Tommy Pham
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MLB Player Data
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Jun 27 2025Pham went 1-for-4 with two RBI in a run scored in Friday's 9-1 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham capped off a four-run second inning with a fielder's choice RBI before driving in a run on a single to center field in the seventh. Pham has logged at least one hit in each of his last four games, going 8-for-15 (.533) with two doubles, one home run and eight RBI over that span.
Jun 24 2025Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored Monday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has had a disastrous season in Pittsburgh, and he finally managed to slug his first home run of the campaign in the fourth inning Monday. He had recorded only four extra-base hits across his first 51 games entering Sunday's contest against the Rangers, but he has combined for three extra-base hits in the two contests since. Pham has lost his starting role in left field to a combination of Adam Frazier and Alexander Canario, though this brief hot stretch could earn him some additional looks in the lineup.
Jun 22 2025Pham went 3-for-3 with two doubles and three RBI in Sunday's 8-3 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham tied the game with a sacrifice fly in the fourth inning before adding RBI doubles in the fifth and seventh. It was a much-needed performance from the veteran outfielder, who entered Sunday just 2-for-20 over 10 games in June. For the season, he's slashing .209/.289/.247 with no home runs, 12 RBI, 13 runs scored and three steals across 180 plate appearances.
Jun 10 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham started in left field in four of Pittsburgh's first six games of June, but he finds himself on the bench Tuesday for the third straight contest. The veteran outfielder is batting .275 in his past 13 games but is without an extra-base hit since April 27. Adam Frazier is making his second straight start in left field after Alexander Canario started Sunday's contest, as the Pirates continue to use a heavy rotation at the position.
Jun 8 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he'll hit the bench Sunday, Pham's playing time has been trending up lately. He had started in left field in three of the Pirates' previous four games, going 1-for-8 with two walks and a run scored during that stretch. Pham will give way to Alexander Canario in left field.
May 19 2025Pham will start in left field and bat seventh in Monday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be included in the starting nine while the Reds send southpaw Nick Lodolo to the hill in the series opener, but the veteran outfielder's run as the Pirates' primary left fielder could be over. After being cleared to return to action last Tuesday upon serving a one-game suspension, Pham started in just one of the Pirates' ensuing five contests, with all four absences from the lineup coming versus righties. The Pirates appear to be prioritizing Alexander Canario in the outfield ahead of Pham, who is slashing just .179/.262/.214 with a 27.8 percent strikeout rate on the season.
May 13 2025Pham isn't in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham served his one-game suspension Monday, but the Pirates will give him another day off Tuesday following his 1-for-10 stretch at the plate. Alexander Canario, Ji Hwan Bae and Bryan Reynolds will start across Pittsburgh's outfield while Pham rests.
May 12 2025Pham will serve a one-game suspension Monday against the Mets stemming from an incident that occurred in an April 23 game against the Angels, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had appealed the ban, which was handed down by MLB after he was deemed to have made inappropriate actions toward fans last month. It's not clear whether he's dropped the appeal or if the suspension was upheld, but either way, he will be unavailable for the Pirates in Monday's series opener.
May 11 2025Pham (illness) will start in left field and bat seventh in Sunday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will check back into the starting nine after sitting out the Pirates' last two games. The veteran outfielder has gotten off to a rough start to his first season in Pittsburgh, slashing .181/.263/.219 with a 28.0 percent strikeout rate over 118 plate appearances.
May 10 2025Pham (illness) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was a late scratch from Friday's lineup due to an illness, and it seems he's still feeling a bit under the weather Saturday. Alexander Canario will get another start in left field and bat eighth.
May 9 2025Pham was a late scratch from Friday's lineup against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander Canario replaces Pham in left field and will bat eighth. Pham has had an atrocious start to the 2025 season, slashing .183/.259/.221 with just four extra-base hits, six RBI, nine runs scored and a 10:33 BB:K across 116 plate appearances.
May 6 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 37-year-old outfielder started the previous two games but finds himself on the bench Tuesday while in the midst of a 2-for-18 slump. Pham has operated as Pittsburgh's primary left fielder so far this season, but Alexander Canario, who is starting Tuesday's contest, has picked up more playing time of late with four starts in the past six games.
May 2 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a run of five straight starts in left field, Pham finds himself on the bench Friday for the second consecutive game. The veteran outfielder has gone 2-for-18 with six strikeouts during that stretch and has a .461 OPS for the season. Alexander Canario is getting another start in left Friday, as Pham may be losing his grip on an everyday role.
May 1 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Alexander Canario will step in as the Pirates' starting left fielder in place of Pham, who is getting some rest for a day game after a night game. Pham had been included in the lineup in each of the past five games, going 2-for-18 with a double, a walk and two runs.
Apr 18 2025Pham is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is slashing only .136/.246/.169 in his first 19 contests with the Pirates and has yet to record a multi-hit game. He will yield to Jack Suwinski in left field in the series opener.
Apr 13 2025Pham is not in the Pirates' starting lineup against the Reds on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will begin Sunday's series finale in the dugout while the Pirates start Adam Frazier, Oneil Cruz and Alexander Canario in the outfield. Pham has gone 4-for-21 with two runs scored, three walks and four RBI across his last six outings.
Apr 6 2025Pham went 1-for-4 with two RBI and three strikeouts Sunday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham returned to the lineup after missing Saturday's game due to an illness. He lofted a sacrifice fly in the fourth inning to record his first RBI of the season, and he delivered a walk-off RBI double six frames later. While there were some positives to his performance, Pham still has just three hits and three walks across 35 plate appearances while striking out at a 31.4 percent clip to begin the campaign.
Apr 5 2025Pham (illness) isn't in the lineup for Pittsburgh's matchup against the Yankees on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was pulled from Friday's game against New York due to the illness after making just one plate appearance. He'll get at least one more day to recover Saturday. In Pham's stead, Jack Suwinski is starting in left field while Alexander Canario occupies right and Bryan Reynolds once again serves as the designated hitter.
Apr 4 2025Pham was pulled from Friday's game against the Yankees due to an illness, Danny Demilio of PittsburghBaseballNow.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was removed after logging just one plate appearance -- a groundout in the second inning. He's been deemed day-to-day by the team and may miss another game or two while he recovers.
Apr 2 2025Pham went 0-for-2 with two walks and a stolen base Wednesday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has started six of Pittsburgh's seven games, all of which have come in left field. Despite logging only two hits across 23 at-bats, he has primarily hit first or third in the lineup. Pham has also benefited from the team's aggressiveness on the basepaths, tallying three stolen bases in as many tries.
Mar 29 2025Pham is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is off to a 1-for-8 start at the plate but has added two steals through two games. He'll take a seat in the dugout to begin Saturday's contest while Ji Hwan Bae starts in left field and bats leadoff.
Mar 13 2025Pham (hip) will start in left field and bat third in Thursday's Grapefruit League contest versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was removed from Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Tigers due to left hip tightness, but he's ready to go following a few days of rest. The veteran outfielder is projected to open the season as the Pirates' left fielder and leadoff hitter against left-handed pitching, at minimum.
Mar 9 2025Pham (hip) characterized his early exit from Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Tigers as a precautionary move, Andrew Destin of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. "In the season, I'd play through it," Pham said of his tight left hip. "In the season, I don't miss any time with this. It's just because it's second week of March, spring training. You don't have to push it." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Pham's comments offer hope that his hip injury is only a minor concern, he may be withheld from the lineup for a few days until he returns to full health. Pham went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and a strikeout prior to departing Sunday's contest.
Feb 6 2025The Pirates signed Pham to a one-year, $4 million contract Thursday, Katie Woo and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic report. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's a good landing spot for Pham, who could get regular reps in right field, assuming the plan is for Andrew McCutchen to be a full-time designated hitter. Pham, who turns 37 in March, slashed .248/.305/.368 with nine home runs and seven stolen bases over 116 regular-season contests between the White Sox, Cardinals and Royals last season.
Oct 9 2024Pham is not in the lineup Wednesday for Game 3 of the ALDS versus the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was in the lineup for the first two games of the series, picking up two hits, two RBI and two runs scored. He will begin Game 3 on the bench as Adam Frazier starts in right field and bats eighth.
Oct 2 2024Pham is absent from the lineup Wednesday for Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham got the call in right field for the Royals in Game 1 but went 0-for-3 with a strikeout. For Game 2, the club will roll with Hunter Renfroe as its right fielder and No. 7 hitter against Zach Eflin.
Sep 28 2024Pham isn't in Kansas City's lineup for Saturday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Royals clinched a playoff berth Friday, so the team will sit many of their usual starters Saturday -- including Pham. His absence will put Salvador Perez into the DH role while Freddy Fermin catches for Seth Lugo.
Sep 21 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It'll be Pham's first off day in September, snapping a streak of 17 consecutive starts. During that span, the outfielder has split time between DH (four games), left field (six games) and right field (seven games). MJ Melendez, Kyle Isbel and Adam Frazier fill the outfield from left to right Saturday while Yuli Gurriel slots in at DH.
Sep 11 2024Pham went 3-for-4 with a walk in Wednesday's 4-3 extra-innings loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's bat has been hot in September -- he's gone 13-for-41 (.317) over 10 contests this month. He has five multi-hit efforts in that span, and his ability to get on base at a high rate has helped him take over as the Royals' leadoff hitter. Between three teams this season, the veteran outfielder has a .261/.325/.392 slash line with nine home runs, seven stolen bases, 36 RBI and 45 runs scored over 418 plate appearances.
Sep 10 2024Pham went 0-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored in Monday's 10-4 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has hit .250 (8-for-32) with three extra-base hits and four RBI over eight contests since the Royals claimed him off waivers from the Cardinals. For the season, the outfielder is at a .253/.319/.380 slash line with eight home runs, seven steals, 35 RBI and 44 runs scored across 101 contests. He's had a chance to settle in as the Royals' main leadoff hitter, moving Maikel Garcia and Michael Massey down the lineup when they play.
Sep 4 2024Pham went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 4-1 win against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham accounted for the bulk of the scoring in the contest with a 423-foot, three-run blast in the fourth inning. It was his first long ball as a Royal and his first overall homer since he went deep against the Rays as a member of the Cardinals on Aug. 6. Pham has batted out of the leadoff spot in each of his four games with Kansas City and has gone 5-for-17 in that role thus far.
Sep 1 2024Pham started in right field and went 2-for-5 with a pair of base hits Sunday in the Royals 7-2 loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fresh off being claimed off waivers from the Cardinals, Pham was put to work right away by the Royals, who deployed him as their leadoff hitter in his team debut. Pham could eventually be a candidate to move down the lineup, but he should have a decent amount of leash in a near-everyday role in the corner outfield while Hunter Renfroe (hamstring) is on the shelf. Before being claimed by the Royals, Pham had turned in a .254./321/.378 slash line with seven home runs and six stolen bases in 374 plate appearances between the White Sox and Cardinals this season.
Aug 31 2024The Royals claimed Pham off waivers from the Cardinals on Saturday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals designated Pham for assignment Friday after he slashed .206/.286/.368 with two home runs and 12 RBI through 23 games with the team after coming over from the White Sox prior to the trade deadline. He'll now join the Royals for the final stretch of the season and could be a factor in the playoffs as well, as he boasts an .846 OPS through 31 career postseason games.
Aug 30 2024The Cardinals designated Pham for assignment Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was reported Thursday that Pham would be placed on waivers and he is now officially off St. Louis' 40-man roster. The veteran outfielder had gone just 3-for-39 over his last 15 games, but with his proficiency against left-handed pitching and playoff pedigree, he could draw interest from contenders.
Aug 29 2024The Cardinals placed Pham on waivers Thursday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham got off to a hot start after being acquired by St. Louis at the trade deadline, but he's just 3-for-39 over his last 15 games and has seen his playing time dwindle. The 36-year-old has a .762 OPS versus left-handed pitching and is a career .313/.333/.513 hitter in 31 postseason games, so there would seem to be a good chance a contender scoops him up on waivers. If Pham clears waivers, he will remain with the Cardinals.
Aug 24 2024Pham is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will sit Saturday for a second straight game. He's struggled from the plate in August, slashing .176/.283/.314 with four runs scored, one home run and six RBI across 60 plate appearances. Alec Burleson, Victor Scott and Lars Nootbaar will man the outfield for the Cardinals.
Aug 23 2024Pham is not in the lineup for Friday's game in Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He had started the last two contests versus right-handers but he'll take a seat Friday against righty David Festa. Pham got off to a nice start with the Cardinals but is just 2-for-27 over his last 10 games. Alec Burleson will play left field Friday and Matt Carpenter will be the designated hitter.
Aug 21 2024Pham will start in left field and bat ninth in Wednesday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had made three of his last four starts against left-handed starting pitchers, but he'll crack the lineup Wednesday while the Brewers send a righty (Tobias Myers) to the hill. According to Katie Woo of The Athletic, Pham could have a pathway to regular playing time moving forward, as the Cardinals optioned struggling infielder Nolan Gorman to Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday. With Gorman out of the picture, Brendan Donovan will likely handle a regular role at second base moving forward, which clears room in the corner outfield for both Pham and Lars Nootbaar.
Aug 13 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has one hit in his last 14 at-bats across the last four games, and he'll get the night off Tuesday to clear his head. Since being acquired by the Cardinals near the trade deadline, Pham is slashing .279/.311/.535 across 45 plate appearances.
Aug 8 2024Pham is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest against the Rays, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has now been on the bench for two straight games after starting each of the previous seven contests. Brendan Donovan, Victor Scott and Lars Nootbaar will make up the Cardinals' outfield in Thursday's series finale.
Aug 7 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham produced a 1.060 OPS while starting each of the last seven games, but he'll pick up some rest Wednesday while Brendan Donovan checks in for him in left field. So long as he's wielding a hot bat, Pham should be in store for a regular spot in the St. Louis lineup, especially while fellow outfielder Michael Siani (oblique) is on the shelf.
Jul 31 2024Pham went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and two RBI in Wednesday's 10-1 rout of the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham returned to St. Louis -- where his professional career began -- via a trade with the White Sox on Monday and swatted a grand slam in his 2024 debut with the club Tuesday. The veteran outfielder continued to produce in his first start since the trade Wednesday, plating a two-run double in the fifth frame as part of a three-hit performance. Pham has hit safely in five straight contests and is batting .474 (9-for-19) with a homer and seven RBI during that span.
Jul 29 2024The Cardinals acquired Pham, right-hander Erick Fedde and a player to be named later or cash considerations on Monday in a three-team deal involving the White Sox and Dodgers, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. The White Sox received outfielder/infielder Miguel Vargas, infielders Jeral Perez and Alexander Albertus (undisclosed) and a player to be named later or cash considerations, while the Dodgers received infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman (wrist) and right-handers Michael Kopech and Oliver Gonzalez. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will make his return to St. Louis, will whom he began his big-league career in 2014 before he was traded to Tampa Bay in July 2018. After remaining unsigned throughout the offseason before inking a one-year deal with the White Sox in April, the 36-year-old outfielder has been a solid performer in an everyday role in 2024, slashing .266/.330/.380 with five home runs and six stolen bases across 297 plate appearances. He may not take on as favorable of a spot in the lineup in St. Louis as he had enjoyed with Chicago, but Pham should settle into a near-everyday role for the Cardinals and could even see more run-scoring and run-producing chances while playing for a more competitive club with a more talented collection of hitters.
Jul 23 2024Pham is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham homered in Monday's extra-inning loss to the Rangers, but he will begin Tuesday's contest on the bench. Gavin Sheets will be deployed in right field by the White Sox.
Jul 13 2024Pham went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a triple in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham accounted for most of the White Sox's offense Saturday, highlighted by his first multi-run game since May 31. Though his team context does him no favors, Pham continues to produce as he has gone 10-of-for 36 with a stolen base across his last 10 games.
Jul 9 2024Pham (mouth) will start in right field and bat leadoff in Tuesday's game versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had to be scratched from Monday's lineup after getting some dental work done, but he's ready to roll now. The veteran outfielder will carry a modest five-game hitting streak into play Tuesday.
Jul 8 2024Pham was scratched from Monday's lineup against the Twins due to a dental issue, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was in the initial lineup as the White Sox' center fielder and leadoff man, but he'll take at least a day to recover from some dental work. Corey Julks entered the lineup in center field and Lenyn Sosa was moved up to the top of Chicago's batting order.
Jul 7 2024Pham went 1-for-5 with a stolen base Sunday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham struck out three times, though he managed to extend his hitting streak to five games as well. In that span, he's gone 7-for-23 with two runs scored. Pham also stole his fifth base of the season, his third attempt in his last 16 games.
Jul 2 2024Pham is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's game in Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had been the White Sox' leadoff man for each of the previous 16 contests, but he will begin Tuesday's festivities on the bench. Chicago will go with Gavin Sheets in right field.
Jun 21 2024Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham singled in the third then hit a solo home run off Jack Flaherty in the fifth. Pham had been relatively quiet since returning from the injured list June 14, going 5-for-20 in five games prior to Friday. The home run was his first since May 22, but Pham still owns a solid .282/.353/.410 slash with four home runs, 14 RBI and 23 runs scored over 172 plate appearances this season.
Jun 15 2024Pham went 1-for-4 Friday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham returned from a short stint on the injured list and immediately regained his status as the White Sox's leadoff hitter. He's delivered effective all-around production since joining the club in late April, tallying three homers and three steals while hitting .279 across 146 plate appearances.
Jun 14 2024The White Sox activated Pham (ankle) from the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham wound up being sidelined just a little over the minimum 10 days with a sprained left ankle. With Luis Robert now back to handle center field duties for the White Sox, Pham should see the bulk of his action in right field.
Jun 13 2024Pham (ankle) will be activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's game in Arizona, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham played in three rehab games in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League this week, going 3-for-11 with a home run. He's been out for most of this month with a sprained left ankle. Pham had been seeing most of his starts in center field for the White Sox prior to getting hurt, but with Luis Robert now back from the injured list, Pham should shift over to right field.
Jun 10 2024The White Sox sent Pham (ankle) to the rookie-level Arizona Complex League on Monday to begin a rehab assignment. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has recovered quickly from his left ankle sprain and would appear poised for activation from the 10-day injured list when first eligible Thursday, provided he can get through a rehab game or two without any setbacks. The veteran outfielder is slashing .280/.331/.402 with three home runs and three stolen bases over 33 games with the White Sox this season.
Jun 7 2024Pham (ankle) was scheduled to start running again Friday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham hit the injured list Tuesday after suffering a sprained ankle Sunday. However, manager Pedro Grifol noted that Pham already feels better and is only expected to be on the injured list for the short term. He can be activated as early as June 13, though it's unclear if that is a realistic timeline.
Jun 4 2024The White Sox placed Pham on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to June 3, with a left ankle sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham actually suffered the injury during Sunday's game versus the Brewers during the play at home plate involving William Contreras, which resulted in both benches clearing. It's not clear how long Pham might be sidelined.
May 29 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox will give rest to two of their veteran outfielders in the series finale, with Andrew Benintendi joining Pham on the bench. Dominic Fletcher will fill in as the White Sox's starting center fielder after Pham had been included in the lineup in each of the last 26 games. Pham has been one of Chicago's most productive hitters since signing with the team in April, but he's fallen into a 0-for-12 funk at the plate over his last three starts.
May 22 2024Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 9-2 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham got the White Sox on the board when he took Toronto reliever Genesis Cabrera deep in the eighth inning. This was Pham's fifth multi-hit effort over the last nine games, a span in which he's gone 13-for-37 (.351) with four extra-base hits, three RBI and two stolen bases. The veteran outfielder is slashing .316/.356/.474 with three homers, 11 RBI, 13 runs scored and three steals across 101 plate appearances. He's found ample success as the leadoff hitter since signing a minor-league deal with the White Sox in mid-April and rising to the majors April 26.
May 18 2024Pham went 3-for-5 with a double, a run scored and his second stolen base of the season in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder thrived once again in the leadoff spot. Pham has hit safely in nine of his last 10 games, slashing .385/.429/.538 over that stretch with a homer, two steals, four runs and seven RBI. Luis Robert (hip) could be back by the end of the month, and while his return might bump Pham to an outfield corner, Pham's playing too well right now to lose his starting spot completely.
May 15 2024Pham went 3-for-7 with a walk, a run scored and an RBI across both games of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has served as the White Sox's leadoff hitter for seven straight games, and he's hit .346 with two runs scored, four RBI and a stolen base in that span. He's lacked power -- he has five extra-base hits across 70 plate appearances -- but has otherwise contributed a well-rounded fantasy line since joining Chicago on April 26.
May 7 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham started the previous six games and will receive a day off after going 6-for-24 with two doubles and two homers during that span. Rafael Ortega will man center field and bat seventh Tuesday.
May 5 2024Pham went 1-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored Saturday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham delivered an RBI single in the 10th inning to put the White Sox ahead for good. Since joining the team April 26, Pham has hit exclusively second in the order and has at least one base hit in six of his seven starts.
May 1 2024Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI double, a solo homer and an additional run scored in Wednesday's 10-5 loss to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham opened the scoring with an RBI double in the first inning before extending Chicago's lead to 3-1 in the third with a home run off Bailey Ober, his first since joining the White Sox this year. The 36-year-old Pham has hit the ground running, going 9-for-24 while recording multiple hits in four of his first six contests. He slashed .256/.328/.446 with 16 homers, 68 RBI and 22 steals in 129 games between the Mets and Diamondbacks last season.
Apr 29 2024Pham is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will get a breather after he started all three games in center field against the Rays over the weekend after the White Sox selected his contract from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday. He batted out of the No. 2 spot in each of those contests, going 5-for-14 with three runs. Rafael Ortega will get the nod in center field Monday, but Pham should hold down a near-everyday role for a White Sox squad lacking in competent bats.
Apr 27 2024Pham went 2-for-5 with a run scored Friday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham made his debut with the White Sox on Friday and hit second with righty Zach Eflin on the mound. Chicago has used a rotation in its outfield to begin the season, though Pham should play nearly every day in center field while providing well-rounded production at the dish.
Apr 26 2024The White Sox selected Pham's contract from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Signed to a minor-league contract April 15, Pham has been knocking some rust off at Charlotte, where he went 5-for-17 with one double, two stolen bases and a 3:1 K:BB. The 36-year-old should receive regular playing time in the outfield for the White Sox, with most of it likely to come between center and right field. Pham had a .774 OPS with 16 homers and 22 steals in 2023 and makes for a viable fantasy option in most formats.
Apr 15 2024Pham agreed to a minor-league contract with Chicago on Monday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rumors were swirling over the weekend that both sides were close to a deal, and Pham should now get a chance to provide a boost for a White Sox team that has been scuffling to start the 2024 season. Per Rosenthal, Chicago has until April 25 to add Pham to the big-league roster, otherwise he can request his release. It's unclear whether the club will keep the 36-year-old in the minor leagues for a brief stint to get acclimated before promoting him.
Apr 14 2024Pham and the White Sox are closing in on a contract agreement, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has remained unsigned as the 2024 campaign has gotten underway, but he appears to have found a suitor. The outfielder appeared in 129 games with the Mets and Diamondbacks during the 2023 regular season, batting .256 with 16 homers, 68 RBI, 55 runs scored and 22 stolen bases over 426 at-bats. If he does ultimately end up in Chicago, Pham will provide the team with some much-needed help in the outfield with Eloy Jimenez (thigh) and Luis Robert (hip) on the shelf.
Mar 17 2024Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports Sunday that Pham and the Padres are negotiating a one-year deal. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 36-year-old split last season between the Diamondbacks and Mets, and he had a solid campaign with a .256/.328/.446 slash line in 129 contests. Jurickson Profar is currently penciled in as San Diego's starting left fielder, though Pham would likely take over that job if a deal is reached.
Oct 23 2023Pham will start at designated hitter and bat fifth Monday in Game 6 of the NLCS in Philadelphia, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was removed for a pinch runner in Game 3 and for a pinch hitter in Game 4 before not starting Game 5. He'll get another shot to start Game 6 as the Diamondbacks attempt to stave off elimination. Pham is just 1-for-13 with six strikeouts so far during the NLCS.
Oct 21 2023Pham isn't in the Diamondbacks' lineup for Game 5 of the NLCS versus the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has gone 1-for-13 with six strikeouts through the first four games of the NLCS, so he'll get a chance to regroup as he sits out Game 5. Pavin Smith will serve as Arizona's designated hitter instead and bat fifth.
Oct 19 2023Pham (toe) will return to the outfield Thursday in Game 3 of the NLCS against the Phillies, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been limited to DH duties since late September because of turf toe, but he's feeling better now and will give the Diamondbacks a slightly different lineup look as they try to rebound from an 0-2 series deficit. Pham is 0-for-8 with three strikeouts so far in the NLCS, but he went 7-for-22 (.318) with six runs scored in five games between the Wild Card Series and NLDS.
Oct 3 2023Pham revealed Tuesday that he's been limited to DH duties because of turf toe, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham served as the Diamondbacks' everyday designated hitter over the final week of the regular season and will remain in that role for Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series on Tuesday against the Brewers. He said he might receive an injection before the game to help him get over the hump, but it's unclear whether he'll be able to play the outfield at all in Arizona's best-of-three series versus Milwaukee.
Sep 28 2023Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in Wednesday's 3-0 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's two-out single drove in Corbin Carroll with the final run of Arizona's three-run third inning. Pham has 32 RBI over 48 games since being acquired by the Diamondbacks.
Sep 17 2023Pham went 1-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 6-2 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has four steals over his last eight games, and he's hit .323 (10-for-31) in that span. The outfielder is up to 21 steals in 24 tries this season, putting him four shy of matching his career high for thefts. He's also slashing .263/.333/.468 with 16 home runs, 62 RBI, 52 runs scored, 26 doubles and three triples through 119 contests.
Sep 14 2023Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham swiped a base for the third time in the last four games and bumped his season total to 20 steals, the first time he's reached that threshold since 2019. Pham has been a mainstay in Arizona's lineup since being acquired at the trade deadline, most often batting third. The 35-year-old has stolen nine bases and knocked in 26 runs over 37 games for the Diamondbacks.
Sep 11 2023Pham went 3-for-5 with a double, a solo homer and an additional run scored in Monday's victory over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham tied the game 3-3 with his third hit of the night, an opposite-field blast off Trevor Gott. The 35-year-old Pham's been hot of late, going 11-for-27 (.407) with three homers and eight RBI in his last six games. Overall, he's slashing .266/.331/.477 with 16 homers, 61 RBI, 48 runs scored and 18 steals across 411 plate appearances between the Diamondbacks and the Mets this season.
Sep 8 2023Pham went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in a 6-2 victory versus the Cubs on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham got the Diamondbacks off to a good start with his solo shot in the first inning before adding a two-run homer in the eighth. The veteran finished with three RBI for the second straight game, and he's gone 5-for-9 with four extra-base hits over that brief stretch. Pham had been cold before the two-game surge, batting .148 (4-for-27) with seven strikeouts over his previous eight contests.
Sep 7 2023Pham went 3-for-4 with a walk, two doubles and three runs scored in Wednesday's 12-5 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was a factor early on, as he doubled and scored in the first inning, doubled in two and scored in the third, then walked in a run and scored in the fourth. The outfielder, who recently had a 15-game hitting streak snapped, had slumped in the 10 games since (.171) that streak. His three RBI on Wednesday were the first runs batted in since the hitting streak was stopped Aug. 26.
Sep 4 2023Pham (finger) is in the designated hitter spot and batting third Monday against the Rockies in his return to the lineup. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham injured his right pinky finger Saturday when he slammed his bat into the back rack following a called third strike. He didn't play Sunday but is feeling well enough to give it a go for Monday's series opener versus Colorado.
Sep 3 2023Pham was scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Orioles due to a bruised right pinky finger, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks didn't initially reveal the reason for Pham's removal from the lineup, but he's dealing with a finger injury that causes him discomfort when he swings. Manager Torey Lovullo labeled Pham as day-to-day ahead of Monday's series opener against the Rockies.
Aug 22 2023Pham went 1-for-5 with a double and two RBI in Monday's 4-3 extra-innings win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham played the hero for the Diamondbacks when he walked off the Rangers with a two-run double in the bottom of the 11th inning. It was the 12th consecutive game with a hit for Pham, who has five doubles, a triple, three home runs and 13 RBI during the streak.
Aug 20 2023Pham went 2-for-5 with a triple, a home run, two RBI and a second run scored in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader sweep over San Diego. He added a double and a run scored in the nightcap. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had a productive series against the Padres that included two home runs and four RBI. After a 1-for-14 start with his new team, Pham has at least one hit in 10 consecutive games, going 14-for-45 (.311) with four doubles, one triple, three homers, 11 RBI, 10 runs and a stolen base.
Aug 17 2023Pham went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's 3-1 win against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In a game that featured little offense, Pham's fourth-inning two-run shot to center field stood up as the winning margin for Arizona. The long ball extended his hitting streak to eight contests, during which Pham is batting .323 (10-for-31) with two homers, nine RBI, seven runs and a stolen base. The veteran has maintained a near-everyday role for the Diamondbacks since coming over from the Mets at the trade deadline.
Aug 14 2023Pham is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been on a tear, going 6-for-19 (.316) with three extra-base hits and five RBI over his last five games, but he will get a breather after starting nine straight games.
Aug 12 2023Pham went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Friday's 10-5 loss to San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham belted his first long ball in a Diamondbacks uniform in the eighth inning to bring Arizona within two before the Padres extended their lead in the ninth. It was the third straight game with a hit for Pham after a 1-for-14 start with Arizona.
Aug 7 2023Pham went 0-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and two stolen bases in Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham stole second and third base after a third-inning walk but was stranded there and was later part of a double steal that did not lead to a run. He's up to 13 steals for the season. Pham made his fourth consecutive start after being acquired by Arizona at the trade deadline and is 1-for-14 with two walks for the Snakes.
Aug 4 2023Pham went 0-for-3 with a walk in Thursday's 1-0 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham made his Arizona debut after being acquired from the Mets minutes before the trade deadline. The veteran outfielder reported to his new team Thursday and was immediately placed in the lineup at DH and batted third. His addition adds another body to DH/OF mix that includes Corbin Carroll, Lourdes Gurriel, Jake McCarthy and Alek Thomas.
Aug 3 2023Pham is serving as the DH and batting third in his Diamondbacks debut Thursday versus the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was acquired from the Mets just before Tuesday's trade deadline in exchange for infield prospect Jeremy Rodriguez and will jump right into a prominent lineup spot with the Diamondbacks. Pham had registered a strong .820 OPS with 10 homers and 11 steals through 79 games this season with New York.
Aug 1 2023Arizona acquired Pham in a trade with the Mets on Tuesday, Andy Martino of SNY.tv reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The sell-off in Queens continues. Pham inked a one-year, $6 million contract with the Mets over the winter and had slashed .268/.348/.472 with 10 homers and 11 steals through 79 games (264 plate appearances) this season. He can help out in the corner outfield and also cycle in at designated hitter as the Diamondbacks look to make the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
Jul 30 2023Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is taking a seat for the series finale in what's believed to be a routine maintenance day after he recently missed time with a groin injury. Mark Canha will get the nod in left field Sunday after Pham manned the position both of the previous two games while going 3-for-8 with a solo home run between those contests.
Jul 27 2023Pham isn't in the Mets' lineup Thursday against Washington, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is 0-for-9 with two walks across his last four games and will get a breather Thursday. Mark Canha will take over in left field and bat seventh.
Jul 26 2023Pham (groin) is serving as the Mets' designated hitter and batting fifth Wednesday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will be Pham's first start since he experienced renewed discomfort in his right groin last Thursday. A likely trade chip for the Mets with the Aug. 1 deadline fast approaching, the 35-year-old outfielder has slashed .271/.355/.472 with nine homers and 11 steals through 75 games this season.
Jul 25 2023Pham (groin) is out of the lineup again Tuesday versus the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham appeared off the bench in Sunday's series finale against the Red Sox, but he's not yet ready to make a full return from this latest bout of right groin discomfort. Mark Canha will play left field Tuesday and Daniel Vogelbach is serving as the Mets' designated hitter. DJ Stewart is in right.
Jul 23 2023Pham (groin) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox but said he'll be available off the bench, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the third consecutive game out of the starting nine for Pham due to the groin injury, but he could come off the bench Sunday and expects to rejoin the lineup Tuesday against the Yankees. Mark Canha and Jeff McNeil are starting in the corner outfield while Danny Mendick mans second base.
Jul 22 2023Pham (groin) remains out of the lineup Saturday versus the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is battling renewed discomfort in his right groin, but an MRI taken Friday came back negative for any structural damage and he is expected to avoid the injured list. DJ Stewart will cover left field and bat ninth for the Mets on Saturday night in Boston.
Jul 21 2023Pham (groin) is expected to avoid the injured list after an MRI taken Friday came back clean, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is not in the Mets' lineup Friday after making an early exit from Thursday's series finale against the White Sox due to renewed right groin discomfort. He doesn't have any sort of structural damage, though, and might be available at some point this weekend.
Jul 20 2023Pham said he is optimistic he won't require a trip to the injured list after leaving Thursday's loss to the White Sox with right groin discomfort, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was lifted from the game after attempting to beat out a double play in the bottom of the third inning. This groin discomfort stems from a defensive play just before the All-Star break, and he might need an extended period of rest to get it fully healed. There should be more clarity on the situation ahead of Friday's series opener at Boston.
Jul 15 2023Pham isn't in the Mets' lineup Saturday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 0-for-4 on Friday in his first game since suffering a groin injury, Pham will get a breather Saturday. DJ Stewart will fill in as New York's left fielder and bat seventh.
Jul 14 2023Pham (groin) is at designated hitter and batting second Friday against the Dodgers, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had to be removed from the final game prior to the All-Star break with right groin tightness, but tests came back negative and it looks like he won't have to miss any starts. He will be eased back into things at DH while Mark Canha plays left field.
Jul 12 2023Pham (groin) remains day-to-day after being re-evaluated Wednesday, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham hurt his right groin in the final game before the All-Star break, but an MRI came back negative and it's looking like he should be able to avoid the injured list. The veteran outfielder has been one of the Mets' best hitters this season, producing a .940 OPS over his last 40 games.
Jul 10 2023An MRI on Pham's right groin came back negative Monday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had to be removed from the Mets' final first-half game against the Padres on Sunday with the injury, but it appears he's avoided anything serious. Whether the 35-year-old will be ready to go for the first game after the break isn't clear. He will be re-evaluated Wednesday.
Jul 9 2023Pham was removed from Sunday's game against the Padres with right groin soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham suffered the injury during the opening frame of Sunday's contest and will return to New York to undergo medical imaging Monday. The 35-year-old's availability to begin the second half of the season, which starts Friday versus the Dodgers, will likely depend on the impending diagnosis.
Jul 5 2023Pham went 1-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has hit well of late, going 14-for-31 (.452) with two steals, two home runs and five RBI over his last eight contests. His theft Wednesday gave him 10 on the year -- the fifth time in the last seven seasons he's logged double-digit steals. The veteran outfielder also has a strong .286/.355/.510 slash line with nine homers, 34 RBI, 24 runs scored, 14 doubles and a triple over 65 contests this season. He's a virtual lock to be in the lineup as the Mets' preferred left fielder over the last month.
Jul 1 2023Pham went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Friday's loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The journeyman outfielder remains one of the few bright spots for a Mets team that now sits 10 games below .500. Over his last 15 contests, Pham has delivered seven multi-hit performances, slashing .386/.435/.596 with three of his nine homers and three of his nine steals on the season along with nine runs and 10 RBI.
Jun 29 2023Pham went 3-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and a stolen base in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder took Wade Miley deep in the second inning to get the Mets on the board. Pham has seized the starting left field job in June, slashing .321/.365/.603 over 22 games on the month with five of his eight homers and four of his nine steals on the season.
Jun 21 2023Pham went 1-for-3 with two walks, a run scored and two stolen bases in Wednesday's 10-8 loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mets ran wild as a team, going 4-for-4 on steal attempts against Martin Maldonado with Pham leading the parade. The veteran outfielder has become a lineup regular during a scorching-hit June that has seen him bat .321 (18-for-56) over 15 games with six doubles, four homers, three steals, 11 runs and 14 RBI.
Jun 19 2023Pham went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start as the designated hitter and batting fifth, Pham tied the game at 7-7 by taking Chris Stratton the other way in the fifth inning, but the Mets' bullpen faltered in the ninth. With Daniel Vogelbach getting another chance to re-establish himself, Pham will likely fall back into a short-side platoon role at DH while also seeing occasional action in the outfield despite a strong run in June that has seen the 35-year-old slash .311/.319/.689 through 47 plate appearances with four of his seven homers and 13 of his 27 RBI on the season.
Jun 11 2023Pham will start in left field and bat fifth in Sunday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Mark Canha picking up more time at first base of late sans Pete Alonso (wrist), Pham may be moving into a near-everyday role. Pham will pick up his fourth consecutive start in left field after going 4-for-13 with three doubles, a walk, three runs, three RBI and a stolen base over the previous three contests.
Jun 8 2023Pham went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run and an additional RBI in a loss to Atlanta on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham didn't start the contest, but he came on to pinch run for Pete Alonso after the star first baseman was forced to leave in the first inning after being hit by a pitch. Pham took over in left field, and he did his best Alonso impression with a two-run homer in the fifth inning. The veteran outfielder has gone deep three times in his past seven at-bats after hitting just three homers over his initial 38 games this season.
Jun 4 2023Pham went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs in Sunday's 6-4 loss to Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham, starting in the leadoff spot for the first time this season, was responsible for all the Mets' offense against starter Yusei Kikuchi with a pair of longballs. Pham is now 9-for-25 (.360) with five extra-base hits in his last nine games after following an 0-for-15 skid. The 35-year-old outfielder is slashing .234/.327/.457 with five home runs, 16 RBI and five stolen bases through 110 plate appearances this season.
May 28 2023Pham went 3-for-4 with a double, a walk, four RBI, two stolen bases and two runs scored in Sunday's 11-10 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had gone just 4-for-31 over his previous 13 contests before the slump-busting effort Sunday. The outfielder also logged his first two-steal game of the season, giving him five thefts on the year. He's added a meager .225/.311/.393 slash line with three home runs, 14 RBI and seven runs scored through 103 plate appearances. Pham's lackluster hitting has seen him lose playing time to Mark Canha and Jeff McNeil (groin) in left field.
May 4 2023Pham went 3-for-4 with a double and a solo home run during a loss to the Tigers in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder got the Mets on the board in the second inning by hooking a Joey Wentz pitch down the left-field line and just inside the foul pole. Pham snapped an 0-for-15 mini-slump with the blast, and on the season he sports a .773 OPS -- which would be his highest mark since 2019 -- with three homers, two steals, four runs and eight RBI in 59 plate appearances.
Apr 2 2023Pham went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, three total RBI and a steal in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old started in center field and batted leadoff in Sunday's series finale, and he powered the Mets offense on a day when both teams combined for just nine hits. Pham may not be an everyday presence in the lineup given New York's outfield talent, but he should still see regular playing time, especially if he can build on his hot start.
Mar 31 2023Pham is starting in left field and batting eighth for the Mets in Friday's game versus the Marlins, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Marlins throwing lefty Jesus Luzardo, Pham will handle left, Mark Canha will be the designated hitter and Tomas Nido will catch. Daniel Vogelbach and Omar Narvaez are sitting out.
Mar 17 2023Pham has gone 4-for-30 (.133) with only one extra-base hit, a double, and zero stolen-base attempts through 11 Grapefruit League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old signed with the Mets in the offseason to be the fourth outfielder on a team with older, somewhat injury-prone starters like Brandon Nimmo and Starling Marte, but Pham's numbers have been trending down ever since 2019, and his spring performance is a little ominous in that context. He still posted a .686 OPS last season for the Reds and Red Sox however, and he should still be able to supply some power and speed this year when he gets a chance to play.
Jan 18 2023Pham agreed Wednesday with the Mets on a one-year, $6 million contract, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He can also earn another $2 million in incentives. Pham split the 2022 season with the Reds and Red Sox, finishing with a .236/.312/.374 slash line along with 17 homers and eight steals over 144 games. The 34-year-old outfielder hasn't posted an OPS above .800 since his 2019 campaign with the Rays, but he still possesses some quality power and speed while being a reliable option against left-handed pitching. He'll likely be the fourth outfielder with the Mets but should get his fair share of starts against southpaws in 2023.
Nov 7 2022The Red Sox declined Pham's $6 million mutual option on Monday, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder will hit free agency heading into his age-35 season. Pham slashed .236/.312/.374 with 23 doubles, 17 home runs and 63 RBI in 2022 between the Reds and Red Sox in 2022. With his age and waning defensive value, Pham figures to sign a short-term contract this offseason and may not be guaranteed an everyday role with his next team.
Oct 5 2022Pham was scratched from Wednesday's lineup against the Rays for an undisclosed reason, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While a reason for Pham's absence isn't yet clear, he was removed from the lineup minutes before first pitch. Abraham Almonte will take over in left field and bat ninth.
Sep 30 2022Pham isn't starting Friday against the Blue Jays, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham started the last three games and went 2-for-11 with a double, three RBI, two runs, two walks and two strikeouts. He'll get a breather while Abraham Almonte starts in left field and bats eighth.
Sep 27 2022Pham went 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, two walks and a hit-by-pitch in Tuesday's 13-9 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was all over the basepaths Tuesday, reaching four times in six plate appearances while most notably ripping a two RBI single in the bottom of the third frame. The 34-year-old reached base at least one in six out of his last eight games, batting .290 with a home run, seven RBI and six runs over that stretch. On the season, Pham is now batting .244 with 17 homers, 63 RBI, 89 runs and eight stolen bases over 532 at-bats in 138 games with the Reds and Red Sox.
Sep 26 2022Pham is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will head to the bench for the first time since Aug. 24, ending a stretch of 28 consecutive starts. Though his steady playing time and regular spot near the top of the Boston lineup can't be taken for granted while several teams around the league frequently rest their regulars down the stretch, Pham hasn't been capitalizing on his opportunities. During that 28-game stretch, he's batting a modest .246 with pedestrian counting stats (three home runs, one stolen base, 18 runs and eight RBI).
Sep 18 2022Pham went 3-for-4 with a double, three RBI, two runs scored and a walk in Sunday's 13-3 victory over Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham knocked a sacrifice fly in the second inning followed by RBI hits in the sixth and eighth frames. He was stuck in a 3-for-26 (.115) slump over his previous seven games since his last multi-hit performance Sep. 7. The veteran outfielder has gone 43-for-165 (.261) with 20 RBI and 14 extra-base hits since being acquired by Boston.
Sep 11 2022Pham (shin) is in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham left Saturday's contest after being hit by a pitch on the shin, but the injury will not cost him any further action. He will man left field and lead off for the Red Sox on Sunday.
Sep 10 2022Pham left Saturday's game against Baltimore with a bruised shin, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was hit by a pitch in the second inning but remained in the game until the fourth, when he was replaced by Abraham Almonte. It's not yet clear if he's at risk of anything other than a brief absence.
Sep 7 2022Pham went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham put an end to an eight-game stretch without an extra-base hit when he took Rays starter JT Chargois deep with two outs in the top of the second. The 34-year-old has made each of his last 13 starts out of the leadoff spot, but he'll bump down to second in the order in Wednesday's series finale while Enrique Hernandez gets a look in the table-setting role, according to Bill Koch of The Providence Journal.
Aug 25 2022Pham (back) is starting Thursday against the Blue Jays, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham sat out Wednesday due to lower-back spasms but will start in left field and bat leadoff a day later. Over his last five games, he's gone 4-for-18 with three doubles, four RBI and a run.
Aug 23 2022Manager Alex Cora said Pham (back) will be out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old left Tuesday's contest with lower-back spasms and will miss at least one game. Xander Bogaerts also exited the contest with back spasms and won't be available Wednesday, so Boston is likely to make a roster move to add a position player. Pham also sat out Saturday's contest with a back issue, and the Red Sox may be more cautious with the injury this time around.
Aug 21 2022Pham (back) went 1-for-3 with a double and a walk in Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham missed one game with low-back tightness. H's hit safely in 10 of his last 11 contests, going 15-for-48 (.313) with two home runs, six doubles, 10 RBI and eight runs scored in that span. For the season, the veteran outfielder is slashing .245/.317/.397 with 14 home runs, 52 RBI, 69 runs scored, seven stolen bases and 19 doubles in 108 contests between the Reds and the Red Sox.
Aug 20 2022Pham (back) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Orioles, but he says he will not need an IL stint, Julian McWilliams of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham said his back jammed up on him Friday, and he was removed from that game. It sounds like a day-to-day issue for now. Jarren Duran and Enrique Hernandez will likely each be in the lineup with Pham out of the mix.
Aug 19 2022Pham was removed from Friday's game in Baltimore due to low-back tightness, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham went 2-for-4 with two doubles, three RBI and a run before exiting the contest during the fifth inning. The 34-year-old should be considered day-to-day heading into Saturday's contest since the severity of the injury remains unclear.
Aug 16 2022Pham went 2-for-4 with two runs scored in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a single to lead off the game and a second single in the top of the second inning, Pham extended his hitting streak to eight games, during which he has four multi-hit efforts. The outfielder has improved his average 11 points over that span and brought his line to a more respectable .244/.318/.395. Pham has also been a sneaky source of runs during this stretch, so fantasy managers in need of runs should consider scooping him up if he is still available.
Aug 14 2022Pham went 3-for-4 with one double and two runs scored in Sunday's 3-0 victory over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With three more hits Sunday night, Pham has extended his hitting streak to seven games. He is now hitting .333 in that stretch and has raised his slash to .242/.317/.394. Additionally, hitting in front of Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts has given Pham plenty of run-scoring opportunities, as demonstrated by each of them knocking him in once Sunday.
Aug 13 2022Pham went 1-for-5 with an RBI in Friday's 3-2 extra-inning win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham, in his first taste of the Red Sox/Yankees rivalry, delivered the game-winning hit in the bottom of the 10th to give Boston a walkoff win. The single extended Pham's hit and RBI streaks to five games, during which he's 7-for-24 (.292) with three home runs, nine RBI and four runs scored.
Aug 11 2022Pham went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 8-4 loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's seventh-inning shot gave the Red Sox life before the bullpen allowed runs in the final two frames. This was the third consecutive game with a home run for Pham, who was moved to the leadoff spot last weekend and is 5-for-19 with three home runs and seven RBI atop the order.
Aug 9 2022Pham went 2-for-5 with a double and a solo home run in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After leading off the game for the Red Sox with a strikeout, Pham recovered with a mammoth home run over Michael Harris in center field. He later hit a double off of Kenley Jansen in the 9th but did not come around to score. Tuesday's performance must be a welcome sign for skipper Alex Cora as Pham had hit just .200 in his first six games with Boston, while batting out of the leadoff spot.
Aug 7 2022Boston manager Alex Cora said Friday that he plans to use Pham as the leadoff hitter and drop Jarren Duran in the order, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per the manager's comments, Pham batted leadoff Saturday and went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts while Duran was held out of the lineup. Pham hasn't batted leadoff in the 95 previous games split between the Reds and Red Sox in 2022, but he has experience at that spot. Pham has led off 112 times over his nine MLB seasons, good for his third-most-common lineup position.
Aug 3 2022Pham started in left field and went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham made his debut for the Red Sox, who acquired him from the Reds on Monday. He's expected to be the primary left fielder while Alex Verdugo shifts to right field and Jackie Bradley becomes a bench player. That will be the primary outfield alignment going forward, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
Aug 1 2022Pham was traded to the Red Sox from the Reds on Monday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unclear who the Reds are getting in return for Pham, but he will likely spend the rest of the season in Boston.
Jul 16 2022Pham isn't starting Saturday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will get a breather after he hit .190 with a triple, five runs, two walks and five strikeouts over the last five games. Stuart Fairchild is taking his place in left field and batting ninth.
Jul 1 2022Pham went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and three total runs scored in a loss to the Cubs on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had already collected a pair of hits and scored twice before launching a three-run homer to left field in the ninth inning. It was a mere murmur of protest in a game that Chicago won in a rout, but the long ball was certainly a happy occurrence for fantasy managers who roster Pham. The veteran outfielder closed June with a .283/.362/.511 slash line along with six homers, 16 RBI, 20 runs and three stolen bases across 26 games during the month.
Jun 29 2022Pham (back) is starting Wednesday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was scratched from Tuesday's lineup due to lower-back tightness, but he'll start in left field and bat third Wednesday. He hit .125 with a homer, four RBI, three runs and seven strikeouts over the last six games.
Jun 28 2022Pham was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the Cubs due to lower-back stiffness, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was slated to start in left field for Cincinnati, per usual, but he'll end up on the bench due to the back issue. The severity of the injury remains unclear, and the 34-year-old should be considered day-to-day. Max Schrock entered the lineup in Pham's place.
Jun 23 2022Pham went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run and two runs scored Thursday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham took Phil Bickford yard in the seventh inning to record his 10th home run of the season. He's in the midst of a strong stretch at the plate, collecting five of his 10 homers in his last 18 starts. He's also chipped in 11 RBI and 15 runs scored in that span. Overall, Pham has a .253/.351/.430 line across 259 plate appearances on the season.
Jun 19 2022Pham went 2-for-3 with a run scored in Saturday's loss against Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham crossed the plate in the bottom of the sixth on a Mike Moustakas sac fly, but it was not enough to help the Reds to a win. The outfielder has been hot in June, going hitless just three times in 15 games. Pham also has five multi-hit games during that span and has raised his batting average from .232 to .256.
Jun 15 2022Pham isn't starting Wednesday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is in the midst of a six-game hitting streak in which he's slashed .308/.357/.500 with a homer, two doubles, five runs, three RBI and a stolen base. He'll get a breather while TJ Friedl starts in left field and bats ninth.
Jun 14 2022Pham went 2-for-6 with a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 5-3 extra-innings win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham singled and stole second before scoring on a Kyle Farmer single in the 11th inning. During a six-game hitting streak, Pham has gone 8-for-26 (.308) with a home run, three RBI and five runs scored. He's lifted his batting average to a season-high .250 while adding a .761 OPS, eight homers, 25 RBI, 37 runs scored, five steals and nine doubles in 55 contests.
Jun 12 2022Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional run scored and a walk in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's eighth-inning blast gave the Reds a three-run lead. That proved valuable when Alexis Diaz gave up a two-run shot to Juan Yepez in the ninth, with Pham's homer standing as the difference in the game. Through 11 games in June, Pham has gone 12-for-40 (.300) with three long balls, eight RBI and 10 runs scored. The slight surge has him up to a .247/.345/.416 slash line with eight homers, 25 RBI, 36 runs scored and four stolen bases across 223 plate appearances overall.
Jun 8 2022Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double, a walk and two additional runs in Tuesday's 14-8 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's seventh long ball of the season was one of five on the day for a Reds offense that's been surging over the past few weeks. After a recent five-game absence caused by a suspension and then a calf injury, Pham has produced a .333/.423/.667 slash line in his first six contests since returning.
Jun 5 2022Pham went 3-for-4 with a stolen base, a run scored and an RBI in a 5-4 loss Sunday against Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham drove in a run on a single and scored in the first and stole a base in the third. The outfielder has reached base safely in nine straight games, hitting .333/.395/.567 in that span. He is 4-for-4 in stolen base attempts and is on pace for double-digit steals and home runs for the fifth straight full season.
Jun 2 2022Pham went 0-for-1 with two walks, a run scored and an RBI in an 8-1 win Thursday over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham hit third and played left field. He walked and scored in the first and smacked a sacrifice fly in the seventh. It was his first appearance in since last Thursday, as he served a three-game suspension and missed time due to a calf injury. The 34-year-old has walked in 14.4 percent of his plate appearances this season, the highest mark of his career.
Jun 1 2022Pham (calf) was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds have now removed Pham from the lineup for two consecutive days while he continues to deal with left calf discomfort. The injury surfaced after Pham was reinstated to the 26-man active roster after he served a three-game suspension over the weekend. At this stage, the Reds haven't indicated that Pham's injury is anything more than a day-to-day concern, and manager David Bell said prior to Wednesday's contest that he expects the 34-year-old to return to the lineup Thursday against the Nationals, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic.
May 31 2022Pham was scratched from the lineup ahead of Tuesday's game in Boston due to left calf discomfort, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds reinstated Pham on Monday after he served a three-game suspension stemming from his pregame altercation Friday with the Giants' Joc Pederson, but the 34-year-old will end up sitting out the series opener at Fenway Park while he tends to the calf injury. Nick Senzel was added to the starting nine as a replacement for Pham, who can be viewed as day-to-day.
May 28 2022Pham was issued a three-game suspension Saturday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The ban was backdated to Friday, which was the day Pham slapped Joc Pederson during a pregame altercation that reportedly stemmed from a disagreement the two had in a fantasy football league they played in together. Pham's suspension will keep him sidelined throughout the weekend series against the Giants, but he'll be eligible to return to the lineup Tuesday in Boston. Alejo Lopez and Albert Almora have made starts in left field in Pham's absence.
May 27 2022Pham agreed to sit out Friday's game against the Giants following his pregame altercation with Joc Pederson, which the league office is now investigating, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The incident happened in left field during the Reds' batting practice, when Pham apparently slapped Pederson amid a disagreement, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic. It remains to be seen how the situation affects Pham's availability over the next couple days, but he may face punishment from MLB.
May 11 2022Pham went 3-for-4 with a walk, two RBI and two runs during Wednesday's 14-11 win over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was hitless in four of his past five games but was one of five Cincinnati players to collect multiple hits Wednesday. The 34-year-old has a .245/.358/.412 slash line with four home runs, 11 RBI, 20 runs and two stolen bases through 29 games.
May 9 2022Pham went 2-for-4 with a run, an RBI, a walk and a stolen base in Monday's 10-5 victory over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham walked in the third inning, singled and scored in the bottom of the fifth and notched an RBI single in the sixth. He also added a stolen base in the contest, his second of 2022. The multi-hit effort was his sixth of the season and first since May 3. Pham has now reached base in eight straight games, drawing seven walks and recording seven hits over 26 at-bats during that stretch.
May 8 2022Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has started 20 straight games since missing some time in mid-April with a hand issue, and he'll receive a breather in Sunday's series finale. The 34-year-old hit well during that stretch with a .270/.357/.500 slash line, four home runs, seven RBI and 13 runs. TJ Friedl, Albert Almora and Tyler Naquin will start from left to right in the outfield.
Apr 30 2022Pham went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two RBI and a run scored in Friday's loss in Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds are now 3-17 and rank 26th in scoring, but Pham has carried his weight and then some over the last 10 games. He's 14-for-38 in that span with four doubles and three homers. Running is the only part of his game that has been absent of late, as he hasn't attempted a steal since the opening series.
Apr 24 2022Pham went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk and two runs scored in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham drew a walk in the first inning and scored on a Nick Senzel single. He later ripped a leadoff double in the sixth and came around to score again. The veteran outfielder began the year in a 1-for-26 slump but has gone 7-for-22 with four extra-base hits since, raising his season slash line to .167/.273/.333.
Apr 19 2022Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Just as he did Monday in the series opener, Pham homered in the top of the first inning against his former team to give Cincinnati a short-lived lead. Unlike Monday, Pham was unable to follow up with additional hits, but it's encouraging nonetheless to see him swinging the bat better. Pham was 1-for-26 entering the series.
Apr 15 2022Pham (hand) will bat third and serve as the designated hitter Friday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He exited Tuesday's game against Cleveland after colliding with Nick Senzel in the outfield and hasn't played since. While Pham's not yet ready to return to the field, he's evidently ready to hit. He's still searching for his first hit as a Red, going 0-for-15 prior to the injury.
Apr 14 2022Pham (hand) is feeling better and could return to the lineup Friday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is not in the Reds' lineup for the second consecutive day after he collided with Nick Senzel in the outfield. However, he'll avoid the injured list without any setbacks and should be in the lineup as the Reds take on Tony Gonsolin and the Dodgers on Friday.
Apr 13 2022Manager David Bell said Wednesday that the Reds plan to send Pham in for more tests on his injured left hand, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though initial X-rays cleared Pham of any structural damage to the hand he hurt in a collision with teammate Nick Senzel in Tuesday's loss to the Guardians, the outfielder could require an MRI and/or a CT scan for the Reds to properly diagnose his injury. Senzel avoided any injury in the collision, but both he and Pham will be out of the lineup for Wednesday's series finale, opening up spots in the outfield for Aristides Aquino and Jake Fraley.
Apr 12 2022Pham had X-rays on his left hand come back negative after leaving Tuesday's game against the Guardians, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 34-year-old suffered the injury on a collision with teammate Nick Senzel in the outfield, but it doesn't appear to be a serious issue. Pham went 0-for-2 prior to his exit and and remains hitless through five games with the Reds, so an off day for Wednesday's series finale versus Cleveland could prove beneficial regardless of the injury.
Apr 10 2022Pham went 0-for-2 with two walks, a run scored and a stolen base in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hitting third for the Reds and slotting in as the DH, Pham did what he could to generate offense during a game in which Cincinnati managed only three hits. The veteran outfielder is still looking for his first hit as a Red, going 0-for-8 through three games, but he's drawn four free passes and scored two runs in addition to swiping his first bag of the season Saturday.
Mar 23 2022Pham signed a one-year, $7.5 million contract with the Reds on Wednesday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds lost several key contributors during the offseason, but Pham will provide decent power and speed in 2022. Manager David Bell previously said that Jonathan India would serve as the leadoff hitter to begin the season, but Pham will offer a solid right-handed bat with a prominent spot in the lineup. He played 155 games for the Padres last year and will serve in the outfield along with Jake Fraley (illness), Nick Senzel and Tyler Naquin.
Sep 30 2021Pham is not in Thursday's lineup against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be absent from the starting lineup for the fourth time in the team's last seven games. He's collected just one hit and reached base twice on free passes across 15 plate appearances in that span. Jake Marisnick takes over in left field and will hit seventh.
Sep 21 2021Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham extended San Diego's lead to 4-1 with his third-inning shot to left off Kevin Gausman though San Francisco would eventually come all the way back to eventually win the game. The outfielder has homers in consecutive games for the second time this year and has been hot of late, going 7-for-20 with two doubles and two home runs during a five-game hitting streak.
Sep 20 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, three total RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham extended his hitting streak to four games with a productive day at the plate, and he also snapped a homer drought that lasted nearly an entire month -- he hadn't gone yard since Aug. 17 in a road game against the Rockies. The outfielder is hitting just .220 across 41 at-bats this month but seems to be showing signs of turning things around of late, as he hit .250 over the last week and has gone 6-for-16 during the current hitting streak.
Sep 17 2021Pham went 2-for-5 with a double, a stolen base and two RBI in Thursday's 7-4 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham helped set up the Padres' first run with a single in the second frame and subsequently stole second base. He then gave San Diego a 4-0 lead with a fifth-inning two-run double. The multi-hit game was Pham's first since Aug. 12. He is slashing a meager. 167/.265/.267 through 12 games in September.
Sep 8 2021Pham is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham went 0-for-3 with a walk in Tuesday's 4-0 loss to the Angels in what was only his second start in the Padres' last seven games. With Fernando Tatis taking over as the Friars' primary right fielder, Pham looks to have ceded his everyday role in left field to Wil Myers, who picks up the start at the position Wednesday.
Sep 1 2021Pham isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has hit just .091 with two runs, eight walks and eight strikeouts across his last 10 appearances, and he'll be excluded from the lineup for a third consecutive game. Wil Myers will start in left field and bat sixth.
Aug 31 2021Pham is not starting Tuesday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder possesses an ugly.156 August batting average, and he will now sit for the second night in a row. Jurickson Profar will start in left field and bat eighth.
Aug 30 2021Pham isn't starting Monday's game against the Diamondbacks, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has gone 3-for-25 with a home run and eight walks in his last 10 games. Wil Myers is playing left field and batting sixth Monday.
Aug 27 2021Pham isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has gone 0-for-9 with three walks and four strikeouts across the last three games, and he'll get a day off Friday. Jake Marisnick will start in left field and bat ninth.
Aug 25 2021Pham is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has a .577 OPS through 20 games in August and will take a seat Wednesday. Wil Myers will start in left field in his absence.
Aug 21 2021Pham is not starting Saturday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham went 0-for-2 and drew a trio of free passes in Friday's contest. He's struggled at the plate this month, hitting .170 with six extra-base hits and four RBI in 17 games since the beginning of August. Wil Myers is playing left field and batting seventh Saturday.
Aug 18 2021Pham isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham blasted a solo homer in Tuesday's loss to Colorado, but he'll be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games. Wil Myers, Trent Grisham and Fernando Tatis will start in the outfield from left to right.
Aug 17 2021Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 7-3 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting the day off Monday in Colorado, Pham reentered the lineup with a bang Tuesday. He became the third Padre to homer off German Marquez in the seventh inning when he took the Rockies' starter deep over the wall in left center. The round-tripper snapped a homerless streak for the 33-year-old that dated back to Aug. 4. With Fernando Tatis making the move to right field, both Pham and Wil Myers could be jostled in the Padres' bid to keep their star healthy.
Aug 16 2021Pham is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham and Wil Myers look as though they might be forced to split one spot down the stretch, with Fernando Tatis Jr. becoming the everyday right fielder. Pham started in left field Sunday, but it will be Myers there for Monday's game. Both Pham and Myers bat right-handed, so there's no obvious way to platoon the pair, making it hard to predict exactly how the playing time will be handed out going forward.
Aug 11 2021Pham is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After coming out of the All-Star break with seven hits in his first two starts, Pham has managed only 10 hits in his subsequent 19 contests, slashing a measly .137/.210/.247 over that span. Pham still appears to have a hold on an everyday role in left field, but he could see his playing time take a hit if the Padres elect to bring back Fernando Tatis (shoulder) as an outfielder once he's ready to return from the injured list later this season. If Tatis ends up filling an everyday role in the outfield, only two spots would be available for Pham, Wil Myers and Trent Grisham in any given game, though perhaps Tatis himself could be rested more than usual in an attempt to preserve his health.
Aug 4 2021Pham went 2-for-5 with a home run and an additional RBI in Tuesday's win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham set the tone for the Padres when he launched a homer off Sean Manaea in the first at-bat of the contest, and by night's end, he'd recorded his second multi-hit game over the last four contests. That said, he still has more work to do to fully claw out of a slump that's seen him go just 4-for-31 over his last eight games.
Jul 30 2021Pham isn't starting Friday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will get a breather after he went 2-for-3 with a double, two runs, a walk and a strikeout Thursday. Adam Frazier will shift to left field while Eric Hosmer enters the lineup at first base.
Jul 29 2021Pham went 2-for-3 with a double, two runs, a walk and a strikeout in a 3-0 triumph over the Rockies on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Batting first, Pham scored after doubling in the first inning for the only run Joe Musgrove and the Padres would require, singled in the third and walked and scored in the eighth. The hits snap an 0-for-15 stretch with eight strikeouts covering four games, though Pham still sports a respectable .258/.369/.414 slash line with a balanced 11 home runs and 13 steals while recording 56 walks, 12th most in MLB.
Jul 24 2021Pham went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Friday's 5-2 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took Zach Thompson deep in the first inning, giving the Padres an early lead they wouldn't relinquish. Pham has been locked in since the All-Star break, batting a cool .400 (10-for-25) over seven games with two of his 11 homers on the year.
Jul 21 2021Pham is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader with Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will take a seat for the nightcap after he went 0-for-2 with two walks and a run scored in San Diego's 3-2 win in the opening game of the day. Jurickson Profar will cover left field in Pham's stead.
Jul 19 2021Pham (knee) is starting in left field and batting leadoff Monday against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old was pulled from Sunday's matchup versus Washington with swelling in his knee after colliding with the outfield wall, but he's back in the lineup a day later. Pham has put on an offensive clinic since returning from the All-Star break, going 8-for-12 with a homer, a double, three walks, three RBI, eight runs and a stolen base in three games.
Jul 16 2021Pham went 4-for-6 with a home run, two RBI, a walk, a stolen base and five runs scored in Friday's 24-8 win over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It felt like a crazy game could be ahead when Pham scored San Diego's third run by stealing home in the first inning as part of a double steal with Eric Hosmer. Pham continued to produce well throughout the game, and San Diego's explosive offense had no problem bringing him home every time he got aboard. The outfielder is slashing .263/.374/.426 with 10 homers, 32 RBI, 52 runs scored and 13 stolen bases in 18 attempts across 90 games this year. While he served as the leadoff hitter for much of the first half, he hit fifth to great results Friday and may stick lower in the lineup, which would boost his RBI potential.
Jul 8 2021Pham went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two runs, an RBI and two strikeouts as the Padres triumphed 9-8 against the Nationals on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had a role in each of San Diego's final three runs - scoring after doubling in the fourth, doubling home a run in the sixth, and scoring after a leadoff single in the ninth. The 33-year-old now has five hits in his last 10 at-bats after suffering through an 0-for-19 stretch.
Jul 6 2021Pham is not starting Tuesday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will retreat to the bench after going hitless across his past 19 at-bats. Trent Grisham will move up to the leadoff spot as Jurickson Profar mans left field.
Jul 1 2021Pham isn't starting Thursday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has recorded hits in each of the last five games, and he went 9-for-18 with three homers, seven runs, five RBI, a stolen base and three walks during that time. Jurickson Profar will take over in left field and bat seventh.
Jun 29 2021Pham went 3-for-4 with a home run, stolen base, two RBI and a walk Tuesday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham delivered a home run to lead off the fourth inning, his ninth long ball of the season. He added his 12th stolen base of the campaign in the final frame after reaching base on a walk. With the performance, Pham extended his modest hitting streak to four games, three of which have been multi-hit efforts. After a slow start to the campaign, Pham has now posted a .263/.384/.429 line with 41 runs scored and 27 RBI across 292 plate appearances on the season.
Jun 27 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, an additional run scored and a walk in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham slammed a solo shot off Zac Gallen to lead off the first inning. In addition, he scored in the seventh inning on a Jake Cronenworth single. The outfielder has two home runs in the last three games. He is slashing .254/.378/.411 with eight homers and 11 stolen bases. He is batting .317 with four home runs, nine RBI and 18 runs in the month of June.
Jun 26 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and scored three times in Friday's 11-5 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham connected on the first strike he saw and took a fastball deep to right field to give the Padres an early 1-0 lead. He would reach base twice more later in the game and ended up scoring each time. The 33-year-old has really picked his play up in June after a rough go at it earlier in the year, slashing .311/.420/.568 with four home runs, eight RBI, 18 runs scored, five stolen bases and a 13:24 BB:K over 22 games this month.
Jun 20 2021Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will get a breather after he started in each of the Padres' last 13 games, batting .354 with a pair of home runs and five stolen bases over that stretch. Jurickson Profar will cover Pham's post in left field, while Trent Grisham handles Pham's usual leadoff duties.
Jun 19 2021Pham went 3-for-5 with three doubles and two runs scored in Saturday's 7-5 win over Cincinnati. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham made good contact Saturday even though he couldn't get a ball over the fence. He's found a groove in the last eight games, going 14-for-32 (.438) with two home runs, three RBI, nine runs scored and four doubles in that span. For the year, the outfielder is slashing .251/.377/.389 with six homers, 22 RBI, 33 runs scored and 11 stolen bases through 257 plate appearances. He's added seven doubles and a pair of triples.
Jun 13 2021Pham went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, two runs scored and two walks in Sunday's 7-3 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham sent the third pitch of the game from Mets starter Joey Lucchesi over the center field wall. In the seventh inning, the outfielder drew a bases-loaded walk to force in the tying run and then scored on Fernando Tatis' grand slam. Pham has hit safely in six of the last eight games, going 9-for-24 (.375) in that span. He's slashing .237/.374/,355 with five homers, 21 RBI, 26 runs scored and 11 stolen bases across 230 plate appearances this year.
Jun 12 2021Pham went 3-for-4 with a stolen base in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder did his job from the leadoff spot, but the rest of the Padres managed only three hits combined. Pham has been running wild lately, racking up five of his 11 steals on the year over the last six games, but the rest of his numbers (.230 with four homers, 19 RBI and 24 runs through 62 games) remain lackluster.
Jun 10 2021Pham went 1-for-4 with a run and a stolen base in Wednesday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: San Diego's leadoff batter collected one of only four total hits the team managed in the contest, though he also struck out three times. Pham scored the team's lone run, following a third-inning single with a stolen base and subsequently crossing the plate on a Manny Machado single. Four of the veteran's 10 thefts on the season have come in his past four games.
Jun 8 2021Pham went 1-for-3 with two walks, a run, an RBI and a stolen base in Monday's 9-4 victory versus the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder led off the bottom of the first inning with a single and subsequently came around to score the Padres' first run. In the next frame, he walked and stole second but was stranded on the basepaths. Following a nine-game lull without a steal between May 27 and June 5, Pham has swiped three bags over his past two games. Over that short span, he has notched four walks and two hits.
Jun 6 2021Pham went 1-for-3 with a double, RBI, two walks and two steals in a 6-2 loss to the Mets on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Leading off, Pham walked and stole second in both the second and fifth innings, smashed a ground-rule double in the seventh, and grounded into an RBI fielder's choice in the ninth. His eight steals place him at 15th most in baseball yet just third on the Padres behind Fernando Tatis and Jurickson Profar.
Jun 5 2021Pham is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham returned to the lineup Friday after missing Thursday's game due to an issue with his jaw. He'll return to the bench for at least the beginning of Saturday's tilt, with Tucupita Marcano getting the start in left field.
Jun 4 2021Pham (jaw) will lead off and play left field Friday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham collided with teammate Ha-Seong Kim during Wednesday's game against the Cubs. He left the game and required stitches, but he's ready to go now after sitting out just a single contest. He'll look to get back to his good form at the plate Friday, as he was riding a seven-game hitting streak before his premature exit Wednesday.
Jun 3 2021Pham had a CT scan come back clean but is out of the lineup Thursday against the Mets while dealing with jaw soreness, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old appears to have avoided any serious complications with his jaw after colliding with teammate Ha-Seong Kim (head) in the outfield Wednesday. Pham will take at least one day out of the lineup while dealing with the jaw soreness.
Jun 2 2021Pham received stitches on his chin and will undergo a CT scan for a potential jaw injury stemming from a collision during Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 33-year-old sustained the injury when he collided with teammate Ha-Seong Kim in shallow left field, which resulted in both players suffering apparent head injuries. The results of the CT scan likely will determine whether Pham requires a trip to the injured list.
Jun 1 2021Pham went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk during Tuesday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham gave the Padres a temporary lead by taking Kyle Hendricks deep in the fifth inning. The 33-year-old has now hit safely across the last seven games with two long balls in that span. On the season, he's tallied four home runs while batting .223/.354/.338 and currently leads San Diego with a .354 on-base percentage.
May 29 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with two walks, a solo home run and an additional run and RBI in Friday's 10-3 extra-innings win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His third-inning shot off Framber Valdez got the Padres on the board. Pham is finally starting to put things together at the plate, reeling off three straight multi-hit performances and slashing .279/.446/.605 over the last nine games with two of his three homers on the year.
May 26 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with a run scored, a stolen base and a walk Wednesday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham reached base at least once for the sixth consecutive game, and he's now racked up seven walks, six hits and three stolen bases across 24 plate appearances in that span. After a slow start to the season, Pham now has a .344 on-base percentage despite hitting only .198. He's also racked up 17 runs and 13 RBI across 47 contests.
May 24 2021Pham went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Monday's 5-3 loss to Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: San Diego was facing a shutout before Pham went deep on Angel Perdomo in the ninth inning. The 6-foot-1 outfielder began May in an 8-for-43 slump with just one extra-base hit but he's collected six walks and three extra-base knocks in the last four games. Still, Pham is slashing just .195/.340/.285 through 153 plate appearances.
May 22 2021Pham went 2-for-3 with a triple, two walks, two RBI, a run and a stolen base Friday in a win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham knocked a run-scoring single in the first inning and subsequently swiped second base. He followed with an RBI triple in the second. The veteran outfielder has produced a paltry .195 batting average on the season but is reaching base at a .331 clip thanks to a 16.3 percent walk rate. He has collected four steals and scored 12 runs.
May 19 2021Pham isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham had gone 0-for-7 with a run, a walk and a strikeout across the last two games. Jurickson Profar will take over in left field and bat sixth.
May 16 2021Pham went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run, a walk and two total runs scored Saturday in a 13-3 rout of the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham put the Padres on the board with a solo shot to left field in the first inning. He later walked and scored in the third frame. Pham is looking to turn things around after starting the season with a .192/.322/.232 slash line through 121 plate appearances.
May 12 2021Pham went 2-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in the Padres' 8-1 win Tuesday over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham reached base safely three times in the game Tuesday for just the second time this season. He swiped second in the sixth inning and later scored on a groundout. The outfielder is having a slow start, batting a career-worst .205 with a .537 OPS. In addition, he only has six RBI and runs a piece in 106 plate appearances.
May 9 2021Pham is out of the lineup Sunday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will take a seat for the second time in the past three games while mired in an 0-for-10 slump. Jurickson Profar will start in left field Sunday for the Friars.
May 7 2021Pham isn't starting Friday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games after he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Wednesday. Jurickson Profar will start in left field and bat eighth.
May 4 2021Pham is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is 3-for-8 since rejoining the lineup Saturday and will receive the day off Tuesday. Jurickson Profar will start in left field for San Diego.
May 1 2021Pham (calf) will bat seventh and play left field Saturday against San Francisco, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham sat for three games in a row after leaving Sunday's game against the Dodgers with a tight calf, though he was able to appear off the bench twice. He'll be ready to go from the start Saturday and will look to improve on his poor .179/.309/.14 season slash line.
Apr 30 2021Pham (calf) will sit for the third straight game Friday against the Giants, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham left Sunday's game against the Dodgers with calf tightness and hasn't started since, though he did appear off the bench Wednesday. That suggests that the Padres don't believe he'll need to head to the injured list, but he'll get at least one more day to rest, with Jurickson Profar taking over in left field.
Apr 28 2021Pham (calf) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was available off the bench Tuesday but did not appear. With an off day coming Thursday, the Padres will give Pham a couple extra days before this weekend's series at home against the Giants.
Apr 27 2021Pham (calf) is available to pinch hit Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has been dealing with calf tightness, but this is an encouraging sign that Pham will likely avoid a stint on the injured list. Jurickson Profar drew the start in left field in his place.
Apr 25 2021Pham was diagnosed with left calf tightness after exiting Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham exited Sunday's game at the end of the second inning after he pulled up while running out a ground ball. It's not yet clear whether Pham will miss additional time as a result of the injury, but Jurickson Profar could see increased time in left field if Pham is unavailable.
Apr 24 2021Pham is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will hit the bench for the second time in three days. He's had a very poor start at the plate, hitting .159/.299/.175, though he can likely blame a .204 BABIP for some of his struggles. Jurickson Profar starts in left field in his absence.
Apr 22 2021Pham isn't starting Thursday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has gone 3-for-16 with a double, two RBI and seven strikeouts in the last five games. Jurickson Profar will take his place in left field Thursday, batting eighth.
Apr 16 2021Pham isn't starting Friday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will take a seat for a second consecutive contest after hitting .143 with two RBI and two stolen bases to begin the season. Jurickson Profar will start in left field Friday, batting seventh.
Apr 14 2021Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 5-1 loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham singled in the Padres' lone run of the night on a base hit to right-center and ended up stealing second the very next at-bat. Despite a decent fantasy night, the 33-year-old has had a horrendous start to the 2021 campaign, as he's slashing just .143/.302/.143 with two RBI and three runs scored through the first 13 games.
Apr 7 2021Pham is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be getting his first rest day of the season after starting in each of the Padres' first six games. Jorge Mateo replaces Pham in the outfield, manning center and batting eighth.
Apr 5 2021Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Sunday's loss to Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran has been playing center field with Trent Grisham (hamstring) on the injured list to start the season, and he was in the lineup for the fourth straight game Sunday against the Diamondbacks. Pham has reached base in all four of those contests and has drawn four walks in his past two. Sunday's stolen base was his first of the campaign, and it stands to reason that he may rack up many more if he keeps getting on base at his current .444 clip.
Apr 2 2021Pham will start in center field and lead off for the Padres on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham occupied the same role in San Diego's season-opener Thursday, going 1-for-4 with a HBP. Prior to Opening Day, he last played center field in 2018 as a member of the Rays. Trent Grisham (hamstring) is expected to be the team's regular center fielder this season, so Pham will likely shift over to left field once Grisham is able to return.
Mar 18 2021Pham went 3-for-3 on Wednesday night against the Cubs and has seven hits in his last 13 at-bats after beginning spring training 0-for-17 following an issue with getting a new pair of contact lenses, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. "The difference is the contact lenses," manager Jayce Tingler said. "He's starting to find a set that he's feeling better with, and he's starting to get more reps." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This isn't your average set of contacts, but a special pair that helps Pham deal with an eye disorder called keratoconus. That eye disorder hindered his progress as a prospect in the Cardinals organization until he was properly diagnosed and treated. After a slow start this spring, Pham appears to be on pace for the start of the season.
Feb 28 2021Pham (wrist) will start in left field and bat cleanup in Sunday's spring opener against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old had a tumultuous offseason after undergoing surgery to address a stab wound and a wrist injury, and he estimated that he's entering camp at about 80 percent, per Dennis Lin of The Athletic. Given Pham is in the lineup and playing the field for the first game of spring training, the team doesn't appear overly concerned about his status.
Feb 23 2021Pham (wrist) is among a group of players who are being looked at as candidates to back up Trent Grisham in center field this season, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres have not yet settled on a backup center fielder, and manager Jayce Tingler mentioned Tuesday that a number of players could get looks at the position during spring training. Pham was among those named as candidates, though the expectation is that the veteran will start either in left field or at designated hitter (if the NL ultimately decides to bring back the DH for a second season). Pham experienced some defensive struggles in the outfield last season, but he does have plenty of experience in center in his big-league career, so he is a feasible -- though unlikely -- option to play the position when Grisham is not in the lineup.
Jan 15 2021Pham (wrist) and the Padres agreed to a one-year, $8.9 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham gets a raise of exactly $1 million on the $7.9 million deal he signed the year prior. The Padres will be hoping for a big bounceback from Pham in his age-33 campaign, as he struggled to a .211/.312/.312 line in 31 games in his first year in San Diego last season. He missed time due to hand surgery and followed that up with a pair of surgeries in the offseason, one of which addressed a stab wound in his lower back while the other corrected an issue in his left wrist.
Dec 2 2020The Padres plan to tender Pham (wrist) a contract for the 2021 season prior to Wednesday's deadline, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After he was acquired from the Rays last offseason, Pham disappointed during an injury-plagued first season in San Diego, slashing .211/.312/.312. Despite the fact that Pham recently underwent surgery on his left wrist and is due around $8 million in 2021, the Padres apparently aren't deterred from bringing the 32-year-old back for another year. Assuming he makes a full recovery from surgery by the time Opening Day arrives, Pham should slot into an everyday role in left field or at designated hitter.
Dec 1 2020Pham underwent surgery earlier this offseason to correct a problem in his left wrist, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old outfielder has undergone three surgeries since mid-August. The first was to repair a broken hamate bone in his left hand. The second was to treat a stab wound in his lower back. This final procedure, which was previously undisclosed, was to address the worsening of a tear in the cartilage structure on the small finger side of his left wrist. He is lifting weights and running but has yet to resume swinging. However, Pham says his wrist feels much stronger and the grip strength is significantly improved from where it was during the 2020 season. He is projected to make around $8 million in his final arbitration year -- a figure that has led to speculation regarding whether the Padres might non-tender him ahead of Wednesday evening's deadline. He was clearly not at 100 percent last season, when he hit .211 with a .624 OPS, but at his age, it's fair to wonder what level he will rebound to, especially since he has had trouble staying on the field in recent seasons.
Oct 12 2020Pham underwent surgery to address a stab wound in his lower back Sunday night, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to Acee, the incident took place Sunday night in San Diego. He was able to avoid any organ damage and is in good condition. "I'd like to thank the incredible medical staff at UC San Diego Health for taking such great care of me last night," stated Pham. "I truly appreciate the hard work of the San Diego Police Department as well as they continue their search for the suspects. While it was a very traumatic and eye-opening experience for me, I'm on the road to recovery and I know I'll be back to my offseason training routine in no time."
Oct 7 2020Pham went 0-for-3 with a walk and stolen base in Tuesday's loss to the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was walked by Walker Buehler in the third inning and proceeded to swipe second base following a Wil Myers strikeout. The 32-year-old missed almost half of the regular season due to injury, but the veteran continues to show that this has not hampered his ability to be a threat on the basepaths. The right-handed hitter slashed .211/.312/.312 during the regular season.
Oct 2 2020Pham (hand) is starting in left field and batting fifth in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Cardinals on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old has been dealing with sporadic pain in his left hand since returning from surgery in mid-September, but it won't prevent him from starting Friday's winner-take-all contest. Pham is on a tear through the first two games of the series, going 6-for-9 with two doubles, one run, one RBI and one stolen base.
Oct 1 2020Manager Jayce Tingler said following Thursday's win that he expects Pham (hand) to be able to play in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Cardinals on Friday, 97.3 The Fan reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tingler said that Pham has been battling through sporadic pain in his left hand after returning from hamate bone surgery in mid-September. He noted that it's not an issue that can get worse, so as long as Pham can continue to withstand the pain, he will remain in the lineup for the Friars going forward.
Sep 27 2020Pham went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It has been a difficult first season in San Diego for Pham, who missed much of the campaign with a fractured bone in his left hand and is slashing a disappointing .219/.322/.324. However, he could be an important component if the Padres are to go deep into the postseason, and he built some momentum heading toward the playoffs with his two-run shot in the ninth inning Saturday. The homer was Pham's third of the campaign.
Sep 20 2020Pham is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a month-long stay on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured hand, Pham returned to action as the Padres' designated hitter over the past two games, going 2-for-7 with a walk between those two contests. Though Eric Hosmer will serve as the Padres' DH in the series finale, Pham should serve as the primary option at that lineup spot during the final week of the regular season.
Sep 19 2020Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run in a win over the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was reinstated from the injured list prior to the contest and slotted into the sixth spot in the order as the team's DH. He drew a walk in his first plate appearance and later scored the Padres' second run after leading off the fourth frame with a single. Pham figures to use the final week of the campaign to shake off any rust due to his recent hand surgery in order to gear up for the playoffs. He's slashing .212/.323/.294 with six stolen bases in 24 games this season.
Sep 18 2020Pham (hand) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Friday and is starting against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will return to action for the first time in over a month after undergoing surgery to repair the hamate bone in his left hand. In his first game back with the team, he'll serve as the designated hitter and bat sixth against Seattle. Jorge Ona was optioned to the alternate training site in a corresponding move.
Sep 14 2020Pham (hand) has been participating in intrasquad games at the Padres' alternate training site in recent days and could be activated from the 10-day injured list in the near future, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. "He's working through the pain [in his surgically repaired hand]," Tingler said of Pham. "Some days are better than others. The biggest test is getting the strength back up. It's going to be a matter of the strength and keeping the hand on the bat for the majority of the swing. He'll have a good day, take a half-step back and then take a step forward. ... it's going to be a strength deal, and that comes and goes." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been sidelined since Aug. 17 after undergoing surgery to repair the hamate bone in his left hand, which he fractured a day prior. At the time his procedure was announced, Pham was projected to miss 4-to-6 weeks, so he appears to have a shot at returning around the short end of that timetable. Pham's first season with the Padres has been marred by health issues, as he missed time in spring training with a side injury and in summer camp after testing positive for COVID-19. Pham had struggled to a .207/.316/.293 slash line prior to being sidelined with the injury, so the Padres understandably want to see him swing the bat well at the alternate site before they're comfortable reinstating him from the IL. Once he's back in action, Pham could overtake Jurickson Profar for the top job in left field, or see most of his reps as a designated hitter while Mitch Moreland fills in at first base for the injured Eric Hosmer (finger).
Sep 11 2020Pham (hand) took swings off a pitching machine Friday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This marks another progression in the outfielder's recovery from a fractured hamate bone in his left hand. He began the week hitting off a tee before taking batting practice off a coach's pitching Thursday and finally facing the machine Friday. It has not yet been a month since his Aug. 17 surgery, but Pham looks to be relatively close to a return.
Sep 9 2020Pham (hand) will take batting practice on the field prior to Wednesday's contest, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been sidelined since Aug. 17 with a fractured hamate bone in his left hand, but he's been making steady progress over the past week. He hit off a tee Monday and will now take live batting practice. If all goes well, he could return to game action relatively soon.
Sep 7 2020Pham (hand) has progressed to hitting off a tee and seeing pitches during bullpen sessions, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham stood in the box to get live reads on pitches during Mike Clevinger's bullpen Sunday and has begun swinging a bat, though he has yet to face live pitching. While he has hurdles yet to clear, the veteran appears to be progressing toward a return as he had been limited to glove work and conditioning prior to the weekend. Pham could return by the end of the regular season in order to gear up for a potential Padres playoff run.
Sep 5 2020Pham (hand) has been catching fly balls in order to increase his grip strength, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham went on the 10-day injured list Aug. 17 with a fracture of the hamate bone in his left hand. The bone is at the outer part of the wrist, and the fracture causes pain when Pham swings a bat. The veteran has been working on opening and closing his glove in order to increase his grip strength, though he has yet to take any swings. Manager Jayce Tingler noted that Pham's eventual return will be a "pain tolerance deal," suggesting that the 32-year-old will try to rejoin the active roster before he's completely pain-free.
Aug 17 2020Pham (hand) was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was diagnosed with a fracture in the hamate bone on his right hand Monday, so it's no surprise to see him land on the injured list. He's expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks as a result of the injury, but it's possible he could return at the end of the regular season if the Padres are in playoff contention. Infielder Ty France was recalled in a corresponding move. Jurickson Profar, Edward Olivares and Jorge Mateo could see increases in playing time while Pham is sidelined.
Aug 16 2020Pham left Sunday's game with numbness in his right hand, Judson Richards of XTRA1360 reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was pulled from Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks in the middle of an at-bat in the ninth inning after fouling a ball off. Manager Jayce Tingler said after the game that he was dealing with a numb right hand. The 32-year-old is expected to be examined Sunday and Monday, after which a better idea of the severity should become clear. Pham also left Saturday's game with cramping in his calves but was able to serve as the designated hitter Sunday.
Aug 15 2020Pham left Saturday's game against Arizona with cramping in both his calves. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's initial diagnosis doesn't make it sound as though he's in line for a particularly lengthy absence, though the Padres have yet to release a timeline for his return. He's been the team's primary designated hitter of late, and if he's forced to miss time, the team could simply rotate several players through the position as it was doing earlier in the year.
Aug 13 2020Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham got the Padres off to a strong start with a solo blast to left field in the first inning, but that was his only hit on a night in which he also struck out twice. The 32-year-old has been in a cold spell over his last 10 games, hitting .135 (5-for-37) with only one extra-base hit -- Thursday's homer -- and 10 strikeouts over that span.
Aug 1 2020Pham went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run and an additional RBI in Friday's 8-7 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham couldn't have picked a better time to connect on his first home run of the season, as his long ball broke a 5-5 tie and proved to be decisive in the team's ninth-inning comeback. Pham pushed his hitting streak to three games -- he has now registered back-to-back multi-hit performances while racking up six RBI in that stretch.
Jul 30 2020Pham went 3-for-5 with a pair of RBI singles and two runs scored in Thursday's 12-7 extra-inning win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham did well from the cleanup spot, including the go-ahead hit in the 10th inning when he knocked in Trent Grisham. Pham is up to five runs scored, three RBI and four stolen bases through seven games, but the outfielder is still in search of his first homer in a Padres uniform.
Jul 29 2020Pham (groin) will bat cleanup as the designated hitter Wednesday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old was removed from Tuesday's win after being hit by a pitch in the groin area, but manager Jayce Tingler indicated it was a precautionary move. Pham will still receive a break from playing the field Wednesday but won't exit the lineup. He's struggled through the first five games of the season and is 2-for-16 with one RBI, four stolen bases and four walks.
Jul 28 2020Pham was removed from Tuesday's win over the Giants after being hit by a pitch in the groin area during the eighth inning. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old remained in to run the bases and the team didn't announce an injury, but he was replaced by Edward Olivares in left field for the bottom of the frame. Pham may have just needed some time to collect himself given where he was hit, but it's worth keeping an eye on his status for Wednesday's matchup regardless.
Jul 25 2020Pham went 1-for-2 with two walks, a run scored and two stolen bases in Saturday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That's now four stolen bases through two games, a great start for the new arrival. He has hit third for San Diego so far and it's clear that Pham is intent on running when he has an open base in front of him.
Jul 24 2020Pham went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs scored and a walk in Friday's 7-2 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was able to steal second base in both the sixth and seventh innings. He came around to score on Eric Hosmer doubles both times. Pham tied his career high of 25 steals in 2019 with the Rays -- the 32-year-old outfielder can still make an impact on the basepaths. Expect Pham to feature in the top half of the Padres' lineup to start the year.
Jul 13 2020Pham made his first defensive appearance for the Padres on Sunday, playing left field in an intrasquad game, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was limited to a designated hitter role in spring training and just missed out on an opportunity to play the field as play was halted on the day of his scheduled defensive debut. He then reported late to summer camp after testing positive for COVID-19, but the 32-year-old was able to make his long anticipated return to the outfield Sunday. Per Acee, Pham was not challenged with any rushed or deep throws, but the fact that the Padres feel comfortable placing him in the outfield suggests that the strained UCL that bothered him at the end of last season has likely healed.
Jul 11 2020Pham went 0-for-3 in his first intrasquad action Friday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham missed the start of the summer camp after testing positive for COVID-19, but he joined the Padres on Friday after submitting two negative tests. Though he went hitless in his first intrasquad game, Pham reported seeing the ball well after putting the ball in play in each of his three at-bats. With his illness behind him, Pham is expected to be ready to take the field Opening Day.
Jul 10 2020Pham (illness) was cleared to rejoin the Padres on Friday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was isolated from the team after testing positive for COVID-19, but he cleared MLB protocol Friday and is eligible to rejoin the team. Despite his late arrival to camp, the 32-year-old is expected to be ready for the beginning of the regular season.
Jul 3 2020Pham has tested positive for COVID-19, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is reportedly asymptomatic, but he'll remain isolated from the team as he recovers. The 32-year-old is the only member of the Padres to have tested positive at this time under the first round of tests. It's unclear whether Pham will be ready for Opening Day after hitting .273/.369/.450 with 21 home runs and 68 RBI for the Rays last season.
Mar 31 2020Pham slashed .190/.320/.286 with two doubles, four RBI and a stolen base before spring training was suspended. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his first spring camp with the Padres, Pham didn't produce much at the plate and was limited to DH duties as he dealt with mild side soreness. However, the 32-year-old was scheduled to return to the field on the day spring training was suspended. That -- along with his participation in a sandlot-style baseball game organized by Trevor Bauer -- suggests that Pham is recovered from the side issue and will be ready to play an everyday role for the Padres when the regular season gets underway.
Mar 12 2020Pham (side) has been taking part in "regular" outfield drills and was slated to play the field in Thursday's Cactus League game, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Pham has been swinging the bat as a designated hitter in spring games, he has yet to make his Cactus League debut in the field. The Padres' readiness to start Pham in left field Thursday suggests that he is nearly fully recovered from the side soreness that has hampered him since late February. However, his defensive debut will have to wait until at least April following Thursday's cancellation of spring training and corresponding delay of Opening Day as announced in a statement by MLB.
Mar 6 2020Pham (side) will play outfield sometime next week, with Wednesday a potential target date, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been dealing with side soreness since early in camp. He's been able to play as a designated hitter but has yet to take the field, though he's been able to throw from 150 feet in practice. If he does indeed return to outfield duties by Wednesday, he'll have just over two weeks to prepare before the start of the regular season.
Mar 4 2020Pham (side) will serve as the Padres' designated hitter and will bat leadoff in Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Royals, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be making his fourth start of the spring, with all of them coming as the Padres' designated hitter. The team remains reluctant to expose Pham to action in the outfield while he works through a side injury, but the expectation is that he'll be able to slot back into the field before the Padres wrap up their spring slate of games.
Mar 1 2020Pham (side) will bat second and serve as the Padres' designated hitter in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Giants, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham will be limited to DH duty for a second straight game while he looks to move past a sore side, but he should be ready to resume playing the outfield at some point during the upcoming week.
Feb 29 2020Pham (side) will see his first action of the spring Saturday against the Reds, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is still not healthy enough to occupy a spot in the outfield, but he is ready to step into the batter's box against opposing pitchers. He will hit second in Saturday's batting order.
Feb 27 2020Pham (side) is expected to DH against the Reds on Saturday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was scratched from Tuesday's spring game against the A's due to side soreness, but he's expected to make his return to Cactus League play over the weekend after taking a few days to rest and recover.
Feb 25 2020Pham did not play in Tuesday's spring-training game against Oakland due to side soreness, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham's elbow injury is no longer a concern -- he was slated to be in the starting lineup for Saturday's rained-out spring opener -- but he has since developed soreness in his side. However, the issue appears to be minor, and Pham could be back in the lineup as early as Wednesday, per Cassavell. That's good news for the Padres, who are counting on the veteran to be a key cog in their offense this season.
Feb 24 2020Pham (elbow) won't play Monday against the Royals due to general soreness, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The soreness is reportedly unrelated to the strained UCL he suffered at the end of last season, an issue for which he received injections over the offseason. He was in the lineup Saturday against Seattle, but that game wound up getting rained out. There haven't been any indications that this new issue will significantly threaten Pham's availability for Opening Day, but there's always the possibility it develops into something more serious.
Feb 22 2020Pham (elbow) is in the lineup for Saturday's spring opener against the Mariners, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham is still not 100 percent, as evidenced by him slotting into the DH role rather than an outfield spot, but he is feeling good enough to hit. Pham slots in second in Saturday's batting order behind Fernando Tatis and ahead of Manny Machado.
Feb 19 2020Pham (elbow) threw from 90 feet for the second time during training camp Wednesday, Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham toughed out a strained UCL at the end of 2019 campaign and received treatment -- including a stem-cell injection and platelet-rich plasma therapy -- during the offseason. San Diego is looking to the veteran to provide an offensive boost after acquiring him from Tampa Bay in early December.
Jan 10 2020Pham (elbow) agreed to a $7.9 million contract with the Padres on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham and the Padres will avoid a hearing by agreeing to terms prior to the deadline. He's expected to make a big impact in his first year with San Diego after hitting 21 home runs in 145 games a season ago with Tampa Bay.
Dec 9 2019Pham is on track to be healthy for spring training after finishing the 2019 season with a strained UCL, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham gutted it out down the stretch of last season, and it's not expected to force him to miss any action with his new club. He should have plenty of time to get back into a groove during the spring and will open the 2020 campaign as one of San Diego's most dangerous bats.
Dec 5 2019Pham was traded from the Rays to the Padres on Thursday in exchange for Hunter Renfroe and Xavier Edwards, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The trade has yet to be finalized, but both sides have agreed to the terms of the deal. Pham has hit 20-plus home runs in each of his last three seasons and tied his career high in stolen bases with 25 in 2019 over 145 games. He figures to immediately slot into a starting role with San Diego in the outfield, likely replacing Hunter Renfroe in right field while also spending time in left.
Sep 27 2019Pham went 1-for-5 with a two-run homer against the Blue Jays on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham kicked off the scoring in this one with a two-run blast over the fence in left field, and the Rays would go on to win 6-2, securing a postseason berth. Friday's home run is Pham's first since Aug. 31.
Sep 25 2019Pham is not starting Wednesday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham hasn't been at his best down the stretch, hitting just .224/.268/.284 over his last 16 games and going just 2-for-21 at the plate over his last five. Austin Meadows slides to left field in his absence Wednesday.
Sep 19 2019Pham went 5-for-6 with a two-run double, another two-bagger, a stolen base and three runs in an extra-innings win over the Dodgers on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A day after a report that he was being notably compromised by hand and elbow injuries down the stretch run, Pham exploded for a career-high hit tally that also tied a franchise single-game record. While the veteran's home run drought turns one month old Thursday, he now has six doubles in September, which has helped him to a solid eight RBI over his 14 games of the month.
Sep 18 2019Pham, who went 0-for-5 in Tuesday's loss to the Dodgers, is significantly hampered by hand and elbow injuries that would sideline him were the Rays not in the playoff hunt, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. "He wants to be out there, we want him out there, we've got to continue a do a good job of managing his workload, the treatment and rehab everything,'' manager Kevin Cash said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder says his right hand issue, which he originally sustained Aug. 9 while sliding, has shown some improvement of late but still leaves him at less than full strength. Meanwhile, his elbow problem has officially been diagnosed as a flexor strain, and Pham is planning to address it with platelet-rich plasma injections and stem cell treatments this offseason. In a testament to his toughness, Pham has remained a viable contributor during the most critical time of the season, as he was hitting .340 with one home run and eight RBI over the 13 games prior to Tuesday's blanking.
Sep 14 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with an RBI groundout, a walk, a stolen base and two runs in a win over the Angels on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham set the table nicely out of the No. 2 hole, crossing the plate on an Austin Meadows home run and a Travis d'Arnaud single. The red-hot outfielder currently carries an 11-game hitting streak; moreover, he's reached safely in an impressive 24 of his last 25 games -- a stretch during which he's raised his season average 13 points to .279.
Sep 12 2019Pham (elbow) went 1-for-4 with an RBI double, a walk and a run in a loss to the Rangers on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham opened the scoring for either squad with a first-inning two-bagger that plated Joey Wendle with the first of two Rays runs during the frame. The veteran outfielder filled the designated hitter role Wednesday and could return to playing the outfield in Thursday's contest.
Sep 10 2019Pham (elbow) is expected to be back in the starting lineup Wednesday against Texas, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham has been battling a flexor strain in his right elbow, and while he was able to take the field Saturday and Sunday, the Rays have elected to hold him out of Tuesday's series opener. Manager Kevin Cash stated that Pham will at least be able to slot in as the designated hitter Wednesday, though the hope is that he'll start in left field.
Sep 8 2019Pham went 1-for-4 with a run in a win over the Blue Jays on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran was limited to designated hitter duties after missing Friday's game with a flexor strain. Pham has now hit safely in seven straight games, including all six he's suited up for in September, and has laced four extra-base hits (three doubles, one home run) during that stretch.
Sep 7 2019Pham (elbow) is back in the lineup as a designated hitter Saturday against Toronto, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham left Thursday's game with a mild flexor strain and sat out Friday's contest, but he's ready to hit already Saturday. He'll bat second against Blue Jays debutant Anthony Kay.
Sep 6 2019Manager Kevin Cash said Friday that Pham has a mild flexor strain, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After swiping a bag and joining the 20-20 club, Pham left Thursday's game with what was initially described as right forearm tightness. This new diagnosis sounds a bit more ominous, but the Rays say Pham should be able to DH on Saturday and could return to the field as soon as Tuesday. Austin Meadows is in left field Friday with Nate Lowe serving as the designated hitter.
Sep 4 2019Pham went 2-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a run during a loss to the Orioles in Tuesday's first game of a doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pham was one of the few bright spots throughout the low-scoring loss for the Rays in the matinee. The veteran outfielder extended his hitting streak to four games with his performance in Game 1 of the twin bill, and he managed to subsequently hit safely in the nightcap as well. With the three combined hits Tuesday, Pham is now hitting .426 (20-for-47) with seven extra-base hits (six doubles, one home run), seven RBI, four walks, three steals and seven runs over the last 12 games.
Sep 2 2019Pham went 3-for-4 with a double, three RBI and a stolen base in Monday's win against Baltimore.
Aug 31 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in Saturday's 9-6 win against the Indians.
Aug 28 2019Pham went 2-for-3 with two doubles and a walk in a loss to the Astros on Tuesday.
Aug 24 2019Pham (wrist) is starting in left field and batting second Saturday against the Orioles.
Aug 23 2019Pham was removed from Friday's game against the Orioles after jamming his right wist during an at-bat, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Aug 22 2019Pham led off in a win over the Mariners on Wednesday and went 0-for-3 with a walk, two stolen bases and a run.
Aug 20 2019Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run, a walk and two runs overall in a loss to the Mariners on Monday.
Aug 18 2019Pham went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run, a walk and two runs scored Sunday against Detroit.
Aug 14 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 7-2 loss at San Diego.
Aug 13 2019Pham (hand) expects to avoid a trip to the injured list and hopes to return to the lineup Wednesday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. "I'm feeling better today," Pham
Aug 12 2019Pham (hand) could be placed on the injured list in coming days, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. "He's not feeling great,'' manager Kevin Cash said. "It's
Aug 11 2019Pham (hand) is starting in left field and hitting second Sunday against the Mariners, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Aug 10 2019Pham was withheld from Saturday's lineup in Seattle due to a sore right hand, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Aug 6 2019Pham isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Toronto.
Aug 1 2019Pham (hand) is starting in left field and hitting second Thursday against the Red Sox.
Jul 31 2019Pham (hand) is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 30 2019Pham was scratched from the lineup Tuesday in Boston due to a lingering hand issue, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 28 2019Pham was removed from Sunday's game at Toronto with a right hand sprain, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 24 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and a stolen base in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Red Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Pham went 0-for-2 with three walks and a run during a loss to the Yankees in the second game of a doubleheader Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 18 2019Pham is out of the lineup for the first game of Thursday's doubleheader with the Yankees, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 17 2019Pham is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2019Pham went 2-for-5 with a double and a two-run home run during a win over the Orioles in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 12 2019Pham went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, two RBI and two runs in a 16-4 victory against the Orioles on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 8 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI double, another two-bagger and a run in a win over the Yankees on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a two-run double and a walk in a win over the Orioles on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 1 2019Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a win over the Rangers on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 1 2019Pham is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Pham went 1-for-4 with a home run in Wednesday's loss to the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk, a stolen base and two runs overall in a loss to the Athletics on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk, a stolen base and a second run scored in a loss to the Athletics on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 20 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI double and another two-bagger in a loss to the Yankees on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and two runs overall in a win over the Angels on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Pham went 2-for-5 with a two-run single and a run in a loss to the Angels on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 13 2019Pham went 3-for-5 in a loss to the Athletics on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 12 2019Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Athletics on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Pham (wrist) will start in left field and bat second Sunday against the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 8 2019Pham (wrist) is not in the lineup for the evening portion of Saturday's doubleheader in Boston, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 8 2019Pham left Saturday afternoon's game against the Red Sox after getting hit by a pitch in the wrist, though X-rays revealed nothing worse than a contusion, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 7 2019Pham (lower leg) went 0-for-5 in a win over the Tigers on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 6 2019Pham (lower leg) will serve as the Rays' designated hitter and bat second Thursday against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Pham (lower leg) said he is \"1000 percent\" sure he'll be in the starting lineup Thursday against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Pham (lower leg) is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Tigers, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Pham (lower leg) isn't starting Tuesday's game against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Pham (lower leg) remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Pham (lower leg) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Twins, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Pham (lower leg) is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Twins, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Pham went 3-for-5 with a walk in a win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019An MRI revealed \"good results\" for Pham, who left Thursday's game against Minnesota due to a right lower leg cramp, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Pham went 3-for-5 with a walk in an extra-innings win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Pham was removed from Thursday night's game against the Twins due to a cramp in his right lower leg, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 28 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI double, another two-bagger, a walk and a run in a win over the Blue Jays on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Pham went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and two runs overall in a win over the Indians on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Pham went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Thursday's victory over the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 22 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and a second run scored in Wednesday's 8-1 win over the Dodgers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Pham went 1-for-3 with two runs scored and two walks in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 9 2019Pham went 2-for-3 with a double and three walks in an extra-innings loss to the Diamondbacks on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 6 2019Pham went 2-for-4 with a walk and a grand slam in a 12-1 win over the Diamondbacks on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 25 2018Pham is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Reds, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Pham has been a fixture in the St. Louis lineup thus far in the second half, starting in each of the previous seven games and supplying a 1.044 OPS. Though he'll hit the bench in the series finale in favor of Harrison Bader, Pham's hot start coming out of the All-Star break should keep him locked into a full-time role.
Jul 21 2018Pham went 0-for-2 with two walks in the first game but went 2-for-4 with two RBI in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader split with the Cubs.Pham plated two on a ninth-inning double to build the Cardinals' lead to three and help seal the win. Heading into the twin bill, Pham had gone 8-for-11 with a homer, six RBI and six runs scored, helping his fantasy shareholders regain some optimism for the second half. Despite a mixed slash (.256/.340/.415), he's complemented it with 14 homers, 10 stolen bases, 41 RBI and 66 runs in 371 plate appearances.
Jul 20 2018Pham went 3-for-5 with three runs scored and three RBI in Friday's 18-5 rout of the Cubs.It's his second straight three-hit performance coming out of the All-Star break, pushing Pham's slash line on the season up to .255/.334/.413. Hits have tended to come in bunches for the 30-year-old this season, so he could be ready to kick off a hot streak.
Jul 19 2018Pham went 3-for-4 with a solo homer and two runs scored in Thursday's loss to the Cubs.The homer, Pham's 14th of the year, came in the second inning off Kyle Hendricks. A recent six-game hitless streak bumped Pham down in the order, though a few more similar performances could send him back towards the top.
Jul 15 2018Pham went 2-for-2 with two RBI and a run scored in the 6-4 win over Cincinnati on Sunday.Pham had been hitless over his last six games and it's probably best that he snapped that before the All-Star break. After his breakout 2017 campaign, Pham owns a pedestrian .722 OPS with 13 homers and nine stolen bases across 313 at-bats in 2018. He'll need a very strong second half to repeat his .931 OPS and 20/20 club performance.
Jul 15 2018Pham is out of the lineup Sunday against the Reds.Unless he makes an appearance off the bench Sunday, Pham will head into the All-Star break with a six-game hitless streak, during which he has gone 0-for-19 to drop his season average to .238. Fantasy owners were surely expecting more from the center fielder after he delivered a 20-20 campaign in 2017 and reeled off a .341/.453/.511 slash line through the first month of the current season. He now looks like he could be in danger of falling into a three-way timeshare with Harrison Bader and Dexter Fowler for two outfield spots.
Jul 12 2018Pham (ankle) went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts Wednesday in the Cardinals' 4-0 loss to the White Sox.Pham was scratched from Tuesday's contest after fouling a ball of his ankle two days earlier in San Francisco, but was cleared to return to the outfield after three days of rest. Unfortunately for the Cardinals, Pham's return didn't a jolt to the offense, as he went hitless for his fourth straight start and has now struck out seven times in his last 13 at-bats. The outfielder is hitting just .129/.229/.194 since June 20, but the Cardinals will likely let Pham work through his struggles with fourth outfielder Dexter Fowler stuck in an even deeper offensive rut.
Jul 11 2018Pham (ankle) will man center field and bat second against the White Sox on Wednesday.Pham was scratched from Tuesday's contest after suffering an bone bruise on his left ankle against the Giants on Sunday. He appears to be ready for Wednesday's tilt after receiving another day of rest following Monday's scheduled off day. Across 83 games this year, Pham is hitting .246/.331/.405 with 13 home runs, 33 RBI and nine stolen bases.
Jul 10 2018Pham (ankle) is in the lineup Tuesday against the White Sox.Pham left Sunday's game against the Giants with a bone bruise after fouling a ball off his foot. The Cardinals' Monday off day was evidently all the rest he needed, as he's back in the lineup without missing a start.
Jul 10 2018Pham was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the White Sox, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.Pham exited Sunday's game against the Giants after suffering a bruise when he fouled a pitch off his left ankle, with Monday's off day apparently not providing enough rest to start Tuesday. Depending on the severity of the injury, the Cardinals could opt to sit the 30-year-old Wednesday as well, with an additional off day to follow Thursday. Yairo Munoz takes over in center field Tuesday for St. Louis.
Jul 8 2018Pham left Sunday's loss to the Giants in the seventh inning after fouling a ball off his left foot and was subsequently diagnosed with a bone bruise, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Pham was 0-for-3 with a walk before exiting, suffering the injury during an eight-pitch at-bat that ended in a strikeout. Goold reports the outfielder has X-rays taken at AT & T Park, which led to the bone bruise diagnosis. Pham relayed that it was difficult to put weight on the foot postgame, so his status for Tuesday's series opener against the White Sox appears to be firmly up in the air at present.
Jul 5 2018Pham went 3-for-5 with three RBI from a pair of run-scoring singles and a double and also scored once in a win over the Diamondbacks on Wednesday.The outfielder appears to have left his extensive struggles behind in June, as he's looked like a completely different player since the calendar flipped to July. Factoring in Wednesday's production, Pham is hitting .375 (6-for-16) with a double, a home run, three RBI, two walks and three runs over the first four games of the new month. While his season average took a serious hit due to his .198 figure last month, Pham's current hot streak could be a launchpad for a return to his previous numbers.
Jul 1 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Sunday's 6-5 loss to the Braves.Pham is up to 13 homers on the year after hitting his first since June 19. The 30-year-old outfielder has struggled with the weather heating up; his batting average has dropped from .341 down to .247 since the end of April. Hopefully his solid performance Sunday will boost him through a hot month of July to get his numbers back up.
Jun 29 2018Pham will bat sixth and start in center field for Friday's game against Atlanta.This is the first time all season that Pham has hit below the third spot in the Cardinal's order. The outfielder is just 0-for-9 over the past two games since returning from an illness, and has gone 0-for-23 with nine strikeouts dating back to June 20. Manager Mike Matheny will look to get him back on track by shaking things up and placing shortstop Greg Garcia behind lead-off hitter Matt Carpenter in Friday's lineup.
Jun 28 2018Pham is 0-for-9 over the first two games since returning from an absence due to an illness.Pham missed last Sunday's series finale against the Brewers and didn't log a plate appearance as a defensive replacement in Monday's series opener versus the Indians. However, he's been back in the starting lineup over the last two games without experiencing any success. The outfielder has actually been mired in an extended slump, as he last hit safely on June 19 versus the Phillies, a stretch that's dropped his average down 24 points to .248.
Jun 26 2018Pham (illness) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Indians.Pham did not start for two days due to his illness, but he was able to enter Monday's contest in the ninth inning as a defensive replacement, and will be back in his regular spot in center field a day later. Pham will hit second against Indians ace Corey Kluber.
Jun 25 2018Pham (illness) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Indians, according to Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest.Pham did not start Sunday due to his illness, and it appears he is still not feeling good enough to play a full nine innings. He could be available off the bench if needed, but it will be Harrison Bader getting the start in center field Monday night.
Jun 24 2018Pham's absence Sunday against the Brewers is due to illness, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham has reportedly been sick since the series in Philadelphia earlier in the week, though Sunday is the first time the illness has knocked him out of the lineup. It's unclear whether or not he'll need to miss any more time. Harrison Bader will replace him in center field Sunday.
Jun 24 2018Pham is not starting Sunday against the Brewers, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham was in the lineup that the Cardinals originally tweeted but not in the one they released to the media. It's not yet clear if the original lineup was an error or if Pham has been scratched. Harrison Bader gets the start in center.
Jun 22 2018Pham was ejected in the first inning Friday for arguing balls and strikes, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Pham finished 0-for-1 with a strikeout.The outfielder was tossed while arguing with home-plate umpire Tim Timmons from the dugout during Marcell Ozuna's at-bat. Pham was replaced by Harrison Bader.
Jun 19 2018Pham went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in an extra-innings loss to the Phillies on Monday.It had been forgettable night for Pham by the time he came to the plate in the top of the 10th inning, as he'd struck out three times in his four prior at-bats. However, he appeared to make up for his struggles and then some by blasting a 416-foot solo home run to left that snapped a 4-4 tie. Although the Cardinals ultimately blew the lead in the home half of the frame and took a loss, Pham was at least able to extend his hitting streak to 12 games with the go-ahead blast. Pham may be starting to bust out of a recent power downturn, as he's now gone deep twice in the last four games.
Jun 19 2018Pham was 2-for-5 with two runs scored and a solo home run during Tuesday's 7-6 win over Philadelphia.Pham extended his hitting streak to 13 games and now has home runs in back-to-back games, but has only three games in the streak with multiple hits. The 30-year-old has a .272/.353/.453 slash line with 12 home runs and nine stolen bases in 243 at-bats this season.
Jun 18 2018Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk and two runs in a win over the Cubs on Sunday.Pham has hit a season-high 12 games, although he's managed multi-hit efforts in just three of those contests. That's resulted in his season average rising only three points to .270 during that stretch, but it's certainly an improvement over the outfielder's dreadful May (.195 average).
Jun 16 2018Pham, who hit his 10th home run in Friday's loss to the Cubs, now has a nine-game hitting streak.The 30-year-old had limped to a .195 average in May, but he's hit safely in 11 of 13 June games, including nine consecutive. However, Friday's homer was his first since May 25, a 19-game drought that serves as his longest of the season. Curiously, Pham had actually been squaring up better than he had all season during that stretch, boasting a 54.5 percent hard contact rate over the 72 plate appearances covering those contests.
Jun 7 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a run in a loss to the Marlins on Wednesday.After a dreadful May (.195 average) that put a damper on what has been a torrid start to the season, Pham has started to pick things back up thus far in June. The outfielder has a pair of two-hit efforts over the last three games, and he's pushed two runs across over his first four starts of the month as well. However, Pham does continue to be handicapped by a notable drop in power, as he's compiled just two extra-base hits (one double, one home run) in the 63 plate appearances encompassing his last 16 games.
Jun 4 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a run in a win over the Pirates on Sunday.Pham came into the contest in the midst of a dreadful 4-for-43 stretch at the plate, so Sunday's pair of hits were certainly a welcome sight, despite both being singles. It was the outfielder's first multi-hit effort since May 19, the last game before his aforementioned offensive downturn. The hope is that Pham's .333 start to June is a legitimate sign of a turnaround, an open question that will be definitively settled as the month unfolds.
Jun 1 2018Pham is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Pirates.Pham heads to the bench again Friday and continues to be mired in a 3-for-38 slump, and has struck out 16 times in that stretch. Harrison Bader will start in center field and bat second against Jameson Taillon and the Pirates.
May 30 2018Pham is out of Wednesday's lineup against the Brewers.He has started the last six games, but is in the midst of a brutal 2-for-33 slump, striking out 42.9 percent of the time while walking just once over that stretch. Dexter Fowler will start in right field while Harrison Bader gets the start in center field, hitting fifth.
May 27 2018Pham will start in center field and bat third Sunday against the Pirates, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Before going 1-for-4 with a double and a run scored while hitting third in Saturday's 4-1 victory, Pham had served as the Cardinals' No. 1 or 2 hitter in each of his previous 40 starts this season. Manager Mike Matheny's decision to drop Pham in the order may have been influenced by the outfielder's poor form at the plate heading into Saturday, as Pham had produced one hit while producing a 0:10 BB:K over his preceding four contests. Pham could reclaim leadoff duties once his bat begins to heat up again, but hitting third shouldn't be overly detrimental to his fantasy production in any case.
May 26 2018Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Pirates on Friday.Pham provided the only run of the night for the Cardinals when he launched a 414-foot shot to right in the eighth. The dynamic outfielder had been mired in a rare 0-for-16 slump prior to the blast, which was his sixth of May. After hitting a blistering .358 in April, Pham has cooled off overall in the current month, hitting just .227 over 74 plate appearances across 18 games.
May 22 2018Pham is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Royals.Pham will get a day off, with Tyler O'Neill starting in center field in his place. O'Neill has three homers in three games, but if he's to regularly steal playing time from a Cardinals' outfielder, that outfielder is unlikely to be Pham. Pham's wRC+ currently sits at 157, while corner outfielders Marcell Ozuna and Dexter Fowler have posted figures of 68 and 64, respectively.
May 18 2018Pham went 3-for-3 with a double, three runs, two walks and an RBI to help spearhead the Cardinals' 12-4 romp over the Phillies on Friday.Pham was all over the place hitting atop the order in this contest, reaching base five times and scoring three runs on an all-around standout day for the St. Louis offense. The 30-year-old is in the midst of an All-Star caliber campaign as he's currently sporting a ridiculous .318/.430/.553 slash line with eight home runs and seven steals - a strong follow-up to last season's breakout that saw him log a .931 OPS.
May 16 2018Pham went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Wednesday's 7-5 win over the Twins.It was his eighth homer of the year, and his third in the last six games. Pham has been running very hot or cold lately -- he went 0-for-12 with seven strikeouts in the three games without a homer over the last week -- but his overall .312/.419/.552 slash line on the season remains impressive.
May 12 2018Pham went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run and also was caught stealing in his only attempt in a win over the Padres on Friday.Pham continues to rake out of the top of the order, with Friday's multi-hit effort, his second consecutive, pushing his season line to .343/.450/.593. The 30-year-old outfielder has a modest seven hits thus far in May but has made them count, as four of them have left the park, leading to seven RBI.
May 10 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs to help the Cardinals to a 2-1 win over the Padres on Thursday.After missing the team's last three games with a groin injury, Pham was back in the lineup for this one and looked like his old self with the multi-hit performance that also saw him launch his sixth homer of the season and account for both of the Cardinals' runs. He looks fully uninhibited coming off the injury and he's now sporting a fantastic .330/.444/.563 through 103 at-bats.
May 10 2018Pham (groin) is starting in center field and batting leadoff Thursday against the Padres.As expected, Pham is back in the starting lineup after missing the previous three games with a groin issue. His return will push Harrison Bader back to a reserve role. The 30-year-old Pham, who is hitting an impressive .323/.442/.535 with five homers and seven stolen bases through 30 games this season, will face Jordan Lyles in his first game back.
May 9 2018Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said Pham (groin) would be ready to return to the lineup Thursday against the Padres, Rick Hummel of St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Though Pham has pleaded his case for playing the past couple of days, the Cardinals have erred on the side of caution and kept him on the bench three straight games since the groin issue has been a recurring issue for the outfielder this season. With the time on the bench in addition to Wednesday's team off day expected to provide sufficient rest, Pham is expected to resume duties Thursday as the Cardinals' everyday center fielder and leadoff man, resulting in Harrison Bader moving back into a reserve role.
May 8 2018Pham (groin) is out of the lineup for the third straight day Tuesday against the Twins.Pham left Saturday's game against the Cubs with a slight irritation of his hip abductor. He was able to pinch hit Sunday but sat out Monday's game entirely. There have been no indications that a trip to the disabled list is imminent, and the Cardinals have a day off Wednesday, so it's possible that he'll be able to come back Thursday in San Diego. Harrison Bader will make his third straight start in center field in his place.
May 8 2018Pham (groin, quadriceps) participated in baserunning drills Tuesday, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.While the Cardinals are being careful with Pham, the team is cautiously optimistic that he'll be able to return to the lineup Thursday following Wednesday's day off. If Pham isn't ready to play Thursday, look for Harrison Bader to start in center field.
May 7 2018Pham (groin) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.Pham will remain sidelined for a second straight game as he continues to nurse a slight irritation of his hip abductor. The outfielder was able to pinch hit during Sunday's extra-innings win over the Cubs, so a return to the starting lineup appears to be nearing. In the meantime, Harrison Bader will draw another start in center field in his absence, hitting second.
May 6 2018Pham, who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cubs, said that he feels about 70 percent recovered from the sore right groin that resulted in his early removal from Saturday's contest, David Solomon of 590 The Fan St. Louis reports.That level of health seemingly puts Pham in good shape to avoid the disabled list, but the Cardinals will probably need to see the outfielder show continued improvement over the next day or two just to be certain his setback isn't a major one. Despite being banged up on multiple occasions in the young season, Pham hasn't seen his performance suffer as a result. He enters Sunday's contest sitting on a .327/.445/.541 batting line and has contributed five home runs and seven steals across 119 plate appearances.
May 6 2018Pham, who sat out Sunday's game against the Cubs after exiting Saturday's contest with a sore groin, underwent an MRI that revealed a slight irritation of his hip abductor, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.The hot-hitting outfielder maintains that he'll try to play Monday, but that timeframe may not be realistic. In addition to conceding he can't run at 100 percent at present, Pham also acknowledged he may have to miss at least a couple of games as a precautionary measure. Pham's status for Monday's series opener against the Twins will become clearer closer to game time.
May 6 2018Pham (groin) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cubs, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham previously battled a right groin injury in April before aggravating the issue in the second inning of Saturday's contest, so the Cardinals will unsurprisingly act cautiously with the center fielder and hold him out for at least one day. Harrison Bader will pick up the start in Pham's stead in the series finale and serve as the Cardinals' leadoff man. Pham's next chance to play will come Monday against the Twins.
May 5 2018Pham went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in a win over the Cubs on Friday.Pham's 412-foot shot to left off Jose Quintana in the second plated Dexter Fowler and Jedd Gyorko, accounting for all of the Cardinals' runs on the night. The outfielder operated out of the leadoff spot, and he's now racked up half of his 14 RBI over 27 at-bats from the top of the order. Pham has gone deep in two of his last three games overall, and he's driven in nine runs over the last nine contests.
May 5 2018Pham left Saturday's game against the Cubs with right groin tightness.Pham was replaced by Harrison Bader in the second inning. The severity of the issue is not yet known. The 30-year-old is on a tear to start the season, hitting .327/.441/.541 with five homers and six steals in 28 games.
May 2 2018Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a win over the White Sox on Tuesday.Pham opened the scoring on the night with an impressive 455-foot blast to left in the first off James Shields, his first round tripper since April 24. The 30-year-old outfielder has been wielding a red-hot bat since that contest, going 10-for-26 with three doubles, two homers and six RBI.
Apr 26 2018Pham went 4-for-6 with a double, one RBI and two runs scored Thursday against the Mets.Pham continued to swing a hot bat, recording his second multi-hit game of the series. He has made a lot of solid contact in the early going with an 18 percent strikeout rate paired with a 35 percent hard-hit rate, which has allowed him to hit .368/.484/.539 in 76 at-bats this season. He's relying on a .412 BABIP which will almost certainly fall, but he is clearly locked in.
Apr 26 2018Pham (head) will play center field and bat second against the Mets on Thursday.Pham was forced to leave Wednesday's contest due to a head laceration, but the outfielder won't miss any additional time following the slight scare. Over 21 games this year, he's hitting .343/.471/.514 with three home runs, seven RBI and five stolen bases.
Apr 25 2018Pham exited Wednesday's game against the Mets prematurely due to an accidental head laceration, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.It's unclear when Pham suffered the injury or how serious it is at this point. He was replaced by Harrison Bader in the third inning, prior to his second at-bat. Consider him day-to-day until the Cardinals provide an update on his status.
Apr 24 2018Pham (groin) is back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.Pham had been out of the lineup for three of the last four games while battling a minor groin injury. He'll bat second and play center field Tuesday. The 30-year-old is off to a hot start this season, hitting .318/.444/.455 through 19 games, with a pair of homers and five steals. He's also increased his walk rate from an already-high 13.4 percent last year to 18.5 percent so far this season, the 10th-highest figure in the league among qualified hitters.
Apr 24 2018Pham went 3-for-3 with a two-run homer and a pair of walks in Tuesday's extra-inning loss to the Mets.Despite missing the last two games with a bout of groin tightness, Pham did all he could in this one, reaching base all five times he stepped to the plate. He's already drawn 17 walks on the year and is sporting a .348/.477/.522 slash line to go along with three homers and five steals.
Apr 22 2018Pham (groin) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Reds.Pham continues to be hobbled by a groin injury and will be given a second consecutive day off to recover. The Cardinals have a scheduled off day Monday, so with three straight days of rest, the hope is that Pham will be ready to re-enter the starting lineup Tuesday against the Mets. Harrison Bader will hold down center field in the meantime.
Apr 21 2018Pham is out of Saturday's lineup due to lingering right groin tightness, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham has been bothered by this groin injury since Tuesday, when he first experienced it tighten up in the ninth inning against the Cubs. He was absent from the lineup Thursday but returned to start versus Cincinnati on Friday, going 1-for-3 with two runs scored. Consider him day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game, though he may be held out yet again with a scheduled off day coming for the club Monday.
Apr 21 2018Pham is out of the lineup against the Reds on Saturday.Pham will get the day off after returning to the fold from a groin injury and going 1-for-3 with two walks and two runs during Friday's win. In his place, Harrison Bader will man center field and bat eighth. Expect Pham back in the starting nine for Sunday's series finale.
Apr 20 2018Pham (groin) is in the lineup Friday against the Reds.Pham didn't start Thursday against the Cubs but was able to pinch hit. His groin tightness was reportedly minor, and that seems to be the case, as he's already back in the lineup. The 30-year-old is carrying over his breakout performance from last season, hitting .317/.434/.460 with two homers and five steals through his first 18 games.
Apr 20 2018Pham (groin) flied out to center field in a pinch-hit at-bat during Thursday's loss to the Cubs.He was summoned off the bench with two out in the seventh and Paul DeJong on third but was unable to help further chip away at the Cardinals' 8-5 deficit. Pham had experienced groin tightness while taking the field for the ninth inning of Tuesday's game against the Cubs, but he'd passed a number of subsequent tests Wednesday, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports. Manager Mike Matheny consequently deemed Pham's absence from the starting lineup Thursday as strictly precautionary, implying there's a solid chance of seeing him back to his usual role Friday for the start of a three-game series with the Reds.
Apr 19 2018Pham said that he "could play today" and that he's feeling fine after undergoing tests on his groin Wednesday, Jim Hayes of Fox Sports Midwest reports.Pham isn't in the lineup for Thursday's matinee against the Cubs but appears confident that he won't miss an extended period of time after experiencing right groin tightness in Tuesday's tilt. He should be viewed as day-to-day for Friday's series opener against Cincinnati and could be available off the bench Thursday, though manager Mike Matheny has yet to comment on the matter. Either way, it doesn't look like Pham will require a stint on the disabled list.
Apr 19 2018Pham (groin) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham has been dealing with right groin tightness over the past couple days, which he first experienced during the ninth inning of Tuesday's contest. He underwent testing on the groin Wednesday, but the Cardinals have yet to release the results at this time. Consider him day-to-day until more information becomes available on his status. Harrison Bader will draw the start in center field and bat second in his absence.
Apr 19 2018Manager Mike Matheny said Pham (groin) could be available off the bench Thursday against the Cubs, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham picked up a groin injury in Tuesday's win over the Cubs, but the outfielder downplayed the severity, noting that he didn't expect to miss extended time after undergoing tests Wednesday. He added that he felt fine and could even play Thursday, though the Cardinals opted to play it safe and keep him on the bench. Pham's availability off the bench for Thursday's tilt, however, suggests he could return to the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Reds.
Apr 18 2018Pham is scheduled to undergo tests Wednesday after experiencing tightness in his right groin area late in the Cardinals' 5-3 victory over the Cubs on Tuesday, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham, who went 1-for-3 with a pair of walks Tuesday, said that his groin first acted up in the ninth inning while he was playing the outfield, but he remained in the contest due to the Cardinals' lack of available bench options. He downplayed the injury and said he would likely suit up Wednesday, but with that contest postponed until Thursday due to inclement weather, Pham will now be afforded an additional recovery day. Even if the tests reveal nothing significant, there's still a decent chance Pham is rested for the series finale. Trezza notes that the Cardinals are expected to promote Tyler O'Neill from Triple-A Memphis on Thursday, likely for the purpose of giving the club an extra body in the outfield in the short term.
Apr 17 2018Pham stated that he was bothered by groin tightness in the ninth inning of Tuesday's game against the Cubs, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham's groin tightened up in the final inning of Tuesday's game, but the Cardinals had no reserves left on the bench to replace him with. Pham said that he likely would've exited the game if he'd had the opportunity, but that he doesn't believe he'll be forced to sit out Wednesday's contest.
Apr 14 2018Pham went 3-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's victory over the Reds. He also stole two bases.That's four straight multi-hit games for the 30-year-old outfielder, who is now hitting .327 on the season. Pham also already has five steals on the season after stealing 25 last year, so he's on pace to shatter that mark if he continues to steal bases even at a fraction of this rate.
Apr 14 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a walk, a stolen base and a run in a 5-3 win over the Reds on Friday.Pham is increasingly looking like the versatile threat he proved to be in his breakout 2017 season, as he's now put together three straight two-hit outings. The 30-year-old outfielder has also been exhibiting solid plate discipline by drawing nine walks in 12 April games, which along with his .318 average over that same span, has helped allay late-spring training fears that Pham's past vision issues were resurfacing.
Apr 13 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI from a bases-loaded walk while also drawing another base on balls and scoring twice in a 13-4 win over the Reds on Thursday.The Cardinals were creative while racking up seven runs in the seventh, including eliciting a pair of free passes with the bases jammed. One of those walks was drawn by Pham, who's gone 4-for-8 with a home run, two RBI, Thursday's pair of walks and three runs over the last two games. The 30-year-old outfielder is progressively beginning to resemble the breakout player he proved to be in 2017, as he's now slashing an impressive .300/.417/.500 over 48 plate appearances across 11 April games, a tally partly comprised of four multi-hit outings.
Apr 11 2018Pham went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Brewers.Pham had been scuffling a bit lately, as he only had one hit in the five games prior to Wednesday's contest, but he broke out with his first multi-hit game since April 3. The homer was his second of the year, and more impressively, it came off of top Brewers' reliever Josh Hader in the ninth inning. Pham's hitting just .256 to start the season, but he has a decent .802 OPS even with the slow start.
Apr 10 2018Pham is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Brewers, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.Pham is in a bit of a slump, having collected just one hit in his past four contests while striking out five times. He'll get a night off as a result, allowing Harrison Bader to pick up a start in center field for the evening.
Apr 3 2018Pham went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, two runs scored, a double and a steal in the Cardinals' 5-4 loss to the Brewers on Tuesday.Pham struck out five times in St. Louis' first two games but he looks back to his old self in their last three, collecting six hits in his last 12 at-bats with Tuesday's three-hit effort bumping his average to .368 and OPS to 1.057. He put up huge numbers last year with 23 homers, 25 steals and a .931 OPS and he's off to a good start in his quest to replicate the feat in 2018.
Apr 2 2018Pham went 2-for-3 with two walks, a stolen base and two runs in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Mets.There was at least slight cause for concern with respect to Pham's performance over the first two games, as he'd struck out five times during that stretch. The poor contact rate came on the heels of some late-spring rumblings regarding vision problems, which are always of particular concern with the 30-year-old given his history with a degenerative eye condition known as keratoconus. However, Sunday's strong performance at least allays fears for the moment, and it gives Pham three hits and three walks over his last nine plate appearances across the last two games.
Mar 31 2018Pham went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run against the Mets on Saturday, but he also struck out twice, adding to the three he recorded on Opening Day.Pham struggled this spring, apparently because he wasn't seeing the ball well. That's a clear red flag for Pham, who suffers from the degenerative eye condition keratoconus, though he claimed that the issues stemmed from an adjustment to new contact lenses rather than a worsening of his vision. Pham cut his strikeout rate to 22.1 percent in his breakout 2018 season, but he's struck out five times in nine plate appearances so far this season. It's a potentially worrying development, though it could also be explained away by the fact that the Cardinals opened their season by facing Noah Syndergaard and Jacob deGrom.
Mar 31 2018Pham struck out twice Saturday against the Mets, adding to the three he recorded on Opening Day. He also managed a hit, a walk and a run scored in three at-bats.Pham struggled this spring, apparently because he wasn't seeing the ball well. That's a clear red flag for Pham, who suffers from the degenerative eye condition keratoconus, though he claimed that the issues stemmed from an adjustment to new contact lenses rather than a worsening of his vision. Pham cut his strikeout rate to a roughly-average 22.1 percent in his breakout 2018 season, but he's struck out five times in nine plate appearances so far this season. It's a potentially worrying development, though it could also be explained away by the fact that the Cardinals opened their season by facing Noah Syndergaard and Jacob deGrom.
Mar 25 2018Pham, who's hit just .170 over 61 spring plate appearances, was a late scratch from Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Mets and instead worked on refining his swing in a minor-league game, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports. "We have to get Tommy going," manager Mike Matheny said. "He needs to get his eyes working with his stroke. Obviously, they go hand in hand. I think it comes down to him seeing the ball the way he wants to."Pham battled a condition known as keratoconus, which has a degenerative effect on the shape of the cornea, for a substantial portion of his pro career. Corrective surgery in 2016 seemed to work wonders, as the outfielder slashed an impressive .306/.411/.520 with 47 extra-base hits (22 doubles, two triples, 23 home runs) and 25 stolen bases over 530 plate appearances last season. Pham recently described his spring struggles as a byproduct of him "not seeing the ball well", which immediately raised a red flag for Matheny. For the moment, his current issues with respect to vision appear to relate to nothing more serious than Pham adjusting to new contact lenses, and he's also trying to correct a problem with his body positioning when swinging. Pham was allowed to lead off every inning in Saturday's minor-league outing and went 3-for-7 with a home run, a tally that included a single in five plate appearances against the Marlins' Adam Conley.
Mar 5 2018Pham, who's hitting .364 (4-for-11) with a triple, a home run, two RBI and two runs across four spring training games, will play under a one-year, $570,000 salary in 2018, Joe Trezza of MLB.com reports.Pham's salary was set after he rejected a two-year contract that the Cardinals had offered during the process of negotiating his 2018 salary as an unsigned arbitration-eligible player. The emerging outfielder felt the team's multi-year offer "wasn't strong enough", leading to a mutual agreement on a one-year deal that encompasses the coming season. The 30-year-old enjoyed a breakout 2017, slashing .306/.411/.520 with 23 home runs, 73 RBI and 25 stolen bases across 128 games. Those numbers put Pham in select company, as Jose Altuve and Mike Trout were the only other two players to slash at least .300/.400/.500 with at least 20 homers and 20 stolen bases. By only committing to the coming season, Pham becomes arbitration-eligible for the first time next offseason.
Oct 1 2017Pham is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers.Manager Mike Matheny will rest his starters for the season's final game. Pham -- who will wrap up the year with a stellar 148 wRC+ -- will be replaced by Magneuris Sierra in left field.
Sep 28 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run scored and two stolen bases in Thursday's 2-1, 11-inning loss to the Cubs.Pham's left side contusion certainly didn't affect his speed in this one, as he manufactured St. Louis' only run following a leadoff single in the sixth inning by stealing second base and advancing to third on a wild pitch before coming around to score on a Dexter Fowler ground out. That display coupled with Pham's stolen base in the third inning gave him 25 steals this season to go with 23 home runs. Pham's 20-20 season has come out of nowhere considering the 29-year-old outfielder had never previously reached double digits in either category.
Sep 27 2017Pham (side) will be in Wednesday's lineup against the Cubs, Jim Hayes of Fox Sports Midwest reports.Pham was forced to exit Tuesday's contest a couple innings after getting plunked by a Jake Arrieta fastball, but he's back in left field for Wednesday's affair following the diagnosis of a left-side contusion. Since the beginning of September, Pham is hitting .303/.432/.576 with four home runs and 12 RBI.
Sep 26 2017Pham exited Tuesday's game against the Cubs early with a left-side contusion.Pham was hit by a pitch on his left side during his at-bat in the sixth inning. He was able to remain in the game for the following inning before being pinch-hit for by Stephen Piscotty in the eighth. He's seemingly avoided a serious injury, but it would be a major hit to the Cardinals' already-slim playoff hopes if the breakout left fielder is forced to miss any time at all. He should be considered day-to-day heading into Wednesday's game against the Cubs.
Sep 23 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a double, a home run and three RBI in Saturday's loss to the Pirates.His breakout season continues -- Pham has collected multiple hits in five of his last nine games, with three homers and four steals over that stretch, and is now batting .312/.411/.530 for the year. The 29-year-old is leading many fantasy owners to championships with his cross-category production.
Sep 21 2017Pham went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two RBI and two runs scored during Wednesday's win over Cincinnati.Pham is currently in the midst of a mini heater with three doubles, two homers, five RBI, two stolen bases and six runs through his past six games. He's posted breakout numbers for the Cards this season and boasts an impressive .309/.408/.523 slash line for the season with 21 homers and 21 stolen bases.
Sep 18 2017Pham went 3-for-5 in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Cubs.Pham shows absolutely no signs of slowing down as the regular season nears its conclusion, as he now has three multi-hit efforts in September and has hit safely in four of the last six contests. The 29-year-old outfielder has already swiped four bases in September as well, leaving him just one short of his best monthly total in that category this season.
Sep 15 2017Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo homer and a walk Friday against the Cubs.Pham blasted his 21st homer of the season to give the Cardinals a first-inning lead although they'd go on to lose the contest. After a slow start to the month in the power department, he's homered in back-to-back contests, and hopefully he'll get hot for his fantasy managers down the stretch run and continue being the major fantasy asset as he's been all year.
Sep 14 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a double, a two-run homer and two stolen bases in Thursday's win over the Reds.With that, Pham is now up to 20 homers and 21 stolen bases on the year -- he's the fifth player in baseball to reach 20-20 this season, and the first in the National League. He seems to be seeing the ball just fine again after missing a few games recently with a vision issue, as he's 3-for-10 with three extra-base hits, three walks and six runs scored in three games since his return.
Sep 12 2017Pham (impaired vision) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Reds, manning left field and hitting second.Not long after returning from a shoulder injury, Pham was held out Sunday due to issues with his vision. It appears to have been a minor issue, however, as he is back in his customary spot against righty Robert Stephenson.
Sep 12 2017Pham went 1-for-4 with a triple, a walk, four runs scored and two RBI in Tuesday's 13-4 win over the Reds.Pham drove in two runs with a second-inning triple before coming around to score himself one batter later. He also crossed the plate in the first, fourth and seventh innings. This was a rare display of home offense from Pham, who came in hitting .267 at Busch Stadium and .338 elsewhere.
Sep 10 2017Pham was withheld from Sunday's lineup due to issues with his vision, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.There's yet to be any word regarding the severity of Pham's vision issue, but it could definitely be factoring into his recent struggles at the plate. Pham, who's hitting .306/.406/.509 for the year, has played in six games since the start of September and gone just 2-for-13 (.154). He should be considered day-to-day for now.
Sep 10 2017Pham is not in the lineup for Sunday's matchup against the Pirates.Pham, who's hitting .306 with a .915 OPS for the season, had a tough time at the plate Saturday night as he went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. He'll have the day off while Randal Grichuk patrols left field.
Sep 8 2017Pham (shoulder) is in the lineup for Friday's matchup against the Pirates.After missing three consecutive games, Pham is in the Cardinals' lineup. He'll start in center field and hit third in the order Friday night. Pham has played great throughout the 2017 campaign and will head into Friday's outing with a .310/.407/.516 line.
Sep 7 2017Pham (shoulder) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres.Pham will miss a third straight game as he continues to deal with a dead arm in his right shoulder. Consider him day-to-day; Harrison Bader will draw another start for him in left field, batting second.
Sep 6 2017Pham (shoulder) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Padres.He will miss a second straight game with dead arm, specifically in his right shoulder. Harrison Bader is starting in left field and hitting second against righty Dinelson Lamet.
Sep 5 2017Pham (shoulder) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Padres.Pham returned from a thumb injury Sunday only to come down with a sore shoulder Monday. He likened the shoulder discomfort to "dead arm," saying he felt like he had been punched in the shoulder. His status for the rest of the series is up in the air.
Sep 4 2017Pham was removed from Monday's game with soreness in his right shoulder, Derrick Goold of the St. Loius Post-Dispatch reports.Pham was 2-for-4 with a stolen base before being replaced by Stephen Piscotty in the eighth inning. The severity of the injury hasn't been clarified at this point, but more should be known following Monday's game.
Sep 4 2017Pham said he felt like he had been punched in the shoulder during Monday's game but expects to return to the lineup Tuesday, Fox Sports Midwest reports.Pham likened the feeling in his shoulder to dead arm. Despite the pain, Pham said he was optimistic he wouldn't have to miss any time. Considering Matt Carpenter is also dealing with an injury, the Cardinals need Pham in the lineup, so expect him back Tuesday night.
Sep 3 2017Pham (thumb) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Giants.Pham has missed back-to-back games while nursing a thumb injury, but had been heating up prior to that setback, posting a 1.577 OPS over a six-game hitting streak. Now back to health, look for Pham to take over as the everyday left fielder, with Stephen Piscotty and Randal Grichuk splitting time in right.
Sep 2 2017Pham (thumb) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Giants.Pham is still recovering from a swollen thumb that he suffered during Thursday night's game while sliding into second base. The 29-year-old has been on a tear recently, hitting .476/.577/1.000 with three home runs and eight RBI during his last six games. He should be considered day-to-day while Randal Grichuk and Stephen Piscotty draw the corner outfield assignments for Saturday's contest.
Sep 1 2017Pham went 3-for-4 with two RBI from a run-scoring single and a bases-loaded hit-by-pitch in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Giants. He also doubled.Pham closed out August on another one of his trademark heaters, as he currently boasts a six-game hitting streak during which he's hit .476 with two doubles, three home runs, eight RBI, four walks and six runs. The 29-year-old outfielder is sporting a stellar .414 wOBA over his 195 second-half plate appearances as well and boasts career highs across the board in what has been a breakout 2017.
Sep 1 2017Pham (thumb) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Giants, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.His right thumb is swollen from a slide into the second-base bag Thursday night, but Pham downplayed the injury, saying he expects to return to the lineup Saturday. Harrison Bader will get a start in the outfield against right-hander Johnny Cueto.
Aug 30 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI during Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee.Despite playing in the minors until May 5, Pham is having a monster fantasy campaign. Wednesday's two-homer showing has him up to 19 round trippers, 59 RBI, 17 stolen bases and 75 runs with a .307/.402/.517 slash line for the season. The outfielder isn't showing any signs of slowing down, either.
Aug 26 2017Pham went 1-for-3 with a walkoff home run in Saturday's win over the Rays.He also walked twice and scored three runs in total. Pham came into Saturday with just one hit in his last six games (1-for-15), but he's back up to .304/.400/.501 after Saturday's performance. The only reasonable complaint from fantasy owners is the fact that Pham hasn't been running as much of late, recording one steal in his last 14 games.
Aug 25 2017Pham is out of the lineup for Friday's contest against the Rays.Pham will give way to Randal Grichuk in left field for Friday's outing. Although Pham has put together a .301 batting average for the season, he's only managed to go 4-for-22 (.182) over the last seven games.
Aug 20 2017Pham is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh.Coming off an 0-for-4 effort Saturday, Pham will get the night off. With Pham taking a seat, Randal Grichuk will move to left field while Stephen Piscotty heads to right.
Aug 18 2017Pham went 1-for-4 with a homer, a walk, two runs and two RBI Friday against the Pirates.Pham left the yard for the 16th time this year to open the scoring for the Cards in a road victory. After not homering since July 24, he's left the yard in back-to-back contests, and he has an excellent .311 batting average along with a strong .508 slugging percentage.
Aug 17 2017Pham went 2-for-5 with a double in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Red Sox.Pham extended his hitting streak to eight games with Wednesday's production, a stretch that now includes three doubles. He's boasting a .412 OBP during August and has his season line up to an impressive .310/.399/.492, numbers that are partly comprised of 30 extra-base hits (15 doubles, a triple and 14 home runs).
Aug 9 2017Pham is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Royals.Pham receives a standard day off after starting the past eight games, going 9-for-33 with three RBI during that span. In his place, Jose Martinez draws the assignment in left, batting second.
Aug 2 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and a run in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Brewers.Pham has now hit safely in seven consecutive starts and has his season line up to an impressive .311/.394/.519 with Tuesday's production. The 29-year-old outfielder is coming off his best month of the season in July, during which he posted a .344/.421/.591 line and drove in 19 runs. His outstanding all-around production, which includes 14 stolen bases, have made him one of this season's most pleasant fantasy surprises in any format.
Jul 30 2017Pham is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks.Pham has started each of the team's previous 18 games and has been an elite offensive weapon during that time. He'll get a well-earned day of rest as the Cardinals look to split their four-game series against the Diamondbacks. Randal Grichuk draws the start in right field with Jose Martinez taking over in left.
Jul 27 2017Pham went 2-for-2 with an RBI from a sacrifice fly, two walks and two runs in Wednesday's 10-5 win over the Rockies.Pham continues to be a constant presence on the base paths, a fact that's borne out by his .447 OBP in July and .400 figure for the season. He's been better than ever in the current month, racking up 10 multihit efforts and driving in 19 runs as part of a .363/.447/.650 line. Pham has now reached safely in 14 of his last 15 contests as well and has hit .329 in his 143 at-bats out of the two hole.
Jul 25 2017Pham went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, two walks and two runs in Monday's 8-2 win over the Rockies.Just more of the same for one of the Cardinals' breakout players of 2017, who now has five homers in July, including three in his last eight contests. Pham has also driven in an impressive 18 runs during the month and has boosted his season average 26 points to .308 since July 1.
Jul 22 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run single, a double, a walk and two runs in Friday's 11-4 win over the Cubs.The 29-year-old outfielder enjoyed a strong May and June, but he's taken his performance to another level in July. Factoring in Friday's production, Pham's monthly line sits at .375/.444/.688, with eight multi-hit efforts and 11 extra-base hits (six doubles, a triple, four home runs) playing an integral part in his success.
Jul 17 2017Pham went 2-for-3 with a three-run home run during Monday's win over the Mets.Pham is now 7-for-15 since the All-Star break and sports an impressive .311/.398/.530 slash line for the season. He's hit his way into a full-time job in the St. Louis outfield, and his cross-category profile makes him a strong asset in the majority of fantasy settings.
Jul 15 2017Pham went 3-for-4 with a double, a run and an RBI on Saturday against the Pirates.Pham scored the Cardinals first run to break up a scoreless tie in the fourth inning of a winning effort before doubling in an insurance run an inning later. He's provided fantasy managers a great boost to their lineups by posting an outstanding .311/.393/.524 slash line.
Jul 15 2017Pham (hip) went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Pirates.Pham showed no ill effects from the hip ailment that prompted an early exit from the final game before the All-Star break last Sunday. The 29-year-old outfielder is wielding a red-hot bat in July, having already compiled four multi-hit efforts, five extra-base hits (two doubles, a triple, two home runs) and nine RBI in 10 games, a stretch that's pushed his average from .289 to .303.
Jul 14 2017Pham (hip) is in the lineup for Friday's game against the Pirates, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.Pham was removed from Sunday's game with hip tightness, but was abled to recover during the All-Star break and slides back into the lineup for the series opener in Pittsburgh. He will draw the start in left while batting second during Friday's contest.
Jul 9 2017Pham left Sunday's game against the Mets with right hip tightness.He went 3-for-3 with a home run prior to exiting, and has recently solidified a starting role in the Cardinals outfield. Randal Grichuk replaced him in left field and would be the main beneficiary if Pham misses time in the second half.
Jul 7 2017Pham is not in the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Mets,Pham has gotten plenty of playing time recently thanks to the absence of Dexter Fowler, who was activated from the DL on Friday after missing nearly two weeks with a heel injury. Although playing time appears to be running thin, it may be hard to ignore the 29-year-old's recent offensive spurt, so look for the Cardinals to shuffle their lineup every so often for various opportunities.
Jul 6 2017Pham went 2-for-5 with two doubles, a run scored and three RBI in Wednesday's 9-6 loss to the Marlins.He remains red hot at the plate, slashing .371/.476/.571 over his last 10 games with a homer, three steals, 10 RBI and 11 runs. Pham's already set new career highs in the latter four fantasy categories, and the 29-year-old seems to finally be establishing himself as a regular member of the Cards' outfield.
Jul 4 2017Pham went 3-for-3 with a triple, two walks, two RBI and two runs during Monday's win over Miami.The outfielder is in the midst of an excellent run dating back to mid-June with a .969 OPS, five homers, 13 RBI and 17 runs through his past 17 games. He's playing more consistently of late and moving the fantasy needle across all categories. Remember, Pham didn't join the Cards until May 5, so his 10 homers and nine stolen bases are nice totals through just 214 plate appearances.
Jul 3 2017Pham went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Sunday's 7-2 loss to the Nationals.The Cardinals only pieced together two singles while Max Scherzer was in the game, but Pham capitalized on Enny Romero's presence in the game by hitting a 382-foot later to right in the eighth with Matt Carpenter on, accounting for all of the Cardinals' runs on the night. The blast broke a 10-game long-ball drought for Pham and also established a new career high in home runs for the 29-year-old.
Jun 30 2017Pham entered Thursday's 10-4 win over the Diamondbacks in the eighth inning as a pinch hitter and delivered a two-run single in his one at-bat. He also stole a base and scored.Pham had originally received the day off but made his presence felt anyhow, giving the Cardinals some breathing room by extending their lead to 7-3 with his RBI hit. The 29-year-old is riding a modest four-game hitting streak and has hit safely in nine of his last 10 contests overall.
Jun 29 2017Pham is not in the Thursday lineup against the Diamondbacks, Jim Hayes of Fox Sports Midwest reports.The full lineup wasn't released at the time of this report. Regardless, Pham is merely getting a breather, per Hayes, for the matinee contest. Despite a recent stretch with four home runs in five games, Pham has fallen back to earth in June, with a .244/.333/.400 slash in 102 plate appearances. Still, those big flies make up for this regression to the mean in deeper fantasy leagues.
Jun 27 2017Pham went 2-for-3 with an RBI single, two walks, a stolen base and three runs in Monday's 8-2 win over the Reds.The outfielder wreaked havoc all afternoon out of the leadoff spot, posting his fourth multi-hit effort in the last 10 games in the process. Pham's contributions at the plate have exceeded those that he generated during his two extended previous big-league stints with the Cardinals, and some recent steps he took to correct long-term vision issues seem to have helped. Factoring in Monday's production, his well-rounded offensive profile includes a .281/.371/.488 line that's complemented by nine home runs, 23 RBI and seven stolen bases.
Jun 26 2017Pham is starting in center field and batting leadoff Monday against the Reds.With normal leadoff man Matt Carpenter getting the day off, Pham will jump up to the top of the order for the first time this season. The 29-year-old is slashing .274/.359/.484 with nine homers and six stolen bases in 45 games this season.
Jun 23 2017Pham is not in the lineup Friday against the Pirates, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Despite knocking three homers in his last three starts, Pham will head to the bench for a breather. Jose Martinez will start for him in left field while Dexter Fowler (quadriceps) returns to the lineup in center field.
Jun 23 2017Updating an earlier report, Pham is starting in center field and batting second Friday against the Pirates.The Cardinals posted a few different lineups earlier in the day, but the final one seems to have Pham starting in center field over Dexter Fowler (quadriceps). The Cardinals will continue to ride the 29-year-old's hot bat, as he is 5-for-14 with three homers over the last three contests.
Jun 21 2017Pham went 2-for-5 with two solo home runs in Wednesday's extra-inning win over the Phillies.His second homer of the game was timely, as he went yard off Hector Neris in the top of the ninth inning to tie the game at 5-5 and give the Cards a chance to win it in the 10th. After a tough start to June, Pham now has four home runs in his last five games.
Jun 20 2017Pham went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 8-1 win over the Phillies.His 11th-inning blast, Pham's seventh homer of the year, was part of a seven-run outburst by the Cards that blew the game wide open after an impressive pitcher's duel between Mike Leake and Jeremy Hellickson. The 29-year-old outfielder is still only hitting .233 (14-for-60) in June, however, and Pham could lose his hold on the starting job in left field if he doesn't pick up the pace soon.
Jun 17 2017Pham went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and two runs in Friday's 11-2 win over the Orioles.Pham was part of a spectacular night for the bottom third of the Cardinals' order, blasting a 424-foot shot in the seventh that was his first round tripper since May 28. While the 29-year-old has cooled off the plate some in June, he's posted four multi-hit outings and has already crossed the plate eight times across the first 15 games of the month.
Jun 14 2017Pham is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Brewers.Pham has been a solid contributor to the Cardinals' lineup this season, although his move to the bench for the day seems more about rewarding Jose Martinez for his outstanding play in Tuesday's doubleheader as opposed to a reflection of Pham's performance. It seems like a simple day off, with Pham likely to get back in action in the next day or two.
Jun 12 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and two runs in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Phillies.Pham has been one of the more surprising stories of the Cardinals' season, as it appears that the light may have finally come on for him offensively. Sunday's effort was his third two-hit outing in the last five games and brought his season line to .302/.406/.491. Pham has provided a bit of everything, posting 10 extra-base hits (five doubles, five home runs), 16 RBI, six stolen bases and 21 runs over 128 plate appearances while raising his walk rate to 14.1percent (from last season's 10.9 percent) and cutting his strikeout rate dramatically as well (38.8 percent to 23.4 percent).
Jun 6 2017Pham went 1-for-3 with an RBI double, a walk and a run in Monday's 4-2 loss to the Reds.Pham's fifth-inning two-bagger drove home Yadier Molina to snap a scoreless tie and give him his first RBI since May 28. The 29-year-old has made solid all-around contributions since debuting on May 5, slashing .295/.390/.523 while compiling 10 extra-base hits (five doubles, five home runs), 15 RBI, 13 walks, 18 runs and four stolen bases. Pham's current numbers put him on pace for his best production at the big-league level in four stints over the past four seasons with the Cardinals.
May 31 2017Pham will start in left field and bat fifth Wednesday against the Dodgers.Pham had been batting in the two hole in the last four games, but he'll move down in the pecking order as the Cardinals restructure their lineup following the return of Stephen Piscotty (personal), who had been away from the team since last Thursday. The drop in the batting order shouldn't put too much of a damper on Pham's fantasy outlook, which is trending up now that he seems to have a steady grasp on a full-time role with the Cardinals banishing Randal Grichuk to High-A Palm Springs earlier this week.
May 28 2017Pham went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Rockies.Pham's 406-foot shot to left center in the fifth plated Dexter Fowler and gave the Cardinals some breathing room in an unexpectedly low-scoring game. The 29-year-old outfielder is receiving a stretch of starts this weekend as part of the domino effect of Stephen Piscotty's sabbatical due to a family matter, and he's now hit safely in three straight games. After generating mixed results during his stints with the big-league club over the last two seasons, Pham is slashing a career-high .339/.411/.597 over 73 plate appearances thus far in 2017.
May 28 2017Pham went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's loss in Colorado.Pham seems to enjoy the mountain air of Colorado, as he delivered a long ball for the second straight day. His shot on Sunday came in the seventh inning off reliever Chris Rusin and cut the Rockies' lead to just one. Pham has notched a hit in each of his last five starts, batting .444 over that stretch.
May 13 2017Pham went 2-for-3 with a walk and two RBI in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Cubs.He's been extremely productive since his callup to the bigs, to the tune of a .387/.486/.806 slash line through eight games. Obviously it isn't realistic to expect Pham to keep up this Ruthian pace (he does have a .500 BABIP and is a career .254 hitter), but fantasy owners have can ride the wave for as long as it lasts.
May 10 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with an RBI double, another two-bagger and a run in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Marlins.Pham snapped a scoreless tie in the fifth with a double to left center that plated Yadier Molina. The 29-year-old has been a smashing success since his May 5 call-up, as he's now hitting .450 with three doubles, three home runs and six RBI over his first 20 at-bats and has reached safely in all five games.
May 7 2017Pham is playing left field and batting eighth during Sunday's game against the Braves.Pham will draw his third consecutive start after being recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Friday. The 29-year-old knocked a two-run homer Friday and went hitless Saturday. He'll look to provide some pop in the latter-third of the Cardinals' lineup Sunday.
May 7 2017Pham finished 4-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI, a stolen base and a walk during Sunday's 6-4 win over the Braves.Pham stroked a solo home run to right field in the third inning and delivered the biggest hit of the afternoon later on -- a two-run shot to left that decided the game in the 14th. The 29-year-old has already made an impact after making his season debut on Friday, going 6-for-12 with three home runs, five RBI, two walks and a stolen base over the three-game set. Pham should continue to see regular playing time in the absences of Stephen Piscotty (hamstring) and Dexter Fowler (shoulder).
May 6 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Friday's win over Atlanta.With Stephen Piscotty (hamstring) and Dexter Fowler (shoulder) injured, Pham boasts fleeting fantasy value and will likely receive semi-regular at-bats. His career .248/.337/.469 slash line doesn't jump off the page, but the outfielder has some pop, and he can help in deep seasonal settings and daily contests while up with the big club.
May 5 2017Pham is starting in center field for Friday's game against the Braves, Jim Hayes of Fox Sports Midwest reports.With Stephen Piscotty (hamstring) and Dexter Fowler (shoulder) sidelined, Pham will get the chance to make his case for an extended role in the Cardinals' lineup. The 29-year-old made 31 appearances in center field last season for St. Louis, en route to an unappealing .226/.324/.440 slash line over 78 total games.
May 5 2017Pham was officially recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Friday, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.With Stephen Piscotty hitting the disabled list Friday and Dexter Fowler dealing with a shoulder issue, the Cardinals were in desperate need of outfield help. Pham, who has been off to a strong start at Triple-A, fits the bill in this case. As long as Piscotty is on the shelf, Pham figures to see semi-regular playing time in right field.
Mar 21 2017Pham went 1-for-1 with a pinch-hit two RBI triple in Monday's spring game.Pham is now 2-for-3 with a walk and three RBI in his last two games, bringing his spring line to .258/.378/.355. There is still time left for the 29-year-old to earn a utility spot on the Cardinals' roster, but he'll have to improve his numbers in order to do so.
Mar 17 2017Pham exited Friday's game after sustaining a lip laceration while sliding into second, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.It's unclear how serious the issue is or how long he'll be out, so consider him day-to-day until the Cardinals say otherwise.
Mar 13 2017Pham went 2-for-4 with a run-scoring single that netted two RBI and a run in Sunday's 9-9 Grapefruit League tie with the Marlins.Pham led off and had some much-needed success at the plate. Even with the pair of singles he generated Sunday, Pham's spring line sits at .222/.323/.222, so he'll need several more productive outings to get his numbers up to closer to the levels he'll need to attain to remain viable utility option for manager Mike Matheny in 2017.
Mar 3 2017Pham entered Thursday's 9-4 Grapefruit League victory over the Braves as a pinch runner in the bottom of the fifth inning and notched a stolen base, while also singling in his only at-bat.After slashing .226/.324/.440 over 183 plate appearances in 2016, Pham projects as the primary backup at both left field and center field heading into 2017. Pham's nine home runs last season represented his best figure in that category over his three stints with the big league club, but he also generated a mammoth 38.8 percent strikeout rate that represented his highest figure in that category since his time at Double-A Springfield back in 2012. The 28-year-old has seen plenty of action thus far this spring, hitting .273 with one walk, one run and a pair of stolen bases over 11 at-bats.
Aug 24 2016Pham is out of the lineup for Wednesday's matchup against the Mets.The Cardinals will head into Wednesday's game with an outfield of Brandon Moss, Randal Grichuk, and Stephen Piscotty, giving Pham the night off. Although Pham has a mediocre .250 batting average, he's managed to post a .353 on-base percentage and owns a fantastic .508 slugging percentage after playing in 51 games.
Aug 16 2016Pham went 2-for-5 with a homer, two runs scored and two RBI in Tuesday's win over the Astros.Pham has been a power machine, as he already has nine home runs in just 144 plate appearances for the Cardinals. He hit more than 10 home runs in one season in the minor leagues just once -- all the way back in 2008, when he hit 17 home runs in 86 games at Low-A. He also struck out three more times Tuesday night, and that's the big question with Pham right now -- can he keep up his excellent performance despite his 33.3 percent strikeout rate?
Aug 11 2016Pham is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs.Pham will be on the bench for the second straight game as Jon Lester takes the hill against the Cardinals. In his place, Stephen Piscotty will take center as Brandon Moss plays in right.
Aug 10 2016Pham is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Reds.The Cardinals are going with a lefty-heavy lineup against righty Anthony DeSclafani on Wednesday, so Jeremy Hazelbaker will get the start in center field and hit seventh. Pham has been start a little over 50 percent of the time over the past couple weeks -- a trend that should continue for the foreseeable future.
Aug 7 2016Pham is out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves.Pham will rest for the second time this series, this time giving way to Stephen Piscotty in center field. Overall, Pham has started 9 of the last 13 games in center field, and still appears to be the primary option there for manager Mike Matheny. That being said, Jeremy Hazelbaker is always an option to spell him, and he could lose reps when Matheny elects to start Brandon Moss in the outfield to make room for Matt Adams at first base.
Aug 5 2016Pham is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Braves, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.After back-to-back starts atop the order against opposing lefties, Pham will sit in favor of Jeremy Hazelbaker in center field with right-hander Joel De La Cruz due up for Atlanta. Pham played regularly throughout July and more than held his own (.822 OPS), but it seems he's now settling into a platoon role.
Jul 31 2016Pham is not in the lineup Sunday against the Marlins, MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch reports.Pham will take a seat after starting back-to-back games in center field, and six of the last seven overall. He'll give way to Jeremy Hazelbaker for the afternoon matchup with Miami.
Jul 30 2016Pham went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer, three RBI overall and three runs in Friday's 11-6 victory over the Marlins.The 28-year-old outfielder plated Matt Adams with a fifth-inning single, and then provided some breathing room with a 424-foot shot to center in the eighth that brought home Jeremy Hazelbaker after the Marlins has shrunk the Cardinals' lead to 9-6. Pham has broken out with five homers and 10 extra-base hits overall during an extended stretch of consistent playing time in July, raising his average 55 points since June 30 in the process.
Jul 16 2016Pham is starting in left field and leading off Saturday against the Marlins.He is being rewarded for his big day Friday, when he went 3-for-4 with a pair of home runs. Pham does not have the platoon advantage against righty Tom Koehler, but his placement atop the order is enough for him to warrant consideration in daily leagues.
Jul 15 2016Pham went 3-for-4 with a pair of homers and four RBI Friday against the Marlins.Pham's fourth homer of the year gave the Cardinals a 4-1 lead in the fourth inning, and he followed that up in the seventh inning with another bomb to tie the game at five in a contest they'd go on to lose. He's now hit three homers in his last three games, and he's slashing .286/.364/.633 in 53 at-bats this season.
Jul 9 2016Pham went 1-for-3 with a solo homer and a walk Saturday at the Brewers.Pham launched his third bomb of the year to give the Cardinals an insurance run in the ninth inning of a winning effort. He's now gone 6-for-18 this month to raise his batting average to .250 on the season.
Jul 5 2016After being scratched with shoulder stiffness on Monday, Pham has returned to the Cardinals starting lineup Tuesday.Pham will start in center field and hit seventh for the Cardinals. Pham, who has struggled in limited time this season, should continue to see time in the outfield as Brandon Moss heads to the disabled list.
Jul 4 2016Pham was a late scratch from Monday's lineup, MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch reports.Pham will no longer draw the start in center field, as he'll be lifted from the lineup for a reason the team has yet to disclose. In his place, Stephen Piscotty will shift to center field, while Brandon Moss gets the nod in left.
Jul 4 2016Pham's late scratch from Monday's lineup is due to right shoulder stiffness, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.He's day-to-day with the ailment, which caused the Cardinals to insert Brandon Moss into their starting lineup against Pirates lefty Jon Niese on Monday.
Jul 2 2016Pham is starting in center field and hitting leadoff Saturday against the Brewers.This is a pretty advantageous spot for Pham, particularly for those who may consider deploying him in daily formats. Kolten Wong is getting the start at second base with Matt Carpenter getting the day off. Incidentally, Pham has a double and a triple in two career at-bats against Brewers starter Jimmy Nelson.
Jun 26 2016Pham will make his third straight start in center field Sunday against the Mariners, MLB.com's Greg Johns reports. He'll bat seventh in the order.The Cardinals are in the mist of a five-game stretch of playing in American League parks, opening up an extra spot in the lineup. Pham appears to be the main beneficiary, as the Cardinals have used Matt Holliday at DH, thereby allowing Pham to swap into the outfield. As soon as the run of games in AL parks comes to an end, Pham will likely fall back to a bench role, so his fantasy utility remains limited.
Jun 18 2016Pham was recalled by the Cardinals on Saturday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Randal Grichuk was sent down to Triple-A on Saturday, so Pham will come up to take his spot on the active roster and add depth to the Cardinals outfield. Pham put up unspectacular numbers at Triple-A this season, working a .236/.344/.382 slash line with nine extra base hits in 110 at-bats. He may not gain an everyday role while he's up with the big league club, however, given that Kolten Wong appears primed to start most days in center field for the time being.
May 17 2016Pham (oblique) was reinstated from the disabled list and optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday.Pham seems to be back to full health, although this is not likely the outcome he was hoping for after garnering an Opening Day start this season. He'll head to Triple-A to get more reps against upper-level pitching, although he could be back with the major league club very soon if he can get back to his 2015 form, where he held a .901 OPS with the Triple-A squad prior to be called up to the big leagues.
May 4 2016Pham (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday.Pham suffered an oblique injury on Opening Day but is finally ready to resume live game action after more than a month. If all goes well, MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch reports that Pham could be back with the Cardinals as early as next week. The 28-year-old, who hit .268 in 153 at-bats last season, will likely step into a backup outfield role upon his return.
May 2 2016Pham (oblique) will take batting practice with his teammates for the first time since suffering his injury in the season opener, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.If all goes as planned, Pham is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment this week. Once he's ready to return, the Cards will have an interesting roster situation on their hands with the emergence of Jeremy Hazelbaker in April.
May 2 2016Pham (oblique) could begin a rehab assignment this week, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Pham has been sidelined since injuring his oblique in the Cardinals' season opener, but he was able to get some swings in last week, so his return to the field is not far off. With Jeremy Hazelbaker still owning an OPS north of 1.000, it remains to be seen what the Cardinals will decide to do with Pham when he his rehab assignment concludes.
Apr 14 2016Pham (oblique) could resume hitting this weekend, FOX Sports Midwest's Jim Hayes reports.He would still need to go on a rehab assignment after he takes some cuts, so an early May return seems like the best-case scenario. In the meantime, Jeremy Hazelbaker will continue to see far more time than anyone expected, as manager Mike Matheny seems dead set on riding the journeyman's hot bat in the early going.
Apr 5 2016Pham (oblique) could miss up to a month, but manager Mike Matheny said the team is hoping to get him back sooner, Jim Hayes of FOX Sports Midwest reports.While adding the caveat that it's not the kind of injury you want to push, Matheny suggested Pham at least has a chance to return by late April or early May. Shortstop Aledmys Diaz was recalled in a corresponding move with Pham landing on the DL, leaving Jeremy Hazelbaker as the Cardinals' top utility outfielder.
Apr 4 2016Pham was placed on the 15-day disabled list Monday after experiencing tightness in his left oblique during Sunday's game against Pittsburgh, MLB.comThe Cardinals recalled Aledmys Diaz in a corresponding move. It's a tough break for Pham who looked to be in line for a fair amount of at-bats against lefties. Oblique injuries have a tendency to linger but his didn't sound too serious so he should only miss the season's first month.
Apr 3 2016Pham left Sunday's game due to oblique tightness.Pham should be considered day-to-day until a status update is provided. In his absence, Matt Holliday was moved to left field while Matt Adams entered the game to cover first base.
Apr 3 2016Pham will start in left field and bat second Sunday against the Pirates.Pham will effectively take the spot of Matt Adams in the Opening Day lineup, as the Cardinals will stack their starting nine with more right-handed bats to counter Pirates lefty Francisco Liriano. Typical left fielder Matt Holliday will move over to first base Sunday, and Holliday could end up settling into a platoon at the position with Adams, which would likely result in Pham entering the lineup against lefties is most scenarios throughout the early portion of the season.
Mar 19 2016Pham has had an excellent spring so far, hitting .290/.405/.857 in 31 at-bats for the Cardinals.Pham has made an excellent case to be included on the Opening Day roster for the Cardinals but he's unlikely to see much time as a starter as Randal Grichuk has hit even better this spring and is already penciled in as the starter. It's possible that his play this spring has put him in line to get the first shot should one of the Cardinals regulars go down with an injury.
Sep 27 2015Pham is out of the lineup Sunday against the Brewers.After his four-strikeout performance Friday night, Pham has found himself back on the bench for two games, as the Cardinals have prioritized offense over defense. The Cardinals would prefer not to use Jason Heyward in center field, but with Randal Grichuk confined to a corner spot as he recovers from an elbow issue, the team doesn't have much of a choice if it wants to start its best-hitting lineup. Pham isn't out of the picture for at-bats completely, but with Grichuk's condition improving every day, it's not likely Pham earns a sustained run of starts.
Sep 26 2015Pham is not in the starting lineup Saturday.After recording a golden sombrero in his previous game against the Brewers, Pham will sit out Saturday's tilt. Jason Heyward will get the start in center field with ultimate utility-man Stephen Piscotty filling in at right field.
Sep 21 2015Pham hit home run number five on Sunday in the win over Chicago, his only hit on the day as he finished 1-for-3, adding a walk and a stolen base.Pham has been a solid contributor for the Cardinals in limited at-bats this month, hitting .272/.355/.504 in 125 at-bats with 15 extra-base hits and two stolen bases. The 27-year-old could take on a bench role with the Cardinals next year depending on how everything shakes out this offseason.
Sep 17 2015Pham busted out with a triple and a pair of two-run homers in four at-bats against the Brewers on Wednesday.Pham had mostly appeared to be a quiet, fourth-outfielder type over his first 36 games with the Cards this year, but this breakout effort should have fantasy owners remembering that he's been hugely productive in Triple-A for the past two seasons. In 48 games down there this year, Pham hit .327/.398/.503 with six homers and nine steals in nine attempts. Sure, he did it as a 27-year-old, but he'd hardly be the first unheralded, too-old Cardinals "prospect" to achieve sudden fantasy relevance. He's still more of an NL-only start than anything else right now, though.
Sep 14 2015Pham connected for his second home run of the season in the win over Cincinnati Sunday, finishing the day 1-for-3 with two RBI.Pham hasn't had much playing time in September as the Cardinals outfield is suddenly very crowded after the returns of Jon Jay and Randall Grichuk, with Matt Holliday soon to follow. Pham is hitting .238/.328/.381 in 105 at-bats this season.
Sep 4 2015Pham is not in the lineup Friday against the Pirates.Pham has drawn the start in 14 of the last 16 games, but he'll now be held out of the lineup for the third time in the last five contests. Peter Bourjos will get the start in center field in his stead and bat eighth.
Aug 31 2015Pham is out of the lineup Monday against the Nationals.Pham will sit for a second straight game Monday, with Jason Heyward taking over duties in center field and Brandon Moss starting in left. While Pham sill likely continue to serve as the everyday center fielder for now, Randal Grichuk will likely take the role back when healthy.
Aug 23 2015Pham will make his fifth straight start in center field Sunday against the Padres.With Randal Grichuk (elbow) hitting the DL, it looks like the Cardinals will roll with Pham rather than Peter Bourjos as their everyday center fielder. Though he batted in the bottom third of the order over his first four games, Pham will slot into the No. 2 spot Sunday after going 3-for-4 on Saturday. If he continues to produce hits at a steady clip, Pham could stick in the role until Grichuk returns.
Aug 22 2015Pham went 2-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run scored in a 9-3 loss to San Diego on Saturday.Pham was called up just recently with all of the injuries and the Cardinals will need him to play better in the absence of Matt Holliday and Randall Grichuk. He now has a .193 average and .351 SLG in 57 at-bats.
Aug 17 2015Pham was recalled by the Cardinals on Monday.Pham will get his second chance with the Cardinals season, but he'll look for better results than the .182/..265/.341 batting line he posted the first time around. The 27-year-old will replace Randal Grichuk on the active roster, but will likely serve in a reserve role with the club.
Jul 7 2015Pham went a combined 1-for-6 with two walks and a strikeout in Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs.He was atop the order for both games of the twin bill, and while Pham notched just one single and was picked off once at first base, he did reach base three times in eight trips to the plate. With Kolten Wong suffering a "mild" concussion in Game 1, Pham may very well be afforded more time to stake his claim to the leadoff role.
Jul 5 2015Pham will once again bat leadoff and start in center field Sunday against the Padres.Pham went hitless in his MLB debut, but responded well to his bump to the leadoff role Saturday, going 1-for-4 with a stolen base and two runs scored. It will be difficult for the 27-year-old to maintain this role once the St. Louis outfield is back to full strength, but he should have short term value in daily formats. If he stays in this role consistently, that value could trickle in to NL-only and deeper mixed leagues.
Jul 4 2015Pham will start in center field Saturday for the second straight day and hit leadoff in the Cardinals' batting order.Pham went 0-for-3 Friday in his first game with the big club season, but that did not stop manager Mike Matheny from elevating him to the top spot in the lineup Saturday. The Cardinals still have Jon Jay and Peter Bourjos on the roster, so Pham does not figure to see everyday action in center field despite starting there two days in a row.
Jul 3 2015Pham was recalled from Triple-A Memphis and will start in center field and hit eighth on Friday, MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch reports.Pham has missed a lot of time with injuries this season but it has not affected his play, as he slashed .338/.402/.625 in 24 games with Triple-A Memphis. He also had five home runs and six steals over that span. While those are pretty eye-popping numbers, his pedigree does not suggest that such success should be expected at the big league level, at least not right away. He should see a few starts per week while he's up with the big league club.
Jun 5 2015Pham (quadriceps) was activated from the 60-day DL and then optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Friday.Pham has yet to play this season due to a quad injury, but this move suggests he's ready to return to action with Memphis. Pham batted well during his previous stint in Triple-A in 2014 (.324/.395/.491), but with the Cardinals' outfield already jam-packed, it's no lock he will return before rosters expand.
May 1 2015Pham (quad) was transferred to the 60-Day DL on Friday.Pham has been dealing with a strained quad since beginning of the 2015 season, and will be out at least a couple more weeks. In the 2014 season, he batted .324 with 10 home runs and 44 RBl and in 104 games for Triple-A Memphis.
Apr 14 2015Pham (quad) will be evaluated later this week to see if he can resume baseball activities, MLB.com reports.Pham has been out a month with a strained left quad and it appears he'll be out at least a few more weeks. When he does get healthy he'll likely return to Triple-A Memphis.
Apr 3 2015The Cardinals placed Pham on the 15-day disabled list Friday.Pham is still dealing with a sore quad, so his season will begin on the disabled list. It's not clear how long he will be sidelined, as his recovery is taking longer than expected. but he will be eligible to be activated from the disabled list Apr. 11.
Apr 2 2015Pham will get a second opinion on his strained left quad, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.Pham suffered the injury nearly three weeks ago, but his recovery has clearly not gone as expected. The team will send him to a Dallas doctor to get another look, and this means he will almost certainly open the season on the disabled list. Once healthy, he'll likely start out at Triple-A Memphis.
Mar 13 2015Pham is dealing with a strained left quad and believes it will only hold him out a few days, Jennifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Pham injured his quad diving for a ball in left field and further evaluation appears to have revealed a minor quad issue. Pham's chances of making the roster remain slim, and missing some time doesn't help his chances. He'll likely begin the season at Triple-A, but he and Randall Grichuk would likely be the top two options to replace an injured outfielder on the roster should one require time on the disabled list.
Mar 13 2015Pham left Friday's game after diving for a ball in left field, Jenifer Langosch of MLB.com reports.Pham was being evaluated by team trainers, and it was not immediately clear if he suffered an injury or was just shaken up. Either way, more information should be forthcoming from the team. Ty Kelly replaced Pham in left field.
Sep 8 2014Pham was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Monday.This will be Pham's first trip to the big leagues, and it is well-deserved after he slashed .324/.395/.491 in 104 games at Triple-A. At 26 years old, Pham is hardly a prospect, and he will offer St. Louis outfield depth down the stretch.