Vladimir Gutierrez Struggles Vs. Marlins

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Vladimir Gutierrez struggled in a 6-1 loss to the Miami Marlins on Saturday. Gutierrez allowed five runs over three innings while he struck out two and allowed seven hits, including a three-run homer to Jesus Sanchez. Gutierrez took the loss, dropping his record to 9-4 with a 4.03 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, and […]

J.T. Realmuto Could See More Time At First Base

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto could see increased playing time at first base over the final weeks of the season, according to Todd Zolecki of MLB.com. The move is being made for several reasons according to Zolecki, including using Realmuto as a part-time replacement for Rhys Hoskins now that he's done for the year. This […]

Mike Moustakas Exits With Hip Tightness

Cincinnati Reds infielder Mike Moustakas (hip) exited Saturday's game due to right hip tightness, according to Bobby Nightengale Jr. of the Cincinnati Enquirer. Moustakas struck out swinging to lead off the top of the second inning, and he was then replaced on defense in the bottom half of the inning by Asdrubal Cabrera. It's been […]

Santiago Espinal Exits Saturday With Hip Injury

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Santiago Espinal (hip) exited Saturday's game with a right hip flexor strain, the team announced on Twitter. Espinal had gone 0-for-1 at the plate prior to exiting in the bottom of the third inning against the Tigers. He's really only been an option in very deep formats this season, as he's […]

Charlie Blackmon Not In Lineup On Saturday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is not in the starting lineup on Saturday night. This looks to just be a night off for Blackmon, who has started in eight of the team's last 10 games. He's been on fire over his last 15 games, where he's slashing .292/.327/.500 with three homers, 11 RBI and nine […]

Wil Myers Returns To Lineup Saturday Night

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup on Saturday night following a two-game absence. Myers had exited Wednesday's game with an unspecified hamstring injury, but it appears that he has managed to avoid a stint on the injured list. He has been the hottest hitter for San Diego this […]

Nestor Cortes Jr. Allows Three Runs In Loss

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes Jr. was charged with the loss Saturday against the Athletics. Cortes pitched 5 1/3 innings, surrendering a trio of runs on four hits and three walks. The lefty only struck out four batters but generated an impressive 14 swinging strikes, 12 of which came on his fastball-slider combo. Cortes […]

David Fletcher Hitless Again Friday

Los Angeles Angels second baseman David Fletcher was held hitless for the third consecutive game after going 0-for-4 with a strikeout on Friday. He has no hits in his last 12 plate appearances with no walks. The mini-slump has brought down his batting average to .291 across 125. Fletcher is a good fantasy option for […]

Aaron Judge Collects Three Hits, Homers In Loss

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, and two RBI in Saturday's loss to the Athletics. Judge had a couple of Statcast darlings, hitting a 111.5 MPH single, then later blasting a 406-foot, 110 MPH long ball. The slugger has been absolutely on fire lately, recording five straight […]

Cooper Criswell Has Disappointing Debut

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Cooper Criswell (0-1) wasn't sharp in his major-league debut on Friday, losing to the Padres 5-0. Criswell only managed to pitch 1.1 innings while giving up six hits. He also allowed three runs and recorded no strikeouts or walks. There wasn't much hype surrounding Criswell as a prospect after being drafted […]

Luis Robert On The Bench Saturday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert isn't starting on Saturday. The outfielder is getting the day off as the White Sox take on Chicago Cubs and right-handed starter Alec Mills. Robert is batting .340 with a .380 on-base percentage, four home runs, and five stolen bases in 171 plate appearances this season. It'll be Brian […]

Omar Narvaez Isn't In Saturday's Lineup

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Omar Narvaez isn't starting on Saturday. The Brewers will take on the Minnesota Twins and left-handed starter Charlie Barnes but will do so with Narvaez on the bench. The catcher has been one of Milwaukee's most productive hitters this season, batting .286 with a .371 on-base percentage and 11 home runs in […]

Corey Seager Isn't Starting On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager isn't in Saturday's lineup for a matchup with the Colorado Rockies and right-handed starter Jon Gray. Seager has provided both the Dodgers and fantasy managers alike with some quality production at the plate this season, batting .272 with a .360 on-base percentage, six home runs, and a stolen base […]

Bobby Bradley Activated From Injured List

The Cleveland Indians activated first baseman Bobby Bradley (knee) from the 10-day injured list on Saturday. Relief pitcher James Karinchak was optioned to Triple-A Columbus to make room on the active roster. Bradley has been one of Cleveland's best power hitters this season and could be a prudent addition for fantasy managers in deeper leagues […]

Trent Grisham Not Starting Saturday

San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham isn't starting on Saturday. The Padres will take on the Los Angeles Angels and left-handed starter Jose Suarez but will do so with Grisham on the bench. The outfielder is batting .254 with a .345 on-base percentage in 409 plate appearances this season. He's also added 13 home runs […]

James Karinchak Optioned To Triple-A

The Cleveland Indians optioned relief pitcher James Karinchak to Triple-A Columbus on Saturday. The 25-year-old was one of baseball's best relievers last season and got off to a strong start this season, pitching to a 2.52 ERA, 68 strikeouts, and 22 walks in 39.1 innings in the first half. However, the right-hander has struggled as […]

Eugenio Suarez Out Of Saturday's Lineup

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez isn't starting against the Miami Marlins on Saturday. The Reds will match up with Miami right-hander Sandy Alcantara but will do so with Suarez on the bench. The 29-year-old is batting .172 with a .258 on-base percentage and 23 home runs in 480 plate appearances this season. Mike Moustakas […]

Tyler Stephenson Isn't Starting Saturday

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson isn't starting on Saturday against the Miami Marlins and right-hander Sandy Alcantara. Stephenson is hitting .289 with a .375 on-base percentage and nine home runs in 317 plate appearances this season. It'll be Tucker Barnhart catching, and batting seventh, instead on Saturday. If you're looking for streaming help at catcher […]

Mike Zunino Not In Saturday's Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino isn't starting on Saturday. The Rays will take on the Baltimore Orioles and left-handed starter John Means but will do so without one of their best power hitters in Zunino. The catcher is batting .211 with a .296 on-base percentage and 27 home runs in 294 plate appearances. It'll […]

Austin Meadows Isn't In The Lineup Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows isn't in the starting lineup on Saturday for a matchup with the Baltimore Orioles and left-hander John Means. Meadows is hitting .236 with a .323 on-base percentage, 21 home runs, and three stolen bases in 498 plate appearances this season. Randy Arozarena will be starting in Meadows' place in […]

Teoscar Hernandez Isn't Starting On Saturday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez isn't in Saturday's lineup to face the Detroit Tigers and right-handed starter Jose Urena. Hernandez has provided both the Blue Jays and fantasy managers with some quality production at the plate this season, batting .301 with a .344 on-base percentage, 22 home runs, and nine stolen bases in 448 […]

J.T. Realmuto Isn't In Saturday's Lineup

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto isn't in the team's lineup on Saturday for a matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-handed starter Humberto Mejia. Realmuto is batting .263 with a .351 on-base percentage, 14 home runs, and eight stolen bases in 422 plate appearances this season. The 28-year-old will get the day off on Saturday […]

Lucid's Best Bets - Premium MLB Betting Picks for 8/28/2021

Happy Saturday, RotoBallers! The weekend is here and alive, college football is back, and we have fifteen games to look at today! John 'LucidMedia' Brubaker here, filling in for Tommy Bell for the rest of the season. I'm privileged to be able to do this for you guys and am extremely excited to help you […]

Jacob Stallings Has Three Hits In Loss Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher went 3-for-4 with a run scored in a 4-3 loss to the Cardinals on Friday. It was his third multi-hit performance in his last five games, as he's now slashing .240/.330/.378 with eight homers, 47 RBI and 31 runs scored over 95 games this season. He's a serviceable option in deeper NL-only […]

Ketel Marte Homers Against Phillies Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ketel Marte went 1-for-2 with a home run, two RBI and a run scored in a 7-6 loss to the Phillies on Friday. Marte entered the game as a pinch-hitter in the eighth inning, and then launched his eighth homer of the season in the 10th inning. He's been on fire over […]

Christian Walker Homers In Friday Night Loss

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker went 1-for-5 with a home run, two RBI and a run scored in a 7-6 loss to the Phillies on Friday night. It was his seventh homer of the year, as he's now slashing .242/.313/.371 with 37 RBI and 42 runs scored over 87 games this season. Needless to […]

J.P. Crawford Scores Two Runs Against Royals

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford scored two runs from the leadoff spot Saturday, going 2-for-6 with a double against the Kansas City Royals in an 8-7 12-inning loss. Crawford continues to be a successful spark plug for Seattle, but he just doesn't carry the same value in fantasy that he does in reality. Crawford is […]

Mitch Haniger Reaches Four Times, Scores Twice

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger reached base four times against the Kansas City Royals Saturday night, going 2-for-4 with two walks and two runs scored. Haniger has endured a difficult August, with a .215/.303/.376 slash line in 93 at-bats, but it's a good sign to see him exercising patience at the plate. Haniger has just […]

Abraham Toro Drives In Two

Seattle Mariners infielder Abraham Toro drove in two more runs Friday, going 2-for-5 with a walk against the Kansas City Royals in an 8-7 extra-inning loss. Toro has slashed .330/.408/.472 in 106 at-bats as a Mariner, and he's settled in nicely as the regular fifth hitter in the lineup. He's also in the midst of […]

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  MLB DFS Pitching Primer for 8/28 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.    High-Priced Aces These are your studs who are worth paying up for on this slate. It makes sense to deploy these guys as your cash game plays on FanDuel and as your SP1 on DraftKings […]