Tommy Pham Will Start on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. He missed two games earlier in the week due to a groin issue. He will draw the start in center field and be in his normal leadoff spot in the lineup. He should be […]

Anibal Sanchez Scheduled to Throw on Friday

Atlanta Braves pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) is scheduled to pitch a simulated game on Friday. The Braves are concerned that Sanchez could re-aggravate his hamstring covering first base, but will test it out on Friday. Sanchez is prepping to rejoin the starting rotation, but will pitch out of the bullpen if he's asked to do […]

Dee Gordon Will Sit on Thursday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon (toe) will not play against the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. He is sitting out due to a bruised right toe. He suffered the injury when he fouled a ball off his toe. The Mariners do not expect Gordon to miss more than one game. Gordon should be back […]

Rougned Odor Expected to Be Activated on Friday

Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the disabled list on Friday. He will play again for Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday. He has been on the disabled list since April 9 due to a left hamstring strain. There is a good chance that he is in the Rangers […]

Pat Neshek Hopes to Return in June

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek (shoulder) is hopeful to be able to return to the Phillies bullpen by June. He was shut down from throwing after being diagnosed with a right forearm strain. He has not pitched this season, but has been a reliable reliever when healthy. Fantasy owners should not bother hanging onto […]

Adam Wainwright Throws Bullpen Session on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday. Wainwright could be cleared to return for the Cardinals road trip this weekend, but nothing is official yet. The veteran righty threw five scoreless innings during a rehab start on Monday. Deeper league owners should consider picking up […]

Thabo Sefolosha Beginning Basketball Activites

Utah Jazz guard/forward Thabo Sefolosha (knee) said he's done some jogging and shooting, but is likely a month away from returning to normal basketball activities. He had knee surgery and is expected to spend most of his time in Switzerland. Sefolosha should be ready to play by the start of next season. However, he will […]

Rajon Rondo May Test Free Agency

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Rajon Rondo did not commit to returning with the Pelicans next season. "We'll see how it goes," Rondo said about his upcoming free agency this summer. There won't be too many teams needing a point guard, so Rondo may end up back in New Orleans. DeMarcus Cousins (Achilles) is the […]

Jaylen Brown Will Have Minutes Limit for Game 5

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hamstring) will have a minutes limit for Game 5 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He was expected to come off the bench, but reportedly is in the starting lineup. Regardless, Brown is expected to see minutes in the mid-20s on Wednesday. He may draw the start over Marcus Smart, […]

Shane Larkin Ruled Out for Game 5

Boston Celtics guard Shane Larkin (shoulder) has been ruled out for Game 5 versus the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. Head coach Brad Stevens said Larkin will be out on Wednesday and out for the "foreseeable future." They do not plan to have surgery at the moment, but that option has not been ruled out yet. […]

Bryce Harper is Not Starting on Wednesday

Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper (rest) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. This will be his first day off this season, but don't expect him to see many of those. He's currently battling an 0 for 19 slump, so hopefully a night off will help him get his groove back. Moises Sierra will […]

Darren O'Day Placed on Disabled List

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He has not pitched for the Orioles since May 4, and now it's obvious why not. The Orioles recalled Tanner Scott to take O'Day's spot on the 25-man roster. Most fantasy owners should not hang onto O'Day unless you have […]

Nate Karns Has Been Shut Down From Throwing

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Nate Karns (elbow) has been shut down from throwing and won't be traveling with the Royals on their road trip. It appears that Karns has suffered a setback while recovering from elbow inflammation. Karns was expected to return in April, but might not be back until possibly June. He belongs […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Won't Play on Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. is reportedly out of the lineup on Wednesday against the New York Yankees. Mookie Betts will play center field with J.D. Martinez in right. Bradley has struggled in his career against Masahiro Tanaka. Bradley is not worth owning in standard leagues. He's possibly an option in deeper leagues, […]

Tommy Kahnle Throws Bullpen Session on Wednesday

New York Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle (shoulder) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday. He used all his pitches and reportedly felt "great" after throwing the session. Kahnle is expected to return to the Yankees bullpen by the end of May. He is only worth owning in leagues that count holds.

Pat Neshek Suffers Forearm Strain

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek (forearm) has been shut down from throwing after being diagnosed with a right forearm strain. Neshek has missed all of the 2018 season thus far due to a shoulder injury. He will now be shut down for at least a week after suffering this strain. Neshek has not been […]

Brandon Drury Will Stay in Minors

New York Yankees infielder Brandon Drury (migraines) will stay in the minors, according to manager Aaron Boone. General manager Brian Cashman said two days ago that Drury would be activated sooner rather than later. There is a chance that Drury suffered a setback or possibly the Yankees are just being cautious. Regardless, Drury is not […]

Wade Miley Expected to Miss 4-6 Weeks

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Wade Miley (obilque) is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks due to a right oblique strain. That means Miley will likely rejoin the Brewers in June or early July. The veteran lefty was posting a 1.42 ERA before he went down due to injury. However, Miley is not a strong […]

Greg Bird Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Greg Bird (ankle) will begin his rehab assignment with High-A Tampa on Thursday. Bird is expected to spend 10-20 days on a rehab assignment, according to manager Aaron Boone. There is a chance that Bird rejoins the Yankees roster by the end of May. Fantasy owners with a DL slot […]

Justin Grimm Nearing Rehab Assignment

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Justin Grimm (back) is close to going out for a rehab assignment, according to manager Ned Yost. Grimm threw a bullpen session on Tuesday, and Yost told reporters that the session went "great." Grimm has given up 17 runs in seven innings this season. He should be back in the […]

Shane Larkin is Questionable for Game 5

Boston Celtics guard Shane Larkin (shoulder) is questionable for Game 5 versus the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He suffered a shoulder injury during the first half of Monday's loss. He did not return to Game 4, but there is a chance that he's back on the court for Wednesday's contest. Head coach Brad Stevens said […]

Joakim Noah Could Return to Knicks Next Season

New York Knicks forward/center Joakim Noah reached out to new Knicks head coach David Fizdale after he was hired. Fizdale is open to the possibility of Noah returning to the Knicks next season. Noah got into an argument with former head coach Jeff Hornacek in February and never rejoined the team. This increases the chances […]

Dante Exum is Out for Game 5

Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum (hamstring) has been ruled out for Game 5 versus the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. He will join his teammate Ricky Rubio (hamstring) on the sidelines with their season on the line. Exum was only playing minutes in the teens, but had some solid defensive plays in this series. Raul Neto, […]

Fred VanVleet Will See Specialist for His Shoulder

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (shoulder) will travel to New York to see a specialist about his shoulder injury. "I wish I would've been at full strength for this team but those were the cards I was dealt," said VanVleet. He admits that he was not at full health for this postseason, but he […]

Braden Shipley Lands on Disabled List

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Braden Shipley (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He was recalled on Saturday to replace Kris Medlen, who gave up seven runs during his start on Friday. Silvino Bracho will take the place of Shipley on the active roster. Bracho has pitched well for the Diamondbacks this season […]

Rob Zastryzny Recalled on Tuesday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Rob Zastryzny has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. The Cubs optioned righty Cory Mazzoni to Triple-A to make room for Zastryzny on the active roster. Zastryzny is available out of the bullpen against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday. He has a 2.35 ERA in 15 1/3 innings at Triple-A […]

Derek Law Recalled From Triple-A

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Derek Law has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. He will be available out of the bullpen against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Law has allowed nine earned runs in 6 1/3 innings this season. He's not worth adding in any leagues right now, but has the potential to […]

Matt Belisle Elects Free Agency

Former Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Matt Belisle has elected free agency over a minor league assignment. The veteran righty has a 5.06 ERA in 10 2/3 innings with the Indians this season. He was designated for assignment last week and is now a free agent. He should be left on the waiver wire until he […]

Curtis Granderson is Available on Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Curtis Granderson (hamstring) is available off the bench on Tuesday, according to manager John Gibbons. Granderson suffered a mild hamstring strain over the weekend, but it appears that he has recovered nicely. Anthony Alford is starting in left field on Tuesday against Mariners lefty James Paxton. Granderson should be left on […]

Dan Altavilla to Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Dan Altavilla (shoulder) is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment at Double-A Arkansas on Thursday. He was placed on the disabled list in the beginning of May due to inflammation in the AC joint of his right shoulder. Altavilla could return to the Mariners bullpen early next week. He's only worth […]