David Bote is Out of the Lineup Monday

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. The red-hot Bote will get the night off, while Javier Baez bats cleanup and plays third base against righty Jake Junis. Bote does not see regular playing time, so it's tough to own him despite […]

Adam Engel Likely To See Increased Playing Time

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel is likely going to see increased playing time over the next couple of weeks. Leury Garcia (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list, so Engel is expected to play just about everyday. However, Engel has struggled with the bat this season, so he won't be an option […]

Miguel Rojas Sitting Out on Monday

Miami Marlins infielder Miguel Rojas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. J.T. Riddle will draw the start at shortstop and seventh against righty Luke Weaver. The battle for playing time continues with Rojas and Riddle, so many fantasy owners will want to stay away from this […]

Jose Martinez, Harrison Bader Starting on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielders Jose Martinez and Harrison Bader are in the starting lineup for Monday's contest against the Miami Marlins. Injuries to Dexter Fowler and Tyler O'Neill have opened up significant playing time for Martinez and Bader. Martinez will bat third and play right field, while Bader bats seventh and plays center field against […]

Jose Bautista, Devin Mesoraco Out on Monday

New York Mets corner infielder/outfielder Jose Bautista and catcher Devin Mesoraco are out of Monday's starting lineup. Brandon Nimmo will bat sixth and play right field against righty Homer Bailey. Kevin Plawecki will draw the start behind the plate and bat eighth on Monday. Plawecki can be avoided in fantasy leagues and DFS contests, but […]

Melky Cabrera Sitting Out on Monday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Melky Cabrera (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Cabrera is hitting .097/.097/.097 off righty Kyle Gibson in his career, so he'll sit this one out. Brandon Guyer will bat ninth and play right field for the Indians on Monday. Guyer has not seen much […]

Yan Gomes Remains Out of the Lineup on Monday

Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. This marks the third straight game that Gomes has been out of the lineup. However, Gomes is feeling much better on Monday and could return to the starting lineup on Tuesday, according to manager Terry Francona. […]

Jay Bruce Could Return Soon

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce (hip) "is getting really anxious" to return, according to manager Mickey Callaway. Bruce has been sidelined since June 17 die to a hip strain. The Mets have reportedly put an "aggressive" plan in place to get Bruce back on the field. However, Bruce's bat has been awful this […]

Adeiny Hechavarria Traded to Pirates

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria has been traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Matt Seelinger. The Rays designated Hechavarria for assignment on Wednesday, but it wasn't because of poor play. He's a solid defender and is hitting .258/.289/.332 with three home runs and 26 RBI in 61 games with the […]

Steven Matz Throwing Bullpen Session

New York Mets starting pitcher Steven Matz (arm) will throw a bullpen session on Monday. The Mets are going to wait and see how he feels on Tuesday before deciding what to do next. Matz went down last week, but there is a chance that he could return as early as this week. Corey Oswalt […]

Sandy Alcantara Throwing Bullpen Session Monday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (arm) will throw a bullpen session on Monday. The Marlins have not decided whether they will activate Alcantara or if he'll go on a rehab assignment. Alcantara has been on the disabled list since early July, but could be back soon. However, he should only be worth a look […]

Tyler O'Neill Placed on 10-Day DL

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (groin) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Monday. He was scratched from Saturday's lineup and will now get a few days off to rest. Adolis Garcia has been called up to take O'Neill's spot on the active roster. Harrison Bader is expected to see everyday playing […]

Robinson Cano to Begin Rehab Assignment Monday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma on Monday. Cano is eligible to return from his 80-game PED suspension on August 14. He will be taking reps at first base and third base in preparation for a possible utility role once activated.

Athletics Acquire Mike Fiers

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Mike Fiers has been traded to the Oakland Athletics on Monday. In exchange for Fiers the Tigers will receive two players to be named later or cash considerations. Fiers holds a 3.48 ERA and 87/26 K/BB ratio in 119 innings over 21 starts with Detroit this season. Left-handed pitcher Jeremy Bleich […]

George Springer Placed on 10-Day DL

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (thumb) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Monday. Springer injured his thumb during a slide on Sunday and is expected to miss roughly two weeks. Derek Fisher has been recalled to take Springer's spot on the active roster. Tony Kemp could see more action with Springer […]

Nick Ahmed Not Starting on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Ahmed is getting a much deserved day off, while Ketel Marte bats seventh and plays shortstop against righty Chris Stratton. Marte has been hot over the last week and could be a cheap DFS option […]

Steven Souza Jr. Out on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Souza will get a day off after playing in four straight contests. Jon Jay will lead off and play right field against righty Chris Stratton. Jay is hitting .391/.417/.522 over the last week, so […]

Delino DeShields Scratched From Lineup on Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (head) has been scratched from the starting lineup on Friday. DeShields is reportedly battling a headache, so he'll sit out of Friday's contest against the Baltimore Orioles. Carlos Tocci will bat ninth and play center field against righty David Hess. However, Tocci is not much of a fantasy option and […]

Dee Gordon is in the Lineup on Friday

Seattle Mariners second baseman/outfielder Dee Gordon (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. It was unclear whether or not Gordon would start on Friday after he suffered an ankle injury on Thursday. Gordon will lead off and play second base against lefty Ryan Borucki on Friday.

Logan Forsythe Starting on Friday

Minnesota Twins infielder Logan Forsythe is batting fifth and playing second base against Royals' righty Heath Fillmyer on Friday. Forsythe was acquired in a four-player deal that sent second baseman Brian Dozier to the Dodgers. This will be Forsythe's first start in a Twins uniform. However, he's hitting .231/.294/.324 off right-handed pitching this season, so […]

Ryan Braun is Out of the Lineup Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/first baseman Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Colorado Rockies. The Brewers stacked up on hitters during the last couple of weeks, so Braun is just the odd man out on Friday. Eric Thames will play right field and bat seventh against righty German Marquez. […]

Willy Adames is Sitting Out Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Willy Adames (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Adames is hitting just .188/.247/.271 off right-handed pitching this season, but seemed to be heating up a bit lately. Daniel Robertson will draw the start at shortstop and bat sixth against righty Lucas Giolito […]

Jose Bautista Starting at First Base, Wilmer Flores Sitting

New York Mets corner infielder/outfielder Jose Bautista will draw the start at first base and bat second against righty Anibal Sanchez on Friday. Bautista has not played much first base during his career, but he'll get an opportunity with Wilmer Flores (rest) out of the starting lineup. This seems like a favorable matchup for Bautista, […]

Dansby Swanson is Out on Friday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Mets. Swanson is hitting .200/.294/.267 over the last two weeks, so he'll get a chance to rest on Friday. Charlie Culberson will bat eighth and play shortstop against righty Jacob deGrom. Culberson can be avoided in […]

David Freese Batting Cleanup on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates corner infielder David Freese will remain in the starting lineup for Friday's game. Freese will bat fourth and play first base against righty John Gant. This season Freese is hitting .299/.352/.515 with five home runs and 24 RBI against right-handed pitching. Freese is not normally someone you would count on in fantasy sports, […]

Tyler O'Neill Starting, Harrison Bader Sitting

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill will bat fifth and play center field against Pittsburgh Pirates righty Chris Archer on Friday. Harrison Bader who started on Thursday will get the day off on Friday. It appears that O'Neill and Bader are going to split time in center field for the rest of the season. That […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Not in the Lineup Friday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Asdrubal Cabrera (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Miami Marlins. Cabrera has played a bunch since joining the Phillies, so he's earned a day off. Scott Kingery will start at shortstop and bat eighth against righty Trevor Richards. Kingery is not worth considering in DFS contests […]

Chris Owings Optioned, Andrew Chafin Activated

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder/outfielder Chris Owings has been optioned to Triple-A Reno on Friday. Owings is hitting .198/.267/.287 this season and has continued to struggle throughout the 2018 season. Relief pitcher Andrew Chafin has been activated off paternity leave on Friday. He's been solid out of the bullpen for Arizona, but does not hold much fantasy […]

Ryan Zimmerman Back in the Lineup Friday

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman is back in the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Cincinnati Reds. Zimmerman sat out in Thursday's contest and has seen his playing time decrease lately. He will start at first base and bat seventh against righty Anthony DeSclafani on Friday. Zimmerman could be an option in DFS […]

Tucker Barnhart Resting on Friday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Washington Nationals. Barnhart is hitting .317/.411/.460 off left-handed pitching this season, but the Reds felt he needed a day off. Curt Casali will start behind the plate and bat seventh against lefty Gio Gonzalez. Casali is not worth […]