3 hours agoOakland Athletics pitcher Shintaro Fujinami struggled in Saturday's loss to the Angels. The righty struck out four batters through two innings. However, things changed in the third, with the 28-year-old surrendering eight runs before his debut ended after only 2 1/3 innings of service. That said, Fujinami has a chance to turn things around in his next start, so fantasy managers should remain optimistic and keep him in the starting lineup.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

3 hours agoLos Angeles Outfielder Taylor Ward led his team to a 13-1 win over the Athletics on Saturday. The 29-year-old had a big game, going 3-for-5 with four RBI and a home run. Although Ward struck out twice, fantasy managers were still pleased with the result. He's coming off a strong season, ending the 2022 campaign with 139 hits, 65 RBI, and 23 homers while posting a .281/.360/.473 slash line. He'll look to keep it going in the final meeting of the three-game series on Sunday.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

3 hours agoMiami Marlins second baseman Luis Arraez picked up four hits in five at-bats in Saturday's meeting with the Mets. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough, as the Marlins lost 6-2. The 25-year-old spent his first four years in MLB with the Twins before being traded to Miami in January. The All-Star appears to be settling in just fine, as he's currently tied with C.J. Cron for a league-leading seven hits. Although Arraez has just one RBI, category managers should pleased up to this point.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

3 hours agoNew York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor went 1-for-5 in Saturday's win over the Miami Marlins. The 29-year-old has gotten off to a slow start this season, collecting two hits and an RBI in 11 at-bats. However, he's struck out five times, which is the bigger issue. Lindor amassed a career-high 133 strikeouts last season, so fantasy managers are certainly hoping things aren't heading in that direction. Fortunately, he provides value in other areas, so he remains a must-start fantasy option moving forward.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

3 hours agoNew York Mets pitcher Tylor Megill picked up the win on Saturday versus the Marlins. The 27-year-old went five innings, allowing two earned runs while striking out seven batters. He recently got called up from Triple-A Syracuse after Justin Verlander (shoulder) went on the 15-day injured list. It's unknown how long Megill will hang around in the big leagues. However, he should see another start or two before presumably returning to the minors once Verlander is 100%. Although Megill's track record hasn't been the most consistent, his latest performance may have earned him a spot in many fantasy lineups.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

6 hours agoSan Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart (back) will undergo a scan on his back before Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. According to Giants manager Gabe Kapler, Bart picked up the injury during Saturday's batting practice. The former first-round pick was unavailable off the bench for Saturday's game. It's unclear how long Bart will be out, and the 26-year-old is considered day-to-day. Roberto Perez started in Bart's place on Saturday and would draw another start if Bart cannot go Sunday. Perez is 1-for-6 over two games this season and is mainly an option in NL-Only leagues.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: Danny Emerman

7 hours agoSt. Louis Cardinals right-hander Ryan Helsley allowed two hits while striking out two across 1 2/3 innings to earn the save in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. He entered the eighth inning with runners on first and second base. The 28-year-old recorded two outs and escaped the eighth-inning jam. During the ninth frame, he allowed hits to Kevin Kiermaier and Bo Bichette before getting Daulton Varsho to pop out to seal the Cardinals' victory. It was his first save of the season. Helsley bounced back on Saturday after blowing the save and taking the loss on Thursday after allowing two runs on two hits and one walk in the Opening Day loss to the Blue Jays. Helsley is the Cardinals' primary closer and is a must-start in all league formats.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: MLB

7 hours agoMilwaukee Brewers right-hander Devin Williams allowed two hits while striking out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Saturday's 3-1 win over the Chicago Cubs. He allowed a pair of singles to start the ninth inning but settled down by getting Cody Bellinger to ground into a double play and strike out Miles Mastrobuoni to seal the victory. It was his first save of the season. The 28-year-old struck out 87 batters while racking up 15 saves for the Brewers in 2022. Williams is Milwaukee's primary closer and a must-start in all league formats.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: MLB

7 hours agoLos Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (knee) could miss Sunday's game against the A's after getting treatment on his left knee following Saturday's win over Oakland. The 32-year-old crashed into the tarp during Saturday's victory and was getting treatment on his left knee after the game. Rendon's knee issue is not considered severe. He went 0-for-3 with an RBI before being pulled from Saturday's game for precautionary reasons. Fantasy managers should check back on Sunday to see if Rendon is in the lineup before inserting him into their starting lineups. David Fletcher will start at third base if Rendon misses Sunday's contest and is mainly an option in AL-Only or deep-league formats.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: Sam Blum of The Athletic

7 hours agoAtlanta Braves right-hander Kyle Wright (shoulder) is scheduled for a rehab start Wednesday for Triple-A Gwinnett. The 27-year-old was placed on the injured list earlier in the week due to right shoulder inflammation. If all goes well with his rehab outing on Wednesday, he will miss a few turns in the rotation and could come off the injured list when first eligible. Wright posted a 3.19 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and a 174:53 K: BB across 180 1/3 innings in 2022. Jared Shuster will continue to fill in Atlanta's rotation while Wright is sidelined. The Braves No. 10 prospect, Shuster, can be used as a streamer in a favorable matchup against the Nationals on Sunday.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: Justin Toscano

7 hours agoHouston Astros right-hander Hector Neris allowed one run on two hits and a walk while striking out two across 1 1/3 innings to pick up the save in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Chicago White Sox. Astros closer Ryan Pressly (illness) was under the weather and unavailable for Saturday's game. Chicago scored a run off Neris through an RBI single by Eloy Jimenez. The 33-year-old shook it off and struck out Yoan Moncada in the ninth frame to seal the win. Pressly is expected to return to the mound soon, while Neris will return to his usual setup role. Neris is mainly worth rostering in leagues that account for the category saves and holds.--Brad Camara - RotoBallerSource: MLB

8 hours agoMinnesota Twins right-hander Jorge Lopez picked up a save in a 2-0 win over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday. Lopez fired a scoreless ninth inning while striking out one, needing just eight pitches to send KC down in order. The Twins utilized Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning on Opening Day back on Thursday but Duran reportedly felt stiff on Saturday after sleeping "weirdly". The Twins opted to give Duran the day off, paving the way for Lopez to see his first save chance of the young season. Duran should see the majority of the save chances in Minnesota but Lopez could also work into the mix throughout the year. Duran remains the reliever to roster in fantasy.--Matt T - RotoBallerSource: Do-Hyoung Park on Twitter

10 hours agoTampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (toe) was pulled from Saturday's meeting with the Tigers because of a right great toe injury. Although it's being reported the 28-year-old has a contusion, he'll likely undergo some testing. However, Lowe may avoid a trip to the injured list if that's all it is. Nevertheless, he would finish with one hit and a walk before being replaced by Isaac Paredes, who may be in line for more work moving ahead.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Tricia Whitaker

11 hours agoHouston Astros Closer Ryan Pressly (illness) is "under the weather," according to manager Dusty Baker. The skipper reported the 34-year-old was unavailable for Friday or Saturday's wins over the White Sox, resulting in Rafael Montero and Hector Neris each picking up saves. The Astros will cap off the four-game series with Chicago on Sunday before heading home to begin a three-game homestand against Detroit on Monday. However, it's anyone's guess when Pressly will return.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Brian McTaggart

11 hours agoSeattle Mariners infielder Tommy La Stella will return to the starting lineup on Saturday against the Guardians. He wasn't in the lineup on Friday night in the second of four meetings with Cleveland. However, the 34-year-old will be back for this one, serving as the designated hitter and batting seventh. La Stella went 0-for-3 on opening day and isn't expected to be a productive fantasy option in 2023, meaning fantasy managers should keep him out of the lineup on Saturday. Even better, he should be left off fantasy rosters entirely.--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Seattle Mariners