Lars Nootbaar Activated from Injured List on Saturday

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar (ribs) was activated off the 10-day injured list on Saturday. Nootbaar is back in the mix after landing on the injured list in mid-July due to a ribs issue. The lineup isn't posted yet for Saturday's game versus the San Diego Padres. Regardless, Nootbaar figures to return to his […]

Jake Burger Beginning Rehab Assignment on Saturday

Texas Rangers third baseman Jake Burger (quad) is beginning his rehab assignment with Double-A Frisco on Saturday. Burger has been swinging the bat since last week, but now is ready for a rehab assignment. The right-handed slugger has been out since mid-July due to a quad strain. The Rangers are hopeful that Burger can return […]

Michael Wilson Lands in Concussion Protocol

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (head) was placed in concussion protocol. The 25-year-old collided with safety Budda Baker during practice on Friday, although both players got to their feet without assistance. Wilson finished last season by amassing 47 catches for 548 yards and four touchdowns. While Wilson will need to compete for targets primarily […]

Matthew Boyd Throws Seven Shutout Innings

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matthew Boyd was outstanding on the mound during Saturday's outing against the Baltimore Orioles. The O's hitters had no answers for Boyd as he tossed seven shutout innings, allowing four hits, and striking out eight batters in the no-decision. Sadly for Boyd, the Cubs bullpen blew the game in the eighth […]

Keegan Akin Earns First Save

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Keegan Akin was called upon to hold a one-run lead versus the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. The Orioles took a late lead in this one and already had Yennier Cano pitch in the eighth inning. That being said, Akin was tasked with getting the final three outs. It wasn't easy as […]

Sal Frelick Removed Early on Saturday

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (knee) was removed early during Saturday's game against the Washington Nationals. Frelick was pulled out of the game due to left knee soreness. Afterwards, the Brewers said that his removal from the contest was precautionary. The assumption is that Frelick will undergo further testing. For now, Frelick should be considered […]

Cowboys "Not Considering Trading" Micah Parsons

According to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, the team isn't looking to trade defensive end Micah Parsons. "I think the world of Micah," said Jones on Saturday. "What y'all don't know is what I offered him. And it's a hell of a lot more than you think I did. Micah took it off [the table]." […]

Jakub Lauko Returns to Czechia

Forward Jakub Lauko has left the NHL to sign with HC Dynamo Pardubice in the Czech Extraliga. He was an unrestricted free agent after the Boston Bruins did not give him a qualifying offer. 101 of his 139 NHL appearances have come with the Bruins. Lauko started the 2024-25 with the Minnesota Wild before returning […]

Nicholas Robertson Signs One-Year Contract with Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs winger Nicholas Robertson has signed a one-year, $1.825 million contract for next season. He was scheduled to have a salary arbitration hearing on Sunday. Robertson was the only unsigned restricted free agent remaining among the 11 players who filed for salary arbitration. Times have been difficult for Robertson in Toronto, as the […]

Steelers Reportedly Contact Commanders Regarding Terry McLaurin

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan reportedly contacted the Washington Commanders' front office concerning the availability of wide receiver Terry McLaurin. It's unknown how engaged both sides were in discussions regarding a potential trade for the disgruntled wideout. However, with McLaurin not only expecting to be "paid like a true No. 1 receiver," he also […]

Kings Re-Sign Alex Laferriere to Three-Year Deal

Los Angeles Kings winger Alex Laferriere inked a three-year, $12.3 million contract with the team on Saturday. The 23-year-old was a restricted free agent after having completed his entry-level contract. Laferriere has produced promising performances with the Kings and is coming off a strong sophomore campaign. The American forward finished last term with 42 points […]

Shane Bieber to Make Triple-A Rehab Start Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) will make a rehab start with Triple-A Buffalo on Sunday. It'll be Bieber's first start as part of the Toronto organization, which acquired him from the Cleveland Guardians before Thursday's trade deadline. The Blue Jays took a gamble on Bieber, who hasn't pitched in the majors since April […]

Jonathan India Leaves Early After Hit by Pitch

Kansas City Royals infielder/outfielder Jonathan India (elbow/forearm) exited early against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday after taking a Max Scherzer pitch off the left elbow/forearm. The Royals moved Adam Frazier to second to replace India and brought in Nick Loftin to play left field in the fifth inning. India's now undergoing further evaluation. The […]

Blake Snell Fans Eight, Takes Loss in Return From Injured List

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell (shoulder) made his long-awaited return from the injured list Saturday after missing four months with shoulder inflammation. Facing the Tampa Bay Rays, one of his former teams, Snell tossed five innings of five-hit, three-run ball with eight strikeouts and no walks on 86 pitches (57 strikes). Snell surrendered two […]

Marcelo Mayer to Receive Anti-Inflammation Injection in Wrist

Boston Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer (wrist) will receive an anti-inflammation injection in his right wrist on Saturday, manager Alex Cora announced. "We have to wait three days to see if it works," Cora said. "And then he starts doing baseball activities and see how he reacts to it." With Mayer in limbo for the […]

Derek Hill to Begin Triple-A Rehab Assignment

Miami Marlins outfielder Derek Hill (finger) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville on Saturday. The Marlins placed Hill on the 10-day injured list on July 22 with a sprained middle finger on his left hand, but it doesn't appear he'll miss much more time. The 29-year-old has hit a woeful .211/.276/.322 with two […]

D'Ernest Johnson Signs with Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens have signed running back D'Ernest Johnson, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Johnson joins Justice Hill, Keaton Mitchell, and Rasheen Ali as depth options in Baltimore behind star running back Derrick Henry. In 14 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars last season Johnson gained 239 yards from scrimmage on 44 total touches and did […]

Evan Carter Placed on 10-Day Injured List

The Texas Rangers announced that they have placed outfielder Evan Carter (back) on the 10-day injured list with back spasms and recalled fellow outfielder Alejandro Osuna from Triple-A Round Rock. Carter is heading to the IL for the second time this year after previously sitting out the end of May with a quad strain. The […]

Josh Jung Out of Lineup Again on Saturday

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (calf) will sit for the third straight game on Saturday against the Seattle Mariners as he deals with calf soreness. Josh Smith will fill in at the hot corner and lead off versus right-hander Luis Castillo, while Rowdy Tellez will take first and bat seventh. The good news for […]

Kyle Juszczyk, Isaac Guerendo Leave Practice Early on Saturday

San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (undisclosed) and running back Isaac Guerendo (shoulder/arm) both left the team's Saturday practice early, according to ESPN's Nick Wagoner. Wagoner writes that Juszczyk was "moving slowly." The 34-year-old is a key piece as a blocker and a receiver in the 49ers' offense, having racked up 2,901 yards from scrimmage […]

Iowa NASCAR Algorithm-Predicted Finishing Order (Premium Content)

We're down to four regular season races left in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, and we knock off another regular season contest this weekend with the Iowa Corn 350 on Sunday afternoon at Iowa Speedway. Iowa is a very new track to the Cup Series, as they have only ran one race here, and […]

NASCAR Qualifying Results and Starting Lineup for Iowa - Iowa Corn 350 (2025)

On Saturday afternoon, the NASCAR Cup Series held the qualifying session to set the starting lineup for this weekend's race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The qualifying session consisted of just one round, as is the current protocol for many Cup Series races this season. Beautiful morning here at Iowa: NASCAR Iowa ET Today 11-CW App-Xfin […]

Denzel Perryman Arrested on Felony Charges

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was arrested on Friday night on a felony weapons charge, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim. Police reportedly conducted a traffic stop on Perryman and found five firearms in his vehicle. He has a court date set for August 5, and the Chargers said in a statement that the team […]

Miles Sanders Could Miss "a Couple of Days" with Knee Injury

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said that running back Miles Sanders (knee) could miss a couple of days with a left knee bruise, but that the team does not have a lot of concern about the injury. Sanders has been out of action since Thursday, and it appears as though he'll miss the early […]

NASCAR Practice Speeds, Lap Averages, and Notes for Iowa - Iowa Corn 350 (2025)

The NASCAR Cup Series ran a single practice session at Iowa Speedway on Saturday afternoon in preparation for the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 on Sunday afternoon. The 37-car field was split into two groups for practice, with each group getting 25 minutes on track. Below you will find the two groups, key notes from the […]

DJ Giddens Standing Out in Colts Practice, In Line for Significant Role?

Indianapolis Colts rookie running back DJ Giddens has stood out in training camp and looks like "the most talented backup the Colts have ever had" to star running back Jonathan Taylor, according to Destin Adams of A to Z Sports. A fifth-round pick out of Kansas State, Giddens gained over 1,600 yards from scrimmage in […]

Evan Carter Sitting Saturday, Could Land on 10-Day Injured List

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (back) is dealing with back spasms and will not play Saturday against the Seattle Mariners, according to Kennedi Landry of MLB.com. Carter may head to the 10-day injured list, but the Rangers haven't made a decision yet. This is a concerning issue for Carter, who has a history of back […]

Max Kranick Undergoes Flexor Tendon Surgery

New York Mets right-hander Max Kranick (elbow) recently underwent surgery to repair his flexor tendon, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic. It was previously believed that Kranick would require Tommy John surgery for the second time, so this is positive news for the 28-year-old. While Kranick won't pitch again in 2025, he could return […]

Video: Fantasy Baseball Hitters and Pitchers Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups - Week 19 (2025)

The 2025 fantasy baseball season continues with our Week 19 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups. 2025 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and waiver wire advice for hitters that are emerging. Anthony Aniano of RotoBaller breaks down some of his must-have Week 19 fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for hitters. These MLB […]

DraftKings MMA, UFC DFS Lineup Picks - UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park

After two months, the Ultimate Fighting Championship returns home to UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, for UFC Vegas 108. There are some intriguing matchups this Saturday, but to be honest, the UFC Vegas 108 card has a thin lineup, and it looks mediocre, at least on paper. The main event was originally scheduled as […]