Spencer Howard Departs Early With Apparent Hand Injury

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitcher Spencer Howard was making just the second start of his Major League career Friday against the Mets before he was forced to exit early with an ailment mirroring a blister or finger injury. Howard, the club’s No. 2 prospect, has now compiled an 8.22 ERA and 1.96 WHIP over his first […]

Yusei Kikuchi Scratched Friday, Nestor Cortes To Start

Seattle Mariners left-handed pitcher Yusei Kikuchi has been scratched from his start Friday against the Astros shortly before first pitch due to neck spasms, paving the way for left-hander Nestor Cortes to earn the start. Kikuchi was roughed up by Houston the first time that the two faced off this season, yielding five runs across […]

Ken Giles Plays Catch Friday, No Timeline For Return Made

Toronto Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Ken Giles got two bits of positive news Friday as manager Charlie Montoyo deemed his MRI “good,” in addition to Giles himself saying he was also “good.” What’s also good for owners hoping to have Giles back soon is that he played catch Friday, presumably one of the last steps […]

Royals-Twins Rained Out Friday, Slated For DH Saturday

After the Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins had their contest Friday night rained out, it was announced that the club’s would meet for a straight doubleheader Saturday. Right-handers Jakob Junis and Jake Odorizzi were tabbed to make the start Friday and would presumably slot over to Saturday, although which game they’ll be on the […]

Alex Young Tabbed For First Start Of 2020 On Saturday

Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Alex Young will enter the starting rotation for Saturday’s contest against San Diego. All seven of Young’s appearances this season have come out of relief, having yielded five runs in 9 ⅔ frames with 10 strikeouts to his credit. Young will be filling the spot of Madison Bumgarner, who is on […]

Christian Colon DFA’d, Tyler Thornburg Called Up

The Cincinnati Reds have designated infielder Christian Colon for assignment, using his roster spot to bring up right-handed pitcher Tyler Thornburg to join a rocky bullpen. Colon’s path to playing time was about to be severely hampered when Mike Moustakas (quad), who is set to be activated off the injured list Sunday, returns. The Reds’ bullpen […]

Clarke Schmidt Lurking As Rotation Replacement

New York Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt could be an option for the Yankees rotation in 2020 after he pitched the best ball of his career down the stretch in Double-A in 2019. Schmidt was also shining in spring training and during summer camp before being reassigned to the alternate training site. The 24-year-old right-hander […]

Logan Morrison Elects Free Agency After Being DFA’d

The Logan Morrison Era in Milwaukee comes to an end after just 28 plate appearances. When the Brewers designated Morrison for assignment, he was not claimed off waivers, and he chose not to accept an outright assignment. His departure paves the way for Justin Smoak and Ryan Braun to see the vast majority of playing […]

Ian Anderson Has Better Chance To Debut In 2020

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka's torn Achilles has increased the chances that pitching prospect Ian Anderson will make his debut this year. Anderson needs to refine his control to have success at the highest level, but he misses plenty of bats with a three-pitch repertoire. The 22-year-old right-hander has been working on his secondary […]

William Smith Absent From Lineup Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher William Smith has been held out of Friday’s lineup against the Angels and left-handed pitcher Patrick Sandoval due to neck stiffness. With Austin Barnes getting the start behind the dish, manager Dave Roberts noted that a stint on the 10-day injured list is becoming increasingly likely for Smith. He has reeled […]

Alex Kirilloff Raking At Alternate Site

Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff has been raking at the team's alternate training site and could get a call-up soon to provide a useful bat off the bench for the first-place team in the American League Central. Kirilloff is unlikely to be a must-own in mixed leagues until 2021 or beyond, especially because there isn't […]

Max Muncy Out Of Lineup Friday Due To Planned Rest

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Max Muncy is not among the club’s starting nine for Friday’s contest versus the Angels and left-hander Patrick Sandoval. Edwin Rios is starting at first in place of Muncy, whom manager Dave Roberts says is just getting a planned night of rest. Entering play Friday, Muncy’s 90 plate appearances were […]

Brendan Rodgers Could Get A Shot At Second Base

Colorado Rockies middle infielder Brendan Rodgers could get a shot at the keystone in the big leagues with Ryan McMahon slumping and Chris Owings (hamstring) injured. Colorado has been using Garrett Hampson to shore up their outfield, which may allow Rodgers to see meaningful at-bats if he's called up. The 24-year-old is the club's best […]

Cal Quantrill Set To Start Saturday Against Arizona

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Cal Quantrill will enter the starting rotation for Saturday’s contest against the Arizona Diamondbacks, making his first start of 2020. Quantrill has experience with the starting staff, having made 18 starts last season to the tune of a 5.69 ERA. His numbers out of relief -- where he has spent […]

Matt Manning An Option If Tigers Decide To Bolster Rotation

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matt Manning could make his major league debut in 2020 if the Tigers want to upgrade their starting rotation. Casey Mize, the team's top pitching prospect, should get the call first, but Manning could be right behind him, as well as lefty Tarik Skubal and Alex Faedo. All of the team's […]

Bubba Starling Activated From Injured List

Kansas City Royals outfielder Bubba Starling has been out of the mix due to a non-COVID-19 illness, but he was activated prior to Friday’s contest against Minnesota. Starling last appeared Aug. 4 and has compiled just four hits with one extra-base hit in his first nine games. Should he reclaim full-time duties in center field, […]

Cameron Maybin Activated From Injured List

Detroit Tigers outfielder Cameron Maybin rejoined the club for Friday’s contest against Cleveland, manning right field and batting seventh. Having been sidelined since July 30 due to a strained right quad, Maybin has five hits in his first six games, but also six strikeouts. Detroit seems committed to giving Maybin an everyday look in the […]

Andrelton Simmons Not Expected Back Until Next Week

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons will miss at least the team’s next three games, manager Joe Maddon confirmed Friday. Simmons has been absent from the Angels’ lineup since July 27 due to an ankle injury, and while a return seemed possible this weekend against the Dodgers, he will have to wait until Monday against […]

Starlin Castro Lands On Injured List With Broken Wrist

Washington Nationals second baseman Starlin Castro was in the midst of an excellent offensive start to the season when he sustained a broken right wrist Friday against the Orioles, a continuation of a contest from last weekend. Castro cedes way to rookie Luis Garcia, who figures to see a large amount of playing time in […]

Robinson Chirinos Lands On Injured List Due To Ankle Ailment

Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to ankle soreness. The club has recalled Jose Trevino from its alternate site to take his spot on the roster and provide Jeff Mathis with a backup. Chirinos has scuffled at the dish to begin 2020, hitting .129 with just one […]

Starlin Castro To Have X-Rays, Luis Garcia To Make MLB Debut

Washington Nationals second baseman Starlin Castro has been diagnosed with a sore left wrist following Friday’s game against the Orioles. Castro underwent x-rays but did not immediately have the results. With the team playing two games Friday, rookie Luis Garcia -- ranked as the club’s No. 2 prospect -- has been selected off of the […]

Ryan Braun Sits Friday, Will Return To Field Saturday, Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Ryan Braun is not among the starting nine for Friday’s contest against the Cubs and right-handed pitcher Alec Mills. Manager Craig Counsell said that the move was by design to give Braun time to recover as he is just making his return from a finger infection. His next step is to […]

Corey Seager Cleared To Return To Shortstop Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager has gotten the thumbs up to man the shortstop spot Friday against the Angels and left-hander Patrick Sandoval. Seager returned to the lineup Thursday as the designated hitter after a six-day layoff due to a recurring calf ailment. The 26-year-old has been clobbering the ball thus far in 2020, […]

Joey Bart May Force The Giants' Hand

The San Francisco Giants have been going with a Tyler Heineman/Chadwick Tromp tandem behind the plate with Buster Posey opting out of the 2020 season, but Giants players and fans are clamoring for Joey Bart, the No. 2 overall pick in 2018. Bart has drawn praise from the big league pitching staff and has shown […]

Robinson Cano Activated From Injured List

New York Mets second baseman Robinson Cano will rejoin the team’s starting lineup as the designated hitter for Friday’s contest against the Phillies and rookie right-hander Spencer Howard. Cano has been out of the mix since Aug. 3 due to a groin injury, but he was off to a torrid start before being sidelined. In […]

Cristian Pache Could Offer Braves A Defensive Upgrade

Atlanta Braves outfielder Cristian Pache (ankle) is fully recovered from a sprained ankle that he suffered in summer camp and could offer the team an upgrade both on offense and in center field over the struggling Ender Inciarte. The 21-year-old is the consensus best defender in the minors, but his bat is certainly behind his […]

Tyler Chatwood Scratched From Start Friday; Alec Mills Steps In

Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Tyler Chatwood will not start Friday’s contest against the Brewers due to tightness in his back. Righty Alec Mills has been tabbed to take his place. Chatwood opened the year with two excellent starts at Wrigley Field (one coming against Milwaukee), before being mollywhopped last Thursday (11 hits, eight runs) in […]

Tigers Could Consider Adding Casey Mize

The Detroit Tigers are in contention to begin the season with a 9-7 record after losing 114 games last year, but they have just one pitcher who has made multiple starts while posting an ERA better than 5.74. Casey Mize, the No. 1 overall pick in 2018, could be an option to join the starting […]

Donovan Solano Returns To Starting Lineup Friday

San Francisco Giants infielder Donovan Solano rejoins the team’s lineup Friday against the A’s and left-hander Jesus Luzardo. Solano had been out of the mix since Aug. 10, yet he still leads the Majors with nine doubles. The early part of the 2020 year has been a breakout for the veteran, who is batting a […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (8/14/20): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Last night was the conclusion of one of the greatest storylines in modern NBA history. The league has never seen an obstacle like COVID-19, and how the players dealt with the bubble and an impromptu restart was going to be a enlightening experience about plenty of young and even experienced players. First off, all respect […]