Braves Claim Nick Solak Off Waivers From White Sox

The Atlanta Braves claimed outfielder Nick Solak off waivers from the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. It comes after the White Sox designated Solak for assignment on Sunday. The 28-year-old had a promising rookie season with the Texas Rangers in 2019, when he batted .293 with five home runs […]

Bryce Harper, Ranger Suarez Taking Part In Sim Game

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez (forearm) will face outfielders Bryce Harper (elbow) and Cristian Pache in a simulated game on Tuesday. Suarez will throw 20 to 25 pitches in the session, and if it goes well, he'll likely throw another simulated game. This will be the first time that Harper faces a southpaw after recovering […]

A's Planning To Promote Mason Miller, Could Start Wednesday

The Oakland Athletics are planning to promote pitching prospect Mason Miller to their major-league roster. It sounds as though Miller is scheduled to join the team on Tuesday, and he could make his major-league debut on Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs. The 24-year-old right-hander has been impressive so far in two minor-league starts at Double-A […]

Levi Stoudt Scheduled To Make MLB Debut Wednesday

The Cincinnati Reds have added right-handed pitching prospect Levi Stoudt to their taxi squad, and he is scheduled to make his major-league debut on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Stoudt is the Reds' No. 14 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and he was 0-1 with a 4.09 ERA, 1.54 WHIP, nine walks and 10 strikeouts […]

Brandon Marsh Hitting Fifth Again In Game 1

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh is starting in center field and is hitting fifth in the lineup again in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Tuesday against the Chicago White Sox and right-hander Lance Lynn. Marsh has earned a higher lineup spot with the Phillies against right-handed pitchers by hitting an impressive .378 (17-for-45) with […]

Michael Harris II Hasn't Taken Batting Practice

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II (back) said last Saturday that he'd probably begin taking batting practice in the coming days, but it doesn't appear that he's been cleared for that step yet as he rehabs a back injury. "Same place he's been," manager Brian Snitker said. "Just rehabbing. It's not there yet." The 22-year-old […]

Patrick Wisdom Blasts Two Homers In Win Over A's

Chicago Cubs infielder/designated hitter Patrick Wisdom went off in the team's 10-1 rout of the Oakland Athletics on Monday. Wisdom finished the contest 3-for-5 with two home runs, four RBI, two runs scored and two strikeouts. He's now hitting .288 (15-for-52) on the year with two doubles, a league-high eight home runs, 13 RBI and […]

Tyler Glasnow On Track To Return In Mid-May

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow (oblique) is on track to make his 2023 season debut for the team in mid-May. Glasnow was originally expected to miss six to eight weeks. While he might take a little bit longer before he makes his season debut, the 29-year-old right-hander is making good progress after starting […]

Anthony Volpe To Hit Leadoff Again Tuesday

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe will hit leadoff again on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Angels and left-hander Jose Suarez. It will be the second straight game that Volpe has hit in the leadoff spot with DJ LeMahieu also in the lineup. The 21-year-old has been playing solid […]

Collin McHugh Begins Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Atlanta Braves right-hander Collin McHugh (shoulder) is beginning his minor-league rehab assignment with High-A Rome on Tuesday. McHugh is close to returning after landing on the injured list in early April with right shoulder inflammation. Barring a setback while pitching in the minors, he should be able to return to Atlanta's bullpen before the calendar […]

Jacob deGrom Being Re-Evaluated Tuesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (wrist) is being re-evaluated on Tuesday. He said that his wrist soreness popped up early in his start on Monday against the Kansas City Royals and wasn't much, but it became more sore as the outing wore on and he didn't want to change his mechanics and create a […]

Guardians Hoping Amed Rosario Can Return Friday

Cleveland Guardians shortstop Amed Rosario (back) went back to Cleveland on Monday to get an MRI exam on his back, which came back fine. However, the team is hoping he'll be ready to return to the lineup on Friday, and he remains out of the starting lineup for Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the […]

Secondary Is A Priority For The Rams

The Los Angeles Rams' priority in this year's draft has to be adding to the secondary, according to ESPN's Sarah Barshop. After trading Jalen Ramsey to the Dolphins, the team's cornerback group is currently led by 2022 draft picks Cobie Durant and Derion Kendrick, along with 2021 fourth-rounder Robert Rochell. LA also lost safeties Nick […]

Cardinals Expected To Trade Third Overall Pick?

It remains to be seen if the Arizona Cardinals trade back from the No. 3 overall selection in this year's NFL draft. There has been a lot of interest surrounding the selection, but we shouldn't be surprised if the Cardinals take it all the way to April 27, when the team is on the clock. […]

Buccaneers Unlikely To Trade Up In First Round

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are more likely to trade down in the first round of this year's NFL draft than trade up, if history is any indication. General manager Jason Licht has traded up in Round 1 just one time and down three times, including in 2022. If they do trade up, it would likely […]

Saints Expected To Add Linemen Early In Draft

With New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr already penciled in as the starter, the Saints are expected to add to the trenches in this year's draft, according to a source who has knowledge of the team's plans. The Saints are expected to be aggressive in fortifying both offensive and defensive lines, especially after losing key […]

Panthers Now Favored To Take Bryce Young?

The Carolina Panthers are expected to take either Alabama quarterback Bryce Young or Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud with the first overall pick in this year's draft, according to sources. Stroud was considered the early favorite because of his size (6-foot-3 compared to 5-foot-10 for Young) and because head coach Frank Reich has never coached […]

Falcons Need "Dream Scenario" To Take A QB In Top 10

The Atlanta Falcons are taking a serious look at the quarterbacks in this year's draft class, but the team is comfortable with 2022 third-rounder Desmond Ridder under center, according to sources close to the team. Atlanta would need a "dream scenario" to take one of the QBs in the top 10 later this month. ESPN's […]

Damar Hamlin Cleared For Full Activity

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane told reporters on Tuesday that after visiting with medical specialists last week, safety Damar Hamlin has been cleared to resume full activities. It's great news for Hamlin, who went into cardiac arrest on the field against the Cincinnati Bengals three months ago on Jan. 2. The 25-year-old has now […]

Hendon Hooker To Visit With Giants Wednesday

University of Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker (knee) will visit with the New York Giants on Wednesday, according to sources. Hooker's busy pre-draft tour continues as interested teams gather as much information on him and his recovery from a torn ACL as they can. He has already visited with the Washington Commanders. The Giants just signed […]

Adolis Garcia On The Bench Monday

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia will start Monday's game on the bench against the Kansas City Royals. It will be his first game off of the year after making 15 straight starts for the Rangers. The 30-year-old could use a mental day, as he's hitting just .200 (12-for-60) with a double and 16 strikeouts through […]

Patrick Mahomes Thinks He'll Be Fully Healthy For Training Camp

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) said his right ankle still isn't 100 percent, even during training sessions the last few weeks. However, he thinks he'll be fully healthy when training camp starts at the end of July. "I'm happy with where I'm at," Mahomes said. The 27-year-old superstar suffered a Grade 2 right […]

Chris Conley Signs One-Year Deal With 49ers

Veteran free-agent wide receiver Chris Conley signed an undisclosed one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, according to a source. Conley visited with the team on Friday. The former Kansas City Chiefs receiver has also spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans. He spent time with the Texans and […]

Ravens Have Tried Many Ways To Lock Up Lamar Jackson

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the Baltimore Ravens have tried many ways to reach a long-term contract extension with quarterback Lamar Jackson, even offering him a deal that compares favorably to the five-year, $255 million extension the Philadelphia Eagles gave QB Jalen Hurts on Monday. With Jackson not having an agent representing him, it […]

Texans Receiving Calls For No. 2 Pick

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio said at his pre-draft press conference on Monday that he has received calls from teams looking to trade up to No. 2 overall in this year's draft. "Are we open for business? We're open to listening," Caserio said. In addition to the second overall pick, the Texans have the […]

Avisail Garcia Not Starting Monday

Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (wrist) is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Logan Webb. Garcia was hit by a pitch on his right wrist on Sunday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, but X-rays came back negative and he's considered day-to-day for now. The 31-year-old could return to […]

Max Fried Activated From IL, Will Start Against Padres Monday

The Atlanta Braves reinstated left-hander Max Fried (hamstring) from the injured list on Monday and placed left-hander Lucas Luetge (bicep) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to April 14) in a corresponding move with left bicep inflammation. Fried injured his hamstring on Opening Day but will now return to face the San Diego Padres on […]

Guardians-Tigers Postponed Monday

The game between the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers on Monday is being postponed due to inclement weather and cold temperatures. The contest will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Tuesday. The Guardians were set to start Hunter Gaddis on the mound on Monday, with left-hander Matthew Boyd opposing him on the […]

Anthony Volpe Struggling Offensively

New York Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe has been great defensively and is a perfect 7-for-7 in stolen base attempts early on, but he's also hitting just .191 with a home run and a .628 OPS through his first 47 at-bats. He also has a lot of strikeouts (16) and eight walks. It's a small […]

Yankees To Ease Josh Donaldson Back In

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that third baseman Josh Donaldson (hamstring) will be the team's starting third baseman when he returns from the injured list, possibly as soon as this Wednesday. However, Boone also said he will ease Donaldson back into the lineup after two weeks off, and he could cycle through the […]