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  • Scratched Wednesday
    Moreno was scratched from the Diamondbacks' lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Dodgers, Jesse Friedman of GoPHNX.com reports.

    Advice: The D-backs have not offered an explanation as to why Moreno was taken out of the lineup, but they should provide clarification relatively soon. Tucker Barnhart will start behind the plate instead and bat ninth. Rotowire.com 13 minutes ago
     
  • Has big game Wednesday
    Vierling went 2-for-3 with a home run, an additional run scored and three total RBI in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Cardinals.

    Advice: Vierling connected for a two-run shot in the third inning, his third home run of the season, then drove in another run on a sacrifice fly in the eighth. The 27-year-old has been seeing regular time at third base with Gio Urshela (hamstring) out, and Vierling has responded with a solid .282 average and .758 OPS, giving him decent short-term fantasy value. Rotowire.com 27 minutes ago
    Matt VierlingDET - 3B,OF
    W, 4-1 vs STL
    New Player Note
     
  • Removed early Wednesday
    Lindor was removed from Wednesday's game against the Cubs after exhibiting flu-like symptoms, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.

    Advice: Lindor was feeling sick ahead of the third inning and was replaced at shortstop by Joey Wendle, who could be in line to start Thursday's series finale if Lindor isn't feeling better by then. The 30-year-old All-Star went 0-for-1 before leaving Wednesday's game and now carries a .195 average on the year. Rotowire.com 40 minutes ago
     
  • Optioned to Vegas
    The Athletics optioned Noda to Triple-A Las Vegas on Wednesday.

    Advice: Noda's 0-for-3 performance during Wednesday's win over Pittsburgh extended his hitless streak to 28 at-bats across 11 games and gives him a putrid .128 batting average through 83 at-bats on the year. Abraham Toro will likely fill in as Oakland's everyday first baseman while Noda attempts to rediscover his swing in the minors. Rotowire.com 58 minutes ago
    Ryan NodaOAK - 1B
    W, 4-0 vs PIT
    New Player Note
    NA
     
  • Ends up on injured list
    The Astros placed McCormick on the 10-day injured list Wednesday due to right hamstring discomfort, retroactive to Sunday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

    Advice: Manager Joe Espada said Wednesday that the Astros were debating placing McCormick on the injured list, and the team ultimately decided sitting him down for another week is the best course of action. The 29-year-old outfielder likely won't require more than a minimum stay on the IL, so he may be able to return to the lineup when eligible May 8. Jacob Amaya was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land in a corresponding move. Rotowire.com Today, 4:33 pm
    Chas McCormickHOU - OF
    Top 3, 0-0 vs CLE
    New Player Note
    IL10
     
  • Recalled from Triple-A
    The Astros recalled Amaya from Triple-A Sugar Land on Wednesday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

    Advice: With Chas McCormick (hamstring) headed for the 10-day IL, Amaya will come up from the minors to give the Astros an additional bench bat. However, the 25-year-old infielder is slashing just .190/.297/.302 across 74 plate appearances at Triple-A, so he likely won't see much playing time while with Houston. Rotowire.com Today, 4:21 pm
    Jacob AmayaHOU - Util
    Top 3, 0-0 vs CLE
    New Player Note
     
  • Astros recall Jacob Amaya from Triple-A
    Astros recalled INF Jacob Amaya from Triple-A Sugar Land.

    Advice: The 25-year-old infielder will add depth to the Astros’ bench with Chas McCormick (hamstring) hitting the injured list on Wednesday. He’s unlikely to see enough playing time to gain any sort of relevancy from a fantasy perspective. Rotoworld Today, 4:20 pm
    Jacob AmayaHOU - Util
    Top 3, 0-0 vs CLE
    New Player Note
     
  • Astros place Chas McCormick on 10-day IL
    Astros placed OF Chas McCormick on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 28, with a right hamstring strain.

    Advice: Astros’ manager Joe Espada had mentioned earlier in the day that McCormick may need a stint on the injured list, and after attempting to go through a pregame workout on Wednesday the determination was made. Jacob Amaya was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land in a corresponding move on Wednesday. Rotoworld Today, 4:19 pm
    Chas McCormickHOU - OF
    Top 3, 0-0 vs CLE
    New Player Note
    IL10
     
  • Takes seat Wednesday
    Diaz is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians.

    Advice: Diaz will rest after he had drawn starts in each of the past six games (four at catcher, two at designated hitter). Victor Caratini will replace Diaz behind the dish Wednesday. Rotowire.com Today, 4:13 pm
    Yainer DiazHOU - C,1B
    Top 3, 0-0 vs CLE
    New Player Note