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 […]

A's Discussing Contract Extension With Khris Davis

Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said the team continues to talk to outfielder Khris Davis about a long-term contract extension, but nothing is imminent as they focus on needs in the offseason. Despite playing half his games in one of the most pitcher-friendly stadiums in baseball, Davis is one of the premiere power hitters […]

Alex Wood Will Go Back To Windup Next Year

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Alex Wood will re-introduce his windup next year, according to general manager Andrew Friedman. Wood pitched solely out of the stretch in 2018 and saw his velocity and ERA (3.68) suffer as a result. The left-hander was still solid for fantasy owners, though, with nine wins, a 1.21 WHIP and […]

Brewers Interested In Re-Signing Wade Miley

The Milwaukee Brewers are "keeping in touch" with free-agent starting pitcher Wade Miley's agent, Tom O'Connell, and are open to re-signing him. Miley will test the open market after surprising with a 5-2 record, 2.57 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 50 strikeouts in 80 2/3 innings across 16 starts. The left-hander got a late start to […]

Shohei Ohtani Has Full Range Of Motion

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) is doing well in his rehab from Tommy John surgery and has full range of motion with his arm. He will come back to the United States in January for a checkup, but it's too early for the team to set up a hitting plan for […]

Cody Bellinger Trying To Fix Swing

Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Andrew Friedman said that first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger will work on his swing with the team's hitting coaches this week. He also has his own ideas on how to fix his swing and improve for 2019 after hitting .260/.343/.470 with 25 home runs and 76 RBI in 162 games. It […]

Corey Seager Done With Rehab

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (elbow, hip) has "switched gears" from rehabbing from two separate surgeries to training for baseball. Seager had just 101 at-bats before going under the knife in 2018. Assuming he has no setbacks, he should be ready for spring training and the start of the 2019 season. The left-handed hitting […]

Miguel Cabrera Resumes Swinging

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera (biceps) has resumed swinging a bat, according to general manager Al Avila. Similar to Albert Pujols, the tread on Cabrera's tires is running thin as he enters his age-36 season. Miggy was limited to just 134 at-bats in 2018 because of his injury, but he did hit .299/.395/.448 in […]

Adam Frazier Projected To Start At 2B

Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Neal Huntington said the team feels good about infielder Adam Frazier being the regular second baseman heading into next season. Frazier was a utility player for the Bucs in 2018 and also saw time in the outfield, hitting .277/.342/.456 with a career-high 10 home runs and 35 RBI in 113 games. […]

Jake Lamb To Play Some First Base In 2019

Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen said that third baseman Jake Lamb will play some first base next year along with third base. 2018 was a lost season for Lamb, who required shoulder surgery. He played in just 56 games and was bad before his injury, hitting .222/.307/.348 with six home runs and 31 RBI. […]

Michael Fulmer Pain-Free

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (knee) has full pain-free range of motion in his surgically repaired right knee, according to general manager Al Avila. The pitcher is currently doing rehab work at the team's spring training facilities in Florida and expects to be ready for spring training, although he has another checkup with Dr. […]

Cesar Hernandez Played Through Broken Foot Last Year

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Cesar Hernandez (foot) played through a broken foot for most of the second half of last season after he fouled a pitch off his foot in July. General manager Matt Klentak said Hernandez didn't require surgery and that the bone healed on its own. It helps explain why Hernandez had a […]

Manuel Margot Suffers Bone Bruise In Winter Ball

San Diego Padres outfielder Manuel Margot (foot) suffered a bone bruise in his left foot after fouling a ball off his foot in the Dominican Republic winter league last month and will probably be shut down for the rest of the winter. This injury is unlikely to impact the start of spring training for Margot. […]

Mets Meet With Wilson Ramos

The New York Mets had a meeting with free-agent catcher Wilson Ramos on Monday. The Mets clearly aren't comfortable with using injury-prone Travis D'Arnaud as their primary backstop next season. Ramos has been somewhat injury prone in recent years but is one of the more underrated hitting catchers in baseball when he's healthy. The 31-year-old […]

Phillies To Meet With Bryce Harper, Manny Machado This Week

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to meet with the agents for free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper and shortstop Manny Machado at the winter meetings this week, according to general manager Matt Klentak. The Phillies have plenty of money to spend this winter and plan to do so. While it's unlikely that they land both superstars, it's not […]

Pierre Garcon To Miss Final Three Games

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Pierre Garcon (knee) will undergo a knee scope and will be placed on the season-ending Injured Reserve. Garcon last played on Nov. 1 and had just one touchdown in the last two years for the Niners in just 16 combined contests. The 32-year-old won't be worth drafting in the majority […]

Austin Ekeler Unlikely To Play Thursday

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (neck) is extremely doubtful to play on Thursday against the Chiefs after suffering another stinger on an onside kick by the Bengals at the end of the Week 14 game. Ekeler is dealing with a bruised nerve in his neck. It sounds like it's painful, and on a […]

Braves A Dark Horse For J.A. Happ

The Atlanta Braves are a dark-horse contender for free-agent starting pitcher J.A. Happ. They are still in the field of potential landing spots after he narrowed down his list. The 36-year-old managed to win 17 games last year with the Blue Jays and Yankees and came on stronger in the second half with a playoff […]

Rashaad Penny Active Against Vikings

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Rashaad Penny (ankle) is active on Monday night against the Vikings. Penny saw a little more run in Week 13 with Chris Carson dislocating his index finger, rushing seven times for 65 yards and his second touchdown of the year. However, Carson is playing on Monday night and should remain […]

Doug Baldwin Won't Play Monday Night

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (groin) has been ruled inactive for Monday night against the Vikings. Baldwin was on the wrong side of questionable and wasn't able to convince the team he could play in pregame warmups after not practicing all week. Tyler Lockett will be quarterback Russell Wilson's top target and will likely […]