Amari Cooper Plays 13 Snaps On Saturday

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper was able to play 13 snaps in Saturday's preseason game. Cooper had been activated from the PUP list just over a week earlier, so it was a good sign that the Cowboys felt safe having him out there in a meaningless contest. Cooper was not targeted in the game […]

Jake Elliott Back At Practice On Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott (ankle) is back at Eagles practice in full pads on Sunday. Elliott missed Thursday's preseason game against the New England Patriots due to an ankle injury, but he is no longer listed on the injury report and should be good to kick for Friday's final Eagles preseason game. Assuming no […]

Jalen Hurts Back In Practice On Sunday

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (illness) returned to practice on Sunday. Hurts had to go to the hospital right before the Eagles preseason game against the New England Patriots on Thursday. He was experiencing severe abdominal pain and was eventually diagnosed with a stomach infection. A few days of rest allowed him to feel well […]

Paul Goldschmidt Homers On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt hit a home run and a double in Sunday's win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. "Goldy" went 2-for-4, scoring twice and driving in a run. The home run was his 19th of the season and the RBI on the solo shot gives him 71 on the year. He's hitting […]

Alex Reyes Saves His 28th Game On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Alex Reyes picked up his 28th save of the season in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Reyes came in to pitch the ninth inning with a three run lead and escaped with a scoreless inning despite giving up two hits among his 13 pitches (10 strikes). Reyes has had […]

Adam Wainwright Pitches Well Again On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright was outstanding again on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He tossed eight scoreless innings, allowing just two hits without issuing a walk and striking out nine. The veteran righty earned the win with his strong effort, improving to 12-7 and lowering his ERA to 3.10. 2020 and 2021 […]

Sandy Alcantara Strikes Out 11 On Sunday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara was outstanding in Sunday's start against the Cincinnati Reds. He pitched seven innings, allowing just two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out a career-high 11. Despite the excellent effort, the Marlins ace took his 12th loss, dropping to 7-12 on the season. He's rarely received […]

Cooper Rush Throws Two Touchdown Passes On Saturday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush threw two touchdowns in Saturday's preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Rush completed 10 of his 12 pass attempts for 97 yards and the two touchdowns, also contributing seven yards on the ground on his lone rushing attempt. Rush's scores went to Cedrick Wilson and Tony Pollard, and he was […]

Ben DiNucci Throws Three Picks On Saturday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Ben DiNucci threw three interceptions in Saturday's preseason game against the Houston Texans. It was a rough one for DiNucci, who attempted 19 passes, completing 14 to his teammates and three to Texans defenders. He only threw two passes that ended up incomplete, so that's...something? DiNucci threw for 120 yards and took […]

J.A. Happ Pitches Very Well On Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher J.A. Happ was very good in Saturday's start against the Pittsburgh Pirates, picking up a quality start despite a Cardinals loss. Happ went six innings, allowing two runs on six hits and a walk while striking out eight. It was Happ's best performance as a Cardinal, but he's still the […]

Anthony Bender Struggles On Saturday

Miami Marlins rookie relief pitcher Anthony Bender struggled on Saturday, getting through one inning but not before allowing four runs on three hits and two walks. Despite allowing all that, Bender threw just 18 pitches, nine for strikes. He took the loss in the game, dropping his record to an even 2-2 and lifting his […]

Zach Thompson Pitches Five Good Innings On Saturday

Miami Marlins rookie starting pitcher Zach Thompson pitched well on Saturday but was pulled after five innings. In those five innings, he allowed just two runs on three hits and one walk, striking out three. Thompson threw just 73 pitches (48 strikes) and was throwing well before being lifted for no real reason except that […]

Lars Nootbar Gets Three Hits On Friday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbar got three hits in Friday's loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Cardinals somehow had 10 hits but got shut out in this one, including Nootbar's three singles. He ended up 3-for-4 and is now batting .269 with an .850 OPS. Nootbar has had some good swings this year, and […]

Miles Mikolas Returns With Five Solid Innings

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (shoulder) returned from the injured list to make Friday's start and pitched well. He went five innings, allowing two runs (zero earned) on two hits and two walks while striking out five. Mikolas had only pitched in one game this season and spent most of the time dealing […]

Jazz Chisholm Drives In Three Runs Friday

Miami Marlins rookie infielder Jazz Chisholm had a strong offensive performance in Friday's loss to the Cincinnati Reds. Chisholm went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a run scored. He also stole a base. Jazz hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning, his 14th of the season, and added a single as well. The exciting […]

Elieser Hernandez Struggles On Friday

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez struggled in Friday's start against the Cincinnati Reds. He lasted just 4 2/3 innings, allowing five runs (four earned) on five hits and two walks, while striking out six. He allowed two home runs, including two in a three-run fifth inning. Hernandez is likely still getting comfortable after spending […]

DeVonta Smith Debuts With Two Catches On Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver DeVonta Smith made his NFL debut (in a preseason game) on Thursday evening against the New England Patriots. Smith ended up catching two passes on four targets, gaining 19 yards. He dropped his first two targets, perhaps not making the best first impression, but then again they were passes from […]

Miles Mikolas Back And Starting On Friday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (shoulder) will be activated from the injured list to make the start on Friday. Mikolas has only pitched once this season due to a variety of arm troubles first in his forearm and then in his shoulder. He's back for a rotation that desperately needs him, as the […]

Closers and Saves Report - Week 21 Waiver Wire

Since we last spoke, Closers and Saves Report readers, a former relief pitcher threw a no-hitter in his first major league start. That was pretty cool. Bullpens did things too. Closers came back from injuries, new committees formed, old committees closed as one guy took over, and so on. But that no-hitter though... We also […]

Lewis Brinson Out Of The Lineup On Thursday

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's series-opener against the Cincinnati Reds. Brinson was absolutely on fire but has cooled down noticeably since Don Mattingly returned to the team and got back to his old tricks. While bench coach James Rowson was managing the team, Brinson hit fourth and […]

Alex Reyes Takes His Sixth Loss On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Alex Reyes had another blowup outing on Wednesday, blowing the save and taking his sixth loss of the season. Reyes pitched two innings, allowing four runs (one earned) on three hits. He did not issue a walk and struck out three, allowing a home run. It wasn't a bad outing for […]

Jack Flaherty Pitches Well Again On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty pitched well again on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, picking up a quality start. Flaherty went six innings, allowing just two runs on four hits and one walk while striking out eight. Both runs he allowed came on solo home runs, and he ended up without a decision […]

Jesus Luzardo Struggles Again On Wednesday Night

Miami Marlin starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo struggled again in Wednesday's start against the Atlanta Braves. Luzardo went just three innings, allowing four runs on four hits and five walks, striking out four. The lefty threw 74 pitches, only 42 strikes. He clearly has excellent stuff, but if he can't throw strikes, it won't matter. Luzardo […]

Dak Prescott Limited But Participating In Practice On Wednesday

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice. Prescott was reportedly "throwing, but gradually" as he continues to recover from a shoulder strain. Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy stated that it was "fair to say" that Dak won't play in the Cowboys second preseason game. It's unlikely the Dallas signal caller sees any […]

Tyree Jackson Fractures A Bone In His Back

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Tyree Jackson (back) suffered a fractured bone in his back after landing hard following a leap into the air during a joint practice with the New England Patriots on Tuesday. The Eagles are describing the injury as a "non-surgical" issue, with an expected recovery time of 8-10 weeks. It's a tough […]

J.J. Arcega-Whiteside Could Have A Role On Offense

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside has reportedly been impressive in practices and could possibly make "a late push" according to beat writer Tim McManus of ESPN. Arcega-Whiteside caught two touchdowns from Joe Flacco in a group practice with the New England Patriots and has been working out of the slot in many offensive formations. […]

Adam Wainwright Loses Despite A Quality Start

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright pitched well again on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, but took a loss despite a quality start. The veteran hurler went six innings, allowing just two runs on nine hits and two walks, striking out four. Wainwright allowed plenty of base runners throughout the game, but was mostly […]

Sandy Alcantara Allows One Run In A Loss

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara took a tough loss in Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Alcantara pitched eight innings, allowing just one run on five hits and a walk with seven strikeouts. He was cruising all day and was through seven scoreless innings before Marlins manager Don Mattingly made yet another mistake managing […]

DeVonta Smith Will Participate In Drills On Tuesday

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver DeVonta Smith (knee) will participate in team drills in Tuesday's practice according to head coach Nick Sirianni. Smith hasn't been on the field in two weeks due to an MCL injury, so this is a great sign with enough time until Week 1 for Smith to recover assuming no further […]

Tyler O'Neill Hits His 20th Home Run On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill hit his 20th home run of the season on Sunday in a win over the Kansas City Royals. O'Neill went 1-for-4 with the home run and also added a walk. He's been in the cleanup spot for the Cardinals and has been a solid run producer all season. He's […]