Aroldis Chapman Throws ‘Pen Wednesday, Return Not Close

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has been cleared from the bout with COVID-19 that has kept him sidelined thus far in 2020, but the southpaw isn’t exactly close to returning to game action for the Yankees. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Chapman would throw a bullpen session Wednesday, noting that there would need to […]

Josh Lindblom Tosses Bullpen, Has No Issues Ahead Of Start

Milwaukee Brewers right-handed pitcher Josh Lindblom left his first start of 2020 due to back spasms, but after throwing a bullpen session Tuesday, Lindblom was confident that there would be no issues for his Thursday start against the White Sox. Set to make multiple starts in a season for the first time since 2013, Lindblom […]

Nick Markakis Rejoins Braves For 2020 Year, Activated Wednesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis had initially backed out of the 2020 campaign due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, but after an appeal to the league office, he was granted the right to return. Markakis’ arrival comes the same day as Ozzie Albies (wrist) and Matt Adams (hamstring) hit the injured list, meaning that […]

John Means Lands On Bereavement List

Baltimore Orioles left-handed pitcher John Means was placed on the bereavement list following his start against the Marlins on Tuesday. Under MLB rules, Means will have to miss a minimum of three days, which could put his next start in flux. It’s been a seesaw start to 2020 for Means on the mound, having originally […]

Ozzie Albies Officially Placed On Injured List

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (wrist) has hit the 10-day injured list as he continues to battle a wrist injury during the early part of the 2020 season. After having led the National League in hits last season, Albies is off to a 7-for-44 start (.159) this year, having been dropped in the batting […]

Jake Cronenworth Socks First Major League Homer Tuesday

San Diego Padres first baseman Jake Cronenworth launched the first home run of his Major League career during the fifth inning of Tuesday’s game against the Dodgers. Cronenworth has taken over everyday first base duties with Eric Hosmer (illness) on the injured list and he has been moved up to the No. 5 spot in […]

Matt Adams Headed For IL Stint, Ozzie Albies Possibly Joining

Atlanta Braves first baseman/designated hitter Matt Adams appears destined for a stint on the injured list after being removed from Tuesday’s game against the Blue Jays. In addition to manager Brian Snitker expressing the likelihood that Adams will not be at his disposal moving forward, he also addressed second baseman Ozzie Albies’ wrist injury and […]

Edwin Encarnacion, Nick Madrigal Both Leave Early Due To Injury

The Chicago White Sox took a double whammy during Tuesday’s game against the Brewers, losing both designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion and second baseman Nick Madrigal due to injury. In addition to both being substituted for, it appears both sustained left shoulder ailments as Encarnacion has already been tagged to have a sore left shoulder, with […]

Mike Trout’s First At-Bat As Father Results In Homer

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Mariners and promptly cranked a home run in his first at-bat since becoming a father. Trout had been out of the lineup since July 29 attending to the birth of his son. Upon his return, he now has significant protection in […]

Tejay Antone To Make First Major League Start Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Tejay Antone has been tabbed to start Wednesday’s contest against Cleveland with righty Luis Castillo bumped back until Thursday. Antone made his big league debut out of relief last Tuesday and struck out five batters over 4 ⅓ innings, allowing just one hit and one run. With Wade Miley (groin) on […]

Justin Upton, Brian Goodwin To Platoon Upon Jo Adell’s Arrival

When the Los Angeles Angels called up top prospect Jo Adell, while also welcoming back Mike Trout, the number’s game in the outfield began to become apparent. Justin Upton and Brian Goodwin would be ceding way to the future of the team’s outfield, and per manager Joe Maddon, the two will now be platooning in […]

Nelson Cruz Continues Epic Production To Start 2020

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz has seemingly found the fountain of youth for the shortened 2020 campaign. The multi-hit day that he produced Tuesday against the Pirates meant that the 17 hits he has notched through the team’s first 11 games makes him the first player 40 or older to have ever accomplished that […]

Manuel Margot Placed On Bereavement List

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot will miss at least the team’s next three games in the wake of the death of his father, which has had him placed on the league’s bereavement list. Margot has gotten off to a slow start in his first 10 games as a Ray, going 3-for-30 and is yet […]

Ozzie Albies Dropped In Batting Order For Tuesday’s Game

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies has been battling a wrist injury as of late, which likely has to do with the fact that he has been dropped down to the No. 7 spot in the team’s order for Tuesday’s contest against right-hander Matt Shoemaker and the Blue Jays. Albies went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts […]

Daulton Varsho To Make First Major League Start Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Daulton Varsho will join the starting nine for the first time in his Major League career Tuesday when he faces Astros right-hander Cristian Javier. While Varsho will serve as the designated hitter, it’s undoubtedly his bat that fantasy owners are interested in as he amassed an .899 OPS at Double-A last season. […]

James Kaprielian Set To Join Major League Roster

The Oakland Athletics are summoning right-hander James Kaprielian to the big league club ahead of Tuesday’s contest against the Rangers with righty Jordan Weems hitting the injured list. The 16th overall pick in the 2015 MLB Draft, that was also the key cog in the ‘17 Sonny Gray deal, Kaprielian has dealt with arm injuries […]

Juan Soto Activated From IL, Set To Anchor Lineup

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto was reinstated from the injured list ahead of Tuesday’s contest against the Mets, eyeing his 2020 season debut after having been sidelined due to positive COVID-19 tests. Soto figures to slot back into his No. 3 spot in the club’s batting order as soon as Wednesday and become a major […]

FanDuel MLB DFS Lineup Picks (8/4/20): Daily Fantasy Baseball Advice

Just one night after a slate chock full of aces, the MLB DFS slate finds its balance Tuesday with a dash of some big names on the mound, at bat, and most importantly a game at Coors Field -- all of the ingredients that make for a delectable slate. With the Yankees and Phillies already […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (8/3/20): NBA DFS Lineups

Daily NBA DFS action inside of the Orlando bubble is beginning to feel a bit like Christmas, isn’t it? And not just in the sense that the presents delivered by the league feels overwhelming, but also in the literal, schedule sense that the stacking of games throughout the day reminds one of those vaunted Christmas […]

Freddy Galvis Quietly Putting Up Impressive Production

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Freddy Galvis has been known for his abilities to play on an everyday basis, yet little has been noted of his offensive output early on in 2020, especially against right-handed pitching. Following his performance Sunday, Galvis now has the sixth-highest OPS (1.256) in the Majors against right-handers. With a four-game set on […]

Justus Sheffield Set To Battle Slumping A’s Offense Monday

Seattle Mariners left-handed pitcher Justus Sheffield presents a high-upside play heading into Monday’s contest against Oakland. Sheffield will not only be a two-start pitcher next week (with his other projected start coming at home against Colorado), but will have a low price tag in DFS that is worth exploring on a slate full of high-priced […]

Shohei Ohtani Undergoes MRI After Start Sunday

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Shohei Ohtani recorded just five outs Sunday versus the Astros before exiting the game having walked five batters. Afterwards, he expressed that he felt discomfort in his surgically repaired pitching arm and revealed that he had undergone an MRI, the results of which were not immediately available. Ohtani, who underwent […]

Chi Chi Gonzalez Set For Coors Field Return Monday

Colorado Rockies right-handed pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez will enter the team’s starting rotation Monday when he faces the Giants. In six career starts at the hitter’s haven, Gonzalez has allowed five home runs across 25 2/3 innings, amassing a 5.26 ERA, which lends credence to the thought of stacking as many Giants into DFS lineups […]

Jose Altuve’s Early Season Struggles Continue With 0-for-6

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has proven to be one of the sport's most prolific hitters over the past decade, but his ice cold start to the 2020 year is reaching a fever pitch following an 0-for-6 performance Sunday against the Angels. Having also left nine men on base, it marks just the third […]

Tyler Alexander Heading Towards Joining Tigers Rotation

Detroit Tigers left-handed pitcher Tyler Alexander made history during Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Reds when he struck out nine consecutive batters, tying the American League record. Alexander’s appearance was out of relief and may have forced the hand of manager Ron Gardenhire, who said that after watching the southpaw that he “might […]

Aaron Judge Slugs Home Run In Fifth Consecutive Game

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge clubbed a three-run home run in the second inning of Sunday’s contest against the Red Sox, giving him five straight games with a roundtripper. Aside from being the first Yankee since Alex Rodriguez (2007) to go deep in five consecutive games, he has now tied for the Major League-lead […]

Kendall Graveman Dealing With Neck Ailment

Seattle Mariners right-handed pitcher Kendall Graveman worked 4 ⅔ innings Sunday against the A’s, turning in a solid two-run, three-strikeout performance. But as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery, a new issue has cropped up: a neck ailment. Graveman stated that his extension has been affected in each of his two starts […]

Ty Buttrey Gets Save Chance Sunday, Gives Up Lead

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitcher Ty Buttrey was tabbed to close out Sunday’s contest against the Astros in favor of closer Hansel Robles, but he was unable to lock down the win. It’s been a rough start to 2020 for Buttrey, who has now allowed runs in three of his first four outings. He combined […]

Jeff Samardzija Battling Blister Issue, Affecting Pitch Mix

San Francisco Giants right-handed pitcher Jeff Samardzija announced following his start Sunday against the Rangers that he is a dealing with a blister on one of the fingers on his pitching hand. Samardzija said that the ailment is forcing him to throw a changeup, as opposed to a splitter, though per Baseball Savant, Samardzija hasn’t […]

Corey Seager Could Return To Lineup Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager missed Sunday’s game against Arizona as he dealt with calf discomfort, but manager Dave Roberts mentioned afterwards that Seager had received treatment and that he was hopeful that he could get him back in the starting nine Monday as the designated hitter. Seager has gotten off to a torrid […]