Justin Turner Is On The Bench Wednesday rotoballer.com Wed 9/29/21 7:11 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Justin Turner isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres and left-hander Ryan Weathers. Turner is enjoying another strong season in 2021, both for the Dodgers and fantasy managers. In 596 plate appearances, the veteran is hitting .274 with a .359 on-base percentage, 25 home runs, and two stolen bases. Instead, it'll be Chris Taylor starting at third base on Wednesday. Taylor is likely rostered in most leagues, but if you're ...
Justin Turner Hits 25th Homer rotoballer.com Tue 9/14/21 8:59 AM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's victory versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. Turner gave the Dodgers some insurance with a blast off of Brandyn Sittinger in the bottom of the seventh inning to extend the Dodgers lead to 5-1. The veteran is only hitting .208 over his past seven games, but he has hit four homers with nine RBI during that span. Turner should continue to be productive down the stretch for managers and is now hitting .275 ...
Justin Turner Isn't Starting On Wednesday rotoballer.com Wed 9/8/21 5:53 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner is on the bench for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The veteran is batting .280 with a .369 on-base percentage, 23 home runs, and two stolen bases in 528 plate appearances this season. Max Muncy will move over to third base with Albert Pujols stepping in at first base and hitting seventh against Cardinals right-hander Adam Wainwright. You're probably better off looking elsewhere for streaming help at first base as Pujols is ...
Justin Turner Goes Yard In Return rotoballer.com Mon 8/16/21 8:29 AM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner returned to the starting lineup on Sunday and went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run. Turner hadn't started since last Sunday with a groin injury, but pinch-hit on Saturday. Turner made an instant impact on Sunday and homered in his first at-bat. The aging veteran has shown no signs of slowing down this season and is now hitting .290 with 21 home runs and 68 RBI. Managers should continue to roll with Turner in their lineups.
Justin Turner Comes Off Bench On Saturday rotoballer.com Sat 8/14/21 10:41 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) came off of the bench on Saturday and pinch-hit in the top of the tenth inning. Turner would strikeout, but remained in the game in bottom half of the inning at third base. Turner hasn't played since Sunday, so tonight's game action is encouraging. Turner remains day-to-day, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see him back in the lineup tomorrow. Turner is now hitting .288 with 20 home runs and 66 RBI.
Justin Turner Remains Sidelined On Saturday rotoballer.com Sat 8/14/21 3:53 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) remains out of the lineup on Saturday versus the New York Mets. Turner suffered a left groin injury on Sunday and has not played since, but manager Dave Roberts said earlier in the week that he doesn't believe Turner will need a trip to the injured list. The Dodgers have every reason to remain cautious with Turner and he will once again be replaced in the lineup by outfielder Billy McKinney. McKinney will bat eighth versus Taijuan ...
Justin Turner Remains Sidelined On Friday rotoballer.com Fri 8/13/21 4:21 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) remains out of the lineup on Friday versus the New York Mets. Turner suffered a left groin injury on Sunday and has not played since, but manager Dave Roberts said earlier in the week that he doesn't believe Turner will need a trip to the injured list. With Turner sidelined, outfielder Billy McKinney will enter the lineup and bat eighth. McKinney only has eight hits over his last 45 at-bats and can be avoided in DFS against Tylor Megill ...
Justin Turner Unavailable Friday rotoballer.com Thu 8/12/21 10:17 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers' third baseman Justin Turner (groin) won't be available for Friday's game against the New York Mets. He is dealing with left groin discomfort and hasn't played since Sunday. The 36-year-old will be evaluated on Saturday and remains day-to-day. Turner is having an excellent season, slashing .289/.376/.491 with 20 home runs, 66 RBI, 62 runs scored, and one stolen base over 105 games. Matt Beaty and Chris Taylor will handle the hot corner while Turner is sidelined. Fantasy ...
Justin Turner Remains Sidelined rotoballer.com Wed 8/11/21 4:40 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) will remain sidelined for his second straight game on Wednesday versus the Philadelphia Phillies. Turner hurt his groin on Sunday and sat out on Tuesday evening, but is expected to avoid a trip to the injured list and could return by Friday versus the New York Mets. Turner has been having a great season at the hot corner and is hitting .289 with 20 home runs and 66 RBI. With Turner sidelined, infielder/outfielder Matt Beaty will enter the...
Justin Turner Exits Early Against Angels rotoballer.com Sun 8/8/21 7:00 PM
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner (groin) exited the series finale against the Angels on Sunday. The 36-year-old began to experience left groin discomfort throughout the contest and was subsequently replaced by Albert Pujols, who took over at first, allowing Max Muncy to slide over to the hot corner. Despite his advanced age, Turner has been a consistent producer this season, so fantasy managers are undoubtedly hoping he won't miss time moving ahead.