Jonathan Lucroy Designated for Assignment

Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy has been designated for assignment by the organization on Friday. The Angels acquired catcher Max Stassi at the trade deadline, so Lucroy was the odd man out. Lucroy was hitting .242 with seven home runs and 30 knocked in over his 74 games with the Angels. He should get […]

Danny Salazar Lands on Injured List

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Danny Salazar (groin) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Salazar made his season debut on Thursday, but sadly lands right back on the injured list. He suffered a right groin strain, so fantasy owners shouldn't expect Salazar to contribute this season. He still needs to undergo an MRI before […]

Jung Ho Kang Designated for Assignment

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jung Ho Kang has been designated for assignment by the organization on Friday. Kang struggled at the plate this season, so it's not surprising to see the Pirates decide to move on. Kang hit .169/.222/.395 over 65 games, so that's not a batting line you'd love to see. Colin Moran and Jose […]

Scott Heineman Making Debut Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Scott Heineman has been recalled from the minors on Friday. He will play center field and bat seventh versus lefty Tyler Alexander. Heineman was hitting .372/.435/.581 with six homers in the minors before being called up. It's unclear how much playing time he'll actually see in Arlington. He could be worth a […]

Didi Gregorius is Sidelined with Hand Issue

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (hand) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Gregorius is dealing with a strained knuckle, so he won't suit up here. He suffered the injury while diving earlier in the week. However, the Yankees are calling the injury day-to-day, so he shouldn't […]

Dansby Swanson Will Remain Sidelined

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (foot) will not be activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday like first expected. Swanson did some running on Friday, and is still experiencing some soreness in his foot. The Braves are going to give him a few more days off to rest. Johan Camargo will continue to draw […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu Lands on Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu (neck) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive August 1. Ryu seemed fine after throwing six scoreless innings against the Rockies on Wednesday. It's unclear why Ryu landed on the injured list, but he should be ready shortly after the 10 days. Rookie starting pitcher Dustin […]

Dustin May Will Debut Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Dustin May will make his major league debut against the San Diego Padres on Friday. May posted a 3.38 ERA with 110 strikeouts over 106 innings in the minors this season. Hyun-Jin Ryu (neck) landed on the injured list on Friday, so May could get additional starts. He's worth adding […]

Brandon Crawford Returns on Friday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (shoulder) returns to the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Crawford left early on Thursday after jamming his shoulder. It appears he's fine and won't even miss a game due to the issue. Crawford will bat fifth and play shortstop versus righty Peter Lambert. Crawford has […]

C.J. Cron Expected to Return This Weekend

Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron (thumb) is expected to return to the active roster this weekend. The Twin have not announced an exact date, but he could return as early as Saturday. Cron has been sidelined for a week or so with right thumb inflammation. Fantasy owners can hopefully expect Cron back in the […]

Byron Buxton Scratched on Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (shoulder) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Buxton is dealing with a sore left shoulder, so he'll sit this one out. However, the team believes it's a day-to-day issue, so he shouldn't be sidelined for too long. Max Kepler will bat […]

Scott Oberg Will Take Over as Closer

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Scott Oberg will take over in the closer role, according to manager Bud Black. Wade Davis was removed from the role after going 1-5 with a 6.82 ERA in 36 games. Oberg is pitching much better, so hopefully he can hold down the role for the Rockies. Oberg has a 1.59 […]

Brad Peacock Likely to Start Rehab Work Soon

Houston Astros pitcher Brad Peacock (shoulder) will begin his minor league rehab assignment this weekend. Peacock is expected to throw two or three innings during a game on either Saturday or Sunday. It sounds like he's only a week or so away from returning to the big league roster. However, the acquisition of Zack Greinke […]

Yasmany Tomas Optioned to Minors

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Yasmany Tomas has been optioned to the minors on Thursday. Tomas was called up for four games, so not much time for him to impress. He started in just one game and struck out three times during his six at-bats. He's the highest paid player on the roster after the departure of […]

Tyler O'Neill Scratched on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (hand) has been scratched from the starting lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. O'Neill is dealing with a minor hand injury that he likely suffered during Wednesday's contest. Yairo Munoz will cover left field and bat sixth versus lefty Jon Lester. Munoz has cooled down with the bat, […]

Danny Salazar Will Start Thursday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) will make his season debut against the Houston Astros on Thursday. Salazar has not pitched since the 2017 playoffs, so this should be interesting. He's been batting shoulder and elbow issues since then. Salazar pitched well in the minors, but we'll see if he can do it again […]

Jesus Aguilar Debuts with Rays Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jesus Aguilar will make his team debut against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday. Aguilar was acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers during Wednesday's trade deadline. Aguilar has not put together a strong campaign, but hopefully a change of scenery will help him. He'll bat sixth and serve as the designated […]

Corey Seager is Out on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Seager will get a rare day off against the left-handed starter. Kristopher Negron will cover shortstop and bat eighth versus lefty Joey Lucchesi. Negron does not have enough upside to warrant using in DFS […]

Miguel Rojas Expected to Play Saturday

Miami Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas (hip) is expected to return for Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, according to manager Don Mattingly. Rojas left early during Thursday's game due to tightness in his right hip. The Marlins are off on Friday, but Rojas is expected to play on Saturday. He's been hot with the […]

Shane Greene Named Closer for Braves

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Shane Greene has been named closer by manager Brian Snitker. The Braves acquired relievers Greene, Mark Melancon, and Chris Martin, all at the trade deadline. All three pitchers have closing experience, so it was unclear which would get the nod in the ninth inning. Greene has 22 saves converted with a […]

Tim Collins Elects Free Agency

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Tim Collins was optioned by the organization last week and refused an assignment to Triple-A. He will now become a free agent after declining the option to play in the minors. Collins had a 3.12 ERA in nine appearances with the Cubs, but could possibly get a minor league or major […]

Greg Allen, Jake Bauers Optioned to Minors

Cleveland Indians outfielders Greg Allen and Jake Bauers have been optioned to the minors on Thursday. The Indians added outfielders Yasiel Puig and Franmil Reyes at the trade deadline, so that's why Allen and Bauers were sent down. Allen hit .230/.296/.381 with two home runs during his 47 games with Cleveland. Bauers hit .233/.308/.379, so […]

Nicholas Castellanos Debuts for Cubs on Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Nicholas Castellanos will make his team debut against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. Castellanos was dealt to the Cubs during Wednesday's trade deadline. The Detroit Tigers received minor league pitchers Paul Richan and Alex Lange in exchange for Castellanos. He'll bat second and play right field versus righty Jack Flaherty on […]

Yasiel Puig Suspended Three Games

Cleveland Indians outfielder Yasiel Puig has been suspended three games for his involvement in Wednesday's brawl with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Along with Puig, Keone Kela got 10 games, Amir Garrett got eight games, Jose Osuna got five games, Kyle Crick got three games, and Jared Hughes got three games. Puig is appealing the suspension, so […]

Trent Thornton Activated, Starting Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trent Thornton (elbow) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Thornton missed exactly ten days due to right elbow inflammation. Thornton will draw the start against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday. He's 3-7 with a 5.45 ERA in 21 starts, so he's not a reliable fantasy option, […]

Tommy Pham Returns on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Tommy Pham (wrist) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Pham suffered a right hand sprain on Sunday. He sat out of a few games, but is ready to return to the lineup. Pham will bat second and play left field versus righty Andrew […]

Travis d'Arnaud Sits Out on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Travis D'Arnaud (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is a well earned day off for d'Arnaud who hit .342 in the month of July. Mike Zunino will draw the start behind the plate and bat eighth versus righty Andrew Cashner. Zunino […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Won't Play Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. He suffered a jammed knee on Wednesday, so he's not quite ready to play again yet. It doesn't appear that Gurriel will land on the injured list, so he'll probably just get a day […]

Yadier Molina to Begin Rehab Assignment Friday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (thumb) is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Friday. Molina strained his thumb roughly a month ago, but should be able to rejoin the Cardinals soon. Assuming everything goes well, Molina should be behind the plate for the Red Birds early next week. Matt Wieters will continue to […]

Brandon Crawford Exits Early on Thursday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (shoulder) exits early during Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Crawford left in the fourth inning due to a jammed shoulder. Donovan Solano took over at shortstop and finished the game there. Manager Bruce Bochy admitted to having some concern over Crawford's shoulder. The team hasn't announced anything yet, […]