Giancarlo Stanton Currently Behind Schedule

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (elbow) was fantastic during the postseason but is currently behind schedule at the start of spring training. The veteran slugger is currently being held back due to elbow soreness. This doesn't sound like a long-term issue, but the Yankees are also going to be cautious with their veteran slugger. […]

Jon Gray To Remain In Starting Rotation For Now

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jon Gray has been rumored to be possibly moving to the bullpen. The rumor is that the Rangers could use Gray as a closer given his success out of the bullpen in the past. Gray has been fantastic in a small sample size out of the bullpen, but that doesn't appear […]

Jacob deGrom Looks Good Early In Camp

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) had all eyes on him during a recent bullpen session over the weekend. Due to injuries, deGrom has only been able to start nine games since joining the Rangers in 2023. He underwent his second Tommy John surgery of his career in June of 2023. The right-hander made […]

Mike Trout Working On Plan To Stay Healthy

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (knee) hasn't played more than 119 games in a single season since 2019. Last season, Trout only managed to play in 29 contests before tearing his meniscus in his left knee. Trout obviously isn't getting any younger and these major injuries are certainly taking a toll on his body. […]

Dedniel Nunez To Slowly Ramp Up Activities

New York Mets relief pitcher Dedniel Nunez (forearm) reportedly had a small army of coaches to come watch him throw this weekend. Nunez showed a ton of potential during the 2024 season, but sadly it was cut short due to injuries. He missed a majority of the second half of the season due to forearm […]

Kodai Senga Throws Batting Practice Session

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (calf, shoulder) was able to throw a successful live batting practice session this weekend at spring training. The 32-year-old was reportedly all smiles coming off the mound as he works his way back from calf and shoulder injuries that limited him to just one regular-season start in 2024. […]

Francisco Lindor Feels Good

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (back) was on pace to play 162 games last season before going down with an injury in September. Head coach Carlos Mendoza was asked if Lindor would have rest days throughout the season because of the back issue. It doesn't sound like that is the plan right now as […]

Daniel Espino Still Months Away From Pitching

Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Daniel Espino (shoulder) is now 11 months removed from surgery, but still has a long way to go before getting back on the mound. The organization said that Espino is on a 16-to-18 month timeline. That means, Espino still has at least five months left of recovery time before he could […]

Spencer Strider Won't Be On Opening Day Roster

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (elbow) won't be on the Opening Day roster, according to the team's general manager Alex Anthopoulos. As expected, Strider won't be ready for the beginning of the season as he continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery. However, the Braves are hopeful that Strider can pitch […]

Marcus Stroman Won't Pitch In Bullpen

New York Yankees starting pitcher Marcus Stroman told reporters that he won't be pitching out of the bullpen. The two-time All-Star has made it clear that he's a starting pitcher and he has no desire to pitch out of the bullpen for the Yankees. As of right now, Stroman is on the outside looking in […]

Corbin Carroll Fine After Getting Hit By Pitch

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll appears to have avoided any serious injuries after a incident earlier on Friday. The speedy outfielder was reportedly hit by a pitch while taking batting practice. Whenever that happens there is always immediate concern of injury, but Carroll appears to be fine. Carroll was reportedly playing catch later in the […]

Cole Ragans Signs Three-Year Extension

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans has signed a new extension with the organization on Friday. The southpaw has reached a three-year, $13.25 million contract extension with the Royals. This deal will cover the upcoming 2025 campaign and two seasons of arbitration eligibility. At first glance, this seems like a steal for the Royals […]

Kevin Knox II Expected To Sign 10-Day Contract

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Knox II is expected to sign a 10-day contract with the team following the All-Star break. Knox is currently playing with the Warriors G-League affiliate. He's averaging 19.3 points and 7.8 rebounds, which has opened up some eyes lately. Knox was in training camp with the Warriors, but he wasn't […]

Damion Baugh Signs Two-Way Deal

Charlotte Hornets guard Damion Baugh has signed a two-year, two-way contract with the team. The 24-year-old impressed the team with a 16-point performance during Wednesday's game. He added five rebounds and three assists along the way across 27 minutes of action. The Hornets are fairly banged up at the guard spot, so Baugh might be […]

Isaiah Wong Waived By Hornets

Charlotte Hornets center Isaiah Wong has been waived by the organization. The 24-year-old was averaging 6.0 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists across 13 minutes per game in 20 contests while playing on a two-way deal. The Hornets didn't exactly need Wong anymore after the addition of Jusuf Nurkic at the trade deadline. Wong wasn't […]

Russell Westbrook Hopeful To Return After All-Star Break

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (hamstring) is expected to get back on the court after the All-Star break, according to head coach Mike Malone. Westbrook missed the final seven games before the break due to a left hamstring strain. Before going down, Westbrook was making a solid contribution with 13 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.4 […]

Aaron Gordon Downgraded To Out

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) has been downgraded to out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He started out as probable for this game after playing in each of the last four contests. He has now worked his way down to out ahead of the final game before the All-Star break. […]

Michael Porter Jr. Ruled Out On Wednesday

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. This marks the third game in a row that Porter has missed due to a left hamstring strain. It's the final game before the All-Star break, so the Nuggets are likely just being cautious and […]

P.J. Washington Remains Out On Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Washington has now missed four of the last five games due to a sprained ankle. Washington will get another chance to play on Thursday, but the Mavs might hold him out of that game as well […]

Dante Exum Ruled Out For Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (Achilles) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Exum has been nursing an Achilles issue, so the Mavs have decided to take the cautious approach during the front end of this back-to-back set. The hope is that Exum will play on Thursday, but it wouldn't […]

Robert Williams III Unavailable On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The Blazers are going to take the cautious approach and hold out Williams for the final two games before the All-Star break. His absence is going to leave the Blazers shorthanded with Deandre Ayton (calf) […]

Jerami Grant Won't Play On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Grant will now miss his second game in a row due to right knee soreness. The Blazers have decided to take the cautious approach and hold out Grant until after the All-Star break. His absence should […]

Pat Connaughton Available On Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton (calf) has been cleared to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Connaughton was active on Monday, but only managed to play two minutes during that contest. He'll be available once again on Wednesday and is hopeful to have a bigger role in the rotation. Most nights, Connaughton […]

Zion Williamson Upgraded To Available

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (conditioning) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Williamson was uncertain coming into this game considering it's the front end of a back-to-back set. That being said, Williamson will suit up on Wednesday, but figures to be sidelined for Thursday's rematch with the Kings. For now, […]

Nikola Vucevic Active On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (ankle) is officially active ahead of Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. As expected, Vucevic will suit up after being listed as probable heading into this contest. He is dealing with an ankle issue, but it doesn't appear to be serious enough to hold him out of action. Vucevic hasn't […]

Austin Reaves Should Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (elbow) is listed as probable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Reaves has been dealing with an elbow contusion for a few games, but he has looked fine during those contests. That being said, Reaves should continue to play through the issue during Wednesday's game. He'll likely […]

LeBron James Expected To Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is currently considered probable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. James has been a frequent name on the injury report, but normally he's able to play. It's worth noting that James did miss a game last week, but fantasy managers should expect him back on Wednesday. […]

Jusuf Nurkic Will Have Minutes Limit On Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic (trade) is set to make his team debut against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. After falling out of the rotation in Phoenix, Nurkic was traded to the Hornets during last Thursday's deadline. Now, Nurkic is set to make his Hornets debut, but he'll be under a minutes limit because he […]

Ben Simmons Won't Suit Up On Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons (conditioning) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Simmons recently joined the Clippers after finalizing a contract buyout with the Brooklyn Nets. It's unclear if the Clippers plan on having Simmons play at all before the All-Star break. Once active, Simmons figures to play […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Cleared For Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (conditioning) has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Bogdanovic is set to make his team debut after being acquired by the Clippers during last Thursday's deadline. So far this season, Bogdanovic is averaging 10 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across 24 minutes […]