Julio Urias Earns His Sixth Win On Wednesday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias persevered through his start at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday. He pitched 5 1/3 innings and allowed six hits, one walk and three earned runs while striking out five. June was a strong month overall for Urias. Over five June starts, he had a 2.20 […]

Mike Trout Doubles, Scores A Run On Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout helped the team defeat the Chicago White Sox 4-1 on Wednesday. He went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in the game. The 30-year-old has been one of the league's most dominant and consistent hitters over the first half of the 2022 season. Through 69 […]

Ryan Helsley Blows Save Chance On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Ryan Helsley was charged with his third blown save and first loss of the year on Wednesday. He entered Wednesday's game against the Miami Marlins in the ninth inning with the Cardinals leading 3-2. He went on to give up a game-winning, two-run home run to Marlins outfielder Avisail Garcia. […]

Mike Clevinger Pitches Six Scoreless Frames On Wednesday

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Mike Clevinger had both his best and longest outing of the year in Wednesday's start against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He pitched six scoreless innings and allowed just one hit and one walk while striking out six. He earned the win to improve to 2-0 on the year. The right-hander had […]

Shohei Ohtani Fans 11 White Sox Hitters

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani had a dominant outing against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday. He pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing just five hits and one walk while recording 11 strikeouts. This was his fifth double-digit strikeout game of the year. Ohtani was simply fantastic on the mound throughout June. […]

German Marquez Dealing With Cut On His Thumb

Updating a previous report, Colorado Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez (thumb) was removed from his start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday due to a cut on his right thumb. The right-hander initially cut his thumb during a bullpen session a few days before Wednesday's start. Marquez stated after Wednesday's game that he was […]

Miles Bridges Arrested For Domestic Violence

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges was arrested for domestic violence on Wednesday. The 24-year-old is alleged to have injured a woman while the two were in the midst of a physical dispute. Bridges is set to become one of the hottest names on the free agent market once NBA free agency opens up on Thursday. […]

Dejounte Murray Officially Traded To Atlanta

The Atlanta Hawks have acquired All-Star guard Dejounte Murray in a trade with the San Antonio Spurs. In exchange for Murray, the Hawks are sending Danilo Gallinari, three first round picks (2023, 2025 and 2027) and a 2026 pick swap to the Spurs. Murray had a breakout season in 2021-22, averaging 21.1 points, 9.2 assists, […]

Tommy Pham Back In The Lineup On Wednesday

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham (back) is included in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against left-hander Justin Steele and the Chicago Cubs. He'll be hitting out of his usual No. 3 spot and covering left field in the game. Pham was a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup as he was dealing with lower-back stiffness. […]

Seiya Suzuki Set For Rehab Assignment Thursday

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (finger) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Iowa on Thursday. He joined the Cubs in Chicago on Wednesday so that he could work out for the team and so that a plan could be made for his next steps. Suzuki has been sidelined for about a month due to […]

Nolan Gorman To Miss His Second Straight Game Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (hand) is being held out for the second consecutive game on Wednesday as the team takes on the Miami Marlins. Brendan Donovan will be manning the keystone for the team. Gorman fouled a ball off the bottom of his left hand during Monday's game and his hand remains […]

Jake Lamb Earns His First Start On Wednesday

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected the contract of third baseman Jake Lamb from Triple-A on Tuesday. He appeared as a pinch-hitter in Tuesday's game and he is making his first start as a Dodger on Wednesday. He'll be slotting in as designated hitter and batting seventh in the game. The 31-year-old has had a productive […]

Bryce Harper Undergoes Thumb Surgery On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (thumb) underwent surgery to repair his fractured thumb on Wednesday. According to Matt Gelb of The Athletic, the team is deferring comments regarding the surgery and Harper as a whole at this time. They are instead waiting until Harper addresses the surgery himself later on in the week. News broke […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Expected To Land On The Injured List

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (back) is expected to land on the injured list, according to multiple sources. This news doesn't come as much of a surprise as he's been dealing with back spasms since last Friday. He made a return to the field on Tuesday, but was lifted in just the second […]

Matthew Liberatore Could Earn A Start This Weekend

St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitcher Matthew Liberatore joined the team on Wednesday, though he has yet to be officially added to the Cardinals' roster. According to Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold, the plan is for Liberatore to make a start during the team's road series against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend. Liberatore has had mixed […]

Tommy Edman Absent From Wednesday's Lineup

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Tommy Edman is getting the day off on Wednesday as the team takes on right-hander Sandy Alcantara and the Miami Marlins. Edmundo Sosa will be covering shortstop for the game while Brendan Donovan will be hitting out of Edman's usual leadoff spot. Edman is currently on pace to have his best […]

Teoscar Hernandez Getting A Breather On Wednesday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against right-hander Nick Pivetta and the Boston Red Sox. Raimel Tapia will be covering right field for the game. Hernandez's bat has come alive in a big way this month. He's slashing .314/.346/.569 with five home runs, 18 RBI and […]

John Wall Officially Waived By Rockets

The Houston Rockets completed their buyout of point guard John Wall on Tuesday. He is no longer a member of the team and he is expected to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers at some point after free agency begins on Thursday. Wall wound up giving up $6.5 million in his buyout with the Rockets. […]

Lakers Showing Interest In Buddy Hield

Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield is receiving trade interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Matt Moore of Action Network. Hield split the 2021-22 season with the Pacers and the Sacramento Kings. Over 26 games with the Pacers, he averaged 18.2 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game while shooting 44.7% from the […]

Rockets Looking At Mo Bamba, Isaiah Hartenstein

The Houston Rockets are reportedly looking to add some center depth in free agency. The team's top two targets right now appear to be Mo Bamba and Isaiah Hartenstein. Kelly Iko of The Athletic reported that Rockets general manager Rafael Stone could be prepared to make a substantial offer to a veteran if he feels […]

76ers Emerging As Front-Runners To Land P.J. Tucker

Veteran free-agent forward P.J. Tucker has been a hot name on the market leading up to the 2022 NBA free-agency period. At first, it sounded as if he may be returning to the Miami Heat next season. But now it looks like the Philadelphia 76ers have emerged as the favorites to sign the 37-year-old. According […]

Matisse Thybulle Drawing Interest From Mavericks, Blazers

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Matisse Thybulle has been the center of trade speculation lately as the 76ers are in the midst of figuring out their plan for the next season. On Wednesday, Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report gave an update on the 76ers' offseason approach, saying that the team is "still exploring various trade options to […]

Mitchell Robinson Expected To Sign Four-Year Deal With Knicks

The New York Knicks are expected to sign center Mitchell Robinson to a four-year contract worth around $60 million, according to sources of Bleacher Report. The Chicago Bulls had been rumored to be interested in signing the 24-year-old free agent, but now it seems as if he's not going anywhere. This news comes a day […]

Pacers Pick Up Team Option On Oshae Brissett

The Indiana Pacers elected to pick up the $1.8 million team option on forward Oshae Brissett, so he will be back with the franchise this coming season. The 24-year-old has spent each of the last two seasons with the Pacers, and he's managed to be productive when he's earned sufficient minutes. While the Pacers were […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Ish Smith Traded To Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets have acquired guard/forward Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and point guard Ish Smith in a trade with the Washington Wizards. The Nuggets sent guard Monte Morris and forward Will Barton to Washington in the deal. KCP figures to be a key wing for the Nuggets in 2022-23. Last year, the versatile veteran averaged 13.2 points, […]

Blazers Expected To Offer Damian Lillard Two-Year Extension

The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to offer star point guard Damian Lillard a two-year contract extension that is worth more than $100 million, according to sources of Bleacher Report. Lillard is currently signed on through the 2023-24 season with a player option for 2024-25. If he were to agree to a two-year extension, he'd […]

Monte Morris, Will Barton Heading To Washington

The Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards have agreed on a two-for-two trade. Guard Monte Morris and forward Will Barton are heading to Washington while the Nuggets are receiving guard/forward Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and point guard Ish Smith. Morris could wind up being the most impactful member of this foursome next year. The Wizards didn't have many […]

Lakers Reportedly Want Russell Westbrook To Succeed In LA

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook picked up his player option of $47.1 million this week. Westbrook has been at the center of trade rumors lately, specifically in regards to a blockbuster swap that would send him to Brooklyn in exchange for fellow guard Kyrie Irving. However, NBA reporter Shams Charania stated on The Pat […]

Utah Jazz Hire Will Hardy As Head Coach

Former Boston Celtics assistant coach Will Hardy has been named the next head coach of the Utah Jazz. Hardy and the Jazz agreed to a five-year deal on Tuesday. With this announcement, the 34-year-old Hardy will become the youngest active coach in the league. Hardy spent just one year working as an assistant coach under […]

Warriors Facing Decisions With Impending Free Agents

The Golden State Warriors have a number of key role players slated to hit free agency this year. The list includes Kevon Looney, Gary Payton II, Andre Iguodala, Nemanja Bjelica, Otto Porter Jr., Juan Toscano-Anderson and Damion Lee. Looney and Porter saw the heaviest workload of this group last season. Looney started 80 of the […]