Trey Mancini Has Strong Night To Help O's Come Back

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini surely wishes he was off to a better start, but he certainly had a great Thursday night. He went 3-for-5 and drove in two runs, both of them on a two-run homer, his fourth of the season. Mancini is good to have for outfield depth if you have a very […]

Odubel Herrera Cannot Be Stopped

There's no denying that Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera is one of the hottest hitters in the game at this point. The 26-year-old picked up three more hits and drove in two runs as the Phillies prevailed 6-3, finishing off a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants. Herrera’s average now stands at .353, while […]

Vince Velasquez Leads Phillies Sweep

The Philadelphia Phillies finished off a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants on Thursday behind the arm of Vince Velasquez. The enigmatic right-hander got off to a troubling start, surrendering a home run in the first and later allowing two more runs in the second. At the plate, however, Velasquez did solid, picking up […]

Phillies Recall Jake Thompson, Demote Zac Curtis

Prior to Thursday’s home game against the San Francisco Giants, the Philadelphia Phillies made a move that altered their bullpen. Left-hander Zac Curtis was demoted in favor of Jake Thompson, leaving the club without a left-handed pitcher. The Phillies have long moved into somewhat of an exclusive right-handed pitching staff, having last had a southpaw […]

Ozhaino Albies Hits Grand Slam To Lead Braves To Easy Win

Many thought that Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozhaino "Ozzie" Albies was going to have a strong 2018 season. I don't think they expected him to already have 11 homers by mid-May. Albies hit No. 11 on Thursday night, and it was a grand slam. He finished the night with five RBI to help Atlanta win, […]

Manny Machado Crushes Homer No. 10 As O's Roar Back

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado has one mission this season - destroy baseballs so many times that teams will be lining up with mega-contracts during the off-season. We're talking deals that make the lottery look like pocket change. He's doing a good job of that, hitting his tenth long ball of the season on Thursday […]

Christian Villanueva Out Thursday

San Diego Padres third baseman Christian Villanueva is out of the lineup Thursday night against the St. Louis Cardinals. Villanueva is mired in a treacherous 0-for-28 slump and his batting average has dipped all the way from .348 to .243 since April 28. The night off could allow him to clear his mind. Villanueva was […]

Matt Harvey To Start Friday

The newest member of the Cincinnati Reds will be making his pitching debut this weekend against the Dodgers. Matt Harvey, who was acquired from the Mets, has had a volatile 2018, but is hoping his fortune changes with Cincy. Harvey has an atrocious 7.00 ERA and a 0-2 record through eight appearances on the season. […]

Miguel Sano Resumes Baseball Activities

Twins' slugger Miguel Sano (hamstring) was fielding grounders at third base before Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Sano has missed the past 11 games, but the fact that he traveled with the team to L.A was an encouraging sign. Sano is a fantastic power number producer and that bat has been dearly missed […]

Adam Eaton Undergoes Arthroscopic Surgery

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) underwent arthroscopic surgery on his ankle Thursday to relieve pain that was originally thought to be a bone bruise. The source of the pain was essentially a cartilage tear that had been undetected on previous MRIs. Because they could find no reason for the pain, his doctors elected to […]

Matt Shoemaker Shut Down

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Matt Shoemaker (forearm) has been shut down. “He’s stuck in neutral right now,” manager Mike Scioscia said. Shoemaker was throwing from 150 feet back on May 2 and at the time felt that a bullpen session was coming soon. Evidently that is not the case. For now, he does not have […]

Bryce Harper Returns To Lineup, Ryan Zimmerman Sits

Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper is back in the leadoff spot on Thursday after taking a day off to rest and reset. He's mired in a huge slump and wasn't even used on Wednesday as a pinch hitter with the game on the line. First baseman Ryan Zimmerman is sitting and Matt Adams will cover […]

Kole Calhoun Returns to Lineup

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun is back in the lineup, batting eighth. Calhoun has been out of the lineup for nearly a week. He has not been starting against left-handed pitching and was replaced by Jabari Blash. Blash was just sent to Triple-A however, so Calhoun should resume his role in right field […]

Tommy Pham Will Start on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. He missed two games earlier in the week due to a groin issue. He will draw the start in center field and be in his normal leadoff spot in the lineup. He should be […]

Keynan Middleton Activated from DL

The Angels have activated right-hander Keynan Middleton from the disabled list. To make room on the roster, they have optioned outfielder Jabari Blash to Triple-A. Middleton is expected to return to the closer role and should be owned in nearly all formats. If an impatient owner dropped him while he was out, now is the […]

Anibal Sanchez Scheduled to Throw on Friday

Atlanta Braves pitcher Anibal Sanchez (hamstring) is scheduled to pitch a simulated game on Friday. The Braves are concerned that Sanchez could re-aggravate his hamstring covering first base, but will test it out on Friday. Sanchez is prepping to rejoin the starting rotation, but will pitch out of the bullpen if he's asked to do […]

Dee Gordon Will Sit on Thursday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon (toe) will not play against the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. He is sitting out due to a bruised right toe. He suffered the injury when he fouled a ball off his toe. The Mariners do not expect Gordon to miss more than one game. Gordon should be back […]

David Dahl Hitting Cleanup On Thursday

Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl will bat cleanup on Thursday against the Milwaukee Brewers. With Dahl hitting for a .304 batting average in 46 at-bats this season, it looks like Rockies manager Bud Black is starting to trust Dahl more as his starts continue to increase. He was normally hitting at the two-hole, however, it […]

Rougned Odor Expected to Be Activated on Friday

Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor (hamstring) is expected to be activated off the disabled list on Friday. He will play again for Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday. He has been on the disabled list since April 9 due to a left hamstring strain. There is a good chance that he is in the Rangers […]

Carlos Gonzalez To Sit Again On Thursday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez (rest) will sit again for the third time in four nights in the bout against the Milwaukee Brewers. After going 2-for-4 on Wednesday, it looks like the Rockies will opt to use Gonzalez as a bench outfielder. David Dahl will play right field in place of Gonzalez. It looks like […]

Pat Neshek Hopes to Return in June

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek (shoulder) is hopeful to be able to return to the Phillies bullpen by June. He was shut down from throwing after being diagnosed with a right forearm strain. He has not pitched this season, but has been a reliable reliever when healthy. Fantasy owners should not bother hanging onto […]

Adam Wainwright Throws Bullpen Session on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday. Wainwright could be cleared to return for the Cardinals road trip this weekend, but nothing is official yet. The veteran righty threw five scoreless innings during a rehab start on Monday. Deeper league owners should consider picking up […]

Justin Smoak Playing Steady, But Not Outstanding

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Justin Smoak has had trouble repeating his career year of 2017, but at the least, he’s been steady (just not spectacular) in 2018. On Wednesday against the Seattle Mariners, Smoak finished 1-for-3 with a double, an RBI, a run scored, and a walk. He’s now picked up hits in five […]

Zach Davies Not Ready To Start Friday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (shoulder) was projected to start on Friday, however, will sit out in favor of Brandon Woodruff. After throwing a bullpen session on Wednesday, it looks like he still needs a little bit more time before returning to the rotation. With Chase Anderson starting on Saturday, if Davies is ready […]

Brandon Woodruff Called Up, Will Start On Friday

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff has been called up from Triple-A Colorado Springs Sky Sox and will start Friday against the Colorado Rockies. Zach Davies was originally scheduled to start Friday, however, it appears he's not ready after throwing a bullpen session on Wednesday. Woodruff will be going up against a hot Rockies squad in […]

Randal Grichuk Hitting Off Tee

With most of the Toronto Blue Jays lineup producing at the plate, outfielder Randal Grichuk has essentially been relegated to an afterthought sitting on the disabled list. Grichuk sprained his PCL in late April, but looks to be progressing nicely. He’s advanced to hitting off a tee, and the next steps will be facing live […]

Jorge Lopez Sent Down To Triple-A

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Jorge Lopez has been sent down back to Triple-A Colorado Springs Sky Sox after Boone Logan was activated off the disabled list. So far in every appearance that Lopez has had with the Brewers so far, he has given up a run and holds a 5.14 ERA in seven innings pitched. […]

Vince Velasquez Strikeouts Out 12 Giants In Win

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez struck out 12 batters in six innings in Thursday's win over the San Francisco Giants. Velasquez surrendered three runs on five hits and one walk, improving to 3-4 on the season. The right-hander struggled out of the gate, giving up a solo home run to Gregor Blanco to open […]

Boone Logan Activated Off Disabled List

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Boone Logan (triceps) has been activated off the 10-day disabled list and will be available to pitch for Thursday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Jorge Lopez was sent back down to Triple-A Colorado Springs Sky Sox as a corresponding move. Logan is now the fourth lefty in the Brewers bullpen along […]

Domingo Santana Will Rest Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Domingo Santana (rest) will sit out of Thursday's contest against the Colorado Rockies. As part of the move, Christian Yelich will move to right field, Ryan Braun to left field, and Jesus Aguilar at first base. With the Brewers outfield remaining crowded and Aguilar playing quite well, Santana remains the odd one […]