Danny Santana Launches Homer No. 23

Texas Rangers third baseman Danny Santana went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Angels Tuesday. Santana now has two hits in his last 22 plate appearances, with both hits being home runs. Santana was due for some regression after a torrid start to the second half as his BABIP was […]

Adam Haseley Drives In Two, Steals Base

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Adam Haseley went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base in a loss to the Pirates Tuesday. The injuries in the Philadelphia outfield have led to everyday playing time for the rookie, but he remains on the fringes of fantasy relevancy. Haseley is batting just .246 and that is mostly empty […]

Drew Smyly Struggles Again Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Drew Smyly allowed four runs in 5 2/3 innings in a no-decision against the Pirates Tuesday. Smyly allowed nine hits, including two, homers as his recent struggles continued. In his first two starts after being acquired by the Phillies Smyly allowed only one run in 13 innings. Opposing offenses have been […]

Sam Darnold Out For Preseason Finale

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold won't play in the team's final preseason game against the Eagles. This was expected as it is common for teams to sit their starters in the fourth preseason game but head coach Adam Gase said some expected starters would play. Darnold finishes the preseason 17-for-25 for 211 yards and […]

Trumaine Johnson Returns To Practice

New York Jets cornerback Trumaine Johnson (hamstring) returned to practice on a limited basis Tuesday. Johnson had been out with a hamstring injury and didn't participate in team drills but today was a good sign he's on track for week 1. Johnson is listed as the top cornerback on the Jets' depth chart and will […]

Brock Burke Fires Six Strong Innings

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Brock Burke allowed one run in six innings Sunday in a loss to the White Sox. Burke allowed two hits and three walks while striking out five on the afternoon. Burke has now allowed only one run through his first 12 MLB innings. The left-hander primarily pitched in Double-A this season […]

Taylor Bertolet Nails Two Long Field Goals

New York Jets kicker Taylor Bertolet connected from 48 and 56 yards as well as an extra point in the third preseason game Saturday. It was a badly needed good game for Bertolet who missed two extra points in the second preseason game against the Falcons. There was talk around the team they may go […]

Jamison Crowder Makes One Catch Saturday

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder caught his only target for eight yards in the team's third preseason game Saturday vs New Orleans. Crowder finishes the preseason with three catches for 39 yards and a touchdown in his first year working with Sam Darnold. Crowder battled injuries last season but could be a value […]

Eric Tomlinson Plays Only Four Snaps

New York Jets tight end Eric Tomlinson only played four snaps in the team's third preseason game Saturday against the Saints. Tomlinson is expected to split time with fellow tight end Ryan Griffin while starter Chris Herndon serves his four-game suspension but didn't get much playing time and didn't see a single target. Tomlinson is […]

Rhys Hoskins Breaks Homer Drought

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in a loss to the Marlins Sunday. Hoskins had not gone deep since August 3 and has been struggling mightily in the second half. Since the All-Star break, Hoskins is batting .168 with only five home runs. Fantasy owners should continue to trust […]

Aaron Nola Strikes Out Seven In Loss

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola allowed three runs over seven innings Sunday in Miami. Nola struck out seven in the contest and only allowed five hits and a walk but took his fourth loss of the season. Nola has now gone at least seven innings in four of his last five starts with three […]

Scott Kingery Clubs Three-Run Homer Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Scott Kingery went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer Saturday at Miami. Kingery finally seems to be busting out of an extended slump since the All-Star break that got him moved down in the order. Kingery batted an abysmal .192 in July and the homer Saturday was his first since August 5. He […]

Zach Eflin Pitches Well Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin allowed two runs in six innings while earning his eighth win of the season Saturday in Miami. Eflin scattered six hits and didn't walk a batter but only struck out two on the evening. It was a nice bounce-back effort for Eflin who was only making his second start […]

Willie Calhoun Homers Again Saturday

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun hit his 15th home run of the season Saturday in Chicago as part of a 2-for-4 night. Calhoun continues to be one of the hottest hitters in baseball with eight homers and a .617 slugging percentage in August. The top prospect is batting .292 on the season while with a […]

Robby Anderson Goes For 60 Yards Saturday

New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson caught both of his targets for 60 yards against the Saints on Saturday. The highlight of Anderson's night was a 41-yard reception where he made a nice adjustment on an underthrown ball from Sam Darnold. Anderson finishes the preseason with five catches on five targets for 92 yards […]

Ty Montgomery Scores Touchdown Vs Saints

New York Jets running back Ty Montgomery carried the ball eight times for 21 yards and caught all four of his targets for 24 yards and a touchdown against the Saints on Saturday. Montgomery has been the Jets most productive running back so far with Le'Veon Bell not playing preseason games. The former wide receiver […]

Sam Darnold Finishes Preseason On High Note

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold went 8-for-13 for 97 yards and a touchdown in the team's third preseason game on Saturday. Darnold's night was highlighted by a 41-yard strike to Robby Anderson and a 2-yard touchdown pass to Ty Montgomery against the Saints backups. It wasn't all good for Darnold as the offense looked […]

Bilal Powell Getting Work With Starters

New York Jets running back Bilal Powell was getting snaps with the starters during the team's preseason game with the Saints on Saturday. Powell is clearly ahead of Elijah McGuire for the role of primary backup according to Manish Mehta. Starting running back Le'Veon Bell was not playing in the game but head coach Adam […]

Ariel Jurado Provides Length, Little Else In Loss

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Ariel Jurado had a weird night in Chicago as he allowed six runs but also threw an eight-inning complete game while taking the loss. Jurado allowed 10 hits and a walk but was efficient enough the Rangers left him in for eight innings. Unfortunately for fantasy owners, part of that efficiency […]

Elvis Andrus Clubs 10th Homer Of Season

Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the White Sox Thursday. Andrus was the Rangers offense in this one as they could only get three hits off Ross Detwiler and the bullpen. It was a rare homer for the shortstop, but he's been valuable to fantasy […]

Chris Herndon IV Preparing To Stay Ready Through Suspension

New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon IV is getting a significant amount of work this training camp, as head coach Adam Gase made it clear he wants the sophomore tight end to be ready when his suspension is up. Gase wouldn't even rule Herndon out for the team's fourth preseason game, a rarity for […]

Willie Calhoun Blasts 13th Homer

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun went 2-for-4 with a solo home run against the Angels on Wednesday. Calhoun now has a five-game hitting streak which is an extension of his hot hitting since being recalled to the Majors. Calhoun is batting .303 in the second half with 8 home runs in 27 games. He's hitting […]

Nick Solak Stays Hot With Two Doubles

Texas Rangers second baseman Nick Solak went 2-for-3 with two doubles, a walk, and three runs scored Wednesday vs the Angels. Solak has now reached base in all three games since being called up and could continue to see regular playing time with the Rangers out of playoff contention. In Triple-A this season, between the […]

Corey Dickerson Drives In Two Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Corey Dickerson went 2-for-5 with two RBI in a win at Fenway Park Wednesday night. Dickerson now has 12 RBI in 12 games started as a member of the Phillies batting in the middle of their potent lineup. He won't hit for average and he is yet to walk with the Phillies […]

Rhys Hoskins Reaches Three Times In Win

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins doubled and walked twice in a win over the Red Sox Wednesday. The double was Hoskins' first extra-base hit since August 6, as the slugger has been mired in an extended slump. He's hitting just .176 in the second half and has the batted ball profile to match. Hoskins […]

Sam Darnold Looks Sharp Wednesday

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold had another solid practice Wednesday as he prepared for what will likely be his last preseason action Saturday vs the Saints. Darnold completed 10 of his first 11 passes in team drills Wednesday and also threw four straight touchdowns in red-zone drills, a major area of weakness in his […]

Taylor Bertolet Off To Good Start With Jets

New York Jets kicker Taylor Bertolet is making a strong first impression on his new team. Bertolet was signed only a few days ago after Chandler Catanzaro abruptly retired but has already made an impression on the team. Bertolet went 4-for-4 on field goals during team drills connecting from 44, 40, and twice from 33 […]

Mike Minor Struggles Vs Angels

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Mike Minor allowed six runs in 5 2/3 innings Wednesday night vs the Angels. Minor cruised through three innings before allowing two runs in the fourth, fifth and sixth before being removed from the game. Minor had gone at least seven innings in each of his previous three outings so this […]

Drew Smyly Struggles In Boston

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Drew Smyly only lasted 3 2/3 innings in a no-decision at Fenway Park. Smyly only allowed two runs, but gave up five hits, three walks and left a bases-loaded jam the bullpen was able to bail him out of. Smyly made two excellent starts to begin his Phillies tenure, but since […]

Marcus Stroman Leaves Start With Hamstring Tightness

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman left his start Wednesday with left hamstring tightness, according to Tim Healey. Stroman pitched four scoreless innings but allowed five hits and only one earned run with a strikeout against the Indians before exiting the game. Stroman is having a nice season with a 3.18 ERA and 3.70 […]