Matt Davidson Dropped To Seventh In White Sox Order Monday

Stuck in a major slump, Chicago White Sox designated hitter Matt Davidson has been moved down to the No. 7 spot Monday evening. Davidson regularly is the team’s DH, but will play third base Monday. Davidson has five home runs on the year but only 12 overall in 50 at-bats. He is fun to ride […]

Carlos Correa Hitting .541 Over His Last Seven Games

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa has caught fire over the past week, posting 13 hits over his last 24 at-bats (.541) with one double, two home runs, seven runs batted in and seven walks. The hot streak has taken his batting average from .273 to a sparkling .351, and he now has 10 extra-base hits […]

Jake Marisnick Should Crack Lineup Monday Against Angels

Houston Astros outfielder Jake Marisnick has struggled mightily to begin the season, hitting only .130 with 29 strikeouts through 54 at-bats. It has been a miserable beginning for Marisnick, who hasn't knocked in a run since April 10. He has one hit over his last 22 at-bats and his two home runs came during the […]

Jesse Winker Not In Monday's Lineup

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker is not in the lineup on Monday as his team opens a series with the Atlanta Braves. The outfield alignment will be Scott Schebler in right, Adam Duvall in left, and Billy Hamilton in center. Schebler will bat leadoff, the spot which Winker usually occupies. With all four outfielders finally […]

Josh Reddick Has Eight RBI Over Last Six Games

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick has enjoyed a productive past week, hitting three home runs with eight runs batted in over his last six games. These numbers have been inflated by his monster two-home run, five-RBI performance on Saturday against the White Sox, but Reddick now has six home runs in the month of April. […]

Rougned Odor Spotted Doing Running Drills

Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor (hamstring) was running agility drills during practice, a sign that the infielder is nearing a return to action. The 24-year-old has been off of the field for two weeks now and has thus far had a season to forget. Fantasy owners will be anxious to see Odor get back […]

Kenley Jansen Picks Up Shaky Save

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen notched his third save of the year on Sunday, but not before providing some drama. He gave up two leadoff singles to Matt Adams and Wilmer Difo before setting down the next three batters, two by strikeout. His velocity on his cutter also got as high as 96 mph, […]

Juan Soto Promoted To High-A Potomac

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto has been promoted to the High-A affiliate Potomac Nationals on Monday. The consensus No. 2 prospect in the organization was tearing the cover off the ball in Low-A with a 1.300 OPS on the season. He's hit five home runs along with five doubles in just 59 at-bats, with two […]

Adam Eaton Could Return This Week

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (foot) could return to action sometime this week. He's been dealing with a bone bruise in his left foot and has been eligible to come off the 10-day disabled list for a while now. Manager Dave Martinez and the team are hoping that Eaton can be ready for the series […]

Ryan Zimmerman Heating Up

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman is starting to look like himself again. He hit a double on Sunday and would eventually score, his only hit and run of the game. That was his sixth hit in his last 12 at-bats, and he's now raised his OPS from a dreadful .390 to .650 on the […]

Jeremy Hellickson Undone Third Time Through Order

Washington Nationals starter Jeremy Hellickson had difficulty handling the Dodgers' order a third time on Sunday. After a double to Corey Seager and a walk to Cody Bellinger in the first inning, Hellickson retired the next 14 batters. In the sixth, however, he gave up a leadoff double to Chris Taylor, a walk to Seager […]

Carson Fulmer Will Start Monday For White Sox

The Chicago White Sox will move Tuesday’s scheduled starter Carson Fulmer up a day with Miguel Gonzalez (shoulder) being placed on the disabled list Monday. Fulmer has been a disaster this year and should be avoided in all formats.

Hunter Renfroe On Disabled List With Elbow Inflammation

San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe was placed on the disabled list over the weekend with right elbow inflammation. With outfielders Wil Myers (elbow) and Manuel Margot (ribs) returning last weekend, Renfroe will have an opportunity to rest the lingering injury. Renfroe was slashing .200/.281/.440 with two homers and 10 RBI prior to going down. […]

Michael Taylor Launches His First Home Run Of 2018

Washington Nationals outfielder Michael Taylor had the kind of game on Sunday that was reminiscent of his breakout in 2017. The center fielder, batting in the fifth spot in the lineup for the first time all season, went 3-for-3 with a double, a walk, an RBI, two runs scored and two stolen bases. Though he's […]

Keynan Middleton Still Not Officially The Closer

Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia does not believe in labeling pitchers and therefore won't officially name reliever Keynan Middleton as his closer. Scioscia mentions that he could foresee situations where Middleton comes on in the seventh or eighth innings if they need him to. Middleton notched his fifth save on Saturday and threw in a losing […]

Danny Farquhar Transferred To 60-Day Disabled List

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Danny Farquhar (brain) has been transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Farquhar suffered a brain hemorrhage during Friday’s game and was rushed to the hospital. He is currently listed in critical but stable condition. Our thoughts go out to Farquhar and his family during this tough situation.

Angels Option Jaime Barria to Triple-A

Following Sunday's game, the Los Angeles Angels optioned right-hander Jaime Barria back to Triple-A Salt Lake. Barria looked great in his first start back on April 11, but struggled in this one. He only lasted two innings, giving up two runs on five hits with one walk and one strikeout. A 49-pitch first inning was […]

Miguel Gonzalez Placed On 10-Day Disabled List

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Miguel Gonzalez (shoulder) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with right rotator cuff inflammation. Gonzalez has a 12.71 ERA this year and should remain on the waiver wire even when he is activated. Pitcher Chris Beck will replace Gonzalez on the roster for now and can be avoided.

Matt Moore Is a Risky Start Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Moore faces off against the Oakland Athletics on Monday in Arlington. Coming off his best start of the season in Tampa Bay -- six strikeouts and zero earned runs in seven innings -- may make him a potential starter in some leagues. However, Moore, who has a 5.59 ERA and […]

Mike Gerber Recalled From Triple-A Toledo

The Detroit Tigers have recalled outfielder Mike Gerber from Triple-A Toledo, the club announced Monday. Gerber had joined the club briefly last week as the 26th man for the team's doubleheader against Kansas City, but he was sent back to Toledo after the game. He'll now make the trip north again to rejoin the Tigers […]

Drew VerHagen Designated For Assignment

The Detroit Tigers announced that they are designating reliever Drew VerHagen for assignment. VerHagen, who is out of minor-league options, will have to clear waivers before the Tigers can assign him to the minors. He had allowed seven earned runs in 10 innings of work on the year.

Jesus Luzardo Promoted to Double-A

Oakland Athletics starting pitching prospect Jesus Luzardo has been moved up to the Double-A Midland rotation, according to Melissa Lockard of The Athletic. High-A has been no challenge for Luzardo, as he posted a 2-1 record with 25 strikeouts in 14 innings. Luzardo is one of the premium pitching prospects in the game to be in […]

Miguel Cabrera Is Heating Up

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera has been hot at the dish over the past seven days. After notching a hit, a walk, and an RBI Sunday against the Royals, Miggy certainly left his fantasy owners feeling pretty good at the end of the week. Over the last seven games, Cabrera has a .429/.571/.667 slash […]

Luis Castillo Allows Three Runs Sunday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo turned in another so-so performance on Sunday, allowing the St. Louis Cardinals to score three runs in five innings of work. Castillo allowed seven hits and walked four while registering just three strikeouts. It has been a disappointing start to the season for Castillo, who exploded on the scene during […]

Nicholas Castellanos Continues Hot Hitting

Detroit Tigers right fielder Nicholas Castellanos has been raking over the last week, and Sunday was no exception. Castellanos turned in a three-hit performance against the Royals and added two RBI with a run scored as the Tigers fell at home. The big day capped a productive seven-day stretch for Castellanos in which he hit […]

Adeiny Hechavarria With A Key Blow Sunday Versus The Twins

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria hit a three-run home run Sunday versus Minnesota. He went 1-for-4 and his batting average is now at .275. Six games ago, Hechavarria was batting .191. He also has 11 RBI now. Hechavarria is a defensive wizard who offers little for fantasy. His career high in HRs is eight. […]

C.J. Cron With Third HR In Two Days Sunday Versus Minnesota

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron continued his power-filled weekend Sunday versus the Twins. He went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run. It was his third long ball in two games and his fifth of the season. Cron has tempting power, as he has hit 16 home runs in each of the past three […]

Carlos Gomez With Key HR Sunday Versus Minnesota

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carlos Gomez hit the game-winning two-run home run Sunday versus Minnesota. He went 1-for-5, but that one hit was the game-winner. It was his third HR of the season. He has slumped to start the season and is now hitting .160. He has been batting in favorable spots in the batting […]

Alex Colome Earns Second Win Sunday Versus Minnesota

Tampa Bay Rays closer Alex Colome earned his second victory of the season Sunday versus the Twins. Much like his victory Friday, he pitched a scoreless inning and then the Rays won in the bottom of the inning. He also struck out all three batters he faced. Colome recorded an MLB-leading 47 saves in 2017, but […]

Yonny Chirinos With Reasonable Outing Sunday Versus Minnesota

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Yonny Chirinos had his first outing since being named the fourth member of the starting rotation. He went 4 2/3 innings, allowing two runs while striking out six. He had started the season with multiple scoreless appearances as he worked to build up his arm. Chirinos was named the Rays […]