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Will Judge, Justus prevail in the Bronx, Waino no longer on the wane? Sep 17, 2018

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Al Melchior discussed the status of Aaron Judge and Aroldis Chapman and their possible returns in time for the Boston series. Al also discussed the promotion of Justus Sheffield and who would pitch from the bullpen. Al also explored Adam Wainwright's last start, where he went 6 innings with 9 K's and no runs. Lastly, Al discussed injuries to Jose Urena (hand cramp), Tyler Skaggs (groin) and Michael Fulmer (knee) and their respective possible returns to action. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #jasonheyward #adamwainwright #joseurena #tylerskaggs #michaelfulmer #aaronjudge #aroldischapman #justussheffield #mlbinjuries #yankees

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Only an injury can Strop him, Two start pitchers, and MLB standouts Sep 14, 2018

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Al Melchior talked MLB injury updates and possible returns for Brandon Morrow and Pedro Strop. He also discussed planned retirements for Joe Mauer and David Wright, who will start in the Mets final homestand. Al gave insight on Jon Gray and Jordan Zimmerman as two start pitchers to avoid and named Joe Musgrove and Wade Miley as must starts. Lastly, he made mention of Chris Taylor, Jake Cave, and Spencer Kieboom as standouts to be on the lookout for. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #joemauer #davidwright #jordanzimmerman #joemusgrove #christaylor #wademiley

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Hard to Judge return date, A full game for Folty, MLB injury updates Sep 12, 2018

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Al Melchior gave his thoughts on Marcus Stroman, Maikel Franco, Lance McCullers and Jean Segura and their respective possible returns. He also gave his thoughts on Sean Manaea missing the 2019 after having shoulder surgery and gave insight on Aaron Judge who had batting practice this week. Lastly, Mike Foltynewicz pitched a six-hit, one-run and complete game and a opportune time. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #mlbinjuries #aaronjudge #jeansegura #lancemccullers #marcusstroman #maikelfranco

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Safe to start Thor? Nick Pollack opines on some pitchers Sep 10, 2018

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Al Melchior and guest Nick Pollack of RotoGraphs and PitcherList weighed in on whether you should start Noah Syndergaard after learning that his x-rays were negative. They also answered lineup questions from Twitter and talked about who is worth starting. They also explored MLB injuries on Randal Grichuk and Aaron Judge. Lastly, they discussed the article written by Nick Pollack about Wade Miley and what to expect from him moving forward. #fntsy #fntsysportsnetwork #wademiley #aaronjudge #randalgrichuk #noahsyndergaard #mlbinjuries

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Ohtani to have TJ, could still DH? Auspicious start for Mejia Sep 07, 2018

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Al Melchior gave insight on Shohei Ohtani after he was recommended for Tommy John surgery, though he can still DH full time next season. He also gave his thoughts on Andrew Miller and Sean Doolittle, who should be ready to return to action next week. Al also discussed Clint Frazier, who is likely to miss the remainder of the season. Lastly, Francisco Mejia has been hot since his call up and should be able to finish the season strong. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTSNETWORK #MEJIA #CLINTFRAZIER #ANDERMILLER #SEANDOOLITTLE #MLBINJURYUPDATE

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Robles, Mejia called up. Are Ray and LeBlanc back? Sep 05, 2018

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Al Melchior discussed MLB injury updates to Anthony Rizzo (foot contusion), Danny Duffy (shoulder), and Sean Doolittle (toe). He also gave insights on the callups of Victor Robles and Francisco Mejia and how they may fare in their respective starts. He talked about Kenley Jansen (blister) and if he should miss his next start. Lastly, Rafael Devers has been activated from the DL. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTSNETWORK #MLBINJURYUPDATE #KENLEYJANSEN #SEANDOOLITTLE #RECALLFROMMINORS #DLACTIVATED

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Yanks acquire some Cutch hitting, MLB injury updates Aug 31, 2018

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Al Melchior talked about the Brewers and the reason for a left handed bat, Curtis Granderson is being considered. He also weighed in on the Yankees acquiring Andrew McCutchen and how it will improve their chase for the Division title in the AL East. He also explored the start of Shohei Ohtani on Sunday and if they should have waited and have him pitch next year. Lastly, he discussed injury updates to Brandon Morrow and Jose Iglesias. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #MLBUPDATES #CURTISGRANDERSON #BRANDONMORROW #BREWERS #YANKEES #MCCUTCHEN

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Pax is back. Yelich to 25, Trade deadline approaches. Aug 29, 2018

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Al Melchior and guest Liz Roscher of Yahoo Sports talked injury updates to Sean Manaea, Sean Doolittle, Joey Votto, Michael Wacha, and Josh Donaldson. Liz Roscher gave her thoughts on the trade deadline and who might be moving. Al and Liz also analyzed the last two starts of Nick Pivetta and explored if there is reason to be concerned. They also talked about James Paxton and his retutrn to the mound on Saturday and how he will fair. Lastly, they discussed Christian Yelich reaching 25 HR's and if he carry that with him into the remainder of the season. #FNTSY #FNTSYNETWORK #BREWERS #NATIONALS #OAKLAND #REDS #MARINERS

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Injury Updates, September Callups, Notable Pitchers and Hitters from the weekend Aug 27, 2018

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Al Melchior and Matt Modica provide the latest updates on injured players including Joey Votto, Kelvin Herrera, Kris Bryant and more. Then, they talk about which players might be called up next month and review players with notable performances from this past weekend's MLB games such as Luke Voit and Michael Kopech. #FNTSY #FNTSYRadio #MLB #FantasyBaseball #Injuries #JoeyVotto #KelvinHerrera #KrisBryant #Callups #LukeVoit #MichaelKopech #Weekendgames

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Micheal Fulmer and Jay Bruce return to action. Aug 24, 2018

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Al Melchior and guest Steve Gardner of USA TODAY talked about the activation of Jay Bruce and Michael Fulmer and are they worth starting. They analyzed two start pitchers in Clay Buchholz, Brian Johnson, Hyan Jin-Ryu, Lance Lynn, Edwin Jackson, and Trevor Cahill and offered suggestions for your lineup. Lastly, they discussed the players that were most surprising and will it would affect how you draft next year. #FNTSY #FNTSYSPORTS #FNTSYNETWORK #YANKEES #TIGERS #ATHLETICS #DODGERS #JAYBRUCE #TWINS

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