Niko Goodrum Returns to the Lineup

Detroit Tigers shortstop Niko Goodrum (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Goodrum missed Wednesday's game due to a knee contusion. He'll bat sixth and cover shortstop versus righty Homer Bailey on Thursday. Goodrum isn't much of a fantasy option here, even against Bailey who has struggled.

Dwight Smith Takes Batting Practice

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Dwight Smith (concussion) is scheduled to take batting practice on Thursday. Smith has been sidelined the last week due to a concussion. He has not cleared the concussion protocol yet but is hopeful that he can get back in the lineup this weekend. He's been one of the few bright spots for the […]

Nolan Arenado is Playing on Thursday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (arm) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Arenado left early during Wednesday's contest after taking a pitch to the forearm. He'll bat cleanup and play third base versus lefty Matt Strahm. Expect Arenado to be back in the lineup, barring a […]

Jason Heyward Sits Versus Lefty

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This will be a routine day off for the veteran outfielder against the left-handed starter. Kris Bryant will cover right field and bat second versus lefty Clayton Kershaw on Thursday.

Yoan Moncada Could Return This Weekend

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (back) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Moncada suffered back tightness on Monday and hasn't been able to suit up since then. It sounds like Moncada hopes to return to the lineup on either Saturday or Sunday. Jose Rondon will […]

Giovanny Urshela Sits Out on Thursday

New York Yankees third baseman Giovanny Urshela (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Urshela has been fantastic with the bat this season, and a huge bright spot for the Bronx Bombers. However, Didi Gregorius is back after recovering from Tommy John surgery, so Urshela is sadly […]

Alex Gordon is Sitting Out on Thursday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon (back) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Gordon was hit by a pitch on Wednesday and is now dealing with a nerve issue in his back. Terrance Gore will cover left field and bat eighth versus lefty Matthew Boyd. Gore is not […]

Dexter Fowler Takes A Seat on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Mets. Fowler has been below average with the bat this season, and has been getting benched frequently this season. Jose Martinez will draw the start in right field and bat fifth versus righty Jacob deGrom. […]

Ji-Man Choi is Absent on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Choi has been reliable for Tampa Bay this season, but is getting a routine day off here. Travis D'Arnaud will cover first base and bat fifth versus lefty Tyler Skaggs. This could be […]

Jonathan Lucroy Gets Day Off

Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Lucroy has been below average with the bat this season, and will take the day off here. Kevan Smith will draw the start behind the plate and bat seventh versus lefty Ryan Yarbrough. Smith […]

Randal Grichuk Resting on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. This is a routine day off for Grichuk, so he should be back in there next game. Cavan Biggio will draw the start in right field and bat seventh versus righty Gabriel Ynoa. Biggio doesn't […]

Matt Adams Remains Out on Thursday

Washington Nationals first baseman Matt Adams (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Adams suffered a mild oblique strain on Monday and hasn't played since then. It's likely that the Nats will decide to place Adams on the injured list. Gerardo Parra will bat sixth and play first […]

Chris Paddack Optioned to Minors

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Chris Paddack has been optioned to Triple-A on Wednesday. This move is more to limit Paddack's innings than it is a real demotion. Paddack has struggled over his last few starts and the Padres want to make sure that he stays healthy. He should be back on the Padres roster […]

Jon Duplantier Placed on Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Jon Duplantier (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Duplantier is dealing with right shoulder inflammation that has led to his velocity dropping. The D-Backs are taking the safe route here and giving Duplantier some time off to rest. It's unclear how long he's going to be sidelined […]

Buster Posey Activated, Starting Wednesday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. Posey spent 10 days sidelined due to a right hamstring strain. He will resume his role as the everyday catcher in San Francisco. Posey is batting cleanup and doing the catching versus lefty Joey Lucchesi on Wednesday.

Wil Myers Sits Out on Wednesday

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Myers is having a rough year at the plate and will take a seat here. Manuel Margot will draw the start in center field and bat ninth versus righty Shaun Anderson. Margot can go […]

Jonathan Schoop is Not in the Lineup Wednesday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Jonathan Schoop (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Schoop will get a routine day off here, so no injuries to worry about. Marwin Gonzalez will slide over to second base and bat sixth versus righty Gerson Bautista. The Twins should have a good […]

Gerson Bautista Will Serve As Opener Wednesday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Gerson Bautista will serve as the opener for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. He was activated from the injured list recently and has only pitched in two games for Seattle this season. Tommy Milone will follow Bautista and pitch a bulk of the innings. This is a situation to avoid against […]

Jordan Yamamoto Recalled, Starting Wednesday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jordan Yamamoto will draw the start against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Yamamoto was recalled from Double-A following Jose Urena (hip) landing on the injured list. He's been serviceable in the minors this season, so he carries some deep league appeal. Yamamoto probably isn't worth a look against the St. […]

Gregory Polanco is Sitting on Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Polanco gets a day off after starting the last three games. Melky Cabrera will draw the start in right field and bat fifth versus righty Mike Soroka. Cabrera has actually been reliable with the bat this […]

Jorge Alfaro is Absent on Wednesday

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Alfaro has been a bright spot for Miami this season, but he'll get a normal day off here. Bryan Holaday will serve as the catcher and bat eighth versus righty Miles Mikolas. Holaday is not […]

Derek Law Named Opener for Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Derek Law will draw the start against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Law will act as the opener and pitch an inning or two in this one. Edwin Jackson will follow him and pitch a majority of the innings. Both Law and Jackson have been ugly this season, so fantasy […]

Jarrod Dyson is Out on Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The speedy outfielder will get a routine day off here. Ketel Marte will bat leadoff and cover center field versus righty Zach Eflin. Marte is a strong DFS option and will likely be popular in many […]

Bryce Harper Gets Day Off on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This will be the first off day of the season for Harper, but with the Phillies off on Thursday, Harper gets two days to rest. Nick Williams will draw the start in right field and bat […]

Joey Gallo Hits Off Tee on Tuesday

Texas Rangers first baseman Joey Gallo (oblique) was able to hit off a tee on Tuesday. This was the first baseball activities that Gallo has done since landing on the injured list June 2. He's making progress from his left oblique strain, and should be back in the lineup before the end of the month. […]

C.J. Cron is Resting on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. The slugging first baseman will get a routine day off here. Marwin Gonzalez will play first base and bat sixth versus righty Mike Leake. Gonzalez has been reliable with the bat and could make for […]

Jason Kipnis Remains Out on Tuesday

Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis (hip) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Kipnis suffered a right hip injury during Sunday's contest. He hasn't played since then, and is currently listed as day-to-day. Mike Freeman will cover second base and bat eighth versus righty Luis Castillo. Freeman is […]

Avisail Garcia Sits Out on Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Avisail Garcia (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. Garcia is getting a routine rest day here, so fantasy owners don't need to be concerned. Austin Meadows will bat leadoff and serve as the designated hitter versus righty Mike Fiers. Meadows is an excellent […]

Darwinzon Hernandez Recalled, Starting Tuesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Darwinzon Hernandez will draw the start against the Texas Rangers on Tuesday. Hernandez threw 2 1/3 scoreless innings earlier this season with four strikeouts. However, he owns a 5.13 ERA and 59/32 K/BB ratio in Double-A this year. DFS players should go ahead and stay away from Hernandez in this one.

Delino DeShields is Absent on Tuesday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. The speedy outfielder will get a routine day off here to rest. Danny Santana will cover center field and bat second versus lefty Darwinzon Hernandez. Santana has surprisingly been strong with the bat and is […]