Ryan Sherriff Optioned to Triple-A Memphis

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Ryan Sherriff was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday. Sherriff was just activated from the disabled list over the weekend, allowing three runs in three innings of work. After a 30-pitch outing by Sherriff on Monday, the Cardinals needed a fresh arm in the bullpen, so Sherriff goes down and […]

John Brebbia Back in the Cardinals Bullpen

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher John Brebbia was called back up to join the Cardinals big league bullpen on Tuesday. Brebbia has been up and down several times already this season, as the Cardinals seem to be using a bullpen spot as a revolving door to get fresh arms in and tired arms out. Brebbia […]

Kolten Wong Not in Tuesday's Starting Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Kolten Wong is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. It's a routine day off for Wong, who will be replaced at second base by Matt Carpenter. Greg Garcia will take Carpenter's usual spot at third base. Wong is off to a slow start this […]

Tommy Pham Out of the Lineup Again for Tuesday's Game

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) remains out of the lineup for a third straight game on Tuesday. He's been available off the bench as a pinch hitter, so the injury isn't a huge concern, and Pham should be back in the starting lineup within the next few days. Harrison Bader will get at […]

Adam Wainwright on Schedule to Start on Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow) is on schedule to start Saturday's game against the Padres in San Diego. Wainwright has been on the disabled list twice already this season, the first time due to a hamstring injury and this time thanks to an elbow issue. Neither injury was a particularly significant one, […]

Harrison Bader Reaches Base Twice on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader reached base twice on Monday, recording a base hit and a walk. Bader was starting in center field and batting second in Tommy Pham's place. Bader has been playing a bit more recently due to injuries to a couple of Cardinals outfielders. He'd be a potentially solid fantasy piece […]

Paul DeJong Serves as the Cardinals Offense on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong recorded three hits on Monday, a double and two singles. In a game where the Cardinals only recorded four hits total, DeJong served as 75% of the offense. Despite some concerning swing-and-miss tendencies, DeJong is hitting .258 with an .833 OPS in the early going.

John Gant Struggles a Bit on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher John Gant struggled in his start on Monday, allowing four runs on six hits and two walks in 5 1/3 innings. He struck out five but took the loss, evening his record at 1-1. This was more or less a spot start for Gant, who will either move back into […]

Bud Norris Still Unavailable on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris (triceps) was still unavailable for Monday's game. He's dealing with triceps soreness in his throwing arm and is currently undergoing treatment. Norris and the Cardinals both expect him to be ready to get back on the mound by the end of the week. In the meantime, manager Mike Matheny […]

Adam Wainwright Pitches Well in a Rehab Assignment

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow) pitched well in a rehab assignment on Monday, tossing five scoreless innings for the Double-A Springfield Cardinals. The veteran righty gave up just two hits and struck out two without issuing a walk. Wainwright's next turn in the big league rotation would come this weekend in San […]

Tommy Pham Out of the Starting Lineup for Monday's Game

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) is out of the starting lineup again for Monday's game against the Twins. Pham aggravated a groin injury over the weekend and did not start Sunday's game either. He was able to pinch hit, though, which likely means the injury is not particularly serious. Pham is day-to-day but […]

Cody Allen Blows a Save and Takes a Loss on Sunday

Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen struggled on Sunday, blowing a save and taking a loss. He allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while getting only two outs. It was his first blown save and first loss of the season, but Allen has allowed at least one run in three of his last […]

Mike Clevinger Pitches Well on Sunday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger had a strong outing on Sunday, allowing two runs on just one hit, but four walks. He struck out 10 in his 7 1/3 innings. Clevinger was excellent in the first six innings, but lost his control a bit in the seventh and couldn't finish out the inning. He's […]

Carson Wentz Says His Goal is to Be Ready for Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz said that his goal is to be ready for Week 1 of the 2018 season. Wentz tore his ACL in December, but everything has gone well in his rehab from surgery and the young quarterback seems to be healing well. Despite Eagles coaches implying or outright stating that they'd like […]

Alexi Ogando Called Up to Join the Indians

The Cleveland Indians called up relief pitcher Alexi Ogando from Triple-A Columbus on Friday. Ogando signed a minor league contract with Cleveland in December and posted strong numbers in Triple-A, earning his promotion. In 18 2/3 innings across four Triple-A starts, Ogando posted a 2.89 ERA with a 14:6 strikeout-to-walk ratio. Even though he was […]

Giovanny Urshela Designated for Assignment on Friday

Cleveland Indians infielder Giovanny Urshela was designated for assignment on Friday. The 26-year-old utility infielder made appearances at first, second, third, and shortstop last season. He was expected to make the team out of Spring Training, but a hamstring injury kept him off the Opening Day roster. He was hitting well in Triple-A, slashing .324/.405/.432, […]

Jeff Beliveau Designated for Assignment on Friday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Jeff Beliveau was designated for assignment on Friday. Beliveau appeared in five games for Cleveland, pitching 3 1/3 innings while allowing four runs on five hits and four walks. The 31-year-old lefty will likely clear waivers and report to Triple-A Columbus.

Alex Reyes Strong in First Game Action After Tommy John Surgery

St. Louis Cardinals right-handed starting pitcher Alex Reyes (elbow) reportedly looked strong in an extended spring training outing, tossing three innings for the Cardinals at Port St. Lucie. It was Reyes' first real game action since his Tommy John Surgery and a huge step in his recovery. Assuming things continue to progress well, Reyes should […]

Cowboys to Take a Committee Approach at Tight End

The Dallas Cowboys will be using a committee approach at tight end this season. With 15-year veteran Jason Witten retiring from football to join the broadcast booth, the Cowboys are left without a legitimate starting tight end for the first time in 15 seasons. Geoff Swaim, Blake Jarwin, Rico Gathers and fourth-round pick Dalton Schultz […]

Jose Ramirez Drives in Three Runs in Game 2 of Thursday's Doubleheader

Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez finished Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBI. Ramirez missed Wednesday's game due to soreness in his groin and hip, but he looked just fine on Thursday. After starting the season unable to get a hit if his life depended on it, Ramirez has […]

Adam Plutko Pitches Well in a Spot Start

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Adam Plutko pitched well in Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader, tossing 7 1/3 innings of three-run ball, allowing six hits without walking a batter. He struck out six in what was his first big league appearance since 2016 and only the third one of his career. Plutko pitched well, but his […]

Evan Marshall Called Up to Join the Cleveland Bullpen

The Cleveland Indians called up relief pitcher Even Marshall to join the bullpen. He had his contract purchased from Triple-A Columbus and needed to be added to the 40-man roster, which Cleveland was able to do by transferring Danny Salazar (shoulder) to the 60-day disabled list. Marshall has been excellent in Triple-A this season, posting […]

Danny Salazar Transferred to the 60-Day Disabled List

Cleveland Indians pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Salazar has been dealing with rotator cuff inflammation since Spring Training and wasn't going to be back until at least June anyway. The move to the 60-day DL was merely procedural, as Cleveland needed a 40-man roster spot to call up Evan […]

Eagles Pick Up Doug Pederson's Option

The Philadelphia Eagles have exercised coach Doug Pederson's contract option, which now means he is signed through 2020. The original four-year contract becomes a five-year contract with the option picked up. After leading the Eagles to their first Super Bowl win, the option was a no-brainer. Pederson is a candidate for a big-time extension within […]

MLB Closers and Saves Targets for Week 6

It was quite an eventful week in bullpens across the league as some bullpens got a shot in the arm while others got a punch in the face. A closer landed on the disabled list, someone set a record by striking out all eight batters he faced, and we finally got some clarity from a […]

Carlos Carrasco Struggles in Game 1 of Thursday's Doubleheader

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco struggled in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays. He pitched 5 1/3 innings, coughing up six runs on nine hits and three walks. He struck out seven, tossing 71 of his 113 pitches for strikes. The outing bumped Carrasco's ERA up to 3.95. It was […]

Andrew Miller Could Return on Sunday

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller (hamstring) could rejoin the team on Sunday, the first day he's eligible. Miller is with the team in New York for the weekend series and will throw a bullpen session on Friday. Assuming that goes well, he should be activated off the disabled list on Sunday. He'll immediately go […]

Cowboys Are Excited About Blake Jarwin

The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly excited about second-year tight end Blake Jarwin. With the somewhat sudden news of Jason Witten retiring after 15 seasons, the Cowboys are in the unfamiliar position of not knowing who to throw out as a tight end. Rico Gathers missed all of last season with a concussion but could be […]

Adam Plutko Called Up to Start Game 2 Thursday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Adam Plutko was called up from Triple-A Columbus on Thursday and will start Game 2 of the doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays. Plutko has put up strong numbers in Triple-A this season, posting a 2.35 ERA in 30 2/3 innings, but he doesn't offer the kind of upside to be […]

Jose Ramirez Returns to the Starting Lineup on Thursday

Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez (hip, groin) is back in the starting lineup for Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader. Ramirez missed Wednesday's game due to soreness in his right hip and groin, but manager Terry Francona said it was not a serious concern. It seems he was telling the truth, as Ramirez is back in […]