Mariners Claim Hagen Danner

According to Scott Mitchell of TSN Sports, the Seattle Mariners have claimed relief pitcher Hagen Danner off of waivers. The 26-year-old made a brief one-inning appearance with Toronto in 2023 and spent the entire 2024 campaign in the minor leagues. Across 34 1/3 innings of relief with Triple-A Buffalo, the right-hander posted a 3.15 ERA […]

Luis Garcia Avoids Arbitration

According to Ari Alexander of KPRC2, the Houston Astros and starting pitcher Luis Garcia (elbow) have agreed to a one-year, $1.875 million contract to avoid salary arbitration. The 28-year-old has been sidelined since undergoing Tommy John surgery in May of 2023. However, Garcia began throwing earlier in September, suggesting he should be expected to be […]

Yankees Have Checked In On Jorge Polanco

According to Mark W. Sanchez of the New York Post, the New York Yankees have checked in on free agent infielder Jorge Polanco. The Yankees have been searching for an infielder following the departure of Gleyber Torres. While they could opt to have an internal option replace Torres, Polanco has the ability to play both […]

Pirates Showing Interest In Randal Grichuk

According to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com, the Pittsburgh Pirates are showing interest in free agent outfielder Randal Grichuk. The Pirates have been in the market for an outfielder all offseason and have been reported to have shown interest in Alex Verdugo. The 33-year-old is coming off one of best seasons of his 11-year MLB career […]

Zack Short Inks Minor-League Deal With Houston

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the Houston Astros have signed infielder Zack Short to a minor league deal that includes an invite to spring training. Short logged 42 games in the major leagues last summer with three different clubs. He held an overall .129/.282/.171 with three doubles and two stolen bases. He posted […]

Matthew Linskey Shipped To Houston

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, right-handed pitching prospect Matthew Linskey was traded to the Houston Astros in exchange for infielder Grae Kessinger. The 22-year-old joined the Arizona system in 2023 in the 16th round of the MLB Draft. In 2024, the Rice product logged 22 1/3 innings of relief at Single-A. He performed […]

Grae Kessinger Traded To Arizona

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the Houston Astros have traded infielder Grae Kessinger to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Matthew Linskey. Kessinger was removed from the 40-man roster earlier this offseason when the Astros acquired first baseman Christian Walker. Across 49 major leagues during the 2023 and 2024 seasons, […]

Sean Monahan Exits Tuesday's Game Early

According to the team, Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan (upper body) exited Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins early with an injury. The 30-year-old was unable to play during most of the third period. Before leaving, he tallied an assist and two shots on goal. This point extended his scoring streak to four games. […]

Filip Chytil Exits On Tuesday With Upper-Body Injury

According to Peter Baugh of The Athletic, New York Rangers center Filip Chytil (upper body) exited Tuesday's game early with an injury. The 25-year-old did not play during the entire third period. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to their next match on Tuesday evening, as Chytil has sustained several upper body injuries […]

Brock Faber Sustains Injury On Tuesday

According to the team, Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber (upper body) sustained an injury during Tuesday's contest. The 22-year-old logged just over four minutes of ice time before sustaining the injury. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status before their next game against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday evening. Faber has been a […]

Steven Stamkos Exits Early On Tuesday

According to Brooks Bratten of the Predators, center Steven Stamkos (undisclosed) exited Tuesday's game against the Winnipeg Jets early with an injury. Stamkos sat out the entire third period of Tuesday's contest. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next game on Saturday night against the Washington Capitals. Before exiting, […]

Evgeni Malkin Sidelined With Upper-Body Injury

According to the team, Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (upper body) did not play in Tuesday's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Malkin was a late scratch to the lineup after he was not seen during warmups. However, he did participate in the morning skate. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status before their […]

Josh Morrissey Day-To-Day With Lower Body Injury

According to Mike McIntyre of Winnipeg News, Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (lower body) is day-to-day with a lower body injury. The 29-year-old left Tuesday's contest against the Nashville Predators in the second frame with this injury. Before exiting, Morrissey scored a goal and blocked a shot. McIntyre noted that the defender is currently viewed […]

Mets Meet With Tanner Scott

According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the New York Mets have met with free-agent relief pitcher Tanner Scott. Scott is viewed as one of the top remaining relief pitchers available on the open market. Sammon noted that according to a source, the Mets are looking to continue to bolster their current bullpen. Even though […]

Boston Showing Interest In A.J. Minter

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Boston Red Sox have had multiple discussions with left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Minter. Minter has spent his entire eight-year MLB career with the Atlanta Braves. Last season, the southpaw logged 34 1/3 innings with a 2.62 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP. Minter was deployed as an eighth inning […]

Matt McLain Could See Time In The Outfield

According to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain could see time in the outfield in 2025. Earlier this week, the Cincinnati Reds traded for second baseman Gavin Lux which complicates their infield depth chart. While Lux could eventually move to the hot corner, McLain has begun to see time […]

Noelvi Marte Could Open 2025 Season In The Minors

According to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte could open the 2025 season in the minor leagues. After acquiring Gavin Lux from the Los Angeles Dodgers, Marte could be without a permanent spot in the lineup. The 23-year-old missed the first 80 games of the 2024 season due to […]

Justin Verlander Signs One-Year Contract With San Francisco

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the San Francisco Giants have signed free agent starting pitcher Justin Verlander to a one-year contract pending physical. The 41-year-old had a disappointing season last season with the Astros as he posted a 5.48 ERA and a 1.38 across 90 1/3 innings of work. The right-hander opened the season […]

Kyle Hamilton Limited With Knee Injury

According to Jamison Hensley of ESPN, Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (knee) was a limited participant during Tuesday's practice. The star defensive back saw his typical workload during their Week 18 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week but seeing him open the week as a […]

John Metchie III Does Not Practice On Tuesday

According to the team, Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (shoulder) did not practice on Tuesday. The 24-year-old wideout exited Sunday's game early. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week as he could be in danger of missing Saturday's contest against the Los Angeles Chargers. Before exiting, Metchie saw four […]

Quentin Johnston Logs Limited Session On Tuesday

According to the team, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston (thigh) was a limited participant on Tuesday. Johnston is coming off a career-day where he tallied 186 yards on 13 receptions. This was only the second time this season he eclipsed 100 yards in a single game and first time he brought in double-digit […]

J.K. Dobbins Limited On Tuesday

According to the team, Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (ankle) was a limited participant during Tuesday's practice. Dobbins missed four games earlier this season due to an MCL sprain but now appears to have a minor ankle injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week. However, seeing him open […]

Ashton Jeanty Declares For 2025 NFL Draft

According to Ari Meirov of the 33rd Team, Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Jeanty is coming off one of the most impressive seasons of a college running back as he totaled 2,601 rushing yards with 29 touchdowns. Only Oklahoma State's Barry Sanders tallied more yards on the […]

Blue Jays, Cubs, Mariners Interested In Yoan Moncada

According to Francys Romero, the Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago Cubs, and Seattle Mariners have continued to show interest in free agent third baseman Yoan Moncada. Romero noted that the third base market continues to wait as Alex Bregman's new contract will likely reset the market. The 29-year-old played in only 12 games last season due […]

Pirates Showing Interest In Alex Verdugo

According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, the Pittsburgh Pirates have shown interest in free-agent outfielder Alex Verdugo. While Murray did not indicate how strong the interest was, Verdugo would likely have an everyday role in right field if he joins the Pirates. Last season with the Yankees, the 28-year-old had a disappointing performance, as he […]

Roansy Contreras Designated For Assignment

According to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer, the Reds have designated right-handed pitcher Roansy Contreras for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for Gavin Lux who was acquired via a trade on Monday evening. Contreras was claimed by the Reds earlier this offseason but will now be placed waivers once again. Contreras logged […]

Matt Festa Designated For Assignment

According to the team, the Texas Rangers have designated right-handed pitcher Matt Festa for assignment. This transaction opened a spot on the roster for right-handed pitcher Chris Martin, who the Rangers acquired on Monday evening. Last season, Festa spent time in both the major and minor leagues. In 23 2/3 innings in the big leagues, […]

Brent Rooker Signs Five-Year Extension

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Athletics have signed designated hitter Brent Rooker to a five-year contract extension worth $60 million. The contract includes a sixth-year vesting option at $22 million which could be further increased. This new extension will now pay Rooker $30 million over the next three seasons which would have been […]

Jacob Markstrom Snaps Losing Skid On Monday

New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom stopped 21 of the 23 shots he faced en route to defeating the Seattle Kraken. Markstrom was beat by an Adam Larsson wrist shot in the second and a Shane Wright power-play goal in the final frame. Entering this contest, Markstrom lost his previous two starts and held a […]

Devon Toews Busy In Monday's Victory

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews scored twice and added an assist during Monday's victory over the Florida Panthers. Toews scored his first goal of the evening in the second period on a wrist shot. In the third frame, he opened the scoring which eventually served as the game-winner. Later in the period, Toews would tally […]