Javier Baez Crushes Home Run

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez went 2-for-5 with two runs scored and two RBI on Wednesday versus the Rockies. Baez hit his 17th home run on the season and now has 46 RBI to go along with a .297 batting average and a .907 OPS. Baez remains one of the most exciting players in the […]

Jason Heyward Knocks In A Pair Of Runs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward went 2-for-4 with a walk, run scored and two RBI. Heyward started the season, but cooled off and is now heating up again. The outfielder is now ten for his last 29, but only has one home run and five RBI over that span. Heyward doesn’t warrant much attention outside […]

Jarrod Dyson is Out on Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The speedy outfielder will get a routine day off here. Ketel Marte will bat leadoff and cover center field versus righty Zach Eflin. Marte is a strong DFS option and will likely be popular in many […]

Bryce Harper Gets Day Off on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This will be the first off day of the season for Harper, but with the Phillies off on Thursday, Harper gets two days to rest. Nick Williams will draw the start in right field and bat […]

Jordan Lyles Scheduled To Throw Bullpen Session This Weekend

Pittsburgh Pirates starter Jordan Lyles (hamstring) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session over the weekend in Miami as he attempts to return from a strain in his left hamstring. Lyles was placed on the injured list Monday and should be activated once eligible to be activated.

Jameson Taillon Progresses In Rehabilitation

Pittsburgh Pirates starter Jameson Taillon (right elbow) showed progress in his rehabilitation on Wednesday, increasing the range of motion in his exercises. Taillon has not played since May 1st due to a flexor strain in his throwing elbow. Despite the good news, there is still no timetable for Taillon's return.

Zach Plesac Struggles on Wednesday Afternoon

Cleveland Indians rookie starting pitcher Zach Plesac struggled on Wednesday afternoon against the Reds, allowing four runs on five hits and two walks in 5 1/3 innings. He took the loss, falling to 1-2 despite two strong previous outings. Plesac allowed two runs in the first before keeping the Reds off the board until the […]

Lewis Brinson Showing Signs Of Life In Triple-A

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson is giving team management a reason to take notice. Since he was sent down, the 25-year-old former top-20 prospect has hit .277/.369/.454 with five home runs, 19 runs, 26 RBI and six stolen bases across 36 games with Triple-A New Orleans. This is a welcome sight after Brinson managed to […]

Eugenio Suarez Launches 15th Homer

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in a 7-2 win over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday. Suarez has been scuffling at the plate of late, hitting just .129 over his past seven games. Hopefully the homer on Wednesday will kickstart his bat for fantasy owners going forward. Despite the […]

Anthony DeSclafani Wins Third Game

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Anthony DeSclafani pitched well in a 7-2 win over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday. DeSclafani held Cleveland to two runs over 5 2/3 innings of work while striking out two and walking two. The veteran right-hander has had an up-and-down season but appears to be on an upswing of late, having allowed […]

Carson Kelly Worth a Look at Catcher

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly has been heating up lately and could be worth a look in mixed leagues. In his last 10 games, Kelly is hitting .333 with three home runs and eight RBI. Considering how thin the catcher position is, the 24-year-old is putting up very respectable numbers this season with a .264 […]

Merrill Kelly Looks to Toss Another Quality Start Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly will look to make it three straight quality starts on Wednesday when he takes on the Philadelphia Phillies. Kelly has gone at least seven innings in back-to-back starts and is 2-0 with a 1.27 ERA in the process. On Wednesday he will face a right-handed heavy Phillies team, albeit in […]

Joey Votto Leaves Game With Back Stiffness

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto was removed from Wednesday's game due to back stiffness. Votto was having a good day at the plate before being removed, going 1-for-2 with a solo home run off Cleveland starter Zach Plesac. There's no word yet as to the extent of his injury, but the Reds do have […]

Setback For Nathan Eovaldi Not Viewed As Long-Term

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi's (elbow) latest setback is not viewed as anything serious, according to Red Sox manager Alex Cora. "No. Unfortunately, it’s longer than we’d like. The longer he’s out, the longer it takes to build back. But no, not long term." Eovaldi, who has been out since April 17, was […]

Hunter Renfroe A "Popular" Trade Candidate

San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe is garnering trade interest, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. While speculation is nothing unordinary for the 27-year-old slugger, Renfroe’s value has arguably never been higher. Previously projected as a platoon player against left-handed pitching with subpar defense, Renfroe has emerged this season with 18 homers and an .879 […]

Steve Cishek Carted Off Field While Warming Up

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Steve Cishek (leg) was carted off the field Wednesday during warm-ups. Cishek's right leg was hit by a ball, which doesn't sound like much, but it was enough to warrant him being carted off the field. There's no word yet on the severity of the injury, but this doesn't look good. Further […]

Chris Rusin Clears Waivers, Sent To Triple-A

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Chris Rusin has cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque. Rusin allowed four runs over his two appearances (one inning) this season. The 32-year-old had solid numbers in 2017, posting a 2.65 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with 71 strikeouts over 85 innings, but fell off last season and looks […]

Blue Jays Call Up Jordan Romano

The Toronto Blue Jays called up relief pitcher Jordan Romano from Triple-A on Wednesday. The Canadian pitcher was selected in the Rule 5 draft by the Texas Rangers over the winter but was ultimately sent back to Toronto, as he didn't crack the Opening Day roster. Romano holds an ugly 6.10 ERA and 1.35 WHIP […]

Bo Bichette Expected To Return Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop prospect Bo Bichette (hand) is expected to rejoin the Buffalo Bisons Thursday after being sidelined with a broken hand for over a month. The Blue Jays No. 2 overall prospect was having a somewhat slow start to the season, batting just .245/.317/.396 with one home run and three steals over eight […]

Mike Shawaryn To Continue To Pitch In Relief Role

Boston Red Sox pitcher Mike Shawaryn will continue to pitch out of a relief role, according to manager Alex Cora. Shawaryn, who pitched through the minor leagues as a starter, has pitched well so far in a limited amount of work, compiling 11 strikeouts over six innings to go along with a 2.65 FIP. If […]

A.J. Puk Returns From Injury

Oakland Athletics pitching prospect A.J. Puk returned from Tommy John surgery on Tuesday to pitch two innings for High-A Stockton. Puk allowed a home run and that was his only hit allowed on the evening. The lefty also allowed a walk and struck out two batters. The A’s have every reason to bring the talented […]

Willie Calhoun to Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Nashville on Thursday. Calhoun has been out with a left quad strain since May 22. After struggling last season, Calhoun was red-hot to start his 2019 campaign, hitting .435/.458/.739 in 24 plate appearances after his May 15 call-up. Calhoun should have been stashed […]

Jesus Luzardo Pitches Well In Return

Oakland Athletics pitching prospect Jesus Luzardo returned to action on Tuesday after missing the entire season so far with a shoulder injury. Luzardo threw three innings for High-A Stockton and allowed a pair of hits, zero runs, zero walks and struck out two on evening. Luzardo was a big a name coming into fantasy drafts […]

Matt Adams Will Avoid IL, Ryan Zimmerman Improving

Washington Nationals first baseman Matt Adams, who strained his left oblique on Monday, will not be placed on the injured list, while first baseman Ryan Zimmerman took batting practice Tuesday. The Nationals have a day off Wednesday and so could move Adams Thursday if determined that's what's needed, but he's on the active roster for […]

Daniel Murphy Out Wednesday

Colorado Rockies first baseman Daniel Murphy is not in the lineup for Wednesday's home matchup against the Chicago Cubs. It appears to be a standard day off for the 34-year-old. Murphy has worked his season batting average up from .171 to .271 since May 21 but sits against left-handed Chicago starting pitcher Cole Hamels. Mark […]

David Bote Batting Second With Kris Bryant Out

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote is batting second for the first time this season as third baseman Kris Bryant (ankle) sits for the second time in three days. Bote also takes Bryant's third base fielding position. The Cubs are at Coors Field and facing Rockies starting pitcher Antonio Senzatela, who has a 4.95 ERA and […]

Willson Contreras Absent From Wednesday’s Lineup

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras will rest Wednesday versus the Colorado Rockies. The Cubs had a night game on Tuesday and an afternoon game on Wednesday, so it’s no surprise that Contreras has the day off. Victor Caratini will replace Contreras and bat sixth versus Antonio Senzatela. Caratini is an affordable option for DFS on […]

Kris Bryant Gets A Breather

Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant will sit Wednesday versus the Colorado Rockies. It’s just a routine day off for the slugger and David Bote will replace him. Bote will bat second versus Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela. Bote is an intriguing option for DFS on Wednesday. Bryant should be back in the lineup on Thursday […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. Back in Lineup Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. returns to the team's lineup on Wednesday after a day off Tuesday. Bradley will bat eighth, his usual spot this season, as Marco Hernandez returns to the bench and the Red Sox return to their current standard lineup. After a horrendous start to the season, Bradley is hitting […]

Yankees Option Stephen Tarpley

The New York Yankees optioned relief pitcher Stephen Tarpley to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday. Tarpley, who has had three MLB stints this season and had just been called up on June 9, struck out the side in the tenth inning that day to earn his first career save. However, after a run Tuesday, his ERA […]