Despite hopes that he would be back, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier is out for another day on Thursday. As a decent power-speed combo (13 HR, 19 SB), patience with Kiermaier is warranted in standard deep-ish leagues, especially for those who may need his steals. For now, this means another day in center field for Avisail Garcia for the Rays, who are also giving Willy Adames the day off. Tampa Bay faces Zack Greinke of the Houston Astros, so look elsewhere for DFS hitters.

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (ribs) is hopeful that he'll be able to return to the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Houston Astros. Kiermaier crashed into the wall on Sunday and hasn't played since then. Manager Kevin Cash believes there is a good chance Kiermaier can get out there on Thursday. He should be back in the lineup at some point this weekend at the latest.

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (ribs) remains out of the starting lineup on Wednesday. Kiermaier crashed into the outfield wall on Sunday trying to make a catch and hasn't played since. He's day-to-day. Avisail Garcia is in center field and is batting fifth against Astros starter Gerrit Cole. Garcia has been relevant in most mixed leagues this year, hitting .273 with 17 home runs, 49 runs, 57 RBI and nine steals, but he's one to fade on Wednesday against one of the most dominant ...

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (ribs) is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros. Kiermaier ran into the wall on Sunday, so that could be why he's feeling discomfort. It sounds like a day-to-day injury, so Kiermaier shouldn't be out of the lineup for too long. Avisail Garcia will play center field and bat fifth versus righty Justin Verlander. Garcia has been reliable with the bat, but he's not a great fantasy option against an elite pitcher like ...

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rib cage), who left the game early on Sunday after crashing into the outfield wall attempting to make a catch, is optimistic he'll be in the lineup on Tuesday after X-rays came back negative. "Ill be okay, just a whole lot of muscles not too happy right now," Kiermaier said. You'll want to check back on Tuesday to make sure Kiermaier is back, and if he is, return him to your lineups. The 29-year-old has an exciting blend of power and speed and is ...

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rib cage) left the game early on Sunday with a left rib cage contusion after crashing into the outfield wall. Kiermaier had a single and an RBI in three plate appearances before leaving the contest. He's hitting .242/.284/.423 overall this year with 13 home runs, 52 runs, 53 RBI and 19 stolen bases in 417 plate appearances. Kiermaier's all-out style of play gets him injured frequently, but he's still worth owning for his power/speed combination in ...

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Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Miami Marlins Kiermaier recently returned from the injured list, but he's sitting out here due to the left-handed starter on the mound. Guillermo Heredia will bat seventh and play center field versus lefty Caleb Smith. Heredia doesn't have any fantasy value outside of his speed.

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (thumb) is expected to return from the injured list when first eligible on Wednesday. Kiermaier played through his first rehab game on Saturday without any issues. It sounds like he'll be set to return in the middle of next week, assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks. Guillermo Heredia will cover center field and bat eighth versus righty Aaron Sanchez on Sunday. Heredia doesn't have any upside in fantasy leagues besides his speed.

In the midst of his healthiest season since 2015, Tampa Bay outfielder Kevin Kiermaier was placed on the 10-day IL on Sunday after jamming his thumb on a headfirst slide into first base. The news was actually considered good for Kiermaier, as an MRI revealed that the injury is just a sprain and will not require surgery. The 29-year-old veteran will be given three days of rest and treatment before being re-evaluated and Kiermaier is optimistic that he'll hopefully be back in just a few weeks.