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 […]

CC Sabathia Activated, Starting Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Sabathia has been sidelined all month due to a lingering knee issue. He's posting a 4.78 ERA across 17 starts with the Yankees this season. He'll draw the start against the Cleveland Indians on Sunday. He's only […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is Day-to-Day

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (knee) will be sidelined for a few days after having an MRI on his knee. Guerrero tweaked his knee during Saturday's game and came out of the contest. The MRI showed only inflammation, so he should out for just a few games. Brandon Drury will bat seventh […]

J.D. Davis is Sidelined on Sunday

New York Mets outfielder J.D. Davis (calf) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Davis is battling right calf tightness and will miss his second game in a row. It sounds like the injury is day-to-day, so he shouldn't land on the injured list. Aaron Altherr will play […]

Jedd Gyorko Activated on Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Jedd Gyorko (wrist) has been activated from the 60-day injured list on Sunday. Gyorko hasn't played since June due to multiple nagging injuries, but appears fine now. He'll make his debut for the Dodgers after being acquired by the team at the trade deadline. Gyorko will bat fifth and play first […]

J.P. Crawford Will Rest on Sunday

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Crawford will get a routine day off here, but will be in the lineup most days. Dee Gordon will slide over to shortstop and bat second versus righty Wilmer Font. Gordon could be an interesting […]

Lorenzo Cain Won't Play on Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Washington Nationals. This is the second game in a row that Cain has sat out due to rest. He's in a bit of a slump right now, so the Brewers are trying other options. Trent Grisham will bat […]

Chad Henne Solid in Outing Versus Steelers

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne had a fairly impressive outing versus the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday. Henne went 7-for-14 with 96 passing yards and a touchdown with zero interceptions in the loss. Henne has been solid through two games this preseason, but has no fantasy value with Patrick Mahomes healthy. Henne should continue to […]

Carlos Hyde Has Five Carries on Saturday

Kansas City Chiefs running back Carlos Hyde played fairly well during his limited playing time on Saturday. Hyde had five carries for 23 yards in Saturday's 17-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Hyde is listed as the backup running back to starter Damien Williams on the depth chart. It sounds like the Chiefs are going […]

Darwin Thompson Has 30 Yards in Loss

Kansas City Chiefs running back Darwin Thompson has been one of the bright spots for the Chiefs out of camp this season. Thompson rushed for 30 yards on four attempts in Saturday's 17-7 loss to the Steelers. He was useful in the pass game last preseason contest, but received zero targets in the pass game […]