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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Rockies | Trade for Collin McHugh The Colorado Rockies traded OF Eric Young Jr. to the New York Mets for P Collin McHugh Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma |
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Red Sox | Alfredo Aceves optioned The Boston Red Sox optioned SP Alfredo Aceves to Triple-A Pawtucket Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: NESN.com - Jenny Dell |
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Red Sox | Allen Webster candidate to start Saturday The Boston Red Sox will need a starter Saturday, June 22, against the Detroit Tigers, and SP Allen Webster appears to be the most likely candidate for the assignment. Comment |
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Gordon Edes |
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Red Sox | Two recalled The Boston Red Sox recalled C Ryan Lavarnway and RP Alex Wilson from Triple-A Pawtucket Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Gordon Edes |
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Red Sox | David Ross on concussion list The Boston Red Sox placed OF David Ross (concussion) on the 7-day concussion disabled list Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Gordon Edes |
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Red Sox | Clay Buchholz lands on DL Updating a previous report, Boston Red Sox SP Clay Buchholz (neck) threw a bullpen session between games of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, and he apparently did not show significant progress in his return from a strained trapezius muscle in his neck. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to June 9. FANTASY TIP: Buchholz is eligible to return from the DL June 25, so fantasy owners will want to keep him reserved heading into the next scoring period. Wait until him to return from the DL and prove his health in one full start without any setbacks before plugging him back into the active lineup. Comment |
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Gordon Edes |
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Red Sox | Andrew Bailey to remain as closer Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell said Tuesday, June 18, that RP Andrew Bailey remains as the team's closer, "but there's work to do." FANTASY TIP: Bailey is skating on thin ice after blowing a one-run lead in the ninth inning, his third blown save of the season. Fantasy owners will want to keep him in the active lineup, but it wouldn't be a bad idea to scoop up Junichi Tazawa just in case. Comment |
Source: The Providence Journal - Brian MacPherson |
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Rays | Wil Myers hitless in debut Tampa Bay Rays OF Wil Myers was hitless in four at-bats with a strikeout in the first game of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, against the Boston Red Sox. Comment |
Source: KFFL.com |
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Rays | David Price feels great Tampa Bay Rays SP David Price (triceps) threw a bullpen session Tuesday, June 18, in Port Charlotte, Fla. and he looked good and reported feeling "great." Price might be able to start a minor-league rehab assignment as soon as Wednesday, June 19. Comment |
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin |
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Rays | Jake Odorizzi optioned to minors The Tampa Bay Rays optioned SP Jake Odorizzi back to Triple-A Durham Tuesday, June 26, after the team's doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox. Comment |
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Pirates | Wandy Rodriguez to throw bullpen Pittsburgh Pirates SP Wandy Rodriguez (forearm) is scheduled to pitch a full bullpen session Thursday, June 20. Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel |
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Pirates | Michael Zagurski clears waivers Pittsburgh Pirates RP Michael Zagurski cleared waivers Tuesday, June 18, and he was outrighted to Triple-A Indianapolis. Comment |
Source: MLBTradeRumors.com - Tim Dierkes |
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Mets | David Wright reaches milestone New York Mets 3B David Wright collected his 1,500th career hit in the doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, against the Atlanta Braves. He is the 30th active player to reach the milestone. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin |
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Mets | Zack Wheeler optioned after debut New York Mets SP Zack Wheeler made his major league debut in Game 2 of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, against the Atlanta Braves, and he picked up the win. He is just the third starting pitcher in franchise history to earn a win in his big league debut, and first since P Masato Yoshii in 1998. He was optioned to Triple-A after the game, as he was the 26th player up just for the doubleheader. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin |
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Mets | Eric Young acquired The New York Mets acquired OF Eric Young Jr. from the Colorado Rockies for P Collin McHugh Tuesday, June 18. FANTASY TIP: Young is likely to see significant at-bats for the Mets in the outfield, and therefore he is worth a look in NL-only leagues if you're in need of an outfielder or utility fantasy option. Young can also help those in NL rotisserie formats if you're looking for a cheap source of stolen bases. Comment |
Source: New York Post - Mike Puma |
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Yankees | Acquire Fernando Martinez The New York Yankees acquired OF Fernando Martinez from the Houston Astros in exchange for P Charles Basford Tuesday, June 18, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. Comment |
Source: The Star-Ledger - Andy McCullough |
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Mets | Scott Atchison injured warming up New York Mets RP Scott Atchison (groin) is dealing with soreness in his right groin. He was injured warming up during a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, against the Atlanta Braves. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin |
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Brewers | Two candidates to start Saturday The Milwaukee Brewers need a fifth starter Saturday, June 22, against the Atlanta Braves, and the candidates are Ps Tom Gorzelanny and Donovan Hand, assuming the bullpen isn't taxed in the days prior. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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Brewers | Hiram Burgos makes rehab start Milwaukee Brewers SP Hiram Burgos (shoulder) allowed two runs and five hits over four innings in a minor-league rehab appearance with Class A Brevard County Tuesday, June 18. He will make one more appearance, and it is uncertain after that whether he'll return to the majors or Triple-A Nashville. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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Brewers | Chris Narveson bounced around in minors While Milwaukee Brewers SP Chris Narveson (finger) has sufficiently built up his pitch count during a minor-league rehab assignment, he has an 8.31 ERA and 1.692 WHIP in four start for Triple-A Nashville. "If we're going to take him here, we need to see (better results)," manager Ron Roenicke said Tuesday, June 18. FANTASY TIP: Roenicke added that he cannot guarantee Narveson a rotation spot, so those desperate for starting pitching in NL-only fantasy leagues will want to see how Narveson fares when he returns before using a roster spot on him. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Brewers | Marco Estrada to begin rehab Thursday Milwaukee Brewers SP Marco Estrada (hamstring) threw a 45-pitch side session Monday, June 17. If he receives clearance in a visit scheduled with a team physician Wednesday, June 19, he will pitch for Class A Wisconsin in a minor-league rehab appearance. Estrada is likely to need only one minor-league rehab appearance, according to manager Ron Roenicke. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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Brewers | Ryan Braun visits specialist Milwaukee Brewers OF Ryan Braun (thumb) was in Phoenix Tuesday, June 18, to see a hand specialist. Assistant general manager Gord Ash said the trip represented "a due diligence second opinion" on the injury which landed Braun on the 15-day disabled list. Ash said Braun was expected to rejoin the team Wednesday, June 19, and he is eligible for reinstatement from the DL June 25. FANTASY TIP: With a potential return next Tuesday, Braun is a risky start heading into the upcoming fantasy period. Keep him reserved until he is officially activated from the DL and able to prove his health in one full game without any setbacks. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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Astros | Acquire young arm The Houston Astros acquired P Charles Basford from the New York Yankees Tuesday, June 18, from the New York Yankees for OF Fernando Martinez. Comment |
Source: The Star-Ledger - Andy McCullough |
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Royals | Eric Hosmer makes adjustments Kansas City Royals hitting coaches George Brett and Pedro Grifol made some changes to 1B Eric Hosmer's swing recently. "When we got here, his hands were in close (to his head)," Brett said. "We moved them back a little bit. So now, he doesn't have to move his hands back to hit. They're already back. Now, he just has to bring them forward." Since the change, Hosmer is batting .296 and has been able to pull the ball more often. Brett thinks Hosmer has less going on with his hands now since they're better positioned, which reduces the movement in his swing. "His swing is shorter," manager Ned Yost said. "He's in a better position to pull the ball. His stride is shorter. He's backed up off the plate. He's getting more extension to his swing. He's getting the bat head out on pitches in." Hosmer has seven extra-base hits in 18 games heading into Tuesday, June 18, after having just eight in his previous 48 games. FANTASY TIP: Hosmer's power numbers have yet to come around, but the fact that he's made an adjustment at the plate and is seeing encouraging results should be enough for you to continue to keep faith in him. If he continues to pull the ball more regularly, the power should follow soon enough. Comment |
Source: The Kansas City Star - Bob Dutton |
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Cubs | Jorge Soler on DL Chicago Cubs OF Jorge Soler (shin) has been put on the seven-day disabled list with a shin injury at Single-A Daytona. Comment |
Source: MiLB.com |
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Giants | Marco Scutaro returns San Francisco Giants 2B Marco Scutaro (pinkie) is back in the lineup Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: CSNBayArea.com - Andrew Baggarly |
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Diamondbacks | More on Braden Shipley Updating a previous item, Arizona Diamondbacks P Braden Shipley signed a deal worth $2.25 million Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com - Jon Heyman |
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Blue Jays | Jose Reyes rehabs Toronto Blue Jays SS Jose Reyes (ankle) went 2-for-3 with two runs scored in his rehab outing with Single-A Dunedin Monday, June 17. Reyes is expected to move to Double-A New Hampshire or Triple-A Buffalo later this week, and he could rejoin the Blue Jays next week. FANTASY TIP: Reyes owners should be very pleased with the prospect of getting him back next week. Start planning to adjust your roster to accomodate his return. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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Blue Jays | Brandon Morrow to visit specialist Toronto Blue Jays SP Brandon Morrow (forearm) suffered from a tender forearm two innings into his rehab start Monday, June 17, and he'll see a specialist for further tests. Morrow threw only 35 pitches during his start with Single-A Dunedin and gave up three runs and five hits. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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MLB | Dodgers-Yankees postponed The game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, has been postponed due to rain. It will be made up as part of a split doubleheader Wednesday, June 19. Comment |
Source: New York Post - Joel Sherman |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Padres | Everth Cabrera, Carlos Quentin still out San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) and OF Carlos Quentin (shoulder) both remain out of the lineup Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MLB.com |
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Diamondbacks | No timetable for Randall Delgado's stay The Arizona Diamondbacks aren't saying how long SP Randall Delgado may stay in the starting rotation after taking the spot of SP Tyler Skaggs. The team didn't use P Josh Collmenter for the rotation because they think he fits best in a long-relief role. Manager Kirk Gibson isn't committing to Delgado past his start Tuesday, June 18, though. FANTASY TIP: Delgado is making the start in place of Brandon McCarthy (shoulder). How Delgado fares tonight will likely determine if he'll remain in the rotation or if the D-backs will recall Tyler Skaggs. Delgado is purely NL-only fodder right now. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Steve Gilbert |
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Diamondbacks | Braden Shipley signs The Arizona Diamondbacks signed P Braden Shipley, their first-round draft pick, to an undisclosed deal Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Steve Gilbert |
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Diamondbacks | Adam Eaton progressing Arizona Diamondbacks OF Adam Eaton (elbow) was the designated hitter in extended spring training games last weekend. Eaton has resumed playing catch and hasn't felt anymore pain in his elbow. "Everything feels good," Eaton said. "Feels back to where I was. It only hurt that one throw and I felt great before that." He could go on a rehab assignment and play the outfield in another two weeks. FANTASY TIP: A.J. Pollock figures to lose out on playing time whenever Eaton is ready to return. Eaton could be stashed in deep mixed leagues if you're looking for some stolen base help in the second half of the season. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Steve Gilbert |
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Rockies | Roy Oswalt to start Thursday Colorado Rockies SP Roy Oswalt will make his season debut Thursday, June 20. FANTASY TIP: Oswalt should be an immediate option for those in deep NL-only leagues. It's a bit risky to rely on him as more than a spot starter in mixed universes, however. Comment |
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck |
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Rangers | Matt Harrison throwing Texas Rangers SP Matt Harrison (back) will continue to throw from 60 feet this week and will move past that distance next week. Comment |
Source: FOX Sports Southwest - Anthony Andro |
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Rangers | Alexi Ogando not throwing Texas Rangers SP Alexi Ogando (shoulder) has yet to throw a bullpen session because he's still feeling something in his right shoulder. Ogando doesn't have pain, but is likely dealing with inflammation. Comment |
Source: FOX Sports Southwest - Anthony Andro |
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Mets | Matt Harvey strikes out 13 New York Mets SP Matt Harvey allowed three earned runs and three hits while walking three and fanning a career-high 13 hitters in seven innings for a win over the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, June 18. Harvey took a no-hitter into the seventh inning. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Blue Jays | J.A. Happ throws Toronto Blue Jays SP J.A. Happ (knee) threw his first side session Tuesday, June 18, since he was hit by a comebacker. Comment |
Source: The Canadian Press - Shi Davidi |
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Padres | Donavan Tate reports San Diego Padres OF Donavan Tate, the team's former first-round pick in 2009, reported to extended spring training in Arizona Tuesday, June 18, after missing all of spring training due to personal issues. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Corey Brock |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Diamondbacks | Charles Brewer optioned The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned P Charles Brewer to Triple-A Reno Tuesday, June 18, to make room on the roster for SP Randall Delgado. Comment |
Source: MLB.com |
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Orioles | Yamaico Navarro cut The Baltimore Orioles designated INF Yamaico Navarro for assignment Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MASNSports.com - Roch Kubatko |
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Twins | Josh Willingham returns Minnesota Twins OF Josh Willingham (knee) is back in the lineup Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Rhett Bollinger |
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Rangers | Jeff Baker to DL The Texas Rangers placed 2B Jeff Baker (thumb) on the 15-day disabled list and optioned 1B Chris McGuiness to Triple-A Round Rock Tuesday, June 18. P Joseph Ortiz and C Robinson Chirinos were recalled from Round Rock in corresponding moves. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - T.R. Sullivan |
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Blue Jays | Luis Perez has setback Toronto Blue Jays SP Luis Perez (elbow) had a setback and has had his rehab assignment stopped. Comment |
Source: The Canadian Press - Shi Davidi |
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Blue Jays | Brandon Morrow has setback Toronto Blue Jays SP Brandon Morrow (forearm) had a setback during his rehab outing Monday, June 17, and he'll have his forearm re-examined. FANTASY TIP: This is obviously bad news for Morrow owners. He was close to returning to the rotation before this setback. Check back for the diagnosis on his injured forearm. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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Rockies | Rafael Betancourt throws Colorado Rockies RP Rafael Betancourt (groin) threw a 35-pitch side session Tuesday, June 18, and will face hitters Friday, June 21. Comment |
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck |
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Yankees | Kevin Youkilis to have surgery New York Yankees 3B Kevin Youkilis (back) will have back surgery to fix a herniated disc Thursday, June 21, and he'll be out for the next 10 to 12 weeks, at minimum. FANTASY TIP: As Sherman suggests, Youk's career with the Yanks is likely done. Don't expect him to play again this season. It's probably safe to drop him in most mixed leagues at this point. Until Alex Rodriguez (hip) returns sometime after the All-Star break, the Yanks will continue to use a combo of David Adams and Jayson Nix at the hot corner. Comment |
Source: New York Post - Joel Sherman |
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Orioles | Miguel Gonzalez to paternity list The Baltimore Orioles will place SP Miguel Gonzalez on the paternity list for up to three days. They have recalled 1B Travis Ishikawa from the minors in a corresponding move. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Brittany Ghiroli |
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Brewers | Johnny Hellweg receiving rest Milwaukee Brewers SP Johnny Hellweg hasn't made a start for Triple-A Nashville since June 11, and he won't pitch in the next few days. The team is having him rest so that they "don't face inning limits later in the year." Ps Jimmy Nelson and Tyler Thornburg, who are also with Nashville, will be on a similar plan. Hellweg is 6-4 with a 3.06 ERA in 13 starts (70 2/3 innings). He's struck out 48, walked 44 and is limiting opponents to a .197 average. FANTASY TIP: Hellweg, Nelson and Thornburg could be September call-ups, but it's not realistic to expect them before that. They're probably strictly NL-only commodities if they make their major league debuts this season. Comment |
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Tom Haudricourt |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Phillies | Carlos Ruiz activated The Philadelphia Phillies activated C Carlos Ruiz (hamstring) from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 18, and optioned C Steve Lerud to the minors in a corresponding move. FANTASY TIP: Ruiz was only hitting .235 in 51 at-bats after returning from his suspension. In standard formats, you can likely wait until he shows signs of life to add him. He'll return to the primary catching duties for the Phils. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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Yankees | Mark Teixeira to DL The New York Yankees placed 1B Mark Teixeira (wrist) on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 18, and recalled P Adam Warren and OF Zoilo Almonte from the minors in corresponding moves. Also, RP Chris Bootcheck was designated for assignment. FANTASY TIP: GM Brian Cashman hinted yesterday that this would happen. The good news is that there's no structural damage in Teixeira's right wrist. However, there's still the possibility that he'll need season-ending surgery. Monitor his progress and hold onto him for now. Lyle Overbay should see the majority of starts at first base again in Tex's absence, making him relevant in AL-only leagues once again. Comment |
Source: MLB.com |
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Mets | Dominic Smith signs The New York Mets signed 1B Dominic Smith, their first-round draft pick, to an undisclosed deal Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: The Star-Ledger - Marc Carig |
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Indians | Promote Lonnie Chisenhall The Cleveland Indians promoted 3B Lonnie Chisenhall Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: ESPN - Buster Olney |
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Rays | Don't want Alex Cobb to rush Tampa Bay Rays SP Alex Cobb (concussion) has been released from the hospital, but the team doesn't want him to rush back, and manager Joe Maddon expects Cobb to be out for a while. "I don't know (if he'll pitch this year). I don't know one way or the other. We haven't even discussed that. Again, I think it's important that he gets to the next day and sees how he feels." All tests on Cobb have come back negative, although he's dealing with a minor concussion. The Rays aren't sure who will replace Cobb in the rotation. FANTASY TIP: There is no timetable for Cobb's return, and Maddon's words seem to indicate he'll be out for quite a while. You shouldn't outright drop Cobb, but you'll have to be patient and put him in a DL spot for now. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Michael Periatt |
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Mariners | Justin Smoak activated The Seattle Mariners activated 1B Justin Smoak (oblique) from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 18, and optioned 3B Alex Liddi to Triple-A Tacoma in a corresponding move. Comment |
Source: The Sports Network |
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Giants | Ramon Ramirez released The San Francisco Giants released RP Ramon Ramirez Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: The Sports Network |
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Pirates | Jose Contreras re-signed The Pittsburgh Pirates re-signed RP Jose Contreras to an undisclosed deal Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: The Sports Network |
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Astros | Justin Maxwell activated The Houston Astros activated OF Justin Maxwell (hand) from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, June 18, and optioned OF Jimmy Paredes to the minors in a corresponding move. FANTASY TIP: Maxwell probably won't have an everyday role in the outfield now that he's back. Trevor Crowe supplanted Paredes for a starting job in the outfield and can be considered in AL-only leagues. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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Mets | Roster moves The New York Mets placed 2B Justin Turner (intercostal) on the 15-day disabled list with an intercostal strain Tuesday, June 18, and recalled SP Zack Wheeler and activated RP Scott Atchison (elbow) from the DL in corresponding moves. FANTASY TIP: Wheeler will be making his major league debut against the Atlanta Braves in one of the games of a doubleheader Tuesday. Wheeler is worth owning in all formats. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Orioles | Jake Arrieta optioned The Baltimore Orioles optioned SP Jake Arrieta to the minors Monday, June 17, and recalled SP Zach Britton in a corresponding move. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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Indians | Matt Langwell optioned The Cleveland Indians optioned P Matt Langwell to the minors Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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Yankees | Randy Ruiz signs The New York Yankees signed free-agent 1B Randy Ruiz (White Sox) to a minor league deal Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com |
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Orioles | Miguel Gonzalez leaves team Baltimore Orioles SP Miguel Gonzalez left the team Monday, June 17, to be with his wife, who is expected the couple's first child. However, the team may not put Gonzalez on paternity leave. FANTASY TIP: Gonzalez could miss just one start while he's away from the team. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Giants | Two expected to be activated next week San Francisco Giants 3B Pablo Sandoval (foot) and OF Angel Pagan (hamstring) are expected to be activated from the disabled list for the start of their series Monday, June 24, against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sandoval played catch and hit in the cages without a walking boot Monday, June 17, and he's expected to start a rehab assignment with Single-A San Jose Friday, June 21. Pagan is likely to start a rehab assignment soon, as well. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Mariners | Jason Bay injured Seattle Mariners OF Jason Bay (hamstring) sat out of the game Monday, June 17, with a sore hamstring after his leg tightened up Sunday, June 16. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Marlins | Edgar Olmos optioned The Miami Marlins optioned SP Edgar Olmos to Double-A Jacksonville Monday, June 17, to make room on the roster for SP Nathan Eovaldi. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Rays | Evan Longoria day to day Tampa Bay Rays 3B Evan Longoria (foot) said he is day to day, and he expects to be the designated hitter in Game 2 of the doubleheader Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin |
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Brewers | Jonathan Lucroy sizzling Milwaukee Brewers C Jonathan Lucroy is hitting .385 with three homers and 20 RBIs in his last 22 games to raise his average from .208 to .276. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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Red Sox | Clay Buchholz update Boston Red Sox SP Clay Buchholz (neck) will throw Tuesday, June 18. The next step would be to throw a side session or go on the disabled list. SPs Rubby De La Rosa or Allen Webster would make a spot start this weekend if Buchholz went on the disabled list. Comment |
Source: CSNNE.com - Sean McAdam |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Braves | Three sitting Atlanta Braves C Brian McCann, OF Justin Upton and OF B.J. Upton are out of the lineup for Game 1 of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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Red Sox | Mike Napoli in lineup Boston Red Sox C/1B Mike Napoli (illness) returned to the lineup for the first game of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: WEEI.com - Alex Speier |
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Braves | Evan Gattis to DL Atlanta Braves C Evan Gattis (oblique) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained oblique. SS Tyler Pastornicky was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett. FANTASY TIP: Tough break for Gattis, who has seen his playing time reduce significantly the last 10 days with the return of several injured players. Gattis is just 2-for-23 (.083) in June, but those two hits left the park. It'll be tough to find playing time for Gattis when he returns unless an injury opens something up. It's hard to drop someone with 14 homers at the catcher position, but in mixed formats, we wouldn't blame you. Comment |
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - David O'Brien |
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Cardinals | Shelby Miller leaves game St. Louis Cardinals SP Shelby Miller (leg) left the team's game Monday, June 17, with right leg cramping. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch |
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Cardinals | Chris Carpenter dealing with back tightness St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter (shoulder, back) has seen his rehab slowed by back tightness, according to manager Mike Matheny. Carpenter developed the back tightness after throwing a long bullpen session. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch |
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Cardinals | Tyler Lyons likely to start Friday St. Louis Cardinals SP Tyler Lyons is likely to make his next start as scheduled Friday, June 21, after anther sub-par outing. "We're right on track," manager Mike Matheny said when asked about Lyons' status. "Right now, that's definitely where we're going, and we want him just thinking about his next start, not about all this other stuff." Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch |
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Yankees | Could be active on trade front The New York Yankees could be active leading up to the trade deadline, according to general manager Brian Cashman. "Man, I've been active already," Cashman said today on a conference call with reporters. "I feel like up until recently we've been getting a new player in here [often] — they weren't relatively big splashes, but it just feels like from mid-Spring Training on, we've been on overdrive mixing and matching stuff. I'm always open for business, if it feels like they're incremental upgrades or significant ones." Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Bryan Hoch |
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Diamondbacks | Ian Kennedy drops appeal Arizona Diamondbacks SP Ian Kennedy dropped his appeal of a 10 game suspension for his part in a brawl. Kennedy will be eligible to return June 29. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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Giants | Santiago Casilla to throw this week San Francisco Giants RP Santiago Casilla (leg) will likely throw off the pitcher's mound at some point in the next week, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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Giants | Marco Scutaro could play Tuesday San Francisco Giants 2B Marco Scutaro (pinkie) could return to the lineup Tuesday, June 18, according to manager Bruce Bochy. FANTASY TIP: Good news for those that own Scutaro as he appears to be close to returning. Check back as lineups are posted Tuesday, and get him in your lineup if he does return. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Astros | Trevor Crowe gets starting nod Houston Astros OF Trevor Crowe has supplanted Jimmy Paredes as the team's starting right fielder, according to manager Bo Porter. "He does a great job and makes things happen," Porter said. "You look at the batting average, and I'm not a batting average guy. He's an above-average defender and gives us great flexibility because he's a switch-hitter. He's just a baseball player and understands the game. We'll continue to find opportunities for him." Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Brian McTaggart |
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Giants | Ryan Vogelsong injury update San Francisco Giants SP Ryan Vogelsong (hand) will have his hand re-examined Tuesday, June 17, with the hope of taking another step in his recovery. If X-rays show healing, pins could be removed from Vogelsong's hand. "Hopefully there's some pins coming out tomorrow," he said. "That's the plan, but obviously I don't know for sure until I get some X-rays tomorrow and see how things are healing. It's good news, but I'm a little worried about getting pins pulled out of my hand. It'll be a good thing. I'll get over it. I should be able to start moving it around a little bit more." Comment |
Source: ESPN.com |
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Royals | Felipe Paulino suffers setback Kansas City Royals SP Felipe Paulino (elbow, back) skipped his scheduled rehab start Sunday, June 16 as a precaution with back stiffness. The team hopes Paulino can make his next rehab start Wednesday, June 19. Comment |
Source: The Kansas City Star - Bob Dutton |
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Pirates | Wandy Rodriguez throws Pittsburgh Pirates SP Wandy Rodriguez (forearm) threw off the mound Monday, June 17. "He went out and threw a little bit off the mound; I think it was just fastball-changeup," manager Clint Hurdle said. "I spoke with him. He felt good. He seemed to be very positive." Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
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Pirates | A.J. Burnett injury update Pittsburgh Pirates SP A.J. Burnett (calf) is still walking with a limp after being placed on the disabled list Friday, June 14. "(Burnett) is not doing a whole lot right now besides getting treatments," manager Clint Hurdle said. Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
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Pirates | Jordy Mercer top option at shortstop Pittsburgh Pirates SS Jordy Mercer is going to get most of the starts at shortstop for the foreseeable future, according to manager Clint Hurdle. "Mercer is going to get some reps here because of the quality of his (defensive) play and the way he is swinging the bat," Hurdle said. "It's playing the guy that is obviously taking care of both sides of the ball very professionally. … I've spoken to Clint as well so he doesn't wonder when he's coming in. It won't just be for a game; we'll try to bundle (Barmes) for a few games, maybe some good matchups." FANTASY TIP: Keep an eye on the Pirates lineup, but it appears you can safely start Mercer moving forward, as long as he keeps up the strong play that earned him starting time. Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
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Reds | Johnny Cueto OK after return Cincinnati Reds SP Johnny Cueto (shoulder) appears to be OK after returning from the disabled list with a shoulder issue and throwing 88 pitches Sunday, June 16, but the team will likely know more Tuesday, June 18. "We'll see," Reds manager Dusty Baker said on Monday. "He's going to have the normal soreness after he pitches. We'll probably tell more tomorrow than today. Today, how do you judge normal soreness? As long as he doesn't hurt." Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Mark Sheldon |
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Padres | Everth Cabrera likely out a few days San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) is likely to miss a few days with a hamstring issue. "I feel like I can play but I don't want to play at 50 percent," Cabrera said. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Corey Brock |
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Padres | More on Everth Cabrera and Carlos Quentin Updating a previous report, San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) and OF Carlos Quentin (shoulder) have not been placed on the disabled list. Both players are not in the lineup Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: Twitter |
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Nationals | Denard Span's swing not right Washington Nationals OF Denard Span (foot), who isn't in the lineup Monday, June 17, after fouling another pitch off his foot, said the reason he's fouled a ball off his foot three times in two and a half months is because his swing isn't right. He said he's "getting around the ball" when he swings, meaning he's straightening his arms early in his swing. Manager Davey Johnson thinks Span's mechanics are fine and that he just needs better timing. Span is hitting only .256 with a .312 on-base percentage, 25 and 41 points below his career averages. Span is hoping to return Tuesday, June 18, after receiving treatment on his foot. Comment |
Source: The Washington Post - Adam Kilgore |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Orioles | Dylan Bundy throws Baltimore Orioles SP Dylan Bundy (forearm) made 25 throws from 90 feet in Florida Monday, June 17, and he didn't suffer any setbacks. Comment |
Source: MASNSports.com - Roch Kubatko |
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Rangers | Injury updates Texas Rangers SP Colby Lewis (elbow) threw a bullpen session Monday, June 17, after he hasn't thrown off a mound since late May. 2B Jeff Baker (thumb) isn't available to play Monday, but he could return to the lineup Wednesday, June 19, or Thursday, June 20. Manager Ron Washington said Baker won't need to go on the disabled list. Comment |
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Wills |
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Padres | Everth Cabrera, Carlos Quentin out San Diego Padres SS Everth Cabrera (hamstring) and OF Carlos Quentin (shoulder) are not in the lineup Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Corey Brock |
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Nationals | More on Bryce Harper Updating a previous report, Washington Nationals OF Bryce Harper (knee) has no timetable for his return after trainer Lee Kuntz cleared him to start walking and jogging. Harper hasn't had pain during range-of-motion exercises. "We're going to re-evaluate this almost daily," Kuntz said. "We're adding bricks every day, trying to improve upon what we did yesterday and not lose any ground. You got to see how he reacts to the one thing before you add the second thing." Once he can sprint and take batting practice, he'll likely play in only two or three minor league games before returning. Comment |
Source: The Washington Post - Adam Kilgore |
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Braves | Cory Rasmus recalled The Atlanta Braves recalled RP Cory Rasmus from Triple-A Gwinnett Monday, June 17, as the team's 26th man for their doubleheader against the New York Mets Tuesday, June 18. Rasmus said he feels more comfortable after being touched up in both his outings earlier this year. Rasmus allowed three home runs in two games in his first major league experience. He had a 1.44 ERA, seven saves and 30 strikeouts in 25 innings with Gwinnett this year. Comment |
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - David O'Brien |
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Pirates | Reese McGuire signs The Pittsburgh Pirates signed C Reese McGuire, the 14th overall draft pick, to an undisclosed deal Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com - Jon Heyman |
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Diamondbacks | J.J. Putz throws bullpen Arizona Diamondbacks RP J.J. Putz (elbow) said he felt good after a bullpen session Monday, June 17. His next step will be to go on a rehab assignment, which will start Friday, June 21. FANTASY TIP: It's unclear if Putz will be returned to closing duties when he's healthy. Until we know more, those that picked up Heath Bell will have to hang onto him. If you're in need of saves and Putz is available, stash him now. Comment |
Source: FOXSportsArizona.com - Jack Magruder |
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Phillies | John Lannan activated The Philadelphia Phillies officially activated SP John Lannan (knee) from the 15-day disabled list Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: The Sports Network |
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Nationals | Matt Torra released The Washington Nationals released P Matt Torra Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: The Sports Network |
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Mets | Lucas Duda starting at first base New York Mets manager Terry Collins said he thinks OF Lucas Duda starting at first base and 2B Daniel Murphy at second base is the team's best lineup, with OFs Kirk Nieuwenhuis, Juan Lagares and Marlon Byrd in the outfield. "You're allowed to change," Collins said. "There's nothing that's etched in stone. You're allowed to make changes and you're allowed to make decisions that you think are in the best interest of the ballclub. And last week we made decisions that we thought were in the best interest of the ballclub. They didn't work. So, as I ask our players to adjust, I've got to do the same thing." Moving Duda to first doesn't mean that 1B Ike Davis will be in the minors longer than expected, however. Davis is hitting .174 (4-for-23) with four walks and seven strikeouts with Triple-A Las Vegas in six games. FANTASY TIP: As Duda mentions, he's familiar with first base after playing the position extensively in the minors. This doesn't change his value at all, and Collins said they can move Duda back to the outfield when they're comfortable recalling Davis. The biggest loser is Jordany Valdespin, who wasn't hitting well in his stretch of starts at second base. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Orioles | Zach Britton coming up Baltimore Orioles SP Zach Britton is likely to be called up to make the start in place of SP Jason Hammel (flu) Tuesday, June 18. FANTASY TIP: Britton is likely to be just a spot starter for the time being with Hammel ill. Only consider him in AL leagues. Comment |
Source: WNST |
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Yankees | Injury updates New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter (ankle) did tee-and-toss, took 15 batting practice swings, long toss, fielded 20 ground balls and threw to first base Monday, June 17. OF Curtis Granderson (hand) played long toss and will have the pin in his hand removed Wednesday, June 19. He'll move to strengthening exercises for a week after that and then swing a bat. SS Eduardo Nunez (oblique) did tee-and-toss and took grounders Monday. The team hopes he's playing with either Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre or the big league team by mid-July. C Francisco Cervelli (hand) will swing underwater with a bat in seven to 10 days, and he could also return around mid-July. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand |
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Yankees | Alex Rodriguez continues to work out New York Yankees 3B Alex Rodriguez (hip) did toss, net drills and took batting practice Monday, June 17. He also did long toss and took some ground balls to each side. Rodriguez will see simulated at-bats from live pitching Tuesday, June 18. FANTASY TIP: It looks as though Rodriguez's rehab continues to go as planned. As long as he doesn't have any setbacks, we should expect to see him sometime shortly after the All-Star break. Continue monitoring his progress until then. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand |
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Yankees | Happy with Michael Pineda's progress New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has been thrilled with the progress from SP Michael Pineda (shoulder), and the righty is hitting mid-to-low 90s with his fastball. He'll make his third rehab start in the Florida State League Thursday, June 20, and throw around 80 pitches. The team will continue to evaluate him to determine if he'll be ready to return to the majors. FANTASY TIP: Pineda could be a steal off the waiver wire for the second half of the season if team brass determines he's ready for another try at the major league level. Health is key, but if reports are any indication, he looks like he's close to top form. Consider stashing him in deep leagues soon, if not now. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand |
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Orioles | Wei-Yin Chen throws bullpen Baltimore Orioles SP Wei-Yin Chen (elbow) threw a bullpen session Monday, June 17, and manager Buck Showalter said he's hoping Chen can return to make a few starts before the All-Star break. Chen will likely throw a simulated game in his next outing. FANTASY TIP: Chen will become an option for deep mixed leaguers searching for pitching when he returns from the DL, but it would be wise to hold off adding him until he proves effective. Remember, Chen is coming back from Tommy John surgery, so he may struggle initially with velocity and control. Comment |
Source: MASNSports.com - Roch Kubatko |
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Mets | Justin Turner expected to hit DL Updating a previous item, New York Mets 2B Justin Turner (intercostal) is expected to land on the disabled list with a strained intercostal muscle on his left side, according to manager Terry Collins. Turner had an MRI exam Monday, June 17, and isn't traveling with the team. The team is expected to recall SP Zack Wheeler and activate RP Scott Atchison (elbow) from the disabled list Tuesday, June 18. Collins said INF Jordany Valdespin will serve as the backup to SS Omar Quintanilla at shortstop. FANTASY TIP: Turner was serving as infield depth for the Mets. He didn't carry much value to begin with aside from NL-only leagues. It's safe to drop him if you were using him as depth in cavernous mixed leagues. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Adam Rubin |
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Cubs | Carlos Marmol not an option to close Chicago Cubs manager Dale Sveum said RP Carlos Marmol will remain in the seventh and eighth innings of games, and he won't be an option to close when RP Kevin Gregg is unavailable. FANTASY TIP: James Russell is probably the most likely candidate to fill in in the ninth if Gregg is injured or needs a break. Shawn Camp is another possibility. Neither should be owned unless you're desperate for saves vultures in deep NL leagues. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Carrie Muskat |
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Mets | Travis d'Arnaud cleared New York Mets C Travis d'Arnaud (foot) was cleared by a doctor to begin a running program Monday, June 17. FANTASY TIP: This is a big step in the right direction for d'Arnaud, but he'll have a long way to go in his rehab to return to game action. Don't expect him to make an appearance in the majors this season. If he does, it probably won't be until the season's final month. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo |
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Cardinals | Fernando Salas to start rehab assignment St. Louis Cardinals RP Fernando Salas (shoulder) is set to begin a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch |
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Rangers | Joakim Soria throws Texas Rangers RP Joakim Soria (pectoral, elbow) threw a batting practice session and felt good Monday, June 17. He'll move to a rehab assignment as early as Thursday, June 20. Comment |
Source: FOX Sports Southwest - Anthony Andro |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Rangers | Jurickson Profar to play outfield The Texas Rangers plan on making SS Jurickson Profar into a left fielder to keep his bat in the lineup. They hope to have him ready to make the move in seven to 10 days, according to FOXSportsSouthwest.com's Anthony Andro. FANTASY TIP: Profar's bat is far too valuable to be left out of the lineup. David Murphy, and to a lesser extent, Craig Gentry, will be most affected by this plan. Profar should be owned in all leagues now that we know he'll continue to see regular playing time with Ian Kinsler back in the fold. Comment |
Source: FOX Sports Southwest - Anthony Andro |
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Rangers | Lance Berkman working on mechanics Texas Rangers 1B Lance Berkman is out of the lineup again Monday, June 17, while he works on his mechanics. Berkman said he's had trouble getting his right leg straight when hitting left-handed due to the four surgeries that he's had. He's expected to return Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: FOX Sports Southwest - Anthony Andro |
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Yankees | More on Mark Teixeira Updating a previous report, New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he is leaning toward putting 1B Mark Teixeira (wrist) on the disabled list. Teixeira won't play for a week at the minimum after receiving a cortisone shot in his right wrist. Cashman said that Teixeira doesn't need season-ending surgery yet, but it's a possibility. Hitting coach Kevin Long thinks Teixeira is a "shell" of himself because his injured wrist has caused his left-handed swing to lack the "whip and the bat speed you see right-handed." Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand |
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Diamondbacks | Randall Delgado to start Tuesday Arizona Diamondbacks SP Randall Delgado will start the team's game Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: MLB.com |
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Nationals | Bryce Harper improves Washington Nationals OF Bryce Harper (knee) was examined by trainer Lee Kuntz Monday, June 17, and the swelling is down in Harper's knee. Kuntz said Harper is ready to move to "ground-based activities." FANTASY TIP: This is positive news for Harper owners, but he's not in the clear yet. He'll need to progress to running before he can return to full on baseball activities. Continue to monitor his progress. Comment |
Source: The Washington Post - Adam Kilgore |
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Blue Jays | J.A. Happ to throw bullpen session Toronto Blue Jays SP J.A. Happ (knee) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday, June 18, or Wednesday, June 19. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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Blue Jays | Brandon Morrow to make rehab start Toronto Blue Jays SP Brandon Morrow (forearm) is scheduled to start for Single-A Dunedin Monday, June 17, and will throw 45 to 50 pitches. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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Blue Jays | Jose Reyes to play in rehab game Toronto Blue Jays SS Jose Reyes (ankle) will play four to five innings for Single-A Dunedin Monday, June 17. Comment |
Source: National Post - John Lott |
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Reds | Tony Cingrani moving to bullpen Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker said SP Tony Cingrani will move to the bullpen. FANTASY TIP: Johnny Cueto (shoulder) is back from the disabled list and Mike Leake has pitched outstanding of late, leaving no room for Cingrani. You can hold onto him in deep NL-leagues and keeper formats, but otherwise he's not worth taking up space on your roster. Comment |
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - John Fay |
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Indians | Nick Swisher receives shot Cleveland Indians OF Nick Swisher (shoulder) received a cortisone shot for his left shoulder Monday, June 17, and he's expected to miss the series against the Kansas City Royals. He could return to play Friday, June 21. Comment |
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Paul Hoynes |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Tigers | Will recall Jose Alvarez The Detroit Tigers will call up SP Jose Alvarez from Triple-A Toledo in order to start Thursday, June 20. Comment |
Source: MLive.com - James Schmehl |
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Tigers | Two players called up The Detroit Tigers recalled C Bryan Holaday and OF Avisail Garcia from Triple-A Toledo. Comment |
Source: MLive.com - James Schmehl |
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Tigers | Alex Avila goes on DL The Detroit Tigers have placed C Alex Avila (forearm) on the 15-day disabled list because of a forearm injury. Manager Jim Leyland believes Avila will be able to return when he is first eligible. FANTASY TIP: Brayan Pena likely will receive most of the starts at catcher while Avila is out of the lineup. Pena could be an option for AL-only owners looking for help at catcher. Comment |
Source: MLive.com - James Schmehl |
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Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland didn't give RP Jose Valverde a vote of confidence when asked about the team's closer situation Monday, June 17. Leyland said "we'll find out tonight," when asked about the team's closer. FANTASY TIP: Leyland used Joaquin Benoit for the save against the Minnesota Twins Sunday because he felt Benoit was the better option. However, he's not admitting that Benoit is the new closer over Valverde. It appears that Leyland is comfortable using a closer-by-committee with Benoit and Valverde after Valverde blew his third save of the year last week. Benoit is worth an addition to your fantasy roster in deep mixed leagues if you're searching for saves. Expect Valverde to continue to see some save chances, but his workload will be less predictable now. Bruce Rondon, who is the best long-term option for the closer's role, could be in line for a call-up soon if Leyland isn't happy with Benoit or Valverde. Keep Rondon on your radar. Comment |
Source: FOXSports.com - Jon Paul Morosi |
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Mets | Justin Turner could land on DL New York Mets 2B Justin Turner (intercostal) is dealing with an intercostal injury and could land on the disabled list. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Anthony DiComo |
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The Detroit Tigers have placed SP Anibal Sanchez (shoulder) on the 15-day disabled list with a shoulder injury. Manager Jim Leyland said he expects Sanchez to miss only two starts and return when he is first eligible. FANTASY TIP: Sanchez has been dealing with the shoulder injury over his last two starts and will miss some time. It does not appear that he will be out for an extended period of time, so owners should look to stash him on their bench or disabled list. Comment |
Source: MLive.com - James Schmehl |
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Indians | Chris Perez expects to come off DL this week Cleveland Indians RP Chris Perez (shoulder) said he is scheduled to make a rehab appearance for Double-A Akron Tuesday, June 18. He expects to come off the 15-day disabled list Friday, June 21. Comment |
Source: WTAM 1100 - Nick Camino |
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Orioles | Wei-Yin Chen throws Monday Baltimore Orioles SP Wei-Yin Chen (oblique) threw a bullpen session Monday, June 17, and did not appear to have any problems. He could pitch in a simulated game in the near future. Comment |
Source: MASNSports.com - Roch Kubatko |
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Yankees | Alex Rodriguez to face live pitching New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said 3B Alex Rodriguez (hip) will face live pitching Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: The Star-Ledger - Andy McCullough |
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Phillies | Jeremy Horst placed on DL The Philadelphia Phillies have placed RP Jeremy Horst (elbow) on the 15-day disabled list with a left elbow strain. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Todd Zolecki |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Indians | Chris Perez expected to return Friday Cleveland Indians RP Chris Perez (shoulder) will make another rehab outing Tuesday, June 18, and is expected to be activated from the disabled list Friday, June 21. FANTASY TIP: Perez should immediately return to closing duties for the Tribe, moving Vinnie Pestano back to the eighth-inning setup role. There's no need to hold onto Pestano in mixed formats when Perez returns. Comment |
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Paul Hoynes |
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Red Sox | Jon Lester fading Boston Red Sox SP Jon Lester was 6-0 with a 2.72 ERA on May 15, but since then, he's 0-4 with a 7.20 ERA in his last six starts after giving up five runs and nine hits to the Baltimore Orioles Sunday, June 16. Comment |
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Gordon Edes |
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Yankees | Curtis Granderson expected to have pins taken out New York Yankees OF Curtis Granderson (hand) is expected to have pins taken out of his hand Thursday, June 20. Comment |
Source: YES Network - Meredith Marakovits |
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Yankees | Michael Pineda to make rehab start New York Yankees SP Michael Pineda (shoulder) is scheduled to make a rehab start Thursday, June 20, and will throw around 80 pitches. Comment |
Source: YES Network - Meredith Marakovits |
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Dodgers | Yasiel Puig likely to stay up Los Angeles Dodgers OF Yasiel Puig is likely to stay with the team when OFs Matt Kemp (hamstring) and Carl Crawford (hamstring) return from the disabled list, according to manager Don Mattingly. FANTASY TIP: Given the way Puig has burst on the scene and provided the Dodgers with a spark, this isn't a surprise at all. Andre Ethier has been swinging a hot stick of late, but he'll be the loser in the outfield alignment when both Kemp and Crawford are healthy. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Rays | Wil Myers to hit low in order Tampa Bay Rays OF Wil Myers will start at least one of the team's two games during a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, and he'll hit lower in the batting order. "He's going to play in the outfield and we'll probably hit him lower in the batting order to begin, just to take a little pressure off of him," manager Joe Maddon said. "We'll try not to place the expectations too high, although I know it's going to come from outside, not from within. He's another one of our players. I'm going to try to ease him into the whole thing." FANTASY TIP: Myers is likely owned in most formats by now, but if he's still available in your league, scoop him up. He'll play every day for the Rays and has the pedigree to contribute immediately for your fantasy squad. Comment |
Source: ESPN.com |
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Nationals | Two sitting out Washington Nationals OF Denard Span (foot) and 1B Adam LaRoche are not in the lineup Monday, June 17. Span fouled a ball off his foot Sunday, June 16, and LaRoche is just taking the day off against a left-handed pitcher. Comment |
Source: CSNWashington.com - Mark Zuckerman |
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Yankees | Thinking about putting Mark Teixeira on DL New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he is leaning toward placing 1B Mark Teixeira (wrist) on the 15-day disabled list. FANTASY TIP: Teixeira recently came off the DL but it appears like he probably will go back on because of his injury. Lyle Overbay and possibly Thomas Neal could see time at first base if Teixeira is out for an extended period of time. Both could be options in AL-only leagues if available, but Overbay likely would have some value in deeper mixed leagues. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Bryan Hoch |
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Yankees | Leaning toward DL for Mark Teixeira New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is "leaning toward" placing 1B Mark Teixeira (wrist) on the disabled list. FANTASY TIP: Teixeira's MRI exam showed no new tears in his right wrist, but he still may not be able to avoid going back on the disabled list. The possibility of surgery probably still exists now that he's had a setback. That would likely cause him to miss the rest of the year. Lyle Overbay will become relevant in at least AL-only leagues again if Tex lands on the shelf. Comment |
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand |
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Nationals | Xavier Cedeno optioned The Washington Nationals optioned P Xavier Cedeno to Triple-A Syracuse Sunday, June 16. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Giants | Angel Pagan hoping to avoid surgery San Francisco Giants OF Angel Pagan (hamstring) is hoping to avoid surgery on his left hamstring. He received a platelet-rich plasma injection last Sunday but is unable to run the bases. Comment |
Source: The Associated Press |
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Red Sox | Starters for doubleheader named Boston Red Sox SP Alfredo Aceves will start the first game of the doubleheader Tuesday, June 18, while SP Felix Doubront will start the second game. Comment |
Source: The Boston Globe - Peter Abraham |
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Pirates | Jeanmar Gomez to make another rehab start Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said SP Jeanmar Gomez (forearm) will make another rehab start Tuesday, June 18, before the team decides what to do with him next. Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
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Pirates | Brandon Cumpton to make another start Pittsburgh Pirates SP Brandon Cumpton will start the team's game Thursday, June 20. Comment |
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik |
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Dodgers | Clayton Kershaw irked about contract reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw said Sunday, June 16, that he was upset that reports of his contract talks leaked to the media. Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal reported that both sides were "making progress" on a seven-year extension that may be worth more than $180 million. Kershaw blamed the Dodgers for the leak and said they had an agreement that they weren't going to talk about negotiations while they were in progress. General manager Ned Colletti said "I don't know" when asked if the leak could hurt negotiations and decliend to comment on the report. FANTASY TIP: Both sides should come together eventually. Maybe the Dodgers should include run support to sweeten the deal. Comment |
Source: Los Angeles Times - Dylan Hernandez |
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Phillies | Ryan Howard in homer drought Philadelphia Phillies 1B Ryan Howard hasn't hit a homer in his last 67 plate appearances and has just one in 130, with his last big fly coming on May 29. Manager Charlie Manuel said he has no plans to move Howard out of the cleanup spot. Howard is batting .289 (24-for-83) with 10 extra-base hits over his last 24 games and was 11-for-33 on the road trip that just ended. FANTASY TIP: Howard may very well start looking like the early-season version of himself soon, but how much his balky knee will let him take advantage of it remains to be seen. He's looked a bit healthier lately, though, and his extra-base knocks could start turning into dingers soon. What's his owner's asking price? Comment |
Source: Philadelphia Daily News - Ryan Lawrence |
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Phillies | Chase Utley may start rehab Tuesday Philadelphia Phillies 2B Chase Utley (oblique) could start a rehab assignment Tuesday, June 18. He took live batting practice Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15. FANTASY TIP: Returning sometime within the next seven days looks quite possible. Plan ahead for your weekly linenups. Comment |
Source: Philadelphia Daily News - Ryan Lawrence |
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Rockies | Roy Oswalt now slated for Thursday Colorado Rockies SP Roy Oswalt is expected to join the big-league club Thursday, June 20, at the Washington Nationals. FANTASY TIP: A decent first matchup for him, but he's still safest as an NL-only option. Deep-mixed players should find utility for him at various points this season, though. Comment |
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck |
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Mets | Won't shop Bobby Parnell According to a source, the New York Mets will not shop CL Bobby Parnell at the trade deadline. General manager Sandy Alderson considers Parnell a valuable piece for next year, rather than an opportunity to capitalize on a contender's need. Comment |
Source: New York Daily News - Andy Martino |
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Yankees | Ian Clarkin signs The New York Yankees signed supplemental draft pick P Ian Clarkin to a $1,650,100 deal. Comment |
Source: CBSSports.com - Jon Heyman |
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140 characters of fantasy baseball knowledge at a time! News travels fast in the baseball world. You need to know how it'll affect your club. Turn to @KFFL_Baseball to stay ahead of your leaguemates! Follow us on Twitter! Tigers | Concerned about Anibal Sanchez Detroit Tigers manager Jim Leyland said he is concerned about SP Anibal Sanchez (shoulder), who didn't look like himself Saturday, June 15, after missing a start due to shoulder tightness. He wouldn't say if Sanchez was set for tests on the shoulder. Comment |
Source: Detroit Free Press - John Lowe |
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Rays | Jake Odorizzi to make spot start Tampa Bay Rays SP Jake Odorizzi will come up from Triple-A Durham to start the second game of a doubleheader Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: Tampa Bay Times - Marc Topkin |
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Braves | Alex Wood to start Atlanta Braves RP Alex Wood will make a spot start Tuesday, June 18. Comment |
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Carroll Rogers |
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Rockies | Dexter Fowler returns Colorado Rockies OF Dexter Fowler (finger) returned to the lineup Sunday, June 16. Comment |
Source: KFFL.com |
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Brewers | Devin Williams signs The Milwaukee Brewers finalized a $1.35 million contract Sunday, June 16, with P Devin Williams, their top pick (second round, 54th overall) in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft. Williams received a bonus in excess of the $1,017,300 slotted by Major League Baseball. Part of his package included compensation for forgoing a scholarship to the University of Missouri, which is common practice for teams signing high school picks. He will report to Phoenix on Monday, June 17, for assignment with the Brewers' Rookie League affiliate. Comment |
Source: MLB.com - Adam McCalvy |
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Royals | Alex Gordon not going back to third When asked by the media whether he could see Kansas City Royals OF Alex Gordon shifting back to third base, his old position, manager Ned Yost indicated that would not happen. "I don't envision that," Yost said. "The thought hasn't ever come into my head that we're going to put Alex back at third base. It's never occurred to me." Comment |
Source: The Kansas City Star - Bob Dutton |
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