Albert Pujols Expected Back Friday

Los Angels Angels first baseman/designated hitter Albert Pujols is once again out of the lineup on Wednesday. He is nursing a sore foot but is planning to return on Friday after LA's off day on Thursday. Justin Upton will draw the start at DH, with Luis Valbuena filling in at first base. Expect Pujols back to […]

Jake Rudock, Matt Cassel to Compete for Backup QB Job

The Detroit Lions appear to be giving equal time to quarterbacks Jake Rudock and Matt Cassel in practice so far. Those two will compete to back up Matthew Stafford next season. Neither will hold much, if any, fantasy relevance, barring an injury to Stafford himself.

Nick Bawden Tears ACL, Out For 2018 Season

Detroit Lions rookie fullback Nick Bawden (knee) suffered a torn ACL in practice on Wednesday. It looks like he will miss the entire season. Bawden was competing to play fullback for the Lions and was expected to be a contributor on special teams. The seventh-round pick will have to wait until 2019 to make his NFL […]

Andrew Heaney Twirls a Gem

Los Angeles Angels starter Andrew Heaney bounced back from a rough start at the end of May to spin a gem on Tuesday. He tossed a complete-game shutout, only allowing one hit and one walk. He struck out four on 116 pitches. Heaney now has a 3.11 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP on the year […]

Andrelton Simmons on Crutches After Game

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (ankle) was seen walking around on crutches after Tuesday's game. He exited the game after slipping in the dugout and hurting his ankle. He said to the press that he is hoping to only miss a few games, but he did acknowledge that a disabled list stint is a possibility. […]

Andrelton Simmons Exits Early on Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons (leg) exited Tuesday's game with an apparent injury. He pulled up running with an apparent leg injury. There will be more details to come, but this would be a big blow to the Angels and fantasy owners if Simmons were to miss any time.

Josh Malone Hoping to Make Second-Year Leap

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Josh Malone is back on the practice field and is hoping to force his way into more playing time in 2018. Malone caught six passes for 63 yards last year. The return of John Ross has left Malone on the outside looking in, but he is hoping to make the second-year […]

Kenny Golladay Looks Sharp in Minicamp

Detroit Lions receiver Kenny Golladay looked sharp in his first day at minicamp. Golladay had an outstanding debut last year, but lost most of the rest of the season to an injury. He still hauled in three touchdowns and averaged 17 yards per catch. He'll compete for the No. 3 receiver spot with T.J. Jones, […]

Albert Pujols has Sore Left Knee

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols has a sore left knee. It isn't anything major, but he is out of Tuesday's lineup and is expected to sit out on Wednesday as well. With an off day Thursday, Pujols should be back in the lineup on Friday. Luis Valbuena is starting in his place on […]

Kaleb Cowart Demoted to Triple-A

It appears the Los Angeles Angels have sent down infielder Kaleb Cowart and recalled reliever Eduardo Paredes, at least according to their lineup card. Cowart is 0-for-1 with a run scored on the season, having only played in two games. He was recalled for extra infield depth when Zack Cozart was nursing a forearm strain, but […]

Shohei Ohtani Out on Monday

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is not in the lineup on Monday against left-hander Danny Duffy and the Kansas City Royals. Ohtani likely will not hit again until Friday, as he pitches Wednesday. Ohtani has been starting against both right- and left-handers but will get the day off against Duffy. Make sure to remove […]

Calvin Johnson Has No Plans to Unretire

Former Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson opened up for a candid interview about his relationship with the Lions after playing, among other things. He indicated he has no desire to return to the game. Johnson was one of the best receivers in the entire NFL from 2007 through 2015 before surprising the football world with […]

Kole Calhoun to DL With Oblique Strain

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun has been placed on the DL with an oblique strain. There has been no timetable listed for his return. Calhoun has been the worst hitter in the entire major leagues this year, slashing an abysmal .145/.195/.179. Michael Hermosillo has been recalled in his place. Calhoun should not be […]

Andrelton Simmons Expects to Play After Being Spiked

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons received a "nasty gash" on his left shin after a hard slide from Texas second baseman Rougned Odor. Simmons expects to play on Saturday however. The shortstop is having a magnificent season, hitting .337 with four home runs and five stolen bases. He is a top-tier shortstop and should […]

Zack Cozart to Have MRI on Forearm

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is getting an MRI on his strained left forearm. Although he has missed the last three games, he has yet to be placed on the disabled list. He is hopeful he will not need a DL stint, but more will be known after his MRI. Luis Valbuena is […]

Kole Calhoun Benched Against Right-Hander

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun is out of the lineup on Friday against Bartolo Colon and the Texas Rangers. It's notable that Calhoun is on the bench against a right-hander, as he has normally been starting against them and sitting against left-handers. Calhoun's abysmal .145/.195/.179 slash line may have finally cost him his […]

Zack Cozart Still Not In Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart (forearm) is not back in the lineup on Friday. This will be his third straight absence, although at this point a stint on the DL has not been mentioned. Luis Valbuena will start at third base in his absence, hitting seventh. Another day or two without Cozart and […]

Kerryon Johnson To Be Used on the Outside

The Detroit Lions believe that rookie running back Kerryon Johnson could someday become a three-down back. However, they don't want to demand that from him in Year 1. LeGarrette Blount will likely help shoulder some of that load, with general manager Bob Quin indicating that Johnson will be used more on the outside, at least […]

Ian Krol Clears Waivers, Outrighted to Triple-A

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Ian Krol cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake. Krol only pitched in one game in LA, throwing two scoreless innings while striking out two. He amassed a 5.33 ERA in 49 innings last season and is unlikely to have much, if any, impact on a fantasy roster this […]

Angels Claim Oliver Drake

The Los Angeles Angels have claimed right-handed pitcher Oliver Drake off waivers from the Cleveland Indians. Drake has pitched in parts of four big league seasons, owning a 4.81 ERA in 106 2/3 innings. He also sports a 1.51 WHIP but an excellent 10.0 K/9. Drake is likely just bullpen depth for the Angels and […]

Blake Wood Undergoes Successful Tommy John Surgery

Los Angeles Angels reliever Blake Wood (elbow) underwent successful surgery on his UCL on Wednesday. The typical recovery is 12 to 14 months, so Wood likely won't be back until midseason of 2019. Wood had thrown 11 2/3 innings on the year with a 2.31 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP. He can be dropped in […]

Jose Briceno Has Two Home Runs in Three Big League Games

Los Angeles Angels backup catcher Jose Briceno homered again on Wednesday, giving him two home runs through his first three big league games. He is 4-for-9 with two homers, three RBI and three runs scored in his brief big league career. Serving as a backup to workhorse Martin Maldonado, Briceno is not expected to have […]

Ian Kinsler Stays Hot

Los Angeles Angels second baseman Ian Kinsler has continued his hot streak, going 3-for-4 with a double and a run scored on Wednesday. He is now 8-for-10 with three doubles, a home run and four runs scored in his last three games. Wednesday's tilt brought him up to a .217 average on the year. A […]

Andrew Heaney Roughed Up in Loss

Los Angeles Angels starter Andrew Heaney was roughed up by the Tigers on Thursday, giving up five runs in the first inning. He threw four scoreless innings after that, finishing with one walk and three strikeouts. Heaney now sports a 3.66 ERA and a 1.26 WHIP on the year, with a stellar 54/18 K/BB ratio […]

Zack Cozart Feeling A Little Better

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart (forearm) is feeling a little better, according to manager Mike Scioscia. "He'll continue to be evaluated and we'll see which direction this is going. He feels a little better but not to where he can go out there and swing a bat yet... I hope it's not serious," […]

Zack Cozart Scratched with Forearm Tightness

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart was scratched from Wednesday's start with left forearm tightness. More will be known after the game. Cozart was originally slated to lead off and play third, but was replaced by Jefry Marte, who is playing first base while Luis Valbuena slides over to third. […]

Zack Cozart Scratched Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart was scratched from Wednesday's game. No reason has been given. Cozart was originally slated to lead off and play third. Instead, Ian Kinsler will move up to the leadoff spot, with Luis Valbuena sliding over to third and Jefry Marte coming off the bench to play first. We […]

Luis Valbuena Clubs Two Home Runs

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Luis Valbuena had his best game of the season, going 3-for-5 with two solo home runs and a two-run single. Valbuena was starting at first base to allow Albert Pujols to serve as the designated hitter while Shohei Ohtani rested before drawing a start on the mound on Wednesday. Valbuena […]

Nick Tropeano Stays Solid on Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels starter Nick Tropeano won his second game in a row, tossing 5 1/3 innings of two-run ball on Tuesday. He struck out five and walked none. Tropeano has a 3.22 ERA and a 1.12 WHIP in five May starts, and is creeping onto the radar in 12-team mixed leagues. At the very […]

Matt Shoemaker Has Forearm Surgery

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Matt Shoemaker (forearm) had surgery on his forearm on Tuesday morning. There is no official word on how long he will be out, but Shoemaker's surgery last year cost him 12 to 14 weeks, so this will likely be at least that long. At this point, Shoemaker is droppable in […]