Joey Gallo, Anthony Rizzo Resting Against O's

New York Yankees outfielder Joey Gallo and first baseman Anthony Rizzo are not in the starting lineup on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles. Tim Locastro is starting in left field and hitting ninth against Orioles left-hander Bruce Zimmermann, while DJ LeMahieu moves to first base and is hitting fifth. Gleyber Torres is at second base […]

John Means Moved To 60-Day Injured List

The Baltimore Orioles moved left-hander John Means (elbow) to the 60-day injured list on Sunday with a left elbow sprain. The team also optioned left-hander Alexander Wells to Triple-A Norfolk and selected the contract of right-hander Marco Diplan from Norfolk. The Orioles initially placed Means on the 10-day injured list on Friday, but now he'll […]

Tim Locastro Starting On Sunday

New York Yankees outfielder Tim Locastro was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and is starting in left field and hitting ninth on Sunday against Baltimore Orioles left-hander Bruce Zimmermann. Locastro is likely to serve as outfield depth for as long as he remains on the Yankees major league roster. The 29-year-old hit just .180 with two […]

Tigers Recall Willi Castro

The Detroit Tigers recalled second baseman/outfielder Willi Castro from Triple-A Toledo on Sunday. Castro will give the Tigers some extra infield insurance after shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) landed on the injured list on Saturday. The 24-year-old could see some at-bats alongside Harold Castro at the 6 in some sort of platoon situation until Baez is […]

Bryan Reynolds, Ke'Bryan Hayes Sitting Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds and third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes are not in the starting lineup on Sunday against the Washington Nationals. It's the first day off of the season for Reynolds, who started each of the team's first eight games while going 9-for-33 with two home runs, three RBI and three runs scored for […]

Cedric Mullins Not In The Lineup Sunday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins is not in the starting lineup on Sunday against the New York Yankees. Mullins isn't injured or anything, the Orioles are just giving him his first day off on the young season. The 27-year-old is off to a slow start in 2022, slashing just .176/.432/.382 with a 34.2 percent strikeout […]

Royals-Tigers Postponed On Sunday

The game between the Kansas City Royals and Detroit Tigers on Sunday has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up on July 11. Left-hander Tyler Alexander had been scheduled to start for the Tigers, while right-hander Carlos Hernandez was the Royals scheduled starting pitcher for Sunday's contest. Fantasy managers should […]

Garrett Cooper Injured Saturday

Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (elbow) left the game early on Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies with a left elbow contusion. Cooper was injured when he collided with teammate Jon Berti during a rundown attempt. He initially stayed in the game, but was eventually removed from the contest. The severity of the injury is […]

Hyun Jin Ryu Heading For MRI Exam

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun Jin Ryu (forearm) is going for an MRI exam on Sunday morning after experiencing left forearm soreness on Saturday, according to the team. Ryu felt the soreness during his outing on Saturday against the Oakland Athletics, when he allowed five runs and six hits while walking none in 3 […]

Byron Buxton, Gary Sanchez Out Saturday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (knee) and catcher Gary Sanchez are not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Boston Red Sox. Buxton left the game on Friday due to right knee soreness and is undergoing further tests to rule out a significant injury. It doesn't seem like the 28-year-old's injury is that serious, […]

Nate Pearson To Throw Bullpen Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Nate Pearson (illness) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Saturday, the first real step forward after his bout with mononucleosis. It will be a slower process for Pearson, similar to a spring training buildup, and the Blue Jays want to get him back to a starter's workload. A bulk […]

George Springer Absent From Lineup Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer is taking the day off on Saturday against the Oakland Athletics. Bradley Zimmer will get the start in center field and will hit ninth against A's right-hander Paul Blackburn. Springer is off to a fine start this year, slugging two home runs and driving in five runs while batting […]

Josh Lowe Not Playing Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Chicago White Sox. The Rays are also giving first baseman Ji-Man Choi, outfielder Kevin Kiermaier and catcher Francisco Mejia the day off. Brett Phillips and Manuel Margot will start in the outfield in center field and right field, respectively, […]

Steven Matz Making His Second Start Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Steven Matz (finger) will make his second start of the season on Saturday on the road against the Milwaukee Brewers. Matz was bothered by a blister in his season debut last Sunday in a loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, when he allowed seven earned runs and nine hits while walking one […]

Zac Gallen Starting Saturday Against Mets

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (thumb) will make his season debut on Saturday against the New York Mets after having his last start on Tuesday against the Houston Astros pushed back due to a small cut on his right thumb. The 26-year-old right-hander dealt with shoulder bursitis this offseason as well, but he was […]

James Kaprielian Looks Good In Rehab Start

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher James Kaprielian (shoulder) looked good in his first rehab start on Friday for Low-A Stockton, allowing two earned runs and three hits while striking out six in five innings pitched. Kaprielian allowed two home runs but threw 41 of his 52 pitches for strikes. The 28-year-old right-hander is expected to make […]

Tommy Pham Goes Hitless In Return

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham (hand) went 0-for-4 as the designated hitter in his return to the lineup on Friday in the 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Pham left the game early on Tuesday after colliding with teammate Nick Senzel in the outfield. After his hitless performance in his return to action, Pham […]

Wily Peralta Recalled From Triple-A

The Detroit Tigers selected the contract of right-hander Wily Peralta from Triple-A Toledo on Saturday and designated right-hander Bryan Garcia for assignment in a corresponding move. Peralta got a late start to spring training and was forced to begin the regular season in the minors, but he's now joining the major league roster and could […]

Orioles Place John Means On Injured List

The Baltimore Orioles placed left-hander John Means (elbow) on the injured list on Friday with a left elbow strain. Right-hander Travis Lakins was recalled from the minors in a corresponding move, while Kevin Smith was removed from the 40-man roster and cleared waivers. Means left his start on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Brewers with left […]

Kelvin Joseph Possibly Connected To Fatal Shooting

The Dallas Cowboys released a statement that they are aware of Dallas Cowboys cornerback Kelvin Joseph's "possible connection" to an ongoing murder investigation that occurred on March 18. In video footage obtained in Dallas, one of the individuals involved in the altercation was wearing a YKDV necklace. Joseph, a second-round pick last year, goes by […]

Drake London Takes Part In Pro Day Friday

USC wide receiver Drake London (ankle), who is a projected first-round pick, conducted a full positional workout at his school's Pro Day on Friday in front of roughly have the NFL teams. London suffered an ankle injury last October, but he's already been cleared to take part in all football activities for the team that […]

Luke Maile To Begin Rehab Assignment Friday

Cleveland Guardians catcher Luke Maile (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment on Friday with Triple-A Columbus. Maile started the season on the injured list with a hamstring injury but shouldn't be out for much longer, barring a setback on his rehab assignment. The 31-year-old veteran backstop should serve as the backup to Austin Hedges once […]

Humberto Castellanos To Start Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Humberto Castellanos will start on Sunday against the New York Mets. Caleb Smith, who started in the same rotation spot to begin the season, will pitch out of the bullpen. Manager Torey Lovullo said it could change the next time through the rotation, so it's a fluid spot for now. Castellanos allowed […]

Stephen Piscotty Goes On COVID-19 List

The Oakland Athletics placed outfielder Stephen Piscotty on the COVID-19 list on Friday and also placed A.J. Puk, Kirby Snead and Austin Allen on the restricted list. Catcher Christian Bethancourt, infielder Drew Jackson, right-hander Ryan Castellani and left-hander Zach Logue have been called up. It's unclear whether Piscotty has tested positive for the virus. The […]

Mike Zunino Taking The Day Off Friday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino is not in the starting lineup on Friday against the Chicago White Sox on the road. Zunino and catcher Francisco Mejia have alternated starts behind the dish for the Rays to begin the season, so Mejia will get the nod on Friday and hit ninth against White Sox right-hander […]

Byron Buxton Injured Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton suffered an undisclosed leg injury sliding into second base on a leadoff pop-up double on Friday against the Boston Red Sox. Buxton knew it right away and slapped the ground as he finished his slide. He walked off the field under his own power and won't return to the game. […]

Alex Kirilloff Receives Cortisone Shot

Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff (wrist) received a cortisone shot and tests revealed nothing new going on in his wrist. "It should be something that as time goes on, AK can find a way to play with and manage and do some maintenance on but be able to go at it with," manager Rocco Baldelli […]

Guardians Recall Josh Naylor

The Cleveland Guardians have recalled outfielder Josh Naylor (ankle) from the 10-day injured list on Friday. It remains to be seen if Naylor will be in the starting lineup for his season debut, especially against San Francisco Giants left-hander Carlos Rodon. Naylor missed most of last season due to a major ankle injury, but he […]

Javier Baez Out Again Friday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) will be held out of a third straight game on Friday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Baez continues to fight a swollen right thumb that flared up again at batting practice on Thursday. The Tigers will aim for a return on Saturday. Harold Castro started at the 6 and […]

Panthers The Likely Landing Spot For Baker Mayfield?

The Carolina Panthers seem to be the most likely landing spot for Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said on the Pat McAfee Show. He also said that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would make some sense as well. Mayfield identified the Seahawks as his likely team, but they already have Drew Lock […]