David Hale Designated for Assignment by Yankees

For the third time this season and second time by the Yankees, relief pitcher David Hale has been designated for assignment on Tuesday. The move was made to open up a spot on the roster for outfielder Clint Frazier, who was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Hale has made three appearances this season, allowing six runs […]

Mike Trout to Bat Leadoff

Los Angeles Angels superstar outfielder Mike Trout is batting leadoff for the Angels on Tuesday against Gerrit Cole and the Houston Astros. With Ian Kinsler struggling and getting demoted to No. 7 and Zack Cozart getting the night off, Trout will hit leadoff with Japanese sensation Shohei Ohtani batting second. It's unlikely that Trout will […]

Jarrod Dyson Scratched With Sore Back

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson has been dealing with back tightness and will be out of the lineup on Tuesday. The injury is the reason why Dyson did not enter Monday's game in place of A.J. Pollock. Arizona does not expect this to be a long-term issue, and Dyson should be available by the end […]

Zack Cozart Not in the Lineup Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is out of the lineup on Tuesday. No word of an injury has come through, so it's possible that manager Mike Scioscia is just trying to stack his lineup with as many left-handers as possible against Gerrit Cole. Regardless, Luis Valbuena will take his place at third base, […]

Clint Frazier Not in Yankees Lineup Tuesday

After being recalled to the Yankees on Tuesday, outfielder Clint Frazier is not in the starting lineup against the Nationals and Gio Gonzalez. The Yankees will have Giancarlo Stanton starting in left field alongside Aaron Hicks and Aaron Judge. Fantasy owners hoping that the call-up would mean getting a start for Frazier should make sure […]

Brett Gardner Out of Yankees Lineup Tuesday

With the Yankees playing at the Nationals, outfielder Brett Gardner is not in the lineup on Tuesday. The Yankees will keep the bat of Giancarlo Stanton in the lineup against Gio Gonzalez by having him take over in left field for Gardner. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor lineups for the next few days while […]

Shohei Ohtani Batting Second

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is batting second on Tuesday. With Zack Cozart getting a day off, Mike Trout slides up to the leadoff spot with Ohtani also moving up. This is the highest Ohtani has been in the order despite his excellent .348/.392/.652 slash line and five home runs. With Cozart's on-base […]

Ryan Braun Out Of Lineup Tuesday Against Diamondbacks

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (back) will be absent from the lineup on Tuesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Braun was a late scratch in Monday's game after being in the starting lineup with back tightness. Braun has a long history with small day-to-day injuries every so often, and this is likely nothing more than a […]

Carson Smith Sent To DL With Shoulder Injury

Boston Red Sox reliever Carson Smith suffered a right shoulder subluxation while throwing his glove in frustration, according to Christopher Smith of MassLive.com. He injured his shoulder in the dugout after giving up a homer to Khris Davis of the Athletics. Once the injury calms down, Smith will get a second opinion. He has been […]

Edwin Encarnacion Out of Tuesday's Lineup

Cleveland Indians first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (neck, back) is out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers. The veteran slugger is sitting out due to stiffness in his neck and back. It is not a serious issue and is considered a day-to-day type of injury. Michael Brantley will serve as the Indians designated hitter […]

Brian Anderson, Miguel Rojas in Starting Lineup

After leaving Sunday's game against the Braves with injuries, Marlins outfielder Brian Anderson (finger) and shortstop Miguel Rojas (wrist) are both in Tuesday's starting lineup against the Dodgers. Anderson left after feeling discomfort in his middle finger on his right hand in his final at-bat, while Rojas was replaced on defense after being hit by […]

Kyle Seager Slugging .510 In May

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager has seven extra-base hits in the month of May and is slugging .510 in his last 51 at-bats. He especially has been doing damage the past few games, smacking two doubles, three home runs and eight runs driven in over his last five games. The Mariners will need Seager […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Takes On Athletics Tuesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez faces off against the Athletics searching for his fourth win of the year Tuesday. In three career starts, he is 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA and 0.68 WHIP against Oakland. However, Fenway has not been a safe haven for him, as he carries a career 4.76 ERA and […]

Jorge Soler is Not in The Lineup on Tuesday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Jorge Soler (rib) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. He suffered the injury during a leaping catch on Monday. Manager Ned Yost does not believe the injury is serious, so fantasy owners should expect Soler to be back in the lineup on Wednesday. […]

Jake Marisnick Stuck In 3-for-22 Rut

Houston Astros outfielder Jake Marisnick's season continues to go down the tubes, posting only three hits over his last 22 at-bats to drag his average down to .141. For a player who hit 16 home runs last season and hit .243, this has been nothing short of a disappointment to begin Marisnick's season. He is […]

Jameson Taillon Will Start on Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (finger) will make his scheduled start against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, according to manager Clint Hurdle. Taillon left after three innings during his last start with a finger laceration. He played catch on Sunday, and it sounds like he'll be ready for Wednesday. Taillon has not pitched […]

Max Stassi Hitting .437 During Four-Game Hitting Streak

Houston Astros catcher Max Stassi continues to earn his at-bats and is 7-for-16 (.437) with one home run, three doubles and three runs driven in over his last four games. He is now slashing .348/.375/.609 through 23 at-bats this month with an impressive OPS of .984. The Astros still have veteran catcher Brian McCann but […]

Adam Eaton Expects to Return in Six Weeks

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) said on Tuesday that he expects to return to the Nats active roster in six weeks. He underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle last Thursday. It sounds like he finally has a timetable after landing on the disabled list April 11. Eaton should be stashed in most standard […]

Clint Frazier Recalled from Triple-A

MLB Network Insider Joel Sherman reports that the Yankees are recalling outfielder Clint Frazier from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Over 12 games at Triple-A, Frazier has been hitting .362 with three doubles, two triples, three home runs and a 1.125 OPS. In a corresponding move, pitcher David Hale was designated for assignment. Frazier is not in the […]

Yu Darvish Activated And Will Start Tuesday

As expected, the Chicago Cubs activated starting pitcher Yu Darvish from the 10-day disabled list after a battle with the flu. Darvish ended up only missing one start and will face the Braves on Tuesday. Darvish has struggled so far this season with a 6.00 ERA in 30 innings. The Cubs and fantasy owners are […]

Dansby Swanson on Track to Return This Weekend

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (wrist) is on track to return from the disabled list this weekend. He has taken on-field batting practice without any discomfort in his left wrist. He's expected to play one rehab game before possibly returning to the Braves on Friday. Johan Camargo and Charlie Culberson have been filling in for […]

Justin Turner And Logan Forsythe Activated

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) and second baseman Logan Forsythe (shoulder) were activated from the disabled list on Tuesday to start their series against the Marlins in Miami. Infielder Kyle Farmer and outfielder Tim Locastro were sent down to Triple-A in a corresponding move. Turner hasn't played all season and is batting […]

Victor Arano Could Return on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Victor Arano (shoulder) could come off the disabled list on Wednesday. He made a rehab appearance on Monday and it does not sound like he will need another rehab outing. Arano is posting a 0.75 ERA in 12 innings with 13 strikeouts this season. He's only worth owning in leagues that […]

Matt Carpenter Back in the Lineup for Tuesday's Series Opener

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's series opener against the Minnesota Twins. Carpenter was on the bench for the entire weekend series against the San Diego Padres so that he'd have a chance to work on his swing. He's hitting just .145/.294/.282 so far this season, and […]

Dexter Fowler Not in Tuesday's Starting Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler is not in Tuesday's starting lineup. He's struggled his way to a .146/.257/.285 line so far this season. He was out of the lineup on Sunday as well, as Harrison Bader has been playing well and will get another start to open up the series against the Minnesota Twins. […]

Adam Wainwright Headed For Yet Another DL Stint

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright is set to go back on the disabled list, and Jack Flaherty will replace him. Wainwright has only thrown 18 innings this season and has given up 14 walks. Seeing as how he's unreliable, he may be losing his starting spot. Flaherty has made several starts now, and […]

Bradley Zimmer Placed on the Disabled List

Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer was placed on the disabled list with a left rib contusion. Zimmer got hurt a week ago while making a play in the outfield, but he was trying to play through it. He'd only made one start since the injury, so he'll head to the 10-day disabled list to allow […]

Griffin Canning Part of Another No-Hitter

Los Angeles Angels pitching prospect Griffin Canning has now been a part of two combined no-hitters this season for the Double-A Mobile Bay Bears. Canning is the Angels seventh-ranked prospect. He has a 1.95 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 27 2/3 innings since coming up to Double-A. He started the year at High-A Inland Empire […]

Noah Syndergaard Should See Strikeout Uptick Against Toronto

New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard was supposed to face the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday prior to the weather postponement, a game in which his strikeout totals should have risen considering Philly’s penchant for punchouts. While the Toronto Blue Jays don’t strike out as much as the Phillies, it’s pretty close (378 total strikeouts […]

Charlie Blackmon To Rest On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (rest) will not play on Tuesday against the San Diego Padres. This is just customary rest for Blackmon, who after the off day on Wednesday will be inserted in the lineup on Thursday. He will get a pinch-hit opportunity, so if you have no other outfielders to put in, he […]