August 4, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop
Mookie Betts will not be dropped in the batting order, reports Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. Manager Dave Roberts stated that there is no better alternative in his eyes, and he would rather keep the top of the lineup consistent rather than mix and match it every day. This is despite the 32-year-old's .664 OPS, which is nowhere close to the mark you'd expect from someone batting first and second every day. It has been a disappointing season overall for Betts, who got off to a rough start before the season even began with an illness that caused him to lose over 20 pounds. He said early in the season that he felt like this sapped his power, but he never was able to get things going even after recovering. There are still two months left in the season, and maybe the continued confidence is what he needs to finally become a star-caliber player again.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Alden Gonzalez
August 4, 2025
New York Yankees outfielder
Aaron Judge (elbow) could return from the injured list on Tuesday, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. He has been on the 10-day IL since July 26 with a flexor strain in his right elbow. The plan is for the slugger to fly into Arlington on Monday night, where the Yankees will make the final decision on whether he is activated for Tuesday's contest against the Rangers. It's looking like the best-case scenario for the 33-year-old, who will have spent the minimum time on the shelf if he does make his return on Tuesday. He'll look to continue his sensational season, in which he is batting .342 with 37 home runs in 103 games, but he'll be eased into action in the DH role, which could push
Giancarlo Stanton to the outfield or the bench.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Brendan Kuty
August 4, 2025
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher
Michael Soroka (shoulder) left his start early on Monday with shoulder discomfort, reports Maddie Lee of The Chicago Sun-Times. He allowed one run over the first two innings, but did not return to the mound at the start of the third.
Ben Brown entered the game in his place, who would probably be the front-runner to step into the rotation if Soroka requires an extended absence. This certainly isn't what the Cubs wanted to see, as the 28-year-old was one of the few moves they made at the trade deadline, and he was expected to bolster their rotation depth. Expect more information to come out after the game regarding the severity of the injury.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Maddie Lee
August 4, 2025
New York Yankees outfielder
Austin Slater (hamstring) was pulled from Monday's contest with left-hamstring tightness, reports Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. He left the game after his first at-bat of the game, with
Jasson Dominguez coming in as the pinch runner. This is coming less than a week after Slater was dealt from the White Sox to the Yankees at the trade deadline. He was set to fill a platoon role with his new club as he excels against lefties, but New York may need to pivot to other plans if this injury lands the 32-year-old on the injured list. Expect an update on the severity of the injury sometime after the game.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Brendan Kuty
August 4, 2025
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher
Nick Lodolo (finger) left his Monday start early with a blister on his left index finger. He got pulled after getting two outs in the second frame. Blisters aren't typically serious injuries but they can linger, and he has had blister issues previously in his career. The lefty hadn't allowed any base runners before leaving the game and looked to be on his way to another solid start. His ERA on the season sits at an excellent mark of 3.05, and hopefully this won't require him to miss any upcoming starts. If the 27-year-old does require a trip to the injured list,
Nick Martinez would be the frontrunner to step back into the rotation, as he was just recently moved to the bullpen.
--Jeremy HeistSource: Cincinnati Reds
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August 4, 2025
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that the team is "hopeful" that utility man
Enrique Hernandez (elbow) will return this year, but it's not guaranteed. Hernandez has been out since early July with left-elbow inflammation and may not be back with the Dodgers in 2025. The 33-year-old veteran has not resumed baseball activities, so he might merely be hoping that he can be an option for the club in the postseason in October as they look to win back-to-back rings. The news doesn't really matter for fantasy purposes, as Kike hasn't been of any help in a depth role this year for the Dodgers, hitting a mere .195/.259/.367 with a low .626 OPS, eight home runs, 22 RBI and 23 runs scored in only 169 at-bats. Rookie
Alex Freeland and newly-acquired outfielder
Alex Call will give the Dodgers additional infield and outfield depth with Hernandez potentially out the rest of the way.
--Keith HernandezSource: Dodger Blue - Matthew Moreno
August 4, 2025
The Los Angeles Dodgers placed infielder
Tommy Edman (ankle) on the 10-day injured list with a right-ankle sprain on Monday and activated third baseman
Max Muncy (knee) from the 10-day IL in a corresponding move, according to David Vassegh. Edman will head to the shelf after spraining his ankle in Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Rays and might only have to miss the minimum of 10 days. Muncy will immediately take over at the hot corner for the Blue, although he could be eased back in since he hasn't played in the majors since July 2. The 30-year-old switch-hitting Edman really has been more of an asset in real life than in fantasy in 2025 in his second year in Hollywood. Edman has slashed a weak .228/.281/.396 with a career-worst .677 OPS, 12 homers, 44 RBI, 43 runs and only three stolen bases in 86 games.
--Keith HernandezSource: 570 LA Sports - David Vassegh
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4,
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The
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injured
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August 4, 2025
Tampa Bay Rays rookie outfielder
Chandler Simpson (finger) remains out of the starting nine for Monday's series opener against the hosting Los Angeles Angels.
Jonny DeLuca is making another start in center field and will bat fifth against Angels left-hander
Yusei Kikuchi. Bally Sports' Ryan Bass reports that Simpson's index finger continues to progress, though, and he has felt better swinging the bat in the cages. The 24-year-old will test things out defensively before Monday's game against the Angels, but he should be ready to return to the lineup on Tuesday. The speedy Simpson is missing his fourth straight game but should return on Tuesday. The former second-rounder has made an immediate impact in all fantasy leagues in his rookie season, batting just under .300 with 32 steals in 65 games played.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
August 4, 2025
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher
Chris Sale (ribs) has been making progress towards a return to the mound, according to David O'Brien. He recently threw a bullpen session and is expected to face live hitters soon. After that, Sale could go on a minor league rehab assignment for a few starts. Sale is still two weeks away from being eligible to return from the 60-day injured list. The southpaw has been sidelined since mid-June due to a fractured left ribcage. It's unlikely that Sale will be able to return when first eligible because he'll need a rehab assignment. The hope is that Sale is able to return at some point in September, but fantasy managers probably won't get much out of him.
--Andy WebbSource: David O'Brien
August 4, 2025
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher
Reese Olson (shoulder) will avoid having surgery on his injured right shoulder, according to Cody Stavenhagen. The Tigers are still waiting for the final results on his most recent medical evaluation. They will wait until then before deciding on the next steps for Olson. The right-hander is expected to miss the rest of the regular season, but is hopeful to pitch in the postseason. Fantasy managers who were holding Olson can safely drop him.
--Andy WebbSource: Cody Stavenhagen
August 4, 2025
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher
Grayson Rodriguez (elbow) officially won't take the mound during the 2025 season. The O's attempted to avoid surgery, but sadly that is the best route at this point. The right-hander is scheduled to undergo right elbow debridement surgery early next week, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. The good news is, Rodriguez avoided having Tommy John surgery or anything UCL related. If everything goes well, Rodriguez should be ready for the beginning of the 2026 season. Fantasy managers who were stashing Rodriguez can safely drop him now.
--Andy WebbSource: Jacob Calvin Meyer
August 4, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder
Sal Frelick (knee) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Frelick is set to miss his second straight game after exiting Saturday's game due to left knee soreness. The organization is hopeful to avoid a stint on the injured list, but they'll likely wait a few days to see how his knee responds.
Brandon Lockridge will get another start in right field during Monday's game. Fantasy managers will need to check back on Tuesday for another update on his status.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 4, 2025
Houston Astros third baseman
Isaac Paredes (hamstring) will not undergo season-ending surgery and is hopeful to return to the field this season, according to general manager Dana Brown. Paredes recently received a PRP injection and will go the rest and rehab route instead of surgery. That being said, Paredes will attempt to resume baseball activities once the injection takes effect. It's worth noting that the Astros have added insurance at third base with
Ramon Urias and
Carlos Correa. Fantasy managers shouldn't count on getting anything out of Paredes this season. He still has a long way to go before getting back into game action.
--Andy WebbSource: Chandler Rome
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