Aroldis Chapman Nearly Blows Game

New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman has struggled to find any consistency this season. The left-hander was pitching better as of late, but nearly cost his team the game on Friday. The 34-year-old gave up a three-run home run and almost blew the lead to the Baltimore Orioles. Chapman only recorded one out before […]

Aaron Judge Crushes Two Homers

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge came into the game as the home run leader and added more to his total on Friday. The 30-year-old went 2-for-4 with a pair of home runs and four RBI in the win over the Baltimore Orioles. This marked his sixth multi-homer game of the season. Now, Judge has […]

Seiya Suzuki Collects Four Hits

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki put together a strong performance against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. The 27-year-old has been on fire lately and that continued during Friday's lopsided victory. He went 4-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in the 15-2 win. This marked Suzuki's seventh home run of the season and his […]

Julio Rodriguez Scratched On Friday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (wrist) was a late scratch from Friday's game against the Houston Astros. The 21-year-old has been pulled out of the lineup due to left wrist soreness. Possibly, Rodriguez suffered this injury from participating in the Home Run Derby on Monday. Regardless, it sounds like this is a minor issue for […]

Darin Ruf Blasts Grand Slam

San Francisco Giants first baseman Darin Ruf came up with a huge hit during Thursday's contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 35-year-old slugger crushed a grand slam off Alex Vesia in the fifth inning. He turned what was a 5-1 contest into a tie game, but sadly it didn't last. The Giants would eventually […]

Craig Kimbrel Converts 16th Save

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel tossed a scoreless ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday. The 2022 campaign hasn't gone smoothly for Kimbrel, but he did his job in this one. He allowed a bunt single to Brandon Belt, but retired the rest of the Giants hitters to convert his 16th […]

Joey Lucchesi To Throw Live Batting Practice

New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi (elbow) is scheduled to throw against live hitters during batting practice on Friday. The 29-year-old hasn't pitched all season as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery. It sounds like Lucchesi is nearing a rehab assignment. That being said, there's a chance Lucchesi rejoins the Mets […]

Mets, Astros Interested In Josh Bell

Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell is likely to be on the move here soon. The 31-year-old has been hot at the plate this season, so the Nats are likely going to cash-in on his value. As of right now, the New York Mets and Houston Astros are reportedly pursuing Bell. The Mets have also […]

Eric Gordon Projected To Be Starter

Houston Rockets guard/forward Eric Gordon is projected to be in the starting five heading into next season, according to Kelly Iko. The veteran forward has been rumored to be on the move this offseason. A trade does make sense considering the Rockets are in the middle of a rebuild. Although, it could be tough to […]

Josh Green To Improve His Ball-Handling

Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Green is working to improve his ball-handling and three-point shot this offseason. The 21-year-old did look solid at times with his corner three, but he eventually fell out of the rotation. There is upside in his game, and working with famed trainer Joe Abunassar should improve his game. Also, Jalen Brunson […]

Bones Hyland Preparing For Larger Role

Denver Nuggets guard Bones Hyland has reportedly put on six pounds of muscle this offseason. The 21-year-old has been working out twice as a day as he prepares for a bigger role with the team next season. The departure of Will Barton should open up plenty of minutes for other players. Most notably, Monte Morris […]

Andrew Nembhard Gets Surprising Deal

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard signed a surprisingly large deal with the organization on Wednesday. The No. 31 pick will get a four-year deal worth $8.6 million. Nembhard will get $6.4 million guaranteed, which is the most ever for a player selected in the second round. The 22-year-old looked fairly decent during five Summer League […]

James Harden Officially Agrees To Deal

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden has officially agreed to a new deal with the organization. On Wednesday, the two sides came to terms on a two-year $68.8 million deal. This includes a player option, so Harden has the opportunity to move right back into free agency next summer. This seems like a lot of money, […]

Shaedon Sharpe Won't Need Surgery

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe (shoulder) will not require surgery, which is a huge break for the rookie. The No. 7 overall pick was diagnosed with a small labral tear in his left shoulder on July 9. After that, Sharpe was held out of the rest of the Summer League. On Wednesday, the team […]

Miles Bridges Pleads Not Guilty

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges was charged with three felony charges on Tuesday. The 24-year-old has decided to plead not guilty to all three charges on Wednesday. He was initially arrested in Los Angeles on June 29th after getting into an altercation with his child's mother. Bridges is being charged with domestic violence and child […]

Tommy Milone Staying In The Bullpen

Seattle Mariners pitcher Tommy Milone is expected to remain in the bullpen, according to manager Scott Servais. Marco Gonzales, Logan Gilbert, Robbie Ray, Chris Flexen and George Kirby are likely to be the first five starters out of the break. The 35-year-old has been used as the long relief option for the M's this season. […]

Carlos Rodon To Open Second Half On Thursday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (finger) will open the second half against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. The left-hander didn't pitch during the All-Star game due to a blister in his finger. This doesn't sound like an issue that is going to linger into the second half. The 29-year-old holds a 2.66 […]

Zach Logue Recalled For Thursday's Doubleheader

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Zach Logue has been recalled ahead of Thursday's doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers. The 26-year-old is expected to make one of the starts during this two game set on Thursday. Sadly, Logue has struggled heavily and should be avoided as a streaming option He's posting a 5.16 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and […]

Pablo Lopez To Start Thursday's Game

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Pablo Lopez will make the start during Thursday's second-half opener versus the Texas Rangers. The 26-year-old has been fantastic through the first half of the season. He's posting a 2.86 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 101:32 K:BB ratio across 18 starts. Manager Don Mattingly hasn't announced the rest of the starting rotation […]

Miles Bridges Charged With Three Felonies

Free-agent forward Miles Bridges has been formally charged with felony domestic violence and child abuse. This comes from an alleged assault that occurred last month in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old reportedly assaulted his girlfriend in front of the couple's two children. He faces one felony count of injuring a child's parent and two felony counts […]

De'Andre Hunter Not Close On Extension

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter has been reportedly discussing a long-term extension with the organization. However, it sounds like the two sides are roughly $20 million apart on the terms of a four-year extension. To be fair, it's tough to blame the Hawks for being cautious here. Hunter continues to be plagued by injuries but […]

Serge Ibaka Officially Signs With Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks have officially agreed to a deal with forward Serge Ibaka. The veteran forward finished out the 2021-2022 season as a member of the Bucks. He was the third string center behind Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis. That being said, Ibaka isn't expected to have much fantasy value with both of those players […]

JaMychal Green Agrees To Buyout

Oklahoma City Thunder forward JaMychal Green has agreed to a buyout with the organization. He was recently traded along with a draft pick from the Denver Nuggets to OKC in exchange for the 30th overall pick in this year's draft. Green didn't last too long in Oklahoma City as the team didn't believe he fit […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Hopeful To Be Cleared By Mid-August

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder) has been one of the hottest names on the trade market this summer. The veteran quarterback continues working his way back from a shoulder injury. The 30-year-old has been throwing for weeks and his arm is reportedly stronger than before. Although, his days in San Francisco are likely […]

Jameis Winston Continues Making Solid Progress

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (knee) is working his way back after suffering a torn ACL in Week 8 last year. Despite that, Winston is expected to be ready to suit up for Week 1. All signs are positive right now, but the Saints will likely take it slow during the beginning of training […]

Michael Thomas Hopeful To Be Cleared For Training Camp

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) continues to work his way back from an ankle injury that caused him to miss the entire 2021 season. The reports have been positive, so it sounds like Thomas is making good progress. The organization is optimistic that Thomas will be cleared early in training camp. It's […]

Deandre Ayton Finalizes Four-Year Deal

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton has officially finalized his four-year deal with the organization. The young center said that he's happy to finally put free agency behind him and compete for a championship. There was plenty of uncertainty between the Suns and Ayton this offseason. At first, it didn't sound like the Suns had plans […]

Hornets Didn't Pull Offer On Miles Bridges

The Charlotte Hornets reportedly didn't pull their offer on Miles Bridges before the July 13 deadline. That means, technically the offer is still on the table for Bridges. Right now, his future is unclear with an upcoming court date in Los Angeles on Wednesday. This court date is in regards to his domestic abuse case. […]

Kenrich Williams Signs Four-Year Deal

The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed forward Kenrich Williams to a four-year extension. He has spent each of the last two seasons with OKC. He has played fairly well in a limited role, so the Thunder will keep him around. They've decided to give him a four-year deal worth $27.7 million. Williams has mentioned he […]

John Butler Jr. Saves Best For Last

New Orleans Pelicans forward John Butler Jr. ended the Summer League on a high note with an epic performance on Sunday. The young forward went 9-for-9 from the floor with 25 points, seven rebounds, and knocked down seven triples in the victory. This was by far his best performance of the Summer League. Despite that, […]