Reds Planning On Full Season For Tyler Stephenson

Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that the team is planning for catcher Tyler Stephenson (collarbone) to be in the lineup for 140-150 games in 2023 if he can remain healthy. They will be able to achieve that by using Stephenson as the designated hitter to give him days off behind the plate. The 26-year-old […]

Rangers Sign Clint Frazier, Danny Duffy To Minor-League Deals

The Texas Rangers signed free-agent outfielder Clint Frazier and left-hander Danny Duffy to minor-league deals on Friday. Once a top prospect for the Cleveland Guardians, Frazier spent the 2022 season with the Chicago Cubs and hit just .216 with a .653 OPS and no home runs in 19 games. Staying healthy has always been a […]

Jesus Aguilar To Split Time At First Base, DH

Oakland Athletics general manager David Forst said he expects the newly signed Jesus Aguilar to split his time in 2023 at first base and designated hitter in an everyday role, similar to what he was doing last year with the Miami Marlins and Baltimore Orioles. The 32-year-old right-handed slugger spent most of his time with […]

Tyrese Haliburton Not Cleared To Play Yet

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (knee, elbow) is set to miss at least one more game after being evaluated on Thursday. The young guard has missed the last two weeks due to sprains in his elbow and knee. He was re-evaluated recently, but the team hasn't cleared him to play yet. The Pacers will continue […]

James Kaprielian, Paul Blackburn Expected To Be Ready

The Oakland Athletics expect starting pitchers James Kaprielian (shoulder) and Paul Blackburn (finger) to be ready for spring training, according to general manager David Forst. It's the reason the team felt comfortable trading left-hander Cole Irvin to the Baltimore Orioles this week. Kaprielian had surgery to fix the AC joint in his right-shoulder in the […]

Kevin Love Remains Out On Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The veteran forward will miss his second game in a row due to back spasms. His absence will free up additional playing time for Dean Wade. On Thursday, Wade had a decent game with 15 points, three […]

Donovan Mitchell Listed As Doubtful For Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (groin) is considered doubtful for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The superstar guard was held out of Thursday's game due to a strained left groin. It seems like the Cavs aren't going to rush Mitchell back to the court, so he'll likely miss this game as well. That […]

Pete Fairbanks Agrees To Three-Year Extension With Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays and reliever Pete Fairbanks agreed to a three-year, $12 million contract extension on Friday, according to sources. The deal includes a fourth-year team option and comes off a year in which Fairbanks tossed 22 scoreless innings. The 29-year-old right-hander avoids his remaining arbitration-eligible years with the deal, and his fourth-year option […]

Andrew Nembhard Cleared To Play Friday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (illness) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He has missed the last two games due to a non-COVID related illness. His return means that T.J. McConnell or Chris Duarte could move to the second unit. McConnell has been excellent lately, so he can continue […]

Is Evan Engram A Free Agent In 2023? Which team will sign Engram this offseason? Fantasy Football Outlook

Evan Engram was known as an underachieving tight end who dropped too many passes and was held back by a New York Giants offense during his five seasons with the organization. He needed a fresh start, and he got one after signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars last offseason. If Engram needed to prove to people […]

Braves Sign Brian Snitker Through 2025 Season

The Atlanta Braves announced on Friday that they signed manager Brian Snitker to a contract extension that will carry him through the 2025 season. The 67-year-old skipper captured a World Series title with the team in 2021 and guided them to 101 wins during the regular season in 2022. The Braves have won the National […]

Myles Turner Available Versus Bucks

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (ankle) will be available for Friday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. This is good news after the big man was listed as questionable coming into this game due to knee soreness. Fellow big man Isaiah Jackson will come off the bench with Turner cleared to play. There won't be as […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Available On Friday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The superstar forward is good to go despite dealing with a minor knee issue. The expectation is that Antetokounmpo will see his normal workload during this game. Behind him, Wesley Matthews and Jordan Nwora could see bigger roles with Bobby […]

Cole Hamels Looks Great During Showcase

Free-agent left-hander Cole Hamels threw for interested teams in Arlington, Texas, on Friday and was said to look "insanely good." Hamels was hitting 88-91 mph with his fastball, and the observer expects Hamels to draw serious interest on the open market with spring training quickly approaching. The 39-year-old southpaw hasn't pitched since the 2020 shortened […]

Jeff McNeil, Mets Agree On Four-Year Extension

The New York Mets and National League batting champion Jeff McNeil agreed to a four-year, $50 million contract extension on Friday, according to sources familiar with the deal. The contract includes a fifth-year team option that could take the total value of the deal to $63.75 million. Not only can McNeil hit, but he can […]

Sean Payton Could Land Cardinals Head-Coaching Job

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said on The Pat McAfee Show on Friday that former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton had a good interview for the Arizona Cardinals head-coaching position on Thursday, so there remains a chance that he could be a head coach again in the NFL in 2023. The Carolina Panthers already […]

Noah Dobson Out Through The All-Star Break

New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (lower body) will miss at least two more games, with the team having ruled him out until the All-Star break. He will be absent for a third consecutive game Friday versus Detroit. Dobson has been a slight disappointment this season, but he has still gotten into double figures in […]

Jonah Williams, Alex Cappa Ruled Out Against Chiefs

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Jonah Williams (knee) and right guard Alex Cappa (ankle) have officially been ruled out for the AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Williams and Cappa were also out in the Divisional Round win over the Buffalo Bills, and even though Cincy's offensive line played great in that […]

Nick Blankenburg Unavailable On Friday

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Nick Blankenburg will sit out Friday's action against the Canucks with an upper-body injury. He is considered day-to-day with the injury, but Blankenburg could miss several games, with the Blue Jackets also playing on Saturday. Injuries have limited the 24-year-old to just 15 appearances this season. Blankenburg has totaled seven points, […]

Tua Tagovailoa Still In Concussion Protocol

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) remains in the league's concussion protocol and will not take part in next week's Pro Bowl, according to a source. Tagovailoa was named the first alternate at QB for the Pro Bowl. He initially entered the protocol on Dec. 26 for the second time this year after suffering a […]

Gustav Nyquist Ruled Out Indefinitely

Columbus Blue Jackets winger Gustav Nyquist (upper body) has been ruled out indefinitely by the team ahead of Friday's matchup against Vancouver. He was injured in the last game against Edmonton on Wednesday and heads to the shelf for an extended period after so far featuring in every game this season. Nyquist doesn't boast any […]

Sam Bennett Back For Florida Friday

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (lower body) will return to the lineup Friday against Los Angeles. He sat out Tuesday's matchup against Pittsburgh and has left a couple of games early with injuries lately, but Bennett is feeling fine ahead of Friday's action. The 28-year-old is set to take up his normal position as the […]

Elijah Mitchell Questionable To Face Eagles

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (groin) is listed as questionable to play against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in the NFC Championship game. Mitchell took part in Friday's walkthrough practice after missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday, but there's a chance he could be out or limited this weekend. We'd be surprised if […]

Frederik Andersen Available On Friday

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (upper body) will be backing up Antti Raanta Friday against San Jose. He left Wednesday's battle with Dallas early with an upper-body problem, but Andersen managed to avoid a serious injury and is ready to contribute should the team need his services. The Danish netminder has already missed a large […]

Christian McCaffrey A Full-Go For NFC Championship

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (calf) returned to practice on Friday and was removed from the final injury report. Despite missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday, he will play on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship. CMC is dealing with a bruised right calf, but he could be forced into […]

Matthew Beniers Out For At Least Two Games

Seattle Kraken center Matthew Beniers (upper body) has been ruled out until the All-Star break, meaning he is set to miss at least two games. The league's top-scoring rookie suffered an upper-body injury Wednesday versus Vancouver and Beniers hasn't been able to practice since then. Ryan Donato has been skating in his spot ahead of […]

Mecole Hardman, Justin Watson Questionable

Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Mecole Hardman (pelvis) and Justin Watson (illness) are both listed as questionable to play on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC Championship tilt. Hardman was limited all week, while Watson popped up on the injury report on Friday with a DNP. Hardman scored touchdowns in each of his […]

RIVAL Fantasy Over/Under DFS Prop Picks: NFC Conference Championships

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Shea Theodore Returns To Action Friday

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (leg) will return to the lineup for Friday's contest against the Rangers. He last played on Dec. 9, missing 20 consecutive games. Theodore will rejoin Brayden McNabb on the second defensive pairing and will also be on the second power-play unit. A leg injury cost Theodore a lot of […]

Travis Kelce Listed As Questionable For AFC Title Game

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (back) popped up on Friday's injury report and has been listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC Championship against the Cincinnati Bengals despite practicing in full on Friday. Kelce's injury is notable, but it would be a big surprise if he doesn't play this weekend. The 33-year-old could be […]