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Orioles Turn to Andrew Kittredge for Save, Worth Monitoring in Deep Leagues?
Baltimore Orioles veteran right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge was called upon in the ninth inning on Thursday with the team up by two runs, and he threw a clean inning of work with no runs or hits allowed and no walks or strikeouts to earn his first save of the 2026 season in the 7-5 win over the Seattle Mariners at Camden Yards. The 36-year-old has an ERA over 6.00 on the year with a 1.57 WHIP and 15:4 K:BB in 14 2/3 innings, but most of the damage against him this year came when he allowed seven runs to the New York Yankees on May 3. Regular closer Ryan Helsley (elbow) remains on the injured list, but Rico Garcia has been manager Craig Albernaz's preferred option in the ninth inning with Helsley sidelined. However, with Garcia having a heavy workload of late, the O's opted against having him pitch on back-to-back days on Thursday, instead turning to Kittredge. Fantasy managers desperate for saves can avoid Kittredge for now. Besides, Helsley is nearing his return and could be back at the back end of the O's bullpen by next week.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
How High is Carnell Tate's Dynasty Upside?
Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Carnell Tate is entering his first NFL season with plenty of hype after being selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Tate was one of the better big-play threats in college football last season, recording 51 catches for 875 yards and nine touchdowns across 11 games at Ohio State. In Tennessee, he should have an opportunity to immediately emerge as the team's number one wide receiver on the outside. While the Titans have a pair of solid veteran wideouts in Wan'Dale Robinson and Calvin Ridley and some intriguing youngsters in Chimere Dike and Elic Ayomanor, Tate is clearly the highest-upside pass-catcher on the roster. Tennessee's overall offensive environment remains an open question, as Tate's fantasy value is tied to the development of Titans quarterback Cameron Ward. Still, Tate landed in an ideal spot for immediate production in Tennessee and enters 2026 as RotoBaller's dynasty WR14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Pirates Promoting No. 7-Ranked Prospect Antwone Kelly to the Majors
The Pittsburgh Pirates are promoting right-handed pitching prospect Antwone Kelly to the big leagues on Friday, sources told Francys Romero. The 22-year-old was born in Aruba and represented the Netherlands in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. In 54 innings this year with Triple-A Indianapolis, he has struck out 47 batters, and his fastball has reached 101 mph. Per MLB Pipeline, Kelly is considered the team's No. 7 prospect. The 5-foot-10, 238-pounder went 3-4 for Indy with a 4.50 ERA, 1.48 WHIP, and 47:24 K:BB in 54 innings over his 13 appearances (10 starts) on the farm before earning his first MLB call-up. With an electric right arm, there is obvious strikeout upside with Kelly, but he's initially expected to work out of Pittsburgh's bullpen, so fantasy managers shouldn't be looking to spend a grip on him off the waiver wire. Although Kelly throws plenty of strikes, he could be featured in a bullpen role long term, depending on whether he can develop his slider into a true putaway pitch.
Source: Francys Romero
Source: Francys Romero
Kade Anderson Remains Elite Stash Option Despite Unclear Path to Big Leagues
Seattle Mariners left-handed pitching prospect Kade Anderson has been nothing short of dominant since making his professional debut and remains an elite stash option among all prospects ahead of Week 12 of the fantasy season. After joining the Mariners with the third overall pick in last year's MLB Draft, he was sent to the Double-A level to begin his first professional campaign. Through his first 10 outings with Double-A Arkansas, the former LSU superstar has posted an incredible 1.29 ERA with a 0.64 WHIP. During this stint, Anderson has racked up 76 punchouts while walking just seven hitters. Additionally, Anderson has allowed two runs or fewer in nine of these 10 games. However, the lone concern with his redraft value is his unclear path to the majors. With Bryce Miller back in action on the MLB roster, the Mariners have six capable starters on the roster. Despite this, Anderson's upside on a per-start basis makes him a worthy target in all formats that have N/A spots.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Could Keenan Allen Find a Home Before Training Camp?
Veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen has caught more than 1,000 passes in his 13-year career, but with minicamp sessions concluding around the league, the six-time Pro Bowler remains a free agent. Now, however, as teams enter the six-week summer hiatus before training camp, Allen's name is one to monitor, as coaches and general managers look to put the finishing touches on their 2026 rosters. Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz had recently suggested that the door might still be open for a potential reunion, and on Thursday, ESPN's Colts reporter Stephen Holder noted that Indianapolis could still be mulling over the addition of another receiver, specifically naming Allen and Deebo Samuel Sr. as potential options. With the Colts trading away their leading-target earner from each of the past five seasons in Michael Pittman Jr., Allen would seem a natural fit as another big body in the intermediate area of the field, but as he remains unsigned to this point, the 34-year-old wideout is RotoBaller's dynasty WR111.
Source: Stephen Holder - ESPN
Source: Stephen Holder - ESPN
Is Karson Milbrandt the Next Marlins Pitcher to Debut?
Miami Marlins right-handed pitching prospect Karson Milbrandt was recently bumped up to the Triple-A level and is quickly approaching his MLB debut much sooner than anticipated. Milbrandt opened the 2026 campaign far away from a potential MLB debut, as he was expected to debut after both top prospects in the system, Robby Snelling and Thomas White. However, with Snelling out for the season, and White on the shelf with a shoulder injury and trending towards missing the remainder of the campaign, Milbrandt now has a clear path to debut. Milbrandt began the season with Double-A and posted a 1.34 ERA with a 70:17 K:BB over a short 47-inning stint, which pushed him up to the top club. In his first game with Triple-A, Milbrandt looked just as impressive, logging six shutout frames with two hits but only striking out one hitter. While Milbrandt will likely need more seasoning with Jacksonville, his path to the big leagues is far clearer with Eury Perez and Janson Junk both on the MLB injured list. The 22-year-old is now firmly on the stash radar and could even compete for a debut before the end of the first half.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Joshua Baez Holds Highest Upside Among Prospects to Stash?
St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez has been flashing his elite raw power over the past month at Triple-A and is now firmly on the verge of making his MLB debut. Even with Lars Nootbaar and Nathan Church returning from their injured list, Baez has shown more than enough upside at the Triple-A level to join the MLB roster and take on a starting role. Over his last 22 games with the Memphis Redbirds, the slugging outfielder has launched an impressive 10 long balls with seven doubles, two triples, and four stolen bases while carrying a .326/.390/.787 line. The lone knock on his profile has been the hefty 30.0% K% he has maintained over this power surge. While his high swing and miss tendencies hurt his profile in points leagues, he is one of the few prospects in the minors who possesses immense upside across the five standard categories, making him a top stash target ahead of his debut.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Ty Simpson a Smart Dynasty Stash for Drafters Willing to Play the Long Game
The Los Angeles Rams selection of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick of the 2026 NFL Draft went down as one of the biggest surprises of Day 1, but now that the dust has settled, Simpson's long-term dynasty appeal has grown more obvious. Since the draft, the Rams have agreed with Matthew Stafford on an extension that appears to keep the reigning MVP in Los Angeles through the 2027 season. With the Rams also trading away a handful of picks to continue bolstering a win-now roster, 2028 could serve as a natural transition season and a chance to begin building a team around Simpson after he's had two years to develop behind the scenes. While he may not have the immediate impact of some of the other rookies in his class, if the Rams believe they have their quarterback of the future, the franchise has a proven record of investing around their guy. The 23-year-old signal-caller is one of the safest bets to hold value over the next two seasons, and at RotoBaller's dynasty QB26, Simpson could turn into one of the smarter long-term investments as a late-first-round pick in superflex rookie drafts.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Luis Lara the Next Prospect to Debut After Massive Extension?
Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara inked a seven-year, $31 million contract extension with the Brewers earlier this week and was added to the 40-man roster, putting him on the verge of his MLB debut. Lara has spent the entire 2026 campaign with Triple-A Nashville and has held his own during his first taste of the top level of the minor leagues. Through his first 58 games of action with the Sounds, Lara has gone deep seven times while adding eight doubles, 20 stolen bases with a .336/.447/.493 line. During this stretch, he has carried a .940 OPS. His recent power surge is worth noting, as Lara only hit two total home runs over 136 games with Double-A last summer. While there is no clear spot for him on the MLB roster at the moment, Lara appears poised to enter the Milwaukee starting nine in the coming weeks, making him a solid stash target with high-end five-category potential.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
River Ryan a Must-Stash Prospect After Stellar Bounce-Back Effort?
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitching prospect River Ryan enjoyed a much-needed bounce-back effort at Triple-A Oklahoma City this past week. On Wednesday evening, Ryan tossed four innings of one-run ball while striking out seven hitters with only one free pass. This was a nice showing for the right-hander, who was coming off the worst outing of his young season, where he allowed a season-worst four runs and seven hits to Round Rock back on June 4. Ryan spent some time on the 7-day injured list earlier this season, but has since returned to Triple-A and has looked quite comfortable. Across 25 innings since returning from injury, Ryan has posted a 2.16 ERA with a 30:5 K:BB, with three of these walks coming in his worst showing. With both Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell on the IL on the MLB roster and starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski exiting early on Thursday night, Ryan has a clear path to return to the majors before the end of June, making him a prime stash target among pitchers.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
When Will Kaelen Culpepper Make his MLB Debut?
Minnesota Twins top infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper continues to showcase elite upside at the Triple-A level and is on the verge of his MLB debut. Over his last 15 contests at St. Paul, the budding infielder has carried an elite .325/.425/.581 line with a 1.005 OPS. During this stretch, Culpepper has gone deep five times and swiped four bags. Overall, the 23-year-old has looked quite comfortable during his first stint at the top club of the minor leagues, posting a .268/.372/.489 slash line with 10 doubles, 14 home runs, 14 stolen bases, and an impressive 49:35 K:BB. Seeing him not only maintain his five-category profile but also show a strong eye at the plate has made him an elite stash option among hitting prospects. Given that Minnesota has lacked much production in the middle of their infield, Culpepper appears to be on a trajectory to debut before the end of June.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Fernando Mendoza Could Be Brought Along Slowly
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza spent most of minicamp working with the third-team offense, as he did during organized team activities. While praising him for his work ethic and attitude, head coach Klint Kubiak has made it clear that the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft will not just be handed starting reps. With veterans Kirk Cousins and Aidan O'Connell still ahead of him on the unofficial depth chart, the next month and a half before teams gather again for training camp will be a critical stage in Mendoza's development. An opportunity to lead the second-team offense should come early in camp, but from there, Mendoza will need to continue demonstrating growth to push for a starting job that will need to be earned rather than assumed. While the playmakers in Vegas are not necessarily a deep group outside of tight end Brock Bowers and running back Ashton Jeanty, it's clear the team is doing all it can to set Mendoza up for long-term success, and at RotoBaller's dynasty QB17, he is worthy of an early selection in superflex rookie drafts.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
James Cook III Working on Ball Security
After missing the media-accessible portions of organized team activities, Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III has been a full-go at this week's mandatory minicamp, and the reigning rushing king told reporters on Wednesday that one of his goals for 2026 is to take better care of the football. Cook fumbled six times in 2025, with three resulting in turnovers, after putting the ball on the ground only once in 2024, resulting in a league-leading 16 rushing touchdowns. If Cook can help to keep more drives alive and resulting in points, the fantasy ceiling rises even higher for a player who has also caught 109 passes over the past three seasons. With Joe Brady moving from offensive coordinator to head coach, there's a natural expectation that he will lean on his three-time Pro Bowl running back during the transition, and with a fourth straight top-12 fantasy finish a very realistic possibility, the 26-year-old Cook is RotoBaller's dynasty RB7.
Source: Alec White & Maddy Glab
Source: Alec White & Maddy Glab
Pavel Dorofeyev Breaks Slump With Two Goals
Vegas Golden Knights winger Pavel Dorofeyev scored both of his team's goals in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals. Early in the game, Dorofeyev set a new franchise record with his fifth power-play goal in this year's playoffs. He also became the first Vegas player with four multi-goal games in a single postseason. These were his first points of the Finals. Dorofeyev started the postseason red-hot, but he found himself on a six-game point drought before Thursday's contest. The Golden Knights will be desperate for another big performance from Dorofeyev in Sunday's elimination game. Despite his slump, the Russian forward sits second on his squad with 12 goals in 21 playoff games and has collected 16 points.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Shayne Gostisbehere Delivers Two Power-Play Assists Thursday
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere contributed two power-play assists on Thursday in a 4-2 Game 5 win over the Vegas Golden Knights. Gostisbehere helped Andrei Svechnikov pick up a pair of goals, recording his second multi-assist game in the Finals. He has finished back-to-back games with power-play assists. After converting only 12.5 percent of power-play chances in the first three rounds, Carolina has improved to 37.5 percent in the Finals, with Gostisbehere playing a vital role in the increase. The veteran rearguard has amassed 12 points (three goals, nine assists) in 18 games during the postseason run, including nine points with the man advantage.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
No Timetable for Tyreek Hill's Return
Five-time All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill (knee) has not played in an NFL game in almost nine months, and with minicamps around the league concluding ahead of the annual summer break, the 10-year veteran remains unsigned. Hill suffered a severe leg injury that left him with multiple ligament tears and a dislocated knee, and it does not seem as if he's ready to join a team anytime soon. Hill's agent, Drew Rosenhaus, recently spoke with Miami-based sportscaster Josh Moser and told him that Hill "is still in the midst of a rigorous recovery and rehab", adding that there is no set timetable for his return. Hill, who has racked up more than 12,000 yards and 90 touchdowns in his 10-year career, has a goal of earning the Comeback Player of the Year Award, according to Rosenhaus, but should he return for an 11th season, it sounds as if it could come as a mid-season signing rather than a training camp pickup. At 32 years old, Hill has fallen to RotoBaller's dynasty WR82.
Source: Josh Moser
Source: Josh Moser
Andrei Svechnikov Nets Two Power-Play Goals in Game 5 Win
Carolina Hurricanes winger Andrei Svechnikov scored two power-play goals in Thursday's 4-2 Game 5 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals. He netted a 2-1 go-ahead goal in the second period and extended Carolina's lead to three with another strike in the third. Svechnikov became only the second player in franchise history to record multiple power-play goals in a single playoff game, joining Eric Staal. The Russian forward has been big with the man advantage in the Finals -- all four of his points have come on the power play. Vegas has killed off only 62.5 percent of penalties against Carolina. Svechnikov and his squad will look to exploit that weakness again in Game 6 on Sunday.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Nikolaj Ehlers Joins Special List With Another Three-Point Effort
Carolina Hurricanes winger Nikolaj Ehlers recorded a hat trick of assists as the team grabbed a 3-2 series lead in the Stanley Cup Finals on Thursday with a 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. He became only the 12th player in NHL history to register back-to-back three-point games in the Finals. It was an eventful evening for Ehlers, who also received four penalty minutes for a pair of delay-of-game penalties. Throughout the Finals, Ehlers has been a driving force for the Hurricanes, posting three goals and five assists in five contests. He has averaged a point per game in the playoffs, contributing seven goals and 10 assists in 17 outings.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
William Karlsson Likely Done for Finals
Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (arm) is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals against the Carolina Hurricanes, Bill Price of NHL.com reports. The Swedish veteran sustained an apparent arm injury in Thursday's Game 5. "He's not going to be with us probably," Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella said postgame. "We've got to find a way to fill that void. Not just with one guy, but as a team." In the playoffs, Karlsson has been part of a productive second line, earning nine points (three goals, six assists) in 15 games. An early end to the playoffs will be frustrating for Karlsson, who was also limited to 14 regular-season games due to a lower-body injury.
Source: Bill Price
Source: Bill Price
Nikita Kucherov Wins Second Hart Trophy
Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov has captured the 2025-26 Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP. He narrowly beat out Edmonton's Connor McDavid in the voting, finishing 10 points ahead. Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon was third. Kucherov won his second Hart Trophy, having received his first seven years ago. He earned 130 points (44 goals, 86 assists) in 76 games. While McDavid had eight more points, Kucherov's play in 2026 was in a league of its own. He posted 79 points (26 goals, 53 assists) in 41 games since the calendar flipped, with no other player reaching even 70 points. Kucherov isn't getting any younger, but he remains a top-tier fantasy contributor and will go after a fifth consecutive 100-point year next season.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Aaron Brewer, Dolphins Agree to Three-Year Extension
Center Aaron Brewer and the Miami Dolphins agreed to a three-year, $52.5 million contract extension on Wednesday that includes $37 million guaranteed, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The deal makes Brewer one of the highest-paid centers in the NFL. The 28-year-old initially went undrafted out of Texas State before eventually latching on with the Tennessee Titans and spending his first four years in the NFL in Nashville. Brewer has spent the last two years in Miami, where he has missed just one game. In terms of total contract value, he's the fifth-highest paid center and the third-highest paid center in terms of average annual value ($17.5 million). The deal more than doubles the value of the three-year, $21 million deal he signed with Miami as a free agent in 2024. Since joining the Dolphins, Brewer has the 10th-best pass-block win rate of any qualified center in the NFL, and he has allowed just seven sacks in 1,127 pass-blocking snaps. It's a big win for the Dolphins' new braintrust and new quarterback Malik Willis.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Abdul Carter Dealing With Sprained Ankle
New York Giants edge rusher Abdul Carter (ankle) suffered what sources are classifying as a minor ankle sprain during practice on Monday, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. As a precaution, Carter was held out of offseason practice for the rest of the week, according to Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News. He had a tight wrap on his ankle on Wednesday and did not participate in the team's walkthrough. The good news is that the second-year linebacker was not in a walking boot, and the goal is for him to be ready for the start of training camp next month. The 22-year-old former third overall pick last year out of Penn State should be fine for the start of his second season in the NFL in 2026, and both he and the Giants will be looking for him to take the next step as a pass-rushing linebacker. In his first year in the league in 2025, Carter finished with 43 tackles (25 solo), four sacks, seven tackles for loss, 23 QB hits, two forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries across 17 games (six starts).
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Dodgers Not Very Concerned About Shohei Ohtani's Knee Injury
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said his level of concern with two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani's knee injury is "not high," and that he feels good about Ohtani being back in the starting lineup for Friday's series opener versus the Chicago White Sox, according to Jack Harris of The California Post. Ohtani first felt something in his knee/hamstring area after a stolen base attempt on what ended up being a foul ball earlier in Thursday's win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Roberts said the decision to pull Ohtani from the game early was him being proactive. The Dodgers will see how the four-time MVP feels on Friday, but the expectation is that he'll be available to play. Before leaving the eventual 8-6 win, the Japanese superstar went 2-for-2 at the plate with his 13th home run of the year, two runs scored, and two walks to boost his season average to .305 and his OPS to .964. Ohtani got off to a slow start offensively by his standards to begin 2026, but he has rebounded nicely and continues to be one of the best hitters in the game.
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Source: The California Post - Jack Harris
Brett Sullivan Goes Deep Twice in Loss to Cubs on Thursday
Colorado Rockies backup catcher Brett Sullivan was productive at the bottom of the Rockies' batting order in Thursday's 9-3 loss to the visiting Chicago Cubs at Coors Field, going 3-for-4 at the plate with two solo home runs to boost his season average to .231 and his OPS to .664. It was the first multi-homer game of Sullivan's career, and the 32-year-old veteran backstop is now up to three home runs on the season in 33 games played. With the strong performance in the series finale, Sullivan nearly doubled his career home run total, as he entered play on Thursday with only three homers in his first 75 major-league games since debuting in 2023 with the San Diego Padres. He entered Thursday with a weak .207/.247/.310 slash line, a .558 OPS, one homer, and nine RBI in his 94 plate appearances this year in his first season in Denver. Sullivan will continue to see infrequent starts behind stud starting catcher Hunter Goodman, so fantasy managers should continue to ignore him in all formats.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Kodai Senga Looks Good in Rehab Start at Double-A
New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (arm, back) fared well in his minor-league rehab start on Thursday with Double-A Binghamton, allowing an earned run on a solo home run while walking one and striking out five in six innings to pick up the victory for the Rumble Ponies. Senga was originally scheduled to make his fourth rehab start on Tuesday, but he was scratched due to ulnar-nerve irritation in his right arm. Not only did Senga still get on the mound this week, but he delivered his best rehab performance so far on Thursday evening, throwing 51 of his 75 pitches for strikes. It's unclear what will be next for the 33-year-old Japanese native, but most likely, the Mets will want to see him make at least one more start down on the farm before considering him an option to rejoin the big-league rotation. In five starts in 2026 before going on the 15-day injured list, Senga gave up 21 runs (20 earned) while walking 13 and striking out 23 in 20 innings pitched. Fantasy managers in mixed leagues can afford to take a wait-and-see approach with Senga, who is currently rostered in only 12% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Milb.com
Source: Milb.com
Coby Mayo is Gaining Deep-League Attention
Baltimore Orioles infielder Coby Mayo has fallen into a cold spell at the plate recently. Over the last week, Mayo is 3-for-21 at the plate, but fantasy managers shouldn't run away. Over the last 10 games, Mayo has smacked four of his nine home runs on the season. The 24-year-old is struggling right now, but the power potential is legitimate. The O's are likely going to stick with Mayo through this slump and let him get everyday at-bats at the big league level. There isn't a ton of value right now, but Mayo could be someone worth stashing in deep leagues as a potential power source.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Martin Perez a Worthy Deep-League Option
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Martin Perez was supposed to take the mound against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. That game was postponed due to weather. Instead, Perez is expected to take the mound for the series opener against the New York Mets on Friday. The veteran southpaw is an intriguing streaming option given his recent success. Over the last three starts, Perez owns a 3.45 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, with nine strikeouts over 15.2 innings of work. He also has strong career numbers against the Mets, with a 3.09 ERA across 43.2 innings against the Mets in his career. The lack of strikeouts will likely keep his overall ceiling lower, but Perez remains a fairly trustworthy option at the moment.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Shane Bieber Pitches Well During Rehab Outing
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow) was outstanding on the mound during his rehab start with Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday. Bieber tossed six shutout innings, allowing five hits, while striking out four batters. This was his second rehab start, and Bieber was much more successful during this outing. The right-hander threw 62 pitches, so the Jays will likely want to increase that number before activating him off the Injured List. The expectation is that Bieber will need at least one more rehab start before rejoining the Jays roster. He has been sidelined all season while rehabbing an elbow injury. Bieber is looking like a strong stash candidate with his return to the mound on the horizon.
Source: milb.com
Source: milb.com
Nolan Jones Acquired by White Sox
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Nolan Jones was acquired by the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. In exchange, the Guardians will receive $250,000 in international bonus pool money. This season, Jones has slashed .275/.385/.460 with eight home runs, 31 RBI, and three stolen bases in 52 games at Triple-A Columbus. Jones is a former second-round pick of Cleveland from the 2016 draft. Jones blasted 20 homers during the 2023 season with the Colorado Rockies. Since then, Jones hasn't been able to have the same type of success at the big league level. He'll report to Triple-A Charlotte and will hopefully earn his way to the big league roster at some point.
Source: Chicago White Sox
Source: Chicago White Sox
Justin Wrobleski Pulled With Hamstring Injury
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski (hamstring) was forced to make an early exit from Thursday's outing against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Wrobleski took a line drive off his leg during the fifth inning of this game. After a visit from manager Dave Roberts, Wrobleski would exit the game. The southpaw has been diagnosed with a right hamstring contusion. Before leaving, Wrobleski allowed four earned runs on six hits with one strikeout over 4.2 innings of work. It's unclear at the moment if Wrobleski will be ready in time for his next start. Fantasy managers should check back for another update on his status shortly. UPDATE: Roberts said after Thursday's game that Wrobleski is expected to be fine for his next scheduled start against the first-place Tampa Bay Rays next Wednesday, per the Los Angeles Times' Maddie Lee.
Source: Kirsten Watson
Source: Kirsten Watson
