Andrew McCutchen Pulled Mid-Game

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen (knee) exited Saturday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. According to manager Joe Girardi, he has right knee stiffness and is questionable for Sunday. McCutchen has had a solid year at the plate, slashing .234/.353/.462 with 20 HRs, 58 RBI, 55 runs, and six stolen bases thus far. If he does […]

Jaime Barria Sparkles In Victory

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jaime Barria (2-0) picked up his second win in as many starts, going 6.2 innings with three strikeouts and one walk. He allowed only four hits and no runs. Barria, who was called back up on July 25, has pitched exclusively out of the rotation since his return, pitching 13.2 innings […]

Raisel Iglesias Picks Up 22nd Save Saturday

Los Angeles Angels closer Raisel Iglesias got save number 22 of the year in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Oakland Athletics. Iglesias came into the game in the eighth, getting out of a two-out runner on second jam. He threw 1.1 innings and struck out two while allowing no base on balls. He's been a […]

Justin Upton Picks Up Two Hits Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton recorded two hits in four at-bats with a double and a strikeout during Friday's 2-0 loss to the Oakland Athletics. It was his first multi-hit game since returning from the IL on July 22. Upton is slashing a respectable .232/.316/.452 with 15 HRs, 34 RBI, 42 runs, and three […]

Patrick Sandoval Grinds Through Friday's Start

Los Angeles Angels starter Patrick Sandoval (3-5) pitched 5.2 innings, picked up six strikeouts, and gave up only one run, despite allowing six walks during Friday's 2-0 loss to the Oakland Athletics. He's had a solid year on the mound, besides a high walk total. Sandoval has a 3.38 ERA with a 27.4 K%, 10.1 […]

Vince Velasquez Not Guaranteed Another Start

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez (3-6) is not a guarantee to stay in the rotation, Phillies manager Joe Girardi said. The Phillies, who are fighting for a playoff spot, can't afford poor outings from their starters but got just that after Velasquez lasted just two innings giving up five runs on Friday night. The outing […]

Diego Castillo Throws Clean Inning In Mariners Debut

Seattle Mariners reliever Diego Castillo threw a perfect ninth inning in the 9-5 victory against the Texas Rangers. It was Castillo's first appearance with the Mariners after being acquired in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday. The Mariners dealt closer Kendall Graveman on July 27, meaning Castillo should be the clear closer […]

Jon Duplantier Signs Minor-League Deal With D'Backs

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Jon Duplantier (lat) has resigned with the club on Friday after being released by the Diamondbacks earlier in the week. Duplantier is out for the year with a lat tear but threw 13 innings with a 13.15 ERA and 8.62 FIP before the injury. For his career, he's pitched to a 6.70 […]

Anthony Bass Dealing With Neck Injury

Miami Marlins reliever Anthony Bass (neck) has been dealing with a stiff neck, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. Bass hasn't pitched since July 27, and it is unclear how long he'll be sidelined. This doesn't have much fantasy significance as Bass has no saves but has pitched to a 3.69 ERA with 12 holds […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Leaves Friday's Game Early

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. left Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies after the first inning, according to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. Tatis was tagged on the basepaths and it appeared he had hurt his shoulder during the play. The severity of the injury isn't known. Prior to the game, Tatis was slashing […]

Jo Adell Has Big Day Thursday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell went 3-for-4 with a walk, three runs, three RBI, and was a triple shy of the cycle with Triple-A Salt Lake on Thursday. He is now slashing .286/.338/.575 with 21 HRs, but has an inflated 29.0 K%. Strikeouts have been a problem for Adell the past few years, including […]

Dylan Bundy Struggles In Spot Start

Los Angeles right-hander Dylan Bundy (1-8) didn't get the results he wanted in Thursday's 4-0 defeat to the Oakland Athletics. He went 4.1 innings, giving up three runs, four walks, and he struck out two. This was Bundy's first start since moving to the bullpen after disappointing results as a starter, but he made a […]

David Fletcher Held In Check Thursday

Los Angeles Angels second baseman David Fletcher went hitless in four at-bats during Thursday's 4-0 loss against the Oakland Athletics. Fletcher wasn't alone though, as the team could only muster three hits, none for extra bases. Fletcher is now 4-for-25 in his last six games. However, he's still hitting .305 on the season with five […]

Andrew Heaney Completes Quality Start Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Andrew Heaney got the no-decision in Wednesday's 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies. He threw six innings, giving up three runs, three walks, and picking up eight strikeouts. It was his second quality start in a row after allowing two runs over seven innings on July 22. Wednesday's outing lowered […]

Shohei Ohtani Homers, Drives In Three Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani had a big day at the plate in Wednesday's win over the Colorado Rockies, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two walks, three RBI, and two runs scored. The home run was his MLB-leading 37th of the year, and he is now slashing an astounding .280/.367/.691 with 81 […]

Alex Cobb To Miss Thursday's Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Alex Cobb (finger) is not available to start Thursday's game against the Oakland Athletics, according to Sam Blum of The Athletic. Cobb left early during his July 23 start with a blister on his finger and has been day-to-day since. Fantasy managers will hope he only misses one turn in […]

Jose Suarez Tagged With Loss Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starter Jose Suarez (4-4) picked up his fourth loss of the season during Tuesday night's blowout loss to the Colorado Rockies. He couldn't escape the fourth inning and gave up eight runs (four earned) while striking out four and walking two. He wasn't helped out by his defense, who committed three errors […]

Dylan Bundy Could Start This Week

Los Angeles right-hander Dylan Bundy has been considered to make a start this week, Angels manager Joe Maddon said. Dylan Bundy was moved to the bullpen late last month after struggling to find consistency as a starter. The move hasn't paid off for him, as he's thrown five innings while giving up four runs as […]

Alex Cobb May Make Next Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Alex Cobb (finger) could make his next start, which is set for Thursday, according to Angels manager Joe Maddon. Cobb was removed from his start on July 23 with a blister on his finger but was considered day-to-day. They still aren't sure about the severity of the blister. He's been […]

Josh Reddick Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Josh Reddick (illness) was taken out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers, Evan Grant from the Dallas Morning News reports. It is a non-COVID-19-related illness. Fantasy managers shouldn't pay much attention to the news, as Reddick provides almost no value. He's slashing .268/.295/.366 this season with one home run […]

Hector Santiago Returns From Suspension Tuesday

Seattle Mariners left-hander Hector Santiago has finished his 10-game suspension after being found with an illegal substance on his glove last month. The Mariners have been down to 25 players since July 3, the first day of Santiago's suspension. Santiago has pitched well out of the bullpen for the Mariners and has helped keep them […]

Sammy Long Activated, Moved To Bullpen

San Francisco Giants left-hander Sammy Long (back) has been activated from the injured list on Tuesday and will pitch out of the bullpen for the time being, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Long hasn't looked great on the surface this year, producing a 5.63 ERA, although he has a 17.8 K-BB% […]

Cardinals Option Johan Oviedo

The St. Louis Cardinals have optioned starting pitcher Johan Oviedo to Triple-A Memphis, according to Katie Woo of The Athletic. The Cardinals are expected to use a four-man rotation for the next couple of weeks. Oviedo has had a tough year in the big leagues, posting a 4.91 ERA, 5.26 FIP, a weak 17.7 K% […]

Jack Flaherty Completes Rehab Start Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty (oblique) threw 31 pitches in a two-inning rehab start with Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday. He faced seven batters and struck out three. It was the first time he has faced live hitters since landing on the injured list on May 31, and he is now another step closer […]

Mychal Givens Becoming A Trade Target

Colorado Rockies reliever Mychal Givens has become a possible trade target for contending teams, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. The Rockies, who are in the midst of another down season, will certainly be sellers at the deadline, and Givens is one of their more valuable trade chips. He has posted a 2.73 ERA, 27.4 K%, […]

Jose Iglesias Picks Up Pair Of Hits Monday

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Jose Iglesias collected two hits in four at-bats while scoring a run and striking out once in Monday night's win against the Colorado Rockies. He now has a modest six-game hitting streak. Iglesias has shown an ability to hit for average the last few seasons, compiling a .299 AVG from 2019 […]

Jared Walsh Exits Early On Monday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh (side) left Monday night's game against the Colorado Rockies with side pain, according to Sam Blum of The Athletic. Walsh went 2-for-3 with one RBI before his departure. Walsh has continued his breakout from 2019, slashing .266/.320/.516 with 22 homers, 67 RBI, and 47 runs scored in 97 […]

Shohei Ohtani Impresses On Monday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (5-1) was at his best on the mound during Monday night's 6-2 victory against the Colorado Rockies. He pitched seven innings, collected five strikeouts while giving up one run, one home run, and no base on balls. He also picked up a single, scored once, drove in a […]

Justin Upton Remains In A Funk

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton went 0-for-4 with a strikeout in Sunday's 6-2 victory against the Minnesota Twins. Since returning from the injured list on July 22, Upton has been in a 1-for-15 slump with three strikeouts and one walk. The injury came at a bad time, as he was on a tear before […]

Jaime Barria Records Win Sunday After Call-Up

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jaime Barria (1-0) secured the victory in his first start of the season on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins. He went seven innings, allowing two runs, two home runs and two walks while striking out four. It was his first appearance since being demoted to Triple-A Salt Lake on May 19. […]