Nick Fortes Makes Swing Changes This Offseason

The Miami Marlins and manager Skip Schumaker are expecting more out of catcher Nick Fortes offensively this year after the 27-year-old backstop worked on his stance and swing mechanics this offseason. In his third year in the big leagues in 2023, Fortes struggled at the plate, slashing .204/.263/.299 with six home runs, 10 doubles, 26 […]

White Sox Sign Juan Then To Minor-League Deal

The Chicago White Sox signed free-agent right-hander Juan Then to a minor-league deal. Then made his major-league debut last year with the Seattle Mariners and pitched in 11 innings out of their bullpen, allowing six earned runs on 14 hits (three homers) while walking two and striking out five. The 23-year-old will almost certainly begin […]

Jared Triolo Could Bounce Around On The Infield

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jared Triolo's versatility may keep him from being the "everyday" second baseman in 2024, according to MLB.com's Jake Crouse. Triolo impressed in his rookie season in 2023, hitting .298/.388/.398 with three home runs, 21 RBI, six stolen bases and 30 runs scored in his first 54 major-league games. He's also a minor-league […]

Liover Peguero Likely To See Most Reps At Second Base

MLB.com's Jake Crouse thinks Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Liover Peguero is the likeliest candidate to see the majority of repetitions at second base in 2024 thanks to his power-speed combination potential in what will be a crowded battle at the keystone in spring training among the likes of Peguero, Ji-Hwan Bae, Nick Gonzalez, Jared Triolo and […]

Gavin Sheets Makes Offseason Swing Changes

After a dismal season in 2023, Chicago White Sox outfielder Gavin Sheets tried to become "more athletic" with his swing this offseason, getting better ball flight while making mechanical changes. The 27-year-old lefty reached double-digit home runs in each of his first three major-league seasons, but he slashed an awful .203/.267/.331 in 344 plate appearances […]

Phil Maton Finalizing Deal With Rays

Free-agent right-hander Phil Maton is finalizing an undisclosed deal with the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday, according to a source. Maton had the best season of his career in 2023 with the Houston Astros, going 4-3 with a 3.00 ERA (3.74 FIP), a 1.12 WHIP, his second career save, 25 walks and 74 strikeouts in […]

Twins Claim Daniel Duarte Off Waivers From Rangers

The Minnesota Twins claimed right-hander Daniel Duarte off waivers from the Texas Rangers on Friday and designated right-hander Ryan Jensen for release or assignment to make room for Duarte on the 40-man roster. Duarte has a minor-league option remaining, so he could start the 2024 campaign at Triple-A St. Paul if he doesn't win a […]

White Sox Sign Kevin Pillar To Minor-League Deal

The Chicago White Sox signed free-agent outfielder Kevin Pillar to a minor-league deal on Friday, according to a source. Pillar will make $3 million if he's on the major-league roster. The 35-year-old veteran hit .228/.248/.416 with nine home runs in 208 plate appearances for the Atlanta Braves in 2023. He's no longer the plus-plus defensive […]

Red Sox Interested In Tommy Pham

The Boston Red Sox are interested in a reunion with free-agent outfielder Tommy Pham, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. The Red Sox could use some more offense heading into the 2024 season. Pham spent part of the 2022 season with the Red Sox, hitting .234 (50-for-214) with six home runs and 24 […]

Pirates Considering Gary Sanchez

The Pittsburgh Pirates are among the teams considering ex-New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez, who had a fantastic year with the San Diego Padres in 2023 while become left-hander Blake Snell's personal catcher. The Pirates are expected to move Henry Davis to full-time catching duties in 2024, but maybe they'd like some insurance behind him […]

Angels Linked To Plenty Of Free Agents

The Los Angeles Angels have been linked to plenty of free-agent names, including left-hander Blake Snell and outfielder Cody Bellinger, but for now, word is circulating that they may not go for the biggest free agents. However, owner Arte Moreno has been a big free-agent player before, so he could change course. The Angels have […]

Mason Miller, Trevor Gott, Dany Jimenez In Closer Mix

Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said that right-handers Mason Miller, Trevor Gott and Dany Jimenez will be in the closer mix with spring training approaching quickly. The A's want to see Miller get through a full season healthy, and Forst didn't rule out a return to a starting role for Miller after 2024. The […]

Alex Wood, Ross Stripling Viewed As Starters

Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said that left-hander Alex Wood and right-hander Ross Stripling are viewed as starters with spring training right around the corner. In addition to Wood and Stripling, Paul Blackburn and JP Sears are at the top of the team's rotation for 2024. The A's signed Wood to a one-year, $8.5 […]

Ken Waldichuk Unlikely To Be Ready For Start Of Season

Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said that left-hander Ken Waldichuk (elbow) likely will not be ready for the start of the 2024 season after having surgery to fix his left UCL and flexor tendon in October. There isn't a timeline for the 26-year-old to be back in Oakland's rotation. In his second major-league season […]

George Kittle Ready To Go Despite Toe Injury

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (toe) missed a third straight day of practice this week on Friday but was not given an injury designation after the first week of preparation for Super Bowl LVIII against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 11. Kittle suffered a minor toe injury in the NFC Championship […]

Seahawks Hire Leslie Frazier As Assistant Head Coach

The Seattle Seahawks hired Leslie Frazier as their assistant head coach on Friday, according to sources. The former Minnesota Vikings head coach has long been a mentor to new Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald and will now join his staff in Seattle. MacDonald is the youngest head coach in the NFL after leading the Baltimore […]

Skyy Moore Listed As Questionable After First Week Of Super Bowl Prep

The Kansas City Chiefs have listed wide receiver Skyy Moore (knee) as questionable for Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday, Feb. 11, against the San Francisco 49ers after the first week of practice. Moore was limited in practice all week and is trending towards a return, but the Chiefs will have to decide whether to officially […]

Isiah Pacheco In The Clear After First Week Of Practice

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (ankle, toe) was limited in the team's practices on Thursday and Friday and currently is in the clear to play in next Sunday's Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. Pacheco was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated report, but he isn't in any real danger of […]

Chargers Expected To Hire Greg Roman As Offensive Coordinator

The Los Angeles Chargers are expected to hire former Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Greg Roman as their new offensive coordinator, according to league sources. Roman last led Baltimore's offense in 2022 and was new Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh's offensive coordinator with the Niners. The 51-year-old has a reputation […]

Odafe Oweh Has Surgery, Morgan Moses Considering Going Under The Knife

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that outside linebacker Odafe Oweh (thumb) recently had surgery on his thumb, while offensive tackle Morgan Moses (shoulder) is debating whether he'll have offseason surgery. Oweh, who also missed four games with an ankle injury in 2023, is expected to be out for six to eight weeks while […]

Stefon Diggs Unsure About His Future

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs expressed uncertainty about his future in Buffalo in his first comments since losing in the Divisional Round of the playoffs to the Kansas City Chiefs. When asked whether he was ready to move forward with the Bills, Diggs said, "I'm ready to go no matter which way it goes," […]

Saints Working To Hire Klint Kubiak As Offensive Coordinator

The New Orleans Saints are reportedly working to hire San Francisco 49ers passing-game specialist Klint Kubiak as their new offensive coordinator, according to sources. Kubiak would join the Saints' coaching staff after he coaches his final game with the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday, Feb. 11, against the Kansas City Chiefs. No deal […]

Frank Gore Jr. Takes Home MVP Honors In Shrine Bowl

Southern Mississippi running back Frank Gore Jr., the son of former NFL RB Frank Gore, won MVP honors in the East-West Shrine Bowl in Texas on Thursday, racking up 87 rushing yards and a touchdown. Gore Jr. stands at only 5-foot-7, 199 pounds, but he's a smart runner between the tackles who plays low to […]

Concussions On The Rise In 2023

While the NFL reported fewer lower-body injuries during the 2023 season, concussions were on the rise, which is reflective of the league's struggles to reduce head injuries. Overall, players missed 700 fewer games due to injury in 2023 than in 2022, and the NFL believes the primary factor in that reduction is a drop in […]

NFL Intent On Banning Hip-Drop Tackles

The NFL is seemingly intent on banning hip-drop tackles this offseason if it can properly define the technique. The league's Jeff Miller said: "I don't want to suggest we're at the finish line. We're not.... [But] I think we're moving down that path in a constructive way. Elements likely to be included in the NFL's […]

Rashod Bateman To Be A Starter In 2024

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that wide receiver Rashod Bateman will be a starter in 2024 and will be playing a lot of snaps. Harbaugh said Bateman has become a "great, great route-runner. Rashod Bateman has a great future." The former first-rounder's numbers weren't very great in his third year in the NFL […]

Titans Hire Nick Holz As Their New Offensive Coordinator

The Tennessee Titans are hiring Jacksonville Jaguars passing-game coordinator Nick Holz as their new offensive coordinator under head coach Brian Callahan on Friday, according to sources. Prior to joining the Jaguars, Holz was the offensive coordinator at UNLV and was on the Las Vegas Raiders' coaching staff before that as an offensive assistant, a stint […]

Buccaneers Hire Liam Coen As Offensive Coordinator

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to hire Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen as their new offensive coordinator, according to sources informed of the situation. Coen has gone back and forth between Kentucky and the Los Angeles Rams the last several seasons. He spent three years with Sean McVay in LA from 2018-20 before going […]

Mets Agree With Jake Diekman

The New York Mets agreed to an undisclosed deal with free-agent left-handed reliever Jake Diekman on Friday, pending a physical. It was reported that the two sides were close to a deal on Thursday. The Mets also added Japanese right-hander Shintaro Fujinami to their bullpen on Friday. The 37-year-old Diekman will give the Mets another […]

Shintaro Fujinami Signs With Mets

Free-agent right-hander Shintaro Fujinami signed a one-year, $3.35 million deal with the New York Mets on Friday that includes $850,000 in incentives. The Japanese hurler was a bust in his first year in the big leagues in 2023 after signing with the Oakland Athletics and was quickly banished to the bullpen after posting a 14.26 […]