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Teoscar Hernandez Logs Two Hits And A Theft
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez logged a pair of hits in the team's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Rays on Sunday. He finished the afternoon going 2-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored, but he did strikeout in his other three plate appearances. One of his strikeouts came in the first inning... Read More
Ken Giles Leaves With Apparent Injury
Toronto Blue Jays closer Ken Giles was removed from his outing in the ninth inning in Sunday's game versus the Rays and was replaced by Brian Moran. He recorded the first two outs quickly but went on to allow a double and two walks before getting lifted on a 3-1 count to Ji-Man Choi. Giles'... Read More
Kyle Tucker Back On The Bench Sunday
Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker is on the bench for Sunday's game versus the Seattle Mariners. Dusty Baker has opted for the right-handed hitting Taylor Jones to DH and bat sixth for the Astros with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the hill. Tucker went 1-for-4 in his season debut on Saturday, which included an RBI double... Read More
"Good Chance" Byron Buxton Plays In The Near Future
Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli updated outfielder Byron Buxton's status on Sunday, stating there's a "good chance he's playing in the very near future." He didn't commit to him playing in Tuesday's home opener, but he said it's still an option. Buxton injured his foot playing the outfield a couple of weeks ago but is... Read More
Christian Walker Gets A Day Off Sunday
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker is getting a day off on Sunday versus Padres right-hander Garrett Richards. Jake Lamb will play first and bat seventh while Kevin Cron draws the start at DH and will bat eighth. Walker broke out in 2019 as a 28-year-old rookie and is off to a good start this... Read More
Yoan Moncada Sitting On Sunday
Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada is getting the day off on Sunday versus Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda. Danny Mendick will draw the start at the hot corner and bat seventh while Nicky Delmonico will bat out of the two-hole. Moncada tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month and just needs a maintenance day... Read More
Nick Senzel Scratched On Sunday
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel was scratched ahead of Sunday's tilt versus Spencer Turnbull and the Detroit Tigers. He was scheduled to have an off-day but re-entered the lineup when Mike Moustakas fell ill before the game. The club hasn't passed down word yet if he's dealing with an injury but should provide an update... Read More
Shin-Soo Choo Absent From Sunday's Lineup
Texas Rangers outfielder Shin-Soo Choo is getting a breather versus Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland on Sunday. Willie Calhoun will DH and bat seventh while Nick Solak will play left field and bat in the two-hole. Choo is 1-for-8 with a walk and an RBI in the early going this season and will likely sit versus... Read More
Austin Meadows Will Play Sim Game Sunday
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows (COVID-19) will play a little bit in a sim game Sunday, according to manager Kevin Cash. Meadows tested positive for COVID-19 a couple of weeks ago, but is now working his way back into game shape. He's likely another week or two away from joining the Rays, but he'll... Read More
Mike Moustakas Placed On IL With An Illness
According to manager David Bell, Cincinnati Reds infielder Mike Moustakas was scratched from Sunday's game versus the Tigers with an illness. Josh VanMeter is taking his spot at second base batting fifth versus right-hander Spencer Turnbull. Moustakas woke up not feeling well and won't come to the ballpark for the afternoon contest. Moustakas was placed... Read More
Brandon Drury Activated From IL
Toronto Blue Jays infielder Brandon Drury was activated off the injured list ahead of Sunday's contest versus the Rays. His injury was never announced, and he never arrived at the team's summer camp earlier this month. Outfielder Billy McKinney was optioned to the team's alternate site in a corresponding move. Drury will provide depth to... Read More
Reese McGuire Cracks First Homer Of The Season
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire took Pete Fairbanks deep in the seventh inning for his first home run of the season in the team's 4-1 loss to the Rays on Saturday. He finished the afternoon going 1-for-4 on a day where the Jays failed to generate much offense. McGuire is on the wrong side... Read More
Matt Shoemaker Pitches Well In No-Decision
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Matt Shoemaker pitched well in his 2020 debut, but his offense didn't provide much support in the 4-1 loss to the Rays. The right-hander surrendered one run on three hits over six innings, while striking out four and walking a pair in the no-decision. Shoemaker's season ended abruptly in 2019... Read More
Cavan Biggio Leads Jays To Opening Day Victory
Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio had a big night at the plate in the team’s 6-4 victory over the Rays on Friday. His single in the fourth inning started a three-run rally before he slugged a three-run homer off Charlie Morton in the fifth to blow the game open. Biggio finished the night... Read More
Ken Giles Records First Save
Toronto Blue Jays closer Ken Giles locked down his first save of the 2020 season in the team’s 6-4 victory over the Rays on Friday. He struck out a pair and walked one in the 20-pitch outing, picking up where he left off after an excellent 2019 campaign. Giles has no competition for saves in... Read More
Hyun-Jin Ryu Unable To Record Win In Jays Debut
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu logged a no-decision in the team’s 6-4 victory over the Rays on Friday. He allowed three runs on four hits while walking three and striking out four over 4 2/3 innings, falling one out shy of recording a victory. Ryu cruised through the first four innings, but ran... Read More
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Absent From Opening Day Lineup
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (side) is not in the team's Opening Day lineup versus Charlie Morton and the Rays on Friday. Manager Charlie Montoyo stated that they could use him during the game in a "big spot," but hopefully, he'll start in Saturday's game instead. Gurriel has dealt with discomfort in his... Read More
Blue Jays To Play Home Games In Buffalo
The Toronto Blue Jays have finally found a home for the 2020 season as they’ll play the “majority” of their home games at their Triple-A stadium in Buffalo. Sahlen Field is on the smaller side compared to most major league ballparks, so Blue Jays hitters should fare well in their new home. We’ll get our... Read More
Jose Quintana Officially Placed On 10-Day IL
The Chicago Cubs have placed starting pitcher Jose Quintana (thumb) on the 10-day injured list after he severed a nerve in his thumb cleaning a wine glass earlier this month. The left-hander is on the road to recovery, but is yet to throw off a mound and will need at least a couple of weeks... Read More
Jake Odorizzi Placed On Injured List
The Minnesota Twins have placed starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi on the 10-day injured list after he battled back stiffness all through summer camp. His placement will be backdated so there’s a chance he returns to the rotation the second time through. The right-hander won 15 games a year ago while holding a respectable 3.51 ERA... Read More
Nate Pearson, Ryan Borucki Optioned To Taxi Squad
The Toronto Blue Jays have optioned starting pitchers Nate Pearson and Ryan Borucki to their taxi squad ahead of Thursday’s roster cutoff. Pearson will likely be called up after the 29th, so the Jays gain an extra year of team control, and he’ll presumably join the starting rotation during its second time through. Borucki’s option... Read More
Blue Jays Likely To Activate Nate Pearson July 29
According to a source, the Toronto Blue Jays are expected to activate starting pitcher Nate Pearson on July 29, which will mean they gain an extra year of team control. It’s a wise move since he’ll only miss one turn through the rotation, and he could use a little more conditioning after struggling in an... Read More
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Taking Batting Practice Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (side) will take batting practice ahead of Wednesday’s exhibition contest versus the Red Sox. With a day off on Thursday before the team's regular season opener, starting pitcher Tanner Roark will throw live batting practice, and Gurriel is expected to participate in that as well. The 26-year-old experienced... Read More
Blue Jays Denied Permission To Play At PNC Park
After the Toronto Blue Jays agreed with the Pittsburgh Pirates to hold their home games at PNC Park this morning, the Pennsylvania Department of Health has denied them permission. With the regular season officially starting tomorrow, the Blue Jays may have to play their home games at the stadiums of their scheduled opponents. Camden Yards... Read More
Blue Jays Will Play Home Games At PNC Park
According to a report, the Toronto Blue Jays will play their home games at PNC Park in Pittsburgh for the 2020 season. The players wanted to play in a big league stadium instead of their spring complex in Dunedin, Florida, or their Triple-A park in Buffalo, New York, and it looks like they got their... Read More
Nate Pearson Touched Up In Exhibition Start
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Nate Pearson got a starting rotation audition on Tuesday in an exhibition start versus the Red Sox, but early struggles hurt the youngster. After recording two outs and allowing four runs in the first inning, Pearson was bailed out of the frame on a pitch count that the team had... Read More
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Probable For Opening Day
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (side) is not in the lineup for the team’s exhibition contest versus the Red Sox on Tuesday, but he will take batting practice beforehand. Manager Charlie Montoyo said if he “feels good” after that, he could see the 26-year-old being ready for Opening Day on Friday. Gurriel experienced... Read More
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Day-To-Day With Side Discomfort
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (side) is improving from the discomfort he felt in his left side during Friday night’s intrasquad game and is considered day-to-day. The 26-year-old was a late arrival to summer camp, which may have played a factor in the ailment, but he appears on track for Opening Day on... Read More
Hyun-Jin Ryu Throws 76 Pitches In Final Tuneup
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu threw 76 pitches over five frames during Saturday’s intrasquad game in his final tuneup before his Opening Day start versus the Rays on the 24th. He served up four runs on seven hits, including two home runs, while striking out a pair and walking no one. With the... Read More
Divisional Adjustments: Pitchers On the Rise
After some painfully-long negotiations, the MLB season will begin in late July with a 60-game season. For the general fan and for us in the fantasy community, the length of the schedule is less than ideal, but I think we can all agree that some baseball is better than no baseball. The abbreviated season will... Read More
