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Amed Rosario Ends Power Drought With Two-Homer Showing on Tuesday
New York Yankees infielder Amed Rosario led the charge during the team's offensive onslaught on Tuesday night in the 15-1 drubbing of the hosting Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Rosario went 4-for-6 at the plate with two two-run home runs and three runs scored to improve his season average to .279 and his OPS to .863. The 30-year-old Dominican veteran hit two of the Yankees' six home runs on the night, and the home runs were his first since April 22. Rosario, who isn't an everyday player for the Bombers, came into Tuesday's contest in KC with a .250 average (20-for-80) with only four home runs, 16 RBI, and 10 runs scored in 29 games played across 89 plate appearances. Because the 10-year veteran is a bench player in the Bronx, he's not of much use in any fantasy leagues, and he's currently rostered in just 1% of Yahoo leagues. Rosario's two-homer game is unlikely to buy him more playing time going forward.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Carlos Estevez Could be Cleared to Throw Soon
Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro said on Tuesday that right-handed reliever Carlos Estevez (foot, shoulder) was scheduled to see the team doctor, and if all goes well, he could be cleared to resume throwing again, according to Jaylon T. Thompson of The Kansas City Star. The 33-year-old veteran was pummeled for four runs in one-third of an inning in his 2026 season debut and then landed on the 15-day injured list with a left-foot contusion on April 1. While rehabbing, Estevez suffered a rotator-cuff strain in his right shoulder, pushing his return back even further for the Royals' bullpen. He has been trending in the right direction of late, but Estevez still has some boxes to check and will need to go on another minor-league rehab assignment before being reinstated from the IL. Lucas Erceg has been KC's primary closer with Estevez out, but he blew yet another save on Monday in a loss to the New York Yankees and could be demoted to a setup role once Estevez returns. For that reason alone, Estevez is worth stashing in deeper fantasy leagues for saves-needy managers. He's rostered in half of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Source: The Kansas City Star - Jaylon T. Thompson
Garrett Crochet Throws Successful Live Batting Practice Session on Tuesday
Boston Red Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet (shoulder) faced live hitters for the first time on Tuesday during a live batting practice session since going on the 15-day injured list last month with left-shoulder inflammation, according to Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald. Crochet threw an inning at Fenway Park and said that he will throw another live BP on Sunday. Compared to his prior bullpens, the talented southpaw said his session on Tuesday went much better. He said the fatigue that landed him on the shelf on April 29 is no longer a problem, and the issue of late has been getting his mechanics back to where they need to be. Interim manager Chad Tracy said Crochet's velocity was sitting in the mid-90s, and that "it was a good day for him." Crochet initially hoped to avoid a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining Boston's starting rotation, but at this point, one will probably be required. It means that it might be another week or two before Crochet is back for fantasy managers. He finished second in the American League Cy Young voting in 2025 and should not be available on the waiver wire in any fantasy leagues.
Source: Boston Herald - Mac Cerullo
Source: Boston Herald - Mac Cerullo
Brandon Marsh Leaves Game With Sprained Finger
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (finger) left Tuesday night's game at Petco Park against the San Diego Padres due to a right middle-finger sprain, according to Paul Casella of MLB.com. Marsh suffered the injury when he was tagged on the right hand by Padres first baseman Ty France while diving back to first base. He will undergo further evaluation, at which point we'll have a better idea of whether Marsh might have to miss additional time. At the very least, he probably will not be in the starting nine for Wednesday's series finale versus the Friars. He was replaced in right field by Adolis Garcia. Before leaving the ballgame, Marsh went 2-for-2 at the plate to raise his season average to .326 and his OPS to .837. Both Garcia and utility man Edmundo Sosa could split playing time in the outfield for the Phils if Marsh is forced to miss extended time with this injury. The 28-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder came into Tuesday's game hitting .338 (27-for-80) in May with a homer, seven RBI, 15 runs, and a steal in 22 games. Although Marsh doesn't have a ton of power or speed, he's having a career-best year so far in the average department.
Source: MLB.com - Paul Casella
Source: MLB.com - Paul Casella
Justin Verlander to Throw Live Batting Practice on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander (hip) will throw a live batting practice session on Wednesday at Comerica Park, according to MLive.com's Evan Woodbery. The Tigers are hoping to have Verlander throw four to five innings or 65 to 70 pitches as he continues to work his way back from right-hip inflammation that landed him on the 60-day injured list after his first start of the 2026 season back in late March. The 43-year-old future Hall of Famer allowed five earned runs on six hits (one homer) while walking two and striking out one in 3 2/3 innings in his lone start against the Arizona Diamondbacks before he was shut down with his hip injury. With both Ty Madden (forearm) and Tarik Skubal (elbow) potentially coming off the IL before Verlander does, there may be no room in Detroit's starting rotation for the aging veteran when he's ready to return. Even if Verlander rejoins the Tigers' rotation next month, fantasy managers will have better upside options to choose from. Verlander is currently rostered in only 4% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Gleyber Torres Feels Good After Swinging on Tuesday
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (oblique) swung the bat on Tuesday in the cage and felt good, according to Evan Woodbery of MLive.com. The Tigers will have Torres repeat that on Wednesday. Getting his swing back to 100% is the final hurdle to clear before he can go out on a minor-league rehab assignment. The 29-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list back on May 6 with a left-oblique injury, and he's been slow to recover. However, once he starts a rehab assignment, Torres could be back with the big-league club shortly after that, potentially in early June. The Venezuelan infielder is the Tigers' starting second baseman when healthy, but until he can return from the IL, Hao-Yu Lee and Zach McKinstry will continue to see most of the at-bats at the keystone in Detroit. Torres was an All-Star for the third time in his career in 2025 in his first year in Motown. He has very modest power and speed, but he's useful as middle-infield depth for his plate discipline and ability to get on base in fantasy.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Kerry Carpenter Making Progress, Could Face Live Pitching on Wednesday
Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (shoulder) hit in a cage at "near full speed" on Tuesday and could take live batting practice on Wednesday, per MLB.com. The 28-year-old has been on the 10-day injured list since early May due to an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder, but it appears as though he's making good progress and could go out on a minor league rehab assignment in short order. Carpenter was off to a bit of a slow start to the 2026 season before the injury, hitting .216/.299/.451 with six home runs, 17 RBI, and 11 runs scored across 117 plate appearances. However, the veteran slugger hit 26 home runs in just 464 plate appearances in 2025 and owns a 12.4% barrel rate. Assuming his shoulder gets back to full strength and does not impact his production once he returns to the big leagues, Carpenter profiles as a viable power bat for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Dylan Cease Plays Catch on Tuesday
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (hamstring) played catch before his team's game against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, per Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Cease was pulled early from his most recent start on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to left hamstring discomfort and was subsequently placed on the 15-day injured list on Monday. While the right-hander will miss at least his next few starts, the fact that he's already back to throwing could be a positive sign that he will be able to return from the IL as soon as he is eligible. Cease was off to a strong start to his first year with the Blue Jays before getting injured, posting a 3-3 record with a 3.05 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and 92 strikeouts across 62 innings (11 starts). He should be held through his current injury in a bench spot by fantasy managers across all league formats.
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Source: The Athletic - Mitch Bannon
Matthew Boyd Scheduled to Make Rehab Start on Sunday
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (knee) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, per Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. Boyd underwent surgery to repair his left meniscus in early May, but he appears to be progressing well and could be ready to return to the big leagues in early June. Boyd got off to a slow start to the 2026 season before getting injured, recording a 2-1 record with a 6.00 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and 31 strikeouts across 24 innings (five starts). However, Boyd's 4.13 xERA and his 49.6% strand rate suggest that he was impacted by some poor luck. In deeper leagues, Boyd could be worth stashing off the waiver wire as a buy-low candidate ahead of his impending return.
Source: 670 The Score - Bruce Levine
Source: 670 The Score - Bruce Levine
Logan Webb Set to Return to Giants Rotation on Friday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb (knee) is set to return from the 15-day injured list on Friday for his team's matchup against the Colorado Rockies, per Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Webb has been on the injured list since early May with right knee bursitis. The 29-year-old was off to an uncharacteristically poor start to the 2026 season before getting injured, posting a 2-4 record with a 5.06 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, and 42 strikeouts across 48 innings (eight starts). He's made one rehab start since hitting the injured list, allowing three walks and an unearned run across 3 1/3 innings with Triple-A Sacramento. Fantasy managers may want to avoid Webb in a tough spot at the hitter-friendly Coors Field against the Rockies on Friday. However, the veteran right-hander could get back to his usual levels of production now that his knee issue is behind him.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Susan Slusser
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Susan Slusser
Luis Severino's Next Start Pushed Back to Friday
Athletics starting pitcher Luis Severino has had his next scheduled start pushed back to Friday for the team's home game against the New York Yankees, per Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Severino was originally supposed to start on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners. However, the Athletics recalled left-handed pitching prospect Gage Jump to start against Seattle, opting to give Severino a few extra days of rest. Across 61 2/3 innings (11 starts) so far this season, Severino has recorded a 2-5 record with a 4.23 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 64 strikeouts. The 32-year-old's 24.7% strikeout rate is his best since 2022, but his 11.7% walk rate is his worst since 2019. He profiles as a capable deep-league innings eater, particularly when pitching away from the Athletics' hitter-friendly home environment in Sacramento.
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Aaron Civale Officially Placed on 15-Day Injured List
Athletics starting pitcher Aaron Civale (shoulder) has officially been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder tendinitis. The 30-year-old said after his most recent outing on Monday that he had been feeling something in his shoulder for multiple starts, so this IL stint is not a surprise. Civale has been serviceable so far this season for the A's, posting a 5-2 record with a 4.20 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, and 39 strikeouts across 55 2/3 innings (11 starts). The Athletics recalled left-handed pitching prospect Gage Jump to take Civale's place on the roster and make his MLB debut on Tuesday against the Seattle Mariners. It's not yet clear how long Civale is expected to be sidelined, but fantasy managers should feel comfortable dropping him and searching for a replacement on the waiver wire.
Source: Athletics
Source: Athletics
Griffin Jax Leaves Early With Back Contusion, Considered Day-to-Day
Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Griffin Jax (back) was hit by a comebacker on Tuesday in his start against the division-rival Baltimore Orioles and was forced to exit the game early due to a back contusion, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Jax is considered day-to-day after taking a 107.2 mph line drive off his back in the second inning. The 31-year-old tried to stay in the game, but he only made it through two frames before being pulled and ended up allowing three unearned runs on three hits while walking none and striking out three. We won't know more about whether Jax can make his next scheduled start until after he goes for testing. Jax began the year in Tampa as their closer with Edwin Uceta (shoulder) out, but he quickly was demoted from the closer's role after blowing each of his first two save chances. Tampa has transitioned Jax to a starting role, with Tuesday being his sixth start. He's been much more effective as a starter, going into Tuesday's game with only four runs (three earned) allowed with eight walks and 14 strikeouts in 19 innings over five starts.
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin
Max Muncy Missing Fourth Straight Game With Wrist Injury
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (wrist) is out for a fourth straight game as the Dodgers take on the division-rival Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium, according to MLB.com. And for the second straight day, Enrique Hernandez will start at third base and bat ninth against Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland. Muncy has not played since he was hit by a pitch on his wrist on Friday against the Milwaukee Brewers, but manager Dave Roberts said the team hopes that he will return for Wednesday's contest against Colorado. However, if Muncy cannot return soon, he could be forced to the injured list. Hernandez just returned from the IL to make his season debut on Monday, and he had two hits and an RBI. The 34-year-old Puerto Rican isn't a great DFS play in the nine-hole, though, and he's hit just .160 with a .481 OPS and four RBI in 25 career at-bats against Freeland. Muncy has struggled at the plate of late before his wrist injury, going 8-for-44 (.182) with three homers, a double, six RBI, 11 runs scored, six walks, and 16 K's to drop his season line to .258/.363/.515.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
White Sox Prospect Billy Carlson Suffers Fractured Thumb
Chicago White Sox shortstop Billy Carlson (thumb), who is ranked by MLB Pipeline as the team's No. 5 prospect, suffered a non-displaced fracture of the tip of his left thumb while scoring during a game on May 23, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Carlson's thumb will be placed in a splint, and he's expected to need four to six weeks to heal. The 19-year-old was the 10th overall pick in last year's June draft out of Corona High School in California. In his first 39 games as a professional this year for Single-A Kannapolis, Carlson has hit .257/.386/.340 with a .727 OPS, no homers, 10 doubles, 11 RBI, eight stolen bases, and 25 runs scored across 177 plate appearances. Carlson obviously still has a lot of developing to do on the farm, and he's a defense-first prospect at the moment. At the plate, he tends to get overly aggressive with a long swing, which isn't a recipe for success. In dynasty/keeper leagues, he's merely a name to watch.
Source: MLB.com - Scott Merkin
Source: MLB.com - Scott Merkin
