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| Cordero collects 28th save | Monday 9/8, 11:58 PM CT |
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Francisco Cordero recorded his 28th save Monday night. Tossing a perfect ninth inning against the Brewers.
Our View: Cordero has not blown a save in a month and continues to lower his ERA (3.41) as the season progresses. |
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| Volquez Ks 10 in no-decision | Monday 9/8, 11:56 PM CT |
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Edinson Volquez had 10 strikeouts in 5.2 innings of work in a no-decision against the Brewers on Monday night. He allowed four runs on five hits as the Reds would go on to defeat the Brewers 5-4.
Our View: Volquez's monster season continues as he shows no signs of slowing down. Look for this youngster to be a force for years to come. |
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| Sheffield homers twice | Monday 9/8, 11:52 PM CT |
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Gary Sheffield homered twice and drove in five runs as the Tigers defeated the Athletics 14-8 on Monday night.
Our View: Sheffield has been surging lately, but he can't hide the fact that his season has been a huge disappointment, only 16 home runs and a .225 average. |
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| Ordonez steps up | Monday 9/8, 11:40 PM CT |
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Magglio Ordonez went 3-for-3 with a home run, a double and four runs scored in the 14-8 victory over the A's on Monday night.
Our View: Ordonez has been great down the stretch and should be in your starting lineup. Ordonez now has a 13-game hitting streak. |
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| Jones has huge night | Monday 9/8, 11:33 PM CT |
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Adam Jones went 3-for-5 and drove in four runs in Baltimore's victory over the Indians Monday night.
Our View: Although this was a great performance, Jones is not worth putting on your fantasy roster. |
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| Huff connects on grand slam | Monday 9/8, 11:30 PM CT |
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Aubrey Huff went 3-for-5 with a grand slam as the Orioles decimated the Indians 14-3 on Monday night.
Our View: Huff now has 31 home runs on the season, and has been one of the best fantasy surprises this season. |
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| Pence heating up | Monday 9/8, 11:03 PM CT |
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With his performance Monday night, 2-for-4 with a stolen base, Hunter Pence now has a 10-game hitting streak.
Our View: Pence has been heating up lately and has been a nice September surprise. |
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| Valverde pitches perfect ninth | Monday 9/8, 10:56 PM CT |
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Jose Valverde got save number 41, pitching a perfect ninth inning as the Astros beat the Pirates 3-2 Monday night.
Our View: Valverde hasn't blown a save in the last month and has only allowed one earned run over that time. Simply put, he's been untouchable. |
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| Another strong perfomance for Lidge | Monday 9/8, 10:37 PM CT |
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Brad Lidge closed out Monday night's 8-6 victory over the Marlins, collecting his 35th save of the season.
Our View: Lidge has been lights out all season. He continues to thrive in the closers role for Philly. |
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| Jacobs powers up | Monday 9/8, 10:33 PM CT |
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Mike Jacobs was 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI in Monday night's 8-6 loss to the Phillies.
Our View: Jacobs now has five home runs in the last nine games. He seems to have found his swing. |
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| Bay goes yard | Monday 9/8, 10:18 PM CT |
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Jason Bay hit his 28th home run of the season in a 2-for-3 performance against the Rays Monday night.
Our View: Fantasy owners have to be happy with Bay's numbers this season, after his struggles last season. |
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| Papelbon gets save | Monday 9/8, 10:14 PM CT |
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Jonathan Papelbon collected his 36th save of the season Monday night as the Sox beat the Rays 3-0.
Our View: Papelbon collected three strikeouts in 1.1 innings of work. He is a close to a guarantee that you can get in fantasy. |
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| Lester brilliant against Rays | Monday 9/8, 10:09 PM CT |
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Jon Lester collected his 14th win of the season Monday, pitching 7.2 innings of shutout ball as the Red Sox beat the Rays 3-0.
Our View: Another huge performance from the outstanding young southpaw. Lester struck out nine and walked three while only allowing six hits. |
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| Hennessy to start Wednesday | Monday 9/8, 9:31 PM CT |
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The Giants have decided to start Brad Hennessey over Kevin Correia against the Diamondbacks on Wednesday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Our View: Hennessey has allowed 24 earned runs over 17.1 innings with the Giants. He is not an option in any fantasy league. |
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| Weaver's hand holding him back | Monday 9/8, 9:24 PM CT |
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Jered Weaver's hand still hasn't healed enough for him to pitch, so Ervin Santana has been moved up to start Tuesday against the Yankees, according to the Orange County Register.
Our View: He was previously pushed back from Friday to Tuesday because of cuts on the middle and ring fingers of his pitching hand. Weaver should be returning shortly, we'll let you know when he does. |
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| Schmidt to have surgery | Monday 9/8, 9:16 PM CT |
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Jason Schmidt will have shoulder surgery Wednesday to clean up scar tissue that was preventing him from getting over the top enough in his delivery and also to repair "arthritic changes in the AC joint," according to Los Angeles Daily News.
Our View: Two years of his three year deal worth over $45 million are complete and Schmidt has thrown all of 25.2 innings. It is unclear if Schmidt will ever be able to return to his former dominance.
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| Upton leaves game early | Monday 9/8, 8:55 PM CT |
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B.J. Upton left Monday's game against the Red Sox with a strained left quad, according to the Tampa Tribune.
Our View: With Carl Crawford and Evan Longoria already down, an Upton injury is about the last thing the Rays need. Let's hope this injury isn't too serious. |
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| Lindstrom to remain closer | Monday 9/8, 8:12 PM CT |
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Even though Kevin Gregg could return Tuesday, Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez said he intends to leave Matt Lindstrom in the closer's role, according to Marlins.mlb.com.
Our View: Most managers like to give their pitchers a couple outings before returning them to the closers role. |
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| Drew activated | Monday 9/8, 6:56 PM CT |
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The Boston Red Sox have activated right fielder J.D. Drew from the 15-day disabled list, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: As always the case, if Drew can stay healthy, he should put up great numbers in the middle of Boston's high-powered lineup. |
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| McLouth in the lineup | Monday 9/8, 6:47 PM CT |
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Nate McLouth is listed in the Pirates’ starting lineup for Monday’s game against Houston.
Our View: Great news for McLouth fantasy owners, as he was expected to miss a couple of days. |
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| Bullington called up | Monday 9/8, 6:04 PM CT |
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The Cleveland Indians recalled right-hander Bryan Bullington from Triple-A Buffalo on Monday, according to the AP.
Our View: Bullington, who was 1-3 with a 4.75 ERA with Buffalo, will start one game of Saturday’s day/night doubleheader against Kansas City, manager Eric Wedge said. |
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| Wilson likely out for season | Monday 9/8, 5:53 PM CT |
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Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson will likely miss the remainder of the season because of a hairline fracture in his right index finger, according to the AP.
Our View: Even when healthy, Wilson lacks fantasy value as he does not hit for average or power, nor does he steal bases. |
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| Marlins activate Pinto | Monday 9/8, 5:49 PM CT |
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The Florida Marlins activated lefthander Renyel Pinto from the 15-day disabled list Monday, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: Pinto held little to no fantasy value as a middle reliever earlier this season, as he allowed 32 earned runs, 52 hits, and 39 walks over 64 innings. |
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| Jays vs. Sox postponed | Monday 9/8, 5:19 PM CT |
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Monday night’s Toronto Blue Jays at Chicago White Sox’s game has been postponed due to rain, according to the AP.
Our View: It will be made up as part of a split doubleheader beginning at 1:05 Tuesday. |
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| Johnson lands on DL | Monday 9/8, 5:02 PM CT |
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The Baltimore Orioles have placed Jim Johnson on the 15-day disabled list with an injured right shoulder, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: The ailment isn't considered very serious or a long-term issue, but the team feels it is best to end his season early. |
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| Hairston Jr. activated | Monday 9/8, 4:57 PM CT |
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The Cincinnati Reds activated utility player Jerry Hairston Jr. from the 15-day disabled list on Monday, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: Hairston has been sidelined since August 20 with a strained right hamstring. He has been battling the injury for much of the second half of the season. |
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| Rios named player of the week | Monday 9/8, 4:51 PM CT |
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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios on Monday was named the American League Player of the Week, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: Rios is batting .295 with 43 doubles, eight triples, 13 home runs, 68 RBI and 30 stolen bases for the season. |
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| Ethier named player of the week | Monday 9/8, 4:48 PM CT |
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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier and Houston Astros righthander Roy Oswalt shared this week’s National League Player of the Week award, according to PA Sports Ticker.
Our View: Ethier led the NL last week with a .650 (13-for-20) batting average, a .741 on-base percentage and 10 runs scored. |
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| Kotsay to start in right field | Monday 9/8, 4:09 PM CT |
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Mark Kotsay is slated to start in right field tonight in place of the injured JD Drew, according to the Boston Globe. Jason Bay is slated to roam left field with Coco Crisp penciled in at center field.
Our View: Kotsay has fared well when given a chance to play with Boston, and is worthy of fantasy consideration in AL-only leagues tonight. |
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| Weaver throws pen session | Monday 9/8, 3:49 PM CT |
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Jered Weaver threw a bullpen session Sunday and is on target to make his scheduled start on Tuesday, according to the LA Times. His start on Friday was pushed back because of cuts on the middle and ring fingers of his pitching hand.
Our View: Weaver is only 10-10 but holds a favorable 1.28 WHIP and should be considered for AL-only leagues for his next start. |
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| Oswalt shares weekly honor | Monday 9/8, 3:40 PM CT |
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Roy Oswalt has been co-named the NL Player of the Week with Dodgers' outfielder Andre Ethier, according to the AP. Oswalt led the league with 17 innings pitched and tied for first with a 2-0 record, a 0.00 ERA and one shutout. Ethier led the NL last week with a .650 (13-for-20) batting average, a .741 on-base percentage and 10 runs scored.
Our View: Dodgers Derek Lowe and Manny Ramirez were also considered for the honor, as were Hunter Pence and Randy Wolf of the Astros. |
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| Rios named AL Player of Week | Monday 9/8, 3:23 PM CT |
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Alex Rios has been named the AL Player of the Week, according to the AP. Rios earned the honor by hitting .414 (12-for-29) with three doubles, two triples, three home runs and eight RBI.
Our View: Rios only has 13 homers for the season, but is enjoying a power surge in September, as he has three homers over six games in the month. Rios set a career-high with 24 homers in 2007. |
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| Marlins nearing milestone | Monday 9/8, 2:40 PM CT |
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The Marlins are reaching a milestone as Hanley Ramirez only needs one more homer to give the club their first trio with 30 home runs, according to FishStripes.com. Mike Jacobs blasted his 30th on Sunday and Dan Uggla reached 30 on Saturday.
Our View: No National League team has fielded three 30-homer infielders, and the only American League club to accomplish the feat was the 2001 Athletics (Miguel Tejada, Eric Chavez, and Jason Giambi). |
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| Kendrick could get another start | Monday 9/8, 2:28 PM CT |
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Kyle Kendrick had been struggling in recent outings, but could get another start, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. Because Jamie Moyer's start was pushed back a day due to Saturday's rainout, the Phillies appear to have two open spots in their rotation this week. They likely would need Kendrick to pitch either tomorrow against the Marlins or Thursday against the Brewers, with lefty J.A. Happ likely getting the other day. Pitching coach Rich Dubee said he had not made any decisions as of the start of yesterday's doubleheader, but his only other options appear to be starting Moyer on short rest or giving Adam Eaton his first start since July 12. Cole Hamels has already been ruled out to pitch on short rest.
Our View: He could get another chance to pitch in the rotation this week, but fantasy owners should not give him another shot. |
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| Wagner could be lost for 2009 as well | Monday 9/8, 1:38 PM CT |
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Updating a previous report, Billy Wagner is going to undergo Tommy John surgery, which could force him to miss the 2009 campaign, according to the Star-Ledger.
Our View: Even with Wagner still intact, members within the organization were pushing to target impending free agent Francisco Rodriguez. Now those calls will likely intensify with Wagner potentially lost for 2009. |
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| Mussina expected to be fine | Monday 9/8, 12:57 PM CT |
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Mike Mussina noted that the welt on his chest didn't compromise his pitching and does not believe what will turn into a black and blue bruise will prevent him from making his next start, according to the NY Post.
Our View: His next start would likely be Friday against the Rays. Mussina was dealt a loss in his last start, but that was his first defeat since July 28. |
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| Jeter reaches milestone | Monday 9/8, 12:53 PM CT |
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Derek Jeter recorded two hits in Sunday's loss to the Mariners and tied Babe Ruth for second place on the Yankees' all-time hits list with 2,518, according to the NY Post. Lou Gehrig holds the top spot with 2,721 hits.
Our View: One of his hits was a homer, which also tied him with childhood hero Dave Winfield with 205. He also produced his 1,000th RBI. |
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| Carpenter could be Cards' closer | Monday 9/8, 12:47 PM CT |
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Chris Carpenter could be the Cardinals' closer when available, according to the AP. He could be available once per series and manager Tony LaRussa is excited about the idea of having him nail down the final outs as the closer. LaRussa said, "I’m looking forward to giving it to Carp. We’d have some fun."
Our View: Chris Perez fared well for a while, but he blew two straight saves last week before coming back on Sunday to nail down a win over the Marlins. Carpenter is worth holding onto in NL-only leagues in case he excels as the ninth inning man for the club. |
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| Yankees may land Teixeira? | Monday 9/8, 12:34 PM CT |
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The Orange County Register indicates that the Yankees may be the frontrunner to land first baseman Mark Teixeira in the off-seeason. Des Martini of examiner.com lists the Angels as 7-1 favorites to keep him beyond this season, and the Yankees have 2-1 odds. The Orioles (3-1 odds), Mariners (16-1), and Giants (17-1) are also known teams that will be targeting Teixeira.
Our View: It is unknown exactly what factors were used to generate those odds. It is clear that the Angels will not let the elite first baseman go easily. He is young, and has been healthier than Vlad Guerrero and Garret Anderson. He is a better defender as well. |
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| Bradley expected to return Tuesday | Monday 9/8, 12:19 PM CT |
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Milton Bradley, who is dealing with a sore left wrist, is expected to return to action on Tuesday, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Our View: Bradley has frustrated fantasy owners all season with a long list of ailments, but is always forgiven as he generates solid numbers when he plays. He currently holds a .327 average with 22 homers, 74 RBI, and 74 runs scored over 114 games. |
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| Treanor hopes to return soon | Monday 9/8, 12:12 PM CT |
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Matt Treanor left Sunday's game after fouling a ball off his left knee, and hopes to be able to return within a day or two, according to the Miami Herald. He said, "I feel snake-bitten right now."
Our View: He provides depth to the Marlins, but holds no fantasy value with a .231 batting average and only two homers over 62 games. |
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| Gerut not close to returning | Monday 9/8, 12:05 PM CT |
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Jody Gerut is not close to returning to the Padres' lineup, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. The middle finger on his left hand is still swollen 11 days after straining a ligament sliding into second base.
Our View: Will Venable has benefited from injuries to Gerut and Scott Hairston, as he started eight of the last 10 games in center field. |
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| Cameron expected to rejoin lineup | Monday 9/8, 12:00 PM CT |
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Mike Cameron, who is recovering from a sore knee, is expected to rejoin the Brewers' lineup Monday, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View: He missed his second straight game Sunday, but it appears that fantasy owners can pencil him into their lineup for the new fantasy week. He has been a favorable source of power this season with 24 homers. |
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| Swindle designated for assignment | Monday 9/8, 11:53 AM CT |
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R.J. Swindle has been designated for assignment by the Phillies, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. The team moved him to make room on the roster for Tadahito Iguchi.
Our View: Swindle allowed two earned runs, five hits, and one walk over 1.2 innings of relief with the club this season, and held no fantasy value prior to his designation. |
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| Jenkins could be limited | Monday 9/8, 11:50 AM CT |
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Geoff Jenkins, who is recovering from a strained hip flexor, could be limited to pinch-hitting duties once he returns from the DL, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Our View: Jenkins could possibly return before the end of the upcoming seven-game homestand, but won't hold any fantasy value in a limited role. He holds a .246 batting average with only nine homers over 284 at-bats. |
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| Rays keep faith in Percival | Monday 9/8, 11:13 AM CT |
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Troy Percival has struggled since returning from the DL (knee), but manager Joe Maddon continues to hold faith in him and isn't considering pulling him as the Rays' closer, according to the St. Petersburg Times. Maddon said, "The only way I would mix somebody else in is if he's not available on that particular night. If he's available, he'll go out there."
Our View: The 39-year-old blew his fourth save Saturday and has allowed six runs and four hits in two outings since returning, but his job is safe for the time being. |
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| Wagner done for the season? | Monday 9/8, 11:06 AM CT |
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Manager Jerry Manuel reiterated on Sunday that Billy Wagner is likely shut down for the remainder of the season, according to the NY Daily News. Wagner suffered elbow discomfort during a simulated game Sunday.
Our View: The team won't officially know his status until he consults with team doctors today, but it does not look hopeful that fantasy owners will get him back. |
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| Wood blows sixth | Monday 9/8, 11:00 AM CT |
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Kerry Wood blew his sixth save of the season on Sunday, and looked rusty in the process. In his defense, it was his first appearance in five days.
Our View: Wood would have escaped the jam if not for a tailor-made double-play ball hitting the lip of the infield grass and bouncing over Ronny Cedeno’s glove. Just another day at the office for a closer. |
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| Theriot exits early | Monday 9/8, 10:18 AM CT |
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Ryan Theriot left Sunday's game against Cincinnati in the sixth inning due to a stomach virus, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View: Consider him day-to-day. The Cubs are off today, and start a three-game series at St. Louis Tuesday. |
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| Ramirez returns to lineup | Monday 9/8, 10:14 AM CT |
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Aramis Ramirez returned to the Cubs' lineup Sunday after being taken out of Saturday's game as a precaution for the quadriceps tightness he has been battling lately, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View: Ramirez should be kept in lineups this week and should remain a solid source of homers (24) and RBI (100). The Cubs are off today and start a three-game set at St. Louis on Tuesday. |
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| Lieber shut down | Monday 9/8, 10:09 AM CT |
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Jon Lieber has been shut down after being unable to shake some of the lingering aches and minor ailments that have hindered him since early in the season, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View: He left the team over the weekend and went home to Mobile, Alabama. It is unclear if Lieber will return this season, namely if the Cubs make the playoffs.
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| Zambrano throws lightly | Monday 9/8, 10:05 AM CT |
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Carlos Zambrano, who is dealing with rotator cuff tendinitis, threw lightly on Sunday and reported no issues after his session, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Zambrano received an anti-inflammatory injection Thursday after leaving his start Tuesday because of discomfort in his right shoulder. Manager Lou Piniella said, "He felt pretty good, which is good news."
Our View: Zambrano's status for the series next weekend against the Astros will be determined after he has a full bullpen session in St. Louis.
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| Konerko is hot | Monday 9/8, 9:51 AM CT |
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Paul Konerko had been quiet for most of the season, but is heating up at the right time as he notched a homer in three straight games, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He is hitting .461 (6-for-13) over the three-game span. Skipper Ozzie Guillen said, "Good thing Paulie is swinging the bat the way he is because now is when we really need it."
Our View: Konerko is once again worthy of fantasy consideration, and the White Sox start a four-game series against Toronto today, and then host the Tigers for three games. |
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| Lowell given day off | Monday 9/8, 9:39 AM CT |
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Mike Lowell had a scheduled day off Sunday and was not out of the lineup due to an injury or setback related to his strained oblique, according to the Boston Herald.
Our View: Lowell has been hot since returning as he is 5-for-9 with one homer and four RBI. He should be active in lineups this week. |
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| Fowler won't start unless out of race | Monday 9/8, 9:13 AM CT |
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The Denver Post suggests that Olympic outfielder Dexter Fowler won't start a game unless the Rockies fall out of playoff contention. Manager Clint Hurdle said, "As long as we are tied to this thing, he will have opportunities coming off the bench or pinch hitting. If the season turns a different way, then the opportunity is there to start. We need to keep things in a certain vein. If the vein of the game changes, we'd love to get him out there and watch him play."
Our View: Fowler only holds fantasy value if the Rockies are eliminated from the postseason race, which could potentially go down to the final week of the season, as the club currently only trails the Dodgers by 6.5 games in the NL West. |
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| Millar wants to stay in Baltimore | Monday 9/8, 9:03 AM CT |
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Kevin Millar is facing free agency in the off-season and has decided he would like to remain with the Orioles, according to the Baltimore Sun. He said, "Truthfully speaking, I want to be here. I feel like everything is going in the right direction. I enjoy the tough times when you are rebuilding, revamping. I enjoy those times because when you see a team turn the corner, it is pretty neat."
Our View: Millar only holds a .243 batting average, but chipped in 24 doubles, 20 homers, and 71 RBI. He would like to return in 2009, but the Orioles are expected to take a shot at first baseman Mark Teixeira and other players on the market before deciding Millar's future with the team. |
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| Dickerson on injury update | Monday 9/8, 8:23 AM CT |
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Chris Dickerson stated that his sore left ankle has been an ongoing issue, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. He was scratched for Sunday's game and said, "It was pretty sore, but I did get custom-made orthotics during the game. I came in early, they screened my foot. They put them in the shoe that I wore during my at-bat."
Our View: The ankle felt good enough for him to pinch hit in the bottom of the ninth and tied the game with a double against the Cubs. He will get treatment today to see how he feels, and noted that his ailment will be a day-to-day thing.
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