Ian Desmond Gets Day Off on Monday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Desmond will get a routine rest day here, but should be back in the lineup on Tuesday. Garrett Hampson will cover center field and bat eighth versus righty Zac Gallen. Hampson doesn't have enough upside to […]

Ryan Braun is Out Again on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Braun sat out on Sunday due to rest, but he's sitting out again on Monday as well. It's unclear if he's dealing with an injury or the Brewers just want to shake up their outfield. […]

Billy Hamilton Claimed by Braves

Kansas City Royals outfielder Billy Hamilton has been claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves on Monday. He was designated for assignment by KC after hitting .211/.275/.269 with the team. The Braves have lost two outfielders in just a few short weeks, so Hamilton provides depth. His speed makes his a useful fantasy option, but […]

Jose Peraza Draws Start in Outfield

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jose Peraza is moving to the outfielder for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. Peraza normally plays second base for Cincinnati, but is shifting to the outfield against the left-handed starter. Peraza will play left field and bat fifth versus lefty Eric Lauer. Peraza is 0-for-8 through his last seven games, […]

Brian Dozier Placed on Paternity Leave List

Washington Nationals second baseman Brian Dozier (personal) has been placed on the paternity leave list on Monday. Dozier's wife went into labor, so he will miss the beginning of the upcoming series versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Adrian Sanchez has been recalled to take over the spot on the active roster. Asdrubal Cabrera will cover second […]

Max Kepler is Out of the Lineup Monday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (illness) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Kepler left Sunday's game due to illness, so that could be why he's sidelined again. Marwin Gonzalez will cover right field and bat sixth versus righty Ivan Nova. Gonzalez has been incredible with the bat […]

Zach Davies Activated, Starting on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (back) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. He was sidelined last week due to back spasms, but will return to the rotation versus the St. Louis Cardinals here. Davies has a 3.74 ERA through 23 starts with the Brewers this season. He was getting roughed […]

Jaime Barria Will Start on Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria will draw the start in the second game of the doubleheader versus the Texas Rangers on Tuesday. Barria is 4-6 with a 6.62 ERA in seven starts with the Angels this season. He isn't a reliable fantasy option and he's not worth streaming on Tuesday.

A.J. Puk to Join Athletics on Tuesday

Oakland Athletics pitcher A.J. Puk is expected to join the major league team ahead of Tuesday's game against the New York Yankees. Puk is one of the highest rated pitching prospects in baseball right now. He's posted a 4.97 ERA this season in the minors, but is coming off Tommy John surgery. He's going to […]

Mallex Smith is Back in the Lineup

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mallex Smith is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Smith was benched for a few games after making multiple mistakes on the while running the bases. He's starting in right field and batting seventh versus lefty Brendan McKay. Smith has been able to get a […]

Jose Urena Will Make Rehab Start Monday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena (back) is scheduled to make a rehab start with Double-A Jacksonville on Monday. Urena threw one inning during his last outing on Friday and is scheduled to throw one inning on Monday. He's been sidelined since the beginning of June due to back issues. It appears the Marlins are […]

Lorenzo Cain Remains Out on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Cain will miss his third straight game on Monday due to an oblique issue. The Brewers are hopeful that Cain can avoid the injured list and get back into the lineup this week. Trent Grisham […]

Tyler O'Neill Takes Batting Practice Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (wrist) is scheduled to take batting practice before Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. O'Neill has been sidelined basically all month due to a strained left wrist. He's expected to begin a rehab assignment either Tuesday or Wednesday. O'Neill should be back in the Cardinals' lineup before the end […]

Nick Senzel Scratched on Monday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (elbow) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. He was hit by a pitch during Sunday's contest and is still dealing with a sore elbow. However, he's listed as day-to-day, so he shouldn't land on the injured list. Phillip Ervin will bat […]

Jose Altuve Gets Day Off

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers. This is a normal day off for the All-Star infielder, so he should be back in the lineup on Tuesday. Jake Mayfield will cover second base and bat eighth versus righty Edwin Jackson. Mayfield is […]

Niko Goodrum is Out of the Lineup Again

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Houston Astros. Goodrum is dealing with a sore groin, but isn't expected to land on the injured list. Ronny Rodriguez will cover second base and bat seventh versus lefty Wade Miley. Rodriguez doesn't have much upside with the […]

Nelson Cruz is Activated on Monday

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz (wrist) has been activated off the 10-day injured list on Monday. He suffered a ruptured tendon in his left wrist, but was only sidelined for 10 days. He'll be back in the lineup on Monday versus righty Ivan Nova. Cruz should continue to be a reliable source of power […]

Joey Votto is Placed on Injured List

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive August 15. Votto has not played since Wednesday due to lower back tightness. It's unclear how long Votto is going to be sidelined at the moment. Josh VanMeter is expected to draw most of the starts at first base. […]

Ketel Marte Remains Out on Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ketel Marte (back) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants. This marks the second game in a row that Marte has missed due to back tightness. Adam Jones will cover center field and bat fifth versus lefty Madison Bumgarner. Jones has been red-hot at the […]

Yasmani Grandal Sits Out Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Yasmani Grandal (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Washington Nationals. Grandal has seen an increased workload lately, so he'll get a much deserved off day here. Manny Pina will draw the start behind the plate and bat sixth versus righty Erick Fedde. Pina doesn't have enough […]

Ryan Braun Gets the Day Off Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Washington Nationals. The veteran slugger will get a routine day off here to rest. Ben Gamel will cover left field and bat seventh versus righty Erick Fedde. Gamel has been awful with the bat lately, so he's not […]

Tony Gonsolin Will Start on Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin will draw the start versus the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. Gonsolin has a 3.21 ERA across 14 innings during three games (two starts) with the Dodgers this season. He's surprisingly pitched well and could be an interesting streaming option against the Braves on Sunday. He could see another […]

Miguel Cabrera Gets Off Day on Sunday

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The veteran slugger will get a routine rest day here and could see plenty of time off as the season rolls on. Brandon Dixon will cover first base and bat cleanup versus righty Trevor […]

Dexter Fowler is Off Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Fowler will get a routine day off here to rest, so he should be back in there next game. Lane Thomas will draw the start in center field and bat seventh versus lefty Alex Wood. […]

Jose Ramirez is Sitting on Sunday

Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. Ramirez is getting a rare off day here to rest, so fantasy owners don't have to worry about an injury. Mike Freeman will cover third base and bat ninth versus lefty CC Sabathia. Freeman […]

Sean Doolittle Placed on Injured List

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Sean Doolittle (knee) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. He's dealing with right knee tendinitis, but this injury conveniently comes up after he gave up three home runs in the ninth inning on Saturday. Regardless, the Nats did need to lighten the workload on Doolittle. Daniel Hudson […]

Wil Myers Gets Day Off Sunday

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Myers will get a routine day off here to rest, but should be back in the lineup next game. Josh Naylor will cover left field and bat second versus lefty Jason Vargas. Naylor has been […]

Sean Doolittle Could Lose Closer Job

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Sean Doolittle could be in danger of losing his job as the closer after blowing the save on Saturday. Doolittle gave up three home runs in the loss on Saturday and has struggled heavily lately. Manager Dave Martinez has acknowledged that the Nats might need to head in another direction for […]

Eugenio Suarez is Back in the Lineup Sunday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (thumb) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Suarez exited early on Friday due to a thumb issue and sat out on Saturday. He'll bat third and play third base versus righty Jack Flaherty on Sunday. Fantasy owners can feel safe about […]

Joey Votto Remains Sidelined on Sunday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (back) remains out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Votto hasn't played since Wednesday due to lower back tightness. Josh VanMeter will cover first base and bat second versus righty Jack Flaherty. VanMeter has been solid with the bat lately, but he doesn't […]