Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce (back) is expected to rejoin the team for the upcoming weekend series against the White Sox, per A's beat writer Juan McWilliams. Joyce had three hits in his rehab game with Triple-A Nashville Tuesday, so it looks like he is recovering well from his lower back issues. [...]

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce was placed on the 10-day DL Wednesday with back tightness, per Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. The 33-year-old has never missed time with back tightness before and was hoping to return [...]

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce (back) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Joyce is hopeful that he can return to the lineup for [...]

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce got the party started in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Diamondbacks, smacking a leadoff home run to right-center field off Clay Buckholz. Joyce finished the game going 1-for-4 with no walks or strikeouts. The 33-year-old veteran has not been fantasy relevant this season, hitting just .211 with a .331 on-base percentage and a .394 slugging percentage. He should not be rostered in any leagues at this time.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce gets the start against Gerrit Cole Sunday, according to Jane Lee of MLB.com. Joyce is a career .251 hitter against right-handed pitchers compared to .185 against southpaws. The move pushes Chad Pinder to center field and gives Mark Canha a day of rest. Joyce is only worth starting in deep AL-only leagues.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce broke up a shutout with a homer in the bottom of the ninth inning against the Angels on Sunday. This was his second home run of the season. Joyce's solo shot was one of only three hits in a game where Angels starter Shohei Ohtani took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and struck out 12 batters. Joyce continues to be a good option against right-handed pitchers, but he should not be started against left-handers.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce (knee) hopes to return to play in Tuesday's game, according to John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joyce fouled a ball off his right kneecap in Sunday's game against the Giants. Joyce is recovering quickly and does not feel it will prevent him from starting the season. "Pretty positive and excited about how it felt today," Joyce said. He remains primarily a platoon player against right handed pitching.

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce (elbow) will serve as the designated hitter Sunday against the Cubs, according to Jon Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle. Joyce has been dealing with a sore right elbow, so he will need another week before he is able to play in the outfield. Additionally, he will start a throwing program Sunday to build up strength slowly. At 33 years old, Joyce is trying to build upon a career year with 78 runs, 25 home runs and 68 RBI, albeit with a .243 batting aver[...]

Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce will rest Tuesday versus the left-handed James Paxton. Joyce has had a nice season with 24 home runs and 66 RBI despite hitting just .238. Mark Canha will bat sixth and start in right field tonight. Canha has struggled all season with a .219 batting average an[...]

A's utility man Chad Pinder has gone 9-for-18 since coming off the disabled list a week ago. He has six runs scored, one home run and three RBI in that time. [...]