Shakir Mukhamadullin Inks One-Year Extension with Sharks

San Jose Sharks defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin (shoulder) has secured a new one-year deal from the team, signing an extension worth $1 million. The 23-year-old, who underwent shoulder surgery in April, is coming off a season during which he made 30 appearances with the Sharks. Mukhamadullin showcased two-way potential by recording nine points (two goals, seven […]

Tyson Foerster Signs Two-Year Extension with Flyers

Philadelphia Flyers forward Tyson Foerster signed a two-year extension on Thursday. The 23-year-old was approaching restricted free agency before finalizing a new deal with the club. His contract is valued at $7.5 million, resulting in a $3.75 million cap hit for the next two seasons. Foerster, who turned 23 in January, enjoyed a second consecutive […]

Yordan Alvarez Getting Closer to a Return

The Houston Astros are bringing in minor-league pitchers to face designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (hand) on Friday before the team's contest at Daikin Park against the Tampa Bay Rays, according to manager Joe Espada. "That means that, once he's ready, we're not going to need a rehab assignment. That will be his way to check […]

Jonathan Toews Eyeing NHL Comeback

Center Jonathan Toews wants to return to the NHL after sitting out for two seasons. According to reports, Toews reached out to his agent, Pat Brisson, on Wednesday to say he's 100 percent ready to pursue a comeback attempt. Toews, who turned 37 in late April, is a free agent and can sign with any […]

Guardians Claim Matt Krook Off Waivers From A's

The Cleveland Guardians claimed left-hander Matt Krook off waivers from the Athletics on Thursday and optioned him to Triple-A Columbus, according to MLB.com's Tim Stebbins. In a corresponding move to make room on the team's 40-man roster, the Guardians transferred right-hander Ben Lively (elbow) to the 60-day injured list. Lively had UCL reconstruction and will […]

Luke Raley Expected to Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Seattle Mariners first baseman Luke Raley (oblique) will rejoin the team in the next couple of days and ramp up the swinging part of his baseball activities, according to MLB.com's Daniel Kramer. The Mariners are targeting the week of June 3 for Raley to start a minor-league rehab assignment. It means that the 30-year-old veteran […]

Bryce Harper Sitting for Game 2 of Doubleheader

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (elbow) remains out for Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the division-rival Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Alec Bohm will get another start at first base and will hit third, with Edmundo Sosa again starting at third base and batting sixth versus Braves left-hander Chris Sale. Manager Rob […]

Bo Horvat Out 4-6 Weeks with Ankle Injury

New York Islanders center Bo Horvat is expected to miss four to six weeks due to an ankle injury sustained at the World Championships, general manager Mathieu Darche announced on Thursday. While playing for Team Canada, Horvat was injured toward the end of the group stage. He finished the tournament with eight points (four goals, […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Starting Rehab Assignment on Thursday

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) is scheduled to start a minor-league rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset on Thursday, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. The Yankees are considering having Chisholm play third base when he returns to the big leagues, so he's likely to play the hot corner on what is expected to […]

Jeff Skinner Back in Oilers Lineup Thursday

Edmonton Oilers left wing Jeff Skinner will return to the lineup on Thursday night for Game 5 against the Dallas Stars. The veteran forward will step in for Zach Hyman (upper body), taking on a third-line role. Skinner has appeared only once this postseason, recording an assist in 11:12 of action during a 6-5 loss […]

Dodgers Acquiring Alexis Diaz From the Reds

The Los Angeles Dodgers are acquiring right-handed reliever Alexis Diaz from the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, a source tells The Athletic's Fabian Ardaya. It's unknown what the Dodgers are sending back to the Reds in return. Diaz is expected to report to Triple-A Oklahoma City. The 28-year-old former All-Star dealt with an injury in spring […]

Braves Place AJ Smith-Shawver on 15-Day Injured List on Thursday

The Atlanta Braves announced on Thursday that they placed right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver (elbow) on the 15-day injured list with a strained right elbow and recalled right-hander Michael Peterson from Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding move. Smith-Shawver was hit by a comebacker in his heel/foot in his start on Thursday in Game 1 of a doubleheader […]

Mattias Ekholm Returns to Action Thursday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is set to make his first postseason appearance of the year in Thursday's Game 5 against the Dallas Stars. Ekholm has effectively missed two months of action, having played only 1:52 on April 11 against the San Jose Sharks since suffering an undisclosed injury on March 26. He returned […]

Christian Walker Not Ready to Return on Thursday

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (hand) is not in the team's starting lineup for Thursday's contest against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays at Daikin Park. Catcher Victor Caratini will play first base and bat cleanup against Rays right-hander Shane Baz. Walker wore a pitch off his right hand in Wednesday's game, and although X-rays […]

Jayden Higgins - 2025 Fantasy Football Rookie Draft Busts and Avoids

DRAFT PICK: 2nd Round (#34 Overall Pick) TEAM: Houston Texans ROOKIE DRAFT ANALYSIS: Jayden Higgins enjoyed a fine senior season at Iowa State last year. He posted an 87-1,183-9 stat line and was selected 34th overall by the Houston Texans in the 2025 NFL Draft. As a result of getting early Day 2 draft capital, […]

Cam Ward - 2025 Fantasy Football Rookie Draft Busts and Avoids

DRAFT PICK: 1st Round (#1 Overall Pick) TEAM: Tennessee Titans ROOKIE DRAFT ANALYSIS: As the first overall pick, expectations will be high for Cam Ward, and fans are hopeful he can help turn around a Titans franchise that hasn’t made the playoffs since 2021. Target acquired 🎯@Cameron7Ward ➡️ @CalvinRidley1 pic.twitter.com/n8KEzpWaYz — Tennessee Titans (@Titans) May […]

Denzel Clarke, CJ Alexander Sitting on Thursday

Athletics rookie outfielder Denzel Clarke and infielder CJ Alexander will both take a seat for Thursday's contest on the road in Canada against the Toronto Blue Jays at the Rogers Centre. Drew Avans is starting in center field and will bat seventh, while rookie Logan Davidson will man first base and bat ninth against Blue […]

Dont'e Thornton Jr. Flashes at Thursday's Practice

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. flashed at the team's Thursday OTA practice, according to team reporter Levi Edwards. The fourth-round rookie out of Tennessee turned heads at the 2025 NFL Combine after posting a 4.30-second 40-yard dash time at nearly 6-feet-5 inches tall, which proved to increase his draft stock mightily. The […]

Cody Bradford to Mix in Breaking Pitches in Next Bullpen

Texas Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford (elbow) threw around 30 pitches in his fourth bullpen session on May 27, according to MLB.com. Bradford is scheduled for three more bullpen sessions before being cleared to face live hitters. In his next bullpen this Saturday, the 27-year-old southpaw will include breaking pitches for the first time. He has […]

Rashee Rice Impressing This Offseason

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (knee) was limited to just three full games last season before suffering a major knee injury in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Before his injury, he looked like a fantasy football league winner while securing 24 receptions for 288 yards and two scores. According to quarterback […]

Evan Carter to go on Rehab Assignment This Weekend

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter (quadriceps) did some sprinting on Wednesday, in addition to other baseball activities he has been doing this week, according to MLB.com. Carter is scheduled to start a minor-league rehab assignment this weekend as he recovers from a Grade 2 strained right quadriceps that landed him on the 10-day injured list […]

Spencer Arrighetti Plays Catch

Houston Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti (thumb) was able to play catch on Wednesday, according to the Houston Chronicle's Matt Kawahara. It was the first time that Arrighetti was allowed to play catch since fracturing his right thumb back on April 7. The Astros desperately need the 25-year-old back in their starting rotation now that both […]

RJ Harvey Building on Strong Rookie Minicamp

Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey has become one of the hottest fantasy football names among rookies after being selected in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. According to team reporter Andrew Mason, the University of Central Florida product had a strong minicamp and "made another statement" at Thursday's OTA practice. Harvey was […]

Colton Gordon to Make Another Start on Saturday Against Rays

Houston Astros rookie left-hander Colton Gordon will make another start in the rotation and face the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday. With both Hayden Wesneski and Ronel Blanco out for the season with elbow injuries, both Gordon and Ryan Gusto could stick around in Houston's starting rotation indefinitely. Gordon, a former eighth-rounder in 2021 […]

Jordan Lawlar Optioned to Triple-A on Thursday

Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Jordan Lawlar was optioned to Triple-A Reno on Thursday. The 22-year-old was scorching-hot in Triple-A before his call-up, slashing .336/.413/.579 in 37 games, but was unable to translate that success in the majors, going hitless in 19 at-bats before the demotion. The ineffectiveness can't all be put on Lawlar, he was […]

Ildemaro Vargas Returns to Big-League Roster

The Arizona Diamondbacks recalled infielder Ildemaro Vargas from Triple-A Reno on Thursday and optioned infield prospect Jordan Lawlar to Reno in a corresponding move. Vargas opted out of his minor-league deal with the D-backs earlier this week before re-signing to a major-league contract on Thursday. The 33-year-old veteran will serve as a utility infielder for […]

Dolphins, Steelers Have Discussed Jonnu Smith Trade

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers have discussed a trade involving Pro Bowl tight end Jonnu Smith. These trade talks came after Smith hinted at wanting a new deal following his career season. The 29-year-old is due $4.8 million this season after catching 88 passes for 884 yards and eight […]

Stuart Fairchild Suffers Finger Injury on Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Stuart Fairchild (finger), who made the start in right field for Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies, appeared to suffer a broken finger on his right hand when he was thrown out at second base on a stolen-base attempt in the fourth inning. Fairchild went 1-for-1 in the […]

Luis Mey Optioned to Triple-A on Thursday

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Luis Mey was optioned to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday, a day after giving up an earned run in his third straight appearance and fourth time in his last five appearances. The righty was effective when he came up, allowing one earned run over his first 8 1/3 innings in the majors […]

AJ Smith-Shawver Leaves Start on Thursday After Being Hit by Comebacker

Atlanta Braves right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver (heel) left his start early in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday after being hit on the heel by a comebacker off the bat of second baseman Bryson Stott. Smith-Shawver stayed in to face Trea Turner before eventually being checked […]