Ervin Santana Set to Return Wednesday

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) is set to make his season debut against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. Santana had surgery on his right middle finger in February. He has not pitched in an MLB game this season, so Wednesday will be a big day for him. Santana is worth adding in […]

Ryan Braun Not in the Lineup Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Washington Nationals. Eric Thames will bat first and play right field, while Jesus Aguilar bats cleanup and plays first base against righty Jeremy Hellickson. Braun has struggled this season, but part of it has been his inability […]

John Hicks Sits Again on Tuesday

Detroit Tigers first baseman/catcher John Hicks (rest) is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game on Tuesday. Jim Adduci will bat sixth and play first base against righty Burch Smith. Hicks is hitting .179/.258/.286 over the last two weeks, but is still someone worth owing in many fantasy leagues. He's in a […]

Carlos Gomez Out Again on Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for the second straight game on Tuesday. Jake Bauers, Kevin Kiermaier, and Mallex Smith will cover the outfield for the Rays on Tuesday. Gomez is hitting .423/.559/.692 over the last two weeks, but does not see regular playing time anymore. A trade […]

Matt Kemp Sitting on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Alex Verdugo is playing right field and batting eighth, while Joc Pederson plays left and bats first against righty Aaron Nola. It looks like a routine day off for Kemp, so he should be back […]

Tucker Barnhart Resting Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Curt Casali will bat seventh and draw the start behind the plate against lefty Austin Gomber. Barnhart usually crushes left-handed pitching, but the Reds wanted to give him a day off. Casali is not worth […]

Jedd Gyorko Out Again on Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Jedd Gyorko (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Gyorko has only batted twice in the last three games because he's been battling an illness. Matt Carpenter will bat first and play third base, while Jose Martinez bats fifth and plays first against righty […]

Pedro Baez Will Rejoin Dodgers on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Pedro Baez (biceps) is scheduled to rejoin the Dodgers on Thursday in Atlanta. Baez has pitched well during his three rehab appearances in Triple-A Oklahoma City. He has not pitched since June 12 due to tendinitis in his right biceps. He's worth adding in leagues that value holds, otherwise he […]

James Paxton Scratched on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (back) has been scratched from Tuesday's start against the San Francisco Giants. He was expected to come off the 10-day DL, but the team has decided to not bring him back yet. Roenis Elias will draw the start against the Giants on Tuesday. He's a risky DFS option in […]

Orioles May Trade Jonathan Schoop

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop might be on the move after the Orioles find a trade partner for reliever Zach Britton. Schoop is hitting .360/.355/.653 in July and is a free agent after the 2019 season. The Orioles likely plan to move him if they cannot reach an extension with him. There is nothing […]

Yoenis Cespedes Likely Headed to DL

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heels) met with a foot specialist and had an MRI on Monday. The Mets are waiting for a second opinion, but the expectation is that Cespedes will head back to the disabled list. Nothing is official, but it does not seem like Cespedes plans to play through the injury. […]

Gary Sanchez May Have Aggravated Groin on Monday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (groin) was criticized for his lazy plays during Monday's loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. There is word that Sanchez may have re-aggravated his groin issue, which is why he was not 100 percent during Monday's contest. The Yankees will treat Sanchez and hopefully he.'s able to avoid a […]

Ozzie Albies Remains Out of The Lineup Tuesday

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. Albies has now missed three straight games with right hamstring tightness. The Braves have an off day on Wednesday, so hopefully Albies is able to return on Thursday. Charlie Culberson will play second base and […]

Cameron Maybin Not in The Lineup Tuesday

Miami Marlins outfielder Cameron Maybin (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. He is normally a starting outfielder in Miami, but will receive a rest day on Tuesday. Magneuris Sierra will draw the start in center field and bat eighth against righty Julio Teheran. Sierra could be an […]

Miguel Rojas Sitting Out on Tuesday

Miami Marlins infielder Miguel Rojas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Atlanta Braves. J.T. Riddle will draw the start at shortstop and bat seventh against righty Julio Teheran. Riddle and Rojas continue to battle for playing time, which hurts both their fantasy values. However, Rojas is worth an add […]

Jeff McNeil Recalled From Minors

New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil has been recalled to play some third base for the Mets. According to Joel Sherman, this move was not made because Asdrubal Cabrera has been traded. The Mets are just looking to add some depth in the infield. McNeil was slashing .342/.411/.617 with 19 home runs and 71 RBI […]

Magneuris Sierra Recalled, Starting on Tuesday

Miami Marlins outfielder Magneuris Sierra has been recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Tuesday. He is taking the place of Garrett Cooper (wrist) on the Marlins active roster. Sierra was acquired by the Marlins during the Marcell Ozuna. He was hitting .260/.287/.341 with two homers and 14 steals during 86 games in Triple A this […]

Orioles Discussed Yasiel Puig for Zach Britton

The Baltimore Orioles continue to search for a new home for relief pitcher Zach Britton as the trade deadline approaches. The Los Angeles Dodgers have discussed a trade in which Yasiel Puig would head to Baltimore in exchange for Britton. The Dodgers want to stay under luxury-tax threshold, so moving Puig's salary in exchange for […]

Jason Heyward is Not Starting Monday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Heyward will get the night off, while Ian Happ, Albert Almora, and Ben Zobrist cover the outfield for the Cubs on Monday. It's not surprising to see Heyward get the night off against lefty Patrick Corbin. […]

Mike Moustakas is Out of the Lineup Monday

Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Moose is hitting .158/.200/.211 off Monday's starter Francisco Liriano in his career. Hunter Dozier will bat fifth and cover third base against the veteran lefty. Dozier is not worth using in DFS contests Monday.

John Hicks is Sitting Out Monday

Detroit Tigers first baseman/catcher John Hicks (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Hicks is 0-for-9 during his last three games, so he'll get a night off to rest on Monday. Jim Adduci will bat sixth and play first base against righty Heath Fillmyer. Hicks is worth […]

Mark Canha Back in the Lineup on Monday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup on Monday after sitting out on Sunday due to hamstring cramps. Canha was reportedly available off the bench on Sunday, but didn't play. He's been seeing regular playing time lately, so he could be an interesting option in AL-only and deep leagues. Canha […]

C.J. Cron Not in the Lineup Monday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the New York Yankees. Cron is hitting .351/.390/.703 with three home runs and 11 RBI over the last two weeks. Jake Bauers is batting third and starting at first base while Ji-Man Choi bats cleanup and serves […]

Eric Thames Expected to Come Off DL Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Eric Thames (hamstring) said he's ready to come off the disabled list when his 10-day stint expires on Tuesday. Thames has missed six straight games, but could be back in the lineup for their next game. That would be a huge addition with Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) sitting out right now. Fantasy […]

Russell Martin is Out on Monday

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Monday will be Martin's second game off in the last three contests. Martin is having a horrible season with the bat, but backup Luke Maile is not hitting much better right now. Maile will draw […]

Keon Broxton Will Lead Off Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton will bat first and play right field against Nationals' lefty Gio Gonzalez on Monday. Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) is sitting out, so Ryan Braun will move from the outfield to first base for this contest. Broxton is hitting .100/.308/.250 at home this season. He's in a favorable part of the batting […]

Jesus Aguilar Out Again on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar (hamstring) will sit out his second straight game on Monday. Aguilar was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to cramping in both his hamstrings. It does not sounds too serious, but the Brewers want to be cautious with Aguilar. Ryan Braun will bat cleanup and play first base against lefty […]

Scooter Gennett is Sitting Out Monday

Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Scooter Gennett (illness) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Gennett is reportedly under the weather, so he'll get the night off on Monday. Brandon Dixon will fill in at second base and bat second against righty Daniel Poncedeleon. Dixon is not worth adding in […]

Manuel Margot Returning on Monday

San Diego Padres outfielder Manuel Margot (wrist) is returning to the starting lineup for Monday's game against the New York Mets. It will be Margot's first start since he suffered a left wrist injury on Friday. He'll be in center field and batting seventh against Jacob deGrom on Monday. Margot has been hot lately and […]

Brent Suter Likely Undergoing Tommy John Surgery

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brent Suter (arm) has a torn ulnar collateral ligament and is likely headed towards Tommy John surgery. Suter landed on the disabled list earlier this month due to forearm tightness. Assuming Suter does undergo surgery, then he likely won't be back until 2020. It sounds like it is safe to go […]