Christian Yelich Keeps Finding Ways On Base

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich went 1-for-2 with two runs, an RBI, a triple, and two walks in the 8-0 win over the Miami Marlins. Yelich looks just as impressive as he started with Milwaukee, as he has now gotten on base eight times in his last three games since returning from an oblique strain. […]

Sonny Gray Deals With Command Issues In Defeat

New York Yankees starting pitcher Sonny Gray’s rough start to the 2018 season continued on Friday night as he was booed off the mound after his exit. The 28-year-old was handed a two-run lead by his offense in the second inning of Friday’s matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays, but he coughed the lead up […]

Ryan Braun Hits Fifth Home Run Of Season

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun went 2-for-5 on the night with two runs, two RBI, and a home run in the 8-0 win over the Miami Marlins. Braun came into this game with only a .214 batting average, but now he bumps it up to .230 with a .508 slugging percentage. His five home runs […]

Odubel Herrera Comes Up Big Late

After trading runs in the sixth inning following five scoreless frames between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies Friday night, the game headed into the final stages still tied. In the bottom of the eighth, however, Phillies second baseman Cesar Hernandez led off with a double. Following a groundout, outfielder Odubel Herrera stepped up to […]

Ben Lively Has Best Start Yet In No-Decision

After failing to go six innings in any of his first three starts, Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Ben Lively recorded a quality start in Friday night’s close victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 26-year-old went six innings, surrendering just one run on five hits while walking three batters and striking out four. Through the first […]

Brandon Finnegan Struggles Again On Friday

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Brandon Finnegan had a rough outing against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night. Finnegan lasted just three innings, allowing four runs on five hits and striking out two. He didn't help his cause by issuing four walks in the ballgame. Finnegan started the season on the disabled list with a biceps […]

Eddie Rosario Connects For Third Career Grand Slam

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario had a big game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday. Rosario went 1-for-4 with a grand slam, the third of his career. The big homer raised Rosario's batting average to .226 with a .683 OPS, two homers, and nine RBI. Rosario's last grand slam came against the Arizona Diamondbacks […]

Byron Buxton Showing Minor Improvement

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (migraines) reportedly showed "minor improvement" on Friday. The young outfielder was placed on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday after migraines forced him from the lineup for both games of his team's two-game series against the Cleveland Indians in Puerto Rico. Manager Paul Molitor told reporters that Buxton could do […]

Gregory Polanco Shows Signs of Breaking Slump

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk in a loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. It was a much-needed performance for the 26-year-old, who had been mired in a slump since his two-homer game a week ago. Since April 13, Polanco was just 1-for-23 with a walk […]

Ivan Nova Looks Sharp in No-Decision

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Ivan Nova threw well enough to earn a win on Friday night, allowing one run and striking out three in six innings, but was saddled with a no-decision against the Philadelphia Phillies. It was the third straight promising outing for the right-hander, who hasn't walked a batter since April 4. During […]

Logan Forsythe Hopes To Start Throwing On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Logan Forsythe (shoulder) is hoping to start throwing this Saturday. He's been Justin Turner's catcher during rehab drills because Turner can't catch due to his fractured wrist, but his shoulder has prevented him from throwing. Forsythe is barely relevant in fantasy leagues that don't have less than 15 teams, but he's […]

Rich Hill Is Good To Go, Says Finger Is Fine

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Rich Hill (finger) says the cracked fingernail on his finger is fine. He even declared himself ready to go on the spot. He was placed on the 10-day disabled list and will likely come off of it when first eligible. He hasn't been his usual knockout self, so hopefully the time […]

Justin Turner Can Throw But Not Catch

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) is throwing but is unable to catch due to his healing wrist. He's also taking swings off a tee. Turner sustained a fracture last month after being hit by a pitch. Interestingly enough, the person doing the catching for him has been Logan Forsythe, who can't throw. […]

Max Muncy Draws Scherzer In Second Start, Yasiel Puig Bats Seventh

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy will start at third base for the second game as a Dodger on Friday. He hit a home run in his last game but will have a tougher time doing so against Max Scherzer, the Nationals starter. Yasiel Puig will start in right field and bat seventh. The placement […]

Stephen Vogt Headed To Extended Spring Training

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Stephen Vogt (shoulder) will head off to Arizona for extended spring training for the purpose of getting at-bats. He will go sometime in the next week. The plan after extended spring training would be for Vogt to then head off to one of the Brewers affiliates in the minors for a rehab […]

Mike Zunino Activated, In Lineup Friday

Seattle Mariners catcher Mike Zunino (oblique) has been activated from the disabled list and will start Friday night for the team. Zunino will make his season debut and hit seventh after rehabbing a sore oblique muscle. Zunino will automatically take over the everyday job behind the plate for Seattle and adds 20-plus home run pop to […]

Adam Eaton Not Ready To Come Off DL Yet

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (foot) is eligible to come off the disabled list as of Friday, but the team isn't ready to do that. He was seen before Friday's contest against the Dodgers throwing in the outfield, but no timetable has been given for his activation. Eaton is dealing with a bone bruise in […]

A.J. Pollock Out Of Lineup With Hand Issue

Updating a previous report, Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock will be out of the lineup on Friday with a hand issue. He tweaked his hand in Thursday's game during the collision with Chris Owings. Manager Torey Lovullo says it's not serious and expects Pollock to be in the lineup on Saturday.

Matt Koch Making 2018 Debut in Start for Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have recalled pitcher Matt Koch to start against the Padres on Friday. With Taijuan Walker (elbow) going down with a season-ending injury, Arizona needs someone to fill the rotation spot. Koch has appeared in nine games at the major league level, pitching to a 1-1 record with a 3.15 ERA and a 13/5 K/BB […]

Hunter Pence Goes On Disabled List, Mac Williamson Called Up

The San Francisco Giants have placed outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) on the 10-day disabled list with a right thumb injury. Pence has been off to a slow start, hitting just .172 in 58 at-bats. Replacing Pence on the Giants roster will be Mac Williamson. Williamson has been on fire for Triple-A Sacramento, hitting .487 with […]

Anthony Rendon Remains Out of Nationals Lineup on Friday

Washington Nationals third baseman Anthony Rendon remains out of the lineup on Friday as he deals with a toe issue. He has been out of the lineup for the past six games, but the team has yet to place him on the disabled list. He's being placed by Wilmer Difo, who will bat eighth against […]

Eugenio Suarez Travels With Reds

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez is traveling with the Reds and said he can field and do some light throwing. Suarez has yet to start swinging the bat, but he says he’s feeling much better. The Reds have top prospect Nick Senzel working on his glove at third base, but with Suarez having encouraging […]

J.D. Martinez Not in Lineup on Friday

Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez is getting the day off for rest and is not in the lineup on Friday. He's replaced by Hanley Ramirez, with Mitch Moreland playing first. Martinez has been on fire in the early season, hitting .338 with four home runs and 15 RBI. He'll need to be in […]

Scott Schebler Activated From Disabled List

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Scott Schebler (elbow) has been activated from the disabled list. Schebler has been on the disabled list since April 6 with an elbow injury. The Reds have been employing a four-man rotation in their outfield, but Schebler can still help owners seeking power. Pitcher Cody Reed was sent down in a corresponding move. […]

Chris Owings Available Off of Bench on Friday

After being involved in a collision with teammate A.J. Pollock, Arizona Diamondbacks utility man Chris Owings passed his concussion test and is available off the bench on Friday. Owings has been solid to start the year, hitting .269 with a home run, six RBI and a stolen base. He's reportedly fine following the collision and […]

Kole Calhoun Dropped in Batting Order

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun was dropped to eighth in the lineup on Friday against right-hander Jeff Samardjiza. Calhoun has seen his playing time against left-handers dry up and is now hitting at the bottom of the order even against right-handers. This is not a good development for Calhoun, who is hitting just […]

Cardinals Prefer a Four-Man Rotation?

St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak was asked about starting pitcher Jack Flaherty and the possibility of the Cardinals moving to a six-man rotation. Mozeliak replied that he preferred the idea of a four-man rotation. Flaherty has been outstanding but was removed from the rotation and sent down to Triple-A when Adam Wainwright came off […]

Nationals Designate A.J. Cole for Assignment

The Washington Nationals have designated starting pitcher A.J. Cole for assignment and purchased the contract of reliever Carlos Torres from Triple-A. Cole has struggled during his time in the major leagues, pitching to a 5-8 record with a 5.32 ERA and a 102/48 K/BB ratio. Cole is a former top prospect, meaning that teams could […]

Zack Cozart Not in Friday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is not in the lineup for Friday's game against Jeff Samardzija and the Giants. Cozart is likely just getting a day off, allowing the left-handed hitting Luis Valbuena to enter the lineup at third base and bat fifth. Cozart is hitting .247 with two home runs and eight […]

Alex Reyes to Begin Rehab Assignment in Mid-May

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in mid-May. Reyes is recovering from Tommy John surgery. There has been a lot of question about whether Reyes would return as a starter or as a reliever, but general manager John Mozeliak said Reyes would enter rehab "most likely" […]