Mike Leake Throws Simulated Game

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Mike Leake (wrist) threw a 68-pitch simulated game over four innings on Thursday. Leake is still sporting a cast for his left wrist fracture, and he'll need to start catching baseballs to see how much impact his wrist can handle. The right-hander struck out five in his simulated game, but it […]

Robbie Ray Has New Delivery

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray has a new over-the-top motion in his delivery out of the windup this year that he's hoping will help him create better timing and a more direct finish to the plate. Ray threw 14 first-pitch strikes to the 15 batters he faced in his Cactus League outing on Thursday, […]

Devontae Booker, Theo Riddick Will Hit Open Market

Denver Broncos running backs Devontae Booker and Theo Riddick (shoulder) will both hit the free-agent market, where they will draw second-wave interest from other teams. Riddick, who was on Injured Reserve all last year, has been medically cleared. With Phillip Lindsay and Royce Freeman running Denver's backfield the last two years, Booker has become an […]

Panthers Interested In Re-Signing Mario Addison

The Carolina Panthers are interested in re-signing defensive end Mario Addison, but the 32-year-old plans to test the open market, according to league sources. Addison has 39 sacks in the last four seasons, which is the most of any Carolina player in that span. He finished with 34 tackles (20 solo), 9.5 sacks and two […]

Jadeveon Clowney Interested In The Giants

Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney is interested in playing for the New York Giants if he hits the open market on March 18, according to an NFL source. However, Clowney could be looking at a contract worth $22-23 million per season, which would likely be out of New York's price range. Even though […]

49ers Re-Sign Jeffery Wilson, Ross Dwelley, Others

The San Francisco 49ers re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent running back Jeffery Wilson, tight end Ross Dwelley, quarterback Nick Mullens, offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill and cornerback Emmanuel Moseley on Thursday. Wilson appeared in 10 games last year and had 27 carries for 105 yards and four touchdowns. He's unlikely to see much playing time again in 2020 […]

Jacoby Brissett Needs To Work On Quicker Release

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni was impressed with quarterback Jacoby Brissett's pocket awareness and ability to extend plays outside the pocket in 2019, but he'd like to see him improve on scanning the field and getting the ball out of his hands faster. "He always knew where to go with the football, and then […]

DeSean Jackson Recovered From Core Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (core) has pronounced himself 100 percent recovered after having core muscle surgery in November. “I’ll be back stronger than ever,” Jackson said. D-Jax caught two 50-yard touchdown passes in the season opener last year before getting hurt in Week 2 and missing the rest of the season. The 33-year-old […]

Amari Cooper Wants To Be Cowboy For Life

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent wide receiver Amari Cooper said he wants "to be a Cowboy for life." "I love being a Dallas Cowboy. I love everything about it. I think about it every day," Cooper said. "Just the aura of being a Dallas Cowboy, you can't beat it." With Dallas expected to use the franchise […]

Josh Naylor Expected To Play Friday

San Diego Padres outfielder Josh Naylor (neck) took part in the team's full workout on Thursday and is expected to be in the Cactus League lineup on Friday night, barring a setback. Naylor has been fighting through a minor neck strain, but he should be fine for the start of the regular season. The 22-year-old […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Unlikely To Return Until Next Week

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (flu) was back with the team on Thursday, but he's unlikely to return to Cactus League action until next week. Tatis has missed time this week with the illness, but he has plenty of time to recover before Opening Day. The shortstop phenom missed time with injuries last […]

Blake Snell Has Successful Bullpen Friday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell (elbow) said he felt great during his 20-pitch bullpen session on Friday, and he mixed in all of his pitches, including his slider. Snell will see how his body responds on Saturday, but he thinks he could pitch in a Grapefruit League game on Monday against the Blue […]

Jets Trying To Re-Sign Robby Anderson

The New York Jets are making an effort to re-sign wide receiver Robby Anderson, according to a source. It was widely believed that Anderson would be too pricey for the Jets to retain, as he'll be one of the top receivers on the open market. But it looks like Gang Green might be having second […]

Jimmy Nelson To Throw Bullpen Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jimmy Nelson (lower body) will throw a bullpen session on Friday. Initially a candidate for the final rotation spot, Nelson's injury has set him back, and the best-case scenario now is that he opens the 2020 season in the bullpen for the Dodgers. The 30-year-old had a really solid year in […]

Ben Bowden Likely Out Another Month

Colorado Rockies pitching prospect Ben Bowden (back) hasn't made much progress from lower back soreness and is likely to be out for another month, according to manager Bud Black. Ranked as the team's No. 8 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, at the end of last season, the 25-year-old southpaw has a chance to be a true […]

Kyle Freeland To Pitch Sunday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland (back) is scheduled to pitch on Sunday against the Indians after being held out recently with lower back spasms. “I feel good and strong,” Freeland said. “I really don’t think I’ve lost much time. I just wanted to make sure I didn’t rush anything.” The left-hander had his last […]

Brendan Rodgers Serves As DH Thursday

Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (shoulder) made his Cactus League debut on Thursday as the designated hitter and went 2-for-3. Rodgers, who had shoulder surgery last July, is hoping to be able to play the field next week. Initially projected to be out until May, Rodgers has been healing quickly. However, Hampson must produce […]

Yu Darvish Scratched With Illness

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish (illness) was scratched from his Grapefruit League start on Thursday because he's dealing with a cold. It was initially reported that he was dealing with the flu, but tests proved otherwise. Second baseman Jason Kipnis is also taking the day off due to illness. Darvish, the expected Opening Day […]

Melvin Gordon Expected To Test Open Market

Los Angeles Chargers impending free-agent running back Melvin Gordon is expected to test the free-agent market, according to a source. Gordon has been expected to go elsewhere all along, with restricted free-agent Austin Ekeler being the one to stay with the Bolts. Gordon has played in 12 games in each of the last two seasons, […]

Adalberto Mondesi Hoping To Play Next Week

Kansas City Royals shortstop Adalberto Mondesi (shoulder) still isn't ready to play in spring training games, but he said that he's hoping to make his Cactus League debut next week. Mondesi is recovering from shoulder surgery but is expected to be ready for Opening Day as long as he doesn't have any setbacks. The 24-year-old […]

Chris Sale Shut Down For A Week With Flexor Strain

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) has been diagnosed with a flexor strain in his left arm and will be shut down from throwing for a week. It was reported on Wednesday night that Sale isn't expected to need Tommy John surgery, which is a huge relief for those that already drafted him […]

Jason Peters Expected To Hit Open Market

The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to let left tackle Jason Peters hit the free-agent market, according to sources. The nine-time Pro Bowler could be playing for another team after spending 11 years with the Eagles. Despite his age (38), Peters remained productive in protecting quarterback Carson Wentz's blind side in 2019, but it looks like […]

Markus Golden Could Test Free Agency

New York Giants impending free-agent linebacker Markus Golden has interest in re-signing with the Giants, but he will also endeavor to test the free-agent market, according to a source. Golden led the Giants with 10 sacks in the 2019 season, his first with the G-Men. However, aside from a career-high 12.5-sack season in his second […]

LeSean McCoy Not Expected To Return To Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs running back LeSean McCoy isn't thinking about retiring, but he's not expected to be back with the Chiefs in 2020. McCoy, who will turn 32 this summer, played just one snap in the postseason on the way to winning a Super Bowl title with KC. Despite fading down the stretch, Shady averaged […]

Chris Archer To Make Spring Debut Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chris Archer (neck) is scheduled to make his Grapefruit League debut on Friday against the Blue Jays. Archer was scratched from a spring start last week with neck tightness, but he's worked through the issue and is ready to go. If he can avoid any further setbacks, he should be ready […]

Panthers To Acquire Russell Okung; Trai Turner To Bolts

The Los Angeles Chargers and Carolina Panthers have tentatively agreed to a swap that would send left tackle Russell Okung to the Panthers in exchange for offensive guard Trai Turner, according to sources. The trade is expected to be processed at the start of the league year. If quarterback Cam Newton (foot) remains in the […]

49ers Pick Up Kyle Juszczyk's Option

The San Francisco 49ers exercised fullback Kyle Juszczyk's option for the 2020 season on Wednesday, according to a source. Juszczyk, who will turn 29 in April, only carried the ball three times and caught the ball 20 times during the regular season, but he's an integral part of the team's ground game as the lead […]

Jimmy Graham Not Expected To Return

Green Bay Packers tight end Jimmy Graham is not expected to be back with the team next season, according to sources. Graham has become a shell of his former self, so this move wouldn't come as a huge surprise. The 33-year-old rarely gets much separation these days and had only 38 catches (60 targets) for […]

Brad Peacock Throws Off Mound Wednesday

Houston Astros pitcher Brad Peacock (neck) was scheduled to throw off a mound for the first time this spring on Wednesday. Peacock has been struggling with nerve issues in his neck, effectively ending his chances of opening the regular season in the starting rotation. The 32-year-old right-hander has proven highly effective in a relief role […]

Taijuan Walker Looks Good Wednesday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (elbow) threw two innings in a B game on Wednesday and allowed no hits, no walks and struck out two while throwing 21 of his 31 pitches for strikes. Walker had been limited to bullpen sessions and live batting practice in camp as the team slowly prepares him for […]