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| Byrd quiets Angels | Monday 7/21, 11:59 PM CT |
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Paul Byrd held the Angels to one run over 5.1 innings on Monday and improved to 4-10. The veteran right-hander scattered nine hits, walked two, and struck out five.
Our View: Byrd was awful in his six starts leading into the All-Star break, and this one good showing doesn't really get him back on our good side. |
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| Holliday collects three hits again | Monday 7/21, 11:57 PM CT |
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Matt Holliday went 3-for-3 with a double, homer, two runs, and three RBI before taking a seat on Monday night.
Our View: It was Holliday's second straight game with three hits and a homer. He probably would have had more, but the Rockies benched him when the Dodgers jumped to a huge lead. |
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| Bay reaches 20 homers | Monday 7/21, 11:05 PM CT |
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Jason Bay went 4-for-5 with a homer, one run, and two RBI on Monday. He is up to 20 long balls on the season.
Our View: Bay hit only 21 homers in all of 2007, and he continues to have a bounce back campaign. His May still stands out as by far his most productive month, but he's worth using in all fantasy formats. |
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| Sheffield goes long | Monday 7/21, 11:03 PM CT |
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Gary Sheffield went 1-for-5 on Monday, but that one hit was a three-run homer.
Our View: Sheff has two long balls in five games since the All-Star break, which is a good sign. He remains a major injury risk, but he should be useful while healthy. |
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| Joyce stays hot | Monday 7/21, 10:53 PM CT |
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Matt Joyce can't be stopped. The outfielder went 4-for-6 with a homer, triple, three runs, and five RBI in Monday's romp over the Royals. Joyce is hitting .426 with five homers and 13 RBI over his last 13 games.
Our View: The Tigers don't have an everyday spot for this rookie, but Jim Leyland is being forced to find him more time. We're not confident he can keep this up, but fantasy owners my try to ride the hot streak. |
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| Gobble thrashed by Tigers | Monday 7/21, 10:49 PM CT |
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Jimmy Gobble posted one of the ugliest lines of the season on Monday. He served up seven hits and 10 runs over one inning of work against the Tigers. Gobble walked four batters and threw 45 pitches.
Our View: Gobble has been awful since the middle of May, but he took it to another level on Monday night. Would you believe that his last 17 appearances have all come in Royals' losses? Maybe that's not a coincidence. |
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| Cabrera collects five hits, six RBI | Monday 7/21, 10:46 PM CT |
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Miguel Cabrera led the Tigers to a 19-4 win over the Royals on Monday night. The first baseman went 5-for-6 with two doubles, three singles, two runs, and six RBI. Cabrera has driven in 19 runs over 16 games in July.
Our View: Miggy's numbers have generally been down from their usual levels this season, but it's not too late for him to make a run. It's certainly nice to see this five-hit, six-RBI line. |
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| Wolfe sent down | Monday 7/21, 10:30 PM CT |
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The Blue Jays optioned Brian Wolfe to Triple-A on Monday night in order to clear a roster spot for Shaun Marcum, the AP reports. Marcum will start on Tuesday.
Our View: Wolfe owns a 2.98 ERA and 1.04 WHIP over 55 career appearances for the Blue Jays, but apparently that's not good enough for the club. |
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| Hank hammers a homer | Monday 7/21, 10:16 PM CT |
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Hank Blalock socked a two-run homer in Monday's win over the White Sox. It was the corner infielder's first shot since April 18.
Our View: Injuries have been the story of Blalock's season, but he can still hit a little when healthy and is worth using in (at the least) AL-only fantasy formats. |
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| Quentin hits solo shot | Monday 7/21, 10:13 PM CT |
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Carlos Quentin went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Monday's loss to the Rangers. He accounted for the team's only run.
Our View: Quentin has heated up again after an early-July swoon. He remains a must-start in all fantasy formats. |
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| Hamilton up to 98 RBI | Monday 7/21, 10:11 PM CT |
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Yawn. Another day, another Josh Hamilton homer. The Rangers outfielder socked a three-run shot off White Sox starter Javier Vazquez on Monday. Hamilton is up to 22 homers and 98 RBI.
Our View: Hamilton caused a panic by going three straight games without an RBI. He cured that with one swing. |
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| Bruney working his way back | Monday 7/21, 10:08 PM CT |
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Brian Bruney will work in back-to-back games for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this week, the AP notes. The reliever is on the DL due to a torn ligament in his right foot.
Our View: This should be a huge step for the setup man. Bruney has the stuff to be a pretty good seventh-inning arm, although he often battles control issues. |
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| Cano stays hot | Monday 7/21, 9:52 PM CT |
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Robinson Cano went 2-for-5 with a homer and two RBI in Monday's win over the Twins.
Our View: It must be the second half of the season because Cano is on fire. Cano is a cool 10-for-19 since the All-Star break. |
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| A-Rod socks homer | Monday 7/21, 9:48 PM CT |
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Alex Rodriguez hit a three-run homer in the first inning on Monday and finished the night 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.
Our View: We still think he should have participated in the Home Run Derby, but Yankees fans will probably take this effort instead. |
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| Blackburn ripped by Yankees | Monday 7/21, 9:46 PM CT |
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The Yankees pounded Nick Blackburn early on Monday, and the hurler lasted only 1.2 innings. Blackburn allowed seven hits and six runs (three earned). His record slipped to 7-6.
Our View: Blackburn had pitched pretty well before this outing, and it's tough to rip a rookie when he gets pounded in Yankee Stadium. We still like him in all fantasy formats. |
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| Ponson improves to 6-1 | Monday 7/21, 9:43 PM CT |
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Sidney Ponson improved to 6-1 after a so-so outing against the Twins on Monday. He scattered nine hits and allowed three runs over 5.2 innings.
Our View: Ponson continues to walk too many people and give up too many hits, but the Yankees always offer a shot to win. |
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| Ortiz goes 2-for-3 | Monday 7/21, 9:22 PM CT |
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David Ortiz went 2-for-3 with a walk, an RBI, and a run for Double-A Portland on Monday. He is on the DL due to a torn tendon sheath in his left wrist. The Red Sox plan to activate him on Friday.
Our View: Ortiz failed to homer for the first time in four games. Maybe he forgot his Vitamin Water. |
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| Longoria stars again | Monday 7/21, 9:10 PM CT |
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Evan Longoria went 2-for-5 with a homer and two RBI in Monday's win over the A's. He is up to 19 homers and 60 RBI over 88 games.
Our View: We hear good things about this rookie. Longoria continues to strike out too much, but he also continues to show us why he was such a prized prospect. |
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| Kazmir dominates A's | Monday 7/21, 9:06 PM CT |
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Scott Kazmir tossed seven shutout innings against the A's on Monday and improved to 8-5. The southpaw allowed two hits, walked four, and struck out nine.
Our View: Kazmir had a bumpy patch before the All-Star break, but he has obviously come out firing. He remains a fantasy ace. |
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| Hernandez goes deep | Monday 7/21, 9:04 PM CT |
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Ramon Hernandez went 2-for-4 with a double, homer, two runs, and two RBI against the Jays on Monday. He is 6-for-14 with two homers and six RBI in four games since the All-Star break.
Our View: Hernandez was a disappointment over the first half of the year. It's too soon to get excited about only four games, but his mini-surge is nice to see. |
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| Litsch slapped | Monday 7/21, 9:02 PM CT |
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The hard times continued for Jesse Litsch on Monday. The right-hander allowed seven hits and six runs over 4.2 innings against the Orioles and fell to 8-7 with a 4.46 ERA.
Our View: Litsch has produced just one solid start over his last nine outings. Fantasy owners should bench him if they can afford to. |
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| Jones leads win over Jays | Monday 7/21, 9:00 PM CT |
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Adam Jones went 2-for-4 with a homer, single, two runs, and two RBI on Monday against the Jays. He is hitting .333 with two homers and 14 RBI over 16 games this month.
Our View: Fantasy owners, especially in keeper leagues, have to like the progression Jones is showing. He turns 23 on August 1, and he has a high ceiling. |
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| Teixeira goes 2-for-4 | Monday 7/21, 8:55 PM CT |
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Mark Teixeira is helping this trade value. The first baseman went 2-for-4 with a double, one run, and one RBI on Monday. He is 7-for-13 in the four games since the All-Star break.
Our View: Teixeira's potential landing spots could be the talk of baseball over the coming 10 days. He will be a fantasy stud no matter where he ends up. |
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| Barlett nearly ready | Monday 7/21, 8:11 PM CT |
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Jason Bartlett worked out on Monday and tells MLB.com that his sore right knee is "close to 100 percent." He ran bases and took grounders on Monday. "I'll be ready to go come Thursday," Bartlett declares.
Our View: The Rays haven't committed to a return date, but it sounds like Barlett will, at worst, be back by the end of the weekend. |
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| Parrish to stick in rotation | Monday 7/21, 7:47 PM CT |
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The Blue Jays will stick with John Parrish in their rotation, for now. He allowed four hits and four runs over three innings in his July 20 outing, and he is scheduled to start on Friday. "We'll evaluate from there," general manager J.P. Ricciardi tells MLB.com. "The last one he struggled -- he'll be the first one to tell you that -- and the bullpen kind of saved us. In two out of three, he's given us a chance to win the game, so I think he's deserving of another start."
Our View: The Blue Jays want to eventually open up a spot for David Purcey, and Parrish is the one who could get booted. Of course, the Jays may also have an opening if they deal A.J. Burnett. |
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| Walker suspended 50 games | Monday 7/21, 7:39 PM CT |
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Major League Baseball has suspended minor league pitcher Mathew Walker for 50 games after he tested positive for an amphetamine, the AP reports. Walker, 21, is 4-7 with a 4.86 ERA for High-A Vero Beach.
Our View: Walker is not a high-end prospect, and this news shouldn't even affect keeper leagues. |
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| Sweeney swinging | Monday 7/21, 7:05 PM CT |
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Mike Sweeney took batting practice on Monday, but he has yet to start a running program, the AP reports. The DH is on the 60-day DL due to surgery to both knees on June 11. He is eligible to return on July 28.
Our View: We'll update Sweeney's status when more is known. The A's could have a glut of DHs by the end of July. Sweeney won't likely have much fantasy value. |
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| Chavez on the mend | Monday 7/21, 7:00 PM CT |
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Eric Chavez will resume baseball activities when the A's return to Oakland on Friday, the AP reports. The third baseman is on the DL due to right shoulder inflammation.
Our View: The report did not guess at when Chavez would hurt himself again, but our bet is on Sunday. Injuries have held him to 23 games and 89 at-bats this season, and we don't have high hopes for Eric when (or if) he gets healthy. |
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| Teagarden optioned | Monday 7/21, 6:57 PM CT |
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The Rangers optioned catcher Taylor Teagarden to Triple-A on Monday, the AP reports.
Our View: Teagarden was sent down a few days early so that he could be eligible for the Olympic team. He is a decent prospect, but the Rangers are stacked with catcher talent and he may need to switch locations to truly break into the majors down the road. |
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| Feldman to start on Monday | Monday 7/21, 6:53 PM CT |
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The Rangers called up Scott Feldman to start on Monday against the White Sox, the AP reports.
Our View: Feldman will likely stick around for only one start, and we don't recommend picking him up. |
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| Thomas to run on Friday | Monday 7/21, 6:50 PM CT |
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Frank Thomas has been cleared to start a running problem on Friday, the AP reports. The DH has been taking batting practice as he works his way back from right quad tendinitis. Thomas hasn't played since May 27.
Our View: The A's don't have a set date for the Big Hurt's return, but it sounds like he's getting closer. We'll continue to follow and update his status. |
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| Hurley has arm soreness | Monday 7/21, 6:47 PM CT |
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Updating a previous report, Eric Hurley was not called up on Monday because he is dealing with right arm soreness. Hurley is expected to make his next outing, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports. He is on the DL due to a sore left hamstring.
Our View: The report makes the soreness sound quite minor, and Hurley's next turn is scheduled for Sunday against the A's. |
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| Buehrle moved up to Tuesday | Monday 7/21, 6:45 PM CT |
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Mark Buehrle has had his next start moved from Wednesday up to Tuesday due to a death in his family, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Our View: The veteran southpaw will still be facing the Rangers, so this news doesn't affect fantasy teams much outside of daily transaction leagues. |
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| Cashman not counting on Matsui | Monday 7/21, 6:10 PM CT |
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Yankees general manager Brian Cashman doesn't sound positive about Hideki Matsui returning from an injured left knee. The outfielder opted against surgery on Monday. "I wouldn’t say I’m optimistic at this point," Cashman tells Newsday. "I think it speaks a lot to his heart. The doctors looked at him and recommended surgery. He wants to give this another try."
Our View: We don't know exactly what's wrong with Matsui's knee, but we have to assume the recommended surgery isn't minor. Fantasy owners shouldn't plan on Hideki helping them again this year. |
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| Sisco moved to 60-day DL | Monday 7/21, 5:55 PM CT |
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The White Sox have transferred Andrew Sisco from the 15-day to the 60-day DL, MLB.com confirms. The left-handed reliever is out for the season due to Tommy John surgery in early April.
Our View: This news has no bearing on his rehab or in fantasy leagues. Move along. |
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| Wells returns | Monday 7/21, 5:53 PM CT |
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The Rockies activated Kip Wells from the 60-day DL on Monday, MLB.com reports. Wells had been out since April 28 due to a blood clot in his right hand.
Our View: Wells will jump into the rotation, but we don't have very high hopes for the veteran. Fantasy owners should steer clear. |
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| Conrad called up | Monday 7/21, 5:41 PM CT |
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The A's called up infielder Brooks Conrad on Monday, the Oakland Tribune reports. The 28-year-old rookie was hitting .242 with 21 homers, 67 RBI, and 71 runs over 93 games at Triple-Sacramento. Conrad will start at third base on Monday night.
Our View: Conrad has hit a little better since a rough June (.194), and he obviously brings a little pop to the table. He also strikes out a lot, and we don't envision him helping fantasy teams. |
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| Murphy designated for assignment | Monday 7/21, 5:38 PM CT |
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The A's designated infielder Donnie Murphy for assignment on Monday, the Oakland Tribune confirms.
Our View: This news shouldn't affect any fantasy teams. If you were carrying a utility infielder hitting .188, your fantasy squad has big problems. |
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| Cuddyer waiting on scan results | Monday 7/21, 5:31 PM CT |
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Hand specialist Dr. Tom Varecka will read the results of Michael Cuddyer's CT scan on Tuesday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. Cuddyer has been out since June 27 due to a strained tendon in his left index finger, and his recovery hasn't gone as well as hoped.
Our View: Cuddyer hasn't been able to swing, and it doesn't matter much that Dr. Varecka can't get to the results until Tuesday. We'll let you know when we have more info. Denard Span will continue to start in right field while Cuddyer is out. |
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| Everett receives cortisone shot | Monday 7/21, 5:22 PM CT |
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Adam Everett recently had another cortisone shot in his sore right shoulder, manager Ron Gardenhire informs the Minneapolis Star Tribune. The shortstop has played in four minor league rehab games.
Our View: Everett isn't much of a hitter, but the Twins would love to have his glove at short. It doesn't sound like he'll be back very soon. |
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| Tolbert has setback | Monday 7/21, 5:12 PM CT |
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Infielder Matt Tolbert has experienced some swelling in his left hand during rehab and has had his timetable set back to mid-August, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. He has been out since mid-May due to a torn ligament in his left thumb.
Our View: Tolbert was doing an okay job for the Twins before his injury. His future is likely as a utility infielder with no fantasy value. |
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| Jones back in the lineup | Monday 7/21, 5:07 PM CT |
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Adam Jones will start and hit second against the Blue Jays on Monday. He reported no issues with his sore right ankle. "It doesn't bother me one bit," Jones informs the Baltimore Sun.
Our View: Jones is hitting .323 since the start of June and hopefully the ankle won't affect his bat. We're beginning to see that potential shine through. |
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| Damon activated, starting at DH | Monday 7/21, 4:49 PM CT |
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The Yankees activated Johnny Damon from the 15-day DL on Monday, the AP reports. He will start at DH against the Twins. Damon has been out since injuring his left shoulder on July 4.
Our View: We would expect to see Damon spending a lot of time at DH in the near future. Hopefully his bat didn't cool off during the DL time. Damon is hitting .368 since the start of June. |
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| Posada placed on DL | Monday 7/21, 4:45 PM CT |
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The Yankees placed catcher Jorge Posada on the DL on Monday due to a sore right shoulder, the AP reports.
Our View: If you've been reading the news lately, this update comes as no surprise. We may know as soon as Tuesday if Posada will need season-ending surgery. |
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| Matsui opts against surgery | Monday 7/21, 4:44 PM CT |
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Hideki Matsui had his left knee examined again on Monday, and he has opted against surgery, ESPN.com reports.
Our View: We can only assume that the suggested operation would have been season-ending. The Yanks don't have a secure timetable for Matsui's return, and this report adds doubt to how effect he will be when and if he does get back to the field. |
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| Posada could face surgery | Monday 7/21, 4:41 PM CT |
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Jorge Posada will undergo an MRI on his right shoulder on Tuesday, and he could be headed to season-ending surgery, ESPN.com reports. The backstop has been dealing with rotator cuff tendinitis and missed more than a month earlier this season.
Our View: Posada turns 37 this August, and we'd have to wonder if surgery would mean the end of his career behind the plate. But we'll wait and see if he actually undergoes an operation before discussing such things. |
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| Hurley won't come off DL | Monday 7/21, 3:52 PM CT |
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Eric Hurley won't come off the DL and return to the Rangers' rotation Monday as previously planned, according to the Dallas Morning News. He is trying to bounce back from a strained left hamstring.
Our View: Scott Feldman will start Monday instead. We will keep you posted when more is known regarding Hurley's status. |
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| Scott named AL Player of Week | Monday 7/21, 3:29 PM CT |
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Luke Scott has been named the AL Player of the Week, according to the AP. Scott earned the honor by batting .538 (7-for-13) with three homers and six RBI over four games.
Our View: It marks his first career weekly award. He raised his season average to .267, and is currently riding a three-game RBI streak, with six racked up over the span. As previously stated, he could be headed for a strong second half. |
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| Posada likely headed for DL | Monday 7/21, 3:21 PM CT |
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The NY Post indicates that Jorge Posada is likely headed back to the DL due to a recurring right shoulder problem.
Our View: It appears that Posada will be out at least the next couple of weeks, and potentially the rest of the season if surgery is required.
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| Rios lacking power | Monday 7/21, 2:50 PM CT |
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MLB.com discusses the Home Run Derby Theory as it applies to Alex Rios' power outage. Since he placed second in the contest in 2007, he's hit just 12 home runs, and only five this season.
Our View: What about last year's Mitchell Report? Just a theory. As for the Home Run Derby Theory, we find it hard to believe that a player who focuses on hitting home runs for one night will suddenly be zapped of their home run hitting ability. This year's champion, Justin Morneau, went yard in his second game after the break. |
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| Price is among the best | Monday 7/21, 2:02 PM CT |
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David Price is 8-0, with a 1.92 ERA between A-ball and Double-A. He has an impressive 62/17 K/BB ratio in 66 innings.
Our View: Price is one of the best pitching prospects in baseball and could see Triple-A before the end of the season. |
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| Ellsbury could be dropped in lineup | Monday 7/21, 2:00 PM CT |
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The Boston Globe reports that the slumping Jacoby Ellsbury could be dropped from the leadoff spot once David Ortiz returns to the Red Sox lineup.
Our View: Ellsbury has been a nightmare in his last 26 games. He has struck out more than once per six at-bats, drawn only four walks, stolen one base and been caught stealing three times. His OBP is a meager .234. He has just one home run over his last 48 games. |
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| Russell sent down | Monday 7/21, 1:43 PM CT |
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Adam Russell has been sent down to Triple-A Charlotte, according to the AP. The team demoted him to free up a roster spot for Clayton Richard.
Our View: Russell held a 3-0 record as a reliever, but could not keep a job with the Sox as he allowed six earned runs and 13 hits over 9.2 innings. |
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| Richard called up | Monday 7/21, 1:39 PM CT |
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Clayton Richard has been called up from Triple-A Charlotte, according to the AP. He fills the roster spot for Adam Russell, who was optioned to Charlotte on Sunday.
Our View: Richard was the starting pitcher for the United States in the All-Star Futures Game, and he won all six of his starts at Charlotte, while maintaining a 2.37 ERA. |
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| Aviles extends streak | Monday 7/21, 1:31 PM CT |
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Mike Aviles quietly extended his hitting streak to 10 games on Sunday against the White Sox, according to the KC Star. Manager Trey Hillman said, "He’s showing the ability to make the adjustments that they’re trying to make to him. When he’s had bad at-bats and poor plate appearances because of swinging out of the strike zone, or not being balanced on his swings in the strike zone, he’s had the ability to fix that quicker, within the same game, even."
Our View: He extented the streak to 10 by going 3-for-5. He has a firm grasp on the starting job at shortstop, and Tony Pena will remain stuck on the bench. Scoop Aviles up in AL-only leagues if still dangling on the waiver wire. |
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| Miner to start | Monday 7/21, 12:59 PM CT |
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Zach Miner will start Monday against the Royals, but the team still thinks his future rests in the bullpen, according to the Detroit News. Manager Jim Leyland likes him for the sixth or seventh inning as a reliever, and his status could depend on tonight's outing in the rotation. Leyland said, "He has two good pitches, and a third one that's OK. If the third one (his change-up) gets better, he can be a starter. But I thought he could be a good reliever for us, and I still think he could be. I like having a guy in the bullpen with a good sinker. But we'll see how he does as a starter."
Our View: Miner is worth acquiring in larger mixed-leagues following his promotion to the rotation, but may not hold much value down the stretch, as he could land back in the bullpen. |
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| Kazmir set for Monday | Monday 7/21, 12:24 PM CT |
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Scott Kazmir is set to take the hill on Monday after a few extra days of rest following his outing in the All-Star Game, according to the Tampa Tribune. He doesn't feel like his routine has been knocked off balance and he said, "It doesn't feel like I'm rusty or anything like that, because I've been throwing pretty much every day."
Our View: The extra time off should also help him clear his head, as he is 0-2 in his last two starts. He should be penciled into your lineups tonight. |
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| Percival feeling good | Monday 7/21, 12:17 PM CT |
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Troy Percival is confident his leg will be able to hold up over the duration of the second half of the season, and his arm feels as good as it has in a long time, according to the Tampa Tribune.
Our View: He pitched well in his first game back from the DL on Sunday, as he allowed one hit and no walks over an inning of work against Toronto, with one strikeout. He is safe to return to your lineups. |
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| Carmona close to return | Monday 7/21, 11:50 AM CT |
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Fausto Carmona is expected to return to the Indians' rotation this weekend following his bout with a strained hip, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Our View: Carmona will throw one more pen session as a final tuneup before his return. Jeremy Sowers will stay in the rotation, and Matt Ginter would be the likely candidate to be dropped. |
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| Putz will have to work to regain role | Monday 7/21, 9:31 AM CT |
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J.J. Putz is back in action with the Mariners, but will have to work to regain his closer's role, according to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. His arm feels good and he is able to throw all of his pitches without any issues, but manager Jim Riggleman wants Putz to show he's back at the top of his game before he unseats Brandon Morrow as the closer.
Our View: Riggleman also hinted that he may use co-closers at some point and does not care who nails down the save, as long as it is a Mariner. Putz's fantasy value looks to be low for a while, but should still be stashed away for late in the season. |
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| Punto could possibly play Monday | Monday 7/21, 9:17 AM CT |
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Nick Punto played catch and hit balls off a tee on Sunday while testing the sore knuckle on his left ring finger, according to the Star Tribune. Manager Ron Gardenhire noted that he made enough progress to possibly play Monday.
Our View: It appears that he has avoided the DL, which is good news to the club as he is hitting .324 with 18 RBI and 13 runs scored over 36 games of action. |
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| Cuddyer scheduled for CT scan | Monday 7/21, 9:10 AM CT |
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Michael Cuddyer is scheduled for a CT scan Monday on his left hand, according to the Star Tribune.
Our View: A strained tendon has been diagnosed in his left index finger, but the pain is in his left palm. He can grip a bat but can't swing. The team remains uncertain when he may be able to return to action, and Denard Span will continue to cover his spot in the outfield. |
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| Angels yet to decide on Matthews | Monday 7/21, 8:49 AM CT |
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The Angels are yet to decide whether or not to place Gary Matthews Jr. on the DL after suffering a slight tear in his left knee, according to the LA Times. Manager Mike Sciosca said, "We're going to talk to Dr. Lewis Yocum. We're going to put our heads together and evaluate what Gary can do. Right now, he feels he can contribute at the plate. There's a role for him to play. If his leg allows him, there's a big role."
Our View: If Matthews plays through the injury, he isn't expected to make an impact. He currently holds a .235 average with only seven homers and 34 RBI over 311 at-bats. |
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| Ortiz to play with Sea Dogs tonight | Monday 7/21, 8:23 AM CT |
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David Ortiz took a day off from his rehab assignment on Sunday, and is expected to resume play tonight with the Double-A Sea Dogs, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View: He has impressively homered in each of his first three rehab outings, and remains on pace to rejoin the Red Sox for their series against the rival Yankees, that begins Friday at Fenway Park. Ortiz will be penciled back into the third spot in Boston's lineup, which could drop JD Drew to seventh. |
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| Denorfia activated, and optioned | Monday 7/21, 7:18 AM CT |
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Chris Denorfia has been activated from the DL following his recovery from a back ailment, and the team optioned him to Triple-A, according to the SF Chronicle.
Our View: Denorfia only held fantasy value in the deepest of leagues, as he batted .260 with six RBI and eight runs scored over 50 at-bats. |
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| Devine throws side session | Monday 7/21, 7:14 AM CT |
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Joey Devine, who is recovering from right elbow inflammation, threw 35 pitches in a side session on Sunday that involved hitters standing at the plate but not swinging, according to the SF Chronicle.
Our View: Devine will throw a simulated game at Tampa Bay on Tuesday and then go on a rehab assignment. |
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| Bankston update | Monday 7/21, 7:10 AM CT |
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Wes Bankston stated he was fine to pinch-hit Sunday, but the club held him out due to fears of dehydration, according to the SF Chronicle. He was previously experiencing cramping and said, "I gripped the bat and my hands locked up. Not fun. But I never felt like I was going to pass out or anything."
Our View: He required intravenous fluids at the stadium and was given fluids again Sunday. He should be fine and fantasy owners should not be concerned about Bankston, who is hitting .308 over 10 games.
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