Michael Brantley in Left Field and Batting Fifth on Friday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley is playing left field and batting fifth in Friday's game. Brantley just came off the disabled list after rehabbing from major ankle surgery. He'll likely get more days off than a regular outfielder for the next few weeks, but he's a solid fantasy outfielder in all formats and should be […]

Michael Brantley Activated from the Disabled List on Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (ankle) was activated from the disabled list on Thursday. To make room on the roster, Tyler Naquin was optioned to Triple-A Columbus. Brantley had major surgery to repair the ligaments in his ankle, and while he did get some playing time in the Cactus League, the team determined he wasn't […]

Tyler Naquin Optioned to Triple-A on Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Tyler Naquin was optioned to Triple-A Columbus. In a corresponding move, Michael Brantley (ankle) was activated from the disabled list. Naquin had two hits in 12 at-bats this season, including a home run. He'll get consistent playing time in Triple-A and will likely be the first player back up as soon as Cleveland […]

Adam Duvall Connects For Second Homer

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Adam Duvall was one of the few bright spots for his team on Thursday night in their 5-2 loss to the division-rival Pittsburgh Pirates. Duvall went 1-for-4 with a solo homer, his second round-tripper of the season. The veteran outfielder is now batting .176 with a .755 OPS, two homers and six […]

Clint Frazier Plays In Simulated Game

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (concussion) played in a simulated game on Thursday afternoon in Tampa, a massive step forward for the youngster. Frazier suffered a concussion early in spring training and has struggled with symptoms, delaying his return and subsequently landing him on the disabled list. Frazier’s injury, combined with multiple injuries to the […]

Corey Dickerson Mashes Two Extra-Base Hits

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Corey Dickerson had his second two-hit game in as many days on Thursday in a win over the Cincinnati Reds. He roped an RBI triple down the right field line in the fifth inning against Reds starter Homer Bailey and lined a double to right center field off of Amir Garrett in the […]

Lorenzo Cain Hitless In Three Straight

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain went 0-for-4 with a strikeout in the 8-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs. After starting out the season with a .500 batting average in his first four games of the year, Cain has now gone 0-for-11 in his last three games, dropping his batting average down to .310. Cain will […]

Gregory Polanco Goes Deep for Second Time in 2018

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's win against the Cincinnati Reds. The long ball was his second of the season, and he added a sacrifice fly to give him three RBI on the night. The 26-year-old is off to a nice start through six games, batting .286/.448/.714 […]

Jason Heyward Comes Up With Pinch-Hit Home Run

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward hit a pinch-hit two-run home run Thursday. Heyward has been a mega bust since signing an eight-year, $184 million deal with the Cubs prior to the 2016 season. Heyward remains best served for defensive purposes and should be avoided in most mixed leagues for now.

Avisail Garcia Continues To Hit The Ball Well

Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia continues to hit in 2018. Garcia finished Thursday evening going 2-for-5 with two runs scored. He is now hitting .333. Garcia is trying to prove that 2017 was no fluke and should be owned in all leagues.

Adam Eaton Is Fine After Leaving Game Early

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton (ankle) left Thursday's game in the sixth inning due to problems with his left ankle. X-rays came back negative, as it was simply a matter of scar tissue dislodging itself. It looks like a disabled list stint will be avoided and he should return in a day or two. Eaton […]

Steven Souza Could Start Rehab Assignment Within a Week

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza (pectoral) could be ready for a rehab assignment within a week or so. News that Souza is almost ready to play in live games comes as a bit of a surprise, as early timelines projected he would return close to mid-May. If the assignment goes well, Souza could return to […]

Jonathan Villar To Rest Thursday Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Jonathan Villar will get the day off on Thursday against Jon Lester and the Cubs. Utility speedster Hernan Perez will take Villar's spot at second base. Despite Villar starting the season on a good note with a .304 batting average, he currently only has one hit in eight at-bats versus left-handed pitchers […]

Jay Bruce Crushes Grand Slam

New York Mets outfielder Jay Bruce was off to a slow start in 2018, until Thursday’s game against the Washington Nationals, that is. Bruce finished finished 2-for-4 with a grand slam, two runs scored and four RBI after starting the year 4-for-22 without any homers. The long ball in this one was particularly important, as […]

Christian Yelich Out Of Lineup Thursday Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (oblique) will remain out of the lineup on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs, as expected. Yelich exited the game Wednesday in the seventh inning and did not return, and Brewers manager Craig Counsell announced that Yelich is dealing with some oblique stiffness. Because of the potential severity of oblique injuries, […]

Michael Conforto Homers In Debut

New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto was activated off the disabled list Thursday and hit leadoff and showed why fantasy owners were clamoring for his return. Conforto finished 1-for-4 in his 2018 debut, hitting a home run, scoring two runs, knocking two more in and walking once. The home run was particularly notable, as the […]

Kyle Schwarber And Jason Heyward Out Of Thursday’s Lineup

The Chicago Cubs will begin Thursday’s game with outfielders Jason Heyward and Kyle Schwarber on the bench. With the Cubs being opposed by left-hander Brent Suter, manager Joe Maddon will shift Ian Happ to left field with Albert Almora starting in center and Ben Zobrist in right field. Almora makes his money against lefties and […]

Trey Mancini Moved To Leadoff Spot On Thursday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini is hitting first for Thursday's game against the Yankees. It looks like the Chris Davis experiment is over. Davis is now batting fifth to break up the righty tandem of Adam Jones and Tim Beckham. It may also be an effort to snap the first baseman out of his early-season […]

Ben Gamel To Begin Rehab Assignment

Seattle Mariners outfielder Ben Gamel (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Modesto, per MLB.com. Gamel is recovering from a strained oblique, so the Mariners opted to send him to High-A as opposed to the chilly temperatures of Triple-A Tacoma. Gamel is certain to see a few games to ensure there are no setbacks before […]

Hunter Renfroe, Manuel Margot Return to Padres Lineup Thursday

After not getting the start Wednesday against the Rockies, San Diego Padres outfielders Manuel Margot and Hunter Renfroe will start in center and right field, respectively, in the Padres final game of the four-game series. Renfroe pinch hit for pitcher Robbie Erlin in the eighth inning Wednesday, hitting an RBI single in his only plate appearance. Margot […]

Dexter Fowler (OF) - Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 55% of Yahoo leagues ANALYSIS: While Dexter Fowler has gotten off to a slow start in 2018, going 3-for-23 with seven strikeouts and a walk, fantasy owners should not be alarmed as this is normal for Fowler. In three of the last four seasons, Fowler has had a batting […]

Eloy Jimenez Hurts Himself Lifting

Chicago White Sox top prospect Eloy Jimenez (pectoral) hurt himself lifting on Thursday, but Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports it is minor. Merkin also says that Jimenez has been hitting off a tee and is expected to report to extended spring training next week. Jimenez will begin the season in Double-A but should be able […]

Nick Delmonico Out Of Thursday’s Lineup

Chicago White Sox outfielder Nick Delmonico is out of Thursday’s lineup versus the Detroit Tigers. Delmonico has struggled early on and is just 1-for-13 on the young season. Outfielder Leury Garcia will take over for Delmonico and bat sixth. With the White Sox off Friday, Delmonico will hope to get back on track Saturday.

Scott Kingery Starting In Right For Home Opener

Philadelphia Phillies manager Gabe Kapler stated earlier this spring that prized rookie second baseman Scott Kingery would play all around the field for the club this season. On Thursday, as the team gets set for their first home game of the year, that announcement continues to be validated, as the 23-year-old will start in right field […]

Michael Conforto Hitting Leadoff On Thursday

Not only was New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) activated from the disabled list on Thursday, but he’s getting right back in the thick of things by starting right away. Conforto is hitting leadoff on Thursday for the opening game of the Mets showdown with the division-rival Washington Nationals. Conforto spent the majority of his […]

Michael Conforto Is Officially Back

The New York Mets have activated outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) from the 10-day disabled list. It’s a stunningly quick return for Conforto, who had been projected to be out until at least early May after undergoing shoulder surgery last summer. Conforto is coming off a massive breakout of a season in 2017, when he slashed .279/.384/.555 […]

Champ or Chump - Derek Dietrich and Josh Harrison

One of the biggest differences between daily and weekly fantasy formats is that sinking feeling you get when one of your studs has a day off. It happens to everyone in weekly formats, but your rivals are getting a game advantage over you in daily settings. You can't carry a backup on your bench for […]

Jose Berrios, Byron Buxton Turned Down Contract Extensions This Winter

On the heels of the Colorado Rockies and Charlie Blackmon agreeing to a contract extension, news broke that the Minnesota Twins offered winter contract extensions to several of their young stars. According to a report, Minnesota tried to extend outfielders Byron Buxton and Max Kepler, right-hander Jose Berrios and two other unnamed young players, but all […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for April 5th

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire. We are back at it again this year, publishing this article seven days a week. It's still just the first week of MLB games, but we are always ready to stream. For those who are new - use this column on a daily basis […]

Kevin Kiermaier Drives In A Run Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier went 1-for-4 Wednesday versus New York Yankees. He scored the first run of the game. He also struck out his last three times at the plate. Kiermaier is off to a horrible start, as he is 2-for-23 with one walk in the first six games of the season. He […]