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Doug Fister - S - Tigers

Doug Fister was knocked around for five earned runs on nine hits over 4 2/3 innings in a loss on Sunday night against the Rangers.

Fister worked up a high pitch count early and had to be pulled after giving up four runs in a disastrous fifth inning. It was his first non-quality start this season and just his second loss. Fister will take a 3.62 ERA and 1.26 WHIP into a matchup with the Twins on Friday.

May 19 - 11:56 PM

Scott Van Slyke - OF - Dodgers

Scott Van Slyke is day-to-day after leaving Sunday's game with a leg injury.

Van Slyke fouled a pitch off his left leg and had to be removed from the game. The injury isn't considered serious and the Dodgers expect him to available for the start of Monday's series against the Brewers.

Source: Dodgers.mlb.com

May 19 - 11:39 PM

Carlos Ruiz - C - Phillies

Carlos Ruiz (hamstring) will undergo an MRI on Monday.

Ruiz left Sunday's game with a right hamstring strain and is likely headed to the disabled list. The Phillies are expected to call up Humberto Quintero to replace him on the active roster.

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer

May 19 - 10:24 PM

Cameron Maybin - OF - Padres

Cameron Maybin (wrist) could begin a rehab assignment Friday.

Maybin was recently cleared to resume hitting activities and hasn't had any setbacks. On the disabled list since April 17, he's now close to returning to the Padres. Maybin was hitting just .091/.167/.121 with no home runs prior to the injury but offers plenty of fantasy potential when he's healthy.

Source: Padres.mlb.com

May 19 - 10:06 PM

Andrew McCutchen - OF - Pirates

Andrew McCutchen is day-to-day with right knee soreness.

McCutchen was injured sliding into home Thursday, but it's not a major concern and he isn't dealing with any structural damage. The Pirates should update his status on Monday.

Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter

May 19 - 9:44 PM

Barry Zito - S - Giants

Barry Zito allowed five runs on 11 hits over 5 2/3 innings in his start Sunday against the Rockies.

It was another bad outing from Zito, and he's now failed to win a game in his last five starts. He needed 108 pitches to get through the five-plus innings and continues to struggle on the road this season, where he has an 11.25 ERA. Zito will get a rematch with the Rockies in his next start on Saturday.

May 19 - 9:14 PM

Juan Nicasio - S - Rockies

Juan Nicasio threw six scoreless innings Sunday in a win over the Giants.

Nicasio was knocked around for five runs in his previous outing, so it was a solid bounce back effort. He allowed just three hits, one walk, and had five strikeouts. Nicasio was a candidate to be sent down earlier this month, but his rotation spot is safe for now. Roy Oswalt is expected to make 4-5 starts with Double-A Tulsa before the Rockies need to decide whether or not to call him up.

May 19 - 9:12 PM

Dexter Fowler - OF - Rockies

Dexter Fowler went 4-for-5 with two runs in Sunday's win over the Giants.

Fowler has multi-hit games in each of his last three starts and is finally heating up after a sluggish start to the month. He's batting .286/.375/.494 and ranks 10th in the National League with eight home runs this season.

May 19 - 8:59 PM

Andrew Cashner - S - Padres

Andrew Cashner held the Nationals to three runs on seven hits over six-plus innings Sunday for his third win of the season.

He gave up just one walk and had six strikeouts. His lone mistake came on a two-run home run to Ryan Zimmerman in the fourth inning. Since converting to a starter, Cashner's fastball has averaged 94.8 mph, where he ranks second only to Stephen Strasburg. He's surrendered just four runs over his last 21 innings and remains a must-own in standard mixed fantasy leagues.

May 19 - 8:38 PM

Dan Haren - S - Nationals

Dan Haren was pulled in the fifth inning after giving up seven runs Sunday in a loss to the Padres.

Haren suffered an ankle injury during his last start and may not be completely healthy. He allowed three runs in the first inning and gave up a pair of home runs to Will Venable and Kyle Blanks. Haren is in position to bounce back with a matchup against the Phillies next week.

May 19 - 8:34 PM

Nathan Karns - S - Nationals

Nate Karns allowed three runs on seven hits over six innings and had six strikeouts in his start Friday at Double-A Harrisburg.

Karns didn't make it out of the first inning in his previous outing, so it was a much needed return to form. If Ross Detwiler is placed on the disabled list, Karns could become an option for the Nationals. He has a 4.38 ERA and 46 strikeouts over 39 innings (eight starts) at the Double-A level.

May 19 - 8:32 PM

Luis Mendoza - S - Royals

Luis Mendoza allowed just two runs on eight hits over six innings in his start Sunday against the Athletics.

Mendoza earned his first win earlier this week, and has put together three straight quality starts. He would have been in line for his second win, but the Royals' bullpen allowed a home run to Yoenis Cespedes in the eighth inning that cost him the game. Mendoza has a 5.50 ERA in seven appearances (six starts) this season and will continue to serve as Kansas City's No. 5 starter.

May 19 - 7:58 PM

Ryan Cook - R - Athletics

Ryan Cook earned his first save of the season on Sunday against the Royals.

With both Grant Balfour and Sean Doolittle unavailable, Cook came out to close the ninth inning and nearly allowed the Royals back in the game with consecutive two-out singles before he managed to get out of it. Balfour has converted his last 26 saves, so he isn't in danger of losing his job.

May 19 - 7:52 PM

A.J. Griffin - S - Athletics

A.J. Griffin gave up three runs on seven hits over six innings Sunday in a no-decision against the Royals.

It was another solid outing from Griffin, who has allowed a combined seven earned runs in his past four starts. He finished with five strikeouts and was removed after the sixth inning at 105 pitches. Griffin didn't factor in the decision, but continues to pitch well this season. He has a plus matchup with the Astros on Saturday.

May 19 - 7:43 PM

Jason Vargas - S - Angels

Jason Vargas threw seven scoreless innings in Sunday's win over the White Sox.

After a rough outing against the Astros, Vargas has went at least seven innings in his last two games and has back-to-back quality starts. He gave up just four hits with three walks and had six strikeouts. Vargas now has a 3.55 ERA through his first nine starts this season.

May 19 - 7:10 PM