Yusei Kikuchi Will Be Skipped in Rotation

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi will be skipped during his next turn in the rotation. The team is rebuilding and they want to limit Kikuchi's innings this season. He threw a shutout last outing against the Jays, so it has nothing to do with performance. Jutus Sheffield is expected to start on Friday and […]

Justus Sheffield Will Be Called Up Friday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Justus Sheffield is expected to be called up by the major league team on Friday. Sheffield has a 4.13 ERA with 133 strikeouts in 133 innings in the minors this season. The Mariners are out of contention, so they may give Sheffield a long look in the rotation. He's worth a […]

Marco Estrada Released by Athletics

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Marco Estrada (back) has been released by the organization on Tuesday. Estrada has been sidelined since April due to a back issue that needed surgery. He wasn't pitching well during his rehab outings, so the Athletics decided to let him go. He might land on another team, but won't have any […]

Austin Riley Could Begin Rehab Work This Weekend

Atlanta Braves outfielder Austin Riley (knee) is hopeful that he will be able to begin a minor league rehab assignment this weekend. Riley has been sidelined since August 8 with a partially torn LCL in his right knee. He was able to hit on the field on Tuesday, so that's a good sign moving forward. […]

Dansby Swanson to Begin Rehab Soon

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (foot) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in the next few days. Swanson has been running the bases and taking fielding practice without any issues the last few days. He's been sidelined since July 27 due to a foot contusion, but could return to the Braves' lineup by the […]

Max Kepler Returns to the Lineup Tuesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (illness) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox. He was removed from Sunday's game due to an illness and didn't play on Monday. Kepler will bat leadoff and play center field versus righty Reynaldo Lopez. Kepler has been in a slump with the […]

Travis Demeritte is Sitting on Tuesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Travis Demeritte (groin) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros. Demeritte is dealing with a sore groin that he suffered during Monday's game. The team doesn't believe it's too serious, so Demeritte is listed as day-to-day. Victor Reyes will bat leadoff and play right field versus […]

Pablo Lopez to Make Rehab Start Wednesday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez (shoulder) is scheduled to make a rehab start on Wednesday with Triple-A New Orleans. Lopez has been sidelined since mid-June due to a shoulder strain. He's already made four rehab appearances, so he should be ready to return soon. However, he doesn't offer great upside in fantasy leagues, so […]

Steve Cishek Activated on Tuesday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Steve Cishek (hip) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. He missed 10 days of action due to left hip inflammation, but is ready to pitch out of the bullpen on Tuesday. However, Craig Kimbrel is back as well, so Cishek won't see too many ninth inning save […]

Kike Hernandez Returns on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Kike Hernandez (hand) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Hernandez missed almost a month of action due to a left hand sprain. He'll draw the start at second base and bat seventh versus righty Sean Reid-Foley on Tuesday. Hernandez was hitting well before the injury, so he […]

Chris Taylor Activated on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (forearm) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Taylor missed the last five weeks due to a fracture in his left forearm. Taylor will bat fifth and play left field versus righty Sean Reid-Foley on Tuesday. Taylor has been fairly reliable with the bat, so he […]

Joe Ross Expected to Be Fine

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Joe Ross (leg) is scheduled to make his next start versus the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. He took a comebacker off his right leg during his start on Monday. He was removed from the contest, but it appears to be a day-to-day type of issue. Ross is expected to stay in […]

Darrell Henderson is Seeing Plenty of Snaps

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson has been heavily involved in the offense during the first two preseason contests. Henderson has 12 rushing attempts for 29 yards and seven receptions for 33 yards through two games. He's listed as the third string running back for the Rams going into the season. However, he could […]

Darrel Williams Sees Little Action Against Steelers

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams saw plenty of usage in their preseason opener, but was kept quiet during the second preseason contest. Williams saw six carries for 25 yards versus the Bengals. However, the Chiefs decided to let other players get into the mix for their game against the Steelers. Williams has quickly […]

Demarcus Robinson Has Slow Start to Camp

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson hasn't been too involved in the offense during the first two preseason games. He caught one pass for six yards during their preseason opener. He didn't see any receptions in the second game versus the Steelers. He's basically been passed on the depth chart by rookie Mecole Hardman. […]

Damien Williams Takes Snaps Versus Steelers

Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams got involved in the first-team offense during their second preseason game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. Williams saw five snaps in the contest, but it's still early in camp, so fantasy owners shouldn't be alarmed. Williams was dealing with hamstring issues a few weeks ago, so the Chiefs might […]

Mecole Hardman Has Been Impressive

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman has been impressive through the first few preseason games this season. He's caught three passes for 48 yards and two touchdowns through two games. The rookie wideout is listed as the No. 3 wide receiver for the Chiefs this season. However, it's difficult to imagine him having much […]

Harrison Butker Remains Reliable Option

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is once again going to be one of the better kickers in fantasy football this year. Butker is coming off a solid season with the Chiefs and should have just about the same fantasy value in 2019. This preseason Butker has made all six PATs and has made one […]

Sammy Watkins Has Slow Start to Camp

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins has not been as involved in the preseason as some may have expected coming into the season. Watkins has just one reception for seven yards through two preseason games. However, Watkins does have a long history with injuries, so the Chiefs main focus is keeping Watkins on the […]

Chris Sale to Be Shut Down for Six Weeks

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) will be officially shut down for the next six weeks of action. Sale will be given a platelet-rich plasma injection in his elbow, so he won't pitch again in the regular season. He'll finish the season with a 4.40 ERA and 218/37 K/BB ratio across 147 1/3 […]

Yoan Moncada To Be Activated on Thursday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Moncada is scheduled to play in back-to-back rehab games on Monday and Tuesday. He should be ready to return to the major league roster after that, assuming everything goes well. He's been sidelined all month […]

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 […]