Daniel Murphy Will Play At Least Two More Rehab Games

Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy (knee) is scheduled to play at least two more minor league rehab games. Manager Dave Martinez said Murphy was close to activation but is still going to need a few more rehab games. Fantasy owners should hang onto Murphy because it sounds like he could be back very soon.

Adam Ottavino Lands on 10-Day DL

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Adam Ottavino (oblique) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. The team believes Ottavino suffered a left oblique strain during his appearance on Sunday. He's been one of the best relievers in baseball with a with a 0.95 ERA and 45/10 K/BB ratio over 28 1/3 innings. Scott Oberg will […]

Anibal Sanchez Will Start on Tuesday

Atlanta Braves pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) will draw the start against lefty Steven Matz and the Mets on Tuesday. He pitched well during his latest rehab start at Triple-A Gwinnett on Friday. There is a chance that Sanchez has a limited pitch count on Tuesday, so he could be a poor streaming option. It sounds […]

Anthony DeSclafani Expected to Make One More Rehab Start

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (oblique) is expected to make at least one more minor league rehab start. He struggled heavily in Friday's start at Triple-A Louisville. He is eligible to come off the disabled list on Monday, but the team wants him to make another start. DeSclafani allowed six runs over five innings […]

Niko Goodrum Pulled Out of Monday's Game

Detroit Tigers infielder/outfielder Niko Goodrum (illness) was pulled out of Monday's 9-3 victory over the Angels. The team is calling the issue dehydration, so it does not sound too serious. Goodrum was having problems catching his breath, so the team decided to pull him out. He should be fine to play in Tuesday's contest.

Yimi Garcia Recalled From Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Yimi Garcia has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Monday. Edward Paredes has been sent down in order to make room for Garcia on the active roster. Garcia has allowed four runs in 4 2/3 innings this season with the Dodgers. He'll likely work in low-leverage situations, so fantasy […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu Throws Long Toss on Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu (groin) played long toss and threw to the catcher off flat ground on Monday. This is the first time Ryu has thrown since he suffered a strained left groin roughly three weeks ago. Manager Dave Roberts said Ryu would be sidelined until the second half, but it appears […]

Raisel Iglesias Throws Side Session on Monday

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias (biceps) threw a side session on Monday. Assuming everything goes fine, there is a good chance that Iglesias returns on Wednesday. He has been out since May 20 due to a strained biceps in his left arm. Iglesias has been solid this season, so fantasy owners should hold onto him […]

Jean Segura Could Have A Concussion

Seattle Mariners shortstop Jean Segura (head) did not play in Monday's contest against the Texas Rangers. He was in the lineup but was scratched after the doctors would not sign off on his return. It's unclear if the Mariners are just being cautious or if Segura does have a potential injury like a concussion. He […]

Joe Panik Could Return This Weekend

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) is expected to rejoin the Giants this weekend. Panik is beginning a rehab assignment at Triple-A Sacramento on Monday. He's expected to play five games or receive 20 at-bats to get into form, according to John Shea. Panik has not played since April 27 due to a […]

Madison Bumgarner Could Return on Friday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) could return on Friday, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Nothing is official yet, but Bochy said that the team is "open minded" to Bumgarner returning Friday. The plan is to have Bumgarner throw around 70 pitches during his next start. That start could very well be on […]

Jurickson Profar Out of Thursday's Lineup

Texas Rangers shortstop/outfielder Jurickson Profar (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Profar went 3-for-8 with six RBI over his last two games. It's surprising to see him get a day off after it looks like he's finally found his groove. Hanser Alberto will play shortstop against lefty […]

Ryan Braun is Back in the Lineup on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (back) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list and plugged into Thursday's starting lineup. Braun was out the minimum 10 days with middle back tightness. He should be owned in most leagues despite his early struggles this season.

Matt Moore Could Start on Tuesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Moore (knee) threw 70 pitches during Thursday's live batting practice. He landed on the disabled list last week due to right knee soreness. There is a chance that Moore returns to the starting rotation as early as Tuesday. The Rangers are going to wait and see how he responds before […]

Nathan Eovaldi Will Make Season Debut Next Week

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) will make his season debut against the Oakland Athletics on Monday or Tuesday. He was crushed for eight earned runs during his latest rehab outing on Wednesday. However, it appears Eovaldi is finally healthy after having Tommy John surgery. He could become a bright spot in the […]

Charlie Tilson Recalled From Triple-A

Chicago White Sox outfielder Charlie Tilson has been recalled from Triple-A on Thursday. He's batting .248/.288/.298 through 173 plate appearances in the minors this season. Tilson has been out for nearly two years, but is back with the White Sox after Leury Garcia (hamstring) landed on the disabled list. There is a chance that Tilson […]

Austin Bibens-Dirkx Makes Season Debut on Thursday

Texas Rangers pitcher Austin Bibens-Dirkx will draw the start against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. He has a 3.72 ERA over eight minor league starts this season. The Rangers optioned lefty Brandon Mann to Triple-A Round Rock to make room for Bibens-Dirkx. The Royals are struggling this season, but Bibens-Dirkx is not a favorable […]

Dustin Pedroia Will Be Activated on Friday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will be activated from the disabled list on Friday. The veteran is back after missing the first 60 games of the season due to offseason knee surgery. The Red Sox may ease Pedroia back into action, but it should not take him long to regain his role […]

Darren O'Day Likely Getting Cortisone Injection

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (elbow) is likely getting a cortisone injection in his right elbow, according to manager Buck Showalter. He was supposed to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday, but O'Day did not feeling healthy enough to do so. The Orioles will likely need to wait a few days after the injection […]

Josh Reddick Expected to Only Miss Minimal Time

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (leg) is only expected to miss the minimum amount of time on the disabled list, according to manager A.J. Hinch. He is eligible to come off the disabled list on June 1. The Astros were hopeful Reddick could recover without a DL stint, but that was obviously not the case. […]

Liam Hendriks is Starting Rehab Assignment

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (hip) is reportedly starting a rehab assignment on Thursday. He had surgery a few weeks ago to remove a cyst from his hip. It's unclear how long he's going to be out for at the moment. Hendriks has pitched just three innings this season. He should not be owned […]

Ryan Buchter Begins Throwing From 75 Feet

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Ryan Buchter (shoulder) has reportedly begun throwing from 75 feet. He has been out since late April due to a shoulder strain. Buchter is playing long toss, so that's a good sign towards his recovery. There is a chance that Buchter begins bullpen sessions as early as next week. He does […]

Carlos Gomez Hopes to Join Rays on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez (groin) is hopeful he'll be activated from the disabled list when he's eligible on May 26. He suffered a right groin injury on Tuesday, but it sounds like he's almost ready to return. Gomez has resume activities and is easing himself back into action. He's struggled this season and […]

Mitch Haniger is Out on Wednesday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (wrist) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest. However, Nelson Cruz (elbow) is back in the Mariners lineup against the Athletics. Haniger left Tuesday's game after getting hit on the arm by a pitch. The X-rays came back negative, but it appears the Mariners want to be cautious […]

Dustin Pedroia is Expected to Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will play seven innings in Wednesday's game at Triple-A Pawtucket. Pedroia will have an opportunity to play Thursday if his knee is feeling up to it. The Red Sox want to see Pedroia play in back-to-back contests before letting him return to the big league club. Pedroia […]

Carson Kelly Could Return This Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Carson Kelly (hamstring) will play in a rehab game with Triple-A Memphis before possibly returning to the Cardinals on Saturday. Kelly will catch Cardinals prospect Alex Reyes on Thursday. Steve Baron is expected to be sent down once Kelly is ready to return. However, Kelly is not worth owning in even […]

Brandon Guyer Lands On 10-Day Disabled List

Cleveland Indians outfielder Brandon Guyer (neck) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He joins Bradley Zimmer, Lonnie Chisenhall and Tyler Naquin on the list of Indians outfielders on the DL. Guyer was hitting .150/.244/.325 with three homers and 10 RBI before he landed on the disabled list. He should not be owned in […]

Anthony DeSclafani Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Anthony DeScalfani (oblique) will make his first rehab start with Triple-A Louisville on Friday. He is getting close to appearing in his first MLB game since 2016. DeScalfani could join the Reds pitching staff by the end of the month. However, that is only going to happen if everything goes as […]

Adrian Beltre Took Batting Practice on Wednesday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) took batting practice before Wednesday's game with the Yankees. He was able to field grounders on Tuesday, and now is feeling well enough to take batting practice. GM Jon Daniels said Beltre was a "few weeks" away, but there is a chance Beltre returns before the end of […]

Nathan Eovaldi Transferred to 60-Day DL

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) has been transferred to the 60-day disabled list. He was on the 10-day DL, but the Rays moved him so Vidal Nuno could join the team's 40-man roster. This does not mean much for Eovaldi's timetable. He's now not eligible to come off the disabled list until […]