Ravens Still Optimistic About Extending Lamar Jackson

Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said that he "continues to be optimistic" regarding a long-term contract extension for quarterback Lamar Jackson. The Ravens and Jackson continue to be involved in a standoff, and it's been reported that Jackson wants more than the $230 million guaranteed that the Cleveland Browns gave quarterback Deshaun Watson last […]

George Valera Could Go For Imaging Tests

Cleveland Indians outfield prospect George Valera (wrist), who left Tuesday's Cactus League game after injuring his right wrist on a swing, will take a couple days off before potentially having an MRI exam on his wrist. It's the same wrist that he had surgery on his hamate bone, and manager Terry Francona said "it's hard […]

Miguel Vargas Could Hit This Weekend

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said infielder Miguel Vargas (finger) could be "green-lighted" to swing in Cactus League games "hopefully" by this weekend. Vargas has been playing in spring games but hasn't been allowed to hit, but he said he has started hitting in the batting cages. The 23-year-old youngster is recovering from a […]

German Marquez Throws Live BP Tuesday

Colorado Rockies right-hander German Marquez (hamstring) threw a two-inning live batting practice session on Tuesday, and his next action will be in a Cactus League game in a few days. Marquez is a bit behind the other pitchers in camp while dealing with left hamstring soreness, but he's coming along nicely now and will have […]

Simon Muzziotti Back In The Lineup Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Simon Muzziotti (knee) will be back in the Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins, starting in left field and batting ninth in the lineup. Muzziotti made his major-league debut with the Phillies in 2022 and went 1-for-7 with two strikeouts in just nine games played, and he ended the […]

Sam Hentges Week-To-Week With Shoulder Inflammation

Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Sam Hentges (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder inflammation and will be re-evaluated on a week-to-week basis. The 26-year-old left-hander had a strong 2.32 ERA (2.48 FIP), 0.97 WHIP, one save and 72 strikeouts in 62 relief innings in just his second major-league season in 2022, but he could be forced to […]

Nick Anderson To Make Spring Debut Wednesday

Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Nick Anderson (foot) is set to make his Grapefruit League debut on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Anderson didn't pitch at all in the big leagues in 2022 and finished the season on the 60-day injured list due to plantar fasciitis in his right foot. The 32-year-old right-handed reliever should […]

Hunter Dozier Scratched Wednesday With Illness

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (illness) was scratched from the team's Cactus League lineup on Wednesday against the Colorado Rockies due to an illness. In his absence, Nick Loftin will get the start at third base and will hit eighth in the batting order. The 31-year-old Dozier should be able to return to […]

Braves Option Chadwick Tromp To Triple-A

The Atlanta Braves optioned catcher Chadwick Tromp to Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday and reassigned right-handers Blake Burkhalter, Roel Ramirez and Brooks Wilson to minor-league camp. The Braves now have 61 total players in camp. It's not a surprise that Tromp was sent to Triple-A to begin the 2023 season with Sean Murphy and Travis d'Arnaud […]

Tyrone Taylor Out At Least Three Weeks

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Tyrone Taylor (elbow) received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his elbow and will be sidelined from any baseball activity for at least three more weeks. "We're looking at missing the first month of the season," manager Craig Counsell said. The 29-year-old will begin the 2023 season on the injured list due to […]

Triston Casas Homers In Tuesday's Game

Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, a run scored and a strikeout in Tuesday's Grapefruit League win over the Miami Marlins. The most notable was the fact that all of his damage came against left-handed pitching in this spring game. The 23-year-old enters the 2023 season […]

Tarik Skubal Playing Catch Five Times A Week

Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal (elbow) is completing his throwing progression and is playing catch five times a week right now. It's good progress for Skubal, but he will still miss the first couple months of the 2023 campaign due to a left elbow strain. When he's ready to return, he will have a spot […]

Anthony Santander To Play Wednesday

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (knee) said he will be back in the team's Grapefruit League lineup on Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Santander's knee is fine after he was hit by a pitch on his left knee on Monday. X-rays came back negative and he was diagnosed with a knee bruise. The 28-year-old […]

Felix Bautista To Throw Another Bullpen Session Saturday

Baltimore Orioles closer Felix Bautista (knee, shoulder) said he threw a bullpen session on Tuesday and will throw another one on Saturday. At this point, Bautista is feeling good and remains on track to be ready for Opening Day, barring a setback with his knee and shoulder soreness. The 27-year-old right-hander's next step in spring […]

Juan Soto Back In Cactus League Lineup

San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto (calf) is back in the team's Cactus League lineup on Wednesday, starting in left field and batting second against the Texas Rangers. Soto was scratched from the spring lineup on Monday as a precaution due to left calf tightness, but he's back in there to face the Rangers. The […]

Cody Bellinger Back In The Lineup Wednesday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger (illness) is back in the starting lineup for a Cactus League game against the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, starting in center field and batting cleanup. Bellinger made his spring training debut last Saturday, but he's been held out the last few days due to an illness. The 27-year-old former Rookie […]

Padres Agree To Deal With Rougned Odor

The San Diego Padres agreed to a minor-league deal with free-agent second baseman Rougned Odor on Wednesday. Odor has already reported to major-league spring training and will try to make the Padres' stacked roster for Opening Day. The 29-year-old left-handed slugger had three 30-homer seasons for the Texas Rangers in 2016, 2017 and 2019, but […]

Leslie Frazier Taking A Year Off

Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier has decided to take a year off from coaching in 2023 and plans to return in 2024. General manager Brandon Beane said that to his knowledge, Frazier's decision has nothing to do with his health. The 63-year-old definitely wants to return to coaching after some time away, but the […]

Eagles Hire Sean Desai As Defensive Coordinator

The Philadelphia Eagles hired Seattle Seahawks associate head coach/defensive assistant Sean Desai for their defensive coordinator job on Tuesday. Desai will be replacing Jonathan Gannon, who left to become the new head coach of the Arizona Cardinals this offseason. The 39-year-old spent the bulk of his NFL coaching career with the Chicago Bears, working under […]

Eagles Officially Promote Brian Johnson To Offensive Coordinator

The Philadelphia Eagles officially promoted quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson to offensive coordinator on Tuesday to replace new Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen, according to sources. Johnson had other opportunities for offensive coordinator jobs, but he ultimately chose to stay with the Eagles. Quarterback Jalen Hurts will now receive play calls from his former QB […]

Austin Blythe Announces His Retirement

Seattle Seahawks starting center Austin Blythe, who was scheduled to hit free agency on March 15, announced his retirement on Tuesday at the age of 30 on his official Instagram account. Blythe was originally drafted in the seventh round in 2016 by the Indianapolis Colts out of the University of Iowa. He played just one […]

Damar Hamlin Continues To See Specialists

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said that safety Damar Hamlin continues to see specialists. He has received good news to this point, but he still has "two or three more he has to see." The team's medical people continue to go through the process with Hamlin. "Assuming he gets full clearance I know he'd […]

Cardinals Will Listen To Calls For Third Overall Pick

Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort said the team will listen to trade calls for the No. 3 overall pick in this year's draft. Given the potential need for a team anxious to grab a quarterback in the top-five picks, it shouldn't come as a surprise. If the Cardinals don't end up trading away the […]

Browns To Release John Johnson III

The Cleveland Browns will release safety John Johnson III at the start of the new league year on March 15, barring a trade, according to sources. Johnson was entering the final year of a three-year contract that he signed in free agency in 2021. The 27-year-old should draw plenty of interest on the open market […]

Bryce Young's Size An Issue?

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is expected to be one of the first QBs off the board in this year's NFL draft, but his size has some concerned. Young stands around 5-foot-10 and less than 200 pounds. "You don't even have to quote anybody on that," said an AFC executive. "That's exactly what it is. The […]

Cowboys Not Opposed To Taking RB In First Round

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that he's not opposed to taking a running back in the first round of the NFL draft. "If you're taking a player in the top half, you're hoping you've got a player who is going to be here for 10 years," Jones said. The only realistic scenario […]

Cowboys Expect Tyron Smith To Be Back

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones expects offensive tackle Tyron Smith to be back with the team in 2023. "The biggest takeaway from our meetings was you can't have enough of these guys," Jones said. The Cowboys have three starting-caliber options at offensive tackle between Tyron Smith, Tyler Smith and Terence Steele, which is […]

Daron Payne Receives Franchise Tag From Washington

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne became the first player this offseason to receive the franchise tag on Tuesday, according to sources. Payne is projected to earn $18.937 million if he plays the 2023 season on the tag. The Commanders didn't use the non-exclusive tag, so other teams can make the 25-year-old offers this offseason. […]

Sam Howell To Compete For Starting Job

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said on Tuesday that quarterback Sam Howell is "not our starter" at the position, but he'll begin the offseason as the QB1 and will have an opportunity to win the job in training camp this summer. The Commanders plan to bring in a veteran QB to compete with Howell. […]

Titans Want To Use Chigoziem Okonkwo More

New Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Tim Kelly said on Tuesday that he wants to use tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo more in 2023. The fourth-round pick showed plenty of potential in his first NFL season in 2022, catching 32 of his 46 targets for 450 yards and three touchdowns in 17 games (eight starts) for the […]