Brett Anderson Goes Five Innings In No Decision

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brett Anderson didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Reds, allowing two runs on four hits over five innings. He struck out three without walking a batter. The veteran southpaw gave up solo shots to Scott Heineman and Jesse Winker in the third inning but was otherwise […]

Charlie Blackmon Goes Deep In Win Over Arizona

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer and one strikeout in a 7-6 win over the Diamondbacks on Saturday. Blackmon broke up a 3-3 tie in the bottom of the sixth inning when he took Madison Bumgarner deep for a two-run blast, his third of the season. It was his only […]

Tony Gonsolin To Make Rehab Start On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin (shoulder) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. The 27-year-old is moving in the right direction, and his return can't come soon enough for a team that has dealt with injuries throughout the rotation. Gonsolin is eligible to return at the end of May. However, […]

Josh Hader Perfect For Save Number 10

Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader struck out two in a perfect ninth inning Saturday to record his 10th save of the season in a 4-3 win over the Reds. The lefty continues his exceptional start to the season. Hader has yet to blow a save and has fanned multiple batters in three straight appearances and […]

Antonio Senzatela Allows Two Earned Runs In No-Decision

Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela took a no-decision on Saturday when he allowed three runs (two earned) on seven hits with one walk and three strikeouts in a 7-6 win over the Diamondbacks. Senzatela was rolling through the first five innings until running into some trouble in the top of the sixth. He allowed three […]

Anthony Santander Collects Three Hits, Homers Saturday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander had an encouraging day at the plate in Saturday's 12-9 loss to the Nationals. Santander went 3-for-3 with two singles, a solo home run, and a walk in his second game back since being activated from the injured list with an ankle injury. The 26-year-old now has a .234/.271/.406 slash […]

Alex Verdugo Remains Day-To-Day

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (hamstring) remains day-to-day. Verdugo went 3-for-3 on Friday night before being pulled due to hamstring tightness. He didn't play on Saturday against Philadelphia, but he could make it back for Sunday's series finale. However, with the team getting the day off on Monday before hosting the Braves on Tuesday, […]

Chris Sale Throws Bullpen Session On Saturday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Saturday. This is more good news and comes after the veteran recently reported how well he has felt between throwing sessions. Fantasy managers should continue to hang on to the strikeout artist, primarily since he could return at some point over the […]

Ryan Mountcastle Hits Grand Slam Saturday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman/outfielder Ryan Mountcastle had a big game at the plate in Saturday's 12-9 loss to the Nationals, going 2-for-4 with a double, a grand slam, and a strikeout. Mountcastle smashed a first-inning bases-loaded Jon Lester fastball into the bullpen to give the O's a 5-0 lead. The 24-year-old has had an inconsistent […]

Trevor Cahill Placed On Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Trevor Cahill (side) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. The veteran is currently experiencing left side discomfort, and it comes after he has gotten off to a rough start this season. Managers in deeper leagues are welcome to stash him, although a 6.81 ERA doesn't translate well in […]

Ke'Bryan Hayes Suits Up For Rehab Game

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes (wrist) went 1-for-2 during a rehab outing for Triple-A Indianapolis, accruing a hit while striking out once. The 24-year-old hasn't played since the start of the 2021 campaign but his presence in the lineup on Saturday is a step in the right direction. Hayes finished the shortened 2020 season […]

Tyler Stephenson Doubles, Drives In One

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in a 4-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Stephenson brought Nick Castellanos around to score with a single in the sixth inning. The rookie catcher has acclimated himself well in the majors, hitting .296 with two homers, 12 runs, and […]

Jesse Winker Stays Hot On Saturday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in a 4-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Winker has been on some kind of run of late, launching four homers over his past two games and five over his past seven contests. Overall, Winker is batting .353 with 12 homers, 32 […]

Sonny Gray Strikes Out Eight In No-Decision

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Sonny Gray turned in a quality start in a 4-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Gray allowed three runs over six innings of work while striking out eight and walking four but had to settle for a no-decision. The veteran hurler now has a 0-3 record, 3.96 ERA, 1.46 WHIP, […]

Taylor Widener To Likely Start On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taylor Widener (groin) will likely start on Sunday against Colorado. The righty has missed a month while trying to work his way back from a right groin strain. The 26-year-old currently sits on a 2.82 ERA to go along with 18 strikeouts throughout 22 innings of work. Fantasy managers in deeper […]

Kevin Kiermaier Leaves Saturday’s Matchup Against Toronto

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (eye) exited Saturday's matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays. It is unknown exactly what caused the eye irritation, but it is unwelcome news, especially since Kiermaier recently returned to the lineup after missing time with a sprained wrist. The 31-year-old is batting just .229 this season while striking out […]

Cody Bellinger Nearing Return

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger (leg) could return within eight days, according to skipper Dave Roberts. Bellinger continues to progress in his rehab and is currently on assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City. Since the beginning of April, the 25-year-old has been out of commission after suffering a hairline fracture in his left leg. Fantasy […]

Miles Mikolas Pulled From Return Start

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (forearm) was yanked from Saturday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs after only four innings of work. This is unfortunate news, primarily since this was the veteran's first start since 2019 due to shoulder and elbow issues. Fantasy managers who have him stashed can hang on to him a […]

Luis Arraez Day-To-Day With Right Shoulder Tightness

Minnesota Twins utility Luis Arraez (shoulder) is considered day-to-day with right shoulder tightness. Arraez was caught stealing in the first inning but appeared to injure his shoulder while sliding into the bag. He stayed in the game and put together some good at-bats, finishing the day 2-for-5. Manager Rocco Baldelli said that the team doesn't […]

Alex Kirilloff Plates A Run Saturday

Minnesota Twins outfielder/first baseman Alex Kirilloff extended his hit streak to nine games in a losing effort to the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. Kirilloff helped knock Indians' ace Shane Bieber out of the game with his game-tying RBI single to center. It was a loud base hit as it left the bat at an exit […]

Adam Frazier Extends Hitting Streak To Eight Games Saturday

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier extended his hitting streak to eight games on Saturday, finishing 1-for-4 in a 6-1 loss to the Braves. Over this streak, Frazier is hitting 17-for-34 with two RBI and four runs scored, as he is now slashing .337/.399/.466 on the year. When it comes to OBP formats, there are […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Stays Hot With Three Hits Saturday

Texas Rangers utility player Isiah Kiner-Falefa continued what has been a great month at the plate on Saturday, as he finished 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a run scored in an 8-4 win over the Astros. He has been on fire in the month of May, slashing .346/.388/.538 with two home runs, six […]

Jarren Duran Goes 5-for-5, Hits Two Homers At Triple-A

Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Jarren Duran had a huge day Saturday at Triple-A Worcester, going 5-for-5 with two home runs, a double, three RBI, and three runs scored. He has been impressive, but don't expect him in Boston just yet. There isn't a need in the Red Sox outfield, especially with Danny Santana coming […]

Miguel Sano Belts Eighth Home Run

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano went 1-for-5 with a home run and four strikeouts in a 5-3 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Sano has been on a home run streak lately, as he's now hit six of them since May 15. His latest blast traveled 415 feet at an exit velocity of 105 MPH. […]

Yoan Lopez Traded To Braves On Saturday

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Yoan Lopez was traded to the Atlanta Braves on Saturday after being designated for assignment earlier this week, according to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. In return, Arizona received outfield prospect Deivi Estrada from Atlanta. Lopez had struggled in Arizona this year, posting a 6.57 ERA with 13 strikeouts in […]

Eduardo Escobar Launches 12th Homer Of Year On Saturday

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eduardo Escobar went 2-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in a 7-6 loss to the Rockies on Saturday. It was Escobar's 12th home run of the season, as he improved his triple-slash line to .235/.277/.480 over 46 games this year. Despite the low numbers early on, […]

Madison Bumgarner Struggles On Saturday Against Rockies

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner had a rough outing on Saturday in Colorado, allowing seven runs — five earned — on eight hits with two strikeouts over six innings of work in a 7-6 loss. This was not the performance managers were hoping to see after he exited his last start early due to […]

Robert Dugger and Anthony Misiewicz Reinstated from COVID List

Seattle Mariners relief pitchers Robert Dugger and Anthony Misiewicz were reinstated from the COVID list Saturday, just one day after being placed on it. Wyatt Mills and Aaron Fletcher were demoted to Triple-A to make room on the active roster. The implication is that Dugger and Misiewicz were considered possible close contacts of a player […]

Alex Colome Charged With Loss Saturday

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Alex Colome was saddled with his fourth loss of the season on Saturday. Colome entered the game in the bottom of the 10th inning with the automatic runner on second and proceeded to serve up a game-winning homer to Cleveland Indians' second baseman Cesar Hernandez on a fastball right down the […]

Garrett Hampson Goes Hitless Again On Saturday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Garrett Hampson continued his recent struggles at the plate on Saturday, as he finished 0-for-4 with one RBI and a stolen base in a 7-6 win over the Diamondbacks. He is now 0-for-16 over his last four games, and is slashing .176/.250/.392 with two home runs, two steals, three RBI and seven […]