Jay Groome

The MLB announced that Jay Groome has been suspended one year for violating MLB's gambling policy.

Fantasy Impact

Groome is one of four players who was suspended for one year. He bet $453.74 on 30 MLB game-related bets and had a net loss of $433.54 on these bets.

The San Diego Padres optioned Jay Groome to Triple-A El Paso.

Fantasy Impact

Groome will open the season adding some depth as a starter for the Padres in Triple-A.

Jay Groome was acquired by the Padres in exchange for Eric Homer, Max Ferguson, Corey Rosier, and cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

Groome was currently ranked as the 11th best prospect in the Red Sox farm system. The young starter has pitched in 19 games across Double-A and Triple-A. Groome will likely be assigned to the Padres’ Triple-A affiliate.

The Red Sox will add Jason Groome to their 60-man roster pool Tuesday, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Fantasy Impact

Groome is scheduled to report to the Red Sox's alternative training site in Pawtucket. The 21-year-old left came back from Tommy John season last year and still needs more development before he is ready to pitch in the major leagues.

Jay Groome will undergo Tommy John surgery, Sean McAdam of BostonSportsJournal.com reports. Groome is set to have the procedure done later this week or early next week.

Fantasy Impact

Groome is the Red Sox top pitching prospect and former first-round pick. Groome was also owned in many Dynasty leagues. Fantasy owners can move on now as he will be out at least until mid-season of 2019.