Cody Allen Strikes Out the Side on Wednesday

Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen struck out the side in the ninth inning of Wednesday's game. It was not a save situation, as Cleveland was up 6-0, but Allen allowed just one hit and mowed down three Tigers hitters with 17 pitches (12 strikes). It was nice to see Allen get in and get work […]

Yankees Series In Washington Postponed

The New York Yankees were set to resume Tuesday night’s game and play their second game against the Nationals at Nationals Park on Wednesday, but both have been called off due to rain. Steady rain has been falling along the east coast, initially forcing a stop to Tuesday’s series opener midway through the sixth inning. […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Optioned to Triple-A

The Philadelphia Phillies optioned pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after Wednesday's game. Leiter joined the Phillies off the 10-day disabled list Tuesday, but he did not appear out of the bullpen in either game. The right-hander pitched 90 2/3 innings and struck out 84 batters with a 4.96 ERA in 2017. He […]

Austin Voth Called Up As 26th Man Wednesday

Washington Nationals starter and pitching prospect Austin Voth has been called up as the team's 26th man for the second Wednesday games against the Yankees in D.C. Tuesday's contest was suspended and will be completed Wednesday if the rain lets ups. The regular night game will be played a few hours later, which is why […]

Darren O'Day's Bullpen Session Goes Well

MASNsports.com writer Roch Kubatko reports that Baltimore Orioles reliever Darren O'Day (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday that "went well." Kubatko adds that the team will see how O'Day reacts Thursday and if there are no issues, he could be activated from the disabled list on Friday. O'Day has been on the DL with […]

Luke Gregerson Placed Back on the Disabled List

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson was placed back on the disabled list on Wednesday due to a shoulder impingement. Gregerson began the season on the DL with a hamstring strain, came back to post an ugly 8.64 ERA in 12 outings, and will now head back to the shelf, this time with the […]

Andrew Miller Struggles on Tuesday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller struggled on Tuesday, allowing two runs and three walks. He also allowed an inherited runner to score. Miller threw 22 pitches and only nine were strikes. He's struggled since coming off the disabled list, allowing two runs in two of his three appearances. Before heading to the DL, Miller […]

Caleb Smith (SP/RP, MIA) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues OWNED IN: 39% of leagues ANALYSIS: Miami Marlins pitcher Caleb Smith should have been owned for a while and, hopefully, RotoBallers who have bought him surely will not have bailed already. However, his ownership is still too low and we need more people to realize the talent in South […]

Cleveland Re-Signs Matt Belisle

The Cleveland Indians re-signed relief pitcher Matt Belisle to a minor league contract. Belisle was with Cleveland to start the season, but after posting a 5.06 ERA in 10 2/3 innings, he was designated for assignment and elected free agency once he cleared waivers. Seemingly unable to find a better opportunity, he re-signed with the […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets for May 17

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire all season long. This article, now in its second year, runs seven days a week. Even at this relatively early juncture, there's plenty of value in streaming. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (5/16/18): MLB DFS Lineups

We have somewhat of an odd Wednesday slate of games. There are two slates - early and late. The early slate has significantly more games, but the late slate, as always, is technically featured. I utilized players from both slates for this article to give you the optimal chance at cashing on both slates tonight. […]

Blue Jays Recall Danny Barnes, Option Deck McGuire

The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled reliever Danny Barnes from Triple-A Buffalo and optioned reliever Deck McGuire to Buffalo in a corresponding transaction. Barnes has 14 innings at the Major League level this year, putting up an impressive 2.57 ERA but with a 1.17 WHIP and 5.14 BB/9. Yeah, you could say some ERA regression […]

Steven Wright Gives Up Two ER in Return to Sox Bullpen

On Tuesday, Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright had an ugly return from a 15-game suspension stemming from offseason assault allegations. Pitching in relief, the knuckleballer gave up two earned runs in just 2 1/3 innings as Boston lost to Oakland 5-3. He surrendered three walks while only getting one strikeout. Wright may be a […]

AL-Only Waiver Team of the Week - MLB Week 7

Every week a significant player will hit the disabled list, start a slump, or a get traded out the division. How fantasy owners adapt to these situations can make or break the season as a whole. One lousy add might not hurt the long terms standings of a team, but failing to take advantage of […]

Alex Colome Earns Eighth Save Tuesday Versus Kansas City

Tampa Bay Rays closer Alex Colome earned a save for the second straight day Tuesday versus the Royals. He struck out one while allowing a single hit. He would earn his eighth save of the season. It has been a rough season, but Colome likely has a long leash, as he tallied 84 saves the […]

Boone Logan Struggling Since Return

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Boone Logan has struggled out of the gate and despite not giving up a run, he's rocking a WHIP of 3.75 on the season. In 1 1/3 innings of work, he's given up three hits and two walks since returning from a triceps strain earlier in spring training. It appears he's […]

Dan Winkler Could See Save Chances

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker mentioned that reliever Dan Winkler could see save opportunities going forward. A.J. Minter was also mentioned along with primary closer Arodys Vizcaino. The right-hander has an excellent 0.98 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 27 strikeouts in 18 1/3 innings in 2018. If he were ever to become the primary closer, he […]

Arodys Vizcaino Blows Save As Braves Lose

Atlanta Braves closer Arodys Vizcaino didn't seem to benefit from having Monday off. The closer came into Tuesday's game to nail down a 2-1 lead. It didn't go well. First, he gave up a run-scoring double to Addison Russell. Then Ben Zobrist singled in Russell. Vizcaino has seven saves on the season, so he's going […]

Shane Greene Struggles Early But Records Save

Detroit Tigers closer Shane Greene made it tough on himself on Tuesday, committing a two-out throwing error and a wild pitch, but he stranded the tying run on third base as he got Michael Brantley to ground out. This marks Greene's eighth save in nine chances, and he has now lowered his ERA to 3.93 […]

Alex Wilson Won't Come Off DL Friday

Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Wilson (foot) won't be ready to come off the disabled list on Friday but is hoping to return to the Tigers bullpen in about two weeks. Wilson was placed on the DL on May 7 with a plantar fascia tear in his left foot. He has resumed a throwing program […]

Mark Melancon Will Throw To Hitters On Thursday

San Francisco Giants closer Mark Melancon (forearm) will face hitters on Thursday for the first time since being placed on the disabled list prior to Opening Day. If everything goes well, Melancon will begin his rehab assignment on Sunday or Monday. Hunter Strickland has done a good job filling in as the team’s closer and […]

Mark Leiter Activated From Disabled List

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mark Leiter (forearm) has been activated from the 10-day disabled list. The right-hander missed the beginning of the season with a forearm strain. Leiter is available out of the Phillies bullpen. The 27-year-old threw five scoreless innings in his rehab stint with High-A Clearwater. Leiter struck out 84 batters in 90 2/3 […]

Zach Britton Nearing Rehab Assignment

Baltimore Orioles two-time All-Star closer Zach Britton (Achilles) threw 15 pitches off the mound on Tuesday as he gets closer to beginning a rehab assignment, reports Baltimore Sun writer Eduardo Encina. Britton threw 15 pitches to outfielder Craig Gentry to simulate at-bats and will likely ramp it up to 30 pitches when he faces live […]

Darren O'Day Will Not Come Off DL Wednesday

Rich Dubroff of PressBox.com reports that despite being eligible to return Wednesday, Baltimore Orioles reliever Darren O'Day (elbow) will not come off the disabled list on Wednesday. O'Day landed on the DL with a hyperextended elbow after someone ran into him, and early reports indicated that he would return as soon as he was eligible. […]

David Hale Designated for Assignment by Yankees

For the third time this season and second time by the Yankees, relief pitcher David Hale has been designated for assignment on Tuesday. The move was made to open up a spot on the roster for outfielder Clint Frazier, who was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Hale has made three appearances this season, allowing six runs […]

Carson Smith Sent To DL With Shoulder Injury

Boston Red Sox reliever Carson Smith suffered a right shoulder subluxation while throwing his glove in frustration, according to Christopher Smith of MassLive.com. He injured his shoulder in the dugout after giving up a homer to Khris Davis of the Athletics. Once the injury calms down, Smith will get a second opinion. He has been […]

Victor Arano Could Return on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Victor Arano (shoulder) could come off the disabled list on Wednesday. He made a rehab appearance on Monday and it does not sound like he will need another rehab outing. Arano is posting a 0.75 ERA in 12 innings with 13 strikeouts this season. He's only worth owning in leagues that […]

Streaming Wars - Waiver Wire Targets For May 16

Welcome back to Streaming Wars, your one-stop shop for streaming the waiver wire. This article, which began last season, runs seven days a week. We are always ready to stream. For those who are newcomers to this feature - use this column on a daily basis to improve upon your weakest categories and target players who may be […]

Brandon Mann Throws Scoreless First MLB Outing

Texas Rangers reliever Brandon Mann was called up ahead of their tilt versus the Houston Astros. The 33-year-old made his first career appearance, completing an inspiring 16-year journey to the bigs that saw him pitch in the Japanese League and even independent leagues. In a twist that belongs in a Disney movie, Mann pitched 1 […]

Roberto Osuna's Administrative Leave Extended

Toronto Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna has been out on administrative leave following an arrest and assault charge, and he’s not likely to be back anytime soon. On Monday, MLB announced the administrative leave for Osuna has been extended through May 21, but that’s just a formality, as he’ll be out much longer than that. […]