Cody Bellinger Heading In The Right Direction

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger (leg) could be heading for a minor-league rehab assignment sometime next week. This is another step in the right direction and comes after it was reported during the week that Bellinger is making "very encouraging progress." The 25-year-old hasn't played since mid-April, but fantasy managers should obviously continue to […]

Andrew Vaughn Crushes Second Home Run

Chicago White Sox first baseman/outfielder Andrew Vaughn went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader. Vaughn has really been seeing the ball well of late and has now hit two dingers in his last four games. Vaughn wasn't getting much playing time at the beginning of the year, but injuries […]

Michael Kopech Continues To Impress

Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech performed well in his third start of the season in Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader versus the Kansas City Royals. Kopech went four innings and allowed two hits, one run, two walks and struck out five on the evening. Kopech has now made all three of his starts in […]

Zach McKinstry Nearing Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Zach McKinstry (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday or Monday. This is certainly good news, primarily for the fantasy managers who have been without his fantasy production since April 20. The 26-year-old is currently batting nearly .300 to go along with 14 RBI, seven […]

Nick Pivetta Delivers A Quality Start

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nick Pivetta delivered a quality start Friday night against the Angels, throwing six innings while giving up two runs on four hits and no walks. He struck out seven. Pivetta has had a quality start in each of his last two outings, and has three total for the season. For […]

Adalberto Mondesi Wants More At-Bats Before Returning

Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (oblique) stated he wanted a few more at-bats from the left side of the plate before making his 2021 debut. The speedster is rumored to return sometime by next Sunday, although it is unknown if this latest revelation could delay things a bit longer. The 25-year-old led the league […]

Matt Barnes Locks Down The Save Friday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes struck out the side Friday against the Angels to collect his ninth save of the season. Barnes has been sensational to start the year, with a 1.89 ERA, .47 WHIP, and 33 strikeouts in just 19 innings. At this rate, Barnes could soon move into the conversation to […]

Hunter Renfroe Hits Fifth Home Run

Boston Red Sox outfielder Hunter Renfroe went deep Friday against Griffin Canning of the Angels. It was his fifth long ball of the season. Renfroe went 2-for-3 in the contest with two RBI and two runs scored. He's put together a slash line of .241/.275.420 to start the year, and should be a mainstay in […]

Bobby Dalbec Hits Another Homer

Boston Red Sox first baseman Bobby Dalbec went deep again Friday, giving him back-to-back games with a dinger. This two-run shot, his fourth of the year, was a big one, as it gave the Red Sox the lead in the bottom of the seventh inning. Dalbec went 1-for-2 in the contest walk a walk, and […]

Jose Urquidy Remains Day-To-Day

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jose Urquidy (shoulder) is considered day-to-day. The 26-year-old lasted just four innings before getting the hook during Wednesday's outing against the Angels due to what was described as a posterior shoulder injury. However, since then, an MRI revealed no significant damage, although he is in jeopardy of not suiting up for […]

Jose Abreu Tests Negative For A Concussion

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (face) tested negative for a concussion. The veteran left Game 1 of the doubleheader against the Kansas City Royals on Friday after colliding with Hunter Dozier. Although he suffered a contusion and laceration to his face, as well as a bruised left knee, he didn't appear to suffer […]

Joc Pederson Stays Hot With Three More Hits

Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson remained hot on Friday versus the Detroit Tigers with a 3-for-4 performance. Pederson started the season slow, but was dealing with a wrist issue that sent him to the injured list. Since his return, Pederson has been on an absolute tear. The slugger hasn't shown much power yet, but he […]

Craig Kimbrel K's The Side For Seventh Save

Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel continued his impressive season by recording his seventh save of the season on Friday versus the Detroit Tigers. Kimbrel worked a perfect 1-2-3 inning and struck out all three batters that faced. The upcoming free agent and potential trade candidate has looked like his vintage self this season. He now […]

Kris Bryant Hits Dinger In Return

Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant returned to the lineup on Friday and went 2-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run. Bryant has been on a tear in his walk year and hasn't let injuries slow him down this season. Bryant is now hitting .309 with a 1.069 OPS to go along with […]

Jake Arrieta Picks Up Victory In Return

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta picked up his fourth victory of the season in his return from the injured list on Friday. Arrieta went six innings versus the Detroit Tigers and allowed four hits, two runs, one walk and recorded just one strikeout. Arrieta was impressive throughout the contest and both his runs allowed […]

Kike Hernandez Making Progress Toward Return

Boston Red Sox outfielder Kike Hernandez (hamstring) will be on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Worcester on Saturday and Sunday. The 29-year-old hasn't played since May 6 while dealing with a right hamstring strain. Fortunately for fantasy managers, Hernandez is eligible to come off the injured list on May 17, and Barring any setbacks, he […]

Walker Buehler Won’t Pitch On Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler won't start on Sunday, according to skipper Dave Roberts. With the team dealing with injuries in the rotation, this move appears precautionary, primarily since the righty is coming off a seven-inning outing against the Mariners on Tuesday. Roberts also indicated that the bullpen would handle things against Miami, […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Could Return Saturday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (ankle) could return on Saturday. The slugger injured his left ankle during Thursday's loss to Toronto, and although he didn't suffer a fracture, it was still too sore for him to suit up on Friday night against Milwaukee. The 23-year-old was replaced in the outfield and the leadoff spot […]

Carlos Santana Extends On-Base Streak To Eight Games

Kansas City Royals first baseman Carlos Santana went 1-for-2 with two walks, one RBI and a run scored in a 6-2 win in Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader with the White Sox. Santana has now reached base safely in eight straight games, as he is hitting 5-for-20 with 13 walks over that span. He is […]

Brad Keller Strikes Out Seven In Win Thursday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller struck out seven batters and earned the win over the White Sox in Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader. Keller allowed just two runs on five hits and three walks, as he set a season-high in strikeouts while improving to 3-4 on the year. With a 6.75 ERA and […]

Framber Valdez To Begin Rehab Assignment Sunday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (finger) will begin a rehab assignment on Sunday with Triple-A Sugar Land, according to MLB.com's Brian McTaggart. It's been quite the turn of events for Valdez, who at one point was believed to have suffered a season-ending injury when he fractured his finger during Spring Training, but now McTaggart […]

Paul DeJong Placed On Injured List With Rib Fracture

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong (rib) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday with a non-displaced fracture in his left rib, according to Zachary Silver of MLB.com. DeJong was hit in the ribs by a pitch on Tuesday, and then exited Wednesday's game with discomfort in his left side. Manager Mike Shildt […]

Shohei Ohtani Has Next Start Pushed Back

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (fatigue) will have his next start on the mound pushed back an additional one to three days due to fatigue, according to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com. Coming off his best start in years, Ohtani was scheduled to take the mound again on Tuesday against Cleveland, but manager […]

Hunter Dozier Placed On Concussion Injured List

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (concussion protocol) was placed on the seven-day injured list on Friday after he was involved in a collision in Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader, according to Lynn Worth of the Kansas City Star. Dozier collided with White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu while running to first base on […]

David Price Getting Close To Being Activated

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher David Price (hamstring) says that he feels he is getting close to returning to the team, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Price said that his hamstring feels like it's ready to go and he's "checked off all the boxes" for his return, and now he's just waiting to hear […]

Ty France Will Be Placed On The Injured List

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Ty France will be placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with a wrist injury. This issue may stem from April 19, when France was plunked in the forearm/wrist area by Los Angeles Dodgers starter Dustin May. France had struggled mightily after that point, batting .096 with a .332 OPS in […]

Evan White Placed On Injured List

Seattle Mariners first baseman Evan White was placed on the 10-day injured list before Friday's game against Cleveland. Donovan Walton was called up to take his place on the active roster. It's bad timing for White, whose at-bats had begun to improve lately despite a .144/.202/.237 slash line for the year. Jose Marmolejos should pick […]

Mitch Garver Gets The Day Off Friday

Minnesota Twins catcher Mitch Garver is getting a breather on Friday and won't be in the lineup for the first game of the series against the Athletics. Garver was behind the plate for each of the past two games, going 2-for-8 with a run scored. Benjamin Rortvedt will serve as the backstop and bat ninth.

Ronald Acuna Jr. Not In Lineup After Early Exit Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (ankle) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's contest with the Brewers. Acuna was listed as day-to-day after injuring his ankle in Thursday's game, but it's not believed to be serious as X-rays came back negative. Ehire Adrianza is taking over in right field in his place against […]

Jose Altuve Gets Night Off Friday Against Rangers

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve is not in the lineup on Friday night against the Rangers. It appears to be a day off for Altuve, who is slashing .291/.333/.444 over 28 games, and has started in 17 straight games. Robel Garcia will get the start in his place at second base, and will bat […]