Pirates Have Outfield Opening This Year

The Pittsburgh Pirates have an outfield spot open heading into the 2018 season with Andrew McCutchen traded to the Giants. It seems likely that they will choose between Adam Frazier, Sean Rodriguez and Jordan Luplow to fill in next to outfielders Starling Marte and Gregory Polanco. Prospect Austin Meadows, 22, is on the brink of... Read More

Rotation Spots Up For Grabs In Milwaukee

Aside from Milwaukee Brewers starting pitchers Zach Davies, Chase Anderson and Jhoulys Chacin, there are two open rotation spots for the Brewers with Jimmy Nelson (shoulder) expected to miss a big chunk of the first half of the season. The Brewers could still add a starter in free agency or trade for one, but that... Read More

Lance McCullers Working On Body Alignment

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers said he is focusing more on his body alignment this year. About the only thing holding McCullers back from a breakout season has been his health, as he landed on the disabled list twice in 2017 with back issues. When healthy, he struck out 25.8 percent of the batters... Read More

Jeurys Familia Expected To See Majority Of Save Chances

New York Mets pitching coach Dave Eiland said relief pitcher Jeurys Familia "will probably get the majority of the saves" in 2018. New manager Mickey Callaway initially said the team would use several relievers in various roles at the back end, but it looks like Familia will be the favorite in the ninth inning, but... Read More

Troy Tulowitzki Dealing With Bone Spur

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons said shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (heel) is dealing with a bone spur in his heal, but Gibbons doesn't think it'll be an issue in spring training. However, Tulo may have a delayed start in camp. This is the last thing Toronto wants to see after Tulowitzki played in just 66... Read More

Bills Name Terry Robiskie As Receivers Coach

The Buffalo Bills named ex-Titans offensive coordinator Terry Robiskie as their new wide receivers coach. The 63-year-old has been an NFL coach for the last 36 years, 19 of which have been served as a receivers coach. He developed Roddy White and Julio Jones with the Falcons from 2008 to 2015. Robiskie served as an... Read More

Johnny Manziel To Play In Spring League

Free-agent quarterback Johnny Manziel confirmed on his Twitter page that he will be joining the NFL's Spring League in Austin, Texas, on March 28. "Football has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. Sometimes you take for granted how much you value something until it's gone. My goal... Read More

Mike Glennon's Time In Chicago Nearing An End

Chicago Bears backup quarterback Mike Glennon isn't long for Chicago, as the writing is clearly on the wall that he will not be playing for the Bears in 2018. Glennon was benched in Week 5 in favor of rookie Mitch Trubisky after he turned the ball over eight times in four games. Glennon's base salary... Read More

Vikings Could Look To Trade Laquon Treadwell

The Minnesota Vikings could be proactive this offseason and look to trade wide receiver Laquon Treadwell, who could use a change of scenery. A former first-round pick, Treadwell has struggled to find a role in Minnesota, and he could fetch the Vikings a mid-round draft pick in exchange. In his two seasons with Minnesota, Treadwell... Read More

Broncos Seem Intent On Making Devontae Booker Their No. 1 Back

The Denver Broncos seem intent on making running back Devontae Booker their No. 1 back moving forward, which means C.J. Anderson could be released in the offseason. It's a little bit of a head-scratcher, given that Booker hasn't really proved to be a lead back in his two years in the NFL. He ran the... Read More

Broncos Could Release C.J. Anderson

Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson was one of the lone bright spots on offense in 2017, as he recorded his first 1,000-yard rushing season, but he was openly wondering what his future would be following the season, and the Broncos could wind up releasing him with two years remaining on his deal and no... Read More

Muhammad Wilkerson Expected To Be Cut

New York Jets defensive lineman Muhammad Wilkerson will carry a $16.75 million salary for the 2018 season, and the only question is whether the Jets designate him a pre-June 1 cut or post-June 1 cut. His 2018 salary cap hit will be $20 million. The Jets can clear $11 million in cap space by cutting... Read More

Clayton Kershaw Named Opening Day Starter In 2018

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts named starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw as the team's Opening Day starter on Tuesday. What a shocker. The talented left-hander will turn 30 years old next month, but he remains the best pitcher in baseball and went 18-4 with a 2.31 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 202 strikeouts in 175 innings... Read More

Justin Houston Expected To Remain With Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston will not be among those being released this offseason, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Houston has just 21 total sacks in three seasons since he accumulated 22 in 2014, but he's still one of the best defenders on the team. He'll command a base salary... Read More

Derrick Johnson To Become Free Agent

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson will become a free agent when his contract expires at the start of the new league year March 14. It will end his 13-year run with the team. Johnson is the Chiefs all-time leading tackler with 1,262 (993 solo) in his 13 seasons with KC, and he earned four... Read More

Several Teams Interested In Tony Watson

Free-agent relief pitcher Tony Watson is receiving interest from the Giants, Philles and Red Sox, according to a source close to the situation. There are also other teams interested beyond those three teams. The left-handed reliever pitched for the Pirates and Dodgers in 2017, appearing in 11 playoff games for LA. He gave up just... Read More

Kam Chancellor Intends To Play In 2018

Seattle Seahawks safety Kam Chancellor (neck) intends to play in 2018 if he's medically cleared, according to a source. His $6.8 million for the 2018 season was fully guaranteed on Feb. 9. Chancellor played in a career-low nine games in 2017 due to his injury, and he'll turn 30 in April. That doesn't mean he... Read More

Chris Heisey Signs With Twins

Free-agent outfielder Chris Heisey signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training with the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday. Heisey only accumulated 74 at-bats with the Nationals in 2017, hitting a weak .162/.215/.270 with one homer and five RBI. He'll compete for a bench role with Minnesota, and he'll have minimal fantasy value... Read More

Will Smith With No Setbacks

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Will Smith (elbow) said he hasn't had any setbacks in his recovery from Tommy John surgery and recently threw his seventh bullpen session. However, he's unsure if he'll be ready for opening day, and the training staff is being cautious with him. It's hard to say how Smith will fare... Read More

Miguel Sano Expected To Be At Camp On Time

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (shin) is expected to report to spring camp on time, and he's currently working out in the Dominican Republic. He will be limited early in camp, but he's expected to be ready for the start of the season. Before his shin injury last year, Sano was an elite power... Read More

Diamondbacks Looking For Ways To Keep J.D. Martinez

The Arizona Diamondbacks remain engaged in talks to re-sign free-agent outfielder J.D. Martinez, even though the Red Sox remain the clear favorite for his services. Martinez's agent, Scott Boras, recently had an in-person meeting with Arizona owner Ken Kendrick as the sides try to find common ground. With the Diamondbacks not having as much of... Read More

Preston Brown Hopes To Re-Sign

Buffalo Bills impending free-agent linebacker Preston Brown, who led the NFL with 144 tackles in 2017, would like to re-sign with the team. "In the exit meeting [after Buffalo's playoff loss to Jacksonville], coach made it sound like they wanted me back," Brown told ESPN. "He said some things that sounded like that. But you... Read More

Eli Apple, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie In Danger Of Being Cut

New York Giants cornerbacks Eli Apple and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie are candidates to be released this offseason. Apple is an extremely athletic 22-year-old former first-round pick, but his immaturity issues have caused a rift in the locker room and with coaches. He'll cost $4.13 million on the salary cap, and the Giants would be hit with... Read More

Brandon Marshall, Dwayne Harris Could Be Cap Casualties

New York Giants wide receivers Brandon Marshall and Dwayne Harris could be in danger of being cut to save salary cap space this offseason. Marshall is 33 years old and played in just five games in 2017 before landing on Injured Reserve with an ankle injury. Even when he was on the field he wasn't... Read More

Giants Name Mike Shula As Offensive Coordinator

The New York Giants have hired Mike Shula as their new offensive coordinator, according to sources. Shula was an offensive assistant when David Gettleman was the general manager in Carolina, so this makes sense. Shula could take a back seat to new head coach Pat Shurmur in terms of play calling, however. New York's biggest... Read More

Red Sox Offer To J.D. Martinez Around $100 Million

The Boston Red Sox's current five-year offer to free-agent outfielder J.D. Martinez is in the vicinity of $100 million, closer to that mark than the $125 million figure that has been reported, according to major league sources. Boston covets Martinez's power bat in the middle of their lineup, but they are hesitant to bid against... Read More

Yankees To Attend Tim Lincecum's Showcase

The New York Yankees will attend free-agent starting pitcher Tim Lincecum's showcase this week, according to sources. The Padres and Giants are also known to be interested in the veteran two-time Cy Young winner. He reportedly has gained some velocity on his fastball in recent workouts and looks to be in better shape, but he... Read More

Luke Kuechly Underwent Shoulder Surgery

Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (shoulder) is recovering from shoulder surgery that kept him out of the Pro Bowl, according to a league source. The surgery was done on his right shoulder. Kuechly had left shoulder surgery for a torn labrum two years ago after the 2015 season. He remains one of the best all-around... Read More

Kareem Hunt Involved In Off-Field Incident

A woman told police that Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt "shoved and pushed" her in a weekend dispute in downtown Cleveland, according to the police report. However, no charges have been filed as of Monday. There are varying accounts of the incident, with one report listing Hunt as a suspect and another report... Read More

Brandon Maurer's Arbitration Hearing Set For Thursday

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Brandon Maurer's salary arbitration hearing is scheduled for Thursday. He is asking for $3.5 million, while the Royals countered at $2.95 million. The Royals have never gone to an arbitration hearing under general manager Dayton Moore. Maurer had 20 saves with the Padres in 2017 before being traded to KC,... Read More