Keone Kela Shut Down Due To Workload Concerns

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Keone Kela is being shut down for the rest of the season "to ensure an optimal amount of rest and recovery to be ready in spring training 2019," according to general manager Neal Huntington. Kela hasn't pitched since Sept. 3 but has 52 innings on the year, which is more than […]

Michael Fulmer Injured Saturday

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (knee) left his start early on Saturday with right knee inflammation. Fulmer didn't even record an out and gave up back-to-back home runs to the only two batters he faced before departing. His frustrating season continues, as he's 3-11 with a 4.69 ERA and 7.48 K/9 over 24 starts. […]

Lance McCullers Jr. To Throw Bullpen Tuesday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (forearm) hit 94 mph with his fastball in a bullpen session on Saturday and even faced a hitter, according to manager A.J. Hinch. McCullers will throw another bullpen session on Tuesday and could return to the team shortly after that. However, with him expected to return to a […]

Robert Foster To See Increased Role

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Robert Foster is expected to see a bigger role in Week 2 against the Chargers after the team released Jeremy Kerley. The move also frees up Zay Jones to work more in the slot, a position he's more comfortable with. While Foster's role increases this weekend, he shouldn't be on anyone's […]

Jeremy Hellickson Re-Injures Wrist Saturday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jeremy Hellickson (wrist) is leaving the game early on Saturday after clenching his wrist after taking a swing. Hellickson was making his first start since returning from a disabled list stint for a wrist injury. The right-hander had allowed two hits and no runs in three innings against the Braves before […]

Jarlin Garcia Starting Saturday

Miami Marlins pitcher Jarlin Garcia will make the start on Saturday against the Phillies. Garcia has a 5.05 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and unimpressive 5.8 K/9 over 23 outings (six starts) for the Fish this year. He's unlikely to go very long in this game and should be avoided for fantasy purposes.

Spencer Turnbull To Make Start Wednesday

Detroit Tigers pitcher Spencer Turnbull will start on Wednesday against the Twins. Turnbull has thrown a scoreless inning for the Tigers. The right-hander was 5-8 with a 3.92 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 10.0 K/9 in 23 starts (119 1/3 innings) over four minor league levels this year. He might not be long for this game […]

Michael Lorenzen To Start Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Michael Lorenzen will start on Tuesday against the Brewers. Lorenzen has been decent in 42 relief outings this year for the Reds, posting a 3.21 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and career-low 6.5 K/9 over 67 1/3 innings. Considering the fact that he hasn't made a start since 2015, Lorenzen isn't a streaming option […]

Brandon Morrow Will Be Eased Back In

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) will not be put back into the ninth-inning role immediately upon his return. Morrow threw a simulated game on Saturday and said he is ready to return in a few days. Pedro Strop (hamstring) is now out for the rest of the regular season, and […]

Aroldis Chapman To Throw Sim Game Monday

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (knee) threw a 26-pitch bullpen session on Saturday and said he felt fine. He will now throw a simulated game on Monday. Chapman could be cleared to rejoin the bullpen after that if he doesn't suffer any setbacks. The hard-throwing left-hander should then be put back in the ninth-inning […]

Josh Gordon Won't Play In Week 2

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 2 against the Saints after he came into the team's facility on Saturday complaining about his hamstring, according to a source. Gordon has been dealing with a hamstring issue ever since he reported to training camp late. He could be in question […]

Aaron Rodgers Practices Saturday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) practiced on Saturday but is still listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Vikings and there is no guarantee he plays. He will be evaluated again on Sunday morning to see how he responds. Rodgers didn't need to practice at all this week in order to play, […]

Ben Roethlisberger Will Play Sunday

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) will play against the Chiefs in Week 2, according to sources. This was always expected to be the case, even after Roethlisberger missed practice both Wednesday and Thursday. He'll be in play as a high-end QB1 this week against a Chiefs secondary that will likely be missing safety Eric […]

Keke Coutee, Sammie Coates Ruled Out

Houston Texans wide receivers Keke Coutee (hamstring) and Sammie Coates (hamstring) have been ruled out for Week 2 against the Titans. Coutee has now missed both games of the season. He's worth holding in dynasty leagues for his long-term upside, but he's unlikely to have much value in single-year leagues in 2018. Will Fuller (hamstring) […]

Marcus Cannon Unlikely To Play

New England Patriots right tackle Marcus Cannon (calf) will take an impressive improvement in order to play through a calf injury in Week 2 against the Jaguars, according to a source. The team is preparing LaAdrian Waddle to play this week if Cannon can't suit up. If Cannon doesn't play on Sunday, it'll be a […]

DeSean Jackson Expected To Play

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver DeSean Jackson (concussion, shoulder) is expected to clear the concussion protocol and play in Week 2 against the Eagles, barring an unforeseen development, according to a source. Jackson went off for 146 yards and two touchdowns in the season opener, but it'll obviously be tough to match those numbers against […]

Trevor Bauer To Throw To Hitters Tuesday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer (leg) had a successful bullpen session on Saturday and will throw to hitters on Tuesday. The Indians are trying to build Bauer back up so that he can get in a start or two before the postseason. It's no guarantee, though, and fantasy owners shouldn't be holding out much […]

Bills Release Jeremy Kerley

The Buffalo Bills released wide receiver Jeremy Kerley on Saturday and signed defensive tackle Robert Thomas from the practice squad in a corresponding move. Kerley caught two of four targets for only seven yards in the season opener. Buffalo's depth behind Kelvin Benjamin was already suspect, so the release of Kerley is a bit of […]

Christian Villanueva Shut Down

San Diego Padres third baseman Christian Villanueva (finger) has officially been shut down for the rest of the season after he broke the middle finger on his right hand in August. Villanueva finishes with a .236/.299/.450 slash line with 20 home runs in 110 games in 2018. The 27-year-old had a couple of decent stretches […]

Clayton Richard To Have Another Knee Surgery

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Clayton Richard (knee), who had a season-ending left knee debridement last week, is expected to undergo another surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right knee next month. The left-hander finished the year with a 5.33 ERA in 27 starts and wasn't much use to fantasy owners at all. […]

Jose Castillo Could Be Future Closer

San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jose Castillo could have the stuff (fastball/slider mix) and demeanor to be the team's future closer. He has a 2.45 ERA and has allowed 16 hits in 33 innings while striking out 35 percent of the hitters he faces. "The scary thing is he's still learning, still getting better," said […]

Brandon Belt Day-To-Day

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) was pulled from the game early on Friday, but he said he has no long-term concerns with his knee and considers himself day-to-day. Manager Bruce Bochy said it'll be hard to keep starting Belt the rest of the year if he can't make it through a full […]

George Springer Injures Shoulder Friday

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (shoulder) is day-to-day after injuring his shoulder during a diving attempt in the outfield on Friday. Manager A.J. Hinch said that Springer could return to the lineup on Saturday. Springer might be held out on Saturday as a precaution, so make sure to check the lineup first. He's hitting a […]

Jorge Lopez To Undergo MRI Saturday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Jorge Lopez (rib cage), who left his start early on Friday after being hit by a line drive in the rib cage, will undergo an MRI exam on Saturday. X-rays showed no fracture to his rib cage, but Lopez is hurting when he takes deep breaths. Lopez allowed nine hits […]

Clay Buchholz's Season Is Over

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo announced on Friday that starting pitcher Clay Buchholz (forearm) will be shut down for the rest of the year. It's a blow to Arizona's playoff chances and to fantasy owners. Buchholz was a huge asset in 2018, going 7-2 with a 2.01 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 81 K's in 98 […]

Seahawks Secondary Could Be Vulnerable

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (thigh) was added to the injury report on Friday with a thigh injury and didn't practice. Middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (groin) also sat out the second straight day with a groin issue. Also, guard D.J. Fluker (hamstring), linebacker K.J. Wright (knee) and wide receiver Doug Baldwin (knee) seem unlikely to […]

Brett Phillips Cleared To Pinch Hit

Kansas City Royals outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) has been cleared to pinch hit after he took batting practice on Thursday and Friday. Phillips should be able to return to the lineup soon, but he's hitting a putrid .198/.262/.342 with two homers and 11 RBI in 111 at-bats this year and can probably be left to […]

David Hess To Start Sunday

Baltimore Orioles pitcher David Hess will make the start on Sunday against the White Sox. Hess is 3-10 this year with a 5.17 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and very mediocre 6.0 K/9 in 18 outings (16 starts) for the Orioles. Even against the weak White Sox lineup, you'd have to be pretty desperate to roll with […]

Luis Ortiz Injured Friday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Luis Ortiz (hamstring) left his MLB debut early on Friday due to a left hamstring strain. Ortiz said he dealt with a similar injury earlier in the year in the minors, but this one doesn't seem as serious. The rookie had allowed one earned run on four hits in 1 2/3 […]

Clay Buchholz Has Flexor Strain

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said starting pitcher Clay Buchholz's (forearm) MRI exam showed a flexor strain in his arm. The team will know more on his condition when they talk to him on Friday night. Buchholz was scratched from his start on Thursday, and it's unclear when he might be able to pitch again. […]