Dolphins, Matthew Judon Agree to One-Year Deal

The Miami Dolphins and free-agent outside linebacker Matthew Judon agreed to a one-year deal worth a maximum value of $6 million on Monday, a source told Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. Judon visited with the club earlier in the day and will now join pass-rushers Jaelan Phillips, Bradley Chubb and Chop Robinson in Miami in […]

Salvador Perez Scratched on Monday With Illness

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (illness) has been scratched from Monday's series opener against the visiting Texas Rangers at Kauffman Stadium due to an illness, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. Luke Maile will take over behind the plate to catch right-hander Michael Wacha and will hit eighth against Rangers right-handeer Jack Leiter. Perez […]

Kyle Tucker to Get Multiple Days Off

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that struggling outfielder Kyle Tucker will get multiple days off and will sit out of Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers. Tucker went 0-for-4 in the Game 1 loss at Wrigley Field and has a 57 percent ground-ball rate this month. He's in need of […]

Shane Bieber to Make Season Debut on Friday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber (elbow) will make his 2025 debut in Friday's series opener on the road in Miami against the Marlins, according to MLB.com's Keegan Matheson. Bieber will be making his first big-league start since April of 2024 after having Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. Fantasy managers may want to […]

Woody Marks Earns Praise From Head Coach

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans likes what he is seeing from the running back room with Joe Mixon (ankle, foot) still on the Non-Footbal Injury list during training camp. Ryans specifically praised veteran Nick Chubb and rookie Woody Marks on Saturday in the second preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. Marks had seven carries […]

Joe Mixon Could Start Season on NFI List

KPRC 2 Sports' Aaron Wilson thinks that Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (ankle, foot) will start the regular season on the Non-Football Injury list, which would keep him out for Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams and three more games. Wilson also says that it's been a "tough and complicated rehabbing" for Mixon. […]

Martin Perez to Start on Wednesday

Chicago White Sox left-hander Martin Perez will move into the team's starting rotation and toe the rubber on Wednesday versus the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Right-hander Aaron Civale will be pushed to Friday against the division-rival Minnesota Twins. Perez will take the rotation spot of right-hander Sean Burke, […]

Updated Fantasy Football Rookie WR Rankings (August): Travis Hunter, Tetairoa McMillan, Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden, Jayden Higgins, Tre Harris

This rookie wide receiver class didn't get a ton of hype in the predraft process, but many are drawing a ton of attention during training camp. To help you in your rookie, dynasty, and redraft leagues, we're back with our updated 2025 fantasy football rookie wide receiver rankings. Below, check out our new cut of […]

Alex Lange Activated From 60-Day Injured List

The Detroit Tigers activated right-handed reliever Alex Lange (lat) from the 60-day injured list on Monday and optioned left-hander Bailey Horn to Triple-A Toledo in a corresponding move, according to Tigers PR. Lange will be available for Monday's series opener against the Houston Astros and will be making his season debut when he enters a […]

Felnin Celesten Promoted to High-A Everett

Seattle Mariners shortstop prospect Felnin Celesten has been promoted to High-A Everett after a successful 93 games at Single-A Modesto to begin the year. The Mariners' ninth-ranked prospect slashed .285/.349/.384 with five home runs and 20 steals for the Nuts, but was even better as of late, hitting safely in 20 of his last 24 games with […]

White Sox Send Sean Burke to Triple-A

The Chicago White Sox announced on Monday that they optioned right-hander Sean Burke to Triple-A Charlotte and recalled right-hander Owen White from Charlotte in a corresponding move. Burke gets the boot out of the team's big-league starting rotation after going 4-10 with a 4.28 ERA (4.85 FIP) and 1.44 WHIP with 110 strikeouts and 54 […]

Luis Guanipa Hits Single-A Injured List Again

Atlanta Braves outfield prospect Luis Guanipa (undisclosed) was placed on the Single-A 7-day injured list on Monday. It's unfortunate news for a player who missed two months earlier this season due to injury and who was in the midst of an eight-game hit streak, hitting .293 in the 26 games since coming off the IL […]

Zack Wheeler has Surgery to Remove Blood Clot

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler (shoulder) underwent a successful thrombolysis procedure performed by Dr. Paul DiMuzio on Monday to remove a blood clot in his right upper extremity, according to the team. Further treatment and a timeline for Wheeler's recovery will be determined at at future date. Fantay managers must stash the 35-year-old All-Star for […]

Cade Horton Leaves Early on Monday With Blister Issue

Chicago Cubs right-handed rookie Cade Horton (finger) left his outing early in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Monday against the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers in the third inning with a middle-finger blister on his right hand. Horton officially went only 2 2/3 innings in the outing and was visited twice by manager Craig Counsell and […]

De'Von Achane Unlikely to Practice This Week

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (calf) is not expected to practice this week as he recovers from a minor calf issue. Head coach Mike McDaniel emphasized the move is precautionary, given Achane's speed and explosiveness. The 22-year-old breakout star is coming off a strong 2024 campaign, racking up 1,499 scrimmage yards and 12 touchdowns […]

Justin Jefferson Returning to Practice

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Monday that star wide receiver Justin Jefferson (hamstring) will return to practice and gradually ramp up ahead of Week 1. Jefferson missed time this summer, sparking concern about his readiness, but his return solidifies his status as one of fantasy football's elite first-round picks. The 26-year-old posted 103 […]

Nolan Hoffman Called up From Triple-A Lehigh Valley

Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Nolan Hoffman has been called up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley for what will be his major league debut whenever he enters a game. The 28-year-old was drafted back in 2018 and was acquired by the Phillies from the Rangers this season. By the numbers, the 6-foot-4 hurler didn't post very good stats […]

Willson Contreras, Lars Nootbaar Playing on Monday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras (foot) and outfielder Lars Nootbaar (cramps) are both in the starting lineup for Monday's series opener on the road against the Miami Marlins and right-hander Eury Perez. Contreras is at first and is batting cleanup, while Nootbaar is in right field and will hit leadoff. Contreras will return […]

Tristan Wirfs Progressing, Could Avoid PUP List

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs (knee) is making steady progress in his recovery from July MCL surgery. While Wirfs won't be ready for Week 1, the team is optimistic he could return as early as Week 3, avoiding a stint on the PUP list. A four-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, Wirfs anchors […]

Bucs Chris Godwin Likely to Start Season on PUP List

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (ankle) is still not close to a return from the injury that ended his 2024 season in Week 7. The veteran required another offseason procedure, and the team now expects him to miss at least the first month of the season on the PUP list. That's a major […]

Maximo Acosta Called Up for Major-League Debut

Miami Marlins infield prospect Maximo Acosta has been called up from Triple-A Jacksonville for what will be his major league debut. The Marlins' 25th-ranked prospect was hitting just .232 with an elevated 26.3 percent strikeout rate at Triple-A, however, he does possess some power, as evidenced by the 12 home runs in 106 games. He can […]

Rob Refsnyder on the Injured List With Oblique Strain

The Boston Red Sox announced on Monday that they placed outfielder Rob Refsnyder (oblique) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 15) with a left-oblique strain and recalled infielder/outfielder Nate Eaton from Triple-A Worcester in a corresponding move. The team also designated catcher Ali Sanchez for assignment. Given the nature of Refsnyder's injury, it's […]

Marlins Place Graham Pauley on Injured List With Oblique Strain

The Miami Marlins announced on Monday that they placed infielder Graham Pauley (oblique) on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Aug. 17) with a right-oblique strain and recalled infield prospect Maximo Acosta from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move. Pauley suffered an oblique strain over the weekend that will most likely sideline him beyond the […]

Noah Schultz Progressing, Could Return in Late August

Chicago White Sox pitching prospect Noah Schultz (knee) has not pitched in a game at Triple-A Charlotte since July 3 after being scratched due to knee discomfort prior to his start on July 19. Chicago's second-ranked prospect is progressing and could return before the end of the month, however, the team is being cautious with […]

Chase Burns Will Throw on Monday

Cincinnati Reds rookie right-hander Chase Burns (elbow) is scheduled to throw on Monday, and the Reds fully expect him to contribute before the end of the 2025 season. "We think (Chase Burns) can be a weapon for us going down the stretch," manager Terry Francona said. Burns landed on the 15-day injured list last Friday […]

Tylor Megill Punches Out Nine in Rehab Start

New York Mets right-hander Tylor Megill (elbow) looked good in his minor-league rehab start with Double-A Binghamton on Sunday, throwing 3 1/3 scoreless innings while allowing one hit, walking none and striking out nine. Megill threw 39 of his 55 pitches for strikes in what was his second rehab outing. The 30-year-old is returning from […]

Tetairoa McMillan Dealing with Hamstring Issue

Carolina Panthers rookie wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (hamstring) did not practice Monday while resting a "minor" injury, according to team officials. The first-round pick is expected to play a major role right away in Carolina's offense and has already developed a strong connection with quarterback Bryce Young during camp. McMillan's combination of size and athleticism […]

Brian Robinson Jr. Held Out on Monday Amid Trade Rumors

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. will not play in Monday night's preseason game against the Bengals. The decision was reportedly mutual between Robinson and the team as trade discussions heat up ahead of 53-man roster cuts. Robinson has been Washington's lead back, but uncertainty surrounding his future clouds his fantasy outlook. If he […]

Jalen Royals Dealing with Knee Tendinitis

Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide receiver Jalen Royals (knee) will not practice Monday due to knee tendinitis. The fourth-round pick is expected to begin the season in a reserve role but could earn more opportunities as the year progresses. With Marquise Brown also battling injuries this preseason, Royals may be positioned for an increased role […]

Quinshon Judkins Not Facing Charges, Still Unsigned

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins will not face legal charges following his recent incident, but the NFL's ongoing investigation has delayed contract negotiations. The second-round pick remains unsigned as camp nears its close, raising concerns about his Week 1 availability. With Judkins sidelined, Jerome Ford and rookie Dylan Sampson could see expanded opportunities […]