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Sat, May 25Recent News
- Miguel Sano leads all Florida State League third baseman in total chances, putouts and assists and ranks third in range factor.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: There's been some concern over whether Sano can stay at third base in the long-term, but he's made enough progress that he won't be moving anytime soon. Through his first 44 games this season, Sano is batting .348/.442/.689 with 13 home runs and 37 RBI at the Twins' High-A affiliate.
More: Baseball America
Sat, May 25Recent News
- A.J. Pollock went 3-for-4 with an RBI from the leadoff spot in Friday's win.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Pollock was probably looking at a demotion right about now if Adam Eaton's rehab went as hoped. As is, he'll remain in the majors and continue to start against lefties for a few more weeks. He's 8-for-14 the last five days after breaking out of a 1-for-19 slump.
Mon, May 20
- A.J. Pollock broke out of a slump by going 3-for-5 with two runs scored Monday against the Rockies.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Pollock went 1-for-19 last week, and he was hitting just .204 in May. He's probably getting sent down later this month when Adam Eaton comes off the DL.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Jeremy Hefner gave up two runs in six innings Friday against the Braves.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The game was suspended after eight innings and will resume Saturday. Hefner gave up a two-run homer to Freddie Freeman in the first inning, but retired 16 out of the final 19 batters he faced before exiting. However, LaTroy Hawkins coughed up the lead in the top of the eighth, which means that Hefner is still winless. He stuck out seven and walked two in the no-decision and owns a 4.67 ERA and 1.27 WHIP across nine starts and one relief appearance this season. He's not an option outside of deeper NL-only formats.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Friday's game between the Braves and Mets was suspended due to rain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Mets tied the score at 5-5 in the bottom of the eighth inning before there was a rain delay going into the top of the ninth. Play will resume Saturday at 6:10 p.m. ET after which the second game of the series will be played.
More: Marc Carig on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Brandon Beachy (elbow) allowed two runs over four innings in his first minor league rehab start Friday with Triple-A Gwinnett.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It was his first game action since undergoing Tommy John surgery last June. Beachy is expected to make around five starts in the minors, so he should be an option for the Braves' rotation in 3-4 weeks if he can avoid setbacks.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Orioles recalled RHP Steve Johnson from Triple-A Norfolk.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Orioles need an extra reliever on Saturday, so Johnson will provide a bullpen option. The 25-year-old gave up six runs in four innings in a spot start against the Twins earlier this month.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Steve Johnson has been scratched from Friday's start with Triple-A Norfolk.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Johnson is healthy, but the Orioles want him available in case they need to add him as a reliever on Saturday. The 25-year-old gave up six runs in four innings in a spot start with the big club earlier this month.
More: MASN
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Kris Medlen yielded three runs in six innings against the Mets on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Medlen struck out a season-high nine in the no-decision, including three whiffs of Ike Davis. While he hasn't been anywhere near as dominant as he was last year, he has allowed three earned runs or fewer in nine out of his 10 starts this this season. He'll carry a 3.16 ERA into a matchup against the Blue Jays next week.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- John Danks was solid in his first start back from shoulder surgery Friday, giving up three runs in six-plus innings in a no-decision against the Marlins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He reached the 90s a couple of times with his fastball, but mostly sat in the high 80s. Danks was pulled after giving up a leadoff double to Marcell Ozuna in the top of the seventh inning. Ozuna eventually came around to score on a sacrifice fly, which cost Danks a chance at the victory. Still, it was an encouraging outing for the southpaw, as he gave up just four hits and walked nine while striking out five. He has another favorable matchup next week against the Cubs, but most mixed league owners can afford to wait and see for now.
Fri, May 24
- White Sox activated LHP John Danks from the 15-day disabled list.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He'll make his season debut on Friday against the Marlins. Danks wound up posting a 3.18 during his four rehab starts, but he held a 15/13 K/BB ratio and his velocity isn't all the way back yet. Consider him only in AL-only formats for the time being.
Wed, May 22
- John Danks (shoulder) will be activated from the disabled list to make his season debut Friday against the Marlins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: White Sox manager Robin Ventura finally made the decision official on Wednesday night. Danks posted a 3.18 ERA during his four rehab starts, but he also had a 15/13 K/BB ratio and is still dealing with diminished velocity. Mixed leaguers should stay away for now.
More: Scott Merkin on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- John Danks (shoulder) went 4 2/3 innings Saturday in his third minor league rehab start.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: If everything checks out with the left-hander early this week, he should be cleared to join the White Sox starting rotation on Friday night against the Marlins. Danks has been on the shelf all year and makes for a decent waiver stash right now in AL-only fantasy leagues. Since he's coming off shoulder surgery and still rebuilding his arm strength, it might not be wise to trust him right out of the gate in standard mixed formats. Even against Miami.
More: WhiteSox.mlb.com
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Jason Kipnis is not in the Indians' lineup Saturday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Indians' are resting both Kipnis and Michael Bourn. Kipnis went 0-2 with two walks in Friday's loss to the Red Sox.
More: Cleveland Indians on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Tommy Hanson could return for Thursday night's game against the Dodgers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Hanson will throw 75 pitches in extended spring training Saturday and the Angels expect him to only need one start before he rejoins the team. Hanson is returning from a three week stint on the bereavement list.
More: Los Angeles Times
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Tommy Hanson is scheduled to throw 75 pitches Saturday in an extended spring training game.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to a death in the family. Since he's had such a long layoff, the assumption is that he'll make at least one more extended spring training start before rejoining the Angels. That means he won't be back until June 4 at the earliest. Hanson is 2-1 with a 3.86 ERA and 17/9 K/BB ratio through his first 28 innings with the Angels.
More: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter
Thu, May 23
- Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports that Tommy Hanson "could be weeks away" from rejoining the Angels' rotation.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to the death of his step-brother, and he's now in extended spring training trying to regain his stamina. It sounds like Halos fans will have to deal with Joe Blanton for a while longer.
More: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter
Tue, May 21
- Angels manager Mike Scioscia said that Tommy Hanson would "most likely not" start on Saturday in Kansas City.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Hanson has been away from the team since early May due to the death of his step-brother. The Halos were hoping he'd be ready to rejoin the rotation on Saturday, but he needs to get some work in at extended spring training first. The right-hander seems like to return sometime next week.
More: Bill Shaikin on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Brandon McCarthy limited the Padres to one run in seven innings Friday to win his second straight start.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: McCarthy has allowed just the one run over 24 innings in his last three starts, lowering his ERA from 6.75 to 4.36. His schedule will start getting more difficult again next week, with the Rangers and Cardinals next in line for him.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Carlos Quentin went 3-for-3 with two doubles and a walk in his return to the starting lineup on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Quentin's first multihit game since April 30 has him back over the Mendoza Line at .203 for the first time in three weeks. Now all he needs is a multi-RBI game; he has just one this season.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Carlos Quentin (knee) is back in Friday's lineup against the Diamondbacks.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Quentin hurt his left knee in an awkward slide on Monday and received a cortisone shot on Tuesday. The 30-year-old is hitting just .178 with four homers and a .674 OPS in 30 games this season.
More: Tyler Emerick on Twitter
Wed, May 22
- Carlos Quentin is out of the Padres' lineup again Wednesday after receiving an injection in his left knee Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Padres were expecting Quentin to miss just one game after he aggravated his chronic knee injury on an awkward slide Monday. They changed their minds, though, deciding to give him the injection in hopes that he'll be ready on Friday after Thursday's off day. Jesus Guzman is playing left field Wednesday.
More: Bill Center on Twitter
Tue, May 21
- Carlos Quentin is not in the Padres' lineup Tuesday after tweaking his knee during Monday's game.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Quentin missing games here and there due to his chronic knee issues has become routine. The good news is that he's expected to be back in there Wednesday. Chris Denorfia is getting the start in left field Tuesday.
More: Scott Miller on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- David Freese returned to action on Friday went connected on a two-run homer and an RBI double against the Dodgers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It was Freese's first game in five days because of a cut right thumb. He's gone 6-for-15 with two homers in his last four games, so it seems his long slump is over. Now if only he can stay in the lineup.
Wed, May 22
- David Freese (thumb) is out of the Cardinals' lineup again Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He's now missed three straight games due to swelling around his right thumb where he needed three stitches for a small cut. The Cards are worried that cut could split open, so they're playing things cautiously. Freese could be back in there Friday after the off day Thursday. Matt Carpenter is at third again Wednesday, with Daniel Descalso covering second.
More: MLBlogs.com
Tue, May 21
- David Freese (thumb) is not in the lineup Tuesday for the second straight game.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Freese still has some swelling around his right thumb where he needed three stitches for a small cut. He's considered day-to-day. Matt Carpenter is getting the start at third base, while Daniel Descalso is at second.
More: MLBlogs.com
Mon, May 20
- David Freese was scratched from Monday's lineup due to inflammation near his right thumb.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Freese was spiked during Sunday's game and required three stitches. He'll be available off the bench and could be ready to return to action on Tuesday. Ty Wigginton is getting the start at third base Monday.
More: Jenifer Langosch on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Yankees recalled OF Brennan Boesch from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Boesch will replace Curtis Granderson on the active roster. He batted just .209 with a .244 on-base percentage through 20 games with the Yankees prior to being sent down earlier this month.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- The Red Sox are expected to call up Jackie Bradley "in the coming days."(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: With Shane Victorino sidelined, Bradley is a strong candidate to be called up to the majors. The Red Sox are currently using Mike Carp in left field, and have just three active outfielders. Bradley is batting .375 (6-for-16) in his first four games with Triple-A Pawtucket since coming off the DL.
More: WEEI.com
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Justin Grimm won after allowing three runs and 10 hits in 6 1/3 innings versus the Mariners on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: With some help from Jeff Nelson. Grimm intercepted an attempted 3-6-3 double-play relay in the second inning tonight while first baseman Mitch Moreland was still reaching for the ball. Nelson never realized that the pitcher, not the first baseman, caught the ball and gave the Rangers the out. It proved to be an especially big play when Brendan Ryan followed with a rare double. Were the call gotten right, it doesn't seem nearly so likely that Grimm would have pitched into the seventh inning tonight.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Michael Bourn is not in Saturday's lineup against the Red Sox.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: No word yet on the reason for his absence, but the Indians are likely just giving him a scheduled day of rest. Bourn spent three weeks on the DL earlier this month with a finger injury.
More: Cleveland Indians on Twitter
Thu, May 23
- Michael Bourn went 3-for-6 with a double and two RBI against the Red Sox on Thursday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Having no trouble adjusting to the league switch, Bourn is batting .320 through 97 at-bats this season. His career high is .294 from 2011, and he finished at .274 last year with the Braves.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Cameron Maybin (wrist) went 1-for-3 with a single in his first rehab game Friday with Triple-A Tucson.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Maybin is expected to need around 30 rehab at-bats, so he's on track to return sometime next week. The 26-year-old outfielder has been out since April 15 with a right wrist impingement.
More: Tim Hagerty on Twitter
Wed, May 22
- Cameron Maybin (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tucson on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Padres want Maybin to get around 30 rehab at-bats, so he should return sometime next week. The outfielder has been sidelined since mid-April with a nagging right wrist ailment.
More: Corey Brock on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- Padres manager Bud Black said he'd like Cameron Maybin (wrist) to get around 30 rehab at-bats.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Maybin hit in the cage and on the field before Monday's game and will do the same thing on Tuesday and Wednesday. Assuming it goes well, he'll begin a rehab assignment on Friday. Maybin could return before the end of the month.
More: Padres.mlb.com
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Ronny Cedeno (illness) went 1-for-3 with a strikeout in his return to action Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cedeno missed time earlier this week with a sinus infection, but it's no longer an issue. He'll return to a part-time role at shortstop with Marwin Gonzalez.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Tom Koehler yielded three runs in six innings Friday in a no-decision against the Marlins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Koehler scattered six hits while striking out three and walking one. The 26-year-old right-hander has allowed three runs or fewer in all three of his starts since joining the rotation earlier this month. He isn't going to get many wins with this lineup, but give him a try in NL-only formats.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Lance Lynn pitched six scoreless innings, striking out nine, in the Cardinals' 7-0 shutout of the Dodgers on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Lynn allowed two of the three hits surrendered by Cardinals pitching in the gem. He was removed after just 77 pitches, though there was no indication there was anything physically wrong with him. The Cardinals probably just wanted to give him a break with the game seemingly in hand.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Jordan Walden (shoulder) threw a bullpen session at Citi Field on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: If Walden can avoid setbacks, he should be cleared for a rehab assignment and rejoin the Braves at some point next week. With Eric O'Flaherty out for the season, Walden is likely to return in a setup role with Luis Avilan.
More: Braves.mlb.com
Tue, May 21
- Jordan Walden (shoulder) will not be ready to be activated from the disabled list next Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: That's the first day he's eligible to return, but the right-hander is not quite far along enough. Walden will throw a bullpen session later this week and then head out on a short minor league rehab assignment. He should be ready for activation just before the end of May.
More: David O'Brien on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- Jordan Walden said his right shoulder felt "pretty good" after he played catch on Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's the first time he's played catch since landing on the disabled list. Walden is shooting to return next Monday when first eligible, but we won't know if that's a realistic goal until he throws from a mound. "That's what we're shooting for, but it's got to be feeling good," Walden said. ".I just need to make sure I'm fully healthy when I come back because we already have great guys down there still. I just want to be part of it down there. I want to be able to help out Craig (Kimbrel) a little bit."
More: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Matt Dominguez (quad) was 1-for-3 with a home run Friday in his return to the lineup.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dominguez missed two days with a quad injury, but it was never a major concern. The 23-year-old now has five home runs and is batting .247/.389/.670 in 44 games this season.
Thu, May 23
- Matt Dominguez (quad) is expected to return to the Astros' starting lineup on Friday evening.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dominguez sat out Wednesday and will also use Thursday's scheduled team off day to rest his tight left quad. "I'm starting to figure certain things out at the plate, and I like to play," said the third baseman, "but it's better to take the two days off now than risking weeks when it's something that can be treated pretty easily."
More: Houston Chronicle
Wed, May 22
- Matt Dominguez is out of the Astros' lineup on Wednesday night because of left quad tightness.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Astros have a scheduled team off day on Thursday, so giving Dominguez the night off Wednesday affords him two full days of rest. The 23-year-old third baseman is batting just .245/.275/.371 in 43 games this season but he's one of the best defensive infielders in MLB.
More: Brian McTaggart on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- Matt Dominguez went 2-for-4 and hit a three-run homer off Jeremy Guthrie as the Astros topped the Royals 6-5 on Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dominguez has four homers in 10 days after going his first 33 games without one. Unfortunately, that is all he's done in the 10 days; he has just two other hits and no walks besides the homers, and his average has dipped to .239. Still, it's a whole lot better than no homers.
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Jered Weaver (elbow) is expected to start Wednesday against the Dodgers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Weaver, on the disabled list since April 9, will throw a bullpen session Sunday before he's cleared to rejoin the Angels. The Los Angeles Times expects Joe Blanton to lose his rotation spot when Weaver returns.
More: Los Angeles Times
Thu, May 23
- Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Jered Weaver (elbow) will rejoin the rotation next week as long as his between-starts bullpen session goes well.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Weaver didn't make any minor league rehab starts, but he pitched a few times in extended spring training, including on Wednesday when he struck out nine over 5 2/3 innings of one-run ball. He seems likely to start either next Monday or Tuesday against the Dodgers, putting him in line for a two-start week.
More: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter
Wed, May 22
- Jered Weaver (elbow) threw 5 2/3 innings Wednesday afternoon in a start at extended spring training.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Weaver allowed just one run and did not walk a batter while striking out nine. He threw 75 pitches, 62 of which were strikes. The right-hander is likely to rejoin the Angels' starting rotation early next week after missing the past month-plus with a fractured left elbow.
More: Kevin Baxter on Twitter
Tue, May 21
- Angels manager Mike Scioscia said it's possible Jered Weaver (elbow) could be activated after his appearance at extended spring training on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: That would put him in line to rejoin the rotation early next week, which would be a little earlier than expected. Weaver is coming back from a fractured left (non-throwing) elbow and appears to be fully healed, so it's all about getting his stamina up at this point. The Los Angeles Times' Bill Shaikin speculates that he could replace Joe Blanton in the rotation.
More: Bill Shaikin on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- Jered Weaver (elbow) is scheduled to pitch in a game at extended spring training on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Weaver was hoping to embark on a minor league rehab assignment, but the Angels want him to throw one more time in a controlled environment at their spring training complex in Arizona. He is still on track to return to the Anaheim rotation at some point in early June.
More: Los Angeles Daily News
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Stephen Drew is not in Saturday's lineup against the Indians.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Drew is hitless in his last 17 at-bats since returning from a back injury, so the Red Sox are hoping that the day off can get him back on track. Jose Iglesias is starting at shortstop in his place.
More: Pete Abraham on Twitter
Mon, May 20
- Stephen Drew (back) has returned to the starting lineup for the Red Sox on Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Drew missed back-to-back games over the weekend due to back issue, but it was never a major concern. The 30-year-old is hitting .238/.336/.410 with three home runs, 18 RBI and a .746 OPS through 31 games this season.
More: Tim Britton on Twitter
Sat, May 25Recent News
- Michael Saunders turned in another hitless game from the leadoff spot Friday, dropping his average to .227.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Saunders is 3-for-27 with 13 strikeouts and no walks in his last eight games. It's not going to get him taken out of Seattle's lineup, but it might get him knocked down from the top of the order, at least for a bit. He's a No. 6 or 7 hitter on a decent offense.