A's, Mets Checking In On Russell Martin

The Oakland Athletics and New York Mets and a few other teams have checked in on free-agent catcher Russell Martin. Martin has already turned down a few offers as he prioritizes a family situation, but he still wants to play in 2020. The 37-year-old Canadian is at the end of his career and will surely […]

Trent Williams Wants New Contract Or Trade

The Washington Redskins have had good conversations with left tackle Trent Williams, but the team's attempt to bring him back in 2020 is an ongoing process, according to head coach Ron Rivera. Williams is heading into the last year of his contract and has told the team that he either wants his contract redone or […]

Griffin Canning Going For Elbow MRI

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Griffin Canning (elbow) came up with an elbow issue after his first spring outing on Wednesday, and he's going for an MRI exam on Thursday. Manager Joe Maddon said he's somewhat concerned. The 23-year-old missed the end of last season with right elbow inflammation, but it was precautionary. Canning is […]

Patriots Haven't Started Negotiations With Tom Brady

The New England Patriots have yet to reach out to impending free-agent quarterback Tom Brady about a new contract. The Patriots still have time to discuss re-signing Brady, but it's a noteworthy development during the scouting combine this week. Meanwhile Brady's agent, Don Yee, is meeting with quarterback-needy teams at the combine this week. There […]

Ryan Kerrigan, Brandon Scherff In The Team's Plans

Washington Redskins head coach Ron Rivera said that linebacker Ryan Kerrigan and offensive guard Brandon Scherff are both in the team's plans for 2020. The Redskins have also started contract talks with Scherff and his representation. If a deal isn't struck with Scherff, the franchise tag is a possibility. Kerrigan wasn't able to play in […]

Colts, Giants Could Have Interest In Jadeveon Clowney

The Indianapolis Colts and New York Giants are among the teams that could have interest in Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney, according to sources. Clowney has a long history of injuries in his six-year career, playing a full season just once in 2017 with the Texans, but he's among the most talented and […]

Robert Tonyan Jr. Undergoes Core Surgery

Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan Jr. (core) underwent core muscle surgery in Philadelphia, according to his agent, Jack Bechta. Tonyan was bothered by the injury all year and wasn't able to run the same. In his second season in the NFL in 2019, he had just 10 receptions for 100 yards and a […]

Chiefs To Use Franchise Tag On Chris Jones

The Kansas City Chiefs will use the franchise tag on defensive tackle Chris Jones, according to sources. The Chiefs view him in their long-term plans and want to keep him paired with Frank Clark on the defensive line for years to come. The 25-year-old is an excellent run-stuffer up the middle and helped the Chiefs […]

Tom Brady Unlikely To Return To New England?

ESPN's Jeff Darlington said on GetUpESPN that he'd now be surprised if New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady re-signed with the team in free agency. "I’m now at the point where I would be stunned if Tom Brady went back to New England," Darlington said. The two teams being discussed with the best chances of […]

Bills Have Talked With Josh Norman

The Buffalo Bills have talked with free-agent cornerback Josh Norman, according to general manager Brandon Beane, but nothing is imminent. Norman was recently released from the Redskins and has ties to both Beane and head coach Sean McDermott from their time together with the Panthers. Norman was drafted with Beane in the Carolina front office, […]

Marquise Goodwin Might Be Expendable

While the San Francisco 49ers think wide receiver Marquise Goodwin is too valuable to straight up cut, they are open to trading him, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Goodwin has two years left on his current deal and is scheduled to make $3.95 million in base salary in 2020 while counting $4.906 million against […]

Cowboys Talking To Dak Prescott's Agent

The Dallas Cowboys and Todd France, the agent for quarterback Dak Prescott, had discussions on Wednesday regarding a long-term contract extension for the first time since September of last year. The meeting didn't last long, but the Cowboys are hoping to get a long-term deal done before needing to use the franchise tag on Prescott. […]

Abraham Toro-Hernandez Diagnosed With Pink Eye

Houston Astros infielder Abraham Toro-Hernandez (eye) was scratched from the Grapefruit League lineup on Tuesday and was diagnosed with pink eye on Wednesday, according to manager Dusty Baker. Toro wasn't at the facility on Wednesday but is expected back on Thursday. The Canadian corner infielder finished last season ranked as the team's No. 5 prospect, […]

Josh Reddick Could Make Spring Debut This Weekend

Houston Astros outfielder Josh Reddick (shoulder) said he will make his Grapefruit League debut possibly as early as this weekend. Reddick is healed from offseason left shoulder surgery but arrived at camp on a personal workout plan. The Astros are just being cautious with the 33-year-old, and he should be fine in time for Opening […]

Forrest Whitley Goes Back To Arm Swing

Houston Astros pitching prospect Forrest Whitley went back to the arm swing he used while in high school five years ago at the request of pitching coach Brent Strom. Whitley was happy with the results on Wednesday when he allowed three runs and two hits with a walk and one strikeout against the Cardinals. The […]

Ty Buttrey To Throw Again Thursday

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Ty Buttrey (side) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday and will throw another one on Saturday or Sunday and then again on Wednesday before getting into a spring training game in early March. Buttrey is dealing with an intercostal issue but has plenty of time to get […]

Julio Teheran To Make A Start Next Week

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Julio Teheran (hamstring) was scratched from the spring game against the Dodgers due to left hamstring tightness, but he said the injury is minor and is expected to make his next start either Monday or Tuesday. An MRI exam came back clean and the Angels think it was more of […]

Salvador Perez To Catch Thursday

Kansas City Royals manager Mike Matheny said that catcher Salvador Perez (elbow) will likely be behind the plate for the first time this spring in a game on Thursday. Perez missed all of the 2019 season after having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. He should be fine for Opening Day and will immediately […]

Mets Not Concerned About Brandon Nimmo

Updating a previous report, New York Mets manager Luis Rojas called outfielder Brandon Nimmo's cardiac screening on Wednesday "precautionary." Rojas called the tests relatively routine and said he's not concerned about Nimmo. Nimmo was scratched from the Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday, but it looks like he'll be just fine. That's great news after the […]

Case Keenum On Browns Radar

Washington Redskins impending free-agent quarterback Case Keenum is on the Cleveland Browns' radar, according to a league source. Cleveland is looking to bring in a veteran backup to Baker Mayfield that can help him grow and develop after a disappointing 2019 campaign. Drew Stanton missed all of last season with a knee injury and will […]

Brandon Nimmo Scratched Wednesday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo was scratched from the Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday because the team cardiologist suggested an additional cardiac screening, which was completed on Wednesday. This may just be a precaution and might not lead to anything, but stay tuned for more information on the situation. Nimmo hit .263/.404/.483 with 17 […]

Bradley Chubb Will Be Ready For Training Camp

Denver Broncos defensive end Bradley Chubb (knee) will not take part in organized team activities this spring, but he will be ready for training camp. Chubb, the fifth overall pick in 2018, is recovering from a torn ACL that cost him 12 games in his sophomore season. The 23-year-old wasted no time doing damage in […]

Browns Expected To Pursue Chase Daniel

The Cleveland Browns are expected to pursue Chicago Bears impending free-agent quarterback Chase Daniel when free agency begins. The Browns need a strong veteran backup behind Baker Mayfield next season. Cleveland's backup last year was Drew Stanton, but he's set to be a free agent next month as well. Behind him was Garrett Gilbert. Daniel […]

Cowboys Want To Keep Amari Cooper, Randall Cobb

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy said the team would like to keep impending free-agent wide receivers Amari Cooper and Randall Cobb. Cooper is the bigger priority as the team's No. 1 receiver, but things are complicated this offseason, as the Cowboys' biggest priority is getting franchise quarterback Dak Prescott signed to a long-term extension. […]

Justin Verlander Scratched From Spring Start Thursday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (groin) was scratched from his Grapefruit League start on Thursday with groin discomfort, according to manager Dusty Baker. Instead, the 2019 American League Cy Young will throw a simulated game on Thursday, so the injury doesn't appear to be very serious. For a pitcher that just turned 37, though, […]

Sean Lee Expected To Return In 2020

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee is expected to return to the team in 2020. Lee played in a full season for the first time of his career and saw considerable playing time in the second half of the season with Leighton Vander Esch (neck) injured, recording 86 tackles (55 solo), one sack and one interception. […]

Tua Tagovailoa Receives Positive Reports On Hip

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa received overwhelmingly positive reports on his dislocated hip from teams who examined him following two days of medical testing, according to sources. The MRIs were clean, his fractured hip is healed and there is no loss in blood flow. One source said Tagovailoa "looked great." It's great news for Tua's draft […]

Baker Mayfield Plans To Be Slimmer And Faster In 2020

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, who put on some weight last year to bulk up, plans to be slimmer and faster this year with an emphasis on being in better shape. The extra weight that Mayfield carried with him last year caused him to lose some overall quickness. Cleveland had sky-high expectations going into last […]

Niko Goodrum Dealing With Sore Groin

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) has been held out of the last two spring games as a precaution as he deals with a sore groin. Goodrum could be back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday. He should be fine for the start of the regular season. Goodrum's greatest contribution to fantasy owners is […]

Julio Teheran Won't Start Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Julio Teheran (hamstring) will miss his spring training start on Wednesday due to left hamstring tightness. An MRI exam came back negative, however, according to general manager Billy Eppler. Griffin Canning will get the start on the mound instead against the Dodgers. It doesn't sound like a serious injury for […]