Igor Shesterkin Shuts The Door On Senators On Tuesday

New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped all 20 shots he faced en route to defeating the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday evening. The Rangers dominated the shot total, but Shesterkin was able to set up when called on. Alexis Lafreniere would break the stalemate late in the opening frame and serve as the game-winner. This […]

Will Klein Traded To Seattle

According to the team, the Seattle Mariners have acquired right-handed pitcher Will Klein from the Athletics in exchange for international slot money. Klein was designated for assignment on Friday but will now take his talents to Seattle. Before the trade, Klein was ranked as the No.16 best prospect in the A's system. He logged only […]

Ron Marinaccio Designated For Assignment

According to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Sun-Times, the Chicago White Sox have designated right-handed pitcher Ron Marinaccio for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for left-handed pitcher Martin Perez, who agreed to a one-year $5 million contract. Marinaccio was claimed by the White Sox last season but never pitched for them. During the […]

Jose Quijada, Angels Avoid Arbitration

According to the team, left-handed pitcher Jose Quijada and the Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a one-year deal worth $1.75 million to avoid arbitration. This deal also includes a $3.75 million club option for the 2026 season. Quijada missed most of the 2024 campaign recovering from Tommy John surgery he underwent in 2023. However, […]

Donovan Solano Expected To Play Primarily At First Base

According to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com, Seattle Mariners infielder Donovan Solano is expected to spend most of the 2025 season at first base. Solano signed a one-year contract with the Mariners earlier this offseason. Throughout his career, he has been deployed at several positions in the infield, but it appears the Mariners view him primarily […]

Cade Horton On Track For Normal Spring Training

According to Ryan Herrera of JustBaseball.com, Chicago Cubs starting pitching prospect Cade Horton (shoulder) is expected to have a normal spring training. The top arm in the Chicago system was on track to make his major-league debut last summer but was eventually shut down with a shoulder injury in May. Before the injury, Horton held […]

Daniel Jones Could Return To Minnesota

According to Alec Lewis of The Athletic, quarterback Daniel Jones could return to the Minnesota Vikings for the 2025 season. While Lewis noted that Jones is expected to test free agency, he could be a part of Minnesota's plans if Sam Darnold were to depart. This would present an opportunity for Jones to operate as […]

Carlton Davis Could Test Free-Agent Market

According to Colton Pouncy and Amos Morale III of The Athletic, Detroit Lions defensive back Carlton Davis could depart in free agency. Pouncy and Morale also mentioned offensive guard Kevin Zeitler as another name who could depart in free agency. With the Lions already losing offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and also potentially defensive coordinator Aaron […]

Lavonte David Considering Retirement

According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, linebacker Lavonte David is considering retirement. Stroud reported that the 34-year-old linebacker will take some time to discuss his future with his family before making a decision. However, given that David played on a one-year deal during the 2024 season, retirement seems likely. During his career, […]

Patriots Hire Josh McDaniels As Offensive Coordinator

According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, the New England Patriots are hiring Josh McDaniels as their new offensive coordinator. McDaniels has had two prior tenures with the New England Patriots and will now be tasked to be a critical part of developing their new franchise quarterback, Drake Maye. McDaniels joined the Patriots for the […]

Kenley Jansen Not Expected To Return To Boston

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Boston Red Sox are not expected to re-sign free-agent relief pitcher Kenley Jansen. The team remains linked to several of the top relief pitchers, but Jansen will likely not return to Boston. The 37-year-old spent the past two seasons with the Red Sox and held a 3.44 ERA […]

Pirates Designate Tristan Gray For Assignment

According to Alex Stumpf of MLB.com, the Pittsburgh Pirates have designated infielder Tristan Gray for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for Andrew McCutchen, who was added to the Pittsburgh roster on a one-year contract. Over the past two seasons, Gray has appeared in just 15 games at the major league level. Across this […]

Reds Sign Alex Young To Minor-League Contract

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Cincinnati Reds have signed left-handed pitcher Alex Young to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Young logged just 15 2/3 innings of major league play last season and performed well with a 2.87 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP. Through 32 innings […]

Ryder Ryan Inks Minor-League Deal With Pittsburgh

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed right-handed pitcher Ryder Ryan to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. Ryder logged 20 2/3 innings with the Pirates last season and posted a 5.66 ERA and a 1.45 WHIP. He struck out 17 batters and posted […]

Nick Anderson Drawing Interest On Free-Agent Market

According to Ari Alexander of KPRC2, right-handed pitcher Nick Anderson is drawing interest from multiple clubs. Alexander noted that Alexander will likely sign a one-year deal. The 34-year-old went to the Baseball Performance Center over the offseason and added a split-change to his arsenal. Last season, Anderson logged 35 2/3 innings with the Kansas Royals. […]

Matthew Knies Tallies Three Points In Victory

Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies tallied three points during their victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday evening. Knies would tally the primary assist on Auston Matthew's opening goal of the contest. Later in the second, Knies would find the back of the net with a snap shot. Later in the third, […]

Alex Nedeljkovic Sharp In Monday's Victory

Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic stopped 25 of the 26 shots he faced en route to defeating the Los Angeles Kings on Monday evening. The Penguins got out to an early three-goal lead, which put Nedeljkovic in a good position. His lone mistake came in the second period when Adrian Kempe scored on the power-play […]

Drew Doughty Continues To Progress In Recovery

According to Zach Dooley, Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (ankle) is continuing to progress in his recovery process. Dooley noted that head coach Jim Hiller said, "The hard work is starting to pay off. He sees the finish line," concerning Doughty's progress. The 35-year-old has not been on the ice all season after undergoing […]

Rickard Rakell Absent On Monday

According to Josh Yohe of The Athletic, Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Rickard Rakell (personal) did not travel with the team to the West Coast due to a family issue. He was not in the lineup on Monday evening during their victory over the Kings and could be in danger of missing other games during the […]

Adam Lowry Sustains Injury On Monday

According to Mike McIntyre, Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (undisclosed) sustained an injury during Monday's loss to the Utah Hockey Club. Lowry sustained the injury during the opening frame and did not return to the ice. He logged only six shifts. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status before Wednesday's contest against the Colorado Avalanche. […]

Noah Dobson Exits Early On Monday

According to Andrew Gross of Newsday, New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (undisclosed) exited early during Monday's victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Gross noted that head coach Patrick Roy did not provide an update on his status following the game. Dobson exited during the third period after sustaining a hit. Before exiting, the 25-year-old […]

Giants Sign Joey Lucchesi To Minor-League Deal

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the San Francisco Giants have signed left-handed pitcher Joey Lucchesi to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. The 31-year-old logged just 10 innings in the major leagues last season and spent most of the season with Triple-A Syracuse. Across his small stint […]

Dodgers Had Interest In Kirby Yates

According to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles Dodgers had interest in free-agent relief pitcher Kirby Yates before signing left-hander Tanner Scott. Harris noted that throughout the offseason, the Dodgers evaluated several of the top relief pitchers, including Yates. However, the team always viewed Scott as the top option. Last season, […]

Cubs Sign Trevor Richards To Minor-League Deal

According to Aram Leighton of Just BB Media, the Chicago Cubs have signed right-handed pitcher Trevor Richards to a minor-league deal. Richards logged 65 1/3 innings at the major league level across stints with the Toronto Blue Jays and the Minnesota Twins. He posted a 4.55 ERA and a 1.21 WHIP and was deployed primarily […]

Pete Alonso Still "In Play" For Toronto

According to Scott Mitchell of TSN Sports, free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso is still "in play" for the Toronto Blue Jays. Earlier on Monday, the Blue Jays signed outfielder Anthony Santander to a five-year deal worth $92.5 million, but the team remains focused on further improving their team. Earlier in the offseason, the Blue Jays […]

Brandon Eisert Designated For Assignment

According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, the Toronto Blue Jays have designated left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for outfielder Anthony Santander, who the team signed to a five-year contract earlier on Monday. Eisert made his major league debut last summer. Across a small six 2/3 inning stint, the […]

Erick Fedde Not Expected To Be Traded Before Spring Training

According to Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat, the St. Louis Cardinals are not expected to trade starting pitcher Erick Fedde before spring training. President of Baseball Operations, John Mozeliak, noted that while the team would like to continue increasing their financial flexibility, with spring training around the corner, the team would rather hold on […]

Pete Crow-Armstrong Not Expected To Open Season As Leadoff Hitter

According to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score, the Chicago Cubs are not expected to utilize young outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong as their leadoff hitter early in the season. Manager Craig Counsell said he is "open-minded" about the decision but will probably not have him open the season in that role. The head skipper also noted […]

Max Scherzer Drawing Interest From Toronto

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet, free-agent pitcher Max Scherzer is drawing interest from the Toronto Blue Jays. Nicholson-Smith noted that while Scherzer is already drawing interest from the Blue Jays, adding another top bat from the market, such as Anthony Santander or Pete Alonso, could create an even more appealing destination for the 40-year-old. […]

Cubs, Blue Jays Pursuing Carlos Estevez

According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, the Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays are among the teams pursuing free-agent relief pitcher Carlos Estevez. Morosi noted that following the signings of A.J. Minter and Tanner Scott, the relief pitcher market is heating up. Morosi also reported that the Cubs offered Tanner Scott a four-year […]