Francisco Liriano Expected to Make Rehab Start

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Francisco Liriano (hamstring) is expected to make a rehab start before rejoining the Tigers starting rotation. "We’ve had conversations about sending him out for a rehab, maybe three or four innings, so he can move around and cover first and see some live action," manager Ron Gardenhire said. Liriano has been […]

Daniel Murphy Could Be Sidelined Longer Than Expected

Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy (knee) has started playing in rehab games but is not expected to rejoin the Nats anytime soon. Manager Dave Martinez said, "I think we’re still a ways" from Murphy being activated from the disabled list. There have been reports that Murphy does not look comfortable during his rehab assignment […]

Austin Meadows Not Starting on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Austin Meadows (rest) is not in Friday's starting lineup. Meadows has sat out two straight games as the Pirates try to balance their four starting outfielders. Corey Dickerson, Starling Marte and Gregory Polanco will cover the outfield for the Pirates on Friday. Meadows has been hitting well since being called up and […]

Dylan Cozens Making MLB Debut on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Dylan Cozens is making his MLB debut against the San Francisco Giants on Friday. He was batting .226/.325/.440 with 10 home runs at Triple-A Lehigh Valley this season. He is expected to receive some starts due to Rhys Hoskins (jaw) landing on the disabled list. Cozens won't likely hit for average, but […]

Josh Donaldson Headed to 10-Day DL

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He suffered a calf injury while running the bases during Monday's contest. He was not able to make enough progress over the last few days to avoid a disabled list stint. The team is calling the injury left calf […]

Dustin Pedroia is Out on Friday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) remains out of the starting lineup on Friday. This marks his third straight game that he's been sidelined while he's nursing some soreness in his knee. Brock Holt is in the starting lineup and playing second base on Friday. Deeper league owners should be the only people […]

Mookie Betts Not Expected to Land on DL

Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts (side) will remained sidelined for Friday's contest against the Houston Astros. Betts has not played since last Saturday due to a side injury that is believed to be minor. Manager Alex Cora said it is unlikely that Betts is going to need a trip to the disabled list. J.D. […]

Brian McCann Shut Down For A Few Days

Houston Astros catcher Brian McCann (knee) has been shut down after having a shot and getting his right knee drained. He is eligible to come off the disabled list June 8, but could be sidelined for longer than that. Max Stassi has been playing well as the Astros starting catcher. McCann is probably still worth […]

Josh Harrison is Out on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder/outfielder Josh Harrison (illness) has been scratched from Friday's starting lineup. It sounds like Harrison has some illness, so hopefully this is just a day-to-day type of issue. Adam Frazier will replace Harrison at second base and bat leadoff against the Cardinals.

David Dahl Placed on 10-Day DL

Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl (foot) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Friday. He suffered the injury on Monday but thought he was just battling a bruised shin. Further testing revealed the break, and Dahl will be sidelined the next six to eight weeks. He was really only an option in deeper […]

DJ LeMahieu Returns on Friday

Colorado Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu (thumb, wrist) has been activated off the 10-day disabled list. LeMahieu missed nearly three weeks due to a sprained left thumb and a small fracture in his left wrist. He was able to take batting practice all week without any issues. LeMahieu is back in the Rockies lineup on […]

Miguel Cabrera Will Play Friday

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list on Friday. He missed nearly a month of action due to a right hamstring strain. The veteran slugger has been out since May 4, but will bat third and play first base against the Blue Jays on Friday.

Noah Syndergaard Expects to Miss One or Two Starts

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (finger) says he expects to only miss one or two starts. Mets manager Mickey Callaway said he expects Syndergaard to miss 10 days, so that would put him at a mid-June return. Syndergaard landed on the disabled list Tuesday due to a strained ligament in his right index […]

Byron Buxton Has MRI on Thursday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday. He had an MRI and X-rays on Thursday, but those showed no change. It didn't get any better, but his injury did not get any worse. The Twins likely activated Buxton from the DL too early, but the young outfielder […]

Todd Frazier Begins Rehab Assignment Thursday

New York Mets third baseman Todd Frazier (hamstring) will begin his rehab assignment at Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday. Frazier should be back on the Mets active roster early next week if everything goes as planned. He's been on the disabled list since May 8 due to a hamstring strain. He's worth owning in deeper […]

Tom Koehler Throws Bullpen Session Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tom Koehler (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Thursday. He is currently working his way back from a right shoulder injury he suffered during spring training. It's unclear when Koehler plans to begin his rehab assignment, but he isn't expected back until at least mid-June. He'll likely fill a long-relief spot […]

Chris Taylor is Out on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (rest) is not in Thursday's starting lineup against the Phillies. Taylor has been struggling lately, so he could definitely use a night off. He's struck out nine of his last 13 at-bats, but is still hitting fairly decent over the last two weeks. Enrique Hernandez will draw the start […]

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, […]