Addison Russell Picks Up A Pair Of Singles Monday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell picked up a pair of singles Monday evening versus the Colorado Rockies. Russell was benched on Saturday and now has back-to-back two-hit games with a run and RBI in both games. Russell has been off to a slow start and has responded well since his day off. He is worth […]

Kris Bryant Triples On Monday

After going 0-for-9 since returning from being hit in the helmet, Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant tripled to lead off the bottom of the sixth inning for the Cubs. Bryant finished the game 1-for-3 with a run and walk. Bryant remains one of the better offensive players in all formats.

Steve Cishek Picks Up The Save On Monday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Steve Cishek picked up his first save of the season Monday evening versus the Colorado Rockies. Cishek came in with one out and pitched around a walk to secure the save. Brandon Morrow pitched in three of the last four games and was unavailable Monday, but has a firm grip as […]

Madison Bumgarner Could Begin Throwing In A Couple Weeks

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) could begin throwing off a bullpen mound in a couple of weeks, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Bumgarner will meet with doctors Tuesday and if everything goes well, he will begin his throwing program. Bumgarner is expected back in early June if all goes well.

Joe Panik Has Thumb Surgery Monday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) had surgery on Monday to repair a torn UCL ligament in his left thumb. Panik will be out at least six weeks. Panik was hitting .267 with three home runs on the year and can safely be placed on waivers. Kelby Tomlinson is in line to get […]

Brandon Crawford Out Of Monday’s Lineup

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford will rest Monday evening. Crawford has been off to a very slow start with a .191 batting average. He should remain on the waiver wire. Kelby Tomlinson will take over at shortstop and bat seventh. He can be avoided in daily leagues.

Kyle Schwarber Will Sit Monday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will be on the bench Monday evening versus Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland. Despite his hot start to the season, manager Joe Maddon prefers to rest Schwarber versus lefties. Ian Happ will be in left field and bat in the No. 8 spot. He is worth a look in DFS […]

Joe Panik May Need Thumb Surgery

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik will see a specialist in Los Angeles about his thumb injury. Manager Bruce Bochy said there is a “good chance” that Panik will need thumb surgery and that would likely cost him six-to-eight weeks. Kelby Tomlinson will likely see most of the at-bats at second base with Panik […]

Madison Bumgarner Will See Doctor Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (finger) will meet with doctors on Tuesday with the hope that he will be cleared to begin throwing. Bumgarner has missed all year with a fracture left pinkie and is hoping to return in early June.

Will Smith Expected To Be Activated Wednesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Will Smith (elbow) is expected to return from Tommy John surgery on Wednesday. Smith has checked all the boxes in his rehab and appears ready to help out the bullpen. He holds no fantasy significance.

Andrew Suarez Will Start Tuesday

San Francisco Giants pitching prospect Andrew Suarez will start Tuesday versus the Padres. Suarez made a spot start earlier this year versus the Diamondbacks and went 5 1/3 innings allowing four runs but struck out seven.

Andrew McCutchen Resting Sunday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen will rest Sunday versus the Dodgers. McCutchen has been off to a slow start with his new team with a .200 batting average and three home runs. Austin Slater will take over right field today and bat seventh.

Mac Williamson Placed On 7-Day Disabled List

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (concussion) has been placed on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion. Williamson has hitting everything since Sprint Training and it his concussion comes at a tough time as he was finally getting playing time.

Joe Panik Placed On Disabled List

San Francisco Giants second baseman Joe Panik (thumb) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right thumb sprain. Alen Hansen has been called up to take his spot on the active roster. Kelby Tomlinson will take over for Panik and can be avoided in all formats.

Evan Longoria Will Sit Out Game One

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria will be on the bench for game one of Saturday’s doubleheader. Longoria has been in a bit of a slump, but picked up two hits including a home run on Friday. Pablo Sandoval will replace Longoria and bat fifth.

Buster Posey Not Playing In Game One Of Doubleheader

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will rest in game one of Saturday’s doubleheader. Posey is likely to start game two. He will be replaced by Nick Hundley who will bat seventh.

Addison Russell Out Of Saturday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will have Saturday afternoon off. The shortstop has really struggled this year with a .215 average and zero home runs over his first 79 at-bats. Second baseman Javier Baez will slide over to shortstop Saturday. Russell is expected back Saturday and the hope is his day off will help clear […]

Ben Zobrist Activated And Starting Saturday, David Bote Sent Down

The Chicago Cubs have activated second baseman Ben Zobrist from the disabled list. Zobrist had been out the past ten days with a back injury. He will start second base this afternoon seventh. Infielder David Bote was sent down to Triple-A to make space for Zobrist.

Kris Bryant Returns To Lineup On Saturday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) will return to the Cubs lineup on Saturday. Bryant has been out since being hit in the helmet last Sunday and has missed for straight games. He will bat third and should be started in all leagues.

Giants Promote Austin Slater

The San Francisco Giants have promoted outfield prospect Austin Slater. Slater got a cup of coffee with the big league club in 2017 and hit .282 in 117 at-bats. Playing time may be limited for Slater, but he projects as the club’s future center fielder.

Mark Melancon Plays Catch

San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) played catch on Thursday for the first time since getting an injection in his pronator. Melancon will also play catch on Friday. The good news is that Melancon said he feels good. It will be interesting to see if he takes the closer job back from Hunter Strickland […]

Mac Williamson Remains Out Of Giants Lineup

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mac Williamson (neck) remains out of the Giants lineup. Williamson was a late scratch Wednesday with neck stiffness and will be replaced by Gorkys Hernandez Friday. Multiple reports also say that Giants outfield prospect Austin Slater is with the club which could mean bad news for Williamson.

Yu Darvish Picks Up Quality Start Friday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish delivered six strong innings for the Cubs Friday afternoon versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Darvish allowed three hits, one run (unearned) and struck out eight batters. He also gave up two walks. Darvish needed this as it was only the second time this year that he has made it past […]

Albert Almora Jr. Extends Hit Streak To Ten Games

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. extended his hit streak to ten games Friday afternoon. Almora has settled in at the top of the Cubs order and finished 1-for-4 with a double and run scored. Almora is now hitting .317 on the season and is worth consideration in NL-only and deeper mixed leagues

Jose Abreu Back In Friday’s Lineup

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (flu) will be in Friday’s lineup versus the Kansas City Royals. Abreu left Wednesday’s game early with the flu and missed Thursday’s game. Abreu is hitting .286 with six home runs and 12 RBI this season.

Kris Bryant Expected Back Saturday

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said on Friday that he expects Kris Bryant (head) to return to the lineup Saturday. Bryant has been sidelined all week after being hit in the head Sunday. The good news is that he has been taking part in baseball activities and is feeling better.

Jonathan Villar And Orlando Arcia Resting Friday

The Milwaukee Brewers will rest their starting second baseman Jonathan Villar and shortstop Orlando Arcia Friday afternoon. Villar is hitting .286 with four stolen bases on the year and will be replaced by Hernan Perez, who will bat sixth. Arcia has been off to a slow start and has hit just .211 for the season. […]

Ben Zobrist Expects To Be Activated Saturday

Chicago Cubs second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) expects to be activated on Saturday. Zobrist ran the bases on Thursday and had no issues. It will be interesting to see how much playing time he will get once he is active, as Albert Almora seems to have a firm grip in center field for now.

Kyle Schwarber Out Of Friday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will have Friday afternoon off with left-hander Brent Suter facing the Cubs. Ian Happ will replace Schwarber in the lineup and bat sixth. Schwarber has been off to a very nice start in 2018 with seven home runs, 17 RBI and a .286 batting average. Schwarber should be back in […]

Kris Bryant Will Sit Out Fourth Straight Game

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) will sit out his fourth straight game on Friday. Bryant has not played or spoken with the media since being hit in the head Sunday. Bryant met with team doctors on Thursday and has also participated in full baseball acitivies and expects to do so on Friday. He […]