Bryce Harper May Not Need Rehab Assignment

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (elbow) may possibly skip a minor league rehab assignment before returning to the majors. Harper is taking reps at first base as he looks forward to his return to the field and will face Ranger Suarez in a simulated game on Tuesday. There's no definitive statement, but it seems Harper's […]

Chas McCormick Could Be Available Off Bench

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (eyes) could be available off the bench Saturday. He was removed from the game Friday after experiencing blurred vision. Doctors did multiple tests last night but found no reason for the blurred vision. McCormick said he feels better today, however.

Michael Brantley Took Live BP

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (shoulder) is ramping up his rehab after taking live batting practice on Friday. Brantley had shoulder surgery in August and has recently been working out at the team's training facilities in Florida. A return in May still looks like the expectation for Brantley.

Will Smith Remains Out Of Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (illness) is out of the lineup for a second straight day on Saturday. Smith was initially withheld from Friday's game because of an illness and he couldn't recuperate enough to get in there on Saturday. The backstop is off to a hot start and is again among the tops […]

Joe Musgrove To Make Rehab Start On Sunday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (toe, shoulder) is scheduled to make his final rehab start on Sunday for Single-A Lake Elsinore. The right-hander has been working his way back from a fractured toe. However, Musgrove suffered a shoulder injury during his rehab assignment. That being said, he had his timetable to return pushed […]

Ramon Urias Removed From Saturday's Game

Baltimore Orioles infielder Ramon Urias (head) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Urias was taken out after getting hit in the head by a pitch. He was hit by a 96 mph fastball, which is obviously always a scary moment. Luckily, Urias was able to get up and walk off […]

Michael Harris II Won't Return On Monday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (back) won't make his return from the injured list on Monday. The organization was hopeful that Harris would be activated on Monday, which is the first day he's eligible to return from the injured list. Manager Brian Snitker confirmed on Saturday that it won't be happening. Harris hasn't even […]

Chas McCormick To Miss Saturday's Game

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (eye) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. He'll miss this game after exiting early during Friday's game due to vision issues. It's unknown if this is a serious issue, so fantasy managers should consider McCormick day-to-day right now. Mauricio Dubon will serve as […]

Michael Conforto Comes Off The Bench On Saturday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto (calf) was pulled out early during Wednesday's game due to left calf tightness. He missed Friday's game because of it, but was able to at least take an at-bat on Saturday. Conforto came off the bench as a pinch-hitter during Saturday's loss to the Detroit Tigers. He struck out […]

Adam Duvall Faces "Long Road Ahead"

Boston Red Sox outfielder Adam Duvall (wrist) will not require surgery on his left distal fracture. However, he indicated he faces a "long rehab road ahead." "Maybe six weeks before I can swing again," Said Duvall. "I'm going to keep running and keep throwing to stay in shape." The 34-year-old got off to a hot […]

Justin Verlander Progressing Toward Return

According to New York Mets manager Buck Showalter, starting pitcher Justin Verlander (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a few more bullpen sessions before facing live batters. If everything goes smoothly, the 40-year-old will be ready to return. Verlander has been on the shelf with a right teres major strain since the beginning of the season. […]

Ji Man Choi Lands On 10-Day IL

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman/designated hitter Ji Man Choi (Achilles) landed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to April 14. The 31-year-old has struggled this season, batting a miserable .125 with four hits, two RBI, and two home runs while striking out 15 times. Hopefully, his stint on the IL will allow his nagging […]

Reds vs. Phillies Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/15)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Saturday, April 15th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Dodgers vs. Cubs Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/15)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Saturday, April 15th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Astros vs. Rangers Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/15)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Saturday, April 15th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Joc Pederson Placed On The Injured List

San Francisco Giants designated hitter Joc Pederson (wrist) was put on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to April 12. The veteran is batting .242 this season with nine RBI, eight hits, and two home runs while striking out 13 times (33 at-bats). However, he's battling right wrist inflammation, resulting in a cortisone injection […]

Royals vs. Braves Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (4/15)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Atlanta Braves vs. Kansas City Royals, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Saturday, April 15th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Connor Overton Placed On The 15-Day Injured List

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Connor Overton (elbow) has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain. The 29-year-old hurler got off to a horrible start this season, putting up an 11.45 ERA, 2.36 WHIP, and 9:7 K/BB ratio over 11 innings (three starts). Right-handed reliever Casey Legumina has been recalled from […]

Jesse Winker Back In The Lineup On Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Jesse Winker (illness) is back in the lineup on Saturday against Seth Lugo and the San Diego Padres. Winker missed the last five games with an illness but is serving as the Brew Crew's designated hitter on Saturday and batting second. The 29-year-old was off to a solid start before the […]

J.T. Realmuto Getting The Day Off On Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto is getting the day off on Saturday against Graham Ashcraft and the Cincinnati Reds. The 32-year-old backstop is really struggling in the early going, slashing .229/.240/.396 with one home run, five RBI, and one stolen base over 48 at-bats. Garrett Stubbs is starting behind the plate and batting ninth in […]

Brandon Lowe Sitting Out On Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe is not starting on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The 28-year-old will take a seat against left-handed hurler Yusei Kikuchi as the Rays look to start another winning streak. Lowe is off to a hot start, along with most players on Tampa Bay, slashing .324/.444/.757 with five […]

Matt Manning Will Not Require Surgery

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matt Manning (foot) will not require surgery for his fractured right pinkie toe. Manning and the Tigers came to that decision after consulting with several foot specialists. It's a good sign that the injury won't require surgery but there is currently no timetable for his return to the team. The 25-year-old […]

Video: Hitters Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 4 Free Agent Adds

Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller breaks down some of his must-have Week 4 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for hitters - 2023 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and waiver wire advice for hitters that are emerging. These MLB players should be watched, stashed, or targeted in your roto, points, H2H points leagues, […]

Michael Lorenzen Activated, Starting Saturday Against San Francisco

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen (groin) was activated from the 15-day injured list and will make his season debut in a start against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday. The 31-year-old righty was dealing with a left groin strain, which cost him the first two weeks of the season. Lorenzen put up an average […]

Video: Pitchers Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 4 Free Agent Adds

Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller breaks down some of his must-have Week 4 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for pitchers - 2023 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and waiver wire advice for pitchers that are emerging. These MLB players should be watched, stashed, or targeted in your roto, points, H2H points leagues, […]

Max Kepler Activated From The Injured list

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Kepler was dealing with right knee tendinitis, which required a minimum stay on the IL. The 30-year-old is batting seventh and starting in right field on Saturday against the New York Yankees. Matt Wallner was optioned back to Triple-A St. Paul […]

Zach Neto Called Up By The Angels

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto has been called up from Double-A Rocket City on Saturday. The 22-year-old Neto was the Angels' first-round pick last season and is expected to take over at shortstop full-time for the big league club, according to Jeff Passan. He's appeared in just 44 minor league games overall but has […]

Bryson Stott Seeing Time At The Leadoff Spot

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott is enjoying a great start to the 2023 season, slashing .383/.393/.467 with three runs, four RBI, and three stolen bases. And thanks to his hot streak, manager Rob Thompson has penciled the 25-year-old in at the leadoff spot in four of the last five games. Stott failed to show […]

Paul Sewald Earns Friday's Save

Seattle Mariners right-hander Paul Sewald threw a perfect ninth inning Friday to earn the save of the 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies. He struck out two, and the save was his third of the season. Sewald's posted a 3.38 ERA, 25.0% strikeout rate, and 1.00 WHIP over eight innings so far in 2023. It's […]

Giovanny Gallegos Called On For Friday's Save

St. Louis Cardinals reliever Giovanny Gallegos picked up his first save of the 2023 campaign after pitching the ninth inning of the 3-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. He threw a perfect frame and recorded one strikeout. Gallegos has looked just as dominant as the past couple of seasons, as he has yet […]