Justin Turner and Yasiel Puig Both Sitting Out On Wednesday rotoballer.com Wed 5/30/18 2:20 PM
The Los Angeles Dodgers are sitting two regulars on Wednesday, as third baseman Justin Turner and outfielder Yasiel Puig are both being rested against the Phillies. It's nothing more than a routine day off for each of them, as both are available to pinch hit if needed. Breyvic Valera will be taking Turner's spot at third, and Matt Kemp gets the start in right field for Puig.
Justin Turner Sits Out Second Doubleheader Game, Max Muncy Bats Second rotoballer.com Sat 5/19/18 2:09 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner will sit out the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Nationals. Max Muncy, who played first base in the first game, will slide over to cover third and bat second. Muncy had two RBI in the first game, his second game with multiple RBI in three games. Turner was just activated from the disabled list on Tuesday after a pitch fractured his wrist in spring training, so the rest is understandable. He's already gotten six hits with two doub[...]
Justin Turner Gets Five RBI Versus Marlins rotoballer.com Thu 5/17/18 6:17 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner went 3-for-4 on Thursday, getting five RBI on two doubles. Turner was activated for the series on Tuesday after missing the season so far with a wrist injury. Since returning, he's gone 6-for-13 and could be the vital catalyst that the defending league champions have been missing. Turner was among the league leaders in hits and on-base percentage last season. It's good to see his timing and strike zone recognition pick up exactly where he left off.
Are the Dodgers Sunk This Year? rotoballer.com Thu 5/17/18 4:15 AM
The Los Angeles Dodgers are off to their worst 40-game start in 60 years and fantasy owners are not happy either. After last season's demolition derby throughout the National League, most expected legitimate value out of their preseason Dodgers draft picks. Names like: Clayton Kershaw, Cody Bellinger, Corey Seager, Justin Turner, Kenley Jansen, Yasiel Puig, Alex [...]
Justin Turner and Logan Forsythe Back on Tuesday rotoballer.com Sun 5/13/18 11:20 AM
The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled to start the 2018 season, but help is on the way. Both Justin Turner (wrist), and Logan Forsythe (shoulder), are expected to be back in the lineup on Tuesday against the Marlins. Turner, who has yet to play this season, will instantly become one of the most reliable offensive contributors for the Dodgers. The third baseman slashed .322/.415/.530 with 21 home runs and 90 RBI last season. His patience at the plate and high OBP make him a valuable fantasy comm[...]
Justin Turner Will Rehab This Weekend, Likely Return Tuesday rotoballer.com Sat 5/12/18 8:26 AM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) will play two rehab games this weekend and likely be activated Tuesday. He'll rehab with High-A Rancho Cucamonga, which is down the road from Dodgers Stadium, and fly Monday with the team to Miami for their series against the Marlins. To say that the team has been missing his bat is an understatement. They're currently having trouble with the lowly Reds and sport a 16-22 record. Turner was hit on the wrist in spring training, but is one of [...]
Justin Turner Set to Begin Rehab Stint rotoballer.com Thu 5/10/18 7:21 PM
The fact that Justin Turner (broken wrist) is getting closer to returning is music to the ears of the Los Angeles faithful. Dodgers fans and fantasy owners alike will be ecstatic to get Turner back into their lineup. The all-star third baseman has been missing since spring training after taking a pitch off of his wrist during the exhibition. Upon return, Turner figures to be one of the focal points of the Dodgers offense as he slashed .322/.415/.530 with 21 HR and 71 RBI last season. [...]
Justin Turner Takes First Batting Practice rotoballer.com Sun 5/6/18 9:25 AM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) took batting practice on Sunday for the first time since getting hit on the wrist in spring training and fracturing it. The news is most welcome given the recent injury to Corey Seager (elbow) who's out for the season. Turner is the team's best hitter and in his absence the Dodgers have had to rely on guys like Matt Kemp and Kiké Hernandez. Owners who have stashed him will soon be rewarded though it'll be a while before the power returns. [...]
Justin Turner Swings Off A Tee rotoballer.com Fri 4/27/18 9:32 AM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (wrist) posted a video of himself hitting off a tee on his Instagram account on Friday. Turner is recovering from a non-displaced fracture in his wrist after being hit by a pitch in spring training. The team could certainly use his bat. They are currently batting .241 with a .315 on-base percentage, both well below Turner's numbers. He'll likely see some power zapped upon his return sometime in May, but he's among the sport's best at getting on bas[...]
Week 4 Waiver Wire - First Base (1B) and Third Base (3B) rotoballer.com Mon 4/23/18 3:15 AM
Corner Store is open! Primary shoppers: Eugenio Suarez owners, Greg Bird owners, Jake Lamb owners, Justin Turner owners, Josh Harrison owners, and Josh Donaldson. It is only week four and a couple of corner infield stars has already spent time on the DL and recently returned which will make your life less stressful. Hopefully your new stress is that you got lucky and picked up a couple of waiver wire players that are performing well but now it puts your roster over its limits. If this has alread[...]