Michael Wacha Efficient In No-Decision Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Michael Wacha allowed three earned runs on six hits while striking out two across five innings during Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Orioles. He did not factor into the decision. The 30-year-old was efficient on Wednesday, needing only 58 pitches to complete five innings. He didn't walk anyone but did yield […]

Randy Arozarena Homers Twice On Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 3-for-5 with two solo home runs in Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Orioles. He took Orioles pitcher Alexander Wells deep in the first inning and then again in the fifth frame. The 2020 ALCS MVP has now homered three times over his last eight at-bats. Arozarena continues to […]

Yermin Mercedes Retires From Baseball

Chicago White Sox designated hitter Yermin Mercedes announced on his personal Instagram that he's retiring from baseball. "I am stepping away from baseball for a while, and it's over." If this is the end of his career, the 28-year-old finished his career slashing .271/.328/.404 with seven home runs, 37 RBI, and 26 runs scored across […]

Danny Santana Exits Wednesday’s Game Early

Boston Red Sox infielder Danny Santana (groin) was removed from Wednesday's game with left groin tightness. He fell hard while diving for a ball in left field. The 30-year-old went 0-for-4 before exiting. Santana was activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday after dealing with a left quad strain. The severity of his groin […]

Josh Rojas Dislocates Finger In Wednesday’s Win

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Josh Rojas (finger) dislocated the pinkie finger on his left hand in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Pirates. He dislocated his finger on a head-first slide towards second base. He went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, and a run scored before exiting. The severity of his injury is unknown at this […]

Brad Boxberger Should Be Available Wednesday

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brad Boxberger (shoulder) should be available out of the Brewers bullpen for Wednesday's game against the Royals. The 33-year-old hasn't pitched since Saturday due to right shoulder discomfort. He threw a bullpen session on Tuesday and came out "A-OK." Boxberger owns a 3.03 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 48 strikeouts across 38 2/3 […]

Justin Turner Not Expected To Play Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he "will stay away" from third baseman Justin Turner (knee) in Wednesday's game against the Giants. Turner was removed from Tuesday's contest after being hit by a pitch on the left knee. The 36-year-old remained in the game for a few innings before exiting with a left knee […]

Keynan Middleton Opening Wednesday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Keynan Middleton will start Wednesday's game against the Rockies. He will make his first major league career start while serving as an opener in Wednesday's game against the Rockies. The 27-year-old owns a 3.75 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, and a 16:11 K: BB across 24 innings in 2021. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect Middleton […]

Francisco Mejia Drives In Career-High Five Runs

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Francisco Mejia went 2-for-4 with a triple, a home run, two runs scored, and five RBI in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Orioles. He belted a two-run shot off Orioles pitcher John Means in the fourth frame and later smacked a three-run triple off Shaun Anderson in the eighth inning. The […]

Mike Zunino Out Of The Lineup Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino (hip) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles. He will miss his second straight contest due to hip tightness. The 30-year-old remains day-to-day. Zunino is a target for fantasy managers looking for a power-hitting catcher as he's second among all backstops in the majors with […]

Yandy Diaz Remains Out Of The Lineup Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Diaz (neck) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles. He will miss his second straight contest after being late scratched ahead of Tuesday's game with neck spasms. The 29-year-old has been a solid option in OBP formats after slashing 252/.372/.342 over 80 games. Diaz remains day-to-day, […]

Randy Arozarena Blasts Solo Shot In Win Over Orioles

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 2-for-4 with a double, a solo home run, and an additional run scored during Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Orioles. He took John Means deep in the third frame for his 11th long ball of the season. It was his first homer since June 17. The 2020 ALCS […]

Carlos Carrasco Lit Up In Tuesday’s Rehab Start

New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (hamstring) allowed five earned runs on three hits and three walks while striking out one across 1 2/3 innings during his rehab start with Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday. He gave up three hits, all home runs, and was removed from the game after 41 pitches. The 34-year-old was […]

Kris Bryant Removed From Tuesday’s Game

Chicago Cubs' third baseman Kris Bryant was removed from Tuesday's game against the Cardinals during the fifth inning. No reason was given as to why Bryant was pulled from the contest. He went 0-for-1 with a run scored before exiting. The 29-year-old has been the subject of many trade rumors recently, but Bryant did also […]

Chris Sale Strikes Out Six In Tuesday’s Rehab Start

Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) allowed one walk and no hits while striking out six across 3 2/3 scoreless innings during Tuesday's rehab start with Double-A Portland. The southpaw was impressive in his second rehab start on Tuesday. Sale threw 49 pitches, firing 34 for strikes. The Red Sox ace hit 98 mph […]

Dodgers Unsure When Corey Seager Will Be Activated

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he's "not sure" when shortstop Corey Seager (hand) will be activated. "There are a lot of moving parts, but ultimately we are not there yet." Roberts indicated on Monday that Seager could be activated from the 10-day injured list as soon as Wednesday. The 27-year-old has been sidelined […]

Rockies Engaged With Multiple Teams On Trevor Story

The Colorado Rockies are reportedly "engaged" with multiple teams about a potential deal for star shortstop Trevor Story. According to sources, "six to eight teams have "engaged" the Rockies about a trade for the two-time all-star shortstop, but declined to reveal which teams those are." Story is an impending free agent and is unlikely to […]

Evan Engram Entering Final Year Of Rookie Deal

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram finished as the TE18 in 2020 despite being targeted 109 times. The 26-year-old was fourth among all tight ends in targets and had 22% of the team's target share. He hauled in 63 receptions for 654 yards and one touchdown over 16 games last season. The former first-rounder […]

Carson Kelly Participates In Full BP Session On Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly (wrist) went through an entire pre-game batting practice session on Monday. He's been sidelined since June 19 with a fracture in his right wrist. The 27-year-old can throw and swing a bat now, which means he is closer to a return. Kelly will begin a rehab assignment soon and is […]

Randy Arozarena Drives In Lone Run In Loss To Orioles

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 2-for-4 with an RBI double and was caught stealing during Monday's 6-1 loss to the Orioles. He drove in Tampa Bay's only run of the game with an RBI double off Orioles starter Spenser Watkins in the bottom of the sixth inning. The 26-year-old is slashing .248/.330/.394 with […]

Ryan Yarbrough Surrenders Six Runs In Loss To Orioles

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (6-4) allowed six earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out five across five 2/3 innings during Monday's 6-1 loss to the Orioles. He was tagged with his fourth loss of the season. It was his first loss since April 30. The southpaw threw 108 pitches, […]

Jose Urquidy Throws Off Flat Ground Monday

Houston Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy (shoulder) began throwing off flat ground on Monday. He's been shut down from throwing since being placed on the 10-day injured list June 29. The 26-year-old will need to go on another rehab assignment, but the Astros have yet to announce when this will happen. Urquidy remains without a timetable […]

Yandy Diaz Exits Monday’s Game With Neck Spasms

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Diaz (neck) exited Monday's game against the Orioles due to neck spasms. He went 0-for-2 with a strikeout before leaving. The severity of Diaz's injury is unknown at this time, and he is considered day-to-day. The 29-year-old was replaced in the game by Vidal Brujan. Tampa Bay has now lost […]

Mike Zunino Exits Monday’s Game Early

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino (hip) exited Monday's contest against the Orioles early with left hip flexor tightness. He hurt his hip trying to throw Orioles outfielder Ryan Mountcastle out at second base during the bottom of the third inning. The 30-year-old went 0-for-1 before exiting. Zunino was replaced by Francisco Mejia and is considered […]

Mookie Betts Scratched From Monday’s Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) was scratched from Monday's starting lineup against the Giants due to right hip irritation. The Dodgers star outfielder's hip is still bothering him, and it will cost Betts at least one more game. He exited Saturday's win over the Rockies with hip irritation and was given Sunday off. […]

Pete Fairbanks Notches Fifth Save On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks allowed one hit while striking out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Sunday's 7-5 win over the Braves. He entered the game in the ninth inning and made things interesting by yielding a one-out single to Ozzie Albies. The Rays right-hander bounced back and struck […]

Rich Hill Lasts Four Innings On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Rich Hill allowed three earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four across four innings during Sunday's 7-5 win over the Braves. He did not factor into the decision and is winless over his last four starts. Hill yielded three runs on Sunday, including RBI doubles to […]

Yandy Diaz Crushes Two-Run Homer In Win Over Braves

Tampa Bay Rays' third baseman Yandy Diaz went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer during Sunday's 7-5 win over the Braves. He blasted a two-run shot off Luke Jackson in the seventh inning to extend the Rays lead to three runs. It was his fifth long ball of the season. He continues to wield a hot […]

Wander Franco Hits Third Career Homer Sunday Vs. Atlanta

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, one walk, and two strikeouts during Sunday's 7-5 win over the Braves. He took Braves left-hander Drew Smyly deep in the sixth inning for his third long ball of the season. The Rays rookie phenom has struggled at the plate but has […]

Vidal Brujan Leading Off Sunday Against The Braves

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Vidal Brujan is starting at second base and leading off in Sunday's game against the Braves. This is excellent news for Brujan as he sat on the bench in four of the Rays' last five games. Brujan is hitting .100 (1-for-10) with an RBI since being called up on July 7. […]