Andrew Painter Allows Only One Hit on Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Andrew Painter allowed two runs on one hit and three walks while striking out four across six innings against Triple-A Norfolk. Painter conceded just one hit all night, with it being a solo home run to Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle, who is out on a rehab assignment. He generated whiffs […]

Ashton Izzi Included in Josh Naylor Deal

The Seattle Mariners traded pitching prospects Ashton Izzi and Brandyn Garcia to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for first baseman Josh Naylor. The right-hander has started 12 games at High-A this year and has struggled a bit with a 5.51 ERA, 1.56 WHIP, with a better 15.2 percent strikeout-minus walk-rate in 47.1 innings. The 21-year-old […]

Brandyn Garcia Sent To Arizona in Josh Naylor Trade

Seattle Mariners left-handed pitching prospect Brandyn Garcia was included in a trade package along with right-handed pitcher Ashton Izzi for Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor on Thursday night. Garcia has split time between Double-A and Triple-A in a relief role this year, totaling a 3.51 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, and a 16.8 percent strikeout-minus-walk percent […]

Mid-Week Waiver Wire Rankings - Fantasy Baseball Pickups Include Kirby Yates, Brice Matthews, Matt Shaw, Luke Keaschall, Spencer Arrighetti, Andrew Painter, Francisco Alvarez

The MLB trade deadline is next Thursday, and we could see an influx of veterans and prospects on the move by then. It's an exciting time for baseball with all the trade rumors and potentially more prospects getting the call to the big leagues. At RotoBaller HQ, we are back with more waiver wire rankings […]

Ben Rice Drawing Trade Interest

New York Yankees first baseman/designated hitter Ben Rice is on other teams' radars as a potential catcher option in advance of the July 31 trade deadline, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports. Teams have called the Yankees inquiring about Rice's ability to handle the position, according to Sherman. Rice has minimal experience as […]

Jacob Melton Starting Rehab Assignment at Triple-A

Houston Astros outfield prospect Jacob Melton (ankle) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land on Thursday. He went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in his return and looks to be healthy after recovering from an ankle injury. All four of his batted balls on the night were hard hit, with exit velocities […]

Cristian Javier Throws 49 Pitches in Triple-A Rehab Start

Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier (elbow) made his first Triple-A rehab start on Thursday and threw 49 pitches (30 strikes) in 2 2/3 innings. Javier gave up one run on three hits with two walks and a strikeout as he continues progressing toward an August return to the majors. The 28-year-old hasn't pitched in the […]

Griffin Conine Begins Throwing Program

Miami Marlins outfielder Griffin Conine (shoulder) has begun a throwing program as he recovers from season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, Kevin Barral of Fish on First reports. Conine, who dislocated his shoulder on April 19, threw from 60 feet on Tuesday and will increase the distance by 15 feet every other day. The 28-year-old […]

Mason Miller Records Four Outs to Secure 20th Save

Athletics closer Mason Miller notched a four-out save to finish off a 5-2 win over the Houston Astros on Thursday. Miller entered a 5-2 game with two outs and runners on the corners in the bottom of the eighth inning, and he put out the fire by getting Jose Altuve to fly out. The 26-year-old […]

Rays Prefer to Keep Pete Fairbanks

It doesn't appear that Tampa Bay Rays closer Pete Fairbanks will be on the move before the July 31 trade deadline. The Rays would "strongly prefer" to retain the right-hander, according to Patrick Mooney, Will Sammon, and Katie Woo of The Athletic. The Rays are 53-50 and just 1 1/2 games out of a wild-card […]

Ryan Helsley Expecting Trade Before Deadline

St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley has drawn interest from five or more teams leading up to the July 31 trade deadline, Katie Woo and Will Sammon of The Athletic report. The Cardinals improved to 53-51 with a 9-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Thursday and haven't publicly declared themselves sellers yet. Nevertheless, […]

Robert Stephenson Moved to 60-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Angels announced that they have transferred right-handed reliever Robert Stephenson (biceps) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL. The team selected left-hander Jose Quijada's contract in a corresponding move. Shifting Stephenson to the 60-day IL doesn't affect his timeline to return, as it has been almost two months since he […]

Emeka Egbuka Earns Praise from Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield called his team's rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka an "absolute stud" during a recent episode of New Heights with Travis and Jason Kelce. The Bucs surprised many when they used a first-round selection on Egbuka this past April despite already rostering receivers Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Jalen McMillan. […]

Mets Not Pursuing Eugenio Suarez

The New York Mets are not one of the teams pursuing Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez before the July 31 trade deadline, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. The Mets are instead prioritizing acquiring bullpen help, according to Heyman, who lists starting pitching and center field as other potential areas of focus […]

Stefon Diggs Impresses at Patriots Camp

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs has been "remarkably fluid in his routes and a consistent target" for quarterback Drake Maye, according to Chad Graff of The Athletic. It's a great sign for the 31-year-old coming off an ACL tear he suffered in October 2024. Diggs played well for the Houston Texans before the […]

Johan Oviedo Tosses Five Innings in Double-A Rehab Start

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Johan Oviedo (elbow, lat) was terrific in a rehab outing with Double-A Altoona on Thursday. Oviedo threw five innings and allowed just one earned run with no walks over 63 pitches in his second rehab start at that level. The 27-year-old fanned five, threw 42 pitches for strikes, and reached 97 mph […]

Keon Coleman Struggling to Separate in Practice

Buffalo Bills second-year wide receiver Keon Coleman "failed to deliver on several opportunities" in practice on Wednesday, according to Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic. Buscaglia notes that Coleman struggled to create separation, which has been a consistent issue throughout his NFL career so far. Buffalo used a second-round pick on Coleman in 2024, and he […]

Christian Wilkins Released by Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (foot) has been released by the team, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. It's a shocking turn of events for the 29-year-old, who signed a long-term deal with Las Vegas worth over $100M in March 2024. Wilkins played 51 straight games for the Miami Dolphins from 2021 […]

Eugenio Suarez Remains "Top Priority" for Mariners

The Seattle Mariners made a big splash Thursday in acquiring first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks, but the two teams may not be finished dealing. Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez remains the Mariners' "top priority" as the July 31 trade deadline approaches, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports. The Mariners are among many teams […]

Quintez Cephus Signs With 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have signed wide receiver Quintez Cephus, according to Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area. The team waived running back Israel Abanikanda to make room on the roster for Cephus. Originally drafted in 2020 by the Detroit Lions, Cephus has not appeared in an NFL game since 2022. He profiles […]

Kyle Bradish Throws Two Innings in Rehab Start

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Kyle Bradish (elbow) threw two innings in his first rehab start with High-A Aberdeen on Thursday. Making his first appearance in a game since undergoing Tommy John surgery in June 2024, Bradish yielded one earned run on two hits with four strikeouts against one walk over 37 pitches (22 strikes). He regularly […]

Packers Looking to Expand Tucker Kraft's Role

The Green Bay Packers are searching for ways to expand tight end Tucker Kraft's role in the passing game, according to Mark Oldacres of Packers Wire. Kraft took a step forward in his second season in 2024, recording 50 catches for 707 yards and seven touchdowns. However, Oldacres notes that 101 of his 118 career […]

Josh Naylor Traded to Seattle

The Seattle Mariners have acquired first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for left-handed pitching prospect Brandyn Garcia and right-handed pitching prospect Ashton Izzi. With the Diamondbacks falling out of the Wild Card race, several of their top hitters have been linked to competing rosters, including Naylor and third baseman Eugenio Suarez. […]

Updated Fantasy Football Half-PPR Wide Receiver Rankings: (2025) - A.J. Brown, Mike Evans, Courtland Sutton, Calvin Ridley, Tre Harris, Marquise Brown

Having plenty of wide receiver boom weeks is a sure-fire way to win matchups during the fantasy football season, so we're here to help with your draft-day efforts. Check out our updated 2025 fantasy football half-PPR wide receiver rankings to find out where notable WRs like A.J. Brown, Mike Evans, Courtland Sutton, Calvin Ridley, Tre […]

Darnell Mooney Leaves Practice With Undisclosed Injury

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (undisclosed) came off the field with a trainer during training camp practice on Thursday after missing a catch and didn't return, according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN. It's unclear what type of injury Mooney is dealing with and how severe it is, but we should have clarification on his […]

Trevor Lawrence Says He's 100 Percent Healthy

Speaking at the team's first training camp practice on Wednesday, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) said he's 100 percent healthy after missing seven games last year due to a shoulder injury and a concussion, per Jags beat writer John Oehser. Lawrence required season-ending surgery in December on his left (non-throwing) shoulder. "I feel really […]

Quinshon Judkins Might Not Report to Training Camp for a While

Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry said on Thursday that he doesn't expect to see rookie second-round running back Quinshon Judkins on the field at training camp for a while. Judkins was arrested on July 12 in Florida on a charge of battery and domestic violence and remains unsigned. The Browns are in no rush […]

Brandon Aubrey Taking Part in Practice

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey (shoulder) made five of his six field-goal tries into the wind during training camp practice on Thursday, per Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News. It's notable that Aubrey is practicing early on in training camp this summer after he had surgery on his shoulder in the offseason. The 30-year-old […]

Jameson Williams to be Used More as a Deep Threat?

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has noticed new offensive coordinator John Morton's aggressiveness in his approach to taking deep shots down the field, and it's one of the major areas that Williams thinks he has improved since a year ago, writes ESPN's Eric Woodyard. "My route running -- coach Johnny Mo is letting me […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Receiving Trade Interest

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. could be on the move ahead of this year's trade deadline. The assumption is that the D-Backs are going to be heavy sellers at the deadline this summer. This team has a handful of players on expiring deals that could help contending organizations. The obvious targets are Merrill Kelly, […]