Kyle Busch Fades Late and Settles for Third Place at Road America

Kyle Busch probably had one of the fastest race cars on Sunday at Road America but his car just could muster much late in the race. He faded considerably over the final 16 laps. First, he was passed by eventual winner Chase Elliott. Then, Christopher Bell passed him as well. In the end, he still […]

Christopher Bell Springs Up for Second Place at Road America

It was believed that Christopher Bell could do well at Road America. He had a winning pedigree with different racing cars on the track. He did not disappoint as the Joe Gibbs Racing driver surged into second place late after an impressive passing of Kyle Busch. The top four finishers at Road America on Sunday […]

Chase Elliott Wins at Road America on July 4th

Chase Elliott found himself in a familiar place during a road race. He was at the front. Once the No. 9 car passed Kyle Busch on Lap 46, it was pretty much over. The Hendrick Motorsports Racing driver won his seventh road race in the last three seasons in a dominating performance. He won by […]

Alex Bregman Won’t Return Before Break

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) has recently been doing some light running. However, he isn't expected back before the All-Star break. The 27-year-old right-handed hitter has been out since June 16 because of a strained left quad, but it appears as if he is inching closer toward a return. Bregman is batting .275, […]

Christian Arroyo Likely To Be Activated On Monday

Boston Red Sox second baseman Christian Arroyo (knee) is expected to be activated on Monday. Arroyo is currently with the team and is likely to be ready to roll for the series opener against the Angels. The 26-year-old has played well enough to justify his presence on fantasy rosters, currently owning a .264 batting average, […]

Yanks Send Tyler Wade Back To Triple-A

New York Yankees second baseman Tyler Wade was demoted back to Triple-A on Sunday. The 26-year-old hasn't done much this season, currently sitting on a .224 average to go along with 14 runs, 11 hits, and two RBI, with 14 strikeouts, throughout 49 at-bats for the big club. The move makes room for Wandy Peralta, […]

Kole Calhoun To Run Bases On Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Kole Calhoun (hamstring) will run the bases on Monday. The 33-year-old had recently reported to Triple-A Reno to prepare for a return to the big club. However, he was removed from a contest on Tuesday after his hamstring ailment flared up, although it may not keep him out much longer. Calhoun is […]

Eduardo Escobar Missing Again On Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eduardo Escobar (quadriceps) wasn't in the lineup on Sunday for the series finale against the Giants. Escobar was listed as out because of a quadriceps injury. However, with trade rumors running wild, fantasy managers may have seen the last of him in Arizona. The 32-year-old is batting .249 to go along […]

Maikel Franco Absent Against On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles third baseman Maikel Franco (ankle) wasn't in the lineup once again on Sunday for the series finale against the Angels. Franco tweaked his ankle on Wednesday against the Houston Astros and hasn't made an appearance since. The 28-year-old is considered day-to-day, and with the birds getting the day off on Monday, there is […]

John Means Makes Rehab Start On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher John Means (shoulder) made a rehab start on Independence Day for High-A Aberdeen, allowing a hit, which was a home run, and striking out two batters throughout two innings. The lefty has been out for nearly a month while working his way back from a shoulder strain, so his appearance for […]

Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 15

Happy Independence Day, everybody! We are coming up on the All-Star break, but that doesn't mean it's a time to take a break from the waiver wire! There are still a ton of capable starting pitchers out for the taking, and you can never have too much good pitching. Lots of top prospects are being […]

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 15

We have completed another week of MLB action and are now one week closer to the All-Star break. We are halfway through the season, and we are starting to see more new faces that may be fantasy-relevant. Either by injuries or just poor performances, more players are being called up or moving from a bench […]

Corey Oswalt May Get Another Start

New York Mets starting pitcher Chris Oswalt could be in line to be a permanent member of the team's rotation. The 27-year-old, who was recently picked up from Triple-A Syracuse, started in Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader against the Yankees. Although the righty struggled to some degree, allowing four hits and three ER throughout four […]

Alex Reyes Takes The Loss On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Alex Reyes took the loss in Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Reyes came in to pitch the ninth inning in a tie game and got only two outs before the Rockies were able to push across the winning run. The final line on Reyes was 2/3 of an inning, one […]

Andrew Benintendi Fans Twice In Return

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi (rib) played in his first game since June 13th after fracturing his rib. Benintendi went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. The 27-year-old is batting.279 with eight home runs and 31 RBI. Before his injury, he was even crushing it on the base path, swiping seven bags. He is a must […]

Jesus Aguilar Goes Yard On Sunday

Miami Marlins first baseman Jesus Aguilar hit a two-run home run in Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Braves. Aguilar went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and two RBI. Aguilar's two-run homer came in the top of the ninth inning and looked like huge insurance runs until Marlins closer Yimi Garcia had other ideas in the […]

Adam Duvall Gets Three Hits And Drives In Four Runs

Miami Marlins outfielder Adam Duvall had a strong offensive game on Sunday against the Atlanta Braves. Duvall went 3-for-4 with a run scored and four RBI. He hit a three-run home run, two singles, and a sacrifice fly. If Duvall played every game as a visitor at Truist Park in Atlanta, he'd be in the […]

Yimi Garcia Has A Very Rough Sunday

Miami Marlins closer Yimi Garcia had a very rough outing in Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Braves. Garcia was brought into the ninth inning with a four-run lead, not a save situation. He got through the inning, but not before allowing four runs on four hits and three walks, throwing 38 pitches, 25 for strikes. […]

Zach Thompson Throws A Quality Start On Sunday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Zach Thompson had another strong start on Sunday, tossing six innings while allowing three runs on five hits and a walk while striking out six. Thompson threw 87 pitches, 60 for strikes. The 27-year-old rookie has been excellent to start his career despite only mediocre numbers as a minor leaguer […]

Taylor Ward Exits Sunday's Game

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward injured his index finger in Sunday's game, and he will be now listed as day-to-day. The 27-year-old has been hot from the plate lately, crushing seven hits in five games. He is carrying a .244 batting average with seven home runs and 28 RBI. Fantasy managers don't expect Ward […]

Alcides Escobar Cracks Three Hits Sunday

Washington Nationals shortstop Alcides Escobar went 3-for-4 On Sunday. Playing in just his second game in 2021, Escobar has four hits, and one was a double. He has spent most of his career with the Kansas City Royals before getting traded to the Nationals. The shortstop has a career .254 batting average. He should be […]

Brad Keller Notches Quality Start In Loss To Twins

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Brad Keller had his best start in a long time during Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. He pitched 6 1/3 innings and allowed five hits, two walks and two earned runs while striking out seven. Unfortunately, the Royals offense was dominated by Twins starter Kenta Maeda and Keller wound […]

Richard Rodriguez Collects A Save On Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Richard Rodriguez was able to grab his 11th save of the season on Sunday. Rodriguez has blown two saves in 2021 and just seven in his five-year career. The 31-year-old has been a subject of trade rumors recently, with Toronto being the front runner in showing interest. Rodriguez is rostered in most […]

Anthony Rendon Leaves Game With Injury

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon left Sunday's game with an issue with his left hamstring. Rendon was 1-for-2 before exiting the contest. His lone hit was a solo home run. He now has six home runs on the season. In addition, the third baseman has six hits in his last five games. Although […]

Jurickson Profar Records Four Knocks

San Diego Padres utilityman Jurickson Profar went 4-for-5 with a run scored Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Starting in right field, Profar recorded his first four-hit game (all singles) of the season as the Friars cruised to an 11-1 victory. With the offense getting healthy and heating up, the slap-hitting 28-year-old has been mostly limited […]

Blake Snell Pulled After Four Frames In Blowout Win

San Diego Padres starter Blake Snell lasted just four innings despite giving up no runs Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Spotted a five-run lead, the left-hander was his own worst enemy, enduring too many long at-bats and requiring 81 pitches to get 12 outs. He fanned three on the day while permitting two knocks and […]

Jonathan Villar Activated, Albert Almora Optioned

New York Mets infielder Jonathan Villar (calf) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Sunday. As expected, Villar will be ready to play in time for the second game of Sunday's doubleheader. This season, Villar is hitting .246/.333/.410 with six homers and eight stolen bases through 183 at-bats. Obviously not a great stat […]

Jeimer Candelario Racks Up Three Hits In Sunday's Win

Detroit Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario helped lead the team to a 6-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. He went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and an RBI. He's now slashing .265/.347/.369 over 75 games on the year. Candelario started the year strong, but struggled in June. He posted a slash […]

Jose Cisnero Records One-Pitch Save On Sunday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Jose Cisnero recorded his fourth save of the year in Sunday's win over the Chicago White Sox. Gregory Soto entered the ninth inning of the game while the Tigers were up 6-2, but he went on to give up three earned runs over 2/3 of an inning before he was pulled. […]

Matt Manning Allows Seven Hits In Short Outing On Sunday

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matt Manning struggled once again in Sunday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Manning pitched 2 2/3 innings and allowed seven hits, one walk and two earned runs without recording a strikeout. Through four MLB starts, Manning now has an ERA of 7.94 and he's recorded just six strikeouts over 17 […]