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Christian Scott on Track to Return Next Saturday?
New York Mets right-hander Christian Scott (hip) threw a bullpen session on Saturday with no issues, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. He expects to throw one or two more bullpens, which keeps him in line to be activated from the 15-day injured list on or around when he's eligible to return next Saturday, June, 27. Saturday was the first time that the 27-year-old threw off a mound since the Mets placed him on the IL on Monday with a right-hip impingement. Scott's injury isn't serious enough for the Mets to consider sending him on a minor-league rehab assignment before returning to the big-league starting rotation. The former fifth-round pick by New York in 2021 out of the University of Florida has looked good so far in 2026 in his return from Tommy John surgery, going 2-0 with a 3.10 ERA (3.84 FIP) and 1.35 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 19 walks in 40 1/3 frames across nine starts. With Scott's potential return coming in exactly a week, fantasy managers in need of rotation help should consider adding him off the waiver wire soon. Scott is only rostered in 14% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo
Michael Soroka Placed on 15-Day Injured List With Glute Injury
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Michael Soroka (glute) was placed on the 15-day Injured List on Saturday. Soroka suffered a strained left glute while warming up in the second inning of Friday's contest. This is a tough break for the D-Backs, who don't have a ton of reliable pitching options at the moment. Soroka will be out for at least the next two weeks, but could require a rehab assignment as well. In a corresponding move, reliever Philip Abner was recalled from Triple-A Reno. The D-Backs haven't announced who is going to take over the vacant spot in the starting rotation.
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Mick Abel Suffers Setback After Throwing Bullpen, Won't Return From Injured List
Minnesota Twins right-hander Mick Abel (elbow) had a setback with his recovery after throwing a 20-pitch bullpen session on Friday and will not return from the 15-day injured list this week, according to Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Abel will undergo an MRI exam when the team returns to Minnesota. We'll have a better idea of when the 24-year-old might be able to return from the IL after his MRI exam, but at the very least, he will most likely be out into late July or early August. The former 15th overall pick in 2020 by the Philadelphia Phillies was emerging as a pitcher to consider adding off the waiver wire with his return to the Twins' starting rotation right around the corner because of his strikeout upside. Abel has only thrown 20 1/3 innings in 2026 to this point because of his elbow injury, posting a 3.98 ERA (2.75 FIP) and 1.57 WHIP with 23 strikeouts and 10 walks in 20 1/3 innings over four appearances (three starts). Fantasy managers in mixed leagues can now hold off on adding Abel, who is rostered in only 20% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Bobby Nightengale
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Bobby Nightengale
Jordan Lawlar Heads Back to Injured List With Hamstring Strain
Arizona Diamondbacks infielder/outfielder Jordan Lawlar (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. Ouch, Lawler can't catch a break as he'll head back to the shelf this weekend. Lawler missed two months after suffering a fractured wrist in his sixth game of the season. He returned about a week ago and is already heading back to the IL with a hamstring strain that he suffered during Friday's game. In a corresponding move, infielder Tim Taza has been recalled from Triple-A Reno. He figures to serve as depth with Jorge Barrosa seeing the bulk of the playing time in center field without Lawler around. Lawler is expected to miss around 4-to-6 weeks of action, so fantasy managers in redraft formats might want to move on.
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Source: Arizona Diamondbacks
Nathan Eovaldi to Start Series Finale Against Padres
Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker said that right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (knee) will start Sunday's series finale against the San Diego Padres at Globe Life Field. Eovaldi was scratched from his start on Saturday against San Diego with soreness in his left knee, but it turned out to be a pretty minor issue. The 36-year-old veteran will head into Sunday's start with a 6-7 record, 4.23 ERA (4.66 FIP), and 1.17 WHIP with 83 strikeouts and 21 walks in 87 1/3 innings pitched across 14 starts. The two-time All-Star has allowed at least three earned runs in each of his last five starts while also giving up 19 earned runs on 30 hits (seven home runs) with 28 strikeouts and nine walks in 32 2/3 innings pitched for a 5.23 ERA (5.18 FIP) over that span. Eovaldi's strikeout rate has also fallen from 26% last year to 22.9% in 2026. However, with a great matchup against the punchless Padres' lineup, Eovaldi has a great chance to bounce back on Sunday, even though he's coming off an injury scare.
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Luke Raley to Miss Fifth Straight Game
Seattle Mariners outfielder Luke Raley (illness) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Raley was expected to return on Saturday, but he'll miss his fifth straight game with the flu. The Mariners are still calling him day-to-day, so Raley shouldn't require a trip to the Injured List. Rob Refsnyder and Connor Joe will cover the corner outfield spots against southpaw Connelly Early on Saturday. Fantasy managers should check back on Sunday for another update on Raley. When healthy, Raley has been a pleasant surprise with 14 home runs.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Adley Rutschman Lands on 7-Day Injured List
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (concussion) was placed on the 7-day concussion Injured List on Saturday. Rutschman will land on the shelf after being hit in the head by an errant throw during Thursday's game. He will be required to clear concussion protocol before returning to the O's lineup. In a corresponding move, outfielder Michael Siani is being recalled as an extra bat off the bench. Samuel Basallo and Sam Huff will split up the work behind the plate while Rutschman is sidelined. Fantasy managers should stay tuned for updates on Rutschman's status.
Source: Rich Dubroff
Source: Rich Dubroff
Shohei Ohtani Returns From Paternity List
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani (personal) is back from the paternity leave list on Saturday. Ohtani was away from the team on Friday, so he could witness the birth of his second child. He'll return on Saturday, batting in the leadoff spot and serving as the designated hitter versus left-hander Trevor Rogers. Over the last week, Ohtani is 2-for-14 with two home runs, two RBI, and five walks. Overall this season, Ohtani is slashing .296/.418/.545 with 15 home runs, 42 RBI, and six steals in 68 games. Fantasy managers can get Ohtani back in their lineups on Saturday.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Bryan Reynolds Back in the Lineup on Saturday
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds (groin) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Reynolds was scratched before Friday's game due to left groin discomfort. He would come off the bench and deliver an RBI single in his lone plate appearance. A day later, Reynolds appears to be feeling good enough to get back into the starting lineup. He'll bat third and cover left field versus right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano on Saturday. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Reynolds is in their lineup ahead of first pitch.
Source: mlb.com
Source: mlb.com
Elmer Rodriguez to Start on Sunday, Worth Adding Ahead of Return?
New York Yankees starting pitcher Elmer Rodriguez was recalled to make the start against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. The Yankees want to give their starters some extra rest, so they'll recall Rodriguez to make the start on Sunday. The right-hander has already made three starts for the Yankees this season. He owns a 4.15 ERA, 1.85 WHIP, and a 6:9 K:BB ratio across 13 innings in Pinstripes. Rodriguez has posted quality numbers during his 10 starts in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this season. The Reds offense isn't exactly striking fear into any pitchers right now. Fantasy managers should consider scooping up Rodriguez for a spot start on Sunday.
Source: Erik Boland
Source: Erik Boland
Trea Turner Returns From Calf Injury on Saturday
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner (calf) is back at shortstop and hitting in his customary leadoff spot for Saturday's game at Citizens Bank Park against the division-rival New York Mets and right-hander Freddy Peralta, according to MLB.com. Turner was hit by a pitch on the right calf in the bottom of the first inning on Thursday and eventually made an early exit from the game, but after a day off on Friday, he's back in action on Saturday as he looks to start turning his disappointing 2026 season around. The 32-year-old three-time All-Star and two-time batting champion enters action on Saturday with a .223/.276/.334 slash line with a .610 OPS, seven home runs, 21 RBI, 15 stolen bases, and 43 runs scored in 73 games across 319 plate appearances. He has yet to homer in 15 games in June and has gone 13-for-58 (.224) during the month with three doubles, two RBI, four stolen bases, nine runs scored, three walks, and 16 strikeouts in 63 plate appearances. It might be tough for Turner to start his turnaround on Saturday against Peralta, whom he has hit just .063 against with a .368 OPS, one homer, and three RBI against in 16 career at-bats.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Jared Jones' Waiver-Wire Value Dropping After Rocky Early Season Stretch
Pirates right-hander Jared Jones has struggled since returning from an injury that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season, making his 2026 debut less than a month ago. The 24-year-old has allowed 12 runs across four starts and is pitching to a 6.23 ERA with a 1.62 WHIP over 17 ⅓ innings. The former second-round pick posted a 4.14 ERA during his rookie season in 2024 and showed flashes of frontline starter potential. His 98th percentile fastball continues to anchor an elite pitch mix, but Jones has struggled to miss bats at his expected rate and limit damage. The results have not matched expectations, but the underlying tools and velocity suggest a turnaround remains within reach.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Liam Hicks Scratched From Lineup With Back Tightness
Marlins catcher Liam Hicks has been scratched from Saturday's matchup against the Giants due to lower back tightness. The setback comes at an unfortunate time for the 27-year-old, who has been one of Miami's hottest hitters recently, riding a 10-game hit streak and slugging .517 over his last seven games. Hicks is slashing .278/.359/.472 with a .831 OPS across 73 games in his second season with the Marlins. The injury is not expected to be a major concern, but his absence will leave a noticeable hole in the lineup. If available, Hicks profiles as a high-end waiver wire option as he continues to establish himself as a valuable offensive piece for Miami.
Source: Daniel Álvarez-Montes
Source: Daniel Álvarez-Montes
Samuel Basallo's Buy-Low Opportunity Emerges After Recent Struggles
Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo saw his five-game hit streak come to an end on Wednesday and has gone hitless since, marking a recent downturn after a scorching May. Basallo is hitting just .160 in June after batting .338 in May and earning consistent starting opportunities. He has already recorded over 100 more at-bats than his limited sample size in his first year in 2025 and is receiving the playing time needed to break out. The 21-year-old is slashing .254/.316/.450 with a .766 OPS across 64 games this season and has shown flashes of an elite profile despite his recent struggles. Consistency will be key moving forward, but fantasy managers may want to capitalize on this buy-low opportunity before Basallo finds his rhythm again.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Spencer Horwitz's Recent Slide Opens Waiver-Wire Buy-Low Chance
Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz has cooled off slightly while navigating his most productive season as a professional. Horwitz is hitting just .160 over his last seven games, but the overall production remains strong for the 28-year-old. He is slashing .277/.387/.450 with a .837 OPS and nine home runs across 70 games this season. Now in his second year with Pittsburgh, Horwitz has lowered his K% from 17.8 percent to 13.3 percent while increasing his walk rate, showing clear growth in his offensive profile. The recent slump should not concern fantasy managers, who may want to take advantage of this buy-low opportunity before Horwitz gets back on track.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
