Yu Chang

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yu Chang (quad) will be sidelined for the next six to eight weeks.

Fantasy Impact

The initial timeline was only a couple of weeks but Rays manager Kevin Cash said the injury is more severe than originally thought. Chang homered in a Grapefruit League game on Sunday but will certainly not be ready for Opening Day.

The Rays signed Yu Chang to a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training.

Fantasy Impact

According to Topkin, there had been interest in bringing Chang back after he had a productive 2022 season with the Rays. Chang said he was looking for a major league deal. When he wasn't able to land one, he sorted through interest from about 10 teams on minor league deals and decided to sign with the Rays. He doesn't figure to hold much fantasy value as part of a crowded middle infield group in Tampa Bay.

Yu Chang went 1-for-3 with a home run in a loss to the Blue Jays Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Chang's season-long struggles continued, as he now holds a .170 batting average with five home runs and 18 RBI in 37 games played. Despite his low average, Chang has shown some power potential, but he will need to improve his overall offensive production to solidify his spot in the lineup.

Yu Chang went 1-for-4 with a solo home run, driving in a run and scoring a run himself as the Red Sox defeated the Cubs 8-3.

Fantasy Impact

In his 21 games this season, Chang has struggled at the plate, hitting just .145 with four home runs and 17 strikeouts. However, his power was on full display in this game, providing a much-needed spark for the Red Sox offense.

Yu Chang is expected to begin a rehab assignment this weekend.

Fantasy Impact

Chang appears to be slightly ahead of schedule as the last update said he was expected to begin a rehab assignment next week. He continues to work his way back from a fractured hamate bone.