Luis Robert Transferred To 60-Day List

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (hip) has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. Robert has been out of commission while dealing with a hip flexor strain, and it's bad news for fantasy managers who were benefiting from his .316 batting average. The 23-year-old is eligible to return in July, although it is reasonable […]

AJ Pollock Could Get A Few Rehab Games

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock (hamstring) may play a few rehab games before getting activated, according to manager Dave Roberts. Pollock has been out for a few weeks with a strained left hamstring, and while he was eligible to come off the 10-day injured list a few days ago, fantasy managers may not see […]

Garrett Hampson Swipes Tenth Bag

Colorado Rockies second baseman Garrett Hampson continued showing off his speed in Thursday nightcap against the New York Mets, swiping his tenth bag of the season. He also went 1-for-3 with a double and a walk in the contest. Hampson's bat leaves plenty to be desired, as he's only slashing .232/.299/.429 on the year, but […]

Estevan Florial In Lineup Thursday

New York Yankees outfielder Estevan Florial is in the lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays. Florial was recalled from the minors on Thursday ahead of the contest and will get the start in center field, batting eighth against Blue Jays' lefty Robbie Ray. The 23-year-old is a must-add […]

Jake Fraley Could Rejoin Team During Current Homestand

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley has been doing well during a rehab assignment at Triple-A Tacoma and is a candidate to join the team during the current homestand, according to manager Scott Servais. Fraley only had 18 plate appearances before going on the injured list on April 7, but would appear to warrant consistent at-bats […]

Dominic Smith Hit By Pitch In Forearm

New York Mets outfielder Dominic Smith (knee, forearm) started Thursday evening's game against the Rockies despite his sore knee, and went 0-for-2 with a hit-by-pitch. Smith was drilled in his left forearm by Antonio Senzatela, and stayed in the game to run the bases. He was lifted later in a double switch. It is possible […]

Cameron Maybin Extends Hitless Streak To 26 At-Bats

New York Mets outfielder Cameron Maybin continued his season of attrition Thursday afternoon against the Rockies, extending his hitless streak to 26 at-bats to start his Mets career. That 26-game streak ties the Mets record for most hitless at-bats to start a tenure with the club. Fantasy managers may have seen Maybin as a solid […]

Billy McKinney Doubles, Scores Twice

New York Mets outfielder Billy McKinney played both ends of a doubleheader Thursday, seeing plenty of action in his first day with the club. In the nightcap, McKinney reached base twice, going 1-for-2 with a double and a walk. He came around to score on both occasions. McKinney batted fourth and third in the two […]

Odubel Herrera Scores Twice In Win Over Marlins

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored in a win over the Marlins on Thursday. Herrera has a stranglehold on the Phillies center field job as he's been hot with the bat and the glove lately, robbing a homer in this series. With the lumber, Herrera is batting […]

George Springer Does Outfield Drills On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (quad) was able to get through some outfield drills on Thursday. Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said this was the best that Springer has felt since injuring his quad. He has only appeared in four games with the team this season, so hopefully Springer won't be sidelined for too […]

Tyler O'Neill Activated Off Injured List

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill (finger) has been activated off the 10-day injured list on Thursday. He ended up missing a little less than two weeks due to a fractured finger. John Nogowski has been optioned to the minors in a corresponding move. Before the injury, O'Neill was hitting .250/.290/.530 with eight homers in […]

Nick Castellanos Sitting Out Thursday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos (rest) is sitting out of Thursday's seven inning matchup against the Washington Nationals. This is a routine rest day for the slugging outfielder in the second game of a double header. Tyler Naquin will slide over to right field versus right-hander Stephen Strasburg on Thursday. Naquin won't be a reliable […]

Harold Ramirez Has Big Day Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Harold Ramirez went 2-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored, and two RBI in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Detroit Tigers. Ramirez was batting cleanup in this one and made sure he delivered. He is now hitting .265 with two home runs and eight RBI since getting called up in early May. […]

Eddie Rosario Homers Thursday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Eddie Rosario went 2-for-4 with a double, a two-run home run, and three RBI in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Detroit Tigers. Rosario now has hits in seven straight games and nine of his last 10 games. He has brought his average up to .234 and now has four home runs and […]

Garrett Cooper Pinch Hits On Thursday

Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Garrett Cooper (oblique) played in Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Cooper appeared as a pinch hitter in the eighth inning, taking an at bat against Jose Alvarado in place of Corey Dickerson. After his at bat, Cooper remained in the game to play right field. In his one at bat, […]

Starling Marte Traveling With The Team To Boston

Miami Marlins outfielder Starling Marte (rib) is traveling with the team from Miami to Boston for the weekend series against the Red Sox. While no official move has been made just yet, it clearly implies that Marte will be able to play in the weekend series. Marte hasn't played in exactly a month, as he […]

Bryan Reynolds Homers In Loss To Cubs

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds went 2-for-3 with a home run, one RBI and one run scored in a 5-3 loss to the Cubs on Thursday. It was Reynolds' fifth homer of the year, and he is now slashing .292/.386/.474 with 19 RBI and 28 runs scored this season. While his value will be somewhat […]

Kris Bryant Hits Another Home Run

Chicago Cubs third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant continued his strong season in Thursday's victory versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bryant went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and two RBI in the contest. Bryant has been putting up MVP numbers in his walk year and is now hitting .320 with 11 home runs, 32 RBI and two […]

Estevan Florial Will Have Opportunity In Center Field

New York Yankees outfielder Estevan Florial will start the second game of Thursday's doubleheader in center field, and according to manager Aaron Boone, will be given every opportunity to run with the job after the team officially lost Aaron Hicks for the rest of the year to wrist surgery Thursday. Florial, who is 23 years […]

Brad Miller (2B/3B/OF, PHI) - Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 28% of leagues ANALYSIS: Brad Miller's rostered rate has skyrocketed this week, but he remains available to add in nearly three-quarters of Yahoo leagues. The versatile 31-year-old entered play on Thursday carrying a hefty .319/.380/.527 line, with five home runs and three stolen bases in just 100 plate […]

Charlie Blackmon Sits Out Second Game Of Twin Bill Thursday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon won't play in the second half of Thursday's doubleheader against the New York Mets. In the first half of the twin bill, Blackmon went 0-for-3 while batting in the cleanup spot and playing left field. Through his first 151 at-bats of the season, Blackmon currently sports a .686 OPS, which […]

Raimel Tapia Takes A Seat In Second Game Of Doubleheader

Colorado Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia won't play in the second game of Colorado's doubleheader against the New York Mets Thursday after going 0-for-3 while leading off and playing left field in the first game of the day. Tapia has struggled of late, slashing .151/.258/.226 over his last 15 games, with just one home run and […]

Dominic Smith Starting Nightcap Thursday

New York Mets outfielder Dominic Smith (knee) is in the lineup for the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Rockies. Smith banged his knee trying to score on what would eventually be deemed a home run by Tomas Nido on Tuesday night and sat out the first game on Thursday after Wednesday's rainout. Smith […]

Aaron Hicks Will Miss Remainder Of Season After Surgery

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (wrist) will miss the rest of the 2021 season, according to manager Aaron Boone. Hicks had initially been hoping to avoid the surgery, but eventually opted to go under the knife to repair a torn tendon sheath in his left wrist. Hicks had not been performing up to expectations […]

Danny Santana (1B, 2B, 3B, SS, OF, BOS) - Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12-Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 27% of leagues ANALYSIS: Since Danny Santana was called up to the majors for the Boston Red Sox, manager Alex Cora has not stopped talking about the new dimension Santana offers the lineup with his speed.  When a manager sees that kind of value, the playing time […]

Yankees Call Up Estevan Florial, Albert Abreu

The New York Yankees have called up outfielder Estevan Florial and pitcher Albert Abreu from Triple-A. The call-ups are in response to the team placing both Corey Kluber (shoulder) and Luke Voit (oblique) on the 10-day injured list. Abreu will work out of the bullpen for the team, while Florial could see a decent amount […]

Amed Rosario Scratched On Thursday With Hand Contusion

Cleveland Indians shortstop/outfielder Amed Rosario (hand) has been scratched from Thursday's lineup due to a right hand contusion. Yu Chang is getting the start at shortstop and batting sixth as the team faces Matthew Boyd and the Detroit Tigers. This will be Rosario's second straight game out of the lineup. Rosario has started to turn […]

Jordan Luplow Dealing With Ankle Discomfort

Cleveland Indians outfielder Jordan Luplow (ankle) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Matthew Boyd and the Detroit Tigers. Recent call-up Bradley Zimmer is getting the start in center field and batting ninth in the game. Luplow is dealing with renewed left ankle discomfort, according to Zack Meisel of The Athletic. Luplow […]

Franchy Cordero Optioned To Triple-A Worcester

Boston Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero was sent down to the minors following Wednesday night's marathon game against the Atlanta Braves. Cordero has struggled mightily to start the year, with a .179/.228/.274 slash line in 95 at-bats. The writing seemed to be on the wall after he didn't play against several right-handed starting pitchers over […]

Jarred Kelenic Has Been Unlucky, Betters Days Are Coming

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic has shown plenty of promise in his first games in the major leagues, but he's also been the victim of some bad luck. Kelenic currently has a batting average of .157, a number that lags behind his expected batting average of .250 by a league-high 93 points. In his first […]