Blue Jays beat Rockies 2-0 for 6th straight win

Cuddyer hoping to avoid DL after hurting ribs

Michael Cuddyer hopes an awkward tumble at first base doesn't mean another trip to the disabled list.

Rockies activate Francis from disabled list

The Colorado Rockies have activated left-hander Jeff Francis from the 15-day disabled list and designated right-hander Jon Garland for assignment.

Fantasy Facts - Cuddyer can hit a curve

Michael Cuddyer has slugged a league-best 1.250 in at-bats ending in a curveball this season. Edinson Volquez has thrown his curveball 25 percent of the time, fifth highest in the National League among pitchers with at least 10 starts.

0-2 No Problem For Cuddyer

Michael Cuddyer drove in Troy Tulowitzki with the game-winning run in the ninth inning on Tuesday after falling behind in the count, 0-2. Cuddyer now has a .367 (11 for 30) batting average this season after falling behind, 0-2, second-highest among players with at least 25 at-bats that started 0-2 this year, behind Dustin Pedroia (.375).

Heyward, Greinke close to returning

Every Monday in this space, we'll provide updates on a variety of players to help you make your weekly lineup decisions. We'll specifically try to hit the players who are day-to-day, have just gone on the DL or are ready to return, so that you can better decide whether you can count on them or not.

Rockies lose Cuddyer to DL with neck injury

The Colorado Rockies have placed outfielder Michael Cuddyer on the 15-day disabled list with a neck injury and recalled outfielder Charlie Blackmon from Triple-A Colorado Springs. Blackmon was in the lineup batting eighth Sunday against the Cardinals.

MLB FANTASY FACTS - Cuddyer Tough With 2 Strikes

Michael Cuddyer is batting .323 with two strikes this season, best in the majors. Last season Cuddyer hit .194 with two strikes.

Tulowitzki happy with MRI, sits out vs. Yankees

Troy Tulowitzki was all smiles even with a forced day off.