San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (knee) was diagnosed with inflammation and bone bruising in his left knee after undergoing an MRI exam on Monday. Wade will rest for 10 days before being re-evaluated, which will rule him out for Opening Day. The 28-year-old was injured in the Cactus League game on Monday and will now begin the season on the injured list. With him out, Austin Slater and Steven Duggar could see more at-bats in the outfield for San Francisco until Wade returns. In his first year in San Francisco, Wade impressed with 18 home runs, 56 RBI, 52 runs scored and six stolen bases while slashing .253/.326/.482 in 381 plate appearances over 109 games.

San Francisco Giants outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (knee) suffered an injury to his left knee while running the bases during Monday's Spring Training game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The injury came in the first inning of the game. He legged out a double, then injured his knee while coming around to score. He left the game after the inning. According to Giants manager Gabe Kapler, initial tests on Wade's knee were promising, but Wade is slated to undergo further evaluation on Tuesday. The 28-year-old had his best year in the majors last year, slashing .253/.326/.482 with 18 home runs, 56 RBI and 52 runs over 110 games. He'll be one of the team's primary outfielders, but he'll typically be out of the lineup against lefties, whom he slashed just .135/.200/.189 against last year.

San Francisco Giants first baseman and outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. isn't in the lineup Thursday for Game 5 of the National League Division Series. The 27-year-old hit .253 with a .326 on-base percentage, 18 home runs, and six stolen bases in 381 plate appearances this season. Instead, Wilmer Flores is in the lineup at first base with Darin Ruf, Kris Bryant, and Mike Yastrzemski starting from left to right in the outfield against Los Angeles Dodgers opener Corey Knebel. Left-hander Julio Urias, who usually starts for the Dodgers, is set to pitch at some point after Knebel.

San Francisco Giants' first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (knee) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He injured his knee making a diving play in the outfield in Wednesday's contest. The 27-year-old's injury isn't believed to be severe and is considered day-to-day. His next chance to return will be Friday against the San Diego Padres. Wilmer Flores is batting seventh and will handle first base duties while Wade is sidelined. Flores can be used as a streamer against Diamondbacks left-hander Madison Bumgarner after hitting .287 with six home runs and 19 RBI over 146 plate appearances against southpaws in 2021.

San Francisco Giants outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (knee) was removed from Wednesday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He injured his knee while making a diving play in the outfield. After the game, Giants manager Gabe Kapler said that he didn't have any major concerns about the injury, calling it a slight knee issue. He is being considered day-to-day. The Giants have encountered a number of injuries lately. Tommy La Stella (Achilles) is day-to-day and Brandon Belt (thumb) just landed on the injured list. On the bright side, Darin Ruf (oblique) is expected to be activated on Thursday and he may be thrust right into the starting lineup upon his return.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against Max Fried and the Atlanta Braves, according to MLB.com. Wade Jr. has come out of nowhere to put up a very productive season for the division-leading Giants, slashing .262/.340/.517 with 18 HRs and six stolen bases over 97 games. He's struggled mightily against lefties this season, though, with a .366 OPS and will take a seat on the bench. Darin Ruf will get the start in the outfield and bat leadoff. Ruf has been a nice bench option this season, slashing .272/.392/.520 with 15 HRs in 113 games, and he has a 1.034 OPS off of lefties this season. He should be streamed in every league if available on the waiver wire.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. had another nice day at the plate in Wednesday's 7-4 win over the Rockies. Wade Jr. went 2-for-4 with two singles, two RBI, and a walk. The 27-year-old has done a nice job for the Giants all season long and has gotten off to a hot September, slashing .375/.500/.625. He is certainly worth a look in deeper leagues given his recent performance and the lineup he hits in.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. was the only Giants player to find offensive success in Sunday's 9-0 loss to the Braves, going 2-for-4 with a single, a double, and a stolen base. The 27-year-old has had a nice season overall, slashing .249/.317/.514 with 17 home runs, 43 RBI, and five stolen bases. He is a useful fantasy player in deep leagues, but his relatively cold August makes him dispensable in shallower leagues, given what fantasy managers can find on the waiver wire.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. hit one of his team's four home runs in Tuesday's 8-0 win over the Mets. Wade Jr. went 2-for-5 with a single and a two-run HR. The fourth-inning blast was Wade Jr.'s 17th of the season. He has been a surprise contributor, slashing .251/.321/.533 with 43 RBI this season. Given how well the Giants have played, Wade Jr. is worth a look in deeper leagues as a consistent source of production.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. made his one hit count in Thursday's 7-0 win over the Rockies, going 1-for-4 with a three-run home run and a strikeout. Wade Jr. capped off a six-run fourth inning by demolishing a German Marquez fastball into the right-center seats for his 15th HR of the season. The 27-year-old has hit well this season, slashing .253/.332/.540 with 38 RBI. He is worth a look in deeper leagues for fantasy managers looking for a boost to their lineups.

San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler said that first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (back) exited Sunday's game against the Astros early with lower back tightness. Wade Jr. had gone 0-for-3 with a walk prior to exiting. Hopefully, Wade Jr. will not have to miss significant time, as he has provided a consistent bat in the Giants' lineup and fantasy managers'. The 27-year-old is slashing .253/.341/.568this season with 13 home runs and 30 RBI. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for injury updates in the coming days.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Luis Patiño outpitched Gerrit Cole, Brett Phillips hit a grand slam during a 10-run sixth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by routing the New York Yankees 14-0 on Thursday. Patiño (2-2) allowed three hits in six innings. The 21-year-old right-hander, acquired in the trade that sent Blake Snell to San Diego last December, struck out eight and walked two. Cole (10-6) gave up a season-high eight runs — seven earned — on six hits over 5 1/3 innings and saw his ERA jump from 2.74 to 3.11. He had 10 strikeouts and two walks. Austin Meadows homered twice and drove in five runs for the Rays. Louis Head and Ryan Sherriff completed a four-hitter. All nine batters in the Rays’ lineup reached base in the sixth. It was the biggest scoring inning by Tampa Bay since a 10-run fifth at Miami on June 5, 2008. NATIONALS 3, PHILLIES 1, GAME 1 PHILLIES 11, NATIONALS 8, 8 INNINGS, GAME 2 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Max Scherzer delivered a signature performance in... [More]

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Luis Patiño outpitched Gerrit Cole, Brett Phillips hit a grand slam during a 10-run sixth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by routing the New York Yankees 14-0 on Thursday. Patiño (2-2) allowed three hits in six innings. The 21-year-old right-hander, acquired in the trade that sent Blake Snell to San Diego last December, struck out eight and walked two. Cole (10-6) gave up a season-high eight runs — seven earned — on six hits over 5 1/3 innings and saw his ERA jump from 2.74 to 3.11. He had 10 strikeouts and two walks. Austin Meadows homered twice and drove in five runs for the Rays. Louis Head and Ryan Sherriff completed a four-hitter. All nine batters in the Rays’ lineup reached base in the sixth. It was the biggest scoring inning by Tampa Bay since a 10-run fifth at Miami on June 5, 2008. NATIONALS 3, PHILLIES 1, GAME 1 PHILLIES 11, NATIONALS 8, 8 INNINGS, GAME 2 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Max Scherzer delivered a signature performance in... [More]

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Luis Patiño outpitched Gerrit Cole, Brett Phillips hit a grand slam during a 10-run sixth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by routing the New York Yankees 14-0 on Thursday. Patiño (2-2) allowed three hits in six innings. The 21-year-old right-hander, acquired in the trade that sent Blake Snell to San Diego last December, struck out eight and walked two. Cole (10-6) gave up a season-high eight runs — seven earned — on six hits over 5 1/3 innings and saw his ERA jump from 2.74 to 3.11. He had 10 strikeouts and two walks. Austin Meadows homered twice and drove in five runs for the Rays. Louis Head and Ryan Sherriff completed a four-hitter. All nine batters in the Rays’ lineup reached base in the sixth. It was the biggest scoring inning by Tampa Bay since a 10-run fifth at Miami on June 5, 2008. NATIONALS 3, PHILLIES 1, GAME 1 PHILLIES 11, NATIONALS 8, 8 INNINGS, GAME 2 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Max Scherzer delivered a signature performance in... [More]

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Luis Patiño outpitched Gerrit Cole, Brett Phillips hit a grand slam during a 10-run sixth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by routing the New York Yankees 14-0 on Thursday. Patiño (2-2) allowed three hits in six innings. The 21-year-old right-hander, acquired in the trade that sent Blake Snell to San Diego last December, struck out eight and walked two. Cole (10-6) gave up a season-high eight runs — seven earned — on six hits over 5 1/3 innings and saw his ERA jump from 2.74 to 3.11. He had 10 strikeouts and two walks. Austin Meadows homered twice and drove in five runs for the Rays. Louis Head and Ryan Sherriff completed a four-hitter. All nine batters in the Rays’ lineup reached base in the sixth. It was the biggest scoring inning by Tampa Bay since a 10-run fifth at Miami on June 5, 2008. NATIONALS 3, PHILLIES 1, GAME 1 PHILLIES 11, NATIONALS 8, 8 INNINGS, GAME 2 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Max Scherzer delivered a signature performance in... [More]

San Francisco Giants' first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (leg) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He exited Tuesday's game early with a right lower leg contusion. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day. It's terrible timing for Wade, who was locked in at the plate, hitting a robust .318 (7-for-22) with three homers, six RBI, and one stolen base over his last five games. Darin Ruf is batting sixth and will handle first base duties while Wade is sidelined. Ruf is not a recommended streamer against Dodgers ace Walker Buehlerand is a desperation play only in deep-league formats.

San Francisco Giants first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (leg contusion) exited Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Dodgers with a right lower leg contusion, per manager Gabe Kapler. He is considered day-to-day. Wade Jr. had gone 0-for-4 with four strikeouts before exiting. The Giants have dealt with various injuries this season, so hopefully Wade Jr.'s won't be too serious. He has done well at the plate this season, slashing .257/.341/.566 with 12 home runs and 27 RBI. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for news updates regarding his status.