AL, NL Teams Interested In Nelson Cruz

Free-agent designated hitter Nelson Cruz has ongoing interest from multiple teams in both the American League and National League, according to a source. Even though no decision has been made regarding the DH in the National League for 2021, NL teams are still interested in the veteran slugger. Cruz has hit .308/.394/.626 (168 OPS+) with […]

Masahiro Unlikely To Return To Yankees

The New York Yankees and free-agent starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka remain in contact, but there's a good chance that he'll be pitching elsewhere in 2021 and beyond. There is strong interest from teams in Japan and the chance to earn a bigger deal in his native country. New York's one-year, $11 million deal with Corey […]

Jeremy Jeffress Generating A Lot Of Interest

Free-agent relief pitcher Jeremy Jeffress is generating a ton of interest despite a reliever market that remains crowded, according to sources. At least 10 teams have some level of interest in the right-hander, including the Blue Jays, Red Sox, Cubs, Astros, Dodgers, Mets, Phillies and Nationals. Jeffress has a sub-2.00 ERA and a sub-1.00 WHIP […]

Astros, Blue Jays Interested In Alex Colome

Free-agent relief pitcher Alex Colome is drawing interest from the Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays, among other teams, according to sources. The 32-year-old right-hander had a nice 2.27 ERA -- the third-lowest in baseball among relievers who saved 30-plus games in the last two seasons -- after signing in 2019 as the White Sox's […]

Padres Trying To Re-Sign Jurickson Profar

The San Diego Padres are still trying to re-sign infielder/outfielder Jurickson Profar, according to sources. Profar is a versatile defender coming off a career-best season with the Friars in 2020. The former top prospect with the Rangers had a career-high 113 OPS+ and started games at the keystone, first base and all three outfield spots […]

Sonny Gray, Luis Castillo Unlikely To Be Traded?

The possibility of Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Sonny Gray being traded might be fading. This comes after general manager Nick Krall squashed rumors of a supposed trade that would have sent right-hander Luis Castillo to the Yankees on Sunday. The Reds asked the Yankees for shortstop Gleyber Torres, but that request was turned down. Cincy is […]

Dodgers Could Consider Marcus Semien At Third Base

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly considering free-agent shortstop Marcus Semien on their list of third base options if they cannot re-sign veteran third baseman Justin Turner. The Dodgers were also involved in the bidding for second baseman DJ LeMahieu, but he's closing in on a six-year, $90 million contract to return to the Yankees. […]

Blue Jays Reach Agreement With Tyler Chatwood

The Toronto Blue Jays reached an agreement with right-hander Tyler Chatwood on a one-year, $3 million contract on Monday, according to a source. Chatwood will have the opportunity to earn another $2.5 million in incentives, according to Sportsnet's Shi Davidi. The 31-year-old is entering his 10th big league season and has played with the Angels, […]

George Springer Could Find A Team This Week

Free-agent outfielder George Springer could make his decision on a team this week, according to multiple industry sources. The Toronto Blue Jays and New York Mets remain the two front-runners, with both teams offering nine figures. The only things stopping the Mets pursuit of Springer may be their desire not to exceed the competitive balance […]

Martin Perez Re-Signs With Red Sox

Veteran left-hander Martin Perez agreed to a one-year, $5 million guaranteed deal to re-sign with the Boston Red Sox over the weekend, according to a source. The deal includes a club option for a second season in 2022. The 29-year-old southpaw went 3-5 with a 4.50 ERA in the shortened 2020 season with Boston. He […]

Red Sox To Be Cautious With Chris Sale

The Boston Red Sox are expected to play it safe with starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) as he makes his way back from Tommy John surgery this year. Sale remains under contract for four more years and has an option for the 2025 season, so Boston won't rush their left-handed ace back. He had surgery […]

Ravens To Release Mark Ingram II

The Baltimore Ravens will release veteran running back Mark Ingram II on Tuesday, according to league sources. The move will save the Ravens $5 million against the 2021 salary cap and will allow Ingram to get an early jump on free agency. Ingram was a healthy scratch in five of the team's final six games […]

Pirates Adding Prospects Hudson Head, Endy Rodriguez

The Pittsburgh Pirates are acquiring center fielder Hudson Head and catching prospect Endy Rodriguez on Monday in a three-team deal also involving the San Diego Padres and New York Mets. Head, a 19-year-old center fielder in the Padres organization, was San Diego's No. 7 prospect, per MLB Pipeline. The left-handed hitter still has plenty of […]

Joey Lucchesi Traded To Mets

The New York Mets are acquiring left-hander Joey Lucchesi from the San Diego Padres on Monday in a three-team deal, according to multiple reports. The Mets are sending catching prospect Endy Rodriguez to the Pirates, according to a source. Lucchesi is likely to compete for a spot at the back end of the Mets starting […]

Padres Acquiring Joe Musgrove

The San Diego Padres are in agreement on a deal to acquire right-hander Joe Musgrove from the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-team deal on Monday, according to sources. The trade is pending medical reviews. Hudson Head, a well-regarded center field prospect, is expected to be among a group of prospects heading back to Pittsburgh. Musgrove […]

Jon Lester Agrees With Nationals

Left-handed starting pitcher Jon Lester agreed to a one-year deal with the Washington Nationals on Monday, according to sources familiar with the contract. Financial terms of the deal, which includes a mutual option, were not disclosed. Lester is no longer an ace, but he brings with him a wealth of playoff experience and will fit […]

Ravens Waive Robert Griffin III

The Baltimore Ravens waived quarterback Robert Griffin III, defensive back Davontae Harris, wide receiver De'Anthony Harris and defensive back Tramon Williams on Monday. Griffin played in four games in his third season with the Ravens and made a start in place of Lamar Jackson after he contracted COVID-19 in the Week 12 loss to the […]

Packers Hopeful A.J. Dillon Can Play Against Buccaneers

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that the team will be careful with rookie running back A.J. Dillon (undisclosed), but he is hopeful that Dillon can play on Sunday against the Buccaneers in the NFC Championship game. Dillon left the fourth quarter of the win over the Rams in the Divisional Round on […]

Marty Hurney A Top Candidate For Washington GM

Former Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney is meeting with members of the Washington Football Team brass on Monday, including head coach Ron Rivera, according to sources. Hurney has become the top candidate to be Washington's next general manager, a hire that could become official this week. Hurney spent several years working with Rivera in […]

Rams Souring On Jared Goff?

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that quarterback Jared Goff is "the quarterback right now" after their Divisional Round loss to the Packers on Saturday, but he didn't sound as convincing when asked about it the following day. "The people I've spoken to said basically at this moment the relationship with Goff and […]

Buccaneers Defense Could Get Vita Via Back Soon

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are designating defensive tackle Vita Vea (ankle) for return from Injured Reserve on Monday. He will begin practicing with the team on Wednesday and could be activated in time for the NFC Championship on Sunday against the Packers. Vea fractured his ankle against the Bears in Week 5 back in October. […]

Patrick Mahomes Still In Concussion Protocol

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that quarterback Patrick Mahomes (concussion) remains in the league's concussion protocol after leaving the Divisional Round win over the Browns on Sunday in the third quarter. "He's in the protocol, and we'll just follow that and see how he does here in the next couple days," Reid […]

Justin Fields Enters 2021 Draft

Ohio State star quarterback Justin Fields announced on Twitter his intentions to forego his remaining eligibility and enter the 2021 NFL draft. He is considered one of the nation's top prospects after leading the Buckeyes to the national championship game, where they fell to Alabama. Fields beat Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence in the semifinals by […]

Mike McDaniel, DeMeco Ryans Promoted By 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers are officially promoting run-game coordinator Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator and inside linebackers coach DeMeco Ryans to defensive coordinator, according to a source. McDaniel will replace Mike LaFleur, while Ryans will be replacing Robert Saleh, who has become the New York Jets head coach. Saleh took LaFleur and offensive line coach […]

Teams Calling About Deshaun Watson

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is not happy with the team after they did not include him in the search for new general manager Nick Caserio. As a result, teams have started calling the Texans to find out if Watson is available in a trade. Owner Cal McNair and the front office haven't said that […]

Chargers Hire Brandon Staley As New Head Coach

The Los Angeles Chargers hired Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley as their next head coach on Sunday, according to sources. The 38-year-old spent just one year with the Rams after leading the league's No. 1 defense in scoring, total defense and pass defense in the 2020 regular season. Rams defenders had career-best seasons […]

Tre'Quan Smith Moved To Active Roster

The New Orleans Saints activated wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (ankle) from Injured Reserve and placed him on the active roster in time for the Divisional Round game against the Buccaneers on Sunday. Smith has not played since the Week 15 loss to the Chiefs, but he should be active for the third meeting with Tampa […]

Saints Want To Bring Jameis Winston Back

The New Orleans Saints will likely see star quarterback Drew Brees retire after this season, and they would like to bring Jameis Winston back. The Saints hardly played Winston at all this year, even when Brees missed time with rib and lung injuries, but they liked what they saw from him in practices this year. […]

Steelers Expect Ben Roethlisberger To Return In 2021

There is optimism within the Pittsburgh Steelers organization that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will return for the 2021 season. Head coach Mike Tomlin welcomed the return of Roethlisberger earlier in the week. The Steelers are expected to promote quarterbacks coach Matt Canada to offensive coordinator after parting ways with Randy Fichtner. Roethlisberger is on the books […]

Ravens Expected To Explore Extension For Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens are expected to explore a long-term contract extension for quarterback Lamar Jackson in the offseason. The Ravens are always open to early deals that make sense for both sides. The 2019 NFL MVP has one year left on his current deal and the Ravens will pick up his fifth-year option. Jackson still […]