Brandon Drury Taking Grounders Thursday

Los Angeles Angels infielder Brandon Drury (shoulder) is taking ground balls at third base on Thursday and is making throws across the diamond. Drury has been out since early July with an injury to his left, non-throwing shoulder, and he looks to be on track to start a minor-league rehab assignment soon. With Anthony Rendon […]

Randal Grichuk On Yankees Radar

The New York Yankees are leaning toward being buyers at this year's trade deadline, and Colorado Rockies outfielder Randal Grichuk is currently on their radar, according to a person with knowledge of the team's personnel decisions. The Yanks are currently 2.5 games out of the third and final wild-card position after a win over the […]

Teams Believe Padres Will Trade Blake Snell, Josh Hader

Several teams who have spoken with the San Diego Padres in recent days believe that Cy Young winner Blake Snell and All-Star closer Josh Hader will be traded before the Aug. 1 deadline, particularly Hader. The struggling Padres (49-54) are in seventh place in the wild-card standings, 6.5 games out of a playoff spot. Snell […]

Zach Eflin Receives Good News

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Zach Eflin (knee) received good news after his MRI exam on Wednesday didn't show anything of major concern on his left knee. It's possible that he could just need rest and treatment by the athletic training staff to get back on the mound, possibly as early as next Tuesday on the […]

Jared Walsh Designated For Assignment

The Los Angeles Angels designated first baseman Jared Walsh for assignment on Thursday after the team acquired right-handers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez from the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night. Walsh has fallen on hard times after being an All-Star for the Halos as recently as 2021. The 29-year-old left-handed slugger really disappointed last […]

Lucas Giolito To Make Angels Debut Friday

New Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Lucas Giolito will make his debut with the Angels on Friday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Angels acquired Giolito and reliever Reynaldo Lopez from the Chicago White Sox for two top prospects on Wednesday night as they look to make a playoff push in the second half of […]

Byron Buxton Back From Paternity List

The Minnesota Twins reinstated outfielder/designated hitter Byron Buxton from the paternity list on Thursday and optioned outfielder Trevor Larnach to the minors in a corresponding move. The Twins don't have a game on Thursday, so Buxton will be back in the starting lineup on Friday for the series opener against the Kansas City Royals. The […]

Garrett Wilson Limps Off Field Thursday

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (ankle) limped off the practice field at training camp on Thursday with an apparent ankle injury and was taken to the locker room. It looks like Wilson was able to leave under his own power, which is a good sign, but it's not what you want to see […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Impressing Early In Camp

Seattle Seahawks first-round rookie wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who was taken 20th overall in this year's draft, was mostly a spectator in spring practices as he learned from afar. He missed all but 2 1/2 games last season at Ohio State due to a hamstring injury, and the Seahawks didn't want to rush him into […]

Blake Bell, Jody Fortson On The Decline

Kansas City Chiefs tight ends Blake Bell and Jody Fortson are both listed as early fallers for The Athletic's Nate Taylor. Bell is 31 and appears to have lost a step in speed, especially compared with Travis Kelce, Matt Bushman and Noah Gray. He's still capable of being a quality pass-catcher in the flat and […]

Richie James' Spot Seems Secure

Unless something drastically changes this summer, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Richie James' spot on the roster appears pretty secure. He is the primary option for punt returner when the Chiefs start the preseason, and he has established a solid connection with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. "You can tell he's been in other offenses," offensive coordinator […]

Rashee Rice Seeing First-Team Repetitions

Since Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney injured his knee on Sunday, rookie Rashee Rice has received the most repetitions with the first-team offense in training camp. Rice appears to be making fewer mistakes with each passing day, and his catching ability has been superb. The 23-year-old made an impressive diving catch on a […]

Justyn Ross Making Most Of Opportunity

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Justyn Ross was the first major mover on the depth chart during Sunday's first full-team practice after Kadarius Toney suffered a knee injury. Ross was selected by the coaching staff to receive first-team repetitions, a very encouraging sign for his development. Ross made a one-handed catch from quarterback Patrick Mahomes […]

Matt Bushman Impressing The Coaches

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Matt Bushman has been impressing the coaching staff early in training camp. "The guy doesn't drop the ball," offensive coordinator Matt Nagy said. "He's always in the right spot at the right time." Bushman looks faster and more confident in the offensive scheme after spending last year on the practice […]

Deneric Prince On The Rise Early In Camp

Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Deneric Prince has captivated the team's coaching staff and personnel department early in training camp. He has generated similar buzz that Isiah Pacheco did in 2022 as an undrafted rookie who has made highlights while showcasing a rugged running style. "I feel he's got that chip on his shoulder," […]

Bills Excited About James Cook's Potential

Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey expressed plenty of excitement over running back James Cook. "We're really excited about him and what he can do," Dorsey said. The offensive coordinator spoke on Cook's versatility and said he provides "three-down back" potential. Nyheim Hines (knee) is now out for the season, so the Bills will have […]

White Sox Land Prospects Edgar Quero, Ky Bush From Angels

The Chicago White Sox got a solid prospect haul when they traded right-handers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night. The Angels sent two of their top-five prospects, per MLB Pipeline, to the White Sox in catcher Edgar Quero (No. 2) and left-hander Ky Bush (No. 3), according to […]

Angels Have Discussed Jeimer Candelario Trade

The Los Angeles Angels have discussed a trade for Washington Nationals third baseman Jeimer Candelario, in addition to their recently completed deal with the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night for right-handers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez, according to a source. The Angels didn't wait long to get busy on the trade market after announcing […]

Chris Godwin Says He's Healthy

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin said he is coming into the 2023 season with a clean bill of health. "Difference between survivor mode [2022] and [now] being able to perform at a high level…I'm excited about this year and excited to be healthy," Godwin said. The 27-year-old was coming off a torn ACL […]

Javonte Williams Takes Part In First Camp Practice

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (knee) took part in the team's first training camp practice on Wednesday. The plan for him will be the same as others coming off significant injuries from last year, which means he'll likely be limited and given some days off as the team sees fit. But overall, the Broncos […]

Michael Pittman Jr. Back At Practice Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (hip) was at Wednesday's training camp practice and was working with the first-team offense. Pittman missed workouts in the spring due to a hip injury, and the Colts said on Tuesday that they plan to ease him into practice this summer. It's a good sign that the 25-year-old […]

Jonathan Taylor Sidelined Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (ankle) was present at Wednesday's training camp practice and didn't have a boot on his surgically repaired ankle, but he only observed from the sidelines. Head coach Shane Steichen didn't have an update on when to expect Taylor to come off the Physically Unable to Perform list. "We'll see […]

Cooper Kupp Practices Wednesday

Los Angeles Rams wide receivers Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Van Jefferson (knee) were both available at the first day of training camp practice on Wednesday. It's unclear exactly how much Kupp did at practice on Wednesday, but he was likely limited. The 30-year-old had tightrope surgery last November on his right high-ankle sprain, but he's […]

Stefon Diggs On The Same Page With Sean McDermott

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said on Wednesday at training camp that he and wide receiver Stefon Diggs are "in a good spot." "Stef is ready to practice. He is in the locker room right now." Digg's offseason concerns mostly stemmed from his frustration with how last season ended, and he also said that […]

Rob Manfred Receives Four-Year Extension

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred received a third term as the league's commissioner on Wednesday when his contract was extended by four years until Jan. 25 of 2009. Manfred will now be around to guide the MLB owners through another round of collective bargaining with the players, which will be his third as a […]

Justin Dunn Throws Side Session

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Justin Dunn (shoulder) threw a side session on Tuesday that manager David Bell said went well. Dunn has been targeted to have his first live batting practice session against hitters on Aug. 8, with a minor-league rehab assignment expected by Aug. 19. He has endured shoulder issues in each of the past […]

Nick Lodolo Throws Side Session

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo (leg) threw his first side session on Tuesday in Arizona, and it went well, according to manager David Bell. Based on Lodolo's progression from a left-tibia stress reaction, he's unlikely to be back with the Reds until sometime in September. "That's kind of how I've been thinking about it. It's […]

Tejay Antone Begins Rehab Assignment

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Tejay Antone (elbow) started a minor-league rehab assignment on Tuesday at the Arizona Complex League. If everything goes smoothly, he is projected to return to Cincy's big-league bullpen by Aug. 19, according to manager David Bell. Antone is working his way back from a second Tommy John procedure that he had […]

Eury Perez Back In Action In Minors

Miami Marlins rookie right-hander Eury Perez got the start for Double-A Pensacola on Wednesday in his first minor-league start since being sent down on July 7 so the team can manage his workload. It was a tough pill for fantasy managers to swallow when the Fish sent the 20-year-old Dominican down, as he had gone […]

Jonah Heim Leaves Early With Wrist Soreness

Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim (wrist) left Wednesday's game early against the Houston Astros with left-wrist soreness. Heim will continue to be evaluated, so consider him day-to-day for now and check back Thursday morning for an update on his condition. The injury occurred on a swing from Heim in the fourth inning. It would be […]