Ian Anderson Expected To Start On Sunday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson (shoulder) is expected to return and make the start against the San Francisco Giants on Sunday. He has been sidelined over a month while dealing with inflammation in his shoulder. Anderson pitched well during his final rehab assignment on Tuesday. Before his injury, Anderson was pitching excellent for the […]

Brandon Lowe Launches 30th Homer on Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 1-for-5 with a solo homer during a 7-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. He took Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler during the fifth inning for his 30th HR of the season, a career-high. The 2019 All-Star is slashing .235/.340/.504 with 30 HR, 76 RBI, 77 runs, […]

Brandon Crawford Hits Go-Ahead Double Wednesday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford made his one hit count in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Mets. Crawford went 1-for-4 with a go-ahead, two-run double in the eighth inning and a strikeout. He was also caught stealing. The veteran has been a surprise fantasy force this season, slashing .299/.366/.530 with 19 home runs, 73 […]

Jake McGee Earns Exciting Save Wednesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee made things interesting in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Mets. McGee came on to pitch the ninth inning up by a run. He struck the first hitter out, allowed a single, had another runner reach on a fielding error, got the second out on a pop-out, and then […]

Kris Bryant Slugs 23rd Homer on Wednesday

San Francisco Giants third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant went 1-for-4 with a solo homer and two runs scored during a 3-2 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday. The 29-year-old took Mets starting pitcher Taijuan Walker deep during the fifth inning for his 23rd HR of the season. The four-time All-Star is hitting .273/.325/.532 with […]

Johnny Cueto Takes No-Decision In Wednesday Return

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto took a no-decision in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Mets. Cueto pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing one run (none earned) on five hits and three walks with two strikeouts. It was Cueto's first start since the beginning of August, as he was on the injured list dealing with […]

Ian Happ Hits 15th Homer In Game 2 Of Doubleheader

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Colorado Rockies. Happ blasted a three-run home run off of Daniel Bard in the bottom of the seventh inning to tie the game and send it to extra innings. Despite the home run this evening, […]

Justin Steele Gets No-Decision In Game 2 Of Doubleheader

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele went 3 2/3 innings in Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Colorado Rockies. The rookie allowed five hits, four runs, two walks and struck out five on the evening. Steele opened the year as a relief pitcher, but has been working as a starter down the stretch. The […]

Robbie Ray Strikes Out 14 Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Robbie Ray was outstanding on Wednesday, striking out a season-high 14 batters in the team's 3-1 win over the White Sox. The left-hander allowed five hits, all of which were singles, while walking one batter in his 111-pitch performance, but he was unfortunately left with a no-decision for the fifth-straight […]

Jordan Romano Collects 13th Save

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano shut the door on the White Sox Wednesday to secure the save in the club's 3-1 victory. He worked around a leadoff single by getting Andrew Vaughn to ground into a twin killing before Cesar Hernandez hit a lazy fly to center to end the ball game. Romano blew […]

Lucas Giolito Pitches Well In No-Decision On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito put together another nice performance in Wednesday's no-decision versus the Toronto Blue Jays. The right-hander earned a quality start and allowed five hits, one run, one walk and struck out six over six innings. His lone run allowed came in the bottom of the fourth inning when Corey […]

JT Brubaker Placed On The IL

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher JT Brubaker (thumb) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb contusion. His injury isn't believed to be serious and he is expected to return after the 10-day minimum. The 27-year-old has struggled in August, surrendering seven home runs while owning a 9.47 ERA and 1.84 WHIP across 19 […]

Jesse Winker Remains “A Couple Of Weeks Away”

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker (ribs) has yet to resume baseball activities and "remains a couple of weeks away" from returning from the injured list, per manager David Bell. "Not doing baseball, no swinging or anything like that yet," said Bell. He's been sidelined since August 16 with an intercostal strain. The 28-year-old is hitting […]

Yasmani Grandal Expected To Return Soon

Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa said catcher Yasmani Grandal's (knee) return is "imminent." He was ruled out for the series against the Toronto Blue Jays, which concludes on Thursday, but is expected to return to the lineup soon. The 32-year-old slashed 321/.394/.464 with a home run, a double, four runs, and three RBI […]

George Springer Running The Bases, Could Return Friday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) is running the bases on Thursday and could be activated from the 10-day injured list as soon as Friday. The 31-year-old is eligible to come off the injured list and has been sidelined over a week with a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He will run the bases, […]

Mookie Betts Will Return Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) Is scheduled to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. He took simulated at-bats from pitcher Tony Gonsolin on Wednesday. According to manager Dave Roberts, the former Boston Red Sox is expected to be back in the lineup on […]

Buster Posey Hopes To Return In A Day Or Two

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (knee) said he tested his knee on Wednesday and felt good, according to John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle. Shea adds that Posey said he believes he should be able to return to the lineup within a day or two. Posey had exited Tuesday's game with right knee […]

Chris Archer Expected To Make Next Start As Scheduled

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Chris Archer (hip) felt good after throwing a bullpen session on Wednesday, and expects to make his next scheduled start against the Orioles, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Archer had exited his last start on Sunday due to left hip tightness, which was the same issue […]

Brendan McKay Likely Done For Season

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Brendan McKay (elbow) is likely done for the season after suffering a flexor strain during his rehab assignment, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. McKay had been working his way back from shoulder surgery, and had recently joined Double-A Montgomery for a rehab assignment when he suffered this […]

The Baller Ranks: Weekly Top 101 Starting Pitcher Rankings

Welcome to the Baller Ranks for the last month or so of the 2021 fantasy baseball season! I know football continues to grab headlines, but stay the course and dominate the stretch run for that sweet, sweet championship. Finish strong with another edition of my weekly Starting Pitcher Baller Ranks! This google sheet accompanies the table below […]

Top 20 Fantasy Baseball Prospects for Week 22

With September just around the corner, we’re quickly running out of time for minor league prospects to make impacts on the 2021 redraft season. However, that doesn’t mean a well-timed rookie or two still can’t push you into the playoffs or help you wrap up a title. Service time consideration has become a major factor […]

Yuli Gurriel Hits 27th Double In Win

Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel went 1-for-5 with one double and one run scored in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals Wednesday afternoon. Gurriel smoked his 27th double in the sixth inning and then was driven home courtesy of teammate Alex Bregman, who returned to the lineup for the first time since mid-June. […]

Joe Kelly Activated From IL Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Joe Kelly (COVID-19) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list on Wednesday, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. Kelly has been a decent option in SV/HLD formats this year, going 2-0 with seven holds, one save, a 3.34 ERA, 1.011 WHIP and 28 percent strikeout rate across […]

Carlos Correa Coaxes Three Walks

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa went 0-for-2 with one run scored and three walks against the Royals on Wednesday. Correa is having a strong bounce back stretch after a dismal offensive month in July. Over his last 77 at-bats, Correa is slashing .299/.396/.481 with seven extra-base hits, 10 runs batted in, 13 walks and 19 […]

Most Favorable Schedules for the Stretch Run

We are ramping up for playoff time in fantasy baseball land. Chances are if you're reading this that you're locked into a playoff spot or well in the hunt for one. With so little time left, it can be a benefit to look at your player's schedules to see what you'll be dealing with in […]

Jake Meyers Tallies Two Hits

Houston Astros center fielder Jake Meyers went 2-for-5 with one run scored in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday afternoon. The Astros welcomed back outfielder Kyle Tucker back into the fold, but Meyers still found his way into the lineup for this matchup. The young phenom has been impressive since being called […]

Kyle Tucker Returns With A Pair Of Hits

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker went 2-for-5 in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. Tucker has been sidelined since August 14 after being placed on the COVID-reserve list. At the time Tucker was coming off a fantastic month of July that saw him slash .291/.325/.646 with 14 extra-base hits and 17 runs […]

Aledmys Diaz Extends Hitting Streak

Houston Astros left fielder Aledmys Diaz went 1-for-5 in the Astros 6-5 victory over the Royals on Wednesday afternoon. Diaz extended his hit streak to six games and continues his torrid stretch of offense in the month of August. Over his last 87 at-bats, Diaz is slashing .310/.341/.402 with six extra-base hits and 12 runs […]

Dylan Bundy Placed On Injured List With Shoulder Strain

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Dylan Bundy (shoulder) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a right shoulder strain, the team announced on Twitter. Bundy had struggled in his outing on Tuesday, allowing one run on one hit and three walks with three strikeouts over 1 1/3 innings of work against the […]

Yordan Alvarez Slams Home Run Wednesday

Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez went 2-for-5 with a home run in the team's 6-5 win over the Royals on Wednesday. Alvarez went the opposite way for his 26th home run of the season and now has four home runs over his last seven games played. Alvarez is having a fantastic month of August, […]