Jerad Eickhoff Demoted to the Bullpen

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jerad Eickhoff has been demoted to the bullpen after a horrendous start on Monday. Eickhoff was crushed, allowing seven runs to the Diamondbacks in Monday's loss. He has not shown signs of life during his other starts either, so the bullpen could be a better fit for him. Manager Gabe Kapler […]

Mark Trumbo Could Return This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Mark Trumbo (knee) could return to the active roster this weekend if everything goes right. Trumbo is rehabbing his surgically-repaired right knee in Triple-A right now. He should be activated this weekend, assuming Trumbo doesn't suffer any setbacks. Renato Nunez has been playing well in the designated hitter role this season. […]

Kevin Gausman Lands on Injured List

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (foot) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Gausman is dealing with plantar fasciitis, so he could be looking at a lengthy absence here. He has a 6.21 ERA this season, so this could be a good thing for both the Braves and Gausman. He belongs on the […]

Hunter Dozier Could Return on Wednesday

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (chest) hit off a tee, took infield, and was able to run sprints on Tuesday. Dozier has been sidelined since May 31 because of a chest injury. However, Dozier felt good after his workout and is eligible to return as early as Wednesday. He's hitting .314/.398/.589 with 11 […]

Felix Hernandez to Begin Rehab Work This Weekend

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (lat) will start a rehab assignment either Friday or Saturday. Hernandez said that he felt great after throwing a 15-pitch batting practice session on Sunday. However, Hernandez has a 6.52 ERA through eight starts this season. He's not someone worth looking at in fantasy leagues until he gets his […]

Josh Donaldson Suspended One Game

Atlanta Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson (suspension) has been suspended one game for his involvement in the benches clearing incident versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday. Donaldson and Pirates' pitcher Joe Musgrove got into a heated exchange after Donaldson was hit by a pitch. Musgrove was not issued a suspension, but Donaldson was given a […]

Jeff McNeil Smacks Three-Run Blast In Defeat

The New York Mets briefly held a lead at the beginning of Tuesday afternoon's matchup against the New York Yankees thanks to one of their star youngsters. Jeff McNeil, playing in his first full season, drilled a three-run blast off Masahiro Tanaka in the third to complete a four-run frame that put his club ahead. […]

Zack Wheeler Lit Up In Defeat

New York Mets starter Zack Wheeler took a step back Tuesday afternoon as he was shelled in the Bronx by the Yankees. The 29-year-old allowed nine runs on 10 hits in 4 2/3 innings of work. While he struck out six, he allowed two home runs and couldn't hold a three-run lead provided by his […]

Masahiro Tanaka Struggles In Victory

Pitching two days later than originally scheduled due to the birth of a daughter, New York Yankees starter Masahiro Tanaka wasn't great, but pitched well enough to earn a victory. The 30-year-old went 6 2/3 innings, allowing four earned runs on seven hits. An early three-run home run put him in a hole, but his […]

Giovanny Urshela Punishes The Mets In Win

New York Yankees infielder Giovanny Urshela was the leader of the offense Tuesday afternoon at Yankee Stadium as the home club took down the crosstown rival New York Mets. Urshela recorded three hits in the game, including a game-tying, two-run home run in the fourth. He later singled and doubled in two more runs, making […]

Addison Russell Returns To Lineup Versus Rockies

Chicago Cubs middle infielder Addison Russell (hand) will return to the Cubs lineup on Tuesday versus the Colorado Rockies. Russell had missed five of the teams previous six games with a bruised hand. Russell will bat seventh and face rookie pitcher Peter Lambert. Lambert shut down the Cubs in his big league debut, but Russell […]

Luke Voit Smashes Three-Run Blast In Win

The New York Yankees began their Subway Series doubleheader with a comfortable victory Tuesday afternoon in the Bronx. They poured out 12 runs en route to victory, with a quarter of those coming off the leading AL All-Star candidate at first base, Luke Voit. The 28-year-old smacked a go-ahead three-run blast to left, his 16th […]

Yoan Moncada Out Tuesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada is sitting on Tuesday. He exited Monday nights game with upper back tightness and did not return. The injury was noted by sources as a day-to-day injury and a short-term absence is possible. J.D. Martinez has also missed multiple games in a row with the same issue but […]

Adam Jones Out Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Adam Jones is sitting again Tuesday. He returned from a hamstring injury and hit cleanup on Monday, but is back out. This could be related to the hamstring injury that he suffered or at least a plan to manage it. Keep an eye out for more information from the club on the […]

Robinson Chirinos With Five Extra-Base Hits In Last Six Games

Houston Astros catcher Robinson Chirinos is swinging a hot bat heading into Tuesday's action against the Brewers. Chirinos had homered in four straight games then added a double on Friday before going 0-for-4 on Sunday. He currently is slugging .826 in the month of June and already has 10 home runs on the season. The […]

Michael Brantley Hitting .325 At Minute Maid Park

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley and Co. will open up an interleague series against the Brewers on Tuesday night. Brantley has cooled off at the plate lately, slashing only .233/.303/.300 over his last seven games but has a great shot to turn it around at home. The free agent acquisition has enjoyed his new home […]

Brad Peacock Hopes To Keep Rolling Against Brewers

Houston Astros starter Brad Peacock will try and stay hot Tuesday night against the Brewers at Minute Maid Park. Peacock is on a nice run right now and has not allowed more than two runs in a single start over his past six appearances. Over his past 34 innings, Peacock has allowed only 21 hits […]

Scott Kingery Staying Hot

Philadephia Phillies utilityman Scott Kingery has been swinging a hot bat with everyday playing time. He's hit .286 with four homers over the last two weeks in 49 at-bats. He is an intriguing add, as he was once a top prospect but faltered in his first season in 2018. With the Phillies loaded lineup and […]

Corey Dickerson Hitting Second Against Braves

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Corey Dickerson is starting in left field and is batting second on Tuesday against Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz. Bryan Reynolds and Melky Cabrera will start the game on the bench. It's only Dickerson's second start since he was activated from the injured list on Saturday. He has three hits in 17 […]

Dee Gordon Activated Tuesday

The Seattle Mariners activated second baseman Dee Gordon (wrist) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned reliever Matthew Festa to Triple-A Tacoma in a corresponding move. The 31-year-old Gordon went on the shelf on May 21 with a right wrist contusion. He hit .214 (3-for-14) in three rehab games with Tacoma and .281 […]

Mike Trout Has Six Extra-Base Hits In Last Six Games

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout hit his 18th home run of the season in the Angels 5-3 win over the Dodgers on Monday. Trout is really cooking at the dish right now and has one double, one triple and four home runs over his last six games. Trout currently is slashing .353/.511/.882 over his […]

Matt Carpenter Not Playing Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday. Yairo Munoz will start at third and hit leadoff against Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez, who will be making his first start in the big leagues this season. Carp has just never found a groove all season. He's hitting .188 […]

Jonathan Lucroy's Numbers Continue To Plummet

Los Angeles Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy's offensive season continues to nosedive after going 0-for-3 in the Angels 5-3 win over the Dodgers. Lucroy is 2-for-35 (.057) over his last 11 games and has only seven hits over his last 52 at-bats. The veteran has failed to record an extra-base hit since May 26 and now […]

Kole Calhoun Coming Out Of Slump

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Kole Calhoun went 2-for-4 on Monday with a home run in the Angels 5-3 win over the Dodgers. Calhoun has snapped a 2-for-19 streak by going 6-for-15 (.400) over his last four games with two home runs. The slugger provides little else from a fantasy perspective other than power but already […]

Maikel Franco Sits Amidst Slump

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Maikel Franco is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday. Sean Rodriguez will handle the hot corner and bat eighth against Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jon Duplantier. After a hot start to the season, Franco has hit .127 (8-for-63) with two homers and four RBI in the last 28 days to drop […]

Yadier Molina Activated From Injured List

The St. Louis Cardinals activated catcher Yadier Molina (thumb) from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned rookie catcher Andrew Knizner to Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move. The veteran Molina didn't require a minor league rehab assignment and has been out since May 28. It's unclear if he'll be back in the lineup […]

Hansel Robles Converts Eighth Save

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Hansel Robles pitched a spotless frame to pick up his eighth save of the season in the Angels 5-3 win over the Dodgers. Robles allowed two hits but was able to escape unscathed and has not allowed a run over his past four appearances. Robles took over the closer's role about […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Sitting Out Tuesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday. Brock Holt draws into the lineup as a result and will hit sixth and start in left field against Rangers starting pitcher Ariel Jurado. Holt has picked things up since earlier this year and is batting .292, but he is […]

Ryan Brasier Placed On Bereavement List

The Boston Red Sox placed relief pitcher Ryan Brasier on the bereavement list/family emergency leave on Tuesday and recalled pitcher Darwinzon Hernandez from the minors in order to make his first major league start. Brasier will be out for at least several days. He's been the team's co-closer with Matt Barnes and has a 3.77 […]

Anthony Kay Promoted To Triple-A

New York Mets starting pitcher Anthony Kay was promoted to Triple-A Syracuse on Monday. The No. 7 prospect in the system, per MLB Pipeline, Kay had an impressive 1.49 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 70 strikeouts in his 12 starts for Double-A Binghamton to earn the promotion. It's just the left-hander's second full professional season, and […]