Jason Heyward Removed from Game after Fouling Ball off Groin

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward was removed from the team's game on Saturday after fouling a ball of his groin. There's no word on if the injury is serious but an update is expected at the conclusion of the contest. Albert Almora replaced Heyward in center and would look to see more starts if the... Read More

Yadier Molina Sits on Saturday with "Stinger"

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina was out of the lineup on Saturday with what manager Mike Matheny describes as a shoulder "stinger". He's listed as day-to-day but is reportedly able to pinch-hit if necessary. Molina's injury seems fairly minor and he should be back in the lineup in the next couple of games. Francisco... Read More

Twins Release Chris Carter

The Minnesota Twins have released first baseman Chris Carter. Carter had yet to appear in a major league game in 2018, however was hitting .187 with seven home runs and 15 RBI at the minor league level. Carter has always been known for his power, he has 158 career home runs including 48 in 2016.... Read More

Ryan Braun Scratched With Right Side Tightness

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun was scratched prior to the team's game on Saturday with what is being described as right side tightness. He's considered day to day and there's no word on how serious the injury is. Hernan Perez started for him in left. Braun is hitting just .236 with 10 home runs, 35... Read More

Adam Eaton Swipes First Base of 2018

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton put together a strong performance on Friday against the Marlins, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and stolen base. The stolen base marked his first of the season. Eaton had double-digit stolen bases from 2014-2016. If he can stay healthy, there's no reason he can't reach that mark in 2018. Eaton... Read More

Mark Reynolds Hits Walk-Off Home Run on Friday

Washington Nationals first baseman Mark Reynolds hit a walk-off solo home run in the bottom of the ninth inning on Friday to lead his team to victory. Reynolds has seen sporadic playing time in 2018, appearing in just 36 games and not starting since July 3. That being said, he has shown his obvious power... Read More

Starlin Castro Increases Trade Value on Friday

Miami Marlins second baseman Starlin Castro went 2-for-5 on Friday with an RBI and a run scored. He's now hitting .297 with five home runs, 32 RBI and four stolen bases over 89 games in 2018. He's one of the few veterans on a young Marlins team and is coming off of an All-Star season,... Read More

Kyle Barraclough Blows Save on Friday

Miami Marlins closer Kyle Barraclough allowed a walk-off solo home run to Mark Reynolds in the bottom of the ninth inning on Friday, blowing the save and taking his third loss of the season. The Marlins closer still holds a sterling 1.41 ERA and a 42/19 K/BB ratio. Barraclough has been the talk of trade... Read More

Garrett Cooper Shines in First Game Off Disabled List

After being activated prior to the team's game on Friday, Miami Marlins outfielder Garrett Cooper went 2-for-3 with a walk against the Nationals, raising his season average to .300. Cooper has yet to hit a home run in 18 major league games, however, he had 46 during his time in the minor leagues, including 17... Read More

Stephen Strasburg to Make Rehab Start on Tuesday

Washington Nationals starter Stephen Strasburg (shoulder) is poised to make a rehab start on Tuesday with a following start "possible." Strasburg has been on the disabled list since early June with a shoulder injury. Prior to going down, the former All-Star held a 6-6 record with a 3.46 ERA and a 95/19 K/BB ratio. He should... Read More

Tim Anderson Sitting on Friday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson is sitting on Friday after being hit with a pitch on his forearm on Thursday. There's no word on if the injury is serious, however, he has yet to be placed on the disabled list. He's being replaced by Leury Garcia, who is batting eighth. Garcia has hit .280... Read More

Brent Suter Placed on Disabled List with Forearm Injury

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brent Suter has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a forearm injury. There's no word on exactly how severe the injury is. Aaron Wilkerson was called up and will take at least his next start in the rotation. Wilkerson made two starts in 2017, compiling a 1-0 record with... Read More

Luis Sardinas Activated Off DL, Optioned to Triple-A

The Baltimore Orioles have activated shortstop Luis Sardinas (ankle, back) off of the disabled list and optioned him to Triple-A. Sardinas has only appeared in eight games in 2018 as he dealt with back and ankle injuries, hitting .200 with one home run and one RBI. Sardinas has no value at the moment but has shown... Read More

Dylan Bundy Activated from Disabled List, Starting Friday

The Baltimore Orioles have activated Dylan Bundy (ankle) from the disabled list and he will start against the Twins on Friday. Bundy was on the DL with a ankle injury but only missed one turn in the rotation. Bundy holds a 6-7 record with a 3.75 ERA and a 108/29 K/BB ratio. While the Orioles have... Read More

Jenrry Mejia Reinstated for 2019 Season

Former New York Mets reliever Jenrry Mejia has had his lifetime ban from baseball lifted and will be reinstated for the 2019 season. The Mets still hold his rights, but there has been no indication if they will retain them. Mejia hasn't pitched in the majors since the 2015 season, however, he does hold a... Read More

Austin Romine Returns to Lineup on Friday

New York Yankees catcher Austin Romine (hamstring) is in the lineup and batting eighth against the Blue Jays on Friday. Romine has been out of the lineup with a hamstring injury, but after pinch hitting on Monday, he's ready to go. Romine is hitting .271 with four home runs and 20 RBI in 2018. He should... Read More

Rays Recall Adam Kolarek

The Tampa Bay Rays have recalled reliever Adam Kolarek from Triple-A. Jeremy Hazelbaker has been designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Kolarek has put together a strong 2018, pitching to a 1.70 ERA and a 50/10 K/BB ratio over 29 games. He'll work in a middle-relief role for now, but Kolarek could be a... Read More

Daniel Murphy Out of Lineup on Friday

Washington Nationals second baseman Daniel Murphy is out of the lineup on Friday for a routine day of rest. He'll be replaced by Wilmer Difo, who is batting seventh. Difo is hitting .245 with three home runs and 22 RBI on the season. He is not a recommended streamer on Friday.

Mariners Sign GM Jerry Dipoto to Extension

The Seattle Mariners have announced an extension for general manager Jerry Dipoto. The amount of time hasn't been revealed, however, it should likely extend his tenure until at least 2020. Dipoto has helped this Mariners team into playoff contention with the numerous amount of trades he has made. Seattle is hopeful that Dipoto's work will... Read More

Indians Acquire James Hoyt

The Cleveland Indians have acquired relief pitcher James Hoyt from the Houston Astros for minor leaguer Tommy DeJuneas. Hoyt holds a career 4.40 ERA over 66 games. He has appeared in just one game in 2018, throwing 1/3 scoreless innings. The Indians are desperate for bullpen help, so perhaps Hoyt could be a factor somewhere... Read More

Phil Hughes and Kirby Yates Return for Padres

The San Diego Padres have activated Phil Hughes off of the disabled list and reinstated Kirby Yates from paternity leave. Kazuhisa Makita and Robert Stock were sent to Triple-A in corresponding moves. Hughes has pitched to a disappointing 6.23 ERA since coming to the Padres and holds no fantasy value. Yates, on the other hand,... Read More

Carlos Carrasco Activated From DL, Starting Friday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow) has been activated from the disabled list and will start for the team against the Athletics on Friday. Carrasco has been sidelined for three weeks with a elbow injury. On the season, the Indians pitcher has an 8-5 record with a 4.24 ERA and a 96/22 K/BB ratio. Carrasco... Read More

Jerry Blevins Placed on Bereavement List

New York Mets relief pitcher Jerry Blevins has been placed on the bereavement list due to the death of his grandmother. Paul Sewald was called up to the major leagues to take Blevins' place, as he'll be away from the team for a few days. Sewald holds no fantasy value.

Edubray Ramos Returns from Shoulder Injury

The Philadelphia Phillies have activated reliever Edubray Ramos (shoulder) from the disabled list. Ramos was dealing with a shoulder injury but only ended up missing the minimum amount of games. On the season, Ramos has pitched to an impressive 1.24 ERA and a 32/11 K/BB ratio. For now, Ramos will function as the setup man, capping... Read More

Evan Phillips Recalled from Triple-A

With Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (finger) going on the disabled list, the Braves have recalled reliever Evan Phillips from Triple-A. Phillips holds a 7.71 ERA over just 2 1/3 major league innings in 2018 and could be ignored in fantasy circles for the time being.

Max Fried Placed on Disabled List with Blister

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried has been placed on the disabled list with a blister on his left middle finger. Fried left his start early on Thursday and now the reasoning is made clear. Fried has pitched to a 1-3 record with a 3.92 ERA and 25/13 K/BB ratio in 2018, making him a... Read More

Teams "Aren't Close" to Making Manny Machado Trade

Despite the widespread interest, no team has reportedly offered a package suitable to the Orioles for Manny Machado. Machado is undoubtedly the best player available as the trade deadline nears, however, the Orioles aren't going to give him away for free. For now, it appears as if no team is really close in a deal... Read More

Kris Bryant Able to Hit in Batting Cage on Friday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) was able to hit successfully in the batting cage on Friday. He has been on the disabled list with a shoulder injury with his return being pushed back due to a setback. President Theo Epstein confirmed that a rehab assignment is possible for the former MVP. For now, there's... Read More

Bud Norris Dealing with Finger Injury

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris injured his index finger on Wednesday and was held out of Thursday's game for precautionary reasons. Norris' finger will be evaluated on Friday to determine whether he will need a stint on the disabled list. If Norris were to go on the shelf, Jordan Hicks would assume the role... Read More

Twins Acquire Jon Kemmer

The Minnesota Twins have acquired first baseman/outfielder Jon Kemmer from the Houston Astros for cash considerations. Kemmer has looked solid this season, hitting .254 with 13 home runs and 44 RBI. For his entire minor league career, he has a .281 batting average with 85 home runs and 301 RBI over 543 games. Kemmer, however,... Read More