Derek Hill
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Jun 26 2025Hill (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville on Thursday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been sidelined for the past month with a left wrist sprain but has been cleared to play in rehab games. He'll likely require just a handful of rehab at-bats, with a return for the start of the Marlins' homestand on Tuesday representing a possible target date for Hill's return.
Jun 16 2025Hill (wrist) began a hitting progression Monday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been shelved for the past three weeks with a sprained left wrist but has been cleared to begin a hitting ramp-up. He's likely to require a rehab assignment before rejoining the Marlins and it's unclear when he might be ready for that.
May 26 2025Hill was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday due to a left wrist sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill went 1-for-4 in Sunday's series finale against the Angels, so it's currently unclear as to when he suffered this injury. He'll be shut down for at least the next 10 days as a result. Victor Mesa was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move.
May 25 2025Hill will start in center field and bat eighth in Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will crack the lineup for the third time in four games and appears to be making a case for steady playing time while his production at the plate has begun to trend up. Over the past week, Hill has gone 6-for-12 with a double, two walks, two stolen bases and one run.
May 24 2025Hill went 2-for-3 with a stolen base in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill hasn't been getting much steady playing time lately, starting just four of the Marlins' last eight games. He still features off the bench regularly, and he did so Saturday while picking up his second steal and second multi-hit effort in his last five contests. The outfielder is now batting .232 with a .665 OPS, six steals, two home runs, five RBI and 11 runs scored across 78 plate appearances.
May 20 2025Hill went 2-for-4 with a double, a run scored and a stolen base in Monday's win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder crossed the plate with the tying run in the ninth inning on Jesus Sanchez's walk-off triple as the Marlins rallied from a 7-6 deficit. Hill has split center-field duties with Kyle Stowers since being activated from the IL earlier this month, and he's been productive when in the lineup, going 5-for-19 (.263) with one of his two homers and two of his five steals on the season in seven games.
May 19 2025Hill will start in center field and bat eighth in Monday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Dane Myers' (oblique) return from the injured list doesn't appear to be imminent, but Hill looks as though he won't be in store for a full-time role in the Miami outfield since being activated last Monday following an IL stint of his own. Though he'll be included in the lineup in the series opener versus Chicago, Hill made just one start over the last four games. Rather than clearing the way for Hill to get steady at-bats, the Marlins have been deploying Kyle Stowers in center more frequently to make room in the lineup for the hot-hitting Liam Hicks at either catcher or designated hitter, with Agustin Ramirez typically occupying the other spot.
May 17 2025Hill isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since returning from the injured list Monday, Hill has gone 3-for-14 with a home run, two RBI and three runs scored in four games. He'll grab a seat on the bench Saturday, opening a spot in the lineup for Liam Hicks to serve as the DH and bat second.
May 14 2025Hill is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being activated from the 10-day injured list Monday, Hill started in center field in the first two games of the series with Atlanta and went 2-for-8 with a home run, a stolen base, two RBI and an additional run. Kyle Stowers will get the nod in center Wednesday, but Hill should see the bulk of the starts at the position until Dane Myers (oblique) returns from the IL.
May 13 2025Hill went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Monday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his return from the injured list, Hill spoiled Colin Rea's shutout bid by driving a fastball over the fence in left-center field in the seventh inning. The 29-year-old outfielder had been out since April 16 due to a wrist injury, but with Dane Myers (oblique) taking his place on the IL, Hill figures to get regular run in center field for the Marlins despite his offensive struggles. Through 52 plate appearances this season, he's slashing .174/.240/.348 with two homers, three steals, five RBI and eight runs, and after fanning twice Monday, he's saddled with a 36.5 percent strikeout rate.
May 12 2025The Marlins reinstated Hill (wrist) from the 10-day injured list Monday. He'll start in center field and bat seventh in Miami's series opener versus the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had been on the shelf since April 18 after initially spraining his left wrist while making a diving catch in an April 8 game, but he's been cleared to rejoin the big club after completing a four-game rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville last week. Though he initially looked as though he might be ticketed for a fourth-outfielder role upon his activation, Hill could step in as the Marlins' primary starter in center field after Dane Myers (oblique) was placed on the IL in a corresponding move. Kyle Stowers and Jesus Sanchez are also candidates to pick up starts in center when Hill is out of the lineup.
May 11 2025Hill (wrist) is set to join the Marlins in Chicago ahead of their three-game series with the Cubs beginning Monday, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill went 2-for-13 with two walks and two RBI while striking out seven times during his four-game rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville. The 29-year-old opened the season batting .167 with one home run, three RBI, seven runs scored and three stolen bases over 42 at-bats in 11 games with the Marlins before suffering a left wrist sprain.
May 7 2025Hill began a rehab assignment at Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, serving as the club's designated hitter and going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in a 6-5 loss to Syracuse in 11 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill initially sprained his left wrist while making a diving catch in an April 8 game, but he continued playing with the Marlins for more than a week before being placed on the injured list April 18. After making it through workouts in recent days without issue, Hill was cleared for a rehab assignment, though it's not clear how long he'll remain with Jacksonville. The Marlins will presumably want to have Hill make at least one start in the outfield in the minors before bringing him back from the IL.
May 5 2025Hill (wrist) has been going through full baseball activities, Kevin Barral of FishonFirst.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been sidelined for the last two-plus weeks with a left wrist sprain but appears to have made significant progress. It seems likely that he will need some rehab games before returning, and he should be ready for game action soon.
Apr 18 2025The Marlins placed Hill on the 10-day injured list Friday due to a left wrist sprain, retroactive to Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started out the season strongly, but he has failed to record a hit in each of his last four games. Those struggles may have been due in part to his wrist injury, which is severe enough to necessitate a trip to the IL. Hill's absence should open the door for Dane Myers and Javier Sanoja to see more playing time in the outfield, though Jesus Sanchez could also shift over from designated hitter to the outfield to fill in the gap left by Hill. Graham Pauley was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move.
Apr 17 2025Hill is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Arizona is sending a southpaw (Eduardo Rodriguez) to the hill for the series finale, the right-handed-hitting Hill will head to the bench while Dane Myers picks up a start in center field. With the recent return of Jesus Sanchez from the injured list adding another option to a crowded outfield, Hill could end up settling for more of a part-time role after picking up starts in 11 of Miami's first 17 games of the season.
Apr 15 2025Hill is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Diamondbacks, Isaac Azout of FishOnFirst.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jesus Sanchez is getting the start in center field in his first game back from the injured list. It's unlikely Sanchez will be used as a full-time center fielder, but his return could eat into Hill's playing time.
Apr 9 2025Hill is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill homered and had a fantastic catch in center field in Tuesday's loss, but he'll get a breather Wednesday. Dane Myers will cover center field and bat fifth.
Apr 8 2025Hill went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 10-5 loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill took Huascar Brazoban deep for a 398-foot, two-run home run to center field in the sixth inning to reduce the Marlins' deficit to one run. Hill's best play of the game came in the bottom of the sixth frame, when he made a diving catch in center field for the third out to rob the Mets with the bases loaded. He's slashed .269/.345/.462 with two walks, two stolen bases, one home run and three RBI to start the season.
Apr 7 2025Hill is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill recently dealt with back tightness, but he returned to the lineup in Saturday's 4-0 win and went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base. The Marlins haven't indicated that Hill is dealing with a recurrence of the back issue, so his absence from the lineup Monday looks to be a managerial decision. Dane Myers will replace Hill in center field and will bat seventh.
Apr 6 2025Hill (back) will start in center field and bat eighth in Sunday's game at Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had been held out of the lineup for three straight games due to back tightness, but he reprised his usual role as the starting center fielder in Saturday's 4-0 win while going 1-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base. The 29-year-old apparently checked out fine coming out of that game, so he'll be in the lineup once again as Miami wraps up its series with Atlanta.
Apr 4 2025Hill (back) is out of the lineup for Friday's game against Atlanta, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It'll be the third straight absence due to back tightness for Hill, who also had extra time to rest up since the Marlins had a team day off Thursday. The 29-year-old had a .770 OPS while starting the first five games of the season, but a trip to the injured list could be in store if he's forced to miss additional time.
Apr 2 2025Marlins manager Clayton McCullough said that Hill remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Mets due to back tightness, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started the first five games of the season but has now sat out two straight with an achy back. He will be available to pinch hit Wednesday and would seem to have a good chance to return to the lineup Friday in Atlanta following the Marlins' off day Thursday. Javier Sanoja is in center field for Miami for Wednesday's series finale.
Apr 1 2025Hill is not in the lineup for Tuesday's contest versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was hit by a pitch in Monday's game, but he remained in that contest, so it would appear this is just a routine day off. Dane Myers will draw the start in center field for the Marlins.
Mar 12 2025Hill appears to be ahead of Dane Myers in the battle for the Marlins' starting center field job, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Neither player has been lighting it up at the plate, but Hill is the more reliable defender and has shown a bit more power this spring, managing a .259/.375/.481 slash line and two homers through 32 plate appearances. Jesus Sanchez has also been getting some work in center, so there may be more than two horses in the race, but the Marlins are more comfortable with his glove in right field. Even if Hill wins the Opening Day assignment, he may not see a full-time workload, as the team tries to find ways to get both Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine into the lineup as well. Miami's outfield remains a muddle, and Hill's career .629 OPS over 476 big-league plate appearances will make him an unappealing fantasy option even if he gets significant playing time.
Feb 5 2025Hill is expected to compete with Dane Myers for the Marlins' starting job in center field, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both players hit from the right side, so a traditional platoon isn't on the table, but some sort of time share might be the most likely outcome of the spring job battle. Hill saw action for three different big-league teams in 2024, compiling a modest .241/.271/.420 slash line between the Giants, Rangers and Marlins with seven homers and six steals in 172 plate appearances, but he has more experience in center field than Myers does and might be the more reliable defender. 23-year-old Victor Mesa, who once had some prospect cache in the Marlins' system and showed signs of improvement at Triple-A last year, is out of minor-league options and could also push his way into the competition with a strong spring.
Sep 19 2024The Marlins activated Hill (shoulder) from the 10-day injured list Thursday, Isaac Azout of FishOnFirst.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill missed the previous two weeks of action with an impingement in his left (non-throwing) shoulder but has been cleared to return after playing two rehab games with Triple-A Jacksonville. The 28-year-old was receiving regular run in the outfield prior to getting hurt, but the Marlins figure to prioritize Jesus Sanchez, Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine over Hill down the stretch.
Sep 17 2024Hill (shoulder) has progressed to hitting in live batting practice at the Marlins' facility in Jupiter, Fla., MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Hill was placed on the 10-day injured list Sept. 5 with a left shoulder impingement, manager Skip Schumaker said that the 28-year-old was fully cleared to play the outfield and run the bases. Swinging the bat was a concern, however, but Hill seems to have cleared a major hurdle in his recovery from the injury by taking live BP. Hill could be a candidate to return from the IL at some point during the Marlins' final homestand of the season, which concludes Sunday.
Sep 7 2024The Marlins placed Hill on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a left shoulder impingement, retroactive to Sept. 5. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill hasn't registered a plate appearance since last Sunday, and he's now due to miss at least another eight days as he recovers from his shoulder injury. Javier Sanoja was selected from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move and may have an opportunity to work as Miami's fourth outfielder while Hill is out.
Aug 31 2024Hill is absent from Saturday's lineup against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run scored and two strikeouts in Friday's 3-1 loss to San Francisco. Jesus Sanchez, Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine will man the outfield for the Marlins on Saturday.
Aug 29 2024Hill went 3-for-6 with two home runs and three total RBI in Thursday's 12-8 victory over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill led off the second inning with a solo shot off Bradley Blalock to open the scoring before launching a 420-foot, two-run homer off Noah Davis in the sixth. The 28-year-old Hill now has three long balls in his last two games after going 17 games without a home run -- he'd gone just 13-for-62 (.210) in that span. Overall, Hill's slashing .244/.270/.444 across 142 plate appearances between the Marlins, Giants and Rangers this season with seven homers, 24 RBI, 17 runs scored and five stolen bases.
Aug 27 2024Hill isn't in the Marlins' lineup for Tuesday's game versus Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will take a day to collect himself Tuesday after going 3-for-20 with two RBI and seven strikeouts over his last five games. In his absence, Miami's outfield will be occupied by Jesus Sanchez, Kyle Stowers and Griffin Conine.
Aug 11 2024Hill will bat eighth as Miami's designated hitter Sunday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will pick up his sixth straight start after going 5-for-19 with a double, a home run, two steals and nine RBI since being claimed off waivers by the Marlins last week. The 28-year-old will likely need to continue producing in order to retain the lineup spot, but for now, he's settled into a regular role.
Aug 8 2024Hill went 1-for-3 with a grand slam in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The journeyman outfielder got hold of an Andrew Abbott fastball in the first inning and lofted it over the fence in right-center field, providing the Marlins a 5-0 lead and giving Hill his first career grand slam. He was getting the start in left field and batting sixth, and for now he appears to be working the short side of a platoon with Kyle Stowers. Hill can handle center field defensively though, and if he gets hot at the plate, there should be playing time available for him as Miami sorts through its roster options for 2025. While the 28-year-old has yet to find much success in the majors, Hill has a career .300/.360/.502 slash line in 932 plate appearance at Triple-A with 30 homers and 35 steals.
Aug 3 2024The Marlins claimed Hill off waivers from the Giants on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was DFA'd by the Giants on Friday, but he'll remain in the big leagues as he joins the Marlins' outfield unit. The 28-year-old went 3-for-12 with two RBI and three runs scored in five games with San Francisco, and he figures to take on a reserve role with his new club.
Aug 2 2024The Giants designated Hill for assignment Friday, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Jerar Encarnacion. Hill went 3-for-12 at the plate during his week with the big club.
Jul 24 2024The Giants activated Hill on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: San Francisco claimed Hill off waivers from the Rangers on Tuesday, and he'll now officially join the MLB roster, replacing Luis Matos. The 28-year-old Hill slashed .256/.289/.465 with three homers and five RBI in 45 plate appearances during his time with Texas and played all three outfield positions after working exclusively as a center fielder in past seasons.
Jul 23 2024Hill was claimed off waivers by the Giants on Tuesday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was designated for assignment by the Rangers on Saturday, but it didn't take long for him to find a new home in San Francisco. The outfielder is immediately added to the Giants' 40-man roster, though it's unclear if he'll report to the major-league roster or Triple-A Sacramento. Hill produced a .256 average with three home runs, five RBI, five runs scored and two stolen bases over 43 at-bats in 16 games with Texas this season.
Jul 20 2024Hill was designated for assignment by the Rangers on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will now be placed on waivers and if he goes unclaimed, he'll likely report to Triple-A Round Rock. The 28-year-old compiled a .256 average with three home runs, five RBI, five runs scored and two stolen bases over 43 at-bats after being called up to the major-league roster May 21.
Jul 1 2024Hill went 2-for-4 with two homers, three RBI and a walk in Sunday's 11-2 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill opened up the scoring with a two-run blast in the second and later added on with a solo shot in the fifth. He's now started four of five games since returning to the majors Wednesday and has gone 5-for-14 with three homers and four RBI. Prior to this mini outburst, the 28-year-old had just four home runs in 289 career major league at-bats. Three of the four games Hill has started have come against lefty starters, but the Rangers don't project to face any lefties this week, so it remains to be seen how much the righty-hitting center fielder will play in the short term.
Jun 29 2024Hill went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill briefly put the Rangers ahead 2-1 when he took Cade Povich deep in the fifth inning. Hill has hit safely in each of his three games since he was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock, though he's also struck out four times over 10 plate appearances in that span. He's hitting .263 (5-for-19) with two stolen bases in the majors this year, and he's likely to function as a fourth outfielder as long as he's up with the Rangers.
Jun 27 2024Hill started in center field and went 1-for-4 in Wednesday's 6-5 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was part of a roster shakeup Wednesday; he replaced Ezequiel Duran, who was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock. Rangers general manager Chris Young is trying to right the ship of the 2023 World Series champs. "It'll be performance-driven," Young told Kenndi Landry of MLB.com. "The reality is that anybody who is performing in Triple-A, there will be an opportunity here and we're gonna go with the team that helps us win games, the guys who are hot." Hill slashed .351/.416/.617 over 42 games at Round Rock and seemingly will be given an opportunity to dig the Rangers out of a hole, though he didn't help himself Wednesday as an ill-advised dive in the outfield led to an inside-the-park homer for Jackson Chourio.
Jun 26 2024The Rangers selected Hill's contract from Triple-A Round Rock on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was outrighted off the 40-man roster following a brief stint in the majors earlier this season, but he's back with the big club and will start in center field and bat eighth Wednesday in Milwaukee. The 28-year-old sports a career .591 OPS over parts of five major-league seasons.
Jun 7 2024The Rangers designated Hill for assignment Friday, Jeff Wilson of RangersToday.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Texas opting to keep Corey Seager (hamstring) off the IL, Davis Wendzel was recalled from Triple-A Round Rock in a corresponding move. Hill was called up from Triple-A Round Rock on May 21. He appeared in five games for the Rangers, going 2-for-9 with one run and one stolen base over that span. Hill will weigh his options should he clear waivers.
May 22 2024Hill went 2-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had his contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday and started in place of right fielder Adolis Garcia (forearm). The newest Ranger delivered a single in his first at-bat then stole second base before Marcus Semien plated him with a double. Garcia had an MRI, which came back "pretty good," manager Bruce Bochy told Kennedi Landry of MLB.com, which suggests Hill's window of opportunity will be a brief one.
May 21 2024Hill had his contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. He's batting eighth and playing right field against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will fill a depth role in the outfield for the Rangers, taking the roster spot of pitcher Austin Pruitt (knee) who was moved to the 60-day injured list. With Adolis Garcia (forearm) banged up and sitting Tuesday, Hill will slot into the starting lineup for his 2024 debut.
Aug 5 2022Hill was claimed off waivers by the Mariners on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old was designated for assignment by Detroit earlier this week and will now join a new organization. Hill was at the Triple-A level with the Tigers, so he'll likely report to the Mariners' affiliate in Tacoma. The outfielder has played in 31 big-league games this season and has a .229/.270/.289 slash line and 30.4 percent strikeout rate in 92 plate appearances.
Jun 13 2022Hill was optioned to Triple-A Toledo following Monday's game against the White Sox, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill went just 1-for-12 at the plate through six games in June and will now head to the minors, where he'll likely see more playing time. Jacob Barnes was designated for assignment, while Drew Hutchison's contract was selected and Tyler Alexander (elbow) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list in corresponding moves.
Jun 10 2022Hill is starting in center field and batting ninth in Friday's contest versus the Blue Jays, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing two straight games with a sinus illness, Hill will return to the lineup Friday. With Daz Cameron (undisclosed) on the COVID-19 restricted list, he may pick up some extra run in the outfield.
Jun 8 2022Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said that Hill was available off the bench for Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Pirates but is still dealing with some sinus issues, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's series finale, but Hinch suggested his continued absence may have less to do with the sinus issues than it does the Tigers wanting to take a longer look at Daz Cameron. Over his last six games, Cameron has posted an .883 OPS, and though Hill presents a defensive upgrade in the outfield, the offense-starved Tigers may prioritize Cameron's superior bat.
Jun 7 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Austin Meadows (vertigo) returning from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, the Tigers will have one fewer spot available in the everyday outfield until Robbie Grossman (neck) is back from the IL. Willi Castro appears to have solidified a regular job at this point, so Hill and Daz Cameron will have to jockey for playing time at the other spot. Cameron will get the nod Tuesday while Hill takes a seat after going 0-for-8 over his last four contests.
Jun 2 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll cede his spot in the outfield to Kody Clemens, who gets another start in left field after filling in for Daz Cameron in Wednesday's 5-0 win. With an 0-for-3 showing in the win over Minnesota, Hill saw his five-game hitting streak come to an end.
May 31 2022Hill is out of the lineup for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will hit the bench after he started in center field and went 1-for-3 in the Tigers' 8-2 loss in Game 1. Willi Castro will shift over from left field to replace Hill in center for the nightcap.
May 30 2022Hill went 2-for-3 with a walk, a solo home run and two runs scored in Monday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill's first home run of the season tied the game at 1-1 in the third inning. The outfielder then walked and scored the Tigers' final run of the contest in the eighth. With Austin Meadows (vertigo) and Robbie Grossman (neck) both currently on the injured list, Hill should continue to see regular playing time in the short term.
May 23 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will be on the bench for the second game in a row with manager A.J. Hinch electing to reward Daz Cameron with another start in center field after the 25-year-old recorded a pair of hits and an RBI in Sunday's 4-2 win over Cleveland. Cameron and Hill are likely to continue sharing time in the outfield until Austin Meadows (vertigo) is cleared to return from the 10-day injured list.
May 22 2022Hill is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started four of the past six games, but he'll get Sunday off, with Daz Cameron getting the nod in center field and batting ninth. Hill should continue to start most days, at least while Austin Meadows (illness) and Victor Reyes (quadriceps) are on the injured list. Willi Castro and Robbie Grossman will start in the corners around Cameron on Sunday.
May 20 2022Hill is starting in center field and batting ninth in Friday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will be Hill's fourth start in the past six games, as he continues to get regular work in the outfield along with Willi Castro. Both players are starting Friday, with Castro getting left in place of Austin Meadows (vertigo), who was placed on the 10-day injured list earlier this week. When Meadows returns, Hill and Castro will likely jockey for time in center.
May 17 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill is expected to handle a near-everyday role in the outfield following Austin Meadows' (vertigo) placement on the 10-day injured list earlier this week, but for at least one game, Hill will bow out of the lineup in favor of recent call-up Daz Cameron. Cameron will be flanked in center field by Willi Castro and Robbie Grossman.
May 16 2022Hill will start in center field and bat ninth in Monday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had been on the bench for two of the Tigers' last four games, but he should have a clearer path to a near-everyday role after both Austin Meadows (vertigo) and Victor Reyes (quadriceps) landed on the injured list Monday. Willi Castro, Hill and Robbie Grossman will compose Detroit's outfield for left to right Monday, and the trio should serve as the team's regular starting outfielders until Meadows is back in action.
May 15 2022Hill is not in the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started the first two games of the series and will take a seat for the finale after going 0-for-6. Victor Reyes (quadriceps), who was reinstated from the injured list earlier Sunday , will start in center field and bat sixth.
May 12 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old will cede center-field duties to Willi Castro in the series finale. Hill had started five of the Tigers' past six games, going a collective 5-for-14 with a double, a walk and an RBI during that stretch.
May 10 2022Hill will sit for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had an unusual statline in the first game of the day, finishing with four plate appearances but just one at-bat, as he went 0-for-1 with a strikeout, a walk, a sacrifice bunt and a sacrifice fly. He'll head to the bench for the second game as Willi Castro takes over in center field.
May 9 2022Hill will start in center field and bat ninth in Monday's game against the Athletics, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After two straight turns in the leadoff spot, Hill will move to the bottom of the order with the Athletics bringing a right-hander (Paul Blackburn) to the hill in the series opener. Even though he'll likely continue to hit eighth or ninth against righties, Hill at least looks like he'll have a clear path to regular starts in center field after the lefty-hitting Akil Baddoo was optioned to Triple-A Toledo earlier Monday.
May 8 2022Hill is starting in center field and batting first in Sunday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Austin Meadows (illness) out for the third straight game, the Tigers will use Hill in center with Akil Baddoo taking Meadows' normal spot in left. Hill and Baddoo should split time in center when Meadows returns, with Hill the preferred option against southpaws. Baddoo has been struggling at the plate, however, so Hill could continue to see his role grow as the season progresses.
May 5 2022Hill isn't starting Thursday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started in the second game of Wednesday's twin bill and went 0-for-3 with a run and a strikeout. However, he'll be out of the lineup for the third time in the last four games while Akil Baddoo starts in center field and leads off.
May 4 2022Hill is out of the lineup for the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Akil Baddoo will patrol center field in Game 1, but expect Hill to be back in the lineup for the second contest. Hill had started four of the Tigers' last six games, going 4-for-16 with a double, a walk, three runs and an RBI.
May 1 2022Hill is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With four starts in the Tigers' last six games, Hill has seemingly supplanted Akil Baddoo as the team's preferred center fielder, though the latter will crack the lineup for the series finale. Hill's plus defense is valuable to the Tigers, but don't expect him to make a consistent fantasy impact aside from the occasional stolen base to go along with a palatable batting average. The Tigers already appeared to have pulled the plug on Hill as their leadoff man, as he moved down to ninth in the order during Saturday's 5-1 win following two straight turns in the table-setting role.
Apr 26 2022Hill went 2-for-4 with two runs scored in Tuesday's loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill provided a spark from the No. 9 spot in the lineup, and the outfielder scored his first two runs of the season. The 26-year-old started despite the Twins opening with righty Chris Paddack, which could be attributed to the struggles of Akil Baddoo (.118/.189/.235 slash line in 37 plate appearances). Baddoo is probably still the starter in center field for the moment, but Hill could continue to earn more playing time, particularly when southpaws are on the mound.
Apr 22 2022Hill was recalled by the Tigers on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill missed the start of the season with a hamstring strain and was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Thursday once his rehab stint ended. He'll get his first big-league chance of the year just one day later with Victor Reyes (quadriceps) heading to the injured list. Hill's .247/.302/.367 career slash line means he's likely to find himself stuck in a bench role.
Apr 21 2022Hill (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day injured list Thursday and optioned to Triple-A Toledo. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had already been with Toledo while on a rehab assignment and will now remain there as a regular member of the team. He could return in a bench role eventually but may not earn much more than that, as he's hit .247/.302/.367 through 64 career major-league games.
Apr 19 2022The Tigers transferred Hill's (hamstring) rehab assignment from Low-A Lakeland to Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even though Hill went hitless with three strikeouts across his three games for Lakeland, the Tigers came away satisfied enough with how his strained right hamstring held up in the field and on the bases to advance him to a higher-level affiliate. Hill will likely play at least a couple games for Toledo before potentially returning from the Tigers' injured list this weekend. Once activated, Hill will likely replace Daz Cameron as the Tigers' fourth outfielder.
Apr 15 2022Hill (hamstring) began a rehab assignment with Single-A Lakeland on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been dealing with a right hamstring strain since late March. He's working his way back to the active roster but will likely be in a bench role when he arrives.
Apr 6 2022Hill (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill sustained a mild hamstring strain in a spring game last week, and he'll be unavailable to begin the regular season. The move is retroactive to April 4, but it's not yet known when he'll be cleared for game action.
Apr 2 2022Manager A.J. Hinch said Saturday that Hill (hamstring) will begin the regular season on the injured list, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill sustained a hamstring injury in Wednesday's spring game that wasn't viewed as a major concern at the time, but the issue will apparently keep him sidelined to begin the regular season. The injury is still considered mild.
Mar 31 2022Hill left Wednesday's Grapefruit League win over the Phillies in the ninth inning due to a hamstring injury, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager A.J. Hinch said Thursday that Hill will be sidelined for a couple days as a precautionary measure after his early exit Wednesday. The 26-year-old has been competing to serve as the Tigers' fourth outfielder this spring, but it's not yet clear whether his injury will affect his availability to begin the regular season.
Mar 30 2022Hill is likely vying with Victor Reyes to be the Tigers' fourth outfielder on Opening Day, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Woodbery called it likely the closest battle in camp, so it could come down to the wire. Reyes likely has the edge since he's been a more productive MLB player to this point, but the former first-rounder Hill certainly has some untapped potential. It's also possible that both players make the roster, depending on how things shake out.
Mar 21 2022Hill (knee) is listed among the Tigers' available position players off the bench for Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Blue Jays, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will take a seat after playing in back-to-back games Saturday and Sunday and going a collective 0-for-4 at the dish. His ability to participate in games this early in spring training implies that he's made a full recovery from the meniscus surgery he underwent on his left knee in October.
Oct 6 2021Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said Tuesday that Hill (knee) will undergo meniscus cleanup surgery in California next week, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hinch suggested that Hill will likely be ready to go for spring training in 2022, but the procedure could delay the outfielder's offseason training regimen. Before being shut down Sept. 19 with a left knee sprain, Hill hit .259 with three home runs and six stolen bases across 150 plate appearances this season.
Sep 19 2021The Tigers placed Hill on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a left knee sprain, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder was carted off the field after suffering the knee injury Saturday. The severity of the sprain is unclear at this time, but according to McCosky, Hill won't return from the injured list for the final few games of the season. The 25-year-old finishes 2021 with a .259/.313/.388 slash line with three homers, 14 RBI, 19 runs and six stolen bases in 49 games.
Sep 18 2021Hill had to be carted off the field after injuring himself Saturday while trying to beat out a bunt for an infield single, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill slipped on the bag, fell awkwardly and hit his head. It's unclear if he's dealing with a leg issue, a head issue or both.
Sep 17 2021Hill is not starting Friday against the Rays, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill logged a single, triple and one RBI in his six at-bats since returning from a rib injury Wednesday. He'll get a rest Friday as Akil Baddoo shifts to center field.
Sep 15 2021Hill (rib) went 1-for-3 with an RBI triple and a pair of strikeouts in Wednesday's 4-1 win over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being held out of the starting lineup for three games, Hill made a noticeable impact Wednesday with his three-bagger to plate Detroit's third run. The 25-year-old has three each of home runs, triples and doubles among his 35 hits this season. He's posted a .261/.317/.396 slash line with 14 RBI, 19 runs scored and six stolen bases through 145 plate appearances overall. Hill will likely see near-everyday work in center field for the remainder of the season.
Sep 14 2021Hill (ribs) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was limited to pinch-hit duties in Sunday's contest against Tampa Bay because of rib soreness, and now the outfielder will remain out of the starting lineup for the second game in a row. He can continue to be considered day-to-day until a further update is given. Akil Baddoo will shift to center field Tuesday.
Sep 12 2021Manager A.J. Hinch revealed Sunday that Hill has been dealing with rib soreness recently, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill wasn't in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays, but he appeared off the bench and went 0-for-1 with a run. The 25-year-old has been out of the lineup in three of the last four games, but he'll be able to recover Monday since the Tigers have a scheduled day off.
Sep 8 2021Hill is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 1-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run in Tuesday's 3-2 loss, Hill will take a seat in the series finale in Pittsburgh. Akil Baddoo will shift over from left field to cover center in Hill's stead.
Sep 5 2021Hill is not starting Sunday's game against the Reds, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has hit .281 with two doubles, two home runs and three RBI in his last 10 games. Akil Baddoo is playing center field and batting leadoff Sunday.
Sep 3 2021Hill is out of the lineup Friday against the Reds, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill finds himself on the bench for the second straight day despite having six hits, including two homers, in his past three starts. Robbie Grossman, Akil Baddoo and Victor Reyes will start from left to right in the outfield.
Sep 2 2021Hill isn't starting Thursday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill recorded hits in each of the last three games and went 6-for-12 with two home runs, a double and three runs during that time. Robbie Grossman, Akil Baddoo and Victor Reyes will start in the outfield from left to right Thursday.
Aug 31 2021Hill went 3-for-5 with a double and a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was an effective leadoff hitter, recording his third home run of the season and second in as many nights. The young outfielder batted ninth Monday with Akil Baddoo batting first, but with Baddoo on the bench Tuesday, Hill slid up to first. He'll have more fantasy value if he stays atop the order, but he figures to see regular playing time in either case.
Aug 30 2021Hill went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill got a breather Sunday but returned Monday to swat his second home run of the season. The 25-year-old now finds himself in a somewhat crowded outfield with Akil Baddoo healthy, though Hill still appears to be the top option in center field. He's slashing .260/.330/.346 this year.
Aug 29 2021Hill is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill will cede his spot in the outfield to Victor Reyes, who draws the start in right while Akil Baddoo slides over to center. The 25-year-old rookie had started in center in each of his seven games since coming off the injured list Aug. 21, going 6-for-25 with a double, a run and an RBI.
Aug 21 2021Hill (ribs) went 2-for-4 in Saturday's 3-0 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was making his first start since Aug. 10 after spending the minimum 10 days on the injured list with a left ribcage contusion. He did his part from the leadoff spot, but the Tigers' 2-5 hitters went a combined 1-for-14 with five strikeouts and couldn't bring Hill around to score. The 25-year-old should continue to see regular playing time in center field and atop the order now that he's healthy.
Aug 20 2021Hill (ribs) traveled with the Tigers to Toronto and will go through a workout Friday, which could clear him to be reinstated from the injured list Saturday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill appeared in one rehab game with Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday, and Friday's workout will be the final hurdle before potentially being activated. He landed on the injured list Aug. 11 with a left ribcage contusion and is poised to return after a minimum stay on the shelf.
Aug 18 2021Hill (ribs) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been on the injured list with a left ribcage contusion since Wednesday, but he was able to participate in baseball activities Tuesday. The 25-year-old will start in the outfield during his return to game action Wednesday, and he'll appear in several rehab games since he won't be activated until next week at the earliest.
Aug 17 2021Hill (ribs) participated in baseball activities Tuesday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager A.J. Hinch said earlier Tuesday that Hill won't be activated until next week at the earliest, but this latest update indicates that the outfielder is progressing well after suffering a left ribcage contusion last week. Hinch suggested that Hill could return for the series in St. Louis beginning Aug. 24, though they will likely send him on a rehab assignment before he's reinstated.
Aug 11 2021Hill was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left ribcage contusion Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill sustained rib and knee injuries Tuesday when he collided with outfielder Akil Baddoo (concussion), and both players will spend time on the injured list. Zack Short and Renato Nunez were called up to take their spots on the active roster, while Victor Reyes and Eric Haase appear to be in line to see increased playing time in the outfield.
Aug 10 2021Hill was removed from Tuesday's game against the Orioles after colliding in the outfield with teammate Akil Baddoo, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two outfielders collided at full speed in left-center field while chasing down a fly ball, which Hill managed to snag. According to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press, Hill is being evaluated for a rib injury. He went 0-for-3 before exiting the contest, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him receive Wednesday off given the violent nature of the collision.
Aug 9 2021Hill went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run Sunday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was responsible for three of Detroit's four runs in this game after going yard off Zach Plesac, and that was his first long ball of the season. However, it must be noted that he also struck out in his three other at-bats. The centerfielder is hitting .260 with a .686 OPS on the season.
Aug 7 2021Hill will sit Saturday against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill sits after starting four straight games, a stretch in which he recorded just two hits. Akil Baddoo slides to center field in his absence, with Robbie Grossman starting in left.
Aug 1 2021Hill is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill went 6-for-17 with a triple, three runs and two RBI while starting each of the past four games, but he'll get a breather in the series finale. Akil Baddoo slides over from the corner outfield to replace Hill in center.
Jul 28 2021Hill went 3-for-6 with two runs and two RBI in Wednesday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers scored 17 runs on 16 hits, and Hill was right in the middle of it all. All three of his hits were singles, but Hill won't complain after getting just three hits total in his previous 13 at-bats. The 25-year-old outfielder is getting the chance to play every day and he boosted his average up to .289 with the strong performance.
Jul 27 2021Hill is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: An 0-for-4 showing Monday lowered Hill's average to .240 in nine games since the All-Star break. He has neither recorded an extra-base hit nor driven in a run during that span, although he has drawn four walks and scored five times. Akil Baddoo will start in center field and bat leadoff Tuesday.
Jul 22 2021Hill is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has started in center field in four of the Tigers' previous five games, going 3-for-11 with three runs and two stolen bases. With Eric Haase expected to spend more time behind the plate for the foreseeable future following Jake Rogers' (arm) placement on the injured list, Hill could fill a near-everyday role in the outfield alongside Akil Baddoo and Robbie Grossman.
Jul 19 2021Hill is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill started in center field in each of Detroit's first three games of the second half, going 2-for-7 with three runs and two stolen bases. Though Hill isn't entrenched as an everyday player for Detroit, his excellent defense and speed should at least allow him to pick up a handful of starts per week.
Jul 18 2021Hill went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's 7-0 win over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill is up to six stolen bases in seven attempts after his theft Sunday. The 25-year-old outfielder has added three RBI and six runs scored through 26 plate appearances, but all six of his hits so far have been singles. He'll likely see the short side of a platoon with Akil Baddoo in center field while Daz Cameron (toe) is out.
Jul 17 2021Hill is starting in center field and batting ninth in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was recalled from Triple-A Toledo on Friday but didn't get the chance to play when the twin bill was rained out. The 25-year-old will start at least once Saturday with Akil Baddoo getting the first game off. Hill should get some playing time while Daz Cameron (toe) is on the injured list, though Cameron's eventual return may push Hill back to the minors.
Jul 16 2021Hill was recalled from Triple-A Toledo on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill appeared in eight big-league games during the first half of the season and will rejoin the Tigers coming out of the All-Star break. The 25-year-old has a .320/.373/.508 slash line in 137 plate appearances at Triple-A this year and should see more opportunities in the outfield for Detroit this time around with Nomar Mazara designated for assignment.
Jun 30 2021Hill was recalled by the Tigers as the 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was reinstated from the injured list Tuesday after he missed just under three weeks with a shoulder issue, and he'll be available for Wednesday's twin bill. He went 3-for-12 with two runs, an RBI and three stolen bases in seven games prior to his injury, and he could return to the minors following the doubleheader.
Jun 29 2021Hill (shoulder) was activated off the injured list Tuesday and optioned to Triple-A Toledo. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill wound up missing just shy of three weeks after hurting his shoulder while crashing into the outfield wall. He's no longer needed in the majors now that he's healthy, however, so he'll remain in the minors to await his next chance.
Jun 25 2021Hill's (shoulder) rehab assignment was transferred to Triple-A Toledo on Friday, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has already missed over two weeks with a sprained right shoulder. He went 6-for-18 at the plate over four rehab games for Low-A Lakeland and should be ready to be activated soon, though the Tigers have yet to specify exactly when that will happen.
Jun 21 2021Hill (shoulder) began a rehab assignment at Low-A Lakeland over the weekend, appearing in games Saturday and Sunday while going 3-for-10 with a double. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill served as a designated hitter for both contests, so the Tigers will presumably want to see him play close to a full game in center field at the minor-league level before he's reinstated from the injured list. Prior to being shut down with the sprained right shoulder, Hill had emerged as the Tigers' primary option in center field, but his path to regular at-bats could be closed by the time he's ready to return. Akil Baddoo and Daz Cameron have been picking up most of the work in center of late, while Robbie Grossman and Nomar Mazara typically occupy the corner spots.
Jun 10 2021The Tigers placed Hill on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a right shoulder sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old picked up the injury when he collided with the outfield wall while making a spectacular catch in Wednesday's win over the Mariners. The injury comes at a particularly inconvenient time for Hill, who had started five straight games while going 3-for-11 with three stolen bases. Akil Baddoo and the newly recalled Daz Cameron will likely form a platoon in center field while Hill is on the shelf.
Jun 9 2021Hill was removed from Wednesday's game against the Mariners with a right shoulder sprain after crashing into the outfield wall, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill made a great running catch in center, but was shaken up after his right shoulder impacted the wall. Akil Baddoo entered the game to replace Hill. It's unclear how much time Hill will miss, or if he'll require a trip to the injured list.
Jun 8 2021Hill went 2-for-3 with a run scored and an RBI in Tuesday's win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Appearing in his sixth game of the season, Hill delivered his first multi-hit performance. The team recently designated JaCoby Jones for assignment, so there's an opportunity for Hill to earn more regular playing time in center field. His primary competition at the moment seems to be Akil Baddoo, and neither player has a particularly lengthy MLB track record, so they could each get some time for the rebuilding Tigers.
Jun 3 2021Hill was recalled by the Tigers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill saw action in two games for the Tigers in late April but struck out in his lone plate appearance. The 25-year-old has looked good in 21 Triple-A games this season, hitting .355/.417/.526 with two homers and four steals. He'll likely fill a bench role during his time with the team. Victor Reyes (intercostal) was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move.
Apr 29 2021Hill was returned to the alternate site after Thursday's doubleheader against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was recalled as the 27th man and entered as a pinch-runner in the latter contest. This was his first stint with the big-league club this season, and he figures to serve primarily as organizational depth in the outfield throughout the campaign.
Apr 21 2021Hill was optioned to the alternate training site after Wednesday's doubleheader against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was recalled as the 27th man for the twin bill and made his first appearance of the season as a defensive replacement during the nightcap. Hill figures to be in the mix for another promotion when Detroit needs outfield depth later in the season.
Mar 16 2021Hill was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill had been competing for at most a bench spot in the Tigers' outfield. He has good speed and a solid glove but hasn't been much of a threat at the plate throughout his professional career, posting a career .243/.313/.349 line in the minors before going 1-for-11 with six strikeouts in his brief big-league debut last season.
Mar 13 2021Detroit manager A.J. Hinch has been impressed with Hill's performance during spring training, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 2014 first-round pick is known more for his defense, but he's slashing a solid .308/.400/.462 so far in Grapefruit League play. "We know what we're going to get defensively. We know he's going to run the bases," Hinch said. "The offensive production, it's been good." Hill is still likely a long shot to make the Opening Day roster with the likes of JaCoby Jones, Robbie Grossman, Victor Reyes, Nomar Mazara and Akil Baddoo all around. However, Hill could be a call-up option at some point this season if he continues to hit.
Sep 16 2020Hill remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has appeared in nine games since his Sept. 2 callup, but he's still waiting to make his first MLB start. The Tigers appear content to use him mainly as a late-inning defensive replacement or pinch runner, as he showed little aptitude as a hitter during his time in the minors.
Sep 2 2020Hill isn't starting Wednesday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill received his first major-league callup Wednesday to replace JaCoby Jones (hand) on the active roster, but he won't be in the lineup for the series finale against the Brewers. Victor Reyes will take over in center field with Jorge Bonifacio starting in right field.
Jul 16 2020Hill left Detroit's intrasquad game Thursday with left knee soreness, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill has been having an impressive camp and has taken advantage of increased playing time while Travis Demeritte and JaCoby Jones have been injured. The 24-year-old will continue to push toward making his major-league debut in 2020, but he needs to avoid any extended time off in order to earn that opportunity.
Jul 15 2020While Hill is unlikely to make the Tigers' Opening Day roster, he has been impressing the coaching staff with his speed and defensive play during summer camp, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill is known as a strong defender and he's been showcasing that so far, making a number of tough catches during intrasquad play. The Tigers have the likes of Victor Reyes, JaCoby Jones, Cameron Maybin and Christin Stewart in the mix for outfield playing time, but Hill is a former first-round pick, so there's definitely some potential there. He could work his way into some playing time, particularly if Jones (oblique) ends up missing a significant amount of time, or if any other outfielders miss time during the season.
Jul 2 2020Hill, who is part of the Tigers' 60-man player pool, could be the next man up in center field if a need arises, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hill was expected to spend most of 2020 at Triple-A Toledo after spending last year with Double-A Erie, but he won't get that opportunity with the minor-league season officially canceled. The 24-year-old will now provide outfield depth at the MLB level, and because of his strong defensive ability, he could get a look if the likes of JaCoby Jones or Victor Reyes are inactive at any point due to injury or illness.