Bob Melvin Expected To Receive Contract Extension

Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin, a Manager of the Year candidate, is expected to receive a contract extension in the offseason. General manager David Forst and front-office man Billy Beane have also earned extensions with their current contracts up after the 2019 season. After three straight losing seasons, Melvin managed the A's to an excellent […]

Mickey Callaway To Have Short Leash In 2019

New York Mets manager Mickey Callaway is expected to have a short leash in 2019, as there is a split on him within the team's front office. Some in the front office see it as a work in progress that may not work out and whether he's suited for New York. Callaway was also hired […]

Twins Have Several Candidates For Manager Job

Minnesota Twins' Derek Shelton is a top candidate to replace Paul Molitor as the team's next manager. Rocco Baldelli, who is on the Rays coaching staff, and Brewers bench coach Pat Murphy are also under consideration, according to 1500 ESPN's Darren Wolfson. Giants front office man Hensley Meulens could be a candidate as well.

Dan Straily, Jose Urena Could Be On Trading Block

Miami Marlins starting pitchers Dan Straily and Jose Urena could be on the trading block this winter. Both pitchers are arbitration-eligible, and Urena figures to be the more attractive piece, as he's younger and had an excellent finish to the year after a bad first half. Straily had a 4.12 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 99 […]

Mike Soroka Begins Throwing

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher prospect Mike Soroka (shoulder) has begun throwing after being shut down at the end of August. Soroka posted a 3.51 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 7.4 K/9 in just five starts in his rookie year for Atlanta. If he can control his pitches, Soroka should be a fine mixed league option with […]

Atlanta Will Consider Re-Signing Kurt Suzuki

The Atlanta Braves will consider bringing catcher Kurt Suzuki back for another year. They like the combination that both he and Tyler Flowers give them behind the plate. Suzuki hit .271/.332/.444 with 12 homers and 50 RBI in 105 games while splitting time with Flowers. While the limited playing time is a concern in fantasy, […]

Braves Won't Give Nick Markakis A Qualifying Offer

The Atlanta Braves don't plan on extending outfielder Nick Markakis a $17.9 million qualifying offer for 2019 despite his excellent season. The 34-year-old had a great season, hitting .297/.366/.440 with 14 home runs, 93 RBI and 78 runs. His age and the fact that he doesn't have much power will keep his upside limited for […]

Braves Plan To Extend Brian Snitker

The Atlanta Braves plan on presenting manager Brian Snitker with a contract extension after he led the team to the National League East title this year. Braves players are said to have an excellent relationship with Snitker as well. Snitker is now 221-227 in his three years with the Braves after taking over in 2016. […]

Jason Peters Injured Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters (biceps) left the game early on Thursday against the Giants and is out for the rest of the game. With the Eagles up big in the second half, there was no reason to bring him back and risk further injury. Peters was getting manhandled by Giants defensive end Olivier […]

Rangers Interview Three For Managerial Position

The Texas Rangers have interviewed three candidates for their full-time managerial position -- Rangers bench coach Jayce Tingler, Cubs bench coach Brandon Hyde and Astros bench coach Joe Espada. Texas is also expected to interview Indians first base coach Sandy Alomar Jr. and interim manager Don Wakamatsu. The interviews could stretch beyond next week. The […]

David Freese To Start At First Base Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder David Freese will start at first base in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Friday against Brewers left-hander Gio Gonzalez, according to manager Dave Roberts. That means breakout star Max Muncy will start on the bench against the southpaw. Gonzalez may not be long for this game, though, […]

Hyun-Jin Ryu To Start Game 2 Of NLCS

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu will start Game 2 of the National League Championship Series against the Brewers on Saturday. Walker Buehler will go in Game 3 on Monday in Los Angeles, while left-hander Rich Hill will start Game 4 on Tuesday. Ryu has been excellent so far this postseason and was great […]

Rhett Ellison Won't Play Thursday

New York Giants tight end Rhett Ellison (foot) is inactive on Thursday night against the Eagles. With Evan Engram (knee) out another week as well, the Giants are down to Scott Simonson and rookie Garrett Dickerson at the tight end position. Neither of them should be used as starters this week at an incredibly thin […]

Lane Johnson Active Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson (ankle) is active on Thursday night against the Giants. It's a bit of a surprise with Johnson aggravating a high ankle sprain in Week 5. With Philly's offensive line struggling a bit through the first five weeks, it's a good sign for quarterback Carson Wentz and the running game […]

Jhoulys Chacin Could Pitch In Game 1

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jhoulys Chacin, who is lined up to start Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Dodgers on Monday, could pitch in Game 1 on Friday, according to manager Craig Counsell. Gio Gonzalez is set to start on Friday, but he could be used as an opener and only […]

George Kittle, Garrett Celek, Richard Sherman Limited

San Francisco 49ers tight ends George Kittle (knee) and Garrett Celek (quadriceps) and cornerbacks Richard Sherman (calf) and Jimmie Ward (hamstring) were all limited in practice on Thursday. All should play on Monday night against the Packers. Kittle has been a top tight end this year with 23 catches on 35 targets for 399 yards […]

Darrius Heyward-Bey Missing From Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey (ankle) missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Heyward-Bey looks doubtful to play in Week 6 against the Bengals. He has yet to record a catch in 2018 and remains well off the fantasy radar.

Giovani Bernard, Tyler Kroft Out Again Thursday

Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (knee) and tight end Tyler Kroft (foot) both missed practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Neither player is expected to play in Week 6 against the Steelers, although Bernard could return in Week 7. With Bernard likely out, Joe Mixon will be a low-end RB1 in a […]

Chris Hogan Misses Practice Thursday

New England Patriots wide receiver Chris Hogan (thigh) did not practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. It's a mid-week downgrade, which usually isn't a good sign for said player's Sunday availability. Hogan was unable to take advantage of Julian Edelman's four-game suspension and has a disappointing 11 catches on 19 targets for 143 […]

Duke Johnson Frustrated With His Role

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has been frustrated with his lack of a role in the backfield through five games. Johnson led the team last year with 74 catches for 693 yards and three receiving touchdowns. He also had 82 carries for 348 yards and four more TDs. Johnson has just 10 catches for […]

Larry Fitzgerald, Jermaine Gresham Limited

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (back, hamstring) and tight end Jermaine Gresham (Achilles) were both limited in practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Fitzgerald has really seen his production dip this year with quarterbacks Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen struggling to move the ball effectively. The veteran wideout hasn't had more than […]

Dalvin Cook Returns To Full Practice

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) returned to a full practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. It looks like he's on track to return for a great matchup against the Cardinals in Week 6 after sitting out in Week 5. Cook has been a disappointment to his fantasy owners this year because […]

Matt Breida Walking Without A Limp

San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (ankle) was walking around without a noticeable limp on Thursday despite missing practice. However, both of his ankles were wrapped and he wasn't in an orthopedic boot. Breida hasn't been ruled out for Monday night against the Packers yet, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Breida will need […]

T.Y. Hilton Still Out Thursday

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (chest, hamstring) remained out of practice for the second straight day on Thursday. Hilton missed last weekend's game and is appearing doubtful for Week 6 against the Jets. With tight end Jack Doyle also unlikely to play and now Eric Ebron questionable with multiple injuries, the Colts could be […]

Jalen Ramsey, Malik Jackson Practicing Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) and defensive tackle Malik Jackson (back) both returned to practice on Thursday. Ramsey was limited while Jackson practiced in full. Both players on are on track to play in a nice matchup with the Cowboys inept passing game in Week 6. Jacksonville's defense/special teams has been a strong play […]

Ezekiel Elliott, Coley Beasley, Tavon Austin Practice In Full

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (knee) and wide receivers Cole Beasley (ankle) and Tavon Austin (shoulder) all practiced in full on Thursday. They should all be fine to suit up in a tough matchup against the Jaguars in Week 6. Elliott is really the only offensive player in Dallas worth starting in most fantasy […]

DeMarcus Lawrence Returns To Practice

Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (shoulder) returned to a limited practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Lawrence is on track to play in Week 6 against the Jaguars, where he'll be a must-start in IDP leagues. He has 22 tackles and 5.5 sacks through five games in 2018.

Broncos Supporting Vance Joseph

Denver Broncos chief executive officer Joe Ellis said the team is supporting head coach Vance Joseph as they look to turn the team around after finishing 5-11 last year. After back-to-back wins to open the season, Denver has now lost three straight and face the 5-0 Rams in Week 6. "They know the deal. They […]

Lamar Miller, Jadeveon Clowney Practice In Full

Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (chest) and defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (illness) both practiced in full on Thursday. Miller was active but didn't play last Sunday night. He should return in Week 6 against the Bills, but how much he'll be used in the game plan will be in question. Miller has yet to […]

Ravens Excited About Hayden Hurst

Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg said first-round rookie tight end Hayden Hurst is on the rise after he made his NFL debut in Week 5. "He was knocking a little bit of rust off last week, and then, man I was excited, because he practiced really well [Wednesday]," Mornhinweg said. The 25-year-old rookie had […]