Joe Barlow Picks Up Seventh Save Of Season Monday

Texas Rangers closer Joe Barlow earned his seventh save of the season in Monday's 7-4 win over the Angels. Barlow entered the game to pitch the ninth inning up by three. He walked the first hitter, but then got a strikeout, a flyout, and a line out to end the game. The 26-year-old has yet […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (5/17/22)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! I am Mark and this is my second season writing MLB content on RotoBaller. In this article, I'll be providing my favorite betting picks MLB games on Tuesday, May 16, 2022, for the 14-game 6:10 PM Eastern slate. This article will be focused on sides and totals. I am a huge baseball […]

Jordan Romano Day-To-Day With Non-COVID Illness

Updating a previous report, Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said that closer Jordan Romano is day-to-day with a non-COVID-19 illness. Romano was unavailable to pitch in Monday's game against the Seattle Mariners, but he was seen in the bullpen and is not contagious. All of those fantasy managers that were bracing for the worst […]

Andrew Heaney To Throw Bullpen Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Andrew Heaney (shoulder) said he will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday. It will be his first time throwing off a mound since he went on the injured list almost a month ago with left shoulder discomfort. The 30-year-old southpaw will travel with the Dodgers on their current road trip. Heaney […]

Astros Have Discussed Extension With Kyle Tucker

The Houston Astros recently spoke with outfielder Kyle Tucker's camp about a contract extension, but the two sides couldn't come to a deal and are no longer engaged, according to sources. Tucker will be arbitration-eligible for the first time in his career at the end of this season. The 25-year-old didn't have the start he […]

Anthony DeSclafani Moved To 60-Day Injured List

The San Francisco Giants transferred starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (ankle) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list on Monday. DeSclafani has been out since late April due to right ankle inflammation. Despite the fact that he's been throwing for almost two weeks, he now won't be able to return to the Giants […]

Tommy La Stella Activated From Injured List

San Francisco Giants infielder Tommy La Stella (Achilles) was activated from the injured list on Monday and was in the starting lineup for the first time this season on Monday against Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela, serving as the designated hitter while batting eighth in the batting order. La Stella is making his season debut […]

Corey Kluber Strikes Out Eight Monday

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Corey Kluber pitched well in a 3-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Monday. Kluber allowed two runs over six innings while striking out eight and allowing four hits, including a two-run homer to Jonathan Schoop. He induced 14 swinging strikes on 90 pitches in the game. The veteran escaped with […]

Michael Conforto Could Sign After MLB Draft

Free-agent outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) is open to signing with a team following the conclusion of the 2022 MLB draft in mid-July, according to his agent Scott Boras. Conforto injured his shoulder during the lockout and had surgery later in the spring, putting a serious damper on his free agency activities. The veteran was originally […]

Antonio Senzatela Removed Due To Injury Monday

Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela was removed from Monday's game against the San Francisco Giants after injuring himself while warming up before the third inning. On the bright side, it appeared as though Senzatela was dealing with cramping, so the injury does not seem to be serious. Senzatela had thrown two scoreless innings while posting […]

Mitch Garver To Begin Rehab In Double-A Tuesday

Texas Rangers catcher Mitch Garver (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Tuesday. Garver injured his elbow last week and there was initially some speculation that it was a serious injury but he seems to have avoided a lengthy stay on the sidelines. For now, Garver is slated to serve as the […]

Jonathan Schoop Hits Third Home Run Monday

Detroit Tigers second baseman Jonathan Schoop played a large part in Monday's 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning. Altogether, he was 1-for-4 with no strikeouts. Schoop is in the midst of his worst offensive campaign to date, as he's slashing .162/.204/.262 with three home runs, […]

Dylan Bundy Expected Back Tuesday

Minnesota Twins right-hander Dylan Bundy (illness) is expected to start for his team against the Oakland A's on Tuesday. Bundy has been on the injured list since he came down with COVID-19 early in May. The veteran right-hander draws a plus assignment against Oakland on Tuesday, but he may not work very deep into the […]

Jake Odorizzi Carted Off Monday

Houston Astros right-hander Jake Odorizzi was carted off during the fifth inning of a Monday night game against the Boston Red Sox. Odorizzi collapsed off of the mound during the game and was in obvious pain. His leg was immediately checked on by trainers, both from Houston and the Red Sox. Odorizzi had allowed two […]

Jordan Romano Day-To-Day With Undisclosed Injury

Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano was unavailable for Monday's game against the Seattle Mariners, Sportsnet reports. He's experiencing some sort of ailment which has yet to be specified. Romano will be evaluated further and is considered day-to-day at this point. The Canadian has been one of the top fantasy relievers so far in 2022, […]

Cavan Biggio Reinstated And Sent To Triple-A

The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated infielder Cavan Biggio from the COVID-19 injured list on Monday. He has been optioned to Triple-A. The 27-year-old spent the first few weeks of the season in the majors before landing on the COVID-19 injured list. He struggled significantly during his time with the team, slashing .043/.214/.043 across 13 games. […]

Adam Frazier Heading To The Bench On Monday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Adam Frazier is getting the day off on Monday as the team takes on left-hander Yusei Kikuchi and the Toronto Blue Jays. Abraham Toro will be leading off and covering the keystone for the game. Frazier has been a mainstay in the leadoff spot for the team for most of the […]

Luis Gonzalez Headed To Triple-A

The San Francisco Giants will be optioning outfielder Luis Gonzalez to Triple-A Sacramento, according to Robert Murray of MLB Insider. The news is a bit surprising as the 26-year-old has been one of the team's best offensive producers in recent weeks. Over 21 games with the Giants, he's slashed .349/.397/.492 with two home runs, three […]

Aaron Judge Taking A Seat On Monday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is getting the day off on Monday as the team faces right-hander Kyle Bradish and the Baltimore Orioles. Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Hicks and Joey Gallo will be patrolling the outfield for the game. This is merely a regular day-off for Judge, who leads the majors with 12 home runs. […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Out Of The Lineup On Monday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is absent from the starting lineup for Monday's game against right-hander Chris Flexen and the Seattle Mariners. Raimel Tapia will be covering Gurriel's usual left field post in the game. Gurriel is off to a slow start to the year and he's been especially cold at the plate […]

Lucas Giolito Could Start Tuesday Or Wednesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito was sent to the COVID-19 injured list on Friday. Luckily for Giolito, it appears as if his time on the COVID-19 injured list will be short. White Sox manager Tony La Russa spoke to reporters on Monday and stated that there is hope that Giolito will return soon […]

Brayan Bello Promoted To Triple-A

Boston Red Sox pitching prospect Brayan Bello will be promoted from Double-A to Triple-A, according to Red Sox beat writer Chris Cotillo. Bello is ranked as the team's top pitching prospect by MLB Pipeline. The 22-year-old right-hander has been excellent this year at Double-A. Over six starts, he's gone 4-2 with a 1.60 ERA and […]

Jesus Sanchez Getting A Breather On Monday

Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against right-hander Aaron Sanchez and the Washington Nationals. Bryan De La Cruz will be covering center field and batting seventh in the game. After a nice start to the year, Sanchez has gone ice cold at the plate in May. Over […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Likely To Return On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (groin) ran the bases ahead of Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Braves manager Brian Snitker stated that Acuna passed all the tests in his base running and in his other exercises on Monday. If Acuna recovers from Monday's workouts well, he is likely to return to action […]

Willy Adames May Require A Trip To The Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (ankle) is set to have his ankle examined by doctors on Monday. Ahead of the examination, Brewers manager Craig Counsell stated that a stint on the injured list could be needed for Adames. The 26-year-old suffered a left ankle sprain in Sunday's game. Luckily, X-rays were negative and he still […]

Nelson Cruz Scratched With Flu-Like Symptoms On Monday

Washington Nationals designated hitter Nelson Cruz (illness) was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. He was dealing with flu-like symptoms when he arrived at the park. He spoke with the team's training staff, then wound up leaving the park. He was originally slated to hit out of […]

Austin Hays Takes Batting Practice On Monday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Austin Hays (hand) went through batting practice on Monday. He is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game, but there is some hope that he could return on Tuesday or even be utilized off the bench on Monday. Orioles manager Brandon Hyde stated on Monday that Hays has progressed well. Hays […]

Jorge Mateo Still Dealing With Soreness

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jorge Mateo (shoulder) is still experiencing left shoulder soreness, according to manager Brandon Hyde. Mateo injured his shoulder during Sunday's game after colliding with Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson on the way to first base. Hyde is optimistic that Mateo will be back soon, suggesting there's even a chance he could […]

Chris Sale Resumes Throwing

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (rib cage) has resumed playing catch, according to manager Alex Cora. Sale recently took a break from throwing due to a non-baseball medical issue, but he's back on track in his recovery from a stress fracture in his right rib cage that has kept him out all season […]