Trevor Bauer Reinstated On Thursday

An arbitrator upheld an unpaid 194-game suspension for Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer on Thursday and reinstated him, effectively immediately, with his loss of pay covering the 144 games he was suspended for during the 2022 season. In addition, the arbitrator docked Bauer's salary for the first 50 games of the 2023 campaign. […]

Nationals Claim Jeter Downs Off Waivers

The Washington Nationals claimed infielder Jeter Downs off waivers on Thursday, according to a source. Downs was a former top shortstop prospect for the Boston Red Sox, but he became available this offseason when Boston designated him for assignment last week. The 24-year-old has fallen considerably as a top prospect while underwhelming at the Triple-A […]

Red Sox Release Eric Hosmer

The Boston Red Sox released first baseman Eric Hosmer on Thursday, according to a source. Boston had designated Hosmer for assignment last week, but he obviously didn't attract any attention and will now be free to sign with any team this offseason. The 33-year-old was traded by the San Diego Padres to Boston at the […]

Mike Moustakas Designated For Assignment

The Cincinnati Reds designated infielder Mike Moustakas for assignment on Thursday to make room on the roster for recently signed catcher Curt Casali. Moustakas, a three-time All-Star, played in 78 games for the Reds last season and hit just .214/.295/.345 with a .640 OPS, seven home runs, 25 RBI, 30 runs scored and two stolen […]

Reds Sign Curt Casali On Thursday

The Cincinnati Reds signed free-agent catcher Curt Casali to a one-year, $5 million contract on Thursday. The deal includes a mutual option for the 2024 season. In a corresponding move, veteran infielder Mike Moustakas was designated for assignment. Casali will return to the Reds after playing for them from 2018-2020, when he swung the bat […]

Drew Smyly In Agreement With The Cubs

The Chicago Cubs and free-agent left-hander Drew Smyly agreed to a two-year, $19 million deal on Thursday that includes a $10 million mutual option ($2.5 million buyout) for the 2025 season, according to a source familiar with the deal. Smyly will receive $8 million next year and $8.5 million in 2024. The 33-year-old southpaw will […]

Chris Streveler Elevated To Active Roster

The New York Jets elevated quarterback Chris Streveler from the practice squad to the active roster for the Thursday night game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, opening the door for a possible package of plays in Week 16. Mike White (ribs) has been ruled out for the second straight week with some broken ribs, so Streveler […]

James Robinson A Healthy Scratch Again Thursday

New York Jets running back James Robinson is once again a healthy scratch for the Thursday night game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. Rookie Zonovan Knight (ankle) was questionable for this game, but he is suiting up, leaving Robinson as the odd man out of the Jets backfield yet again. Knight should see […]

Jarvis Landry Going On Injured Reserve

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Jarvis Landry (ankle) is being placed on Injured Reserve on Thursday. The Saints ruled Landry out for Week 16 against his former team, the Cleveland Browns, on Saturday, but now he'll miss the final three regular season games. If the Saints somehow win the NFC South, Landry would also be […]

Chris Olave, Jarvis Landry Ruled Out For Week 16

New Orleans Saints wide receivers Chris Olave (hamstring) and Jarvis Landry (ankle) have both been ruled out for the Week 16 contest versus the Cleveland Browns on Saturday. Olave missed practice all week and Landry missed the last two days of practice after popping up on the injury report on Wednesday. Landry hasn't been much […]

Latavius Murray Won't Practice Thursday

Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett said that running back Latavius Murray (foot) and wide receiver Kendall Hinton (hamstring) will not practice on Thursday, but it's mostly precautionary with the team practicing on indoor turf. Murray was listed as limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday, so this is technically a downgrade. […]

Jeff Wilson Jr. Hopeful To Play On Christmas Day

Miami Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (hip) is feeling better this week and is hopeful to play in Week 16 against the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day this Sunday. Apparently Wilson was very close to playing in last week's loss to the Buffalo Bills but was ultimately held out as a precaution. The […]

Chiefs Not Optimistic About Mecole Hardman

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid didn't sound optimistic on wide receiver Mecole Hardman's (abdomen) status for Week 16 against the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. "I'm not sure he's where he needs to be," Reid said. Meanwhile, Reid said he feels "pretty good" about tight end Blake Bell (hip) make his return this weekend […]

Courtland Sutton To Be Limited Again Thursday

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (hamstring) will be a limited participant in practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Sutton has missed the last two games, but the Broncos came into Week 16 very hopeful that he would play this Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams on Christmas Day. Even if the 27-year-old […]

Hayden Hurst Questionable For Week 16

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst (calf) is listed as questionable to play on Saturday against the New England Patriots in Week 16. Hurst hasn't played since Week 13, but he was limited in practice all week and is trending toward making his return on Christmas Eve. The 29-year-old will be a TE2 streamer if […]

Tee Higgins Carries No Injury Designation

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (hamstring) was removed from Friday's final injury report and will play in Week 16 against the New England Patriots on Saturday on Christmas Eve. Higgins played just one offensive snap in Week 14 after aggravated his hamstring in pre-game warmups, but he played in last week's win over the […]

Ryan Tannehill Out, Malik Willis To Make Third Start

The Tennessee Titans have ruled out quarterback Ryan Tannehill (ankle) for the Week 16 game against the Houston Texans on Saturday. Rookie Malik Willis will make the third start of his career on Christmas Eve. Tannehill was facing an uphill battle to play after re-injuring his right ankle in the Week 15 loss to the […]

Khalil Herbert Will Play In Week 16

Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (hip) will be activated from Injured Reserve ahead of the Week 16 game against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, according to head coach Matt Eberflus. Herbert has been trending toward making his return all week after returning to practice on Tuesday. The 24-year-old hasn't played since getting hurt in […]

Equanimeous St. Brown Ruled Out For Saturday

Chicago Bears wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion) wasn't able to practice all week and has officially been ruled out to play in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Christmas Eve on Saturday. Chase Claypool (knee) is also listed as doubtful, so Chicago will be down to Byron Pringle, Dante Pettis, rookie Velus Jones […]

Chase Claypool Doubtful To Play Against Bills

Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool (knee) missed a second straight day of practice on Thursday and is listed as doubtful for Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. Meanwhile, N'Keal Harry (back) was removed from the final injury report after practicing in full all week. Claypool missed the Week 15 loss to the […]

Lamar Jackson Ruled Out, Tyler Huntley To Start Again

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (knee) has been ruled out in Week 16 against the Atlanta Falcons for the third straight game. Tyler Huntley (shoulder) has been cleared to play and will make another start on Christmas Eve, according to head coach John Harbaugh. Jackson hasn't been able to practice since spraining his PCL in […]

Yankees Among Teams Looking At Bryan Reynolds

The New York Yankees are among the teams in contact with the Pittsburgh Pirates on outfielder Bryan Reynolds in recent weeks, according to sources. One obstacle to a trade is that the Pirates prefer starting pitchers to headline a return, and the top end of the Yankees' system is much deeper in position players. Reynolds […]

White Sox Plan To Keep Liam Hendriks

The Chicago White Sox are saying that while they might be listening on trade offers, their current plan is to retain All-Star closer Liam Hendriks in hopes that they can bounce back and win the American League Central in 2023. The New York Mets reportedly have been feeling out the White Sox for a potential […]

Cubs Land Tucker Barnhart On One-Year Deal

The Chicago Cubs agreed to a one-year deal with a total guarantee of $6.5 million with free-agent catcher Tucker Barnhart on Thursday. The deal includes a player option for the 2024 season, and with performance bonuses and escalators, Barnhart has the potential to earn up to $9.5 million. The deal is still pending a physical. […]

Danny Mendick Joins The Mets

The New York Mets and free-agent infielder Danny Mendick agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal on Wednesday, according to sources familiar with the deal. The 29-year-old was non-tendered by the Chicago White Sox after he hit a strong .289/.343/.443 in 106 plate appearances and 31 games for them in 2022. The Mets will get […]

Reds, Wil Myers Agree To One-Year Deal

The Cincinnati Reds and free-agent outfielder Wil Myers agreed to a one-year, $7.5 million deal on Thursday, according to a source. The deal will move to $9.5 million based on playing time or if he's traded in 2023, and it also includes a mutual option for the 2024 season. Myers became a free agent when […]

Orioles Acquire James McCann From The Mets

The Baltimore Orioles acquired catcher James McCann and cash considerations from the New York Mets on Wednesday night in exchange for a player to be named later, according to sources. The Mets are covering $19 million of the $24.3 million that is still owed to McCann over the next two seasons. In Baltimore, the 32-year-old […]

Trevor Lawrence Will Play Thursday Night

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (toe), who is listed as questionable for the Thursday night game against the New York Jets, will play, according to a source. Lawrence has been dealing with a nagging toe injury since Week 13 but has battled through it and is playing the best football of his career, so his […]

Chase Young To Make Season Debut Against 49ers

Washington Commanders pass-rusher Chase Young (knee) is off the final injury report on Friday and is a full-go for the Week 16 game against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, according to head coach Ron Rivera. Young will be make his season debut after rupturing his patellar tendon and tearing his ACL in 2021. Young […]

Nick Chubb Good To Go For Week 16

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot) is good to go for the Week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. Chubb missed the first two practice days of the week, but he was able to return to the field on Thursday, setting him up for his normal role as Cleveland's backfield leader […]