Jeimer Candelario
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MLB Player Data
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Jun 29 2025The Reds released Candelario on Sunday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After none of MLB's other 29 teams were willing to put in a waiver claim for Candelario, the Reds will be on the hook for the money remaining on the 31-year-old's three-year, $45 million deal, signed in December 2023. Given his big-league experience, Candelario shouldn't have much trouble landing with a new club, though he might have to settle for a minor-league deal after slashing just .113/.198/.213 with a 31.9 percent strikeout rate over 91 plate appearances this season.
Jun 23 2025The Reds reinstated Candelario (back) from the 10-day injured list Monday and designated him for assignment. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Cincinnati has received underwhelming production at third base from Santiago Espinal and Christian Encarnacion-Strand of late, management apparently didn't view Candelario as a short-term solution at the position now that the 31-year-old is healthy again after he had been on the shelf since April 30 due to a lumbar spine strain. Before landing on the IL, Candelario was batting just .113 with a career-high 31.9 percent strikeout rate over 91 plate appearances, and he didn't fare much better in an extended rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville, with whom he produced a .211/.318/.333 slash line in 15 games. Now that he's been DFA'd, Candelario will be exposed to waivers, but he's unlikely to find a suitor that's willing to take on the money remaining on his three-year, $45 million deal, which runs through 2026. Candelario could choose to become a free agent once he clears waivers.
Jun 3 2025Candelario (back) started at third base and went 1-for-2 with a walk, a double and an RBI in a rehab game with the ACL Reds on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario opened a rehab assignment and played five innings in the field. He's expected to remain with the ACL Reds for at least one more game before moving to Triple-A Louisville. The corner infielder/DH is not expected to step into a starting role upon his return, but that could change depending on injuries. A spot at third base could be waiting until Noelvi Marte (oblique) is ready to come off the IL.
Jun 2 2025Candelario (back) will begin a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League on Monday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is expected to play a couple of games in the ACL before moving to Triple-A Louisville for an unspecified number of at-bats. He's been dealing with the back issue since late April. Prior to landing on the 10-day injured list, Candelario had lost a regular spot in the starting lineup and was batting .113 over 22 games.
May 15 2025Candelario (back) played catch on the field at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been shelved since late April with a lumbar spine strain and last week was given an epidural to help speed along the recovery process. He's finally ready to begin ramping things back up, but a timetable for the infielder's return has not yet been established.
May 7 2025Reds manager Terry Francona said Wednesday that Candelario (spine) received an epidural to address his lumbar strain, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Francona noted that Candelario has made no notable progress in his recovery since landing on the injured list last Wednesday, and the Reds will wait for the injection to take full effect before determining his next steps. Before being shut down with the injury, the veteran corner infielder had gotten off to a miserable start to the season, slashing just .113/.198/.213 with a 31.9 percent strikeout rate over 91 plate appearances.
May 1 2025Candelario (back) said Thursday that there's no set rehab plan or timeline for his return, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario landed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a lumbar spine strain and it sounds like it could be a lengthy absence for the veteran infielder. The switch hitter had seen his playing time dip prior to the injury and is sporting a lowly .113/.198/.213 batting line over 91 plate appearances this season.
Apr 30 2025The Reds placed Candelario on the 10-day injured list Wednesday due to a lumbar spine strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario informed the Reds earlier this week that he was dealing with a lower-back issue, and the 31-year-old corner infielder was diagnosed with a strain after being sent in for further evaluation. Even before the injury surfaced, Candelario had played himself out of an everyday role, slashing just .113/.198/.213 over 91 plate appearances. Cincinnati recalled infielder Tyler Callihan to replace Candelario on the 26-man active roster.
Apr 21 2025Candelario is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario isn't starting for the second straight day, as the Reds are running it back with Spencer Steer at first base and Noelvi Marte at third against Max Meyer after Cincinnati hung 24 runs on the Orioles in Sunday's win. Candelario is slashing just .125/.263/.375 over the last seven days.
Apr 20 2025Candelario is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has a double and a homer in his past two games, but he has only one other hit in his last 11 contests. Spencer Steer is starting at first base for the first time this season after playing through a shoulder issue to start the year.
Apr 18 2025Candelario went 1-for-5 with a solo homer in Friday's 8-3 win over Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario gave the Reds a three-run lead in the fourth inning, when he took a 91 mph fastball from Cade Povich deep to center field for a 415-foot solo shot. Candelario has a .447 OPS across 74 plate appearances this season, but Friday's homer may be a sign of things to come for the 31-year-old.
Apr 17 2025Candelario started at first base and went 0-for-4 with a walk and a run scored in Thursday's 11-7 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who has one hit in his last 32 at-bats and is batting .117, has managed to get regular opportunities all season thanks to injuries. His 60 at-bats rank fourth on the team. Just as the Reds got healthy and it looked like Candelario would lose playing time, the team placed first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (back) on the 10-day injured list Thursday. With Spencer Steer's shoulder limiting him to designated hitter, Candelario could be the primary first baseman while Encarnacion-Strand is out.
Apr 16 2025Candelario is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Austin Hays (calf) and Matt McLain (hamstring) were reinstated from the injured list Tuesday, the Reds are at full strength in the infield and outfield for the first time all season. Though he picked up a start at designated hitter in Tuesday's 8-4 win while Spencer Steer rested, Candelario will be the odd man out of the lineup Wednesday while Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Gavin Lux occupy the two corner-infield spots. While Candelario should retain a regular spot in the lineup versus left-handed pitching, he could be subject to more of a part-time role against righties now that Cincinnati has more appealing options to fill out the lineup with the returns of Hays and McLain. Candelario has yet to get going at the plate this season, slashing .125/.219/.196 with a 31.2 percent strikeout rate over 64 plate appearances.
Apr 13 2025Candelario started at first base and went 0-for-4 in Sunday's 4-0 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario made a second straight start at first base with Christian Encarnacion-Strand unavailable due to back and hamstring injuries. Unfortunately for Candelario and the Reds, he's 1-for-25 over the last seven games.
Apr 12 2025Candelario started at third base and went 1-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run in Friday's 5-3 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds' first three batters walked to open the bottom of the first inning, setting up a possible big inning, but a run-scoring double-play had the potential to limit the damage. That's when Candelario picked up his mates with his first home run of the season. He entered the game with just four hits in his previous 40 at-bats before delivering those two-out RBI. Candelario's slump has not cost him too much playing time, but that could change next week when left fielder Austin Hays (calf) is due back. Hays' return will free up Gavin Lux to potentially move from the outfield to third base.
Apr 9 2025Candelario is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest in San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is hitless over his last four games and is batting just .140 on the season, so he will get a day off to regroup. Santiago Espinal will cover third base and bat second for the Reds on Wednesday.
Apr 5 2025Candelario went 1-for-3 with a walk, a double and an RBI in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario rapped his first extra-base hit of the season to deliver the second run of Cincinnati's two-run eighth inning, the first runs the Reds scored in 35 innings. He's batting .214 (6-for-28) as part of a team-wide batting malaise to the start the season. Other than the 14-run outburst Monday against the Rangers, the Reds have averaged 1.71 runs per game over seven contests.
Apr 2 2025Candelario started at first base and went 0-for-3 in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario made his first start of the season at first base, as Christian Encarnacion-Strand, the club's primary first baseman, was held out after getting plunked on the hand in Monday's game. Candelario has now started at both corner infield spots and DH through the first five games. That will be the pattern until the Reds get back some injured players. Once outfielder Austin Hays is ready, Gavin Lux, who is filling in for Hays in left field, will be free to play third or DH. There's also the case of Spencer Steer, who is limited to DH until a balky shoulder allows him to play the field (first base, third base or outfield).
Apr 1 2025Candelario started at third base and went 1-for-5 Monday's 14-3 win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who has started all four games thus far, was moved mid-game to first base when Christian Encarnacion-Strand (hand) was removed after being hit by a pitch. Imaging came back negative, but Encarnacion-Strand may not be ready to go Tuesday. If so, it's likely Candelario starts at first base Tuesday, with Santiago Espinal entering the lineup at third.
Mar 30 2025Candelario served as the designated hitter and went 1-for-3 with a walk in Saturday's 3-2 win over San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who started Opening Day at third base, moved to DH on Saturday when Spencer Steer was given a rest day. Steer is dealing with a wonky shoulder that's limiting him to DH for now. Candelario will see time at third base, first base and DH, while the Reds cope with Steer's situation and Austin Hays' calf injury. Gavin Lux, who is also expected to get starts at the hot corner, has been filling in for Hays in left field. Candelario is keeping himself in the lineup by collecting three hits, two walks and three RBI through eight plate appearances to begin the year.
Mar 27 2025Candelario started at third base and went 2-for-3 with a walk and three RBI in Thursday's 6-4 loss to San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was part of crowded corner infield spots during spring training, but a late injury to outfielder Austin Hays (calf) led to Gavin Lux playing left field Thursday. That should give Candelario a near-daily role at third base, first base of DH in the early going. He underwhelmed overall at the plate in 2024, his first with the Reds, but he managed to hit the 20-homer mark for a second consecutive season.
Mar 14 2025Cincinnati manager Terry Francona suggested Thursday that Candelario and Gavin Lux could be part of a platoon at third base, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Francona wants to get as many competent bats into the lineup as possible, but that's shaping up to be a tricky task. Christian Encarnacion-Strand (three HRs, 1.000 OPS) has hit well this spring and looks like the best option for first base, which removes a potential path to playing time for Candelario. He could slot in at designated hitter if Spencer Steer (shoulder) is not ready for the start of the regular season. Lux can also handle second base or left field, which would allow both he and Candelario to be in the lineup against righties.
Mar 11 2025Candelario started at designated hitter and went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Monday's spring game against San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario belted his first spring home run in the first inning. He missed some time after having a tooth pulled and returned to the field Sunday. Reds manager Terry Francona gave him seven at-bats over the two games since his return, as Candelario missed plate appearances while being sidelined the last week. He's played first base (three times), third base (twice) and DH (twice) during Cactus League games, and Candelario's primary home this season is not yet settled. Spencer Steer's shoulder injury, projected to land him on the injured list to open the season, allows for Candelario, Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Gavin Lux to be in the lineup. Those decisions will get trickier once Steer is ready to go.
Mar 9 2025Candelario (tooth) will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and bat cleanup in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is back in the lineup for the first time in a week after having a wisdom tooth extracted. The 31-year-old should be ready to handle a near-everyday role once the season begins, with Candelario likely to move around between DH and the corner-infield spots.
Mar 4 2025Candelario is currently sidelined after having a painful wisdom tooth pulled Tuesday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario left camp Monday for an appointment and then returned to the dentist Tuesday to have the tooth extracted. He should be ready to play again in a day or two. Candelario is slated for regular playing time with the Reds this season, likely between both corner infield spots and designated hitter.
Feb 18 2025Cincinnati manager Terry Francona said Tuesday that he wants to give Candelario a shot to start at third base, because it sets the team up better, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will be one of several players who will see time at the hot corner during spring training. In addition to Candelario, the group includes Gavin Lux, Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Noelvi Marte. Prospect Cam Collier will also be in the mix. Candelario added weight during the offseason, but he said it's redistributed and wants to add another five pounds to help get him through the regular season. He missed the final month-and-a-half of the 2024 season due to a toe injury and appeared in 112 games overall during the campaign.
Sep 15 2024Candelario (toe) is unlikely to return and finish the season, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who was hit by a pitch during a game Aug. 18, landed on the injured list a couple of days later and has yet to resume baseball activities. Cincinnati manager David Bell said Saturday that it looks like Candelario will not be back this season, adding there is still pain in the toe. If that's it for Candelario, he'll finish his first season as a member of the Reds with 20 home runs, 56 RBI, four steals, 47 runs scored and a line of .225/.279/.429 over 112 games.
Sep 5 2024Candelario (toe) has yet to resume baseball activities, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is almost three weeks removed from suffering a fractured left great toe and remains limited to rehabilitation work due to lingering discomfort. It shouldn't take long for him to become game-ready once the soreness subsides, but it's not clear when/if that might happen before the end of the season.
Aug 27 2024Reds manager David Bell said Tuesday that Candelario is still feeling pain in his fractured left great toe, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not a surprise to hear considering he's just a week removed from landing on the 10-day injured list, but it emphasizes that Candelario is not close to a return. The Reds presumably won't allow him to resume baseball activities until he's pain-free, and after that he'll need a little time to get ramped back up.
Aug 20 2024The Reds placed Candelario on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a fractured left great toe. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario played the duration of Monday's win over the Blue Jays, so it's not clear when he suffered the injury. It's also uncertain at this juncture how long he might be sidelined. Candelario has seen most of his playing time lately at designated hitter and first base. His absence could create more opportunities for Ty France, Jake Fraley and Will Benson, as well as new waiver claim Amed Rosario, who is taking Candelario's roster spot.
Aug 17 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Royals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds were thoroughly dominated in the contest, but Candelario at least prevented the team from being shut out with his seventh-inning solo blast. It was the infielder's 20th long ball of the campaign, marking the second straight season that he's reached that total. Though Candelario has experienced a drop in his batting average this season from .251 to .226, he's on pace to surpass last year's career-high marks of 22 long balls and 70 RBI.
Aug 13 2024Candelario went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario took Erick Fedde deep in the sixth inning for his 14th long ball at Great American Ballpark. After a disappointing July, he has hit safely in eight of 11 August contests with four extra-base hits and five RBI. On the season, the 30-year-old is hitting .228 with 19 homers, 55 RBI and 46 runs scored across 443 plate appearances.
Aug 11 2024Candelario is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will sit after going 0-for-3 on Saturday to end a seven-game hit streak. Jonathan India will serve as the designated hitter while Santiago Espinal starts at second base.
Jul 29 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Monday's 7-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario took Nate Pearson deep in the eighth inning for one of three Reds homers on Monday. Candelario broke out of a minor slump that saw him go 3-for-36 over his last nine games. The 30-year-old now has 17 home runs this season, one behind Elly De La Cruz for the team lead. Candelario remains a fixture in the Reds lineup, hitting .228/.284/.440 with 50 RBI and four stolen bases through 94 games.
Jul 27 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Friday's 3-2 extra-inning win over Tampa Bay. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario wouldn't let two first-inning walks go to waste, as he plated both runners on a two-out double, giving the Reds an early lead. He's been most productive this season when Cincinnati has two outs, posting a .959 OPS with 11 home runs in those situations. Candelario is second on the club in home runs (16) and RBI (49).
Jul 23 2024Candelario is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is absent from the starting lineup in what will be his first true day off since April. The 30-year-old is slashing .236/.292/.448 with 16 home runs across 370 plate appearances. Noelvi Marte will play third base and Santiago Espinal will DH.
Jul 14 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 10-6 win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario cracked his second home run in as many days and has at least one hit in four straight games, during which he's gone 5-for-15 with four RBI. He's up to 16 home runs over 84 games and is taking aim at the career-high 22 logged over 140 games in 2023.
Jul 13 2024Candelario went 2-for-3 with two walks, a solo home run and an additional run scored in Friday's 7-4 win over Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hit the second of two first-inning solo homers, as the Reds jumped out to an early 7-0 lead through three innings and cruised from there. The home run was the 15th this season for Candelario, who extended an on-base streak to 12 contests.
Jul 9 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 6-0 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who has a modest five-game hit streak (6-for-21), logged his first multi-hit effort in 12 games. He entered Monday batting .156 (7-for-45) over the previous 11 contests.
Jul 6 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Friday's 5-4 loss to Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The steal was the fourth of the season for Candelario, who swiped a career-high eight bags in 2023. The corner infielder/designated hitter, who reversed a season-opening slump in June, is back on the skids. Candelario is 3-for-28 with a 30 percent strikeout rate over the last seven games.
Jul 4 2024Candelario started at first base and went 0-for-3 with a walk in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Candelario's first start in the field since returning from a hamstring injury over the weekend. He served as Cincinnati's designated hitter the previous two games. As a result of him playing first base, Spencer Steer moved to left field for the day.
Jul 1 2024Candelario started at designated hitter and went 0-for-3 with a walk in Sunday's 2-0 loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario sat out four consecutive games due to a hamstring injury before returning Sunday. Once he's ready to play the field, it won't be as the club's primary third baseman. While Candelario was out, Noelvi Marte was reinstated from a suspension and became the regular starter at third base. That means Candelario will move to either DH or first base.
Jun 30 2024Candelario (hamstring) will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and No. 3 batter in Sunday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing out on four straight starts due to hamstring tendinitis, Candelario will draw back into the lineup in a non-defensive role as he makes his fifth start of the season at DH. With Noelvi Marte recently completing his 80-game suspension and likely to see the bulk of the starts at third base moving forward, Candelario could end up picking up most of his playing time at either DH or first base, which should aid his recovery from the hamstring issue.
Jun 29 2024Candelario (hamstring) isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager David Bell said Friday that Candelario is trending toward a return for Sunday's series finale, so it isn't too surprising to see the 30-year-old infielder absent from Saturday's lineup. Spencer Steer will once again get the nod at first base, and Noelvi Marte will cover the hot corner.
Jun 28 2024Candelario (hamstring) is on track to play Sunday against the Cardinals, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hasn't played since Tuesday as he tends to hamstring tendinitis. However, he's set to make his return for the series finale Sunday and will avoid a stint on the IL. In his stead, Noelvi Marte should continue to start at third base while Spencer Steer handles first base work.
Jun 27 2024Candelario (hamstring) isn't in the Reds' lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager David Bell said Wednesday that Candelario has been dealing with hamstring tendinitis for the past week, and while the team still doesn't plan on placing the 30-year-old on the injured list, the injury will cause him to miss a second consecutive game. Spencer Steer will get the nod at first base as a result, allowing Nick Martini to start in left field and bat fifth.
Jun 26 2024Reds manager David Bell clarified Wednesday that Candelario is dealing with hamstring tendinitis and is considered day-to-day, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been nursing the issue for more than a week, with Bell saying before Wednesday's loss to the Pirates that the injury is "progressively not getting better." However, the team doesn't seem to have any plans at this time to put Candelario on the 10-day injured list. Even if Candelario avoids the IL, he could still be deployed at designated hitter for a few games to ease the stress on his legs.
Jun 22 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with two solo home runs in Friday's 5-2 win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had been battling tendinitis in the back of his right knee, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, but he was ready to go Friday with the help of the Reds' training staff. The knee didn't cool off Candelario's scoring bat. He homered in his first two plate appearances -- the second two-HR game this month -- and is batting .347/.351/.736 over 18 games in June.
Jun 21 2024Candelario is batting third and the designated hitter for Friday's game against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had been battling unspecified tendinitis the past few days and missed the Reds' most recent game. However, he'll be back in action Friday, claiming DH duties.
Jun 19 2024Candelario (tendinitis) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will be on the bench for the second game in a row while he deals with unspecified tendinitis. Reds manager David Bell already said that Candelario isn't at any major risk of landing on the injured list, so the expectation is that the veteran corner infielder will be good to go for Friday's series opener versus the Red Sox coming out of Thursday's team off day.
Jun 18 2024Manager David Bell said Candelario was removed from Tuesday's win over the Pirates due to tendinitis, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario appeared to be in a bit of pain while running the bases during Tuesday's game, eventually leading to his removal during the eighth inning. However, the Reds' skipper noted that the 30-year-old infielder is not at risk of spending time on the injured list, and he seemed confident that the injury will go away relatively quickly. Should Candelario have to miss any games, Santiago Espinal figures to be the next man up to start at third base.
Jun 16 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had two of Cincinnati's five hits, including a ninth-inning double that plated the club's lone run. The once-struggling infielder is having himself a June, going 20-for-56 (.357) with six home runs, four doubles and 14 RBI through 13 games.
Jun 15 2024Candelario went 2-for-5 with a double, a home run and two RBI in Friday's 6-5 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario belted a two-run home run in the fifth inning to help the Reds overcome a sloppy day in the field (five errors) and on the mound (eight walks). The home run was his third in the last two games and sixth during the month of June. After an inconsistent first two months, Candelario's bat is heating up this month. He's batting .346 (18-for-52) with nine extra-base hits, 13 RBI, two steals and eight runs over 12 contests.
Jun 12 2024Candelario went 3-for-4 for two home runs and 4 RBI in a 4-2 win over the Guardians on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hit a solo home run off Tanner Bibee in the first inning, followed it up with a three-run homer off Bibee to give the Reds a 4-2 lead in the sixth then added a single in the eighth. Candelario has been mashing in June, hitting .340 with five homers and 11 RBI through 11 contests. While Candelario's .243 season average still isn't great, he now has 11 home runs and 31 RBI in 248 plate appearances and is hitting in the heart of a hot Reds lineup.
Jun 8 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a home run in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario delivered early in this one with a solo home run off Ben Brown in the first inning. The Reds' third baseman has responded nicely since being moved to the three hole in the lineup with six home runs and nine RBI in his 16 games since the move. The 30-year-old extended his hitting streak to a season-best eight games and he'll take a .238/.305/.449 line into Sunday's game.
Jun 5 2024Candelario went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer and two stolen bases in a 12-7 win over Colorado on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario got the Reds on the board in the third inning with a two-run blast off Dakota Hudson, his eighth homer of the year and second in three days, before picking up his first two stolen bases of the season later in the contest. It was an impressive road trip for the 30-year-old Candelario, who went 9-for-24 (.375) with three extra-base hits in his last five games. Overall, he's slashing .236/.304/.443 with 25 RBI and 22 runs scored through 224 plate appearances this season.
Jun 3 2024Candelario went 2-for-5 with a home run, a double, two runs scored and two RBI in Monday's win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario belted a two-run shot in the third inning before adding a double and another run in the fifth. After an 11-game homerless drought in the middle of May, he's knocked three home runs over his last 11 contests. During that span, he's boosted his season OPS from .663 to .739 through 214 total plate appearances. It was also Candelario's third straight multi-hit performance and his first game all season with multiple extra-base hits.
May 27 2024Candelario (neck) is in the lineup for Monday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was scratched from Saturday's lineup due to neck stiffness and held out Sunday as well, but evidently Candelario is feeling better. The 30-year-old will return to third base and bat third against right-hander Lance Lynn. While the rest of the Reds' offense has sunk in May, Candelario has rebounded with an .835 OPS, five doubles and a couple homers in his last 17 games.
May 26 2024Candelario (neck) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will miss out on a second straight start due to neck stiffness, but he said he'll be available off the bench for the series finale, per Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Santiago Espinal will fill in at third base for Candelario.
May 25 2024Candelario was scratched from the Reds' lineup Saturday due to neck stiffness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds haven't provided any information on the severity of Candelario's injury, but it is apparently bothering him enough to hold him out of Saturday's contest. Santiago Espinal will enter the lineup to cover third base while batting ninth.
May 24 2024Candelario batted third and went 1-for-4 for with a walk, a triple, an RBI and a caught stealing in Thursday's 6-4 extra-inning loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario tripled a run home in the first inning then was thrown out at home on a double-steal attempt to end the frame. He was later removed for a pinch runner in the 10th inning after he had walked. A recent hot stretch prompted a move up the batting order; Candelario has batted third or fourth in four straight contests. Over his last 12 contests, he's slashing .261/.320/.457 with four doubles, a triple, a homer, four runs and seven RBI.
May 14 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who has multiple hits in three of the last six games, is heating up. He's 9-for-24 during that stretch with two doubles, a home run and six RBI. The resurrected bat prompted a move up the order to fifth, after Candelario spent time in the lower third since mid-April.
May 13 2024Candelario went 1-for-5 with a double and three RBI in Sunday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario nearly missed a grand slam in the first inning and settled for a three-run double. This was just his second multi-RBI effort in 34 games this season. He's still battling a season-opening slump, but Candelario's bat has shown life of late. He's hit safely in four of the last five games, going 7-for-20 with a home run, two doubles and five RBI. Perhaps this recent five-game run will prompt a move up the batting order -- Candelario opened as the team's cleanup hitter but has since moved to the lower-third. The Reds are last in MLB with a .556 OPS out of the cleanup spot.
May 8 2024Candelario started at first base and went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario moved across the diamond from third base to cover first for Christian Encarnacion-Strand (hand), who is expected to miss four-to-six weeks. Candelario is one of several Cincinnati bats off to a slow start; the three-hit night raised his season average to .206, just the second day it's been above .200. Santiago Espinal took over for Candelario at third base.
May 7 2024Candelario (shin) is starting at third base and batting eighth Tuesday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old was scratched from Sunday's starting nine due to a left shin contusion but is good to go following Monday's team off day. Candelario's .634 OPS for the season remains unimpressive, but he's gone 6-for-18 with a double and a homer over his past five contests.
May 5 2024Candelario was scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Orioles due to a left shin contusion, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was penciled in at third base but won't start as scheduled due to the injury. He'll have Monday's team off day to rest up before Tuesday's series opener versus Arizona. Santiago Espinal will step in at the hot corner Sunday.
May 1 2024Candelario went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 6-4 loss to San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario and Stuart Fairchild each homered in the seventh inning, closing a four-run deficit to two. It was the second consecutive game with multiple hits for Candelario, who endured an 0-for-19 slump heading into the series against the Padres. He's hitting .189/.282/.378 with three homers and nine RBI through 103 plate appearances.
Apr 30 2024Candelario started at first base and went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Monday's 5-2 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario filled in at first base for Christian Encarnacion-Strand (hand), who was available off the bench. His second-inning double put an end to an 0-for-19 skid, and he eventually scored on a balk. The slumping corner infielder has spent just two days this season with average of .200 or better.
Apr 27 2024Candelario isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will get a chance to clear his head Saturday after going 0-for-15 with eight strikeouts across his last five games. Santiago Espinal will step in to cover third base instead while batting ninth.
Apr 20 2024Candelario (illness) is starting at third base and hitting in the cleanup spot for Saturday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has missed the Reds' last three games after he was a late scratch for Tuesday's game against the Mariners due to an illness. Candelario and first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand will both return to the starting lineup Saturday against Angels left-hander Patrick Sandoval.
Apr 19 2024Candelario (illness) remains out of the lineup for Friday's contest versus the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There's a bug going around the Reds' clubhouse, as Christian Encarnacion-Strand will also miss a second straight game. Santiago Espinal will be at third base Friday.
Apr 17 2024Candelario (illness) remains out of the lineup Wednesday in Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll give way to Santiago Espinal at third base for a second game in a row while he recovers from an illness. The Reds have off Thursday, so Candelario will have some additional time to shake off the ailment before Cincinnati opens its homestand Friday versus the Angels.
Apr 16 2024Candelario was scratched from the Reds' lineup ahead of Tuesday's game versus Seattle due to an illness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was reportedly feeling under the weather Tuesday, so he will sit out while he recovers. Santiago Espinal will enter the lineup as Cincinnati's replacement third baseman and bat eighth.
Apr 15 2024Candelario went 2-for-5 with two RBI, a run scored and was caught stealing in Sunday's 11-4 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario delivered his first multi-hit effort of the season, including a two-run single in the fourth inning. Another first for the infielder was his placement in the batting order; Candelario's first 13 starts were at cleanup, but a season-opening slump dropped him to seventh Sunday against a right-hander. It's unclear if the switch-hitting Candelario will also be dropped against left-handers. On Monday, the Reds kick off a three-game set against the Mariners, who have righties scheduled to start all three contests.
Apr 13 2024Candelario went 1-for-4 with a double and run scored in Saturday's 5-0 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario returned to action after being held out of Friday's game and was back in the leadoff spot despite a season-opening slump. He entered the game on a 1-for-16 run and without a hit in 10 straight at-bats.
Apr 12 2024Candelario is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is off to a dreadful 7-for-46 start at the plate this season, but this will be his first day off. The Reds will roll with Santiago Espinal at third base in Chicago.
Apr 11 2024Candelario went 0-for-3 and was hit by a pitch in Wednesday's 7-2 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has one hit over the last 18 at-bats, dropping his average to .152 and OPS to .535 for the season. Those are unbecoming numbers for a cleanup hitter. He's part of a big hole in the middle of the Reds' order along with third-place batter Christian Encarnacion-Strand (.154/.417). Candelario is chasing more than normal, as he's swinging at a career-high 36 percent of offerings outside the zone.
Apr 7 2024Candelario started at third base and went 1-for-3 with a walk, double and run scored in Saturday's 9-6 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who sustained a sore elbow Thursday, has not missed any time because of it. He started at designated hitter Friday then returned to the field Saturday. Candelario's batting just .200 through 30 at-bats, but he's hit safely in six of eight games played.
Apr 5 2024Candelario (elbow) will be the designated hitter and bat cleanup in Friday's game versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had to exit Thursday's game with a hyperextended right elbow, but he won't wind up missing any starts. It is possible that the switch hitter will be limited to DH duties for a bit, however, in order to protect the elbow.
Apr 3 2024Candelario was removed from Wednesday's game against the Phillies due to an injury, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario appeared to wince and point at his right elbow after a swing during the top of eighth inning. He was able to finish the at-bat, resulting in a double, but he was replaced on defense when the Reds took the field in the bottom of the frame. Cincinnati's medical staff will take a closer look at him, and more information about his injury should be available after Wednesday's contest.
Mar 24 2024Candelario started at third base and went 3-for-3 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's spring game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who launched his first spring home run, took awhile to get the bat going, but he now appears locked in. After going 2-for-25 (.080) over his first 10 Cactus League games, Candelario is 6-for-15 with three extra-base hits in his last four appearances. At the time he signed as a free agent, the 30-year-old corner infielder was expected to bounce between first and third base (with occasional starts at DH), but the 80-game suspension handed out to Noelvi Marte means Candelario will primarily handle the hot corner for the first three months of the season.
Mar 9 2024With Noelvi Marte serving an 80-game suspension to begin the season, Candelario will be the primary third baseman for the first three months of the season, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Reds manager David Bell repeatedly has stressed that Candelario will play a lot, but this just solidifies what position he'll play, instead of Candelario playing multiple positions to get his time. Jonathan India, Spencer Steer and Christian Encarnacion-Strand are all also capable of playing third in a pinch.
Feb 15 2024Candelario is projected as a co-starter at third base along with Noelvi Marte (hamstring), Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who signed a three-year contract during the offseason, is expected to play every day, whether that be at corner infield -- he has 79 career starts at first base -- or designated hitter. Marte, an elite prospect who was developed at shortstop, had a strong showing in 35 games for the Reds last season.
Jan 25 2024Reds manager David Bell said Wednesday that Candelario will be an everyday player in 2024, Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "Between DH, first base and third base, he's going to be an everyday player," Bell said of Candelario. The skipper will have plenty of mixing and matching to do with the Reds' abundance of infielders, which is going to lead to extra days off for some. It does not sound like Candelario will be one of those guys sitting with regularity, however. Cincinnati inked Candelario to a three-year, $45 million contract in December.
Dec 11 2023The Reds signed Candelario on Monday to a three-year, $45 million contract that contains a club option for 2027, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario and the Reds agreed in principle on the deal last week, but it wasn't until Monday that the team formally announced the signing of the 30-year-old. He's expected to move between the corner-infield spots and designated hitter in 2024, with his ability to hit from either side of the plate likely guaranteeing him steady playing time versus both left- and right-handed pitching. After posting a career-worst .633 OPS in his final season with the Tigers in 2022, Candelario bounced back nicely at the plate in 2023, slashing .251/.336/.471 with a career-high 22 home runs and eight stolen bases across 575 plate appearances between the Nationals and Cubs.
Dec 6 2023Candelario signed a contract with the Reds on Wednesday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Adding Candelario is an interesting move for the Reds, who already have a plethora of young infield talent at the major-league level. Candelario slashed .251/.336/.471 with 22 homers and 70 RBI between the Nationals and Cubs last season. He's capable of playing either corner infield position -- though he has far more experience at third -- and his arrival could signal a potential plan for the Reds to move on from Christian Encarnacion-Strand or Noelvi Marte (hamstring).
Sep 30 2023Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was reinstated from the injured list Wednesday after missing a few weeks with a back strain, and Friday's home run was his first hit since returning. He's been solid this year with an .807 OPS, 22 home runs and 38 doubles, and the Cubs will need the infielder to produce over their final two games if they want to sneak into the playoff field.
Sep 27 2023Candelario (back) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and will be in the lineup Wednesday against Atlanta, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old has been sidelined since Sept. 11 with a back strain but is ready to rejoin the Cubs for the final five games of the regular season. Candelario was mired in a 3-for-36 slump prior to landing on the injured list and will attempt to get back on track as Chicago competes for a wild-card spot.
Sep 26 2023Candelario (back) is continuing his progression through baseball activities Tuesday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Out since Sept. 12 due to a lower-back strain, Candelario was cleared to begin working out Friday and should be able to return to the Cubs' active roster at some point before the regular season comes to an end this Sunday. He could even be activated as early as Wednesday, per Montemurro. Miles Mastrobuoni has been receiving the majority of the playing time at third base in Candelario's absence, with Cody Bellinger largely playing first base.
Sep 23 2023Candelario (back) resumed baseball activities Friday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is already eligible to return from the injured list after suffering a lower-back strain in mid-September. He had slumped to a .083/.227/.278 lin in the 13 games prior to hitting the injured list, however, so the Cubs will want to make sure he's right before activating him.
Sep 19 2023Manager David Ross expressed optimism Tuesday that Candelario (back) could return next week, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been sidelined for over a week now due to a lower-back strain, but it sounds like he is making some semblance of progress with his side work. The 29-year-old corner infielder had registered a .773 OPS with five homers and two steals through 36 games for Chicago prior to landing on the injured list.
Sep 12 2023The Cubs placed Candelario on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a lower-back strain, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario suffered the injury in Sunday's series finale against the Diamondbacks and will be sidelined until at least a week from Thursday. Nick Madrigal is playing third base Tuesday at Colorado, with Cody Bellinger covering first base and Christopher Morel filling the DH role. Alexander Canario has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa as a depth option off the bench.
Sep 11 2023Candelario (back) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario left Sunday's victory over the Diamondbacks with tightness in his back, and he will not play a full nine innings one day later. It's unclear both if he will be available off the bench and if he will miss any further action.
Sep 10 2023Candelario left Sunday's win over the Diamondbacks due to back tightness, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 0-for-2 with a strikeout prior to being pulled with the injury in the bottom of the fifth inning. The 29-year-old is still being evaluated by the training staff, and he should be considered day-to-day until more information is available.
Sep 6 2023Candelario is not in the Cubs' lineup Wednesday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is receiving a rare day off. His last game on the bench was Sept. 1, but that was part of a doubleheader. Prior to that, he had appeared in every game since Aug. 13.
Sep 4 2023Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs scored in Sunday's 15-7 victory over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario chipped in to Chicago's rout, launching his 21st home run of the season in the ninth inning. The infielder has been solid for the Cubs since rejoining the team before the trade deadline. Across 30 games, Candelario has an .831 OPS to go along with five home runs, 14 RBI and 17 runs scored.
Sep 3 2023Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 2-1 loss against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The switch-hitting infielder broke a scoreless tie with his seventh-inning solo shot, chasing Cincinnati starter Andrew Abbott from the game. Candelario came into the contest amid a 2-for-29 (.069) slide across his previous nine games; however, Saturday's home run gave the 29-year-old a career-high 20, and his season-long batting average now sits at .259 with 37 doubles, 66 RBI, 72 runs scored and eight steals across 529 plate appearances.
Sep 1 2023Candelario is absent from the lineup for the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cody Bellinger and Nick Madrigal will handle the corner infield spots and Christopher Morel will be the designated hitter. Candelario figures to be in the lineup for the second game.
Aug 28 2023Candelario went 1-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in Sunday's victory over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario put the Cubs ahead 3-1 with a two-run homer off Bailey Falter in the fourth inning, which was his 19th long ball of the year (matching a career high) and third since joining Chicago. The 29-year-old Candelario has two homers and eight RBI over his last six games, though he's gone just 5-for-23 (.217) in that span. Overall, he's slashing .267/.347/.489 with 71 runs scored, 65 RBI and eight steals across 510 plate appearances between the Cubs and Nationals this season.
Aug 22 2023Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and a two-run home run in Monday's 8-6 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario continued his excellent play for the Cubs since coming over at the trade deadline, as he's now batting .349 with two home runs and 12 runs scored across 18 games. The infielder also has 36 doubles this season, which is good for second in the majors behind Freddie Freeman.
Aug 13 2023Candelario is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since being traded to the Cubs on July 31, Candelario has started in every game. With the Cubs in August, the infielder is slashing .425/.489/.625 in 45 plate appearances. Sunday will just be a rest day for the 29-year-old with Nick Madrigal getting the start at third.
Aug 6 2023Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and two runs scored in Saturday's win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has hit the ground running since joining the Cubs at the trade deadline, as he's now gone 11-for-19 with five extra-base hits and eight runs scored in five games. The infielder has been a great addition, and he should remain locked into the lineup with a regular spot at first base, giving him a chance to build on his strong numbers at the plate.
Aug 2 2023Candelario went 4-for-4 with a walk, two doubles and four runs scored in Wednesday's 16-6 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has now played in two games with the Cubs since getting traded over from the Nationals, and he's proceeded to go 8-for-9 with three doubles and six runs scored. He won't be able to stay this hot, but he's been solid all season with an .854 OPS and has fit in very nicely so far with his new team.
Aug 1 2023Candelario went 4-for-5 with a double and two runs scored in Tuesday's 20-9 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario, who started at first base and batted sixth in his first game since getting traded to Chicago on Monday, wasted no time making an impact. He's currently fourth in the majors with 31 doubles and should fit in nicely with the Cubs, which is the team he made his MLB debut with back in 2016 before getting shipped to Detroit the following season. It appears that Candelario will primarily play first for Chicago.
Jul 31 2023Candelario was traded from the Nationals to the Cubs on Monday in exchange for DJ Herz and Kevin Made, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has deep ties with the Cubs organization, as he first signed with them as a 16-year-old in 2010 and made his big-league debut with Chicago in 2016 before getting traded to the Tigers and then the Nationals. The switch-hitting third baseman has been very productive this season, slashing .258/.342/.481 with 16 home runs, 57 runs, 53 RBI and six steals in 99 games while playing every day and hitting in the middle of the lineup. He should be able to play almost every day with the Cubs, but he could get more rest days now that he is a part of a deeper active roster.
Nov 18 2022The Tigers declined to tender Candelario a contract for 2023. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario finally enjoyed some success against big-league pitching in 2021, smacking 42 doubles with a .794 OPS, but it all came crashing back down for him in 2022. HIs batting average fell more than 50 points and Candelario will now be looking for a new team in free agency.
Oct 3 2022Candelario isn't starting Monday against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 1-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout Sunday against the Twins, and he'll be out of the lineup for the third time in the last four games. Kody Clemens is taking over at the hot corner and batting seventh.
Oct 1 2022Candelario remains on the bench for Saturday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario's age-28 season has been a disappointing one, as his .210/.267/.360 slash line (78 wRC+) represents a significant drop from the .278/.356/.458 line (125 wRC+) he managed over the previous two years. He'll sit for the second straight game, with Brendon Davis getting the nod at third base.
Sep 30 2022Candelario will sit Thursday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has gone 8-for-20 with four doubles across his last six games, though that's only been enough to drag his season-long slash line up to .210/.267/.360. Harold Castro will start at third base Friday.
Sep 27 2022Candelario is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has started four of the last seven games and is 7-for-14 with three doubles, one run and one RBI over that stretch. Harold Castro will start at the hot corner while Miguel Cabrera starts at designated hitter.
Sep 23 2022Candelario isn't starting Friday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is getting a day off after he went 4-for-7 with two doubles, a run and a strikeout over the last two games. Miguel Cabrera will serve as the designated hitter and bat third.
Sep 20 2022Candelario went 4-for-4 with two doubles and one run scored in Tuesday's victory over Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was perfect at the dish Tuesday as he recorded a hit in all four at-bats, two of which went for extra bases. The multi-hit effort was his fifth in his last 15 games, but those games have come sporadically as he has maintained a part-time role since the beginning of September. He's slashing .209/.266/.359 on the season.
Sep 19 2022Candelario isn't starting Monday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 0-for-3 with an RBI during Sunday's loss to the White Sox and will head to the bench for the second time in the last three games. Miguel Cabrera is serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup.
Sep 17 2022Candelario will be on the bench Saturday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has gone hitless in six of his nine games thus far in September while striking out at a 35.3 percent clip. Harold Castro will start at the hot corner Saturday.
Sep 13 2022Candelario is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers have spread the playing time around a bit more this month, as Candelario didn't hit enough through the first five months to lock down a true everyday role. He is hitting .243 with two home runs over his last 10 games.
Sep 11 2022Candelario is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario gets Sunday off after starting at the hot corner Saturday, with Ryan Kreidler taking over. The rookie Kreidler is seeing more playing time as the 54-85 Tigers look toward the future, so Candelario's fantasy value will likely take a hit down the stretch as he sees his playing time reduced.
Sep 10 2022Candelario went 3-for-4 with a double and a three-run home run, while also scoring three runs in Friday's 10-2 victory over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario launched a three-run shot in the second inning that scored Spencer Torkelson and Kerry Carpenter. Candelario smacked a double in the fifth, but was not credited with an RBI when Jonathan Schoop reached the plate due to a fielding error. Candelario also made it home on a fourth-inning groundout from Willi Castro and a ninth-inning single from Riley Greene. Candelario now has hits in back-to-back games after a three-game hitless streak and has raised his batting average to .207 to go along with 13 homers on the season.
Sep 6 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old is on the bench Tuesday for the fourth time in Detroit's last five games, as rookie Ryan Kreidler is beginning to see more time at third base. Candelario finished August on a six-game hit streak during which he hit .375 with two home runs, three doubles and eight RBI, but he's 0-for-10 with a walk through his first three appearances of September.
Sep 5 2022Candelario is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a 9-for-24 stretch to end the month of August, he has yet to record a hit in September. Monday marks the second game in four days Candelario will sit out of. In his place, Ryan Kreidler will take over at third base and bat eighth in the order.
Sep 2 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario started the past eight games and had a .944 OPS with two home runs, three doubles and eight RBI during that span, but he'll head to the bench for Friday's series opener. Prospect Ryan Kreidler will man the hot corner and could cut into Candelario's playing time down the stretch.
Aug 31 2022Candelario went 2-for-4 with two RBI in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has largely struggled this season, though he is now riding a six-game hitting streak, which has boosted his season batting average above .200. That's not saying a ton, though perhaps Candelario could deliver some fantasy value over the final month of the season even if his overall numbers are down from 2021.
Aug 28 2022Candelario went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double and a two-run home run in Sunday's 9-8 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's been a rough season for Candelario, who is batting just .202 with a .620 OPS. However, he's now riding a four-game hitting streak and has gone deep in consecutive contests, giving him 12 home runs this year. Candelario batted .271 with a .794 OPS and 16 home runs in 2021, so he's certainly capable of finishing 2022 on a more positive note.
Aug 27 2022Candelario went 2-for-5 with a home run, a double, two total runs and three total RBI in Saturday's 11-2 victory versus the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario's sixth-inning two-run homer gave Detroit a 7-1 lead, and he added an RBI on a fielder's choice groundout in the ninth. The long ball was his first since July 26 -- a span of 25 games. Candelario knocked only four extra-base hits (all doubles) and batted a meager .160 during the power drought, so he's mostly fallen off the fantasy radar.
Aug 21 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario recently returned from a one-game absence due to a non-COVID-19-related illness, so the Tigers may just be exercising some caution by keeping him out of the lineup for the series finale. Kody Clemens will fill in for Candelario at third base.
Aug 19 2022Candelario (illness) is starting Friday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was removed from Wednesday's lineup against the Guardians due to a non-COVID illness, but he'll start at third base and bat eighth Friday. Over his last five games, he's gone just 1-for-18 with six strikeouts.
Aug 17 2022Candelario was removed from Wednesday's lineup against the Guardians due to a non-COVID illness, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although Candelario was removed from the starting nine ahead of Wednesday's matchup, he'll be available off the bench if needed and will travel back to Detroit with the team following the game. He should be considered day-to-day for now.
Aug 11 2022Candelario is not in the starting lineup Thursday versus the Guardians, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will take a seat after he went 4-for-21 with two runs scored and an RBI while starting the last six games. Willi Castro will draw the start at the hot corner and bat fifth in the series finale.
Aug 3 2022Candelario isn't starting Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is resting after he went 0-for-10 with a run, a walk and five strikeouts over the last three games. Kody Clemens will start at the hot corner and bat eighth.
Jul 27 2022Candelario went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Wednesday's win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been locked in lately, as he's now batting .394 across his last 10 games with four home runs and 10 RBI. It looked like the 28-year-old was losing his grip on everyday duties at third base heading into the All-Star break, but he's started off the second half strongly and has likely enhanced his job security moving forward.
Jul 25 2022Candelario went 3-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in Monday's 12-4 win over San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario knocked a solo shot off of Sean Manaea in the fourth inning followed by a two-run homer against MacKenzie Gore in the fifth. He's gone deep four times over his last 11 appearances after snapping a 20-game homerless drought. The 28-year-old is slashing .203/.269/.352 with nine home runs and 30 runs scored on the year.
Jul 24 2022Candelario is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario started the second half with three straight starts at third base, but he'll get a break Sunday. It looks like the 28-year-old will be given the chance to start most days at the hot corner moving forward, though he was losing playing time to Willi Castro before the All Star break. Candelario has struggled this season with a .586 OPS, so he'll need to get the bat going to hold onto a regular role.
Jul 21 2022Candelario went 3-for-7 with a solo home run and two runs scored across both games of Thursday's doubleheader against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The home run in Game 1 was Candelario's seventh of the year and second this month. The 28-year-old has seen a dip in playing time recently, though he did start both contests Thursday at third base. Candelario will continue to jockey with Willi Castro and Harold Castro for playing time, and the former will need to improve his .198 average and .590 OPS if he wants to hold off his challengers down the stretch.
Jul 17 2022Candelario is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will be on the bench for the third game in a row as the Tigers play their final contest before the All-Star break. Willi Castro, who appears to have overtaken Candelario on the depth chart at third base, will start at the hot corner and bat eighth in the series finale.
Jul 16 2022Candelario isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is on the bench for a second consecutive matchup after he went 2-for-13 with an RBI, a walk and five strikeouts over his last four games. Harold Castro is starting at third base and batting cleanup.
Jul 15 2022Candelario isn't starting Friday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will get a breather after he went 1-for-5 with a walk and two strikeouts over the last two games. Willi Castro is starting at the hot corner and batting sixth.
Jul 12 2022Candelario isn't starting Tuesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 1-for-8 in Monday's doubleheader and is hitting .194 in 10 games this month. Willi Castro starts at third base Tuesday.
Jul 10 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With four hits -- including a home run -- to go with two walks, four RBI and four runs over his last four starts, Candelario's dormant bat is beginning to warm up. He'll give way at third base to Harold Castro in Sunday's series finale, but Candelario still looks like the top option on the depth chart.
Jul 8 2022Candelario went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 7-5 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario belted a two-run homer off of Lucas Giolito in the sixth inning before hitting an RBI single and scoring in the seventh. It was his sixth home run of the year and first since May 29. The 28-year-old registered a brutal .483 OPS during his 20-game homerless drought and he's now slashing .191/.257/.320 through 65 games this season.
Jul 6 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll sit for the second time in the four-game series, after he previously headed to the bench for the second contest of Monday's doubleheader. Though Candelario was productive in Tuesday's 11-4 win by going 1-for-4 with a walk, two runs and an RBI, he's still cobbled together an unremarkable .222/.333/.250 in 11 games since coming off the 10-day injured list June 20. Kody Clemens will pick up the start at third base Wednesday, and he and Harold Castro could continue to encroach on Candelario's playing time until the 28-year-old starts to get going at the plate.
Jul 4 2022Candelario is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 0-for-4 in the first game of Monday's twin bill, so he will open the second contest on the bench. Harold Castro will man the hot corner in Candelario's place.
Jun 26 2022Candelario is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his first four games since returning from the injured list Monday, Candelario went 4-for-16 with four strikeouts. He still appears to have a hold on the Tigers' everyday third-base job, but he'll give way to Harold Castro in the series finale.
Jun 22 2022Candelario isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario returned to the field Monday against the Red Sox and went 2-for-8 with two strikeouts over the last two games. He'll get a breather while Harold Castro starts at the hot corner and bats fifth.
Jun 20 2022Candelario (shoulder) was activated off the injured list as expected Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario wound up missing two weeks with a left shoulder subluxation, but he's good to go after grabbing six hits (including two doubles and a homer) across four rehab games. The Tigers will hope to see more performances like that going forward and fewer of the games which saw him slump to a .181/.236/.319 line prior to the injury.
Jun 19 2022Candelario (shoulder) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Monday's game at Boston, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been sidelined with a left shoulder subluxation since June 5, but he's ready to rejoin the Tigers after going 6-for-16 with a home run and two doubles during a four-game rehab stint with Triple-A Toledo. The 28-year-old has an awful .555 OPS through 52 games this season, but perhaps he'll reward patient fantasy managers and continue the strong performance from the rehab assignment upon his return to the big-league club.
Jun 14 2022Candelario (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was cleared to head out on the minor-league assignment after he checked out fine when he completed agility drills Tuesday at Comerica Park. He'll most likely stay with Toledo through the weekend, but if all goes well, Candelario could be ready to return from the 10-day injured list and reclaim everyday duties at third base when the Tigers begin a series in Boston on Monday.
Jun 12 2022Candelario (shoulder) won't play on the homestand that runs through June 19 and will require a rehab assignment before being activated, Tony Garcia of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is useful information, as those in weekly leagues can plan to be without Candelario for another full week. Perhaps the rehab assignment will help Candelario get dialed in at the plate, as he had a .120/.185/.280 slash line over his most recent 50 at-bats.
Jun 7 2022Candelario's shoulder subluxation isn't expected to cost him much more than the minimum 10 days, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was diagnosed with the subluxation Tuesday, but it appears to be a fairly minor one. He'll be out until at least next Thursday, with Harold Castro expected to serve as the primary third baseman in his absence.
Jun 6 2022The Tigers will make a determination about whether Candelario (shoulder) needs to be placed on the injured list ahead of Tuesday's game in Pittsburgh, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager A.J. Hinch said Candelario felt his shoulder shift when he dove and hit the ground before exiting Sunday's game. Hinch added that he doesn't want to play with a limited roster, so it sounds like an IL stint for Candelario is likely, although he will get a "battery of tests" before then, according to Hinch. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, that decision may not be made until Tuesday, as the Tigers are off Monday.
Jun 5 2022Candelario left Sunday's game against the Yankees with a left shoulder injury. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team didn't offer any further details about the severity of the injury. Candelario dove to try to make a play on a line drive early in the game and was replaced by Harold Castro. The Tigers have an off day Monday.
May 29 2022Candelario is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario is 2-for-22 with a home run, two walks, two RBI and nine strikeouts over his past seven games, and he will head to the bench Sunday. Harold Castro will man the hot corner in his place.
May 25 2022Candelario went 1-for-4 with a walk and a two-run home run in Wednesday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario picked a good time for his only hit of the game, launching his fourth home run of the season in the 10th inning to put the Tigers up 4-2. Even with the long ball, it's been a struggle lately for the third baseman. Candelario is batting just .192 for the season and .125 over his past 10 games. By comparison, he batted .271 last year and .297 in 2020.
May 23 2022Candelario isn't starting Monday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario drew starts in the last five games and went 3-for-18 with a solo home run, a walk and seven strikeouts. Harold Castro will take over at third base and bat fifth.
May 17 2022Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 8-1 loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hit his third home run of the season in the fifth inning, but as has often been the case this year, the Tigers struggled to get much else going offensively. The third baseman has contributed to those struggles at times with his .203 batting average, but he's at least been better in May with a .254 mark for the month. Candelario hit .271 in 2021 and .297 in 2020, so his track record suggests he'll continue trending upward.
May 15 2022Candelario is not in Sunday's lineup against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .255/.283/.471 with two home runs in 14 games this month. Harold Castro will start at third base and hit seventh.
May 10 2022Candelario went 3-for-5 with a double and three RBI in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario followed that up with an 0-for-4 effort in the second game, but fantasy managers will welcome the three hits in one day. It's in fact the first three-hit game of the season for the third baseman, who's scuffling a bit with a .206 batting average for the year. Candelario is batting .289 this month, however.
May 5 2022Candelario went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario delivered a huge hit in the top of the ninth inning, when his home run against Ryan Pressly with two outs and a runner on tied the game at 2-2. However, the Astros rallied for the win in the bottom of the frame. Candelario is starting to get going, as the third baseman is riding a five-game hitting streak. He's gone 8-for-18 in that span with two home runs, three RBI and six runs scored.
May 4 2022Candelario went 3-for-7 with two doubles and two runs scored across both games of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Still batting just .188 this season, Candelario is starting to show some signs of life. Counting the two games Wednesday, the third baseman now has hits in four straight contests, including two multi-hit efforts. Candelario was much more productive at the plate the last two years than he has been so far in 2022, so fantasy managers will likely want to remain patient.
May 1 2022Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had a two-hit game Saturday and followed that up with his first home run of the season Sunday, a solo shot in the top of the ninth inning. He's still scuffling overall with a .164 average and .485 OPS, though perhaps these last two games will get him going.
Apr 21 2022Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored in Wednesday's loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario recorded his first multi-hit effort in 11 tries this season, as it's been a struggle in the early going for the 28-year-old. He's batting just .171 with a .488 OPS and is still seeking his first home run. Candelario batted .271 with a .794 OPS and 16 home runs in 2021, so the production will likely pick up at some point.
Apr 9 2022Candelario went 1-for-4 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Saturday's loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers only mustered two runs in this one, and Candelario was right in the middle of all the scoring. The third baseman has batted cleanup in each of the team's first two games, so he should have plenty of opportunities to drive in runs this season if that holds up, especially with the likes of Austin Meadows and Javier Baez now ahead of him in the lineup.
Mar 24 2022Candelario went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario also struck out twice and the homer was his first hit in 12 spring at-bats, so it's been a bit of a rocky start. In any case, he should be locked in as Detroit's starting third baseman after slashing .271/.351/.443 last season with 16 home runs. Candelario is on a one-year, $5.8 million deal with the Tigers after agreeing to terms Tuesday to avoid arbitration, per Robert Murray of FanSided.com.
Mar 22 2022Candelario and the Tigers agreed to a one-year, $5.8 million deal Tuesday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The agreement means the two sides won't have to go through arbitration. Candelario is coming off a season in which he hit .271/.351/.443 with 16 homers and figures to be a key part of an improving Tigers lineup this season.
Oct 3 2021Candelario is on the bench for Sunday's season finale against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Barring an appearance off the bench, Candelario finishes the season hitting .235 with a pair of doubles in his last 10 games. Isaac Paredes is starting at third base Sunday.
Oct 1 2021Candelario will sit Friday against the White Sox, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario sits for just the second time since the start of July. Harold Castro takes over at third base.
Sep 20 2021Candelario is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will exit the lineup for the first time since June 26, ending a streak of 73 consecutive starts. Though he doesn't stand out in any one counting-stats category except for doubles (41), Candelario's status as one of the game's top ironmen in 2021 has made him a useful compiler for fantasy managers. Across 588 plate appearances, Candelario has delivered a solid .273 average to go with 16 home runs, 72 runs and 65 RBI.
Sep 16 2021Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hit his 15th home run of the season in the ninth inning, continuing a recent power surge for the 27-year-old. He now has five home runs in 14 games this month, including two in a game Sunday. Candelario is getting closer to his career-high mark of 19 long balls in a season, which he set back in 2018.
Sep 12 2021Candelario went 2-for-5 with a pair of home runs and three RBI in Sunday's 8-7 extra-innings win over Tampa Bay. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old hit a solo shot in the fourth inning and a game-tying two-run blast to keep Detroit alive in the 10th. Candelario is off to a good start in September, going 13-for-43 (.302) with four homers, 13 RBI and 10 runs scored across 11 games. His season slash line is up to a strong .275/.350/.449 with 14 long balls in 134 contests.
Sep 4 2021Candelario went 4-for-5 with two doubles, a home run, two RBI and four runs scored in Friday's 15-5 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was one of the offensive stars of the rout for the Tigers, capping his big night with a solo shot off Vladimir Gutierrez in the fourth inning. Candelario has gone yard in back-to-back games, giving him 12 homers on the year, and over his last 14 contests he's slashing .322/.344/.593 with nine RBI and 11 runs.
Sep 2 2021Candelario went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run during Thursday's loss to the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario took Deolis Guerra deep with a 388-foot shot in the seventh inning. He now has 11 long balls and 51 RBI on the year, bringing him close to surpassing his career high of 54 RBI.
Aug 19 2021Candelario went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, two RBI and three runs scored in Thursday's loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario stuffed the stat sheet as part of Detroit's 10-run outburst. The infielder reached double digits in home runs for the second time in his career. He popped a career-high 19 long balls back in 2018, which is also when he registered his high-water mark in RBI with 54. Candelario now has 46 RBI after Thursday's performance, so he has a good shot at a new career best if he remains healthy, and he has an outside chance at the home run mark though he'll need a hot finish.
Aug 13 2021Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double, a triple, an RBI and a run scored in Thursday's win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been seeing the ball extremely well of late and he recorded two extra-base hits in this one, meaning he now has 32 doubles and two triples on the season. The third baseman also extended his hitting streak to eight games and has hit safely in all but one of his last 16 contests, slashing .344/.420/.590 with a homer, eight doubles, two triples, 11 RBI, 11 runs scored and an 8:13 BB:K in that span.
Aug 10 2021Candelario went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario connected for his eighth home run of the season in the eighth inning, bringing his RBI total to 41. The counting stats through 105 games are a bit disappointing for the infielder, though he's offset that somewhat with a solid .276 average and .361 on-base percentage. If Candelario keeps making consistent contact, perhaps he can finish the season with a flurry in the home run and RBI departments, as he should remain in the heart of Detroit's order most days.
Aug 1 2021Candelario went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has played well recently, as he's riding a seven-game hitting streak and is batting .393 during that span. For the season, the infielder is batting .276. Candelario should remain locked in as one of Detroit's top offensive options, though he hasn't delivered great counting stats this year with just seven home runs and 36 RBI across 98 games.
Jul 29 2021Candelario went 3-for-4 with an RBI triple in Thursday's win over Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had already singled twice when he drove in Eric Haase with his three-bagger in the seventh inning. It gave Candelario five hits over his last two outings and extended his hitting streak to a modest four games. The 27-year-old has been particularly useful in OBP leagues, slashing .273/.358/.411 with seven home runs and 35 RBI in 402 plate appearances on the year. Candelario his hitting .315 with a .987 OPS over his last 15 games.
Jul 28 2021Candelario went 2-for-5 with a walk, two doubles, two runs scored and three RBI in Wednesday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario drove in three of Detroit's 17 runs in the series-clinching win. The 27-year-old infielder is now up to 34 RBI this season, and fantasy managers would certainly like to see more in that category the rest of the way. Candelario is batting a solid .268 and usually occupies a spot in the middle of the team's order, so he's certainly capable of boosting his counting stats, especially if his teammates are locked in like they were Wednesday.
Jul 25 2021Candelario went 1-for-3 with two walks and a three-run home run in Saturday's 9-8 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took Carlos Hernandez deep in the third inning, helping stake the Tigers to a 5-0 lead that Casey Mize and the bullpen couldn't make stick. Candelario hasn't had the breakout some people anticipated after his strong 2020 performance, but he may be finding that form again -- he's hit safely in seven straight games, batting .375 (9-for-24) with two of his seven homers on the year.
Jul 18 2021Candelario went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and an RBI double in Sunday's 7-0 win over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario provided his RBI double in the third inning to cap off a three-run rally. He added extra insurance in the seventh inning with his sixth homer of the season. The 27-year-old has added 21 doubles, 27 RBI, 39 runs scored and a .264/.347/.389 slash line through 354 plate appearances. He remains a bit on the soft-hitting side -- Sunday's homer was just his second since May 18 -- but he's gotten on base at a healthy clip in 2021.
Jul 5 2021Candelario went 2-for-3 with a walk, two doubles and a run scored in Monday's win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario continued a good recent run, as he now has six hits in his last 11 at-bats, pushing his season average up to .270. The infielder doesn't offer a ton of power, as he only has four home runs in 74 games this year, but he's been one of Detroit's most consistent hitters since the beginning of 2020. He should remain in the lineup most days moving forward and produce decent counting stats.
Jul 4 2021Candelario went 3-for-4 with an RBI double and two runs scored in Sunday's 6-5 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sunday was the third baseman's first three-hit effort since May 28. Candelario singled and scored in the second inning. He also hit an RBI double and came around to score again in the fifth. The 27-year-old had a hot stretch in May, but he's since leveled off with a .265/.347/.369 slash line, four home runs, 23 RBI, 33 runs scored and 17 doubles through 314 plate appearances this year.
Jun 26 2021Candelario will sit for the second half of Saturday's doubleheader against the Astros, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario hits the bench after going 0-for-3 in the first game of the day. Harold Castro starts at the hot corner in the nightcap.
Jun 16 2021Candelario went 1-for-3 with two talks, a double, an RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing about a week due to a personal matter and then being placed on the COVID-19 injured list to undergo health protocols, Candelario has collected hits in each of his first two games back. The infielder never really wows you with his production, but he's been steady for the Tigers since the start of last season. He should occupy a regular lineup spot now that he's back in the fold.
Jun 15 2021Candelario was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Royals, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario missed much of last week due to a personal matter and then had to be placed on the COVID-19 injured list to undergo health protocols Saturday. He's been cleared to return to the team, though it's not known whether he'll be in the starting lineup Tuesday in Kansas City.
Jun 14 2021Candelario is in Kansas City as he waits to clear intake protocols and could return as soon as Monday and no later than Tuesday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario missed most of last week while on the bereavement list. He then hit the COVID-19 injured list on Saturday as he goes through health protocols, but his return appears to be imminent.
Jun 12 2021Candelario was transferred from the bereavement list to the COVID-19 injured list Saturday as he goes through intake testing before he can return to the roster. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been away from the team since hitting the bereavement list Tuesday. He'll wait at least one more day before being activated, though his absence shouldn't be a long one unless the tests come back with unexpected results.
Jun 11 2021Candelario (personal) will rejoin the Tigers sometime this weekend and is expected to be activated from the bereavement list Monday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old was placed on the bereavement list Tuesday and will need to go throught he COVID-19 protocols once he rejoins the team. Harold Castro and Isaac Paredes are likely to work at third base until Candelario is ready to go.
Jun 8 2021Candelario landed on the bereavement list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Players can spend between three and seven days on the bereavement list, placing Candelario's return somewhere between Friday and next Tuesday. Isaac Paredes was recalled in a corresponding move and could see starts at third base in Candelario's absence, though those could also go to Harold Castro.
May 19 2021Candelario went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, two runs scored and two RBI on Tuesday against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario took Justin Dunn yard in his first at-bat of the game to record his fourth home run of the season. He remained productive for the remainder of the contest, driving in a run in the third inning while also racking up his seventh double and subsequently coming around to score in the eighth frame. Candelario is riding a four-game hitting streak and has maintained a .291/.367/.419 line with 15 RBI and 21 runs scored across 40 games for the campaign.
May 17 2021Candelario (knee) will bat third and play third base Monday against the Mariners, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario left Saturday's game against the Cubs after getting hit in the knee by a pitch. He didn't play in Sunday's contest but is ready to go again following a day off.
May 16 2021Candelario (knee) is available to come off the bench Sunday against the Cubs, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Candelario is out of the lineup for the series finale against Chicago, but it sounds like he could still end up appearing off the bench, which suggests the swelling in his knee has already started to die down. He was hit by a pitch on his left knee Saturday. Jonathan Schoop will be the starting first baseman in Candelario's absence.
May 15 2021Candelario (knee) is dealing with some swelling and won't be in the lineup Sunday against the Cubs, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old was suffered the contusion on his left knee when he was hit by a pitch Saturday, and he'll receive the day off Sunday to help the swelling subside. Candelario could be back in the lineup Monday for the series opener at Seattle if all goes well.
May 12 2021Candelario (illness) is starting Wednesday's game against the Royals, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was scratched from the lineup for Tuesday's game due to side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine, but he'll return to action after a brief absence. The 27-year-old has gone 7-for-17 with a home run, six runs, four RBI, two walks and three strikeouts in his last four games.
May 11 2021Candelario was scratched from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Royals after experiencing some negative side effects related to a second COVID-19 vaccine shot, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario will head to the bench for the first time this season as a result, but he'll likely be ready to play again in a day or two. Harold Castro will fill in for Candelario at third base Tuesday.
May 6 2021Candelario went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and an RBI in Thursday's loss to the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario went 3-for-5 for the second straight game against Boston, and the infielder is now batting .298 after the torrid stretch at the plate. Candelario should continue to play every day and post solid numbers, though his RBI total may be suppressed if his teammates continue to struggle to get on base around him.
May 5 2021Candelario went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and three runs scored in Wednesday's 6-5, 10-inning win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was having a fine game through nine innings but he made it memorable in the top of the 10th, when he launched a go-ahead, three-run home run to break a 3-3 tie. While the Tigers are batting just .202 as a team during their 9-22 start, Candelario has been much better, batting a team-high .284 with three home runs and 11 RBI. The counting stats aren't eye popping, but the 27-year-old at least looks like Detroit's most reliable offensive contributor this season.
May 1 2021Candelario went 3-for-4 with a solo home run during Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old delivered his third three-hit game of the season and went deep for the first time since April 10. Candelario has a .279/.336/.385 slash line with two home runs, five doubles, eight RBI and 11 runs through 27 games in 2021.
Apr 14 2021Candelario went 3-for-5 with a double and two RBI in Wednesday's win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has been locked in lately, as he now has hits in five straight games, and the last three contests have been multi-hit performances. That's allowed the 27-year-old to bump his batting average up to .326, and while he doesn't produce a ton of power, he's been a consistent performer for the Tigers the past few seasons.
Apr 11 2021Candelario went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's loss to Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Detroit was down 11-1 when Candelario blasted his home run, but he won't complain about his first long ball of the season. The 27-year-old infielder hit seven home runs in 52 games last season. His career best is the 19 homers he recorded across 144 games back in 2018.
Apr 6 2021Candelario went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double, a run scored and an RBI in Tuesday's 4-3, 10-inning win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Like he did last season, Candelario is quietly putting together good at-bats and plenty of hits. He's slashing .300/.364/.400 in the early going after recording a .297/.369/.503 line in 2020. Candelario might not jump off the page, but the 27-year-old is turning into a solid if not spectacular fantasy contributor.
Apr 3 2021Candelario went 3-for-4 with one double, two runs and one RBI during Saturday's 5-2 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old was 1-for-4 with three strikeouts Opening Day, but he had zero strikeouts while powering Detroit's offense Saturday. Candelario had a .297/.369/.503 slash line in 206 plate appearances last season and is off to a strong start in 2020.
Mar 22 2021Candelario is batting .353 with an .807 OPS across 14 Grapefruit League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario doesn't have a ton of counting stats with just two runs scored, an RBI and no home runs, but it's still been a solid spring. The 27-year-old should be the regular first baseman for the Tigers this season, with Renato Nunez and potentially Miguel Cabrera picking up some starts when Candelario rests.
Feb 28 2021Candelario went 2-for-2 with a double, a walk and a run scored in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario started at third base in this one, but Isaac Paredes, who has been delayed this spring by visa issues, is likely to get regular playing time there moving forward. That could push Candelario over to first, where Renato Nunez will also be competing for at-bats. Candelario had a solid 2020 campaign, posting a career-best .872 OPS in 52 games, so he should play regularly no matter where he finds himself defensively.
Feb 20 2021Candelario arrived at Tigers camp Saturday and participated in fielding drills, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was one of several Detroit position players to arrive early, as full-squad workouts don't start until Monday. The 27-year-old might be preparing for increased competition at first base with the Tigers adding Renato Nunez on a minor-league deal this month. Candelario performed well in a shortened 2020 season, finishing with a career-best .872 OPS along with seven home runs and 29 RBI in 52 games, so he should get the first crack at first base, though Nunez and his 43 home runs the past two years looms as a threat to his playing time.
Jan 15 2021Candelario (back) and the Tigers reached a one-year, $2.85 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario missed the final three games of the regular season in 2020 due to a lower-back strain, but he impressed during the abbreviated season. He had a career-best .297/.369/.503 slash line with seven home runs and 29 RBI and will likely be ready for spring training in 2021.
Sep 25 2020Candelario landed on the 10-day injured list with a lower-back strain Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injury which forced Candelario to exit Thursday's game will wind up ending his season prematurely. It was quite an encouraging season from him at the plate, as he hit .297/.369/.503 in 206 plate appearances. Harold Castro will be the first baseman and cleanup hitter Friday against the Royals.
Sep 24 2020Candelario left Thursday's game against the Royals with lower back tightness and is considered day-to-day. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jorge Bonifacio entered the game in left field with Brandon Dixon shifting to first base. Candelario will look to make it back in the lineup at some point during the regular season's closing weekend.
Sep 15 2020Candelario went 3-for-5 with two runs scored during Tuesday's 6-0 victory over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario stranded four men on base, but nonetheless had a productive outing. He has raked over his last 15 games, slashing .404/.483/.673 with three home runs. He improved his average to .333 for the season.
Sep 10 2020Candelario hit home runs in both ends of Thursday's doubleheader against the Cardinals, going a combined 5-for-6 with a walk, a double, two homers and five RBI. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After supplying the Tigers' only offense in the matinee with a two-run blast, Candelario kicked off a comeback from a 3-0 deficit in the nightcap with a sixth-inning solo shot. After the huge performance, the 26-year-old is now slashing .333/.389/.590 with seven homers and 28 RBI through 40 games.
Sep 8 2020Candelario went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs and four RBI in Tuesday's win versus Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario drove home half of Detroit's runs in the victory, plating a pair of runners with a single in the fifth inning and driving home two more with a homer to right field in the seventh. The 26-year-old has been hot over his last three games, going 7-for-12 with four extra-base hits and five runs scored. If he is able to keep up his current pace, his .319/.374/.541 slash line will blow away his previous career-best numbers.
Sep 7 2020Candelario went 2-for-4 with a walk, two doubles and two runs scored in Monday's 6-2 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Minnesota starter Michael Pineda only allowed three hits across seven innings, but two of them were doubles into the left field corner by Candelario. The 26-year-old infielder is enjoying something of a breakout campaign in 2020, as he's now batting .313 with an .890 OPS to go along with four home runs, 19 RBI and 21 runs scored in 36 games.
Sep 5 2020Candelario went 0-for-2 with two walks and a stolen base in the second game of Friday's doubleheader against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had a base knock in Game 1, so he was 1-for-5 for the day. The steal was a surprise, as Candelario had stolen just six bases in 312 career big-league games to that point. Candelario is batting .358/.433/.585 with three homers in his last 15 games and has been batting cleanup for the Tigers, so while we can't expect many more steals the rest of the way, Candelario is showing enough to warrant consideration even in shallow fantasy formats.
Aug 30 2020Candelario went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario took Kenta Maeda deep in the fourth inning for his fourth home run of the season. The Detroit first baseman is 8-for-17 with two home runs across his last five games and now has an .866 OPS this year, making his slow start to the 2020 campaign look like a distant memory.
Aug 29 2020Candelario went 2-for-3 with a two-run homer in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After reaching base three times (1-for-2 with two walks) and scoring two runs in the matinee to help the Tigers to an 8-2 win, Candelario took Trevor May deep in the third inning of the nightcap to get Detroit on the board and on its way to a sweep of the twin bill. The 26-year-old is having something of a breakout in 2020, slashing .298/.342/.500 with three homers and 14 RBI over 28 games.
Aug 22 2020Candelario went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored in Friday's 10-5 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was not one of the three Detroit players to go deep in the big win, but he was still productive at the plate. After a rough start to the season, he's now slashing .282/.325/.487 with 10 RBI and 11 runs scored in 21 games. His .812 OPS would easily be a new career best if he can sustain it. Candelario should continue to play regularly at first base with C.J. Cron (knee) out for the rest of the season.
Aug 19 2020Candelario went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Detroit changed up its lineup in this one, moving Candelario up to the leadoff spot for the first time this season. The 26-year-old responded with a strong performance, and he's looked better lately after a slow start to the year. Over his last 12 games, Candelario is batting .327 with two home runs, eight RBI and 10 runs scored.
Aug 15 2020Candelario will serve as the Tigers' everyday first baseman after C.J. Cron (knee) elected to have season-ending surgery Saturday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario had already seen the majority of playing time at third base to begin the season, but he'll serve as the everyday first baseman going forward. The 26-year-old has recorded multiple hits in five of his last nine contests while posting a 1.156 OPS with six extra-base hits and five RBI during that time.
Aug 10 2020Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double, a triple, a run scored and an RBI in Monday's 5-1 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario has turned things around after starting the season by going 0-for-17 across his first five games. In six games since then, the Detroit third baseman has gone 10-for-22 with a home run, four runs scored and five RBI.
Aug 8 2020Candelario went 3-for-6 with two runs scored and three RBI in Friday's 17-13 extra-innings win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The RBI were his first of the season. Candelario began the season by digging an 0-for-17 hole with nine strikeouts, but he appears to be finding a groove -- Friday's outburst was his second multi-hit performance in the last three games.
Aug 2 2020Candelario is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers managed only four hits during the first game, with Candelario going 2-for-3 with a triple. He entered Sunday's twin bill hitless in 19 plate appearances. Dawel Lugo will start Game 2 at the hot corner.
Jul 31 2020Candelario is not in the lineup Friday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario sits for the third time in the season's first eight games. He's gone hitless in 17 at-bats so far, striking out nine times, hardly helping his case for an everyday role. Harold Castro gets the nod at third base in his absence.
Jul 29 2020Candelario went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts against the Royals Wednesday and is hitless in 13 at-bats this season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This wasn't the start Candelario was looking for, especially with Dawel Lugo, Harold Castro and Jordy Mercer all options to play at third base. The Tigers will likely show some patience with the 26-year-old, but Candelario could really use a hot streak to make sure he doesn't shift to more of a bench role moving forward.
Jul 27 2020Candelario is not in the lineup Monday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario started at third base in both of the first two games of the season, but he'll now sit for the second straight contest. Jordy Mercer starts at third base in his absence.
Jul 26 2020Candelario is not in Sunday's lineup against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is 0-for-7 with three strikeouts through two games. Harold Castro will stat at third base and hit sixth.
Jul 6 2020Manager Ron Gardenhire suggested Monday that Candelario is the current leader in the competition for the Tigers' top third-base job, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. "[Candelario] and [Lugo] are gonna continue the battle right here. We haven't made the final decision on that one yet. "Candy," I think, was probably doing a little bit better than [Lugo], but I like [Lugo] a lot." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Isaac Paredes and No. 1 overall draft pick Spencer Torkelson are also expected to be included in the competition, but since neither player has any prior MLB experience, Candelario and Lugo stand out as the clear frontrunners for the job. Candelario opened the 2019 campaign as the Tigers' top option at the position, but he largely struggled in his second full season with the club, slashing .203/.306/.337 with eight home runs in 386 plate appearances. Lugo received some work at third base when Candelario disappointed, but the former was marginally worse at the dish, posting a 65 wRC+ to Candelario's 72 wRC+.
Jul 4 2020Candelario will likely be the Tigers' starting third baseman to begin the 2020 season, but he's facing pressure from prospects Isaac Paredes and Spencer Torkelson in camp, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario and Dawel Lugo were battling for the third base job before play was suspended, and the belief was that Candelario had separated himself. However, Paredes and Torkelson are expected to be big parts of the team's future, and both were added to the summer camp roster. Lugo is also still in the mix at camp. While the organization likely won't rush Paredes or Torkelson into action, Candelario is going to need to perform well to earn any type of job security.
Mar 10 2020Candelario went 1-for-2 with a home run in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The home run was the second of the spring for Candelario, who has mostly struggled with a .143 average and .536 OPS. Dawel Lugo finished last season as the Tigers' primary third baseman, and the two are competing for the role in camp, though Candelario could also potentially snag some playing time at first.
Jan 23 2020Candelario is expected to compete with Dawel Lugo for the starting job at third base, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario broke camp as the Tigers' starting third baseman last season, though he spent most of the year shuttling between the majors and minors due to his struggles with the big club (.203/.306/.337 slash line in 386 plate appearances). Unless Candelario shows a marked improvement against big-league pitching, he seems more likely to open the season as a reserve option at the corner infield spots.
Sep 29 2019Candelario is not starting in Sunday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario takes a seat with Ronny Rodriguez starting at third base and John Hicks manning first. Candelario has gotten regular playing time at first with Dawel Lugo taking over the primary role at third, though neither young player has broken out in 2019. The Tigers will be looking for the 25-year-old Candelario to take a big step forward in 2020 to warrant staying in a prominent role.
Sep 26 2019Candelario is not in Thursday's lineup against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is 5-for-27 (.185) with one home run over his last 10 games. John Hicks will start at first base and hit sixth.
Sep 23 2019Candelario went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk Sunday in the Tigers' 6-3 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A third baseman for most of his career, Candelario has moved across the diamond late in the season in preparation for a potential full-time role at the position in 2020. Any chance Candelario has at holding down an everyday gig for the entirety of next season will hinge of his performance at the plate, where he's steadily declined the past two years. Though he turned in a solid series against the White Sox, Candelario is slashing just .201/.304/.333 over 372 plate appearances in 2019.
Sep 19 2019Candelario (triceps) is starting at first base and hitting fifth Thursday against the Indians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He appeared off the bench as a defensive replacement Wednesday but did not get an at-bat. Candelario is 7-for-37 (.189) with zero home runs in 12 games this month.
Sep 18 2019Candelario (triceps) will sit Wednesday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario was scratched Tuesday after getting hit in the triceps the day before. He'll sit for a second day in a row Wednesday, with Brandon Dixon starting at first base.
Sep 17 2019Candelario was scratched from the lineup Tuesday against Cleveland after getting hit in the triceps Monday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The severity of the injury is not yet clear, but he'll miss at least one start. Ronny Rodriguez enters the lineup at first base.
Sep 15 2019Candelario will sit again Sunday against the Orioles, Roch Kubatko of MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario owns an unimpressive .200/.349/.314 slash line in 10 games this September. John Hicks starts at first base for the second game in a row.
Sep 14 2019Candelario is not in Saturday's lineup against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .219 with zero home runs in 32 at-bats this month. John Hicks will start at first base and hit seventh.
Sep 10 2019Candelario went 3-for-5 with a run scored and three RBI in Tuesday's 12-11 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Everyone was hitting for Detroit in this one, as the Tigers rattled off 16 hits as a team. Candelario is batting just .202 this season, but the rebuilding Tigers figure to give the 25-year-old plenty of opportunities down the stretch as they turn their attention to 2020. Candelario has recently picked up more starts at first base with Dawel Lugo emerging as the primary option at third.
Sep 7 2019Candelario will sit Saturday in Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Candelario started the last four games at first base, going 3-for-15 at the plate. Brandon Dixon will get the start there Saturday.
Sep 4 2019Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his second straight start at first base, Candelario had a productive evening from the No. 5 spot in the lineup. The 25-year-old is slashing just .203/.291/.335 in the majors this season, though his .320/.416/.588 line in 39 games with Triple-A Toledo lends some degree of optimism that he could finish the year strong with the Tigers.
Sep 2 2019Candelario was recalled from Triple-A Toledo on Monday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
Aug 23 2019Candelario (thumb) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Friday.
Aug 15 2019Candelario (thumb) reported to Triple-A Toledo on Thursday to begin a rehab assignment, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
Aug 14 2019Candelario (thumb) resumed all baseball activities earlier this week, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
Aug 10 2019Candelario (thumb) is set to receive a CT scan, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
Aug 6 2019Manager Ron Gardenhire said Tuesday that Candelario (thumb) would be out "a while", Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Aug 5 2019Candelario was held out of Monday's game against the White Sox due to a left thumb injury, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Jul 30 2019Candelario is not starting Tuesday against the Angels.
Jul 26 2019Candelario could begin seeing reps at first base within the next week, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 18 2019Candelario is not in the lineup<\/a> Thursday against Cleveland.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2019Candelario went 2-for-5 with a double, a run scored and three RBI in Sunday's 12-8 win over the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 6 2019Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double, a run scored and two RBI in Friday's 9-6 loss to the Red Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 6 2019Candelario went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in Saturday's 10-6 loss to the Red Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 5 2019Candelario went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Thursday's 11-5 win over the White Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Candelario is starting at third base and batting fourth<\/a> in Sunday's game against the Nationals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 27 2019Candelario will start at third base and bat sixth<\/a> Thursday against the Rangers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Candelario was recalled<\/a> from Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Candelario (shoulder) was activated<\/a> from the 10-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Toledo.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Candelario (shoulder) was activated from the 10-day injured list<\/a> and optioned to Triple-A Toledo.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Candelario (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Candelario was placed on the 10-day injured list<\/a> Tuesday due to left shoulder inflammation.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Candelario is out of the lineup<\/a> for Sunday's game against the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Candelario is not in Saturday's lineup<\/a> against the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 28 2019Candelario was recalled from Triple-A Toledo<\/a> Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Candelario was optioned to Triple-A Toledo following Wednesday's loss to the Astros, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Candelario isn't starting Tuesday's game against the Astros, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Candelario will start at third base and bat seventh Sunday against the Twins, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Candelario went 1-for-4 with a two-run home in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins, an 8-3 loss for the Tigers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 11 2019Candelario is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News<\/a>.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 16 2018Candelario went 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI in the Tigers' 6-3 win over the Astros on Sunday.Candelario was one of four Tigers hitters to take Justin Verlander deep on the afternoon, with the third baseman plating another run on a sacrifice fly in the second inning. Though he hasn't seen much of a decline in his power production since returning from a wrist injury in late May, Candelario's contact skills have suffered. He's struck out in 28.3 percent of his plate appearance since being activated and is batting just .182 over that stretch.
Jul 10 2018Candelario (flu) is starting at third base and leading off Tuesday against the Rays, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.He missed Monday's game with the flu, but is back at the hot corner for the second game of the series with Tampa Bay. Candelario is hitting just .160/.273/.294 with a 29.5 percent strikeout rate since the start of June, so it may be best to take a wait-and-see approach before plugging him back in, despite the advantageous spot in the lineup.
Jul 9 2018Candelario is out of Monday's lineup against the Rays with flu-like symptoms, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.It could have easily been a performance-related absence, as Candelario is hitting just .160/.273/.294 with a 29.5 percent strikeout rate since the start of June. Ronny Rodriguez is starting at third base in his stead.
Jul 9 2018Candelario is out of Monday's lineup against the Rays.Since the start of June, Candelario is hitting just .160/.273/.294 with four home runs and a 29.5 percent strikeout rate. He makes way for Ronny Rodriguez at third base.
Jul 6 2018Candelario is out of the lineup for the second straight game Friday against the Rangers, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.There haven't been any reports that Candelario is injured, so it appears that he's just been given a few days off to clear his head after a rough patch in which he's hit just .146 over his last 14 games. Ronny Rodriguez starts again at third base.
Jul 5 2018Candelario is not in the lineup against Texas on Thursday, Stefan Stevenson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.Candelario will receive a standard day off following nine straight starts in the Tigers' lineup. In his place, Ronny Rodriguez will draw a rare start at third base. Over 75 games this year, Candelario is hitting .235 with a .780 OPS and 33 RBI.
Jul 2 2018Candelario went 3-for-4 with three singles in Monday's win over the Blue Jays.Candelario had a rough June, posting a meager .172/.304/.344 slash line, but he's now recorded a hit in three of his past four games. Perhaps this three-hit effort will jump start a bounceback July for the 24-year-old.
Jun 30 2018Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Blue Jays.It's his 12th homer of the year and fourth in June, but otherwise Candelario has endured a tough month at the plate, hitting .167 (15-for-90) through 26 games. Making contact has become an issue for the 26-year-old, as he's whiffed 32 times during that stretch, albeit with a solid 15 walks to balance them out. He'll need to start putting more balls in play to improve significantly on his .802 OPS in the second half.
Jun 26 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored in Tuesday's loss to the Athletics.Candelario needed some positive vibes at the plate, as he entered the contest in a 2-for-20 slump, which included four straight hitless efforts. The 24-year-old's average has dipped to .243, though he still has a solid .808 OPS and should continue to get regular playing time in a Detroit lineup that doesn't have a ton of offensive weapons.
Jun 25 2018Candelario is not in the lineup Monday against the Athletics.Candelario is hitless in his last three games and is hitting just .160/.289/.307 in the month of June. Niko Goodrum will slide over to third base Monday, with Dixon Machado starting at second base.
Jun 20 2018Candelario went 2-for-3 with two walks and a solo home run in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Reds.It's his 11th homer of the year and third in June, but Candelario is only hitting .190 (12-for-63) through 18 games on the month despite the decent power numbers. The 24-year-old might continue to struggle with consistency in his second full season in the majors, but he remains a key piece of the Tigers' rebuild.
Jun 17 2018Candelario went 1-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored in Saturday's win over the White Sox.Candelario has now batted second the past three games, which puts him in front of Nick Castellanos. On Saturday that was a good thing, as Castellanos belted two home runs and drove in five. If Candelario keeps batting second instead of in the middle of the order, he should get plenty of pitches to hit and could see an uptick in runs scored due to Castellanos' production. However, his RBI totals might take a slight hit.
Jun 11 2018Candelario batted fourth in all three games of Detroit's weekend series against Cleveland, with Victor Martinez behind him in the lineup.Manager Ron Gardenhire previously indicated that he didn't have plans to move Martinez down from the cleanup spot, but it looks like Candelario is forcing the issue a bit, as the 24-year-old has an .857 OPS and 10 home runs this season. Martinez, meanwhile, has a .656 OPS with just four home runs. It remains to be seen whether this order sticks, as Candelario has batted in each of the top five lineup spots this season and could continue to move around as Gardenhire tries to find the right combinations. However, the young third baseman has clearly established himself as someone who deserves to be in the middle of the Tigers' order with a chance to drive in runs.
Jun 9 2018Candelario hit a walkoff, two-run home run Saturday against the Indians. He finished the day 1-for-6 with two RBI and two strikeouts.The 24-year-old came through in the clutch after starting off 0-for-5 prior to his fateful 12th-inning at-bat that ended in a home run off Cody Allen. Candelario is now up to 10 home runs through 205 at-bats and is hitting .241 since coming off the disabled list on May 25.
Jun 7 2018Candelario (finger) will bat fifth and start at third base for Thursday's series finale against Boston.Candelario suffered a jammed right middle finger during Tuesday's contest but will return to the starting nine after sitting out Wednesday. Over the course of 50 games this season, Candelario is hitting .267/.361/.513 with nine home runs and 26 RBI.
Jun 7 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's win over the Red Sox.Since returning from a wrist injury toward the end of May, Candelario is batting .277 with four home runs, 11 RBI and 11 runs scored in 14 games. As long as he stays healthy, the 24-year-old third baseman should continue to be a solid fantasy contributor as one of Detroit's key offensive pieces.
Jun 6 2018Candelario (finger) isn't in Wednesday's starting lineup against Boston.Candelario left Tuesday's game early with a jammed right middle finger, and the injury is likely still bothering him, so Ronny Rodriguez is penciled into the lineup at third base. Candelario will be available off the bench if needed and figures to return within the next few days.
Jun 5 2018Candelario exited Tuesday's game against the Red Sox and was diagnosed with a jammed middle finger on his right hand.The injury was caused by a 104 mph ground ball off the bat of J.D. Martinez, but thankfully X-rays came back negative for Candelario. Overall it's good news for the 24-year-old to avoid any sort of fracture, and he is currently considered day-to-day.
Jun 5 2018Candelario left Tuesday's game against the Red Sox with an apparent right hand injury, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.Candelario was hit by 104 mph ground ball off the bat of J.D. Martinez on his right hand, and was subsequently charged with an error after throwing the ball away. The severity of the injury is unclear at this point, with Ronny Rodriguez taking over at third base for the Tigers.
Jun 2 2018Candelario went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Saturday's win over the Blue Jays.Candelario led the bottom of the first inning off with a homer -- his ninth of the season -- putting the Tigers up 1-0 while extending his hitting streak to six games. The 24-year-old is now hitting a solid .274/.363/.531 with 28 runs and 24 RBI through 46 games this season.
Jun 1 2018Candelario (wrist) will bat leadoff against the Blue Jays on Friday, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.Candelario exited Thursday's game after getting hit by a pitch on his left wrist, but thankfully the X-rays came back negative. The 24-year-old is dealing with a wrist bruise that the Tigers apparently aren't overly concerned with, due to him being back at the top of the lineup Friday.
May 31 2018Candelario left Thursday's matchup against the Angels after being hit by a pitch on his left hand, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.Candelario initially stayed in the game after being examined by the team trainer, but he was pulled at the start of the next inning. Recent call-up Ronny Rodriguez took over at third base with Dixon Machado manning second following Candelario's exit in the top of the fifth inning. The 24-year-old spent time on the disabled list earlier in May with left wrist tendonitis, so he may have been removed as a precaution. He'll be considered day-to-day until more news on his status is released.
May 31 2018Manager Ron Gardenhire said X-rays on Candelario's wrist came back negative following Thursday's game against the Angels, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.Candelario exited Thursday's game after getting hit by a pitch on his left hand. Fortunately, it was determined that the third baseman is simply dealing with a bruise following further examination. The Tigers still figure to proceed cautiously with Candelario, as he spent some time on the disabled list earlier in the month with tendinitis In the same wrist he was plunked on. Consider him day-to-day for now.
May 29 2018Candelario went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, his eighth of the season, in Tuesday's loss to the Angels.The 24-year-old has now played five games since returning from a stint on the disabled list due to a wrist injury, and he has three home runs in that span. It appears as if Candelario is fully healthy and should continue posting solid numbers moving forward.
May 26 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with two home runs, three runs scored and three RBI Saturday against the White Sox.Candelario hit both of his home runs off left-hander Hector Santiago, his sixth and seventh of the season. Just one game after returning from the disabled list, Candelario picked up where he left off by flashing surprising power at the plate. He is now slugging .529 on the season, well above his .468 pace in 94 at-bats with the Tigers last season.
May 25 2018Candelario (wrist) was reinstated from the 10-day disabled list Friday.Candelario will return to action after being placed on the disabled list May 14 with a wrist issue. The 24-year-old third baseman has put together a .272/.359/.497 slash line with five homers and 16 RBI over 37 games this season for Detroit. Mikie Mahtook was sent down to Triple-A Toledo in a corresponding move.
May 22 2018Candelario (wrist) will join Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday to begin a rehab assignment, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.Candelario is set to play at least three games with the Mud Hens, and if all goes well he could be cleared to rejoin the Tigers sometime over the weekend. The 24-year-old, who is hitting .272/.359/.497 with five homers through 37 games this season, has been on the disabled list since May 14 with left wrist tendinitis. He should reclaim his role as the Tigers' primary third baseman once he returns, likely pushing Niko Goodrum back to a utility role.
May 21 2018Candelario (wrist) is nearly ready to return to game action but may need a brief rehab appearance, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.The Tigers are currently undecided on whether or not he should head directly back to the big leagues or get some action in the minors first. Prior to hitting the disabled list with wrist tendinitis, the young third baseman was hitting a solid .272/.359/.497 through 37 games.
May 15 2018Candelario is on the disabled list merely to rehab his left wrist and not to undergo surgery, the Tigers' official site reports.Candelario is battling left wrist tendinitis and has been for some time. An MRI taken Sunday revealed that he'll have to undergo offseason surgery, but for now, he's just getting some time off to rest and rehab. The Tigers believe that Candelario could be ready to go sooner than the minimum requirement of 10 days off, but with Nicholas Castellanos also day-to-day after being hit in the hand by a pitch the team couldn't afford to play too shorthanded.
May 14 2018Candelario (wrist) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Monday, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.It's something of a surprising move, as the latest news was that Candelario would be able to play through his left wrist tendinitis before undergoing offseason surgery. He's been battling the issue for some time, though, and it's possible the team has decided that it would be best to have the surgery now. Whether the DL stint will be a short one just to rest the wrist or a long one while recovering from surgery is not yet known.
May 13 2018The Tigers sent the MRI results of Candelario's left wrist to another doctor, but "everything's going to be fine," according to manager Ron Gardenhire, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.The injury will reportedly require a surgical procedure in the offseason, but the plan is for Candelario to continue to play through the pain this season. The existing injury flared up during Saturday's doubleheader and kept Candelario out of Sunday's game against the Mariners. Gardenhire's comments suggest that his starting third baseman won't require a DL stint, and he should be considered day-to-day going forward.
May 13 2018Candelario is out of the lineup Sunday against the Mariners after his existing left wrist injury flared up during Saturday's doubleheader, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. He's scheduled to undergo an MRI.The wrist issue has bothered Candelario off and on throughout his career, but unless the MRI reveals structural damage, it's likely that the third baseman will continue to play through the pain. According to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News, Candelario will ultimately require surgery to address the wrist, though that's something the 24-year-old hopes to delay until the offseason, given the lengthy recovery timetable such a procedure requires. Pete Kozma will replace Candelario at the hot corner Sunday, but Niko Goodrum or JaCoby Jones would represent more likely long-term solutions at the position if Candelario should require a trip to the disabled list at any point.
May 8 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a walk and a solo home run in Tuesday's win over the Rangers.The home run is Candelario's fifth of the season, and he's now batting a solid .287 with an .888 OPS. After a good showing in 38 games last season, the 24-year-old appears to be taking a positive step forward in 2018, and he's establishing himself as a fairly reliable fantasy option.
May 7 2018Candelario (thumb) is hitting second and playing third base Monday against the Rangers.Candelario was out of Sunday's lineup due to a jammed thumb, though it appears that reports stating it was a minor injury were correct. He'll resume his normal spot in the order, looking to build off the four homers and 14 RBI he has this season.
May 6 2018Candelario, who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Royals, is nursing a jammed left thumb, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.It had been assumed that Candelario was on the bench Sunday as part of a routine maintenance day, but an injury is instead at the root of the third baseman's absence. The thumb injury is believed to be minor, so Candelario could still be available Sunday in a pinch-hitting role. His next opportunity to rejoin the lineup will come in Monday's series opener against the Rangers.
May 6 2018Candelario is out of the lineup Sunday against the Royals.Candelario will head to the bench for just the second time this season in what looks to be a planned off day for the third baseman. In Candelario's stead, utility man Niko Goodrum will slot in at the hot corner and bat sixth in Sunday's lineup.
May 5 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Friday's loss to the Royals.Candelario extended his hitting streak to six games, and he has three two-hit performances during that span. The 24-year-old is now slashing a strong .290/.362/.516 in his first full season in the majors after posting a .283/.359/.425 line in 38 games with the Tigers last year.
Apr 29 2018Candelario went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, a run scored and an RBI in Sunday's loss to the Orioles.Candelario rested on Thursday, apparently due to a sore wrist. The young third baseman is now wearing a wrist brace when he reaches base, to provide extra support when he puts his hand down during a slide. It certainly doesn't look like Candelario's wrist is slowing him down at the plate, as he's now hitting .282 with an .886 OPS.
Apr 28 2018Candelario will wear a wrist guard when he's on base to protect himself when he slides, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.Candelario rested Thursday with a sore left wrist, and the team believes his discomfort could be coming from his sliding technique, in which he puts down his left hand and wrist to brace himself. He returned to the lineup Friday and wore the brace when he reached base in the first inning. Candelario is slashing a strong .281/.355/.531 through 24 games.
Apr 26 2018Candelario is not in the lineup against the Pirates on Thursday.Candelario will spent the getaway day on the bench after going 4-for-10 with three extra-base hits, including a home run, during both games of Wednesday's doubleheader. Niko Goodrum will start at third base and bat fifth in his stead.
Apr 22 2018Candelario went 1-for-3 with a walk and two runs scored in Sunday's loss to the Royals.Candelario's hit was a double, his fifth of the season. Over the last seven games, Candelario has delivered four multi-hit performances and is hitting .277 with an .849 OPS after 20 outings this season.
Apr 19 2018Candelario went 4-for-4 with a walk, a two-run homer and an additional RBI in Thursday's win over the Orioles.Candelario continues to heat up at the dish after a slow start to the season. Over the past four games, the 24-year-old has gone 9-for-17 (.529) with three homers -- his first three of the season -- and a triple, bumping his OPS from .619 to .897.
Apr 18 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the Orioles.It's his second homer of the season, both of which have come in his last three games. Candelario had a rough start to the season, but he's now gone 8-for-24 (.33) over his last six contests with six extra-base hits (three doubles, one triple, two home runs).
Apr 14 2018Candelario went 1-for-5 with a solo home run, his first of the season, in Friday's loss to the Yankees.Candelario has mostly struggled to start the season, as his slash line sits at .200/.290/.364 after Friday's game. It's good to see him connect on his first home run, though, and the Tigers will likely keep the young third baseman in the No. 2 spot in the lineup to see what they have in a rebuilding season. As is the case with many young players, Candelario may not prove to be a consistent performer this season, but the talent is there for some strong performances on occasion.
Apr 10 2018Candelario went 3-for-3 with three doubles and an RBI in Tuesday's loss to the Indians.This was a strong rebound for Candelario after going 0-for-4 in each of his last two outings. The three doubles marked his first extra-base hits since April 1and helped raise his average over the .200 mark. Candelario is still sorting things out in his first full major league season and his past production suggests he won't be a reliable power source by corner infield standards, which makes him a deep league-only option.
Apr 7 2018Candelario went 2-for-4 with a walk in Saturday's win over the White Sox.The 24-year-old third baseman is still hitting just .226, but he does have hits in five straight games. The Tigers figure to be in a rebuilding season, so they'll likely continue to give Candelario plenty of at-bats as the No. 2 hitter to see what they have in the youngster. Hitting in front of Miguel Cabrera could pay dividends at some point for Candelario and his fantasy owners.
Apr 3 2018Candelario went 1-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to the Royals.None of the Detroit hitters were able to get much going thanks to the cold and damp weather and the strong showing from Royals pitcher Jake Junis on the mound, but Candelario's underwhelming contributions loom a little larger than most given his standing as the Tigers' No. 2 hitter. Fortunately for Candelario, the Tigers don't have many real threats on the roster to displace him from the two hole, as his weak .320 on-base percentage through five games still ranks fourth among lineup regulars.
Mar 16 2018Candelario could be the Tigers' second hitter in the lineup this season, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.Candelario impressed in a 27-game stretch with Detroit last season, hitting .330/.406/.468. He had a strong 11.3 percent walk rate and regularly ran walk rates north of 10 percent in the minors, making him a good candidate for a table-setter despite his lack of speed. Batting second would help Candelario's counting stats and increase his fantasy value.
Mar 13 2018Manager Ron Gardenhire alluded that Candelario could bat seventh regularly this season, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.Gardenhire normally admits very little about his regular season lineup during the spring, but he finally caved and admitted that the lineup he utilized Sunday against the Braves "could be" the regular lineup. In this instance, Candelario batted seventh behind James McCann but ahead of Mikie Mahtook and Dixon Machado. Candelario seems to be entrenched as the Tigers' primary third baseman, but his spot in the batting order is still a bit up in the air. Gardenhire said that he'll likely get some tips from the analytics department before settling on a lineup, but he did suggest that Leonys Martin and Miguel Cabrera would be the leadoff and three-hole hitters, respectively. Candelario impressed during a short stint in Detroit last season, batting .330 with two homers and 13 RBI in 27 games. His spring showing has been just as impressive, as he's produced a .938 OPS in 13 Grapefruit League contests. Candelario could push his way into a better run-producing spot in the order or even into the two-hole (Gardenhire suggested he likes having a switch-hitter in the second spot) as the season rolls along, but it seems like Gardenhire and the Tigers are looking at other options directly behind Miguel Cabrera before they give Candelario a shot.
Feb 28 2018Candelario (knee) will play third base and bat cleanup in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees.Candelario suffered a bruised left knee after colliding with Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman in a game Monday, but the 24-year-old presence in the lineup two days later suggests the Tigers were never too concerned about the injury. Look for Candelario to fill a full-time role at third base for the Tigers in 2018 after showing excellent plate discipline and burgeoning power during his time with the big club upon coming over from the Cubs in a trade-deadline deal last July.
Feb 26 2018Candelario suffered nothing worse than a bruised left knee after a collision in Monday's game against Baltimore, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.Candelario was removed from the game after colliding with Kevin Gausman. He stayed in the game to take his at-bat but was removed for a pinch runner after working a walk. He is considered day-to-day, so the injury should have little effect on his fantasy value.
Feb 26 2018Candelario was removed from Monday's game with an apparent leg injury, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.Candelario came up limping after colliding with Kevin Gausman (head) behind home plate during Monday's game. While he was initially able to stay in the game and take his at-bat, drawing a walk, the 24-year-old was removed in the middle of the next at-bat and replaced by a pinch runner. It's possible his removal was precautionary given how early it is in spring, but look for his status to be updated once he's further evaluated.
Sep 30 2017Candelario is out of Saturday's lineup against the Twins.He returned from a wrist injury on Friday, but heads back to the bench in the penultimate game of the season. Nick Castellanos will start at third base and hit third.
Sep 29 2017Candelario (wrist) is in the lineup for Friday's game against the Twins.Candelario did not play Thursday due to a wrist injury, but he will be back in action just one day later. He has impressed in September with a .354 batting average, and will look to stay hot Friday while hitting cleanup against Twins starter Kyle Gibson.
Sep 28 2017Candelario is out of the lineup against Kansas City on Thursday.Candelario will occupy a seat on the bench after going 2-for-5 with three RBI during Wednesday's contest. In his place, Andrew Romine will cover the hot corner, while batting seventh in the order.
Sep 28 2017Candelario is out of the lineup Thursday while he recovers from a jammed wrist, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.Candelario should be considered day-to-day for the time being, as this appears to be a relatively minor setback. Andrew Romine will draw the assignment at third in his stead.
Sep 28 2017Candelario went 2-for-5 with three RBI in Wednesday's loss to the Royals.The 23-year-old has been raking since joining the Tigers at the July 31 trade deadline, and he now has a solid .299/.379/.453 slash line. The club has shifted Nick Castellanos to right field to make room for Candelario, and the youngster should be the everyday third baseman to begin 2018.
Sep 26 2017Candelario (knee) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Royals.This was expected, but Candelario is indeed set to return after missing Sunday's game with a knee contusion. He will bat cleanup against lefty Jason Vargas; Candelario is 7-for-18 with four doubles against left-handed pitching at the big-league level so far this season.
Sep 24 2017Candelario (knee) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins.Candelario incurred a knee contusion Saturday and is being withheld from the lineup Sunday so that he can recover. The Tigers haven't elaborated on the severity of the injury, so consider him day-to-day for now. Nick Castellanos will fill in at third base with Candelario out Sunday.
Sep 24 2017Candelario (knee) is expected to return for Tuesday's series opener against the Royals, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.Candelario left Saturday's game with a knee contusion and is out of the lineup Sunday as he nurses the injury. The Tigers don't play Monday, so Candelario will have an extra day to rest before returning to action. Nick Castellanos hitting third and starting at the hot corner in place of Candelario on Sunday.
Sep 23 2017Candelario exited Saturday's game with a right knee contusion, and he's day-to-day.The 23-year-old, who's being given an extended shot to lock down a place in the Tigers' future, may have to take a breather over the next few days. Candelario holds a .294/.379/.459 line with three homers in his first 124 plate appearances for Detroit.
Sep 22 2017Candelario went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Thursday's 12-1 loss to the Twins.The 23-year-old third baseman collected a third of the team's hits and the only RBI in a forgettable game. While the Tigers have been miserable lately, Candelario has been producing, as he's now got a .294/.385/.471 slash line. He should be the opening day starter at third in 2018, and he's definitely a young player worth watching.
Sep 18 2017Candelario went 3-for-3 with two walks, a home run and four RBI in Sunday's 12-0 win over the White Sox.Candelario was locked in on Sunday, launching a three-run home run in the eighth inning and reaching base four other times, and he's now got his season line up to a strong .291/.384/.477. The 23-year-old seems to have displaced Nick Castellanos from third base, as the latter has been playing right field and DH lately. Candelario should have the inside track on third heading into 2018.
Sep 14 2017Candelario went 2-for-4 with a home run in Thursday's loss to the White Sox.The homer was the second of Candelario's career and his first since joining Detroit in the Justin Wilson trade. He may not have super exciting tools, but the 23-year-old Candelario has been hitting at a strong clip since stepping into a regular role, going 15-for-43 (.349 average) to begin September.
Sep 6 2017Candelario went 1-for-5 with a double, a run scored and two RBI in Tuesday's win over the Royals.Since getting recalled on Sept. 2, Candelario is 6-for-16 with two doubles, two runs scored and two RBI. He's also started each of the last four games at third base, as the Tigers have been using Nick Castellanos at DH and in right field. Clearly, the team wants to get a good look at Candelario heading into 2018. As one of the Tigers' best hitting prospects, Candelario could claim an everyday role if he impresses during this audition. So far, he's off to a good start.
Sep 2 2017Candelario is starting at third base and hitting sixth Saturday against the Indians.His first start with the Tigers comes against Corey Kluber, which obviously won't be an easy assignment for the 23-year-old switch hitter. It's starting to look like the Tigers are clearing the way for Candelario to serve as the primary third baseman down the stretch. Nick Castellanos is starting at DH in this one, but was also getting schooled in right field prior to the game, so it seems like a position change may be in the works. Candelario hit .265/.343/.484 with 15 home runs in 407 at-bats across stops with the Cubs' and Tigers' Triple-A affiliates.
Sep 2 2017Candelario was recalled from Triple-A Toledo on Friday.Candelario has only ever played third base or designated hitter with the Mud Hens, so if he gets starts, it will likely be at one of those two positions. He is one of the Tigers' best hitting prospects, but he is not necessarily the type of hitter who could make a big fantasy impact over a month, as he doesn't have plus power or speed. That said, if it seems like the Tigers are intent on him playing almost every day down the stretch, he could become useful in deeper formats. He hit .265/.343/.484 with 15 home runs in 407 at-bats across stops with the Cubs' and Tigers' Triple-A affiliates.
Aug 6 2017Candelario will be recalled from Triple-A Toledo prior to Monday's game in Pittsburgh, Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press reports.Jose Iglesias is headed to the bereavement list, so Candelario's call-up will serve as the corresponding move to shore up the team's 25-man roster. Candelario hasn't yet suited up for the Tigers after coming over via trade from the Cubs at the end of July, and he hasn't exactly raked in a limited sample with Triple-A Toledo (.227 with seven strikeouts in 22 at-bats), so even if he cracks the Tigers' lineup, it'd probably be wise to look elsewhere for fantasy help.
Jul 30 2017Candelario was part of the package sent to the Tigers in the Justin Wilson trade, Lynn Henning reports. The Tigers also received Isaac Paredes in the deal, with Alex Avila also going to the Cubs along with Wilson.Candelario had a brief taste of the big leagues with the Cubs earlier this year. With Triple-A Iowa he was hitting .266/.361/.507 with 12 homers. He was the Cubs' fourth-rated remaining prospect according to RotoWire's rankings prior to the trade.
Jul 1 2017Candelario (knee), who is not in Saturday's lineup, is unlikely to see much playing time for the foreseeable future with Kris Bryant (ankle) returning to action.While Candelario may still be nursing a sore knee, the big news is that Bryant is back manning the hot corner, relegating Candelario to a bench role going forward. He may be optioned to Triple-A in the near future so that he can continue to get regular at-bats.
Jun 30 2017Candelario (knee) is not in the lineup Friday against the Reds.Candelario exited Thursday's contest after he was hit by a pitch in the ninth inning. Subsequent X-Rays on his knee came back negative, but it appears the Cubs will give him a day to recover anyways. With Kris Bryant (ankle) also getting the day off, Javy Baez will take over at the hot corner for just the fourth time this season.
Jun 29 2017Candelario was sent in for X-rays on his left knee after Thursday's win over the Nationals, Mark Gonzalez of the Chicago Tribune reports.He was able to finish out the half inning after being hit on the knee by a pitch, but manager Joe Maddon took him out of the game when the Cubs took the field in the ninth inning. The results have yet to be released, so Candelario owners will have to take a wait-and-see approach with him heading into Friday. With Kris Bryant nursing an ankle injury, the Cubs are suddenly thin at third base. Tommy La Stella would be the likely fill-in candidate at the hot corner if both Candelario and Bryant are unavailable for Friday's series opener against the Reds.
Jun 29 2017X-rays came back negative on Candelario's left knee Thursday, Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago reports.Candelario looked to be in considerable pain as he left Thursday's game after being hit by a pitch on his left knee. Fortunately, the X-rays revealed a bruise in the area instead of any more serious damage. Still, it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to play Friday with a quick turnaround. If Kris Bryant (ankle) is also unavailable, Tommy La Stella would be the likely candidate to start at third base against the Reds.
Jun 26 2017Candelario was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Monday. He is starting at third base and batting sixth against the Nationals.With Addison Russell dealing with a shoulder injury, Candelario was added to the Cubs' roster ahead of Monday's series opener with the Nationals to offer some extra infield depth. The 23-year-old was slashing .274/.366/.520 with Iowa before being promoted to the big leagues. He could be headed back to Iowa once Russell is healthy enough to return.
May 11 2017Candelario could get sent to Triple-A so he can play every day, Jesse Rogers of MLB.com reports.Candelario was called up as the 26th man for Tuesday's doubleheader with the Rockies, and he was not sent down immediately after the game. However, Cubs manager Joe Maddon said "it would be difficult to want to keep him" at the MLB level as a part-time player. That means Candelario could return to Triple-A Iowa in the near future, though he's a candidate to return if the team deals with any injuries.