Taylor Trammell Not In Seattle's Lineup Monday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Taylor Trammell is not in the lineup for Monday's matchup with the White Sox. It's a day off for Trammell, who has gotten off to a slow start this season by going 1-for-10 with a double, two RBI and two runs scored through his first three games. Trammell should be back in […]

Adam Eaton Will Sit On Monday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton will rest on Monday versus the Seattle Mariners. With left-hander Justus Sheffield on the mound, the opportunity came give Eaton a day off. Eaton has hit second in three of the White Sox four games this season and could have sneaky value for managers seeking runs if he remains […]

Tim Anderson Out Of Monday's Lineup

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (hamstring) will remain sidelined on Monday versus the Seattle Mariners. Anderson suffered a left hamstring strain on Sunday and exited the game immediately. The All-Star has been off to a slow start with just three hits in his first 15 at-bats, but has slugged a home run on the […]

Corey Dickerson Back In Miami Lineup, Leading Off Monday

Miami Marlins outfielder Corey Dickerson is back in the starting lineup on Monday and will be batting leadoff against the Cardinals. It will be his first start since Opening Day, as he has started off the year 1-for-6 with a double and an RBI. He didn't look particularly great in Spring Training, where he slashed […]

Giancarlo Stanton Back In Lineup Monday

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is back in the lineup Monday after having the day off on Sunday. Stanton is off to a slow start so far, as he is 0-for-8 with two walks through his first two games. He'll look to get his season on track against Baltimore Orioles starter Jorge Lopez.

Anthony Santander Out Of Lineup Monday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Yankees. Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports that it is just a day off for Santander, as manager Brandon Hyde wanted to give Santander the day off on Sunday but was talked into allowing him to start. Managers should […]

Jazz Chisholm Not In Monday's Lineup

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm is getting his first day off of the young 2021 season on Monday against Daniel Ponce de Leon and the St. Louis Cardinals. Jon Berti is getting the start at second base in the game. Chisholm had a mostly positive opening series against the Tampa Bay Rays. He went […]

Chaz Roe Placed On IL With Shoulder Strain

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Chaz Roe (shoulder) is heading to the injured list with a shoulder strain, according to MLB.com's Adam Berry. Roe will be shut down from throwing for four to six weeks, and he could be out for as long as 12 weeks. He has been a solid, high-strikeout middle reliever for […]

AJ Pollock Headed To The Bench On Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock is not part of the starting lineup for the team's game against the Oakland Athletics on Monday. Pollock sat the season opener, then went on to start three straight games in left field, going 2-for-14 with three runs, seven strikeouts and no extra-base hits. Zach McKinistry is getting the […]

Austin Dean Starting In Right Field On Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Austin Dean is drawing his first start of the season on Monday against left-hander Trevor Rogers and the Miami Marlins. He'll bat eighth in the lineup in the game. Justin Williams started in right field for each of the team's three games in their opening series against the Cincinnati Reds. The […]

Luis Arraez Dealing With Stomach Illness

Minnesota Twins utility Luis Arraez (illness) is dealing with a stomach illness. Arraez was removed from Monday's game earlier for reasons that were unclear at the time, though it turns out that the 23-year-old is dealing with a gastrointestinal issue, which clearly caused him discomfort during his last at-bat. The Twins said that it's a […]

Cole Sulser Optioned To Alternate Site

The Baltimore Orioles have optioned relief pitcher Cole Sulser to the team's alternate training site at Double-A Bowie. Fellow relief pitcher Shawn Armstrong was activated off the COVID-19 injured list, leading to the Sulser demotion. Last year, Sulser was one of the team's primary closers, saving five games while posting a 5.56 ERA and 1.50 […]

Austin Hays Placed On Injured List With Hamstring Injury

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The Orioles recalled Ryan McKenna in a corresponding move. Hays left Sunday's game in the third inning after diving into second base while running out a double. Hays has been plagued by numerous injuries for several years. He made his MLB […]

Bobby Dalbec Not In Monday's Lineup

Boston Red Sox first baseman Bobby Dalbec is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Marwin Gonzalez is getting the start at first base in the game. Dalbec started each game in the team's opening series against the Baltimore Orioles and went hitless. He was 0-for-10 with five strikeouts. Dalbec […]

Dylan Bundy Bumped Up To Start Tuesday's Game

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Dylan Bundy will make his second start of the season on Tuesday against the Houston Astros. Griffin Canning, who was originally slated to pitch on Tuesday, will be skipped in the rotation. Canning threw warmup pitches in the later innings of Sunday's game and Angels manager Joe Maddon has decided […]

Dominic Smith Not In Monday's Lineup

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith is not in the starting lineup for the season opener against the Phillies on Monday. Outfielder Kevin Pillar will instead get the start in centerfield, with Brandon Nimmo moving over to left field against lefty Matt Moore. A peculiar move made by manager Luis Rojas, despite his pre-game […]

Trent Grisham Poised To Return This Weekend

San Diego Padres manager Jayce Tingler is optimistic outfielder Trent Grisham (hamstring) will return this weekend against the Texas Rangers. Out since March 11, Grisham has been getting live at-bats at the alternate site and looks ready to resume his role as the Friars everyday center fielder. The 24-year-old posted a 121 wRC+ with 10 […]

Garrett Cooper Placed On Injured List On Monday

Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper was placed on the injured list on Monday due to a bad reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine. Cooper was experiencing some negative side effects and was not going to be able to play. Because it is the COVID IL, Cooper will not need to miss 10 days, instead he […]

Nick Neidert Called Up On Monday

Miami Marlins right-handed pitcher Nick Neidert was called up to the big league team on Monday. With starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez (bicep) placed on the 10-day injured list, the Marlins will need someone to take his place in the starting rotation. Neidert pitched well this spring and could be the one to slide into the […]

Jazz Chisholm Not In Monday's Lineup

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Cardinals. Chisholm is getting his first rest day of the 2021 season after starting all three games against the Rays in the opening series. The speedy infielder looked impressive, collecting a triple, two runs scored, and two stolen bases. […]

Yandy Diaz Gets Day Off Monday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Diaz is not in Monday's lineup against the Red Sox, as he gets his first day off of the 2021 season. Diaz impressed in the team's opening series, collecting three hits and a pair of RBI and runs scored in three contests against the Marlins. Yoshitomo Tsutsugo will enter […]

Jason Heyward Sitting Versus Lefty On Monday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward will rest on Monday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. With left-hander Brett Anderson on the hill, it makes sense to give the veteran outfielder a day off. Heyward is 2-for-11 on the season with a home run, but most of his value comes on defense and managers can feel safe leaving […]

Jesse Winker Not In Lineup For Monday's Game

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker (illness) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Pirates. Winker is dealing with a non-COVID-related illness, which forced him to miss Sunday's game. It doesn't sound like the slugger is facing a lengthy absence. Tyler Naquin, who homered on Sunday, will get another start in left and […]

Joc Pederson Gets Monday Off

Chicago Cubs outfielder Joc Pederson will have his first day off of the season on Monday versus the Milwaukee Brewers. Pederson hit eight home runs in the spring, but has been hitless in 10 at-bats with five strikeouts so far. The slugger came over to the Cubs with the promise that he'd be able to […]

Elieser Hernandez Placed On The 10-Day Injured List

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez (bicep) was placed on the 10-day Injured List on Monday. Hernandez is dealing with right biceps inflammation, an injury that he suffered during his start on Saturday. It's disappointing news for both the Marlins and his fantasy managers- as Hernandez was a popular sleeper pick in fantasy circles heading […]

George Springer Progressing Well

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (oblique) is "doing really well" in his recovery from an oblique injury, per manager Charlie Montoyo. Springer suffered the ailment late in the spring, and it cost him the opening series of the season, though the team expected him to be ready for their home opener on April 8. […]

Andres Gimenez Sitting On Monday

Cleveland Indians infielder Andres Gimenez is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Royals. This will be his second straight game on the bench- and second straight start for Ahmed Rosario at short- against a left-handed pitcher. It's worth noting that Gimenez did start against a southpaw on Opening Day, so while it […]

Luis Arraez Exits Game With Injury

Minnesota Twins utility Luis Arraez (undisclosed) left Monday's game with an unknown injury. Arraez appeared to hurt himself during his second at-bat of the game, grabbing his midsection before manager Rocco Baldelli and trainer Michael Salazar came out to check on him. The 23-year-old was 1-for-1 with a walk and two runs scored. Fellow utility […]

Kyle Tucker Driving In Runs Early

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker is hitting only .176 heading into Monday's action but already has seven runs batted in. The Astros have played only four games but Tucker has picked up at least one RBI in each game. The 24-year-old homered on Sunday and is looking to prove last year's shortened season wasn't a […]

Kevin Newman Not In Pirates' Lineup Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Kevin Newman is not in the lineup on Monday for the series opener with the Reds. After a blistering Spring Training in which he slashed .606/.641/.788 in 13 games, Newman has come back down to earth to start the regular season as he is just 3-for-13 with one RBI and a strikeout […]