Jake Fraley Scratched From Friday's Lineup

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley (illness) was scratched from Friday's lineup, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Shed Long Jr. will now get the start in left and is batting ninth against the Angels. Kramer reports that Fraley was scratched because he was feeling under the weather, but that the illness is not COVID-19 related. […]

Justin Upton Still Without Timetable For Return

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (back) still remains without a timetable for his return, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Manager Joe Maddon said that Upton had a good workout session on Thursday, but he is unsure when Upton will return or if he will need a rehab assignment before he […]

Victor Robles Exits Game In Second Inning Friday

Washington Nationals outfielder Victor Robles left Friday's game in the top of the second inning with an apparent injury, according to Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post. Nationals relief pitcher Paolo Espino was completing his warmup pitches after entering the game with two outs in the top of the second inning, when manager Dave Martinez […]

Nick Castellanos Exits After Hit By Pitch Friday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos (wrist) exited Friday's game in the fourth inning after being hit by a pitch on the wrist in the bottom of the third inning, according to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. Aristides Aquino has now replaced Castellanos in right field. There's no word on the severity of the injury, but fantasy […]

Phillip Evans Returns From Injured List

The Pittsburgh Pirates activated infielder/outfielder Phillip Evans from the seven-day concussion list on Friday and optioned infielder Cole Tucker to Triple-A Indianapolis in a corresponding move. Evans was out since July 5 after suffering a concussion in a game against the Atlanta Braves. The 28-year-old was seeing regular playing time at first base before his […]

Mark Canha Could Return To Lineup This Weekend

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha (hip) is showing improvement and could return to the Athletics' lineup this weekend, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Canha landed on the 10-day injured list with a left hip strain on June 25, and prior to the injury he was in the midst of a good year at the […]

Adam Eaton Will Be Everyday Right Fielder For Angels

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Adam Eaton will be the everyday right fielder going forward for the team, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Eaton was signed by the Angels earlier in the week after he was released by the Chicago White Sox just before the All-Star Game. He has not looked very […]

Mike Trout Expected Back In Two Weeks

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (calf) is expected to be back with the team within two weeks, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. Manager Joe Maddon said that Trout is close to 100 percent, but he is still not running at 100 percent just yet. Maddon added that Trout will need […]

Bryce Harper To Rest In Game 2 Friday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper is not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the doubleheader against the Miami Marlins on Friday. Harper went 1-for-3 with a double and a run scored in the Game 1 win and is now hitting .283 on the season with a .900 OPS. His fantasy managers would probably […]

Blue Jays To Return To Rogers Center On July 30

The Toronto Blue Jays announced on Friday that they will return home to Rogers Centre on July 30 against the Kansas City Royals after playing parts of two seasons in Buffalo, N.Y., and Dunedin, Fla., during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their home games in Toronto will be played with "robust health and safety protocols in place." […]

Travis Jankowski Drives In Four Versus Marlins

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Travis Jankowski went 3-for-3 with four RBI in a win over the Marlins on Friday. Jankowski got the Phillies on the board in the first inning with a two-out, bases-loaded double to put the home team up early. The veteran outfielder would also drive in a run with a single to post […]

Mike Tauchman Activated From Injured List

The San Francisco Giants activated outfielder Mike Tauchman (knee) from the 10-day injured list on Friday and optioned infielder Jason Vosler to Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move. Third baseman Evan Longoria (shoulder) was also moved to the 60-day injured list. Tauchman will return as a left-handed hitting option off the bench for the Giants. […]

Hoy Jun Park, Rob Brantly Added To Roster

New York Yankees infielder Hoy Jun Park and catcher Rob Brantly were purchased from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday to help with depth after the Yankees put outfielder Aaron Judge, third baseman Gio Urshela and catcher Kyle Higashioka on the COVID-19 injured list due to positive tests. Park, a left-handed hitting middle infielder, has hit .303/.450/.505 […]

Billy McKinney Designated For Assignment

The New York Mets designated outfielder Billy McKinney for assignment on Friday to make room on the roster for third baseman J.D. Davis (finger). McKinney becomes the odd man out on a crowded Mets roster. The 26-year-old left-handed hitter batted just .213 with a .282 on-base percentage, but he also had eight home runs, 20 […]

Jake Lamb Starting Rehab Assignment At Triple-A

Chicago White Sox infielder/outfielder Jake Lamb (quadriceps) has been sent out on a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte. Lamb has been out for nearly three weeks with a strained right quad, but he could return to the White Sox within the next week, barring any setbacks. The 30-year-old left-handed slugger just hasn't seen […]

Randy Arozarena Absent From Friday’s Lineup Vs. Atlanta

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Braves. Heading into the All-Star break, the 26-year-old was in a 3-for-24 (.125) slump over his last seven games. The Rays are giving Arozarena another day off to clear his head and he will begin the second half […]

Marwin Gonzalez Goes On The Injured List

Boston Red Sox utility man Marwin Gonzalez (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday, clearing room on the roster for outfielder Jarren Duran. This move was expected, as manager Alex Cora stated prior to the all-star break that Gonzalez was likely to miss time. Gonzalez will be eligible to return on July 23, […]

Jarren Duran Will Not Start Friday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran was initially set to bat seventh and play center field in his major league debut Thursday night, but he will now take a seat Friday night, as the Red Sox are facing New York Yankees left-hander Jordan Montgomery. Kike Hernandez will take his customary place in center field in […]

Joc Pederson Not In Braves Lineup Friday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Joc Pederson is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Rays, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Bowman adds that the team had been hoping to get Pederson to join the team in time for Friday's game, but it appears he will have to wait until Saturday before he […]

Red Sox-Yankees Game Will Be Played Friday

The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees will be able to play Friday night's game after Thursday's postponement due to COVID-19 protocols, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. In a statement from MLB, it was announced that after conducting testing and contact tracing in the Yankees organization, it has been deemed OK for Friday's […]

Adam Duvall Back In Lineup Friday Against Phillies

Miami Marlins outfielder Adam Duvall (ribs) is back in the lineup on Friday and batting fourth against the Phillies after missing Sunday's matchup with the Braves. Duvall had been removed from Saturday's game early with intercostal soreness, and was held out of Sunday's lineup while he continued to deal with the issue. It had been […]

Jesus Sanchez Placed On The Injured List

Miami Marlins rookie outfielder Jesus Sanchez (undisclosed) has been placed on the injured list. The team did not provide a reason for the transaction, signifying that it is a COVID-related issue. It is unclear if Sanchez tested positive himself or if he was identified as part of the contact tracing protocols. Isan Diaz has been […]

Rapid Tests Come Back Negative For Tampa Bay All-Stars

COVID-19 rapid tests performed on Tampa Bay Rays players who were at the All-Star Game have come back negative, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. While there wasn't any direct evidence that pointed to a potential positive test among the Rays All-Stars, it's still good news as concern has spread across the […]

Tigers-Twins Postponed On Friday

The Detroit Tigers and Minnesota Twins had their scheduled doubleheader postponed on Friday due to inclement weather. Game 1 has been rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Saturday, with games starting at 1:10 pm ET and 6:10 pm ET. Game 2 has been rescheduled for August 30, which was a shared off day […]

Andrew McCutchen Not In Lineup For First Game Of Doubleheader

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen is not in the lineup for the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Marlins. Utilityman Brad Miller will fill in for McCutchen in left field and bat second versus Miami Starter Sandy Alcantara. McCutchen should be back in his usual cleanup slot for the nightcap so fantasy managers can […]

Aaron Judge, Gio Urshela Going On COVID-19 Injured List

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge, third baseman Gio Urshela and catcher Kyle Higashioka will join pitchers Nestor Cortes, Jonathan Loaisiga and Wandy Peralta on the COVID-19 injured list on Friday after their positive tests have been confirmed. The Yankees and Boston Red Sox are tentatively scheduled to play Friday after the game was postponed […]

Nomar Mazara DFA'd, Willi Castro Optioned Friday

In a series of roster moves on Friday, the Detroit Tigers designated outfielder Nomar Mazara for assignment and optioned infielder Willi Castro to Triple-A Toledo. Outfielder Derek Hill and infielder Isaac Paredes were called up from Toledo in corresponding roster moves. For Mazara, the 26-year-old hasn't been able to recapture his form since leaving Texas […]

Lorenzo Cain Progressing In Rehab Stint

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain (hamstring) completed seven planned innings with Triple-A Nashville on Thursday. The two-time All-Star has gone 2-for-11 during his rehab stint that began July 8. The 35-year-old has only appeared in 31 of the 92 games this season for the Brewers, as he's battled hamstring and quadriceps injuries. On the season, […]

Twins Looking To Lock Up Byron Buxton

The Minnesota Twins have offered outfielder Byron Buxton a long-term contract in excess of $70 million. The 27-year-old is expected to decline the offer, as his upside alone should garner a more lucrative contract. The former 2017 second overall pick has been on the shelf since June 22 with a fractured left hand and isn't […]

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  MLB DFS Premium Cheatsheet for 7/16 Last week of action before the all-star break, let's make the most of it. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard.    Top Tournament Stacks for 7/16/21 This section will highlight the top tournament lineup stacks of the day (depending on the size of […]