Paul Blackburn to Resume Throwing Next Week

New York Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn (shoulder), who landed on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with a right-shoulder impingement, is expected to resume throwing next week. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Blackburn's prognosis was "relatively good news." The 31-year-old veteran will be shut down for only three to five days. With right-hander Kodai Senga (hamstring) […]

Brandon Waddell Tentatively Scheduled to Start on Sunday

New York Mets left-hander Brandon Waddell is tentatively scheduled to make the start in Sunday's series finale of the Subway Series against the visiting New York Yankees, according to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. The Mets could still change their plans for this weekend, but as of right now, Waddell figures to go on Sunday against the […]

Dedniel Nunez Weighing Another Tommy John Surgery

MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports that New York Mets right-handed reliever Dedniel Nunez (elbow) is weighing a second Tommy John surgery to fix an injured ligament in his right elbow. Nunez will receive additional medical opinions before making a decision on his next step. The 29-year-old broke out last year while striking out 35.6% of the […]

Kodai Senga to Make Rehab Start on Saturday

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga (hamstring) will make a minor-league rehab start with Double-A Binghamton on Saturday, according to ESPN's Jorge Castillo. Manager Carlos Mendoza said that the goal is for Senga to throw 60 pitches. If all goes well, Senga should rejoin the team's starting rotation and start next weekend in Kansas City […]

Mets Place Jose Butto on Injured List With Illness

The New York Mets placed right-handed reliever Jose Butto (illness) on the 15-day injured list on Friday with an illness, according to the New York Post's Mike Puma. It comes a day after reliever Dedniel Nunez (elbow) landed on the IL with an injury that could lead to season-ending Tommy John surgery. The good news […]

Justin Hagenman Getting First Start Friday

SNY's Anthony DiComo reports that New York Mets pitcher Justin Hagenman will receive the first start of his career in the first game of their series with the cross-town rival New York Yankees on Friday. The Penn State product has tossed six innings from the Amazin's bullpen this season, but has primarily operated out of […]

Tylor Megill to Restart Throwing Program on Saturday

New York Mets right-hander Tylor Megill (elbow) is scheduled to restart a throwing program off flat ground on Saturday, according to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo. Megill has ben shut down for three weeks with a right-elbow sprain, but a recent follow-up MRI exam showed a significant reduction in inflammation in his arm. The 29-year-old is hoping […]

Cubs Recall Jordan Wicks

According to ESPN.com's Jesse Rogers, the Chicago Cubs are recalling starting pitcher Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa. The move comes in response to teammate Jameson Taillon (calf) landing on the injured list with a calf strain. The 25-year-old was up with the big-league squad for a quick stint in April, but allowed five runs over […]

Anthony Bradford Working Hard to Win Back Starting Job

Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Anthony Bradford is a big, powerful blocker who doesn't seem like an ideal fit for an outside zone scheme that suits more athletic linemen. However, ESPN's Brady Henderson writes that Bradford looked trimmer this offseason and shared first-team reps with Christian Haynes at OTAs and minicamp this offseason as he looks […]

Jameson Taillon Shelved with Calf Strain

ESPN.com's Jesse Rogers reports that the Chicago Cubs have placed starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (calf) on the 15-day injured list with a right calf strain. Left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks was recalled from Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding move. Unfortunately, the injury occurred during training, and Cubs' general manager Craig Counsell noted he'll be out "longer […]

Byron Young Still Improving?

Despite the fact that Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Byron Young has already had two strong seasons in the NFL with 15.5 sacks, outside linebackers coach Joe Coniglio said he's noticed how "intentional" Young has been going into his third season in the NFL. Coniglio said he's challenged the former third-rounder to continue to work […]

Nolan Arenado, Willson Contreras Re-enter Starting Nine

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (finger) and first baseman Willson Contreras (hand, wrist) are back in the team's lineup for the start of a three-game set with the hosting Chicago Cubs. Arenado sprained his finger over the weekend and had to miss the Cards' previous two games, but he'll rejoin the squad ahead […]

Jonathan Gannon has Been Impressed With Cody Simon

Arizona Cardinals rookie fourth-round inside linebacker Cody Simon has caught the attention of head coach Jonathan Gannon in a short amount of time this offseason, according to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss. "He's definitely flashed here," Gannon said. "We got him playing a couple different spots, so that's good. He is playing on fourth down right now, […]

Spencer Steer Returns to Lineup

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Spencer Steer (hand) is back in his team's lineup for Friday's series opener against the hosting Philadelphia Phillies. Steer was hit in the hand by a pitch on Wednesday during a suspended game with the Red Sox, and the swelling forced him from their night outing. Fortunately, he was only required […]

SirVocea Dennis has Impressive Offseason

ESPN's Jenna Laine writes that Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker SirVocea Dennis had one of the most impressive offseasons of any defender on the team. "First day of OTAs, made one of the best plays I've ever seen a linebacker make," linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. said. "He's special, man. Very cerebral and knows the game very […]