Julio Urias Added To NLCS Roster

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias has been added to the roster for the National League Championship Series against the Brewers in favor of lefty reliever Scott Alexander. Ross Stripling also was left off the roster. Most of Urias' 2018 season was spent rehabbing after left shoulder surgery. He only tossed four innings in the […]

Jason Peters May Have Suffered Torn Biceps

Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters (biceps) is believed to have suffered a torn biceps on Thursday against the Giants, although he told reporters after the game he was OK. Sources are saying that doctors are optimistic that Peters will be able to play through his injury, although an MRI exam is pending. Not many […]

Randall Cobb, Geronimo Allison To Work With Rehab Group

Green Bay Packers wide receivers Randall Cobb (hamstring) and Geronimo Allison (concussion, hamstring) will both work in the rehab group again on Friday. Both players were listed as limited on Thursday, so that should be the same again Friday. It's good news that they are getting work in, but their statuses for Monday night against […]

Aaron Rodgers To Practice Friday

The plan is for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (knee) to practice on Friday. The Packers continue to hold Rodgers out of practice early in the week, but he is getting his work in later in the week and continues to play through his knee injury on game days. He should be fine for […]

Nick Vannett Gets In Limited Practice

Seattle Seahawks tight end Nick Vannett (back) was limited in practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. It puts the tight end on track to play in London in Week 6 against the Raiders. Vannett caught three of his four targets last week for a season-high 43 yards. He should remain the main pass-catching […]

Cody Latimer Injured Against Eagles

New York Giants wide receiver Cody Latimer (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury in the fourth quarter of the blowout loss to the Eagles on Thursday night. Latimer caught three of four targets for a season-high 52 yards in the loss. The Giants had little answer for the Eagles in this game, and Latimer probably saw […]

Adam Eaton Available Via Trade?

Some believe that Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton is available in a trade now that prospect Victor Robles is ready for a full-time role in this outfield. Both Robles and Juan Soto are the future for the Nats outfield, so Eaton may see a decrease in playing time if he remains in Washington. He hit […]

Dee Gordon Could Be Trade Candidate

Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon could be a trade candidate this winter with Robinson Cano reportedly wanting his second base job back. Gordon and shortstop Jean Segura also got into a fight this year. Gordon is making $13 million annually, however, which would make him "untradeable" in the words of a rival executive. It's […]

Phillies Unlikely To Sign Both Manny Machado, Bryce Harper

The Philadelphia Phillies are unlikely to sign both impending free-agent shortstop/third baseman Manny Machado and outfielder Bryce Harper, but it shouldn't be ruled out. Philadelphia is expected to be the most aggressive team on the free-agent market. They have a strong connection to Machado, but Harper could be the guy they land, as he'd have […]

Bob Melvin Expected To Receive Contract Extension

Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin, a Manager of the Year candidate, is expected to receive a contract extension in the offseason. General manager David Forst and front-office man Billy Beane have also earned extensions with their current contracts up after the 2019 season. After three straight losing seasons, Melvin managed the A's to an excellent […]

Mickey Callaway To Have Short Leash In 2019

New York Mets manager Mickey Callaway is expected to have a short leash in 2019, as there is a split on him within the team's front office. Some in the front office see it as a work in progress that may not work out and whether he's suited for New York. Callaway was also hired […]

Twins Have Several Candidates For Manager Job

Minnesota Twins' Derek Shelton is a top candidate to replace Paul Molitor as the team's next manager. Rocco Baldelli, who is on the Rays coaching staff, and Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy are also under consideration, according to 1500 ESPN's Darren Wolfson. Giants front office man Hensley Meulens could be a candidate as well.

Dan Straily, Jose Urena Could Be On Trading Block

Miami Marlins starting pitchers Dan Straily and Jose Urena could be on the trading block this winter. Both pitchers are arbitration-eligible, and Urena figures to be the more attractive piece, as he's younger and had an excellent finish to the year after a bad first half. Straily had a 4.12 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 99 […]

Mike Soroka Begins Throwing

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher prospect Mike Soroka (shoulder) has begun throwing after being shut down at the end of August. Soroka posted a 3.51 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 7.4 K/9 in just five starts in his rookie year for Atlanta. If he can control his pitches, Soroka should be a fine mixed league option with […]

Atlanta Will Consider Re-Signing Kurt Suzuki

The Atlanta Braves will consider bringing catcher Kurt Suzuki back for another year. They like the combination that both he and Tyler Flowers give them behind the plate. Suzuki hit .271/.332/.444 with 12 homers and 50 RBI in 105 games while splitting time with Flowers. While the limited playing time is a concern in fantasy, […]

Braves Won't Give Nick Markakis A Qualifying Offer

The Atlanta Braves don't plan on extending outfielder Nick Markakis a $17.9 million qualifying offer for 2019 despite his excellent season. The 34-year-old had a great season, hitting .297/.366/.440 with 14 home runs, 93 RBI and 78 runs. His age and the fact that he doesn't have much power will keep his upside limited for […]

Braves Plan To Extend Brian Snitker

The Atlanta Braves plan on presenting manager Brian Snitker with a contract extension after he led the team to the National League East title this year. Braves players are said to have an excellent relationship with Snitker as well. Snitker is now 221-227 in his three years with the Braves after taking over in 2016. […]

Jason Peters Injured Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters (biceps) left the game early on Thursday against the Giants and is out for the rest of the game. With the Eagles up big in the second half, there was no reason to bring him back and risk further injury. Peters was getting manhandled by Giants defensive end Olivier […]

Rangers Interview Three For Managerial Position

The Texas Rangers have interviewed three candidates for their full-time managerial position -- Rangers bench coach Jayce Tingler, Cubs bench coach Brandon Hyde and Astros bench coach Joe Espada. Texas is also expected to interview Indians first base coach Sandy Alomar Jr. and interim manager Don Wakamatsu. The interviews could stretch beyond next week. The […]

David Freese To Start At First Base Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder David Freese will start at first base in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Friday against Brewers left-hander Gio Gonzalez, according to manager Dave Roberts. That means breakout star Max Muncy will start on the bench against the southpaw. Gonzalez may not be long for this game, though, […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu To Start Game 2 Of NLCS

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu will start Game 2 of the National League Championship Series against the Brewers on Saturday. Walker Buehler will go in Game 3 on Monday in Los Angeles, while left-hander Rich Hill will start Game 4 on Tuesday. Ryu has been excellent so far this postseason and was great […]

Rhett Ellison Won't Play Thursday

New York Giants tight end Rhett Ellison (foot) is inactive on Thursday night against the Eagles. With Evan Engram (knee) out another week as well, the Giants are down to Scott Simonson and rookie Garrett Dickerson at the tight end position. Neither of them should be used as starters this week at an incredibly thin […]

Lane Johnson Active Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson (ankle) is active on Thursday night against the Giants. It's a bit of a surprise with Johnson aggravating a high ankle sprain in Week 5. With Philly's offensive line struggling a bit through the first five weeks, it's a good sign for quarterback Carson Wentz and the running game […]

Jhoulys Chacin Could Pitch In Game 1

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jhoulys Chacin, who is lined up to start Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Dodgers on Monday, could pitch in Game 1 on Friday, according to manager Craig Counsell. Gio Gonzalez is set to start on Friday, but he could be used as an opener and only […]

George Kittle, Garrett Celek, Richard Sherman Limited

San Francisco 49ers tight ends George Kittle (knee) and Garrett Celek (quadriceps) and cornerbacks Richard Sherman (calf) and Jimmie Ward (hamstring) were all limited in practice on Thursday. All should play on Monday night against the Packers. Kittle has been a top tight end this year with 23 catches on 35 targets for 399 yards […]

Darrius Heyward-Bey Missing From Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey (ankle) missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Heyward-Bey looks doubtful to play in Week 6 against the Bengals. He has yet to record a catch in 2018 and remains well off the fantasy radar.

Giovani Bernard, Tyler Kroft Out Again Thursday

Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (knee) and tight end Tyler Kroft (foot) both missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Neither player is expected to play in Week 6 against the Steelers, although Bernard could return in Week 7. With Bernard likely out, Joe Mixon will be a low-end RB1 in a […]

Chris Hogan Misses Practice Thursday

New England Patriots wide receiver Chris Hogan (thigh) did not practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. It's a mid-week downgrade, which usually isn't a good sign for said player's Sunday availability. Hogan was unable to take advantage of Julian Edelman's four-game suspension and has a disappointing 11 catches on 19 targets for 143 […]

Duke Johnson Frustrated With His Role

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has been frustrated with his lack of a role in the backfield through five games. Johnson led the team last year with 74 catches for 693 yards and three receiving touchdowns. He also had 82 carries for 348 yards and four more TDs. Johnson has just 10 catches for […]

Larry Fitzgerald, Jermaine Gresham Limited

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (back, hamstring) and tight end Jermaine Gresham (Achilles) were both limited in practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Fitzgerald has really seen his production dip this year with quarterbacks Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen struggling to move the ball effectively. The veteran wideout hasn't had more than […]