Reynaldo Lopez Continues Season Long Struggles

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez only 1 2/3 innings on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins. Lopez allowed four hits, three runs (one earned), two walks and struck out two. Lopez wasn’t help by poor defense, but he still struggled with his command. The righty has now made four starts and allowed 11 runs […]

Anthony Rizzo Remains Hot On Wednesday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo continues to see the ball well and went 2-for-5 with a run and a pair of RBI on Wednesday in a matchup against the Pirates. The first baseman has really picked it up lately and is hitting .320 with two home runs and eight RBI. The buy low window […]

Kyle Hendricks Picks Up Fourth Victory

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks fired six innings of one run ball on Wednesday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Hendricks also allowed six hits, two walks and recorded six K’s. Hendricks was coming off of a poor start, but has pitched like his normal self except against the Reds. Hendricks should be started with confidence […]

Javier Baez Hits Home Run

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run against the Pirates on Wednesday. Baez has really been struggling this season for fantasy managers, but he now has a hit in seven of his last 10 games. Baez is still only .200 with six home runs and 18 RBI. The shortstop has […]

Willson Contreras Scores Three Times

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras scored three times in a 3-for-5 with a RBI on Wednesday against the Pirates. Contreras was promoted to the number two spot for the contest even though he has been in a major slump. Managers who selected Contreras have every right to be disappointed with his season results, but hopefully […]

Mike Yastrzemski Hits Eighth Home Run Of Season Wednesday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski had a nice day at the plate in Wednesday's 9-6 loss to the Rockies, going 3-for-5 with two singles, a solo home run, two RBI, and a strikeout. Yastrzemski got the game started off, taking Kyle Freeland deep in the first inning for his eighth HR of the season. […]

Logan Webb Takes No-Decision Wednesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb turned in a mediocre start in Wednesday's 9-6 loss to the Rockies. Webb pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing four runs on seven hits (including a solo home run) and two walks with five strikeouts. The 23-year-old has been inconsistent this season and now owns a 4.71 ERA with […]

John Means Turns In Another Poor Start Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means fell to 0-3 Wednesday in a 9-4 loss to the Mets. Means pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing four runs on eight hits (including two home runs) and a walk with one strikeout. The 27-year-old, who had a great rookie season, has not been the same this season, compiling a […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Provides Only Offense For Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. clubbed a two-run home run in Wednesday's contest versus the Marlins, which proved to be enough in the team's 2-1 victory. He took pitching prospect Sixto Sanchez deep for his fifth long ball of the season as he finished the night going 2-for-3 with a strikeout. Gurriel got […]

Anthony Bass Picks Up Fourth Save

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Anthony Bass locked down his fourth save of the season in the team’s 2-1 win over the Marlins on Wednesday. After ceding the ninth-inning job to Jordan Romano over the last few weeks, Bass returned to the closing role with the rookie landing on the IL over the weekend. The […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu Strikes Out Eight In Win

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu earned his third win of the season in the team’s 2-1 victory over the Marlins on Wednesday. He struck out eight over six frames, surrendering one run on five hits with two walks issued. The lefty has now strung together six straight games of allowing one run or […]

Jay Bruce Homers Vs Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Jay Bruce launched his sixth homer of the season in a win vs the Nationals Wednesday. It was Bruce's second home run in as many starts since being activated off the Injured List Monday. The veteran outfielder is slugging a strong .535 on the season and has proved to be a cheap […]

Brandon Workman Earns Eighth Save Of Season

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Brandon Workman pitched a scoreless ninth inning to earn his eighth save of the season Wednesday vs the Nationals. Workman recorded the first two outs of the inning with ease but, allowed the next two batters to reach base bringing the tying run to the plate; he got Luis Garcia to […]

J.T. Realmuto Swipes Two Bags Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto ran wild on Wednesday stealing two bases and scoring a run in a win vs the Nationals Wednesday. Realmuto now has four steals on the season to go with his nine homers, 20 runs scored, and 26 RBI. He came into the season as the top-ranked catcher for fantasy and […]

Zack Wheeler Whiffs Six Nationals Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler threw 6 2/3 scoreless innings with six strikeouts and earned his fourth win of the season Wednesday vs the Nationals. Wheeler hasn't been the flashiest pitcher for fantasy managers, but he is yet to allow more than three earned runs in any start while putting up a strong 2.20 […]

Tyler Mahle Allows Three Runs Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Tyler Mahle allowed three runs over seven innings in a 3-2 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. Mahle struck out three and walked two but did not factor in the decision. The young right-hander has been trending up for the Reds since rejoining the rotation, posting two straight quality starts […]

Mike Clevinger To Make Padres Debut On Thursday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Mike Clevinger will make his team debut against the Angels on Thursday. Clevinger has made only four starts so far this season, but he should pitch every fifth game for the Padres over the rest of the season and will look to continue building off of last season’s impressive campaign […]

Adam Morgan May Return From Injured List On September 10

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Adam Morgan (shoulder) could rejoin the team as soon as he’s eligible on September 10, according to manager Joe Girardi. Morgan was placed on the injured list with a fatigued left shoulder, but the Phillies expect his stint to be brief and are optimistic that he’ll miss only the minimum 10 […]

Mitch Moreland Batting Fifth On Wednesday

San Diego Padres first baseman Mitch Moreland is batting fifth on Wednesday, and the Padres have now placed him in that batting position in each of his first two games with the team. Three of the four players batting in front of Moreland on Wednesday have batting averages over .300 for the season, and the […]

Max Kepler Exits Game With Apparent Injury

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler was removed in the third inning Wednesday’s game after looking uncomfortable running the bases in the second inning. Kepler fouled a ball off of his foot on August 26, and although he’s played in four games since then, his foot may be bothering him again. Fantasy players should treat Kepler […]

Roberto Perez Leaves Game With Shoulder Fatigue

Cleveland Indians catcher Roberto Perez (shoulder) left Wednesday’s game after only two innings with shoulder fatigue. Perez already spent a brief stint on the injured list with a sore shoulder earlier this season, and although his timeline is unclear at this point, the 31-year-old's persistent shoulder issue is concerning. Sandy Leon relieved Perez on Wednesday […]

Sixto Sanchez Takes A Tough Loss On Wednesday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Sixto Sanchez took a tough loss in Wednesday's game. He pitched seven innings, allowing just two runs on six hits. He struck out five and did not issue a walk. The rookie didn't have the elite swing-and-miss stuff in this one as he did in his last start, but he […]

Jakob Junis Leaves Start After Being Hit By Line Drive

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Jakob Junis left his start on Wednesday after being hit by a 107 mph line drive in his pitching arm. It’s not clear if Junis is seriously injured or if the Royals are just being extra cautious, but a line drive to the chest has kept Minnesota Twins starting pitcher […]

Jake Odorizzi Throws Bullpen Session

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi (chest) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday that reportedly went well and has him on track to rejoin the team within the next week or two. Odorizzi has been sidelined since being hit in the chest by a line drive on August 10, but his recovery has gone well […]

Alex Avila Day-To-Day With Back Tightness

Minnesota Twins catcher Alex Avila (back) was left out of the lineup on Wednesday with lower back tightness and is day-to-day for now. With catcher Mitch Garver (rib) sidelined as well, the Twins have catcher Ryan Jeffers starting on Wednesday and batting ninth. Jeffers has struggled over 10 MLB games so far this season with […]

Greg Allen Draws First Start With Padres

New San Diego Padres outfielder Greg Allen is starting and batting ninth Wednesday against the Los Angeles Angels. Part of the blockbuster trade with the Cleveland Indians for starter Mike Clevinger, Allen will immediately see action with Wil Myers (undisclosed) surprisingly added to the IL. The 27-year-old San Diego native offers little offensive value with […]

Wil Myers, Emilio Pagan Hit Injured List

The San Diego Padres placed outfielder Wil Myers (undisclosed) and reliever Emilio Pagan (biceps) on the injured list on Wednesday. Myers’ injury is a surprise after he homered on Monday, but the team believes he’ll be back “shortly.” He’s enjoying an excellent campaign with a .967 OPS and nine homers. Right field will likely be […]

Franklin Barreto Will Fill Utility Role To Close 2020

Los Angeles Angels second baseman/shortstop Franklin Barreto was activated ahead of Wednesday’s contest against the Padres, with manager Joe Maddon indicating that he planned to use the 24-year-old “literally everywhere” over the team’s final 24 games. Barreto was acquired in the deal for Tommy La Stella, once having been thought of as the A’s long-term […]

Pedro Baez, Joe Kelly Nearing Respective Returns

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitchers Pedro Baez (groin) and Joe Kelly (shoulder) are both approaching a return to the club’s bullpen as they work their way back with live bullpen sessions. Baez is slated to throw a bullpen Thursday, with Kelly having thrown one Tuesday. Both are on track to face hitters prior to their activation, which […]