David Wright To Play In Simulated Games

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (shoulder) will begin playing in simulated games when the team returns home this weekend, according to manager Mickey Callaway. Wright didn't hit very well on his rehab assignment, but the biggest takeaway is that he didn't have any injury setbacks. Wright hasn't played in the major leagues since […]

Shohei Ohtani's Elbow Is Fine

Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani's elbow is fine, and he didn't need X-rays on his finger or an MRI exam on his back or elbow after his start on Sunday. He is currently being evaluated to see when he can hit again, but his next scheduled start on […]

Cardinals Non-Committal On Bud Norris

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt was non-committal on Monday when asked if closer Bud Norris would get the next save chance. Norris was hit with the loss while allowing two home runs on Sunday and blew the save when he allowed a game-tying home run in the ninth on Monday. Norris has been pretty […]

Boston Scott Expected To Return Kicks

New Orleans Saints running back Boston Scott said he expects to "be doing kickoff returns" and also thinks he'll be "in the mix" for punt returns. Scott will likely be third on the depth chart behind Alvin Kamara and Mike Gillislee with Mark Ingram suspended to begin the season. Unless your league counts return yardage, […]

Bills To Work Out Paxton Lynch

The Buffalo Bills will work out free-agent quarterback Paxton Lynch on Monday, according to sources. Lynch was a first-round bust for the Broncos in 2016 and has looked overwhelmed whenever he has stepped on an NFL field. He could become the team's No. 3 behind Nathan Peterman and rookie Josh Allen, though. Lynch is no […]

Willie Calhoun Coming Up Tuesday

The Texas Rangers will call up outfield prospect Willie Calhoun from Triple-A Round Rock on Tuesday. Calhoun is the team's No. 2 prospect and hit .275 with one homer and nine RBI in 69 at-bats earlier this year with the Rangers. Calhoun's lack of power was a disappointment in the big leagues, but the left-handed […]

Marco Gonzales Throws Bullpen Monday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Marco Gonzales (neck) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session on Monday and mixed in all of his pitches. If he feels fine on Tuesday, he could throw another bullpen on Thursday and return from the disabled list over the weekend. If Gonzales is able to return from the disabled list this weekend, […]

Trevor May To Serve As Opener Tuesday

Minnesota Twins pitcher Trevor May will serve as the opener against the Astros on Tuesday. May has a tidy 1.88 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 22 K's in 14 1/3 innings of work in the big leagues this year, but he hasn't made any starts. That means he won't stay in the game long enough to […]

Eddie Rosario Works Out Monday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (quadriceps) did some light running and took some swings in the cages on Monday and hopes to hit on the field as soon as Tuesday. Rosario has been out since late last week, but the Twins won't rush him back while out of contention. He should remain stashed in all […]

X-Rays Negative On Hector Rondon

Updating a previous report, X-rays on Houston Astros relief pitcher Hector Rondon's wrist came back negative after he took a line drive off his wrist in the outing on Monday against the Twins. It looks like Rondon avoided a serious injury, but he may need a day or two to rest. He has been solid […]

J.D. McKissic Placed On IR

The Seattle Seahawks placed running back J.D. McKissic (foot) on Injured Reserve on Monday and claimed linebacker Jermaine Grace off waivers from the Browns in a corresponding move, according to ESPN's Field Yates. McKissic will be eligible to return to the team after Week 8. The team will open the year with Chris Carson as […]

Kirby Yates Back From Bereavement List

The San Diego Padres reinstated relief pitcher Kirby Yates from the bereavement list and pitcher Luis Perdomo (shoulder) from the disabled list on Monday. Yates missed the weekend series against the Rockies but will return to the closer's role this week. He's been solid for the Friars with a 2.09 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and six […]

Hector Rondon Hit With Line Drive

Houston Astros relief pitcher Hector Rondon (wrist) left his outing after being hit by a line drive off his right wrist on Monday against the Twins. Rondon only faced one hitter in the outing. He has a 2.09 ERA, 10.10 K/9 and 14 saves in 19 chances this year. However, Roberto Osuna, who was being […]

Walker Buehler Expects To Make Next Start

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (foot) had a muscle cramp in his foot during his start on Sunday, but he expects to make his next start. Buehler allowed only one earned run on two hits while striking out a season-high nine hitters in a no-decision against the Diamondbacks in 6 1/3 innings on […]

Marcus Stroman Comes Off DL To Start Monday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (finger) is coming off the disabled list and will start against the Rays on Monday. Stroman's blister has healed, but manager John Gibbons said the team will keep a close eye on their starter. The right-hander might not go deep into this game, so he's a risky option […]

Michael Fulmer Leaves Game With Shin Contusion

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (shin) left the game early with a right shin contusion on Monday. He's being listed as day-to-day after being hit by a comebacker. Fulmer allowed one hit and an earned run while walking four and striking out five in 5 2/3 frames against the White Sox in a no-decision. […]

Maikel Franco Unlikely To Play Tuesday

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Maikel Franco (wrist) is dealing with a wrist issue and is unlikely to play on Tuesday. He needed an X-ray on Sunday and said it hurts when he swings. Asdrubal Cabrera is likely to continue playing the hot corner until Franco recovers. The 26-year-old has hit .267/.311/.470 on the season with […]

Mack Hollins Misses Practice Monday

Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers Mack Hollins (groin) and Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) both missed practice on Monday. Jeffery has already been ruled out for Week 1 against the Falcons on Thursday night. Hollins is slated to be the No. 3 behind Nelson Agholor and Mike Wallace with Jeffery sidelined, but now it looks like Hollins' status […]

Elijah McGuire Put On IR

The New York Jets placed running back Elijah McGuire (foot) on Injured Reserve on Monday. They signed linebacker Jeremiah Attaochu in a corresponding move. McGuire injured his foot on the first day of training camp and will be eligible to return in Week 9. He ran for 315 yards and had 17 catches in 2017 […]

Desmond Harrison Could Start At Left Tackle

Cleveland Browns rookie offensive tackle Desmond Harrison could start Week 1 as the starting left tackle against the Steelers. Joel Bitonio could be moved back to his natural position of left guard as a result. That would leave the 33rd overall pick, Austin Corbett, as the odd man out. "He can move, man,'' Bitonio said. […]

Justin Jackson Waived By Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers waived running back Justin Jackson on Monday in order to make room for veteran tight end Antonio Gates on the 53-man roster. Jackson was a seventh-round pick in this year's draft but lost out on a roster spot to fellow rookie Detrez Newsome after missing most of training camp and the […]

Tyrell Williams, Joey Bosa Practice Monday

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyrell Williams (foot) and defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) both practiced on Monday and are on track to play in Week 1 against the Chiefs. Williams is set to be the No. 2 receiver behind Keenan Allen and has a juicy matchup against the thin secondary of the Chiefs in […]

Eric Berry Day-To-Day

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said veteran safety Eric Berry (heel) is day-to-day. The three-time first-team All Pro hasn't practiced since Aug. 11, and his status for Week 1 against the Chargers is up in the air. Berry didn't play at all in the preseason. An already thin KC secondary will need Reid […]

Cowboys Re-Sign Deonte Thompson, Bo Scarbrough

The Dallas Cowboys re-signed wide receiver Deonte Thompson and rookie running back Bo Scarbrough on Monday after cutting them over the weekend. Thompson signed a one-year deal with a $1 million signing bonus, while Scarbrough was added to the practice squad. Dallas also placed wideout Noah Brown (hamstring) on Injured Reserve. Thompson had 38 catches […]

Avisail Garcia Could Be Shut Down

While Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia (knee) is staunchly against it, the team is considering shutting him down for the season. Garcia should be back in the lineup soon, but a shutdown remains possible if issues pop up again. General manager Rick Hahn said Garcia's knee is not at risk of getting worse. Garcia […]

Marwin Gonzalez Injured Monday

Houston Astros infielder Marwin Gonzalez (oblique) left the game early on Monday with right oblique discomfort. Gonzalez didn't have a plate appearance in the game before leaving. Oblique injuries can be tricky to recover from, so this could be an extended absence for Gonzalez. The utility man is hitting .247/.324/.409 with 14 home runs, 52 […]

Aaron Judge Swings A Bat Monday

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) resumed swinging a bat on Monday by taking hacks off a tee. He said he is feeling better but still doesn't know when he'll face live pitching. It's a step in the right direction for the slugger, although we still have no idea when he'll be back in […]

Vita Vea Still Not Practicing

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round defensive tackle Vita Vea (calf) has yet to return to practice after missing over a month with a strained calf. That puts his availability for Week 1 against the Saints in jeopardy. Vea was expected to "miss a couple of weeks" at the time of his injury and wasn't expected to […]

Jets Officially Name Sam Darnold The Starter

The New York Jets have officially named rookie quarterback Sam Darnold as their starter for Week 1 against the Lions, according to sources. This has been expected for a while after the Jets traded Teddy Bridgewater to the Saints. Veteran Josh McCown will serve as the backup and mentor Darnold in his rookie campaign. Darnold […]

Donnel Pumphrey To Work Out For Lions

Free-agent running back Donnel Pumphrey will work out for the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, according to a source. Pumphrey was released by the Eagles over the weekend after being unable to stay healthy. The undersized back didn't play at all in his rookie season and might just be an option Detroit's practice squad.