Chris Paddack Hits The Injured List

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Chris Paddack (elbow) was placed on the 10-day injured list with elbow inflammation on Monday, according to A.J. Cassavell of MLB.com. The move is retroactive to September 12, so he's eligible to be activated on September 22. In a corresponding move, the team has called up right-hander Shaun Anderson. The […]

Jaime Barria Battles Through Sunday's Start

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria (2-3) didn't factor into the decision over four innings of Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Houston Astros. He threw 96 pitches, walking four, striking out six, and allowing one run on four hits. It was the fifth time in his last six starts that he's pitched no more […]

Jared Walsh Goes 1-For-4 Sunday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh singled and struck out twice in four at-bats during Sunday's 3-1 loss at the hands of the Houston Astros. It was one of just four hits the Angels recorded on the day. Walsh has now hit safely in 11 of his last 12 games, slashing .390/.432/.732 with three […]

Blake Snell Pulled From Sunday's Start With Injury

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell (groin) exited Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning of their 8-0 loss. According to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune, he experienced left adductor tightness, which is usually a groin injury. The latest news adds on to what has been a disappointing first […]

Brandon Nimmo Progressing Well

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hamstring) is progressing fast after injuring his leg and landing on the 10-day injured list on September 4. According to Anthony DiComo, Nimmo has been sprinting and hitting on the field. He's eligible to be activated on Wednesday, but the team might wait until the weekend to bring him […]

Luis Severino Set For Bullpen Monday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (shoulder, groin) is slated for a bullpen session on Monday, according to Pete Caldera of the USA Today Network. Severino began throwing last week and should be facing live hitters in the coming days if the bullpen goes well. He last pitched in 2019 before undergoing Tommy John […]

Domingo German Scheduled For Rehab

New York Yankees right-hander Domingo German (shoulder) will start a rehab assignment on Tuesday, Pete Caldera of the USA Today Network reports. German hit the injured list in early August with right shoulder inflammation, and he hasn't been in game action since. Prior to the injury, he went 4-5 with a 4.45 ERA and 95 […]

Clint Frazier Won't Return This Season

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (eye, head) will not return to the team this season, according to manager Aaron Boone. Frazier, who has been on the injured list since July 2 with vertigo, began a rehab assignment in mid-August but has been shut down since. When he has played, he hasn't performed, slashing .186/.317/.317 […]

Raisel Iglesias Earns The Save Saturday

Los Angeles Angels reliever Raisel Iglesias pitched the ninth inning of the 4-2 victory over the Houston Astros, securing his 31st save of the season. The score was 4-1 when he entered the inning, but with one out, he allowed a single, a walk, and then a double, which plated one run. Iglesias escaped the […]

Jose Suarez Secures The Victory Saturday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Suarez (7-7) earned the win in Saturday's 4-2 game against the Houston Astros. He allowed just one run on three hits across 5.2 innings, struck out seven, and walked three. He got two strikeouts to start the sixth but gave up a two-out double before being pulled. It was […]

Jorge Alfaro Leaves Early Saturday

Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro exited Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves in the ninth inning after aggravating something on the base paths. It's unclear what exactly occurred, but it likely has to do with his left leg or knee. Alfaro is hardly fantasy relevant at this point, as he's hitting .240 with just four […]

Keibert Ruiz Hit In The Face Saturday

Washington Nationals catcher Keibert Ruiz was hit in the face by a pitch while up to bat during Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The incident occurred in the sixth inning and fellow catcher Riley Adams immediately pinch-ran for him. Ruiz is in the midst of a rough campaign split between the Los Angeles Dodgers […]

Tyler Naquin Exits Saturday's Game

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tyler Naquin (rib) left Saturday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals prematurely after colliding with teammate Jose Barrero in the sixth inning. He was replaced by Shogo Akiyama. According to Bobby Nightengale of the Enquirer, he experienced bruised ribs. There is no word on the severity or if he'll have to take […]

Sam Hilliard's Injury Not Serious

Colorado Rockies outfielder Sam Hilliard (elbow) got hit by a pitch in his elbow during Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Hilliard left the game shortly after, but manager Bud Black said the injury isn't serious and it might heal by Sunday. Hilliard has the tools to be a multi-category contributor but has had a […]

Shohei Ohtani Struggles On The Mound, Thrives At The Plate

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (9-2) hitter didn't look good in Friday's start, pitching just 3.1 innings in the 10-5 defeat to the Houston Astros. He took the loss giving up six runs on nine hits with just one strikeout and no walks. Ohtani's been pretty consistent this season, so it was […]

David Fletcher Extends Hitless Streak Friday

Los Angeles Angels second baseman David Fletcher took an 0-for-5 Friday night against the Houston Astros, who won the game 10-5. Fletcher is now hitless in his last six games, going 0-for-24 with two walks, bringing his average down to .279. Fletcher has almost no power in his bat, with two home runs and a […]

Alex Cobb Throws Sim Game Friday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Alex Cobb (wrist) threw a simulated game on Friday and everything went well, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. He's set to throw again tomorrow and if everything goes as planned, manager Joe Maddon said he'll rejoin the rotation shortly after. Cobb has been a good surprise for fantasy managers, […]

Yadier Molina Heads To Bench Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB.com. Molina has been below-average offensively this season, slashing .253/.299/.375 with 10 HRs and 57 RBI over 106 games. He only has value in deep leagues or two catcher formats. Backup catcher Andrew […]

Edmundo Sosa Not In Thursday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Edmundo Sosa is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to MLB.com. Sosa, who has been getting the majority of the playing time at short recently, has slashed .282/.357/.403 with five home runs and four stolen bases in 98 games. He's a good player […]

Will Smith Getting A Breather Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will take a seat on the bench for Thursday's matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to MLB.com. Smith is one of the best offensive catchers in baseball, with him slashing .271/.377/.514. He's added 23 HRs, 69 RBI, 61 runs, and three stolen bases over 113 games. The superior […]

Corey Seager Absent From Thursday's Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to MLB.com. It's just a day off for Seager, who has played in six consecutive games. When healthy, he's been good offensively, slashing .284/.379/.458 with eight home runs over 73 games. Billy McKinney will play […]

Chris Taylor Not In Thursday's Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor is absent from Thursday's lineup to take on Jake Woodford and the St. Louis Cardinals, according to MLB.com. Taylor has started the past six days and will be getting a chance to rest. He's in the midst of one of his best offensive seasons, slashing .260/.347/.453 with 20 HRs, […]

Wade LeBlanc Out For The Year

St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Wade LeBlanc (elbow) will miss the remainder of the year with a left elbow injury, according to Derrick S. Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. LeBlanc was placed on the injured list on August 13, and his recovery hasn't been going as planned. Before being sidelined, he had a 4.41 ERA […]

Dylan Bundy Throws Bullpen Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Dylan Bundy (shoulder) completed a bullpen session on Wednesday. It was his first bullpen since landing on the injured list on August 25 with a right shoulder strain, and he's set to throw another on Saturday. According to Jeff Fletcher of the Southern California News Group, Bundy expects to be back […]

Brandon Marsh Triples In Loss

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Brandon Marsh tripled and scored a run in four at-bats during Wednesday's 8-5 loss to the San Diego Padres. It was Marsh's third triple of the season in just 49 games. He's slashed .253/.314/.367 with one home run and three stolen bases thus far. Marsh has been struggling over his last […]

Matt Wisler Exits Early Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Matt Wisler left Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox with an apparent injury, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. It's unclear what kind of injury occurred, with more information to come. Wisler, who was just activated from the injured list on Wednesday, has put up good numbers […]

Vince Velasquez Looks Good In Second Rehab Start

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez (finger) was sharp in his second rehab start, striking out nine over 3.2 innings while allowing one run on one hit and one walk. Velasquez has been out of action since late July after a blister placed him on the injured list on August 2. He should be close to […]

Tim Anderson Takes Batting Practice Wednesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (hamstring) took batting practice on Wednesday, according to James Fegan of The Athletic. Anderson was placed on the injured list on September 1 after straining his left hamstring. It's a step in the right direction, and hopefully, he can continue his progression and make it back on the field […]

Seth Brown To Start Rehab Thursday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Seth Brown (COVID-19) will play in his first rehab game Thursday with Low-A Stockton, according to Martin Gallegos. Brown was placed on the injured list on August 27 after testing positive for the COVID-19 virus. Brown's putting up mixed numbers at the plate this season, slashing .203/.270/.457 with 16 HRs over 94 […]

Josh Lowe Gets The Call Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfield prospect Josh Lowe has been called up to the majors on Wednesday. Lowe is the fourth-ranked prospect in the Rays system, according to MLB.com. He has the speed-power combination that makes players so valuable in fantasy baseball, smashing 21 HRs and stealing 24 bases in 98 Triple-A games this year. He […]