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Walker Buehler Begins Throwing Program
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (elbow) began his throwing program on Wednesday by playing catch from 60 feet on a limited number of throws. It's a notable milestone for Buehler, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery last August. The 28-year-old made 12 starts last year and had a 4.02 ERA (3.80 FIP), […]
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Injuries Affecting Adam Wainwright's Velocity
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright (back, finger) had a burn on his index finger and the skin gave way during his Grapefruit League start on Thursday. He has also been trying to get a muscle in his leg/lower back to engage after experiencing back spasms. The back issue has limited his leg drive […]
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Rhys Hoskins To Make Spring Debut As DH Friday
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins (knee), who has been on a slower progression than usual this spring after having a minor knee procedure in the offseason, will make his Grapefruit League debut as the designated hitter on Friday against the Detroit Tigers. Hoskins is then scheduled to make his spring debut at first base […]
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Brendan Rodgers Going For Second Opinion
Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (shoulder) will get a second opinion after the first opinion on his dislocated left shoulder called for season-ending surgery. The Rockies will consider internal candidates first and don't seem to have any interest in bringing infielder Jose Iglesias back. Already a player that fantasy managers in most leagues are […]
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Breece Hall "Doing Great In Recovery"
New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) "is doing great in his recovery," according to general manager Joe Douglas. "Breece is doing great in his recovery. I know he had a visit with Dr. Cooper in Dallas and he's progressing great," Douglas said. "Really, Breece, AVT, Mekhi, they're all doing great in their recovery […]
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Duane Brown, Mekhi Becton Recovering From Injuries
New York Jets offensive tackle Duane Brown (shoulder) missed the first four games last year and required surgery in the offseason, but "he's recovering well," according to general manager Joe Douglas. Brown turns 38 in August, though, and retirement is a possibility this offseason. Left tackle Mekhi Becton (knee) hasn't played much in his time […]
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Jamal Adams Making Good Progress
Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams (quadriceps), who suffered a season-ending quadriceps injury in Week 1 last year, is "making progress" this offseason, according to head coach Pete Carroll. "He's doing his stuff. We'll see him in the next week or so in person, so we're anxious to get connected with him," Carroll said. The 27-year-old […]
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Jordyn Brooks Doing Well In His Rehab
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (knee), who tore his ACL late last season, is "doing really well," according to head coach Pete Carroll. However, there remains no specific timeline on Brooks' recovery. Seattle is optimistic about the 25-year-old's recovery, but it remains to be seen if he'll be ready for the start of the 2023 […]
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Patriots Could Look To Trade For DeAndre Hopkins, Brandin Cooks
The New England Patriots are unlikely to use a top draft pick to address their need at wide receiver, and the free-agent market is thin at the position this offseason. It could lead Bill Belichick and the Patriots to trade for a wideout. The Athletic's Chad Graff writes that the Patriots' top trade options at […]
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La'El Collins Could Be A Cap Casualty
Cincinnati Bengals right tackle La'El Collins missed most of last season with a back injury, struggled mightily and then ended his season by tearing his ACL and MCL on Christmas Eve. He will turn 30 years old before training camp, and cutting him this offseason would save $6.1 million against the 2023 salary cap with […]
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Chiefs Want To Sign Chris Jones, Frank Clark To New Deals
Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones and Frank Clark are heading into the final years of their deals in 2023 and have a salary cap number of more than $28 million, according to Over The Cap. General manager Brett Veach said the team would like to retain both Jones and Clark beyond next season. […]
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Anthony Richardson An Option For Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks are in a unique spot for the upcoming draft. They have their quarterback in Geno Smith but also own a top pick (No. 5) in the first round that they might not have again for quite some time. ESPN's Field Yates says that the dream scenario for University of Florida quarterback Anthony […]
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Alvin Kamara Pleads Not Guilty
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara pled not guilty to conspiracy to commit battery (a misdemeanor) and substantial bodily harm (felony) at a courthouse in Nevada. His trial is set for July 31. If he's found guilty, his discipline would likely come in the 2023 season. Kamara and three others were indicted in February […]
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Mets To Use Six-Man Rotation At Times In 2023
The New York Mets added pitchers Justin Verlander, Kodai Senga and Jose Quintana this offseason to address their starting-rotation needs. It puts internal options like David Peterson and Tylor Megill on the outside looking in, but the Mets are expected to use a six-man rotation at times this year. They're likely to add a sixth […]
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Edwin Diaz Won't Pitch Back-To-Back Days In WBC
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz said that he "won't pitch back-to-back days" in this year's World Baseball Classic for Team Puerto Rico. Diaz won't overexert himself before the start of the 2023 season, which is music to the ears of the Mets and fantasy managers alike. The 28-year-old right-hander is one of the most […]
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Corbin Burnes Making Spring Debut Thursday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes is expected to pitch two innings in his Cactus League debut on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers. It will also be Burnes' first time working with new catcher William Contreras in a game setting. RotoBaller's No. 2-ranked starting pitcher has made the All-Star team in each of the last […]
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Jose Leclerc Bows Out Of World Baseball Classic
Texas Rangers closer Jose Leclerc (neck) has officially dropped out of this year's World Baseball Classic for Team Dominican Republic, according to manager Bruce Bochy. General manager Chris Young said on Wednesday that LeClerc is dealing with some neck tightness. It remains to be seen when the 29-year-old will make his Cactus League debut in […]
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Brendan Rodgers Could Require Surgery
Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers (shoulder), who suffered a dislocated left shoulder in a Cactus League game earlier this week, has more damage than expected to his shoulder capsule. Doctors are still looking at him, but surgery is a possibility, which could threaten his entire 2023 season. If Rodgers misses the entire season, Ryan […]
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Matt Corral May Not Be Ready For Start Of OTAs
Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich said that quarterback Matt Corral (foot) may not be ready for the start of organized team activities this offseason. Corral is recovering from surgery for a Lisfranc foot injury, so it shouldn't be a huge surprise that he'll be behind early in the offseason. The 24-year-old missed all of […]
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Jaguars Expected To Franchise Tag Evan Engram
The Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to place the franchise tag on impending free-agent tight end Evan Engram, according to a source. The franchise tag for tight ends in 2023 is $11.345 million. After five disappointing seasons with the New York Giants after being a first-round pick in 2017, Engram signed a one-year deal with the […]
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Will Dissly Could Be Ready For Training Camp
Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (knee) suffered a rare knee injury that cut his 2022 campaign short, but he avoided surgery and could be ready for the start of training camp this summer, according to head coach Pete Carroll. "He's doing really well and making progress," Carroll said. The 26-year-old finished his fifth year […]
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Chiefs Discussing Extension With Orlando Brown
Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said that the team has been in discussions with left tackle Orlando Brown on a long-term contract extension. Brown played the 2023 season under the franchise tag and is likely to receive the tag for the second straight season by next Tuesday's deadline. However, there appears to be […]
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Buccaneers Expected To Release Cameron Brate
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to release tight end Cameron Brate in the coming days, according to a source. Brate has played nine seasons in Tampa and has a salary cap hit of around $5 million. He had a good run with the team in his nine seasons with 273 catches on 422 targets […]
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Jalen Carter Returns To Scouting Combine
University of Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter returned to the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Thursday to finish his interviews, measurements and other activities, according to a source. Carter was arrested on Wednesday on charges of reckless driving and racing in connection with a crash that killed one of his teammates and a recruiting […]
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Aaron Rodgers' Contract Likely To Be Restructured If He Returns
If Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers decides to return to the team in 2023, the Packers will likely be looking to restructure his contract. The current dead-money salary cap charge if Rodgers were to be traded or retire is just over $40 million. However, if Rodgers plays in 2023 and then is traded or […]
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Giants Not Close To Deal With Daniel Jones
New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen said the team isn't close to reaching a long-term contract extension with impending free-agent quarterback Daniel Jones. "You're starting to feel the time crunch a little bit. I wish we were a little bit closer on a deal than what we are right now. But again, there's still […]
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Daniel Hudson Progressing, Alex Reyes Not Throwing Off Mound
Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Daniel Hudson (ankle, knee) tore his left ACL last June but was expected to be fully recovered for the start of the 2023 season. However, he experienced right ankle tendinitis that set him back a few weeks. He's throwing bullpens in camp and is feeling healthy, but it's unclear if […]
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Royals Sign Jackie Bradley Jr. To Minor-League Deal
The Kansas City Royals signed free-agent outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. to a minor-league deal on Wednesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Bradley will be hoping to impress enough in spring training to win a spot on the Royals' Opening Day roster. He has fallen off a cliff offensively the last two seasons […]
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Cowboys To Run The Ball More In 2023?
Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy and previous offensive coordinator Kellen Moore had their differences in offensive philosophy, which is why the team parted ways with Moore after the 2022 season. "Kellen wants to light the scoreboard up. But I want to run the damn ball so I can rest my defense," McCarthy said. "I […]
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Jalen Carter Facing Two Misdemeanor Charges
University of Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter is being charged with two misdemeanors for reckless driving and racing in connection with a Jan. 15 fatal accident. NFL teams were not aware of Carter's involvement in this fatal crash until Wednesday morning, so there are now obviously character concerns surrounding him that come into play before […]
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