Alcides Escobar Extends Hit Streak

Kansas City Royals shortstop Alcides Escobar has developed a bit of a pattern, and he extended it by hitting safely in his third straight game on Friday. This now means Escobar is entrenched in his fourth straight 3-game hit streak. Escobar has hit safely in three straight games four separate times over his last 15 […]

Ian Kennedy Tosses Six Shutout Innings

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Ian Kennedy posted his fourth quality start of the season on Friday against the Tigers by throwing six shutout innings at home. Kennedy was off to a fast start to the season before stumbling for a few outings, but he seems to be back on a roll. He’s always a […]

Jurickson Profar Heating Up at the Plate Despite Going Hitless Against Red Sox

Texas Rangers shortstop Jurickson Profar has been coming on a little stronger lately with his bat, despite an 0-4 performance against Rick Porcello and the Boston Red Sox. The game brought his season line to .233/.337/.369, which of course is nothing spectacular. But Profar has quietly been taking better and longer at-bats, making better contact, […]

J.T. Riddle Comes Off Disabled List; Optioned To Triple-A

Miami Marlins shortstop J.T. Riddle is officially off the disabled list and has been assigned to Triple-A New Orleans, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Riddle has been out since having shoulder surgery in August, so he's likely to spend some time in the minors as he adjusts to the competition. Miguel Rojas has filled in […]

Caleb Smith Continues To Impress; Now A Must-Add On The Waiver Wire

Miami Marlins starter Caleb Smith has been a pleasant surprise for the Fish during the early goings of the 2018 season. The former Yankee prospect earned himself a spot in Miami's rotation and has caught fire over his last few starts. Despite a 1-3 record, Smith owns an impressive 1.26 WHIP and has struck out […]

Sandy Alcantara Impresses In Minors; Could Be Called Up Soon

The Miami Marlins could call up pitching prospect Sandy Alcantara soon, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Alcantara came over to the Marlins from the Cardinals in the Marcell Ozuna trade and impressed in Spring Training. Skipper Don Mattingly wanted the young fireballer to get some more experience in the minors before making the transition to […]

Matt Adams Batting Third, Playing Left Field Saturday

Washington Nationals first baseman Matt Adams finds himself batting third and starting in left field again today. Adams has been on a tear as of late, and he hit another home run on Friday against Philadelphia. He generally hits right-handed pitching well, but so far this season he has been a revelation in a platoon […]

Trea Turner Out Of Lineup Saturday

Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner was given a rare off day on Saturday by manager Davey Martinez. Turner has appeared in all 33 of Washington's games thus far in 2018. Wilmer Difo will slide over to shortstop and bat ninth. Turner, 24, was a first-round fantasy pick this season due to his power/speed potential. The […]

Anthon Rendon Starting Today, Batting Second

Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon is back in the starting lineup after recovering from his toe injury. Rendon will bat second in the order behind Washington's new leadoff monster, Bryce Harper. Rendon has a decent matchup today as he will face off against Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez (1-4, 5.70 ERA). Rendon started the year […]

Juan Soto Hits Another Home Run

Washington Nationals outfield prospect Juan Soto hit another home run Friday for the High-A Advanced Potomac Nationals. Soto now has more home runs (five) than strikeouts (three) in the 10 games he's played since being called up. His OPS this season is 1.300. He's still only 19 years old and is probably the fastest rising […]

Ben Zobrist Leading Off Again On Saturday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ben Zobrist will once again be in the No. 1 spot for the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. Zobrist was first in the lineup Friday over Albert Almora. Zobrist is replacing Almora in the outfield Saturday and manager Joe Maddon continues to find at-bats for Zobrist with Ian Happ struggling and Zobrist’s ability […]

Kris Medlen Surrenders Seven Runs Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Kris Medlen gave up seven runs on nine hits and four walks across four innings in Friday's loss to the Astros. Medlen was making his first major league start since 2016, in place of the injured Robbie Ray. It did not go as Medlen envisioned, as the Astros got to him early, […]

Paul Goldschmidt Held Hitless Once Again

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in Friday night's loss to the Astros. The entire Arizona lineup was at the mercy of Gerrit Cole on Friday, mustering just one hit and one walk against him. This marked Goldschmidt's fourth straight game without a hit. Over his last 10 games, he […]

Corey Dickerson Mashes Fifth Homer of Season

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Corey Dickerson went 1-for-4 and launched his fifth home run of the season in a 6-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. The two-run shot came off of Junior Guerra in the third inning and gave Dickerson his third long ball in his last five games. The left fielder has been […]

Starling Marte Hits Inside-the-Park Homer on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Starling Marte went 2-for-5 with an inside-the-park home run and two RBI in a win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. The dinger nearly left the yard, but instead took a strange bounce off the wall in Miller Park and caromed past center fielder Lorenzo Cain. By the time Cain got the […]

Luke Voit Optioned To Triple-A Memphis

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Luke Voit was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Friday after not playing any in the two games he was on the major league roster. As long as Jose Martinez has success in the majors, Voit will struggle to have any sort of role. He could hold some value in dynasty […]

Felipe Vazquez Earns Multi-Inning Save

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez picked up his first save since April 14 in a 6-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night. With his team nursing a one-run lead, the southpaw entered the game with a runner on first base with one out in the eighth inning. He allowed a hit and a […]

Nick Kingham Registers Second Win

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Nick Kingham picked up his second win of the season over the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday evening. The right-hander didn't flirt with perfection as he did in his big-league debut, but he was good enough for the victory. Kingham allowed four runs on six hits and a walk in 5 1/3 […]

John Gant To Start Monday Against Minnesota

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher John Gant made a three-inning relief appearance earlier in the year, resulting in a win. He is set to be back in the big leagues on Monday to start while Adam Wainwright is still out with an elbow injury. Gant has a 2.40 ERA at Triple-A Memphis over five starts. […]

Adam Wainwright Set To Throw Bullpen

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright threw a bullpen session Friday. It will be several days before his spot in the rotation comes back around, but there has not been a decision as to whether or not he'll take the mound. Even if he does take the mound, fantasy owners should be cautious streaming […]

Daniel Mengden Takes A No-Decision Despite Solid Effort

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Daniel Mengden had a solid game before handing it over to the bullpen with a 4-1 lead. In the end, he did not factor into the decision despite a 6-4 victory over the Orioles. Mendgen's line was three hits in five innings, and only he allowed one run while striking out […]

Francisco Liriano's Gem Spoiled By Bullpen

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Francisco Liriano has exceeded expectations thus far, and his start on Friday was no exception. The veteran lefty fired seven innings of one-run ball, scattering three hits, striking out five, and walking two against the Royals. Unfortunately, he did not end up with a win in this outing, as relievers Daniel […]

Miguel Cabrera Lands On Disabled List

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (hamstring) is headed for the 10-day disabled list, club sources announced Friday. The veteran slugger had missed a few games earlier in the season with back tightness, and then missed three consecutive games with biceps spasms earlier this week. In his return from the lineup from the biceps issue, […]

Eduardo Escobar Launches Two Homers

Minnesota Twins infielder Eduardo Escobar had a big night at the plate against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. Escobar went 3-for-4 with two homers, a double, and three RBI to help power his team to a 6-4 win. Escobar, the team's regular shortstop this season, has been filling in at third base since Miguel […]

Brian Dozier Falls Triple Shy Of The Cycle

Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier broke out of his slump in a big way on Friday against the Chicago White Sox. Dozier entered the game in the midst of a 3-for-37 slump but went 3-for-5 with a single, a triple, and a homer, falling just a double shy of hitting for the cycle. The […]

Eugenio Suarez Launches Fourth Home Run Friday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez had a big game against the Miami Marlins on Friday, going 1-for-2 with two walks and a three-run homer. Suarez has been seeing the ball well since returning from the disabled list on April 26, posting a .345 average, two homers, five runs, and 13 RBI in 29 at-bats. […]

Raisel Iglesias Nails Down Fourth Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias picked up his fourth save of the season on Friday night, preserving a 4-1 win over the Miami Marlins. Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth for the save, allowing just one hit in the frame. The young right-hander has posted a 1.98 ERA, four saves in five chances, and a 15/8 […]

Walker Buehler Throws Combined No-Hitter With Bullpen

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Walker Buehler was the first of four pitchers on Friday that combined to no hit the Padres in the first game of their weekend series in Mexico. Buehler, making his third career start, threw six innings, striking out eight and walking three. He was followed by Tony Cingrani, who struck out […]

Denard Span Produces Friday Versus The Blue Jays

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Denard Span continued to contribute Friday versus Toronto. He drove in the eventual game-winner with a groundout and later would score on the two-run home run by Brad Miller. He is now up to 23 RBI and a .381 on-base percentage. Span is coming off a 2017 season where he batted […]

Brad Miller Homers Off The Bench Friday Versus The Blue Jays

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Brad Miller did not start the game but still impacted it Friday versus Toronto. He came in off the bench to take over the designated hitter spot and hit a two-run home run. It was his third of the season and brings his season RBI total to 12. Miller is […]