You can bark about the money and commitment bestowed upon Hosmer, or the fact that the lowly Padres seem like an odd fit, but for statistical purposes — and that is what we deal with in this space — Hosmer is a good player. That should not change in 2018. Hosmer has become a lightning […]
Continue readingAtlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos wanted to know if Acuna was ready to play. Not another rehab game in Triple-A, mind you. Anthopoulos was talking about a return to the big leagues. “Oh yeah,” Acuna replied. “Let’s go! Right now!” One of baseball’s most dynamic players came off the injury list Thursday, a week […]
Continue readingNote: This file will be updated with any overnight pitching changes or weather-related game postponements, along with the addition of the latest MLB game odds as of the indicated time of publication. By Mike Sheets • Closer Chart: Latest bullpen intel • MLB Depth Charts for every team • Player news wire with fantasy spin […]
Continue reading“No. You won’t see him in a spring game,” manager Brian Snitker said after Atlanta’s 4-0 win over Minnesota on Tuesday. Acuna, recovering from a torn ACL in his right knee suffered midway through last season, expressed hope at the start of spring training that he would be ready for the defending World Series champion […]
Continue readingThe Atlanta Braves re-signed outfielder Eddie Rosario to a two-year, $18 million contract, the team announced Wednesday. The contract includes a team option for the 2024 season. The Braves also signed outfielder Alex Dickerson to a one-year, $1 million (nonguaranteed) contract and right-hander Tyler Thornburg to a one-year, $900,000 (nonguaranteed) contract on Wednesday. The Braves […]
Continue readingHowever, there is still a little more business with Sunday lineups needing attention. It’s wise to pay extra attention to the lineups as they become available as many managers will give their nicked-up players the extra day, even though they’ll be getting an extended respite this week. Here are Sunday’s players in favorable spots to […]
Continue readingIt’s not the strongest card for streamers, at least not yet as there are several squads yet to announce Wednesday’s starter. If someone emerges, they’ll be added in the standard morning update. There’s just a few more days of grinding until everyone gets a well-deserved respite. Here are some suggestions to head into the break […]
Continue readingTen weeks into the MLB season, we have the fourth No. 1 team of the 2021 campaign atop our MLB Power Rankings. Which American League team is playing well enough to bump the San Diego Padres from the top spot? Which National League club managed to pass the Padres in the Senior Circuit? Which National […]
Continue readingHere are Tuesday’s choices to bolster your fantasy squad, with everyone available in at least half of all ESPN leagues. Matthew Boyd (L), rostered in 45% of ESPN leagues, Detroit Tigers vs. Seattle Mariners: While Boyd’s 2021 resurgence may be aided in part by smoke and mirrors (and a low BABIP and HR/FB), he’s still […]
Continue readingSan Francisco announced the move prior to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs. A three-time All-Star, Kazmir was 0-1 with a 6.43 ERA in three appearances (two starts) for San Francisco. He started against the Cubs on Friday and lasted two innings, giving up a two-run homer to Kris Bryant in the first inning. […]
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