Jeimer Candelario Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Wednesday

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (wrist) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday. He is expected to play at least three games before returning to the active roster. He landed on the disabled list May 14 due to tendinitis in his left wrist. It's an issue that continues to […]

Dustin Pedroia Won't Play in Rehab Game on Tuesday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will not play in Tuesday's contest with Triple-A Pawtucket. He was expected to play in rehab games on Tuesday and Wednesday before being re-evaluated. Pedroia is sitting out on Tuesday due to light rain, so it's unclear if that will mess up the timetable for his return. […]

Ervin Santana Will Throw 60 Pitches in Rehab Start

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) will throw 60 pitches in his first minor league rehab start on Wednesday. He had his scheduled start with Double-A Chattanooga rained out, so the team pushed it back to Wednesday. Santana will move onto a 75-pitch outing May 28 at Triple-A Rochester. There could be one more […]

Trevor May Will Work Five Innings on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins pitcher Trevor May (elbow) is expected to throw five innings during a rehab start on Tuesday with Triple-A Rochester. He will throw six innings on Sunday with the same club, and could return from the 60-day disabled list after that. It's unclear whether or not the Twins plan to use May as a […]

Yonny Chirinos Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos (forearm) is expected to begin his rehab assignment on Thursday. He resumed throwing bullpen sessions on Friday, so he's getting closer to a return. Chirinos wants to return by early June, but that is only going to happen if everything goes as planned. He's been out since late April […]

Elvis Andrus Cleared to Swing A Bat

Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus (elbow) has been cleared to swing a bat. He is currently on the 60-day disabled list for an olecranon fracture in his right elbow. He suffered this injury in April, but if everything goes as planned, Andrus could return to the active roster by the middle of June. Jurickson Profar […]

Adrian Beltre Taking Grounders on Tuesday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) took grounders hit right at him on Tuesday. He did not do any lateral movement, so the veteran is still going to be out for a couple of weeks. Beltre has been sidelined since May 15 due to a hamstring strain. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will continue to play third […]

Jordan Zimmermann Will Need Multiple Rehab Starts

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (shoulder) will need multiple rehab starts before rejoining the Tigers' rotation, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. His injury originally was only supposed to require a minimum disabled list stint. Zimmermann has already missed two weeks and is going to miss a couple more weeks. He was pitching well before […]

Jeimer Candelario Needs A Few More Rehab Games

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (wrist) might need a few more rehab games at Triple-A, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. He fielded grounders on Thursday, but continues to deal with left wrist tendinitis. It's an injury that could lead to Candelario having surgery. However, he is going to attempt to play through the issue […]

Joe Mauer Receives Treatment on Monday

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) got treatment at Target Field on Monday for his issues with sensitivity to light and balance. Manager Paul Molitor said Mauer's condition is "a little better." The Twins placed Mauer on the disabled list on Saturday and Logan Morrison is expected to take over at first base. Mauer […]

Anibal Sanchez Starting Rehab Game on Monday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) is expected to go roughly four innings or 65 pitches in his start on Monday. He could be activated for the doubleheader against the Mets on May 28. There is no spot for Sanchez in the Braves starting rotation right now. He could make spot starts every now […]

Pat Neshek Throws on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek (forearm, shoulder) made 30 flat-ground throws on Monday. This was the first time Neshek has thrown a ball since being diagnosed with a right forearm strain a few weeks ago. He'll continue to work his way back, but Neshek is not expected to return until at least mid-June. Neshek […]

Ervin Santana's Rehab Start Rained Out

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) had his start rained out in Florida on Monday. Santana will pitch on Wednesday with Double-A Chattanooga. He continues to work his way back from a procedure he had on his middle finger in early February. Santana is likely going to return in mid-June, but that depends if […]

Tommy Kahnle Beginning Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle (shoulder, biceps) is beginning his rehab assignment with Low-A Charleston on Monday. He has been out since mid-April due to right shoulder and biceps tendinitis. Kahnle is expected to make a couple rehab appearances before returning to the Yankees. He's worth owning in some leagues that highly value […]

Daniel Murphy Still Unable to Play in Extended Spring Training

Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy (knee) still hasn't played in an extended spring training game. Murphy was supposed to be playing for roughly a week now, but has yet to actually play. The Nats have not set a timetable for his return, but this will obviously delay it somewhat. Fantasy owners should hang onto […]

Adrian Beltre is Out A Few More Weeks

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) is making progress but is still a few weeks away from returning, according to general manager Jon Daniels. Beltre has been on the disabled list twice this season due to hamstring issues. The 39-year-old is a quick healer but continues to aggravate the injury. Fantasy owners with a […]

Alex Wilson Threw on Monday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Wilson (foot) ran on the field and threw off flat ground on Monday. The next step will likely be a few bullpen sessions in the coming days. Wilson would go on a rehab assignment after that and hopefully return to the Tigers bullpen soon. He's been making good progress and […]

Greg Bird Could Return This Week

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (ankle) could be activated from the disabled list sometime this week, according to manager Aaron Boone. Bird is hitting just .174/.387/.304 during eight rehab games this season, but he's feeling healthy. He is playing his first rehab game with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday. Bird should be owned in […]

Matt Bush Recalled From Triple-A

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Matt Bush has been recalled from Triple-A Round Rock on Monday. He was sent down last month due to lack of control, but he improved during his time in the minors. Kevin Jepsen has been designated for assignment, so Bush will move into his spot on the roster. Bush is only […]

Jerad Eickhoff Experienced Numbness in Rehab Start

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jerad Eickhoff (lat) has been out all season with a lat strain. On Sunday, Eickhoff experienced numbness in the tips of his right middle and index fingers. The team has decided to re-evaluate him before deciding what the next step is going to be. Zach Eflin and Vince Velasquez are likely […]

Justin Upton is Out on Friday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (hand) is not in the starting lineup against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. He left Thursday's contest after getting hit by a pitch in the hand by Chris Archer. The X-rays came back negative, so Upton should be able to avoid a disabled list stint. Chris Young will […]

Andrew Triggs Lands on Disabled List

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Andrew Triggs (arm) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The team is calling the injury right arm nerve irritation. Triggs was forced to exit early into Thursday's start against the Blue Jays. It's unclear how long Triggs will be on the disabled list. Kendall Graveman will likely be called […]

Francisco Cervelli is Not Playing on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli (finger) is not in the starting lineup against the San Diego Padres on Friday. He jammed his finger while diving back into a base on Thursday. Elias Diaz will take over the catching duties for Friday's contest. It sounds like a day-to-day injury for Cervelli, so fantasy owners should not […]

Jedd Gyorko Expected to Start At Shortstop

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Jedd Gyorko is going to see the bulk of the starts at shortstop while Paul DeJong (hand) is out, according to manager Mike Matheny. President of baseball operations John Mozeliak mentioned Yairo Munoz when asked who would play shortstop the most. However, Matheny is the one that fills out the lineup […]

Adeiny Hechavarria Not Playing on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup on Friday. The good news is that the Rays have not placed Hechavarria on the disabled list. It appears the hamstring strain that he suffered on Thursday isn't too serious. Daniel Robertson will draw the start at shortstop on Friday. Hechavarria is […]

Ervin Santana Will Make Rehab Start on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) will make an extended spring training start on Tuesday. He is scheduled to throw 60 pitches in his first game action since his procedure on his middle finger in February. Santana will join High-A Fort Myers after his outing on Tuesday. There is a good chance that Santana […]

Josh Reddick is Out on Friday

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (leg) has been scratched from Friday's starting lineup. The Astros are calling the injury left leg irritation, but it's unclear how long Reddick will be sidelined. Derek Fisher will draw the start in right field on Friday. Reddick has been a disappointment at the plate this season, but this injury […]

Starling Marte Out on Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte (oblique) is not in the starting lineup against the San Diego Padres on Thursday. He confirmed on Wednesday that he is currently dealing with an oblique injury. Marte does not believe he'll need to go on the disabled list for this injury. He's been fantastic this season, so hopefully he […]

Cole Hamels Could Pitch on Friday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Cole Hamels (neck) was scratched from his scheduled start on Thursday. Doug Fister will make the start on Thursday versus the Chicago White Sox. The Rangers have not announced who will start on Friday. Austin Bibens-Dirkx, Matt Moore and Jesse Chavez are all options for Friday. Manager Jeff Banister said that […]

Carson Smith Will Seek Second Opinion on Shoulder

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Carson Smith (shoulder) will seek a second opinion on his shoulder next week. He was placed on the disabled list on Tuesday with a right shoulder subluxation. He hurt his shoulder after throwing his glove in frustration on Monday. It appears this could be a fairly serious injury. Fantasy owners […]