Mitch Haniger Scores, Drives In A Run Friday rotoballer.com Sat 6/26/21 12:10 AM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger scored a run and drove in another Friday, going 2-for-6 against the Chicago White Sox. After a hot start to the season, Haniger has struggled mightily over the last month, slashing .238/.273/.385 over his last thirty games. This was his last multi-hit effort since June 10, when he homered twice. He has also not gone deep since then. Fantasy managers will be hoping this is the beginning of a return to form for Haniger, and he'll look to build on this...

Mitch Haniger Delivers Walk-Off Single rotoballer.com Sun 6/20/21 11:22 AM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger came through with a single to win the game in the bottom of the tenth inning Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Haniger went 1-for-5 in the contest. He's been the Mariners' best hitter all season, but his pace has slowed down of late, with a .603 OPS over his last 15 games. He still is an excellent fantasy value, with 16 home runs, 45 runs, and 41 RBI on the year.

Mitch Haniger Scores A Run In Return rotoballer.com Thu 6/17/21 1:32 AM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger returned to the lineup Wednesday night against the Minnesota Twins after missing two consecutive games. He batted in the third spot and went 1-for-4 with a run scored. Fantasy managers were surely pleased to see Haniger back so quickly, and he'll look to pick up where he left off before the injury going forward. He's enjoying an excellent season, with an .823 OPS and 16 home runs.

Mitch Haniger Back In The Lineup On Wednesday rotoballer.com Wed 6/16/21 6:09 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (knee) is back in the lineup on Wednesday for their game against the Twins. Haniger is batting third as the Mariners designated hitter. He missed the last two games after fouling a ball off his left knee on Sunday against the Indians. Haniger, fortunately, will not have to spend time on the injured list. Fantasy managers should be sure to activate Haniger who will face Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober.

Mitch Haniger Could Be Back On Wednesday rotoballer.com Tue 6/15/21 9:05 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (knee) could return for the series finale against Minnesota on Wednesday. The veteran has been absent since fouling a ball off his left knee on Sunday against the Indians, but it appears as if he will avoid a trip to the 10-day injured list, which is good news. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the day on Wednesday in case there is a last-minute change of plans. If Haniger returns to the lineup, he should be started in ...

Mitch Haniger Out Again On Tuesday rotoballer.com Tue 6/15/21 7:04 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (knee) is out again on Tuesday vs. the Minnesota Twins. Haniger fouled a ball off his left knee in Sunday's win over the Indians and suffered a bone bruise. He also sat out Monday's contest but it looks like he will avoid a stint on the injured list. Jake Fraley is starting in center field on Tuesday while Jake Bauers will handle right field and Shed Long Jr. will be in left. Haniger is batting a solid .259 with 16 home runs and 40 RBI on the year.

Mitch Haniger Not in the Mariners’ Lineup on Monday rotoballer.com Mon 6/14/21 7:14 PM

The Associated Press' Tim Booth reported Monday in a tweet that outfielder Mitch Haniger won't play for the M's on Monday. Also per Booth's tweet: "Scott Seravis is optimistic that Haniger can avoid a stint on the injured list." That'dbe ideal for not just the Mariners but fantasy managers as well. The outfielder has been among one of the best at his position so far with 16 home runs already in 274 plate appearances. Haniger's13.7% barrel rate so far is a career-high and if his walk rate returns...

Jake Fraley Homers After Replacing Mitch Haniger rotoballer.com Sun 6/13/21 8:45 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley was not in the starting lineup Sunday, but came on after Mitch Haniger left with a knee contusion. Fraley went 1-for-5 with his fourth home run of the year, a two-run shot off Cleveland ace Shane Bieber. This is his second straight day with a round-tripper, and Fraley has now raised his season OPS to .994. He's also contributed four steals on the year. Fraley is well worth a short-term add while he's hot, especially if he gets extra playing time in ...

Mitch Haniger Diagnosed With Bone Bruise On Knee rotoballer.com Sun 6/13/21 5:18 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (knee) was diagnosed with a bone bruise on his knee after exiting early on Sunday, and is being considered day-to-day, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Haniger left the game after fouling a pitch off his knee in the top of the first inning, and had to be helped off the field. Manager Scott Servais said that Haniger will undergo further testing and an MRI upon their return to Seattle, and that he wasn't sure a stint on the injured list would be ...

Mitch Haniger Exits Early Sunday rotoballer.com Sun 6/13/21 1:21 PM

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger was helped off the field in the top of the first inning after fouling a Shane Bieber pitch off his left knee. Haniger was in obvious pain and needed assistance getting off the field. More information will likely follow after the game.