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Shane Bieber To Undergo MRI
Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Shane Bieber (elbow) won't make his start on Monday, according to manager Terry Francona. The right-hander has been experiencing irritation in his elbow and forearm over the last few weeks. The 28-year-old has been struggling lately and been kept on a low pitch count because of the injury. Bieber underwent an […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoMatt Moore Activated From Injured List
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Matt Moore (oblique) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Friday. The left-hander has been sidelined since May due to an oblique issue. Before landing on the shelf, he had registered a brilliant 1.44 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 21/7 K/BB ratio across 25 innings. The 34-year-old is expected […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoZach Neto Activated And Starting On Friday
Los Angeles Angels infielder Zach Neto (oblique) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. The 22-year-old has been sidelined since mid-June due to an oblique strain. On the season, he's hitting .259/.338/.431 with six home runs, 22 RBI, and five stolen bases in 52 games. He'll cover shortstop and bat leadoff versus […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoAnthony Rendon, Jo Adell Placed On Injured List
Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (shin) and outfielder Jo Adell (oblique) have been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to July 11. Rendon has been sidelined since July 4 due to a bruised right shin. The organization was hopeful he'd be ready after the All-Star break, but sadly that wasn't the case. […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoSeranthony Dominguez Throws To Hitters
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez (oblique) was able to pitch to hitters prior to Friday's game. The right-hander has been sidelined since the middle of June due to an oblique strain. The organization is hopeful that Dominguez can return before the end of July. He's currently headed in the right direction, but it's uncertain […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJake Fraley Moves Up In Batting Order
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley will move up in the batting order for Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Normally, Fraley bats fifth in the order versus right-handed starters. However, he'll slide up to the three-hole and serve as the designated hitter versus right-hander Corbin Burnes. Jonathan India will move down to the fifth spot […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJordan Westburg Shifts Over To Third Base
Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg will move over to third base for Friday's game against the Miami Marlins. The 24-year-old has made six starts at second base, while Friday's game marks his fifth time playing third base since being called up. It appears the O's want Westburg to get comfortable at both positions. He originally […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoRyan Tepera To Opt Out Of Deal
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Ryan Tepera has decided to opt out of his minor-league deal with the organization. The 35-year-old signed a minor-league deal with the team last month after being released by the Los Angeles Angels. He struggled heavily during his time with the Angels, but pitched well in the minors. Tepera didn't allow […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoShane McClanahan To Start On Sunday
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane McClanahan (back) is expected to take the mound against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday. This was already the assumption, but manager Kevin Cash confirmed this theory during a radio show on Friday. The left-hander hasn't pitched since the beginning of July due to back tightness. The Rays are […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoConnor Prielipp To Undergo Surgery
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Connor Prielipp (elbow) is expected to undergo surgery on Monday. The surgery will address the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow. He previously underwent Tommy John surgery in 2021 with Alabama. The Twins selected Prielipp in the second-round of last year's draft. The 22-year-old has only made two starts this […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoChigoziem Okonkwo Has Shown Improvement
Tennessee Titans tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo is reportedly showing improvement as a blocker and pass-catcher. The 23-year-old showed plenty of potential during his rookie season in 2022. He finished with 32 receptions for 450 yards and three touchdowns in 17 games (eight starts) with Tennessee. The expectation is that he'll see a bigger workload during […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoHaywood Highsmith Gets Fully Guaranteed Contract
Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith will have his contract be fully guaranteed for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. The 26-year-old averaged career-highs with 4.4 points, 3.5 assists, 0.7 steals in 54 games last season. He averaged nearly 18 minutes per game and is expected to have a similar role next season. Highsmith also saw some postseason […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoKobe Bufkin Has Solid Game On Thursday
Atlanta Hawks guard Kobe Bufkin has struggled with his shooting this summer, but was able to put together a solid game on Thursday. The 19-year-old went 5-for-11 from the floor with 14 points, seven assists, and one block during Thursday's Summer League matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers. The assumption is that Bufkin is going to […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJaden Springer Scores 29 Points On Thursday
Philadelphia 76ers guard Jaden Springer has certainly helped his case to earn minutes in the rotation with his play during the Summer League. On Thursday, Springer went 8-of-16 from the floor with 29 points, three rebounds, and three assists in the loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The 20-year-old has spent a majority of his two […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoTerquavion Smith Drops 20 Points
Philadelphia 76ers guard Terquavion Smith has proven to be a consistent scorer during his Summer League action. The 20-year-old went 7-of-10 from the floor for 20 points with three rebounds and three assists during Thursday's Summer League matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Smith will be on a two-way contract this season, which means he'll probably […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoScoot Henderson To Miss Rest Of Summer League
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (shoulder) has officially been shut down for the rest of the Summer League. The rookie guard is dealing with a right shoulder strain that he suffered during Friday's game. The organization doesn't want to push anything with their prized guard. The expectation is that this is a minor injury […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoDomantas Sabonis Won't Play In World Cup
Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis has decided to not play for the Lithuanian national team this summer. It was originally reported by a Lithuanian coach that Sabonis opted out because of his surgery, which was not true. Sabonis did not require surgery on his right thumb. He continues to follow a strict rehab program to […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoWilly Hernangomez Signing With Barcelona
Free-agent forward Willy Hernangomez won't be returning to the NBA anytime soon. The 29-year-old has agreed to a three-year deal with Barcelona. The veteran forward played eight seasons in the NBA. Most recently, Hernangomez played 37 games with the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2022-2023 season. It's worth noting that Real Madrid has an opportunity […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoOchai Agbaji Upgraded To Probable
Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's Summer League matchup against the Denver Nuggets. The 23-year-old was a late scratch from Monday's contest due to low back spasms. The expectation is that Agbaji will move into the starting five, assuming he's cleared to play. The hope is that Agbaji can […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJaime Jaquez Jr. Misses Wednesday's Practice
Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (shoulder) was unable to participate during Wednesday's practice. The rookie forward has missed each of the last two Summer League games due to a left shoulder injury. The 22-year-old did have a 22-point outing during his first Summer League game. The Heat are obviously going to play it cautious […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoMavericks Showing Interest In Bojan Bogdanovic
Detroit Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic could be on the move before next season begins. The 34-year-old is coming off a solid season with Detroit last year. He averaged a career-high 21.6 points with 3.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists. Despite his success, the Pistons have a ton of young players for their future that could make […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJaden Hardy Finishes With 24 Points
Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy didn't have his best night shooting the ball, but made the most of it during Monday's game. The 21-year-old went 5-for-17 from the floor, but made 12-of-13 free throw attempts. Hardy finished with 24 points, six rebounds, and five assists in 34 minutes of action. Mavericks summer league coach Jared […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoIsaiah Jackson Records Double-Double
Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson played well during Monday's Summer League matchup against the Orlando Magic. Jackson recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds in 26 minutes of action. The 21-year-old was able to carry some fantasy value last season due to his defensive ability. He averaged 1.2 blocks per game to go […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoKenneth Lofton Jr. Records Four Steals
Memphis Grizzlies forward Kenneth Lofton Jr. was doing a bit of everything during Monday's Summer League matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Lofton is looking to lock down a rotation spot for himself ahead of next season. Well, performances like this are certainly going to help his case. On Monday, Lofton finished with 15 points, six […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoEmoni Bates Continues To Play Well
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Emoni Bates recently signed a two-way deal with the organization. The 19-year-old has been putting together some strong performances during the Summer League. On Monday, Bates finished 7-of-11 from the floor with 21 points, four rebounds, and oneassist in the win over the Memphis Grizzlies. He also played well on defense with […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoSam Merrill Drops 27 Points
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill put on a show during Monday's Summer League matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 27-year-old is trying to earn a spot on the roster and performances like this are going to help his chances. Merrill shot 8-for-11 from the floor, accumulating 27 points, two rebounds, and two assists in the […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoTaylor Hendricks, Brice Sensabaugh Remain Out
Utah Jazz forwards Taylor Hendricks (hamstring) and Brice Sensabaugh (knee) are both listed as out for Monday's Summer League matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Both players are dealing with lingering injuries and the team continues to bring them along slowly. Sensabaugh is recovering from left knee surgery, so it's uncertain if he's going to play […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoLuka Samanic Uncertain For Monday
Utah Jazz forward Luka Samanic (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's Summer League matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 23-year-old is dealing with a right knee contusion, so the team will likely wait until closer to tip-off before making a final decision. Samanic looked solid during all three of the Jazz's games during the […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoChet Holmgren Could Miss The Rest Of Summer League
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren hasn't suffered an injury, but the team might decide to shut him down for the rest of the Summer League. Thunder Summer League coach Kameron Woods said the organization is unsure when Holmgren is going to play again. The Thunder selected Holmgren with the No. 2 overall pick during […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoRoyce O'Neale Gets Guaranteed Contract
Brooklyn Nets forward Royce O'Neale had his contract guaranteed by the organization on Monday. The 30-year-old is set to make $9.5 million for the upcoming 2023-2024 campaign. O'Neale gives the Nets another versatile playmaker and reliable defender on the perimeter. The expectation is that Mikal Bridges and Cameron Johnson are going to start on the […]
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