Jake Lamb Released By The Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays designated third baseman Jake Lamb for assignment this past weekend. He cleared waivers and he has officially been released by the team. He is now a free agent. The 30-year-old spent most of the year with the Chicago White Sox, who designated him for assignment on September 1. He was claimed […]

Austin Meadows Isn't In Wednesday's Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows will be on the bench to start Wednesday's game against the Houston Astros and right-hander Luis Garcia. Meadows is batting .231 with a .314 on-base percentage, 26 home runs, and four stolen bases in 579 plate appearances this season. Manuel Margot will instead get the start in left field […]

Yandy Diaz Expects To Return On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz (rib) was removed from Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros due to left side rib discomfort. He is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game and it sounds as if he'll be out on Thursday as well. However, Diaz told the media on Wednesday that he expects […]

Mike Zunino Not Starting Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino isn't starting on Wednesday. The Rays will take on the Houston Astros and right-hander Luis Garcia but will do so with one of their best power hitters on the bench. Zunino is hitting .214 with a .300 on-base percentage and 32 home runs in 363 plate appearances this season. […]

Justin Turner Is On The Bench Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Justin Turner isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres and left-hander Ryan Weathers. Turner is enjoying another strong season in 2021, both for the Dodgers and fantasy managers. In 596 plate appearances, the veteran is hitting .274 with a .359 on-base percentage, 25 home runs, […]

Scott Kazmir To Start Against Diamondbacks On Thursday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Scott Kazmir will get the start for Thursday's game against former Giant Madison Bumgarner and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Kazmir made his last start on Wednesday last week and he went four innings, allowing four hits, three walks and one unearned run while striking out three. He threw 71 pitches in […]

Cody Bellinger Not Starting On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger isn't starting on Wednesday against the San Diego Padres and left-hander Ryan Weathers. The 25-year-old is hitting .158 with a .237 on-base percentage, nine home runs, and a pair of stolen bases in 338 plate appearances this season. AJ Pollock, Gavin Lux, and Mookie Betts are starting from left […]

Brady Singer Placed On Injured List With Arm Inflammation

The Kansas City Royals placed starting pitcher Brady Singer (arm) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. The 25-year-old right-hander is dealing with right arm inflammation. The injury came up during his start against the Cleveland Indians on Tuesday. He wasn't able to make it out of the first inning in the start as he […]

Patrick Corbin Done For The Season

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Patrick Corbin (finger) won't pitch again in 2021. He is dealing with a blister on his finger. The injury news came up after his start against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday. He would have lined up to pitch in the team's final game of the season on Sunday, but manager Davey […]

Patrick Wisdom Placed On Injured List On Wednesday

The Chicago Cubs placed third baseman Patrick Wisdom on the injured list on Wednesday. No reason was given by the club for his move to the injured list, which could suggest it is related to COVID-19. Infielder Trent Giambrone was called up from Triple-A to fill his roster spot. Wisdom could still return before the […]

Mitch Garver Isn't In The Lineup Wednesday

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver is on the bench for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Tigers and right-handed starter Casey Mize. In 234 plate appearances for the Twins this season, Garver is batting .261 with a .363 on-base percentage and 13 home runs. It'll be Ryan Jeffers starting at catcher instead on Wednesday. Jeffers is […]

Tim Anderson Suspended But Elects To Appeal

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson has been suspended for three regular season games by the MLB. The decision has been made in response to Anderson making contact with an umpire in Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Anderson has elected to appeal the suspension, so he is still eligible to play while his appeal […]

Kyle Schwarber On The Bench Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Kyle Schwarber isn't in the lineup on Wednesday for a matchup with the Baltimore Orioles and left-handed starter Zac Lowther. Schwarber is batting .266 with a .367 on-base percentage, 32 home runs, and a stolen base in 452 plate appearances this season. Boston is starting Alex Verdugo, Enrique Hernandez, and Hunter […]

Albert Pujols Activated From The Injured List Wednesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated first baseman Albert Pujols from the injured list on Wednesday. He only spent a day on the injured list. He was placed there on Tuesday after experiencing side effects from the second COVID-19 vaccine. Relief pitcher Andrew Vasquez was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move. The future Hall of […]

Shohei Ohtani Won't Pitch Again In 2021

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani will not take the mound again this year, according to Angels manager Joe Maddon. He will only serve as a hitter the rest of the way. Ohtani's 2021 season as a pitcher comes to an end with a 9-2 record, a 3.18 ERA, a 1.09 WHIP and […]

Michael Brantley Activated And Starting On Wednesday

The Houston Astros activated Michael Brantley (knee) from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. He is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, playing designated hitter and batting second. Brantley missed a little over two weeks due to a knee injury. Over 116 games on the year, he's slashed .315/.367/.441 […]

Gary Sanchez Taking A Seat On Wednesday

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez is heading to the bench for Wednesday's game against Jose Berrios and the Toronto Blue Jays. Kyle Higashioka is getting the start behind the plate, catching for Yankees ace Gerrit Cole. Sanchez has had a very typical Gary Sanchez type of month in September. He's hit five home runs […]

Adalberto Mondesi Getting A Breather On Wednesday

Kansas City Royals shortstop/third baseman Adalberto Mondesi is absent from the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Zach Plesac and the Cleveland Indians. Hanser Alberto is getting the start at the hot corner and batting ninth in the game. Mondesi has been running wild in September, doing his best to make up for lost time […]

Nick Castellanos, Joey Votto Sitting On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos and first baseman Joey Votto are getting the day off on Wednesday as the team faces Carlos Rodon and the Chicago White Sox. The Reds were officially eliminated from the postseason on Tuesday, so it's not particularly surprising to see the two stars getting the day off. Max Schrock is […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands On Injured List, Done For The Year

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (wrist) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday. He is dealing with left wrist soreness and due to the timing of the roster move, he will miss the remainder of the 2021 season. Hoy Park is starting at third base for the second consecutive game on Wednesday […]

Devin Williams Breaks His Hand After Punching A Wall

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Devin Williams (hand) will miss the rest of the regular season and is likely out for the postseason as well. The 27-year-old reliever got a bit too excited during the team's celebrations after clinching the NL Central title on Sunday. During the celebration (which indeed included some drinking), he punched a […]

Yu Darvish Ends 2021 Campaign With A Whimper

In likely his final start of 2021, San Diego Padres starter Yu Darvish permitted two earned runs in four innings against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite six strikeouts, the right-hander labored over 85 pitches, surrendering five knocks and four walks. After an All-Star first half, Darvish cratered in his final 12 starts, absorbing eight losses […]

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Chris Bassitt Ineffective In Short Start At Seattle On Tuesday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Chris Bassitt allowed one earned run in 3 1/3 innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Tuesday night. Bassitt was lucky to only allow the one run as he walked three and allowed three hits before being removed with runners on base in the fourth inning. The fact Bassitt is […]

Chad Pinder Homers In Loss To Mariners On Tuesday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Chad Pinder went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in a loss at the Mariners on Tuesday. Pinder has now hit safely in four straight games as he's been one of the few A's hitting well as the season winds to a close. He only has five homers on the season to go […]

Zack Wheeler Suffers Tough-Luck Loss Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler allowed two runs across seven innings, but was out-dueled by Charlie Morton and took the loss in Atlanta on Tuesday night. Wheeler allowed only four hits and one walk while picking up seven K's in his latest strong effort. On the season, Wheeler is 14-7 with a sparkling 2.78 […]

Trevor Williams Goes Four Strong Innings In Bulk Outing

New York Mets pitcher Trevor Williams entered in the second inning of Tuesday's nightcap against the Miami Marlins, taking over for opener Noah Syndergaard. Williams went four innings, allowing one run on five hits with six strikeouts. Williams has been excellent since joining the Mets, posting a 2.63 ERA in nine appearances including three starts. […]

Edwin Diaz Saves 31st Game

New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz saved his 31st game of the season in the first half of Tuesday's doubleheader, allowing no baserunners and striking out two in an inning of work. He has now gone six consecutive outings without allowing an earned run. Despite a less-than-sparkling reputation, Diaz has converted on all but […]

Marcus Stroman Reaches Double-Digit Wins

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman finally hit double-digits in the win column Tuesday, earning his 10th victory of the season against the Miami Marlins in the first half of a doubleheader sweep. Stroman allowed two runs on five hits and two walks with four strikeouts in five innings. He also added a stolen […]

Jonathan Villar Doubles Twice, Steals A Base Tuesday

New York Mets infielder Jonathan Villar started both games of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Miami Marlins, going 1-for-3 with an RBI and a stolen base in the first game and 2-for-3 with two doubles and a run scored in the second game. Villar has slashed .269/.336/.426 with three homers and four steals over his last […]