Matt Kemp is Resting Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies. It's just a routine day off for Kemp, so fantasy owners don't need to worry about an injury. Joc Pederson will start in left field for Kemp against right-hander Aaron Nola. Kemp has been on fire […]

Clayton Kershaw Activated From DL and Starting Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (biceps) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Thursday. He missed almost all of May due to biceps tendinitis but will make the start against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. The Dodgers optioned switch-pitcher Pat Venditte to Triple-A Oklahoma City to make room for Kershaw on […]

Adrian Beltre Activated From DL Thursday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) has been activated from the disabled list and is in the starting lineup on Thursday. Beltre will serve as the designated hitter for Thursday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Ryan Rua has been optioned to Triple-A Round Rock to make room for Beltre on the active roster. Beltre […]

Matt Moore Activated From DL on Wednesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Moore (knee) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday. He will draw the start against the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. The team has optioned righty Austin Bibens-Dirkx to Triple-A Round Rock to make room for Moore on the active roster. Moore is 1-5 with a 7.99 ERA […]

Mike Montgomery Will Start on Saturday

Chicago Cubs pitcher Mike Montgomery will draw the start against the New York Mets on Saturday. He threw 5 2/3 scoreless innings against the Pirates in Monday's 7-0 victory over Pittsburgh. Yu Darvish (triceps) is still out, but the injury is still believed to be minor. Montgomery will get at least one more start in […]

Joe Mauer Could Return This Weekend

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) could return to the Twins lineup this weekend, according to manager Paul Molitor. Mauer has not experienced any concussion symptoms in the last week. There were rumors of him being activated on Thursday, but the Twins want to remain cautious. Mauer is hitting fairly decent this season but […]

DJ LeMahieu is On Track to Return Friday

Colorado Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu (thumb, wrist) is currently on track to return from the disabled list on Friday. He was placed on the disabled list May 14 with a sprained left thumb and a small fracture in his left wrist. LeMahieu has been taking batting practice all week without any issues. He should […]

Ervin Santana Pulled From Rehab Assignment

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) was pulled off his minor league rehab assignment due to discomfort in his surgically-repaired right middle finger. Santana allowed three runs through 5 1/3 innings in two starts and he struggled heavily with his command. He has been out all season and the Twins do not have a […]

Joe Mauer Has Gone 4-5 Days Without Concussion Symptoms

Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) says he has not had any concussion symptoms in the last four to five days. There is a chance that Mauer comes off the disabled list on Thursday. It depends on how he is feeling the rest of the week, but this is a good sign moving forward. […]

Jean Segura is Back in The Lineup on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners shortstop Jean Segura (head) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest with the Texas Rangers. He missed two straight games after being kicked in the head during a play at second base on Saturday. Guillermo Heredia (rest) is not in Tuesday's lineup, so Segura is officially back and ready to go.

Ryan Madson Will Be Activated on Thursday

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Ryan Madson (pectoral) will be activated off the disabled list on Thursday, according to manager Dave Martinez. Madson needs to make it through one more bullpen session before he can be cleared to return. The veteran relief pitcher has been sidelined since May 20 due to a right pectoral strain. He […]

Niko Goodrum is Out of Tuesday's Starting Lineup

Detroit Tigers infielder/outfielder Niko Goodrum (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. He left Monday's game due to dehydration, but it's unclear whether or not his absence from this game is related to Monday. JaCoby Jones will start in left field while Pete Kozma draws a start […]

Felipe Vazquez is Available on Tuesday

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez (forearm) will be available against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. He reported forearm discomfort after blowing his third save of the season on Sunday. He got the day off on Monday and said that he is available in the bullpen for Tuesday's contest. Fantasy owners do not need to worry, […]

Jay Bruce Out of Tuesday's Lineup

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce (rest) is not in the starting lineup against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday. Jose Bautista will start in left field, Brandon Nimmo will start in right and Michael Conforto is in center field. Bruce is hitting .228/.298/.351 with three home runs and 15 RBI this season. He's probably […]

Chris Tillman Throws Bullpen Session on Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman (back) threw a 35-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. It was his first time throwing off a mound since he landed on the disabled list May 11 due to a lower back strain. Tillman has a 10.46 ERA and 2.21 WHIP through seven starts this season. He's expected to make multiple […]

Darren O'Day Could Throw on Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (elbow) could be cleared to begin throwing on Wednesday. He was given a cortisone injection last Friday for his right elbow issue. He has been sidelined since May 9 and is at least a couple of weeks away from returning to action. Closer Zach Britton (Achilles) has a solid […]

Mike Soroka Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka (shoulder) is scheduled to make a rehab start with Low-A Rome on Friday. There is a chance that Soroka will need more than one rehab start. However, the Braves have not announced their timetable for Soroka yet. He landed on the disabled list on May 17 due to a […]

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.