Spencer Horwitz To Miss Time In Spring Training With Wrist Injury

Sources tell Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Andrew Destin that Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz (wrist) will miss time in spring training with a right-wrist injury. The severity of Horwitz's wrist injury is unclear, but it will certainly put his status up in the air for Opening Day in late March. The 27-year-old was dealt from the […]

Alex Bregman Likely To Land With Red Sox, Cubs, Or Tigers

ESPN's Buster Olney writes that free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman is likely to sign with either the Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs or Detroit Tigers soon. Sources with the Houston Astros are skeptical he'll re-sign. If Bregman chooses the Red Sox, he could be moved to second base. The 30-year-old is the last big remaining […]

Dodgers Won't Place Any Restrictions On Roki Sasaki

ESPN's Alden Gonzalez writes that while the Los Angeles Dodgers will closely monitor Japanese rookie right-hander Roki Sasaki in his first year in the big leagues in 2025, they won't put any restrictions on him. Gonzalez is eager to see how one of the most lauded pitching development programs goes about extracting greatness from Sasaki. […]

Austin Reaves Should Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (elbow) is listed as probable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Reaves has been dealing with an elbow contusion for a few games, but he has looked fine during those contests. That being said, Reaves should continue to play through the issue during Wednesday's game. He'll likely […]

LeBron James Expected To Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is currently considered probable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. James has been a frequent name on the injury report, but normally he's able to play. It's worth noting that James did miss a game last week, but fantasy managers should expect him back on Wednesday. […]

Drew Thorpe Feeling Good, To Throw Off A Mound Soon

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz said that right-hander Drew Thorpe (elbow) is feeling good and should start throwing off a mound soon. "Playing catch right now. He'll be on a mound here shortly. We do expect him to be a little behind some of these other starters, but with that being said, we […]

Jusuf Nurkic Will Have Minutes Limit On Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic (trade) is set to make his team debut against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. After falling out of the rotation in Phoenix, Nurkic was traded to the Hornets during last Thursday's deadline. Now, Nurkic is set to make his Hornets debut, but he'll be under a minutes limit because he […]

Ky Bush To Have Tommy John Surgery On Wednesday

Chicago White Sox left-hander Ky Bush (elbow) is scheduled to undergo Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, according to general manager Chris Getz. Bush ended the 2024 season on the injured list with a left-triceps strain and will now have surgery that will keep him out for the entire 2025 campaign and potentially the start of […]

Ben Simmons Won't Suit Up On Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons (conditioning) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Simmons recently joined the Clippers after finalizing a contract buyout with the Brooklyn Nets. It's unclear if the Clippers plan on having Simmons play at all before the All-Star break. Once active, Simmons figures to play […]

Hayden Birdsong Could Be Ticketed To Start At Triple-A

MLB.com's Maria Guardado projects San Francisco Giants right-hander Hayden Birdsong to be on the outside looking in for a starting rotation spot to begin the 2025 season. Entering spring training, Guardado lists Logan Webb, Robbie Ray, Justin Verlander, Jordan Hicks and Kyle Harrison as the team's five starters, with Birdsong, Landen Roupp and Keaton Winn […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Cleared For Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (conditioning) has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Bogdanovic is set to make his team debut after being acquired by the Clippers during last Thursday's deadline. So far this season, Bogdanovic is averaging 10 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across 24 minutes […]

Jalen Suggs Doubtful To Play Against Hornets

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) remains on the injury report with a doubtful designation ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets. Suggs has been listed as doubtful for a while, but the team has ultimately ruled him out each time. He last saw action on Jan. 25, missing eight games. Cole Anthony and […]

Brett Wisely Could Have Inside Track On Bench Job

San Francisco Giants infielder Brett Wisely could have the inside track on a bench job in spring training due to the fact that the team already has a plethora of right-handed infield bats, MLB.com's Maria Guardado writes. Wisely has that going for him, but Casey Schmitt and Osleivis Basabe both offer just as much defensive […]

Drew Eubanks Ruled Out For Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers center Drew Eubanks (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Eubanks suffered a left ankle sprain on Saturday and as a result he'll miss Wednesday's game. The Clippers do play a back-to-back set, so Eubanks will get another chance to play on Thursday. However, it wouldn't […]

Jerar Encarnacion Should Get Plenty Of Chances In 2025

MLB.com's Maria Guardado writes that San Francisco Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnacion should get plenty of chances to stick on the big-league roster in 2025 since he's out of minor-league options, and she even goes as far as to project him as the team's primary designated hitter. Encarnacion hit .248 with a .702 OPS and five […]

Dorian Finney-Smith Unavailable On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. He is nursing an ankle issue, so the Lakers have decided to hold him out during the final game before the All-Star break. His absence should free up additional playing time for Dalton Knecht, Shake Milton, […]

Vasilije Micic Ruled Out Tuesday

Phoenix Suns point guard Vasilije Micic (ankle) will not make his debut on Tuesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. He has been downgraded from questionable to out. Micic's next chance to make his first appearance as a Sun will be on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. However, even if he is healthy enough to play, Micic […]

Luis Matos A Favorite To Platoon In Right Field

MLB.com's Maria Guardado writes that San Francisco Giants outfielder Luis Matos' impressive stint in winter ball should make him the favorite to serve as Mike Yastrzemski's platoon partner in right field to open the 2025 season. However, the Giants could also take a long look at former infield prospect Marco Luciano, who is expected to […]

Grayson Allen Available Against Grizzlies

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) will hop back into the lineup on Tuesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The team has upgraded Allen from probable to available, with Allen ready for action after missing one game due to a sore left knee. Bradley Beal (toe) is out for the Suns, putting Allen in a position […]

Maverick McNealy A Volatile Play At Genesis Invitational

Maverick McNealy has had an up-and-down start to the year, recording two top-10 finishes and three finishes outside the top 40. He now returns to Torrey Pines for the Genesis Invitational, the same venue as the Farmers Insurance Open just a few weeks ago, where McNealy finished T52. Good driving is crucial for success at […]

Yankees Claim Brent Headrick Off Waivers From Twins

The New York Yankees claimed left-hander Brent Headrick off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday. Headrick will now head to the American League East and hope to win a roster spot with the Yankees out of spring training. The 27-year-old southpaw made his major-league debut with the Twins in 2023 and had a rough […]

Scoot Henderson Out On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (ankle) will not be in action on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. He hurt his right ankle against the Nuggets on Monday and was diagnosed with a sprain. Henderson's absence opens the door for Shaedon Sharpe and Dalano Banton to make noise. The latter led the team with 22 […]

Jake Cousins, Clayton Beeter Dealing With Injuries

New York Yankees right-handers Jake Cousins (forearm) and Clayton Beeter (shoulder) are both dealing with injuries prior to the start of spring training. Cousins is dealing with a forearm strain but could start throwing next week or the week after, according to manager Aaron Boone. The injury has put his status for Opening Day in […]

Dalton Knecht Removed From Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (personal) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Knecht returned to the Lakers after the trade that sent him to Charlotte fell through. He didn't play on Monday and it's unclear if Knecht is going to be a significant part of […]

Deandre Ayton To Miss Wednesday's Action

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Ayton sustained a left calf strain against the Nuggets on Monday and will have to sit out Wednesday's rematch because of the injury. Donovan Clingan is set to slide into the starting unit, with Robert Williams III […]

DJ LeMahieu Healthy Heading Into Spring Training

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that infielder DJ LeMahieu (hip) is healthy entering spring training this year. "DJ is healthy, which is really been the issue for him over the last couple of years. He's had those things that have popped up, that have really zapped his greatness. I'm not going to put […]

CJ McCollum Uncertain For Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (personal) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's tilt against the Sacramento Kings. He may be out for a second consecutive game after missing Monday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder for personal reasons. Karlo Matkovic joined the starting lineup against OKC, finishing with eight […]

Luka Doncic Listed As Questionable For Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Doncic made his team debut on Monday after missing the last 23 games due to a left calf strain. He finished with 14 points, five rebounds, and four assists across 24 minutes of action. It's worth […]

Min Woo Lee In Great Form Ahead Of Genesis Invitational

Min Woo Lee has gotten off to a strong start in 2025, recording finishes of T12 and T17 in his first two PGA Tour events. He now turns his focus to the Genesis Invitational, which will be held at Torrey Pines this year, a course he has played just once before, finishing T43 in 2024 […]

Fred VanVleet Expected To Return After All-Star Break

Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) is poised to rejoin the lineup after the upcoming All-Star break. "He's on track as far as that and the plan is to have him back after the All-Star break," Rockets head coach Ime Udoka told reporters on Tuesday. VanVleet has missed five games and will be sidelined […]