Player News
Review the latest player news for a specified group of players.
News: Harper (knee) will return to the lineup Monday against the Giants. (May 20 3:40p)
Impact: Harper will start at right field after missing the last two games with swelling in his left leg. Make sure to get him back in your lineup. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 3:40p ET)
Overall Rank: 39
Position Rank: 6
% Started: 85.5 
% Owned: 99.4
News: The Reds activated Cueto (oblique) from the disabled list Monday. (May 20 2:51p)
Impact: Cueto will rejoin the big club after missing the last five weeks with his oblique injury. He will jump right back into the rotation and start Monday against Shaun Marcum and the Mets. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 2:51p ET)
Overall Rank: 63
Position Rank: 18
% Started: 58.9
% Owned: 95.8
News: Kinsler was placed on the 15-day DL on Sunday due to a right intercostal strain, the Rangers' Executive Vice President of Communications reports. (May 19 1:55p)
Impact: Kinsler tested out his bruised ribs in the batting cage Sunday, during which he still felt pain in the region. As a corresponding move, Jurickson Profar has been called up to provide depth as a middle infielder, but Leury Garcia will get the nod at second base for the second day in a row. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 1:55p ET)
Overall Rank: 29
Position Rank: 3
% Started: 53.3
% Owned: 99.1
News: McCutchen is a late scratch from Sunday's lineup with a sore right knee. (May 19 9:28a)
Impact: McCutchen was in the Pirates' original lineup, but with him sitting now, Starling Marte has been re-inserted into the lineup and will start in center. Since McCutchen was in the original lineup, we're thinking the injury isn't likely too serious. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 9:28a ET)
Overall Rank: 6
Position Rank: 2
% Started: 79.9
% Owned: 99.5
News: Mauer was held out of Friday's lineup against the Red Sox due to back stiffness, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. (May 17 2:25p)
Impact: As a result, consider him day-to-day. Ryan Doumit is catching Friday for the Twins, while Chris Parmelee is moving up to the No. 2 spot in the Minnesota batting order. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 2:25p ET)
Overall Rank: 43
Position Rank: 2
% Started: 92.3
% Owned: 99.3
News: Heyward (abdomen) has been activated from the 15-day DL and is in Friday's lineup against the Dodgers. (May 17 12:32p)
Impact: Heyward will return to the Braves' lineup Friday for the first time since April 20. He will man right field and bat second. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 12:32p ET)
Overall Rank: 33
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 53.1
% Owned: 85.4
News: Harper (head) is back in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres. (May 16 3:34p)
Impact: Harper said he felt terrible after pinch-hitting Wednesday night, but apparently he is healthy enough to play. He's starting in left field and batting third, per usual. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 3:34p ET)
Overall Rank: 39
Position Rank: 6
% Started: 85.5
% Owned: 99.4
News: Price (triceps) has been placed on the 15-day DL, Joe Smith of the Tampa Bay Times reports. (May 16 12:32p)
Impact: Price is currently dealing with a strained left triceps, and it's natural to wonder how long the injury has been affecting him. He has struggled so far this season, going 1-4 with a 5.24 ERA and a 1.436 WHIP. Hopefully the time off will be a blessing in disguise, as he will be able to regain his health. The Rays called up left-handed pitcher Alex Torres to take Price's spot on the roster. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 12:32p ET)
Overall Rank: 19
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 48.7
% Owned: 97.2
News: Price left Wednesday's game against the Red Sox with left triceps tightness, according to ESPN baseball reporter Tim Kurkjian, Roger Mooney of the Tampa Tribune reports. (May 15 5:34p)
Impact: Word from ESPN is that it's a triceps injury that forced Price from Wednesday's start after the left-hander recorded one out in the third. Price's status is unknown until the team elaborates, but fantasy owners are likely holding their collective breath, since we've seen several high-profile starters (Johnny Cueto, Josh Johnson) hit the DL this year with triceps injuries. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 5:34p ET)
Overall Rank: 19
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 48.7
% Owned: 97.2
News: Greinke (collarbone) was activated from the 15-day DL on Wednesday. (May 15 3:18p)
Impact: He'll be starting against the Nationals on Wednesday, marking his first time pitching with the big club since fracturing his collarbone during a tussle with the Padres' Carlos Quentin in his second start of the season. Josh Beckett (groin) was placed on the DL in a subsequent move. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 3:18p ET)
Overall Rank: 99
Position Rank: 27
% Started: 79.3
% Owned: 96.9
News: Greinke (collarbone) will return to the Dodgers' rotation Wednesday against the Nationals. (May 14 4:11p)
Impact: The Dodgers were deciding between activating Greinke or having him pitch once more in the minors, but it appears they will go with the former, barring a setback. Greinke was expected to miss eight weeks after breaking his collarbone in a tussle with the Padres' Carlos Quentin, but he will return to the big leagues in just over four. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 4:11p ET)
Overall Rank: 99
Position Rank: 27
% Started: 79.3
% Owned: 96.9
News: Granderson (forearm), who was activated from the DL, will start in left field and bat cleanup Tuesday against the Mariners. (May 14 1:01p)
Impact: Granderson slashed .400/.429/.550 across 20 at-bats in his rehab assignment at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. While he isn't playing his typical spot in center field, he should do so in time, as the outfield situation eventually works itself out. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 1:01p ET)
Overall Rank: 86
Position Rank: 12
% Started: 51.1
% Owned: 93.3
News: Morrow (back) was officially scratched from his start on Wednesday according to Brendann Kennedy of the Toronto Star. Manager John Gibbons said, "We just want to make sure he's as close to 100-percent as possible." (May 14 12:50p)
Impact: Morrow threw a successful bullpen session Sunday and reported no problems with back spasms. Obviously though, there is something lingering which would be the reason the Blue Jays would continue to hold him back. He is now slated for a start this Saturday against the Yankees (Source: RotoWire / Time: 12:50p ET)
Overall Rank: 87
Position Rank: 25
% Started: 47.6
% Owned: 56.3 
News: Harper had X-rays performed following Monday's game, which were returned negative, the Washington Post reports. His current ailments include a bruised left shoulder and left knee. (May 14 10:21a)
Impact: The scene was somewhat scary Monday following Harper's headfirst run into the right field wall and subsequent daze as a result of the collision. He required 11 stitches under his chin, but luckily, he has appeared to avoid any concussion symptoms. Consider him day-to-day, with Roger Bernadina manning the outfield in his stead. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 10:21a ET)
Overall Rank: 39
Position Rank: 6
% Started: 85.5
% Owned: 99.4
News: Upton (shoulder contusion) doesn't expect to be able to play Tuesday, MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports. "I was initially good and I was alright on defense," he said. "I just went to swing a bat and it was [tight]." (May 13 10:18p)
Impact: Should Upton sit out, this could mean playing time for both Jordan Schafer and Reed Johnson. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 10:18p ET)
Overall Rank: 56
Position Rank: 9
% Started: 40.0
% Owned: 62.0
News: Cespedes left Monday's game in the fifth inning with an apparent illness. (May 13 8:31p)
Impact: He jogged off the field under his own power and hit a home run just two innings prior to exiting, so it doesn't seem like he's hurt. More word on his status when we get it. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 8:31p ET)
Overall Rank: 50
Position Rank: 8
% Started: 62.1
% Owned: 90.2
News: Altuve has been diagnosed with a sublexed right jaw, Brian T. Smith of the Houston Chronicle reports. (May 13 5:34p)
Impact: A collision with teammate Jimmy Paredes resulted in the injury, which has been deemed a sublexed, or partially dislocated, right jaw. There is currently no timetable set for his return. Ronny Cedeno replaced Altuve at second base Monday, but Marwin Gonzalez could also see time there while Altuve's out. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 5:34p ET)
Overall Rank: 94
Position Rank: 7
% Started: 75.9
% Owned: 93.0
News: Gonzalez will return to the lineup Monday against the Nationals. (May 13 3:19p)
Impact: Gonzalez sat out Sunday's game against the Marlins due to a neck injury that has been recurring this season. While it is good to see him back in the lineup, it is worth monitoring his neck to make sure he avoids any setbacks. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 3:19p ET)
Overall Rank: 35
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 84.2
% Owned: 98.6
News: Granderson (forearm), who will play in another rehab outing at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday, could be activated from the DL on Tuesday, YES Network reports. (May 13 1:55p)
Impact: Granderson has progressed well in his rehab, going 7-for-17 (.412) with one homer, three RBI, and two runs scored over four contests at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Since he appears to be in a comfort zone at the plate, he is clearly close to a return to action. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 1:55p ET)
Overall Rank: 86
Position Rank: 12
% Started: 51.1
% Owned: 93.3
News: The Tigers placed Jackson (hamstring) on the disabled list retroactive to May 12, MLB.com's Jason Beck reports. (May 13 10:12a)
Impact: Jackson has dealt with a sore left hamstring for a couple days, and while the Tigers originally thought he would be able to play through it, they ended up deciding he would be better off with a couple weeks of rest. The Tigers will use a number of options in center field in Jackson's absence, and Andy Dirks will likely get the first chance at replacing him atop the order. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 10:12a ET)
Overall Rank: 79
Position Rank: 11
% Started: 32.9
% Owned: 88.3
News: Gonzalez is not in the lineup Sunday after aggravating his neck injury Saturday night, the Los Angeles Times reports. (May 12 10:33a)
Impact: The neck issues have been a recurring problem for Gonzalez, who dealt with the issue Wednesday and the weekend before. The discomfort should fade away within a couple of days, but the constant nuisance it has presented for Gonzalez will make owners want to think long and hard before locking him into weekly lineups. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 10:33a ET)
Overall Rank: 35
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 84.2
% Owned: 98.6
News: Harper (toe) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Cubs. (May 12 8:21a)
Impact: After receiving the past two games off on account of an ingrown toenail, Harper felt comfortable enough moving around Sunday morning to give it a go. He'll slot back into his usual spot in the three-hole. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 8:21a ET)
Overall Rank: 39
Position Rank: 6
% Started: 85.5
% Owned: 99.4
News: Gonzalez (neck) is back in the lineup Friday, the Los Angeles Times reports. (May 10 3:28p)
Impact: Although manager Don Mattingly expressed doubt that Gonzalez would be ready in time for Friday, it looks like he'll be good to go. Gonzalez will slot back in the three-hole without missing any games. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 3:28p ET)
Overall Rank: 35
Position Rank: 5
% Started: 84.2
% Owned: 98.6
News: Greinke, who is expected to pitch for High-A Rancho Cucamonga on Friday, could return to the Dodgers' rotation next Wednesday, the LA Times reports. (May 9 5:57p)
Impact: Greinke was initially expected to miss eight weeks, but could be back after five. He broke the collarbone in his left (non-throwing) shoulder, so arm strength shouldn't be a major issue. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 5:57p ET)
Overall Rank: 99
Position Rank: 27
% Started: 79.3
% Owned: 96.9
News: The Indians activated Bourn (finger) from the disabled list following Thursday's game. (May 9 12:48p)
Impact: Bourn completed his rehab assignment without issue and will rejoin the big club Friday for the beginning of a three-game set with the Tigers. Expect him to jump right back into the leadoff spot in Friday's lineup. (Source: RotoWire / Time: 12:48p ET)
Overall Rank: 67
Position Rank: 10
% Started: 56.5
% Owned: 86.8