Yusei Kikuchi Solid Over Five Innings In No-Decision

Seattle Mariners starter Yusei Kikuchi snapped a cold streak Thursday tossing five innings of one-run ball against the Minnesota Twins. The lefty walked two while striking out four as the only blemish in the run column came on a solo home run by Nelson Cruz in the no-decision. Kikuchi has struggled of late failing to […]

Dallas Keuchel To Pitch In Minors Saturday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel will pitch for Double-A Mississippi on Saturday, which would line him up to make his debut with the Braves on June 21 at the Nationals. Keuchel tossed seven scoreless innings with nine strikeouts for High-A Rome in his first minor league start, so the Braves should feel comfortable activating […]

Justin Verlander Giving Up Long Balls Frequently

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander allowed three solo home runs on Wednesday and has allowed 17 all year. Only three starters have allowed more homers than Verlander this year. He gave up 28 last year in his first with Houston and is on pace to break his career high of 30 in a season. […]

Yordan Alvarez Is Up For The Long Haul

Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow and manager A.J. Hinch have said that outfield prospect Yordan Alvarez is up for the long haul after being called up recently. Neither Tony Kemp nor Tyler White will see consistent playing time in either left field or at designated hitter with Alvarez around. White is only around because […]

Joe Musgrove Struggles In Loss

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Joe Musgrove struggled Thursday afternoon against the Braves allowing six earned runs in four innings. Musgrove was pitching on two days rest after being ejected in the first inning on Monday, but it didn't seem to affect him as he only allowed one run through the first four innings before imploding […]

Jose Altuve Could Begin Rehab Assignment Soon

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring, knee) could begin a minor league rehab assignment this weekend, although the destination has not been determined. Altuve will require more than one or two games this time around after injuring his calf on his last rehab assignment. Houston would like to see him play in back-to-back games […]

George Springer Might Start Rehab Assignment During Road Trip

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (hamstring) may not start his rehab assignment until during the team's upcoming seven-game road trip. Outfielder Myles Straw will be in danger of being sent back to the minors whenever Springer is ready to return. Springer can do it all and was among the league leaders in several categories before […]

Rhys Hoskins Set Up For Big Weekend

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins has been heating up the past few games, just in time for a key series against the Braves. Hoskins has seven hits in his past five games and has been making hard contact at a 45 percent rate since the calendar turned to June. Hoskins is second in the […]

Dellin Betances Dealing With Lat Strain

New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances (lat) is rehabbing a "low-grade" right lat sprain and has been shut down for a couple of weeks. The Yankees still expect Betances to have a big role in their bullpen in the second half of the season, but it's looking like he might not be back with […]

Nelson Cruz Homers, Drives In Three In Win

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz turned in a big game in a 10-5 win over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday. Cruz went 3-for-4 with a homer and three RBI in the win. The veteran slugger has been scorching hot at the plate of late, hitting .393 with five homers and nine RBI over his […]

Michael Pineda Pitches Well In No-Decision

Minnesota Twins right-hander Michael Pineda held the Seattle Mariners to one run over 5 2/3 innings of work in a 10-5 win on Thursday. Pineda struck out four and walked two but had to settle for a no-decision in the outing. The veteran right-hander now has a 4-3 record, 5.04 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 57 […]

Corey Seager Placed on Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The MRI results showed a Grade 1-2, so Seager could be looking at some significant time on the sidelines. Chris Taylor will cover shortstop and bat fifth versus lefty Jon Lester on Thursday. Taylor should take over a majority of […]

Noah Syndergaard Expected to Start Saturday

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard (illness) is expected to make his scheduled start against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday. Syndergaard has been battling strep throat this week, but expects to be fully recovered by Saturday. He comes into this contest with a 4.45 ERA and 88 strikeouts with 22 walks in 14 […]

David Fletcher is Back in the Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman David Fletcher (shoulder) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Fletcher missed a few games earlier this week due to left shoulder discomfort. He's been a bright spot for the Angels offense this season. Fletcher will bat leadoff and cover third base versus […]

Niko Goodrum Returns to the Lineup

Detroit Tigers shortstop Niko Goodrum (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Goodrum missed Wednesday's game due to a knee contusion. He'll bat sixth and cover shortstop versus righty Homer Bailey on Thursday. Goodrum isn't much of a fantasy option here, even against Bailey who has struggled.

Dwight Smith Takes Batting Practice

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Dwight Smith (concussion) is scheduled to take batting practice on Thursday. Smith has been sidelined the last week due to a concussion. He has not cleared the concussion protocol yet but is hopeful that he can get back in the lineup this weekend. He's been one of the few bright spots for the […]

Nolan Arenado is Playing on Thursday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (arm) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. Arenado left early during Wednesday's contest after taking a pitch to the forearm. He'll bat cleanup and play third base versus lefty Matt Strahm. Expect Arenado to be back in the lineup, barring a […]

Jason Heyward Sits Versus Lefty

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This will be a routine day off for the veteran outfielder against the left-handed starter. Kris Bryant will cover right field and bat second versus lefty Clayton Kershaw on Thursday.

Yoan Moncada Could Return This Weekend

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (back) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Moncada suffered back tightness on Monday and hasn't been able to suit up since then. It sounds like Moncada hopes to return to the lineup on either Saturday or Sunday. Jose Rondon will […]

Giovanny Urshela Sits Out on Thursday

New York Yankees third baseman Giovanny Urshela (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Urshela has been fantastic with the bat this season, and a huge bright spot for the Bronx Bombers. However, Didi Gregorius is back after recovering from Tommy John surgery, so Urshela is sadly […]

Alex Gordon is Sitting Out on Thursday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon (back) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Gordon was hit by a pitch on Wednesday and is now dealing with a nerve issue in his back. Terrance Gore will cover left field and bat eighth versus lefty Matthew Boyd. Gore is not […]

Dexter Fowler Takes A Seat on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Mets. Fowler has been below average with the bat this season, and has been getting benched frequently this season. Jose Martinez will draw the start in right field and bat fifth versus righty Jacob deGrom. […]

Ji-Man Choi is Absent on Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Choi has been reliable for Tampa Bay this season, but is getting a routine day off here. Travis D'Arnaud will cover first base and bat fifth versus lefty Tyler Skaggs. This could be […]

Jonathan Lucroy Gets Day Off

Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Lucroy has been below average with the bat this season, and will take the day off here. Kevan Smith will draw the start behind the plate and bat seventh versus lefty Ryan Yarbrough. Smith […]

Randal Grichuk Resting on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. This is a routine day off for Grichuk, so he should be back in there next game. Cavan Biggio will draw the start in right field and bat seventh versus righty Gabriel Ynoa. Biggio doesn't […]

Matt Adams Remains Out on Thursday

Washington Nationals first baseman Matt Adams (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Adams suffered a mild oblique strain on Monday and hasn't played since then. It's likely that the Nats will decide to place Adams on the injured list. Gerardo Parra will bat sixth and play first […]

Joey Wendle To Be Activated Friday

Tampa Bay Rays utilityman Joey Wendle (wrist) is expected to be activated off of the injured list on Friday. Wendle was very productive in his rookie season in 2018 slashing .300/.354/.435 with seven home runs and 16 steals. He was also fourth in AL rookie of the year voting. Despite his eligibility at nearly every […]

Austin Meadows Out Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows is resting Thursday in the series finale in Boston against lefty David Price. Meadows has cooled off a bit over the past two weeks hitting only .241 with two stolen bases but no home runs. He's also been a bit worse against lefties despite still hitting them to a […]

Nick Kingham Acquired By Blue Jays

Former Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Nick Kingham was acquired by the Blue Jays on Thursday for cash considerations. The 27-year-old has been pretty bad through 34 2/3 innings with the Pirates and posting a 9.87 ERA. He has managed 32 strikeouts in those innings but just couldn't get going as he did the previous year […]

Nomar Mazara Sitting Thursday

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara is out of the lineup Thursday in Boston. He's been a very solid producer thus far slashing .266/.320/.443 with nine homers and three steals. He's on pace for an 80 run, 20 homers, 80 RBI season which would be solid for where he was drafted. There isn't much of a […]