Falcons Acquire Jonnu Smith From Patriots

The Atlanta Falcons acquired tight end Jonnu Smith from the New England Patriots on Monday, according to sources. The Patriots will receive a seventh-round pick in exchange. Trading away Smith will open up some 2023 salary cap space for the Patriots while also cementing Hunter Henry in as their unquestioned top pass-catching tight end. In […]

Fernando Tatis Jr. Serving As DH Monday

San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (knee) is batting third and serving as the designated hitter in Monday's Cactus League game against the San Francisco Giants and left-hander Sean Manaea. Tatis was scratched from Sunday's lineup with a left knee bruise, but obviously it's not a very serious injury. The 24-year-old superstar will be […]

A's Option JJ Bleday To Triple-A

The Oakland Athletics optioned outfielder JJ Bleday to Triple-A Las Vegas on Sunday. Bleday is headed for some more minor-league seasoning to begin the 2023 season, but he'll surely be up with the A's at some point this year. He was acquired from the Miami Marlins in the offseason in the deal that sent left-hander […]

Anthony Volpe Has Been Red-Hot This Spring

New York Yankees shortstop prospect Anthony Volpe is doing "everything he needs to do" in the competition for the starting job at shortstop this spring, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Volpe crushed a home run and added a double in Sunday's Grapefruit League game as he continues his push to win the starting job […]

Kodai Senga Throws On Flat Ground Monday

After a couple days of rest, New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (finger) threw off flat ground on Monday morning from around 90 feet. Senga didn't appear to be throwing at maximum effort, but it was a step in the right direction. The Japanese hurler is confident he'll be ready for the start of the […]

Michael Brantley Back At Camp

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley (personal, shoulder) is back with the team in spring training on Monday. Brantley was away from the team due to personal reasons, but he has yet to make his Grapefruit League debut while recovering from surgery he had on his right labrum last August. The Astros aren't ruling out Opening […]

Lance McCullers Jr. To Throw Again Monday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (forearm) will throw for a second time on Monday in the batting cages. It is McCullers' second throwing session in three days as he works to build his way back up after suffering a right forearm strain last month. The 29-year-old right-hander will open the 2023 season on […]

Yandy Diaz Back In The Lineup Monday

Tampa Bay Rays corner infielder Yandy Diaz (hand) is back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Monday against the Detroit Tigers and right-hander Miguel Diaz. Diaz is starting at third base and hitting leadoff for the Rays. Diaz was hit on the left hand by a pitch in the spring game on Friday, and this […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Should Return To Lineup In A Few Days

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (knee) should be fine to return to the Grapefruit League lineup in a few days after his baserunning session went well over the weekend. It sounds like the knee worry is almost behind him. Guerrero is dealing with right knee inflammation, but the Blue Jays were taking […]

Buccaneers Expected To Target Baker Mayfield

When free agency begins next week, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to target ex-Los Angeles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield as a potential starting option. Mayfield could also be competition for Kyle Trask, the team's former second-round pick, who the Bucs like a lot after Tom Brady's retirement. Mayfield was cut by the Carolina Panthers […]

Matt Milano Given Two-Year Extension

The Buffalo Bills and All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano agreed on a two-year contract extension through the 2026 season, according to sources. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the move will save Buffalo $6 million in salary cap space in 2023. Milano earned the extension by having one of his best seasons last […]

Buccaneers Rework Russell Gage's Contract

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and wide receiver Russell Gage reworked his contract on Sunday to create additional salary cap space for 2023, taking his base salary this year from $10 million to $7 million, which is now fully guaranteed. Gage also has a chance to hit reasonable incentives and earn it back, according to sources. […]

Jets Agree To Three-Year Extension With Quincy Williams

The New York Jets and linebacker Quincy Williams agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract extension on Sunday that maxes out at $21 million with incentives, according to a source. Williams has recorded back-to-back 100-tackles seasons for the Jets while playing with his little brother Quinnen Williams. In his fourth NFL season, the 26-year-old officially […]

Commanders Give Daron Payne A Four-Year Extension

The Washington Commanders signed star defensive tackle Daron Payne to a four-year extension worth $90 million on Sunday, according to sources. It comes after the team placed the franchise tag on Payne, and he becomes the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history not named Aaron Donald. The deal includes $60 million guaranteed. The 25-year-old led […]

Dolphins Acquire Jalen Ramsey From The Rams

The Miami Dolphins acquired Pro Bowl cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday in exchange for a third-round pick (No. 77) in 2023 and tight end Hunter Long. The trade will be officially processed on Wednesday when the new league year begins. The Rams are moving on from another player as they […]

Garrett Whitlock, Brayan Bello Face Live Hitters

Boston Red Sox pitchers Garrett Whitlock (hip) and Brayan Bello (forearm) both threw to live hitters on Saturday in camp. Whitlock showed no ill-effects from right hip surgery he had last September when he threw two string innings (46 pitches). His next step will be his Grapefruit League debut against the Rays on Wednesday. Bello […]

John Schreiber Fans Two In Saturday's Outing

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher John Schreiber walked none and struck out two in 1 2/3 scoreless and hitless innings in his Grapefruit League outing on Saturday against the Minnesota Twins. The 29-year-old right-hander faced five batters in his most recent spring outing. In his second season in Boston last year, Schreiber had a career-best […]

DL Hall Throws Live Session On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles left-hander DL Hall's (back) live batting practice session on Sunday went "extremely well," and he has another one scheduled for Tuesday at spring training. If his session on Tuesday also goes well, the Orioles are hoping to get Hall into a Grapefruit League game. The 24-year-old southpaw is building himself up as a […]

Justin Turner Could Resume Baseball Activities Monday

Boston Red Sox third baseman/designated hitter Justin Turner (face), who had his stitches removed this weekend, could resume baseball activities on Monday. Turner was hit in the face by a pitch in a Grapefruit League game last Monday and needed 16 stitches after being taken to a local hospital. He's been feeling good and is […]

Michael Massey Returns To Spring Lineup

Kansas City Royals second baseman Michael Massey (ankle) is back in the team's Cactus League lineup on Sunday against the Cleveland Guardians and right-hander Xzavion Curry. Massey is starting at second base and is hitting seventh in KC's batting order. The 24-year-old hasn't played since being hit in the ankle by a pitch on Wednesday. […]

Jordan Walker Will Hit On Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Jordan Walker (shoulder) said that he plans to hit on Sunday. "Yeah, I'm going to hit today. I'm not playing today, but I'm going to go to the cages to hit," Walker said. The 20-year-old suffered a strained right shoulder sliding into second base in the Grapefruit League game on […]

Kodai Senga Says He'll Be Ready For Opening Day

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (finger) say he will "for sure" be ready for his first start of the 2023 regular season despite dealing with right index finger tendinitis. Senga said through his interpreter that he is taking things day by day but could throw right now if he wanted to. He's merely exercising […]

Anthony Rizzo Scratched With Cranky Back

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) was scheduled to make the trip for Grapefruit League action on Sunday, but he was scratched from the lineup because his back is "a little cranky," according to manager Aaron Boone. The plan is for Rizzo to play again on Tuesday when the team returns home. Billy […]

Chris Sale Won't Start On Opening Day

Boston Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale (wrist) won't start on Opening Day, which manager Alex Cora said was the plan all along. Cora also said there is "a good chance" that Corey Kluber will get the nod to kick off the 2023 regular season. Sale is one day after Kluber in the spring training rotation, […]

Nathan Eovaldi To Start Triple-A Game Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (side) will start the team's Triple-A spring game on a back field on Monday. Like ace Jacob deGrom, Eovaldi has been a bit behind in camp while dealing with left side tightness. The Rangers are taking a cautious approach with both starters, but they will test it out in […]

Jacob deGrom To Pitch In Double-A Game Monday

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (side) will start the team's Double-A spring game on a back field on Monday. deGrom threw a successful bullpen session on Saturday and is now ready to make his debut in a spring game, albeit in a minor-league setting. If all goes well on Monday, the 34-year-old two-time Cy […]

Joey Votto Making Cactus League Debut Against Dodgers

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto (biceps, shoulder) is making his spring debut in the team's Cactus League game on Sunday against the Los Angeles Dodgers and right-hander Dustin May. Votto is starting at first base and batting second in the lineup. He missed the end of the 2022 season due to a torn rotator […]

Brandon Nimmo Making Spring Debut Sunday

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo is making his Grapefruit League debut on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays and right-hander Luis Patino. Nimmo is starting in center field and hitting in his usual leadoff spot in the batting order. The 29-year-old has been healthy this spring, but the Mets opted to hold him back […]

Forrest Whitley Sent To Minor-League Camp

The Houston Astros sent right-hander Forrest Whitley to minor-league camp on Sunday. Now ranked as the team's No. 21 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, Whitley's prospect status has faded in recent years due to injuries, struggles in the minors and a suspension. The 25-year-old starter went 0-2 with a 6.53 ERA, 1.57 WHIP and 45 strikeouts […]

Lance McCullers Jr. Throws On Saturday

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. (forearm) threw 30 pitches off flat ground on Saturday for the first time since a bullpen session on Feb. 14. McCullers is dealing with a small muscle strain in his right forearm and will open the 2023 campaign on the injured list. The 29-year-old will now begin to […]