Jimmy Nelson Doing Throwing Motions Off Mound

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jimmy Nelson (shoulder) was seen doing some throwing motions off a bullpen mound in Chicago on Thursday as he continues to go through the recovery process. Nelson has got a lot of work to do, as projections for his return can go as far as the All-Star Break. However, the Brewers […]

Ozhaino Albies Drives In Three Runs As Braves Beat Reds

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozhaino Albies is one of the new faces of the franchise. He went 2-for-5 on April 26 and hit his eighth homer, a two-run shot, en route to a three-RBI day. He's got 16 RBI and he's going to be going up against the Phillies next. There should be even more […]

Dellin Betances Strikes Out Side In Victory

With the New York Yankees trailing 3-1 in the ninth inning of Thursday afternoon’s series finale against the Minnesota Twins, manager Aaron Boone summoned Dellin Betances from the bullpen. The 30-year-old former All-Star has been quite the enigma as of late, with the results of his performances being completely unpredictable. Thursday afternoon, however, he displayed […]

Gary Sanchez Walks It Off For the Yankees

After getting no-hit for over five innings Thursday afternoon in the Bronx against the Minnesota Twins, the New York Yankees offense finally went to work in the late innings. In the seventh inning, they finally got on the board but still entered the bottom of the ninth down 3-1. After an error put leadoff hitter […]

Dylan Bundy Roughed Up By Rays In Loss

By the time Baltimore Orioles starter Dylan Bundy staggered off the mound after giving the ball to manager Buck Showalter on April 26, he'd given up eight runs in 4 2/3 innings. One of those runs was unearned, so it was seven. Still, it was a terrible showing coming from someone who many consider to […]

J.D. Martinez Gets Team The Lead And Victory With Three-Run Homer

Boston Red Sox outfielder J.D. Martinez did what he was signed to do, hit homers in clutch situations, which is what he did against the Blue Jays on Thursday. Trailing by one in the fifth inning, Martinez hit an opposite-field three-run bomb off starter Marco Estrada. He ended the game 2-for-4 with three RBI and […]

Ronald Acuna Hits First Homer In Win Over Reds

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna has wasted no time in announcing himself to the world. He went 3-for-4 on April 26, and hit his first Major League homer off the aptly-named Homer Bailey. Acuna drove in two runs and also scored two runs. While this may be a case of Major League pitchers needing time […]

Chris Sale Gets Win Despite Looking Human On Mound

Boston Red Sox ace Chris Sale gave a below-average performance, by his standards, in a 5-4 win against the Blue Jays on Thursday. Sale had to throw 104 pitches to get through six innings. He scattered three runs on four hits while only striking out four batters and walking two but still earned a quality […]

Ivan Nova Stays Hot, Throws Eight Scoreless Frames

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Ivan Nova turned in another strong outing on Thursday afternoon, firing eight shutout innings against the Detroit Tigers. For a fourth consecutive start, the right-hander didn't issue a base on balls, and he now has a 2.6 percent walk rate in 38 innings. Nova gave up only six hits on the […]

Jonathan Schoop May Start Extended Spring Training Games Soon

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jonathan Schoop may be on his way back soon. He's going to go to Sarasota, Florida, and may start playing games next Wednesday. That's good news for a team that needs some more hitting after third baseman Tim Beckham landed on the disabled list and had "core surgery." Infielder Jace Peterson […]

Xander Bogaerts To Be Activated Off DL Friday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (ankle) will be activated off the disabled list on Friday, according to Christopher Smith of MassLive.com. The Red Sox eagerly await the return of Bogaerts and his great slash line .368/.400/.711. He will go against the Tampa Bay Rays in Boston on Friday. Make your lineup adjustments so he […]

Tyler Austin’s Suspension Reduced

Still awaiting word on his suspension from an altercation with the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park two weeks ago, New York Yankees first baseman Tyler Austin once again took part in a game for the Yankees on Thursday afternoon. The 26-year-old went hitless in three plate appearances, but it was the news that emerged […]

Brock Holt Leaves Game With Hamstring Tightness

Boston Red Sox utility player Brock Holt (hamstring) exited in the third inning of Thursday's game against the Blue Jays. Holt has been playing at shortstop while Xander Bogaerts was on the disabled list. It is rather unfortunate but timely, as Bogaerts is expected to come off the DL on Friday. During the last nine […]

A's Add Wilmer Font To Active Roster

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Wilmer Font has been added to the 25-man roster. The A's acquired Font from the Dodgers in exchange for lefty pitcher Logan Salow. Font was designated for assignment by the Dodgers after allowing 13 runs in 10 1/3 innings. He's expected to join the A's bullpen and pitch in low-leverage situations. […]

Jung Ho Kang Granted Work Visa

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang has been granted a work visa to re-enter the United States and "will rejoin the Pirates in the coming days," according to Rob Biertempfel. Kang has not played in the MLB since 2016 and it's unclear what kind of shape he is in currently. This is surprising news, but […]

Ryon Healy Activated on Thursday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ryon Healy (ankle) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list. Healy missed a little over two weeks due to a Grade 2 sprain in his right ankle. He was off to an awful start before the injury, stashing a line of .091/.130/.136. He's worth an add in some deeper leagues […]

Matt Duffy Could Return on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Matt Duffy (hamstring) could return from a rehab assignment as early as Friday, according to Marc Topkin. He is progressing well from a right hamstring strain and should be back with the Rays at some point during the weekend. Duffy is worth owning in deeper leagues but does not offer much […]

Mark Trumbo Could Be Activated on Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Mark Trumbo (quadriceps) will play rehab games at Triple-A Norfolk on Friday and Saturday. Trumbo could be activated from the disabled list and be back with the Orioles as early as Tuesday if everything goes well. He missed most of spring training and has not played for the big league club this […]

Zach Britton Throws Side Session on Thursday

Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton (Achilles) threw a side session with good results on Thursday. Britton is likely still a month away from returning as he continues rehab for a ruptured Achilles tendon. It's a good sign to see Britton throwing more often. The Orioles have struggled with Brad Brach and Darren O'Day in the […]

Ian Kennedy Could Start on Sunday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Ian Kennedy (foot) is reportedly going to make his scheduled start on Sunday. He suffered a bruised right foot during the third inning of his start versus the Brewers on Tuesday. It appears that Kennedy is progressing and is a go for his next start that is scheduled versus the […]

Joe Kelly Will Serve Six-Game Suspension Starting Thursday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Joe Kelly will begin serving his six-game suspension on Thursday. Kelly did appeal the suspension, but it was denied and he'll be eligible to return May 2. Kelly was suspended back on April 12 for intentionally hitting Yankees first baseman Tyler Austin with a pitch during a game against the […]

Steven Wright Making Rehab Start on Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Steven Wright (knee) is reportedly making a rehab start at Triple-A Pawtucket on Friday, according to Chad Jennings. He exited early during a rehab start last Friday due to back spasms. He threw a bullpen session on Monday and was reportedly feeling better on Tuesday. However, Wright will have to […]

Luke Bard Likely Heading Back to Twins

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Luke Bard was designated for assignment by the organization on Saturday. His seven-day DFA period ends on Saturday. The Twins can bring the Rule 5 pick back to their organization for $50,ooo and then they can option him to the minors. Bard struck out 13 batters over 11 2/3 innings […]

Willson Contreras Will Sit Out Series Opener

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will sit out Thursday’s series opener versus the Brewers. Victor Caratini will replace Contreras and bat sixth. Caratini can be avoided Thursday in DFS. Contreras will be back in the lineup Friday.

Aaron Slegers Optioned to Triple-A

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Aaron Slegers has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester on Thursday. He spent one day with the Twins before getting optioned back to the minors to make room for pitcher David Hale, who was claimed off waivers. Slegers has a 2.00 ERA in three starts at Triple-A this season. He pitched briefly […]

Tommy Pham Records Four Hits on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (head) showed no signs of slowing down on Thursday, finishing 4-for-6 with two runs scored and an RBI. Pham hit his fourth double of the season and added three singles. He's avoided serious injury recently despite two close calls, and is hitting .368 with a 1.023 OPS. He's become […]

Kris Bryant Takes Batting Practice Thursday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) took batting practice Thursday. Bryant will miss his third straight game after being hit on the helmet on Sunday. Bryant met with doctors Thursday but remains day-to-day.

Hunter Pence To Begin Rehab Assignment On Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) is expected to begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. Pence was placed on the disabled list last Friday with a right thumb sprain. It will be interesting to see how manager Bruce Bochy handles the outfield when Pence is back, as Mac Williamson has been […]

Joey Votto Homers In Third Straight Game

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto continued his recent hot streak, hitting a home run in his third straight game on Thursday. Votto finished the contest 1-for-4 with the homer, a three-run shot, as the Reds fell to the Atlanta Braves 7-4. Votto got off to a slow start this season but he's certainly turned […]

Fernando Rodney Blows Third Save Thursday

Minnesota Twins closer Fernando Rodney blew his third save of the season on Thursday, allowing the New York Yankees to score three runs (two earned) on two hits. He did not record an out in the game as Gary Sanchez hit a walk-off, three-run homer. Rodney now has just two saves in five chances with […]