Omar Narvaez Continues Breakout With Two-Homer Game

Seattle Mariners catcher Omar Narvaez provided the only offense for the team in their 9-2 loss to the A’s on Tuesday. He finished the game going 3-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs as he continues to improve on a breakout season. Narvaez is sporting a rock-solid .297/.368/.504 slash line with 16 bombs, 38... Read More

Athletics Tag Marco Gonzales For Six Runs

Seattle Mariners starter Marco Gonzales served up six runs to the Oakland Athletics in Tuesday’s 9-2 defeat. The lefty gave up a pair of home runs on seven hits through six frames while striking out five in the subpar outing. Gonzales had a terrific start to the season, but has since fell back to earth... Read More

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 16

As we enter the second half of the season you may have already found a dependable catcher that you roll with week-in and week-out, but as we know, backstops are the most volatile position in fantasy baseball. With that being said, we should always be aware of the landscape of the position just in case... Read More

Yusei Kikuchi Labors Through Four Frames Sunday

Seattle Mariners starter Yusei Kikuchi suffered his sixth loss of the season at the hands of the Los Angeles Angels Sunday. He gave up three runs on two hits, including a home run, while striking out three in the 87-pitch effort. Kikuchi struggled with his command walking four on the afternoon, which has been a... Read More

Domingo Santana Keeps Producing With 19th Home Run

Seattle Mariners outfielder Domingo Santana belted his 19th homer of the year Sunday in the team's 6-3 loss to the Angels. He finished the afternoon going 2-for-4 with a pair of runs scored and an RBI. Santana is continuing a stellar debut season with the M's sporting a .283/.350/.495 slash line with 54 runs and... Read More

Homer Bailey Traded To Athletics

The Kansas City Royals have dealt starting pitcher Homer Bailey to the Oakland Athletics prior to Sunday's game. Bailey was a late scratch from his scheduled start versus the Detroit Tigers, as Brian Flynn replaced him with the reason unknown at the time, but now we have confirmation of the trade. Bailey has found success lately... Read More

Brad Peacock Suffers Shoulder Setback

Houston Astros pitcher Brad Peacock is heading to Houston to evaluate his shoulder after experiencing some soreness on Saturday. He's been sidelined since June 28 with shoulder discomfort and was slated to return to the rotation Monday after a successful start in Double-A. Framber Valdez will take over his start against the Angels while we... Read More

Luis Severino Cleared For Throwing Program

New York Yankees starter Luis Severino has been cleared by doctors to begin his third rehab throwing assignment as he works his way back from a lat injury. He suffered this ailment while rehabbing his shoulder injury that has held him out of action since spring training. There is no firm timetable for his return... Read More

Daniel Vogelbach, Omar Narvaez On The Pine Sunday

The Seattle Mariners are resting first baseman Daniel Vogelbach, and catcher Omar Narvaez in Sunday's finale versus Angels lefty Jose Suarez as the team looks to hold off a weekend sweep. Tim Beckham is batting fourth at DH while Tom Murphy will bat fifth and sit behind the plate as both are cheap DFS options... Read More

Nolan Arenado, Charlie Blackmon Both Out Sunday

After a late night 17-9 loss on Saturday the Colorado Rockies are resting their two All-Stars, third baseman Nolan Arenado and outfielder Charlie Blackmon. Raimel Tapia will leadoff for the Rox while Ryan McMahon shifts to third with Garrett Hampson getting the nod at second versus Reds starter Tyler Mahle. The Rockies have a double-header... Read More

George Springer Resting On Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer is receiving a routine day of rest in Sunday's contest versus Ariel Jurado and the Texas Rangers with Jake Marisnick getting the nod in center. After missing a month's worth of action with a hamstring injury, Springer has yet to find his power groove since returning to the lineup at... Read More

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 15

As we patiently wait through the All-Star Break, you may have already found a dependable catcher that you roll with week-in and week-out, but as we know, backstops are the most volatile position in fantasy baseball. With that being said, we should always be aware of the landscape of the position just in case a... Read More

Mallex Smith Swipes 23rd Bag

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mallex Smith went 1-for-4 in Friday's loss to the Athletics, recording a single, stolen base, and a run scored in the contest. The theft was Smith's 23rd of the season as he's comfortably in second place in the majors in this category, five behind Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi. Since his early-season demotion... Read More

Yusei Kikuchi Spins Seven Solid Frames In Loss

Seattle Mariners starter Yusei Kikuchi was effective in the team's 5-2 loss to the Athletics on Friday. The southpaw gave up two earned runs over 7.0 innings, while walking one batter and striking out five for his best start in nearly a month. Kikuchi hasn't impressed in his first year in the Majors, posting a... Read More

J.P. Crawford Clubs Fourth Homer

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford went 1-for-4 in Thursday's contest, slugging his fourth homer of the year in the 5-4 loss. His solo shot in the first inning broke a 1-for-15 slump, and he also chipped in with an RBI groundout in the third. Crawford is slashing a shiny .290/.361/.486 with 18 runs and 24... Read More

Scooter Gennett Leaves Game With Injury

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett was forced from Wednesday's game in the fourth inning with left groin tightness. He dove for a ball in the defensive half of the second inning which could have been the cause for the injury. Gennett has missed all but five games this season with a right groin tear,... Read More

David Robertson Hopeful To Return Before August

Philadelphia Phillies reliever David Robertson threw a 19-pitch bullpen session Wednesday as he recovers from a Grade 1 flexor strain in his elbow. Robertson hopes to start throwing his curveball Friday, followed by another bullpen Sunday before beginning a rehab assignment following the All-Star Break. Barring any setbacks, the 34-year-old should return before August, likely... Read More

Buster Posey Receiving Day Off Wednesday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey is getting a routine day of rest Wednesday as the club squares off against Cal Quantrill and the Padres. The veteran has picked it up lately with three multi-hit games in his last four starts, but has just one homer since May 5 and only three on the season.... Read More

Mitch Moreland To Begin Rehab Games Soon

Boston Red Sox first baseman Mitch Moreland is inching back to the team's lineup as he hopes to begin a rehab assignment soon. He was placed on the injured list on May 29 with a back injury, then was subsequently put back on the IL with a quad strain after returning for one game. Moreland... Read More

Derek Carr Poised For Improvement In 2019

With the overhaul in receiving corps this offseason, Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is in a prime spot to bounce back to fantasy relevance in 2019. Jared Cook's departure is a significant blow after leading the team in receiving yards last season, but the additions of Antonio Brown and Tyrell Williams will undoubtedly pick up... Read More

Antonio Brown Providing Leadership To Raiders Locker Room

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown is not only bringing his dynamic skillset over to the Bay Area, but his leadership qualities as well. Teammates are raving about his willingness to advise younger players and his "positive presence" around the team. This feedback comes as a bit of a surprise with all the bad blood... Read More

Roenis Elias Shuts Down Cardinals For 11th Save

Seattle Mariners reliever Roenis Elias collected his 11th save of the season in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the Cardinals. His only blemish was serving up a one-out double to Dexter Fowler, but he capped off the scoreless frame by striking out a pair and getting a groundout to end the game. Elias has been lights... Read More

Omar Narvaez Tallies 12th Homer Tuesday

Seattle Mariners catcher Omar Narvaez hit a two-run dinger off Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty in Tuesday's win, finishing the game going 2-for-4. The homer was the 12th of the year for Narvaez who has hit a shiny .292 with 40 runs and 31 RBI so far this season. These stats are now all career-highs for... Read More

Catcher Waiver Wire Pickups For Week 14

As we sit a week away from the All-Star Game you may have already found a dependable catcher that you roll with week-in and week-out, but as we know, backstops are the most volatile position in fantasy baseball. With that being said, we should always be aware of the landscape of the position just in... Read More

Dinelson Lamet Could Join Rotation This Weekend

San Diego Padres pitcher Dinelson Lamet threw a bullpen session at Petco Park Monday, which would line him up for a potential start Thursday or Friday against the Dodgers. Lamet missed the entire 2018 campaign after undergoing Tommy-John surgery in spring training which was disappointing after he was touted by many experts to break out.... Read More

Hunter Renfroe Batting Cleanup Monday

San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe is back in the lineup Monday after sitting out the entire weekend series against the Cardinals with an illness. He slides immediately into the cleanup spot as the club takes on Jeff Samardzija and the San Francisco Giants in the series opener. Renfroe is having a tremendous season despite... Read More

Dereck Rodriguez Optioned To Triple-A

The San Francisco Giants have optioned pitcher Dereck Rodriguez to Triple-A and recalled outfielder Austin Slater to take his roster spot. Rodriguez began the year in the rotation for the Giants, but was sent down to the minors after eight underwhelming starts. He returned to the club at the end of May, this time in... Read More

Brewers Pick Up Drew Smyly On Minor League Deal

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed pitcher Drew Smyly to a minor league contract and will insert him into the rotation with their Triple-A affiliate. The left-hander posted a 1-5 record with an ugly 8.42 ERA and 1.91 WHIP through 13 appearances (nine starts) with the Rangers earlier this year before getting released last month. It's... Read More

Ender Inciarte To Begin Rehab Assignment Monday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte will begin a rehab assignment with the High-A affiliate Florida team Monday as he works his way back from a back strain. He's been shelved since May 15 after slashing and underwhelming .218/.300/.323 with two homers and three thefts in 40 games. With Austin Riley still hitting well and improving... Read More

Francisco Mejia Returns To Lineup Monday

San Diego Padres catcher Francisco Mejia is back in the lineup Monday and batting sixth as the team squares off against Jeff Samardzija and the San Francisco Giants. The 23-year-old took a pitch off of his forearm Saturday forcing him from that contest and sat out Sunday as well as a precaution. Mejia has caught... Read More