Trea Turner Activated From COVID IL

Los Angeles Dodgers middle infielder Trea Turner (COVID-19) has been activated from the COVID-19 injured list and is available off the bench on Friday night, according to Juan Toribio of MLB.com. Turner was acquired by the Dodgers at the trade deadline, but has been out of action after testing positive for COVID-19 at the end […]

Dyami Brown To Be Big Part Of Washington Offense?

When addressing the media on Friday, Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera had some high praise for rookie wide receiver Dyami Brown when he was asked about the impact that Brown could have on the offense. "He has the opportunity to step into the forefront for us, and help us with what we want […]

Bobby Bradley Lifted In Fifth Inning

Cleveland Indians first baseman Bobby Bradley took a seat in the fifth inning of Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers after Oscar Mercado replaced him on defense. There has been no information yet to explain the early exit. Before he left, he was 2-for-2 with a double and two RBI. Bradley has been a nice […]

Reggie Jackson Re-Signs With Clippers

Guard Reggie Jackson will remain with the Clippers after agreeing to a two-year, $22 million contract. The 31-year-old was a big part in helping L.A. navigate its way through the postseason after Kawhi Leonard (knee) tore his ACL, averaging 17.8 points while shooting nearly 41 percent from deep throughout the playoffs. With Leonard potentially missing […]

Steve Cishek Placed On Bereavement List

Los Angeles Angels reliever Steve Cishek was added to the bereavement list prior to Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He will now miss a minimum of three games and at most seven. Cishek has been one of the better pitchers out of the Angels bullpen this season, pitching to a 3.64 ERA, with […]

Dennis Schroder On Celtics’ Radar

The Celtics are interested in signing free-agent guard Dennis Schroder to a short-term deal. The 2013 first-round pick was a consistent victim of health and safety protocols throughout the year but still finished by averaging 15.4 points, 5.8 assists, and 1.1 steals throughout 61 regular-season games. After Boston parted ways with Kemba Walker, the 27-year-old […]

Eloy Jimenez Pinch Ran For In Sixth

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez was pulled in the sixth inning for pinch-runner Brian Goodwin during Friday's 8-6 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Manager Tony La Russa said that there's nothing wrong with Jimenez, but he didn't want him sprinting on the basepaths. Before his exit, he was 1-for-3 with a double. Jimenez is […]

Willy Hernangomez Staying In New Orleans

Center Willy Hernangomez agreed to a three-year deal to remain with the Pelicans. The 2015 second-round draft pick has played in New York and Charlotte throughout his career before ending up in New Orleans. The 27-year-old wasn't a consistent fantasy option last season, but throughout his 12 games in the starting lineup, he averaged a […]

Jared Walsh A Possibility For Weekend Return

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Jared Walsh (side) could return for this weekend's series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to manager Joe Maddon. He's been doing drills on the field and could take batting practice on Friday. Walsh is on the 10-day IL and hasn't played in a game since July 26. When healthy, […]

Will Smith Will Sit On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith will get a routine day off on Friday versus the Los Angeles Angels. Smith has been having an impressive season behind the dish for the Dodgers and has been on fire lately with five home runs and 20 RBI over his last 15 games. For the season, Smith is […]

Ryan Mountcastle Exits Early Friday

Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle left Friday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays to begin the top of the third inning, a couple of innings after being tagged on the head trying to steal second. He was replaced by Jorge Mateo, who shifted to third base. There is no word on his condition yet. […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Heading To Charlotte

Free-agent forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has agreed to a two-year, $26 million contract with Charlotte. After Oubre spent most of his years in Washington, he made stops in Phoenix and, most recently, Golden State, where he finished the 2020-21 campaign by averaging 15.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals. The veteran's health is an issue, […]

Andrew Benintendi Playing Catch

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi (shoulder) played catch and was able to get some outfield work in on Friday, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports. Benintendi left Tuesday's contest prematurely with a left shoulder strain. He is day-to-day, but Royals manager Mike Matheny said that he could be available for tonight's game as a pinch-hitter. […]

Kawhi Leonard Returning To The Clippers

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) has agreed to a new deal to remain with the team. In July, the two-time Finals MVP and multi-time All-Star had surgery to repair a partially torn ACL in his right knee. Although he declined his $36 million player option, the team still had its sights on him, […]

Andrew Romine Hits First Homer Since 2017

Chicago Cubs shortstop Andrew Romine went 2-for-5 with two runs and a game-tying three-run home run in Friday's loss versus the Chicago White Sox. Romine crushed his first big-league home run since 2017 off of relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel to tie the game 4-4 in the bottom of the eighth inning. Romine is one of […]

Trea Turner Could Be Available On Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Trea Turner (illness) could be available for Friday's matchup against the Angels. Turner, who was diagnosed with COVID-19 a few weeks ago, will be in uniform as a bench option if cleared for his debut. The 28-year-old has been fantastic this season, batting .322, with 125 hits, 66 runs, 49 RBI, […]

Steven Sims Jr. Impressive At Camp

Washington Football Team wide receiver Steven Sims Jr. has been working hard for a roster spot during the team's first couple weeks of training camp. Team reporter Zach Selby mentioned that Sims has really stood out so far and has strung together a few good practices in a row. His speed and ability to make […]

Clayton Kershaw Still Dealing With Soreness

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (forearm) is still dealing with soreness in his forearm. Kershaw had all his scans come back clean and the Dodgers feel good about the lefty playing catch in the near future with the hope that he will be back by the beginning of September. Kershaw was placed on […]

Cody Bellinger Set To Be A Platoon Player

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Friday that outfielder Cody Bellinger's playing time will mostly come against right-handed pitchers the rest of the season. The Dodgers have a ridiculous amount of offensive talent and Bellinger seems to be the odd man at the moment. Bellinger will now become a platoon player and it […]

Huascar Ynoa Moving To Gwinnett

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Huascar Ynoa (hand) was promoted to Triple-A Gwinnett and will be in the lineup on Friday night against Charlotte. The 23-year-old has been out for months now because of a fractured right hand. However, after making appearances in Single-A, it now appears as if Ynoa could be back on the big […]

Trea Turner Will Move To Second Base

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Trea Turner (COVID-19) will become the clubs starting second baseman when he is activated. Turner came over from the Washington Nationals as part of a blockbuster deal that also brought the Dodgers starting pitcher Max Scherzer. Turner could be activated on Friday, manager Dave Roberts said he won't start until Saturday. […]

Frank Schwindel Homers In Loss

Chicago Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel went 2-for-5 with two runs scored and a two-run home run in Friday's loss versus the Chicago White Sox. Schwindel is one of the many new faces in the Cubs lineup and has started the last four games at first base for the club. Schwindel has a minimum of […]

Jake Lamb Activated On Friday

Chicago White Sox outfielder/designated hitter Jake Lamb (quadriceps) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. The 30-year-old veteran has been out since the beginning of June because of a strained right quad and has most recently been working his way back at Triple-A Charlotte over the last few weeks. Throughout 31 games this […]

Brian Goodwin Continues Power Surge

Chicago White Sox outfielder Brian Goodwin continues to swing a hot bat this week and played the hero in Friday's victory versus the Chicago Cubs. Goodwin didn't start the game, but came in as a pinch-runner for outfielder Eloy Jimenez in the top of the sixth inning. Goodwin would then open the top of the […]

Craig Kimbrel Struggles Against Former Team

Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel got lit up against the Chicago Cubs on Friday afternoon. Kimbrel was dealt from the Cubs to the White Sox during the trade deadline and his return to Wrigley Field was a not a kind one. Kimbrel entered the contest with only two runs allowed on the year, […]

Cesar Hernandez Crushes 19th Home Run

Chicago White Sox second baseman Cesar Hernandez went 1-for-3 with two walks and a two-run home run in Friday's victory versus the Chicago Cubs. Hernandez crushed his first homer as a member of the White Sox against Kyle Ryan to give the Pale Hose some insurance runs in the top of the eighth inning. Hernandez […]

Kyle Hendricks Earns Another Quality Start

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks earned his 17th quality start of the season on Friday versus the Chicago White Sox. Hendricks went six innings and allowed seven hits, two runs, three walks (two intentional) and struck out seven on the afternoon. Hendricks has quietly been having a very productive season and is 13-4 with […]

Adam Engel Swipes Two Bags

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel enjoyed a nice afternoon in Friday's victory versus the Chicago Cubs. Engel went 3-for-5 with a walk, two doubles, a run scored and two stolen bases in Friday's victory versus the Chicago Cubs. Engel has been playing pretty regularly for the White Sox since returning from the injured list […]

Lance Lynn Shines In No-Decision

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn continued his strong season in Friday's no-decision versus the Chicago Cubs. Lynn was yanked in the bottom of the seventh inning after allowing a leadoff single to Andrew Romine. Romine would come around to score on a sacrifice fly by David Bote off of relief pitcher Michael Kopech […]

Alex Avila Could Meet Nationals During Road Trip

Washington Nationals catcher Alex Avila (calves) is expected to join the team on the road this weekend while they play the Atlanta Braves, Washington Post writer Jesse Dougherty reported on Friday. Avila has been sidelined with bilateral calf strains since early July and could still need more time to work out with the team before […]