Justin Turner Late Scratch On Tuesday rotoballer.com Tue 9/22/20 7:55 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner was a late scratch from Tuesday's starting lineup against the Oakland Athletics. No reason has been given for the absence, but Turner came off of the injured list with a hamstring issue on Sept. 15. In his absence, Edwin Rios will start at third base and bat ninth against Frankie Montas and the A's. He is nothing more than a budget DFS option for Tuesday's evening slate. More will be known about Turner's status following the game.

Justin Turner Retreats To Bench Friday rotoballer.com Fri 9/18/20 4:42 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Colorado Rockies. Turner recently returned from the injured list, so the team does not want to overwork him before the postseason begins. In his absence, A.J. Pollock is serving as the designated hitter and batting sixth, while Edwin Rios is starting at third base and batting seventh. All Dodgers' batters are viable DFS plays tonight at Coors Field.

Justin Turner Notches Three Hits In Return To Lineup rotoballer.com Wed 9/16/20 12:41 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner was 3-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored during Tuesday's 3-1 win over the San Diego Padres. It was his first game since August 28, as he was dealing with a strained hamstring. The 35-year-old is slashing .298/.394/.421 with two homers, 21 RBI, and 18 runs scored through 121 at-bats in 2020. Turner is a productive fantasy asset whenever he is in the lineup and warrants a roster spot in all mixed league formats for the remainder of the campaign.

Justin Turner Returns To Lineup Tuesday, Serves As DH rotoballer.com Tue 9/15/20 6:57 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) was activated off of the injured list prior to Tuesdays contest against San Diego and right-hander Zach Davies, entering the lineup as the designated hitter. Manager Dave Roberts made it clear that Turner would DH for the first three or four games that he appeared in before the club would put him back at the hot corner. Edwin Rios will man the spot Tuesday, and figures to continue seeing time there over the next few days. Turner ...

Justin Turner Could Return Off Injured List Tuesday rotoballer.com Mon 9/14/20 6:28 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner could be back in the clubs starting lineup as soon as Tuesday, manager Dave Roberts revealed prior to Mondays contest against the Padres. Turner last played Aug. 28 as he deals with a strained left hamstring, remaining an excellent source of on-base percentage (.384) through his first 32 contests. Upon his activation, fantasy managers will want to roster Turner in nearly all formats, even as he serves as the designated hitter for the time being. ...

Justin Turner Not Slated To Make Return Until Next Week rotoballer.com Thu 9/10/20 7:05 PM

Initially, the Los Angeles Dodgers were targeting this weekend for the activation of third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) from the injured list, but prior to Thursdays contest, manager Dave Roberts bumped that timeline back by a few days. The club instead is aiming for early next week when they take on the Padres as a return for Turner, who would reclaim full-time duties at the hot corner. Although he has delivered just two homers this season, his xBA (.312), xSLG (.601), and xwOBA (.424) ...

Justin Turner May Return As DH This Weekend rotoballer.com Wed 9/9/20 6:48 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (hamstring) may return to the lineup over the weekend as the designated hitter, according to team manager Dave Roberts. He has yet to resume running drills, so playing the field is off the table. Turner provided a .282 average with two homers, 20 RBI, and 17 runs scored through 117 at-bats in 2020. He is a viable fantasy asset in all formats upon his return as the Dodgers lineup continues to terrorize opposing pitchers.

Justin Turner Lands On IL Due To Hamstring Ailment rotoballer.com Tue 9/1/20 7:54 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner was placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesdays contest against the D-backs due to a lingering hamstring injury. Turner hasnt been in the lineup since Friday, with Edwin Rios holding down the hot corner against left-hander Alex Young on Tuesday. A strong on-base asset again in 2020 (.384), Turners power has been lacking (two HRs) despite an elevated launch angle. Hell miss at least the next week due to the ailment, but will retain ...

Justin Turner Has Low-Grade Hamstring Strain, Will Miss Time rotoballer.com Sat 8/29/20 3:57 PM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner will be out of the lineup for the remainder of the weekend against the Rangers due to what manager Dave Roberts has described as a low-grade left hamstring strain. Turner has remained an excellent on-base asset in 2020, having compiled a .384 mark through his first 32 contests. With Los Angeles off Monday, Turner will have time to let the ailment rest, although an IL stint hasnt been ruled out. Check back for an update once a decision has been ...

Justin Turner Tallies Four Hits In Return To Lineup rotoballer.com Wed 8/26/20 11:20 AM

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner was 4-for-6 with an RBI and three runs scored during Tuesday's 10-8 extra-innings loss to the San Francisco Giants. Turner sat out Sunday's game due to a sore hamstring, but he looked no worse for wear. The veteran infielder is slashing .294/.386/.431 with two home runs and 19 RBI in 2020. He tends to carry a high average and serves as a consistent source of counting stats. Turner is a viable starter in all fantasy formats for the remainder of the...