George Springer Hitting In The Cages

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (thumb), who is eligible to come off the disabled list on Thursday, has been hitting in the batting cages. "Monday, Tuesday we'll start to get a little more aggressive with his BP and target the end of the week," manager A.J. Hinch said. If he avoids any setbacks, Springer could […]

Redskins Not Planning To Add Another Running Back

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden said the team isn't planning to add another running back after rookie Derrius Guice's (knee) season-ending injury. “We have guys here that can play. We drafted Derrius because he was the best player we thought at the time of the draft... not because we weren’t satisfied with the backs […]

Antonio Brown Returns To Practice

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (quadriceps) returned to practice on Saturday after missing practices last week and the team's first preseason game. Brown looked fine during individual drills, according to reporters on scene. The Steelers could continue to play it safe with Brown and hold him out of the second preseason game. This is […]

David Wright To Begin Rehab Assignment Sunday

New York Mets third baseman David Wright (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with Single-A St. Lucie on Sunday and will play five innings at third base. He last appeared in a minor league game on Aug. 26 of 2017. It was even longer since he played in the bigs, last appearing in May of […]

Yairo Munoz Placed On DL

The St. Louis Cardinals placed infielder Yairo Munoz (wrist) on the 10-day disabled list on Saturday with a right wrist sprain and recalled infielder Patrick Wisdom from Triple-A Memphis in a corresponding move. Also, reliever Luke Gregerson (shoulder) was moved to the 60-day DL. Munoz had proved capable as a utility infielder and outfielder, with […]

Erasmo Ramirez To Start Sunday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Erasmo Ramirez (shoulder) will be activated from the disabled list and start on Sunday against the Astros. Ramirez is taking the rotation spot of Felix Hernandez, who was demoted to the bullpen for the first time in his career. The soft-tossing right-hander hasn't made a start since April 27, so it'd […]

John Hicks To See A Specialist

Detroit Tigers catcher/first baseman John Hicks (groin) will visit with a core muscle specialist, Dr. William Meyers, on Wednesday and undergo another MRI exam. There is no timetable for Hicks' return, so he should be left on the waiver wire in most mixed leagues. He was hitting .260 with nine home runs and 32 RBI […]

Michael Fulmer To Throw Bullpen Sunday

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Fulmer (oblique) is scheduled to throw a 50-pitch bullpen session on Sunday. Fulmer is progressing slowly from his oblique injury and hasn't pitched in a game since July 14 against the Astros. The Tigers are bringing him along slowly, so don't expect to see him back in the rotation until […]

Wilson Ramos To Begin Rehab Assignment Saturday

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Wilson Ramos (hamstring) is scheduled to start his rehab assignment with Single-A Clearwater on Saturday. Ramos has yet to play a game for the Phillies after being acquired at the trade deadline. He was hitting a nice .297 with 14 home runs and 53 RBI with the Rays in 78 games, and […]

Deonte Thompson Could Win Final Roster Spot

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Deonte Thompson has a slight advantage for one of the final roster spots. The Cowboys are expected to keep just six receivers, with Allen Hurns, Cole Beasley, Tavon Austin, Terrance Williams and rookie Michael Gallup all virtual locks. Thompson will still need a strong finish to training camp, but he's missed […]

Nick Foles Will Be Limited Saturday

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said that quarterback Nick Foles (neck), will practice on a limited basis on Saturday. Foles is dealing with some minor spasms in his neck, but he should be fine. He won the Super Bowl MVP in improbable fashion last year and has proven he's the league's best insurance policy […]

Hector Velazquez Expected To Start Game 2

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that it's his intent to start pitcher Hector Velazquez in Game 2 against the Orioles on Saturday. However, he could pitch in Game 1 in relief if he's needed. Velazquez has been solid for the Red Sox, mostly in relief, with a 2.64 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 36 […]

Ty Blach To Start Saturday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ty Blach will start against the Pirates on Saturday. The left-hander's most recent start in the big leagues came way back on May 27 against the Cubs when he allowed seven hits and five earned runs in three innings. In his 12 starts to open the year, Blach went 6-6 […]

Delino DeShields On Track To Return Sunday

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (head) is hoping to return from the disabled list on Sunday once he passes the concussion procedures. "Everything is good," said DeShields, 25. "They said it could have been triggered by different things, maybe allergies. Maybe it was banging my head in the game, but they don't think it was […]

Nomar Mazara Won't Return Until Next Week

Texas Rangers outfielder Nomar Mazara (thumb) will not come off the disabled list until sometime next week, and his rehab plan could last through Thursday. He went 1-for-2 with a single and a strikeout in five innings in right field for Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday. Mazara has been out since July 14. He's useful […]

C.J. Prosise Dealing With Injury

Seattle Seahawks running back C.J. Prosise (hip) was held out of the preseason opener on Thursday with what general manager John Schneider called "a little hip thing." Head coach Pete Carroll made it sound like Prosise will be fine in the long run. "His groin -- check that -- his hip flexor just kind of […]

George Springer Unsure When He'll Swing

Houston Astros outfielder George Springer (thumb), who has his wrist in a bulky brace, said he's unsure when he'll resume swinging a bat. At this rate it doesn't look like Springer will be back from the disabled list when he's eligible. He hasn't been as good as last year but is still hitting .250 with […]

Edwin Encarnacion Going For Tests On Biceps

Cleveland Indians designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (biceps) will have tests on his left biceps on Saturday after leaving the game early Friday after one plate appearance, according to manager Terry Francona. "He's been overcompensating because of the bruise on his right hand," said Francona. "We just didn't want him take one swing and you can't […]

Nolan Arenado To Be Re-Evaluated Saturday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (shoulder), who said he's been bothered by his right shoulder for weeks, will be re-evaluated on Saturday. He dealt with pain following a double play in the fourth inning and was removed as a precaution. It doesn't sound like a very serious injury, but the Rockies could play it […]

Jake Marisnick Leaves With Groin Pain

Houston Astros outfielder Jake Marisnick (groin) left the game early on Friday with left groin discomfort. Marisnick had a double in three plate appearances before leaving with what could be a pretty serious injury. He's hitting just .217 with nine home runs, 23 RBI and four steals on the year and would be losing significant […]

Jean Segura Hit In Wrist By Pitch

Seattle Mariners shortstop Jean Segura (wrist) underwent X-rays on his left wrist after he was hit by a pitch in the eighth inning on Friday. The X-rays came back negative, but he was wearing a large ice wrap and will see how he feels on Saturday. Segura was hitless in four plate appearances on Friday […]

Josh Allen Sees Time With First-Team Offense

Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Josh Allen mixed in with the first-team offense at practice on Friday, which is the first time he's been with that group in the last week. AJ McCarron is still at the top of the depth chart and is the favorite to start in Week 1, but Allen has the opportunity […]

Richard Sherman Could Return In Week 3 Of Preseason

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said that cornerback Richard Sherman (hamstring) will likely be healthy enough to play in Week 3 of the preseason after injuring his hamstring in practice last week. The veteran probably doesn't need many preseason repetitions to begin with, but he should be fine in plenty of time for […]

George Kittle To Miss Rest Of Preseason

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (shoulder) avoided any structural damage with his shoulder injury, but head coach Kyle Shanahan said that Kittle will miss the rest of the preseason. Kittle should be fine for Week 1, but he'll be missing valuable game repetitions with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. Kittle remains an intriguing TE2 with […]

Isaiah Crowell Leaves Friday With Head Injury

New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell (head) left in the first quarter of the first preseason game on Friday against the Falcons after being evaluated for a head injury. Crowell left the game immediately after a touchdown and was checked in the sideline medical tent before leaving the field. He was likely being evaluated […]

Yairo Munoz Suffers Sprained Wrist

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Yairo Munoz (wrist) suffered a sprained right wrist on Friday. Munoz was hitless in two plate appearances before departing. This could be serious enough to send him to the disabled list. He is hitting .284 on the year with six home runs, 31 RBI and five stolen bases in 230 plate […]

Brandon Belt Starting Rehab Assignment Saturday

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) will start his rehab assignment with Triple-A Sacramento on Saturday. Belt could rejoin the team sometime next week if he can avoid setbacks with his hyperextended/bruised knee. The 30-year-old has been pretty solid for fantasy owners this year with a .278/.372/.470 slash line, 14 home runs, 43 […]

Nolan Arenado Injured Friday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (shoulder) was taken out for "precautionary" reasons on Friday after he "tweaked his shoulder" on a double play. Arenado was hitless in two plate appearances with a strikeout before leaving the game. It doesn't seem like a serious injury, so consider him day-to-day for now. He's hitting a healthy […]

Angels Expect Mike Trout To Return Thursday

Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the team expects outfielder Mike Trout (wrist) to return from the disabled list when he's first eligible next Thursday against the Rangers. Trout hasn't played since last Wednesday, so the Angels finally made the decision to put him on the DL. He won't be out too long, though, […]

Robert Turbin Week-To-Week

Indianapolis Colts running back Robert Turbin (ankle) is week-to-week with an ankle injury, according to head coach Frank Reich. The Colts were hit hard by injuries in the preseason opener on Thursday, as they lost rookie wideout Deon Cain for the season with a knee injury, and Marlon Mack (hamstring) is also week-to-week. Turbin will […]