Michael Kopech Reportedly In Best Shape Since 2021

Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech (knee) is in the "best physical shape since 2021," pitching coach Ethan Katz relayed to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. It's unclear just how much stock fantasy managers should take in this update, but it's a promising report nonetheless considering Kopech recently admitted he lost 20 pounds […]

Luis Rengifo Says He's Fully Healthy

Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo (biceps) told Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com that he is fully healthy after recovering from surgery to address his torn left biceps tendon. The injury kept him sidelined for most of September and October of last season, though he still managed to play while slashing .264/.339/.444 with a 114 wRC+. […]

Tyler Glasnow To Pitch In Opening Series

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow is expected to start a game during the team's season-opening, two-game series against the San Diego Padres in Korea. The series, which begins on March 20th, officially kicks off the 2024 MLB regular season. Glasnow was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers this season after an incredible run with […]

Pablo Sandoval Signs With Giants, Earns Camp Invite

The San Francisco Giants have signed veteran Pablo Sandoval to a minor league contract, according to Andrew Baggarly of The Athletic. Sandoval's deal includes an invitation to major league spring training. The 37-year-old has been out of Major League Baseball since 2021, and he was most recently a member of Dubai's Abu Dhabi Falcons after […]

Christopher Morel Opens Camp With Focus On Playing Third Base

Chicago Cubs infielder Christopher Morel is focusing on playing third base as Spring Training gets underway, manager Craig Counsell told the media on Saturday. The Cubs' new skipper explained that he wants to maximize Morel's impact both in the field and at the plate, and he thinks he can do so by giving the 24-year-old […]

Kyle Wright Opening Year On 60-Day IL

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Kyle Wright (right shoulder) has been placed on the 60-day injured list, according to an announcement from the team. His 40-man roster spot will be given to John Schreiber after he was traded from Boston to Kansas City on Saturday. This is merely a procedural move given that Wright will […]

Graham Ashcraft Ready To Pitch In Games

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft (toe) is ready to pitch in Spring Training games, manager David Bell told the media on Saturday. The former sixth-round pick wasn't incredibly effective last year, posting a 5.06 FIP, 6.86 K/9, and 1.42 HR/9. However, he was a readily available option for Cincinnati, staying healthy long enough to […]

Emilio Pagan, Nick Lodolo Throw Bullpens

Cincinnati Reds pitchers Emilio Pagan (sports hernia surgery) and Nick Lodolo (tibia) are both throwing bullpens as Spring Training gets underway, manager David Bell told the media on Saturday. Pagan pitched great as a Minnesota Twin last year, posting a 3.27 FIP, 8.44 K/9, 2.73 BB/9, and 0.65 HR/9. He was also a source of […]

Mariners Claim Levi Stoudt, DFA Canaan Smith-Njigba

The Seattle Mariners have claimed right-handed pitcher Levi Stoudt off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds. To create room on the 40-man roster, outfielder Canaan Smith-Njigba was designated for assignment. Adding Stoudt to the team is a noteworthy move for the Mariners. Seattle originally drafted him in the third round of the 2019 MLB Draft before […]

Geraldo Perdomo Named Diamondbacks' Starting Shortstop

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Geraldo Perdomo has been named the team's starting shortstop ahead of the 2024 season, manager Torey Lovullo announced on Friday. Perdomo has appeared in 292 games over his last two seasons but was far more productive in 2023, slashing .246/.353/.359 with a 12.9 BB%, 17.4 K%, 4.3 oWAR, 6.1 dWAR, 99 wRC+, […]

Angels Sign Hunter Strickland To Minor League Deal

The Los Angeles Angels have signed veteran reliever Hunter Strickland to a minor-league deal, the team announced. Strickland, 35, hasn't pitched in the majors since 2022 but will be invited to Spring Training with the Halos. He owns respectable numbers throughout his career, including a 3.93 xFIP, 8.43 K/9, 3.44 BB/9, and 0.94 HR/9. Even […]

Austin Warren Inks Deal With Giants

The San Francisco Giants have signed relief pitcher Austin Warren to a one-year deal, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Warren flashed dominance as a rookie with the Angels in 2021 but has struggled since then, posting 5.60 K/9, 2.55 BB/9, and 2.04 HR/9 over two seasons. He will likely fill a […]

Lou Trivino Re-Signs With Yankees

The New York Yankees have re-signed right-handed reliever Lou Trivino to a one-year deal with a club option for the 2025 season. According to Jon Morosi of MLB.com, the Yankees will pay Trivino $1.5 million this year, and his option is worth an additional $5 million. It should be noted that Trivino underwent Tommy John […]

Yankees Acquire Clayton Andrews From Brewers For Joshua Quezada

The New York Yankees have acquired left-handed pitcher Clayton Andrews from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for minor-league right-handed pitcher Joshua Quezada. Andrews is now on the Yankees' 40-man roster and will participate in Spring Training as he looks to carve out a bullpen role at the major league level. The 27-year-old disappointed in his […]

Peyton Burdick Traded To Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles have acquired outfielder Peyton Burdick from the Miami Marlins in exchange for cash considerations. To make room for Burdick on the 40-man roster, Baltimore shifted right-handed reliever Félix Bautista (elbow) to the 60-day injured list. Burdick had been designated for assignment by the Marlins last week, and the Orioles represent just his […]

Deebo Samuel Returns To Super Bowl

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (hamstring) has returned to Sunday's Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs. He suffered the injury on a non-contact play in which he was not the intended target. The 49ers initially listed him as questionable, but he checked back in for the first play of the next drive. […]

Deebo Samuel Questionable To Return Sunday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (hamstring) exited during the third quarter of Sunday's Super Bowl and is officially questionable to return. He suffered the injury on a non-contact play in which he was not the intended target. At the time of his departure, the talented playmaker had seven targets, two catches, two rushes, […]

Dre Greenlaw Feared To Have Torn Achilles

The San Francisco 49ers believe that linebacker Dre Greenlaw tore his Achilles during Sunday's Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. The unconventional injury occurred while Greenlaw was jogging onto the field. He was taken to the medical tent before being carted to the locker room, where he was […]

Dre Greenlaw Won't Return Sunday

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Drew Greenlaw (Achilles) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs. He initially injured himself while jogging onto the field. He was taken to the medical tent before being carted to the locker room. The team initially listed him as questionable but […]

Dre Greenlaw Injures Achilles During Super Bowl

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Drew Greenlaw exited Sunday's Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs with an Achilles injury. He is officially questionable to return. The injury occurred when Greenlaw was jogging onto the field. He was taken to the medical tent before being carted to the locker room. At the time of his departure, […]

Justyn Ross Won't Play In Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Justyn Ross is a healthy scratch for Sunday's Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. The 24-year-old rookie returned from suspension to play in 10 regular-season and two playoff games this year. He hasn't caught a pass since Week 18 and ultimately finished his rookie campaign with just six receptions […]

Kadarius Toney Inactive For Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney (coach's decision) is officially a healthy scratch for Sunday's Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. An apparent rift has grown between Toney and the team this playoffs, with the receiver accusing the Chiefs of misconstruing his injury status. Head coach Andy Reid indicated Toney would likely be […]

Jerick McKinnon Active For Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (groin) is officially active for Sunday's Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. He had been listed as questionable, and there still seemed to be some uncertainty surrounding his status even after the Chiefs activated him from injured reserve on Saturday. In the end, the talented, pass-catching veteran […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Super Bowl Updates for George Kittle, Rashee Rice, Jerick McKinnon, Clyde Edwards-Helaire

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Super Bowl, as of February 10. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Super Bowl, including George Kittle, Rashee Rice, Jerick McKinnon, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, every decision, transaction, […]

Padres Showing Interest In Jarren Duran

The San Diego Padres have expressed interest in acquiring outfielder Jarren Duran from the Boston Red Sox, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. While San Diego has engaged in discussions with Boston, they're not alone. Heyman notes that several other clubs have also reached out to the Red Sox. After a horrendous […]

Matt Barnes Throws In Front Of Scouts

Veteran relief pitcher Matt Barnes threw for a group of MLB scouts last week, according to Alex Speier of the Boston Globe. A hip injury cost Barnes the second half of his 2023 season, holding him to just 24 appearances with the Miami Marlins. He maintained a 4.15 FIP, 8.44 K/9, and 4.22 BB/9 while […]

Phillies Not Pursuing Significant Outfield Addition?

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski downplayed the team's speculative interest in acquiring an outfielder ahead of spring training. Even with Brandon Marsh (knee) expected to miss roughly one month, the Phillies don't feel as though his injury opens up enough playing time to warrant an external addition. "The reality is that we […]

MLB Places Billy Eppler On Ineligible List

Major League Baseball announced that former Los Angeles Angels and New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler has been placed on the ineligible list. This decision was a result of various infractions during Eppler's time with the Mets. Violations include improper use of injured list placements, deliberate fabrication of injuries, and submission of documentation to […]

Marlins Acquire Darren McCaughan, Designate Peyton Burdick

The Miami Marlins have acquired right-handed pitcher Darren McCaughan from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations. To make room for McCaughan on the 40-man roster, Miami designated outfielder Peyton Burdick for assignment. McCaughan, who will be 28 years old when the 2024 regular season begins, showed promise through limited major league action last […]

Jon Singleton On Fast Track To Make Opening Day Roster?

Houston Astros first baseman Jon Singleton appears to have the early advantage in the competition for a spot on the Opening Day active roster, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. As Rome notes, Singleton is out of options, making it more difficult for the team to send him to the minors. The veteran returned […]