September 16, 2008 Marlon Byrd hit a two-run triple in the ninth and scored the winning run as the Rangers rallied to beat the Tigers 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Our View:It was Byrd's second triple in two nights and his fourth of the season. The hit also extended his current hitting streak to nine games.
September 10, 2008 Marlon Byrd went 3-for-4 with a double and three RBI in Tuesday's win over the Mariners.
Our View:Byrd was briefly slowed down due to a bum thumb, but he now looks ready to build off his strong August. He looks safe to use in fantasy leagues.
September 7, 2008 Byrd returned to the starting lineup on Sunday after missing time with a sprained thumb.
Our View:He should be safe to activate him.
September 7, 2008 According to the Dallas Morning News, Byrd is unlikely to play on Sunday due to his sprained thumb.
Our View:Keep him benched in daily transaction leagues.
September 6, 2008 Marlon Byrd is out of the starting lineup on Saturday with a sprained thumb. He hurt his thumb while diving for a ball on Friday.
Our View:Its unclear how severe the injury is at this time but we will update as more information becomes available. Byrd had been hot recently and was named the August player of the month for the Rangers.
