Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez went 4-for-5 at the plate in Friday's 5-4 win over the Rangers, collecting a pair of singles, a double, and a go-ahead home run in the contest. The 23-year-old's home run was a three-run blast in the bottom of the eighth that would prove to be the eventual game-winner. It has been a disappointing season by Rodriguez's standards and for fantasy managers who drafted him where they did, but his BA (.263) and OBP (.319) are nearing career averages while there hasn't been a significant drop in contact rate or increase in strikeout rate, plus the barrel rate is still 9.6%. So, there's a chance for a strong finish and reason for optimism heading into 2025.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez was able to do some damage at the plate during Thursday's game against the Oakland Athletics. It has been a frustrating year for Rodriguez, but he appears to be turning a corner at the plate. On Thursday, Rodriguez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and scored twice in win over the A's. Rodriguez now has eight hits and five RBI over his last six games. It's still a disappointing season for the superstar outfielder, but at least Rodriguez can finish it on a strong note.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez ended a longstanding power outage in Wednesday's win over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays at T-Mobile Park, going deep for the first time since July 20 in the victory. Rodriguez took Rays left-hander Tyler Alexander deep for a two-run home run to put the Mariners up 5-1 in the fifth inning on Wednesday against Tampa Bay. The 23-year-old superstar center fielder has cooled off dramatically after a red-hot July, going 11-for-58 (.190) with five RBI, four runs scored, and zero stolen bases in the month of August. Fantasy managers are hoping he gets further removed from his ankle woes as we enter the stretch run in September.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is back in center field and is hitting second for the Mariners on Friday against the San Francisco Giants and rookie right-hander Hayden Birdsong in the series opener at T-Mobile Park. Rodriguez had been serving exclusively as the designated hitter since returning from a sprained ankle, and this will be his first start in center field since July 21 due to a high-ankle sprain. Victor Robles is dealing with a hip injury and is out, but he is likely to see less playing time now that J-Rod is healthy enough to play defense. Fantasy managers can only hope that the 23-year-old Rodriguez can get going to close out the year after a down year offensively. Since his return from the injured list on Aug. 11, he's gone 8-for-36 (.222) with two doubles, an RBI and 10 strikeouts in nine games played. J-Rod hasn't faced Birdsong in his career.

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais said that outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is back up to top running speed and has a chance to return to center field during the team's next homestand from Aug. 23-28. Rodriguez, who missed almost three weeks with a right-ankle sprain, has been working exclusively as the designated hitter since coming off the injured list on Aug. 11. Servais said the M's considered playing Rodriguez in center field this week against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but they decided against it in part due to how fast the Dodger Stadium outfield grass plays. It's been a disappointing season overall for the Dominican star outfielder, and he's hit .258 (8-for-31) with no home runs, two doubles, an RBI and eight strikeouts in eight games since returning from his ankle sprain. J-Rod has only 11 homers, 38 RBI and 18 steals in 108 games after posting a 30/30 campaign in 2023 with 103 RBI.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is back in action for Friday's series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates and rookie sensation Paul Skenes at PNC Park, serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup. Victor Robles gets another start in center field and is batting leadoff. Rodriguez missed Thursday's game after aggravating a right-ankle injury on Wednesday that recently put him on the injured list. Fantasy managers have to be happy to see the 23-year-old back in the starting lineup to kick off the weekend, but it wouldn't be a bad idea to leave him on the bench against a dominant young arm. Plus, J-Rod has gone 3-for-12 with an RBI and six strikeouts in his first three games back from the IL. After hitting 32 homers, driving in 103 and stealing 37 bags in 2023 in his second year in the big leagues, Rodriguez has been a disappointment in 2024 with 11 homers, 38 RBI and 18 steals in 103 games.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park aggravating his right-ankle injury in Wednesday's extra-inning loss. It's concerning for Rodriguez after he just came off the 10-day injured list due to a right-ankle sprain this past weekend. For now, fantasy managers should consider the 23-year-old All-Star to be day-to-day, but don't be surprised if he's forced to go back on the IL. The good news is J-Rod reportedly wanted to play on Thursday, so perhaps that's an indication that his ankle injury isn't that serious. Victor Robles will start in center and bat leadoff on Thursday against Tigers right-hander Alex Faedo. Since coming off the IL on Aug. 11, Rodriguez has gone 3-for-12 with a double, RBI and six strikeouts.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) left with an apparent right ankle injury in Wednesday's game against the hosting Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Rodriguez was able to fight off a pitch for an RBI single, but then Seattle brought in Dominic Canzone as a pinch-runner because he was in obvious pain. Rodriguez appeared to tweak his right ankle during the at-bat in the eighth inning, prompting a lengthy meeting with manager Scott Servais and head athletic trainer Kyle Torgerson. It's not what fantasy managers want to hear after Rodriguez just returned on Sunday from a lengthy absence due to a sprained right ankle. He can be deemed day-to-day ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Tigers until another update becomes available after Wednesday's contest, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him go back on the injured list to sort this issue out completely.

Seattle Mariners All-Star outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list and put back in the starting lineup for Sunday's night's showdown against the visiting New York Mets and right-hander Luis Severino, serving as the designated hitter. Rodriguez suffered a high-ankle sprain on July 21 while making a play against the center-field fence and has been out since then. He has made consistent progress in his recovery and has tested out his ankle in recent days by running. It's unclear when J-Rod will return to center field, but his return to the lineup should give Seattle a boost at a time when they are battling the Houston Astros for the lead in the American League West. Rodriguez has had a disappointing 2024 season, but in nine games before his injury, he hit .438 with a 1.281 OPS with three home runs.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) went through running exercises for the second day in a row on Thursday, including jogging the bases. Rodriguez didn't take batting practice, though. Manager Scott Servais still won't put a timeline on Rodriguez's recovery, and a return for the weekend series against the visiting New York Mets appears unlikely, according to a source. It's also possible his prognosis changes again, as the Mariners are treating it day by day. It's possible the M's could use J-Rod at designated hitter when he returns, as running and taking turns have been his biggest issue. The emergence of Victor Robles in center field in Rodriguez's absence may cause the Mariners to be more inclined to use Rodriguez at DH as well. Servais said on Tuesday that Rodriguez might need a minor-league rehab assignment, although doing so could pose further injury risk. Despite a down season, the 23-year-old is a must-start in fantasy lineups when he's healthy.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) took on-field batting practice ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the visiting Detroit Tigers. For the second time on Seattle's nine-game homestand, and following Monday's off-day, Rodriguez was on the field taking swings during pregame activities The club still doesn't have a definitive timetable on when he might be activated from the 10-day injured list, where he's resided since July 23, and there is also a possibility that Rodriguez will need a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Mariners. Being able to run without any issues will be a more important checkpoint for the 23-year-old superstar center fielder, who is recovering from a high right ankle sprain. In the meantime, Victor Robles is slashing .297/.378/.432 with three home runs, six doubles, eight RBI, and 14 stolen bases in 111 at-bats in Seattle and is worth a look for fantasy managers in deep leagues.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) began taking part in light baseball activities back in Seattle while the team was on a road trip through Chicago and Boston, but his timeline for a return remains unclear. It's encouraging to hear that Rodriguez has resumed baseball activities amid his recovery from a high right ankle sprain, but it's still difficult to map out any kind of expected return date for the 23-year-old fantasy superstar. Before hurting himself after leaping into the wall in center field in the July 21 game against the division-rival Houston Astros, Rodriguez had gone 17-for-40 (.425) with four home runs, three doubles, eight RBI, and one stolen base in his most recent 13 games. Victor Robles (hip) is running hot in J-Rod's stead, batting .360 (27-for-75) with two homers, six doubles, 10 runs scored, and nine steals in 33 contests with the M's this year.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) will be re-evaluated at the 10-day mark after being placed on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday due to a right high-ankle sprain that he suffered on Sunday while trying to make a leaping grab on the center field wall against the Houston Astros. Rodriguez appears likely to be shut down from baseball activities until Aug. 1, when he's eligible to come off the IL. Initially, the M's were saying that J-Rod avoided a serious injury, but high-ankle sprains can often take a month or longer to recover from, especially at a demanding position like center field. Fantasy managers will need to be patient with the 23-year-old All-Star and keep him stashed in all leagues despite his disappointing 2024 season. For the time being with Rodriguez out, Victor Robles has become Seattle's regular center fielder.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) has been placed on the 10-day injured list prior to Tuesday's game. This is a tough blow to the Mariners after Rodriguez injured his right ankle in a collision with a wall during Sunday's game. The organization was hopeful that it was a minor ankle but that doesn't appear to be the case. Now, Rodriguez will miss at least the next 10 days with a mild ankle sprain. The Mariners have recalled outfielders Jonatan Clase and Cade Marlowe to help fill the void. It'll likely be a committee approach in center field which won't give any of these players much fantasy appeal. Victor Robles figures to see the most time in center field and he is more known for his defense on the field.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) is not in the team's starting lineup for Monday's series opener against the visiting division-rival Los Angeles Angels. Rodriguez nearly made a fantastic catch up against the outfield wall on Sunday but instead sprained his right ankle. The good news for the M's and fantasy managers is that J-Rod's X-rays came back negative, and the 23-year-old is being considered day-to-day. Fantasy managers will want to check back to see if he's available to play on Tuesday in Game 2 of the series. For now, it looks like Rodriguez has a shot to avoid a trip to the injured list. In Rodriguez's place on Monday, Victor Robles will start in center field and bat second against Angels left-hander Tyler Anderson. In eight career at-bats versus Anderson, the light-hitting Robles is batting .125 with a .425 OPS.UPDATE: Rodriguez had an MRI exam on Monday (results still pending) and remains day-to-day. Manager Scott Servais said J-Rod avoided a serious injury.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (ankle) was removed early during Sunday's game against the Houston Astros. The 23-year-old suffered an ankle injury when crashing into the wall while making an impressive catch. The Mariners took the cautious approach and immediately pulled Rodriguez from the game. The X-rays came back negative for any fractures which is great news for fantasy managers. For the moment, fantasy managers should consider Rodriguez as day-to-day with an ankle sprain. Victor Robles came into the game to replace Rodriguez and he figures to see more time in center field, assuming Rodriguez misses time.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez had a big night in his team's 6-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels in 10 innings on Friday. Rodriguez went 3-for-5 with a homer and two RBI but it wasn't enough in the close loss. The young star kicked off the scoring for Seattle with a two-run homer off Angels starter Tyler Anderson in the first inning. The blast traveled 368 feet with an exit velocity of 106.3 MPH. Rodriguez has been red-hot at the plate lately, batting .550 with two homers and four RBI over his past seven games. Overall, he's hitting .264 with 10 homers, 44 runs, 34 RBI, and 10 stolen bases over 368 at-bats.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez played a big role in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The outfielder went 4-for-4 on the evening with three runs, one double, two RBI and a solo home run. The outfielder exited the game early with the Mariners pounding on the Padres and Rodriguez returning from a quad injury. The talented outfielder hasn't had the season that many expected when he was one of the top picks taken as he only has nine homers and 32 RBI with a .256 batting average, but he has swiped 18 stolen bases. He makes for a great buy-low candidate in all formats as his talent should eventually right the ship on his season. Moving forward, Rodriguez will look to keep the hits coming when the Mariners square off against Michael King and the Padres on Wednesday.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (quad) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. The superstar slugger is back in the mix after missing one game due to a right quad issue. Rodriguez underwent an MRI that didn't reveal any structural damage. It sounds like Rodriguez is ready to play so fantasy managers can get him back in their lineups. He'll bat cleanup and play center field versus right-hander Adam Mazur on Tuesday.

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (quad) had clean results on his MRI, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Seattle manager Scott Servais expressed that the MRI showed "nothing out of the ordinary." He also added that Rodriguez could be available to pinch-hit on Sunday afternoon even though he was kept out of the starting nine. This is a great sign for the 23-year-old as he clearly avoided a significant injury. The former top prospect was removed from Saturday's match due to discomfort in his right quad. The budding star has had a rough time finding consistency at the plate this season, as he currently sits with a modest .247/.295/.335 line with just eight long balls and 18 swiped bags. However, he does boast an above-average .275 xBA, which could suggest that Rodriguez is due for some positive regression in the second half of the summer. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to the Seattle lineup before their game on Tuesday evening in San Diego, as Rodriguez could re-enter the starting lineup.