Giancarlo Stanton Hits Off Baseball Machine

After taking his first swings since he landed on the injured list with a biceps strain last week, New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton took another step forward Wednesday. The 29-year-old took swings off a baseball machine "with intensity," according to manager Aaron Boone. Having successfully taken that step, it appears he's pulling closer towards […]

Andrew Benintendi Expected Back Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi is expected back in the starting lineup Friday as the defending champs take on the American League East-leading Tampa Bay Rays. He's been out of the lineup with a foot injury after fouling a ball off his foot Sunday. On Tuesday, he appeared with his foot wrapped, but manager […]

Tyler Skaggs Plays Long Toss

Just days after landing on the injured list with a left ankle sprain, Los Angeles Angels starter Tyler Skaggs played long toss Wednesday. It was the first step in the 27-year-old's rehab process, with positive results resulting in a potential bullpen session. Skaggs may not need any rehab starts and if all goes well, he […]

Brewers Prospect Corey Ray Lands On Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Corey Ray, currently the No. 2 ranked prospect in the Brewers farm system according to MLB Pipeline, has landed on the seven-day injured list. In an interesting move, the Brewers announced the injured list stint without announcing what the injury was, leading to much speculation. The 24-year-old Chicago native hit .237 in […]

Lonnie Chisenhall Could Begin Rehab Assignment This Week

Having suffered a broken right hand at the end of March, Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Lonnie Chisenhall is poised to begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis this weekend. The 30-year-old spent the first eight seasons of his career with the Cleveland Indians before signing with Pittsburgh in late November. He hit .206 in 14 spring […]

Kevin Newman Begins Baseball Activities

A little under a week after suffering a lacerated right ring finger and subsequently landing on the injured list, Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Kevin Newman is making strides towards a return. Newman, 25, has resumed hitting and throwing, though no timetable has been announced for his return. After a brief stint in the majors last season, […]

Sonny Gray Excellent In Loss

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Sonny Gray turned in an excellent start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday. Despite taking his third loss, Gray pitched well, allowing three runs over six innings of work while striking out nine. Gray suffered a calf contusion in his last start but the minor injury didn't cause him any issues […]

Touki Toussaint Starting Friday

The Atlanta Braves have slotted in Mike Soroka to start Thursday, meaning Touki Toussaint's start has been pushed back a day to Friday. The 22-year-old Haitian-American has made one appearance this season, going six innings and allowing just four hits and no earned runs out of the bullpen. With Sean Newcomb in the minor leagues, […]

Tyler Austin To Test Arm Wednesday

Dealing with elbow inflammation, San Francisco Giants first baseman Tyler Austin will be monitored Wednesday for a possible start. According to manager Bruce Bochy, the 27-year-old will take part in batting practice Wednesday before a decision is made. The inflammation was diagnosed over the weekend, with test results coming back clean and an injured list […]

Yusei Kikuchi's Load Management Coming Soon

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais stated Wednesday that Japanese starter Yusei Kikuchi will make a regular start on Saturday. After that, however, the 27-year-old will make one of several "short" starts in order to have him adjust to the major league schedule. After all, his time in Japan saw him pitch with more rest days, […]

Blake Snell Plays Catch Wednesday

Following a freak accident that resulted in a broken toe and subsequent injured list stint, Tampa Bay Rays ace Blake Snell had a positive step on Wednesday. The reigning American League Cy Young winner played catch at a distance of 90 feet, according to manager Kevin Cash. The 26-year-old dropped an 80-pound granite pole on […]

Trea Turner Still Without Timetable For Return

It's been 15 days since Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner broke his index finger when he got hit by a pitch. Club manager Dave Martinez told reporters Wednesday that the 25-year-old is performing all possible baseball activities that don't involve his index finger, but there is still no timetable for when he will return. Turner […]

Yoan Moncada Exits Game With Injury

Chicago White Sox second baseman Yoan Moncada exited Wednesday's game against the Kansas City Royals with an apparent head injury. The injury occurred when a ball was thrown to second and struck him on the head. Moncada, 23, seems poised for his best season in the majors to date, currently hitting .333 with five home […]

Kolten Wong Records Three More Hits on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong went 3-for-4 with a double on Wednesday, driving in a run and scoring one as well. He's off to a fast start this season, slashing .316/.437/.614. He's been hitting in the bottom third of the Cardinals lineup but figures to start moving up if he keeps hitting well. […]

Joey Wendle Plays Five Innings In Extended Spring Training

The Tampa Bay Rays are moving closer towards having one of their regulars back in the lineup. Joey Wendle, who started the club's first four games before suffering a left hamstring strain, successfully took part in an extended spring training game Wednesday. The 28-year-old played five innings, starting at second base and recording two hits […]

Michael Conforto Drills Home Run In Defeat

Runs were difficult to come by Wednesday afternoon at Citizens Bank Ballpark between the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets. Outfielder Michael Conforto opened the scoring for the road team with a solo blast in the seventh, one of two runs his club would score in a 3-2 defeat. It was his second consecutive game […]

Paul DeJong Puts Up a Four-Hit Game on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong had an excellent showing on Wednesday, smacking four singles to finish 4-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored. DeJong has gotten off to a great start this year, slashing .342/.407/.630 in the early going. He's been a streaky hitter throughout his career, but he's definitely worth owning and […]

Jordan Hicks Saves His Fourth Game on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Jordan Hicks saved his fourth game of the season on Wednesday, pitching a scoreless ninth inning. He allowed a walk and notched a strikeout. Hicks has been solid this season, posting four saves and a 2.25 ERA. He's a must-own in all formats.

Jordy Mercer Expects To Be Ready Soon

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jordy Mercer (quadriceps) ran on an elliptical machine on Wednesday and felt fine. He expects to be ready to come off the 10-day injured list around when he's eligible to return next Wednesday. Mercer is a glove-first shortstop that was hitting .233 (10-for-43) with no homers and two RBI at the time […]

Michael Wacha Picks Up His First Win With Six Strong Innings

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha picked up his first win of the season on Wednesday, pitching six solid innings. He allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out seven. It was a strong and important effort from Wacha, who had struggled mightily in his previous start. The win lowered […]

Brian Dozier Dealing With Sore Toe

Washington Nationals second baseman Brian Dozier is dealing with a sore toe after he fouled a pitch off his foot recently. He had to get the toe drained on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Martinez. It helps explain why he's not starting on Wednesday, but the Nats could also give him more time off. The […]

Zack Wheeler Goes Seven Strong Innings In Defeat

The New York Mets dropped their second consecutive game in Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon, but it wasn't because of starting pitcher Zack Wheeler. The 28-year-old went seven innings, allowing just three runs on five hits and three walks. Two home runs were responsible for the final two runs he allowed, as his offense failed to get […]

Odubel Herrera Should Be Fine

Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera left the game early on Wednesday due to a cramp in his right hamstring. The Phillies aren't very concerned. Herrera had a single and a strikeout in his two plate appearances and is now hitting .270/.319/.381 with a homer, seven runs scored and seven RBI on […]

Jacob deGrom Pushed Back With Illness

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom is dealing with strep throat and will have his next start pushed back from Friday to Saturday against the Cardinals. Jason Vargas will go on Friday. deGrom hasn't been himself in his last two starts, and maybe this has a little something to do with it. The 2018 […]

Albert Pujols On The Bench Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. Justin Bour is at first base and is hitting third, while Mike Trout remains at designated hitter and will bat second against Rangers starter Lance Lynn. The Angels are easing Trout in after he missed some games last week with […]

Arodys Vizcaino's Season Is Over

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino underwent season-ending shoulder surgery on Wednesday to repair his labrum and remove scar tissue. Vizcaino's shoulder issues date back to last season, when he was relieved of his closing duties by A.J. Minter, who now gains a bunch of fantasy value for the remainder of the season. Chad Sobotka […]

Brian Dozier, Ryan Zimmerman Sitting Wednesday

Washington Nationals second baseman Brian Dozier and first baseman Ryan Zimmerman are both out of the starting lineup on Wednesday. Howie Kendrick is at the keystone and is batting fifth, while Matt Adams gets the nod at first and is hitting cleanup against Giants starter Jeff Samardzija. Dozier (.152 average, one homer) and Zimmerman (.188 […]

Dee Gordon Resting Wednesday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. Dylan Moore will get the start at second and will hit ninth against Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco. Carrasco hasn't quite been himself to start the year, but he's a daunting matchup nevertheless. Moore also has just four hits in 23 […]

Mitch Haniger Scratched With Illness

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger was scratched from the lineup on Wednesday with an illness. Mallex Smith is in center field and is hitting leadoff against Indians starter Carlos Carrasco. Haniger has been very solid so far this year after breaking out in 2018, so hopefully he only misses this one game. Smith is hitting […]

Carlos Santana Not Playing Against Mariners

Cleveland Indians first baseman Carlos Santana is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday. Jake Bauers will play first base and hit sixth against Mariners starting pitcher Erik Swanson. Tyler Naquin is serving as the designated hitter and batting fifth. Bauers is off to a rough start with his new team, hitting .200 (10-for-50) with […]