Joey Votto Back From Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds activated first baseman Joey Votto (back) from the injured list on Tuesday and optioned infielder/outfielder Jose Peraza to Triple-A Louisville in a corresponding move. Votto is hitting second against Marlins left-hander Caleb Smith in his first game back. The 35-year-old has really showed his age this year, hitting an un-Votto like .262/.352/.410 […]

Lions Release Zach Zenner

The Detroit Lions released running back Zach Zenner on Tuesday. Kerryon Johnson, C.J. Anderson and rookie Ty Johnson are expected to be the top three on Detroit's depth chart heading into the season opener. The 27-year-old Zenner never saw consistent touches as a depth option in the backfield in his four seasons with the Lions. […]

Patriots Release Maurice Harris

The New England Patriots released wide receiver Maurice Harris (leg) from Injured Reserve on Tuesday with an injury settlement. Harris was impressing the coaching staff early in camp, but his injury ended up costing him a roster spot. He caught a career-high 28 passes for 304 yards and no touchdowns in 12 games with Washington […]

Eddie Rosario Returns Tuesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup on Tuesday and is in left field and hitting cleanup against White Sox starter Lucas Giolito. Rosario returns to a fine slash line of .282/.307/.515 with 27 long balls, 74 runs scored and 85 RBI in his 439 at-bats. He'll return to a […]

Keon Broxton Suspended Two Games

Seattle Mariners outfielder Keon Broxton was suspended two games for throwing his equipment at umpire Manny Gonzalez on Monday. Broxton is appealing the suspension and can continue playing until the appeal is heard. It's been a tough year all around for Broxton, and he's hitting just .136 (6-for-44) with two homers, five RBI, 27 strikeouts […]

Blake Snell To Throw Bullpen Friday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell (elbow) threw 10 fastballs on Tuesday and is tentatively scheduled to throw his first bullpen session on Friday. Snell has been out since July 21 and probably won't return to the Rays rotation until the middle of next month, which means you shouldn't count on any fantasy contributions […]

D.K. Metcalf Not Being Ruled Out For Week 1

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that rookie wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (knee) is "moving around this week" with hopes of a quick return. The team isn't ruling him for Week 1 yet. There's a chance that Metcalf plays, but if he does, he could have his role limited, making him one to avoid […]

Brian Anderson Doesn't Need Surgery

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson (finger) will miss the rest of the season but doesn't need surgery on the fractured pinkie finger on his left hand. It's good news and means that Anderson will have plenty of time to be ready for spring training next year. The 26-year-old held his own on a bad […]

Andrew Benintendi Out Again Tuesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi (side) is out of the starting lineup for the second straight game Tuesday. Benintendi's injury isn't believed to be that serious, so consider him day-to-day for now and get him out of your lineups. J.D. Martinez is in left field and is hitting cleanup against Rockies starter Rico Garcia. […]

Niko Goodrum Out 10-14 Days

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (groin) was diagnosed with an adductor strain after visiting with core muscle specialist Dr. William Meyers, and he's expected to be out 10 to 14 days, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. That pretty much guarantees that Goodrum will no longer be of use in single-year fantasy formats the rest of […]

Lourdes Gurriel Getting Closer

The Toronto Blue Jays expect infielder Lourdes Gurriel (quadriceps) to play in rehab games by early next week. The talented 25-year-old has been out since Aug. 10 and should be able to return early next month. He has been attractive in all fantasy leagues while hitting .279/.331/.548 with 19 home runs, 50 runs, 47 RBI […]

Ezekiel Ansah Returns To Practice

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (groin, shoulder) practiced on Tuesday for the first time since signing with the team in May. There's a good chance that he'll be available in Week 1. The Seahawks need Ansah's help bad on a defensive line that doesn't have any standout players. The problem is that Ansah is […]

Sean Doolittle Could Return This Weekend

Washington Nationals closer Sean Doolittle (knee) is progressing and will throw a simulated game on Wednesday. He's hoping to be activated from the injured list in time for the series against the Marlins this weekend. Doolittle was struggling mightily before landing on the shelf, but hopefully for his fantasy owners this little break can get […]

Dolphins Interested In Jadeveon Clowney

The Miami Dolphins are very interested in trading for Houston Texans pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney, according to league sources. However, it remains to be seen if Clowney would be interested in playing for the Dolphins. He prefers the Seahawks and Eagles as potential destinations. The 26-year-old remains an unsigned franchise player, and he's running out of […]

Josh Doctson Not A Lock To Make Final Roster

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden was non-committal on whether wide receiver Josh Doctson would make the final roster. Doctson will not play in the preseason finale on Thursday either. The team has been high on receivers Paul Richardson, Trey Quinn and rookies Terry McLaurin and Kelvin Harmon. Cam Sims and Robert Davis missed most […]

Renato Nunez, Hanser Alberto Back In Lineup

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Renato Nunez (hamstring) and infielder Hanser Alberto (head, neck) are both back in the starting lineup against Nationals left-hander Patrick Corbin. Nunez is at first base and is hitting cleanup, while Alberto is at the hot corner and hitting leadoff. Nunez has been inconsistent from an average perspective, but he has […]

DeSean Jackson Suffers Broken Finger

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (finger) suffered a broken ring finger on his left hand at practice on Tuesday, according to sources. However, he's not expected to miss the regular season opener against the Redskins. It must not be a very serious break, but it's something worth watching with Jackson early in the season. […]

Scott Kingery Out Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder/outfielder Scott Kingery (stomach) is not in the starting lineup on Tuesday after leaving the game on early with a gastrointestinal issue. Kingery is day-to-day and could return as soon as Wednesday. Sean Rodriguez, who hit a walk-off homer on Monday night, is starting at third base and is hitting seventh against Pirates […]

Giants Calling Up Mauricio Dubon

The San Francisco Giants are calling up infield prospect Mauricio Dubon from the minors on Tuesday, according to sources. San Fran's No. 8 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, came over from the Brewers in the trade that involved pitcher Drew Pomeranz in July. The 25-year-old from Honduras has hit an impressive .302/.345/.477 with 20 home runs, […]

Jose Ramirez Out 5-7 Weeks

Cleveland Indians third baseman Jose Ramirez (hand) will miss the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery on Monday to have the hamate bone removed from his right hand. He'll be out the next five to seven weeks. Ramirez was hit by a pitch on his hand in the game last Saturday. In his […]

Texans Not Hopeful On Keke Coutee's Week 1 Status

Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien said he's "not hopeful" that wide receiver Keke Coutee (ankle) will play in the regular season opener in two weeks. Coutee returned to practice on Monday, but obviously he's not as close to returning as we expected. The second-year wideout was injured almost his entire rookie season and has […]

Mets Hoping To Have Robinson Cano Back This Year

New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said that the club is hoping that second baseman Robinson Cano (hamstring) will "be able to join us well before the season ends." Cano has been hitting indoors and out, taking ground balls and running. The veteran infielder suffered a partially torn left hamstring on Aug. 5, […]

Seahawks Cut Amara Darboh

The Seattle Seahawks waived wide receiver Amara Darboh on Tuesday and signed two undrafted rookie receivers in Nyqwan Murray and Kahlil Lewis. A third-round pick in 2017, Darboh just never showed anything with Seattle, catching eight passes for 71 scoreless yards in his rookie year and not playing at all in 2018. Darboh really had […]

Panthers Convinced Cam Newton Will Play In Week 1

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera said that "there's no doubt in my mind" that quarterback Cam Newton (foot) will be ready for Week 1 against the Rams. Newton suffered a mid-foot sprain in the third preseason game, but he should be ready to suit up for the regular season opener. Coming off a second […]

D.J. Chark Returning To Practice Tuesday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark (concussion) will return to practice on Tuesday. He's still in the concussion protocol, but he's making progress toward a Week 1 return. It would be a surprise if Chark doesn't get the clearance between now and the regular season opener. The 22-year-old is looking to make strides in his […]

Rob Gronkowski Not Ruling Out A Return

Ex-New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski said that he could return to the NFL if he feels passionate about football again. "It could be the case in six months, it could be the case in two years, it could be in three years ... But I truly don't see it in the foreseeable future," […]

Jordan Reed Expected To Be Ready For Week 1

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden expects tight end Jordan Reed (concussion) to be available for the regular season opener against the Eagles. Reed entered the concussion protocol after being hit in last Thursday's preseason game against the Falcons. "We're quite confident that Jordan will be fine," Gruden said. It's good news for Reed owners […]

Hunter Strickland Going On Paternity List

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Hunter Strickland is leaving the team to go on the paternity list. Catcher Spencer Kieboom is being called up from the minors in a corresponding move. Strickland should be out just a handful of days. With Strickland out and Sean Doolittle still on the injured list, expect Daniel Hudson to get […]

Anthony Rizzo Doesn't Expect To Play Tuesday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) said that he doesn't expect to play on Tuesday against the Mets. Rizzo left the game on Saturday and hasn't played since, but it seems like he's improving, meaning he could be back in the lineup as soon as Wednesday. Rizzo is hitting a nice .290/.402/.526 with 25 […]

Scott Kingery Expected To Be Fine

Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Phillies manager Gabe Kapler said that infielder/outfielder Scott Kingery's (stomach) abdominal issue that forced him from the game on Monday is gastrointestinal and not muscular, so he's expected to be fine. That means we're likely to see Kingery back in the lineup on Tuesday. He's been useful in most mixed […]