Kevin Newman

Kevin Newman has been placed onto the IL due to a laceration on his right middle finger. This move was retroactive to April 9th.

Fantasy Impact

Newman is able to return on April 19. Newman slashed .273/.33/.364 before getting hurt. The infielder also added two RBI, one double and one run scored.

Kevin Newman went 2-for-4 with a walk-off double in the Pirates' 6-5 extra innings win over the Reds on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Newman got his first two hits of 2019 in this game, and the second one sent his team home winners in extra innings. He was atrocious in 97 PA last season, posting a .209/.247/.231 triple slash with just two extra-base hits. There isn't any fantasy value here.

Kevin Newman went 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in Monday's win over the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Newman is struggling as of late, with his last hit and run scored coming September 17. He does not provide enough offense to be owned.

Kevin Newman went 3-for-5 with a run scored in Monday's win over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Newman has hit safely in six straight games but has scored just two runs in that span. He's been getting regular playing time and is worth a look while he's hitting well.

Kevin Newman went 1-for-3 with two RBI in Sunday's win over the Brewers. He hit a sac fly in the second and hit an RBI single in the ninth.

Fantasy Impact

Newman is riding a five game hitting streak where he's scored one run and driven in four. He might be worth a look if he could stay hot.