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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Red Sox placed 3B Will Middlebrooks on the 15-day disabled list with lower back spasms.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Middlebrooks suffered the injury Wednesday and aggravated it Thursday. The Red Sox initially said he was day-to-day, but evidently they've decided the best course of action was to sit him down for a couple weeks. Jose Iglesias has been promoted to fill his spot on the roster and will share time with Pedro Ciriaco at the hot corner.
Thu, May 23Recent News
- Will Middlebrooks is considered day-to-day with lower back spasms.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Middlebrooks initially hurt his back Wednesday, and the ailment forced him from Thursday's game after it acted up again. It sounds like he'll be fine in a day or two.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Red Sox optioned C Ryan Lavarnway to Triple-A Pawtucket.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Lavarnway saw just seven at-bats with the big club while David Ross was on the DL. He'll need another injury to occur before getting another call-up.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Antonio Bastardo has a 2.35 ERA through 19 appearances despite a mediocre 1.43 WHIP.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Bastardo has also blown two saves. He's punching out 4.6 less hitters per nine innings then he did last year, when he had a poor 4.33 ERA, and he's allowing more hits and walks. If Bastardo doesn't become stingier with base runners, his peripherals will begin to wreak havoc on his ERA.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Twins transferred RHP Tim Wood from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Wood has been out all season with a shoulder injury and recently had a setback. There's no timetable for his return.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Miguel Cabrera continued to torment major league pitching Thursday, going 2-for-3 with another homer in a comeback win against the Twins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He also walked twice. Now on a four-game home run streak, Cabrera is 9-for-15 (.600) with five walks, a double, six homers, 13 RBI and nine runs during that stretch. He's first in the AL in batting average (.391), second in homers (14), and first in RBI (55), runs (39), slugging percentage (.701) and OPS (1.168). He's only eighth in walks (25) at the moment, but he'll be gifted plenty more of those as teams realize it's an awful idea to throw Cabrera a hittable pitch at the moment.
Tue, May 21
- Miguel Cabrera hit his 12th home run of the season Tuesday in the Tigers' win over the Indians.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The home run raised his RBI total to a ridiculous 49, and he's now hitting .384/.455/.667 on the season. A Triple Crown is a rare feat, but Cabrera may actually be an odds-on favorite to repeat this year with how he's hitting.
Sun, May 19
- Miguel Cabrera went 4-for-4 with three home runs and five RBI in Sunday night's loss to the Rangers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cabrera launched a three-run homer in the third inning and a solo shot in the fifth off Derek Holland before he added a third home run late off Tanner Scheppers. The weather conditions at Arlington obviously played a factor, but it was a monster of a performance. Cabrera is currently on track to have a better season than his Triple Crown winning campaign in 2012. He has 11 home runs and leads the American League in batting average (.387), runs (34), and slugging-percentage (.659).
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Nick Tepesch (blister) has been cleared to start Sunday in Seattle.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Tepesch had to be scratched from his last start due to a blister on his right middle finger, but he's fine now. The right-hander holds a 3.98 ERA and 1.33 WHIP over eight starts this season and isn't a bad streaming option for Sunday.
More: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Tue, May 21
- Nick Tepesch has been scratched from his Wednesday start due to a blister on his right middle finger.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross Wolf will take the mound in his place. Tepesch should be fine by his next turn in the Rangers' rotation.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Brandon Lyon is enjoying his first season in Queens, recording a 3.06 ERA through 21 appearances.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: New York guaranteed Lyon less than a million bucks as a free agent this winter, an investment that is paying off nicely. The veteran reliever has five holds, a 1.08 WHIP and 16/4 K/BB ratio in 17 2/3 innings. Lyon registered a solid 3.10 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 63/20 K/BB ratio across 61 innings last season between the Astros and Blue Jays.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Josh Willingham blasted two homers and collected four RBI in Thursday's loss to the Tigers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It was his first multi-hit game of May. Despite an anemic batting average (.212), The Hammer is getting on base (.368) at a percentage better than his career mark (.362). Willingham is fifth in the American League with 27 walks. Despite recent struggles, he has a four-game hitting streak and three long flies during those contests. Now is probably the time to buy low.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Ronald Belisario sits on a 3.22 ERA through 23 appearances.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Belisario put up a nice 2.54 ERA while striking out nearly a batter per inning last season. He's punched out one less batter per nine innings in 2013 and his control hasn't been quite as sharp. Currently, Belisario is allowing the highest batting average, on-base percentage and slugging percentage of his career, but he has been slightly unlucky with balls in play,
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Jason Frasor has tallied a 3.65 ERA through 17 appearances in his first season for the Rangers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Signed to a one-year, $1.5 million contract in early January, Frasor has improved upon 2012's disappointing campaign for the Blue Jays, where he posted a rough 4.12 ERA and 1.47 WHIP across 43-plus innings of relief. Frasor owns a 13/5 K/BB ratio and 1.29 WHIP through 12 1/3 frames.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Red Sox recalled INF Jose Iglesias from Triple-A Pawtucket.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Iglesias had been playing multiple infield spots at Pawtucket of late, which came in handy since he's replacing Will Middlebrooks (back) on the roster. He and Pedro Ciriaco should share third base for the next couple weeks.
Mon, May 20
- Jose Iglesias has been taking ground balls at second and third base at Triple-A Pawtucket.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Iglesias' defense at shortstop is by far his best asset, but the Red Sox want him to be prepared if he's needed in a utility role at some point. "He's a shortstop," Pawtucket manager Gary DiSarcina said. "He's going to be a major-league shortstop. But the goal is just to give him a tool -- not just for himself, but for the organization."
More: Providence Journal
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Ryan Webb has been a steady veteran influence on Miami's bullpen, posting a 2.08 ERA and 0.96 WHIP over 26 innings in 2013.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The bad news, for owners in holds leagues, is that Webb has only one. Such is life for Miami relievers, who inherit leads about as often as deceased investigative reporters.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Edwar Cabrera (left shoulder impingement) threw a 45-pitch bullpen session last month.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: We've read nothing further regarding Cabrera, which probably means he isn't close to a rehab assignment. The 25-year-old lefty was placed on the 60-day disabled list in February. He's eligible for activation, but not healthy enough to pitch. Cabrera ranked as Colorado's ninth best prospect by MLB.com this offseason.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Blue Jays placed LHP Darren Oliver on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 19. with a left shoulder strain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Oliver has been dealing with the ailment for 7-10 and hadn't appeared in a game in nearly a week. He shouldn't be out long, but the Jays have decided to play things safe. Toronto still has two lefties in the bullpen in Aaron Loup and Brett Cecil.
Thu, May 23Recent News
- Darren Oliver said Thursday that he's been dealing with a sore pitching shoulder for the last 7-10 days.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Oliver has allowed a run in each of his last two appearances. When asked if he might need a DL stint, the lefty didn't dismiss the possibility. "I don't know," he said. "I'm sure we'll talk about it at some point." Consider him day-to-day for now.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Carlos Santana went 1-for-2 with four walks in Thursday's blowout win against the Boston.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He also scored three runs. Santana owners enjoyed a spectacular April out of their star catcher and then suffered through a rough May prior to Wednesday (182/.316/.333). In Cleveland's last two games, Santana is 3-for-6 with a homer, five walks, two RBI and four runs. He's third in the AL in walks (29) and fourth in OPS (.975).
Thu, May 23
- Carlos Santana went 2-for-4 with a home run in the loss to the Tigers on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: After a red hot April, Santana was hitting just .182/.316/.333 heading into Wednesday's game. Backup catcher Yan Gomes has been playing more frequently lately, but Santana's bat plays at first base and he even gets an occasional game at DH, too. No matter how they arrange it, Santana will be in the middle of the Indians lineup more often than not.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Steve Delabar's first full season in Canada is going swimmingly, as he's 3-1 with a 1.80 ERA and 1.20 WHIP over 25 innings for the Jays.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Acquired from the Mariners for Eric Thames at last year's trade deadline, Delabar has been excellent since he stepped off the plane. The 29-year-old pitched in independent league ball from 2008-09, missed the 2010 season due to an elbow injury and spent most of 2011 in the minors. Delabar's amazing story includes a 3.21 ERA in 98 innings since his September 2011 debut.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Pedro Florimon Jr. (finger) will not be in the lineup Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The good news is that Florimon isn't expected to miss much time after leaving Thursday's game with a right index finger sprain. Eduardo Escobar is likely to be at shortstop for the Twins Friday.
More: Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Thu, May 23Recent News
- Pedro Florimon Jr. left Thursday's game against the Tigers with a right index finger sprain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's not clear how long the malady might sideline the infielder. Eduardo Escobar took Florimon's spot at shortstop Thursday.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Cesar Ramos has allowed runs in his last two appearances.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He took the loss Wednesday in Toronto. Prior to those outings, Ramos hadn't allowed a run in May. He owns a 3.44 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 12/5 K/BB ratio over 18 1/3 frames, but only one hold in 17 games.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Red Sox activated C David Ross from the 7-day disabled list.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross played in a rehab game with Double-A Portland on Thursday and didn't have any concussion symptoms. He'll return to backing up Jarrod Saltalamacchia.
Thu, May 23
- David Ross (concussion) will begin a rehab assignment Thursday with Double-A Portland.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross has been out since May 11 with concussion-related symptoms. Assuming he avoids a setback in Portland, he will rejoin the Red Sox on Friday against the Indians.
More: MassLive.com
Wed, May 22
- David Ross (concussion) is hopeful to begin a minor league rehab assignment Thursday with Double-A Portland.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross hasn't played since May 11 due to concussion-related symptoms. However, he has increased activity in recent days and could rejoin the Red Sox this weekend if all goes well.
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Mon, May 20
- David Ross (concussion) has been cleared to resume throwing and hitting off a tee.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross has been out of commission for a little over a week with concussion-related symptoms, but he's feeling much better of late. The Red Sox will still take things slowly with him, but he's moving in the right direction.
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Sun, May 19
- David Ross (concussion) has reported improvement and could begin working out soon.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross will be examined on Monday in hopes of being cleared to resume workouts. The catcher has missed the last week of action with concussion-related symptoms.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Royals manager Ned Yost said Jarrod Dyson (ankle) is likely "at least three weeks" away from returning.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dyson is dealing with a high right ankle sprain. He had been receiving more starts before the injury and again could threaten Jeff Francoeur for playing time once healthy.
More: Kansas City Star
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Red Sox placed OF Shane Victorino on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 21, with a left hamstring strain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Victorino ran sprints prior to Thursday's game, but evidently he still hasn't made enough progress. Given that he's also had a back issue lately, it's probably best to let him rest for a couple weeks. Daniel Nava will handle right field while Victorino is out.
Thu, May 23Recent News
- Shane Victorino (hamstring) did sprints and other drills prior to Thursday's game.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He's sitting out again Thursday, but the outfielder still seems likely to avoid the disabled list. "He's still day-to-day," Red Sox manager John Farrell said Thursday. "He's unavailable tonight. So, I think, we've used as a general rule of thumb, as we get to that halfway point of the potential of putting Shane on the [disabled list], we'll make a decision at that point, but we're no closer today to making a roster move.''
More: Boston Globe
Wed, May 22
- Red Sox manager John Farrell said on WEEI in Boston that Shane Victorino (hamstring) is out of the lineup again Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Victorino hasn't played since he left Monday's game with left hamstring tightness, but Farrell said he is "moving in the right direction." Consider him day-to-day.
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Tue, May 21
- Shane Victorino (hamstring) is not in the Red Sox' lineup Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Victorino is day-to-day after leaving Monday's contest with left hamstring tightness. The Red Sox don't believe he'll require a trip to the disabled list.
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Mon, May 20
- Shane Victorino (hamstring) is considered day-to-day.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Victorino left Monday's game against the White Sox with left hamstring tightness. It sounds like the move was mostly precautionary, but Red Sox manager John Farrell did say the club would be cautious with the outfielder. Expect him to miss at least a couple games.
More: Pete Abraham on Twitter
Sun, May 19
- Shane Victorino (back) is back in the Red Sox' lineup Sunday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Victorino sat out the last two games after his back tightened up on him, but he's ready to give it a go. He's starting in center field with Jacoby Ellsbury getting a day off.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Martin Maldonado has regressed at the plate in 2013, slashing .184/.253/.303 over 83 plate appearances.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: In his first real exposure to Major League pitching, Maldonado batted .266/.321/.408 in 256 plate appearances last season. Perhaps he's toting his struggles onto the field with his catcher's gear. Maldonado has been a run worse than average defensively this year, according to Baseball Reference.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Chad Durbin sports a hideous 10.38 ERA in May.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: His season ERA of 8.10 isn't much better. Durbin sat at a decent 3.52 ERA on April 29. Since that time, he's been a human pi¤ata, allowing 10 runs on 10 hits and four homers over just 3 2/3 innings. Durbin, 35, registered a solid 3.10 ERA in 61 innings last season for the Braves. Philadelphia may be wondering if they purchased a $1.1 million mole at this point.
Fri, May 24Recent News
- Giants general manager Brian Sabean said during a radio interview Thursday that he anticipates "there's some form of surgery coming" for Santiago Casilla (knee).(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Casilla has dealt with a cyst on his right knee since last season and it recently became enough of an issue that he was placed on the DL. He shouldn't need a major operation, but it's not clear how long he would be sidelined.
More: San Jose Mercury News
Tue, May 21
- Santiago Casilla will have the cyst on his right knee examined by a specialist on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Casilla has dealt with the cyst since last season, and a brace that he had been wearing wasn't working. He'll receive another opinion on Wednesday to see if there's another way to combat the issue.
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Fri, May 24Recent News
- Rick Porcello was chased by the Twins for five runs on 10 hits over five innings Thursday, but escaped with a no-decision when Detroit mounted a late comeback.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He struck out two and walked one. Porcello was 0-2 with an 11.08 ERA on April 20 before a solid four-game stretch lowered his earned run average to 5.92. It's back up to 6.28, courtesy of the toothless Minnesota offense. Gamble on Porcello at your own risk Tuesday, when he has a date against the Pirates.