Jacob deGrom Could Make Spring Debut In Second Week Of March

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) is scheduled to throw a live batting practice session over the weekend. The expectation is that deGrom will throw a few live BP sessions against hitters before making his spring debut. The right-hander is still ramping up after returning late last season following Tommy John surgery. When healthy, […]

Roansy Contreras Working As Starter This Spring

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Roansy Contreras is reportedly going to be stretched out as a starting pitcher this spring. The 25-year-old began his career as a starting pitcher with the Pittsburgh Pirates. However, Contreras transitioned to a bullpen role with the Los Angeles Angels last season. The O's could use the starting pitching depth, but Contreras […]

Jordan Westburg Throws Before Friday's Game

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg (back) was able to do some light throwing before Friday's spring training contest. Westburg has missed nearly a week of action due to lower back soreness. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried as the Orioles are going to take the cautious approach this early in spring training. O's manager Brandon […]

Gunnar Henderson Won't Play This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (side) won't suit up for any spring training games this weekend. Henderson was pulled after one inning due to left side discomfort during Thursday's game. The young infielder is reportedly still sore, so the Orioles are going to take the cautious approach here. It doesn't sound like the team plans […]

Masataka Yoshida Ready To Serve As Designated Hitter

Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) is ready to serve as the designated hitter during spring training. The organization has been bringing him along slowly due to his lingering shoulder issues. It's good news that Yoshida is ready to start swinging the bat during games. However, Yoshida is still early in his throwing program […]

Rafael Devers Likely To Be Designated Hitter To Start The Season

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (shoulder) has already said that he wants to stay at third base this season. The assumption was that newly added Alex Bregman would take over third base, which means Devers would become the everyday designated hitter. The coaching staff has been mostly avoiding the issue and saying these […]

Kristian Campbell The Favorite To Start At Second Base

Boston Red Sox rookie infielder Kristian Campbell is reportedly the favorite to start at second base to begin the season. The addition of Alex Bregman has added some uncertainty about who is going to start at second base. There was some speculation that Bregman would shift to second base while Rafael Devers stays at third […]

Heliot Ramos To Play Long Toss On Friday

San Francisco Giants outfielder Heliot Ramos (oblique) is going to throw from 120 feet away on Friday. Ramos continues to work his way back from a mild oblique strain. It's also worth noting that Ramos is going to hit in the batting cage again on Friday. It's not shocking to see the Giants bringing Ramos […]

Tyler Fitzgerald Set To Make Spring Debut On Friday

San Francisco Giants infielder Tyler Fitzgerald (back) will make his spring training debut against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday. Fitzgerald has been brought along slowly after suffering a back injury early in camp. Luckily, it wasn't a major issue and it looks like Fitzgerald is going to be fine going forward. The expectation is that […]

Jack Kochanowicz To Start On Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz (illness) is expected to take the mound for Tuesday's spring training contest against the Cleveland Guardians. He will throw a simulated game on Friday, but if all goes well then he'll be back on the mound early next week. The right-hander was scratched from his start on Thursday […]

Kenley Jansen To Pitch On Saturday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kenley Jansen (shoulder) is scheduled to make his spring training debut against the Athletics on Saturday. Jansen missed the end of last season due to shoulder inflammation, but it wasn't expected to be an issue heading into the 2025 season. Jansen signed a one-year deal with the Angels over the […]

Luis Rengifo Making Spring Debut On Friday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo (wrist) will make his spring training debut against the Chicago White Sox on Friday. He came into camp without restrictions following right wrist surgery from last August. Despite that, Rengifo has been held out of game action until now, but it sounds like the wrist is no longer an […]

Evan Carter Scratched On Friday

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (illness) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Friday's contest against the Chicago Cubs. Rangers' manager Bruce Bochy said Carter is dealing with an illness, but he expects him to be back in the lineup on Saturday. Kevin Pillar will take over his spot in center field and […]

Brandon Nimmo Making Spring Debut On Friday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (foot) will make his spring training debut against the Washington Nationals on Friday. Nimmo has been recovering from plantar fasciitis in his left foot, which is something that bothered him last season as well. The fact he's back in the lineup on Friday means that Nimmo must be feeling […]

Matt Vierling Won't Be Ready For Opening Day

Detroit Tigers outfielder Matt Vierling (shoulder) is going to be sidelined to begin the 2025 season. Vierling is dealing with a rotator cuff strain, so it's unclear how long he's going to be out right now. This is a tough break for the Tigers given Vierling slashed .257/.312/.423 with 16 home runs and 57 RBI […]

Norman Powell Uncertain For Friday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Powell is in danger of missing his fifth game in a row due to a left knee issue. His absence has given Amir Coffey and Bogdan Bogdanovic increased minutes in the rotation. When active, Powell […]

Collin Sexton Might Return On Friday

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sexton has a chance at getting back in the rotation for the first time since the beginning of February. If active, Sexton would likely be limited considering he hasn't suited up for a game in weeks. Isaiah […]

John Collins Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Utah Jazz forward John Collins (back) has been tagged as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It appears Collins has a chance of getting back on the court after missing each of the last three games due to back soreness. Fellow forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is also questionable for this game. If […]

Wendell Moore Jr. Ruled Out On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Wendell Moore Jr. (head) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Moore remains in concussion protocol and will be held out of this game. He played 28 minutes on Tuesday, so when he's active he'll likely play bigger minutes in the rotation. In the meantime, Seth Curry […]

DaQuan Jeffries Returning On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries (knee) is available ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Jeffries will make his return to the court after missing each of the last four games. He was playing quality minutes before the injury and will probably pick up additional minutes on Thursday with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined. Despite […]

Seth Curry Upgraded To Available On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry (back) has been upgraded to available ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. As expected, Curry is ready to play after being listed as probable for this game due to back tightness. He finished with 14 points during his 16 minutes of action during Tuesday's game. Fellow guard LaMelo […]

Lauri Markkanen Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Markkanen has missed each of the last two games due to a lingering back issue. Before that, Markkanen was on a hot streak with 20 points or more in three of his last four games. The Jazz […]

Wendell Moore Jr. Remains In Concussion Protocol

Charlotte Hornets forward Wendell Moore Jr. (head) remains in the league's concussion protocol ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. That being said, Moore is currently tagged as questionable for that contest. That's a shame considering Moore is coming off a double-double during Tuesday's game. He played 28 minutes during that game and looked […]

DaQuan Jeffries Holds Questionable Tag For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Jeffries is in danger of missing his fifth game in a row due to knee soreness. Normally, his status doesn't mean too much, but Jeffries was actually playing minutes in the 20s throughout most of February. Damion […]

Seth Curry Tagged As Probable For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry (back) is listed as probable ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Curry has been dealing with back tightness, but he was able to play 16 minutes during Tuesday's game. The fact he was able to play on Tuesday means he should be good to go here, barring any […]

LaMelo Ball Cleared For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Ball is back in action after sitting out their last game due to an ankle injury. Honestly, Ball likely sat out for rest purposes considering it was the second leg of a back-to-back set. […]

Julius Randle Remains Sidelined On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. As expected, Randle will remain out due to a lingering groin issue. The 30-year-old hasn't played all month and it's unclear when he'll get back on the court. The absence of Randle and Rudy Gobert (back) […]

Rudy Gobert Remains Out On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The big man is set to miss his fifth game in a row due to a lingering back issue. The Wolves haven't given much information on the situation outside of the fact that Gobert is receiving […]

Anthony Edwards Tagged As Questionable For Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Edwards has been dealing with a sore right calf lately, but it hasn't forced him to the sideline. He has played in six straight games and nearly notched a triple-double during his last two games. The […]

Deni Avdija Uncertain To Return On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (quad) was forced to exit during the first quarter of Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He took a hit to his left quad and would eventually head to the locker room. Avdija is currently questionable to return to his contest, but fantasy managers should know more information soon. […]