Michael Brantley's Timeline Moved Back

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown said that outfielder Michael Conforto (shoulder) is not expected to make his 2023 season debut until mid-to-late April. Brantley had surgery on his shoulder last September and didn't take part in spring training at all while also missing time with a personal issue. The 35-year-old veteran has been hitting […]

Jose Altuve Could Go On 60-Day Injured List

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown said on Monday that the team could put second baseman Jose Altuve (thumb) on the 60-day injured list to begin the 2023 season. Altuve suffered a fractured right thumb in the World Baseball Classic, needed surgery and won't be ready to make his season debut for at least two […]

Christopher Morel Optioned To Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs optioned outfielder Christopher Morel to Triple-A Iowa on Monday. Pitcher Rowan Wick cleared waivers and was sent outright to Iowa as well. The Cubs felt that Morel would benefit from regular playing time in the minors to open the year instead of being stuck in a bench role. The 23-year-old Dominican hit […]

Cowboys Open To Re-Signing Ezekiel Elliott

The Dallas Cowboys are open to re-signing running back Ezekiel Elliott after cutting the former No. 4 overall pick earlier this month after seven years with the team. The Cowboys saved over $10 million on the 2023 salary cap with the move, but head coach Mike McCarthy said the team might be willing to work […]

Rashod Bateman Will Be Running In Three Weeks

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh had a positive update on wide receiver Rashod Bateman (foot) at the NFL owners meetings on Monday. "Rashod is in a great place... He's healthy and going to be running in three weeks. I'm a big believer in Rashod Bateman," Harbaugh said. Bateman was only able to play in […]

Giants Open To Reunion With Odell Beckham Jr.

The New York Giants are open to a potential reunion with free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. The team's former first-round pick in 2014 played the first five years of his NFL career in New York before being traded to the Cleveland Browns. "We certainly haven't closed that door," owner John Mara said. "That's going […]

Giants Hopeful Of Long-Term Extension With Saquon Barkley

The New York Giants placed the franchise tag on running back Saquon Barkley three weeks ago, but they have continued negotiations on a potential long-term contract extension. The two sides have until July 15 to sign a long-term deal before the start of the new season. Otherwise, Barkley will play 2023 on a one-year, $10.091 […]

Commanders Won't Pursue Lamar Jackson

The Washington Commanders won't be one of the team's pursuing Baltimore Ravens franchise-tagged quarterback Lamar Jackson this offseason. "There are a number of reasons. I won't get into specifics. He's a very talented guy. He's one of the better QBs in this league. For us right now, we're moving forward with Sam Howell and Jacoby […]

Colts Pursuing Lamar Jackson?

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard isn't ruling out the possibility that the team will pursue Baltimore Ravens franchise-tagged quarterback Lamar Jackson. "But I think anytime at that position we have a chance to acquire a guy, you've got do your work on it to see if it's doable. Sometimes it is, sometimes it's not," […]

No Timeline On Aaron Rodgers Trade

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said on Monday that there is no timeline on trading quarterback Aaron Rodgers, but hopefully something will get done soon. The Packers don't necessarily need a first-round pick as compensation for the future Hall of Famer. Asked if there was any chance Rodgers would return to Green Bay, […]

Eagles Want To Get Extension Done With Jalen Hurts Soon

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said at the NFL owners meetings on Monday that the team would like to sign quarterback Jalen Hurts to a contract extension "relatively soon." Roseman reiterated multiple times that getting Hurts on a long-term deal remains a priority. "We want him here long-term. It's going to be a priority […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Could Serve As Leadoff Man

San Diego Padres shortstop/outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. could serve as the team's leadoff hitter after he serves the final 20 games of his suspension to begin the 2023 regular season. "Man, it just feels like there's a special kind of impact that he has leading off," manager Bob Melvin said. If Tatis were to lead […]

Logan O'Hoppe Makes Opening Day Roster

Los Angeles Angels catching prospect Logan O'Hoppe and infielder Jake Lamb have both made the team's Opening Day roster. O'Hoppe gets the nod with Max Stassi (hip) opening the year on the injured list. He'll share playing time with Matt Thaiss early on. The 23-year-old hit .281 (9-for-32) with two doubles, a homer, six RBI […]

Jared Walsh, Max Stassi Opening On The Injured List

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh (head) and catcher Max Stassi (hip) will open the 2023 regular season on the injured list. Walsh is dealing with headaches and there is no timetable for him to make his season debut for the Halos. With Walsh on the shelf to begin the year, Brandon Drury is […]

Trevor May, Jeurys Familia, Dany Jimenez Options For Saves

Oakland Athletics relief pitchers Trevor May, Jeurys Familia and Dany Jimenez could all be used in save situations this year, according to manager Mark Kotsay. "I think we'll start out with the mindset that they're all options," Kotsay said. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too interested in the A's closing picture unless you're scrounging for save […]

Triston McKenzie Undergoes MRI Exam

Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Triston McKenzie (triceps, shoulder) said he felt normal tightness in his tricep/back shoulder while he was warming up on Sunday in spring training. McKenzie was pulled early from his Cactus League outing as a result and underwent an MRI exam on Monday. The team is awaiting the results, so we should […]

Kyle Wright Officially Placed On Injured List

The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Kyle Wright (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list on Monday with right shoulder inflammation and recalled right-hander Nick Anderson from the minors in a corresponding move. Wright entered spring training with shoulder issues after getting a cortisone shot back in January. The 27-year-old is only expected to miss a couple […]

Brice Turang Makes Opening Day Roster

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Brice Turang, the team's No. 5 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has made the team's Opening Day roster. Turang convinced the club he's ready for the big leagues by hitting .282 (11-for-39) with a double, home run, four RBI, five runs scored and three stolen bases in 15 Cactus League games in camp. […]

Chad Pinder Signs Minor-League Deal With Nationals

Free-agent utilityman Chad Pinder signed a minor-league deal with the Washington Nationals on Monday, according to a source. Pinder was recently released by the Cincinnati Reds and quickly finds a new landing spot. He really struggled in Cactus League action with the Reds, going 4-for-39 (.103) with two doubles, one RBI, four runs scored and […]

Keston Hiura DFA'd, Sal Frelick Reassigned

Milwaukee Brewers infielder Keston Hiura was designated for assignment on Monday, while outfield prospect Sal Frelick was reassigned to minor-league camp. The Brewers also optioned infielder Abraham Toro to Triple-A Nashville. Hiura was informed last Friday that he wouldn't be making the Opening Day roster after going just 5-for-32 (.156) with two doubles, no homers, […]

Luke Voit Signs New Deal With Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers signed first baseman Luke Voit to a new one year-deal on Monday that includes a team option for the 2024 season. Voit will now return to Milwaukee after opting out of his minor-league deal with the club over the weekend. The 32-year-old power hitter will at least see regular action for the […]

Bobby Dalbec, Jorge Alfaro Optioned To Minors

Boston Red Sox first baseman Bobby Dalbec was optioned to Triple-A Worcester on Monday. The Red Sox also sent catcher Jorge Alfaro to minor-league camp. With Dalbec starting the 2023 season in the minors, it means that infielder Yu Chang will be on the Opening Day roster as a utility infielder. Dalbec hit two home […]

Mets Designate Darin Ruf For Assignment

The New York Mets designated outfielder Darin Ruf for assignment on Monday. The Mets currently owe Ruf $3.25 million -- $3 million for 2023 and $250,000 as a buyout on a $3.5 million option for 2024. They could try to trade him on Monday to offset some of the money. New York acquired Ruf at […]

David Peterson Earns Final Rotation Spot

New York Mets left-hander David Peterson has earned the final starting rotation spot for the Mets to open the 2023 regular season, according to sources. Peterson beat out Tylor Megill for the final rotation spot after it was announced that lefty Jose Quintana will be out until at least July with a rib-cage stress fracture. […]

Edward Cabrera To Start Saturday Against Mets

Miami Marlins right-hander Edward Cabrera will start Game 3 of the season for the team on Saturday night at home against the division-rival New York Mets, according to sources. Cabrera will open the year as the team's No. 3 starter in the rotation. With the 24-year-old winning a rotation job to open the 2023 regular […]

Wander Franco Says He'll Play On Opening Day

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco (quadriceps) said his right quad issue was more tightness than a strain, and it has responded well to treatment. "I feel good, thank God, and I'm ready to start on Thursday," Franco said. He was able to take swings in the batting cages on Monday after his MRI exam […]

Carlos Rodon Throws Bullpen Monday

New York Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (forearm) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Monday and was very encouraged by how he felt afterward. Rodon will remain in Tampa, Fla., as the team goes north for Opening Day this Thursday. The 30-year-old southpaw is slowly building his arm back up after being shut down for two […]

J.P. Crawford Expected To Be Ready For Opening Day

Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (foot) is expected to be ready for Opening Day on Thursday after fouling a ball off his right foot while hitting in the cages on Friday. X-rays and a CT scan on his bruised right foot came back negative for fractures. If Crawford's injury had been serious, the M's would […]

Kole Calhoun Opts Out Of Minor-League Deal

Seattle Mariners outfielder Kole Calhoun opted out of his minor-league deal with the team on Sunday and is now a free agent, according to a source. Calhoun wasn't going to make the club's Opening Day roster, so he'll now hope to latch on with another team for the 2023 season. In 12 Cactus League games […]

Hunter Brown Feels Fine After Bullpen Session

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown (back) threw 25 pitches during a bullpen session on Sunday and said his back felt fine. He's back on track to be ready for his first turn through the team's starting rotation to begin the 2023 regular season. The 24-year-old is expected to throw a simulated game next week, […]