August 24, 2025
Los Angeles Angels first baseman
Nolan Schanuel (wrist) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Schanuel appeared to have injured his wrist while making a diving play during the second inning of Saturday's contest. He stayed in the game and went 0-for-2 at the plate before exiting the contest. Angels' manager Ray Montgomery said Schanuel will be re-evaluated on Sunday. That being said, fantasy managers should consider Schanuel day-to-day until more information is revealed. In the meantime,
Niko Kavadas figures to see increased time over at first base.
--Andy WebbSource: Jeff Fletcher
August 24, 2025
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher
Chris Sale (ribs) appears to be on the verge of returning to the big-league mound. Sale tossed 4.2 innings, allowing one run on four hits while striking out five strikeouts in his latest rehab start on Saturday. For now, the plan is for Sale to start for the Braves next weekend against the Philadelphia Phillies. Sale has been out since the middle of June due to a fractured left ribcage. The veteran southpaw needs to be rostered in all fantasy formats with his return on the horizon.
--Andy WebbSource: Mark Bowman
August 24, 2025
Miami Marlins starting pitcher
Janson Junk (forearm) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Junk was lifted after going 5.2 innings, allowing three runs on six hits while striking out three batters. The expectation is that Junk will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury. If he goes to the injured list,
Robby Snelling and
Adam Mazur seem like the favorites to take over the spot in the rotation. Fantasy managers will need to check back for another update on his status.
--Andy WebbSource: Craig Mish
August 23, 2025
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher
Jose Soriano was moved from the paternity list to the restricted list on Saturday. According to Jeff Fletcher, the Angels made this move to give Soriano an extra day to travel back from the Dominican Republic. He has been away from the team due to the birth of his child. The plan is for Soriano to rejoin the Angels on Sunday and start Monday's contest. Soriano hasn't been a great fantasy option, but does offer some deep league value.
--Andy WebbSource: Jeff Fletcher
August 23, 2025
New York Mets starting pitcher
Frankie Montas (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. It sounds like Montas has a significant UCL injury that could require Tommy John surgery. Ouch, this isn't what anyone wanted to see considering Montas didn't even make his season debut until June. The right-hander was struggling on the mound and was sent to the bullpen earlier this month. That being said, the Mets aren't going to take too big of a blow by losing Montas considering he wasn't a starter anymore. The 32-year-old is a free agent after the season, so potential Tommy John surgery could be extremely bad for his value.
--Andy WebbSource: Abbey Mastracco
August 23, 2025
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher
Kyle Bradish (elbow) is expected to make his season debut against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday. Bradish has been sidelined all season while recovering from Tommy John surgery from last year. The right-hander got up to 89 pitches during his latest rehab outing. It sounds like Bradish is finally ready to contribute to the O's roster. It's unclear what exactly the O's are going to get out of Bradish at this point in the season. However, Bradish is probably worth snagging off the waiver wire for fantasy managers seeking pitching help.
--Andy WebbSource: Roch Kubatko
August 23, 2025
Texas Rangers second baseman
Marcus Semien (foot) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to Aug. 22. Semien has been absent from the lineup since fouling a ball off his foot during Thursday's contest. The veteran slugger is scheduled to meet with a foot doctor on Sunday, but the Rangers decided to place him on the shelf anyway. The expectation is that the Rangers are going to use a committee approach at second base while he's out.
Ezequiel Duran will probably see the biggest boost, but
Josh Smith could also see starts there. Duran could be worth a look in deep leagues given how well he has been hitting in August.
--Andy WebbSource: Jeff Wilson
August 23, 2025
San Diego Padres outfielder
Jackson Merrill (ankle) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Saturday. This doesn't come as a surprise after Merrill was held out again on Saturday to mark his sixth absence in a row. The Padres have decided to place him on the shelf, retroactive August 20. The Padres are hopeful that Merrill will be ready to go by September. The absence of Merrill means
Ramon Laureano should play everyday center field. Laureano has hit well enough to warrant rostering in 12-team formats if you need another bat.
--Andy WebbSource: San Diego Padres
August 23, 2025
New York Mets catcher
Luis Torrens (hand) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves. This marks the third game in a row that Torrens has sat out due to hand soreness. The good news is, Torrens is reportedly available off the bench to pinch-hit during this contest. That means, Torrens should be able to return to the lineup within the next few days. In the meantime,
Hayden Senger will be behind the plate and bat ninth versus right-hander
Cal Quantrill. There should be another update available on Torrens ahead of Sunday's contest.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 23, 2025
New York Mets outfielder
Brandon Nimmo (neck) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Nimmo is set to miss his third game in a row due to neck stiffness. It's worth noting that Nimmo was able to get through pregame warmups before ultimately being held out of Saturday's lineup. That being said, Nimmo should be able to return to the starting lineup at some point in the next few days. In the meantime,
Starling Marte will cover left field and bat sixth versus right-hander
Cal Quantrill. Fantasy managers should check back ahead of Sunday's lineup to see if Nimmo is able to return.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 23, 2025
Seattle Mariners outfielder
Dominic Canzone (arm) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Athletics. Canzone has been sidelined since being hit by a pitch during Monday's contest. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative, so Canzone isn't dealing with anything serious. For now, Canzone is considered day-to-day, but he could end up on the injured list. Regardless, Canzone is likely going to have a tough time finding playing time with
Victor Robles back in the mix. Robles will bat seventh and play right field versus left-hander
Jeffrey Springs on Saturday.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 23, 2025
Chicago White Sox outfielder
Mike Tauchman (lower body) is absent from the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins. According to manager
Will Venable, Tauchman is out due to lower body soreness. Tauchman has played in seven straight games, so he could use a day off to rest. This doesn't sound like anything serious, so fantasy managers should consider Tauchman as day-to-day.
Michael A. Taylor will cover right field and bat ninth against right-hander
Mick Abel on Saturday. Fantasy managers should check back on Sunday for another update on Tauchman.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 23, 2025
San Diego Padres outfielder
Jackson Merrill (ankle) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This marks the sixth game in a row that Merrill has missed due to a bruised left ankle. For now, Merrill is considered day-to-day, but it's a bit surprising he hasn't been placed on the injured list at this point. The Padres are likely going to need to make a move if Merrill isn't available within the next few games. In the meantime,
Ramon Laureano will cover center field and bat seventh versus right-hander
Tyler Glasnow on Saturday.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
August 23, 2025
Milwaukee Brewers second baseman
Brice Turang (wrist) is being held out of Saturday's starting lineup against the San Francisco Giants. Turang is touch-and-go with a wrist issue after being hit by a pitch during Friday's contest. It sounds like Turang did work out pregame, but they ultimately decided to rest him on Saturday. The X-rays came back negative, so fantasy managers should consider Turang as day-to-day.
Caleb Durbin will take over at second base while
Anthony Seigler plays third base during Saturday's game. Fantasy managers should check back on Sunday for another update on Turang.
--Andy WebbSource: Adam McCalvy
August 23, 2025
Colorado Rockies rookie corner infielder
Warming Bernabel (head) is back in the starting nine ahead of Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bernabel was pulled from Thursday's lineup after getting hit in the face with a throw during infield drills. He was absent from Friday's lineup but is back in the mix on Saturday. Bernabel will cover first base and bat second versus right-hander
Mike Burrows. The 23-year-old prospect is hitting .304/.342/.565 with three home runs and eight RBI against right-handed pitching since being called up. He's worth a look as a streaming option in deep leagues.
--Andy WebbSource: mlb.com
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