Justin Turner
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MLB Player Data
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Jun 23 2025Turner is starting at first base and batting eighth in Monday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With St. Louis starting lefty Matthew Liberatore, regular first baseman Michael Busch will get a day off, allowing Turner to enter the lineup. The veteran is just 3-for-17 this month and is only batting .204 with a .551 OPS overall, so his fantasy appeal has been limited so far in 2025.
Jun 3 2025Turner is serving as the designated hitter and batting eighth in Tuesday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kyle Tucker jammed his finger in Sunday's contest and will miss at least one game as a result, which slides Seiya Suzuki into right field and opens up the DH spot for Turner. The veteran has yet to get going this season with a .210/.302/.272 slash line across 81 at-bats, though he could still see an uptick in playing time if Tucker is forced to miss additional games.
May 25 2025Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got on the board with his first home run of the season in the third inning against Cincinnati starter Andrew Abbott. It's been a struggle so far for the veteran infielder in a reserve role, as he's sporting a .588 OPS, which would be Turner's worst since the .229 mark he posted in only nine games back in 2010, his second year in the majors.
May 11 2025Turner is serving as the designated hitter and batting eighth in Sunday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is serving as Chicago's DH for the second straight game, as Seiya Suzuki handles left field in the absence of Ian Happ (oblique). Turner has yet to really get going this season, slashing just .161/.269/.161 across 23 games. The veteran is also still looking for his first home run in a Cubs uniform.
Apr 7 2025Turner is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will return to the bench after he picked up his third start of the season in Sunday's 8-7 loss to the Padres and went 0-for-4 with an RBI. All three of those starts have come against left-handed pitching, and Turner will likely remain limited to a short-side platoon role while the Cubs have all of their lineup regulars available.
Feb 18 2025Turner agreed to terms Tuesday with the Cubs on a one-year, $6 million contract, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 40-year-old Turner will join the eighth organization of his career in 2025 after he slashed .259/.354/.383 with 11 home runs over 139 games between the Blue Jays and Mariners last season. Mooney relays that it's "unclear to what extent" the Cubs might consider Turner as an option at third base, where top prospect Matt Shaw (oblique) is the favorite to win the job. The Cubs' plan for now seems to be for Turner to see most of his playing time on the short side of a platoon at first base with Michael Busch, while also getting occasional starts at designated hitter.
Sep 28 2024Turner is absent from Saturday's lineup against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will sit for a second straight game Saturday. Jorge Polanco will serve as the designated hitter and bat fifth against A's right-hander Joey Estes.
Sep 27 2024Turner is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Oakland, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will begin Friday's contest on the bench while Cal Raleigh serves as the designated hitter and bats second. Turner has reached base safely in 24 straight starts, and since Sept. 1 he's slashed .293/.391/.440 with 13 runs scored, two home runs and eight RBI across 92 plate appearances.
Sep 26 2024Turner went 1-for-5 with a two-run single in a win over the Astros on Wednesday, extending his on-base streak to 20 games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has also reached safely in 24 straight starts, and he owns a .302/.396/.500 slash line with a 14.2 percent walk rate and 17.0 percent strikeout rate over that span. Those numbers are reminiscent of vintage Turner from the pinnacle of his career with the Dodgers, and his contributions have played an integral part in keeping the Mariners in contention for an AL wild-card spot.
Sep 22 2024Turner (knee) will start at first base and bat fifth Sunday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner fouled a ball off his knee Saturday and was forced to leave the game, but apparently it's not bad enough to cost him a start. As he approaches his 40th birthday in November, Turner's MLB future is uncertain, but he's shown signs of life with a .303/.398/.494 batting line and four homers in his last 26 games for Seattle.
Sep 21 2024Turner left in the sixth inning of Saturday's game against the Rangers due to a knee injury, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner fouled a ball off his knee during his at-bat in the top of the sixth inning, and he'll finish the game having gone 2-for-4. Dylan Moore has shifted over to first base while Leo Rivas comes in at second.
Sep 13 2024Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Rangers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran turned on a Kumar Rocker offering in the fourth inning and sent it 401 feet to center field for his 10th home run of the season and the Mariners' first run of the game. Turner has now reached safely in eight consecutive contests and in 12 straight starts overall, mustering a .279/.407/.535 slash line with five extra-base hits, five RBI, 10 runs and an impressively modest 13.0 percent strikeout rate over the latter span (54 plate appearances).
Sep 9 2024Turner went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk and two runs in a win over the Cardinals on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was a late lineup replacement for Victor Robles (elbow) and made good use of his inclusion into the starting nine, pushing his season OBP to a stellar .344 with his trio of trips on the basepaths. The 39-year-old is showing he still has plenty of life in his bat, now having authored three multi-hit efforts in his last eight games and furnishing a .321 average and 1.031 OPS across 33 plate appearances in that stretch.
Sep 8 2024Turner is starting at first base and batting fifth Sunday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 39-year-old was poised to sit Sunday in St. Louis but will instead start the contest since Victor Robles (elbow) was scratched. Turner is off to a slow start in September, as he's gone 4-for-20 with four walks, a double, an RBI and two runs in six games.
Sep 7 2024Turner went 2-for-5 with a double in a win over the Cardinals on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran extended his recent stretch of hot hitting with Friday's production, which pushed his average over the last seven games to .320 (8-for-25). Turner has three of his five extra-base hits with the Mariners in that span, and he's also striking out at just a 10.0 percent clip within that sample of 30 plate appearances.
Sep 1 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had started in six of the Mariners' previous seven contests, but all but one of those came against left-handed starting pitchers. The 39-year-old looks like he'll fill the short side of a platoon at first base with Luke Raley while Seattle has all of its key bats available.
Aug 28 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 3-for-15 at the dish while starting in each of the Mariners' last four contests, Turner will head to the bench for the series finale. Three of Turner's previous four starts came against left-handed pitchers, and the Mariners are seemingly viewing him as more of a short-side platoon player at this stage of his career.
Aug 26 2024Turner went 2-for-4 with a run scored in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's first multi-hit effort since Aug. 10 marked his sixth straight start hitting safely, albeit all via singles. The veteran has recorded just two extra-base hits across 66 plate appearances this month, and with 25 extra-base hits through 110 games, he's on pace for his lowest total in that category in a non-pandemic-shortened season since 2014. The lack of pop has resulted in him falling into a short-side platoon role, as he's started in only one of the Mariners' last three matchups with right-handed pitchers.
Aug 24 2024Turner entered Friday's extra-inning win over the Giants as a pinch hitter in the bottom of the sixth inning and remained in the game at first base, going 1-for-2 with an RBI single, a walk and a run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner drew the free pass during his pinch-hit plate appearance, and then ignited the Mariners' four-run, game-tying rally in the eighth with a timely knock that plated Jorge Polanco. Turner hasn't offered much pop of late, but he's rapped out a single in four straight starts and continues to hold down a near-everyday role at first base.
Aug 11 2024Turner went 2-for-3 with an RBI single, a run-scoring double, a walk and a run in a win over the Mets on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had a significant hand in the Mariners' offensive output for the night, plating Randy Arozarena with his first-inning double before rapping a single to drive his teammate home again for the final run of the contest in the seventh. The multi-RBI effort was already Turner's third since joining Seattle at the trade deadline, and the multi-hit tally snapped him out of a 1-for-16 funk that had encompassed his previous five games.
Aug 8 2024Turner (hand) started at first base in Wednesday's loss to the Tigers and went 1-for-3 with a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran infielder was able to avoid missing any games after getting plunked on his left hand in Tuesday's game. Turner snapped a brief 0-for-6 skid that had encompassed his previous two contests with Wednesday's production, and he boasts a .362 average and .913 OPS across 15 games since the All-Star break, with six of those games coming with the Mariners.
Aug 7 2024Turner (hand) will start at first base and bat fourth Wednesday against the Tigers, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was pulled from Tuesday's contest after taking a pitch off his left hand, but his bruise won't keep him out of Wednesday's game. The 39-year-old veteran has been hot since the All-Star break, slashing .364/.407/.509 with two homers and eight RBI across 59 plate appearances.
Aug 6 2024Turner was diagnosed with a left hand contusion after getting hit by a pitch during Tuesday's game against Detroit, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner remained in the game to run the bases after he took a 95-mph sinker off his left hand in the seventh inning, but he was later pinch hit for by Cade Marlowe in the ninth frame. Precautionary X-rays came back clean after the game, and Turner is officially viewed as day-to-day heading into Wednesday's contest.
Aug 4 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started the past four games after being acquired from the Blue Jays on Monday, and he went 5-for-18 with a home run in his first week with the Mariners. Jason Vosler will take over at first base in the series finale versus the Phillies.
Aug 2 2024Turner went 2-for-4 with a grand slam in Friday's 10-2 win over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner put an exclamation mark on the Mariners' seven-run second inning, hitting his first homer with the team since he was traded from the Blue Jays. The 39-year-old has gone 5-for-14 with six RBI across his first three games with Seattle, and that's been enough for him to take over a starting role at first base, though he served as the designated hitter Friday. Turner is slashing .261/.351/.382 with seven homers, 37 RBI, 38 runs scored and no stolen bases across 93 contests this season.
Jul 31 2024Turner started at first base in his Mariners debut Tuesday, going 1-for-5 with a run-scoring single and an RBI groundout during a 10-6 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Acquired via trade from the Blue Jays a day earlier, Turner wasted no time making his mark in a Mariners uniform and simultaneously doing damage against one of his old clubs. The 39-year-old has been of baseball's steadier hitters over the last decade-plus, and after atypically struggling most of the season, he's now hitting a blistering .500 (14-for-28) over his last seven games dating back to July 23, a surge that's raised his average and OPS by 28 and 52 points, respectively.
Jul 29 2024The Mariners acquired Turner from the Blue Jays on Monday in exchange for outfielder RJ Schreck, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was mysteriously pulled from the first game of Monday's doubleheader in Baltimore after just one plate appearance, and the trade with the Mariners ending up being the reasoning behind his early exit. The 39-year-old will give Seattle an everyday option at first base and/or designated hitter, and while he's struggled to a .257/.351/.373 slash line for the season as a member of the Blue Jays, he should still help upgrade a slumping lineup. Seattle will absorb the $4.3 million remaining on Turner's $13 million salary for 2024, per Daniel Kramer of MLB.com.
Jul 24 2024Turner went 3-for-4 with one RBI and one run scored in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has logged back-to-back three-hit efforts after opening July in a 4-for-41 slide. While he didn't knock an extra-base hit Wednesday, it's still encouraging to see the veteran make better contact. For the year, he's slashing .243/.339/.359 with six home runs, 31 RBI, 35 runs scored and no stolen bases across 85 contests.
Jul 14 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 39-year-old will get a break in the series finale after he had started in each of the last six games while going just 1-for-24 with nine strikeouts. George Springer will get a day out of the outfield and will replace Turner as the Blue Jays' designated hitter.
Jul 6 2024The Blue Jays reinstated Turner from the paternity list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner won't start Saturday's game against Seattle, but he should retain his role as the Jays' primary designated hitter after spending three days away from the team for the birth of his child. The 39-year-old has slashed .250/.359/.375 on the season, though he boasts a 1.009 OPS over his last nine contests. Addison Barger was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move.
Jul 3 2024The Blue Jays placed Turner on the paternity leave list Wednesday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will miss a maximum of three games while awaiting the birth of his child, starting with Wednesday's matchup against the Astros. Assuming he is out for the next three games, his return is slated for Saturday's contest against the Mariners. Steward Berroa was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to take Turner's spot on the 26-man roster.
Jun 28 2024Turner went 1-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored and an RBI in Thursday's win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The hit was a fluky one -- he squibbed a ball down the first-base line and it caromed off the bag and away from Ben Rice rather than rolling foul -- but Turner still put together a productive night in a 9-2 rout. The veteran slugger has found a groove at the plate, going 10-for-25 (.400) over the last eight games with a double, a homer, four RBI, seven runs and an 8:6 BB:K. Despite the surge, Turner's .715 OPS on the season would be his lowest mark since 2013.
Jun 17 2024Turner went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a double, two runs scored and a walk in Monday's loss to Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner scored Toronto's first run after drawing a walk in the second inning. He later ripped a solo shot in the sixth inning for his fifth home run of the year. He snapped a 33-game homerless drought, during which he slashed .155/.250/.191. Turner now owns a .691 OPS with 18 extra-base hits and 24 runs scored through 233 plate appearances.
Jun 16 2024Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: George Springer will get the start at DH as Addison Barger takes over in right field against right-hander Ben Lively. Age has caught up to Turner in a hurry -- he's slashing .225/.314/.345 with four home runs this season -- and the veteran will likely continue to receive regular rest days as the Blue Jays work in newcomers like Barger and Spencer Horwitz.
Jun 12 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will head to the bench for the second time in the series, opening up the designated-hitter spot for Daniel Vogelbach in the finale. Though he's begun to heat up in June with a .400 on-base percentage and .407 slugging percentage, Turner is still maintaining a .676 OPS on the season, the worst mark of his career since he became an everyday player in the big leagues.
Jun 10 2024Turner is not in the lineup for Monday's contest in Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been trending up finally at the plate recently in reaching base 11 times across his last six games, but he will begin this one on the bench. Daniel Vogelbach is at designated hitter.
Jun 8 2024Turner is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will begin Saturday's game in the dugout after going 0-for-3 with one walk and two strikeouts in the series opener Friday. The lefty-hitting Daniel Vogelbach will serve as the designated hitter Saturday and bat sixth against Athletics right-hander Luis Medina.
Jun 5 2024Turner went 3-for-4 with a double and a run, reaching 1,500 career hits in Wednesday's 3-2 win against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner scored after doubling in the second inning, and he singled in his next at-bat for the 1,500th hit of his major-league career. The veteran has posted a modest .225/.307/.354 slash line through 202 plate appearances in his first campaign with Toronto, though he's maintained his usual solid contact skills with a 16.3 percent strikeout rate. Turner has added four homers, 20 RBI, 19 runs and a 10.1 percent walk rate.
Jun 3 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has seen his playing time slip lately amidst his struggles, as he's now been out of the lineup for two of the previous three contests and five of the last 11 games. Daniel Vogelbach will make a third straight start at designated hitter.
Jun 1 2024Turner is out of the lineup Saturday versus the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will head to the bench after he went 2-for-11 with a double, two RBI, four walks and two strikeouts while starting the team's last three contests. Daniel Vogelbach will replace him at designated hitter and bat fifth against Pittsburgh.
May 27 2024Turner is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has now been absent from the lineup for two straight games and three times over his club's last five contests. He did enter the game twice over that stretch as a pinch hitter and will be an option to do so again Monday when/if the White Sox put a left-handed reliever in. Daniel Vogelbach will start at designated hitter Monday.
May 26 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's offensive production has fallen sharply in May with a .105/.164/.123 slash line through 16 games, and he'll sit Sunday for the second time in Toronto's past four contests. Daniel Vogelbach will bat fifth as the designated hitter in the series finale at Detroit.
May 23 2024Turner isn't in Toronto's lineup for Thursday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get a breather Thursday after reaching base three times during Wednesday's win over the White Sox. Daniel Vogelbach will fill in as the Jays' DH and bat fifth.
May 19 2024Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was back in the starting nine for the past two games after missing three contests with an illness, and he'll take a seat for Sunday's series finale. Daniel Vogelbach will step in as Toronto's designated hitter.
May 17 2024Turner (illness) is back in the lineup as the designated hitter for Friday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was one of three sick Toronto players and missed the starting lineup for team's last three games due to the illness. The primary designated hitter will return against Tampa Bay, slashing .246/.317/.405 on the season with 16 RBI.
May 15 2024Turner (illness) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's contest in Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is one of a few Blue Jays players who have been under the weather of late, but he's the only one who will remain on the bench Wednesday. The Blue Jays are off Thursday, so Turner will aim to be back in the lineup Friday versus the Rays. Daniel Vogelbach will step in for Turner on Wednesday as Toronto's designated hitter.
May 14 2024Turner (illness) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 39-year-old will sit for the third consecutive game as he continues to deal with an illness, which has also afflicted teammates Kevin Kiermaier and George Springer, though Kiermaier is back in the lineup Tuesday. Turner should continue to be considered day-to-day heading into Wednesday's series finale in Baltimore.
May 13 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Turner is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles due to an illness, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's absence from the lineup for Sunday's 5-1 loss to the Twins was believed to be for maintenance purposes while he was in the midst of a 1-for-22 slump at the plate over his previous five starts, but he's apparently a victim of the bug that seems to be making its way around the Toronto clubhouse. He'll be on the bench for a second straight day Monday, while George Springer and Kevin Kiermaier are out of the lineup for the third and fourth time, respectively, in the four games due to illnesses of their own.
May 12 2024Turner is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale against Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get a day off in the series finale as the Blue Jays hand Daniel Vogelbach a start at designated hitter in his stead. The 39-year-old has gone hitless over his last three games and is 3-for-30 with two runs and one RBI in May.
May 1 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's tilt versus the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's a routine maintenance day for Turner, who hit two home runs in the series opener Monday before going hitless Tuesday. Daniel Vogelbach will serve as the designated hitter Wednesday and also occupy the cleanup spot.
Apr 29 2024Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and a solo home run during Monday's 6-5 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner dominated Royals starter Jonathan Bowlan -- who was making his second-career start -- notching both home runs off him in the first and third innings. The contest doubled Turner's 2024 home run total and was his first multi-homer game since June of 2023. Through 28 games, Turner is slashing .311/.390/.533 with 15 RBI and 15 runs scored.
Apr 24 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's absence from the lineup looks to be nothing more than a routine maintenance day after the 39-year-old had started in each of the Blue Jays' last nine games. Daniel Vogelbach will fill in for Turner as Toronto's designated hitter.
Apr 19 2024Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Friday's win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner opened the game's scoring with a 404-foot solo home run off Matt Waldron in the first inning. The 39-year-old veteran tacked on another RBI in the second inning via a single. Turner has looked quite comfortable with his new Canadian team, slashing .345/.429/.569 with two homers and 11 RBI over 70 plate appearances.
Apr 14 2024Turner went 3-for-4 with a double and three RBI in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner made his mark early Sunday, notching an RBI single in the first inning. He later added an RBI double in the fourth frame before driving in another run on a base knock in the fifth inning. Turner has now recorded at least one hit in six consecutive games, batting .526 with three doubles, four RBI and three runs scored over those contests.
Apr 13 2024Turner is not in Saturday's lineup against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This will be Turner's third day out of the lineup thus far this season, as the Jays look to keep the veteran fresh. He is hitting .350 with one home run, seven runs and five RBI in 40 at-bats. Daniel Vogelbach is starting at designated hitter and batting cleanup against righty Dakota Hudson.
Apr 7 2024Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's absence doesn't appear to be anything more than a maintenance day as the Blue Jays and Yankees wrap up their series with an afternoon contest that begins at 1:35 p.m. ET. With Turner on the bench, George Springer will get a day out of the outfield and will serve as Toronto's designated hitter.
Apr 3 2024Turner went 3-for-3 with two doubles and a walk in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner cranked a pair of doubles off Framber Valdez early in the contest. The 39-year-old veteran would later draw a two-out walk against Josh Hader in the ninth before coming around to score on Davis Schneider's eventual game-winning homer. Turner's gotten off to a nice start in Toronto, logging two three-hit games in his last three matchups. Overall, he's 7-for-20 with a homer and four RBI while serving as the Blue Jays' primary DH.
Mar 31 2024Turner went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, double and a walk, driving in four runs and scoring two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had collected just one hit in the first three games of the season but tripled that figure Sunday. He drove in the first run of the game with an RBI single in the first, then added a two-RBI double in the third and a solo homer in the fifth. The 39-year-old off-season signing from Boston is the primary third baseman for the Blue Jays and can still bring it at the plate after hitting .276 with 23 homers and 96 RBI last season
Mar 30 2024Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started at DH for the first two games of the season, going 1-for-8 with one double and two runs. Daniel Vogelbach will be the designated hitter Saturday and bat in the cleanup spot.
Mar 14 2024Turner went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran slugger got hold of a Roansy Contreras offering in the first inning and launched it down the left-field line for his first homer of the spring. Turner is batting .333 (8-for-24) in Grapefruit League action with a 5:4 BB:K, and the 39-year-old is showing no signs of slowing down as he gets ready for his first season in a Blue Jays uniform.
Mar 13 2024Turner went 3-for-3 with two RBI in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: New York didn't send its A-listers to Dunedin for the contest -- Turner's singles came off Dennis Santana, Duane Underwood and Clayton Andrews -- but it was still a nice performance from the 39-year-old slugger. Turner is batting .333 (7-for-21) through 10 spring contests with a 5:4 BB:K, although his only extra-base hit so far is a double. He's expected to spend most of the season as the Blue Jays' DH while hitting in the heart of the order.
Jan 30 2024Turner signed a one-year, $13 million contract with the Blue Jays on Tuesday, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He can earn an additional $1.5 million in roster and performance bonuses. Turner is expected to be Toronto's primary designated hitter in 2024 while also providing the Jays with an option at third base and first base. Most importantly, he will give the team some more thump in the middle of its lineup. The 39-year-old slashed .276/.345/.455 with 23 home runs and 96 RBI last season with Boston.
Nov 3 2023Turner declined his $13.4 million player option for 2024 on Friday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will become a free agent and receive a $6.7 million buyout for declining his option. After belting 23 homers and a career-high 96 RBI in 2023, the 38-year-old veteran should have little trouble finding a team willing to offer him a contract similar to the $8.3 million deal he signed last offseason.
Sep 28 2023Turner is not in the lineup for Thursday's game in Baltimore, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had started each of the last seven contests for the Red Sox but will get a well-earned break Thursday. Masataka Yoshida will serve as Boston's designated hitter and Bobby Dalbec will man first base.
Sep 21 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Wednesday he does not plan to shut down Turner, who has been dealing with a bone bruise in his heel since August, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cora pledged Wednesday that the team will play out the string with its best players, and Turner has been one of them for much of the season. He started Wednesday's game, his 17th start through 19 games in September, but the injury may be taking its toll; Turner has a .625 OPS during the month. The player has given Cora no indication that he can't finish the season. "He won't tell me. He's always available. He wants to play," Cora said. "We signed him for 162-plus but right now, it looks like it's 162 and we've got to play through it. We've got to play all the way to the end." Turner is hitting .280 with 23 home runs, 95 RBI and an .818 OPS this season.
Sep 18 2023Turner is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers, according to Alex Speier of The Boston Globe. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner recorded just one hit in 11 at-bats over the past two days, so manager Alex Cora decided to give him a breather Monday. Trevor Story will serve as Boston's designated hitter and Bobby Dalbec will get the nod at first base.
Sep 16 2023Turner started at first base and went 2-for-4 with two doubles in Friday's 3-0 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner stepped in at first base for an injured Triston Casas (shoulder). The 38-year-old Turner has been a consistent producer and clubhouse presence all season for Boston and is expected to remain a regular over the final two weeks of the season. At this point, Adam Duvall is the veteran apt to lose plate appearances to younger talent.
Sep 14 2023Turner isn't in Boston's lineup for Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader with the Yankees, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get to rest during Game 2 after going 1-for-4 to begin Thursday's activities. Rafael Devers will instead serve as the Red Sox's designated hitter while Luis Urias starts at the hot corner and bats ninth.
Sep 13 2023Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started the previous 20 games but will step out of the lineup Wednesday after he posted a .253/.345/.400 slash line with three homers, 15 RBI and 12 runs during that stretch. Masataka Yoshida will serve as the designated hitter while Wilyer Abreu starts in left field.
Aug 26 2023Turner went 3-for-4 with a double, a solo homer and an extra RBI and run scored in Saturday's win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner blasted a solo homer in the 4th inning, doubled and scored a run in the sixth, and added a run-scoring single in the seventh. The veteran's three-hit performance raised his second-half batting average to .293 alongside eight homers, 32 RBI and 21 runs across 116 at-bats during that stretch.
Aug 23 2023Turner served as the designated hitter and went 2-for-5 with two RBI in Tuesday's 7-3 loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was back in the lineup after receiving Monday off. He's been nursing a bruised heel and had been asked to play the field, something manager Alex Cora is trying to avoid, for consecutive games over the weekend.
Aug 21 2023Turner is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Astros, according to Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had a big weekend series against the Yankees, but he will get some rest after starting two straight games at first base.
Aug 20 2023Turner went 2-for-4 with a double, a home run and four RBI in Sunday's 6-5 victory over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner put the Red Sox ahead 5-2 in the seventh inning with a two-run homer off Michael King, his 20th long ball of the year, before breaking a 5-5 tie with an RBI double in the ninth. Over his last eight games, the 38-year-old Turner's gone 10-for-29 (.345) with three home runs. His slash line is up to .288/.356/.488 with 79 RBI and 72 runs scored across 483 plate appearances this season.
Aug 17 2023Turner is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had started four straight games after returning from a heel injury over the weekend, but he'll sit this afternoon tilt following Wednesday's night game loss to the Nats. Trevor Story is getting a day at designated hitter while Pablo Reyes plays shortstop.
Aug 12 2023Turner (heel) is back in the lineup Saturday against the Tigers, batting third and serving as the designated hitter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been dealing with a bone bruise in his left heel throughout August, appearing in just three games and none since Monday. The injury typically requires an absence of at least a month, but the veteran has elected to play through the problem down the stretch. Whether or not the issue leads to increased absences and decreased performance remains to be seen.
Aug 11 2023Turner (heel) is out of the lineup again Friday versus the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner hasn't appeared in a game since Monday due to lingering discomfort related to a bone bruise in his left heel. He acknowledged this week that he'll likely have to play through pain down the stretch, which suggests he will face future shutdowns even after he returns. Pablo Reyes is covering second base Friday and Masataka Yoshida will serve as Boston's designated hitter.
Aug 10 2023Turner (heel) remains out of the lineup for Thursday's tilt against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has now sat out three straight games and six of the last nine contests due to a left heel bone bruise suffered back on July 31. It's an injury that often requires a multi-week absence, although Turner plans to play through it and could be back in the lineup as soon as Friday. Trevor Story will be the designated hitter again Thursday as Pablo Reyes handles shortstop.
Aug 9 2023Turner (heel) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's tilt versus the Royals, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight start Turner has missed with a bruised left heel, which has bothered him since last week. He's not expected to play Thursday, either, but hopes to make it back for the weekend series against the Tigers. Trevor Story is at designated hitter Wednesday, with Pablo Reyes playing shortstop.
Aug 8 2023Turner (heel) is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been bothered by a lingering left heel contusion since late July and will rest Tuesday and Wednesday after making three straight starts as Boston's designated hitter. The expectation remains that he will be able to avoid an IL stint.
Aug 5 2023Turner (heel) is batting third as the designated hitter Saturday against the Blue Jays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner hasn't seen the field since Monday while nursing a bruised left heel, but he'll return to the starting nine for Saturday's contest. The veteran slugger has a .909 OPS in 15 games since the All-Star break and will attempt to pick up where he left off prior to the injury.
Aug 4 2023Turner (heel) is out of the lineup again Friday versus the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been sidelined since Monday because of a lingering left heel contusion. Luis Urias will start at second base and bat eighth in his Red Sox debut against the Jays and right-hander Alek Manoah.
Aug 2 2023Turner (heel) remains out of the lineup Wednesday at Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner made an early exit from Monday's series opener against the Mariners due to a left heel contusion and hasn't played since, though there's been no talk of him requiring a stint on the injured list. Christian Arroyo will start at second base in Wednesday's matinee and Masataka Yoshida is serving as Boston's designated hitter.
Aug 1 2023Turner (heel) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Red Sox are viewing Turner as day-to-day after he exited Monday's 6-2 loss to Seattle with a left heel contusion. The 38-year-old has remained a solid fantasy asset in his first season in Boston, particularly over the past two months. Since June 1, Turner leads the majors in RBI (50), and he's also contributed 11 home runs, 36 runs, two stolen bases and a .311 average during that stretch.
Jul 31 2023Turner exited Monday's game against the Mariners due to a left heel contusion, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner hurt himself while attempting to beat out an infield single during the ninth inning and had to exit in favor of a pinch runner. Turner is officially listed as day-to-day, so his injury likely isn't anything too severe, but there's a good chance he gets a day off Tuesday in order to recover.
Jul 30 2023Turner went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 4-3 extra-innings loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's eighth-inning blast briefly put the Red Sox ahead 3-2. The infielder has been held hitless just twice over 22 games in July, batting .341 (29-for-85) for the month. He's up to a .287/.356/.483 slash line with 17 homers, 70 RBI, 66 runs scored, 25 doubles and four stolen bases through 101 contests. He started at first base Sunday, though he's spent more time at second base and designated hitter over the last week. Regardless of position, Turner is holding down a near-everyday role.
Jul 26 2023Turner is starting at second base and hitting second in Wednesday's contest versus Atlanta, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be his third start this season and eighth appearance at second base, which is actually one more appearance than he's made this year at his more familiar third base. Turner reached base three times and scored a pair of runs in the first game of the series Tuesday.
Jul 19 2023Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer and three RBI in Wednesday's 6-5 loss to the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner gave the Red Sox an early lead with a two-run homer off Ken Waldichuk in the first inning. The home run extended Turner's hit streak to 15 games -- he's gone 22-for-57 (.386) with four homers and a 1.099 OPS in that span. The 38-year-old Turner has had an impressive debut season with Boston. He's now slashing .289/.358/.478 with 15 homers, 61 RBI and 60 runs scored through 403 plate appearances.
Jul 18 2023Turner started at third base and went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Monday's 7-0 win over Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got the call at third base after Rafael Devers was scratched due to a calf injury. It was Turner's sixth start at the hot corner. The Red Sox have a few hot hitters right now, but none have made the impact that Turner has. He's hit in 13 consecutive games while delivering runs in 11 of those contests. Turner has gone 20-for-49 with three home runs, five doubles, 17 RBI and 12 runs scored during his hit streak.
Jul 15 2023Turner started at second base and went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Friday's 8-3 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's seventh-inning, two-run blast extended a hit streak to 10 games, during which he's 16-for-38 (.421) with three home runs and 14 RBI. His start at second base allowed manager Alex Cora to maximize the team's offensive potential. For one night, it worked. Turner, Jarren Duran (LF), Adam Duvall (CF) and Masataka Yoshida (DH) combined to go 6-for-18 with a double, two homers and two additional runs scored. Cora told Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com that Turner will play second base about once per week.
Jul 14 2023Turner is starting at second base and batting third in Friday's game versus the Cubs, Mac Cerullo of the Boston Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner entered play Friday having seen eight innings of action at second base this season, but this is his first start at the position since all the way back in 2015. The goal of the move is to inject more offense into the lineup, as this allows Masataka Yoshida to be the designated hitter and both Jarren Duran and Adam Duvall to start in the outfield.
Jul 7 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Thursday that Turner could play second base, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cora indicated he could deploy some creative alignments with the return of Yu Chang (wrist), who will serve as the team's primary shortstop when activated this weekend. Having Turner play second base would maximize the team's offense by having Turner, Adam Duvall and Jarren Duran in the order. Turner currently rides a six-game hit streak, going 11-for-24 with two home runs, nine RBI and seven runs scored during that stretch.
Jul 6 2023Turner went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two times Turner came up with runners in scoring position, he drove them in with singles. He has a five-game streak with at least one RBI, having gone 9-for-20 with two home runs, eight RBI and six runs scored during that stretch. His 49 RBI ranks second on the team behind Rafael Devers (66). The 38-year-old Turner has been clutch all season for Boston, posting a .350 average and .965 OPS with RISP.
Jul 5 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Wednesday that Turner could be used at second base in the coming days as the team looks to jumpstart its offense, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has made four appearances at second base this season, but his last start at the position came all the way back in September of 2015. Given that he's now 38, it would be a stretch to think he could handle the position regularly. It seems as if the Red Sox might be willing to give it a try, though, given how little they've gotten from the keystone from an offensive standpoint. Turner's fantasy managers would certainly welcome him picking up second base eligibility.
Jul 1 2023Turner went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in Friday's 5-0 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's fifth-inning home run was all pitcher James Paxton would need to halt Boston's five-game losing streak. The blast was Turner's 12th of the season and first in eight games. After a torrid three weeks in June (.342/.400/.630), Turner's bat fell silent over the last week; he finished the month on a 5-for-31 (.161) stretch over the final eight games.
Jun 21 2023Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run, two total runs, two total RBI, a walk and a stolen base in Wednesday's extra-inning loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner knocked in half of Boston's runs in the loss, swatting a 447-foot solo shot in the third inning and singling home another run in the fifth. The veteran finished with his eighth multi-hit performance over his past 11 games, a red-hot stretch during which he's batting .432 (19-for-44) with four homers, 14 RBI, 12 runs and two steals. In his first season with the Red Sox, Turner has been a steady contributor, posting a .284/.364/.465 slash line along with 11 homers, 40 RBI, 45 runs and four thefts.
Jun 19 2023Turner is not in the starting lineup Monday versus the Twins, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get a breather after he went 5-for-14 with two homers, two doubles, seven RBI and four runs scored while starting all three games of the team's series with the Yankees, including both contests Sunday. The 38-year-old has been on a tear in June, batting .318 with four home runs, 16 RBI, 11 runs and a stolen base over 66 at-bats in 16 games during the month. Masataka Yoshida will take over at designated hitter while Jarren Duran starts in left field and bats leadoff in the series opener with Minnesota on Monday.
Jun 17 2023Turner went 3-for-5 with a double, two-run homer, grand slam and an additional run scored in Friday's win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has hit safely in seven straight games, including five multi-hit efforts during that stretch. Friday's performance was the veteran's first multi-homer outing of the campaign, and his six RBI is a season high. Given his recent hot streak, the Red Sox are looking to get Turner's bat in the lineup as much as possible, which means he'll likely get a few more chances at first base to go along with his usual DH duties.
Jun 14 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Turner will get more playing time at first base, Sean McAdam of MassLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cora reshuffled the infield, which has become a mess. Enrique Hernandez will play less shortstop and Triston Casas, who failed to pick a throw in the dirt and committed a critical error in Monday's loss, will cede starts at first base to Turner. That began Tuesday, when Turner made his 41st start at first base over his 15-year career. It's not an ideal situation, as there's potential for wear and tear playing the field. The 38-year-old Turner was hired primarily to be Boston's designated hitter.
Jun 10 2023Turner went 2-for-4 with a walk and a stolen base in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner posted his second straight multi-hit game and his fourth such effort through nine contests in June. The 38-year-old also logged his third steal of the campaign, matching his total from each of the last two seasons. He continues to be a solid part of the heart of the Red Sox's order with a .264/.345/.404 slash line, seven home runs, 26 RBI, 33 runs scored and 12 doubles through 62 games.
Jun 5 2023Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's 4-1 loss against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was responsible for the Red Sox' lone run Monday with a solo shot off Shane McClanahan in the sixth inning, his seventh homer of the year. The 38-year-old Turner has been swinging the bat well, going 9-for-30 (.300) with seven RBI over his last seven games. He's slashing .266/.351/.416 with 26 RBI and 32 runs scored through 245 plate appearances in his first year with Boston.
Jun 3 2023Turner will be on the bench for the second half of Saturday's doubleheader against the Rays, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner helped the Red Sox to a victory in the afternoon contest, going 2-for-5 with three RBI. He'll rest his 38-year-old legs during the nightcap, with Triston Casas handling first base and Masataka Yoshida serving as the designated hitter.
May 29 2023Turner went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-2 loss to Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner launched his sixth homer in the eighth inning to bring Boston within two. Since returning from a knee injury, Turner has hit .167 (4-for-24) over six games.
May 22 2023Turner (knee) went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Monday's 2-1 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner missed both of the Red Sox's games over the weekend after leaving Friday's game with left knee soreness. The 38-year-old was back in the No. 3 spot in the lineup Monday while serving as the designated hitter. The 0-fer dropped his season average to .272, though he has hit safely in six of his last 10 contests with three home runs in that span.
May 21 2023Turner (knee) is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was removed from Friday's game against San Diego with left knee soreness, and while manager Alex Cora was hopeful for a return to the lineup on Sunday, Turner will miss at least one more game while recuperating. Masataka Yoshida will be the designated hitter for Sunday's finale while Ramiel Tapia gets the start in left.
May 20 2023Turner (knee) is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Padres, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner exited with left knee soreness against the Padres on Friday, and manager Alex Cora told reporters after the game that it was very likely Turner would miss Saturday's contest. Masataka Yoshida is the designated hitter for Saturday's contest, with Raimel Tapia getting the start in left field.
May 19 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters after Friday's game that Turner (knee) is unlikely to play Saturday against the Padres, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "[Turner] felt it in the first inning," Cora said. "He swung at something and felt it in the knee. So we just took him out just to make sure he's OK. Probably he'll be down [Saturday] and hopefully, he'll be back on Sunday." Turner should be considered day-to-day, but it does appear the right-handed hitter will be out of the lineup for Saturday's contest against San Diego.
May 17 2023Turner went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run and three total runs in Wednesday's 12-3 victory over Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner helped Boston get off to a fast start, singling and scoring in the first inning and launching a two-run homer to left field in the second. It was the second straight game with a long ball for Turner, who didn't homer until his 16th contest this season. The veteran has been picking up steam at the plate of late, going 10-for-28 (.357) with three homers and six RBI over his past eight games.
May 10 2023Turner is making his first start at third base this season for the Red Sox on Wednesday in Atlanta, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has made eight starts at first base in addition to 27 at designated hitter, but this will be his first time at his customary hot corner. Rafael Devers is getting a day off.
May 7 2023Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner looks to be getting a well-deserved veteran's day off after he had started at either first base or designated hitter in each of Boston's last 18 games. Masataka Yoshida will get a chance to rest his legs as Boston's DH rather than playing his usual spot in left field while Turner rests.
May 4 2023Turner went 3-for-5 with an RBI, a stolen base and two runs scored in Thursday's 11-5 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even at 38 years old, Turner can still swipe a bag here and there. He's notched now notched two steals this season. He's posted multiple hits in three straight games, raising his slash line to .286/.377/.389 with two home runs, 11 RBI, 17 runs scored and seven doubles through 33 contests. He won't pump up the counting stats much, but he's a solid stabilizer for batting average in fantasy.
Apr 2 2023Turner went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Saturday's 9-8 win over the Orioles. He also reached base when he was hit by a pitch. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has gotten off to a nice start to his time in Boston, providing two-hit performances in both of his first two contests while reaching base six times in 10 total plate appearances. He batted out of the third spot in Boston's first two contests versus right-handed starting pitchers and will remain in the lineup Sunday as the No. 3 hitter while lefty Cole Irvin takes the hill for Baltimore.
Mar 25 2023Turner went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Friday's spring game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner returned to action earlier this week after recovering from facial injury. He's played in three games and appears to be ready to go for Opening Day.
Mar 20 2023Turner (face) will serve as the Red Sox's designated hitter and No. 3 batter in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates, Mac Cerullo of The North Andover Eagle-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is checking back into the Red Sox's starting nine for the first time since taking a pitch to the face in a March 6 game. Fortunately for Turner, he able to avoid any facial fractures, though he sustained a laceration that required several stitches and caused him to pause baseball activities for a few days. He was able to resume activity just over a week ago and made it through batting practice Friday without incident, so the Red Sox will be comfortable easing him back into the lineup in a non-defensive role. Turner is expected to see the majority of his starts out of the DH spot this season so long as Rafael Devers is healthy.
Mar 18 2023Turner (face) is set to return to the lineup as the designated hitter Monday against the Pirates, Mike Monaco of ESPN reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will take batting practice on the field Saturday in advance of his return to Grapefruit League play. It will end up being exactly two weeks in between when Turner first suffered the hit-by-pitch to his face and when he makes his return. As a veteran and Boston's presumptive designated hitter, Turner won't need much spring action to get tuned up before Opening Day.
Mar 17 2023Turner (face) will take batting practice on the field Friday and could return to Grapefruit League action Monday if all goes well, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It had been suggested Turner could return to games over the weekend, but it appears that timeline has been pushed back a tad. He'll have missed two weeks of action if he returns Monday following a hit-by-pitch to the face that required 16 stitches. Turner should be fine for Opening Day.
Mar 15 2023Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Turner (face) is scheduled to take batting practice Friday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Assuming Turner is able to track the ball well during his upcoming BP session, he could be cleared to rejoin the Red Sox's Grapefruit League lineup as soon as Saturday or Sunday for what would be his first game action since he exited a March 6 contest after being struck in the face by a pitch. Turner was fortunate to avoid a concussion or any facial fractures, but he required 16 stitches to seal a laceration on his face and also experienced significant swelling. The Red Sox will likely ease Turner back into the spring lineup at designated hitter before having him play third base.
Mar 13 2023Turner (face) said Monday he could return to Grapefruit League games later this week, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner managed to avoid serious injury when he was hit in the face by a pitch a week ago and was cleared to resume baseball activities over the weekend after having his stitches removed. At this point, it appears Turner should be fine for Opening Day.
Mar 12 2023Turner (face) played catch and took swings off a tee Sunday, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sunday's work represents the first baseball activity Turner has participated in since getting hit in the face by a pitch last Monday. Surprisingly, he didn't sustain any fractures or lose any teeth. Turner was given the go-ahead to resume activities after having 16 stitches removed Saturday. "Hopefully just kind of keep ramping it up as long as there's no setbacks and hopefully be back out there as soon as possible," Turner said. He believes he can be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 11 2023Turner (face) is making "big improvements," according to Ian Browne of MLB.com. Turner might take batting practice Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In addition to taking BP in the near future, Turner is also getting his stitches removed after he was hit in the face by a pitch and taken to the hospital earlier this week. Turner received 16 stitches and dealt with significant swelling, but he cleared all is scans and appears tentatively on track to be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 9 2023Turner (face) visited the Red Sox' spring training complex Thursday and the team is hopeful he'll have time to get ready for Opening Day, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will not resume on-field workouts until his stitches are removed, which is expected to happen in about two weeks. That gives him a pretty tight window to knock some rust off before the opener, but it seems doable since he already has six games under his belt and, as a veteran, probably doesn't need a ton of at-bats.
Mar 8 2023Manager Alex Cora said Wednesday that Turner (face) will probably be out two weeks, Mike Monaco of ESPN reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The timeline offered by Cora suggests that Turner, who was hit in the face Monday and required 16 stitches to seal the wound, will be cutting it close for Opening Day. If the veteran infielder needs to miss time, he likely won't need to spend more than the minimum 10 days on the injured list at the start of the regular season.
Mar 6 2023Turner (face) has left the hospital and returned home to rest, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to an update from his wife Kourtney Turner, Turner had to undergo 16 stitches and is dealing with a lot of swelling, but the veteran suffered no fractures and cleared all of his scans. The injury occurred when he was struck in the face during Monday's Grapefruit League contest against the Tigers. It's very positive news, but the timetable as to when Turner will return to action this spring is not yet known.
Dec 18 2022Turner agreed to a two-year deal worth just under $22 million with the Red Sox on Sunday, and the deal includes an opt out after the first year, Jeff Passan and Joon Lee of ESPN.com report. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A staple in the Dodgers' lineup for nearly a decade, Turner will join the Red Sox ahead of his age-38 campaign. The veteran third baseman had a .788 OPS with 13 home runs and 36 doubles in 128 games last season, with his .438 SLG being the lowest since he was with the Mets in 2013. Rafael Devers is locked in at the hot corner for Boston, so Turner should see most of his plate appearances as a designated hitter.
Nov 10 2022The Dodgers declined Turner's $16 million club option for 2023 on Thursday, making him a free agent, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner finished up his ninth campaign with Los Angeles in 2022 and had a .278/.350/.438 slash line with 13 home runs, 81 RBI and 61 runs in 128 games. The veteran split time between third base and designated hitter last season and will now return to the open market, though the Dodgers are apparently interested in re-signing him at a lower price.
Oct 3 2022Turner isn't in the lineup Monday against Colorado, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner returned from a four-game absence Sunday and went 1-for-4 with a strikeout. Max Muncy is starting at third base while Trayce Thompson serves as the designated hitter Monday.
Oct 2 2022Turner (lower leg) is batting fifth as the designated hitter Sunday against the Rockies, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was held out the past four games with the lower-leg injury but will rejoin the starting nine Sunday. The 37-year-old is coming off a strong September, as he hit .342 with four home runs, eight doubles, 15 RBI and 14 runs in 21 contests.
Oct 1 2022Turner (lower leg) won't start Saturday against the Rockies, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was initially listed as the Dodgers' starting third baseman Saturday, but the team will ultimately hold him out for a fourth consecutive game as a precautionary measure. However, manager Dave Roberts hopes that the 37-year-old will be back in action for Sunday's matchup.
Sep 30 2022Turner (lower leg) isn't starting Friday against Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's leg troubles continue to bother him as Friday marks the third game he's missed in a row. Max Muncy will fill in at third base and Trayce Thompson will serve as the Dodgers' designated hitter, batting sixth.
Sep 29 2022Turner (lower leg) isn't in the lineup Thursday against the Padres, Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner continues to deal with swelling on his left shin after fouling a ball off his leg last week and making a rough slide Tuesday. He'll be sidelined for a second consecutive game while Max Muncy starts at the hot corner and bats fifth.
Sep 28 2022Manager Dave Roberts said Turner (leg) will probably be out for a few days, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After taking a foul ball off his leg last week and making a rough slide Tuesday, Turner experienced some swelling on his left shin. It's unclear how many games he will end up missing, but he should be considered day-to-day going forward.
Sep 24 2022Turner isn't starting Saturday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went 5-for-18 with a run, a walk and three strikeouts over the last five games and will get a day off Saturday. Max Muncy is starting at third base and batting fifth.
Sep 19 2022Turner isn't in the lineup Monday against Arizona, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman will get a breather after going 6-for-12 with three RBI over the Dodgers' last three games. Max Muncy will take over for Turner while he sits, moving Chris Taylor into the designated hitter role and Joey Gallo in to start in left field, batting sixth.
Sep 14 2022Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game at Arizona, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started the past seven games and slashed .259/.355/.630 with three home runs and eight RBI during that stretch. but he'll head to the bench after the Dodgers secured the NL West crown with a win Tuesday. Max Muncy will move to the hot corner Wednesday while Will Smith rests his legs as the designated hitter.
Sep 11 2022Turner went 2-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI in an 11-2 win against San Diego on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got Los Angeles on the board with a solo home run off San Diego starter Joe Musgrove in the fifth inning and added a grand slam to cap a six-run seventh. The multi-hit effort is the 37-year-old's fifth of September and he's slashing a robust .375/.447/.875 with four long balls in nine contests this month.
Sep 8 2022Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer in Wednesday's 7-3 victory over San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner put the Dodgers ahead with a fifth-inning home run off righty starter Alex Cobb. The third baseman increased his hit streak to 16 games, recording a .441 average over 59 at-bats during that span. Furthermore, the 37-year-old has a 1.429 OPS with nine extra-base hits in 40 plate appearances in his last 10 contests.
Sep 5 2022Turner is not in Monday's lineup against the Giants, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is in the midst of a 14-game hitting streak dating back to Aug. 19, hitting .442/.492/.712 with two home runs and two steals in 52 at-bats over that stretch. Miguel Vargas is in the lineup at designated hitter.
Sep 3 2022Turner went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in a 12-1 win against San Diego on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner launched one of four Dodgers homers in the contest, smashing a 407-foot, two-run shot in the fifth inning. The long ball was just his second over his past 30 games. Despite the dip in power, Turner has been swinging a hot bat for over two months, recording a .366 batting average over 134 at-bats since the start of July.
Sep 2 2022Turner went 2-for-2 with one double, one RBI and one run scored in Thursday's loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 37-year-old is enjoying an 11-game hit streak, recording a .429 batting average in 42 at-bats. In addition, Turner has recorded a double in five of his last seven games.
Aug 30 2022Turner is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets, according to Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner racked up 15 hits and hit .405 over his last nine games, but he will get a day off after starting the last five contests -- four of those at third base. Max Muncy will man the hot corner for the Dodgers on Monday night.
Aug 28 2022Turner went 3-for-5 with a double and two RBI in Sunday's 8-1 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner drove in his first run during the first inning and later added an RBI double in the ninth. It was his fifth multi-hit effort over his last seven appearances, raising his season slash line to .267/.338/.411 with 66 RBI and 36 extra-base hits through 102 games. Turner has gone 20-for-64 (.313) with 12 RBI in 16 games this month.
Aug 23 2022Turner is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game versus Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is 6-for-16 with a home run, four RBI, two runs and two stolen bases over the past four games and will receive Tuesday off. Trayce Thompson will bat ninth as the designated hitter against Brewers righty Corbin Burnes.
Aug 20 2022Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was one of three Dodgers with multiple hits in the contest, and his third-inning blast to left field accounted for the team's final three runs of the contest. The long ball was the first for the veteran since July 7, a span of 18 games. Turner has hit 20-plus homers in four of his past six campaigns, but he's at only nine this season and will need a big push down the stretch to reach that mark again.
Aug 19 2022Turner went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 2-1 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner singled and scored in the seventh inning to get the Dodgers on the board, and he added his steal after reaching on a fielder's choice in the eighth. The 37-year-old hasn't done much since he was activated from the injured list Aug. 9, as he's hitting .206 (7-for-34) with four RBI, two runs scored and a 2:7 BB:K in his last nine games. The veteran has a .252/.326/.391 slash line with eight home runs, two steals, 58 RBI and 44 runs scored through 393 plate appearances. Despite the slump at the plate, Turner regularly alternates between third base and designated hitter, sharing both spots primarily with Max Muncy.
Aug 14 2022Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started four straight games after being activated from the injured list, but he will get a breather Sunday. Chris Taylor and Joey Gallo will both start with Turner opening the game on the bench.
Aug 10 2022Turner went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Tuesday's 10-3 victory over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner returned from a stint on the 10-day injured list to record a pair of hits in the win. He wasted little time getting in on the action, swatting a run-scoring double in the second inning. Fantasy managers who roster Turner will hope that the time away doesn't cool off his bat -- over his past 18 contests, the veteran third baseman is slashing .435/.507/.677 with four home runs and 17 RBI.
Aug 9 2022Turner (abdomen) was activated from the injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was expected to return to action Tuesday, and he will do just that. It's not yet known if he will be in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins, but expect him to see regular action moving forward.
Aug 7 2022Turner (abdomen) is on track to return from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Twins, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been dealing with an abdominal strain for several weeks, but he'll take live BP on Sunday and is slated to rejoin the Dodgers following a minimal IL stint. He should reclaim regular playing time as the designated hitter and at third base upon his return.
Aug 2 2022Turner (abdomen) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to July 30, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 37-year-old hasn't seen the field in nearly a week due to the abdominal strain, and the Dodgers finally opted to put him on the IL The move is backdated by a few days, and manager Dave Roberts hopes Turner will be able to return for the two-game series against the Twins next week after missing the minimum amount of time. Joey Gallo was acquired from the Yankees on Tuesday and is a likely to fill Turner's spot in the lineup once he officially joins the active roster.
Jul 31 2022Manager Dave Roberts said Turner (abdomen), who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rockies, isn't expected to retake the field until at least Thursday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman underwent an MRI that revealed no structural damage in his abdomen, but he's still not expected to rejoin the lineup for at least a few more days. Roberts also said the Dodgers don't plan to place Turner on the injured list, assuming he's able to avoid any setbacks.
Jul 29 2022Turner (abdomen) probably won't play this weekend against Colorado, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said that Turner is "out of the woods" with regards to his recent abdominal injury but that the team didn't want to "push it". Max Muncy will start at third base and Jake Lamb will start at designated hitter in his stead Friday.
Jul 28 2022Turner isn't starting Thursday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner returned from a five-game absence Wednesday and went 1-for-3 with a run, an RBI and a walk. However, he'll retreat to the bench while Jake Lamb serves as the designated hitter and bats sixth Thursday.
Jul 27 2022Turner (abdomen) is starting Wednesday against the Nationals, Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner missed the last five games due to an abdominal issue, but he'll start at the hot corner and bat fifth during Wednesday's series finale against the Nationals. Over his last seven games, the 37-year-old has hit .375 with two doubles, eight RBI and four runs.
Jul 26 2022Turner (abdomen) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers were hoping Turner would be able to start Tuesday, but he is not ready to do so just yet. He was able to exercise and run pregame, according to David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports, so he may be available off the bench and could be ready to get back in the lineup Wednesday.
Jul 25 2022Turner (abdomen) felt better while taking part in pregame activities Monday and could return to the lineup either Tuesday or Wednesday against the Nationals, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts stated earlier in the day that it was possible Turner could end up on the injured list, but after doing some work in pregame Monday, he appears to have changed the skipper's mind. Turner will continue to be labeled day-to-day moving forward.
Jul 23 2022Turner (abdomen) could require a trip to the injured list, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has already been ruled out for the rest of the Dodgers' weekend series against the Giants, but he was initially expected to avoid an IL stint. However, manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that a trip to the IL is a possibility. If Turner ultimately lands on the IL, Jake Lamb will likely see an uptick in playing time over the next week and a half.
Jul 22 2022Turner (abdomen) is expected to avoid the injured list but will be out of the lineup for at least two or three days, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner exited Thursday's game with pain in his abdomen and is in line to miss the majority of the team's weekend series against the Giants. Jake Lamb is a likely playing time benificiary.
Jul 15 2022Turner went 3-for-5 with four RBI and a run scored in Friday's 9-1 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All three of Turner's hits were singles. His first RBI of the game came on a groundout in the first inning, and he added a two-run single in the sixth and a one-run single in the eighth. This was the third baseman's third three-hit since June 30, and he's gone 22-for-50 (.440) in that span. The 37-year-old is slashing .254/.326/.403 with eight home runs, 51 RBI, 39 runs scored, one stolen base and 21 doubles through 344 plate appearances.
Jul 9 2022Turner will sit Saturday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is riding a seven-game hit streak and is hitting .471/.500/.824 with four homers in his last 10 contests, but the veteran will get a day off here in order to stay fresh. Max Muncy slides to third base in his absence.
Jul 8 2022Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in a 5-3 victory versus the Cubs on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner knocked one of four Dodgers homers in the contest, going deep to center field in the fourth inning. The long ball was his fourth in his past eight games after he swatted only four through his first 69 contests of the season. Turner has reached base safely in nine straight contests and is slashing .500/.529/.900 with eight RBI in addition to the four home runs over that stretch.
Jul 4 2022Turner went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Monday's 5-3 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's three hits were all singles. The third baseman has six games with three or more hits this year, and three of them have come in his last 11 contests. In that span, he's batting .395 (15-for-38). His surge at the plate has lifted his season slash line to .238/.308/.390 with seven home runs, 43 RBI, 36 runs scored, 20 doubles and a stolen base through 305 plate appearances. His average hasn't been this high since April 18, but it looks like Turner may be working his way out of a prolonged run of mediocrity.
Jul 2 2022Turner went 2-for-3 with a home run, two RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner knocked a solo shot for the Dodgers' third homer in the first inning. He added a sacrifice fly in the seventh inning. The third baseman has five multi-hit efforts in his last 11 games, going 13-for-37 (.351) in that span. It's a not-too-unfamiliar hot stretch for Turner, but his season slash line is at .229/.300/.385 after a cold first half of the campaign. He's added seven homers, 43 RBI, 35 runs scored, a stolen base and 20 doubles through 72 contests, though he's certainly trending in the right direction.
Jul 1 2022Turner went 3-for-3 with a pair of home runs and three total RBI in Thursday's 3-1 victory against San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Padres starter Joe Musgrove mostly shut down Dodgers hitters in the contest, but he couldn't contain Turner, who notched his first multi-homer game of the season. All three of Los Angeles' runs came by way of Turner long balls, as the veteran went deep in the second inning and again in the seventh. He's still well below his career norms with a .227/.298/.375 slash line and just six homers through 70 contests on the campaign, but his power has come in spurts at times in the past, so he'll look to build on Thursday's performance.
Jun 29 2022Turner isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get a day off after he went 3-for-17 with three RBI, a run, a stolen base, two walks and four strikeouts over the last five games. Max Muncy is serving as the designated hitter while Eddy Alvarez starts at third base.
Jun 24 2022Turner went 3-for-5 with two doubles and a run in a 10-5 win against the Reds on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Los Angeles pummeled Cincinnati pitching for 16 hits in the contest, and Turner was one of four Dodgers to tally three base knocks. Two of his hits went for doubles, giving him four two-baggers over his past five games. Though he's hit only four homers this season, Turner is up to 20 doubles, putting him on pace to easily surpass his single-season career-high mark in the category.
Jun 5 2022Turner had his hamstring tighten up Saturday, which is why he is starting at designated hitter Sunday against the Mets, Sarah Wexler of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The issue is apparently very minor, and Turner is no stranger to getting starts at designated hitter anyway (21 appearances so far this season). Eddy Alvarez is starting at third base and hitting eighth.
May 29 2022Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will take a seat after he went 7-for-21 with four doubles, a walk and four runs while starting in each of the Dodgers' last five games. Edwin Rios spells Turner at third base in the series finale.
May 23 2022Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated recently that Turner will spend more time as designated hitter while Max Muncy sees more work at third base moving forward, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Turner has been playing better of late, he hasn't hit to his usual standards so far this season, slashing just .207/.265/.364 with four homers through 140 at-bats. Muncy has struggled even more, slashing just .157/.327/.276 with three homers in 154 plate appearances. Roberts suggested that the change is meant to help both veterans settle into a consistent role, likely in the hope that such a move will jumpstart their bats. "I think getting each of those guys more accustomed to a certain role, I think ultimately could be beneficial," Roberts stated.
May 17 2022Turner is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Diamondbacks, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and two strikeouts during Game 1 and will take a seat for Tuesday's nightcap. Max Muncy will man the hot corner while Edwin Rios bats cleanup as the designated hitter.
May 14 2022Turner went 2-for-5 with a home run, a double and four RBI in Friday's loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner contributed to a five-run third inning for the Dodgers by doubling in a pair of runs, then sent the game into extra innings with a two-run shot to left field in the bottom of the ninth. The veteran third baseman has gotten off to a slow start this season, slashing .211/.264/.349 with only two long balls through 121 plate appearances. However, he has picked things up of late, going 7-for-14 with five doubles and 10 RBI over his past four contests.
May 12 2022Turner isn't starting Thursday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been held hitless in four of the last five games, and he's gone 4-for-16 with three doubles, five RBI, four runs and four walks during that time. Max Muncy will start at third base while Edwin Rios serves as the designated hitter.
May 11 2022Turner went 4-for-5 with three doubles, two runs scored and four RBI in Tuesday's 11-1 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman hadn't had a multi-hit performance since April 24 and had managed only four hits in his prior 11 games combined; however, Turner led the charge on a night in which the Dodgers banged out eight doubles in total, tying the club record for the Los Angeles chapter of the franchise's history. Turner's .552 OPS is still well below expectations, but Tuesday's effort could be a sign he's ready to break out.
Apr 30 2022Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in a 5-1 victory over Detroit on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner opened the scoring with a two-run shot off Detroit starter Tyler Alexander, his first long ball of the season. He's been a notoriously slow starter throughout his career and has lived up to that reputation with a meager .209/.257/.299 line through 18 games this month. Turner should turn things around as he's done in seasons past, and he still has manager Dave Roberts' trust -- Turner batted fourth Friday.
Apr 13 2022Turner went 1-for-4 with a walk, a run and an RBI in Tuesday's 7-2 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The RBI was the first of the season for Turner, who has hit fourth or fifth in each of the Dodgers' four games to date. With two of the three stars ahead of him in the order -- Mookie Betts and Trea Turner -- all sitting on on-base averages under .250, Turner hasn't had many run-producing opportunities, but the Dodgers offense is too talented to stay down for long. The seven runs Tuesday were the team's most of the season, after Los Angeles produced a combined 11 runs over its three-game series in Colorado last weekend.
Mar 14 2022Turner (hamstring) was spotted taking live at-bats against teammate Clayton Kershaw on Monday during the Dodgers' team workout, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner and Mookie Betts were among the lineup regulars who took hacks against Kershaw in the ace's first live batting practice throwing session of 2022, indicating that all three players are healthy again after tending to injuries during last year's playoff run. Los Angeles could still look to add another major piece to an already prolific offense before Opening Day, but Turner's status as an everyday player won't be in question regardless of what moves the Dodgers might make. After inking a two-year, $34 million contract last February, he made good on the first season of the deal by hitting .278 with 27 home runs, 87 RBI and 87 runs over 151 games.
Nov 19 2021Turner (hamstring) has been rehabbing at Dodger Stadium three days a week, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He started his offseason program earlier than usual to rehab his left hamstring, which put an end to his playoffs midway through the NLCS. Turner shouldn't be at risk of missing spring training.
Oct 20 2021Manager Dave Roberts said Turner was diagnosed with a Grade 2 hamstring strain Wednesday and will miss the rest of the playoffs, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner pulled up while attempting to beat out a double play during Game 4 on Wednesday, and he was removed from the contest after limping off the field. The 36-year-old went 1-for-3 with a run before leaving the game and struggled overall in the postseason this year, going 4-for-34 with a solo homer and three runs. He'll have three-plus months to get healthy for the start of spring training in February, while Chris Taylor is likely to fill in at third base for Los Angeles for the rest of the playoffs.
Oct 19 2021Turner (neck) will bat fifth and play third base Tuesday in Game 3 of the NLCS against Atlanta, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was on the bench for Game 2 due to a neck stinger. He hasn't looked like himself throughout the postseason, hitting .107/.194/.214 in eight games, but the Dodgers seemingly believe he's healthy enough to be one of their best options Tuesday.
Oct 18 2021Turner (neck) is expected to return to the starting lineup for Tuesday's NLCS Game 3 matchup against Atlanta, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has struggled to a .107/.194/.214 line through eight games so far this postseason, a performance which could be related to the neck issue which forced him to the bench for Game 2 on Sunday. He was able to appear as a pinch hitter in that contest and should be involved from the start Tuesday.
Oct 17 2021Turner is out of the lineup for Game 2 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Sunday due to a stinger on the right side of his neck, Tyler Kepner of The New York Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has apparently been experiencing some difficulty turning his neck, so he'll be limited to pinch-hit duties off the bench for Game 2. Manager Dave Roberts said he expects the veteran third baseman to be back in the lineup for Game 3 on Tuesday, so it doesn't appear to be a serious concern. Chris Taylor will start at the hot corner in his absence Sunday.
Oct 7 2021Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Wednesday's wild-card win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers were down 1-0 before they even got their first chance to bat, but Turner pulled them level with a shot to left field to lead off the bottom of the fourth inning. Turner how has 13 career postseason homers in 73 games, a number he's paired with an excellent .294/.390/.515 slash line.
Oct 3 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional run in an 8-3 win over Milwaukee on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner took Milwaukee starter Corbin Burnes deep in the first inning to give Los Angeles an early 3-1 lead and later singled and scored in the fourth. The veteran third baseman is 6-for-12 over his last four games with a double and two home runs and is slashing .279/.363/.474 on the season.
Sep 30 2021Turner went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional run, a walk and a strikeout in Thursday's 8-3 win against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner began Los Angeles' second set of back-to-back homers with his third-inning solo shot off Vince Velasquez, singled and scored in the sixth and walked in the eighth. The long ball was the 36-year-old's fifth this month but first since Sep. 13 as he concluded a mediocre month on a strong note.
Sep 29 2021Turner is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Padres, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will head to the bench for the second time in the past three games after going 0-for-2 with two walks Tuesday. Chris Taylor will receive the start at the hot corner Wednesday for Los Angeles.
Sep 16 2021Turner went 3-for-4 and scored twice in Wednesday's 5-3 win over Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran knocked three singles in the contest and crossed the plate in each of the second and fourth innings. The three-hit performance was his first since July 10 and 10th overall this season. Turner has once again provided a steady bat in the Dodgers' lineup throughout the campaign, slashing .280/.366/.476 with 25 home runs and 81 RBI.
Sep 13 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double and three RBI in Monday's 5-1 win over Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner roped a two-run double in the first inning and added a solo shot in the seventh for some extra insurance. He's gone just 5-for-28 (.179) over his last eight games but all five hits have gone for extra bases and he's racked up nine RBI during that span. Turner is now slashing .275/.364/.475 with 80 RBI and 45 extra-base hits on the year.
Sep 12 2021Turner went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in an 8-0 triumph against the Padres on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner doubled Los Angeles' lead with his seventh-inning shot to left center off San Diego reliver Emilio Pagan to snap a 13 at-bat hitless stretch. The veteran third baseman's last three hits have all left the yard, though he's struggled in September with a .179/.273/.410 slash line in 12 games.
Sep 8 2021Turner isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Cardinals, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get a breather after he went 2-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI and two strikeouts Tuesday. Max Muncy will shift to the hot corner while Albert Pujols starts at first base.
Sep 7 2021Turner went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three total RBI in Tuesday's win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner turned a close game into a laugher with home runs in the fifth and ninth innings, Nos. 22 and 23 of the season. He is now batting .280 with an .842 OPS, and his games played total of 128 represents the fourth-highest mark of his career.
Sep 4 2021Turner went 1-for-3 with two runs, a stolen base, a walk and a strikeout in Saturday's 6-1 triumph over San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner contributed to a three-run first inning by walking, stealing second and scoring and later singled and scored in the sixth. The theft was only his second all season, though both have come since the beginning of August, and the veteran third baseman has compiled a solid 7-for-19 span at the dish over his past five games.
Aug 29 2021Turner is not in the lineup Sunday against the Rockies, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will head to the bench Sunday after starting the past six games and going 3-for-24 with an RBI and three runs during that stretch. Chris Taylor will work the hot corner in his absence.
Aug 26 2021Turner went 2-for-6 with a walk and a run scored in Wednesday's 5-3 extra-innings win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner notched a couple of base hits during Wednesday's wild game and ended up scoring on AJ Pollock's two-run blast in the 16th inning after starting out the frame as the designated runner on second. The 36-year-old has had a below-average month so far, hitting just .226/.333/.377 over 17 games but is still putting together a solid campaign this season, as he's slashing .286/.378/.483 with 21 homers, 70 RBI, 66 runs scored, a steal and 51:80 BB:K over 479 plate appearances.
Aug 21 2021Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went 0-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in Friday's contest, lowering his average to .231 in his last 10 games. Max Muncy will play third base Saturday, with Albert Pujols getting the start at first.
Aug 17 2021Turner is not in the starting lineup Tuesday against the Pirates, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner missed four games last week with a groin injury, so the Dodgers will look to get the veteran third baseman off his feet Tuesday. Gavin Lux (hamstring), who was activated from the injured list Tuesday, will start at the hot corner and bat eighth.
Aug 15 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and two walks in Sunday's 14-4 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner slammed a two-run homer in the first-inning off Carlos Carrasco. In addition he singled and walked twice to contribute to the Dodgers' 14 runs. He is batting .222 with a pair of long balls in the month of August. The 36-year-old is slashing .290/.379/.497 with 21 home runs, 68 RBI and 63 runs scored in 446 plate appearances.
Aug 14 2021Manager Dave Roberts said Turner (groin) will be available to pinch hit Saturday and should be in Sunday's lineup, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers' skipper added that they'll pinch run for Turner if he reaches base Saturday. This will be the third baseman's fifth consecutive game out of the lineup, but it certainly seems like he'll be starting the series finale Sunday.
Aug 13 2021Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Turner (groin) will likely be available off the bench for Saturday's game against the Mets, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Roberts sounded as though Turner would be held out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive game Saturday, his availability off the bench would still be an improvement on his status since he didn't appear in any of the last four contests. The 36-year-old has been dealing with groin discomfort since Sunday but would likely avoid a trip to the injured list if he's ultimately available Saturday.
Aug 12 2021Turner (groin) won't be available for Friday's game against the Mets, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was held out of the lineup for a third consecutive game Thursday as he continues to deal with left groin discomfort, and he hasn't appeared off the bench in any of those contests. While the 36-year-old is still considered day-to-day, he'll be evaluated again Saturday to determine whether he's ready to return after he sits out again Friday.
Aug 11 2021Turner (groin) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said a day earlier that Turner isn't likely to play until Friday's series opener in New York versus the Mets, so his absence from the starting nine for the second straight day comes as little surprise. Chris Taylor will once again fill in for Turner at third base while batting fifth for the Dodgers.
Aug 10 2021Manager Dave Roberts doesn't expect Turner (groin) to play before Friday's series opener in New York, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers' skipper did say Turner is feeling better than he has since leaving Sunday's game, though. More details about the third baseman's status and return to the lineup should become clear as the week progresses.
Aug 9 2021Manager Dave Roberts said Sunday after the Dodgers' 8-2 win over the Angels that Turner (groin) will be "down for a few days, and then we'll re-evaluate," Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Dodgers are off Monday, but Roberts' comments would seem to hint that he isn't banking on Turner returning to the lineup for Tuesday's series opener in Philadelphia, after the third baseman exited early Sunday with left groin discomfort. Turner is still being viewed as day-to-day, so for the time being, Los Angeles is optimistic that he'll avoid the injured list.
Aug 8 2021Turner exited Sunday's game against the Angels due to left groin discomfort, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner appeared to suffer his injury while making a diving play in the top of the second inning, and he was removed in the bottom half of the frame. The 36-year-old is considered day-to-day, and he'll have at least one day to recover since the Dodgers have a scheduled day off Monday.
Aug 1 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run, an additional run and RBI and a strikeout in a 13-0 triumph over the Diamondbacks on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner singled and scored in the second as part of a five-run inning and launched a home run off Arizona reliever Ryan Buchter in the seventh. The veteran third baseman started August with his second four-RBI game of the season - both against Arizona - after concluding July with a .326/.402/.584 slash line.
Jul 31 2021Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and a strikeout in an 8-3 victory over the Diamondbacks on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner singled in the first and launched a go-ahead two-run home run in seventh that gave Los Angeles the lead for good. The homer was the third baseman's 19th of the season and he's on track to at least approach his career high 27 along with an excellent .295/.385/.499 slash line.
Jul 24 2021Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, a walk and two RBI in Friday's 9-6 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got on the board in the third with a solo blast to left center to put the Dodgers up 4-1. He's been on an elite tear this month, slashing .387/.458/.710 with six homers, 18 RBI, 13 runs scored and a 4:8 BB:K over his last 18 games. He is one of the toughest outs at the plate and continues to be one of the best fantasy assets year in and year out.
Jul 22 2021Turner (knee) is starting at third base and batting third Thursday against the Giants, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman took the day off Wednesday after suffering a bruise on his left knee during Tuesday's contest, and he'll rejoin the lineup after missing only one game. Turner is 5-for-20 with two homers, two doubles, five RBI and five runs in six games since the All-Star break.
Jul 21 2021Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said after Tuesday's 8-6 win over the Giants that Turner (knee) won't start Wednesday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will get Wednesday off to heal up after he was forced out of Tuesday's game when he was struck in the left knee with a pitch. He was diagnosed with nothing more than a bruise after the game, leaving the Dodgers optimistic Turner will avoid a trip to the 10-day injured list. Turner could still be available off the bench Wednesday, but Roberts would presumably prefer to stay away from him, if possible.
Jul 20 2021Turner was removed from Tuesday's game against the Giants after being hit by a pitch on the left knee, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman was struck by a pitch during the third inning but remained in the game for a few frames before exiting the contest. According to Eric Stephen of SBNation.com, the initial diagnosis is a knee bruise, and Turner should be considered day-to-day as he continues to be evaluated.
Jul 18 2021Turner went 2-for-5 with a home run and a double in Sunday's loss to Colorado. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got the Dodgers on the board in the third inning when he took Colorado starter Jon Gray deep to right for a two-run blast. It was the 16th longball of the year for Turner, who also doubled. The 36-year-old is enjoying another prolific offensive season, slashing .304/.390/.505 with 54 runs driven in. He's hitting a team-leading .384 over the last 30 days.
Jul 10 2021Turner went 3-for-4 with a grand slam as the Dodgers defeated the Diamondbacks 22-1 on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner extended Los Angeles lead to 9-0 with his second inning big fly off Arizona starter Caleb Smith and went on to single in the fourth and sixth. The third baseman now has a five-game hitting streak and homers in two of his last three games.
Jul 8 2021Turner will sit Thursday against the Marlins, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran will rest during the early getaway day game. It's certainly not a performance-related day off, as he's hitting .500/.556/.750 thus far in the month of July. Zach McKinstry will take over at the hot corner in his absence.
Jul 4 2021Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a 1-for-4 performance Saturday, Turner has hit .396 with seven runs and seven RBI in his last 13 games. Zach McKinstry starts at third base while Turner sits out the morning contest.
Jul 3 2021Turner went 3-for-4 with a home run, an additional run scored and a walk in Friday's win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has recorded five multi-hit games over his last seven appearances, but it might be fair to say this was one of his strongest showings of the last few weeks. To note, Turner recorded three hits for the first time since June 9 and also snapped a 15-game homer drought. He's hitting .389 with a 1.004 OPS over his last 10 games (36 at-bats).
Jun 24 2021Turner isn't starting Thursday's game against the Cubs, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had recorded hits in each of his last five appearances, and he went 7-for-18 with a double, five RBI, two runs and three walks during that time. Chris Taylor will take over at third base and bat third.
Jun 16 2021Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He receives a day off following a 1-for-4 performance Tuesday. Turner's absence Wednesday is a bit odd, considering he has gone 4-for-8 with a homer in his career against Phillies' starter Zack Wheeler, but there's been no indication it's anything other than a normal day of rest for the 36-year-old. Zach McKinstry gets the start at third base Wednesday.
Jun 13 2021Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After batting .325 while starting in each of the past 11 games, Turner will sit out the series finale in a planned rest day. Zach McKinstry will fill in at third base for Turner, who should draw back into the lineup for Monday's game against the Phillies.
Jun 11 2021Turner went 1-for-5 with a solo home run as Los Angeles beat Texas 12-1 Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went back-to-back with Max Muncy in the first off starter Mike Foltynewicz but was otherwise quiet. The home run was Turner's 12th in 60 games after swatting only four in 42 games last season though hitting more home runs than doubles (currently 10) would be a first for the veteran third baseman.
Jun 9 2021Turner went 3-for-5 with two solo home runs in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman accounted for both of the Dodgers' runs, going yard off Pittsburgh starter Tyler Anderson in the first and third innings. Both homers came with two outs. Turner continues to be an effective hitter in the heart of the order with a .274/.366/.476 slash line, 11 homers, 32 RBI and 39 runs scored across 246 plate appearances this year.
May 30 2021Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Giants, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started the past 10 games and will receive a breather for Sunday's series finale. Zach McKinstry will start at the hot corner for the Dodgers.
May 29 2021Turner went 3-for-5 with a pair of runs in an extra-inning loss to the Giants on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman collected his fifth three-hit effort of the campaign, though it was his first since performing the feat in back-to-back contests April 15 and 16. Turner has fallen into a bit of a funk since those outings, batting only .211 over his subsequent 128 at-bats. He is still posting solid overall numbers on the season, including a .275/.364/.472 slash line, nine homers and 27 RBI.
May 27 2021Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a strikeout in a 4-3 victory over the Giants on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner homered off Alex Wood in the third inning to plate Mookie Betts and give the Dodgers an early 2-0 lead. It was only Turner's third home run of May as he's cooled considerably after a hot start but he remains a consistent option with a .266/.358/.468 slash line on the season.
May 26 2021Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and an additional run scored in a win over Houston on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman got the Dodgers on the board with a two-run shot to right field in the fourth inning. He also singled and scored in the sixth to register his first multi-hit game since May 14. Turner entered the contest having gone 1-for-26 over his previous seven games, so perhaps his performance Tuesday can bring his bat back to life.
May 18 2021Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Turner will receive the day off Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Chris Taylor is in the line to pick up the nod at third base while Turner heads to the bench following a string of 10 consecutive starts. Over that stretch, Turner went 7-for-37 (.189), but thanks to his strong play beforehand, his batting average is still only four points below .300 on the season. Expect Turner to rejoin the starting nine Wednesday following Tuesday's maintenance day.
May 5 2021Turner slugged a solo home run in his only at-bat in Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman went 0-for-3 with a walk in the matinee before starting the second game on the bench. He was called upon to pinch hit in the eighth inning with the Dodgers clinging to a one-run lead and slugged a solo shot to left field, though Los Angeles was unable to close out the win. Turner has been the team's most effective hitter early in the campaign, slashing .333/.415/.600 with seven home runs and 22 RBI.
May 4 2021Turner is not in the lineup for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went 0-for-3 with a walk in the afternoon contest. Edwin Rios will take over at the hot corner in his absence.
Apr 29 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with two singles in a 2-1 loss to Milwaukee on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Continuing his scorching April, Turner singled in the first and eighth innings but was left stranded on both occasions as the Dodgers struggled to string hits together. The third baseman is now slashing a robust .344/.425/1.047.
Apr 28 2021Turner went 1-for-4 with a home run, an additional run scored and a walk in Wednesday's win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner launched his sixth homer of the season in the third inning -- a solo shot off Sonny Gray. The veteran third baseman has hit safely in four of his last five games, though it's worth noting he hasn't recorded more than one knock since April 16 -- a span of 11 games where he's hit just .194.
Apr 26 2021Turner isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Reds, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is just 4-for-24 in his last seven contests, so he'll get a night off to hit the reset button. Edwin Rios is starting at third base and will bat eighth.
Apr 17 2021Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo shot in Saturday's win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-handed hitter provided the Dodgers with more of a cushion following his solo shot off Emilio Pagan in the ninth inning. The red-hot 36-year-old veteran now has five home runs on the year and is currently slashing an impressive .426/.467/.815 in 2021.
Apr 15 2021Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run and an additional RBI in a win over Colorado on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner put the Dodgers on the board in the first inning with a run-scoring single. He tacked on another run in the third with a solo shot to center field. The veteran third baseman has gotten off to a hot start to the campaign, slashing .390/.435/.732 across 46 plate appearances. Turner has also slammed three homers and driven in 10 runs.
Apr 13 2021Turner is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Rockies, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 36-year-old started the last seven games and will take a seat Tuesday after going 10-for-28 with two homers, four doubles and five RBI during that stretch. Edwin Rios will start at the hot corner in Turner's place versus Colorado.
Apr 9 2021Turner went 3-for-3 with a solo homer in Friday's 1-0 win over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner provided just about all the offense Friday, collecting three of the Dodgers' four hits and driving in the lone run of the contest. The 36-year-old is on fire to start the 2021 campaign with two long balls, eight RBI and a 1.179 OPS through 33 plate appearances.
Apr 5 2021Turner went 2-for-6 with a home run and an additional RBI in Monday's win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner reached base safely in three of his six plate appearances, and the veteran third baseman has reached base on multiple occasions in three of his first four games of the campaign. He also launched his first long ball of the season.
Apr 3 2021Turner will get the day off Saturday against the Rockies, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is expected to be managed fairly carefully this season, though he isn't the only Dodger regular to sit Saturday, as Mookie Betts will also get a rest. Edwin Rios gets the start at the hot corner.
Mar 24 2021Turner is noticeably slimmer this spring, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has typically clocked in over 200 pounds in recent seasons, but he reportedly got down to as low as 192 pounds as the result of a diet that the veteran hopes will help make him "lighter, more mobile and more durable." Manager Dave Roberts noted that Turner has improved his defensive range as a result of the weight loss, though it remains to be seen if it will have an effect on his offense. The third baseman is slugging .278/.395/.472 with one home run and six RBI in Cactus League play.
Feb 20 2021Turner may see more down time in 2021, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner turned 36 in November and has missed time with injuries in each of the last four seasons, so it makes sense for Los Angeles to allot him a considerable number of off days in order to ensure his health for the team's annual postseason run. Manager Dave Roberts mentioned the desire to get Edwin Rios more opportunities at third base, and the apparent lack of a DH in the NL in 2021 means Turner won't be in the lineup most days when Rios plays, especially since Roberts also ruled out the possibility of Turner seeing time at first base.
Feb 13 2021Turner announced via his personal Twitter account Saturday he is re-signing with the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 36-year-old has spent the past seven seasons in Los Angeles, and it's not a major surprise to see him returning to the team after winning the World Series in October. According to Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times, Turner will receive $34 million over two years, and the deal also includes a $14 million club option for a third year. He had a .307/.400/.460 slash line with four homers, nine doubles and 23 RBI in 42 games last season, and he should continue to operate as the Dodgers' starting third baseman in 2021.
Oct 27 2020Turner was removed from Game 6 of the World Series against the Rays on Tuesday due to a positive test for COVID-19, per the FOX telecast. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The news comes as the Dodgers celebrate their first World Series title since 1988, putting the finishing touches on a roller-coaster 2020 season. Turner started at third base and went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts before being replaced in the field for the start of the eighth inning for what was a previously-unknown reason. The win by Los Angeles helps MLB avoid some serious logistical problems regarding a potential Game 7.
Oct 24 2020Turner went 2-for-5 with one home run, one double, one RBI and two runs scored in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner provided the Dodgers with a lead they never relinquished, smacking a solo home run in the opening inning. He also played a key role in the team's rally in the third frame, doubling and also coming around to score. Turner hasn't hit particularly well throughout the playoffs, though he has an extra-base hit in each of the first three games in the World Series.
Sep 25 2020Turner went 2-for-3 with a pair of solo home runs during Friday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner launched a solo blast against Andrew Heaney in the third inning, bringing the Dodgers within one run. The 25-year-old third baseman then tacked on his second homer of the night against Heaney in the fifth inning. Turner now has four home runs on the season to go with a sturdy slash line of .310/.402/.469.
Sep 23 2020Turner (hamstring) is starting Wednesday's game against the Athletics, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been limited by a left hamstring injury recently, and he was scratched from Tuesday's lineup as a result. However, he'll return to the starting lineup Wednesday, batting third and playing third base.
Sep 22 2020Turner was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the A's with left hamstring discomfort, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner returned from the injured list last week from the left hamstring strain and appears to have aggravated the injury. The 35-year-old served as the designated hitter in all of his five starts since being activated and was scheduled to play third base Tuesday before the late scratch. The veteran infielder should be considered day-to-day until the team specifies the severity of the aggravation.
Sep 21 2020Turner will likely play third base Tuesday for the first time since returning from the injured list, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Turner will start at third base in Tuesday's game against Oakland. The veteran has served as the designated hitter during each of his five starts since returning from the injured list Sept. 15, hitting .389 (7-for-18) with three walks over that span.
Sep 18 2020Turner is not in the lineup Friday against the Rockies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner started three straight games as the designated hitter after returning from the injured list Tuesday. A.J. Pollock (hamstring) fills that role Friday, with Edwin Rios starting at third base.
Sep 15 2020Turner (hamstring) went 3-for-4 with an RBI single and a run scored in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's first game back from an injured-list stint was a big success. He plated Mookie Betts with an RBI single in the first inning. Turner got on base with another single in the third and came around to score on a Cody Bellinger single. The 35-year-old Turner served as the designated hitter Tuesday, but he should take some playing time from Edwin Rios at third base going forward. Turner has two homers, 21 RBI, 18 runs scored and a stolen base in 33 games this season.
Sep 14 2020Turner (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game in San Diego, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was reported earlier in the day that Turner may be ready for a Tuesday return, and manager Dave Roberts confirmed this report following Monday's contest. Turner has been dealing with a hamstring injury for the last two weeks.
Sep 11 2020Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated Thursday that the team is targeting early next week for Turner's (hamstring) activation from the injured list, Michael J. Duarte of NBC LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thanks to a healthy division lead and a firm grasp on a playoff spot, the Dodgers have had the luxury of allowing Turner to take his time healing a strained left hamstring. The third baseman has been on the injured list since Sept. 1, and though initial reports suggested he was slated for a minimum stay, he has only recently started running at about half effort. Turner could work his way back into form by serving as designated hitter with the expectation that he'll be back at the hot corner by the start of the postseason.
Sep 9 2020Turner (hamstring) has only tried running at 50-60 percent so far, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is eligible to return from the injured list, but he requires more time as he continues to work his way back from a left hamstring strain. Manager Dave Roberts was optimistic that he could return within a week, although it's likely that he'll be limited to serving as the designated hitter to begin his time back on the active roster.
Sep 7 2020Turner (hamstring) took swings during a simulated game Sunday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner stood in against reliever Pedro Baez during the latter's sim game as both players progress toward a return to the active roster. Though facing live pitching is a tangible step in a positive direction for Turner, he has yet to clear his biggest hurdle -- running -- in his recovery from a left hamstring strain. The timeline for his return remains uncertain.
Sep 6 2020Turner has been taking part in baseball activities but has yet to begin running, casting uncertainty on when he will be activated, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Recent reports had Turner on track for a minimum IL stay and Tuesday return, but that scenario now appears unlikely given the fact that the veteran has yet to test his strained left hamstring in running drills. Manager Dave Roberts echoed that sentiment Saturday, stating that he doesn't know when Turner will be activated despite the third baseman's steady progress. "Yesterday was a pretty good day," said Roberts. "He took grounders on his knees, he threw to about 120 feet, took swings in the cage, did a little bit of moving around as far as running with the strength guys. When he's ready, it's a day-to-day thing. When we feel that Justin's ready to be activated, he'll be activated. I just don't know when that's going to be." There is little reason for the Dodgers to rush one of their core players back since they sit comfortably in playoff position with MLB's best record (30-11).
Sep 4 2020Turner (hamstring) is expected to come off the injured list before Tuesday's game against Arizona, Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was placed on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 29) on Sept. 1. The Dodgers have an off day Monday, so a Tuesday return would mark a minimum IL stay for the third baseman. While Turner's return is imminent, the team is likely to take a cautious approach to his playing time down the stretch given his recent history of hamstring injuries. "We certainly have some off-days looking out later to September, so there's the balance of not red-lighting him, but also you got to ramp him up to get ready for the postseason so he's sharp," manager Dave Roberts said. "We'll thread the needle with that."
Sep 1 2020Turner was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left hamstring strain, retroactive to Aug. 29. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner underwent a pre-game workout Tuesday to determine whether a trip to the injured list would be necessary, and he apparently needs more than a couple days before returning to full health. The 35-year-old doesn't have an official timeline for his return, but he'll be eligible to be activated Sept. 8. Edwin Rios (hamstring) was activated off the injured list in a corresponding move and will start at third base, though Enrique Hernandez, Chris Taylor and Max Muncy could all see time there during Turner's absence.
Aug 30 2020Manager Dave Roberts said the "best-case scenario" is to have Turner (hamstring) serve as the designated hitter Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman hasn't seen game action since exiting Friday's game against the Rangers with a hamstring injury. Given Roberts' description, it wouldn't be surprising to see the team play it safe and hold Turner out of the lineup again Tuesday if he isn't 100 percent.
Aug 29 2020Turner (hamstring) won't start Sunday's game against the Rangers, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's injury was initially described as a cramp, but manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that he's dealing with a low-grade strain. He'll sit for a second straight game Sunday and be evaluated for Tuesday's contest. Chris Taylor or Max Muncy could fill in at third base.
Aug 28 2020Turner left Friday's game against the Rangers with a hamstring injury, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts said after the game that Turner was dealing with a hamstring issue, but he said that the issue was likely a cramp rather than a strain. Turner won't play Saturday, but the team will reassess his status afterward.
Aug 26 2020Turner went 4-for-6 with a double, an RBI and three runs scored in Tuesday's loss against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner took advantage of Monday's day off to rest his sore hamstring, and he made quite an impact on offense with his first four-hit performance of the season. The slugging third baseman has hit safely in 15 of the Dodgers' last 17 games and his consistency at the plate has been nothing short of spectacular, as he's slashing .339/.431/.484 in that 17-game stretch.
Aug 25 2020Turner (hamstring) is starting at third base and batting third Tuesday at San Francisco, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old sat out Sunday's contest with a sore hamstring after being hit by a pitch a day prior, but he's good to go coming out of Monday's scheduled off day. Turner has a .272/.372/.408 slash line with two homers through 28 games this season.
Aug 23 2020Manager Dave Roberts said he expects Turner (hamstring) to return to the lineup Tuesday against the Giants, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is sitting out Sunday's series finale in Colorado after he was hit in the hamstring by a pitch a day earlier, but his absence looks to be mostly precautionary, based on Roberts' comments. Even if the hamstring issue prevents Turner from starting at third base Tuesday, he could still be eased back into action as the Dodgers' designated hitter.
Aug 22 2020Turner was hit by a pitch on the hamstring during Saturday's win over the Rockies and could receive the day off Sunday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman never exited the contest and finished 0-for-1 with a run scored and two walks, so even if he does sit Sunday it appears to be a minor issue. Turner could also serve as the designated hitter, but a day off would also make sense given he's started the past five games.
Aug 16 2020Turner is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Edwin Rios will get a turn at third base in place of Turner, who is likely just receiving a routine off day. Turner is hitting .280 with two home runs, 16 RBI and 12 runs through the Dodgers' first 22 games.
Aug 15 2020Turner went 2-for-3 with an RBI, a run scored and a walk in Friday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been one of the Dodgers' hottest and most consistent bats this season, and this 2-for-3 performance allowed him to push his hitting streak to nine games. The slugging third baseman is hitting .355 with a 1.041 OPS, two homers and eight RBI during that stretch.
Aug 13 2020Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner pulled the Dodgers away for good with a three-run shot off reliever Craig Stammen in the bottom of the eighth inning. It was Turner's second three-run shot in his last five days, and those have been the only two times the slugging third baseman has gone yard this season. Turner is beginning to see the ball better of late and is currently riding a seven-game hitting streak while slashing .320/.393/.640 in that span.
Aug 8 2020Turner went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk in Saturday's loss against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner went yard for the first time this season and is now riding a three-game hitting streak. The slugging third baseman is hitting .333 with two extra-base hits and four RBI during that stretch.
Jul 25 2020Turner went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk and two RBI in Friday's win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner drove in the Dodgers' second run of the game with a single to left field in the second inning. He added another RBI in the fourth frame with a double to deep left field to bring home Max Muncy. The 35-year-old is 3-for-8 with a pair of doubles over his first two games this season.
Jul 14 2020Turner is starting at third base and batting third during Tuesday's intrasquad game, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old hit out of the three spot in 87 of his 122 starts last season, and he appears set to work there again in 2020. Turner remains the clear starter at third base for the Dodgers, but the implementation of the universal DH for the shortened season could also help him remain in the lineup for situations he may have otherwise received an off day.
May 8 2020Turner has been hitting off a tee in his backyard and playing catch at a local park, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With MLB stadiums and facilities mostly shut down, Turner -- like most other players -- has had to rely on home equipment and local spaces to stay in shape. If the 2020 season takes place, the veteran will once again fill an everyday role as the Dodgers' starting third baseman.
Mar 11 2020Turner (personal) will bat third and play third base Wednesday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had been away from the team for a few days to watch his wife run in the Los Angeles Marathon. WIth over two weeks left until Opening Day, his preparation for the upcoming season shouldn't be significantly impacted.
Mar 7 2020Turner will be away from camp until Monday to watch his wife run in the Los Angeles Marathon, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is expected to be back with the team by Monday's game against the Padres, though whether or not he winds up playing remains to be seen. The loss of a few days of at-bats shouldn't have a meaningful impact on the veteran's readiness for the upcoming season.
Mar 6 2020Turner (hand) is in the lineup as expected Friday against Seattle, batting third and playing third base, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was hit on the hand by a pitch Wednesday against the Giants, but X-rays came back negative and he wasn't expected to miss much time. His preparation for the upcoming season shouldn't be impacted by the minor delay.
Mar 5 2020Manager Dave Roberts said Turner's hand is OK and he's expected to play Friday against Seattle, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was hit by a pitch on his left hand during Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Giants, though he remained in the game -- and homered in his next at-bat -- before undergoing precautionary X-rays afterwards, which came back negative. He's on track to return to the lineup for Friday's spring game against the Mariners after taking Thursday off to rest and recover.
Mar 4 2020Turner had X-rays come back negative after being hit by a pitch on his left hand during Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Giants, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The news is reassuring but not overly surprising, as the veteran third baseman remained in the game for a few innings after taking the hit and clubbed a homer in his subsequent at-bat. Turner may still end up taking things easy for a few days, just to be safe.
Mar 1 2020Turner wasn't supposed to be included in Sunday's lineup and will start Monday's Cactus League game against the Reds, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was slated to start at third base and bat second Sunday before the team released an updated lineup, but manager Dave Roberts said his initial inclusion was a mistake and that it's just a scheduled off day. The 35-year-old will continue his regular preparations for Opening Day after posting a .290/.372/.509 slash line with 27 home runs in 135 games last season.
Sep 30 2019Turner (back) indicated that he will be in the lineup for Game 1 of the NLDS on Thursday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner missed the final five games of the regular season while nursing a tight back but the injury is unlikely to cost him any time in the playoffs. The 34-year-old tied his career high with 27 homers this season while knocking in 67 runs and slashing .290/.372/.509 in 135 games.
Sep 30 2019Turner (back) indicated that he will be in the lineup for Game 1 of the NLDS on Thursday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.
Sep 28 2019Turner (back) will not return Sunday against the Giants, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A minor back issue will cut Turner's season a few games short, though he's expected to take part in a simulated game Tuesday in hopes of not missing any time in the playoffs. He'll wrap up the season with 27 homers and a .290/.372/.509 slash line in 135 games.
Sep 27 2019Turner (back) could return to the starting lineup Saturday against San Francisco, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to skipper Dave Roberts, Turner's back is improving, and the team is hopeful to get him some at-bats before the regular season comes to a close. His availability for the rest of the weekend should become more clear closer to first pitch.
Sep 26 2019Turner is not in Thursday's lineup due to back tightness, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's back apparently tightened up during batting practice Wednesday, which helps explain his absence from the lineup over the past two games. According to Gurnick, manager Dave Roberts said Turner likely would have played if it were the playoffs, so it sounds like the Dodgers are playing it safe with four games left in the season. Jedd Gyorko is starting at third base in Thursday's series finale in place of Turner, who should be considered day-to-day.
Sep 25 2019Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will head to the bench Wednesday as the Dodgers look to rest the veteran third baseman ahead of the playoffs. In his place, Matt Beaty is starting at third base and hitting third.
Sep 21 2019Turner (ankle) went 0-for-2 in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was initially expected to get three at-bats Saturday, but the Dodgers shuffled their personnel to start the fourth inning and Turner's night was done. Manager Dave Roberts will likely take things carefully with the 34-year-old third baseman to avoid aggravating the injury. Turner is slashing .290/.370/.512 over 541 plate appearances this year.
Sep 20 2019Turner (ankle) will be available to pinch hit Friday night against the Rockies and is expected to start Saturday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Dave Roberts stated that Turner "could have started" Friday if necessary, but the team will hold him out for one more contest as a precaution. Max Muncy figures to head back to first base Saturday, assuming Turner is cleared to return.
Sep 18 2019Turner (ankle) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was able to go through stretching exercises Wednesday, according to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, but he is not ready to return to action just yet. The Dodgers will have a team off day Thursday, and there's a chance Turner could be back in the lineup when the club returns to action Friday night.
Sep 17 2019Turner (ankle) is unlikely to start against the Rays on Wednesday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has now missed eight straight games with a sore ankle, though he did indicate Tuesday that he is "getting better every day," per Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times. The decision to sit him out again Wednesday makes perfect sense for a team that has already wrapped up the National League West and has an off-day Thursday. Chances are good that Turner will be back in the lineup Friday, though Los Angeles won't push the issue as they have plenty of time to get the 34-year-old back into the fold by the start of the postseason.
Sep 15 2019Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts reported after their win Sunday that Turner (ankle) may actually not end up starting Tuesday because his left ankle is still sore, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Earlier in the day Sunday, it sounded as though Turner was all set to return to the Dodgers' starting lineup Tuesday but he's still having some trouble with his sprained left ankle. He's expected to be evaluated Monday during the Dodgers' off-day and manager Dave Roberts will make a corresponding decision on his status for Tuesday's game. With the Dodgers already having clinched a division title and on their way to clinching the best record in the National League, there is no rush to bring Turner back and risk further injury.
Sep 13 2019Turner (ankle) has been ruled out for the Dodgers' weekend series against the Mets, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been day-to-day with a mild left ankle sprain, and after being held out of Friday's lineup, the Dodgers announced that the All-Star third baseman won't take the field at all over the weekend. He could have a chance to return beginning Tuesday at home against Tampa Bay.
Sep 12 2019An MRI revealed Turner is dealing with a mild left ankle sprain, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is encouraging news for Turner, who has been sidelined since Saturday due to the issue. While the veteran third baseman is being considered day-to-day, the Dodgers can afford to be patient with him seeing as the team has already locked up the NL West. Matt Beaty is covering the hot corner in his stead Thursday. According to David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports, manager Dave Roberts said he isn't ruling Turner out for the team's upcoming series against the Mets, though the skipper doesn't believe he'll play in Friday's series opener.
Sep 11 2019Turner will have an MRI on his sore left ankle, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: X-rays were inconclusive, but the ankle is still causing Turner discomfort so the Dodgers want to get to the bottom of the issue. Given that he needs an MRI Wednesday or Thursday, it seems unlikely that he would be able to return prior to this weekend's series against the Mets, at the earliest. The Dodgers have already won the NL West, so they can afford to be patient with Turner. Jedd Gyorko is starting at third base and hitting eighth Wednesday.
Sep 10 2019Turner (ankle) underwent X-rays on Tuesday which came back negative, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was set to rejoin Tuesday's lineup from the sore ankle but later scratched and underwent the X-rays. The 34-year-old won't immediately undergo an MRI, but he could receive one if there's no noticeable improvement. The team didn't make any declarations, but Turner seems like a good bet to be held out again Wednesday.
Sep 8 2019Turner (ankle), who is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants, had his one-game suspension withdrawn following a successful appeal, Pedro Moura of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The suspension stemmed from Turner making contact with an umpire back in a Aug. 27 game against the Rockies, but Major League Baseball apparently ruled that his actions didn't warrant any further punishment beyond an undisclosed fine. While the Dodgers revealed Sunday that Turner was tending to a sore ankle, the veteran at least received some good news heading into the upcoming week. Following an off day Monday, Los Angeles expects to have Turner back in the lineup Tuesday, when the team begins a two-game set in Baltimore.
Sep 4 2019Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a win over Colorado on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner plated an insurance run with a 409-foot blast to left field in the eighth inning. The long ball was his 27th of the season to tie his career high. The 34-year-old has racked up five homers in his last nine games and is tied for third in the majors with 17 home runs since the All-Star break.
Sep 2 2019Turner is not starting Monday against the Rockies, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Sep 1 2019Turner went 3-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to Arizona on Saturday.
Aug 30 2019Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double and three RBI in Thursday's loss to Arizona.
Aug 27 2019Turner isn't in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA reports.
Aug 26 2019Turner went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two RBI in the Dodgers' 4-3 loss to the Padres on Monday.
Aug 24 2019Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in a 2-1 win over the Yankees on Saturday.
Aug 20 2019Turner is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Blue Jays.
Aug 17 2019Turner went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Friday's victory over Atlanta.
Aug 15 2019Turner went 3-for-5 with a solo home run in Wednesday's win over Miami.
Aug 14 2019Turner went 1-for-2 with a two-run homer and a pair of walks in a win over the Marlins on Tuesday.
Aug 12 2019Turner went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in a 9-3 victory against the Diamondbacks on Sunday.
Aug 5 2019Turner went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI, two runs scored and a stolen base in Monday's 8-0 win over the Cardinals.
Aug 4 2019Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
Aug 3 2019Turner went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an RBI single in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Padres.
Jul 31 2019Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.
Jul 30 2019Turner went 1-for-3 two-run home run, two runs and a pair of walks in the Dodgers' 9-4 win over the Rockies on Tuesday.
Jul 26 2019Turner went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer Friday night against Washington.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 24 2019Turner went 3-for-4 with a home run in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Angels.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 24 2019Turner went 0-for-2 with three walks and a run scored Tuesday in the Dodgers' 5-4 loss to the Angels.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 20 2019Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two walks in Saturday's 10-6 win over the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Correcting a previous update, Turner is starting at third base and batting third<\/a> Friday against the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Turner isn't in the starting lineup<\/a> for Friday's game against the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 17 2019Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Phillies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Turner went 3-for-5 with a home run, two doubles, three runs scored and two RBI in Saturday's 11-2 win over the Red Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 4 2019Turner (elbow) is starting at third base<\/a> and batting third Thursday against the Padres.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Turner (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Manager Dave Roberts said Turner (elbow) is available to pinch hit Wednesday versus the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday after the Dodgers' 5-4 victory over the Diamondbacks that Turner (elbow) wasn't available off the bench, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2019Turner had X-rays on his elbow and wrist come back negative after being hit by a pitch Sunday, Alanna Rizzo of Spectrum SportsNet LA<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2019Turner isn't in the starting lineup<\/a> for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Turner is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Turner went 3-for-3 with three runs scored and two walks in Friday's 13-9 loss to the Rockies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 25 2019Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in a 3-2 victory against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Turner will sit for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Turner was ejected from Friday's game against the Rockies, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Turner is not in the lineup<\/a> for Monday's game against the Giants.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Turner went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Friday's 5-3 win over the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Turner went 3-for-3 with a walk, two doubles, two runs scored and two RBI in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Giants.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Turner will bat third and play third base Wednesday against Arizona, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Turner (hamstring) went 2-for-4 and scored a run Monday in the Dodgers' 3-1 win over the Diamondbacks.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Turner is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 3 2019Turner (hamstring) is starting at third base and hitting third Monday against the Diamondbacks, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 3 2019Turner will receive a day off either Tuesday or Wednesday this week, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register <\/a>reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Turner (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Phillies, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Turner (hamstring) will sit for the third straight game Saturday against the Phillies, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Turner (hamstring) is expected to return to the lineup Sunday or Monday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Turner (hamstring) will sit for the second straight game Friday against the Phillies, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Turner is not in the lineup<\/a> Thursday against the Mets.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Turner is out of Thursday's lineup against the Mets due to right hamstring tightness, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Turner was seen grabbing the back of his knee after scoring the tying run during Wednesday's win over the Mets, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Turner went 5-for-5 with a walk and three runs scored Sunday against Pittsburgh.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 25 2019Turner will sit as expected<\/a> Saturday against the Pirates.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 24 2019Turner was pulled early from Friday night's game against the Pirates for rest purposes, and he's not expected to play Saturday, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Turner went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in the Dodgers' 7-3 win over the Rays on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 19 2019Turner (lower leg) is starting at third base and batting third Sunday at Cincinnati, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 18 2019Turner (shin) is out of the lineup<\/a> as expected Saturday against the Reds.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 18 2019Turner (shin) is not expected to require a trip to the injured list, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019X-rays on Turner's left shin returned negative, but he'll be held out of the starting lineup Saturday against Cincinnati, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019Turner left Friday night's game against the Reds after fouling a ball off his left leg, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019Turner left Friday's game against Cincinnati with a left shin contusion, Jorge Castillo of the Los Angeles Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 10 2019Turner isn't starting<\/a> Friday's game against Washington.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 9 2019Turner went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 9-4 win over Atlanta.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Turner went 4-for-5 with three home runs and six RBI in Tuesday's 9-0 win over Atlanta.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2018Turner was placed on the disabled list with a right groin strain Monday.Turner will be eligible to return Aug. 2. The newly-acquired Manny Machado will slide over to third base to cover for him until then. Alex Verdugo was called up from Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move.
Jul 22 2018Turner (groin) will likely need a trip to the disabled list after re-injuring his groin Sunday against the Brewers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner missed Saturday's game with the same issue, so it appears he still isn't quite over the right groin injury. Manager Dave Roberts stated there's a growing possibility he'll be moved to the disabled list, per Vassegh. Turner will likely be reevaluated prior to Monday's series opener against Philadelphia.
Jul 22 2018Turner exited Sunday's game in the third inning due to an adductor muscle issue, Pedro Moura of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.Turner had been making his return from a six-game absence Sunday but only lasted two at-bats before he was pulled from the contest. The team hasn't disclosed the exact issue, but it's in the same region as the groin injury that kept him on the shelf. Consider Turner day-to-day as the Dodgers continue their road trip in Philadelphia on Monday. He was 1-for-2 with a RBI double before exiting and was replaced by Max Muncy at third base.
Jul 22 2018Turner (groin) will start at third base and bat third Sunday against the Brewers, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.After making an appearance as a pinch hitter in Saturday's 4-2 loss, Turner indicated he would rejoin the lineup for the series finale. True to his word, he'll be back at the hot corner and join Manny Machado on the left side of the infield for the first time since the latter's acquisition. Turner could be rested once or twice a week with Machado capable of moving over to the hot corner as needed, but the 33-year-old should otherwise settle back into an everyday role if he comes out of Sunday's start without issue.
Jul 22 2018Turner (groin) remained out of the starting lineup Saturday, but he went 0-for-1 as a pinch-hitter in a loss to Milwaukee.While Turner was unable to suit up Saturday, his pinch-hit appearance bodes well for his prospects to return to the starting nine in Sunday's series-finale against the Brewers. The 33-year-old will likely cede a handful of starts to the newly-acquired Manny Machado, but he should still see the bulk of starts at the hot corner once he fully heals from a minor groin injury.
Jul 21 2018Turner (groin) is not starting Saturday against the Brewers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner hasn't played since July 12 after suffering a groin strain. He was thought to have a good chance to return Saturday but evidently wasn't cleared after a workout. Max Muncy will start at third base in his place.
Jul 20 2018Turner (groin) will complete a workout before determining his status for Saturday's matchup against the Brewers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner will be held out of Friday's series opener, although manager Dave Roberts is optimistic that Turner will find a way to play Saturday. More updates on his status should emerge following his workout.
Jul 20 2018Turner (groin) is not in the lineup against Milwaukee on Friday.Turner suffered a groin injury during last Thursday's game against the Padres and subsequently sat out the final three contests before the All-Star break. He will remain on the bench for the time being while Max Muncy gets a start at third base in his absence. Consider him day-to-day ahead of Saturday's affair.
Jul 15 2018Turner (groin) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Angels, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.As expected, the Dodgers will give Turner his third off day in a row while he tends to the left groin strain. The impending All-Star break will provide some extra time for Turner to heal up and stave off a trip to the disabled list, but the third baseman will have to prove he can run without any complications before the Dodgers clear him to return to the lineup. Per David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports, manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Turner is running at about 70 percent speed and may only be available in a pinch-hitting role for the series finale.
Jul 14 2018Turner (groin) is unlikely to play Saturday or Sunday but is not expected to need a trip to the disabled list, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner tweaked his adductor Wednesday and hasn't started since, but the Dodgers don't believe the injury to be a serious one. They'll want to give him as much rest as possible but expect him to be ready to go right after the break.
Jul 14 2018Turner (groin/hamstring) remains out of the lineup Saturday against the Angels.Turner tweaked his adductor Wednesday and has been out of the lineup for the next three games (though he did appear off the bench Thursday). He's considered day-to-day, but with just one day remaining before the All-Star break it wouldn't be surprising to see him held out again Sunday in order to get a full eight days' worth of rest. Max Muncy will be the Dodgers' third baseman in his absence.
Jul 13 2018Turner (groin/hamstring) will be considered day-to-day moving forward, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner was held out of Friday's starting lineup against the Angels after tweaking a muscle Wednesday, although he'll be able to hit off the bench if needed. The Dodgers are likely being cautious with their star third baseman, especially since the All-Star break is right around the corner. Turner is set to receive medical treatment for the issue, and he'll likely be reevaluated prior to Saturday's tilt.
Jul 13 2018Turner (groin/hamstring) felt his left adductor tighten up in his lone plate appearance Thursday, and he will be forced to miss Friday's contest against the Angels, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Manager Dave Roberts said that Turner tweaked the muscle Wednesday -- which could explain his absence from the starting lineup Thursday -- and the injury flared up again while running out a groundout in a pinch-hit appearance against the Padres. The severity of the injury is unclear at the moment, but it will cost the 33-year-old at least one more game. The Dodgers may play it safe with Turner and hold him out for the remaining three games leading up to the All-Star break.
Jul 8 2018Turner went 1-for-4 with a pair of RBI in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Angels.Turner served as the Dodgers' designated hitter, and his two-run single in the fifth inning proved to be crucial in a tight victory. It has been a grueling recovery process from a wrist injury for the 33-year-old, but he appears to be rounding into form with a .276/.389/.474 slash line, four homers and 11 RBI over his last 23 games.
Jun 30 2018Turner went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in a 3-1 loss to the Rockies on Friday.Turner homered for the second consecutive game, and for the third time over his last six contests. The third baseman's power was understandably sapped following his initial return from a wrist injury, but the recent uptick in long balls is a great sign that Turner can begin performing like his former All-Star self.
Jun 30 2018Turner will get the day off Saturday against the Rockies.Turner has eight hits and three homers in his last last 19 at-bats, but will nonetheless take a seat. Max Muncy will slide over to third base.
Jun 29 2018Turner went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Thursday's 11-5 loss to the Cubs.Turner's fourth homer of the season came in the bottom of the ninth inning of a blowout loss. While the long ball didn't change the Dodgers' fortune, it certainly helped the 33-year-old's fantasy owners. Turner has looked like his pre-injury self over the last five games, going 6-for-15 with three walks and two homers over that span.
Jun 25 2018Turner came off the bench to go 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Sunday's 8-7 extra-innings win over the Mets.Turner was slated to get the day off Sunday, but he entered a tightly-contested contest in the eighth inning. The substitution paid off big time, as the 33-year-old's 11th-inning homer proved to be the deciding run. Turner is slashing .241/.325/.380 over 31 games since returning from a broken wrist sustained in the preseason, but he has delivered four extra-base hits (two homers) in 11 games since receiving extra rest earlier this month, which is an improvement over the five extra-base hits (one homer) in the previous 20 contests.
Jun 24 2018Turner is not starting Sunday against the Mets, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner has struggled since returning from from a fractured wrist in mid-May, hitting .236/.322/.349 on the season, with just two home runs in 30 games. He certainly wouldn't be the first player to feel the lingering effects of a wrist injury even after returning to the field. Max Muncy will start at third base Sunday.
Jun 19 2018Turner is not in the lineup for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs.The veteran won't be asked to play two games in one day. Max Muncy will get the start at third base.
Jun 14 2018Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Rangers.Turner has looked strong in his first two games back from his brief layoff, adding a home run to the single and double he produced in Tuesday's contest. The extra-base hits are a great sign for his fantasy owners, as power is usually the last thing to return for a batter following a serious wrist injury.
Jun 13 2018Turner (wrist) went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's blowout win over the Rangers.Turner made his second return from a wrist injury he sustained in spring training after feeling discomfort following his first comeback attempt in May. The slugging third baseman has some work to do after slashing a meager .243/.325/.343 in 19 games prior to his brief layoff, but the fact that he roped an extra-base hit is a promising sign that his wrist may finally be back at full strength.
Jun 12 2018Turner (wrist) is starting at third base and hitting third Tuesday against the Rangers, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.As expected, Turner has been cleared to rejoin the starting lineup after missing the past four games with lingering wrist soreness. The veteran, who is hitting .243/.325/.342 through 20 games this season, will look to get things going at the plate now that he's healthy. He'll face veteran Bartolo Colon in his first game back.
Jun 10 2018Turner (wrist) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.After missing the past three games with a wrist injury, Dave Roberts stated Saturday that the third baseman would be back in the starting lineup Sunday. The skipper has apparently changed his mind and decided to withhold Turner from the lineup in the series finale. Turner will, however, be available to pinch hit and is expected to start Tuesday against the Rangers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.
Jun 9 2018Turner (wrist) will return to the Dodgers' lineup for Sunday's game against the Braves, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner is out of the lineup Saturday for the third straight game, but will apparently be good to go for Sunday's contest. It remains unclear if the 33-year-old is available off the bench Saturday, but the lingering wrist issue won't require a trip to the disabled list at this point.
Jun 9 2018Turner (wrist) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Braves, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Turner will sit out of the starting lineup for the third consecutive game, although he did enter Thursday's contest defensively and did not have a plate appearance. The 33-year-old slashed .243/.325/.343 since his return from the disabled list in mid-May before the wrist soreness cropped up early this week. A trip to the disabled list is not out of the question, but Turner likely remains day-to-day at this point.
Jun 8 2018Turner (wrist) is out of Friday's lineup against the Braves.While Turner was able to enter Thursday's contest as a defensive substitute, it sounds like the team is not confident with the types of swings he is taking since returning from his wrist injury. He is hitting an uncharacteristically mediocre .243/.325/.343 since returning, and a disabled list stint has not been ruled out. Max Muncy will start at third base while Cody Bellinger gets the nod at first base.
Jun 8 2018Turner (wrist) was brought in as part of a double-switch Thursday, but he did not record a plate appearance in an 8-7 win over the Pirates.Turner was held out of the starting lineup after manager Dave Roberts noticed his slugging third baseman was still struggling with the wrist injury that cost him the first month and a half of the season. Wrist injuries -- along with hamate bone injuries -- take the longest for hitters to fully recover their power from, and the 33-year-old's .243/.325/.343 slash line in 20 games since his return from the DL is another example of that. Turner's spot in the order never came around after he entered Thursday's contest as a defensive replacement, but the fact that Roberts felt comfortable inserting him into the game bodes well for his prospects of returning to the startling lineup Friday against the Braves.
Jun 7 2018Manager Dave Roberts said that he held Turner out of Thursday's lineup after noticing a lack of power in his swing during Wednesday's game due to his left wrist injury, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Roberts added that it's a "day-to-day thing" with Turner and that he could be back in the starting nine for Friday's series opener against the Braves. But at the moment, Turner's left wrist continues to be an issue and Roberts didn't want to put more pressure on him with a quick night-to-day game turnaround heading into Thursday's tilt. Look for Turner to try and play Friday, but another stint on the disabled list could be looming if it's clear that his swing is still compromised.
Jun 7 2018Turner is out of the lineup for Thursday's matinee against the Pirates, Andy McCullough of The Los Angeles Times reports.Turner will hit the bench for the Dodgers' getaway tilt in Pittsburgh after going 0-for-2 with three walks and two runs during Wednesday's affair. In his place, Max Muncy will man third base.
Jun 6 2018Turner (wrist) will bat third and man third base for Wednesday's game against Pittsburgh, Andy McCullough of The Los Angeles Times reports.Turner will return to the starting lineup after sitting out Tuesday's contest due to left wrist soreness. Over 18 games this season, Turner is hitting .250 with a .660 OPS.
Jun 5 2018Turner is dealing with left wrist soreness, which explains his absence from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Pirates, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.The issue cropped up over the weekend, but Turner is receiving treatment and expects to be back in the starting lineup Wednesday, according to Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register. That said, the Dodgers will obviously proceed cautiously with the stud third baseman, especially considering the soreness is in the same wrist that he fractured in spring training. He should be considered day-to-day for now. Max Muncy is starting at third base and hitting second in his stead Tuesday.
Jun 5 2018Turner is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Pirates, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Even after a scheduled off day Monday, Turner, who is hitting .250/.307/.353 across 75 plate appearances this season, finds himself on the bench for Tuesday's series opener. Max Muncy is starting at third base and hitting second in his stead.
May 30 2018Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies.Turner will head to the bench for what appears to be a maintenance day after starting eight straight games. Breyvic Valera is starting at third base and hitting seventh in his stead. Turner is hitting just .255/.327/.383 through 13 games this season.
May 27 2018Turner went 1-for-3 with two walks and a solo home run in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Padres.It took him 11 games, but Turner finally launched his first homer after missing the first seven weeks of the season with a broken wrist. While his power stroke has been lacking, the 33-year-old still sports a solid .282/.364/.436 slash line, and he should continue to produce strong fantasy value hitting in the middle of the Dodgers' lineup.
May 19 2018Turner is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader in Washington, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner had started four straight games since coming off the disabled list earlier this week, but the Dodgers will play it safe and not give him the start in the nightcap. Max Muncy is starting at third base and batting second in his stead.
May 17 2018Turner went 3-for-4 with two doubles, five RBI and one run scored in Thursday's win over the Marlins.It didn't take long for Turner to get things going at the plate, as the third baseman is now 6-for-13 (.462) with just one strikeout in three games since returning from the disabled list. Thursday's five-RBI effort was the first multi-RBI performance from a Dodger this month and is a solid reminder of what Turner is capable of doing when healthy. He'll look to stay hot at the plate as the Dodgers head to face the Nationals over the weekend.
May 15 2018Turner (wrist) was activated from the disabled list Tuesday and is in the lineup for the Dodgers' game in Miami, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner has yet to play so far this season after breaking his wrist in a spring training game. He'll head immediately to the third spot in the order for a Dodgers team that could certainly use a boost, as their record currently sits at 16-24. Turner hit a very impressive .322/.415/.530 last season, though whether or not the wrist injury will have any lingering effects on his ability to drive the ball remains to be seen.
May 13 2018Turner (wrist) is expected to be activated from the disabled list Tuesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.According to manager Dave Roberts, the plan is for Turner to make his long anticipated season debut Tuesday against the Marlins. The third baseman slashed .322/.415/.530 with 21 home runs and 90 RBI last season, so his insertion back into the Dodgers' middling lineup will certainly be a welcome addition.
May 11 2018Turner (wrist) will begin a rehab assignment at High-A Rancho Cucamonga Saturday and could return to the Dodgers early next week, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner will play third base for Rancho Cucamonga on Saturday and Sunday and could rejoin the Dodgers for the upcoming series in Miami, which starts Tuesday. The 33-year-old could require a couple extra rehab appearances given his significant layoff to start the season, but the Dodgers are hoping two games will be enough for the veteran third baseman to get re-acclimated.
May 10 2018Turner (wrist) is expected to be sent on a rehab assignment over the weekend, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The Dodgers are getting close to having two established veterans back with the club as Turner and Logan Forsythe (shoulder) are ready for rehab assignments. Turner has been sidelined since spring training due to a broken wrist, so his return should bring a spark to the Dodgers' lineup. Given the length of his absence, Turner will likely need multiple rehab games before being activated. Max Muncy and Kyle Farmer will continue to split time at third base in the meantime.
May 9 2018Turner (wrist) is hoping to return from the disabled list during next week's series against the Nationals, which begins Friday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner was originally hoping to return during next week's series against the Marlins, which begins Tuesday, but he told David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports that he still needs to check off a couple of boxes before being activated, so the following series against the Nationals now seems to be a more likely return date. He took swings during a simulated game Wednesday and plans to do the same Thursday. In the meantime, Max Muncy and Kyle Farmer will continue to platoon at third base.
May 8 2018Turner (wrist) is targeting a return during next week's series against the Marlins, which begins Tuesday, Pedro Moura of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.Per Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, Turner will take reps at the dish in a simulated game Wednesday. While it's likely that he'll head on a rehab assignment before coming off the disabled list, it appears likely that Turner will be ready to return by mid-May. Until he's in full health, look for Max Muncy and Kyle Farmer to share time at third base.
May 6 2018Turner (wrist) will take on-field batting practice for the first time since suffering the injury, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner hit in the batting cages without issue Saturday, so this was the logical next step. Should everything go on as planned, Turner would presumably begin a rehab assignment either this week or next, while still aiming for a mid-May activation.
May 4 2018Manager Dave Roberts still thinks that Turner (wrist) will return from the disabled list in the next couple weeks, Pedro Moura of The Athletic Los Angeles reports.This is an optimistic timeline, as Turner has yet to embark on a rehab assignment and he's missed nearly a month and a half to this point. Regardless, this likely means that the third baseman hasn't encountered any setbacks, though a firmer timetable should emerge once he actually gets back into game action.
May 1 2018Turner (wrist) won't begin a rehab assignment over the coming weekend, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner's condition has steadily improved, as he recently reached the point that he was hitting off a tee. The Dodgers will be cautious with Turner and hold off on sending him on a rehab assignment until they're certain that he's ready. While it's not out of the question for Turner to return around the middle of May, he'll need to play in a few minor-league games before joining the big club.
Apr 30 2018Turner (wrist) hit off a tee Monday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner has continued making progress recovering from the broken wrist that he suffered during spring training. The team indicated that if he continues improving as he has been, it's not out of question for him to return by mid-May, although a more definitive timeframe should come into focus when Turner begins a rehab assignment.
Apr 27 2018Manager Dave Robers said the Dodgers' current goal for Turner (wrist) is to begin a rehab assignment late next week, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.If Turner is able to take batting practice on the field by early next week, the rehab assignment seems likely to follow. The 33-year-old has been progressing slowly but surely in his recovery from the fractured left wrist, and a return in mid-May still appears on the table.
Apr 20 2018Turner (wrist) progressed to hitting off a tee and played light catch Friday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner started taking dry swings earlier this week and the progression to the tee indicates he has avoided a setback thus far. The 33-year-old has no official timetable for his return, but a return sometime in mid-May still seems possible given his current progression.
Apr 18 2018Turner (wrist) has advanced to dry swinging, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Turner continues to progress slowly but surely in his rehab program. He still hasn't hit actual pitches, but it seems like his wrist is reacting fine to the increased activity. The third baseman still seems to be a few weeks away from returning.
Apr 14 2018Turner (wrist) is able to catch soft tosses, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.It's a small sign of progress for Turner, who has been out since mid-March with a broken left wrist. He's able to catch light throws with his left hand, but he's yet to resume swinging, so his return date is likely still several weeks away.
Apr 10 2018Turner (wrist) said Tuesday that he still hasn't swung a bat, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner is apparently still feeling some "tenderness" in his broken left wrist, so the Dodgers are playing it safe and keeping him from swinging a bat until he's pain-free. The 33-year-old is still unsure when he'll be ready to swing, leaving his return timetable muddled. For now, he remains hopeful to return sometime in May.
Apr 2 2018Turner (wrist) will resume swinging a bat next week, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner's rehab is going as planned, as it was expected that he'd be able to resume swinging three weeks after breaking his left wrist. Barring any setbacks, Turner should be in line to join the Dodgers around the middle of May.
Mar 31 2018Turner is heading to extended spring training to continue rehabbing his broken wrist and resume baseball activities, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Several important tests will follow, but this report seems to indicate Turner is on schedule. The important run producer is expected to resurface with the major-league club sometime in May.
Mar 29 2018Turner (wrist) was placed on the 10-day disabled list Thursday, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.Turner is expected to miss the first 5-to-8 weeks of the season after suffering a broken wrist in a Cactus League contest earlier in March. A more concrete timetable should emerge once he resumes baseball activities. Meanwhile, Logan Forsythe is expected to hold down the hot corner until Turner is healthy, leaving Chase Utley, Enrique Hernandez and Austin Barnes to cover second base.
Mar 20 2018Turner said Tuesday that he will not need surgery on his broken left wrist, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.This is probably the best-case scenario for Turner, who was diagnosed with a broken wrist after being hit by a pitch in Monday's Cactus League contest. The third baseman is now expected to wear a brace on his wrist for the next couple of days before beginning a range of motion exercises. He's still expected to open the season on the disabled list, but his absence may be on the shorter side of his roughly estimated 6-to-9 week timetable. In the meantime, Logan Forsythe is expected to shift over to third base with Turner sidelined, leaving Chase Utley, Enrique Hernandez, Austin Barnes and Chris Taylor to cover second base.
Mar 19 2018X-rays confirmed that Turner suffered a broken left wrist after being hit by a pitch Monday against Oakland, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner exited Monday's game after being hit by a pitch, and after being taken for x-rays, it was confirmed that he broke his wrist. This is not what the Dodgers were hoping for with Opening Day approaching, as their star third baseman will likely begin the season on the disabled list. The timetable for his return is about six-to-nine weeks, meaning he would be eligible to return sometime in May.
Mar 19 2018Turner left Monday's contest against Oakland after being hit by a pitch on the left hand, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner went down in pain after getting drilled on the hand and promptly left the game. The extent of his injury is unclear at this time, but more news should be released after further examination by the training staff.
Mar 3 2018Turner went 2-for-3 with his second home run of spring training in Saturday's victory over the Diamondbacks.The slugging third baseman has picked up where he left off after what was seemingly a never-ending hot streak during the 2017 campaign. Despite being 33 years old, Turner is showing no signs of slowing down and appears to still be in his prime as a hitter. He will spend the majority of the season in the heart of a young and potent Dodgers lineup, giving him one of the higher floors amongst the top-tier third basemen in fantasy.
Oct 24 2017Turner (undisclosed) is starting at third base and batting second for Game 1 of the World Series against the Astros on Tuesday.As expected, Turner is in the lineup for Game 1 despite being held out of team workouts over the past two days. He'll look to continue his remarkable postseason, as he's hitting an impressive .387/.500/.677 with three homers, 12 RBI and a 5:6 K:BB in 31 at-bats so far.
Oct 23 2017General manager Farhan Zaidi said Turner -- who was held out of Sunday's practice -- is a little "banged up" after the NLCS but expects to be ready for Game 1 of the World Series on Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Zaidi downplayed Turner's absence from Sunday's workout, equating it to a maintenance game the third baseman would take during the regular season to rest his chronically inflamed knees. He was seen doing agility drills in the outfield Monday, and assuming everything checks out fine, he should be good to go for Game 1. Turner has started all eight of the Dodgers' playoff games so far, hitting a ridiculous .387/.500/.677 with three homers, 12 RBI, one stolen base and a 5:6 K:BB in 31 at-bats.
Sep 26 2017Turner (finger) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Padres.Turner sat out the last four games after taking a pitch to the thumb last Thursday, but he is ready to get back on the field Tuesday night. He will man third and hit third against Padres starter Dinelson Lamet.
Sep 25 2017Turner (finger) is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Padres, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Turner was expected to rejoin the Dodgers' lineup for Monday's series opener, but it appears his injured thumb is still bothering him enough to keep him sidelined for a fourth game. He's scheduled to take batting practice Monday to test his thumb, so he'll hopefully have a clearer return date afterwards. While Turner would like to get some games in before the regular season ends, he said he doesn't want to rush back before the NLDS. Logan Forsythe will continue to man third base in his absence.
Sep 24 2017Turner (thumb) took swings in the batting cage Sunday and will rejoin the starting lineup Monday against the Padres, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.Turner was held out of the lineup Sunday with his right thumb contusion, but manager Dave Roberts confirmed that the third baseman would be ready to suit back up Tuesday. He should be deployed in fantasy lineups with confidence upon his return.
Sep 24 2017Turner (thumb) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants.Turner suffered a right thumb contusion during Thursday's game against the Phillies. The Dodgers will continue to be cautious with their third baseman and will withhold him from the lineup for the third consecutive day. He'll remain a day-to-day case, with Logan Forsythe drawing the start at third base Sunday.
Sep 23 2017Turner (thumb) is not in the lineup Saturday for the second straight day, according to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com.Turner was held out Friday after suffering a bruised thumb the day before, and with the Dodgers needing only a couple wins to lock up home-field advantage in the postseason, it's likely he will not play Saturday either. Logan Forsythe will make another start at third base in Turner's place.
Sep 22 2017Turner (thumb) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Giants, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.A Mark Leiter pitch hit Turner on the thumb during his first at-bat Thursday, and Turner was eventually forced to leave the game. Fortunately, X-rays were negative, so it seems Turner should be able to return relatively quickly, although his status for the rest of the weekend is up in the air. Logan Forsythe will take over at third base in the meantime.
Sep 21 2017X-rays on Turner's right thumb came back negative, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.This is a big sigh of relief for Turner and the Dodgers, as the third baseman seems to have avoided a potentially more serious injury after getting hit by a pitch on his right thumb in the first inning Thursday. While he was initially able to stay in the game after being checked on by trainers, the Dodgers removed him in the following inning and sent him for tests to make sure he wasn't dealing with anything more than a bruise. Everything checked out, which is good news, but his status for the Dodgers' weekend series against the Giants remains up in the air. With the Dodgers close to clinching home-field advantage in the playoffs -- despite their recent struggles and the Nationals' surge -- they may not be in a rush if Turner isn't 100 percent. Logan Forsythe would likely see some starts at third base if Turner is forced to miss any time.
Sep 21 2017Turner was removed from Thursday's game against the Phillies after getting hit by a pitch on his right thumb, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner was plunked in the top of the first inning Thursday, and while he was initially able to stay in the contest after getting checked out by trainers, he was ultimately replaced by Austin Barnes prior to the second inning. The severity of the injury is still unclear, but more should be known once he is reevaluated following the conclusion of Thursday's game.
Sep 21 2017Turner was hit by a pitch in the chest and right hand Thursday in the first inning against the Phillies, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports. However, he's staying in the game after being checked on by trainers, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.It appears Turner has dodged an immediate catastrophe but will be monitored as the game goes along. Stay tuned for updates later today.
Sep 19 2017Turner went 1-for-4 with his 21st home run of the season in Monday's 4-3 loss to the Phillies.Turner followed up Chris Taylor's inside-the-park homer with a more-traditional variation of the long ball in the first inning. The veteran third baseman is unlikely to match last year's high water mark of 27 homers, but his .539 slugging percentage is actually 46 points higher than his previous career best.
Sep 15 2017Turner went 1-for-5 with a solo homer Friday against the Nationals.Turner blasted his 20th homer of the season to give the Dodgers a first-inning lead they'd never relinquish. He's hit safely in all but two games this month, and he's been an elite fantasy option over the course of the season, as evidenced by his .325/.416/.539 slash line.
Sep 9 2017Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Rockies.The Dodgers have fallen into a late-season skid, but no one is pointing fingers at Turner and his .324/.390/.622 slash line over his last 10 contests. The 32-year-old has been one of the most-consistent third base options this season with a .328 batting average, 19 homers, 64 RBI and 65 runs in 113 games.
Sep 7 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rockies, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Turner will get the day off after appearing in 14 straight games, going 12-for-46 (.261) with a homer and five RBI over that span. Logan Forsythe will slide over to third base in his stead, opening up a spot for Chase Utley to start at the keystone.
Sep 3 2017Turner came off the bench in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Padres, delivering a two-run home run in an eventual 6-5 loss.Turner was able to make a fantasy impact despite not being in the starting lineup, taking San Diego's closer Brad Hand deep in the top of the ninth to tie the game at five apiece. It was all for not, as the Friars would come back to walk it off in the bottom of the inning. Turner started the night cap, going 1-for-3 with an RBI double. The 32-year-old has hit safely in seven consecutive contests and appears to be breaking out of his brief late-August slump.
Sep 2 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against San Diego, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner retreats to the bench following eight straight starts, including a 3-for-4 day at the plate during Friday's victory. In his place, Rob Segedin gets the nod at the hot corner.
Sep 2 2017Turner went 3-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Friday's victory over the Padres.The Dodgers' third baseman had gone through a bit of a hitting slump -- by his standards -- in August (.245 in 26 games), bringing his batting average "down" to .332 on the year. Friday's three-hit performance extended a modest five-game hitting streak, giving Turner a shot to make a late push for the National League batting title. He currently trails Charlie Blackmon by eight points with 29 games remaining in the regular season.
Aug 23 2017Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Pirates, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner's performance Tuesday was out of character, as he went 0-for-5 at the plate. He'll be withheld from the lineup Wednesday for the first time since Aug. 2 while Logan Forsythe fills in at the hot corner and Chase Utley heads to second base.
Aug 13 2017Turner led the charge for the Dodgers' offense on Sunday, going 2-for-4 with a pair of home runs and four RBI in a 6-4 win over San Diego.The 32-year-old went deep twice in the same game for the second time this week, bringing his season total up to 17. After a slow start to the season in terms of power, it appeared that Turner wouldn't be able to match the career-high of 27 homers he set last year, but a strong second half has resurrected fantasy owners' hopes of a repeat in that department. His impressive .346/.436/.573 triple slash is proving that 2016's breakout was no fluke.
Aug 9 2017Turner launched a pair of solo homers in four at-bats Tuesday against the Diamondbacks.He's now left the yard in three straight games, a span in which Turner has gone 6-for-13 with four long balls, a double, five RBI and seven runs -- and a couple steals, too. That's a heck of an impressive run from a guy who was already easily pacing the National League in batting average. Turner's now pushed his OPS up to a sizzling 1.009, too -- only Bryce Harper, Paul Goldschmidt and Joey Votto are ahead of him in that category, and not by all that much.
Aug 6 2017Turner hit his 13th home run of the season in Sunday's 8-0 road win over the Mets. It was his second homer in as many games.The third baseman had a great night in Queens, going 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI, two stolen bases -- which doubled his season total -- and three runs scored. Turner is now hitting an unbelievable .349 through 298 at-bats this year as he continues his push for the National League batting title. He currently holds a 14-point lead over the Nationals' Daniel Murphy (.335) for the NL lead, and is second in baseball behind Jose Altuve of the Astros (.364).
Aug 2 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Braves, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Turner's batting average has dropped 12 points since his last off day on July 22, so he'll get another night off Wednesday. Logan Forsythe will slide over to cover the hot corner in his stead, allowing Chase Utley to pick up a start at the keystone to round out the lineup.
Jul 23 2017Turner (illness) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner is dealing with a bout of bronchitis, but declared himself ready to play prior to Sunday's contest. He's apparently one of several Dodgers that is a bit under the weather at the moment, but will return to the lineup nonetheless to snap a one-game absence.
Jul 22 2017Turner is under the weather but will be available off the bench Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Logan Forsythe is penciled in at third base with Turner feeling less than 100 percent, but Turner's availability off the bench offers hope that he could return for Sunday's matchup against lefty Sean Newcomb. Turner is batting a ridiculous .443/.523/.841 against left-handed pitching this season.
Jul 22 2017Manager Dave Roberts said he expects Turner (illness) to play Sunday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner is dealing with an upper respiratory issue, but he will be available off the bench Saturday and it sounds like he should be fine for the series finale. Confirmation as to Turner's status against lefty Sean Newcomb should come no later than the early afternoon with the game set for a 4:10 ET start.
Jul 22 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Braves.Saturday's absence marks Turner's first since the All-Star break. He has managed 10 homers since his return from the DL on June 9 and continues to hit and get on base at an excellent clip, but the first-place Dodgers can afford to rest Turner here and there as they look to ensure his availability for the postseason.
Jul 16 2017Turner went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and two RBI during Sunday's win over Miami.Turner has an impressive 10 homers, 22 RBI and 24 runs through 29 games since returning from the disabled list June 9. He's sporting an elite .374/.469/.584 slash line for the season, and Turner projects to remain a high-end fantasy asset hitting in the heart of the dominant Los Angeles lineup.
Jul 9 2017Turner hit two home runs Sunday, powering his team to a 5-2 win over Kansas City.Turner played co-hero with Clayton Kershaw in this one, as Kershaw backed up Turner's pair of bombs with a 13-strikeout, complete-game victory. The third baseman had a whale of a first half, finishing with a ridiculous .377 average and 1.056 OPS over 228 at-bats. That said, despite Turner's amazing contact numbers, he's provided just 37 RBI and 10 homers, which has prevented him from joining the truly elite fantasy producers.
Jul 7 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Royals, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Logan Forsythe will shift over to third base, opening the door for Chase Utley at the keystone. Turner, a first-time All-Star this year, has been red hot since his return from the DL in early June, collecting 31 hits and seven homers in his last 81 at-bats. However, the Dodgers have been sitting him once a week or so, and that figures to continue as they look to preserve his health for the stretch run.
Jul 5 2017Turner went 2-for-4 with his eighth home run and a pair of RBI in Tuesday's win over the Diamondbacks.Turner has now homered seven times in 21 games since returning from the disabled list June 9 after recording just one through his first 39 contests. Even with this recent power binge, the career-high mark of 27 round-trippers he set last season seems out of reach, but he is no longer just an empty batting average.
Jul 1 2017Turner went 3-for-3 with a home run, two RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 10-4 win over San Diego.A trip to the disabled list couldn't even cool off Turner's bat, as he is batting .415 (27-for-65) since returning June 9, maintaining his NL-best .390 batting average on the season. The veteran third baseman has contributed five homers over that span, supplying the power that was missing prior to his layoff.
Jun 27 2017Turner is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Angels, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.It appears to be a routine day off for Turner, who has started five straight games for the Dodgers. Logan Forysthe will slide over to the hot corner in his absence, while Chase Utley draws the start at second base.
Jun 22 2017Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Thursday's win over the Mets.The homer, a third-inning shot off Steven Matz, was Turner's third off a southpaw this season. He has been punishing left-handed pitching this season after struggling against lefties to the tune of a .209/.303/.337 line last year. Turner was said to be dealing with "heavy legs" Wednesday, but it's not an issue which is expected to require significant maintenance.
Jun 22 2017Turner (legs) is batting third and starting at third base Thursday against the Mets, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.After getting Wednesday off to rest his legs, Turner is good to go for Thursday's series finale. He'll look to keep up his stellar year at the dish when he returns to the lineup to face Steven Matz.
Jun 21 2017Manager Dave Roberts said Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday because his legs felt a little heavy, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner has appeared in 10-of-11 games since returning from a three-week stint on the DL with a hamstring injury, so the Dodgers are likely playing it safe with the hot-hitting third baseman. Consider him day-to-day for now; his status for Thursday's series finale will likely be determined closer to game time.
Jun 21 2017Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Mets, J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.Turner will retreat to the bench after ending his hitting 14-game hitting streak with an 0-for-4 performance Tuesday. Logan Forsythe will slide over to third base in his place, opening up a spot for Chase Utley to start at the keystone. Turner has been on a tear in 10 games since coming of the disabled list, slashing .432/.523/.703 with three homers and nine RBI over that span.
Jun 19 2017Turner was a perfect 4-for-4 with a home run, four runs and two runs scored Monday night against the Mets.Much of his damage was done on a two-run homer off Mets' starter Zack Wheeler in the second inning of the contest, but Turner continues to be one of the top third basemen in all of baseball. This marks the second game in a row in which he's homered, and his batting average and OPS are now up to .399 and 1.027, respectively. His .434 BABIP is highly unsustainable, but Turner's spot in the heart of the Dodgers' batting order will keep him relevant in all formats even when he comes back to earth a bit.
Jun 18 2017Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run, a base hit and a walk in Sunday's 8-7 win over the Reds.Turner's homers have been scarcer than most expected, but when health has prevailed, he's offset the power outage by hitting .385 on the season, which will put him in the mix for his first career batting title once he picks up enough at-bats to qualify. The third baseman's hit streak now sits at 13 games, three shy of the career-best mark he established in April.
Jun 17 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's contest against the Reds, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner has started six of the seven games since returning from a hamstring injury, so Saturday will likely serve as just a routine day off for him. Since his return, the 32-year-old third baseman has slashed .400/.500/.560 and has collected hits in all seven of the team's contests over that span. He should rejoin the lineup Sunday, while Logan Forsyth will man the hot corner in his place Saturday.
Jun 10 2017Turned returned from the disabled list with a bang, going 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Friday's win over the Reds.The home run was just Turner's second of the season, well off of last year's 27-homer pace. Despite the lack of power this season, the third baseman was carrying an impressive .379/.453/.493 slash line prior to hitting the disabled list with a bum hamstring May 18. Now that he is healthy, he should resume his role as the Dodgers' three-hole hitter going forward.
Jun 10 2017Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Reds, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.There were no reported issues with the hamstring in Turner's return to the lineup Friday, but it seems the Dodgers don't want to push their luck. Logan Forsythe will man the hot corner in his absence, but look for Turner to be available off the bench and back in the lineup Sunday. He homered Friday -- just his second home run of the season -- and is now batting .378/.455/.510 on the year.
Jun 9 2017Turner (hamstring) was activated from the disabled list Friday, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.As anticipated, Turner will return from the hamstring injury that sidelined him since mid-May. He'll likely resume his normal spot in the heart of the Dodgers' order as he looks to build off his outstanding .379 batting average. Brett Eibner was sent to the minors to make room on the roster for him.
Jun 7 2017Turner (hamstring) completed a simulated game without any cause for concern, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.Following the simulated game, Turner believes that he will not need another one or a rehab contest if he feel fine Thursday. The third baseman is targeting a weekend return and will be eligible to come off the 10-day disabled list on Friday for the beginning of the series with Cincinnati. Turner has not played since May 18, but he had been off to a blistering pace this season, batting .379/.453/.493.
Jun 6 2017Turner (hamstring) expects to rejoin the club sometime this weekend, J.P. Hoornstra of The Orange County Register reports.The third baseman went 1-for-3 with an RBI single in his first rehab game with Single-A Rancho Cucamonga. Manager Dave Roberts said that Turner will get a scheduled day off Tuesday before continuing his rehab Wednesday with hopes of an activation this weekend. The 32-year-old was batting third while carrying a .379 batting average prior to suffering a hamstring injury May 18.
Jun 5 2017Turner (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment Monday with High-A Rancho Cucamonga.Reports had surfaced stating that Turner could start an assignment later in the week, but it seems that he's feeling better than initially expected. No word has come forth as to how long he'll remain with the Quakes, but if all goes well, he could be back with the Dodgers later in the week.
Jun 4 2017Turner (hamstring) will likely begin a rehab assignment later this week with the possibility of being activated from the 10-day disabled list prior to the Dodgers' upcoming road trip beginning June 13, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.Turner has been sidelined with a hamstring strain since May 19 but has progressed enough in his rehab to soon begin a minor-league rehab assignment. If all goes well during his rehab games, it's possible that the 32-year-old will be ready to rejoin the Dodgers on their six-game road trip beginning on June 13 in Cleveland. Additional updates on his condition should become available over the coming days. Logan Forsythe will continue to hold down the third base position in his absence.
Jun 2 2017Turner (hamstring) ran the bases at Miller Park on Friday, which was the last hurdle for him before heading out on a rehab assignment, gurnick reports.He is unlikely to return to the big-league lineup until sometime next week, but he could begin a rehab assignment as early as Saturday. Turner was hitting .379/.453/.493 with one home run and two steals in 162 plate appearances prior to suffering the injury.
May 31 2017Turner (hamstring) is not expected to return during the Dodgers' current road trip, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.The team was hoping Turner would be ready to re-enter the lineup after a brief rehab assignment, but considering he has yet to embark on said assignment, it's unlikely that he'll be ready to go until Monday at the earliest. He was seen taking batting practice on Wednesday, however, so it doesn't seem like he's encountered any setbacks in his recovery at this point.
May 27 2017Manager Dave Roberts said Turner (hamstring) will need a short rehab assignment, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.While no date has been set for his rehab assignment or his return to the big club, the Dodgers are hopeful he'll be able to rejoin the team before the end of next week's road trip, which ends June 4 against the Brewers. A clearer timetable should become available once his rehab game is scheduled.
May 26 2017Turner (hamstring) could potentially return from the disabled list in the minimum 10 days, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner is dealing with a Grade 1 hamstring strain, the most mild form of the injury. He was expected to need two weeks initially, but he has been able to take grounders on the field and appears to be progressing better than expected. Turner is eligible to return May 29. Even if he needs an extra couple days, a return sometime early next week seems likely at this point.
May 25 2017Turner (hamstring) took grounders Thursday for the first time since landing on the disabled list, J.P. Hoonstra of the Southern California News Group reports.This is a big milestone in Turner's recovery, but there are a few hurdles he'll need to clear before rejoining the Dodgers. Given the length of his absence, a rehab assignment could be in order for Turner as he makes his way back from a Grade 1 hamstring strain. The Dodgers will continue to use a platoon of Logan Forsythe, Enrique Hernandez, and Chris Taylor at third base while Turner is on the shelf.
May 19 2017Turner (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day DL on Friday.The full extent of the injury remains uncertain as the Dodgers have not disclosed the results of Turner's MRI, but Turner did indeed strain his right hamstring while rounding third base Thursday night. Brett Eibner was recalled in a corresponding move. Logan Forsythe (toe), Enrique Hernandez and Chris Taylor will be the top candidates for playing time at third base in Turner's absence.
May 19 2017Turner has a Grade 1 hamstring strain and is hopeful that he can return in a couple weeks, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports Friday.Turner underwent an MRI that thankfully didn't reveal major damage. Until Turner returns in early June, expect Logan Forsythe, who is expected to return to the Dodgers from an injured toe early next week week, to get the majority of the third base at-bats in Turner's absence.
May 19 2017Turner will undergo an MRI on his right hamstring Friday, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.Manager Dave Roberts said he's "holding out hope" that Turner will avoid the disabled list, but hamstring issues can be tricky. Turner likely won't play Friday as they await the results. Chris Taylor is a candidate to fill in at third base while the vet rests.
May 18 2017Turner exited Thursday's game against the Marlins with an apparent right hamstring injury, J.P. Hoonstra of the Southern California News Group reports.He suffered the injury rounding third on a Yasmani Grandal base hit to left field and immediately grabbed at the back of his right leg. Turner slowly limped off the field and went straight back to the clubhouse with team trainers. Chris Taylor, who replaced Turner at third base, could be an option to fill in at the hot corner should Turner miss additional time. The Dodgers figure to provide an update on Turner's status late Thursday or early Friday.
May 17 2017Turner went 2-for-3 with a double and two runs in San Francisco on Wednesday.Although we're still waiting for Turner's power stroke to show up -- he has just one homer this year after socking a career-best 27 last season -- he's swinging a hot bat nonetheless, as evidenced by his .372 batting average, which ranks fourth in baseball. The counting stats haven't exactly come along as you'd like (17 RBI and 17 runs), but if Turner keeps hitting with something resembling this level of consistency, that discrepancy will be corrected in due time.
May 15 2017Turner is not in the lineup Monday against the Giants, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Despite back-to-back multi-hit games for Turner, he'll head to the bench for the first time in 22 games as Enrique Hernandez gets the nod at the hot corner. Turner is enjoying a nice year at the plate so far, slashing .359/.433/.473 through 131 at-bats.
Apr 30 2017Turner went 3-for-4 with his 11th double of the season in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Phillies.Turner's hitting streak is up to a career-high 16 games now, and all he's done in the season's first month is hit. He's up to a .404 average with one homer and 12 RBI in 99 plate appearances and has already recorded four three-hit games in the first month. Although the power numbers aren't there yet, Turner looks completely healthy after offseason knee surgery.
Apr 29 2017Turner is not in the starting lineup Saturday against the Phillies, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.It appears to be a routine day off for Turner, who has started the last eight games for the Dodgers. The third baseman is off to a great start on the season, with a .381 AVG, 10 RBI, and a .947 OPS. Chris Taylor starts at the hot corner in his absence.
Apr 29 2017Turner went 3-for-4 with a double and a pair of RBI in Friday's win over the Phillies.The red-hot third baseman extended his current hitting streak to 14 games, raising his batting average to .381 in the process. The hit streak is even more impressive when you consider that he suffered a hand injury during the streak, but returned and didn't skip a beat. Turner has yet to record a home run this season, but his 10 doubles have kept his slugging percentage (.500) slightly above last year's mark (.493) when he hit a career-high 27 homers. While he may not reach that mark again this season, the home runs will surely be on their way as long as he continues to make hard contact 30.7 percent of the time.
Apr 21 2017Turner (hand) is back in the lineup Friday against the Diamondbacks, batting third and playing third base, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.Turner sat out of Wednesday's contest after being plunked in the hand Tuesday, but it seems like everything is back to normal for the third baseman. He'll assume his normal spot in the lineup with Enrique Hernandez returning to a reserve role.
Apr 19 2017Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies.Turner will get the day off as Enrique Hernandez takes over at third base. He got hit in the hand during Tuesday's game but was able to stay in, so the Dodgers appear to be playing it safe with him. More should be known on his status before Friday's game against the Diamondbacks.
Apr 19 2017Turner was struck in the hand with a pitch in the fifth inning of Tuesday's loss to the Rockies, but he stayed in the game and finished 1-for-4 with an RBI.The Dodgers had X-rays done on their third baseman's hand for precautionary reasons, and the results came back negative. It appears that Turner avoided any sort of damage to his right hand, and he should be fine going forward. The 32-year-old is currently slashing .360/.448/.520 while batting third in the the order this season.
Apr 14 2017Turner (quad) returned to the starting lineup Thursday, going 1-for-2 with a pair of walks in a 4-0 loss to the Cubs.The 32-year-old looked healthy in his return to diamond, getting on base three times on a day where the Dodgers were shut out by Brett Anderson. With an off day on Tuesday, the third baseman ended up missing just one contest with a minor quadriceps injury. With a .355/.429/.516 slash line through nine games, Turner should continue to be a driving force behind the Dodgers' offense this season.
Apr 13 2017Turner (quad) is back in the Dodgers' lineup Thursday against the Cubs, batting third and playing third base, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.Turner returns to action after a quadriceps issue knocked him out of Tuesday's game. He only missed Wednesday and will resume occupying his spot in the heart or middle of the Dodgers' order.
Apr 13 2017Turner (quadriceps) entered the game as a pinch-hitter Wednesday against the Cubs and recorded a groundout to second.Turner stepped in for Joc Pederson in the eighth inning of Wednesday's game, showing that he is both available off the bench and nearing a return to the lineup. Look for Turner's bat back in the lineup when the Dodgers wrap up their series against Brett Anderson and the Cubs on Thursday afternoon. The 32-year-old is already 6-for-17 with three doubles against left-handed pitching this season.
Apr 12 2017Turner (quad) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Despite benefiting from the Dodgers being off the schedule Tuesday, Turner wasn't able to get over the quad injury in time to enter the lineup for the second game of the team's series with the Cubs. The Dodgers haven't indicated that a stint on the disabled list is imminent for Turner, but his absence Wednesday will nonetheless open up a start at second base for Chase Utley, while Logan Forsythe moves over to cover third base for Turner.
Apr 12 2017Manager Dave Roberts said he expects Turner (quadriceps) back in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs, David Vassegh of 570 LA Sports reports.Turner is reportedly feeling much better, and should even be available off the bench Wednesday should the Dodgers need a pinch hitter. The 32-year-old is 10-for-28 with five doubles and a stolen base through seven games this year. He'll reclaim his spot at the hot corner once he's able to return.
Apr 11 2017Turner left Monday's game against the Cubs with a quad injury, ESPN.com's Doug Padilla reports.Turner was hit by a pitch in the top of the eighth inning, and while he initially stayed in the game to run the bases, he was then removed before the bottom half of the frame. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts doesn't believe the injury is serious, and he said Turner will be re-evaluated Tuesday. Any missed time would open up at-bats for Chase Utley and/or Enrique Hernandez.
Apr 9 2017Turner went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a run scored in the Dodgers' 10-6 win over the Rockies on Sunday.The 32-year-old third baseman has done nothing but hit in the first week of the season, as he's batting .400 so far after another two-hit performance. Turner doesn't have a home run yet, but he's recorded at least two knocks in four of the club's first six games. He has become a very useful middle-of-the-order hitter for fantasy owners.
Apr 6 2017Turner is not in the Dodgers' lineup Thursday against the Padres, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.The third sacker is getting a breather in the getaway day game, with Logan Forsythe sliding over to the hot corner and Chase Utley filling in at second base. Expect Turner to rejoin the lineup Friday.
Apr 3 2017Turner went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles, an RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 14-3 win over the Padres.Turner picked up right where he left off last season when he posted career-high counting stats across the board. The 32-year-old batted third for manager Dave Roberts on Monday, sandwiched favorably between Corey Seager and Adrian Gonzalez. If that lineup configuration holds all season, the third baseman should be in a great position to meet last year's marks of 79 runs and 90 RBI while providing a solid batting average.
Mar 13 2017Turner went 1-for-4 with a double, a pair of RBI and a stolen base in a 6-5 win over the Royals.The stolen base is a positive sign that Turner's knee is feeling good after receiving a preventative lubricating injection last week. He is having a strong spring, batting .375 (6-for-16) with seven RBI after posting career numbers last season. While the 27 home runs last year appears to be an outlier, 2016 was the first time the 32-year-old has logged a full season as a starter in the majors. His isolated power rating of .218 last season isn't far off from the .197 he produced in 2015. So a slight regression in power may be expected, but Turner should still be good for 16-20 homers and solid counting stats while batting in the heart of the Dodgers' potent lineup.
Mar 10 2017Turner is batting third and playing third base in Friday's Cactus League game against the Rangers.Turner received a lubricating injection in his knee Wednesday, forcing him to rest for a couple of days. It appears to be a simple procedure for his long-term health, so look for Turner to be a full participant going forward.
Mar 8 2017Turner received a preventative lubricating injection in his knee and should return to action later in the week, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The injection doesn't appear to be serious, as he had the same thing done earlier in spring training and was able to return after a few days of rest. He'll likely be back playing by the end of the week and shouldn't be hindered by the knee as spring training progresses.
Feb 26 2017Turner reached base in both of his plate appearances Saturday, collecting a hit, a walk, an RBI and a run scored in a spring training win over the White Sox.Fresh off a big contract extension, Turner is looking to repeat the career marks he set at the plate last season. The 27 homers seems like an outlier when you consider his previous totals and his age, but the third baseman looks like a safe source of batting average, runs and RBI while batting in the the heart of the Dodgers' lineup this season.
Dec 12 2016Turner agreed to a four-year, $64 million contract with the Dodgers on Monday, FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal reports.Turner has been worth 12.9 wins above replacement (according to Fangraphs) over the past three years, but he is also entering his age-32 season, so this seems like a fair deal for both parties. He hit a career-high 27 home runs last year -- his previous career high was 16 -- and while he seems unlikely to duplicate that power performance, his career .282 average seems like a good projection for 2017. If he can stay healthy he should also be good for 75-plus runs and RBI, hitting near the top of the Dodgers' lineup.
Nov 14 2016Turner rejected the Dodgers' qualifying offer Monday, making him a free agent, Jon Heyman of Today's Knuckleball reports.Coming off of another productive season at the plate, Turner's decision to decline the one-year offer comes as no surprise. He'll now hit the open market, where he figures to secure a long-term deal from another franchise. Another Dodgers player, Kenley Jansen, also declined the team's qualifying offer Monday, as expected.
Nov 7 2016Turner received a qualifying offer from the Dodgers on Monday, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.Turner put together another productive season at the plate for Los Angeles, meaning that he'll likely decline this offer. However, the 31-year-old's market value will likely take a hit now that he'll also cost his signing team a draft pick.
Sep 28 2016Turner is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Padres.Turner will take a rare seat against a right-handed pitcher Wednesday with the Dodgers facing Luis Perdomo. He's hitting .306 with a .925 OPS against righties on the year, but with the postseason approaching, manager Dave Roberts opted to give him a day off for the first time in over two weeks. Howie Kendrick will take over at third base Wednesday.
Sep 25 2016Turner went 3-for-3 with two RBI, two runs, a stolen base and two walks in a 14-1 victory over the Rockies on Saturday.The third baseman is 5-for-6 the last two nights since sitting out Thursday. He has multiple hits in three of his last five games. Turner is hitting .274 with 27 home runs, 89 RBI, 75 runs and four steals in 533 at-bats this season.
Sep 22 2016Turner is not in the lineup Thursday against the Rockies.Turner has started the past 10 games for Los Angeles, so he'll get a regular day off to rest up before the final week of the season. Howie Kendrick will slide over to the hot corner to fill in for him, while Andrew Toles takes over in left field to round out the lineup.
Sep 14 2016Turner came up big Wednesday, going 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, an RBI and a run in a 2-0 win over the Yankees.Turner's double came in a 0-0 game in the ninth against Yankees closer Dellin Betances, and drove in teammate Corey Seager for the go-ahead run. Turner later scored on a throwing error by Betances, giving Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen an insurance run that he didn't end up needing. It was Turner's 30th double of the season, and brought his batting line to .270/.338/.502.
Sep 12 2016Turner went 1-for-5 with a solo home run on Monday against the Yankees.Turner has now homered in consecutive games, giving him 27 for the season. The third baseman got off to a sluggish start this season, but has settled down to post a .269 average to go with his home runs. The powers surge has been unexpected for Turner, who had just 31 career home runs coming into the season.
Sep 11 2016Turner is out of Sunday's lineup against the Marlins, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.Turner had a fantastic game Saturday as he went 2-for-4 with a home run. However, Howie Kendrick will cover third base while Turner sits out Sunday.
Aug 29 2016Turner is out of the lineup Monday against the Rockies, Andy McCullough of the LA Times reports.Turner will have the night off as Rob Segedin gets the nod to start at the hot corner. Turner has had a tough time at the plate lately and has gone just 1-for-17 (.059) over his last four games.
Aug 24 2016Turner went 2-for-3 with his 24th homer Wednesday in a 1-0 win over the Giants.His fourth-inning shot to left center off San Francisco starter Johnny Cueto accounted for the game's only scoring. With five hits in the last two games and a .343 average (including six homers) in August, Turner's brought his season average up to .282 -- its highest point since the first week of April action. He certainly won't match the career high he set two years ago (.340), but Turner's made up for that with a host of career marks in other categories -- homers, doubles (28), RBI (74) and runs (61) -- and he has plenty of time left to pad those stats.
Aug 22 2016Turner is not in the lineup Monday against the Reds, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.The everyday third baseman will get a rare day off, as the Dodgers to go with Rob Segedin at the hot corner. Segedin will bat eighth in the order against Cincinnati's Homer Bailey.
Aug 19 2016Turner went 2-for-3 with a walk and a three-run homer in Thursday's loss in Philadelphia.Turner's first-inning blast was his second in as many nights, fifth in 12 games and his 23rd of the season. The 31-year-old third baseman has been locked in since the All-Star break. Through 112 second-half at-bats, Turner is hitting .339 /.383/.705 with 11 doubles, 10 homers, 28 RBI and 22 runs scored.
Aug 17 2016Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run and a pair of runs scored Wednesday in the Dodgers' win over the Phillies.Turner has hit for tremendous power of late, with 11 home runs in his last 30 games. Turner's power may be the result of a change in approach at the plate, however, as he's not taken a walk since July 27th. He entered Wednesday slugging .643 in August, but with an OBP of just .310.
Aug 16 2016Turner (hand) is in the lineup Tuesday against the Philadelphia.Turner has missed two games with a jammed thumb, but he'll be back in action Tuesday. The Dodgers' power-hitting third baseman will be hitting third when the club faces Vince Velasquez and the Phillies.
Aug 14 2016Turner (hand) isn't expected to need a stint on the DL, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.After being hit by a pitch Friday, there was a level of uncertainty regarding how the club would proceed with Turner's injury. However, it looks like he'll simply need a bit of time to recover. Although the team didn't indicate when he'd be back in action, a return by the end of next week wouldn't be surprising.
Aug 14 2016Turner (hand) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Pirates, J.P Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group reports.For the second day in a row, the Dodgers will be without their power-hitting third baseman. There hasn't been any indication that Turner will need a stint on the DL, so he should still be considered day-to-day. Rob Segedin will start at the hot corner and be batting eighth Sunday.
Aug 13 2016Turner was scratched from Saturday's lineup due to a right hand contusion.Rob Segedin will take over at the hot corner in place of the injured Turner for Saturday's matchup with the Pirates. There's no word yet on the severity of Turner's contusion, or whether he'll require X-rays. He should be considered day-to-day heading into Sunday's game.
Aug 10 2016Turner is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Phillies.This appears to be just a routine day off for Turner, who has played a full contest in every game since July 5. He is not among the elite third basemen in the game, but he is in that next group, as his 21 homers are tied with Kyle Seager for eighth among third basemen and his .848 OPS ranks ninth among regulars at the position. Rob Segedin will get a rare start at the hot corner Wednesday, batting eighth.
Aug 9 2016Turner went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Phillies.Turner followed the examples of Howie Kendrick and Yasmani Grandal, as each of the three managed to hit a two-run homer off starter Vince Velasquez. The third baseman established a new career high with his 56th run of the season, and added to career highs in homers and RBI. A late bloomer, Turner has become a key piece for a contending Dodgers team over the past two seasons after being bandied about the league for years.
Jul 21 2016Turner (2-for-3) connected for two home runs off Nationals' ace Stephen Strasburg en route to a five RBI performance Thursday afternoon.Just an hour into the afternoon, the Dodgers' hottest hitter already had his fourth career multi-homer game and his first game with five RBI since May 15, 2011. Over the previous two seasons, Turner was one of the Dodgers' best hitters and an anchor in the middle of their lineup. But the third baseman stumbled to start the 2016 season, and on June 8, he was hitting only .220. Since then, he has lifted his average 47 points by hitting .333 with 13 home runs.
Jul 17 2016Turner went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI in Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks.Hitless heading into the eighth inning, Turner smacked a two-run homer and followed that with a two-run double in the ninth, nearly bringing the Dodgers back from a six-run deficit. He has seemingly discovered his power stroke of late, as he has homered four times in his last eight games and has nine RBI during that span as well.
Jul 5 2016Turner is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Orioles, Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times reports.Chris Taylor will get the nod at third base as Turner sits following six consecutive starts. Turner has picked it up at the plate considerably over the past month or so, posting a .922 OPS with eight homers in June. He's battled hamstring and toe ailments in recent weeks and this looks like nothing more than a routine maintenance day for the 31-year-old.
Jun 29 2016Turner (toe) is back in the lineup Wednesday against the Brewers.He had four extra-base hits and six RBI in the four games prior to the minor toe injury that forced him to miss one game. Turner will bat third against righty Junior Guerra on Wednesday, and should re-assume the everyday duties at the hot corner.
Jun 28 2016Turner (hamstring) expects to return to the lineup Wednesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The Dodgers' third baseman clarified that his absence Tuesday is due to a sore left toe, the result of being struck by a foul ball, and is not related to the leg cramp that forced him from Monday's game. Regardless, it sounds like Turner will be back Wednesday as he looks to finish his outstanding month of June (.931 OPS) on a high note.
Jun 28 2016Turner (hamstring) is not in the lineup Tuesday against Milwaukee.Turner suffered a hamstring cramp in his final at-bat of Monday's game and although the injury does not appear serious, manager Dave Roberts is giving the 31-year-old a game off as a precaution. The third baseman, who's logged three doubles and six RBI over his last four games, will be replaced by recent callup Chris Taylor in the lineup.
Jun 27 2016Turner left the game Monday after his hamstring cramped up in a ninth inning at-bat, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.It has been reported that manager Dave Roberts took Turner out of the game simply as a precaution and that the injury is not considered serious. He should still be considered day-to-day until more information is released.
Jun 27 2016Turner left Monday's game with a foot injury, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Turner fouled a ball off his foot in the ninth inning and exited the game when the Dodgers took the field in the bottom half of the inning. He will likely be evaluated soon and more information regarding the injury should be released shortly.
Jun 25 2016Turner went 2-for-3 with a double, two RBI and a run in Friday's 8-6 loss to the Pirates.The veteran third baseman plated Corey Seager with a double in the third, and subsequently scored on a balk by Jameson Taillon. He then brought Scott Van Slyke home on a sacrifice fly in the sixth, marking his fifth multi-RBI game of June. The performance was a nice rebound for Turner, who'd gone 0-for-8 over the prior two games. He's enjoyed a nice power surge during June, a month that's seen him blast seven homers overall.
Jun 21 2016Turner hit his 10th home run in a 2-for-4 game with two RBI in Monday's win over the Nationals.Turner is on an absolute tear. He is now 8-for-17 with four home runs and eight RBI over his last four games and has raised his batting line from .235/.324/.373 to .252/.336/.432 in that short span. It's possible Turner may have lost his starting spot to his slow start had the Dodgers not been dealing with so many injuries, but with this hot streak, he has cemented his spot in the lineup.
Jun 19 2016Turner went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run, his ninth of the year, against the Brewers on Saturday.As if two homers and a walk-off single Friday weren't enough, Turner's home run in the third inning of this one tied the game and continued his ascent from early season struggles. The veteran was one of four Dodgers with two runs and posted a game-high three RBIs. In his last 12 games, Turner has raised his OPS 106 points.
Jun 17 2016Turner finished 3-for-5 with a pair of solo home runs and a walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning in Friday's win over the Brewers.Turner provided all of the Dodgers' offense on a lean night, extending his hitting streak to five games in the process. He has hit .500 with a pair of home runs and six RBI over that span, raising his batting average to .243, which is as high as it has been in five weeks. Further, Turner has uncorked five of his eight home runs in the last 10 games and seems to be finally getting things on track after a slow start.
Jun 5 2016Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Mike DiDiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner has started four straight and 11 of the last 12 overall, but will take a seat Sunday in favor of Howie Kendrick at third base. Look for Turner to be back in action for Monday's series opener against the Rockies, but in the meantime, Trayce Thompson will get bumped up to third in the batting order.
May 25 2016Turner went 3-for-5 with three RBI and one strikeout in Tuesday's win over the Reds.All three hits were singles, but Turner is keeping the momentum going after homering twice in the San Diego series over the weekend -- Nos. 2 and 3 on the year. He still has more walks (11) than strikeouts (10) this month and appears locked into a top-third lineup spot, but Turner will need to tap further into the power to return to must-start status in mixed leagues.
May 23 2016Turner is in the lineup for Monday's tilt with the Reds.Turner will man the hot corner and bat second in the order. He was not in the lineup Sunday after starting the previous five games. Turner did make a pinch-hit appearance, and made the best of it by mashing a solo home run. He will look to stay hot Monday.
May 22 2016Turner will not play in Sunday's series finale against the Padres.Turner appears to simply be receiving a rest day after starting the last five contests. A rather unimpressive .227/.319/.326 batting line may have played a factor as well, with Howie Kendrick slotting in at third base in his place and the hot-hitting Trayce Thompson once again starting in left field. Still, Turner could rejoin the lineup as soon as Monday when the Dodgers host the Reds.
May 16 2016Turner is not in the lineup for Monday's series opener against the Angels.This seems like a typical day off for Turner, although he is scuffling to the tune of a .182 batting average over his past seven games. Howie Kendrick will slide over to third base to fill in for him, while Carl Crawford enters the lineup in left field.
May 11 2016Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Mets.Turner has yet to provide much power or the high batting average that he has been known for in recent seasons, although his defense has still been quite good at the hot corner. Howie Kendrick gets the start at third base and will bat third Wednesday against righty Noah Syndergaard.
May 7 2016Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo homer and two runs scored in Saturday's 6-2 victory over the Blue Jays.The Dodgers' third baseman finally connected on a long ball this season, and extended his current hitting streak to four games in the process. Turner's current line of .260/.339/.375 is serviceable, but he's only contributed six RBI after managing a career-high 60 in 2015. The veteran still remains a viable option, particularly versus right-handers, as he's managed a .348 wOBA and 22 career homers against them.
Apr 28 2016Manager Dave Roberts said Thursday that Turner will start every game in the Dodgers' upcoming series against the Padres, J.P Hoonstra of the Southern California News Group reports.Turner is out of the lineup Thursday, but Roberts told reporters that he'd be in the lineup for all three games this weekend when the Dodgers face the Padres. Cesar Vargas, Colin Rea, and Drew Pomeranz are the scheduled starters that Turner and the Dodgers will be facing over the weekend.
Apr 28 2016Turner is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Marlins.It's not entirely clear why Turner is being held out Thursday, but he will open on the bench while Howie Kendrick gets the nod at the hot corner.
Apr 25 2016Turner (toe) is in the starting lineup Monday.After sitting out Saturday's game, Turner walked as a pinch-hitter Sunday. He'll man the clean-up spot Monday night as the Dodgers are sitting their lefties against Miami southpaw Wei-Yin Chen.
Apr 24 2016Manager Dave Roberts expects Turner (toe) to play Monday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Turner was held out of Sunday's lineup for the second straight game as a precaution, but the Dodgers anticipate his bruised big toe having enough time to heal before Monday. It sounds like all signs are pointing to a return, but be sure to check back to confirm prior to Monday's lineup lock.
Apr 24 2016Turner (toe) will attempt to play in Sunday's game, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.The official starting lineup has yet to be released, so it's unclear if Turner's willingness to play will result in the starting nod. He will apparently utilize a special shoe insert that immobilizes the joint that causes the discomfort in his bruised big toe. These injuries tend to be a bit tricky, as rest is the only real treatment, and the ailment is easy to aggravate. Nonetheless, the Dodgers seemingly have a plan for their starting third baseman, and if he doesn't return to action Sunday, look for him to be back in the lineup at some point this week.
Apr 24 2016Turner (toe) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rockies.Turner will be given his second straight day of rest to allow the bruised big toe suffered Friday night to heal. He's been experimenting with a new protective insert that could potentially ease his discomfort, however, so a return to action shouldn't be too far off. Consider him day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener against the Marlins.
Apr 23 2016Turner's toe was stepped on in Friday's game, which is why he is out of Saturday's lineup, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.The bruised toe will keep him out of the field Saturday, but he is still available to pinch hit. Howie Kendrick is getting the start at third base Saturday, but it sounds like Turner will be back in the fold in the near future.
Apr 23 2016Turner is out of Saturday's lineup against the Rockies, the Los Angeles Times' Andy McCullough reports.Howie Kendrick will get the start at third base Saturday, hitting fifth. Turner has a hit in just two of his last five games, and has five strikeouts over his last three contests, so he will get a bench seat to start Saturday's game.
Apr 21 2016Turner is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Braves, according to Andy McCullough of the LA Times.Turner tallied two hits in Wednesday's game but just three hits in the previous seven games, so manager Dave Roberts decided to give him the day off Thursday. Charlie Culbertson will fill in at third base in Turner's place.
Apr 15 2016Turner (hand) is back in the lineup Friday against the Giants.He was out of the lineup Thursday due to swelling in his left hand, the result of being hit by a pitch Wednesday night. However, Turner was able to pinch hit Thursday and is back in the lineup Friday, manning third and batting cleanup against lefty Madison Bumgarner. The 31-year-old Turner is 8-for-36 (.222 average) with two homers and seven strikeouts in his career against Bumgarner.
Apr 15 2016Turner (undisclosed) came on to pinch hit Thursday and collected an RBI single in his lone at-bat.Turner was poised to get the night off Thursday after being hit by two pitches in his previous game, but he was able to push through any lingering soreness to put the Dodgers on the board in the seventh inning. He eventually came around to score to give the Dodgers a one-run lead that they would not relinquish. Given that Turner came back ahead of schedule, he figures to be back at his usual spot at third base for Friday's game against the Giants.
Apr 14 2016Manager Dave Roberts said that he expects Turner (undisclosed) to return to the lineup Friday, Joey Kaufman of the Orange County Register reports.Turner was given the night off Thursday after being hit by two pitches in Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks. He was sent in for X-rays on his hand, but they came back negative, leaving open the possibility of him drawing back into the order for Friday's series opener with the Giants. Howie Kendrick is taking over at third base Thursday, but Enrique Hernandez would be another candidate to fill in if Turner is unable to go Friday.
Apr 14 2016Turner is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Diamondbacks.Howie Kendrick will take Turner's spot at third base Thursday after Turner was hit by a pitch twice in Wednesday's contest. Most concerning was a pitch Turner took off the hand, but Joey Kaufman of the Orange County Register reports that X-rays on his hand came back negative. Turner could be back in action as soon as Friday, but if he's still out of the lineup at that point, Kendrick or Enrique Hernandez could serve as replacements at third base.
Apr 8 2016Turner is back in the lineup batting third in Friday's game against the Giants.This will be Turner's fourth start in five games, a pace we can probably expect all year assuming he's healthy.
Apr 7 2016Turner is out of Thursday's lineup against the Giants.This is just a standard day off for Turner, who has four hits in his first three games, including two doubles. Enrique Hernandez will get the start at third base and hit seventh against righty Jake Peavy.
Apr 4 2016Turner rapped out two doubles and scored two runs in Monday's 15-0 thrashing of the Padres.It seems clear by now that we can count on Turner to hit for average and score runs, but what's questionable is whether he can maintain last season's power surge -- if he'd had 600 at-bats, he had the on-pace numbers for 25 homers. Hitting out of the third spot in the order, as he did here in the opener, he'll at least be in the middle of whatever the Dodgers can do on offense -- which might be quite a lot.
Mar 29 2016Turner left Tuesday's game early as a precaution after being spiked, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.The calf that was struck is reportedly fine, so the fact that he left the game afterward is of little concern. Turner should be fine to resume his usual duties as the starting third baseman in the coming days.
Mar 14 2016Turner (knee) went 1-for-1 with a double, a walk, two runs and a RBI in Monday's game against the Brewers.He said after Monday's game that as long as he feels good Tuesday, the plan is to play in games Wednesday and Friday of this week. His spring debut couldn't have gone any better, and it sounds like he is on track to be ready for Opening Day. We will update his status if there is a change in his availability later this week.
Mar 13 2016Turner (knee) will make his Cactus League debut at third base on Monday, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.It's encouraging that Turner is making his debut in the field, as a full performance Monday would signal he's ready for Opening Day. It has been a long road to recovery for Turner, who received the surgery last fall, but he should be good to go barring any setbacks.
Mar 11 2016Turner (knee) hopes to make his Cactus League debut Monday, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.He will have had about 35 at-bats in minor league camp by then, and has not experienced any setbacks with his knee injury. If he does indeed get in the lineup with the big league club Monday, he would be on track to be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 7 2016Turner (knee) will see additional at-bats against minor league pitching Tuesday, Bill Plunkett of the OC Register reports.Turner appears to be nearing full strength after undergoing microfracture surgery back in November, but manager Dave Roberts said Monday that Turner is not quite ready for major league spring games. He figures to take that next step soon, however, and the expectation remains that he'll be ready in time for Opening Day.
Mar 6 2016Turner (knee) received six at-bats in a minor league game Saturday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner has been working to return to the field all winter since receiving microfracture surgery in November. This is another step in his comeback, which should include major league spring training games sometime this week. Barring setbacks, the 31-year-old remains on track to be ready for Opening Day.
Mar 4 2016Turner (knee) expects to make his spring debut early next week, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Everything seems to be going according to plan for Turner, who is working his way back from microfracture knee surgery. He entered camp having not experienced any setbacks since the October procedure, and has successfully ramped up his activity in the past couple weeks. Manager Dave Roberts has said Turner is on track for Opening Day.
Feb 29 2016Turner (knee) will be held out of the first week of spring training action, MLB.com's Ken Gurnick reports.Manager Dave Roberts will take it easy with Turner early this spring, but Turner remains on track to be ready to go by Opening Day. As long as he is healthy he is slated to open the season as the Dodgers' primary third baseman.
Feb 24 2016Turner (knee) will be a full participant in the team's workouts, manager Dave Roberts said Wednesday, SB Nation's Eric Stephen reports.While Roberts said Turner would be a full participant, he noted that the intensity might be tempered a bit as the Dodgers' third baseman works his way back from a offseason microfracture procedure. As spring training gets underway it should become clearer what limitations Turner faces initially, if any, but so far all of the news out of camp has been positive and he remains on track to be ready for Opening Day.
Jan 29 2016Turner (knee) has not dealt with any setbacks in his recovery from a microfracture procedure in November, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner reportedly had a portion of the cartilage torn off the outside of his knee in the postseason, requiring him to undergo the surgery shortly after the season. Assuming the rest of his rehab process goes as planned, the 31-year-old third baseman should be ready for the beginning of spring training.
Jan 15 2016Turner (knee) agreed to terms with the Dodgers on a one-year, $5.1 million deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports.Turner followed up an impressive 2014 with a productive 2015 campaign, hitting .294 with a career-high 16 home runs to go with 60 RBI and five steals. The third baseman underwent microfracture surgery on his knee in November, and while it's expected to keep him from working out at full speed until next month, he said he expects to be 100 percent by the time spring training begins.
Nov 11 2015Turner revealed last weekend that his recent knee surgery included a microfracture procedure, the Los Angeles Times reports.Speaking at Adrian Gonzalez's charity softball game, Turner said that a piece of cartilage had been torn off on the outside part of his knee, necessitating the microfracture surgery. He dealt with a bruised knee throughout much of the second half, but Turner believes the cartilage damage happened in the postseason. While Turner won't be able to run at full strength for approximately three months, he is confident he will be a full go at the start of spring training.
Oct 21 2015Turner will have surgery on his left knee Thursday, but is expected to be ready for spring training, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.Turner had another solid season, blowing past his career high in home runs with 16 long balls and a .294/.370/.491 slash. He should be back playing pretty regularly in 2016.
Oct 15 2015Turner (knee) is in the lineup for Game 5 of the NLDS against the Mets on Thursday.His troublesome left knee swelled up again Tuesday, forcing Turner to leave Game 4 prematurely, but he is will be able to play Thursday, as expected. Turner will man third base and bat cleanup against Jacob deGrom.
Oct 14 2015Turner (knee) is expected to be able to play Thursday in Game 5 of the NLDS, Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.The 30-year-old was forced from Tuesday's Game 4 with swelling in his left knee, the same knee that limited him during the final couple weeks of the regular season. However, manager Don Mattingly expects Turner to be able to give it a go against Jacob deGrom with the season on the line.
Oct 13 2015Turner left Tuesday's game due to swelling in his knee, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.It was part of a double-switch, with Corey Seager moving to third base and Jimmy Rollins moving to shortstop late in Tuesday's Game 4 victory over the Mets. Turner should be considered day-to-day in advance of Thursday's deciding Game 5.
Oct 4 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Padres, MLB.com reports.Turner has seen a slight reduction in at-bats in September with late-summer additions Chase Utley and Corey Seager making a case for playing time at third base, but he's still the Dodgers' likely starter at the position heading into the playoffs. He's batted an excellent .294 this season and has hit 16 homers while driving in 60 runs.
Oct 3 2015Turner went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in a 2-1 win over San Diego on Saturday.Turner just continues his breakout season, as this marks his 16th dinger of the year. Since joining the Dodgers last season, Turner has developed into a completely different player, as he has doubled most of his career numbers in that two-year span. It remains to be seen what they'll do with him next year considering all the young depth the Dodgers have, but he's definitely played well enough to earn an everyday role yet again.
Oct 2 2015Turner went 1-for-3 with a walk, two RBI and a run scored in a 6-2 win over the Padres on Friday.Turner has been in and out of the lineup over the past couple of months with random nicks and bruises, so the solid performance is a nice sign going into the postseason. The third baseman continues to have a breakout year, as he's hitting .291 with 15 homers and 59 RBI this season.
Oct 2 2015Turner (arm) is in the lineup Friday against the Padres.Turner was held out of the lineup the previous two games after getting hit by a pitch in the arm in Tuesday's contest, but is apparently good enough to go Friday. He'll assume his usual spot at the hot corner and bat cleanup.
Oct 1 2015Turner has some swelling in his arm after getting hit by a pitch in Wednesday's game against the Giants, Dylan Hernandez of the LA Times reports. He's not listed in Thursday's lineup.There is no news on X-rays, so it must not be serious. Chase Utley will man third base Thursday.
Oct 1 2015Turner is out of the lineup Thursday against the Giants.Turner will take a seat for the afternoon contest, allowing Chase Utley and his left-handed bat to work his way into the lineup. As the corner infield spots get healthier, Turner will continue to face increased competition for reps at the hot corner.
Sep 30 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Giants.Manager Don Mattingly will give a few of his heavy lifters, namely Turner and Adrian Gonzalez, the day off after the team's NL-West-clinching victory Tuesday night. Turner could probably use the day off, as he recently missed a handful of games with a bone bruise in his left knee.
Sep 27 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rockies, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.Turner returned from a knee injury days earlier, so it appears the Dodgers are just being careful not to overextend him right away. He'll be replaced at third base Sunday by Alex Guerrero.
Sep 25 2015Turner is not in the lineup Friday against the Rockies, Dylan Hernandez of the LA Times reports.Turner returned to the lineup Thursday after missing four games with a knee issue, going 0-for-2 with a walk, but he'll be held out again Friday. Chase Utley will fill in at the hot corner in his absence and lead off.
Sep 24 2015Turner (knee) is back in the lineup hitting third Thursday, SB Nation's Eric Stephen reports.After missing four games with the knee issue Turner returns as one of the only Dodgers regulars in Thursday's lineup. Manager Don Mattingly said Turner won't play every day over the rest of the regular season as the Dodgers hope to have him fresh for a run in October.
Sep 23 2015Turner (knee) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Diamondbacks.He was able to go through a limited workout prior to Tuesday's game but will miss a fourth straight start as a result of the knee injury. An MRI earlier in the week revealed Turner is suffering from tendinitis and a bone bruise in his left knee. Corey Seager will get the start at third base Wednesday with Jimmy Rollins (finger) returning to short.
Sep 22 2015Turner (knee) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks.Turner will continue to sit out with the knee injury that has bothered him since last weekend. Alex Guerrero will man the hot corner for the Dodgers on Tuesday night.
Sep 22 2015Turner's MRI revealed he is suffering from tendinitis and a bone bruise in his left knee, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner described the injury as "pretty much the best case we could have had" and expects to play again "in a couple days". The 30-year-old has been out of the lineup since Saturday, when a sore knee forced him out of the game early.
Sep 21 2015Turner had an MRI on his ailing left knee Monday, ESPN Los Angeles reports.The team is awaiting the test results, which seem likely to be revealed Tuesday. Turner departed Saturday's game with discomfort in the knee, which has been inflamed off and on over the last two seasons.
Sep 20 2015Turner (knee) was not in Sunday's lineup and will reportedly let his knee "calm down" for a couple days, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Alex Guerrero got the start Sunday, but this could be a chance to get both Corey Seager and Jimmy Rollins in Monday's lineup.
Sep 19 2015Turner may miss a few games with a bruised knee, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.It appears as if Turner's knee problems have been bothering him for awhile which seems to suggest it's not severe. However, the 30-year-old will most likely take a few days to try and rehab the injury with the playoffs looming, meaning rookie Corey Seager could see additional starts at third base in the coming days.
Sep 19 2015Turner left Saturday's game with left knee soreness, David Vassegh co-host of Dodger Talk reports.It's unclear how severe the injury might be or when the injury might have occurred, however more information should be available as the game winds down. Turner was replaced at third base by Alex Guerrero in the seventh inning.
Sep 16 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rockies.Alex Guerrero will be afforded a rare start with Turner sitting, along with many of the Dodgers' regulars, following Tuesday night's 16-inning game. Turner collected three hits and walked once in seven trips to the plate Tuesday, his first three-hit game since July 24.
Sep 4 2015Turner is out of Friday's lineup against the Padres, David Vassegh of 570 LA Sports reports.Turner will yield Friday's start to newly-recalled top prospect Corey Seager, who will bat fifth for the Dodgers. While he should continue seeing most of the starts at third base, but could receive more days off moving forward.
Sep 3 2015Turner went 1-for-2 with a steal and a run scored in a 2-1 win over the Giants on Wednesday.There was some speculation that Turner would sit against righties in his return from the DL, but it appears he's the everyday third baseman for the Dodgers at this juncture, and rightfully so. With an average just shy of .300 and an OPS just shy of .900, Turner is easily having the best season of his career.
Aug 30 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cubs.Turner will receive his first day off in a while, but remains a decent stick in the Dodgers' batting order (.295/.357/.515 batting line on the season). However, he's been ice cold at the dish in August, batting just .157 with two home runs on the month. Enrique Hernandez will receive the start in his place Sunday, but Turner should continue receive the lion's share of looks as he attempts to turn things back around in September.
Aug 14 2015Turner went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored in his return to the lineup Friday in a 5-3 win over the Reds.Turner got three at-bats on Thursday, but that was in mop-up duty in a blowout. He was moved right back into the three-hole and it appears a MRSA infection can't even slow him down. Turner now has a .327 average with a .562 SLG and he's must own in standard mixed leagues, if he was dropped during his short DL stint.
Aug 13 2015Turner (leg) was activated from the 15-day disabled list Thursday, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner was expected to be activated around this time, and now the move has been made official. He's not in the lineup for Thursday's contest, but should be available off the bench and could rejoin the lineup as soon as Friday.
Aug 12 2015Manager Don Mattingly said Wednesday that Turner (knee) will be activated "within the next couple of days," Eric Stephen of SB Nation reports.Turner has been sidelined with a leg infection since late July, but he appears to be nearing a return to the diamond by the weekend. He worked on conditioning Wednesday, and though a return during the Dodgers' series against the Reds seems likely, owners will want to hold off on reinserting him into their lineup until he's officially activated. Alberto Callaspo will get another start at third base Wednesday while Turner remains out.
Aug 12 2015Turner (leg) will not be activated for Wednesday's game against the Nationals, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.The 30-year-old ran the bases Wednesday afternoon, but evidently the Dodgers aren't comfortable returning Turner to action just yet. Thus, Alberto Callaspo will be afforded another start at third base.
Aug 10 2015Turner (leg) is not expected back "for a couple of days," according to manager Don Mattingly, True Blue LA's Eric Stephen reports.While Turner's precise return date remains unclear, Wednesday and Thursday represent reasonable possibilities.
Aug 9 2015Turner (leg) may not be ready to return from the disabled list when first eligible Tuesday, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Although he hasn't run in 13 days, Turner has been taking live batting practice and hitting off a tee. He could still be ready by the end of the week, as Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said the infielder won't need a rehab assignment.
Aug 4 2015Manager Don Mattingly said he believes Turner (leg) will return from the DL when eligible on August 12, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Turner hit the DL on Wednesday with an infection in his leg, but it's healing well, and the third baseman appears on pace to be back with the team next week.
Jul 31 2015Turner (leg) was placed on the 15-day DL on Friday, retroactive to July 27.A leg infection hospitalized Turner earlier in the week and has now forced him to the DL. With the backdated stint, Turner will be eligible to return as soon as Aug. 12, but it looks like Alex Guerrero is in line for a couple weeks of semi-regular starts at third base. Alberto Callaspo and Enrique Hernandez could both see time at the position as well.
Jul 31 2015Turner (leg) remains out of the lineup Friday against the Angels.As expected, Turner will miss a third straight start due to an infection on his leg. Manager Don Mattingly said Wednesday that Turner would be out at least a few more days, so it's possible Turner could remain limited or even sidelined entirely through the weekend.
Jul 29 2015Turner (leg) is out of the lineup Wednesday against Oakland.Turner was released from the hospital late on Tuesday after being sent to the emergency room with an infection in his leg. The Dodgers won't rush him back Wednesday with the day off coming Thursday and will instead give Alex Guerrero his first start at third base since May 24.
Jul 29 2015Manager Don Mattingly said Wednesday that Turner (leg) will be out at least a few more days.The Dodgers opted to start Alex Guerrero at third base Wednesday with Turner just hours removed from being released from the hospital due to a leg infection. Los Angeles has the day off Thursday, but it sounds as though Turner won't be ready for the beginning of this weekend's series against the Angels. Guerrero, Alberto Callaspo, and Enrique Hernandez are all possible stop-gaps at third while Turner is sidelined.
Jul 28 2015Turner (leg) has been released from the hospital and is considered day-to-day, Bill Shaikin of the LA Times reports.Turner went to the ER on Tuesday due to an infection in his leg, but it doesn't look to be anything that will cost him significant time. The third baseman is considered day-to-day and will likely be back in the lineup before the end of the week.
Jul 28 2015Turner was sent to the emergency room Tuesday with an infection on his leg, Mark Saxon of ESPN Los Angeles reports.Manager Don Mattingly said Turner received an antibiotic Monday to treat a pimple on his leg, but the area became infected, resulting in his trip to the ER. The Dodgers expect to know more about Turner's condition by the end of the day. Alberto Callaspo is getting the start at third base Tuesday.
Jul 28 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the A's.The Dodgers have not indicated Turner's dealing with an injury, but something seems amiss, as he was lifted from Sunday's game for a pinch-runner and is now set to sit following Monday's team off-day. Alberto Callaspo will start at third base and bat seventh against right-hander Sonny Gray.
Jul 24 2015Turner was 3-for-5 with a home run and a pair of RBI in the Dodgers win over the Mets on Friday night.Turner just keeps going and going. He's now hitting a robust .327 with 13 home runs and 43 RBI on the year while solidifying the Dodgers infield at third base. The Dodgers are expected to bring Hector Olivera up once he proves he is completely healthy, but Turner might be very difficult to chase off of third base when Olivera does arrive.
Jul 22 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Braves, according to David Vassegh of AM 570 LA reports.Turner has raised his batting average to .322 by going 9-for-18 in five games since the All-Star break, but manager Don Mattingly decided to field a lefty-heavy lineup Wednesday, and will give Alberto Callaspo the start at third base over Turner. With a .940 OPS on the season, there's no doubt Turner remains the Dodgers' starting third baseman.
Jul 19 2015Turner is not in the lineup Sunday against the Nationals.Dating back to before the All-Star break, Turner had started nine of the team's last 10 games at third base, but he'll give way to Alberto Callaspo on Sunday afternoon. His three hits Saturday night give him a .286 June batting average, and brought his season slash line up to .310/.379/.533.
Jul 12 2015Turner capped a great first half Sunday by going 3-for-4 with a double and RBI to raise his slash to an impressive .308/.377/.538.In other news, we just looked up "late bloomer" in the dictionary and there was a picture of Turner. Hector Olivera is going to be ready for the big leagues in short order, but it's safe to say Turner isn't going to be losing his starting job any time soon.
Jul 9 2015Turner is out of the lineup Thursday against the Phillies.Turner has emerged this season as a consistent hitter in the middle of the Dodgers' batting order, hitting .321/.381/.548 on the season. However, the club will turn to Alberto Callaspo at the position Thursday, batting eighth.
Jul 4 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets.Turner will get the day off as the Dodgers face Matt Harvey. In his place, veteran Alberto Callaspo moves into the lineup and will bat seventh while manning third base.
Jun 28 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Marlins.It doesn't look to be much more than a normal rest for Turner, who will give way to Alberto Callaspo in the series finale. The Dodgers are ripe with infield options on both the major-league roster and at Triple-A, but Turner's continued excellence has allowed him to hold off all challengers. He's homered five times and driven in 10 runs over his last eight starts, boosting his season line to a stellar .320/.392/.584.
Jun 23 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs, David Vassegh of Dodger Talk reports.Turner finally cooled off with Monday's 0-for-4 showing, after he homered in each of the previous three games. Alberto Callaspo will start at the hot corner Tuesday night, but Turner figures to rejoin the lineup Wednesday.
Jun 22 2015Turner stayed hot Sunday, finishing 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, two runs scored and a walk against the Giants.The red beard is absolutely on fire over his last eight starts, batting .464 with four home runs, nine RBI and eight runs scored. Turner is now batting a robust .333 on the season through 159 at-bats and is making a case to warrant universal ownership at this point.
Jun 20 2015Turner had a big game Friday against the Dodgers, going 3-for-3 with a home run, a pair of doubles, two RBI and two runs scored.The 31-year-old continues to thrive as the Dodgers' everyday third baseman and is now batting .354 with two home runs, 12 RBI and 12 runs scored in the month since Juan Uribe was traded away. Turner should be on the radar for those in need of batting average and useful counting stats from the hot corner.
Jun 18 2015Turner is out of the lineup Thursday against the Rangers, Eric Stephen of True Blue LA reports.Turner collected his sixth home run of the season Tuesday, but will receive his a day off Thursday following three straight starts. Juan Uribe will man the hot corner in his place, batting seventh for the Dodgers.
Jun 17 2015Turner hit his sixth home run in Tuesday's loss to the Rangers. The two-run shot was his only hit in four at-bats.Turner has had three days off in the past week but looks like he's back in rhythm over the past two games, as he's 3-for-8 with a pair of extra-base hits over the pair. His .514 slugging percentage would be a career high, and he's just one home run away from matching last year's career high set last year.
Jun 14 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Padres, MLB.com reports.Turner was given a few days off earlier this week after dealing with a knee contusion, and will effectively sit for the third time in five games Sunday afternoon. Alberto Callaspo will be called upon to man the hot corner in his stead.
Jun 13 2015Turner went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored Friday in a 4-3 win over the Padres.After taking a few days off due to a knee issue, Turner was right back at it, recording yet another multi-hit game -- his 10th of the year. With his multi-position eligibility and prime spot in the Dodgers' lineup, he's become a surprisingly strong fantasy option. Turner's low strikeout rate makes him a legitimate threat to maintain his .300-plus average, as he's only whiffed 21 times in 133 at-bats this season.
Jun 12 2015Turner (knee) is back in the lineup Friday against the Padres.As of Wednesday, Turner still had not resumed baseball activities, but clearly he has responded well to treatment and shown the training staff enough to warrant a return to the lineup. He will man third base and bat fifth in his first career meeting with right-hander Odrisamer Despaigne.
Jun 10 2015Turner (knee) continues to undergo treatment, but has yet to resume baseball activities, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Turner has now been out of the lineup for back-to-back days since fouling a pitch off his knee Monday. Although the infielder says he's feeling better, he'll likely have to test the stiff knee out on the field and be able to maneuver comfortably before returning to the lineup. Alberto Callaspo should continue to see steady work at third base until Turner is physically ready to play a full game.
Jun 10 2015Turner is not in the lineup Wednesday against Arizona, David Vassegh of Dodger Talk reports.Turner remains out of the lineup for the second straight day after fouling a ball off his knee Monday. He should continue to be considered day-to-day and figures to be back in the mix in the coming days, as an X-Ray on Tuesday revealed no structural damage.
Jun 9 2015Turner (knee) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Diamondbacks.Turner left Monday's game after fouling a ball off his knee, and while X'Rays revealed no structural damage, he's likely dealing with considerable soreness. As a result, Turner will be held out of Tuesday's lineup, as the Dodgers go with a starting outfield of Yasiel Puig (right), Chris Heisey (center) and Alex Guerrero (left).
Jun 8 2015Turner's X-rays came back negative, and he's day-to-day with a left knee contusion.Good news for Turner, who avoided injury after fouling a pitch off his leg against Arizona on Monday. He could be back in the lineup Tuesday or Wednesday; with all the depth the Dodgers have, they can afford to give Turner a day to get well.
Jun 8 2015Turner left Monday's game after fouling a ball off his knee, Steve Dilbeck of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner deflected a Rubby De La Rosa heater right into himself in the third inning and went down in a heap. He went 1-for-2 and scored a run before departing, continuing what's been a surprisingly strong season. We'll likely get some news later Monday night or Tuesday on Turner's status. In the meantime, Alberto Callaspo replaced him at third base, and Alex Guerrero could be in line to see more time at third if Turner ends up having to miss significant action.
Jun 8 2015Turner supplied all of the Dodgers' offense Sunday against the Cardinals, finishing 2-for-4 with a double and a pair of RBI in the loss.The veteran has seen steady playing time at third base since the departure of Juan Uribe and has now started 10 of the team's last 12 games at the hot corner. Turner is hitting .307 with five home runs and 23 RBI in limited at-bats this season and is a viable infield option in deeper leagues now that he is seeing regular playing time.
Jun 5 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Cardinals.Turner tallied four hits over his last two games, but he will get the night off in favor of Alberto Callaspo so the Dodgers can get another left-hander in the lineup against Cardinals starter Carlos Martinez.
Jun 2 2015Turner is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rockies, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.Alberto Callaspo will man the hot corner in the nightcap as Turner sits following a 1-for-4 showing in Game 1. With Alex Guerrero likely shouldering more of the load in left field with Scott Van Slyke (back) on the DL, Turner appears in line to continue seeing the majority of the start at third base for the Dodgers.
May 31 2015Turner was ejected after the end of Sunday's game for arguing with umpire Marty Foster, the Orange County Register reports.Turner was originally given the day off, but he ended up coming into the game in the bottom of the eighth. The game ended with Turner striking out at the plate, and he criticized the strike zone after the game. With the suspension, Turner will have to pay a fine, but he shouldn't be in danger of missing any games as a result of the incident.
May 31 2015Turner is out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves.Turner will be replaced by the recently-acquired Alberto Callaspo at third base, who will be making his first start with his new team. The 30-year-old Turner is adjusting to his new role as an everyday player well, as he's currently in the midst of a seven-game hitting streak and owns a 1.005 OPS in May.
May 31 2015Turner went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk and a run scored in a 5-1 win over the Cardinals on Saturday.Turner was moved up to the two-hole to replace the struggling Jimmy Rollins on Saturday, and he responded by extending his hitting streak to seven games. Now that Turner is an everyday player, he's worth a look in a wide variety of fantasy formats, as he's been surprisingly productive and seems destined to enjoy a favorable spot in the Dodgers' lineup for the foreseeable future.
May 30 2015Turner went 2-for-4 with a pair of singles in a 3-0 loss to the Cardinals on Friday.Turner was recently promoted to the everyday third-base job, and it's easy to see why, as he's been raking night after night. With the departure of Juan Uribe, Turner's only competition for playing time is rookie slugger Alex Guererro, whom manager Don Mattingly seems averse to starting at third base. Turner could be a sneaky fantasy pickup, as his hot hitting and multi-position eligibility have made him into a legitimate asset.
May 24 2015Turner is not in the lineup Sunday against the Padres.Turner has made three straight starts at the hot corner, but manager Don Mattingly will instead elect to roll with Alex Guerrero on Sunday afternoon. Turner has certainly made it difficult for Mattingly to rest him, as the 30-year-old infielder owns a 1.038 OPS over 47 at-bats in May.
May 17 2015Turner started at third base for the fifth straight game Sunday and went 1-for-2 with two walks against the Rockies.The 30-year-old has all but taken over for Juan Uribe at the hot corner and could put up some decent counting stats as an everyday player in such a potent lineup, as he already has five home runs and 16 RBI in just 68 at-bats this season.
May 13 2015Turner will start at third base and bat second Wednesday against the Marlins, David Vassegh of 570 AM Los Angeles reports.Jimmy Rollins will get a day off, affording Turner an opportunity in the two-hole against right-hander Jarred Cosart. Turner is just 1-for-his-last-9, but he's batting .309/.377/.655 in 61 plate appearances this season with a 16-for-48 mark (five home runs) against right-handed pitching.
May 10 2015Turner launched a pinch-hit, two-run home run versus the Rockies on Sunday.The 30-year-old continues to rake in his part-time role, and now owns a 1.078 OPS on the season. Turner's chances of seeing consistent at-bats this season likely hinge on trade or injury, given the depth in the Dodgers infield.
May 6 2015Turner is starting at third base an hitting fifth Wednesday against the Brewers.Turner is in a groove at the plate right now with three home runs in his last 12 at-bats, so it might be worth riding the hot hand in daily leagues. Once he cools down Juan Uribe should start getting back a bigger share of the workload at third base.
Apr 23 2015Turner is in Thursday's starting lineup against the Giants playing shortstop.Batting .333/.333/.476, Turner subs for the slumping Jimmy Rollins.
Apr 22 2015Turner will start at first base and bat second Wednesday against the Giants, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.Adrian Gonzalez will join fellow lefty bats Joc Pederson and Carl Crawford on the bench against Madison Bumgarner, opening the door for Turner to step in for his first start of the year at first base. Turner is 6-for-18 with two doubles and two home runs in his career against Bumgarner.
Apr 20 2015Turner got a rare start at third base Sunday against the Rockies and went 4-for-5 with an RBI and three doubles.Turner had an excellent 2014 campaign in a reserve role. He missed out on a chance to start a couple of games at the beginning of the week due to a finger injury, but it's pretty apparent that he's healthy now.
Apr 14 2015Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said Tuesday that the team is "pretty confident" Turner (finger) is back to 100 percent, Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register reports.Turner flied out in a pinch hit appearance Monday, two days after being spiked on a play at third base. X-rays were negative, and it doesn't sound like Turner is in danger of missing additional time.
Apr 14 2015Turner (finger) pinch hit for Darwin Barney in Sunday's game but flied out to center in his one plate appearance.Turner missed one game after his hand was stepped on, but seems to be available off the bench once again. In seven at bats this season, he has just one hit.
Apr 13 2015Turner (finger) was able to field grounders Monday, Mark Saxon of ESPN Los Angeles reports.The Dodgers continue to regard Turner as day-to-day, but it doesn't sound likely that he'll be available off the bench for Monday's series opener against the Mariners. With Juan Uribe (hamstring) also out of the lineup, the Dodgers will turn to Alex Guerrero at third base.
Apr 12 2015Turner (finger) is still dealing with stiffness in his left index finger and is unlikely to be used off the bench Sunday. Juan Uribe (hamstring) is also not expected to be used, which gave Alex Guerrero the start at third base Sunday.Turner left Saturday's game after being spiked in the hand. He replaced Juan Uribe after Uribe experienced tightness in his hamstring. Guerrero is making the first start of his career thanks to Turner and Uribe's absences. Turner could be available to return by Monday.
Apr 11 2015Turner was diagnosed with left index finger stiffness and X-rays were negative.He left Saturday's game after getting spiked on his left hand. Turner was replaced by Juan Uribe who then left almost immediately with a tight hamstring. With Turner and Uribe both ailing, Alex Guerrero (the Dodgers' third deployment at the hot corner Saturday) could be in line for a start or two, which is great for fantasy because he has the most fantasy upside of the trio, he just happens to be a shoddy defender. Turner is listed as day-to-day.
Apr 11 2015Turner left Saturday's game in the third inning after getting spiked in the hand, SB Nation's Eric Stephen reports.Turner was making his first start of the year and didn't make it halfway into Saturday's game before leaving with an injury. Juan Uribe, who was supposed to have the night off, went in as the replacement. Consider Turner day-to-day for now.
Mar 19 2015Turner is having a strong spring, batting .375/.400/.542 in 24 at-bats. He's still in line to be a super utility player again in 2015.Turner won't hit .340 again this year, but he should be able to find his way to another 250 or so at-bats, making him a worthy reserve pick in NL-only formats.
Jan 16 2015Turner agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Dodgers on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.The Dodgers got well more than their $1 million worth from Turner last season. Not only did he help out at all four infield positions, Turner also had a career year at the plate, slashing .340/.404/.493 with seven homers and 43 RBI in 109 games (322 plate appearances). Sure, his BABIP was abnormally high (.404), and he doesn't have a clear role heading into spring training, but those in deeper NL-only leagues shouldn't write the 30-year-old off completely.
Sep 24 2014Turner hit his sixth and seventh home runs of the year in a fine performance Tuesday against the Giants, while going 2-for-4 at the plate with two RBI and two runs scored.The super-utility infielder has been a spark plug all year for the Dodgers, albeit in a part-time role. He now has a fantastic .333/.397/.482 slash line in 282 at-bats this year.
Sep 16 2014Turner went 3-for-4 with two RBI against the Rockies on Tuesday night.It was a pretty solid hitting night for Turner as he doubled twice, pushing his batting average up to .335 on the year. Turner may not see a ton of at-bats over the last couple of weeks of the season, but when he's active he's been outstanding. Since August 1, Turner has raised his batting average from .301 to his current .335.
Aug 31 2014Turner's playing time could dwindle following Juan Uribe's activation from the DL on Sunday.Turner has been better replacement option than the Dodgers could have hoped, as the 29-year-old is carrying a .325/.394/.449 batting line over 243 at-bats this season. His better-than-expected offense could allow him to work his way into a timeshare with Uribe, but because he won't be guaranteed a steady diet of starts, Turner's counting stats could suffer.
Aug 27 2014Turner went 2-for-4 with a run scored and two RBI in Tuesday's win over the Diamondbacks.Signing Turner to a minor league deal in the offseason looks to be one of the savvier recent moves by a Dodgers front office that often just throws gobs of money at its problems. With both Juan Uribe and Hanley Ramirez dealing with injuries at various points this season, Turner has excelled as a plug-and-play utility infielder, slashing .316/.387/.442 with four homers and five stolen bases over 231 at-bats.
Aug 23 2014Turner went 2-for-3 with one run scored and one stolen base against the Mets on Friday night, although he did also manage to get picked off base and caught stealing in the game.The Dodgers utility infielder continues to be an outstanding asset this season, providing depth at second base, third base and shortstop. What's nice to see though is Turner's slash line of .318/.391/.448 and that he's really making the most of his at-bats.
Aug 22 2014Turner went 2-for-3 with a go-ahead home run Thursday in the Dodgers' 2-1 win over San Diego.Turner is batting a surprising .314/.386/.441 on the year. With both Hanley Ramirez (oblique) and Juan Uribe (hamstring) due back shortly, Turner will return to a super-utility role.
Aug 8 2014Turner was 1-for-2 after entering the game as a pinch hitter, but when forced to take over at shortstop for the injured Hanley Ramirez, he committed a pair of errors and failed to come up with a ball ruled a hit in a meltdown, four-run, seventh inning.He has been a tremendous asset to the Dodgers with his versatility, and has hit enough to be of some help in very deep or NL-only leagues. He plays all over the infield, but he is best suited to playing second and third.
Aug 4 2014Turner was 2-for-3 with a double, HBP, and stolen base Sunday against the Cubs and is now batting .310/.374/.435.Turner has been quite the find for the Dodgers, filling in at all four infield positions and delivering at the plate when he's been in there. He has some NL-only value in this role.
Jul 21 2014Turner had a nice day at the plate Monday, going 2-for-5 with two runs and two RBI.Monday was Turner's first start since being activated from the disabled list after the All-Star break. The infielder is enjoying a tremendous season off the bench in Los Angeles, hitting .301 with 23 RBI.
Jul 18 2014Turner (hamstring) was activated from the 15-day DL on Friday.As expected, Turner will return to the Dodgers' bench Friday after missing close to three weeks with a hamstring injury. He's posted strong numbers to this point (.302/.358/.434), but his playing time will remain limited, barring injury to another infielder. Carlos Triunfel was optioned in the corresponding move.
Jul 12 2014Turner (hamstring) will DH for High-A Rancho Cucamonga Sunday, with a Friday return to the Dodgers looking likely, Eric Stephen of True Blue L.A. reports.Turner will return to his normal utility role once he's deemed ready.
Jul 4 2014Turner (hamstring) remains at the team's spring training complex as he's unable to resume playing in games at this time, the Dodgers' official site reports.Unless he's cleared for a rehab assignment in the coming days, Turner will likely return after the All-Star break.
Jul 2 2014Turner (hamstring) is headed to the Dodgers' spring training complex in Arizona on Tuesday to begin his rehab, AM Radio 570's David Vassegh reports.It's not clear how much time Turner will miss after being placed on the DL on June 29 with the hamstring strain, but as a bench player for the Dodgers, he carries little fantasy value.
Jun 29 2014Turner (hamstring) was placed on the 15-day DL on Sunday.Diagnosed with a hamstring strain after leaving Saturday's game in the second inning, Turner will be replaced on the active roster by Carlos Triunfel. While certainly not ideal, the timing could be worse for the Dodgers, as they just got Juan Uribe back earlier in the week.
Jun 28 2014Turner left Saturday's game against the Cardinals with a left hamstring strain after rounding first base on a run-scoring double in the second inning.He's been battling a calf injury lately so it's frustrating to see him injure a different part of his leg making the turn to second. He was replaced by Miguel Rojas in the lineup and Juan Uribe at third base.
Jun 23 2014Turner is out of the lineup Monday against the Royals.Turner has started three straight games since his return to the lineup Friday, but will sit in favor of Miguel Rojas for Monday's tilt. Rojas will continue to relieve Turner on occasion, at least until Juan Uribe (hamstring) makes his return.
Jun 20 2014Turner (calf) is back in the lineup Friday against the Padres.Calf tightness kept Turner out of the lineup for a full week, but he's made a couple of pinch-hit appearances in recent days and will slot back in Friday to take on right-hander Ian Kennedy. Turner has been on a tear over the past month or so (.417/.475/.528 in June), but his opportunities will likely be scaled back in the near future with Juan Uribe (hamstring) seemingly close to a return.
Jun 18 2014Turner (calf) looks likely to be available for the San Diego series which begins on Friday, the Dodgers' official website reports.Fantasy owners everywhere are breathing a sigh of relief that a DL stint does not appear necessary.
Jun 17 2014Turner (calf) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Rockies.The calf issue will keep Turner out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive game, and a DL stint is looking increasingly likely. Little information has been provided as to Turner's progress, but the team may hold off on making a decision on a roster move until after Thursday's off-day.
Jun 16 2014Turner (calf) is out of the lineup for the fourth straight game Monday against the Rockies.Turner was expected to make a return early this week, but it won't be Monday, as Miguel Rojas will man the hot corner. If he's not able to return to action soon, the Dodgers will at least have to consider a DL stint.
Jun 15 2014Turner (calf) is out of the starting lineup for the third straight game Sunday against the Diamondbacks.Turner will sit once again due to calf tightness, but seeing as he was able to pinch hit Friday, he's likely not too far away from a return. Jamie Romak will serve as the Dodgers' third different third baseman in three games since Turner went down to injury. With Juan Uribe (hamstring) still without a timetable for return, Turner will likely continue to man the hot corner for the foreseeable future, once he's healthy.
Jun 14 2014Turner (calf) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner is out of the lineup for a second straight day, despite having a successful pinch-hit appearance in Friday night's game. Miguel Rojas will start at third base and bat eighth, while Turner can still be considered day-to-day.
Jun 13 2014Turner is out of the Dodgers' lineup Friday with calf tightness, Ken Gurnick of MLB.com reports.Chone Figgins will assume third-base duties Friday, but it sounds like the Dodgers are holding Turner out largely as a precaution. The 29-year-old Turner has collected 10 hits in his last five starts, and he should continue to see regular time while Juan Uribe (hamstring) is on the DL.
Jun 11 2014Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds, Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times reports.Turner has assumed regular starting duty at third base since Juan Uribe landed on the disabled list, and while he hasn't offered much in the way of counting stats, he continues to hit at a decent clip. He's recorded exactly two singles in each of his last four starts, giving the team steady production while they wait for some of their more intriguing infield options to get healthy.
Jun 8 2014Turner is not in the lineup against the Rockies on Sunday.Turner will sit alongside Dee Gordon, Yasiel Puig and Andre Ethier for the Dodgers. He has started six of the last seven days, so it is likely just a scheduled day off for him. Miguel Rojas will make his first major league start at third base in his place and bat seventh.
Jun 3 2014Turner went 1-for-4 with a two-run single in Monday's 5-2 win over the White Sox.Turner has been on a flat out roll for the Dodgers during the past couple of weeks. Filling in at the hot corner for Juan Uribe (hamstring), the versatile infielder has posted an outstanding .364/.417/.727 slash line with three homers and nine RBI over 36 plate appearances since May 22.
May 26 2014Turner went 2-for-4 with a solo homer and two runs scored in Sunday's win over the Phillies.Turner now has two homers since taking over regular third base duties for the injured Juan Uribe earlier this week. Even though at-bats should continue to come his way, Turner's overall body of work would suggest that his recent power surge over the last three games is an anomaly, since the infielder had just eight home runs in the preceding 348 games of his career. The light-hitting Turner is a must-own in NL-only formats, but doesn't offer much to get excited about in mixed leagues.
May 22 2014Turner hit a two-run homer and drew a walk in Thursday's loss to the Mets.It was the first home run of the season for Turner, who should see major playing time at third base with Juan Uribe on the disabled list.
May 22 2014Turner will start at third base Thursday against the Mets.Turner looks like the top man on the depth chart at third base for the Dodgers at the moment, after Juan Uribe was forced to the disabled list Wednesday with a hamstring injury. The Dodgers would have almost certainly preferred to promote the hot-hitting Alex Guerrero to the big leagues as their everyday shortstop while Hanley Ramirez moved over to third base, but the ear injury he suffered in a tussle with Miguel Olivo at Triple-A Albuquerque leaves Turner as top internal option. Turner is batting just .218 over 78 at-bats this season and is ideally suited for a utility role.
Apr 23 2014Turner will start at second base and bat seventh Wednesday against the Phillies, the Dodgers' official Twitter feed reports.Dee Gordon is out after hitting his head and exiting Tuesday's game early, but Gordon is expected to avoid a DL stint, meaning Turner's stint as a starter at second base should be brief.
Apr 21 2014Turner is batting just .185 in 30 at-bats as he sees sporadic playing time due to Dee Gordon's hot start.Turner is hitting a respectable .294 versus southpaws but is 0-for-10 against right-handed pitchers. Don't expect him to see too many starts this year.
Mar 20 2014Turner will start at second base and bat second in the Dodgers' regular-season opener Saturday in Sydney, Australia, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.With left-handed Wade Miley starting for the Diamondbacks, Turner will get the nod over teammate Dee Gordon. This could be a sign of things to come, as a platoon would make sense now that Alex Guerrero is expected to open the season in the minors. Turner actually has a better track record against right-handers than left-handers, but Dee Gordon owns a .499 lifetime OPS over 190 at-bats against southpaws.
Mar 16 2014Turner's contract was selected by the Dodgers on Sunday, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.A non-roster invitee to spring training, Turner locked up a utility infield role by going 10-for-30 with five walks and four strikeouts in his first 15 exhibition games. The team's second base situation is still rather murky, with Dee Gordon appearing to have a slight edge over Alex Guerrero at the moment, but Turner will likely factor in at the keystone while serving as the primary backup option at third behind Juan Uribe.
Mar 14 2014Turner looks to be "a lock" to make the Dodgers' 25-man roster, Mark Saxon of ESPN Los Angeles reports.Turner was non-tendered by the Mets in the offseason before signing a minor league contract with the Dodgers that included an invite to spring training. It now appears the utility infielder will make the roster and, according to the report, could earn some split playing time at second base with Dee Gordon.
Feb 5 2014Turner agreed to a minor league contract with the Dodgers on Wednesday, which includes an invite to spring training, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports.Though Turner hit .265/.326/.370 in his four years with the Mets, the team did not tender him a contract at the end of last season, and the 29-year-old will now head to Los Angeles in hopes of earning a utility infield role. It's a logical fit for both sides, as Turner gets a chance to play for a contender, and the Dodgers get some cheap insurance behind Alex Guerrero, who's the favorite to open the year at second base.
Dec 2 2013Turner was non-tendered by the Mets on Monday and will become a free agent, Newsday reports.Turner appeared in 86 games for the Mets last season, slashing .280/.319/.385 with 16 RBI and 13 doubles. He'll likely find a spot within another organization, as he's played more than 300 MLB games over five seasons.
Sep 25 2013Turner (hamstring) is in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds, according to ESPN New York.Turner has been sidelined since straining his hamstring Sept. 10, but he will return to action Wednesday afternoon. Turner will play third base and bat second against Reds starter Mat Latos.
Sep 21 2013Turner (hamstring) is not yet ready to return to game action, MLB.com reports. "He's getting better," Collins said. "As I told [reporters Thursday], I went to the trainers and asked if he could hit, and they didn't think he should."While the Mets haven't ruled Turner out for the season, it might be trending in that direction with his hamstring still causing problems for him. With David Wright back from the DL to man third base, Turner probably wouldn't see many at-bats the rest of the way even if healthy.
Sep 14 2013Turner (hamstring) will not return to the lineup until at least Tuesday, ESPN New York reports.While Turner is dealing with a Grade 1 strain, but the Mets have little incentive to rush any of their injured players back into the lineup at this stage of the season.
Sep 11 2013Turner has a "little strain" of his right hamstring, according to manager Terry Collins, and will be out a couple days, Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com reports.While it sounds like Wednesday's MRI didn't reveal anything too alarming, Turner will be unavailable for the team's final two games against Washington. Perhaps Turner will be able to return at some point this weekend, but Josh Satin figures to handle third-base duties in the meantime.
Sep 11 2013Turner will undergo an MRI on Wednesday for the tightness in his right hamstring, which forced him out of Tuesday's game against the Nationals after six innings, ESPN New York reports.Turner hopes that the injury is just cramping or a charley horse but more will be known after the MRI.
Sep 10 2013Turner left Tuesday's game against the Nationals with an apparent hamstring injury, Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal reports.Turner appeared to pull up while rounding third base in the bottom of the sixth inning. Prior to exiting, Turner went 2-for-3 with a double, a run scored and an RBI. He was replaced at third base by Josh Satin in the top of the seventh.
Sep 9 2013Turner is starting at shortstop Monday against the Nationals, according to Adam Rubin of ESPN New York.Turner has been in the lineup regularly the past few weeks, seeing time at all four positions. He likely will cease seeing much time at shortstop when Ruben Tejada is promoted Tuesday.
Aug 21 2013Turner gets the start at shortstop Wednesday against Alex Wood and the Braves, ESPN New York reports.With Omar Quintanilla's slump continuing into August and a lefty on the hill, Turner gets the start at shortstop Wednesday.
Aug 1 2013Turner is in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Marlins with Daniel Murphy getting a day off, ESPN New York reports.Murphy had started every day since July 2, so he gets a brief rest in a day game following a night one, opening the door for Turner to start at second base.
Jul 28 2013Turner (shoulder) entered Sunday's win in Washington as a defensive replacement but tallied a groundout in his sole plate appearance.Turner took over second base from Daniel Murphy beginning in the bottom of the seventh, thereby logging two innings in the field. The appearance was his first since he was removed from Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader due to a sore right shoulder, which did not seem to concern him Sunday. However, with just nine at-bats in eight games since his activation from the DL on July 22, he is not a valued asset at the moment.
Jul 28 2013Turner (shoulder) is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Nationals, Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com reports.A sore right shoulder forced Turner from Friday's game, and he was apparently still ailing Sunday morning. The injury is not believed to be especially serious, but it's uncertain whether Turner will be available for Monday's opener in Miami.
Jul 26 2013Turner left the second game of Friday's doubleheader with a sore right shoulder, the Wall Street Journal reports.The injury undoubtedly stemmed from his collision with outfielder Andrew Brown while the two were chasing a flyball in the first inning, with Turner making the catch before hitting the ground. He remained in the game until the eighth inning before he was replaced by Omar Quintanilla.
Jul 22 2013Turner (ribs) will be activated from the disabled list prior to Monday's game against the Braves, MLB.com reports.Turner was placed on the DL on June 18 due to a left intercostal strain, with the expectation that he would be available immediately following the break. However, he joined short-season Brooklyn for this past weekend's three-game series, batting .300/.417/.400 with two runs scored in 10 at-bats. Upon his return, he'll continue to act as a reserve throughout the Mets' infield.
Jul 19 2013Turner (ribs) will join short-season Brooklyn on Friday for additional rehabilitation.The expectation was that Turner would come off the DL for Friday's second-half opener against the Phillies, but the Mets have decided to send the 28-year-old to Brooklyn for more work. There's been no word of a setback with Turner's rib injury, so a return at some point this weekend still seems like a possibility.
Jul 16 2013Turner (intercostal strain) went 2-for-3 with an RBI and two runs scored in his first rehab game in Double-A Binghamton on Monday.Turner is expected to be activated Friday, and as long as he has no setbacks, that seems likely to occur. He will fill the role of utility infielder when he returns.
Jul 15 2013Turner (ribs) is expected to come off the DL on Friday, ESPNNewYork.com reports.Turner has moved his rehab from High-A St. Lucie to Double-A Binghamton, and as long as he doesn't experience any setbacks with his intercostal strain during the week, he should be activated for Friday's second-half opener against the Phillies.
Jul 13 2013Turner (intercostal strain on left side) began a rehab assignment with the Gulf Coast Mets on Saturday, ESPN New York reports.Turner, out since June 17, will play for High-A St. Lucie on Sunday and could be back with the Mets when they face the Phillies next weekend. With Jordany Valdespin getting sent down Saturday night, the Mets are one bench hitter and back up infielder short; a role that Turner will play when he is activated.
Jul 10 2013Turner (ribs) has begun hitting soft toss and off a tee, ESPN New York reports.Turner had previously been limited to playing catch and fielding ground balls, so it looks like he's now starting to take part in the full extent of baseball activities. He's not expected to return until after the All-Star break.
Jun 30 2013Turner (left intercostal strain) is limited to playing catch in his recovery, ESPN New York reports.Since he has not yet been cleared to swing a bat, Turner likely remains a few weeks away from returning to action. He'll probably require a rehab stint before the Mets feel comfortable bringing him back.
Jun 18 2013Turner was placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday due to an intercostal strain, New York Newsday reports.Turner sat out Monday with the ailment, which is requiring a stint on the disabled list. Because there has been no corresponding move for additional infield depth in his absence, it appears as if the regular starting infielders will truly be playing everyday, at least in the short term.
Jun 17 2013Turner is dealing with an intercostal injury and could be placed on the disabled list, ESPN.com's Adam Rubin reports.The nature of the injury is unknown, but Turner pinch hit in Sunday's game after starting Saturday, so it's likely he suffered the setback one of the last two days. If Turner does land on the DL, it remains to been if an infielder will be called up to replace him, or if the Mets will simply activated Scott Atchsion (elbow) to take his spot.
Jun 6 2013Turner is making his first career start in the outfield, playing left field in place of the injured Lucas Duda, and leading off Thursday against the Nationals, ESPN New York reports.Turner last played the outfield in A-ball in 2006 but gets the nod in left field Thursday rather than Jordany Valdespin with the Mets facing a lefty in Gio Gonzalez.
May 19 2013Turner is starting at first and batting second Sunday, ESPN reports.Turner could be in line for more minutes if the Mets decide to move the struggling Ike Davis to the minors.
May 1 2013Turner is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Marlins, according to ESPN.com's Adam Rubin.Manager Terry Collins suggested the day before that Turner could start Wednesday against left-hander Wade LeBlanc, but alas Ike Davis will remain in the lineup at first base.
May 1 2013Turner, who was considered for a possible start at first base against a lefty Wednesday, almost started in the outfield, ESPN New York reports.Manager Terry Collins wanted to get an extra righty bat against Wade Leblanc and considered playing Turner, who last played the outfield in A-ball in 2006, there. Collins decided against it, but it may be something he explores in the future, which could give Turner further position elibility, as he has already played one game at each infield spot.
Apr 30 2013Turner is expected to start at first base in Wednesday's game against the Marlins, ESPN.com's Adam Rubin reports.Regular first baseman Ike Davis is just 3-for-25 against left-handers this season, so Turner, who is 8-for-19 against lefties this season, will likely draw the start against Marlins southpaw Wade LeBlanc. Be sure to check the Mets' Wednesday lineup for confirmation if you are planning on using Turner.
Apr 29 2013Turner is starting at third Monday, replacing David Wright.Wright is just being given his first day off, so Turner gets the nod, but there is some speculation that Wright may have some kind of injury, as he did foul a ball off his foot Saturday. Turner has now played at all four infield positions, giving him slightly enhanced value in deep, NL-only leagues
Apr 20 2013Turner is starting at shortstop and batting leadoff against the Nationals on Saturday, mlb.com's Anthony DiComo reports.Turner is filling in for Ruben Tejada, who is sitting after suffering an apparently minor foot/ankle injury Friday night. Fantasy owners likely appreciate Turner's position at the top of the lineup, but he draws a difficult matchup against Washington's Gio Gonzalez.
Apr 12 2013Turner is the leading candidate to DH for the Mets on Saturday, ESPN New York reports.The Mets will rotate the DH spot during their three games in Minnesota. Lucas Duda gets the first crack at the spot Friday. Turner likely won't start Friday or Sunday with the Mets facing two righties.
Apr 9 2013Turner will start at first base for Ike Davis on Tuesday against Cliff Lee, ESPN New York reports.Davis is just 4-for-27 on the year overall and 1-for-11 lifetime against Lee, so he gets the night off with the righty-hitting Turner starting in his stead.
Apr 4 2013Turner is in the starting lineup Thursday against the Padres.With the Mets facing back-to-back lefties, Daniel Murphy gets the day off against Eric Stults, so Turner can start. Turner, who missed time with a calf injury, was cleared to play Sunday.
Mar 31 2013Manager Terry Collins said Turner (calf) is expected to be active for Opening Day, ESPN New York reports.The Mets have Zach Lutz on standby in the event Turner suffers a setback before Monday's game against the Padres, but it looks like he'll be available as a backup in the infield. While it once looked like Turner was in line for an Opening Day start with both Daniel Murphy and David Wright ailing, both players have made good progress over the last week and should be available in their own rights for the start of the regular season.
Mar 30 2013Turner (calf) will work out Sunday before a determination on his status for the Opening Day roster is made, ESPN New York reports.The Mets will decide between Turner and third baseman Zach Lutz for the final roster spot, with Turner the preferred choice if he demonstrates he's healthy. The expectation remains that Turner will require a stint on the DL, making Lutz the odds-on favorite for the final spot.
Mar 29 2013Turner (calf) is expected to open the season on the disabled list, ESPN New York reports.Turner first came down with the calf strain in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game. He was slated to serve as the top backup option in the infield, but will likely cede that responsibility to Jordany Valdespin while he's sidelined.
Mar 27 2013Turner left Wednesday's Grapefruit League game with a strained left calf.Injuries continue to be a nuisance for the Mets, who have been without Daniel Murphy and David Wright of late due to intercostal strains, not to mention a rotation that has taken some hits as well. While Turner isn't a player that's the caliber of Wright or even Murphy, he serves as a backup to both players, making him an important insurance policy. Consider him day-to-day for now.
Mar 21 2013Turner (ankle) was able to return to game action Thursday, playing in a minor-league as well as Grapefruit League game, ESPN New York reports.Turner is slated to play in another minor-league game Friday and could return to full spring training action Saturday.
Mar 20 2013Turner (ankle) is hoping to return to game action Thursday, Newsday's Marc Carig reports.Turner was planning to take part in all baseball activities Wednesday, and resume playing Thursday barring any setbacks. Assuming he plays Thursday, the injury should no longer be a concern.
Mar 18 2013Turner (ankle) was able to walk around and put weight on his ankle Sunday, the New York Post reports.With both David Wright and Daniel Murphy banged up, there's an opportunity for Turner to get a lot of playing time early on this season provided his ankle heals.
Mar 17 2013X-rays on Turner's right ankle were negative, so the original prognosis of a just a sprained ankle has been confirmed, ESPN New York reports.Turner caught the front of his cleat on the lip of the grass while making a throw Saturday. He likely will miss a few days and with David Wright (intercostal strain) also sidelined, Brandon Hicks and Zach Lutz will man third base.
Mar 16 2013Turner suffered a sprained right ankle in Saturday's spring game, ESPN.com reports.The injury occurred in the fourth inning, while Turner was playing third base. He may undergo an X-ray to rule out a more serious injury, but consider him day-to-day for now.
Feb 21 2012Manager Terry Collins said on Tuesday that when Ike Davis is off, Turner will man first base, ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has not seen any major league action at first base, and has made only one appearance in the minors there -- with Billings in 2006. The Mets don't want to shift Lucas Duda or Daniel Murphy to first and view Ronny Cedeno as their backup middle infielder, meaning Turner will see most of his playing time at first, or possibly third when David Wright needs a day off.
Dec 20 2011The Mets have interest in Eric Young Jr., with Turner the possible trade bait, ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner would fill a similar role for the Rockies; that of a backup second and third baseman, though he could get a shot of a full-time role given the uncertainty at each position in Colorado.
Sep 18 2011Turner is starting at second for the Mets on Sunday, the team's official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is getting about 35% or 45% of the starts at second base now, with Ruben Tejada picking up the difference.
Sep 11 2011Turner (stomach virus) is back in the lineup Sunday, the Mets' official Twitter feed reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The minor ailment that derailed him Saturday appears to be a non-issue at this point.
Sep 10 2011Turner was scratched from Saturday's lineup with a stomach virus, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was replaced in the lineup by Ruben Tejada and is day-to-day.
Aug 30 2011After sitting Monday night, Turner is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Marlins, Andy McCullough of the Star Ledger reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the return of Jose Reyes and the surge of Ruben Tejada (.282/.367/.338 in 271 PAs), Turner may be forced to sit more often down the stretch.
Aug 19 2011Turner is sitting in favor of Willie Harris on Friday night, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's on the bench for the fourth time in seven games and it appears as though Turner has fallen into a platoon/timeshare type arrangement for the second-base role, unless there's a lingering injury in play here.
Aug 15 2011After a two-game absence from the starting lineup, Turner is batting second and playing second base for the Mets on Sunday, the team's official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There was nothing specifically wrong with Turner, just general soreness. Provided he ramins healthy, Turner is likely to serve as the team's primary second baseman for the remainder of the season.
Aug 14 2011Turner made a pinch-hit appearance for the Mets on Saturday, grounding out in his only at-bat. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's appearance Saturday was an encouraging sign for his owners after he failed to crack the Mets' starting lineup the past two nights. He only has six RBI since the All-Star break, so hopefully a little rest will help to get him back on track.
Aug 13 2011Manager Terry Collins said Turner is "beat-up" and playing through a lot of things now, so he'll be off Friday and possibly Saturday as well, according to David Lennon of Newsday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Willie Harris will start Friday, and if you get to set your lineups for the weekend it's probably best to have Turner out of it at this stage, as the Mets are 10.5 games out of a playoff spot and there's little incentive to push Turner to play every day.
Aug 7 2011Turner, who has played two major-league innings at shortstop, has taken Jose Reyes' place there, after Reyes left Sunday's game, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unlikely that Turner would become Reyes's replacement were the latter to require a DL stint.
Aug 6 2011Turner blasted a pair of home runs and drove in four runs in the Mets' 11-7 win over the Braves on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The home runs was Turner's first since June 1, while the RBI were his first since July 21. Since the return of David Wright, Turner has seen a cut in playing time as Daniel Murphy is seeing some time at second base when Lucas Duda plays first, forcing Turner to the bench. This big game could enable him to see a bit more action.
Jul 31 2011Turner is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game, reports the Mets' official site. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner snapped a 10-game hitting streak on Saturday, and has played a lot recently, starting 23 of the Mets last 25 games, so it's an opportune time to take a day off.
Jul 30 2011Turner went 0-for-4 against the Nationals on Saturday, halting a 10-game hit streak. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was shut down Saturday night thanks to Yuniesky Maya and the Nationals' bullpen. Turner was struggling before the All-Star break, hitting only .209 in the month of June. However, he has turned it around lately, batting .310 since July 15.
Jul 28 2011Turner (hamstring) is back in the lineup at second base Thursday, the Mets' official Twitter feed reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, the minor hamstring ailment that sidelined him Thursday isn't anything too serious. He should collect a large share of the at-bats at second base now that the Mets' "regular" lineup is back to full health.
Jul 27 2011Turner is not in the starting lineup Wednesday, the Mets' official Twitter feed reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's sporting a welt from getting hit in the hamstring by a pitch a couple of days ago, but it's not an injury that will keep him out of action for long. Willie Harris is playing second base Wednesday for the Mets.
Jul 26 2011Turner went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored in the Mets' loss to the Reds on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's post-break numbers have been somewhat reminiscent of his hot May. He has gone 16-for-48 (.333) with three extra-base hits and five multi-hit performances over his last 11 contests.
Jul 19 2011Turner is not in the starting lineup Monday against the Marlins, ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Daniel Murphy is moving from first to third with Lucas Duda getting the nod at first. This should be a routine day off for Turner, but manager Terry Collins will have a tough decision with him when David Wright returns to action on Friday.
Jul 9 2011Turner went 1-for-4 against the Giants on Saturday, giving him his only hit in his last 13 at-bats. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After batting .325 in May, Turner92s batting average has plummeted the past two months, and he's currently batting just .200 in July. Manager Terry Collins attributed Turner's recent struggles to a jammed thumb back in June, and he didn92t think it would get better unless Turner got some rest. Fortunately, that rest is coming up Monday, so we'll see if the struggles continue after the break.
Jun 30 2011Manager Terry Collins attributed Turner's recent struggles to a jammed thumb, and conceded that the situation will not likely improve until Turner is able to rest for several days, the NY Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Mets still shorthanded, Turner likely won't get those days until the All-Star break. If his thumb worsens, the Mets could move Daniel Murphy to third base and have Lucas Duda play first until David Wright returns.
Jun 27 2011Turner (thumb) is back in the lineup Sunday to face the Rangers, ESPN's Adam Rubin reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner has been dealing with this thumb injury for a bit now. For now he looks safe to play.
Jun 26 2011Turner will not start Saturday after his thumb began bothering him again, ESPN.com's Adam Rubin reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The thumb injury has not cost Turner many games yet, but apparently it still has not healed. Consider Turner day-to-day, but don't be surprised if he sits out a couple days in a row in an effort to relieve the stress on his thumb.
Jun 19 2011Turner drove in his 29th run of the season Saturday night. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner began the night leading the Mets in batting average with runners in scoring position (.400) and he had another hit (in two at-bats) with with a runner in scoring position Saturday. He's batting .280 on the season, but he has cemented himself as the Mets' starting second baseman. As long as he continues to hit between Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran, Turner should get plenty of RBI chances.
Jun 17 2011Turner (thumb) has returned to the lineup for Thursday's game, reports the Mets' official site. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner missed two games with the sore thumb, we shall see if it affects his swing at all. He was already in a slump before the injury, with a .184 batting average in his last 12 games.
Jun 15 2011Turner's absence from the lineup Tuesday is due to right thumb soreness, David Lennon of Newsday reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's right thumb has been nagging him since he was jammed by Paul Maholm during the first meeting between the teams in New York on June 2, which somewhat explains his recent struggles. Turner is slated to sit Tuesday and Wednesday but play Thursday against lefty Mike Minor. To date, manager Terry Collins hasn't suggested that a DL stint is on the horizon, so consider Turner day-to-day for now.
Jun 13 2011Turner's back in the lineup and playing third base for Sunday's game against the Brewers, the Mets official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: First, he was hot; then, not so much. In the end, he's Justin Turner: a guy who qualifies at middle infield, has a bit of power, and a not-terrible idea of the strike zone. There's value there.
Jun 3 2011Turner's magical recent run continued Thursday when he was named NL Rookie of the Month for May. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner hit .325 with eight doubles, two homers and 20 RBI for the month, which included consecutive-game RBI streaks of seven and six contests, respectively.
Jun 1 2011Turner went 1-for-4 with a home run Wednesday, his second of the season. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has been getting consistent playing time at second base as of late and has capitalized with an RBI in seven of his last eight games.
May 30 2011Turner went 2-for-4 and drove in a run - the sixth straight game he has done so - in the Mets' 7-3 win over the Pirates Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had a seven game RBI streak earlier in May and has more than adequately filled in for the injured David Wright, driving in 20 runs in May. Wright may return from his back injury in the near-term, but Turner has played well enough to see time at second base once that occurs.
May 19 2011Turner continued his hot hitting in Wednesday's win over Washington, doubling twice and plating two runs to raise his average to .333. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turnr's been on a tear since gaining regular playing time, recording multiple hits in four of his last five games, and will soon gain third base eligibility thanks to David Wright's back injury, making him an even more intriguing pickup.
May 16 2011Turner had his first career home run and drove in five runs in the Mets' 7-4 win over Houston Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is seeing extra time with Ike Davis out and Daniel Murphy moving over to play first base in Davis' stead. He made the most of that time Sunday and should see most of the action at second base while Davis is sidelined.
May 5 2011Chin-Lung Hu, and not Turner, is getting the start against lefty Jonathan Sanchez on Thursday, Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was expected that Turner would see the starts when Daniel Murphy sits, especially against lefties. It may be a case of manager Terry Collins trying to shake up a slumping team, but regardless of the reason, it doesn't bode well for Turner's future playing time.
Apr 27 2011Turner is in the Mets' starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nationals, the team's official twitter reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner gets the nod at second base and is hitting second with the team facing left-hander Tom Gorzelanny. With Livan Hernandez starting Thursday, Daniel Murphy should be back in unless he has some issues with his elbow, which was hit by a pitch Tuesday.
Apr 19 2011Turner will start at second base Tuesday against Houston, Mets.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freshly recalled from Triple-A, Turner will get his first chance to prove he deserves consideration for the second base spot. Daniel Murphy will also get plenty of opportunities, but with lefty Wandy Rodriguez on the hill for the Astros, the right-handed Turner will get the nod.
Mar 23 2011Turner was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This move leaves the Mets with Luis Hernandez, Daniel Murphy and Brad Emaus as their candidates to play second base following the release of Luis Castillo last week. Turner is unlikely to see more than occasional playing time with the big league club if he's recalled later this season.
Mar 17 2011Turner drove in three of the Mets' five runs Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner's available minor-league option coupled with his defensive liabilities make it unlikely that he will earn the second base job, despite his offensive skills. Manager Terry Collins should be close to cutting down the competition for the job and it will be interesting to see if Turner's production Thursday buys him a stay of execution/demotion.
Mar 15 2011Disenchanted with what he has seen from Turner, Brad Emaus, Daniel Murphy and Luis Castillo this spring, manager Terry Collins is preparing to name Luis Hernandez the starter at second base, a source with direct knowledge of Collins' plans told the NY Post. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This move will be contingent upon Collins convincing the front office to find roster space for Hernandez. Many in the organization are not convinced Turner and Emaus are major league players while the team does not view Murphy as an everyday second baseman, seeing him as a utility player who can fill in at second. Though Castillo is having a solid spring offensively, the source said Castillo's limited defensive range is problematic for the new regime, while Hernandez is considered the best athlete and defensive player among the group. Turner has minor league options available, which will make his situation the easiest for the Mets to resolve.
Mar 4 2011Turner, who has minor league options remaining, is scheduled to start at second base on Friday against the Marlins, ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Terry Collins said he wants to have the second-base competition narrowed once the Mets return from a team off-day March 14. Because Turner has minor league options left, he is at a decided disadvantage and will need to really impress Collins over the next 10 days.
Jul 20 2010The Mets optioned Turner to Triple-A Buffalo Tuesday, Andy Martino of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move corresponds with Oliver Perez's activation from the DL Wednesday. Turner went 1-for-8 during his five-game stay with the Mets.
Jul 16 2010The Mets recalled Turner Friday, Andy Martino of the New York Daily News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner will serve as an emergency infielder for the next few days as Jose Reyes copes with an oblique injury. Turner's role should be limited, and he probably isn't worth grabbing in the vast majority of fantasy leagues.
May 25 2010The Mets claimed Turner off waivers from the Orioles on Tuesday, Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner was added to the Mets' 40-man roster, but he'll likely start off at Triple-A Buffalo.
Apr 24 2010Turner was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk on Saturday, Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Julio Lugo and Ty Wigginton around, Turner was limited to just two starts in the absence of Brian Roberts, so he was deemed expendable while Rhyne Hughes was called up from Triple-A to provide some offense at first base.
Apr 20 2010Turner got his first start of the season at second base on Sunday, going 0-for-4 after Ryan Sweeney robbed him of an extra-base hit with a diving catch in one of his at-bats. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner got the nod at second with Ty Wigginton sliding over to third thanks to Miguel Tejada's injury, and with lefty Brett Anderson starting against the O's. Turner probably will be limited to a token start per week while Brian Roberts is out.
Apr 12 2010The Orioles recalled Turner on Sunday night, the Carroll County Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll add infield depth with the placement of Brian Roberts (abdomen) on the 15-day DL on Monday morning. Julio Lugo will likely collect the majority of the at-bats at second base for the Orioles.
Mar 31 2010Turner was reassigned to minor league camp on Tuesday, MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had an excellent spring, hitting .344 with a home run, two doubles and seven RBIs. He struck out just twice all spring. Still, his future appears to be as a utility infielder. If Cesar Izturis or Brian Roberts hit the disabled list this season, look for Turner to be called up and possibly even vault over Robert Andino to get the bulk of the at bats. Andino's glove is solid, but Baltimore should envision him as a late innings replacement rather than someone who will be a threat at the plate as a starter.
Mar 24 2010Turner is hitless in his last eight at bats after going 0-for-4 against the Cardinals on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner had two days off but didn't respond. Still, it has been a strong spring for him. He has shown he can put the ball in play, with two strikeouts in 26 at bats this spring. He has a chance to start on Opening Day if Brian Roberts can't get on the field soon.
Mar 16 2010Turner went 2-for-4 with an RBI in the Orioles' win over the Twins Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That was the same line as he put up Monday against the Twins. He got the start at second Tuesday, a spot he could fill at the season if Brian Roberts (back) make it out of the gate. Robert Andino and Ty Wigginton are also candidates. Turner has received the least play of the trio this spring.
Mar 15 2010Turner went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Monday's win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was playing third base while Ty Wigginton saw the action at second. Turner could be a candidate at second base if Brian Roberts missed the beginning of the season with a herniated disk in his back, but it appears as though the coaching staff wants to give the versatile Wigginton a look there as well.
Mar 8 2010Turner (foot) is expected to return to game action on Tuesday, MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injury isn't serious, but the Orioles had to shuttle in younger players capable of playing second base to account for Turner and Brian Roberts missing time. Once Turner returns, he is a darkhorse to win the utility infielder job out of camp.
Mar 7 2010Turner (foot) continues to be hampered as a result of the line drive he took off the bat of Garrett Atkins, MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner is day-to-day but he could be missing a window of opportunity since Brian Roberts is still out.
Mar 5 2010X-rays on Turner's foot came back negative and he's been diagnosed with a left foot contusion, MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old is day-to-day, so he could be back on the field for game action by the end of the weekend.
Sep 9 2009Turner went 0-for-2 with a strikeout in his Baltimore debut on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner could continue to see at bats in blowout games like this one, games in which the Orioles have a habit of falling into right now.
Sep 1 2009Turner should be called up either when rosters expand on September 1, or within another week, MASN Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner could have a future as a utility infielder, but his season in Triple-A doesn't warrant any fantasy looks. He has hit .303 with two home runs and nine stolen bases in 105 games.
Jun 11 2003Turner is not in Saturday's lineup against the Pirates, the Mets' official site reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Turner taking a seat, Daniel Murphy will get the start at third base and Lucas Duda will get the nod at first base Saturday.
Jun 10 2003Turner, who went 2-for-5 Thursday, had been slumping prior to that game and could be in danger of losing some time to Daniel Murphy with the expected promotion of Lucas Duda, ESPN New York reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Turner hit just .220 in the 10 games prior to Thursday and Mets' management believes that he may be wearing down due to not being accustomed to so much playing time in the majors. With Duda up and able to play first base, Murphy could slide over and see action at third, moving Turner to the bench.