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Browns Haven't Ruled Out Pursuing Trent Williams
The Cleveland Browns are still reportedly considering making a run at Washington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams. According to ESPN's Josina Anderson, trading for Williams is "still on the table" for Cleveland and the team is "keeping their thumb on the situation." She went on to say that something between the two teams could happen […]
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Odell Beckham Jr. Progressing Well In Rehab
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (core) is progressing well in his rehab, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. In regards to both Beckham and Jarvis Landry's respective rehabs from offseason surgery, Stefanski told reporters, “Both those guys are exactly where they need to be in terms of rehab progression." Beckham had surgery to […]
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Jarvis Landry's Rehab Going Well
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (hip) is on track in his rehab, according to coach Kevin Stefanski. Landry had surgery to repair the labrum in his hip back in February with the expectation he would need 6-8 months to recover. Speaking of both Landry and Odell Beckham Jr., Stefanski stated, "Both those guys are […]
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Travis Jankowski's Hamstring Is Feeling Good
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Travis Jankowski (hamstring) has progressed to running drills as he works his way back from a strained hamstring. According to team manager David Bell, the team expects no "further limitations" when it comes to Jankowski's injured hamstring. Jankowski originally injured the hamstring back on February 29 when he pulled up while running […]
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Josh VanMeter Feeling Good
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Josh VanMeter (shin) is feeling good, according to manager David Bell. VanMeter had been dealing with left shin tendinitis during spring training but should be fine for Opening Day, whenever that may be. Bell told reporters that VanMeter is now feeling 100%. The 25-year-old was competing for a spot on the Opening […]
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Freddy Galvis Feeling 100%
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Freddy Galvis (quad) is feeling 100%, according to manager David Bell. Galvis missed some time in spring training with a left quad strain before camps were suspended by the coronavirus last week. The layoff has proven to be helpful for Galvis, who should be able to hit the ground running once teams […]
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Nick Senzel's Rehab Slowed
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (shoulder) has seen his rehab slowed by the suspended camps this spring. Senzel is working his way back after having labrum surgery on his right shoulder back in September. According to manager David Bell, the layoff has slowed Senzel's rehab, indicating that Senzel would be about a week further along […]
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Eugenio Suarez Making Progress
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (shoulder) plans to resume his throwing, swinging, and fielding programs next week. Suarez had offseason shoulder surgery after a swimming pool accident and was scheduled to make his spring debut last week before MLB suspended camps. According to team manager David Bell, Suarez is "feeling great" and is on […]
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Todd Gurley Signs With Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons and running back Todd Gurley II have agreed upon a one-year, $5 million contract, pending a physical. Gurley was released by the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday but he wasn't looking for work for long. The 25-year-old running back will immediately slot in as the team's lead back, taking the place of […]
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Hunter Greene Throws a Bullpen Wednesday
Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Hunter Greene (elbow) threw a successful bullpen session on Wednesday. Greene missed all of the 2019 season after Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. The 20-year-old is regarded as one of the top pitching prospects in baseball, armed with a fastball that can top 100 MPH and a plus breaking […]
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Tom Brady Will Not Be Back With Pats
Free-agent quarterback Tom Brady announced on Instagram that he will not be returning to the New England Patriots for the 2020 season. In Brady's announcement, he thanked the New England organization, including his teammates and Bill Belichick before going on to state, "I don't know what my football future holds but it is time for […]
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DeAndre Hopkins Traded to Cardinals
In a blockbuster deal, the Arizona Cardinals acquired wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and a fourth-round pick from the Houston Texans in a Monday afternoon trade. The Cardinals will send running back David Johnson, a second-round pick in 2020, and a fourth-rounder in 2021 to Houston in exchange. According to reports, the Texans did not want […]
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Austin Hooper Agrees to Deal With Cleveland
The Cleveland Browns have agreed to a deal with free-agent tight end Austin Hooper, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport. ESPN is reporting that the deal between Cleveland and Hooper is for four years and $44 million. While the deal cannot be made official until Wednesday, the Browns are expected to make […]
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Browns Interested In Austin Hooper
The Cleveland Browns are reportedly interested in free-agent tight end Austin Hooper, according to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot. Cabot tweeted on Monday that the Browns have Hooper on their radar as the free-agent negotiation period opened up at noon on Monday. The team's interest in Hooper could indicate that they are planning to move on […]
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Kareem Hunt Given Second-Round Tender
The Cleveland Browns placed a second-round tender on restricted free-agent running back Kareem Hunt on Monday. The tender means that a team would have to give the Browns a second-round pick if they sign Hunt and Cleveland chooses not to match the offer. Hunt is able to negotiate contracts with other teams but the Browns […]
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Michael Lorenzen Will Keep Working Out
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Michael Lorenzen plans to continue to work out, despite MLB shutting down Spring Training earlier in the week thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. While the Reds closed down their spring facility on Friday for cleaning, Lorenzen told reporters that he will treat the break as "an extended offseason." The right-hander has been […]
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Cleveland Releases Christian Kirksey
The Cleveland Browns released veteran linebacker Christian Kirksey on Tuesday. The team had been trying to restructure his deal, which called for him to earn $7.75 million in 2020. Apparently the two sides could not come to an agreement, so the six-year linebacker will be free to sign with another team. Kirksey was regarded as […]
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Nick Senzel Hits First Spring Homer
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel went 1-for-4 with a leadoff solo homer in a 3-3 Cactus League tie with the Chicago White Sox on Monday. Senzel is off to a slow start this spring, with that homer going into the books as his first hit in 10 spring at-bats. The former top prospect's camp got […]
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Eugenio Suarez Slated To DH On Friday
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (shoulder) is expected to be the team's designated hitter in Friday's Cactus League game. Team manager David Bell also told reporters that Suarez could possibly play on Thursday if his shoulder feels good. Suarez has been brought along slowly in camp after he injured his shoulder in the offseason […]
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Shogo Akiyama Likely To Bat Leadoff
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Shogo Akiyama is expected to serve as the team's leadoff hitter this season, according to manager David Bell. Bell reportedly likes the on-base approach from Akiyama and first baseman Joey Votto atop the Cincy lineup. Akiyama is embarking upon his first MLB season after spending the entirety of his nine-year career in […]
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Sonny Gray Allows Three Runs
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Sonny Gray allowed three runs in 2 1/3 innings of work in a spring start against the Kansas City Royals on Saturday. Gray struck out three and walked one while allowing five hits, including a homer. The veteran right-hander had bone chips removed from his elbow back in September but it hasn't […]
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Eugenio Suarez Taking Swings
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (shoulder) took some swings in the batting cage on Friday. The Reds have not yet set a date for when he will be available to play in Cactus League games but they are still hopeful that the star third baseman will be ready for Opening Day. Suarez had offseason […]
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Luis Castillo Strikes Out Five
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo was sharp in his spring start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. Castillo allowed one run over three innings while notching five strikeouts. The young flamethrower has allowed just two runs over his past five innings of work in Cactus League action. Castillo struck out 226 batters over 190 2/3 […]
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Browns Looking Into Trent Williams, Jason Peters
The Cleveland Browns will "explore" a trade for Washington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Washington gave Williams permission to explore a trade, meaning Williams is probably not part of new head coach Ron Rivera's plans going forward. The story indicated that Cleveland may have to part with the 10th […]
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Raisel Iglesias Allows Two Runs Wednesday
Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias allowed two runs in one inning in a 6-6 tie with the Chicago Cubs in Cactus League action on Wednesday. Iglesias allowed two hits and struck out one in the frame. The rough outing raises Iglesias' ERA to 10.80 this spring. Iglesias struggled at times in 2019, posting a 3-12 […]
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Freddy Galvis Dealing With Quad Tightness
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Freddy Galvis was scratched from Wednesday's Cactus League game with left quad tightness. Galvis was originally slated to serve as the team's designated hitter in the contest. Utility man Derek Dietrich will instead operate as the team's DH against the Chicago Cubs. There is no indication as to the severity of Galvis' […]
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Jesse Winker Dealing With Illness
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jesse Winker will not participate in Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Chicago Cubs as he is dealing with an illness. Winker has already dealt with a bruised left wrist/forearm this spring after getting hit by a pitch a few weeks back. There is no reason to expect Winker to miss more […]
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Nicholas Castellanos Expected Back Thursday
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nicholas Castellanos (illness) is expected to return to Cactus League action on Thursday. Castellanos was scratched from the lineup last Friday after he got sick and hasn't played since. The veteran outfielder appears to be over the illness and should be back as in the lineup as he gets ready for his […]
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Nick Senzel Close To Making Cactus League Debut
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Senzel (shoulder) is close to making his spring debut after undergoing right shoulder surgery back in September. Senzel is expected to be in the lineup as the team's designated hitter for a Thursday game against the Milwaukee Brewers. While Senzel's return to the lineup is encouraging, there is some question as […]
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Eugenio Suarez Making Progress In Rehab
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (shoulder) is making progress in his rehab from offseason shoulder surgery. Suarez began some light throwing on Thursday and was able to swing the bat with both arms for the first time on Friday. Suarez told reporters, "My arm, my shoulder feels OK, feeling better. I just want to […]
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