Manny Banuelos Lands On Injured List

The Chicago White Sox placed starting pitcher Manny Banuelos (shoulder) on the 10-day injured list on Friday with a left shoulder strain and recalled reliever Jose Ruiz from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move. It'll be Banuelos' 13th career trip to the injured list, which is obviously not a positive. However, both Banuelos and manager […]

Tyson Ross Shut Down For 7-10 Days

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tyson Ross (elbow) saw two different specialists for his ulnar neuritis the last two days and they advised not throwing for seven to 10 days. It sounds like Ross isn't coming back anytime soon. The 32-year-old right-hander wasn't even pitching well before the injury, going 1-5 with a 6.11 ERA, 1.67 […]

Jordy Mercer In Holding Pattern With Quadriceps

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jordy Mercer (quadriceps) is still feeling soreness in his quadriceps when he runs in a straight line, so a rehab assignment is on hold for now. However, he continues to take ground balls and batting practice. There's no timetable for Mercer's return, but he's close. The Tigers are in no rush to […]

Nathan Eovaldi Scheduled For Bullpen Tuesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (elbow) is feeling good and is scheduled for a bullpen session on Tuesday. The hard-throwing right-hander is showing signs of progress and could join the rotation later this month if he can avoid setbacks. He has an ugly 6.00 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 16 strikeouts in 21 innings […]

Jeff McNeil Should Return Saturday

New York Mets manager Mickey Callaway is hoping that infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil (abdomen) will be able to start on Saturday. McNeil is day-to-day and struck out in his only plate appearances on Friday, so there's a good chance he's back in there on Saturday against Marlins right-hander Pablo Lopez. McNeil isn't killing it in the […]

Michael Conforto Goes On Seven-Day Injured List

The New York Mets placed catcher Michael Conforto (concussion) on the seven-day concussion injured list on Friday and designated outfielder Keon Broxton for assignment in a corresponding move. Outfielder Carlos Gomez and relief pitcher Paul Sewald were also called up from Triple-A Syracuse. Broxton was hitting .143/.208/.163 with the Mets. There's a chance Conforto could […]

Yoenis Cespedes Starts Running

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (heels) recently started running, but general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said the team is "trying to limit his explosive activity." It's a good step for his progress, but Cespedes has a long ways to go and won't be back until the second half of the season. When he's on […]

Ivan Nova Gets Rocked

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Ivan Nova had another rough outing on Friday versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Nova allowed nine runs (eight earned) on eight hits and four walks while striking out one in three innings. Nova has been disastrous this season and now owns a 7.42 ERA. Nova will look for better results […]

Kyle Schwarber Hits Sixth Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber went yard for the second time in three games Friday night against the Washington Nationals. Schwarber went yard after an at-bat that was 13 pitches against Justin Miller. The slugger finished the game 1-for-4 with three walks, three runs scored and two RBI. It was the second straight game that […]

Cole Hamels Gets His Fourth Victory

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cole Hamels allowed two runs over five innings versus the Nationals on Friday evening. Hamels also allowed seven hits, three walks and struck out five on the evening. The lefty picked up his fourth win of the season and now is 4-0 with a 3.13 ERA. Hamels will look for victory […]

Anthony Rizzo Singles In Return

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo went 1-for-5 and was hit by a pitch in his return on Friday. Rizzo had missed the teams previous four games with a back injury and the Cubs and fantasy owners were happy to welcome him back on Friday. Rizzo remains a consistent hitter at first base and is […]

Albert Almora Jr. Hits Fifth Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. hit his fifth home run of season on Friday. Almora hit his home run off of Nationals ace Max Scherzer in the top of the third to put the Cubs up 3-0 at the time. The outfielder finished the game 2-for-5 with two runs scored and two RBI. Almora […]

Willson Contreras Surpasses 2018 Home Run Total

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras went 4-for-5 with a walk on Friday against the Nationals. The catcher hit a home run with three singles and is now hitting a cool .320 with 11 home runs and 29 RBI. Contreras had a rough 2018, but has come out swinging in 2019 and has surpassed his home […]

Miles Mikolas Gets Shelled On Friday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas was hit hard on Friday night, recording only four outs while allowing seven runs on nine hits. He gave up two home runs and only got one out in the second inning before his night was mercifully brought to an end. The loss evened his record at 4-4 […]

Kris Bryant Goes Deep Three Times

Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant stayed hot on Friday versus the Nationals. The slugger went 4-for-6 with three home runs, five RBI and three runs scored. Owners who were patient with Bryant are now seeing the benefits of one of the better hitters in the game when he is healthy. Bryant is now hitting […]

Hector Neris Earns Sixth Save

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Hector Neris pitched a clean ninth inning with a strikeout to earn his sixth save of the season Friday vs the Rockies. It was only his second appearance since May 3. Phillies manager Gabe Kapler has made it clear he won't pick one guy as a closer but Neris is as […]

Cole Irvin Earns Second Win

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Irvin gave up three runs in six innings to earn his second win in as many starts. Irvin gave up five hits walked one in the quality start. Despite his early success, he is not someone fantasy owners need to rush to pick up. In 13 major league innings, he […]

Aaron Sanchez Exits Early on Friday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Aaron Sanchez (finger) was removed after the third inning in Friday's game against the White Sox with a right middle finger blister. Sanchez has a history of blister issues, as he was limited to 36 innings in 2017 and 105 innings this past season. With the Blue Jays recently sending […]

Cal Quantrill Returning To Bigs On Sunday

San Diego Padres starter Cal Quantrill will start Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Quantrill returns from Triple-A, where he’s spent the last two weeks after making two spot starts earlier in May. The team has not announced a corresponding roster move. The 24-year-old rookie posted a 3.60 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 7.2 K/9 in 10 […]

Jose Altuve Could Return Next Week

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) is hopeful that he'll be able to resume baseball activities in a few days. The Astros are going to wait and see how he feels after doing activities before they decide when he'll be ready to return. Altuve is eligible to be activated next Tuesday, so hopefully he […]

Trevor Williams Placed on 10-Day Injured List

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Trevor Williams (side) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Williams left during Thursday's start after going just 3 2/3 innings of work. The injury is being called a right side strain and it appears he could be sidelined for quite some time. It's unclear who is going to take […]

Mike Moustakas is Out of the Lineup

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The Brewers are facing a lefty pitcher, so they decided to play matchups and go with a right-handed batter. Hernan Perez will bat sixth and play third base versus Max Fried. Perez can be avoided […]

Niko Goodrum is Scratched on Friday

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday. Goodrum is dealing with flu-like symptoms, so he'll get the night off. Gordon Beckham will bat leadoff and play shortstop versus righty Frankie Montas. Beckham is in a favorable part of the order, but hitters are […]

Jackie Bradley Jr. is Out of the Lineup on Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros. Bradley has been awful with the bat this season, so the Red Sox are looking to shake up their lineup. J.D. Martinez will bat third and play right field, while Eduardo Nunez serves as […]

Kevin Kiermaier Sitting Versus Lefty

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. Kiermaier is getting the day off against the left-handed starter. Guillermo Heredia will draw the start in center field and bat ninth versus lefty CC Sabathia. Heredia doesn't have enough upside with the bat […]

Daniel Murphy is Absent on Friday

Colorado Rockies first baseman Daniel Murphy (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rockies will play matchups and go with the right-handed bat against the lefty starter. Mark Reynolds will draw the start at first base and bat cleanup versus lefty Cole Irvin. Reynolds hasn't done enough […]

Adam Eaton is Out Against Lefty

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (rest) is out of the starting lineup against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This is not a surprising move as the Nats are facing veteran left-hander Cole Hamels. Michael A. Taylor will draw the start in center field and bat eighth against Hamels. Taylor can be ignored in fantasy contests.

Trevor Story is Back in the Lineup

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Story left Wednesday's game due to a bruised left knee. The Rockies didn't play on Thursday, so Story is refreshed and ready to roll in this contest. He'll bat second and play shortstop versus lefty Cole […]

David Price on Track to Return Monday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (elbow) is on track to return to the starting rotation against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. Price has been making solid progress, and there was some hope that he could even return this weekend. He's been sidelined the last two weeks due to elbow tendinitis. Fantasy owners […]

Nicky Lopez (SS, KC) - Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 14% of leagues ANALYSIS: Less heralded than many of the other prospects who debuted this week, Nicky Lopez is nonetheless an intriguing addition for fantasy owners. The 24-year-old's calling card throughout his minor league career has been excellent contact ability and plate discipline. He cranked those attributes to […]