Drew Smyly Throws Simulated Game

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Drew Smyly (elbow) threw 23 pitches in a simulated game on Tuesday and said he feels ready to pitch in the big leagues. The next step, however, will be up to the front office, but manager Joe Maddon is curious what the left-hander can offer the team down the stretch. The […]

Brandon Morrow Has Yet To Throw Off Mound

Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) has yet to throw off a mound. "He's still progressing. He's feeling better. I know he's optimistic about getting back and I am, too. No regression. Everything's been positive," manager Joe Maddon said. There remains no timetable for Morrow to return to his ninth-inning role, and he's running out […]

Kenley Jansen Consults With Cardiologist

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen consulted with a cardiologist on Tuesday to discuss the team's upcoming trip to Colorado this weekend. Jansen's irregular heartbeat issues arose the last time the team was in Colorado, so they may keep him away from the high elevation this time around as a precaution. No decision has been […]

Bud Norris Might Not Be Available Until Friday

St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris, who blew two games on Sunday and Monday, won't be available again until Friday, according to manager Mike Shildt. Shildt also hasn't confirmed that Norris will get the team's next save chance when he returns to action this weekend, leaving the door open for others. Norris will have to […]

Eddie Rosario Progressing

Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario (quadriceps) ran on the field and took more swings in the batting cage on Tuesday. He could hit on the field on Wednesday as he works toward playing this weekend. It looks like Rosario will be able to return to the lineup soon. The 26-year-old has been one of the […]

Shohei Ohtani To Throw Bullpen Sessions This Week

Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (back, finger, elbow) will throw a light bullpen session on Wednesday, followed by a more intense one on Friday. If he comes out of those sessions OK, Ohtani will likely make his next scheduled start on Sunday against the White Sox. The Japanese right-hander […]

Jarrod Dyson Suffers Setback

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson (groin) had some pain during his rehab outing and will now visit with doctors. Manager Torey Lovullo said no new scans are being done on Dyson, though. With time running out in the regular season, Dyson may not be able to make it back to the Snakes as they fight […]

Zack Godley, Robbie Ray Flopped In Rotation

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray will be moved back to start on Sunday against the Braves, with Zack Godley going Monday against the Rockies in Colorado, according to manager Torey Lovullo. Both matchups are tough ones, but Ray going against the Braves is much safer. Godley was put on the paternity list on Tuesday […]

Jets Visited With Connor Cook

The New York Jets had a visit with free-agent quarterback Connor Cook on Tuesday, according to a source. However, the team ended up signing Webb to their practice squad. Cook was cut by the Raiders over the weekend and should wind up on another team's roster before long.

Ronald Jones II Listed Third On Depth Chart

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Ronald Jones II is listed as third on the running back depth chart to open the regular season behind starter Peyton Barber and Jacquizz Rodgers. It speaks to how bad of a training camp and preseason the rookie Jones had, but head coach Dirk Koetter believes Jones knows the […]

David Price, Chris Sale To Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher David Price (wrist) will start against the Astros on Friday. Starter Chris Sale (shoulder) is expected to be "the opener" at some point during the weekend as well. Price has been great for fantasy owners this year and should be returned to starting lineups despite the tough matchup. Sale, who […]

Hector Velazquez To Start Wednesday

Boston Red Sox pitcher Hector Velazquez will start on Wednesday against the Braves. Velazquez hasn't been bad this year, going 7-2 with a 3.24 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 46 strikeouts in 72 1/3 innings over 39 outings (six starts), but he hasn't started since Aug. 24 and will be facing a tough Braves lineup. The […]

Gio Gonzalez To Make Brewers Debut Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez will make his first start with the team on Saturday against the Giants. Junior Guerra will move to the bullpen as a result. Gonzalez struggled for any kind of consistency with the Nats this year over 27 starts, going 7-11 with a 4.57 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 126 strikeouts […]

Yasiel Puig To Serve Two-Game Suspension

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig will begin serving his two-game suspension on Tuesday for his actions during a benches-clearing brawl with the Giants on Aug. 14. Make sure Puig is out of your lineups for the next two days. He'll be eligible to return on Friday on the road against the Rockies. The Cuban […]

Alfred Morris, Matt Breida To Share Workload

San Francisco 49ers running backs Alfred Morris and Matt Breida are expected to share the workload with Jerick McKinnon (knee) out for the season. The 29-year-old Morris is a tough inside runner and gained nearly 2,900 yards and 20 touchdowns under head coach Kyle Shanahan in two seasons. Breida is 23 and averaged 4.4 yards […]

Jefry Rodriguez Being Moved To Bullpen

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said that starting pitcher Jefry Rodriguez will be moved to the bullpen for the rest of the year to limit his innings. Rodriguez was 2-2 with a 5.58 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and weak 6.2 K/9 in nine outings (seven starts) over 40 1/3 innings this year with the Nats, so […]

Joe Ross To Make Season Debut Friday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Joe Ross will make his season debut against the Cubs on Friday, according to manager Dave Martinez. Ross was just activated off the disabled list on Tuesday after making his way back from Tommy John surgery. The younger brother of Tyson Ross has swing-and-miss stuff and can be useful in deep […]

Victor Robles' Playing Time Will Depend On Matchups

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said he wants to see outfield prospect Victor Robles, who was called up on Tuesday, play alongside phenom Juan Soto. However, Martinez cautioned that Robles' playing time will depend on matchups and when he wants to give other outfielders some rest. The talented 21-year-old missed a lot of time in […]

Elias Diaz Might Not Play Again This Year

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said he's unsure if catcher Elias Diaz (hamstring) will play again this year. Ryan Lavarnway was called up from the minors on Tuesday, and he and Jacob Stallings could back up Francisco Cervelli if Diaz is indeed done for the rest of the year. If that's the case, Diaz would […]

J.P. Crawford Called Up

The Philadelphia Phillies called up shortstop J.P. Crawford from the minors on Tuesday. With Maikel Franco (hand) injured, Crawford could split time with Scott Kingery at shortstop. However, Crawford probably won't be of much use to fantasy owners, even in deeper leagues. He's batting just .194/.312/.333 with two home runs and eight RBI in 93 […]

Bartolo Colon To Start Wednesday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Bartolo Colon will start Wednesday against the Angels. Big Sexy will be making his first start since coming off the disabled list over the weekend. If that wasn't enough reason to avoid him, the 45-year-old hurler is 7-11 on the year with a 5.45 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and terrible 5.0 K/9 […]

Curtis Samuel Likely To Miss Week 1

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel (heart) underwent a small procedure to fix an irregular heartbeat and is likely to miss Week 1 against the Cowboys, according to a source. Samuel had been buried on the depth chart anyway, so he wasn't a fantasy option to begin with, especially with rookie DJ Moore expected to […]

DeVante Parker Uncertain For Start Of Season

While Miami Dolphins wide receiver Devante Parker (finger) has been feeling substantially better, there remains uncertainty as to whether he will be ready for the first or second week of the season, according to a source. Parker has been out the last three weeks with a broken middle finger. He was seen in the locker […]

Chris Godwin, DeSean Jackson Listed As Starters

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receivers Chris Godwin and DeSean Jackson are listed as starters opposite Mike Evans on the team's first regular season depth chart. The coaches have been saying that Godwin is a starter most of the offseason and throughout training camp. Godwin came on strong last year and finished with 34 catches for […]

Maikel Franco To Undergo MRI

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Maikel Franco (hand) is expected to undergo an MRI exam in the next day or two, as his hand is still sore and swollen. Franco won't play on Tuesday and could be out for a while, depending on the MRI results. Asdrubal Cabrera will continue to play third base with Scott […]

Pirates Call Up Kevin Kramer

The Pittsburgh Pirates called up infield prospect Kevin Kramer, among others, from Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday. Kramer, the team's No. 7 prospect, is really the only notable name among the handful of players added to the roster Tuesday. He hit .311/.365/.492 with 15 home runs, 59 RBI and 13 steals in 129 games with Indy […]

Jay Ajayi Practices In Full Tuesday

Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (foot) practiced in full on Tuesday after being limited on Monday. He sat out the last two weeks of the preseason with a foot injury, but the team was just playing it cautious and he is expected to have a full workload in the season […]

Martin Prado's Season Is Over

The Miami Marlins placed third baseman Martin Prado (abdomen) on the 60-day disabled list on Tuesday, ending his season. The 34-year-old hit .244 with one homer and 18 RBI in just 54 games for the Fish this year. His days of being fantasy relevant are over. Miguel Rojas is likely to play the hot corner […]

Padres Calling Up Francisco Mejia

The San Diego Padres are calling up catching prospect Francisco Mejia on Tuesday, according to a source. Mejia, the team's No. 3 prospect, was acquired from the Indians in July in the deal that involved relief pitcher Brad Hand. Mejia has hit well with Triple-A El Paso, batting .328 with seven home runs and 23 […]

Abiatal Avelino Being Called Up

The San Francisco Giants will call up infield prospect Abiatal Avelino from the minors on Tuesday. Avelino was acquired from the Yankees in the Andrew McCutchen deal. The 23-year-old hit .283/.329/.438 with 15 home runs, 67 RBI and 27 stolen bases in 126 games between Double-A Trenton, Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and Triple-A Sacramento (Giants) this year. […]