Michael Conforto Is “Ready To Go”

As if we needed any further confirmation that New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) is all but ready to play, according to manager Mickey Callaway, Conforto is “ready to go.” However, he didn’t quite say that Conforto would be activated when first eligible on Thursday, but it seems like a fair bet that he will […]

Jedd Gyorko Lands on the Disabled List

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Jedd Gyorko was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right hamstring strain. Gyorko was forced to leave Monday's game and will now be forced to miss at least 10 more days. He missed two weeks last season with a similar injury, but most signs are pointing toward this one […]

Josh Donaldson Back At Third Base

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (arm) is back manning the hot corner after spending a few days as the team’s designated hitter. On Opening Day, Donaldson short-armed quite a few throws to first base, leading to the reveal of him dealing with a “dead arm.” It was never considered to be serious, but now […]

Mike Zunino Could Take Part In Simulated Game Soon

Seattle Mariners catcher Mike Zunino (oblique) is taking swings in the cage and could take part in a simulated game soon, per MLB.com. Zunino is dealing with a minor oblique strain, so the Mariners are being cautious to not rush him back. But he appears to be feeling better and could see at-bats in a simulated […]

Anthony Swarzak Placed On Disabled List

New York Mets reliever Anthony Swarzak is dealing with a sore left oblique, and while all parties involved were hoping it was nothing, it ended up being serious enough to land him on the 10-day disabled list. Oblique injuries can be very, very tricky (and it’s the Mets we’re talking about here), so there remains […]

Michael Conforto Could Be Activated On Thursday

We all know at this point that New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) is just about certain for a return much sooner than the originally targeted May 1 date, and that return could come as soon as Thursday. Conforto took swings in the batting cage on Monday, and according to manager Mickey Callaway, it’s […]

Yolmer Sanchez Out Of Tuesday’s Lineup

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yolmer Sanchez is absent from Tuesday’s lineup. Sanchez is 2-for-9 on the young season with three RBI and a stolen base. Infielder Tyler Saladino will replace Sanchez and bat eighth. Saladino can be avoided in DFS on Tuesday. Sanchez should be expected to return to Wednesday’s lineup.

Jose Urena Looks To Rebound From Rough Opening Day Outing

Miami Marlins starter Jose Urena looks to bounce back from a rough Opening Day start where he was hit early and often. Urena, who led the club with 14 wins last season, gave up five earned runs in only four innings of work against the Cubs, including a home run to Chicago's Ian Happ on […]

Brian Anderson Goes Yard On Monday

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson hit his first home run of the season on Monday in a loss to the Boston Red Sox. Anderson, who has caught fire since filling in for Martin Prado at third base, leads the Fish with six RBI on the season. In 21 at-bats, Anderson is batting .333 and […]

Will Smith Throws Simulated Inning Tuesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Will Smith (elbow) threw a 20-pitch simulated inning on Tuesday. Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Smith looked good. Smith is recovering from Tommy John surgery and is still a few months away from being back for the Giants. Smith may be able to help owners with holds, but should remain […]

Kyle Schwarber And Ian Happ Sitting Tuesday

With Reds left-hander Cody Reed on the mound Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs will rest outfielders Kyle Schwarber and Ian Happ. Schwarber has been off to a hot start with two home runs so far, while Happ, who had a strong spring and hit a home run in his first at-bat of the season, has struggled […]

Jeff Samardzija Throws Bullpen Session Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (pectoral) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. Giants manager Bruce Bochy seemed positive on Samardzija being much improved. Derek Holland will continue to start while Samardzija is out and can be left on the waiver wire in most leagues.

Madison Bumgarner Hopes To Be Back Before June

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (hand) told reporters on Tuesday that he has already started working out and can do more with his arm now than he could when he was injured last season. Bumgarner said that an early-June return is “conservative” and he aims to return sooner than that. It looks like […]

Brandon Belt Out Of Tuesday’s Lineup

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt will have Tuesday off. Catcher Buster Posey will shift over to first base and Nick Hundley will start at catcher and bat seventh. It seems like just a routine day off for Belt and he should be back in the lineup Wednesday.

Jake Lamb May Have Suffered Shoulder Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb may have suffered a shoulder injury in Monday's 8-7, 15-inning victory over the Dodgers on Monday. His performance at the dish didn't indicate injury, as he went 2-for-6 with a walk, one RBI and a run scored. Lamb appeared to hurt his shoulder making a diving catch and then […]

Steven Souza Throws From 90 Feet

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza (pectoral) threw out to 90 feet without limitation on Monday afternoon. Souza was also able to take soft swings in the batting cage. Both milestones represent huge steps forward in his rehab from the strained pectoral in spring training. There hasn't been word on whether this changes the timetable for […]

Wilmer Font Opens Eyes In Extra-Inning Loss

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Wilmer Font made a name for himself in an unexpected way on Monday. Called upon to pitch multiple innings after closer Kenley Jansen blew the save and sent the game into extra innings, Font threw 4 1/3 innings, striking out four batters while giving up two runs (including the game-winner) on five […]

Nelson Cruz Lands On DL

The Seattle Mariners placed outfielder/designated hitter Nelson Cruz (ankle) on the 10-day disabled list (retroactive to April 1) with a sprained right ankle on Tuesday. In a corresponding move, the team recalled infielder/outfielder Taylor Motter from Triple-A Tacoma. With the Mariners playing several games in a National League park this week against the Giants, it […]

Joe Musgrove Shut Down for 5-7 Days

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (shoulder) will be shut down for five to seven days, The Athletic's Rob Biertempfel reports. Musgrove was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a right shoulder strain on Monday, just three days before he was set to make his season debut. It's not clear when he'll return at […]

Yasmani Grandal Unleashes First Home Run Of Season

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal got his first home run of the season on Monday night against starter Taijuan Walker during the team's 15-inning marathon in Arizona. He finished the night 3-for-6 with two runs scored, two RBI and two walks. Grandal was working on elevating his swing in the offseason, which makes the […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu Erratic In 2018 Debut

Los Angeles starter Hyun-Jin Ryu had little command in his first game of the season on Monday. Against the Diamondbacks, Ryu only lasted 3 2/3 innings, giving up three runs on five hits and walking five. He struck out only two. Ryu was a fairly decent prospect when he first came over from Korea, coming […]

J.C. Ramirez Roughed Up in Loss

Los Angeles Angels starter J.C. Ramirez was roughed up on Monday, tossing 4 2/3 innings and giving up four runs on five hits. He struck out three and walked two. He surrendered three long balls, including an inside-the-parker by 34-year-old designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion. Ramirez was a solid innings-eater for the Angels last season but is […]

Andrew Heaney to Throw In Minors Game on Friday

Los Angeles Angels starter Andrew Heaney (elbow) will throw an 80-90 pitch bullpen on Friday. If all goes well, he could be in line to start the Angels game on April 12, when they next need an extra starter. Heaney has been battling elbow inflammation since the end of spring training, but looks like he […]

Jose Ramirez Walks Twice But Still Hasn't Recorded a Hit

Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez walked twice on Monday, but finished 0-for-3 on the evening in a game against the Los Angeles Angels. He's started the season out 0-for-15 and is sporting a .000 batting average. Players will go through similar slumps throughout the course of the season, it's just a little harder to look […]

Yonder Alonso Hits a Home Run on Monday

Cleveland Indians first baseman Yonder Alonso hit his second home run on the season on Monday against the Los Angeles Angels. Alonso is getting on base at a .412 clip and slugging .786. He'll cool down eventually, of course, but it has been an excellent start to the season and to his Cleveland career. He's […]

Edwin Encarnacion's Third Home Run of the Season Stays in the Park

Cleveland Indians designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion hit an inside-the-park home run on Monday, his third home run of the season. Encarnacion benefited from a nice bounce and some not-so-nice defense from Angels left fielder Justin Upton. Encarnacion was able to motor around the bases and scored standing up. He's on pace for another power-filled season, […]

Victor Martinez Collects Three RBI Monday

It's been a slow start to the season for Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez, but he swung a hot stick on Monday as the Tigers beat the Royals. The veteran switch-hitter had two hits and three RBI on the afternoon to lead the offensive charge. He's sporting just a .182 batting average through the […]

Francisco Liriano Strong In Tigers Debut

Starting pitcher Francisco Liriano made his debut with the Detroit Tigers on Monday and led his new team to their first victory of the 2018 season. The veteran lefty went 6 2/3 innings against the Royals, allowing just one earned run and scattering four hits. He also struck out three and walked two. Unless he […]

Wil Myers Homers then Leaves Game with Elbow Injury Monday Night

Making his return to the lineup after sitting out Saturday with tightness in his back, Padres outfielder Wil Myers crushed a solo home run to center field on the first pitch he saw before leaving the game in the sixth inning. Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that Myers is dealing with an […]

Still No Word on Dinelson Lamet's Elbow

The San Diego Union-Tribune's Jeff Sanders reports that although Padres starter Dinelson Lamet has had an MRI and more tests done on his elbow, the team will not be discussing his injury "until he starts progressing toward throwing again, and he is not throwing again." For now, it doesn't look like Lamet will be returning […]