Felix Hernandez threw 35 pitches in a simulated game on Friday and subsequently felt no pain.
Fantasy Implications: Hernandez said his shoulder felt fine following the workout, and that he expects to be ready to go in five days. The veteran left-hander is rehabbing from a bursitis in his shoulder that forced him to the disabled list on August 5. He is expected to throw a side bullpen session in a few days, and if all goes well, will rejoin the rotation either against Texas or Houston later next week, albeit on a restricted pitch count. Fantasy owners would be wise to take a wait-and-see approach before inserting him into their lineups.
Friday, September 8, 2017
Jarrod Dyson not in lineup
Jarrod Dyson is not in the lineup for Seattle's game against the Angels on Friday.
Fantasy Implications: Dyson will miss his fifth consecutive game because of a strained groin. He will take batting practice to test the injury, but will not be in the lineup. Once again, Guillermo Heredia will take his spot in center field and bat ninth.
Fantasy Implications: Dyson will miss his fifth consecutive game because of a strained groin. He will take batting practice to test the injury, but will not be in the lineup. Once again, Guillermo Heredia will take his spot in center field and bat ninth.
James Paxton throws simulated game
James Paxton threw 40 pitches in a simulated game Friday and experienced no pain afterwards.
Fantasy Implications: Paxton, who is recovering from a pectoral injury, will throw a bullpen session sometime early next week. If all goes well, he will be available to make a start in either Texas or Houston later in the week. The 28-year-old southpaw will initially be on a restrictive pitch count if and when he is able rejoin the rotation. Paxton, who is no stranger to the disabled list, is having an outstanding year, posting a 12-3 record with a 2.78 ERA and 1.08 WHIP.
Fantasy Implications: Paxton, who is recovering from a pectoral injury, will throw a bullpen session sometime early next week. If all goes well, he will be available to make a start in either Texas or Houston later in the week. The 28-year-old southpaw will initially be on a restrictive pitch count if and when he is able rejoin the rotation. Paxton, who is no stranger to the disabled list, is having an outstanding year, posting a 12-3 record with a 2.78 ERA and 1.08 WHIP.
Mitch Haniger knocks in run
Mitch Haniger went 2-for-4 while driving in a run in Seattle's 5-3 loss to the Astros on Wednesday.
Fantasy Implications: The Hanimal has been swinging a hot bat of late. In his last seven games, Haniger is slashing .448/.448/.759, going 13-for 29 with two home runs, seven RBIs and four runs scored. In that span, the 26-year-old right fielder has seen his yearly batting average rise from .240 to .262. In a campaign marred by injuries, he has produced a respectable .347 on-base percentage and .791 slugging percentage. Haniger is a good buy-low candidate in keeper and dynasty leagues, and a strong finish of the season is not out of question.
Fantasy Implications: The Hanimal has been swinging a hot bat of late. In his last seven games, Haniger is slashing .448/.448/.759, going 13-for 29 with two home runs, seven RBIs and four runs scored. In that span, the 26-year-old right fielder has seen his yearly batting average rise from .240 to .262. In a campaign marred by injuries, he has produced a respectable .347 on-base percentage and .791 slugging percentage. Haniger is a good buy-low candidate in keeper and dynasty leagues, and a strong finish of the season is not out of question.
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