Taylor Ward Hitless During Tuesday's Loss

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward went without a hit across three at-bats in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Miami Marlins. The one positive for the 28-year-old was a sacrifice fly in the ninth inning. The contest brought down Ward's line to .303/.393/.540, and he also has 12 HRs, 42 runs, 33 RBI, and two […]

CT Scan Reveals Fracture In Chris Taylor's Foot

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (foot) underwent a CT scan on Tuesday, which revealed a fracture in his left foot. The Dodgers are expected to place Taylor on the injured list, and there is no timetable for his return. "It's a small fracture, but it's going to be a little longer than initially expected," […]

Curt Casali Placed On The 10-Day Injured List

San Francisco Giants catcher Curt Casali (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. He suffered a Grade 2 oblique strain on Monday and is expected to miss the next three-to-four weeks. The 33-year-old is slashing .231/.325/.370 with four home runs, 14 RBI, and 13 runs over 41 games in 2022. San Francisco is […]

Chris Taylor Absent From Tuesday's Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (ankle) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Colorado Rockies. He was removed in the sixth inning of Monday's win over the Rockies due to left ankle swelling. The 31-year-old underwent a CT scan on Tuesday and is considered day-to-day. Taylor has been solid for fantasy […]

Craig Kimbrel Undergoing CT Scan

Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts said that closer Craig Kimbrel (back) is undergoing a CT scan on Tuesday after X-rays came back negative. Kimbrel was hit by a line drive against the San Diego Padres when he blew a save on Sunday in the series finale. Fantasy managers need to prepare for the possibility […]

Jesus Luzardo Throws Bullpen Session

Miami Marlins left-hander Jesus Luzardo (forearm) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday. He was moved to the 60-day injured list on June 15, and the Marlins initially thought he would miss just one turn through the rotation. It's unclear how many bullpen sessions Luzardo will need before he's cleared to resume facing live hitters […]

Anthony Bender Plays Catch Tuesday

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Anthony Bender (back) played catch from 60 feet on Tuesday in Jupiter, Fla. He underwent an MRI exam on May 26 that revealed no further damage. Bender last pitched in a major league game on May 18, but he's getting closer to returning to game action. The 27-year-old right-hander is making […]

Cody Poteet Begins Rehab Assignment

Miami Marlins right-hander Cody Poteet (elbow) started a minor league rehab assignment on Monday with Single-A Jupiter and threw two innings. Poteet last started for the Marlins on May 25 against the Tampa Bay Rays and reported soreness in his elbow to the medical staff. The 27-year-old could be back with the Marlins later this […]

Edward Cabrera Throws Bullpen Monday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera (elbow) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Monday and is scheduled to throw another one on Thursday. Cabrera was scheduled to make a minor league rehab start for Triple-A Jacksonville on June 22, but that never happened due to a personal issue. He was placed on the injured list […]

Andrew Cogliano Signs One-Year Deal With Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche veteran winger Andrew Cogliano will be returning to Denver to take another run for the Stanley Cup. The speedy tight-checking forward signed a one-year deal at an undisclosed amount Tuesday. Cogliano plays a critical role with the Avalanche. His veteran leadership helps Colorado be successful. However, regarding fantasy hockey, the former Anaheim Ducks […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Doing Mobility Exercises

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (back) is in Jupiter, Fla., doing mobility exercises, and like Jorge Soler, he received an injection. Chisholm returned to the starting lineup on June 28 for the first time since June 25 before he was replaced in the second inning. The pain was "really up there" for Chisholm. […]

Jorge Soler Receives Injection

Miami Marlins outfielder Jorge Soler (pelvis) is rehabbing with core and mobility training in Florida after being placed on the 10-day injured list with bilateral pelvis inflammation. According to skipper Don Mattingly, Soler received an injection. "I think Jorge was trying to get through this back pain," Mattingly said prior to the July 1 game […]

Casey DeSmith Signs Two-Year Contract With Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Penguins netminder Casey DeSmith signed a two-year, $3.6 million contract Tuesday. The contract averages out to $1.8 million per year. With the agreement set in stone, DeSmith won't be an unrestricted free agent come July 13. The Rochester, New Hampshire, native has started 82 games in his career for the Penguins. He is 43-28-11 […]

Jon Berti Dealing With Lower-Extremity Tightness

Miami Marlins utility infielder Jon Berti has missed the last two games with lower-extremity tightness, but manager Don Mattingly is optimistic about baseball's stolen base leader returning on Wednesday. "He's been dealing with it, but I feel like the two days is going to be really beneficial," Mattingly said. "He's a guy that we don't […]

Nelson Cruz Scratched Tuesday

Washington Nationals designated hitter Nelson Cruz was scratched from the starting lineup just before first pitch on Tuesday against the Philadelphia Phillies for an undisclosed reason. We'll likely have the reason why Cruz was scratched shortly, so stay tuned for more information. The Nats will be without both Cruz and slugger Juan Soto (calf) against […]

Brandon Crawford Activated And Starting On Tuesday

As expected, San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (knee) has been activated from the 10-day injured list. He will be included in the team's starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Crawford was on the injured list for the minimum 10 days due to a left knee injury. After Crawford initially landed on […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Retreats To The Bench On Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is not included in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. Raimel Tapia will be covering Gurriel's usual left field post for the game. Gurriel got off to a slow start to the season, but he's really turned a corner over the past month or […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Getting A Breather On Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is getting the day off on Tuesday as the team takes on right-hander Adrian Martinez and the Oakland Athletics. Cavan Biggio will be covering first base for the game. This will be just the second day off this season so far for Guerrero. The 23-year-old phenom has […]

Josh Naylor A Late Scratch On Tuesday

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Josh Naylor (back) was a late scratch from the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Tigers. No official word has been given yet for the reasoning of the scratch, but it's likely related to the back spasms he was suffering on Monday. He began experiencing back spasms in the […]

Spencer Howard Recalled Ahead Of Tuesday's Start

The Texas Rangers have recalled right-hander Spencer Howard from Triple-A. He will be the team's starting pitcher for Tuesday night's game against the Baltimore Orioles. In a corresponding move, fellow right-hander Josh Sborz was sent to Triple-A. Howard has struggled over his three appearances in the majors so far this year. Over 6.2 innings, he's […]

Anthony Rizzo Scratched With Back Stiffness Tuesday

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) is a late scratch from the starting lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. DJ LeMahieu will now be covering first base for the game. Rizzo is reportedly dealing with lower back stiffness. We should know more about the severity of the ailment soon. For […]

Andrew Heaney Throws Bullpen Session Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Andrew Heaney (shoulder) went through a bullpen session on Tuesday. This was the first time he'd thrown off a mound since landing on the injured list a few weeks back. Heaney has been dealing with left shoulder inflammation since mid-April. After being on the injured list for two months, he briefly […]

Jean Segura Takes Grounders On Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Jean Segura (finger) was out on the field taking ground balls prior to the team's game against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday. However, he was not throwing the ball. Segura, who underwent surgery on his broken right index finger about a month ago, recently had pins removed from his finger. When he […]

Chris Archer Lands On Injured List With Hip Tightness

The Minnesota Twins placed right-hander Chris Archer (hip) on the 15-day injured list with hip tightness on Tuesday. The move is retroactive to July 2. Archer was scheduled to start against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, but he was scratched from the start and Josh Winder is lined up to start in his place. […]

Eloy Jimenez Could Be Activated Wednesday

Chicago White Sox skipper Tony La Russa said that outfielder Eloy Jimenez (hamstring) could be activated from the injured list on Wednesday. Jimenez has been cleared to play the outfield, but the team will likely avoid playing him in the field for three straight days in the early going. The 25-year-old is back with the […]

Seahawks Haven't Been Interested In Baker Mayfield

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said on the Pat McAfee Show that the Seattle Seahawks "have never really been that interested" in trading for Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield. Something could change in training camp, but as of now in early July, the Seahawks are comfortable having Geno Smith and Drew Lock battle for the starting […]

Yasmani Grandal To Begin Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (back) said he will start a minor league rehab assignment on Wednesday with Double-A Birmingham and he hopes to return to the team after the All-Star break. Grandal will likely serve as the designated hitter through the weekend before moving to Triple-A Charlotte. The 33-year-old veteran catcher has been […]

Willson Contreras Absent From Lineup Tuesday

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Fantasy managers should consider Contreras day-to-day for now after he left Monday's game early with a hamstring injury. When on the field, the 30-year-old has been a must-start, as he's slashing .274/.392/.498 with an .890 OPS, 13 […]

Rafael Devers Getting A Rest On Tuesday

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers is absent from the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against left-hander Jeffrey Springs and the Tampa Bay Rays. Christian Arroyo will be manning the hot corner for the game. This is nothing but a routine rest day for Devers, who has continued to smash the ball all season […]

Ryan Mountcastle Out With An Illness On Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (illness) is being held out of Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers. He is dealing with sinus problems, according to Orioles manager Brandon Hyde. Trey Mancini is getting the start at first base for the contest. Mountcastle has been hitting the ball well all season, compiling a .277/.315/.496 slash […]