Jordan Romano Won't Pitch In World Baseball Classic

Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano has withdrawn from Team Italy for the upcoming 2023 World Baseball Classic. It's good news for those that plan to invest in Romano as a top-10 fantasy closer this year. The 29-year-old right-hander has emerged as one of the better closers in baseball on one of the best rising […]

Reds Sign Nick Plummer

The Cincinnati Reds signed free-agent outfielder Nick Plummer to a minor-league deal this week. Plummer made his major-league debut last year with the New York Mets, going 4-for-29 (.138) with two home runs, six RBI, four runs scored and 12 strikeouts in 31 plate appearances over just 14 games. The 26-year-old former first-rounder (23rd overall) […]

Nationals Add Chad Kuhl On Minor-League Deal

The Washington Nationals signed free-agent right-hander Chad Kuhl to a minor-league deal on Saturday that includes an invite to major-league spring training. The 30-year-old struggled with the Colorado Rockies last year and went 25-30 with a 4.44 ERA in 100 games (84 starts) with the Pittsburgh Pirates before that. He'll give the Nationals more starting […]

Red Sox Sign Jake Faria To Minor-League Deal

The Boston Red Sox signed former Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Jake Faria to a minor-league deal on Saturday, according to a source. Faria began his MLB career mostly as a starter for the Rays in 2017 and 2018, but he's mostly served as a reliever in two seasons since then. The 29-year-old didn't pitch in […]

Royals Exploring Extensions For Bobby Witt Jr., Others

The Kansas City Royals have started exploring contract extensions for their young core of players and will continue to do so over the next year, according to general manager J.J. Picollo. Shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., starting pitcher Brady Singer and first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino are among those in that group. The Royals are currently in […]

Giants Discussing Extension With Logan Webb

The San Francisco Giants have had discussions with starting pitcher Logan Webb this offseason about a long-term contract extension. Webb ended the 2022 season on the injured list with a back ailment, but he was great otherwise with a 15-9 record, career-best 2.90 ERA (3.03 FIP), 1.16 WHIP and 20.7 percent strikeout rate in a […]

Dodgers, Miguel Rojas Agree On Two-Year Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers and infielder Miguel Rojas agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract extension on Saturday. The deal carries Rojas through the 2024 season and includes a $5 million club option for 2025 or a $1 million buyout, according to sources. The Dodgers acquired Rojas from the Miami Marlins this offseason, and he […]

Max Fried Loses Arbitration Case

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried lost his salary arbitration case against the team on Saturday, according to sources. Fried will make $13.5 million in 2023 instead of the $15 he requested. The 29-year-old left-hander still has two more arbitration-eligible seasons before he reaches free agency. He was a first-time All-Star in 2022, when he […]

Landon Dickerson Should Be Good To Go For Super Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Landon Dickerson (elbow) didn't practice at all this week, but he was removed from the week's final injury report on Friday and should be able to play in the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 12, against the Kansas City Chiefs. Dickerson injured his right elbow in the NFC Championship win over […]

Tracy Walker Says He'll Be Ready For OTAs

Detroit Lions safety Tracy Walker (Achilles) said on his personal Twitter account that he will be ready to take part in organized team activities this offseason. Walker tore his Achilles in September and missed the rest of the 2022 season. The 28-year-old might be being a little optimistic about taking part in organized team activities, […]

Ventrell Miller Has Foot Surgery

University of Florida linebacker Ventrell Miller (foot), had a bone graft to fix a Jones fracture after playing the 2022 season through it, according to a source. Dr. Robert Anderson performed the surgery, and Miller is scheduled to be full-go by April. He is already doing weight-bearing exercises. Despite playing hurt in his final collegiate […]

Steve Wilks To Interview For 49ers DC Job

Former Carolina Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks will interview on Monday for the San Francisco 49ers vacant defensive coordinator job, according to a source. The position opened up when DeMeco Ryans became the Houston Texans' next head coach. The 49ers had the No. 1 overall defense in the NFL in 2022, so Wilks will […]

Scott Turner Joins Raiders Staff

Former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Scott Turner is joining Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels' coaching staff with an elevated passing-game role, according to sources. The 40-year-old was the Commanders' offensive coordinator for the last three years before he was fired on Jan. 10. Washington's offense ranked 20th in total offense, 21st in passing […]

Broncos Interested In Brian Flores, Sean Desai

The Denver Broncos have requested permission to speak with Pittsburgh Steelers assistant head coach/linebackers coach Brian Flores and Seattle Seahawks secondary coach Sean Desai for their vacant defensive coordinator position. With former defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero not returning in 2023, the Broncos need to fill the role. Desai has withdrawn from consideration for the Minnesota […]

Dave Canales To Have Second Interview With Ravens

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks coach Dave Canales will receive a second interview with the Baltimore Ravens for their vacant offensive coordinator position on Monday, according to a source. Canales impressed with his work with quarterback Geno Smith in 2022. He joins Georgia offensive coordinator Todd Monken and others as a finalist to run Baltimore's offense in […]

Lou Anarumo Getting Second Interview With Cardinals

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo will receive a second interview with the Arizona Cardinals for their head-coaching job, according to a source. The second interview will take place late next week. In addition to Anarumo, New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka will get a second interview. Anarumo made a quick impression on the […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Open To Any Position

When San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. was asked what position he'll play in 2023, he said: "Gotta talk to my manager," while adding that he's open to playing any position after the Padres signed shortstop Xander Bogaerts this offseason. Tatis also said he's been working at both outfield and infield as he prepares […]

Dodgers Re-Sign Luke Williams To Minor-League Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers re-signed infielder Luke Williams to a minor-league deal on Friday. The Dodgers initially added Williams last November when they claimed him off waivers. The 26-year-old spent time with the San Francisco Giants and Miami Marlins in 2022, slashing a combined .236/.287/.315 with a .602 OPS, one home run, six RBI, 21 […]

Twins Sign Nolan Blackwood

The Minnesota Twins signed free-agent right-hander Nolan Blackwood to a minor-league deal this week. Blackwood has yet to appear in the majors, but he spent the last three seasons pitching in the minors for the Detroit Tigers. The 27-year-old had a 3.81 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 19 walks and 38 strikeouts in 49 2/3 innings over […]

Jake McGee Announces His Retirement

Left-handed relief pitcher Jake McGee has announced his retirement from professional baseball after pitching 13 years in the majors. He finished his final season in 2022 with a career-worst 6.81 ERA (4.84 FIP), 1.43 WHIP, three saves and career-low 15.3 percent strikeout rate in 37 relief innings between the San Francisco Giants, Milwaukee Brewers and […]

Pirates Sign Juan Minaya To Minor-League Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed free-agent right-hander Juan Minaya to a minor-league deal on Saturday. The 32-year-old made six appearances out of the bullpen (9 2/3 innings) for the Minnesota Twins in 2022 and allowed six earned runs on eight hits while walking five and striking out 11. It took Minaya eight years to reach the […]

Dodgers Sign Yusniel Diaz To Minor-League Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed free-agent outfielder Yusniel Diaz to a minor-league deal on Friday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Diaz made his major-league debut last year with the Baltimore Orioles, but he struck out in his only plate appearance. The 26-year-old was originally signed out of Cuba by the Dodgers in […]

White Sox Acquire Franklin German From Red Sox

The Chicago White Sox acquired right-handed reliever Franklin German from the Boston Red Sox on Friday in exchange for right-hander Theo Denlinger. To make room on the 40-man roster, the White Sox designated right-hander Jason Bilous for assignment. The Red Sox had designated German for assignment on Monday to make room on the roster for […]

Twins Re-Sign Aaron Sanchez

The Minnesota Twins re-signed right-hander Aaron Sanchez to a minor-league deal. Along with the Twins, Sanchez also pitched for the Washington Nationals last year. When all was said and done, he had a career-worst 6.60 ERA (4.48 FIP), 1.55 WHIP and weak 15.5 percent strikeout rate in 60 innings pitched over 15 appearances (10 starts). […]

Ravens Interview Todd Monken For A Second Time

The Baltimore Ravens interviewed Georgia offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Todd Monken for a second time on Friday for their offensive coordinator opening, according to sources. Monken is one of a handful of candidates that have received a second interview with the Ravens, and he also interviewed for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' open offensive coordinator position. Other […]

Broncos Sign Sean Payton To Five-Year Deal

The Denver Broncos officially signed new head coach Sean Payton to a five-year deal on Friday, tying him to the team through the 2027 season, according to sources. In order to pry Payton away from the New Orleans Saints, who he was still under contract with, the Broncos had to fork over a 2023 first-rounder […]

Brandon Aiyuk Unlikely To Be Traded

The Athletic's Matt Barrows writes that he'd be very surprised if the San Francisco 49ers trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk this offseason. The Niners are light on receivers, and Danny Gray didn't light up the stat sheet in 2022. If the team picks up Aiyuk's fifth-year option in May, he'll be under contract for two […]

Trey Lance Won't Work On Throwing Mechanics

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (ankle, leg) said that he wouldn't be focusing on his throwing mechanics early in the offseason. "I feel like I'm in a really good spot," Lance said. He plans to remain in Santa Clara, Calif., for around the next three weeks to finish up his rehab before working on […]

Raiders Have Granted Derek Carr Permission To Seek Trade

The Las Vegas Raiders have already granted quarterback Derek Carr permission to speak with other teams interested in trading for him that have also agreed to compensation with the Raiders, according to sources. It's the same arrangement the Houston Texans had with quarterback Deshaun Watson last offseason before he was dealt to the Cleveland Browns. […]

Avonte Maddox Expected To Be Ready For Super Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Avonte Maddox (toe) was held out of practice on Friday as a precaution, and the expectation is that he will be ready to play in Super Bowl LVII against the Kansas City Chiefs next Sunday, according to a league source. Maddox was seen with a walking boot on his left foot after […]