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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Noah Syndergaard Officially Activated, Carlos Gomez Designated For Assignment

The New York Mets have activated pitcher Noah Syndergaard off the 10-day IL Sunday to start the series finale against the Braves. Outfielder Carlos Gomez has been designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Syndergaard was put on the IL on June 16 with a hamstring strain and made one rehab start striking out nine […]

Corey Seager Hoping To Return Shortly After All-Star Break

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager is hopeful of returning to the team when they come out of the All-Star break on July 12. He's been on the shelf since June 13 with a strained calf and is hoping to get in some rehab games soon and play in the minors throughout the break. Seager […]

Ozzie Albies Sitting In Sunday Nighter

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies is out of the lineup for Sunday night's game versus Noah Syndergaard and the New York Mets. Johan Camargo will play second and bat seventh in his absence. Albies left Saturday's game early after he was struck by a pitch on his left elbow, but it appears the team […]

David Peralta Resting Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta is absent from the lineup in Sunday's finale against Madison Bumgarner and the San Francisco Giants. Ketel Marte will shift to the outfield while Ildemaro Vargas will take over at the keystone. Peralta is getting a routine day of rest, which comes at a good time against a tough left-hander, […]

A.J. Pollock, David Freese To Face Live Pitching Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock and first baseman David Freese are set to face live pitching Sunday as they both work their way back from injury. Pollock has been out since April 30 with an elbow infection while Freese has been sidelined for just a week with a hamstring strain. Freese likely won't need […]