Clayton Kershaw Plays Catch Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (forearm) started his throwing program by playing catch on the field on Monday. Kershaw was placed on the injured list on July 7 with left forearm inflammation, and the Dodgers have been extremely cautious with his recovery in the early going. While the injury doesn't seem very serious […]

Corey Dickerson Takes Batting Practice Monday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Corey Dickerson (foot) took batting practice for the first time on Monday with the team since being acquired in a trade from the Miami Marlins. Dickerson has been out since mid-June with a bruised foot, though, and it's unlikely that he'll see regular playing time in an outfield that includes Randal […]

Miles Mikolas Could Begin Rehab Assignment This Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (forearm) will throw a live batting practice session on Tuesday and will go out on a rehab assignment after that, barring any setbacks. Mikolas has also been taking batting practice on the field, which is a good indicator that he's close to returning to game action. If all […]

Shane Bieber Plays Catch Monday

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Shane Bieber (shoulder) played some catch on Monday for the first time he was injured on June 13 with a strained right shoulder. Bieber is making slow progress, but his fantasy managers should at least be happy that he has resumed throwing. The two-time All-Star and the American League Cy Young […]

Reiss Knehr Likely To Start On Tuesday

San Diego Padres right-hander Reiss Knehr is on the team's taxi squad and seems likely to start on Tuesday against the Atlanta Braves. However, who starts on Tuesday could depend on the weather situation on Monday and Tuesday. Knehr had a decent MLB debut earlier this month against the Colorado Rockies when he allowed two […]

Lewis Brinson Called Up By Marlins

The Miami Marlins recalled outfielder Lewis Brinson from Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday. Brinson has just 68 at-bats at the major league level this year, and he's hit only .221/.232/.353 with two home runs and five RBI, but he could see regular playing time in the outfield the rest of the year if the Fish trade […]

Luis Rojas Hit With Two-Game Suspension

New York Mets manager Luis Rojas has been suspended for two games by Major League Baseball for his actions during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates when he got into an argument with the home plate umpire. Rojas will not appeal his suspension and will begin serving it on Monday against the Cincinnati Reds. The […]

Alex Verdugo Dropped To Sixth In Batting Order

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo has been dropped to sixth in the batting order on Monday night against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Ross Stripling. Verdugo is hitting just .218/.315/.269 with no home runs, four RBI and 16 strikeouts in 89 plate appearances over the last 28 days, so perhaps the move down the order […]

Pirates Acquire Dillon Peters, DFA Kyle Crick

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired left-hander Dillon Peters from the Los Angeles Angels on Monday and have assigned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. In a corresponding move, the team designated right-hander Kyle Crick for assignment. Peters has not pitched in the big leagues this year and allowed three earned runs on two homers in just 1 2/3 […]

Nolan Arenado Not Playing Monday

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Chicago Cubs. Arenado has just one hit in 13 at-bats in the last seven days, so it's a good time to give him a breather to begin the week. He's been a bit disappointing overall in his first […]

Brendan McKay To Pitch In Florida Complex League

Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Brendan McKay (shoulder), who had a setback with scar tissue in his shoulder a few weeks ago, will pitch in the Florida Complex League on Tuesday. It will be McKay's first outing since June 29. Once one of the team's top pitching prospects, McKay has not pitched in the major leagues […]

Elieser Hernandez Throws 20-Pitch Bullpen Session

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Elieser Hernandez (quadriceps) threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Monday. Hernandez has made slow progress since straining his right quadriceps while running the bases more than two months ago, but he's back on a mound now. The 26-year-old right-hander has made just two starts this year, but he could be a […]

Nick Senzel Could Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that outfielder Nick Senzel (knee) has made great progress in the last week and could go on a minor league rehab assignment next week. Senzel was able to take ground balls over the weekend and is on track to return next month, barring setbacks. The 26-year-old has been sidelined […]

Christian Arroyo Lands On Injured List

The Boston Red Sox placed infielder Christian Arroyo (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Monday with a hamstring strain and activated utility man Danny Santana (quadriceps) from the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. Arroyo injured himself while stretching for a ball on Sunday and is expected to miss more than 10 days. […]

Reynaldo Lopez Starting Game 2 Against Twins

Chicago White Sox right-hander Reynaldo Lopez will start Game 2 of a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect much out of Lopez in his first start of 2021. The 27-year-old was called up from Triple-A Charlotte over the weekend after he went 1-6 with a 7.62 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and […]

Nick Castellanos Still Out

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos (wrist) remains out of the starting lineup on Monday against the New York Mets. Castellanos hasn't played since he was hit by a pitch on his right wrist last Friday. X-rays came back negative, but fantasy managers must continue to be patient and consider him day-to-day. He's been one of […]

Mets Likely To Start Robert Stock On Tuesday

The New York Mets are leaning toward using right-hander Robert Stock for the game on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. Stock only threw one inning at Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. The 31-year-old was recently claimed off waivers from the Chicago Cubs and allowed two runs in four innings in a spot start against the Milwaukee […]

Saquon Barkley Still Non-Committal On Status

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) said his right knee is feeling "pretty good," but he remains non-committal on how much he'll do at training camp and whether he'll be ready for Week 1 against the Denver Broncos. Barkley is not expected to be a full-go at the start of training camp, a […]

Dolphins Would Still Consider Trading For Deshaun Watson

The Miami Dolphins have enough lingering questions about second-year quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's ability and future that they would still consider trading for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson if his legal situation is somehow resolved in time for the 2021 season, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the team's thinking. Watson has been accused of […]

A.J. Dillon To Have A Bigger Role In 2021?

Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon, a second-rounder last year, finished the regular season with just 46 carries for 242 yards (5.3 yards per carry) and two touchdowns while serving as the third back behind Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams. He also missed five games with COVID-19 and played only 97 snaps (9.34 percent). […]

Victor Gonzalez Back From The Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers activated relief pitcher Victor Gonzalez (foot) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and optioned right-hander Jake Reed to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move. Gonzalez landed on the injured list with plantar fasciitis, but he's back and ready to go for the Dodgers bullpen in the second half of […]

Wander Franco Not In The Lineup Monday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is not in the starting lineup on Monday against the Baltimore Orioles. Franco, the top prospect in baseball heading into this season, has disappointed so far in 74 at-bats at the major league level, going 16-for-74 (.216) with three home runs, eight RBI and two stolen bases. He's also […]

Michael Pierce Suffers Calf Injury

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Michael Pierce (calf) suffered a calf injury while training, and his availability for the start of training camp is now in doubt, according to a source. Pierce might wind up missing some time this month, but it's not expected to keep him off the field to begin the regular season. The […]

Steelers Hosting Melvin Ingram Monday

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting veteran free-agent pass-rusher Melvin Ingram for a visit on Monday, according to a source. Ingram has also received interest from the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins. The Steelers have a big need for an edge rusher after Bud Dupree left this offseason, and Ingram, a three-time Pro Bowler, could […]

Jaguars Sign First-Rounder Travis Etienne Jr.

The Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to terms with first-round running back Travis Etienne on his four-year rookie deal on Monday, according to a source. Like fellow first-round quarterback Trevor Lawrence, Etienne (the No. 25 overall pick) will receive no offset language in his deal and a large amount of his signing bonus upfront. The Clemson product […]

Jake Woodford Called Up To Start On Monday

The St. Louis Cardinals recalled right-hander Jake Woodford from Triple-A Memphis on Monday and optioned outfielder Lars Nootbaar to Memphis in a corresponding move. Woodford will make the start on Monday against the Chicago Cubs. The 24-year-old will be making just his second career big league start, with his other one coming last year. In […]

Cole Beasley A Candidate To Be Released?

While it's unlikely, the possibility of the Buffalo Bills releasing veteran wide receiver Cole Beasley this summer shouldn't be entirely ruled out. If Beasley were to be released, he'd save the team $5.341 million against this year's salary cap. His dead-money hits over the next two years would be $2 million and $1.5 million respectively, […]

Mario Addison's Roster Spot May Be In Jeopardy

Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Addison's roster spot could be in jeopardy this summer after the team drafted defensive ends Greg Rousseau and Boogie Basham in the first two rounds. They are both guaranteed roster spots heading into their rookie seasons. Addison signed a three-year deal last offseason, but he had just five sacks in […]

Jake Fraley Remains Out Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Jake Fraley (illness) remains out of the starting lineup on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels. Fraley was scratched from the lineup on Friday with the illness, and he needs at least one more day to recover. Jake Bauers will start in left field and hit ninth against Angels right-hander Alex Cobb on […]

Kody Clemens Increasing His Versatility

Detroit Tigers second baseman Kody Clemens has played first base and right field, in addition to the keystone, in July. The 25-year-old has played second base in 23 games, right field for four games and first base for three games for Double-A Toledo. Clemens is increasing his versatility with a crowded infield picture in Detroit […]