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Emmanuel Clase blows save Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:53am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Emmanuel Clase allowed three runs on four hits over one inning to blow the save chance on Sunday against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: Clase entered the ninth inning with a 4-1 lead after he had pitched on Friday and Saturday. He allowed back-to-back doubles to score two runs before a single by Ke’Bryan Hayes tied the game. Clase has had his struggles to start the season, but he should be fine overall.

Category: Game Recaps


Logan Allen allowed one run on five hits over 5 2/3 innings with five strikeouts and one walk in a no-decision on Sunday against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: Allen finished the day just one out shy of a quality start. He was on track for the win until Emmanuel Clase blew the save. Allen is scheduled to face the Red Sox next.

Category: Game Recaps


Adley Rutschman went 2-for-4 with a home run on Sunday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Rutschman's home run was the lone bright spot in an ugly loss for the Orioles. He is hitting .208 now on the year with four home runs.

Category: Game Recaps


Charlie Morton hit hard Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:49am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Charlie Morton allowed seven runs on seven hits over 2 1/3 innings with two strikeouts and four walks in a loss on Sunday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Morton allowed one run in the second inning before things got ugly for the veteran the next frame. He remains off the fantasy radar with a start against the Tigers next.

Category: Game Recaps


Noelvi Marte went 5-for-7 with seven RBI and a home run on Sunday against the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: Marte had a career day as part of a blowout win for the Reds. It included a grand slam off position player Jorge Mateo. He should continue to see more of an opportunity at third base with the Reds.

Category: Game Recaps


Elly De La Cruz goes yard Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:45am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Elly De La Cruz went 1-for-4 with a home run on Sunday against the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: De La Cruz went deep as part of a seven-run third inning for the Reds. He now has five home runs and 22 RBI on the season.

Category: Game Recaps


Wilyer Abreu goes yard Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:41am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Wilyer Abreu went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI on Sunday against the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Abreu put Boston in front with a three-run home run in the first inning. He is up to four long balls with 15 RBI early on the season.

Category: Game Recaps


Tanner Houck bounces back Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:40am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Tanner Houck allowed two runs on three hits over six innings with seven strikeouts and two walks in a no-decision on Sunday against the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Houck was able to settle in after allowing a two-run home run in the first inning. He was able to bounce back after allowing 12 runs (11 earned) in his last start against the Rays. He'll take on the Guardians next.

Category: Game Recaps


Matt Thaiss hits home run Sunday

Mon, Apr 21st 1:37am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Matt Thaiss went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI on Sunday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Thaiss opened the scoring with a two-run home run in the first inning. It was his first long ball on the season.

Category: Game Recaps


Sean Burke allowed four runs (one earned) on five hits over five innings with five strikeouts and three walks in a no-decision on Sunday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Burke dealt with some control issues with the three free passes allowed. He remains off the fantasy radar with a start against the Athletics next.

Category: Game Recaps


The Braves designated Jose Suarez for assignment.

Fantasy Impact: Atlanta needed to open a roster spot after trading for Scott Blewett. Suarez will head to the waiver wire.

Category: Transactions


Scott Blewett traded to Braves

Mon, Apr 21st 12:10am EDT
By Ari Koslow

The Braves acquired Scott Blewett from the Orioles for cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact: Blewett was designated for assignment by Baltimore on Saturday. He'll add extra relief depth for Atlanta.

Category: Transactions


Diamondbacks’ manager Torey Lovullo told reporters that Justin Martinez was unavailable on Sunday due to general fatigue. (Source: Aaron Hughes on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: It explains why Martinez was not used in Sunday's extra inning win. He should be good to go this week.

Category: Injury Updates


Michael Fulmer elects free agency

Mon, Apr 21st 12:07am EDT
By Ari Koslow

Michael Fulmer has elected free agency.

Fantasy Impact: Fulmer went unclaimed on waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Red Sox. He will be able to sign with any team.

Category: Transactions


Merrill Kelly was removed from Sunday's start early against the Cubs due to cramping in his right leg. (Source: Arizona Diamondbacks on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Kelly was lifted after just 81 pitches in the sixth inning. His status will need to be monitored ahead of his next start.

Category: Injury Updates


Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts told reporters Sunday that he expects Tyler Glasnow to make his next scheduled start. (Source: Fabian Ardaya on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Glasnow was removed from his start early in the fifth inning on Sunday. He said he has been feeling much better after drinking fluids. His next start is scheduled to be on Sunday against the Pirates.

Category: Injury Updates


Jeffrey Springs told reporters he is expected to make his next start. (Source: Martin Gallegos on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Springs was forced out of Sunday's start early due to a hamstring injury that could have been a cramp. His next start is scheduled to be on Saturday against the White Sox.

Category: Injury Updates


Kyle Freeland left his start early on Sunday against the Nationals with a blister.

Fantasy Impact: The Rockies will likely have to work deep into their bullpen in Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader.

Category: Injury Updates


Clayton Beeter began a rehab assignment on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Beeter has been sidelined all season due to a shoulder injury. He will likely be activated in the next couple of weeks.

Category: Injury Updates


Zach Eflin progressed to throwing on flat ground from 120 feet.

Fantasy Impact: Eflin is continuing to work his way back on his throwing program. The next step for him will be getting in a bullpen session.

Category: Injury Updates


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