Mike Trout Says His Back Is A "Non-Issue"

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (back) said his back has been a "non-issue" for the last four months and it hasn't factored into his offseason much at all. That's excellent news for the Angels and fantasy managers as we approach the start of spring training. The 31-year-old played in only 119 games last season […]

Bailey Ober Could Be Odd Man Out In Twins Rotation

With the addition of right-hander Pablo Lopez via a trade with the Miami Marlins on Friday, the Minnesota Twins got a big addition to their starting rotation. The Twins now have the option of using a six-man rotation or making another trade. They could also be in the position to start right-hander Bailey Ober at […]

Sean Poppen Outrighted To Triple-A

San Diego Padres right-hander Sean Poppen has cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A El Paso. The Padres initially claimed Poppen off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 28-year-old saw action 29 times out of the bullpen for the Snakes in 2022, posting a 4.40 ERA (5.21 FIP), 1.36 WHIP, 12 walks and only […]

Pirates Designate Miguel Andujar For Assignment

The Pittsburgh Pirates designated infielder Miguel Andujar for assignment on Friday to make room on the 40-man roster for the recently signed Andrew McCutchen. The former New York Yankee, Andujar appeared in only 36 games in 2022 (27 with the Yankees) and slashed .235/.257/.311 with a .568 OPS, one home runs, 17 RBI, 13 runs […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Moving To Center Field

The Miami Marlins will move second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. to center field this year, according to general manager Kim Ng. Chisholm has played exclusively as a second baseman and shortstop during his major-league career, but All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez will now take over after being acquired from the Minnesota Twins on Friday, with […]

Twins Land Pablo Lopez And Two Prospects

The Minnesota Twins acquired right-hander Pablo Lopez and prospects Jose Salas and Byron Chourio from the Miami Marlins on Friday in exchange for All-Star second baseman Luiz Arraez, according to sources. Lopez went 10-10 with a 3.75 ERA (3.71 FIP), 1.17 WHIP and 23.6 percent strikeout rate in 180 innings over a career-high 32 starts […]

Marlins Acquire Luis Arraez From Twins

The Miami Marlins acquired All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez from the Minnesota Twins on Friday in exchange for right-hander Pablo Lopez and prospects Jose Salas and Byron Chourio, according to sources. Arraez won the American League batting title in 2022 by hitting .316 with a .375 on-base percentage, .420 slugging percentage, .795 OPS, career-high eight […]

Aaron Slegers Announces His Retirement

Free-agent right-hander Aaron Slegers officially announced on his Twitter account on Thursday that he is retiring from professional baseball. A right shoulder injury that limited him to two rehab outings last season is the big reason why he's decided to hang up his cleats after just five years in the big leagues. In his final […]

Cubs Designate Anthony Kay For Assignment

The Chicago Cubs designated left-hander Anthony Kay for assignment on Friday to make room on the 40-man roster for the recently signed Trey Mancini. The Cubs claimed Kay off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays in December, but he could be moving to another organization shortly. The 27-year-old southpaw tossed only two relief innings for […]

Dereck Rodriguez Re-Signs With Twins

The Minnesota Twins re-signed right-hander Dereck Rodriguez to a minor-league deal on Thursday, according to his agent Gavin Kahn. Rodriguez appeared in 49 games (35 starts) for the San Francisco Giants in his first two major-league seasons in 2018 and 2019, but since then he's made just four relief appearances (two for the Twins in […]

Tres Barrera Signs Minor-League Deal With Cardinals

Free-agent catcher Tres Barrera signed a minor-league deal with the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training, according to a source. Barrera has spent three major-league seasons with the Washington Nationals, slashing .231/.317/.315 with a .631 OPS, two home runs, 14 RBI and 10 runs scored in 162 plate […]

Yankees Have Discussed Jurickson Profar

The New York Yankees have discussed signing free-agent infielder/outfielder Jurickson Profar, but the Yankees are also adamant about staying under the "Steve Cohen tax" threshold of $293 million. They are currently at around $290 million. In addition to Profar, the Yankees have also checked in on Josh Harrison. The 29-year-old Profar reached free agency after […]

Mets Don't Want To Deal Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty

The New York Mets have been big spenders, but they also remain committed to the idea of building from within long term. Top prospects Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty don't seem to have a very good chance to make this year's Opening Day roster, but the team is reluctant to trade them. The Miami Marlins […]

Elijah Mitchell Faces Tough Matchup In Divisional Round

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell had nine carries for just two yards and caught two of three targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in the 41-23 win over the division-rival Seattle Seahawks in the wild-card round. The touchdown was only his third of the year and first receiving score, as he was […]

Rashod Bateman Making Progress

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that wide receiver Rashod Bateman (foot) should be running at full speed "really soon" as he returns from Lisfranc foot surgery. Harbaugh said it's possible that Bateman could play next season without the surgical screws in his foot, as long as it's best for him. The 23-year-old pass-catcher […]

Jonah Williams, Alex Cappa Ruled Out Against Bills

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has ruled out left tackle Jonah Williams (knee) and offensive guard Alex Cappa (ankle) for the Divisional Round game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Williams dislocated his kneecap in the wild-card win over the Baltimore Ravens, but there's a chance he could return next weekend if the Bengals […]

Jamison Crowder Won't Play In Divisional Round

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said that wide receiver Jamison Crowder (ankle) will not play in the Divisional Round against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, but he is moving in the right direction. Crowder remains on Injured Reserve and his 21-day practice window is open, so he could return to the field if the […]

Greg Gaines Undergoes Surgery

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Greg Gaines (bicep, shoulder) recently underwent a labral and bicep tendon repair with Dr. Neal Elattrache. Gaines suffered the injury in training camp last summer and played through it in 2022. He's facing a two-month recovery, so the 26-year-old is not expected to have any limitations this offseason. Gaines managed […]

Damar Hamlin Facing Lengthy Recovery

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has started making great strides in his recovery from a cardiac arrest earlier this month, but he still has a long ways to go in his recovery, according to his family spokesman Jordon Rooney. "Despite being out of the hospital, Damar still has a lengthy recovery. Damar still requires oxygen […]

Falcons Interview Brian Flores For DC Job

The Atlanta Falcons interviewed Pittsburgh Steelers senior defensive assistant and linebackers coach Brian Flores for their vacant defensive coordinator position on Thursday, according to a source. Flores is also a strong candidate to land the head-coaching job with the Arizona Cardinals, but if that doesn't transpire, he could head to Atlanta. He notably opened a […]

Colts Request To Interview Brian Callahan For Head Coach

The Indianapolis Colts have requested to interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan for their head-coaching position, according to a source. The 38-year-old is in his fourth year as Cincy's offensive coordinator, and this will be his second career head-coaching interview. He interviewed for the Denver Broncos job in 2021. Callahan has been a major […]

Dolphins Fire Defensive Coordinator Josh Boyer

The Miami Dolphins announced on Thursday that they have parted ways with defensive coordinator Josh Boyer. In addition to Boyer, safeties coach Steve Gregory, outside linebackers coach Ty McKenzie and assistant linebackers coach Steve Ferentz were relieved of their duties. Boyer had been with Miami for the last four years (three as defensive coordinator). Season-ending […]

Aaron Donald Won't Play In Pro Bowl

Los Angeles Rams All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald (ankle) told the league that he will be unable to participate in this year's Pro Bowl. Washington Commanders defensive lineman Daron Payne will take Donald's place for the NFC. Donald, who has made the Pro Bowl in all nine of his NFL seasons, had the worst year […]

Jordyn Brooks Undergoes Surgery Thursday

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (knee) announced on Instagram on Thursday that he had successful surgery on his right knee after suffering a season-ending ACL injury in Week 17. Brooks is expected to be facing around a nine-month rehab, so he'll most likely be fighting an uphill battle to be ready for the start of […]

Mecole Hardman Ruled Out For Divisional Round

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (pelvis) has officially been ruled out for the Divisional Round game against the Jacksonville Jaguars this Saturday after he missed practice all week. Hardman hasn't played since Week 9, but he could be ready to return next weekend if the Chiefs win on Saturday and advance to the […]

Justus Sheffield Designated For Assignment

The Seattle Mariners designated left-hander Justus Sheffield for assignment on Thursday to make room on the 40-man roster for infielder Tommy La Stella, who was signed to a one-year deal Thursday. Sheffield has pitched in five major-league seasons (four with Seattle) and has gone 12-12 with a 5.47 ERA (4.77 FIP), 1.63 WHIP and 18.2 […]

Mariners Sign Tommy La Stella

The Seattle Mariners signed free-agent infielder Tommy La Stella to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. La Stella was released by the San Francisco Giants this offseason after slashing .245/.297/.380 with a .677 OPS, nine home runs, 41 RBI and 43 runs scored in 136 games over the last two seasons. The 33-year-old left-handed slugger […]

Reds Outright Matt Reynolds To Minors

Cincinnati Reds infielder Matt Reynolds cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday. Reynolds has the option to decline the outright assignment and become a free agent after he was designated for assignment last Friday to make room on the 40-man roster for right-hander Luke Weaver. The 32-year-old will simply serve as organizational […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Clears Waivers, Outrighted To Minors

Chicago Cubs right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday. Leiter was designated for assignment last week but will remain with the Cubs for now. The 31-year-old made 35 appearances (four starts) for Chicago in 2022, going 2-7 with a 3.99 ERA (4.29 FIP), 1.14 WHIP, a career-high […]

Pedro Leon Out 6-8 Weeks After Hernia Surgery

Houston Astros prospect Pedro Leon (hernia), the team's No. 4 prospect per MLB Pipeline, had sports-hernia surgery on Tuesday and will not be in attendance at major-league spring training. He is expected to be out for roughly six to eight weeks. It's a tough break for the 24-year-old heading into the 2023 campaign, ensuring that […]