Amari Cooper Targeting Mid-August Return

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said that he anticipates wide receiver Amari Cooper (ankle) and defensive lineman DeMarcus Lawrence (back) getting back to practice after the team plays the Arizona Cardinals in the preseason on Aug. 13. Jones expects both players to get a little game action before the regular season opener. The Cowboys placed […]

Clarke Schmidt Begins Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt (elbow) is beginning his minor league rehab assignment in the Florida Complex League on Monday. Clarke, the team's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has been out since last February with an elbow strain, but he has thrown recently in simulated games and is slowly making his way back. […]

Christian Arroyo, Marwin Gonzalez Not Expected To Return Soon

Boston Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo (hamstring) and utility men Marwin Gonzalez (hamstring) and Danny Santana (groin) aren't expected to return from the injured list soon. "They're progressing but I don't think it's going to be something short," manager Alex Cora said. "Marwin's running right now 60%. Danny, that was a tough one with the […]

Eduardo Rodriguez To Start Thursday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez is feeling better and is scheduled to make his start on Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays after he was removed from the second inning last Friday due to migraine symptoms. Rodriguez's surface stats of a 5.23 ERA and 1.34 WHIP don't really tell the whole story of […]

Gavin Lux Feeling Better

Los Angeles Dodgers middle infielder Gavin Lux (hamstring) said he has resumed sprinting and is doing a lot better than originally thought. Lux did some sprinting over the weekend, but despite the good news, the Dodgers plan to bring him along slowly after he landed on the injured list with a left hamstring strain. The […]

Brewers Have Checked On Trevor Story

The Milwaukee Brewers have checked in on Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story, who is eligible to become a free agent after this season and is expected to be dealt before this week's trade deadline. Milwaukee's pickup of shortstop Willy Adames has been the best in-season move to this point, but they are looking for another […]

Chris Sale To Make At Least Two More Rehab Starts

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that starting pitcher Chris Sale's (elbow) next rehab start for Triple-A Worcester this Saturday will not be his last minor league rehab start. Sale struck out nine more hitters in 3 2/3 innings in his latest rehab start for Double-A Portland on Sunday. The left-hander allowed two runs […]

Corey Dickerson Could Begin Rehab Assignment This Week

Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said that there's hope that outfielder Corey Dickerson (foot) could begin a minor league rehab assignment this week. Dickerson has been on the injured list since mid-June with a left foot contusion, but he was able to take batting practice last Monday and is nearing a return. The Blue […]

Josh Reynolds In Line To Be No. 3 Receiver

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Josh Reynolds is in line to be the team's No. 3 receiver behind A.J. Brown and Julio Jones in his first year in Tennessee. Any of Reynolds, Brown or Jones could work out of the slot at any given time. Rookie Dez Fitzpatrick, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Cameron Batson are the top […]

A.J. Brown Will Be Ready For Training Camp

Tennessee Titans wide receiver A.J. Brown (knees), who missed organized team activities and minicamp this spring while working his way back from postseason surgery on both knees, will be a full-go when the team starts training camp next Wednesday. When not on the field this spring, Brown continued his conditioning and watched loads of film. […]

Max Kranick Optioned Back To The Minors

The Pittsburgh Pirates optioned right-hander Max Kranick to Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday and activated right-hander Luis Oviedo (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. Kranick was solid in his major league debut on June 27 in five shutout innings against the St. Louis Cardinals, but he's come back down to Earth in […]

Hirokazu Sawamura Lands On Injured List Friday

The Boston Red Sox placed right-hander Hirokazu Sawamura (triceps) on the 10-day injured list on Friday with right triceps inflammation and recalled right-hander Phillips Valdez from Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. Sawamura has been a solid piece for the Red Sox bullpen with his 2.87 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 44/18 K/BB in 37 2/3 […]

Chris Owings Undergoes Surgery On His Thumb

Colorado Rockies infielder Chris Owings (thumb) underwent surgery to fix mallet finger on his left thumb on Friday, according to interim manager Mike Redmond, but the team doesn't have a timetable for his return. There's a good chance we won't see Owings on the field again at the major league level this season. The 29-year-old […]

Mookie Betts Remains Sidelined Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) remains out of the starting lineup on Friday against the Colorado Rockies. Betts left last Saturday's game with a hip injury and hasn't been in the starting lineup since. He's still considered day-to-day, but with each passing day he's not in there, the chances of him needing a […]

Casey Sadler Activated, Rafael Montero DFA'd

The Seattle Mariners activated right-hander Casey Sadler (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list on Friday and designated right-hander Rafael Montero for assignment in a corresponding move. Sadler has been out since May with right shoulder inflammation, but he had a nice 1.64 ERA and 1.27 WHIP, albeit in just 11 innings, before his injury earlier […]

Yan Gomes Swings In The Cages Friday

Washington Nationals catcher Yan Gomes (oblique) took 40 swings in the cages on Friday off the tee and in soft toss. He came out feeling fine and will repeat the process for a couple more days before the team figures out the next step. Gomes will likely need to go on a rehab assignment somewhere […]

Jeff Hoffman Moved To 'Pen, Vladimir Gutierrez To Start Tuesday

The Cincinnati Reds are moving back to a five-man starting rotation, and right-hander Jeff Hoffman will move to the bullpen. Vladimir Gutierrez, who returned on Friday after recently being optioned to the minors, will start on Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs. Hoffman allowed five runs over four innings in his latest start against the New […]

Danny Jansen Placed On Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays placed catcher Danny Jansen (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Friday and recalled catcher Alejandro Kirk from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Manager Charlie Montoyo said that Jansen "pulled it pretty good," so it's a fair bet that he'll be out beyond the 10 days. In the meantime, Reese […]

Stephen Strasburg Backed Off His Throwing Program

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg (neck) had an "uncomfortable" feeling in his neck in a recent throwing session and has been backed down, according to manager Dave Martinez. The team is looking at their next options, which could include a trip to another specialist. Fantasy managers shouldn't rush to drop the right-hander, but it's […]

Nelson Cruz Batting Third In Rays Debut Friday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz is hitting third in the batting order in his team debut on Friday against Cleveland right-hander Zach Plesac. Shortstop Wander Franco will drop down to sixth in the order, with Randy Arozarena moving to seventh. Cruz was acquired from the Minnesota Twins on Thursday and will join Tampa […]

Shohei Ohtani, Jared Walsh Out Against Southpaw

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani and first baseman Jared Walsh are not in the starting lineup on Friday against Minnesota Twins left-hander J.A. Happ. Ohtani has been a revelation at the plate and on the mound in an MVP-type season thus far, but he's gone just 4-for-24 (.167) with no home runs and […]

Akil Baddoo Takes A Seat On Friday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Akil Baddoo is not in the starting lineup on Friday against the Kansas City Royals and left-hander Kris Bubic. Baddoo has been one of the most impressive rookies in the game this year, hitting .268 with eight home runs, 35 runs scored, 36 RBI and 14 stolen bases to go along with […]

Starlin Castro's Administrative Leave Extended

Washington Nationals infielder Starlin Castro's administrative leave has been extended through July 29, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. Major League Baseball is investigating a domestic-violence allegation against Castro, and general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez both said recently that they don't expect Castro to return to the team this […]

Sam Coonrod Shut Down From Throwing

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Sam Coonrod (elbow) has been shut down from throwing for three days and still feels something in his right elbow. Coonrod went on the injured list on June 25 with tendinitis in his right forearm, but this could be a far worse development. With no current timetable for a return, it's […]

Rays Acquire Tommy Hunter, Matt Dyer From Mets

The Tampa Bay Rays acquired relief pitcher Tommy Hunter and catcher Matt Dyer from the New York Mets on Friday in exchange for veteran left-hander Rich Hill. Hunter, currently on the 60-day injured list with a back injury that has sidelined him since late May, was merely involved in the trade to balance out some […]

Nick Solak Optioned, Curtis Terry Called Up

The Texas Rangers optioned infielder Nick Solak to Triple-A Round Rock on Friday and called up first baseman Curtis Terry from Round Rock in a corresponding move. Catcher Jose Trevino (forearm) was also activated from the injured list and catcher John Hicks was designated for assignment. Solak started the year off hot but has been […]

Amir Garrett Placed On Paternity List

The Cincinnati Reds placed relief pitcher Amir Garrett on the paternity list on Friday and recalled infielder Alejo Lopez and starting pitcher Vladimir Gutierrez from Triple-A Louisville in corresponding moves. Right-hander Jose De Leon was also released on Friday. Garrett is likely to miss the entire three-game series this weekend against the St. Louis Cardinals. […]

Nick Castellanos Placed On Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds placed outfielder Nick Castellanos (wrist) on the 10-day injured list on Friday with a microfracture on his right wrist. Castellanos was hit by a pitch a week ago. Initial X-rays were negative, but a CT scan on Wednesday revealed the fracture. It's unknown how long he'll be out, but it's a major […]

Michael A. Taylor Not In Friday's Lineup

Kansas City Royals outfielder Michael A. Taylor (wrist) is not in the starting lineup on Friday against the Detroit Tigers after he left early on Wednesday with left wrist soreness. It's unclear if he'll need an injured list stint, but fantasy managers in deeper leagues should prepare for him to be out for at least […]

Mariners Pursuing Adam Frazier

The Seattle Mariners are on the fringe of the American League West race and might be only a few pieces away from competing in 2022. The Pittsburgh Pirates are willing to trade All-Star second baseman Adam Frazier, who is having a career year, and the Mariners, and the Mariners are looking into him. The Pirates […]