Jhoan Duran Records 21st Save

Philadelphia Phillies closer Jhoan Duran picked up his 21st save of the year on Sunday in an 11-9 win over the Washington Nationals. Duran, who entered in the ninth inning with a runner on second and one out, retired both batters he faced - including a game-ending strikeout of James Wood. He threw 12 pitches […]

Bryce Perkins Signing with Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have signed quarterback Bryce Perkins on Sunday. The Panthers are in need of another quarterback with Andy Dalton (elbow) sidelined right now. Perkins hasn't played in the NFL since the 2022 season with the Los Angeles Rams. The 28-year-old has been lighting it up in the UFL, which earned him another shot […]

Victor Mesa Jr. Activated from Triple-A Injured List

Miami Marlins outfield prospect Victor Mesa Jr. (undisclosed) was activated from the Triple-A Jacksonville 7-day injured list on Sunday. The cause for the injured list stint was not disclosed, but hamstring issues bothered him earlier in the year and could have persisted. Regardless, it appears he's fully recovered and will be back in action for the Jumbo […]

Jake Burger Exits With Wrist Discomfort

Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger (wrist) exited early on Sunday with left-wrist discomfort, Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News reports. Burger went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored against the Toronto Blue Jays before the Rangers pinch-hit Ezequiel Duran for him in the top of the seventh inning. The 29-year-old has […]

Spencer Rattler Leads Game-Tying Drive vs. Jaguars

The Saints' quarterback battle is still wide open, and Spencer Rattler is doing everything he can to convince the organization that he should be the Week 1 starter. Rattler went 18-of-24 for 199 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while adding three carries for 19 yards in Sunday’s 17-17 tie against the Jaguars. He led […]

Harrison Bryant Traded to Texans

The Philadelphia Eagles have traded tight end Harrison Bryant to the Houston Texans on Sunday. Bryant and a 2026 fifth-round pick will head to Houston in exchange for wide receiver John Metchie III and a 2026 sixth-round pick. This seems like a good move for Houston to add another tight end to the mix. Dalton […]

Wilyer Abreu Leaves Early With Calf Tightness

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) left a 5-3 loss to the Miami Marlins early on Sunday with tightness in his right calf. Abreu made a big impact before exiting, going 2-for-3 with a homer, two RBI, and two runs scored. The Red Sox brought third baseman Alex Bregman off the bench to fill […]

Jordan Love Could Return to Practice on Monday

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said he "would love to get him out there tomorrow," referencing quarterback Jordan Love, who could return to practice on Monday. The 26-year-old underwent surgery on his non-throwing left thumb to address a ligament injury he suffered in the team's first preseason game. The former first-round pick is […]

Jack Plummer Throws Two Interceptions vs. Houston

Carolina Panthers quarterback Jack Plummer went 10-for-14 for 83 yards and two interceptions in Saturday’s 20-3 loss to the Houston Texans. At the end of the second quarter, defensive lineman Danielle Hunter hit Panthers second-string quarterback Andy Dalton (elbow). The hit sent Dalton to the sideline, and he did not return. Plummer replaced Dalton and […]

Cristian Javier Exits Start With Illness

Houston Astros right-hander Cristian Javier (illness) left his start against the Baltimore Orioles early on Sunday "due to illness," the Astros announced. Javier threw three innings of one-run, three-hit ball with two strikeouts and no walks before Houston replaced him with righty Shawn Dubin. It was Javier's second start since he returned on Monday from […]

Trevor Etienne Continues to Struggle

Carolina Panthers rookie running back Trevor Etienne saw plenty of action in the team's 20-3 preseason loss to the Houston Texans on Saturday. As the third back to enter the game, he rushed seven times for 18 yards and caught his only target for a seven-yard gain. Etienne's involvement wasn't limited to the offensive side […]

Ryan Fitzgerald Battling to Start in Carolina

Undrafted rookie Ryan Fitzgerald is making a strong case for the Carolina Panthers' starting kicker job. He accounted for the team's only points with an impressive 52-yard field goal in Saturdays’s 20-3 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Fitzgerald signed with the Panthers as an unrestricted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft, but some […]

Browns to Name Starting QB This Week

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski plans to name the team's starting quarterback ahead of their preseason finale, using the final week as a dress rehearsal for Week 1. The decision comes amidst a four-way battle between rookie quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders (oblique), Dillon Gabriel, Kenny Pickett (hamstring), and veteran Joe Flacco. Flacco, who has not yet […]

Jhostynxon Garcia Tallies Four Hits, Four RBI on Saturday

Boston Red Sox outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia tallied a four-hit night on Saturday, going 4-for-4 with four RBI and a run scored for Triple-A Worcester. Boston's third-ranked prospect (MLB No. 78) is now 8-for-14 (.571) with a double, a home run, six RBI, and five runs scored over his last three games, and is now slashing .292/.366/.520 […]

Texans Trade John Metchie III to Eagles

The Houston Texans have traded wide receiver John Metchie III and a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for tight end Harrison Bryant and a 2026 fifth-round pick. Metchie, a former second-round pick, is entering his third season after missing his entire rookie year while battling leukemia. The 25-year-old receiver struggled to […]

Browns Hopeful Kenny Pickett, Shedeur Sanders Will Increase Practice Participation

Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said he is "hopeful" quarterbacks Kenny Pickett (hamstring) and Shedeur Sanders (oblique) will increase their practice participation this week as they recover from injuries. Pickett, who has been dealing with a hamstring injury since late July, said he feels like he is "turning the corner" and was able to do […]

Chase DeLauter Resuming Baseball Activities

Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter (hand) has resumed baseball activities after undergoing hamate fracture incision surgery on July 23. The Guardians' second-ranked prospect was hitting well at Triple-A before the injury, but the recovery timeline ends his season in all likelihood. The former first-round draft pick was hitting .278 at Columbus with five home […]

11 Fantasy Football Breakout Running Backs - Florio's Mid-Round and Later-Round Picks

Breakouts are what win fantasy football championships. Those players that you get in the middle and late rounds of your drafts who turn into one of the best players at their position are what win leagues. It is why I believe you should be chasing players with that kind of upside with most of your […]

Fantasy Football Tight Ends With Overall TE1 Upside for 2025

The hardest position to navigate in fantasy football is the tight end position. Most of these tight ends are inconsistent each week, and there are usually only a few elite options at the position. Last year, though, the position was the best it ever was, as eight different tight ends scored above 10.5 PPR fantasy […]

MarShawn Lloyd to Miss Time with Hamstring Injury

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur announced that running back MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) "is going to miss some time" after suffering a hamstring injury. The second-year back left the Green Bay Packers' 23-19 preseason win over the Indianapolis Colts after catching a 33-yard pass. The 2024 third-round pick has been more hurt than healthy […]

Aidan O'Connell Struggles Again in Preseason

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell continues to have a rough preseason, throwing his third interception despite completing 10 of 15 passes for 88 yards in Saturday's 22-19 loss to the 49ers. O'Connell struggled against blitz pressure and failed to finish any drives with a touchdown. While he remains the favorite to back up Geno […]

5 League-Winning Fantasy Football Breakouts: Second-Year Players to Target and Draft (2025)

While fantasy football managers used to avoid rookies like the plague, their approach towards them has softened in recent years. This is mainly due to the number of rookies recently entering the league and immediately producing like seasoned veterans. However, not all players hit the ground running in their first year. While some players excel […]

Ashton Jeanty Sharp in Extended Run with Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty showcased his blend of power and speed in the team's second preseason contest. The rookie logged seven carries for 33 yards and a touchdown, highlighted by a 13-yard burst where he lowered his shoulder and flattened cornerback Deommodore Lenoir. Jeanty's strong playstyle and decisive running fit well into […]

Rhett Lowder Scheduled for Bullpen Session After MRI Comes Back Clean

Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Rhett Lowder (forearm, oblique) recently underwent an MRI on his left oblique, and it came back clean. This means he will be able to begin throwing from a mound and is already scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Sunday. The Reds' second-ranked prospect missed the first couple of months of […]

Ketel Marte Resting on Sunday

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies. This appears to be a routine rest day for Marte after he started in each of the last 12 games. Marte is in the middle of a hot stretch at the plate. Over the last […]

Josh Lowe Remains Sidelined on Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe (oblique) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants. This comes a day after Lowe was scratched ahead of Saturday's contest due to oblique tightness. The organization is hopeful to avoid a stint on the injured list, but oblique issues sometimes are […]

Nathan Church Called Up from Triple-A Memphis for Debut

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Nathan Church has been called up from Triple-A Memphis for his major league debut. The Cardinals' 14th-ranked prospect has hit well all season, including a .336 batting average at Double-A Springfield before earning a promotion to Triple-A at the beginning of June. The 25-year-old slashed .332/.396/.517 with seven home runs […]

Casey Schmitt Absent on Sunday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt (forearm) remains out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Schmitt was hit by a pitch on the forearm during Friday's contest. The X-rays came back negative, so Schmitt shouldn't require a stint on the injured list. He sat out on Saturday […]

Paul Goldschmidt Playing on Sunday

New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (knee) is back in the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Goldschmidt is back in the mix after missing three games due to right knee soreness. He missed the first two games of this series, but will at least get to play one […]

Thomas Hatch Starting on Sunday

Minnesota Twins pitcher Thomas Hatch will take the mound against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday. The Twins are in desperate need of pitching with Simeon Woods Richardson (illness) and Pablo Lopez (shoulder) both sidelined right now. Hatch should be able to offer some length after throwing 4.1 innings in each of his last two outings. […]