Justin Verlander Aiming To Resume Throwing Next Week

Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Justin Verlander has disputed that he will be shut down for the remainder of the 2020 season due to a right forearm injury that has kept him out since Opening Day. The next step in that process is for Verlander to begin throwing as soon as next week, per Brian McTaggart […]

Will Harris On Track To Be Activated Thursday

Washington Nationals right-handed pitcher Will Harris (groin) is progressing toward being activated from the injured list for the club’s contest Thursday against the Mets. Manager Davey Martinez confirmed before Wednesday’s game so long as Harris was feeling strong Thursday, he would join the team’s bullpen. Inked to a $24 million deal during the off-season to […]

Tim Anderson Shines On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson went 4-for-5 with three runs scored and a RBI on Wednesday versus the Detroit Tigers. Anderson returned from a groin strain on Tuesday and hasn’t missed a beat with the bat. The shortstop fell a double short of the cycle and is now hitting .385 on the season. Anderson […]

Aaron Judge Out Of Yankees’ Lineup Wednesday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was not among the starting nine for Wednesday’s contest against the Braves and right-hander Huascar Ynoa. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Judge was dealing with “lower body tightness,” which included his hips, hamstrings, and calves. The list of maladies is not reassuring for Judge’s status as soon as this […]

Andrew Benintendi Headed For IL Stint With Rib Cage Ailment

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi will be placed on the 10-day injured list after sustaining a strained right rib cage during Tuesday’s contest versus the Rays. The move comes amidst a treacherous start to the 2020 season for the outfielder who is batting just .103 (4-for-39) through his first 14 games with a stunningly […]

Chris Owings Departs Early Wednesday With Hamstring Injury

Colorado Rockies utilityman Chris Owings left Wednesday’s contest against the D-backs early due to left hamstring tightness. Sam Hilliard took over in Owings’ stead, with Garrett Hampson shifting to second base. Owings has seen a solid amount of playing time early in 2020, hitting .250/.308/.444 through 14 contests. The veteran has made it his calling […]

Amed Rosario Out Again On Wednesday

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario (illness) is out for the second straight game on Wednesday as he deals with a minor illness. Brandon Nimmo will be leading off in the game with Andres Gimenez playing shortstop. Rosario is off to a slow start to the year, slashing .207/.207/.310 with just one home run and […]

Kyle Schwarber Scratched From Wednesday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (knee) has been scratched from Wednesday’s contest versus the Cleveland Indians with lingering soreness in his right knee. The slugger has been off to a sluggish start with a .234 batting average to go along with two home runs and six RBI. Schwarber has been getting a lot of run […]

George Springer Starting, Jose Altuve Out Of Lineup

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (wrist) will return to the leadoff spot in Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Springer suffered a wrist injury last Thursday and was held out of the starting lineup until now, though he did make an appearance as a pinch runner on Tuesday. While Springer returns to the lineup, […]

Tyler Naquin Draws First Start Of 2020 On Wednesday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin will start in right field and hit seventh in Wednesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Naquin began the season on the Injured List with a hairline fracture in his right toe. He made his first appearance as a pinch hitter in Tuesday's game. Naquin has the opportunity to hit in […]

Robert Gsellman Named Starter for Mets on Wednesday

New York Mets relief pitcher Robert Gsellman was named the starter for the Mets on Wednesday when they face the Nationals. With the season ending injury to Noah Syndergaard (elbow), Michael Wacha (shoulder) on the injured list, and Marcus Stroman opting out for the 2020 season, the Mets are shorthanded in the rotation. The intent […]

Jo Adell Back In Lineup Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after getting what appears to be nothing more than a routine day off on Tuesday. Adell is starting in right field and hitting eighth in the game. The highly-touted prospect is yet to hit higher than seventh in the order as […]

Wade Miley Activated To Start Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Wade Miley (left groin strain) has been activated from the Injured List and is slated to start Wednesday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Miley was placed on the Injured List after his first and only start of the season, which came on July 27 against the Chicago Cubs. Miley's one and […]

KBO DFS Cheat Sheets: Lineups, Starters & Matchups for 8/13/20

Welcome, Rotoballers, to my KBO DFS Cheat Sheet! These cheat sheets will include my usual KBO Starting Lineups sheet, KBO Starting Pitchers for the upcoming slate, and my KBO matchup sheets where I personally project the starting lineups for each team. Remember the KBO is an entirely different animal than MLB and small things can […]

Andrelton Simmons Nearing Return

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) could return to the lineup this weekend, according to manager Joe Maddon. Simmons has been sidelined since July 28 but is steadily progressing over the past few days. Maddon also mentioned that David Fletcher will continue to see regular playing time even when Simmons returns, but it is […]

Keone Kela To Be Activated On Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Keone Kela (COVID-19) will be activated off of the injured list before Thursday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. The 27-year-old missed the first three weeks of the 2020 season due to a positive COVID-19 test. Kela is expected to take over the closer's role upon his return, which instantly boosts his fantasy […]

Andrew Kittredge Headed to 45-Day Injured List

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Andrew Kittredge has been diagnosed with a UCL sprain and was placed on the 45-day injured list on Wednesday afternoon. The 30-year-old left Tuesday's game in the first inning with discomfort in his throwing arm. Unfortunately, this type of injury is synonymous with Tommy John surgery, but it is unclear at […]

Donovan Solano Still Sidelined On Wednesday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Donovan Solano (abdomen) remains out of the team's starting lineup on Wednesday. Thankfully, the 32-year-old was not placed on the injured list. Solano is in the midst of a 15-game hitting streak, and he is slashing a robust .458/.476/.661 to begin the season with 15 RBI. In his absence, Mauricio […]

Nick Burdi Undergoing Plasma Treatment

Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi is opting to undergo a platelet-rich plasma treatment on his right forearm to avoid having surgery, according to Jason Mackey of Post-Gazette Sports. Even if the procedure goes well, Burdi's 2020 season is still over. Keone Kela (COVID-19) will likely take over the team's closing role once he is activated […]

Trevor Cahill Activated, Starting Wednesday

San Francisco Giants starter Trevor Cahill (hand) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Wednesday morning, and he will make his 2020 debut on Wednesday night against the Houston Astros. The 32-year-old was dealing with a fingernail issue that cost him the first few weeks of the 2020 season. Cahill posted a 4-9 record […]

Bubba Starling Targeting Weekend Return

Kansas City Royals outfielder Bubba Starling (undisclosed) is currently working out at the team's alternate training site as he attempts to return from an unannounced ailment. The 28-year-old's absence is reportedly not linked to COVID-19. Lynn Worthy of the Kansas City star speculated that Starling could return to the team as early as Friday. Alas, […]

Reynaldo Lopez Throwing Simulated Game This Week

Chicago White Sox starter Reynaldo Lopez (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a simulated game at some point in the coming days. He has already thrown several bullpen sessions, so he may be able to return to the starting rotation if the simulated game goes well. The 26-year-old only recorded two outs in his season debut […]

C.J. Cron Will Eventually Require Knee Surgery

Detroit Tigers first baseman C.J. Cron told reporters on Wednesday that he will require surgery on his dislocated left knee at some point in the coming months. The 30-year-old remains on the injured list for the time being, and he is attempting to delay the procedure so he can return to the lineup this season. […]

Madison Bumgarner Resumes Throwing Program Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner (back) is scheduled to play catch on Wednesday afternoon and throw a bullpen session on Thursday. The veteran left-hander is progressing quickly after suffering a back strain on Monday. Bumgarner has not fared well to start the 2020 season. He owns a 0-3 record to go along with a […]

JaCoby Jones Sitting Out On Wednesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox. It is just a regular rest day for the 28-year-old. Jones has been one of the biggest fantasy surprises of the early season, slashing .311/.380/.733 with five home runs and 12 RBI through 14 games. In […]

No New Positive Tests For The Cardinals

The latest round of COVID-19 testing for the St. Louis Cardinals has reportedly not turned up any new positive results. The Cardinals have not played sine July 29th due to their COVID outbreak, but it looks like their weekend series against the Chicago White Sox might actually happen. The Cardinals are just 2-3 and will […]

Josh Lindblom Strikes Out Eight In No Decision

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Josh Lindblom didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Twins, giving up four runs on seven hits and two walks over four innings. He struck out eight batters. The eight strikeouts were a season-high for the right-hander, but Lindblom was on the hook for his first loss […]

Josh Hader Strikes Out Three In Save

Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader walked one and struck out three in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his third save of the season in a 6-4 win over the Twins. The southpaw had been merely good through his first three appearances of 2020 but Hader looked more like his overpowering self in this […]

Yonder Alonso Joining Padres Taxi Squad

The San Diego Padres acquired first baseman Yonder Alonso on Tuesday from the Atlanta Braves for cash. The 33-year-old veteran will rejoin the Friars, who he played with from 2012-2015, and report to the taxi squad. The brother-in-law of Padres third baseman Manny Machado, Alonso will mentor young bats at the alternate site and provide […]

Manny Pina Powers Comeback Win

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Manny Pina went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Twins. The homers were the first two of the season for Pina, but the 33-year-old backstop has been productive when called upon -- he has a five-game hitting streak going, and Tuesday's big performance pushed […]