Bryan Shaw Optioned To Triple-A

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Bryan Shaw was optioned to Triple-A. Shaw joined the Reds as a non-roster invite earlier in the winter. Last season, the 37-year-old logged just four innings in the major leagues. Across this short stint, Shaw allowed four earned runs and held a 4:4 BB:K. During the 2023 campaign, Shaw logged 45 […]

Mookie Betts Could Miss Tokyo Series

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder/infielder Mookie Betts (illness) has been showing fatigue during team practices and could be in danger of missing the Tokyo series. Manager Dave Roberts said, "I think that we're really trying to be mindful of not just Opening Day but not putting him in harm's way." He added, " I just don't […]

Quinton Byfield Scores In Sixth Straight Contest

Los Angeles Kings center Quinton Byfield found the back of the net for the sixth-straight time on Saturday evening during their victory over the Nashville Predators. Byfield would be the lone goal scorer in this contest. He would find the back of the net on a wrist shot during overtime to power Los Angeles to […]

Artemi Panarin Extends Point Streak To Eight Games

New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin tallied a goal and an assist during their victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday evening. In the second period, Panarin found the back of the net during 5-on-5 play. Later in the third period, Panarin would tally the primary helper on Vincent Trocheck's 19th goal of […]

Pyotr Kochetkov Shuts The Door On Flyers On Saturday

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov stopped all 26 shots he saw on Saturday evening during their victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. The Hurricanes held the slight advantage in the shot total but Kochetkov was able to step up when called on. This outing also extended his win streak to five games. During this impressive stretch, […]

Anthony Cirelli Strikes Twice On Saturday

Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli scored two goals during their 6-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Saturday evening. Cirelli scored his first goal in the second period on a deflection. Later in the third frame, Cirelli would score an empty-netter which put the game out of reach. This was a much-needed breakout outing […]

Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal, Adds Assist In Victory

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin tallied two points during their victory over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Ovechkin tallied the primary helper on Dylan Strome's opening goal. Later in the third period, Ovechkin would find the back of the net, which put him just eight goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's record. During […]

Connor Dewar Scores Twice On Saturday

Pittsburgh Penguins center Connor Dewar found the back of the net twice during their victory over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday afternoon. Dewar scored his first goal in the opening frame on a wrist shot. Later in the third period, Dewar would score the empty-netter to put the game out of reach. Dewar has […]

Colby Thomas Sustains Injury On Saturday

Athletics outfield prospect Colby Thomas (knee) exited Saturday's contest after being hit by a hard liner in his right knee. Thomas needed help from a trainer to leave the game. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team will likely provide an update after he goes through testing. Thomas is considered the […]

Josh Rojas Exits Early On Saturday

Chicago White Sox infielder Josh Rojas (toe) exited Saturday's spring training contest early due to toe soreness. The team will likely provide an update on his status after he goes through further testing. Rojas is expected to be their everyday second baseman at the start of the regular season. Earlier in the offseason, the White […]

Thairo Estrada Removed From Saturday's Contest

Colorado Rockies second baseman Thairo Estrada (head) was removed early from Saturday's spring training contest. Estrada's head was hit by an opponent's inadvertent foot during a tag play. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team may opt to keep him sidelined for a few games out of precaution. Estrada is slated […]

Nick Kurtz Exits After Hit-By-Pitch

Athletics first base prospect Nick Kurtz (hand) exited Saturday's spring training contest after being hit by a pitch in his hand. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team will likely provide an update in the coming days. Kurtz is considered one of the top prospects in the Athletics' system. He was […]

Tobias Myers Exits Early On Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Tobias Myers (oblique) exited Saturday's spring training contest with left-oblique discomfort. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team will likely provide an update in the coming days. The 26-year-old is expected to open the season in the starting rotation. Last season, Myers made his MLB debut and […]

Brice Turang Dealing With Shoulder Fatigue

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Brice Turang (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder fatigue. He was scratched from Saturday's lineup but the team noted that the move was precautionary. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status but the injury does not seem overly serious. When healthy, Turang is expected to be the everyday second baseman in […]

Amed Rosario Returning On Saturday

Washington Nationals infielder/outfielder Amed Rosario (knee) is returning to the starting nine on Saturday afternoon. Rosario will cover shortstop and bat at the top of the other. Rosario has been battling a minor knee injury during the week but is quickly returning to the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but […]

Jose Trevino Going For CT Scan

Cincinnati Reds catcher Jose Trevino (hand) is undergoing a CT scan on his right hand on Saturday. Trevino suffered this injury during Friday's spring training contest. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he could be at risk of missing the start of the regular season if this injury is serious. The Reds […]

Bryce Eldridge Will Not Play On Saturday

San Francisco Giants first base prospect Bryce Eldridge (hand) will not play in Saturday's Spring Breakout contest. Eldridge was scratched from the lineup due to left hand soreness. However, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area noted that this injury is believed to be minor. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on his […]

Blake Perkins Cleared For Light Baseball Activities

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins (lower leg) was cleared for light baseball activities on Saturday. The 28-year-old suffered a fractured right shin earlier in camp. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as he slowly begins to increase his workload. However, he is not expected to be available during the start of the regular […]

Doug Nikhazy Optioned To Triple-A

The Cleveland Guardians have optioned left-handed pitching prospect Doug Nikhazy to Triple-A Columbus. Nikhazy was competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster but was unlikely to break camp with the major-league roster. Instead, Nikhazy will continue his development at the top level of the minor leagues. Last season, the former second-round selection began […]

Jung Hoo Lee Scratched On Saturday With Back Tightness

San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (back) was scratched on Saturday due to back tightness. Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay noted that the injury is believed to be minor and he could be back in the lineup on Sunday. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status, but it appears that the injury is […]

Garrett Crochet Starting On Opening Day

Boston Red Sox left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet will get the starting nod on Opening Day against the Texas Rangers. Earlier in the offseason, the Red Sox acquired the southpaw in a blockbuster deal in which they sent prospects Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth, and Wikelman Gonzalez to the White Sox. Last season, Crochet logged […]

Nick Castellanos Returning On Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (illness) is returning to the starting nine on Saturday afternoon. Castellanos is slated to cover right field and bat in the six-hole. Castellanos has been sidelined earlier in the week due to this illness. However, given that he is returning to the lineup, suggests he will not be in any […]

Trevor Story Starting On Saturday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (back) is returning to the starting lineup on Saturday afternoon. The 32-year-old will cover shortstop and bat cleanup. Story was dealing with back tightness earlier in the week but will be making a quick return to the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Returning On Saturday

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (side) is starting on Saturday afternoon. Hayes will cover the hot corner and bat at the top of the lineup. Hayes has been held out of action since the first week of the month due to left side tightness. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status, but seeing him […]

Jordan Walker Returns To Lineup On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker (knee) is returning to the starting lineup on Saturday afternoon. He is slated to cover right field and bat in the six-hole. The former 21st overall selection in the 2020 MLB Draft has been sidelined since early March with this knee injury. However, seeing him return to the lineup […]

Paul Skenes Named Opening Day Starter

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes was named the Opening Day starter. Skenes will face the Miami Marlins. The former first-overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft made his MLB debut last May and was one of the most valuable pitchers in fantasy. He tossed 133 innings and held a stellar 1.96 ERA and a […]

Gunnar Henderson Hopes To Be Ready For Opening Day

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (intercostal) is feeling better and is still planning to be ready for Opening Day. Roch Kubatko of MASN noted that Henderson is planning to get into spring training contests soon as well. Henderson sustained this injury in February but is still on track to be in the Opening Day lineup. […]

Rafael Devers, Wilyer Abreu Starting On Saturday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulder) and outfielder Wilyer Abreu (illness) are in the starting lineup on Saturday. Devers will be the DH and bat in the two-hole while Abreu will cover right field and bat eighth. Devers has been dealing with a shoulder injury throughout most of camp. There have been reports […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Could Run Less To Stay Healthy

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (knee) believes that he can play better than he ever has but will change his playstyle. The former 2023 NL MVP noted that he would "rather steal 30 and play a whole year as opposed to stealing 70, injuring myself and missing a whole year." Fantasy managers should continue […]

Brooks Raley Drawing Interest On Market

According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, free agent relief pitcher Brooks Raley (elbow) is drawing interest from several clubs on the market. Raley underwent Tommy John surgery last May but is expected to be cleared to pitch later in the season. Ragazzo noted that several teams are interested in signing the southpaw to a […]