Jung Ho Kang Granted Work Visa

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang has been granted a work visa to re-enter the United States and "will rejoin the Pirates in the coming days," according to Rob Biertempfel. Kang has not played in the MLB since 2016 and it's unclear what kind of shape he is in currently. This is surprising news, but […]

Ryon Healy Activated on Thursday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ryon Healy (ankle) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list. Healy missed a little over two weeks due to a Grade 2 sprain in his right ankle. He was off to an awful start before the injury, stashing a line of .091/.130/.136. He's worth an add in some deeper leagues […]

Matt Duffy Could Return on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Matt Duffy (hamstring) could return from a rehab assignment as early as Friday, according to Marc Topkin. He is progressing well from a right hamstring strain and should be back with the Rays at some point during the weekend. Duffy is worth owning in deeper leagues but does not offer much […]

Mark Trumbo Could Be Activated on Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Mark Trumbo (quadriceps) will play rehab games at Triple-A Norfolk on Friday and Saturday. Trumbo could be activated from the disabled list and be back with the Orioles as early as Tuesday if everything goes well. He missed most of spring training and has not played for the big league club this […]

Zach Britton Throws Side Session on Thursday

Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton (Achilles) threw a side session with good results on Thursday. Britton is likely still a month away from returning as he continues rehab for a ruptured Achilles tendon. It's a good sign to see Britton throwing more often. The Orioles have struggled with Brad Brach and Darren O'Day in the […]

Ian Kennedy Could Start on Sunday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Ian Kennedy (foot) is reportedly going to make his scheduled start on Sunday. He suffered a bruised right foot during the third inning of his start versus the Brewers on Tuesday. It appears that Kennedy is progressing and is a go for his next start that is scheduled versus the […]

Joe Kelly Will Serve Six-Game Suspension Starting Thursday

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Joe Kelly will begin serving his six-game suspension on Thursday. Kelly did appeal the suspension, but it was denied and he'll be eligible to return May 2. Kelly was suspended back on April 12 for intentionally hitting Yankees first baseman Tyler Austin with a pitch during a game against the […]

Steven Wright Making Rehab Start on Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Steven Wright (knee) is reportedly making a rehab start at Triple-A Pawtucket on Friday, according to Chad Jennings. He exited early during a rehab start last Friday due to back spasms. He threw a bullpen session on Monday and was reportedly feeling better on Tuesday. However, Wright will have to […]

Luke Bard Likely Heading Back to Twins

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Luke Bard was designated for assignment by the organization on Saturday. His seven-day DFA period ends on Saturday. The Twins can bring the Rule 5 pick back to their organization for $50,ooo and then they can option him to the minors. Bard struck out 13 batters over 11 2/3 innings […]

Willson Contreras Will Sit Out Series Opener

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will sit out Thursday’s series opener versus the Brewers. Victor Caratini will replace Contreras and bat sixth. Caratini can be avoided Thursday in DFS. Contreras will be back in the lineup Friday.

Aaron Slegers Optioned to Triple-A

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Aaron Slegers has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester on Thursday. He spent one day with the Twins before getting optioned back to the minors to make room for pitcher David Hale, who was claimed off waivers. Slegers has a 2.00 ERA in three starts at Triple-A this season. He pitched briefly […]

Tommy Pham Records Four Hits on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (head) showed no signs of slowing down on Thursday, finishing 4-for-6 with two runs scored and an RBI. Pham hit his fourth double of the season and added three singles. He's avoided serious injury recently despite two close calls, and is hitting .368 with a 1.023 OPS. He's become […]

Kris Bryant Takes Batting Practice Thursday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) took batting practice Thursday. Bryant will miss his third straight game after being hit on the helmet on Sunday. Bryant met with doctors Thursday but remains day-to-day.

Hunter Pence To Begin Rehab Assignment On Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence (thumb) is expected to begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Friday. Pence was placed on the disabled list last Friday with a right thumb sprain. It will be interesting to see how manager Bruce Bochy handles the outfield when Pence is back, as Mac Williamson has been […]

Joey Votto Homers In Third Straight Game

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto continued his recent hot streak, hitting a home run in his third straight game on Thursday. Votto finished the contest 1-for-4 with the homer, a three-run shot, as the Reds fell to the Atlanta Braves 7-4. Votto got off to a slow start this season but he's certainly turned […]

Fernando Rodney Blows Third Save Thursday

Minnesota Twins closer Fernando Rodney blew his third save of the season on Thursday, allowing the New York Yankees to score three runs (two earned) on two hits. He did not record an out in the game as Gary Sanchez hit a walk-off, three-run homer. Rodney now has just two saves in five chances with […]

Greg Holland Pitches a Scoreless Ninth Inning

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Greg Holland was called upon in the ninth inning of a tie game on Thursday and responded with a scoreless frame, allowing one hit and notching one strikeout. Holland was signed to be the closer, but he struggled mightily in his first few outings while Bud Norris excelled. Norris worked […]

Nick Ahmed Smacks Fourth Home Run

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed went 1-for-3 with a walk and his fourth home run of the season in Thursday's win against the Phillies. Despite being in a slump which has dropped his average to .194, Ahmed has managed to hit two home runs and collect five RBI (including three Thursday) in his last three […]

Carlos Martinez Earns a Quality Start on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez earned a quality start with a solid effort on Thursday against the New York Mets. Martinez tossed six innings of one-run ball, allowing just four hits. He struck out three and did not issue a walk. It was a solid outing that certainly deserved a win, but this […]

David Peralta Reaches Base Four Times Against Phillies

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, two runs scored and two walks in Thursday's win over the Phillies. The home run was Peralta's third of the season. The leadoff spot has been agreeing with Peralta, as he's still driven in 14 runs while scoring another 13 of his […]

Jesus Aguilar Will Sit Thursday Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar will sit out on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs. Since the Brewers aren't in an American League ballpark anymore, they don't get the luxury of the designated hitter and Ryan Braun will play first base instead. It will be interesting to see how Braun and Aguilar split their time […]

Trevor Richards Records Career-High 10 Strikeouts Wednesday Night

After a couple of shaky starts to begin his major-league career, Miami Marlins starter Trevor Richards had a career-high 10 strikeouts over 4 2/3 innings against the Dodgers on Wednesday. Richards struck out four of the first six batters he faced, as he surrendered no runs with only one hit and three walks allowed. He […]

Ben Zobrist Does Running Drills On Thursday

Chicago Cubs second baseman Ben Zobrist (back) performed running drills on Thursday. He also tested out his range at second base. Zobrist has been on the disabled list since April 21 and is eligible to come off the disabled list Saturday. Zobrist was hitting .326 with a home run and seven RBI over his first […]

Matt Koch Solid In First Win

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Matt Koch picked up his first win of the season on Thursday, giving up two runs on six hits and two walks over six strong innings. Koch struck out four batters while firing his second consecutive quality start. With two starts (and one relief appearance) under his belt, Koch's ERA sits at […]

J.T. Realmuto Has Two-Homer Game Wednesday

Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto was 2-for-6 at the plate with a pair of home runs and three RBI in the Marlins 8-6 win over the Dodgers on Wednesday night. The 27-year-old catcher now has four home runs this season and is hitting .385 with a 1.294 OPS since returning from the disabled list last […]

Jose Abreu Still Out With Flu

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (flu) remains out of the lineup Thursday against Royals starter Jacob Junis due to the flu. Abreu sat out Wednesday as well, but he should be able to return very soon, possibly on Friday. He has been solid this year and should be immediately returned to fantasy lineups […]

Jakob Junis Could Have Big Night Thursday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Jakob Junis faces off against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Junis has been impressive so far in 2018 with a 2.03 ERA in his four starts. He has struggled at times for strikeouts this season (20 in 26 2/3 innings) and has never been a huge strikeout pitcher in […]

Kris Bryant Remains Out Thursday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (head) remains out of the lineup Thursday against starter Chase Anderson and the Brewers. Bryant hasn't played since Sunday since being hit in the head, but he should be able to return sometime this weekend. Get him back in your lineups whenever he returns to the Cubs'. Infielder Tommy […]

Chris Archer Faces Tough Test Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer is a difficult pitcher to trust in his start Thursday. Archer has struggled out of the gate this season and currently has a 6.59 ERA through 27 1/3 innings. He is not striking people out as frequently as he has previously, and he is struggling with his control. […]

Jack Leathersich Designated for Assignment

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Jack Leathersich was designated for assignment on Thursday. He'd coughed up six earned runs (seven total) in just five innings of work for Triple-A Columbus so far this season. He was with the Pittsburgh Pirates in spring training but was claimed off waivers by Cleveland just before Opening Day. He'll head […]