Andrew Toles Sent Down To Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andrew Toles was sent to the club's Triple-A affiliate in Oklahoma City on Wednesday. Toles was battling with Matt Kemp and Joc Pederson to be the team's starting left fielder. Toles had an excellent spring training (three home runs, 10 RBI, .852 OPS) and is likely the best all-around player of […]

Jesus Aguilar Makes Opening Day Roster

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Jesus Aguilar has made the team's Opening Day roster. Aguilar, who was claimed off waivers from the Cleveland Indians, was already a backup first baseman to Eric Thames last season with 16 home runs and a .265 batting average in 279 at-bats. However this year, Ryan Braun will start against left-handed batters […]

Dellin Betances Feeling Confidence As Season Begins

Following a 2017 season that saw his quality suffer a steep decline, New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances didn’t do himself any favors with his spring training. The All-Star reliever pitched to an ugly 6.75 ERA, but he still feels good about his ability to perform this season. The 30-year-old isn’t specifically looking at the […]

Jordan Montgomery Set For Yankee Stadium Opener

The fifth starter for the New York Yankees, Jordan Montgomery, will take the mound on Monday afternoon when the club celebrates their home opener. The 25-year-old is coming off a promising rookie campaign that saw him enjoy some periods of success alongside some struggles. This spring, he made six starts, going 2-2 with a 3.43 […]

Aaron Altherr Wraps Up Spring On High Note

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Aaron Altherr will head into the new season Thursday on a high note following a pleasing spring training. The 27-year-old hit .303 with four home runs and 11 RBI through 66 plate appearances. Altherr is envisioned as one of Philadelphia’s four outfielders alongside Nick Williams, Odubel Herrera and Rhys Hoskins. According to […]

Adrian Beltre Looks To A Healthy 2018

Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre finished the spring with .323/.333/.355 slash line in 31 at-bats with no home runs. While the counting stats leave little to be desired, there's almost no concern that the veteran will return to his productive ways now that he's returned to full health. Beltre is an impressive specimen, even […]

Ryan Rua Draws the Start in Left on Opening Day

As expected, Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua will start in left field when they take the field against the defending World Series champions from Houston on Opening Day. As exciting as it must be for the 28-year-old, Rua is the dictionary definition of a replacement player and is simply keeping top prospect Willie Calhoun's seat […]

Tim Lincecum Looks to May 1 for Return

Texas Rangers reliever Tim Lincecum will play catch Thursday to test out the blister he has been suffering from for the past few days. The former Cy Young winner is targeting May 1 to return to action. Lincecum missed the entire spring after signing with the Rangers and will likely need a week or two […]

Elvis Andrus Ready to Build on 2017

Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus wrapped up a mighty impressive spring with a .432/.463/.703 slash line, dispelling concerns about the long-term impact of back spasms he suffered in February. Andrus had a career year in 2017, pairing a strong batting average, low strikeout rate and stolen base production with a surprising 20 home runs. The […]

Starlin Castro Returns To National League Action On Thursday

Miami Marlins second baseman Starlin Castro makes his return to the National League on Thursday when the Fish open their season against the Chicago Cubs at Marlins Park. Castro, who spent six years with the Cubs before joining the Yankees from 2016-17, looks to build off the .300 average he accumulated last year. His .454 […]

Justin Bour Ready To Duplicate 2017 Success

Miami Marlins first baseman Justin Bour will be one of the lone power hitters in South Beach this year, and he's eager to put Spring Training behind him. Bour hit a measly .167 in 42 Spring Training at-bats, though fantasy owners shouldn't be too concerned with him. Last season, the big lefty slashed .289/.366/.536 with […]

Hector Neris Primed For Leap In 2018

One poor outing from Philadelphia Phillies closer Hector Neris caused his numbers to balloon, failing to tell the story of his Spring Training. Outside of one bad performance against the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this month, Neris tossed 7 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on nine hits while striking out six. Neris is coming […]

Magneuris Sierra Optioned To Triple-A

The Miami Marlins have optioned outfield prospect Magneuris Sierra to Triple-A New Orleans, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. Sierra, who came to the Marlins in the Marcell Ozuna trade, hit just .233 with three RBI and a stolen base this spring. The Marlins will start outfielders Lewis Brinson, Cameron Maybin, and Derek Dietrich when the […]

J.T. Realmuto To Begin Season On Disabled List

Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto (back) will begin the season on the seven-day disabled list, according to MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. The Miami Marlins catcher is still recovering from a back contusion he suffered nearly two weeks ago in spring training. The loss of Realmuto opens up possible time for fellow catchers Tomas Telis and Chad Wallach, […]

No Clear Signs Of Odubel Herrera’s Potential This Season

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera has enjoyed a 2016 All-Star season and a 2017 campaign containing inconsistency and leadership questions. Heading into the new season, he may no longer have to worry about leadership, as Rhys Hoskins appears a good candidate to take over that mantle. Perhaps this will relieve him of some pressure, along […]

Brett Gardner Readies For Veteran Role With Yankees

Arguably the fastest player in the starting lineup, the New York Yankees have once again placed Brett Gardner at the leadoff spot for Thursday’s Opening Day lineup. The 34-year-old is getting set for his 11th season in the majors coming off a career year. Last season, Gardner hit a personal-best 21 home runs, joining his […]

Frank Schwindel Sent Back To Minors

The Kansas City Royals grabbed a surprise share of the spring training home run leaderboard thanks to first baseman Frank Schwindel, but that doesn't mean Schwindel will have a roster spot for now. Schwindel was left off the Opening Day roster for the Royals, and instead, Lucas Duda will man the post at first. Schwindel's […]

Alex Gordon Claims To Have Made Many Adjustments

Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon claims he's made an assortment of adjustments to his swing and approach at the plate during the offseason and spring session. That's a good thing, because Gordon was atrocious at the dish last year. The only reason he wasn't the worst hitter on the team was because shortstop Alcides Escobar […]

Alcides Escobar Promoted In Batting Order

Kansas City Royals journeyman shortstop Alcides Escobar was promoted to the eighth spot in the batting order for Opening Day after All-Star catcher Salvador Perez went down with a torn MCL. Escobar was replaced at the bottom of the lineup by backup catcher Drew Butera, but fantasy owners should not be fooled into thinking this […]

Hector Santiago Breaks Camp With White Sox

Pitcher Hector Santiago will be on the Opening Day roster for the Chicago White Sox. Santiago has been a starting pitcher throughout his career but will operate out of the bullpen to start 2018. Santiago can be avoided in all formats as long as he's coming out of the bullpen.

Jon Jay Officially Tagged To Lead Off

In an expected move, the Kansas City Royals revealed that outfielder Jon Jay will act as their leadoff man on Opening Day. Jay is basically useless in the fantasy sphere due to his rare combination of no speed or power. Six years ago, Jay stole 19 bases, but over the last three years, he's only […]

Kevan Smith Placed On Disabled List

Chicago White Sox catcher Kevan Smith (ankle) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list. Smith suffered the ankle injury on March 20. Smith was in a battle with Omar Narvaez to back up starting catcher Welington Castillo. He holds no value for fantasy owners at this point.

Carlos Rodon Placed On Disabled List

The Chicago White Sox have placed starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list. As expected, Rodon will not be on the Opening Day roster. The left-hander has been throwing on flat ground but isn’t expected back until June. He is worth a stash for owners who have a spot in deeper leagues.

Reynaldo Lopez Finishes Spring Strong

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez will pitch the third game of the season for the White Sox. Lopez got off to a slow start this spring but finished on a high note, giving up one run over his last three appearances. Lopez is worth a dart throw at the end of drafts, but […]

Drew Butera Is Now Somewhat Fantasy Relevant

Kansas City Royals backup catcher Drew Butera has just been vaulted into the realm of short-term fantasy relevance. Starting catcher Salvador Perez was taken out by a mysterious masked suitcase/step combo, and the resulting torn MCL will leave him on the sidelines for four to six weeks to open the season. Thirty-three-year-old Butera will be […]

Salvador Perez Out 4-6 Weeks With MCL Tear

Kansas City Royals All-Star catcher Salvador Perez (knee) will be sidelined four to six weeks due to a Grade 2 tear of the MCL after he slipped on a step while trying to lift his suitcase. Perez has been a fantasy commodity for years due to his usual combination of power and acceptable batting average, but […]

Didi Gregorius Dropped Two Spots In Order

After finding his groove as the cleanup hitter for the New York Yankees last season, shortstop Didi Gregorius has fallen down to sixth for Thursday’s Opening Day lineup against the Blue Jays. The 28-year-old is coming off career year that saw him smash 25 home runs and drive in 87 RBI while batting .287, and […]

Sonny Gray At Supreme Confidence Heading Into Season

After his fourth and final spring training outing, New York Yankees starting pitcher Sonny Gray expressed his confidence, stating it was the best he’s ever felt heading into a season. The 28-year-old tossed 13 2/3 innings this spring, allowing three runs and striking out 16. Gray is currently tabbed as New York’s third starter but was […]

Masahiro Tanaka Continues To Defy Injury Heading Into 2018

For the first time in four seasons, the New York Yankees will not send Masahiro Tanaka to the mound on Opening Day. While the 28-year-old has been surpassed by Luis Severino, he comes off a postseason that saw him make three starts and allow just two runs across 20 innings while striking out 18. This […]

Cardinals Officially Purchase the Contract of Jack Flaherty

The St. Louis Cardinals officially purchased the contract of right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty from Triple-A Memphis. Flaherty will be taking the rotation spot of Adam Wainwright (hamstring) and there would seem to be a decent chance that if Flaherty excels in the first half of April, he could keep a rotation spot even once Wainwright […]