Brett Phillips Injures Shoulder Tuesday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) left the game early on Tuesday with a right shoulder contusion after crashing into the outfield wall. Phillips struck out in his only plate appearance before leaving the contest. He's been getting regular playing time with the Royals season all but over, but he's batting just .198/.262/.342 with […]

Danny Duffy Leaves His Start Prematurely

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Danny Duffy (shoulder) left his start early on Tuesday with another left shoulder impingement. Not only was he injured, but Duffy allowed three earned runs and four hits (one homer) in just two-thirds of an inning before departing. The southpaw was on the disabled list with the same issue last […]

Miguel Sano Injured Tuesday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (leg) left the game early on Tuesday with a lower left leg bruise. Cano had to be carted off the field, so this initially had the looks of a serious injury and one that could've potentially been related to his serious leg injury in 2017. It looks like Sano […]

Jose Abreu Hopes To Return This Week

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (abdomen), who had surgery to fix a testicular torsion problem, said he feels good and is hoping to play by the end of the week. That's good news for his fantasy owners. Despite playing on a bad White Sox team, Abreu is hitting .272/.331/.491 with 22 home runs […]

Jeff McNeil is Sitting Out on Tuesday

New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. McNeil will get a breather with southpaw Rich Hill on the mound. Wilmer Flores will slide over to second base and bat third, while Jay Bruce covers first base and bats sixth. Flores has […]

Cody Bellinger is Out of the Lineup on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the New York Mets. Bellinger will receive an off day with southpaw Jason Vargas on the mound. David Freese will play first base and bat fifth versus Vargas. Freese could be a cheap DFS option for Tuesday's […]

Brian Dozier is Back in the Lineup on Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Brian Dozier is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the New York Mets. Dozier was given a rest day on Monday, but is back in the lineup for this contest. Dozier will lead off and play second base versus lefty Jason Vargas on Tuesday. Dozier does not […]

Mike Zunino is Out of the Lineup on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners catcher Mike Zunino (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. It appears the Mariners are giving Zunino the day off after three straight starts behind the plate. David Freitas will bat eighth and draw the start behind the plate against righty Alex Cobb. Freitas can be […]

Kyle Seager is Out of the Lineup on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. It appears this is just a rest day for Seager, who doesn't have good career numbers off O's starter Alex Cobb anyway. Robinson Cano will play third base and bat second against Cobb. Cano is […]

Dansby Swanson Hit In Head By Pitch

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (head) left the game early on Tuesday after he was hit in the left side of his helmet by a pitch. He was hitless in his only plate appearance before leaving. Dansby will be taken for concussion tests, so stay tuned for more information on his injury. Infielders Charlie Culberson, […]

Brett Gardner Will Lead Off on Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner will lead off and play left field versus righty Liam Hendriks on Tuesday. Gardner normally bats first or ninth for the Yankees, so it's not too surprising seeing him leading off. However, he's doing it on Tuesday against a relief pitcher making a spot start. The A's are using […]

A.J. Pollock, Ketel Marte Back in the Lineup on Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock and infielder Ketel Marte are back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Both Pollock and Marte received a rest day on Monday. Pollock will bat second and play center field, while Marte bats seventh and plays second base against lefty Joey Lucchesi. Marte has […]

Orioles Call Up Luis Ortiz

The Baltimore Orioles have called up starting pitcher Luis Ortiz, who went 2-1 with a 3.66 ERA in six starts for Triple-A Norfolk after being the centerpiece in the deal that sent second baseman Jonathan Schoop to Milwaukee. It remains to be seen if Ortiz will make any starts at the big league level in […]

Eduardo Nunez's Playing Time Won't Be Cut Back Much

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers is expected to start at third base on Wednesday, but manager Alex Cora doesn't seem to have plans to cut back on infielder Eduardo Nunez's playing time very much. Devers just got back from the disabled list on Tuesday, but Nunez has been filling in nicely at third […]

Brandon Belt is Back in the Lineup on Tuesday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Belt did come off the bench to take an at-bat on Monday, but he wasn't able to do more than that because of knee soreness. It's likely that we see the Giants giving Belt […]

Dustin Pedroia To Be Examined Friday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) is set to be examined in Boston on Friday. Manager Alex Cora said Pedroia has been sending him videos showing that the infielder is doing agility drills, fielding and hitting. It's highly unlikely that Pedroia plays again this year, especially with the Red Sox set with Ian […]

Ian Kennedy Is A Candidate To Start Sunday

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Ian Kennedy (oblique) has already joined the team in Cleveland and is a candidate to start on Sunday against the Twins with the team expected to move to a six-man rotation. Kennedy has been out since July 10 and wasn't effective before his injury, going 1-8 with a 5.13 ERA, […]

Albert Almora Jr. Will Lead Off on Tuesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. will lead off and play center field versus lefty Wade Miley on Tuesday. Almora has been in a slump at the plate during the second half of the season. However, Almora is hitting .343/.383/.476 with one home run and 10 RBI off left-handed pitching this season. He's worth a […]

Drew Smyly Throws Simulated Game

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Drew Smyly (elbow) threw 23 pitches in a simulated game on Tuesday and said he feels ready to pitch in the big leagues. The next step, however, will be up to the front office, but manager Joe Maddon is curious what the left-hander can offer the team down the stretch. The […]

Mike Moustakas is Out on Tuesday

Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Mike Moustakas (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Moustakas does not hit left-handed pitching well, so the Brewers will let him sit this one out. Travis Shaw will slide over to third base and bat sixth versus lefty Mike Montgomery. Although, Shaw does […]

Brandon Morrow Has Yet To Throw Off Mound

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) has yet to throw off a mound. "He's still progressing. He's feeling better. I know he's optimistic about getting back and I am, too. No regression. Everything's been positive," manager Joe Maddon said. There remains no timetable for Morrow to return to his ninth-inning role, and he's running out […]

Kenley Jansen Consults With Cardiologist

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen consulted with a cardiologist on Tuesday to discuss the team's upcoming trip to Colorado this weekend. Jansen's irregular heartbeat issues arose the last time the team was in Colorado, so they may keep him away from the high elevation this time around as a precaution. No decision has been […]

Bud Norris Might Not Be Available Until Friday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris, who blew two games on Sunday and Monday, won't be available again until Friday, according to manager Mike Shildt. Shildt also hasn't confirmed that Norris will get the team's next save chance when he returns to action this weekend, leaving the door open for others. Norris will have to […]

Eddie Rosario Progressing

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (quadriceps) ran on the field and took more swings in the batting cage on Tuesday. He could hit on the field on Wednesday as he works toward playing this weekend. It looks like Rosario will be able to return to the lineup soon. The 26-year-old has been one of the […]

Shohei Ohtani To Throw Bullpen Sessions This Week

Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (back, finger, elbow) will throw a light bullpen session on Wednesday, followed by a more intense one on Friday. If he comes out of those sessions OK, Ohtani will likely make his next scheduled start on Sunday against the White Sox. The Japanese right-hander […]

Jurickson Profar is Playing First Base on Tuesday

Texas Rangers first baseman Jurickson Profar will play first base and bat sixth versus lefty Andrew Heaney on Tuesday. Profar is hitting .471/.591/.824 with one home run and four RBI in the last week, so Texas would like to keep his bat in the lineup whenever possible. Ronald Guzman will sit this one out against […]

Jarrod Dyson Suffers Setback

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) had some pain during his rehab outing and will now visit with doctors. Manager Torey Lovullo said no new scans are being done on Dyson, though. With time running out in the regular season, Dyson may not be able to make it back to the Snakes as they fight […]

Zack Godley, Robbie Ray Flopped In Rotation

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray will be moved back to start on Sunday against the Braves, with Zack Godley going Monday against the Rockies in Colorado, according to manager Torey Lovullo. Both matchups are tough ones, but Ray going against the Braves is much safer. Godley was put on the paternity list on Tuesday […]

Andrew Benintendi is Sitting Out on Tuesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The Red Sox are playing in a National League stadium, so they don't have a designated hitter for this contest. J.D. Martinez will play left field and bat third against lefty Sean Newcomb. Martinez is […]

Carlos Santana Will Lead Off on Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Carlos Santana will lead off and play first base versus righty Trevor Richards on Tuesday. Santana tends to bounce around in the Philly batting order, so it's not too surprising seeing him leading off. However, Santana has not been great at the plate this season, so he's not normally the best […]