Twins Looking To Trade Buxton, Donaldson

The Minnesota Twins are looking to trade outfielder Byron Buxton and third baseman Josh Donaldson heading into the final 90 minutes before the trade deadline, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB Network. The Twins have already pulled off a blockbuster deal with Friday's trade of Jose Berrios to Toronto which netted them top prospects Austin […]

Nick Madrigal, Codi Heuer Traded To Cubs

Updating an earlier report, the Chicago Cubs have acquired second baseman Nick Madrigal and relief pitcher Codi Heuer from the White Sox for relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Madrigal is out for the rest of the year with a torn hamstring, and over 54 games this year, he slashed […]

Sammy Watkins Off To A Great Start In Training Camp

Baltimore Ravens veteran wide receiver Sammy Watkins is turning heads early on in training camp practices. Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman called Watkins "one of the best receivers in the NFL, period," and ESPN's Jamison Hensley noted that Watkins "has been the Ravens' best WR in the first three days of training camp." Watkins' talent […]

Craig Kimbrel Traded To White Sox

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel has been traded to the Chicago White Sox, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. There is currently no word yet on what the return for the Cubs will be. Kimbrel has been one of the best closers in baseball for some time, and over 39 appearances this year, he […]

Justin Fields Sharper In Second Training Camp Practice

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields showed improvement in Friday's practice. Per Patrick Finley of the Sun Times, "Fields was sharper today than he was yesterday... [the] team has to be excited about the improvement." There are high expectations for Fields in Chicago, but it's unfair to expect him to light it up from day […]

Blue Jays In Talks To Potentially Acquire Yan Gomes

The Toronto Blue Jays are in discussions with the Washington Nationals to potentially acquire catcher Yan Gomes, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Gomes was just reinstated from the injured list on Thursday, and over 63 games this year he is slashing .271/.323/.454 with nine homers, 35 RBI and 30 runs scored. The Blue […]

Trade Deadline Analysis - Relievers On The Move

The trade deadline is here! Yet, unlike in years past, we don't have to wait until hours before the deadline to get our fix. We've seen some monster names traded away already, like Max Scherzer, Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber, and other players that aren't on the Nationals. However, for today's article, I'm just going to […]

Ezekiel Elliott's Workload To Be Managed?

Dallas Cowboys star running back Ezekiel Elliott could see a slight drop in touches this season compared to years past. Head coach Mike McCarthy spoke to reporters on Friday about Elliott's workload, saying "We've got some younger guys who can play and produce, so it's not necessary for Zeke to run the ball 25-30 times […]

NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs Preview: Betting Picks and Predictions

With the Wizards' victory last night over the Pacers, the Eastern Conference playoff picture is finally complete! Tomorrow, the first round of the NBA playoffs kicks off and I'm here to break down some of these matchups for you and give you some of my favorite betting picks in the process using odds from DraftKings […]

Michael Fulmer Gaining Interest Prior To Deadline

The Detroit Tigers have had discussions with several teams about potentially trading relief pitcher Michael Fulmer, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Fulmer split closing duties earlier this year with Gregory Soto, and over 27 games this season he is 4-4 with a 3.86 ERA, 1.262 WHIP and 25.6 percent strikeout rate over 42 […]

Phillies Reportedly "Checking In On" Byron Buxton

The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly one of six or seven teams "checking in on" Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton according to a tweet from MLB Network's Jon Heyman. Buxton is still on the injured list due to a fractured left hand but could make a serious impact down the stretch for fantasy managers when he […]

Zach Wilson Performs Poorly In First Training Camp Practice

Newly signed New York Jets rookie quarterback Zach Wilson had a tough go of it in his first training camp practice as a professional. Per NYDN's D.J. Bien Aime, Wilson "wasn't good, and to be real, he was bad. Indecisive, inaccurate, threw a pick, held the ball a lot." Wilson's poor showing is alarming, but […]

Manny Pina Has Huge Night At Plate In Victory

Milwaukee Brewers catcher Manny Pina went 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI during Thursday's win over the Pirates. Pina took Chris Stratton deep with a 396-foot shot in the sixth inning and swatted his second of the night in the eighth. He now has seven long balls this season while recording his first […]

Raisel Iglesias Being Made Available By Angels

The Los Angeles Angels have made relief pitcher Raisel Iglesias available for a trade, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Iglesias now joins what is a hot trade market for relief pitchers, after going 7-4 with 21 saves, a 3.23 ERA, 0.908 WHIP and 38.6 percent strikeout rate over 47 1/3 innings of work […]

Freddy Peralta Hurls Six Very Strong Innings In Win

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (8-3) picked up the win Thursday after blanking the Pirates across six efficient innings. He allowed two hits and a walk while striking out five. Peralta continued his incredible season by allowing two or fewer hits for the 13th time. The 25-year-old displayed strong command to get the job […]

Rowdy Tellez Hits Another Home Run For Brewers

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rowdy Tellez went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, a double, two RBI and three runs scored during Thursday's win over the Pirates. Tellez crushed an opposite-field 410-footer against Chris Stratton in the seventh to further extend Milwaukee's lead. He also hit an RBI double in the sixth, which would have […]

Griffin Jax Will Start For Twins Tonight

Minnesota Twins pitcher Griffin Jax will start for the team on Thursday night against the St. Louis Cardinals. The 26-year-old previously made his Major League debut this season. He's made six appearances for the Twins, two of which have been starts. Overall, the right-hander has pitched to a 7.48 ERA and a 6.76 FIP in […]

Tyler Chatwood Designated For Assignment

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Tyler Chatwood was designated for assignment on Friday to make room for the newly acquired Jose Berrios, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Chatwood hasn't had great numbers this year, going 1-2 with a 5.46 ERA, 1.429 WHIP and 25.6 percent strikeout rate over 28 innings of work. Any […]

Daniel Norris Traded To Milwaukee Brewers

Updating an earlier reports, Detroit Tigers relief pitcher has been traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for starting pitcher Reese Olson, according to Jason Beck of MLB.com. Norris has looked better on the mound over the last month, posting a 3.24 ERA, 0.720 WHIP and 29 percent strikeout rate over 8 1/3 innings of […]

Mitch Keller Reportedly Recalled By Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller has reportedly been recalled from Triple-A by the team. Keller previously pitched to a 7.04 ERA and a 4.95 FIP in 47.1 innings for the Pirates this season. He was much better for the organization's Triple-A affiliate though, working to a 3.21 ERA and a 3.02 FIP in 28 innings […]

Mark Melancon Regaining Confidence

San Diego Padres closer Mark Melancon preserved a 3-0 victory Thursday against the Colorado Rockies, collecting his 32nd save. The veteran right-hander worked around a one-out double by shortstop Trevor Story and avoided any further damage in the painless outing. After a rough stretch last month, Melancon has surrendered just two hits in his last […]

White Sox Involved In Discussions For Craig Kimbrel

The Chicago White Sox are in the midst of discussions with the Chicago Cubs to potentially acquire relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel, according to David Kaplan of NBC Sports Chicago. This comes a day after the White Sox acquired relief pitcher Ryan Tepera from their crosstown rivals, as they continue to look for bullpen help. There […]

Milwaukee Brewers Are In Talks For Daniel Norris

The Milwaukee Brewers are in talks with the Detroit Tigers to acquire relief pitcher Daniel Norris, according to Jason Beck of MLB.com. Norris has had a rough start to the season, but had looked better on the mound in the month of July, where he posted a 3.24 ERA, 0.720 WHIP and 29 percent strikeout […]

Jake Cronenworth Smacks Clutch Insurance Home Run

San Diego Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth pounded a clutch two-run homer Thursday against the Colorado Rockies. Cronenworth extended a slim 1-0 lead with an eighth-inning blast against reliever Daniel Bard for his only knock in four chances. While he's only tallied one multi-hit game in the past nine contests, Cronenworth remains a valuable fantasy asset […]

Adam Duvall Traded To Braves

Miami Marlins outfielder Adam Duvall was traded to the Atlanta Braves on Friday in exchange for catcher Alex Jackson, the Braves announced on Twitter. Duvall had spent the previous two and a half seasons playing for the Braves before landing with Miami this season, where he is slashing .229/.277/.478 with 22 homers, five steals, 68 […]

Eddie Rosario Traded To Atlanta Braves

Cleveland Indians outfielder Eddie Rosario has been traded to the Atlanta Braves for third baseman Pablo Sandoval, according to Mandy Bell of MLB.com. Rosario is currently on the injured list with an abdominal strain and is expected to be out for a couple more weeks, but when he returns to action he'll provide a solid […]

Joe Musgrove Puts Padres On His Back

San Diego Padres starter Joe Musgrove struck out 11 batters in seven shutout innings Thursday against the Colorado Rockies. The right-hander permitted just three hits and a walk in the gem, collecting his seventh victory. After a turbulent stretch, the 28-year-old has now registered two consecutive strong outings, lowering his season totals to a 2.94 […]

Phillies Making Strong Push For Kyle Gibson

The Philadelphia Phillies are making a strong push for Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kyle Gibson, according to Mark Feinsand of MLB Network. Gibson has had a rough go of things over his last three starts, but overall this year he has put up very good numbers by going 6-3 with a 2.87 ERA, 1.177 WHIP […]

Carson Wentz “Out Indefinitely” With Foot Injury

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (foot) is "out indefinitely" as he undergoes further evaluation. He suffered a foot injury at the end of Thursday's practice. It's unclear how much time Wentz will miss, but second-year quarterback Jacob Eason took reps with the first-team offense while Sam Ellinger backed him up. Eason will become the Colts' […]

Chris Godwin Returns To Practice Friday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (undisclosed) returned to practice Friday. Godwin sat out a couple of days for unclear reasons but was back in action, hauling in a deep touchdown pass from Tom Brady. Despite taking a step back production-wise from his breakout 2019 campaign, the 25-year-old Godwin was actually the Buccaneers' most-targeted […]