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.

Max Fried Doubtful To Make Next Start

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (groin) is doubtful for his next start after suffering a strained groin during his start on Tuesday. Kolby Allard and Touki Toussaint could both be options for a spot start. Fried tossed two scoreless innings against the Nationals but was forced to leave after being hit by a comebacker. […]

Josh Donaldson Continues To Work Out

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (calf) continues to work out, but he has yet to resume sprinting. The team is hoping he can start sprinting soon, which would be a precursor to rehab games. Donaldson has been a major bust for fantasy owners this year, hitting just .234 with five home runs and […]

Steven Matz To Miss Another Start

New York Mets starting pitcher Steven Matz (forearm) is expected to miss another start, and Corey Oswalt will take another turn in the rotation in his place. However, the Mets are optimistic about Matz, who recently threw a bullpen. He's gone 5-9 with a 4.35 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 8.3 K/9 in 21 starts on […]

Kyle Barraclough Removed From Closer Role

Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly said that closer Kyle Barraclough will be removed from the closer's role in order to regroup. The Marlins will use a committee in the ninth inning. Barraclough has allowed 12 earned runs on 12 hits (three home runs) in his last six outings covering 4 2/3 innings, including three straight […]

Max Fried Has Groin Strain

Updating a previous report, Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (groin) left his start early on Tuesday in the first game of a doubleheader with a left groin strain after pitching just two scoreless innings. He was hit in the midsection by a comebacker and walked toward the dugout under his own power after recording […]

Taylor Gabriel's Injury Is Minor

Chicago Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel's (foot) injury is "nothing serious," according to head coach Matt Nagy. It'd be a surprise if Gabriel plays in the preseason game this week. The 27-year-old was brought in through free agency to bolster the passing game, and he brings a speed element that will mesh well with Nagy's […]

Brandon Drury Has Fractured Hand

The Toronto Blue Jays are placing infielder Brandon Drury (hand) on the 10-day disabled list after he was diagnosed with a fractured left hand. In a corresponding move, infielder Richard Urena is being recalled from the minors. Drury didn't pan out for the Yankees and had only four hits in 26 at-bats (.154) in eight […]

Joey Bosa Injured In Practice Tuesday

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (foot) injured his left foot in practice on Tuesday but was able to walk off the field under his own power. He will undergo further evaluation. Having already lost tight end Hunter Henry (knee) and cornerback Jason Verrett (Achilles) for the season, the Bolts can ill afford to […]

Chad Pinder Activated From DL, Franklin Barreto Optioned

The Oakland Athletics activated infielder Chad Pinder (elbow) from the disabled list on Tuesday. Shortstop prospect Franklin Barreto was optioned to Triple-A Nashville in a corresponding move. Pinder will return to a .259/.332/.453 line with 10 homers and 23 RBI on the season. He can be useful in AL-only leagues and DFS formats against lefties, […]

Antonio Callaway Cited For Marijuana Possession

Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver Antonio Callaway was cited for marijuana possession and driving with a suspended license on Sunday. He was also suspended in his last season in college for his involvement in a credit-card fraud case. Callaway tested positive for marijuana at the NFL combine in February. The amount of marijuana found was […]

Daniel Robertson Has Surgery Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Daniel Robertson (thumb) had surgery on Tuesday to fix a ligament tear in his left thumb. He's facing a six- to eight-week recovery timetable, which means his season is essentially over. Robertson will finish the year hitting .262/.382/.415 with nine home runs, 34 RBI, two steals and 46 runs scored in […]

Ben Roethlisberger Will Sit Out Of Preseason Game

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will sit out the team's preseason opener this Thursday against the Eagles. Head coach Mike Tomlin plans to play backup quarterbacks Landry Jones, Josh Dobbs and third-round rookie Mason Rudolph. It's not a surprise for the veteran Big Ben to sit out of preseason game. He's aging and is at […]