Nick Solak In Line For At-Bats In Left Field

With Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (hip) expected to begin the season on the sidelines, manager Chris Woodward acknowledged that infielder Nick Solak "falls in line to take those at-bats." "His at-bats have been consistent in quality. I've been dying to find a way to get him regular at-bats. I'd lean towards that." Solak is […]

Luis Rengifo In Camp

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo joined the team on Wednesday after being one of the players absent from summer camp due to undisclosed reasons. Others still on the injured list include Julio Teheran, Jose Suarez, Jose Quijada and Dillon Peters. Rengifo, 23, made his major league debut in 2019 and slashed .238/.321/.364 with seven […]

Matt Andriese In Line To Be Fifth Starter

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Matt Andriese appears to be in line to be the team's fifth starter entering the 2020 season. He'd follow Andrew Heaney, Shohei Ohtani, Dylan Bundy and Griffin Canning, although the exact order hasn't been set. Jaime Barria and Felix Pena are the leading candidates to fill in as the sixth […]

Joe Maddon Pumping The Brakes On Jo Adell

Los Angeles Angels manager Joe Maddon has been impressed with the team's top prospect, outfielder Jo Adell, but he's pumping the brakes for anyone expecting Adell to make the team's Opening Day roster. “The guy’s high ceiling all the way around,” Maddon said. “But he has things to work on, quite frankly. Don’t be deceived […]

Dak Prescott, Cowboys Had Late Negotiations

The Dallas Cowboys and quarterback Dak Prescott were involved in last-minute negotiations before the deadline on Wednesday to sign franchise-tagged players to deals, according to sources. The deal was for between $33-35 million annually, with $110 million guaranteed. Nothing came to fruition, so Prescott will make $31.4 million under the tag in 2020, with the […]

Anthony Harris Playing 2020 Under The Tag

Minnesota Vikings safety Anthony Harris wasn't expected to reach a deal before the franchise-tag deadline on Wednesday, so he becomes another example of a player set to finish out the 2020 season on the franchise tag. NFL teams were more reluctant this year to hand out long-term extensions to franchise-tagged players with the 2021 salary […]

Kenyan Drake Not In A Rush For Extension

Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake, who had the transition tag placed on him, isn't close to a long-term deal with the team, but he said that he's not too concerned with a contract extension right now. "That’ll come in due time. Right now I’m focused on everyday getting in the best shape of my […]

Gregory Polanco Absent The Last Two Days

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco has been absent for the team's workouts the last two days, and manager Derek Shelton hasn't given a reason why. Polanco was absent from the team's scrimmage on Wednesday, with Guillermo Heredia playing right field. If Polanco tested positive for COVID-19 or came in contact with someone who did, he […]

Jose Peraza In Line To Start At Second Base

Boston Red Sox infielder Jose Peraza is currently in line to be the regular starting second baseman this year, and he could receive additional starts at shortstop and third base when Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers need a day off. "I didn't realize he was this good defensively," manager Ron Roenicke said. "We're really pleased […]

JaCoby Jones Dealing With Oblique Tightness

Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones (oblique) was scratched from the team's intrasquad game on Wednesday with left oblique tightness. Riley Greene entered the starting lineup as a result in left field, while Victor Reyes shifted to center field. Oblique injuries can be tricky, so there's no guarantee that Jones will be ready in just over […]

Byron Buxton Says He'll Be Ready

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (foot), who was carted off the field on Monday night with a sprained left foot, said he will be ready for Opening Day next Friday. "I'm playing. I'm playing. I ain't worried about that. I'll be there. ... I feel too good to let this beat me," Buxton said. We've […]

Justin Verlander To Start Opening Day

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander will start against the Mariners on Opening Day on July 24. It's looking like Lance McCullers Jr. will start Game 2, with Zack Greinke's throwing schedule affected by the recent missed workouts. McCullers will start the exhibition game on Monday. Verlander was one of the players that benefited from […]

Jose Quintana Has Positive Checkup

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jose Quintana (thumb) had his stitches removed during a checkup on Wednesday and will start throwing on Thursday, according to National League sources. The Cubs will have a better idea on a timeline for a return once he ramps up his throwing program. The left-hander cut his thumb washing dishes and […]

Cristian Pache Has Grade 2 Sprained Ankle

Atlanta Braves outfielder Cristian Pache (ankle), the team's No. 1 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has a Grade 2 sprained ankle and is back at the club's satellite camp in Gwinnett. "Not bad, but he's gonna need a few days," manager Brian Snitker said. It's a tough break for the 21-year-old, but the chances of him […]

Rafael Montero Not Expected To Be Ready

Texas Rangers relief pitcher Rafael Montero is not expected to be ready in time for Opening Day on July 24 because he's behind the other pitchers in summer camp due to a late arrival because of a family issue. Montero is on the 40-man roster and is out of minor league options, but the 30-man […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Has Edge At Hot Corner

Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward said that infielder/catcher Isiah Kiner-Falefa has the "edge" to be a starting corner infielder, which would mean Todd Frazier would shift from third base to first base. Woodward said that Kiner-Falefa "has been out best guy" in summer camp. This is bad news for Greg Bird and Ronald Guzman, who […]

Robinson Chirinos Could Avoid Injured List

There is growing optimism that Texas Rangers catcher Robinson Chirinos (ankle) will avoid the injured list, but he might be limited in the first few series of the regular season. Chirinos injured his ankle during an intrasquad game on Monday, but the injury isn't that serious. The 36-year-old can be extremely streaky and is unlikely […]

Willie Calhoun Likely To Miss Opening Day

Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (hip) has a Grade 1 strain of his right hip and is likely to miss Opening Day, according to general manager Jon Daniels. The Rangers don't expect him to be out long, but he will miss the start of the regular season next Friday. Calhoun has plenty of fantasy and […]

Titans, Derrick Henry Agree To Four-Year Deal

The Tennessee Titans and running back Derrick Henry agreed to a four-year deal worth $50 million on Wednesday, according to a source. Two years will basically be guaranteed. Henry capitalized after winning the NFL's rushing title in 2019 with 1,540 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on 303 carries. The bruising downhill runner is a perfect […]

Browns Finalizing Extension For Myles Garrett

The Cleveland Browns are finalizing a five-year contract extension with star pass-rusher Myles Garrett worth $125 million, according to a league source. The deal will be worth a total of $144 million over seven years, which would make Garrett the highest-paid non-quarterback in the league. The 24-year-old is expected to sign the deal as early […]

Joe Thuney To Play On Tag In 2020

A source reported that everything is "all quiet" on the front for New England Patriots offensive guard Joe Thuney on Wednesday, the deadline for the two sides to work out a long-term contract extension. He is likely to play under the franchise tag this season, which will pay him $14.78 million. Thuney has been one […]

Jaguars In No Rush To Trade Yannick Ngakoue

The Jacksonville Jaguars have received multiple offers for defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, including one involving a Pro Bowl player that doesn't fit their system, but it hasn't been enough value for them to deal a player of Ngakoue's caliber, according to sources. Teams have been told that the pass-rusher would play on the $17.788 million […]

Kenny Stills Arrested At Protest

Houston Texans wide receiver Kenny Stills was arrested on Tuesday night and charged with felony intimidating participant in a legal process, misdemeanor disorderly conduct and criminal trespass for peaceful protest outside of the home of Attorney General Daniel Cameron. The protest was demanding action for Breonna Taylor's case. This will become a situation to watch […]

Chiefs Lock Up Chris Jones Long-Term

The Kansas City Chiefs signed defensive tackle Chris Jones to a four-year contract extension worth up to $85 million on Tuesday. It comes after the Chiefs signed superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes for 12 years and $503 million. If a long-term deal hadn't been reached between the Chiefs and Jones by Wednesday, July 15, Jones would've […]

Jacob deGrom's MRI Shows Nothing Serious

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom's (back) MRI exam didn't show anything concerning on Wednesday, and the team is considering him day-to-day after he left his intrasquad outing early on Tuesday with back stiffness. It's unclear when the back-to-back National League Cy Young winner will pitch again, but it looks like he's dodged a […]

Jose Siri Added To Player Pool

The San Francisco Giants added outfielder Jose Siri to their player pool on Tuesday. He was acquired from the Mariners on Feb. 3 on a waiver claim. With Billy Hamilton on the 10-day injured list for medical reasons and no timetable for his return, Siri gives the team another speed element in center field. The […]

Johnny Cueto To Start Opening Day

San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler announced that starting pitcher Johnny Cueto will start on Opening Day on July 23 against the Dodgers. Cueto also received the nod on March 11, the last day of spring training before MLB paused camps due to COVID-19. The veteran right-hander threw more than 60 pitches in a three-inning […]

Anthony Santander Confirms Positive COVID-19 Test

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander confirmed that he tested positive for COVID-19, which is why he wasn't in summer camp. The good news is that Santander joined the team's workouts on Tuesday, which means he could still have time to get ready for Opening Day next Friday. If healthy, he should have a starting role […]

Joe Smith Placed On Restricted List

The Houston Astros placed relief pitcher Joe Smith on the restricted list on Wednesday, but Smith has not informed the team of his final intentions for the 2020 season. It was reported earlier that Smith was opting out of the 2020 season due to concerns around the coronavirus pandemic, but he hasn't made a final […]

Jacob deGrom Going For MRI Exam

New York Mets manager Luis Rojas said starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (back) is day-to-day and is going for an MRI exam on Wednesday. Rojas said it's too early to speculate on deGrom's status for Sunday's exhibition game against the Yankees and for Opening Day next Friday. The right-hander left his intrasquad start early on Tuesday […]