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  • Fantasy Week 18
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    Operation Overthrow216.5
    111213.0
    Fantasy Fanatic Jim 8215.5
    11thBase107.0
    Stressed 20204.0
    Nuf Ced6189.5
    WTF SL 26175.5
    Orioles Will Win178.0
    Spit Balls184.0
  • StandingsExpanded
    NorthWLPts
    Operation Paperclip964337.5
    111784537.5
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    Spit Balls694070.5
    Orioles Will Win4113853.0
  • Player Notes
    German Marquez Tue Jul 22 7:20pm CT

    Colorado Rockies right-hander German Marquez (biceps) said he is dealing with biceps tendon inflammation and is expected to land on the 15-day injured list, according to MLB.com's Thomas Harding. Marquez underwent an MRI exam on Tuesday, which confirmed his biceps inflammation. Right-hander Tanner Gordon is with the team in Colorado and is in line to make the start for Wednesday's contest at Coors Field against the St. Louis Cardinals. The 30-year-old Marquez hasn't been much of a fantasy asset in 2025, going 3-11 with a 5.67 ERA, 1.64 WHIP, 73 strikeouts and 35 walks in 98 1/3 innings pitched over his 20 starts. Marquez was pulled from his last start early on Sunday against the Minnesota Twins after giving up three earned runs in three innings. It's possible that he'll be sidelined beyond two weeks with this injury.

    From RotoBaller

    Adley Rutschman Tue Jul 22 7:10pm CT

    Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (oblique) is a "possibility" to return from the 10-day injured list this weekend when the team plays a series against the Colorado Rockies, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Rutschman will catch for Triple-A Norfolk in a minor-league game on Wednesday and could be eased back in the designated hitter role after he's activated. The 27-year-old switch-hitting backstop has missed over a month with an oblique strain, but he's on the verge of a return to the Orioles to take over starting catching duties. Fantasy managers can only hope that the former first-rounder out of Oregon State can turn things around in the second half of the season, as he hit a disappointing .227 (55-for-242) with eight home runs, 20 RBI and 31 runs in the first half before his injury.

    From RotoBaller

    Alec Burleson Tue Jul 22 7:00pm CT

    After initially being held out of Tuesday's starting lineup at Coors Field versus the Colorado Rockies, the St. Louis Cardinals have added outfielder Alec Burleson (foot) to the batting order. He will start in left field and bat third against Rockies right-hander Bradley Blalock. Initially, the Cards had Brendan Donovan in left field and rookie Thomas Saggese starting at second base, but now Donovan will head to the keystone and Saggese will start on the bench. Burleson fouled a ball off his right foot in Monday's series opener and was pulled early as a precaution. Thankfully, X-rays came back negative. Especially in a hitter-friendly venue, fantasy managers will want to get the 26-year-old left-handed hitter back in their starting lineups. The former second-rounder has been consistent with a .289/.336/.464 slash line, .800 OPS, 12 homers, 44 RBI and 32 runs in 304 at-bats.

    From RotoBaller

    Zach Eflin Tue Jul 22 7:00pm CT

    Baltimore Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin (back) will return from the injured list and start on Wednesday against the Cleveland Guardians, and he'll be followed by right-hander Charlie Morton in the series finale in Cleveland on Thursday, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Eflin, who has made 12 starts this year due to injuries, should have two starts before the July 31 trade deadline. The 31-year-old made two minor-league rehab starts and got built up to 68 pitches over four innings in his latest outing, so fantasy managers will probably want to fade him as a streamer in his first start back in the big leagues this week, even in a plus matchup against a Guardians team that ranks third-to-last in team OPS (.671). When healthy in 2025, Eflin has struggled to a 5.95 ERA (5.72 FIP) and 1.43 WHIP with 42 K's and 11 walks in 62 innings.

    From RotoBaller

    Sal Frelick Tue Jul 22 6:50pm CT

    Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (hamstring) expects to be back in the team's starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Miami Marlins, but he has some tests to pass first, including on-field batting practice on Tuesday, per MLB.com's Adam McCalvy. Frelick went on the 10-day injured list after injuring his left hamstring in the final game of the first half of the season, but it sounds like he's raring to go this weekend. As long as he gets through batting practice and a few other tests, he should come off the IL when he's eligible on Friday. The 25-year-old is useful for his speed in fantasy leagues -- he's already one steal shy of tying his career-high -- and he's also hitting a strong .294 (101-for-344) in 93 games in his third season with the Brew Crew. Frelick also has an xBA of .272 and limited power at the dish.

    From RotoBaller

    Shane McClanahan Tue Jul 22 6:40pm CT

    Bally Sports' Ryan Bass reports that the Tampa Bay Rays are "pulling back" ace Shane McClanahan (bicep, triceps) for a few days due to a sore bicep, which means he will miss his next minor-league rehab start on Thursday. Manager Kevin Cash said it has nothing to do with the triceps nerve issue that McClanahan dealt with in spring training, and it's just the result of fatigue while building his arm up. "He's frustrated, rightfully so, because he wants to be here," Cash said. "He wants to help us, so he could get a ball right back in his hand in the next two or three days." While it's frustrating for fantasy managers that have been holding the 28-year-old southpaw all year, it's ultimately not terrible news. It's still possible that McClanahan could make his season debut in August, although he'll likely be on a short leash and won't have much time to make a fantasy impact.

    From RotoBaller

    Kerry Carpenter Tue Jul 22 6:00pm CT

    Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment on Tuesday with Triple-A Toledo. Carpenter has been sidelined since the beginning of July due to a right hamstring strain. He has been ramping up his activities lately and appears ready to get back into game action. He figures to need a few rehab contests before rejoining the Tigers. Fantasy managers might be able to get Carpenter back in their lineups by this weekend.

    From RotoBaller

    Joc Pederson Tue Jul 22 5:50pm CT

    Texas Rangers outfielder Joc Pederson (hand) was able to take part in batting practice ahead of Tuesday's game against the Athletics. This is a good sign as Pederson has been out since late May due to a fractured right hand. The organization is hopeful Pederson can take batting practice again on Wednesday. After that, Pederson should be able to go on a minor league rehab assignment. Rangers manager Bruce Bochy didn't mention how long Pederson would stay in the minors. He figures to need a handful of games before being ready to play in Texas again. There's a decent chance that he's ready to play again by early August.

    From RotoBaller

    Lance McCullers Jr. Tue Jul 22 5:50pm CT

    Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (finger) has been placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday. McCullers has been crushed for nine earned runs over his last two outings. Possibly, the blister on his finger is part of the reason McCullers is struggling right now. He'll now get a few weeks off, but figures to rejoin the rotation in early August. In a corresponding move, right-hander Nick Hernandez has been recalled to take the spot on the active roster. The Astros haven't announced who is going to take the vacant spot in the rotation.

    From RotoBaller

    Nathan Eovaldi Tue Jul 22 5:40pm CT

    Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (back) has been cleared to take the mound for Wednesday's contest against the Athletics. Eovaldi was scratched ahead of his start on Sunday due to back tightness. He received a few days off rest and is now ready to take the mound again without any restrictions. Eovaldi holds a 1.58 ERA, 0.85 WHIP, and a 94/14 K/BB ratio across 16 starts this season. He needs to be rostered and started in all fantasy formats ahead of this outing against the A's.

    From RotoBaller

    Edgardo Henriquez Tue Jul 22 5:30pm CT

    Los Angeles Dodgers pitching prospect Edgardo Henriquez (foot) has been recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City. The Dodgers' 15th-ranked prospect started the year on the injured list with a foot injury, but began a rehab assignment in late May. In 18 relief appearances at Oklahoma City, the 6-foot-4 hurler posted an uninspiring 5.89 ERA and a 1.69 WHIP, but struck out 30.2 percent of batters he faced (12.8 percent BB%). The 23-year-old came into the season with serious momentum, blazing through each level of the minors on the back of a phenomenal 38.9 percent strikeout rate with 88 strikeouts in 53 innings pitched, but was sidetracked by the foot injury. The right-hander will likely fill a middle relief role, but with an open closer role pending Tanner Scott's health, fantasy managers should keep an eye on the situation.

    From RotoBaller

    Max Muncy Tue Jul 22 5:30pm CT

    Athletics infielder Max Muncy (hand) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. Muncy was forced to make an early exit from Monday's game after getting hit by a pitch in the hand. The X-rays came back negative, but additional imaging showed a fractured hand. There is a decent chance that Muncy is done for the season as this injury will require a lengthy stint on the injured list. In his absence, Luis Urias and Gio Urshela are expected to split up the duties at second base. Muncy wasn't bringing enough to the table to warrant rostering in most fantasy formats right now anyway.

    From RotoBaller

    Ha-Seong Kim Tue Jul 22 5:20pm CT

    Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (back) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Chicago White Sox. Kim will take a seat here after being forced to exit early during Monday's contest due to lower back tightness. It has been a rough season for Kim who has been limited to 10 games so far due to injuries. Luckily, this doesn't sound like the type of issue that would require a stint on the injured list. For now, Kim is considered day-to-day. Taylor Walls will take over at shortstop and bat ninth versus right-hander Davis Martin on Tuesday.

    From RotoBaller

    Pete Crow-Armstrong Tue Jul 22 5:20pm CT

    Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (knee) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Crow-Armstrong is back in the mix after missing one game due to a left knee contusion he suffered during Sunday's contest. He'll slide right back into center field and bat fifth versus left-hander Rich Hill on Tuesday. Crow-Armstrong is having an incredible season with 26 home runs and 26 steals heading into Tuesday's game. Fantasy managers should make sure to get him into their lineups ahead of first pitch.

    From RotoBaller

    Edward Cabrera Tue Jul 22 4:00pm CT

    The Miami Marlins believe that right-hander Edward Cabrera (elbow) is well-rested and ready to go for his start on Tuesday against the visiting San Diego Padres, and no restrictions will be placed on him as far as pitch count or inning limit, per Kevin Barral of Fish on First. Cabrera was pulled from his final start of the first half of the season on July 11 against the Baltimore Orioles due to elbow discomfort, but tests didn't reveal anything alarming, and the 27-year-old appears ready to go after resting up during the All-Star break last week. Before his last start against Baltimore, he hadn't given up more than two runs in 11 straight starts. The Dominican hurler enters the second half with a 3.61 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 86 K's in 82 1/3 innings over his 16 starts. Don't be afraid to roll with him against a Padres offense that has had its share of struggles in 2025.

    From RotoBaller

    Tyler Freeman Tue Jul 22 3:40pm CT

    Colorado Rockies outfielder Tyler Freeman (illness) is serving as the designated hitter and will bat leadoff for the Rockies for Tuesday's tilt at Coors Field against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals and right-hander Erick Fedde. Freeman will return to the field after missing the last two games while being under the weather. Despite only having one home run in 170 at-bats in his first year in Colorado, the 26-year-old will have some DFS sleeper appeal out of the leadoff spot at hitter-friendly Coors Field against a very hittable pitcher. Freeman is getting it done in 56 games for the last-place Rockies this year, slashing .324/.401/.435 with a career-best .836 OPS, 15 RBI, 25 runs and 12 stolen bases in 197 plate appearances. The former second-rounder of the Cleveland Guardians has gone 19-for-56 (.339) with seven doubles, four RBI and three steals in 13 games in July.

    From RotoBaller

    Wilyer Abreu Tue Jul 22 3:20pm CT

    Boston Red Sox outfielders Jarren Duran and Wilyer Abreu will both take a seat for Tuesday's contest against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park with left-hander Cristopher Sanchez on the mound. Rob Refsnyder is starting in left field and batting leadoff, while rookie Roman Anthony is in right field and in the two-hole. Duran is hitting only .209 (29-for-139) with one of his nine home runs on the year against left-handers, and he's sitting against a southpaw for the second straight time. Abreu, who also hits from the left side, has batted .225 (9-for-40) with only one of his 20 homers coming against lefties. Refsnyder is known as a lefty killer in his career and is hitting a solid .273 (30-for-110) on the year, but he doesn't come with much pop. Refsynder has gone 22-for-76 (.289) with four of his five long balls on the year against southpaws.

    From RotoBaller

    Rafael Devers Tue Jul 22 3:20pm CT

    San Francisco Giants infielder/designated hitter Rafael Devers is making his first career start at first base and will bat third in the order on Tuesday against the hosting Atlanta Braves and right-hander Davis Daniel at Truist Park. After refusing to play first base in Boston after the season-ending injury to Triston Casas (knee), Devers was traded to the Giants in the first half and immediately said he'd be willing to work out at the cold corner. In fact, this is also the first time that the 28-year-old will play the field in 2025 after serving as a full-time DH for his first 102 starts of the season. His fantasy managers will just be hoping that the Dominican can get going at the plate on Tuesday. Since joining the Gigantes, the three-time All-Star has hit just .219 (23-for-105) with two home runs, 10 RBI and 10 runs scored in 29 games played.

    From RotoBaller

    Javier Baez Tue Jul 22 3:10pm CT

    Detroit Tigers infielder/outfielder Javier Baez (shoulder) is back at shortstop and will hit eighth for Tuesday's contest against the hosting Pittsburgh Pirates and right-hander Mitch Keller at PNC Park. Baez was pulled from Sunday's game after aggravating an existing left-shoulder injury in the series finale against the Texas Rangers. It wasn't considered a major injury, though, and the 32-year-old All-Star will return to the Tigers' lineup after sitting out Monday's series opener. Although he has been quiet at the plate recently, 2025 has been a pretty nice bounce-back season for the free-swinging shortstop, as he was an All-Star for the third time and is currently hitting .274/.308/.438 with 10 homers and 39 RBI in 81 games. Baez has hit just .180 in his last 15 games, but he's batting .357 with a solo homer in 14 career at-bats against Keller.

    From RotoBaller

    Carson Seymour Tue Jul 22 2:40pm CT

    San Francisco Giants pitching prospect Carson Seymour was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. The Giants' 20th-ranked prospect has pitched well there this season, registering a 3.86 ERA, a 1.34 WHIP, and 90 strikeouts in 77 innings pitched over 16 appearances (15 starts). The 26-year-old made his MLB debut in late June, but as a reliever, and in those two appearances, he was unable to replicate that success. The 6-foot-6 hurler allowed seven hits, including three home runs, in a total of four innings pitched, tallying a 2:0 K:BB. It's not clear if he'll be used as a starter or reliever this time around, as the Giants sent one starter (Hayden Birdsong) and one reliever (Tristan Beck) down to Triple-A, and brought one other reliever (Sean Hjelle) up with him, but until more is known, the Kansas State product can safely be left on the waiver wire.

    From RotoBaller

  • MLB SCOREBOARD - Tue Jul 22FULL
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    SD151
    MIA380
    Bot 6RHE
    BAL230
    CLE340
    Bot 6RHE
    DET362
    PIT5100
    Bot 6RHE
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    PHI470
    Middle 7RHE
    CIN171
    WSH670
    Bot 5RHE
    CWS231
    TB430
    Top 5RHE
    NYY340
    TOR140
    Middle 5RHE
    LAA270
    NYM010
    Bot 4RHE
    SF450
    ATL030
    Bot 2RHE
    KC000
    CHC010
    Bot 2RHE
    LV110
    TEX000
    7:40pm
    STLFedde R (3-9)
    COLBlalock R (0-2)
    8:40pm
    HOUValdez L (10-4)
    ARIRodriguez L (3-6)
    8:40pm
    MILMisiorowski R (4-1)
    SEAGilbert R (2-3)
    9:10pm
    MINWoods Richardson R (5-4)
    LADYamamoto R (8-7)
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