Javier Baez Back In Action On Thursday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Zack Greinke and the Kansas City Royals. Baez was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game as he was dealing with a sore thumb. His thumb had gotten swollen after he was jammed in an at-bat in Tuesday's game. […]

Teoscar Hernandez Lands On Injured List With Oblique Strain

The Toronto Blue Jays have placed outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (oblique) on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain. The team called up second baseman Gosuke Katoh from Triple-A in a corresponding move. Katoh will be available for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Hernandez departed Wednesday's game with what was initially described […]

Edward Cabrera Tosses Bullpen Session At Low-A

Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera (biceps) went through a 20-pitch bullpen session at Low-A Jupiter on Wednesday. The 24-year-old is currently on the 7-day injured list due to right biceps muscle fatigue. The Marlins have a complete and healthy five-man rotation right now, so Cabrera will likely head to Triple-A once he's done rehabbing. He's […]

Dylan Floro Throws Bullpen Session On Thursday

Miami Marlins relief pitcher Dylan Floro (shoulder) threw a 25-pitch bullpen session at Miami's LoanDepot Park on Thursday. The 31-year-old began experiencing arm soreness in late March, then was diagnosed with right rotator cuff tendinitis. He's still probably at least a few weeks away from returning to the team as he still needs to face […]

Avisail Garcia Back In the Lineup On Thursday

Miami Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia (back) is back in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Kyle Gibson and the Philadelphia Phillies. Garcia has been dealing with a back injury that kept him out of action in each of the team's last two games. Brian Anderson covered right field while Garcia was out, but Anderson […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Set To Play On Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (finger) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the New York Yankees. Guerrero suffered a finger injury on Wednesday, when Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks stepped on his hand at first base. Guerrero was bleeding heavily after the incident, but he stayed in the game and […]

John Collins Gets Through Thursday's Practice

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (finger, foot) was able to go through a 4-on-4 session at practice on Thursday. His status for Friday's game hasn't been updated, but it appears Collins is heading in the right direction. The Hawks play the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday for the final playoff spot. De'Andre Hunter and Danilo Gallinari […]

Luka Doncic Unlikely To Play In Game 1

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) is unlikely to suit up for Saturday's Game 1 contest against the Utah Jazz. The All-Star guard continues to deal with a lingering calf issue, but is hopeful to play soon. His next chance to play would be on Monday, so fantasy managers will have to wait and see. […]

Stephen Curry Is On Track To Play Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (foot) is on track to return to the court for Saturday's Game 1 contest. The organization plans to have Curry scrimmage during Thursday's practice. The hope is that Curry doesn't suffer any setbacks and can play against the Denver Nuggets this weekend. It's uncertain whether or not the Warriors […]

Zion Williamson Remains Without A Timetable

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (knee) is making solid progress, but has no timetable for his return. It doesn't sound like Williamson is going to make it on the court during the postseason. The Pelicans must beat the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday in order to avoid elimination. The superstar forward has been out […]

Cardinals Bring A.J. Green Back

The Arizona Cardinals re-signed wide receiver A.J. Green to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. In his first year in the desert in 2021, Green wasn't bad, securing 54 of his 92 targets for 848 yards and three touchdowns in 16 games (nine starts). It was his second straight injury free season after playing in […]

Taurean Prince Able To Practice On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Taurean Prince (knee) was able to practice without any issues on Thursday. That is great news as the Wolves begin their playoff series with the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. He was playing minutes in the 20s before the final few weeks of the regular season. It's unknown if Prince will see that […]

Ben Simmons Could Return For Game 4

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back) could return to the court before the end of the first round. The organization is hopeful that Simmons can play in Game 4 of their upcoming playoff series versus the Boston Celtics. Although, it's uncertain how much Simmons will play or how the Nets plan to use him in […]

Sammy Watkins Agrees With Packers

Free-agent wide receiver Sammy Watkins agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, according to a source. The Packers had Watkins in for a visit on Thursday, and it didn't take long for the two sides to reach an agreement. Green Bay will likely address the position in the […]

Jean Segura Not In The Lineup Against Marlins

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jean Segura (arm) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday after taking a pitch off his left arm on Wednesday against the New York Mets. Segura avoided a major injury, but the Phillies will give him a day off anyway. In his absence, Bryson Stott gets the start at the […]

Teoscar Hernandez Likely Headed To Injured List

The early indications are that Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (oblique) will be placed on the injured list with what is suspected to be a left oblique injury. Further details on the severity of the injury will be known when the team gets to the Bronx on Thursday afternoon. Hernandez landed on the injured […]

Robbie Ray Hit Hard In Loss Wednesday

Seattle Mariners left-hander Robbie Ray gave up six runs and 10 hits while walking four and striking out four in 6 1/3 innings in a loss on Wednesday against the Chicago White Sox. Ray was solid in his season debut on April 8 against the Minnesota Twins, giving up just one earned run while walking […]

Marcus Semien Off To Slow Start With Rangers

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien has only two hits in his first 22 at-bats with the Rangers in his first season with the team through the first five games. Semien has led off in two of the five games against left-handed pitchers, while hitting second in the order behind outfielder Brad Miller in the […]

Red Sox Haven't Discussed Extension With Nathan Eovaldi

The Boston Red Sox haven't engaged in contract-extension conversations with starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi and his representatives, according to a source. Eovaldi will be eligible for free agency after the 2022 season. However, there is an expectation that the team and agents Sam and Seth Levinson could engage in contract talks after this season. Eovaldi […]

Paul Goldschmidt Looking For First Home Run

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is still searching for his first home run of the season heading into Thursday's matchup against Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff. Through the first four games, Goldy is 3-for-13 with no RBI, five runs scored, one stolen base, five walks and four strikeouts. Four of his five walks […]

Julio Urias To Make Second Start Saturday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias is lined up to make his second start of the season this Saturday at home against the Cincinnati Reds. Urias struggled in his season debut, allowing six runs (three earned) and six hits while walking two in just two innings in a loss to the Colorado Rockies on […]

Tyler O'Neill Has One Homer Through Four Games

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill had a quiet spring training and is off to a bit of a slow start in the first four regular season games as well, slashing .231/.294/.462 with two walks and two strikeouts through his first 17 plate appearances. Five of his RBI came in last Thursday's Opening Day win […]

49ers Sign Kemoko Turay

The San Francisco 49ers agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with free-agent defensive lineman Kemoko Turay on Thursday, according to his agents. The former second-round pick is coming off a career-high 5.5 sacks with the Indianapolis Colts last year in 13 games (zero starts). The 26-year-old has spent all four of his NFL seasons in […]

Akil Baddoo Homers Wednesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Akil Baddoo hit his first home run of the season Wednesday, going deep off Nathan Eovaldi of the Boston Red Sox in a 9-7 loss. The long ball was just Baddoo's second hit of the season, and he's already struck out six times in just 16 at-bats through five games played. He […]

Logan Gilbert To Face White Sox Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert will make his second appearance of the young season Thursday, facing off against Jimmy Lambert and a tough Chicago White Sox lineup. With several key White Sox on the bench, it may be a favorable matchup for the young righty, who impressed in his season debut. Gilbert threw five […]

Adolis Garcia Off To A Solid Start

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia may only be batting .176 through 21 plate appearances to start the season, but the numbers are more promising than they seem. With one homer and one steal to his name, Garcia is delivering on the promise of his 31-homer, 16-steal 2021 season, meaning fantasy investors are likely pleased with […]

Panthers Have Discussed Trading No. 6 Pick

The Carolina Panthers have talked to numerous teams about moving back from the No. 6 overall pick in the draft, according to league sources. The Panthers don't have another pick until No. 137 in this year's draft. Going with a quarterback in the top 10 might be too much, but taking one in the middle […]

Shane McClanahan Takes Loss Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan took the loss Wednesday against Oakland, allowing three runs on two hits and three walks in 4 2/3 innings. He struck out eight batters. All the damage came in the form of a three-run home run off the bat of Sean Murphy, spoiling an otherwise dominant performance. Through […]

Isaiah Likely Visiting With Bills

Coastal Carolina tight end Isaiah Likely is taking a top-30 visit with the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, according to a source. Likely recently spent time with the New York Jets and will visit with the Arizona Cardinals next week. Sports Illustrated has reported that he has met with or worked out for 15 different NFL […]

Logan Webb Goes Eight Strong Innings Wednesday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb became the first player in the majors to pitch eight innings in an outing on Wednesday afternoon, allowing just one run on four hits and no walks to pick up his first win of the season. He struck out eight batters. With just 96 pitches, Webb may have […]