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Corey Dickerson Drives In Two Wednesday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Corey Dickerson went 2-for-5 with two RBI in a win at Fenway Park Wednesday night. Dickerson now has 12 RBI in 12 games started as a member of the Phillies batting in the middle of their potent lineup. He won't hit for average and he is yet to walk with the Phillies […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoRhys Hoskins Reaches Three Times In Win
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins doubled and walked twice in a win over the Red Sox Wednesday. The double was Hoskins' first extra-base hit since August 6, as the slugger has been mired in an extended slump. He's hitting just .176 in the second half and has the batted ball profile to match. Hoskins […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoSam Darnold Looks Sharp Wednesday
New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold had another solid practice Wednesday as he prepared for what will likely be his last preseason action Saturday vs the Saints. Darnold completed 10 of his first 11 passes in team drills Wednesday and also threw four straight touchdowns in red-zone drills, a major area of weakness in his […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoTaylor Bertolet Off To Good Start With Jets
New York Jets kicker Taylor Bertolet is making a strong first impression on his new team. Bertolet was signed only a few days ago after Chandler Catanzaro abruptly retired but has already made an impression on the team. Bertolet went 4-for-4 on field goals during team drills connecting from 44, 40, and twice from 33 […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoMike Minor Struggles Vs Angels
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Minor allowed six runs in 5 2/3 innings Wednesday night vs the Angels. Minor cruised through three innings before allowing two runs in the fourth, fifth and sixth before being removed from the game. Minor had gone at least seven innings in each of his previous three outings so this […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoDrew Smyly Struggles In Boston
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Drew Smyly only lasted 3 2/3 innings in a no-decision at Fenway Park. Smyly only allowed two runs, but gave up five hits, three walks and left a bases-loaded jam the bullpen was able to bail him out of. Smyly made two excellent starts to begin his Phillies tenure, but since […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoMarcus Stroman Leaves Start With Hamstring Tightness
New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman left his start Wednesday with left hamstring tightness, according to Tim Healey. Stroman pitched four scoreless innings but allowed five hits and only one earned run with a strikeout against the Indians before exiting the game. Stroman is having a nice season with a 3.18 ERA and 3.70 […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoMatt Magill Blows Save Against Rays
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Matt Magill allowed two runs without recording an out to blow the save Wednesday at Tampa Bay. Magill was tasked with protecting a one-run lead after the Mariners rallied in the top of the ninth, but faced four batters without recording an out as the Rays walked off with the win. […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoDustin May Will Start Next Week
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Dustin May will move back to the starting rotation and start a game next week according to manager Dave Roberts. May had been pitching in relief, but Roberts said he will not pitch again until he makes a start. It is still unclear what day May will toe the rubber but […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoAdalberto Mondesi Set To Play The Field Wednesday
Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (shoulder) is set to play three to five innings in the field for Triple-A Omaha on Wednesday. Mondesi went 0-for-4 as the designated hitter Tuesday night as he rehabs from a shoulder injury that has had him on the injured list since July 16. The plan is to play […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoTime To Replace Your Battery Mate?
It's crunch time in the 2019 fantasy baseball season and as we head down the stretch everything can feel like it is magnified. Every win, point, or stat accrued feels more important than it did back in May. If your team is still competitive you've likely settled on the primary guys that have gotten you […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoKolby Allard Rocked By Angels
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kolby Allard allowed seven runs, six earned, in five innings of work Monday vs the Angels. Allard allowed seven hits and three walks against only three strikeouts but was spared the loss as the Rangers offense rallied against the Angels bullpen. Things could have been worse for the rookie as he […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoJamison Crowder Continues To Impress
New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder had another solid practice as he continues to establish himself as a favorite target of Sam Darnold. Crowder had two catches for 31 yards and a touchdown in the team's first preseason game and has consistently been targeted by Darnold in practice. Crowder is looking to bounce back […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoLe'Veon Bell Won't Play In Preseason
New York Jets running back Le'Veon Bell won't play in the preseason, according to head coach Adam Gase. Gase said he was 99.9 percent sure Bell wouldn't see preseason action anyway, but seeing starting linebacker Avery Williamson go down with a torn ACL in their last game against the Falcons made him 100 percent sure […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoMike Minor The Tough-Luck Loser On Friday
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Minor allowed four runs, three earned, in seven innings but took the loss Friday night vs the Twins. It was Minor's third straight start of at least seven innings as the left-hander continues to be one of the biggest surprises in fantasy. His sub-3 ERA is a little misleading as […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoNomar Mazara Has Three-Hit Night
Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI in a loss to the Twins on Friday. Mazara got off to a rocky start but has picked it up since the All-Star break. He's batting .306 with a .576 slugging percentage in the second half, with five of his 17 homers […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoRoman Quinn Homers, Leaves With Injury
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Roman Quinn hit his fourth home run of the season Friday night against the Padres. It was the only hit in four tries for Quinn who was given the chance to bat leadoff for the second time this season. Quinn appeared to tweak something running to first in the eighth but if […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoBryce Harper Homers In Third Straight Game
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper went 2-for-5 with a three-run homer in a win vs the Padres Friday night. Harper crushed a Michel Baez offering for an opposite-field homer to give the star slugger four home runs and 10 RBI in his last three games. Harper has dealt with some bad luck this season but […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoAaron Nola Coasts To 11th Win
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola allowed one run in seven innings and was given plenty of offensive support to his 11th win of the season Wednesday night. Nola allowed only three hits and a walk and racked up seven strikeouts. Nola lowers his ERA to 3.56 backed up by a 3.87 xFIP and he's […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoJ.T. Realmuto Hits Another Grand Slam
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto went 2-for-4 with a grand slam Wednesday night against the Cubs. It was Realmuto's second grand slam since the All-Star break as he continues to improve as the season goes on. Realmuto is now up to 17 home runs and 63 RBI on the season with above-average plate discipline to […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoBryce Harper Launches Two Homers Wednesday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder went 3-for-3 with two home runs in a rout of the Cubs Wednesday night. Harper got the scoring started with a two-run shot in the first before hitting another homer in the sixth to plate the Phillies 11th run of the night. He got off to a slow start this season but […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoElvis Andrus Records Four Hits Wednesday
Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus went 4-for-5 with two RBI and two stolen bases Wednesday afternoon in Toronto. The two steals give Andrus 25 on the season, good for fifth in the Majors, to go along with a .285 batting average and 57 runs in 108 games. Andrus only had three hits in his previous […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoFernando Tatis Jr. Likely Headed To IL
San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (back) did not travel with the team to Philadelphia and is likely headed to the injured list according to AJ Cassavell. Tatis Jr. left Tuesday's game with a back issue and was not in the lineup Wednesday. Initially, the Padres hoped Tatis Jr would be able to play […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoMatt Albers Walks Three, But Records Save
Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Matt Albers earned his fourth save of the season Wednesday despite walking the bases loaded. Albers walked three of the five batters he faced but escaped the jam to preserve a 6-5 win for the Brewers. Josh Hader has allowed runs in five of his last six appearances including three blown […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoDanny Santana Drives In Three Wednesday
Texas Rangers utilityman Dany Santana went 2-for-5 with his 19th home run of the season Wednesday in Toronto. Santana had a two-run double in the fourth inning and added a solo homer in the eighth in his latest big game. He's been on a tear since the All-Star break with a 1.025 OPS in the […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoArchie Bradley Blows Save Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Archie Bradley allowed two runs without recording an out to blow the save and take a loss Wednesday in Colorado. Bradley was called upon to protect a one-run lead and promptly hit Trevor Story before serving up a walk-off two-run homer to Nolan Arenado. These are the first runs Bradley has […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoKolby Allard Earns First Win With Rangers
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kolby Allard allowed three runs in 5 2/3 innings and picked up his first win of the season Wednesday in Toronto. There was traffic all over the bases as Allard allowed four hits, three walks, and a hit-by-pitch, but was able to limit the damage thanks to five strikeouts. Allard pitched […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoFernando Tatis Jr. Hopes To Return Friday
San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (back) is hoping to return to the lineup Friday after sitting out Wednesday's game. Tatis Jr. left Tuesday night's game with a minor back issue and was not in the lineup Wednesday. The Padres have a scheduled off-day on Thursday so the team is hoping two days off […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoRobbie Ray Exits Start With Back Spasms
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray (back) left his start Wednesday after just two innings due to back spasms. Ray had allowed one run in two innings before leaving the game with the trainer while warming up for the third inning. This is the second time this month Ray has left a start with a […]
Mike Schwarzenbach 5 years agoJake Arrieta To Have Season Ending Surgery
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta (elbow) will have surgery to remove a bone spur in his elbow which will end his season. Arrieta said the decision to have the surgery was based on not being able to give the team what they need. Arrieta has a 5.73 ERA in his last nine starts and […]
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