AJ Cole Becomes Highest-Paid Punter

The Las Vegas Raiders and two-time All-Pro punter AJ Cole agreed to a four-year, $15.8 million contract extension on Monday that includes $11 million guaranteed, multiple sources tell ESPN's Ryan McFadden. The deal makes Cole the highest-paid punter in the NFL. The 29-year-old previously signed a four-year, $12 million deal in 2021. The three-time Pro […]

Jaxson Dart Not Expected to Debut Until Second Half of 2025

When asked when New York Giants rookie first-round quarterback Jaxson Dart will start, SNY's Connor Hughes said the earliest he could see the team turning to Dart as their starter would be in Week 10 against the Chicago Bears. In a perfect world, which would mean veteran Russell Wilson plays well all year, Dart wouldn't […]

Kirk Cousins on Steelers Radar?

Per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is "at least" on the Pittsburgh Steelers' "radar" at the moment, even though free-agent QB Aaron Rodgers remains their preferred choice. The Steelers continue to wait for Rodgers to make a decision on whether he wants to play another season in the NFL. Cousins has $37.5 […]

Rangers Not Considering Using Kumar Rocker as Their Closer

Texas Rangers general manager Chris Young and manager Bruce Bochy have both denied a report that the team is considering using right-hander Kumar Rocker (shoulder) as their closer. Rocker is currently on the 15-day injured list with a right-shoulder impingement and hasn't pitched in the big leagues since April 24. The 25-year-old's fastball-slider combination could […]

Corey Seager Takes Live Batting Practice

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (hamstring) took live batting practice on Monday before the series opener at Globe Life Park against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to The Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant. However, Grant says that he thinks the Rangers will wait at least a day to activate him from the 10-day injured list. […]

Harrison Bader Scratched With Sore Finger

Minnesota Twins outfielder Harrison Bader (finger) has been scratched from the lineup for Monday's series opener against the hosting Tampa Bay Rays with a sore finger, according to manager Rocco Baldelli. "I think he's gonna be fine," Baldelli said, while also stating that the Twins will be sure "he's good to go before we send […]

Kyren Paris Optioned to Triple-A

The Los Angeles Angels announced on Monday that they optioned infielder Kyren Paris to Triple-A Salt Lake to make room on the active roster for recently signed infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor. Paris got out to a blistering start for the Angels in 2025 at the plate, but he's cooled off noticeably since the middle of April […]

Chris Taylor Signs With Angels, to Start on Monday

Free-agent super-utility man Chris Taylor signed an undisclosed deal with the Los Angeles Angels on Monday and will start in center field and bat eighth in his debut with the team for the series opener against the visiting New York Yankees and left-hander Ryan Yarbrough, sources tell The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal. In a corresponding move, […]

Yu Darvish's Rehab Assignment Paused

San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish (elbow) is not ready to come off the injured list to make his 2025 debut in the big leagues after feeling tightness in his right elbow after his last minor-league rehab start with Triple-A El Paso on May 14, according to The San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee. The good […]

Luis Arraez Out for Series Opener Versus Marlins

San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez is out of the starting lineup for Monday's series opener at Petco Park against his former team, the Miami Marlins. With Arraez resting, Jake Cronenworth will start at first base and bat sixth, with Jose Iglesias starting at second base and batting eighth against Marlins left-hander Ryan Weathers. […]

Bryan Reynolds Back in Monday's Lineup

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds (undisclosed) is back in right field and is hitting third in the batting order in Monday's series opener in the desert against the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Ryne Nelson. General manager Ben Cherington said that Reynolds was held out of Sunday's game due to "a little tightness in the trunk," […]

Jake Cousins Throws Side Session

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Jake Cousins (forearm, pectoral) threw a side session of around 30 pitches on Saturday, according to MLB.com. Imaging on Cousins did not show any significant concerns, and he should continue to build up his arm for a potential return to the Yankees' bullpen at some point in June. In addition […]

Marcus Stroman to Throw a Bullpen on Tuesday

New York Yankees right-hander Marcus Stroman (knee) has been dealing with persistent discomfort in his left knee, but tests have not shown any structural damage. Stroman threw a side session on Saturday and is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday, according to MLB.com. The 34-year-old veteran is currently on the 15-day injured list […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Could Start Rehab Assignment This Week

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) hit against velocity over the weekend of May 23-25 and could face live pitching and/or go on a minor-league rehab assignment this week, according to MLB.com. Chisholm suffered a strained right oblique almost four weeks ago but could return in early June as long as he doesn't […]

Giancarlo Stanton Getting Closer to Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said on Sunday that outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (elbows) would take live batting practice "over the next two weeks." Cashman thinks that Stanton is "getting really close to doing a rehab assignment thereafter." Stanton remains on the 10-day injured list with torn tendons in both of his elbows, […]

Shane Bieber to Make First Rehab Start on Saturday

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) will make his first minor-league rehab start on Saturday in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League, according to Guardians Prospective. Bieber is progressing from Tommy John surgery in April of last year and is finally ready to resume pitching in games. It's a big step for the two-time All-Star and […]

Carlos Santana Out Against Dodgers

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana (leg) is sitting out of Monday's series opener against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers at Progressive Field. Kyle Manzardo is starting at first base and batting cleanup against Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Santana should be considered day-to-day this week after he was scratched from Sunday's lineup with tightness in […]

Frankie Montas Begins Rehab Assignment

New York Mets right-hander Frankie Montas (lat) started his minor-league rehab assignment on Saturday with High-A Brooklyn, according to The Athletic's Tim Britton. Montas is likely to need close to the full 30 days for his rehab assignment before he's ready to return to the big-league starting rotation. The 32-year-old veteran has been out since […]

Paul Blackburn to Make Final Rehab Start on Tuesday

New York Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn (knee) will make his seventh minor-league rehab start on Tuesday for Triple-A Syracuse, according to The Athletic's Tim Britton. The Mets have kept Blackburn in the minor leagues as they postpone a decision on their starting rotation. They will need a sixth starter in the first week of June, […]

Jose Siri to Face Live Pitching on Thursday

New York Mets outfielder Jose Siri (leg) will face left-hander Sean Manaea (oblique) during a live batting practice session on Thursday, according to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. Siri is recovering from a fractured left tibia that has kept him out since April 12. He has more boxes to check off before being cleared for a minor-league […]

Sean Manaea to Throw Live Batting Practice on Thursday

New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea (oblique) will throw live batting practice on Thursday, which will be the first time he has faced live hitters since straining his left oblique in spring training, according to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. Manaea was placed on the 15-day injured list way back on Feb. 24 and has yet to […]

Mark Vientos on the Bench on Monday

New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos will retreat to the bench for Monday's series opener against the visiting Chicago White Sox at Citi Field. Brett Baty is starting at third base and is batting sixth versus White Sox right-hander Adrian Houser. Vientos didn't play on Friday or Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers due […]

Brandon Nimmo Returns to Face White Sox

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (neck) is back in left field and is hitting second for Monday's series opener against the visiting Chicago White Sox at Citi Field. Nimmo missed the entire three-game series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers over the weekend due to neck stiffness, but he's back to begin the new week […]

Gary Sanchez Takes Batting Practice on the Field

Baltimore Orioles catcher Gary Sanchez (wrist) took batting practice on the field at Camden Yards on Monday before the series opener against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals. Sanchez continues to progress from inflammation in his right wrist that has kept him out since April 28. Before getting hurt, Sanchez was serving as the backup to […]

Ramon Laureano Hitting in Batting Cage

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Ramon Laureano (ankle) is hitting in the batting cage on Monday before the series opener at Camden Yards against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals. Laureano recently went on the 10-day injured list with a left-ankle sprain, but he's already swinging the bat and could have a minimal stay on the IL. The […]

Jordan Westburg Starting Rehab Assignment

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg (hamstring) and outfielder Colton Cowser (thumb) are starting their minor-league rehab assignments with Triple-A Norfolk on Monday. Westburg is finally ready to play in games against after suffering a setback with his hamstring injury earlier this month. The 26-year-old has not played since injuring his hamstring on April 26. It's […]

Adley Rutschman Not Playing on Monday

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (head) is not in the team's starting lineup for Monday's series opener against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals at Camden Yards. Maverick Handley is catching right-hander Charlie Morton and is batting ninth against Cardinals right-hander Erick Fedde. Rutschman took a foul tip off his mask on Sunday and was removed […]

Alek Manoah Continues to Build Up Following Elbow Surgery

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah (elbow) is throwing two bullpen sessions a week and has recently pushed past 40 pitches, according to The Athletic's Mitch Bannon. Manoah is currently working on getting a feel for his pitches, commanding the strike zone and simulating plate appearances and pitch sequencing after having Tommy John surgery in […]

George Springer Absent Against Rangers

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder/designated hitter George Springer is not in the team's starting lineup for Monday's series opener against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Nathan Lukes will start in left field for the Jays and hit ninth against Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom, while first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is serving as the designated […]

John Rave Joins MLB Roster

The Kansas City Royals announced on Monday that they selected the contract of outfielder John Rave from Triple-A Omaha and optioned infielder Cavan Biggio to Omaha in a corresponding move. Rave will be making his major-league debut when he gets into a game after hitting .301/.382/.549 with a .931 OPS, nine home runs, eight doubles, […]