Ryan Braun Gets the Day Off

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The veteran slugger will get the day off to rest, but should be back in there soon. Ben Gamel will cover left field and bat seventh versus righty Mike Foltynewicz. Gamel doesn't have much fantasy value, […]

Andrew Benintendi is Absent on Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Houston Astros. The team has decided to give Benintendi the day off versus the left-handed starter. J.D. Martinez will slide over to left field and bat cleanup, while Eduardo Nunez bats eighth and serves as the designated […]

Justin Turner Returns to the Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (shin) will return to the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Turner left Friday's game after fouling a ball off his shin. He did not play on Saturday, but bats third and plays third base against righty Tanner Roark on Sunday. Fantasy owners can feel […]

Brendan Rodgers is Sitting Out on Sunday

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Rodgers started his first two games after his promotion, but managed just one hit in eight at-bats. Ryan McMahon will draw the start at second base and bat seventh versus righty Jerad Eickhoff. McMahon is not […]

Willie Calhoun is Resting on Sunday

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Since his promotion, Calhoun had started four straight games. It appears the Rangers want to give Calhoun a day off to rest. Shin-Soo Choo will leadoff and play left field, while Hunter Pence serves as […]

Khris Davis Returns to the Lineup on Sunday

Oakland Athletics designated hitter Khris Davis (hip) is back in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Davis did not play in Saturday's contest due to left hip soreness. He'll serve as the designated hitter and bat cleanup versus lefty Gregory Soto. This is a great fantasy matchup for Davis, so DFS […]

Scott Kingery is Activated on Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Scott Kingery (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Kingery had missed the last month due to a right hamstring strain. He'll bat seventh and make his first career first in center field versus lefty Kyle Freeland on Sunday. Kingery was hitting .406/.457/.719 before the injury, so the […]

James Paxton Threw Bullpen Session on Sunday

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Sunday. Paxton is dealing with left knee inflammation, but it sounds like he's close to returning. Paxton believes that he'll need one more bullpen session before he'll be ready to return. The Yankees have a bullpen session scheduled for Paxton on […]

Jose Altuve Will Likely Need Rehab Assignment

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) is expected to go on a rehab assignment this week, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Altuve has been on the injured list for about a week. He'll likely only need a few rehab games before he's able to rejoin the Astros lineup. Fantasy owners should expect to have […]

Mike Clevinger Could Return By June

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger (back) is still recovering from a right upper back muscle strain. The team believes that Clevinger could head out for a rehab assignment after throwing two or three more bullpen sessions. He is eligible to come off the injured list on June 7. It's unclear if he'll be ready […]

Hunter Pence is Resting on Saturday

Texas Rangers designated hitter Hunter Pence (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The veteran outfielder will get a routine day off here. Willie Calhoun will draw the start in left field and bat second, while Shin-Soo Choo will leadoff and bat first versus righty Dakota Hudson. […]

Justin Turner is Held Out on Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (shin) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Turner fouled a ball off his shin during Friday's game. The X-rays came back negative, so Turner is considered day-to-day at the moment. Matt Beaty will cover first base and bat sixth, while Max […]

Adam Plutko is Starting on Saturday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Adam Plutko will draw the start versus the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday. Plutko will make the start on Saturday which will push back Carlos Carrasco and Shane Bieber. Plutko missed the first five weeks of the season due to a forearm injury. He's not a reliable streaming option, even against the […]

Brendan Rodgers Will Start Again

Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers will remain in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Rodgers made his MLB debut on Friday, but went hitless. Ryan McMahon is struggling with the bat, so Rodgers should continue seeing playing time. Rodgers will bat seventh and play second base versus righty Aaron Nola. […]

Ian Desmond Getting A Day Off

Colorado Rockies first baseman Ian Desmond (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Desmond has a shaky .219 batting average, but has hit five home runs and knocked in 20 runs. David Dahl will draw the start in center field and at third versus righty Aaron Nola. Dahl […]

Didi Gregorius Will Play in Extended Spring Training Games

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is scheduled to begin playing in extended spring training games on Monday. Gregorius is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Yankees plan to use Gregorius at designated hitter when he returns that way they don't put too much stress on his elbow. There is a chance that […]

Jose Peraza is Resting on Saturday

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jose Peraza (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Peraza continues to struggle with the bat, so he'll sit the bench in this one. Derek Dietrich will draw the start at second base and bat sixth versus righty Walker Buehler. Dietrich doesn't have much […]

Kendrys Morales is Sitting Out on Saturday

New York Yankees designated hitter Kendrys Morales (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Morales hit his first home run on the Yankees during Friday's contest. The Yankees are banged up at the moment, so Morales actually has some fantasy value despite his recent struggles with the […]

Travis d'Arnaud is Sitting on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Travis D'Arnaud (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. The newly acquired catcher will sit this one out, but should be back in there on Sunday. Erik Kratz will draw the start behind the plate and bat ninth versus righty Masahiro Tanaka. Kratz […]

Hunter Wood Activated on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Hunter Wood (shoulder) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Wood missed the last two weeks due to right shoulder soreness. He's pitched 6 1/3 innings and has not allowed a run yet this year. He'll likely pitch in the middle relief most of the time, but should see spot […]

James Paxton is Still Dealing with Discomfort

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) is expected to come off the 10-day injured list next week. He was placed on there May 4th due to left knee inflammation. However, Paxton says that he is still dealing with discomfort in his knee. He's scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday, so hopefully […]

Tyreke Evans Disqualified from NBA

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Tyreke Evans has been disqualified from the NBA due to violation of the league's substance abuse policy. Evans won't be allowed to play in the NBA for two years. However, after those two years, he's eligible to seek reinstatement. Evans is currently 31 years old and was going to be a free […]

Jose Altuve Could Return Next Week

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) is hopeful that he'll be able to resume baseball activities in a few days. The Astros are going to wait and see how he feels after doing activities before they decide when he'll be ready to return. Altuve is eligible to be activated next Tuesday, so hopefully he […]

Trevor Williams Placed on 10-Day Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Trevor Williams (side) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Williams left during Thursday's start after going just 3 2/3 innings of work. The injury is being called a right side strain and it appears he could be sidelined for quite some time. It's unclear who is going to take […]

Mike Moustakas is Out of the Lineup

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The Brewers are facing a lefty pitcher, so they decided to play matchups and go with a right-handed batter. Hernan Perez will bat sixth and play third base versus Max Fried. Perez can be avoided […]

Niko Goodrum is Scratched on Friday

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Goodrum is dealing with flu-like symptoms, so he'll get the night off. Gordon Beckham will bat leadoff and play shortstop versus righty Frankie Montas. Beckham is in a favorable part of the order, but hitters are […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. is Out of the Lineup on Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Bradley has been awful with the bat this season, so the Red Sox are looking to shake up their lineup. J.D. Martinez will bat third and play right field, while Eduardo Nunez serves as […]

Kevin Kiermaier Sitting Versus Lefty

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Kiermaier is getting the day off against the left-handed starter. Guillermo Heredia will draw the start in center field and bat ninth versus lefty CC Sabathia. Heredia doesn't have enough upside with the bat […]

Daniel Murphy is Absent on Friday

Colorado Rockies first baseman Daniel Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rockies will play matchups and go with the right-handed bat against the lefty starter. Mark Reynolds will draw the start at first base and bat cleanup versus lefty Cole Irvin. Reynolds hasn't done enough […]

Adam Eaton is Out Against Lefty

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This is not a surprising move as the Nats are facing veteran left-hander Cole Hamels. Michael A. Taylor will draw the start in center field and bat eighth against Hamels. Taylor can be ignored in fantasy contests.