Rafael Devers Remains Out on Friday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Devers tweaked his right hamstring on Wednesday and hasn't played since then. The team is hopeful that Devers can avoid the injured list and play this weekend. Eduardo Nunez will draw the start […]

Dallas Keuchel Will Start on Friday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel has been recalled from the minors and will draw the start versus the Washington Nationals on Friday. Two weeks after his signing, he will finally make his debut with Atlanta. This will be Keuchel's first start MLB start since last October, so fantasy owners might want to be cautious […]

Aaron Judge Activated, Starting Friday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (oblique) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Judge sat out roughly two months due to a strained left oblique. Judge will bat leadoff and play right field versus righty Brad Peacock on Friday. Judge was hitting fairly well before the injury, so hopefully he can […]

Aaron Hicks is Dealing with Shoulder Injury

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (shoulder) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Hicks revealed that he's been playing through shoulder soreness over the last week or so. He'll miss his second straight game on Friday, but he did receive a cortisone shot. There is a good chance […]

Jorge Alfaro Placed on Concussion List

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (head) has been placed on the 7-day concussion list. Alfaro was hit on the head with a backswing on Thursday. The Marlins recalled catcher Wilkin Castillo to take over Alfaro's spot on the active roster. Castillo and Bryan Holaday will serve as the Marlins' catchers for the next week or […]

Hunter Dozier Activated, Starting Friday

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (chest) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Dozier has missed the last three weeks due to chest injury. He'll play third base and bat third versus lefty Martin Perez. Dozier has been one of the few bright spots for the Royals this season, so […]

DJ LeMahieu Sits Out on Friday

New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. This appears to be a routine day off for LeMahieu, but he should be back in there next game. Giovanny Urshela will draw the start at third base and bat eighth versus righty Brad Peacock. […]

Domingo German Throws Bullpen Session on Friday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German (hip) threw a bullpen session on Friday. It was a 25-pitch session and he had no issues afterwards, so he'll throw another bullpen session on Monday. He is expected to make at least one rehab start before returning to the Yankees rotation. German should be back before the […]

Vince Velasquez Will Start on Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Vince Velasquez will draw the start against the Miami Marlins on Saturday. Velasquez holds a 4.83 ERA in seven starts with the Phillies this season. He was demoted to the bullpen, but hasn't pitched much better there. He's a risky DFS option even against the Marlins weak offense.

Joe Ross Recalled on Friday

Washington Nationals pitcher Joe Ross has been recalled from the minors on Friday. He is the favorite to draw the start on Sunday versus the Atlanta Braves. However, Ross will be available out of the bullpen until then. He has a 9.22 ERA over 16 relief appearances, so he's not a fantasy asset to anyone. […]

Ryan Braun is Absent on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. This appears to be a routine day off for the veteran outfielder. Ben Gamel will bat leadoff and play left field versus righty Sonny Gray. Gamel is not dangerous with the bat and can be avoided […]

Dexter Fowler is Sitting on Friday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. This is the second game in a row that Fowler has sat out. Jose Martinez will play left field and bat fifth versus righty Griffin Canning. Martinez has been hot with the bat lately, […]

Frankie Montas Suspended 80 Games

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas has been suspended 80 games for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance. This is a huge blow to fantasy owners and the Athletics organization. Montas was 9-2 with a 2.70 ERA with 90 strikeouts and 21 walks this season. Montas will not appeal the suspension and will sit out […]

Ryan Zimmerman Could Start Rehab Work This Weekend

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (foot) could begin his rehab assignment this weekend, according to manager Dave Martinez. Zimmerman is dealing with plantar fasciitis, but has been increasing his workload this week without any setbacks. He's been banged up this season, but the Nationals are hopeful they can get Zimmerman back by mid-July.

Adam Wainwright Activated, Starting Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. The veteran righty missed his last start due to a strained hamstring. Wainwright will get the start against the Miami Marlins on Thursday. He's usually not a great fantasy option at this point in his career, but […]

Cody Allen Released by Angels

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Cody Allen has been officially released by the organization on Thursday. Allen began the season as the closer for the Angels, but things quickly escalated. He had a 6.25 ERA in 25 appearances, but converted all four saves chances while with the Angels. He should land on another organization quickly, […]

Cody Bellinger Sits on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Francisco Giants. This will be a rare day off for the young slugger, but he should be back in there next game. Kike Hernandez will bat leadoff and cover center field versus lefty Madison Bumgarner. Hernandez […]

Miguel Sano Sits on Thursday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Sano has been unable to find his groove at the plate this season. Willians Astudillo will play third base and bat ninth versus righty Glenn Sparkman. Astudillo has been reliable with the bat lately, […]

Carlos Gonzalez is in the Lineup Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Carlos Gonzalez will be in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Mets. Gonzalez has seen plenty of playing time since joining the Cubs roster. However, the extra at-bats have not helped him at the plate. Gonzalez has only six hits over his last 15 games. He'll bat seventh […]

Daniel Descalso Starting at Second Base

Chicago Cubs infielder Daniel Descalso will be in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Mets. Descalso has not seen much playing time lately, so it's surprising to see him in the lineup. He'll play second base and bat ninth versus righty Walker Lockett. Descalso has only five hits over the last […]

Zac Gallen Named Starter for Thursday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Zac Gallen has been recalled from Triple-A on Thursday. Gallen will make his major league debut against the St. Louis Cardinals. Gallen had a 1.77 ERA with 112 strikeouts and 17 walks in 14 starts in the minors. He'll likely stick around in the Miami rotation for awhile. Gallen should be […]

Jonathan Lucroy Gets Thursday Off

Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. This will be a routine day off for the veteran catcher. Dustin Garneau will draw the start behind the plate and bat eighth versus lefty Clayton Richard. Garneau is not worth a look in […]

Harrison Bader is Absent on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Bader isn't exactly crushing the ball right now, so a rest day is probably needed. Dexter Fowler will draw the start in center field and bat sixth versus righty Trevor Richards. Fowler continues to slump […]

Yadier Molina Gets Night Off

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins. The veteran catcher will get a rare off day here. Matt Wieters will draw the start behind the plate and bat eighth versus righty Trevor Richards. Wieters has one hit in his last 24 at-bats, […]

Kolten Wong is Out on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Wong will get a routine day off, so he should be back in the lineup next game. Tommy Edman will cover second base and bat seventh versus righty Trevor Richards. Edman should be avoided […]

Jorge Polanco Gets The Night Off

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Polanco will get a much-needed day off here. Luis Arraez will cover shortstop and bat sixth versus lefty Eduardo Rodriguez. Arraez has been solid in his short time in the majors, but doesn't have enough […]

Ronald Guzman Sits Out Against Indians

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Indians. Guzman has not done much at the plate this season, so this is possibly Texas trying to shake things up. Logan Forsythe will bat eighth and play first base versus righty Adam Plutko. Forsythe has […]

Nick Markakis is Out on Wednesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. The veteran outfielder will get a routine day off here. Charlie Culberson will slide over to right field and bat eighth versus lefty Steven Matz. Culberson hasn't seen much playing time lately, and isn't someone […]

Robinson Cano is Sitting Versus Braves

New York Mets second baseman Robinson Cano (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. This will be a routine day off for the veteran slugger against a left-handed starter. Jeff McNeil will bat leadoff and play second base versus lefty Max Fried. McNeil should hold some fantasy value […]

Brad Miller Gets The Start at Third Base

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Brad Miller will get the start at third base against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. Miller was acquired from the Yankees last week in exchange for cash considerations. He was having a strong campaign in Triple-A, so he's looking to continue that in Philly. Miller will bat seventh and play third base […]