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Aaron Judge Goes Deep Twice in Loss
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was the only bright spot for this offense during Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Judge smacked a solo home run off right-hander Landon Knack in the fourth inning. He would go yard again in the eighth inning off right-hander Chris Stratton. The two blasts were the only […]
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Max Muncy Homers Twice in Win
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy put on a show during Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. He kicked off the scoring early with an RBI single in the first inning. He followed that with a three-run home run off right-hander Will Warren in the second inning. Muncy went deep again as he blasted […]
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Jacob Melton Called up to Big-League Roster
Houston Astros outfielder Jacob Melton is being called up to the big league roster. Melton is currently the No. 2 prospect in the Astros system. He was drafted in the second round of the 2022 June Amateur Draft. Melton only played 17 games at Triple-A before receiving the call to the big leagues. The Astros […]
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Zack Littell Throws Complete Game
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Zack Littell took the mound and never left during Saturday's game against the Houston Astros. Littell got hit around early by allowing two home runs to Jeremy Pena. After that, Littell settled down and kept the Astros off the board again. The Rays offense went insane and scored 16 runs, […]
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Junior Caminero Homers Twice in Win
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero has put together an incredible outing at the plate during their series against the Houston Astros. Caminero collected three hits, one homer, and knocked in six runs during the series opener. On Saturday, Caminero went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two home runs, and five RBI in the blowout […]
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Shohei Ohtani Throws on Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (elbow) threw a live batting practice session on Saturday. This was the second time that Ohtani has faced live hitters this month. He continues to make progress, but there's still more work to do before he's ready to return to the mound. The Dodgers haven't given much of […]
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Garrett Mitchell Likely to be Sidelined Until July
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell (oblique) has been making slow progress since his injury in April. Mitchell suffered an oblique strain in late April and is likely to miss two months of action because of it. The organization was hopeful that Mitchell would be back on the roster by now. Sadly, Mitchell isn't making great […]
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Blake Perkins Progressing Slowly
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins (shin) has been making progress, but sadly it's not going as well as the organization has hoped. Perkins has been cleared to resume baseball activities since late April. That being said, Perkins was expected to be back with the Brewers by now. Sadly, Perkins progress has been slow and has […]
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Shane Bieber Pitches Well in Rehab Start
Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow) was sharp on the mound during a rehab start for Rookie-level Arizona Complex League on Saturday. Bieber tossed 2 1/3 scoreless innings while striking out five batters along the way. This was his first start since having Tommy John surgery last year. This is only the beginning for […]
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Tyler Glasnow Moved to 60-Day Injured List
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow (shoulder) has been transferred to the 60-day injured list on Saturday. Fantasy managers shouldn't be worried as this is only a procedural move to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. This move frees a spot for catcher Chuckie Robinson who was claimed off waivers on Saturday. […]
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Jorge Polanco Idle on Saturday
Seattle Mariners infielder Jorge Polanco is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Polanco was struggling at the plate, but snapped a seven-game hitless streak during Friday's game. This appears to be a routine rest day for the veteran infielder. In his absence, Cal Raleigh will shift over to […]
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Royce Lewis Absent from Saturday's Lineup
Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Seattle Mariners. It's not shocking to see Lewis head to the bench considering he's in the middle of a 0-for-26 stretch at the plate. The Twins are hopeful that a day off will help him get his mind […]
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Harrison Bader Returning on Saturday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Harrison Bader (finger) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Bader returns to the field after missing the last four games due to a right finger injury. He'll play left field and bat eighth versus right-hander Bryce Miller on Saturday. Usually, the status of Bader […]
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Ben Rice Heads to the Bench
New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This appears to be a routine rest day for Rice who has cooled off in the month of May. He's slashing .230/.293/.446 with three home runs and 10 RBI this month. In his […]
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Daulton Varsho Exits Early on Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho (hamstring) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Athletics. Varsho was taken out in the third inning after he appears to have suffered a hamstring injury when running the bases. He finished the game 1-for-1 with a double and a walk. The expectation is that Varsho will undergo […]
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Freddie Freeman Playing on Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (ankle) is in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. Freeman mentioned on Friday that he was dealing with discomfort on his surgically-repaired ankle. Despite that, Freeman will remain in the lineup, so it doesn't appear to be significant enough to put Freeman […]
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Christian Yelich Blasts Two Homers in Win
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich continued his hot stretch of play against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Yelich smacked a three-run home run off Tanner Banks in the fifth inning. The left-handed slugger struck again as he added a solo shot Carlos Hernandez in the final frame. It was his 12th career multi-homer game as […]
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Robert Stephenson Exits Early on Friday With Arm Injury
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Robert Stephenson (biceps) was removed early during Friday's outing against the Cleveland Guardians. Stephenson threw three pitches before exiting the contest. The right-hander just returned from Tommy John surgery, but appears to have avoided a major injury. Stephenson reportedly exited the contest due to biceps discomfort, so it's unrelated to […]
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Zach Eflin Tosses Seven Scoreless Innings
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Zach Eflin bounced back nicely versus the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Coming into this start, Eflin had allowed 12 total earned runs over his last two starts. Eflin was sharp on Friday as he tossed seven scoreless innings, allowing four hits, while striking out six batters in the win. To […]
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Coby Mayo Returning to Big Leagues
Baltimore Orioles corner infielder Coby Mayo is reportedly headed back to the big leagues. Mayo was scratched ahead of his game in Triple-A on Friday. The 23-year-old is headed back to Baltimore with Ryan Mountcastle (hamstring) heading to the injured list. Mayo is a top prospect in the O's system, but hasn't really been given […]
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Luis Gil Throws Bullpen Session on Friday
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil (lat) took the mound for his first bullpen session since suffering his injury. Gil threw a 15-pitch outing without any issues, according to Yankees' manager Aaron Boone. This is a step in the right direction for Gil who is still a long way from getting back on the […]
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Nick Kurtz to Begin Running Bases Next Weekend
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz (hip) continues to work his way back from a hip flexor issue that recently placed him on the injured list. The plan is for Kurtz to run the bases next weekend. If everything goes well, Kurtz should head out on a minor league rehab assignment. He'll likely play a few […]
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Joe Mixon Currently in Walking Boot
Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (foot) did not participate in voluntary OTA workouts on Friday. Mixon is currently in a walking boot, but it's reportedly not a serious injury. The star running back played through an ankle injury in the playoffs, so maybe it's not 100 percent healed yet. Regardless, fantasy managers shouldn't be […]
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C.J. Stroud Dealing with Minor Injury
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (pectoral) is not throwing during voluntary OTAs this week. Stroud watched from the sideline on Friday as he's currently nursing a minor pectoral injury. The organization has downplayed this injury. The Texans aren't concerned at all and believe Stroud will increase his activities next week. For now, Davis Mills will […]
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Dillon Gabriel Unlikely to Win Starting Gig
Cleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel appears to be a longshot to win the starting gig to begin the season. Zac Jackson of The Athletic believes there's really no scenario where Gabriel wins the No. 1 spot on Day 1. This news shouldn't really shock anyone as Gabriel was a third-round pick during this year's draft. […]
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49ers Nearing Trade for Bryce Huff
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Bryce Huff appears to be likely on his way to the San Francisco 49ers. The two sides are reportedly finalizing a deal that would send Huff to San Francisco for a mid-round draft pick. Huff still has two years left on a three-year deal he signed with the Eagles last offseason. […]
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Stuart Fairchild Available for Game 2 Despite Dislocated Finger
Atlanta Braves outfielder Stuart Fairchild (finger) was forced to exit early during Thursday's Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies. He exited the contest after suffering a dislocated finger while sliding into second base on a steal attempt in the fourth inning. Despite that, Fairchild is reportedly available as a pinch-runner for the […]
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Genesis Cabrera Officially Signs with Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have officially signed free-agent relief pitcher Genesis Cabrera to an undisclosed major-league contract. Cabrera was designated for assignment by the New York Mets after posting a 3.52 ERA across six appearances. The Cubs are in desperate need of left-handed help out of the bullpen. It sounds like Cabrera will be available out […]
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Danny Jansen Heads to the Bench
Tampa Bay Rays catcher Danny Jansen is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Thursday's game against the Houston Astros. This appears to be a routine rest day for Jansen who went 1-for-6 with a homer and two RBI during their previous series. He was starting to heat up with the bat, but has mostly […]
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Alejandro Kirk Back in the Lineup
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk is back in the starting lineup ahead of Thursday's game against the Athletics. Kirk will make his way back into the lineup after receiving a rest day on Wednesday. He did come into Wednesday's game as a pinch-hitter, but went hitless in his lone at-bat. Now, Kirk will return […]
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