Ben Zobrist Plays Hero On Tuesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ben Zobrist drove in the winning run in Tuesday with a go-ahead RBI single in the top of the ninth inning. Zobrist finished the game 1-for-4 with a walk. A favorite of manager Joe Maddon, Zobrist continues to find his way in the lineup and is now hitting .290.

Yu Darvish Pitches Well Tuesday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish pitched well in his return from the disabled list on Tuesday. Darvish only threw four innings, allowing three hits, one run and two walks while striking out five. Darvish only threw 61 pitches, but manager Joe Maddon decided to pull the plug early on Darvish, who has struggled in […]

Reynaldo Lopez Hit Hard On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez did not have his best stuff on Tuesday versus the Pirates. Lopez allowed seven hits, six runs, two walks and didn’t record a strikeout. It was Lopez’s worst outing of the season and he will look to return to form Sunday versus the Rangers.

Mark Melancon Will Throw To Hitters On Thursday

San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) will face hitters on Thursday for the first time since being placed on the disabled list prior to Opening Day. If everything goes well, Melancon will begin his rehab assignment on Sunday or Monday. Hunter Strickland has done a good job filling in as the team’s closer and […]

Mac Williamson Could Begin Rehab Soon

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) could begin his rehab assignment this upcoming weekend. Williamson has been sidelined since April 28, but it appears he is improving. Williamson was hitting .316 with three home runs and six RBI in his first five games this year.

Madison Bumgarner Expected To Make Rehab Start May 26

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) is expected to make his first rehab start on May 26. Manager Bruce Bochy is taking a cautious approach with his ace and wants Bumgarner to make three starts in the minor leagues before returning to the big league roster. That likely will push back his return […]

Yu Darvish Activated And Will Start Tuesday

As expected, the Chicago Cubs activated starting pitcher Yu Darvish from the 10-day disabled list after a battle with the flu. Darvish ended up only missing one start and will face the Braves on Tuesday. Darvish has struggled so far this season with a 6.00 ERA in 30 innings. The Cubs and fantasy owners are […]

Matt Davidson Sits As White Sox Play In Pittsburgh Tuesday

Chicago White Sox designated hitter Matt Davidson will rest Tuesday as the White Sox play the Pirates on the road. The White Sox have a two-game set in Pittsburgh, but Davidson could still play first base or third base on Wednesday. Davidson remains a good source of power but will hurt owners in other categories, […]

White Sox Won’t Rush Michael Kopech, Eloy Jimenez

The Chicago White Sox, who currently sit in last place in the American League Central, are in no hurry to rush outfield prospect Eloy Jimenez and pitching prospect Michael Kopech to the big leagues. It appears that the White Sox want to make sure that when Jimenez and Kopech are called up, that they are […]

Yoan Moncada Activated From Disabled List

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list prior to Tuesday’s game. Moncada missed the minimum 10 days after suffering a tight hamstring. Moncada has been off to a strong start and offers 20/20 potential. Jose Rondon was sent down to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

Madison Bumgarner Throws Off Mound Monday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) threw 20 pitches, all of which were fastballs during a bullpen session Monday. Bumgarner has also been throwing breaking pitches on flat ground. Bumgarner will throw again on Wednesday. MadBum feels good and is just working on building his strength back up. Bumgarner expects to return in […]

Alen Hanson Placed On Disabled List, Austin Slater Recalled

The San Francisco Giants have placed second baseman Alen Hanson (hamstring) on the 10-day disabled list with a strained hamstring. It’s a shame, as Hanson was holding his own while filling in for Joe Panik (thumb). Outfield prospect Austin Slater will take Hanson’s spot on the roster and has played second base in the past. […]

Willson Contreras And Addison Russell Rest Monday

Manager Joe Maddon of the Chicago Cubs will once again go with a different lineup as the Cubs face the Braves Monday afternoon. The Cubs hottest hitter, catcher, Willson Contreras will have Monday off in favor of Victor Caratini who bats sixth. While shortstop Addison Russell who is finally coming together will have Monday off. […]

Corey Ray Hits Third Home Run On Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers prospect Corey Ray hit his third home run of the season Sunday as part of a three-hit day in four at-bats. Ray also picked up two runs and two RBI. The left-handed outfielder makes strong contact is projected to offer both speed and power to his game. Ray has struggled with strikeouts but […]

Brendan Rodgers Hitting Well In Double-A

Colorado Rockies middle infield prospect Brendan Rodgers went 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI and a walk to up his batting average to .289 on Sunday for Double-A Hartford. Rodgers, 21, was the third overall pick in the 2015 draft currently the 12th ranked prospect according to MLB.com. Rodgers has begun playing second base this […]

Tyler O'Neill Hits His 11th Home Run Sunday

St.Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Tyler O’Neill picked up his 11th home run of the season Sunday for Triple-A Memphis. O’Neill had a brief appearance at the big league level in April, but without everyday at-bats, he was sent back to Triple-A Memphis. O’Neill has torn the cover off the ball this year and is the […]

Willy Adames Continues To Hit

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop prospect Willy Adames upped his batting average to .320 after picking up three more hits in five at-bats Sunday. Adames is one of the best pure hitters at the shortstop position and seems ready to make an impact for the Rays when they are ready to call his name. In addition […]

Austin Meadows Knocks In Three Runs Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect Austin Meadows is starting to get in a groove for Triple-A Indianapolis. Meadows finished Sunday 2-for-5 with three RBI, two runs and a walk. Meadows raised his batting average to .286 with the performance. Meadows has been a top-100 prospect since he was a first-round pick in 2013, but injuries have […]

Christin Stewart Hits Two More Home Runs Sunday

Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Christin Stewart hit two more home runs for Triple-A Toledo on Sunday. Stewart now has 11 home runs and 27 RBI on the season. The power hitter isn’t the strongest defender in the outfield, but his bat is certatinly major league ready. The Tigers are in a rebuild year and Stewart […]

Clint Frazier Hitting Well In Triple-A

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier picked up three hits in five at-bats to raise his season average to .362 for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre. Frazier got a late start to the season with a concussion and landed in Triple-A to get at-bats as there aren’t many at the big league level for him at the […]

Kolby Allard Continues To Excel

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Kolby Allard pitched eight shutout innings for Triple-A Gwinnett Sunday. Allard only allowed two hits, one walk and eight strikeouts in the contest and now owns a sparkling 1.71 ERA in seven starts. Allard is a former first-round pick in 2015 and ranks number 54 in the top 100 prospects according […]

Austin Riley Hits Three Home Runs Sunday

Atlanta Braves third base prospect Austin Riley had a night to remember Sunday for Triple-A Gwinnett. The clubs top third base prospect went 4-for-5 with three home runs, eight RBI and three runs. Riley was crushing Double-A pitching earlier in the season and is now hitting .345 in seven games in Triple-A. The Braves acquisition […]

Alen Hanson Out Of Sunday’s Lineup With Strained Hamstring

San Francisco Giants second baseman Alen Hanson (hamstring) remains day-to-day with a strained hamstring and will sit out Sunday afternoon versus the Pirates. Kelby Tomlinson will take over for Hanson and bat eighth. Tomlinson can be avoided in all leagues.

Buster Posey Sitting Out Versus Pirates Sunday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will get Sunday afternoon off versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. It’s just a routine day off for Posey who is hitting .306 on the season. Nick Hundley has been swing a hot bat this year and will be behind the plate and in the No. 7 spot Sunday.

Yoan Moncada Tests Hamstring Sunday

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) tested out his hamstring on Sunday. Moncada has been on the disabled list since May 5 and is hopeful to return next week. Moncada has hit .263 with six home runs, 15 RBI and four stolen bases over his first 114 at-bats. He remains a true 20/20 […]

Alen Hanson Suffers Tight Hamstring Saturday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Alen Hanson suffered a tight left hamstring Saturday evening and was replaced by Kelby Tomlinson. Manager Bruce Bochy said that Hanson is day-to-day. Hanson has done a good job filling in for Joe Panik (thumb) and finished Saturday 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, one rbi and a walk […]

Anthony Rizzo Hits His Sixth Home Run

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo hit his sixth home run of the season Saturday versus the White Sox. Rizzo finished 1-for-4 with a walk, two runs and three RBI. Rizzo’s bat has come alive in the month of May after a brutal April and he is showing owners why they picked him.

Jon Lester Earns Third Win

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester earned his third win of the season on Saturday versus the White Sox. Lester allowed four hits, one run, three walks and struck out over 5 2/3 innings. Lester now owns a 2.66 ERA and 1.32 WHIP and has held his own this season despite questions about his aging […]

Javier Baez Triples Saturday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez finished Saturday’s contest versus the White Sox 2-for-5 with two runs and a stolen base. Baez hit his fourth triple of the year. No matter where Baez has been placed in the batting order, he is hitting the ball and he will hope to keep it going Sunday in […]

Willson Contreras Is On Fire

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras continued to swing a hot bat on Saturday. Contreras who was coming off a two home run seven RBI game on Friday, finished Saturday 3-for-5 with a home run, one run and three RBI. Contreras in now ten for his last 15 with three home runs, 11 RBI and 26 […]