Giancarlo Stanton Considered Day-To-Day

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (quad) is considered day-to-day with left quad tightness. Stanton was scratched from Friday's lineup due to the ailment, which he first felt during the series finale against the Rays- and again during pregame warmups. Manager Aaron Boone said that the slugger could be "down a couple of days" […]

Gio Urshela Belts Pinch-Hit Homer

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela didn't start in Friday's victory over the Orioles, but made an impact off the bench with his bat. Urshela entered as a pinch hitter for Tyler Wade in the seventh inning and put together a great at-bat, working a 2-2 count and fouling off four pitches before depositing […]

Aaron Judge Goes Yard Twice In Win Over Orioles

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went 2-for-3 with a pair of solo home runs and a walk in a 5-4 win over Baltimore. Both of Judge's homers were key hits for the Yankees, as each one gave them the lead. All three of Judge's batted balls from Friday's game registered exit velocities of 100 […]

Jonathan Loaisiga Picks Up Second Save

New York Yankees relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga notched his second save of the season in Friday's 5-4 win over the Orioles. Loaisiga entered the game in the ninth with a one-run lead and made it looked easy, needing just six pitches to shut the door on the Orioles. The 26-year-old doesn't figure to see many […]

Corey Kluber Earns Third Win Of Season

New York Yankees starting pitcher Corey Kluber didn't have his sharpest stuff but still earned his third victory of the season in a 5-4 defeat of the Orioles. Kluber allowed four runs on six hits in seven innings of work, striking out six batters with a pair of walks. The veteran right-hander had surrendered only […]

Mitch Garver Gets The Day Off Friday

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver is getting a breather on Friday and won't be in the lineup for the first game of the series against the Athletics. Garver was behind the plate for each of the past two games, going 2-for-8 with a run scored. Benjamin Rortvedt will serve as the backstop and bat ninth.

Andrelton Simmons Back In The Lineup Friday

Minnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) is back in the lineup for Friday's series opener against Oakland. Simmons sat out a game with inflammation in his right ankle, though it was never regarded as a serious issue. He'll resume his usual position as the starting shortstop and will bat eighth against Frankie Montas. Simmons is […]

Miguel Sano On The Bench Again Friday

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Athletics. Sano has now been out of the lineup for three of the last four games, as he is in the middle of a slump that has seen him produce just three hits in 21 at-bats in May. The […]

Alex Kirilloff Taking Grounders Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman Alex Kirilloff (wrist) was on the field taking grounders during warmups ahead of Friday's game against the Athletics. Manager Rocco Baldelli also noted that Kirilloff has progressed to taking dry swings. There is still no timetable for the talented prospect's return to action, though it would certainly be a good sign […]

Gio Urshela Absent From Friday's Lineup

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (knee) is not in the lineup for Friday's series opener against the Orioles. Manager Aaron Boone had mentioned after Thursday's game that Urshela was still dealing with some knee soreness- so it's not particularly surprising to see him take a seat on the bench. Miguel Andujar will get […]

Giancarlo Stanton Scratched From Friday's Lineup

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (quad) has been scratched from Friday's lineup due to left quad tightness. Stanton was originally slated to resume his usual role as the number-two hitter in the order, though he was removed from the lineup late. The slugger had appeared in each of the last nine games, so […]

Gleyber Torres Could Return Soon

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres could make his return to action "real soon." Torres tested positive for COVID-19, though he has been asymptomatic, which means he could return sooner than the normal 10-day quarantine period if he tests negative multiple times. That would be good news for both the Yankees and his fantasy managers, […]

Aaron Hicks Has Torn Tendon Sheath In Left Wrist

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (wrist) had an MRI on his left wrist, which revealed a "torn sheath that holds the tendon in place." Hicks is currently taking medication, and the Yankees will know in a few days whether it's resolved or will ultimately require surgery. It's a tough blow for Hicks- who is […]

Jacob deGrom Plays Catch Friday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (side) played catch on the field Friday. deGrom was placed on the 10-day injured list with tightness in his right side on Tuesday, though he has been able to throw, which seems to indicate that it will be a short stint on the sidelines, a sentiment the Mets […]

Stephen Strasburg Scheduled For One More Outing Before Return

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (shoulder) is slated to pitch in one more outing before he is deemed ready to return to the big league rotation. Strasburg has pitched in two simulated games already, throwing about 60 pitches in his latest outing, though the Nationals want him to build up his innings and pitch […]

Gio Urshela Still Dealing With Knee Soreness

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (knee) is still experiencing some soreness in his knee, per manager Aaron Boone. Boone said that Urshela could get the day off on Friday in the series opener against Baltimore. The issue certainly hasn't affected his play on the field, as he has collected four hits in the […]

Carlos Rodon Good To Go For Saturday's Start

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (back, hamstring) is good to go for his scheduled start on Saturday against the Royals, per manager Tony La Russa. Rodon was dealing with back and hamstring tightness and had his start pushed back a couple of days as a result, though it was never believed to be […]

Daniel Lynch Sent Down To Triple-A

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Daniel Lynch was sent down to Triple-A Omaha on Friday. Lynch was shaky in Thursday's outing, as he surrendered seven hits and three earned runs in just 2 2/3 innings, raising his season ERA and WHIP to 15.75 and 2.87, respectively. Manager Mike Matheny noted that the team believes in […]

Austin Meadows Drives In Four Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles and a home run in Thursday's 9-1 win over the Yankees. Meadows homered in his second at-bat of the day, then doubled twice, driving in a pair of runs on one of his two-baggers. The 26-year-old was in the midst of a […]

Max Kepler Goes Yard Thursday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's loss to the White Sox. Kepler's homer was a line-drive missile into the stands, as it registered a game-high exit velocity of 110.2 MPH. The 28-year-old went through April without homering but has left the yard three times in May, all […]

Michael Pineda Fans Seven In Loss

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda was solid despite being charged with the loss against the White Sox. Pineda pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits while fanning seven batters compared to three walks. The veteran right-hander was a bit erratic at times- though he was still able to limit the […]

Aaron Hicks Out Of Lineup Due To Wrist Soreness

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (wrist) is not in Thursday's lineup due to a sore left wrist. The Yankees sent Hicks for an MRI, so hopefully, it isn't anything too serious. Stay tuned for updates on the status of the veteran outfielder. Brett Gardner will start in center field in place of Hicks and […]

Luke Voit Gets The Day Off Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit is getting a breather on Thursday and is not in the lineup for the series finale against the Rays. Voit played each of the first two games of the series- his first two contests back from injury- going 0-for-6 with a walk and two strikeouts. Mike Ford will […]

Gleyber Torres Tests Positive For COVID-19

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list. Torres missed Wednesday's game as a precautionary measure, with the Yankees awaiting the results of his testing. It turns out the Yankees' cautious approach was warranted, as the 24-year-old has tested positive for the virus. Torres had the virus last December […]

Miguel Sano Sitting On Thursday

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano is taking a seat on the bench for Thursday's game against the White Sox. Sano is not in the lineup for the second time in three games amidst a 3-for-21 slide with 11 strikeouts in May. The slugger is generally streaky at the dish, though it's concerning to see […]

Andrelton Simmons Absent From Thursday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) is absent from the lineup for Thursday's contest against the White Sox. Simmons is dealing with swelling in his right ankle, an issue that reportedly popped up during Tuesday's game while he was sliding into a base- and forced him out of Wednesday's game early. Jorge Polanco will get […]

Paul DeJong Out Of Thursday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong (side) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Brewers. DeJong had to leave Wednesday's contest with left side discomfort- and it will cost him a game Thursday. Manager Mike Shildt said that the team is still awaiting the results of his MRI, though it sounds like […]

Christian Yelich To Start Rehab Assignment Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (back) is set to begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Nashville on Friday. Yelich was able to take batting practice on Tuesday and was hitting homers- so he's certainly progressing well in his recovery from a back injury. Manager Craig Counsell said that his return date is still to be […]

Yadier Molina Gets Day Off Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Brewers. Molina is getting a breather in the midst of an 0-for-8 stretch with three strikeouts in his last two games, though fantasy managers should be patient with the veteran backstop, who had compiled three hits and four RBI […]

Omar Narvaez Activated From Injured List Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Omar Narvaez (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday, as expected. Narvaez hasn't played since April 30- though his return was imminent after he was able to ramp up his activity well. The veteran backstop has recorded a .972 OPS with three homers and 11 RBI in 22 games […]