Ben Zobrist Feeling Better After Game

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon said second baseman/outfielder Ben Zobrist (hip) was feeling better by the end of the game on Tuesday, and the manager is optimistic that Zobrist can play Wednesday. Zobrist managed a double, run scored and RBI in three plate appearances before leaving the game as a precaution. Don't be surprised if […]

Marcus Stroman Suffers Injury Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (finger) was removed from his start on Tuesday with a right middle finger blister. The injury puts a sour note on an otherwise great night for Stroman, as he held the first-place Red Sox to just two hits and an unearned run while walking three and striking out […]

Ben Zobrist Leaves With Tight Hip

Chicago Cubs utility player Ben Zobrist (hip) left the game early as a precaution with left hip tightness on Tuesday. Zobrist had a double, run scored and RBI in three plate appearances before his departure. It sounds like a minor injury, so consider him day-to-day for now. Zobrist has just eight homers and 54 RBI […]

Aaron Rodgers Frustrated With Young Receivers

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers grew frustrated with his young receivers and their effort level while running the scout team on Tuesday. "It was one of the worst cards sessions we've had," Rodgers said. "I don't know how you can make it any simpler. You literally have what the play would be in our […]

Aaron Judge Won't Swing Until He's Pain-Free

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (wrist) has yet to swing a bat since being hit by a pitch on July 26 and will not resume swinging until he is pain-free, according to manager Aaron Boone. Judge has been throwing up to five feet. "The pain has to be all the way out of there," […]

Lourdes Gurriel Works Out Tuesday

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Lourdes Gurriel (knee, ankle), who was hurt on a takeout slide 10 days ago, took ground balls Tuesday and has been taking swings in the cages. He's expected to be out anywhere from two to six weeks. His injury was a real bummer for fantasy owners, as Gurriel was in the middle […]

Kris Bryant Plays Catch Tuesday

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (shoulder) played catch on the field before the game Tuesday, but he hasn't swung a bat since July 23, the last time he felt pain in his left shoulder. Multiple MRI exams have shown no structural damage, but it's a slow process for him to rebuild strength. "I trust […]

Sean Rodriguez Heading To DL

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed infielder/outfielder Sean Rodriguez (abdomen) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday with a strained left abdomen. In a corresponding move, the team added shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria to the 25-man roster. It's unclear how long S-Rod will be out, but he wasn't helping fantasy owners at all this year with a .163/.276/.313 […]

Nick Tropeano Placed On DL

The Los Angeles Angels placed starting pitcher Nick Tropeano (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday with right shoulder inflammation. Reliever Williams Jerez was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake in a corresponding move. It's Tropeano's third trip to the DL with shoulder-related issues. He's been nothing to write home about when healthy, going 5-6 […]

More On Antonio Callaway's Legal Issues

Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver Antonio Callaway, who was cited for marijuana possession and a suspended license on Sunday, recently had his car shipped to Ohio from Florida and hadn't used it in a while, according to a league source. Others had used his car recently and Callaway agreed to let police search his vehicle […]

Albert Wilson Showing Versatility

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson provides the team with a rare mix of versatility and speed. The plan that head coach Adam Gase has for Wilson includes moving him all over the field -- on the boundary, in the slot and even at running back. Wilson has been involved in several gimmicky plays in […]

Shohei Ohtani To Throw Bullpen Saturday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (elbow) will throw a bullpen session on Saturday, according to manager Mike Scioscia. Ohtani is making progress after suffering a partially torn UCL in his right elbow. It's possible that he could make some more starts next month, but he can't afford any setbacks in his recovery. […]

Ezekiel Ansah Won't Be Held Back

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia said he won't be holding defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (hamstring) back during the preseason. The oft-injured defender made it through his first practice of training camp on Monday without setbacks. Ansah can be a difference maker for the Lions and IDP gamers, but he's missed time the last two […]

LeGarrette Blount Expected To Be Short-Yardage Back

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount, who had a career-high 18 touchdowns with the Patriots in 2016, is expected to be the team's short-yardage/goal-line back in 2018. However, he converted just eight of 15 runs (53 percent) with one yard to go for the Eagles last season. Rookie running back Kerryon Johnson scored the only […]

Mike Fiers To Make A's Debut Wednesday

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Mike Fiers will make his debut with the team and start against the Dodgers on Wednesday. Fiers pitched respectably for a bad Tigers team, going 7-6 with a 3.48 ERA and 1.24 WHIP, but he struck out 6.6 hitters per nine innings over 21 starts. He once threw a one-hitter against […]

Robinson Cano Singles In Second Rehab Game

Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano went 1-for-4 with a single and a run scored as the designated hitter for Triple-A Tacoma in his second rehab game on Tuesday. He is 2-for-7 with a walk and two singles in his two rehab games. Cano is close to a return from his long suspension, but he's […]

J.P. Crawford Could Return This Weekend

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop J.P. Crawford (hand) could return to the team by this weekend. Crawford has been out since June 19. He was batting an ugly .194/.312/.333 with two home runs and eight RBI in 93 at-bats before his injury, so there's no guarantee he'll see enough playing time to be relevant in mixed leagues […]

Dylan Cozens Optioned

The Philadelphia Phillies optioned outfielder Dylan Cozens to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday and recalled pitcher Enyel De Los Santos in a corresponding move. Cozens had just two hits (one homer) and 14 strikeouts in 20 at-bats in his first taste of the big leagues. He's likely to be back up as outfield depth when […]

Patriots Release Jordan Matthews Tuesday

The New England Patriots released wide receiver Jordan Matthews (hamstring) from Injured Reserve on Tuesday with an injury settlement. Matthews played in just 10 games (25 catches, 282 yards, one touchdown) with Buffalo last year and is now free to sign with any team. He's unlikely to garner much interest until he's past his serious […]

Craig Gentry Starting Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Craig Gentry (rib) will begin his rehab assignment with Double-A Bowie on Tuesday. Gentry has been out since June 23 and is hitting only .244/.306/.301 with no home runs, eight RBI and 10 stolen bases in 59 games. He could see regular playing time when he returns, but he's only an option […]

Brett Kennedy Coming Up To Join Rotation

The San Diego Padres have purchased the contract of starting pitcher Brett Kennedy from the minors. He will take the spot of Tyson Ross, who was claimed off waivers by the Cardinals, and make his major league debut in a start against the Brewers on Wednesday. The right-hander deserved the promotion, going 10-0 with a […]

Joey Bosa's Injury Not Serious

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa's (foot) left foot injury is believed to be "nothing serious," according to a source with knowledge of the injury. Chargers fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Bosa's injury scare. In a full season in his second year, Bosa blossomed with 70 tackles, 12.5 sacks and four […]

Eduardo Rodriguez To Throw BP Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (ankle) will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday and is scheduled for live batting practice on Friday. E-Rod last pitched on July 14, so he'll probably need a rehab start or two before returning. He's been a big asset to Boston's rotation this year, going 11-3 with a […]

Chris Sale Scheduled To Return Sunday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (shoulder) is scheduled to return from the disabled list on Sunday to face the Orioles. Sale will miss minimal time and will return to one of the best matchups he could have. He's a no-brainer must-start in his first start off the DL.

Carson Wentz Unlikely To Play At All In Preseason

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) did full-team drills on July 26 and 28 but hasn't participated since then. He's eight months removed from his knee injury last year but has been limited to seven-on-seven drills since his last day of full team drills. “It’s frustrating,” Wentz said after practice Tuesday. “Obviously, getting a chance […]

Chase d'Arnaud Leaves Game Early Tuesday

San Francisco Giants infielder Chase D'Arnaud (knee) left the game early on Tuesday after fouling a ball off his knee. He had a hit and an RBI before leaving. d'Arnaud is batting .269 on the season with three home runs and eight RBI in just 55 plate appearances as a utility bat for the Giants.

Max Fried Placed On DL

The Atlanta Braves placed starting pitcher Max Fried (groin) on the 10-day disabled list on Tuesday with a left groin strain. Reliever Shane Carle (shoulder) was also put on the DL with right shoulder inflammation, while pitchers Adam McCreery and Wes Parsons were called up from Triple-A Gwinnett. Fried took a comebacker to his midsection […]

Aaron Sanchez To Make Rehab Outing Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Aaron Sanchez (finger) is scheduled to make a rehab outing with the Gulf Coast Blue Jays on Thursday and is scheduled to throw 55 to 60 pitches. Manager John Gibbons thinks Sanchez will need two to three rehab outings before returning to the rotation. Sanchez has been out since June […]

Delino DeShields Running On Treadmill

Texas Rangers outfielder Delino DeShields (head) was told by a concussion specialist that he most likely had a migraine issue or a virus and not a concussion. He started running on a treadmill on Tuesday, but he must pass the concussion protocol before being activated from the disabled list when he's eligible on Sunday. DeShields […]

Tom Murphy Optioned Tuesday

Colorado Rockies catcher Tom Murphy was optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday. Murphy has been a disappointment with the bat to the tune of a .227/.253/.398 slash line with two homers and 11 RBI in 31 games. Chris Iannetta and Tony Wolters will go back to splitting time behind the plate for Colorado.