Trevor Story Swats Two Homers On Thursday

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story went 2-for-4 with two homers, three RBI, and two runs scored during a 6-5 win over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. The 28-year-old took Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta deep in the first inning for a solo shot and relief pitcher Jake Jewell yard in the fifth for a two-run […]

Jose Abreu Hits 20th Home Run

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's loss versus the Kansas City Royals. Abreu homered for the second consecutive contest and is starting to warm up. Abreu has had a down year by his standards with a .245 batting average, but he has made up for […]

Dallas Keuchel Pitches Well In Loss

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel earned a quality start in Thursday's loss versus the Kansas City Royals. Keuchel tossed six frames and allowed three hits, two runs, three walks and struck out five on the evening. The lefty gave up both of his runs on a two-run double by Emmanuel Rivera in the […]

Joey Gallo Blasts First Homer As A Yankee

New York Yankees outfielder Joey Gallo went 3-for-4 with a homer, three RBI, and two runs scored during a 5-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday. The two-time All-Star blasted his 26th homer, a three-run shot and first as a Yankee, off of Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald during the seventh inning. The newly […]

Javier Baez Moving To The Hot Corner?

When the New York Mets initially acquired shortstop Javier Baez from the Chicago Cubs, the belief was that once Francisco Lindor (oblique) returns, that Baez would play second base. However, it looks as though the Mets are seriously considering moving Baez to third base when Lindor is back. The main reason being the fact that […]

Tyler Stephenson Leaves Thursday's Game Early

Tyler Stephenson (hamstring) exited Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a cramp in his hamstring, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Enquirer. Before he left, he was 1-for-3 with a strikeout. Stephenson's been a productive hitter this season, slashing .283/.372/.418 with six home runs across 88 games. He will go for further testing tonight […]

Mychal Givens Picks Up First Save Thursday

Cincinnati Reds reliever Mychal Givens earned his first save of the season in Thursday's 7-4 win against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Givens became the 10th Red to record a save this year, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Enquirer. He was acquired on July 28 from the Colorado Rockies and has appeared in five games so […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gets Hit, Stays In Game

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. got hit in his left wrist during Thursday's contest against the Cleveland Indians. But, Blue Jays fans and fantasy managers let out a sigh of relief after he was able to stay in the game. There is no word yet on if he will be able to […]

Ross Stripling Shuts Down Indians

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Ross Stripling tossed six-scoreless innings on Thursday as his club defeated the Indians 3-0. The right-hander allowed just three hits and a walk while striking out six batters in the 98-pitch effort, improving his record to 5-6 on the year. Stripling has strung together three-straight solid outings, and if not […]

Bo Bichette Tags 20th Homer

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette belted his 20th homer of the campaign on Thursday, propelling his team to a 3-0 win over the Indians. His two-run shot in the fourth off starter Triston McKenzie was a no-doubter to left field to open up the scoring, and he also added an RBI single to provide […]

Adam Cimber Gets Save For Jays Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Adam Cimber was called upon in the ninth inning in Thursday's game versus the Indians, pitching a perfect frame to seal the 3-0 win. It was just the second save of his four-year career as he mowed down his former club with a groundout, flyout, and a strikeout. Cimber has been […]

Adam Cimber Records First Save Of Season Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Adam Cimber closed out the 3-0 victory against the Cleveland Indians on Thursday, picking up his first save this year. Cimber, acquired from the Miami Marlins on June 29 along with Corey Dickerson, has put up solid numbers out of the pen this season, posting a 2.22 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, with […]

Kwang Hyun Kim To Start Saturday

The St. Louis Cardinals have set their rotation for the weekend and will have Kwang Hyun Kim start on Saturday to take on the Kansas City Royals. He will be receiving nine days of rest, last pitching on July 28. According to Katie Woo, there is no injury, the team just wanted to give him […]

Justin Dunn Has Setback In Recovery

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justin Dunn (shoulder) has fallen behind Justus Sheffield (forearm) in their rehab programs. Manager Scott Servais said, "he was disappointed he wasn't able to get up on the mound on this trip." Dunn has been sidelined since June 18 with a right shoulder strain. The 25-year-old could not complete a bullpen session […]

Justus Sheffield Set For Rehab Outing Friday

Seattle Mariners pitcher Justus Sheffield (forearm) will begin his first rehab assignment Friday with High-A Everett. He's been sidelined since July 7 with a left flexor strain. The 25-year-old continued to make progress and threw a successful bullpen session on Wednesday. Sheffield will most likely need a few rehab outings and is targeting an late-August […]

Travis d'Arnaud Could Be Activated By Tuesday

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud (thumb) could be reinstated from the 60-day injured list by Tuesday. He is currently scheduled to play the next four games for Gwinnett. The Braves catcher began a rehab assignment on July 30 and will return by early next week. The 32-year-old has not been ruled for the team's weekend […]

MLB Extends Trevor Bauer’s Leave To August 13

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer's administrative leave will be extended through August 13. He has been on paid leave since July 2 as the MLB and MLBPA continue to investigate sexual assault allegations against him. This is the fourth time the date has been moved, and the MLB has not come to a resolution […]

Dinelson Lamet Throws One Inning In Rehab Assignment

San Diego Padres pitcher Dinelson Lamet (forearm) allowed one run on one hit and a walk while striking out two across one inning during a rehab outing with Low-A Lake Elsinore on Wednesday. He served up a solo home run while threw 9 of 16 pitches for strikes. The 29-year-old will work out of the […]

Juan Soto Dealing With Knee Pain

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto (knee) experienced pain in his knee after scoring in the ninth during Thursday's 7-6 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. He "felt something in his knee" and will be evaluated on Friday, per Nationals manager Dave Martinez. The 22-year-old went 2-for-4 with a double, two walks, and three runs scored during […]

Jake Arrieta Continues To Struggle

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta continued his struggles on Thursday versus the Colorado Rockies. Arrieta earned a no-decision and only lasted four innings in the contest. The veteran allowed nine hits, four runs, zero walks and struck out two on the afternoon. Three of the four runs by the Rockies came off of solo […]

Max Kepler Sitting Against Lefty Thursday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler is taking a seat on the bench Thursday with lefty Framber Valdez on the mound for Houston. Kepler is 2-for-8 with two doubles and a pair of runs scored in his last two contests. Trevor Larnach will slot into right field in Kepler's absence. Larnach is coming off of a […]

Josh Donaldson Back In Thursday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson (hamstring) is back in the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Astros. Donaldson was sidelined for five games with hamstring tightness, though he is slotted back into the order at the three-spot for Minnesota. He'll serve as the designated hitter, likely an effort by the club to ease him […]

Luis Robert Could Be Activated As Early As Monday

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (hip) will not return this weekend versus the Chicago Cubs, but manager Tony La Russa said that this weekend will be an important test and that his return is imminent. This is huge news for both the White Sox and fantasy managers. Robert was placed on the 10-day injured […]

Lewis Brinson Plates Two Runs In Thursday's Win

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson drove in two runs with an RBI double in Thursday's win over the New York Mets. It was Brinson's only hit of the game, but it was a huge one, leaving him 1-for-4 with two RBI. Brinson has looked much more like a major league hitter this time around, although […]

Anthony Bender Saves Thursday's Win

Miami Marlins rookie relief pitcher Anthony Bender picked up the second save of his career in Thursday's 4-2 win over the New York Mets. With Dylan Floro unavailable, Bender was called on to get the final three outs and did, but not before allowing an unearned run on one hit and one walk. He also […]

Braxton Garrett Throws Five Scoreless Innings On Thursday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Braxton Garrett pitched well on Thursday, helping the Marlins defeat the New York Mets 4-2. Garrett threw five shutout innings, allowing five hits and four walks while striking out six. Garrett had plenty of traffic on the bases, but timely strikeouts and a double play ball helped him escape without […]

Gary Sanchez Tests Positive For COVID-19

New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez has tested positive for COVID-19, per MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. A rapid test confirmed he had contracted the virus, as he wasn't feeling well after the team left Florida Wednesday following their series against the Marlins or Thursday morning. Sanchez will be placed on the COVID injured list and will […]

Miguel Andujar Taking Grounders Thursday

New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Miguel Andujar (wrist) was fielding grounders at third base ahead of Thursday's contest against the Mariners. Andujar has been sidelined since July 6 with a strained left wrist and remains without a timetable for his return, though it's encouraging to see him raise his activity level. The 26-year-old put together a […]

Mike Moustakas Expected To Return Soon

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said infielder Mike Moustakas' (heel) time at Triple-A Louisville "might have come to an end." He reportedly could be activated from the 60-day injured list within the next day or two. The 32-year-old has been sidelined since mid-May with a bruised right heel. Moustakas slashed .241/.337/.437 with four home runs, […]

Tommy Edman Absent From Thursday’s Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Tommy Edman isn't starting in Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. He will get the day off after hitting .188 (3-for-16) with two stolen bases over his last five games. Fantasy managers should adjust their lineups accordingly. Matt Carpenter is batting fifth and starting at second base for Edman on Thursday. […]