Joey Gallo Homers Twice In Saturday's Win

New York Yankees outfielder Joey Gallo went 2-for-4 with a pair of homers and three RBI in Saturday's win over the White Sox. Gallo hit a 354-foot, 100.5 MPH solo homer to extend the Yankee lead to 2-0 in the first inning. His second blast was a moonshot, traveling a whopping 424 feet at 113.8 […]

Javian Hawkins Struggles Friday

Atlanta Falcons running back Javian Hawkins carried the ball five times for just two rushing yards while hauling in one reception for two yards in Friday's loss to the Titans. Hawkins was one of the underachievers for the Falcons in a bad day at the office, as he couldn't find much room to run behind […]

Kyle Pitts Sits Out Friday's Preseason Opener

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts didn't suit up for Friday's preseason opener against the Titans. Pitts was dressed for the contest but didn't see any game action, with head coach Arthur Smith addressing it after the game, basically saying that the Florida product is right where he needs to be and doesn't require game […]

Zack Britton Demoted From Closer Role

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton spoke to manager Aaron Boone, telling him that he felt he doesn't deserve the role of closer with Aroldis Chapman (elbow) sidelined. Britton is coming off of a blown save against the White Sox- his second of the month- where he served up a walk-off homer. The lefty […]

Byron Buxton Could Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (hand) was able to work out this morning before leaving the team due to a family matter. Buxton is expected to return Monday, at which point he'll get another workout in, then the club will assess where he's at. The speedy outfielder has been sidelined since June 21 with a […]

Luis Severino Dealing With Shoulder Tightness, Set For MRI Monday

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (shoulder, groin) will have an MRI on Monday for his shoulder. Severino was slated to make what was likely his final rehab start with Triple-A Scranton but was scratched after he told the club "he didn't feel right" during warmups. Manager Aaron Boone said that the right-hander is […]

Anthony Rizzo Could Resume Baseball Activities Monday

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo could resume baseball activities Monday, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. Manager Aaron Boone said that Rizzo is feeling a lot better, noting that the former Cub is scheduled for a cardiac workup on Monday- during which he may also participate in some baseball activities. Rizzo tested positive for […]

A.J. McCarron Struggles Against Titans

Atlanta Falcons quarterback A.J. McCarron struggled in his first action with his new team Friday against the Titans. McCarron completed 5 of 12 passes for 36 yards and an interception- though it's worth noting that the Falcons offense as a whole was beset by penalties and pressure from the Titans' defense, likely skewing his results […]

Luis Severino Scratched From Rehab Start

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (shoulder, groin) was scratched from his scheduled rehab start Friday. Severino was warming up before what was likely his final rehab outing for Triple-A Scranton, though he "didn't feel right" and ultimately didn't pitch. Severino will return to New York to be evaluated, which will delay his return […]

Miguel Sano Drives In Two Friday

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano drove in a pair of runs in a losing effort to the Rays Friday. Sano collected a pair of RBI singles, driving in a run for the fourth time in his last five games. The slugger was stuck in a slump to start August but has picked things up […]

Brent Rooker Tallies Career-High Four Hits

Minnesota Twins outfielder Brent Rooker went 4-for-5 with a home run, two RBI, and two runs scored in Friday's loss to the Rays. Rooker's four hits were a career-high, as he became the fifth Twins player in the Statcast era with three-plus base hits at 105 MPH or harder in a game. It was a […]

Michael Pineda Expected To Hit The Injured List With Oblique Injury

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (oblique) is expected to require a stint on the injured list, per Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic. Pineda was forced to exit Friday's start after just 2 2/3 innings with left side tightness- though manager Rocco Baldelli provided an update after the contest, saying the right-hander is dealing with […]

D.J. Moore, Robby Anderson Expected To Sit Sunday

Carolina Panthers wide receivers D.J. Moore and Robby Anderson are expected to sit out Sunday's preseason game against the Colts. Both Moore and Anderson appeared to get slightly banged up during Friday's practice, as Anderson tweaked his leg and Moore was hit in the mouth, though both returned to the action after speaking with the […]

Michael Pineda Exits Game With Left Side Tightness

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (side) left Friday's game with left side tightness. Pineda struggled during his outing, allowing four runs on six hits, including two homers, over 2 2/3 innings of work against the Rays- though it's unclear if the injury had anything to do with his down performance. The Twins will likely […]

Sam Darnold Won't Suit Up Sunday

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold won't play in Sunday's preseason opener, per Joe Person of The Athletic. Head coach Matt Rhule seems to be making Darnold's health a priority, noted by beat writer Joe Person, as the former Jet took live reps against the Colts Friday while wearing the red jersey, indicating he wasn't to […]

Christian McCaffrey Not Expected To Play Sunday

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is not expected to play in Sunday's preseason game against the Colts. Head coach Matt Rhule noted on Friday that most of the starters wouldn't play for the opening preseason contest- and McCaffrey is likely among those, considering he endured an injury-marred campaign in 2020, suiting up for just […]

Zack Britton Blows Save Thursday

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton was charged with the loss and a blown save Thursday against the White Sox. Britton entered the game after the Yankees rallied to take the lead late, though he couldn't shut the door on Chicago, serving up a walk-off homer to Tim Anderson. The lefty has struggled this […]

Andrew Heaney Allows Seven Earned Runs

New York Yankees starting pitcher Andrew Heaney struggled in Thursday's loss to the White Sox. Heaney pitched five innings, matching his season-high by allowing seven earned runs on five hits, including three long balls. He struck out five and walked three, as he didn't factor into the decision. Heaney has struggled so far as a […]

DJ LeMahieu Extends Hitting Streak To Five Games

New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu collected two hits, two runs scored, and an RBI in Wednesday's victory over the Royals. LeMahieu rapped a pair of singles, one of which left his bat at 105.7 MPH. The versatile infielder has a hit in five straight games, batting .347 with three runs scored, three RBI, and […]

Luke Voit Drives In Two Wednesday

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit went 1-for-4 with two RBI in Wednesday's 5-2 win over the Royals. Voit put the Yankees on the board in the first inning, hitting a two-run single. The slugger now has one homer and four RBI since returning from the injured list, and has started each of the […]

Tyler Wade Collects A Pair Of Doubles, Stolen Bases In Win

New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Tyler Wade went 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles, two stolen bases, and a walk in Wednesday's win over the Royals. Wade doubled and stole third in the fourth inning, promptly scoring on the ensuing play. He later walked and collected another two-bagger as well as a swiped bag. Wade is […]

Zack Britton Records First Save Of Season

New York Yankees relief pitcher Zack Britton notched his first save of the season in Wednesday's 5-2 win over Kansas City. Britton worked the ninth, inducing three groundouts after hitting the leadoff man. The lefty redeemed himself, as he had blown a save chance during Monday's wild contest. He still sports a 5.28 ERA and […]

Chad Green Fans Three In Sixth Victory

New York Yankees relief pitcher Chad Green earned his sixth win of the season Wednesday against the Royals. Green looked sharp, firing 24 of 31 pitches for strikes en route to two scoreless frames, including three strikeouts. He generated six swinging strikes, four of them coming on his curveball, which has a whiff rate of […]

Jorge Polanco Triples, Homers In Wednesday's Win

Minnesota Twins second baseman/shortstop Jorge Polanco went 2-for-4 with a triple and a solo home run in Wednesday's 1-0 win over the White Sox. Polanco hit the ball hard and in the air all night, drilling two flyouts before sending a ball 416 feet into the seats at 103.2 MPH. He later tripled, his second […]

Alex Colome Records Seventh Save

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Alex Colome notched his seventh save of the season in Wednesday's 1-0 win over the White Sox. For the fifth time this month, Colome was presented with a save chance- and he successfully shut the door for the fifth time, walking one and utilizing 14 pitches to get the job done. […]

Bailey Ober Effective In No-Decision

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober put together a solid effort despite not factoring into the decision Wednesday. Ober pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing six hits and a walk while fanning six batters. The 26-year-old generated a whopping 17 whiffs, with all of them coming on his fastball, which featured a velocity faster than […]

Clay Holmes Placed On COVID-19 Injured List

New York Yankees relief pitcher Clay Holmes was placed on the COVID-19 injured list ahead of Wednesday's game against the Royals. Holmes is dealing with symptoms, as the club is awaiting his test results. The reliever is the 16th Yankee to hit the injured list or COVID-19 injured list since the All-Star break, as the […]

Reggie Bonnafon Listed As Backup Running Back

Carolina Panthers running back Reggie Bonnafon was listed as the backup running back on the unofficial depth chart, which was released by the team Tuesday. Bonnafon only appeared in two games for Carolina last year, as he dealt with a high-ankle sprain. The team spent a fourth-round draft pick on Oklahoma State running back Chuba […]

Kyle Higashioka Launches Seventh Homer

New York Yankees catcher Kyle Higashioka belted his seventh home run of the season in Tuesday's 8-4 loss to the Royals. Higashioka gave the Yankees the lead with his 408-foot blast, which left his bat at 103.7 MPH. The backup catcher had a tough day in the field, making a couple of throwing errors, so […]

Nestor Cortes Takes First Loss Tuesday

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes was charged with his first loss of the season Tuesday against the Royals. While Cortes provided the Yankees with his longest start of the season -5 2/3 innings- the results were not pretty, as he allowed five runs, four earned, including two homers to Salvador Perez. The lefty had […]