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Justin Verlander - SP

Houston Astros

Astros general manger James Click said during a recent interview with Brian McTaggart of MLB.com that Justin Verlander (groin) is "right on schedule" and recovering "very well."

Added Mar 30 1:47 pm (EST)

Already sidelined with a mild lat strain, Verlander required right groin surgery two weeks ago. The expectation was that the veteran right-hander would need six weeks to recover, but that should still put him in line to pitch for the Astros whenever the season begins, at least assuming the lat still isn't giving him issues. He could end up being a value depending on the timing of your fantasy draft.

Added Mar 30 1:47 pm (EST)

Added Mar 30 1:47 pm (EST)

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SCHEDULE / RESULTS

Date	Time	Opp	Opp Record	Result	Pitchers
Oct 13	8:40 pm		-	L, 2-5	WP - R. Yarbrough, LP - J. Urquidy
Oct 14	8:40 pm		-	W, 4-3	WP - Z. Greinke, LP - T. Glasnow
Oct 15	5:07 pm		-	W, 4-3	WP - L. Garcia, LP - J. Curtiss
Oct 16	6:07 pm	at	-	W, 7-4	WP - F. Valdez, LP - B. Snell
Oct 17	8:37 pm	at	-	L, 2-4	WP - C. Morton, LP - L. McCullers Jr.

DEPTH CHART

Rotation

Closer

R. Pressly (R)

Bullpen

Catcher

First Base

Y. Gurriel (R)

Second Base

Third Base

Shortstop

Designated Hitter

Left Field

Center Field

M. Straw (R)

Right Field

K. Tucker (L)

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MLB DRAFT GUIDE

Fantasy Alarm

Welcome to the 2021 MLB Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide

Published Dec 28 8:30 pm (EST)

Fantasy Alarm

Welcome to the 2021 MLB Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide

Fantasy Alarm introduces the 2021 MLB Living Draft Guide and what to...

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Welcome to the 2021 MLB Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide

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Published Dec 28 8:30 pm (EST)

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MLB Report: Phillies interested in Andrelton Simmons

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MLB Giants looking at Rosario, Bradley for OF help

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A. Simmons - SS

FA

Howard Eskin of 94 WIP and Fox 29 TV reports that the Phillies are interested in free agent shortstop Andrelton Simmons.

Jon Heyman of MLB Network confirms the report and adds that the Blue Jays and Reds are also interested. According to Eskin, the Phillies are looking to add someone on a one-year deal. Of course, Didi Gregorius is still out there, as well as Marcus Semien. Among the three available shortstop, Simmons might be the most likely to be amenable to a one-year deal in hopes of recouping his value. The 31-year-old slashed .297/.346/.356 across 127 plate appearances last season with the Angels before opting out in September due to COVID-19 concerns.

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Howard Eskin on Twitter

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T. Cingrani - RP

FA

Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports that free agent left-hander Tony Cingrani will throw for teams on February 1.

Cingrani failed to latch on with a team last year after requiring labrum surgery in 2019. The 31-year-old last pitched for the Dodgers in 2018, posting a 4.76 ERA with 36 strikeouts and six walks in 22 2/3 relief innings. He might have to settle for a spring training invite somewhere.

Added 10:35 am (EST)

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Jon Heyman on Twitter

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B. Gardner - LF

FA

Jack Curry of YES Network reports that the Yankees recently "rekindled conversations" with free agent outfielder Brett Gardner.

Curry writes that the two sides got in touch after the recently completed deal for D.J. LeMahieu. Gardner probably wouldn't have a regular role at this point, but he still offers value as a left-handed batter who can play all across the outfield. The Yankees declined Gardner's $10 million option for 2021 after the 37-year-old batted just .223/.354/.392 during the truncated 2020 campaign. He's spent his entire 13-year major league career in pinstripes.

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Jack Curry on Twitter

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J. Wilson - RP

FA

Jon Heyman of MLB Network believes that the Mets may turn to Justin Wilson after failing to sign Brad Hand.

The Mets were considered serious contenders -- at one point possibly the favorite -- to sign Hand at one point, but reports indicate that he'll be heading to Washington and the Nationals. Wilson appeared in 68 games over the last two years, and he registered a 2.91 ERA and 67/28 K/BB ratio in 58 2/3 innings. He'd be a bridge to Edwin Diaz if he did return to the Mets.

Added Yesterday 8:40 pm (EST)

Added Yesterday 8:40 pm (EST)

Jon Heyman on Twitter

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B. Hand - RP

WSH

Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Nationals have signed Brad Hand to a one-year, $10.5 million contract.

As Passan points out in his report, he gets more than the $10 million option that Cleveland declined at the end of the 2020 season. Jesse Daugherty notes that the deal is pending a physical, and does not contain any options or incentives. The left-hander will serve as the stopper for the Nationals after leading MLB in saves in 2020 with 16, and he posted an excellent 2.05 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 29/4 K/BB ratio in his 22 innings over the truncated campaign. He'll be a strong fantasy option in 2021, and the most reliable closer that Washington has had in a while, with all due respect to the other options they've had.

Added Yesterday 7:31 pm (EST)

Added Yesterday 7:31 pm (EST)

Jon Heyman on Twitter

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T. Stokes Jr. - LF

PIT

Pirates designated OF Troy Stokes for assignment.

The Pirates needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster following the Jameson Taillon trade. Stokes was just claimed off waivers from the Tigers a couple weeks ago and will now go through the process again.

Added Yesterday 2:28 pm (EST)

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E. Rosario - LF

FA

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that the Giants have interest in Eddie Rosario and Jackie Bradley Jr. as they seek outfield help.

Bradley makes more sense positionally since the Giants could use a center fielder more than corner outfielder. However, Rosario would offer more offensive potential for a club that could use some more thump in their lineup. The Mets, Phillies, Red Sox, Astros and Rockies have been connected to Bradley, while the Red Sox and Marlins are reportedly interested in Rosario.

Added Yesterday 2:14 pm (EST)

Added Yesterday 2:14 pm (EST)

San Francisco Chronicle

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M. Escotto - SS

NYY

Pirates acquired INF Maikol Escotto, RHPs Miguel Yajure and Roansy Contreras and OF Canaan Smith from the Yankees for RHP Jameson Taillon.

Escotto is an 18-year-old who has only played in the Dominican summer league since turning pro. He's a lottery ticket for the Pirates.

Added Yesterday 2:11 pm (EST)

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