Dylan Bundy Activated, Starting Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dylan Bundy (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Bundy missed one turn in the rotation due to tendinitis in his right knee. He's on the mound against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. Brandon Kline has been sent down in a corresponding move. Bundy hasn't shown many […]

Yonder Alonso Joins Rockies

Colorado Rockies first baseman Yonder Alonso had his contract purchased from Triple-A on Tuesday. Alonso hit .178/.275/.301 with the White Sox before being designated for assignment by the team recently. The Rockies have recalled Alonso after he was crushing the ball in the minors. He'll basically be a bench bat for the team, so he […]

Max Fried Should Return Sunday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (finger) is scheduled to return to the starting rotation for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Fried must pitch through his bullpen sessions on Tuesday and Thursday before being cleared to pitch on Sunday. He's been out since July 16 due to a blister on his left index finger. […]

Max Scherzer Scheduled to Pitch Thursday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (back) is scheduled to return to the starting rotation for Thursday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Scherzer threw a bullpen session without any issues on Monday. He was able to play catch on Tuesday, so it appears he's ready to return to the rotation. He's been sidelined since early […]

Mark Trumbo is Beginning Rehab Work

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Mark Trumbo (knee) is beginning a minor league rehab assignment on Tuesday. Trumbo started a rehab assignment in June, but stopped after suffering a setback to his surgically repaired knee. Trumbo has been sidelined all season, but could return in mid-August. However, the Orioles will likely use him as a part-time player. […]

Keston Hiura Returns on Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Keston Hiura (quad) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Hiura was scratched from Monday's game due to tightness in his quad. This injury was not considered serious, so he'll return to the lineup here. Hiura will bat seventh and play second base versus righty Tanner […]

Danny Santana Sits Out on Tuesday

Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Danny Santana (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Santana has been crushing the ball this season, but went 0-for-5 last game. He'll get a much deserved day off here. Shin-Soo Choo will bat leadoff and play left field versus lefty Tommy Milone. Choo has […]

Josh James Lands on Injured List

Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh James (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. He was lifted during his last appearance on the mound Sunday, The team is calling the injury right shoulder soreness. It's unclear how long James is going to be sidelined, but reliever Cy Sneed has been recalled to take his […]

Tim Anderson to Begin Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Wednesday. It sounds like Anderson is going to take at least 20-30 at-bats in the minors before returning to the major league roster. He's been sidelined since June 26 due to a high ankle sprain. Ryan Goins will […]

Dee Gordon Placed on Injured List

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon (quad) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Gordon suffered a quad strain while diving back to first base during Monday's contest. Tim Lopes has been recalled to take Gordon's spot on the active roster. Lopes is worth a look in AL-only leagues while Gordon is sidelined.

Carl Edwards Jr. Optioned to Minors

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. has been optioned to the minors on Monday. He holds a 5.87 ERA through 20 appearances this season. He was roughed up on Sunday, so the Cubs decided to let him get some extra work in the minors. Roman Wick has been recalled to take his spot on […]

Nick Senzel Will Return on Monday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Senzel was sidelined a majority of last week due to lingering hamstring issues. He will bat leadoff and play center field versus righty Chase Anderson. Fantasy owners can feel safe about putting Senzel back in their […]

Trent Thornton Lands on Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trent Thornton (elbow) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Thornton has struggled over his last four starts, so right elbow inflammation could explain some of the problems. Ryan Borucki (elbow) has been activated off the injured list in a corresponding move. He'll make the start against the Cleveland […]

Ryan Borucki Activated, Starting Monday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Ryan Borucki (elbow) has been activated from the 60-day injured list on Monday. He will make his season debut against the Cleveland Indians. Borucki missed the first three months of the season due to lingering elbow issues. He's been a reliable option in the past, so he could have some […]

Aledmys Diaz Activated on Monday

Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. Diaz missed two months of action due to a left hamstring strain. He was hitting well before the issue, but who knows if he'll continue that pace. Diaz will have some decent fantasy value until Carlos Correa returns later […]

Max Scherzer Throws Bullpen Session

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (back) threw a successful bullpen session on Monday. Afterwards, Scherzer said he felt good and is ready to return to the starting rotation. He should be back either Thursday or Friday, so fantasy owners should stay tuned for more information later in the week.

C.J. Cron Back on the Injured List

Minnesota Twins first baseman C.J. Cron (thumb) has been placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday. He just returned from the injured list about a week ago. He's dealing with right thumb inflammation that is more serious than the team first thought. Miguel Sano will cover first base and bat fifth versus lefty CC […]

Ryan Zimmerman Lands on Injured List Again

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman (foot) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Zimmerman is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot. This is the same injury that sidelined him earlier in the season. Matt Adams is expected to fill in at first base while Zimmerman is sidelined. Adams is batting fifth […]

Zack Wheeler Will Rejoin Rotation Friday

New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (shoulder) will rejoin the starting rotation for Friday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Wheeler threw a successful bullpen session on Sunday. He is scheduled to throw live batting practice on Tuesday. Wheeler has been sidelined the last week and a half due to shoulder fatigue. He remains a […]

Joey Gallo Sits Versus Lefty

Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Seattle Mariners. Gallo will get the day off to rest against the left-handed starter. Delino DeShields will cover center field and bat eighth versus lefty Marco Gonzales. DeShields doesn't have much upside for fantasy leagues besides his speed.

Buster Posey Takes A Breather

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Posey caught all 12 innings on Sunday after catching Saturday's contest as well. He'll get a routine day off here, but should be back in the lineup for Tuesday. Stephen Vogt will draw the start […]

Tyler Mahle Officially Hits Injured List

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Tyler Mahle (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive July 20. He suffered a left hamstring strain during his start on Friday. The Reds are unsure how long Mahle will be sidelined, but he is expected to miss a few starts. Lucas Sims will draw the start on […]

Brett Gardner Remains Sidelined Monday

New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Minnesota Twins. This marks the second game in a row that Gardner has missed due to a left knee issue. The Yankees consider Gardner day-to-day, so he shouldn't land on the injured list. Mike Tauchman will cover […]

Tim Anderson Expected to Be Back Soon

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) is hopeful that he'll be able to return to the lineup in a week or two. He has been sidelined since late June due to a sprained right ankle. Ryan Goins and Jose Rondon have been playing shortstop in his absence. Anderson sounds like he is feeling better, […]

Matt Carpenter Expected to Be Activated Friday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter (foot) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list when eligible on Friday. He is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment on Tuesday and get in some at-bats in the minors. Yairo Munoz has been hitting very well at third base in the absence of Carpenter. […]

Travis Jankowski Activated, Optioned to Minors

San Diego Padres outfielder Travis Jankowski (wrist) has been activated from the 60-day injured list on Monday. Jankowski suffered a fractured left wrist during spring training and has been sidelined all season. He has been optioned to Triple-A since there is no room for him in the crowded San Diego outfield. He should be back […]

Brandon Woodruff Likely Out Six Weeks

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (oblique) is likely going to be sidelined six weeks. Woodruff strained his oblique during Sunday's contest, and the MRI showed significant damage. This is a shame because Woodruff was having a breakout campaign for the Brewers. It's unclear who is going to take the spot in the rotation, but […]

Conner Menez to Debut Against Mets

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Conner Menez will make his big league debut against the New York Mets on Sunday. Drew Pomeranz will move to the bullpen with Menez joining the starting rotation. Menez has a 3.13 ERA with 123 strikeouts during 95 innings in the minors this season. He's worth streaming against the Mets […]

Rogelio Armenteros to Start on Sunday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Rogelio Armenteros will draw the start against the Texas Rangers on Sunday. Armenteros has pitched well for the team through his three appearances this season. He'll be given the opportunity to start against Texas on Sunday, but doesn't have great long-term value. The Astros like to use Armenteros in different spots. […]

Josh Naylor Optioned to Minors

San Diego Padres first baseman Josh Naylor has been optioned to the minors on Sunday. Naylor hit .236/.287/.358 with three home runs and 16 RBI during his time in the majors. However, there just wasn't enough playing time available for Naylor. It's better if Naylor gets regular playing time in the minors, so he can […]