Nathan Eovaldi Strikes Out Seven In 2022 Debut

Boston Red Sox right-hander Nathan Eovaldi allowed three runs over five innings in a 6-5 loss to the New York Yankees on Opening Day. Eovaldi struck out seven and walked one in the 11-inning loss to New York. The veteran hurler tossed 76 pitches, 56 of which went for strikes in his 2022 debut. Two […]

Gerrit Cole Allows Three Runs On Friday

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole allowed three runs over four innings in a 6-5 win over the Boston Red Sox in 11 innings on Friday. Cole struck out three and walked one in his team's Opening Day game. The veteran right-hander threw 68 pitches in the outing, a no-decision. He gave up all three […]

Jose Berrios Roughed Up On Friday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios did not fare well in his Opening Day start against the Texas Rangers on Friday. Berrios got just one out in the game while coughing up four runs on three hits and two walks. He was replaced in the game by Tayler Saucedo after throwing 34 pitches, 18 of […]

Xander Bogaerts Leaves Friday's Game With Injury

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts left Friday's game early after injuring his hamstring. Bogaerts departed following a 10th-inning single in which he was seen favoring his leg on his way to first base. He was replaced by Jonathan Arauz at shortstop in the 11-inning loss. Boston manager Joey Cora told reporters after the game […]

CJ Abrams Making MLB Debut On Friday

The San Diego Padres are starting CJ Abrams at shortstop and batting him eighth for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Abrams is making his MLB debut after making the team's Opening Day roster but not getting into the game on Thursday. The 21-year-old is regarded as one of the top prospects in baseball and […]

Steve Cishek Ejected From Friday's Game

Washington Nationals right-hander Steve Cishek was ejected from his team's game against the New York Mets on Friday night after he hit Francisco Lindor in the face during the fifth inning. Lindor was the only batter Cishek faced in an outing that spanned just two pitches. It didn't appear that Cishek intentionally hit Lindor, but […]

Francisco Lindor Leaves After Hit By Pitch

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor was removed from his team's Friday night game against the Washington Nationals after getting hit in the face by a Steve Cishek pitch. Cishek hit Lindor during the fifth inning, prompting both teams' benches and bullpens to clear out. On the bright side, Lindor was able to exit the […]

Craig Kimbrel Shaky In First Save As A Dodger

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel allowed one earned run on two hits while striking out two to earn the save in Friday's 5-3 win against the Colorado Rockies. He surrendered a double to catcher Elias Diaz and later yielded an RBI double to outfielder Charlie Blackmon. The 33-year-old was able to shake it off […]

Camilo Doval Blows Three-Run Lead

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Camilo Doval was asked to take the ball in the ninth inning of Friday's game against the Miami Marlins. Veteran lefty Jake McGee threw a scoreless eighth inning before handing the ball to Doval. Sadly, Doval allowed three hits and three earned runs to cough up the lead to the […]

Matt Barnes Unavailable On Friday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes (back) was unavailable for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. The right-hander was sidelined due to back stiffness, according to manager Alex Cora. Fantasy managers have a bit more clarity now why Hansel Robles came in during the ninth inning. He was followed by Jake Diekman and […]

Brooks Raley Locks Down Save

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Brooks Raley was asked to save the day on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles. Andrew Kittredge is expected to be the favorite for saves, but ended up pitching the eighth in this one. J.P. Feyereisen replaced Kittredge in the ninth, but didn't last too long. He recorded two outs, but […]

Drew Steckenrider Notches First Save

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Drew Steckenrider notched his first save of the season on Friday against the Minnesota Twins. Paul Sewald came in and pitched the eighth inning before handing the ball over to Steckenrider. Sewald retired all the batters he faced before exiting the game. Steckenrider made things interesting by allowing a leadoff single, […]

Kyle Schwarber Begins His Philly Career With A Bang

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber made a good first impression with his new team, hitting a home run to lead off Friday's Opening Day matchup against the Oakland Athletics. He later added a walk and an RBI single, helping the club in their 9-5 victory. Schwarber looks to be a valuable addition to the Phillies […]

Yuli Gurriel Placed On Paternity List

Houston Astros infielder Yuli Gurriel has been placed on the paternity leave list. He is expected to be away from the team for a few games. Aledmys Diaz will start in his place at first base and bat fifth against Los Angeles Angels southpaw Reid Detmers on Friday. Joe Perez has been recalled to replace […]

Josh Donaldson Delivers Walk-Off RBI Single

New York Yankees third baseman Josh Donaldson hit a walk-off single in the team's 6-5 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday. It was a dramatic ending to Donaldson's first game as a Yankee. His walk-off hit came in the 11th inning of the game with the free runner on second base. He hit […]

Cooper Hummel Leading Off For Arizona Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Cooper Hummel is the designated hitter and is serving as the team's leadoff hitter for their second game against the San Diego Padres on Friday night against left-hander Sean Manaea. Outfielder Daulton Varsho, who hit leadoff on Opening Day, will move to the six spot with a lefty on the hill. Hummel […]

Joan Adon Expected To Start On Saturday

Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Joan Adon is expected to start the team's third game of the season against the New York Mets on Saturday. Erick Fedde would follow him up as the team's starter on Sunday with Anibal Sanchez opening the team's second series of the year against the Atlanta Braves on Monday. Mark Zuckerman […]

Javier Baez Hits Walk-Off Single In Tigers Debut

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez had a memorable ending to his debut in a Detroit Tigers uniform on Friday. With two outs in the ninth inning, the game tied at four and a runner on third, Baez came up to the plate. He hit a long fly ball to the wall in right field. Chicago […]

Tyler Naquin Hitting Second In Friday's Game

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tyler Naquin is batting second in Game 2 of the team's four-game series against the Atlanta Braves on Friday. He'll be going up against Braves right-handed pitcher Charlie Morton. Naquin was held out of the lineup for the team's season opener against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday as lefty Max Fried was […]

Brandon Nimmo Leading Off Against Nationals On Friday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (neck) is set to lead off and play center field in the team's second game of the season against the Washington Nationals on Friday. Nimmo was held out of action on Thursday as he was dealing with a stiff neck. Mark Canha started in center field on Thursday and […]

Jorge Soler Leading Off In Marlins Debut

Miami Marlins outfielder Jorge Soler is batting leadoff in the team's season opener against Logan Webb and the San Francisco Giants on Friday. This will be the Marlins debut for Soler, who signed a three-year deal with the team in March. Soler had an up-and-down season in 2021, but he capped it with a World […]

Lane Thomas, Victor Robles Sitting On Friday

Washington Nationals outfielders Lane Thomas and Victor Robles are both out of the lineup for Friday's game against right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer and the New York Mets. Thomas and Robles are both right-handed hitters and manager Dave Martinez has chosen to go lefty-heavy with Friday's lineup. Left-hander Yadiel Hernandez is getting the start in left […]

Brad Miller Leading Off For Rangers On Opening Day

Texas Rangers outfielder Brad Miller is slotting in as the team's leadoff hitter for Opening Day against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. The 32-year-old inked a contract with the Rangers last month. He spent the 2021 season with the Philadelphia Phillies and slashed .227/.321/.453 with 20 home runs, 49 RBI and 53 runs over […]

Gio Urshela Hitting Cleanup In Twins Debut

Minnesota Twins third baseman Gio Urshela is hitting cleanup in Friday's season opener against Robbie Ray and the Seattle Mariners. This will be the Twins debut for the 30-year-old, who was acquired alongside catcher Gary Sanchez in the trade that sent Josh Donaldson to the New York Yankees last month. Urshela slashed .267/.301/.419 with 14 […]

Lucas Giolito Leaves Friday's Start With Abdominal Tightness

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito (abdomen) was removed from his start on Opening Day against the Detroit Tigers after four innings. According to the club, he was dealing with abdominal tightness on his left side. He is currently being evaluated by the training staff. The 27-year-old was cruising through his outing before the […]

Bubba & the Bloom EP3 - Benched with Bubba (Episode 461)

Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Ryan Bloomfield (@RyanBHQ). In tonight's episode, the guys will go over some recent fantasy baseball news, take a look at the Opening Day slate of games, talk about what they are looking for this weekend, listener questions, and more. Be sure to subscribe to the Benched With Bubba Podcast, part […]

No Timetable For Tommy La Stella

There is no timetable for San Francisco Giants infielder Tommy La Stella (Achilles), but he says he's day-to-day. Scar tissue is likely contributing to his Achilles discomfort. There were thoughts of using him as the designated hitter to begin the season because he has been swinging the bat well, but it made more sense to […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Hitting Ninth Against Giants

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is starting at the keystone and is batting ninth against San Francisco Giants right-hander Logan Webb on Opening Day on Friday. Joey Wendle is also getting the start over Brian Anderson at third base while batting sixth in the order. Chisholm has exciting power/speed capabilities after he hit […]

Logan Webb To Be On Soft Pitch Count

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb will be on a soft pitch count on Opening Day against the Miami Marlins on Friday, according to manager Gabe Kapler. Webb might not go as deep into his first start of the season as his fantasy managers would hope for, but you should still be starting him […]