Mets Acquiring Cedric Mullins

The New York Mets are acquiring outfielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. In return, the Orioles will receive minor-league right-handers Raimon Gomez, Anthony Nunez, and Chandler Marsh. The Mets were known to be in the market for an established center fielder leading up to the deadline, and they're […]

Jauan Jennings Sidelined for Third Straight Day

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (calf) is missing a third consecutive practice on Thursday due to a calf strain. According to head coach Kyle Shanahan, Jennings is dealing with the same calf issue that bothered him earlier in the offseason. While his absence is not ideal, the veteran and the organization are going […]

Jonathan Aranda Exits Thursday With Apparent Wrist Injury

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda (wrist) exited their game against the New York Yankees on Thursday with an apparent injury to his left wrist, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Aranda departed in the bottom of the fifth inning after colliding with Giancarlo Stanton. The Rays then moved Brandon Lowe […]

Tyler Johnson Showing Out at Jets Camp

New York Jets wide receiver Tyler Johnson could enter the 2025 season as the team's WR3 behind Garrett Wilson and Josh Reynolds, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. "Tyler Johnson has jumped out more in practice," Rosenblatt wrote. "[He's made] some plays after the catch and is exhibiting some athleticism that Lazard simply doesn't […]

Mason Taylor the Clear TE1 for Jets

New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor has been the clear starter during training camp, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. The second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft out of LSU already finds himself above veterans Jeremy Ruckert and Stone Smartt early in his first offseason, and star wideout teammate Garrett Wilson has […]

Ryan Bergert, Stephen Kolek Joining Royals

The Kansas City Royals are acquiring right-handers Ryan Bergert and Stephen Kolek from the San Diego Padres for catcher Freddy Fermin, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. In Bergert and Kolek, the Royals are getting a couple of hurlers who have looked like decent back-end rotation options this season. Bergert, a 25-year-old rookie, has made […]

Jakobi Meyers to Sign Contract Extension this Offseason?

According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Las Raiders and wide receiver Jakobi Meyers are in contract talks and could be working toward an extension this offseason. The 28-year-old has been excellent relative to his quarterback play since joining the team via free agency in 2023, collecting 158 receptions for 1,834 yards and 12 touchdowns […]

Freddy Fermin Going to San Diego

The San Diego Padres are acquiring catcher Freddy Fermin from the Kansas City Royals for right-handers Ryan Bergert and Stephen Kolek, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. Elias Diaz and Martin Maldonado have gotten the lion's share of playing time behind the plate for the Padres, but neither has provided much offense. Padres catchers have combined […]

Andy Isabella, Marquez Callaway Sign With San Francisco

Veteran free-agent wide receivers Andy Isabella and Marquez Callaway signed with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, reported by NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Isabella was a second-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals before a disappointing four-year career with the organization. He has not played in a game since 2022. Callaway […]

Yankees to Acquire David Bednar

The New York Yankees are finalizing a trade to acquire right-handed reliever David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. The Pirates will receive catching prospect Rafael Flores and two other minor leaguers in return. In Bednar, the Yankees are getting a proven high-leverage option to join Luke Weaver and Devin Williams […]

49ers Sign Ameer Abdullah

The San Francisco 49ers signed veteran running back Ameer Abdullah on Thursday, according to NFL insider Mike Garafolo. This comes a day after the Niners hosted several running backs for workouts. The former second-round pick by the Detroit Lions out of Nebraska in 2015 has appeared in 141 NFL games, rushing for 1,994 yards, collecting […]

Blake Corum - 2025 Fantasy Football Sleepers and Undervalued Draft Picks

RotoBaller Ranking (half-PPR): RB58 Fantasy Draft Analysis: The Rams still haven’t inked Kyren Williams to a long-term contract extension. As long as that’s the case, there will always be doubt in some fantasy gamers' minds when it comes to Williams. He already took a step backward last year from an efficiency standpoint and also experienced […]

Quinnen Williams Leaves Practice with Calf Injury

New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams (calf) "tweaked" his left calf during individual drills at the start of the team's Thursday practice, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Williams did not return during team sessions, but Jets head coach Aaron Glenn did not provide an update on his status. Any missed time for […]

Yandy Diaz Exits After Hit by Pitch Against Yankees

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz (forearm) was removed from Thursday's game early against the division-rival New York Yankees, not because of a trade but because of injury. Diaz was hit in the right forearm by a pitch in the first inning and was replaced by Christopher Morel, the Tampa Bay Times' Marc Topkin […]

Juwan Johnson Returns to Practice in Limited Capacity

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson (groin) attended the team's Friday practice and did some individual work, but did not participate in team drills, according to ESPN's Katherine Terrell. Johnson left the team's practice on Wednesday due to a groin injury. It's a good sign for both him and the team that he's back […]

Dawson Knox Returns to Bills Practice

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (hamstring) returned to the practice field on Thursday. Knox landed on the active/non-football injury list to begin training camp with a hamstring injury but was activated by the team on Sunday. In 16 games last season, Knox caught 22 passes for 311 yards and one touchdown. The 28-year-old is […]

Chandler Simpson Leaves Early With Injury on Thursday

Tampa Bay Ray rookie outfielder Chandler Simpson (hand) left Thursday's game early against the division-rival New York Yankees in the Bronx with an apparent left-hand injury, according to Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Simpson departed the game from left field after manager Kevin Cash and trainer Aaron Scott went to check on him. […]

Dontayvion Wicks, Savion Williams Return to Packers Practice

Green Bay Packers wide receivers Dontayvion Wicks (calf) and Savion Williams (concussion) were both seen back at practice on Friday, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. Wicks left practice on Monday with a calf injury, while Williams has been battling a concussion for about a week. Both players are competing for reps in a […]

Yankees Discussing Sandy Alcantara, Edward Cabrera

The New York Yankees have had dialogue with the Miami Marlins about both right-handers Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera, sources tell MLB Network's Jon Morosi. The Marlins have asked for outfielder Spencer Jones, who is currently sporting a 1.115 OPS at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, but a couple different concepts have been discussed. Jones is New York's […]

MarShawn Lloyd Unlikely to Practice This Week

Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd (groin) is not expected to practice this week, according to Packers head coach Matt LaFleur. LaFleur also said that the team doesn't anticipate a long-term absence for Lloyd, who suffered a groin injury during practice on Monday. Drafted out of USC in the third round in 2024, injuries […]

Luis Robert Jr. More Likely to Stay With White Sox

The Chicago White Sox have spoken to a number of teams regarding outfielder Luis Robert Jr. leading up to Thursday's MLB trade deadline, but sources tell MLB.com's Mark Feinsand that Robert is more likely to stay with the Sox. Chicago would likely pick up his $20 million option for the 2026 season and hope for […]

Running Back Roles "Starting to be Defined" in Jacksonville

It's becoming "more and more clear" how the Jaguars are using running backs Tank Bigsby and Travis Etienne, according to John Shipley of Sports Illustrated. Shipley writes that Bigsby has been the team's "most impressive downhill rusher," while Etienne has been "far and away the Jaguars' best and most-used running back in the passing game." […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Could Return Next Week

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. (leg) could come off the 15-day injured list when the team is in Texas for a series against the Rangers from Monday, Aug. 4, through Wednesday, Aug. 6. Leiter threw a live batting practice session on Thursday. The 34-year-old has been sidelined since […]

Joey Wentz Finding Success With His Cutter

Atlanta Braves left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz has struggled this season with a 5.02 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 49 strikeouts in 52 innings pitched. However, since being acquired by the Atlanta Braves on July 11, he has adjusted the grip on his cutter, which he says has fueled his recent form, according to David O'Brien of […]

Rachaad White Quicker and Lighter

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White said he's down to around 212 pounds at training camp and is lighter and quicker and is enjoying how it helps his conditioning and stamina, according to Greg Auman of FOX Sports. White's fantasy stock is down in 2025 -- he's ranked as RotoBaller's No. 41 back -- […]

Brock Stewart Gets Traded to the Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are finalizing a deal to acquire right-handed reliever Brock Stewart from the Minnesota Twins, senior MLB insider Jeff Passan reports. The Minnesota Twins continue to be sellers at the deadline, as they trade right-handed reliever Stewart to the Dodgers. Stewart has had a nice season in 2025, with a 2.38 ERA, […]

Hendry Mendez Traded to Minnesota

The Philadelphia Phillies have traded outfield prospect Hendry Mendez to the Minnesota Twins in a package to acquire outfielder Harrison Bader. Mendez was ranked as the No. 25 overall prospect in the system before the trade. Mendez has spent the entire 2025 campaign with Double-A Reading. Through his first 85 games at the Double-A level, […]

Luis Gil Set to Make 2025 Debut on Sunday

New York Yankees right-hander Luis Gil (lat) is set to make his first MLB start of the year this Sunday, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports. Gil made four rehab appearances between Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and Double-A Somerset in July. In his last outing on Tuesday in Triple-A, he threw 75 pitches while striking out seven batters and […]

CeeDee Lamb Standing Out at Training Camp

The Athletic's Jon Machota writes that Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has been the clear standout at this year's training camp. "Lamb has been all business on the field. It's been rare to see him drop a ball in individual or team drills. He's had one so far. And it bothers him. He came […]

Josh Randall Traded to Washington

The Washington Nationals have acquired right-handed pitching prospect Josh Randall from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan. Before the trade, Randall was considered the No. 16-ranked prospect in the Detroit system on MLB.com. The Tigers selected Randall in the third round of the 2024 MLB Draft out of the University of […]