Alcides Escobar To See Bulk Of Time At Shortstop

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said that shortstop Alcides Escobar will see the bulk of the time at shortstop this year, at least as things stand right now. The Nationals could always sign another player before the start of the season, but until/if that happens, Escobar will be the guy. The Nats picked the 35-year-old […]

Nolan Jones, Tyler Freeman Not Cleared For Games

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Nolan Jones (ankle, back) and shortstop Tyler Freeman (shoulder) have yet to be cleared to play in spring games. Jones had ankle surgery in the offseason and is now dealing with back pain, although he's starting to run, hit and throw in camp. Freeman, meanwhile, had soreness in his left shoulder […]

Derek Holland Joining The Red Sox

Free-agent left-hander Derek Holland announced on Twitter that he will be joining the Boston Red Sox this year. Holland made 39 appearances (one start) for the Detroit Tigers in 2021 and had a 5.07 ERA and 1.57 WHIP while striking out 51 and walking 20 in 49 2/3 innings. He's made just 14 starts over […]

Adam Engel Had Surgery For Torn Labrum

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel (shoulder) said that he had offseason surgery on his left shoulder to fix a torn labrum, which required five suture anchors to be used. The recovery from surgery allowed him to rest his legs after he dealt with hamstring issues last year as well, and he felt that his […]

Phillies Have Discussed Austin Meadows

The Philadelphia Phillies have talked to the Tampa Bay Rays about left fielder Austin Meadows, according to a major league source. It was reported earlier that the Phillies are also making a push to sign free-agent outfielder Nick Castellanos. Any additional move for an outfielder in Philadelphia figures to push the recently signed Kyle Schwarber […]

Trevor Story Choosing Between Four Teams

Superstar free-agent shortstop Trevor Story is choosing one of four teams soon. The San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox and two other teams remain in the mix for his services, and Story has prioritized winning. He's also considering a short-term positional move, too, if necessary. If Story were to sign with either the Giants or […]

Mike Soroka Agrees With Braves

The Atlanta Braves re-signed right-hander Mike Soroka to a one-year, $2.8 million deal on Friday to avoid salary arbitration. The 24-year-old missed all of the 2021 season due to an Achilles injury, and he won't be ready to rejoin the Braves starting rotation until the second half in 2022. The good news is that Soroka […]

Gardner Minshew A Possibility For Panthers?

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew could be a trade possibility for the Carolina Panthers after they made a run at him last year. The Panthers are going back to the drawing board for a QB after they were informed that they are out of the running for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Minshew would be […]

Packers Very Interested In Re-Signing Marquez Valdes-Scantling

The Green Bay Packers are very interested in re-signing wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, according to a source. The Packers have called and asked him to wait on making a decision in free agency. Valdes-Scantling has been looking for a one-year deal in the $7-10 million range. The Packers surprisingly traded All-Pro receiver Davante Adams to […]

Ray-Ray McCloud Signs With 49ers

Free-agent wide receiver/return specialist Ray-Ray McCloud signed an undisclosed two-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, according to a source. McCloud led the NFL in punt-return yards (367) and also caught 39 passes for 277 yards on 66 targets in 16 games (five starts) for the Pittsburgh Steelers last year. The 25-year-old is […]

Buccaneers Sign Logan Ryan

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed former New York Giants captain Logan Ryan to an undisclosed deal on Friday, according to sources. Ryan is another old friend of quarterback Tom Brady and will give Tampa a leader in their secondary. The 31-year-old safety won two Super Bowls with Brady for the New England Patriots. Ryan moved […]

Eagles Close To Bringing Fletcher Cox Back

The Philadelphia Eagles released defensive lineman Fletcher Cox in a cost-saving move on Thursday, but the team has made progress on bringing him back. The two sides have discussed a one-year deal that would guarantee $14 million. The six-time Pro Bowler over 10 seasons in Philly previously had an $18 million salary that would have […]

Bears Sign Justin Jones After Larry Ogunjobi Deal Falls Through

The Chicago Bears are signing former Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Justin Jones to an undisclosed deal on Friday, according to a source. The deal comes after the Bears deal for defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (foot) fell through due to a failed physical. Chicago had previously agreed to a three-year, $40.5 million deal with the […]

Cowboys Agree With Leighton Vander Esch

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with linebacker Leighton Vander Esch on Friday, according to a source. The Cowboys bring their former first-round pick back, and it's a deal that makes sense for Dallas with young star pass-rusher Micah Parsons set to play a significant number of snaps on the edge. Vander […]

Garrett Griffin Signs With Lions

Former New Orleans Saints tight end Garrett Griffin signed an undisclosed deal with the Detroit Lions on Thursday, according to a source. Griffin played for head coach Dan Campbell when Campbell coached tight ends for the Saints. The 28-year-old spent his first four seasons in the NFL with the Saints, and he caught all four […]

Padres Trade For Luke Voit

The San Diego Padres are acquiring first baseman Luke Voit from the New York Yankees on Friday in exchange for minor league pitcher Justin Lang. Voit could settle into the regular designated hitter role for the Padres this year, and he should help replace some power that will be lost with superstar shortstop Fernando Tatis […]

Braves, Padres In Talks With Jorge Soler

The Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres are in talks with free-agent outfielder Jorge Soler, according to a trusted source. The Braves already re-signed postseason hero Eddie Rosario, and Soler could be next to help replace some of the power that was lost when first baseman Freddie Freeman signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Soler, […]

Dominic Smith Played With Torn Labrum Last Year

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith (shoulder) played with a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder last season. Smith also dealt with a right wrist strain and a groin issue in 2021, but through it all, he still managed to play in 145 games. After his shoulder injury, he wasn't the same hitter […]

Starling Marte Expects To Hit Soon

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (oblique) isn't in the team's starting lineup for an intrasquad game on Friday, but he said he expects to start hitting in the next few days. Marte said he should be ready for Opening Day. The 33-year-old hasn't done much early in camp due to a sore oblique. The […]

Garrett Richards Joins Rangers

Free-agent right-hander Garrett Richards signed an undisclosed one-year deal with the Texas Rangers on Thursday. The deal includes an option for the 2023 season. Richards was with the Boston Red Sox last season, posting a 4.87 ERA, 1.59 WHIP, three saves, 115 strikeouts and 60 walks in 40 appearances (22 starts) over 136 2/3 innings […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Named Opening Day Starter

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez will be the team's Opening Day starter in 2022. Rodriguez will take the bump for the first time in a Tigers uniform on April 8 against the Chicago White Sox. The 28-year-old left-hander is also starting the team's first spring training game on Friday. E-Rod signed a five-year, $77 […]

Phillies In Serious Pursuit Of Nick Castellanos

The Philadelphia Phillies are in serious pursuit of free-agent outfielder Nick Castellanos, according to sources. Castellanos would put the Phillies well over the luxury tax threshold, but they appear to view him as a big enough difference-maker to justify that. A Castellanos signing would push the recently signed Kyle Schwarber to designated hitter. The cost-cutting […]

La'el Collins Visits With Bengals

Free-agent offensive tackle La'el Collins visited with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, according to sources. Collins was released by the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, but he could find a new home very quickly. The 28-year-old missed five games last year due to a suspension after missing the entire 2020 season after having hip surgery. Before […]

Eli Apple Returns To Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed cornerback Eli Apple to a one-year, $4 million deal on Thursday, according to a source. Apple, a former first-round pick of the New York Giants in 2016, had 49 tackles (38 solo), two interceptions, 10 passes defensed and a fumble recovery in 16 games (15 starts) in 2021 in his first […]

Adam Thielen Restructures Contract

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen restructured his contract on Friday and will remain with the team. The restructure is expected to lower his salary cap number for the 2022 season. The Vikings likely converted a portion of his base salary this year into a signing bonus. The 31-year-old pass-catcher had ankle surgery in late […]

Rams Receiving Calls On Robert Woods

After the Los Angeles Rams signed wide receiver Allen Robinson II on Thursday, they have received calls about the availability of Robert Woods, who is now a prime trade candidate, according to league sources. Woods is coming off a torn ACL last year, but he is expected to be ready for training camp this summer. […]

Falcons Push Back Decision On Matt Ryan

The Atlanta Falcons and quarterback Matt Ryan agreed to push back the $7.5 million roster bonus due to Ryan from Friday to next Tuesday, giving Ryan four extra days to vet his trade options, according to sources. The Falcons are a finalist to land Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, with some saying that Atlanta is […]

Deshaun Watson Down To Two Teams

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is down to the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints as trade partners after the Carolina Panthers were informed on Thursday that they have been ruled out. The Cleveland Browns are also out. He's still going back and forth, but he could make his decision as soon as Friday. The […]

Byron Pringle Expected To Sign With Bears

Kansas City Chiefs free-agent wide receiver Byron Pringle is expected to sign with the Chicago Bears, according to a source. Pringle will head to Chicago after spending his first three seasons in the NFL with the Chiefs, where he totaled 67 catches on 93 targets for 898 yards and seven touchdowns. He had his best […]

Michael Kopech Had COVID Last Month

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech said he had COVID-19 in the last week in February, but he feels that he'll be ready for Opening Day and to pitch every five days once the season begins. The White Sox said a few days ago that Kopech is a bit behind the other starting candidate […]