Andrelton Simmons Hitting Eighth

The Los Angeles Angels released their lineup for the first game of the Freeway series against the Dodgers, and shortstop Andrelton Simmons is hitting eighth. Simmons hit in the top half of the order for a huge chunk of the 2017 season, but offseason additions Ian Kinsler and Zack Cozart may push Simmons down toward […]

Mookie Betts Explodes for Two HR

Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts powered the Red Sox past Twins with two HR and three RBI. While his spring started out rough, Betts has came on strong and now sits with a .340 average. Betts is getting hot just in time for the start of the season. He remains an elite top-10 option.

Sam Travis Optioned To Triple-A

Boston Red Sox first base prospect Sam Travis was optioned down to Triple-A Pawtucket today, according to Sean McAdam of Boston Sports Journal. The Red Sox currently have two veterans who will be splitting time at first base. Travis has always had issues demonstrating power in the minors, as je has never hit more than […]

Nick Delmonico And Tim Anderson Rest Sunday

Chicago White Sox manager Rick Renteria decided to give a day off to outfielder Nick Delmonico and shortstop Tim Anderson as both are dealing with minor soreness. Anderson hurt his shoulder while diving for a ball, while Delmonico is dealing with a hamstring issue. Both players should be good to go for Opening Day.

Joe Musgrove To Throw Minor-League Game Before Joining Pirates Rotation

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Joe Musgrove got off to a late start in spring training due to shoulder discomfort, but he is expected to join the Pittsburgh Pirates' rotation in their third series of the season against the Cincinnati Reds. To keep him fresh, he will pitch in a minor-league game on March 31 before rejoining […]

Trevor Cahill Works Toward A Starting Rotation Job

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Trevor Cahill has a couple more starts ahead of him before he potentially takes over a starting gig. Cahill will work three innings in Tuesday’s game at AT&T Park, then he will go to the minor leagues to get in one start in Arizona, according to Susan Slusser of the San […]

Dinelson Lamet Leaves Start in Second Inning With Trainer

Just hours after being confirmed as the starter for the Padres' second game of the season, San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dinelson Lamet had a quick exit against the Mariners on Sunday, walking off the mound with a trainer after facing six batters. There is no word yet as to whether it is a serious […]

Mike Napoli Agrees To Report To Triple-A

Cleveland Indians first baseman/designated hitter Mike Napoli will accept an assignment to Triple-A Columbus, according to reports. Napoli was released by the team on Thursday and returned on a minor league deal, but he was said to be weighing his options for his next move. At the time of the transaction on Thursday, the club […]

Michael Brantley To Open Season On DL

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley will open the 2018 season on the 15-day disabled list. Brantley had offseason surgery on his ankle and only just made his spring debut this past Wednesday. Manager Terry Francona told reporters that Brantley has not suffered a setback and is just not ready to "carry the load" just yet. […]

Jacob Barnes Will Pitch Out Of Bullpen

Milwaukee Brewers RHP Jacob Barnes will pitch out of the bullpen for the Milwaukee Brewers as confirmed by Brewers manager Craig Counsell. While Barnes will have very limited opportunities to get saves behind Corey Knebel and Josh Hader, he will look to improve from a 4.00 ERA in 72.0 IP last season. Expect to see […]

Adam Wainwright Hits DL, Jack Flaherty Takes Rotation Spot

St. Louis Cardinals starter Adam Wainwright (hamstring) will start the 2018 season on the DL, and Jack Flaherty will slot in as the team's fifth starter. Wainwright strained his hamstring on Saturday running drills in the exact same manner that injured reliever Luke Gregerson on Friday. Flaherty makes for an interesting flyer. As Eno Sarris […]

Zack Granite Will Play Sunday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Zack Granite (shoulder) told reporters that he will play Sunday. Granite was dealing with a right shoulder contusion but it appears he will be fine. Granite picked up the bruise while making a diving catch on Thursday. Granite is hoping to make the Twins as a fourth outfielder although the shoulder issue […]

Kevin Quackenbush Makes Reds

The Cincinnati Reds informed right-hander Kevin Quackenbush on Sunday that he has made the team. The 29-year-old reliever will help round out the Reds' bullpen in 2018. Quackenbush struggled with the San Diego Padres in 2017, posting a 7.86 ERA in 26 1/3 innings of work. That being said, Quackenbush turned in a solid spring […]

Chris Sale OK And Ready For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (hip) says he is doing ok after getting hit by a line drive in the first inning yesterday, according to Chad Jennings of the Boston Herald. Sale was removed from the game and diagnosed with a left hip contusion, but the X-rays came back clean. “It looked a […]

Ty Blach To Start Opening Day For Giants

The San Francisco Giants announced that Ty Blach will start on Opening Day versus the Dodgers. Blach will replace Madison Bumgarner (hand) who is expected to miss the first six-to-eight weeks of the season after fracturing his hand. Blach can be avoided in all leagues as he doesn’t offer much upside and doesn’t strikeout enough […]

Reds Option Cody Reed, Release Ben Revere

The Cincinnati Reds made a bevy of roster moves on Sunday. Among the most notable, left-hander Cody Reed was optioned to Triple-A and veteran outfielder Ben Revere has been released. Reed has a special arm but has struggled with his control at the big league level. He's expected to be one of the first names […]

Ian Happ Expected To Lead Off Opening Day

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is expected to lead off on Opening Day. Happ has been tearing the cover off the ball this spring and has hit five home runs so far. His stock is climbing and he should be owned in all leagues as he should be able to help across the board with […]

Scott Kingery Signs Extension, Will Start Year With Phillies

Scott Kingery will indeed start the year with the Philadelphia Phillies after signing a six-year contract extension with the club. The deal also includes three team-option years that could have him with the club for nine seasons in total. The 23-year-old infielder hit .392 this spring, with four home runs and seven RBI. Arguably the […]

Justin Nicolino Claimed By Reds

The Cincinnati Reds claimed left-hander Justin Nicolino from the Miami Marlins on Sunday. He will represent the 39th man on Cincinnati's 40-man roster as they gear up for the start of the regular season. Nicolino, a former second-round draft pick, has not lived up to his draft status in his three-year MLB career. Over 50 […]

Andy Green Announces Starters for Opening Series Against Brewers

San Diego Padres manager Andy Green announced today that Clayton Richard, Dinelson Lamet and Luis Perdomo will start for San Diego in the team's home opening series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Richard had been announced as the Opening Day starter last week, but this is the first time it is been stated Lamet and Perdomo […]

Tyler Austin Could Start Opening Day

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said today that if Greg Bird is placed on the DL to begin the season, Tyler Austin would likely get the start at first base on Opening Day. Bird is currently dealing with a sore foot that will require him to undergo an MRI and a CT scan. Considering […]

Franchy Cordero Lands On DL To Start Season

According to MLB.com beat writer AJ Cassavell, San Diego Padres outfielder Franchy Cordero will begin the season on the DL. He continues to recover from a nagging groin injury that has kept him from running at full speed over the last week and a half. Cordero looked to be a favorite to land a spot […]

Shohei Ohtani's Final Spring Stats Underwhelm

Los Angeles Angels starter and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani had his final outing of spring training on Saturday. It was an intrasquad game against mostly low-level minor league players. He only gave up two hits, but his fastball was as low as 89 miles per hour. One scout expressed concern about his fastball command and […]

Trevor Richards Impresses Again For Marlins

As the Miami Marlins search for depth in their depleted starting rotation, prospect pitcher Trevor Richards is giving them hope. Richards, ranked as the organization's No. 22 prospect, was stellar for the second-straight start on Saturday in a win against the Washington Nationals. Richards out-dueled Max Scherzer twice in one week, allowing just two runs […]

Wei-Yin Chen Throws Batting Practice; Eyes May Return

Miami Marlins starter Wei-Yin Chen threw 16 pitches of batting practice on Sunday, and MLB.com's Joe Frisaro reports that Chen felt really good after the session. Chen made just five starts last year before a nagging left elbow injury shut him down for more than four months. The veteran southpaw was a dominant force in […]

Pirates May Be Leaning Toward Eight-Man Bullpen

After a flurry of moves on Saturday, the 25th spot on the Pittsburgh Pirates' roster will come down to first baseman Jose Osuna or an eighth reliever. MLB.com's Adam Berry believes the team is leaning toward another bullpen arm, but nothing is set in stone yet. Osuna has been one of Pittsburgh's best hitters this […]

Phillies Select Contract Of Drew Hutchison

After signing a minor league contract and reporting to Phillies camp this Spring Training, Drew Hutchison has earned a spot on the roster. The club made room for him today, designating veteran catcher Cameron Rupp for assignment. Hutchison, 27, has made six appearances for the Phillies this spring, starting three games and going 2-0 with […]

C.J. Cron And Brad Miller Situation At First Base Given More Explaination

Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash revealed some more about his plan for first base playing time in the regular season. Lefthanded C.J. Cron and righthanded Brad Miller will split time. However, it was noted that it will not be a strict platoon because they like Cron so much that they want to see him […]

Chris Archer Is Only A Bit Sore, All Ready For Regular Season

Updating previous posts, Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer says he is still a little sore but the swelling is down with the pain almost gone. He should be fine to start the season. Archer remains the clear ace of this four-man rotation, although fantasy owners may be a bit hesitant to invest after […]

Daniel Robertson Will Play Sunday, Ready For Opening Day

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Daniel Robertson (hand) will be back to play Sunday. His batting gloves will be fitted with protective pads on Saturday. This will leave him ready for Opening Day. His quick return is a bigger deal for the real-life ballclub than it is for fantasy. He is not a premier player in […]