Bryce Harper To Start Swinging Around End Of March

Philadelphia Phillies general manager Dave Dombrowski said that outfielder Bryce Harper's (elbow) rehab has been going well and that Harper should start swinging a bat around the end of March. Dombrowski also said that Harper should be back in the lineup right around the All-Star game, which fits with the original timeline that the Phillies […]

Adam Warren Retires After Eight-Year Career

Right-handed pitcher Adam Warren announced his retirement from professional baseball on Wednesday after eight seasons. Warren last pitched in the majors with the San Diego Padres in 2019 and hadn't pitched since due to a shoulder injury and Tommy John surgery. The 35-year-old began his MLB career in 2012 with the New York Yankees and […]

David Phelps Announces Retirement

Right-handed pitcher David Phelps officially announced his retirement from professional baseball. The 36-year-old reliever spent 10 years in the big leagues, three each with the New York Yankees, Miami Marlins and Toronto Blue Jays. He finished up the 2022 season in Toronto with a strong 2.83 ERA (3.16 FIP), 1.30 WHIP, one save, 31 walks […]

Max Meyer To Start Throwing Soon

Miami Marlins right-hander Max Meyer (elbow) said that he will "start getting ready to throw here soon in a couple weeks." Meyer underwent Tommy John surgery last August after making his first two major-league starts in 2022. A return late in the 2023 season can't be ruled out, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect the 23-year-old […]

Marlins Designate Daniel Castano For Assignment

The Miami Marlins designated left-hander Daniel Castano for assignment on Thursday to make room on the 40-man roster for the recently signed Johnny Cueto. The 2022 season was a tough one for Castano, as he suffered a concussion and also had a small labrum tear in his left shoulder in September. He ended up making […]

Raimel Tapia Signs Minor-League Deal With Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox signed free-agent outfielder Raimel Tapia to a minor-league deal on Thursday. The 28-year-old will be invited to major-league spring training. In 128 games for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2022, Tapia slashed .265/.292/.380 with a .672 OPS, seven home runs, 52 RBI, 47 runs scored and eight stolen bases in 433 […]

Shawn Jefferson To Interview For Patriots OC Job

Arizona Cardinals associate head coach and wide receivers coach Shawn Jefferson will interview for the New England Patriots' opening at offensive coordinator on Friday, according to a league source. Jefferson has been with the Cardinals for the last two seasons as their receivers coach, and he's also coached with the Detroit Lions, Tennessee Titans, Miami […]

Lane Johnson Expected To Play In Divisional Round

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said that the team expects offensive tackle Lane Johnson (groin) to play in the Divisional Round on Saturday night against the New York Giants. "We feel good about it," Sirianni said. Johnson suffered a torn groin in Week 16 and has been recovering ever since. While the 32-year-old All-Pro […]

Wes Phillips To Stay With Vikings

The Los Angeles Chargers requested to speak with Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips about their open offensive coordinator position, but Phillips plans to stay in Minnesota, according to sources. He is highly valued in Minnesota, and the Vikings are building something that he wants to see through. The Chargers are looking for a new […]

Commanders To Interview Charles London For OC Job

The Washington Commanders will interview Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Charles London for their open offensive coordinator position. London joined the Falcons in 2021 and has 13 seasons of coaching experience in the NFL, starting as an offensive quality control coach for the Chicago Bears in 2007. He has also spent time with the Tennessee Titans […]

Buccaneers Fire Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers officially fired offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich on Thursday. The team is making sweeping changes to their coaching staff following an 8-9 regular season and wild-card loss to the Dallas Cowboys. As many as five offensive assistants and two on defense are expected to be fired in addition to Leftwich. Leftwich began […]

Rams Fire Five Coaches

The Los Angeles Rams will have head coach Sean McVay back in 2023, but on Wednesday they fired offensive line coach Kevin Carberry, special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis, defensive backs coach Jonathan Cooley, assistant defensive line coach Skyler Jones and defensive assistant Lance Schulters, according to a source. The Rams were fully expected to make […]

Panthers Interview Ejiro Evero Wednesday

The Carolina Panthers announced on Wednesday that they completed their interview with Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero for their head-coaching position. The Panthers have also interviewed Shane Steichen, Frank Reich, Steve Wilks and Jim Caldwell for the position, and they have an interview set up with Ken Dorsey this Saturday. Carolina is also looking […]

Sean Payton Looking For $20-25 Million

Former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton is believed to be seeking $20-25 million per year on a four-year deal in contract negotiations with interested teams. On top of that, any team interested in hiring him as their next head coach will likely have to give up multiple first-round picks in order to land […]

Matt Canada Expected To Return To Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have no plans to replace offensive coordinator Matt Canada and he is expected to return to head coach Mike Tomlin's coaching staff in 2023, according to sources. Canada will return for his third season as the offensive coordinator despite public outcry to fire him and several rumors about his coaching status. The […]

Tanner Houck Generating Significant Trade Interest

Boston Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck has generated significant trade interest this offseason, according to a baseball source. The Red Sox are open to listening on their young starters because any significant trade would likely force the team to part with some of its pitching depth. If Houck stays in Boston, he projects as a […]

Rays Sign Zack Burdi To Minor-League Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays signed free-agent right-handers Zack Burdi, Ben Heller and Heath Hembree to minor-league deals on Wednesday that include invites to major-league spring training. Burdi was once an intriguing relief prospect in the Chicago White Sox's organization, but injuries have held him back the last several years. The 27-year-old has only thrown 17 […]

Alex Kirilloff Taking Swings

Minnesota Twins first baseman/outfielder Alex Kirilloff (wrist) has been taking full swings while working out this offseason and is expected to be ready to go for the start of spring training after needing season-ending surgery in 2022 to fix a ligament tear in his right wrist. The 25-year-old former first-round pick has only been able […]

Enrique Hernandez Moving To Middle-Infield Role

Boston Red Sox infielder/outfielder Enrique Hernandez has started in center field for the team for the last two seasons, but he will be moving to a middle infield spot to begin the 2023 season with Xander Bogaerts now in San Diego and Trevor Story (elbow) injured. Boston signed outfielder Adam Duvall on Wednesday, and he […]

Elvin Rodriguez Signs With Rays

Former Detroit Tigers pitcher Elvin Rodriguez signed a minor-league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training, according to a source. The 24-year-old had a 3.22 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, eight walks and 23 strikeouts in 19 innings (six starts) in the Dominican Winter League this offseason. The […]

Tomas Nido Agrees To Two-Year Deal With Mets

The New York Mets and catcher Tomas Nido agreed to a two-year, $3.7 million deal on Wednesday, according to sources familiar with the deal. The contract covers Nido's remaining arbitration-eligible years and will pay him $1.6 million in 2023 and $2.1 million in 2024. The 28-year-old backstop hit .239/.276/.324 with a .600 OPS, three home […]

Rays Add Trevor Kelley On Minor-League Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays agreed on a minor-league deal with an invitation to major-league spring training with right-hander Trevor Kelley on Wednesday. Kelley has spent time with the Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers. In 32 big-league relief appearances over three seasons, he has a 7.13 ERA (6.71 FIP), 1.61 WHIP, 34 strikeouts […]

Kevin Pillar Agrees To Minor-League Deal With Braves

The Atlanta Braves agreed to a minor-league deal with veteran outfielder Kevin Pillar on Wednesday, according to a source. Pillar will earn $3 million if he makes the big-league roster. The deal includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Pillar only played four games for the Los Angeles Dodgers last season and eventually had left […]

Aroldis Chapman Throws Bullpen For Marlins

Free-agent relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman threw a bullpen session for the Miami Marlins on Wednesday at Nova Southeastern University, according to a source. Miami's interest in the hard-throwing left-hander was reported on Tuesday, and the Kansas City Royals and San Diego Padres are also interested in signing him. The Cuban southpaw probably isn't returning to […]

Jonah Williams, Alex Cappa Not Practicing Wednesday

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Jonah Williams (knee) and offensive guard Alex Cappa (ankle) both missed practice on Wednesday. Neither offensive lineman is expected to play this weekend in Sunday's Divisional Round matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Williams dislocated his kneecap in the wild-card win over the Baltimore Ravens. He's unlikely to play this weekend, but […]

Isaiah McKenzie On Track To Play Against Bengals

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (hamstring), who missed the wild-card win over the Miami Dolphins, took part in a full practice on Wednesday and is on track to play in this Sunday's Divisional Round matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 27-year-old should return to the majority of the team's slot-receiver duties this weekend, which […]

Jalen Hurts Not On The Injury Report

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (shoulder), who has been dealing with a sprained right shoulder for around a month, is not listed on this week's injury report and was a full participant in Tuesday's practice. Hurts was a bit rusty in the Week 18 regular season finale against the New York Giants, but the good […]

Commanders To Interview Ken Zampese For OC Job

The Washington Commanders are interviewing quarterbacks coach Ken Zampese for the offensive coordinator job on Wednesday, according to a source. The Commanders are also expected to interview Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Charles London for the job later in the week. Washington is looking for a new OC after firing Scott Turner last week. Zampese has […]

Russell Gage's Neck Is Fine

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that wide receiver Russell Gage (concussion) was expected to be released from the hospital on Tuesday. He is dealing with a concussion but "his neck is fine and right now he has all his extremities moving." Gage suffered a scary injury in the fourth quarter of Monday […]

Cameron Brate Scores In Wild-Card Loss

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate scored his first touchdown of the season in the 31-14 wild-card loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday night. Brate had just one catch on three targets for an eight-yard touchdown. Fantasy managers were expecting much more from the 31-year-old in 2022 with Rob Gronkowski retired, but Brate […]