rangers in Saturday's 4-1 win. He had eight strikeouts, no walks, and allowed five hits across the nine innings. It was the longest start of his career, and the first time he's gone more than 5.2 innings this season. […]

Franmil Reyes Absent From Saturday's Lineup

Cleveland Indians outfielder/designated hitter Franmil Reyes is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Boston Red Sox, according to MLB.com. Reyes will look to reset after going 1 for his last 19 with 11 strikeouts. Third baseman Jose Ramirez will be the DH in Reyes' spot. He's had a great year at the […]

Jake Lamb Could Be Available Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays infielder/outfielder Jake Lamb may be available to play in Saturday's game against the Oakland Athletics, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Lamb was claimed off of waivers from the Chicago White Sox on Friday and has hit .212 with six home runs and a .389 slugging over 43 games this season. It's […]

Wander Franco Playing Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (head) is in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Franco missed Friday's game after exiting the game before with a headache. The young phenom has been productive in 56 games since his call-up, slashing .275/.339/.455 with seven home […]

Josh Rogers Selected, Starting Saturday

The Washington Nationals have selected the contract of left-hander Josh Rogers, and he will start the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the New York Mets. Rogers last appeared in the majors in 2019 with the Baltimore Orioles and has a career 8.65 ERA across 26 innings. In the minor leagues this season, he has […]

Kike Hernandez Expected Back Soon

Boston Red Sox second baseman/outfielder Kike Hernandez (COVID-19) is expected to make a return from the injured list soon, according to manager Alex Cora, after testing positive for COVID-19 and landing on the IL on August 27. The Red Sox have been plagued by the virus, losing multiple key players over the past couple of […]

Yan Gomes Gets Day Off Saturday

Oakland Athletics catcher Yan Gomes is not in Saturday's lineup against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to MLB.com. Gomes has started five of the last six games, so manager Bob Melvin is likely just giving him a breather. Sean Murphy will do the catching duties in his place. Traded from the Nationals at the deadline, […]

Starling Marte Missing From Saturday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics outfielder Starling Marte is not in Saturday's lineup to face the Toronto Blue Jays. Skye Bolt will play center field in Marte's spot. The absence comes the day after he was hit in the head by a pitch, leaving the game shortly after. The Athletics tested him for a concussion, but he showed […]

Gio Urshela Absent From Saturday's Lineup

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (wrist) remains out of the lineup Saturday against the Baltimore Orioles. Urshela has missed the last two games with a wrist injury occurring from a play during Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Tyler Wade will play in his spot, batting ninth. Urshela shouldn't have to miss […]

Kyle Finnegan Available Saturday

Washington Nationals reliever Kyle Finnegan will be available to pitch in Saturday's game against the New York Mets, according to Jessica Camerato of MLB.com. Finnegan was placed on the paternity list on August 31 and was activated before Friday's game but didn't make an appearance. He's been one of the better Nationals relievers this season, […]

Anthony Santander Heads To Bench Saturday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the New York Yankees according to MLB.com. Ryan McKenna will bat eighth and play left field in his place. Santander hasn't been able to replicate his productive 2020 season, in which he posted a .890 OPS, hitting .247 with 14 HRs […]

James McCann Activated, Will Start Game Two Of Doubleheader

The New York Mets activated catcher James McCann (back) from the injured list on Saturday, and he's expected to start the second game of the doubleheader against the Washington Nationals, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. McCann landed on the IL on August 20 after experiencing back spasms. It's been a disappointing first season with […]