Brett Phillips Cleared To Pinch Run

Kansas City Royals manager Ned Yost said outfielder Brett Phillips (shoulder) took some swings on Tuesday and has been cleared to serve as a pinch-runner. Phillips is hitting just .198/.262/.342 with two home runs and 11 RBI in 111 at-bats, so he's not really a fantasy consideration as the season winds down. He hasn't played […]

Chad Kuhl Suffers Setback

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chad Kuhl (forearm, elbow) had to be shut down when he came to the flat-ground portion of his throwing program on Tuesday, and head trainer Todd Tomczyk confirmed that Kuhl had more forearm/elbow tightness. He will go for another opinion, but his chances of returning this year are most likely over. […]

Jung Ho Kang Progressing

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang (wrist) has been hitting soft toss, fielding ground balls and throwing without pain. Head trainer Todd Tomczyk said the team hopes to get Kang at-bats in the fall instructional league. Time is running out to get Kang into a major league game, but he's making nice progress and should […]

Brandon Morrow Set To Move To Simulated Games

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) had a successful bullpen session on Wednesday and hopes to pitch in simulated games by the end of next week. At this point, the Cubs are probably just hoping that Morrow might be an option for a potential postseason run. He hasn't pitched in the majors since before the […]

Kyle Schwarber Hopes To Return Friday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber (back) will not travel with the team to Washington for their makeup game against the Nationals on Thursday, but he is hoping to be back in the lineup on Friday. Schwarber has been out this week with back issues, but it's nothing too serious. Get him back into your lineups […]

Nathan Eovaldi To Start Tuesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi is scheduled to start next Tuesday against the Yankees on the road. Eovaldi allowed two runs in 3 2/3 innings of relief on Tuesday against Toronto and hasn't started a game since Sept. 3. The hard-throwing right-hander hasn't gone over five innings since Aug. 21 against the Indians, so […]

Chris Sale Scheduled To Start Sunday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale is scheduled to start Sunday against the Mets, and the goal is for him to go three innings this time. Sale struck out two hitters against the Blue Jays on Tuesday and is being eased back in so he'll be at 100 percent for the postseason. That won't […]

Jose Iglesias Receives Injection

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (abdomen) received a cortisone injection in his lower abdominal strain and will be out at least the next few days while it takes effect. There still remains a chance that Iglesias doesn't make it back this year with the Tigers not in playoff contention. Niko Goodrum (quadriceps) was also injured […]

Gregory Polanco Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Gregory Polanco (shoulder, knee) underwent surgery on Wednesday to stabilize a dislocated left shoulder. The Pirates will have more details on a rehab timetable after the surgery is complete. Polanco had already been ruled out for the rest of the year after injuring his knee last week. He got off to a […]

Luis Ortiz To Start Friday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Luis Ortiz will make his first major league start on Friday against the White Sox. Ortiz made his first even MLB appearance last week and allowed three hits and three earned runs in just two-thirds of an inning. Hopefully he'll fare much better this time out, but he's not a recommended […]

Niko Goodrum To Miss Several Days

Detroit Tigers infielder Niko Goodrum (quadriceps) will be out at least for the next several days after he collided with outfielder Christin Stewart in the game on Wednesday. Goodrum is hitting just .236 on the season but has been useful in deep mixed leagues with his 16 home runs, 52 runs scored, 45 RBI and […]

Hunter Dozier Scratched Wednesday

Kansas City Royals first baseman Hunter Dozier (back) was scratched from the starting lineup with a sore back on Wednesday. Ryan O'Hearn will fill in at first base and bat ninth against White Sox starter Carlos Rodon. Dozier is getting playing time in a lost season for the Royals. He's batting just .233 with nine […]

Trio Of Jets Receivers Practice In Full

New York Jets wide receivers Jermaine Kearse (abdomen), Quincy Enunwa (thumb) and Terrelle Pryor (ankle) all practiced in full on Wednesday. Kearse sat out the season opener on Monday night but is on track to play in Week 2 against the Dolphins and will likely push Pryor to fourth on the depth chart. Robby Anderson […]

Jonnu Smith To See More Opportunities

Tennessee Titans tight end Jonnu Smith is expected to see plenty more opportunities with Delanie Walker (ankle) out for the season. Smith played 40 snaps in Week 1 against the Dolphins and had one catch for 12 yards on three targets. He should see a lot of looks on short and intermediate routes. Wide receiver […]

DeAndre Hopkins Limited In Practice

Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday but looked to be pretty mobile. Hopkins is fully expected to play in Week 2 against the Titans, where he'll be a must-start. The 26-year-old had eight receptions on 11 targets for 78 yards in the season-opening loss to the Patriots.

Will Fuller, Jadeveon Clowney Limited Wednesday

Houston Texans wide receivers Will Fuller (hamstring), Sammie Coates (hamstring) and rookie Keke Coutee (hamstring) and defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (back, elbow) were all limited in practice on Wednesday. Fuller sat out the season opener but could be on track to return this weekend against the Titans, where he'd be the second wideout behind DeAndre […]

DeMarcus Lawrence Expected To Play Sunday

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (groin) didn't practice on Wednesday, but the team is not concerned about his availability for Week 2 against the Giants on Sunday night. Lawrence had six tackles and a sack in Week 1 against the Panthers and should be fine to play. Fire him up as a stud IDP […]

Corey Davis Gets In Limited Practice

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Corey Davis (hamstring) was limited in practice Wednesday. This shouldn't be an injury that keeps Davis from playing in Week 2 against the Texans unless he makes it worse this week in practice. The 23-year-old had six catches on 13 targets for 62 yards in the season opener. With tight end […]

Dak Prescott Has Ankle Injury

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (ankle) practiced in full on Wednesday. It doesn't sound like his injury is serious, but it's something to keep an eye on heading into Week 2 against the Giants on Sunday night. Prescott's limited weapons in the passing game showed up in the season opener, as he threw for only […]

Sony Michel, Jacob Hollister Limited Wednesday

New England Patriots rookie running back Sony Michel (knee) and tight end Jacob Hollister (hamstring) were limited in practice on Wednesday. It remains up in the air whether Michel will make his NFL debut in Week 2 against the Jaguars, but Rex Burkhead's (concussion) injury may play a part. If both Burkhead and Michel are […]

Rex Burkhead Misses Practice Wednesday

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) missed practice on Wednesday and is in the concussion protocol. That's bad news as the team prepares to face the tough defense of the Jaguars in Week 2 on the road. Burkhead remains the best fantasy option in this backfield when he's healthy, but he's now a […]

Michael Thomas, Ted Ginn Miss Practice

New Orleans Saints wide receivers Michael Thomas (illness) and Ted Ginn (knee) both missed practice on Wednesday. Thomas should be fine, while Ginn's knee injury is a bit worrisome. Thomas remains the team's unquestioned top wideout and had a whopping 16 catches on 17 targets for 180 yards and a score in the season opener. […]

Jarvis Landry Practicing In Full

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (thigh) practiced in full on Wednesday. Landry should have no problems suiting up in Week 2 and has an excellent matchup against a Saints secondary that almost gave up 50 points to Bucs quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick in Week 1. Last year's leader in receptions, Landry had seven grabs on […]

Olivier Vernon Misses Another Practice

New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday. The Giants have been optimistic that Vernon can return soon, but it might be another week before we see him make his season debut while dealing with a high ankle sprain. If he's out for a second straight week, that will be […]

Cameron Maybin Scratched From Lineup

Seattle Mariners outfielder Cameron Maybin (elbow) was scratched from the starting lineup on Wednesday with a sore elbow. Guillermo Heredia will start in center field in Maybin's place and will bat ninth against Padres lefty starter Joey Lucchesi. Maybin has actually lost fantasy value moving from Miami to Seattle, where he's hit just .227 with […]

James Paxton Won't Travel With Team This Weekend

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (illness) is dealing with a virus and won't travel with the team to face the Angels this weekend in Anaheim, according to manager Scott Servais. It means that the left-hander won't get to face the Angels in a favorable matchup this weekend. Paxton has been the team's best starter […]

Marquise Goodwin Misses Practice

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (thigh) will not practice on Wednesday and is in line to be questionable for Week 2 against the Lions. Goodwin put up a donut for fantasy owners in the season opener because of his injury, and he might not play this weekend. If he sits out, receiver Pierre […]

Carson Wentz, Darren Sproles Limited Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee), running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) and wide receiver Shelton Gibson (knee) were all limited in practice on Wednesday. Wentz will sit out another week in favor of Nick Foles. Sproles should be fine to play in Week 2 against the Buccaneers, but he's nothing more than a flex play […]

Ezekiel Ansah Hopeful Of Playing In Week 2

Detroit Lions defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (shoulder) underwent an MRI exam that didn't show a significant injury. He's now hoping to play in Week 2 against the 49ers, according to a source. Ansah did manage a sack in the first half last Monday against the Jets before leaving the game. His return is essential to […]

Matt Barkley Released With Injury Settlement

The Cincinnati Bengals released quarterback Matt Barkley (knee) from the Injured Reserve with an injury settlement on Wednesday. Jeff Driskel will move forward as the main backup to Andy Dalton. The Bengals are set to face the Ravens in Week 2 on Thursday night.