Jake Fraley
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Jun 30 2025Fraley (shoulder) was given a shot of cortisone Saturday in an effort to avoid undergoing surgery and keep playing, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will eventually require surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder, but he's doing what he can to stay on the field and help the Reds. He discussed surgical options with Cincinnati's orthopedic surgeon and was presented with one procedure option with a shorter recovery time -- in the past, surgery for labrum tears required an eight-to-12 month recovery. In theory, Fraley could undergo the surgery with a shorter recovery timeline during the offseason and be ready for the 2026 season.
Jun 28 2025Reds manager Terry Francona said Saturday that the team is discussing the non-surgical route for Fraley's recovery from a partial tear of the labrum in his shoulder, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley landed on the injured list Friday due to the shoulder issue, and he's sought opinions from at least three doctors to determine his recovery program. Francona's comments suggest that Fraley may be able to heal without going under the knife, though the manager didn't expand upon what that would mean in terms of a timeline for return. It's probably safe to assume that Fraley won't be ready for activation until after the All-Star break.
Jun 27 2025Fraley, who was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday, said he's dealing with a partial tear of the labrum in his shoulder, and he's awaiting a third opinion from a doctor before his recovery program is determined, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old has been managing chronic shoulder issues over the past four years, but the partial tear stems from a recent diving catch in the outfield. Fraley will be eligible to be reinstated in early July, but given the nature of the injury, he's likely to be sidelined through the All-Star break, at least.
Jun 25 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Yankees due to a banged up shoulder, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight game on the bench for Fraley, though he likely would have sat for both contests regardless of the injuries since Cincinnati is facing a second consecutive lefty (Max Fried) on Wednesday. The outfielder will have Thursday's team off day to aid in his recovery ahead of Friday's series opener versus San Diego.
Jun 19 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds typically hold the left-handed-hitting Fraley out of the lineup against southpaws, but after starting in each of the last four contests, the veteran outfielder will hit the bench while a righty (Chris Paddack) takes the mound for the Twins. Fraley will give up his spot in the lineup to Santiago Espinal, who starts at third base while Christian Encarnacion-Strand shifts across the diamond to first base and Spencer Steer picks up a start in the corner outfield.
Jun 11 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty Logan Allen on the bump for Cleveland, Fraley will take a seat for the series finale along with fellow left-handed hitters Gavin Lux and Will Benson. Fraley had started in right field in each of the Reds' last four games, going 5-for-12 with a home run, two walks, four runs, three RBI and a stolen base.
Jun 4 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Left-hander DL Hall is opening the game for the Brewers, so the lefty-hitting Fraley will begin the contest on the bench but could be a candidate to enter the contest once Milwaukee turns the ball over to right-handed bulk reliever Quinn Priester. Since returning from the injured list Friday, Fraley has gone 1-for-11 with a home run and three walks.
May 30 2025Fraley went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley extended the Reds' lead to 6-0 with a 400-foot blast in the sixth inning. It was an encouraging sign after the outfielder missed three weeks with a calf injury, and he'll look to solidify a firm platoon role against righties. His season line now sits at .210/.326/.395 with four homers, 11 RBI, 13 runs scored and three steals across 95 plate appearances.
May 25 2025Fraley (calf) started at designated hitter and went 0-for-4 for Triple-A Louisville on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley began a rehab assignment that's expected to last at least four games before he's re-evaluated, per MLB.com. Prior to suffering a calf injury, Fraley was the starting right fielder for the Reds against right-handers, but it's not clear what his role might be when he returns given how well Will Benson has played in his absence.
May 24 2025Fraley (calf) began a rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville on Saturday, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A sore calf has kept Fraley on the injured list for the past two weeks, but he seems to be nearing the end of his recovery and will play in a few minor-league games before rejoining the Reds. Manager Terry Francona said Monday that the goal is for Fraley to return early next week, so the 29-year-old could be activated ahead of Cincinnati's upcoming series in Kansas City.
May 19 2025Reds manager Terry Francona said Monday that he's hoping Fraley (calf) will be ready for activation from the 10-day injured list early next week, Charlie Goldsmith of the Dayton Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley tweaked his left calf nearly two weeks ago and appears to be making progress with his recovery. It's not clear whether the Reds will ask him to play in rehab games before returning, nor is it certain that Fraley will reclaim his job as the team's primary right fielder from the hot-hitting Will Benson once healthy.
May 10 2025The Reds placed Fraley on the 10-day injured list Saturday with left calf tenderness, retroactive to Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has sat out each of the Reds' last three games due to his calf, and he'll now miss at least another week as he moves to the IL. It doesn't seem like he'll need to miss more than the minimum amount of time, though the team hasn't confirmed any sort of timeline. Connor Joe was added to the active roster in a corresponding move to replenish Cincinnati's outfield depth.
May 9 2025Fraley has been scratched from Friday's lineup against Houston due to calf soreness, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was initially slated to return from a two-game absence due to a left calf injury that he suffered Tuesday, but it appears the issue is still bothering the 29-year-old outfielder. Rece Hinds will take Fraley's place in right field and bat eighth.
May 8 2025Fraley (calf) remains out of the lineup for Thursday's game in Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley tweaked his left calf Tuesday after entering the game off the bench and will now miss a second straight start. He was set to undergo an MRI, but the results have not been made available, so consider Fraley day-to-day for the time being. Rece Hinds is drawing another start in right field Thursday.
May 7 2025Fraley is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game in Atlanta due to left calf tenderness, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he didn't start in Tuesday's game, Fraley appeared as a pinch hitter and remained in the game to play right field, and he evidently must have hurt his calf at some point during the contest. His absence from Wednesday's lineup will mark the first time this season he hasn't started versus a righty. Fraley is being viewed as day-to-day, but he'll undergo an MRI as the Reds look to determine whether he's dealing with a calf strain, which would likely require a stint on the injured list.
May 4 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw MacKenzie Gore on the hill for the Nationals, Fraley and fellow left-handed-hitting outfielder TJ Friedl will head to the bench in the series finale. Santiago Espinal will spell Fraley in right field.
May 3 2025Fraley went 1-for-2 with a solo home run, an additional run scored and two walks against Washington in a loss Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley didn't start in any of the Reds' previous three games since the opponent started a left-handed pitcher in each of those contests, but he made an impact in his return to the lineup Saturday. The veteran outfielder walked and scored in his first plate appearance and belted a solo homer in the sixth inning, though his efforts weren't enough to lead his team to a win. Fraley's platoon role is a hindrance to his fantasy value, and he came into Saturday in a slump that saw him go 1-for-16 over his previous seven games, though he did steal a pair of bases and notch a 4:3 BB:K during that span.
May 2 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Friday's game versus the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the third straight game on the bench for Fraley since the Reds have faced a trio of left-handed starting pitchers. Blake Dunn will take over in right field against Washington lefty Mitchell Parker.
May 1 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed-hitting Fraley will retreat to the bench for the series finale while the Cardinals send southpaw Matthew Liberatore to the hill. Blake Dunn will step in for Fraley in right field and will bat ninth.
Apr 30 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty Steven Matz on the bump for St. Louis, the left-handed-hitting Fraley will give way to Blake Dunn in right field for the nightcap. Fraley went 0-for-2 with a walk in the Reds' 6-0 loss in the first game of the day, bringing his batting average down to .200 for the season.
Apr 20 2025Fraley went 1-for-2 with three walks, a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 9-5 loss to Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley led off the second inning with a solo blast, his second homer in as many games. He's provided little offensively to start the season, going 6-for-35 with one RBI and three runs over his first 14 games, but Fraley's been coming on lately. The lefty-hitting outfielder is 6-for-14 with four walks, four extra-base hits, five RBI and four runs scored in his last four outings.
Apr 17 2025Fraley went 3-for-5 with a double and a grand slam in Thursday's 10-inning loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley wound up a triple shy of a cycle Thursday. The 29-year-old outfielder capped a three-hit day with a go-ahead grand slam off Eduard Bazardo in the eighth inning, his first homer of the year, which looked to be the deciding blow before Seattle scored twice to tie the game in the ninth. Fraley, who'd been mired in a 2-for-12 slump in six games coming into Thursday, is now batting .234 with a .642 OPS, five RBI, five runs scored and a stolen base through 50 plate appearances this season.
Apr 11 2025Fraley is not in the lineup for Friday's contest against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's southpaw Bailey Falter on the bump for Pittsburgh, so the left-handed hitting Fraley will grab a seat. Blake Dunn is in right field and batting second for the Reds.
Apr 8 2025Fraley (side) is starting in right field and batting eighth Tuesday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was scratched from Monday's starting nine due to left side pain but is back in the lineup for Tuesday's contest. Fraley has yet to get on track at the plate this season and has gone 4-for-27 with one double through eight games.
Apr 7 2025Fraley was scratched from Monday's lineup against the Giants due to left side pain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was originally slated to start in right field and bat eighth, but he will now take a seat. It's unclear what exact injury he's dealing with, but in the meantime, Blake Dunn will slide over to right field while Jacob Hurtubise enters the lineup in left field and bats eighth in the series opener with San Francisco.
Apr 4 2025Fraley isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Back-to-back games against opposing left-handed starters will mean back-to-back days off for Fraley, who owns just a .504 OPS against southpaws for his career. Blake Dunn will fill in as Cincinnati's right fielder again Friday.
Apr 3 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will grab a seat on the bench to begin Thursday's contest while the lefty-throwing Nestor Cortes toes the slab for Milwaukee. Blake Dunn will pick up a start in right field as a result and bat sixth.
Mar 30 2025Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will head to the bench for the series finale while the Giants send southpaw Robbie Ray to the hill. Santiago Espinal will pick up the start in right field in place of Fraley, who started in the first two contests of the series and went hitless in seven at-bats.
Mar 3 2025Fraley went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's spring game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley launched his first homer and stole his first base in Cactus League action Sunday. At the very least, he'll be in the lineup against right-handers this season; the outfielder has a .504 OPS in 229 career plate appearances against southpaws. If healthy, Fraley's in line for 110-120 games, which is enough for him to post 20-plus steals, as he's done in each of the last two seasons.
Jan 9 2025The Reds and Fraley avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $3.125 million contract Thursday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was Fraley's second year of arbitration eligibility. The 29-year-old reached 20 stolen bases in 2024 but fell off to just five home runs over a career-high 116 games. He should be a strong-side platoon player again for Cincinnati in 2025.
Sep 19 2024Fraley is absent from the lineup in Thursday's contest versus Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Southpaw Chris Sale is on the bump for Atlanta, so Fraley will begin the game on the bench. Amed Rosario will patrol right field for the Reds in Thursday's series finale.
Sep 14 2024Fraley went 3-for-4 with a solo homer and an additional run scored in Saturday's 11-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley continued a recent hot stretch at the plate since returning from a stint on the injured list due to a knee injury. After hitting 15 homers last season, Fraley has struggled in the power department, with just five home runs in 2024, but he has two over his last 13 games. The 29-year-old has started each of the Reds last 13 games and has a hit in 11 of those games with a .333 batting average in that span. Fraley picked up his fifth three-hit game of the season and raised his batting average to .280 in the process. 
Sep 10 2024Fraley went 2-for-4 with a stolen base in Monday's 1-0 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley continued a recent stretch of larceny, swiping his fourth bag in the last seven contests. The recent surge upped his season total to 20, the second consecutive campaign with at least 20 steals.
Sep 5 2024Fraley went 2-for-2 with a double, a stolen base and a walk in Thursday's 1-0 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley reached base three times in a game for the first time since July 24 in the win over Houston. Fraley picked up his 19th steal of the season, and for the first time in his career he has a steal in three straight games. The 29-year-old is now one steal away from his second consecutive season of 20 or more swipes. He's hitting a respectable .275/.329/.383 for the year but is lacking in the power department with just four homers.
Sep 3 2024Fraley went 1-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored in Monday's 5-3 win over Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley, who has hits in both games since coming off the injured list Sunday, logged his 17th steal of the season in the fifth inning and scored on a Santiago Espinal single. The platoon outfielder seeks a second consecutive 20-steal season.
Sep 2 2024Fraley went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-3 extra-innings win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was activated from the 10-day injured list earlier in the day and inserted to start in right field. The outfielder had been out since Aug. 21 because of a right knee sprain. The lefty-hitting Fraley presumably will reclaim a role as a starter against right-handers.
Sep 1 2024The Reds reinstated Fraley (knee) from the 10-day injured list Sunday. He'll start in right field and bat sixth in the Reds' series finale with the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old is back on the active roster after a short stay on the injured list due to a knee sprain. Fraley had a .233/.298/.279 slash line across 15 games in August prior to the injury, but the lefty-hitting outfielder should reclaim a regular spot in Cincinnati's lineup versus right-handed pitching.
Aug 27 2024Reds manager David Bell said Tuesday that Fraley (knee) is on track to return from the 10-day injured list when first eligible Saturday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was placed on the IL last week with a right knee sprain, but Bell indicated the outfielder was given a pain-killing injection, which has helped. He's expected to resume hitting soon and be back in the Reds' lineup this weekend.
Aug 22 2024The Reds placed Fraley on the 10-day injured list Thursday due to a right knee sprain, retroactive to Aug. 21. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was a late scratch from Wednesday's lineup due to his knee, and he'll now sit down for at least another nine days while he recovers. Will Benson figures to start most days in right field while Fraley is sidelined, and the open roster spot will be given to Dominic Smith, who signed a major-league deal with the Reds on Thursday.
Aug 21 2024Fraley was scratched from the Reds' lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays due to a right knee sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The severity of Fraley's injury remains unknown, but his knee will cause him to sit out at least Wednesday's contest. Will Benson will fill in as the Reds' right fielder and bat eighth.
Aug 16 2024Fraley is not in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Royals, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's right-hander Michael Lorenzen on the mound for the Royals, but the left-handed hitting Fraley will begin this one on the bench while Will Benson starts in right field. With Spencer Steer playing more outfield of late, Fraley and Benson have seen their playing time dip.
Aug 11 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will bow out of the starting nine while the Brewers bring a southpaw (DL Hall) to the hill for the series finale. Stuart Fairchild will check in for Fraley in right field.
Aug 10 2024Fraley (ankle) is starting in right field and batting eighth in Saturday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley rolled his left ankle during an at-bat in the second inning of Friday's loss to Milwaukee, and he was taken out of the contest in the fourth frame. He won't end up missing any time, and he'll face off against Brewers right-hander Tobias Myers in Saturday's game. Since the All-Star break, Fraley is slashing .298/.327/.511 with two home runs and nine RBI across 49 plate appearances.
Aug 9 2024Fraley was removed from Friday's game against the Brewers with a sprained left ankle, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was limping out of the batter's box after grounding out to shortstop in the second inning, and he was eventually pulled during the fourth frame. The severity of his injury isn't immediately clear, though the fact he was able to remain in the game for an additional inning could be an indication that he won't need to miss much time.
Aug 4 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will take a seat for the third game in a row while the Reds face another southpaw (Robbie Ray). Spencer Steer will cover right field while Fraley remains on the bench.
Aug 3 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Left-hander Kyle Harrison will start on the hill for San Francisco on Saturday, meaning the lefty-hitting Fraley will take a seat on the bench to begin the game. While he rests, Stuart Fairchild will start in right field and bat eighth.
Aug 2 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has a .917 OPS with two homers and two steals in 10 games since the All-Star break, but he'll sit Friday as southpaw Blake Snell takes the mound for San Francisco. Stuart Fairchild will start in right field and bat eighth in the series opener.
Jul 31 2024Fraley went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk in Wednesday's 13-4 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley got the Reds on the board in the fifth inning, but they never mounted much of a comeback push. The outfielder went 12-for-40 (.300) with six extra-base hits, three stolen bases and 10 RBI over 15 contests in July. He's at a .278/.328/.383 slash line, three homers, 19 RBI, 30 runs scored and 14 steals across 250 plate appearances for the year strictly as a strong-side platoon player.
Jul 30 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will avoid a matchup with left-hander Justin Steele on Tuesday, giving way to Stuart Fairchild in right field. Fraley is slashing .279/.327/.372 in 245 plate appearances this season.
Jul 29 2024Fraley went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Monday's 7-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley reached on a fielder's choice in the second inning, then stole a base and came around to score on a Will Benson home run. Fraley has two steals in his last five games, the same amount he had in his previous 24 games. The 29-year-old will sit often against lefties, and with just two homers and 16 RBI through 76 games, he has to do more in the run-producing categories to be worth a roster spot.
Jul 28 2024Fraley is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went 0-for-5 with two strikeouts in the first two games of the series but will hit the bench Sunday with lefty Tyler Alexander poised to work as Tampa Bay's primary pitcher. Austin Slater will start in right field and bat eighth in the series finale.
Jul 24 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a tough lefty (Chris Sale) on the bump for Atlanta, the lefty-hitting Fraley will retreat to the bench for the nightcap. Austin Slater will pick up a start in the corner outfield in place of Fraley, who went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run -- his second of the season -- and a stolen base in Cincinnati's 9-4 win in the first game of the day.
Jul 23 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As per usual, Fraley will be on the bench against a left-handed pitcher (Chris Sale). Austin Slater, Stuart Fairchild and Rece Hinds fill the outfield from left to right Tuesday.
Jul 20 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will start Saturday's game on the bench with left-hander MacKenzie Gore set to start on the bump for Washington. Spencer Steer, Austin Slater and Rece Hinds will start across the outfield while Fraley rests.
Jul 19 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With left-hander Patrick Corbin on the bump for Washington, the lefty-hitting Fraley will take a seat. In his place, Austin Slater will bat sixth and play left field.
Jul 14 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley and fellow left-handed-hitting outfielder Will Benson will retreat to the bench for the final game before the All-Star break while the Marlins send a southpaw (Trevor Rogers) to the hill. Spencer Steer and Austin Slater will replace Fraley and Benson in left field and center field, respectively.
Jul 11 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he was activated from the family medical emergency list Wednesday, the lefty-hitting Fraley has yet to rejoin the lineup since the Reds have faced lefty starters Kyle Freeland and Austin Gomber on consecutive days. After Thursday's contest, the Reds will begin a three-game series versus the Marlins to wrap up their first-half schedule. The Marlins haven't listed a starter for Friday, but with right-hander Yonny Chirinos tentatively lining up to take the hill, Fraley will most likely be in the Reds lineup for the series opener.
Jul 10 2024The Reds reinstated Fraley (personal) from the family medical emergency list Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the lefty-hitting Fraley is back with the club in Cincinnati, he'll be out of the lineup Wednesday while the Rockies send southpaw Kyle Freeland to the hill. Fraley hadn't played since July 4 and missed three games shortly before his leave of absence due to a calf issue, so the Reds could be inclined to ease him back into action a bit. He should eventually settle back into an everyday role against right-handed pitching, making starts as a corner outfielder or as a designated hitter.
Jul 5 2024The Reds placed Fraley on the family medical emergency list Friday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: By rule, Fraley will need to miss at least the next three days but no more than seven days while on the list. The Reds have Nick Martini and Will Benson in the corner outfield spots and Jeimer Candelario at designated hitter Friday against the Tigers.
Jul 4 2024Fraley went 2-for-4 with a triple, three RBI and a stolen base in Thursday's 8-4 victory versus the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley broke the game open for the Reds with his bases-clearing triple in the seventh inning. It was just the third three-bagger of his six-year career, with two taking place this season. Fraley tacked on a stolen base in Thursday's victory, giving him 12 thefts on the campaign.
Jul 2 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will take a seat Tuesday against RHP Luis Gil. Nick Martini, Stuart Fairchild and Will Benson will fill the outfield from left to right.
Jun 30 2024Fraley started at designated hitter and went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in Saturday's 9-4 win over St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley returned to the lineup after missing three games with a calf injury and was given a soft re-entry at DH. The Cardinals have right-hander Lance Lynn scheduled to throw Sunday, so the lefty-hitting Fraley should get another start.
Jun 29 2024Fraley (calf) is starting in right field and batting fourth Saturday against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley missed three games after being scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to a bruised calf, but the issue has subsided ahead of Saturday's contest. The 29-year-old outfielder currently owns a career-best .277 batting average on the season; however, his .676 OPS represents his lowest mark since joining the Reds in 2022.
Jun 28 2024Fraley (calf) is expected to be back in the lineup Saturday at St. Louis, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has missed two consecutive contests with a right calf contusion, but he's on track to return Saturday. Santiago Espinal has drawn the start at DH in Fraley's place.
Jun 27 2024Fraley underwent and MRI on his right calf Thursday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear what the result of the exam revealed or if they're in yet, but Fraley will miss a second straight start Thursday after being a late scratch from Wednesday's lineup. Santiago Espinal is getting the call at designated hitter for Cincinnati.
Jun 26 2024The Reds scratched Fraley from the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates due to a right lower leg contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer, the injury likely stems from Fraley fouling a ball off the leg a few days ago. Levi Jordan was a late addition to the Cincinnati lineup and will start in left field while Fraley gets at least one day off to recover from the injury.
Jun 24 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will hit the bench for the second game in a row, with his absence Monday most likely being the result of the Pirates bringing southpaw Bailey Falter to the hill. Fraley owns a modest .655 OPS overall in June, but that should be enough for him to retain a regular spot in the lineup against right-handed pitching while the Reds continue to get hit hard by the injury bug. Starting outfielder TJ Friedl (hamstring) joined Christian Encarnacion-Strand (wrist) and Matt McLain (shoulder) on the injured list Monday, while Will Benson (elbow) is day-to-day.
Jun 23 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Sunday's game against Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will get a breather versus Zack Kelly and the Red Sox after going 3-for-8 across the first two games of the series. Spencer Steer, Stuart Fairchild and Will Benson will start across Cincinnati's outfield while Fraley rests.
Jun 15 2024Fraley went 2-for-4 with a double and a stolen base in Friday's 6-5 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been helpful for fantasy teams with 11 steals in 53 games, and he's hit safely in 13 of his last 14 starts, going 17-for-50 (.340). The run production and extra-base power are still missing, however. Fraley has just nine RBI and a .084 ISO through 156 at-bats.
Jun 7 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will dodge a matchup with lefty Justin Steele on Friday. Jonathan India will DH and Santiago Espinal will play second base.
Jun 4 2024Fraley is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Rockies sending southpaw Ty Blach to the mound Tuesday, the lefty-hitting Fraley will take a seat Tuesday. With him out of the lineup, Tyler Stephenson will serve as the DH and Luke Maile will start at catcher.
Jun 3 2024Fraley went 3-for-3 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's double triggered a four-run second inning, putting the Reds on a path to win. He's hit in seven straight games, going 10-for-26 (.385) with two steals, two doubles, one RBI and three runs scored during the streak. While many of his teammates have slumped early in the season -- the Reds' .220 average ranks 29th in MLB -- Fraley leads the club at .295.
Jun 1 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty starter Justin Steele set to toe the slab for Chicago, the lefty-hitting Fraley will step out of the lineup Saturday. His absence will move Tyler Stephenson into the DH role while Luke Maile starts behind the plate, batting ninth.
May 30 2024Fraley went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley swiped his ninth base of the season while extending a hit streak to five games (6-for-19). He's on pace for a second consecutive 20-steal season but has just seven extra-base hits in 134 plate appearances.
May 26 2024Fraley went 2-for-4 with two singles and a stolen base in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Dodgers. He was picked off and caught stealing on another attempt. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing three starts due to a hand injury, Fraley was back in the cleanup spot against right-hander Walker Buehler. Fraley stole a base right away after his single in the first inning, his eighth steal of the campaign, which puts him on pace to surpass 20 stolen bases for a second consecutive season. The power has been severely lacking, however, as he still sits with just one home run and his SLG is down nearly 80 points from a year ago.
May 25 2024Fraley (hand) is starting in right field Saturday versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has missed the Reds' last three games after suffering a bruised hand during Tuesday's contest, though he was used as a pinch runner Thursday. He appears to have fully recovered ahead of Saturday's game and will now look to get hot at the plate after beginning the year with a .692 OPS -- his worst mark since joining the Reds in 2022.
May 24 2024Fraley (hand) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley hasn't started a game since getting hit in the hand by a pitch Tuesday against San Diego. However, he's been utilized as a pinch runner since sustaining the injury but Fraley is ready to go, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, and could enter the game off the bench. Jacob Hurtubise will start in right field and bat ninth Friday.
May 23 2024Fraley plans to test out his injured right hand with some swings Thursday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: X-rays on Fraley's hand came back clean after he exited Tuesday's contest versus the Padres following a hit by pitch. However, he still has some swelling and will be absent from the lineup Thursday for a second straight day. The outfielder should be considered day-to-day.
May 22 2024Fraley (hand) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley exited early in Tuesday's 2-0 win after being struck on the right hand by a pitch. X-rays came back negative, but the hand is still stiff and it's not clear whether he'll be available off the bench, Reds manager David Bell told Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Cincinnati will use Nick Martini in right field Wednesday.
May 21 2024X-rays on Fraley's right hand came back negative Tuesday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is reportedly dealing with swelling after taking a pitch off his hand during the first inning of Tuesday's contest, but he seems to have avoided a serious injury. The Reds will re-evaluate his hand Wednesday, but it's likely the 28-year-old outfielder sits out a game or two in order to recover.
May 11 2024Fraley went 3-for-4 with a stolen base in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was the only Cincinnati hitter with multiple hits in the contest. He had gone 14 games without a multi-hit effort, batting a paltry .132 (5-for-38) in that span. That stretch put a significant damper on the outfielder's solid start to the year, but he's still slashing .304/.368/.392 with six steals, one home run, five RBI and 16 runs scored over 87 plate appearances. Fraley sat out a couple of games versus right-handed pitchers early in May, but it appears that was temporary as he has resumed a strong-side platoon role between right field and designated hitter.
May 8 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley and fellow lefty hitter Will Benson will head to the bench Wednesday while southpaw Jordan Montgomery toes the slab for Arizona. Luke Maile and Stuart Fairchild will join the lineup as the starters at designated hitter and in right field, respectively, while Fraley and Benson sit.
May 1 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second straight day, Fraley finds himself on the bench with a right-handed pitcher (Joe Musgrove) on the hill. The Reds haven't indicated that Fraley is nursing an injury, but the outfielder has thus far struggled to bounce back since returning to the lineup after a week-long absence due to an illness. In his first three games back in action, Fraley went 0-for-11 with five strikeouts. If Fraley is unable to show improvement in his subsequent starting opportunities, he could fade into more of a part-time role for Cincinnati.
Apr 28 2024Fraley went 1-for-3 with a walk and run scored in Saturday's 8-4 win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley, who returned from a week-long absence due to an illness, walked in his first plate appearance and came around to score. He was eventually removed late in the game as part of a defensive realignment.
Apr 27 2024Fraley (illness) is starting in right field Saturday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has missed the Reds' last six games due to an illness, though he was available off the bench Friday. The 28-year-old outfielder has been a key part of Cincinnati's offense this season, slashing .362/.423/.511 across 52 plate appearances.
Apr 26 2024Fraley (illness) is out of the lineup for Friday's game at Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is out of the starting nine for a seventh straight game as he continues to recover from an illness. Jonathan India will receive another turn at designated hitter while Santiago Espinal starts at second base.
Apr 25 2024Fraley (illness) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Jonathan India will rejoin the lineup as the Reds' designated hitter following a four-game absence due to an illness, Fraley will stick on the bench for a sixth consecutive contest while he's had a slower recovery from an ailment of his own. According to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, manager David Bell relayed Wednesday that Fraley has been showing improvement, so the Reds are seemingly hopeful that the 28-year-old outfielder will return to action at some point during the weekend series versus the Rangers.
Apr 24 2024Fraley (illness) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will be on the bench for a fifth consecutive game while he continues to work his way back to full strength as he recovers from an illness. According to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, Fraley has begun to show some improvement in his recovery, but he's not expected to be available off the bench Wednesday.
Apr 23 2024Fraley (illness) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is dealing with an illness and hasn't been in the starting lineup since Friday, though he did appear off the bench in Saturday's contest. Stuart Fairchild will receive another start in the outfield while Nick Martini serves as the designated hitter.
Apr 22 2024Fraley (illness) is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will take a seat for a third straight game while he looks to move past an illness that also seems to be afflicting infielder Jonathan India, who will join Fraley on the bench. Stuart Fairchild will start in right field in place of Fraley on Monday.
Apr 21 2024Fraley is not in the Reds' starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels due to an illness, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley won't start for a second consecutive game, though he did pinch hit for Jonathan India (illness) in Saturday's contest. Fraley would normally get the start against a right-hander, but he appears to have picked up the bug that India has. Fraley is 1-for-10 over his last four appearances, which has slowed down his otherwise hot start to the season. He's slashing .362/.423/.511 with four doubles, one home run and four RBI over 52 plate appearances while stealing five bases.
Apr 15 2024Fraley went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an RBI double in Monday's loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was caught trying to swipe a bag after stealing three bases Sunday, but he put his power on display with an RBI double in the fourth inning and a solo homer to right field in the seventh. He's recorded two hits in four straight contests, going 8-for-16 (.500) with seven runs and four RBI over that span. Fraley routinely sits against left-handed pitching, but he's been very productive when in the lineup, slashing .432/.462/.622 with 12 runs, four RBI and four steals through 39 plate appearances.
Apr 14 2024Fraley went 2-for-3 with two walks, three runs and three steals during Sunday's 11-4 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had a great day on the bases, scoring from second on an infield hit in the fourth, then swiping two bags in the fifth prior to coming home on a dinger by Nick Martini. Fraley added one more steal and run scored in the seventh to cap off a big day. Sunday marked Fraley's sixth multi-hit game in just eight starts on the young season. He's hitting .424 in 33 at-bats with 11 runs scored and four steals.
Apr 13 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed bat of Fraley will retreat to the bench Saturday as left-hander Garrett Crochet starts on the mound for Chicago. Stuart Fairchild will start in right field, and Jonathan India will serve as the Reds' DH, allowing Santiago Espinal to pick up a start at second base.
Apr 10 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will head to the bench for the second time in the series with Milwaukee bringing another southpaw (Wade Miley) to the bump. The Reds will deploy a starting outfield of Spencer Steer, Stuart Fairchild and Will Benson from left to right Wednesday.
Apr 8 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Milwaukee is opening the series with left-hander Aaron Ashby, so Fraley will hit the bench for the second straight contest. Stuart Fairchild will man center field, pushing Will Benson to right.
Apr 7 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will head to the bench for the fourth time this season, with all four instances coming against a left-handed starter. Stuart Fairchild will start in right field versus Mets southpaw Sean Manaea.
Apr 1 2024Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has now taken a seat in two of the Reds' first four games of the season, with both of the lefty-hitting outfielder's absences coming against left-handed starting pitchers. Will Benson will spell Fraley in right field Monday.
Mar 30 2024Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed bat of Fraley will begin Saturday's contest in the dugout with lefty starter Patrick Corbin on the bump for Washington. Fraley's absence will allow Jonathan India to serve as the designated hitter while Santiago Espinal makes his Reds debut at second base.
Mar 28 2024Fraley started in right field and went 2-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and two runs scored in Thursday's 8-2 win over Washington on Opening Day. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As usual, Fraley got the start with a right-hander throwing for the Nationals. The left-handed hitting outfielder had just 41 plate appearances against lefties in 2023. Fraley can be useful in a less-than full-time role, as evidenced by the 21 stolen bases he had last year in 111 games.
Mar 20 2024Fraley (groin) is starting in right field and batting cleanup in Wednesday's split-squad game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley exited Monday's Cactus League contest after fouling a ball off himself, but he's back in the lineup Wednesday after sitting out one day. The 28-year-old posted career highs with 15 home runs and 21 steals in just 380 plate appearances last season, and he should fill a platoon role for the Reds in 2024, though TJ Friedl's fractured wrist should create more opportunities early on.
Mar 19 2024Reds manager David Bell said Tuesday that Fraley (groin) is expected to be fine, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had to be pulled from Monday's Cactus League game against the Giants after a foul tip struck him in the groin area. While it was no doubt a painful incident for the outfielder, it's not a long-term concern.
Mar 18 2024Fraley left Monday's Cactus League game against the Giants after fouling a ball off his lower body, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was able to walk off the field under his own power, and he was spotted back in the dugout shortly after exiting, per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Manager David Bell noted after the game that Fraley got hit "below the belt" and that he's feeling better, per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer.
Mar 15 2024Fraley started in right field and went 1-for-2 with a stolen base in Thursday's spring game against Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley, who stole a career-high 21 bases in 2023, swiped his second bag in 10 Cactus League appearances. The lefty-hitting outfielder, who is hitless in eight at-bats against left-handers this spring, was on a strict platoon last season, making just four starts against southpaws. He had a .504 OPS over 41 plate appearances against them last season, slightly better than his career mark of .482 (173 PAs). Fantasy managers can expect a similar role in 2024, with Spencer Steer or Stuart Fairchild entering the outfield whenever the Reds face a lefty.
Jan 11 2024The Reds and Fraley avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.15 million contract Thursday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's Fraley's first year of arbitration eligibility and he'll get a nice raise after posting a .783 OPS with 15 homers and 21 steals over 111 games for Cincinnati in 2023. The 28-year-old remains injury prone and can't hit lefties, but he should be an asset again for the Reds against righties this season. Fraley had toe surgery in October but is expected to be ready to roll for spring training.
Oct 18 2023Fraley underwent surgery on his left fourth toe Oct. 11, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley played through a stress fracture in his toe during the final month of the season, waiting until the offseason to surgically repair it. The Reds expect Fraley to make a full recovery before the start of spring training.
Sep 29 2023Fraley isn't starting Friday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley hasn't logged a hit in 13 straight at-bats over his last five games, so he'll sit out to regroup Friday. His absence will allow Nick Martini to operate as Cincinnati's designated hitter while batting fifth.
Sep 26 2023Fraley is absent from the lineup Tuesday versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Spencer Steer, TJ Friedl and Will Benson will start across the outfield for the visiting Reds as Joey Votto fills the DH role. Fraley has slashed just .233/.327/.326 in 49 plate appearances since returning Sept. 1 from a stress fracture in his left fourth toe. The injury is expected to eventually require a surgical repair.
Sep 23 2023Fraley will sit against lefty Bailey Falter and the Pirates on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley made just four starts against southpaws in the first half and has made none since the break. Given that he's a lifetime .149/.266/.216 hitter in 148 career plate appearances against lefties, he's unlikely to advance beyond a platoon role any time soon. Christian Encarnacion-Strand will get the start at designated hitter in Fraley's absence.
Sep 22 2023Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup Friday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will get a day off Friday after going 1-for-9 with two walks during the Reds' previous series with the Twins. Fraley's absence will allow Christian Encarnacion-Strand to step in as the DH while batting fourth.
Sep 15 2023Fraley is out of the lineup Friday versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will remain on the bench Friday with southpaw David Peterson on the mound for New York. Tyler Stephenson will serve as Cincinnati's designated hitter in Fraley's stead, opening up a start at catcher for Luke Maile in the process.
Sep 13 2023Fraley is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Southpaw Eduardo Rodriguez is taking the ball for Detroit, so Fraley will grab a seat. He's been limited to designated hitter since returning from a toe injury, but those duties will fall to Hunter Renfroe in this one.
Sep 12 2023Fraley is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: TJ Friedl, Harrison Bader and Spencer Steer will start across the outfield as the Reds take on left-hander Joey Wentz. Fraley has slashed just .147/.250/.235 in 40 plate appearances versus southpaws this year.
Sep 9 2023Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup Saturday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Lefty Zack Thompson will start Saturday's game for the Cards, so the lefty-hitting Fraley will stay put in the dugout. Nick Senzel, Harrison Bader and TJ Friedl will start in the outfield while Hunter Renfroe serves as Cincinnati's DH.
Sep 8 2023Fraley is out of the lineup Friday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Nick Senzel, Harrison Bader and Stuart Fairchild are starting across the outfield for the Reds as they take on left-hander Drew Rom. Hunter Renfroe (hamstring) is back in action in the DH role. Fraley, a left-handed hitter, has slashed just .147/.250/.235 in 40 plate appearances versus southpaws this year.
Sep 3 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old started in two of three games since being activated from the 10-day injured list Friday, and he's gone 5-for-9 with three doubles and a run. Fraley will eventually require surgery to address the stress fracture in his fourth toe that sidelined him for most of August, and he may receive a few more off days than usual down the stretch as he plays through the injury. TJ Friedl, Harrison Bader and Will Benson will start from left to right in the outfield Sunday while Nick Martini bats leadoff as the designated hitter.
Sep 2 2023Fraley served as the designated hitter and went 3-for-4 with a run scored in a 3-2 win over the Cubs in the second game of Friday's doubleheader. He went 0-for-1 as a pinch hitter in the matinee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was activated off the injured list where he'd been rehabbing a fractured toe that will eventually require surgery. Per usual, he was in the lineup against a right-hander but was on the bench in the opener against a lefty. The Reds have a healthy supply of outfielders, so they can let Fraley operate as a DH only to minimize impact on the toe.
Sep 1 2023Fraley (toe) was activated from the 10-day injured list Friday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is eventually going to require surgery to repair a stress fracture in his left fourth toe, but he will delay it until the offseason as he tries to help the Reds' playoff push. He will mostly be limited to designated hitter duty for now, per Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer, as Fraley doesn't feel pain while hitting but does in the field. The 28-year-old is not in the lineup for the first game of Friday's doubleheader versus the Cubs but will likely be in there for the nightcap.
Aug 29 2023Fraley (toe) is beginning a minor-league rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Louisville. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is expected to play for Louisville on Tuesday and Wednesday before returning to the Reds' active roster ahead of Friday's series opener against the Cubs. He's been sidelined since Aug. 5 because of a stress fracture in his left fourth toe. The injury will likely require a surgical repair over the offseason.
Aug 23 2023Fraley (toe) will work out at Triple-A Louisville over the weekend and then play rehab games Tuesday and Wednesday, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With that schedule in mind, there's a chance Fraley could rejoin the Reds in time for a homestand beginning Sept. 1 against the Cubs. The outfielder will eventually require surgery but has been told he can play through the injury.
Aug 19 2023Fraley said Saturday that he will eventually need to undergo surgery on his toe, but he will play through his injury for now, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was told by his doctors that he could attempt to play through his injury, so he will do so in order to contribute to Cincinnati's postseason push. Fraley has already spent the minimum 10 days on the injured list, though it remains unclear when Cincinnati plans on activating him.
Aug 16 2023Fraley (toe) will undergo an MRI on Aug. 18, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has already used up the 10-day minimum stay on the IL, and it's uncertain at this point when he might begin rehab. The results of the MRI should provide clearer answers about the outfielder's next step.
Aug 5 2023Fraley was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a stress fracture in his left fourth toe. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old was unavailable for Friday's contest due to the injury and will be sidelined for at least another nine days, though it's unclear exactly how long Fraley is expected to be sidelined. TJ Hopkins was promoted in a corresponding move, but Stuart Fairchild could also have an increased role for the Reds.
Aug 4 2023Fraley was unavailable for Friday's game against the Nationals due to an unspecified issue, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's absence from the starting lineup seemed routine with a lefty (Patrick Corbin) on the mound for the opposition. Reds manager David Bell told the media after the game that Fraley was completely unavailable, though he didn't say why exactly, only that more information would be made available Saturday.
Aug 2 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will hit the bench for the second game in a row while the Cubs bring another southpaw (Drew Smyly) to the hill. Will Benson will slide over from his usual spot in left field to cover right field in Fraley's stead.
Jul 30 2023Fraley went 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 9-0 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has gone 10-for-34 (.294) with five extra-base hits and two steals over his last nine contests. The outfielder's productive Sunday lifted his slash line to .269/.351/.480 with 15 home runs, 62 RBI, 39 runs scored, 18 steals and 14 doubles through 316 plate appearances this season. He remains on the strong side of a platoon in right field, often batting fourth or fifth versus right-handed pitchers.
Jul 28 2023Fraley went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Friday's 6-5 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's blast off Bobby Miller capped off the Reds' three-run first inning. While Fraley is batting a meager .213 (10-for-47) since the All-Star break, he's tallied four homers and nine RBI in that 13-game span. The outfielder is up to a .264/.348/.476 slash line with 15 homers, 61 RBI, 38 runs scored and 17 stolen bases through 87 contests, primarily in a strong-side platoon role.
Jul 19 2023Fraley went 1-for-1 with a two-run home run and was hit by a pitch in Tuesday's 11-10 loss to San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley gave the Reds an early 2-1 lead in the bottom of the first inning with his 13th home run of the season. In the fifth inning, he was removed for pinch hitter Christian Encarnacion-Strand, who delivered a three-run home run off lefty reliever Sean Manaea for his first hit as a major leaguer. The lefty-swinging Fraley has just 36 plate appearances against southpaws in 2023.
Jul 17 2023Fraley went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley launched his career-high tying 12th home run to give the Reds an early 3-1 lead. He leads the club with 54 RBI. It was the third consecutive game he's batted third -- all against right-handers -- but there should be tweaks to the order after the Reds recalled prospect Christian Encarnacion-Strand from Triple-A Louisville. Fraley's playing time will not be affected, but his slot in the order could.
Jul 16 2023Fraley went 1-for-4 in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's fourth-inning infield single was the Reds' lone hit in what turned out to be the third consecutive shutout loss to the Brewers. He batted out of the three hole for a second straight game, swapping spots with Jonathan India, but it's unclear if that will be a permanent alignment going forward.
Jul 14 2023Fraley is starting at designated hitter and batting third Friday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has made 17 previous starts in the three hole this season, but this is the first time he's batted there since late May. He's flip-flopped with Jonathan India, who will move down to the five spot. Fraley has a .914 OPS versus righties this season and will face off against right-hander Corbin Burnes on Friday.
Jul 9 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will head to the bench Sunday with southpaw Wade Miley taking the mound for Milwaukee. Nick Senzel will start in right field and bat seventh.
Jul 6 2023Fraley is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll begin the series finale on the bench as the Nationals start southpaw MacKenzie Gore. Will Benson will pick up the start in right field for the Reds.
Jul 4 2023Fraley drew a pair of walks and picked up two steals in Tuesday's 8-4 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley started the game on the bench with left-hander Patrick Corbin on the mound before walking twice as a pinch hitter and swiping his 14th and 15th bags. The 28-year-old Fraley has been productive despite his platoon role, going 21-for-60 (.350) with six homers and eight steals in his last 20 games. Overall, he's slashing an impressive .274./359/.474 with 11 homers, 50 RBI and 30 runs scored through 245 plate appearances this season.
Jun 26 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will join fellow left-handed hitters Joey Votto and Will Benson on the bench for the series opener at Camden Yards while southpaw Cole Irvin takes the hill for Baltimore. Nick Senzel will pick up a start in right field in place of Fraley.
Jun 24 2023Fraley isn't in the Reds' lineup Saturday versus Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty Jared Shuster slated to start for Atlanta, Fraley and his .226 OPS against lefties will stay put in Cincinnati's dugout. Fraley's last three starts have come in right field, which will instead be covered by Nick Senzel on Saturday.
Jun 22 2023Fraley went 2-for-4 with a solo homer and two RBI in Wednesday's victory over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was the hero Wednesday, launching a two-run homer to right field in the bottom of the eighth to put the Reds up 5-3 and eventually send the team to its 11th straight win. The left fielder had two hits on the afternoon and is now batting .375 in June to go along with four long balls, nine RBI and 11 runs scored. He's also recorded at least two hits in four of his last eight games.
Jun 19 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley and fellow left-handed-hitting outfielders TJ Friedl and Will Benson will move to the bench for the series opener while southpaw Austin Gomber takes the hill for the series opener. After going 2-for-4 with a home run, a walk and three RBI in his return to the lineup for Sunday's extra-inning win over Houston following a brief stay on the injured list, Fraley should remain a fixture in the lineup when the Reds face right-handed pitching.
Jun 18 2023Fraley (wrist) was activated off the 10-day injured list by the Reds on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley missed just the minimum 10 days while recovering from a contusion on his right wrist. The outfielder is hitting fifth and playing left field versus the Astros on Sunday. The Reds optioned T.J. Hopkins to Triple-A Louisville to make room for Fraley on the 26-man active roster.
Jun 15 2023Fraley (wrist) expects to return from the injured list when first eligible Sunday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds return home from a road trip Monday, but Fraley seems optimistic he'll be back for Sunday's series finale in Houston. Fraley has been on the shelf for the last week-plus with a small muscle tear in his right wrist, but he's feeling better after being given a cortisone injection.
Jun 10 2023Fraley was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right wrist contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will be eligible to return June 18 in Houston. TJ Friedl was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move, and there will still be playing time available for at least one of Stuart Fairchild or Will Benson most days. Fraley's career has been plagued by injuries, as he has never played in more than 78 MLB games in a season since debuting in 2019.
Jun 9 2023Fraley (wrist) is not in the starting lineup Friday versus the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will remain on the bench for a third straight game Friday versus left-hander Jordan Montgomery. It's unclear whether he's available off the bench or not as a potential pinch hitter with his wrist injury, but Jonathan India will draw the start at designated hitter and bat third against St. Louis.
Jun 8 2023Fraley (wrist) remains out of the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight game he's sat out with a bruised right wrist, although Fraley almost surely wouldn't be starting against southpaw Clayton Kershaw, anyway. The Reds are slated to face another lefty Friday in the Cardinals' Jordan Montgomery, so we might not see Fraley back in the lineup until Saturday.
Jun 7 2023Fraley was scratched from the lineup Wednesday versus the Dodgers due to a right wrist contusion, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley got hit by a pitch in the wrist during Tuesday night's 9-8 win over Los Angeles, though he did play the entire game and can safely be considered day-to-day. Will Benson is now in right field and batting leadoff for the Reds on Wednesday. T.J. Hopkins will play left field and hit ninth.
Jun 6 2023Fraley (illness) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will cover right field and bat leadoff after missing Monday's series finale versus the Brewers due to a flareup of allergies. He's primarily hit cleanup for the Reds over the last few weeks, but Elly De La Cruz is up and occupying that spot in the lineup Tuesday.
Jun 5 2023Fraley (illness/allergies) was scratched from the lineup Monday versus the Brewers, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is dealing with some significant allergies Monday and was forced out of the lineup for the series finale with Milwaukee. Stuart Fairchild will replace him in the lineup, starting in center field and batting eighth versus the Brewers.
Jun 4 2023Fraley went 3-for-4 with a walk, a solo home run, an additional run scored and three steals in Saturday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second time this season, Fraley hit a home run and stole at least one base. He's slashing .258/.348/.417 with six home runs, 36 RBI, 19 runs scored and 11 stolen bases across 52 games (187 plate appearances). Fraley continues to get periodic days off versus left-handed starters, but he is consistently in the lineup against right-handers and hits in the middle of Cincinnati's lineup, giving him plenty of opportunities with runners in scoring position.
Jun 1 2023Fraley is out of the lineup again Thursday versus the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was on the bench Wednesday versus left-hander James Paxton and he'll grab some more pine Thursday with the Red Sox throwing another lefty in Chris Sale. Nick Senzel, Jose Barrero and Stuart Fairchild are starting across the outfield for the visiting Reds. Tyler Stephenson is taking a DH day while Curt Casali catches.
May 31 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will duck out of the starting nine with a southpaw (James Paxton) on the hill for Boston. With Fraley on the bench, Tyler Stephenson will get a day off behind the plate to serve as the Reds' designated hitter while Luke Maile handles catching duties.
May 27 2023Fraley went 1-for-5 with a stolen base in Saturday's 8-5 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has hit .262 (11-for-42) while logged four steals and nine RBI over his last 12 contests. That's right about in line with his overall numbers this season -- the outfielder is slashing .261/.350/.415 on the year with seven steals, five home runs, 33 RBI and 16 runs scored. He remains in a strong-side platoon role, though he has picked up two starts versus southpaws in May.
May 26 2023Fraley is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will take a seat as the Reds face off with left-hander Justin Steele. Nick Senzel will replace him in left field while Kevin Newman enters the lineup at third base and bats seventh in the series opener with Chicago.
May 24 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will be on the bench for the second time in the series while the Cardinals bring another lefty (Steven Matz) to the hill. Cincinnati will roll out an all-right-handed-hitting outfield of Nick Senzel, Jose Barrero and Stuart Fairchild from left to right Wednesday.
May 22 2023Fraley is not in the starting lineup Monday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will take a seat as the Reds face off with left-hander Jordan Montgomery on Monday. Stuart Fairchild will draw the start in left field and and bat sixth in the series opener with St. Louis.
May 14 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Braxton Garrett on the bump for Miami, the lefty-hitting Fraley will retreat to the bench in the series finale. Henry Ramos will pick up the start in left field in place of Fraley, who went 6-for-12 with three home runs, nine RBI, six runs and a stolen base over his past four games.
May 13 2023Fraley went 2-for-4 a solo home run and a three-run home run in Friday's 7-4 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's solo homer gave the Reds a 2-1 lead in the fifth, and his three-run shot in the ninth made it 7-4. After missing some time with back soreness, Fraley has hit safely in three straight games, including back-to-back multi-hit outings. He's slashing .260/.359/.430 with four home runs and 24 RBI across 34 appearances (117 plate appearances) this season.
May 9 2023Fraley (back) is in the starting lineup Tuesday versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley missed the final two games of the Reds' weekend series against the White Sox because of back discomfort, but he's ready to rock for the beginning of this three-game set against the Mets. He will start in left field and bat cleanup.
May 7 2023Fraley (back) remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox, but Reds manager David Bell said he expects the outfielder to be ready to return to the starting nine following Monday's team off day, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. "He could've played [Sunday], probably, but with the off day [Monday], the three full days of not starting, although he's going to be available off the bench for sure [Sunday]," Bell said of Fraley. "I just wanted to make the most of the time, let everything heal up." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was scratched from the lineup ahead of Saturday's 5-3 with lower-back soreness and will take a seat again in the series finale, but his absence Sunday appears to be mostly precautionary. The 27-year-old should settle back into a strong-side platoon role during the upcoming week.
May 6 2023Fraley was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the White Sox with lower-back stiffness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team announced the new lineup about an hour and a half before first pitch. Henry Ramos replaces Fraley in the lineup.
May 1 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds are facing a lefty for the third day in a row and Fraley has been on the bench each time. He's made just one start against a left-hander this season. Stuart Fairchild is in left field and Henry Ramos is in right Monday.
Apr 30 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Athletics, Sonja Chen of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has a modest five-game hit streak and is 6-for-15 with two doubles, a home run, six RBI and four runs during that stretch, but he'll take a seat Sunday with southpaw Ken Waldichuk pitching for Oakland. Spencer Steer will serve as the designated hitter while Matt Reynolds receives a start at the hot corner.
Apr 29 2023Fraley went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and three runs scored in Friday's 11-7 victory over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went deep in the top of the third, extending Cincinnati's lead to 5-1. The outfielder is now riding a four-game hit streak, and is slashing .230/.333/.351 to start off the year.
Apr 3 2023Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley will sit for the second time in the Reds' first four games of the season, with both absences coming when Cincinnati has opposed left-handed starting pitchers. Tyler Stephenson will get a day off from behind the plate and will replace Fraley as Cincinnati's designated hitter.
Apr 1 2023Fraley will be on the bench against lefty Rich Hill and the Pirates on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley batted third while serving as the designated hitter in the opener, reaching base three times. He started only four times against a southpaw all year last year, and the fact that he's on the bench against the first lefty of this season suggests that he'll remain strictly a platoon player for now. Kevin Newman will be Saturday's designated hitter.
Mar 20 2023Fraley (leg) will start in right field and bat fifth in Monday's Cactus League game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley left early in Sunday's game against the Brewers after fouling a ball off his leg, but his entry into the Reds' spring lineup one day later implies that his removal was likely precautionary. The 27-year-old has turned in a monstrous .986 OPS to go with four stolen bases through 13 games this spring and should be in strong position to enter the regular season with a strong-side platoon role either in the corner outfield or at designated hitter.
Mar 19 2023Manager David Bell said Sunday that Fraley (leg) should be fine after exiting Sunday's Cactus League game against the Brewers, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was removed from Sunday's matchup in the fourth inning after fouling a pitch off his leg, but the ball missed his knee. It's possible the Reds exercise caution since Opening Day is a week and a half away, but it seems unlikely that Fraley's regular-season availability is in jeopardy.
Mar 11 2023Fraley homered against Rangers lefty Cole Ragans in Saturday's spring training game, and he's hitting .375/.464/.667 in 28 Cactus League plate appearances. Fraley also drew compliments from manager David Bell regarding his baserunning and defense, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been batting third in the order in his most recent spring training starts against right-handed pitchers, perhaps indicating his likely regular season spot. The homer against a lefty on Saturday is noteworthy - he hit just .143/.226/.250 against them last season and rarely saw action when a southpaw was on the mound.
Oct 3 2022Fraley will start in left field and bat cleanup in Monday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Aristides Aquino is in the lineup as the Reds' right fielder, Fraley appears to have unseated him as Cincinnati's preferred option at the position heading into the final week of the season. Stuart Fairchild will head to the bench Monday to clear a spot for Aquino, who had sat out against each of the last three right-handed pitchers that the Reds faced. Fraley, meanwhile, started in four of the past five games while going 6-for-15 with a pair of solo home runs, two walks and a stolen base.
Sep 30 2022Fraley went 3-for-4 with a solo homer in Friday's 6-1 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley tallied three of the Reds' four hits Friday and accounted for the team's only run with a second-inning home run. Since returning from the injured list in July, the 27-year-old outfielder is hitting .297 with 11 homers and 25 RBI through 48 games. He's now gone deep in back-to-back games after a 12-game homerless drought.
Sep 28 2022Fraley went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley earned a start for the second consecutive game, and he took advantage by slugging a game-tying homer in the ninth inning. He now has 11 home runs on the season -- a new career high -- four of which have come in September. Overall, Fraley has a .249/.333/.462 line across 225 plate appearances for the campaign.
Sep 27 2022Fraley went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in a 4-1 loss Tuesday in Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley singled and stole second base in the fifth inning. He has four stolen bases in five attempts with three of those stolen bases coming since Aug. 21. Tuesday was his first start since Thursday as the Reds went with other options over the last four games. The 27-year-old has performed well since returning from the injured list at the end of July, posting a .287/.370/.513 line in 173 plate appearances.
Sep 26 2022Fraley is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Fraley is on the bench against a right-handed starting pitcher (Roansy Contreras) for the third straight game and appears to have moved into a full-time bench role. Stuart Fairchild looks to have taken over as the Reds' new primary center fielder at the expense of Fraley, who has posted a .564 OPS and 30.6 percent strikeout rate over his past nine games.
Sep 25 2022Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the third consecutive game on the bench for Fraley as he has a .602 OPS over his past 10 contests. Stuart Fairchild will receive another start in the outfield and appears to have surpassed Fraley on the depth chart.
Sep 24 2022Fraley isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although right-hander Corbin Burnes is starting for Milwaukee on Saturday, Fraley will be out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. Stuart Fairchild is starting in left field and batting cleanup.
Sep 23 2022Fraley isn't starting Friday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starting the last three games, Fraley will get a day off Friday since left-hander Eric Lauer is on the mound for Milwaukee. Matt Reynolds is starting in left field and batting seventh.
Sep 18 2022Fraley is not in the lineup for Sunday's game at St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went 2-for-4 with a strikeout in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader before he sat out of the nightcap, and he finds himself on the bench again Sunday. Stuart Fairchild will take over in left field against Cardinals lefty Jordan Montgomery.
Sep 17 2022Fraley isn't starting the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is resting after he went 2-for-4 with a strikeout during Saturday's matinee. Stuart Fairchild will take his place in left field and bat seventh.
Sep 15 2022Fraley (head) is in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley sat out a couple contests after being struck by a pitch on the head in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader, but he is ready to return to action. He will serve as the designated hitter and hit cleanup Thursday for the Reds.
Sep 14 2022Fraley (head) is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was hit in the helmet by a fastball and exited the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader and did not play in the nightcap. Fraley was not displaying concussion symptoms initially, but he is probably still sore at the very least, considering he is out of the lineup against a right-handed pitcher (Roansy Contreras).
Sep 13 2022Fraley is not experiencing any concussion symptoms as a result of the pitch that struck him on the head in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Pirates, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is feeling some soreness and will not be in the lineup for the second game of Tuesday's twin bill, but he appears to have avoided any sort of serious issue. It's unclear when he will be ready to return to action, but he should have a chance to do so Wednesday.
Sep 10 2022Fraley went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Friday's 8-2 victory over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley scored on a heads-up play in the first inning when Nick Senzel grounded into a double play. Fraley also scored the final run of the game on a ninth-inning solo shot, his 10th of the season and his third this month. Fraley has been on fire this month, slashing .333/.462/.810. He is currently on a three-game hit streak, which has taken his season batting average from .241 to .257.
Sep 8 2022Fraley went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional run and a walk in a 7-1 win against the Cubs on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley gave Cincinnati its first lead in the contest with his solo shot in the fourth inning. The homer was his ninth of the campaign, tying the career-high mark he established last season. He's notched that total in 100 fewer plate appearances during the current campaign.
Sep 6 2022Fraley is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He heads to the bench with lefty Wade Miley on the hill for Chicago. Stuart Fairchild is starting in left field and batting seventh.
Sep 3 2022Fraley went 1-for-1 with a solo home run in Friday's 3-2 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley launched a solo shot in the seventh inning of Friday's game. It was his eighth home run of the season and his first since Aug. 21. The outfielder has been on fire recently, going 7-for-18 (.388) over his last six games. He has increased his batting average from .237 to .250 during that span, picking up three runs, three RBI and a stolen base in the process.
Sep 2 2022Fraley will be on the bench Friday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been excellent in 27 games since his return from the injured list, hitting .307/386/.557 with six homers and two steals. That hasn't earned him a true everyday role, however, as he continues to sit against southpaws like Friday's starter Kyle Freeland. Aristides Aquino will start in right field.
Aug 31 2022Fraley isn't starting Wednesday against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley started five of the last six games but will head to the bench with left-hander Jose Quintana starting for the Cardinals. Aristides Aquino will start in right field and bat seventh.
Aug 28 2022Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he's produced a monstrous .977 OPS since being reinstated from the 60-day injured list in late July, the lefty-hitting Fraley will still be withheld from the lineup in select matchups against left-handed pitchers. With southpaw Patrick Corbin on the bump for Washington, the righty-hitting Stuart Fairchild will step in for Fraley in left field.
Aug 27 2022Fraley went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run and a stolen base in Saturday's 6-2 win against Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley sparked the offense from the leadoff spot, reaching base three times after going 0-for-9 in his previous two games. The outfielder made use of his legs, as neither of his singles left the infield, and he also notched a stolen base. Fraley doesn't have elite speed, but he's a good baserunner and has swiped 15 bases in 19 attempts across 135 major-league contests.
Aug 24 2022Fraley isn't starting Wednesday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is out of the lineup for a second consecutive game since left-hander Cristopher Sanchez is on the mound for Philadelphia. Aristides Aquino will take his place in right field and bat fifth.
Aug 23 2022Fraley is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game in Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hot-hitting Fraley will give way in right field to the righty-hitting Aristides Aquino as Reds manager David Bell plays matchups against Phillies southpaw Ranger Suarez. Fraley had started in each of the Reds' last nine games, during which he slashed .314/.415/.714 with four home runs, two doubles, one stolen base and a 6:7 BB:K.
Aug 21 2022Fraley went 2-for-2 with a home run, three RBI, four runs scored and three walks in Sunday's 9-5 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley set the tone early with his leadoff shot to begin the contest. He later added a two-run single and ended up reaching base in each of his five plate appearances. The red-hot outfielder has gone 20-for-56 (.357) with six homers and 16 runs scored over his last 18 games. During that span, Fraley's season OPS has jumped from .441 to .853 through 33 contests.
Aug 20 2022Fraley will start in right field and bat leadoff Saturday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This marks Fraley's sixth consecutive start atop the order against right-handed pitching, and he was in the two hole against the last lefty the team faced. Fraley went 0-for-4 in the series opener but is still slashing a healthy .340/.393/.620 with four home runs in 16 games since returning from the injured list. He looks primed to play a prominent role for this stripped-down Reds club over the final six-plus weeks of the season.
Aug 17 2022Fraley went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Tuesday's 11-4 loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has left the yard in both of the first two games of the series and is now slashing .405/.458/.738 with four home runs, nine RBI, nine runs and 5:4 BB:K in 14 games since coming off the 60-day injured list July 29. The 27-year-old will start in left field and bat second in Wednesday's series finale, and he looks like he'll be a mainstay in the Cincinnati lineup over the final six weeks of the season.
Aug 14 2022Fraley went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Sunday's 8-5 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley doubled and scored during the Reds' four-run second frame. The 27-year-old caught fire this weekend, going 5-for-9 with three runs scored and two doubles over the last two games. He improved his season slash line to .247/.330/.416 with seven extra-base hits through 27 games.
Aug 11 2022Fraley will be on the bench Thursday versus the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will get a breather in Thursday's Field of Dreams Game as the Reds take on the Cubs and left-hander Drew Smyly. Albert Almora will replace him in left field and bat sixth against Chicago.
Aug 9 2022Fraley went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley launched a two-run shot off Carlos Carrasco in the top of the seventh inning, providing all the offense for the Reds in the contest. The long ball was his third of the season and second in eight games since returning from the 60-day injured list July 29. Since returning to the lineup, Fraley has gone 9-for-22 with two homers, five RBI and three runs scored over eight games.
Aug 5 2022Fraley will be on the bench against lefty Eric Lauer and the Brewers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley returned from the 60-day injured list last Friday. Over his last six games, he's started against three righties while sitting against three lefties, an arrangement which will likely persist down the stretch. Albert Almora and Aristides Aquino will handle the outfield corners in his absence.
Aug 2 2022Fraley is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being activated from the 60-day injured list Friday, Fraley made consecutive starts to close out the weekend series with the Orioles and went 4-for-7 with a home run, three RBI and an additional RBI in those contests. The lefty-hitting Fraley could be in line for a large-side platoon role in the corner outfield for the rest of the season, but he'll be on the bench for the second day in a row while the Marlins bring another lefty (Braxton Garrett) to the hill. Albert Almora and Aristides Aquino will flank Nick Senzel in center field.
Jul 31 2022Fraley went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, an RBI single and an additional run scored in an 8-2 win over the Orioles on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley made a big impact in his first game back from the 60-day injured list with a knee injury. The 27-year-old left-handed batter belted a two-run home run en route to a three-hit and three-RBI performance. With fellow outfielder Tyler Naquin recently traded to the Mets, there should be plenty of playing time for Fraley down the stretch.
Jul 29 2022Fraley isn't starting Friday against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was reinstated from the 60-day injured list Friday, but he'll take on a bench role during his first game following his activation. It's not yet clear how much playing time Fraley will see, particularly once Albert Almora (illness) returns from the COVID-19 injured list. Matt Reynolds is starting in right field and batting seventh Friday.
Jul 13 2022Fraley (knee/toe) was sent to Triple-A Louisville on a rehab assignment Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is set to begin another rehab assignment after he suffered a setback in late May following a knee injury. The outfielder last played April 30, but he is expected to return in mid-to-late July. Prior to getting hurt, Fraley produced a disappointing .116 average with one homer, three RBI, five runs and a stolen base over 43 at-bats in April.
Jul 6 2022Fraley (knee/toe) took live batting practice Tuesday against rehabbing Reds pitcher Vladimir Gutierrez (elbow), Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since being pulled off his minor-league rehab assignment in late May with a bone bruise in his toe, Fraley has been easing back into baseball activities. His ability to take swings against live pitching is another step in the right direction, but he still may have to complete a full running program before the Reds sent him back out to an affiliate to play in games.
Jul 3 2022Fraley (knee/toe) has been cleared to resume taking swings and performing light mobility work in the outfield, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley should gradually increase his baseball activities over the next week before the Reds map out a rehab assignment for the 27-year-old outfielder, who hasn't played since May 27 after suffering a bone bruise to his toe. He had already been on the shelf while recovering from right knee inflammation.
Jun 13 2022Fraley (knee/toe) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Monday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been out of action since the end of April while battling right knee inflammation. He advanced to a rehab assignment in late May but was shut down with a bone bruise. He'll be eligible to return from the injured list June 30, but it seems unlikely he returns at that point given that he's still in a walking boot.
Jun 3 2022Manager David Bell said Friday that Fraley (knee/toe) will be in a walking boot for the next few weeks due to a bone bruise, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been sidelined since the start of May due to right knee inflammation, and he recently suffered a setback due to a toe issue. He's been diagnosed with a bone bruise and will be limited for several weeks due to his walking boot. A better idea for Fraley's return timetable will likely come into focus once he's cleared to resume baseball activities.
May 31 2022Reds manager David Bell said Tuesday that Fraley (knee/toe) will visit a foot specialist, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been out since the start of May with right knee inflammation. He began a rehab assignment May 22 and appeared in four games but had to pause due to an unspecified toe issue. A new timeline for his return should emerge after he visits the specialist.
May 29 2022Reds manager David Bell said Fraley (knee) was scratched from the lineup for his scheduled rehab game at Triple-A Louisville on Saturday due to a toe issue, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been on the shelf since May 1 with right knee inflammation, but the 27-year-old outfielder now looks like he has a new concern that could push back his return date from the 10-day injured list. Through the first four games of his rehab assignment, Fraley went 2-for-11 with a home run, a stolen base and three walks, but it's unclear when he might be cleared to rejoin the Triple-A lineup. Even once he's activated from the IL, Fraley won't be guaranteed an everyday role in the Cincinnati outfield.
May 24 2022The Reds transferred Fraley's (knee) rehab assignment from High-A Dayton to Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley heads to Louisville after he started and went 0-for-1 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in his lone game with Dayton on Sunday, which marked his first competitive action since April 30. The 26-year-old could stay on his rehab assignment through the weekend before being activated from the 10-day IL. Whenever he makes his way back on the 26-man active roster, Fraley may have to settle for a fourth-outfield role behind everyday starters Tommy Pham, Tyler Naquin and Nick Senzel.
May 21 2022Fraley (knee) began a rehab assignment with High-A Dayton on Saturday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been out since the start of May with right knee inflammation. Considering he hasn't been out long, he shouldn't need to play in too many rehab games before being activated, but a precise timeline for his return is not yet available.
May 1 2022Fraley was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday with right knee inflammation. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts and an error during Saturday's contest and will now head to the injured list. TJ Friedl was recalled from Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move as outfield depth.
Apr 26 2022Fraley (knee) will serve as the Reds' designated hitter and will bat ninth in Tuesday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley didn't appear in any of the Reds' last three games and was out of the lineup for the last five contests while dealing with a sore knee, but he apparently made enough progress following Monday's off day to make his return to the starting nine. Though Fraley looks like he'll continue to play regularly against right-handed pitching, his poor .129/.229/.258 slash line on the season means he'll likely continue to slot in the lower third of the batting order.
Apr 24 2022Fraley is expected to be available off the bench Sunday against the Cardinals after sitting out the past four games with a sore knee, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley appeared to have simply lost his grip on the starting role since the injury wasn't previously reported, but he could rejoin the lineup Tuesday versus San Diego. However, any remaining job security is tenuous at best given he has a .129/.229/.258 slash line through 11 games this season.
Apr 22 2022Fraley will sit Friday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley sits for the third straight game, a stretch that followed a run of 10 straight starts. His last two absences have come against lefties, including Friday's starter Steven Matz, though it's also possible he's on the bench due to poor performance, as he's hit just .129/.229/.258 through his first 11 games as a Red. Tommy Pham, Nick Senzel and Aristides Aquino will be the Reds' outfielders Friday.
Apr 20 2022Fraley isn't starting Wednesday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has gone 1-for-15 with two runs, a stolen base, three walks and four strikeouts in his last five appearances. The lefty-hitting Fraley will be out of the lineup for a second straight game while San Diego brings a southpaw (MacKenzie Gore) to the hill. Brandon Drury will serve as the designated hitter while Aristides Aquino starts in right field and bats sixth.
Apr 19 2022Fraley is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was on the bench for the season opener but started the past nine games, and he'll receive a day off Tuesday. Tommy Pham, TJ Friedl and Aristides Aquino will start from left to right in the outfield.
Apr 13 2022Fraley went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's loss to the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder launched an Eli Morgan 3-2 fastball deep in the fifth inning for his first long ball of the season. Overall, Fraley has started each of the Reds' first six games of the season and has a chance to produce a career year in 2022.
Apr 12 2022Fraley will serve as Cincinnati's designated hitter and will bat ninth Tuesday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will start for the fourth game in a row and looks like he'll be a near-everyday player in Cincinnati's lineup against right-handed pitching. Thus far, Fraley hasn't made much of a splash in fantasy with a 1-for-9 mark at the dish plus two RBI and a run through three games, but he showed an interesting blend of power (nine home runs) and speed (10 stolen bases) over 265 plate appearances with Seattle in 2021.
Mar 31 2022Fraley swiped his fourth base of spring training in Thursday's loss to the White Sox, tying him for the overall spring training lead. Reds manager David Bell suggested that the Reds generally might run more this season, Jesse Borek of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Reds stole only 36 bases last season, which was less of a preference by Bell but instead a reflection of the active roster. Fraley and Tommy Pham both project to run more, as would Nick Senzel if he can stay healthy. "Hopefully, my style as a manager is to maximize the team that we have, not to try to control the style in my own personal way," Bell said. "It's based on our roster, what our strengths are. If our team is faster and we have guys that have a knack to steal bases -- which I do believe we'll have more of -- then for sure [we'll attempt more steals]."
Mar 26 2022Fraley (illness) is starting Saturday's Cactus League game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to a stomach illness, but he'll return to action several days later. He's gone 3-for-5 with a run, an RBI, a stolen base and a walk across two spring appearances this year.
Mar 23 2022Fraley was scratched from Wednesday's Cactus League lineup against the Brewers due to a stomach illness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went 3-for-5 with a run, an RBI, a stolen base and a walk across his first two spring appearances of the year, but he'll be a late scratch Wednesday. However, it's unlikely that the issue will impact his availability for Opening Day. TJ Friedl will take over in left field and bat third.
Mar 14 2022Fraley, Justin Dunn and Brandon Williamson were sent from Seattle to Cincinnati on Monday in exchange for Jesse Winker and Eugenio Suarez, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was already looking at a bench role in Seattle, and he would have been pushed further down the depth chart by Winker's arrival. He's now heading to a much more hitter-friendly park and should have far less competition for at-bats. While his career track record doesn't make him a lock for a starting rule, he's coming off a promising age-26 season in which his .210/.352/.369 slash line was good for a 109 wRC+. He hit nine homers and stole 10 bases in 265 trips to the plate and also demonstrated a great eye, walking 17.4 percent of the time.
Oct 3 2021Fraley is on the bench for Sunday's game against the Angels, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A third straight game facing a left-handed pitcher means Fraley remains on the bench. Dylan Moore is starting in left field and batting ninth.
Oct 2 2021Fraley isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will be on the bench for a second straight game with left-hander Jhonathan Diaz starting for the Halos on Saturday. Dylan Moore will start in left field and bat ninth.
Oct 1 2021Fraley will sit Friday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley and Dylan Moore have been platooning in left field down the stretch. That arrangement continues Friday, as it will be Moore in the lineup against lefty Jose Suarez.
Sep 27 2021Fraley isn't starting Monday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley hasn't started against left-handed pitchers recently, and he'll retreat to the bench with southpaw Cole Irvin on the mound for Oakland. Dylan Moore will start in left field and bat ninth.
Sep 26 2021Fraley went 1-for-4 with a double, three RBI, three strikeouts and a stolen base in Sunday's 5-1 triumph over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was largely unsuccessful Sunday but came through when it counted with a bases-clearing double in the eighth inning to extend Seattle's one-run lead to a four-run margin. He went on to steal third base for his 10th swipe of the season. The 26-year-old has received regular playing time since returning from injury earlier this month, though Fraley hasn't produced with a subpar .148/.294/.222 line in 11 games.
Sep 24 2021Fraley is not starting Friday against the Angels and left-hander Jose Suarez. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will sit for the third time in five games against a lefty starter after going 0-for-2 in Thursday's win over Oakland. Dylan Moore will start in left field and bat ninth Friday.
Sep 22 2021Fraley is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will take a seat for the third time in the past five games with lefty-hander Cole Irvin on the mound for Oakland. Dylan Moore will start in left field and bat ninth.
Sep 20 2021Fraley is out of the lineup Monday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is 2-for-14 since being reinstated from the injured list last week and will take a seat for the second time in the past three games. Dylan Moore will start in left field Monday for Seattle.
Sep 18 2021Fraley will sit Saturday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley started against three straight righties after returning from a shoulder injury Tuesday but will sit Saturday against lefty Kris Bubic. Dylan Moore takes over in left field.
Sep 14 2021Fraley (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old last played Aug. 27 prior to hitting the IL and has served mostly as an option versus right-handed pitching this season. He will start in left field and bat seventh Tuesday against Red Sox righty starter Nathan Eovaldi.
Sep 12 2021Fraley (shoulder) was slated to play in the outfield during Triple-A Tacoma's game against Sacramento on Sunday but the contest was postponed by rain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley thus missed a chance to test his shoulder on defense after coming through Saturday's game, in which he filled the designated hitter role, without setbacks. It remains to be seen if the Mariners will want to wait things out and have Fraley suit up for at least one game in the field for the Rainiers before deeming him ready for activation, but further clarity should be gleaned on that front sometime Monday.
Sep 11 2021Fraley (shoulder) went 1-for-4 in Triple-A Tacoma's win over Sacramento on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley took all four possible plate appearances as the designated hitter for the Rainiers without any apparent setbacks. Assuming he's feeling up to it Sunday, Fraley is likely to attempt to play a full game in the outfield in what would be his second and possibly final rehab game before activation.
Sep 10 2021Fraley (shoulder) could begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Tacoma as soon as Saturday, the team's official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley recently began swinging a bat again, and although there were reports earlier in the week he was dealing with some discomfort, he's apparently been making progress since then. A rehab assignment with the Rainiers would likely be of short duration when considering his time on the shelf only dates back to Aug. 27.
Sep 7 2021Fraley (shoulder) could join the Mariners this weekend at home against the Diamondbacks, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Divish says Fraley could return for the upcoming homestand, which begins Friday. He has been out since Aug. 27 with a shoulder injury. Fraley has had stretches of being highly productive this season, but he hit just .172/.254/.297 with two home runs and two steals in 64 August at-bats.
Aug 28 2021Fraley was placed on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was slated to miss a second consecutive game Saturday since left-hander Daniel Lynch is starting for the Royals, but the outfielder is apparently dealing with a shoulder injury. It's not yet clear whether the issue will force him to miss more than the minimum of 10 days, but Dylan Moore and Jake Bauers are in line for an uptick in playing time in left field while Fraley is sidelined.
Aug 27 2021Fraley isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will be on the bench for the second time in the last three games after he went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, a walk and a strikeout Thursday. Dylan Moore will start in left field and bat ninth.
Aug 24 2021Fraley will be on the bench Tuesday against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley hasn't been completely protected from facing southpaws since he returned from the COVID-19 injured list in early August, but when he does hit the bench, it's always been against a lefty. He'll rest Tuesday with Cole Irvin starting for Oakland, with Dylan Moore starting in left field.
Aug 22 2021Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With lefty Framber Valdez on the hill for Houston, the lefty-hitting Fraley will retreat to the bench for the series finale. Platoon mate Dylan Moore will pick up a start in left field in place of Fraley, who is slashing .154/.241/.231 with one home run and two stolen bases over 18 games in August.
Aug 15 2021Fraley is out of the lineup Sunday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will sit for the second time in the past three days with Toronto sending out another left-handed starter (Steven Matz). Dylan Moore will work in left field Sunday for the Mariners.
Aug 13 2021Fraley is not in Friday's lineup against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Robbie Ray on the hill for Toronto, Fraley will head to the bench. The Mariners face lefties on Saturday (Hyun Jin Ryu) and Sunday (Steven Matz) as well, so he could play sparingly, if at all, this weekend. Dylan Moore is starting in left field and batting ninth.
Aug 12 2021Fraley went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley slammed a solo home run off Mike Foltynewicz in the seventh inning to extend the Mariners lead. The 26-year-old has struggled this season, slashing .227/.389/.418 with eight long balls, 27 RBI, 21 runs and eight steals in 180 plate appearances. He is batting just .207 in 20 games since July 1.
Aug 10 2021Fraley is not starting Tuesday's series opener against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went hitless with seven strikeouts during the weekend series in New York and has gone 3-for-19 in seven games since returning from the injured list. Dylan Moore is playing left field and batting ninth Tuesday.
Aug 5 2021Fraley is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Mariners opposing a lefty starting pitcher (Nestor Cortes) in the series opener, the lefty-hitting Fraley will hit the bench for a second straight day. The Mariners appear content to deploy Fraley in the strong side of a platoon in left field with the righty-hitting Dylan Moore, who will get the starting nod Thursday.
Aug 4 2021Fraley isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had returned to the lineup in each of the last two games, but he'll get a breather after he went 3-for-7 with a double, two runs, two RBI, a stolen base, two walks and a strikeout. Dylan Moore will take over in left field and bat ninth.
Aug 3 2021Fraley went 2-for-4 with a walk, a steal, two RBI and a run in Monday's 8-2 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Activated from the COVID-19 list earlier in the day, Fraley showed no signs of rust or fatigue despite having been sidelined since mid-July. The 26-year-old should see consistent playing time at least until Kyle Lewis (knee) is back in action, and Fraley's .246/.416/.441 slash line on the season with seven homers, eight steals, 25 RBI and 19 runs through 41 games offers solid fantasy value on a per-game basis.
Aug 2 2021Fraley (illness) was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list Monday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley tested positive for COVID-19 in mid-July, and he's been sidelined since then. However, he appeared in four rehab games and went 3-for-11 with two runs, two RBI, a stolen base and four walks. The 26-year-old will start in left field and bat sixth against the Rays on Monday.
Jul 30 2021Fraley (illness) is 1-for-7 with two walks and two RBI over two rehab games with Triple-A Tacoma. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder is recovering from a bout with COVID-19, which led to his placement on the specialized injured list July 18. Now having logged a handful of at-bats to aid in reestablishing his timing, it remains to be seen if Fraley will be activated at some point during the weekend series against the Rangers.
Jul 26 2021Fraley (illness) rejoined the Mariners on Monday and will go through a full workout before starting a rehab assignment, Corey Brock of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been on the COVID-19 injured list since June 18 after testing positive for the virus, and he's cleared the health and safety protocols. The 26-year-old is expected to join Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday for a rehab stint if he checks out fine during Monday's workout.
Jul 22 2021Fraley (COVID-19) is feeling better, but he will remain away from the team until at least July 26, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is currently in southern California due to a positive COVID-19 test. However, he is feeling better and can rejoin the team within the next few days. Even so, Fraley will need time to ramp back up, so he it's possible that he is sidelined until the final days of July or early August.
Jul 18 2021Mariners manager Scott Servais confirmed that Fraley's placement on the injured list Sunday was the result of a positive COVID-19 test, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The skipper noted that Fraley has experienced symptoms of the virus, so the outfielder could require a longer recovery period than most other players who have been placed on the COVID-19-related IL this season. Dillon Thomas was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma in a corresponding move, and he could vie with Shed Long and Jake Bauers for two available spots in the Mariners' everyday outfield. Top prospect Jarred Kelenic looks to be the only Mariners outfielder locked into a regular role after being promoted from Tacoma coming out of the All-Star break.
Jul 17 2021Fraley (illness) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was scratched from Friday's lineup due to a non-COVID illness and the issue is apparently still bothering him. Jarred Kelenic will start in center field while Mitch Haniger plays right field and Luis Torrens starts at designated hitter. Per Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle, there's a chance that Fraley could be available to pinch hit Saturday.
Jul 16 2021Fraley was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Angels due to an illness, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was unable to start Friday since he was feeling under the weather, but the issue isn't believed to be related to COVID-19. The 26-year-old remains with the team in Anaheim, so he should be considered day-to-day for now.
Jul 14 2021Fraley posted a .120/.233/.120 slash line with two RBI, four walks and one run across 30 plate appearances over his last eight games of the first half of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The inconsistent outfielder limped into the All-Star break after an encouraging 27-game stretch of hitting that easily qualified as Fraley's best yet in the majors. The 26-year-old posted a .291 average and 1.010 OPS over the first 100 plate appearances he logged following his return from the injured list May 31, a sample that included all seven of Fraley's home runs this season as well as 20 of his 23 RBI. The hope for both the Mariners and fantasy managers is that the time away afforded by the All-Star break will give Fraley an opportunity to reset at the plate and bring his pedestrian .237 average much more up to par with his elite .409 on-base percentage and respectable .439 slugging percentage.
Jul 3 2021Fraley went 2-for-3 with a solo homer, two walks, two stolen bases, two RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 5-4 extra-innings win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley got the Mariners on the board in the fifth with a leadoff solo homer to right. The 26-year-old would eventually walk it off in the 10th after sneaking a ground ball past the second baseman to score Jake Bauers from third. Fraley has successfully reached base in eight of his last nine games and is slashing .270/.454/.528 with seven homers, 21 RBI, 17 runs scored, seven steals and a 29:30 BB:K over 119 plate appearances. Fraley's been a nice surprise in his first full season at the major league level. He possesses above-average speed and has a keen sense for getting on base often.
Jul 1 2021Fraley went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk during Thursday's win over Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley extended Seattle's lead by taking Hyun Jin Ryu deep in the second inning. It was the fourth multi-hit game of the year for Fraley, who missed nearly two months earlier in the season due to a left hamstring strain. Across 31 games, the 26-year-old is batting .256/.439/.488 with six long balls.
Jun 30 2021Fraley isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley drew four consecutive starts and went 1-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, three walks and four strikeouts during that time. Jake Bauers will shift to left field while Ty France starts at first base.
Jun 25 2021Fraley went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a pair of walks in Friday's 9-3 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley extended Seattle's lead to 5-1 with his sixth-inning blast. The outfielder is slashing .247/.444/.479 with five homers, 18 RBI, 14 runs scored and five stolen bases across 99 plate appearances. He's shown a good eye at the plate with a 25:24 BB:K ratio so far, although his walk rate is likely to regress over time.
Jun 23 2021Fraley isn't starting Wednesday's game against Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had started each of the last three games, and he went 2-for-10 with a stolen base, a walk and four strikeouts. Shed Long will start in left field and bat seventh.
Jun 19 2021Fraley (undisclosed) is starting Saturday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was out of the lineup in each of the last two games for an unspecified reason, but he'll start in center field and bat eighth Saturday. Across his last three games, the 26-year-old has gone 1-for-9 with a run, an RBI, a walk and five strikeouts.
Jun 18 2021Fraley (undisclosed) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was scratched from Thursday's lineup for an undisclosed reason but was able to pinch hit late in the contest. He's out of the lineup again Friday, though the nature of any potential injury remains unclear. Shed Long will start in left field in his absence.
Jun 17 2021Fraley was scratched from Thursday's lineup against the Rays, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was originally slated to start in center field and hit third. However, Taylor Trammell will now take over the position and hit ninth in Fraley's absence. No reason has been given for Fraley's removal from the lineup.
Jun 15 2021Fraley went 2-for-2 with two walks, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 4-3 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley singled J.P. Crawford home to get the Mariners on the board in the third and then came around to score in the fifth on an RBI double by Ty France. The 26-year-old was reinstated from the injured list May 31 and has since slashed .317/.481/.634 with four home runs, 14 RBI, 10 runs scored, three stolen bases and a 13:12 BB:K. His ridiculous production over the last few weeks is likely not sustainable, but managers in leagues where he's still available shouldn't waste any more time before picking him up and riding this hot streak.
Jun 14 2021Fraley went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in a win over Cleveland on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder was an in-game replacement for Mitch Haniger (knee), and although he went down on strikes twice, he paid big dividends in the form of a 420-foot shot to right field with Jose Godoy aboard in the fourth inning. The 26-year-old has been a different hitter since returning from a stint on the injured list, boosting his OPS to an elite .995 across 69 plate appearances after drawing 11 walks and lacing five extra-base hits in his first 13 games back.
Jun 13 2021Fraley is not in the starting lineup Sunday against Cleveland, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley will get a breather after starting the past four games in the Seattle outfield. Shed Long will start in left field and bat seventh during the series finale.
Jun 12 2021Fraley went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk in Saturday's loss against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley made his presence felt with a two-run shot in the third inning, and now he has three long balls on the year. The left fielder has hit safely in six of the Mariners' last seven games.
Jun 11 2021Fraley went 1-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a run in a loss to the Tigers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley extended his hitting streak to five games with Thursday's single while also notching a steal for the second straight contest. The outfielder is hitting .429 (6-for-14) during the aforementioned five-game stretch, boosting his season average 84 points to .263 in the process.
Jun 9 2021Fraley went 2-for-5 with an RBI single, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 9-6 extra-innings win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder sparked Seattle's five-run 11th inning with an RBI single, and he came around to score on a Dillon Thomas two-RBI single. Fraley has gone 5-for-11 across his last four games, including two singles as a pinch hitter. He's batting .257 with two home runs, 10 RBI, eight runs scored and three stolen bases in only 52 plate appearances this year.
Jun 8 2021Fraley remains on the bench Tuesday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley started six straight games after returning from a hamstring injury but has now been on the bench for two in a row. Donovan Walton starts in left field Tuesday, with Mitch Haniger starting in right.
Jun 6 2021Fraley is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After making six consecutive starts following his return from the injured list Monday, Fraley will take a seat in favor of Donovan Walton, who gets a turn in left field. Fraley, who went 4-for-18 with a pair of home runs and seven RBI over the aforementioned six-game stretch, should have a decent chance to play regularly versus right-handed pitching while Dylan Moore (calf) and Kyle Lewis (knee) are on the injured list.
Jun 5 2021Fraley went 1-for-4 with a Grand Slam and a strikeout in a 12-5 loss to the Angels on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley took Alex Cobb deep in Seattle's five run fourth inning, however those would be the only runs Seattle scored in the game. He's played regularly since returning from the IL Monday and is 4-for-18 with seven walks in six games.
Jun 4 2021Fraley went 1-for-2 with a three-run home run, an additional run scored and two walks in Thursday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley went deep for the first time and arguably had one of his most productive games of the campaign, as he reached base multiple times for the third time over his last four contests while also posting a season-high mark for RBI. His good eye at the plate has stood out thus far, as Fraley owns an elite .556 on-base percentage through his first 36 plate appearances.
May 31 2021Fraley (hamstring) went 2-for-3 with a double and a pair of walks in Monday's 6-5 extra-inning win over Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was effective at keeping the line moving in his first major-league game since April 6. Monday was also his first multi-hit effort in six contests this year. The 26-year-old has remarkably drawn 10 walks in 24 plate appearances -- that rate will surely come down, but showing a good eye at the plate could help him earn more playing time. He'll have to remain sharp with Jarred Kelenic, Kyle Lewis (knee) and Mitch Haniger as Seattle's usual starting trio in the outfield.
May 28 2021Fraley (hamstring) continues to play regularly without setbacks at Triple-A Tacoma and could be activated from the injured list before the team's current homestand concludes Wednesday, Corey Brock of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had played five games for the Rainiers heading into Friday night, hitting .333 (4-for-12) with a solo home run, two steals, five walks and four runs. The 26-year-old has been able to put in time in the field without issues, and the fact he's gotten the green light on the bases twice also speaks to the apparent health of his previously ailing hamstring.
May 23 2021Fraley (hamstring) went 2-for-2 with a solo home run in Triple-A Tacoma's win over Round Rock on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley slugged his solo shot off former Mariner Sam Gaviglio in the home half of the first and followed with a single in his second at-bat before exiting the contest. Fraley has gone 3-for-5 over his first two games with the Rainiers and may be activated in coming days after nearly two months on the injured list if he remains free of setbacks.
May 21 2021Fraley (hamstring) went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run in a rehab appearance for Triple-A Tacoma against Round Rock on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley served as the designated hitter and operated out of the No. 2 spot in the order in his first taste of game action since April 6. Given his extensive time on the shelf, Fraley is projected to be in for a relatively lengthy rehab stint with the Rainiers before being deemed ready for activation.
May 20 2021Fraley (hamstring) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment Thursday at Triple-A Tacoma, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is ready for the final phase of the recovery program from the left hamstring strain he sustained April 7. The 25-year-old will likely remain at Tacoma through the weekend, and potentially longer, as the Mariners won't have a regular starting role in the outfield available for him once he's activated from the 10-day injured list. Jarred Kelenic, Kyle Lewis and Mitch Haniger are locked in Seattle's everyday outfielders.
May 18 2021Fraley (hamstring) was able to hit on the field and run the bases prior to Tuesday's game against the Tigers, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has already had a busy week, participating in a live batting practice Monday before Tuesday's activity. The 25-year-old's recent stretch of setback-free days is a cautiously optimistic sign he may finally have his balky hamstring back near full health, and manager Scott Servais confirmed Tuesday that Fraley may soon be deemed ready for a rehab assignment.
May 16 2021Fraley (hamstring) will participate in a live batting practice session Monday against Kenyan Middleton (biceps) and is also expected to embark on a rehab assignment in coming days, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has been sidelined since April 7, exceeding the original expectations of his recovery timeline for what was originally diagnosed as a mild hamstring strain. However, the outfielder has been ramping up his activity in recent days without setbacks, and both the news of Monday's planned session versus live pitching and the plan for upcoming game action are encouraging developments.
May 7 2021Fraley (hamstring) has advanced to hitting in a cage and throwing on the field, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley appeared in just five games this season before getting shut down with a strained left hamstring. His expected return date remains unclear, but he's at least trending in the right direction.
Apr 14 2021Fraley (hamstring) is still about a week away from participating in baseball activities, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kyle Lewis (knee) is on the injured list and Taylor Trammell has a 50 percent strikeout rate on the season, so Fraley is missing out on a prime opportunity for playing time. It sounds like a late-April return would be the best-case scenario.
Apr 8 2021Fraley was officially diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain Thursday, but he remains without a definitive timeline for a return for the time being, Daniel Guerrero of MLB.com reports. "[Fraley] will be out for a little while, [but it] was better news than maybe what I was expecting, based on what he said right after the injury," manager Scott Servais said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is already on the 10-day injured list, but Thursday's news did serve as somewhat of a relief based on initial fears he'd be out much longer. During Fraley's absence, left field will likely be manned by a number of players, including utility options Jose Marmolejos and Sam Haggerty, as well as the recently promoted Braden Bishop.
Apr 7 2021Fraley (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is slated to undergo an MRI on Thursday, and the team could have a better timetable for his return once the results are known. Braden Bishop was recalled in a corresponding move, while Jose Marmolejos and Sam Haggerty could see an uptick in playing time in the outfield while Fraley is sidelined.
Apr 6 2021Fraley was removed from Tuesday's game against the White Sox with a left hamstring strain, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old suffered the injury on a diving catch in left field during the fifth inning, and he was replaced in the field for the following frame. Fraley went 0-for-2 with one run and one stolen base before leaving the game, and he should be considered day-to-day.
Mar 27 2021Fraley could begin the season as Seattle's fourth outfielder after manager Scott Servais announced Saturday that Taylor Trammell made the Opening Day roster and will start in left field, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was unable to hold off the rookie during spring training, and Trammell is now poised to make his big-league debut for Seattle. However, Kyle Lewis' availability for Opening Day is up in the air due to a knee injury, which could open up some playing time early on. Trammell is expected to start in center field if Lewis is forced to miss any time, which could create some opportunities in left field for Fraley.
Mar 23 2021Fraley, trying to hold off Taylor Trammell for the starting left field job, has reached safely in each of his last five spring training games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley finally got his spring training average over the Mendoza Line on Sunday against the Brewers with a 2-for-3 day that included a double and a stolen base. The 25-year-old has hits in three of his last four games overall as well, making his current stretch at the plate his most productive of the Cactus League slate. However, it may be a case of too little, too late, considering Trammell (.278 spring average) continues to outperform him and Fraley is also still struggling with consistent contact (13 strikeouts in 42 spring plate appearances) in a manner very similar to that of his first two regular-season big-league stints (35.7 percent strikeout rate over 70 PAs).
Mar 16 2021Fraley (undisclosed) went 0-for-2 with a walk and a strikeout in a Cactus League loss to the Diamondbacks on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley returned to action after sitting out Sunday's game following a collision with the outfield wall Saturday. The 25-year-old isn't exactly in a position to miss any time at the moment -- impressive prospect Taylor Trammell continues to push him for the starting left field job with his strong play thus far this spring, while Fraley now has a .136 average (3-for-22) across 11 spring games.
Mar 15 2021Fraley (undisclosed) will bat eighth and play left field Monday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley missed Sunday's game against the Brewers after colliding with the outfield wall the day before. He evidently wasn't seriously hurt and will continue his push for a starting role Monday. Even if he beats out Taylor Trammell for starts in left to start the year, though, it probably won't be long until Jarred Kelenic (knee) claims the job.
Mar 14 2021Fraley is unavailable for Sunday's spring game against the Brewers after colliding with the outfield wall Saturday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It appears to be a minor concern for the 25-year-old since he's expected to be back in the lineup Monday. Fraley started out spring training 0-for-15, though he's rebounded a bit and gone 3-for-5 over the past couple games.
Mar 12 2021Fraley went 2-for-3 with a double and a three-run home run in a Cactus League tie with the Dodgers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite it just being spring training, there was increasing urgency for Fraley to start showing some sign of life at the plate, considering the promising play of prize prospect Taylor Trammell is threatening the former's grip on the starting left field job. Fraley had opened spring mired in an 0-for-15 malaise, but Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports the outfielder's 446-foot blast that carried 106 mph exit velocity -- which was preceded by a double off starter and reigning NL Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer -- offered a tangible reminder of his upside.
Mar 9 2021Fraley drew two walks in Monday's Cactus League loss to Cleveland, but he remains hitless over 14 plate appearances across six spring games and has also been caught stealing on both his attempts. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As those numbers imply, it's been far from smooth sailing over a modest sample for Fraley, who's trying to ensure he holds onto the starting job in left field with elite prospects Jarred Kelenic (knee) and Taylor Trammell looming. Fraley has limped to sub-.200 averages in each of his first two big-league stints, which have only amounted to 70 plate appearances due to injuries.
Feb 21 2021Fraley reported to spring training having lost a notable amount of weight, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's first two big-league stints have ended with sub-.200 averages and sub-.300 slugging percentages, underscoring how rocky the transition has been for him after a productive minor-league career. However, injuries have played a significant role in limiting Fraley to just 70 career plate appearances and 19 games thus far with the Mariners, and perhaps the trimmer physique will help with durability. The 25-year-old enters spring training as the primary backup in both center field and right field, with Kyle Lewis firmly entrenched in the former and Mitch Haniger looking like a strong candidate to keep the top job at the latter if early reports on his health and swing are any indication.
Sep 23 2020Fraley landed on the 10-day injured list with a strained right quadriceps Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was recalled on Tuesday but will wind up spending just a single day on the roster in his latest stint with the team, going 0-for-3 with three strikeouts. He'll finish the year with a .154/.241/.269 line in just seven big-league games. Braden Bishop was recalled in a corresponding move.
Sep 22 2020Fraley was recalled by the Mariners on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley spent time with the major-league club at the end of August, and he'll return to the active roster after Dylan Moore (concussion) was placed on the injured list Tuesday. He could see playing time in the outfield over the final several games of the regular season.
Aug 30 2020Fraley, who went 0-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in a loss to the Angels on Saturday, is hitting just .133 (2-for-15) since being promoted from the Mariners' alternate training site Aug. 22. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coming into spring training, there were hopes the rookie would have a robust role in what shaped up as a transitional season for the Mariners that would be heavily focused on player development. However, Fraley ultimately failed to make the Opening Day roster coming out of summer camp, and he's yet to hit his stride since being called up. There's certainly still optimism regarding his long-term prospects as a hitter after Fraley excelled offensively at each of his last three minor-league stops during the 2018 and 2019 seasons, but he's slashed just .145/.203/.200 in the 59 plate appearances covering his first pair of major-league stints.
Aug 22 2020Fraley was recalled from the Mariners' alternate training site Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley narrowly missed out on a roster spot to begin the regular season, but he'll join the major-league club after Dylan Moore (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday. Although Fraley struggled in his first stint in the majors last season, he could carve out some playing time against right-handers while Moore is sidelined.
Jul 23 2020The Mariners optioned Fraley to their alternate training site Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley excelled across two levels of the minors in 2019, but he struggled in his first taste of the big leagues, going just 6-for-40 at the plate while striking out 14 times. Heading into summer camp, the 25-year-old still appeared well positioned to open the 2020 season in a strong-side platoon role for the rebuilding Mariners, but he apparently didn't do enough to force his way onto the Opening Day roster. Expect Fraley to get another look with the big club at some point during the 60-game season.
Jul 19 2020Fraley is back in action Sunday after dealing with a stomach bug, Lauren Smith of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was hit on the helmet by a pitch earlier in camp, avoiding a concussion, and then apparently missed a couple days with a stomach bug, so it hasn't been an ideal camp for the young outfielder. Even so, he appears poised to enter the year as an everyday player for Seattle with the potential to provide power and speed for fantasy managers.
Jul 8 2020Fraley cleared concussion protocols after being struck in the head by a pitch Tuesday and will be a full participant in Wednesday's training session, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had his helmet knocked off his head when a fastball got away from teammate Gerson Bautista, but the young outfielder was able to pass all tests administered after the fact. So long as he stays healthy for the remainder of summer camp, Fraley should have a decent chance to at least fill a large-side platoon role in the Seattle outfield to begin the season.
Jul 7 2020Fraley walked off the field after getting hit in the helmet by a pitch Tuesday, Lauren Smith of The Tacoma News Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The fact that Fraley was able to walk off the field after the pitch knocked his helmet off is certainly a good sign, though whether or not he winds up dealing with any lingering effects remains to be seen. He's expected to fill an important role in the Mariners' outfield this season, especially after Mitch Haniger (back) was placed on the 60-day injured list.
Jul 2 2020Fraley enters the Mariners' summer camp projected for plenty of time in the outfield during the 2020 season, Corey Brock of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team placed Mitch Haniger (back) on the 60-day injured list Sunday, leaving them relatively thin on outfielders with prior major-league experience. Fraley isn't exactly long on that himself, but he did log 12 games with Seattle last season before seeing what was supposed to be a longer tenure cut short by a sprained thumb. The 25-year-old has versatility on his side as well, as he garnered plenty of experience playing all three outfield spots during his time in the minors. Brock predicts Fraley could see most of his time in right field, but adds that he'll certainly have to prove more capable of consistently hitting big-league arms after slashing .150/.171/.200 over 41 plate appearances in 2019 and generating a modest .231 (6-for-26) average over 10 Cactus League contests before spring training was suspended.
May 22 2020Fraley, who has remained in Arizona while play has been suspended, should be one of the players that resumes working out at the Mariners' spring training facility next week, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Mariners will be allowed to reopen their facility in Peoria beginning either Monday or Tuesday, and small group workouts will be permitted. Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports Fraley has regularly joined several of his teammates for workouts, including batting practice, at a facility near Seattle's spring complex while spring training has been suspended. Given the latest developments, it appears he'll now have a chance to resume his training with full access to all necessary equipment and accessories.
Apr 4 2020Fraley continues to work out at home during the suspension of play through a variety of different exercises and drills, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old was preparing to open the season as the starting left fielder when spring training was suspended. Fraley has been practicing fielding drills by throwing a ball against a wall and also running sprints, throwing into a pop-up net and doing both calisthenics and basic weight training exercises. He's even adding some mental techniques, visualizing at-bats against certain pitchers he's familiar with in an effort to remain sharp. Fraley was hitting .231 (6-for-26) with two doubles, two home runs, four RBI, three walks, one stolen base and seven runs across 10 Cactus League contests when play was paused.
Mar 22 2020Fraley, who posted an .838 OPS in 10 Cactus League games, has impressed manager Scott Servais thus far this spring, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley is benefiting from the extended absence of Mitch Haniger (back) this spring, and the 24-year-old projects to open the season as the starting left fielder. Fraley flashed impressive power between stints and Double-A Arkansas and Triple-A Tacoma last season, combining for 19 home runs in 99 minor-league contests before hitting .150 over his first 41 big-league plate appearances. A thumb injury then cut his first big-league cup of coffee short, but he dedicated himself to better overall physical health this offseason by hiring a nutritionist and adopting a pescatarian diet that has given him an abundance of energy.
Feb 28 2020Fraley went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two RBI overall in a Cactus League split-squad loss to the White Sox on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The power-hitting outfielder squared up on a fifth-inning Tayron Guerrero offering and launched it to right field for his first homer of spring. Fraley saw his initial big-league stint last season cut short in August due to a thumb sprain, but he's competing for the starting left field job during the exhibition slate. Fraley earned his 2019 call-up to the majors with a solid showing at Triple-A Tacoma, one during which he slashed .276/.333/.553 across 168 plate appearances.
Dec 11 2019General manager Jerry Dipoto said Tuesday that Fraley's right thumb is fully healed, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sprained ligaments in the thumb ended Fraley's season just a couple weeks into his callup, and he was forced to undergo multiple weeks of physical therapy. Fortunately, it sounds like Fraley will be able to have a normal offseason from here and will not be limited entering spring training. Dipoto said that Fraley will likely compete for a backup role behind Mitch Haniger, Mallex Smith and Kyle Lewis, though Haniger and Smith are widely known to be on the trade block. It's hard to imagine the Mariners won't find a way to clear room for Fraley, who thrived at the upper levels of the minor leagues last season.
Sep 29 2019Fraley is slated to have his sprained right thumb in a splint for approximately two more weeks and then will undergo multiple weeks of physical therapy, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The promising prospect should still be cleared well ahead of spring training, when he 's expected to make a significant push for a roster spot. Fraley injured the thumb Sept. 7, cutting short what would have been an extended audition over the final month.
Sep 10 2019Fraley (thumb) isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Reds, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley was scheduled to undergo an MRI on his right thumb Monday, though the details of the test haven't been revealed just yet. Mallex Smith gets the call in center field and will bat eighth.
Sep 8 2019Fraley (thumb) will sit Sunday against the Astros, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley's absence is expected, as he's scheduled to undergo an MRI on his sore right thumb Monday. Braden Bishop gets the start in center field. According to Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times, Fraley had X-rays come back negative, but there's still concern about the potential for ligament damage, hence Monday's MRI.
Sep 7 2019Fraley will undergo an MRI on his right thumb Monday, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley had his thumb bent back while in the field during the second inning and was lifted for a pinch hitter in the following frame. The 24-year-old should be held out of Sunday's lineup, but it won't be known if he'll require additional time off until the results of Monday's MRI are known.
Sep 6 2019Fraley is out of the lineup for Friday's game at Houston, Shannon Drayer of 710 ESPN Seattle reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fraley has a .158/.179/.211 slash line in 10 games since being promoted Aug. 20 and will receive a breather Friday. Braden Bishop will start in center field and bat ninth for Seattle.
Sep 2 2019Fraley (personal) is back in the lineup Monday against the Cubs.
Sep 1 2019Fraley (personal) remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers but is expected to rejoin the Mariners in Chicago on Monday for the start of Seattle's
Aug 31 2019Fraley is unavailable Saturday against the Rangers due to personal reasons, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.
Aug 30 2019Fraley went 2-for-4 with a double and a run in a win over the Rangers on Thursday.
Aug 28 2019Fraley is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Yankees, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.
Aug 27 2019Fraley is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Yankees, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.
Aug 24 2019Fraley went 1-for-5 with a run while drawing the start in center field during a win over the Blue Jays on Friday.
Aug 20 2019Fraley is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Rays.
Aug 19 2019Fraley is expected to have his contract selected from Triple-A Tacoma, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Aug 12 2019Fraley (quadriceps) was activated from the 7-day injured list Monday.
Aug 5 2019Triple-A Tacoma placed Fraley on its 7-day injured list Monday due to quadriceps tightness, Tacoma radio broadcaster Mike Curto reports.
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