Los Angeles Angels infielder/outfielder David Fletcher is heading into the final games of the regular season on a hot streak. Over the past two seasons, Fletcher has emerged as a solid, old-school leadoff hitter. Fletcher is hitting .327 over his last 49 at-bats and is posting a .273 mark leading off games. The 26-year-old provides little power to the fantasy table but will have some DFS value on the road against the Dodgers as Fletcher is hitting .340 away from Angel Stadium this season.

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher said Friday that his left ankle is much improved and that he anticipates returning to the starting lineup Saturday. Fletcher last played Aug. 30, which was when he sprained his ankle, paving the way for Luis Rengifo to see considerable time at second base. With Andrelton Simmons back in the mix at short, the Angels are likely to maneuver Fletcher around the infield due to the 45 hits that he has collected in 35 games. While he doesnt hit for much ...

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher(ankle) will not return to the mix Friday versus the Rockies, with Luis Rengifo and Andrelton Simmons holding down the middle infield spots versus right-hander German Marquez. Angels manager Joe Maddon stated that Fletcher could return to the starting nine as soon as Friday after he last appeared Aug. 30. Despite his absence in the series opener, its clear that Fletchers return is imminent and hes likely worthy of a season-long roster spot upon his ...

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher (ankle) may return to the team as early as Friday, according to manager Joe Maddon. The 26-year-old has been sidelined with an ankle sprain since September 3. He will be a welcomed addition back to the team, as he was slashing .313/.377/.438 with three homers and 13 RBI across 144 at-bats. Luis Rengifo figures to see less playing time once Fletcher returns, but he is a fantasy afterthought in all formats.

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher has been placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Thursdays contest against the Padres, with Taylor Ward being summoned from the clubs alternate site to take his place on the active roster. Fletcher has been battling a sore ankle since departing from Sundays game early due to the ailment. With Andrelton Simmons back in the mix, hell man the shortstop spot while Fletcher is on the IL, with Franklin Barreto also getting an extended look at the ...

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher is not available for Mondays contest against the Mariners and left-handed pitcher Marco Gonzales. Fletcher is still dealing with an ankle sprain that he sustained Sunday, which forced him to exit early. Manager Joe Maddon stated that the team hoped to have Fletchers bat back in the mix Wednesday against San Diego, but that remains to be seen. The 45 hits that Fletcher has amassed this season leads the American League, with his 123 OPS+ on pace to far...

Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher departed Sundays contest against the Mariners early due to an apparent twisted ankle. Luis Rengifo took over at the keystone for Fletcher who went 0-for-2 prior to departing, which dropped his average on the season to .313. The Angels have made it apparent that Fletcher will play everyday no matter the position, which provides him with a consistent floor moving forward so long as he has avoided serious injury. His next chance to return to the ...

Los Angeles Angels infielder/outfielder David Fletcher will take his hot-hitting ways into Friday night's action against the Mariners. Fletcher is 14-for-36 (.388) over his last eight games with three doubles, four runs batted in and seven runs scored. The versatile Fletcher continues to ascend in the eyes of fantasy owners as more than just a flash-in-the-pan from last season. Fletcher won't hit the ball out of the park (.444 slugging percentage) but has hits in 25 of his last 28 games. ...

Los Angeles Angels shortstop David Fletcher went 2-for-3 with two walks in the Angels victory over the Mariners on Tuesday. Fletcher has now reached base seven times out of his last 10 plate appearances and is 10-for-18 (.556) on the season. The 26-year-old was a pleasant surprise last season, hitting .290 with 40 extra bases and 83 runs scored through 154 games. Fletcher does not provide elite production in the power department but manager Joe Maddon seems intent on playing him all over the ...

Los Angeles Angels infielder/outfielder David Fletcher has earned early praise from his new manager Joe Maddon. Fletcher enjoyed a solid season last year, hitting .290 while playing excellent infield defense and appearing in a career-high 154 games. Now Maddon wants to utilize him in the outfield. "I want to get him in the game as often as possible," Maddon told reporters, "because I think he's that good." Fletcher lacks power but consistently produced as a contact hitter with a high average ...