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Are You For Real? Surprising MLB Pitcher Starts from Week 23
Cole Irvin Strikes Out 11 Against Miami
Oakland Athletics left-hander Cole Irvin racked up a career-high 11 strikeouts in a no-decision in Wednesday's 3-2 extra-innings win over the Miami Marlins. Irvin threw seven shutout innings, allowed only three hits and didn't walk a single batter. The 28-year-old southpaw was virtually untouchable in this one, and in the process he lowered his ERA... Read More
Jonathan India Dealing With More Leg Soreness
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (leg) left the game early on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Phillies with left leg soreness. "It takes a lot to get him out of the game. I'm glad he got the trainers involved and we were able to get him out of there," manager David Bell said. India missed... Read More
Shane Baz To Resume Throwing On Monday
Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Shane Baz (elbow) said his last checkup went well and he's feeling good, and he will start throwing on Monday. Baz is planning as if he will pitch again in games this season, but he knows there may not be enough time and the decision ultimately may not be his to... Read More
Jared Walsh Placed On Injured List
The Los Angeles Angels placed first baseman/outfielder Jared Walsh (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list with thoracic outlet syndrome on Thursday and selected the contract of infielder Mike Ford from the minors in a corresponding move. The Angels also recalled catcher Matt Thaiss from Triple-A Salt Lake and designated infielder Phil Gosselin for assignment. Thoracic... Read More
Mike Trout Resting Thursday
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout appears to be getting a day of rest on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Trout returned from the injured list last Friday and had played in six straight games, so the Angels are just giving the 31-year-old outfielder a breather. In six games since his return, Trout has... Read More
Jose Ramirez Goes Deep Twice Against Padres
Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez had a day on Wednesday in the 7-0 shutout win over the San Diego Padres, going 3-for-3 with two home runs, three RBI, two runs scored and a walk. Ramirez continues to do it all for his fantasy managers and remains a must-start on a daily basis in single-year... Read More
Jordan Romano Secures Save No. 27 On Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jordan Romano allowed one walk while striking out one across a scoreless inning to earn the save during Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox. He entered the game in the top of the 10th inning to protect a one-run lead. The 29-year-old tossed a scoreless frame to notch his... Read More
David Robertson Notches Save No. 18 On Wednesday
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher David Robertson allowed a walk while striking out one over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Wednesday's 7-5 win over the Cincinnati Reds. He entered Wednesday's contest in the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The 37-year-old needed 19 pitches to secure his 18th save of the season. He... Read More
Davis Martin Expected To Start Saturday Against Arizona
Chicago White Sox pitcher Davis Martin will start Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He is expected to be recalled from Triple-A Charlotte before Saturday's start. The 25-year-old allowed three hits and one walk while striking out three across 5 1/3 innings in the previous start with the White Sox. He owns a 4.25 ERA,... Read More
Tommy Kahnle Set For Rehab Assignment Wednesday
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tommy Kahnle (forearm) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Wednesday. The 33-year-old missed the 2021 season after he underwent Tommy John surgery in August 2020. He returned to action in May before suffering a forearm strain and has been sidelined since. According to manager Dave Roberts, a... Read More
Mike Soroka Set For Rehab Start Saturday
Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Soroka (Achilles) will make his next rehab start Saturday with Triple-A Gwinnett. He threw 58 pitches in his previous rehab appearance with Triple-A Gwinnett. The 25-year-old hasn't pitched in the majors since 2020. He went 13-4 with a 2.68 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, and a 142:41 K: BB in 174 2/3 innings... Read More
Madison Bumgarner To Be Skipped This Weekend
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said that left-hander Madison Bumgarner will be skipped his next time through the starting rotation this weekend during the series against the Chicago White Sox. Bumgarner will work with pitching coach Brent Strom to tweak some things and will return during the team's series against the Philadelphia Phillies, which starts... Read More
Yankees To Activate Giancarlo Stanton Thursday
New York Yankees skipper Aaron Boone said that the plan is to activate outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (Achilles) from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Stanton should be back in the starting lineup immediately against the Oakland Athletics, but the team could ease him back in the designated hitter spot. The 32-year-old power hitter went 0-for-7... Read More
Ryan Helsley Likely To Return Friday
St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said that closer Ryan Helsley is likely to rejoin the team from the restricted list on Friday for the start of a series against the Atlanta Braves. The Cardinals originally thought that Helsley would return on Wednesday, but he has taken a bit more time to be with his... Read More
Ryan Pressly Unavailable Again Wednesday
Houston Astros skipper Dusty Baker said that closer Ryan Pressly (neck) will likely be unavailable for the second straight game on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins while dealing with neck stiffness. It's an issue that Pressly has dealt with already this season, so fantasy managers should make plans just in case the 33-year-old right-hander will... Read More
Wander Franco Feeling Much Better
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (wrist) said he feels "super good right now and getting better" and that his hand "didn't bother me much at all" after he took swing on Tuesday. He will do a full workout on Wednesday and should be able to resume his minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Durham... Read More
Royals Send Zack Greinke To The Injured List
The Kansas City Royals placed right-hander Zack Greinke (forearm) on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tightness on Wednesday and recalled right-hander Collin Snider from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move. The Royals also placed right-hander Josh Staumont (biceps) on the 15-day IL and recalled left-hander Anthony Misiewicz from Omaha. Greinke's IL stint is... Read More
Willson Contreras Still Out Wednesday Against Cardinals
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (ankle) remains out of the starting lineup on Wednesday against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals. Contreras is dealing with left ankle stiffness and didn't play in either game of a doubleheader against St. Louis on Tuesday. For now, fantasy managers should consider the 30-year-old All-Star catcher as day-to-day. With Contreras... Read More
Grayson Rodriguez Faces Live Hitters Wednesday
Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez (lat) faced live hitters for the first time during a live batting practice session in Florida on Wednesday, according to the team. Rodriguez is scheduled for a simulated game later in the week, which will be the next step before he potentially pitches in rehab games. The No. 4... Read More
Tigers Want Spencer Torkelson To Return This Season
The Detroit Tigers want rookie first baseman Spencer Torkelson to return to the big leagues before the end of the 2022 season, but they would much prefer that his promotion be based on his production/improvement at Triple-A Toledo. "Our goal when we sent him down was for him to come back. He's got to be... Read More
Ryan Helsley Won't Return Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley won't return from the restricted list on Wednesday. Helsley was placed on the paternity list late last week and was then sent to the restricted list, but he should rejoin the team's bullpen later this week. Giovanny Gallegos has been filling in as the closer and recorded a save... Read More
Kris Bryant Receives Injection
Colorado Rockies third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) received a platelet-rich plasma injection to help with the plantar fasciitis in his left foot, and the Rockies will have another update on him in seven to 10 days. Bryant has been on the shelf since early August, is in a walking boot and has yet to resume... Read More
Brandon Belt Placed On Injured List
The San Francisco Giants placed first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday and recalled outfielder Bryce Johnson from Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move. Belt is dealing with right knee inflammation on the same knee that he's already had multiple surgeries on in recent years, so it's a good bet... Read More
Eloy Jimenez Not Playing Against Orioles
Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (elbow) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles. Jimenez was hit by a 100 mph fastball on Wednesday, but thankfully X-rays were negative and he's just dealing with a bruise. Fantasy managers should consider the 25-year-old slugger day-to-day. AJ Pollock is in left field... Read More
Javier Baez A Late Scratch Wednesday
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (back) was scratched from the team's starting lineup on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants due to back spasms. In his place, Kody Clemens got the start at the keystone and hit third in the lineup against Giants right-hander Logan Webb, while Willi Castro moved to shortstop and hit fifth.... Read More
Yu Darvish Expected To Start This Weekend
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish, who was placed on the paternity list on Tuesday, is throwing his normal between-starts bullpen session on Wednesday and is definitely tracking towards a return to the starting rotation this weekend against the Kansas City Royals, according to skipper Bob Melvin. The 36-year-old veteran Japanese right-hander hasn't been... Read More
Juan Soto Officially Out Wednesday
As expected, San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto (back) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Cleveland Guardians. Soto was scratched from the lineup on Tuesday with left mid-back soreness, and he'll miss his second straight game. The 23-year-old superstar will be hoping to return to the lineup for the start of... Read More
Joey Wendle Isn't Starting On Wednesday
Miami Marlins infielder Joey Wendle isn't in the team's lineup for a Wednesday matchup with the Oakland Athletics and left-hander Cole Irvin. The 32-year-old is batting .248 with a .289 on-base percentage, two home runs, and a pair of stolen bases in 273 plate appearances in his first season with the Marlins. Jon Berti will... Read More
Andres Gimenez On The Bench Wednesday
Cleveland Guardians infielder Andres Gimenez isn't in the team's lineup on Wednesday for a game against the San Diego Padres and left-handed starter Blake Snell. The 23-year-old is batting .309 with a .375 on-base percentage, 15 home runs, and 15 stolen bases in 404 plate appearances this season. Tyler Freeman will get the start at... Read More
Elias Diaz Not In Wednesday's Lineup
Colorado Rockies catcher Elias Diaz isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Texas Rangers and left-hander Martin Perez. The 31-year-old is hitting .235 with a .297 on-base percentage and seven home runs in 286 plate appearances this season. He started Tuesday's game but will head to the bench with Brian Serven getting the start behind the... Read More
