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Jacob deGrom Scheduled To Play Catch
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (elbow) is scheduled to play catch at some point this week. The stud right-hander was recently placed on the injured list due to right elbow inflammation. The Rangers haven't given a clear timetable of when deGrom will be able to get back on the field. The fact he's going […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoGary Sanchez Opts Out Of Contract
San Francisco Giants catcher Gary Sanchez has decided to opt-out of his contract with the team. The 30-year-old signed with the team following spring training, but had an opt-out clause if he wasn't promoted to the big league roster by May 1. Unsurprisingly, Sanchez has decided to move on from the Giants and attempt to […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoAledmys Diaz Lands On Injured List
Oakland Athletics infielder Aledmys Diaz (hamstring) has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 30. The 32-year-old was forced to exit early during Saturday's game due to a left hamstring strain. The team was calling it a day-to-day issue, but they decided to place Diaz on the injured list. In a corresponding […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoTyrone Taylor Activated, Starting On Tuesday
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Tyrone Taylor (elbow) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. That is great news after it was reported Taylor was expected to get back on the field this week. He has been sidelined all of April due to a right elbow sprain. In a corresponding move, outfielder Blake Perkins […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoTyler Stephenson Absent From Tuesday's Lineup
Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the San Diego Padres. Normally, Stephenson serves as the designated hitter or plays first base whenever he's not behind the plate. However, it appears the team is going to give Stephenson a rest day on Tuesday. The expectation is that […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoCorbin Carroll Remains Out On Tuesday
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll (knee) remains out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Texas Rangers. Carroll will miss his second straight game after suffering a left knee contusion over the weekend. The 22-year-old was scheduled to undergo a precautionary MRI on Monday. The team hasn't given any updates on Carroll, so […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoBrandon Pfaadt To Debut On Wednesday
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt is officially being called up to make to his big league debut against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. The 24-year-old nearly made the MLB roster out of camp this season. So far, he's posted a 3.91 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and a 30/6 K/BB ratio over five starts in Triple-A. […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoShohei Ohtani Resting On Tuesday
Los Angeles Angels pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is getting a rest day on Tuesday. The left-handed slugger will sit out of Tuesday's contest against the St. Louis Cardinals. It's the first rest day for Ohtani since April 12, so a much deserved day off for the superstar slugger. So far this season, Ohtani is slashing […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoDe'Aaron Fox Won't Require Surgery
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (finger) won't need surgery this offseason. The 25-year-old suffered a fractured left index finger during the postseason. Despite that, Fox continued to play and was excellent for the Kings in the playoffs. Sadly, it wasn't enough for them to get out of the first round. The good news is, Fox […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoMo Bamba Questionable For Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers center Mo Bamba (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's Game 1 against the Golden State Warriors. The big man is dealing with left ankle soreness, so the team will likely wait until closer to game time before making a final decision. Bamba has played a total of nine minutes during the […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoHarrison Barnes Wants To Remain With Kings
Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes would like to remain with the organization going forward. The 30-year-old was asked about his future of the team following their playoff series loss to the Golden State Warriors. Barnes said that he understands it's a business, but he'd like to continue with this group going forward. Barnes saw his […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJimmy Butler Considered A Game-Time Decision
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's Game 2 against the New York Knicks, according to head coach Erik Spoelstra. This is tough as Butler has been red-hot in the playoffs. He suffered an ankle injury with around five minutes left in the fourth quarter on Game 1. Butler remained […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJulius Randle Considered Questionable For Game 2
New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (ankle) is listed as questionable for Game 2 against the Miami Heat on Tuesday. Randle has been dealing with a sprained left ankle, which forced him to miss Game 1 on Sunday. His absence would obviously hurt as the team is already down 1-0 in this series. Obi Toppin […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJalen Brunson Listed As Questionable For Game 2
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Miami Heat. The 26-year-old has been hot through the first six games of the playoffs. Brunson is currently the leading scorer for the Knicks in the postseason, so his absence would obviously be significant. His absence would mean […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJoel Embiid Ruled Out For Game 1
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been ruled out for Game 1 against the Boston Celtics on Monday. As expected, the superstar big man is unable to play due to a sprained right LCL. His absence will mean that Paul Reed moves into the starting five for this game. It's worth noting that Reed […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJames Paxton To Make Another Rehab Start
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher James Paxton (hamstring) will make at least one more rehab start with Triple-A Worcester. There was some hope that Paxton would jump back to the MLB with Garrett Whitlock (elbow) landing on the injured list. Despite that, Paxton is set to make another rehab start before hopefully join the team. […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoMiguel Rojas Activated From Injured List
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas (hamstring) has been activated from the 15-day injured list on Monday. This is great news considering Rojas has been sidelined since April 12 due to a left hamstring strain. It's worth noting that manager Dave Roberts mentioned Rojas won't be an everyday player upon his return. That means, fantasy […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoEnrique Hernandez Returning To The Lineup
Boston Red Sox infielder/outfielder Enrique Hernandez (ankle) is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The 31-year-old has been battling an ankle issue that has sidelined him for a couple of days. Luckily, it appears he's over that and back at shortstop on Monday versus righty Jose Berrios. Hernandez […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoTriston Casas Returning On Monday
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The left-handed slugger received a pair of rest days in order to help him get out of his slump. Casas has struggled heavily during the first month of the season. He's slashing .133/.283/.293 with […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoAaron Judge Remains Out On Monday
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (hip) is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The 31-year-old slugger will miss his fourth game in a row due to a mild right hip strain. The Yankees haven't placed Judge on the injured list yet, which means he might require one. Fantasy […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoBryce Harper Will Officially Return On Tuesday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (elbow) had a follow-up appointment on Monday with his doctor. It appears that went well as Harper has been officially cleared to return to action. The 30-year-old slugger has been cleared to make his season debut against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. He'll rejoin the team as the designated […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoIan Happ Absent On Monday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ (rest) is out of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Washington Nationals. The switch-hitting outfielder will get a routine rest day here. It's a well deserved off day considering he's only sat out twice this season. Nelson Velazquez will cover left field and bat eighth against lefty MacKenzie […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoPatrick Queen Might Be Trade Candidate
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen could be a potential trade candidate, according to The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec. It might be insane to think that the Ravens would trade the former first round pick. However, the Ravens have been dancing around the idea of picking up Queen's fifth-year option. The stud linebacker is going to need […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoAdrian Amos Could Return To Packers
Free-agent safety Adrian Amos might be back with the Green Bay Packers soon. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst told reporters they aren't closing the door on Amos returning to the team. The Packers have failed to address the safety position with Rudy Ford and Darnell Savage at the top of the depth chart. Amos has […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoIrv Smith Jr. Expected To Be Starter
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Irv Smith Jr. is expected to be the primary option at tight end for this offense heading into next season. It was a bit surprising to see the Bengals pass on drafting a tight end during the most recent NFL Draft. Hayden Hurst left for the Carolina Panthers in free agency. […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoChad Ryland Could Win Kicking Job
New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland appears to have a legitimate shot at winning the starting job in training camp. The Pats selected Ryland in the fourth-round of the most recent NFL Draft. The Maryland product landed 19-of-23 field goals last season, while only missing one extra point attempt. It's worth noting that the Patriots […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoBengals Committed To Joe Mixon
Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon is expected to remain the workhorse back for the team heading into next season. Head coach Zac Taylor confirmed that Mixon's future is with the Bengals. This comes after the Bengals drafted Chase Brown in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Illinois product appears to be […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoJosh Hader Looks Excellent On Sunday
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Josh Hader was asked to shut the door versus the San Francisco Giants on Sunday. The lefty reliever had no issues here as he made easy work of the three batters he faced. It has been a high scoring weekend series in Mexico City, but that didn't matter to Hader. […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoCarlos Estevez Collects Sixth Save
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Carlos Estevez was called upon to hold a three-run lead against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. The righty reliever continued his strong beginning to the season with another perfect ninth inning appearance. He earned his sixth save of the season, tightening his grasp on the closer job. It's worth noting […]
Andy Webb 2 years agoMike Yastrzemski Suffers Injury On Sunday
San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski (hamstring) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the San Diego Padres. He suffered a left hamstring strain while diving in an attempt to make a catch on Matt Carpenter's go-ahead two-run double. The severity of the injury is unknown, so it's unclear how much time Yastrzemski […]
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