Carlos Martinez Will Throw Side Session

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez (thumb) will throw a side session Tuesday or Wednesday to determine whether he will pitch Friday against the Cubs. He exited Sunday's start against the Rockies early with a bruised right thumb after the 29-year-old sustained the injury in his lone at-bat. Martinez owns a 6.23 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, […]

Derek Holland Begins Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Derek Holland (shoulder) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday. He allowed one hit and one walk while striking out three across one inning during Tuesday's rehab assignment. The southpaw has been sidelined since early June with shoulder inflammation. He owns a 9.60 ERA, 2.07 WHIP, and a 20:9 K: […]

Ryan Tepera Expected To Be Activated Friday

Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Tepera (calf) threw live batting practice on Monday and is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Friday's game against the Cardinals. He's been sidelined since June 29 with a left calf strain. The 33-year-old owns a 3.35 ERA, 0.82 WHIP, and a 41:12 K: BB across […]

Mark Canha Slight Chance To Return This Weekend

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha (hip) will run and play catch on Tuesday. Depending on how he progresses, the 32-year-old has a "slight chance' to return for this weekend's series against the Rangers. He's been sidelined since June 25 with a right hip strain. Canha received platelet-rich plasma injections in both of his hips recently […]

Rich Hill Strikes Out Five In Short Outing On Monday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Rich Hill allowed one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out five across three 1/3 innings during Monday's 9-8 win over Cleveland. He did not factor into the decision. The southpaw threw three scoreless innings before surrendering an RBI single to Franmil Reyes in the fourth frame. […]

Yandy Diaz Blasts Solo Shot In Win Over Cleveland

Tampa Bay Rays' third baseman Yandy Diaz went 2-for-5 with a homer, two RBI, and two runs scored during Monday's 9-8 win over Cleveland. He took Bryan Shaw deep in the seventh inning for his fourth long ball of the season. The 29-year-old has now logged multi-hit efforts in back-to-back games. He is slashing .247/.372/.328 […]

Manuel Margot Dealing With Injured Left Hamstring

Tampa Rays outfielder Manuel Margot (hamstring) was removed from Monday's 9-8 win over Cleveland with a left hamstring injury. He sustained the injury while beating out an infield single in the ninth inning. "Not sure on the severity, but Margot is not the type of guy to come out of the game," said manager Kevin […]

Brandon Lowe Belts Grand Slam In Win Over Cleveland

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe went 1-for-3 with a grand slam and two runs scored during Monday's 9-8 win over Cleveland. With the bases loaded, Lowe took Logan Allen deep in the second inning for his 17th long ball of the season. He's now hitting .250 (5-for-20) with three homers and seven RBI […]

Erick Fedde Throws Bullpen Session, Plays Catch Monday

Washington Nationals pitcher Erick Fedde (oblique) threw a bullpen session and played catch on Monday. He's been sidelined since June 27 with an oblique strain. The 28-year-old is eligible to be activated from the 10-day injured list this week. There is currently no timetable for his return and he remains day-to-day. Fedde owns a 3.90 […]

Carlos Carrasco Participates In Fielding Drills

New York Mets pitcher Carlos Carrasco (hamstring) participated in fielding drills on Monday. He is slated to throw his first live batting practice later this week. The 34-year-old is trending in the right direction and could make his Mets debut by the end of July. He posted a 2.91 ERA with 82 strikeouts over 12 […]

Kyle Farmer Dealing With Minor Soreness

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Kyle Farmer is dealing with some "bumps and bruises" and was out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Royals. "Hopefully he can get those little minor things healed up and be back in there tomorrow," said manager David Bell. Farmer has struggled offensively, hitting .205 (9-for-44) with a homer, four […]

Jaylin Davis Sustains Hamstring Strain On Monday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Jaylin Davis (hamstring) exited Monday's loss to the Cardinals with a strained left hamstring. He will undergo an MRI on Tuesday to determine the severity of the injury. The 27-year-old went 0-for-3 before exiting. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the situation as an update will be provided once the MRI […]

Daniel Hudson Throws Another Bullpen Session Monday

Washington Nationals pitcher Daniel Hudson (elbow) threw a 21-pitch bullpen session on Monday. He's been sidelined since June 12 with right elbow inflammation. The 34-year-old has completed three bullpen sessions and is expected to begin a rehab assignment soon. Hudson owned a 2.59 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 35 strikeouts across 24 1/3 innings in 2021 before […]

Yasmani Grandal Exits Monday’s Game Early

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (leg) was removed from Monday's game against the Twins with an apparent leg injury. He was helped off the field after sustaining the injury on a check swing. The severity of his injury is unknown at this time and the White Sox catcher is considered day-to-day. Grandal went 0-for-2 […]

Ryan Yarbrough Earns Fifth Win Sunday

Tampa Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (5-3) allowed one earned run on four hits while striking out five across five innings to earn the win during Sunday's 5-1 victory over the Blue Jays. He was terrific on Sunday, limiting a loaded Blue Jays offense to four hits without issuing a walk. The southpaw's lone mistake was […]

Austin Meadows Doubles Three Times In Win Over Toronto

Tampa Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 3-for-4 with three doubles and two RBI during Sunday's 5-1 win over the Blue Jays. He doubled three times on Sunday and now has 40 extra-base hits on the season. Despite the low batting average, Meadows continues to produce for fantasy managers this season. The 26-year-old is slashing .242/.331/.491 […]

Wander Franco Blasts Solo Shot In Win Over Blue Jays

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco went 2-for-4 with one double and a solo home run during Sunday's 5-1 win over the Blue Jays. He took Robbie Ray deep in the sixth inning for his second long ball of the season. It was his first home run since making his MLB debut on June 22. […]

Manuel Margot Homers In Loss To Blue Jays

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jays. He took Ross Stripling deep in the fourth inning for his ninth long ball of the season. Margot has now recorded at least one hit in six of his last nine contests. The 26-year-old […]

Shane McClanahan Tagged With The Loss Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (3-3) allowed three runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks while striking out five across five 1/3 innings during Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jays. He was tagged with his third loss of the season. The southpaw surrendered a solo home run to George Springer in […]

Evan Longoria Expected To Return Right After The All-Star Break

San Francisco Giants' third baseman Evan Longoria (shoulder) could return around the third week of July. He's been sidelined since June 5 with a left shoulder sprain. The 35-year-old took dry swings and played catch on Friday. The player known as "Longo" was impressive before landing on the 10-day injured list, slashing .280/.376/.516 with nine […]

Tommy La Stella Could Begin Rehab Assignment Soon

San Francisco Giants' second baseman Tommy La Stella (hand/hamstring) could begin a rehab assignment during the All-Star break. He's been sidelined since the beginning of May with a left hamstring strain. The 32-year-old also sustained a small fracture in his throwing hand during a rehab assignment in late June. Barring any setbacks, La Stella could […]

Niko Goodrum Begins Rehab Assignment Saturday

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (finger) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Saturday. He was placed on the 10-day injured list with a sprained left index finger. The 29-year-old is trending in the right direction towards returning to the Tigers. Goodrum is slashing .216/.297/.330 with five homers, 17 RBI, 27 runs scored, […]

Jazz Chisholm Tweaks Ankle In Saturday’s Win

Miami Marlins' second baseman Jazz Chisholm (ankle) was removed from Saturday's 3-2 win over the Braves in the seventh inning after tweaking his ankle. He went 1-for-3 with an RBI, one run scored, and a walk before exiting. The severity of his ankle is unknown at this time and Chisholm is considered day-to-day. He's slashing […]

Francisco Mejia Doubles Twice, Scores Lone Run In Friday’s Loss

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Francisco Mejia went 2-for-3 with two doubles and a run scored during Friday's 11-1 loss to the Blue Jays. The Rays catcher doubled twice on Friday and recorded his eighth multi-hit effort of the season. He's starting to heat up and has now logged at least one hit in four of […]

Luis Patino Sent Down After Friday’s Start

Tampa Rays pitcher Luis Patino was optioned to Triple-Durham on Friday. He started in Friday's game against the Blue Jays and was tagged with his second loss of the season. The 21-year-old allowed seven runs (five earned) on seven hits and one walk while striking out five across five 1/3 innings in Friday's 11-1 loss […]

Taylor Walls Reinstated From The 10-Day Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls (wrist) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday. He's been sidelined since June 24 with wrist tendinitis. The Rays called up top prospect shortstop Wander Franco last week, who can play multiple positions, Walls is expected to see the bulk of his playing time at the six. The […]

Emilio Pagan Dealing With Neck Tightness

San Diego Padres pitcher Emilio Pagan (neck) hasn't pitched since Tuesday due to neck tightness. He has a tight neck from sleeping on it. According to manager Jayce Tingler, Pagan could be available for Saturday's game against the Phillies. He owns a 3.51 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and a 41:10 K; BB across 33 1/3 innings […]

Stephen Strasburg Throws Bullpen Session Friday

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck) threw a 51 pitch bullpen session on Friday. He continues to ramp up his activity as the 32-year-old works his way back from a neck strain. The 2019 World Series MVP has been sidelined since June 2. Strasburg owns a 4.57 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and a 21:14 K: BB […]

Yankees-Mets Game Postponed Friday

Friday's game between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Sunday, July 4. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly and remove any players in this contest. Mets right-hander Taijuan Walker and Yankees left-hander […]

Justin Upton Could Return Sunday

Los Angeles outfielder Justin Upton (back) could return to the lineup as soon as Sunday, per manager Joe Maddon. The 33-year-old is eligible to come off the 10-day injured list on Saturday. He has been dealing with a lower back strain since June 22. Upton slashed .247/.336/.480 with 14 homers, 32 RBI, and 40 runs […]