Tony Gonsolin Strikes Out Eight In Stellar Performance

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin sprinkled three hits across 4 2/3 scoreless innings during Wednesday's 6-0 win over the San Diego Padres. He struck out eight batters while issuing a single walk. Gonsolin has not surrendered a run through 8 2/3 innings so far in 2020. It is unclear whether or not a full-time... Read More

Everson Griffen Signs With Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys signed free-agent defensive end Everson Griffen to a contract on Wednesday evening. Griffen had spent over a decade with the Minnesota Vikings and had multiple suitors during free agency. The veteran lineman has recorded 74.5 sacks across his past 77 games and adds an extra pass-rushing element to the Cowboys' defense. The... Read More

Nicklas Backstrom Exits Game 1 With Injury

Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom left in the second period of Wednesday's game versus the New York Islanders after taking a late hit from Anders Lee. Backstrom only played 7:21 in the contest. It is unclear how severe the injury is for the Swedish pivot, but if he has to miss any time, it will... Read More

Tyler Glasnow Looking To Rebound On Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays starter Tyler Glasnow will attempt to bounce back in his next projected start against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday. The 26-year-old was lit up for four runs on five hits in his last outing against the New York Yankees. Glasnow now owns a bloated 5.56 ERA through three appearances in 2020.... Read More

Lucas Giolito Will Look To Keep Rolling On Friday

Chicago White Sox starter Lucas Giolito will face the St. Louis Cardinals in his next projected start on Friday, assuming the game is not postponed due to COVID-19. Giolito will be hoping he can take the mound, as he has been terrific across his past three starts. Over his last 19 innings, Giolito has produced... Read More

Clayton Kershaw Sets Sights On Angels

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw will face the Los Angeles Angels on Friday in his next projected start. The veteran left-hander will be fresh from an extra day of rest, as Tony Gonsolin's Wednesday appearance pushed the Dodgers' rotation back a day. Kershaw is looking to make amends for his last appearance, where he... Read More

Jose Urquidy's Role Remains Unclear

Houston Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy (undisclosed) was scheduled to throw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday afternoon. According to team manager Dusty Baker, Urquidy's timeline to return from injury depends on the role he is going to serve with the team. The assumption is that he will return as a starter given the current lack... Read More

Aledmys Diaz Progressing Through Injury

Houston Astros infielder Aledmys Diaz (groin) has started taking batting practice again during his recovery from a groin strain. He is also going through running drills. The 30-year-old has been absent since Opening Day. It is unclear what role Diaz will fill once he returns to full health, but serving as the designated hitter may... Read More

Mike Trout Experiencing Power Surge At The Plate

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout was 1-for-2 with two RBI, a walk, and a solo home run during Wednesday's 8-4 loss to the Oakland Athletics. Trout has been destroying the baseball as of late, tallying eight homers across his past 15 games. The 29-year-old is now slashing .328/.377/.738 with 16 RBI on the season.... Read More

Joe Kelly's Suspension Reduced To Five Games

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly has had his suspension reduced from eight to five games following his appeal. This suspension stems from an incident with the Houston Astros back on July 28. The 32-year-old is currently sidelined with shoulder inflammation, so he will have to serve his time once he is back healthy. Kelly... Read More

Corey Seager Full Participant On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (back) was a full participant in baseball activities on Wednesday, although the 26-year-old remains out of Wednesday's lineup. Nevertheless, it is a positive sign for the infielder and suggests that he is close to returning. In his absence, Chris Taylor will fill in at shortstop and bat seventh. Taylor... Read More

John Carlson Returns For Wednesday's Game 1

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's Game 1 matchup with the New York Islanders. The 30-year-old did not suit up in any of the team's round-robin games. Carlson's return is a massive boost for the Capitals, as he led all NHL defenseman in scoring during the regular season with... Read More

Andrelton Simmons Nearing Return

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) could return to the lineup this weekend, according to manager Joe Maddon. Simmons has been sidelined since July 28 but is steadily progressing over the past few days. Maddon also mentioned that David Fletcher will continue to see regular playing time even when Simmons returns, but it is... Read More

Keone Kela To Be Activated On Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Keone Kela (COVID-19) will be activated off of the injured list before Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. The 27-year-old missed the first three weeks of the 2020 season due to a positive COVID-19 test. Kela is expected to take over the closer's role upon his return, which instantly boosts his fantasy... Read More

Andrew Kittredge Headed to 45-Day Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Andrew Kittredge has been diagnosed with a UCL sprain and was placed on the 45-day injured list on Wednesday afternoon. The 30-year-old left Tuesday's game in the first inning with discomfort in his throwing arm. Unfortunately, this type of injury is synonymous with Tommy John surgery, but it is unclear at... Read More

Donovan Solano Still Sidelined On Wednesday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Donovan Solano (abdomen) remains out of the team's starting lineup on Wednesday. Thankfully, the 32-year-old was not placed on the injured list. Solano is in the midst of a 15-game hitting streak, and he is slashing a robust .458/.476/.661 to begin the season with 15 RBI. In his absence, Mauricio... Read More

Nick Burdi Undergoing Plasma Treatment

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi is opting to undergo a platelet-rich plasma treatment on his right forearm to avoid having surgery, according to Jason Mackey of Post-Gazette Sports. Even if the procedure goes well, Burdi's 2020 season is still over. Keone Kela (COVID-19) will likely take over the team's closing role once he is activated... Read More

Trevor Cahill Activated, Starting Wednesday

San Francisco Giants starter Trevor Cahill (hand) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday morning, and he will make his 2020 debut on Wednesday night against the Houston Astros. The 32-year-old was dealing with a fingernail issue that cost him the first few weeks of the 2020 season. Cahill posted a 4-9 record... Read More

Bubba Starling Targeting Weekend Return

Kansas City Royals outfielder Bubba Starling (undisclosed) is currently working out at the team's alternate training site as he attempts to return from an unannounced ailment. The 28-year-old's absence is reportedly not linked to COVID-19. Lynn Worthy of the Kansas City star speculated that Starling could return to the team as early as Friday. Alas,... Read More

Reynaldo Lopez Throwing Simulated Game This Week

Chicago White Sox starter Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a simulated game at some point in the coming days. He has already thrown several bullpen sessions, so he may be able to return to the starting rotation if the simulated game goes well. The 26-year-old only recorded two outs in his season debut... Read More

C.J. Cron Will Eventually Require Knee Surgery

Detroit Tigers first baseman C.J. Cron told reporters on Wednesday that he will require surgery on his dislocated left knee at some point in the coming months. The 30-year-old remains on the injured list for the time being, and he is attempting to delay the procedure so he can return to the lineup this season.... Read More

Madison Bumgarner Resumes Throwing Program Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (back) is scheduled to play catch on Wednesday afternoon and throw a bullpen session on Thursday. The veteran left-hander is progressing quickly after suffering a back strain on Monday. Bumgarner has not fared well to start the 2020 season. He owns a 0-3 record to go along with a... Read More

JaCoby Jones Sitting Out On Wednesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox. It is just a regular rest day for the 28-year-old. Jones has been one of the biggest fantasy surprises of the early season, slashing .311/.380/.733 with five home runs and 12 RBI through 14 games. In... Read More

Yasmani Grandal Resting On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash with the Detroit Tigers. The 31-year-old has had an unassuming start to the 2020 season, so hopefully the rest revitalizes him. In his absence, James McCann will start behind the plate and bat fifth against Matthew Boyd and the Tigers.... Read More

Yoan Moncada Getting Day Off On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Tigers. White Sox manager Rick Renteria had mentioned that Moncada was dealing with some fatigue, so this is a planned day off. In his absence, Ryan Goins will start at third base and bat ninth against... Read More

Marcell Ozuna Blasts Three-Run Shot On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna was 2-for-5 with a three-run home run during Tuesday's 9-6 loss to the New York Yankees. The 29-year-old has had a productive start to the season with his new team, slashing .272/.329/.530 with four HRs, 11 RBI, and 11 runs scored. The main concern with Ozuna is his strikeout totals,... Read More

Tony Gonsolin Starting On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin will be called up to start Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres. His appearance will push Julio Urias's next start back to Thursday. Gonsolin was stellar back on July 31 during his first spot start of the season, giving up just one hit across four scoreless innings against... Read More

Ross Stripling Victimized By Throwing Errors Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Ross Stripling allowed six runs (two earned) on six hits across 4 2/3 innings of work during Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the San Diego Padres. He struck out four while walking two. Stripling was cruising until the third inning, when a pair of throwing errors gave way to a grand slam... Read More

Touki Toussaint Torched By Yankees On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves starter Touki Toussaint allowed six runs (five earned) on four hits across four innings of work during Tuesday's 9-6 loss to the New York Yankees. He struck out three batters while walking one. The majority of the damage came during the first inning when Luke Voit smacked a three-run blast. Toussaint now owns... Read More

Brayden Point Scores Twice In Game 1 Victory

Tampa Bay Lightning center Brayden Point scored once in regulation and added the overtime winner during Tuesday's five-overtime thriller against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Point managed to end the fourth-longest game in NHL playoff history with a wicked wrister to the top corner of the net. He finished the contest with nine shots on goal... Read More