Joe Musgrove Takes Loss With No Offensive Help

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Joe Musgrove didn't look bad at all in this game. In fact, he threw his first 21 pitches for strikes. He quickly ran into trouble though as Harrison Bader and John Gant hit back-to-back home runs. The Pirates left Musgrove in to struggle through the game, because his pitch count was […]

Yankees Working To Acquire Andrew McCutchen

The New York Yankees are trying to finalize a trade for San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen, according to sources. However, no deal is done yet. Shortstop Abiatal Avelino would be part of the return for the Giants. With Aaron Judge's (wrist) recovery from a wrist fracture taking much longer than expected, Cutch would be […]

Jason Heyward Injured Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (hamstring) left the game early on Thursday with right hamstring tightness after he dove for a ball in the outfield. Heyward scored a run but was hitless in three plate appearances before departing. His glove has typically been better than his bat, but he hasn't been shabby at the plate […]

Addison Russell Could Be Ready On Saturday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell (shoulder, hand) has improved enough that he could be ready for limited duty if he's activated from the disabled list on Saturday when rosters expand. Russell has been bothered by a hand injury all year, which have really hurt his overall numbers. With Daniel Murphy now the starting second baseman […]

Kris Bryant Ready To Rejoin Cubs

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder), who has started just nine games for the Cubs since June 22 due to his left shoulder injury, finished his rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Thursday and is expected to be activated from the disabled list on Saturday. Bryant went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts on Thursday and […]

Jean Segura Scratched From Lineup

Seattle Mariners shortstop Jean Segura (foot) was scratched from the lineup against the A's on Thursday. It's a shame that the M's won't have one of the best players for the first game of a pivotal four-game series against their division-rivals. However, X-rays were negative after Segura fouled a ball off his foot on Wednesday, […]

Brendan McKay Goes On Minor League DL

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher/first baseman Brendan McKay (oblique), who is the team's No. 2 prospect, went on the disabled list with High-A Charlotte on Thursday. The regular season comes to an end this Sunday, so McKay has likely played his last game of the year. McKay was also on the DL from June 19 to […]

Jarrod Dyson To Begin Rehab Assignment Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) will join Triple-A Reno on Friday to start his rehab assignment. Dyson is hitting a putrid .189 with only two homers and 12 RBI on the season, but he does also have 16 steals, which has made him useful in some deeper leagues. The playing time just won't be […]

Steven Souza Jr. Will Lead Off on Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. will lead off and play right field versus lefty Rich Hill on Thursday. This is the second straight game that Souza has been in that spot for the D-Backs. Souza went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI while leading off on Wednesday. He's hitting .302/.362/.547 with two […]

Matt Kemp Remains in the Lineup on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp will remain in the starting lineup for the second consecutive day on Thursday. Kemp will play left field and bat cleanup versus lefty Robbie Ray. Kemp is hitting .429/.400/1.000 with two home runs and five RBI off Ray in his career. However, Kemp has been in a bit of […]

Cody Bellinger is Out on Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Cody Bellinger (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Bellinger will get a breather with left-handed Robbie Ray on the mound. Kike Hernandez will play first base and bat fifth against Ray. Hernandez does not have great numbers off Ray in his career, […]

Marco Gonzales Throws Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales (neck) played light catch on Thursday and said he's progressing. However, it's unknown when he'll come off the disabled list. The left-hander is eligible to return next Tuesday. The 26-year-old has really struggled in August, going 0-4 with a 10.35 ERA in 20 innings. He has been a streaming […]

Marcus Semien Will Lead Off on Thursday

Oakland Athletics shortstop Marcus Semien will lead off and play shortstop versus lefty Wade LeBlanc on Thursday. Semien has struggled over the last week, but is notoriously better against left-handed pitching. LeBlanc has pitched fairly solid this season, but is not an overpowering pitcher. Semien is worth a look in DFS contests while he's leading […]

Aaron Judge Works Out Thursday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) ran the bases and played catch at Yankee Stadium on Thursday, but he still can't swing a bat. "We're not quite there yet, but I think today was a good day, another positive step forward for him," manager Aaron Boone said. "He ramped up some things after a […]

Sean Manaea Unlikely To Return This Year

Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin said he thinks it's a less than 50 percent chance that starting pitcher Sean Manaea (shoulder) will return before the end of the season. The talented left-hander has been shut down indefinitely with rotator cuff tendinitis, so it's a good bet that he won't help your fantasy teams the rest […]

Miguel Sano Hits 13th Homer

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in his team's 5-3 loss to the Cleveland Indians on Thursday. Sano was having a rough day at the plate, having struck out twice in three at-bats, when he launched a ninth-inning Brad Hand offering over the seats for his 13th homer. Overall, […]

Mitch Moreland Remains Out of the Lineup on Thursday

Boston Red Sox first baseman Mitch Moreland (knee) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Chicago White Sox. This will be the second straight game that Moreland has missed due to a left knee contusion. He's considered day-to-day, so no disabled list stint for Moreland yet. Brock Holt will play first […]

Jose Abreu Being Brought Along Slowly

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu (abdomen) is seven to eight days away from resuming baseball activities, according to manager Rick Renteria. The White Sox are understandably not rushing their slugger back while in rebuilding mode. Abreu should remain stashed in all leagues, though, as he was hitting .272 with 22 home runs and […]

Eric Lauer Activated From DL, Starting Thursday

The San Diego Padres activated starting pitcher Eric Lauer (forearm) from the 10-day disabled list, and he will start against the Rockies on Thursday. Pitcher Colton Brewer was optioned to Triple-A El Paso in a corresponding move. The rookie left-hander is not a recommended streamer against the Rockies, even at Petco Park. Lauer last pitched […]

Tim Anderson is Back in the Lineup Thursday

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (ankle) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Anderson sat out on Wednesday after suffering a left ankle bruise on Tuesday. He'll play shortstop and bat fifth versus righty Rick Porcello. Anderson is worth considering for DFS contests, but there is likely […]

Albert Almora Jr. is Sitting Out on Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Jason Heyward will slide over to center field and bat fifth, while Ben Zobrist plays right field and bats cleanup versus righty Mike Foltynewicz. Zobrist is a better option than Heyward for DFS contests on […]

Adam Duvall Starting in Left Field on Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Adam Duvall is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Duvall will bat seventh and play left field versus lefty Mike Montgomery. Duvall is hitting .294/.333/.529 with one home run and five RBI off Montgomery is his career. However, Duvall has been fairly disappointing at the plate this […]

Diamondbacks To Acquire Chris Stewart

The Arizona Diamondbacks are acquiring catcher Chris Stewart from the Atlanta Braves on Thursday, according to The Athletic's Robert Murray. The veteran catcher has three hits in 14 at-bats (.214) with the Braves this season with three RBI. Arizona already has three catchers on the active roster, so it's fair to say that Stewart won't […]

Corey Dickerson is Out of the Lineup Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Corey Dickerson (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. It appears this is just a rest day for Dickerson who has been awful at the plate over the last week. Adam Frazier will draw the start in left field and bat second versus righty […]

Josh Donaldson Homers In Rehab Game

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf) homered in six innings in his rehab start for Single-A Dunedin on Thursday. He also was charged with an error. Donaldson remains a candidate to be traded by the deadline on Friday. He's been a bust for fantasy owners, playing in just 36 games while hitting .234 […]

Matt Shoemaker Could Start Next Week

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Matt Shoemaker (shoulder) will rejoin the team and could start "early next week," according to manager Mike Scioscia. He could be facing the Rangers on the road in just his second start of the season after having forearm surgery earlier this year. Shoemaker probably shouldn't be started immediately upon his […]

Josh Harrison Remains Out on Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder/outfielder Josh Harrison (hamstring) is out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. This will be Harrison's fourth straight contest where he has been unable to start. Harrison's hamstring issues continue to linger which forces him to sit out and come off the bench for Pittsburgh. His fantasy […]

Hector Neris Back In Mix For Saves

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Hector Neris, who was sent to the minors twice in the middle of the season, struck out two hitters on seven total pitches with the go-ahead run on second base on Wednesday night and appears to be back in the mix in the late innings in high-leverage situations. He has allowed […]

Matt Adams Starting At First Base on Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Matt Adams is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The newly acquired Adams will bat cleanup and play first base against righty Joe Musgrove. Matt Carpenter who normally plays first base will have to move around the infield when Adams starts. DFS players should take […]

Dustin Pedroia To Be Re-Evaluated Sept. 7

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will return to Boston on Sept. 5 and will be re-evaluated by the team on Sept. 7. Pedroia has had just 11 at-bats due to knee issues in 2018 and remains a long shot to play again this season, even in the postseason. That's the main reason […]