Giants Send Hayden Birdsong Back to Minors

The San Francisco Giants optioned right-handers Hayden Birdsong and Tristan Beck on Tuesday, according to Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle. In a corresponding move, pitchers Carson Seymour and Sean Hjelle were recalled from Triple-A Sacramento. The move to demote Birdsong comes after he surrendered five earned runs on just one hit while walking […]

Starling Marte Back From Injured List

The New York Mets announced on Tuesday that they reinstated outfielder/designated hitter Starling Marte (knee) from the 10-day injured list and optioned infielder Jared Young to Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. It's unclear if Marte will enter the starting lineup right away for Tuesday's contest against the visiting Los Angeles Angels. The 36-year-old veteran […]

Rays Acquire Stuart Fairchild From Braves

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday in exchange for cash considerations, according to Ryan Bass of Bally Sports. To make room for Fairchild on the 40-man roster, the Rays transferred right-hander Manuel Rodriguez (forearm) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL. Fairchild will head to […]

Rays Place Brandon Lowe on Injured List

The Tampa Bay Rays placed infielder Brandon Lowe (ankle, foot) on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with left-ankle/foot tendinitis, according to Bally Sports' Ryan Bass. It was announced on Saturday that Lowe was removed from the game due to plantar fasciitis in his left foot, but now he's apparently dealing with ankle and foot […]

Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery on the Field A lot Together

DetroitLions.com's Tim Twentyman reports that he's seen Detroit Lions running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery on the field together over the first three training camp practices, maybe more than he can remember in the last two years. It appears that new offensive coordinator John Morton likes the Gibbs-Monty combination and the pressure they can […]

Rashee Rice Heavily Targeted on Tuesday

ESPN's Nate Taylor reports that Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice was the biggest winner of Tuesday's training camp practice and was the most-targeted receiver for quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Charles Goldman of A to Z Sports reported that Rice was most active working across the middle of the field on crossing routes and in […]

Quinshon Judkins Deal May Not be Immediate

As Cleveland Browns rookie second-round running back Quinshon Judkins' legal situation plays out regarding a domestic-violence incident, the Browns signing him to his rookie deal may not be immediate, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Because he's not signed, the 21-year-old Ohio State product is not at training camp with the rest of the team […]

Kyren Williams a Hold-in Candidate?

ESPN's Jourdan Rodrigue reports that Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams has reported to training camp this week amid contract talks with the team. However, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Williams is a potential hold-in candidate during camp, which means he may not take part in practices at all under he receives a […]

Anthony Richardson Sr. Avoids PUP - Former First-Rounder Still in Play For Starting Job?

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (shoulder) has avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin training camp, although the Colts will monitor his throws as he competes with Daniel Jones for the starting gig this summer. General manager Chris Ballard said that Richardson will take part in the first practice of camp on […]

Johan Oviedo Throws Bullpen Session on Monday

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Johan Oviedo (elbow, late) was scheduled to throw a bullpen session at PNC Park on Monday and meet with team doctors and coaches, according to interim manager Don Kelly. Oviedo made his fourth minor-league rehab start with Double-A Altoona last Friday and allowed an earned run on three hits while walking none […]

Samuel Basallo to Resume Hitting, Could Return This Weekend

Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo (oblique) will begin a hitting progression this week with hopes of returning for Triple-A Norfolk this weekend, Matt Weyrich of The Baltimore Sun reports. Basallo is working his way back from a right-oblique injury that has kept him out of action in the minors since July 13, but he […]

Bryce Miller Could Make Rehab Start on Friday

Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryce Miller (elbow) will either throw a second live batting practice session or make a minor-league rehab start with Triple-A Tacoma on Friday, per MLB.com. Miller threw 25 pitches in his first live BP session on Saturday while using all his pitches. He came away feeling good, which is why he's ready […]

Kerry Carpenter Runs at Full Speed, Set for Rehab Assignment

Detroit Tigers outfielder Kerry Carpenter (hamstring) did running drills at full speed on Monday at Comerica Park, and his next step will be going on a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo, according to the Detroit Free Press' Evan Petzold. "Everything is going really well," manager A.J. Hinch said. Carpenter is expected to join Toledo […]

Tanner Scott Likely Headed for Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed closer Tanner Scott (forearm) was pulled from his outing on Monday in the series opener against the Minnesota Twins and will "most likely" land on the injured list, according to manager Dave Roberts. Scott grimaced after releasing a slider and felt a "sting" in his left forearm. He will go for […]

Martin Perez Hopes to Start Rehab Assignment on Aug. 2

Chicago White Sox left-hander Martin Perez (elbow) is scheduled to face live hitters at the end of this week and is targeting a minor-league rehab assignment on Aug. 2, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin. Perez has been out with a flexor strain in his left elbow since mid-April, so the 34-year-old veteran southpaw is going […]

Starling Marte Should Rejoin Mets This Week

New York Mets outfielder/designated hitter Starling Marte (knee) should come off the 10-day injured list and rejoin the team this week, per manager Carlos Mendoza. Marte still needs another couple of days, but he most likely will not require a minor-league rehab assignment before returning. Barring a setback for the 36-year-old veteran over the next […]

Shelby Miller to Throw to Live Hitters on Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed reliever Shelby Miller (forearm) will throw to live hitters on Tuesday, according to Arizona Sports' Alex Weiner. Miller will take the next step in his recovery after throwing a bullpen session on Saturday. There's no clear timetable for the 34-year-old veteran's return, although there's a chance he could return to Arizona's bullpen […]

Chris Taylor Activated From Injured List on Monday

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated outfielder Chris Taylor (hand) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and optioned outfielder Gustavo Campero to Triple-A Salt Lake in a corresponding move. Taylor did not start in Monday's 7-5 loss to the hosting New York Mets at Citi Field, but he entered the game late as a pinch-hitter […]

J.T. Ginn to Start for A's on Tuesday

Athletics right-hander J.T. Ginn has been tabbed to make the start on Tuesday against the division-rival Texas Rangers, per Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Even though the matchup is a good one, Ginn will carry little fantasy upside in what will be his fifth start of the season and 12th appearance overall. The 26-year-old former second-rounder […]

Davis Martin to Come Off Injured List and Start on Tuesday

MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports that Chicago White Sox right-hander Davis Martin (forearm) will be activated from the 15-day injured list and start on Tuesday versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Martin will be returning to a 2-7 record, 3.79 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and just 53 strikeouts in 80 2/3 innings pitched over his 14 appearances (13 […]

Alec Burleson Fouls Pitch Off Knee, Leaves Early on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals left fielder Alec Burleson (knee) was removed from Monday's game early at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies after fouling a pitch off his right knee in the seventh inning, John Denton of MLB.com reports. Burleson looked to be in a lot of pain as he limped to the dugout. He was […]

Nolan Schanuel Back in Monday's Lineup

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel (wrist) is back at first base and is hitting second for Monday's series opener at Citi Field against the New York Mets and right-hander Kodai Senga. Schanuel left Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Phillies after being hit by a pitch on the left wrist, but thankfully he avoided […]

Nyheim Hines Agrees With Chargers

Former Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills running back Nyheim Hines, who hasn't played in the NFL for the last two seasons due to a knee injury, reached an undisclosed agreement with the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter. The 28-year-old initially tore his left ACL in a jet-skiing accident after […]

Treylon Burks Expected to be Good to Go for Training Camp

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks (knee) is expected to be good to go for training camp after only taking part in individual workouts during OTAs and minicamp this spring, according to ESPN's Turron Davenport. It's good news for Burks, who tore his ACL in Week 6 of last year, although the Titans could still […]

Bengals Looking to Get Deal Done With Trey Hendrickson?

Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin commented on the status of All-Pro pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson on Monday, saying, "He's an important part of our team. He's under contract and we expect all our guys under contract to be here. He's earned a raise and we'll see if we can get something done." The […]

Packers Reach Four-Year Extension With Zach Tom

The Green Bay Packers and offensive tackle Zach Tom agreed to a four-year, $88 million contract extension on Monday with a maximum value of $92 million, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. The deal includes a $30.2 million signing bonus, which is the largest signing bonus for an offensive lineman in NFL history. It's a […]

Bills Work Out Three Tight Ends on Monday

Per ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg, the Buffalo Bills worked out free-agent tight ends Gerrit Prince, Matt Sokol, Steven Stilianos and wide receiver David White on Monday. Tight end Dawson Knox practiced through a left-knee issue back in minicamp and seems fine, while Dalton Kincaid (knees) suffered a PCL sprain in his left knee in Week 10 […]

Pete Alonso Returns to Mets Lineup

As expected, New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (hand) is back at first base and is hitting cleanup for the Mets in the series opener at Citi Field on Monday against the visiting Los Angeles Angels and left-hander Tyler Anderson. Alonso didn't start for the first time all year in Sunday's win over the […]

Cody Bellinger, Ben Rice Out Against Toronto

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger and first baseman Ben Rice are both sitting for Monday's series opener in Canada against the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays. Trent Grisham will start in center field and will bat leadoff for the Yankees, while Paul Goldschmidt handles first base and hits sixth versus Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman. […]

Stephen Kolek to Start in Miami on Tuesday

San Diego Padres right-hander Stephen Kolek will be activated to start on Tuesday against the hosting Miami Marlins, according to MLB.com's AJ Cassavell. Kolek is on the team's taxi squad in Miami. The 28-year-old will be called up from Triple-A El Paso to re-enter SD's starting rotation for at least one start against the Fish. […]