Paul DeJong Hits His 22nd Home Run on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong only got one hit on Monday, but it was a big one, going over the fence for his 22nd home run of the season. DeJong ended up 1-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored. DeJong has been as streaky as ever this season, and it's all turned into […]

Dakota Hudson Takes a No-Hitter Into the Seventh

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Dakota Hudson took a no-hitter into the seventh inning on Monday. He was removed from the game after 6 2/3 hitless innings, allowing four walks while striking out seven. Hudson didn't get the no-no, but he did earn a win and a quality start, improving his record to 12-6 and […]

Carlos Carrasco Makes Rehab Appearance Monday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (illness) made a relief outing for Double-A Akron on Monday in his first appearance since he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia in June. The 32-year-old had a strikeout and is scheduled to pitch for Akron again on Thursday. The right-hander wants to help the Tribe this year, but […]

Mitch Haniger Slowed By Back

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (back) was still experiencing back soreness on Monday and wasn't with Triple-A Tacoma. Manager Scott Servais said that Haniger's status is like being at the onset of spring training, so it's fair to wonder if Haniger will even play in the big leagues again this year. The 2018 breakout has […]

Mariners Calling Up Jake Fraley

The Seattle Mariners are calling up outfield prospect Jake Fraley, their No. 8 prospect per MLB Pipeline, according to a source. The 24-year-old is expected to be part of the team's long-term future in the outfield, and he should get a chance to play regularly right off the bat. Due to injuries to Mitch Haniger, […]

Carlos Correa Injured Monday

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (back) left the game after one inning on Monday with back discomfort. It's especially concerning since Correa missed six weeks last year with lower back soreness. The young shortstop also missed 50 games in 2019 with a fractured rib. Correa struck out in his only at-bat before departing. Check back […]

Chris Sale to Be Shut Down for Six Weeks

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) will be officially shut down for the next six weeks of action. Sale will be given a platelet-rich plasma injection in his elbow, so he won't pitch again in the regular season. He'll finish the season with a 4.40 ERA and 218/37 K/BB ratio across 147 1/3 […]

Yoan Moncada To Be Activated on Thursday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Moncada is scheduled to play in back-to-back rehab games on Monday and Tuesday. He should be ready to return to the major league roster after that, assuming everything goes well. He's been sidelined all month […]

Ian Desmond Gets Day Off on Monday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Desmond will get a routine rest day here, but should be back in the lineup on Tuesday. Garrett Hampson will cover center field and bat eighth versus righty Zac Gallen. Hampson doesn't have enough upside to […]

Ryan Braun is Out Again on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Braun sat out on Sunday due to rest, but he's sitting out again on Monday as well. It's unclear if he's dealing with an injury or the Brewers just want to shake up their outfield. […]

Billy Hamilton Claimed by Braves

Kansas City Royals outfielder Billy Hamilton has been claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves on Monday. He was designated for assignment by KC after hitting .211/.275/.269 with the team. The Braves have lost two outfielders in just a few short weeks, so Hamilton provides depth. His speed makes his a useful fantasy option, but […]

Jose Peraza Draws Start in Outfield

Cincinnati Reds infielder Jose Peraza is moving to the outfielder for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. Peraza normally plays second base for Cincinnati, but is shifting to the outfield against the left-handed starter. Peraza will play left field and bat fifth versus lefty Eric Lauer. Peraza is 0-for-8 through his last seven games, […]

Brian Dozier Placed on Paternity Leave List

Washington Nationals second baseman Brian Dozier (personal) has been placed on the paternity leave list on Monday. Dozier's wife went into labor, so he will miss the beginning of the upcoming series versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Adrian Sanchez has been recalled to take over the spot on the active roster. Asdrubal Cabrera will cover second […]

Max Kepler is Out of the Lineup Monday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (illness) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Kepler left Sunday's game due to illness, so that could be why he's sidelined again. Marwin Gonzalez will cover right field and bat sixth versus righty Ivan Nova. Gonzalez has been incredible with the bat […]

Zach Davies Activated, Starting on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (back) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. He was sidelined last week due to back spasms, but will return to the rotation versus the St. Louis Cardinals here. Davies has a 3.74 ERA through 23 starts with the Brewers this season. He was getting roughed […]

Jaime Barria Will Start on Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria will draw the start in the second game of the doubleheader versus the Texas Rangers on Tuesday. Barria is 4-6 with a 6.62 ERA in seven starts with the Angels this season. He isn't a reliable fantasy option and he's not worth streaming on Tuesday.

A.J. Puk to Join Athletics on Tuesday

Oakland Athletics pitcher A.J. Puk is expected to join the major league team ahead of Tuesday's game against the New York Yankees. Puk is one of the highest rated pitching prospects in baseball right now. He's posted a 4.97 ERA this season in the minors, but is coming off Tommy John surgery. He's going to […]

Mallex Smith is Back in the Lineup

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mallex Smith is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Smith was benched for a few games after making multiple mistakes on the while running the bases. He's starting in right field and batting seventh versus lefty Brendan McKay. Smith has been able to get a […]

Jose Urena Will Make Rehab Start Monday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena (back) is scheduled to make a rehab start with Double-A Jacksonville on Monday. Urena threw one inning during his last outing on Friday and is scheduled to throw one inning on Monday. He's been sidelined since the beginning of June due to back issues. It appears the Marlins are […]

Lorenzo Cain Remains Out on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Cain will miss his third straight game on Monday due to an oblique issue. The Brewers are hopeful that Cain can avoid the injured list and get back into the lineup this week. Trent Grisham […]

Tyler O'Neill Takes Batting Practice Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (wrist) is scheduled to take batting practice before Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. O'Neill has been sidelined basically all month due to a strained left wrist. He's expected to begin a rehab assignment either Tuesday or Wednesday. O'Neill should be back in the Cardinals' lineup before the end […]

Nick Senzel Scratched on Monday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (elbow) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. He was hit by a pitch during Sunday's contest and is still dealing with a sore elbow. However, he's listed as day-to-day, so he shouldn't land on the injured list. Phillip Ervin will bat […]

Jose Altuve Gets Day Off

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers. This is a normal day off for the All-Star infielder, so he should be back in the lineup on Tuesday. Jake Mayfield will cover second base and bat eighth versus righty Edwin Jackson. Mayfield is […]

Niko Goodrum is Out of the Lineup Again

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Houston Astros. Goodrum is dealing with a sore groin, but isn't expected to land on the injured list. Ronny Rodriguez will cover second base and bat seventh versus lefty Wade Miley. Rodriguez doesn't have much upside with the […]

Nelson Cruz is Activated on Monday

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz (wrist) has been activated off the 10-day injured list on Monday. He suffered a ruptured tendon in his left wrist, but was only sidelined for 10 days. He'll be back in the lineup on Monday versus righty Ivan Nova. Cruz should continue to be a reliable source of power […]

Ketel Marte Back in the Lineup Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Ketel Marte (back) will return to the lineup on Monday against the Colorado Rockies. Marte had missed the previous two games with the injury but is healthy enough to slot back into the No. 2 spot in the D-backs order. The 25-year-old faces a favorable matchup against Rockies starter Chi Chi […]

Chris Sale Shouldn't Need Tommy John Surgery

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) likely avoided Tommy John Surgery, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. Sale met with Dr. James Andrews on Monday, who confirmed inflammation in his left elbow. There is no direct timetable for his return but with how Boston's season has played out, it wouldn't be surprising for […]

Joe Ross Looks for Fourth Straight Win Monday

Washington Nationals right-hander Joe Ross will go for yet another win on Monday when he takes on the Pittsburgh Pirates on the road at PNC Park. Ross is 3-0 with a sparkling 0.50 ERA in his last three outings. However, he has only registered 11 strikeouts in 18 innings during that span. The Pirates are […]

Zac Gallen Gets Rematch With Colorado on Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen will face the Colorado Rockies for the second straight start on Monday. In his last start at Coors Field, Gallen allowed nine hits but somehow escaped with just two earned runs in four innings. Monday's matchup will be held in a much friendlier pitching environment in Arizona. The rookie righty […]

MLB DFS Top Value Plays for Monday August 19th, 2019 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Below you will find our Premium DFS value plays for August 19th, 2019. These picks will target low-priced players in the main slate. These are daily outlier value plays or lesser thought of guys. They normally lay outside of the main pool of players that […]