Christian Yelich Homers Again Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich went 2-for-3 with another home run, two runs and a walk in Friday's loss to the Cardinals. Yelich is crushing the baseball right now and is easing the minds of owners who spent first-round draft capital on him. As of now, Yelich is proving his MVP level of power was […]

Jacob Barnes Rocked In Friday's Loss

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Jacob Barnes gave up three runs on three hits through his one inning of relief in Friday's loss to the Cardinals. Barnes was a potential candidate for saves while Jeremy Jeffress and Corey Knebel were out, but this outing may influence that. Barnes was given chances and saves last season and didn't […]

Ryan Braun Homers In Loss Friday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Friday's loss to the Cardinals. With his age and injury history, Braun is unlikely to play every day. However, in a league with daily lineup changes he is still very valuable while healthy.

Freddy Peralta Shaky In 2019 Debut

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta gave up four runs on six hits and three walks through three innings during Friday's loss to the Cardinals. Peralta is only 22 years old and still has a lot of upside, even though Friday's game was discouraging. With an elite strikeout rate and a starting job for a […]

Michael A. Taylor, Howie Kendrick Rehabbing In Florida

Washington Nationals outfielder Michael A. Taylor (hip, knee) and second baseman Howie Kendrick (hamstring) continue to rehab at the team's spring training complex in Florida. Kendrick has taken at-bats in a minor league game without running, while Taylor is taking part in light baseball activities such as hitting off a tee, soft toss, light throwing […]

Francisco Lindor Seeking Second Opinion

Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor (ankle) is seeking a second opinion on his acute left ankle sprain from Dr. Robert Anderson in Wisconsin before the team releases an official timetable for his return. Lindor suffered the ankle sprain on Tuesday in a minor league game and will miss more time now. The All-Star shortstop was […]

Mitch Moreland Belts Pinch-Hit Game-Winner Friday

Boston Red Sox first baseman Mitch Moreland hit a go-ahead three-run home run in the ninth inning off Hunter Strickland on Friday. Moreland didn’t get the start in this one, as manager Alex Cora opted to start Sam Travis with Steve Pearce (calf) starting the season on the injured list. This will be the challenge with owning […]

Jake Bauers, Tyler Naquin To Be Outfield Regulars

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona has decided that outfielders Jake Bauers and Tyler Naquin will open the season as regulars in the corner outfield spots. Still, both left-handed bats could see time off occasionally against southpaw pitchers, and Naquin could see more time hitting in the No. 3 spot until the team is back to […]

Hunter Strickland Blows Save, Leaves With Possible Injury

Seattle Mariners closer Hunter Strickland had a night to forget as he blew the team's 6-4 lead in the ninth inning Friday. Strickland served up a double and then beaned a batter to begin the inning and appeared to have an injury issue afterward. The team's trainer was called to the mound to examine Strickland […]

Carlos Martinez Throwing More Aggressively

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (shoulder) has been playing "more aggressive, longer catch" on flat ground this week, according to manager Mike Shildt. The right-hander's next step will to resume throwing off a mound. The Cardinals are expected to decide whether Martinez will return as a starter or reliever by mid-April. Martinez has […]

Jedd Gyorko Expected To Be Ready Next Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Jedd Gyorko (calf) has declared himself healthy and ready to return, but he isn't eligible to come off the injured list until next Thursday ahead of the home opener. Gyorko was out for the final three weeks of spring training but has been getting at-bats in minor league games in Florida. […]

Omar Narvaez Goes Deep In Loss

Seattle Mariners catcher Omar Narvaez launched a solo homer off of Red Sox starter Nathan Eovaldi in Friday's contest. It was the first of the year for the backstop as he finished the night going 2-for-4 with two runs and an RBI. Narvaez is in line for the lion's share of playing time behind the […]

Mallex Smith Stuffs Stat Sheet Friday

Seattle Mariners center fielder Mallex Smith had an impactful day as the team's leadoff hitter in Friday's contest versus the Red Sox. He took Nathan Eovaldi deep in the first inning and picked up a walk and a stolen base in his 1-for-3 night. Smith was also robbed of extra bases by Jackie Bradley Jr. […]

Yusei Kikuchi Posts Quality Start Against Red Sox

Seattle Mariners starter Yusei Kikuchi had a quality outing in his second major league game Friday night against the Red Sox. He gave up two earned runs and picked up five K's as he scattered four hits and no walks over six complete innings of work. The southpaw served up a pair of long balls […]

Astros Targeting Sunday Return For Carlos Correa

The Houston Astros are targeting a Sunday return for shortstop Carlos Correa (neck) in the series finale against the Rays. The All-Star was out for the second straight regular season game on Friday due to a neck strain suffered a week ago. Correa did pre-game drills on Friday but didn't swing a bat. He will […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (3/31/19): MLB DFS Lineups

As always, our Sunday slate starts early (1 PM EST), so make sure you're double checking your lineups before lock! We have a nice nine game slate, though, giving us plenty of options to choose from. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy baseball lineup picks for DraftKings on 3/31/19. The […]

Lorenzo Cain's Thumb Is Fine

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain jammed his left thumb when he was caught stealing in Friday's loss to the Cardinals, but he is OK and no X-rays were required. The injury doesn't seem serious at all, so Cain should be back in the lineup on Saturday. He's a must-start in all season-long leagues and is […]

Maikel Franco (3B, PHI) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ team leagues OWNED IN: 23% of leagues ANALYSIS: Franco hit .270/.314/.467 with 22 home runs and 68 RBI in 131 games for the Phillies in 2018. After a 25-homer, 88-RBI campaign in 2016, the young slugger was expected to take a step forward, but he has been stuck in neutral the last […]

Jack Flaherty Can't Escape the Fifth Inning on Friday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty only lasted 4 1/3 innings on Friday, allowing four runs on seven hits and a walk. He struck out four and needed 89 pitches to get his 13 outs. There are much better starts in store for the sophomore right-hander, but this wasn't the start he and his […]

Paul Goldschmidt Goes Yard Three Times on Friday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt hit three home runs on Friday, finishing 4-for-5 with a walk, five RBI, and three runs scored. Goldy went yard in the first inning, then again in the sixth, and one more time in the seventh. They were the first three of what will certainly be many home […]

Hunter Renfroe The Odd-Man Out?

San Diego Padres outfielder Hunter Renfroe has remained on the bench for the team's first two games of the season against Giants left-handers Madison Bumgarner and Derek Holland, even though Renfroe has excellent career numbers against both southpaws. Wil Myers and Franmil Reyes have started at the corners, with Manuel Margot in center field. Manager […]

Giants Being Mindful Of Buster Posey's Workload

The San Francisco Giants are being mindful of catcher Buster Posey's early-season workload after he underwent major hip surgery last year. He didn't catch in back-to-back games in spring training, but manager Bruce Bochy said Posey has been cleared to do so. Posey caught all nine innings on Opening Day but was at first base […]

Charlie Morton Strikes Out Eight Against His Former Team

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Charlie Morton earned the win against a familiar Houston Astros lineup on Friday. He struck out eight, walked two and scattered three hits over five innings against his former squad. Morton will try to follow up his career year in 2018 to help the Rays compete in the high-powered American […]

Yandy Diaz Takes Gerrit Cole Deep Friday

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Yandy Diaz drilled a 420-foot homer off Gerrit Cole in the Rays win over the Houston Astros on Friday. Diaz hit out of the cleanup spot in this one and took advantage of it. Unfortunately, there was nobody on base, but this is a good start for the 27-year-old, as […]

Jose Alvarado First Up For Saves In Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Jose Alvarado was called upon to close out the game against the Houston Astros on Friday. Alvarado had been suspected to be the primary closer for the Rays, and this puts those questions at ease for the time being. With the Rays up by two runs in the ninth, Alvarado came […]

Freddy Galvis Drives In Two Runs During Win Over Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Freddy Galvis had a great day at the plate on Friday night as he went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored during a 6-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He was 0-for-3 with a strikeout on Opening Day. The 29-year-old is more renowned for his defensive capabilities than his […]

Matt Shoemaker Fantastic In Debut With The Jays

Toronto Blue Jays starter Matt Shoemaker went seven scoreless innings during Friday's 6-0 win over the Detroit Tigers. He allowed two hits while striking out seven batters and walking a pair. The 32-year-old could not have asked for a better debut with his new team. Shoemaker's abilities have been evident since he went 16-4 as […]

Justin Upton Out 8-12 Weeks

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (toe) is expected to miss eight to 12 weeks, according to manager Brad Ausmus. Upton had previously been diagnosed with turf toe, but doctors deemed Upton needed to miss considerable time after further evaluation. Fantasy owners that took Upton as a top-25 outfielder in fantasy drafts will need to […]

Brandon Belt Sitting Friday, Buster Posey Batting Second

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is sitting against lefty Joey Lucchesi, while catcher Buster Posey takes his place and will bat in the two spot. Third baseman Evan Longoria also steps into the cleanup spot, while utility-man Yangervis Solarte will play second base and bat third. The Giants are shaking up their Opening […]

Rafael Devers Batting Sixth, Sam Travis Playing First

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers is hitting sixth, while first baseman Sam Travis is starting at first base and batting in the seven spot against southpaw Yusei Kikuchi on Friday night. Facing a lefty on the mound, Devers shifts down from the three spot where he hit on Opening Day, while Travis is […]