Fantasy Baseball Hour

Al Melchior discussed the status of Aaron Judge and Aroldis Chapman and their possible returns in time for the Boston series. Al also discussed the promotion of Justus Sheffield and who would pitch from the bullpen. Al also explored Adam Wainwright's last start, where he went 6 innings with 9 K's and no runs. Lastly, Al discussed injuries to Jose Urena (hand cramp), Tyler Skaggs (groin) and Michael Fulmer (knee) and their respective possible returns to action. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #jasonheyward #adamwainwright #joseurena #tylerskaggs #michaelfulmer #aaronjudge #aroldischapman #justussheffield #mlbinjuries #yankees

Al Melchior talked MLB injury updates and possible returns for Brandon Morrow and Pedro Strop. He also discussed planned retirements for Joe Mauer and David Wright, who will start in the Mets final homestand. Al gave insight on Jon Gray and Jordan Zimmerman as two start pitchers to avoid and named Joe Musgrove and Wade Miley as must starts. Lastly, he made mention of Chris Taylor, Jake Cave, and Spencer Kieboom as standouts to be on the lookout for.  #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #joemauer #davidwright #jordanzimmerman #joemusgrove #christaylor #wademiley

Al Melchior gave his thoughts on Marcus Stroman, Maikel Franco, Lance McCullers and Jean Segura and their respective possible returns. He also gave his thoughts on Sean Manaea missing the 2019 after having shoulder surgery and gave insight on Aaron Judge who had batting practice this week. Lastly, Mike Foltynewicz pitched a six-hit, one-run and complete game and a opportune time. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #mlbinjuries #aaronjudge #jeansegura #lancemccullers #marcusstroman #maikelfranco

Al Melchior and guest Nick Pollack of RotoGraphs and PitcherList weighed in on whether you should start Noah Syndergaard after learning that his x-rays were negative. They also answered lineup questions from Twitter and talked about who is worth starting. They also explored MLB injuries on Randal Grichuk and Aaron Judge. Lastly, they discussed the article written by Nick Pollack about Wade Miley and what to expect from him moving forward. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #wademiley #aaronjudge #randalgrichuk #noahsyndergaard #mlbinjuries

Al Melchior gave insight on Shohei Ohtani after he was recommended for Tommy John surgery, though he can still DH full time next season. He also gave his thoughts on Andrew Miller and Sean Doolittle, who should be ready to return to action next week. Al also discussed Clint Frazier, who is likely to miss the remainder of the season. Lastly, Francisco Mejia has been hot since his call up and should be able to finish the season strong. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTSNETWORK #MEJIA #CLINTFRAZIER #ANDERMILLER #SEANDOOLITTLE #MLBINJURYUPDATE

Al Melchior discussed MLB injury updates to Anthony Rizzo (foot contusion), Danny Duffy (shoulder), and Sean Doolittle (toe). He also gave insights on the callups of Victor Robles and Francisco Mejia and how they may fare in their respective starts. He talked about Kenley Jansen (blister) and if he should miss his next start. Lastly, Rafael Devers has been activated from the DL. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTSNETWORK #MLBINJURYUPDATE #KENLEYJANSEN #SEANDOOLITTLE #RECALLFROMMINORS #DLACTIVATED

Al Melchior talked about the Brewers and the reason for a left handed bat, Curtis Granderson is being considered. He also weighed in on the Yankees acquiring Andrew McCutchen and how it will improve their chase for the Division title in the AL East. He also explored the start of Shohei Ohtani on Sunday and if they should have waited and have him pitch next year. Lastly, he discussed injury updates to Brandon Morrow and Jose Iglesias. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #MLBUPDATES #CURTISGRANDERSON #BRANDONMORROW #BREWERS #YANKEES #MCCUTCHEN

Al Melchior and guest Liz Roscher of Yahoo Sports talked injury updates to Sean Manaea, Sean Doolittle, Joey Votto, Michael Wacha, and Josh Donaldson. Liz Roscher gave her thoughts on the trade deadline and who might be moving. Al and Liz also analyzed the last two starts of Nick Pivetta and explored if there is reason to be concerned. They also talked about James Paxton and his retutrn to the mound on Saturday and how he will fair. Lastly, they discussed Christian Yelich reaching 25 HR's and if he carry that with him into the remainder of the season.  #FNTSY #FNTSYNETWORK #BREWERS #NATIONALS #OAKLAND #REDS #MARINERS

Al Melchior and Matt Modica provide the latest updates on injured players including Joey Votto, Kelvin Herrera, Kris Bryant and more. Then, they talk about which players might be called up next month and review players with notable performances from this past weekend's MLB games such as Luke Voit and Michael Kopech. #FNTSY #FNTSYRadio #MLB #FantasyBaseball #Injuries #JoeyVotto #KelvinHerrera #KrisBryant #Callups #LukeVoit #MichaelKopech #Weekendgames

Al Melchior and guest Steve Gardner of USA TODAY talked about the activation of Jay Bruce and Michael Fulmer and are they worth starting. They analyzed two start pitchers in Clay Buchholz, Brian Johnson, Hyan Jin-Ryu, Lance Lynn, Edwin Jackson, and Trevor Cahill and offered suggestions for your lineup. Lastly, they discussed the players that were most surprising and will it would affect how you draft next year.  #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #FNTSYNETWORK #YANKEES #TIGERS #ATHLETICS #DODGERS #JAYBRUCE #TWINS

Al Melchior analyzed the trade of Daniel Murphy to the Cubs and where would he fit on the field. Al also discussed bullpen news with the Astros and who would be the closer moving forward as the season winds down. Al mentioned injuries to Jose Abreu, Justin Upton, Buster Posey, and Aroldis Chapman in respect to their possible return to action for the remainder to the season. Lastly, Al talked about the rookies debuts with Michael Kopech, Bryce Wilson, and Stephen Gonsalves.  #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #YANKEES #ASTROS #NATIONALS #CUBS #MLBINJURIES #SFGIANTS

Al Melchior and Matt Modica discussed injury updates on Manny Machado, Stephen Strasburgh, Yu Darvish, Jose Altuve, and John Paxton. Al and Matt also explored the debut of Michael Kopech and discussed setting lineups and who to start and sit.  #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #YUDARVISH #MANNYMACHADO #DODGERS #ASTROS #MICHAELKOPECH #INJURYUPDATE #MLBLINEUP #STARTINGDEBUT

Al Melchior reviews and analyzes the latest MLB headlines including if Trevor Bauer should be dropped, if Edwin Encarnacion will return to active play by Tuesday and injury updates on Joey Votto, Stephen Strasburg & more. #FNTSY #FNTSYRadio #MLB #FantasyBaseball #TrevorBauer #EdwinEncarnacion #JoeyVotto #StephenStrasburg #Injuries

Al Melchior and guest Fred Zinkie talked injuries to Matt Carpenter as his MRI was negative and discussed how much time he may miss. They also analyzed the injury to Ronald Acuna and his possible return to action. Lastly they explored the bullpens and talked about a possible return for Kenley Jansen after throwing a bullpen session. #FNTSTY #FNTSTNETWORK #bullpen #mlb #injuryupdates #dodgers #cardinals

Al Melchior talks about the stress fracture to Trevor Bauer and how it affects the rotation. Al also examines the Nationals bullpen and who will be the closer until Sean Doolittle returns. Lastly he discusses starting pitchers and who has a more favorable matchup tonight.  #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #mlb #nationals #bullpen #closers #startingpitching #injuryupdate