Jed Lowrie Won't Be Activated Friday

New York Mets third baseman Jed Lowrie (knee) won't be activated from the injured list on Friday. Instead, he'll play for Triple-A Syracuse over the weekend and the Mets will re-evaluate him for next week. Those who have stashed the veteran infielder will have to wait a few more days. Lowrie isn't hitting the ball […]

Max Fried On Track To Start Sunday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (hand) threw a successful side session on Thursday and will start on Sunday against the Diamondbacks, barring an unexpected setback. Fried was hit by a comebacker in his start on Tuesday, but he appears to be fine. The left-hander has been a pleasant story for Atlanta this year, going […]

Dee Gordon Injured Thursday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon (wrist) left the game early on Thursday after being hit by a pitch on his right wrist. Gordon was hitless in two plate appearances with a walk and was also caught stealing before his injury. His fantasy value has increased now that he's hitting leadoff most days with Mallex […]

Andrew Stevenson Goes On Injured List

The Washington Nationals placed outfielder Andrew Stevenson (back) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with back spasms. In corresponding moves, Gerardo Parra was added to the active roster and relief pitcher Jimmy Cordero was designated for assignment. Stevenson had three hits in his 12 at-bats as a bench option for Washington, and he's unlikely […]

Taylor Clarke Optioned, Jon Duplantier Recalled

The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned starting pitcher Taylor Clarke to Triple-A Reno on Thursday and recalled pitcher Jon Duplantier from Reno in a corresponding move. The team's No. 10 prospect makes way for Arizona's No. 2 prospect, although Duplantier is expected to work in long relief. With a fifth starter needed Sunday against the Braves, it's […]

Yu Darvish Continues To Struggle With Control

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish gave up one earned run but walked six batters in four innings pitched versus the Marlins on Thursday. Darvish now sports a 17.8 percent walk rate, which is by far the worst rate in the majors among qualified pitchers. He's walked at least three batters in all but one […]

Jed Lowrie Not A Lock To Return Friday

It's not a lock that New York Mets third baseman Jed Lowrie (knee) will return from the injured list on Friday. Team officials are still discussing whether Lowrie is ready or if he'll benefit from more rehab games. At worst, Lowrie will probably return early next week. The 35-year-old switch-hitter has just two hits in […]

Raisel Iglesias Collects Seventh Save

Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias pitched a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday to collect his seventh save of the season. It wasn't easy for Iglesias, who allowed a walk and a double but induced a pop-up with the tying run on second to secure the win for the Reds. It's been a disappointing season for Iglesias, who […]

David Freese is At First Base on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder David Freese normally plays off the bench for the Dodgers and doesn't have much fantasy value. However, he's batting cleanup and playing first base against lefty Patrick Corbin on Thursday. Freese does have a good history against left-handed starters, and he's in a favorable part of the batting order. He's a […]

Logan Forsythe is Sitting Out on Thursday

Texas Rangers infielder Logan Forsythe (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Houston Astros. Ronald Guzman (hamstring) has been activated off the 10-day injured list, so that is going to cut into Forsythe's playing time. Anyone who owns Forsythe should start looking for another option. Guzman will bat eighth and […]

Khris Davis Will Hopefully Return Friday

Oakland Athletics designated hitter Khris Davis (hip) is hopefully going to be ready for Friday's contest, according to manager Bob Melvin. Davis sat out of Thursday's game after aggravating his hip injury on Wednesday. Kendrys Morales has been filling in at DH, but he'll likely be cut or benched once Davis is back healthy.

Michael Brantley Won't Play on Thursday

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers. This appears to be a routine day off, so Brantley will be back next game most likely. Josh Reddick will bat eighth and play left field versus lefty Mike Minor. Reddick won't be a reliable option […]

Ronald Guzman is Activated on Thursday

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Guzman was out of the lineup for over a month due to a hamstring strain. He will bat eighth and play first base versus lefty Wade Miley. Guzman could be a standard league option for owners needing help […]

Wei-Chieh Huang Recalled on Thursday

Texas Rangers pitcher Wei-Chieh Huang has been recalled from Triple-A on Thursday. Righty reliever Shawn Kelley (illness) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Huang has been recalled in a corresponding move. He was knocked around during an early stint with the team, but Huang is expected to work in middle relief. Jose Leclerc […]

Carlos Martinez Could Be Ready in Two Weeks

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez (shoulder) could be ready in 10 to 14 days, according to manager Mike Shildt. Martinez made his second rehab appearance on Wednesday and looked strong. He will make at least one more start on Friday, but could return to the Red Birds after that. However, Martinez is going to […]

Shawn Kelley Lands on Injured List

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Shawn Kelley (illness) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Kelley was serving as the closer for Texas after Jose Leclerc was demoted from the position. Chris Martin or Leclerc will be asked to fill in with Kelley sidelined. Martin is the better option since Leclerc has already failed to […]

Aaron Judge Not Doing Baseball Activities

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (oblique) still isn't doing any baseball activities, but manager Aaron Boone said he feels that Judge is "making good improvements every day." The slugging outfielder is unlikely to return until sometime in June, so fantasy owners will just have to stay patient. The good news is that the Bombers […]

Steven Matz Goes On Injured List, Dominic Smith Recalled

The New York Mets placed starting pitcher Steven Matz (forearm) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with radial nerve discomfort in his arm and recalled first baseman Dominic Smith from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. Matz received an injection this week and is hoping to only miss a start or two, so he […]

Giovanny Urshela Available Thursday

New York Yankees infielder Giovanny Urshela (knee) said he will be available on Thursday if needed. He's dealing with some inflammation in his left knee after fouling a ball off of it on Wednesday, but the pain isn't as intense as it was Wednesday night. There's a good chance he'll be able to return to […]

Aaron Hicks Expected To Return Monday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) will play three games with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this weekend and is expected to be activated from the injured list on Monday. He will be making his season debut after slashing .248/.366/.467 with a career-high 27 home runs, 79 RBI and 11 stolen bases in 137 games for the […]

Jesse Winker Out With Quad Tightness

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker (quadriceps) is out of the lineup on Thursday with left quadriceps tightness, but he is available to pinch hit. Manager David Bell and Winker think that he'll be back in the lineup on Friday. It explains why Winker has been out the last few games. The 25-year-old left-handed swinger is […]

Eloy Jimenez Traveling With Team

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (ankle) will travel with the team to Toronto, and a decision on a rehab assignment will come after that series this weekend. He could return to the team late next week if everything goes according to plan. The 22-year-old phenom was hitting .241 (19-for-79) with three home runs and […]

Buster Posey Expects To Return In A Week

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (concussion) expects to be back catching when his seven days on the concussion injured list are up. He took a foul tip off his mask on Sunday and wasn't feeling better after a couple of days. Posey's fantasy owners hope his stay on the injured list will be short. […]

Albert Pujols Drives In 2,000th Career Run With Solo Homer

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols became the third player in MLB history to record 2,000 RBI with a solo home run Thursday off Tigers starting pitcher Ryan Carpenter. Pujols joins Hank Aaron and Alex Rodriguez as the only players to reach the 2,000-RBI mark. Now a shell of his former self, Pujols is […]

Jay Bruce Benched Against Left-Hander

Seattle Mariners first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against Yankees left-handed starting pitcher J.A. Happ. Mitch Haniger is in right field and is batting second, while Braden Bishop is in center field and hitting ninth. Haniger is usually a fine daily pick, and he's hitting .320/.485/.560 with a homer […]

Aaron Hicks Takes BP In Yankee Stadium

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) was seen taking batting practice on Thursday afternoon prior to the Yankees home tilt with Seattle. Hicks has been sidelined since spring training with a lower-back injury. After playing three rehab games with Single-A Tampa, Hicks has returned to New York to be with the big club, presumably being […]

Luke Voit, Giovanny Urshela Out Thursday

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit and infielder Giovanny Urshela (knee) are not in the starting lineup on Thursday. Urshela is day-to-day after fouling a ball off his knee on Wednesday. DJ LeMahieu is at first base and is hitting leadoff, while Miguel Andujar will play the hot corner and hit sixth against Mariners […]

Gregory Soto To Start On Saturday

The Detroit Tigers will recall starting pitcher Gregory Soto from Double-A Erie in order to start one of the games of a doubleheader against the Twins on Saturday, according to the Erie Times-News. The 24-year-old left-hander, the team's No. 26 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has a 3.12 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 8.8 K/9 in four […]

A's To Give Mike Fiers An Extra Day Off After No-Hitter

The Oakland A's announced on Thursday that starting pitcher Mike Fiers will be given an extra day of rest after his 134-pitch no-hitter Tuesday against the Reds. Fiers was in line to start Sunday at home against the Cleveland Indians. However, with the added day off, Fiers will now toe the rubber in Seattle against […]

Mark Canha To Begin Rehab Assignment Friday

Oakland Athletics first baseman/outfielder Mark Canha (wrist) thinks that he will begin his minor league rehab assignment on Friday. The 30-year-old has only eight hits in 40 at-bats (.200) with two home runs and four RBI so far this year before his injury. With Matt Olson back from a fractured hamate bone in his hand, […]