Kerry Carpenter Returns on Thursday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's series finale against the division-rival Chicago White Sox, serving as the designated hitter and batting third against White Sox right-hander Sean Burke. Carpenter returns quickly to the lineup after being scratched from Wednesday's game with a right-hamstring injury that turned out […]

Luis Robert Jr. Hit in Head During Batting Practice, Will Return on Friday

Updating a previous report, Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable said that outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (head) had a ball deflect off his head during batting practice, which is why he's resting as a precaution on Thursday against the division-rival Detroit Tigers. Robert will be back in the lineup for Friday's series opener versus the […]

Jaylen Wright Expected to Carry More of the Load in 2025

Miami Dolphins running back Jaylen Wright carried the ball only 68 times for 249 yards and caught three of his six targets for eight yards in his first year in the NFL in 2024. However, it was a learning experience for Wright behind Raheem Mostert and De'Von Achane. With Mostert now with the Raiders, Wright […]

Terry McLaurin Frustrated With Extension Talks, Leaves Voluntary Workouts

Washington Commanders All-Pro wide receiver Terry McLaurin has made it clear to the team that he's frustrated with the lack of progress on a potential long-term contract extension, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. After initially attending voluntary organized team activities, McLaurin unexpectedly left the workouts, and it remains to be seen whether he'll report […]

Malcolm Rodriguez Not Expected to Return Until November

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (knee) isn't expected to return from his knee injury until November. Rodriguez made it through 10 games (six starts) for Detroit in 2024 in his third year in the league before tearing his ACL against the Chicago Bears and going on season-ending Injured Reserve. […]

Jahmyr Gibbs Standing Out This Spring

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that running back Jahmyr Gibbs has stood out this spring during voluntary organized team activities. This news really shouldn't surprise anyone. Gibbs, who was taken 12th overall in the 2023 NFL draft, has made the Pro Bowl in each of his two NFL seasons and took a step […]

Rashod Bateman Signs Three-Year Extension With Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens and wide receiver Rashod Bateman agreed to a three-year, $36.75 million contract extension on Thursday that includes $20 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. It's the second straight year that Bateman and the Ravens agreed to an extension after the team gave him a two-year, $12.87 million deal that ran […]

Travis Jankowski Elects Free Agency

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Travis Jankowski cleared waivers on Wednesday and elected free agency instead of accepting an outright assignment to the minors leagues after returning from the 10-day injured list with a strained left groin. Jankowski was valuable to the Rays earlier this season when the team was dealing with multiple injuries to starting […]

Mark Vientos has Low-Grade Strain

MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports that New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos (hamstring) is dealing with a low-grade hamstring strain. He will receive 10 to 14 days of treatment before restarting baseball activities, which means he won't be ready to return from the 10-day injured list when he's eligible, and we might not see him […]

J.T. Realmuto Leaves After Taking Foul Ball to Groin

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (groin) took a foul ball off his groin in the ninth inning in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the hosting Toronto Blue Jays at the Rogers Centre and was removed from the game early. Realmuto was down on the ground for a few minutes before walking into the clubhouse under a […]

Chargers Sign Bud Dupree to Contract Extension

The Los Angeles Chargers announced on Wednesday that they signed outside linebacker Bud Dupree to a one-year contract extension worth $6 million. Dupree will be rewarded after a good first season in L.A. with 28 tackles (18 solo), six sacks, six tackles for loss, 10 QB hits, his second career interception, two pass breakups and […]

Joey Bart Still in Concussion Protocol

Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart (concussion) has returned to full baseball activities but is still in the league's concussion protocol, according to senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk. Bart is making progress but isn't ready to be cleared while being monitored on a day-by-day basis. When he's finally cleared, the Pirates and doctors will […]

Alex Bregman Recovering at "Warp Speed"

Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (quadriceps) said his recovery from a right-quadriceps strain is going at "warp speed." "About 10 times better," Bregman said on Tuesday. Although an MRI exam showed that his injury was similar to a left-quad strain that kept him out for almost 10 weeks in 2021 with the Houston […]

Cedric Mullins Should Resume Baseball Activities Soon

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins (hamstring) is running and should resume baseball activities soon, according to interim manager Tony Mansolino. Mullins landed on the 10-day injured list last Friday with a right-hamstring strain but could return relatively quickly, although it may not come when he's first eligible this Sunday. The 30-year-old left-handed-hitting outfielder really struggled […]

Tyler O'Neill to Start Rehab Assignment This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (shoulder) is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend, according to The Baltimore Banner's Andy Kostka. O'Neill is expected to join Triple-A Norfolk as he wraps up his rehab from a left-shoulder impingement. Barring a setback for the oft-injured 29-year-old outfielder, O'Neill could rejoin the big-league roster at […]

Jordan Westburg Could Return This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg (hamstring) was scheduled to play in minor-league rehab games with Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday and Wednesday before the Orioles decide on his next step, according to The Baltimore Banner's Andy Kostka. In four rehab games, Westburg has gone 4-for-15 with two doubles, two RBI and a run scored for Norfolk. […]

Yankees Haven't Decided on Giancarlo Stanton's Next Steps

The New York Yankees haven't made a decision on the next steps for outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (elbows) as he rehabs from tennis elbow in both of his arms. Manager Aaron Boone is hoping to have more concrete plans for Stanton in the next 24 hours. The 35-year-old veteran slugger has been making progress and […]

Aaron Nola to be Shut Down Due to Side Stiffness

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola (ankle, side) was scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday, but instead he'll be shut down for a day or two, according to manager Rob Thomson. Nola felt some stiffness in his right side, although Thomson said it's "very mild" and the team is being overly cautious. The 32-year-old […]

Cardinals-Royals Postponed on Wednesday

Wednesday's contest between the Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather, according to The Athletic's Katie Woo. The two teams will now play a doubleheader on Thursday. The Royals were scheduled to go with left-hander Noah Cameron on the mound on Wednesday, while being opposed […]

49ers Place Trent Taylor on Injured Reserve

The San Francisco 49ers announced on Tuesday that they placed wide receiver Trent Taylor (undisclosed) on Injured Reserve and signed receiver Malik Knowles to an undisclosed one-year deal in a corresponding move. It's unclear exactly what Taylor's injury is, but he's now expected to miss the entire 2025 season. The 31-year-old former fifth-round pick (177th […]

Jaguars Sign Trenton Irwin

The Jacksonville Jaguars signed free-agent wide receiver Trenton Irwin to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to KPRC 2 Sports' Aaron Wilson. Irwin will head to the AFC South after spending the first six seasons of his NFL career playing for the Cincinnati Bengals. The 29-year-old former undrafted free agent out of Stanford debuted in […]

Saquon Barkley Says his Retirement Could Come Abruptly

When asked about retirement down the road, Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley said could eventually be a spur-of-the-moment decision. "I'll probably be one of those guys that it would be out of nowhere," Barkley said. "I'll probably just wake up one day, whether it's next year or two years or four years and […]

Dolphins Want to Keep Jonnu Smith

The NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe says that both the Miami Dolphins and tight end Jonnu Smith want to continue their relationship in 2025. However, Smith has been a trade candidate of late because he's looking for a new deal after posting the best season ever for a tight end in Miami with 88 catches on […]

J.K. Dobbins to Visit With Broncos on Thursday

Former Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins is headed to Denver on Wednesday night to have dinner with coaches and to visit the Broncos facility on Thursday, a source tells NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Dobbins, who was originally taken 55th overall in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft by the Baltimore Ravens […]

Addison Barger Batting Third on Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays infielder/outfielder Addison Barger is starting at third base and is batting in the three-hole in Wednesday's game at the Rogers Centre against the visiting Philadelphia Phillies and rookie right-hander Mick Abel, who will be making just his second start in the majors. Barger, 25, is one of the hottest hitters in baseball […]

Kumar Rocker Activated and Starting Against Rays

The Texas Rangers activated right-handed pitching prospect Kumar Rocker (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list, and he is making the start on the road at George M. Steinbrenner Field against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. Rocker is the team's No. 2 prospect, but there are several reasons why fantasy manager will want to avoid […]

Adolis Garcia Back in Rangers Lineup in Seven-Hole

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the hosting Tampa Bay Rays and right-hander Shane Baz, starting in right field and batting seventh. Garcia has endured a season-long slump in 2025 and was benched for the last four games for a "mental break." The 32-year-old Cuban slugger enters […]

Kyle Tucker Out Again on Wednesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (finger) remains out of the team's starting lineup as the series continues in D.C. on Wednesday against the hosting Washington Nationals. Seiya Suzuki is starting in right field and batting second, while Justin Turner will serve as the designated hitter again and bat eighth against Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore. Tucker […]

White Sox Place Lenyn Sosa on 10-Day Injured List With Hip Strain

The Chicago White Sox announced on Wednesday that they placed infielder Lenyn Sosa (hip) on the 10-day injured list with a right hip-flexor strain and recalled infielder Tim Elko from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move. Sosa went 0-for-4 in Monday's loss to the Detroit Tigers and didn't play on Tuesday. The 25-year-old has hit […]

Phillies Put Zack Wheeler on Paternity List

The Philadelphia Phillies announced on Wednesday that they placed right-hander Zack Wheeler on the paternity list and recalled right-handed pitching prospect Mick Abel from Triple-A Lehigh Valley in a corresponding move. With Wheeler away from the team for a few days, Abel will come up from the minors to make a spot start in Toronto […]