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Mitch Moreland Likely Out Longer Than Expected
Oakland Athletics first baseman Mitch Moreland (rib) is not expected to come off the injured list when first eligible. He has resumed baseball activities and is doing well, but isn't quite ready yet. The veteran left-handed bat is working his way back from an inflamed costochondral junction of his left rib. He was not exactly […]
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Tyler O'Neill Should Return This Week
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (finger) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list at some point this week. The young outfielder took some swings on Monday and also was able to play catch. It sounds like he could be back in time for the weekend series, but we'll have how he […]
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Cody Ponce Will Start Tuesday Versus Cubs
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Cody Ponce will draw the start against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. This will be his first appearance with the team this year after posting a 3.15 ERA in a few outings last season. Ponce missed some time early in the season due to a forearm issue. He has only thrown […]
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Alek Manoah Will Make MLB Debut Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah will be promoted and make his MLB debut against the New York Yankees on Wednesday. He was a first round pick by Toronto from the 2019 MLB Draft. Manoah hasn't pitched a full season in the minors yet, but the team feels confident in his abilities. He allowed […]
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Max Fried Looks Solid Versus Pirates
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried looked sharp against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. He gave up a run early in the first inning, but settled in after that. Fried pitched seven innings, allowing one run, four hits, three walks, and two strikeouts. The young lefty was efficient and only needed 87 pitches during his […]
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Austin Riley Launches Two Blasts In Victory
Atlanta Braves outfielder Austin Riley appears to be finally turning a corner over his last 150 plate appearances or so. On Sunday, Riley collected two hits, which were both home runs during the win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. It was a five RBI game for Riley as he continues to hit just about everything thrown […]
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Mike Foltynewicz Tosses Seven Scoreless Innings
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz looked sharp against the Houston Astros on Sunday. He pitched seven scoreless innings with three hits allowed, two walks, and two strikeouts. It wasn't the most flashy outing, but he was able to pitch well enough to help get his team the win. The Astros lineup is no joke, […]
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Ryan Yarbrough Will Start On Monday
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Ryan Yarbrough will make the start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, according to manager Kevin Cash. The veteran lefty is scheduled to make two starts this week, which could make him an intriguing fantasy pickup. Sadly, Yarbrough has been fairly disappointing on the mound through his first 46 […]
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Tanner Houck Resumes Throwing Program
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tanner Houck (elbow) has resumed his throwing program, according to Red Sox pitching coach Dave Bush. It sounds like it won't be long before he's back in the Triple-A starting rotation. Although, the team is going to ease him back to full speed out of caution. It's worth noting that […]
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Ty France Could Be Activated Monday
Seattle Mariners second baseman Ty France (wrist) could be activated on Monday, according to manager Scott Servais. The organization is hopeful that France will be able to play at some point during the upcoming series against the Oakland Athletics. Prior to landing on the injured list, France was hitting .229/.333/.366 with three homers and 14 […]
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Michael Pineda Should Return Wednesday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (thigh) is expected to return from the injured list on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander was placed on the injured list last week due to a thigh issue. It appears he'll miss the minimum amount of time here and make the start against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Pineda has […]
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Victor Reyes Likely To Be Recalled Before Monday's Game
Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes is expected to be recalled from Triple-A prior to Monday's game against the Cleveland Indians. It sounds like Reyes will return to the big leagues following the demotion of outfielder JaCoby Jones. Reyes was struggling at the plate in early May before being sent to the minors. Since then, he […]
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Goran Dragic Shoots Extremely Well Saturday
Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic was seemingly knocking down everything during Saturday's Game 1 versus the Milwaukee Bucks. He connected on 10-of-17 field goal attempts, while scoring 25 points with two rebounds and one assist. Both Dragic and Duncan Robinson were the two bright spots for this team during Saturday's loss. Sadly, they weren't able […]
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Duncan Robinson Knocks Down Seven Threes
Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson was one of the few bright spots for this team during Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Robinson finished with 24 points, two rebounds, two assists and seven 3-pointers. Both Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo were horrendous from the floor, so they needed someone to step up. Robinson […]
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Jimmy Butler Has Brutal Game 1 Outing
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler was horrendous from the floor throughout Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He made 4-of-22 field goal attempts, which is not a joke. Butler could not buy a bucket in this game, but did make the layup that pushed this game into overtime. Butler scored 17 points, 10 […]
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Khris Middleton Hits Big Shot In Game 1
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton was not having a good night shooting the basketball. He finished 10-for-22 from the floor with 27 points, six rebounds, and six assists in Saturday's victory over the Miami Heat. Middleton also knocked down a shot with five-tenths of a second, which was the difference-maker in Game 1. The Bucks […]
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Jrue Holiday Records Double-Double In Playoff Victory
Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday was acquired in the hopes that he could take this team to the next level. He certainly looked like he could do that during Saturday's Game 1 against the Miami Heat. Holiday finished with 20 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and three steals in the victory over Miami. It's worth […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Struggles With His Shot In Game 1
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (elbow) did not look comfortable shooting the basketball during Saturday's Game 1 against the Miami Heat. He finished with 26 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, and three steals. However, Antetokounmpo also committed six turnovers and went 10-for-26 from the floor. He appeared to injure his elbow late in the game […]
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Scott Kazmir A Possible Option To Pitch Saturday
San Francisco Giants pitcher Scott Kazmir was scratched from his scheduled start in Triple-A on Friday. It appears the veteran lefty pitcher is a possible candidate to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. Kazmir has not pitched in the majors since 2016, but has a chance to finally get back on an MLB […]
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Brock Holt Activated, Starts At Third Base On Friday
Texas Rangers infielder Brock Holt (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day injured list on Friday. The 32-year-old infielder/outfielder had been sidelined since early May due to a hamstring issue. He started at third base and finished with one hit in four plate appearances during his first game back. Holt is great depth for the Rangers, […]
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Jesus Luzardo Will Throw On Sunday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo (hand) is scheduled to throw his next bullpen session on Sunday. He reportedly felt good after his 30-pitch bullpen session on Thursday. The organization is going to stretch Luzardo a bit more during his next throwing session this weekend. However, Oakland is going to remain cautious, so fantasy managers […]
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Aledmys Diaz Exits Due To Injury
Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz (hamstring) was unable to get through Friday's game against the Texas Rangers. He left during the fifth inning due to hamstring tightness. The veteran infielder was replaced by Carlos Correa. Diaz missed time in Spring Training due to a hamstring issue as well. The Astros are likely going to remain […]
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Bryse Wilson Recalled, Starting Saturday
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Bryse Wilson has been recalled from the minors and will make the start on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He pitched well in a spot start earlier this month versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Wilson has struggled outside of that start, but could be a possible streaming option. The Pirates offense […]
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Kolten Wong Avoids Serious Injury
Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Kolten Wong (arm) was forced to exit early during Friday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. He was hit by a pitch, but the X-rays came back negative, according to Brewers manager Craig Counsell. The team is currently considering Wong day-to-day right now. It sounds like he avoided any serious injury, but […]
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Yankees Discussing Delino DeShields Trade
Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields could possibly be on the move here soon. It appears that the New York Yankees are showing interest in the 29-year-old speedy outfielder. This trade would make sense on paper as the Yankees are shorthanded in the outfield due to injuries. Texas has not been using DeShields, despite him absolutely […]
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Randy Dobnak Will Start Friday
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Randy Dobnak has been recalled from the minors to make the start against the Cleveland Indians on Friday. The Twins have not announced who they will send down in a corresponding move. Dobnak has struggled this season, posting an ugly 8.16 ERA over 14 1/3 innings with four home runs allowed. […]
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Vince Velasquez Hopeful To Make His Next Start
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez (finger) was a late scratch from Thursday's game against the Miami Marlins. He is reportedly dealing with a right index finger issue, but is hopeful to make his next start. David Hale took the mound as the emergency starter for the Phillies on Thursday. He allowed one earned run […]
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Kenta Maeda Will Start Versus Indians
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (groin) will make his start against the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. He was dealing with groin tightness last time he pitched, but he appears to be fine now. Maeda is posting a 5.26 ERA through 37 2/3 innings this season, which has been frustrating for fantasy managers. It has […]
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William Contreras Blasts Three-Run Homer
Atlanta Braves catcher William Contreras smacked his fourth home run of the season during Thursday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. It was a three-run shot to left field off righty Wil Crowe in the second inning. Contreras has been able to hold his own since joining the Braves roster. He's slashing .255/.364/.574 with four home […]
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Drew Smyly Tosses Quality Start Versus Pirates
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Drew Smyly had one of his better outings of the season against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. Smyly went six innings, allowing six hits and three earned runs, while striking out seven batters. He struggled heavily to start the season, but it appears Smyly is finally finding his groove. However, the […]
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