Jason Heyward, Willson Contreras Out on Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward and catcher Willson Contreras are out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. It appears both players are just getting a routine day off. Ben Zobrist will play right field and bat cleanup, while Victor Caratini does the catching and bats seventh versus righty Anthony DeSclafani. […]

Jake Bauers is Back in the Lineup on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jake Bauers is back in the starting lineup after sitting out during Wednesday's contest. Bauers has been in an awful slump over the last week, but still remains in the third spot in the order versus lefty Danny Duffy. DFS players can avoid Bauers for this contest, but hopefully he'll […]

Dansby Swanson is Sitting Out on Thursday

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Miami Marlins. It appears that this is just a rest day for the young infielder. Charlie Culberson will play shortstop and bat seventh versus righty Elieser Hernandez. Culberson has been in a slump lately, so there should be […]

Miguel Rojas Starting At First Base on Thursday

Miami Marlins infielder/outfielder Derek Dietrich (rest) will sit out of Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Miguel Rojas will play first base and bat sixth versus lefty Sean Newcomb. Dietrich does not hit lefty pitchers well, so he'll sit this one out. Rojas hits lefties a little better than Dietrich, but still not good enough […]

Tommy Pham Took Swings on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Tommy Pham (finger) took some swings with the bat on Thursday. He is still experiencing some soreness in his dislocated finger, but hopes to play in the next couple of days. He's only played eight games since joining the Rays, but is expected to play everyday once healthy.

Steve Pearce is Dealing with Back Issue

Boston Red Sox first baseman/outfielder Steve Pearce (back) was out of the starting lineup on Thursday due to a stiff back. That explains why Pearce didn't come in following Mitch Moreland's early exit due to a bruised knee. Pearce is expected to be fine and should be back in the lineup on Friday.

Michael Wacha Will Make Rehab Start Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (oblique) will make another rehab start at High-A Beach on Thursday. He struggled during his first minor league rehab start on Saturday. The Cardinals are hopeful that Wacha can return to the starting rotation by early September. He's been out since June with a left oblique strain.

Blaine Hardy Expected to Return as Reliever

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Blaine Hardy (elbow) is expected to return as a relief pitcher when he's activated off the disabled list. He landed on the 10-day DL on August 15 due to left elbow tendinitis. Hardy is expected to return as early as Tuesday, but won't have much fantasy value out of the bullpen. […]

Phillies Acquire Reliever Luis Avilan

Chicago White Sox lefty relief pitcher Luis Avilan has been traded to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. In exchange for Avilan the White Sox will receive righty pitcher Felix Paulino. Avilan has posted a 3.86 ERA with a 46/14 K/BB ratio this season. He is known as a lefty specialist since he's kept lefty hitters […]

Aaron Judge is Still Not Swinging A Bat

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) is reportedly still not swinging a bat yet. Judge has a fractured right wrist that takes roughly a month or so to heal. Judge was hopeful that he would be back in the lineup by now, but is still dealing with pain in his wrist. It sounds like […]

Jake Bauers is Out, Matt Duffy Back in on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays first base Jake Bauers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Kansas City Royals. C.J. Cron will serve as the first baseman and bat cleanup versus righty Jake Junis. Matt Duffy is back in the starting lineup after sitting out of Tuesday's contest. He'll bat second and […]

Jose Bautista Will Lead Off on Wednesday

New York Mets corner infielder/outfielder Jose Bautista will lead off and play right field versus righty Casey Kelly on Wednesday. Bautista is hitting just .176/.299/.297 over the last month, but will bat first for some reason. Possibly the Mets are just trying to shake up their lineup to create some offense. Regardless, Bautista is worth […]

Andrew McCutchen is Sitting Out on Wednesday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. McCutchen is subject to multiple trade rumors, so the Giants will keep him out of the lineup on Wednesday. Gorkys Hernandez will draw the start in right field and bat eighth versus righty Noah […]

Edwin Encarnacion Activated, Starting Wednesday

Cleveland Indians first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (hand) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday. Encarnacion was forced to miss exactly 10 days with a right hand contusion. He will bat cleanup and play first base versus lefty Brian Johnson. Encarnacion is not exactly the best DFS candidate, but his power makes him […]

Josh Harrison is Out Again on Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder/outfielder Josh Harrison (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for the third straight game on Wednesday. Harrison was able to bat off the bench on Tuesday, but isn't able to start yet. Adam Frazier will bat fifth and play second base against righty Julio Teheran. Frazier has struggled with the bat lately, […]

Starling Marte is Back in the Lineup Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after missing two games. Marte was benched for lack of effort on Monday and had a doctor's appointment on Tuesday. He will bat second and play center field against righty Julio Teheran. He should be a solid play for DFS contests in […]

Stephen Strasburg Activated, Starting Wednesday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list and is starting against the Phillies on Wednesday. Strasburg was forced to miss a full month with a pinched nerve in his neck. Health issues are always a concern with Strasburg, but fantasy owners can count on him when he's […]

Justin Bour is in the Lineup on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Justin Bour is back in the starting lineup after not seeing much action the last few days. Carlos Santana will rest for this contest, but could be used off the bench. Bour will play first base and bat cleanup against righty Stephen Strasburg. Bour is in a favorable part of the […]

Wilson Ramos Out of the Lineup Again on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Wilson Ramos (hand) is out of the starting lineup for the second consecutive game on Wednesday. He reportedly underwent an MRI on his left hand. That explains why Ramos has been out of the lineup the last two days. It's unclear how serious of an injury this is at the moment. Jorge […]

George Springer Remains Out on Tuesday

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (quad) remains out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. He was scratched from Monday's contest and is reportedly still dealing with soreness in his quad. Springer is considered day-to-day and is not expected to land on the disabled list. Tony Kemp will start in center […]

James Paxton Aiming to Throw Bullpen on Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (forearm) is aiming to throw a bullpen session on Thursday. It appears that Paxton is recovering well and his swelling on his forearm is almost gone. Paxton is on schedule to return for the series against the Oakland Athletics starting August 30.

Mike Leake Scratched on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Mike Leake (illness) has been scratched from Tuesday's start against the Houston Astros. Righty Nick Vincent will draw the start, but is only expected to go a few innings. This is likely going to be a bullpen day for the Mariners. Leake should be fine and is not expected to land […]

Brian Dozier is Out of the Lineup Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Brian Dozier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It appears this is just a routine day off for the righty slugger. Chris Taylor will play second base and bat seventh versus righty Daniel Poncedeleon. Taylor has been average with the bat […]

Yasiel Puig is Back in the Lineup on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Puig came off the bench and collected a hit in Monday's loss to the Cards. He'll play right field and bat eighth versus righty Daniel Poncedeleon. Puig is crushing right-handed pitching this season, so he […]

Matt Carpenter is Out on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Matt Carpenter (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. It's just a routine day off, so Carpenter should be back in the lineup Wednesday. Jose Martinez will lead off and play first base against lefty Hyun-Jin Ryu. Martinez is in a favorable […]

Buster Posey Likely Done for the Season

San Francisco Giants catcher/first baseman Buster Posey (hip) is likely to undergo season-ending hip surgery, according to John Shea. Posey is out of the lineup on Tuesday and may have already played his last game of the season. Posey has been dealing with this hip injuries since May. The Giants are discussing options of possible […]

Jose Abreu Scratched on Tuesday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (abdominal) has been scratched from Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Abreu is dealing with lower abdominal pain, so he'll sit out this contest. The organization will do more tests, but hopefully this is just a day-to-day issue. Matt Davidson will play first base and bat third against […]

Jonathan Schoop is Out on Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Jonathan Schoop (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Orlando Arcia will play shortstop and bat eighth against righty Sal Romano. Arcia has been awful with the bat this season, so DFS players can go ahead and avoid him.

Ryan Braun is Out of the Lineup Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Braun has been dealing with a rib cage issue, but did return to the lineup on Monday. It looks like he is just getting routine day off on Tuesday. Eric Thames will bat sixth and […]

Eric Thames is Back in the Lineup Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Eric Thames (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Thames was out of the lineup for a few games due to a sore knee. He'll bat sixth and play right field against righty Sal Romano. Thames has struggled over the last two weeks, so […]