Antonio Gates Optimistic Of Playing In Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates looked like his old self while running routes and catching passes from quarterback Philip Rivers in practice on Wednesday, and the veteran tight end is optimistic he'll be ready for Week 1 against the Chiefs. The 38-year-old wasn't listed on the injury report on Wednesday, which is a […]

MarQueis Gray Put On IR, Gavin Escobar Signs

The Miami Dolphins placed tight end MarQueis Gray (Achilles) on Injured Reserve on Thursday and re-signed tight end Gavin Escobar in a corresponding move. Gray was set to be the team's starting tight end, but he reportedly suffered a serious injury in practice on Wednesday. It's unclear if he'll be able to make it back […]

Blue Jays To Part Ways With John Gibbons After Season

The Toronto Blue Jays and manager John Gibbons are ready to part ways after the season, according to sources. One person familiar with the thinking of both sides said it was "99.9 percent done." Gibbons and general manager Ross Atkins are believed to have spoken multiple times about the plans. The expected plan is for […]

Good News For Zack Wheeler, Kevin Plawecki

CT scans on both New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (chest) and catcher Kevin Plawecki (ribs) were negative. Wheeler was hit in the chest by a line drive during his start against the Dodgers on Wednesday, while Plawecki was drilled in the ribs by a pitch. Wheeler gave up two homers but got the […]

Kyle Schwarber Day-To-Day

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) left the game early on Wednesday with a back issue after sliding into third base, according to manager Joe Maddon. Schwarber told Maddon about his back and then hit a home run, but he was removed from the game after running around the bases gingerly. Maddon said Schwarber is […]

Michael Wacha To Make Rehab Start Friday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (oblique) will start for Triple-A Memphis on Friday, and he'll be aiming for the 40-45 pitch range. Wacha was great for his owners before his injury, going 8-2 with a 3.20 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 71 strikeouts in 84 1/3 innings over 15 starts, but he's been out […]

Le'Veon Bell A Trade Candidate?

The Pittsburgh Steelers locker room is in disarray right now with running back Le'Veon Bell's holdout looking likely to bleed into the regular season. Many Steelers players are expressing disdain toward Bell at this point, and the situation may be irreparable. Yahoo's Brad Evans suggests that the only solution may be to trade Bell. It […]

Zack Wheeler, Kevin Plawecki Undergo X-Rays, CT Scan

New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (chest) and catcher Kevin Plawecki (ribs) both underwent CT scans after their win over the Dodgers on Wednesday. X-rays on Wheeler came back negative. Wheeler was hit by a comebacker in the chest, while Plawecki was drilled by a pitch in his ribs. Wheeler was sharp in the […]

Yadier Molina Injured Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (hamstring) was pulled from the game early with a tight left hamstring on Wednesday. Molina had a single and a strikeout before departing after he was caught stealing. The future Hall of Famer is batting .273 with 17 home runs, 61 RBI and four steals. It would be a […]

Ray-Ray McLoud Does Not Practice

Buffalo Bills rookie wide receiver Ray-Ray McLoud (knee) did not practice on Wednesday. McLoud doesn't look like he'll be available in Week 1 against the Ravens. There is opportunity in a thin Buffalo receiving room, but McLoud is currently behind Kelvin Benjamin, Zay Jones, Andrew Holmes and Jeremy Kerley on the depth chart. McLoud should […]

Keke Coutee Limited Wednesday

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Keke Coutee (hamstring) was limited in practice Wednesday. Coutee has promise in the long term, but he missed valuable repetitions in training camp and is likely to make more of an impact on special teams this year. He's also buried on the depth chart behind DeAndre Hopkins, Will Fuller and […]

David Hess To Start Saturday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher David Hess has been tabbed to start against the Rays on Saturday. Hess has gone 3-9 with a 5.27 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and weak 6.0 K/9 in 17 outings (15 starts) for the Orioles this year. He's not a recommended fantasy streamer in any league.

Aroldis Chapman Playing Catch

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman (knee) has been playing catch on flat ground and walking on a treadmill. There remains no timetable for Chapman's return, and there remains a chance that he won't return this season. His fantasy owners need to prepare for that possibility. In the meantime, David Robertson is the best option […]

Eddie Rosario Planning To Work Out Again

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (quadriceps) is planning on doing more light jogging on Wednesday and will take batting practice on the field in advance of a potential weekend return. Rosario, one of the team's best hitters this year, has been out since Aug. 30. He's hitting .292 on the year with 22 home runs, […]

Miguel Sano Hopes To Hit Friday

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (leg), who was limping noticeably on Wednesday after injuring himself on a slide on Tuesday, is hoping to hit on the field as soon as Friday. Sano was carted off the field on Tuesday but was diagnosed with a bone bruise in his surgically repaired left leg. It's unclear […]

Clint Frazier Unlikely To Return This Year

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (head) had a concussion setback and is now unlikely to return this year, according to manager Aaron Boone. Frazier has dealt with concussion issues since all the way back in spring training and last played for the Yankees in mid-July. The soon-to-be 24-year-old had just 34 at-bats in the […]

Didi Gregorius Likely To Be Activated Friday

New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius (heel) is likely to be activated from the disabled list on Friday, according to manager Aaron Boone. Fantasy owners can't wait to get Gregorius back into their lineups, and they should be able to do so this weekend. He's hitting .270/.333/.482 with 22 home runs, 74 RBI, 76 runs […]

Jason Heyward Hasn't Resumed Baseball Activities

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward (hamstring) has yet to resume baseball activities. With just weeks left in the 2018 regular season, Heyward is running out of time to rejoin the team. He has been a bit of a surprise with the bat this year, but fantasy owners can leave him to the waiver wire in […]

Brett Anderson To Throw Again Saturday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Brett Anderson (forearm) had a successful bullpen session on Wednesday, and he will throw a simulated game on Saturday, according to manager Bob Melvin. If he comes out of Saturday's session without any setbacks, he could return and start on the team's next road trip. While Anderson lacks much fantasy upside […]

Shohei Ohtani Hasn't Decided On Surgery

Los Angeles Angels general manager Billy Eppler said starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) has not formally decided yet on whether he will undergo Tommy John surgery. The GM also wouldn't say whether or not it's realistic for Ohtani to return as a hitter next year if he has the surgery. The recommendation that Ohtani […]

Rishard Matthews Not On Injury Report

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews (knee) is not listed on the team's Week 1 injury report against the Dolphins. Matthews was on the Physically Unable to Perform list for most of training camp, so he'll be notably behind Corey Davis and Taylor Lewan heading into the season opener. To be safe, fantasy owners should […]

Doug Baldwin, Rashaad Penny Practice In Full

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (knee) and rookie running back Rashaad Penny (hand) both practiced in full on Wednesday. While Baldwin never seemed to be in much danger of missing Week 1, it's a great sign for the rookie Penny after he missed most of training camp and the preseason. Baldwin probably won't be […]

Roquan Smith Practices In Full

Chicago Bears rookie linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. It's a bit surprising, but it means that Smith has an excellent chance to suit up in Week 1 against the Packers on Sunday night for his NFL debut. Smith held out well into training camp and then picked up […]

Xavier Rhodes Limited In Practice

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes (hamstring) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Rhodes should be fine to play in Week 1 against the 49ers. He's the team's best cover cornerback and should be following top Niners wideout Marquise Goodwin around this Sunday.

Joey Bosa Limited Wednesday

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Bosa should be fine to play in the season opener against the Chiefs this Sunday. He's one of the best young pass rushers in the league and will be coming for quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Week 1. Bosa is a must-start […]

Roberto Aguayo Works Out For Jets

Free-agent place kicker Roberto Aguayo worked out for the New York Jets on Wednesday, according to a source. Aguayo lost out on the kicking job with the Chargers to Caleb Sturgis. Jason Myers is New York's current starter, but his job obviously isn't etched in stone if they are looking at Aguayo. Myers can be […]

Connor Cook Visits With Panthers

Free-agent quarterback Connor Cook, who was cut by the Raiders last weekend, visited with the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday, according to a league source. The Panthers only have Taylor Heinicke backing up Cam Newton, so it may make some sense to add Cook to the roster.

Patriots Work Out Kendall Wright, Kenjon Barner

The New England Patriots worked out free-agent wide receiver Kendall Wright and running back Kenjon Barner, among many others, on Wednesday. Wright had a productive season for Chicago last year, catching 59 passes for 614 yards, but he had just one touchdown. The Patriots are looking for bodies in their receiver room with Julian Edelman […]

Saquon Barkley Not On Injury Report

New York Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley (hamstring) is not on the team's injury report for Week 1 against the Jaguars. The Giants were cautious with their star rookie in training camp and the preseason, but he was never in question for the season opener. He'll face a stiff test right off the bat, […]

George Kittle Ready For Week 1

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (shoulder) is all systems go for Week 1 against the Vikings and was seen running routes and catching passes in practice on Wednesday. Kittle caught 43 passes for 515 yards and two touchdowns in his rookie season and has a great chance to best those numbers in a […]