Brian Duensing Placed on Bereavement List

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Brian Duensing (personal) has been placed on the bereavement list on Monday. He can be away from the team for 3-7 days. The Cubs recalled Rob Zastryzny to take Duensing's spot in the bullpen. Neither player should be owned in any fantasy leagues right now.

Jay Bruce Scratched on Monday

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce (back) has been scratched from the starting lineup. It's unclear why Bruce has been removed from the lineup, but he was dealing with a back issue over the weekend. He returned to the Mets lineup on Sunday, but maybe his soreness returned. Regardless, Jose Bautista will play right […]

Shane Bieber Will Start on Friday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber has officially been moved into the starting rotation. Adam Plutko will move into the bullpen for the next several days. Bieber struggled during his MLB debut, but pitched much better in his last outing. It's tough to know whether or not this success will continue in the long run. […]

Bradley Zimmer to Have MRI

Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer (shoulder) to have MRI on his right shoulder. Zimmer suffered a shoulder injury during batting practice on Wednesday. He was sent down to Triple-A on June 5. Zimmer has struggled heavily this season, so don't expect him to be much of a fantasy asset this season.

Homer Bailey Pulled Off Rehab Assignment

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Homer Bailey (knee) has been pulled off his minor league rehab assignment. He was torched for five runs on Monday during his rehab debut at Triple-A. Bailey is dealing with discomfort in his right knee. It's unclear when he'll be back with the Reds this season. Fantasy owners should stay as […]

Wilmer Font Named Starter for Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Wilmer Font has been named the starting pitcher for Sunday's contest against the New York Yankees. Manager Kevin Cash announced Font will start, but how long he'll last in the game is unknown. Font threw 3 1/3 shutout innings against the Blue Jays on Wednesday. However, he does not have enough […]

Zach Davies Will Begin Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (shoulder) is throwing a bullpen session on Saturday. He is expected to head out for a minor league rehab assignment on Tuesday. He will likely be back in the Brewers rotation around mid July. He was not pitching well before the injury, so fantasy owners can go ahead and […]

Wade Miley Scheduled to Throw Batting Practice Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Wade Miley (oblique) is scheduled to throw a round of live batting practice on Sunday. He continues to make progress as he works his way back from a strained oblique. Miley is currently not eligible to come off the disabled list until July 9. He should be left on the wavier […]

Colby Rasmus Expected to Return Next Week

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colby Rasmus (hip) is expected to rejoin the big league club at some point next week. Rasmus has been on a rehab assignment working his way back from a left hip flexor strain. It's unclear which day Rasmus will be back with the Orioles, but it should be sometime next week. He […]

Kurt Suzuki is Out on Saturday

Atlanta Braves catcher Kurt Suzuki (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres. Suzuki missed time earlier in the week due to the flu, so there is a chance that he's still battling that illness. Tyler Flowers will handle the duties behind the plate and bat fifth on […]

Adam Duvall is Out on Saturday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Adam Duvall (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. It's likely just a routine day off for the slugging outfielder. Scott Schebler, Jesse Winkler, and Billy Hamilton will cover the outfield for the Reds on Saturday. Duvall brings power to the plate, but his .190 […]

Chris Davis Sitting Again on Saturday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Miami Marlins. Davis has not played since Monday, and manager Buck Showalter hinted Davis could see an extended period of time off. Corban Joseph has been recalled and is expected to take over first base duties. Fantasy […]

Justin Upton Scratched From Saturday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton has been scratched from Saturday's starting lineup. It's unclear why the Angels have decided to give Upton the day off. Chris Young will draw the start in left field. Jabari Blash will cover right field for the Angels on Saturday.

Brandon Belt Activated From DL

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder Brandon Belt (appendicitis) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Saturday. He rejoined the Giants on Friday, but did not see any game action. Belt is expected to play on Saturday, but the lineup has not been officially announced yet. Regardless, Belt should be owned in just about […]

Jay Bruce Remains Out of the Lineup

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce (back) remains out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Bruce has missed three straight games since reporting his back soreness after Wednesday's contest. Bruce will be available off the bench on Saturday. He is expected to return to the starting lineup for Sunday's […]

Zach Britton is Available on Saturday

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Zach Britton (Achilles) was recently activated off the 60-day disabled list. He's pitched twice since returning, and is reportedly available for a back to back outing on Saturday. He struck out two batters over one inning of work on Friday. Manager Buck Showalter said he's going to ease Britton back into […]

Andrew Cashner Will Start Wednesday or Thursday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Andrew Cashner (back) is scheduled to return to the Orioles rotation on either Wednesday or Thursday. He threw a side session on Sunday, and if everything stays the same he'll be out there next week. However, Cashner is not someone worth grabbing in most fantasy leagues. Owners in deeper leagues may […]

Jonathan Villar is Out of the Lineup on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman/outfielder Jonathan Villar (calf) is not in the starting lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. He is not starting due to a left calf injury, but should be available off the bench. Hernan Perez is starting at second base and batting sixth versus Jake Arrieta. Villar has some upside, especially in […]

Yuli Gurriel Not Starting on Friday

Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel (rest) is not in the starting lineup against the Kansas City Royals on Friday. Marwin Gonzalez will start at first base and Evan Gattis will serve as the DH. Gurriel has been heating up lately, so this might be the best time to grab him in fantasy leagues. Friday […]

Ben Zobrist is Sitting on Friday

Chicago Cubs second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cubs just have too many talented regular starters that it becomes difficult for Zobrist to get in the lineup every game. Zobrist has been in a bit of a slump lately, but owners […]

C.J. Cron Sitting on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Matt Duffy will bat leadoff and serve as the DH for this contest. Jake Bauers will play first base against rookie Jonathan Loaisiga. It's likely just a routine day off for Cron. He […]

Austin Meadows Not in Lineup on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Austin Meadows (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. It's tough for the Pirates to find regular playing time for Meadows when they have three other regular outfielders too. However, Meadows brings enough production when he does start that he should be owned in most […]

Jose Iglesias Won't Play on Friday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (personal) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Iglesias is becoming a U.S. citizen, so he will get a rare day off on Friday. Niko Goodrum will start at shortstop and bat sixth for the Tigers on Friday.

Jorge Polanco Delays Start to Rehab Work

Minnesota Twins shortstop Jorge Polanco (finger) cut his finger on a car door and will delay the beginning of his rehab assignment. He got suspended 80 games in March for testing positive for Stanozolol, an anabolic steroid. Polanco was supposed to begin taking rehab at-bats on Sunday. There is a good chance that Polanco won't […]

John Hicks Continues to Start at First Base

Detroit Tigers catcher/first baseman John Hicks took over the daily job at first base after Miguel Cabrera (bicep) went down for the season. The best part about Hicks is he has catcher eligibility in most leagues. That makes him a bit more of an interesting addition since many catchers are not reliable hitters. Hicks is […]

Billy Hamilton Out on Friday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton (knee) is not in Friday's starting lineup against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Hamilton has been struggling this season, but he's not out due to rest. Hamilton is out on Friday because of a sore knee. It's been a disappointing season for Hamilton, but many owners might want to keep him because […]

Chris Davis Continues To Sit Out on Friday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Miami Marlins. Manager Buck Showalter said Davis' return to the starting lineup is "not imminent." Davis has not been in the starting lineup since Monday. He continues to work on his swing after batting .150 to begin […]

Tyler Naquin Activated From DL on Friday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Friday. He missed roughly five weeks due to a left hamstring strain. Naquin will start in center field and bat eighth on Friday. Yonder Alonso (personal) has been placed on the 3-7 day emergency family leave list, so Naquin will […]

Matt Kemp Suspended One Game

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp (personal) has been suspended one game following his involvement in Wednesday's brawl with the Rangers. Kemp got in the face of Robinson Chirinos after a home plate collision. Chirinos was also punished with a one game suspension, but will serve his on Friday. Kemp is appealing his suspension and […]

Yonder Alonso Could Miss Entire Weekend Series

Cleveland Indians first baseman Yonder Alonso (personal) has been placed on the medial family emergency list. Alonso is expected to miss the entire weekend series against the Minnesota Twins. Erik Gonzalez is batting ninth and playing first base for the Indians on Friday. Alonso brings along some power, but owners in deeper leagues are probably […]