Willy Adames Avoids Major Injury

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (ankle) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the Miami Marlins. He appeared to have rolled his ankle while sliding into home plate. The X-rays on his ankle came back negative, so it sounds like Adames has avoided major injury. He has been diagnosed with a left ankle […]

Diego Castillo Records Second Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Diego Castillo earned his second save of the season against the New York Mets on Sunday. Right-hander Drew Steckenrider came in the begin the ninth, but allowed four hits and two runs. The Mariners handed over the ball to Castillo who recorded the final two outs of the game. In May, […]

Victor Reyes Suffers Injury On Sunday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes (leg) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. This is a shame because Reyes was just activated before this contest. He missed time due to a quad strain, so the injury on Sunday could be related. Derek Hill replaced Reyes in the second inning of […]

Willy Adames Exits Early Against Marlins

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (ankle) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the Miami Marlins. The young shortstop slid awkwardly into home plate during the first inning. He appeared to have rolled his ankle, but tried to stay in the game. Adames was removed from the contest in the second inning. This […]

Austin Meadows Exits Early Versus Orioles

Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows (illness) returned to the starting lineup on Sunday after missing the last two games. He wasn't able to play in the past two contests due to an inner ear infection and dizziness. Meadows made it through one inning during Sunday's contest before exiting the contest. It's uncertain why he left […]

Alex Verdugo To Play On Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (foot) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. He exited early on Friday after fouling a ball off his foot. The X-rays came back negative, so it sounds like Verdugo has avoided major injury. The 25-year-old has been off to a slow start […]

Byron Buxton Is Back On Sunday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (rest) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. He'll resume his normal role in the leadoff spot after a rest day on Saturday. Buxton is coming off a knee injury, so the Twins are going to be cautious with him. Fantasy managers should expect […]

Yoan Moncada To Rest On Sunday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. This appears to be a routine day off for Moncada. The 26-year-old is 6-for-21 with a pair of homers since returning from the injured list. Josh Harrison will cover the hot corner and […]

Nico Hoerner To Miss Third Straight Game

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner (ankle) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He will miss his third straight game after suffering an ankle injury on Wednesday. The 25-year-old is considered day-to-day, but could end up on the injured list, assuming this issue doesn't get better soon. In the […]

Bryce Harper To Sit Out On Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Harper will get a much deserved day off after collecting three hits on Saturday. The 29-year-old is playing through partially torn UCL. That being said, there could be more rest days for Harper in the […]

Kevin Kiermaier Out On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. He fouled a ball off his knee during Saturday's contest. It sounds like Kiermaier is feeling better, but remains out of the lineup as a precaution. Fantasy managers should consider Kiermaier day-to-day, so hopefully […]

John Wall Could Be Bought Out

Houston Rockets guard John Wall is expected to exercise his $47.4 million player option for next season. He'll be the second-highest paid player in the league behind Stephen Curry. The Rockets are likely to try and trade Wall, but finding a trade partner with his current salary is unlikely. That being said, Wall would join […]

Robert Williams III Questionable For Game 7

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 7 matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. He has missed each of the last three games due to left knee soreness. He'll likely have his minutes monitored, assuming Williams is cleared to play. Otherwise, Grant Williams and Al Horford will be asked […]

Khris Middleton Listed As Out For Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's Game 7 against the Boston Celtics. This shouldn't come as a shock since Middleton is still recovering from an MCL sprain. The Bucks still haven't given a timetable for Middleton, so he could very well miss more games, assuming the Bucks advance. Wesley […]

Jeremy Pena Remains Out On Saturday

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (knee) remains out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. He exited early during Thursday's game due to knee discomfort and hasn't played since then. At the moment, the Astros are considering Pena day-to-day. This doesn't sound like something that will require a trip to the […]

Nico Hoerner Remains Out On Friday

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner (ankle) will remain out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He has been sidelined since Wednesday after suffering an ankle sprain. The 25-year-old is considered day-to-day, so hopefully he can avoid a trip to the injured list. Hoerner has held his own with the bat, […]

Ryan Mountcastle Lands On Injured List

Baltimore Orioles infielder Ryan Mountcastle (wrist) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to May 11. This is not shocking news after Mountcastle has missed the last few games due to a left wrist strain. The 25-year-old is hitting .268/.299/.402 with four home runs this season. Fantasy managers should be patient with him […]

Robinson Cano Officially Joins Padres

The San Diego Padres have officially agreed to a contract with infielder Robinson Cano. The 39-year-old will get a major league contract after being released by the Mets on May 8. Cano will be a solid left-handed option off the bench and a possible option at designated hitter. This season, Cano is hitting .195/.233/.268, but […]

Brendan Rodgers Is Back On Friday

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers (hand) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. He'll make his return to the lineup after missing each of the last two games due to a hand injury. Rodgers will bat sixth and play second base versus right-hander Zack Greinke on Friday. He's […]

Randal Grichuk Returning To The Lineup

Colorado Rockies outfielder Randal Grichuk (illness) will return to the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. The 30-year-old has missed each of the last two games due to a non-COVID related illness. He'll bat fifth and play right field versus righty Zack Greinke on Friday. Grichuk is hitting .281/.323/.449 with four […]

Seiya Suzuki Remains Out On Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (ankle) remains out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He left Monday's game due to ankle soreness. Since then, Suzuki has only taken one at-bat, so he could very likely end up on the injured list. In May, Suzuki is hitting .192/.250/.346, so he could […]

Kris Bryant Took Batting Practice On Friday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant (back) took a batting practice session on Friday. He received a cortisone injection on Monday, so it sounds like Bryant is making progress. The 30-year-old has been sidelined since April 25, so he is expected to need a minor league rehab assignment. The Rockies are expected to re-evaluate Bryant […]

Dylan Bundy Likely To Start On Saturday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Dylan Bundy is expected to make the start against the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday. Bundy has been sidelined since May 5 after testing positive for COVID-19. Luckily, the right-hander has cleared the league's health and safety protocols, so he is eligible to return. He is posting a 5.76 ERA, 1.32 WHIP […]

Taylor Ward Expected To Rejoin Starting Lineup On Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (hamstring) is expected to be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Oakland Athletics. This would be the first time Ward has been in the starting lineup since last Sunday. He has been dealing with right hamstring tightness, but came off the bench to pinch-hit on Wednesday. […]

Luis Gil Optioned On Friday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil has been optioned to Triple-A on Friday. This doesn't come as a surprise since Gil was only up to make a spot start against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. The 23-year-old allowed four runs over four innings of work. Now, Gil will head back to the minors […]

Jonathan India Resumes Baseball Activities

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jonathan India (hamstring) has reportedly resumed doing baseball activities. This is good news since the young infielder has been sidelined roughly two weeks due to right hamstring tightness. The Reds don't have a timetable for India, but the hope is that he'll return before the end of May. India was hitting well […]

Devin Booker Struggles In Game 6 Loss

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker put together a rough shooting performance during Thursday's Game 6 matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Booker hit 6-of-17 shots and missed all four of his attempts from beyond the arc. He finished with 19 points, eight rebounds, and three assists in the loss. Booker also had eight turnovers during his […]

Reggie Bullock Surprises On Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard Reggie Bullock failed to convert all of his field goal attempts during Game 5. However, Bullock turned it around on Thursday and helped his team get the win. He scored 19 points with seven rebounds and two steals in the Game 6 victory over the Phoenix Suns. This 19-point effort marks a […]

Luka Doncic Goes Off In Game 6

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic has been in and out of the lineup throughout the postseason. However, he was able to play on Thursday and made a huge impact during their Game 6 victory. The All-Star guard scored 33 points with 11 rebounds and eight assists in the win over the Phoenix Suns. His near […]

Robert Williams III Questionable For Game 6

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's Game 6 against the Milwaukee Bucks. He is dealing with knee soreness in the left knee that he had surgery on in March. He wasn't available for Game 5, so fantasy managers shouldn't be shocked if he misses another game. Grant Williams […]