Anthony Rendon
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Jun 29 2024Rendon (hamstring) will face live pitching next Thursday or Friday and could return to action July 8 versus Texas, Michael Huntley of The Sporting Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been participating in a variety of baseball activities -- including taking grounders, batting in the cage and running the bases -- so taking swings against live pitching is the logical next step in his quest to return from a left hamstring strain. Angels manager Ron Washington indicated Friday that he hopes the veteran third baseman can return for the beginning of a home series against the Rangers that kicks off July 8, though that date is certainly not set in stone. Rendon recently indicated that he's considering agreeing to a rehab assignment ahead of his return, but it doesn't appear he's made a decision on that topic at this point.
Jun 26 2024Rendon (hamstring) said Wednesday that he's "definitely close" and is still deciding whether to go out on a rehab assignment, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A rehab assignment would be sensible, considering he's missed two months of action with a high-grade partial tear of his left hamstring. Rendon said that he's open to the possibility of playing rehab games before coming off the 60-day injured list, though the Angels can't force him to do so. Either way, the veteran third baseman should be clear to play in games soon if he's able to sprint on consecutive days without issue.
Jun 25 2024Rendon (hamstring) is expected to start facing live pitching by this weekend, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman started up baseball activities in early June and is nearing full baseball activities as he continues to work his way back from a strained left hamstring. Rendon will likely require a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Angels, so a return shouldn't be expected in the immediate future.
Jun 24 2024Rendon (hamstring) was cleared to run the bases Monday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon continues to take steps forward in his rehab, and Bollinger notes that Monday's workout is the first time he's been given the green light to circle the bases since suffering a left hamstring strain. The 34-year-old remains without a firm timeline for a return, though the club should have an idea of what his minor-league rehab assignment will look like in the near future.
Jun 22 2024Rendon (hamstring) took grounders, hit and ran Friday, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon continues to ramp up as he attempts to return to action after being diagnosed with a high-grade partial tear of his left hamstring in late April. The veteran third baseman's next step in his rehab is expected to include cutting while running as part of his agility drills. If Rendon continues to make progress, he could be activated from the injured list in early-to-mid July.
Jun 16 2024Angels manager Ron Washington said Tuesday that Rendon (hamstring) was scheduled to field more grounders to his left and right this week before resuming running drills, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear how Rendon responded to incorporating more lateral movement into his fielding work, but the 34-year-old generally looks to be trending in the right direction as he works his way back from the left hamstring strain that has kept him out since April 20. He remains without a clear target date for a return from the 60-day IL, but if he's able to increase his running work in the coming days, the Angels could begin the process of outlining a minor-league rehab assignment for the veteran third baseman.
Jun 8 2024Rendon (hamstring) progressed to taking groundballs Friday, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon resumed baseball activities earlier in the week, making throws and taking swings in the batting cages. His ability Friday to take grounders -- albeit only on balls that were hit right at him in order to avoid lateral movement -- was another sign of progress, and Rendon is expected to put his strained left hamstring to an even bigger test by jogging Saturday. Rendon remains weeks away from a return, but it's now feasible that he could be back with the Angels by the end of June.
Jun 6 2024Rendon (hamstring) resumed baseball activities this week and said Wednesday that he thinks he's ahead of schedule in progressing toward a return, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been out since April 20 due to a left hamstring strain, but he recently began ramping up his activity by throwing and taking swings in a batting cage. The third baseman will next progress to jogging Saturday, which will be a significant test of the injured hamstring. While Rendon remains weeks away from a return, he indicated that he considers himself ahead of schedule, explaining, "I'm trying to push it each and every day. Let my body tell me that it's painful, it hurts or it's not ready. So we'll get back as soon as possible."
Jun 3 2024Rendon (hamstring) will resume baseball activities this week, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been shelved since late April with a partial left hamstring tear but is finally ready to begin ramping up his rehab work. It's going to be a slow process and one that will involve a rehab assignment at some point, so Rendon still figures to be several weeks away from a return.
May 20 2024Rendon (hamstring) has progressed to walking on an incline on the treadmill, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is taking baby steps in his recovery from a left hamstring strain but said Monday that he's feeling a bit better. There remains no timetable for his return and he's not eligible for activation for another month after being shifted to the 60-day injured list earlier this month.
May 9 2024The Angels transferred Rendon (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Thursday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction clears a spot on the 40-man roster for the newly acquired Luis Guillorme. Rendon suffered a high-grade partial tear of his left hamstring nearly three weeks ago and now won't be eligible to return until June 21. A more concrete target date for Rendon's return probably won't be established for several more weeks.
Apr 26 2024Rendon said Friday that he has a high-grade partial tear of his left hamstring, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon landed on the injured list Sunday with a left hamstring strain, but it appears his injury is more severe than the Angels initially thought. There is no timetable in place for his return, but he will certainly be sidelined for longer than the 10-day minimum. Miguel Sano has been serving as Los Angeles' primary third baseman since Rendon got injured and should continue to do so for the foreseeable future.
Apr 21 2024The Angels placed Rendon on the 10-day injured list Sunday due to a hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon suffered the injury during Saturday's game against Cincinnati and will be unavailable for at least the next 10 days. The Halos selected Ehire Adrianza from Triple-A Salt Lake to bolster their infield depth, though it'll likely be Luis Rengifo and Miguel Sano, who is starting Sunday, that fill in at third base.
Apr 20 2024Rendon said after exiting Saturday's game against the Reds that his left hamstring is feeling "not too great," Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon tweaked the hamstring on the first play of the game and had to be removed for a pinch runner. It certainly sounds like a stint on the injured list could be in the offing, but the Angels could wait to see how Rendon feels Sunday before making a decision. If Rendon does need to miss time, Luis Rengifo would probably see the most action at third base, with Miguel Sano also a possibility to be mixed in there.
Apr 16 2024Rendon went 3-for-5 with a double and two runs in Monday's 7-3 victory versus the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon notched his fourth straight multi-hit game Monday, and he's now batting .263 on the season. That's an impressive climb considering that the veteran third baseman began the campaign hitless through his first 21 at-bats. Rendon is batting a robust .480 over his past six contests, and he's reached base via hit or walk in nine consecutive games. However, his role as the Angels' leadoff hitter has limited his run-production opportunities -- on the season, he has just one RBI.
Apr 10 2024Rendon isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Rays, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman appears to be receiving some routine maintenance in the series finale. Miguel Sano will handle the hot corner Wednesday while Rendon takes a seat.
Apr 8 2024Rendon went 3-for-5 with a double and three runs in Monday's 7-1 victory over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon got off to an 0-for-21 start to the season at the plate, but he's now working on a modest four-game hitting streak and has six hits over his past 18 at-bats. The veteran third baseman still hasn't homered or driven in a run, though he's knocked a double in consecutive contests. The Angels have stuck with Rendon as their leadoff hitter through his rough start, and he could get a chance to score a decent amount of runs if he continues to perk up at the plate with Mike Trout batting two slots behind him.
Apr 3 2024Rendon is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game in Miami, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon batted leadoff in each of the first five games this season but is still looking for his first hit. Luis Rengifo will take his spot both at the top of the batting order and at third base.
Mar 28 2024Rendon will start at third base and bat leadoff in Thursday's season opener versus the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Angels manager Ron Washington toyed with the idea of batting Rendon at the top of the order later on in spring training, and the veteran skipper decided to carry it into the season. Rendon will be followed by Aaron Hicks, Mike Trout and Taylor Ward.
Mar 20 2024Angels manager Ron Washington said he's experimenting with Rendon batting leadoff in Wednesday's Cactus League game since the team doesn't have an ideal option, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon wouldn't offer much speed at the top of the lineup with just two steals in each of the past two seasons, but he does have a career 11 percent walk rate. The 33-year-old has primarily hit third or fourth since joining the Angels in 2020, but his spot in the order at this point is really secondary. Rendon has played in just 148 games over the past three seasons, and even when available he hasn't been particularly productive with a .701 OPS.
Mar 10 2024Rendon (groin) will start at third base and bat cleanup in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Padres, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As anticipated, Rendon will make his return to the lineup for the first time in one week after he reported groin discomfort following his most recent spring appearance last Sunday. The missed week of action shouldn't put Rendon too far behind his healthy teammates as Opening Day approaches. Heading into the fifth season of the seven-year, $245 million megadeal he signed with the Angels in December 2019, the 33-year-old Rendon will be looking to bounce back after he posted a career-worst .679 OPS over 183 plate appearances during an injury-shortened 2023 campaign.
Mar 9 2024Manager Ron Washington said he expects Rendon (groin) to return to the Angels' lineup Sunday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Groin discomfort has prevented Rendon from playing in Cactus League games since Sunday, but it appears his absence won't extend longer than a week. Rendon has logged two hits in 10 at-bats so far this spring while drawing four walks and scoring twice. He posted a .679 OPS last season -- the lowest mark of his 11-year career -- and he hasn't eclipsed 250 plate appearances in a season since joining the Angels in 2020.
Mar 7 2024Rendon (groin) said that he's showing improvement and may be able to face live pitching in batting practice Thursday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even if the Angels elect to hold Rendon out of live batting practice Thursday, the veteran third baseman is optimistic that he'll rejoin the Cactus League lineup "soon." He clarified that the groin discomfort he's experiencing is more along the lines of soreness rather than a strain, adding that he's proceeding cautiously just to prevent the issue from worsening and becoming something that plagues him all season.
Mar 6 2024Rendon (groin) will go through a normal workout Wednesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon took it easy for a couple days after feeling some discomfort in his groin Sunday. He's ready to ramp back up again, however, and should return to Cactus League games before long if all goes well. The veteran third baseman is slated to bat cleanup for the Angels this season.
Mar 5 2024Rendon reported discomfort in his groin Sunday and will be out through at least Wednesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Ron Washington said he's not too concerned about Rendon's injury but noted that Rendon's absence may extend beyond Wednesday if he's not at 100 percent. Rendon is currently 2-for-10 with four walks and two runs scored through six Cactus League games and is in line to serve as the Angels' cleanup hitter once the regular season begins.
Feb 22 2024Angels manager Ron Washington said Thursday that Rendon (lower leg) will be the team's cleanup hitter this season, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That's for days he's not on the injured list, of course. Rendon has played just 200 of a possible 546 games in four seasons with the Angels due to a variety of injuries but doesn't appear to be under any restrictions this spring. It's possible the Angels elect to use him often at designated hitter in 2024 in hopes that it will help keep him on the field.
Sep 23 2023Angels manager Phil Nevin said Saturday that Rendon (lower leg) isn't expected to play again before the end of the season, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been participating in baseball activities since early September as he recovers from a fractured tibia, but Nevin said Rendon hasn't progressed enough to be activated before the end of the year. Rendon will finish 2023 with a .236/.361/.318 slash line to go along with two homers and 22 RBI across 183 plate appearances.
Sep 15 2023Rendon (lower leg) revealed Friday that he was diagnosed with a fractured left tibia in August, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injury had been called a bone bruise ever since Rendon landed on the IL in mid-July, but at least there is now a bit more clarity as to why he's remained on the shelf. Rendon just recently resumed baseball activities and seems doubtful to return to the Angels' active roster before the end of the season.
Sep 9 2023Rendon (lower leg) did some light jogging on the field Friday, Doug Padilla of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is further evidence that Rendon is finally making progress in his recovery from a bone bruise in his left shin. The veteran third baseman has also been running on a treadmill and hitting off a tee, though he doesn't appear to be particularly close to a return. With the season quickly winding down and the Angels out of contention for a playoff spot, it wouldn't be surprising if Rendon has already played his last game in 2023.
Sep 7 2023Rendon (lower leg) has been hitting off a tee and running on a treadmill, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been on the injured list since July 14 due to a bone bruise in his left shin, and it appears progress is finally being made in his recovery. Rendon will be eligible to return from the IL on Saturday, but given how slow his rehab process has been, there is no guarantee he makes it back before the end of the season.
Aug 22 2023Rendon (lower leg) has not progressed to any on-field work, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: When asked whether Rendon's recovery had progressed, manager Phil Nevin stated, "It depends on which day you ask him. It comes and goes each day." Rendon was shifted to the 60-day injured list Friday, meaning he can't return until Sept. 9. However, his return at that point appears to be in doubt.
Aug 18 2023Rendon was transferred to the 60-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Angels Manager Phil Nevin said July 22 that Rendon would be shut down from baseball activities for at least two weeks after it is was discovered that he had a deep bone bruise in his left shin. Now that he is on the 60-day IL, the soonest he could return is Sept. 9. Mike Moustakas and Eduardo Escobar will continue to share time at third base in his place.
Jul 22 2023An MRI taken Saturday on Rendon's left shin revealed a deep bone bruise, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Angels manager Phil Nevin added that there is bleeding in the bone and said Rendon will need to rest for at least the next two weeks. He's been on the shelf since July 11 and can be ruled out through mid-August given the buildup process that will have to follow this two-week shutdown period. Mike Moustakas and Eduardo Escobar should continue sharing time at third base for the Halos.
Jul 21 2023Rendon (shin) had yet to resume on-field workouts as of Friday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There have been very few status updates on Rendon since he landed on the injured list July 14 due to a left shin contusion that he suffered the week before the All-Star break. The 33-year-old first baseman has appeared in only 43 games for the Angels this season and is slashing just .236/.361/.318 when healthy.
Jul 14 2023Rendon (left shin contusion) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was in the midst of a 4-for-47 (.085 average) slump over his last 14 games before suffering the injury July 4. Michael Stefanic and Trey Cabbage were added to the active roster to bolster the infield in the short term.
Jul 8 2023Rendon (lower leg) remains on the bench for Saturday's game against the Dodgers, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been out of action since fouling a ball off his shin Tuesday against the Padres. The Angels' break starts a day early, so unless Rendon appears off the bench Saturday, he's already made his final appearance of the first half. Assuming his shin injury is nothing worse than a bruise, he should have ample time to heal by the time the Angels resume play next Friday.
Jul 7 2023Rendon (shin) remains out of the lineup Friday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been sidelined since fouling a ball off his left shin Tuesday in San Diego. He's appeared in only 43 of a possible 89 games so far this season with the Angels. Mike Moustakas is covering third base Friday at Dodger Stadium and Hunter Renfroe will get the start at first base.
Jul 5 2023Rendon (shin) could return to the Angels' lineup as soon as Friday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is not in Wednesday's lineup after fouling a ball off his left shin Tuesday. The Halos aren't putting him on the injured list yet, though, because he could be ready after the off day Thursday. Rendon will be evaluated the next two days and if it's determined he does need to go on the IL, he'd be eligible to return the second game after the All-Star break.
Jul 4 2023Rendon was pulled from Tuesday's game against San Diego with a left shin contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: X-rays came back negative after Rendon fouled a ball off his left leg. While it appears he avoided serious injury, a stint on the injured list isn't completely out of the question. Eduardo Escobar figures to see an uptick in playing time should Rendon sit out.
Jul 1 2023Rendon went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon had one of just three hits for the Angels, leading to their only run against Ryne Nelson and two Arizona relievers. This was Rendon's second game back from a wrist injury. The third baseman has played in just 10 contests since the start of June, going 3-for-37 with a home run, two RBI and two doubles as he navigates another injury-plagued season. He's slashing just .243/.360/.329 with two homers, 22 RBI, 23 runs scored and two stolen bases through 40 contests on the year.
Jun 30 2023Rendon (wrist) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and will start at third base Friday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will return to the Angels after a minimum stay on the 10-day IL due to a left wrist contusion. The 33-year-old has struggled to a .067 batting average with two doubles, one RBI and three runs scored over 30 at-bats in June. Rendon will slot in as the cleanup hitter in his return to the lineup.
Jun 27 2023Rendon (wrist) will take on-field batting practice Tuesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been eased along in his recovery from a left wrist contusion, which sent him to the 10-day injured list June 19, retroactive to June 16. It's looking like he might be ready for activation in the early part of July, but the Angels have not announced an exact timetable.
Jun 24 2023Rendon (wrist) was able to play catch on the field prior to Saturday's game versus the Rockies, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Angels manager Phil Nevin told reporters that Rendon's wrist continues to feel better. The infielder was placed on the 10-day injured list June 19 because of a contusion on his left wrist, and it's not known yet if he'll require a rehab stint before rejoining the club. Rendon is eligible to come off the injured list June 26, but fantasy managers will need to wait for updates before assuming he's back with the club at or around that date.
Jun 19 2023The Angels placed Rendon on the 10-day injured list Monday with a left wrist contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon missed each of the Angels' last three games due to the injury, which he sustained when he was hit by a pitch in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Rangers. The Angels will be able to backdate Rendon's IL stint to Friday, so assuming he shows improvement during the upcoming week, he could be ready for activation when first eligible June 26. Luis Rengifo will likely continue to serve as the main replacement at third base while Rendon is on the mend.
Jun 17 2023Rendon (wrist) is not expected to return to the lineup until Tuesday's game against the Dodgers, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon missed Friday's game against the Royals after getting hit in the wrist Thursday against Texas, and it looks like he'll miss the rest of the series as well. Luis Rengifo will start at third base in his absence Saturday.
Jun 16 2023Rendon (wrist) is out of the lineup Friday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon took a pitch off his wrist in the first inning of Thursday's series finale against the Rangers. He's expected to avoid the injured list after undergoing a round of imaging scans and can be considered day-to-day. Luis Rengifo is at third base and batting eighth Friday versus Kansas City.
Jun 15 2023Rendon is getting imaging done on his wrist after being hit by a pitch in the first inning of Thursday's game against the Rangers, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was unable to swing the bat after being hit by the pitch, though he was forced to remain in the game due to the Angels' having a shorthanded infield. The extent of the injury should become clearer after the results of the imaging are returned, and the Angels may be forced to dig significantly into their minor-league depth with Gio Urshela (hip) and Zach Neto (oblique) also sidelined.
Jun 11 2023Rendon is not in the starting lineup Sunday versus the Mariners, Sarah Valenzuela of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will get a day off after he went 1-for-7 with a double and two runs scored over the first two games of the series with Seattle. Luis Rengifo will take over at the hot corner and bat seventh in the rubber match.
Jun 8 2023Rendon is absent from the lineup Thursday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been making early exits from games since he returned Tuesday from a groin strain, and he'll apparently get a full night off Thursday. Gio Urshela is starting at third base and batting fifth versus the Cubs and left-hander Drew Smyly.
Jun 7 2023Rendon was pulled from Wednesday's game for load management reasons, Sarah Valenzuela of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Angels manager Phil Nevin implemented a load management plan for Rendon earlier this season, and Wednesday's exit was simply another instance of said plan in action. Rendon also made an early exit during Tuesday's contest and is now 0-for-6 since returning from his groin injury.
Jun 6 2023Rendon's early exit from Tuesday's game against the Cubs was not related to injury, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Angels brought in Jared Walsh as a defensive replacement for Rendon, with Walsh handling first base and Gio Urshela moving over to third from first. It's a positive development this wasn't related to the groin injury that sidelined Rendon for three weeks, as he was just reinstated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Cubs.
Jun 4 2023Angels manager Phil Nevin said Sunday that Rendon (groin) is likely to return from the 10-day injured list Tuesday or Wednesday versus the Cubs, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Nevin implied that Wednesday is a more likely for Rendon's return than Tuesday, but regardless, the Angels' everyday third baseman looks poised to rejoin the mix in the coming days. Rendon has been on the shelf since May 15 with a left groin strain, and he appears set to bypass a rehab assignment prior to being activated. Rendon was playing well in the weeks prior to his injury, and he should go back to hitting in the middle of the Los Angeles lineup upon his return.
Jun 1 2023Rendon (groin) took batting practice and fielded grounders Thursday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Blum notes, however, that Rendon did not make any throws across the diamond. It's possible he's dealing with some sort of physical issue beyond the left groin strain that sent him to the injured list in mid-May. Nonetheless, the current belief is that the third baseman will be back on the Angels' active roster at some point during their next homestand, which runs from June 6-11.
May 31 2023Angels manager Phil Nevin said Wednesday that Rendon (groin) is aiming to return from the 10-day injured list during the team's homestand that begins next week, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been upping the intensity of his workouts of late, although he has yet to do any hitting on the field or running the bases. He should be able to perform those activities soon, and it doesn't appear as though he'll need a rehab assignment before being activated. Rendon was hitting .301 in 30 games on the season prior to straining his groin in mid-May, though he had hit just one home run.
May 29 2023Rendon (groin) fielded grounders Monday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the first time he's done so since he suffered a left groin strain in mid-May. Rendon is being evaluated on a day-to-day basis and is not expected to go out on a rehab assignment, so while it's not clear exactly when he'll be activated, it could potentially be any day now.
May 27 2023Rendon (groin) did some outdoor work Saturday, but he hasn't yet started fielding grounders, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight day that Rendon has worked on the field, though Blum noted Friday that the third baseman still has "no specific timeline" for a return. The third baseman is expected to travel with the Angels on their trip to Chicago that starts Monday, and he may begin fielding groundballs then. It's possible that Rendon could be activated by the end of that series, but an early-June activation seems more feasible.
May 24 2023Rendon (groin) went through agility drills on the field pregame Wednesday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has also being doing some baseball activities indoors as he works his way back from a left groin strain. The veteran third baseman is eligible for activation from the injured list but seems likely to require a rehab assignment before returning. It's unclear when that might happen, although it does seem he's trending in the right direction.
May 21 2023Angels manager Phil Nevin was encouraged by the results of the MRI that Rendon (groin) received May 17, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was placed on the 10-day IL on May 15 with a left groin strain, with the move being retroactive to the previous day. Nevin was optimistic when discussing the third baseman earlier this week, suggesting that his MRI results were encouraging and indicating that the Angels "don't think it'll be very long at all" before he is able to return. Rendon was hitting well prior to the injury, slashing .380/.484/.480 with a home run, nine RBI, 11 runs, a stolen base and an 8:6 BB: K over his previous 14 contests.
May 15 2023The Angels placed Rendon on the 10-day injured list Monday with a left groin strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move is retroactive to Sunday, so Rendon will be eligible for activation May 24. Whether he has a chance to be ready at that time isn't clear at this point. Gio Urshela is starting at third base Monday in Rendon's place and should see regular action at the position for at least the next week and a half.
May 14 2023Rendon (groin) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will take a seat for the series finale in Cleveland after he exited early in Saturday's 8-6 loss with left groin tightness. The Angels appear to be viewing Rendon as day-to-day for the time being, with his availability for Monday's series opener in Baltimore seemingly up in the air. Gio Urshela will spell Rendon at third base Sunday.
May 13 2023Rendon was removed from Saturday's game against the Guardians with left groin tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was replaced by Luis Rengifo with Rengifo moving to second base, Gio Urshela moving from first to third and Brandon Drury heading from second to first. Rendon should be considered day-to-day, but it seems likely he'll undergo further testing before his status is determined for the coming days.
May 7 2023Rendon went 2-for-3 with a home run, two walks and four RBI in Sunday's 16-8 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon sat out Saturday's game with a sore thumb. It wasn't holding him back Sunday, as he opened the scoring with a three-run homer and added an RBI single in the third. The third baseman has logged multiple hits in six of his last 11 games. The long ball was his first of the season, and he's now slashing .291/.418/.360 with 18 RBI, 16 runs scored and two stolen bases through 25 contests.
May 6 2023Rendon, who is out of Saturday's lineup against the Rangers, is dealing with a sore thumb after colliding with Matt Thaiss in Friday's game, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It sounds like a very minor issue, with the Angels giving Rendon his scheduled off day Saturday instead of Sunday as originally planned, per manager Phil Nevin. Gio Urshela and Jake Lamb are handling the infield corners.
Apr 30 2023Rendon is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon went 1-for-7 in the first two games of the series. Gio Urshela will be the starting third baseman for Sunday's finale against Milwaukee with Jake Lamb hitting eighth and playing first base .
Apr 3 2023Rendon's suspension has been reduced to four games and he'll begin serving Monday against the Mariners, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was initially suspended for five games, but in return for him dropping his appeal the third baseman has the punishment reduced by one game. The suspension comes after Rendon was in an altercation with a fan on Opening Day in Oakland where the third baseman grabbed someone by the shirt while attempting to strike them before leaving the field. He'll be eligible to return Saturday against the Blue Jays.
Apr 2 2023Rendon (knee) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon banged his left knee on the tarp during Saturday's contest and will be held out of the lineup for Sunday's series finale, though it was apparently a pre-planned off day for the veteran third baseman. He's expected to be available off the bench and should be back in the lineup Monday at Seattle. Gio Urshela will slide over to the hot corner with David Fletcher starting at shortstop.
Apr 1 2023Rendon may miss Sunday's game against the Athletics after receiving treatment on his left knee following Saturday's victory, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon crashed into the tarp during Saturday's blowout win. Blum reports that the injury wasn't considered serious, but the Angels may take precaution with the third baseman in the early part of the season. Fantasy managers will want to check the Angels' lineup before Sunday's game against Oakland before placing Rendon in their lineup.
Mar 31 2023MLB is investigating an altercation Rendon had with a fan following the Angels' season opener Thursday in Oakland, Dylan Hernandez of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A video has circulated around social media in which Rendon appears to grab a man by the shirt and exchange heated words with him. Rendon plans to discuss the incident Saturday, per Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register, and an MLB spokesperson indicated Friday, "We are aware of the video and we are now looking into the matter." It remains to be seen what fallout will come of the incident, but Rendon could face a suspension if the league determines one is warranted.
Mar 18 2023Rendon is hitting .444 (8-for-18) with two home runs this spring. He's appeared fully healthy this spring after a wrist injury limited him to just 47 games in 2022, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will turn 33 in June and hasn't had a full healthy season since 2019 (not counting the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign). However, he's done everything this spring to give fantasy managers confidence he can end that recent trend.
Feb 3 2023Rendon (wrist) is feeling "fantastic" physically, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Angels are hoping to get a little more out of their $245 million investment in Rendon next season following back-to-back injury-plagued years. It was wrist surgery that limited him to just 47 games in 2022, although he did make it back for a couple games in October. He'll turn 33 in June and hasn't had a full, healthy season since 2019 (not counting the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign). Fantasy managers in early drafts have been taking an understandably cautious approach, as Rendon has been going outside the top-200 picks.
Oct 5 2022Rendon is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Athletics, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Earlier this week, Rendon made an unexpected late-season return from the wrist surgery he underwent earlier in June, serving a five-game suspension first before he was formally reinstated. He started at third base in each of the past two games and went 1-for-4 with three strikeouts. Rendon seemingly avoided any setbacks with the wrist in either contest, so he'll likely just be getting some rest as the Angels wrap up their season Wednesday.
Oct 3 2022Rendon (suspension) was reinstated to the active roster Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon underwent wrist surgery in June and appeared likely to miss the remainder of the season, but he was reinstated from the 60-day IL on Wednesday and served his five-game suspension over the weekend. The 32-year-old will be available for the Angels during their three-game series in Oakland to close out the regular season.
Sep 28 2022Rendon (wrist) was activated from the 60-day injured list and will begin serving his five-game suspension Wednesday against the A's, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old seemed likely to be out for the season after he underwent wrist surgery in June, but he progressed to hitting against live pitching this week and will rejoin the Angels for the final week of the season. Rendon will first serve a five-game suspension stemming from a brawl with the Mariners shortly after the wrist surgery, and he'll be eligible to take the field for Monday in Oakland for the final three games of the campaign.
Sep 27 2022Rendon (wrist) batted against minor-league pitchers Tuesday and could do so again Wednesday or Thursday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Interim manager Phil Nevin said the third baseman "felt good" after Tuesday's session as the Angels determine whether it's feasible for the veteran to play during the closing stages of the season. Rendon's return is complicated by the fact he must first serve a five-game suspension -- stemming from his involvement in a June brawl with the Mariners -- before being able to play in games, and time is running out with only eight games left on the schedule.
Sep 12 2022Rendon (wrist) took batting practice Monday and continues to target a return from the 60-day injured list before the end of the season, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was presumed to be shut down for the 2022 campaign when he underwent surgery June 21 to address a right wrist injury, but the 32-year-old has seemingly progressed far faster than anticipated. Even though the Angels have little at stake as the season winds down, Rendon is eager to play in a few games to close out the year to give him peace of mind about his health heading into the long offseason. According to Fletcher, the Angels' tentative plan is to activate Rendon in late September, assuming he remains free of setbacks as he ramps up his baseball activities. Once reinstated, Rendon will have to serve a five-game suspension stemming from his involvement in a late-June benches-clearing brawl with the Mariners. He would then play in handful of games to close out the season, perhaps making him someone worthy of picking up later this month in deeper leagues where he's available.
Sep 7 2022Rendon (wrist) has been participating in defensive drills and hitting in the batting cage, opening the door to a possible return by the end of the season, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was thought to be done for the campaign when he underwent right wrist surgery June 21, but he's advanced far enough in his recovery to begin throwing and swinging a bat. Angels head athletic trainer Mike Frostad indicated that Rendon will be joining the team on its upcoming road trip and that there are plans in place to have the veteran third baseman increase his hitting, lending further credence to the feasibility of a return. While Los Angeles is far out of the playoff picture, there is motivation to bring Rendon back this season, as doing so could allow him to serve all of the five-game suspension he received for taking part in a brawl against the Mariners less than a week after his surgery. The team would need to prove to the league that Rendon is actually capable of playing in order to activate him, which could mean that he'd need to get into at least one game following the suspension.
Aug 14 2022Rendon took grounders Friday for the first time since undergoing wrist surgery in June, Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon isn't going to return this season, but his ability to begin some baseball activity at this point in his recovery leaves little doubt that he'll be ready for spring training in 2023. In fact, the veteran third baseman is expected to have a normal offseason without rehab. Angels head athletic trainer Mike Frostad echoed that point Friday, saying that he doesn't anticipate anything delaying Rendon's offseason.
Jun 27 2022Rendon (wrist) received a five-game suspension for his role in Sunday's brawl with the Mariners, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is out for the season due to a wrist injury, so he will be forced to serve his suspension to begin the 2023 campaign. Rendon will also be prohibited from sitting in the Angels' dugout for the next seven games.
Jun 21 2022Rendon underwent successful surgery on his right wrist Monday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is on the 60-day IL and is out for the season due to the surgery. He's expected to be ready to return by spring training next year. The 32-year-old hasn't played more than 58 games in a season since 2019.
Jun 18 2022Rendon (wrist) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is out for the year after needing wrist surgery. First baseman David MacKinnon's contract was selected from Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Jun 17 2022Rendon (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday ahead of his season-ending surgery. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: News emerged earlier in the day that Rendon would undergo season-ending wrist surgery next week, so a move to the injured list was inevitable. He'll likely shift to the 60-day injured list whenever the Angels need another 40-man roster spot. He'll end his season with a disappointing .228/.324/.383 slash line across 45 games. Jack Mayfield was called up to take his place on the roster.
Jun 16 2022Rendon (wrist) was unavailable off the bench Thursday against the Mariners, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fletcher reported earlier in the day that Rendon was feeling better and could be available to pinch hit, according to manager Phil Nevin, but the third baseman was ultimately not ready to return to game action. Rendon was removed from Tuesday's game against the Dodgers after aggravating the right wrist issue, which first flared up in late May. Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reported Wednesday that Rendon could head back to the injured list if his wrist doesn't show improvement soon.
Jun 15 2022Rendon (wrist) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 32-year-old exited Tuesday's contest after aggravating his right wrist injury, and he'll be held out of the lineup for at least one game. Rendon missed two weeks due to the injury before being activated from the injured list Friday, and the severity of the issue this time around remains unclear.
Jun 14 2022Rendon was removed from Tuesday's game against the Dodgers after aggravating his right wrist injury. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon spent two weeks on the injured list with right wrist inflammation before being reinstated to the active roster Friday, but he aggravated the issue Tuesday during his fourth game back. The severity of the injury this time around is unclear, and it remains to be seen if the 32-year-old will require a return trip to the injured list.
Jun 11 2022Rendon went 0-for-3 with a walk in Friday's loss to the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was activated from the injured list prior to the game and started at third base while batting third in the order. The veteran worked a walk in his third plate appearance but otherwise didn't make an impact offensively. Rendon is batting .237 on the season, putting him on pace for his worst average as a major-leaguer. He hit just .240 over 217 at-bats last season.
Jun 10 2022Rendon (wrist) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and is starting Friday against the Mets, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon resumed hitting in a cage while also taking groundballs recently, and he's been cleared to start at third base during Friday's series opener against the Mets. The 32-year-old was sidelined since May 27 but will reclaim his job as the Angels' everyday third baseman now that he's been activated. Over 41 games prior to his absence, he slashed .242/.335/.403 with five homers, 23 RBI, 15 runs and two stolen bases.
Jun 9 2022Rendon (wrist) has been able to hit in a batting cage in addition to taking groundballs, Trent Rush of Angels Radio reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon continues to take steps toward a return, though a definite timeline for his activation remains uncertain. He went on the 10-day IL with right wrist inflammation May 27 and has already exceeded the minimum required stay. Matt Duffy and Tyler Wade have logged the most time at third base while Rendon has been out.
Jun 7 2022Rendon (wrist) took grounders before batting practice Monday, but a timetable for his return remains uncertain, the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been showing improvement, and a recent medical evaluation indicated that he is healing as expected. The third baseman went on the 10-day injured list with right wrist inflammation May 27 and is eligible to return, but it appears that he'll need additional time before rejoining the big-league club. It's uncertain if Rendon will need to go on a rehab assignment once he's able to play.
Jun 4 2022Rendon's wrist swelling and inflammation are subsiding, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was recently evaluated by a doctor, who found that the third baseman is healing as expected. He hasn't yet resumed baseball activities, but that could happen soon, according to Bollinger. Rendon remains without a clear timetable for a return.
May 27 2022Rendon is being placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with right wrist inflammation, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was withheld from Friday's lineup due to the injury, and he'll now be sidelined for at least the next 10 days. The 31-year-old has apparently played through the injury throughout most of the season, but he'll now miss some time after it flared up while taking a swing Thursday. It's unclear exactly how long Rendon is expected to be out, though he'll be eligible to be activated June 6.
May 24 2022Rendon will sit Tuesday against the Rangers, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This appears to be just a routine day off for Rendon. He got off to a slow start at the plate this season but has hit .361/.425/.556 over his last 10 games. Matt Duffy will start at third base.
May 18 2022Rendon went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run, an additional RBI and two walks in a loss to Texas on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon gave the Angels an early lead with his two-run shot to left field in the third inning, and he plated the game's final run with a single in the ninth. It was the veteran third baseman's third multi-hit performance over his past six games, a stretch during which he's slashing .400/.478/.650 with two doubles and five RBI. Rendon is slashing a more modest .230/.331/.405 across 148 plate appearances overall this season.
May 14 2022Rendon will sit for the afternoon portion of Saturday's doubleheader against the Athletics, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Angels won't ask all their veterans to play 18 innings in one day. Tyler Wade starts at third base in the afternoon contest, but Rendon will likely return for the nightcap.
May 11 2022Rendon went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 12-0 win over Tampa Bay. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rays were down big while being no-hit by Reid Detmers late in the contest, so they opted to bring in outfielder Brett Phillips to cover the eighth inning. Rendon chose to have a little fun of his own, stepping into the batter's box from the left side for the first time in his career. The veteran third baseman took the first pitch for a ball before driving a 54-mph Phillips offering 411 feet for his fourth long ball of the season. It was a bright spot in what has been a tough campaign for Rendon, who is slashing .206/.314/.373 through 121 plate appearances.
May 4 2022Rendon went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, two RBI and two runs in Wednesday's win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon homered off reliever Austin Davis in the top of the seventh inning. He later notched an RBI single in the top of the 10th inning before coming around to score on a Jared Walsh long ball. The 31-year-old now has three home runs and 11 RBI over 78 at-bats, though his .231 average still leaves much to be desired.
May 2 2022Rendon is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is one of four Angels regulars sitting out for either rest purposes or a minor injury as the team concludes its four-game series in Chicago with an afternoon contest. Jack Mayfield will step in at third base for Rendon, who went 3-for-10 with a pair of doubles, two walks and two RBI over the first three contests versus the White Sox.
Apr 25 2022Rendon went 0-for-1 with four walks and a run in Sunday's 7-6 victory versus Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's patience paid off throughout the contest, as the veteran third baseman reached base four times on free passes. Coming into the contest, he had taken six walks over 13 games. Rendon's on-base percentage was buoyed to .351 with his walk-heavy Sunday, but he is hitting a modest .200 on the season.
Apr 23 2022Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took Bruce Zimmermann deep in the seventh inning, but it was the last gasp of offense for the Angels on the night. Rendon is still looking to build some momentum at the plate, slashing .205/.319/.359 through 11 games with two homers and six RBI. The home run was his second of the season and his first since April 12.
Apr 19 2022Rendon went 2-for-5 with a run scored in a 7-2 win Tuesday in Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon singled and scored in the five-run fifth inning. He had missed the previous two games with a stomach bug. After starting the season 1-for-13, he has a hit in his last five appearances and is 6-for-19 over that span. The 32-year-old has just one extra-base hit on the season and is slugging .427 since joining the Angels in 2020.
Apr 18 2022Rendon was scratched from Monday's lineup against the Astros due to a stomach bug, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was penciled in to start at third base Monday per usual, but he was a late scratch due to the illness. It doesn't appear to be a serious issue, so the 31-year-old should rejoin the lineup within a day or two. Jack Mayfield will start at the hot corner in his place.
Apr 17 2022Rendon is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has a modest four-game hit streak during which he is 4-for-14 with a home run, three walks, three RBI and two steals, and he'll receive a day off Sunday. Jack Mayfield will start at the hot corner in the series finale at Texas.
Apr 13 2022Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He turned on an inside slider from Tanner Scott in the sixth inning to give the Angels a 3-1 lead. The blast was Rendon's first of the season, and after an injury-plagued 2021, the 31-year-old is trying to return to the form that saw him post an OPS better than .900 in four straight seasons from 2017-20.
Apr 10 2022Rendon is not in Sunday's starting lineup against the Astros, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon started each of the team's first three games of the season, collecting one hit and walking twice across 11 plate appearances. He's in line for some routine rest, so Jack Mayfield will enter the lineup at third base and hit fourth.
Mar 21 2022Rendon is expected to play in his first spring training game Tuesday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's arrival at camp was slightly delayed, but as has been previously reported, it shouldn't have much of an impact on his status for Opening Day. The 31-year-old is in pursuit of a bounce-back season after appearing in only 58 games during the 2021 campaign due to a hamstring injury, struggling to a .240 average with six homers and 34 RBI over that stretch.
Mar 15 2022Rendon (personal) reported to camp Tuesday, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was absent for the start of camp for personal reasons, but it turns out that he'll miss just a single day. His preparation for the upcoming season shouldn't be meaningfully affected.
Mar 14 2022Rendon's arrival at camp has been delayed due to personal reasons, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The exact reason for Rendon's absence and his expected arrival date are not yet clear. If he reports soon, he'll likely have no issues getting ready for Opening Day, but it's possible he misses time if the delay stretches on.
Mar 4 2022Rendon (hamstring) should be "full go" once the lockout ends and camp begins, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon struggled to a .240/.329/.382 slash line in 58 games to start the 2021 season before missing the entire second half due to a hamstring injury which wound up requiring surgery. Reports from early November indicated that the veteran third baseman was expecting to be ready for the start of spring training, and it looks as though he's continued on the right path, with the delayed start of the season buying him even more time to heal.
Nov 2 2021Rendon (hip) expects to be ready for the start of spring training next year, the third baseman told MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon battled multiple injuries last season, hitting a modest .240/.329/.382 in 58 games before eventually undergoing hip surgery in August. Assuming he is indeed 100 percent for the start of next season, he'll have plenty of fantasy upside, as he produced a wRC+ of 140 or better in each season from 2017 to 2020. That said, he'll also be heading into his age-32 season and hasn't reached 150 games in a season since 2016, so he'll come with very real health concerns even if his offseason recovery goes well.
Aug 4 2021Rendon (hamstring) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday and will undergo season-ending surgery to address a right hip impingement, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon had been on the injured list since July 4 due to a left hamstring strain, and he suffered a setback in mid-July. He continued to make slow progress recently, and he'll now be shut down for the remainder of the year due to a hip issue. The 31-year-old slashed .240/.329/.382 with six home runs, 34 RBI and 24 runs across 58 games during his second season with the Angels. Jack Mayfield and Phil Gosselin will continue to handle the duties at the hot corner in Rendon's stead.
Aug 2 2021Rendon (hamstring) has not restarted baseball activities and remains without a timetable for a return, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman is coming up on a month since he last saw game action, but he "hasn't made any noticeable strides in his recovery to the point where he could take the next step in his rehab." According to the Associated Press, Rendon has been putting in work in the training and weight rooms, though that doesn't give much indication about the status of his injured left hamstring. Jeff Fletcher of The Orange Country Register notes that in a conversation with Angels manager Joe Maddon, Rendon didn't seem optimistic about his recovery.
Jul 26 2021Rendon (hamstring) is still on the mend and won't be ready to begin a rehab assignment this week, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon suffered a setback earlier in the month, and it would appear he's still at least a couple of weeks away from activation, especially considering he'll require a rehab stint. He hasn't seen the field since July 4 due to a left hamstring strain.
Jul 16 2021Rendon (hamstring) recently suffered a setback in his recovery and won't return for at least a couple more weeks, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon landed on the 10-day IL with a left hamstring strain July 6, and manager Joe Maddon said that the third baseman likely won't return until late July or early August. While Maddon didn't sound too concerned about the setback, Rendon will require more time on the shelf before he's cleared to return.
Jul 6 2021Rendon was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left hamstring strain, retroactive to Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The club initially sounded optimistic that Rendon would be able to avoid his third trip to the IL this season after he exited Sunday's game. While he is going on the injured list after all, manager Joe Maddon said that Rendon may have been healthy enough to play later this week, per J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News. With that in mind, the third baseman figures to have a good chance of being activated when the club returns from the All-Star break July 16. Jack Mayfield was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake in a corresponding roster move.
Jul 5 2021Rendon (hamstring) will not be in the lineup Monday against the Red Sox, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The severity of Rendon's left hamstring soreness and whether he'll require a trip to the injured list is unclear at this time, but more details figure to come out following Monday's contest. In case Rendon does end up on the IL, infielder Jack Mayfield is with the team in Anaheim, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.
Jul 4 2021Rendon (hamstring) may be unavailable Monday but isn't believed to be dealing with a serious injury, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon exited Sunday's win over the Orioles in the top of the sixth inning due to left hamstring tightness, but manager Joe Maddon sounded optimistic about the third baseman's status after the game. Jose Rojas or Phil Gosselin could see time at the hot corner if the 31-year-old misses any additional time, but he's considered day-to-day for now.
Jul 3 2021Rendon went 3-for-5 with a double and a run in an 8-7 win over the Orioles on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman notched his first three-hit effort since June 1 and belted his fourth double in his past six contests. His overall .242 batting average is well below his career norm, but Rendon has been slowly picking things up, slashing .281/.369/.449 with 19 RBI since the start of June.
Jun 26 2021Rendon went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to Tampa Bay on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman helped the Angels get off to a strong start, blasting a solo shot to left field in the first inning. The long ball was his fifth this season and only his second since May 3. Rendon has been set back by multiple injuries on the campaign, and he has struggled to hit with consistency, slashing a disappointing .230/.304/.356 with 31 RBI and a 20:35 BB:K across 214 plate appearances.
Jun 19 2021Rendon (triceps) went 0-for-4 with a walk and a strikeout in Saturday's 8-3 win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman was the only Angels starter that failed to record a hit in Saturday's contest. Rendon had been out since Tuesday with a strained right triceps. Prior to the injury, he had hit safely in 10 of 12 games, but he may need a couple days to round back into form at the plate.
Jun 18 2021Rendon (triceps) is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is out of the starting nine for the fourth straight game after he exited Monday's contest in Oakland due to the triceps issue. The third baseman appears to be progressing, however, as manager Joe Maddon said that he could be an option to pinch hit Friday, per Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times.
Jun 17 2021Rendon (triceps) is not in Thursday's lineup against Detroit, but he is going through a workout on the field to determine if he can return Friday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is not in the starting lineup for the third consecutive game, though he could return as a pinch-hitter Thursday. If things go well, it appears likely that Rendon will return to a full-time role at some point during the team's weekend series against Detroit.
Jun 16 2021Rendon (triceps) isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon suffered a right triceps strain Monday, and he'll remain out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. However, manager Joe Maddon is optimistic that the third baseman won't require a trip to the injured list. Phil Gosselin will start at third base and bat seventh Wednesday.
Jun 15 2021Rendon was diagnosed with a strained right triceps Tuesday, and manager Joe Maddon said the third baseman is expected to be out "for a couple days" but shouldn't require a trip to the injured list, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's apparently not a serious strain strain, as Maddon said the outlook "is better than we had thought." Rendon is out of the lineup Tuesday against the A's and is likely to sit again Wednesday, but he could be back on the field during the upcoming four-game set versus the Tigers that begins Thursday.
Jun 12 2021Rendon went 2-for-3 with a home run, a walk and four RBI Saturday in an 8-7 win against Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon put the Angels on the board in the fourth inning, slugging a solo homer to left field. He plated another two runs with a double in the following frame and tied the game with a sacrifice fly in the ninth. The third baseman snapped a 27-game, 102-at-bat stretch without a home run, the second-longest power drought of his career. He is slashing .241/.317/.370 with four homers and 30 RBI on the season.
Jun 7 2021Rendon went 2-for-5 with a double, a RBI and a run scored in Sunday's 9-5 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was quiet in his first three at-bats before scoring in the eighth inning and knocking in Justin Upton in the ninth frame on a double. The third baseman is slashing just .236/.311/.347 with three home runs, 22 RBI and 15 runs in 161 plate appearances in his age-31 season. He has picked up the slack recently with three multi-hit games in his last five contests.
Jun 2 2021Rendon went 3-for-5 with a double and five RBI in Tuesday's 8-1 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon remains without a home run in his 19 games since returning from the injured list May 14, but the veteran third baseman at least stepped up as a run producer in the Angels' resounding win. The five RBI exceeded his combined total (three) from the aforementioned 19-game period, which illustrates Rendon's prolonged slump at plate of late, as well as the Angels' collective struggles as an offense. The Halos will likely remain one of baseball's weaker lineups so long as Mike Trout (calf) is on the shelf, but Rendon still looks like a decent buy-low candidate, given that he's currently sitting on a career-low .257 BABIP, along with the fact that his strikeout rate (16.8 percent) isn't up dramatically from past seasons.
May 17 2021Rendon went 3-for-4 with an RBI in Monday's 7-4 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon entered Monday's game in a 1-for-11 skid since he was activated off the injured list but knocked three singles against Cleveland. He raised his season slash line to .274/.349/.425 with 12 RBI through 83 plate appearances. It was his first multi-hit game since May 1.
May 14 2021Rendon (knee) was activated off the injured list Friday and will be in the lineup against the Red Sox, Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's bruised left knee will wind up sidelining him for the minimum 10 days. He'd previously spent time on the injured list with a groin injury. Those absences have limited him to just 15 games this season, in which he's hit .276/.348/.466.
May 11 2021Rendon (knee) said there's a chance he could be activated from the injured list during the three-game series at Boston this weekend, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old resumed light baseball activities Monday, so it's a bit of a surprise to hear a return this weekend is a realistic possibility. Rendon did some jogging Tuesday and had no issues while fielding grounders and taking swings Monday. He'll likely need to ramp up his progression over the next few days to have a chance of playing against the Red Sox.
May 10 2021Rendon (knee) has resumed light baseball activities, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was placed on the 10-day injured list with a bruised left knee Wednesday, and manager Joe Maddon has said that the third baseman could return when he's first eligible Friday. Rendon will take grounders Monday and could continue to ramp up his activities in the coming days.
May 8 2021Manager Joe Maddon said it's "not out of the question" Rendon (knee) is activated from the injured list when first eligible Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old is only a couple days removed from being placed on the injured list with a bruised left knee, and it's a good sign he hasn't been ruled out beyond the 10-day minimum. Rendon may still end up spending more than 10 days on the shelf, but it doesn't appear he's ticketed for a lengthy absence.
May 5 2021Rendon (knee) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old had an MRI come back clean Wednesday, but he'll still be sidelined for the next week-plus with a left knee contusion after fouling a ball off his leg Monday. Rendon will be eligible to return May 14, though it's unclear if he's expected to be healthy by that point. Jose Rojas and Phil Gosselin are options at third base for the Halos in the meantime.
May 4 2021Rendon (knee) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old suffered a bruise on his left knee when he fouled a ball off his leg Monday, and he'll be sidelined for at least one game due to the injury. Phil Gosselin had his contract selected and will start at third base Tuesday for the Halos.
May 3 2021Rendon (knee) went 1-for-3 with a solo homer before leaving Monday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon went deep off Tyler Glasnow in the sixth inning but was helped off the field after fouling a ball off his knee in the eighth. He has two homers and eight during his current five-game hitting streak. The 30-year-old will be questionable for Tuesday's contest against Tampa Bay.
May 2 2021Rendon went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, two total runs scored and four total RBI in a 10-5 win over Seattle on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon contributed mightily to a big day by the Angels' offense, finishing with three hits for the first time this season. He knocked in a pair of runs with a second-inning double and later accounted for the team's final tallies with a two-run homer to left field in the fourth frame. The big game pushed Rendon's slash line to .269/.339/.423 overall. He has two homers and 10 RBI.
Apr 28 2021Rendon went 1-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored Wednesday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon stepped to the dish with runners on second and third in the first inning, and he delivered a two-run single. That was his only hit of the game as well as his first since returning from the injured list Monday. Through 50 plate appearances this season, Rendon is hitting .233/.320/.302 with one home run, five RBI and six runs scored.
Apr 27 2021Rendon went 0-for-4 with a walk and a pair of strikeouts in a win over the Rangers on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran first baseman was clearly rusty after missing over two weeks with a groin injury, rendering him unable to join the Angels' 16-hit attack against Texas. He struck out twice for the first time this season but did draw his sixth walk of the campaign. Rendon stayed in the game for the entire contest, so it appears that he emerged without any setbacks and should be good to go moving forward.
Apr 26 2021Rendon (groin) was activated from the 10-day injured list and is starting Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon had been on the 10-day injured list since April 12 due to a left groin strain, but he'll play third base and bat fourth in Monday's series opener against Texas. Luis Rengifo was sent down by the Angels in a corresponding move.
Apr 25 2021Angels manager Joe Maddon said Rendon (groin) will likely be activated from the 10-day injured list Monday or Tuesday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon wasn't able to make it back from the IL for the Angels' weekend series in Houston, but he appears to have made continued progress in his recovery from the left groin strain nonetheless. The Angels could put him through some sort of pregame workout Monday before deciding whether to activate him for the series opener in Texas or delay his return for another day. Jose Rojas and Luis Rengifo have been the primary replacements at third base since Rendon landed on the IL on April 12.
Apr 22 2021Rendon (groin) is likely to be activated in time for the team's series beginning Monday at Texas, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is reportedly very close to a return, though it appears the team will be cautious with one of its key players. As a result, he may miss the remainder of the team's series in Houston. Jose Rojas and Luis Rengifo should continue to fill in during his absence.
Apr 21 2021Angels manager Joe Maddon said that Rendon (groin) doesn't have a definitive return date from the 10-day injured list, but the skipper believes the third baseman is "getting really, really close" to being activated, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Maddon's comments came after Rendon went through some light pregame work on the field Wednesday, which included fielding grounders and throwing across the diamond. The Angels may want to see Rendon ramp up his running program before they're comfortable activating him, but he at least looks to be in the day-to-day stage of his recovery at this point. It's not out of the question for Rendon to make his return to the lineup at some point during the Angels' four-game series in Houston over the weekend.
Apr 19 2021Rendon (groin) began baseball activities Monday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was able to hit off a tee and did some light throwing and fielding drills. He got through the workout without issues, though it doesn't appear as though he'll be ready to go when first eligible to return from the injured list Wednesday. The Angels have yet to provide a clear timetable for his return.
Apr 17 2021Rendon (groin) has not resumed baseball activities since being placed on the 10-day injured list Monday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old is eligible to return from the injured list Wednesday, though it's unclear if he'll be fully recovered from the groin strain by that point. Rendon likely will need to resume baseball activities within the next couple days to have a chance of being activated Wednesday.
Apr 12 2021Rendon (groin) was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon felt something in his left groin Saturday against the Blue Jays. He was initially considered day-to-day but has since been diagnosed with a strain that's significant enough to cost him at least 10 days. Jose Rojas will start in his place Monday against the Royals and appears to be the top option at the hot corner in his absence.
Apr 11 2021Manager Joe Maddon said he doesn't anticipate Rendon (groin) will be in the lineup for Monday's series opener in Kansas City, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was scheduled to sit out Sunday's game against the Blue Jays before it was ultimately rained out, but the Angels apparently aren't counting on the third baseman to fully move past the injury after one day off. The 30-year-old will travel with the Angels to Kansas City and is being viewed as day-to-day, but he'll likely need to demonstrate some sort of progress in his recovery during the remainder of the road trip to avoid a stint on the injured list.
Apr 10 2021Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's fourth-inning solo shot was a small murmur of protest against a Toronto team that ran away with a 15-1 victory, but it was nonetheless a welcome sign after the star third baseman had gone through his first 27 at-bats of the campaign without an extra-base hit. Despite the lack of power, Rendon has reached base at a strong .378 clip.
Apr 6 2021Rendon will sit Tuesday against Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon started the first four games of the season at third base, going 4-for-18 at the plate. The veteran will rest for Tuesday's afternoon contest, with Jose Rojas making his first career start in his absence.
Mar 5 2021Rendon didn't play in Friday's exhibition contest against Oakland, and the Angels plan to take it slow with him early in the spring due to a recent issue with general soreness, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The organization doesn't appear to be concerned about the soreness Rendon felt at the start of spring training, and manager Joe Maddon emphasized Friday that the star third baseman is not injured. He'll likely ramp up as spring continues and should be a full-go by Opening Day.
Mar 3 2021Rendon (undisclosed) is starting Wednesday's Cactus League matchup against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was held out of the first few spring games of the season due to what was described as "soreness," but he'll play third base and bat fourth against Texas on Wednesday. Barring any setbacks, the 30-year-old should still have plenty of time to prepare for Opening Day following his brief absence.
Mar 2 2021Rendon (soreness) will likely play his first spring training game either Wednesday or Thursday, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has thus far been held out of action due to what has been described only as "soreness," but the issue appears to be a minor one given his looming debut. The veteran third baseman is slated to be a key offensive cog as the Angels' cleanup hitter behind Mike Trout.
Mar 1 2021Rendon won't play in Monday's Cactus League contest against the White Sox due to soreness, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is heading into his age-31 season and hasn't had a perfect health track record in recent seasons, missing 11.9 percent of his team's games over the last four years. There haven't been any indications that this particular injury is anything serious, however, so this is probably just an example of the Angels being extra cautious with their early-spring lineups. Rendon has plenty of time to get up to speed by Opening Day, which is now exactly a month away.
Feb 23 2021Rendon arrived at camp Monday, Trent Rush of Angels Radio AM830 reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There had been some concern that weather issues in Texas would delay Rendon's arrival, but he was ultimately able to report on the same day as the rest of the Angels' position players. The third baseman will look to build upon a solid first season in Los Angeles during which he slashed .286/.418/.497 with nine home runs and 31 RBI.
Feb 21 2021Rendon could have a late arrival to spring camp due to the inclement weather in Texas, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With much of Texas still dealing with the ramifications of a severe winter storm, Rendon is not guaranteed to be able to make it to camp on time. The delay -- if there is one -- is unlikely to affect the veteran's preparation for the coming campaign given that camp is still in its earliest days.
Sep 27 2020Rendon is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both Rendon and Mike Trout close out the year with back-to-back absences after the Angels were officially eliminated from postseason contention Friday. Rendon had a good fantasy season; his season was far better by real-world measures. In fact, Rendon currently sits fifth in all of MLB in fWAR (2.8).
Sep 26 2020Rendon will sit Saturday against the Dodgers, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Angels are resting a few key players after getting officially eliminated from playoff contention Friday. David Fletcher moves to third base in his absence, with Elliot Soto serving as the shortstop.
Sep 17 2020Rendon 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Thursday's 7-3 victory over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon smacked his ninth home run of the season in the first inning and the Angels never looked back. Rendon has seen his slugging percentage drop by over .080 points from 2019, but is carrying a career-high 16.8 BB percentage to compensate. His season average sits at .282 as the Angels welcome the Rangers starting Friday.
Sep 9 2020Rendon went 1-for-2 with two walks and an RBI on Wednesday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon delivered an RBI single in the opening frame and has now driven in six runners across his last four starts. He's put up a strong .291/.434/.530 line with eight home runs, 21 runs scored and 25 RBI across 168 plate appearances for the season.
Sep 6 2020Rendon went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer in Sunday's 9-5 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's eighth home run of the season was a two-run shot in the third inning Sunday, tying the contest up at 3-3. The 30-year-old slugger is enjoying a solid first season with the Angels, slashing .292/.425/.538 with 24 RBI and 15 extra-base hits in 160 plate appearances.
Sep 5 2020Rendon isn't in the lineup for the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will get a breather for Saturday's matinee, but he should be available for Game 2. Franklin Barreto will start at third base in the first game.
Aug 25 2020Rendon isn't in the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon went hitless in three at-bats during the first portion of the twin bill, and he'll take a seat for the second game. David Fletcher will shift to the hot corner with Luis Rengifo starting at second base.
Aug 22 2020Rendon went 4-for-5 with an RBI in Friday's loss to Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon notched four singles in the contest, one of which knocked home the Angels' first run in the fifth inning. The performance extended Rendon's hitting streak to 11 games -- a stretch in which he has lifted his batting average from .103 to .321. The third baseman has collected multiple hits in each of his last five contests, going 14-for-22 (.636) over that stretch.
Aug 21 2020Rendon went 3-for-5 with two RBI in Thursday's loss against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was dealing with a sore wrist Thursday afternoon and admitted he "didn't feel great", but that didn't seem to affect him as he notched his fourth straight multi-hit game. Rendon is currently riding a 10-game hitting streak in which he's batting .486 with a 1.531 OPS.
Aug 20 2020Rendon is experiencing pain in his left wrist but doesn't expect the issue to cause him to miss any time, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon took a hard groundball off his left wrist in the third inning of Wednesday's matchup against the Giants but stayed in the game and produced a pair of hits. However, he was in noticeable pain after at least one swing and said Thursday that the wrist "doesn't feel great." Nonetheless, Rendon doesn't appear set to miss any games due to the issue, so he should be able to continue trying to build upon his current nine-game hitting streak.
Aug 16 2020Rendon went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Sunday's 8-3 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the fifth time in six games, Rendon put a ball in the seats, this time taking Dodgers starter Dustin May deep in the fourth inning. In 18 games this year, Rendon has six homers, 11 RBI, 13 runs scored and a .203 batting average. He's hit safely in the last six games, going 8-for-20 (.400) with six walks in that span.
Aug 15 2020Rendon went 1-for-2 with a home run and two walks in Friday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon took Clayton Kershaw deep in the bottom of the fifth inning, and that was the only hit the Angels could muster against the star left-hander. Rendon has endured a tough start to his Angels tenure, but he has been turning things around of late and is currently riding a four-game hitting streak while also homering in each of his last four games.
Aug 12 2020Rendon went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Wednesday's 8-4 loss to Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old brought the Halos within one run during the sixth inning with his solo shot to center field, but the offense was unable to muster any more scoring. Rendon has struggled finding base hits early in the season, but he has a 25 percent walk rate and went 5-for-11 with homers in all three games of the series against the A's.
Aug 11 2020Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in Tuesday's victory over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second consecutive contest, Rendon produced a pair of hits -- including a home run -- following a six-game hitless streak that saw his average plummet to .103. The slugger has raised his average 71 points by notching four hits in his last seven at-bats, and he has also collected three walks and three RBI over the last two games.
Aug 9 2020Rendon went 0-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout in Saturday's loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After homering in his first game as an Angel and notching a hit in four of his first six contests, Rendon has gone ice cold. He has failed to produce a base knock in each of his last five games, going 0-for-16 over that stretch. On the season, the team's prized offseason acquisition is hitting a paltry .111, though he has a healthy .373 OBP due to drawing 13 walks.
Jul 29 2020Rendon went 1-for-3 with two walks, a two-run home run and an additional run scored in Tuesday's 10-2 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon hit the ground running in his Angels debut after missing the team's first four games due to an oblique injury. While he was lifted for a defensive replacement in the ninth inning and the Angels may sit Rendon here or there in the weeks ahead out of an abundance of caution, this performance suggests the oblique is not going to hinder his production to a significant extent.
Jul 28 2020Rendon (oblique) is starting at third base and batting third Tuesday against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Joe Maddon previously said he expected the 30-year-old to make his season debut Tuesday, and he's now confirmed to be in the starting nine. Rendon missed the first four games of the season with the oblique issue, but he's now set to take the field for the first time with the Angels after signing a massive $245 million contract in the offseason.
Jul 27 2020Rendon (oblique) is expected to start Tuesday's game against the Mariners, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This lines up with previous reports that he was close to getting the start Monday and wouldn't debut later than Wednesday. Rendon should assume a prominent spot in the lineup for his Angels debut
Jul 26 2020Rendon (oblique) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game at Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old will sit for the third straight game to begin the season as he continues his recovery from the oblique issue sustained in summer camp. Rendon fielded grounders and took batting practice prior to Saturday's contest and is scheduled for increased work Sunday, so he appears to be trending toward his return. David Fletcher receives another start at third base in his place.
Jul 25 2020Rendon (oblique) remains on the bench Saturday against Oakland but is feeling better and will take groundballs on the field prior to the game, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon has been dealing with a tight oblique for just over a week. The issue never appeared particularly serious, and he avoided a trip to the injured list, so it sounds as though he could be making his Angels debut sometime soon. David Fletcher again starts at the hot corner Saturday.
Jul 24 2020Rendon (oblique) took swings and played catch Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon wasn't ready for Friday's Opening Day matchup against the Athletics, but he was able to get some on-field work in and remains day-to-day. Manager Joe Maddon said Friday that Rendon is progressing in his recovery. The 30-year-old didn't appear in any of the Angels' exhibition games while battling oblique tightness.
Jul 23 2020The Angels included Rendon (oblique) on their season-opening 30-man roster released Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon will at least temporarily avoid the 10-day injured list while he battles a tight oblique, but manager Joe Maddon has already ruled out the high-priced third baseman for the Angels' Opening Day game Friday versus the Athletics. The Angels' training staff will likely monitor Rendon's condition on a day-to-day basis before determining when he might be fit to make his season and team debut. David Fletcher and Matt Thaiss are expected to serve as the primary options at the hot corner until Rendon is good to go.
Jul 22 2020Rendon (oblique) won't play Opening Day against the Athletics on Friday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon's status heading into the start of the regular season has been uncertain while he's dealing with oblique tightness, but manager Joe Maddon confirmed Wednesday that he won't be ready for Opening Day. Maddon said that he could miss "a couple" of games but is still uncertain about a potential trip to the injured list. David Fletcher and Matt Thaiss could see increased roles in Rendon's absence.
Jul 20 2020Manager Joe Maddon is unsure if Rendon (oblique) will be ready for Friday's season opener against the Athletics, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman was still dealing with oblique soreness Monday and is unlikely to play in either of the Angels' upcoming exhibition games Tuesday or Wednesday. David Fletcher and Matt Thaiss are likely candidates to fill in at third base if Rendon is unavailable to begin the season.
Jul 19 2020Manager Joe Maddon said he is confident Rendon (oblique) will be ready for Opening Day, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It is unclear if Rendon will be ready to play in any of the Padres' three upcoming exhibition games Monday through Wednesday. Maddon said Rendon is feeling better but there is no timetable for him to return to exhibition play.
Jul 18 2020Manager Joe Maddon said Rendon (oblique) is considered day-to-day, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran third baseman was scratched from Friday's intrasquad action with oblique tightness, and the team is remaining cautious only a day later. Rendon has no official timeline for his return, though Maddon indicated he could still be ready for Friday's season opener at Oakland.
Jul 17 2020Rendon was scratched from Friday's intrasquad matchup with oblique tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon was healthy over the start of camp while preparing for his first season in Los Angeles, but he's considered day-to-day after being scratched from Friday's intrasquad lineup with oblique tightness. The team should gain a better idea over the coming days as to whether the injury will impact Rendon's availability for Opening Day on July 24.
Mar 1 2020Rendon went 1-for-1 with a three-run home run in Sunday's Cactus League contest against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon took Ross Detwiler deep in the first inning for his first homer in an Angels uniform. He was also hit by a pitch in the third inning and exited the game in the fourth after feeling soreness in his left hamstring, though Rendon indicated the soreness was merely a result of being struck by the pitch. He's scheduled for an off day Monday and should return to the lineup shortly thereafter.
Feb 20 2020Rendon (personal) is expected to return to Angels camp on Saturday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon flew back to his home state of Texas on Wednesday to be with his wife, who is set to give birth to the couple's second child. After taking a few days off to spend time with his expanding family, Rendon will return to Arizona to resume preparations for his first season with the Angels. Expect him to make his team and Cactus League debut at some point next week.
Feb 19 2020Rendon is expected to leave camp "for a few days" to be with his wife when she gives birth to the couple's second child, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The absence clearly won't affect Rendon's standing with the team or readiness for the regular season. The 29-year-old is expected to add a significant boost to the Angels' lineup after signing a seven-year, $245 million contract with the team in December.
Dec 11 2019Rendon signed a seven-year, $245 million contract with the Angels on Wednesday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old is fresh off a World Series victory with the Nationals and is now set to receive $35 million per year from the Angels. Rendon finished third in National League MVP voting behind Cody Bellinger and Christian Yelich in 2019, as he put forth the best numbers of his career with a .319/.412/.598 slash line, 44 doubles, 34 home runs and 126 RBI in 146 games. Rendon will take over at the hot corner for the Halos in Joe Maddon's first season as the club's manager.
Nov 14 2019Rendon rejected a qualifying offer from the Nationals on Thursday, making him a free agent, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The finalist for the National League MVP will likely receive much more than the one-year, $17.8 million price tag associated with the qualifying offer, so it isn't surprising to see Rendon enter free agency. The Nationals will receive draft-pick compensation if Rendon signs elsewhere, but the market for the 29-year-old should still be appealing.
Nov 4 2019Rendon received a qualifying offer from Washington on Monday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Rendon is due to make far more than the one-year, $17.8 million that the qualifying offer entails. The team who signs him will now have to give up a draft pick, with the Nationals set to receive draft-pick compensation, though that won't dull the star third baseman's market by a meaningful amount.
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Jul 24 2019Rendon went 1-for-3 with a walk and a solo home run in a 3-2 win over the Rockies during the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 18 2019Rendon went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored, one RBI and a walk during Thursday's 13-4 win over the Braves.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 16 2019Rendon went 2-for-4 with two doubles, one run scored and two RBI in Tuesday's 8-1 win over the Orioles. He was also hit by a pitch.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 30 2019Rendon went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored in a 2-1 win over Detroit on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Rendon went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored in Sundays' 2-1 win over Detroit.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 29 2019Rendon went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and two RBI in a 7-5 loss against the Tigers on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 20 2019Rendon went 2-for-3 with a walk, double, solo home run and two runs scored Thursday against the Phillies.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 17 2019Rendon went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run and two additional runs scored in Sunday's rout of the Diamondbacks.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Rendon went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two RBI in Friday's win over Arizona.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 12 2019Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk, two home runs and three RBI in Tuesday's 7-5 loss to the White Sox.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Rendon went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in a victory over the Padres on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Rendon went 2-for-4 with a home run, five RBI and a walk during a 9-5 victory against the White Sox on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 3 2019Rendon went 3-for-4 with a walk, a run scored and an RBI in Sunday's win over the Reds.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 26 2019Rendon went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, a walk and two runs scored Sunday against the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 25 2019Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double, a home run, three runs scored and two RBI in Friday's win over the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Rendon went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk Sunday in the Nationals' 6-5 loss to the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Rendon went 2-for-2 with two walks, a double, a solo home run and a second run scored in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Mets.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 17 2019Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer, a walk and two runs scored Friday against the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 16 2019Rendon went 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles, two runs and an RBI in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Mets.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 8 2019Rendon went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts and a HBP before being ejected for arguing balls and strikes in the seventh inning of Tuesday's loss to the Brewers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Rendon (elbow) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game against the Brewers, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 6 2019Manager Dave Martinez said Rendon (elbow) will be activated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, \"barring any setbacks,\" Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 12 2018Rendon went 3-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI and three runs scored Thursday against the Mets.Rendon was a one-man wrecking crew Thursday, accounting for all three of the earned runs that Steven Matz allowed by launching home runs in each of his first two at-bats. He now has 15 home runs for the season, nine of which have come since June 21. That stretch has brought his slugging percentage up to .534, equaling the career-best mark he set in 2017.
Jul 8 2018Rendon is out of the lineup for Sunday's series finale against the Marlins, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon had started 46 consecutive games for the Nationals, so this is just likely a rest day for the third baseman. The 28-year-old has a .280/.347/.511 slash line with 12 home runs in 264 at-bats. Mark Reynolds draws the start at third base in his stead Sunday.
Jun 30 2018Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Saturday during the Nationals' loss to the Phillies.The infielder left the yard for the second straight night, planting a no-doubter into the left field stands off Tommy Hunter to bring Washington within a run in the sixth inning. His 11th launch of the year was also his fifth in nine games, and he marked all of his blasts for June in that stretch. In those nine contests to close out the month, he went 13-for-38 (.342), elevating his yearlong slash line to a sterling .292/.356/.530 in 264 plate appearances.
Jun 30 2018Rendon went 3-for-6 with two doubles, a home run, three runs scored and three RBI in Friday's rout of the Phillies.He was right in the thick of a 17-run, seven-homer explosion from the Nats offense, continuing a hot streak that has seen Rendon slash .400/.433/.782 over his last 14 games with eight multi-hit performances, 13 extra-base hits (nine doubles, four home runs), 11 RBI and 12 runs. On the season, the 28-year-old now boasts a .289/.354/.517 slash line with 10 homers, 33 runs and 34 RBI in 60 games.
Jun 24 2018Rendon went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two RBI in Washington's 8-6 victory over the Phillies on Sunday.Rendon is on fire right now, as this long ball was his third in his last four contests. Overall, he's now hit safely in eight straight games, logging multi-hit efforts in six of them. The 28-year-old third baseman got off to a bit of a slow start, partially due to a toe injury that required a stint on the disabled list, but his .288/.358/.507 slash line is now looking a lot more like what fantasy owners thought it would coming into the season.
Jun 23 2018Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Phillies.The blast was his second in three games and eighth of the year. Rendon's hit safely in seven straight games and eight of nine, boosting his slash line to .286/.357/.490, and even after missing 19 games earlier in the year with a toe injury, the 28-year-old is still nearly on pace for his third straight 20-homer campaign.
Jun 19 2018Rendon went 2-for-4 with a double, three RBI and a run scored Tuesday against the Orioles.Rendon drove in a run on a sacrifice fly in the fifth inning and plated a couple more with an RBI double in the seventh. The third baseman hit just .179 through the first 10 games in June but has now collected multi-hit games in four of his last five starts. Rendon is slashing .277/.351/.462 with six homers and 27 on the year. He should see plenty of run-producing opportunities moving forward while hitting behind the likes of Adam Eaton, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper.
Jun 16 2018Rendon went 3-for-4 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Friday's 6-5 loss to the Blue Jays.The third baseman snapped an 0-for-10 mini-slump over his prior three games with the performance. In fact, aside from a four-hit game June 6, Rendon's had a sluggish month so far, slashing .233/.277/.302 through 11 games in June with seven RBI and seven runs. As long as he's hitting cleanup in a strong Nats batting order, he should remain fairly productive even if the hits aren't falling in consistently.
Jun 9 2018Rendon went 1-for-4 with a run scored, one walk and two RBI Saturday against the Giants.Rendon drove in a run during the first inning, and he hit into a fielder's choice in the second to plate another. Over his last three games, Rendon has gone 6-for-13 with two doubles and five RBI. Rendon figures to see plenty of opportunities moving forward as Washington's starting third baseman, especially if he continues to put up decent numbers at the plate (.267/.344/.461 slash line with six homers and 22 RBI through 43 games).
Jun 6 2018Rendon went 4-for-5 with two doubles, three RBI and four runs scored in Wednesday's win over the Rays.Rendon's big day came on his 28th birthday. The third baseman put the Nationals up early with his two-run double in the first inning, and he helped extend the lead with an RBI-double in the sixth frame. Rendon, who had just one hit through 16 at-bats this month prior to Wednesday's four-hit performance, is now slashing .268/.345/.471 with six homers, 20 RBI and 18 runs through 41 games.
May 31 2018Rendon went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBI Thursday against the Braves.Rendon drove in both of the Nationals' runs on the night, driving in Trea Turner twice, one on a sacrifice fly and the other on a single. While he hasn't homered since his hot performance against the Orioles, Rendon has recorded hits in eight of his past 10 games and has seen his average rise from .248 to .272 in that span.
May 28 2018Rendon went 2-for-5 with a three-run homer and an additional run scored in Monday's win over the Orioles.Rendon is starting to find a groove at the dish, as Monday marked his first three-RBI contest of the season while he's tallied two homers and four doubles across his last five games. He's now slashing a solid .272/.359/.496 across 33 games this season and will look to stay dialed in at the plate.
May 28 2018Rendon went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double and a solo home run in Sunday's win over the Marlins.The third baseman is heating up, slashing .348/.423/.609 over the last six games with four of his eight hits (three doubles and the homer) going for extra bases. Rendon's overall fantasy numbers remain lackluster on the season, but it's just a matter of time before the 27-year-old goes on an extended tear at the plate.
May 13 2018Rendon is out of the lineup Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Following his return from a toe injury May 5, Rendon started in each of the Nationals' eight contest, going 7-for-29 (.241 average) with a pair of home runs and six RBI. Rendon will just be getting a maintenance day for Sunday's series finale, opening up third base for Wilmer Difo.
May 10 2018Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's loss to the Padres.His fourth-inning blast to straightaway center field off Joey Lucchesi accounted for the Nats' only run on the night. Rendon has been on fire since coming off the disabled list, slashing .333/.429/.611 in five games as he looks to make up for lost time.
May 8 2018Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk, two doubles, two runs scored and an RBI in Monday's win over the Padres.With Bryce Harper getting a day off, Rendon moved up to hit third Monday and had his first multi-hit performance since coming off the disabled list. The 27-year-old has quickly shaken off any rust from his toe injury, and he seems headed for a very productive summer.
May 7 2018Rendon went 1-for-4 with two RBI in Sunday's win over the Phillies.His bases-loaded single to left in the eighth inning was one of the key hits in the Nats' come-from-behind victory, and was also his first hit since coming off the disabled list Saturday. Rendon now sports a .274/.357/.387 slash line through 16 games this season, but expect his power numbers to rise quickly once he's back in rhythm at the plate.
May 5 2018Rendon (toe) was activated from the 10-day DL and will play third base and bat second against Philadelphia on Saturday.Rendon played in two minor-league rehab contests over the past couple days for High-A Potomac, and appears to be at 100 percent after going down with a toe injury April 13. Though Rendon will immediately step back into his role as the everyday third baseman, expect him to receive a few days off over the next week or so as manager Davey Martinez attempts to keep him fresh in the midst of the team's nine day stretch without a scheduled off day. In a corresponding move, Adrian Sanchez was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.
May 4 2018Rendon (toe) will play third base and bat third during Friday's game with High-A Potomac.There was a chance that Rendon would only need one rehab game, but he will play with the High-A team for a second straight day after going 2-for-4 with a double and one RBI during Thursday's outing. The 27-year-old will make a return to the field after serving as the designated hitter Thursday. Looking ahead, there's a realistic chance that Rendon will be activated from the DL on Saturday.
May 2 2018Rendon (toe) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Potomac on Thursday, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.Depending on how his toe feels, Rendon will either spend one or two games in the minors. As such, Rendon could be back in the lineup as soon as Friday. Either way, it seems like third baseman's activation from the disabled list is imminent.
May 1 2018Rendon (toe) is expected to begin a rehab assignment in the coming days, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.There had been some hope that Rendon would be ready to begin his rehab assignment Tuesday. However, it looks like the Nationals want Rendon to have a bit more time to ensure that his toe is fully healthy after he went through a series of rigorous workouts over the weekend. With this latest news, Rendon looks to be on track to come off the disabled list at some point next week.
Apr 30 2018Rendon (toe) could embark on a rehab assignment as soon as Tuesday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.This certainly seems like a step in the right direction at face value, though the third baseman was reportedly sore Sunday after a vigorous workout Saturday. The team may opt to continue taking the cautious approach with Rendon, so it seems like he won't be back in the lineup until later this week at the earliest.
Apr 29 2018Nationals manager Dave Martinez suggested that Rendon (toe) is unlikely to be activated from the 10-day disabled list ahead of Monday's game against the Pirates, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Rendon was first eligible to return from the DL on Sunday against the Nationals, but the club felt the third baseman needed a little more time to recover from the left toe injury. The 27-year-old was able to complete an on-field workout Sunday, reinforcing Martinez's belief that Rendon is coming along well and is close to returning. Rendon will likely do some more activity Monday with the hope of gaining clearance to play the following day.
Apr 29 2018Rendon (toe) was eligible to return Sunday against the Diamondbacks but he isn't in the starting lineup, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon likely wasn't included in Sunday's lineup because the team wanted to see how his toe responded to Saturday's workout. He's eligible to come off the 10-day disabled list and should return to the field in the near future.
Apr 27 2018Rendon (toe) is expected to partake in baseball activities Friday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon was also seen playing catch and testing his left foot before Friday's game, according to Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports. It seems like the star third baseman is progressing well in his rehab program, making it seem like he's relatively close to returning to game action of some sort.
Apr 22 2018Rendon (toe) was placed on the disabled list Sunday, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.It had looked like Rendon was close to returning, as he'd been available from the bench to pinch hit Saturday. Although he's been out for eight consecutive games, his move to the DL can only be backdated three days, so he'll remain out for at least seven more. Until he returns to full health, Wilmer Difo will likely see regular playing time at third base. In a corresponding move, Austin Adams was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse.
Apr 22 2018Rendon (toe) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Dodgers, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.This will mark the eighth consecutive game in which Rendon has been withheld from the starting lineup, as Wilmer Difo will draw the start at the hot corner and hit eighth. Rendon was available to pinch hit Saturday, so it's likely that he's available from the bench for Sunday's game as well.
Apr 21 2018Rendon (toe) is available to pinch hit Saturday against the Dodgers, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.The third baseman is being held out of the lineup for the seventh game in a row, but it seems like the team is confident enough in his health to let him come off the bench if need be. Wilmer Difo will start at the hot corner in his place, but it seems like Rendon is getting closer to a return.
Apr 21 2018Rendon (toe) remains out of the lineup Saturday against the Dodgers.Rendon has been out for seven straight games after fouling a pitch off his toe more than a week ago. The Nationals probably wish they had placed him on the disabled list right away, as he'd be nearly eligible to return, but since DL stints can only be backdated by three days, he'd be out at least a week if the Nationals decide to place him on the DL now. Wilmer Difo will get another start at third base in his place.
Apr 20 2018Rendon (toe) is not in the lineup Friday against the Dodgers.This is the sixth game in a row that Rendon will miss after fouling a ball off his toe a week ago. No word on how soon he'll return to the lineup has emerged, though the extended absence certainly isn't a good sign. Wilmer Difo will man the hot corner once again in his absence.
Apr 18 2018Rendon (toe) is out of the lineup yet again Wednesday against the Mets.Rendon fouled a pitch off his toe Friday and has now missed five straight games. At this point, he's missed half the time that he would have been out if he was placed on the disabled list right away, but since DL stints can only be backdated by three days, he'd have to miss a full week if the Nationals decide to go that route. Washington has an off day Thursday, so it's possible that with one more day of rest he'll be good to go Friday against the Dodgers.
Apr 17 2018Rendon (toe) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Mets.This marks the fourth consecutive game in which Rendon will not start. It doesn't seem like the Nationals plan to put him on the disabled list, but since the team can only backdate a DL stint three days, a decision may have to be made on that front sooner rather than later. Wilmer Difo will take over at third base Tuesday to replace him.
Apr 16 2018Rendon (toe) is out of the lineup for the third straight day Monday against the Mets, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon has been out since fouling a pitch off his toe Friday. His X-rays were negative, which suggests he shouldn't be out long, but he remains out of the lineup. Wilmer Difo will again start at third base in his place.
Apr 15 2018Rendon (toe) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Rockies.Rendon will be withheld from the lineup for a second consecutive game after fouling a pitch off his toe Friday. The injury isn't expected to sideline him for long, but the team will exercise caution with its star third baseman in the interim. Wilmer Difo will handle third base duties in his absence.
Apr 14 2018Rendon (toe) is out of the lineup against the Rockies on Saturday.Rendon was removed from Friday's contest after fouling a pitch off his left toe. He did undergo X-rays, which came back clean, but manager Davey Martinez will give the third baseman a day off to recover. In his place, Matt Reynolds will draw a start at the hot corner.
Apr 13 2018Rendon exited Friday's loss to the Rockies after fouling a pitch off his left toe, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.The good news for Rendon is that X-rays came back negative, but his status for Saturday's game remains uncertain. The 27-year-old will see how he feels in the morning and determine his status from. Wilmer Difo is the likely candidate to step in at third base if Rendon -- who should be considered day-to-day -- is ultimately unable to play Saturday.
Apr 10 2018Rendon is batting fourth Tuesday against the Braves.Rendon has batted second in each of the Nationals' first ten games, but the Nationals apparently want to get his bat into more run-producing opportunities. The third baseman is hitting .310 with a homer and four RBI so far, but if he stays at this spot in the order, his RBI opportunities could increase a bit.
Apr 5 2018Rendon went 3-for-3 with two doubles, an RBI and a walk in Thursday's loss to the Mets.Rendon was the only bright spot in an otherwise rough showing for the Nationals, as the third baseman produced half of the team's hits and had a hand in both runs scored. He has now collected a hit in all seven games this season and is slashing .290/.353/.452 through 34 plate appearances.
Apr 2 2018Rendon went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 6-5 win over the Reds.His first-inning shot was his first of the season, and Rendon got the ball rolling on what ended up being a four-homer day for the Nats. The third baseman is just 3-for-13 to begin the year, but Sunday's blast could signal the beginning of one of his patented hot streaks.
Mar 30 2018Rendon is batting second and playing third base Friday against the Reds.Rendon batted second on nine occasions for the Nationals last season, but former manager Dusty Baker's old-school lineups saw Rendon bat sixth more often than any other spot (73 times). New manager Dave Martinez appears to be favoring on-base percentage at the top, with Adam Eaton leading off and Rendon batting second. The 27-year-old had the best offensive season of his career last season, hitting .301/.403/.533 with 25 homers in 147 games. If Friday's lineup is a preview of things to come and Rendon sticks in the second spot, expect a shift from RBI to runs, which won't effect his overall fantasy value much. The more significant effect will be an increase in his total number of plate appearances, which should slightly boost all of his counting stats.
Mar 20 2018Rendon went 2-for-3 with a double and a run scored in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.Tony Two-Bags is still looking for his first homer of the spring, but he's otherwise had little difficulty getting locked in at the plate this spring, going 10-for-28 through 13 games. New Nats manager Dave Martinez seems to have Rendon ticketed for the cleanup spot in the lineup, and hitting behind Trea Turner and Bryce Harper on a regular basis should give him more than enough opportunities to post his second consecutive 100-RBI campaign.
Mar 8 2018Rendon has primarily hit cleanup for the Nationals through five spring starts. He hit second in the one game where he was not hitting fourth.He primarily hit sixth (296 plate appearances) for the Nationals last season, while also getting starts hitting fifth (131 plate appearances), third (65 plate appearances), fourth (59 plate appearances), second (43 plate appearances) and seventh (10 plate appearances). It was a bit of a running joke that former manager Dusty Baker batted Rendon outside the top four in the Nationals' lineup, and it seems he is being groomed for a more prominent spot in 2018. Even with his less-than-optimal placement last year, he still managed 81 runs and 100 RBI. If he is hitting cleanup and can stay relatively healthy, he should improve on both those marks this season.
Jan 12 2018Rendon agreed to a one-year, $12.3 million contract with the Nationals on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon put together an excellent 2017 season and will be handsomely rewarded, as his salary more than doubles in his second year of arbitration eligibility. Last season was Rendon's third full campaign in four years, so he's distancing himself from the health concerns that dogged him earlier in his career, and his plate skills are still improving.
Sep 30 2017Rendon is out of Saturday's lineup against the Pirates, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Most of the other regulars are starting in this one, but Rendon will get a chance to rest after starting the last four games and notching five hits in 14 at-bats over that stretch. Wilmer Difo gets the start at third base and will hit third.
Sep 26 2017Rendon (foot) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Phillies, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.Rendon got a day off Monday in order to give his sore foot a rest, but he is ready to get back in the lineup just one day later. He will man the hot corner like he regularly does and hit third in the Nationals' batting order.
Sep 26 2017Rendon was held out of the lineup Monday with foot soreness, MASN Sports reports.Initially manager Dusty Baker said Rendon was dealing with "general soreness," but he then got more specific, saying Rendon's foot has been bothering him. The skipper went on to add that he is going to "tread lightly between giving [Rendon] time off and giving him ABs." Those in leagues that allow daily lineup changes should check in on Rendon's status throughout the week.
Sep 25 2017Rendon is out of the lineup Monday against the Phillies.The Nationals are just about locked into finishing with the second-best record in the National League, so look for manager Dusty Baker to rest his stars somewhat liberally in the final week of the regular season. Rendon will be joined on the bench Monday by Daniel Murphy, with Wilmer Difo and Adrian Sanchez, respectively, replacing them in the infield.
Sep 22 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Mets, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Manager Dusty Baker is going with his "B" lineup against Robert Gsellman, providing his regulars with one final rest as the NLDS draws near -- the Nats don't have another off day during the regular season. Rendon will be replaced at third base by Adrian Sanchez while Victor Robles bats fifth.
Sep 16 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a walk and a solo homer in Saturday's loss to the Dodgers.After a relatively slow start to the season, Rendon has been lights out, posting an OPS just south of 1.000 since the beginning of May. He entered play Saturday with a top-three fWAR in baseball (best in the National League). He's been resting more lately and that may continue over the final weeks of the regular season, but those in weekly lineup leagues should leave him right where he is.
Sep 14 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Braves, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Despite riding a modest five-game hitting streak, Rendon will get the day off as manager Dusty Baker rests his starters ahead of Washington's weekend series against the Dodgers. Adrian Sanchez will draw a start at the hot corner in his stead.
Sep 10 2017Rendon is out of the lineup Sunday against the Phillies.The Nationals are giving many of their regular starters the day off Sunday, and Rendon is no exception. He'll give way to Adrian Sanchez at the hot corner. With no game scheduled for Monday, look for Rendon to return Tuesday against the Braves.
Sep 7 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.Rendon will head to the bench for a breather after starting five straight games at the hot corner, going 5-for-20 (.250) with a homer and five RBI over that span. Wilmer Difo will draw the start at third base in his place, batting second.
Sep 4 2017Rendon went 3-for-4 with a double, a two-run home run and four RBI during Monday's win over Miami.It'll be tough to top Rendon's monster 2014 campaign, but he's really taking a run at doing so this year. He's now up to a .304/.404/.544 slash line with 23 homers, 90 RBI, seven stolen bases and 69 runs. If it wasn't for an underwhelming August (one home run with a .764 OPS), a career-best showing might have been in the cards.
Sep 1 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Friday's game in Milwaukee, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.Rendon will get the day off following seven straight starts at the hot corner, going 10-for-27 (.370 average) with eight RBI during that span. In his place, Wilmer Difo draws the start while batting second in the order.
Aug 30 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double and four RBI in Tuesday's win over the Marlins.His bases-loaded double into the right-center field gap gave the Nats plenty of insurance runs in an eventual 8-3 victory. Rendon is now slashing .323/.405/.484 over his last 18 games, and while he's only homered once in that stretch he's still buoyed his fantasy value with two steals, nine runs and 11 RBI.
Aug 25 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Mets, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.It sounds like the Nationals may have been held up getting back to Washington after their series in Houston wrapped up Thursday night. A number of veterans are sitting, Rendon included, but Rendon should be available off the bench and back in the lineup for Saturday's game. He is batting just .224/.317/.373 so far in August after a .392/.500/.689 month of July.
Aug 16 2017Rendon went 3-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Angels.His bat cooled off a little in late July, and Rendon had a .143/.256/.200 slash line over a 12-game stretch prior to this past weekend's series with the Giants, but he seems to be snapping out of it with six hits in his last four games. Don't be surprised if the 27-year-old catches fire again to close out the regular season.
Aug 11 2017Rendon (illness) is back in the starting lineup Friday, batting sixth and playing third base, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Rendon sat out Thursday's win against Miami due to flu-like symptoms, though he did make an appearance as a pinch-hitter. Regardless, it appears the All-Star third baseman is good to go for this weekend's home stand with the Giants, where he'll be looking to break out of a 2-for-25 slump this month.
Aug 9 2017Manager Dusty Baker said he will give Rendon the day off Thursday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon has apparently been battling an illness recently -- which may help explain his 1-for-12 stretch over his previous four games -- so Baker will give him Thursday's series finale off to help him recover. Howie Kendrick will likely play third base in his stead, though at this point it doesn't sound like Rendon will miss more than one game.
Jul 31 2017Rendon is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Marlins, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Adrian Sanchez will take over at third base and bat eighth against right-hander Jose Urena. Until there's something to suggest otherwise, this should be considered a routine day off for Rendon following 19 consecutive starts. Rendon got off to a bit of a slow start this season, but he's been one of the best hitters in baseball since the beginning of May (.331/.443/.645 with 18 homers and 48:36 BB:K in his last 73 games).
Jul 28 2017Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double, a solo home run and a second run scored in Thursday's shellacking of the Brewers.His magnificent July continues, as the 27-year-old now has a .406/.519/.750 slash line on the month with five homers, 12 runs and 18 RBI in 19 games. It's taken him a few seasons, but a healthy Rendon has now emerged as one of baseball's elite third basemen.
Jul 19 2017Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's win over the Angels.He extended his hitting streak to 12 games, and Rendon is slashing a ridiculous .476/.577/.881 over that stretch with four homers, 14 RBI and eight runs. He's already matched last year's homer total with 20 in 86 games, and his next blast will tie his previous career high.
Jul 17 2017Rendon went 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Sunday's rout of the Reds.That's now three homers and nine RBI in three games coming out of the All-Star break for Rendon, who's hit safely in 14 of his last 15 games with a .434/.524/.830 slash line over that stretch.
Jul 15 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double and an RBI in Friday's win over the Reds.His All-Star snub didn't seem to affect him in the first game after the break, as Rendon extended his current hitting streak to eight games and boosted his slash line on the year to .308/.411/.557.
Jul 15 2017Rendon went 2-for-2 with two home runs and six RBI during Saturday's win over Cincinnati.Rendon has been on a prolonged offensive tear and is now up to 18 homers, 61 RBI and 48 runs with a .315/.420/.582 slash line for the campaign. He's posting high-end numbers and doesn't project to slow down considerably anytime soon. Being attached to a potent lineup will also help Rendon's fantasy floor remain high.
Jul 10 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with two walks, a double, two runs scored and two RBI in Sunday's win over the Braves.He didn't take his All-Star snub lying down, and the 27-year-old heads into the break with an electric .304/.407/.552 slash line, 16 homers and 54 RBI in 81 games. Rendon's roaring towards a career year but the most impressive aspect of his performance might be his improved plate discipline, as his 48:47 BB:K puts him on pace for personal bests in both walk rate (14.2 percent) and strikeout rate (13.9 percent).
Jul 4 2017Rendon is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Mets, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.After playing Monday evening in the series opener, Rendon will get a breather due to the quick turnaround for the Fourth of July contest, which starts at 12:05 p.m. local time. It will mark Rendon's first day off since June 20, ending a streak of 12 consecutive starts during which he carried a 1.108 OPS. Stephen Drew will fill in for Rendon at the hot corner and bat seventh.
Jul 2 2017Rendon (knee) is starting at third base and hitting fifth Sunday against the Cardinals, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.He was a little sore after tumbling over a railing in foul territory to make a catch in Saturday's game, but it is not too painful for him to miss Sunday night's game against St. Louis. Since the start of June, Rendon is hitting .310/.417/.643 with seven home runs and more walks (15) than strikeouts (11).
Jul 1 2017Manager Dusty Baker said Rendon is a little sore after tumbling over a railing in foul territory to make a catch Saturday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.com reports.Rendon made a fantastic catch on a Tommy Pham pop-up in the first inning, sprinting into foul territory before falling into the stands while making the play. The veteran third baseman was able to stay in the game following the incident, finishing 2-for-4 at the plate, but can be considered day-to-day heading into Sunday's series finale.
Jun 30 2017Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's loss to the Cubs.He very nearly got to play hero, as Rendon's seventh-inning shot gave the Nats a lead their bullpen would blow in the ninth. The third baseman now has 16 homers on the season and has been nearly unstoppable in the second half of June, slashing .395/.509/.837 with five homers, 11 RBI and 13 runs in his last 13 games.
Jun 28 2017Rendon went 3-for-3 with a double, a solo home run and a second run scored in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Cubs.The homer was his sixth in June and 15th on the year, and a .410 (16-for-39) tear over his last 12 games has pushed Rendon's OPS to a career-high .955. As long as the 27-year-old can avoid the injury bug that has bitten him in the past, he's well on his way to a huge fantasy campaign.
Jun 23 2017Rendon went 1-for-2 with a solo homer, two walks and two runs Friday against the Reds.Rendon slammed his 14th homer of the year to put the Nationals on the board in the fourth inning of a home win. After a decent month of April, he's been on fire the last two months, and his .291/.395/.540 slash line has made him one of the top third base options in the league.
Jun 21 2017Rendon (neck) will start at third base and bat cleanup Wednesday against the Marlins, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Much to the relief of fantasy owners, Rendon only ended up missing one game due to the neck stinger he sustained early in Monday's contest. The Nationals have an off day Thursday, so if Rendon's injury was truly a serious concern, it's likely the team would have held him out of the lineup in the series finale. With Rendon seemingly at full strength, Stephen Drew, who filled in admirably for the third baseman with five hits and four RBI the last two games, will settle back into a bench role.
Jun 20 2017Rendon (neck) is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Marlins, Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.comreports.Rendon was forced out of Monday's game with a pinched nerve, and although the Nationals don't believe it is anything overly serious, he'll get another day to rest up before hopefully returning to the lineup for Wednesday's series finale. Stephen Drew is starting at third base in his place.
Jun 19 2017Rendon (neck) has only a stinger and may be able to play Tuesday, Mark Zuckerman of MASN reports Monday.Rendon was forced to leave Monday's game with a neck injury and there were concerns that it was serious. Fortunately, it's just a pinched nerve, and the Nationals are hopeful that they'll be able to get the kinks out by Tuesday, and even if they aren't, Rendon's stay on the benches shouldn't be long.
Jun 19 2017Rendon was pinch-hit for after suffering an apparent neck injury diving in the field, Dan Kolko of MASN reports.Stephen Drew took Rendon's place in the lineup. The severity of the injury was unclear, so we will have to consider him day-to-day until Nationals trainers are able to get a full look at him.
Jun 16 2017Rendon went 2-for-4 with a bases-loaded walk and a two-run home run in Friday's 7-2 win over the Mets.After going 2-for-18 over his previous six games, Rendon has now produced back-to-back two-hit nights to push his OPS back up to .905. The 27-year-old remains on pace for a career year, and with 43 RBI through 62 games he's on course to break the 100-RBI mark for the first time.
Jun 14 2017Rendon is out of Wednesday's lineup against the Braves, Mark Zuckerman of MASNsports.com reports.This will be his third game off in the last 12 contests, as the Nationals appear to be looking to keep Rendon fresh and healthy. He is also hitting just .172 over that stretch, so it's not like he is making a case to be treated like an iron man. Stephen Drew will start at the hot corner and hit sixth.
Jun 8 2017Rendon is not in the lineup Thursday against the Orioles, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.Rendon bashed 10 hits (five for extra bases) over the Nationals' past road trip, but after a long travel from Los Angeles to D.C. without a day off, he'll head to the bench for a breather. Stephen Drew will assume third base duties for the evening.
Jun 6 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk Monday against the Dodgers.Rendon's second-inning shot, his 11th of the season, started the scoring as Washington stole the series opener 4-2 on the West Coast. The third baseman is on the fast track to a career year. He's on pace to hit 30-plus homers while driving in 100-plus runs, two marks Rendon's never approached before.
Jun 3 2017Rendon is out of Saturday's lineup against the A's, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.He will get the day off after starting 18 of the last 19 games and hitting .317/.427/.683 with five home runs and two steals over that stretch. Stephen Drew draws a rare start at the hot corner, hitting seventh against righty Daniel Mengden.
Jun 3 2017Rendon went 2-for-5 with a double, a home run, two runs scored and three RBI in Friday's 13-3 rout of the A's.The 26-year-old's power surge continues. Over his last 10 games, Rendon is now hitting .410/.465/.923 with five doubles, five homers, nine runs and 12 RBI, and he's on pace for career highs in all three slash categories as well as homers and RBI.
May 25 2017Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo home run during Thursday's loss to Seattle.It was the fourth home run and ninth RBI of the series for Rendon, as he left the yard for a third straight game Thursday. He's up to a .283/.380/.516 slash line with nine homers, 32 RBI and 23 runs for the year and should continue to provide solid cross-category numbers hitting in the middle of the league's highest-scoring lineup.
May 25 2017Rendon went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Mariners.The first-inning blast proved to be all the offense Tanner Roark would need in this one. Rendon now has three homers and eight RBI over his last two games after going 11 starts without producing either one, but his .277/.378/.497 slash line, eight home runs and 31 RBI on the season have him on track for a career-best campaign.
May 23 2017Rendon went 3-for-4 with two home runs, three runs and five RBI in Tuesday's 10-1 win over the Mariners.When Rendon decides to have a game, he has a game. Tuesday's explosion marked the second time in less than a month that he has put up a multi-homer game with at least five RBI. The production hasn't been coming consistently for the Nationals third baseman, though. He hadn't hit a home run or notched an RBI in his last 11 games (46 plate appearances) prior to Tuesday. However, the last time Rendon filled up the box score like this, he hit .333 and drove in eight runs over his next six games, so maybe a similar hot streak is in his future.
May 21 2017Rendon is out of the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.Rendon has gotten on base at a .375 clip while starting in the Nationals' last eight games, but he's been less of an asset in batting average-only leagues during that span with a 4-for-24 showing at the dish. Manager Dusty Baker will just be giving Rendon a breather Sunday, with Wilmer Difo drawing in at third base in his stead.
May 6 2017Rendon went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer in Saturday's 6-2 victory over the Phillies.Rendon launched his sixth blast of the season to help the Nats win a big divisional contest. He now has belted five homers over his last six games and he's slashing .290/.372/.477, and each of those numbers represent career-highs.
May 5 2017Rendon went 3-for-4 with a homer, a walk and two RBI in Friday's 4-2 win over the Phillies.Rendon smacked his fourth homer of the year to stake the Nats to a four-run lead in a winning effort. After his three-homer outburst earlier in the week, he's clubbed four homers over the last five games, and he appears on his way to another 20-homer campaign with his usual solid batting average.
Apr 30 2017Rendon went 6-for-6 with three home runs and 10 RBI in Sunday's win over the Mets.It was an absolute performance for the ages by Rendon, whose 10 RBI on the day set a new Nationals record. In addition to driving in 10, his three-home-run performance was his first multi-homer game of his big-league career. Rendon's game on Sunday will be a strong candidate all year for the best single-game performance by any major-league player this season.
Apr 27 2017Rendon is not in the Nationals' Thursday lineup against the Rockies, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon has not yet homered but was showing more signs of life earlier in the week, including a 3-for-4 Monday effort. He'll yield to Wilmer Difo at third base, though he's expected to get back in the lineup Friday.
Apr 24 2017Rendon went 3-for-4 with three singles, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 8-4 loss to Colorado.It's been a slow start for Rendon, as he's still searching for his first home run of the season. The 26-year-old has only two extra-base hits in 69 at-bats, too. Hopefully his second three-hit game of the season will get his stick going. Rendon should contribute nicely among all categories before all is said and done, though, so don't lose faith so early.
Apr 20 2017Rendon went 3-for-6 with a run scored in Wednesday's 14-4 rout of the Braves.It's his third multi-hit performance in his last five games. Trea Turner's impending return from a hamstring injury will likely bump Rendon back down in the Nats batting order, but hopefully he can maintain the momentum he's built up at the plate while hitting in the two-hole.
Apr 17 2017Rendon went 2-for-5 with a double, a run scored and an RBI in Sunday's win over the Phillies.The third baseman now has six hits, including two doubles, and three RBI in his last four games. Rendon had a quiet first week of the season, but he should quickly be able to make up for lost time.
Apr 15 2017Rendon went 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI in Friday's extra-inning win over the Phillies.He's off to a slow start, slashing .171/.216/.200 through nine games, but Rendon looked to be getting his swing in order Friday, tying the game in the seventh inning with a blast off the scoreboard in right-center field that likely would have carried for a homer in warmer weather. As long as he stays healthy -- never a guarantee with the 26-year-old -- he should quickly rack up more extra-base hits and boost that OPS.
Apr 11 2017Rendon is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Cardinals, Dan Kolko of MASN reports.Rendon is off to a slow start, going 3-for-25 with just one RBI through six games, so he'll get the day off to rest and straighten things off. Stephen Drew will slide to third while Wilmer Difo gets the nod at shortstop.
Apr 11 2017Rendon went 0-for-6, but did pick up his first RBI of the season, in Monday's 14-6 rout of the Cardinals.With Trea Turner (hamstring) on the DL, Rendon has moved up into the two-hole in the order but gone 0-for-10 in two games since the shift. The rest of the Nats' offense is on fire right now, so manager Dusty Baker can afford to be patient with the 26-year-old, but if he continues to struggle Rendon could fall back down to a less fantasy-friendly spot in the lineup.
Apr 8 2017Rendon went 1-for-3 with a walk in Friday's win over the Phillies.After going 0-for-8 if his first two games, Rendon finally picked up his first hit. Expect the third baseman to quickly get back up to speed at the plate and start contributing to the Nationals' potent offense.
Apr 6 2017Rendon went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Wednesday's win over the Marlins.After missing the latter part of spring training as well as Opening Day due to a bruised calf, some rust at the plate for Rendon is understandable. The 26-year-old might not be an advisable DFS option for a few days, but he should be back in form soon enough.
Apr 5 2017Rendon (calf) is in the lineup for the Nationals' game against the Marlins on Wednesday, Dan Kolko of MASN reports.As expected, the 26-year-old is healthy and ready to make his season debut after a one-game absence. One thing to note is that Rendon is batting sixth in the order, with Adam Eaton maintaining his spot in the two-hole. It's unclear if that is going to be the primary alignment for the Nationals moving forward, but if so, Rendon would likely see a bit of a dip in runs scored and potentially more RBI opportunities.
Apr 3 2017Rendon (calf) will likely make his season debut Wednesday against the Marlins, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.The infielder is not in Monday's lineup as he continues to deal with the effects of fouling a ball off of his calf last week, but manager Dusty Baker said that Rendon "probably could have played." With that in mind, Rendon appears likely to make his season debut Wednesday following an off day Tuesday.
Apr 3 2017Rendon (calf) is not in Monday's Opening Day lineup against Miami, Mark Zuckermann of MASNsports.com reports.Rendon fouled a ball off his calf last Monday, but said he would be ready for Opening Day. He's not on the DL, so he may just need a few more days. Stephen Drew gets the start at third base Monday in his place.
Apr 1 2017Rendon (calf) isn't playing in Saturday's spring training finale, but says he expects to be ready for Opening Day, Jorge Castillo of The Washington Post reports.Rendon has been taking it easy this week after fouling a ball off his calf Monday, though he remains adamant it won't keep him out for an extended period of time. Look for Stephen Drew or Wilmer Difo to take his place at the hot corner if the injury doesn't subside by Monday.
Mar 31 2017Rendon is still being held back by his leg injury, and manager Dusty Baker said he doesn't know whether Rendon will be available for Opening Day, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.The infielder fouled a ball off his calf Monday and hasn't returned to the exhibition lineup as of Friday. Perhaps this will be a brief absence, but Rendon has somewhat of a history of physical dings holding him back. Rendon typically goes in the top 100 picks of 15-team mixed NFBC fantasy drafts, which isn't a price that puts a lot of responsibility on his shoulders but still could wind up being less than desirable if he misses much time.
Mar 31 2017Rendon (calf) is not in the Nationals' exhibition lineup Friday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.The game may not happen because of weather concerns, but Rendon not being a part of it still causes a bit of concern headed into Opening Day. The Nats haven't indicated Rendon is in jeopardy of missing time next week and may just be resting him until Monday. Any fantasy players drafting this weekend should go in with a bit of caution over Rendon's value but -- unless more negative details are released -- not enough to downgrade him significantly from his mixed-league NFBC ADP of 91.54 (as of Friday).
Mar 30 2017Rendon has a bruise on his calf after fouling a ball off it earlier in the week but might play Friday, Chelsea Janes of The Washington Post reports.Rendon's injuy doesn't seem as if it'll cost him much regular-season work, if any. Suiting up Friday would confirm his middle-rounds value in mixed leagues for weekend fantasy drafts.
Mar 28 2017Rendon is sitting out of Tuesday's spring game after fouling a ball off his calf Monday, Jamal Collier of MLB.com reports.Rendon indicated his calf was feeling much better Tuesday, but the Nationals are still choosing to err on the side of caution with their starting third baseman. Consider him day-to-day until the Nationals note otherwise.
Mar 8 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Red Sox.He's now hitting a snappy .438 (7-for-16) to begin the spring. Rendon was able to stay healthy in 2016 and put together a solid campaign that included a career-high 85 RBI, and if the 26-year-old has put his injury woes behind him, he has the talent -- and the lineup around him -- to take a big step forward in 2017.
Feb 28 2017Rendon went 2-for-3 with a double in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals.Coming off his second career 20-home run season, the 26-year-old could be just entering his prime as a hitter. Rendon will need to stay healthy, something he's struggled with in the past, but if he stays on the field he could be poised to top the .824 OPS he recorded in 2014.
Jan 13 2017Rendon and the Nationals avoided arbitration with a one-year, $5.8 million deal, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.Rendon bounced back from a disappointing 2015 season with a solid .270/.348/.450 line and 20 home runs in 2016. He'll get a $3 million raise for that uptick, his second year in arbitration.
Oct 2 2016Rendon is not in the lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Marlins, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.Rendon had previously started 12 straight games but will get the day off Sunday as the Nationals prepare for their opening playoff game against the Dodgers on Friday. Stephen Drew will replace him at third base for the finale, batting fifth for the Nationals.
Oct 1 2016Rendon went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Friday's 7-4 loss to the Marlins.The slugging third baseman took Andrew Cashner deep in the fourth with a 410-foot shot, putting the first run of the game up for the Nationals. Rendon has now hit safely in six of his last seven games and has a pair of homers and seven RBI over that span. He's also just one homer shy of equaling the career-high 21 he smacked in 2014, while his 85 RBI already represent a personal best.
Sep 27 2016Rendon went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer in Tuesday's 4-2 victory over the Diamondbacks.Rendon's three-run shot followed Stephen Drew's sac fly in a four-run sixth inning that accounted for all of Washington's offense. The 26-year-old infielder established a new career high of 84 RBI in this performance, surpassing the 83 he had in a breakout 2014 campaign.
Sep 18 2016Rendon is not in the lineup Sunday against the Braves, Jorge Castillo of the Washington Post reports.Rendon has started the past nine games, so he'll head to the bench to get some rest. Wilmer Difo will take over for him at the hot corner for the day.
Sep 12 2016Rendon went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run on Monday against the Mets.Rendon has been a different player since the All-Star break. After hitting .254 in the first half, Rendon has hit .311 since the break, launching as many home runs as he did in the first half in more than 100 fewer at-bats. The infielder has driven in 13 runs in just 11 games this month.
Sep 10 2016Rendon went 2-for-3 with an RBI double in Friday's 5-4 victory over the Phillies.He erased an early 1-0 deficit with a run-scoring two-bagger that plated Daniel Murphy in the fourth, the 26-year-old's ninth RBI over his first eight games in September. Rendon has hit safely in seven of those contests and is slashing .320/.400/.520 over his first 25 at-bats of the new month.
Sep 7 2016Rendon is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Braves, according to MASN's Dan Kolko.Rendon is riding a six-game hit streak and hit a grand slam in Tuesday's victory over the Braves, but manager Dusty Baker felt it was time for a day off. Wilmer Difo will get the nod at third base Wednesday in Rendon's place.
Sep 6 2016Rendon went 1-for-4 with a walk, a grand slam, and two runs scored in the Nationals' 9-6 win over the Braves on Tuesday.Rendon's blast came in the third inning with no one out off Braves starter Williams Perez. Rendon has really come on strong during the second half of the season, hitting .315/.383/.560 over 46 games since the All-Star Break. Over that span, he has more RBI (36) than he had in nearly twice as many games before the break.
Aug 21 2016Rendon is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Braves.Rendon continued his second-half surge Saturday with four hits in five at-bats, but he started every game for over a month, so manager Dusty Baker decided it was time for Rendon's first day off since July 19. Wilmer Difo will man the hot corner in Rendon's place.
Aug 14 2016Rendon went 1-for-3 with a homer and four RBI Sunday against the Braves.After not leaving the yard during the entire month of April, he's now come on to blast 15 homers since that time, and he's now slashing .266/.349/.451 on the year. In his four-year career, the only season that he's hit above .270 was in 2014 when he finished with a .287 batting average.
Aug 13 2016Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Friday's 8-5 loss to the Braves.The veteran third baseman is enjoying a successful August, now having hit safely in five straight, and reaching safely in 18 consecutive games overall dating back to July 22. The homer was his first since July 30 and he's now slashing .344/.421/.625 over 32 at-bats this month.
Aug 11 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI in Wednesday's win over the Indians.He's become a doubles machine in August, with six of his 10 hits so far on the month being two-baggers, giving Rendon a .357/.441/.571 slash line through eight games with six RBI and five runs scored. He's had a reasonably productive season so far but it looks like Rendon's saved his best work for the stretch run.
Aug 2 2016Rendon went 2-for-5, doubled, scored and knocked in three runs in Monday's blowout win over the Diamondbacks.Rendon now owns a five-game hitting streak, four of which have included an extra-base hit. He now owns seven RBI over those four games and he has struck out just once over the mini-hot streak. His OPS is now up to .779, a 72-point improvement over last season.
Jul 30 2016Rendon went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Nationals.The slugging third baseman took Jake Peavy deep in the third inning with a two-out, 423-foot shot to left that plated Bryce Harper. Rendon now has a modest three-game hitting streak and four round-trippers over his last 11 games.
Jul 26 2016Rendon homered, scored twice and knocked in two runs in a 2-for-4 game in Tuesday's loss to Cleveland.After hitting just five home runs in 80 games last year, Rendon has 12 in 96 games in 2016. While he hasn't totally rediscovered his form from 2014, when he hit 21 homers in 153 game, Rendon is showing plus power for a second baseman, particularly of late, as he has five home runs in July alone. He is one of just 14 second basemen with double-digit home runs this season.
Jul 21 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo homer in his return to the lineup from illness Wednesday against the Dodgers.He's actually homered in consecutive games with the illness in between. Rendon's had an first four seasons to this point -- the 2011 No. 6 overall pick looked like a star in 2014, but hasn't come close to that level before or since. He's been solid this season, particularly if you count out his brutal month of April, but fantasy owners are looking for more, and he'll try to provide it in the second half.
Jul 20 2016Rendon (illness) is back in the starting lineup Wednesday against the Dodgers.He'll start at third base and hit sixth in his return after missing a pair of games due to a bout with the flu. After a slow start to the season, Rendon has pushed his season line to a palatable .255/.341/.412 mark (.753 OPS) over 90 games in 2016.
Jul 19 2016Rendon (illness) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Dodgers, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.Rendon fell ill over the weekend, and he's still battling the sickness in advance of Tuesday's game, per manager Dusty Baker. The infielder's condition has improved, however, and Baker confirmed that there's a chance Rendon would be used as a pinch hitter. Assuming his progress continues, Rendon would appear to have a good chance to return to the regular lineup Wednesday.
Jul 17 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Saturday's win over the Pirates.He's got three homers in July but otherwise Rendon has had trouble sustaining any momentum at the plate, hitting .231/.362/.487 in 39 at-bats on the month. He had a mediocre first half overall, but at least Rendon has managed to stay healthy so far this year.
Jul 17 2016Rendon was a late scratch from Sunday's lineup due to flu-like symptoms, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.Rendon was apparently feeling a bit under the weather during Sunday's pregame warmup, so he'll get the day off as a precaution. Stephen Drew will move over to take his place at third, while Trea Turner will get the start at second. With a team day off Monday, Rendon will presumably be ready to go for Tuesday's series opener against the Dodgers, but check back up on his status just to be certain.
Jul 7 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a solo homer Thursday at the Mets.Rendon's ninth homer of the season came in the fourth inning, and gave the Nationals a three-run lead in a game they'd go on to lose. He's now left the yard in two of his last five games, and he's slashing .263/.349/.420 on the year.
Jul 2 2016Rendon is out of the lineup for Saturday's duel with Cincinnati, Chase Hughes of CSNMA reports.Rendon, who started the Nats' last 12 games, will begin Saturday's game on the bench as Stephen Drew fills in for him at third base. After batting just over .200 through the first month of the season, the 26-year-old has turned things around, slashing .287/.374/.473 over his last 47 games.
Jun 28 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with an RBI triple Tuesday against the Mets.Rendon's second-inning triple off starter Matt Harvey got the scoring started in what ended up being a one-sided 5-0 affair. He's having a very productive series with four hits and four RBI through two games, and gets another crack at the Mets on Wednesday.
Jun 27 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with two runs, three RBI and a steal in a superb all-around performance Monday against the Mets.Rendon was far from the only Washington player to find success in this one, with four other Nationals registering multi-hit games as well. The third baseman also swiped his second bag of the month, and is a threat to top 15 in both home runs and steals for the second time in his career, with seven and eight, respectively, at the moment.
Jun 11 2016Rendon went 1-for-4 with a double, two RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-0 victory over the PhilliesThe 26-year-old's average is on the move northward to date in June, as he's now hit safely in six of eight games during the month. That stretch has featured some timely hitting on Rendon's part, as he's managed three multi-RBI efforts, and already has half of his May RBI total in just eight contests in the new month. He even threw a web gem in for good measure Saturday, robbing Peter Bourjos on a diving stop of his grounder in the fifth.
Jun 10 2016Rendon is out of Friday's lineup against the Phillies, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.It's likely just a day off for Rendon, who is hitting .333/.415/.611 in his last 20 games after a very slow start. Stephen Drew will get the start at third base, hitting seventh.
Jun 7 2016Rendon went 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, three RBI and two runs scored in Tuesday's win over the White Sox.Rendon endured a slow start to the season, but his bat has come alive in June, as he has an OPS of 1.053 this month. He has been operating out of the seventh spot in the lineup of late, but his recent success, combined with the struggles of Washington's current top-of-the-order selections, could see him move up if current trends continue. Rendon's injury-riddled 2015 campaign made him a virtual afterthought heading into 2016, but perhaps a player who finished fifth in MVP voting in 2014 should not be so easily dismissed.
Jun 5 2016Rendon went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Reds.The 25-year-old continued his productive start to June, as he's now hit safely in each of the first three contests in the new month. The homer was also the third for Rendon in the last 10 games, after he'd only smacked a pair between Opening Day and May 23. The Nats' third baseman is now slashing .500/.636/1.000 over his first eight at-bats in June.
Jun 3 2016Rendon went 1-for-2 with two walks in Friday's 7-2 loss to the Reds.The 25-year-old continues to nudge his average upward, and he's now seen a 54-point boost since May 9. Rendon finished May with three multi-hit outings in five games, and has started June with a .667 average over the first two contests.
May 29 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 in Sunday's win over the Cardinals, hitting a solo homer and scoring a second run.After a poor April, Rendon has re-discovered his swing, hitting all four of his home runs on the season in May and banging out his 10 multi-hit performances in his last 18 games to raise his batting average from .211 to .267. The streaky infielder will try to maintain his hot streak when the Nationals head to Philadelphia on Monday.
May 29 2016Rendon is back in the lineup Sunday against the Cardinals, Mark Zuckerman of MASN Sports reports.Rendon was given the day off Saturday, but will return to action Sunday to start at the hot corner and bat seventh in the order. After a slow start to the year, Rendon has batted .281 in May to bring his season average up to .262. Prior to Saturday's day off, he had recorded multi-hit efforts on back-to-back days.
May 28 2016Drew is out of the lineup for Saturday's tilt with the Cardinals, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.Drew is simply getting a rest day, and will be replaced in the lineup by Stephen Drew. The timing of the day off is fortunate for Drew, who is 0-for-10 in his career against Adam Wainwright. Expect him to return to the lineup Sunday.
May 24 2016Rendon went 1-for-3 with a solo homer and a walk in Tuesday's 7-4 win over the Mets.Rendon has failed to replicate his breakout 2014 campaign, totaling just eight homers in 126 games since after smacking 21 back then. The third baseman does have five runs and eight RBI in the last seven games, so he's swinging a hot bat at the moment.
May 23 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double, a triple, a run scored and three RBI in Sunday's win over the Marlins.He's definitely found his groove at the plate, and Rendon now has four multi-hit performances in his last five games while hitting .405 (17-for-42) over his last 12 outings. He hasn't homered since May 6, but six of those last 17 hits have gone for extra bases so it seems only a matter of time before he starts putting balls over the wall instead of into the gaps.
May 21 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a double and run scored in Friday's 4-1 victory over the Marlins.That's three straight multi-hit efforts for the 25-year-old, and he's now reached safely in 14 straight games as well. Rendon has displayed solid plate discipline in May, already drawing 12 of his 21 free passes on the season during the month, in addition to his solid hitting. He brings a bit of everything to the table, as he's also swiped four bags and smashed a pair of homers this month.
May 19 2016Rendon went 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a run in a 9-1 victory against the Mets on Thursday.After knocking in just six runs in his first 39 games, Rendon's got back-to-back two-RBI efforts and has racked up 13 hits in his last nine outings. Even so, the double was his first extra-base hit in more than a week, so we're still waiting on his pop to materialize again. That said, his improved approach (21:29 BB:K) combined with his ongoing warming trend has to offer fantasy owners some hope for the future.
May 18 2016Rendon went 2-for-3 with two walks, two RBI, a steal and a run against the Mets on Wednesday.Rendon's a scary player for fantasy purposes because it's hard to count on him staying healthy and harder still to evaluate to what degree his injuries have eroded his skills. That said, he's been showing some positive signs recently -- Rendon has churned out 10 hits in his last 28 at-bats (.357) and owns a strong 7:8 BB:K in that span. Of course, the power's still absent -- he's stuck on two homers and his RBI total is still in the single digits.
May 17 2016Rendon has been dropped from second to sixth in the Nationals' batting order for Tuesday's game against the Mets, CSN's Mark Zuckerman reports.Rendon has hit almost exclusively in the two hole for the Nationals this year, but he is still struggling to get much going with the bat, so manager Dusty Baker decided to swap him and Jayson Werth in the order for at least a night. Rendon will have a tough task Tuesday facing Mets ace Noah Syndergaard, but for what it's worth, he does have three hits in seven career at-bats against him.
May 14 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with an RBI, run scored and a walk in the first game of a Saturday day-night doubleheader versus the Marlins.The 25-year-old stepped up with his third multi-hit effort in the last four games. His bat has been in a deep slumber during May, as he's only slashed .188/.291/.375 for the month despite Saturday's effort.
May 11 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a double, a steal and two runs against the Tigers on Wednesday.It's been a slog for the talented 25-year-old this year, as he's sitting on an easily career-worst .619 OPS, but he does at least have consecutive multi-hit games now. Still, the power that he showed during his lone healthy season has not been in evidence this year, and his modest speed contributions aren't really making up for it. Better times are surely ahead, but Rendon's a hard player to predict because of the way injuries have repeatedly derailed him throughout his career.
May 4 2016Rendon hit his first home run, a solo blast, and walked in Tuesday's loss to the Royals.Rendon now has a five-game hitting streak as he is starting to show some life after a brutal start to the season. He is still hitting just .240/.307/.317, but he has raised his OPS by 50 points over the past five games. Rendon is off the schneid, but his power production remains a big question mark going forward. He has just six home runs in his past 105 games (411 at-bats) after hitting 21 in his rookie season in 2014 (153 games, 613 at-bats).
May 1 2016Rendon went 2-for-4 with a walk and run scored in Saturday's 6-1 victory over the Cardinals.The four-year pro has reached base safely in seven of his last eight games, and has collected three hits, two walks and scored a pair of runs over the first two games of the series. What has been missing in 2016 is the long ball, as Rendon is still searching for his first homer after coming into the season with 33 career dingers. He's slashing .242/.310/.28 over his first 91 at-bats.
Apr 28 2016Rendon is not in the lineup Thursday against Washington, Mark Zuckerman of MASN reports.It looks like a routine day off for Rendon, as the Nationals go with Stephen Drew at third base in his place. Drew will bat eighth in the order against Philadelphia's Aaron Nola.
Apr 13 2016Rendon is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Braves.Rendon had a tough night at the plate Tuesday, striking out twice in an 0-for-3 effort, so he'll get the night off Wednesday. Stephen Drew will get the start at third in his place, batting second.
Apr 10 2016Rendon went 3-for-5 Sunday with a double and two runs scored.He seems determined to put last season's disappointing numbers behind him, and Rendon is now slashing .333/.368/.444 through four games with three runs scored. He should continue to see plenty of fastballs to hit, and get on base with regularity, hitting second ahead of Bryce Harper.
Apr 8 2016Rendon went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored in Thursday's loss to the Marlins.He's got just three hits through three games to begin the season, but Rendon's capable of heating up at any time. Given his career .471 OBP in 17 plate appearances against Miami starter Tom Koehler, he could be producing a lot of RBI opportunities Friday for Bryce Harper and Ryan Zimmerman.
Mar 24 2016Rendon went 3-for-3 Wednesday with two doubles, a run scored and an RBI in a Grapefruit League win over the Yankees.He's now hitting .357 (10-for-28) on the spring, and Rendon seems ticketed for the second spot in the batting order ahead of Bryce Harper. He scored 111 runs in 2014 hitting primarily second, and if he can stay healthy this season Rendon could be poised to match or even top that mark in 2016.
Mar 17 2016Rendon went 1-for-2 with an RBI and a run scored in the Nats' win over Atlanta on Thursday afternoon.Moving back to third base on an everyday basis, Rendon no longer has to worry about the physical rigors of manning the keystone. He's not tearing the cover off the ball this spring through 10 games, but Rendon is completely healthy, and that is essential in his bid to rebound from a disappointing 2015 campaign.
Jan 15 2016Rendon and the Nationals agreed to terms on a one-year deal Friday, avoiding arbitration, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon will return to third base in 2016 after the Nats dealt Yunel Escobar, and he figures to be an everyday player after injuries limited him to only 80 games in 2015.
Dec 12 2015The trade of Yunel Escobar ensures that Rendon will be the Nationals' starting third baseman next season.The club had previously announced that Rendon would return to third in 2016, but the Escobar trade clears the path for that move. Rendon will still need to stay healthy to rebound from his disappointing performance last year, however.
Dec 3 2015Rendon was extended a contract on Wednesday by the Nationals.There really wasn't much doubt that the Nationals would extend a contract tender to Rendon and this was more so just making it official. At the end of 2015 season, the Nationals decided to move Rendon back to third base in 2016, but he'll be eligible as second and third to open the year.
Sep 20 2015Rendon will return to third base in 2016, the Washington Post reports.He'll have dual second base-third base eligibility in most leagues anyway, but Rendon is a better option defensively at third compared to Yunel Escobar. Injuries have held Rendon to a .278/.360/.380 slash line in 68 games this season, but he's hitting .317/.397/.450 over the last month with four home runs, 16 RBI and 26 runs scored, providing a much better picture of his upside.
Sep 4 2015Rendon went 1-for-4 with a single, walk, and three runs scored in Thursday's 15-1 win over the Braves.Rendon reached base a third time on a hit by pitch, and came around to score on each occasion. Health issues have mostly torpedoed Rendon's season, but he's making a late surge to salvage value for his fantasy owners. His base knock in Thursday's game extended his hitting streak to a season-best 12 games.
Aug 24 2015Rendon homered for the second straight game Sunday against the Brewers, going 1-for-3 with two walks, two runs scored and three RBI.He's now slashing .294/.429/.706 over his last five games, and Rendon still has time to salvage his season with a big kick to the finish line.
Aug 23 2015Rendon reached base all four times he came to the plate Saturday, going 2-for-2 with two walks, a double and his second home run of the season.He also stole his first base of the year. Rendon's had a disappointing, injury-plagued season, but if he's finally getting back to his 2014 form it would provide a huge boost to a Nats team trying to stay relevant in the playoff race.
Aug 19 2015Rendon is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies.Rendon's absence for a second straight day Wednesday may be more the product of an explosion at the plate from Danny Espinosa on Tuesday than anything else. Espinosa will start at second base in his place once again, batting second for the Nationals.
Aug 18 2015Rendon is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rockies.With Rendon batting .196/.274/.286 for the month the August and the Nats having lost six straight, manager Matt Williams has decided to shake things up Tuesday. Danny Espinosa will get the start at second base and bat second while Jayson Werth leads off for the first time since 2013.
Aug 14 2015Rendon is out of the lineup Friday against San Francisco.The Nationals are shaking up their lineup Friday, with Rendon, Jayson Werth, and Wilson Ramos all sitting out against the Giants. Danny Espinosa will take over at second base for Friday's contest.
Aug 7 2015Rendon is not in Friday's lineup against the Rockies.Rendon started each of the past 10 contests, but will finally receive a day off Friday in favor of Danny Espinosa. While the youngster hasn't displayed much power this season (just one home run in 30 games), he continues to hit around the .280 mark.
Jul 26 2015Rendon is out of the lineup Sunday against the Pirates, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Rendon made a moderately surprising return from a left quadriceps strain Saturday after manager Matt Williams previously suggested the infielder wouldn't be ready to join the club until the following week. After going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in his return, Rendon might need a little time to shake off the rust, but it doesn't appear he suffered any sort of setback in the game. Instead, Rendon is likely just receiving a rest for the series finale, as Danny Espinosa picks up the start at second base.
Jul 25 2015Rendon (quadriceps) was reinstated from the disabled list Saturday, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.It was reported as recently as Wednesday that Rendon was unlikely to come off the DL during this weekend's series against the Pirates, but the Nationals have decided to activate him ahead of Saturday's contest. Rendon has been brought along slowly in his rehab process, but Yunel Escobar's injury left Washington thin around the infield. It still remains to be seen if he'll immediately join the lineup Saturday, but he has officially been added to the roster after the Nationals optioned Abel de Los Santos to Double-A Harrisburg.
Jul 25 2015Rendon (quadriceps) will bat second and play second base in Saturday's game against the Pirates, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon was reinstated off the disabled list earlier in the day and is taking the field for the first time since June 24. In fact, he's been confined to the dugout most of the season with injuries as Saturday's appearance will be just his 19th on the year. During those previous 18 outings, however, he accrued a .290 batting average, five RBIs, and nine runs.
Jul 22 2015Manager Matt Williams believes it is unlikely that Rendon (quad) will rejoin the big club this weekend, CSN's Mark Zuckerman reports.It seems the Nationals want to take the slow route with Rendon's rehab assignment, but Williams' comments came before Yunel Escobar exited Wednesday's game with a wrist injury, and that setback -- depending on its severity of course -- has the potential to speed up Rendon's return. Expect the Nationals to provide another update on Rendon's status at some point in the next few days.
Jul 21 2015Rendon (quad) played three innings at third base in Monday's rehab game with High-A Potomac, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Rendon is being eased back into action, but with three hits through the first four at-bats of his rehab assignment, he should soon be ready to rejoin the Nationals. He still figures to play at least two or three more rehab games.
Jul 18 2015Rendon (quad) ran the bases before Friday's game, the Washington Post reports.The Nationals will likely be cautious with him but assuming he doesn't have any setbacks, it looks like Rendon could begin a rehab assignment next week.
Jul 18 2015Rendon (quadriceps) will begin his rehab assignment Saturday at High-A Potomac, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Manager Matt Williams said that Rendon will begin his rehab assignment playing third base as he eases back into game action. It's unclear how long Rendon will need to be on the rehab assignment, but the Nationals have been cautious with him since he landed on the DL on June 26.
Jul 10 2015Rendon (quadriceps) jogged on the field at Camden Yards prior to Friday's game, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.As of early last week, Rendon still had not resumed running on the injured quad, so Friday's activity marks an important step in his recovery. That said, it doesn't sound like he's running at full intensity, and the Nats probably won't feel comfortable sending him out for rehab games until he can run the bases without issue. Fortunately, Rendon hasn't reported any problems swinging a bat to this point.
Jun 30 2015Rendon (quad) took batting practice Tuesday, Dan Kolko of MASN reports.Rendon has been participating in limited baseball activities, but he's not yet able to run, so his workload has been monitored carefully. The Nats expect Rendon to start working at full speed within a few days.
Jun 26 2015Rendon was placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday with a left quadriceps strain, the Nationals' official website reports.Rendon missed the first 52 games of the season due to injuries in his left knee and left oblique, but this latest issue doesn't seem to be directly related. The Nationals haven't commented on the injury outside of announcing the transaction, and Rendon will be eligible to return from the disabled list July 10. Danny Espinosa will fill in at second base, as he did earlier this season.
Jun 25 2015Rendon is out of the lineup Thursday against the Braves, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Rendon looks to be receiving a scheduled day off Thursday after collecting six hits in eight at-bats over the past two games. Danny Espinosa will start at second base in his place, batting second for the Nationals.
Jun 21 2015Rendon is out of the lineup Sunday against the Pirates,Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.Rendon will receive a day off following a long string of starts between second base and third base. Danny Espinosa will start at second base Sunday, while Yunel Escobar will return after an illness Saturday to start at third.
Jun 14 2015Rendon hit third and went 1-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a run scored Sunday against the Brewers.The 24-year-old has been a bit sluggish out of the gate after returning from a long injury layoff, as the RBI was his first of the season, but he now has a five-game hitting streak and has scored four runs in his last three games. Rendon is showing signs of breaking out of his early struggles and should return to his productive ways sooner rather than later.
Jun 13 2015Rendon went 1-for-3 Friday with a walk, a double and a run scored.He may be getting comfortable at the plate, collecting a hit and a walk in each of his last three games. Rendon's still hitting just .200/.294/.267 in 30 at-bats since coming off the DL, but once he finally shakes off the rust that slash line should improve in a hurry.
Jun 4 2015Rendon will bat second in his return to the field Thursday against the Cubs.Rendon was officially activated from the disabled list Friday, so it's no surprise he's in the lineup at second base. His return will bump Danny Espinosa out of the lineup and pushes Ian Desmond from second down to sixth in the batting order.
Jun 4 2015Rendon went 2-for-4 with a single, a double and two strikeouts in his season debut Thursday against the Cubs.After missing the start of the year with knee and oblique issues, Rendon finally got into a game with the Nationals, batting second and starting at second base, though he shifted to third after Yunel Escobar left with a wrist injury. It looks like Rendon will again be in line to see some time at both positions as the Nats look for one of Danny Espinosa and Escobar to separate himself from the other. If Escobar's injury lingers, Rendon could see a lot of action at third in the near term.
Jun 4 2015Rendon (oblique) was reinstated from the 15-day DL on Thursday.After playing both games of Wednesday's doubleheader with Double-A Harrisburg it comes as no surprise that Rendon was ready to rejoin the big league club. He will presumably be in the lineup playing second base (the position he played most recently with Harrisburg) for Thursday's game and should be deployed with confidence in full-season leagues.
Jun 3 2015Rendon (oblique) is in the lineup for both games of Double-A Harrisburg's doubleheader Wednesday, starting at second base in one game and playing DH in the other, the Washington Post's James Wagner reports.Rendon is hitting .235 in 17 at-bats during his rehab with Harrisburg, but the fact that he will pull double duty Wednesday suggests he's feeling well. There is still no timetable for his return to the big leagues, but an activation could be right around the corner.
May 30 2015Rendon (oblique) went 1-for-4 with three strikeouts for Double-A Harrisburg on Friday.He didn't exactly hit the cover off the ball, but Rendon finally seems on track to make his 2015 debut, likely sometime in the next week or two.
May 29 2015Rendon (oblique) will play second and bat second in a rehab start Friday with Double-A Harrisburg, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Rendon played three innings in an extended spring training game Tuesday, and no setbacks occurred en route to his rehab assignment Friday. It's unclear how long he will remain on the assignment, but he'll need to continue getting reps both offensively and defensively before eventually rejoining the Nationals.
May 26 2015Rendon (oblique) could begin a rehab assignment Friday, MASN's Dan Kolko reports.Rendon played three innings in an extended spring training game Tuesday and even stole third base -- a risk he likely would not have taken had he not been confident about his health. Rendon is scheduled to play five innings in a simulated game Wednesday, and if he feels good after that contest and a day off the next day, the Nationals could send him to one of their minor league affiliates to get in some game action over the weekend.
May 24 2015Assuming he doesn't have any setbacks, Rendon (oblique) will head back to the Nationals' spring training complex next week to play in simulated games, the Washington Post reports.He was able to take batting and fielding practice before Friday's game, and didn't seem to have any issues. Once Rendon's workload has been sufficiently increased in simulated games, the club will decide on a rehab assignment for him. A return before the end of May is all but impossible at this point, but Rendon could be back with the Nats by mid-June.
May 22 2015Rendon (oblique) took 40 groundballs at second base and will take batting practice prior to Friday's game, James Wagner of The Washington Post reports.Manager Matt Williams said Rendon will repeat this routine a few times in the coming days to build up his strength. Rendon suffered an oblique strain early in May, interrupting his rehab from a knee injury, and it's uncertain when he may be cleared to resume a rehab assignment.
May 20 2015Rendon (oblique) hit in the batting cage and took some grounders Wednesday, but isn't set to go on a rehab assignment yet, Chelsea Jones of the Washington Post reports.Rendon has been sidelined for a long time due to the oblique issue, but has started making progress. He's with the team and training staff doing some workouts, but still has a little ways to go before heading out on what will likely be an extended rehab. The Nats will probably continue using Yunel Escobar at third base with Danny Espinosa receiving most of the starts at second in Rendon's absence.
May 19 2015Rendon (oblique) is throwing and participating in some baseball activities, but he still isn't ready for live batting practice, the Washington Post's Chelsea Janes reports.Rendon may spend some time with the Nationals during the team's upcoming homestand, but he won't yet be ready to play in games. Once he's able to take live batting practice, the next step will likely be a rehab assignment, which could last quite a few games. While the Nationals still haven't provided a timeline, it appears that a return in late May or early June represents Rendon's best-case scenario.
May 14 2015Rendon (oblique) went to extended spring training Friday and is expected to begin baseball activities soon, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.Rendon's rehab was put on halt when an MRI revealed an oblique strain, but it looks as though he will begin the process again soon. His progression is expected to come along slowly, however, leaving his timetable unclear at this point.
May 4 2015Rendon is considered still considered day-to-day, but will visit Dr. Wiemi Douoguih to determine when he can restart baseball activities, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon continues to suffer from a knee issue dating back to spring training. He's had multiple setbacks in the recovery process, leading to a delayed return date. His return date remains up in the air, though an early May return looks to be out the window.
May 4 2015Rendon's MRI results unveiled an oblique strain and he'll be shut down for an unspecified amount of time to rest, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.The severity of Rendon's strain in unknown and he consequentially is without a firm timetable for a return to baseball activities. Rendon was originally thought to be dealing with a knee injury but apparently his oblique strain is the main culprit for his continued absence. Yunel Escobar will continue to be the expected starter at third base moving forward.
May 4 2015Rendon (knee/oblique) is not in the Double-A Harrisburg lineup Monday, Jon Morosi of Fox Sports reports.Rendon will now be held out of the lineup at Double-A Harrisburg for a third consecutive game, and while the knee injury initially landed him on the DL, an oblique issue seems to be the bigger problem of late. He's had trouble staying in the lineup consistently during his rehab stint, so the club will likely want to see him return to full health and play in games on consecutive days before thinking about activating him.
May 2 2015Rendon (knee/side) played five innings at second base for Double-A Harrisburg on Friday, going 0-for-2 with a walk, the Washington Post reports.With Yunel Escobar looking comfortable at third base, Rendon may end up playing second when he does finally come off the DL, but for now the Nats are keeping their options open. Assuming he doesn't have any setbacks, Rendon will likely play seven innings for Harrisburg on Saturday.
May 2 2015Rendon (knee) is scheduled to play seven innings for Double-A Harrisburg on Saturday, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon continues to progress as he works his way back from a knee issue that kept him out the whole first month of the season. If all goes well on the rehab front, he could rejoin the team at some point before the end of the week.
May 2 2015Rendon (knee) was scratched from his rehab start with Double-A Harrisburg on Saturday, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon was potentially scheduled to rejoin the club later in the week, but reportedly couldn't get loose before the game Saturday. It's unclear if this setback will cost anymore time, but the team should provide an update on his status at some point.
May 1 2015Rendon (knee) is in the lineup for Double-A Harrisburg on Friday.He will hit second and play second base as he continues a rehab assignment. His return date is very fluid and depending on how he feels in the next couple days he could be back with the Nationals in the very near future.
Apr 30 2015Rendon (knee) went through a full workout Thursday and could resume his rehab assignment Friday.Rendon made it through Thursday's session without issue, and he will return to action Friday with Double-A Harrisburg if he feels good prior to game time. A week on the sidelines thanks to soreness in his knee and side pushed back Rendon's return date, but if he is able to avoid any further setbacks, it is possible he could be activated from the disabled list at some point next week.
Apr 29 2015Rendon (knee) hit in a batting cage and was able to throw Wednesday, Mark Zuckerman of CSN reports.Rendon will miss his third straight rehab game with Double-A Harrisburg Wednesday as he continues to deal with knee stiffness and tightness in his side, but it appears as though he is getting closer to returning to the field. His status for Thursday's contest is unclear at this point, but once he's able to slot back into the Double-A lineup, a clearer timetable for a major league return should become available.
Apr 29 2015Rendon (knee) will not play a rehab game with Double-A Harrisburg on Wednesday as anticipated, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.The Nationals were hoping that Rendon would be able to return to action Wednesday after sitting out a few days with stiffness in his knee, but he is now dealing with tightness in his side as well, and will remain sidelined. Neither of his recent setbacks seems overly serious, but they have already delayed his rehab process, and could cost him additional time. The Nationals figure to proceed with caution, and a potential date for Rendon's return to the big club will be vague until he is able to get back on the field.
Apr 28 2015The Nationals are hoping to get Rendon (knee) back on the field with Double-A Harrisburg on Wednesday, Mark Zuckerman of CSN reports.Rendon's knee is reportedly feeling better -- he was scratched Monday due to stiffness -- but he felt some side soreness and thus the decision was made to hold him out again Tuesday. The Nats seems to think he'll be fine to resume his rehab assignment Wednesday, but they will likely continue to be cautious if there are any further issues.
Apr 28 2015Rendon (knee) is not in the lineup for his scheduled rehab game with Double-A Harrisburg on Tuesday, Dan Kolko of MASN reports.Rendon was scratched from Harrisburg's Monday lineup due to stiffness in his knee, and he will not be in the lineup for Tuesday's game either. It's not clear if he suffered a setback, or if he is being held out as a preventative measure, but his return could be delayed either way. Expect another update on Rendon's status as further details become available.
Apr 27 2015Rendon (knee) will play at both second and third base when he returns from injury, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon has split time between the two positions in his first two seasons, but will likely play at third primarily when he returns. Barring any setbacks, Rendon appears to be on track to be activated off the disabled list within the week.
Apr 27 2015Rendon (knee) was scratched from his rehab game Monday with fatigue, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.The issue seems to be unrelated to Rendon's knee injury that landed him on the disabled list, but it's unclear the extent of this setback. If he's able to return to the lineup Tuesday, he could still be back with the big league club later in the week.
Apr 22 2015Rendon (knee) played five innings in an extended spring training game Wednesday, and is expected to join Triple-A Harrisburg on a rehab assignment Friday, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Manager Matt Williams indicated a desire for Rendon to receive 25-30 at-bats while on the rehab assignment. Upon his return, the plan appears to be for him to play at third base, but Williams didn't rule out the possibility of a shift to second.
Apr 21 2015Rendon (knee) will begin a minor league rehab assignment Friday, MLB.com reports.Rendon played three innings at third base in an extended spring training game Tuesday, and manager Matt Williams announced afterward that Rendon will get into a minor league game Friday. While Rendon admitted he's still experiencing some stiffness in the knee, he told Williams that he no longer has any pain. The 24-year-old will progress to five innings in an extended spring game Wednesday before getting Thursday off.
Apr 21 2015Rendon (knee) played three innings at third base in an extended spring training game Tuesday.Rendon will increase his workload to five innings in the field Wednesday. General manager Mike Rizzo said Sunday that Rendon was progressing but declined to speculate as to a potential return date, though the team may start giving some consideration to a minor league rehab assignment if Rendon builds up to seven innings or so without issue. There has been talk of Rendon playing second base for Washington upon his return.
Apr 14 2015Rendon (knee) could play second base instead of third when he returns to the lineup, the Washington Post reports.Yunel Escobar has looked more comfortable defensively at third than he did at second, and the Nationals may not want to shuffle him between positions during the regular season. Second base may put more strain on Rendon's knee, however, so the club may decide it's more important to protect Rendon's health than Escobar's confidence in the field. Wherever he ends up playing, as yet there's still no timetable for Rendon's return.
Apr 13 2015Rendon (knee) did some throwing and took dry swings Sunday.Rendon experienced some soreness while working out Friday, but it appears that was nothing major, as he was back on the field just a couple days later. It's not exactly clear when Rendon will be ready for big league action, but he is moving the right direction in his recovery.
Apr 10 2015Rendon (knee) experienced discomfort doing side-to-side drills Friday, MASN's Dan Kolko reports.He was progressing slowly prior to Friday's setback, and it does not sound like he is particularly close to returning to the Nationals at this point. Rendon fielded grounders hit directly at him Friday, but until he can move laterally without discomfort, he won't be given the chance to go on a rehab assignment.
Apr 9 2015Rendon (knee) did side-to-side work recently, including some change of direction drills, MASN's Dan Kolko reports.This is a positive step for Rendon, and he is scheduled to do modified groundball work next. It remains a bit of a guessing game as to when he will rejoin the Nationals, but considering he seems to be on a fairly slow recovery track, a late-April return should be viewed as a win for Rendon's owners. Yunel Escobar will see most starts at third base in his absence.
Apr 5 2015Rendon (knee) was placed on the 15-day DL on Sunday, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon will likely be replaced at the hot corner by Yunel Escobar during the early parts of the season, with Dan Uggla and Danny Espinosa moving over to cover the reps left behind at the keystone. Rendon will miss at least the first four games of the year, but the absence could wind up lasting a bit longer, as he remains without a timetable for a return. A third opinion on the injury confirmed a sprained MCL, which likely means he'll need some rest before ramping up baseball activities.
Apr 1 2015Rendon's third opinion resulted in the same diagnosis as the first two, a sprained MCL, and manager Matt Williams indicated he will begin the season on the disabled list, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon's DL stint will cost him a minimum of four games in the regular season, but it's possible he will last longer than that. He will need to rest until the issue resolves itself, at which point he will begin ramping up his baseball activity again to the point of return. For now, the Nats are exploring multiple options to cover third base in his absence.
Mar 31 2015Rendon (knee) is headed for a third opinion in Colorado, after Dr. James Andrew provided the same diagnosis of a sprained MCL, CSN's Mark Zuckerman reports.Rendon and the Nationals are clearly being diligent, as the third baseman has been flying all over the country for second and third opinions. He's expected to begin his season on the disabled list, but the injury should ultimately heal with rest, assuming the diagnosis of a sprained MCL holds up. There's still no timetable for a return.
Mar 30 2015Rendon will visit Dr. James Andrews Monday for a second opinion on his knee injury, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon is expected to begin the season on the disabled list, but it appears the issue could turn out to be more than that. It's unclear what exactly he's looking for in the visit, but seeing the specialist is never a good sign.
Mar 25 2015An MRI on Monday revealed Rendon (knee) is showing improvement, but his chances of being ready for Opening Day appear to be slim, Mark Zuckderman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon has been dealing with soreness, and it take a while to recover fully from the issue. While he hasn't officially been ruled out for the beginning of the season, it appears he's considered doubtful at this point. However, Rendon still has over a week to heal, and he probably won't be out much past the opener barring a setback.
Mar 23 2015Rendon's sprained knee is still sore, according to Nats manager Matt Williams. There is a growing possibility that he may not be ready for Opening Day, MASN's Dan Kolko reports.The knee is still sore when Rendon hits, according to James Wagner of The Washington Post. Further, the Nats were breaking in Danny Epinosa at third base over the weekend, perhaps in preparation for having to start the year without Rendon's services. While an Opening Day absence is still up in the air, Rendon is running out of time to progress through enough spring games against live pitching to get his timing back prior to the start of the season.
Mar 22 2015Danny Espinosa got a start at third base Saturday during a split-squad game against the Marlins, fueling speculation that Rendon (knee) may not be ready for Opening Day, the Washington Post reports.The Nationals tend to be optimistic in their assessments of when players will come back from injury, so the concern is understandable, but with Espinosa ticketed for a bench role this season, giving him a start at third seems to say more about him than it does about Rendon. Still, until Rendon is actually back on the field, a DL stint to begin the season remains a possibility.
Mar 22 2015Danny Espinosa got a start at third base on Saturday during a split-squad game against the Marlins, fueling speculation that Rendon (knee) may not be ready for Opening Day, the Washington Post reports.The Nationals tend to be optimistic in their assessments of when players will come back from injury, so the concern is understandable, but with Espinosa ticketed for a bench role this season, giving him a start at third seems to say more about him than it does about Rendon. Still, until Rendon is actually back on the field, a DL stint to begin the season remains a possibility.
Mar 20 2015Rendon is likely to be ready for Opening Day according to Matt Williams, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.This definitely isn't a 100 percent shot, as Rendon is still in the weight room portion of his rehab and hasn't even see the field since going down with a mild MCL-sprain. Rendon has been hampered by injuries since his college days, so any threat to one of the top third-basemen in fantasy has to be taken seriously.
Mar 18 2015Rendon is still experiencing soreness in his knee, the Washington Post reports.He was able to run on a treadmill on Monday, but until the soreness subsides and Rendon's able to get back on the field, the Nationals are reluctant to put any kind of timetable on his return. There's still time for him to get ready for Opening Day, but the clock is ticking. Don't be too shocked if he begins the season with a short DL stint.
Mar 15 2015Rendon (knee) could continue resting until early next week, the Washington Post reports.While the Nationals say they aren't too concerned about Rendon's mild MCL sprain, they are clearly being extremely cautious with their young star. If Rendon remains on the sidelines much longer than another week, a DL stint to begin the season may be necessary.
Mar 13 2015Rendon is dealing with a minor left knee sprain and will rest for a few more days.Manager Matt Williams seemed to indicate that the decision to rest Rendon is just a precaution to prevent the knee soreness from worsening. Rendon should still be able to get in a fair amount of at-bats toward the end of the Grapefruit League play, putting him on track to open the regular season healthy and dialed in. After bouncing between second and third base last season, Rendon is poised to stick at third for the entirety of 2015, after the Nationals decided to move Ryan Zimmerman over to first base. Rendon will still likely retain eligibility at both positions in most fantasy formats.
Mar 11 2015Rendon was scratched Wednesday due to swelling in his left knee, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Rendon's injury reportedly occurred on a diving stop in Tuesday's game, but him being scratched is just a precaution. He should be considered day-to-day at this point unless news comes through suggesting otherwise.
Nov 7 2014Rendon won the NL Silver Slugger award for third base on Thursday.In his first full season in the majors, Rendon posted an impressive .287/.351/.473 line with 21 home runs, 83 RBI, 111 runs and 17 steals. Depending on what moves the Nationals make in the offseason, Rendon could head into 2015 as the starter at either third base or second base, but wherever he plays he'll be an integral part of the offense.
Sep 26 2014Rendon is out of the lineup for Game 2 of the Nationals doubleheader against the Marlins on Friday.Rendon played the first game of the doubleheader Friday but will sit for Game 2. Kevin Frandsen will get the call at third base and bats second for the Nationals.
Sep 26 2014Rendon was 1-for-4 Friday against Miami, but his lone hit was a solo home run, his 21st of the year, providing all the offense the Nationals would need.Washington went on to win 4-0 behind a Doug Fister complete game. Rendon has put together a monster breakout season and appears to have put his injury-plagued days behind him. He's hitting .288/.350/.475 with 21 home runs and 83 RBI on the season to go with 111 runs and 17 stolen bases.
Sep 25 2014Rendon is out of the lineup for Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader with the Mets, Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post reports.With the Nationals on secure ground for the postseason, manager Matt Williams has no need to use his regulars for both ends of Thursday's twin bill. Rendon will give way to Kevin Frandsen at third base for the first contest, but expect him to reenter the lineup in Game 2.
Sep 23 2014Rendon is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Mets, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.It's simply a day off for Rendon, and Kevin Frandsen will step in as the starting third baseman.
Sep 17 2014Rendon is not in the lineup Wednesday, MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports.Manager Matt Williams is giving all of the regulars the day off Wednesday after they clinched a playoff berth Tuesday. Kevin Frandsen will start at the hot corner, but fantasy owners shouldn't be without Rendon's bat for more than a game or two down the stretch.
Sep 12 2014Rendon (illness) went 3-for-5 in his return to the lineup on Thursday with two runs scored and a two-run home run.It's his first home run of September, and 19th of the season. Despite his brief bout with flu-like symptoms, Rendon is hitting .324/.429/.471 in 34 September at-bats and seems poised for a big finish to his breakout season.
Sep 12 2014Rendon continued his hot hitting in September, going 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a solo home run in a losing effort against the Mets on Friday night.He's been on fire this month, and even with a brief pause when he suffered flu-like symptoms, he has six hits in the two games since he returned to the lineup. He is now hitting .285 with 20 long ones and 80 RBI on the season.
Sep 11 2014Nationals manager Matt Williams says Rendon (illness) may miss Thursday's game, the Washington Post reports.Even if he does get one more day to recover, Rendon should be back at third base for the Nats by the weekend.
Sep 11 2014Rendon (illness) is back in the lineup Thursday against the Mets.Rendon will slot back in Thursday after missing Wednesday's game with an unspecified illness. Apparently, it was just a 24-hour bug, so it should be a non-issue moving forward.
Sep 10 2014Rendon is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Braves.Rendon went 0-for-2 with a walk Tuesday and his batting line currently sits at .279/.342/.462 for the season. He will yield Wednesday's start at third base to Kevin Frandsen, who will bat second for the Nationals.
Sep 10 2014Rendon is dealing with an illness and will likely be unavailable Wednesday, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon's illness is apparently similar to that which kept Adam LaRoche out of the lineup for a game last week. He's likely no worse than day-to-day as a result.
Sep 5 2014Rendon was 2-for-4 with two walks, three runs scored, and two RBI in Washington's loss to the Phillies on Friday night.Quite a night as he filled up the scoresheet and now has 75 RBI to go with a respectable .279 average on the season. Rendon is becoming a very polished hitter, and he provides additional fantasy value by qualifying at both second and third base.
Sep 2 2014Rendon went 2-for-5 Monday with a double, an RBI and two stolen bases.With 18 home runs and 15 steals on the campaign, Rendon has a shot at a 20/20 season to go along with his solid .280/.338/.469 slash line if he gets a little more aggressive on the basepaths.
Aug 29 2014Rendon went 4-for-4 against the Mariners on Friday, as he hit his 18th homer (409 feet) of the season while scoring two runs and picking up one RBI.The Nationals second baseman has been extremely consistent with the bat since the middle of June, while showing the skills that fantasy owners drooled over during his prospect days. Rendon (.282/.341/.471) who is only in his second season is on pace for 20 homers and 100 runs for the year.
Aug 21 2014Rendon had a walk-off pinch-hit RBI single Wednesday as the Nationals downed the Diamondbacks 3-2.He got the day off from the starting lineup, but came through when it mattered. Rendon should be right back at third base on Thursday.
Aug 20 2014Rendon is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Diamondbacks.There was no word that Rendon suffered an injury in Tuesday's contest, so it's probably safe to assume the 24-year-old is just receiving the day off here. He's started every game for the Nationals since July 8, so the rest should serve him well.
Aug 8 2014Rendon was 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in a losing cause against the Braves on Friday night.After falling behind 7-0, the Nationals attempted a comeback that would ultimately fall a run short. With his value boosted by qualifying at both second and third base, Rendon has cobbled together a solid year so far with 15 home runs and 65 RBI to go with a respectable .278 average.
Aug 3 2014Rendon went 3-for-5 with two runs, a homerun and 4 RBI Saturday against the Phillies.Rendon was one triple away from the cycle, as he led his team to an 11-0 rout of the Phillies. He had an RBI single, a three-run home run, and a double in his first three at-bats. For the season, Rendon is batting .281/.338/.469 and has 14 homers.
Jul 23 2014Rendon went 3-for-5 Tuesday with a double and two runs scored.He shifted from second base to third after Ryan Zimmerman strained his hamstring trying to beat out a potential double play grounder, but has already safely qualified at both positions for 2015 in most leagues. Rendon will head back to third base for another extended stretch should Zimmerman, as expected, wind up on the DL.
Jul 7 2014Rendon went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer Monday against the Orioles.Rendon ended a nine-game hitting streak Sunday, but rebounded with a multi-hit performance Monday while also going deep. He is having an excellent season overall as he is batting .284 with 13 home runs and 52 RBI.
Jul 5 2014Rendon went 3-for-4 with three doubles, three runs, two RBI and a walk in Saturday's 13-0 win over the Cubs.The performance upped Rendon's slash line to .286/.343/.489, while improving his season-long pace to 94 RBI, 113 runs and 40 doubles. Once you consider that he's also on pace for 23 homers and 15 steals, Rendon has put together a better first half than anyone could have hoped for. He'll carry a nine-game hitting streak into Sunday's contest, and he probably shouldn't make vacation plans for the All-Star break.
Jun 25 2014Rendon went 3-for-7 with an RBI and a run scored, while hitting his 12th home run and also swiping his sixth stolen base of the year in the Nationals' 16-inning 4-2 win over the Brewers.Rendon has been raking at the pate, going 14-for-43 in his last 10 games. Rendon now owns an .862 OPS, which ranks third in MLB among third baseman.
Jun 20 2014Rendon was just 1-for-6 but the one hit, a game-tying two-run home run off of Braves closer Craig Kimbrel was something to get excited about Friday night.The fireworks carried the game into extra innings but it couldn't reverse the Nationals fortunes against Atlanta as the Braves would win it in 13 innings. Rendon now has 11 home runs and 40 RBI on the season, and continues to be a steady performer for Washington and his fantasy backers.
Jun 18 2014Rendon went 2-for-5 with his 10th home run of the year and two stolen bases against the Astros on Wednesday.Rendon continues to swing a hot bat for the Nationals. The young infielder is hitting .294/.368/.569 with four home runs and 11 RBI so far in June.
Jun 17 2014Rendon showcased some timely hitting Tuesday, going 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI-doubles and a walk in a win over the Astros.More quality hitting from the sophomore infielder, who continues to delight fantasy owners who were savvy enough to acquire him. His three RBI in this one bring him up to 37 on the year to go along with his 43 runs, nine dingers and .270 average.
Jun 12 2014Rendon went 0-for-3 with two walks in Wednesday's win over San Francisco.He started at second base and looks back to full speed after missed three games last week due to a sore thumb.
Jun 10 2014Rendon (thumb) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Giants, Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post reports.A jammed right thumb cost Rendon three games, but he'll slot back into the lineup Tuesday to take on lefty Madison Bumgarner. The 24-year-old Rendon compiled just a .212/.292/.323 batting line in May, but he's off to a strong start in June, with six hits (including three home runs) in 19 at-bats.
Jun 9 2014Rendon (thumb) is available to pinch-hit Monday night, and manager Matt Williams is hopeful that the young infielder will return to the lineup Tuesday.Williams also said that Rendon is still a bit sore, so a Tuesday return to the lineup remains up in the air. The 24-year-old is out of the lineup for a third consecutive game Monday, but he did take batting practice Sunday morning/afternoon.
Jun 9 2014Rendon (thumb) remains out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Giants, Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post reports.Though the Nationals were hopeful Rendon would be back in the lineup Monday after he was able to take batting practice Sunday, he'll be unavailable for the third straight day, allowing Kevin Frandsen to enter the lineup. It appears there's still optimism Rendon will be able to avoid the DL, but that could change if he fails to make much progress in his recovery by mid-week.
Jun 8 2014Rendon (thumb) is out of the lineup for the second straight game Sunday against the Padres.Rendon was able to take some swings prior to Sunday's game, suggesting that his absence shouldn't last too much longer. His hand was still a bit sore, however, so he'll get an extra precautionary day of rest. Kevin Fransen will once again man the hot corner in his absence.
Jun 7 2014Rendon (thumb) is not in Saturday's lineup, Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post reports.X-rays on Rendon's thumb came back negative, so he is likely just day-to-day. Kevin Frandsen is both starting at third base and replacing Rendon in the No. 2 hole. Rendon was cruising before the injury, with four home runs in his last six games.
Jun 7 2014X-rays on Rendon's right thumb came back negative, the Washington Post reports.Rendon and the Nats appear to have dodged a bullet, as the 24-year-old is just day-to-day after being hit on his throwing hand by a line drive off the bat of the Padres' Carlos Quentin in the fourth inning of Friday's game. While Rendon admitted he was "pretty worried" when it happened, and there's certainly a chance he's held out of Saturday's game, it doesn't sound like he's in danger of missing significant time.
Jun 6 2014Rendon went 1-for-3 with one run scored and two RBI as he hit his ninth homer of the year against the Padres on Friday before leaving the game early after taking a ground ball off his thumb.It's been a solid second season for Rendon to this point (.272/.328/.470), especially when it comes to supplying power numbers. Rendon has raised his batting average 21 points as of May 28 over an eight-game stretch, where he's gone 13-for-35 with four homers, 10 runs and eight RBI.
Jun 6 2014Rendon had X-rays on his thumb Friday that came back negative, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.For now, he's day-to-day, but Rendon was a candidate to receive a day off Saturday anyway prior to taking a chopper off of his right thumb in Friday night's game.
Jun 6 2014Rendon was removed from Friday night's game in the bottom of the sixth inning after taking a chopper off of his throwing hand.In addition to the potential hand injury, Rendon was reportedly feeling under the weather Friday. Nats manager Matt Williams mentioned a desire to give Rendon a day off in the near future, so Saturday could be that day if he's unavailable due to either of his current ailments. Kevin Frandsen replaced Rendon at third base Friday night.
Jun 4 2014Rendon went 3-for-5 against the Phillies on Wednesday, including his eighth home run of the season.Rendon homered in his second straight game and for the third time in four games. He is now slashing .270/.325/.460 with 38 runs and 32 RBI on the year. Rendon batted a solid .312 in April, but regressed to a pedestrian .212 in May. He looks locked in once again.
May 31 2014Rendon went 4-for-5 with a homer -- his sixth of the season -- and three runs scored in the Nats' win over Texas on Saturday.The blast was Rendon's first since May 5, and he's been pushing to end the month on a high note (7-for-16 in the last three games) despite going 21-for-99 (.212) over the last 25 contests.
May 26 2014Rendon went 1-for-3 with two walks, an RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's win over the Pirates.Rendon's fantasy value has taken a dive with his batting average through most of May, but he's at least managed to create some more run-scoring opportunities by walking four times over the last three games. He'll remain entrenched in the two-hole for the Nationals even as the hits remain hard to come by at the moment.
May 21 2014Rendon is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Reds.Rendon has started all but one game for the Nationals this season, so it appears manager Matt Williams will opt to rest him with a day game coming after a night game. Look for him to see a pinch-hitting opportunity off the bench if Wednesday's game proves competitive.
May 18 2014Rendon reached base four times in Sunday's win over the Mets, providing a single and three runs while also picking up his second stolen base of the season.In spite of the solid plate discipline he demonstrated Sunday, Rendon has been mostly disappointing thus far in May, batting 11-for-57 with one homer and four RBI. His solid contact skills will probably allow him to escape the slump sooner or later, but missing Bryce Harper, Ryan Zimmerman and Adam LaRoche behind him in the order won't help his run-scoring totals.
May 7 2014Rendon went 3-for-5 with a double and a run scored on Tuesday.The sophomore continues collecting hits by the bushel, hitting .364 (16-for-44) over his last 10 games with two home runs, eight RBI and nine runs scored. Rendon's starting to establish himself as a fixture near the top of the Nationals' batting order, and one of the top fantasy second baseman around.
Apr 30 2014Rendon went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs scored and his sixth HR of the season against the Astros on Wednesday.It hasn't taken long for Rendon to get comfortable in the Nationals lineup, with a .316 batting average on the season. Rendon will continue to get at-bats going forward for the Nationals, especially if he keeps displaying the power.
Apr 25 2014Rendon was 4-for-5 with two runs scored, two RBI and his first stolen base in the Nationals win over San Diego on Friday night.He contributed to a 17-hit attack and the four hits lifted his average back up to .302 on the season. Has been a steady performer in the early going this season, and filling in for the injured Ryan Zimmerman at third base, he offers the added benefit of positional versatility to his fantasy owners.
Apr 18 2014Rendon went 1-for-4 with a solo shot in Friday's 3-1 victory over the Cardinals.Rendon continues to produce here in the early weeks of the 2014 season. Through 67 plate appearances, the second-year infielder has an impressive .313/.352/.582 slash with three homers, 13 RBI and 11 runs scored.
Apr 14 2014Rendon had a big day at the dish Monday, going 2-for-5 with three RBI.Rendon doubled in two in the second inning and then tripled home the pitcher Jordan Zimmermann in the seventh. The young infielder has been strong this season, knocking home 12 runs in 13 games played.
Apr 12 2014Rendon fared well at the plate in Saturday's loss to the Braves, going 2-for-4 with his second homer of the year.Rendon sent the sixth pitch of the game by the Braves' Alex Wood 413 feet over the fence at Turner Field. He has now knocked in nine while posting a slash line of .372/.413/.651 in 11 games this season, and will get even more guaranteed playing time with Ryan Zimmerman set to miss 4-to-6 weeks with a broken thumb.
Apr 7 2014Rendon got the start at third base Sunday and hit leadoff with Denard Span receiving a day off.Rendon went 1-for-4 with a run scored. Ryan Zimmerman's latest shoulder issues should quickly give Rendon additional positional eligibility, and his .391 (9-for-23) start to the season should keep him up near the top of the order. The possibility of a breakout season for the young infielder looks stronger with each passing day.
Apr 3 2014Rendon is not in the starting lineup Thursday against the Mets, Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post reports.Rendon has gotten off to a great start, with a single, two doubles, a homer and five RBI in his first 10 trips to the plate. The team will give Danny Espinosa a spin at the keystone in Thursday's series finale, but Rendon looks like the man for the job.
Apr 2 2014Rendon moved up to the second spot in the order Wednesday and went 2-for-5 with an RBI against the Mets.After hitting eighth on Opening Day, the Nats shuffled things up and Rendon gained the most under the new configuration. It's unclear if first-year manager Matt Williams will eventually settle on a default arrangement for his batting order, or if he will continue to mix and match often depending on the ebbs and flows of his bats.
Mar 31 2014Rendon smacked a three-run home run in the 10th inning to help the Nationals to a 9-7 victory on Opening Day.Rendon finished the day 2-for-5 with four RBI. The second-year player is hitting eighth right now, but could find himself higher in the order if he continues to hit the way he did Monday.
Mar 24 2014Rendon (chest cold) is targeting a return to the lineup on Tuesday, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington reports.Rendon was able to take some swings in the batting cage on Sunday, suggesting he's been feeling better of late. He's been out of action since Thursday, but should return in time to rack up a few more at-bats before the regular season. Rendon hasn't been officially named the starting second basemen in favor of Danny Espinosa yet, but all signs are pointing in this direction.
Mar 24 2014Rendon, who has been battling a chest cold, was able to take some swings in the batting cage on Sunday, the Washington Post reports.He hasn't seen any Grapefruit League action since Thursday, but the Nats aren't worried that the illness will linger into the regular season.
Mar 21 2014Rendon has yet to be named the Nationals starting second baseman by manager Matt Williams, the Washington Post's Adam Kilgore reports.Everyone is operating under the assumption that this is Rendon's job, including the Nationals, who have been using Danny Espinosa primarily as a utility guy this spring. It's just worth noting that technically there is still an open competition for the job.
Mar 20 2014Rendon hit eighth on Wednesday, going 1-for-3 with two strikeouts, as Nationals' manager Matt Williams previewed what could be his Opening Day lineup.Batting in the slot before the pitcher won't help Rendon's fantasy value any, assuming this is the order Williams goes with, but if Rendon hits well when he gets a chance he could work his way into a friendlier spot.
Mar 10 2014Rendon got another start at third base Sunday and hit leadoff, going 2-for-3 with a solo home run.New Nats manager Matt Williams hasn't been afraid to use Rendon at the top of his batting orders so far this spring, which bodes well for his chances of hitting in a more valuable fantasy spot when the games start counting. He still needs to fend off Danny Espinosa for the second base job though, and while a .313 (5-for-16) batting average isn't bad Rendon's 0:7 BB:K ratio in the early going is a bit worrying. If he's still pressing at the plate later in the month, the door could be open for Espinosa to reclaim the gig.
Mar 3 2014Rendon got the start at third base in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.He'll most likely win the starting second base job, but on days that Ryan Zimmerman shifts over to first base Rendon could see action at third. It's not something that will affect his value at the draft table, but keep in mind that he could earn some extra position eligibility down the road.
Feb 16 2014Rendon will engage in "open competition" with Danny Espinosa during spring training for the starting second base job, CSN Washington reports. "There's no favorite at this point," according to manager Matt Williams.Rendon is the younger player with more upside, so he should be considered the favorite to win this job, especially when taking into account Danny Espinosa's career .230 batting average. This is likely an attempt by new manager Matt Williams to motivate both players, and increase the overall level of competition during spring training. In all likelihood, Espinosa will be used to allow Rendon the occasional day of rest, as the 23-year-old Rendon is heading into what will be his first full big league season.
Sep 28 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Saturday against the Diamondbacks.Rendon has been sharing second base duties with Steve Lombardozzi more frequently over the past month, and Lombardozzi will get another start Saturday.
Sep 25 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cardinals, according to Adam Kilgore of the Washington Post.Rendon, who owns a .714 OPS on the season, will be held out while Steve Lombardozzi gets the start at second base Wednesday afternoon.
Sep 21 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Saturday against the Marlins.It's more of the same for Rendon, who continues to sit every few days. Steve Lombardozzi will take over at second base and bat eighth against right-hander Tom Koehler.
Sep 13 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Friday against the Phillies, the Washington Times reports.Steve Lombardozzi owns a 8-for-21 (.381) career batting line against Friday's opposing starter, Kyle Kendrick, so he'll be getting the nod over Rendon at second base. Consider it just a day off for Rendon, who is batting 7-for-19 with a homer and five RBI over his last five starts.
Sep 10 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets.Rendon, who owns just a .604 OPS since the All-Star break, will give way to Steve Lombardozzi on Tuesday night. Expect the two to continue sharing the second-base duties the rest of the way.
Sep 6 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Marlins.Rendon's playing time has faded lately, and he'll give way to Steve Lombardozzi for the second game in a row. The Nationals probably won't freeze Rendon out of the mix completely, but he seems to be seeing less playing time than your average starter. The young infielder actually hasn't been all that bad lately, as he finished August with a .783 OPS, and is 5-for-21 over his last six games. He was much worse in July, and still saw 91 at-bats during the month.
Sep 4 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Phillies.Rendon will be out of the lineup Wednesday for the fourth time in the team's last 11 games, as Steve Lombardozzi once again spells him at second. The 23-year-old Rendon is batting .222 with one extra-base hit since Aug. 25.
Aug 31 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Saturday against the Mets, the Washington Post reports.The Nationals have begun to spell Rendon more regularly against right-handers of late, and with the team due to face its fifth of the week Saturday in the Mets' Zack Wheeler, he'll be on the bench. Steve Lombardozzi gets the start at second base.
Aug 21 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs.It appears to be a routine day off for Rendon, who has just one extra-base hit in his last five games. The 23-year-old missed a start earlier this month with a minor forearm ailment, but he's been in the lineup for 20 of the team's last 22 games.
Aug 21 2013Rendon is not expected to start Wednesday against the Cubs, Amanda Comak of the Washington Times reports.The confusion was provided by manager Davey Johnson himself, as he said Ian Desmond was scratched with a stiff back and Rendon would fill in at shortstop. It now looks like Desmond will start after all, which means Rendon will sit.
Aug 21 2013Rendon is now in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Amanda Comak of the Washington Times reports.Rendon was not included on manager Davey Johnson's initial card, but Ian Desmond's scratch with a tight back will thrust Rendon back into the lineup.
Aug 13 2013Rendon (forearm) is in Tuesday's lineup against the Phillies, CSN Washington reports.Rendon missed just one game, so there shouldn't be any cause for concern. He is 9-for-33 (.273 BA) with two home runs and eight RBI over the last 10 games.
Aug 11 2013Rendon was held out of the lineup Sunday to rest his left forearm, the Washington Post reports.Rendon was dealing with soreness in his left forearm following his final at-bat in Saturday's game, but did not have any problems in an exam by the team's physician. The day off was precautionary and Rendon should be back in the lineup as usual in the next game Tuesday, when the Nationals take on the Giants.
Aug 11 2013Rendon is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Phillies.Rendon was cold coming out of the intermission, but he's been swinging the bat well so far this month (.308 average, two homers). It seems manager Davey Johnson just wants to capitalize on Steve Lombardozzi's familiarity with right-hander Kyle Kendrick, Sunday's starter for Philadelphia (6-for-18 against Kendrick).
Aug 9 2013Rendon was 1-for-3 with a walk, two runs scored, a home run, and a pair of RBI in the Nationals win over Philadelphia on Friday night.After a horrendous July where he hit just .187 (17-for-91) Rendon has started to come alive a bit so far in August, having hit safely in seven of eight games, and collecting a pair of home runs. He remains one of the more promising young hitters on the Nationals roster, and should become more reliable at the dish as he gains more experience.
Aug 4 2013Rendon is not in the lineup Sunday against the Brewers.Though Rendon has struggled to begin the second half, he's shown some positive signs offensively of late, stringing together a three-game hitting streak. He won't be supplanted for starting duty by his replacement Sunday (Steve Lombardozzi) but with Danny Espinosa beginning to settle into a groove at the plate at Triple-A Syracuse, Rendon will need to continue to perform.
Jul 28 2013Rendon went 0-for-4 Saturday and committed his 11th error of the season.The rookie has been ice cold since the All-Star break, going 2-for-32 in eight games to drop his line on the season down to .262/.311/.395. With the Nats struggling to score runs, don't be surprised if manager Davey Johnson continues to sit Rendon more often than the team's other starters until he can get in a groove again.
Jul 25 2013Rendon was removed from Thursday's lineup in favor of Ian Desmond.The Nats initially listed Rendon as the starter at shortstop for Thursday's game with Desmond dealing with a blister on his hand, but it appears Desmond is feeling better, and he will handle his regular shortstop duties while Rendon gets a day off.
Jul 13 2013Rendon is not in the starting lineup Saturday against the Marlins.It's been nearly a month since Rendon last took a seat, and manager Davey Johnson apparently decided it was time to give the 23-year-old a rest. Rendon has 10 multi-hit efforts in his last 27 starts.
Jul 11 2013Rendon went 2-for-4 Wednesday with a double and a home run, his fourth of the season.Three of those home runs have come in his last eight games. Rendon isn't putting up otherworldly Puig-esque numbers, but a .303/.354/.461 line in his first 152 big league at-bats is still plenty impressive.
Jul 8 2013Rendon went 2-for-5 Sunday with his third home run of the season.He's slowing down some, hitting .258 (8-for-31) over his last eight games, but Rendon has no immediate competition for the second base job and will get every opportunity to adjust to the grind of a major league season.
Jul 3 2013Rendon went 1-for-4 at the plate Wednesday night, hitting the second home run of his Major League career.Rendon is now on a four game hitting streak during which time he's driven in three runs and collected two extra-base hits. Since taking over at second base in early June, Rendon is hitting .330. The 23 year old is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon.
Jun 28 2013Rendon went 0-for-5 Thursday, snapping a 12-for-26 (.462) streak.Amazingly he didn't pick up a single RBI during that six-game tear and scored just four runs, a testament to how bad the rest of the Nationals offense has been recently. Bryce Harper's return from the DL will help in that regard, but even if Rendon's counting stats continue to lag his .337/.384/.462 line through his first 104 big league at-bats will make it very tough to take him out of your lineup.
Jun 16 2013Rendon was moved up to second in the batting order Saturday, and rewarded Nats' manager Davey Johnson's faith with a 3-for-5 performance that included a game-winning solo home run in the top of the ninth inning.The rookie also chipped in a double and scored three runs, while the homer was the first of his brief career. Rendon's hitting .429 (15-for-35) over the course of a nine game hitting streak and is looking comfortable defensively at second base as well. The club will have a decision to make at the keystone when Danny Espinosa gets healthy, but at the moment Rendon would appear to be the better option.
Jun 14 2013Rendon is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Indians.Another base knock for Rendon on Thursday extended the 23-year-old's hitting streak to eight games, but manager Davey Johnson will sit Rendon against right-hander Justin Masterson on Friday. Steve Lombardozzi is getting the starting nod at second.
Jun 13 2013Rendon went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI Wednesday, extending his hitting streak to seven games.He's batting .375/.400/.542 in six games since being called back up, and Rendon isn't showing any signs yet of relinquishing the second base job even when Danny Espinosa gets healthy.
Jun 9 2013Rendon went 2-for-5 Saturday with a double and a run scored.He's starting to look more comfortable at the plate, going 5-for-12 over his last three games. If the rookie can get into a groove, Danny Espinosa is going to have a hard time finding a place in the lineup when he comes off the DL.
Jun 5 2013Rendon is in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mets.Rendon played in eight games with the Nationals earlier this season -- all at third base -- but with Ryan Zimmerman healthy this time around, and Danny Espinosa (wrist) on the disabled list, Rendon will now see action at second base. He will sixth Wednesday against Mets starter Dillon Gee.
Jun 4 2013Rendon was recalled by the Nationals from Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, CSN Washington reports.Rendon was sent to Double-A Harrisburg on May 3 and responded well when he was sent down hitting .319 with six home runs before being moved up to Triple-A for three games. He is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game but is listed on the lineup card as active. He will likely work at second base most of the time and occasionally could spell Ryan Zimmerman at third.
Jun 1 2013Rendon has been promoted to Triple-A Syracuse, the Washington Post reports.He clearly had nothing left to prove at the plate in Double-A, but his stay at Syracuse may not be a long one if second base remains a problem spot in the Nationals' lineup.
May 31 2013Rendon (mouth) will play Friday with Double-A Harrisburg for the first time since May 23, Geoff Morrow of PennLive.com reports.Rendon missed about a week after having his wisdom teeth removed, but he will return to action Friday night. Rendon has dominated Double-A pitching this season, posting a 1.098 OPS to go along with six home runs and 24 RBI in 32 games with Harrisburg.
May 24 2013Rendon has been out of Double-A Harrisburg's lineup lately because he had his wisdom teeth removed, Amanda Comak of the Washington Times reports.The Nationals were not going to call Rendon up to help out in the infield while Danny Espinosa (wrist) is on the mend, but this will likely delay his transition over to second base. Consider Rendon day-to-day until he returns to the field.
May 24 2013Rendon is not a candidate to play second base for the Nationals right now, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.Danny Espinosa has a small fracture in his right wrist, but he's currently not expected to land on the DL and Rendon was just moved to second base at Double-A Harrisburg earlier in the week, so Steve Lombardozzi will serve as the Nats' second baseman while Espinosa's on the mend.
May 22 2013Rendon has been shifted over to second base at Double-A Harrisburg, Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports reports.While Nationals manager Davey Johnson insists that Danny Espinosa isn't in danger of losing his starting gig at second base despite his struggles at the plate, and that Steve Lombardozzi and even Zach Walters would be ahead of Rendon on the depth chart at second if a change were imminent, it's hard to ignore the video game numbers Rendon has posted (.390/.500/.780 in 72 plate appearances) since getting sent back down to Harrisburg. If the Nats' offense continues to misfire, it wouldn't be a surprise to see the club find a way to get Rendon in the lineup, and second base would seem to be the most likely landing spot for the rookie.
May 3 2013Rendon was optioned to Double-A Harrisburg on Friday, James Wagner of the Washington Post reports.Rendon's first cup of coffee in the majors wasn't a disaster by any means, but he had just one extra-base hit in 30 plate appearances. As long as the 22-year-old stays healthy, he could very well find himself back with the Nats before the end of the season.
May 3 2013Rendon, who went 2-for-3 with a walk and a run scored on Thursday, will be sent back to Double-A Harrisburg on Friday when Ryan Zimmerman is activated from the DL, the Washington Post reports.He finishes up his first taste of the majors with a .240/.367/.280 line in 25 at-bats. Rendon's main job this season is to prove he can stay healthy, but if other injuries crop up in the Nationals' starting lineup it wouldn't be surprising to see him called back up.
Apr 30 2013Rendon is not in the starting lineup Tuesday against Atlanta.With Rendon sitting again, Chad Tracy will get the start at third base against Atlanta right-hander Chad Tracy. If his recent playing time is any indication, Rendon is headed back to the minors once Ryan Zimmerman returns from the disabled list.
Apr 29 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Braves, CSN's Mark Zuckerman reports.Rendon has recorded a hit in four of his last five games, but he will be held out in favor of Chad Tracy against Braves starter Julio Teheran. Regular third baseman Ryan Zimmerman could return during the upcoming weekend, so Rendon may only have a few days left on his first go-around in the big leagues.
Apr 27 2013Rendon is back in the starting lineup Saturday against the Reds.For Saturday's matchup, he'll bat seventh after getting a pair of days off in favor of Steve Lombardozzi following a sluggish 2-for-15 start to his big league career.
Apr 25 2013Rendon is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Reds.Rendon will get a day off after going 2-for-15 with five strikeouts in his first four MLB games. Steve Lombardozzi will get the start at third base in Rendon's place.
Apr 23 2013Rendon picked up his first major league hit and RBI in Monday's loss to the Cardinals, but manager Nationals Davey Johnson re-iterated that regardless of how he plays Rendon would head back to the minors when Ryan Zimmerman comes off the DL, the Washington Post reports.This isn't really a surprise, as the Nats want to make sure Rendon gets regular playing time rather than getting stuck on the bench in the majors, but it does reinforce that you shouldn't get too excited about his fantasy value in the short term.
Apr 22 2013Rendon went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts and an error in his big league debut Sunday.Not exactly a Bryce Harper-like start to his MLB career, but Rendon will get at least a few starts to acclimate himself before manager Davey Johnson begins considering other options at third base.
Apr 21 2013Rendon will make his major league debut Sunday against the Mets, starting at third base and batting sixth, the Washington Times reports.Rendon figures to see everyday duty going forward at third base following Ryan Zimmerman's placement on the DL. The Nationals have said that Rendon, the team's top prospect, will only stay with the big club until Zimmerman is cleared to return from the DL, but he could at least provide the team with some decent production in the short-term.
Apr 20 2013Rendon was recalled by the Nationals on Saturday.With Ryan Zimmerman (hamstring) requiring a DL stint, the Nats recalled Rendon to provide infield depth for the time being, and he could very well see frequent starts at third while Zimmerman is on the shelf. The 22-year-old has not yet appeared in the majors, but he's off to a good start this season down at Double-A Harrisburg this year, hitting .292/.462/.500 with two homers and seven RBI in 14 games.
Apr 20 2013Rendon, who was recalled by the Nationals on Saturday, will likely return to the minors when Ryan Zimmerman (hamstring) comes off the DL, Amanda Comak of the Washington Times reports.Manager Davey Johnson and GM Mike Rizzo both echoed the same sentiment; that Rendon will most likely return to the minors once Zimmerman is ready to play again. The highly-touted prospect will begin manning third base starting Sunday, but his first taste of major league action may be short-lived, since it seems the team wants to be sure he continues to develop with regular playing time rather than toiling on the bench upon Zimmerman's return.
Apr 20 2013Rendon, 22, is batting .292/.462/.500 with two home runs and seven RBI through 14 games for Double-A Harrisburg.Rendon is seeing the ball exceptionally well to begin his 2013 season, drawing 14 walks while fanning just nine times.
Mar 14 2013The Nationals optioned Rendon to Double-A Harrisburg on Thursday, the Washington Post reports.He had no chance of breaking camp with the big club, but Rendon made a great impression this spring and will be one of the first players considered for a call-up if an injury creates a hole on the roster. Rendon will apparently start the season in Double-A, but he likely won't end it there.
Mar 7 2013Rendon homered again Wednesday, his third of the spring, and is now hitting .400 (8-for-20) with six extra-base hits in Grapefruit League action.There's almost no chance he breaks camp on the 25-man roster, but given that he's already on the 40-man, it may not be long before he forces his way into the Nationals' major-league plans.
Mar 2 2013Rendon saw some action at shortstop Friday, the Washington Post reports.Nats manager Davey Johnson said that, with all the other third basemen the club has in camp behind Ryan Zimmerman, moving Rendon around the diamond gives him an opportunity for more at-bats. However, Johnson is waiting until Rendon is more comfortable at second base before putting him into a game at the keystone. In the short term, he could end up seeing action as a utility player when he does get called up to the majors, but at some point, the Nats are going to have to decide where Rendon's long-term defensive home resides.