AJ Smith-Shawver Starting Game 1 Against Padres

Atlanta Braves right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver has been named the starter for Game 1 of the wild-card series against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Tuesday night. The Braves didn't have ideal options to choose from to start against a strong Padres offense to kick off the three-game series, as Smith-Shawver got the nod […]

Jeff McNeil To Start Ramping Up His Activities

New York Mets infielder/outfielder Jeff McNeil (wrist) will start ramping up his baseball activities soon and an improved X-ray. McNeil's availability for later in October if the Mets advance past the San Diego Padres in the wild-card round this week is questionable. The 32-year-old former National League batting champion is recovering from a fractured right […]

Kodai Senga Throws Live Batting Practice

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (calf, triceps) threw a 25-pitch live batting practice session on Monday, but there's no word on his availability for future playoff rounds. Senga is making progress, but he wasn't included on the team's roster for the wild-card series against the San Diego Padres that begins on Tuesday at Petco […]

Sean Manaea To Start Game 2 Against Brewers

New York Mets left-hander Sean Manaea will get the nod for Game 2 of the wild-card series versus the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Wednesday. Right-hander Luis Severino will kick off the three-game series on Tuesday. Manager Carlos Mendoza wouldn't commit to left-hander Jose Quintana for a potential Game 3 on Thursday, but […]

Jesse Winker Starting In Game 1 Against The Brewers

New York Mets outfielder Jesse Winker (back) was included on the team's wild-card roster this week versus the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field and he's starting in Game 1 versus right-hander Freddy Peralta on Tuesday. Winker had missed the last four regular-season games due to a back issue, but he was feeling good enough […]

Sal Frelick In Game 1 Lineup For Brewers

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (hip) was included on the team's roster for the wild-card series against the New York Mets at American Family Field this week and is starting in Game 1 on Tuesday. Manager Pat Murphy said the team will keep a close eye on Frelick, though, and if he's having trouble moving, […]

Chris Sale Officially Out For Wild-Card Series

Atlanta Braves left-hander Chris Sale (back), the favorite to win the National League Cy Young award in 2024, is officially out for the wild-card series against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park this week, as he was left off the team's playoff roster. Sale was scratched from Game 2 of the doubleheader against the […]

Albert Suarez Not Included On Wild-Card Roster

The Baltimore Orioles left right-hander Albert Suarez off the roster for the wild-card series this week against the Kansas City Royals at Camden Yards. During a three-game series, the O's won't need Suarez. But if they advance past the Royals and to the ALDS versus the division-rival New York Yankees, Suarez could be called upon […]

Ryan O'Hearn, Austin Slater Not Starting In Game 1

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan O'Hearn and outfielder Austin Slater are not included in the starting lineup for Game 1 of the wild-card series against the Kansas City Royals at Camden Yards on Tuesday. In addition, catcher James McCann will be behind the dish and will hit ninth against Royals left-hander Cole Ragans. Adley Rutschman […]

Raiders Growing Open To The Idea Of Trading Davante Adams

According to a league source with knowledge of the situation, the Las Vegas Raiders are growing open to the idea of trading wide receiver Davante Adams (hamstring). The source said the Raiders have begun reaching out to teams to gauge interest in the veteran wide receiver, who was inactive in the Week 4 win over […]

Jason Peters Expected To Sign With Seahawks

Nine-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Jason Peters is expected to sign with the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad, according to a source. The 42-year-old begins his 21st season in the NFL and his second with the Seahawks, where he appeared in eight games (two starts) last year. Peters' 2023 season in Seattle ended early due to […]

Russell Wilson To Do More Work This Week

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said the team is somewhat in the same boat still with quarterback Russell Wilson (calf) this week, although he will be doing more work in practices. According to Steelers.com's Teresa Varley, Tomlin said he's preparing for Justin Fields to make yet another start in Week 5 against the Dallas […]

Steelers Preparing To Start Justin Fields In Week 5

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said on Tuesday that he is preparing for quarterback Justin Fields to start again versus the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football in Week 5. Russell Wilson (calf) will reportedly do more in practice this week, and the Steelers are coming off their first loss of the year in […]

Jackson Holliday Not In Game 1 Lineup

Baltimore Orioles rookie infielder Jackson Holliday is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 of the wild-card series on Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals at Camden Yards with a lefty on the mound. Jordan Westburg is starting at the keystone and is hitting second, while Ramon Urias will play third base and hit […]

Jesse Winker Dealing With Back Injury; Brett Baty On Taxi Squad

New York Mets outfielder Jesse Winker (back) didn't play in the last four regular-season games and had his back taped up on Monday. If he's unavailable to play in the wild-card series this week against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, the Mets have an opening for a left-handed hitter. As such, third baseman […]

Tylor Megill Excluded From Wild-Card Roster

New York Mets right-hander Tylor Megill was excluded from the roster for the wild-card series this week against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. The Mets added right-hander Max Kranick instead. Megill tossed 100 pitches over his 5 2/3 innings during Game 1 of the doubleheader against the division-rival Atlanta Braves on Monday in […]

Hunter Renfroe Starting On Bench In Game 1 Of Wild-Card Series

Kansas City Royals outfielder Hunter Renfroe is not in the team's starting lineup for Game 1 of the wild-card series on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. With Renfroe riding pine, the Royals will roll with Tommy Pham in right field, and he will hit seventh against Orioles right-hander Corbin Burnes. Renfroe's playing […]

Vinnie Pasquantino Starting In Game 1 Against Orioles

Not only was Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (thumb) included on the team's playoff roster for the wild-card series this week, but he's serving as the designated hitter and batting third in Game 1 on Tuesday versus the Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Corbin Burnes at Camden Yards. Pasquantino was activated from the 10-day […]

Chas McCormick Rejoins Astros For Postseason

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick (hand) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and has been added to the team's roster for the wild-card series this week at Minute Maid Park against the Detroit Tigers. McCormick is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 on Tuesday, but he is back with the […]

Justin Verlander Not On Wild-Card Series Roster

The Houston Astros have left right-hander Justin Verlander off the roster for the wild-card series this week at Minute Maid Park against the Detroit Tigers. It's crazy to think that a three-time Cy Young winner won't be on the Astros' playoff roster, but considering what the 41-year-old has done this year, it doesn't come as […]

Yordan Alvarez In Lineup For Game 1 Of Wild-Card Series

Houston Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (knee) is serving as the DH and is batting second for Game 1 of the wild-card series on Tuesday against the Detroit Tigers and left-hander Tarik Skubal at Minute Maid Park. Alvarez sprained his right knee while sliding over a week ago and was forced to sit out the […]

Chaim Bloom To Take Over Baseball Operations For Cardinals In 2026

St. Louis Cardinals team owner and CEO Bill DeWitt Jr. announced on Monday that Chaim Bloom will succeed John Mozeliak as president of baseball operations following next season, and he has agreed to a five-year contract. Bloom was previously a former front-office executive with both the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox. The Cardinals […]

Giants Moving On From Farhan Zaidi, Replacing Him With Buster Posey

The San Francisco Giants replaced president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi on Monday after six underwhelming seasons with the organization. Franchise legend and part owner Buster Posey has been named as Zaidi's replacement, with Bob Melvin expected to return as the manager in 2025. Zaidi fell short of the playoffs for the third straight year […]

Pete Rose Dies On Monday

Pete Rose, baseball's all-time career hits leader, died at 83 years of age on Monday. Rose is the most controversial figure in baseball history and was excluded from the Hall of Fame by gambling on the game. Charlie Hustle was loved for old-school style of play. The switch-hitter made 17 All-Star teams in his MLB […]

Ian Anderson, AJ Smith-Shawver, Bryce Elder Candidates To Start Against Padres

Atlanta Braves right-handers Ian Anderson, AJ Smith-Shawver and Bryce Elder are all candidates to start Game 1 of the wild-card series against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Tuesday. Anderson has some of the best postseason numbers of all time, but he hasn't pitched in the big leagues since 2022. The Braves may […]

Luis Severino To Start First Game Of Wild-Card Series In Milwaukee

New York Mets right-hander Luis Severino will start Game 1 of the wild-card series against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Tuesday. The Mets won Game 1 of their doubleheader on Monday versus the division-rival Atlanta Braves to clinch a spot in the postseason, and they'll head right back to Milwaukee after losing […]

Yu Darvish Heading To Bullpen For Wild-Card Series

The San Diego Padres will roll with right-handers Michael King, Joe Musgrove and Dylan Cease as their starting pitchers for the wild-card series against the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park, which starts on Tuesday. Right-handed veteran Yu Darvish will head to the bullpen for the three-game set. It doesn't come as a huge surprise, as […]

Michael King To Start Wild-Card Opener Against Braves

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King will get the nod for Game 1 of the wild-card series against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday at Petco Park. Right-hander Yu Darvish will head to the bullpen for the three-game series. In his first season in San Diego after coming over from the New York Yankees via the […]

Will Levis Questionable To Return On Monday Night

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (shoulder) suffered a right-shoulder injury in the first quarter of Monday night's game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium and is questionable to return. Levis was injured after scrambling and landing on his shoulder and was seen on the sidelines being looked at before being replaced by backup […]

Royals Hope Vinnie Pasquantino Will Be On Playoff Roster

The Kansas City Royals are hoping that first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (thumb) will be on their playoff roster for the wild-card series against the Baltimore Orioles that begins on Tuesday at Camden Yards. Manager Matt Quatraro said that Pasquantino was going to test his fractured right thumb by hitting in the cages on Monday to […]