Amir Garrett Activated Monday

The Cincinnati Reds activated relief pitcher Amir Garrett from the paternity list on Monday and optioned infielder Alejo Lopez to Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move. Garrett was the most attractive fantasy option from the Reds bullpen to begin the 2021 season, but that certainly isn't the case as things stand now. The 29-year-old left-hander […]

Max Muncy Returns From Paternity Leave

The Los Angeles Dodgers reinstated infielder Max Muncy from the paternity list on Monday and optioned infielder Sheldon Neuse to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding move. Muncy missed the weekend series against the Colorado Rockies but will return to a strong .272/.413/.565 slash line with 22 home runs and 59 RBI in his 283 […]

Darius Leonard Has Surgery On Ankle

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard (ankle) underwent a "small procedure on his ankle" and will miss some early training camp practices. General manager Chris Ballard said the team will continue to monitor Leonard. It's something to watch, but it shouldn't deter fantasy managers from taking him as one of the first individual defensive players off […]

Parris Campbell 100 Percent Healthy

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Parris Campbell (knee) is 100 percent and good to go for the start of training camp. Campbell had surgery in October of last year to address MCL and PCL issues in his left knee. He has played in just nine games in his two seasons in the NFL due to injuries, […]

Joe Burrow Not Expected To Play In Preseason

Cincinnati Bengals president Mike Brown said the team "probably" won't put quarterback Joe Burrow (knee) in game action until the start of the regular season. The Bengals understandably don't want to risk injury to their franchise signal-caller after he underwent surgery to fix his ACL last December. The good news is that Burrow has been […]

Saints Sign Chris Hogan

The New Orleans Saints signed veteran free-agent wide receiver Chris Hogan on Monday, according to a source. The Saints were impressed with Hogan's workout on Monday and signed him before he got away. The 33-year-old wideout played in just five games with the New York Jets last year and had 14 catches for 118 yards […]

Tom Brady Practicing Without Brace

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (knee) practiced without a brace on his surgically repaired knee on Monday. Brady is looking great so far in training camp after playing through an MCL tear in 2020. The future Hall of Famer underwent surgery in February but took part in June minicamp and is ready to go […]

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 […]