Yusei Kikuchi Solid In First Spring Start

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi threw two solid innings in his first game action of spring training on Tuesday. The Japanese left-hander allowed one run on one hit while striking out three Cleveland batters and walking one. Not known as a great source of strikeouts, Kikuchi's fantasy value could take a big step up […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Returning On Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) is expected to suit up for Tuesday's game against the Miami Heat. He has been out nearly two months due to a right knee avulsion fracture. However, it sounds like he'll be ready to play in this one, but with a minutes limit. The team is going to be […]

Tobias Harris Might Play Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Head coach Doc Rivers is hopeful that Harris can get out there for the last game before the All-Star break. The team is likely going to wait and see how Harris feels during pregame warmups. Mike Scott and […]

Jeremy Lamb Expected To Play Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard Jeremy Lamb (knee) is expected to suit up for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to head coach Nate Bjorkgren. It sounds like the team is being cautious since Lamb is dealing with soreness in his surgically-repaired knee. Lamb has been playing slightly above 20 minutes per game this season, but […]

Ian Happ Named Cubs Leadoff Hitter

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ will remain the team's leadoff hitter to start the 2021 campaign. Happ put together a fine season for the Cubs last year and earned the job after opening the 2020 campaign in the ninth spot of the order. Manager David Ross spoke about Happ on Tuesday and said that Happ […]

Adam Wainwright Pitches Two Scoreless Innings On Tuesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright pitched two perfect innings in Tuesday's Grapefruit League start. Wainwright needed just 20 pitches to make his way through the first six Marlins in the lineup. He struck out one and should again be a solid if unspectacular fantasy option at the back of a solid fantasy rotation.

Keldon Johnson Might Play On Tuesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Keldon Johnson is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. Derrick White, Devin Vassell and Rudy Gay are all going to be sidelined due to the NBA's COVID-19 health and safety protocols. It's unclear if Johnson will be able to suit up, but his absence would make Trey […]

LaMarcus Aldridge Ruled Out Versus Knicks

San Antonio Spurs center LaMarcus Aldridge (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. Possibly, the illness had something to do with Aldridge's awful performance on Monday. His absence will mean Jakob Poeltl gets heavy minutes at the center spot. He's not normally a great streaming option, but Poeltl is […]

Kevin Huerter Will Player Versus Heat

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the Miami Heat. He is dealing with upper back tightness, but it won't sideline him for this game. Huerter is coming off a strong game where he recorded a career-high six steals. However, Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) is returning on Tuesday, but is expected […]

Joel Embiid Will Play Through Injury

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) mentioned that he was fairly sore after Monday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. However, Embiid said that he is willing to play through the pain in order to get the No. 1 seed. The Sixers training staff might not like that idea, but at least Embiid is being a […]

Anderson Espinoza Progressing After Elbow Surgeries

San Diego Padres pitcher Anderson Espinoza (elbow) threw a simulated game last week, continuing his road to recovery. The 22-year-old former top prospect hasn't pitched since 2016 after he needed two Tommy John surgeries. Espinoza should be healthy following his 2019 procedure and forecasts as a bullpen weapon for the Friars if he shines in the […]

Braxton Garrett Pitches Around Wildness On Tuesday

Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett pitched two scoreless innings in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals. Garrett came on for the third and fourth innings and threw just 13 of his 30 pitches for strikes, but he was able to get through both innings unscathed. He allowed three walks and only struck out […]

Pablo Lopez Throws Two Scoreless Innings On Tuesday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez started Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals. He threw two scoreless innings, allowing two hits while striking out one. Lopez allowed both hits in the first inning before pitching a sharp 1-2-3 second inning. Lopez will start one of the first three games of the season […]

Tucupita Marcano Showing Knack At The Plate

San Diego Padres infield prospect Tucupita Marcano has turned heads in spring training, demonstrating impressive plate awareness. Off to an early 3-for-4 start, Marcano has built off his strong 2020 summer camp and is included with regarded outfield prospects CJ Abrams and Robert Hassell III as youngsters with high offensive potential. Marcano, the team's No. 6 prospect, […]

Trent Grisham Still Focused On Defense After Gold Glove

After winning a Gold Glove in 2020, San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham remains motivated to improve defensively. After tying for the lead with six outs above average among outfielders, Grisham continues to nitpick his deficiencies. Offensively, the 24-year-old was a revelation last season, slashing .251/.352/.456 in 252 plate appearances, swiping 10 bases and popping […]

Jordan Hicks Hits 102 On Monday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks reportedly reached 102 mph with his fastball on Monday, according to Cardinals pitching coach Mike Maddux. Hicks missed most of 2019 due to an elbow injury that required Tommy John Surgery, then opted out of the shortened 2020 season. Hicks may not start the season as the closer, […]

Tyler Glasnow Unveils Cutter-Slider Hybrid

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow showed off his new breaking pitch and his familiar fastball velocity in his spring debut against the Twins on Monday. He blew away Minnesota with a 10-pitch first inning but allowed two runs on two hits (one homer) with three walks and three strikeouts in his 1 2/3 […]

Andrelton Simmons Remains Out Of Camp

Minnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons still has yet to arrive at camp due to unresolved visa issues. The team is still awaiting word on when Simmons will get his visa appointment, which they believed would be on Friday- though it ultimately didn't materialize that way in what continues to be an unusually long case. Shortstops […]

Ryan Zimmerman Homers In Spring Debut

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman began his spring Monday with a home run. Zimmerman sat out 2020 but is back for 2021 and says he feels good. With Josh Bell set to take most of the starts at first base in D.C. this year, Zimmerman is very much a role player this season. When […]

Dinelson Lamet Throwing Simulated Game Tuesday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dinelson Lamet (elbow) is facing hitters in a simulated-game setting in spring camp on Tuesday. Lamet needed a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right elbow last October and missed the team's playoff run. But the hard-throwing right-hander was healthy in the offseason and has been throwing some sliders already this […]

Austin Voth Sees Improvement In Spring Debut

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Austin Voth, who is fighting for a rotation spot with Joe Ross and Erick Fedde this spring, had a 1-2-3 inning in his debut on Monday. After a disastrous 2020 which saw him throw to a 6.41 FIP in 11 starts, Voth identified a couple issues with his delivery, involving his […]

Xander Bogaerts To Take Tee Swings Tuesday

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (shoulder) is scheduled to take 30 swings off a tee on Tuesday. Bogaerts rushed his throwing program early in camp and has come down with a sore right shoulder, although manager Alex Cora doesn't think it will get in the way of Bogaerts being ready by Opening Day. He's […]

Max Scherzer Looking at Friday Spring Debut

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer, who hurt his ankle this offseason, will take a bullpen session Wednesday and start against the Cardinals Friday. Scherzer never seemed worried about the injury and is still on track to be ready when the season begins. Despite last year's uncharacteristic 3.74 ERA, Scherzer suffered from a .355 BABIP, […]

Adam Engel Dealing With Ankle Inflammation

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel (ankle) has been scratched from Tuesday's spring contest versus the Texas Rangers. The outfielder is dealing with mild inflammation in his right ankle and should be considered day-to-day for now. Engel hit .295 with three home runs and 12 RBI this past season and is likely to operate as […]

Marcus Stroman Sharp In His Spring Debut

New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman retired all six batters he faced in his first spring training start of the season on Tuesday. Stroman struck out two, threw 22 of his 30 pitches for strikes, and sat between 91 and 92 mph with his fastball versus the Houston Astros. It was a great start […]

Seuly Matias Hits Towering Home Run On Monday

Kansas City Royals outfielder Seuly Matias crushed a towering home run in the ninth inning of Monday's game against the Cleveland Indians. The home run ball was estimated to be at least 520 feet. It hit the top of a palm tree near the left field scoreboard at Arizona's Goodyear Ballpark. Matias is 22 years […]

Dolphins To Release Kyle Van Noy

The Miami Dolphins informed linebacker Kyle Van Noy that he will be released, according to a source. The move comes just one year into a four-year, $51 million contract. The 29-year-old had just 69 tackles and six sacks in his lone season with the Dolphins. His release will save the Dolphins $9.75 million against the […]

Logan Gilbert Expected To Make Major League Debut This Year

Seattle Mariners top pitching prospect Logan Gilbert is expected to make his major league debut this year. Gilbert, considered to be one of the top two Seattle pitching prospects along with recent draftee Emerson Hancock, will almost certainly begin the season in the minors. A 23-year-old right-hander, Gilbert stands an imposing 6-foot-6 and throws a […]

Adalberto Mondesi Was Hit By Pitch Before Camp

Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (foot) was hit by a pitch in the foot before camp started. Royals manager Mike Matheny released the update this week and stated that the team has been cautious with him ever since. It sounds like Mondesi should be able to make his spring debut soon. Matheny said that […]

Jose Abreu Will Start On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu will make his spring debut on Tuesday versus the Texas Rangers. The reigning American League MVP had a late start to camp after testing positive for COVID-19. Abreu is coming off of his best season and is consistently a great source of power and average at the first […]