Logan Webb Pitches Well, Takes No-Decision Sunday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb took a no-decision despite a strong start in Sunday's 2-1 win over the A's. Webb pitched 6 innings, allowing a single run on five hits and a walk with seven strikeouts. The 24-year-old has now turned in six consecutive quality starts and owns a stellar 2.84 ERA and […]

Ty France Hits Game-Tying Homer

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France continued his torrid stretch Sunday, homering for the third time in his last four games. He went 2-for-5 with two runs and two RBI against the Houston Astros, and the solo home run was his 15th of the season. It's all come together for France in August, as he's […]

Ramon Urias Doubles Twice, Plates Run Sunday

Baltimore Orioles second baseman/shortstop Ramon Urias had a nice day at the plate in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Braves. Urias went 2-for-4 with two doubles, an RBI, and two strikeouts. The 27-year-old has done a serviceable job at the plate for the O's this season, slashing .267/.339/.421 with seven home runs and 28 RBI. […]

Week 22 Starts & Sits - All Starting Pitcher Matchups

There's not much time to make your move towards a championship. If you haven't analyzed your categories yet, do that now. Find out where you stand in all the pitching categories and where you can feasibly make up ground. Then adjust your lineups accordingly to close the gap and gain points where possible. As always, […]

John Means Takes Tough Loss Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means fell to 5-6 in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Braves. Means turned in a quality start, allowing three runs on four hits (including a solo home run) and two walks with five strikeouts over 6 innings pitched. However, his offense couldn't muster the run support. The O's have now […]

Larry Rountree III Doesn't Do Much In Week 2 Of Preseason

Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Larry Rountree III struggled in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers. Rountree got plenty of action with starter Austin Ekeler and veteran Justin Jackson sitting out this contest, but he didn't do much to separate himself this evening. The former Missouri Tiger was only able to pick […]

Tyron Johnson Hauls In Four Passes

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyron Johnson was targeted six times in Sunday's preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. Johnson would catch four of his targets, but only picked up 11 yards. The second-year wideout is competing with fellow wide receivers Jalen Guyton and Josh Palmer for No. 3 spot behind Keenan Allen and […]

Josh Palmer Snags A Touchdown In Week 2 Of Preseason

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Josh Palmer caught one pass for three yards and a touchdown in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers. Palmer put the Chargers on the board with his touchdown grab in the second quarter, but it was otherwise a quiet night. The former Tennessee Volunteer has been drawn […]

Jalen Guyton Snags Lone Target For 39 Yards

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Jalen Guyton showed off his speed in Sunday's preseason contest versus the San Francisco 49ers. Guyton caught a beautiful 39-yard pass from quarterback Easton Stick near the end of the first half. It would be his only target on the evening. The speedster is competing with fellow wide receivers Tyron […]

Joshua Kelley Struggles In Week 2 Of Preseason

Los Angeles Chargers running back Joshua Kelley struggled in his second game of the preseason against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday evening. With starter Austin Ekeler and veteran running back Justin Jackson being inactive, Kelley once again had a chance to prove himself. The former UCLA Bruin was unable to do that and finished […]

Easton Stick Tosses Touchdown

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Easton Stick worked as the starter in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers and played the entire first half. Stick got the start with the Chargers electing to rest starter Justin Herbert for the entire preseason. Stick got off to a rough start and was sacked for a safety […]

Freddy Peralta Plays Catch Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (shoulder) played catch on Sunday, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. After landing on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation on August 19, manager Craig Counsel has said that he's hoping it'll be a minimum stay on the IL. Peralta has been a big part of the […]

Miguel Cabrera Joins 500 Home Run Club

Detroit Tigers first baseman/designated hitter Miguel Cabrera hit his 500th career home run at the Rogers Centre in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. The home run was his only hit in five at-bats and he also struck out once. It was a special moment in an otherwise forgettable campaign for Cabrera. His […]

Humberto Mejia To Start Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Humberto Mejia will start Monday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Zach Buchanan of The Athletic. He will be recalled from Triple-A and make his first appearance of the season. A corresponding move will be made afterward. Mejia has just 10 career MLB innings under his belt, posting a 5.40 ERA, […]

Sammy Long Probable For Tuesday's Start

San Francisco Giants left-hander Sammy Long is expected to start Tuesday's game against the New York Mets, manager Gabe Kapler said. Long, recalled on August 22, has had a few stints with the Giants this season with mixed results. Across eight games and four starts, he has a 5.72 ERA and a 25.0 K% in […]

Gregory Polanco Placed On Waivers

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed outfielder Gregory Polanco on outright waivers Sunday, according to Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic. If he goes unclaimed, he can become a free agent if he doesn't want a minor league assignment. Polanco, who has spent eight seasons in the Pirates outfield, has never lived up to the hype that he […]

Josh Fleming Converts Three-Inning Save

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Josh Fleming allowed three hits across three scoreless innings and earned the save during Sunday's 9-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. He entered the game in the seventh inning to preserve a 6-0 lead. The southpaw threw three shutout frames to earn his first save of the season. He's now […]

Francisco Mejia Belts Three-Run Double On Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Francisco Mejia went 2-for-4 with three RBI during Sunday's 9-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. He lined a base-clearing double in right field to extend the Rays lead 6-0. It was his third extra-base hit of the month. The 25-year-old has had modest success at the plate this season. Overall, […]

Austin Meadows Drives In Three Runs Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 3-for-4 with a double and three RBI during Sunday's 9-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. He had a pair of RBI singles and hit an RBI double, driving in three runs on Sunday. The 26-year-old has now recorded 11 RBI over his last seven games. Meadows is […]

J.D. Davis Drives In Four On Sunday

New York Mets third baseman J.D. Davis went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run, four RBI, and a walk in the Mets 7-2 win over the Dodgers on Sunday. The home run was Davis' fifth of the season and his first since July 17 when he hit two home runs in a game against the […]

Wander Franco Doubles Twice, Scores Three Runs Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco went 2-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI, and three runs scored during Sunday's 9-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. He blasted an RBI double in the third inning to plate Yandy Diaz to give the Rays a 2-0 lead. The rookie phenom added another double and crossed the […]

Brandon Nimmo Reaches Base Four Times On Sunday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo went 2-for-3 with two runs scored, and two walks in the Mets 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Nimmo has now gone 5-for-8 with a home run, three runs scored, and two walks over his past two games. Prior to this outburst, Nimmo had gone just […]

AJ McCarron Done For The Season

Atlanta Falcons quarterback AJ McCarron (knee) will miss the rest of the year. The veteran signal-caller suffered a torn ACL during Saturday's preseason matchup against the Dolphins. While the team was hopeful that the injury wasn't severe, it now appears as if Feleipe Franks will ascend the depth chart. However, the team will likely be […]

Javier Baez Returns To Lineup, Reaches Base Three Times

New York Mets shortstop Javier Baez (back) was activated from the injured list on Sunday and went 2-for-4 with a double, two runs scored, an RBI, and was hit by a pitch in the Mets 7-2 win over the Dodgers. Baez's presence appeared to jump-start what has been a lackluster Mets offense over the past […]

Ja’Marr Chase Expected To Improve

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is expected to develop after struggling during his short tenure in the league. The rookie hasn't impressed during training camp, and most recently, he dropped all three of his targets against the Washington Football Team on Friday night. Still, head coach Zac Taylor provided some praise for the 2021 […]

Marcus Stroman Solid In Win Over Dodgers On Sunday

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman posted another quality start on Sunday, going six strong innings in the Mets 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Stroman allowed just two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six. Stroman was able to finally get some run support from the Mets offense […]

Michael Lorenzen Picks Up Save On Sunday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Michael Lorenzen threw a scoreless ninth inning to preserve a 3-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Lorenzen worked around a two-out walk to get Lewis Brinson to ground out to end the game, earning his second save in as many days. The closer role in the Cincy bullpen has been […]

Jeff McNeil Could See Playing Time In Left Field

New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil went 1-for-3 with an RBI in the Mets 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. Following the game, manager Luis Rojas indicated that once Francisco Lindor (oblique) returns from the injured list within the next few days, McNeil will see more time in left field. Rojas […]

NFL Preseason and Training Camp Fallers

The NFL preseason is rife with hyperbole. Countless players report in "the best shape of their career." Unheralded rookies "really stand out" in training camp without pads. Coaches talk up almost every player on the roster. While that's all good and well, there are also players who struggle with injuries, inconsistency, and competition. The red […]

Dominic Smith To Potentially Lose Playing Time

Following the New York Mets win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday, manager Luis Rojas indicated that once Francisco Lindor (oblique) returns from the injured list within the next few days, Jeff McNeil will see more time in left field. Rojas told reporters that the preference is to play Javier Baez at second base, […]