Andrew McCutchen Has Pinch-Hit Appearance

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen (ankle) has been out of the lineup for each of the last three games. The veteran outfielder is dealing with a sprained left ankle, but the team considers it a day-to-day issue. McCutchen wasn't in the starting lineup on Sunday, but came in to pinch-hit during Sunday's loss to the […]

Hunter Harvey Records First Save

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Hunter Harvey was called upon to protect a one-run lead against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. The Nats grabbed the lead after Joey Meneses smashed a three-run homer in the top of the ninth inning. After that, Harvey came on and threw a scoreless frame to record his first career save. […]

Leody Taveras Records Four-Hit Game

Texas Rangers outfielder Leody Taveras put together one of his strongest performances of his career during Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. The 24-year-old recorded a career-high four hits while batting in four runs during the 16-8 blowout victory over the Angels. The former top prospect has emerged as a viable everyday option for […]

Bryce Miller Continues Having Success

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryce Miller put together a fantastic MLB debut earlier this week versus the Oakland Athletics. The rookie right-hander followed that up with another strong performance on Sunday. He fired six scoreless innings and only allowed two hits against the tough Houston Astros lineup. Miller has allowed just one run with a […]

Justin Topa Records First Career Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Justin Topa was called up to hold a two-run lead against the Houston Astros on Sunday. Normally, Paul Sewald is tasked with closing down games, but he was unavailable for this game. That being said, Topa was given a chance to shut the door. He allowed a leadoff single to Yordan […]

Bam Adebayo Notches Double-Double

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo stepped up and delivered in Game 3 against the New York Knicks. The big man blamed himself for the Game 2 loss, but put together a much better performance on Saturday. Adebayo finished with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and one block in 36 minutes of action. It's his first double-double […]

Max Strus Remains Hot On Saturday

Miami Heat guard Max Strus was asked to take on a bigger role in Game 2 with Jimmy Butler (ankle) sidelined. The expectation was that his usage would decrease with Butler returning for Game 3 on Saturday. However, Strus remained aggressive on offense and it paid off for Miami. He finished with 19 points, three […]

Jimmy Butler Returns With Strong Outing

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) was uncertain for this contest until roughly an hour before tip-off. He missed Game 2 due to a sprained right ankle, but was feeling good enough to play on Saturday. Butler got off to a good start and made frequent trips to the foul line during this game. He […]

Blake Griffin Uncertain For Game 4

Boston Celtics forward Blake Griffin (back) is listed as questionable for Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers. He sat out of Friday's Game 3 victory due to lower back pain. Although, his absence isn't going to make a huge impact in the rotation. Both Al Horford and Robert Williams III are off the injury report […]

Andre Iguodala Ramping Up Activities

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (wrist) has been cleared to ramp up his activities. He underwent left wrist surgery in late March and hasn't played since then. The good news is, Iguodala is increasing activities and should be cleared for practice soon. It's uncertain if Iguodala is going to be back in time to […]

Michael Harris II Returning On Saturday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. He's returning after suffering a right knee injury during Wednesday's contest. The 22-year-old has been banged up early in the season, but hopefully he'll be healthy going forward. Harris is batting eighth and covering center […]

Bobby Witt Jr. To Return On Saturday

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (rest) is back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Oakland Athletics. The 22-year-old is back after getting a routine rest day on Friday. He'll bat leadoff and play shortstop versus lefty Ken Waldichuk on Saturday. Witt is slashing .237.281/.435 with five home runs, 13 RBI, […]

Masataka Yoshida Resting On Saturday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The red-hot lefty slugger will get a routine rest day here against left-hander Bailey Falter. Yoshida is hitting .451 with five home runs and 15 RBI over the last two weeks. The expectation is that […]

Alex Verdugo Returning On Saturday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (illness) is back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. He has missed each of the last two games due to a non-COVID related illness. However, he's back playing right field and batting second versus lefty Bailey Falter on Saturday. Fantasy managers should adjust their […]

Wil Myers Activated, Playing On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Wil Myers (illness) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday. The 32-year-old will be back in action after missing a week of action due to COVID-19. He'll slide right back into things, batting seventh and playing right field versus right-hander Mike Clevinger on Saturday. In a corresponding move, Matt […]

Corbin Carroll Absent On Saturday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. He returned on Friday after missing each of the last three games due to a right knee contusion. It appears the D-Backs are giving Carroll a rest day here against left-hander MacKenzie Gore. The expectation is […]

J.P. France Starting On Saturday

Houston Astros starting pitcher J.P. France has been recalled to make the start against the Seattle Mariners on Friday. The 28-year-old was called up to help fill the void with Luis Garcia (elbow) and Jose Urquidy (shoulder) both sidelined. France has been off to a solid start in the minors this season. He holds a […]

Ji Hwan Bae Available Off The Bench

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Ji Hwan Bae (ankle) is available off the bench for Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Bae suffered a minor ankle injury during Friday's contest. The Pirates will give him an additional day off on Saturday to recover. However, Bae could come off the bench to bat or pinch-run if needed. […]

Nick Foles Released By Colts

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Nick Foles has been released by the organization on Friday. The veteran didn't have much a role on the team last season. He finished with 224 yards, no touchdowns, and four interceptions in two games with the Colts this past season. The former Super Bowl MVP hasn't done much since winning it […]

Brock Purdy On Track With Rehab

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (elbow) is doing well rehabbing from his torn UCL that he suffered during the NFC Championship Game. Niners general manager John Lynch mentioned that Purdy will begin throwing in a few weeks. He's currently on track with his timetable, but this is a long recovery process. Purdy is expected […]

Luke Musgrave Could Be Day 1 Starter

Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave has a chance to be an immediate impact player for this roster. The Athletic's Matt Schneidman believes Musgrave should get a chance to be the No. 1 tight end right away. The Packers selected Musgrave in the second round with the No. 42 overall pick. Musgrove hauled in […]

Chase Roullier Released By Commanders

Washington Commanders center Chase Roullier has been released by the organization on Friday. There were rumors that Roullier would become a cap causality and that became true. The Commanders will save $8.3 million by cutting Roullier with a post-June 1 designation. Roullier became expandable after the Commanders drafted Ricky Stromberg out of Arkansas in the […]

Corey Davis Will Be Involved Next Season

New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis is going to be part of the team heading into next season, according to head coach Robert Saleh. The 28-year-old didn't have much success as the No. 2 wideout last season. He finished with 32 receptions, 536 yards, and two touchdowns for the struggling Jets offense. At first […]

Alex Verdugo Remains Out On Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (illness) is absent from the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The left-handed slugger missed Thursday's game as well due to a non-COVID related illness. This sounds like a day-to-day issue, so Verdugo should avoid a trip to the injured list. Raimel Tapia will leadoff and […]

Liam Hendriks To Begin Rehab Assignment On Friday

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Liam Hendriks has been cleared for a minor league rehab assignment on Friday. This is great news, Hendriks has been sidelined all season due to him battling non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Hendriks is now cancer-free and ready to get back on the mound. The expectation is that he's going to need 4-5 […]

Yoan Moncada Cleared For Rehab Assignment

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (back) has been cleared for a minor league rehab assignment. The switch-hitter has been sidelined a few weeks due to a lower back injury. However, it appears he's ready to join Triple-A Charlotte and get back into action. The expectation is that he'll play a few games in […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Absent On Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. It appears this is a routine rest day for Hayes who has struggled at the plate recently. He has only two hits over his last 16 at-bats, so he'll get a chance to rest and […]

Vince Velasquez Placed On 15-Day Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Vince Velasquez (elbow) has been placed on the 15-day injured list on Friday. The right-hander was forced to exit early during his start on Thursday due to right elbow discomfort. He downplayed the issue, but clearly it's a little more serious than a day-to-day injury. That being said, the Pirates plan […]

Christopher Morel To Remain In Triple-A

Chicago Cubs infielder Christopher Morel is one of the hottest hitters in the minor leagues right now. That being said, there is talk that the Cubs should call up the 23-year-old to the big league roster. He's well deserving of the call up, but the team plans to keep Morel at Triple-A for the moment. […]

Anthony Davis Quiet In Game 2 Loss

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis has been on fire lately, but wasn't as productive during Thursday's Game 2 against the Golden State Warriors. Heading into the game, Davis had posted a double-double in 11 of his last 12 games. He finished with 30 points and 23 rebounds in Game 1 of the series. However, […]