Luke Weaver Leaves Start Due To Forearm Tightness

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver (forearm) left his start Sunday against the San Francisco Giants due to tightness in his right forearm. The only good news is that he allowed one earned run, six hits and two walks with six strikeouts over five innings, leaving with the lead for his fantasy owners. A trainer […]

Max Kepler Homers, Drives In Four

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler had a big afternoon at the plate in a 7-0 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. Kepler went 2-for-4 with a double, a homer, and four RBI in the victory. The young outfielder is hitting .276 with 12 doubles, 12 homers, 35 runs, and 33 RBI. In the […]

Trevor Gott Lands On 10-Day Injured List

The San Francisco Giants placed relief pitcher Trevor Gott (forearm) on the 10-day injured list due to a strained right forearm. They recalled pitcher Dereck Rodriguez from Triple-A Sacramento in the corresponding move. Until recently, Gott had been the most effective reliever for the Giants, posting a 1.93 ERA until he served up three runs […]

Andrew Suarez Sent Down As Giants Turnstile Continues

The San Francisco Giants optioned starting pitcher Andrew Suarez to Triple-A Sacramento on Sunday, and they recalled reliever Sam Coonrod from the River Cats in the corresponding move. Suarez was pounded for nine runs - seven earned - and nine hits with three walks over just four innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks in his most […]

Dereck Rodriguez Might Return To Start Tuesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Dereck Rodriguez might be an option to fill an open spot in the rotation on Tuesday night in Baltimore against the Orioles. He is currently available to work in relief. Pitcher Tyler Beede also might be an option for the assignment. The only thing that is set in stone is […]

Francisco Lindor Reaches Base Three Times on Sunday

Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor reached base three times on Sunday, hitting a single and walking twice. He ended up 1-for-3 with an RBI, moving his slash line to .279/.342/.473. He got off to a slow start, but he's picked it up quite a bit recently and is worth a spot in the starting lineup […]

Taylor Clarke Tries To Cement Role In Rotation

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taylor Clarke allowed three earned runs while scattering six hits over 6 1/3 innings in a start Saturday against the San Francisco Giants, throwing 64 of his 100 pitches for strikes in just his second career major league start. He also walked three and struck out four for his first MLB […]

Oscar Mercado Hits His First Home Run on Sunday

Cleveland Indians rookie outfielder Oscar Mercado hit his first major league home run on Sunday, going 2-for-4 with a run scored and an RBI. He's been solid so far, hitting .296/.387/.519 in the first nine games of his career. He's starting to carve out some legitimate mixed league value.

Jarrod Dyson (OF, ARI) - Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 25% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Jarrod Dyson is in his tenth big league season with his third team and is putting together his best season to date hitting leadoff for the Diamondbacks. Known mostly for his speed before, Dyson has upped his walk rate five points above his career average […]

Trevor Bauer Allows Four Runs on Sunday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer was okay on Sunday, allowing four runs on five hits and a walk in six innings. He took a loss to even his record at 4-4. He struck out eight and allowed a home run, throwing 109 pitches. Bauer got off to a great start this season, but he's […]

Alex Avila To Serve As Starting Catcher Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Alex Avila will be the starting catcher for starter Zack Greinke in Monday's road game against the Colorado Rockies. Manager Torey Lovullo said he will look at what to do going forward after Monday's contest. John Ryan Murphy had been the personal catcher for Greinke previous to Monday, but he was designated […]

Tony Cingrani Experiences Setback In Rehab

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Tony Cingrani (shoulder) had a setback with his shoulder during a minor-league rehab appearance on Friday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The veteran reliever will have his shoulder checked out again. It's unfortunate for Cingrani, as he has been ramping up his activity and looking sharp, posting a 1-0 record, […]

Jaime Barria Optioned To Triple-A On Sunday

The Los Angeles Angels optioned right-handed pitcher Jaime Barria to Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday, making room for returning starting pitcher Andrew Heaney. Barria has been a disaster so far this season, turning in an ugly 8.16 ERA and 1.88 WHIP across three relief appearances and a start over 14 1/3 innings. While he has […]

Yusei Kikuchi To Make Normal Start On Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is expected to make a normal start on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels, manager Scott Servais said over the weekend. Beat writer Ryan Divish estimates Kikuchi's one-inning start is likely to come in one of his next two starts after that. The Mariners have used him in a […]

Matt Harvey Lands On 10-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Angels placed starting pitcher Matt Harvey (back) on the 10-day injured list this weekend due to an upper back strain and they recalled relief pitcher Taylor Cole from Triple-A Salt Lake to take his place on the roster. On Sunday he said he wasn't suffering from any injuries despite a decrease in […]

Jharel Cotton Continues To Make Progress

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Jharel Cotton (elbow) will have his pitch count bumped up to 60 in his minor-league rehab start with Class A Stockton (Calif.) on Tuesday. Barring any setbacks he will then move his rehab to Triple-A Las Vegas after that. He continues to make progress in his return from Tommy John surgery. […]

Stephen Piscotty Still Under The Weather

Oakland Athletics outfielder Stephen Piscotty (illness) missed his second consecutive game on Sunday against the Seattle Mariners due to illness. With Piscotty still green in the gills, rookie Skye Bolt made the start in right field and batted eighth in manager Bob Melvin's lineup. It's uncertain if he'll be ready to play on Memorial Day […]

Marco Estrada Still Not Doing Baseball Activity

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Marco Estrada (back) is still not doing baseball activity yet. However, he said Sunday that he might resume playing catch sometime next week. He had an ablation procedure on his back a month ago after a dismal start to the season. Estrada has a 6.85 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and just 11 […]

Sean Manaea To Start Throwing His Slider Soon

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sean Manaea (shoulder) said Sunday that he will start throwing his slider in his next bullpen session. In addition, he will begin to throw to hitter in live batting practice after the upcoming week. Manaea continues to progress in his rehab from shoulder surgery, but a return is not imminent. The […]

Vince Velasquez Staying In Bullpen

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Vince Velasquez will remain in the bullpen according to manager Gabe Kapler. Velasquez had been in the Injured List since May 6 and made his first appearance Friday after being activated. This means Nick Pivetta should get the call to start Tuesday vs the Cardinals. Velasquez pitched two scoreless innings with four […]

Cavan Biggio Slugs First Homer

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio hit his first career home run Sunday afternoon vs the Padres. The homer was also his first career hit as he had been 0-for-6 in his first two Big League games. Biggio was hitting .307 in Triple-A with a .949 OPS before his promotion Friday. Biggio brings elite […]

Shawn Kelley Blows Save Vs Angels

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Shawn Kelley couldn't protect a one-run lead Saturday giving up two earned runs in his second blown save of the season. Kelley retired the first batter he faced before giving up a single and double to tie the game. After recording the second out, he allowed a pop-up that landed in […]

Roberto Osuna Blows First save

Houston Astros relief pitcher Roberto Osuna blew his first save of the season Saturday night vs Boston. Osuna came into a two-run game and promptly loaded the bases with nobody out. He then gave up a two-run single to Christian Vazquez to tie the game. Osuna was able to escape the inning without any further […]

Tyler Glasnow Moved To 60-Day IL

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow (forearm) was transferred to the 60-day Injured List Sunday. The move is a disappointment to fantasy owners as there were reports last week that Glasnow was progressing nicely and beginning to throw tennis balls while rehabbing his forearm injury. Now, Glasnow won't even be eligible to return until […]

J.D. Martinez Back In Lineup

Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez (back) is batting fourth Sunday vs Justin Verlander and the Astros. Martinez has been dealing with a sore back and an illness this past week. He missed four games earlier in the week before playing Friday night then sitting Saturday. It appears the Red Sox are being conservative, […]

Alex Verdugo Won't Play on Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Alex Verdugo (back) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Verdugo left Saturday's game early due to tightness in his back. He's sitting out on Sunday due to the same reason, but should return on Monday. Enrique Hernandez will play center field and bat seventh […]

Kenta Maeda Activated, Starting Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda (thigh) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Maeda was only forced to miss 10 days with the thigh issue, so that's good news for the Dodgers. He'll draw the start against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Maeda comes into this contest with a 3.51 […]

Michael Conforto Activated, Starting Sunday

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (concussion) has been activated from the 7-day injured list on Sunday. Conforto was on the concussion list, but has been symptom free for a few days. He'll bat third and play left field versus righty Spencer Turnbull on Sunday. Veteran outfielder Rajai Davis has been designated for assignment to […]

Francisco Cervelli is Sitting Out

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli (concussion) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Cervelli was hit in the head on a backswing during Saturday's game and left with concussion symptoms. There is a good chance that Cervelli lands on the injured list. Elias Diaz will draw the start […]

Pete Alonso Getting A Breather on Sunday

New York Mets first baseman Peter Alonso (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. The slugging rookie will get the day off to rest, but will be back in there next game. Dominic Smith will play first base and bat second versus righty Spencer Turnbull. Smith is actually […]