Eduardo Escobar Up To 32 Doubles

Minnesota Twins third baseman/shortstop Eduardo Escobar continued his ridiculous season on Tuesday. Escobar went 2-for-4 with two doubles, one run and three RBI to help defeat the Boston Red Sox. The big game raises Escobar's batting average to .305 with a .941 OPS, 12 homers, 32 doubles, 35 runs and 48 RBI. Escobar's 32 doubles […]

Byron Buxton Hitless In Rehab Game

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) went 0-for-4 in a rehab game with Triple-A Rochester. This was Buxton's first rehab game as he works his way back from a fractured big toe. The speedy outfielder has struggled through an injury-filled season, first landing on the disabled list with migraines in April and then fracturing his […]

Joey Votto Hits Grand Slam Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto went 1-for-3 with a grand slam and two walks to help down the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday. The grand slam was the third of Votto's illustrious career and gave him seven homers and 36 RBI on the season. The All-Star first baseman has seen his power numbers dip significantly […]

Greg Robinson Signs With Browns

The Cleveland Browns signed offensive lineman Greg Robinson to a deal on Tuesday. Robinson, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 draft, played six games with the Detroit Lions in 2017 before coming down with an ankle injury. Robinson, originally drafted by the St. Louis Rams, is one of the bigger draft busts in […]

Jaylen Samuels Flashing Versatility

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Samuels is turning some heads during the offseason, mostly due to his skills in the passing game. The rookie running back played all over the field in college at North Carolina State, lining up as a running back, wide receiver, and a tight end with the Wolfpack. Steelers head coach […]

Ben Roethlisberger Not Worrying About Contract

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is two years away from becoming a free agent but he told reporters that he is more concerned about winning games. Roethlisberger stated, "I care about record-breaking Super Bowl wins and things like that -- that's more important to me." Roethlisberger even mentioned that he would be willing to take […]

Baker Mayfield Still Has A Long Way To Go

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has made progress since the team made him the No. 1 overall pick in this year's NFL draft. That being said, Mayfield still has a way to go before he is ready to unseat Tyrod Taylor as the team's starting quarterback. Mayfield has already earned second-team reps in practices, but […]

Doubts Remain About Corey Coleman's Work Ethic

According to a story by beat reporter Scott Petrak, the Cleveland Browns still have doubts about wide receiver Corey Coleman's work ethic and football intelligence. There continue to be rumors about the Browns wanting to trade Coleman, who was their first-round draft pick back in 2016. The Browns drafted wideout Antonio Callaway in the fourth […]

Austin Corbett Could Be Browns Starting Left Tackle

The Cleveland Browns have to worry about filling the left tackle position for the first time since they drafted Joe Thomas back in 2007. With Thomas now retired, the team has a position battle for who will emerge as the starter at the position. It is expected to come down to rookie Austin Corbett and […]

Miguel Sano Grabs Two Hits In Minors

Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano made his first start for the Class A Fort Myers Miracle on Monday. He wound up going 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Sano struggled with injuries and his hitting with the big league club throughout the season and was demoted to Class A last week. There […]

Ian Kennedy Coughs Up Five Runs Monday

Kansas City Royals right-hander Ian Kennedy struggled in his start against the Texas Rangers on Monday. Kennedy allowed Texas to score five runs in six innings of work, striking out eight and walking three. Like usual, the home run ball is what led to most of Kennedy's struggles. He allowed two dingers in the game, […]

Whit Merrifield Playing Monday

Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield (knee) is in the starting lineup on Monday as the team's designated hitter. Merrifield left Sunday's game after he fouled a ball off of his knee with what the team called a bruise. He was called day-to-day at the time and is apparently feeling fine as he is […]

Joey Votto Drives In Two Sunday

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto turned in a solid game in his team's 8-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Votto went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. The big game gives Votto a .302/.425/.444 slash line to go along with six homers, 32 RBI, 34 runs, and 14 doubles. While he […]

Eduardo Escobar Picks Up Three Doubles

Minnesota Twins third baseman Eduardo Escobar stayed red-hot at the plate on Sunday. Escobar went 3-for-4 with three doubles and one RBI in his team's 4-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians. The big game raises Escobar's batting average to .302 with a .932 OPS, 30 doubles, 12 homers, 34 runs, and 45 RBI in what […]

Eugenio Suarez Blasts Homer Saturday

Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, a walk, and a strikeout in his team's 6-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. The homer gives Suarez 13 on the season, to go along with a .299 batting average, .951 OPS, 30 runs, and 50 RBI on the year. Suarez […]

Logan Morrison Drives In Three Saturday

Minnesota Twins first baseman Logan Morrison had a big hand in helping to beat the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. Morrison went 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run, and three RBI as the Twins beat Cleveland 9-3. The big game raises Morrison's batting average to .194 with a .650 OPS, seven homers, 26 runs, and 24 […]

Brian Dozier Rips Two-Run Homer Friday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier went 1-for-4 with a homer and three RBI in his team's 6-3 win over the Cleveland Indians on Friday. Dozier's highlight of the night was a two-run homer off of two-time Cy Young winner Corey Kluber in the fourth inning. With the return of Joe Mauer, who hit leadoff, […]

Nick Senzel Unlikely To Be Promoted In Near Future

Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel has been on a hot streak at Triple-A Louisville, which has caused the cries for him to be promoted to grow louder. Reds general manager Nick Krall told reporters, "We just want to make sure he has a place to play. He's been progressing well, and he's making good […]

Homer Bailey Scratched From Next Rehab Start

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey (knee) has been scratched from his next scheduled rehab start. Bailey was set to make his second rehab start at Triple-A Louisville on Saturday but his injured knee is bothering him too much. According to interim manager Jim Riggleman, “He pulled himself off of the rehab. He just wasn’t feeling […]

Mason Rudolph Could Push For Backup Job

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph has performed well in offseason team practices. According to reports, the rookie has performed better than any Pittsburgh rookie quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger. So well, in fact, that many associated with the team believe he could make a serious push to become the team's backup quarterback behind Roethlisberger. Landry Jones […]

Corey Coleman Entering Make-Or-Break Year

New Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley did not hold back when asked about wide receiver Corey Coleman on Thursday. Haley stated, "He understands this is a big, big year in his career. Year three is usually the make-or-break year of what kind of you're going to be. I've made that clear to him. He […]

Cleveland Offensive Coordinator: Tyrod Taylor Is A Team Leader

Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley told reporters on Thursday that rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield has a long way to go and that Tyrod Taylor is the team's leader. Haley stated, "I would say it's clear Tyrod (Taylor) is the leader of this team, and that's a big component of that position also." Taylor reportedly […]

Scooter Gennett Scores Twice

Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett went 2-for-4 with two runs in his team's 7-0 win over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. The game raises Gennett's season batting average to .341 with a .928 OPS, 12 homers, 35 runs, 47 RBI, and one steal. It has been an impressive campaign for a player who […]

Jose Peraza Drives In One Run Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza turned in a big game against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. Peraza went 2-for-5 with a double, a run, and one RBI in his team's 7-0 win. The young infielder is now batting .267 with a .640 OPS, two homers, 34 runs, 18 RBI, and nine steals this season. […]

Eduardo Escobar Drives In Two Wednesday

Minnesota Twins shortstop/third baseman Eduardo Escobar went 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. Escobar was one of the few bright spots for the Twins, as he provided all the offense in his team's 5-2 loss. The veteran infielder has been impressive at the plate this season, batting .291 […]

Brian Dozier Hitless Wednesday

Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier saw his struggles continue on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers. Dozier went 0-for-2 with a walk and a run scored in his team's 5-2 loss. The hitless performance drops Dozier's batting average to .233 with a .716 OPS, nine homers, 39 runs and 26 RBI this season. Dozier's struggles […]

David Njoku Expected To Make Big Step Forward

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku finished his rookie season in 2017 with 32 catches for 386 yards and four touchdowns. According to head coach Hue Jackson, Njoku wore down as the season went on, an occurrence which is not unheard of for a rookie. That being said, Jackson expects Njoku to take a big […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Limited With Knee Injury

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster is being limited in minicamp with a knee injury. Smith-Schuster himself called the injury "frustrating" but he is expected to be fine for the start of training camp. The second-year receiver wouldn't divulge exactly what is bothering his knee, stating, "Just something that's been bothering me over time. Kind […]

Several Key Browns Missing Minicamp

The Cleveland Browns opened minicamp without several key players on Wednesday. Linebackers Mychal Kendricks (ankle) and Jamie Collins (knee), along with rookie wide receiver Antonio Callaway (groin), will all not participate in minicamp. According to a report, head coach Hue Jackson expects all three to be on the field when training camp opens. Kendricks was […]

Homer Bailey Struggles In First Rehab Appearance

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey (knee) was hit hard in his first rehab start on Monday. Bailey has been on the disabled list with right knee inflammation since June 1. The veteran hurler allowed five runs in three innings at Triple-A Louisville, walking one and striking out one while throwing 68 pitches. Bailey's struggles at […]