Jeff McNeil Could Play Outfield Against Righties

New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen said that infielder Jeff McNeil's focus this spring will be "a transition to the outfield because we think we can be a lethal lineup with a McNeil, Conforto, Nimmo outfield against right-handed pitching." McNeil was never a big prospect for the Mets through the minors, but the […]

Giants Unlikely To Target Kyler Murray

The New York Giants are unlikely to draft Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray because of his lack of size at 5-foot-10. Some scouts and executives are convinced that Murray is a first-round talent, while others are skeptical because of his small stature. The Giants, Jaguars and the Broncos could be looking for quarterbacks in the top […]

Chris Archer Throwing Bullpens Without Issues

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chris Archer, who had hernia surgery last November, said he has thrown four bullpen sessions already and reported no issues. "We're not going to rush into anything, but by the first week of the season, I'll be ready to throw over 100 pitches. That's the goal," Archer said. Archer was a […]

Anthony Swarzak Behind In Camp

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Anthony Swarzak (shoulder) will be slightly behind the other pitchers in the throwing program after dealing with mild shoulder discomfort last season with the Mets. The left-hander was a disaster in 2018, posting a 6.15 ERA, 1.59 WHIP, four saves and 31 strikeouts in 26 1/3 innings. He'll work in mostly […]

Yankees Not Out On Manny Machado

The New York Yankees may not be the favorites to sign free-agent shortstop Manny Machado, but they are not out on him and their front office continues to check in with Machado's representatives, according to major league sources. The White Sox and Phillies have been more aggressive. People close to Machado continue to believe he'll […]

Didi Gregorius Does Some Throwing Monday

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (elbow) resumed throwing on Monday for the first time since having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow on Oct. 17. He said he did 25 tosses from 60 feet pain-free. He was also spotted making light throws to first base after fielding grounders at shortstop. Depending on how […]

Browns Sign Kareem Hunt

The Cleveland Browns signed free-agent running back Kareem Hunt on Monday. The Chiefs released Hunt last season after a video emerged of him kicking a woman in a hotel. The 5-foot-11, 216-pound back led the league in rushing in his rookie year in 2017 and has run for 2,151 yards on 453 carries (4.7 yards […]

Kyler Murray Committed To Becoming NFL Quarterback

Former Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray announced on his Twitter page on Monday that he is "firmly and fully committing my life and time to becoming an NFL quarterback." He has already committed to attending the NFL scouting combine later this month and appears ready to bail on the Oakland Athletics after they selected him in […]

Michael Chavis In Better Shape

Boston Red Sox top prospect Michael Chavis came to camp at 208 pounds this year after weighing 222 pounds last spring. "I feel faster. I feel more mobile," Chavis said. The 23-year-old corner infielder hit an impressive .298/.381/.538 with nine home runs and 27 RBI in just 47 games in three minor league stops last […]

Kyle Gibson Recovered From Illness

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (illness) said he's pretty much recovered from e-coli issues he dealt with recently and feels that he'll be ready for Opening Day. The 31-year-old put up his best season in the majors in 2018, going 10-13 with a 3.62 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and career-high 8.2 K/9 in 32 starts […]

Are Jameis Winston's Issues Mechanical?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers new head coach Bruce Arians believes that a lot of quarterback Jameis Winston's inconsistencies are related to his mechanics. Winston has 58 interceptions and 18 lost fumbles over the last four years, which is the second most in the NFL in that span. "I’ve studied a bunch of them," Arians said. "Clyde […]

Brendan McKay To Be Limited To DH Duties

The Tampa Bay Rays will limit two-way prospect Brendan McKay to designated hitter duties this spring as they try to maximize his development as a two-way star. The Rays feel McKay's pregame schedule will be simplified if he doesn't have to worry about first base duties. It should also keep him healthier after he has […]

Giants Expected To Sign Stephen Vogt

The San Francisco Giants are expected to sign free-agent catcher Stephen Vogt. The Giants are looking for catching depth behind Buster Posey after losing Nick Hundley to free agency. Posey is coming off a serious hip surgery last August and will be looking to rest him often early in the season. Vogt, 34, didn't play […]

A's Sign Nick Hundley

The Oakland Athletics signed free-agent catcher Nick Hundley to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training on Monday. The 35-year-old served as the backup in San Francisco the last two seasons and hit .241/.298/.408 with 10 home runs and 31 RBI in 282 at-bats in 2018. He should share backup duties with […]

Corey Kluber Likely To Stay With Indians

Trade talks surrounding Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber have quieted to a whisper of late and multiple sources said there is almost no chance that the two-time American League Cy Young winner will be dealt before the start of spring training. The Indians aren't expected to be receptive to trade talks during spring training […]

Buster Posey Says He's On Schedule

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey (hip) said he has no concerns about his status for Opening Day and is on track after undergoing serious hip surgery in August. He's hoping a healthier lower half will help his power return in 2019. Posey had his hip impingement and torn labrum fixed, as well as microfracture […]

Patrick Chung Recovering After Surgery

New England Patriots safety Patrick Chung (forearm) said he is doing well after undergoing surgery to fix his broken forearm this week. He suffered the injury in the third quarter of the Super Bowl win over the Rams. Chung will also undergo surgery on his shoulder later this offseason but is expected to be ready […]

Case Keenum Expected To Remain With Broncos In 2019

Denver Broncos quarterback Case Keenum, who is clearly not the team's QB of the future, is expected to stick around for one more year in 2019. If Denver were to cut Keenum, it'd leave $10 million in dead salary cap money. The more likely scenario is that Denver pays him $18 million in 2019 and […]

Franklin Barreto Will Be Late To Camp

Oakland Athletics shortstop Franklin Barreto will be late to report to spring training later this week because of visa issues due to political unrest in Venezuela. However, the A's are hopeful he'll report a few days later on Feb. 17. Following the offseason acquisition of second baseman Jurickson Profar, Barreto is expected to see more […]

Willie Calhoun Has Chance To Earn Spot

Texas Rangers infielder/outfielder Willie Calhoun has a real shot to earn an Opening Day roster spot if he proves himself in spring training. "I’d mention Willie Calhoun as a guy that we’re definitely excited to see how it’s going to play out," general manager Jon Daniels said. "I’ve seen the work that he’s put in. […]

Mariners Still Intend To Trade Edwin Encarnacion

The Seattle Mariners have told designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion about their plans to flip him after acquiring him from the Indians earlier in the offseason. He could even be traded before position players report to spring training this Friday, and the Mariners are willing to eat a sizable portion of the $25 million owed to […]

Mariners May Not Have Set Closer

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais said the team might go into the season without a set ninth-inning option. "There may not be a set closer on a particular night," Servais said. "We might have our hottest reliever come in the game in the eighth inning. … It will frustrate some people, but there’s a method […]

Melky Cabrera Agrees With Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to a minor league deal with free-agent outfielder Melky Cabrera on Sunday, according to sources. The 34-year-old outfielder should have a decent shot at making the Opening Day roster in Pittsburgh, especially with right fielder Gregory Polanco not expected to be ready. Cabrera hit .280/.335/.420 with six home runs and 39 […]

Sean Manaea To Start Throwing Program This Week

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sean Manaea (shoulder) is progressing well and is scheduled to start a throwing program this week. It's great news for Manaea and the A's, but the 27-year-old left-hander will be out at least half of the season due to his left shoulder injury. He had his best year in 2018 before […]

Matt Chapman Slightly Behind Schedule

Oakland Athletics third baseman Matt Chapman (shoulder, thumb) is slightly behind schedule following two surgeries in the offseason. He is currently on a swing progression but is unlikely to see game action in spring training immediately. Chapman's goal is to be ready for Opening Day in Japan, and he should be fine unless he suffers […]

Giants Plan To Make Short-Term Offer To Bryce Harper

The San Francisco Giants plan to offer free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper a lucrative short-term deal but have no desire to give him a long-term contract approaching the 10-year, $300 million contract that the superstar rejected from the Nationals last year. One high-ranking rival executive predicts that the Giants will ultimately sign Harper. The Giants hadn't […]

White Sox May Have Upped Their Offer To Manny Machado

The Chicago White Sox are rumored to have made free-agent shortstop Manny Machado an eight-year offer for $250 million, according to a source. That's after most reports linked the White Sox to a seven-year, $175 million offer to Machado earlier this offseason. The new rumored deal would be the fourth richest in baseball and would […]

Shohei Ohtani Can Be Game-Changer At DH

Even though Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) won't pitch at all in 2019 after having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, he could be a game-changer for fantasy owners in a DH spot. Ohtani joined Babe Ruth as the only players to hit 20 home runs and make 10 pitching outings […]

Brian Anderson To Be Starter At Third

Miami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson is set to serve as the team's starting third baseman in 2019, according to manager Don Mattingly. Anderson was a bright spot last season and played 91 games in right field and 71 games at the hot corner, hitting .273 with 11 home runs and 65 RBI to finish […]

Jakeem Grant Unsure If He'll Be Ready For OTAs

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jakeem Grant (heel) said his recovery from his heel injury is going well, but he is unsure if he'll be on the field for organized team activities this spring. He also added that he "should be" ready for training camp this summer. Because of his injury in 2018, Grant played in […]