Madison Bumgarner Could Return on Friday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) could return on Friday, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Nothing is official yet, but Bochy said that the team is "open minded" to Bumgarner returning Friday. The plan is to have Bumgarner throw around 70 pitches during his next start. That start could very well be on […]

Jurickson Profar Out of Thursday's Lineup

Texas Rangers shortstop/outfielder Jurickson Profar (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Profar went 3-for-8 with six RBI over his last two games. It's surprising to see him get a day off after it looks like he's finally found his groove. Hanser Alberto will play shortstop against lefty […]

Ryan Braun is Back in the Lineup on Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (back) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list and plugged into Thursday's starting lineup. Braun was out the minimum 10 days with middle back tightness. He should be owned in most leagues despite his early struggles this season.

Matt Moore Could Start on Tuesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Moore (knee) threw 70 pitches during Thursday's live batting practice. He landed on the disabled list last week due to right knee soreness. There is a chance that Moore returns to the starting rotation as early as Tuesday. The Rangers are going to wait and see how he responds before […]

Nathan Eovaldi Will Make Season Debut Next Week

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) will make his season debut against the Oakland Athletics on Monday or Tuesday. He was crushed for eight earned runs during his latest rehab outing on Wednesday. However, it appears Eovaldi is finally healthy after having Tommy John surgery. He could become a bright spot in the […]

Charlie Tilson Recalled From Triple-A

Chicago White Sox outfielder Charlie Tilson has been recalled from Triple-A on Thursday. He's batting .248/.288/.298 through 173 plate appearances in the minors this season. Tilson has been out for nearly two years, but is back with the White Sox after Leury Garcia (hamstring) landed on the disabled list. There is a chance that Tilson […]

Austin Bibens-Dirkx Makes Season Debut on Thursday

Texas Rangers pitcher Austin Bibens-Dirkx will draw the start against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. He has a 3.72 ERA over eight minor league starts this season. The Rangers optioned lefty Brandon Mann to Triple-A Round Rock to make room for Bibens-Dirkx. The Royals are struggling this season, but Bibens-Dirkx is not a favorable […]

Dustin Pedroia Will Be Activated on Friday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will be activated from the disabled list on Friday. The veteran is back after missing the first 60 games of the season due to offseason knee surgery. The Red Sox may ease Pedroia back into action, but it should not take him long to regain his role […]

Darren O'Day Likely Getting Cortisone Injection

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Darren O'Day (elbow) is likely getting a cortisone injection in his right elbow, according to manager Buck Showalter. He was supposed to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday, but O'Day did not feeling healthy enough to do so. The Orioles will likely need to wait a few days after the injection […]

Josh Reddick Expected to Only Miss Minimal Time

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (leg) is only expected to miss the minimum amount of time on the disabled list, according to manager A.J. Hinch. He is eligible to come off the disabled list on June 1. The Astros were hopeful Reddick could recover without a DL stint, but that was obviously not the case. […]

Liam Hendriks is Starting Rehab Assignment

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (hip) is reportedly starting a rehab assignment on Thursday. He had surgery a few weeks ago to remove a cyst from his hip. It's unclear how long he's going to be out for at the moment. Hendriks has pitched just three innings this season. He should not be owned […]

Ryan Buchter Begins Throwing From 75 Feet

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Ryan Buchter (shoulder) has reportedly begun throwing from 75 feet. He has been out since late April due to a shoulder strain. Buchter is playing long toss, so that's a good sign towards his recovery. There is a chance that Buchter begins bullpen sessions as early as next week. He does […]

Carlos Gomez Hopes to Join Rays on Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez (groin) is hopeful he'll be activated from the disabled list when he's eligible on May 26. He suffered a right groin injury on Tuesday, but it sounds like he's almost ready to return. Gomez has resume activities and is easing himself back into action. He's struggled this season and […]

Mitch Haniger is Out on Wednesday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (wrist) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest. However, Nelson Cruz (elbow) is back in the Mariners lineup against the Athletics. Haniger left Tuesday's game after getting hit on the arm by a pitch. The X-rays came back negative, but it appears the Mariners want to be cautious […]

Dustin Pedroia is Expected to Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will play seven innings in Wednesday's game at Triple-A Pawtucket. Pedroia will have an opportunity to play Thursday if his knee is feeling up to it. The Red Sox want to see Pedroia play in back-to-back contests before letting him return to the big league club. Pedroia […]

Carson Kelly Could Return This Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Carson Kelly (hamstring) will play in a rehab game with Triple-A Memphis before possibly returning to the Cardinals on Saturday. Kelly will catch Cardinals prospect Alex Reyes on Thursday. Steve Baron is expected to be sent down once Kelly is ready to return. However, Kelly is not worth owning in even […]

Brandon Guyer Lands On 10-Day Disabled List

Cleveland Indians outfielder Brandon Guyer (neck) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. He joins Bradley Zimmer, Lonnie Chisenhall and Tyler Naquin on the list of Indians outfielders on the DL. Guyer was hitting .150/.244/.325 with three homers and 10 RBI before he landed on the disabled list. He should not be owned in […]

Anthony DeSclafani Will Make Rehab Start on Friday

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Anthony DeScalfani (oblique) will make his first rehab start with Triple-A Louisville on Friday. He is getting close to appearing in his first MLB game since 2016. DeScalfani could join the Reds pitching staff by the end of the month. However, that is only going to happen if everything goes as […]

Adrian Beltre Took Batting Practice on Wednesday

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (hamstring) took batting practice before Wednesday's game with the Yankees. He was able to field grounders on Tuesday, and now is feeling well enough to take batting practice. GM Jon Daniels said Beltre was a "few weeks" away, but there is a chance Beltre returns before the end of […]

Nathan Eovaldi Transferred to 60-Day DL

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) has been transferred to the 60-day disabled list. He was on the 10-day DL, but the Rays moved him so Vidal Nuno could join the team's 40-man roster. This does not mean much for Eovaldi's timetable. He's now not eligible to come off the disabled list until […]

Jake Faria Could Be Out Until August

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Jacob Faria (oblique) will likely be out at least 6-8 weeks, according to manager Kevin Cash. It sounds like the Rays don't realistically expect Faria back until August. He suffered an obilque strain during his start against the Red Sox on Tuesday. Faria has some ugly stats at first glance, […]

Gary Sanchez is Out on Wednesday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez (calf) is not in the starting lineup against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. Sanchez left Tuesday's game with a calf cramp. The Yankees have a day off on Thursday, but Sanchez should be ready to return by Friday. Austin Romine will handle the duties behind the plate on Wednesday.

Yoenis Cespedes is Traveling with Mets For Road Trip

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (hip) will travel with the team for the upcoming road trip. However, the Mets have not released a timetable for Cespedes' return. Cespedes and Todd Frazier (hamstring) will travel with the team so the trainers can continue to work with them. It sounds like neither player will be back […]

Anthony Swarzak Nearing Rehab Assignment

New York Mets relief pitcher Anthony Swarzak (oblique) is nearing a rehab assignment, according to manager Mickey Callaway. He's been on the disabled list since April 1 due to a strained left oblique. Swarzak suffered a setback a few weeks later, so that has slowed down the process. He should be ready in roughly a […]

Joe Panik Took Batting Practice on Tuesday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) took batting practice for the first time on Tuesday since being placed on the disabled list April 28. Panik told reporters that he had no limitations with his swing and was able to grip the bat strongly and without any issues. There is a good chance that […]

Jeimer Candelario Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Wednesday

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario (wrist) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday. He is expected to play at least three games before returning to the active roster. He landed on the disabled list May 14 due to tendinitis in his left wrist. It's an issue that continues to […]

Dustin Pedroia Won't Play in Rehab Game on Tuesday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will not play in Tuesday's contest with Triple-A Pawtucket. He was expected to play in rehab games on Tuesday and Wednesday before being re-evaluated. Pedroia is sitting out on Tuesday due to light rain, so it's unclear if that will mess up the timetable for his return. […]

Ervin Santana Will Throw 60 Pitches in Rehab Start

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) will throw 60 pitches in his first minor league rehab start on Wednesday. He had his scheduled start with Double-A Chattanooga rained out, so the team pushed it back to Wednesday. Santana will move onto a 75-pitch outing May 28 at Triple-A Rochester. There could be one more […]

Trevor May Will Work Five Innings on Tuesday

Minnesota Twins pitcher Trevor May (elbow) is expected to throw five innings during a rehab start on Tuesday with Triple-A Rochester. He will throw six innings on Sunday with the same club, and could return from the 60-day disabled list after that. It's unclear whether or not the Twins plan to use May as a […]

Yonny Chirinos Will Begin Rehab Assignment on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos (forearm) is expected to begin his rehab assignment on Thursday. He resumed throwing bullpen sessions on Friday, so he's getting closer to a return. Chirinos wants to return by early June, but that is only going to happen if everything goes as planned. He's been out since late April […]