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Hits 10th home run Morel went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored in Monday's 6-3 win over the Nationals.

Impact Morel batted ninth but was still able to provide a useful fantasy line. The rookie is now up to 10 home runs through 68 games. He also has nine stolen bases, so he could get to double figures in both categories soon. Morel's combination of power and speed makes him an interesting fantasy asset, and he could be primed for even better numbers in 2023 assuming he gets regular playing time starting Opening Day.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Morel (hamstring) is starting Monday against Washington.

Impact Morel didn't play Sunday against the Marlins due to a hamstring injury but is starting at the hot corner and batting ninth a day later. He's gone 1-for-9 with a run and three strikeouts over his last three games.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals take 5-game losing streak into matchup with the Cubs

The Washington Nationals look to break their five-game skid with a victory against the Chicago Cubs

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Marlins hit back-to-back homers, Luzardo beats Cubs 3-0

Jesús Luzardo allowed one hit over seven innings for his first win since April, and Jacob Stallings and Peyton Burdick hit back-to-back home runs as the Miami Marlins beat the Chic...

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Held out of Sunday's lineup Morel (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins.

Impact The 23-year-old exited Saturday's contest with right hamstring tightness and will be out of the starting nine for at least one game. Nelson Velazquez will start in center field while Nick Madrigal is at the keystone for Chicago, and it's unclear if Morel will be available off the bench Sunday.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with hamstring tightness Morel left Saturday's game against the Marlins with right hamstring tightness, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact The rookie's production has taken a nosedive lately -- he entered Saturday's game in an 0-for-23 slide. While Morel burst onto the scene in spectacular fashion and sits with nine homers and nine stolen bases through 67 games this season, this injury on top of the recent struggles may send him to the waiver wire in some fantasy leagues.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Game 1 Morel is on the bench for the first game of Thursday's doubleheader with the Cardinals.

Impact Though Morel will likely play in the nightcap, he'll be on the bench for the third time in four games while the Cubs go with David Bote at second base and Rafael Ortega in center field or the afternoon contest. After he was dialed in at the plate to begin his MLB career, Morel has cooled down since the beginning of July and has gone 0-for-16 over his last five starts.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Day off Tuesday Morel is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Morel has gone from a relatively unheralded prospect to one of the better players on the Cubs this season, though he's recently hit a bit of a wall, going hitless in his last six games. He'll hit the bench for the second time in three games Tuesday, and he could see his playing time opportunities at the keystone take a hit moving forward with Nick Madrigal (groin) returning from the injured list.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rodón dominates amid trade rumors, Giants beat Cubs 4-0

Carlos Rodón struck out 10 over seven dominant innings amid speculation he could be traded, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Riding pine Saturday Morel isn't starting Saturday against the Giants.

Impact Morel is getting a breather after he went 0-for-12 with two walks and three strikeouts over the last four games. David Bote will take his place at the keystone and bat ninth.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wisdom homers again, Stroman finally wins as Cubs top Giants

Patrick Wisdom homered again, Marcus Stroman pitched six scoreless innings for his first win in more than two months and the Chicago Cubs beat the struggling San Francisco Giants 4...

JULY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wood takes no-hitter into 7th, Giants beat Cubs to stop skid

Alex Wood took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 4-2 to stop a seven-game slide

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reaches three times Sunday Morel went 2-for-4 with a walk, a double and an RBI in Sunday's win over the Phillies.

Impact Morel had a good day at the plate but struggled on the bases, as he was picked off first and also caught stealing for the fifth time this season in 14 chances. Despite those missteps, it was still a productive fantasy performance for the rookie from the leadoff spot. Morel will likely have his share of growing pains the rest of the way, but he's batting .283 and playing regularly, so he's worth a look in most formats.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gomes, Smyly help lift Cubs to three-game sweep of Phillies

Yan Gomes hit two home runs, Drew Smyly tossed six sharp innings and the Chicago Cubs completed a three-game sweep with a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies

JULY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leading off Sunday Morel is starting in center field and batting first in Sunday's game against the Phillies.

Impact Morel has largely been batting ninth lately but moves up to the top of the order Sunday. The rookie has certainly looked the part of a leadoff hitter with a .279 batting average, nine home runs and nine stolen bases across 57 games. If Morel sticks in the No. 1 spot moving forward, his outlook gets a little brighter due to increased run-scoring potential.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Castellanos boils over after Cubs beat Phillies 6-2 in 10

Nico Hoerner homered early and scored the tiebreaking run in a five-run 10th inning as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2

JULY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tallies three hits, three runs Morel went 3-for-5 with a double, an RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 15-2 win over the Phillies.

Impact No. 9 hitters don't typically bat five times in a game, but the Chicago outburst gave Morel plenty of chances, and the rookie delivered. He's now up to a strong .827 OPS across 56 games to go along with nine home runs and eight stolen bases. As long as Morel continues to see regular playing time, he should remain a decent fantasy asset with upside due to his power and speed potential.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Velázquez hits 2 HRs, drives in 5 as Cubs rout Phillies 15-2

Nelson Velázquez hit two late homers and drove in five runs, Seiya Suzuki and Willson Contreras also went deep and the Chicago Cubs routed the Philadelphia Phillies 15-2

JULY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hoerner gets 3 hits as Cubs stop slide by topping Mets 3-2

Nico Hoerner hit a tiebreaking RBI single with two outs in the eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs stopped a nine-game slide by topping the New York Mets 3-2

JULY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back as leadoff hitter Morel is starting in center field and batting first in Sunday's game against the Mets.

Impact Morel sat in the nightcap of Saturday's doubleheader but will return for the series finale and last game before the All-Star break. The rookie has had a nice first half with an .814 OPS through 54 games, and he's chipped in nine home runs and eight stolen bases.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting evening game Morel will sit for the second portion of Saturday's doubleheader against the Mets.

Impact Morel went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in the first game, dropping his OPS in his surprising rookie season slightly to .816. David Bote will handle second base in the nightcap.

JULY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pete Alonso, New York Mets sweep lowly Cubs with 4-3 victory

Pete Alonso was hit by a bases-loaded pitch from Mychal Givens in the 10th inning, and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to complete a doubleheader sweep

JULY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carrasco, Mets hand Cubs 7th straight loss, 8-0

Carlos Carrasco pitched six sharp innings, Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso homered, and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 8-0

JULY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Orioles beat Cubs 7-1, extend winning streak to 10 games

Anthony Santander hit a two-run double to spark Baltimore’s three-run first inning, Spenser Watkins and four relievers scattered six hits and the Orioles extended their winning str...

JULY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Triples, scores Wednesday Morel went 1-for-3 with a walk, a triple and a run scored in Wednesday's loss to the Orioles.

Impact Morel scored the Cubs' lone run in the 7-1 defeat. The rookie showcased his speed, recording his fourth triple of the season through 51 games. He's also popped nine home runs and stolen seven bases, so Morel has been able to have a decent fantasy impact during his MLB debut. He did come into the night striking out nearly 32 percent of the time, so some ups and downs should be expected, but Morel has the talent to deliver good stats the rest of the way.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE