Gio Gonzalez Feels His Shoulder His 95 Percent

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (shoulder) said that he has done a lot of physical therapy during the quarantine and feels as if he’s around 95%. Gonzalez signed a one-year deal this offseason, but with Michael Kopech (elbow) and Carlos Rodon (elbow) returning from Tommy John surgery, it’s unclear what his role with […]

Kyle Ryan Hasn’t Arrived At Cubs Camp

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kyle Ryan has been absent from the team's camp due to a process-based testing delay. It sounds as though he should join up with the team at Wrigley Field sooner than later. The lefty latched onto a role with the Club last season and was successful with a 3.54 ERA in […]

Yu Darvish Adds Another Pitch

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish has added a new pitch called the "Supreme,” which is a hybrid pitch that combines a two-seam fastball with a splitter. This will be his 10th pitch that he throws. Darvish had a phenomenal second half of 2019 in which the right-hander had 118 strikeouts and only seven walks […]

Dylan Cease Believes He’s Ready For Opening Day

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease said on Monday that he believes he’ll be ready to throw five to six innings when Opening Day arrives. After being one of the top pitching prospects, Cease made his debut in 2019 and recorded 5.79 ERA in 73 innings over 14 starts. Cease was able to record […]

Carlos Rodon Is Ready To Contribute

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (elbow) threw the equivalent of three innings on Sunday against live hitters. Rodon threw 45 pitches and is now fully recovered from the Tommy John surgery he underwent 14 months ago. The injury bug has been the biggest downfall in his career thus far, but Rodon said he […]

Michael Kopech Dealing With Personal Matter

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech (personal) will be away from the team's camp as he deals with a personal matter. White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said that Kopech is healthy, but there is no timetable for his return. Kopech is expected to be with the big league club this season after recovering […]

Jose Quintana To Be Re-Evaluated In Two Weeks

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jose Quintana (thumb) underwent surgery to repair an injury on his left thumb that required five stitches. Quintana will start throwing and be re-evaluated in two weeks. The lefty has had an underwhelming showing in two and a half years as a Cub and owners shouldn’t consider him outside of streaming […]

Brad Wieck Ready To Return

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Brad Wieck (heart) appears ready to go for the Cubs after undergoing a heart procedure in February. Wieck was acquired by the Cubs from the Padres last year and finished with a 5.71 ERA between the two clubs. Wieck pitched better with the Cubs and will compete for a bullpen spot […]

Kris Bryant To Bat First For Cubs

Chicago Cubs manager David Ross has remained committed to batting third baseman Kris Bryant first and first baseman Anthony Rizzo in the two-hole this year. Bryant should see an increase in runs scored and will continue to operate as one of the top slugging third baseman in all formats. Bryant could be a good bargain […]

Andrew Vaughn, Nick Madrigal Part Of White Sox Player Pool

Chicago White Sox first base prospect Andrew Vaughn and second base prospect Nick Madrigal are among the 44 players the White Sox have chosen for their 60-man player pool so far. Madrigal was expected to be with the big league club at some point this year and would be worth a look in all formats. […]

Anthony Rizzo Plans To Play

Jon Heyman of the MLB Network is reporting that Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is planning to play this season. Rizzo is a cancer survivor and falls under the high-risk category for COVID-19. Rizzo could still opt to sit out this season and earn his full paycheck. One of the most consistent bats in […]

White Sox Sign Jared Kelley

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with second-round pick Jared Kelley. The right-handed pitcher was projected to go in first round and was considered a steal for the White Sox. Kelley can throw the ball hard and was paid close to double his slot value to skip college and start his professional career. […]

Cubs Sign Burl Carraway And Two More Draft Picks

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to terms with rookie relief pitcher Burl Carraway on Thursday. Carraway was picked in the second round by the Cubs and is widely considered to be the best relief pitcher in the draft. Many expect Carraway to climb quickly through the minors and be with the Cubs in the near […]

White Sox Expect Michael Kopech To Make Impact In 2020

Chicago White Sox general manager Rick Hahn met with the media on Thursday and said that he believes starting pitcher Michael Kopech could make a “significant impact” this season. Kopech is still considered one of the top pitching prospects and made his debut in 2018, but underwent Tommy John surgery after just four starts. The […]

White Sox Come To Terms With Garrett Crochet

The Chicago White Sox have come to terms with first-rounder Garrett Crochet on Monday. The southpaw will get a $4,547,500 signing bonus. The lefty can hit up to 100 mph and the former Tennessee Volunteer could be on the fast track to the big leagues. Crochet’s biggest battle in college was consistency. The left-hander also had […]

Cubs Cut Carlos Asuaje, Brock Stewart

The Chicago Cubs are in the process of cutting minor league players, and that includes second baseman Carlos Asuaje and relief pitcher Brock Stewart. Asuaje was last in the big leagues with the Padres in 2018 and hit .196 in 79 games. Stewart was taken in the Rule 5 draft and owns a career 6.05 […]

Cubs, Javier Baez Pause Contract Negotiations

The Chicago Cubs and shortstop Javier Baez have put any talk of a contract extension on hold. Baez said that the Cubs and his representatives have had “really good” conversations about an extension for the 27-year-old. Baez mentioned that he is very happy in Chicago and how special it would be to wear one uniform […]

Carlos Rodon Could Return In June

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (elbow) has benefited from the delayed start to the 2020 season and said returning to pitch in June “is realistic.” Rodon is recovering from Tommy John surgery after making just seven starts in 2019. Rodon has seemed to be having a positive recovery and the extra time off […]

Michael Kopech Optioned

The Chicago White Sox have optioned starting pitcher Michael Kopech to Triple-A Charlotte. Kopech is recovering from Tommy John surgery, but showed great command earlier this spring. With the White Sox hoping to compete this year, Kopech shouldn’t be in the minors for too long. Kopech has high upside, but is likely to be on […]

Edwin Encarnacion Sidelined With Hip Injury

Chicago White Sox first baseman/designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (hip) will be sidelined with a sore right hip. Encarnacion has already dealt with a back issue in camp and is expected back in a couple of days. The injuries are a bit of concern, but if Encarnacion can stay healthy, he is a good source of […]

Michael Kopech Shines In Return

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech (elbow) showed great velocity in his return to the mound on Tuesday. Kopech, 23, is returning from Tommy John surgery, but looked stellar on Tuesday. Throwing 11 pitches, Kopech hit over 100 mph on six of them. Kopech was one of the top pitching prospects before being injured and […]

Nick Madrigal Exits Early On Monday

Chicago White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal (head) exited Monday’s contest early with a head injury. Madrigal was playing defense and dove for a grounder that hit off of his head. Madrigal was diagnosed with a bruise above his left eyebrow, but the good news is that he didn’t show any signs of a concussion. […]

Yu Darvish Scheduled To Throw Simulated Game On Friday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (illness) will throw three innings during a simulated game on Friday. Darvish was supposed to pitch Thursday, but was scratched with the flu. Darvish finished 2019 strong and has top-20 potential heading into 2020.

White Sox Extend Yoan Moncada

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada has agreed to a five-year extension to remain with the club. The new deal could potentially buy out two years of free agency. Moncada, 24, was once the top prospect in baseball and is coming off of a breakout 2019 season. The White Sox strong offseason continues and […]

Anthony Rizzo Scratched With Blister

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (finger) has been scratched from Thursday’s lineup with a blister on his right middle finger. Rizzo should be considered day-to-day for now. Rizzo is ranked 40th overall by RotoBaller and is a safe pick in between rounds four and five in upcoming drafts. He might miss a few days […]

Yasmani Grandal Returns

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (calf) is expected to catch a few innings on Friday versus the Cubs. Grandal had been sidelined with a strained left calf and caught three innings in a “B” game and had two plate appearances on Wednesday versus the Reds. Grandal should be one of the first catchers off […]

Edwin Encarnacion Returns To Lineup On Tuesday

Chicago White Sox first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (back) will return to action on Tuesday. Encarnacion was removed prior to last Thursday’s contest with back stiffness. Manager Rick Renteria said that his removal from the lineup was precautionary and it’s a good sign to see the 37 year-old back in the lineup. Encarnacion will help owners […]

Lucas Giolito To Make Debut On Friday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lucas Giolito (chest) is scheduled to make his Cactus League debut Friday against the Cubs. Giolito suffered a chest strain early in spring training and has been making positives steps since. Giolito is looking to build off of an impressive 2019 breakout campaign and should be a strong number two […]

Yasmani Grandal Progressing

Chicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (calf) said he is progressing and has been hitting and catching live batting practice. Grandal is still not ready Cactus League action and said it is more mental than anything in regards to returning. Grandal was a big pickup for the White Sox this offseason and should be one […]

Tim Anderson Out With Illness

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson (flu) will be absent from Friday’s contest with a stomach virus. Anderson is day-to-day and should be back with the club when he feels better. Anderson is ranked number 88 by RotoBaller for mixed leagues and is coming off of his best year in the big leagues. Anderson offers […]