Lou Trivino Making Progress

New York Yankees relief pitcher Lou Trivino (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Saturday, April 8, that went well, according to manager Aaron Boone. "With the nature of his injury, he was throwing quicker, but also a slower play," Boone said. "He's thrown a couple of 'pens now, so he's doing pretty well." Trivino was […]

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

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. And just like that, we've got another week of baseball in the history books. The 2023 season brings new rules and challenges, but that's exciting! Let's navigate these uncharted waters together and wade into the waiver waters. As always, I must caution you to […]

Fantasy Baseball Injury News and Updates: Justin Verlander, Michael Harris, Max Fried, Eloy Jimenez and more

We are now a full ten days into the baseball season. Trends are starting to take shape. Some players have been able to carry over their good spring to a good start to the season. Others are hitting that bump in the road early on. A lot of it may have to do with playing […]

David Bednar Records Fourth Save

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander David Bednar allowed one hit while striking out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Sunday's 1-0 win over the Chicago White Sox. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 28-year-old completed the shutout by striking out Oscar Colas to earn his […]

Seranthony Dominguez Implodes Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez had a rough outing Sunday, blowing the save and taking the loss in his first save opportunity of the season. Dominguez entered the game with a 4-3 lead, but promptly allowed two hits and two walks to let the game slip away. This is Dominguez's second rough outing of […]

Ian Gibaut Earns First Save Sunday

Cincinnati Reds right-handed pitcher Ian Gibaut picked up his first save of the season Sunday, closing out a 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Gibaut struck out two Phillies and didn't allow a baserunner in his inning of work. The 29-year-old journeyman has had a solid start to his 2023 season, allowing just one run […]

Matt Brash Struggles On Sunday

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Matt Brash was unable to shut the door versus the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. The right-hander was asked to take the mound in the ninth with Paul Sewald unavailable. Brash struggled in this outing, allowing two hits, two earned runs, and struck out three batters during his one inning of work. […]

Pierce Johnson Records Third Save

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Pierce Johnson has done a solid job filling in for Daniel Bard (personal) who is currently on the injured list. Johnson was called upon to hold a one-run lead against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. The right-hander allowed one walk, but was able to shut the door and record his third […]

Taylor Rogers Notches First Save

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Taylor Rogers was asked to take the mound in the ninth inning during Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals. The left-hander was able to get through all three of the batters he faced and earn his first save of the season. Normally, Camilo Doval is the primary closer, but […]

Andres Munoz Lands On Injured List

The Seattle Mariners placed relief pitcher Andres Munoz (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list on Sunday and also optioned pitcher Matt Festa to Triple-A Tacoma. In corresponding moves, the team recalled pitchers Justin Topa and J.B. Bukauskas from Tacoma. Munoz is dealing with some right shoulder issues that will keep him sidelined for a while, […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Closes Out Saturday's Game

The Washington Nationals had a 7-2 lead at the beginning of the ninth inning on Saturday against the Colorado Rockies, but once it got to 7-5 with still no out, they called on Carl Edwards Jr. to finish the game. The right-hander allowed three hits and a run while striking out a batter over his […]

Packy Naughton Placed On 15-Day IL

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Packy Naughton landed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday. The 26-year-old was removed from Friday night's meeting with the Brewers because of left forearm tightness, so he likely won't be back anytime soon. Naughton has appeared in four games this season, amassing a 0.00 ERA while striking out five […]

Drey Jameson May Enter The Rotation

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Drey Jameson may enter the starting rotation. Zach Davies (oblique) exited Saturday's win over the Los Angeles Dodgers because of an oblique strain. Manager Torey Lovullo provided an update on Davies, indicating the righty could miss "weeks." While the skipper declined to specify who would take Davies' spot in the rotation, […]

Camilo Doval Tagged With The Loss Against Kansas City

San Francisco Giants right-hander Camilo Doval (0-1) allowed one run on a hit while striking out one across an inning in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals. He was tagged with the loss, Doval's first of the season. With the game tied 5-5 and a runner on third base in the top of […]

Jhoan Duran Records Second Save

Minnesota Twins right-hander Jhoan Duran struck out the only batter he faced to earn the save in Saturday's 9-6 win over the Houston Astros. He entered the game in the ninth inning with two runners on and two outs. Duran struck Yainer Diaz out swinging on a 101 MPH fastball to seal the Twins' victory. […]

David Robertson Notches Second Save On Saturday

New York Mets right-hander David Robertson struck out one over a perfect inning to pick up the save during Saturday's 5-2 win over the Miami Marlins. The 38-year-old entered the ninth inning to protect a three-run lead. Robertson retired all three batters he faced to earn his second save of the season. The veteran right-hander […]

Aroldis Chapman Records Save Saturday

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman notched his first save of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday. Scott Barlow was unavailable for the Royals, hence why Chapman got the opportunity. Chapman struck out two while throwing eight of his 14 pitches for strikes. He now has eight strikeouts in four innings […]

Adrian Houser Set For Rehab Assignment Sunday

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Adrian Houser (groin) will head to Nashville Sunday to begin a rehab assignment. He will pitch in a multi-inning role out of the bullpen. He started the year on the IL and has been dealing with a groin issue since the end of last season.

Garrett Whitlock Will Start On Tuesday Against Tampa

Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock (hip) told reporters on Saturday that he will make his season debut on Tuesday when he starts against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 26-year-old was solid as a starter and out of the bullpen for the Sox last year before a hip injury cut his season short. He posted […]

Craig Kimbrel Closes Out Friday's Win

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Craig Kimbrel notched his first save of the season on Friday when he closed out the 5-2 win against the Cincinnati Reds. It was the first save of the Phillies season but might be an indication the club will role with the longtime reliever to lead the closer committee. Kimbrel was solid […]

Michael Fulmer Records Cubs First Save Of Season

The Chicago Cubs finally had a chance for a save Friday against the Texas Rangers, and it was right-hander Michael Fulmer who took the hill to close the 2-0 victory. He went two innings, allowing one hit and striking out four. Fulmer is running a 0.00 ERA with seven punchouts and one walk across 3.1 […]

Jonathan Loaisiga Heading To The 15-Day IL

New York Yankees relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga (elbow) was placed on the 15-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to April 6. The 28-year-old has compiled a 2.70 ERA this season (three games). He also has two holds, so it's an unwelcome development for those in leagues that count them. Hopefully, the elbow inflammation Loaisiga is […]

Drey Jameson Picks Up Win Over Dodgers

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Drey Jameson earned a win on Friday night over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the team's 6-3 victory. Jameson went 2 1/3 innings in relief of starter Madison Bumgarner and didn't allow a hit or a run while walking one and striking out one. The 25-year-old right-hander has now won two […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Earns A Hold Friday

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. earned his first hold of the season in Friday's 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers when he tossed a scoreless inning with a strikeout in the seventh inning. Starter Marcus Stroman tossed six innings of shutout ball and handed it to Chicago's bullpen. Following Leiter's hold, Michael Fulmer […]

Cole Sulser Lands On The Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Cole Sulser (shoulder) landed on the 15-day injured list on Friday, retroactive to April 6. Per skipper Torey Lovullo, the 33-year-old has a strained right teres major in his right shoulder and remains without a timetable for his return. That said, Sulser hasn't played well this season, amassing a miserable 6.23 […]

Eric Cross' Dynasty News and Notes: James Outman, Joey Wiemer, Francisco Alvarez, Grayson Rodriguez and more

In the blink of an eye, the first week of the MLB regular season has come and gone, along with Triple-A Opening Day last week and Double-A/Single-A Opening Day on Thursday. In the dynasty world, news and notes articles take on a whole new meaning. Not only are we discussing short-term value with these players, […]

Alex Colome Signs Deal With White Sox

Free-agent relief pitcher Alex Colome has signed a minor-league contract with the Chicago White Sox. The 34-year-old was released by the Washington Nationals at the end of spring training. He'll look to bounce back after a horrendous 2022 campaign with the Colorado Rockies. Colome posted a career-worst 5.74 ERA in 53 games with the Rockies […]

Seiya Suzuki, Brandon Hughes Starting Rehab Assignments

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (oblique) and relief pitcher Brandon Hughes (knee) will both begin their minor-league rehab assignments with Triple-A Iowa on Saturday. Suzuki is getting a late start to the 2023 campaign due to an oblique injury that he suffered in spring training, but he's nearing a return and will be an everyday […]

Brusdar Graterol Unavailable Thursday Due To Back Tightness

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol was unable to pitch in Thursday's 5-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks due to back tightness, according to Bill Plunkett. There's no word on if the right-hander will be given the green light in the next game on Friday or if he'll need another day off. Graterol is looking […]

Evan Phillips Records Another Save Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Evan Phillips notched his second save of the season on Thursday when he pitched a clean ninth inning with a strikeout to close out the 5-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. He now has a save in back-to-back games and is pitching well thus far, allowing no runs with one strikeout […]