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Keke Coutee Limited Tuesday
Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) was limited in practice on Tuesday. Coutee has missed the last two games but is trending toward being active in Week 15 on Saturday against the Jets. Hamstring issues have limited the rookie to just six games in 2018, and he can't be trusted in starting lineups […]
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DeSean Jackson Hopeful Of Playing Again This Year
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver DeSean Jackson (thumb) has missed the last two games and hasn't been able to squeeze the ball with his injured hand but is hopeful that he will be able to play at some point in the final three weeks. His thumb remains immobilized, though, making it unlikely he'll play in […]
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Archie Bradley Expected To Close In 2019
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo appears to be leaning toward using relief pitcher Archie Bradley as the team's closer next season. The D-backs preferred to use Bradley as more of a setup man in 2018, although he did close out three games to go along with a 3.64 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 75 K's in […]
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Twins Interested In Cody Allen
The Minnesota Twins are interested in free-agent relief pitcher Cody Allen. Allen had 27 saves in his final season with Cleveland, but that was about the end of the good news for his 2018 season. The right-hander had an ugly 4.70 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 10.7 K/9 in 70 outings (67 innings) for the Tribe. […]
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Austin Ekeler Still Sidelined At Practice
Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (concussion, neck) remained sidelined at practice for the second straight day Tuesday. Ekeler is unlikely to be cleared from the concussion protocol in time to play on Thursday against the Chiefs. With Melvin Gordon (knee) also highly questionable, the Bolts backfield is hurting in advance of their biggest […]
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Melvin Gordon Limited Tuesday
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (knee) was limited in practice on Tuesday. Gordon sat out on Monday and has missed the last two games with a knee sprain, but he's hoping to be a game-time decision for Thursday against the Chiefs. A limited practice gives Gordon a real shot to play, although he's […]
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Carlos Santana Firmly On Trade Block
After just acquiring him from the Phillies last week, Seattle Mariners first baseman Carlos Santana is on the trade block once again and is unlikely to play for the team in 2019. The Mariners have talked with the Rays, Indians and Rockies about the 32-year-old, who still has two years and $40 million left on […]
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Reds Talking Ender Inciarte
The Cincinnati Reds have talked to the Atlanta Braves about trading for outfielder Ender Inciarte, according to a source. However, nothing is imminent on that front. The Reds are seeking a replacement in center field after they let Billy Hamilton go by non-tendering him. Inciarte would be an upgrade over the speedy Hamilton, as not […]
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Phillies Involved In J.T. Realmuto Talks
The Philadelphia Phillies are involved in trade talks for Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto, according to a source. The Mets have been the most aggressive suitors for Realmuto, but plenty of other teams are involved, too. Realmuto is the top fantasy backstop heading into 2019 and would be a definite upgrade over Jorge Alfaro and […]
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Corey Clement Placed On Injured Reserve
The Philadelphia Eagles placed running back Corey Clement (knee) and defensive end Josh Sweat (ankle) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday and signed running back Boston Scott and defensive end Daeshon Hall to the active roster in a corresponding move. Clement had been serving as the main pass-catching back behind rookie Josh Adams in recent weeks, […]
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Michael Roberts' Season Is Over
The Detroit Lions placed tight end Michael Roberts (shoulder) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, officially ending his season. Tight end Jerome Cunningham was signed off the practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move. Roberts had a stretch of three touchdowns in two games earlier this year as a red-zone weapon for quarterback […]
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Ezekiel Ansah Placed On IR
The Detroit Lions placed defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (shoulder) on season-ending Injured Reserve on Tuesday. He will need surgery to fix his labrum, according to a source. The franchise-tagged player should be ready for training camp next summer. Ansah has a ton of talent, but injuries continue to derail his career, as he's played in […]
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No Practice For Courtland Sutton
Denver Broncos rookie wide receiver Courtland Sutton (thigh) did not practice on Tuesday. Sutton flopped in his first game as the true lead receiver with Emmanuel Sanders (Achilles) out for the year, catching just two of six targets for 14 yards against the 49ers. Sutton should be able to play on Saturday against the Browns, […]
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Isaiah Crowell Wearing Walking Boot
New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell (toe) is wearing a walking boot on his left foot, and he said that "the pain was excruciating" on Sunday after he was injured against the Bills. Crowell didn't practice on Tuesday and is looking unlikely to face the Texans on Saturday in Week 15. Elijah McGuire could […]
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White Sox Looking At Yasmani Grandal
The Chicago White Sox are looking at free-agent catcher Yasmani Grandal as a catching upgrade for 2019. Grandal's stock is down after a terrible postseason for the Dodgers in which he struggled both offensively and defensively. However, he managed to slug 24 home runs and drive in 68 runs this year and is one of […]
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Red Sox Listening On Rick Porcello
The Boston Red Sox are openly listening to trade offers for starting pitcher Rick Porcello as they try to clear salary space for bullpen help. Rivals also insist that Boston is willing to talk about shortstop Xander Bogaerts and outfielder Jackie Bradley. Porcello isn't the sexiest fantasy starter, but he put up 17 wins in […]
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All Three Jets Running Backs Miss Practice
New York Jets running backs Isaiah Crowell (toe), Elijah McGuire (ankle) and rookie Trenton Cannon (toe) missed practice on Tuesday. That's not good news with the team playing this Saturday in a tough matchup against the Texans. Crowell had just two carries last week and could be in danger of sitting out in Week 15, […]
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Melvin Gordon Hopes To Be Game-Time Call
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon (knee) said he is feeling much better and will push to be a game-time decision for Thursday's big divisional matchup with the Chiefs. Gordon didn't practice Monday and has missed the last two games with a sprained knee. There's even more urgency for him to return with Austin […]
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Pirates Agree With Jordan Lyles
The Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to a deal with free-agent starting pitcher Jordan Lyles on Tuesday. Lyles was decent with the Padres and Brewers last year, sporting a 4.11 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 8.6 K/9, but he only made eight starts (all with Padres) before being used in relief by Milwaukee. He should be guaranteed a […]
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Blue Jays Release Troy Tulowitzki
The Toronto Blue Jays released shortstop Troy Tulowitzki on Tuesday. The oft-injured former Rockies star is still guaranteed $38 million on his contract, so the Blue Jays are biting the bullet on this one. Tulo wasn't guaranteed a starting role in 2019, even if he proved healthy. Lourdes Gurriel is expected to be the starting […]
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Phillies Agree With Andrew McCutchen
The Philadelphia Phillies agreed to a deal with free-agent outfielder Andrew McCutchen on Tuesday, according to sources. Well that was fast. The National League MVP for the Pirates in 2013 hit .255/.368/.424 with 20 home runs, 65 RBI, 83 runs scored and 14 stolen bases in 155 games for the Giants and Yankees in 2018. […]
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Phillies Showing Significant Interest In Andrew McCutchen
The Philadelphia Phillies are showing significant interest in free-agent outfielder Andrew McCutchen, according to sources. The Phillies are interested in making upgrades to their outfield, and McCutchen could be added to the mix that includes Roman Quinn, Odubel Herrera, Nick Williams and Aaron Altherr. McCutchen's best seasons are behind him. He's 32 years old and […]
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Brewers Meet With Wilson Ramos
The Milwaukee Brewers had a "very good" meeting on Monday with free-agent catcher Wilson Ramos, who is on hand at the winter meetings this week. The 31-year-old was an All-Star last year with the Rays and Phillies and would be an upgrade over catchers Manny Pina, Erik Kratz and Jacob Nottingham. However, Ramos has been […]
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Reds Showing Interest In Wade Miley
The Cincinnati Reds are showing interest in free-agent starting pitcher Wade Miley, according to a source. Miley worked with current Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson during his breakout season in 2018 in Milwaukee. Miley got off to a late start due to injury, but he surprised us all when he returned, posting a great 2.57 […]
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Astros Interested In Michael Brantley
The Houston Astros are interested in free-agent outfielder Michael Brantley, according to sources. The team wants to add a left-handed bat, but they are wary of blocking outfield prospect Kyle Tucker in the long term. Tucker doesn't have much left to prove down on the farm, but Brantley will surely land a multi-year deal in […]
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Isaiah Crowell Sitting Out Tuesday
New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell (toe) missed practice on Tuesday. While Crowell typically plays through injuries, his fantasy owners should really be worried with the team's Week 15 game on Saturday this week and because of the fact that Crowell had only three touches in the Week 14 win over the Bills. Expect […]
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Phillies In On Dallas Keuchel, Zach Britton
The Philadelphia Phillies are in on free-agent starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel and reliever Zach Britton, and they are also still trying to lure in either Manny Machado or Bryce Harper. Keuchel is a ground-ball artist who could thrive despite the hitting-friendly environment in Philly, although this wouldn't be the most attractive landing spot for the […]
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Spencer Ware Won't Practice Tuesday
Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware (hamstring, shoulder) will not practice for the second straight day on Tuesday. Ware was beat up in Week 14 against the Ravens but finished the game and is expected to be available for Thursday's big game against the Chargers. His fantasy owners would be much more comfortable if […]
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Tyreek Hill Returning To Practice
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (heel, wrist) will return to practice on Tuesday after sitting out on Monday. It's great news for Hill, who was noticeably limping in the team's Week 14 overtime win over the Ravens. Barring a setback, Hill should be a no-doubt must-start WR1 on Thursday against the Chargers. Hill […]
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James Conner Could Return In Week 15
Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (ankle) had a productive week of rehab and head coach Mike Tomlin is leaving the door open for his potential return in Week 15 against the Patriots. However, a lot would have to go right for Conner to play this weekend. That means that you shouldn't plan on having […]
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