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Mon, May 20Recent News
- Brian Dozier went 0-for-4 as the Twins' leadoff man on Monday, dropping his average to .205.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dozier started off well after replacing Aaron Hicks in the leadoff spot, but now he's hitting .154 with two walks in 52 at-bats this month. The Twins should consider sending him down, but none of their minor league options are better bets.
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Yan Gomes slugged two home runs -- including a 10th-inning walkoff -- in Monday's 10-8 defeat of the Mariners.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Gomes hit a solo shot in the bottom of the second inning and then played the hero by cranking a three-run blast in the bottom of the 10th with the Indians trailing by two. Gomes finished with four RBI and now has nine RBI in 17 games this season to go along with a cool .951 OPS. He should start seeing a bit more regular playing time.
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Zack Cozart (illness) is not in the Reds' lineup Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cozart also sat out on Saturday afternoon. Cesar Izturis will start at shortstop Monday against the Mets.
More: C. Trent Rosecrans on Twitter
Sun, May 19
- Zack Cozart was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to illness.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He should be fine in a day or two. Cesar Izturis is taking Cozart's place at shortstop.
More: Mark Sheldon on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Colby Lewis (elbow) acknowledged on Monday afternoon that he's unhappy with his fastball velocity.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Lewis was sitting around 85-86 mph in his rehab start Monday at Double-A Frisco and wants to be closer to 89-91 mph by the time he returns to the major leagues. The hope had been that he would be ready to rock during the first week of June, but a more realistic timetable calls for him to be activated near the middle of the month. Lewis is on his way back from major right elbow surgery.
More: Anthony Andro on Twitter
Fri, May 17
- Colby Lewis (elbow) is expected to rejoin the Rangers' rotation in the first week of June.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: After dealing with a minor bout of triceps tendinitis, Lewis will resume his rehab assignment at Double-A Frisco on Monday. He'll need two additional outings after that before being activated. The right-hander is a nice roster stash in fantasy leagues if you have room.
More: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Thu, May 16
- Colby Lewis (elbow, triceps) is scheduled to throw a bullpen Friday and resume his minor league rehab assignment Monday with Double-A Frisco.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Lewis return from elbow surgery hit a snag over the weekend due to discomfort in his triceps muscle, but it was never a major concern. Barring any setbacks, he could join the Rangers' rotation in the early part of June.
More: Anthony Andro on twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Jeff Francis (groin) will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It will be the first time he's thrown from the bump since landing on the disabled list. Francis' groin isn't fully healed, but he shouldn't be out too much longer as long as he continues to progress. Whether he'll have a rotation spot once healthy remains to be seen.
More: Rockies.mlb.com
Thu, May 16
- Rockies placed LHP Jeff Francis on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 15, with a left groin strain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It was reported previously that Francis tweaked his knee during Tuesday's start, but apparently his groin is the issue. Rob Scahill has taken his spot on the roster, but the Rockies have not announced who will take his spot in the rotation. Tyler Chatwood and Drew Pomeranz are the main options.
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Tigers recalled RHP Luke Putkonen from Triple-A Toledo.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Putkonen will provide some needed depth for the Detroit bullpen, which got heavy use this weekend in Texas. The right-hander will operate as a mid-to-long reliever.
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Sam Fuld is in the Rays' starting lineup on Monday afternoon against the Blue Jays.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Fuld has played only 11 complete games this year and is hitting just .190/.288/.224 in 67 plate appearances. He will start in left field and bat seventh versus Toronto.
More: Marc Topkin on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Justin Maxwell (hand) hit 15 balls off a tee and took 30 soft-tosses on Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Maxwell is no longer wearing a brace on his fractured left hand and is progressing steadily. He's scheduled to have a routine X-ray on Tuesday to see how the healing is coming along. The outfielder should make a late May/early June return if all goes well.
More: Astros.mlb.com
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Ross Detwiler reported improvement with his back Monday and hopes be ready to make his next start.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Detwiler is hoping he'll be ready to play catch on Monday before throwing from a mound later in the week. With an off day on Thursday, the Nationals can delay Detwiler's next turn a few days. Zach Duke is making a spot start in his place on Monday.
More: Amanda Comack on Twitter
Fri, May 17
- Nationals manager Davey Johnson confirmed Friday that Ross Detwiler will not make his scheduled start against the Giants on Monday due to a lower back injury.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Detwiler was required to leave his most recent start on Wednesday due to back spasms. No word yet on whether he'll require a trip to the disabled list. Craig Stammen is expected to replace Detwiler in the rotation while he's out.
More: William Ladson on Twitter
Thu, May 16
- Nationals manager Davey Johnson said he's "probably not that confident" that Ross Detwiler (back) will be able to make his next start.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's not clear whether a disabled list stint will be required, but it sounds like Detwiler won't be used at least one time through the rotation. The lefty underwent an MRI Thursday, though the specific results of it are not known. The Nats are expected to turn to their bullpen for a spot start, with Craig Stammen viewed as the likely favorite over Zach Duke to get the nod.
More: Adam Kilgore on Twitter
Wed, May 15
- Ross Detwiler left Wednesday's start after three innings with an apparent injury.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Detwiler looked like he might have tweaked his back while heading over to cover first in the third inning. He stayed in to finish the frame but was then removed in the bottom of the fourth. The Nats will update the lefty's status soon. He allowed two runs on six hits and two walks before exiting.
More: Dan Kolko on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- 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.
More: Scott Lauber on Twitter
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.
More: Pete Abraham on Twitter
Fri, May 17
- David Ross is still experiencing concussion symptoms and is likely to be re-examined Monday in Boston.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross was placed on the 7-day disabled list last Sunday and will not be ready to return when he's first eligible. Ryan Lavarnway will continue to serve as Jarrod Saltalamacchia's backup for now.
More: Evan Drellich on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Ryan Howard received a cortisone shot in his left knee on Sunday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Phillies said that a "change" was found in his meniscus, as well as inflammation. Howard is considered day-to-day for now, but he could require a stint on the disabled list if he doesn't see improvement following the cortisone shot.
More: Todd Zolecki on Twitter
Sun, May 19
- Ryan Howard will have a precautionary MRI on his left knee Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The full extent of the injury isn't yet known, but it could provide some context to Howard's early struggles. The Phillies will provide an update on his status following the results of the MRI. Howard is not expected to play in Monday's game against the Marlins.
More: Todd Zelecki on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Brett Myers (elbow) will make his second minor league rehab start on Wednesday at Double-A Akron.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Myers threw 33 pitches last week in his first rehab start and will probably try to top 50 pitches on Wednesday. He'll make at least one more start in the minors after that before being considered for activation. The right-hander is attempting to pitch through a UCL tear.
More: Jordan Bastian on Twitter
Fri, May 17
- Brett Myers (elbow) fared well in his first minor league rehab start with Double-A Akron on Friday, allowing just one hit and a walk over three scoreless innings of work.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Myers threw 33 pitches in the game, 18 for strikes. He's dealing with a mild UCL tear in his elbow, but has chosen to try to pitch through the injury rather than undergoing surgery. It's a good first step, but he'll need several rehab outings before rejoining the Indians' rotation.
More: Jordan Bastian on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Eric O'Flaherty will undergo Tommy John surgery on Tuesday to repair a torn left ulnar collateral ligament.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It was inevitable after an MRI over the weekend revealed the bad news. In addition to obviously missing the rest of this season, O'Flaherty will likely be sidelined for the first couple months of the 2014 campaign, as well.
More: David O'Brien on Twitter
Sat, May 18
- An MRI taken Saturday on Eric O'Flaherty's left arm revealed a torn ulnar collateral ligament.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: That's the injury that almost always leads to Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery. O'Flaherty will visit Dr. James Andrews next week and is likely out for the year. The Atlanta bullpen continues to take big hits.
More: Mark Bowman on Twitter
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Michael Cuddyer (neck) will play two games in extended spring training this week and is expected to be activated from the disabled list Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cuddyer will fly to Arizona on Monday night and play in games on Tuesday and Wednesday. Barring any setbacks, he should be ready to go as soon as he's eligible on Friday. The 34-year-old has been sidelined since May 8 with a bulging disc in his neck.
More: Tory Renck on Twitter
Sun, May 19
- Michael Cuddyer (neck) expects to be activated from the disabled list on Friday when first eligible.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cuddyer said he is feeling much better after receiving an epidural on Tuesday to relieve the stiffness and soreness in his neck. He resumed baseball activities Saturday, throwing and hitting in the cage. It's possible he'll go out on a short rehab assignment, though that's not a given.
More: Denver Post
Fri, May 17
- Michael Cuddyer (neck) isn't sure he'll be ready for activation from the disabled list on May 24 when first eligible.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: "I was still pretty locked up yesterday after the epidural, but I'm feeling a little better today," Cuddyer said Thursday. The outfielder is still a few days away from resuming baseball activities. A clearer picture of his timetable should be known at that time.
More: Denver Post
Mon, May 20Recent News
- Hanley Ramirez (hamstring) has been taking ground balls and hitting recently.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He's yet to test out his hamstring by running, which is no surprise since he's barely over two weeks into his 4-6 week timetable. Dodgers manager Don Mattingly stressed that the club will make sure Hanley's hamstring is fully healed before bringing him back.
More: Dodgers.mlb.com