Manuel Margot
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MLB Player Data
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May 7 2025The Tigers reinstated Margot (knee) from the injured list Wednesday and outrighted him to Triple-A Toledo. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has been out since mid-April due to a strained patellar tendon in his left knee. He began a rehab assignment in Triple-A on April 29, and has gone 4-for-16 with an RBI and a run scored in five games. Now fully healthy, he'll remain in the Tigers' farm system but lose his spot on the 40-man roster.
Apr 18 2025Margot (knee) participated in sprint drills Friday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was diagnosed with a patellar tendon strain in his left knee last week, which caused him to be placed on the 10-day injured list April 8. He appears to be making progress in his recovery, but he may need a rehab assignment before being activated from the IL. Prior to his injury, Margot went 6-for-20 with one run scored and three RBI.
Apr 11 2025Margot was diagnosed with a patellar tendon strain in his left knee Friday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot injured his knee in Monday's win over the Yankees and was placed on the injured list Tuesday. It's still unclear if he will end up spending more than the 10-day minimum on the IL, though a return timeline should emerge as he progresses further in his rehab program.
Apr 8 2025The Tigers placed Margot on the 10-day injured list Tuesday due to left knee inflammation. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot sustained the knee injury in Monday's 6-2 win over the Yankees and was diagnosed with inflammation after undergoing further evaluation. The 30-year-old had been limited to a short-side platoon role this season, but his move to the IL represents another blow to the Tigers' outfield depth. Brewer Hicklen was called up from Triple-A Toledo to replace Margot on the active roster.
Mar 28 2025Margot went 2-for-3 with an RBI in Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Less than a week after signing with Detroit, Margot started in right field and batted fifth on Opening Day. Southpaw Blake Snell was on the bump for Los Angeles, which led to Kerry Carpenter riding the pine. Against righties, the Tigers figure to deploy Carpenter and likely sit Margot, depending on who fills the DH spot. The team is also waiting on Matt Vierling (shoulder), Parker Meadows (arm) and Wenceel Perez (back) to return to the outfield. For now, the veteran Margot has some short-term fantasy value in deeper formats, although he's only been a middling offensive contributor in recent seasons.
Mar 24 2025Tigers president of baseball operation Scott Harris indicated Monday that he views Margot as more of a corner outfielder, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers' outfield, and particularly center field, has been hit hard by injuries, with Matt Vierling (shoulder), Parker Meadows (arm) and Wenceel Perez (back) going down. While Margot is capable of handling center field, it would appear he's more likely to see action in right field for the Tigers.
Mar 23 2025The Tigers have signed Margot to a contract, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, the contract is a major-league deal. Margot was released by Milwaukee on Saturday but will now have the chance to work in a reserve role in the American League. The move gives Detroit a reinforcement in the outfield, with Parker Meadows (arm) and Matt Vierling (shoulder) both set to begin the season on the injured list.
Mar 22 2025Margot was released by the Brewers on Saturday, Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was competing for a reserve role in the Brewers' outfield. He had only a .689 OPS across 32 at-bats in Cactus League action and will look to latch on to another opportunity around the league.
Feb 21 2025The Brewers signed Margot to a minor-league contract Friday that includes an invitation to spring training, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot slashed only .238/.289/.337 with four home runs and five stolen bases over 129 contests during his lone season with the Twins in 2024. The 30-year-old's defensive metrics have slipped in recent years, but he is a career .279/.338/.415 hitter versus left-handed pitching. Margot will compete for a reserve outfielder job.
Oct 31 2024The Twins have declined their side of Margot's $12 million mutual option for 2025, Darren Wolfson of Channel 5 Saint Paul reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll receive a $2 million buyout instead and hit the free-agent market. Margot, 30, slashed only .238/.289/.337 with four home runs and five stolen bases over 129 contests during his lone season in Minnesota.
Sep 11 2024The Twins activated Margot (adductor) from the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot spent the minimum 10 days on the shelf while recovering from a mild right adductor strain. He did not play any rehab games, evidently showing enough in workouts to convince the Twins he was ready to rejoin the active roster. Margot is likely to fill a short-side platoon role in the outfield now that he's healthy again.
Sep 2 2024Margot has been diagnosed with a mild right adductor strain, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's probably a best-case scenario, but a timetable for Margot's return won't be available at least until he's re-evaluated later this week. Margot was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday and is eligible for activation Sept. 11.
Sep 1 2024The Twins placed Margot on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right groin strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot underwent an MRI after suffering the groin injury in Saturday's 15-0 loss to the Blue Jays, but since the results of those tests haven't been made public, an exact timeline for the outfielder's return isn't known. The 29-year-old has cobbled together a mediocre .250/.302/.350 slash line with four home runs and five steals over 306 plate appearances while mostly serving as a short-side platoon player this season, so his upcoming absence shouldn't have many ramifications in fantasy baseball.
Aug 31 2024Margot left Saturday's loss to Toronto in the fifth inning due to a sore right groin and will have an MRI on Sunday, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It sounds like Margot could be headed for the injured list as a result. The Twins will likely call up an outfielder when rosters expand Sunday.
Aug 26 2024Margot will start in left field and bat leadoff in Monday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has found a home atop the lineup when the Twins face left-handed pitchers like Atlanta's Max Fried, but the outfielder's playing time remains more sporadic against right-handers. The 29-year-old hasn't done much to make a case for earning more work versus righties; he's slashing .210/.262/.290 over 150 plate appearances against them thus far in 2024.
Jul 31 2024Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot had been in the lineup for each of the last four games, but three of those starts came against left-handed pitchers. He still appears to be stuck in the weak side of a platoon in the outfield with either Trevor Larnach or Max Kepler, both of whom are left-handed hitters.
Jul 28 2024Margot went 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot earned the starting nod for the second-consecutive game and just the third time since the All-Star break, recording three hits for the third time this season. Margot has mostly found himself on the short side of a platoon recently but was inserted into the lineup to give Byron Buxton a breather and took advantage with his first three-hit game in over a month. He's now accumulated seven hits in his last 21 at-bats (.333).
Jul 21 2024Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot had picked up starts in four of the Twins' final five games before the All-Star break, but he finds himself on the bench for a second straight contest to begin the second half. Even with injuries beginning to pile up for the Twins with all of Carlos Correa (heel), Jose Miranda (back), Kyle Farmer (shoulder) and Royce Lewis (adductor) landing on the injured list within the past three weeks, Margot is still likely to see the majority of his playing time against left-handed pitching.
Jun 22 2024Margot went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and two additional runs in Saturday's 10-2 rout of the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot played a key part in Minnesota's seven-run second inning by belting a three-run blast off Oakland starter JP Sears. He added two additional base knocks to finish with his second three-hit game of the season. Margot had been struggling coming into Saturday, going 2-for-20 with no extra-base hits or RBI over his previous seven games.
May 30 2024Margot batted in the leadoff spot and went 1-for-4 with a walk in Thursday's win over Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a slow start to the season (.468 OPS through May 17), Margot is finally showing some signs of progress at the plate. He's hitting (8-for-20) since May 18 with two walks. He could get more at-bats as a righty platoon bat in left field as a result.
May 16 2024Margot started in center field and went 0-for-3 in Thursday's loss to the Yankees. He's hitting just .169 with a .460 OPS this season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins traded for Margot in the offseason thinking he'd be insurance in center field if Bryon Buxton was injured and could find a right-handed platoon role. However, he's struggled to provide any offense and made just his second start this month in center field despite Buxton missing the last two weeks with a knee injury. Margot may continue to languish on the bench until he gets going at the plate.
Apr 8 2024Margot went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI and one run scored in Monday's loss against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was a surprise lead-off hitter against a lefty starter, but began the game with a hit and later hit a home run. His spark at the top of the order could earn him more playing time in the short term with the rest of the Minnesota offense struggling.
Mar 30 2024Margot is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot got the start at designated hitter in the season opener Thursday, going 1-for-2 while scoring a run. With the Royals starting right-hander Seth Lugo on Saturday, Margot will head back to the bench.
Mar 28 2024Margot (hand) is will start at designated hitter and bat ninth in Thursday's season opener versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Twins acquired Margot to play against left-handed pitching, so it's no surprise he's in the starting nine against southpaw Cole Ragans. It's more surprising that Margot is serving as a DH and not playing the outfield, but that may just be a matter of caution after he exited Tuesday's exhibition game after being hit on the hand by a pitch.
Mar 26 2024Margot has been diagnosed with a left hand contusion and is expected to be fine for Opening Day, Bobby Nightengale of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot had to leave Tuesday's exhibition finale versus Atlanta when he was hit by a pitch, but he's managed to avoid a serious injury. The 29-year-old is expected to be an active fourth outfielder for the Twins this season.
Feb 26 2024The Twins acquired Margot, infielder Rayne Doncon and cash from the Dodgers on Monday in exchange for Noah Miller, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second time Margot has been traded this winter, as he went from the Rays to the Dodgers in December as part of the Tyler Glasnow deal. The 29-year-old Margot offers protection in center field for Byron Buxton and should draw a decent number of starts especially against left-handed pitching.
Dec 14 2023Margot was traded from Tampa Bay to the Dodgers along with Tyler Glasnow in exchange for Ryan Pepiot and Jonny DeLuca on Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has settled into being a slightly below league-average hitter, though he more than makes up for that with his defense. That will likely be enough for him to remain a regular in the Dodgers' outfield, though he could split time in a corner spot with the likes of Chris Taylor and Jason Heyward. Margot is under contract for 2024 with a mutual option in 2025.
Oct 2 2023Margot went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Sunday's win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's home run came in the fourth inning off Wes Parsons. It was his first home run in 43 games since June 15. The 28-year-old finished with at least a hit in nine of his last 10 games and finishes the regular season slashing .264/.310/.376 with four homers, 38 RBI, 39 runs, nine steals and an 18:55 BB:K in 336 plate appearances. He'll hold down a depth role in the outfield for the Rays' upcoming playoff run.
Sep 27 2023Margot went 4-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored in Tuesday's victory over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a relatively quiet season, Margot's been hot down the stretch, going 11-for-22 (.500) with just two strikeouts in his last six games. Still, the 28-year-old outfielder hasn't offered much in the way of fantasy production -- his last homer came June 15 while he's stolen only a pair of bases in that 40-game span. Overall, Margot's slashing .264/.310/.369 with three homers, nine steals, 38 runs scored and 36 RBI across 319 plate appearances this season. He should continue to see regular playing time in the Rays' outfield to close out the year with Randy Arozarena (quadriceps) day-to-day and both Luke Raley (neck) and Jose Siri (hand) on the IL.
Sep 21 2023Margot went 2-for-4 with one double, two RBI and one steal in Thursday's 5-4 victory over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot faced Angels closer Carlos Estevez with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth and brought home Yandy Diaz with a bloop single to right. The Rays center fielder also managed to swipe his ninth base and crack his 20th double earlier in the game. Margot has produced a .256/.305/.367 slash line over 91 games.
Sep 14 2023Margot (elbow) was activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Thursday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is back in the mix for the Rays leading into their big four-game series at Baltimore exactly one month after undergoing surgery to remove loose bodies from his right elbow. He went 5-for-6 with five RBI in two rehab games with Triple-A Durham but returns to a rough .249/.300/.354 season slash line in 280 major-league plate appearances.
Sep 9 2023Margot (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, Ryan Bass of Bally Sports Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has been out since undergoing a procedure to remove loose bodies in his right elbow in mid-August. He's been going through pre-game workouts recently and hit in the batting cage Saturday, and he's nearly ready for game action. He's expected to play Tuesday and then rest Wednesday, at which point the Rays will decide his next steps.
Aug 16 2023Margot underwent surgery Wednesday to remove loose bodies from his right elbow, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The procedure went as planned, per Rays manager Kevin Cash, and the expectation remains that Margot could be ready to return to action in 3-to-4 weeks. He's posted a .249/.300/.354 batting line with three homers and eight steals through 85 games (280 plate appearances) this season.
Aug 15 2023Margot was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday due to loose bodies in his right elbow and will undergo surgery Wednesday to remove them, Tricia Whitaker of Bally Sports Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unclear when the injury first surfaced for Margot, but it likely explains his recent downtick in playing time, as he started just twice in Tampa Bay's previous eight contests. The procedure carries an expected recovery timeline of 3-to-4 weeks, so the veteran outfielder could return sometime in early-to-mid September. The left-handed bats of Josh Lowe and Luke Raley could see more run against southpaws while Margot is sidelined.
Aug 9 2023Margot remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has an active six-game hitting streak, but he finds himself on the bench for a third straight contest while the Rays face off against another right-handed starting pitcher (Dakota Hudson). So long as all of Randy Arozarena, Jose Siri, Luke Raley and Josh Lowe are healthy, Margot looks like he'll remain the Rays' No. 4 outfielder and continue to see most of his starts against left-handed pitching.
Jul 9 2023Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against Atlanta, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot had started in three of the Rays' last four games, but he went 0-for-12 during that stretch and is now slashing a lowly .248/.300/.358 over 233 plate appearances on the season. He appears to be no better than fourth on the depth chart in the outfield, with all of Randy Arozarena, Josh Lowe and Jose Siri slotting ahead of him in the pecking order for playing time.
Jun 15 2023Margot went 3-for-4 with three doubles, one RBI and three runs scored in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has recorded multiple hits in each of his last three starts and notched multiple extra-base knocks for the first time this season Wednesday. He also scored all three times he reached base. The veteran has been a steady part of Tampa Bay's lineup all season, and he's picked things up offensively of late, slashing .317/.369/.450 with 10 RBI over his past 19 games (60 plate appearances).
Jun 11 2023Margot went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk and a run scored Sunday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started for the seventh time in the last nine games, though he hasn't been particularly effective in that stretch by hitting only .240 while striking out at a 29.6 percent clip. Sunday's effort also marked his first multi-hit effort in his last 10 starts and his seventh of the season. Margot is likely to see playing time moving forward thanks to his strong defense in the corner outfield positions, but he has maintained only a .296 wOBA across 174 plate appearances for the campaign.
Jun 1 2023Margot went 1-for-2 with two walks, a run scored and a steal in Wednesday's 4-3 victory over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is now 7-for-9 in stolen-base attempts this season, matching his total in 89 games last year. He's also been swinging the bat better recently, batting .296 (8-for-27) with a .737 OPS over his last eight contests. The 28-year-old Margot has slid into a short-side platoon role with the emergence of Josh Lowe, Jose Siri and Luke Raley in a crowded Tampa Bay outfield. Margot is slashing .248/.327/.341 with two homers, 17 runs scored and 15 RBI through 147 plate appearances.
May 28 2023Margot went 1-for-4 with two RBI on Saturday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot delivered a two-RBI single in the fourth inning, his sixth hit across 21 at-bats during the team's current homestand. He's also delivered five RBI and two runs scored in that six-game stretch. With all of the Rays' outfielders healthy, Margot has been limited to a rotational role against right-handed pitching with a more consistent opportunity against lefties.
May 14 2023Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees, Ryan Bass of Bally Sports Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has a .777 OPS in May and will head to the bench for the third time in Tampa Bay's past five games. Josh Lowe appears to have taken over as the primary right fielder, with his start Sunday being his seventh in the Rays' last 10 contests.
May 10 2023Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is on the bench for the second time in the series and for the third time in the past six games. Meanwhile, Jose Siri, Josh Lowe and Luke Raley have both sat out twice during that six-game stretch, and Randy Arozarena will join Margot on the bench Wednesday. Expect manager Kevin Cash to continue to mix and match with his outfield options on a game-by-game basis, with Arozarena's playing time likely to be the most stable among the quintet.
May 8 2023Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot finds himself as the odd man out in the Rays' crowded outfield mix Monday, as Josh Lowe gets the nod in right field while Jose Siri and Randy Arozarena cover center and left field, respectively. The Rays seem determined to open up playing time for all four of those outfielders as well as Harold Ramirez and Luke Raley, so Margot's fantasy managers should be prepared for him to sit around twice per week while Tampa Bay is at full strength.
May 5 2023Margot is absent from the Rays' lineup for Friday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be Josh Lowe in right field for the first game of the weekend series. Margot has a .658 OPS on the season and hasn't homered since April 8.
May 3 2023Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will head to the bench along with Randy Arozarena while Josh Lowe joins Luke Raley and Jose Siri in the Tampa Bay outfield. Only Arozarena appears to be assured a near-everyday role among the five players, but Margot has helped his case for seeing consistent playing time by going 8-for-16 with three stolen bases over his last six contests.
May 1 2023Margot went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run in Sunday's 12-9 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot singled in the fourth and reached in the eighth after being hit by a pitch and grabbed his fourth stolen base of the year before scoring in the inning. He's now tallied seven hits over his last five games but is still losing out on playing time to Jose Siri as well as Luke Raley, who has only been in the lineup against righties. For the year, the 28-year-old is slashing .240/.289/.360 with two homers, eight RBI, nine runs, four steals and a 4:12 BB:K over 83 plate appearances.
Apr 29 2023Margot went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI on Friday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has had his playing time cut into with the return of Jose Siri, as he's started only two of four games since. He had a strong performance Friday, tallying an RBI single in the fourth frame while recording multiple hits in consecutive starts. Overall, he's hitting .235/.280/.368 across 75 plate appearances.
Apr 4 2023Margot is absent from the Rays' lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is off to a 1-for-8 start in his first three games this season. Luke Raley will handle right field, with Josh Lowe occupying the designated hitter spot.
Apr 1 2023Margot will sit Saturday against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot went hitless in three at-bats in the season opener. Josh Lowe will take over in right field Saturday.
Mar 16 2023Margot is confident and fully healthy entering the 2023 season, Kristie Ackert of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot appeared to be in the midst of a breakout 2022 season as he had a 132 wRC+ and .346 wOBA through his first 200 plate appearances. However, he crashed into the Tropicana Field wall in mid-June and suffered a significant knee injury that sidelined him for roughly two months. Upon his return, he struggled to find the same groove at the plate. Now back to full health, Margot has maintained a .292 average with four extra-base hits across 24 at-bats this spring.
Oct 4 2022Margot will sit Tuesday against Boston, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot owns a .614 OPS across 37 games since his return from a two-month absence due to a knee injury, down significantly from the .788 OPS he recorded in 51 games before getting hurt. Vidal Brujan will take over in right field Tuesday.
Oct 1 2022Margot isn't starting Saturday against the Astros, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will rest after he went 1-for-17 with a double, a stolen base, two walks and five strikeouts over the last four games. Randy Arozarena is taking over in right field and batting second.
Sep 30 2022Margot went 0-for-3 with one steal in Thursday's 2-1 loss against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has been slumping during his last 11 games, recording a .159 average and .182 slugging percentage over 44 at-bats. In addition, the outfielder has racked up 13 strikeouts during that span.
Sep 23 2022Margot went 2-for-5 with an RBI and two runs scored Thursday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot did the majority of his damage in the second inning, driving in a run on an infield single while also coming around to score. He now has seven multi-hit performances across 20 starts in September, and he's also chipped in 10 RBI while scoring seven runs. Overall, he's hitting .292/.342/.393 across 319 plate appearances on the season.
Sep 19 2022Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Astros, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be on the bench for the series opener while Harold Ramirez -- who has typically been working at first base lately -- picks up a start in right field in place of Margot. While starting each of the past five games, Margot went 5-for-21 with two doubles and four RBI.
Sep 15 2022Margot went 1-for-5 with a double and three RBI on Thursday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot cleared the bases with a double in the ninth inning to bring the Rays' advantage to 11 runs. He had an excellent series against Toronto, collecting seven hits -- including three doubles -- across 17 at-bats with five RBI. For the season, Margot owns a .299/.348/.410 line across 293 plate appearances.
Sep 13 2022Margot is not in the lineup for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against Toronto, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot went 2-for-4 with an RBI during Tuesday's Game 1 victory over the Jays. While he sits out of the nightcap, Randy Arozarena will play right field, Harold Ramirez will serve as the Rays' designated hitter and Ji-Man Choi will pick up a start at first base and bat eighth in the order.
Sep 11 2022Margot is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees, according to Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started the Rays' last 12 games, so manager Kevin Cash decided to give him a breather Sunday. Randy Arozarena will cover right field with Margot opening the game on the bench.
Sep 5 2022Margot went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI and two runs scored Monday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot snapped a two-game hitless streak and delivered the majority of his production in the seventh inning on an RBI double before also coming around to score. Across his last 12 starts, Margot has 10 runs scored and 10 RBI while maintaining a .312 batting average. For the season, he has a very strong .298/.354/.412 line across 260 plate appearances.
Sep 3 2022Margot went 3-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored Friday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot provided insurance runs with a two-run single in the eighth inning. He now has a five-game hitting streak, during which he's collected seven hits in 22 at-bats while driving in five and scoring three runs. For the season Margot has maintained a .305/.363/.420 across 248 plate appearances.
Aug 29 2022Margot went 1-for-4 with a walk, two runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base Sunday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot continues to perform well since being activated from the injured list Aug. 20, as he's hit .300 with five RBI and seven runs scored across 30 at-bats. Though he's gotten a couple days off, he is a key to the Rays' lineup and has hit predominantly second or third in his last seven starts. For the season, Margot owns a .302/.361/.425 line across 233 plate appearances.
Aug 26 2022Margot will sit Friday against the Red Sox, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot grabbed four hits Thursday against the Angels, but he'll hit the bench nonetheless, with the Rays likely not wanting him to start four straight games less than a week after his return from the 60-day injured list. Jose Siri will start in center field.
Aug 23 2022Margot went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, three runs and a walk Tuesday versus the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot ripped an RBI single off Jose Suarez in the third inning before walking and scoring in the bottom of the seventh. He later notched an RBI double and came around to score again in the eighth frame. Margot has now gone 3-for-12 over his first three games since returning from the 60-day injured list Saturday.
Aug 22 2022Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Angels, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After coming off the 10-day injured list Saturday, Margot made starts in right field and designated hitter to close out the weekend series with the Royals, going 1-for-8 at the dish between the Rays' two victories. The Rays may be inclined to give him a lighter workload initially coming off the right knee sprain, but Margot should be a near-everyday player in the outfield moving forward.
Aug 20 2022Margot went 1-for-4 in Saturday's 5-2 victory over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was struggling prior to his absence with a .637 OPS in 41 at-bats over 11 games from June 9 through June 20 leading up to his knee sprain. The outfielder is drastically better on the road with a .344 average and .942 OPS in 90 at-bats compared to a .260 average and .632 OPS in 96 at-bats at home. Furthermore, the 27-year-old is more productive against left-handed pitching with a .462 OBP in 45 at-bats compared to a .329 OBP in 141 at-bats against righties.
Aug 19 2022Margot (knee) is expected to be activated Saturday against the Royals, Ryan Bass of Bally Sports Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot, who joined the team Friday, was one of the Rays' best position players through the first 10 weeks of the season, as he hit .302/.365/.423 with three home runs and five steals in 51 games before suffering a serious right knee sprain. He had six hits, four walks and three strikeouts in seven rehab games. Once activated, there should be regular playing time available for Margot.
Aug 12 2022Margot (knee) will have his rehab assignment transferred to Triple-A Durham on Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot began a rehab assignment with the Rays' rookie-level Florida Complex League affiliate this week, and he went 1-for-7 with a run and a strikeout over two games. He isn't eligible to be reinstated from the injured list until Aug. 20, but his move to the Triple-A level should be the final step in his rehab process.
Aug 9 2022Margot (knee) will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday in the rookie-level Florida Complex League, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll serve as the designated hitter for the Rays' FCL club in his first game action since June 20. The 27-year-old should gradually move his rehab assignment to higher-level affiliates while also picking up more starts in the outfield, but he won't be eligible to come off the 60-day injured list until Aug. 20. Once activated, Margot could settle into a near-everyday role in a Rays outfield that has become more decimated since he suffered a right knee sprain, as Kevin Kiermaier (hip) is out for the season and Harold Ramirez (thumb) is without a clear timeline for a return. Before being deactivated in late June, Margot was hitting .302 with three home runs, five stolen bases, 27 RBI and 21 runs in 51 games.
Jul 27 2022Margot (knee) has resumed running, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has been on the 60-day injured list since mid-June due to a right knee sprain, but it's encouraging that he's resumed some activity. While manager Kevin Cash stressed that it's early in the recovery process, he hopes Margot will be able to return to the field when first eligible Aug. 20. The 27-year-old will have several steps to clear in his recovery over the next few weeks, but he's trending in the right direction so far.
Jun 24 2022Manager Kevin Cash said Friday that the Rays are "trending toward being optimistic" that Margot (knee) won't require surgery, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was carted off the field Monday against the Yankees after crashing into the outfield wall and has been undergoing further testing in recent days. He's dealing with an issue in his patellar tendon rather than his ACL, which has helped to contribute to the Rays' optimism regarding his status. Regardless of whether the 27-year-old requires surgery, he'll be forced to miss at least two months after he was transferred to the 60-day injured list Thursday.
Jun 23 2022Tampa Bay transferred Margot (knee) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Thursday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction confirms what was already feared when Margot was carted off the field in Monday's loss to the Yankees: that the 27-year-old outfielder will be headed for an extended absence. The Rays are still classifying Margot's injury as a right knee sprain, with the tear presumably being of the second- or third-degree variety since he's now set to miss at least two months. While Margot is on the shelf, rookie Josh Lowe should have a clearer runway to a near-everyday role in the Tampa Bay outfield.
Jun 21 2022Margot (knee) was placed on the injured list Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move is an expected one, as Margot left on a cart Monday against the Yankees after crashing into the outfield wall and is expected to miss significant time. While his expected return date won't become clear until after the results of his MRI are known, the Rays already know he'll miss much more than 10 days. Josh Lowe and Brett Phillips should see expanded roles while Margot remains out.
Jun 20 2022Margot is expected to miss significant time as a result of a right knee sprain suffered while crashing into the outfield wall during Monday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rays have yet to reveal a timetable for the outfielder's return, however, manager Kevin Cash stated after the contest that Margot's injury "doesn't look good," per Topkin. With Margot likely out for the foreseeable future along with Kevin Kiermaier (hip), look for Josh Lowe and Brett Phillips to see more playing time in the outfield.
Jun 17 2022Margot isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will get a breather after slashing .333/.385/.472 with five doubles, seven runs, an RBI, three walks and seven strikeouts over the last nine games. Randy Arozarena, Brett Phillips and Harold Ramirez are starting in the outfield from left to right.
Jun 16 2022Margot went 2-for-3 with two doubles, a walk, an RBI and a run scored Wednesday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot doubled in consecutive at-bats, and he drove in a run in the sixth inning prior to scoring a run two frames later. He is riding a modest five-game hitting streak, during which he has three doubles, one RBI and four runs scored. Overall Margot has maintained a .317/.381/.445 line across 181 plate appearances on the season.
Jun 9 2022Margot went 4-for-5 with a double, a walk and two runs scored Wednesday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot hit atop the order for the second time this season with a lefty on the mound and the fourth time overall. He played the role perfectly by reaching base five times, while tallying his third multi-hit effort across 13 starts since returning from the injured list. Though he's fallen off since a hot stretch to begin May, Margot is still hitting .319 while also collecting 23 RBI, 16 runs scored and five stolen bases across 156 plate appearances on the season.
Jun 3 2022Margot (leg) is starting Friday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was initially slated to take a seat Friday after dealing with a leg issue during Friday's win over the Rangers, but he'll ultimately start in right field and bat third. Brett Phillips will come off the bench.
May 30 2022Margot isn't in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started in the last five games and went 5-for-17 with two doubles, two RBI and three strikeouts during that time. Vidal Brujan will take over in right field while Isaac Paredes enters the lineup at third base.
May 26 2022Margot went 1-for-3 Wednesday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was in the lineup for the first time since May 15 after being sidelined by a hamstring injury. His box score was unremarkable, though he did manage an infield hit. Margot had been on fire prior to his stint on the injured list, and he has collected a hit in each of his last 12 games. In that span, he's smacked three home runs while recording 14 RBI and eight runs scored.
May 25 2022Margot (hamstring) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was on the injured list since May 15 due to a right hamstring strain, but he'll be activated after spending the minimum of 10 days on the shelf. The 27-year-old has gotten off to a strong start this season, as he's slashed .348/.412/.500 with three homers, a triple, three doubles, 21 RBI, 10 runs and five stolen bases.
May 20 2022Margot (hamstring) hopes to be activated from the 10-day injured list when first eligible Wednesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old landed on the shelf with a strained right hamstring May 15, but he may end up being sidelined for only the 10-day minimum. Margot has enjoyed a strong start to the season with a .348/.412/.500 slash line, three home runs, 21 RBI, 10 runs and five stolen bases.
May 15 2022Margot was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain Sunday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This couldn't have come at a worse time for Margot, who is in the midst of a potential career year. He is hitting .348 with a .348 xBA, three home runs, five steals and career-best marks in BB% (8.8) and K% (12.7). The Rays called up reliever Ralph Garza in a corresponding move, so Harold Ramirez and Vidal Brujan should see an uptick in playing time in the short term.
May 13 2022Margot (hamstring) is starting Friday against Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot missed two straight games with right hamstring discomfort but will serve as the designated hitter and bat third during Friday's matchup. The 27-year-old has an active nine-game hit streak going during which he's batting .484 (15-for-31) with three homers, a triple, two doubles, 13 RBI, eight runs and four stolen bases.
May 11 2022Margot (hamstring), who isn't starting Wednesday against the Angels, is expected to return to the lineup Friday against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Kevin Cash said Margot is feeling better Wednesday and likely could have started against the Angels, but he'll instead be held out for a second consecutive game due to right hamstring discomfort. It's possible Margot will be available off the bench if necessary, and he'll likely be back in the starting nine for Friday's series opener at home against the Blue Jays.
May 10 2022Margot will sit out Tuesday against the Angels due to right hamstring discomfort, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot exited Monday's 11-3 loss in the series opener after picking up the injury on an awkward slide into second base. Vidal Brujan was recalled Tuesday and will take his place in right field, though Margot remains on the roster, suggesting that he's still considered day-to-day.
May 9 2022Margot left Monday's game against the Angels after sliding awkwardly into second base, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot appeared to stumble as he slid headfirst into second base, and while he did successfully steal the bag, he would have to leave the game after a conversation with the team trainer. He'll be considered day-to-day until the nature of the injury is disclosed.
May 8 2022Margot went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a stolen base and a walk in a 2-1 loss Sunday in Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot reached base in his final three plate appearances, singling and stealing second in the fifth, knocking a solo blast off Erik Swanson in the eighth and being intentionally walked in the 10th. The outfielder has hit safely in all eight games in May, producing a .464/.500/.929 with three home runs in that span. With a .325/.391/.494 batting line, he's putting up career-best numbers over the first part of the season.
May 6 2022Margot hit a pinch-hit, three-run homer in Friday's 8-7 victory over Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot stepped in for Harold Ramirez in the ninth inning and hammered a go-ahead home run off of Pat Sewald. It was his first long ball since Sep. 4 of last season and he's now up to 15 RBI while hitting .312 through 77 at-bats.
May 4 2022Margot went 2-for-4 with two RBI on Wednesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot delivered the first runs of the game for the Rays on a two-RBI single in the eighth inning. He extended his hitting streak to four games with the effort, three of which have been multi-hit performances. Margot also has at least one RBI in each of those contests, and he is hitting .306/.367/.375 across 79 plate appearances on the season.
May 3 2022Margot went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a run and an RBI in Monday's 6-1 victory against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot scored in the fourth inning after leading off the frame with a double, and he knocked in a run with another two-bagger in the fifth. This was his second three-hit effort of the campaign and his first game this season with multiple extra-base hits. Margot has yet to go deep through 70 plate appearances, but he is slashing a solid .286/.357/.333 with nine RBI, four runs and a stolen base.
Apr 23 2022Margot will sit Saturday against the Red Sox, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started eight of the Rays' first 10 games but has now been on the bench for three of the last five. Brett Phillips starts in right field Saturday.
Apr 20 2022Margot isn't starting Wednesday against the Cubs, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Diaz went 0-for-4 with an RBI and two strikeouts Tuesday, and he'll be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games. Brett Phillips will start in right field and bat ninth.
Apr 18 2022Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has a hit in all but one appearance this season and is 11-for-30 overall, and he'll take a seat Monday with Kyle Hendricks on the mound for the Cubs. Brett Phillips will start in right field and bat ninth in his place.
Apr 17 2022Margot went 3-for-4 with a double, walk, run scored and an RBI in a 9-3 win Sunday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot drove in a run with a single in the first inning and reached in his final three appearances, including knocking his first double of 2021. The outfielder has hit safely in all but one game this season and has three multi-hit games in his first eight appearances. He's reached double-digit home runs and stolen bases in three of the last four 162-game seasons and should begin to pick up extra-base hits more frequently.
Apr 16 2022Margot went 2-for-4 with a stolen base Friday against Chicago. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot tallied a pair of singles to record his first multi-hit effort since the opening game of the campaign. After his knock in the seventh inning, Margot stole second base -- his first of the season. He has collected seven hits across his first 24 plate appearances, also driving in three and scoring a run.
Apr 11 2022Margot will sit Monday against Oakland, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rays have a deep outfield and can give all their regulars frequent days off. Margot finds himself sitting for the second time in the season's first four games, with Brett Phillips again stepping in as the right fielder.
Apr 9 2022Margot isn't starting Saturday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot went 2-for-2 in Friday's win over Baltimore while starting in right field. However, Brett Phillips will start in right and bat ninth against righty Jordan Lyles on Saturday.
Apr 5 2022Margot and the Rays agreed Tuesday on a two-year, $19 million contract extension, Hector Gomez of Z101Digital.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Earlier this spring, Margot inked a one-year, $5.6 million deal with the Rays to avoid arbitration, so the extension will keep him on the books through the 2024 campaign. Margot was set to reach free agency next winter, but he may have preferred to get some financial security now in the event an injury or poor production in 2022 limited his value on the open market. Over his first two seasons in Tampa Bay, Margot has slashed .258/.317/.375 across 673 plate appearances, with much of his fantasy value coming in his 25 steals on 37 attempts. As a right-handed hitter for the platoon-happy Rays, Margot might not be locked into an everyday role this season, but he should play frequently enough to have value in AL-only leagues and deeper mixed leagues.
Mar 22 2022Margot and the Rays avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $5.6 million contract Tuesday, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will get a raise of over $2 million heading into his final year of team control. While they 27-year-old has yet to post a league average batting line, he's a strong defender and has been close enough to average at the plate over the last two seasons, setting a career high with a 94 wRC+ in 2020 and breaking that with a mark of 95 last season.
Oct 3 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will close the regular season on the bench after he started each of the past four games while going 3-for-15 with a double, a walk and two runs. During the Rays' upcoming postseason run, he'll likely have a regular spot in the lineup against left-handed starting pitchers, but Margot's opportunities against right-handed pitching may be more sporadic.
Sep 21 2021Margot went 1-for-2 with an RBI single and two walks in a win over the Blue Jays on Monday. He was also caught stealing on his only attempt. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hot-hitting outfielder continued to enjoy September success with some small ball Monday. Margot has now hit safely in five straight starts, giving his batting average and on-base percentage quick nine- and 14-point boosts to .261 and .318, respectively.
Sep 20 2021Margot, who went 3-for-3 with a double, a walk and two runs in his most recent start Saturday against the Tigers, is hitting .300 (15-for-50) with three doubles, a home run, three RBI, five walks, two steals and seven runs across 15 September games overall. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has a nifty four-start hitting streak going as well, with Saturday's multi-hit effort his first since Sept. 1. The veteran outfielder has been able to push his season slash line to .260/.314/.394 with the recent surge, and he's already amassed a career-best 56 RBI while still retaining a fighting chance of at least equaling the career-high 13 homers he slugged back in 2017 with the Padres.
Sep 13 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is back on the bench after going 5-for-24 with two runs and an RBI while starting five of the Rays' last six contests. The recent return of Brett Phillips from the injured list makes the Tampa Bay outfield more crowded and could cost Margot some work, but the latter should at least find himself in the lineup regularly against left-handed pitching.
Sep 4 2021Margot went 1-for-4 with a home run and a walk in Saturday's 11-4 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot led off the third inning with a home run off Minnesota starter Andrew Albers. The long ball breaks a lengthy drought for the 26-year-old, as his last homer came on July 3. Since returning from a hamstring injury on July 27, Margot is hitting .274, a few ticks above his season mark of .256.
Sep 3 2021Margot is not in Friday's lineup against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is an overqualified fourth outfielder on this roster but has still found a way to start five of the last eight games, with three of those starts coming against lefties. Margot is hitting .313 and is 0-for-1 on stolen-base attempts in 16 at-bats over that stretch.
Aug 29 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 2-for-5 with two RBI and a run in the first two games of the series with Baltimore, Margot will retreat to the bench for getaway day. The Rays will roll out an outfield of Randy Arozarena, Kevin Kiermaier and Brett Phillips from left to right in the series finale.
Aug 27 2021Margot went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a run in Friday's 6-3 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot took part in a three-run first inning Friday by hitting a two-run single, and he crossed the plate in the top of the seventh. The 26-year-old has appeared in 17 games in August and has slashed .309/.385/.418 with 12 runs, nine RBI and two stolen bases.
Aug 25 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tampa Bay will roll out an outfield of Randy Arozarena, Kevin Kiermaier and Brett Phillips from left to right in the series finale, leaving no room for Margot and Austin Meadows. Margot had started in three of the Rays' last four games, going 3-for-10 with two doubles, a triple, two walks, three runs, two RBI and a stolen base.
Aug 22 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll cede his spot in the outfield to Brett Phillips in the series finale after going 3-for-7 with two doubles, a triple, three runs, two RBI and one stolen base while starting Friday and Saturday. Only Austin Meadows and Randy Arozarena are locked into full-time roles in the Tampa Bay outfield, but designated hitter Nelson Cruz's (illness) placement on the COVID-19 injured list Sunday should allow the likes of Margot, Kevin Kiermaier and Phillips to temporarily benefit from upticks in opportunities.
Aug 21 2021Margot went 3-for-7 with two doubles, a triple, two RBI, a walk, a stolen base and three runs over Friday's and Saturday's games against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder's production over the pair of contests has been a fantasy goldmine, and it's represented an extension of what has been a torrid August. Margot went into Saturday's game with a .318 average over 13 games during the month before lacing a pair of run-scoring two-baggers -- the second a ground-rule double -- in Saturday's win.
Aug 18 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going a collective 2-for-12 with three runs and an RBI while starting each of the past three games, Margot will take a seat Wednesday. The Rays will roll out an outfield of Austin Meadows, Kevin Kiermaier and Randy Arozarena from left to right.
Aug 11 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even though Kevin Kiermaier (knee) remains on the shelf, Margot will head to the bench, affording Brett Phillips a turn in the outfield alongside Austin Meadows and Randy Arozarena. Margot had started seven of the Rays' last eight games, going 4-for-12 with four walks, three runs and two RBI.
Aug 7 2021Margot is 6-for-9 with a double, an RBI, a walk and two runs over the first two games of a weekend series against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder has now hit safely in five straight games overall, and he's clearly enjoying his opportunities against a group of suspect Orioles starters and relievers. Margot's quick surge has pushed his season slash line to .259/.303/.399, but he's been on an extensive power drought that last saw him leave the yard July 3.
Aug 4 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started the past three games, recording a base hit in each of those contests while also nabbing his 10th stolen base of the season. Tampa Bay will roll out an outfield of Brett Phillips, Kevin Kiermaier and Randy Arozarena in the series finale while Margot takes a seat.
Jul 28 2021Margot (hamstring) went 1-for-4 with a walk in a loss to the Yankees on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder had a solid return in his first game action since July 5. Margot will hope to pick up where he left off before his injury, when he'd slashed a solid .279/.344/.477 with two doubles, five home runs, 13 RBI, three steals and 14 runs across his previous 24 games.
Jul 27 2021The Rays reinstated Margot (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot returns to the active roster after he was sidelined for approximately three weeks with a strained left hamstring. He had been filling a near-everyday role in the Tampa Bay outfield prior to going on the shelf, but the team's recent addition of Nelson Cruz could result in Margot fading into more of a part-time job. With Cruz locked in as the team's everyday DH while Randy Arozarena and Austin Meadows are both assured outfield spots versus right-handed pitching, Margot will primarily compete with Kevin Kiermaier for playing time in center field.
Jul 26 2021Margot (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Friday and appears ready to return from a hamstring injury. The Rays cleared a roster spot Monday evening by optioning Sean Poppen to Triple-A but have yet to announce Margot's activation.
Jul 23 2021Margot (hamstring) started and played seven innings in right field during Triple-A Durham's win over Charlotte on Thursday, going 1-for-4 with an RBI single. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot delivered his timely knock in the bottom of the fifth inning for the Bulls and was apparently able to log his seven innings in the field without setbacks. The veteran outfielder is expected to suit up for at least a couple of more contests at Durham before activation is deemed appropriate.
Jul 22 2021Margot (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Durham on Thursday and is set to play seven innings in right field, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The fact that the Rays are comfortable having Margot play nearly an entire game in his first rehab contest suggests he likely won't be in Durham for long before returning from the 10-day injured list. Margot, who has been on the shelf since July 7, will likely push Kevin Kiermaier for an everyday role in the outfield alongside Austin Meadows and Randy Arozarena once he's reinstated.
Jul 21 2021Margot (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Durham Thursday or Friday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot didn't experience any issues after running the bases Tuesday, and he'll return to game action late this week as a result. The 26-year-old has been on the injured list since July 7, and it's not yet clear how many rehab appearances he'll need before he's cleared to rejoin the Rays.
Jul 20 2021Margot (hamstring) ran the bases and took live at-bats Tuesday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has missed two weeks with a strained left hamstring. He's making steady progress but remains without a precise timetable.
Jul 19 2021Margot (hamstring) is feeling better but isn't likely to return until at least next week, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot resumed hitting off a tee last week and continues to feel good afterward. However, the Rays appear to be taking a cautious approach to prevent a setback, so he'll likely remain sidelined for at least another week. A better idea of his timetable to return could come into focus once he's able to ramp up his activity level.
Jul 15 2021Margot (hamstring) has resumed hitting off a tee, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Kevin Cash said during the All-Star break that Margot is "doing better," but the outfielder is still expected to be sidelined until at least late July. It's encouraging that the 25-year-old has resumed baseball activities, but a better idea of his return timetable could be revealed once he's able to increase his activity level.
Jul 12 2021The Rays don't anticipate that Margot (hamstring) will be ready to return from the 10-day injured list until at least the team's July 27 to 29 series with the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While manager Kevin Cash said that Margot is "doing better" in his recovery from the left hamstring strain he sustained July 5, the outfielder will need more than the minimum 10 days to fully heal. Margot's ongoing absence should help open up more playing time in the outfield for Kevin Kiermaier and Brett Phillips.
Jul 7 2021Margot was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a left hamstring strain, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder's move to the injured list comes as no surprise, as it was reported Tuesday that things were heading in that direction. Margot will become eligible to be reinstated when the club returns from the All-Star break July 16, but he underwent an MRI on Wednesday and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks, Solondz reports. Ryan Sherriff was recalled in a corresponding roster move.
Jul 6 2021Margot (hamstring) will likely be placed on the 10-day injured list in the near future, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot exited Monday's win over Cleveland with a hamstring injury, and the issue will likely keep him out through the All-Star break, even though the severity of the injury isn't yet known. Vidal Brujan could be an option to take his spot on the 26-man roster, although the team could wait to officially announce roster moves until Wednesday since Tuesday's contest has been postponed.
Jul 5 2021Margot was removed from Monday's 9-8 win over Cleveland with a hamstring injury, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot suffered the injury during the ninth inning while beating out an infield single, and he was replaced by a pinch runner. The 26-year-old went 4-for-4 with two RBI, and he would have come around to score if able to stay in the contest. Tuesday's game was postponed to Wednesday due to Tropical Storm Elsa, so the outfielder will have a day to be evaluated without missing any time.
Jul 3 2021Margot went 1-for-4 with a solo home run against the Blue Jays on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot accounted for Tampa Bay's only run of the game when he blasted his ninth homer of the year off Ross Stripling in the fourth inning. The 26-year-old Margot has enjoyed a productive power-speed stretch over his last 15 games, slashing .250/.333./479 with six homers and three stolen bases (three attempts) during that time. He owns just a .695 OPS in 280 plate appearances on the season, however.
Jul 1 2021Margot is hitting .271 with two doubles, four home runs,10 RBI, nine walks, three stolen bases and 13 runs over his last 20 games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder's most recent success was a 2-for-4, one-steal, two-run effort in a loss to the Nationals on Wednesday, his sixth time reaching safely in the last seven games. Margot's season slash line still sits at a modest .248/.297/.398, but with 41 RBI, he's well on his way to eclipsing the career-best 51 he posted in 2018.
Jun 26 2021Margot went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run, a pair of runs and a walk Saturday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot opened the scoring in the second inning when he took Los Angeles starter Alex Cobb deep to center field. It was the eighth home run of the season for Margot, who is slashing .248/.293/.402 and ranks second on the team with 41 RBI over 263 plate appearances. He also has eight stolen bases in 12 attempts. He'll take a modest four-game hitting streak into Sunday's series finale.
Jun 24 2021Margot drew a pinch-hit walk, stole a base and scored a run in Thursday's victory over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot pinch-hit for Ji-Man Choi in the ninth inning of a scoreless tie and managed to work a two-out walk against Boston closer Danny Barnes. Margot promptly stole second and advanced to third on an errant throw by Christian Vazquez. He later scored the winning run on a wild pitch by Barnes. Margot, who had started the last five games prior to Thursday, is slashing .247/.290/.684 with seven stolen bases (11 attempts) across 255 plate appearances on the year.
Jun 21 2021Margot went 1-for-4 with an RBI double and a walk in a loss to the Mariners on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's sixth-inning two-bagger plated the first run of the afternoon for the struggling Rays and extended the outfielder's hitting streak to four games in the process. Margot has demonstrated some welcome pop during that stretch, as he's belted a pair of doubles overall and added a solo home run.
Jun 19 2021Margot went 1-for-3 with a solo home run Saturday in a loss to Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's sixth-inning solo shot to left field brought the Rays within a run. The long ball was his third in June and seventh overall. He is slashing .247/.286/.396 with 38 RBI and six stolen bases over 241 plate appearances this season.
Jun 12 2021Margot went 1-for-3 with a run-scoring fielder's choice, an RBI single and a walk in a win over the Orioles on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was productive out of the top of the order, reaching safely for the eighth consecutive start in the process. The veteran outfielder's .240/.281/.387 season slash line has plenty of room for improvement, but his solid .269 average with runners in scoring position has helped lead to 35 RBI over 217 plate appearances.
Jun 8 2021Margot went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Tuesday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot led off the bottom of the first inning with a solo home run off Jon Lester -- his sixth long ball of the season. He's now connected for homers in two of this last three starts, both of which have come against southpaws. Overall, Margot has maintained a .245/.280/.398 line with 21 runs scored and 33 RBI across 207 plate appearances.
Jun 5 2021Margot went 1-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old outfielder hadn't gone yard since May 16, but Margot got hold of a Joely Rodriguez pitch in the eighth inning to give the Rays an insurance run. Margot's .241/.278/.385 slash line through 53 games is nothing special, but he has five homers, six steals, 20 runs and 32 RBI, giving him some fantasy value even in shallower formats.
Jun 4 2021Margot is not in the lineup Friday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is 2-for-17 over his past five games and will head to the bench Friday. Brett Phillips will work in right field in the series opener at Texas.
Jun 1 2021Margot is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brett Phillips will man right field as Margot gets a breather Tuesday night in the Bronx.
May 24 2021Margot went 2-for-6 with a triple, three RBI, a stolen base and two runs scored in Monday's victory over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot did it all in this one, singling home a run in the top of the 10th inning and plating two more in the 11th on a triple to right center. He also picked up his sixth stolen base of the campaign. Margot is in the midst of a nine-game hitting streak and has collected six hits, six RBI and two stolen bases in his last three contests.
May 20 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will head to the bench for the second time in the series, opening up a spot for Brett Phillips in the outfield. On both occasions that Margot has been withheld from the lineup, the Orioles have trotted out right-handed starting pitchers. The right-handed Margot looks like he may be at risk of falling into a short-side platoon role in the outfield following Kevin Kiermaier's recent return from the injured list.
May 18 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tampa Bay will roll out an outfield of Randy Arozarena, Austin Meadows and Brett Phillips while Margot takes a seat after starting each of the last seven games. During that stretch, Margot went 7-for-30, dropping his season average to .237.
May 16 2021Margot went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and an additional RBI in Sunday's win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is now carrying a four-game hitting streak and extended that streak in style, sending a two-run shot off Marcus Stroman in the bottom of the fourth to open the score. The outfielder has also plated at least one run in each of his last three contests.
May 8 2021Margot isn't starting Saturday's game against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will get a breather after he went 1-for-15 with two runs, an RBI, two stolen bases and four strikeouts in the last four games. Brett Phillips will start in right field and bat ninth.
May 7 2021Margot went 1-for-5 with an RBI single, two stolen bases and a run in a win over the Angels on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder's clutch eighth-inning knock brought home Randy Arozarena with what was the tying run at the time. Margot has been heating up at the plate of late, hitting .310 (9-for-29) with a double, a home run, six RBI, and three runs over his last nine games.
May 5 2021Margot is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Angels, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started in right field for the first two games of the series but will take a seat Wednesday with Shohei Ohtani starting for the Halos. Brett Phillips will receive the start in right and bat eighth for the Rays.
May 3 2021Margot went 2-for-5 with a homer and three RBI in Monday's 7-3 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot singled in a run as part of a four-run third inning for the Rays. He later knocked a two-run shot off Raisel Iglesias in the ninth for some insurance. The speedy outfielder is slashing .276/.326/.448 with 16 RBI this season.
May 2 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brett Phillips will join the Tampa Bay outfield as a replacement for Margot, who had been included in the lineup in three of the past four games. Margot came through with a pair of two-hit games over his last three starts to end an extended slump at the plate.
May 1 2021Margot, who went 1-for-3 with a walk and was caught stealing in a loss to the Astros on Friday, is hitting .300 (6-for-20) over his last seven games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder hasn't struck out during his 21 plate appearances over that span while squaring up consistently to the tune of a 26.3 percent line-drive rate and 45.0 percent hard-contact rate. Margot has also shown a knack for some timely hitting during the first month of the season, as evidenced by a 12-RBI tally that's second only to Joey Wendle's 16 on the team.
Apr 29 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Athletics, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he'll be sitting for the second time in three days, Margot still looks to have a solid grip on a near-everyday role for the Rays. Margot will put his four-game hitting streak on hold while Brett Phillips picks up a start in right field in his stead.
Apr 27 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Athletics, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will sit in favor of Brett Phillips after starting each of the past four games. With Tampa Bay deploying Austin Meadows more frequently as its designated hitter of late following Kevin Kiermaier's recent return from the injured list, Margot looks to have a hold on a near-everyday role in the outfield.
Apr 21 2021Margot is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Royals, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .245 with two home runs and two steals in 16 games. Margot's 10 percent walk rate is the highest mark of his career. Kevin Kiermaier will start in center field and bat sixth.
Apr 17 2021Margot went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, an additional run scored and a stolen base during Saturday's 6-3 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old took Jordan Montgomery deep during the fourth inning with a two-run shot to give Tampa Bay the lead for good. Margot has a .279/.340/.512 slash line with two home runs, two doubles, seven runs, seven RBI and two stolen bases through 13 games this season.
Apr 15 2021Margot went 2-for-4 in a loss to the Rangers on Wednesday after going 3-for-17 over his previous six games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's last multi-hit effort came April 3. With Wednesday's production, Margot's line is back up to .290/.333/.484 across 33 plate appearances, with three of his nine hits going for extra bases (one double, one triple, one home run).
Apr 13 2021Margot is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Rangers, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will head to the bench after going 3-for-16 with five strikeouts and two walks over his last five games. Brett Phillips will start in center field and bat eighth with righty Kyle Gibson on the hill. Margot is still a near-everyday player, but the Rays are likely to continue giving him the occasional day off against righties.
Apr 11 2021Margot (groin) will start in center field and bat cleanup Sunday against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was sidelined for the first two games of the series with a sore groin, but he looks like he's good to go heading into the finale. The outfielder will be occupying a prominent spot in the batting order with a lefty (Jordan Montgomery) on the hill for New York, but Margot will likely hit in the bottom half of the lineup versus right-handed pitching more often than not.
Apr 10 2021Margot isn't starting Saturday's game against the Yankees due to a tweaked groin, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will be on the bench for a second straight game, and manager Kevin Cash revealed that the center fielder has been dealing with a groin issue in recent days. However, Margot will be available as a pinch hitter Saturday and is expected to return to the lineup Sunday with left-hander Jordan Montgomery starting for the Yankees. Brett Phillips will take over in center field Saturday, batting eighth.
Apr 9 2021Margot is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Rays, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old is 6-for-20 with one homer, one triple, three runs and five RBI through six games this season, but he'll take a seat Friday with Brett Phillips (hamstring) coming off the injured list to start in center field. Margot should still see plenty of action going forward with Kevin Kiermaier (quadriceps) out for the next few weeks.
Apr 6 2021Margot went 1-for-5 with two RBI on Tuesday against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot gave the Rays an early lead with a two-out single that drove in two in the third inning. He's now recorded at least one hit in four of five games this season, though he's also struck out a combined four times across his last two games. Margot should have a clear path to playing time in the outfield in the absence of Kevin Kiermaier (quadriceps), who is expected to miss multiple weeks.
Apr 4 2021Margot went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and a run in a loss to the Marlins on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder's fifth-inning RBI single ignited a four-run frame for the Rays. Margot's second straight multi-hit effort makes him 4-for-8 with a triple and a solo home run since going 0-for-2 on Opening Day.
Apr 3 2021Margot went 2-for-4 with a triple, a solo home run and a second run scored in Friday's 6-4 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start in center field and hitting seventh, Margot took John Curtiss deep in the seventh inning, then tripled and scored on a Francisco Mejia sacrifice fly in the ninth to cap Tampa's wild comeback. The fact that Margot started over Kevin Kiermaier even with right-hander Pablo Lopez on the mound for Miami indicates the duo will not be used in a strict platoon this season, but both should see plenty of action.
Mar 13 2021Margot went 1-for-2 with a double and a walk in a Grapefruit League loss to the Red Sox on Friday, pushing his spring average to .429 (6-for-14) across six games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was also caught stealing on his one attempt Friday, but he already has a pair of swipes, two walks, two RBI, three doubles overall and a run during his exhibition sample. The early surge offers reason for optimism following Margot's impressive five-homer postseason last fall, and Adam Berry of MLB.com reports the 26-year-old had already come into spring camp with a confident mindset following a trying 2020. "I think this year, now that I've got one year under my belt with my teammates, I feel a lot more comfortable talking to [them]," Margot said. "I have more confidence in just being around my team."
Mar 7 2021Margot is 3-for-7 with a double, an RBI, a stolen base and a run across his first three Grapefruit League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old is penciled in as the starting right fielder and is off to a good start in building on the solid .269 average and .327 on-base percentage he mustered across 159 plate appearances in his 2020 Rays debut campaign. Margot did see a power drain, however, hitting just one home run after slugging 12 in 441 plate appearances during his final Padres season in 2019. An above-average contact hitter who's also recorded double-digit steals in four consecutive seasons, Margot could reestablish himself as a more well-rounded fantasy contributor this season if he pulls his power numbers back up.
Jan 15 2021Margot and the Rays reached a one-year, $3.4 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will get a slight bump in pay following his first season with the Rays, and the two sides won't need to head to arbitration during the offseason. The 26-year-old slashed .269/.327/.352 with one home run, 11 RBI and 12 stolen bases in 2020.
Oct 26 2020Margot went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base Sunday in the Rays' 4-2 loss to the Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot attempted to spark a rally with his legs in the fourth inning while the Rays trailed 3-2. After reaching base on a leadoff walk, Margot stole second base and then advanced to third on a poor throw from catcher Austin Barnes, barely beating out a tag from Justin Turner. Then, with two outs and Kevin Kiermaier at the plate, Margot attempted to catch Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw off guard in a break between the at-bat, as he made a mad dash for home plate and nearly snuck in before Barnes applied the run-saving tag. The play ended the inning and would be the closest the Rays would come to scoring again, with no Tampa Bay runner advancing past second base over the final five innings.
Oct 17 2020Margot went 2-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and two runs scored in Game 6 of the ALCS. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot provided the majority of the Rays' offense with the powerful performance. His first long ball came to lead off the seventh inning and cut the team's deficit to 7-2. One frame later, he hit a two-run shot to cut the Astros' lead to three. In addition to some fine defensive plays, Margot now has three home runs in the ALCS.
Oct 13 2020Margot went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer in Monday's ALCS Game 1 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The early part of the game belonged entirely to Margot. His two-out, three-run shot off Lance McCullers in the bottom of the first turned out to be all the scoring the Rays would need in their 4-2 win. He helped make that the case with his defensive work in the top of the second, as he dove over the outfield wall to catch a foul ball off the bat of George Springer.
Oct 9 2020Margot is not in the lineup for Friday's Game 5 against the Yankees, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is 1-for-9 with a home run through 10 plate appearances in the series, and he won't be starting Friday's winner-take-all contest. Austin Meadows receives the start in right field while Yandy Diaz serves as the designated hitter for the Rays.
Oct 7 2020Margot is out of the lineup Wednesday for Game 3 of the Rays' ALDS matchup with the Yankees, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rays are rolling out a lineup of seven left-handed hitters to counter Yankees right-hander Masahiro Tanaka, leaving no spot available for Margot. Through four postseason games to date, Margot has gone 4-for-12 with two home runs, five RBI, three runs and a walk.
Oct 6 2020Margot went 1-for-2 with a two-run homer in Tuesday's win over the Yankees in Game 2 of the ALDS. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot cranked a two-run homer in the third inning off J.A. Happ. The 26-year-old slashed .269/.327/.352 throughout the 2020 regular season with a 91 OPS+.
Sep 29 2020Margot went 2-for-3 with a two-run homer and one single Tuesday in a win over the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the Wild Card Round. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot hit the go-ahead home run in the seventh inning off A.J. Cole. The 26-year-old only hit one home run during the regular season, but he did provide some value on the basepaths, swiping 12 in the shortened season.
Sep 27 2020Margot was scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Phillies with foot soreness, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was originally slated to start in left field Sunday, but he's experiencing some soreness after fouling a pitch off his foot Saturday. It's likely a minor concern, but it makes sense for the Rays to remain cautious in the final game of the regular season. Margot will finish with a .269/.327/.352 slash line and 12 stolen bases in 47 games this season.
Sep 25 2020Margot Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has just four hits in his last eight games, posting a .422 OPS over that stretch. Kevin Kiermaier starts in center field Friday, with Brett Phillips in right.
Sep 24 2020Margot went 2-for-2 with a run and was caught stealing on his only attempt in a win over the Mets on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot continues to offer steady production down the stretch, with Wednesday's multi-hit effort counting as his fourth over the last 12 games. The 25-year-old outfielder's .271 average and .331 on-base percentage are both career-best figures, and he's already locked in a double-digit steal tally for the fourth straight season as well.
Sep 22 2020Margot isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot started in each of the past two games, going 1-for-7 with one RBI and one strikeout. He'll take a seat as Brett Phillips starts in right field Tuesday.
Sep 19 2020Margot isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot went hitless with a walk and one strikeout over four plate appearances Friday, and he'll retreat to the bench Saturday. Brett Phillips will take his place in right field.
Sep 17 2020Margot is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Orioles, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot went 0-for-5 with three strikeouts Wednesday and will take a seat for Thursday's matinee. Brett Phillips receives the start in right field, batting eighth.
Sep 13 2020Margot went 2-for-3 with a go-ahead two-run double in a win over the Red Sox on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's fourth-inning two-bagger brought home Willy Adames and Nate Lowe, snapping a 2-2 tie and capping off a three-run frame overall for the Rays. The 25-year-old outfielder has been swinging a hot bat of late, as Margot is now 5-for-11 with a double, two RBI, one walk, three stolen bases and a run over his last three games.
Sep 9 2020Margot went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in a loss to the Nationals on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was one of only two Rays to reach base multiple times in what was an underwhelming night for Tampa Bay's offense overall. The outfielder has started September in much more subdued fashion than a stellar August during which he slashed .349/.406/.460, as even factoring in Tuesday's tally, he's hitting just .125 (2-for-16) over five games thus far this month.
Sep 7 2020Margot is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Nationals, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he remains without a clear path to any one spot in the outfield, Margot had started five of the Rays' past six games. Brandon Lowe will move into right field Monday to bump Margot to the bench, but the latter should still be in store for a quasi-everyday role moving forward thanks to his speed (8-for-8 on stolen-base attempts) and improved defense.
Sep 6 2020Margot went 0-for-2 with a walk and two stolen bases in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The center fielder wasn't able to record a hit, but a pair of stolen bases brought his season total up to eight on the campaign. While he is a threat on the basepaths, Margot has not provided much fantasy value in other areas. The 25-year-old has just one homer and seven RBI while hitting .265/.333/.367 on the campaign.
Sep 2 2020Margot will start in center field and will bat leadoff Wednesday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Starting for the seventh time in eight games, Margot appears to have worked his way into an everyday role, though he doesn't have any spot in the outfield to call his own. Margot's 105 wRC+ on the season isn't spectacular, but it's enough to make him more productive than Yoshi Tsutsugo (96 wRC+), who seems most at risk of losing playing time to the former.
Aug 29 2020Margot went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in a 2-0 victory over the Marlins on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was one of two Rays with a multi-hit performance Friday, and he has become one of the team's best hitters. He is slashing .316/.381/.434 this season and has registered a base knock in seven of his last eight games. The 30-year-old figures to remain in the starting lineup until Kevin Kiermaier (back) recovers from his back spasms.
Aug 26 2020Margot went 2-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His first homer of the year ended up being the game-winner, as Margot went back-to-back with Hunter Renfroe in the second inning to give Tyler Glasnow and the Tampa bullpen all the offense they would need on the night. Margot has started five of the last seven games, as much due to his continued success at the plate as a southpaw-heavy schedule for the Rays, and on the season the 25-year-old is slashing .304/.368/.420 through 24 contests.
Aug 20 2020Margot went 1-for-3 with a single, walk, RBI and two runs scored in the 10-5 win over the Yankees on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot drove in Yandy Diaz to tie the game at four in the sixth inning. The outfielder has been on a roll at the plate recently, recording 13 hits in his last 23 at-bats.
Aug 15 2020Margot went 2-for-2 with a stolen base Saturday against Toronto. The game was suspended due to rain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot knocked a pair of singles in his two at-bats and notched his second stolen base of the season in the fourth inning. The 25-year-old has been swinging a sizzling bat since Aug. 10, going 12-for-16 (.750) with five runs and three RBI. His batting average has climbed from .091 to .306 during that stretch.
Aug 14 2020Margot went 4-for-5 with an RBI single and two runs in a win over the Red Sox on Thursday. He went 10-for-14 with three doubles, three RBI, a walk and five runs in the three games he played during the four-game series against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot seemingly turned his season completely around beginning one game after his return from the bereavement list due to the death of his father. The 25-year-old has boosted his average 186 points to .277 with the three-game surge, and his on-base and slugging percentages have seen increases of 166 and 231 points to .333 and .383, respectively. While he'll naturally taper off his current pace at some point, Margot's current numbers are certainly more indicative of his talent than the .091/.167/.152 slash he carried into Boston.
Aug 12 2020Margot went 2-for-4 with an RBI double and a run in a win over the Red Sox on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot provided a strong follow-up performance to his breakout 4-for-4 effort Monday, and he's now raised his average a whopping 129 points to .220 in the last pair of games. The modest sample of 45 plate appearances naturally drives the dramatic spike, but Margot also simply seems to be enjoying a bit better luck when putting the ball in play -- his BABIP has jumped from .125 to .281 in the last two games, a figure that appeared bound to rise considering the outfielder had been boasting an above-average 25.0 percent line-drive rate coming into Monday's contest.
Aug 10 2020Margot went 4-for-4 with two doubles, two runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base during Monday's 8-7 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Facing the team that originally drafted him before sending him to the Padres in the Craig Kimbrel deal back in 2016, Margot more than doubled his hit total on the season with a scintillating performance. The 25-year-old is still only hitting .189 (7-for-37) through 12 games, however, and with Austin Meadows now back in action and the Rays outfield mostly healthy, Margot will need more nights like this to keep a regular spot in the lineup.
Aug 9 2020The Rays activated Margot from the COVID-19 injured list Sunday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports. He'll start in center field in the Rays' series finale with the Yankees and bat seventh, according to Juan Toribio of MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will be back in action for Tampa Bay after a week-long hiatus that was first caused by his placement on the bereavement list before he was transferred to the COVID-19 list. The outfielder isn't believed to have ever tested positive for the coronavirus, but he was placed on the list as a precaution after he traveled to the Dominican Republic following the death of his father. Though Margot will be manning center field in place of Kevin Kiermaier, the 25-year-old is expected to work primarily as a fourth outfielder now that Austin Meadows is back after an early-season absence.
Aug 7 2020Margot (personal/back) could be activated from the COVID-19 injured list as soon as Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is still going through COVID-19 protocols after returning from the Dominican Republic following the death of his father. He was also battling back stiffness prior to leaving the team, though it's not clear whether or not the issue remains a problem.
Aug 6 2020Margot (personal/back) does not have a specific timeline for a return to the team after heading out to the Dominican Republic following the death of his father, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot was also battling a back issue when he was placed on the bereavement list Tuesday. It's been a difficult season on the field for the offseason acquisition as well, as Margot is slashing just .100/.156/.167 across 32 plate appearances.
Aug 4 2020Margot (back) was placed on the bereavement list Tuesday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot dealt with lower-back stiffness Sunday that forced his removal from the game, but he'll now miss several days following the death of his father. Brian O'Grady was recalled from the Rays' alternate training site in a corresponding move to fill Margot's depth role on the 30-man roster.
Aug 2 2020Margot was removed from Sunday's game at Baltimore with lower-back stiffness, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Managaer Kevin Cash indicated the 25-year-old isn't expected to miss any time, but he should still be considered day-to-day until he actually retakes the field. Margot went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts before exiting and has a .100/.156/.167 slash line through 10 games.
May 25 2020Margot was among more than a dozen Rays players that participated in informal workouts at Tropicana Field on Monday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The offseason acquisition was ready to roll in what was the first official opportunity for Rays players to convene in more than two months. Margot and his teammates didn't yet have access to amenities such as batting cages -- that could change as soon as next week, however -- but they were able to play catch, run, use a limited amount of free weights in an on-field makeshift gym and complete plyometric exercises. Margot will be looking to sharpen up his swing in the coming weeks ahead of a possible 2020 season, as he hit just .130 (4-for-23) over 10 Grapefruit League games before play was paused.
Mar 22 2020Margot was hitting .130 (4-for-23) with a double, two walks, a stolen base and a run across 10 Grapefruit League contests before spring training was suspended. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The offseason acquisition's sluggish start to spring was disappointing, and it bears noting Margot's average dropped over that of the previous season in each of his last two campaigns in San Diego. Nevertheless, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports Margot should get plenty of playing time in the outfield versus left-handed pitchers, against which he slashed an outstanding .330/.420/.466 across 120 plate appearances last season. The 25-year-old brings some power and speed to the table, having slugged double-digit home runs in two of the last three seasons while recording double-digit steals in three consecutive campaigns.
Feb 8 2020Margot and prospect Logan Driscoll were traded from the Padres to the Rays on Saturday in exchange for reliever Emilio Pagan, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has seen significant time in center field with San Diego over the last three years, but the acquisition of Trent Grisham from the Brewers earlier this offseason made him a bit more expendable. The 25-year-old had a .234/.304/.387 slash line with 12 home runs and 20 stolen bases in 151 games, and his defense in center field continue to be his main asset. Margot figures to fill a reserve role in Tampa Bay's outfield with Austin Meadows, Kevin Kiermaier, Hunter Renfroe, Jose Martinez and Yoshi Tsutsugo already in the mix.
Jan 10 2020Margot agreed to a one-year, $2.475 million deal with the Padres on Friday, avoiding arbitration, freelance baseball writer Robert Murray reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Margot's first of three years as an arbitration-eligible player. He has been worth 4.3 fWAR in 428 games over three-plus seasons.
Sep 29 2019Margot is not in Sunday's lineup against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He hit .188 with one home run and one steal in 64 at-bats this month. Travis Jankowski will start in center field and bat eighth.
Sep 25 2019Margot went 1-for-4 with a triple, RBI and a run scored Tuesday in the Padres' 6-3 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot's playing time had been trending downward in September, but he manned center field for the fourth straight game Tuesday with Wil Myers (illness) unavailable. Myers hasn't been shut down for the season following a recent fainting episode, but the 70-87 Padres don't have much incentive to rush him back for the final five games. With that in mind, Margot could continue to draw regular starts and provide some aid to fantasy managers looking for help in the steals category.
Sep 14 2019Margot is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has been a two-win player this year, but he hasn't been playing much at all in September. In fact, he's only logged a handful of starts this month. Wil Myers is in center field for the third consecutive game.
Sep 12 2019Margot went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and a stolen base in Wednesday's win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot got the Padres on the board with a solo shot to left field in the fifth inning and crossed the plate again in the seventh after beginning the frame with an infield single and a stolen base. Following four straight games in which he came off the bench, Margot has started the last two, going 5-for-9 with three RBI and three runs scored. He is slashing .246/.318/.411 with 12 homers and a career-high 20 stolen bases in 398 plate appearances this season.
Sep 11 2019Margot went 2-for-5 with a triple, a walk, two RBI and a run Tuesday in the Padres' 9-8 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot brought in the winning run when he drew a four-pitch walk with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 10th inning. The productive night at the dish was nice to see from Margot, but it may not be enough for him to recapture an everyday role in the San Diego outfield. Before starting in center field Tuesday, Margot wasn't included in the lineup in any of the Padres' previous four contests.
Sep 9 2019Margot isn't starting Monday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will remain on the bench for a fourth straight game, making way for Wil Myers to start another game in center field. Margot has been called on to pinch hit in each of the last three matchups, though he's 0-for-3 over that stretch.
Sep 8 2019Margot is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot is 6-for-33 over his last 12 contests and will remain on the bench for the third straight game. Wil Myers receives another start in center field for the Friars.
Sep 7 2019Margot remains on the bench Saturday against Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot will sit for the second game in a row, with Wil Myers starting again in center field.
Sep 6 2019Margot is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Margot has hit just .213/.260/.319 over his last 15 games. Wil Myers starts in center field in his absence.
Sep 1 2019Margot is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Aug 30 2019Margot went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in a victory over the Giants on Thursday.
Aug 21 2019Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds.
Aug 19 2019Margot is not in Monday's lineup against the Reds.
Aug 18 2019Margot will start in center field and lead off Sunday against the Phillies, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Aug 11 2019Margot went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in a win over Colorado on Saturday.
Aug 9 2019Margot drilled a solo home run in his only at-bat and scored an additional run in Thursday's win over the Rockies.
Aug 8 2019Margot is not in the lineup Thursday against the Rockies.
Aug 4 2019Margot went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Dodgers on Sunday.
Aug 3 2019Margot hit a pinch-hit solo home run in his only at-bat in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Dodgers.
Jul 29 2019Margot isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles.
Jul 27 2019Margot is not in the lineup Saturday against the Giants, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
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Jul 23 2018Margot (wrist) is in the lineup Monday against the Mets.Margot left Friday's game against the Phillies with a wrist injury and sat out both halves of Sunday's doubleheader, but the injury was evidently not a serious one as he's now back in action. He'll bat seventh and play center field.
Jul 22 2018Margot (wrist) is out of the lineup for the second game of the Padres' doubleheader Sunday with the Phillies.Manager Andy Green indicated prior to the Padres' 10-2 win in Game 1 that Margot could be available for the nightcap, but the team will err on the side of caution and keep the outfielder on the bench for both ends of the twin bill. With Margot on the bench, Travis Jankowski will shift over to center field for Game 2 while Franmil Reyes enters the starting nine in right field.
Jul 22 2018Margot (wrist) is out of the lineup for the first game of the Padres' doubleheader Sunday with the Phillies.Though he'll remain on the bench two days after injuring his left wrist in the series opener, Margot received good news Saturday when X-rays came back negative, confirming that he's only dealing with a sprain. Margot was able to take some swings in the batting cage early Sunday and could be available for the second game of the twin bill, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic San Diego, but it seems more likely the Padres err on the side of caution and keep him on the bench.
Jul 21 2018Margot's wrist X-rays were negative Saturday, Dennis Lin of The Athletic San Diego reports.It's certainly good news for the Padres' center fielder, who appears to have suffered nothing worse than a sprain after hurting his wrist Friday against the Phillies. He'll be reevaluated later in the day, at which point it should become clear whether or not he'll play a part in Sunday's doubleheader in Philadelphia.
Jul 20 2018Margot exited Friday's game against the Phillies after suffering an apparent left wrist injury, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports .Margot rolled his left wrist on a diving attempt in the outfield during the eighth inning. The extent of the injury is unknown, but more news should emerge in the near future.
Jul 14 2018Margot will hit the bench Saturday against the Cubs.After starting 24 of 26 games, Margot will sit for the second time in four. Travis Jankowski slides over to center field, with Franmil Reyes getting the start in right.
Jul 11 2018Margot is on the bench Wednesday against the Dodgers.Margot sits for just the third time in the Padres' last 27 games. He's hit a solid .283/.340/.435 over that stretch. Travis Jankowski will start in center field in his absence.
Jul 8 2018Margot went 5-for-6 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in a 4-3 win over Arizona on Sunday.The five hits are a career high for Margot who raised his batting average from .229 to .243 with the big night. The 23-year-old outfielder had just two hits in 20 at-bats in July prior to Sunday. On the season, he's slashing .243/.306/.367 with three homers and seven stolen bases.
Jul 5 2018Margot will take a seat for Thursday's matchup against Arizona, Jody Jackson of FOX Sports Arizona reports.Arizona will face right-hander Shelby Miller, so Travis Jankowski will bat leadoff and man center field in Margot's absence. Margot is scuffling at the plate recently, as he's gone 3-for-25 with two walks and four strikeouts over his last six games.
Jul 4 2018Margot will start in center field and lead off Wednesday against the Padres.The lefty-hitting Travis Jankowski typically acts as the Padres' table setter against right-handed pitching, but Margot will get a spin atop the lineup with southpaw Sean Manaea on the mound. Even when Jankowski leads off, Margot has still been serving as the Padres' No. 2 hitter of late, as the latter hasn't dropped form the upper third of the order in his last eight starts. With a .236 average, .298 on-base percentage and 6-for-13 success rate on stolen-base attempts, Margot has still been a disappointment this season, but he's at least turned a corner offensively since the beginning of June. Over his last 26 games, he's slashing .289/.360/.456 with 11 RBI and 10 runs.
Jun 30 2018Margot is not starting Saturday against the Pirates.Margot will sit for the first time since June 11. In the 16 games since his last day off, he's hit .310/.365/.534. Travis Jankowski will get the start in center field Saturday.
Jun 26 2018Margot led off and went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in a 7-4 loss to the Rangers on Monday.Margot extended his current hit streak to six games, but more impressively, he has tallied an extra-base hit in five consecutive contests. The 23-year-old has looked like an entirely different hitter this month, slashing .348/.416/.565 with two homers, seven doubles and 10 RBI through 21 games. The only criticism that can be made during his recent hot streak would be a lack of stolen bases (0-for-4 on steal attempts this month, and 6-for-12 overall).
Jun 25 2018Margot went 1-for-4 with his second home run of the season in Sunday's extra-innings loss to the Giants.Margot scored both of the Padres' runs (a homer in the first, and a run off of a walk in the 11th), but wasn't enough to stave off a comeback from the Giants in extras. The 23-year-old reclaimed the starting center field job with a red-hot month of June (.359/.431/.547), and his resurgence also netted the outfielder his first leadoff appearance since early May. Both of the Friars' recent leadoff hitters, Travis Jankowski (hamstring) and Wil Myers, were out of the lineup Sunday, but it wouldn't be surprising to see Margot run with the role going forward. If that happens, expect the speedster to see a boost in run and stolen base potential.
Jun 23 2018Margot went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double, two RBI and a run scored in Friday's 6-2 win over the Giants.Margot delivered his third consecutive two-hit game, as well as his third double over that span. The 23-year-old is now batting .245 on the year after struggling to stay above the Mendoza Line over the first two months of the season. MLB.com's AJ Cassavell credits Margot's resurgence to mechanical adjustments made earlier this month, which has led to a team-best 94 mph average exit velocity in June. The youngster has reclaimed the Friars' starting center field job, starting 16 of the club's 20 games this month.
Jun 14 2018Margot went 3-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Cardinals.Margot helped his team defensively too, making an incredible diving catch in center field in the eighth inning. The 23-year-old appears to be finally picking things up at the plate after a rough start to the campaign, collecting hits in six consecutive contests. The youngster's turnaround has come at the right time, as both Franchy Cordero (forearm) and Wil Myers (oblique) appear ready to embark on rehab assignments. Margot is not out of hot water quite yet, as the Padres have several other outfielders making strong cases for playing time, but his recent hot streak will at least put pressure on the club to consider keeping him in a semi-regular role even after their injured outfielders return.
Jun 13 2018Margot went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's win over the Cardinals.Margot squared up a double -- his 12th of the year -- off reliever Mike Mayers in the seventh, and later came around to score on an RBI groundout. This was Margot's fifth consecutive game with a hit, and he's raised his average to .223 on the season. It's been a rather disappointing year so far for Margot, as he's hit just one home run and has only 16 RBI and 17 runs in 53 games played. The 23-year-old is also 6-for-11 in stolen base attempts.
Jun 11 2018Margot is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Cardinals.Margot will grab a seat on the bench for Monday's series opener after starting the previous five games in center field, hitting .267/.313/.333 across those contests. In his stead, Travis Jankowski will man center field and occupy the leadoff spot.
Jun 4 2018Margot is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Braves.Margot is hitting an impressive .321/.457/.464 with a 7:6 BB:K over his last 10 games, but he'll head to the bench for Monday's series opener against the Braves for what appears to be a routine day off. Travis Jankowski will start in center field and bat leadoff in his stead.
Jun 1 2018Margot is out of Friday's lineup against the Reds.He is hitting .211/.302/.289 with zero home runs and two stolen bases over his last 14 games (38 at-bats). Travis Jankowski is starting in center field and leading off. As the Padres continue to get healthy and Margot continues to struggle, his short-term playing time may continue to slip away.
May 27 2018Margot is out of the lineup Sunday against the Dodgers.Padres manager Andy Green wanted to clear room in the lineup for another lefty bat in second baseman Cory Spangenberg, so Margot will take a seat while Jose Pirela shifts to the outfield. Margot has taken a small step forward with four hits in 10 at-bats over his last three games, but the 23-year-old has still been a major disappointment this season with a .204/.250/.310 slash line.
May 24 2018Margot went 1-for-4 with an RBI and his sixth stolen base of the season in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Nationals.Margot has sat out three of the Padres' last six contests as part of a crowded outfield rotation. The 23-year-old has gone just 2-for-13 at the plate over that span, but he has also contributed a pair of steals to help alleviate the pain for his fantasy owners. It is unclear how things will shake up once Wil Myers (oblique) returns from the disabled list next month, but Margot should still receive semi-regular playing time until that time comes.
May 19 2018Margot is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Pirates.Margot heads to the bench for the second consecutive game, again ceding center field to Travis Jankowski. The 23-year-old has found little in terms of sustained success at the plate this season with a .194/.241/.298 slash line over 124 at-bats.
May 18 2018Margot is not in the lineup Friday against the Pirates.Margot has had a disappointing season at the plate so far this year, hitting just .195/.242/.301 in 33 games. Travis Jankowski will start in center field in his absence.
May 15 2018Margot is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Rockies.Margot is playing nearly every day despite hitting just .202/.244/.311 through his first 31 games. He's perhaps been beginning to turn things around lately, though, going 9-for-30 over his last eight games. Travis Jankowski will get the start in center field in his place.
May 10 2018Margot went 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Nationals.Margot was involved in both of the Padres' runs despite batting eighth in the lineup. The 23-year-old has struggled this season (.202/.252/.323), but he is showing signs of life at the plate with five hits over his last three contests. Margot could move back to a more prominent spot in the order if he can maintain his recent burst in production.
May 5 2018Margot is out of the lineup Saturday against the Dodgers.Margot has struggled at the plate so far this season, hitting a meager .176/.220/.282 through 21 games. He can blame a .209 BABIP for some of those struggles, though there have also been changes to his contact profile. His line drive rate has fallen from 23.2 percent to 17.6 percent, while his groundball rate has spiked from 40.5 percent to 48.5 percent. He's also seen a jump in his infield flyball rate, up from 9.4 percent to 17.4 percent. On the plus side, though, his hard-hit rate has jumped from 25.4 percent to 32.4 percent, so there are reasons to believe he'll turn things around. Travis Jankowski will start in center field Saturday.
Apr 29 2018Margot will start in center field and bat leadoff Sunday against the Mets.Margot played a major hand in the Padres' 12-2 romp Saturday, going 2-for-5 with a pair of extra-base hits, two RBI and two runs. He hit seventh in that contest, but Margot will move back to the top of the order Sunday after Wil Myers' oblique injury created a need for a new table setter. Myers is expected to be sidelined for around two weeks, giving Margot a decent window to boost his run totals and pick up the pace after a miserable start to the season.
Apr 27 2018Margot is not in the lineup Friday against the Mets.Margot has a hit in each of the past two games, but his batting average still sits at a measly .153 mark. He'll head to the bench for a night off, allowing Franchy Cordero to pick up another start in center field.
Apr 26 2018Margot batted sixth and went 1-for-3 with an RBI in Wednesday's loss to the Rockies.The speedy outfielder had struggled since returning from the disabled list (1-for-12), so manager Andy Green moved his usual leadoff hitter down in the order. It is unclear whether this lineup demotion will stick for more than one game, but Margot will have to improve his on-base skills (.153 batting average and .215 on-base percentage through 65 plate appearances) in order to restore faith in his manager as well as his disgruntled fantasy owners. The 23-year-old showed flashes of his power/speed combo last season, and it is far too early in the year to make rash decisions regarding a player who possessed breakout potential in 2018.
Apr 23 2018Margot is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies.Margot, who was activated from the disabled list Saturday, will head to the bench for Monday's series opener after going a combined 0-for-8 with four strikeouts in his first two games back. In his place, Franchy Cordero will start in center field and bat leadoff.
Apr 21 2018Margot (ribs) returned from the disabled list Saturday and is in the starting lineup against the Diamondbacks.Margot was expected to be back from his bruised ribs Sunday but was activated a day early on the first day he was eligible to return. Hunter Renfroe was placed on the disabled list in order to clear a spot for Margot. Margot was hitting just .159 in 11 games before heading to the DL, though he can blame a .171 BABIP for at least some of his struggles.
Apr 18 2018Margot (ribs) could be activated from the 10-day disabled list Sunday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot landed on the disabled list last week with bruised ribs, but his stay on the shelf could end up being a short one. The 23-year-old threw on the field and took batting practice with no issues Wednesday, clearing the way for him to head to extended spring training to continue his rehab. Margot is scheduled to "get a lot of at-bats" in extended spring training games over the next few days, and if all goes as planned, he could be cleared to rejoin the Padres by the end of their weekend series against the Diamondbacks. He's eligible to return from the DL on Saturday at the earliest.
Apr 18 2018Margot (ribs) threw on the field and took batting practice Wednesday, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.This is a very good sign for the young center fielder. It seems like his injured ribs are reacting well to all the increased activity, so returning after the minimum 10 days on the shelf isn't out of the question. Margot's earliest return date is Saturday.
Apr 17 2018Margot (ribs) took practice swings Tuesday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.This marks the first level of baseball activity that Margot has participated in since landing on the disabled list April 11. At this point, it looks like Margot could be in line to be stay on the DL for a bit after he's eligible to return April 21, but a more definitive timeframe should become available as his workouts intensify.
Apr 16 2018Margot (ribs) visited a doctor Monday, and should be able to start participating in baseball activities in the near future, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot was placed on the 10-day disabled list Wednesday after being hit in the ribs by a pitch, but he's making a quick recovery. He'll be eligible to come off the DL on Saturday and will likely complete a rehab assignment before then. More details on his return should be forthcoming.
Apr 11 2018Margot was placed on the disabled list with bruised ribs Wednesday, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot left Tuesday's game against the Rockies after getting hit by a pitch from Scott Oberg. An X-ray revealed no fracture, but he has a deep bruise and won't be able to play for several days. He'll be eligible to return April 21 against Arizona. Franchy Cordero was called up to take his place.
Apr 10 2018Margot is starting in center field and leading off Tuesday against the Rockies, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.Margot was dropped to the bottom third of the order over the weekend, but he'll return to the leadoff spot after reaching base three times over the previous two games. The 23-year-old is hitting just .150/.227/.225 through 44 plate appearances this season, but he certainly possesses the skills to excel as a leadoff man if he can get things going.
Apr 10 2018Margot exited Tuesday's game against the Rockies after being hit by a pitch in the ribs.A Scott Oberg offering ran in on Margot and he was unable to get out of the way as it stung him on the side. Margot was helped off the field and immediately went to the Padres' clubhouse. The Padres replaced him with Matt Szczur, who could start in Margot's place Wednesday if he's given the day off.
Apr 8 2018Margot will start in center field and bat ninth Sunday against the Astros, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.It's the second straight day that Margot will be deployed out of the nine hole with the young outfielder off to a 4-for-33 start to the season. Once his .115 BABIP normalizes a bit and veers closer to his .297 career mark, the hits should come in droves for Margot, but he may have to settle for a spot in the bottom third of the lineup until that happens.
Apr 5 2018Margot went 1-for-4 with one strikeout, one home run, one run scored and one RBI Thursday against the Rockies.Margot seemed destined for another disappointing performance to start the season, but salvaged his day by taking Rockies' closer Wade Davis deep in the ninth inning. That was only his third hit of the season-- his first extra-base hit-- and was his first contribution in any of the counting stat categories. It's been a rough start to the season for Margot, a popular breakout target during draft season, but it's far too early to panic.
Apr 4 2018Margot is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies.Margot is hitless in his last 11 at-bats, leading to a poor .100 batting average to start the season. He'll get his first night off Wednesday, allowing Matt Szczur to log a start in center field in his place.
Apr 4 2018Margot went 0-for-4 with a strikeout in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Rockies.It's the third hitless showing in a row for Margot, who is slashing .100/.217/.100 through five contests as the Padres' leadoff man. While it doesn't appear manager Andy Green is prepared to drop Margot down in the order just yet, it wouldn't be a surprise if the 23-year-old received a day off in the near future. Margot appeared in 20 Cactus League games before the regular season began and could benefit from a break both physically and mentally.
Mar 2 2018Margot went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in Friday's spring training victory over the Royals.Margot has just three hits through 15 spring at-bats, but he has chipped in a stolen base to display one of his strongest tools: his speed. It was an up-and-down season for the rookie in 2017, but he flashed the power (13 home runs) and speed (17 steals) combo that excited fantasy owners alike. With a full year of experience under his belt and a fairly tight hold on the leadoff spot in San Diego, the 23-year-old will look to take the next step in his development in 2018.
Oct 1 2017Margot is not in the lineup Sunday against the Giants.After four straight starts -- in which he went 1-for-17 at the plate -- Margot will find himself on the bench in favor of Travis Jankowski in center field. The 23-year-old will finish the year with a 92 wRC+ over 529 plate appearances.
Sep 25 2017Margot is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Dodgers.Margot will get the day off after starting seven straight games in center field, hitting .360/.433/.520 over that stretch. In his place, Travis Jankowski will start and bat seventh.
Sep 20 2017Margot went 2-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a pair of runs scored in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Diamondbacks.Margot had fresh legs after getting two days of rest following Monday's off day, and he responded with his 15th steal of the season. The 22-year-old has provided modest power and speed contributions while hitting just enough (.268 batting average) to remain fantasy-relevant in his first full season in the majors.
Sep 17 2017Margot is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies.Margot will get the afternoon off following eight consecutive starts. The 22-year-old -- who is hitting just .245 in September and has yet to connect on a home run this month -- will give way to Matt Szczur in center field.
Sep 8 2017Margot went 2-for-3 with a stolen base and a run scored in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals.Margot had his wrist examined after being hit by a pitch in his second at-bat, but he stayed in the game and delivered another hit for good measure. The speedy rookie swiped his second base through six September starts after notching just one in August. The 22-year-old doesn't score as many runs as traditional leadoff hitters (48 runs in 107 games) due to his pedestrian .314 on-base percentage and the Padres' overall offensive ineptitude. Margot has offset his lack of counting stats with double-digit totals home runs (13) and stolen bases (14).
Sep 6 2017Margot is out of the lineup for Wednesday's lineup against the Cardinals.Margot retreats to the bench following three straight starts, including an 0-for-4 day at the plate, with two strikeouts, during Tuesday's loss. In his place, Matt Szczur takes over in center, while batting eighth.
Sep 2 2017Margot is not in the lineup for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Dodgers.Matt Szczur will step in to man center field as Carlos Asuaje leads off against right-hander Yu Darvish. Margot walked three times in the matinee, matching his total from his previous 10 games, and he also chipped in a stolen base.
Aug 30 2017Margot went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Giants.Margot's three-run blast off of Matt Moore gave San Diego a lead that they would not relinquish. The 23-year-old has put together a solid rookie campaign with a .270 batting average, 13 homers and 12 stolen bases over 392 at-bats while serving as the Friars' leadoff man.
Aug 27 2017Margot is out of the lineup Sunday against the Marlins.With no reports indicating that Margot suffered an injury during his hitless performance Saturday, it appears safe to conclude that he's receiving a day off in the series finale following 15 consecutive starts. During that time, Margot slashed .295/.358/.475 at the plate, providing the Padres with a dependable option at the top of the order. Matt Szczur will fill the table-setting role Sunday, while also manning Margot's usual spot in center field.
Aug 24 2017Margot went 3-for-4 with two runs, a walk, and a strikeout in Thursday's win over the Cardinals.Margot played a hand in San Diego's ninth inning rally to break the tie and ultimately escape with the victory, notching a single before being brought around to score on a Jose Pirela sacrifice fly. He's hitting just .247 over 85 at-bats in August, but Margot now has multi-hit games in two of his last three outings and is riding a four-game hit streak overall. Margot is settled into his role as the table setter at the top of the Padres' order and that should continue Friday as they kick off a series against the Marlins in Miami.
Aug 17 2017Margot went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Wednesday's win over the Phillies.Wil Myers stole the show with three stolen bases -- including a steal of home -- but Margot got in on the action as well, notching his 12th stolen base of the season. The rookie hasn't been as aggresive on the basepaths as he showed in the minors when he tallied at least 30 steals in three consecutive seasons. However, the 22-year-old has impressed in the power department, smacking 12 home runs in 86 games after never surpassing that total in any of his minor-league campaigns. All things considered, Margot has had a successful debut with the Padres and could develop into quite the fantasy asset as he progresses towards his prime.
Aug 11 2017Margot hit two solo home runs in a 2-for-4 game Friday against the Dodgers.Margot has one of very few bright spots in San Diego. He now has 28 extra-base hits in just 81 games to go with 11 stolen bases. With 12 home runs already, Margot is on what would be a 20-20 pace over a full season. He has a strikeout problem -- he whiffed for the 71st time already Friday night -- but his power and speed combination is too much to ignore.
Aug 10 2017Margot is not in Thursday's lineup against the Reds, MLB.com's Mark Sheldon reports.Margot receives a day off after 16 straight starts, hitting .309/.314/.603 with five home runs and 11 RBI during that span. In his place, Matt Szczur draws the start in center, batting seventh.
Aug 5 2017Margot went 2-for-5 with a solo homer Friday against the Pirates.Margot gave the Padres a brief lead with his ninth homer in the seventh inning of a road loss. With a .280 batting average and 11 steals in 75 games, he's been able to help fantasy managers in those two areas along with a small amount of power.
Jul 30 2017Margot went 2-for-4 with his eighth home run and 11th stolen base of the season against the Pirates on Saturday.The toolsy rookie has been one of the hottest hitters in baseball this past week, batting .448 (13-for-29) with three homers and six RBI over his previous seven contests. Margot is a touch too aggressive (0.27 BB/K ratio) for a traditional leadoff hitter, but at just 22 years of age, he is displaying the power and speed potential that made him one of the Padres' top prospects heading into the season.
Jul 27 2017Margot went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and three RBI during Thursday's win over the Mets.Margot entered Thursday's game with a .299/.337/.425 slash line, two homers, six RBI, five stolen bases and 10 runs through 21 games since returning from injury. Additionally, he's now hit a long fly in consecutive games. His cross-category profile is extremely valuable in rotisserie settings, but just note that the 22-year-old outfielder projects to provide more speed than power over the long haul.
Jul 27 2017Margot went 2-for-4 with a triple, a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Mets.The extra-base hits were his first since July 2, but that doesn't mean Margot's been slacking at the plate -- the 22-year-old has a .325/.341/.450 slash line in nine games since the All-Star break. He has six homers and 10 steals in 68 games on the season, but with more experience and improved health he should be able to post even more impressive power and speed numbers down the road.
Jul 26 2017Margot went 3-for-4 with a run scored against the Mets on Tuesday.He's gone 6-for-13 since returning from the paternity list, but all the hits have been singles. Margot's prospect pedigree and speed give him appeal in deeper formats and especially in keeper leagues, though the Padres' leadoff hitter does have to contend with the team's subpar run-producing ability, which limits his counting stats.
Jul 23 2017Margot was activated from the paternity list and will bat leadoff for the Padres on Sunday against the Giants.Margot missed three games while on the paternity list, but will return just in time to help the Padres seek a series victory. He'll return to his regular role in center field, where he's accumulated 63 starts this season.
Jul 20 2017Margot is expected to be placed on the paternity list prior to Thursday's game against the Giants, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.In anticipation of Margot's absence for the first three games of the Padres' four-game set in San Francisco, the Padres recalled Franchy Cordero from Triple-A El Paso on Wednesday. Cordero is expected to see most of the time in center field while Margot is away, but the rookie should reclaim his everyday role once he's activated. Since coming off the 10-day disabled list in late June following a more than month-long absence due to a calf injury, Margot is slashing .257/.307/.343 with seven runs, four RBI and five steals in 17 games.
Jul 20 2017Margot was placed on the paternity list Thursday.As anticipated, Margot will leave the team to attend to the birth of his child. He will be eligible to return sometime in the next three days. To fill the hole on the active roster, Hunter Renfroe was activated from the disabled list.
Jul 16 2017Margot is not in Sunday's lineup against the Giants, Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot will get a breather for the series finale after starting the past 14 games in the outfield dating back to June 27. This comes as a good time for Margot to receive a day off, following an 0-for-4 day at the plate with three strikeouts during Saturday's victory. In his place, Matt Szczur draws the start in center while batting eighth.
Jul 15 2017Margot batted atop the Padres' lineup Friday, going 2-for-5 with a run scored in a 6-4 loss to San Francisco.Prior to the All-Star break, manager Andy Green had been using Wil Myers as his leadoff option, but his current configuration with Margot at the top makes the most sense traditionally. The 22-year-old has -- understandably -- been up and down at the plate in his rookie season, but his ability to provide runs and steals without being a complete drag on batting average keeps him relevant in fantasy circles.
Jul 9 2017Margot went 1-for-4 with his 10th stolen base of the season in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Phillies.After a hot return from the disabled list, Margot has come back down to earth over his last five contests, collecting just two hits in 20 at-bats. The 22-year-old has understandably been up-and-down during his rookie campaign, but the potential for steals keeps his moderate fantasy value afloat.
Jul 2 2017Margot went 2-for-3 with a double, walk and a pair of stolen bases in Saturday's loss to the Dodgers.Saturday's steals were Margot's eighth and ninth of the season, but his fourth since returning from a hamstring injury June 27. He owns a pedestrian 60 percent (9-for-15) success rate on the basepaths, but manager Andy Green continues to give his speedy rookie the green light. The 22-year-old owns a modest .275/.324/.402 slash line on the season, putting him in the fantasy conversation when you factor in his potential for steals.
Jul 2 2017Margot went 2-for-4 with his fifth home run of the season in a 5-3 win over the Dodgers on Sunday.Other than an 0-for-4 showing in his first game back, Margot has been hitting the ball well since returning from a calf injury. He's now 10-for-19 (with four stolen bases) across a five-game hitting streak and appears to be trending in the right direction heading into the season's midpoint.
Jun 29 2017Margot went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and three runs scored during Wednesday's win over Atlanta.This was just the second game back in the lineup for Margot after a lengthy absence due to a calf strain, so it was encouraging to see him active on the base paths. Speed is his biggest weapon, and Margot should continue to provide a serviceable batting average. He sports a .259/.306/.383 slash line through 209 plate appearances this season.
Jun 28 2017Margot (calf) was 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in his return Tuesday against Atlanta.It was the first game back for the Padres' center fielder, who had been out since May 24 with a calf strain. Margot will slide back into the leadoff spot, where he's hitting .250/.297/.383. He is also 5-for-10 this year on stolen base attempts.
Jun 27 2017Margot (calf) was activated from the disabled list Tuesday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.Margot is back with the Padres after spending a month on the disabled list with a calf strain. He was able to complete a five-game rehab assignment with Triple-A El Paso over the last week, clearing the way for him to return to major-league action. The 22-year-old, who was slashing .259/.305/.389 with four homers and five steals in 47 games before landing on the DL, should immediately reclaim his role as the Padres' starting center fielder.
Jun 18 2017Margot (calf) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A El Paso on Monday, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot has been out for the last three weeks with the calf strain, allowing Franchy Cordero to settle in as the Padres' primary center fielder. Given that he missed well beyond the 10-day minimum, Margot may require more than one game in the minors before the Padres activate him, but once that happens, he should immediately reclaim an everyday role.
Jun 17 2017Margot (calf) could embark on a rehab assignment Monday or Tuesday, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Prior reports said that Margot may be able to head out on a rehab stint over the weekend, but the Padres will continue to take things slowly with their budding outfielder. He ran the bases without issue Saturday, so even though the rehab assignment is a bit later than initially planned, he very well could return before the end of June.
Jun 13 2017Margot (calf) could begin a minor-league rehab assignment as soon this weekend, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot has been sidelined with a strained calf muscle since May 27, but has recently began taking batting practice with the team. The Padres will head out for a six-game road trip beginning Friday, at which point Margot may be cleared to begin his minor-league rehab assignment. Based on his current timeline, it appears that the speedy centerfielder will likely make his big-league return in late June.
Jun 8 2017Margot (calf) ran at full speed and swung in the batting cages Wednesday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.Margot has been sidelined since late May, but it seems like the young outfielder is nearly back to full form. This increase in activity likely means that a rehab assignment will be coming soon, although a firm timetable for his return has not been released yet. Franchy Cordero will continue to pick up most of the starts in center field while he's out of commission.
Jun 3 2017Margot has shed the walking boot he had been using to assist his injured calf, The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.With Margot now out of his boot he will resume ground work, and manager Andy Green is hopeful he will be able to run "relatively soon." It remains to be seen how much longer Margot will be sidelined, and if he will require a rehab stint before being activated from the disabled list.
May 30 2017Tuesday's MRI revealed inflammation in Margot's right calf and he will remain off his feet for now, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.No structural damage was revealed, which is good news, but it doesn't sound like Margot's return is imminent. He posted a .259/.305/.389 slash line with four home runs and five steals (on 10 attempts) prior to suffering the injury.
May 27 2017Margot (calf) was officially placedon the 10-day disabled list Saturday.There had been concern that Margot's calf issue would require a DL stint, and Saturday's move serves as confirmation. Margot's disabled list placement was backdated to May 25, so there's a chance he could return late next weekend, but a return later that week seems more likely. The Padres recalled Franchy Cordero in a corresponding move Saturday.
May 27 2017Margot (calf) will likely be placed on the DL this weekend, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.He was fitted for a walking boot for precautionary reasons, but it sounds like the injury is serious enough that he will miss at least another week. Margot has not played since May 24, so if he hits the DL he would be eligible to return on June 4. Matt Szczur will likely get the bulk of the starts in center field in the short term.
May 27 2017Margot was diagnosed with a strained soleus muscle, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot, who was placed on the disabled list earlier Saturday, will spend the next 4-to-5 days resting before moving forward in his rehab. He remains without a timetable for return, though one may start to materialize once he is able to resume baseball activities.
May 26 2017Margot (calf) is not in the lineup Friday and was seen wearing a walking boot, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.The absence comes as no surprise, but the fact that he's wearing a boot is somewhat concerning. It's unclear if this signals a more serious issue than before or if it's just a precaution to increase the likelihood that he'll be able to return to the lineup Saturday. Consider Margot day-to-day for the time being.
May 25 2017Margot (calf) will be out until at least Saturday, AJ Cassavell of MLB.com reports.The young outfielder was lifted from Wednesday's game with a calf tightness, and it was reported Thursday that the soreness had worsened Thursday. The Padres will be cautious with Margot and hold him out the next two games before making a decision on his next potential return date. Look for Matt Szczur to pick up some starts in center field while Margot is sidelined. Margot is still considered day-to-day at this time.
May 25 2017Margot (calf) is experiencing increased soreness Thursday but is still listed as day-to-day, Dennis Lin of the Union-Tribune reports.This is concerning news a day removed from the young outfielder being pulled from Wednesday's game against the Mets with tightness in his calf. He'll be held out of Thursday's lineup, and he likely won't be available off the bench, either. With his day-to-day listing, it's unclear whether Margot will be available for Friday's series opener in Washington. Matt Szczur would be the top option to take over in center field if Margot is ultimately unavailable Friday.
May 25 2017Margot (calf) is not in the lineup Thursday against the Mets, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot was taken out of Wednesday's game early due to a bout of calf tightness, and it seems like the Padres want to give him another day to heal up. Matt Szczur will man center field in his stead.
May 24 2017Margot was prematurely removed from Wednesday's contest against the Mets with right lower leg tightness.Margot was 0-for-2 before being replaced in the third inning by Matt Szczur. The severity of the injury remains unclear, though more should be known following the conclusion of Wednesday's game.
May 24 2017Manager Andy Green said Margot was removed early from Wednesday's game against the Mets with a sore calf, Dennis Lin of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.Margot apparently felt some tightness in his calf, prompting Green to lift him after just 2.5 innings to get him some extra rest. The injury doesn't appear to be overly serious, but his status for Thursday's finale remains up in the air. More should be known once he is able to test his calf in warmups.
May 14 2017Margot went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and a stolen base during Saturday's loss to the White Sox.The rookie is off to a respectable start with 16 runs, four home runs, 13 RBI, five stolen bases and a .277/.323/.426 slash line. However, it's is discouraging that Margot has been caught stealing four times, and Saturday's swipe was his only attempt in nine games despite owning a .366 on-base percentage during that stretch. His fantasy value takes a hit if he isn't active in the running game.
May 12 2017Margot is not in the lineup Friday against the White Sox.A strong rookie campaign has made Margot a staple atop the Padres' batting order, but he'll get his third day off of the year after starting the previous four games. Matt Szczur will take over in center field while Allen Cordoba moves into left field to fill the void there.