Logan Forsythe Hopes To Start Throwing On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Logan Forsythe (shoulder) is hoping to start throwing this Saturday. He's been Justin Turner's catcher during rehab drills because Turner can't catch due to his fractured wrist, but his shoulder has prevented him from throwing. Forsythe is barely relevant in fantasy leagues that don't have less than 15 teams, but he's […]

Rich Hill Is Good To Go, Says Finger Is Fine

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Rich Hill (finger) says the cracked fingernail on his finger is fine. He even declared himself ready to go on the spot. He was placed on the 10-day disabled list and will likely come off of it when first eligible. He hasn't been his usual knockout self, so hopefully the time […]

Justin Turner Can Throw But Not Catch

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) is throwing but is unable to catch due to his healing wrist. He's also taking swings off a tee. Turner sustained a fracture last month after being hit by a pitch. Interestingly enough, the person doing the catching for him has been Logan Forsythe, who can't throw. […]

Max Muncy Draws Scherzer In Second Start, Yasiel Puig Bats Seventh

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy will start at third base for the second game as a Dodger on Friday. He hit a home run in his last game but will have a tougher time doing so against Max Scherzer, the Nationals starter. Yasiel Puig will start in right field and bat seventh. The placement […]

Stephen Vogt Headed To Extended Spring Training

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Stephen Vogt (shoulder) will head off to Arizona for extended spring training for the purpose of getting at-bats. He will go sometime in the next week. The plan after extended spring training would be for Vogt to then head off to one of the Brewers affiliates in the minors for a rehab […]

Mike Zunino Activated, In Lineup Friday

Seattle Mariners catcher Mike Zunino (oblique) has been activated from the disabled list and will start Friday night for the team. Zunino will make his season debut and hit seventh after rehabbing a sore oblique muscle. Zunino will automatically take over the everyday job behind the plate for Seattle and adds 20-plus home run pop to […]

Adam Eaton Not Ready To Come Off DL Yet

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (foot) is eligible to come off the disabled list as of Friday, but the team isn't ready to do that. He was seen before Friday's contest against the Dodgers throwing in the outfield, but no timetable has been given for his activation. Eaton is dealing with a bone bruise in […]

A.J. Pollock Out Of Lineup With Hand Issue

Updating a previous report, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock will be out of the lineup on Friday with a hand issue. He tweaked his hand in Thursday's game during the collision with Chris Owings. Manager Torey Lovullo says it's not serious and expects Pollock to be in the lineup on Saturday.

Matt Koch Making 2018 Debut in Start for Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have recalled pitcher Matt Koch to start against the Padres on Friday. With Taijuan Walker (elbow) going down with a season-ending injury, Arizona needs someone to fill the rotation spot. Koch has appeared in nine games at the major league level, pitching to a 1-1 record with a 3.15 ERA and a 13/5 K/BB […]

Hunter Pence Goes On Disabled List, Mac Williamson Called Up

The San Francisco Giants have placed outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) on the 10-day disabled list with a right thumb injury. Pence has been off to a slow start, hitting just .172 in 58 at-bats. Replacing Pence on the Giants roster will be Mac Williamson. Williamson has been on fire for Triple-A Sacramento, hitting .487 with […]

Anthony Rendon Remains Out of Nationals Lineup on Friday

Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon remains out of the lineup on Friday as he deals with a toe issue. He has been out of the lineup for the past six games, but the team has yet to place him on the disabled list. He's being placed by Wilmer Difo, who will bat eighth against […]

Eugenio Suarez Travels With Reds

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez is traveling with the Reds and said he can field and do some light throwing. Suarez has yet to start swinging the bat, but he says he’s feeling much better. The Reds have top prospect Nick Senzel working on his glove at third base, but with Suarez having encouraging […]

J.D. Martinez Not in Lineup on Friday

Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez is getting the day off for rest and is not in the lineup on Friday. He's replaced by Hanley Ramirez, with Mitch Moreland playing first. Martinez has been on fire in the early season, hitting .338 with four home runs and 15 RBI. He'll need to be in […]

Scott Schebler Activated From Disabled List

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Scott Schebler (elbow) has been activated from the disabled list. Schebler has been on the disabled list since April 6 with an elbow injury. The Reds have been employing a four-man rotation in their outfield, but Schebler can still help owners seeking power. Pitcher Cody Reed was sent down in a corresponding move. […]

Chris Owings Available Off of Bench on Friday

After being involved in a collision with teammate A.J. Pollock, Arizona Diamondbacks utility man Chris Owings passed his concussion test and is available off the bench on Friday. Owings has been solid to start the year, hitting .269 with a home run, six RBI and a stolen base. He's reportedly fine following the collision and […]

Kole Calhoun Dropped in Batting Order

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun was dropped to eighth in the lineup on Friday against right-hander Jeff Samardjiza. Calhoun has seen his playing time against left-handers dry up and is now hitting at the bottom of the order even against right-handers. This is not a good development for Calhoun, who is hitting just […]

Cardinals Prefer a Four-Man Rotation?

St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak was asked about starting pitcher Jack Flaherty and the possibility of the Cardinals moving to a six-man rotation. Mozeliak replied that he preferred the idea of a four-man rotation. Flaherty has been outstanding but was removed from the rotation and sent down to Triple-A when Adam Wainwright came off […]

Nationals Designate A.J. Cole for Assignment

The Washington Nationals have designated starting pitcher A.J. Cole for assignment and purchased the contract of reliever Carlos Torres from Triple-A. Cole has struggled during his time in the major leagues, pitching to a 5-8 record with a 5.32 ERA and a 102/48 K/BB ratio. Cole is a former top prospect, meaning that teams could […]

Zack Cozart Not in Friday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is not in the lineup for Friday's game against Jeff Samardzija and the Giants. Cozart is likely just getting a day off, allowing the left-handed hitting Luis Valbuena to enter the lineup at third base and bat fifth. Cozart is hitting .247 with two home runs and eight […]

Alex Reyes to Begin Rehab Assignment in Mid-May

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in mid-May. Reyes is recovering from Tommy John surgery. There has been a lot of question about whether Reyes would return as a starter or as a reliever, but general manager John Mozeliak said Reyes would enter rehab "most likely" […]

A.J. Pollock Out of Diamondbacks Lineup on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock is getting the day off and is out of the lineup on Friday. Jarrod Dyson is starting in his place. Pollock is fully healthy and is just resting on Friday. He's been on fire to start the 2018 season, hitting .254 with four home runs, 14 RBI and four stolen […]

Padres Reinstate Wil Myers from Disabled List

The San Diego Padres have activated starting right fielder Wil Myers (arm) off of the disabled list, sending reliever Tyler Webb to Triple-A. Myers was placed on the DL just three games into the season with right arm nerve irritation. However, the former All-Star is back for San Diego now and assuming he stays healthy, he […]

Matt Wisler to Make At Least One More Start for Braves

Following an outing in which he allowed just one run and struck out eight over seven innings, Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Matt Wisler has earned one more start in the rotation. While he shined his last time out, Wisler has been shaky overall in his career with an 18-22 record to go with a 5.16 […]

Carlos Gonzalez Sitting on Friday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez is out of the lineup on Friday with a hamstring injury. He is being replaced by Gerardo Parra, who is waiting to hear back on his appeal of a four-game suspension. It's unknown how long Gonzalez will be out of the lineup or if this will be a long-term injury. […]

Nolan Arenado Returns from Suspension on Friday

Following a five-game suspension for charging the mound against Padres pitcher Luis Perdomo, Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado is back in the lineup on Friday. He's batting third against Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks. Arenado has been solid to start the year, hitting .288 with a home run and six RBI. Arenado is arguably the […]

Max Kepler Starting in Center Against Rays

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler had to leave the team's game on Wednesday with a knee injury but is apparently fine, as he is starting in center on Friday against the Rays. Kepler will bat seventh against right-hander Chris Archer. Kepler has been solid to start the year for the Twins, hitting .268 with three […]

Jurickson Profar Starting at Shortstop on Friday

Texas Rangers infielder Jurickson Profar is returning to the lineup on Friday after missing two games with a concussion. He is playing shortstop and batting second against Mariners right-hander Felix Hernandez. Profar has been underwhelming to start the year, hitting just .222 with two RBI and a stolen base. However, he should start on most […]

Manny Pina Doing Baserunning Work

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Manny Pina (calf) was out doing pre-game base running with the Brewers athletic crew on Friday. Pina was placed on the 10-day disabled list on April 16 with calf tightness, and since then has been trying to get some running work in to recover. Brewers manager Craig Counsell said that they don't really […]

Eric Lauer Could Start for Padres on Thursday

With the San Diego Padres sending starting pitcher Luis Perdomo to Triple-A, the team is in need of a starter for their Thursday game against the Rockies. According to MLB.com's AJ Cassavell, that starter could be prospect Eric Lauer. Lauer is considered one of the best pitching prospects in San Diego's farm system and has proved […]

Luis Robert Could Go To Extended Spring Training Soon

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Luis Robert (thumb) will have his thumb checked out in Chicago next week. If everything checks out, he will report to extended spring training. Robert had a nice spring training before suffering a sprained thumb and has a very bright future for the White Sox. He will likely start the […]