Billy Hamilton Cut, Brett Phillips Recalled

The Kansas City Royals designated outfielder Billy Hamilton for assignment on Friday and recalled outfielder Brett Phillips from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move. The 28-year-old Hamilton was a failure in KC this year, hitting just .211/.275/.269 with a career-low .544 OPS, although he did have 18 stolen bases. Phillips was hitting .240/.378/.505 with 18 […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Takes Snaps Against Broncos

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (knee) took snaps against the Broncos in a joint practice on Friday for the first time since he tore the ACL in his left knee last September. He threw five straight interceptions in practice on Wednesday but was much better Friday, going 10-for-15 with one interception while moving the […]

Johnny Cueto Nearing A Return

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) threw 49 pitches in 2 2/3 innings in his third rehab start at Single-A San Jose on Thursday and is scheduled to throw 55 to 60 pitches in his next outing. Cueto had Tommy John surgery last year, but the Giants could accelerate his timetable in order […]

Adeiny Hechavarria Joining Braves

The Atlanta Braves agreed to a deal with shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria on Friday, according to a source. In corresponding moves, the Braves are optioning infielder Johan Camargo and outfielder Adam Duvall and recalling pitcher Bryse Wilson from Triple-A Gwinnett. With Dansby Swanson (foot) missing 22 games with a right foot contusion and no timetable for […]

Ezekiel Ansah Suffers Groin Injury

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (groin) suffered a new injury to his groin this week, according to head coach Pete Carroll. However, Carroll said the injury is minor. Ansah should be ready for Week 1, but this is just another reminder of how injury-prone the pass-rusher is. He ended 2018 with the Lions on […]

Amari Cooper Fighting Through Heel Sprain

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (heel) has been dealing with a heel muscle strain, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. However, he has not been ruled out for the rest of the preseason. Cooper should be fine for the regular season opener, but this is an injury worth watching. The 25-year-old's fantasy stock had […]

Avery Williamson Tears ACL

New York Jets linebacker Avery Williamson (knee) will undergo season-ending surgery after he tore the ACL in his right knee on Thursday in a preseason game against the Falcons, according to a source. Williamson had been one of the team's most consistent and durable players and played middle linebacker in 2018, accumulating 80 tackles, three […]

Derwin James Out Indefinitely

Los Angeles Chargers All-Pro safety Derwin James (foot) came down with a stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal of his right foot on Thursday and will be out indefinitely. James was wearing a walking boot on his right foot during practice on Friday. The Florida State alum played in all 16 games in his rookie […]

Larry Fitzgerald Held Catchless Thursday

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald was held without a catch on only two targets in the preseason game against the Raiders on Thursday evening. Veteran players like Fitz often don't see much preseason action to begin with, so him going without a catch doesn't mean anything at all. The 35-year-old (36 later this month) […]

Christian Kirk Targeted Three Times Thursday

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk had one catch for seven yards on three targets in the preseason game against the Raiders on Thursday night. The 22-year-old caught 43 passes for 590 yards and three touchdowns in 12 games in his rookie season with a dumpster fire at quarterback for Arizona. With rookie Kyler Murray […]

David Johnson Doesn't Do Much In Preseason Game

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson had only six rushing yards on four attempts in the preseason game against the Raiders on Thursday night. It's nothing to sneeze at, but remember it's just the preseason. Johnson had 1,239 yards rushing, 879 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns in 2016, but he's been a disappointment since and […]

Chargers, Philip Rivers To Address Contract After Season

The Los Angeles Chargers and quarterback Philip Rivers are both in agreement that he will play out his contract in 2019 and address his status after the season, according to sources. Entering his age-38 season, Rivers is scheduled to make $16 million in 2019 in the final year of his four-year, $83.25 million extension. Despite […]

Kyler Murray Struggles In Preseason Action

Arizona Cardinals rookie quarterback Kyler Murray was flagged twice for false starts in the team's preseason game against the Raiders on Thursday because of his cadence, in which he calls for the snap. Quarterbacks had eight false-start penalties in 2018, and none had more than one in a game, according to ESPN Stats and Information. […]

Raiders Optimistic About Antonio Brown

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden is optimistic that wide receiver Antonio Brown (feet) will practice with the team before the team breaks camp on Monday. Brown ran routes and caught passes from quarterback Derek Carr during pregame warmups before the preseason contest against the Cardinals on Thursday. Brown injured his feet in a cryotherapy […]

Tavon Young Could Miss Entire Season

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that cornerback Tavon Young (neck) could miss the entire 2019 season. The 25-year-old slot corner had just signed a three-year extension back in February after being taken in the fourth round in 2016. Young has started 17 of the 31 games he's played in and has three interceptions, […]

Alfred Blue Injured Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Alfred Blue (ankle) suffered an ankle injury in the preseason game against the Eagles on Thursday night. Blue had five yards on four carries in the game before departing. It's unclear how serious the former Texan's injury is, so stay tuned for more details. If healthy this year, Blue should help […]

Robert Alford To Miss Considerable Time

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Robert Alford (leg), who was signed to a three-year deal worth up to $24 million in February, suffered a tibia fracture and could come off Injured Reserve for the second half of the season, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. With Patrick Peterson also set miss the first six games due to […]

Aaron Rodgers May Not Play In Preseason

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that it's not necessary that quarterback Aaron Rodgers play in the preseason. The veteran quarterback was scheduled to get some action in on Thursday against the Ravens, but the team decided to err on the side of caution and hold Rodgers out due to a tight back. […]

Antonio Brown Close To Practicing

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown (foot) is "very close to practicing," according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The team will make a decision on Saturday regarding Brown. The talented and outspoken receiver has filed a grievance with the NFL over an unapproved helmet and is also dealing with a frostbitten foot. Brown was regularly […]

Craig Kimbrel Nearing A Return

Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel (knee) threw his second bullpen session on Thursday and could rejoin the team soon. Manager Joe Maddon said he expects the team to decide on Friday whether Kimbrel will make any rehab appearances or be activated from the injured list. Reliever Steve Cishek is expected to throw a bullpen session […]

Domingo German Nearing Innings Limit?

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone suggested that the team could skip a start for Domingo German or pull him from outings sooner as the regular season nears an end. It's believed that German's innings limit is in the area of 140 to 150 innings, and he's already thrown 120 total this year (116 in […]

Giancarlo Stanton Expects To Return In September

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (knee) is confident that he can return to the field in September. Stanton led the Bombers with 38 home runs and 100 RBI last year but has played in only nine games in 2019 due to a biceps strain, shoulder strain, calf strain and a PCL strain in his […]

Joey Votto Scratched With Back Tightness

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (back) was scratched from the lineup on Thursday with lower back tightness. Josh VanMeter entered the lineup in the No. 2 spot against the Cardinals and starter Michael Wacha. The 35-year-old Votto has disappointed this year with a .262/.352/.410 slash line, 12 home runs and 39 RBI. It's unclear […]

Aaron Rodgers Sits Out With Tight Back

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (back) is being held out of the team's preseason game on Thursday against the Ravens due to back tightness. The move is being considered a "precaution." Rodgers also didn't play in the team's first preseason game against the Texans last week. This isn't anything that should affect his availability […]

Rams Starters To Skip Hawaii Game

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff and running back Todd Gurley are among roughly 20 starters who will be left behind for this week's preseason game against the Cowboys in Hawaii. Defensive tackle Aaron Donald and cornerback Marcus Peters are the only starters expected to make the trip, although they will not play on Saturday. […]

Will Fuller Wants To Play In Preseason

Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (knee), who missed the final eight games last season with a torn ACL, is practicing this summer but has yet to play in a preseason game. The 25-year-old said, however, that he wants to play in exhibition games before the regular season begins. Before his devastating injury in 2018, […]

Avisail Garcia Placed On Injured List

The Tampa Bay Rays placed outfielder Avisail Garcia (oblique) on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with right oblique tightness and recalled pitcher Jose De Leon from Triple-A Durham in a corresponding move. Garcia is hoping to return to the lineup in 10 days, but oblique injuries can often linger. He won't take any swings […]

Rich Hill Starts Throwing Program

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Rich Hill (forearm), who has been on the injured list since June 20 with a left forearm strain, has started a throwing program and is feeling good, according to president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman. The Dodgers won't rush the veteran southpaw back, and they'd ideally like to have him […]

Jason Heyward Remains Out Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (knee) remains out of the lineup on Thursday after being scratched on Wednesday due to left knee inflammation. He's considered day-to-day for now. Nicholas Castellanos is in left field on Thursday and is hitting second against Phillies left-hander Drew Smyly. Castellano is hitting a nice .370 (20-for-54) with five home […]

Jed Lowrie, Brandon Nimmo Nearing Returns

New York Mets third baseman Jed Lowrie (calf) and outfielder Brandon Nimmo (neck) both took live batting practice on Wednesday and are getting close to returning. Lowrie hasn't yet made his Mets debut this year and has dealt with knee, side and calf injuries along the way. Nimmo hasn't played since May 20 due to […]