MAY 15, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM
The Detroit News While Austin Meadows' homecoming is on hold, Alex Faedo will pitch in his hometown for the first time as a big-leaguer.
Moving to injured list Meadows is being placed on the 10-day injured list after he experienced dizziness, light-headedness and nausea during Sunday's game against the Orioles, Jason Beck of MLB.com repor...
Impact The 26-year-old sat out the past couple days after experiencing dizziness stemming from an inner-ear infection, and his return to the lineup Sunday lasted only one inning before being removed. Given the nature of his issues, it's unclear exactly how long Meadows will be sidelined, though he'll be eligible to be activated May 26.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cabrera homers, Skubal strikes out 11 as Tigers top Orioles
Miguel Cabrera blasted his 505th career home run, Tarik Skubal equaled his career high with 11 strikeouts, and the Detroit Tigers completed their first series sweep this season by...MAY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Exits early Sunday Meadows (illness) was removed from Sunday's game against the Orioles after the first inning, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
Impact The 27-year-old has been experiencing dizziness the past couple days due to an inner-ear infection, and his return to the lineup Sunday lasted just a single inning. Meadows should be considered day-to-day heading into Monday's series opener in Tampa Bay.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit Tigers get Austin Meadows, Victor Reyes back for series finale vs. Orioles Austin Meadows and Alex Faedo will get Florida homecomings this week with the Detroit Tigers' series against the Tampa Bay Rays this week.
MAY 15, 2022 • FREEP.COM
Back Sunday as expected Meadows (illness) is starting in right field and hitting third Sunday against the Orioles.
Impact An ear infection caused him to miss Friday and Saturday, but he's back on the expected timetable for the final game of this series. It's a nice matchup for Meadows against righty Tyler Wells. After a hot first week, Meadows is hitting .215/.311/.291 with zero home runs, nine walks and nine strikeouts over his last 22 games.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Set to return Sunday Meadows (illness) will be back in the lineup for Sunday's game against Baltimore, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Meadows has sat for two straight games due to dizziness stemming from an inner-ear infection. He's apparently nearly past the problem, however, and should be good to go for the series finale.
MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out of lineup Meadows (illness) isn't starting Saturday against the Orioles.
Impact Meadows is dealing with some dizziness from an inner-ear infection and will be held out of the lineup for a second straight game. Robbie Grossman will shift to right field while Willi Castro starts in left.
MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Battling ear infection Meadows is out of the lineup Friday against the Orioles due to some dizziness from an inner-ear infection, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
Impact The 27-year-old sat out last weekend with an illness and is now dealing with another ailment. Meadows could be out another day or two, so he isn't guaranteed to see the field this weekend versus Baltimore.
MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not in Friday's lineup Meadows is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles.
Impact Meadows started the past five games after missing three contests with a non-COVID-19 illness, and he'll take a seat after going 4-for-19 with a double, two walks and a run during that five-game stretch. Robbie Grossman will shift to right field in his absence while Willi Castro starts in left.
MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Monday Meadows (illness) is starting Monday against the Athletics, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Meadows was scratched from Friday's lineup due to a non-COVID-19-related illness, and he was ultimately forced to miss three games. However, he'll start in right field and bat fourth Monday. Over his four games in May, the 27-year-old has gone 2-for-17 with a double and three strikeouts.
MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Sunday Meadows (illness) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros.
Impact Meadows was originally scratched from Friday's lineup with a non-COVID-19-related illness and he'll now end up missing the final three contests of the four-game series. The Tigers return home for a game Monday against the Athletics, and perhaps the extra day of rest will be enough for Meadows to get healthy and return to action. According to Evan Woodbery of MLive.com, manager A.J. Hinch said Meadows could be available off the bench Sunday in a pinch-hitting capacity, though the Tigers would presumably prefer to stay away from him.
MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not starting Saturday Meadows (illness) isn't starting Saturday against the Astros.
Impact Meadows was scratched from Friday's lineup due to a non-COVID illness, and he'll remain out of the starting nine for a second straight game. Whether he's available off the bench remains to be seen, but Robbie Grossman will start in right field while Willi Castro takes over in left.
MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scratched from Friday's lineup Meadows was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Astros due to a non-COVID illness, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Meadows was initially slated to start in right field and bat third Friday, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench as he deals with an illness. Robbie Grossman will shift to right field while Willi Castro enters the lineup in left. Meadows should tentatively be considered day-to-day following Friday's scratch.
MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Polanco drives in 4, Twins beat Rays 9-3 for ninth win in 10
Jorge Polanco drove in four runs with a pair of doubles, Carlos Correa had his fourth straight multi-hit game and the Minnesota Twins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-3MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sparks offense Saturday Meadows went 3-for-4 with a walk and two RBI in Saturday's win over the Dodgers.
Impact The Tigers aren't scoring a ton of runs, with their 64 so far this season tied for 27th in the league, but Meadows has not been to blame in his first year with Detroit. The outfielder is batting .328 with an .856 OPS and 11 RBI across 18 games. It was also encouraging to see Meadows start and play well with Los Angeles sending tough lefty Clayton Kershaw to the mound. Meadows has often sat against southpaws, but if he gets more comfortable in these matchups, his fantasy outlook should only improve.
MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Reaches twice in loss Meadows went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in Sunday's loss to the Rockies.
Impact Meadows is riding a modest four-game hitting streak, and he's likely been Detroit's best offensive player with a team-high nine RBI and .888 OPS this season. He's still hitting the bench regularly against lefties, but the outfielder should produce enough against right-handed pitchers to remain a strong fantasy asset.
APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Big effort in blowout win Meadows went 2-for-4 with a walk, two RBI and three runs scored in a win over the Rockies in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader.
Impact Meadows was a driving force in the easy 13-0 Detroit win, which continued his strong start with his new team. The outfielder is batting .325 this season and has six RBI and eight runs scored across 11 games. Meadows is still seeking his first home run in a Detroit uniform, but that should come soon enough if he keeps making solid contact at the plate.
APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
On bench for nightcap Meadows will sit for the evening portion of Saturday's doubleheader against the Rockies, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Impact Meadows went 2-for-4 with a walk, two RBI and three runs scored in the Tigers' 13-0 win in the afternoon contest. He'll sit against lefty Austin Gomber for the nightcap, with Eric Haase starting in left field.
APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out of Saturday's lineup Meadows is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Royals.
Impact Meadows has expressed a desire to play more against left-handed pitchers, but he'll begin this game on the bench with Kansas City starting lefty Kris Bubic. Meadows could be used as a pinch-hitter in these scenarios, as he does a lot more damage against righties.
APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wants to play more versus lefties Meadows would like to prove capable of playing against left-handed pitching more often this season, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
Impact Meadows hit the bench Tuesday when the Tigers faced Boston lefty Rich Hill, but he also delivered a key hit Thursday against Kansas City southpaw reliever Jake Brentz. Meadows was limited to 189 plate appearances against lefties in 2021 and slashed just .198/.270/.293. In 402 plate appearances against righties, his line jumped to .251/.336/.536. Detroit manager A.J. Hinch will still likely limit his exposure to lefties, but if Meadows can make strides there, he could become an even more dynamic player.
APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
The Detroit News Austin Meadows started losing at-bats against left-handed pitching last year with Tampa, being pulled for right-handed hitters.
APRIL 16, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM
Detroit Tigers' Austin Meadows enjoying Comerica Park: 'I see the ball well here' Austin Meadows is 6-for-13 to start his Detroit Tigers career and scored five runs so far. He says it's all about approach and he feels "hon...
APRIL 12, 2022 • FREEP.COM
Sitting out against lefty Meadows is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Red Sox.
Impact Due to the early start time for the game (1:10 p.m. ET) along with the fact that the Tigers are opposing a left-handed starting pitcher (Rich Hill), manager AJ Hinch likely viewed Tuesday's contest as an ideal time to give the lefty-hitting Meadows his first day off of the season. Eric Haase will step in as the starting left fielder in place of Meadows, who is off to a 6-for-13 start through his first four games with the Tigers.
APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Keeps rolling Monday Meadows went 2-for-4 with two runs scored in Monday's win over the Red Sox.
Impact Meadows has started his first season in Detroit on a four-game hitting streak, and he's batting .462 with a 1.178 OPS. He won't stay this hot, of course, but the outfielder did post a .922 OPS as recently as 2019, and he blasted 27 home runs with 106 RBI last year. With a regular lineup spot secured, Meadows should remain a solid fantasy contributor.
APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
