Christian Yelich Continues to Progress, Expected to Return in Mid- to Late-May

The plan is for Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (groin) to progress to live at-bats and baserunning by early next week, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. His estimated return remains in mid- to late-May. Yelich is recovering from a left-groin strain and was able to take on-field batting practice with the rest of the […]

Brian Daboll Says it's "Good to Have" Calvin Ridley on Roster

When asked about Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley's (leg) place in the offense after the additions of Wan'Dale Robinson and rookie Carnell Tate, new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll said, "It's good to have him here," according to Nick Suss of The Tennessean. "We've changed some stuff as we've gone, but he's smart. He's a […]

Isaac Guerendo Buried on Depth Chart, Looking for New Team?

The Athletic's Vic Tafur writes that San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo, who was a fourth-round pick in 2024, "seems like he is buried" and will be "looking for a new team." The 49ers say that they will be looking to give Christian McCaffrey fewer touches in 2026, which is why they drafted rookie […]

Raiders Expect Jalen Nailor to Take "Big Leap" in "Featured Role"

The Athletic's Sam Warren writes that the Las Vegas Raiders like wide receiver Jalen Nailor to "take a big leap in a more featured role" in 2026. Nailor will be a starter alongside Tre Tucker and Jack Bech after signing a three-year, $35 million deal in free agency in March. The 27-year-old former sixth-round pick […]

Rockies-Mets Game Postponed Due to Inclement Weather

The Colorado Rockies-New York Mets game on Tuesday in Denver has been postponed due to inclement weather and will be made up on Thursday, May 7. Fantasy managers will obviously want to remove any players from these two teams that you may have had in your starting lineups for Tuesday's slate of games. Right-hander Michael […]

Braves Officially Reinstate Raisel Iglesias From Injured List on Tuesday

The Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday that they officially reinstated right-handed reliever Raisel Iglesias (shoulder) from the 10-day injured list and designated right-hander Carlos Carrasco for assignment in a corresponding move. Iglesias returns on the first day he's eligible to come back from right-shoulder inflammation. He's expected to immediately reclaim closer duties from right-hander Robert […]

Cedric Tillman on the Trade Block?

The Cleveland Browns added rookie wide receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston in the 2026 NFL draft, which makes The Athletic's Zac Jackson wonder if the team will eventually look to trade Cedric Tillman this summer. In addition to adding younger competition, the Browns are installing a new offense under head coach Todd Monken. Jackson […]

Andy Reid Compares Emmett Johnson to LeSean McCoy

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has compared rookie fifth-round running back Emmett Johnson to former six-time Pro Bowl RB LeSean McCoy, according to Grant Gordon of NFL.com. Reid believes Johnson can contribute on the ground, as a pass-catcher, and on special teams. "First of all, he's got a good feel for things, a […]

Ty Simpson a Great Fit With the Rams?

The Los Angeles Rams surprised everyone in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft when they selected former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. SEC coaches acknowledged that Simpson's profile "has some clear concerns," but another SEC coach said that "it's a great fit for him from a system standpoint." "There's […]

Alvin Kamara "Excited" to Share the Backfield With New RB Addition

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (knee) doesn't appear to be planning to retire this offseason, according to Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football. "I'm excited to see what we can do together," Kamara said of new RB Travis Etienne Jr. Rumors surfaced earlier this offseason that Kamara was considering hanging up his cleats after a […]

Could Carson Beck Sit on the Bench for his Entire Rookie Season?

The Arizona Cardinals took former University of Miami quarterback Carson Beck with the first pick in the third round of this year's draft because of his big-game experience, arm strength, size (6-foot-4, 220 pounds), accuracy, toughness, and intangibles. Beck enters a QB room in Arizona that already includes veterans Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. New […]

Brenen Thompson Compared to Tyreek Hill

Los Angeles Chargers rookie fourth-round wide receiver Brenen Thompson was compared to speedy former Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs wideout Tyreek Hill by head coach Jim Harbaugh, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. New Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, who coached Hill in Miami, was advocating that the Chargers take the former Mississippi State […]

Drew Allar Wasn't Always Set Up to Succeed in College

Former Penn State quarterback Drew Allar likely would have been among the top QBs drafted in 2025 if he had skipped his senior season, according to Adam Rittenberg of ESPN. However, Allar chose to return to Penn State and had a slower-than-expected start before breaking his ankle in the middle of the season. The Pittsburgh […]

Will Fernando Mendoza's Skill Set Translate to the NFL?

Former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza was the consensus No. 1 overall selection in this year's draft by the Las Vegas Raiders after his near-flawless performance in the College Football Playoff, which was capped by his heroic performance in the national title game to beat Miami. Most analysts believe that Mendoza is one of the more […]

Falcons Unsure on Michael Penix Jr.'s Status for Training Camp

Atlanta Falcons president of football Matt Ryan acknowledged on 680 The Fan that "you just don't know" where quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is "going to be" for the start of training camp in late July. However, Ryan is confident with how Penix has approached his rehab after tearing his ACL in 2025. "Mike's in […]

Texans Praise C.J. Stroud for Offseason Work

Despite another disappointing season in 2025, the Houston Texans have had nothing but good things to say about quarterback C.J. Stroud this offseason, according to Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle. "C.J.'s done a really good job all offseason just continuing to be locked in, continuing to prepare the right way," head coach DeMeco Ryans […]

Nick Lodolo Shouldn't Face Restrictions in Season Debut on Friday

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (finger), who has been on the 15-day injured list since a blister on his left index finger ended his final spring training outing on March 22, will make his 2026 season debut on Friday against the Houston Astros. Lodolo threw 45 of his 79 pitches for strikes at Triple-A Louisville […]

Yusei Kikuchi Could be Out for Several Months or Longer

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Yusei Kikuchi (shoulder) could be out for "several months, if not the whole season," sources told Mike DiGiovanna of Halo Territory. Pitching prospect Caden Dana might not be the immediate replacement for Kikuchi in the Angels' starting rotation, but he could be at some point. The Angels placed Kikuchi on the […]

Raisel Iglesias Might Not Return Until Wednesday

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss said the team might wait until Wednesday to activate right-handed reliever Raisel Iglesias (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list, but that was also before their bullpen was an issue on Monday night, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Iglesias is eligible to return from the IL on Tuesday after missing […]

Marlins Designate Chris Paddack for Assignment

The Miami Marlins designated struggling right-hander Chris Paddack for assignment on Tuesday, according to Christina De Nicola of MLB.com. The Marlins are calling up pitching prospect William Kempner in a corresponding move as a fresh arm for their bullpen. For Paddack's rotation spot on Friday against the division-rival Washington Nationals, left-handers Robby Snelling and Braxton […]

George Springer Expected to Return to Tuesday's Lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/designated hitter George Springer (foot) should be good to play in Tuesday's contest against the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays, manager John Schneider told Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Springer was hit by a pitch on his left foot on Saturday and has been held out of action for the last two games, […]

Noah Cameron Scratched From Tuesday's Start With Back Tightness

The Kansas City Royals announced on Monday night that left-hander Noah Cameron (back) will be scratched from his scheduled start on Tuesday against the Cleveland Guardians due to lower-back tightness. Right-hander Stephen Kolek (oblique) will be activated from the 15-day injured list to start in place of Cameron on Tuesday. It's been a rough start […]

Shohei Ohtani Will Only Pitch on Tuesday Against Astros

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said before Monday's series opener against the hosting Houston Astros that two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani would serve as the designated hitter during his start on the mound on Tuesday. However, after Monday's game, Roberts said the team would change course and just have Ohtani pitch. The left-handed slugger walked […]

Yainer Diaz Will Land on Injured List With Oblique Injury

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said that catcher Yainer Diaz (oblique) will require a stint on the 10-day injured list with a left-oblique injury, according to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Diaz was scratched from Monday's series opener against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers with what the team was calling an abdominal injury at the time. […]

A's Place Shea Langeliers on Paternity List on Monday

The Athletics announced on Monday that they placed catcher Shea Langeliers on the paternity list. The team also acquired catcher Jonah Heim from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations. Langeliers didn't play on Sunday and will now be away from the team for an additional one ot three days while he welcomes a […]

Quinn Priester Dealing With Shoulder Soreness

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester (shoulder, wrist) is dealing with some right-shoulder soreness, manager Pat Murphy told Brewers reporter Sophia Minnaert. The Brewers don't think it's a re-injury long term, but Priester will be evaluated by the training staff and work with the pitching coaches. He's with the big-league club in St. Louis for their […]

Christian Yelich Takes On-Field Batting Practice on Monday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich (groin) took batting practice on the field with the rest of the team before Monday's series opener against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium, according to Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Yelich's return from the 10-day injured list isn't imminent, but he's progressing on schedule […]

Eugenio Suarez Does Some Baseball Activities on Monday

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona said that third baseman Eugenio Suarez (oblique) was scheduled to take grounders on the field on Monday and flips in the cage, according to Charlie Goldsmith of FOX 19. Suarez will get an MRI exam in Cincinnati coming up. If the Reds like what they see from Suarez's MRI later […]

Brendan Donovan to Start a Rehab Assignment on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners infielder Brendan Donovan (groin) isn't expected to be activated on the team's six-game homestand, but he will take part in a two-game minor-league rehab assignment at Double-A Arkansas, beginning on Tuesday, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. If that goes well, Donovan will be activated on Friday, May 8, in Chicago to face […]

Sonny Gray "Still Checking Some Boxes"

The Boston Red Sox's scheduled starter for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Tigers is still to be determined, but right-hander Sonny Gray (hamstring) is "still checking some boxes," interim manager Chad Tracy said. Gray is eligible to be reinstated from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday. He threw a three-inning live batting practice session on […]