Joey Loperfido Scratched on Friday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Joey Loperfido (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Friday's game against the Athletics. Loperfido was planning to play through the illness, but ultimately has decided to take the night off. Myles Straw will take over in center field and bat ninth versus right-hander Luis Severino on Friday. […]

Teoscar Hernandez Returning on Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (foot) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Hernandez is ready to play again after missing each of the last three games due to soreness in his left foot. Luckily, it was a minor issue that didn't require a trip to […]

Isaiah Jackson Signs Three-Year Extension

Indiana Pacers center Isaiah Jackson has signed a new deal with the organization on Friday. According to Shams Charania, Jackson has agreed to a three-year, $21 million deal with the Pacers. Jackson only appeared in five games last season before suffering a torn right Achilles tendon. Through four seasons, Jackson is averaging 7.2 points, 4.3 […]

Marvin Bagley III Joining the Wizards

The Washington Wizards have signed free-agent forward Marvin Bagley III to a one-year deal on Thursday, according to Shams Charania. Bagley has put together an underwhelming career since being drafted No. 2 overall by the Sacramento Kings in 2018. He has bounced around quite a bit during his career, including one and a half seasons […]

Herbert Jones Signing Extension with Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (shoulder) has signed a new deal with the organization on Thursday. According to Shams Charania, Jones has reached a three-year, $68 million extension with New Orleans. Jones will now be under contract for the next five years with a player option for the 2029-2030 season. He's currently rehabbing from […]

Jacob Toppin Returning to Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks have signed forward Jacob Toppin to a one-year, two-way contract on Thursday. Toppin is back with the Hawks after finishing out last season with the organization. Before that, Toppin played a minor role in the New York Knicks rotation. He averaged 0.4 points, 0.7 rebounds, and 0.2 assists across 3.1 minutes per […]

Dalton Knecht Avoids Serious Injury

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (calf) was forced to make an early exit from Thursday's summer league contest against the Dallas Mavericks. Knecht appeared to have suffered some sort of knee or leg injury late in the game. After further evaluation, Knecht was diagnosed with a right calf cramp. This appears to be a […]

Javon Small Signs Two-Way Deal

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard Javon Small to a two-way deal on Friday. Small was the No. 48 overall pick by Memphis during this year's draft. There is some upside here, but Small figures to spend a majority of his time in the G-League. He averaged 18.6 points, 5.6 assists, and 4.1 rebounds during […]

Astros List Probable Starters for Weekend Series

The Houston Astros have listed their probable starting pitchers for their upcoming weekend series against the Texas Rangers. The plan is for Lance McCullers Jr. to take the ball against Jack Leiter on Friday. McCullers is coming off a six inning outing where he allowed one earned run and struck out four batters in the […]

Eli Morgan Begins Rehab Assignment

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Eli Morgan (elbow) has started a rehab assignment with the Arizona Complex League on Thursday. Morgan will resume his rehab work after he suffered a setback in mid-June. The right-hander has been sidelined most of the season due to an elbow issue. Before going down, Morgan posted a 12.27 ERA, 2.04 […]

Bryan De La Cruz Remains Sidelined with Oblique Issue

New York Yankees outfielder Bryan De La Cruz (oblique) remained out of the starting lineup for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barres on Thursday. De La Cruz is currently on the 7-day injured list with an oblique issue. The hope is that he'll be able to return soon, but there is no clear timetable for his return. Since joining […]

Justin Slaten Not Currently Throwing

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Justin Slaten (shoulder) is currently not throwing, but is instead doing plyometric exercises. It appears the Red Sox have backed off the throwing program and are focusing on building strength in Slaten's shoulder. The right-hander has been sidelined since late May due to right shoulder inflammation. Slaten doesn't appear to […]

Nestor Cortes Throws Four Scoreless Innings

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Nestor Cortes (elbow) continued his rehab work with High-A Wisconsin on Thursday. The southpaw tossed four scoreless innings, allowing three hits, zero walks, and two strikeouts. Cortes only threw 54 pitches during this outing, but the Brewers don't want to push him too hard this early into rehabbing. Afterwards, Cortes said […]

Ryan Yarbrough Resumes Throwing

New York Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (oblique) resumed a throwing program on Wednesday, according to manager Aaron Boone. This is a step in the right direction for Yarbrough who has been sidelined since mid-June due to a right oblique strain. It seems likely that the Yankees are going to wait until after the All-Star break […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Hopeful to Throw This Weekend

New York Yankees relief pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. (leg) is hopeful to resume a throwing program this weekend, according to manager Aaron Boone. Leiter recently landed on the injured list due to a stress fracture in his leg. The Yankees haven't given much of a timetable for Leiter's return yet. The expectation is that he's […]

Erick Fedde Scheduled to Start on Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Erick Fedde will remain in the starting rotation for at least one more start. There were discussions that Fedde would be moved out of the rotation after allowing 17 earned runs over his last three starts. Despite that, the Cardinals will give Fedde another shot against the Atlanta Braves on […]

Jacob Wilson Missing Second Straight Game

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (hand) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Wilson suffered a left hand contusion when he was hit by a pitch during Tuesday's game. Now, Wilson will miss his second straight game on Thursday due to the issue. It doesn't look like the A's […]

Kyle Manzardo Activated, Playing on Thursday

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Kyle Manzardo (personal) has been reinstated from the family medical emergency list on Thursday. Manzardo missed the last three games while tending to a personal matter. He'll slide right back into the lineup as he bats cleanup and plays first base against right-hander Jonathan Cannon on Thursday. He hasn't been great […]

Kyle Stowers Taking a Seat

Miami Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Stowers will head to the bench for the first time since June 29. The left-handed slugger has been solid recently with at least one hit in 13 of his last 15 games. In his absence, Heriberto […]

Jesus Sanchez Absent on Wednesday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Sanchez will head to the bench for the first time since June 29. This appears to be a routine rest day for Sanchez who is hitting .321 over the last week. Dane Myers will cover right […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Playing on Wednesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (back) is returning to the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Athletics. Acuna was scratched from Tuesday's contest due to lower back tightness. Luckily, Acuna will only miss one game and is back in the leadoff spot and playing right field versus right-hander Mitch Spence on Wednesday. […]

Max Kepler Removed Early on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Max Kepler (shin) was forced to make an early exit from Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Kepler seemed fine until being pulled out for Johan Rojas in the eighth inning. It has been revealed that Kepler is dealing with a right shin contusion, so fantasy managers should consider him as […]

Jacob Wilson Remains Sidelined on Wednesday

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (hand) will take a seat ahead of Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. This doesn't come as a shock after Wilson was hit in the left hand by a pitch during Tuesday's game. It doesn't sound like Wilson suffered any serious injuries, but he'll likely undergo more testing. For now, fantasy […]

Edward Cabrera Has Multiple Suitors

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera is expected to have a fairly large trade market this summer. The Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, and reportedly other organizations are looking at acquiring Cabrera ahead of the trade deadline. The Marlins should be able to get a good return on Cabrera, assuming they're willing to move him. […]

Jorge Soler Gets Night off on Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers. This appears to be a routine rest day for Soler who has only four hits since returning from the injured list. The Angels will give him some extra rest in the hope that he turns […]

Keibert Ruiz Placed on 7-Day Concussion Injured List

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz (concussion) was activated off the injured list on Friday, but will head back on the shelf now. Ruiz has experienced renewed concussion symptoms which will land him on the 7-day injured list again. Hopefully, Ruiz will be back in the mix shortly after the All-Star break. In the meantime, Riley […]

Brandon Lowe Remains Out on Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe (side) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Detroit Tigers. This marks the second game in a row that Lowe has missed due to a left side injury. He was forced to exit Sunday's contest due to the issue and it's unclear if he'll […]

Ketel Marte Returning on Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte (groin) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Marte is back in the mix after being held out of Monday's contest due to right groin tightness. Luckily, it appears to be a minor issue with Marte batting second and covering second base […]

Brooks Baldwin Scratched on Tuesday

Chicago White Sox infielder/outfielder Brooks Baldwin (back) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Baldwin has been pulled out of the lineup due to lower back tightness. It's a shame because Baldwin has been hitting well lately with a five-game hitting streak coming into this contest. […]

Rhys Hoskins Likely Out Six Weeks

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins (thumb) was recently placed on the 10-day injured list after getting hurt over the weekend. Hoskins is reportedly dealing with a Grade 2 UCL thumb sprain, which is going to sideline him for quite a while. The expectation is that Hoskins is going to be out for at least […]