Blake Swihart Moved Up in The Batting Order

Boston Red Sox catcher Blake Swihart will be behind the plate and batting second against righty Jake Arrieta on Tuesday. Swihart normally bats in the seventh spot or lower in the batting order, but will jump up to second for Tuesday's contest. Swihart is only worth a look in AL-only leagues, but could be a […]

Lourdes Gurriel Will Be Out Weeks

Toronto Blue Jays infielder/outfielder Lourdes Gurriel (knee, ankle) is expected to miss multiple weeks, according to Shi Davidi. X-rays were taken and Gurriel does not have any fractures, but does have a bruised left knee and a sprained left ankle. The team has not officially put Gurriel on the disabled list, but it is expected […]

Odubel Herrera Sitting Out on Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. It's unclear why Herrera is not in the lineup, but it is most likely just a rest day for him. Roman Quinn will draw the start in center field and bat seventh against lefty Drew […]

Trevor May Recalled on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Trevor May has been recalled from Triple A on Tuesday. The Twins needed to fill a roster spot after trading Lance Lynn on Monday. May has not pitched in the big leagues this season. May has a 3.60 ERA over 14 appearances (five starts) in the minors this season. It's unclear […]

Luke Gregerson Likely Done for The Season

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (shoulder) was placed on the disabled list earlier this week with a right shoulder impingement. It's the same issue that forced him to the DL earlier in the season. He also missed time with a strained hamstring and knee surgery. Gregerson holds a 7.11 ERA over 17 appearances […]

Tyler O'Neill Called Up on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill has been called up to take Tommy Pham's spot on the active roster. Pham was traded earlier on Tuesday, but luckily the Cardinals have plenty of outfield depth. O'Neill is hitting .227/.255/.455 with three home runs and seven knocked in through 19 games with the Cards this season. O'Neill […]

Jose Martinez Should Be Fine to Play on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman/outfielder Jose Martinez was scratched from the starting lineup on Sunday. Martinez hit into a fielder's choice during his pinch-hit appearance on Monday. It sounds like Martinez is battling a sore ankle, but he should be able to return very soon. However, Martinez has been mentioned as a trade candidate, so […]

Reds Uncertain to Find Trade Partner for Matt Harvey

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Matt Harvey has turned himself around somewhat since joining the Reds. Harvey has a 4.44 ERA and 56/17 K/BB ratio in 73 innings over 14 starts with Cincinnati. The Reds are "not getting much traction" on trading Harvey, according to Joel Sherman. There is likely a market for Harvey, but it […]

Rays Acquire Outfielder Tommy Pham

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder Tommy Pham from the St. Louis Cardinals. In exchange the Cardinals will receive left-handed pitcher Genesis Cabrera, outfielder Justin Williams and righty pitcher Roel Ramirez. Pham had a phenomenal 2017 campaign, but is hitting just .248/.331/.399 in 2018. The Cardinals have multiple outfielders that could make a case […]

Kolten Wong is Taking Batting Practice Monday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong (knee) is taking batting practice on Monday. Wong was placed on the disabled list last week due to left knee inflammation. It sounds like Wong is making progress, so there is a chance he's ready to return by the end of the week. Wong is only worth a […]

Frankie Montas Optioned, Ryan Dull Recalled

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas has been sent down to Triple-A Nashville on Monday. Montas has a 3.75 ERA in 10 starts for the A's this season. Although, Montas has struggled lately, but it would be surprising to see him stay down in Triple A for long. The A's may acquire rotation help which […]

Justin Turner Fielding Grounders on Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) is reportedly fielding grounders on Monday. Turner was placed on the disabled list a week ago due to a right groin strain. However, Turner apparently has resumed doing baseball activities which is a good sign in his recovery process. Unfortunately, it's unclear when Turner is going to […]

Marco Estrada Activated Off DL, Starting Monday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marco Estrada (glute) has been activated off the 10-day disabled list on Monday. Estrada was forced to leave his rehab start on July 24 due to a blister on his right middle finger. Originally, Estrada was supposed to return a few days ago, but will start against Oakland on Monday. […]

Ronald Guzman, Willie Calhoun Sitting on Monday

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman and outfielder Willie Calhoun are not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Rangers are without a DH in Arizona, while facing lefty Robbie Ray. Jurickson Profar will bat fifth and play first base, while Joey Gallo starts in left field. Gallo should not […]

Trevor Story Sitting Out on Monday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It appears to just be a routine day off for Story, so fantasy owners don't need to worry. Garrett Hampson will start at shortstop and Ryan McMahon covers second base against righty Carlos Martinez. Both […]

Adam Warren Traded to Mariners

New York Yankees relief pitcher Adam Warren has been traded to the Seattle Mariners. It's unclear at the moment what the Yankees are getting back in return for Warren. This season Warren has a 2.70 ERA with 37 strikeouts through 24 appearances in New York. Warren was once a starting pitcher in the Yankees organization, […]

Kyle Seager Put on Paternity List

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (personal) will not be in the starting lineup for Monday's game. He has been placed on the paternity leave list, but should return in a few days. The Mariners have recalled infielder Zach Vincej to take Seager's spot on the roster. Seattle has also optioned first baseman Daniel Vogelbach […]

Mariners Acquire Reliever Zach Duke

The Seattle Mariners have acquired veteran relief pitcher Zach Duke from the Minnesota Twins. Multiple reports have pitcher Chase DeJong and infielder Ryan Costello headed back in exchange for Duke. This season Duke has a 3.62 ERA and 39/15 K/BB ratio over 37 1/3 innings with Minnesota. However, Seattle has plenty of late inning options, […]

Roberto Osuna Acquired by Astros

The Houston Astros have acquired relief pitcher Roberto Osuna from the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. In exchange for Osuna the Jays are receiving pitchers Ken Giles, David Paulino, and Hector Perez. Osuna isn't eligible to return from his 75-game suspension for domestic violence until August 5. Hector Rondon will continue to close for Houston […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Serving as DH, Roman Quinn Starting

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Asdrubal Cabrera will bat fifth and serve as the designated hitter against lefty David Price on Monday. Cabrera has started at second base and shortstop with Philly, but the Phillies get a designated hitter while playing in Boston. Scott Kingery will start at shortstop while Cesar Hernandez plays second. Nick Williams has […]

Ervin Santana Making Home Debut on Monday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana will make his 2018 home debut in Minnesota on Monday. Santana made his 2018 debut against the Blue Jays on Wednesday, but allowed three runs on seven hits in a no decision. It's impossible to judge a pitcher off one start, but Santana did look a little rusty against […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Increasing Baseball Activites

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ankle) has been cleared to increase baseball activities. However, Rodriguez has not been cleared to throw off a mound yet, but that could happen soon. It seems that Rodriguez is recovering quickly, but will likely be out until late August or early September.

Greg Allen Recalled, Adam Plutko Optioned to Triple-A

Cleveland Indians outfielder Greg Allen has been recalled from Triple-A on Monday. In a corresponding move the Indians have optioned pitcher Adam Plutko to Triple-A Columbus. Allen has not done much with the bat this season, but he gives the Indians depth in the outfield. Allen will start in the outfield and bat ninth against […]

Christian Arroyo Suffers Concussion

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Christian Arroyo (concussion) was hit in the head by a pitch on Sunday with Triple-A Durham and reportedly suffered a concussion. It's unclear how long Arroyo will be sidelined, but the Rays are going to be cautious with him. Arroyo was acquired from the Giants in the Evan Longoria trade. Arroyo […]

Johnny Cueto Likely Headed Back to DL

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) is likely headed back to the disabled list, according to the Giants general manager Bobby Evans. Cueto reportedly still felt pain in his elbow while throwing against the Braves on Saturday. Cueto was already forced to miss a couple of months due to a sprained right elbow. […]

Sam Freeman Lands on 10-Day DL

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Sam Freeman (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list as of Monday. The Braves decided to give Freeman some time to rest his shoulder. The newly-acquired Brad Brach will replace Freeman on the Braves active roster. Freeman should be left on the waiver wire, but Brach should immediately step […]

Carlos Martinez Activated, Luke Gregerson to DL

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (oblique) has rejoined the Cards rotation after missing nearly two weeks with a strained right oblique. Martinez will draw the start against the Rockies on Monday. Relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day DL. Lefty Chasen Shreve who was newly acquired by the Cardinals […]

Tyler Naquin Scratched, Rajai Davis Starting

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin (hip) has been scratched from the starting lineup on Friday. Rajai Davis will replace him in center field and face righty Mike Fiers. It's unclear how serious Naquin's hip issue is, but he could end up on the disabled list. Davis is not worth add in fantasy leagues or using […]

Zach Davies Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (shoulder) will make a rehab start at Class A on Friday. Davies was scheduled to make a rehab start on Thursday, but was scratched due to back tightness. He's been unable to pitch for the Brewers in almost two months, so Davies starting on Friday is a good sign. […]

Joakim Soria Activated, Jacob Barnes Optioned to Triple A

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Joakim Soria has been activated for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The newly-acquired righty will bring veteran experience to a fairly young Brewers bullpen. The acquisition of Soria also gives the Brewers another option in the ninth inning. Righty Jacob Barnes has been optioned to Triple A to make […]