Justin Turner Lands On IL Due To Hamstring Ailment

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday’s contest against the D-backs due to a lingering hamstring injury. Turner hasn’t been in the lineup since Friday, with Edwin Rios holding down the hot corner against left-hander Alex Young on Tuesday. A strong on-base asset again in […]

Cody Bellinger Not In Tuesday’s Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger is not among the starting nine for Tuesday’s contest against Arizona and left-hander Alex Young. Chris Taylor will man center field in Bellinger’s absence, which comes after a day off, giving the left-handed slugger a two-day breather. After a slow start to 2020, Bellinger has homered in back-to-back […]

Nick Anderson Plans To Throw Sim Game Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays right-handed pitcher Nick Anderson will throw a simulated game of around 20 pitches Wednesday as he makes his way back from inflammation in his right forearm. His progression finally represents good news on the injury front for the Rays, who have seen their relief corps decimated by maladies this season, which means […]

Kyle Cody Makes First Start Friday, Faces Innings Cap

Texas Rangers right-handed pitcher Kyle Cody will enter the starting rotation for Friday’s contest against the Mariners, which will mark the first start of his big league career. Cody has not allowed a run in 4 ⅓ innings with six strikeouts across his first three appearances, but he has not thrown more than 39 pitches, […]

Yandy Diaz Lands On IL Due To Hamstring Injury

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz landed on the injured list prior to Tuesday’s game against the Yankees due to a hamstring strain that he sustained Monday. Manager Kevin Cash said that the timetable on Diaz’s return to the lineup is unclear, as he’ll need at least a week before he can be reevaluated. […]

Charlie Morton Likely Faces 40-50-Pitch Limit Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays right-handed pitcher Charlie Morton will return to the rotation Wednesday against the Yankees, but the likely 40-50-pitch count that he’ll have will likely keep him from being much of a fantasy option. Morton last appeared Aug. 9 against New York before being shut down with inflammation in his right shoulder. With at […]

Alex Wood Heads To Bullpen Upon Activation Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed pitcher Alex Wood will rejoin the club ahead of Tuesday’s contest against Arizona, but he’ll be headed to the bullpen for the time being. Wood had been on the IL since July 28 due to inflammation in his pitching shoulder, which likely would prohibit him from going deep into games at […]

Byron Buxton Rejoins Lineup Tuesday, Activated From IL

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton was activated from the injured list prior to Tuesday’s contest against the White Sox and left-hander Dallas Keuchel, reentering the lineup at the No. 7 spot in the order. Buxton has been out of the mix since Aug. 19 as he battles a shoulder ailment. Despite his defensive prowess, Buxton […]

Daulton Varsho Gets First MLB Start In CF Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher/outfielder Daulton Varsho will make his first Major League start in center field Tuesday against the Dodgers. Arizona has an opening after dealing Starling Marte to Miami during the Trade Deadline on Monday. Varsho, Arizona’s No. 3 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has moved all around the diamond this season, but is still waiting […]

Miguel Sano Bats Leadoff Tuesday

Minnesota Twins first baseman/designated hitter Miguel Sano will man the leadoff spot for Tuesday’s contest against the White Sox and left-hander Dallas Keuchel. Sano will be hitting first for the second time in his career, having also done so last September. The move is likely inspired by the .409 on-base percentage that the slugger has […]

Walker Buehler Returns To Rotation Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler will get the ball for Wednesday’s contest against the D-backs, bumping Clayton Kershaw to Thursday’s start. Buehler last appeared Aug. 21 but has since been sidelined due to a blister. After lofty expectations to begin 2020, Buehler has begun to display his ace potential, having racked up 11 […]

Nick Senzel Works Out At Alternate Site Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel returned to the club’s alternate training site Tuesday to begin ramping up for his return to the big league roster. Senzel last appeared Aug. 14 before being placed on the IL, paving the way for Shogo Akiyama to see everyday at-bats in center field. Reds manager David Bell noted Tuesday […]

Jesse Winker Serves One-Game Suspension Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker will miss Tuesday’s contest against the Cardinals while serving a one-game suspension. With St. Louis sending southpaw Kwang Hyun Kim to the mound, Matt Davidson will slot in at DH while Aristides Aquino mans left field. Winker enters play Tuesday second in the Majors in OPS (1.117), having been […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (9/1/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

September baseball has arrived. With all of the scheduled doubleheaders, contests left without a new start date, and faces in new places, it’s sure to be a hectic month across the DFS slate.  As comes with the territory of any sport entering the conclusion of its regular season, new opportunities will be given in spades, […]

Yolmer Sanchez Rejoins White Sox, Will Serve In Bench Role

Chicago White Sox infielder Yolmer Sanchez was brought up to the active roster prior to Monday’s contest against Minnesota, designating Ryan Goins for assignment to clear room. Sanchez will fill the super utility role for Chicago, who doesn’t have an open spot among their everyday infielders with Nick Madrigal healthy and holding down the keystone. […]

Adrian Morejon Rejoins Active Roster Monday

San Diego Padres left-handed pitcher Adrian Morejon was activated off of the injured list prior to Monday’s game against the Rockies. Morejon had been scratched from a start Saturday and placed on the IL, although the team has been mum on any potential COVID-19 related tests. Ranked as the club’s No. 6 prospect per MLB […]

Josh Donaldson, Byron Buxton Get Reps Monday

The Minnesota Twins planned to give third baseman Josh Donaldson and outfielder Byron Buxton between 5-7 innings of action Monday while at the club’s alternate training site as both remain on the comeback trail. Manager Rocco Baldelli said that both players could have updates on their status in the near future. Donaldson has been out […]

Cam Bedrosian Rejoins Active Roster Monday

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Cam Bedrosian was activated off of the injured list Monday, rejoining the club’s much-maligned bullpen. Bedrosian hit the IL on Aug. 4 due to a strained right adductor, having allowed just one run through his first 4 ⅓ frames. While Ty Buttrey has taken over closer duties as of late, […]

Albert Almora Jr. Gets Sent To Club’s Alternate Training Site

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. was optioned off of the active roster Monday to make way for Cameron Maybin, who was acquired from Detroit. Once a highly-regarded prospect, Almora has become primarily a defensive replacement in 2020, receiving just 34 plate appearances in 28 games. While Ian Happ had already claimed full-time center field […]

Yandy Diaz Departs Monday’s Contest Early

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz exited Monday’s contest against the Yankees due to a tight right hamstring that he sustained while running the bases. Hunter Renfroe entered the game in his place, with Joey Wendle shifting over to the hot corner. By collecting a pair of hits prior to exiting, Diaz raised his […]

Dwayne Haskins Impresses During Camp, Eyes Starting Gig

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins is battling for the starting QB job alongside Alex Smith, but despite any second-year mistakes, Haskins is impressing the new coaching staff in D.C. Haskins worked entirely with the first-team offense Monday, with many close to the situation believing that the starting gig is all but his when the […]

Prince Amukamara Gets Released By Raiders, Eyes New Team

The Oakland Raiders released cornerback Prince Amukamara on Monday, paving the way for the team’s younger defensive backs to see extended roles heading into the 2020-21 season. Amukamara made it known that while he was at peace with the move, he still wants to play this year. A full-time starter in the league since 2012, […]

Logan Ryan Inks One-Year Deal To Join Giants

Defensive back Logan Ryan signed a one-year deal worth $7.5 million Monday, reuniting him with head coach Joe Judge, who knew Ryan during his tenure with the Patriots from 2013-16. Ryan’s addition could help the New York secondary immensely as he made a career-high 113 combined tackles last season with Tennessee. Likely to slot into […]

Derwin James Needs To Undergo Surgery, Will Miss 2020-21

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James will miss the remainder of the 2020-21 season after having sustained a meniscus injury during practice Sunday. James will undergo surgery due to the ailment and be out of the picture for at least the next 6-8 months, paving the way for Rayshawn Jenkins to shift over to the […]

Cooper Kupp Deals With Muscle Strain In Leg Ahead Of Week 1

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp is reportedly battling a strained muscle in his right leg above his foot, but the ailment isn’t expected to impact his status for Week 1 against the Cowboys. Kupp is in line to see an extended role in the team’s offense this year following Brandin Cooks’ trade to […]

San Francisco Adds Anthony Banda From Tampa Bay

The San Francisco Giants added left-handed pitcher Anthony Banda to their staff following a trade with the Rays, who had designated Banda for assignment earlier Monday. Banda has been shelled in his limited big league work this season, allowing nine runs (eight earned) in seven innings. Whether San Francisco utilizes Banda in the starting rotation […]

Dylan Moore Likely To Be Activated This Week

Seattle Mariners utilityman Dylan Moore appears on track to rejoin the starting lineup this week with the team opening a seven-game homestand against Oakland on Tuesday. Moore, who is in the midst of a breakout 2020 campaign, has been on the IL since Aug. 22 due to a sprained right wrist. Having delivered a .902 […]

Julio Teheran Returns To Rotation For Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Julio Teheran will be back among the starting staff for Wednesday’s contest against the Padres. Teheran made just one appearance out of relief before starting during a doubleheader out of necessity last Tuesday. Through his first five appearances of 2020, Teheran has yielded 18 runs in 17 ⅔ frames, including […]

Mets Acquire Miguel Castro From Orioles

The New York Mets have added right-handed pitcher Miguel Castro to their bullpen mix after acquiring him Monday from the Orioles. Castro is still just 25 years old, yet in the midst of his sixth big league season. His strikeout numbers have soared in 2020, having compiled 24 K’s in 15 ⅔ innings. Left-handed pitcher […]

Brandon Woodruff Lands On Paternity List Monday

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Brandon Woodruff was placed on the paternity list prior to Monday’s contest against Pittsburgh, forcing a minimum three-game absence. Woodruff has emerged as the club’s ace in 2020, having posted a 1.18 WHIP with 48 strikeouts in 41 ⅔ innings. Having started Sunday, it’s feasible that Milwaukee will not need to […]