Luis Castillo Won't Pitch In World Baseball Classic

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo will not be pitching for the Dominican Republic in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, according to president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto. "It's a choice that we made together," Dipoto said. The 30-year-old right-hander was a huge asset for the Mariners in the second half of last season after […]

Diego Castillo Loses Arbitration Case

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Diego Castillo lost his salary arbitration case against the team on Wednesday, according to a source. Castillo will make $2.95 million in 2023, instead of the $3.225 million he filed for. In his first full season with the Mariners in 2022, Castillo went 7-3 with a 3.64 ERA (3.68 FIP), 1.14 […]

Khalil Lee Accused Of Assault

The ex-girlfriend of New York Mets outfielder Khalil Lee is alleging that Lee physically and verbally abused her in Syracuse last year. The 24-year-old Lee is named in a warrant issued for criminal obstruction of breath, a charge often associated with domestic incidents. Keriwyn Hill alleges that Lee assaulted her on May 7, 2022, by […]

Reds Sign Jason Vosler To Minor-League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds signed infielder/outfielder Jason Vosler to a minor-league deal on Wednesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Vosler signed with the Seattle Mariners late last month but was granted his release last weekend in order to join the Reds. The 29-year-old played in 36 games for the San Francisco Giants in […]

Tua Tagovailoa Clears The Concussion Protocol

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) has cleared the league's concussion protocol, according to sources. He met with several medical professionals in the process, and they are confident that he'll be 100 percent when the time comes for football this offseason. Tagovailoa suffered his second concussion of 2022 on Christmas Day and missed the rest […]

Cowboys Open To Extension For Dak Prescott

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that the team is committed to quarterback Dak Prescott long term and are open to extending his contract. Prescott is currently under contract with the Cowboys through the 2026 season, but the Cowboys aren't ruling out extending him further this offseason. The bottom line is that Prescott […]

Commanders To Interview Anthony Lynn For OC Job

The Washington Commanders will interview San Francisco 49ers assistant head coach/running backs coach Anthony Lynn for their vacant offensive coordinator position on Wednesday. Lynn was the Los Angeles Chargers' head coach from 2017 to 2020 and went 33-31 in his four seasons there. He has served as an offensive coordinator twice -- for the Detroit […]

Giants Want To Re-Sign Daniel Jones

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen said contract negotiations haven't started yet with impending free-agent quarterback Daniel Jones, but also said, "we want Daniel back." If the Giants want Jones back, they're going to have to pay a decent price after the 25-year-old had the most impressive season of his young career in 2022 […]

Devin McCourty Recovering From Shoulder Surgery

New England Patriots safety Devin McCourty (shoulder) is recovering from shoulder surgery this offseason, according to league sources. Despite his shoulder injury, McCourty was an iron man, playing 97.2 percent of the team's defensive snaps in 2022. The 35-year-old veteran has been with New England his entire career and just finished his 13th NFL season. […]

49ers Sign Dazz Newsome, Tay Martin To Futures Deals

The San Francisco 49ers signed wide receivers Dazz Newsome and Tay Martin, defensive lineman Alex Barrett, offensive linemen Alfredo Gutierrez, Keith Ismael, Jason Poe and Leroy Watson, safety Tayler Hawkins, defensive back Qwuantrezz Knight and linebacker Curtis Robinson to Reserve/Futures deals on Tuesday. Newsome, 23, joined the team's practice squad in November after he was […]

Roschon Johnson Breaks His Hand At Senior Bowl

Texas running back Roschon Johnson (hand) broke a bone in his hand at the beginning of practice during an impressive first day at the Senior Bowl on Tuesday, according to a source. Johnson played through the injury, but he is unlikely to be able to participate for the rest of the week. He is a […]

Bears Sticking With Justin Fields; Set To Trade First Pick?

The Chicago Bears have decided to move forward with quarterback Justin Fields as their franchise signal-caller and will attempt to trade the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft instead of drafting a QB prospect. Fields impressed the organization with how he played and handled the 2022 season in just his second NFL campaign. […]

Texans Request To Interview Bobby Slowik For OC Job

The Houston Texans have requested permission to interview San Francisco 49ers passing-game coordinator Bobby Slowik for their vacant offensive coordinator position under new head coach DeMeco Ryans, according to a source. Slowik is an impressive young coach and is another branch of the Kyle Shanahan tree in San Fran. The 35-year-old started his coaching career […]

Dave Canales A Finalist For Ravens OC Position

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks coach Dave Canales will receive a second interview for the Baltimore Ravens' offensive coordinator position, according to a source. Canales has emerged as front-runner to replace Greg Roman as Baltimore's offensive coordinator in 2023. The 41-year-old was instrumental in Geno Smith's Pro Bowl campaign in 2022 with Seattle. With quarterback Lamar Jackson […]

49ers Request To Interview Chris Harris For DC Job

The San Francisco 49ers requested permission to interview Tennessee Titans defensive pass-game coordinator Chris Harris for their open defensive coordinator position. Harris coached the Washington Commanders' defensive backs last year and was expected to join the Tennessee Titans as their defensive pass-game coordinator, but nothing is official yet. The 49ers need a new defensive coordinator […]

49ers Request Permission To Interview Steve Wilks

The San Francisco 49ers requested permission to speak to former Carolina Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks for their defensive coordinator position, according to a source. Carolina hired Frank Reich as their new head coach last week, but Wilks is still under contract with the Panthers. The Niners need a new D coordinator after DeMeco […]

Dodgers Sign Matt Andriese To Minor-League Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed free-agent right-hander Matt Andriese to a minor-league deal on Tuesday. Andriese had a strong 2.86 ERA in 63 innings pitched for the Yomiuri Giants in Japan last year and will return to the States hoping to win an Opening Day roster spot with LA. The 33-year-old was more of a […]

Rays Finalize Three-Year Extension With Yandy Diaz

The Tampa Bay Rays finalized a three-year, $24 million contract extension with infielder Yandy Diaz on Tuesday. Diaz will earn $6 million in 2023, $8 million in 2024 and $10 million in 2025. The Rays will also have a $12 million option for 2026 that doesn't include a buyout. The 31-year-old Cuban corner infielder should […]

Nationals Sign Wily Peralta To Minor-League Deal

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent right-hander Wily Peralta to a minor-league deal on Tuesday that includes an invite to major-league spring training. Peralta was strong for the Detroit Tigers in 28 relief appearances last year, posting a 2.58 ERA (4.08 FIP), 1.51 WHIP, 24 walks and 32 strikeouts in 38 1/3 innings pitched. He was […]

Diamondbacks Sign Yairo Munoz To Minor-League Deal

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed free-agent second baseman Yairo Munoz to a minor-league deal on Monday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Munoz was with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2022 and played in 29 major-league games, going 12-for-57 (.211) with three home runs, seven RBI, seven runs scored and one stolen base. The 28-year-old […]

Jandel Gustave Agrees To Minor-League Deal With Arizona

Free-agent relief pitcher Jandel Gustave agreed to a minor-league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training, according to a source. Gustave had a 3.86 ERA in 27 appearances for the Milwaukee Brewers last season. The 30-year-old Dominican right-hander has five years of major-league experience with the Brewers, […]

Braves Sign Adeiny Hechavarria, Among Others

The Atlanta Braves signed free-agent infielder Adeiny Hechavarria to a minor-league deal on Monday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. The Braves also signed right-handers Daniel Martinez, Nolan Martinez, Zach Mort and Jon Olczack, left-handers Brian Moran and Domingo Robles and outfielders Kevin Pillar, Magneuris Sierra and Forrest Wall. The 33-year-old Hechavarria spent […]

White Sox Claim A.J. Alexy Off Waivers From Twins

The Chicago White Sox claimed reliever A.J. Alexy off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Alexy had recently been designated assignment by the Twins in order to make room for recently acquired outfielder Michael Taylor. The 24-year-old right-hander allowed nine earned runs on 10 hits while walking nine and striking out six in just […]

Tigers Sign Jonathan Davis To Minor-League Deal

The Detroit Tigers signed free-agent center fielder Jonathan Davis to a minor-league deal on Monday. The deal includes an invite to big-league spring camp. The 30-year-old has played in 171 games in parts of five major-league seasons for three teams. He hit .224 with a .344 on-base percentage in 37 games with the Milwaukee Brewers […]

Roberto Perez Signs With Giants

Free-agent catcher Roberto Perez signed an undisclosed deal with the San Francisco Giants over the weekend, according to a source. Perez only played in 21 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2022 and hit .233/.333/.367 with a .700 OPS, two home runs, eight RBI and eight runs scored. The 34-year-old suffered a season-ending torn right […]

Mariners Release Jason Vosler

The Seattle Mariners released third baseman Jason Vosler over the weekend. The 29-year-old infielder only spent 10 days with the organization, but he may have other opportunities. Vosler played in 36 games for the Giants in 2022 and hit .265/.342/.469 with an .812 OPS, four home runs, 12 RBI, 14 runs scored and a stolen […]

Giants Sign Joe Ross To Minor-League Deal

The San Francisco Giants signed free-agent right-hander and Oakland native Joe Ross (elbow) to a minor-league deal on Monday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Ross underwent Tommy John surgery for the second time last May and is not expected to be ready for the start of the 2023 season. He opted out […]

Francisco Alvarez Not A Candidate For DH Role

While the New York Mets' designated hitter role is undefined heading into spring training, general manager Billy Eppler said that catching prospect Francisco Alvarez is not a candidate. As things stand now, the Mets will head into spring training with a DH platoon of Daniel Vogelbach and Darin Ruf. But Eppler won't commit to that […]

Jets Sign Diontae Spencer To Futures Deal

The New York Jets signed wide receiver/kick returner Diontae Spencer to a Reserve/Futures deal on Tuesday. Spencer spent some time on the Jets' practice squad in 2022 but never made it to the active roster on game day. The 30-year-old went undrafted out of McNeese State in 2019 and spent his first three seasons in […]

Trey Lance Says He'll Be 100% For OTAs

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (ankle, leg) said he's three to four weeks from being fully cleared for practice and said he'll be 100 percent healthy for organized team activities this offseason. Lance fractured his fibula and sustained ligament damage in his right ankle in Week 2 and didn't play again the rest of […]