Brendan Donovan

Brendan Donovan is likely to appear only in an emergency situation during the weekend series against the Chicago Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan had been dealing with groin soreness and tightness earlier in the week but played through the injury after a couple of days of rest. However, it appears he may have worsened the injury and will now only play in an emergency situation. Nolan Gorman will start at second base today, and he and Jose Fermin are expected to split time at the position this weekend.

Brendan Donovan is expected to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the San Francisco Giants after missing the St. Louis Cardinals' last two games due to groin tightness and stiffness.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan was a late scratch on Monday, but the injury doesn't appear to be serious as he is expected to return on Tuesday. If he needs more time off, Jose Fermin will fill in at second base.

Brendan Donovan has been scratched from Monday's lineup against the San Francisco Giants due to some stiffness and soreness.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan was originally set to be the leadoff hitter and play second base, but his absence marks the second consecutive game he will sit out. Jose Fermin will bat eighth and start at second base in his place.

Brendan Donovan went 2-for-5 in loss to the Brewers with a home run, one RBI, and one run scored.

Fantasy Impact

The 28-year-old has been impactful at the plate since being activated, collecting hits in each of his last two games for the Cardinals. After yesterday’s game, Donovan has a .279 batting average with 46 RBI and 10 home runs across 112 games this season.

The Cardinals activated INF/OF Brendan Donovan from the 10-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Donovan returns from a month-long absence due to a groin strain. He returns to the top of the Cardinals lineup.