MLB Sticking With Extra-Innings Baserunner

Major League Baseball will stick with a runner at second base in all regular season extra-inning games, according to a source familiar with the situation. MLB's joint competition committee voted unanimously to adopt the rule full time after it had been in place the last three years. The league is also tweaking the rule that […]

Nic Enright Diagnosed With Hodgkin's Lymphoma

Miami Marlins right-hander Nic Enright was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin's lymphoma in late December, 12 days after he was taken by the Marlins in the Rule 5 draft. The 26-year-old has developed a plan of attack and has avoided chemotherapy. Instead a port was put into his chest in December and he underwent a […]

Braves Impressed With Vaughn Grissom

Atlanta Braves third base coach/infielders coach Ron Washington has liked what he's seen from young shortstop Vaughn Grissom. "I'm not thinking he can do the job, I know he can do the job," Washington said when asked about Grissom's chances of being the Opening Day shortstop. "But he has to come up in here and […]

Bo Bichette Plans To Be More Aggressive On The Bases

Toronto Blue Jays general manager John Schneider said the team wants to be more aggressive on the bases in 2023, and shortstop Bo Bichette echoed that by saying he had already planned on being more aggressive this year, regardless of the new bases and rules. Bichette had 13 stolen bases in 2022 and a career-high […]

Kliff Kingsbury Meets With Ravens

Former Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury had talks with the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday about potentially joining their coaching staff, according to sources. However, the talks didn't produce an imminent fit on timing and other factors, according to a league source. Kingsbury took a little time away after being fired by the Cardinals following […]

Commanders To Interview Greg Roman For OC Job

The Washington Commanders will interview former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman this week for their vacant offensive coordinator position. The Commanders are also working on bringing in Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy for an interview after the Super Bowl concluded on Sunday. Roman had his fair share of success running Baltimore's offense […]

Lou Anarumo, Jonathan Gannon The Finalists In Arizona

According to a source, the Arizona Cardinals have focused their head-coaching search on Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon. The Cardinals have been waiting until after the Super Bowl to interview Gannon for the position, which is expected to happen on Monday. New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike […]

Lane Johnson To Have Surgery This Week

Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson (groin), who played through a torn adductor in the playoffs, will have surgery on it later this week, according to sources. Johnson delayed his surgery so that he could play in the postseason, but he'll now be able to recover during the offseason. The 32-year-old four-time Pro Bowler is […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Expected To Have Active Free-Agent Market

San Francisco 49ers impending free-agent quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is expected to attract significant interest on the open market next month. Among the teams that could have interest in him include the New York Jets, Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Garoppolo is highly unlikely to return to the 49ers in […]

Panthers Keeping Tabs On Derek Carr

The Carolina Panthers are expected to monitor Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr's situation this offseason to determine if he's worth pursuing as their quarterback in 2023 and beyond. Carr informed the Raiders on Sunday that he won't accept a trade to any NFL team, which means he's likely to be released before his contract […]

Jets Have Inquired About Aaron Rodgers

The New York Jets have inquired about Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers' availability this offseason, according to sources. It's a move that was expected for the Jets as they explore veteran QB options. Rodgers is still in the process of trying to decide whether he wants to continue playing in 2023, and if he […]

Patrick Mahomes Says He'll Be Ready For OTAs

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) said that his Grade 2 high-ankle sprain won't affect him being ready for organized team activities this offseason. "The only thing that will take a hit is my golf game," Mahomes said at his Super Bowl MVP press conference after the 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in […]

Andy Reid Considering Retirement?

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid didn't say "no" when asked if he'd retire following Super Bowl LVII against his old team, the Philadelphia Eagles, on Sunday, Feb. 12. Reid said he's enjoying this year's Super Bowl more than in some of his past trips to the big game, perhaps a sign that he's […]

Rex Ryan Interviews For Broncos Defensive Coordinator Job

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton surprisingly interviewed ESPN's Rex Ryan for the team's defensive coordinator position this week. Ryan was previously a head coach for the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills and currently works for ESPN. Payton and Ryan haven't worked in the NFL together in the past, but Payton has history with […]

Brian Johnson, Jim Bob Cooter Candidates For Panthers OC Job

Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks coach Brian Johnson is believed to be a candidate for the Carolina Panthers' offensive coordinator position. However, if current Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen becomes the next head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said they will likely promote Johnson to offensive coordinator. Johnson's work with quarterback Jalen […]

Thomas Brown To Meet With Buccaneers, Panthers

Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach Thomas Brown is scheduled to have a second interview with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wednesday for their offensive coordinator position, according to sources. He will then meet with the Carolina Panthers for a second interview on Thursday for the same position. Brown is a rising coach that knows […]

Dan Pitcher Staying In Cincinnati

Cincinnati Bengals quarterbacks coach Dan Pitcher will remain with the team for another season to work with quarterback Joe Burrow, according to sources. Pitcher had two interviews with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their offensive coordinator position and was considered a top candidate for the job. He'll most likely be in the mix for offensive […]

Texans Hire Bobby Slowik As Offensive Coordinator

The Houston Texans hired San Francisco 49ers passing-game coordinator Bobby Slowik as their offensive coordinator on Sunday, according to sources. Slowik and new Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans spent the last six years together in San Francisco, both starting their coaching careers as defensive quality control assistants. The 35-year-old Slowik hasn't called plays before in […]

Cardinals To Interview Jonathan Gannon

The Arizona Cardinals are expected to request permission to interview Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon for their vacant head-coaching position this week, according to sources. Arizona's other candidates for the job are New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka and Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. The Cardinals would interview Gannon on Monday, following […]

Colts Targeting Shane Steichen As Head Coach

The Indianapolis Colts are targeting Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen to be their next head coach after informing other remaining candidates on Sunday morning that they are moving in a different direction, according to sources. The Colts and Steichen can't officially agree to a deal until after Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, but the […]

Buccaneers To Rebuild Following Tom Brady's Retirement

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to go into full rebuild mode after quarterback Tom Brady announced his retirement earlier this month. Their biggest offseason priority is to get their books in order after pushing a bunch of salary cap hits into the future in the three years that Brady was in Tampa. They are currently […]

Leury Garcia Being Viewed As Backup

Chicago White Sox infielder Leury Garcia is being viewed as a backup heading into spring training this year. The White Sox and new manager Pedro Grifol are expected to use more of Romy Gonzalez and Lenyn Sosa at the keystone in 2023. The good news for Garcia is that he can also play some corner […]

Pirates Sign Kevin Plawecki To Minor-League Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed free-agent catcher Kevin Plawecki to a minor-league deal on Saturday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Pitchers and catchers will report to camp on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Plawecki played for the Boston Red Sox and Texas Rangers in 2022, hitting a combined .220/.286/.286 with a .572 OPS, only one […]

Jason Adam Wins Arbitration Case

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Jason Adam won his salary arbitration case against the team on Saturday and will make $1.775 million instead of the $1.55 million that the Rays offered. Despite the deal, the Rays could work out a contract extension for the 31-year-old pitcher this spring. In his first year with the Rays last […]

Marlins Acquire A.J. Puk From The A's

The Miami Marlins acquired left-handed pitcher A.J. Puk from the Oakland Athletics on Saturday in exchange for outfielder JJ Bleday. With the move to Miami, Puk will likely be ticketed for a relief role, at least to begin the 2023 season, given the stacked nature of the Marlins' current starting rotation. It's a bit of […]

Commanders Have Extension Talks With Daron Payne

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said the team has had contract-extension talks with defensive tackle Daron Payne. The 25-year-old was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his fifth NFL season, and he led the Commanders in 2022 with 11.5 sacks while also recording a career-high 64 tackles (32 solo), 18 […]

Calais Campbell Will Return For A 16th Season

Baltimore Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell confirmed on NFL GameDay on Sunday morning that he will return in 2023 for his 16th NFL season. Campbell injured his knee in Week 15 and returned in the Week 18 regular season finale. He finished his 15th NFL season in 2022 (third with the Ravens) with 36 tackles […]

Jason Kelce To Consider Retirement This Offseason

Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro center Jason Kelce will consider retirement in the weeks ahead. He will likely make his final decision on his playing future before the new league year begins in March, and the Eagles would like to have his decision by then as well. "I know it's coming," Kelce said. "It's getting closer and […]

Frank Clark Could Make History In Super Bowl

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark needs three sacks against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII on Sunday to become the NFL's all-time postseason sack leader. Clark currently sits in third place all time with 13.5 playoff sacks, behind only leader Willie McGinest (16) and Bruce Smith (14.5). Clark has 2.5 sacks so […]

Packers Open To Trading Aaron Rodgers

The Green Bay Packers are waiting for quarterback Aaron Rodgers to make a decision on his playing future, and asking for a trade and retirement are options. The Packers are respecting Rodgers' need for time to make his decision, and they are open to working with the four-time MVP on a trade if that's what […]