Royals Sign Ervin Santana

The Kansas City Royals signed right-hander Ervin Santana to a minor league deal on Tuesday. Santana didn't pitch at all in 2020, but the 15-year veteran should provide a young Royals pitching staff with experience. The 38-year-old has a career record of 149-127 and a 4.09 ERA (101 ERA+) in 387 games (384 starts). Santana […]

Phillies Acquire Jose Alvarado In Three-Team Trade

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired left-handed relief pitcher Jose Alvarado in a three-team trade on Tuesday involving the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers. The Rays sent Alvarado to the Phillies, the Phillies sent left-hander Garrett Cleavinger to the Dodgers and the Dodgers sent infielder Dillon Paulson and a player to be named to the […]

Nationals Seeking Another Bat

Despite trading for first baseman Josh Bell last week, the Washington Nationals continue to seek another middle-of-the-order bat to add to a lineup that includes star outfielder Juan Soto. It could mean another trade, with Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant being connected to the Nationals for a while now. Outfielders Marcell Ozuna and George […]

Mason Rudolph To Start Over Ben Roethlisberger In Week 17

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph will draw the start in Week 17 against the division-rival Browns. Ben Roethlisberger will get a rest before the first round of the playoff with the Steelers having already clinched the AFC North division. The Steelers could rest some of their other starters on offense and defense, which is why […]

Dodgers In Talks With DJ LeMahieu

The Los Angeles Dodgers could have a big move up their sleeve as a counter-punch to the Padres blockbuster trades the last two days for starting pitchers Blake Snell and Yu Darvish, and the Blue have been in talks with free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu. The infielder could fit at second base or third base […]

Cubs Land Zach Davies, Four Prospects From Padres

The Chicago Cubs agreed to send right-hander Yu Darvish and his personal catcher Victor Caratini to the San Diego Padres on Monday night in exchange for right-hander Zach Davies, shortstop Reginald Preciado (Padres No. 11 prospect), outfielder Owen Caissie (No. 13), outfielder Ismael Mena (No. 15) and shortstop Yeison Santana (No. 16). San Diego was […]

Padres Agree To Deal For Yu Darvish, Victor Caratini

The San Diego Padres have reached an agreement with the Chicago Cubs that would send them veteran right-hander Yu Darvish and catcher Victor Caratini, Darvish's personal catcher, for right-hander Zach Davies, shortstop Reginald Preciado (Padres No. 11 prospect), outfielder Owen Caissie (No. 13), outfielder Ismael Mena (No. 15) and shortstop Yeison Santana (No. 16). It […]

Rams To Sign Blake Bortles For Quarterback Insurance

The Los Angeles Rams plan on signing quarterback Blake Bortles off the Denver Broncos practice squad with Jared Goff (thumb) unlikely to play in the Week 17 regular season finale against the Cardinals after having surgery to fix a broken and dislocated right thumb on Monday night. With Goff likely out until the playoffs (if […]

Tomoyuki Sugano Has Multiple Suitors

Japanese right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano's Jan. 7 signing deadline is quickly approaching, and sources say that multiple teams remain in pursuit, including the Blue Jays, Padres, Giants, Mets and Red Sox. The Padres would be out if they acquire Chicago Cubs right-hander Yu Darvish after reportedly agreeing to a blockbuster trade to acquire Tampa Bay […]

J.T. Realmuto Remains A Priority For Phillies

Re-signing catcher J.T. Realmuto remains a top priority for the Philadelphia Phillies under their new front office. They have extended an offer to him, but it will be a waiting game as we approach the new year. Realmuto has been the league's best hitting catcher the last few years and has played really well ever […]

Padres In Active Pursuit Of Yu Darvish

The San Diego Padres are on the verge of acquiring left-handed starter Blake Snell from the Tampa Bay Rays, but they are also in active pursuit of Chicago Cubs right-hander Yu Darvish, according to sources. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that a deal could be done before Tuesday. The 34-year-old Japanese hurler had a sparkling […]

Matthew Stafford Uncertain For Season Finale

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (ankle, rib) said any decision on whether to play in the Week 17 regular season finale against the Vikings will be based on his health after he injured his right ankle on the first offensive series in the Week 16 blowout loss to the Buccaneers last Saturday. Stafford has also […]

Titans Put Stephen Gostkowski On COVID-19 List

The Tennessee Titans placed kicker Stephen Gostkowski on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Monday. It's unclear if he tested positive for the virus or if he was just deemed a high-risk close contact of someone else who tested positive. If Gostkowski is a close contact, he will have a shot at playing in Week 17 against […]

John Brown Activated From IR, Goes On COVID-19 List

The Buffalo Bills activated wide receiver John Brown (ankle) from Injured Reserve on Monday, but he's now going on the Reserve/COVID-19 list and won't be active for the Week 16 game against the division-rival Patriots. The Bills also placed safety Josh Thomas and running back Christian Wade on the COVID-19 list as high-risk close contacts. […]

Padres Reach Deal With Ha-seong Kim

The San Diego Padres reached an agreement with Korean star infielder Ha-seong Kim on Monday, according to multiple reports. The 25-year-old was one of the top infielders on the open market when he was posted earlier this month by the Kiwoom Heroes of the Korean Baseball Organization. Kim primarily played shortstop and third base in […]

Julian Edelman's Season Likely Over

The New England Patriots are not activating wide receiver Julian Edelman (knee) from the Injured Reserve in order to play on Monday night against the Bills, and it's unlikely that he'll play in the Week 17 season finale against the Jets either. With the Patriots officially eliminated from playoff contention, it doesn't make much sense […]

Patrick Mahomes, Other Starters Likely To Be Rested

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said some of the starters will not play in Week 17 against the Chargers with the team having clinched the AFC's No. 1 playoff seed and a first-round bye with their Week 16 win over the Falcons. Reid wasn't specific on which players would be rested, but he […]

Joe Mixon Won't Play In Week 17

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (foot) has officially been ruled out for the Week 17 regular season finale against the Ravens. Mixon remains on Injured Reserve and has not played since a Week 6 loss to the Colts. The 24-year-old will finish the 2020 campaign with 428 rushing yards and 21 catches for 138 […]

Broncos Defense Solid, But Not Spectacular Against Bolts

The Denver Broncos Defense held the division-rival Chargers to just 19 points and just one offensive touchdown in the 19-16 Week 16 loss, but they didn't do a whole lot for fantasy managers in the process. The Broncos defense once again failed to record a takeaway against rookie quarterback Justin Herbert, but they did hold […]

Brandon McManus Has A Solid Day In Week 16

Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus turned in a top-five fantasy performance at his position in the Week 16 loss to the Chargers. While he did miss his third field-goal attempt of the season, McManus also did hit three of his four field goals on the day, including one from 50-plus yards, and his lone extra […]

Sammy Watkins Suffers Calf Injury

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins (calf) suffered a calf injury in the Week 16 win over the Falcons, but it's not believed to be a serious injury, according to a source. However, with the top seed in the AFC and home-field advantage locked up already, Watkins will likely be rested in Week 17 […]

K.J. Hamler Suffers Concussion In Week 16 Loss

Denver Broncos rookie wide receiver K.J. Hamler (concussion) was evaluated for a concussion early in the Week 16 game against the Chargers and was eventually ruled out for the rest of the game. Hamler suffered the injury when he was tackled on a run of only three yards. He was not targeted at all in […]

Tim Patrick Does Little In Week 16 Loss

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick did very little for his fantasy managers in the Week 16 loss to the Chargers, catching three of his four targets for 39 yards. Patrick has been the team's most productive wideout this year in place of the injured Courtland Sutton, but he's slowing down to end the season. […]

Jerry Jeudy Has A Case Of The Drops

Denver Broncos rookie wide receiver Jerry Jeudy had a season-high 15 targets in the Week 16 loss to the division-rival Chargers, but he caught just six of those targets for 61 yards in the 19-16 loss. It was a nice rebound effort after a five-game stretch that saw him catch seven passes on 22 targets […]

Noah Fant Catches Six Passes In Loss To Chargers

Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant continued to be a big part of the offense in the Week 16 loss to the division-rival Chargers. Fant had six receptions on nine targets for 65 yards. His nine targets were tied with DaeSean Hamilton for second-most behind rookie wideout Jerry Jeudy. The second-year tight end has 14 […]

DaeSean Hamilton Leads Broncos In Receiving In Week 16

Denver Broncos wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton surprisingly led the team in receiving in the 19-16 Week 16 loss to the division-rival Chargers. Hamilton had five catches on nine targets for 77 yards in the contest. His nine targets were tied for second-most on the team with tight end Noah Fant. The nine targets were also […]

Kyler Murray Uncertain For Week 17

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury said that quarterback Kyler Murray (leg) has a "lower-leg injury" and his status for Week 17 against the division-rival Rams is in question. Murray was leg-whipped on the final play of the game on Saturday in the loss to the 49ers. He was just 31-for-50 for 247 yards, no […]

Lions Defense Releases Jayron Kearse

The Detroit Lions released starting safety Jayron Kearse on Monday, according to a source. The former Viking started seven games for the Lions this year and racked up 59 tackles, two passes defensed and a forced fumble in 11 total games in his first and only season in Detroit. The 26-year-old is an experienced defensive […]

Royce Freeman, LeVante Bellamy Combine For Five Carries

Denver Broncos running backs Royce Freeman and rookie Levante Bellamy saw some extra run in the 19-16 Week 16 loss to the Chargers with Phillip Lindsay on Injured Reserve. However, the two running backs combined for just five carries and 27 yards on the ground and three catches for 12 yards through the air. Melvin […]

Melvin Gordon III Runs For 79 Yards Against Chargers

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon III had the backfield all to himself in Week 16 against his former team, the Chargers, but he couldn't exactly take advantage of it with Phillip Lindsay inactive due to injury. Gordon carried the ball 16 times for 79 yards (4.9 yards per carry) and wasn't involved in the […]