Cubs Will Decide On Thursday If Yu Darvish Will Return

A decision will be made on Thursday about Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) and if he will return to the rotation this weekend versus the Twins. Darvish had a rehab start on Monday and played catch on Tuesday. Darvish will throw a bullpen session on Thursday and if everything goes well, the Cubs […]

Johnny Cueto Will Make Another Rehab Start Friday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) will make his second rehab start on Friday for Triple-A Sacramento. Cueto will throw 70 pitches in the outing. Cueto pitched great in his first rehab start and was off to a hot start with the Giants prior to landing on the disabled list. Cueto is expected […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Throws Bullpen Session Tuesday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (shoulder) threw another bullpen session on Tuesday. If Edwards feels well, the next step could be for him to pitch in a rehab game. Edwards remains a good source for holds and strikeouts.

Kris Bryant Sent To The Disabled List With Sore Shoulder

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) has been placed on the disabled list with a sore shoulder. Bryant has missed the past three games and his time on the disabled list will be retroactive to June 23. Ben Zobrist and Ian Happ will both get more at-bats with Bryant out and Tommy La Stella […]

Kris Bryant Remains Out On Tuesday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) will miss his fourth straight game on Tuesday versus the Dodgers. Bryant has been dealing with a sore shoulder, but isn’t expected to land on the disabled list. Second baseman Javier Baez will slide over to third base with Ben Zobrist starting at second base. The Cubs offense […]

Yu Darvish Does Not Feel 100 Percent

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) said he does not feel 100 percent in the triceps area. Darvish pitched well in his rehab start Monday, but it doesn’t seem like he will return this weekend as manager Joe Maddon mentioned earlier on Monday. Darvish will meet the Cubs in Los Angeles Tuesday to discuss […]

Yu Darvish Could Return This Weekend

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) could return this weekend if he feels well after Monday’s rehab start. Darvish had a nice start Monday and struck out five batters while allowing just one run on three hits and no walks. More should be known on if Darvish will pitch this weekend as the club […]

Kris Bryant Unlikely To Be Placed On The Disabled List

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said Monday that it's possible but unlikely that third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) will need a trip to the disabled list. Bryant will be sidelined for his third straight game on Monday. It’s good news for Bryant owners and it appears that he could return soon.

Tyler Chatwood Placed On Paternity List

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Tyler Chatwood has been placed on the paternity list on Monday. Chatwood’s wife recently gave birth and Chatwood is expected to be away from the team until Friday. Chatwood has escaped a lot of jams this season, but due to his high walk rate, Chatwood can be avoided for now outside […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Threw A Bullpen Session Sunday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Sunday. Edwards is likely to need one more bullpen session before he returns. Edwards remains a nice option for owners looking for holds and help with ratio categories.

Brandon Morrow Throws Bullpen Session Monday

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (back) will throw a bullpen session on Monday. Morrow is eligible to be activated on Wednesday, but it is unclear at this time if he will return then. The Cubs bullpen has struggled of late and could use the help of Morrow. There should be a clearer timetable on Morrow’s […]

Duane Underwood Will Start Monday

The Chicago Cubs have announced that Duane Underwood will start and make his major league debut Monday versus the Dodgers. Underwood is 3-7 with a 4.43 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 14 games (13 starts) for Triple-A Iowa. Underwood will face a tough Dodgers lineup and is likely to be sent down after tomorrow’s start.

Johnny Cueto Feels Good After Rehab Start

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) came out of Saturday's rehab start without pain and said he just wants to pitch one more rehab start. Cueto was excellent on Saturday and if everything goes well in his next rehab start, Cueto could return in early July.

Yu Darvish Will Make Rehab Start On Monday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) will make his first rehab start on Monday for Low-A South Bend. Darvish has missed around a month with a tricep issue, but has thrown a few bullpen sessions and has looked good in those. Darvish may need more than one rehab start, but it sounds like he […]

Ian Happ Makes Third Career Start At Third Base

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ will make his third career start at third base on Sunday. Third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) is sidelined for the second consecutive day with a sore shoulder. Happ is only hitting .180 over his last 61 at-bats, and faces Reds starting pitcher Sal Romano who owns a 0.60 ERA over […]

Johnny Cueto Has Strong Outing In Rehab Start

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) allowed one hit and struck out four over 3 2/3 innings in a rehab start for Triple-A Sacramento. Cueto also didn’t allow a run in the outing. The right-hander threw 48 pitches on Saturday and is expected to make at least two more rehab starts. Cueto was […]

Dylan Covey Exits Saturday’s Start Early

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Covey exited Saturday’s start with an unknown ailment. Covey exited after walking Matt Joyce to start the top of the fifth inning. More should be known on what type of injury occurred after Saturday’s game. Covey went four innings and allowed two hits, two runs, three walks and one […]

Jeff Samardzija Will Make Another Rehab Start On Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (shoulder) will make another rehab start on Tuesday for Triple-A Sacramento. Samardzija only went four innings in his previous rehab start, one in which he allowed four hits and two runs. The Giants want Samardzija to work more innings and if everything goes well, there is a possibility […]

Giants Demote Mac Williamson

The San Francisco Giants have demoted outfielder Mac Williamson to Triple-A Sacramento. Williamson has hit just .187 over his last 75 at-bats. Williamson was given everyday at-bats once he returned from the disabled list, but he didn’t make the most of his opportunity. Outfield prospect Austin Slater has been recalled to take the spot of […]

Austin Slater Promoted By Giants

San Francisco Giants outfield prospect Austin Slater has been promoted on Saturday. Slater is the team’s No. 4 prospect, according to MLB.com. The outfielder hit .344 with five home runs and 32 RBI over 195 at-bats for Triple-A Sacramento. Slater was up for a brief period earlier this year and went 3-for-11. It is unknown […]

Luke Farrell Will Make Spot Start Saturday

Chicago Cubs pitcher Luke Farrell will make a spot start on Saturday versus the Reds. Farrell has a 3.63 ERA in 12 outings with the Cubs this season, all of which were relief appearances. It will be Farrell’s second career start, but he has made five starts for Triple-A Iowa and owns a 4.94 ERA. […]

Giants Will Rest Buster Posey On Saturday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will get a day of rest on Saturday versus the Padres. Nick Hundley will replace Posey and bat in the No. 8 spot. Hundley is hitting .333 over the past week in nine at-bats but is hitless versus Padres starter Jordan Lyles in a small sample size of just […]

Miguel Gonzalez Will Begin Rehab Assignment On Sunday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez (shoulder) will begin his rehab assignment for Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday. Gonzalez has been sidelined since April 24 with right shoulder inflammation. Over 12 1/3 innings, Gonzalez has a 12.41 ERA. He's not much of a fantasy option even when he is healthy.

Javier Baez Will Sit On Saturday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez will sit Saturday versus the Reds. It’s just a regular day of rest for Baez. Ben Zobrist will replace Baez at second base and bat third. Baez should be expected to be back in the lineup on Sunday.

Addison Russell Returns To The Lineup On Saturday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (finger) will return to the lineup on Saturday. Russell sat out on Friday after he aggravated his finger injury. Russell will bat seventh on Saturday. Make sure to get him back into your lineups.

Kris Bryant Won’t Start Saturday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant will be on the bench Saturday versus the Reds. Bryant is in the middle of one of his worst slumps of his career and has just nine hits over his last 48 at-bats. Bryant will be replaced by Tommy La Stella. La Stella has six hits in his last […]

Yu Darvish Throws Another Bullpen Session On Friday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (triceps) threw another bullpen session on Friday. Manager Joe Maddon said on Friday, “Yu did really well today. We'll wait until tomorrow then plan the next step. The next step could be he goes out and pitches a minor league situation. If he comes in and feels great (Saturday), […]

Giants Will Sit Joe Panik Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik will sit Friday versus the Padres. It’s just a routine day off for Panik. Alen Hanson will be at second base and bat eighth Friday. Hanson is hitting .311 on the season but has just four hits over his last 19 at-bats. He's a weak DFS play Friday […]

Brandon Belt Sitting Friday Versus Padres

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt will sit Friday versus the Padres. It’s just a routine day off for Belt as the Giants face left-handed starter Clayton Richard. Belt is hitting .304 with 12 home runs and 35 RBI on the year and should return to the lineup Saturday. Catcher Buster Posey will be […]

Addison Russell Dealing With Sore Finger

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell is day-to-day after he aggravated his finger on Thursday. Russell recently missed a handful of games due to a sore middle finger. The Cubs have plenty of depth and it will allow them to play it safe with Russell. Second baseman Javier Baez will be at shortstop Friday with Ben […]