Edwin Encarnacion Has Soreness In Hand

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion was scratched from the lineup Tuesday night due to soreness in his left hand. The move was strictly precautionary, and he could be back in the lineup on Thursday after the off day on Wednesday. The veteran slugger has five hits in his first 21 at-bats (.238) with a […]

Masahiro Tanaka Has Strong Start, Earns No-Decision

Making his second start of the season, Masahiro Tanaka delivered the New York Yankees another quality performance. The 30-year-old went 6 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on eight hits. He would strike out seven Tigers without walking a single batter. While it was a strong start, his offense only mustered one run, meaning he […]

Shawn Armstrong Could Return Next Homestand

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Shawn Armstrong (oblique) will make a few minor league rehab outings and could return from the injured list on the team's next homestand. With closer Hunter Strickland (lat) out two months, Seattle's save's picture is wide open and includes arms like Chasen Bradford, Roenis Elias, Matthew Festa, Cory Gearrin, Nick Rumbelow […]

Aroldis Chapman Stumbles, Takes Loss

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman was faced with a non-save situation Tuesday night in the Bronx. The Cuban native entered in the ninth inning of a tied game and ominously allowed a leadoff walk before a double quickly put the Detroit Tigers ahead. He would allow a second run before escaping, getting tagged with […]

Todd Frazier To Start Rehab Assignment Thursday

New York Mets corner infielder Todd Frazier (oblique) will start a rehab assignment with High-A St. Lucie on Thursday. Frazier could be ready to return from the injured list sometime next week if everything goes according to plan. With rookie first baseman Peter Alonso raking so far, though, it's fair to wonder how much Frazier […]

Brandon Nimmo Hit In The Hand By Pitch, Exits Game

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo was removed from Tuesday's game against the Marlins after being hit in the hand by a pitch. He was replaced in left field by Keon Broxton. Nimmo was 2-for-21 entering Tuesday's game, but he is one of the young stars on this Mets team, so losing him would present […]

Eugenio Suarez Turns In Big Game Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez turned in a big game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. Suarez went 2-for-3 with a double, a solo homer, two RBI, and a walk. It represents a positive step forward for Suarez, who had just one hit in 10 at-bats coming into the game. Suarez is coming off […]

Anthony DeSclafani Impressive In Tuesday Start

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Anthony DeSclafani turned in a solid start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. DeSclafani, making his season debut, held the Brewers to one run over five innings while racking up eight strikeouts and walking three. He had to settle for a no-decision as his bullpen promptly coughed up three runs in the […]

Blue Jays Release Bud Norris From Minor League Deal

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Bud Norris was released from his minor league contract on Tuesday, reports Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. Norris made three appearances with the Jays in spring training but the team kept him in extended spring training to get more work. The team was out of space on the 25-man roster after […]

Jordan Zimmermann Turns In Another Strong Outing

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann had another nice day on the hill Tuesday, holding the Yankees to one run on six hits while striking out six in 6 2/3 innings of work. The quality start for Zimmermann comes on the heels of an Opening Day start in which he carried a no-hitter into the […]

Dustin Peterson Makes First MLB Hit A Game-Winner

Detroit Tigers outfielder Dustin Peterson got his first career hit Tuesday, and it was a big one. The rookie lined a double off Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman to drive in Niko Goodrum, giving the Tigers a 2-1 lead in the top of the ninth. Peterson would then come around to score an insurance run for […]

Dustin Pedroia Plays Entire Minor League Game Tuesday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) played all nine innings of a minor league spring training game on Tuesday. According to manager Alex Cora, the 35-year-old made some diving plays at second and reported feeling "fine" afterwards. Offensively, Cora said Pedroia had three quality at-bats in four tries. Now the plan is for […]

Matt Adams Exits Game

Washington Nationals first baseman Matt Adams left Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Phillies when Ryan Zimmerman pinch hit for him in the fourth inning. Adams, who was making his first start of the season, took a fall attempting to make a catch in foul territory in the first inning but remained in the game […]

Kevin Pillar Could Start In Right Field For San Francisco

Newly acquired San Francisco Giants outfielder Kevin Pillar will likely start in right field on Wednesday, reports Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic. Pillar was acquired from Toronto for infielder Alen Hanson, relief pitcher Derek Law and prospect Juan DePaula. At 30, Pillar has always been known for his defensive prowess but from a fantasy perspective, he's fit […]

Edwin Encarnacion Scratched From Lineup

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the Los Angeles Angels. No reason was given for his removal, but he will be replaced by left-handed hitting Daniel Vogelbach, who will bat eighth. Vogelbach is hitless in just seven at-bats this season, but he hit four home runs in 37 games […]

Daniel Robertson Leaves Game With Illness

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Daniel Robertson (illness) was removed during the second inning of Tuesday's game against Colorado. The team announced the illness but did not disclose any more about the departure. He was pinch hit for by infielder Brandon Lowe. The Rays have already dealt with injury in the infield, placing Matt Duffy […]

Chris Sale Looking To Right The Ship On Tuesday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale will toe the rubber against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night. His Opening Day start last Thursday went sour fast, as he went just three innings, allowed seven runs on six hits, struck out just four and walked three in a 12-4 loss to Seattle. Noticeably, his pitch […]

Trea Turner Hit By Pitch, Exits Game

Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner was hit on the right hand by a Zach Eflin fastball and was forced to exit in the bottom of the first inning Tuesday night. Since Turner was attempting to bunt, he didn't even reach base. Wilmer Difo came in to replace him. The Nationals will not make injury updates […]

Franmil Reyes Sits Tuesday, Franchy Cordero Will Bat Fifth

San Diego Padres outfielder Franmil Reyes won't be in Tuesday's lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Reyes has just one hit in 15 plate appearances this season. In his place, 24-year-old Franchy Cordero will get the start in right field. Cordero has just eight plate appearances in the season's first week, tallying two hits and one […]

Randal Grichuk Agrees To Five-Year, $52 Million Extension

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk has agreed to a five-year, $52 million extension with the team, reports Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. The extension will buy out three of the 27-year-old's free-agent years. This news falls on the same day the Blue Jays traded away veteran Kevin Pillar to San Francisco, ensuring that the Blue […]

German Marquez Agrees To Five-Year, $43 Million Extension

Colorado Rockies starter German Marquez agreed to a five-year, $43 million contact extension on Tuesday, per Jeff Passan. The extension has a club option that can become a mutual option if Marquez manages two top-three Cy Young finishes. The 24-year-old has become the headliner on the Rockies' staff after posting a 25-18 record over the […]

Rich Hill To Throw Bullpen Session On Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers starter Rich Hill (knee) will throw a bullpen session on Saturday. The veteran left-hander was expected to start throwing sometime next week, so this is a welcomed sign for fantasy managers. The 39-year-old is definitely injury prone, but he still managed an 11-5 record last season to go along with a 3.55 […]

Chad Pinder Scratched, Kendrys Morales In Tuesday's Lineup

Oakland Athletics outfielder Chad Pinder was a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup. The reason for the decision is currently unknown. The 27-year-old was 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI during a win over the Boston Red Sox on Monday, but he has batted just .238 through six games this season. Kendrys Morales will draw […]

Justin Bour Absent From Tuesday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Justin Bour will be on the bench for Tuesday's contest against Marco Gonzales and the Seattle Mariners. Bour has been abysmal to start the season, carrying a .056 average and one RBI through 21 plate appearances. Andrelton Simmons will move up to third in the lineup behind Mike Trout while […]

JaCoby Jones Nearing Rehab Assignment

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones (shoulder) will need to go on a minor league rehab assignment before returning to the team. Jones injured himself towards the end of spring training and will start taking batting practice in the coming days. The 28-year-old batted .207 across 429 at-bats last season to go along with 11 home […]

Joc Pederson Out Of Tuesday's Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson will sit out for the second day in a row on Tuesday against Madison Bumgarner and the San Francisco Giants. Pederson had a scorching hot start to the season after going 7-for-15 with three home runs and five RBI in four games. In his absence, Chris Taylor will get […]

Randal Grichuk Out Of The Lineup On Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk will get the day off on Tuesday night when his team faces Andrew Cashner and the Baltimore Orioles. Grichuk picked up his first two hits of the season on Monday night, including a two-run home run. In his absence, Anthony Alford will make his 2019 debut and bat seventh. […]

Travis d'Arnaud Starting Minor-League Assignment On Thursday

New York Mets catcher Travis D'Arnaud (elbow) will start a rehab assignment with High-A St. Lucie on Thursday. d'Arnaud is in the final stretch of his recovery from a Tommy John operation. With Wilson Ramos now behind the plate, d'Arnaud will be relegated to the bench more often than not. He is a fantasy afterthought […]

Michael Taylor Beginning Minor-League Assignment On Friday

Washington Nationals outfielder Michael Taylor (knee) is making progress in his recovery from a left knee injury he suffered at the end of spring training. The 28-year-old is set to begin a minor-league rehab assignment on Friday at Double-A Harrisburg. Taylor has slight fantasy upside due to his tantalizing speed, and he should return to […]

Howie Kendrick Could Return Thursday

Washington Nationals second baseman Howie Kendrick (hamstring) is taking batting practice on Tuesday, and manager Dave Martinez said that the veteran infielder could come off the injured list when eligible on Thursday without going on a minor league rehab assignment. Kendrick will give the Nats a nice veteran presence as a utility infielder, but he […]