Jack Flaherty To Make Spring Debut Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said that right-hander Jack Flaherty's Grapefruit League debut will come this Sunday instead of Saturday due to "lower-half discomfort." Flaherty's injury isn't considered serious. The 27-year-old's fantasy stock has fallen considerably in 2023 after he made just nine appearances (eight starts) for the Red Birds last year due to […]

Daniel Hudson Might Not Be Ready For Opening Day

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Daniel Hudson (ankle, knee) is progressing, but he might not be ready for Opening Day, according to manager Dave Roberts. Hudson has been throwing full-intensity bullpen sessions at spring training, but he's still nursing ankle tendinitis that he picked up while rehabbing from a torn left ACL that he suffered […]

Miguel Rojas Withdraws From World Baseball Classic

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas announced that he plans to withdraw from this year's World Baseball Classic for Team Venezuela. It was a mutual decision between Rojas and the Dodgers now that he will be the primary shortstop in the wake of Gavin Lux's (knee) season-ending torn ACL. Utility man Chris Taylor will also […]

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), […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]