Jacob deGrom Throws In Minor-League Game On Friday

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom (illness) tossed three innings in a minor-league game on Friday after he was scratched from his scheduled Cactus League start on Thursday due to a stomach bug that is going around the clubhouse. deGrom should be able to make another spring outing soon and he will be ready for the […]

Jaylen Brown Sits Out Friday's Game

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. A minor knee issue will keep him sidelined for the second time this month. Brown's absence will increase the offensive opportunities for the rest of the starting lineup, while Payton Pritchard is expected to see more action in […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Won't Play On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) won't play on Friday against Indiana. Oubre had 13 points, five boards, three steals, and one block in Wednesday's loss to Toronto. However, he won't be available on Friday, joining Andre Drummond (toe), Justin Edwards (ankle), Paul George (groin), Quentin Grimes (illness), Tyrese Maxey (back, finger), and Lonnie […]

Wilyer Abreu To Make Spring Debut On Saturday, Could Be Ready For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (illness) will make his Grapefruit League debut on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves after gaining clearance from recent tests. Manager Alex Cora now thinks it's possible for Abreu to be ready for Opening Day in late March, which is a change from a week ago when the team was […]

Jaxson Hayes Out Of Action Friday

According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com, Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (knee) will be out against the Denver Nuggets on Friday. The 24-year-old will miss his fourth straight game in a row due to a bruised right knee. He's still dealing with swelling, so it's unknown when he will be healthy enough to return. However, his […]

Grayson Rodriguez Should Begin Throwing Progression Next Week

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez (elbow) won't need more imaging done on his elbow before he's cleared to throw again, according to manager Brandon Hyde. Rodriguez's throwing progression, which will be a "restart," is expected to begin early next week. "So it's going to take a while," Hyde said. The Baltimore Sun's Jacob Calvin Meyer […]

Karel Vejmelka Makes Ninth Consecutive Start Friday

Utah Hockey Club goaltender Karel Vejmelka will make his ninth consecutive start in Friday's clash against the Seattle Kraken. He has posted a 5-1-2 record since becoming ever-present in the crease. Over the course of the season, Vejmelka has gone 18-16-6 with one shutout. He has allowed 2.47 goals while posting a .909 save percentage. […]

Andre Drummond Ruled Out Versus Indiana

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) won't play on Friday against the Pacers. The 76ers are in trouble, with Justin Edwards (ankle), Paul George (groin), Quentin Grimes (illness), Tyrese Maxey (back, finger), Lonnie Walker IV (concussion), and Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) also sidelined versus Indiana. With that in mind, fantasy managers can expect increased production […]

Kyle Wright Hoping To Face Live Hitters Next Week

Kansas City Royals right-hander Kyle Wright (hamstring, shoulder) is hoping that he can progress to live batting practice sessions in camp next week, according to MLB.com's Anne Rogers. After already missing all of the 2024 season due to right-shoulder surgery, Wright has missed more time this spring after injuring his hamstring. Even if the 29-year-old […]

Dustin Wolf Set To Face Avalanche Friday

Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf will be between the sticks for Friday's tough matchup against the Colorado Avalanche. He will make his 40th start of the campaign as the Flames welcome the NHL's sixth-highest scoring team to town. After winning only one decision in February, Wolf has returned to form this month, posting a 2-0-2 […]

Pascal Siakam Available Versus Philly

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (elbow) will play on Friday versus Philly, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. The former Raptor was questionable heading into this contest because of right Olecranon bursitis. But he'll be out there. Siakam hasn't missed a game with the Pacers since being dealt by Toronto ahead of last season's trade […]

Mikael Backlund Out Week-To-Week

Calgary Flames forward Mikael Backlund (upper body) has been listed as week-to-week. He suffered an upper-body injury on Wednesday against the Vancouver Canucks. On Friday against the Colorado Avalanche, the Swedish veteran will miss his first regular-season game since 2020-21. Calgary will also be without Connor Zary (suspension) on Friday, giving Dryden Hunt and Adam […]

Alec Marsh Continues To Build Up His Arm

Kansas City Royals right-hander Alec Marsh (shoulder) said he felt great in two innings of live batting practice in camp on Thursday and will continue to build his arm up. It's unclear when Marsh might be cleared to pitch in a Cactus League game, but he is making progress after arriving to spring training this […]

Quentin Grimes Ruled Out On Friday Night

Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (illness) won't play on Friday against the Pacers. The 76ers have a lengthy injury report for Friday night, with Tyrese Maxey (back, finger), Lonnie Walker IV (concussion), and Paul George (groin) already ruled out. In addition, several others are listed as questionable, including Andre Drummond (toe), Justin Edwards (ankle), and […]

Bobby Witt Jr. Does Some Hitting On Friday

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (forearm) is still feeling better on Friday and did some increased baseball activities at camp, including hitting, according to MLB.com's Anne Rogers. Witt was hit by a pitch on his left forearm in a Cactus League game on Wednesday, but X-rays came back negative and he's just dealing […]

Sam Colangelo Deemed Day-To-Day With An Upper-Body Injury

Anaheim Ducks right wing Sam Colangelo (upper body) will exit the lineup for Friday's contest against the Nashville Predators and is considered day-to-day. He has sustained an upper-body injury after turning heads last week with a four-game goal streak. The 23-year-old became only the third rookie in franchise history to have a goal streak of […]

Santi Aldama Ruled Out For Friday's Matchup With Cleveland

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (calf) will remain out for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 24-year-old has been dealing with a right calf strain. Friday's contest will be the sixth he's missed in the last seven due to the injury. Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) is questionable, so the Grizzlies could potentially have a light frontcourt […]

Sean Burke To Open Season In Starting Rotation

Chicago White Sox pitcher Sean Burke will open the regular season in the starting rotation, according to manager Will Venable. The right-hander appears to have impressed the organization enough in camp to open the season with the big league club. Burke posted a 1.42 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and 22/7 K/BB ratio across four games (three […]

Michael Bunting A Game-Time Call Friday

Nashville Predators left wing Michael Bunting (abdomen) has been labeled a game-time decision for Friday's tilt against the Anaheim Ducks. He would make his Predators debut if he is cleared for action. Bunting has been on the shelf since Feb. 25 after undergoing surgery to remove his appendix. He had a disappointing end to his […]

Dante Fowler Jr. Heading Back To Cowboys

Free-agent veteran pass-rusher Dante Fowler Jr. is reuniting with the Dallas Cowboys on a one-year deal worth up to $8 million, sources told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Fowler will return to Dallas after playing for the Cowboys in 2022 and 2023. The 30-year-old veteran linebacker spent last year with the division-rival Washington Commanders, where he […]

Yandy Diaz Has Club Option Picked Up

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz is going to stick around with the organization for a few more seasons. On Friday, the Rays picked up Diaz's $12 million team option for 2026 and added a vesting option for the 2027 season. This is noteworthy because Diaz was subject to plenty of trade rumors this […]

Andrei Svechnikov Expected To Return Next Week

Carolina Hurricanes winger Andrei Svechnikov (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup on Friday against the Detroit Red Wings and is also expected to miss Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers. He withdrew from the lineup earlier this week due to an undisclosed injury. According to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site, head coach […]

Brandon Nimmo Should Be Ready For Opening Day

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (knee) is expected to be ready in time to play on Opening Day. The veteran outfielder has been dealing with a lingering knee issue, but recently received a gel injection, which appears to be helping him. Nimmo believes he'll be ready to play designated hitter, but is unsure if […]

Nikolaj Ehlers Good To Go Against Stars

Winnipeg Jets winger Nikolaj Ehlers (undisclosed) will be in the lineup on Friday against the Dallas Stars. He was initially doubtful for the contest after missing a couple of practices leading up to Friday. Ehlers plays a key role for Winnipeg and has amassed six points (three goals, three assists) over the past five games. […]

Lonnie Walker IV Out Of Action Versus Pacers On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Lonnie Walker IV (concussion) won't suit up against the Pacers on Friday. The 26-year-old picked up a concussion on Wednesday versus the Raptors. Walker signed a two-year, $3 million contract three weeks ago with the 76ers. With several Sixers players out with injuries, Walker played at least 25 minutes per contest in four […]

Mike Clevinger Expected To Get Save Chances

Chicago White Sox right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger is reportedly near the top of the list for ninth-inning options heading into the regular season. White Sox manager Will Venable said he might use multiple players in the closer role, but said Clevinger could be an early favorite for saves on the South Side. The veteran right-hander […]

Larry Ogunjobi, Michael Hoecht Both Facing Six-Game PED Suspensions

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said that both defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi and defensive end Michael Hoecht will face six-game suspensions to begin the 2025 season for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. Beane said the Bills knew about Hoecht when they signed him as a free agent, but they were unaware of Ogunjobi's […]

Parker Meadows To Open Season On Injured List

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows (arm) will open the regular season on the 10-day injured list, according to manager A.J. Hinch. This was expected to happen considering Meadows is still dealing with a nerve issue in his right arm. Meadows hasn't made much progress over the last few weeks, so his timetable to return to […]

Carlos Rodon Named Opening Day Starter

New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon has been officially named the Opening Day starter against the Milwaukee Brewers. Well, this honor was going to be given to Gerrit Cole (elbow) before he suffered a season-ending injury. After that, Rodon and Max Fried became the favorites to take the ball on Opening Day. The Yankees […]

Luka Doncic Sidelined On Friday Versus Denver

Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports that Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (ankle) won't play against the Denver Nuggets on Friday. Due to left calf management and a right ankle sprain, Doncic will sit out the second half of back-to-back games. With Doncic sidelined and Gabe Vincent (knee) listed as doubtful, Jordan Goodwin and Shake Milton will likely […]