Victor Reyes Likely To Be Recalled Before Monday's Game

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes is expected to be recalled from Triple-A prior to Monday's game against the Cleveland Indians. It sounds like Reyes will return to the big leagues following the demotion of outfielder JaCoby Jones. Reyes was struggling at the plate in early May before being sent to the minors. Since then, he […]

Alex Verdugo Pinch Hits Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (hamstring) pinch-hit in Sunday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies, grouding into a force-out against Archie Bradley in the nith inning. It was Verdugo's first appearance since Friday, when he left the game with a hamstring strain. This appearance is a very good sign that the issue is not a […]

Franchy Cordero Launches Monster Home Run

Boston Red Sox outfielder Franchy Cordero hit his first home run of the season Sunday, a 474-foot moon shot off of Phillies starter Zack Wheeler in the top of the eighth inning. Even after the solo homer, Cordero's OPS for the year is a paltry .501, and he is on the roster bubble with Christian […]

Nick Mariano's Waiver Picks - Get 'Em While They're Hot (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Most teams have played roughly 45 games this season, meaning we're nearly 28% of the way through our glorious return to full-season baseball. Mind the marathon factor and adjust your appetite for risk accordingly given your standings, be mindful of targeting certain categories and […]

Nick Castellanos Homers, Drives In Three

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a homer, a walk, and three RBI in a 9-4 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Castellanos' big afternoon was one of the few bright spots for the Reds, who dropped two of three to their division rivals over the weekend. Castellanos is having […]

Andrew Vaughn Has Big Pinch-Hit Home Run

Chicago White Sox first baseman/outfielder Andrew Vaughn came up with a big pinch-hit home run versus the New York Yankees in Sunday's loss. Vaughn hit the solo blast off of closer Aroldis Chapman to tie the game 4-4 at the time. Vaughn had been in a slump entering the game and didn't get the start […]

Franmil Reyes Could Be Out For Up To Seven Weeks

Cleveland Indians outfielder Franmil Reyes (abdomen) could be out for up to seven weeks. Reyes was yanked from Saturday's matchup against Minnesota due to a left oblique strain, and while he could be back sooner, he may also be out longer than expected. The 25-year-old has been one of the most productive fantasy options this […]

Kyle Garlick Hits Go-Ahead Homer

Minnesota Twins outfielder Kyle Garlick came up big for his team in Sunday's extra-innings win over the Cleveland Indians. Garlick entered the game as a defensive replacement for Max Kepler (hamstring) in the seventh inning. He stepped up to the plate with the game tied and two runners on in the 10th inning and proceeded […]

Max Kepler Belts Fifth Homer Sunday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Sunday's victory over the Cleveland Indians. Kepler got the Twins on the board in the fourth inning, homering on a Zach Plesac 2-0 changeup. The blast traveled 388 feet at an exit velocity of 103.7 MPH and was his fifth […]

Mookie Betts Dealing With Shoulder Soreness

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (shoulder) is listed as day-to-day. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that the 28-year-old is currently dealing with shoulder soreness, an ailment that has now kept him out for the last two games. Betts' next opportunity to suit up will come on Tuesday against the Houston Astros. However, it wouldn't be […]

Clint Frazier Collects Three Hits, Two Stolen Bases Sunday

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier collected three hits and a pair of stolen bases in Sunday's win over the Chicago White Sox. Frazier had missed some time with neck issues, though he returned to the lineup with a bang, reaching base safely via the base hit in three of his four trips to the […]

Aaron Judge Delivers Game-Winning RBI

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge went 1-for-3 with a pair of walks, an RBI, and a run scored in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Chicago White Sox. Judge had never delivered a walk-off hit in his career when he stepped up to the plate in the ninth inning with the bases loaded. The slugger […]

Brad Miller Launches Three-Run Homer Versus Red Sox

Philadelphia Phillies infielder/outfielder Brad Miller went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer in a win over the Red Sox on Sunday. Miller's first-inning homer barely grazed the bottom of the foul-pole, Statcast projected the homer at 330 feet, but it still counted for three runs to put the home team up early. Miller would also single […]

Odubel Herrera Stuffs The Stat Sheet Versus Boston

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera did a little bit of everything for the Phillies offense in a win over the Red Sox on Sunday. Herrera got things started for Philadelphia in the first inning when he was hit by a pitch, stole second base, and eventually came around to score a run. He was far […]

Dominic Smith Without A Home Run Since April 13

New York Mets outfielder/first baseman Dominic Smith went 1-for-4 in the Mets' 5-1 loss to the Marlins on Sunday. Smith had been heating up in early May, giving fantasy managers some hope, but he has fallen back into a slump. Smith is batting just .192/.276/.192 over his last seven games and has not hit a […]

J.D. Davis Misses Rehab Appearance On Sunday

New York Mets third baseman/outfielder J.D. Davis (hand), currently on the 10-day injured list, missed Sunday's rehab appearance with the Mets Triple-A affiliate Syracuse due to a stiff neck. With an off-day tomorrow for the Syracuse Mets, and the Mets looking for Davis to get a couple of more games in before activating him, it […]

Bryan Reynolds Extends On-Base Streak To 10 Games

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds went 1-for-3 with a double, a walk and one RBI in a 7-1 loss to the Braves on Sunday. He extended his on-base streak to 10 games on Sunday, as he is hitting 13-for-39 with three doubles, one home run, four walks, four RBI and five runs scored in that […]

Randal Grichuk Slugs Eighth Homer

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Randal Grichuk hit a clutch go-ahead two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth, but it wasn't enough as the club ended up falling to the Rays 5-4 on Sunday. His shot came off Josh Fleming to straight-away centerfield for his eighth bomb of the year and team-leading 36th RBI. Grichuk […]

Dylan Carlson Remains Out Of Lineup Sunday Night

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dylan Carlson (back) remains out of the lineup on Sunday, one day after he was scratched from the lineup due to back tightness. Lane Thomas will get the start in right for the second day in a row, and is batting eighth against the Cubs. Carlson has gotten off to a […]

Trent Grisham Not In Lineup Sunday

San Diego Padres outfielder Trent Grisham (heel) is not in the lineup for the second straight day on Sunday. Grisham exited Friday's game with a heel bruise, and was held out of the lineup Saturday. He's been having a great season at the plate so far, slashing .301/.383/.515 with six home runs, seven steals, 14 […]

Wil Myers Activated From IL Sunday

San Diego Padres outfielder Wil Myers (COVID-19) was activated from the injured list on Sunday afternoon, according to AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. Myers will start in right field and bat sixth against Justin Dunn and the Mariners in his first game back since testing positive for COVID-19. Over 35 games this year, Myers is slashing […]

Mookie Betts Scratched From Lineup Sunday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts has been scratched from the lineup for Sunday's finale against the Giants with left shoulder soreness, according to Fabian Ardaya. DJ Peters will now get the start in the outfield and bat eighth against San Francisco. Managers should consider Betts day-to-day for now, but check for further updates on his […]

Jarred Kelenic Not In Lineup For Sunday's Game

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Padres. This looks to be simply a day off for the promising rookie, who had played in each of the team's last nine games since his call-up. While he has been one of the more hyped up prospects in […]

Mark Canha Gets Day Off On Sunday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Mark Canha is not in the lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Angels. It appears to just be a day off for Canha, who has played in 26 of the team's last 27 games. He's been off to a great start this season, slashing .257/.381/.485 with nine home runs, six steals, 14 […]

Yordan Alvarez Taking A Seat Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers. Alvarez has been in the midst of a slump, as he's 3-for-21 with eight strikeouts over his last five games played. Manager Dusty Baker said the slugger looks a bit lost at the plate and that the […]

Victor Robles Placed On 10-Day Injured List

Washington Nationals outfielder Victor Robles (ankle) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday. Robles injured his right ankle this past Wednesday, and the team called it a right ankle sprain. Manager Dave Martinez said the team placed him on the injured list Sunday rather than Tuesday, their original plan, to give him a […]

Luis Arraez In Sunday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins utility Luis Arraez (shoulder) is in the lineup for Sunday's contest against the Cleveland Indians. Arraez appeared to injure his shoulder while attempting to steal second base during Saturday's game, though he remained in the game and was able to put together some solid at-bats, so it wasn't looked at as something serious. […]

Clint Frazier Returns To Lineup Sunday

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (neck) is back in the lineup for Sunday's series finale against the Chicago White Sox. Frazier had missed the previous five games with a neck issue but is back in right field and batting eighth against White Sox lefty Dallas Keuchel. Frazier is 2-for-8 with a home run and […]

Alex Verdugo Remains Out Sunday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (hamstring) remains out of the lineup Sunday against the Phillies. Verdugo strained his hamstring on Friday, and received the day off Saturday. Verdugo was meant to get checked out Sunday, so an updated prognosis may be forthcoming. In the meantime, Danny Santana is manning center field. Fantasy managers should […]

Harold Ramirez Collects Two Hits Saturday

Cleveland Indians outfielder Harold Ramirez went 2-for-4 with a double in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Minnesota Twins. Ramirez has been solid since getting the call up earlier this month. He is now hitting .250 with two home runs and five RBI across his first 48 at-bats and has found himself hitting in the middle […]