Betancourt, Rafael COL - Update: Rafael Betancourt is making progress with his right groin injury. He was eligible to come off the disabled list on Sunday. That was never going to happen. But during the next homestand? That is a possibility in Betancourt’s mind.
“It feels so much better than it did before. It’s not even close to what it was like,” Betancourt said. 6/17/2013 10:43 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rangers - Nick Tepesch-P - Manager Ron Washington said Nick Tepesch is expected to make next start in rotation. 6/17/2013 10:35 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Mets - Matt den Dekker-OF - Matt den Dekker has returned to action with Single-A St. Lucie. He broke his wrist in a Graprefruit League game on March 24th. 6/17/2013 10:22 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Coghlan, Chris MIA - Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan will not need surgery for his injured back. 6/17/2013 10:15 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Alvarez, Henderson MIA - Henderson Alvarez may need just two more starts before being activated from the 60-day disabled list. He is scheduled to pitch for Class A Jupiter Tuesday. 6/17/2013 10:14 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Padres - Daniel Stange-P - Padres' P Daniel Stange has opted out of his contract with Triple-A Tuscon. 6/17/2013 10:12 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Lewis, Colby TEX - Colby Lewis threw off a mound Monday for the first time since he was shut down with soreness in the back of his right elbow. 6/17/2013 10:11 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Gonzalez, Miguel BAL - Miguel Gonzalez left the Orioles Monday in Detroit and traveled to California to be with his wife who is about to give birth to the couple's first child. Gonzalez will be placed on the paternity leave list but is expected to return for his next start Saturday at Toronto. 6/17/2013 10:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Yankees - Luke Murton-1B - Yankees released 1B Luke Murton from the organization. 6/17/2013 10:08 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
McCarthy, Brandon ARI - Update: Brandon McCarthy (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday after throwing off flat ground Monday. 6/17/2013 10:07 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cubs - Dale Sveum-MGR - Cubs' manager Dale Sveum has been ejected from tonight's game. 6/17/2013 10:07 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
McAllister, Zach CLE - Zach McAllister played catch Monday for the first time since landing on the Disabled List on June 8th. "I played catch at 60 feet and the finger felt good," McAllister said. He will play catch again on Tuesday. 6/17/2013 10:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Marlins - Tom Koehler-P - The Marlins have elected to keep pitcher Tom Koehler in the starting rotation. Koehler will start Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks. 6/17/2013 10:05 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Indians - J.C. Romero-P - J.C. Romero, who is playing at Triple-A Columbus was placed on the seven-day disabled list with left shoulder inflammation. 6/17/2013 10:02 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Heisey, Chris CIN - Chris Heisey went 2 for 4 for Triple-A Louisville in a rehab assignment tonight. 6/17/2013 10:00 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Yankees - Randy Ruiz-1B - The Yankees signed first baseman Randy Ruiz to a minor-league contract Monday. 6/17/2013 9:56 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - Tonight's game starts at 10:53 p.m., the official rain delay time: 3 hours, 43 minutes. 6/17/2013 9:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Casilla, Santiago SF - Santiago Casilla threw from 110 feet today. 6/17/2013 9:48 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Harrison, Matt TEX - Update: Matt Harrison played catch Monday for the first time since having back surgery. Harrison will be restricted to throwing off flat ground for another 4-6 weeks. 6/17/2013 9:42 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Indians - Blake Wood-P - Blake Wood (elbow) will move his rehab assignment back to Double-A Akron Tuesday. He is scheduled to pitch one inning. 6/17/2013 9:40 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - Tarp coming off the field again at Turner Field. 6/17/2013 9:37 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Miller, Shelby STL - Update: Shelby Miller removed from the game due to cramping in his right leg. 6/17/2013 9:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Indians - Matt Langwell-P - It appeared that Indians RHP Matt Langwell was being sent down to Triple-A Columbus after tonight's loss. 6/17/2013 9:34 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Braves - Cory Rasmus-P - Cory Rasmus will join the Braves for their doubleheader Tuesday as their 26th man. Rasmus is likely to be demoted following the games. 6/17/2013 9:32 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Miller, Shelby STL - Shelby Miller is being pinch hit for, looks to be a cramp/stretching issue for his departure. 6/17/2013 9:30 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Howard, Ryan PHI - Phillies manager Charlie Phillies Manuel on Ryan Howard: 'His knee was sore tonight. It comes and goes.' 6/17/2013 9:28 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Eovaldi, Nathan MIA - Update: The Marlins will activate RHP Nathan Eovaldi from the 60-Day DL tomorrow. Kevin Slowey will be moved to the bullpen. 6/17/2013 9:26 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Atchison, Scott NYM - The Mets will probably put Justin Turner on the Disabled List tomorrow and add Zack Wheeler and Scott Atchison. 6/17/2013 9:21 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - Rain might prevent the Braves and Mets from playing both ends of tomorrow's doubleheader. This has influenced tonight's lengthy delay. 6/17/2013 9:19 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cubs - Jorge Soler-OF - Cubs prospect Jorge Soler injured his shin. The Cubs awaiting diagnosis, but could be a DL stint. 6/17/2013 9:16 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Arrieta, Jake BAL - The Orioles have optioned RHP Jake Arrieta to Triple-A Norfolk. A corresponding roster move will be announced tomorrow. It is expected to be P Zach Britton. 6/17/2013 9:14 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Porcello, Rick DET - Jim Leyland said they will mix-and-match for the closer role right now. It will NOT be Rick Porcello. They aren't going to change the rotation. 6/17/2013 9:13 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Jeter, Derek NYY - Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Monday shortstop Derek Jeter (ankle) did tee and toss and took 15 swings in the batting cage. He also fielded 20 grounders with side-to-side movement and threw to first base. 6/17/2013 9:12 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Happ, J.A. TOR - Blue Jays manager John Gibbons said Monday starting pitcher J.A. Happ (head, knee) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday or Wednesday. 6/17/2013 9:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - The Tarp is gong back on the field. The 10:05 pm first pitch might be in danger. 6/17/2013 9:05 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Nunez, Eduardo NYY - Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Monday infielder Eduardo Nunez (rib) fielded 30 grounders on dirt Monday. He also did tee and toss and long toss. 6/17/2013 9:01 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Betancourt, Rafael COL - Rafael Betancourt will throw another bullpen session tomorrow. He will then face hitters Friday. Then another bullpen session perhaps on Tuesday. 6/17/2013 8:53 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Janssen, Casey TOR - Casey Janssen recorded his 15th save Monday throwing a scoreless inning. 6/17/2013 8:45 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Kennedy, Ian ARI - Ian Kennedy has dropped his appeal and will begin serving his 10-game suspension tonight. 6/17/2013 8:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Scutaro, Marco SF - Manager Bruce Bochy said 2B Marco Scutaro (pinkie) might return to the lineup as soon as Tuesday night. 6/17/2013 8:03 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Sandoval, Pablo SF - Pablo Sandoval could begin a rehab assignment Friday with San Jose. 6/17/2013 7:59 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Reyes, Jose TOR - Jose Reyes played five innings and was 2-for-3 with two runs scored for Single-A Dunedin on Monday. 6/17/2013 7:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Bay, Jason SEA - Jason Bay is not in the lineup tonight because of hamstring that "knotted up" on him yesterday, according to manager Eric Wedge. 6/17/2013 7:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Cubs at Cardinals - Tarp is being removed. Game expected to start at 8:45. 6/17/2013 7:16 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Paulino, Felipe KC - Felipe Paulino’s recovery from Tommy John surgery is on hold because of soreness and stiffness in his back, which surfaced after he began his rehab assignment last week at Class Double-A Northwest Arkansas. Paulino skipped his scheduled start Sunday as a precaution. If all goes well, he could return Wednesday to the mound at Arkansas.
6/17/2013 7:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Madson, Ryan LAA - Ryan Madson could begin throwing off a mound by this weekend or early next week. 6/17/2013 6:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Morrow, Brandon TOR - Brandon Morrow went two innings and allowed three runs on five hits in his first rehab outing for Single-A Dunedin. 6/17/2013 6:42 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cuddyer, Michael COL - Michael Cuddyer tied his career-high hit-streak at 15 games with a single to right in the second inning. 6/17/2013 6:35 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cabrera, Everth SD - Everth Cabrera (left hamstring) said his hamstring is not at full strength, "I feel like I can play but I don't want to play at 50 percent." The team intends to give him a few days. 6/17/2013 6:17 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Dylan Bundy-P - Dylan Bundy made 25 throws from 90 feet Monday in Sarasota as part of his throwing progression. It sounds like it went well. 6/17/2013 6:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Quentin, Carlos SD - Carlos Quentin is not in the Padres starting lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 6:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - Game will start in a rain delay. No start time was given. 6/17/2013 6:04 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Posey, Buster SF - Buster Posey in not in the Giants starting lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 6:02 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cabrera, Everth SD - Everth Cabrera (hamstring) is not in the Padres starting lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 5:57 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Berkman, Lance TEX - Manager Ron Washington gave Lance Berkman a second straight day off Monday night, giving his designated hitter a chance to get "good and fresh." "I don't mind," Berkman said when asked about getting back-to-back days off. "It gives me a day to regroup." 6/17/2013 5:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Cubs at Cardinals - Cardinals announce that the game is "officially in a delay." There is no start time announced. 6/17/2013 5:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Mets at Braves - It started raining a little bit harder at Turner field. The Braves were told there could be a number of pop up showers over the next few hours. 6/17/2013 5:42 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rodriguez, Wandy PIT - Wandy Rodriguez threw off a mound, fastballs and changeups. His next step not yet determined, but Clint Hurdle said Wandy felt good. 6/17/2013 5:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
McCarthy, Brandon ARI - Diamondbacks RHP Brandon McCarthy throws from 105 feet off flat ground Monday, his next step in rehab. 6/17/2013 5:28 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Putz, J.J. ARI - Diamondbacks closer J.J. Putz said he felt great in bullpen session Monday. His next step will be a rehab stint at TBD site. 6/17/2013 5:25 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Cubs at Cardinals - The Cubs and Cardinals game tonight is officially delayed. 6/17/2013 5:20 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cingrani, Tony CIN - Update: The Reds will keep Tony Cingrani in the bullpen for now. Dusty Baker said "he fills what we need, we need a power arm out of the bullpen and a lefty.' 6/17/2013 5:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Gomez, Jeanmar PIT - Update: Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said P Jeanmar Gomez (forearm) will make another rehab start Tuesday before the team decides what to do with him next.
6/17/2013 5:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Britton, Zach BAL - Zach Britton expected to get call up and start tomorrow. 6/17/2013 4:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Nationals - Matt Torra-P - The Nationals have released Triple-A right-hander Matt Torra. 6/17/2013 4:53 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Swisher, Nick CLE - Update: Nick Swisher had a cortisone shot in his shoulder and is likely out until Friday. 6/17/2013 4:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Wei-Yin Chen-SP - Update: Wei-Yin Chen's next step is a simulated game on Thursday. 6/17/2013 4:44 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Tigers - Jose Alvarez-P - Jose Alvarez will start for the Tigers vs. the Red Sox on Thursday. 6/17/2013 4:43 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Hammel, Jason BAL - Update: Buck Showalter said Jason Hammel is unlikely for tomorrow. 6/17/2013 4:41 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Marmol, Carlos CHC - Cubs manager Dale Sveum says Carlos Marmol back in role he has been, which is 7th, 8th. No more closing when Kevin Gregg is out. 6/17/2013 4:31 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Soria, Joakim TEX - Update: Rehabbing closer Joakim Soria threw 35 to 40 pitches on Monday and felt good. May be ready to start a rehab assignment on Thursday. 6/17/2013 4:28 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Mets - Travis d'Arnaud-C - Travis d'Arnaud was examined on Monday and cleared to begin a running progression program. 6/17/2013 4:25 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Cardinals at Mets - The tarp is on at Citi Field for the Cardinals at Mets game as their is light rain. 6/17/2013 4:22 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Profar, Jurickson TEX - Rangers manager Ron Washington said Jurickson Profar plan is to make him a functional left fielder. Seven to 10 days is a guess on timeline. 6/17/2013 4:20 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Baker, Jeff TEX - Jeff Baker (thumb) isn't available to hit for Rangers Monday. Hope is he can go Wednesday vs. LHP Tommy Milone. 6/17/2013 4:17 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Diamondbacks - Randall Delgado-P - Diamondbacks announce tomorrow's starter will be RHP Randall Delgado. 6/17/2013 3:59 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Utley, Chase PHI - Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr says Chase Utley will probably go in a rehab assignment in the next 24-48 hours. 6/17/2013 3:58 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Harper, Bryce WAS - Bryce Harper (knee) examined today by Nationals team doctor, cleared to resume strengthening activities. 6/17/2013 3:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Salas, Fernando STL - Fernando Salas (shoulder) will head to Memphis this week for rehab stint. 6/17/2013 3:52 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Carpenter, Chris BOS - Chris Carpenter had a long bullpen session yesterday and had some back stiffness. He will throw another session when ready. 6/17/2013 3:51 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Mercer, Jordy PIT - Clint Hurdle said Jordy Mercer will receive the lion's share of work going forward at shortstop. 6/17/2013 3:43 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Napoli, Mike BOS - Red Sox 1B Mike Napoli (illness) feeling much better Monday, likely to play at least one game tomorrow. 6/17/2013 3:41 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
DeJesus, David CHC - MRI confirms right shoulder sprain for David DeJesus. There is no timetable for his return. 6/17/2013 3:38 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Berkman, Lance TEX - Lance Berkman is not in the Rangers starting lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 3:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Turner, Justin NYM - Justin Turner may be heading to the disabled list with an Intercostal strain. 6/17/2013 3:19 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Sanchez, Anibal DET - Tigers placed Anibal Sanchez on 15-day disabled list retro to Sunday with right shoulder strain and recalled OF Avisail Garcia from Toledo. 6/17/2013 3:12 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Avila, Alex DET - Tigers today placed Alex Avila on the 15-day disabled with deep contusion on left forearm and recalled C Bryan Holaday from Toledo. 6/17/2013 3:11 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Soria, Joakim TEX - Rangers Joakim Soria throwing another live batting practice session on Monday. 6/17/2013 3:08 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Swisher, Nick CLE - Indians 1B Nick Swisher (shoulder) is not in starting lineup Monday. 6/17/2013 3:04 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Perez, Chris CLE - Indians closer Chris Perez just said he'll pitch at Double-A Akron tomorrow. He expects to be activated off DL on Friday. 6/17/2013 2:59 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Lannan, John PHI - LHP John Lannan was activated from the 15-day disabled list and will start tonight. 6/17/2013 2:39 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Phillies - Jeremy Horst -P - The Phillies have placed LHP Jeremy Horst on the 15-day disabled list with a left elbow strain, retroactive to 6/16. 6/17/2013 2:37 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Wei-Yin Chen-SP - Wei-Yin Chen threw another successful bullpen session on Monday in Sarasota. Everything's going well according to the Orioles. A simulated game may be next. 6/17/2013 2:25 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Cubs at Cardinals - The Tarp is currently on the field for Monday's game between the Cubs and Cardinals. Rain likely 60-70% throughout game. No word of a delay yet. 6/17/2013 2:23 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rodriguez, Alex NYY - Alex Rodriguez will face live pitchers for the first time since hip surgery on Tuesday. General Manager Brian Cashman said. 6/17/2013 2:22 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Granderson, Curtis NYY - Curtis Granderson is expected to have the pins taken out of his hand June 20th. 6/17/2013 2:19 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Pineda, Michael NYY - Michael Pineda will start on Thursday for Class-A Tampa, GM Brian Cashman said. He will throw about 80 pitches. 6/17/2013 2:18 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
LaRoche, Adam WAS - Adam LaRoche is not in the Nationals lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 2:17 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Span, Denard WAS - Denard Span is not in the Nationals lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 2:15 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Teixeira, Mark NYY - Yankees GM Brian Cashman is leaning towards putting first baseman Mark Teixiera (wrist) on the 15-day disabled list. 6/17/2013 2:08 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
McCann, Brian ATL - Brian McCann is not in the Braves lineup on Monday. 6/17/2013 1:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Roberts, Brian BAL - Brian Roberts (hamstring) is participating in early batting practice here at Comerica Park on Monday. 6/17/2013 1:45 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Marte, Starling PIT - Starling Marte (oblique) has returned to the Pirates starting lineup. 6/17/2013 1:39 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Ramos, Wilson WAS - Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos tweeted he would be back soon.
Ramos has been sidelined with a hamstring issue, and experienced a setback during a recent baserunning drill. Ramos calmed fans Monday with his tweet. Ramos is expected to return in mid July. 6/17/2013 1:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Davis, Ike NYM - Mets first baseman Ike Davis, who was demoted to the minors June 9, did not have an overly productive first week with Triple-A Las Vegas. Davis hit a disappointing .174 (4 for 23) with seven strikeouts in six games.
He managed one double, one RBI, four walks and five runs. Davis, surprisingly, did his best work against left-handed pitchers, batting .333 (3 for 9). Davis hit .157 (8 for 51) against lefties in the majors this season and is a career .209 hitter against lefties. 6/17/2013 1:04 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Papelbon, Jonathan PHI - Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon is drawing trade interest from the Red Sox, Tigers and Cardinals, according to the Boston Globe.
Philles general manger Ruben Amaro Jr. said he's not planning to blow up the team, but admitted Papelbon would bring in some nice pieces to help the team rebuild. Papelbon has a 1.46 ERA in 24 2/3 innings this year. He is owed $26 million through 2015. 6/17/2013 12:59 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Kershaw, Clayton LAD - Clayton Kershaw said Sunday he was upset that news about his contract talks with the Dodgers had leaked out.
“I think the reason we’ve been able to continue discussions for this long is that it’s not been talked about,” Kershaw said. “And now that I’m having to talk about it, it’s a distraction because people are talking about it. I guess you’ll have to talk to the Dodgers as to why it came out now. I don’t love the fact that I have to talk about it.” 6/17/2013 12:49 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Free Agent - Mark Teahen-3B - Free agent outfielder/third baseman Mark Teahen will sign with the York Revolution of the Atlantic League, according to a source familiar with the situation. 6/17/2013 12:24 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rockies - - According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post Roy Oswalt will likely start for the Rockies Thursday in Washington. 6/17/2013 10:37 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Parnell, Bobby NYM - Mets do not expect to move closer Bobby Parnell prior to July 31 trade deadline. According to a person with direct knowledge of the Mets’ thinking, GM Sandy Alderson considers Parnell a valuable piece for next year, rather than an opportunity to capitalize on a contender’s need. 6/17/2013 10:32 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Axford, John MIL - If the Detroit Tigers are going to be in the trade market for a closer, they likely need an alternative to Jonathan Papelbon, the Phillies reliever who may prove too costly in terms of prospects or salary. John Axford is the "Plan B" mentioned after Papelbon by CBSSports.com writer Mike Axisa, who notes that "Axford has some blow-up potential, but when he's on, he's one of the best relievers in the game." 6/17/2013 10:07 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Montero, Miguel ARI - The D-backs would certainly enjoy the continued production of Miguel Montero, who hit .200 in April and .198 in May but has a .300 average in June.
Montero, who has hit at least 15 homers in three of his last four seasons, hit his fourth homer of the season on Saturday. It was his first home run since May 10.
"I feel pretty good at the plate and feel more comfortable," he said. "I'm seeing the ball better. Obviously, you can see I'm hitting the ball better." 6/17/2013 9:53 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Balfour, Grant OAK - Athletics closer Grant Balfour is a perfect 17-for-17 in save situations this year and has converted 35 straight overall. 6/17/2013 9:50 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cuddyer, Michael COL - Michael Cuddyer's hitting streak has reached 14 games, the longest active streak in the National League and the longest by a Rockies player this season. He is batting .383 with five doubles, two homers and nine RBIs during the streak. 6/17/2013 9:47 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Athletics - Dillon Overton-P - Athletics and second round pick, LHP Dillon Overton, have agreed to terms. 6/17/2013 9:44 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Yankees - Ian Clarkin-P - Yankees agreed to terms with first-round draft pick LHP Ian Clarkin. 6/17/2013 9:19 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Utley, Chase PHI - Chase Utley could begin a minor league rehab assignment as soon as Tuesday.
Utley took live batting practice on Friday and Saturday at Coors Field. It was the first time he hit with the rest of his teammates before a game since suffering a right oblique strain in a batting practice swing in Miami on May 21. 6/17/2013 9:06 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Span, Denard WAS - Nationals outfielder Denard Span injured his right foot in Sunday's 2-0 loss to the Indians.
Span fouled a ball off his foot in the sixth inning but remained in the game. He needed a shoehorn to put on his shoe after the game.
"I have to see how it feels in the morning. That's usually when it's been sore or the most painful the following morning when I wake up," Span told MLB.com. 6/17/2013 7:44 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Estrada, Marco MIL - Brewers pitcher Marco Estrada is scheduled to throw an extended bullpen session at Miller Park Monday as he continues to work his way back from a strained left hamstring. He is expected to be examined by the team's head physician, William Raasch soon after before starting a minor-league rehab assignment, MLB.com reports. 6/17/2013 7:37 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Braves - Alex Wood-P - Alex Wood remains the favorite to serve as the starting pitcher in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Mets at Turner Field. 6/17/2013 7:34 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Mujica, Edward STL - Edward Mujica was called on to get the last out of the eighth inning Monday as Trevor Rosenthal struggled. Mujica had his own struggles allowing one run on a solo-shot, but eventually shut the door on the Cubs to earn his 20th save of the season. 6/16/2013 11:27 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Molina, Yadier STL - Yadier Molina went 2-for-4 Monday with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. With the two hits Molina raised his average to .355, which is tops in the National League. 6/16/2013 11:23 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Miller, Shelby STL - Rookie Shelby Miller and the Cardnials had to wait out a rain delay of 1 hour, 59 minutes to start the game. Miller pitched five shutout innings, but left early due to cramping in his right leg. He allowed just two hits and struck out five in the shortest start of his career.
6/16/2013 11:19 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Travis Ishikawa-1B - Orioles are calling up are calling up first baseman Travis Ishikawa Tuesday. He will join the team in Detroit. 6/16/2013 11:01 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Avila, Alex DET - Tigers manager Jim Leyland said catcher Alex Avila is unlikely to play Monday night against the Orioles. 6/16/2013 10:14 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Gomes, Brandon TB - Brandon Gomes (strained right lat) threw his first bullpen session Sunday. Gomes said the session went well. Gomes expects to begin a rehab assignment on June 24th. 6/16/2013 9:10 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Oviedo, Juan Carlos TB - Juan Carlos Oviedo (Tommy John surgery) threw his first bullpen session Sunday. Oviedo said the session went well. 6/16/2013 9:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Jonathan Schoop-SS - Orioles prospect Jonathan Schoop (back) has begun to throw outdoors and jog in a pool. 6/16/2013 9:02 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Free Agent - Jose Contreras-P - The Pirates would like to re-sign the recently released Jose Contreras, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. 6/16/2013 8:51 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Duffy, Danny KC - Danny Duffy (Tommy John surgery) struggled Saturday in a start for Triple-A Omaha. He allowed two runs and four hits with three walks and a wild pitch with five strikeouts. 6/16/2013 8:48 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Williams, Jerome LAA - Jerome Williams, who made a spot start Wednesday against the Orioles, will remain in the Angels' bullpen with Joe Blanton scheduled to return to the rotation. 6/16/2013 8:40 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Ramirez, Aramis MIL - Aramis Ramirez is expected to be the designated hitter for the Brewers' upcoming series against Houston. 6/16/2013 8:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rays - Jake Odorizzi-P - Rays will use Jake Odorizzi in Tuesday DH, then call up Alex Colome to take Alex Cobb's spot in rotation. 6/16/2013 8:31 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Happ, J.A. TOR - J.A. Happ (head/knee) threw a bullpen session last week. It was his first time on a mound since the injury. 6/16/2013 8:28 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Roberts, Ryan TB - The Rays have optioned second baseman Ryan Roberts to Triple-A Durham. 6/16/2013 8:26 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cabrera, Everth SD - Everth Cabrera injured his hamstring trying to steal second base in the eighth inning of Sunday's game. The severity remains unknown. He will travel with the team to San Francisco and undergo tests to reach a formal diagnosis. 6/16/2013 8:10 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Iwakuma, Hisashi SEA - Hisashi Iwakuma lost after allowing four runs on eight hits and three walks with three strikeouts in five innings vs. the A's on Sunday. 6/16/2013 8:06 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Weaver, Jered LAA - Jered Weaver lost after he allowed five runs on seven hits and four walks with six strikeouts in six innings against the Yankees on Sunday. 6/16/2013 7:11 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Greinke, Zack LAD - Zack Greinke took the loss after allowing five runs on eight hits -- including a home run -- and two walks with three strikeouts in five innings against the Pirates on Sunday. 6/16/2013 7:10 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cole, Gerrit PIT - Gerrit Cole earned the win after allowing three runs on seven hits and no walks with one strikeout in 5 2/3 innings against the Dodgers on Sunday. 6/16/2013 7:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Fowler, Dexter COL - Dexter Fowler returned to the lineup Sunday after sitting out Saturday. Fowler had not started since being hit on the right hand by a pitch Thursday. 6/16/2013 6:40 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Ruiz, Carlos PHI - Carlos Ruiz (right hamstring strain) went 0 for 2 in his first rehab start with Triple-A Lehigh on Saturday. 6/16/2013 6:39 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Chavez, Eric ARI - Eric Chavez (strained oblique) is a few weeks away from returning. 6/16/2013 6:34 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Hill, Aaron ARI - Aaron Hill (broken left hand) went 1-for-4 with an RBI Saturday in a rehab assignment for Triple-A Reno. 6/16/2013 6:33 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Gyorko, Jedd SD - Jedd Gyorko (groin strain) will travel with the team to San Francisco on Monday and according to Black will do some hitting on the field and take ground balls. Black is hopeful he'll resume normal baseball activities by the end of the week. 6/16/2013 6:31 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Quentin, Carlos SD - Carlos Quentin remained out of the starting lineup with an ailing left shoulder. Manager Bud Black said that team orthopedic surgeon Heinz Hoenecke would evaluate Quentin during the game. 6/16/2013 6:26 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Brothers, Rex COL - Rex Brothers recorded his 3rd save on Sunday, he only needed to get one in the ninth inning. 6/16/2013 6:17 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Willingham, Josh MIN - Josh Willingham was out of the lineup after receiving a cortisone shot in his balky left knee after Saturday's game. He expects to return to the lineup on Tuesday. 6/16/2013 6:05 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Marte, Starling PIT - Starling Marte did not start for the fourth straight day because of a strained left oblique muscle but entered the game in the sixth inning as part of a double switch. 6/16/2013 6:03 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Wise, Dewayne CHW - Dewayne Wise (strained right hamstring) went 1 for 3 with a triple in a rehabilitation game with Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday. 6/16/2013 6:00 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Maxwell, Justin HOU - Justin Maxwell went 1 for 3 in a rehabilitation game with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Saturday. Manager Bo Porter said he doesn't have a timetable for his return. 6/16/2013 5:58 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Astros - Jose Veras-P - Jose Veras recorded his 14th save on Sunday but was tagged for two runs before closing out the game. 6/16/2013 5:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Street, Huston SD - Huston Street recored his 13th save on Sunday throwing a scoreless inning. 6/16/2013 5:44 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Grilli, Jason PIT - Jason Grilli recorded his league leading 25th save on Sunday, he struck out two in a scoreless inning. 6/16/2013 5:43 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rivera, Mariano NYY - Mariano Rivera recorded his 24th save Sunday, but gave up a run on three hits and a walk. He struckout Albert Pujols to end the game with the bases loaded. 6/16/2013 5:40 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Pagan, Angel SF - Angel Pagan revealed he had a protein-rich plasma shot to help his hamstring heal a few days ago. Pagan said he's excited where he is now, but still feels pain when he cuts around bases. He expects rehab assignment in minors. 6/16/2013 5:16 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Napoli, Mike BOS - Mike Napoli was still being evaluated in Boston on Sunday to find the cause of what the team is calling his "general illness." John Farrell did report that Napoli felt better on Sunday and that the Sox are hopeful he would be available Tuesday. 6/16/2013 5:09 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Carp, Mike BOS - Mike Carp departed Sunday's loss to the Orioles with tightness in his right hamstring. Carp and the Red Sox are hopeful that it's nothing more than a cramp.
Carp felt the injury on his one-out double in the seventh. He moved to third on Jarrod Saltalamacchia's single, then was replaced by pinch-runner Shane Victorino.
"It wasn't a pull; it was more of a cramping sensation, probably because of the heat the last couple of days," manager John Farrell said, adding that Carp did fine in strength testing postgame. 6/16/2013 5:07 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Avila, Alex DET - Alex Avila left Sunday's game with a left forearm injury. 6/16/2013 4:51 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Myers, Wil TB - The Rays will call up top prospect Wil Myers to join them in the series against the Red Sox. 6/16/2013 4:49 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Beachy, Brandon ATL - Still no decision has been made on who will start in Brandon Beachy’s place for Tuesday's double header vs the Mets. Paul Maholm will start the second game. 6/16/2013 4:13 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Hammel, Jason BAL - Jason Hammel start has been pushed back but hes still uncertain for Tuesday after just coming back from a stomach virus. 6/16/2013 4:05 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Arrieta, Jake BAL - Buck Showalter says Jake Arrieta will likely make Monday's start in Detroit. 6/16/2013 4:03 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Carp, Mike BOS - Updated: Mike Carp and Mike Napoli both could be available on Tuesday Red Sox manager John Farrell said. 6/16/2013 3:55 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Morrison, Logan MIA - Marlins manager Mike Redmond said Logan Morrison is likely to play in Arizona, possibly Monday, depending how he feels after the team flight. 6/16/2013 3:30 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Carp, Mike BOS - Mike Carp left Sunday's game in the seventh inning with an apparent leg injury. 6/16/2013 3:13 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Uribe, Juan LAD - Juan Uribe was a late scratch from the Dodgers starting lineup with tightness in his back. 6/16/2013 3:01 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
McCarthy, Brandon ARI - Diamondbacks RHP Branodon McCarthy (shoulder) is expected to throw on flat ground Monday at Chase Field. Manager Kirk Gibson: "His shoulder feels good." 6/16/2013 2:48 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Angels - Mike Ekstrom-P - Reliever Mike Ekstrom, who was released by the Athletics Saturday, has signed with the Angels, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He's reported to Triple-A Salt Lake. 6/16/2013 2:46 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Zambrano, Carlos MIA - General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said Sunday that Carlos Zambrano was not ready to pitch in the majors yet.
“Not based on what I saw his last outing, not in my mind,” Amaro said. “I’d like to see him pitch again [in the minors]. We’ll keep a close eye on his starts and how effective he is. But he’s not ready yet in my mind.” 6/16/2013 2:17 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cobb, Alex TB - Updated: Rays PR announced Alex Cobb has been released from the hospital and is heading home. 6/16/2013 2:15 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Hunter, Torii DET - Tigers outfielder Torii Hunter hit his 300th career home run Sunday against the Twins, one of his former teams.
6/16/2013 2:12 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Strasburg, Stephen WAS - Stephen Strasburg is done Sunday after five innings, one run on one hit, four walks and four strikeouts on 82 pitches. 6/16/2013 1:50 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Orioles - Wei-Yin Chen-SP - Wei-Yin Chen will throw 2nd bullpen session from a full mound on Monday. He only threw fastballs and changeups in 1st full mound session Saturday. 6/16/2013 1:49 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rendon, Anthony WAS - Nationals infielder and top prospect Anthony Rendon said he getting more comfortable at second base and is learning the nuances of the position from hitting coach Rick Eckstein, one of two infield coaches (third-base coach Trent Jewett is the other) on the team.
Rendon was drafted as a third baseman and didn't start playing second base on a regular basis until this year, when he was promoted to Triple-A Syracuse a few weeks ago. 6/16/2013 1:47 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Cespedes, Yoenis OAK - Yoenis Cespedes will return to playing outfield Monday in Texas. 6/16/2013 1:40 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Flowers, Tyler CHW - The White Sox say Tyler Flowers is still their guy despite some of the catcher’s struggles in his first full season as the starter.
White Sox manager Robin Ventura backed the backstop again on Sunday morning and said he likes the way Flowers has approached his at-bats of late. Flowers struck out with a man on second and one out in the ninth inning on Saturday but Ventura said his catcher’s at-bats have been more consistent of late. 6/16/2013 1:38 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Moreland, Mitch TEX - The Rangers announced Mitch Moreland will begin his rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco Monday vs. Midland. The assignment is expected to be three games.
Moreland ran the bases, but he had a light day before the Rangers’ game Sunday. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list on June 6 with a right hamstring strain. 6/16/2013 1:13 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Blanton, Joe LAA - Angels announce RHP Joe Blanton will start Tuesday vs Mariners. 6/16/2013 12:51 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Perez, Chris CLE - Chris Perez threw one inning of relief allowing no runs, two hits, and struck out one in his rehab appearance Sunday with Class A Lake County Captains. 6/16/2013 12:50 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rockies - Chris Volstad-P - Rockies option reliever Chris Volstad to Triple-A select contract of Logan Kensington will add him to 40 man. 6/16/2013 12:49 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Quentin, Carlos SD - Carlos Quentin (shoulder) is not in the Padres starting lineup on Sunday. 6/16/2013 12:48 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Puig, Yasiel LAD - Manager Don Mattingly said he expects Yasiel Puig to remain in the major leagues for the remainder of the season.
Even when Matt Kemp and Carl Crawford return from the disabled list, Mattingly thinks there will continue to be enough at-bats for both Puig and Andre Ethier.
“I think there’s enough playing time for everybody in the outfield,” Mattingly said. 6/16/2013 12:43 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Teixeira, Mark NYY - The MRI on Mark Teixeira's wrist showed inflammation, manager Joe Girardi said. He received a cortisone shot and will be re-evaluated in a few days. 6/16/2013 12:39 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
MLB Weather-NL - Dodgers at Pirates - Sunday's game between the Dodgers and Pirates will officially start in a rain delay. No start time announced. 6/16/2013 12:36 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Price, David TB - David Price played catch Sunday and will again on Monday. Rays say Price's bullpen session will be Tuesday, not Wednesday. 6/16/2013 12:26 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Baker, Jeff TEX - Jeff Baker had a cortisone injection Saturday in his thumb. Manager Ron Washington says no DL planned for Baker. 6/16/2013 12:23 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Harrison, Matt TEX - Matt Harrison starts playing catch on Monday and hopes to be back in games by the middle of August. 6/16/2013 12:21 PM CDT rotoinfo.com link |
Rodriguez, Wandy PIT - Wandy Rodriguez will throw another side session and then the the Pirates will decide if he's ready to start rehab assignment. 6/16/2013 11:53 AM CDT rotoinfo.com link |