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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 […]
Matt Terelle
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 […]
Matt Terelle
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 […]
Matt Terelle
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 […]
Matt Terelle
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 […]
Matt Terelle
Ehire Adrianza Turns In Massive Game Tuesday
Minnesota Twins shortstop Ehire Adrianza turned in a huge game against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday. Adrianza went 3-for-4 with a grand slam to provide all the offense in his team's 4-0 win. The utility infielder normally isn't known as an offensive force but he certainly could have fooled the Tigers on Tuesday. Adrianza is […]
Matt Terelle
Joe Mauer Hitless In First Rehab Game
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) went 0-for-3 on Tuesday in his first rehab game with Triple-A Rochester. The veteran served as Rochester's designated hitter on Tuesday and is expected to play a full nine innings at first base on Wednesday. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May with a concussion but […]
Matt Terelle
Byron Buxton Showing Progress
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) was reportedly on the field stretching with his team before Tuesday's game. Buxton has been on the disabled list since May 30 after trying to play through a fractured left big toe, which he originally suffered in late April. Manager Paul Molitor told reporters that Buxton isn't likely to […]
Matt Terelle
Jarvis Landry Could Be Used More Downfield
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry has made a name for himself with the Miami Dolphins as a solid slot receiver who operates close to the line of scrimmage and rarely runs routes downfield. Landry averaged just 8.8 yards per catch in 2017, shockingly failing to eclipse 1,000 receiving yards despite catching 112 passes. According […]
Matt Terelle
Byron Buxton Runs Bases On Sunday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) did some baserunning drills on Sunday. Buxton is on the disabled list with a fractured left big toe, an injury which he sustained while on a rehab assignment. According to reports, Buxton was not going full speed but he was testing himself going from first to third. He was […]
Matt Terelle
Joe Mauer To Go On Rehab Assignment
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) is heading to Scranton to begin a rehab assignment. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May with a concussion but appears to be ready for live action. There is not a definite timetable for how long he will be on the rehab assignment but it is […]
Matt Terelle
Fernando Romero Picks Up Third Win
Minnesota Twins right-hander Fernando Romero picked up his third win of the season on Sunday as he held the Los Angeles Angels to two earned runs in five innings of work. Romero struck out five and walked two in the ballgame. The win improves Romero's record to 3-2 with a 3.92 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and […]
Matt Terelle
Jake Cave Turns In Career Game Sunday
Minnesota Twins center fielder Jake Cave had a career day against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday. Cave went 3-for-4 with a homer, a double, a run scored, and three RBI to help down the Angels 7-5. Cave, who was just promoted from Triple-A on Saturday to help in the outfield with Byron Buxton injured, […]
Matt Terelle
Scooter Gennett Drives In Two Sunday
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett continued his excellent season on Sunday against the St. Louis Cardinals. Gennett went 1-for-4 with two RBI to help power his team to a 6-3 win. The Cincinnati second baseman has been absolutely dominant at the plate this season, batting .340 with a .932 OPS, 12 homers, 33 runs, […]
Matt Terelle
Kyle Gibson Pitches Well Again
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kyle Gibson turned in another strong performance on Saturday. Gibson held the Los Angeles Angels to two runs over seven innings of work, striking out five and walking two but he took the loss as his offense only gave him one run of support. Gibson now has a 1-4 record, 3.45 ERA, […]
Matt Terelle
Eugenio Suarez Goes Yard Saturday
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday. The homer goes down as his 12th of the season, to go along with a .298 batting average, .948 OPS, 28 runs, and 47 RBI. Suarez missed almost two weeks this season with a fractured thumb […]
Matt Terelle
Carlos Hyde Expected To Open Season As Starter
According to a report from long-time Cleveland Browns beat reporter Tony Grossi, Carlos Hyde is expected to open the season as the team's starting running back. Hyde signed with the team as a free agent this offseason but the selection of Nick Chubb in April's draft cast some uncertainty over what Hyde's role would be. […]
Matt Terelle
Steelers Likely To Sign Chris Boswell To Long-Term Deal
Pittsburgh Steelers beat reporter Ed Bouchette expects the team and kicker Chris Boswell to agree to a new long-term contract. The team tendered the restricted free agent at a second-round level this offseason and he will play the 2018 season on a one-year, $2.91 million contract. It appears likely that the two sides will hammer […]
Matt Terelle
Josh Gordon Could Be Next Brown To Receive Contract Extension
The Cleveland Browns recently agreed upon a contract extension with running back Duke Johnson. Long-time Browns beat reporter Tony Grossi believes that wide receiver Josh Gordon could be the next player on the team to receive an extension. Due to his multiple suspensions, Gordon is making just over $700,000 in 2018 and can become a […]
Matt Terelle
Joey Votto Drives In Two On Friday
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run, and two RBI in his team's 7-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday. The big game raises Votto's batting average to .307 with an .861 OPS, six homers, 32 runs, 27 RBI, and one steal. Votto got off to a […]
Matt Terelle
Lance Lynn Continues Recent Success
Minnesota Twins right-hander Lance Lynn pitched well against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. Lynn pitched six innings of one-run ball, striking out seven and walking just one, but he had to settle for a no-decision. This marks Lynn's fourth straight productive start for the Twins, as he's starting to round into form after a […]
Matt Terelle
Ervin Santana Plays Catch Thursday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Ervin Santana (finger) played catch on Thursday. Santana has been sidelined all season after having surgery on the middle finger of his pitching hand back in February. He was on a rehab assignment last week when he felt discomfort in the finger, which ended that. Santana is expected to work off a […]
Matt Terelle
Eduardo Escobar Launches 12th Homer
Minnesota Twins infielder Eduardo Escobar continued his power surge at the plate on Thursday. Escobar went 2-for-4 with a homer and two RBI to help down the Chicago White Sox 7-2. Escobar is in the middle of a breakout campaign, batting .286 with 12 homers, 31 runs, and 38 RBI in 56 games. He is […]
Matt Terelle
Jose Berrios Dominant In Complete Game
Minnesota Twins right-hander Jose Berrios was excellent in his start against the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Berrios pitched a complete game, allowing two runs while striking out 10 to pick up his seventh win of the season. He scattered six hits and did not walk a batter in the outing. The 24-year-old hurler continues […]
Matt Terelle
Duke Johnson Agrees To Contract Extension With Browns
The Cleveland Browns and running back Duke Johnson agreed to a three-year, $15.6 million contract extension on Thursday. Johnson will get $7.7 million guaranteed and the $5 million average per year makes him a top-10 running back in terms of annual salary. The extension assures Johnson will remain in Cleveland, as he would have gone […]
Matt Terelle
Josh Gordon Impresses At OTAs
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield came away from organized team activities extremely impressed by wide receiver Josh Gordon. When asked about Gordon, Mayfield stated, "Physically talented. I’ve never seen anybody like him, bar none. He’s definitely gifted." Mayfield is expected to open the season as the second-string quarterback but he and Gordon could combine […]
Matt Terelle
Homer Bailey To Go On Rehab Assignment Soon
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey (knee) is expected to go on a rehab assignment in four or five days, according to interim manager Jim Riggleman. Bailey landed on the disabled list on Saturday after coming down with knee inflammation, but it appears the issue isn't too serious, as he's close to resuming baseball activity. Bailey […]
Matt Terelle
Miguel Sano And Max Kepler Out, Logan Morrison In Thursday
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano and outfielder Max Kepler are out of the lineup on Thursday while Logan Morrison (back) will return. Morrison had missed the past three games with back stiffness. Sano will be replaced at third base by Eduardo Escobar while Robbie Grossman is in right field.
Matt Terelle
Scooter Gennett Not In Lineup Thursday
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Colorado Rockies. He will be replaced at second base by Brandon Dixon, who is batting seventh. This appears to be a regular day of rest for Gennett, who dealt with a sore throwing shoulder back in April. Gennett has […]
Matt Terelle
Jake Odorizzi Takes Third Loss Wednesday
Minnesota Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi took his third loss of the season on Wednesday as the Chicago White Sox beat his team 5-2. Odorizzi didn't pitch too poorly, allowing three runs in five innings of work while striking out seven, but his offense provided just two runs of support behind him. Odorizzi is now 3-3 […]
Matt Terelle