Mitch Moreland DH FA Sun 8/23/20 11:04 AM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
The lefty-hitting Moreland will give way to platoon mate Michael Chavis at first base while southpaw Wade LeBlanc twirls for the Orioles. Moreland has received just nine plate appearances against left-handed pitching this season, recording three base hits.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Fri 8/21/20 4:09 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland will sit against southpaw John Means and the Orioles on Friday, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland has yet to start against a single lefty this season. Michael Chavis starts at first base in his absence, as he's done against every southpaw the Red Sox have faced this year.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Fri 8/21/20 3:20 AM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and a walk in a 7-1 win over Baltimore on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Boston entered the ninth inning clinging to a two-run lead, but Moreland widened the gap considerably with a three-run shot to center field to punctuate a four-run frame. Though the 34-year-old's fantasy value is somewhat tempered by the fact that he doesn't start against southpaws, Moreland's effectiveness when he does play has been impressive. He is slashing .360/.448/.840 through 58 plate appearances while tallying seven home runs and 17 RBI.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Wed 8/19/20 7:15 AM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBI in Tuesday's 13-6 loss to Philadelphia.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland, who platoons at first base and plays only against right-handers, continues to be Boston's best hitter in 2020. He leads the team with six home runs, 14 RBI and a 1.199 OPS in 15 games.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Mon 8/17/20 4:30 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland will be on the bench against lefty Jordan Montgomery and the Red Sox on Monday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland has yet to start against a single southpaw this season. As usual, Michael Chavis will handle first base in his absence.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Sun 8/16/20 4:32 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland takes a seat for the second consecutive day with the Yankees bringing another lefty (J.A. Happ) to the bump. Michael Chavis will replace Moreland at first base.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Wed 8/12/20 4:29 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland is not starting Wednesday against the Rays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
EDGE Analysis
As per usual, Moreland will head to the bench with a left-hander in Blake Snell starting for the opposition. In his place, Michael Chavis is starting at first base and hitting sixth.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Tue 8/11/20 3:51 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland (knee) is in the lineup Tuesday against the Rays, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland sat for the series opener against Tampa Bay while dealing with a knee issue, he'll return to first base just one day later. The 34-year-old has recorded hits in his past four contests, including a two-homer performance Sunday.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Tue 8/11/20 12:37 AM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland (knee) was not available for Monday's game but manager Ron Roenicke said he hopes Moreland will be available Tuesday, Bill Koch of The Providence Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
Roenicke entered the game knowing he would not use Moreland after the first baseman reported that his knee was barking. While the skipper said Rafael Devers (ankle) is doubtful for Tuesday, he seemed more optimistic about Moreland's chances of playing against Andrew Kittredge and the Rays.
Mitch Moreland DH FA Mon 8/10/20 3:43 PM
Mitch Moreland
DH FA
Moreland isn't in the lineup Monday against the Rays.
EDGE Analysis
Moreland homered twice in Sunday's series finale against the Blue Jays, but he'll sit against the Rays with left-hander Ryan Yarbrough on the mound. Michael Chavis will step in at first base and bat fifth.