Josh Naylor Making Good Progress

Cleveland Guardians first baseman Josh Naylor (oblique), who has been on the injured list since Aug. 1 with a right-oblique strain, is making good progress with his core exercises, according to manager Terry Francona. "He's also in the cage doing baseball activities, so he's doing really well," Francona said. Naylor was projected to miss three […]

Shane Bieber, Triston McKenzie Throwing Up To 100 Feet

Cleveland Guardians right-handers Shane Bieber (elbow) and Triston McKenzie (elbow) have both progressed to throwing distances exceeding 100 feet, according to manager Terry Francona. Bieber is up to 120 feet, while McKenzie's last session was at 105 feet. "They're not ready for bullpens yet, but that's on the horizon," Francona revealed. Both pitchers will eventually […]

Bo Bichette Goes Deep In Rehab Outing

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (knee) went 2-for-2 with a home run, three RBI and a run scored in a minor-league rehab game with Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday. In his first rehab game for Buffalo on Wednesday, Bichette went 2-for-3 with two singles and a run scored, so he's seeing the ball well early […]

Will Smith Now Starting Thursday

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith is now in the starting lineup on Thursday against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Corbin Burnes, serving as the designated hitter and batting cleanup. Smith was originally set for a day off in the series finale, but he was put back in the lineup […]

Cal Quantrill To Make Another Rehab Start Sunday

The next step for Cleveland Guardians right-hander Cal Quantrill (shoulder) will be a minor-league rehab start on Sunday for either Double-A Akron or Triple-A Columbus. Quantrill, who has been out since July 6 with right-shoulder soreness, is expected to throw around 85 pitches on Sunday in what will be his third rehab start. In his […]

Guardians Expected To Call Up James Karinchak Friday

The Cleveland Guardians are expected to call up relief pitcher James Karinchak from Triple-A Columbus on Friday and place pitcher Michael Kelly (back) on the 15-day injured list with back spasms. Karinchak was sent to the minors in June after posting a 3.90 ERA (5.61 FIP), 1.23 WHIP, 19 walks and 38 strikeouts in 27 […]

Javier Baez Expected To Return Friday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez is expected to return from the bereavement list on Friday in time for the team's doubleheader against the Cleveland Guardians. Baez has been on the bereavement list since last Saturday due to the death of his grandmother, but he'll return this weekend. The 30-year-old Puerto Rican free-swinger hasn't been very […]

Evan Longoria Starting Rehab Assignment Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Evan Longoria (back) is starting a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Reno on Thursday night. Longoria suffered a setback with renewed stiffness in his lower back earlier this month, but it looks like he's made progress and is approaching a return to the big leagues. The 37-year-old veteran has been out […]

Andrew Kittredge Returns From 60-Day Injured List

The Tampa Bay Rays reinstated relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge (elbow) from the 60-day injured list on Thursday and designated right-hander Hector Perez for assignment in a corresponding move. Kittredge will be making his 2023 debut when he gets into a game after undergoing Tommy John surgery in June of 2022. He was an All-Star in […]

Will Smith Taking The Day Off

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will get a regular day of rest on Thursday in the series finale against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers. Austin Barnes is doing the catching and is hitting in the nine-hole against Brewers right-hander Corbin Burnes. Smith should be back in Friday's lineup for the start of a series against […]

Gary Sanchez Resting Thursday

San Diego Padres catcher Gary Sanchez is resting for the first contest of a huge four-game series against the division-rival Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday. Luis Campusano is getting the start behind the plate and will hit seventh against Diamondbacks ace Zac Gallen. Sanchez has been a godsend for the Padres this year, clubbing 16 home […]

Kene Nwangwu Still Not Practicing

Minnesota Vikings running back Kene Nwangwu (undisclosed) remained out for the team's training camp practice on Thursday. The Athletic's Alec Lewis also noted that Ty Chandler looked solid in pass protection on Thursday. Nwangwu has been out for most of camp with an undisclosed injury, which isn't helping in his cause to win a backup […]

Elijah Moore Not Playing Against Eagles

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (ribs) is not going to play in the team's third preseason contest on Thursday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Most of Cleveland's starters will sit this one out, including quarterback Deshaun Watson, receiver Amari Cooper and running back Nick Chubb. Moore is currently recovering from bruised ribs, but he has […]

Dorian Thompson-Robinson To Start On Thursday

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson is slated to start the team's third preseason game on Thursday on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. Most of the Browns starters will rest after two joint practices on Monday and Tuesday. Along with Thompson-Robinson, Kellen Mond will see action for the Browns under center on Thursday with […]

Dameon Pierce Expects To Play In Second Preseason Game

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce isn't sure what his workload will be in the team's second preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, but he expects to play after not seeing action in last week's preseason opener against the New England Patriots. The 23-year-old fourth-rounder looked great in his first NFL season last […]

Dalvin Cook Works With Rehab Group Thursday

New York Jets running back Dalvin Cook (shoulder) was in uniform at training camp on Thursday but was working in the rehab area with other injured players. The Jets just signed the former Minnesota Vikings RB to a deal on Monday, and he's not expected to start practicing with the team for at least another […]

Kenneth Walker III Puts In Full Practice

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that running back Kenneth Walker III (groin) put in a full practice at training camp on Thursday. Walker returned to practice last Saturday after suffering a minor groin strain, and now he's back to being a full participant. The 22-year-old still probably won't play in the team's second […]

Willson Contreras Returns To Face Mets

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras (hip) is serving as the designated hitter and is batting cleanup in his return to the lineup on Thursday against left-hander Jose Quintana and the New York Mets. Contreras will return for the first time since leaving Monday's game early with hip tightness. Fantasy managers will want to get […]

Lars Nootbaar Hopes To Return To Lineup Soon

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar (groin) said he was feeling much better on Thursday after leaving Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics early with a groin contusion. Nootbaar went to the emergency room Wednesday night for testing after fouling a ball off his groin and is hopeful he can return to the lineup in […]

Tommy Edman In Leadoff Spot Against Mets

St. Louis Cardinals infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman (calf) is playing center field and batting leadoff on Thursday against the visiting New York Mets and left-hander Jose Quintana. Edman is back in action after being taken out of Wednesday's game early against the Oakland Athletics due to a right-calf contusion from when he fouled a ball off […]

Javier Baez Still Away Thursday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez remains away from the team on Thursday as the Tigers take on the Cleveland Guardians. Zack Short is starting at shortstop and is batting ninth against Guardians right-hander Xzavion Curry. Baez remains on the bereavement list after being placed on it last Saturday due to his grandmother's death. The 30-year-old […]

Giants Host Anthony Barr Thursday

The New York Giants hosted free-agent linebacker Anthony Barr for a visit on Thursday, according to a source, but no deal is imminent. Barr also recently visited with the New Orleans Saints as he looks to find a new home before the start of the 2023 regular season in early September. The former ninth overall […]

Brycen Hopkins Has Been Bright Spot At Training Camp

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said on Thursday that tight end Brycen Hopkins has been a bright spot at training camp so far. Hopkins, the Rams' fourth-round pick in 2020 out of Purdue, caught just seven of 11 targets for 109 yards and no touchdowns in 14 games (one start) behind Tyler Higbee […]

Will Levis Dealing With Lower-Body Injury

Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Will Levis (lower body) left Thursday's training camp practice early due to a lower-body injury. The severity of Levis' injury is unknown at this time, but it could keep him from valuable repetitions in the team's second preseason contest on Saturday against the Minnesota Vikings. The 24-year-old has had his ups […]

Ronald Darby Signs One-Year Deal With Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens signed free-agent cornerback Ronald Darby to a one-year deal worth up to $3.2 million on Thursday after they hosted him for a visit. The move comes after it was announced that Marlon Humphrey will miss some time due to an injury. Darby tore his ACL in October of last year while with […]

Falcons Put Matt Hennessy On Injured Reserve

The Atlanta Falcons placed offensive lineman Matt Hennessy (knee) on season-ending Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Hennessy, who has started 22 games on the interior of the team's offensive line in the last three years, has been out of practice since July 28 due to a knee injury. The 25-year-old was expected to compete for the […]

Terron Armstead's Injury Doesn't Look Serious

Miami Dolphins left tackle Terron Armstead's (leg) injury that he suffered at training camp practice on Thursday doesn't look to be serious, according to a source close to the situation. Armstead will undergo additional testing and evaluation on Thursday to further determine the severity of his injury after he was taken off the field on […]

Malik Davis Might Not Make Final Roster

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Deuce Vaughn's impressive performance at training camp and so far in the preseason has put Malik Davis' roster spot in jeopardy this summer. The Athletic's Jon Machota doesn't envision Dallas keeping more than three RBs on the final roster with Tony Pollard, Vaughn and Rico Dowdle getting those spots. Dowdle […]

Javonte Williams To Play 10-12 Snaps Saturday

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said that running back Javonte Williams (knee) will play 10 to 12 offensive snaps (maybe three to four carries) in the team's second preseason game this Saturday against the San Francisco 49ers. The rest of the starters are scheduled to see anywhere from 20 to 24 plays. Williams will […]

Tim Anderson's Suspension Reduced To Five Games

Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson's six-game suspension handed down by the league for his actions in a brawl with the Cleveland Guardians on Aug. 5 has been reduced to five games after he settled with the league before a hearing was needed, according to sources. Anderson will begin serving the suspension on Friday. He'll […]