Anthony Alford Homers Twice On Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Anthony Alford went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in Friday's 6-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. He blasted a solo shot off Alec Mills in the fifth inning and then launched a two-run shot in the sixth frame. The 27-year-old has now homered four times over his last nine […]

Noah Fant Misses Practice, Will Return Next Week

Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant (leg) did not practice on Thursday but is expected to return next week. He's been sidelined for over a week with a lower left leg injury. The 23-year-old is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener against the New York Giants. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Fant's […]

Qadree Ollison Released By The Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons released running back Qadree Ollison on Thursday. He was waived by the Falcons on Thursday and replaced by Wayne Gallman. The 24-year-old emerged during camp as the favorite for the backup role behind Mike Davis but was ultimately cut. Ollison will look to latch onto another team in search of running back […]

Jalen Richard Placed On The Injured Reserve

Las Vegas running back Jalen Richard (leg) was placed on the injured reserve Thursday. It's been a rough start to the preseason for Richard. He began training camp on the reserve/COVID-19 list and is now out until Week 4 of the regular season with a leg injury. The 27-year-old rushed for 123 yards on 22 […]

Carson Wentz Returns, Removed From Reserve/COVID List

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (foot) was officially activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list and participated in 11-on-11 drills on Thursday. It was the first time since July 29 that Wentz participated in a full practice. He is working his way back from foot surgery and is on target to suit up Week 1 against the […]

Royce Freeman Claimed By The Panthers

The Carolina Panthers claimed free-agent running back Royce Freeman on Thursday. Denver cut him on Tuesday after spending three seasons with the team. The 25-year-old rush for 170 yards on 35 carries and caught 12 passes for 81 yards across 16 games in 2020. Freeman will look to carve out a role in the Panthers […]

Colin Moran Launches Three-Run Shot On Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Colin Moran went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk during Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. He crushed a three-run shot off Cubs pitcher Keegan Thompson in the first inning to give the Pirates a 3-0 lead. It was his eighth long ball of the season. The 28-year-old […]

Mitch Keller Fires Six Scoreless Frames Thursday

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller allowed six hits while striking out eight over six scoreless during Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. He did not walk a batter and did not factor into the decision. The 25-year-old bounced back on Thursday, shutting down the Cubs over six innings after surrendering seven runs in his […]

Shane McClanahan Fans Eight In Thursday’s loss

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (9-5) allowed four earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out eight over five innings during Thursday's 4-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox. The southpaw struck out a season-high eight batters and allowed four earned runs for the first time since June 2. All four […]

Wander Franco Exits Thursday’s Loss Early

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco (head) exited Thursday's 4-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox early due to a headache. He went 0-for-2 with a walk before exiting, extending his on-base streak to 33 games. Joey Wendle replaced Franco in the seventh inning. According to manager Kevin Cash, the rookie phenom will be monitored […]

Evan Engram Practices In Full Pads Thursday

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) practiced in full pads on Thursday. He returned to practice for the first time since exiting Sunday's preseason game versus the New England Patriots due to a calf injury. The 27-year-old is trending in the right direction towards suiting up in Week 1 against the Denver Broncos. […]

Darrynton Evans Placed On The Injured Reserve

Tennessee Titans running back Darrynton Evans (knee) was placed on injured reserve Thursday. He will miss at least three games and won't be eligible to return until Week 4. The 23-year-old has had trouble staying on the field and was limited to five games in 2020 due to a hamstring injury. Running back Brian Hill […]

Kenny Golladay Returns To Practice Thursday

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hamstring) returned to practice on Thursday. The 27-year-old was limited to individual drills earlier in training camp as he continues to work his way back from a hamstring injury. "Each day I'm getting better," said Golladay. "I've still got to get my legs underneath me. Hamstrings are tricky. […]

Saquon Barkley “Strong Chance” To Play In Week 1

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) is trending in the right direction and has a "strong chance" to play Week 1 against the Denver Broncos. He continues to make progress from an ACL tear and has participated in full-team drills in training camp. The Giants won't decide until next week, and there is […]

Max Kranick Tagged With The Loss Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Max Kranick (1-3) allowed five earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out over 4 2/3 innings in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox. He was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis ahead of Wednesday's start and struggled in Wednesday's loss. The 24-year-old surrendered a three-run blast to Gavin […]

Anthony Alford Goes Yard On Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Anthony Alford went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox. He took Aaron Bummer deep in the seventh inning to reduce Chicago's lead 5-2. It was his second long ball of the season. Since returning from the injured list on August 24, the Pirates […]

Anthony Miller “Expected To Play At Some Point This Season”

Houston Texans wide receiver Anthony Miller (shoulder) is "expected to play at some point this season," said general manager Nick Caserio. He suffered a dislocated right shoulder during the second game of the preseason against the Green Bay Packers. Miller hauled in 49 catches for 485 yards and two touchdowns over 16 games for the […]

Jamison Crowder Misses Practice, To Be Evaluated Monday

New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (groin) missed practice on Wednesday due to a groin injury. He has a "minor groin tweak" and will be re-evaluated on Monday. The 28-year-old won't practice the rest of the week, and his availability for Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers is in question. Crowder hauled in 59 […]

Corey Clement Signs With The Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys signed free agent running back Corey Clement to a one-year deal on Wednesday. He was recently released by the New York Giants but found a new home in Dallas. The 26-year-old rushed for 86 yards on 18 attempts over three games during the preseason. He logged 21 carries for 75 yards and […]

Brandon Aiyuk Doesn’t Practice Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (hamstring) did not participate in Wednesday's practice. He missed the preseason finale due to a "slight hamstring issue." According to head coach Kyle Shanahan, Aiyuk is expected to be ready for Week 1's matchup against the Detroit Lions. The 23-year-old led the 49ers with 60 catches in his […]

Rashod Bateman, Miles Boykin Placed On The IR

Baltimore Ravens wide receivers Rashod Bateman (groin) and Miles Boykins (hamstring) were placed on the short-term injured reserve Wednesday. Bateman recently underwent groin surgery and won't be eligible to return until Week 4. The 21-year-old reportedly could be out even longer and might need up to eight weeks to fully recover. He is worth stashing […]

Pete Fairbanks Tagged With The Loss

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (3-5) allowed one earned run on three hits while striking out three over one inning during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox. He was tagged with his fifth loss of the season. The 27-year-old entered the game in the ninth inning and surrendered the go-ahead RBI single […]

Drew Rasmussen Throws Four Strong Innings

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen didn't walk anyone and allowed one earned run on three hits while striking out five across four innings during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox. He did not factor into the decision. The 26-year-old limited Boston to one earned run and exited the game after 74 pitches. […]

Wander Franco Homers, Extends On-Base Streak to 32

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Wander Franco went 2-for-4 with a double and a two-run home run during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox. He blasted a two-run shot off Chris Sale in the third inning for the Rays only offense of the game. It was his seventh long ball of the season. The […]

Ketel Marte Collects Three Hits On Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Ketel Marte went 3-for-5 with two runs scored during Wednesday's 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres. The 27-year-old is locked in at the plate right now and has logged a hit in 12 of his last 13 games. Despite missing most of the season due to injuries, Marte continues to produce […]

Pavin Smith Collects Three Hits On Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks' first baseman Pavin Smith went 3-for-4 with an RBI double and two runs scored during Wednesday's 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres. He collected three hits on Wednesday, and it was his first multi-hit effort since August 20. The 25-year-old has had a decent rookie season, slashing .270/.326/.406 with 10 home runs, […]

Luke Weaver Picks Up The Win In Return

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Luke Weaver (3-3) allowed one earned run on four hits while striking out three across six innings during Wednesday's 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres. He didn't walk anyone and picked up his third win of the season. The 28-year-old has been sidelined since May with a shoulder injury and was […]

Josh VanMeter Homers, Drives In Three Runs

Arizona Diamondbacks' second baseman Josh VanMeter went 1-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two walks during Wednesday's 8-3 win over the San Diego Padres. He crushed a two-run shot off Yu Darvish in the fourth inning to give the Diamondbacks a 4-0 lead. He added a bases-loaded walk to drive in three runs […]

Ben Gamel Swipes Bag In Tuesday’s Loss

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Ben Gamel went 1-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base, and a run scored during Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Chicago White Sox. He stole his first bag of the season on Tuesday. The 29-year-old continues to lead off for the Pirates but hasn't done much at the plate with his opportunity. […]

Bryse Wilson Yields Four Runs In Tuesday’s Loss

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Bryse Wilson (2-6) allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out one over five innings during Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Chicago White Sox. He was hurt by the long ball and surrendered solo blasts to Jose Abreu and Yasmani Grandal. The 23-year-old loaded the bases before […]