Alex Verdugo Dropped To Sixth In Batting Order

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo has been dropped to sixth in the batting order on Monday night against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Ross Stripling. Verdugo is hitting just .218/.315/.269 with no home runs, four RBI and 16 strikeouts in 89 plate appearances over the last 28 days, so perhaps the move down the order […]

Pirates Acquire Dillon Peters, DFA Kyle Crick

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired left-hander Dillon Peters from the Los Angeles Angels on Monday and have assigned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. In a corresponding move, the team designated right-hander Kyle Crick for assignment. Peters has not pitched in the big leagues this year and allowed three earned runs on two homers in just 1 2/3 […]

Nolan Arenado Not Playing Monday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Chicago Cubs. Arenado has just one hit in 13 at-bats in the last seven days, so it's a good time to give him a breather to begin the week. He's been a bit disappointing overall in his first […]

Brendan McKay To Pitch In Florida Complex League

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Brendan McKay (shoulder), who had a setback with scar tissue in his shoulder a few weeks ago, will pitch in the Florida Complex League on Tuesday. It will be McKay's first outing since June 29. Once one of the team's top pitching prospects, McKay has not pitched in the major leagues […]

Elieser Hernandez Throws 20-Pitch Bullpen Session

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez (quadriceps) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Monday. Hernandez has made slow progress since straining his right quadriceps while running the bases more than two months ago, but he's back on a mound now. The 26-year-old right-hander has made just two starts this year, but he could be a […]

Nick Senzel Could Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that outfielder Nick Senzel (knee) has made great progress in the last week and could go on a minor league rehab assignment next week. Senzel was able to take ground balls over the weekend and is on track to return next month, barring setbacks. The 26-year-old has been sidelined […]

Christian Arroyo Lands On Injured List

The Boston Red Sox placed infielder Christian Arroyo (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Monday with a hamstring strain and activated utility man Danny Santana (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. Arroyo injured himself while stretching for a ball on Sunday and is expected to miss more than 10 days. […]

Reynaldo Lopez Starting Game 2 Against Twins

Chicago White Sox right-hander Reynaldo Lopez will start Game 2 of a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect much out of Lopez in his first start of 2021. The 27-year-old was called up from Triple-A Charlotte over the weekend after he went 1-6 with a 7.62 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and […]

Nick Castellanos Still Out

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos (wrist) remains out of the starting lineup on Monday against the New York Mets. Castellanos hasn't played since he was hit by a pitch on his right wrist last Friday. X-rays came back negative, but fantasy managers must continue to be patient and consider him day-to-day. He's been one of […]

Mets Likely To Start Robert Stock On Tuesday

The New York Mets are leaning toward using right-hander Robert Stock for the game on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. Stock only threw one inning at Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. The 31-year-old was recently claimed off waivers from the Chicago Cubs and allowed two runs in four innings in a spot start against the Milwaukee […]

Saquon Barkley Still Non-Committal On Status

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) said his right knee is feeling "pretty good," but he remains non-committal on how much he'll do at training camp and whether he'll be ready for Week 1 against the Denver Broncos. Barkley is not expected to be a full-go at the start of training camp, a […]

Dolphins Would Still Consider Trading For Deshaun Watson

The Miami Dolphins have enough lingering questions about second-year quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's ability and future that they would still consider trading for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson if his legal situation is somehow resolved in time for the 2021 season, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the team's thinking. Watson has been accused of […]

A.J. Dillon To Have A Bigger Role In 2021?

Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon, a second-rounder last year, finished the regular season with just 46 carries for 242 yards (5.3 yards per carry) and two touchdowns while serving as the third back behind Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams. He also missed five games with COVID-19 and played only 97 snaps (9.34 percent). […]

Victor Gonzalez Back From The Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated relief pitcher Victor Gonzalez (foot) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and optioned right-hander Jake Reed to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move. Gonzalez landed on the injured list with plantar fasciitis, but he's back and ready to go for the Dodgers bullpen in the second half of […]

Wander Franco Not In The Lineup Monday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Baltimore Orioles. Franco, the top prospect in baseball heading into this season, has disappointed so far in 74 at-bats at the major league level, going 16-for-74 (.216) with three home runs, eight RBI and two stolen bases. He's also […]

Michael Pierce Suffers Calf Injury

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Michael Pierce (calf) suffered a calf injury while training, and his availability for the start of training camp is now in doubt, according to a source. Pierce might wind up missing some time this month, but it's not expected to keep him off the field to begin the regular season. The […]

Steelers Hosting Melvin Ingram Monday

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting veteran free-agent pass-rusher Melvin Ingram for a visit on Monday, according to a source. Ingram has also received interest from the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins. The Steelers have a big need for an edge rusher after Bud Dupree left this offseason, and Ingram, a three-time Pro Bowler, could […]

Jaguars Sign First-Rounder Travis Etienne Jr.

The Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to terms with first-round running back Travis Etienne on his four-year rookie deal on Monday, according to a source. Like fellow first-round quarterback Trevor Lawrence, Etienne (the No. 25 overall pick) will receive no offset language in his deal and a large amount of his signing bonus upfront. The Clemson product […]

Jake Woodford Called Up To Start On Monday

The St. Louis Cardinals recalled right-hander Jake Woodford from Triple-A Memphis on Monday and optioned outfielder Lars Nootbaar to Memphis in a corresponding move. Woodford will make the start on Monday against the Chicago Cubs. The 24-year-old will be making just his second career big league start, with his other one coming last year. In […]

Cole Beasley A Candidate To Be Released?

While it's unlikely, the possibility of the Buffalo Bills releasing veteran wide receiver Cole Beasley this summer shouldn't be entirely ruled out. If Beasley were to be released, he'd save the team $5.341 million against this year's salary cap. His dead-money hits over the next two years would be $2 million and $1.5 million respectively, […]

Mario Addison's Roster Spot May Be In Jeopardy

Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Addison's roster spot could be in jeopardy this summer after the team drafted defensive ends Greg Rousseau and Boogie Basham in the first two rounds. They are both guaranteed roster spots heading into their rookie seasons. Addison signed a three-year deal last offseason, but he had just five sacks in […]

Jake Fraley Remains Out Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley (illness) remains out of the starting lineup on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels. Fraley was scratched from the lineup on Friday with the illness, and he needs at least one more day to recover. Jake Bauers will start in left field and hit ninth against Angels right-hander Alex Cobb on […]

Kody Clemens Increasing His Versatility

Detroit Tigers second baseman Kody Clemens has played first base and right field, in addition to the keystone, in July. The 25-year-old has played second base in 23 games, right field for four games and first base for three games for Double-A Toledo. Clemens is increasing his versatility with a crowded infield picture in Detroit […]

Michael Fulmer Progressing, Matthew Boyd Further Behind

Detroit Tigers right-hander Michael Fulmer (neck) is "doing great" after starting rehab activity early in July, according to manager A.J. Hinch. He's been out since June 27 with a right cervical spine strain. Fulmer must complete a bullpen session this weekend before he's allowed to progress to live batting practice. He recently played long toss […]

Corey Seager Homers During Simulated Game

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hand) hit a home run in seven at-bats during a simulated game at the team's spring training complex on Saturday. Seager could face reliever Corey Knebel in a simulated game on Monday, and the Dodgers might have a better idea of when Seager might be able to go on […]

Jacob deGrom Shut Down With Forearm Tightness

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (forearm) is getting treatment for forearm tightness and has been shut down from throwing, according to manager Luis Rojas. The good news is that deGrom's MRI exam showed no structural damage. It's unknown when the best pitcher in the game will make his next start now. Fantasy managers […]

Francisco Lindor Dealing With Grade 2 Oblique Strain

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (oblique), who was put on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, has a Grade 2 oblique strain. Lindor said he doesn't have a timetable for a return. "I'd love to say it's day to day, but it's not. It's more week to week." Despite the bad news for the […]

Bruce Zimmermann Expected Back In August

Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said he expects left-hander Bruce Zimmermann (biceps) to return from the injured list in early to mid-August. Zimmermann has been on the shelf since the middle of June with left biceps tendinitis, but there's a good chance that most fantasy managers haven't missed him at all. The 26-year-old southpaw has […]

Sam Huff Activated, Optioned To Double-A

The Texas Rangers activated catcher Sam Huff (knee) from the 60-day injured list on Saturday and optioned him to Double-A Frisco. Huff is coming back from knee surgery and was slashing .244/.340/.659 with five home runs and 10 RBI in 11 games in the Rookie League and at Frisco before he went under the knife. […]

Clint Frazier Not Doing Baseball Activities

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier has been able to lift weights but isn't doing any baseball activities yet. He will visit with another eye doctor on Monday and will need to go on a minor league rehab assignment before he returns to the active roster. Frazier went on the injured list before the All-Star […]