Week 16 Waiver Wire Watch List

The all-star break is almost here, which means we’re getting ever so close to the MLB trade deadline and, of course, the fantasy trade deadline. The waiver wire can play just as important a role, too. Whether you’re unable to strike a deal or need to backfill your roster after completing a two-for-one trade, it’s […]

Delino DeShields Makes Bench Appearance Friday

Texas Rangers center fielder Delino DeShields (head, neck) made an appearance off the bench in the Rangers game in Baltimore on Friday. DeShields left the game Wednesday after falling awkwardly whilst avoiding a collision with Joey Gallo. Carlos Tocci started the game for the Rangers but he was replaced after Ryan Rua pinch hit for […]

Joey Gallo Crushes 22nd Home Run

Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo took Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Alex Cobb deep in the fifth inning of Friday's game. The home run was Gallo's only hit of the game and he now has 22 home runs on 58 hits in 2018. Gallo has been a disappointment for fantasy owners in 2018, but this is […]

Steven Duggar Puts Together A Big Game On Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Steven Duggar put together a strong performance Friday evening versus the Oakland Athletics. The rookie went 2-for-4 with two doubles, three runs scored, a pair of RBI and one walk. Duggar hasn’t been playing everyday, but he will primarily see many starts versus left-handed pitchers. The Giants will face lefties on […]

Jake Cave Has Three Hits Friday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Jake Cave went 3-for-4 Friday in the win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He was a homer away from the cycle, and he drove in two runs. The Twins rookie is batting .329 with a .929 OPS. He has 3 homers and 10 RBI. Cave should definitely be on your watch list, […]

Jesse Winker Has Big Day At Plate Friday, On Fire In July

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker stayed hot in Friday's 9-1 win against the Cardinals, going 3-for-3 with two singles, a double, a walk, and three RBI. The 24-year-old has been on fire this July, hitting .517 with 10 RBI in 10 games. Winker is now hitting an impressive .295 with an outstanding .406 on-base percentage […]

Gerrit Cole To Return And Start Saturday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Gerrit Cole will return from the bereavement list on Saturday and will start against the Tigers. To make room for him on the roster, outfielder Jake Marisnick was optioned to Triple-A Fresno on Friday. Marisnick made just one start and went 1-for-3 on Tuesday. He can obviously be ignored in fantasy […]

Austin Jackson To Be Put On Release Waivers

Texas Rangers outfielder Austin Jackson will be put on release waivers on Saturday. A-Jax was recently traded over from the Giants, but he won't even play for the Rangers. He was hitting just .242 with no home runs, 13 RBI and two steals for the Giants in 59 games this season and is well off […]

Ryan Rua Powers Pinch-Hit Homer Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Ryan Rua hit a pinch-hit homer on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles. The three-run homer was the difference in the game. Rua is 5-for-17 in the month of July, but is batting .189 for the season. He is not an everyday player, and is not relevant to fantasy owners.

Eric Thames Leaves With Injury Friday

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman/outfielder Eric Thames (hamstring) left the game early on Friday with right hamstring tightness. It doesn't sound like the injury is very serious, but with just two games before the All-Star break after Friday, the Brewers have no reason to rush him back. Don't be surprised if he sits out on Saturday […]

Khris Davis Dealing With Shoulder Soreness

Oakland Athletics outfielder Khris Davis (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder soreness, which is part of the reason why he wasn't in the lineup Friday night against the Giants in a National League park without the designated hitter. He is available to hit Friday and could return to the lineup on Saturday. Davis should be owned […]

Michael Brantley Drives in Two Runs on Friday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley finished Friday's game 2-for-4 with a run scored and two RBI. Brantley hit a double and a single, and also drew a walk. He moved his batting average up to .308 and his OPS to .842. Most people knew Brantley could have this kind of season if he stayed healthy, […]

A.J. Pollock Sitting Out on Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Jon Jay will take over center field and bat first against righty Anibal Sanchez. Jay is not worth a look in DFS contests despite batting first. Jay has been in an ugly slump this week and […]

Derek Dietrich is Out on Friday

Miami Marlins infielder/outfielder Derek Dietrich (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Friday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies. This looks like a routine day off for Dietrich, so Garrett Cooper will bat sixth and start in left field against Jake Arrieta. Cooper has been hitting a little better lately, but is not a recommended […]

Odubel Herrera, Nick Williams Out on Friday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielders Odubel Herrera and Nick Williams are both out of the starting lineup for Friday's contest versus the Miami Marlins. Both outfielders will get the day off with the Marlins starting lefty Wei-Yin Chen. Aaron Altherr bats eighth and is in center field, while Trevor Plouffe bats third and is in right field. […]

Austin Meadows Will Not Start Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Austin Meadows will sit for the fifth straight game Thursday. Meadows has not started the past five games as the team has gotten a look at Jordan Luplow. According to Rob Biertempfel, Clint Hurdle said "We are getting to a spot where (Meadows) needs to play (every day). That's why we are […]

Lourdes Gurriel Remains in the Lineup Friday

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Lourdes Gurriel remains in the starting lineup for the third straight game on Friday. Aledmys Diaz who is normally the starting shortstop will get the night off. Gurriel will play shortstop and bat second against righty Rick Porcello on Friday. Gurriel is not an option in fantasy leagues, but he's been hot […]

Jonathan Villar is Back in the Lineup on Friday

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman/outfielder Jonathan Villar is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Villar has not played much over the last week, but will be starting at second base and batting sixth against righty Nick Kingham. Villar is not normally a solid DFS player, but he is facing a […]

X-Rays Negative On Byron Buxton's Hand

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton's (hand) X-rays came back negative on his left hand after he injured it on a swing in the minors on Thursday. He will now go for an MRI exam, but he hasn't been placed on the minor league disabled list. It's good news, but he's not out of the woods […]

Teoscar Hernandez Scratched With Heel Soreness

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (heel) has been scratched from the lineup on Friday with a sore left heel. The injury doesn't sound serious, but the team could choose to hold him out through the weekend with the All-Star break next week. Dwight Smith Jr. is starting in left field and hitting eighth against […]

Jacoby Ellsbury Hasn't Resumed Baseball Activities

New York Yankees outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury (hip) still hasn't resumed baseball activities, and manager Aaron Boone won't speculate on when that will change. Ellsbury hasn't played all year and doesn't appear close to returning. At this point, neither the Yankees nor fantasy owners should expect him back in 2018. Even if he were to return […]

Kyle Schwarber Out Of Friday’s Lineup Versus Padres

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber will rest Friday versus the Padres. The Cubs will face left-hander Clayton Richard, which is why Schwarber will not start. Outfielder Ian Happ will be in left field on Friday and bat eighth. Happ performs better against right-handed pitching and there may be better options in DFS Friday.

Lewis Brinson Has Bone Bruise

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson (hip) has been diagnosed with a hip bone bruise and will continue to rest until further notice. He probably won't be ready to return to the team right after the All-Star break, and fantasy owners won't really care. The young outfielder was only really getting a shot because he plays […]

Denard Span Hitting .375 In July

Seattle Mariners outfielder Denard Span continues to produce for his new team, posting six multi-hit performances over the last 16 games played. Span is currently hitting .375 in the month of July and is 6-for-14 (.429) over the last week. Span this month has raised his slugging percentage over 20 points up to .430 heading […]

George Springer Hitting .127 Over Last 102 At-Bats

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer is still working his way out of a long slump and has two multi-hit games over his last four played. Otherwise it has been a very tough stretch for the slugging leadoff hitter and has not hit a home run since June 20. Springer is hitting only .127 over his […]

Kyle Tucker Not Fantasy Viable Yet

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker is getting a taste of the big leagues and is 4-for-19 since being called up on July 7. The learning curve is certain to be steep but the team will give their top prospect every opportunity to develop at the big league level. Tucker enjoyed his best day as a […]

Tony Kemp Hitting .354 At Home This Season

Houston Astros outfielder Tony Kemp has been fantastic playing at Minute Maid Park this season heading into the team hosting the Tigers Friday night. In 23 home games, Kemp is slashing .354/.467/.458 with 10 runs scored, 11 walks and 12 runs batted in through 48 at-bats. The speedy outfielder has carved out himself a role […]

Delino DeShields Not Medically Cleared

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (head) is feeling much better and is taking batting practice, but he hasn't been medically cleared to play yet. DeShields is not "in the concussion protocol," which is goods news and means he should be able to return this weekend. The 25-year-old is hitting a disappointing .212 with two homers […]

Harrison Bader Dealing With Hamstring Issue

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) is dealing with a right hamstring issue, but manager Mike Matheny thinks the outfielder could be available Friday. Bader hasn't played since Sunday against the Giants, so his hamstring is clearly bothering him. He's been solid when on the field, though, hitting .271 with six home runs, 14 […]

Indians Could Land Adam Jones

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones is in play as the Orioles and Indians have trade discussions. Cleveland is looking for a right-handed outfield back. The Tribe's outfield could use some upgrades with Bradley Zimmer injured on the farm and Lonnie Chisenhall out, and Jones would not only be an upgrade on the field but an […]