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Wed, May 22Recent News
- Wade Davis allowed three runs over five innings but escaped with a no-decision as the Royals beat the Astros on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Davis was fortunate to hold the Astros to just three runs, as he gave up eight hits and four walks on the night. After a strong start to the season, Davis now owns a 5.91 ERA and has won just one start since April 17. Fortunately for Davis, the Royals don't have any better options to replace him in the rotation at this point. His next start will come Sunday against the Angels.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Padres reliever Anthony Bass was charged with four runs in his second inning of work Tuesday against the Cardinals.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Bass was ripped off tonight. The first hitter to reach against him did so on a strikeout/wild pitch. The second had a clean single, but Yadier Molina followed with a double-play ball, only Everth Cabrera vacated second base way too early on the relay and wasn't given credit for the out. With runners on second and third with one out, Bud Black had Bass intentionally walk Jon Jay, and Daniel Descalso followed with a grand slam. That was certainly a mistake for Bass, but he could have been out of the inning before then and he didn't deserve for his ERA to jump from 2.60 to 3.64 tonight.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Jaime Garcia was diagnosed with a 30-40 percent tear of the labrum in his left shoulder.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Dr. James Andrews recommended the surgery and reportedly expressed amazement that Garcia pitched as well as he did under the circumstances. The Cardinals' team doctor will perform the surgery and we'll likely have a better idea about a timeline once the procedure is complete. But it's safe to say that the Cardinals aren't counting on anything from him the rest of the way in 2013.
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Tue, May 21
- Jaime Garcia will visit Dr. James Andrews on Tuesday for a second opinion on his left shoulder.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Garcia was placed on the disabled list over the weekend with a left shoulder strain and could be facing season-ending surgery. Tyler Lyons will fill his spot in the rotation for now, but the Cardinals are hoping to have Jake Westbrook (elbow) back from the disabled list soon.
More: Jenifer Langosch on Twitter
Sat, May 18
- Cardinals placed LHP Jaime Garcia on the 15-day disabled list with a left shoulder strain.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Garcia has been dealing with shoulder issues for over a year and will visit Dr. James Andrews to try to get some answers. Surgery could ultimately be the course taken. The Cardinals are calling up reliever Mitchell Boggs on Saturday to fill their vacant roster spot but will have to add a new starting pitcher soon. Maybe 2012 first-rounder Michael Wacha will get a chance.
Fri, May 17
- Jaime Garcia got the win Friday night against the Brewers despite giving up six runs in 5 1/3 innings.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Hey, fantasy owners will take it. Garcia allowed six hits and a walk while all the damage was courtesy of a pair of two-run homers by Aramis Ramirez. The southpaw has allowed 11 runs over his last two starts, increasing his ERA from 2.25 to 3.58 on the year. Still, he'll carry a 5-2 record into a start against the Padres next week in San Diego.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Clayton Richard (illness) gave up two runs in six innings Tuesday in his second minor league rehab start with Triple-A Tucson.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Richard, out since May 4 with an intestinal virus, gave up five hits and no walks while striking out four. The southpaw threw 65 out of 94 pitches for strikes. It should be enough for the Padres to activate him from the disabled list.
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Wed, May 22Recent News
- Aaron Harang was lit up for seven runs in 3 2/3 innings by the Angels on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Josh Hamilton and Howie Kendrick homered off him. Harang fell to 1-5 with an 8.58 ERA. The Mariners need to make a switch here, whether it's Jeremy Bonderman, Hector Noesi or James Paxton as the replacement. Erasmo Ramirez still isn't healthy, unfortunately.
Sun, May 19
- Aaron Harang (back) threw a bullpen session Sunday with no issues and is in line to start on Tuesday in Anaheim.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Harang missed his last outing with some minor back stiffness, but he's alright now. The big righty holds a 7.30 ERA and 1.42 WHIP over five starts this season but does boast a 23/5 K/BB ratio over 24 2/3 frames.
More: Greg Johns on Twitter
Fri, May 17
- The Mariners think Aaron Harang (back) will be ready to make his next start.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Harang was scratched from Thursday's outing due to a stiff lower back, but it appears that he's not going to need a DL stint unless he has a setback over the next few days. The big right-hander holds a 7.30 ERA and 1.42 WHIP over five starts this season.
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Wed, May 22Recent News
- Adam Wainwright limited the Padres to one run and four hits in 7 1/3 innings to pick up his sixth win Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Wainwright had a 5.77 ERA on this day a year ago before finally turning around his season with a shutout of the Padres on May 22. This year, he's been on target since day one; he ranks in the top 10 in the NL in wins, ERA, WHIP and strikeouts.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Zack Wheeler allowed three runs in five innings Wednesday for Triple-A Las Vegas in his return to action.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cleared of his recent clavicle issue, it was his first start since May 11. Wheeler threw a total of 67 pitches and allowed five hits and two walks while striking out two. He also hit a batter. Given the long layoff, the results shouldn't be taken too critically. Still, the Mets want to see another solid string of starts before he is called up to the majors. We're still guessing he'll be up in mid-June.
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Fri, May 17
- Zack Wheeler was placed on the 7-day disabled list with Triple-A Las Vegas due to his recent clavicle soreness.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's just a procedural move, as Wheeler was cleared of any structural damage during a visit with team doctors in New York. The 22-year-old right-hander is scheduled to return to action on May 22 and should be on his way to Queens at some point in June.
More: Adam Rubin on Twitter
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Paul Maholm allowed just an unearned run over 7 1/3 innings in defeating the Twins on Wednesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Unfortunately, Maholm's two bad starts this year were really bad, because he's given up just nine earned runs in the other eight. This is the fourth time he's gone without allowing a single earned run. Overall, he's 6-4 with a 3.38 ERA.
Fri, May 17
- Paul Maholm allowed four runs (two earned) in six innings Friday in a win over the Dodgers.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Maholm was in line for the loss before Justin Upton launched a grand slam in the bottom of the sixth inning. The southpaw gave up eight hits (including a home run) and a walk while notching three strikeouts. While Maholm hasn't been able to match his early dominance, he still makes for a useful mixed in mixed fantasy leagues.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Twins optioned RHP Vance Worley to Triple-A Rochester.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: No word yet on whether Kyle Gibson will be the choice to replace him, but don't count it out. The Twins acquired Worley from the Phillies over the winter in hopes that he would be a productive member of the starting rotation, but he has been anything but. After being knocked around for eight runs in 3 2/3 innings Wednesday by the Braves, the 25-year-old has an ugly 7.21 ERA across 10 starts. If Worley can turn things around in the minors, he figures to get another chance soon.
Fri, May 17
- Vance Worley showed some signs of life Friday, as he limited the Red Sox to one unearned run over six innings as part of a no-decision.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Worley gave up an RBI single to David Ortiz in the first inning, but he held the Red Sox off the board the rest of the way. All told, he allowed six hits and three walks while striking out one. Still, Worley owns an ugly 6.20 ERA through nine starts and will need to get more swings-and-misses to be an asset in fantasy leagues.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Brewers manager Ron Roenicke said Wednesday that Kyle Lohse began feeling discomfort in his right elbow "two or three starts ago" and was recovering slower than usual between starts.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: As a result, the Brewers have scratched him from his next scheduled start on Saturday. The Brewers are hopeful that it's not a major issue, but this isn't what you want to hear from someone who is in the first year of a three-year, $33 million contract.
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Wed, May 22Recent News
- Stephen Strasburg pitched seven innings of one-run ball, striking out seven, in a no-decision against the Giants on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Strasburg has allowed just two earned runs in his last three starts, dropping his ERA from 3.45 to 2.66. That overstates how well he's pitched -- he's given up nine unearned runs this season -- but tonight's performance was maybe the most impressive one he's put together this year and should give him something to build on.
Fri, May 17
- Stephen Strasburg gave up two runs -- one earned -- over eight innings as the Nationals vanquished the Padres 6-2 on Thursday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: He walked three and struck out four, hurling 117 pitches before ceding to Rafael Soriano. Strasburg again wasn't at his best -- only 68 of those tosses were strikes -- but he handcuffed San Diego regardless. The 24-year-old right-hander has been considered a fantasy disappointment to this point, despite possessing a 2.83 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 55/18 K/BB rate. If everyone were judged similarly, we'd all be unemployed.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Jerome Williams blanked the Mariners for eight innings to win Tuesday night.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Williams has been a savior for the Angels, going 3-1 with a 2.30 ERA in four starts and seven relief appearances. He now figures to keep his rotation spot after Jered Weaver returns. AL-only leaguers should keep riding him with the Royals and Astros next on the schedule.
Fri, May 17
- Jerome Williams held the White Sox to two runs over six innings Thursday in a no-decision loss.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Williams allowed five hits and no walks, striking out three. He exited with a 4-2 lead, which Dane De La Rosa blew, costing Williams his third victory. Williams has been a surprisingly stabilizing force in the Angels' putrid starting rotation, allowing nine earned runs over 23 innings in four starts since joining. He has a tasty matchup next week when he takes the hill Wednesday against the Mariners.
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Bud Norris held the Royals scoreless through six innings but took a no-decision as the Astros lost on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Norris left with a 3-0 lead, but the bullpen proceeded to allow seven runs in the next three innings to rob him of a win. He has a 3.86 ERA this year, but he's struck out just 35 batters through 56 innings and is likely due for some regression. His next start will come Monday against the Rockies.
Tue, May 21Recent News
- Bud Norris left Tuesday's start against the Royals following six scoreless innings after aggravating his back injury.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Norris was originally supposed to start Sunday after leaving his previous outing with back spasms but was pushed back just in case. Obviously, it appears that he's not over the ailment. The righty gave up just five hits and two walks over six frames before exiting Tuesday. The Astros should provide an update on his status after the game.
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Fri, May 17
- Bud Norris (back) will have his next start pushed back to Tuesday against the Royals.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Norris left Monday's start against the Tigers with back spasms and will get some extra rest. Lucas Harrell will move up in the rotation to start Sunday against the Pirates.
More: Brian McTaggart on Twitter
Wed, May 22Recent News
- Jake Odorizzi's next start has been pushed back to next Monday against the Marlins.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Odorizzi originally lined up to face the Yankees on Sunday, but Alex Cobb will get the call instead. The 23-year-old right-hander gave up three runs in five innings Monday against the Indians and makes for a fine streaming option in mixed leagues now that he has a favorable matchup against Miami.
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Mon, May 20
- Jake Odorizzi gave up three runs in five innings in his Rays' debut Monday against the Indians.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Odorizzi allowed two runs in the first inning and one in the second, but he settled down from there and was able to keep the Rays in the ballgame. He gave up five hits and just one walk while striking out six batters. The 23-year-old right-hander is worth a shot in AL-only and deeper mixed leagues while David Price is sidelined, though he has a tough matchup against the Yankees this weekend.
Sun, May 19
- Rays manager Joe Maddon said he planned to have Jake Odorizzi make all of the starts in place of the injured David Price (triceps).(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It could possibly only be a couple starts, as the Rays are optimistic that Price will not need to miss much time. Odorizzi will make his Rays' debut on Tuesday against the Blue Jays. He's worth a shot in deeper mixed leagues.
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Sat, May 18
- The Rays have officially announced that Jake Odorizzi will be Monday's starter against the Blue Jays.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: The move won't be made official until Sunday, but the Rays have confirmed what was suspected since David Price (triceps) went on the disabled list. The Blue Jays are not a very pitcher-friendly opponent, but Odorizzi is talented enough to warrant a roster spot in deeper mixed leagues. The 23-year-old right-hander has a 3.83 ERA and 47/15 K/BB ratio in 44 2/3 innings this season at Triple-A Durham.
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Fri, May 17
- Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times hears that prospect right-hander Jake Odorizzi is the most likely option to fill in for David Price (triceps) in the starting rotation.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Alex Torres, Alex Colome, and Chris Archer are also under consideration for the assignment, but Odorizzi has pitched really well so far in Triple-A and lines up perfectly for Monday against the Blue Jays. The 23-year-old is worth grabbing in AL-only leagues.
More: Marc Topkin on Twitter
Wed, May 22Recent News
- CBS Sports' Scott Miller reports that the Cardinals are hoping that Chris Carpenter (shoulder, neck) is able to join the starting rotation in late June or early July.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Carpenter was originally considered unlikely to pitch this season due to a lingering nerve condition in his shoulder and neck. However, he has been encouraged by his throwing program and has suddenly progressed from an option for the bullpen to the starting rotation. The 38-year-old has already stretched himself out to 80 pitches and could begin facing live hitters next week if all goes well. The Cardinals aren't counting on anything, but his unexpected return would provide a major boost for a club which will likely be missing Jaime Garcia (shoulder) for a while.
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Wed, May 22Recent News
- Alex Cobb will move up a day in the rotation to start Sunday against the Yankees.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Jake Odorizzi was originally on turn for the assignment, but he will start Monday against the Marlins instead. Cobb allowed one run in 6 1/3 innings in Tuesday's win over the Blue Jays and holds a 2.73 ERA through nine starts this season.
More: Marc Topkin on Twitter
Tue, May 21Recent News
- Alex Cobb went 6 1/3 innings, allowing just one run, as the Rays beat the Blue Jays on Tuesday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Cobb had a bit of a strange game, as he allowed just a solo home run to Colby Rasmus but only struck out two batters on the outing. Still, it was effective enough to pick up his fifth win of the season, and he's now got a 2.73 ERA through nine starts. His next start, Monday against the Marlins, sets up very nicely for the 25-year-old.
Tue, May 21
- Dylan Axelrod held the Red Sox to two runs and four hits in six innings to pick up a win Monday.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: It's just Axelrod's second win in nine outings this season, but he's given the White Sox five quality starts, plus two more in which he was pulled in the sixth having allowed three or fewer runs. He's now probably moved back ahead of Hector Santiago with John Danks due back and a rotation spot on the line.
Tue, May 21Recent News
- 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 17
- Nick Tepesch pitched decently in a losing effort against the Tigers on Friday, allowing two runs on six hits over his five innings.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Tepesch also walked three and struck out one in the contest. He shut down the vaunted Tigers offense through the first four innings, but they broke through in the fifth courtesy of an RBI double from Miguel Cabrera and a sacrifice fly from Alex Avila. Tepesch has done a decent job thus far for the Rangers, compiling a 3-4 record, 3.98 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 31/13 K/BB ratio over 43 innings. He'll get the Athletics next at home on Wednesday.
Tue, May 21Recent News
- Matt Garza didn't get a win but was great in his season debut Tuesday, holding the Pirates scoreless on one hit and three walks over five innings.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Garza also struck out five on the night. With his pitch count of 90 approaching, he was removed to start the sixth, and the Cubs' bullpen promptly coughed up his 3-0 lead by giving up a five-spot. Garza will have a tougher matchup this weekend in Cincinnati, but he appears safe to use in fantasy leagues right out of the gate.
Sat, May 18
- Matt Garza (lat) will return from the disabled list to start Tuesday's game against the Pirates.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Garza threw six scoreless innings in a rehab start with Triple-A Iowa earlier this week, so he shouldn't be on a strict pitch count in his season debut and will provide an immediate upgrade to the Cubs' rotation. His return means Carlos Villanueva will be relegated to a bullpen role.
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Fri, May 17
- The Cubs will wait to see how Matt Garza (lat) feels and how his bullpen session goes Saturday before they make a decision about activating him.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Garza declared himself ready to rejoin the Cubs' rotation after six scoreless innings during Thursday's rehab start. It's probably just a formality at this point before the team announces that he'll rejoin the rotation next week. Carlos Villanueva is the likeliest candidate to be demoted to the bullpen.
More: Jesse Rogers on Twitter
Tue, May 21Recent News
- 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
Fri, May 17
- Jered Weaver (elbow) threw four innings in a simulated game Friday and feels ready for a minor league rehab assignment.(Rotoworld.com)
Advice: Weaver threw a total of around 80 pitches between the simulated game and his bullpen session. With his extended layoff, he will need 2-3 rehab starts before he's cleared to rejoin the Angels' rotation. He's expected to return in the early part of June.
More: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter