Buster Posey Remains Out With Ankle Injury

San Francisco Giants catcher/first baseman Buster Posey (ankle) will be held out at least through next Tuesday. Manager Bruce Bochy said that Posey’s left ankle still “barks” when he hits and that he doesn’t want him catching until next Tuesday at the earliest. Posey has seen his power numbers decline in recent years, but still... Read More

White Sox Could Be A Possible Landing Spot For Matt Kemp

Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports suggest that the Chicago White Sox could be a fit for Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp. Heyman notes the White Sox have had interest in the outfielder in the past and could be willing to take on his contract if the Dodgers were willing to include one or two top prospects.... Read More

Willy Garcia Begins Strengthening Program

Chicago White Sox outfield Willy Garcia (wrist) has begun a strengthening program with the goal of hitting off a tee and then eventually taking part in batting practice. The end goal is to try to get Garcia in some games before Opening Day. Garcia will compete for a bench spot and can be avoided by... Read More

Brandon Crawford Held Out Thursday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (finger) is being held out of Thursday’s lineup after jamming his right index finger on Wednesday. The club announced on Wednesday that he was pulled as a precaution. Crawford isn’t expected to miss much time and should be good to go in a few days.

Yu Darvish Throws Bullpen Session

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (illness) threw a two-inning bullpen session on Thursday morning in Cubs camp. Darvish also swung the bat during batting practice. The right-hander was scheduled to start this afternoon but was scratched with the stomach flu.

Pedro Strop Dealing With Sore Left Calf

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (calf) has been kept off the mound. The relief pitcher has been sidelined with a sore left calf. Aside from holds, Strop carries minimal fantasy value.

Kris Bryant Returns To Cubs Camp

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (illness) has returned to Cubs camp Thursday. The former National League MVP should once again be one of the better offensive players in 2018 and should see his run production improve from 2017.

Yu Darvish Scratched From Thursday’s Start

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (illness) has been scratched from Thursday’s start. Darvish has come down with the stomach flu and is day-to-day. It’s nothing to worry about and owners should target Darvish between the fourth and fifth rounds of their draft.

Brandon Crawford Jams Finger

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (finger) jammed his right index finger on Wednesday. The injury happened on a pickoff attempt. Crawford didn’t undergo X-rays and the injury isn’t considered serious. Crawford is hoping to bounce back after he struggled with the bat in 2017. He is a better real-life player than fantasy player, but... Read More

Eloy Jimenez Does Hitting Drills On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (knee) spent Wednesday doing hitting drills, and is expected to be at "full activity” on Thursday. One of the best prospects in the game, Jimenez sat out Tuesday with soreness in his left knee. The White Sox are playing it safe, as it appears Jimenez should be good to... Read More

Mark Melancon Throws On Wednesday

San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) threw for the first time since this past September on Tuesday. The closer threw 20 pitches and said he felt fine. Melancon is coming off a rough season but should be a strong bounce-back candidate. Owners who draft Melancon would be wise to keep an eye on relief pitchers... Read More

Johnny Cueto On Track To Debut Saturday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (flu) threw 35 pitches on Tuesday and is scheduled to make his Cactus League debut on Saturday. Cueto will be looking to bounce back in 2018 after struggling to a 4.52 ERA across 147 1/3 innings in 2017. He is likely to fall in drafts due to last... Read More

Kris Bryant Remains Out With Illness

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (illness) remains out of the team’s lineup on Wednesday. Bryant has been absent all week while he is sick, but it should be nothing for fantasy owners to worry about. He remains one of the best hitters in the game and should see his run production improve in 2018.

Ian Happ Hits Second Home Run

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ian Happ hit his second leadoff homer of the spring versus the White Sox on Tuesday. The Cubs have floated names around for the leadoff spot in the order, but Happ has made a strong impression. The rookie forced his way up to the big leagues last year and hasn’t looked back. Happ... Read More

Chris Heston Faces Plenty Of Competition To Make Giants Roster

After returning to the San Francisco Giants in the offseason, starting pitcher Chris Heston is likely to begin the season in Triple-A. Heston spent the majority of 2017 in the minor leagues for the Dodgers, Mariners and Twins. The Giants currently have Derek Holland, Andrew Suarez, Tyler Beede, Chris Stratton and Ty Blach ahead of... Read More

Ben Zobrist Could Get Game Action This Week

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) could see some game action this week. Zobrist missed the beginning of spring training with back soreness, but in recent days has been on the field and even took some swings in the batting cage. The Cubs are taking it easy with the veteran, and he should be good... Read More

Jon Lester Will Pitch Opening Day For Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have named starting pitcher Jon Lester as the team’s Opening Day starter. Lester is coming off a rough 2017 campaign after finishing second in the National League Cy Young voting in 2016. Lester is a bounce-back candidate and should improve from his 4.33 ERA this past year.

Jake Burger Carted Off With Leg Injury

Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Chicago White Sox third base prospect Jake Burger (leg) was carted off the field after suffering a left leg injury in Monday's contest. This comes on the heels of the White Sox losing their top prospect Eloy Jimenez (knee) for a few days. Following the game.... Read More

Eloy Jimenez Slowed Down By Sore Knee

Chicago White Sox top prospect Eloy Jimenez (knee) will sit out Tuesday’s contest with a sore knee. Manager Rick Renteria revealed Monday they’re being cautious with the top prospect because of a sore left knee the right fielder incurred during a practice and aggravated during the game. Renteria mentioned that it is not “serious.” It’s good... Read More

Ben Zobrist Returns For Fielding Drills

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) was on the field Monday doing fielding drills. Zobrist missed the first few days of spring training with back stiffness and manager Joe Maddon has stated how he doesn’t want to push the veteran. Zobrist hit in the batting cages the other day and should be fine heading into 2018.... Read More

Kyle Schwarber Sheds Knee Brace

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will no longer need to use a knee brace in the outfield. Schwarber is now a full year recovered from a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee. Schwarber got off to a slow start in 2017, which included a stint in Triple-A. The slugger bounced back in the... Read More

Kris Bryant Scratched From Monday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (illness) was scratched from Monday’s lineup due to an illness. Bryant should be fine and remains one of the better and safer draft picks in 2018. Bryant should expect to see his run production improve this year and should return first-round value in fantasy leagues this year.

Buster Posey Held Out Saturday

San Francisco Giants catcher/first baseman Buster Posey (ankle) was held out on Saturday with a mild ankle tweak. There has been no update on if this will be a lingering injury, but the Giants have every reason to play it safe with Posey. Posey should be a top-five catcher this year and is a safe... Read More

Hunter Pence Takes Batting Practice Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (neck) took batting practice Saturday. Pence had been scratched from Friday’s game with a stiff neck but it appears he is better for now. Pence will play right field for the Giants this year but has seen his stock fall over the past few seasons due to injuries. Aside from... Read More

Ben Zobrist Feeling Better

Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports that Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Ben Zobrist (back) is feeling better. It’s good news for Zobrist, who was also seen hitting in the batting cages. The Cubs are taking it easy with the veteran and he should be good to go for Opening Day. However, Zobrist's fantasy stock has taken a hit,... Read More

Tim Anderson Looks To Steal More Bases In 2018

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson would like to improve in the stolen base department in 2018. Anderson finished 2017 going 9-for-9 in stolen bases in September. Overall, Anderson finished with 15 on the year. Anderson is looking to get at least 20 or more stolen bases in 2018. He’s an intriguing option for fantasy... Read More

Kris Bryant Not An Option To Bat First

Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports that Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said “four players (are) under consideration for leadoff spot. Kris Bryant is not in that group.” It should be no surprise that the former National League MVP won’t be atop the Cubs lineup, as he should remain in the two-hole. First baseman Anthony... Read More

Ryder Jones To Undergo MRI

San Francisco Giants infielder/outfielder Ryder Jones (hamstring) will undergo an MRI on his right hamstring. Jones tweaked his hamstring on Thursday. Jones got some run last year before landing on the disabled list with a wrist injury. Jones will play some outfield this spring, as he is blocked at both first base and third base by... Read More

Carlos Gonzalez Could Be An Option For White Sox

FanRag Sports reports that free-agent outfielder Carlos Gonzalez could be an option for the Chicago White Sox. General manager Rick Hahn has said he doesn’t believe the club will sign anymore free agents, but Gonzalez makes for a nice buy-low candidate who the rebuilding White Sox could flip if he has a strong first half.... Read More

White Sox Could Be A Possibility For Mike Moustakas

Jon Morosi of the MLB Network is reporting that free-agent third baseman Mike Moustakas could emerge as a possibility for the Chicago White Sox. General manager Rick Hahn spoke earlier in the week and mentioned that the club is unlikely to sign any more free agents. Moustakas has had a dry market thus far and... Read More