Domingo Leyba Receives 80-Game Suspension

Arizona Diamondbacks infield prospect Domingo Leyba received an 80-game suspension on Friday after testing positive for Boldenone, which is in violation of the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. Leyba is ranked as the team's No. 30 prospect and has the skills to become a solid utility player for the Snakes at the major league level, but […]

Raiders In The Mix For Marcus Mariota

The Las Vegas Raiders are in the mix for Tennessee Titans impending free-agent quarterback Marcus Mariota. Mariota was general manager Mike Mayock's top-ranked quarterback in 2015. Derek Carr is the incumbent for the Raiders, and even though 2019 was one of Carr's better seasons, he still struggles with the deep ball and Las Vegas may […]

Austin Ekeler Agrees To Four-Year Deal

The Los Angeles Chargers and restricted free-agent running back Austin Ekeler agreed to a four-year, $24.5 million deal on Friday, according to sources. The deal includes $15 million in guarantees. With Melvin Gordon likely gone in free agency, Ekeler will become the Bolts unquestioned lead back in 2020 and beyond. It doesn't mean they won't […]

Trent Williams Has Permission To Seek A Trade

The Washington Redskins gave left tackle Trent Williams permission to seek a trade on Thursday, and teams have already started calling. The Redskins may not be interested in giving Williams the long-term deal that he wants, but they won't just give him away in a trade. And if Williams is dealt to a new team, […]

Thomas Bryant Should Be Back in Action on Friday

Washington Wizards center Thomas Bryant (rest) is expected to be back in the rotation for Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He played 19 minutes during Tuesday's game, but sat out on Wednesday due to rest. The Wizards have been limiting Bryant to less than 20 minutes in every game since the All-Star break. He […]

Tristan Thompson Gets Back to Practice on Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson (knee) was able to return to practice on Friday. He has missed each of the last three games due to a left knee contusion, but getting back to practice here is a great sign. Andre Drummond (calf) was able to practice on Friday as well, so hopefully both players will […]

Andre Drummond Returns to Practice

Cleveland Cavaliers center Andre Drummond (calf) was able to get back to practice on Friday. He missed each of the last two games due to a nagging calf issue, but was able to get through everything without issues on Friday. The team is likely going to wait until after shootaround on Saturday before deciding if […]

Darius Garland is Expected to Sit This Weekend

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (groin) was unable to practice on Friday and is expected to miss both games this weekend. He has missed each of the last two games due to a strained left groin. The Cavs aren't playing for anything, so it's not shocking to see the team being cautious with their talented […]

Dewayne Dedmon Returns on Friday

Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (elbow) is available for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He was a fully participate during Thursday's practice and was listed as probable on the injury report heading into this contest. He'll return from a four-game absence, so Dedmon could be under a minutes limit here. Bruno Fernando (shin) is […]

Stephen Vogt Fine For Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Stephen Vogt (elbow) left the Cactus League game early on Thursday after he was hit by a pitch on his right elbow, but he iced the elbow and said he should be fine for Friday. Vogt, 35, should be Carson Kelly's primary backup behind the plate in Arizona in 2020. The left-handed […]

Kemba Walker Will See Increased Minutes on Friday

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) will see increased minutes, but will still be limited for Friday's game against the Utah Jazz. Walker returned on Tuesday from a five-game absence, but sat out the following night due to rest. The Celtics are going to ease Walker back into things, but he should see around 25-30 […]

Trae Young is Questionable on Friday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He was dealing with flu-like symptoms last week, but was able to play in both games without any issues. It doesn't sound like something that is going to sideline Young, but fantasy owners should check back closer to […]

Mike Leake Throws Simulated Game

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Mike Leake (wrist) threw a 68-pitch simulated game over four innings on Thursday. Leake is still sporting a cast for his left wrist fracture, and he'll need to start catching baseballs to see how much impact his wrist can handle. The right-hander struck out five in his simulated game, but it […]

Corey Seager (SS, LAD) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper

BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~120-130 CURRENT ADP: ~149 overall ANALYSIS: Corey Seager has entered his full, post-hype faze. Seager used to be the belle of the ball as the young SS primed to take off. He lost most of 2018 due to injury, and his 2019 suffered because of it. With few remaining believers, Seager's ADP is […]

Robbie Ray Has New Delivery

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Robbie Ray has a new over-the-top motion in his delivery out of the windup this year that he's hoping will help him create better timing and a more direct finish to the plate. Ray threw 14 first-pitch strikes to the 15 batters he faced in his Cactus League outing on Thursday, […]

Evan Fournier is Likely Out for An Extended Time

Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (elbow) suffered a sprained UCL during Wednesday's game while diving for a loose ball. He has already been ruled out for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and is expected to miss multiple games, according to head coach Steve Clifford. Wesley Iwundu and Terrence Ross should benefit in playing time […]

Eric Gordon is Ruled Out Against Hornets

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He exited early during Thursday's game versus the Los Angeles Clippers due to right knee soreness. Russell Westbrook (rest) is unavailable for Saturday's contest as well. Ben McLemore and Austin Rivers will see increased playing time and usage […]

Russell Westbrook Will Rest Versus Charlotte

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook (rest) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. It's the first game of a back-to-back set, so it's not shocking to see the Rockets rest Westbrook. He is expected to rejoin the rotation for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. Eric Gordon (knee) will join Westbrook […]

Jason Castro (C, LAA) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper

BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~320-335 CURRENT ADP: ~376 overall ANALYSIS: Jason Castro's 2019 was lost in the shuffle because his teammate, Mitch Garver also broke out over more at-bats. However, Castro is worth mentioning, especially at a shallow position. He slashed .232/.332/.435 with 13 HR, 30 RBI, and 39 R in only 237 at-bats. Castro only […]

Devontae Booker, Theo Riddick Will Hit Open Market

Denver Broncos running backs Devontae Booker and Theo Riddick (shoulder) will both hit the free-agent market, where they will draw second-wave interest from other teams. Riddick, who was on Injured Reserve all last year, has been medically cleared. With Phillip Lindsay and Royce Freeman running Denver's backfield the last two years, Booker has become an […]

Panthers Interested In Re-Signing Mario Addison

The Carolina Panthers are interested in re-signing defensive end Mario Addison, but the 32-year-old plans to test the open market, according to league sources. Addison has 39 sacks in the last four seasons, which is the most of any Carolina player in that span. He finished with 34 tackles (20 solo), 9.5 sacks and two […]

Jadeveon Clowney Interested In The Giants

Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney is interested in playing for the New York Giants if he hits the open market on March 18, according to an NFL source. However, Clowney could be looking at a contract worth $22-23 million per season, which would likely be out of New York's price range. Even though […]

49ers Re-Sign Jeffery Wilson, Ross Dwelley, Others

The San Francisco 49ers re-signed exclusive-rights free-agent running back Jeffery Wilson, tight end Ross Dwelley, quarterback Nick Mullens, offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill and cornerback Emmanuel Moseley on Thursday. Wilson appeared in 10 games last year and had 27 carries for 105 yards and four touchdowns. He's unlikely to see much playing time again in 2020 […]

Jacoby Brissett Needs To Work On Quicker Release

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni was impressed with quarterback Jacoby Brissett's pocket awareness and ability to extend plays outside the pocket in 2019, but he'd like to see him improve on scanning the field and getting the ball out of his hands faster. "He always knew where to go with the football, and then […]

Christian Yelich Will Make Cactus League Debut Friday

Milwaukee Brewers superstar outfielder Christian Yelich (knee) will make his Cactus League debut Friday against the Giants. He will bat third in the order and slot in as the designated hitter after fracturing his right kneecap late last season. His spring debut comes on the same day that his massive contract extension becomes official. Yelich’s […]

DeSean Jackson Recovered From Core Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (core) has pronounced himself 100 percent recovered after having core muscle surgery in November. “I’ll be back stronger than ever,” Jackson said. D-Jax caught two 50-yard touchdown passes in the season opener last year before getting hurt in Week 2 and missing the rest of the season. The 33-year-old […]

Amari Cooper Wants To Be Cowboy For Life

Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent wide receiver Amari Cooper said he wants "to be a Cowboy for life." "I love being a Dallas Cowboy. I love everything about it. I think about it every day," Cooper said. "Just the aura of being a Dallas Cowboy, you can't beat it." With Dallas expected to use the franchise […]

Jonathan Quick Dominant In Shootout Win

Both the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Los Angeles Kings failed to find the back of the net until the shootout on Thursday night. William Nylander scored for Toronto in the shootout after failing to score on nine shots during the game. However, the Kings took the two points with goals from Anze Kopitar and […]

Carter Hart Stands Tall In Win Against Carolina

The Carolina Hurricanes’ swoon continued on Thursday night with a 4-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Carter Hart turned aside 28 of 29 shots to win his sixth game in a row and nine of 10. He hasn’t allowed in more than three goals over the past six games. He has a 2.47 GAA and […]

Josh Naylor Expected To Play Friday

San Diego Padres outfielder Josh Naylor (neck) took part in the team's full workout on Thursday and is expected to be in the Cactus League lineup on Friday night, barring a setback. Naylor has been fighting through a minor neck strain, but he should be fine for the start of the regular season. The 22-year-old […]