Guardians Secure First Overall Pick In Upcoming MLB Draft

The Cleveland Guardians won the MLB Draft Lottery held on Tuesday at the winter meetings in Nashville, Tennessee. It will be the first time the Guardians have selected at the top of the draft, having picked second overall on five occasions. Cleveland had only the ninth-highest chance of winning the No. 1 overall pick at […]

White Sox, Erick Fedde Agree On Two-Year Deal

Free-agent right-hander Erick Fedde and the Chicago White Sox agreed to a two-year, $15 million deal on Tuesday, according to sources. The 30-year-old went 20-6 with a 2.00 ERA for the NC Dinos in the Korea Baseball Organization, where he was named the MVP in 2023. He will now make his way back overseas to […]

49ers Waive Tyrion Davis-Price On Tuesday

To make room for new defensive back Logan Ryan, the San Francisco 49ers waived running back Tyrion Davis-Price on Tuesday. Davis-Price, the team's third-round pick in 2022, has played in just one game in 2023 after carrying the ball 34 times for 99 yards and no touchdowns in six games in his rookie season. His […]

Packers Add Running Back Kenyan Drake

The Green Bay Packers signed free-agent veteran running back Kenyan Drake to their practice squad on Tuesday and cut running back James Robinson from the practice squad in a corresponding move. Drake will take Robinson's spot as backfield depth while Aaron Jones (knee) recovers from an MCL sprain that he suffered in Week 11. Jones […]

Tank Dell Placed On Injured Reserve

The Houston Texans officially placed rookie wide receiver Tank Dell (leg) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. It's an expected move after the impressive young wideout suffered a season-ending broken left fibula in the Week 13 win over the Denver Broncos. The 24-year-old had surgery on his leg on Monday. There's no telling how much more […]

Darren Waller Runs Routes Tuesday, Feeling Better

New York Giants tight end Darren Waller (hamstring) said he ran routes for the first time at practice on Tuesday under the watch of the training staff and said he felt good. Waller is unlikely to come off Injured Reserve to play on Monday night in Week 14 against the Green Bay Packers, but it […]

DeVante Parker, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Kayshon Boutte Limited

New England Patriots wide receivers DeVante Parker (knee), JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle) and rookie Kayshon Boutte (shoulder) were all listed as limited participants in Tuesday's practice. Parker and Smith-Schuster were also limited on Monday's estimated injury report, but Boutte was a DNP. All three pass-catchers should have a good chance to play on Thursday night against […]

Ezekiel Elliott Should Be Good To Go For Thursday

After being listed as limited on Monday's estimated injury report, New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott (thigh) was removed from Tuesday's report. It should mean that Elliott won't be in danger of missing the Thursday night clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers to kick off Week 14 action. Meanwhile, fellow backfield mate Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) […]

Demario Douglas Remains Out Tuesday

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Demario Douglas (concussion) was unable to practice on Tuesday. Douglas suffered a concussion in Week 12 and has been unable to practice or play since, and it's looking like he's in line to miss his second straight game on Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 22-year-old still deserves […]

Bailey Zappe Expected To Start Thursday

When asked if he knows who is starting at quarterback for the Week 14 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night, New England Patriots signal-caller Bailey Zappe said, "Coach (Belichick) has made it pretty clear, but I'll let him announce it to everybody." Belichick usually doesn't divulge his game plans without having his arm […]

Trevor Lawrence Not Being Ruled Out For Week 14

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (ankle) is going to rehab around the clock this week to give himself a chance to play through his right high-ankle sprain, according to sources. It's too early to know how his ankle will respond and whether he'll be available this Sunday against the Cleveland Browns, but the Jaguars aren't […]

Najee Harris Added To Week 14 Injury Report

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (knee) was added to the Week 14 injury report on Tuesday and did not take part in practice. Mid-week injuries are usually not good, especially on a short week with the Steelers facing the New England Patriots this Thursday night. The Steelers could just be giving the 25-year-old some […]

Jake Meyers, Chas McCormick To Be Regulars In 2024

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown said that outfielder Jake Meyers will get a chance to be the team's primary center fielder next year. The Astros also plan to play Chas McCormick regularly between left and center field. The 27-year-old Meyers was a better defender than hitter in 2023 in his first full season in […]

Jose Iglesias Signs Minors Deal With Mets

Free-agent infielder Jose Iglesias signed a minor-league deal with the New York Mets on Tuesday. The deal includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Iglesias will provide infield depth, mainly at shortstop, for the Mets heading into next spring. The 33-year-old Cuban didn't surface in the big leagues at all in 2023 but did impress […]

Chris Devenski Re-Signs With Rays On One-Year Deal

Free-agent right-handed reliever Chris Devenski and the Tampa Bay Rays agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with a team option on Tuesday, according to sources. Devenski began the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Angels and finished it off with the Rays. The 33-year-old had a combined 4.46 ERA (3.96 FIP) and 1.11 WHIP with […]

Lucas Giolito Drawing Interest From Five Teams

Free-agent right-hander Lucas Giolito is drawing interest on the open market from the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Arizona Diamondbacks and Kansas City Royals. The sweepstakes for Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto and two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani could impact Giolito's destination for next season. The 29-year-old had a 4.88 ERA in 2023 […]

Cubs, Rhys Hoskins Remain In Contact On Potential Deal

The Chicago Cubs and free-agent first baseman Rhys Hoskins (knee) remain in contact on a potential free-agent deal this winter, according to sources. The Cubs and Hoskins have discussed both a one-year deal and a multi-year contract. It was a no-brainer for the Philadelphia Phillies to decline a qualifying offer for Hoskins after he missed […]

Christopher Morel's Name Has Surfaced In Trade Talks For Tyler Glasnow

Chicago Cubs outfielder Christopher Morel's name has come up in talks with the Tampa Bay Rays about right-hander Tyler Glasnow. The Rays are expected to trade Glasnow this offseason, potentially right after two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani decides his next team. In addition to the Cubs, the Cincinnati Reds and their glut of young talent already […]

Dodgers Have Met With Shohei Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers met with two-way superstar free agent Shohei Ohtani at Dodger Stadium "a couple days ago," according to manager Dave Roberts. The skipper said the meeting went well. Because of Ohtani's preferences to play for a perennial contender and to stay on the west coast, the Dodgers have been considered the favorites […]

Kirby Yates Agrees To One-Year Deal With Rangers

Free-agent relief pitcher Kirby Yates agreed with the Texas Rangers on an undisclosed one-year deal on Tuesday, pending a physical, according to a source. The Rangers had a clear plan to upgrade their bullpen this offseason after winning the first World Series title in franchise history this past season. Yates became a free agent this […]

Yoshinobu Yamamoto A Top Priority For Red Sox

Japanese free-agent right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto is one of the Boston Red Sox's top priorities this week at the winter meetings in Nashville, Tennessee. Yamamoto, who is on of the top free-agent arms available this offseason, is expected to sign after two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani and before the end of the month. The Red Sox are […]

Jose Miranda, Alex Kirilloff Could Be Eased Into Spring Training

Minnesota Twins third baseman Jose Miranda and Alex Kirilloff both had offseason shoulder surgeries and could be eased into spring training. Miranda will likely see more time at first base next year. He started hitting in the last week but isn't expected to start throwing until January after requiring a cleanup on his shoulder. Kirilloff […]

Astros Sign Brailyn Marquez To Minor-League Deal

The Houston Astros signed free-agent left-hander Brailyn Marquez to a minor-league deal. Once one of the Chicago Cubs' top pitching prospects, Marquez ended up missing two years due to shoulder surgery. The 24-year-old southpaw returned in 2023 in the minors and went 1-1 with a 5.87 ERA and 1.92 WHIP while walking 38 and striking […]

Yankees Among A Dozen Teams Interested In Isiah Kiner-Falefa

Free-agent utility man Isiah Kiner-Falefa is drawing interest from around 12 teams, including the New York Yankees. Interested teams are considering him for a super-utility role or at shortstop/third base. Kiner-Falefa is mostly useful for his defensive versatility and speed in fantasy leagues. He slashed .242/.306/.340 with six home runs, 12 doubles, three triples, 37 […]

Red Sox Going After Seth Lugo

The Boston Red Sox are stepping up their efforts on free-agent right-hander Seth Lugo, although four or five other teams, including the Atlanta Braves, are interested in his services as well. The Red Sox are expected to make an offer to Lugo at some point as they look to boost their starting rotation this offseason. […]

Eduardo Rodriguez's Market Moving Quickly

Free-agent left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez's market is moving quickly this offseason, and he could reach a decision during the winter meetings this week before two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani picks his next team. Rodriguez is in Nashville, Tennessee, at the winter meetings this week and has had multiple in-person meetings with interested teams. The 30-year-old southpaw became […]

Mariners Considering Cody Bellinger

The Seattle Mariners are considering free-agent outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger among their free-agent options this offseason. MLB Network's Jon Morosi believes Bellinger is going to be one of the highest-paid free-agent position players this winter outside of two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani. The Mariners cleared payroll space and a spot in their outfield when they traded […]

Mike Trout Will Not Be Traded This Offseason

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout will not be traded this offseason, according to general manager Perry Minasian. It's something that was likely never going to happen, but Minasian said it definitively on Tuesday at the winter meetings in Nashville, Tennessee. The Angels are expected to lose out on re-signing two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani this […]

Cubs' Optimism Of Landing Shohei Ohtani Has Waned

The Chicago Cubs' optimism of being able to sign two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani in free agency has significantly waned this week, according to a high-ranking executive. It leaves the Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Angels and San Francisco Giants as the likely finalists for the Japanese star's services this winter. Playing for […]

Christian Kirk Likely Needs Surgery For Core-Muscle Injury

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk (core) suffered a core-muscle injury in Monday night's overtime loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on the first offensive series of the game and likely needs surgery, according to head coach Doug Pederson. Kirk will miss time, but an exact timeline on how long he'll be out is unknown right […]