Jeremy Hellickson Throws Bullpen Wednesday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jeremy Hellickson (wrist) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Wednesday and said he felt good. However, he only used fastballs and changeups because he can't quite snap off a curveball yet. The veteran right-hander has been out since Aug. 15. While he typically doesn't pitch deep into games or strike out […]

Ross Stripling To Throw Bullpen Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Ross Stripling (back) had a "great" day while throwing on flat ground on Wednesday, and he's scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Thursday. Stripling is slowly working his way back, but it's unclear if he'll return to the rotation or the bullpen when he's fully healthy. On the season, […]

Bryce Harper Out With Illness

Updating a previous report, Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper (illness) is out of the lineup on Wednesday with a bad cough. He also left the game early on Tuesday. Michael A. Taylor draws the start in center field and will hit eighth against Phillies starter Jake Arrieta. Taylor has an intriguing power/speed combination, but his […]

Mark Trumbo To Have Knee Surgery

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Mark Trumbo (knee) will undergo season-ending knee surgery. Trumbo has been bothered by the bum knee for most of the year, leading to a .261/.313/.452 line with 17 home runs and 44 RBI in 90 games. Since his 47-homer campaign in his first year with Baltimore in 2016, Trumbo has declined in […]

Braves Acquire Lucas Duda

The Atlanta Braves acquired first baseman Lucas Duda from the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday in exchange for cash considerations. Duda has mostly been a bust for the Royals in 2018, hitting .242 with 13 home runs and 48 RBI over 86 games. With Freddie Freeman entrenched at first base for Atlanta, Duda will mainly […]

Rams Close To Aaron Donald Extension

Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead confirmed head coach Sean McVay's optimism that the team is close to reaching a long-term contract extension with defensive tackle Aaron Donald. Donald has 204 tackles, 39 sacks, nine forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in his first four seasons in the league, showing that he's one of […]

Jordy Mercer Off DL And Starting Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jordy Mercer (calf) has been activated from the disabled list on Wednesday and is in the starting lineup at shortstop while hitting eighth. With Mercer back in action, Adeiny Hechavarria will go back to a bench role. Mercer is mainly just a middle infield option in NL-only leagues, as he's hitting .262 […]

Josh Donaldson Dealing With Soreness In Legs

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (calves, legs) will not play for Single-A Dunedin on Wednesday due to soreness in his calves and legs, according to sources. Donaldson played in his first rehab game on Tuesday, so he might just be dealing with normal soreness. It's not a good look for a player that […]

Clayton Kershaw Being Pushed Back to Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw will have his next start pushed back a day to Saturday against the Diamondbacks, which will allow him to make his next start in Colorado instead of against the Mets. The Dodgers are adjusting their matchups as they see fit as they attempt to win the National League […]

Cedric Mullins Hopes To Return Friday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins (hip) hopes to return to the lineup on Friday, according to manager Buck Showalter. Mullins injured his hip last weekend and has played sparingly since. He should be fine, though, and should continue to play every day down the stretch. The 23-year-old has taken over center field duties and has […]

Josh Rogers To Make One More Start

Baltimore Orioles manager Buck Showalter said that starting pitcher Josh Rogers will make one more start before being shut down for the year. Rogers held his own in his big league debut against the Blue Jays on Tuesday, earning the win while allowing three runs in five innings. The left-hander came over from the Yankees […]

Mike Soroka Won't Pitch Again This Year

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka (shoulder) will not pitch in a game again this year, and manager Brian Snitker said the best-case scenario is that Soroka pitches in the instructional league and then has a normal offseason. Soroka is one of the team's better young pitchers, which is saying something. The right-hander went 2-1 […]

Andrew Miller Receives Cortisone Shot

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona said relief pitcher Andrew Miller (shoulder) received a cortisone shot after tests showed swelling in the left-hander's bursa sac in his left shoulder. Miller will be shut down for a few days, but the team doesn't think his injury is a serious setback. This is the southpaw's third trip to […]

Joey Votto Could Return Thursday

Cincinnati Reds manager Jim Riggleman said first baseman Joey Votto (leg) could return from the disabled list on Thursday at the earliest. Votto has been out since Aug. 15 with a leg contusion from being hit by a pitch, but he could be back this weekend. The left-handed hitter's power has been down this year […]

Aaron Nola To Start On Sunday

Philadelphia Phillies ace Aaron Nola will make the start on Sunday against the Cubs, according to manager Gabe Kapler. Nola has been one of the best starters in all of baseball this year, going 15-3 with a sparkling 2.10 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 177 strikeouts in 176 innings over 27 starts. You aren't benching Nola […]

Jose Iglesias Leaves Game Early

Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias (abdomen) left the game early on Wednesday with a lower abdominal strain. Iglesias had a single and a run scored in two plate appearances before leaving the game. This type of injury could certainly land him on the disabled list, so plan to be without him in deeper leagues. Ronny […]

Sam Darnold To Start In Week 1

With the New York Jets trading quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to the Saints on Wednesday, it has become obvious that rookie QB Sam Darnold will start in Week 1 against the Lions on Monday Night Football. The No. 3 overall pick started the last two preseason games and has looked the part by completing 64.4 percent […]

Cardinals Place Jedd Gyorko On DL

The St. Louis Cardinals placed third baseman Jedd Gyorko (groin) on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday with a left groin strain and recalled outfielder Adolis Garcia from Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move. Gyorko could return in mid-September. Infielder Patrick Wisdom could see most of the starts at third base in his absence and […]

Andrew Miller Goes Back On DL

The Cleveland Indians placed relief pitcher Andrew Miller (shoulder) on the disabled list on Wednesday with an external impingement in his left shoulder. It will be his third trip to the DL this year. Injuries have been the story of the left-hander's year, and he hasn't been as dominant as a result with a 3.38 […]

Joshua Dobbs, Landry Jones Receiving Trade Interest

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks Joshua Dobbs and Landry Jones have garnered trade interest from some teams, according to sources. Jones doesn't have much experience, however. Dobbs will start the final preseason game with the Steelers still evaluating him. Rookie quarterback Mason Rudolph is a lock for the roster and might serve as the direct backup to […]

Jeff Driskel Leading Backup Competition

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jeff Driskel appears to be the leader to become Andy Dalton's backup in 2018. That makes Matt Barkley a cut candidate this weekend. Barkley last played with the Bears in 2016 but was a disaster in seven games and was benched. The 27-year-old could latch on with another team if he's cut.

Cardale Jones Has Lost Backup Battle

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Cardale Jones has lost his backup battle with Geno Smith and is now in danger of being cut when rosters are trimmed to 53 players this Saturday. The former Buffalo Bill played in one game in 2016 and completed six of his 11 attempts with an interception. That's the extent of […]

Jeff Janis In Danger Of Being Cut

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jeff Janis is a cut candidate with rosters being trimmed down this weekend. Janis stood out in the playoffs with the Packers but has just 17 catches for 200 yards and one touchdown in the regular season in his four years in the NFL.

Brock Osweiler A Cut Candidate

Miami Dolphins quarterback Brock Osweiler is a slight underdog to David Fales for the backup role. He's a candidate to be cut when rosters are trimmed to 53 players on Saturday. Osweiler has flamed out in Houston, Cleveland and now possibly Miami. His career is running on fumes at this point.

Torrey Smith Having Rough Preseason

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith has had a rough preseason, but wide receivers coach Lance Taylor said the eight-year veteran has practiced very well. Smith caught his only target for 12 yards in the last preseason game. The Panthers are unlikely to cut him after trading for him in the offseason, but he can […]

Braxton Miller Expected To Make Team

Houston Texans wide receiver Braxton Miller, who is a converted quarterback, has been a favorite of head coach Bill O'Brien and is expected to make the final roster cut, especially with rookie Keke Coutee injured. Miller has struggled as a slot receiver, mainly due to injuries, but he should make the team. He's behind DeAndre […]

Corey Coleman Unlikely To Be Cut

There has been speculation that Buffalo Bills wide receiver Corey Coleman, who was acquired from the Browns for a 2020 seventh-round pick, might not make the 53-man roster. However, the Bills are desperate for receiver depth and are unlikely to bail on Coleman when they have few alternatives. Coleman's stock was on the decline well […]

Braves Claim Rene Rivera Off Waivers

The Atlanta Braves claimed catcher Rene Rivera off waivers from the Angels on Wednesday. Rivera will be the third catcher behind Kurt Suzuki and Tyler Flowers, so he won't see much, if any, playing time for the Braves. The 35-year-old hit .244 with four home runs and 11 RBI in 30 games with the Halos […]

James Paxton To Start Saturday

Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais said starting pitcher James Paxton (forearm) will start on Saturday in Oakland against the A's, while Felix Hernandez will take his turn on Sunday. The Mariners will be happy to get their ace back in a pivotal four-game series. Paxton only wound up missing two starts after getting drilled by […]

Charlie Morton Going On DL

Houston Astros starting pitcher Charlie Morton (shoulder) is being placed on the disabled list on Wednesday with right shoulder discomfort. However, the Astros only expect Morton to miss one start. The right-hander has allowed nine earned runs over 9 2/3 innings in his last two starts against the Mariners and A's, but otherwise he's been […]