Jurickson Profar Homers, Continues Offensive Surge

San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Profar blasted a two-run shot off Shota Imanaga in the eighth inning to put the Padres on the scoreboard and tie the game 2-2. His home run traveled 385 feet with an exit velocity […]

Kutter Crawford Strikes Out Six, Produces Another Quality Start

Boston Red Sox right-hander Kutter Crawford allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six across six innings in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves. He did not factor into the decision. Crawford pitched well most of the game and earned his fifth quality start of the season. His only […]

Jarred Kelenic Launches First Home Run Of The Season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jarred Kelenic went 2-for-2 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox. He blasted a two-run shot off Kutter Crawford in the bottom of the third inning to give the Braves a 2-0 lead. Kelenic's homer traveled 368 feet with an exit velocity of 97 mph. […]

Trevor Williams Strikes Out Eight, Picks Up Fourth Win

Washington Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams (4-0) allowed two hits while striking out eight across five scoreless innings in Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Williams picked up his fourth win of the season. The 32-year-old threw 77 pitches, landing 53 for strikes. He struck out a season-high eight batters and has not allowed a […]

Week 7 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include: Andy Pages, Christian Scott, Tyler Nevin, Brent Rooker, Yennier Cano, Kyle Manzardo

Hey RotoBallers, welcome back to another edition of fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings for Week 7 (May 6 - May 12) of the 2024 MLB season. Injuries continue to pile up as Philadelphia Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner is out for at least six weeks with a hamstring injury, while the Dodgers placed Evan Phillips on the 15-day […]

Max Muncy Blasts Three Home Runs On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy went 4-for-5 with three home runs and four RBI in Saturday's 11-2 win over the Atlanta Braves. The 33-year-old blasted a two-run shot off Bryce Elder in the second inning for his first homer of the game. He took Tyler Matzek deep in the seventh inning for his second […]

Esteury Ruiz Sustains Wrist Injury On Saturday

Oakland A's outfielder Esteury Ruiz (wrist) exited Saturday's game against the Miami Marlins after injuring his wrist while diving for a hit in the sixth inning. He left the game with the trainers and was replaced by Seth Brown. Ruiz is considered day-to-day and will undergo further evaluation on his injured wrist. The 25-year-old went […]

George Kirby Undergoes MRI On Knee, Optimistic To Make Next Start

Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby (knee) had an MRI on his right knee on Saturday as a precaution. Mariners manager Scott Servais is optimistic Kirby won't miss any time and will make his next start Thursday against the Minnesota Twins. The 26-year-old was pulled from Friday's outing against the Houston Astros after just 88 pitches. […]

Christian Scott Stellar In Mets Debut

New York Mets top pitching prospect Christian Scott allowed one run on five hits and a walk while striking out six over 6 2/3 innings in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. He did not factor into the decision. Scott was promoted to majors on Saturday after posting a 3.20 ERA, 0.72 WHIP, […]

John Means Throws Seven Scoreless Innings In Season Debut

Baltimore Orioles left-hander John Means (1-0) allowed three hits and no walks while striking out eight over seven scoreless innings in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Means started the season on the injured list after having a setback on his surgically repaired left elbow. Means picked up his first victory of the season. […]

Dylan Carlson Set To Return Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Pedro Pagés will be optioned to Memphis as the corresponding move. Carlson recently completed a rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis and is set to make his season debut on […]

Yennier Cano Notches First Save Of The Season

Baltimore Orioles reliever Yennier Cano allowed a walk while striking out one over 2/3 innings in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Craig Kimbrel entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. Kimbrel was pulled from the save situation after he allowed one run on two hits and one walk […]

Steven Kwan Will Undergo An MRI On Injured Hamstring Sunday

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan (hamstring) will undergo an MRI on Sunday. Kwan initially injured his hamstring during Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels while trying to make a play in the outfield. "A hamstring is always concerning, especially with my history," said Kwan. "It's not something to be optimistic about." The Guardians will […]

Logan O'Hoppe Removed From Saturday's Game With Hand Contusion

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe (hand) was removed from Saturday's game against the Cleveland Guardians with a right-hand contusion. The 24-year-old took a foul tip off his right hand during the fourth inning. He initially stayed in the game before being replaced in the bottom of the fifth inning. O'Hoppe went 0-for-2 with a […]

Wyatt Langford Exits Early With Hamstring Tightness

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (hamstring) was removed from Saturday's game against the Kansas City Royals in the fifth inning due to right hamstring tightness. He slowed up while trying to run out a tapper in front of home plate. The Rangers rookie went 0-for-3 before being replaced by Travis Jankowski in the fifth inning. […]

Alec Bohm Removed From Saturday's Game With Hip Tightness

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Alec Bohm (hip) was removed from Saturday's game against the San Francisco Giants with right hip tightness. The Phillies announced that the move was precautionary. The 27-year-old went 1-for-1 with an RBI, an HBP, and two runs scored before being removed. He extended his hitting streak to 17 games. It's worth noting […]

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups: Jo Adell, Joey Loperfido, Jordan Beck, Tyler Black, Jack Flaherty, Christian Scott

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our mid-week fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings list for Week 6 -- April 28 through May 5 -- to help you stay on top of the waiver wire, especially in leagues that allow daily moves. Top prospects such as Joey Loperfido, Tyler Black, Jordan Beck, Christian Scott, and Pete Crow-Armstrong have […]

Week 6 Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Wilyer Abreu, Hector Neris, Andy Pages, Joey Loperfido, more

Howdy RotoBallers, welcome back to another edition of fantasy baseball waiver wire rankings for Week 6 (April 29 - May 5) of the 2024 MLB season. Injuries continue to pile up as Zac Gallen, Tyler Glasnow, Yandy Diaz, and Oneil Cruz are day-to-day with injuries. Reinforcements are on the way as Bryan Woo, Josh Lowe, Jhoan Duran, […]

Jose Siri Removed From Saturday's Game For Lack Of Hustle

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jose Siri was removed from Saturday's game against the Chicago White Sox in the third inning due to lack of hustle. According to Rays manager Kevin Cash, Siri was pulled out of the game because he disliked how he went after an Eloy Jimenez double in the second inning. Niko Goodrum […]

Jon Berti Set For Rehab Assignment On Sunday

New York Yankees utility player Jon Berti (groin) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset on Sunday. Berti was placed on the injured list two weeks ago with a left groin strain. The 34-year-old will begin a rehab assignment on Sunday and could be activated from the injured list as soon as next week. […]

Alec Bohm Homers, Extends Hitting Streak To 11 Games

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Alec Bohm went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI during Saturday's 5-1 win over the San Diego Padres. Bohm extended his hitting streak to 11 games with a two-run shot off Padres right-hander Dylan Cease during the top of the first inning. He added a two-run single in the fifth […]

Ranger Suarez's Scoreless Streak Ends, Improves To 5-0

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez (5-0) allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out eight over eight innings in Saturday's 5-1 win over the San Diego Padres. Suarez was brilliant on Saturday and picked up his fifth win of the season. The 28-year-old's scoreless inning streak ended 32 2/3 frames after […]

Tyler Stephenson Fine After HBP

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (hand) was removed from Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers for precautionary reasons. Stephenson was hit in the right hand by a pitch and replaced in the game by Luke Maile. The 27-year-old went 1-for-2 with a run scored before being removed. According to Reds manager David Bell, the removal […]

Andrew Benintendi Homers Twice, Collects Six RBI On Saturday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi went 3-for-5 with two home runs and six RBI during Saturday's 8-7 extra-inning win over the Tampa Bay Rays. Benintendi blasted a three-run homer in the bottom of the fourth inning to tie the game 3-3. He later logged an RBI single in the bottom of the sixth inning […]

Matt Brash Shut Down After Setback

Seattle Mariners right-hander Matt Brash (elbow) has been shut down after having a setback with his right elbow while playing catch Friday. He will head to Dallas to see Dr. Meister to evaluate his injured elbow further. Mariners general manager Justin Hollander said he is "concerned" about the latest setback for Brash. The 25-year-old is […]

Jordan Wicks Won't Start Sunday Due To Forearm Tightness

Chicago Cubs left-hander Jordan Wicks (forearm) will not start in Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox due to left forearm tightness. Wicks picked up the injury after his last start between Saturday and his previous start on Tuesday. The 24-year-old is considered day-to-day and will miss at least one start. Hayden Wesneski will replace […]

Ceddanne Rafaela Drives In Seven Runs On Saturday

Boston Red Sox infielder Ceddanne Rafaela went 4-for-4 with a home run, seven RBI, and a stolen base in Saturday's 17-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Rafaela had a career performance on Saturday by driving in seven runs in Saturday's rout over Chicago. The 23-year-old had a sacrifice fly for his first RBI of the […]

Paul Sewald's Rehab Slowed Due To Soreness

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Paul Sewald (oblique) will have his rehab slowed a bit due to soreness. He was scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Saturday but was scrapped after feeling soreness during a rehab stint with Triple-A Reno. The 33-year-old has been sidelined all season with a strained left oblique. He was on track […]

Spencer Rattler Falls To The Saints In Round Five

The New Orleans Saints selected South Carolina quarterback Spencer Rattler with the No. 150 pick in the fifth round on Saturday of the 2024 NFL Draft. The drought is over as a new quarterback record of 138 picks between selections of Bo Nix (12th overall) and Rattler. The 23-year-old slipped further in drafts than anticipated […]

Vikings, Jets Swap First-Round Draft Picks

The Minnesota Vikings are trading with the New York Jets from the No. 11 to the No. 10 spot in the 2024 NFL Draft. The Vikings get a 2024 first-round (No. 10) selection and a 2024 sixth-round pick, while the Jets receive a 2024 first-round pick (No. 11), 2024 fourth-round, and 2024 fifth-round pick. With […]