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" […]

A.J. Pollock Out of Diamondbacks Lineup on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock is getting the day off and is out of the lineup on Friday. Jarrod Dyson is starting in his place. Pollock is fully healthy and is just resting on Friday. He's been on fire to start the 2018 season, hitting .254 with four home runs, 14 RBI and four stolen […]

Padres Reinstate Wil Myers from Disabled List

The San Diego Padres have activated starting right fielder Wil Myers (arm) off of the disabled list, sending reliever Tyler Webb to Triple-A. Myers was placed on the DL just three games into the season with right arm nerve irritation. However, the former All-Star is back for San Diego now and assuming he stays healthy, he […]

Matt Wisler to Make At Least One More Start for Braves

Following an outing in which he allowed just one run and struck out eight over seven innings, Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Matt Wisler has earned one more start in the rotation. While he shined his last time out, Wisler has been shaky overall in his career with an 18-22 record to go with a 5.16 […]

Carlos Gonzalez Sitting on Friday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez is out of the lineup on Friday with a hamstring injury. He is being replaced by Gerardo Parra, who is waiting to hear back on his appeal of a four-game suspension. It's unknown how long Gonzalez will be out of the lineup or if this will be a long-term injury. […]

Nolan Arenado Returns from Suspension on Friday

Following a five-game suspension for charging the mound against Padres pitcher Luis Perdomo, Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado is back in the lineup on Friday. He's batting third against Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks. Arenado has been solid to start the year, hitting .288 with a home run and six RBI. Arenado is arguably the […]

Max Kepler Starting in Center Against Rays

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler had to leave the team's game on Wednesday with a knee injury but is apparently fine, as he is starting in center on Friday against the Rays. Kepler will bat seventh against right-hander Chris Archer. Kepler has been solid to start the year for the Twins, hitting .268 with three […]

Jurickson Profar Starting at Shortstop on Friday

Texas Rangers infielder Jurickson Profar is returning to the lineup on Friday after missing two games with a concussion. He is playing shortstop and batting second against Mariners right-hander Felix Hernandez. Profar has been underwhelming to start the year, hitting just .222 with two RBI and a stolen base. However, he should start on most […]

Manny Pina Doing Baserunning Work

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Manny Pina (calf) was out doing pre-game base running with the Brewers athletic crew on Friday. Pina was placed on the 10-day disabled list on April 16 with calf tightness, and since then has been trying to get some running work in to recover. Brewers manager Craig Counsell said that they don't really […]

Eric Lauer Could Start for Padres on Thursday

With the San Diego Padres sending starting pitcher Luis Perdomo to Triple-A, the team is in need of a starter for their Thursday game against the Rockies. According to MLB.com's AJ Cassavell, that starter could be prospect Eric Lauer. Lauer is considered one of the best pitching prospects in San Diego's farm system and has proved […]

Luis Robert Could Go To Extended Spring Training Soon

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Luis Robert (thumb) will have his thumb checked out in Chicago next week. If everything checks out, he will report to extended spring training. Robert had a nice spring training before suffering a sprained thumb and has a very bright future for the White Sox. He will likely start the […]

Lourdes Gurriel Starting At Second Base

After getting the call to the major leagues on Friday, Toronto Blue Jays shortstop/second baseman Lourdes Gurriel is in the starting lineup, hitting ninth and playing second base. He gets the start in place of Devon Travis, who is out of the lineup after fouling a ball off his left foot on Thursday. Gurriel is […]

Devon Travis Out Of Lineup Friday

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Devon Travis fouled a ball off his left foot on Thursday, and as such, is out of the lineup for Friday’s game against the New York Yankees. Rookie Lourdes Gurriel, making his Major League debut, gets the nod in Travis’ place. According to manager John Gibbons, there’s uncertainty about whether […]

Ryan Braun Returning to Lineup on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun is returning to the lineup on Friday after sitting out with a calf injury. While Braun hasn't started since Tuesday, he did come off the bench to hit a three-run home run on Thursday. He'll bat third on Friday against Marlins pitcher Trevor Richards and should be inserted in all […]

Mets Haven’t Made Decision On Matt Harvey

The New York Mets may not be committing to another start for starting pitcher Matt Harvey, but they haven’t made a decision on him yet, either. In the latest chapter of Harvey’s destruction, he was knocked around to the tune of six earned runs across six innings pitched, raising his ERA to a horrid 6.00. […]

Jack Flaherty Throws Complete Game Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals pitching prospect Jack Flaherty threw a complete game Thursday for Triple-A Memphis. Flaherty allowed two hits, struck out six and walked one batter. Flaherty got a taste of the big leagues earlier this season when Adam Wainwright was sidelined and didn’t disappoint. He has checked all the boxes and has nothing left […]

Zack Greinke Dominates Giants On Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Zack Greinke was excellent on Thursday, giving up just one run on three hits and one walk over seven strong innings. The lone damage came off a Brandon Belt solo home run in the second inning. Despite striking out just two batters, this was easily Greinke's best start of the year and […]

Mickey Moniak Picks Up Three Hits Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Mickey Moniak picked up three hits Thursday evening. The former first overall pick in the 2016 draft, Moniak has struggled early in his career. Moniak is still just 19 and has a strong profile for contact, hitting and defense. It will be a while until Moniak sees the big leagues and […]

Jason Vargas Will Make Next Rehab Start Monday

New York Mets starting pitcher Jason Vargas continues to make his way back from a hand injury suffered during spring training. The next step in his recovery will come in the form of a rehab start for Triple-A Las Vegas on Monday. Assuming all goes well and he emerges from the rehab start unscathed, one […]

Ketel Marte Hits First Home Run On Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's win over the Giants. The solo shot was his first of the season and first hit in three games. Following a 10-game hitting streak, Marte had gone hitless in his last 12 at-bats before hitting the home run off Reyes […]

Carlos Rodon To Throw In Extended Spring Training Games

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) will begin throwing in extended spring training games Monday. Rodon has been progressing well and is targeting June as his return date. He is worth stashing if owners have the roster space to do so.

Chris Owings Diagnosed With Head Contusion

Arizona Diamondbacks utility man Chris Owings was diagnosed with a head contusion following a collision with A.J. Pollock on Thursday. Manager Torey Lovullo says that Owings avoided a concussion and will be day-to-day while he is re-evaluated. If he misses any time, Jarrod Dyson would be the main beneficiary of increased playing time.