Brendan Rodgers May Not Need A Rehab Assignment

Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (hamstring) was out at Coors Field on Monday doing a full day of baseball activities before the series opener against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers. The Rockies are still deciding if Rodgers will go on a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque before he is reinstated from the injured […]

Brenton Doyle Back In Rockies Lineup

Colorado Rockies outfielder Brenton Doyle (knee) is starting in center field and is batting leadoff for the Rockies on Monday for the series opener against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers and left-hander James Paxton. Left-patellar tendonitis kept Doyle out the last two games, but he's feeling better now and is ready to roll to start […]

Jordan Lawlar To Miss 4-6 Weeks

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop prospect Jordan Lawlar (hamstring) is expected to miss an extended period of time after suffering an injury during Saturday's game with Triple-A Reno. The 21-year-old underwent an MRI on Sunday to determine the severity of the injury. It's not good news as it appears Lawlar has suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain. […]

Justin Lawrence Activated From Injured List

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Justin Lawrence (shoulder) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Monday. The right-hander will return to the bullpen after missing three weeks of action due to a shoulder strain. The assumption is that he'll work his way back into the closer mix, but this is a situation to avoid […]

Shohei Ohtani Moves Into Leadoff Spot

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani will move up into the leadoff spot ahead of Monday's game against the Colorado Rockies. The Dodgers will shake up their lineup and have Ohtani bat first and Will Smith bat second with Freddie Freeman in the three-hole. The move to put Ohtani in the leadoff spot appears […]

Jose Suarez Gets Designated For Assignment

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jose Suarez has been designated for assignment by the organization on Monday. This doesn't come as much of a shock given how poorly Suarez has pitched this season. Most recently, Suarez gave up five runs in one inning during Sunday's outing against the San Francisco Giants. He holds a 8.15 […]

Luis Rengifo Sitting Out On Monday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo (wrist) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. This comes a day after Rengifo suffered a wrist contusion during Sunday's contest. Rengifo mentioned to reporters afterwards that he believes he could play on Monday. However, the Angels are taking the cautious approach […]

Brandon Drury Activated And Playing On Monday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Brandon Drury (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday. The veteran slugger is back in the mix after missing nearly six weeks of action due to a strained hamstring. Drury was struggling with the bat before going down, so hopefully some time off will help him get […]

Jacob deGrom Throws Off The Mound

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom (elbow) said he threw off a mound during a bullpen session on Monday for the first time since having Tommy John surgery last June. deGrom threw around 15 pitches on Monday and felt good after throwing all fastballs. The 35-year-old veteran hurler will continue to build his arm up with […]

Max Scherzer To Make His Next Start With Rangers

Texas Rangers right-hander Max Scherzer (back, thumb) will come off the 60-day injured list and make his next start with the Rangers in the majors. Manager Bruce Bochy didn't give an exact date for Scherzer's 2024 debut, but this weekend against the visiting Kansas City Royals. Scherzer allowed three earned runs on four hits while […]

Josh Smith Still Out Monday

Texas Rangers infielder Josh Smith said he's dealing with soreness/tightness in his "lower glute/upper hamstring" area and is out of the starting lineup for the fourth straight game on Monday against the visiting New York Mets. However, Smith said he feels like he's getting better every day and said he feels like it's precautionary. He's […]

Jordan Romano Could Be Back On A Mound On Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano (elbow) is long-tossing from 90 to 120 feet on Monday, and if all goes well with his throwing session, he could get back on a mound as early as this Wednesday. Romano has yet to throw off a mound again since landing on the 15-day injured list on June […]

Chad Green Next Up For Closer Role In Toronto

With Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Yimi Garcia (elbow) unavailable early this week due to an ulnar-nerve issue in his right arm, right-hander Chad Green will serve as the team's closer, according to manager John Schneider. Remember, Jordan Romano (elbow) is on the injured list for the second time this year. Garcia had to be […]

No Structural Damage For Yimi Garcia

An MRI exam on Sunday on Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Yimi Garcia (elbow) showed some ulna nerve symptoms in his right elbow but no structural damage, which manager John Schneider described as "great news." The Blue Jays are still determining the next steps on Garcia, and he could still land on the injured list. […]

When Will Cristian Javier Return and Be Back? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

The Houston Astros are having their pitching depth tested this season. The season began with Justin Verlander having an injury that delayed him several weeks. Then Jose Urquidy got hurt and was ruled out for the season. That's not to mention both Luis Garcia and Lance McCullers Jr. who both had major surgery in the […]

Nathan Lukes Has Surgery On His Thumb

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes (thumb) underwent surgery to fix the UCL in his left thumb last Wednesday. There is no timeline on his return yet, but he's expected to return later this season. Lukes suffered a left-thumb injury while playing for Triple-A Buffalo. The 29-year-old made a strong bid for the regular season […]

Yariel Rodriguez Back From The Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays activated rookie right-hander Yariel Rodriguez (back) from the 15-day injured list on Monday, according to sources. Rodriguez will report to the team on Monday for the start of a series against the visiting Boston Red Sox. The Cuban right-hander had a 1.93 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 14 innings pitched over […]

Bo Bichette Still Out Of The Lineup On Monday

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (calf) remains out of the starting lineup for the third straight game for Monday's series opener against the visiting Boston Red Sox. Bichette is dealing with a right-calf injury that isn't believed to be serious, but the Jays aren't rushing the struggling shortstop back into the fold. The 26-year-old […]

When Will Justin Verlander Return and Be Back? Fantasy Baseball Injury Update

The Houston Astros nightmare season continues. Houston sits at 33-39 on the season, six games under .500 and nine games behind the division-leading Seattle Mariners. This team has endured a litany of injuries so far this season, and now they are dealing with yet another injury to the ace of their starting rotation, Justin Verlander.Be […]

Corbin Carroll's Injury Not Serious, Could Rejoin Team On Tuesday

An MRI exam on Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll's injured left side on Monday morning didn't reveal significant damage, and he will join the team ahead of their series opener on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals, according to a source. Carroll described a "pull feeling" on his left side while making a throw in the […]

Gerrit Cole To Make Season Debut On Wednesday

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) will come off the 60-day injured list to make his 2024 season debut on Wednesday versus the visiting Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium. The long-awaited wait for Yankees fans and fantasy managers is over, and the 33-year-old reigning American League Cy Young winner should be thrown into all […]

To Stash or Not to Stash - The Toolshed Fantasy Baseball Podcast (Ep. 315)

Welcome to episode 315 of The Toolshed Podcast with Clegg and Cross brought to you by RotoBaller. The Toolshed is a dynasty and prospects-focused podcast. Each week, hosts Eric Cross (@EricCross04) and Chris Clegg (@RotoClegg) dive into the world of dynasty leagues and cover all levels of prospects from the MLB Draft up to the […]

Pedro Pages Starts His Fifth Straight Game Behind The Plate

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Pedro Pages will start behind the plate and bat eighth in the team's series opener against the Miami Marlins on Monday. The 25-year-old catcher has now started five straight games for the Cardinals, which has moved Ivan Herrera to the designated hitter role or on the bench. Pages is coming off […]

Nolan Gorman Taking A Seat On Monday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman is not in the team's lineup on Monday against the Miami Marlins. With the Marlins starting a left-hander in Braxton Garrett, Gorman will take a seat, and Jose Fermin will start at second base in his place. The left-handed slugger is batting just .186 at the plate with […]

Joey Votto Begins Rehab Assignment

First baseman Joey Votto (ankle) was transferred to the Blue Jays' rookie-level Florida Complex League to begin a rehab assignment, according to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com. Votto has been out with a right ankle sprain since March 17, when the 40-year-old rolled his ankle in the dugout in spring training. However, it appears the former […]

Shohei Ohtani Could Move To Leadoff Spot After Mookie Betts’ Injury

With Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts fracturing his hand on a hit-by-pitch in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Kansas City Royals, the Dodgers lineup will look slightly different in his absence. Manager Dave Roberts said the team is considering moving designated hitter Shohei Ohtani to the leadoff spot, where he has hit one other […]

Jesus Luzardo Pitched Through Back Stiffness In Sunday’s Outing

Miami Marlins pitcher Jesus Luzardo (back) said after Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Washington Nationals that he pitched through a stiff back. Luzardo was not at his best on Sunday, giving up two runs on five hits with three walks and two strikeouts across five innings. His fastball velocity was also down across the board […]

Marcelo Mayer Playing Well In Double-A

Boston Red Sox shortstop prospect Marcelo Mayer has been hitting at an elite level with Double-A Portland. In 58 games, he's slashing .301/.368/.480 with 47 runs scored, 23 doubles, six home runs, 30 RBI, 12 stolen bases, and a 24:54 BB/SO ratio. He's played particularly well in 12 June games, showcasing his impressive bat-to-ball skills, […]

Giovanny Gallegos Could Return Monday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Giovanny Gallegos (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list at some point during this week's series in Miami against the Marlins, potentially as early as Monday. Gallegos has been sidelined since early May with a right-shoulder impingement and could be eased back into a high-leverage setup […]

Brock Wilken Slumping Since Return From Injured List

Milwaukee Brewers third base prospect Brock WIlken (face) spent a month on the injured list after taking a fastball to the face in early April. Since his return to action on May 7, he's yet to hit his stride. In 34 games, he's 31-for-149 (.237 AVG) with five doubles, five home runs, 18 RBI, and […]