Ian Desmond Getting A Day Off

Colorado Rockies first baseman Ian Desmond (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Desmond has a shaky .219 batting average, but has hit five home runs and knocked in 20 runs. David Dahl will draw the start in center field and at third versus righty Aaron Nola. Dahl […]

Didi Gregorius Will Play in Extended Spring Training Games

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) is scheduled to begin playing in extended spring training games on Monday. Gregorius is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Yankees plan to use Gregorius at designated hitter when he returns that way they don't put too much stress on his elbow. There is a chance that […]

Jose Peraza is Resting on Saturday

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jose Peraza (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Peraza continues to struggle with the bat, so he'll sit the bench in this one. Derek Dietrich will draw the start at second base and bat sixth versus righty Walker Buehler. Dietrich doesn't have much […]

Kendrys Morales is Sitting Out on Saturday

New York Yankees designated hitter Kendrys Morales (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Morales hit his first home run on the Yankees during Friday's contest. The Yankees are banged up at the moment, so Morales actually has some fantasy value despite his recent struggles with the […]

Travis d'Arnaud is Sitting on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Travis D'Arnaud (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the New York Yankees. The newly acquired catcher will sit this one out, but should be back in there on Sunday. Erik Kratz will draw the start behind the plate and bat ninth versus righty Masahiro Tanaka. Kratz […]

Hunter Wood Activated on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Hunter Wood (shoulder) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Wood missed the last two weeks due to right shoulder soreness. He's pitched 6 1/3 innings and has not allowed a run yet this year. He'll likely pitch in the middle relief most of the time, but should see spot […]

James Paxton is Still Dealing with Discomfort

New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (knee) is expected to come off the 10-day injured list next week. He was placed on there May 4th due to left knee inflammation. However, Paxton says that he is still dealing with discomfort in his knee. He's scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday, so hopefully […]

Tyreke Evans Disqualified from NBA

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Tyreke Evans has been disqualified from the NBA due to violation of the league's substance abuse policy. Evans won't be allowed to play in the NBA for two years. However, after those two years, he's eligible to seek reinstatement. Evans is currently 31 years old and was going to be a free […]

Jose Altuve Could Return Next Week

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) is hopeful that he'll be able to resume baseball activities in a few days. The Astros are going to wait and see how he feels after doing activities before they decide when he'll be ready to return. Altuve is eligible to be activated next Tuesday, so hopefully he […]

Trevor Williams Placed on 10-Day Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Trevor Williams (side) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Williams left during Thursday's start after going just 3 2/3 innings of work. The injury is being called a right side strain and it appears he could be sidelined for quite some time. It's unclear who is going to take […]

Mike Moustakas is Out of the Lineup

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The Brewers are facing a lefty pitcher, so they decided to play matchups and go with a right-handed batter. Hernan Perez will bat sixth and play third base versus Max Fried. Perez can be avoided […]

Niko Goodrum is Scratched on Friday

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Goodrum is dealing with flu-like symptoms, so he'll get the night off. Gordon Beckham will bat leadoff and play shortstop versus righty Frankie Montas. Beckham is in a favorable part of the order, but hitters are […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. is Out of the Lineup on Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Bradley has been awful with the bat this season, so the Red Sox are looking to shake up their lineup. J.D. Martinez will bat third and play right field, while Eduardo Nunez serves as […]

Kevin Kiermaier Sitting Versus Lefty

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Kiermaier is getting the day off against the left-handed starter. Guillermo Heredia will draw the start in center field and bat ninth versus lefty CC Sabathia. Heredia doesn't have enough upside with the bat […]

Daniel Murphy is Absent on Friday

Colorado Rockies first baseman Daniel Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rockies will play matchups and go with the right-handed bat against the lefty starter. Mark Reynolds will draw the start at first base and bat cleanup versus lefty Cole Irvin. Reynolds hasn't done enough […]

Adam Eaton is Out Against Lefty

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This is not a surprising move as the Nats are facing veteran left-hander Cole Hamels. Michael A. Taylor will draw the start in center field and bat eighth against Hamels. Taylor can be ignored in fantasy contests.

Trevor Story is Back in the Lineup

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Story left Wednesday's game due to a bruised left knee. The Rockies didn't play on Thursday, so Story is refreshed and ready to roll in this contest. He'll bat second and play shortstop versus lefty Cole […]

David Price on Track to Return Monday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (elbow) is on track to return to the starting rotation against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. Price has been making solid progress, and there was some hope that he could even return this weekend. He's been sidelined the last two weeks due to elbow tendinitis. Fantasy owners […]

Malcolm Brogdon Will Come Off Bench Again

Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon will come off the bench again for Game 2 versus the Toronto Raptors on Friday. Head coach Mike Budenholzer liked what he saw from Brogdon off the bench in Game 1. Nikola Mirotic will continue to start, but Brogdon could end up taking over as starter. However, if Brogdon continues […]

Colin Moran is Out Versus Lefty

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Colin Moran (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. The Pirates are going to play matchups until Jung Ho Kang (oblique) is eligible to return from the injured list. Moran usually gets the starts versus right-handed pitchers. He's worth grabbing in fantasy leagues […]

Jay Bruce is Sitting on Thursday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jay Bruce (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Mallex Smith was recalled after crushing the ball in the minors, but he struggled with the Mariners early in the season. He'll draw the start in center field and bat ninth versus righty Michael Pineda. Smith […]

Tim Beckham is Out of the Lineup on Thursday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Tim Beckham (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Dee Gordon (wrist) is back in the lineup, so he might cut into Beckham's playing time. J.P. Crawford is seeing playing time at shortstop, but that could quickly be reduced if he continues to struggle. […]

Dee Gordon Returns to the Lineup

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon (wrist) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Gordon missed five games due to wrist discomfort, but feels good enough to play now. Gordon will leadoff and play second base against righty Michael Pineda. This is a favorable matchup for Gordon, so DFS […]

Rowdy Tellez is Sitting Out on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Rowdy Tellez (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Chicago White Sox. This appears to be a routine day off for the lefty slugger. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will bat second and serve as the designated hitter versus righty Dylan Covey. This could make for an […]

Clayton Richard is Scheduled to Start Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Clayton Richard (knee) is expected to draw the start versus the Chicago White Sox on Saturday. Richard has been out all season due to issues with his right knee. The veteran lefty could have some decent DFS appeal against the White Sox, but won't have much fantasy value after that.

Jose Leclerc Will Serve as Opener on Friday

Texas Rangers pitcher Jose Leclerc will serve as the opener for Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. This will be Leclerc's first career start in the MLB. Leclerc began the season as the closer, but struggled, so Chris Martin took over as the closer in Arlington. Leclerc is expected to pitch an inning or […]

Austin Riley Remains in the Lineup

Atlanta Braves outfielder Austin Riley will remain in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Riley was recalled from the minors on Wednesday and made his MLB debut. Ender Inciarte is on the injured list, so it looks like Riley is going to play every day for Atlanta. Riley is worth […]

Kyle Lowry is Fine for Game 1

Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (thumb) is reportedly going to be fine for Wednesday's Game 1 versus the Milwaukee Bucks. He sprained his left thumb during Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers. However, he's not listed on the injury report, so he's good to go for this one. Lowry hasn't done much lately, but maybe […]

Kevin Durant Ruled Out for Game 2

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) has been ruled out for Game 2 versus the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. It appears Durant is going to miss his third postseason game in a row. The Warriors won Game 1 soundly without KD, so there isn't much of a reason to rush him back. Andrew […]

Damian Lillard Should Be Fine for Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (hamstring) said that he was sore after Tuesday's Game 1 versus the Golden State Warriors. Lillard believes it's more of a bruise than a strain, so that's great news. He might not be at 100 percent, but he's going to play in Game 2 on Thursday.