Eric Hosmer

Eric Hosmer has been designated for assignment by the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Hosmer had recently lost his starting job to Matt Mervis and hasn't had much of a role since then. He will likely hit free agency and look to find a home elsewhere. He slashed .234/.280/.330 with the Cubs.

Eric Hosmer is in the starting lineup for the Chicago Cubs against the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact

Hosmer is back in the lineup for manager David Ross Tuesday night, starting at designated hitter and batting sixth against the Cardinals.

Chicago Cubs first baseman Eric Hosmer is on the bench to start Thursday's game against the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

To little surprise, the lefty-swinging Hosmer will start on the bench against Nationals left-hander Patrick Corbin while Trey Mancini takes over at first base. Hosmer has predominantly started against righties this season and is hitting just .250 with two homers and a .657 OPS across 85 trips to the plate for the season.

Eric Hosmer is in the lineup for the Chicago Cubs against the Washington Nationals Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact

Hosmer is back in the lineup after sitting out against a left-handed starting pitcher Monday, starting at first base and batting seventh for manager David Ross Tuesday night.

Eric Hosmer went 1-for-4 at the plate for the Cubs Thursday, belting a solo home run in a 5-2 win over the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Hosmer has offered minimal production of late for the Cubs, driving in runs in three of his last six games for the club. The veteran slugger's best days seem to be behind the 33-year-old, batting .231 with seven runs scored, two home runs, and 12 runs batted in so far this season.