Chauncey Billups Gets Five-Year Deal From Portland

The Portland Trail Blazers have officially ended their hunt for a new head coach. Five-time All-Star guard Chauncey Billups will become the coach in Portland with a five year deal. Billups has no coaching experience at any level and will replace Terry Stotts, who was fired after nine seasons as Portland's head coach. Superstar point […]

Trae Young To Get MRI On Monday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (ankle) is set to undergo an MRI on Monday after suffering an injury during Game 3. Young mentioned that his ankle is sore and hurting, so he's not able to go as fast as he wants to. Obviously, Young plans to play in Game 4 on Tuesday, but it all […]

Joey Gallo Blasts Homer In Win

Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo connected on his 16th home run of the season versus the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. He went 1-for-3 with a two-run blast, one walk, and struck out once in the victory over KC. That is basically a perfect example of what Gallo brings to fantasy managers. He'll hit a […]

Adolis Garcia Helps With Two Hits On Sunday

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia was able to collect two hits during Sunday's victory over the Kansas City Royals. He finished the game 2-for-4 with a triple, a run scored, and one RBI in the victory. The 28-year-old outfielder has broken out to a .279/.318/.550 triple-slash line with 20 homers, and 55 RBI this season. […]

Kolten Wong Shows Improvement, Doubtful For Monday

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Kolten Wong (calf) is making progress, but remains doubtful for Monday's game. Manager Craig Counsell mentioned that Wong is showing improvement, but it unlikely he's ready to return by Monday. He left early during Saturday's game due to tightness in his calf. The organization wants to avoid a trip to the injured […]

Ian Kennedy Notches 13th Save

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Ian Kennedy was able to lock down his 13th save of the season against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. He entered the ninth inning with a three run lead and was able to shut the door without any problems. Kennedy struck out two batters during his scoreless inning of work. […]

Jordan Lyles Allows One Run In Victory

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Lyles put together one of his better outings against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. He went seven innings, allowing seven hits, one earned run, and four strikeouts. The 30-year-old looked sharp against the mediocre Royals lineup, but it was a nice bounce back outing. He'll be in line to […]

Jesse Winker Will Return Monday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker (hip) is expected to return to the starting lineup for Monday's game. Manager David Bell told reporters on Sunday that Winker will return for their next contest. That is great news, Winker has been fantastic with the bat and fantasy managers cannot afford to lose him right now. He suffered […]

Jose Abreu Ruled Out For Game 2 On Sunday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (knee) is not in the starting lineup for the second game of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Seattle Mariners. He was removed during the first game after taking a pitch off his knee. The X-rays came back negative and Abreu is being considered day-to-day with a bruised knee. It […]

Dinelson Lamet Heads To Injured List

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dinelson Lamet (forearm) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The 24-year-old has experienced a history of arm issues, so this is a bit concerning for fantasy managers. Before going down, Lamet posted a 3.67 ERA, 1.40 WHIP and 38/11 K/BB ratio across 34 1/3 innings this season. The […]

James Norwood Recalled On Sunday

San Diego Padres relief pitcher James Norwood has been recalled to the active roster on Sunday. The righty reliever will take the place of Dinelson Lamet (forearm) who landed on the injured list. Norwood has appeared in two games with San Diego this season. He does have some success at the MLB level, but is […]

Didi Gregorius Nearing Return To Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) went 2-for-2 with a double and a walk during Thursday's minor league game in Triple-A. He reached base in all of his plate appearances and appears to be progressing well. Gregorius has been sidelined since early May due to a lingering elbow issue. The hope is that the Phillies […]

Kolby Allard Gets Smacked Around In First Inning

Texas Rangers pitcher Kolby Allard did not look sharp in the early innings against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday. He surrendered three runs in the first innings, but settled down after that. Allard went six innings, eight hits allowed, four earned runs, and one strikeout on Thursday. Despite a lackluster outing Allard is still posting […]

Garrett Cooper Looks Sharp During Rehab Stint

Miami Marlins first baseman Garrett Cooper (back) collected two hits and a walk during Thursday's game with Triple-A Jacksonville. He reached base safely during all three his plate appearances after going hitless on Wednesday. The 30-year-old appears to be getting back into his groove and could return to the active roster by the end of […]

Kyle Barraclough Signs Minors Deal With Twins

The Minnesota Twins have signed relief pitcher Kyle Barraclough to a minor league deal. The veteran righty reliever was released by the New York Yankees earlier this month. Before getting cut, Barraclough posted a 4.21 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 24/11 K/BB ratio across 14 innings in Triple-A. He has not pitched in the MLB since […]

Bryan Abreu Begins Rehab Assignment

Houston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu (calf) began a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday in Triple-A. He has been sidelined since late May due to a lingering calf injury. It sounds like the 24-year-old should be back in the Astros bullpen soon. Hopefully he can return in roughly a week, assuming he doesn't suffer a […]

David Dahl Progressing Well During Rehab Assignment

Texas Rangers outfielder David Dahl (ribs/back) collected three hits during his rehab game in Double-A on Thursday. He was swinging the bat well on Wednesday too, so it sounds like Dahl is getting close to a return. He has been sidelined since late May due to a back and ribs issue. Dahl was slashing .208/.242/.340 […]

Nick Senzel Plays Catch On Thursday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (knee) was able to play catch before Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. He has been out since the end of May due to a knee issue. Senzel was recently transferred to the 60-day injured list, which means he likely won't return until after the All-Star break. It's uncertain how […]

John Means To Return After All-Star Break

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means (shoulder) is expected to return after the All-Star break, according to manager Brandon Hyde. Recently, Means has been playing catch at the Orioles spring training complex. He has been sidelined since the beginning of June due to a shoulder strain. Means was pitching fantastic for the Orioles before going […]

Steven Matz Nearing Return

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Steven Matz has cleared COVID-19 protocols and has rejoined the organization. He is still currently on the injured list, but should be back on the active roster soon. Matz is expected to throw 60 pitches with Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday. The hope is that Matz will be able to rejoin […]

Justin Steele Set To Begin Rehab Assignment

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Justin Steele (hamstring) is heading to Triple-A to begin a rehab assignment. He has been sidelined since late May due to a right hamstring strain. However, Steele was an excellent bullpen option for the Cubs before going down. He posted a 2.03 ERA, 21/7 K/BB ratio and 1.05 WHIP over 13 […]

Corey Seager Should Return In Early July

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hand) is hopefully going to get back on the field by early July, according to manager Dave Roberts. It sounds like Seager is doing well, but the team doesn't want to rush anything. Seager is likely going to start a rehab assignment this weekend and hopefully return before the […]

Harrison Bader To Begin Rehab Assignment Soon

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader (rib) will begin a rehab assignment soon. Manager Mike Schildt mentioned that Bader has resumed baseball activities and is playing outfield in extended spring training. He has been sidelined since May 25 because of a fracture in his rib cage. Fantasy managers should expect Bader to miss at least […]

Joe Smith To Throw Bullpen Session Friday

Houston Astros relief pitcher Joe Smith (elbow) will throw a bullpen session on Friday. It sounds like Smith will use his whole arsenal at the session in Detroit. The hope is that things go well and Smith can be activated shortly after the session. However, he might be asked to go on a rehab assignment, […]

Zach Plesac Will Throw On Thursday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Zach Plesac (thumb) will throw a 40-pitch bullpen session on Thursday. It was reported earlier in the week he might throw around Thursday or Friday, so it appears he's on schedule. Plesac has missed around a month due to a thumb fracture. It's likely that Plesac begins a rehab assignment shortly […]

Scott Alexander Pitching In Triple-A On Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Scott Alexander (shoulder) will pitch for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday. This is an advancement for Alexander after he was pitching in Low-A while rehabbing his shoulder. The move to Triple-A means Alexander is getting closer to a return. He is not eligible to return from the 60-day injured list […]

Vance Worley Signs Deal With Mets

The New York Mets have purchased the contract of pitcher Vance Worley from Kane County of the Independent League. He has not pitched in the MLB since the 2017 season. Worley posted a 4.01 ERA in five starts with Kane County this season. It sounds like Worley is going to head to Triple-A and serve […]

Twins Sign Nick Vincent To Minors Deal

The Minnesota Twins have reached an agreement with relief pitcher Nick Vincent on a minor league deal. The veteran reliever was cut by the Texas Rangers on Tuesday and already has a new home. He posted a 4.11 ERA and 22/7 K/BB ratio over 15 1/3 innings in Triple-A this season. Possibly, Vincent gets a […]

Marcus Stroman Has No Structural Damage

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (hip) has some good news after undergoing an MRI on Wednesday. The test came back and Stroman's left hip area turned up negative for any structural damage. He was removed from his start on Tuesday after experiencing some hip soreness. Currently, Stroman is scheduled to pitch against the […]

Miguel Cabrera Sidelined Versus Cardinals

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (calf) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. He exited Tuesday's game due to calf tightness, so his absence on Wednesday isn't shocking. Hopefully, Cabrera will be able to return after a few days of rest and he won't need an injured […]