Gleyber Torres Tests Positive For COVID-19

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres has been placed on the COVID-19 injured list. Torres missed Wednesday's game as a precautionary measure, with the Yankees awaiting the results of his testing. It turns out the Yankees' cautious approach was warranted, as the 24-year-old has tested positive for the virus. Torres had the virus last December […]

Furkan Korkmaz Expected To Play Against Heat

Philadelphia 76ers forward Furkan Korkmaz (ankle) is expected to suit up for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. He has missed each of the last four games due to a sprained right ankle. Korkmaz was listed as probable on Wednesday, so it sounds like he is finally ready to return. That means, Isaiah Joe would […]

Clint Capela , Bogdan Bogdanovic Questionable For Thursday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (knee) and guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) are listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Orlando Magic. Capela was able to play 28 minutes on Wednesday, so the team might decide to hold him out of this one. Onyeka Okongwu would likely be asked to start and could have some […]

Danilo Gallinari Listed As Questionable Versus Magic

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Orlando Magic. He has been active for all the Hawks back-to-back sets since returning from injury in April. His absence would mean Onyeka Okongwu, Clint Capela, and Nathan Knight would be asked to fill the void. On paper, Capela has […]

Caris LeVert Could Miss Thursday's Game

Indiana Pacers guard Caris Levert (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He suffered a knee bruise during Tuesday's contest, but he was able to play 40 minutes. The Pacers cannot afford to lose, so it wouldn't be surprising to see LeVert out there. Otherwise, Aaron Holiday (toe) is expected […]

Dre Kirkpatrick Visiting With Patriots

Former Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick is visiting with the New England Patriots on Thursday, according to a source. The former Alabama first-round pick could resurface with head coach Bill Belichick. The 31-year-old was the 17th overall pick of the Bengals in the 2012 NFL draft and spent the first eight years […]

Derrick Rose, Alec Burks Probable For Thursday

New York Knicks guards Derrick Rose (ankle) and Alec Burks (knee) are listed as probable for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Reggie Bullock (ankle) is expected to return for this contest as well. All three players are originally questionable, but it sounds like they will be available for this contest. Somehow, Bullock has […]

Michael Porter Jr. Resting On Thursday

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, so Denver will play it safe with the playoffs starting next week. Shaquille Harrison and Vlatko Cancar will benefit the most without Porter playing on Thursday. Sadly, neither of […]

Monte Morris Won't Play Versus Minnesota

Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This is the first game of a back-to-back set, so it's not surprising to see the Nuggets playing it safe here. Markus Howard stands the gain the most value with Morris unavailable for this contest. He'll be a […]

Yankees Impressed With Jasson Dominguez

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez, the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, is impressing the team as a switch-hitting center fielder with power and speed in extended spring training. The 18-year-old has been compared to Bo Jackson, Mickey Mantle and Mike Trout physically, and he could join Low-Tampa at some point in 2021. "His […]

Albert Pujols Clears Waivers

Los Angeles Angels first baseman/designated hitter Albert Pujols cleared waivers and is officially a free agent after the team designated him for assignment last Thursday. If he had been claimed, his new team would have been on the hook for the rest of his 2021 salary (almost $30 million). The Angels will now be responsible […]

Nick Margevicius Could Be Out For The Year

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Nick Margevicius was moved to the 60-day injured list Wednesday night, and may miss the remainder of the 2021 season with thoracic outlet syndrome. Margevicius was originally in the major league bullpen to start the year, and moved into the starting rotation after James Paxton's injury. Before Margevicius himself was injured, […]

Broncos Waiving DaeSean Hamilton

The Denver Broncos are waiving wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton on Thursday, according to a source. The Broncos have a surplus of depth at the position and had trade talks involving the former fourth-round pick, but they couldn't finalize a deal. There's a strong possibility that Hamilton is claimed off waivers by another team. The 26-year-old […]

LJay Newsome Could Need Tommy John Surgery

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Ljay Newsome (elbow) was moved to the 60-day injured list Wednesday night and could possibly miss the rest of the season with a UCL injury. Newsome is reportedly considering Tommy John surgery. Originally assigned to the alternate site, Newsome was elevated to the major league rotation after a rash of injuries to […]

Andres Munoz Restarts Throwing Program

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Andres Munoz (elbow) has restarted a throwing program. Munoz is recovering from Tommy John surgery and has not pitched in a game since Sept. 15 of the 2019 season. It is expected that the flame-throwing right-hander won't appear in the majors before August or September, at the earliest, as Seattle wants to […]

Gleyber Torres Out Again Thursday

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres will miss his second straight game on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays after sitting out on Wednesday out of "an abundance of caution," according to sources. The Yankees have had seven cases of COVID-19 among their coaching and support staff, and the Yankees are waiting for the league […]

Logan Gilbert Expected To Throw 80-85 Pitches Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert will be making his major league debut Thursday night against Cleveland, and he's expected to throw between 80 and 85 pitches. Gilbert is coming to the major leagues a little earlier than originally planned and is not fully stretched out, but he gets a very advantageous matchup against a […]

Ravens Sign Lamar Jackson's High School Teammate

The Baltimore Ravens signed wide receiver Donte Sylencieux, one of nine undrafted rookies signed by the team on Thursday. Sylencieux was quarterback Lamar Jackson's favorite target when the two played together at Boynton Beach Community High School in Florida. Sylencieux caught 10 touchdowns in two seasons with Jackson. He caught 59 passes in three seasons […]

Ronald Acuna Jr. Exits Early Thursday

Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (ankle) exited Thursday's tilt against the Toronto Blue Jays in the bottom of the seventh inning after trying to run out a ground ball and hitting first base awkwardly. Acuna was seen on the ground holding his ankle in obvious pain. The good news is that he was able […]

Trevor Lawrence To Be Limited In Rookie Minicamp

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (shoulder), the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft, will be limited in what he's asked to do in this weekend's rookie minicamp. He is doing well in his rehab from surgery on his non-throwing shoulder, so the Jaguars are just being extra cautious with their franchise signal-caller. It […]

Caleb Farley Signs Rookie Contract

The Tennessee Titans and cornerback Caleb Farley agreed on a four-year, $13.495 million fully guaranteed contract on Thursday. Farley underwent back surgery in March, which caused him to miss his Pro Day and fall to pick No. 22 overall in the first round of the draft. Doctors said that the 22-year-old should be ready for […]

Connor McDavid Continues To Have A Spectacular Season

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid recorded two assists on Wednesday against Montreal. His team ended up beating the Canadiens 4-3. In just 55 regular-season contests, McDavid's has produced 104 points. He's scored 11 game-winning goals and carries a plus- 23 rating. Versus Montreal, the Richmond Hill, Ontario native, netted three goals and added seven assists […]

Matt Nagy Deemed A High-Risk Close Contact

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy has been deemed a high-risk close contact of a family member who tested positive for COVID-19, and he will participate virtually in on-field activity during this week's rookie minicamp. Per NFL protocols, all meetings will be virtual anyway. Nagy is in the process of being vaccinated, but the process […]

Broncos Sign Bobby Massie

The Denver Broncos signed free-agent right tackle Bobby Massie to a one-year, $4 million deal on Wednesday. The signing comes in the wake of a potentially season-ending Achilles tear that Ja'Wuan James suffered early last week. The 31-year-old Massie has started 110 games in his career and figures to start at right tackle for Denver […]

Josh Rojas Extends Hitting Streak To 11 Games

Arizona Diamondbacks utility man Josh Rojas remained hot at the plate on Wednesday night, going 1-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in a 3-2 loss to the Marlins. Rojas extended his hitting streak to 11 games, as he is now slashing .441/.472/.765 with two home runs, three RBI and 10 runs scored […]

Packers Sign Blake Bortles

The Green Bay Packers signed veteran quarterback Blake Bortles to an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday, according to a source. Bortles is the first addition at the position since news of Aaron Rodgers' unhappiness with the organization broke last month. However, Green Bay had just Rodgers and 2020 first-rounder Jordan Love on the roster at […]

Daniel Robertson Will Begin Rehab Assignment Thursday

Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Daniel Robertson (concussion) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Nashville on Thursday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. Robertson has been out with a concussion since late April. It's not clear exactly how long his rehab assignment will last, but he should be able to reclaim his big-league bench role before […]

Ryan Yarbrough Strikes Out Four On Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough struck out four batters in 3 1/3 scoreless innings of work against the Yankees on Wednesday. In his second appearance against the Yankees this season, Yarbrough limited them to just two hits once again, as he has allowed just one run on four hits and two walks with eight […]

Anibal Sanchez Considered Fully Stretched Out

Free-agent veteran starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez threw 100 pitches in a bullpen session in West Palm Beach, Fla., and is considered fully stretched out as he searches for a job. The 37-year-old right-hander has thrown for scouts several times this spring, and he could be a nice addition for a team in need of a […]

Alejandro Kirk Hitting And Throwing

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (hip) has been hitting off a tee and throwing, but running will be the biggest hurdle that he'll need to clear. It was announced a week ago that Kirk was expected to miss around six weeks with a left hip flexor strain. While the 22-year-old backstop still has a […]