Buster Posey Hits 14th Homer Of Season Tuesday

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey continued to hit for power in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Diamondbacks. Posey went 2-for-2 with a single, a solo home run, and three walks. The fifth-inning blast was Posey's 14th of the season. The veteran has been a huge fantasy asset this season, slashing .333/.428/.549 with 38 RBI. […]

Mark Canha In A's Lineup Wednesday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha (eye) is in the lineup on Wednesday and batting leadoff against Cal Quantrill and the Cleveland Indians. Canha left in the 10th inning of Tuesday's 4-3 A's win with right eye irritation. The 32-year-old righty has had difficulty heating up since returning from injury last month, only hitting .179/.324/.214 with […]

Myles Straw Isn't Starting On Wednesday

Cleveland Indians centerfielder Myles Straw isn't starting on Wednesday for a matchup with the Oakland Athletics and right-handed starter Frankie Montas. Straw is hitting .267 with a .338 on-base percentage, three home runs, and 19 stolen bases in 418 plate appearances this season. He's hitting .304 in 48 plate appearances since being dealt to Cleveland […]

Kyle Schwarber Could Start Rehab Stint On Thursday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Kyle Schwarber (hamstring, groin) could start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester on Thursday, manager Alex Cora told the press on Wednesday. Schwarber was originally sidelined in early July with a right hamstring strain then experienced a setback due to tightness in his left groin. The 28-year-old is slashing .253/.340/.570 with […]

Jonathan India Not Starting On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India isn't starting on Wednesday. The Reds will take on the Atlanta Braves and right-handed starter Touki Toussaint but will do so without one of their best hitters. India is enjoying a strong rookie season for Cincinnati, batting .280 with a .399 on-base percentage, 13 home runs, and eight stolen […]

Andrew McCutchen Activated From IL, In Wednesday's Lineup

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list and will be in the lineup on Wednesday against David Price and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers. McCutchen was sidelined over a week ago with knee soreness but appears to have had a speedy recovery. His return is good news for […]

Reynaldo Lopez Pitches Three Innings In Start

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez went three innings in Wednesday's no-decision versus the Minnesota Twins. The right-hander looked good and allowed one hit, zero runs, two walks and struck out four. Lopez got the start with starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) placed on the 10-day injured list earlier in the day. Lopez is […]

Mookie Betts Continues To Be Sidelined

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) will miss his third consecutive game with a hip injury on Wednesday versus the Philadelphia Phillies. Betts recently returned to the lineup on August 1, but has renewed discomfort in his hip and returning to the injured list is still an option. With Betts sidelined, outfielder Cody Bellinger […]

Justin Turner Remains Sidelined

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) will remain sidelined for his second straight game on Wednesday versus the Philadelphia Phillies. Turner hurt his groin on Sunday and sat out on Tuesday evening, but is expected to avoid a trip to the injured list and could return by Friday versus the New York Mets. […]

Jake McGee Blows Save Tuesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee blew his third save of the season in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Diamondbacks. McGee came on to pitch the ninth inning with a two-run lead. He allowed back-to-back singles and a walk to load the bases before getting the first out on a strikeout. He then walked […]

Alex Wood Takes No-Decision Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Alex Wood took a no-decision in Tuesday's 8-7 win over the Diamondbacks. Wood pitched 6 innings, allowing five runs on six hits (including a two-run home run) and no walks with five strikeouts. He cruised through the first five innings, but then allowed all five runs in the sixth. The […]

Bubba and Bat Flip 92 - Fantasy Baseball Week 20 FAAB Review - Benched with Bubba (Episode 392)

Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Bat Flip Crazy (@BatFlipCrazy). On tonight's episode, the guys recap another wild weekend of FAAB. They go over the most added players in the NFBC. Giving thoughts on the bids, the players, and more. During the discussion, a lot of FAAB strategies are discussed as well as players to target […]

Clay Holmes Placed On COVID-19 Injured List

New York Yankees relief pitcher Clay Holmes was placed on the COVID-19 injured list ahead of Wednesday's game against the Royals. Holmes is dealing with symptoms, as the club is awaiting his test results. The reliever is the 16th Yankee to hit the injured list or COVID-19 injured list since the All-Star break, as the […]

Jose Suarez Roughed Up Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Suarez (5-5) suffered a loss against the Toronto Blue Jays during Tuesday's second game of a doubleheader. He went 5.1 innings and allowed four runs on seven hits. Suarez also struck out two and walked one. He has now given up four earned runs in three of his last […]

Tyler O'Neill Back In The Lineup On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill was a late scratch from Tuesday's game as he was dealing with side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine. However, he is back in the lineup on Wednesday as the team prepares to face Wil Crowe and the Pittsburgh Pirates. O'Neill is off to a fantastic start to the month […]

Jesus Aguilar Heading To The Bench On Wednesday

Miami Marlins first baseman Jesus Aguilar is sitting out the team's series finale against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. Joe Panik will take over at first base in the game and bat seventh. Aguilar went 2-for-4 in Tuesday's game, notching his third multi-hit effort of the month. Over 109 games on the year, Aguilar […]

Jake Cronenworth Absent From Wednesday's Lineup

San Diego Padres shortstop Jake Cronenworth is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game as the team prepares to take on Sandy Alcantara and the Miami Marlins. Ha-Seong Kim is getting the start at shortstop and batting ninth in the game. Cronenworth has been hot at the plate lately. Through eight games this month, […]

Tommy Pham Taking A Seat On Wednesday

San Diego Padres outfielder Tommy Pham is getting the day off on Wednesday. Trent Grisham is batting leadoff in Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins while Brian O'Grady is covering Pham's usual post in left field. Pham has settled in as the everyday leadoff hitter for the Padres, but he's been struggling a bit so […]

Kyle Tucker Out Of The Lineup On Wednesday

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker is absent from Wednesday's starting lineup as the team prepares to face Antonio Senzatela and the Colorado Rockies. Jake Meyers is getting the start in right field and batting seventh in the game. Tucker has gone 0-for-7 with four strikeouts over his last two games, but he was hitting extremely […]

Charlie Blackmon Resting On Wednesday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Framber Valdez and the Houston Astros. Yonathan Daza is getting the start in right field and batting second in the game. Blackmon has been quiet so far in August. Over eight games this month, he's slashing .222/.323/.370 with one home […]

Travis d'Arnaud Activated Off 60-Day Injured List

The Atlanta Braves activated catcher Travis d'Arnaud (thumb) from the 60-day injured list on Wednesday. Fellow catcher Kevan Smith was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. d'Arnaud has been out since May 1 due to a torn ligament in his thumb. Prior to the injury, he played in 23 games and slashed .220/.253/.341 with […]

Carlos Santana Out Of The Lineup Wednesday

Kansas City Royals' first baseman Carlos Santana isn't starting Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. He will get the day off after going 0-for-10 with two strikeouts during the first two games of the series. Ryan O'Hearn will replace Santana in the lineup and is batting sixth on Wednesday. O'Hearn can be used as […]

Brady Singer Activated From The IL, Starting Wednesday Vs. Yankees

Kansas City Royals pitcher Brady Singer (shoulder) was officially activated from the 10-day injured list and will start Wednesday's game against the New York Yankees. He's been out since July 20 with right shoulder fatigue. The 25-year-old owns a 5.13 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, and a 92:37 K: BB across 87 2/3 innings in 2021. Singer […]

Akil Baddoo Placed On The Concussion IL

The Detroit Tigers will place outfielder Akil Baddoo (head) on the 7-day injured list after being diagnosed with a concussion. He suffered a concussion during a collision in the outfield with Derek Hill on Tuesday. According to manager A.J. Hinch, Baddoo also hurt his shoulder during the collision. The 22-year-old will be able to join […]

Giancarlo Stanton Absent From Wednesday’s Lineup

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton isn't starting in Wednesday's contest against the Kansas City Royals. He will get the day off after hitting .314 (11-for-35) with one homer and eight RBI, including a stretch with five straight multi-hit efforts over his last 10 games. Stanton will be available off the bench, and his […]

Trevor Rogers Placed On Bereavement List

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Trevor Rogers was placed on the bereavement list on Wednesday and will not make his next scheduled start. Rogers recently spent a week on the family medical emergency list, and will now take some time on the bereavement list. He last made a start on July 31, and when he […]

Yasmani Grandal Set For Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (knee) was sent to Double-A Birmingham on Wednesday to begin a rehab assignment. He's been sidelined since early July after undergoing surgery to repair a torn tendon in his left knee. The 32-year-old is trending in the right direction and, barring any setbacks, could be reinstated from the injured […]

Anthony Santander Homers Twice Tuesday, Stays Hot

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander had a huge day at the plate in Tuesday's 9-4 loss to the Tigers. Santander went 2-for-4 with two solo home runs, both off of Casey Mize. The 26-year-old has had a mediocre season overall but has been on fire to start August, slashing .429/.448/.821 with three HR. He has […]

Zach Eflin Throws Bullpen On Monday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin (knee) threw what manager Joe Girardi described as a "light side" session on Monday. It was the first throwing Eflin did since mid-July when he landed on the injured list with patellar tendinitis in his right knee. Girardi said Eflin will throw a longer and more intense bullpen session […]

Craig Stammen Fares Poorly As Opener

San Diego Padres reliever Craig Stammen allowed four earned runs in two innings as the opener Tuesday against the Miami Marlins. The 37-year-old encountered trouble from the get-go, permitting three runs in the first frame before getting tagged with another one an inning later. He allowed six knocks and fanned two without any walks. The […]