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| Scott goes 3-for-3 | Tuesday 8/5, 11:40 PM CT |
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Luke Scott went 3-for-3 with a solo homer against the Angels on Tuesday night. The outfielder is hitting .283 with five home runs in 19 games since the All-Star break.
Our View: Scott has performed roughly as expected this season. He is a very streaky hitter with good pop. Scott is tough to stomach in weekly head-to-head formats, but he's more palatable if you can let the ups and downs even out a bit. |
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| Waters blanks the Angels | Tuesday 8/5, 11:36 PM CT |
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Chris Waters had a memorable major league debut. The 27-year-old southpaw held the Angels to one hit over eight shutout innings on Tuesday night. Waters walked three and struck out three.
Our View: Waters also allowed only one hit (seven innings) in his last Triple-A Start. His minor league numbers suggest fantasy owners shouldn't count on him, but we're admittedly impressed. |
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| Penn tosses five scoreless | Tuesday 8/5, 11:11 PM CT |
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Hayden Penn worked five scoreless innings for Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday night. He allowed four hits, walked none, and struck out three. Penn had been a candidate to move to the majors, but a broken bat cut his leg on Saturday.
Our View: Penn, 23, has been pretty sharp over three of his last four outings, with the exception being when he took the bat to the leg. The right-hander could come up for his next turn. He is too risky for fantasy leagues right now, but AL-only owners will want to keep an eye on the situation. |
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| Davis drives in four | Tuesday 8/5, 10:56 PM CT |
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Chris Davis only had one hit on Tuesday night, but he managed to drive in four runs against the Yankees. The rookie is hitting .289-11-26 in 35 games since being called up.
Our View: The kid can hit. It'll be interesting to see just how high his stock rises before next spring. Over three levels, Davis has batted .320 with 34 homers, 99 RBI, and 95 runs in 102 games. That's decent. |
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| Guardado gets the save | Tuesday 8/5, 10:47 PM CT |
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Eddie Guardado shut the door in the ninth inning for the Rangers on Tuesday night, and he earned his third save. The struggling C.J. Wilson worked the seventh inning and allowed four runs.
Our View: The reports leading up to this game had been a little conflicting, but it's fairly clear now that Guardado has the closer's job, at least in the short term. |
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| Sexson socks grand slam | Tuesday 8/5, 10:46 PM CT |
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Richie Sexson went 2-for-4 with a grand slam in Tuesday's loss to the Rangers.
Our View: Sexson's bomb proved to be too little, too late for the Yankees. It was Richie's first homer with his new club, which is nice. He has no fantasy value. |
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| Hamilton hits No. 27 | Tuesday 8/5, 10:44 PM CT |
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Josh Hamilton hit a two-run homer in the first inning on Tuesday night. He ended up 1-for-4, but he extended his ML-best RBI total to 108.
Our View: Hamilton continues to make a strong case as both the AL and the fantasy world's MVP. |
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| Ellsbury swipes two bases | Tuesday 8/5, 10:32 PM CT |
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Jacoby Ellsbury went 2-for-4 with one run, one RBI, and two stolen bases in Tuesday's win over the Royals.
Our View: Hey, look who's running! Ellsbury hadn't stolen a base in the last 25 games and owned just one steal over the previous 37 contests. We can only hope this is a sign of better things ahead. |
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| Marte snaps slump | Tuesday 8/5, 10:30 PM CT |
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Andy Marte went 1-for-4 with a double on Tuesday night, and the hit ended an 0-for-20 slump.
Our View: Marte is out of options, and the Indians are likely to let him keep starting over the next month. What do they have to lose? Marte has yet to show us why he was such a highly regarded prospect. |
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| Beckett picks up 10th win | Tuesday 8/5, 10:27 PM CT |
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Josh Beckett ended his three-game losing streak on Tuesday night. He worked 6.2 innings against the Royals and allowed only four hits and two runs. Beckett walked two, struck out seven, and improved to 10-8.
Our View: It's nice to see Josh rebound after a July in which he posted a 5.74 ERA and allowed 41 hits over 31.1 innings. The Red Sox and fantasy teams both need him to be an ace down the stretch. |
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| Bannister beat up by Red Sox | Tuesday 8/5, 10:24 PM CT |
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Brian Bannister struggled again on Tuesday night. He allowed six hits and three runs over 4.0 innings against the Red Sox. Bannister owns a 6.23 ERA in four starts since the All-Star break.
Our View: Maybe they should have traded him to the Yankees. Bannister has worked fewer than six innings in six of the last seven starts and shouldn't be trusted in any fantasy leagues. |
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| Bay stars in win over Royals | Tuesday 8/5, 10:20 PM CT |
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Jason Bay seems to like life in Boston. The outfielder went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two runs, and two RBI in Tuesday's win over the Royals. Bay is 9-for-21 in five games with the Red Sox.
Our View: Bay is hitting sixth with the Red Sox, but the fact that he is surrounded by better talent than he enjoyed in Pittsburgh should have fantasy owners excited. |
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| Jackson improves to 8-7 | Tuesday 8/5, 10:17 PM CT |
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Edwin Jackson improved to 8-7 despite a mixed performance against the Indians on Tuesday. The right-hander allowed seven hits and three runs, walked four, and struck out four over 5.2 innings.
Our View: Jackson made his major league debut in 2003, and it's hard to believe he is still only 24. He is still figuring out how to pitch consistently, but he has been a solid AL-only option for much of the year. |
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| Peralta goes deep | Tuesday 8/5, 10:14 PM CT |
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Jhonny Peralta socked his 18th homer of the season on Tuesday night. He went 2-for-4 wit a pair of RBI in a loss to the Rays.
Our View: After a slow start, Peralta is quietly turning in a solid offensive season. He'd probably be generating more buzz if most of the rest of the Indians hitters hadn't fallen apart this year. |
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| Navarro homers, drives in three | Tuesday 8/5, 10:11 PM CT |
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Dioner Navarro went 2-for-3 with a homer, two runs, and three RBI in Tuesday's win over the Indians.
Our View: Coming into the night, Navarro had managed only one run and two RBI since July 5. Needless to say, it's nice to see him producing again. |
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| Mench knocks in winning run | Tuesday 8/5, 8:58 PM CT |
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Kevin Mench delivered a game-winning single in the bottom of the ninth inning on Tuesday night. It was his only hit of the game.
Our View: The veteran outfielder gets to play the part of hero for one night. Mench doesn't play very often and doesn't have fantasy value. |
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| Crede backs off rehab | Tuesday 8/5, 8:47 PM CT |
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Joe Crede has ended his rehab assignment and is at least five days away from returning to baseball activities. The third baseman is out due to back issues. "We sent him back for an MRI, CAT scan and he’s all clean and good as far as that’s concerned," general manager Ken Williams tells the AP. "Just a little bit of pressing on the nerve right now. We’ve got to alleviate that before we can get him back out into rehab. On one hand there’s a delay in the process, but the prognosis is good and we’ll go from there."
Our View: Crede has been dealing with back issues for a few years, and fantasy owners shouldn't be too optimistic about this situation. Josh Fields and Juan Uribe will continue to see action at third base. |
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| Kennedy likely to start this weekend | Tuesday 8/5, 8:24 PM CT |
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Ian Kennedy is expected to take Joba Chamberlain's next turn in the rotation and start either Friday or Saturday against the Angels, the Newark Star-Ledger reports. The 23-year-old right-hander owns a 1.33 ERA over his last four Triple-A starts.
Our View: Kennedy struggled badly when he opened the season in the rotation, and this could only be a one-start turn. Fantasy owners shouldn't be too interested. |
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| Lowell back in the lineup | Tuesday 8/5, 8:19 PM CT |
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Mike Lowell is back in the lineup on Tuesday night, one day after receiving a cortisone shot in his right hip. "They said the anti-inflammatory part would feel good within the first 24 hours and then, whatever the medicine is, might take three or four days," Lowell informs MLB.com. "Getting out of bed, my abs didn't hurt, so I've got to believe that's a good sign. I haven't jogged or anything, but moving around feels a little better. I'm hoping that's a step in the right direction."
Our View: It sounds like Lowell will need to deal with some pain for the remainder of the season. The injury popped up in late June/early July, and he hit only .215 with one homer last month. That's not a very good sign for his continuing fantasy value. |
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| Morrow to start on Wednesday | Tuesday 8/5, 8:05 PM CT |
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Brandon Morrow will start for Triple-A Tacoma on Wednesday, and he will be on a 35-pitch limit, the Seattle Times reports. The right-hander will work on a five-day rotation and increase his workload each time out.
Our View: The Mariners have no reason not to take their time on this project. Morrow could probably be back in the majors after as little as three starts, but why rush his prized arm? |
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| Hurley received cortisone shot | Tuesday 8/5, 8:02 PM CT |
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Eric Hurley received a cortisone shot on Monday, and it's likely to be "awhile" before he rejoins the rotation, MLB.com reports. He is out due to right shoulder inflammation.
Our View: Hurley wasn't helping fantasy teams, but he is missing valuable experience time. The 22-year-old right-hander has the stuff to be a future part of this rotation. |
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| Colon struggles in rehab outing | Tuesday 8/5, 7:57 PM CT |
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Bartolo Colon only lasted 0.2 innings and 32 pitches in his Triple-A rehab start on Tuesday night. He allowed four hits and three runs, including a two-run homer. Colon had been set to work two full innings as he recovers from a lower back strain.
Our View: Colon was making his first outing since June 16, so we'll cut him a little slack. Sadly, the after-game snack table will probably be bare by the time the rest of the Pawtucket players get there. |
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| Padilla returns home, will make start | Tuesday 8/5, 7:52 PM CT |
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Vicente Padilla has returned to Nicaragua to attend a family matter, but he will return in time for his Saturday start against the Orioles, MLB.com reports.
Our View: The flight time shouldn't bother Padilla too much, but we wonder if divided attention is the reason his ERA has ballooned over the past six starts. |
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| Gonzalez to debut on Wednesday | Tuesday 8/5, 7:45 PM CT |
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Pitcher Gio Gonzalez will make his major league debut for the A's on Wednesday, the AP reports. The southpaw will start against the Blue Jays. The A's will give Justin Duchscherer an extra day of rest. Gonzalez, 22, is 8-7 with a 4.24 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and 128 strikeouts over 123.0 innings at Triple-A Sacramento.
Our View: Gonzalez has been a big-time strikeout artist during his minor league career, and we're excited to get a look at the youngster. Control issues and a lack of run support should confine Gonzalez only to AL-only leagues, if even that. He has a bright future, though. |
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| Bartlett remains out | Tuesday 8/5, 7:13 PM CT |
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Jason Bartlett is out on Tuesday and likely won't be available until Thursday, MLB.com reports. He has a bruised right index finger. "There's some sensitivity in the fingertip," Bartlett explains. "We're going to go out there and throw and see how it goes."
Our View: Bartlett hadn't been hitting very well since coming off the DL on July 24, and hopefully he is not in any fantasy lineups this week. |
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| Guardado the interim closer? | Tuesday 8/5, 7:10 PM CT |
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Eddie Guardado has assumed the role of "interim closer" while C.J. Wilson works out mechanical issues, MLB.com reports. "Whenever the phone rings, I'm ready to go," Guardado says. "I can't control what the manager and front office does. When the phone rings, I'm ready."
Our View: This news contradicts previous reports that the Rangers were sticking with Wilson. Guardado probably isn't available in AL-only leagues at this point, but he is worth exploring in larger mixed leagues. This report did not indicate if there was a timetable for Wilson returning to his role. |
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| Crawford sits again | Tuesday 8/5, 7:04 PM CT |
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Carl Crawford is out of the lineup again on Tuesday due to a sore left hamstring. Manager Joe Maddon informs MLB.com there is a "solid chance" that Crawford won't return until Thursday.
Our View: Fantasy owners who set their lineups on Monday are obviously upset about the news, but we'd rather the Rays be cautious and not risk more serious injury. |
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| DeJesus remains out | Tuesday 8/5, 6:54 PM CT |
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David DeJesus is out of the starting lineup again for Tuesday's game against the Red Sox. It will be the fourth straight missed start due to a sore lower back. He remains day-to-day. Mitch Maier will take his place in center.
Our View: Maier has swung the bat well over the last three days, and the Royals are 3-0 without DeJesus. Still, the lineup is better when their leadoff hitter is healthy. |
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| Zumaya named the closer | Tuesday 8/5, 6:49 PM CT |
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The Tigers have another new closer. Joel Zumaya is now the man who will work the ninth inning, the Detroit News reports. "If we have a lead in the ninth inning, that's who will pitch," manager Jim Leyland says. The skipper adds that Zumaya is over a recent issue with his right shoulder, and Leyland cautioned that he may also consider Fernando Rodney and Kyle Farnsworth in the ninth inning on occasion.
Our View: There was a time not so long ago when fantasy owners would have been shouting with glee about this news. However, Zumaya has allowed runs in three straight outings (and in five of six showings) and hasn't looked like his old self since coming back from surgery. Every closer is worth looking at in fantasy leagues, but we would guess that Zumaya's hold is tenuous. |
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| Inglett dealing with knee soreness | Tuesday 8/5, 6:44 PM CT |
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Joe Inglett continues to deal with a sore left knee and is out of the lineup again on Tuesday. "Joe's still a little sore, but feeling better," manager Cito Gaston tells MLB.com. "We don't know anything as far as how long [he'll be sidelined], but I understand -- from the trainers -- that he's feeling a lot better today."
Our View: If you need any indication about how the season has gone for the Blue Jays, this story fits the bill. The club actually misses this utility man quite a bit. |
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| Chamberlain to visit Dr. Andrews | Tuesday 8/5, 6:42 PM CT |
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Joba Chamberlain will be examined by Dr. James Andrews on Wednesday, the AP reports. The pitcher is dealing with a sore right shoulder, and he underwent an MRI on Tuesday. "He'll take his test results with him (to Alabama)," manager Joe Girardi says. "Until I hear from Dr. Andrews, that's all I've got... I envision him not making his next start. Beyond that, I can't say."
Our View: Yankees fans and fantasy owners are going to be on the edges of their seats for the next day or two. A trip to visit with Dr. Andrews doesn't necessarily mean something is seriously wrong, but it would suggest the Yankees are a bit unclear and worried about the results. |
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| Balentien back in the bigs | Tuesday 8/5, 5:54 PM CT |
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The Mariners recalled outfielder Wladimir Balentien on Tuesday. He hit .196 over 107 at-bats with the Mariners earlier in the season, and he has batted .304-10-31-30 over his last 32 games at Triple-A.
Our View: Balentien, 24, is a future fixture in the Mariners outfield, but he may need to split time with Jeff Reed in the coming months. He could also see some action at DH, where Jeff Clement continues to struggle. Balentien is worth a look in AL-only formats. |
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| Vidro designated for assignment | Tuesday 8/5, 5:48 PM CT |
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The Mariners designated Jose Vidro for assignment on Tuesday, MLB.com confirms. The DH is hitting only .234 on the season.
Our View: Vidro is just one of the many Mariners who have had a disastrous season. As happened to Richie Sexson, we'd expect a contending team to hand him a bench spot. |
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| Garcia to throw on Tuesday | Tuesday 8/5, 5:33 PM CT |
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Free agent pitcher Freddy Garcia will toss two simulated innings for scouts on Tuesday, the New York Daily News reports. He is nearly one full year removed from surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Roughly a dozen teams are expected to check out the performance.
Our View: At the best, Garcia would be signed quickly and make it to the majors in September. Fantasy owners shouldn't count on him to make a quick rise and be able to help their squads in a significant way. |
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| Pavano moving up to Double-A | Tuesday 8/5, 5:27 PM CT |
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Carl Pavano will move up to Double-A Trenton for a rehab start on Thursday, the AP reports. He has made two starts for Low-A Charleston.
Our View: We're not holding our breath. Pavano is coming back from right elbow surgery, and he has plenty of time to work his way into another injury before the Yankees call him back to the majors. |
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| Ortiz will play on Tuesday | Tuesday 8/5, 5:21 PM CT |
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David Ortiz will be in the lineup when the Red Sox face the Royals on Tuesday night. The slugger felt a "click" in his left wrist on Monday. "It's all right," Ortiz informs the Boston Globe. "I've got to deal with it the rest of the season. I'm gonna have good days and bad days... someday it feels right, sometimes it didn't."
Our View: Big Papi is only 1-for-15 in August. Fantasy owners may not get 100 percent out of the slugger down the stretch, but we expect his bat to be better than it has been since he came off the DL. |
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| Rolen back in the lineup | Tuesday 8/5, 5:13 PM CT |
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Scott Rolen is listed as the starter for Tuesday's game against the A's. He has missed the last two contests due to pain in his left shoulder.
Our View: Rolen has shown very little pop since late June, and we can't help but wonder how long his oft-injured shoulder has been bothering him. Fantasy owners should not expect much over the final two months. |
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| Sexson gets rare start | Tuesday 8/5, 5:10 PM CT |
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Richie Sexson will be in the lineup when the Yankees face the Rangers on Tuesday night, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram confirms. Jason Giambi is not in the lineup.
Our View: The Yankees will be facing rookie left-hander Matt Harrison, and Sexson still seems to be able to hit southpaws. |
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| Pudge sitting on Tuesday | Tuesday 8/5, 5:08 PM CT |
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Ivan Rodriguez will sit on Tuesday against the Rangers. Jose Molina is getting the start, the Fort Worth Star Telegram reports.
Our View: FYI for fantasy owners with daily transactions. Molina also started in place of Pudge on Saturday. |
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| Bradley out again | Tuesday 8/5, 5:06 PM CT |
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Milton Bradley is once again out of the lineup on Tuesday night, but he is available to pinch hit, the Fort Worth Star Telegram reports. He hasn't started since July 29 due to a strained left quad.
Our View: Bradley continues to be day-to-day, and the Rangers have refused to place him on the DL. Fantasy owners in daily transaction leagues should obviously bench him. |
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| Montanez promoted | Tuesday 8/5, 5:00 PM CT |
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The Orioles have called up Luis Montanez from Double-A Bowie, the Baltimore Sun reports. The 26-year-old outfielder was hitting .335-26-97-90 over 116 games.
Our View: Way back in 2002, Montanez was the third overall pick by the Cubs. We're not sure why he hasn't moved up to Triple-A this year, but he is beating up on Double-A pitching. With Adam Jones out, Montanez could get a chance to show his stuff. Nick Markakis, Luke Scott, and Jay Payton are the other three outfielders on the roster. |
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| Jones on DL; out for year? | Tuesday 8/5, 4:56 PM CT |
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The Orioles have placed outfielder Adam Jones on the 15-day DL due to a fractured left foot, the Baltimore Sun confirms. The move is retroactive to August 3.
Our View: Early reports suggest the young outfielder could miss the rest of the season, but we're waiting to hear a more official timeline presented. Jones had been hitting very well since the start of June, so this is a bummer. |
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| Russell back in the bigs | Tuesday 8/5, 4:48 PM CT |
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The White Sox promoted reliever Adam Russell from Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Our View: The 25-year-old right-hander continues to rack up a lot of frequent flyer miles. He doesn't have any fantasy value. |
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| Morrow heads to Triple-A | Tuesday 8/5, 4:42 PM CT |
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The Mariners have sent pitcher Brandon Morrow back to Triple-A Tacoma, MLB.com confirms.
Our View: Morrow will be converted from relief to a starting role, and we'd expect him to be at Tacoma for at least three starts. The bigger news is that the Mariners apparently feel safe handing the closer's role fully back to J.J. Putz. |
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| Colon makes rehab start | Tuesday 8/5, 3:23 PM CT |
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Boston Red Sox pitcher Bartolo Colon will make a rehab start for Class AAA Pawtucket on Tuesday, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: Colon will make his first game appearance since he strained his back on June 16. |
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| Greinke suspended five games | Tuesday 8/5, 3:08 PM CT |
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Zack Greinke has been suspended five games for hitting Nick Swisher after both teams had been warned in Sunday's game against the White Sox, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View: Although suspended for five games, Greinke should only miss one start. |
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| Olivo gets five game suspension | Tuesday 8/5, 3:07 PM CT |
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Miguel Olivo has been suspended five games for his role in Sunday's brawl with the White Sox, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View: If Olivo appeals the decision he could remain in the line-up for a couple days. |
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| Gomes optioned | Tuesday 8/5, 2:55 PM CT |
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Tampa Bay optioned outfielder Jonny Gomes to the International League club on Tuesday, to make room for Ben Zobrist, according to the AP.
Our View: Gomes hit .182 with eight homers and 19 RBI in 69 games this season. He has also struck out 40 times in 143 at-bats. |
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| Zobrist back with the Rays | Tuesday 8/5, 2:52 PM CT |
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The Tampa Bay Rays have recalled shortstop Ben Zobrist from Triple-A Durham, according to the AP.
Our View: Zobrist played 23 games earlier this season with Tampa Bay, hitting .230 with five homers and eight RBIs. |
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| Giese to start for Rasner | Tuesday 8/5, 2:45 PM CT |
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The Yankees have decided to use bullpen arm Dan Giese in place of struggling Darrell Rasner in the rotation. Giese sports a 2.51 ERA in 13 appearances this season and is scheduled to take the mound Friday night in LA against Jered Weaver and the Angels.
Our View: The move is temporary until Ian Kennedy, Carl Pavano and Phil Hughes find their health. |
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| Konerko the loser in Junior trade | Tuesday 8/5, 2:20 PM CT |
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The trade deadline acquisition of Ken Griffey Jr. has resulted in White Sox captain Paul Konerko losing at-bats. The inconsistent Konerko is hitting just .212 with 10 home runs and 36 RBI on the season, this in 302 at-bats.
Our View: The right-handed sluggler is receiving playing time only against left-handers and that doesn't look to change heading into August and September, save an injury to Griffey or Swisher. In leagues with shallow benches it could be time for owners to move on without Konerko. |
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| Holliday in the zone | Tuesday 8/5, 1:51 PM CT |
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Matt Holliday had another extra-base hit in last night's game against the Nationals. He extended his hitting streak to six games. During the hitting streak he has three home runs, two doubles, five RBI, and eight runs scored.
Our View: Holliday is one of the hottest hitters in all of baseball, he should be cemented into your starting lineup. |
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| Lowell receives cortisone shot | Tuesday 8/5, 11:46 AM CT |
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With the Red Sox in Kansas City Monday night, Mike Lowell was back in Boston receiving a cortisone shot in his right hip flexor, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View: Lowell also got a cortisone shot shortly before the All-Star break and started the first 15 games of the second half before Monday night. |
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| Jones out with foot injury | Tuesday 8/5, 11:39 AM CT |
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Adam Jones is unlikely to play in the three-game series with the Angels, according to the Baltimore Sun. Head coach Dave Trembley said, "Obviously, he's not going to play tonight, and I would think if the symptoms continue, it's looking more and more like he may not play in this series"
Our View: Jones said his foot didn't feel much better than it did the previous day when he woke up barely able to walk.
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| Wells could return next week | Tuesday 8/5, 10:44 AM CT |
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Vernon Wells could come off the disabled list as early as next week, according to the Toronto Star.
Our View: Wells hamstring rehab is right on schedule. Look for him to possibly DH his first couple starts back. |
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| Waters gets the call | Tuesday 8/5, 10:07 AM CT |
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The Orioles have brought up LHP Chris Waters from Triple-A Norfolk to start Tuesday against the Angels. To make room on the roster they optioned infielder Brandon Fahey to Norfolk.
Our View: Waters is 3-6 with a 5.70 ERA at Triple-A. |
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| Donnelly progressing well | Tuesday 8/5, 9:46 AM CT |
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Making his way back from Tommy John surgery, Brendan Donnelly has a 1.80 ERA and five strikeouts in five innings at Triple-A.
Our View: If Donnelly keeps this up he should regain his spot in the Cleveland bullpen sooner than later. |
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| Martinez runs the bags | Tuesday 8/5, 9:36 AM CT |
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Victor Martinez ran the bases Monday and reported no problems, reports the Cleveland Plain Dealer. "He moved around real well," manager Eric Wedge said.
Our View: Martinez could start a rehab assignment by the end of the week. |
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| Beckett goes for win number 10 | Tuesday 8/5, 9:28 AM CT |
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MLB.com reports Boston Red Sox SP Josh Beckett (9-8, 4.15 ERA) will start Tuesday, August 5, against the Kansas City royals.
Our View: Beckett looks to bounce back from his last start in which he gave up 11 hits and seven earned runs to the Angels last week. |
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| Figgins walks as Angels win | Tuesday 8/5, 9:02 AM CT |
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Baltimore closer George Sherrill walked Chone Figgins with two outs in the ninth inning Monday to force in the winning run, as the Angels beat the Orioles 6-5.
Our View: Figgins should continue to be a force hitting atop the potent Angels lineup. Look for him to be a great source of runs, stolen bases, and average. |
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| Ibanez leads the comeback | Tuesday 8/5, 8:55 AM CT |
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Raul Ibanez had a grand slam and six RBI, all in the seventh inning, as the Seattle Mariners staged their biggest comeback of the year to stun the Twins 11-6 on Monday night.
Our View: Ibanez has found his power stroke as of late. He is 8-for-20 with three doubles and one home run in his last five games. |
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| Ortiz tweaks wrist | Tuesday 8/5, 8:40 AM CT |
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David Ortiz tweaked his ailing left wrist in the ninth inning of Monday night’s 4-3 loss to the Royals, reports the Boston Herald. “My last at-bat, it kind of pulled back a little bit,” Ortiz said of his wrist. “You feel that click and you get a little concerned about it.”
Our View: Ortiz didn't know if the problem would affect his status for any upcoming games. Stay tuned for updates on this situation. |
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| Carmona takes on the Rays | Tuesday 8/5, 7:33 AM CT |
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MLB.com reports Indians SP Fausto Carmona (5-3, 4.18 ERA) will start Tuesday, August 5, against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Our View: Carmona hopes to take strides in the right direction, as this is only his third start since returning from the DL back on July 26. |
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