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Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Asdrubal Cabrera (quad) will take batting practice Friday for the first time since hitting the DL.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cabrera has been on the shelf since June 4 because of a right quad strain. He should be cleared to return to the Indians' active roster in less than two weeks.
More: Paul Hoynes on Twitter
Sat, Jun 15
- Asdrubal Cabrera (quad) has resumed a throwing program.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cabrera has been shut down since being placed on the disabled list earlier this month. Originally given a 3-4 week timetable, the Indians are hoping that he can return sometime before the All-Star break.
More: Paul Hoynes on Twitter
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Brewers recalled OF Josh Prince from Triple-A Nashville.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Prince will provide some outfield depth while Norichika Aoki is away on paternity leave. The 25-year-old went 1-for-5 in six games with the Brewers earlier this season.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Logan Forsythe went 2-for-4 and hit his second homer as the Padres' leadoff man on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Forsythe was a forgotten man in San Diego due to his spring foot injury and Jedd Gyorko's move to second base, but getting a chance with Gyorko absent, he's gone 9-for-28 so far and demonstrated why he still belongs in the Padres' plans going forward. He'll probably play some outfield after Gyorko returns.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Mets placed RHP Scott Atchison on the 15-day disabled list with a right groin strain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Atchison suffered the injured while warming up during Tuesday's doubleheader. The veteran right-hander just made it back after missing a month with elbow inflammation, but now he'll need to miss at least two more weeks.
Tue, Jun 18Recent News
- Scott Atchison (groin) is likely to be placed on the disabled list.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Atchison suffered the injury on Tuesday while warming up before an appearance. It was his first day back from the DL for an elbow injury. It's not clear at this point how long he'll be out.
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Sat, Jun 15
- Scott Atchison (elbow) could rejoin the Mets for Tuesday's doubleheader against Atlanta.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Atchison is currently on a rehab assignment at Double-A Binghamton and expects to return early next week. The veteran right-hander has been sidelined since May 14 with inflammation in his right elbow.
More: ESPN New York
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Madison Bumgarner held the Padres to two runs and three hits over seven innings to earn his seventh victory Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Will Venable and Jesus Guzman homered off Bumgarner, but none of the four walks (one intentional) did any damage. It's the first time this season that Bumgarner has allowed multiple homers in a game. He's won three straight starts after a May swoon, and he has his ERA back down to 3.25. Next up for him is an outing against the Dodgers.
Fri, Jun 14
- Madison Bumgarner gave up just two singles over seven scoreless innings Friday in a 6-0 win over the Braves.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Bumgarner stuck out 10 and walked just one batter in the victory. He didn't give up his first hit until a single by Chris Johnson in the bottom of the sixth inning. The southpaw had allowed 12 runs in 17 2/3 innings over his last three starts, so this was a resounding step in the right direction. He'll look to keep it going against the Padres next week at home.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Brandon Crawford (fingers) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Padres.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Not surprising, as Crawford sprained the index and middle fingers on his right hand during Tuesday's game and is dealing with some swelling. There's a chance he could return Thursday. Joaquin Arias is starting at shortstop Wednesday while Tony Abreu plays third.
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Tue, Jun 18Recent News
- Brandon Crawford left Tuesday's game against the Padres with sprains of his index and middle fingers on his right hand.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Crawford suffered the ailment during a stolen base attempt in the second inning. It's not clear at this point how serious it is. The Giants should have an update on his status after the game.
More: Chris Haft on Twitter
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Prince Fielder went 0-for-4 on Wednesday and is without a homer since June 4.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Fielder has been hitting for average of late, but except for a three-game surge at the beginning of the month, the power hasn't been there. He has a total of five homers and 27 RBI in 44 games since May 1 after totaling seven homers and 27 RBI in 25 games in April. Fortunately, since he's hitting behind Miguel Cabrera, he's still driving in runs with singles and doubles.
Fri, Jun 14
- Prince Fielder went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and two RBI, helping to lead the Tigers to a 4-0 victory over the Twins in Minnesota on Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Rick Porcello and Scott Diamond were engaged in a scoreless pitcher's duel heading into the sixth inning, where Fielder's two-run double broke the game open and provided more than enough support for the Tigers. He's having another excellent season, hitting .289/.390/.536 with 12 homers and 52 RBI.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- The Rockies will option Jeff Francis to Triple-A Colorado Springs prior to Thursday's game.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The move won't be made official until the Rockies call up Roy Oswalt. The club is hoping that Francis will agree to stick around for depth, but he has the option of choosing free agency because of his major league service time. He's put up a 6.58 ERA and 1.56 WHIP this season and wouldn't figure to net a major league deal elsewhere.
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Tue, Jun 18Recent News
- Jeff Francis allowed eight runs in six innings in a loss to the Blue Jays on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Francis did little right on Tuesday, giving up 10 hits -- including three homers -- while striking out only two. The outing left the southpaw with a 6.58 ERA and 1.56 WHIP on the season. There's been speculation for a while, but with Roy Oswalt set to make his Rockies debut on Thursday this start has the looks of Francis' last with the club.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Santiago Casilla (knee) will throw a bullpen session Thursday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It will be his first since he had a cyst removed from his right knee last month. While Casilla was originally expected to be out until the second half of the season, it appears he could rejoin the Giants' bullpen prior to the All-Star break.
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Mon, Jun 17
- Santiago Casilla (knee) is expected to throw off a mound within the next week.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Casilla had a cyst removed from his right knee late last month but has recovered quicker than expected. It appears that he'll rejoin the Giants' bullpen prior to the All-Star break.
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Fri, Jun 14
- Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Friday that Santiago Casilla (knee) could be activated from the disabled list in 2-3 weeks.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Good news, as Casilla was originally expected to be out until a little past the All-Star break. The veteran reliever threw off flat ground Friday for the first time since surgery and will continue to build his workload for now.
More: Andrew Baggarly on Twitter
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- After having his last start skipped, Joe Blanton allowed two runs in 6 2/3 innings and struck out 11 against the Mariners on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: That's a nice Quality Start for Blanton, but he still gave up two more homers (Raul Ibanez and Justin Smoak went back-to-back in the second inning), bringing his season total to 15 surrendered in 83 1/3 innings. He has pitched effectively in four of his last five outings, but an easier schedule has had a lot to do with that.
Sun, Jun 16
- Joe Blanton will start for the Angels on Tuesday against the Mariners.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Blanton was skipped over the weekend, but he hasn't lost his spot in the rotation, at least not yet. He holds a 5.87 ERA and 1.63 WHIP for the season but has, for the most part, pitched better of late.
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Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Roger Bernadina was scratched from Wednesday's lineup after getting something in his eye.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's no big deal, as Bernadina is available off the bench. Steve Lombardozzi is now starting in left field Wednesday.
More: Dan Kolko on Twitter
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Josh Collmenter allowed just one hit over six scoreless innings and struck out seven in relief of an injured Trevor Cahill against the Marlins on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Collmenter missed out on a start Tuesday, as the Diamondbacks picked Randall Delgado instead. He got what essentially was a start today anyway and was outstanding, though he didn't get a win out of it. He's 3-0 with a 2.43 ERA in 40 2/3 innings out of the pen this season.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Nick Swisher (shoulder) is expected to return to the Indians' starting lineup this Saturday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: That's contingent on a batting practice session going well on Friday. Swisher hasn't placed since last Saturday because of a sore left shoulder. He was given a cortisone injection to treat the discomfort earlier this week and is apparently feeling much better.
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Mon, Jun 17
- Nick Swisher received a cortisone shot in his left shoulder and is likely to be sidelined until at least Friday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The shoulder has been an ongoing issue for Swisher, who aggravated the injury during Sunday's game. An MRI has ruled out any structural damage, but the Indians haven't ruled out the possibility of a stint on the disabled list. The Indians figure to see how he responds to the shot before making a roster move.
More: Cleveland Plain Dealer
Sun, Jun 16
- Nick Swisher's nagging left shoulder injury could force him to the disabled list.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Swisher has been battling the ailment all season and aggravated it during Saturday's game. He's in a 6-for-55 slump, which no doubt is due in part to the injury. "I've been battling this shoulder thing the whole year. It's super frustrating for me because I've never had something like this," he said. "Either way, we have to figure out what is going on and then we will go from there."
More: Cleveland Plain Dealer
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Mopping up against the Orioles, Jose Valverde gave up four runs and five hits in the ninth Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The Tigers were already down 9-3, so Valverde's showing didn't hurt the team. It did, however, demonstrate once again why he's a really hard guy to trust. When Chris Davis took him deep today, it upped his total to six homers allowed in 19 1/3 innings.
Fri, Jun 14
- Tigers manager Jim Leyland indicated Friday that he's not ready to remove Jose Valverde from the closer role.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: "We're going to use Jose Valverde until we decide Jose Valverde can or can't do it or we've got somebody else better," said Leyland. It's not exactly a vote of confidence, but it sounds like they will stick with him for now. The 35-year-old has a 4.15 ERA, three blown saves and five homers allowed in just 18 appearances this season. We don't expect him to last the entire season in the closer role.
More: Chris Iott on Twitter
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Heath Bell gave up a homer in a fourth straight appearance Wednesday, yet he still picked up his 13th save against the Marlins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The homer by Justin Ruggiano only brought the Marlins to within 3-1. Bell, however, did allow a hit and a walk afterwards as part of a 31-pitch ninth inning. Fortunately for him, the Diamondbacks now have Thursday off, giving him a chance to recover. Bell, though, is leaving the door wide open for J.J. Putz to reclaim closing duties should Putz's rehab progress as hoped.
Tue, Jun 18
- Heath Bell was charged with the loss after allowing a ninth inning solo homer to Giancarlo Stanton in a tie game Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Entering a 2-2 contest in the top of the ninth, Bell struck out Ed Lucas before Stanton homered to right. Bell (4.23 ERA, 1.52 WHIP) has allowed a home run in three consecutive appearances. Consider it a course-correction after he enjoyed some good luck earlier this season. With J.J. Putz (elbow) close to returning, the clock on Bell's reign as closer may be ticking.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Dodgers optioned OF Alex Castellanos to Triple-A Albuquerque.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Castellanos went 2-for-9 during his week-long stay in the majors. He should get another shot later this year.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Paul Goldschmidt homered off Chad Qualls in the bottom of the ninth to give the Diamondbacks a 3-2 win over the Marlins on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Does it still count as a walkoff homer when it comes off Qualls? We'll assume it does. The homer, Goldschmidt's 17th, snapped the Diamondbacks' four-game losing streak. He's batting just .232 in 69 at-bats this month, but he's driven in 20 runs anyway.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- John Jaso hit his second home run of the season as the A's beat the Rangers on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Jaso doesn't put a charge in one often, so it's even more surprising when he hits one off the likes of Rangers starter Yu Darvish. In fact, Jaso's game is so predicated on getting on base that he actually owns a higher OBP than slugging percentage, sporting a .281/.379/.371 line for the year.
Fri, Jun 14
- John Jaso went 2-for-7 with a walk and two runs scored Thursday against the Yankees.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Jaso isn't the best fantasy player -- he has very little power and no speed -- but he's given Oakland everything they could have hoped for in 2013. The veteran catcher is batting .280/.369/.350 over 157 at-bats.
Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Cody Ross has been dealing with contact issues due to the dry climate in Arizona.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Ross paid a visit to the eye doctor, who evidently fixed the issue, as the outfielder launched a pinch-hit three-run homer Wednesday. Perhaps he's due for a hot streak with his vision issues behind him.
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Wed, Jun 19Recent News
- Coco Crisp is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Rangers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: No word on the reason for his absence, though he has been bothered by a heel injury recently. Chris Young is starting in center field.
More: Oakland Athletics on Twitter
Sat, Jun 15
- Coco Crisp (heel) returned to the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Mariners.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Crisp missed three games earlier this week, but was available for pinch-hit duties. Josh Donaldson has also returned to the Athletics' lineup.
More: Matt Kawahara on Twitter
Fri, Jun 14
- Coco Crisp (heel) is not in Friday's lineup against the Mariners.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He's presumably getting another day to rest his right heel. Crisp came off the bench to play in Thursday's extra-inning win over the Yankees, but he's clearly not 100 percent yet. Chris Young is starting in center field Friday.
More: Oakland Athletics on Twitter