Marcell Ozuna Goes Yard Twice on Friday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna hit two home runs on Friday, finishing 2-for-4 after his second multi-home run game in the last four days. Ozuna has shown a bit less power than expected this season, but he's still put up a solid .279/.322/.431 line and 73 RBI.

Masahiro Tanaka Sensational In Seattle

In the aftermath of New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino's dreadful start in the series finale against the Oakland Athletics, starter Masahiro Tanaka was brilliant to open up a series in Seattle. The 29-year-old went eight superb shutout innings, allowing just three hits and striking out 10. The performance was, perhaps, his best since a […]

Rhys Hoskins Smacks Game-Winning Home Run

Still stuck in a terrible slump, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Rhys Hoskins perhaps broke out with a major home run. Taking on the New York Mets at Citi Field Friday night, Hoskins smacked a solo home run in the eighth inning, breaking a three-all deadlock. It was a much-needed moment for Hoskins, who's hitting .172 over […]

Aaron Nola Records 16th Victory Of Season

Once again facing lowly opposition, Philadelphia Phillies starter Aaron Nola recorded his first win in three starts by defeating the New York Mets Friday night at Citi Field. The 25-year-old went seven innings, allowing just three runs on three hits while striking out eight. While it was a better performance than his last time out […]

Aaron Judge Takes Swings At Safeco Field

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) took another significant step in his recovery Friday afternoon prior to his club's game against the Seattle Mariners. The reigning AL Rookie of the Year entered Safeco Field and hit some pitches thrown by hitting coach Marcus Thames, looking quite healthy and not appearing to be dealing with […]

Jurickson Profar is Sitting Out on Friday

Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Jurickson Profar (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Oakland Athletics. Profar is hitting .304/.385/.565 with one home run and four RBI over the last week. The Rangers just wanted to give him an off day to rest on Friday. Ronald Guzman will play first base and […]

Ketel Marte, Steven Souza Jr. Out on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte (rest) and outfielder Steven Souza Jr. (rest) are out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Jon Jay will lead off and play right field, while Daniel Descalso plays second base and bats sixth versus righty Kevin Gausman. Descalso can be avoided in DFS contests and […]

Brian Dozier is Sitting Out on Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Brian Dozier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Dozier has not recorded a hit in five consecutive games. He's in a bit of a slump, so he'll receive his second off day of the week on Friday. Kike Hernandez will play second […]

Matt Holliday Remains in the Lineup on Friday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Matt Holliday remains in the starting lineup for the second straight game on Friday. Holliday has been hitting well for the Rockies since being called up on August 23. Holliday will bat fifth and play left field versus lefty Clayton Kershaw. It's not really a smart idea to use any batter against […]

Brandon Crawford Remains Out on Friday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The veteran shortstop is battling a sore left knee issue, so he'll sit out for the second straight game on Friday. Alen Hanson will draw the start at shortstop and bat eighth versus righty Chase […]

Mike Moustakas is Sitting Out on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Moustakas has been in a slump lately and does not hit left-handed pitching well. Travis Shaw will slide over to third base and bat sixth, while Jonathan Schoop bats fifth and plays second base […]

Salvador Perez is Back in the Lineup Friday

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (thumb) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Perez was forced to miss a week of action due to a thumb sprain. Perez will bat sixth and draw the start behind the plate versus lefty Stephen Gonsalves. Perez is worth a look in […]

Miguel Sano is Still Sidelined

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals. This is the second straight game that Sano has missed due to a left knee bruise. Manager Paul Molitor said on Friday that Sano would undergo some more tests. Ehire Adrianza will play third […]

Amed Rosario is Sitting Out on Friday

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. This is expected to be Rosario's last off day of the regular season. Jose Reyes will play shortstop and bat eighth versus righty Aaron Nola. Reyes can be avoided in DFS contests and fantasy leagues.

Austin Jackson, Wilmer Flores Out on Friday

New York Mets outfielder Austin Jackson (rest) and infielder Wilmer Flores (rest) are out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. It appears both players are just getting a routine off day on Friday. Brandon Nimmo will lead off and play center field, while Dominic Smith will play first base and […]

Jose Bautista, Aaron Altherr Starting on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielders Jose Bautista and Aaron Altherr will be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Mets. Roman Quinn (foot) is out of the lineup and Odubel Herrera (rest) will join him on the bench. Bautista will bat cleanup and play right field, while Altherr bats third and plays center […]

Wilson Ramos is Out on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Wilson Ramos (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the New York Mets. This will be an off day for Ramos even though he's hitting .330/.358/.580 with six home runs and 24 RBI off left-handed pitching this season. Jorge Alfaro will get the start behind the plate and […]

Adam Jones is Sitting on Friday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Jones appears to be receiving a routine day off, so no injury to report. Joey Rickard will play right field and bat second, while John Andreoli plays left field and bats seventh versus lefty Blake […]

C.J. Cron is Out Again on Friday

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman C.J. Cron (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. This is the second straight game that Cron has missed in a row. It does not sound like Cron is suffering from an injury. It appears the Rays would rather use Jake Bauers and […]

Michael Brantley Remains Out on Friday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (foot) remains out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. He's now sat out two straight games after fouling a ball off his foot. Rajai Davis will play left field and bat ninth versus righty Marco Estrada. Davis is not worth using in DFS contests. […]

Kendrys Morales is Out on Friday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Kendrys Morales (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cleveland Indians. Justin Smoak was given an off day on Thursday, so it's Morales' turn to take a seat. The Jays want to give Rowdy Tellez some playing time, but he can only play first base […]

Brett Phillips Could Miss Entire Weekend Series

Kansas City Royals outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) is improving, but his range of motion remains restricted. Manager Ned Yost said that Phillips could miss the whole weekend series against the Twins. That shouldn't matter much to fantasy owners, though, as Phillips is sporting a .198/.262/.342 slash line with only two homers and 11 RBI in […]

Marwin Gonzalez Could Return Saturday

Houston Astros infielder Marwin Gonzalez (oblique) is "trending in the right direction" and could start in left field on Saturday, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Gonzalez hasn't been as good as he was last year and is hitting .247/.324/.409 with 14 home runs and 58 RBI on the year. Still, he can be useful in […]

Justin Smoak is Back in the Lineup Friday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Justin Smoak is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cleveland Indians. Smoak was given an off day on Thursday, but is back and ready to go for Friday. He'll serve as the DH and bat third versus righty Carlos Carrasco. Smoak has been a home run […]

Yadier Molina Likely Out This Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (hamstring) will likely miss the weekend series against the Tigers, according to manager Mike Shildt. Molina has remained one of the better fantasy catchers, hitting .273 with 17 long balls, 61 RBI and four steals, but fantasy owners will have to go without him this weekend. Expect Francisco Pena […]

Ervin Santana Dealing With Nerve Issue

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Ervin Santana (finger) was told he's now dealing with an irritated nerve on the inner pad of his right middle finger after he met with New York hand surgeon Dr. Charles Melone. Santana still hasn't thrown since being shut down. It's been a lost season for the veteran right-hander because of […]

Adam Frazier is Out on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder/second baseman Adam Frazier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Miami Marlins. This will be a rest day for Frazier after he played in five consecutive games. Frazier has been playing second base for Josh Harrison (hamstring), but also plays outfield at times. Kevin Kramer will play […]

Ross Stripling Back With Dodgers

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Ross Stripling (back) has been activated from the disabled list and said he's "good to go." He will be available out of the bullpen on Friday against the Rockies. Stripling has been great for LA this year, going 8-3 with a 2.62 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and career-high 9.9 K/9 over […]

Josh Harrison Still Unable to Play

Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Josh Harrison (hamstring) remains out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Miami Marlins. This marks Harrison's fifth straight game sidelined. The Pirates know this hamstring issue is going to linger, but it's unclear if or when Harrison is going to play again this season. Kevin Kramer will bat […]

David Hess May Miss His Start Saturday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher David Hess (eye) was hit in the eye with a football on Friday and might need to be scratched from his start on Saturday against the Rays. If he can't go, Yefry Ramirez would be the candidate to replace him. As if the Orioles weren't already enough of a mess already, […]