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The Brewers have placed Rhys Hoskins on the 10-day IL with a right hamstring strain. (Source: Brewers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Hoskins injured his hamstring Monday and was removed from the game. He will now miss some time and fantasy managers should expect Jake Bauers and Owen Miller to see playing time at first base.


The Brewers have recalled Owen Miller from Triple-A Nashville. (Source: Brewers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Miller will join the Brewers after the team placed Rhys Hoskins on the IL with a hamstring injury. Jake Bauers drew the start in Tuesday’s game against the Pirates.


Joey Lucchesi is set to be recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and start on Wednesday. (Source: Anthony DiComo on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Lucchesi currently has a 2.58 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP in Triple-A this season. The 30-year-old will be making his season debut and could remain with the Mets if he is able to pitch well against the Phillies.


The Mets will recall Mark Vientos from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday. (Source: Anthony DiComo on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Vientos is slashing .284/.376/.500, with six home runs, and 30 RBI in 31 games in Triple-A. He will likely see playing time at third base along with Brett Baty.


The Rangers have optioned Owen White to Triple-A Round Rock. (Source: Texas Rangers PR on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: White pitched Monday, allowing three runs against the Guardians. Jack Leiter was recalled in the corresponding move.


The Pirates have designated Josh Fleming for assignment Tuesday. (Source: Pirates on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Fleming has struggled this season, posting a 5.68 ERA in 17 games. He will hit the waiver wire and the Pirates promoted Ryder Ryan from Triple-A to take his spot on the roster.


The Pirates have recalled Ryder Ryan from Triple-A Indianapolis. (Source: Pirates on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Ryan has pitched to a 3.00 ERA in 12 innings pitched with the Pirates this season. He will provide depth in the bullpen.


Carmen Mlodzinski will be promoted from Triple-A Indianapolis and join the Pirates Wednesday. (Source: Jason Mackey on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Mlodzinski has pitched to a 6.43 ERA in Triple-A this season. He will provide depth in the Pirates’ bullpen.


Jackson Rutledge will be the 27th man for the Nationals in Tuesday's doubleheader against the White Sox. (Source: Andrew Golden on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Rutledge will add depth to the bullpen for Washington in Tuesday's doubleheader.


Aaron Brooks will be called up to start Wednesday's game in Houston. (Source: Martin Gallegos on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brooks, now 34, has not pitched in the big leagues since 2022, and his last MLB start came all the way back in 2019. The veteran righty signed a deal with the A's back in February and has spent the regular season at Triple-A to this point. Brooks has made eight starts for Las Vegas this year, compiling a 4.57 ERA, 1.43 WHIP, and 32-to-10 K/BB across 43 1/3 innings.


Josh James released by Cardinals

Tue, May 14th 10:41am EDT
By Ari Koslow

The Cardinals released Josh James. (Source: Cardinals Player Development on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: James has dealt with a number of different injuries so far in his career. He will look for a fresh start on a new team.


The Cubs designated Richard Lovelady for assignment. (Source: Chicago Cubs on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The move was made to make room for the addition of Tyson Miller from the Mariners. Lovelady will hit the waivers and stick in the Cubs organization if he is not claimed.


The Chicago Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Tyson Miller from the Seattle Mariners for infielder Jake Slaughter. (Source: Jeff Passan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Slaughter should add some infield depth in Triple-A for the Mariners this season, especially after Jorge Polanco suffered a hamstring injury on Monday.


Tyson Miller traded to Cubs

Tue, May 14th 9:19am EDT
By Ari Koslow

The Chicago Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Tyson Miller from the Seattle Mariners for infielder Jake Slaughter. (Source: Jeff Passan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Miller was recently designated for assignment by the Mariners. He has posted a 3.09 ERA with 12 strikeouts to one walk across 11 2/3 innings so far this season.


The Giants have recalled Jakson Reetz from Triple-A Sacramento. (Source: SF Giants on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Reetz will take the roster spot of Jung Hoo Lee, who was placed on the IL Monday. Reetz could see playing time until Patrick Bailey is able to return to full health.


The Giants have placed Jung Hoo Lee on the 10-day IL with a left shoulder dislocation. (Source: SF Giants on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Lee suffered the injury Sunday after he crashed into the outfield wall. Fantasy managers should expect Lee to be sidelined for an extended period of time.


The Reds have recalled Jacob Hurtubise from Triple-A Louisville. (Source: Reds on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Hurtubise will take the roster spot of TJ Friedl, who was placed on the injured list Monday. He will provide outfield depth on the Reds’ bench.


TJ Friedl (thumb) lands on IL

Mon, May 13th 7:00pm EDT
By Jesse Garcia

The Reds placed TJ Friedl on the 10-day IL with a fractured left thumb. (Source: Reds on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Friedl exited Sunday’s game in the first inning after being hit by a pitch. After undergoing further testing, the outfielder will spend time on the injured list for the second time this season. Jake Fraley and Stuart Fairchild should see an uptick in playing time.


The Brewers have optioned Janson Junk to Triple-A Nashville. (Source: Todd Rosiak on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Junk did not make an appearance over the weekend. The Brewers have activated Joel Payamps from the bereavement list in a corresponding move.


The Brewers have activated Joel Payamps form the bereavement list. (Source: Todd Rosiak on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Payamps has rejoined the team after missing the last three games. He should return to a setup role and could see a few save opportunities.