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 […]

Timmy Jernigan Questionable for Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan (back) is questionable for Week 1 of the 2018 season. Reports on Jernigan's back surgery surfaced this week, but this is the first report of him potentially missing any actual game time. The recovery period for his particular surgery is four to six months, making Jernigan a candidate to […]

Eagles Sign Joe Callahan

The Philadelphia Eagles signed free-agent quarterback Joe Callahan. Waived by the Green Bay Packers a few days earlier, Callahan went through waivers unclaimed. With Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles firmly planted as Carson Wentz's backup, Callahan will be little more than a camp arm for the defending Super Bowl champions.

Jason Witten Officially Retires

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has officially retired from the NFL. His 15-year career comes to an end, as he will join ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast starting this season. Witten had been weighing his options over the past few weeks, deciding between playing another season or trading in his cleats for a suit […]

Eagles Sign Markus Wheaton

The Philadelphia Eagles signed free-agent wide receiver Markus Wheaton to a one-year contract. Wheaton played for the Chicago Bears last season, but injuries limited him to just 11 games. He won't be guaranteed a spot on the Eagles and will need to show well just to make the roster. He's very unlikely to have fantasy […]

Adam Wainwright Throws a Successful Bullpen Session on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Wednesday and said it went very well. He added that he has not spoken to anyone on the team about what would come next, but the veteran right-hander feels like he's ready to return to the rotation. Rookie Jack Flaherty took one […]

Bud Norris Picks Up a Four-Out Save on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris picked up a four-out save on Wednesday, striking out two batters in a perfect 1 1/3 innings of work. Norris was officially named the team's closer earlier in the day, as Greg Holland was removed from the committee-like monster manager Mike Matheny had created. There remains a chance Holland […]

Carlos Martinez Pitches and Hits Well on Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez earned a win, a quality start and hit a home run on Wednesday. It was an overall excellent day for the righty, who tossed 7 1/3 innings of one-run ball, allowing five hits and two walks while striking out five. He also provided a sixth-inning solo home run […]