August 13, 2025
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher
Juan Morillo earned the first save of his big-league career in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Rangers. Morillo came in to pitch the bottom of the ninth inning up by one and turned in a 1-2-3 performance with no strikeouts. The Diamondbacks' bullpen was plagued by injuries earlier in the season, and the team is now in fourth place in the National League West. Four different pitchers have seen save opportunities in the last seven days, including the 26-year-old. Morillo has a lackluster 4.76 ERA, a 1.66 WHIP, and an 8.89 K/9 rate in 28 1/3 innings of work. At this point, it seems like a true dart throw as to who may get the next save opportunity for the team, limiting the potential to find fantasy value.
--Connelly DoanSource: MLB.com
August 13, 2025
Texas Rangers relief pitcher
Chris Martin (calf) felt pain in his left calf while throwing a live bullpen on Tuesday and will pause his rehab ramp-up, per Dallas News' Shawn McFarland. Martin, who has been on the injured list since July 20, was progressing through regular bullpen sessions and training, but felt irritation when advancing to more strenuous activities. The 39-year-old was putting together a solid season before his injury, collecting 12 holds with a 2.36 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and a 25.7% strikeout rate in 34 1/3 innings pitched. Fantasy managers will have to wait for another update, although Martin was only offering fantasy value in saves-plus-holds leagues, given his role.
--Connelly DoanSource: Shawn McFarland - X.com
August 13, 2025
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect
Owen Caissie went 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI, and an additional run scored against Triple-A Worcester. Caissie belted his 22nd homer of the season and brings his season slash line to an impressive .292/.393/.573 and a 112:53 K:BB ratio in 400 plate appearances. The power numbers have been standout all season for the lefty slugger while also displaying a plus approach. There were talks of him potentially getting moved at the trade deadline, which would have opened up every day playing time for him, but it ultimately didn't happen. An injury would likely need to pop up for Caissie to get a shot at the majors this season. He'd make for a decent speculative add in 15-team formats in that case.
--Kyle McCarthySource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher
Aaron Nola (ankle, ribs) looked excellent in Tuesday's rehab start with Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Nola pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on four hits and no walks with 11 strikeouts over 84 pitches. The 32-year-old has made three rehab starts while recovering from ankle and rib injuries, compiling a 2.19 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts in 12 1/3 IP. This is encouraging for fantasy managers, as Nola had a poor 6.16 ERA, 1.51 WHIP, and 23.6% strikeout rate in nine starts with the Phillies before going on the injured list. It was reported last week that Nola may return to the Phillies after this rehab start, so fantasy managers should be on the lookout for more news.
--Connelly DoanSource: MiLB.com
August 13, 2025
Colorado Rockies shortstop prospect Ethan Holliday went 2-for-4 with a double and a strikeout in his pro debut Tuesday night with Low-A Fresno. The number four overall pick in the 2025 MLB draft batted second in the lineup and had a solid debut as the top prospect in the Rockies' system. He hit a grounder through the right side of the infield for his first hit after striking out in his first plate appearance. The 18-year-old has incredible raw power and posted ridiculous numbers during his senior year at Stillwater, with a .617 average and 1.309 slugging percentage with 16 homers in 32 games. He'll look to fly through the minor leagues like his brother
Jackson Holliday, and is a strong asset in dynasty leagues.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Thomas Harding
August 13, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers second baseman
Brice Turang (pinky) exited Tuesday's 14-0 win over the Pirates early due to a "slight pinky issue," per Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Curt Hogg. Turang went 1-for-3 with a solo home run off of
Paul Skenes and also had a strikeout before being replaced by
Andruw Monasterio. Per manager Pat Murphy, Turang was only pulled because the Brewers were up by so much. It sounds and seems like the issue shouldn't hinder Turang, although fantasy managers should keep an eye out for any news on Wednesday. The 25-year-old has been productive for fantasy once again, slashing .278/.344/.411 with 12 home runs, 56 RBI, and 21 stolen bases in 481 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Curt Hogg - X.com
August 13, 2025
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman
Willson Contreras (foot) exited Tuesday's 3-0 loss to the Rockies after being hit by a pitch in his right foot. Contreras was plunked in the fourth inning, and he stayed in the game until the sixth inning, when he was replaced defensively by
Nolan Gorman. The team reported the injury as a right foot bruise. Contreras went 0-for-1 with the hit-by-pitch before exiting. Fantasy managers should look for further updates in the coming days to get a better idea of whether Contreras may have to miss time. The 33-year-old has produced offensively while transitioning to first base this season, slashing .255/.344/.443 with 16 home runs, 65 RBI, and four stolen bases in 472 plate appearances.
--Connelly DoanSource: Derrick Goold - X.com
August 13, 2025
The San Francisco Giants recalled second baseman/outfielder
Tyler Fitzgerald from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday ahead of their game against the Padres. Fitzgerald played second base for the Giants earlier in the season, but he was playing right field at Triple-A and was slotted in the lineup against the Padres batting eighth and playing right field. Pitcher Carson Wisenhunt was optioned in a corresponding move. The 27-year-old was unable to replicate his 2024 success with the Giants in the first portion of 2025, slashing .227/.287/.333 with three home runs, 13 RBI, and nine stolen bases in 222 plate appearances. As for Wisenhunt, the 24-year-old posted a 5.04 ERA in three starts with the Giants, although he was not faring much better at Triple-A.
--Connelly DoanSource: Shayna Rubin - X.com
August 12, 2025
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder
Oneil Cruz (head) exited Tuesday's game against the Brewers after a collision in the bottom of the fourth inning. Cruz was replaced by veteran
Tommy Pham and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment from the team's medical staff. The severity of the injury has not yet been disclosed. Cruz is in his fifth season with Pittsburgh and has shown flashes of upside despite an inconsistent year at the plate. Through 108 games, he is slashing .207/.304/.398 with a .702 OPS. With his rare athletic profile and raw power, Cruz remains a key part of the Pirates' long-term plans.
--Julian BrookeSource: Pittsburgh Pirates
August 12, 2025
Chicago Cubs right-hander
Jameson Taillon (calf) is expected to make one final rehab start with Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday before rejoining the big-league rotation, according to manager Craig Counsell. Taillon has been sidelined since July 4 with a right calf strain but appears on track to return later this month. Before the injury, the 33-year-old posted a 4.44 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, and 95 1/3 innings across 17 starts. Now in his third season with Chicago, Taillon has long been a model of consistency, never recording a season ERA above 5.00. His return could provide solid stability for a Cubs team with strong postseason aspirations.
--Julian BrookeSource: Maddie Lee
August 12, 2025
New York Mets right-hander
Frankie Montas was officially moved to the bullpen on Tuesday after continued struggles in the rotation. The 32-year-old veteran has started seven of his eight outings this year and has pitched to a 6.38 ERA and 1.55 WHIP--numbers that mark one of the worst stretches of his career. Despite Montas falling short, the Mets starting rotation as a whole has impressed, ranking third in the National League with a 3.65 ERA. A move to the bullpen presents a possible reset for Montas, who has yet to find consistent success since joining New York's pitching staff.
--Julian BrookeSource: Deesha
August 12, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander
Tony Gonsolin (elbow) will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing an internal brace and flexor tendon repair procedure on Tuesday. The 31-year-old had been on the injured list since June 7 due to right elbow discomfort, and this latest setback is expected to sideline him for eight to 10 months. That timeline erases any slim hopes of a return this year and likely pushes his availability well into the 2026 season. Gonsolin has now lost two straight seasons to major arm injuries after missing all of 2024 while recovering from Tommy John surgery. He managed just seven starts in 2025, struggling to a 5.00 ERA, 1.42 WHIP, and .244 opponents average. Despite the recent health issues, Gonsolin owns a strong career track record with a 3.34 ERA and 37-13 record across parts of seven seasons.
--Julian BrookeSource: Fabian Ardaya
August 12, 2025
San Francisco Giants right-hander
Landen Roupp (elbow) is set to make his first start off the 15-day injured list this Friday against the Rays to open the weekend series. Roupp had been sidelined since July 23 with right elbow inflammation but now has a firm return date. The 26-year-old has put together a solid season with a 3.11 ERA, 1.43 WHIP, and 95 strikeouts over 20 starts. He'll slot back into a rotation that already includes
Justin Verlander,
Robbie Ray, and
Logan Webb. As the Giants fight to stay in the playoff hunt, Roupp's return could provide a timely boost.
--Julian BrookeSource: Shayna Rubin
August 12, 2025
Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter
Yordan Alvarez (hand) could face live pitching this weekend in West Palm Beach, Fla., according to manager Joe Espada. Alvarez is slowly recovering from a fractured right hand that has kept him out since early May. The 28-year-old left-handed hitter has been taking on-field batting practice and could take the next step this weekend. Alvarez will most likely need a minor-league rehab assignment after that, but if he can avoid another setback with his hand, he could return to Houston's lineup as the everyday DH in mid-August. The three-time All-Star and former Silver Slugger winner could be a difference-maker for the 'Stros when he's back, but he's running out of time to make a difference in fantasy lineups. He was hitting an uncharacteristic .210 (21-for-100) with three homers and 18 RBI at the time of his hand injury.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
August 12, 2025
Athletics shortstop
Jacob Wilson (forearm), who is on the 10-day injured list with a left-forearm fracture, began a hitting progression on Tuesday and continues to do baseball activities, per Jessica Kleinschmidt of Baseball America. Wilson fractured his forearm in late July but could be back in the big leagues with the A's before the end of August, barring a setback as he ramps up his activities. The contact-oriented Wilson was an American League All-Star in his first full season in the big leagues this year and was hitting a cool .312/.354/.439 in 94 games at the time of his injury. The 23-year-old has limited power, though, and has 10 homers, 45 RBI, 46 runs scored and five stolen bases in 396 at-bats. Until Wilson returns,
Darell Hernaiz should continue to operate as the starting shortstop. Based on his quality of contact, Wilson has been very fortunate to hit .312 -- his xBA sits at .284.
--Keith HernandezSource: Baseball America - Jessica Kleinschmidt
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