Alek Thomas Hits Grand Slam Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Alek Thomas hit a ninth-inning grand slam Friday, part of a six-run comeback for Arizona that gave them a brief 8-7 lead in the game, only to lose 10-8 after closer Paul Sewald gave up a pair of home runs in the bottom of the inning. The slam was Thomas' only hit... Read More

Ketel Marte Considered Day-To-Day After Leaving Game

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte left Friday's game with what manager Torey Lovullo described as back tightness and is considered day-to-day for now. Marte is having one of his best seasons thus far, posting a .284-17-51-59-4 line with a .363 wOBA and 136 wRC+. Veteran Kevin Newman could fill in for Marte if he's... Read More

When Is Nacho Alvarez Jr. Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 16 Update)

A few seasons ago, the Braves seemed set at shortstop with one of the best at the position in Dansby Swanson, but then he left for the Windy City. In comes Orlando Arcia who became an All Star for the Braves in 2023, but has hit .211 so far this season. Suddenly it seems the... Read More

Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters Watch and Underachievers, Overachievers (Week 16)

Welcome back to my Week 16 edition of the Fantasy Baseball Breakout Hitters series for the 2024 MLB season. We're going to take our usual look around the league as we head into the weekend to see who is showing signs of some meaningful trends that can be revealing in some form or another. Perhaps... Read More

Ben Rice Leading Off For Yankees On Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice will bat leadoff for the Yankees in Thursday's game versus the visiting Reds. The 25-year-old has hit up and down the Yankee lineup since his debut, but this will be his first time hitting in the leadoff spot. So far, the left-handed hitter is 10-for-37 (.270) with three... Read More

James Wood Batting Fifth For Nationals On Thursday

Washington Nationals left fielder James Wood will bat fifth in Thursday's series finale against the Mets. After hitting in the sixth spot in his first two big league games, the 21-year-old was moved up to third in the lineup on Wednesday. The No. 2 prospect in all of baseball per MLB.com's latest prospect list collected... Read More

Harrison Bader Out Again Thursday

New York Mets outfielder Harrison Bader (head) is not in the team's starting lineup again on Thursday against the hosting Washington Nationals. Bader collided with the wall in Tuesday's game and was removed. He's avoided a concussion but is considered day-to-day for now and will miss his second straight game. Tyrone Taylor will play centerfield... Read More

Christian Walker Homers Twice, Drives In Four

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker went 4-for-5 with four RBI and three runs scored in Wednesday's 12-4 win over the Dodgers. Walker recorded three extra-base hits which included a double and two home runs. The 33-year-old also walked once in the contest. The first home run was a solo shot that broke a 4-4... Read More

Alec Bohm Homers, Collects Two More RBI

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Alec Bohm went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Cubs. It was a 2-1 game in the sixth inning with the Cubs holding onto a slim lead, but Bohm's home run off potential NL Rookie of the Year Shota Imanaga put the Phillies ahead 2-1.... Read More

Raisel Iglesias Locks Down 21st Save On Wednesday

Atlanta Braves closer Raisel Iglesias nailed down the win in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over the Giants. Iglesias allowed an infield single to Matt Chapman after getting the first out, then recorded the final two outs with the last one coming via strikeout. It was the 34-year-old's 21st save of the season, tying him for fourth-most... Read More

When Is Dylan Crews Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 15 Update)

The Washington Nationals drafted Dylan Crews in the 2023 MLB Draft and he's quickly moved through the system. The Nationals' second-ranked prospect started 2023 in rookie ball and made it to Double-A by season's end. The right-handed hitter began this season at Double-A and is now hitting -- and hitting well -- at Triple-A, making... Read More

Shay Whitcomb Belts 19th Home Run

Houston Astros shortstop prospect Shay Whitcomb went 1-for-4 at the plate Wednesday for Triple-A Sugar Land, walking once and belting his 19th home run of the season. Once thought of as a power-over-hit prospect, the 25-year-old has cut the K% down from 31.3% last season to 21.1% in 2024. The former fifth-round draft pick is... Read More

Josue De Paula A Big Riser In Latest Rankings Update

Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Josue De Paula rose 14 spots in the latest MLB.com prospect rankings update, from 78 to 64. The 19-year-old is the second- highest ranked prospect in the Dodgers' system and was able to shake off a 6-for-34 (.176) start to the Single-A season to go on to hit .299 over... Read More

AJ Smith-Shawver Strikes Out Four In Rehab Game

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher prospect AJ Smith-Shawver (oblique) made his first rehab start with High-A Rome on Wednesday. The righty pitched two innings, allowing one earned run on one hit (a home run) and no walks while striking out four batters. The 21-year-old made one start for Atlanta this season before hitting the injured list... Read More

Jacob Wilson Picks Up Where He Left Off

Oakland Athletics shortstop prospect Jacob Wilson has hit safely in seven consecutive games since finishing up a rehab assignment, going 15-for-31 (.484) during the seven game stretch, including three home runs in his last four games. Known to have superb bat-to-ball skills, the 22-year-old has put it on full display this season, slashing .459/.494/.713 across... Read More

Diego Cartaya Hitting Well At Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers catching prospect Diego Cartaya has hit the ground running at Triple-A, hitting safely in five of six games and going 8-for-25 (.320) over that stretch. In his latest game, he ripped a double and his first home run for Oklahoma City. After hitting just .133 in April at Double-A, the 22-year-old turned... Read More

When Is Christian Scott Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 15 Update)

Drafted in 2021, New York Mets pitching prospect Christian Scott quickly moved through the organization's ranks, posting a low ERA and strong K:BB ratios along the way. His success earned him a promotion to the big leagues earlier this season, recording five starts for the Mets in May. The righty held his own for an MLB... Read More

Athletics Promote Henry Bolte To Double-A

The Oakland Athletics have promoted outfield prospect Henry Bolte to Double-A Midland. The 20-year-old was hitting .278 at High-A with 11 home runs and 28 stolen bases through 69 games. Although the former second-round draft pick didn't hit for average last season (.257), he displayed good power and speed as a 19-year-old, belting 14 home... Read More

Mariners Promote Michael Morales To Double-A

The Seattle Mariners have promoted starting pitcher prospect Michael Morales to Double-A Arkansas. The former third-round draft pick was having a strong season at High-A, posting a 9-1 record with a 2.36 ERA, a 1.23 WHIP, and a 15.9% K-BB% in 15 starts. It's a far cry from the 5.91 and 4.53 ERA he recorded... Read More

Luke Keaschall Moves Into MLB's Top-100 Prospects

Minnesota Twins second baseman prospect Luke Keaschall has moved into MLB.com's updated Top 100 Prospects list, now sitting at No. 95 overall. The 2023 second-round draft pick began the year at High-A (44 games) but was promoted to Double-A on May 27 and is currently hitting .303 there in 31 games. Across both levels this... Read More

Shane Baz With Another Strong Outing In Latest Triple-A Start

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane Baz had another strong showing at Triple-A Durham this past Wednesday, throwing 93 pitches (59 strikes) in five innings, allowing two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out seven. Baz has now started ten games for Durham, allowing two runs or less in the last five... Read More

Moises Ballesteros Up 28 Spots In Latest Prospect Rankings

Chicago Cubs catching prospect Moises Ballesteros moved up 28 spots to No. 61 overall in MLB.com's latest prospect rankings, the second-biggest jump aside from Tigers infield prospect Kevin McGonigle, who jumped 31 spots. Ballesteros has been on fire this season, slashing .299/.372/.495 over 56 games at Double-A, and he's been even better so far in... Read More

Fantasy Baseball Players To Watch For The Week Ahead (July 1 - July 7)

As there are every week, there were lots of players to choose from, but I've narrowed it down... somewhat. I've got three batters, four pitchers, and a reliever with some interesting storylines this week that have caught my attention. Before we move on, let's glance back. For those keeping track of some of last week's... Read More

When Is Owen Caissie Getting Called Up? Fantasy Baseball Prospect Outlook (Week 15 Update)

Outside the regulars, the Cubs have tried multiple options in the outfield this season with little success. Alexander Canario, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and to a lesser extent Miles Mastrobuoni and Patrick Wisdom have seen a little time out there. Mike Tauchman was serviceable, but now he's on the IL until sometime after the All-Star break. The... Read More

Jake Irvin Twirls Another Quality Start

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jake Irvin pitched his seventh quality start in his last eight starts and 11th of the season after an 8-1 defeat of the Rays on Saturday. Irvin threw six innings of one-run ball, allowing just one hit and three walks while striking out five. The righty notched the win, finishing June... Read More

Anthony Santander Blasts 22nd Home Run Saturday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander went 2-for-3 with a double and his 22nd home run of the season in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Rangers. The 29-year-old also walked once, collected two RBI, and scored twice in the contest. Santander is no stranger to the long ball, but he is experiencing a power surge this... Read More

Heston Kjerstad Hits Grand Slam, Gets On Base Four Times

Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Heston Kjerstad hit a grand slam and got on base in each of his four plate appearances in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Rangers. In addition to the slam, Kjerstad walked, was hit by a pitch, and was intentionally walked once. It was the 25-year-old's second consecutive game with a home... Read More

Luis Rengifo With Another Multi-Hit Game Saturday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo went 2-for-5 with two runs scored and stole his 21st base of the season in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Tigers. It was Rengifo's fourth consecutive multi-hit game and fifth in his last six. The switch-hitter now owns a .317-6-24-36-21 line with a .355 wOBA and 129 wRC+ on... Read More

Logan O'Hoppe Homers For Second Straight Game

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe homered for the second straight game, going 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Tigers. It was O'Hoppe's third homer in his last six games and 12th of the season. The 24-year-old now owns a .273-12-38-37-1 line on the season, putting him in the... Read More

Luis Castillo Will Start On Sunday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo will start Sunday against the Twins in the series finale. With no announced starter for Sunday's game after Bryan Woo was placed on the IL, it was speculated that the Mariners would go with their recent call-up, Jhonathan Diaz. Diaz had made a start earlier this month for the... Read More