Frank Schwindel Stays Hot Saturday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel went 3-for-5 with his eighth home run of the season on Saturday. Schwindel was recalled from the minors on May 9th after a one-day stint in AAA where he didn't even make it to the team before being recalled. Since then, he has hit .281/.333/.542 with 6 HR and […]

Luis Severino Cruises To Victory

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino was dominant on Saturday against the Detroit Tigers, throwing seven innings of shutout ball while striking out ten and allowing only two baserunners. Severino had everything working, generating multiple whiffs on each of his 4-seam, slider, changeup, and cutter. He posted a 34% CSW% and generated an astounding […]

Ezequiel Duran Called Up, Josh Smith Placed On IL

The Texas Rangers recalled MLB Pipeline's number 76 prospect, third baseman Ezequiel Duran, on Saturday. Duran hit the cover off the ball for AA Frisco this season, slashing .317/.365/.574 with seven home runs and seven stolen bases. He has five-category potential and is worthy of a speculative add in most leagues. To make room for […]

Zack Kassian Skates On Top Line Ahead Of Game 3

Edmonton Oilers right wing Zack Kassian was paired with Connor McDavid and Evander Kane on the top line at Saturday's morning skate. He took over the right-wing role from Kailer Yamamoto (upper body), who was hurt in Game 2 and is questionable for the contest. Kassian has so far logged just a little over 16 […]

Andre Burakovsky Likely Out Again Saturday

Colorado Avalanche winger Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) missed the team's morning skate and likely won't feature in Saturday's Game 3 against the Oilers. The 27-year-old dropped out of the lineup after appearing to hurt his right leg while blocking a shot in Game 1. Nicolas Aube-Kubel replaced him for Game 2 and appears set to continue […]

Pavel Francouz Set For Another Start In Game 3

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz will likely make another start against Edmonton in the Western Conference Finals on Saturday. He had a wonderful game on Thursday while filling in for Darcy Kuemper (upper body), picking up a 24-save shutout and improving to 4-0 for this postseason. Kuemper has traveled with the team but missed the […]

Adolis Garcia Strikes Out Three Times On Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia had a rough time at the plate in Friday's game against the Seattle Mariners. He went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. The 29-year-old has been a disappointment, slashing .227/.266/.423 over 49 games. Garcia is worth a shot for fantasy managers in AL-only leagues, as he could be a source of power […]

Ian Anderson Gives Up Five Runs On Thursday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Ian Anderson was roughed up against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday. He pitched six innings and allowed 10 hits, one walk and five earned runs while recording nine strikeouts. He has now allowed at least four earned runs in three consecutive starts. The 24-year-old has struggled in his third year. Over […]

Rhys Hoskins Doubles, Scores A Run In Victory

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins went 1-for-4 with a double, a walk and a run scored in a 10-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. Hoskins swatted his ninth double of the season in the bottom of the fifth inning. Across 52 games on the year, Hoskins is slashing .223/.304/.404 with eight […]

Christian Yelich Goes Hitless In Friday's Loss

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich didn't record a hit during Friday's 7-0 loss to the Padres. He also struck out once over three at-bats and is now five for his last 37. In 54 games, the 30-year-old is slashing .223/.315/.368 with five home runs, 21 RBI, 31 runs and seven stolen bases. His power struggles […]

Bubba & the Bloom EP9 - Benched with Bubba (Episode 478)

Bubba (@bdentrek) is joined by Ryan Bloomfield (@RyanBHQ). In tonight's episode, the guys will go over some recent fantasy baseball news, take a look at some K-BB% gainers and faders from April to May, listener questions, and more. Be sure to subscribe to the Benched With Bubba Podcast, part of RotoBaller Radio's Podcast Network. Like and […]

Miguel Andujar Has Requested A Trade

New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar has requested a trade from the team, according to Ken Rosenthal. Rosenthal added that this is not the first time that the 27-year-old has asked for a trade due to his "lack of consistent opportunity." Andujar was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday and is batting .268/.279/.317 with […]

J.P. Feyereisen Dealing With a Bone Bruise

Tampa Bay Rays reliever J.P. Feyereisen (shoulder) received an MRI on Saturday, which revealed a bone bruise in his injured right shoulder. The 29-year-old righty was placed on the 15-day injured list on Friday and has apparently been dealing with shoulder pain over the last several weeks. Rays manager Kevin Cash told reporters that a […]

Elieser Hernandez Optioned To Triple-A

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville on Saturday, according to Craig Mish. The 27-year-old has had a rough go this season, posting a 2-5 record, 6.75 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 47:15 K/BB ratio over 48 innings (11 appearances, nine starts). He posted just one quality start and served up a […]

Luis Urias Not In The Lineup On Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Luis Urias (thumb) is sitting out on Saturday against the San Diego Padres. The 25-year-old shortstop exited the Friday night's contest early after experiencing some discomfort in his right thumb, which is why he's sitting out on Saturday. Pablo Reyes, who took over for Urias at shortstop on Friday, is starting against […]

Derrick Brown Showing Improvement This Offseason

Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown is down to around 320 pounds this offseason and has been more intentional about his physical conditioning as he heads into his third year in the NFL. Brown was over 330 pounds in 2021. The former first-rounder had an up-and-down season last year and finished with 41 tackles (27 […]

Alex Bregman Returns To The Lineup On Saturday

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman is back in the lineup on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals. After receiving a routine day off, the 28-year-old did not appear in Friday's series opener. Bregman has really scuffled at the plate over the last month and is hitting a paltry .189/.317/.283 with one home run and […]

No Timetable For Isaiah Oliver

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith isn't giving a timetable for the return of cornerback Isaiah Oliver (knee), but Smith did say that Oliver is working extremely hard to get back. The 25-year-old underwent surgery after suffering a season-ending knee injury last October, and he hasn't been able to practice with the team this spring. […]

Andrew Kittredge To Be Activated This Weekend

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge (back) has returned to the team's clubhouse prior to Saturday's contest against the Chicago White Sox, which likely means that he'll be activated from the injured list within the next day or two, according to beat writer Marc Topkin. Kittredge was placed on the IL back on May […]

Noah Fant Thinks Offense Is Favorable For Tight Ends

Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant thinks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron's system will be good for him. "Honestly, I like — now, granted, this is from just like a month coming in — but I like the way they use the tight ends," Fant said. "I like the way we get passing concepts down the […]

24th Lawsuit Filed Against Deshaun Watson

A 24th civil suit will be filed against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson on Monday by a massage therapist alleging sexual misconduct during past appointments, according to attorney Tony Buzbee. All 24 of the plaintiffs are represented by Buzbee. Watson has now had two new lawsuits filed against him in the last week, with the […]

Spencer Torkelson Sitting Out On Saturday

Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkelson is sitting out on Saturday vs. the New York Yankees. This looks to just be a routine day off for the rookie, who's slashing a solid .304/.360/.391 over his last seven games (23 at-bats) but has struggled overall this year. Torkelson is still hitting below the Mendoza Line with […]

Rangers Calling Up Ezequiel Duran Saturday

The Texas Rangers are calling up No. 4 prospect Ezequiel Duran from Double-A Frisco on Saturday. Per MLB Pipeline, Duran is the No. 76 overall prospect in baseball, and he was slashing .317/.365/.574 with a .939 OPS, seven home runs, 24 doubles, 31 RBI, 34 runs scored and seven stolen bases in 200 plate appearances […]

AJ Pollock Not Playing Saturday

Chicago White Sox outfielder AJ Pollock is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Pollock is out of the lineup for the fourth time in the last six games despite going 3-for-9 with a home run in his last two games played. Still, the 34-year-old veteran is still hitting just […]

Tyler O'Neill, Dylan Carlson Could Return Next Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol doubts that outfielders Tyler O'Neill (shoulder) and Dylan Carlson (hamstring) will be ready to come off the injured list in time to join the team for their series against the Tampa Bay Rays from next Tuesday through Thursday. Both players served as the designated hitter on Friday during their […]

Daulton Varsho Sitting, Jordan Luplow Returns

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Daulton Varsho is out of the starting lineup on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, while outfielder Jordan Luplow (foot) will return. Varsho is hitting a respectable .249/.325/.445 with eight home runs, 22 RBI, 27 runs scored and three stolen bases on the year, but he's gone 1-for-14 with four strikeouts in his […]

Gary Sanchez Taking The Day Off

Minnesota Twins catcher Gary Sanchez is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Sanchez will get a day to rest after he went 1-for-11 with five strikeouts in his last three games to drop his season line to .225/.287/.430. The former Yankee has six home runs, 25 RBI, 14 runs […]

Kyle Garlick Not Playing Against Blue Jays

Minnesota Twins outfielder Kyle Garlick (hamstring) is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Garlick went 3-for-3 with two home runs and three RBI on Friday night against Toronto, but he also left the game early with a mild left hamstring strain and won't play on Saturday. After his two-homer […]

Taylor Walls Out Again Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls (calf) is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Chicago White Sox. Walls fouled a ball off his calf earlier in the week, but he was reportedly available off the bench on Friday, so the injury doesn't appear to be very serious. The 25-year-old has been primarily […]

Gio Urshela Out Of The Lineup Saturday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Gio Urshela (foot) is not in the starting lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Urshela exited Friday's game against the Blue Jays early with a sprain in the mid-arch of his left foot, and he's being considered day-to-day for now. It's bad timing, too, as he was hitting .359 […]