Calvin Ridley Ready To Explode In 2020?

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley could be due for a breakout season, according to CBS Sports' Heath Cummings. With the departure of Mohamed Sanu, Cummings indicated that even with star wideout Julio Jones on the field, Ridley was still on pace to compile 96 catches for 1,354 yards and 10 touchdowns before an abdominal injury ended his season […]

Darren Waller Sneaks Into Player's List

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller made the NFL's "Top 100 Player's List," coming in at No. 99. The 27-year-old had a breakout season in 2019 after barely making a dent during his previous three years. He finished with 90 receptions for 1,145 yards and three touchdowns in addition to racking up 570 yards […]

Clayton Kershaw Throws Bullpen Session Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (back) threw a 15-pitch bullpen session on Sunday and will throw another one on Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts. Kershaw went on the injured list last Thursday with back stiffness, which is the fourth time in his career he's dealt with this injury. The All-Star left-hander said […]

Ryan Pressly, Astros 'Pen Beat Up

Houston Astros relief pitchers Ryan Pressly (elbow) and Chris Devenski (elbow) are both dealing with soreness in their elbows and are day-to-day. Long reliever Austin Pruitt (elbow) is also being shut down with elbow inflammation. Roberto Osuna was a late arrival to summer camp but made his season debut on Saturday against Seattle, giving up […]

Stephen Strasburg Throws Lightly Monday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (hand) threw "very lightly" on Monday, according to manager Dave Martinez. Strasburg is feeling less of a tingling feeling in his thumb after being scratched from his first start of the season on Saturday, but the Nationals haven't determined a timeline for his return. It's a disappointing start to […]

Juan Soto Has One Negative Test

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto has received one negative test for COVID-19 after being put on the injured list last Thursday. There's no minimum stay on the COVID-19 injured list, but he'll need another negative test within 24 hours to return to play. Manager Dave Martinez said that Soto is feeling fine and trying to […]

Jeremy Jeffress Picks Up Save No. 1

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Jeremy Jeffress came in with one out and the bases loaded to retire two Cincinnati Reds and record his first save of the season Monday. Jeffress cleaned up Craig Kimbrel’s disastrous outing and it is likely that Jeffress would be the next man up if Kimbrel continues to struggle. Jeffress has […]

Nationals Sign Josh Harrison

The Washington Nationals signed second baseman Josh Harrison to a one-year deal on Monday after he was recently released by the Phillies. Catcher Raudy Read was optioned to the alternate training site in a corresponding move. Harrison spent the first eight years of his career with Pittsburgh, earning an All-Star selection in 2014. He played […]

Craig Kimbrel Struggles In Season Debut

Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel struggled Monday versus the Reds. Kimbrel only recorded one out and walked four Reds and also hit a batter while allowing two runs. Kimbrel is coming off of his worst season in 2019 and his 2020 debut didn’t help his cause. Prior to 2019, Kimbrel was one of the most […]

David Bote Knocks In Two Runs

Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote went 2-for-5 with a pair of RBI on Monday versus the Reds. Bote got his first start of the season with a lefty on the mound and he delivered. Bote will be in a super utility role for the Cubs and likely won’t play enough to offer value to fantasy […]

Steven Souza Jr. Drives In A Pair Of Runs

Chicago Cubs outfielder Steven Souza Jr. went 1-for-5 with a run scored, two RBI and three strikeouts on Monday versus the Cincinnati Reds. Souza got his first start of the season as Jason Heyward sat on the bench versus left-hander Wade Miley. Souza is looking to be healthy with his new squad, but will be […]

Willson Contreras Stays Hot

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras went 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI on Monday versus the Reds. The All-Star catcher has been off to hot start and is now hitting .357 over the teams first four games. Contreras will have plenty of RBI opportunities being in the number five spot for the Cubs and he […]

Anthony Rizzo Hits Third Home Run

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo continued his hot start to the season on Monday versus the Reds. Rizzo finished the game 1-for-2 with a home run, three runs scored, an RBI and one walk. Rizzo’s home run was his third of the young season and his back issues have not seemed to have held […]

Jon Lester Shines In Season Debut

Chicago starting pitcher Jon Lester opened his 2020 campaign on a high note. Facing the Reds on Monday, Lester no-hit the club over five innings. Lester only had one strikeout and walked one. The veteran lefty looked in good shape and is looking to bounce back from and up and down 2019 campaign. The veteran […]

Mike Foltynewicz Designated For Assignment

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz was designated for assignment on Monday after he once again showed decreased velocity in a 14-5 drubbing by the Rays. Folty's velocity was also down during exhibition and intrasquad games in summer camp. He allowed Tampa to score six earned runs (three home runs) in just 3 1/3 innings, […]

Nick Burdi Looks To Be Back

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Nick Burdi looked dominant in his first outing of the 2020 season on Sunday when he struck out all three hitters he faced, including Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt and shortstop Paul DeJong. The 27-year-old hard-throwing right-hander missed all of the 2019 season after undergoing surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome, which […]

Maurice Canady Chooses To Opt Out Of The 2020 Season

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Maurice Canady has chosen to opt out of the 2020 season. Canady was on the Jets and Ravens last season, playing in 13 games and making three starts. He was expected to be a depth piece, although the entire Cowboys secondary is full of question marks after Byron Jones left to sign […]

Michael Conforto Hits First Home Run Of Season

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto hit his first home run of the season in the Mets 7-4 win over the Red Sox on Monday. Conforto went 1-for-4 in the game, with the two-run HR being his only hit. Conforto is off to a good start on the young season, batting .417 with one HR, […]

Michael Wacha Looks Solid In Mets Win

New York Mets starting pitcher Michael Wacha looked impressive in the Mets 7-4 win over the Red Sox on Monday. Wacha (1-0) went five innings, allowing five hits, including a home run, one earned run, and one walk while striking out four. In 2019, Wacha posted a poor 4.76 ERA and 1.56 WHIP in 126 […]

Kendall Graveman Gives Up Seven Runs

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Kendall Graveman gave up seven runs, six earned, on six hits and three walks through four innings in Monday's loss to the Astros. The Astros have been giving all of the Mariners pitchers a tough time to start 2020, so Graveman's outing isn't surprising. However, Graveman pitched better than his final […]

Dominic Smith Goes Yard In Mets Win

New York Mets first baseman Dominic Smith blasted a three-run home run in the Mets 7-4 win over the Red Sox on Monday night. Smith, who was hitting as the Mets designated hitter, was making his first start of the season. The homer was Smith's only hit in four at-bats. In 2019, Smith hit .282/.355/.525 […]

Kyle Lewis Reaches Base Three Times Monday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Kyle Lewis went 2-for-4 with a run and a walk in Monday's loss to the Astros. Lewis has been on fire to start 2020 and is quickly becoming one of the hot waiver wire pickups. Though it's only been four games, Lewis is batting .400 with two home runs and has at […]

Whit Merrifield Tallies Three Hits, Home Run On Monday

Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield led an offensive barrage for the Royals on Monday, helping the team defeat the Detroit Tigers 14-5. He went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, three RBI and three runs. Merrifield is off to a great start to the 2020 season. He's recorded hits in each of […]

Pete Alonso Blasts First Homer Of The Season

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso hit his first home run of the season in the Mets 7-4 win over the Red Sox on Monday. Alonso went 1-for-5 with the two run HR being his only hit. Alonso is off to a slow start to the 2020 season, batting just .125 with the one […]

Evan White Hits First Home Run On Monday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Evan White went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in Monday's loss to the Astros. White seems to be a fixture at first base for Seattle but even in a shallow position, he doesn't offer much upside. White had a triple slash of .296/.361/.471 in the minors but only […]

Seth Lugo Picks Up Save On Monday

New York Mets relief pitcher Seth Lugo earned his first save of the season on Monday in the Mets 7-4 win over the Red Sox. Lugo pitched the final inning and one-third allowing no hits, no walks and striking out one. Lugo typically can't pitch on back-to-back days and as a result, it is likely […]

Trent Grisham Cranks First Homer As Padre

San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham cracked his first homer of 2020 in Monday’s victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks. From the No. 2 slot, Grisham smacked a solo shot off D-Backs starter Luke Weaver in the first inning. He was hitless in his other three plate appearances with two strikeouts. The 23-year-old had held his […]

Shed Long Jr. Collects Second Steal Monday

Seattle Mariners second baseman Shed Long Jr. walked twice, scored a run and stole his second base of the season in Monday's loss to the Astros. Though it's great to see Long steal bases from the leadoff spot in Seattle, it's not something he has been consistent with. Long did steal 21 and 19 bases […]

Cal Quantrill Spells Joey Lucchesi, Earns Victory

San Diego Padres pitcher Cal Quantrill collected a victory in relief Monday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Starter Joey Lucchesi meandered through 3 2/3 innings, yielding two earned runs and six baserunners before being yanked after 61 pitches. Quantrill spelled him and completed 1 1/3 scoreless frames, permitting a hit and walk apiece with a strikeout. […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Clears Sacks With Three-Bagger

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. went 2-for-4 with a triple and three RBI in Monday’s victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks. With the bases loaded in the fourth inning, Tatis gapped a laser line drive to clear the troops with a three-bagger and iced the 6-2 victory. The 21-year-old is off to a solid […]