Christian Encarnacion-Strand Absent for Game 2

Cincinnati Reds corner infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand (foot) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is basically a doubleheader for the two teams who resumed play of a suspended game earlier in the day. During that game, Encarnacion-Strand fouled a ball off his foot which resulted in […]

Spencer Steer Cleared for Nightcap

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Spencer Steer (hand) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is basically a doubleheader for the two teams who resumed play of a suspended game earlier in the day. During that game, Steer was hit in the hand by a pitch in the seventh […]

Huascar Brazoban Named Opener for Game 2

New York Mets relief pitcher Huascar Brazoban has been named the opener for Wednesday's Game 2 of the doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers. Brazoban figures to throw an inning or two before handing the ball off to Blade Tidwell for the bulk of the innings. This is the third time that the Mets have used […]

Jake LaRavia Lands with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have added some depth in the form of forward Jake LaRavia on Monday. According to Shams Charania, LaRavia has agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers. The 23-year-old is averaging 6.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists across three NBA seasons. He has spent most of his career […]

Tyus Jones Signs One-Year Deal With Magic

The Orlando Magic added some depth at the point guard position by signing free-agent guard Tyus Jones on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Jones signed a one-year, $7 million deal with the organization. Jones has bounced around quite a bit during his career, but last played with the Phoenix Suns. He averaged 10.2 points, 2.4 […]

Kevon Looney Heads to New Orleans

The New Orleans Pelicans signed free-agent center Kevon Looney on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Looney agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Pelicans. Looney has spent each of the last 10 years with the Golden State Warriors. Last season, Looney averaged 4.5 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 15.0 minutes per […]

Jericho Sims Staying in Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed center Jericho Sims to a new deal on Tuesday. The two sides have come to terms on a two-year deal. Sims was acquired by the Bucks mid-season from the New York Knicks. He didn't do too much damage as he averaged 2.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 0.8 assists across 15.0 […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Joins Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have agreed on a one-year deal with free-agent guard Tim Hardaway Jr. on Tuesday. After one season in Detroit, Hardaway has departed and will try his luck in Denver. Hardaway made 77 starts with the Pistons last season, but saw his offensive numbers take a hit. He averaged 11.0 points, 2.4 rebounds, […]

Duncan Robinson Lands With Detroit

The Detroit Pistons are having a busy offseason as they've acquired guard Duncan Robinson on Tuesday. The Pistons and Miami Heat have agreed on a sign-and-trade that sends Robinson to Detroit in exchange for Simone Fontecchio. After that, Robinson signed a three-year, $48 million deal with Detroit. The Pistons are aggressively adding talent as they […]

Tre Mann Remaining in Charlotte

Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann signed a new deal with the organization on Tuesday. The two sides have agreed on a three-year, $24 million deal. Mann was acquired by the Hornets from the Oklahoma City Thunder at the trade deadline in 2024. He only managed to play in 13 games last season due to a […]

Jeremy Pena Shut Down from Baseball Activities

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (rib) was placed on the injured list on Monday due to a rib fracture on his left side. This happened when Pena was hit by a pitch during Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Pena is reportedly feeling better, but will be shut down from baseball activities for a while. […]

Max Scherzer Dealt With Forearm Tightness, Thumb Fatigue in Monday's Start

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer (forearm, thumb) mentioned he was dealing with some fatigue in his right thumb following Monday's start. This explains why Scherzer was pulled out after only 71 pitches over five innings of work against the New York Yankees. Scherzer also said he started feeling forearm tightness on Monday. It's […]

Kodai Senga Throws Batting Practice

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (hamstring) threw a live batting practice session on Sunday. This was the first time that Senga has faced live hitters since landing on the injured list in early June. The next step is for Senga to throw a bullpen session and go through some fielding practice. If everything […]

Chris Sale Transferred to 60-Day Injured List

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (ribs) has been transferred to the 60-day injured list on Tuesday. This is a procedural move in order to free up a spot on the 40-man roster for right-hander Hunter Stratton. Sale was placed on the injured list in late June due to a ribcage fracture. The organization is […]

Evan Carter Placed on Bereavement List

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (personal) has been placed on the bereavement list, so he'll miss the next few games. Carter is currently away from the team while attending his grandfather's funeral. His exact return date is unclear, but the expectation is that he'll be back before Friday's series opener against the San Diego Padres. […]

Nolan Arenado Dealing with Finger Sprain

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (finger) will be held out of Tuesday's starting lineup against the division-rival Pittsburgh Pirates. According to Katie Woo, Arenado is dealing with a sprained right finger that he suffered over the weekend. For now, Arenado is considered day-to-day and will hopefully avoid a trip to the injured list. […]

Santi Aldama Remains with Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies have reached a new deal with forward Santi Aldama on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Aldama has agreed to a three-year, $52.5 million deal with the Grizzlies. It appears the Grizzlies are using the offseason to re-sign their own players. Aldama posted a career-best 12.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in […]

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Lands in Atlanta

The Atlanta Hawks have signed free-agent guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker to a massive deal on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Alexander-Walker is signing a four-year, $62 million deal with the Hawks. Alexander-Walker has spent each of the last two seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, it seemed unlikely that they were going to bring him back […]

Brook Lopez Strikes Deal With Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers have added some depth in the front court with the addition of center Brook Lopez on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Lopez has agreed to a two-year, $18 million deal with the Clippers. The veteran center has decided to play elsewhere after spending each of the last seven seasons with the […]

Tre Jones Remaining in Chicago

Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones is signing a new long term extension with the organization on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Jones has agreed to a three-year $24 million deal to remain in Chicago. The Bulls acquired Jones ahead of the trade deadline last season. He saw a fairly significant role in the rotation down […]

Dorian Finney-Smith Signing With Rockets

The Houston Rockets fun offseason continues as they've added free-agent forward Dorian Finney-Smith on Monday. The two sides have agreed on a four-year, $53 million deal. A day after declining his player option with the Lakers, Finney-Smith scores a big payday with another organization. The veteran forward is a solid 3-and-D player that could be […]

Caris LeVert Joining Pistons

The Detroit Pistons have reportedly signed free-agent guard/forward Caris LeVert on Monday. According to Shams Charania, LeVert has agreed to a two-year, $29 million deal with the Pistons. A good deal for the Pistons who could use another consistent scoring option. Last season, LeVert averaged 12.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 64 games […]

D'Angelo Russell Heading to Dallas

The Dallas Mavericks have reportedly agreed on a deal with free-agent point guard D'Angelo Russell on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Russell is signing a two-year, $13 million deal with Dallas. The 29-year-old has bounced around quite a bit since being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2015. Last season, Russell split time between […]

Clint Capela Returning to Houston

The Houston Rockets have reportedly agreed to terms on a deal with free-agent center Clint Capela. According to Shams Charania, Capela is signing a three-year, $21.5 million deal with Houston. After playing five seasons in Atlanta, Capela is returning to the team where he started his career. Capela spent the first six years of his […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. Signs Massive Extension

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. has reportedly agreed to a massive extension with the organization on Monday. According to Shams Charania, Jackson is signing a five-year, $240 million extension with Memphis. The deal reportedly includes a player option for the final year of the contract. This seemed like the Grizzlies main priority after trading […]

Casey Schmitt Likely Headed to Injured List

San Francisco Giants infielder Casey Schmitt (hand) is expected to be placed on the injured list, according to Alex Pavlovic. Schmitt has missed each of the last five games due to bone bruise in his left wrist. The MRI came back negative, but it sounds like Schmitt is likely still headed for a stint on […]

Jorge Polanco Absent Again, Expected Back on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners infielder Jorge Polanco (knee) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals. Polanco will miss his third game in a row due to left knee soreness. He recently tweaked his left knee, but it's not considered a serious injury and he's expected back for Game 2 […]

Yanquiel Fernandez Called Up to Majors

Colorado Rockies outfielder Yanquiel Fernandez is reportedly set to be recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque. According to Patrick Lyons, Fernandez is set to join the Rockies roster ahead of Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros. The 22-year-old prospect is hitting .284/.347/.502 with 13 home runs and 39 RBI across 64 games in Triple-A this season. Fernandez […]

Josh Naylor Remains Sidelined on Monday

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor (neck) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Monday's game against the San Francisco Giants. This marks the third game in a row that Naylor has missed due to neck spasms. This doesn't seem like an issue that would land Naylor on the injured list. For now, fantasy […]

Tyler Mahle Dealing With Rotator-Cuff Strain

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Tyler Mahle (shoulder) is dealing with a rotator-cuff strain, according to Rangers' president of baseball operations Chris  Young. Mahle was placed on the injured list on June 12 due to shoulder soreness. It seems like a fairly significant injury that has stopped Mahle from throwing for now. The team is having […]