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Zach Britton - Does Joining The Bully Bullpen Help Or Hurt His Value?
The New York Yankees sport arguably the strongest, most dominant bullpen in baseball. Chad Green, Adam Warren, Jonathan Holder, David Robertson, Dellin Betances, and Aroldis Chapman all sport sub-3.06 ERAs and all — save for Holder — own 10+ strikeouts-per-nine-innings ratios. A.J. Cole has been nothing to sneer at either (3-1, 1.29 WHIP). You would... Read More
Eddie Rosario Has Three-Hit Day Wednesday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario produced three singles in Wednesday's 12-6 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. He also walked and struck out once. That makes two games in a row where Rosario has hit multiple times after going two straight without a hit. Rosario's been relatively quiet the last seven days, hitting just .238,... Read More
Fernando Rodney Escapes Trouble In 11th Inning Wednesday
Minnesota Twins closer Fernando Rodney came into Wednesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays in the 11th inning in a non-save situation and immediately found himself in trouble. With two men on — one of them on third base — and one out, Rodney managed to induce a double-play ground ball to secure the Twins'... Read More
Ervin Santana Tosses Five Solid Innings In Return
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana wasn't in line for the win on Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays but pitched well enough to help his team to a 12-6 victory. Santana made his first start since having surgery on his finger back in February. In total, he pitched five innings, allowed three runs on... Read More
Blue Jays Want Justus Sheffield, Clint Frazier For J.A. Happ
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher J.A. Happ is one of the bigger names left on the trade market, and it seems his team wanted some big prospects in return for him. According to Jon Heyman, the Jays — while in talks with the New York Yankees — originally wanted either starting pitcher Justus Sheffield or... Read More
Giancarlo Stanton Manages A Hit In Wednesday's Loss
New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton managed just a single in Wednesday's loss against the Tampa Bay Rays. He also hit a sacrifice fly that scored one of the Yankees' two runs. The one-hit day comes after an 0-for-4 day on Tuesday, and that comes after an eight-game hitting streak. His July average stands at... Read More
Miguel Andujar's Fantastic July Continues On Wednesday
New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar went 2-for-4 in Wednesday's afternoon loss against the Tampa Bay Rays, raising his July batting average to .338. The 23-year-old is now hitting .529 in the last seven days to go along with 30 doubles on the season. His slash line in 2018 is now at .292/.326/.500. Yet,... Read More
Gary Sanchez To Return To Disabled List
Updating a previous report, New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) will not be in the lineup Tuesday and instead will be placed on the disabled list. News broke early Tuesday that he may have aggravated an existing groin injury on Monday, the same injury that he returned from last week. An MRI on Tuesday... Read More
Mitch Garver, Logan Morrison Out On Tuesday
Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver and designated hitter Logan Morrison are both out of the lineup on Tuesday. Backup catcher Bobby Wilson will be behind the plate to catch for Jose Berrios in Garver's stead. Robbie Grossman will serve as DH, while Taylor Motter will man right field alongside outfielders Eddie Rosario and Max Kepler.... Read More
Miguel Andujar Batting Fifth On Tuesday
New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar will bat fifth on Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. The youngster is sporting a slash line of .289/.324/.497, but his batting average the last seven days is a hilariously productive .538. His move to the middle of the order makes a whole lot of sense. Andujar is... Read More
Aaron Hicks Sitting On Tuesday
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks will not be in the lineup against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. The outfield will instead consist of Brett Gardner, Aaron Judge, and Giancarlo Stanton. Taking Hicks' place in the lineup will be Brandon Drury, who will man second base. Drury has been revealed as a potential trade... Read More
Gary Sanchez Not In Lineup Tuesday
New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez will not be in the starting lineup against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Monday night's loss against the Rays was a bit of a nightmare for Sanchez. First, he made a terrible play on a passed ball that allowed the Rays to score. Then, in the ninth inning,... Read More
Yankees See Brandon Drury As Trade Chip
New York Yankees versatile infielder Brandon Drury might be on his way out of the Bronx. According to MLB Network Insider Jon Heyman, the Yankees offered Drury in a potential trade for now-Cleveland Indians reliever Brad Hand. With Drury being relegated as more of a support player on the Yankees roster, it would seem the... Read More
Miguel Andujar Continues To Rake On Monday
New York Yankees rookie third baseman Miguel Andujar continued his stupendous season on Monday, albeit in a loss against the Tampa Bay Rays. He went 2-for-4 at the plate, including an RBI single in the second inning that tied the game. Andujar is now hitting a ridiculous .538 in the last seven days and continues... Read More
Eduardo Escobar Triples In Monday's Win
Minnesota Twins third baseman Eduardo Escobar started off Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays with a bang. In his very first at-bat, Escobar tripled in a run to give the Twins a 1-0 lead. He went off to hit a run-scoring single in the fourth inning after walking in the third, capping off his... Read More
Mitch Garver Has Three-Hit Day On Monday
Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver helped propel his team to an 8-3 victory on Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. The 27-year-old went 3-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Garver has quietly led a productive season behind the plate while platooning with veteran catcher Bobby Wilson. It can be tough to... Read More
Adalberto Mejia Gets Past Control Issues For First Win
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Adalberto Mejia earned his first win of the season on Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The big left-hander had the luxury of playing in the climate-controlled Rogers Centre and with a big lead, and he was evidently more confident than in his first start of the season in Chicago against... Read More
Eddie Rosario's Cold Streak Continues
Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario had a rare 0-for-5 performance at the plate on Monday, but the Twins were able to win 8-3 regardless. Rosario has been one of the most productive players in baseball — both in fantasy and real life — since the start of the season, but it seems he's finally reached... Read More
Michael Pineda "On Track" For September Return
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (elbow) is getting closer to returning to the mound. According to Twins beat writer Mike Berardino, Pineda is set to throw his second simulated game and — if setback-free — is in line to throw a couple of rehab innings in the minors in August. It's been a little... Read More
Jorge Polanco, Robbie Grossman Back In Lineup Monday
Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco and outfielder Robbie Grossman are both back in the lineup for Monday's clash against the Toronto Blue Jays. Infielder Ehire Adrianza will sit after starting at shortstop on Sunday. Outfielder Jake Cave will also sit the matchup out. Grossman, Max Kepler, and Eddie Rosario will round out the outfield. Mitch... Read More
Yankees "Won't Part" With Elite Prospects For Rental Pitcher
The New York Yankees have long been rumored to be buyers with the trade deadline on the horizon, but it seems the team is adamant about what they're willing to give up in a potential deal. According to YES Network's Jack Curry, the Yankees have "made it clear to teams they won't part with elite... Read More
Neil Walker To Continue At Second Base On Monday
New York Yankees infielder Neil Walker is set to cover second base on Monday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Walker and Brandon Drury — who will sit — have been sharing second base duties while Gleyber Torres (hip) recovers from injury. Catcher Gary Sanchez — who recently made his return from a groin injury himself... Read More
Jacoby Ellsbury Says He Still Plans To Return This Season
New York Yankees outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury (oblique, hip, heel, back) hasn't resumed baseball activities yet, but recently expressed his continued desire to return to the Yankees this season. According to Newsday Sports' Erik Boland, Ellsbury said he doesn't know when he will resume baseball activities but when asked about returning this season, the veteran said,... Read More
Adalberto Mejia Can't Be Trusted Against Blue Jays Monday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Adalberto Mejia is set to make a spot start on Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Savvy daily fantasy players might be looking to get ahead of their competition by seeking out a cheap, under-the-radar option to start on Monday, but while Mejia brings solid stuff (61 strikeouts in 62 1/3... Read More
Indians Reportedly Seeking Outfield Help
The Cleveland Indians have pretty much been running away with the American League Central, but that doesn't mean they are going to stay quiet while the trade deadline nears. According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the Tribe is on the lookout for an outfielder. After acquiring Brad Hand in order to try to shore up their... Read More
Zach Britton Garnering Interest From Diamondbacks
Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton just continues to attract suitors. After Brad Hand and Jeurys Familia both found new homes, Britton has become the most attractive bullpen arm on the trade market. The Houston Astros, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers have all been linked to Britton, and now the Arizona Diamondbacks can... Read More
Chris Archer, Zach Britton Being Eyed By Brewers
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer and Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton are reportedly being targeting by the Milwaukee Brewers. According to Ken Rosenthal, the Brewers — who were in on the Manny Machado sweepstakes — have turned their attention to upgrading their pitching staff. The Brewers are currently trying to keep up with the... Read More
Curtis Granderson Reportedly A Target For Phillies
Toronto Blue Jays veteran outfielder Curtis Granderson might be on the move. According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, the Philadelphia Phillies have inquired on the availability of Granderson. The Phillies are reportedly on the lookout for a "left-handed bat off [the] bench and [an] occasional starter in [the] outfield." The Phillies are one game ahead... Read More
Fernando Rodney Earns 21st Save On Thursday
Minnesota Twins closer Fernando Rodney secured his 21st save of the season, closing out a 5-1 Twins victory on Thursday. Rodney came in the ninth inning after reliever Ryan Pressly loaded the bases. Rodney then induced a ground ball out at home, and then the veteran struck out Matt Duffy to end the game. Rodney... Read More
Eddie Rosario Hits Two-Run Shot On Thursday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario provided the final nail in the coffin on Thursday when he hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning and pushed the Twins lead to 5-0. The Tampa Bay Rays could do nothing against Kyle Gibson on Thursday, and Rosario's blast provided the insurance necessary to seal the Twins'... Read More
