Justin Upton On Track To Play In Games Soon

Los Angeles Angels manager Brad Ausmus said outfielder Justin Upton (knee) is on track to get into a game "sooner than later." The knee tendonitis that Upton has been dealing with shouldn't hurt his chances of being ready for Opening Day. The slugging left fielder hit 30 home runs and 85 RBI in 145 games […]

Josh James Will Run Wednesday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Josh James (quadriceps) said he will run on Wednesday. Manager A.J. Hinch said earlier this week that James can't get off a mound until he can run pain-free. The soon-to-be 26-year-old struck out 11.3 hitters per nine innings in his first 23 major league innings last year and has plenty of […]

Steve Pearce Making Spring Debut Wednesday

Boston Red Sox first baseman Steve Pearce (illness) is making his spring training debut on Wednesday against the Pirates. The 2018 World Series MVP has been out with an illness the last week. Don't let his postseason heroics fool you into thinking he's suddenly relevant in mixed leagues. Pearce hit .284/.378/.512 but had only 11 […]

Trey Mancini Back In Wednesday Lineup

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini is back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday against the Rays after jamming his pinkie finger last weekend. Mancini has hit exactly 24 home runs each of the last two seasons for the Orioles, but he hit an underwhelming .242/.299/.416 in 2018. Despite playing in one of the more […]

Gregory Polanco Playing Catch And Sliding

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (shoulder) is playing catch from 120 feet and doing sliding drills, according to director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk. The plan is for Polanco to receive "game-like reps" in right field within the next week. Polanco will miss at least the first month of the season, but he's still worth […]

Jimmy Nelson Throws Live BP

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jimmy Nelson (shoulder) threw live batting practice for the first time this spring on Monday. Nelson was delayed in camp after he felt right forearm discomfort during a bullpen session, but he's making progress once again. If Nelson is healthy for the start of the season, he should have himself a […]

Amed Rosario Undergoes X-Rays On Hand

New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario underwent X-rays on his left hand after he was hit by a pitch on Monday. However, the X-rays came back negative and he shouldn't miss much time this spring. Rosario should be fine for Opening Day. The 23-year-old hit .256/.295/.381 with nine home runs, 51 RBI and 24 stolen […]

Dustin Pedroia Expected To Make Spring Debut This Week

Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) is expected to make his spring training debut this week. He was limited to only three games in 2018 after undergoing left knee surgery in October of 2017. Pedroia could play as soon as Thursday, but manager Alex Cora may hold him out until Friday as a […]

Zack Cozart Out A Few Weeks

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 left calf strain and will be out for a few weeks, according to manager Brad Ausmus. Cozart played in just 58 games in his first year with the Angels due to injury, and he hasn't gotten rid of the injury bug […]

Khris Davis Could Make Spring Debut Thursday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Khris Davis, who has been dealing with a left calf strain since the start of camp, is nearing game action and could make his Cactus League debut as soon as Thursday, according to manager Bob Melvin. Davis should be fine as long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks. The A's slugger has […]

Ravens Release Eric Weddle

The Baltimore Ravens released veteran safety Eric Weddle ahead of free agency, according to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. The 34-year-old was entering the final year of his deal that would've paid him $6.5 million in 2019. The release saves the Ravens $7.5 million against the salary cap. Weddle started all 48 games and had […]

Cardinals Shopping Josh Rosen?

An executive from another team informed him that the Arizona Cardinals are shopping quarterback Josh Rosen, according to NFL Network analyst Charley Casserly. If Rosen were to be traded, it'd set up the Cardinals to select Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray with the No. 1 overall pick in the draft. Casserly points out that there are […]

Antonio Brown Trade Could Happen Soon

The Pittsburgh Steelers could trade wide receiver Antonio Brown soon, sources informed of the situation told NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. The Steelers ideally want to move Brown before March 17 when Brown's $2.5 million roster bonus is due. Pittsburgh insists that they won't just give Brown away, however, despite the fact that he became […]

Blake Snell Named Rays Opening Day Starter

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell, the reigning American League Cy Young winner, was named as the team's Opening Day starter on Wednesday by manager Kevin Cash. The 26-year-old southpaw will make his first career Opening Day start March 28 against the Astros after going 21-5 with a 1.89 ERA and 221 strikeouts in […]

Salvador Perez Out For 2019 Season

A second opinion on Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez's injured right elbow from specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Tuesday confirmed a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament. Perez is scheduled to have season-ending Tommy John surgery on Wednesday. He could be ready for Opening Day in 2020 if the surgery and rehab go […]

Jose Leclerc Signs Four-Year Extension

The Texas Rangers signed closer Jose Leclerc to a four-year, $14.75 million contract extension on Wednesday, according to sources. The deal includes two team options worth an extra $12.25 million. Leclerc was easily the Rangers best pitcher last year, going 2-3 with a 1.56 ERA and 0.85 WHIP to go with 85 strikeouts in 57 […]

Miguel Sano Out Until May

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (Achilles) underwent a wound debridement on the laceration in his right lower Achilles on Tuesday and is expected to stay at the Mayo Clinic for two to three days while the wound is aggressively treated. The Twins don't expect the slugger to begin baseball activity until mid-April, meaning he […]

Howie Kendrick Injured Tuesday

Washington Nationals infielder Howie Kendrick left the game on Tuesday against the Red Sox after limping past first base on an RBI infield single in the third inning. He immediately took himself out of the game and slammed his helmet down in frustration. The 35-year-old tore his right Achilles last May. It doesn't look to […]

Aaron Hicks Still Out Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (back) remains out of action on Tuesday after he experienced back stiffness after Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Orioles. Hicks certainly has plenty of fantasy appeal as the primary center fielder in a stacked lineup, but injury concerns will push him back to the middle rounds. The switch-hitter […]

Clayton Kershaw In Danger Of Missing Opening Day

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (shoulder) is in doubt for Opening Day because of a left shoulder injury. Manager Dave Roberts said Kershaw is making steady progress from inflammation and played catch again on Monday. The left-hander is scheduled to throw again on Tuesday. While Kershaw is still ranked as the No. 6 […]

Duke Johnson Receiving Trade Interest

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson is receiving trade interest and at least three teams are believed to be interested in trading for the running back. General manager John Dorsey said the team hadn't made Johnson expendable "yet" after they signed Kareem Hunt on Feb. 11. Cleveland is in no rush to trade Johnson because […]

Buccaneers Re-Sign Donovan Smith

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed left tackle Donovan Smith to a three-year deal on Tuesday. The contract is worth $41.25 million with $27 million fully guaranteed. The second-round pick in 2015 has played in every game in the last four years and has become a mainstay on Tampa's offensive line. With the Bucs locking up […]

Giants Won't Use Franchise Tag On Landon Collins

The New York Giants informed safety Landon Collins that they won't use the franchise tag on him on Tuesday, which will make Collins the top player on the free-agent market, according to sources. The 25-year-old will receive plenty of interest on the open market. Collins was an All-Pro in 2016 and has recorded 100-plus tackles […]

Chiefs Open To Trading Dee Ford

The Kansas City Chiefs are open to trading pass-rusher Dee Ford despite placing the non-exclusive franchise tag on him on Monday. The thought is that Ford is a better fit for a 3-4 defense, but the Chiefs would be happy keeping him another year if a trade doesn't work out. It may only take a […]

DeMarcus Lawrence Receives Franchise Tag, Not Close To Deal

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, who received the franchise tag on Monday, is unlikely to step foot on the field anytime soon for the Cowboys. The deadline for the two sides to agree on a long-term deal is July 15, but the two sides aren't close at all to a deal. Dallas made an […]

Luis Severino Scratched From Tuesday Start

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino was scratched from his spring training start on Tuesday with right shoulder discomfort. He will be further evaluated Tuesday afternoon. Severino is the team's expected Opening Day starter after going 19-8 with a 3.39 ERA while finishing eighth in the majors with 220 strikeouts in 32 starts in […]

Phillies Meeting With Bryce Harper Friday Night

Philadelphia Phillies owner John Middleton is in Las Vegas for more of a meet-and-greet with free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper on Friday night than a sign-a-deal, according to sources. Barring something unexpected, Harper and the Phillies won't strike a deal on Friday evening. However, it wouldn't be a surprise if the Phils locked Harper up over […]

No Timetable For Dustin Pedroia To Play In Games

There is no timetable for when Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia (knee) will get into spring training games. He fielded ground balls on Thursday and took batting practice Friday in what is known by team trainers as a "re-generation day." "I just want to see him play enough innings that he’s ready to […]

Bears Release Cody Parkey

The Chicago Bears released kicker Cody Parkey before the start of the new league year on Friday, according to sources. The Pro Bowler is still due $3.5 million on his 2019 contract, and he's unlikely to be out of work for long. The 27-year-old made just 23 of 30 field-goal tries (76.7 percent) and 42 […]

Josh Hill Expected To Be Starter In 2019

New Orleans Saints tight end Josh Hill is expected to be the team's starting tight end in 2019, according to The New Orleans Times-Picayune's Josh Katzenstein. Veteran Benjamin Watson has retired, so Hill will have more opportunity next season. He caught just 16 passes (24 targets) for 185 yards and a touchdown in a full […]