James Paxton Throws For Teams

Free-agent starting pitcher James Paxton (back, elbow) reached 94 mph on the radar gun at a throwing session for scouts, according to a source. As many as 20 teams were in attendance to watch him throw after he underwent back surgery in February and suffered a flexor strain during the 2020 season that limited him […]

Phillies Make Offer To J.T. Realmuto

The Philadelphia Phillies have an offer on the table for free-agent catcher J.T. Realmuto, but the other offers around the league for the best all-around catcher in baseball remain unknown. The 29-year-old is believed to be looking for a record-setting deal for a catcher, but the Phillies have made it known that they play to […]

Padres A Suitor For Yu Darvish

The San Diego Padres are one possible suitor for Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish, who finished second in the National League Cy Young voting in 2020 behind Trevor Bauer. The Padres have high-end prospect depth, and general manager A.J. Preller knows Darvish well from their time together with the Rangers. San Diego has become […]

Broncos Like What They've Seen From Drew Lock

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock has had his struggles in his second season, but general manager John Elway said that the team still likes what they've seen from him in 2020. Lock has thrown for 2,330 yards, 14 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in 11 games this season but has shown some progress recently. He's thrown […]

Justin Jefferson Could Break Randy Moss' Record

Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who was just named to the Pro Bowl in his first season, needs 132 receiving yards to break Randy Moss' Vikings rookie receiving-yards record. Jefferson has gone over 132 receiving yards three times in his first 14 games. Moss was taken 21st overall in 1998 and had 69 […]

Travis Kelce On The Verge Of Making History

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has 1,318 receiving yards heading into Week 16 against the Falcons and would break the NFL's single-season record for a tight end if he gets at least 60 yards on Sunday against Atlanta. 49ers tight end George Kittle holds the record of 1,377 receiving yards set in 2018. […]

Lions Defense Could Be Missing Coaches Saturday

The Detroit Lions Defense could be without a large portion of their coaching staff in Week 16 against the Buccaneers on Saturday after COVID-19 positives from Tuesday have left the coaching staff in a difficult situation with almost all of their defensive staff members considered close contacts, according to sources informed of the situation. Interim […]

Josh Gordon Out Indefinitely

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Josh Gordon had a setback in his battle with substance abuse and won't be allowed to practice or play indefinitely, according to sources. The NFL informed the Seahawks that Gordon hasn't complied with the terms of his conditional reinstatement. And so it continues for Gordon. The Seahawks had just added the […]

Mets Reach Out To DJ LeMahieu

The New York Mets recently reached out to free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, which could set up a battle between the Mets and Yankees for the Yankees best player the last two seasons. Re-signing LeMahieu is the Yankees top offseason priority, but there's a sizable gap in contract talks, leaving the door open for another […]

Brewers Claim Tim Lopes Off Waivers

The Milwaukee Brewers claimed utility man Tim Lopes off waivers from the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. The 26-year-old hit .238 with two home runs and 15 RBI in 46 games for the Mariners during the shortened 2020 season, adding a .278 on-base percentage and .364 slugging percentage. In 2019, Lopes hit .270 with a home […]

Rangers Interested In Kohei Arihara

The Texas Rangers are believed to be among a number of teams interested in Japanese right-handed pitcher Kohei Arihara, who was posted last month by the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters of the Japanese League. Teams have until this Saturday to reach a deal with him. Arihara has been compared to Kenta Maeda and Kyle Hendricks […]

Nationals Open To Trading Carter Kieboom

The Washington Nationals are open to trading infielder Carter Kieboom, according to sources. However, young pitching prospects Cade Cavalli and Jackson Rutledge, the team's last two top draft picks, are not on the trade block. Kieboom could become the trade chip that helps bring in some star talent such as Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris […]

Noah Syndergaard Avoids Arbitration Tuesday

The New York Mets and starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard avoided salary arbitration on Tuesday by agreeing to a one-year, $9.7 million deal, according to sources. The 28-year-old right-hander missed all of the 2020 shortened season after having Tommy John surgery last March. The All-Star is scheduled to become a free agent after the 2021 season. […]

Sam Fuld Promoted To General Manager

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced on Tuesday that the team promoted Sam Fuld to general manager. Former GM Matt Klentak was reassigned in October. The 39-year-old Fuld has been in the team's front office since 2017, joining them initially as the major league player information coordinator. He was the director of […]

Ronald Jones II Doubtful For Week 16

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II (finger) remains on the Reserve/COVID-19 list, and head coach Bruce Arians said that Jones is doubtful for Week 16 against the Lions on Saturday. Jones also had surgery to put a pin in his broken finger last week, so he could be out in Week 17 as well. […]

C.J. Beathard To Start Against Cardinals

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said that quarterback C.J. Beathard will start under center in Week 16 against the division-rival Cardinals. Nick Mullens (elbow) will be out with an elbow injury that could require Tommy John surgery. With Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle), who remains on Injured Reserve, unlikely to play again this season, the […]

49ers Adding Josh Rosen To Active Roster

The San Francisco 49ers are signing quarterback Josh Rosen to their active roster off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practice squad on Tuesday. The 49ers are unsure if Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle), who is on Injured Reserve, will play again this season. Nick Mullens (elbow) needs surgery for a sprained right elbow and will miss the rest […]

Chargers Not Planning To Shut Joey Bosa Down

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said that the team doesn't intend to shut defensive end Joey Bosa (concussion) down for the rest of the season after he suffered another concussion in last Thursday's overtime win over the division-rival Raiders. Offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga (concussion) and linebacker Denzel Perryman (back) are also expected to […]

Jimmy Garoppolo's Practice Window Opened

The San Francisco 49ers opened the 21-day window for quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) to practice. He's been on Injured Reserve since Nov. 5 but could be activated from IR in order to play in Week 16 against the Cardinals on Saturday, especially since Nick Mullens (elbow) needs right elbow surgery. Garoppolo has been out since […]

Nick Mullens Likely Needs Surgery

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens (elbow) suffered a right elbow injury in the Week 15 loss to the Cowboys that will likely require surgery, according to a source. That means that Mullens is unlikely to play again the rest of the season. You likely weren't looking Mullens' way anyway for fantasy championship matchups after […]

Raheem Mostert's Season Likely Over

San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert's (ankle) season is likely over after he suffered another high-ankle sprain in the Week 15 loss to the Cowboys, according to a source. Mostert ran the ball 14 times for 68 yards against Dallas but was unable to find the end zone. Jeff Wilson Jr. totaled 60 yards […]

Mets Looking Into Tomoyuki Sugano

The New York Mets are looking into Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano. "Watch the Mets on this. I think they have as good a chance as anyone," an outside executive said. Sugano is a long-time ace of the Yomiuri Giants and has twice won Japan's equivalent of MLB's Cy Young. Some evaluators see him as a […]

White Sox Expected To Sign Yoelqui Cespedes

The Chicago White Sox are expected to sign Cuban outfielder Yoelqui Cespedes, the No. 1 international prospect and the younger half-brother of Yoenis Cespedes, for a bonus around $2 million, according to industry sources. The 23-year-old will likely sign on Jan. 15, the first day of the international signing period. He's considered a five-tool player […]

Buccaneers Activate Donovan Smith From COVID-19 List

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers activated left tackle Donovan Smith from the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday. Smith was placed on the list last Friday and missed the Week 15 win over the Falcons. The 27-year-old will be back for the team's Week 16 game against the Lions on Saturday, which is good news for quarterback Tom […]

Eric Kendricks' Status Up In The Air The Rest Of The Way

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said that he's not sure if linebacker Eric Kendricks (calf) will play in Week 16 against the Saints on Christmas Day on Friday or for the rest of the regular season. Kendricks has missed the last three games and doesn't appear close to a return for the Vikings Defense. […]

Eric Ebron Avoids Serious Injury

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that tight end Eric Ebron (back) and fullback Derek Watt (concussion) are still being evaluated after suffering injuries in the Monday night loss to the Bengals. Ebron should be fine after leaving the game early and being ruled out. The 27-year-old could be ready to return in Week […]

James Conner Could Return In Week 16

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that the team hopes to have running back James Conner (quadriceps), linebacker Vince Williams and offensive lineman Kevin Dotson (shoulder) back in Week 16 against the Colts. Conner was ruled out hours before the Monday night loss to the Bengals, allowing Benny Snell Jr. to rush for 84 […]

Dwayne Haskins Jr. Violates COVID-19 Protocols

The Washington Football Team is aware of social-media posts that showed quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. partying maskless at a gentleman's club after the Week 15 loss to the Seahawks. Washington has been in contact with the NFL about the matter and is handling the situation internally. Haskins has issued a public apology for his actions. […]

Royals Showing Interest In Adam Wainwright

The Kansas City Royals have shown interest in free-agent starting pitcher Adam Wainwright, but they don't appear to be front-runners to sign him, according to sources. Wainwright played for Royals manager Mike Matheny in St. Louis from 2012-18. Kansas City has already signed Mike Minor, Carlos Santana, Greg Holland and Michael A. Taylor this offseason. […]

Experts Think Francisco Lindor Will Be Traded

All 20 MLB team executives that were polled for ESPN's annual Hot Stove survey predicted that Cleveland shortstop Francisco Lindor will be traded before Opening Day, with one calling a trade "just a matter of where and when." Lindor has been the most-discussed trade candidate this offseason and Cleveland is motivated to move Lindor's 2021 […]