ZACH MCKINSTRY NEWS

Triples, scores Saturday McKinstry went 1-for-4 with a triple and a run scored in Saturday's 2-1 extra-inning loss to the White Sox.

Impact McKinstry had one of the Tigers' three hits in the 10-inning contest and scored the lone run. The utility player is getting an opportunity to lead off most days against righties and he's responded with a .387 on-base percentage and 25 runs scored across 49 games, while also swiping 10 bases. McKinstry has some fantasy value in deeper leagues as long as he's in this role and getting on base.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two swipes in win McKinstry went 2-for-5 with a double, a run scored and two steals in Sunday's 6-5 win over the White Sox.

Impact McKinstry has reached safely in 15 of his past 16 starts, including back-to-back multi-hit games. Since May 8, he's slashing .358/.500/.509 with five RBI, six stolen bases and 12 runs scored. McKinstry was once viewed as a top prospect for the Dodgers, but he struggled to make an impact in limited action with Los Angeles and had a similar situation with the Cubs last year. However, Detroit has given the 28-year-old a prominent, everyday spot at the top of the order, and McKinstry has responded with quality all-around play.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big game in win McKinstry went 3-for-4 with a double, a solo home run and two RBI in Saturday's win over the White Sox. He also stole a base.

Impact McKinstry paced Detroit's offense from the top of the order, chipping in his fourth home run and eighth stolen base of the season. The utility player has become a regular leadoff option for the Tigers and has responded with a .291 batting average. As long as he's hitting first most days, McKinstry could have some fantasy value in deeper leagues.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sox bullpen roughed up as McKinstry's 3 hits lead Tigers past White Sox, 7-3 Zach McKinstry homered in a three-run seventh as the Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the White Sox 7-3 on Saturday.

MAY 27, 2023 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Zach McKinstry's 3 hits lead Detroit Tigers past Chicago White Sox, 7-3

Zach McKinstry homered in a three-run seventh as the Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the Chicago White Sox 7-3

MAY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Walks three times in win McKinstry went 0-for-1 with three walks, two runs and a stolen base in Thursday's 7-2 win over the White Sox.

Impact McKinstry struck out on three pitches in his first at-bat but reached base in every plate appearance thereafter, working three walks and taking a hit-by-pitch. Those outcomes aren't particularly exciting in most fantasy formats, but the utility man built upon them by swiping a bag and scoring twice. McKinstry has racked up seven steals through 40 games on the campaign, matching his total over 57 contests last year.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench versus southpaw McKinstry is not in the starting lineup Saturday against the Nationals.

Impact McKinstry will take a seat as the Tigers face off with left-hander Patrick Corbin on the mound Saturday. Andy Ibanez will replace him at second base while Miguel Cabrera enters the lineup at designated hitter and bats seventh versus Washington.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops leadoff homer McKinstry went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 8-6 win over the Nationals.

Impact Getting the start at third base and hitting leadoff, the utility infielder set the tone for the night by driving the fifth pitch he saw from Cole Irvin the other way and over the wall in left-center field for the first of the Tigers' four home runs. McKinstry snapped a 20-game homer drought in the process, but he's been a solid addition to Detroit's lineup this season and is slashing .278/.426/.361 through 14 games in May.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting against lefty McKinstry is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pirates.

Impact With lefty Rich Hill on the mound for Pittsburgh, the lefty-hitting McKinstry will retreat to the bench for the series finale. Jonathan Schoop will check in for McKinstry at second base, while outfielder Matt Vierling steps in as the Tigers' leadoff hitter.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Detroit News Zach McKinstry has been toggled between Triple-A and the big leagues, having played on three teams in eight months. He's not about to let his guard down now.

MAY 15, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Riding pine against lefty McKinstry isn't starting Friday against the Mariners.

Impact McKinstry is riding a three-game hitting streak in which he's gone 5-for-12 with two runs, an RBI and a steal. However, he'll get a breather with left-hander Marco Gonzales on the mound for Seattle. Jonathan Schoop is starting at the keystone and batting eighth.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes fifth bag McKinstry went 1-for-4 with a steal in Tuesday's loss to the Guardians.

Impact McKinstry is now 5-for-6 in stolen base attempts, putting him two shy of his total in 57 games last season. The 28-year-old McKinstry has been leading off for the Tigers against right-handed pitching. He's gotten off to a solid start at the plate, slashing .260/.348/.403 with two homers, 6 RBI and 12 runs scored through 90 plate appearances this season.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Idle versus lefty McKinstry is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact For the second time in the series, the lefty-hitting McKinstry will retreat to the bench while the Cardinals bring a southpaw (Steven Matz) to the hill. Jonathan Schoop will fill in at second base, while right fielder Matt Vierling replaces McKinstry in the leadoff spot.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against lefty McKinstry isn't in the Tigers' lineup for Friday's game against St. Louis.

Impact With Jordan Montgomery set to start Friday for the Cardinals, the left-handed bat of McKinstry will begin the game in the dugout. Jonathan Schoop will take over at second base and bat sixth.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits versus lefty in Game 1 McKinstry is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Mets, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact With the Tigers facing left-hander Joey Lucchesi on the mound for New York in Game 1, McKinstry will take a seat for the matinee. Jonathan Schoop will take over at second base and bat sixth against the Mets.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leading off again Sunday McKinstry is starting at second base and batting first in Sunday's game against the Orioles.

Impact McKinstry continues to see regular time at second base and in the leadoff spot for the Tigers. He's responded with a solid .296 batting average and .345 on-base percentage. With McKinstry starting, Jonathan Schoop has had to settle for a reserve role.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Tuesday McKinstry isn't starting Tuesday against the Brewers.

Impact After three consecutive starts in which McKinstry went 3-for-10 with a home run, the 27-year-old infielder will get a day off Tuesday. Jonathan Schoop will start in his place at second base and bat seventh.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry is hitting like never before, thanks to Rafael Devers, José Ramírez Detroit Tigers infielder Zach McKinstry noticed something about the swing mechanics of Rafael Devers and José Ramírez during batting practic...

APRIL 25, 2023 • FREEP.COM

Picking up regular starts McKinstry will start at second base and bat eighth in Monday's game in Milwaukee.

Impact McKinstry will be making his third consecutive start in the middle infield and appears to have at least temporarily captured a regular role while he's one of the few Tigers swinging a hot bat at the moment. Over his last eight games, McKinstry has gone 7-for-20 with two home runs, three doubles, four RBI, four runs and a stolen base.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Smashes second homer of week McKinstry went 1-for-3 with a homer in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Baltimore.

Impact McKinstry had not homered in his first 31 at bats of the season, but he's sent two over the fence this week. Saturday's homer was the only offense of the night for Detroit. The utility man is hitting .250 in a part-time role with the Tigers.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits first home run McKinstry popped a pinch-hit home run in Wednesday's loss to the Guardians.

Impact McKinstry made his lone at-bat count, as he blasted his first home run of the season in the eighth inning. The utility player has never been a huge power threat, as his career high in home runs is seven. McKinstry should continue to see playing time off the bench for the Tigers, but he's off the fantasy radar.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Báez benched as Tigers beat Jays 3-1, end 6-game skid

Javier Báez was benched after a baserunning gaffe and Spencer Turnbull pitched five solid innings as the Detroit Tigers avoided a three-game sweep by beating the Toronto Blue Jays...

APRIL 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Losing out on playing time McKinstry is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays.

Impact Though manager A.J. Hinch said a week and a half ago that McKinstry would get the bulk of the playing time at second base over Jonathan Schoop, the Tigers already appear to be pulling the plug on that plan. The lefty-hitting McKinstry has now been left out of the lineup for three straight games -- all against right-handed starting pitchers -- after opening his time in Detroit with a .158/.200/.158 slash line in 20 plate appearances. Schoop started at the keystone Sunday and Tuesday, but both he and McKinstry will be on the bench Wednesday with Nick Maton getting a look at the position.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox top Tigers behind Casas, Crawford for 3-game sweep

Triston Casas homered and hit an RBI double as the Boston Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 4-1 for a three-game sweep

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes seat Sunday McKinstry is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox.

Impact The lefty-hitting McKinstry has started at second base on each of the last four occasions that the Tigers have faced right-handers, but he'll head to the bench for the series finale even with Boston bringing righty Kutter Crawford to the hill. Though McKinstry still appears to be the Tigers' preferred option at the keystone, his 3-for-17 start to the season at the dish may have resulted in him losing some job security. Jonathan Schoop will replace him at the keystone Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE