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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Marlins Discussing Carlos Santana

The Miami Marlins are looking for mid-tier free-agent hitters and relievers and have discussed a trade for Seattle Mariners first baseman Carlos Santana last week, according to sources. Santana was just recently acquired from the Phillies, but the M's are willing to flip him and his salary as they continue to sell off pieces for […]

White Sox Acquire Ivan Nova

The Chicago White Sox are acquiring starting pitcher Ivan Nova from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday, according to sources. It's unclear what the White Sox are sending to Pittsburgh. Nova will bring a veteran presence to a young and rebuilding Chicago team. The right-hander will turn 32 next month and went 9-9 with a 4.19 […]

Cardinals Pursuing Will Smith

The St. Louis Cardinals have been among the most aggressive suitors in a potential trade for San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Will Smith, according to a source. However, it won't be easy, as the Giants aren't really looking to move him. With the Cardinals expected to move Carlos Martinez back to a rotation post next […]

Keke Coutee Trending In Right Direction

Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien said that rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) is "trending toward being able to play" in Week 15 against the Jets. Coutee has missed the last two games and has been hamstrung by his injury most of the year, playing in just six games. He has upside in the […]

Nationals May Trade Tanner Roark

The Washington Nationals have engaged in trade talks with other teams involving starting pitcher Tanner Roark, who is a year away from free agency and who could make more than $10 million through salary arbitration, according to sources. After the team signed lefty Patrick Corbin, Roark is a bit dispensable now. The right-hander hasn't been […]

Yankees May Be Willing To Trade Miguel Andujar

The New York Yankees are open to moving third baseman Miguel Andujar, according to rival executives. This could be part of the rumored three-team trade involving the New York Mets and Miami Marlins that would also send catcher J.T. Realmuto to the Mets. If the Yanks get rid of Andujar, it'd make them more active […]

Vikings Fire John DeFilippo After Offensive Failure Monday

The Minnesota Vikings fired offensive coordinator John DeFilippo on Tuesday after the offense failed to do much of anything in a 21-7 loss on the road to the Seahawks on Monday, according to a source. Quarterbacks coach Kevin Stefanski will take over as the interim offensive coordinator with the hope of getting quarterback Kirk Cousins […]

Ben Roethlisberger Doesn't Expect To Miss Week 15

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (ribs) said on his radio show on Tuesday that he doesn't expect to miss a big game in Week 15 against the Patriots. Big Ben was hit hard on a play just before halftime in Week 14 and then didn't return until just over five minutes left in the fourth […]

Chargers Not Optimistic On Melvin Gordon, Austin Ekeler

The Los Angeles Chargers are not optimistic that running backs Melvin Gordon (knee) and Austin Ekeler (concussion, neck) will be ready to play on Thursday in a huge divisional game against the Chiefs, according to head coach Anthony Lynn. Rookies Justin Jackson and Detrez Newsome will likely have to carry the load, with Jackson likely […]

Mets Discussing Three-Team Deal Involving J.T. Realmuto

The New York Mets have talked about a three-team trade that would involve the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins in which they would acquire catcher J.T. Realmuto, according to sources. It's unknown if starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard is involved, but the Mets wouldn't give up Syndergaard if they would only be getting Realmuto in […]

Tyreek Hill, Spencer Ware Miss Practice

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (heel, wrist) and running back Spencer Ware (hamstring, shoulder) both missed practice on Monday. It's not a surprise, as both were dinged up in the Week 14 overtime win against the Ravens. Both might not practice much this week, but they are expected to be available in a […]

Melvin Gordon, Austin Ekeler Miss Practice Monday

Los Angeles Chargers running backs Melvin Gordon (knee) and Austin Ekeler (concussion, neck) both missed practice on Monday. The Chargers are hoping Gordon can return from a two-game absence due to a knee sprain, but it's not a good start to the week. He could be a game-time decision on Thursday against the Chiefs. Ekeler […]

Rockies Could Be Interested In Carlos Santana

The Colorado Rockies were interested in trading for Seattle Mariners first baseman Carlos Santana when he was still with the Phillies, according to general manager Jeff Bridich. The idea of trading for Santana isn't dead. Santana isn't your prototypical big-time power-hitting first baseman (24 homers in 2018 with Philly), but he does get on base […]

Gregory Polanco To Resume Throwing In January

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (shoulder) will resume throwing in January, according to general manager Neal Huntington. At that point, the team will have a better idea of a timetable for his return. Polanco had surgery to fix a dislocated left shoulder and injured labrum in September and is expected to miss the start of […]

Dodgers Interested In Nick Castellanos

The Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in trading for Detroit Tigers outfielder Nick Castellanos, but there's no current momentum on a deal, according to a source. With a logjam in the outfield in LA as it currently stands, Castellanos is understandably not their highest offseason priority. Castellanos had a very good year in 2018 for […]

Brewers Interested In Daniel Murphy

The Milwaukee Brewers have shown interest in free-agent second baseman Daniel Murphy, according to sources. They are also interested in re-signing third baseman Mike Moustakas. Murphy hit .299/.336/.454 with 12 home runs and 43 RBI in 91 games with the Nationals and Cubs and got off to a late start because of his knee injury. […]

Mutual Interest Between Nelson Cruz, Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays have "running dialogue" and have discussed parameters with free-agent designated hitter Nelson Cruz. Cruz's agent, Bryce Dixon, said Cruz is interested and calls it "a perfect fit." Three to four other teams are also interested in the power-hitting veteran. Cruz will be 39 next July, but he's managed to stay relatively […]