Charlie Tilson Optioned To Triple-A

Chicago White Sox outfielder Charlie Tilson was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday with infielder Nick Delmonico and outfielder Avisail Garcia close to returning from injuries for the second half of the season. Tilson hit .264 (28-for-106) with 11 RBI and seven runs scored in 41 games for the White Sox and was only an […]

Medical Holdup Not Related To Yusniel Diaz

The medical holdup in the trade that would send Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado to the Dodgers is not over LA's top outfield prospect Yusniel Diaz, who is the key piece in the deal from the Dodgers side. The chances that the two sides move past this snag are better since the medical issues are […]

Jets Unlikely To Move On From Jermaine Kearse

The New York Jets are unlikely to move on from wide receiver Jermaine Kearse after he posted career highs in catches (65) and receiving yards (810) to go along with five touchdowns, which tied a career high. He filled in nicely with Quincy Enunwa injured all year. But with Enunwa coming back healthy in 2018 […]

Joe Flacco Works With Receivers

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco did extra workouts with his receivers a few times last week for the first time since 2011. Flacco must feel the heat after the team traded up in the first round to take his eventual successor in Lamar Jackson. He posted just 3,141 yards with 18 touchdowns and 13 interceptions […]

Jesse Hahn, Eric Skoglund To Start Rehab Assignments Wednesday

Kansas City Royals starting pitchers Jesse Hahn (elbow) and Eric Skoglund (elbow) will both begin their rehab assignments on Wednesday with the Rookie League Surprise Royals. Both pitchers are dealing ulnar collateral ligament damage in their elbows and are hoping to avoid Tommy John surgery. Neither pitcher misses many bats when healthy, though, and would […]

T.J. Rivera Suffers Setback

New York Mets infielder T.J. Rivera (knee) suffered a setback after leaving a rehab game with soreness in his surgically repaired elbow, and the Mets are shutting him down for around 10 days. Rivera hasn't played at all this year, but he does have a career .304/.335/.445 slash line in 106 games with the Mets […]

Yoenis Cespedes Continues To Hit On Rehab Assignment

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (hip) played all nine innings at first base for the Gulf Coast Mets on Wednesday and went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run. He's expected to return from the disabled list on Friday against the Yankees after playing games in three straight days. Those who were patient and held […]

Miles Mikolas Slated To Start Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas, who was placed on the paternity list on Wednesday, is tentatively scheduled to start on Sunday against the Cubs. In 19 starts this year, Mikolas has been great, going 10-3 with a 2.79 ERA. He averages more than six innings per start. The right-hander has turned out to […]

Dodgers Trade For Manny Machado May Have Hit A Snag

The Los Angeles Dodgers proposed deal for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado may have hit a snag on Wednesday, as sources indicate that one or more of the prospects coming over from LA have some issues in their physicals. It could open the door for other teams like the Phillies to jump back in the […]

Miles Mikolas Placed On Paternity List

The St. Louis Cardinals placed starting pitcher Miles Mikolas on the paternity list on Wednesday and recalled reliever Matt Bowman from Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move. Mikolas has been one of the best under-the-radar fantasy arms in baseball this year, going 10-3 with a tidy 2.79 ERA and 1.05 WHIP, although he's struck out […]

Scott Schebler Placed On DL

The Cincinnati Reds placed outfielder Scott Schebler (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday, retroactive to July 15. Schebler struggled in May but has picked it up in June and July, hitting .313 with six home runs and 17 RBI in 35 games. Young outfielder Jesse Winker has also picked it up of late […]

Phillies Turning Attention To Mike Moustakas, Eduardo Escobar

The Philadelphia Phillies are expected to lose out on Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado, but they won't lie still exiting the All-Star break just a half game up on the Braves in the National League East. The Phillies are now targeting Kansas City Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas and Minnesota Twins third baseman Eduardo Escobar […]

Yoenis Cespedes Starting At First In Minor League Game

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (hip) is starting at first base in a minor league rehab game on Wednesday. It's a bit of a surprise, as manager Mickey Callaway said that Cespedes wouldn't be playing first base despite taking ground balls at the position recently. Cespedes will likely return to designated hitter duties this […]

Darrelle Revis Announces His Retirement

Former New York Jets start cornerback Darrelle Revis announced his retirement from football after 11 years on Wednesday. His career included four All-Pro selections -- three with the Jets -- and a Super Bowl championship in 2014 with the Patriots. He played in only five games with the Chiefs in 2017. The 33-year-old was one […]

Saints Signing Shane Vereen

The New Orleans Saints are signing free-agent running back Shane Vereen on Wednesday, according to a source. Vereen spent the last three years with the Giants after starting his career with New England and playing there for four seasons. He had 45 carries for just 164 yards (career-low 3.6 yards per carry) with no touchdowns […]

Cowboys Unlikely To Trade For Earl Thomas

The Dallas Cowboys are unlikely to meet the Seattle Seahawks' asking price for disgruntled safety Earl Thomas, according to a Cowboys team official. “It’s a lot of media hype. Seattle not giving him away and we’re not overpaying," the official said. Thomas is threatening to hold out of training camp if he doesn't receive an […]

Jordan Matthews Considered A Lock For Roster

New England Patriots wide receiver Jordan Matthews, alongside Julian Edelman, Chris Hogan and Cordarrelle Patterson, is considered a lock to make the team's roster out of training camp, especially with Edelman set to serve a four-game suspension to end the year. It's believed the Patriots will come to value Matthews' versatility, smarts and cheap contract. […]

Albert Almora Jr. Expected Back Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. is expected to return to the team on Thursday for the start of the second half of the season. The Cubs also activated relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. from the paternity leave on Wednesday. Known as more of a defender than offensive contributor, Almora has hit a healthy .319/.357/.438 […]

Ricky Seals-Jones Arrested

Arizona Cardinals tight end Ricky Seals-Jones was arrested in Scottsdale, Ari., last weekend on suspicion of assault, disorderly conduct and criminal trespassing. He caught 12 passes for 201 yards and three touchdowns in his rookie year and emerged late in the season as the team's best tight end. Seals-Jones could be facing a short suspension […]

Orioles To Receive Only Minor Leaguers For Manny Machado

The Baltimore Orioles are expected to receive only minor league prospects in return for shortstop Manny Machado from the Los Angeles Dodgers, barring a last-minute change, according to sources. With the All-Star game being played on Tuesday, the two teams will wait until Wednesday to make this deal official. The Dodgers could be giving up […]

Aaron Donald Expects Extension Before Training Camp

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has told some close to him that he expects a new deal before training camp starts. If he doesn't receive one, he might hold out of training camp and the preseason like he did last year. The 27-year-old has a whopping 39 sacks, 204 tackles and two fumble […]

Chris Manhertz To Begin Camp On PUP List

Carolina Panthers tight end Chris Manhertz (foot) will start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list after being hurt in June minicamp. He had surgery on his foot for a Jones fracture and is hoping to return before the start of the regular season. Manhertz is the backup to Greg Olsen but is […]

Manny Machado Expected To Be Traded To Dodgers Wednesday

Updating previous reports, Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado is expected to be traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, barring any last-minute snags, according to a baseball official with direct knowledge of the deal. The Brewers and Phillies could still be in the mix. Machado will likely play shortstop with Corey Seager out for […]

Rams Sign Brandin Cooks To Five-Year Extension

The Los Angeles Rams signed wide receiver Brandin Cooks to a five-year extension on Tuesday. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. The Patriots sent Cooks to Los Angeles via a trade, and it looks like they want the speedy receiver to be a part of their future as they move into a new stadium […]

Yoenis Cespedes Begins Rehab Assignment Tuesday

New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes (hip) started his rehab assignment on Tuesday and went 1-for-4 with a single while playing seven innings in left field for the Gulf Coast Mets. Barring any setbacks, he should return from the disabled list as soon as Friday against the Yankees. It'll be a big boost to the […]

Phillies Still Motivated To Trade For Manny Machado

The Philadelphia Phillies remain "aggressively motivated" to get a deal done for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado, according to a source. They remain confident that they can acquire him, even though it was reported Tuesday morning that the Dodgers were the favorites for Machado. The Phillies upped their offer to include their No. 2 prospect, […]

Le'Veon Bell Expected To Be Ready For Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell's tentative plan is to miss training camp but to be ready for the regular season in Week 1, according to sources. As expected, Bell missing any regular season games would be a shock, and the Steelers expect him to play a full season. With Bell on another one-year franchise […]

Orioles Listening To Offers On Walk-Year Players

The Baltimore Orioles, who are clearly about to trade shortstop Manny Machado, could also listen to offers for starting pitchers Kevin Gausman and Dylan Bundy and second baseman Jonathan Schoop. “I think their goal is to trade their walk-year guys Machado, Britton, [Brad] Brach and Adam Jones, but they are not hanging up the phone […]

Rangers Drawing Little Trade Interest In Players

The Texas Rangers are last in the American League West at the halfway point, and starting pitcher Cole Hamels, outfielder Shin-Soo Choo and third baseman Adrian Beltre aren't attracting much interest on the trade market. Hamels hasn't had a great season, Beltre has already suffered two hamstring injuries and Choo is drawing little trade interest […]

Earl Thomas Wants Trade Or Extension

Seattle Seahawks safety Earl Thomas said on his Instagram that he wants to be traded if he's not going to be given an extension. If he doesn't get an extension, it's likely that he'll hold out of training camp and the preseason. The Cowboys were rumored to be interested in trading for him around the […]