Gerrit Cole Throws Another Successful Bullpen Session
New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Saturday, and his fastball was clocking in at the low 90s. Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake said that Cole is "one notch ahead of your typical spring training progression." This means that the reigning AL Cy Young winner has a chance to... Read More
CeeDee Lamb vs. Tyreek Hill – Who Should I Draft In 2024 Fantasy Football?
While Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase were the first two wide receivers drafted in almost every fantasy football league last season, neither superstar ended the year in the top three. Instead, CeeDee Lamb and Tyreek Hill were the top two wide receivers. Fantasy players will have a decision to make this upcoming season. Christian McCaffrey... Read More
Edwin Diaz Could Have Fluid Usage In Bullpen
New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz has allowed eight earned runs in his past five innings and is losing his grasp on closing duties in Queens. On Sunday, manager Carlos Mendoza did not commit to a new closer but did describe Diaz's usage as "fluid." He further stated, "He'll do whatever it takes, whether... Read More
Chase DeLauter Doing Baseball Activities
Cleveland Guardians outfield prospect Chase DeLauter (foot) began performing baseball activities on Sunday. This is a great sign for the top prospect in the Cleveland system, as he was diagnosed with a broken foot earlier this season. The 22-year-old has yet to begin running, but this is a big step in the right direction. DeLauter... Read More
Steven Kwan Making Good Progress
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan (hamstring) is set to begin a minor-league rehab assignment within the next seven to 10 days. The left-handed slugger was able to take batting practice on Friday. He appears to be making solid progress from a hamstring strain he suffered in early May. The expectation is that he'll need a... Read More
Chase Young Could Be Big Addition For Saints Defense
New Orleans Saints All-Pro pass-rusher Cameron Jordan thinks the offseason addition of former first-round defensive end Chase Young "is going to be great for our defense." "We already got Carl Granderson, who's stellar these last couple of years. I think with growth him being on the opposite side when he gets the right health, physically.... Read More
Spencer Steer Absent From Sunday's Lineup
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Spencer Steer (rest) is out of the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 26-year-old has struggled at the plate lately so they will give him the day off to rest. Santiago Espinal will get the start at third base, while Jeimer Candelario gets the nod... Read More
Will Smith Taking A Seat On Sunday
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (rest) is out of the starting lineup ahead of the game against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Fantasy managers don't have anything to worry about as this appears to be a routine rest day for Smith. In his absence, Austin Barnes will handle behind the plate and bat ninth... Read More
What To Do With Tyler Reddick At North Wilkesboro?
Tyler Reddick will start sixth in Sunday's All-Star Race from North Wilkesboro Speedway. After leading 174 laps last weekend, Reddick looked to be in position to bring home the checkered flag until a late race mistake cost both him and Chris Buescher a shot at victory. Despite taking full responsibility for the incident, a target... Read More
Adolis Garcia Scratched On Sunday
Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia (forearm) has been scratched from the starting lineup ahead of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. The 31-year-old slugger is dealing with a forearm issue after colliding with teammate Marcus Semien during Saturday's game. The team plans to have Garcia undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the... Read More
Ogbonnia Okoronkwo Fully Healthy, Eyeing Double-Digit-Sack Season
Cleveland Browns defensive end Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (pectoral) is eyeing at least 10 sacks in 2024 after recording 4.5 sacks and a career-high 12 tackles for loss in 14 games in his first season with the Browns last year before getting hurt. He joined the Browns on a three-year, $22 million maximum-value deal last year. Okoronkwo... Read More
Blake Snell Returning To The Rotation Soon
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (groin) is nearing a return to the big-league rotation. The left-hander has been sidelined since late April due to a lingering groin issue. The good news is that Snell looked great during his most recent rehab outing on Friday. The left-hander threw five scoreless innings and struck out... Read More
Raiders Could Have Dangerous Combo In Michael Mayer-Brock Bowers
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer, who is heading into his second year in the NFL, is excited to work with rookie tight end Brock Bowers, who the Raiders selected in the first round this year. Bowers fell to the Raiders at No. 13 overall. "He's fast. He's got great hands. He can block.... Read More
Joe Musgrove Likely To Start On Tuesday
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (triceps) won't be activated from the injured list ahead of Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Instead, Musgrove is likely to be activated and start against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday. The Padres were planning on bringing Musgrove back on Sunday, but a rainout on Saturday pushed back... Read More
Dylan Horton Finishes Cancer Treatment
Houston Texans defensive end Dylan Horton posted a video of himself on Thursday ringing the bell, signaling his last radiation treatment after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma. Horton took a leave of absence from the team on Nov. 22 of last year, citing a "personal matter." He learned on Dec. 1 that he... Read More