Madison Bumgarner To Be Skipped This Weekend

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said that left-hander Madison Bumgarner will be skipped his next time through the starting rotation this weekend during the series against the Chicago White Sox. Bumgarner will work with pitching coach Brent Strom to tweak some things and will return during the team's series against the Philadelphia Phillies, which starts […]

Yankees To Activate Giancarlo Stanton Thursday

New York Yankees skipper Aaron Boone said that the plan is to activate outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (Achilles) from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. Stanton should be back in the starting lineup immediately against the Oakland Athletics, but the team could ease him back in the designated hitter spot. The 32-year-old power hitter went 0-for-7 […]

Ryan Helsley Likely To Return Friday

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said that closer Ryan Helsley is likely to rejoin the team from the restricted list on Friday for the start of a series against the Atlanta Braves. The Cardinals originally thought that Helsley would return on Wednesday, but he has taken a bit more time to be with his […]

Ryan Pressly Unavailable Again Wednesday

Houston Astros skipper Dusty Baker said that closer Ryan Pressly (neck) will likely be unavailable for the second straight game on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins while dealing with neck stiffness. It's an issue that Pressly has dealt with already this season, so fantasy managers should make plans just in case the 33-year-old right-hander will […]

Wander Franco Feeling Much Better

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (wrist) said he feels "super good right now and getting better" and that his hand "didn't bother me much at all" after he took swing on Tuesday. He will do a full workout on Wednesday and should be able to resume his minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Durham […]

Royals Send Zack Greinke To The Injured List

The Kansas City Royals placed right-hander Zack Greinke (forearm) on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tightness on Wednesday and recalled right-hander Collin Snider from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move. The Royals also placed right-hander Josh Staumont (biceps) on the 15-day IL and recalled left-hander Anthony Misiewicz from Omaha. Greinke's IL stint is […]

Willson Contreras Still Out Wednesday Against Cardinals

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras (ankle) remains out of the starting lineup on Wednesday against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals. Contreras is dealing with left ankle stiffness and didn't play in either game of a doubleheader against St. Louis on Tuesday. For now, fantasy managers should consider the 30-year-old All-Star catcher as day-to-day. With Contreras […]

Titans Acquire Ugo Amadi From Eagles

The Tennessee Titans acquired safety Ugo Amadi from the Philadelphia Eagles on Wednesday in exchange for late 2024 draft picks, according to a source. The Eagles had recently acquired Amadi in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks. Amadi should serve as useful secondary depth in Tennessee. The 25-year-old was originally a fourth-round pick by the […]

Alex Leatherwood Could Be Traded Or Released

The Las Vegas Raiders are facing a major decision on second-year offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood with final roster cuts less than a week away. The 17th overall pick in last year's draft has fallen behind in the training camp battle at right tackle, and people with knowledge of the team's thinking suggest the Raiders could […]

Michael Gallup Won't Start Season On PUP List

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said that wide receiver Michael Gallup (knee) will not start the regular season on the Physically Unable to Perform list, which means Gallup will be able to play at some point within the first four games. Gallup still isn't expected to be ready for Week 1, but there's a possibility […]

Ricky Seals-Jones Won't Play In 2022

The New York Giants placed tight end Ricky Seals-Jones (toe) on the season-ending Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Rookie linebacker Darrian Beavers (knee) and tight end Andre Miller (forearm) were also placed on IR. Offensive linemen Matt Peart (knee) and Nick Gates (leg) will begin on the Physically Unable to Perform list and will miss at […]

Collin Johnson Suffers Torn Achilles Wednesday

New York Giants wide receiver Collin Johnson (Achilles) tore his Achilles in training camp practice on Wednesday, according to the team. It's a tough break, as Johnson had impressed this summer and looked primed for serious playing time. Instead, he'll miss the entire 2022 campaign. In two preseason games, he caught 10 passes for 123 […]

Trey Sermon On The Roster Bubble

San Francisco 49ers second-year running back Trey Sermon appears to be on the roster bubble with training camp nearing an end. Elijah Mitchell, Jeff Wilson Jr. and rookie Tyrion Davis-Price should be assured roster spots. It will come down to Sermon, JaMycal Hasty and Jordan Mason for one spot. Hasty gives the team something a […]

Joshua Palmer Clears Concussion Protocol

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (concussion) cleared the league's concussion protocol and was doing individual drills in training camp practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Brandon Staley. Palmer has been a standout in camp this summer and caught three passes for 75 yards and a touchdown in the second preseason game against […]

Michael Carter Still The RB1 For Jets

New York Jets running back Michael Carter had a good day at training camp practice on Wednesday while running and catching, and he is still the team's RB1, according to a tweet from ESPN New York's Rich Cimini. Rookie Breece Hall is fully expected to surpass Carter as the lead back at some point this […]

Jaylen Waddle Has Missed A Lot Of Practice Time

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (undisclosed) has had the biggest jump within the offensive scheme from organized team activities to training camp, according to head coach Mike McDaniel. However, Waddle has also missed most of the last two weeks with what McDaniel said was being cautious after Waddle came in tight. The Dolphins haven't […]

Joe Burrow Returns To Team Drills With No Limitations

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (appendix) was scheduled to take part in 11-on-11 team drills in training camp practice on Wednesday without limitations. "I could go out there and play but I'm not where I want to be yet," Burrow said. The 25-year-old had an appendectomy on July 26 and has been brought along slowly […]

Darren Waller's Week 1 Status Up In The Air

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels said he's not concerned about the absence of tight end Darren Waller (undisclosed) in training camp, but he's also uncomfortable making a prediction about Waller's status for the Week 1 regular season opener against the division-rival Los Angeles Chargers. Waller has been dealing with an undisclosed injury that […]

Grayson Rodriguez Faces Live Hitters Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez (lat) faced live hitters for the first time during a live batting practice session in Florida on Wednesday, according to the team. Rodriguez is scheduled for a simulated game later in the week, which will be the next step before he potentially pitches in rehab games. The No. 4 […]

Tigers Want Spencer Torkelson To Return This Season

The Detroit Tigers want rookie first baseman Spencer Torkelson to return to the big leagues before the end of the 2022 season, but they would much prefer that his promotion be based on his production/improvement at Triple-A Toledo. "Our goal when we sent him down was for him to come back. He's got to be […]

Ryan Helsley Won't Return Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley won't return from the restricted list on Wednesday. Helsley was placed on the paternity list late last week and was then sent to the restricted list, but he should rejoin the team's bullpen later this week. Giovanny Gallegos has been filling in as the closer and recorded a save […]

Kris Bryant Receives Injection

Colorado Rockies third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (foot) received a platelet-rich plasma injection to help with the plantar fasciitis in his left foot, and the Rockies will have another update on him in seven to 10 days. Bryant has been on the shelf since early August, is in a walking boot and has yet to resume […]

Brandon Belt Placed On Injured List

The San Francisco Giants placed first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday and recalled outfielder Bryce Johnson from Triple-A Sacramento in a corresponding move. Belt is dealing with right knee inflammation on the same knee that he's already had multiple surgeries on in recent years, so it's a good bet […]

Eloy Jimenez Not Playing Against Orioles

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (elbow) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles. Jimenez was hit by a 100 mph fastball on Wednesday, but thankfully X-rays were negative and he's just dealing with a bruise. Fantasy managers should consider the 25-year-old slugger day-to-day. AJ Pollock is in left field […]

Javier Baez A Late Scratch Wednesday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (back) was scratched from the team's starting lineup on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants due to back spasms. In his place, Kody Clemens got the start at the keystone and hit third in the lineup against Giants right-hander Logan Webb, while Willi Castro moved to shortstop and hit fifth. […]

Yu Darvish Expected To Start This Weekend

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish, who was placed on the paternity list on Tuesday, is throwing his normal between-starts bullpen session on Wednesday and is definitely tracking towards a return to the starting rotation this weekend against the Kansas City Royals, according to skipper Bob Melvin. The 36-year-old veteran Japanese right-hander hasn't been […]

Juan Soto Officially Out Wednesday

As expected, San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto (back) is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Cleveland Guardians. Soto was scratched from the lineup on Tuesday with left mid-back soreness, and he'll miss his second straight game. The 23-year-old superstar will be hoping to return to the lineup for the start of […]

Jeff Wilson Jr. Expected To Start In Preseason Finale

With San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (hamstring) still sidelined, Jeff Wilson Jr. is expected to start the team's preseason finale on Thursday against the Houston Texans. Wilson played in just nine regular season games last year due to injury and finished with 79 carries for 294 yards and two touchdowns. But he's healthy […]

Mack Hollins The Favorite For No. 3 Job

The biggest news at Las Vegas Raiders training camp this summer has been wide receiver Mack Hollins seemingly winning the No. 3 receiver spot and the team releasing Demarcus Robinson. Hollins will still be well behind Davante Adams, Hunter Renfrow and tight end Darren Waller in the pecking order for targets from quarterback Derek Carr […]

D'Andre Swift Is Detroit's Best Playmaker

Detroit Lions third-year running back D'Andre Swift showed up to training camp in great shape and is focused on having the breakout season that the team thinks he can have in this offense. The Lions will continue to rotate Swift with veteran Jamaal Williams, but Swift remains the team's best playmaker. He'll get his share […]