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Jose Berrios Undergoes Full Tommy John Surgery
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios (elbow) underwent full Tommy John surgery, manager John Schneider told Hazel Mae of Sportsnet. Additionally, Berrios had a stress fracture in his right elbow fixed, and he will now miss the entire 2026 campaign and probably at least the first half of the 2027 campaign. All the innings that the 31-year-old Puerto Rican hurler has racked up over the years have finally caught up with him. The two-time All-Star began to show signs of decline last year in Toronto, posting a 4.17 ERA (4.65 FIP) and 1.30 WHIP with 138 strikeouts and 56 walks in 166 innings pitched across 31 regular-season outings (30 starts). Not only is durability now a major question mark, but when healthy, Berrios struggled with control, a lack of velocity, and keeping the ball in the yard. He was left off last year's postseason roster during the start of his elbow problems, and now we won't see Berrios in the big leagues for at least another full year. He can safely be dropped in all single-year fantasy formats, if he wasn't already.
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel Mae
Gleyber Torres Still Unable to Swing at Full Speed
Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres (oblique) continues to do pre-game fielding drills, but manager A.J. Hinch said that swinging is the hurdle right now, according to Evan Woodbery of MLive.com. Torres is unable to swing at full speed yet, and playing at 75 or 80 percent is not feasible and could aggravate his left-oblique injury. It's why the team's starting second baseman hasn't been able to start a minor-league rehab assignment this week. The 29-year-old Venezuelan infielder could still be back in the Tigers' starting lineup before the end of the month if he can resume swinging a bat at full speed sooner rather than later. In the meantime, Zach McKinstry and Hao-Yu Lee will continue to form a platoon at the keystone in Motown. Torres is currently rostered in just over half of Yahoo leagues, but he's worth an injury stash if you need a boost at second base in leagues that count on-base percentage. The three-time All-Star is slashing .259/.389/.328 with only two home runs, 11 RBI, and 18 runs scored through his first 32 games in 2026 in his second year with the Tigers.
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Source: MLive.com - Evan Woodbery
Brandon Nimmo Pulled Early With Hamstring Tightness
Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hamstring) exited Wednesday's series finale in Denver early against the Colorado Rockies with right-hamstring tightness, according to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. After a single in the fifth inning, manager Skip Schumaker and a trainer went to check on Nimmo before pulling him from the game. Before leaving, Nimmo went 1-for-3 in the contest with a single. He was replaced in right field by Alejandro Osuna. The 33-year-old veteran has missed a few games with the same balky hamstring since the beginning of April, so we wouldn't be surprised if the Rangers place him on the injured list so that he can fully recover. Going into Wednesday's game, the former first-rounder was hitting .272/.353/.422 with a .775 OPS, five home runs, 16 RBI, 21 runs, and a stolen base in 180 at-bats in his first year with the Rangers. Nimmo is a multi-category contributor in fantasy and is known as an on-base machine, making him relevant in all fantasy leagues. If he were to miss extended time, Osuna could see regular playing time in right field against righties.
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Source: MLB.com - Kennedi Landry
Ernie Clement Returns From Illness on Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (illness) is starting at second base and is batting sixth on Wednesday against the hosting New York Yankees and right-hander Cam Schlittler in the Bronx, according to MLB.com. Clement did not play on Tuesday due to a case of strep throat, but he is feeling much better and will return to action as the series in New York continues. The 30-year-old utility man makes plenty of contact at the plate and carries a very useful .287 batting average (52-for-181), but he has limited power (three homers) and has only stolen one base in addition to 16 RBI and 18 runs scored so far in 2026. He hasn't been as consistent in May, either, going 14-for-55 (.255) with two homers, seven RBI, and eight runs scored in 59 plate appearances across 16 games played. Clement has only faced Schlittler three times in his career and has one hit against him. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues are hoping that Clement can get things turned around now that he is feeling better.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Chase Dollander Shut Down for 2-3 Weeks
Colorado Rockies manager Warren Schaefer said that right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for two to three weeks, according to MLB.com. Dollander left his last start on May 14 in the second inning with right-elbow tightness and was placed on the 15-day injured list the following day with a right-elbow sprain. His return is to be determined, and in a best-case scenario, Dollander probably won't be ready to return until late June. It's a tough break for the Rockies and fantasy managers, since the former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of Tennessee was making strides in his first full year in the big leagues with a 3.89 ERA (4.18 FIP) and 1.29 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 18 walks in 44 innings across 10 appearances (three starts). Most of Dollander's outings had come in a bulk-relief role following an opener. Before his elbow injury, the hard-throwing Dollander had become a popular waiver-wire pickup, but he's now rostered in only 16% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
MacKenzie Gore "Trending" Toward Making his Next Start on Sunday
Imaging on Texas Rangers left-hander MacKenzie Gore's lat came back clean, and he's "trending" toward making his next scheduled start on Sunday in Anaheim against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels, according to Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. The 27-year-old southpaw was pulled after just one inning in his latest start on Monday versus the Colorado Rockies when his lat tightened up on him, but it looks like he has avoided anything serious, and he shouldn't have to miss a turn through Texas' starting rotation. The bad news is that Gore has had a rough go of it in his first year with the Rangers, giving up two more earned runs on Monday. He is sporting a 3-4 record with a 4.78 ERA (3.99 FIP), 1.33 WHIP, and 55:24 K:BB in 49 innings across his first 10 starts in 2026. Gore will be a riskier fantasy option this weekend in Anaheim, but it will be hard to ignore him in starting lineups because of the matchup. The Angels were nearly no-hit by A's starter J.T. Ginn a few days ago, and they currently rank 25th in baseball with a .686 OPS. The Angels also lead the league with 476 strikeouts.
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Shawn McFarland
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Shawn McFarland
Masyn Winn Returns From Knee Injury on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (knee) is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the division-rival Pittsburgh Pirates after an MRI exam on his left knee came back clean, according to MLB.com. Winn is back at the 6 and is batting sixth against Pirates right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski at Busch Stadium. A left-knee injury kept Winn out of the starting nine for Tuesday's series opener against the Bucs, but he's back in there a day later for Game 2 of the series in St. Louis. The 24-year-old hasn't been much to look at so far in 2024 from a fantasy perspective, as he's slashing a mediocre .255/.331/.353 with a .684 OPS, just one home run, 17 RBI, 18 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 41 games and 175 plate appearances. The former second-rounder does have a hit in five of his last six games, though, going 6-for-22 (.273) over that span with two doubles, an RBI, and two runs scored. Winn is hitting .333 with a .666 OPS in a small sample size of just six career at-bats against Mlodzinski.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Miguel Vargas' X-Rays Come Back Clean, Sitting Out on Wednesday
Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable told White Sox reporter Brooke Fletcher that third baseman Miguel Vargas' (hand) X-rays came back negative, but he will not be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest in Seattle against the Mariners. Vargas is receiving treatment and could potentially be available off the bench for a pinch-hit situation. Shortstop Colson Montgomery will shift over to the hot corner and bat cleanup, with Luisangel Acuna playing the 6 and hitting in the nine-hole on Wednesday against Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock. Vargas was hit by a pitch on his hand during Tuesday's victory at T-Mobile Park, and he was able to stay in the game. However, he's probably a little sore, and Venable noted that the starting third baseman was due for a day off anyway. The 26-year-old Cuban can be an asset in deep-mixed fantasy leagues for his power production. Vargas is currently hitting .237 (40-for-169) with 11 homers, 29 RBI, seven steals, and 35 runs scored in his first 47 games across 206 plate appearances in 2026.
Source: Brooke Fletcher
Source: Brooke Fletcher
J.P. Crawford Scratched on Wednesday With Triceps Soreness
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (triceps) has been scratched from the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the visiting Chicago White Sox due to a sore triceps muscle, according to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times. It was bothering Crawford when he tried to play catch. Rookie infielder Colt Emerson will take over at the 6 and will bat eighth, with Patrick Wisdom slotting in at third base and seventh in the batting order versus White Sox right-hander Sean Burke. The injury stems from when Crawford was hit by a pitch in Sunday's series finale against the San Diego Padres, forcing him from that contest early. It's still bothering him a bit, but he should be able to return for Friday's series opener against the Kansas City Royals after a scheduled day off on Thursday. For now, fantasy managers should consider Crawford day-to-day. The 31-year-old veteran offers very minimal power and speed, mostly making him a fantasy option for middle-infield depth in deeper fantasy baseball formats. Crawford is hitting only .210 (30-for-143) on the year with six home runs, 16 RBI, 23 runs scored, and a stolen base for the M's.
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan Divish
Reid Detmers a Waiver-Wire Target Despite Tuesday's Implosion?
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers allowed eight runs on Tuesday, but he's still a potential waiver wire addition given his consistent ability to generate strikeouts. Detmers' ERA jumped to 5.07 in the loss, but his 3.25 xERA and 3.10 FIP both suggest that he could be due for some favorable regression going forward. We already know he's capable of racking up strikeouts, as he posted 11.31 K/9 last year and is sitting at 9.98 K/9 across 10 starts so far in 2026. He limits walks and home runs, too. Detmers' ugly 1-5 record is a reflection of the Angels' struggles this year, and fantasy managers should feel comfortable adding him off the waiver wire based on his expected metrics and strikeout rate. He's available in 71% of leagues, and he ranks as the #72 starting pitcher in RotoBaller's latest fantasy baseball rankings.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Addison Barger a Sneaky Waiver-Wire Target After IL Stint?
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger (elbow) is currently on the injured list with right elbow inflammation, but he could be an intriguing waiver wire target once he's activated back to the 26-man roster. Barger has played in just nine games this season and is off to a putrid start, going 1-for-22 with zero home runs, two RBI, five walks, and seven strikeouts. The poor results at the plate were likely caused by his injury issues; he missed a month earlier this season with an ankle injury, and now, he has a right elbow problem. Assuming this second IL stint allows him to shake off the injury bug and return at 100%, there's a strong chance that he'll produce better results at the plate. Theoretically, he could get back to his 2025 form, which included a .243/.301/.454 slash line with 21 home runs and 107 wRC+. Managers should consider stashing Barger now, so that they can reap the potential rewards when he returns. Then, even if he does continue to struggle after clearing the injury hurdle, managers can drop him -- no harm, no foul. There's minimal risk and plenty of upside in adding Barger off the waiver wire while he's still injured.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Troy Melton Emerging as Top Stash Option After Dominant Rehab Outing?
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Troy Melton (elbow) made his fourth rehab appearance on Wednesday, allowing one run, two hits, zero walks, and six strikeouts across five innings of work with the organization's Class-A affiliate. Melton has been on the 60-day injured list since March, and he has not yet pitched in an MLB game this season. He's eligible to be activated from the IL as early as Sunday, but the Tigers are also allowed to keep him on rehab assignment through the rest of the month, if they desire. It does seem like he's very close to returning, as Melton has tossed 11.2 innings across four rehab starts with just two earned runs and 16 strikeouts. Given how well he has pitched in the minors, he represents an intriguing waiver wire addition in fantasy baseball. Managers would be wise to stash him ahead of his return to the Tigers' 26-man roster. He's currently rostered in just 2% of leagues, but that percentage will increase once the Tigers officially activate him. Managers should be optimistic about his potential to build on his rookie season last year, when he posted a 2.76 ERA between the rotation and bullpen.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Randy Vasquez's Strong Start Generates Waiver-Wire Appeal
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Randy Vasquez has been highly effective in 2026, generating waiver wire interest across most fantasy baseball leagues. Through nine starts this year, Vasquez is 5-1 with a 2.68 ERA, 3.31 FIP, 8.05 K/9, and 2.32 BB/9. He was highly effective with zero runs and zero walks over six innings in his latest outing against the Mariners on Friday, and he'll have a chance to build off that success in his projected start against the Los Angeles Dodgers this Wednesday. Managers in need of a starting pitcher -- whether it's for today only, or rest-of-season -- should strongly consider Vasquez. While his strikeout numbers aren't otherworldly, he has effectively limited walks and runs while pitching deep into games. As it stands, he is available in 45% of leagues and ranks #69 among starters in RotoBaller's latest fantasy baseball rankings.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Can Carlos Lagrange Make his MLB Debut in 2026?
New York Yankees right-handed pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange has continued to improve in the minor leagues and is seeing his stash value continue to climb each week. Even though Carlos Rodon is back in action and Gerrit Cole is set to return later this week, fantasy managers should monitor Lagrange at Triple-A, as he could be called up during the second half. Lagrange is currently viewed as the team's No. 4-ranked prospect on MLB.com and the overall No. 76 prospect in the game. Last summer, the flamethrower split his time at High-A and Double-A, which earned him the ticket to Triple-A to open the 2026 campaign. During his first taste of Triple-A, Lagrange has continued to flash impressive strikeout upside, totaling 52 over 38 1/3 innings. However, he has endured some growing pains, holding a 4.23 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP. While he needs to improve his command to be in serious contention for a promotion, another injury to the Yankee pitching staff could pave the way for an early debut. For now, he remains a sneaky stash target for those in deeper leagues with multiple N/A spots.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Brooks Lee on the Fantasy Radar as Twins' Everyday Shortstop
Minnesota Twins shortstop Brooks Lee has emerged as a potential waiver wire addition in fantasy baseball as managers look for midseason upgrades. One of Lee's biggest strengths is his role; he has played at shortstop nearly every day for the Twins, logging 46 games and 178 plate appearances so far in 2026. He's also having a fair season at the plate, slashing .248/.299/.388 with five home runs, three steals, a 6% walk rate, an 18% strikeout rate, and 92 wRC+. While he's hitting a bit below average, that slash line, walk rate, and wRC+ also represent the best marks of his young career. Because he has flashed modest power and slightly improved on-base skills, Lee has waiver wire appeal in deeper fantasy leagues. With a roster share of 26%, Lee, who is eligible at third, second, and shortstop, remains available for infielder-needy managers in most leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
