Herrera Benched For 'Pouting' Sunday Vs. Braves

Phillies interim manager Pete Mackanin benched outfielder Odubel Herrera in the middle of Sunday’s game for "pouting." It was a few days in the making, according to Mackanin. After starting the game 0-for-2, Herrera was yanked in the fourth inning. The nail in the coffin was when Herrera threw his bat down in frustration while […]

Mets Skipping deGrom Tuesday: Verrett To Start

Jacob deGrom’s scheduled start for Tuesday will moved back as the New York Mets continue to rest their starting rotation. After making his first All-Star team in July, deGrom has been up and down as a starter. In his last start, the 27-year-old allowed six runs to the Miami Marlins last Tuesday. The Mets have […]

Sabathia Allows One Run For Big Yankees Victory

C.C. Sabathia delivered a great start on Sunday night as the New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets 11-2 for the series victory. Sabathia earned his fifth victory of the season but more importantly, it was his second straight quality start. The left-hander allowed one run while scattering five hits over innings. The 15-year […]

Felix Hernandez Leaves Game Early With Elbow Stiffness

Felix Hernandez left Sunday’s start against the Texas Rangers early with stiffness in his right elbow. The Seattle Mariners aren’t too concerned with the removal of their ace with two outs in the sixth inning. Hernandez had an 8-2 cushion when he left, which made the decision even easier. Seattle went on to win the […]

Molina Exits Early With Sprained Thumb

Yadier Molina left Sunday’s game early against the Chicago Cubs because he suffered a sprained left thumb. The St. Louis Cardinals catcher was injured when he attempted to apply a tag on Anthony Rizzo at the plate. Rizzo was tagged out on what would have been the game-tying run in the bottom of the eighth. […]

Tanaka (Hamstring) To Be Skipped For Next Start

Masahiro Tanaka will miss his next start because of a grade 1 hamstring strain. New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi made the announcement on Sunday. The right-hander will not pitch on Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays for what could be a huge game in regards to the AL East standings. Tanaka has grade 1 […]

Cole Strikes Out 9 Dodgers For Victory

Gerrit Cole pitched a gem on Sunday when he hurled seven innings of three-run ball while striking out nine Los Angeles Dodgers batters. Sunday marked the third time that Cole struck out nine in a game this season. The right-hander is now 17-8 with a 2.64 ERA and 1.10 WHIP in 2015. The Pirates ace […]

MLB Injury Updates for Fantasy Baseball: Gomez, Tulowitzki, Holliday, Puig, Stanton, Kang

Hello again and welcome to this weeks edition of the MLB Injury Report. We have good and bad news. A lot of players returning from injury this week. Unfortunately, a fresh new crop of hurt players has popped up. Just a reminder, due to the vast amount of current injuries I will be focusing on those injured […]

Gregerson Returns To Astros After Wife Gives Birth

Luke Gregerson rejoined the Houston Astros on Friday as they take on the Oakland A’s for the start of a three-game series. The Astros closer left the team on Wednesday after his wife gave birth to their first child. Gregerson wasn’t needed while he was gone because the Texas Rangers won by 11 runs and […]

Nova Removed From Rotation: Moved To Bullpen

The New York Yankees have removed Ivan Nova from the starting rotation and will use him in the bullpen instead. Nova, 28, was lit up for six runs without getting out of the second inning during his start on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The right-hander’s ERA has jumped to 5.11 with a 6-8 […]

Encarnacion Returns, Reaches Base 5 Times

Edwin Encarnacion returned to the Toronto Blue Jays starting lineup Wednesday as the AL East leaders won 9-1 over the Atlanta Braves with a great performance. The former All-Star batted cleanup while starting at first base rather than his usual DH spot because the Jays were in a National League park. Encarnacion went 3-for-3 with two […]

Panik (Back) Placed On 60-Day DL

The San Francisco Giants placed Joe Panik on the 60-day DL, thus ending the second baseman’s season. In his first full MLB season, Panik was adjusting quite well. He had a .312 BA with 8 HR and 37 RBI while making his first All-Star team. He was always near the top of the NL leaders […]

Stanton (Hand) Return Delayed Again

The possible return of Giancarlo Stanton has been put on hold again because of an abnormal amount of scar tissue in his hand. The Miami Marlins slugger has been trying to get back on the field before the 2015 season ends but injuries continue to pile up and delay his return. Stanton has been out […]

Aaron Nola Could Be Shutdown After Next Start

The Philadelphia Phillies could shut down rookie pitcher Aaron Nola after his next scheduled start. The 22-year-old has 11 starts during his rookie campaign. Nola’s 12th and potential final start of the season would be against the Marlins in Miami on Tuesday. Nola has pitched 175 innings this season between the majors and minors and […]

Scott Feldman (Shoulder) Lands On DL: Matt Duffy Called Up

The Houston Astros officially placed Scott Feldman on the 60-day DL, which ends the starting pitcher’s season. The right-hander was pitching well until right shoulder pain knocked him out of his last start on Sept. 2 against the Seattle Mariners after allowing three runs in less than three innings pitched.  Feldman was already ruled out […]

Twins Activate Phil Hughes: Starts Tuesday Vs. Tigers

The Minnesota Twins activated Phil Hughes from the 15-day DL on Tuesday and will start him on the mound against the Detroit Tigers. Hughes, 29, has been out since Aug. 9 with a nagging back injury. The right-hander is cleared and ready to be back on the mound despite not partaking in any rehab assignments. […]

Howard (Knee) Out Tuesday: Possibly Out For Season

Ryan Howard will not be in the lineup Tuesday for the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the Washington Nationals. The first baseman left Monday’s game early with a left knee contusion. Howard left the ballpark on crutches, which makes it likely that he could be out for a while and possibly even the rest […]

Hechavarria (Hamstring) Out Again Tuesday For Marlins

Adeiny Hechavarria is out of the Miami Marlins lineup again on Tuesday against the New York Mets. It has been almost two weeks since the Marlins shortstop has started in a game for his team. A strained left hamstring has kept him out of the lineup but has not forced him to land on the […]

Harper (Head) Starting Monday For Nats

Bryce Harper will be in the Washington Nationals starting lineup on Monday despite leaving Sunday’s game because of a collision with another player. The All-Star outfielder passed all the necessary concussion tests and will be back in his usual spot in right field while batting third against the Philadelphia Phillies. Harper left Sunday’s game early […]

Cuddyer (Wrist) Starts For First Time In Two Weeks

Michael Cuddyer returned to the New York Mets starting lineup on Monday when they played the Miami Marlins at home. A ligament issue with the right wrist caused Cuddyer to either sit out or have a pinch-hit appearances here or there. He went 1-for-1 with a walk in two pinch-hits while dealing with the injury. It […]

Cesar Hernandez (Thumb) Out For Season

The Philadelphia Phillies placed Cesar Hernandez on the 60-day DL with a dislocated left thumb, which will put an end to the infielder’s season. Hernandez collided with Anthony Rizzo during the Phillies 7-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday. Rizzo was on base when the 25-year-old attempted to field a ball. The two collided, […]

Greinke Dominates Again For 17th Win

Zack Greinke pitched another gem on Sunday when he allowed no runs over eight innings pitched to go along with eight strikeouts for the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 victory. The right-hander almost didn’t get the win because Kanley Jansen allowed the Arizona Diamondbacks to score three times. The Dodgers were able to finish the job […]

Cruz (Quad) Back In Lineup Thursday

Nelson Cruz was back in the lineup for the Seattle Mariners on Thursday as they took on the Texas Rangers. The Mariners had been without their best hitter for the past week because of a strained right quad. Seattle has been playing its best baseball of late, winning six of its last eight games. Either way, having Cruz […]

Josh Hamilton (Knee) Undergoes Surgery: Return Questionable

Josh Hamilton will have to undergo surgery on Friday to cleanup an ailing left knee. The Texas Rangers outfielder could still return before the end of the season but will miss more time. The 34-year-old has only played in 40 games this season. Josh Hamilton to have cleanup knee surgery. ..Rangers still hope he can […]

Hamels (Shoulder) Start Moved To Monday

Cole Hamels scheduled start for Sunday has been moved to Monday, which will give him an extra day's rest after taking a comebacker to his shoulder on Tuesday. Despite being drilled in the shoulder and suffering a bone bruise, Hamels was able to get the win against the Seattle Mariners in his last start. The […]

Buehrle Start Moved To Tuesday; Marcus Stroman Season Debut Saturday

Mark Buehrle’s scheduled start for Saturday has been moved to Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves. The Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher was scheduled to face the New York Yankees in a huge divisional series in what could be a battle for the AL East crown. Instead, Buerhle is going to get an extra few days […]

Burnett (Elbow) Returns, Starts Thursday

A.J. Burnett has been activated from the DL and will start Thursday against the Milwaukee Brewers as the Pittsburgh Pirates go for their third straight win. Burnett, 38, missed five weeks thanks to inflammation in his throwing elbow. Despite losing a 2015 All-Star, the Pirates still hold the first Wild Card spot while also trailing […]

Grichuk (Elbow) Starts Wednesday, Bats Fifth

Randall Grichuk returns to the starting lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs, according to the Cardinals Twitter account. It was originally believed that the St. Louis centerfielder would only come off the bench because his injured elbow wasn’t healthy enough for him to play and throw in the outfield. […]

Adams (Quad) Activated From 60-Day DL: Not Starting Wednesday

The St. Louis Cardinals have activated Matt Adams from the 60-day DL, according to the Cardinals Twitter account. The first baseman will not be in the lineup Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs, but he will be available off the bench. #STLCards activate 1B Matt Adams from 60-day DL and designate LHP Nick Greenwood for assignment […]

Schwarber (Ribs) Returns To Starting Lineup Wednesday: Plays LF, Bats 2nd

Kyle Schwarber will return to the lineup for the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to the Cubs Twitter account. The outfielder will play in left and bat second for the Cubbies as they go for their sixth straight win. A rib injury kept him out of action since Sept. 1. […]