Bears, Shemar Turner Agree to Terms on Rookie Deal

The Chicago Bears and second-round defensive tackle Shemar Turner agreed to terms on his four-year rookie deal on Thursday, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The Bears took Turner with the 62nd overall pick in April's NFL draft after he had an impressive career at Texas A&M. The 22-year-old interior defensive lineman had 22.5 […]

Charlie Morton has Become Attractive Trade Chip

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal writes that Baltimore Orioles veteran right-hander Charlie Morton, who is on an expiring contract, has become an attractive trade chip as the July 31 deadline nears. Morton, 41, had a 10.89 ERA after his first five starts this year, but he's turned things around and has posted a 3.05 ERA in […]

Orioles Unlikely to Trade Trevor Rogers, Felix Bautista

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reports that it's unlikely that either left-hander Trevor Rogers or closer Felix Bautista will be traded at this year's deadline, according to a source briefed on the team's plans. The Orioles are listening on Rogers, but he's under control for one more season, and the Orioles plan on contending in 2026. […]

Dodgers Expected to Pursue Bullpen Help

Despite spending a combined $107 million in free agency on relievers Tanner Scott, Blake Treinen (forearm) and Kirby Yates, the Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to pursue bullpen help at the trade deadline this summer, according to sources briefed on their plans. Scott has allowed eight home runs and has a 4.09 ERA after allowing […]

Rob Brantly Outrighted to Triple-A

Miami Marlins catcher Rob Brantly cleared waivers after being designated for assignment and was outrighted to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. Brantly will remain in the organization after missing almost three months earlier this season with a strained right lat and a knee injury. The 36-year-old veteran backstop only played in three games […]

Connor Norby Undergoes Surgery, Expected to Miss 6-8 Weeks

Miami Marlins third baseman Connor Norby (hand) had surgery to fix a broken hamate bone in his left hand on Wednesday in Arizona, according to Craig Mish of Sports Grid. Norby is expected to miss six to eight weeks. The 25-year-old won't be able to return until at least late August, leaving him little time […]

Marlins Acquire Michael Petersen From Atlanta, Move Jesus Tinoco to 60-Day IL

The Miami Marlins announced on Wednesday that they acquired right-hander Michael Petersen from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations and optioned him to Triple-A Jacksonville. In a corresponding move, the team transferred right-hander Jesus Tinoco (forearm) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL. Petersen made four relief appearances for the Braves […]

Emery Jones to Start Training Camp on NFI List

Baltimore Ravens rookie third-round offensive tackle Emery Jones (shoulder) will start training camp this summer on the Non-Football Injury list as he rehabs from shoulder surgery, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. It shouldn't come as a surprise after head coach John Harbaugh said last month that Jones wouldn't be ready for the start […]

Von Miller Signs With Commanders

Eight-time Pro Bowl outside linebacker Von Miller is signing an undisclosed deal with the Washington Commanders on Wednesday, sources tell NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Miller has already won two Super Bowl rings with the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams and will now try for his third ring with an up-and-coming team that was one […]

Alfred Collins Agrees to Four-Year Rookie Deal

The San Francisco 49ers and second-round rookie defensive tackle Alfred Collins (calf) agreed to a four-year, $10.3 million deal that includes over $9 million guaranteed, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The No. 43 overall selection in April signing his rookie deal is now expected to trigger multiple second-round signings. Until now, 30 of the 32 […]

Blake Treinen Makes Another Rehab Appearance

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Blake Treienen (forearm) made his third minor-league rehab appearance on Tuesday in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League and allowed a solo home run while walking none and striking out one in his inning of work. In his three innings on the farm during his rehab assignment, the 36-year-old veteran hurler […]

Tarik Skubal to Make First Start of Second Half on Sunday

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal will make his first start of the second half of the season this Sunday in the series finale on the road against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park, per the Detroit News' Chris McCosky. Right-hander Reese Olson will kick off the second half in Friday's series opener in Texas, […]

Jacob deGrom to Get Some Extra Rest to Open Second Half

The Texas Rangers will open the second half of the season this Friday at Globe Life Park against the visiting Detroit Tigers with left-hander Patrick Corbin on the mound, per Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News. Corbin will be followed by rookie right-hander Kumar Rocker on Saturday and righty Nathan Eovaldi for the series […]

Clarke Schmidt has Successful Tommy John Surgery

New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt (elbow) said that he had successful Tommy John surgery last Friday, per the New York Daily News' Gary Phillips. Phillips also writes that manager Aaron Boone was unsure if Schmidt have an internal-brace procedure, which could potentially allow the 29-year-old to return sooner than later late in the 2026 […]

Jake Burger Goes on 10-Day Injured List With Quad Strain

The Texas Rangers placed first baseman Jake Burger (quadriceps) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to July 13) with a left-quadriceps strain. Burger injured his quad muscle last Friday and was forced to sit out the final two games of the first half of the season. The 29-year-old right-handed slugger will now be forced to […]

Elerson Smith Retires From Football

The Cleveland Browns announced on Wednesday that they placed defensive end Elerson Smith on the Reserve/Retired list. Smith was originally a fourth-round selection (116th overall) by the New York Giants in the 2021 NFL draft out of Northern Iowa. The 26-year-old defensive lineman spent the first two years of his career in the Big Apple […]

Chiefs Waive Justyn Ross

The Kansas City Chiefs waived former Clemson standout wide receiver Justyn Ross on Wednesday, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. After not making the 53-man roster out of training camp last summer, Ross returned to KC's practice squad but only ended up playing in two regular-season games while failing to catch his only […]

Chargers Hope to Get Tre Harris on the Field Soon

Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Tre Harris is one of 30 unsigned second-round rookies, but general manager Joe Hortiz is hoping that the team can get things settled soon in order to get him back onto the practice field with training camp starting this week. "I wish I could put a crystal ball on […]

Najee Harris Likely to Begin Training Camp on NFI List

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz said that running back Najee Harris (eye) will likely begin training camp this week on the Non-Football Injury list, according to The Athletic's Daniel Popper. Harris suffered a superficial eye injury during a fireworks mishap on the Fourth of July but he will report to the team's facilities […]

Aaron Sanchez Attempting a Comeback

Former All-Star starting pitcher Aaron Sanchez is attempting to make a comeback after last pitching in the big leagues in 2022 with the Washington Nationals and Minnesota Twins, where he went a combined 3-4 with a 6.60 ERA and 1.55 WHIP while striking out 41 and walking 15 in 60 innings over 15 appearances (10 […]

Orioles Claim Elvin Rodriguez Off Waivers From Brewers

The Baltimore Orioles announced on Wednesday that they claimed right-hander Elvin Rodriguez off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers and optioned him to Triple-A Norfolk, according to Jake Rill of MLB.com. Rodriguez returned to the big leagues this year with Milwaukee after spending most of 2023 and all of 2024 in Japan. The 27-year-old Dominican hurler […]

Pirates Acquire Cam Devanney From Royals

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired infielder Cam Devanney from the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday in exchange for veteran infielder/outfielder Adam Frazier, the Pirates announced. The Pirates have optioned Devanney to Triple-A Indianapolis, where he'll serve as middle-infield depth. The 28-year-old former 15th-round selection in 2019 out of Elon University by the Milwaukee Brewers has the […]

Travis Bazzana Expected to Rejoin Double-A on Friday

Cleveland Guardians second base prospect Travis Bazzana (oblique) is scheduled to be activated off the minor-league injured list to rejoin Double-A Akron when the team resumes play in the second half of the season on Friday at Double-A Altoona, according to Guardians Prospective. Bazzana, the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, has been on the […]

Aaron Ashby Back From Paternity List

The Milwaukee Brewers reinstated left-hander Aaron Ashby from the paternity list back on Monday and optioned right-hander Easton McGee to Triple-A Nashville in a corresponding move. Ashby was away from the team for the birth of his child for the final three games of the first half of the season last weekend, but he's now […]

Sal Frelick Dealing With Grade 1 Hamstring Strain, TBD for Start of Second Half

Milwaukee Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 hamstring strain, and his status for Friday's series opener at Dodger Stadium against the Los Angeles Dodgers is to be determined, according to MLB.com's Adam McCalvy. The Brewers will monitor Frelick's progress the next few days before deciding if he needs […]

Phillies Set Rotation Following Break; Taijuan Walker to Make Another Start

The Philadelphia Phillies have set their starting rotation for this weekend coming out of the All-Star break, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Left-hander Jesus Luzardo will get the nod for Friday's series opener at Citizens Bank Park against the visiting Los Angeles Angels. He will be following by right-hander Taijuan Walker on Saturday and […]

Chris Sale Plays Catch

Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports that Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale (ribs) played catch on Tuesday. Sale isn't eligible to come off the 60-day injured list until after Aug. 19, but he's at least making progress toward an eventual return to the team's starting rotation later this season. Tuesday was the first time that last […]

Kurtis Rourke Starting Training Camp on NFI List

San Francisco 49ers rookie seventh-round quarterback Kurtis Rourke (knee) will begin training camp this summer on the Non-Football Injury list after the team's rookies reported to camp on Tuesday. In addition, second-round rookie defensive tackle Alfred Collins has yet to report while being one of the many second-round picks this year that have yet to […]

Micah Parsons Not Worried About Extension Talks

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons is not worried about a contract extension and knows he will get his money eventually. It's why Parsons showed up during the offseason program while still in discussions with the front office about a long-term extension. "I just work harder. Like, to me, I look at it like if […]

Broncos Agree to Terms With Jahdae Barron on Rookie Deal

The Denver Broncos and first-round cornerback Jahdae Barron agreed to terms on a rookie contract on Wednesday, sources informed of the deal told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Now that Barron has been signed, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart is the only first-rounder from April's draft that has yet to sign. Second-round running back RJ […]