Kumar Rocker to Start Rehab Assignment on Friday

Texas Rangers right-handed pitching prospect Kumar Rocker (shoulder) is scheduled to start his minor-league rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Friday, according to The Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant. Rocker is nearing a return to the big-league level after he was placed on the 15-day injured list in late April with a right-shoulder impingement. The […]

Corey Seager Won't Return for Another 7-10 Days

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said on Thursday that shortstop Corey Seager (hamstring) isn't scheduled to return from the 10-day injured list for another seven to 10 days. This is already Seager's second stint on the IL this year due to a right-hamstring issue, and it's his third hamstring injury since 2023, so the Rangers […]

Red Sox-Orioles Game Postponed on Thursday

The Boston Red Sox announced that their divisional clash on Thursday against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park has been postponed due to significant rainfall expected to continue through the evening in the area. The contest has been rescheduled as the first game of a split doubleheader on Friday, starting at 1:35 pm ET. The […]

Lawrence Butler Taking the Day Off Against Southpaw

Athletics outfielder Lawrence Butler is retreating to the bench for Thursday's series finale against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels in Sacramento. Brent Rooker is in right field and batting third, Miguel Andujar is the designated hitter and batting cleanup, and infielder Max Scheumann moves up into the leadoff spot against Angels left-hander Tyler Anderson. It's […]

Jacob Wilson Back for A's on Thursday

Athletics rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson (forearm) is back at the 6 and is hitting second for Thursday's series finale against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels and left-hander Tyler Anderson as they look to avoid a four-game sweep in Sacramento. Wilson was pulled from Tuesday's loss against the Angels after being hit by a pitch on […]

Steelers to Wait a "Little While Longer" for Aaron Rodgers

Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II said on April 1 that the team will wait "not forever, but a little while longer" on free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers to make a decision, and he made a similar statement during the owners' meetings on Wednesday. "A little while longer. I'll say the same thing," Rooney said. So, […]

Jermaine Burton Showing Maturity

Cincinnati Bengals second-year wide receiver Jermaine Burton, who is coming off a tumultuous rookie campaign that saw him suspended, evicted and left behind on a road trip, has slowly made an impression on quarterback Joe Burrow and head coach Zac Taylor, according to The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. Burrow has pointed out Burton's growth in […]

Joe Burrow Says he Feels Great Physically

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is 100% physically this offseason. "I feel great," Burrow said. "This is the best that I've felt in the offseason. Just like every year, trying to get better, trying to get stronger, faster, healthier. Try to find ways that you can optimize your health throughout the whole season, not hurt […]

Dolphins Not Close to a Trade of Jalen Ramsey

The Miami Dolphins continue to explore trade options for cornerback Jalen Ramsey this offseason, but sources told NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe that "nothing is imminent." Wolfe was also told to keep an eye on the July 1 date, as the Dolphins would take over a $25 million salary cap hit if they were to trade […]

De'Von Achane in Line to See Even More Work in 2025

NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe says that Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane could be in line for even more of a workhorse role on offense in 2025 after proving to be one of the most explosive playmakers at the position in his first two years in the league. Achane has an opportunity to be Miami's […]

Aidan Hutchinson Fully Cleared From Leg Injury

Detroit Lions star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (leg) told reporters on Thursday that he's fully cleared from his leg injury, which is a significant announcement that could help him land a blockbuster contract. Defensive line coach Kacy Rodgers also recently said that Hutchinson has looked "really good" during voluntary offseason workouts after the 24-year-old suffered […]

Brandon Woodruff Throws Four Shutout Innings in Latest Rehab Start

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff (ankle, shoulder) looked good in his latest minor-league rehab start on Wednesday for Triple-A Nashville, as he threw four scoreless innings while allowing three hits against Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Woodruff walked two and struck out two. The 32-year-old missed all of last season after having right-shoulder surgery in 2023 and was […]

J.T. Realmuto Sitting Out Matinee Game

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto will be rested in Thursday's series finale at Coors Field against the hosting Colorado Rockies. Rafael Marchan will do the catching for left-hander Ranger Suarez and will hit ninth against Rockies right-hander German Marquez. Realmuto is starting to heat up after a slow start to the 2025 season. The veteran […]

Justin Martinez Could Come Off Injured List This Weekend

The Arizona Republic's Jose M. Romero writes that Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed reliever Justin Martinez (shoulder) could come off the injured list as soon as Friday's series opener in St. Louis against the Cardinals. Manager Torey Lovullo said as much after Wednesday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Martinez hit 100 mph or more five […]

Aaron Nola Could Throw Off a Mound This Weekend

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola (ankle) said he sprained his right ankle doing agility work on May 8 but pitched through the injury twice before landing on the 15-day injured list on May 16. He played long toss on Wednesday at Coors Field, and the Phillies are hoping that Nola will throw off a mound […]

Weston Wilson Suffers From Migraine on Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Weston Wilson (head) left the team's win on Wednesday at Coors Field over the Colorado Rockies in the fourth inning due to a migraine headache, according to MLB.com. Before leaving the game, Wilson went 0-for-1 with a walk before being replaced in left field by Brandon Marsh. Wilson has gone 4-for-17 (.235) […]

Adael Amador, Michael Toglia, Mickey Moniak Sitting on Thursday

Colorado Rockies second baseman Adael Amador, first baseman Michael Toglia and outfielder Mickey Moniak are all on the bench for Thursday's series finale at Coors Field against the Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Ranger Suarez. Aaron Schunk is at the keystone and is hitting eighth, Kyle Farmer is playing first base and batting seventh, and Tyler […]

Anthony Santander Out With Hip Injury on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jay outfielder/designated hitter Anthony Santander (hip) is absent from the lineup for Thursday's series finale against the visiting San Diego Padres at Rogers Centre as Toronto goes for the three-game sweep. Santander was pulled early from Wednesday's 14-0 blowout win over SD after aggravating a left-hip injury, so it's not a huge surprise […]

Jonah Heim Back in Lineup as the Designated Hitter

Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim (hand) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's series finale in the Bronx against the hosting New York Yankees and left-hander Carlos Rodon, serving as the designated hitter and batting sixth. Heim was pulled early from Wednesday's 4-3 loss at Yankee Stadium with a compressed nerve in his right […]

Colts Owner Jim Irsay Passes Away

Indianapolis Colts owner and CEO Jim Irsay passed away at the age of 65 on Wednesday, according to The 33rd Team's Ari Meirov. Irsay had led the Colts since 1997 and is survived by his daughters Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson, his ex-wife and his daughters' mother, Meg Coyle, and 10 grandchildren. Irsay-Gordon, […]

Richard Fitts to Start Rehab Assignment on Thursday

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that right-hander Richard Fitts (pectoral) is scheduled to start his minor-league rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Worcester, weather permitting. Because Fitts has been out over a month with a strained pectoral muscle, he will most likely require at least a handful of rehab starts on the farm […]

Kutter Crawford to Throw Three-Inning Live BP Session on Thursday

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that right-hander Kutter Crawford (knee) will throw a three-inning live batting practice session on Thursday. Crawford is still on the mend after suffering from right patellar tendinopathy, but he could be cleared to start a minor-league rehab assignment if his session on Thursday without a hitch. Because Crawford […]

Tanner Houck to Resume Throwing on Friday

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that right-hander Tanner Houck (elbow) will resume throwing on Friday. Poor performance and a flexor-pronator strain landed Houck on the 15-day injured list last week, but he'll resume throwing heading into the weekend. It wouldn't be a surprise if the 28-year-old isn't ready to come off the IL […]

Braves-Nationals Postponed on Wednesday

Wednesday's divisional contest between the Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals in D.C. at Nationals Park has been postponed due to rain. It is being rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Tuesday, Sept. 16. Right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver was scheduled to take the ball for the Braves in Wednesday's clash, with Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams […]

Masataka Yoshida Resumes Throwing From 60 Feet

Boston Red Sox outfielder/designated hitter Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) has resumed throwing from 60 feet. Manager Alex Cora said that Yoshida is basically restarting his throwing progression ever since receiving a cortisone shot. Yoshida had surgery on his right shoulder in October of last year and has been hitting since spring training. However, the 31-year-old has […]

Daniel Palencia Picks Up Second Career Save

Chicago Cubs right-handed reliever Daniel Palencia picked up his second career save in Wednesday's series finale against the Miami Marlins in the 2-1 victory at LoanDepot Park. It was a nice bounce-back outing for Palencia, who blew the save and took the loss in Monday's series opener in Miami. The 25-year-old Venezuelan hurler threw a […]

Kyle Tucker Homers for Second Straight Game

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker, serving as the designated hitter in Wednesday's series finale against the hosting Miami Marlins, went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and a stolen base in the team's 2-1 victory in South Beach. Tucker has gone deep in back-to-back games and now has 12 long balls in his first year […]

Kody Clemens Walks it Off to Finish Suspended Game

Minnesota Twins infielder Kody Clemens was the hero for the Twins in their 6-5 win over the division-rival Cleveland Guardians to finish off a suspended game from the series opener on Monday. Clemens hit a two-out, walk-off RBI double in the bottom of the ninth inning at Target Field in a rain-soaked game. The 29-year-old […]

Hunter Brown Hit Hard on Wednesday Against Rays

Houston Astros right-hander Hunter Brown has had a fantastic 2025 season, but it just wasn't his day in Wednesday's 8-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. Brown wasn't missed many bats and ended up allowing five earned runs on seven hits (three homers) while walking two and striking out four in five innings of work […]

Dennis Santana Records Fifth Save of the Season

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed reliever Dennis Santana closed the door on the division-rival Cincinnati Reds in the 3-1 win at PNC Park on Wednesday for his fifth save of the season. Santana threw a scoreless inning to pick up his 10th hold of the year in Tuesday's win against the Reds while David Bednar picked up […]