Chris Sale Feeling Fine

Boston Red Sox general manager Dave Dombrowski said starting pitcher Chris Sale (shoulder) is "feeling fine" so far in the offseason and that the team is "comfortable where he is." Sale throwing hard in his first start off the disabled list late in the season was probably too much and contributed to his weak shoulder […]

Red Sox Not Expected To Re-Sign Craig Kimbrel

Boston Red Sox general manager Dave Dombrowski doesn't expect the team to re-sign closer Craig Kimbrel, as they aren't expected to spend big on a ninth-inning man for 2019. Kimbrel is one of the most dominant closers in the game after posting a 2.74 ERA, 13.9 K/9 and 42 saves in 2018 with the BoSox, […]

Yankees Talking About Scooter Gennett

The New York Yankees have had talks about Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett, according to sources. However, there may not be much to it, although the Yanks are in need of a middle infielder with Didi Gregorius expected to miss at least half of next year after having Tommy John surgery. Gennett has one […]

Braves Won't Be Trading Mike Foltynewicz

Updating a previous report, the Atlanta Braves have made it clear to teams that they will not trade starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz. Some teams came away with the perception that Atlanta would consider trading Folty, but that won't be the case. It makes sense, as Foltynewicz was the team's best starter in 2018 and his […]

Yankees Not A Fit For Bryce Harper

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper isn't a fit for the team. The Yankees already have six outfielders that will compete for spots in spring training, and playing Harper at first base isn't realistic. You can never count the Yankees out, but they do have a surplus of […]

Rays Interested In Edwin Encarnacion, Yandy Diaz

The Cleveland Indians are willing to listen to trade offers for designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion and infielder Yandy Diaz. It would be somewhat of a backup plan if they are unwilling to find the right return for either starting pitchers Corey Kluber or Trevor Bauer this winter. The Tampa Bay Rays have asked about both […]

Dodgers Willing To Trade Alex Verdugo

The Los Angeles Dodgers seem willing to include top outfield prospect Alex Verdugo in a big deal this offseason either to acquire Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto or Cleveland Indians starting pitchers Corey Kluber or Trevor Bauer. Verdugo is ready for a starting role at the big league level but is blocked by LA's abundance […]

Braves Willing To Trade Mike Foltynewicz, Ender Inciarte?

Some teams have gotten the sense that the Atlanta Braves are willing to trade both starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz and outfielder Ender Inciarte. If Inciarte is dealt, Ronald Acuna could move to center field. The Braves would likely need to fill multiple needs or have another deal for a starter if they were to trade […]

J.A. Happ A Good Fit For Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have had ongoing talks with free-agent starting pitcher J.A. Happ over the last several days, and he appears to be their best fit, according to sources. The left-hander has experience pitching in Philadelphia and is seeking a three-year deal. The veteran southpaw is 36 years old but had 17 wins, a 3.65 […]

Tyreek Hill Expected To Play Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said he thinks wide receiver Tyreek Hill (foot) will play on Thursday against the Chargers. Hill was hobbled late in the Week 14 overtime win against the Ravens but remained in the game and made a crucial fourth-down catch late in regulation. He's unlikely to practice at all […]

A's Talking To DJ LeMahieu

The Oakland Athletics have shown interest in free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, according to an industry source. The A's have interest in re-signing Jed Lowrie, but his asking price might be too high. LeMahieu is a two-time All-Star and three-time Gold Glove winner and is four years younger than Lowrie at 30 years old. Should […]

Jalen Richard Should Be OK For Week 15

Oakland Raiders running back Jalen Richard (rib) was injured in the Week 14 win over the Steelers but should be OK, according to head coach Jon Gruden. Richard had nine touches on Sunday (eight carries for 24 yards and one catch for five yards) a week after rushing for a season-high 95 yards against the […]

Josh Doctson In Concussion Protocol

Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson is in the league's concussion protocol. The Redskins continue to suffer injury after injury as the collapse to end the 2018 season. Doctson had four catches (five targets) for a season-high 84 yards in the Week 14 loss to the Giants and has 20 targets in the last three […]

Tyreek Hill Day-To-Day

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill's (foot) tests on Monday showed "nothing serious," and he's being considered "day-to-day," according to a source. Hill was noticeably hobbled late in the overtime win over the Ravens in Week 14, but he managed eight catches on a season-high 14 targets for 139 yards. The 24-year-old is unlikely […]

Tigers Sign Tyson Ross Monday

The Detroit Tigers signed free-agent starting pitcher Tyson Ross to a one-year, $5.75 million deal on Monday, according to a source. Ross had a successful year in 2018 after coming off thoracic outlet surgery the year prior, going 8-9 with a 4.15 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 7.3 K/9 in 31 outings (23 starts) between the […]

Twins In The Mix For Nelson Cruz

The Minnesota Twins have entered the mix for free-agent designated hitter Nelson Cruz. The Astros, Rays and possibly the White Sox are also interested. Cruz will turn 39 years old next July after hitting .256/.342/.509 with 37 home runs and 97 RBI in 144 games with the Mariners last season. Despite his advanced age, Cruz […]

Broncos Want Case Keenum To Be More Aggressive

Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph said he wants quarterback Case Keenum to be more aggressive to close out the year. “He’s got to take more chances downfield. He would agree with that," Joseph said. Keenum has 15 touchdowns and 10 interceptions on the year, so he's been pretty careful with the football this year, […]

Ted Ginn Could Return From Injured Reserve

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton said that it's possible that wide receiver Ted Ginn (knee) could return from Injured Reserve. The team has been encouraged with Ginn's rehab. Ginn has been out since Sept. 30 and had just 12 receptions (22 targets) for 135 yards and two touchdowns in four games before his […]

Jordan Reed In Danger Of Missing Final Three Games

Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed (foot), who suffered a foot sprain in Week 14, isn't believed to be dealing with a serious injury, but he could be in danger of missing the rest of the season with only three games remaining. He is having a precautionary MRI exam on Monday. It seemed too good […]

Jose Leclerc Not Locked Into Closer Role

Texas Rangers new manager Chris Woodward said that relief pitcher Jose Leclerc isn't locked into the closer role heading into the 2019 season. Woodward likes Leclerc's ability to pitch multiple innings in high-leverage situations instead of solely the ninth inning. The right-hander was one of the most dominant relief pitchers last year, striking out 85 […]

Lamar Jackson Should Be Fine

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that rookie quarterback Lamar Jackson "should be fine" after leaving the end of the game in overtime in the Week 14 loss to the Chiefs with an undisclosed injury. Jackson took a hard hit and had to be checked on the sidelines to finish the game. It was […]

Indians Interested In Alex Verdugo

The Cleveland Indians are interested in Los Angeles Dodgers outfield prospect Alex Verdugo as part of a trade that would involve starting pitcher Corey Kluber, according to a source. Verdugo is the top prospect and the Indians are in need of outfield bats, which makes these two clubs a pretty good match, as the Dodgers […]

Robbie Ray Not Available?

Teams that have checked in on Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray say that he is not available for a trade. The assumption was that Ray would be easier to deal than Zack Greinke, who has almost $100 million left over three years and a partial no-trade clause, but Ray is a dominant left with […]

LeSean McCoy Day-To-Day

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy (hamstring) is being listed as day-to-day with a hamstring strain after undergoing an MRI exam, according to a source. His availability will be watched closely this week at practice. Shady was injured in the first quarter early in the Week 14 loss to the Jets and never returned. He […]

Mariners Not Motivated To Move Kyle Seager

The Mariners remain open for business on first baseman Carlos Santana and starting pitcher Mike Leake, but teams that have checked in on him say the Mariners are not motivated to trade third baseman Kyle Seager. His value is obviously down after struggling to a .221/.273/.400 slash line with 22 home runs and 78 RBI […]

David Robertson's Market Heating Up

Interest in free-agent relief pitcher David Robertson is picking up. At least half a dozen teams are showing interest in him. The Mets and Red Sox have been connected to him in recent days, but the Dodgers have also emerged as a suitor. Robertson went 8-3 with a 3.23 ERA and five saves in 69 […]

Braves Check In On Nick Castellanos

The Atlanta Braves are among teams that have checked in on Detroit Tigers outfielder Nick Castellanos, according to sources. He is still just 26 and is drawing trade interest while coming off a great offensive year. He's an alternative to outfielders Michael Brantley and A.J. Pollock on the free-agent market. Castellanos hit an impressive .298/.354/.500 […]

Teams Showing Interest In Brandon Belt

Several teams have shown interest in trading for San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt, who is available on the trade market. Belt dealt with multiple injuries yet again in 2018 and hit a mediocre .253/.342/.414 with 14 home runs and 46 RBI in 112 games for San Fran. He has never reached the 20-homer […]

Nationals Make Contact With DJ LeMahieu, Marwin Gonzalez

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo said the team has made contact with free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu and infielder Marwin Gonzalez. With aging Howie Kendrick, who is coming off a serious injury, currently slated to be the team's starting second baseman, the Nats are definitely looking to upgrade at the position, and both LeMahieu […]

Reds Not Looking To Trade Scooter Gennett

The Cincinnati Reds aren't actively looking to trade second baseman Scooter Gennett, according to a source. The Reds also aren't in any rush to sign Gennett to a long-term contract extension despite two seasons of excellent production at the keystone. Gennett has proven to be for real as one of the better power-hitting second baseman […]