Robbie Ray Already Rehabbing Following Tommy John Surgery

Seattle Mariners left-hander Robbie Ray (elbow) is scheduled to head to the team's spring training facilities in Arizona on May 26 to begin post-surgery work, according to general manager Justin Hollander. The normal progression for recovery from Tommy John surgery is to not begin throwing until at least six months after the procedure, which was […]

Dylan Moore Moving Rehab To Triple-A

Seattle Mariners backup middle infielder Dylan Moore (core) is moving his minor-league rehab assignment to Triple-A Tacoma on Tuesday with hopes that he could return to the Mariners during their 10-game homestand. When Moore is back, Seattle will have roster decisions to make regarding their middle-infield depth, specifically on second baseman Kolten Wong's situation given […]

Kodai Senga Pushed Back To Wednesday

New York Mets starting pitchers Tylor Megill and Kodai Senga will swap spots in the starting rotation this week, with Megill facing the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday and Senga being pushed back to Wednesday. The move prevents the Mets from having to use Senga on normal rest on Sunday on the road against the Colorado […]

Eloy Jimenez To Spend 3-4 Days On Rehab Assignment

Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said that outfielder Eloy Jimenez (abdomen) will spend three to four days on a minor-league rehab assignment with Double-A Birmingham this week before the team evaluates him. Infielder Elvis Andrus (oblique) will also need a rehab assignment, and it probably won't come until next week. If everything goes well […]

Liam Hendriks Expected To Throw Again Friday

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks is now expected to have his next throwing session on Friday. Manager Pedro Grifol said Hendrik's velocity and stuff "ticked up" during his simulated game on Monday. There is no set date for his return from the injured list, but it sounds like the team will make a decision […]

Jake Burger In The Two-Hole Tuesday

Chicago White Sox third baseman Jake Burger is serving as the designated hitter and is batting second in the lineup on Tuesday against the Cleveland Guardians and left-hander Logan Allen. Meanwhile, outfielder Andrew Benintendi is being moved down to No. 6 in the batting order against the southpaw pitcher. Burger was taking groundballs at second […]

Aaron Rodgers Suffers Calf Strain Tuesday

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (calf) reportedly suffered a strained calf at organized team activities on Tuesday, according to sources. However, the injury is considered minor as of now, and the expectation is that he should be back fairly soon. Rodgers remained on the field after getting hurt in warmups and walked slowly from […]

Darick Hall Getting Close To Rehab Assignment

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Darick Hall (thumb) has yet to face live pitching, but he is hitting on the field, fielding ground balls and running. Manager Rob Thomson said Hall is getting close to a minor-league rehab assignment, and he can be activated from the 60-day injured list as early as June 5. Hall had […]

Andrew Painter Continues To Play Catch

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitching prospect Andrew Painter (elbow) continues to play catch from 120 feet, and he could have a short bullpen session from 50-55 feet in the near future. The 20-year-old right-hander visited the team on May 9 to see team doctors and to throw in front of coaches and the medical staff. "He […]

Jose Alvarado Could Throw Another Bullpen Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado (elbow) threw a flat-ground bullpen session on Monday, and if he feels OK, he will throw a regular bullpen session on Wednesday. He will throw a second bullpen at some point before facing hitters. The 28-year-old will also require a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Phillies' bullpen. It's […]

Luke Jackson To Make Another Rehab Outing Wednesday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Luke Jackson (elbow) missed all of last year while rehabbing from Tommy John surgery before signing a two-year deal with the Giants in January. He started a minor-league rehab assignment with Single-A San Jose on May 14 and worked a scoreless inning while sitting at 95 mph with his fastball. […]

Austin Slater To Run The Bases

San Francisco Giants outfielder Austin Slater (hamstring) left the team's game against the Washington Nationals on May 10 with left-hamstring tightness while running out a grounder. An MRI exam showed a Grade 1 strain, prompting the team to put him on the 10-day injured list the next day. Slater has continued his rehab in San […]

Ross Stripling Dealing With Grade 1 Back Strain

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Ross Stripling (back) left his May 17 start against the Philadelphia Phillies with lower-back tightness, and an MRI exam showed a Grade 1 strain, which forced him to the 15-day injured list on May 19. Stripling was expected to rest over the weekend before being re-evaluated after that. He stayed […]

Joey Bart To Begin Baseball Activities

San Francisco Giants catcher Joey Bart (groin) played through right-groin tightness in April, but he started to experience a similar issue on his left side on May 17, and an MRI exam showed a Grade 1 strain, causing him to land on the 10-day injured list on May 19. Bart was scheduled to start baseball […]

Logan Webb Expected To Make Next Start On Thursday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb (back) is expected to make his next start. He had scans done on his back that didn't show any structural damage after he was forced to leave his last start on Saturday against the Miami Marlins with lower-back tightness, according to manager Gabe Kapler. Webb threw up to […]

Tariq Woolen Has Knee Surgery, Out Until Training Camp

Seattle Seahawks Pro Bowl cornerback Tariq Woolen (knee), a 2022 fifth-round pick who tied for the league lead in interceptions in his rookie year, had arthroscopic knee surgery on Tuesday that is expected to keep him out until training camp, according to league sources. The 24-year-old finished his first year in the NFL with 63 […]

Stefon Diggs Not In Attendance At OTAs

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said that wide receiver Stefon Diggs is not in attendance for voluntary organized team activities this week at this point. Diggs also didn't report for voluntary team workouts last month, and there remains some concern that the 29-year-old star wideout isn't happy with his situation. He showed his frustration […]

John Metchie III Recovering From Hamstring Strain

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (hamstring) is recovering from a strained hamstring and has been sidelined for the past several weeks at offseason practices, according to league sources. However, he's on track to make a full recovery by training camp at the end of July after suffering the soft-tissue injury during a workout […]

DJ Chark Held Out Of OTAs Monday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Chark (ankle) was present for the first day of organized team activities on Monday, but he didn't take part in team drills while still recovering from offseason ankle surgery. He'll likely continue to be limited this spring, but he's expected to be ready for full participation later this summer for […]

Dallas Goedert Wants To Improve His Route-Running

Already one of the best tight ends in the NFL, Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert is looking to improve his route-running and releases this offseason and has spent more time with the team's wide receivers. The 28-year-old was on his way to a career season in 2022 before suffering a shoulder injury that sidelined […]

Breece Hall Not Taking Part In OTAs

New York Jets second-year running back Breece Hall (knee) and offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (knee) both will not be taking part in organized team activities this week. Head coach Robert Saleh told reporters in early April that Hall "looks fantastic" after tearing his ACL in October of his rookie season, but the team isn't going […]

Lamar Jackson Reports To Day 2 Of OTAs

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has reported to Day 2 of organized team activities on Tuesday after he did not attend the first day on Monday, according to The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec. With the Ravens implementing a new offensive scheme this year under offensive coordinator Todd Monken, it's a great sign that Jackson is present […]

Austin Ekeler To Remain With Chargers In 2023

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler, who had requested a trade this offseason, will now stay with the team in 2023 with $1.75 million in incentives added to his deal this year, according to a source. The 28-year-old will become a free agent after this season. Head coach Brandon Staley said on Monday that […]

Easton McGee Expected To Have Tommy John Surgery

Seattle Mariners right-hander Easton McGee (elbow) is expected to have Tommy John surgery, with Dr. Keith Meister performing the procedure. McGee went on the injured list with a flexor strain in his right forearm, with the cause being instability in his UCL. The 25-year-old will now miss the remainder of the 2023 campaign and most […]

A's Reinstate Seth Brown From Injured List

The Oakland Athletics reinstated outfielder Seth Brown (oblique) from the 10-day injured list on Monday and optioned infielder Jordan Diaz to Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move. Brown is starting in right field and is hitting cleanup in his first game back on Monday night against right-hander Luis Castillo and the Seattle Mariners. The […]

Tyler Glasnow Expected To Make Season Debut Saturday

The Tampa Bay Rays are expected to reinstate starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow (oblique) from the injured list in order to start on Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers at home. Glasnow has looked like his old self in his last two minor-league rehab starts for Triple-A Durham, and he's allowed just one run on eight […]

Justin Turner Back In Action Against Angels

Boston Red Sox third baseman Justin Turner (knee) is back in the starting lineup on Monday against the Los Angeles Angels and right-hander Jaime Barria, serving as the designated hitter and batting third in the lineup. Turner had missed the last two games over the weekend after leaving Friday's game against the San Diego Padres […]

Byron Buxton Returns To Monday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (knee) is back in the team's starting lineup on Monday against right-hander John Brebbia and the San Francisco Giants. Buxton is serving as the designated hitter and is batting in the three-hole. The oft-injured 29-year-old outfielder was pulled from Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels early due to right-knee […]

Bobby Witt Jr. Dropped To Sixth In Batting Order

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. has been dropped to sixth in the batting order on Monday against the Detroit Tigers and right-hander Michael Lorenzen. It's the lowest spot in the order that Witt has occupied so far this year, and he's mostly been KC's leadoff hitter. But the 22-year-old has been slumping at […]

DeAndre Hopkins Remains Away From Team

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins remains away from the team for the start of organized team activities on Monday. Hopkins continues to work out on his own and remains in contact with teammates. "Phoenix is home," Hopkins said. "It's where I have been the last three years. Working out there, there's no emphasis other […]