Shohei Ohtani Getting First Breather Of The Season

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani will get his first day off of the season on Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians. Ohtani gave up two runs over five innings on the mound in the win over Cleveland on Wednesday while also going 3-for-5 at the plate with a double, RBI and a run scored. […]

Chris Sale Throws Bullpen Session

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (ribs) threw a seven-pitch bullpen session off a mound earlier this week. Throwing off a mound was a significant step for Sale, although the Red Sox are obviously playing it conservative with his throwing progression. The 33-year-old left-hander has been playing catch since the middle of April, but […]

J.D. Martinez Aggravates Groin Injury, Out Thursday

Boston Red Sox outfielder/designated hitter J.D. Martinez (groin) aggravated his adductor injury while pulling into second base on Wednesday night and is out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays as a result. Manager Alex Cora is hoping Martinez can start at some point this weekend against the Baltimore Orioles, but […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Not Playing Thursday

X-rays on Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s right foot on Wednesday night came back negative, according to manager Charlie Montoyo, but Guerrero is still "really sore," which is why he's getting the day off on Thursday against the Boston Red Sox. There's a possibility that Guerrero could pinch hit on Thursday, depending […]

Jose Altuve On Track To Return Monday

Houston Astros general manager James Click said that second baseman Jose Altuve (hamstring) will head to Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday and play a couple of rehab games with them before being activated from the injured list on Monday, barring any setbacks. Altuve went on the injured list on April 20 with a hamstring injury, […]

Kyle Tucker Sitting Thursday

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Texas Rangers. Tucker is just getting a normal day of rest, but fantasy managers need to make sure to move him to the bench in leagues that allow daily lineup moves. The 25-year-old left-handed slugger has three home runs and […]

Giants Exercise Dexter Lawrence's Fifth-Year Option

The New York Giants exercised the fifth-year option on defensive end Dexter Lawrence on Thursday, according to a source. In other Giants news, the team declined to pick up quarterback Daniel Jones' fifth-year option, as expected. Lawrence, who was the 17th overall pick in 2019, has played well as a pass-rusher and run defender in […]

Jets Could Still Trade For Deebo Samuel

The New York Jets could still pull off a trade for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel on Thursday, according to sources. It sets up the possibility of the ultimate draft-night drama, and it's quite possible that both teams are waiting to see what's available at pick No. 10 before pulling the trigger. The […]

Patriots Re-Sign Carl Davis

The New England Patriots re-signed nose tackle Carl Davis to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Davis will return for a third season in New England after recording 19 tackles (12 solo) and one sack in 17 games (four starts) for the Patriots last year. The 30-year-old will return to compete for a rotational role on […]

Broncos Sign Blessuan Austin

The Denver Broncos signed free-agent cornerback Blessuan Austin to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday after his three-day minicamp tryout, according to a source. Austin started 17 games over the last three seasons with the New York Jets and Seattle Seahawks. The 25-year-old defensive back played in 11 games (one start) for the Seahawks last year […]

Giants Not Picking Up Daniel Jones' Fifth-Year Option

As expected, the New York Giants are not picking up quarterback Daniel Jones' fifth-year option, according to a source with knowledge of the team's plans. However, if Jones plays well in 2022, he'll have a chance to cash in with the franchise tag for the 2023 season. It was considered a reach when the Giants […]

Kris Bryant, Brendan Rodgers Out Thursday

Colorado Rockies third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant (back) and second baseman Brendan Rodgers (back) are both out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Bryant was scratched from the lineup on Tuesday with back soreness, so this will be his third straight game on the sidelines. Sam Hilliard will get the start in […]

Adalberto Mondesi Has A Torn ACL

Kansas City Royals president of baseball operations Dayton Moore said that shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (knee) has a torn ACL in his left knee. The Royals officially placed Mondesi on the 10-day injured list on Thursday and recalled outfielder Kyle Isbel and infielder Emmanuel Rivera from Triple-A Omaha in corresponding moves. Right-hander Brady Singer was also […]

Texans Exploring A Trade To Secure Another Top-10 Pick

The Houston Texans have the No. 3 overall pick of the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night, but they've been exploring a trade back up for a second top-10 pick, according to league sources. If the right player is available, Houston is trying to position themselves to move their second first-round pick […]

Jaguars Finding No Takers For No. 1 Pick

The Jacksonville Jaguars are still hoping that they can find a way to trade the No. 1 overall pick of the NFL draft, but they continue to find no takers, according to a league source. The Jaguars said last week that they've narrowed their field of potential first overall picks to four players. General manager […]

Cal Raleigh Sent To Minors

The Seattle Mariners sent catcher Cal Raleigh and right-hander Yohan Ramirez to Triple-A Tacoma on Thursday. In corresponding moves, the Mariners recalled right-handers Penn Murfee and Wyatt Mills from Tacoma and moved infielder Evan White to the 60-day injured list. Raleigh was the team's starting catcher on Opening Day, but since then he's been sharing […]

Mitch Haniger Not In Thursday's Lineup

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (illness) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Haniger has been with the team in Tampa this week, but he said on Wednesday that he's not quite 100% and remains on the COVID-19 list. The 31-year-old came down with the virus on April 16 […]

Nick Lodolo Placed On IL, Mike Moustakas Activated

The Cincinnati Reds placed rookie left-hander Nick Lodolo (back) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with a lower back strain and activated third baseman Mike Moustakas (biceps) from the injured list in a corresponding move. It's unclear what the Reds will do for a fifth starter with Lodolo sidelined. Lodolo will be eligible to […]

Luis Robert Absent Against Royals

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert (groin) is out of the starting lineup yet again on Thursday against the Kansas City Royals. This will be the sixth straight game that Robert has been on the sidelines due to groin discomfort. The White Sox aren't going to rush Robert back onto the field, but as of […]

Gary Sanchez Sidelined Again Thursday

Minnesota Twins catcher Gary Sanchez (abdomen) remains out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Detroit Tigers. Sanchez will miss his seventh straight game while dealing with abdominal tightness. The 29-year-old backstop did some work on the field before Wednesday's game, though, so hopefully he'll be able to return this weekend. Ryan Jeffers is […]

Shane Baz To Face Hitters Soon, Brendan McKay Shut Down

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Shane Baz (elbow), who had arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow in the spring, is throwing bullpen sessions and could start facing hitters in live batting practice soon. Barring any setbacks, Baz could be ready when he's eligible to return from the 60-day injured list on June 6. On a more […]

Mike Zunino Still Out Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino (biceps) remains out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Seattle Mariners. Zunino suffered a mild left biceps strain on Tuesday and hasn't played since, but the Rays expect him to be back soon. Rene Pinto will draw a second straight start behind the dish and will bat […]

Ryan Mountcastle Not Playing Thursday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle (neck) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the New York Yankees. Mountcastle was scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to neck stiffness and will get another day to rest. Trey Mancini will get the start at first base and hit third, while Cedric Mullins will serve as […]

Padres Place Wil Myers On Injured List

The San Diego Padres placed outfielder Wil Myers (thumb) on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb contusion on Thursday and selected the contract of outfielder Trayce Thompson in a corresponding move. Myers' injured list stint will be retroactive to April 27. The Padres also moved right-hander Austin Adams to the 60-day injured list. […]

Jets Smitten With Ikem Ekwonu

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas is smitten with North Carolina State offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu, according to sources, so the team could take him at No. 4 overall in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night, if he's available. Cornerback Sauce Gardner is another candidate to go with the Jets […]

Teams Think Jameson Williams Will Start Season On PUP List

NBC Sports Boston's Albert Breer said that every team he's asked thinks Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams (knee) will begin his rookie season on the Physically Unable to Perform list. If that indeed happens, Williams wouldn't be able to make his NFL debut until late October of the 2022 season. Despite the fact that Williams […]

Drake Jackson Could Sneak Into First Round

USC pass-rusher Drake Jackson could sneak into the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night. His agent, Drew Rosenhaus, said that "multiple teams" predicted on Wednesday that Jackson, who had 15 top-30 visits, "would be a surprise first-round pick." The 6-foot-4, 265-pound linebacker gained 15 pounds during his preparation for the combine back […]

Lions Expected To Take Edge Rusher At No. 2

NFL Network's Steve Wyche expects the Detroit Lions to take one of the edge rushers -- Aidan Hutchinson or Travon Walker -- with the No. 2 overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night. Head coach Brad Holmes said the team is "looking" at the quarterback position as well, but […]

Kaiir Elam Rising Up Draft Boards

Florida cornerback Kaiir Elam is another player that is making a last-minute move up draft boards on the eve of the first round of the NFL draft. Elam could be the third or fourth cornerback selected in this year's draft, which is much higher than the previous predictions that had him being taken toward the […]

Jermaine Johnson II Could Go Earlier Than Expected In Draft

Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II is among the players who could go earlier than expected in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night. Johnson is one of the more fascinating players in this year's draft. Based on the way teams are targeting him, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said he wouldn't […]