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S. Rodríguez - 2B

PIT

Sean Rodriguez was involved in a car accident on Sunday and is said to be in stable condition.

He was driving with his family when they were T-boned by someone driving a stolen police car. His wife is okay, but was in the hospital, and his children are in serious, but stable condition. Thoughts and prayers go out to the Rodriguez family.

Analysis: Ethan Rosler

Added Jan 29 8:59 pm (EST)

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M. Canha - LF

OAK

Mark Canha (hip) has added 10 pounds this offseason. He feels great and won't be limited in any way this spring.

Canha had surgery in May last season to repair a left hip impingement and labral tear. He had a good rookie season in 2015 and seems to be ready for 2017 after adding the extra muscle. He won't have any limitations in spring training and could be a sleeper in fantasy leagues this season.

Analysis: Mitchell Renz

Added Jan 28 8:58 am (EST)

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J. Lowrie - 2B

OAK

Manager Bob Melvin says he will ease 2B Jed Lowrie (toe) in during the spring.

Lowrie had surgery in August to repair ligament damage in his left foot. Lowrie seems to be recovering well and hasn't suffered any setbacks at this time. He turns 33 this season and with a batting average of .246 over the last two seasons he isn't worth drafting in most leagues.

Analysis: Mitchell Renz

Added Jan 28 8:57 am (EST)

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J. Phegley - C

OAK

Manager Bob Melvin hopes C Josh Phegley (knee) will be ready for spring training.

Back in August Phegley was treated for synovitis in his right knee. This injury is usually very painful and requires for the synovial membrane to be removed. Playing catcher is a ton of stress on the knees so the Athletics will be cautious with him and not rush him back until he is 100 percent healthy.

Analysis: Mitchell Renz

Added Jan 28 8:55 am (EST)

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M. Moustakas - 3B

MIL

Mike Moustakas said his knee is "almost 100 percent." He shouldn't have limitations in the spring, but'll likely have a slower schedule than usual.

Moustakas had ACL surgery last May and shouldn't have any limitations once Spring Training starts. The Royals will bring him back slow to make sure he is fully healthy for the start of the season. Before the injury, Moustakas played in 27 games in 2016 and had a batting average of .240 with seven home runs and 13 RBIs.

Analysis: Mitchell Renz

Added Jan 28 8:50 am (EST)

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G. Parra - LF

COL

Gerardo Parra is feeling strong and has fully recovered from his high ankle sprain.

Parra was only able to play in 102 games in 2016, and largely disappointed owners who expected big things with the move to Coors Field. It is unclear what his role will be going forward, but most signs point to a platoon. He is not someone to target in most formats, unless he is able to win a job outright in the Spring.

Analysis: Ron Rigney

Added Jan 26 9:23 pm (EST)

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T. Zych - RP

Tony Zych (shoulder) started a light throwing program.

Zych is expected to be ready for Spring Training, but figures to be in the middle of the Seattle bullpen. His value in fantasy is limited.

Analysis: Ron Rigney

Added Jan 26 9:20 pm (EST)

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S. Cishek - RP

CHI

Steve Cishek (hip) started a light throwing program.

Cishek is still a ways away from being able to appear in a game, so he is best forgotten at this point. He is still a speculative add down the line in case Edwin Diaz stumbles in the closer role. Cishek himself has had his struggles in the same role as well, so keep expectations in check.

Analysis: Ron Rigney

Added Jan 26 9:14 pm (EST)

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M. Betts - RF

BOS

Mookie Betts will not have any restrictions when spring training begins.

Betts had his knee scoped and had some "loose bodies" removed in the off season, which will cause him to miss the World Baseball Classic. Betts is a consensus first rounder heading into 2017, and it is easy to see why after he filled the stat sheet with 31 homers 113 RBI, 26 steals and 122 runs. Hitting in a talented Red Sox lineup, there is no reason to believe he will not post a similar season in 2017.

Analysis: Ron Rigney

Added Jan 26 9:10 pm (EST)

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V. Martínez - DH

DET

Victor Martinez had hernia surgery in October.

In 154 games in 2016 the veteran hit .289/.351/.476 with 27 homers and 86 RBI. Martinez only started 5 games at first, so his days in the field are all but over, which pigeonholes him in fantasy to your DH spot. His numbers speak for themselves however, and you could do much worse in your DH spot come draft day.

Analysis: Ron Rigney

Added Jan 26 9:07 pm (EST)

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D. Keuchel - SP

HOU

Dallas Keuchel (shoulder) has been playing catch three times a week.

Keuchel finished the season on the DL due to an ailing shoulder. He had a horrible follow up to a fantastic breakout 2015, finishing with a 4.55 ERA over 168 innings, with a 1.29 WHIP. He'll be far cheaper this draft day than in past years, but unless he regains some of his previous velocity and command, that's where he will finish the season as well.

Analysis: Nathan Dokken

Added Jan 26 8:50 pm (EST)

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J. Diekman - RP

ARI

Jake Diekman underwent successful surgery on his colon.

Diekman had surgery today to treat his colitis, which is a very painful digestive condition. The Rangers pitcher has dealt with colitis for his entire career but the condition got worse recently which prompted Diekman to opt for surgery. He's expected to miss at least half of the season for Texas. The 30-year-old appeared in 66 games out of the bullpen in 2016, notching 26 holds and sporting a solid 1.17 WHIP.

Analysis: Alex Gormley

Added Jan 25 5:08 pm (EST)

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J. Choi - 1B

Choi was removed from Friday's game against the Blue Jays due to a sore left knee, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Choi went 2-for-3 with a double and two runs scored prior to leaving the game with a knee issue. He'll be considered day-to-day until more information on his availability is revealed.

Added Yesterday 11:49 pm (EST)

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K. Wong - 2B

STL

Wong was removed from Friday's game against the Giants because of cramping.

Given the nature of the issue, Wong shouldn't be forced to miss much if any time. He'll be considered day-to-day heading into Saturday's contest.

Added Yesterday 11:46 pm (EST)

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W. Chen - SP

MIA

Chen struck out eight in seven scoreless innings Friday against the Reds, allowing three hits and no walks in a no-decision.

Chen had a fantastic outing Friday but was locked in a pitcher's duel against the Reds' Luis Castillo. Since the beginning of August, Chen has gone 3-3 with a 2.53 ERA in eight starts, recording 48 strikeouts in 46.1 innings. The left-hander sports a 4.66 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 25 starts on the year. He'll take on the Nationals in his next start in Washington.

Added Yesterday 11:27 pm (EST)

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L. Castillo - SP

CIN

Castillo struck out five in 8.1 scoreless innings Friday against the Marlins, allowing five hits and one walk in a no-decision.

Castillo was outstanding in Friday's outing, allowing just one extra-base hit while throwing 73 of 102 pitches for strikes. In his last 10 starts, Castillo has thrown six quality starts and three of those have been scoreless outings. On the season the young right-hander has a 4.30 ERA and 1.22 WHIP to go along with a 165:49 K:BB in 169.2 innings. His next scheduled start will be a matchup with the Pirates at home.

Added Yesterday 11:24 pm (EST)

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R. Núñez - 3B

BAL

Nunez went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored in Friday's 8-10 loss to the Yankees.

Nunez went deep in the eighth inning to cut the deficit to three, but New York would escape with a two-run victory. The 24-year-old is slashing .243/.307/.386 through 65 games with the regular season winding down.

Added Yesterday 11:19 pm (EST)

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D. Betances - RP

NYY

Betances logged the save Friday against the Orioles, tossing a scoreless ninth inning while allowing one hit and striking out one.

Betances gave up a one-out single, but he managed to retire the final two batters to preserve the victory. He's managed to string together two scoreless outings since blowing a save Sunday against Toronto, and he'll handle mid-to-high-leverage situations down the stretch of the regular season as the Yankees head into the playoffs.

Added Yesterday 11:17 pm (EST)

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A. Hicks - CF

NYY

Hicks went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, two walks and four runs scored Friday in the win over Baltimore.

Hicks launched a two-run home run in the fourth inning to cap off a four-run frame, handing the Yankees a 6-0 lead. Following Friday's performance, he's hit safely in five straight games, going 7-for-19 with four extra-base hits and five RBI over that stretch. Hicks owns a .247/.369/.460 slash line through 131 games in 2018.

Added Yesterday 11:16 pm (EST)

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D. Gregorius - SS

NYY

Gregorius went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored Friday against the Orioles.

Gregorius kicked off the scoring in the first inning with a two-run blast over the fence in right field. He sits with 55 extra-base hits, 86 RBI and 10 stolen bases through 131 games in 2018. He'll continue to serve as a key cog in New York's offense heading into the postseason.

Added Yesterday 11:16 pm (EST)

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