July 17, 2025
San Francisco Giants pitching prospect
Carson Whisenhunt has underwhelmed at Triple-A this year, posting a 4.50 ERA (4.92 xFIP), a 1.33 WHIP, and 82 strikeouts in 94 innings pitched. The Giants' second-ranked prospect has greatly improved his year-over-year walk rate, from 11.1 percent to 7.1 percent, but it appears to be at the expense of his strikeout rate, going from 28.4 percent to 20.9 percent. Also, although the walk rate improved, the 6-foot-3 lefty has thrown the fifth-most wild pitches in the minors this year, totaling 10 of them thus far. An MLB debut looked like a slam dunk earlier this year, but the picture is a bit more cloudy now. It will still likely happen, but not nearly as soon as thought, and the 24-year-old no longer looks like a must-stash in advance of an eventual call-up.
--Jarod RuppSource: MiLB.com
July
17,
2025
Denver
Broncos
running
back
RJ
Harvey
has
agreed
to
his
four-year
rookie
deal,
according
to
ESPN's
Adam
Schefter.
The
rookie
out
of
UCF
is
expected
to
have
a
meaningful
role
right
away
in
Sean
Payton's
offense,
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July 17, 2025
The New York Post's Jon Heyman reports that the Texas Rangers are calling up first baseman
Rowdy Tellez from Triple-A Round Rock before Friday's series opener against the visiting Detroit Tigers. Tellez will essentially be replacing first baseman
Jake Burger (quadriceps) on the active roster after Texas placed Burger on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday due to a quad strain. Tellez, a 30-year-old left-handed slugger, hit .208/.249/.434 with 11 home runs, 27 RBI, 20 runs scored and a 49:8 K:BB in 62 games with the Seattle Mariners earlier this year before being released. At least until Burger is able to return, Tellez should see regular playing time in Texas between first base and designated hitter against right-handed pitching. Fantasy managers in deeper formats looking for a little power boost should take notice.
--Keith HernandezSource: New York Post - Jon Heyman
July
17,
2025
According
to
Matt
Derrick
of
ChiefsDigest.com
and
his
sources
close
to
the
team,
the
Kansas
City
Chiefs
believe
wide
receiver
Rashee
Rice
will
receive
anywhere
between
a
two-
and
four-game
suspension
following
his
court
ruling
on
Thursday.
read more...
July 17, 2025
New York Yankees pitching prospect Griffin Herring owns the lowest ERA of any minor-league starting pitcher (10 starts minimum) now that the first half is in the books, boasting a 1.69 ERA (2.91 FIP), a 1.02 WHIP and an 18.8 percent K-BB% through 15 starts (85 1/3 innings pitched), with eight of them coming at Single-A and the other seven coming at High-A. The Yanks' 25th-ranked prospect was drafted in the sixth round of the 2024 MLB Draft and has quickly shown off his ability. With some additional success at High-A, the LSU product could see some time on the mound at Double-A before the season is out.
--Jarod RuppSource: MiLB.com
July 17, 2025
On Wednesday, Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Brooks Barnhizer logged 19 points (8-of-12 on field goals, 3-of-6 on free throws), nine rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks during a 95-81 Summer League win over New Orleans Pelicans. The 23-year-old had a team-high nine boards and 19 points across 24 minutes. Drafted 44th in the NBA Draft last month, Barnhizer has impressed at Summer League, posting averages of 12.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists across 25.3 minutes over the previous four contests in Vegas.
--Andrew LennoxSource: ESPN
July 17, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Jack Kiser has signed his rookie deal, and the organization has now finalized contracts with all nine of its selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. Kiser, a fourth-round pick, played six seasons for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 2019 to 2024. The 24-year-old played in 69 career games, tallying 275 tackles (166 solo), 17 tackles for loss, six sacks, four interceptions, seven pass deflections, six forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and two defensive touchdowns. While his ceiling as an NFL player is likely limited, his experience and special-teams chops could help him get on the field early. To begin his career, he's likely to be the backup middle linebacker behind Devin Lloyd in 2025.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
July 17, 2025
The Athletic's Dan Hayes reports that Minnesota Twins second base prospect
Luke Keaschall (forearm) will start his rehab assignment with Triple-A St. Paul on Friday. Keaschall, the team's No. 3 prospect per MLB Pipeline, is returning to game action this weekend for the first time since fracturing the right ulna bone in his forearm in late April. The 22-year-old former second-rounder in 2023 out of Arizona State made his MLB debut with the Twins before that and went 7-for-19 with three doubles, two RBI, four runs scored and five stolen bases in just seven games played. Keaschall will probably have a lengthy rehab assignment, but when he's ready, he could return to Minnesota and provide an interesting power/speed combination for fantasy managers in deeper leagues. He's a hit over power prospect, but when combined with his wheels, he should have plenty of fantasy appeal.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
July 17, 2025
San Francisco Giants outfield prospect
Bo Davidson has been promoted to Double-A Richmond on the back of a strong first half at High-A. The Giants' eighth-ranked prospect hit .309 with 10 home runs and 12 stolen bases, while a strong 14.6 percent walk rate buoyed an impressive .412 OBP. His 56 RBI were the second-most in the Northwest League, and his 53 runs scored were tied for fifth-most. The left-handed slugger slashed .320/.430/.580 over his first two seasons in the minors, so 2025 has been a continuation of that, which backs up the feeling that he is "one of the best pure hitters in the system." If the 23-year-old continues to hit at Double-A, he could begin to rise up the prospect ranks and be knocking on the door to the majors next year. With a nice combination of contact, power, and speed, he could eventually be an intriguing fantasy asset, so he's certainly a name to be familiar with.
--Jarod RuppSource: MiLB Central
July 17, 2025
According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Baltimore Ravens pass-rusher Mike Green is expected to sign his four-year rookie deal on Thursday. There has been a delay in second-round picks reaching contract agreements throughout the NFL after the Texans signed wide receiver
Jayden Higgins to a fully guaranteed contract, but this deal is set to get done. Green was one of college football's premier pass-rushers during his final season at Marshall last season, collecting 17 sacks and 23 tackles for loss. Prior to the 2025 NFL Draft, news surrounding sexual assault allegations led Green to fall to the end of the second round, but he was viewed by many as a first-round talent beforehand. Now, he joins a talented outside linebacker room alongside Kyle Van Noy, Odafe Oweh, and Tavius Robinson in Baltimore. He could have a limited role in Year 1 as part of a group with plenty of depth.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Ian Rapoport
July 17, 2025
Minnesota Twins right-hander
Bailey Ober (hip) will start his minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A St. Paul on Friday, according to The Athletic's Dan Hayes. Depending on how Ober feels and looks on Friday, it might be the only rehab start he needs before being activated from the 15-day injured list. The 30-year-old was shut down in early July with a left-hip impingement. The 30-year-old hasn't been much of a fantasy asset in 2025, though, going 4-6 for the Twins with a career-worst 5.28 ERA (5.29 FIP), 1.41 WHIP and 74:22 K:BB in 92 innings over his 17 starts. Ober endured a particularly rough month of June before going on the IL, allowing 30 earned runs on 38 hits (14 home runs surrendered) while striking out 24 and walking eight in 30 innings over five starts. Fantasy managers won't be in a rush to pluck him off the waiver wire when he returns in the second half.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
July 17, 2025
The Tampa Bay Rays transferred right-hander
Hunter Bigge (face, lat) to the 60-day injured list on Thursday and selected the contract of right-hander
Joey Gerber to the 40-man roster and optioned him to Triple-A Durham in a corresponding move, according to Bally Sports' Ryan Bass. Bigge has been on the sideline since early May due to a strained right lat, but then he was hit in the face by a line drive in the dugout, causing him to miss even more time. The 27-year-old hurler has resumed baseball activities but won't be able to return until late August or early September. Before his injury earlier this year, Bigge held a 2.40 ERA (6.15 FIP) and 1.07 WHIP with 12 strikeouts and five walks in 15 innings out of the bullpen for Tampa.
--Keith HernandezSource: Bally Sports Florida - Ryan Bass
July 17, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Mike Williams, who was recently placed on the training-camp PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list, is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons. The 30-year-old entered the NFL as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Chargers following a stellar career at Clemson. He spent the first seven seasons of his pro career with L.A. before playing for the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024. Overall, Williams tallied 330 receptions for 5,104 yards and 32 touchdowns. He hangs up his cleats with two 1,000-yard seasons on his resume. Known as a big-play threat, his impact diminished later in his career as he aged and dealt with injury. While he was unlikely to be a significant factor for the Chargers this year, his departure gives
Quentin Johnston more breathing room after a slow start to his NFL career.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Adam Schefter
July 17, 2025
New Orleans Pelicans guard
Jeremiah Fears posted 22 points, six rebounds, and six assists across 30 minutes on the floor in Wednesday's 95-81 Summer League loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite an impressive outing, Fears struggled from beyond the arc, shooting 1-for-5. Drafted with the No. 7 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Fears' play has been inconsistent so far this summer. The Oklahoma product averaged 17.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.6 steals across 34 games during his only collegiate season in 2024-25.
--Andrew LennoxSource: ESPN
July 17, 2025
The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal writes that regardless of whether the Tampa Bay Rays become sellers at this year's trade deadline, they will be reluctant to trade players who signed team-friendly contract extensions. It means that first baseman
Yandy Diaz is the most unlikely to be moved after the Rays exercised his $12 million option for 2026 and added a $10 million club option for 2027. Second baseman
Brandon Lowe also signed a below-market extension for six years and $24 million in March of 2019. However, he only has an $11.5 million option for 2026 left. Closer
Pete Fairbanks only has a $7 million club option remaining as well, so if the Rays decide to become sellers soon, Lowe and Fairbanks would have a much better shot at being traded than Diaz, who is hitting .285 (105-for-368) with 14 home runs, 53 RBI, 43 runs and three steals in 2025.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal
July 17, 2025
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver
Jordan Addison will plead guilty to a lesser vehicular offense commonly referred to as a "wet reckless" a year after his initial DUI citation, according to ESPN's Kevin Seifert. As a result, Addison will pay a standard fine and complete two online courses, although we must still wait to see how the NFL reacts. The 23-year-old's probation is expected to be terminated early in six months. A 2025 suspension for Addison is still possible, although if he is suspended by commissioner Roger Goodell, we wouldn't expect it to be for more than two or three games at the most. The former first-rounder took a slight step back in Year 2 in 2024 with a 63-875-9 line in 15 starts, but he was still plenty productive behind All-Pro
Justin Jefferson. With a suspension still looming, Addison's fantasy value is still a bit shaky as a WR3/flex.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert
July 17, 2025
The Tennessee Titans agreed on an undisclosed two-year deal with free-agent running back
Jordan Mims on Thursday, a source told FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. The former Fresno State standout spent his first two seasons in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints and had 20 rushing attempts last season for 70 rushing yards while also catching 12 of 18 targets for 71 yards through the air in 11 games (zero starts). The 26-year-old went undrafted out of Fresno State before latching on with the Saints in 2023.
Tony Pollard and
Tyjae Spears are the unquestioned top two backs for the Titans going into the 2025 campaign, so Mims will be competing for a depth role in training camp this summer with
Julius Chestnut, rookie
Kalel Mullings and
Tyrion Davis-Price.
--Keith HernandezSource: FOX Sports - Jordan Schultz
July 17, 2025
Utah Jazz guard
Isaiah Collier collected 17 points, three assists, two rebounds and two steals across 32 minutes in a 86-76 Summer League win over the Wizards on Wednesday. Collier continues to produce during Summer League as he posted a double-double in Monday's matchup against the Spurs. The 29th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft will look to battle for an expanded role on a young Jazz team after averaging 8.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.3 assists across 71 contests during the 2024-25 campaign.
--Andrew LennoxSource: ESPN
July 17, 2025
ESPN's Stephen Holder reports that Indianapolis Colts quarterback
Anthony Richardson Sr. (shoulder) is believed to have recovered from his recent right-shoulder setback as the team gets ready to kick off training camp next week, per a source. Richardson had season-ending surgery to fix an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder in his rookie season in 2023 and was forced to miss the last two weeks of the team's offseason practices this year due to soreness in the same shoulder. The former first-rounder has been working with personal coaches for weeks in Florida throwing the football with velocity, and it appears rest has alleviated the issue. The Colts haven't personally evaluated Richardson, though, and it's possible Richardson will be on a pitch count early in camp to help him avoid fatigue or another setback. It's great news for the 23-year-old, but he still must beat out
Daniel Jones for the starting gig.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Stephen Holder
July 17, 2025
The Los Angeles Chargers officially announced on Thursday that they placed running back
Najee Harris (eye) on the Non-Football Injury list after he suffered a superficial eye injury during a fireworks mishap back on the Fourth of July. While Harris is expected to be a full-go for the start of the 2025 regular season in early September, he isn't going to be on the field for the start of training camp on Thursday. It's not a great start for the 27-year-old's first year in L.A., especially after they drafted big-play RB
Omarion Hampton in the first round in April, but Harris is not expected to be out for long in camp and can be activated from the NFI list at any time. Despite his injury being minor, it will make Hampton more attractive as an RB2 in fantasy with upside going into his first NFL campaign. Harris has four straight 1,000-yard seasons, but his big-play ability has been lacking.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
July 17, 2025
According to Michael Scotto of USA Today, free agent guard/forward
Caleb Houstan and the Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a one-year deal on Thursday. Houstan landed on the open market after the Magic declined his team option. Last season, the 22-year-old averaged 4.1 points and 1.3 rebounds in 13.6 minutes per contest across 58 games. After the All-Star break, he shot 50.7 percent from beyond the arc. He could grab a regular role at the bottom of the Hawks' rotation, but he will likely not make an impact in fantasy during the upcoming season.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Michael Scotto
July 17, 2025
The Chicago Bears and second-round defensive tackle Shemar Turner agreed to terms on his four-year rookie deal on Thursday, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The Bears took Turner with the 62nd overall pick in April's NFL draft after he had an impressive career at Texas A&M. The 22-year-old interior defensive lineman had 22.5 tackles for loss and 10 sacks in 43 games with the Aggies while playing through a leg fracture in his final season. Turner's explosiveness makes up for the fact that he weighs just under 300 pounds. He's also versatile on the defensive line and could be moved around by the Bears in his first season in the NFL. Turner will most likely be a rotational player in his first NFL season, which means he won't be on the IDP fantasy radar at all.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
July 17, 2025
The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal writes that Baltimore Orioles veteran right-hander
Charlie Morton, who is on an expiring contract, has become an attractive trade chip as the July 31 deadline nears. Morton, 41, had a 10.89 ERA after his first five starts this year, but he's turned things around and has posted a 3.05 ERA in his last 59 innings pitched since April 29. Rosenthal mentioned the Boston Red Sox, who went on a run at the end of the first half of the season, as a possibility to acquire Morton in a trade. The starting pitching market is thin, and Red Sox manager Alex Cora is familiar with Morton from the 2017 Houston Astros. Orioles left-hander
Trevor Rogers has also bounced back for Baltimore, but they are unlikely to trade him because he's under club control through the 2026 campaign. Overall, Morton still sports a bloated 5.18 ERA, but he does have 88 K's in 83 1/3 innings.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal
July 17, 2025
Washington Wizards guard
AJ Johnson finished with 25 points, five rebounds and three assists across 35 minutes in an 86-76 Summer League loss to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday. Johnson has strung together two impressive outings after collecting 20 points during Tuesday's Summer League action against the 76ers. This upcoming NBA season will be Johnson's second, and at 20 years old, he will likely struggle to establish a regular spot in the Wizards' rotation.
--Andrew LennoxSource: ESPN
July
17,
2025
Kansas
City
Chiefs
wide
receiver
Rashee
Rice
has
been
sentenced
to
five
years
of
probation
and
30
days
of
jail
time
by
a
Dallas
County
judge
for
his
involvement
in
a
multi-car
crash
in
Dallas
during
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July 17, 2025
The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reports that it's unlikely that either left-hander
Trevor Rogers or closer
Felix Bautista will be traded at this year's deadline, according to a source briefed on the team's plans. The Orioles are listening on Rogers, but he's under control for one more season, and the Orioles plan on contending in 2026. The 27-year-old Rogers' debut with Baltimore last August was rough and led to him being sent down to the minors. He then began the 2025 season on the injured list, while outfielder
Kyle Stowers, who the O's traded to Miami in exchange for Rogers last year, became an All-Star. But since May 24, Rogers has a 1.53 ERA with an expected ERA of 2.94. Bautista missed all of 2024 due to injury and has gone 1-1 with a career-high 2.41 ERA, a 1.04 WHIP, 18 saves, 48 strikeouts and 20 walks in 33 2/3 innings pitched.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal
July 17, 2025
Washington Wizards forward
Leaky Black finished with 10 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, four blocks, and two steals in over 33 minutes in an 86-76 win over the Jazz during Summer League action on Wednesday. Black's 11 rebounds and four blocks were game highs in the contest. Despite a solid Summer League outing, the 26-year-old is not a player that should be on fantasy managers' radar. He hasn't played in an NBA game since the 2023-24 regular season.
--Andrew LennoxSource: ESPN
July 17, 2025
Despite spending a combined $107 million in free agency on relievers
Tanner Scott,
Blake Treinen (forearm) and
Kirby Yates, the Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to pursue bullpen help at the trade deadline this summer, according to sources briefed on their plans. Scott has allowed eight home runs and has a 4.09 ERA after allowing just three homers and posting a 1.75 ERA in 2024 with the Marlins and Padres. In addition to Scott's struggles,
Evan Phillips (elbow) had Tommy John surgery on June 4 and Treinen,
Michael Kopech (knee) and
Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) are all on the injured list. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman tried to build the bullpen with an embarrassment of riches in terms of depth, but it just hasn't worked out in 2025.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal
July 17, 2025
Miami Marlins catcher
Rob Brantly cleared waivers after being designated for assignment and was outrighted to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, according to MLB.com. Brantly will remain in the organization after missing almost three months earlier this season with a strained right lat and a knee injury. The 36-year-old veteran backstop only played in three games before his injuries this year for Miami and went 3-for-7 with an RBI and a strikeout. For now, he'll remain on the farm to provide catching depth behind
Agustin Ramirez and
Nick Fortes at the major-league level. In parts of 10 big-league seasons with six different teams, Brantly has a career slash line of just .226/.286/.323 with seven home runs, 38 RBI and 32 runs scored in 140 games played.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com
July 17, 2025
Miami Marlins third baseman
Connor Norby (hand) had surgery to fix a broken hamate bone in his left hand on Wednesday in Arizona, according to Craig Mish of Sports Grid. Norby is expected to miss six to eight weeks. The 25-year-old won't be able to return until at least late August, leaving him little time to help fantasy managers the rest of the way in 2025. In single-year fantasy leagues, managers must weigh the cost of holding the former second-rounder into the second half of the season if they have other roster needs. In 253 at-bats in the first half for the Fish, Norby slashed .241/.289/.364 with a below-average .653 OPS, only six home runs, 26 RBI, 33 runs and seven stolen bases. Heading into the second half without Norby at the hot corner, expect the Marlins to mix and match at third base with
Graham Pauley and
Javier Sanoja.
--Keith HernandezSource: Sports Grid - Craig Mish
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