Khal Stephen Traded to Cleveland

The Cleveland Guardians are acquiring right-handed pitcher Khal Stephen from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for right-handed pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow). Before the trade, Stephen was considered the No. 9-ranked prospect in the Toronto system on MLB.com. The Blue Jays drafted Stephen with the 59th overall pick in last year's MLB Draft out of […]

Gordon Graceffo an Option for Saves in St. Louis?

It remains to be seen who will close out games for the St. Louis Cardinals after the team traded both closer Ryan Helsley and left-hander Steven Matz on Wednesday. The Athletic's Katie Woo writes that pitching prospect Gordon Graceffo, who was recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday, looks to be an early contending for save […]

Tyler Locklear to Start at First Base in Arizona

John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports reports that the plan is for recently acquired first base prospect Tyler Locklear to immediately play first base for the Arizona Diamondbacks after they acquired him as part of the package for All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez on Wednesday night. The D-backs will give Locklear every opportunity to win the […]

Braden Nett Moving to Sacramento in Big Deadline Deal

The Athletics are acquiring right-handed pitching prospects Braden Nett, Henry Baez and Eduarniel Nunez and shortstop prospect Leodalis De Vries from the San Diego Padres on Thursday in exchange for closer Mason Miller and left-hander JP Sears, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Nett, 23, was listed as the Padres' No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline. […]

Padres Don't Have Plans to Trade Robert Suarez

The San Diego Padres don't have plans to trade closer Robert Suarez at Thursday's deadline, even after just acquiring right-handed closer Mason Miller from the Athletics in a blockbuster deal on Thursday morning, according to USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale. With both Miller and Suarez, the Padres will have the best bullpen in baseball. Additionally, […]

Leodalis De Vries Heads to A's in Blockbuster Deal

The Athletics are acquiring shortstop prospect Leodalis De Vries and right-handed pitching prospects Braden Nett, Henry Baez and Eduarniel Nunez from the San Diego Padres on Thursday in exchange for closer Mason Miller and left-hander JP Sears, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. De Vries, 18, was the Padres' top prospect and the No. 3 prospect […]

Jalon Walker Misses Practice Again on Thursday

Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker/edge rusher Jalon Walker (hamstring) will miss his third consecutive practice on Thursday, according to Josh Kendall of The Athletic. Walker's injury has been described as "very minor" by Falcons head coach Raheem Morris. A first-round draft pick out of the University of Georgia, Walker recorded 37 solo tackles, 6.5 sacks, and […]

Luther Burden III Impressing in Bears Camp

Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III "looks outstanding," according to Adam Hoge of CHGO. Burden III was kicked out of practice by Bears head coach Ben Johnson on Tuesday after making a pre-snap alignment mistake, but it appears as though he's rebounded nicely from the mental error. Drafted in the second round out […]

Diontae Johnson Competing for a Roster Spot in Cleveland?

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Diontae Johnson has "mostly played with the second and third offensive units" in training camp practices, according to Zak Jackson of The Athletic. Jackson writes that Johnson may be competing with second-year wideout Jamari Thrash for the primary slot receiver role, or "even for a roster spot." In 12 games last […]

Mack Hollins Activated Off PUP List, Practicing on Thursday

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins (undisclosed) has been activated off the active/physically unable to perform list and is participating in the team's training camp practice on Thursday, according to Doug Kyed of The Boston Herald. Hollins missed the beginning part of training camp with an undisclosed ailment. In 17 games last season with […]

Braelon Allen "One of the Stars" of Jets Training Camp

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen has been "one of the stars of camp so far," and the Jets are "going to have a hard time keeping Allen off the field," according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. A fourth-round pick in 2024 out of Wisconsin, Allen rushed for 334 yards and two touchdowns […]

Bhayshul Tuten Returns to Practice in Limited Capacity

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten (hamstring) participated in positional drills but not in the team portions of Jacksonville's training camp practice on Thursday, according to ESPN's Mia O'Brien. Tuten had missed the last few days of practice with a hamstring injury, but it appears as though it will not cause him to miss […]

Mason Miller Traded to San Diego

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the San Diego Padres are acquiring Athletics relief pitcher Mason Miller and left-handed pitcher JP Sears. In exchange, the Padres are trading top infield prospect Leodalis De Vries, and right-handed pitchers Braden Nett, Henry Baez, and Eduarniel Nunez. Miller is well-regarded as one of the top relief pitchers in […]

Jordan Mason Looking Explosive in Training Camp

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason looks explosive and "built" in training camp, according to Sean Borman of Vikings Territory. A free-agent addition by Minnesota this past offseason, Mason logged 153 carries for 789 yards and three touchdowns in 12 games for the San Francisco 49ers in 2024. He's expected to work in a timeshare […]

Orioles Place Zach Eflin on Injured List, Trade Still Possible

The Orioles placed right-hander Zach Eflin (back) on the 15-day injured list Thursday with lower back discomfort. The move comes just two starts after he returned from a back injury that sidelined him in late June. Eflin has struggled this season despite a 6-5 record, posting a 5.93 ERA, 16.2% strikeout rate, and a 5.8% […]

Yankees Linked to Pirates Closer David Bednar

The New York Yankees are actively seeking bullpen reinforcements ahead of the trade deadline, with Pirates closer David Bednar emerging as a top target. Bednar owns a 2.37 ERA and 17 saves on a struggling Pittsburgh squad, while posting a career-best 33.1% strikeout rate. With Devin Williams underwhelming this season, the Yankees are expected to […]

Dario Saric Hoping to Have Meaningful Role with Kings

Sacramento Kings forward/center Dario Saric is looking forward to a fresh start and hopes to become a regular rotation player again in 2025-26. "I went to Sacramento, passed medicals, talked to the coach and general manager," Saric told reporters after practice with the Croatian team ahead of the Pre-Qualifiers of the FIBA World Cup 2027. […]

Padres Emerge as Favorite in Luis Robert Jr. Sweepstakes

Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. remains one of the biggest names likely to move at the trade deadline. While the Mets and Phillies are still in play, the Padres have emerged as the top contender. San Diego is looking to boost its outfield, with Robert a potential upgrade over struggling veteran Jason Heyward […]

Donte DiVincenzo to Skip EuroBasket Due to Injury

Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Donte DiVincenzo will not be part of Team Italy at the EuroBasket 2025 after sustaining an injury. "I just wanted to say how happy, thankful, and excited I am to finally become an Italian citizen. I want to thank the Federation and Italian institutions for making all this happen in record […]

Carlos Carrasco Set to Start Thursday for Braves

The Atlanta Braves have added veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco (2-2) to the active roster, and he'll start Thursday night against the Reds. Carrasco was acquired from the Yankees on Monday and brings a 5.91 ERA with a 1.531 WHIP over six starts this season. The 38-year-old owns a 17.6% strikeout rate, while opponents are slashing […]

Ayo Dosunmu Set to Remain in Chicago

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is expected to remain with the team for the start of the 2025-26 campaign. He has been linked with a move elsewhere, but Bulls insider K.C. Johnson has reported that "all signs for now point to Ayo Dosunmu returning" to the Bulls. According to Johnson, the Bulls had trade talks […]

Malik Nabers Expected to Practice on Thursday

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder) is expected to practice on Thursday. However, the former LSU standout could potentially be limited at times during the session. Head coach Brian Daboll said, "We'll put him out there and he'll do what he can do," and that the team "has a plan." Fantasy managers should […]

Jaylin Lane Getting Work with the First Team

Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver Jaylin Lane has been seeing time with the first team during the early stages of training camp. According to Lynell Willingham of 1067 The Fan, the rookie out of Virginia Tech was being used as a decoy on a jet sweep during Thursday's practice session. The Commanders selected the wide […]

Tigers Acquire Paul Sewald From Guardians

The Detroit Tigers have acquired right-hander Paul Sewald (shoulder) from the Guardians ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The return package has not been announced. Sewald is currently on the injured list with a moderate teres major strain, and hasn't pitched since July 12. In 18 appearances this season, he owns a 4.70 ERA, 1.17 […]

Malevy Leons Signs Exhibit 10 Deal With Thunder

Power forward Malevy Leons has signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder to link up with the NBA champions for training camp. After going undrafted, Leons made six appearances with the Thunder last season. The Dutch forward logged a total of 20 minutes. However, he found success in the G League, averaging […]

Jaylen Waddle Stepping Up for the Dolphins

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle has been one of the top performers in training camp, according to the Miami Herald's Omar Kelly, who calls Waddle the "new top dawg." Since Tyreek Hill (wrist) is working his way back after two offseason surgeries, Waddle has taken advantage of his chance to work with Tua Tagovailoa. […]

Kings Pick Up Daeqwon Plowden on Two-Way Deal

Guard/forward Daeqwon Plowden has signed a two-way contract with the Sacramento Kings. The 26-year-old was a free agent after being waived by the Phoenix Suns earlier this month. Plowden appeared in his first six NBA games with the Atlanta Hawks last season, averaging 7.2 points in 12.0 minutes, with an impressive 52.9 percent shooting from […]

Jayden Higgins Earning Praise

Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins continues to impress in his rookie training camp, and on Wednesday, veteran safety Jalen Pitre called Higgins a "smooth receiver that has all the routes." The Texans drafted Higgins near the top of the second round and gave him the first-ever fully guaranteed contract for a second-round pick. Higgins […]

Blue Jays to Acquire Shane Bieber

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Toronto Blue Jays are acquiring right-handed pitcher Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians. In return, the Blue Jays are sending right-handed pitching prospect Khal Stephen to Cleveland. Bieber has been sidelined throughout the entire first half of the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery after his first two […]

Bryce McGowens Signs Two-Way Deal with Pelicans

Shooting guard Bryce McGowens has agreed to a two-way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans. The 22-year-old joins his third NBA team, after previously spending time with the Charlotte Hornets and Portland Trail Blazers. Last season, McGowens averaged just 2.5 minutes per game over 13 contests with the Trail Blazers. However, he played extremely well […]