Tarik Skubal Throws Batting Practice Session

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (elbow) threw 20-25 pitches during a live batting practice session on Friday. He faced four batters and didn't give up any hard contact. The left-hander underwent flexor tendon surgery last August. Before that, Skubal had a 3.52 ERA and 1.16 WHIP with an even more impressive 24.5% strikeout rate […]

Yandy Diaz Returning On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Diaz (personal) is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He missed the last few games while dealing with a personal matter. He'll bat leadoff and cover first base versus right-hander Noah Syndergaard on Friday. Luke Raley will shift to right field with Diaz […]

Jose Iglesias Elects Free Agency

San Diego Padres shortstop Jose Iglesias has exercised his opt-out clause in his contract and will look to play elsewhere. The 33-year-old signed a minor-league deal with the Padres about a month ago. It appears he's ready to look for another organization after not being called up to the majors. He decided to opt-out of […]

Ramon Urias Activated From Injured List

Baltimore Orioles infielder Ramon Urias (hamstring) has been activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. The 28-year-old has been sidelined most of the month due to a lingering hamstring strain. Before that, Urias was slashing .278/.375/.381 with a home run, 16 RBI in 27 games. It's uncertain if he's in Friday's lineup for their […]

Clayton Kershaw Activated From Bereavement List

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw has been activated from the bereavement list on Friday. The left-hander was away from the team this week due to a personal matter. He's expected to return on Saturday and take the ball against the Tampa Bay Rays. Kershaw holds a 2.98 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 69/14 K/BB […]

Anthony Firkser Signs With Patriots

The New England Patriots have reached a deal with free-agent tight end Anthony Firkser. The details of the deal are unknown, but it's assumed to be a one-year deal on league minimum. Most recently, Firkser played with the Atlanta Falcons in 2022-2023. He finished with nine receptions for 100 yards in 11 games with the […]

Tony Jefferson Retires From NFL

Free safety Tony Jefferson has decided to retire from playing in the NFL on Thursday. The 31-year-old registered 31 tackles in nine games with the New York Giants last season. He missed a majority of the season due to a foot injury. He spent most of his career as a member of the Arizona Cardinals […]

Malik Cunningham Could See Significant Involvement

New England Patriots quarterback Malik Cunningham could find himself with a legitimate role in the offense this upcoming season. The undrafted quarterback was given $200,000 guaranteed, so he's likely to be involved in some way. The Patriots struggled in third-and-short situations last season. Cunningham rushed for over 3,000 yards during his time at Louisville. That […]

Tyjae Spears Signs Rookie Contract

Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears has signed his rookie contract with the organization. That means, the 22-year-old is locked in a four-year deal with the team after being taken in the third round of this year's NFL Draft. The expectation is that Spears is going to compete for the third-down spot on the roster. […]

Raekwon McMillan To Miss 2023 Season

New England Patriots linebacker Raekwon McMillan (Achilles) is expected to miss the entire 2023 season after suffering an injury in practice. The 27-year-old has been diagnosed with a torn Achilles tendon. It's worth noting that it's a partially torn tendon, but it's still expected to cost him the entire season. The former second round pick […]

Kyle Lowry Starting In Game 5

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry will move into the starting five for Thursday's Game 5 versus the Boston Celtics. This was expected after Gabe Vincent (ankle) was ruled out earlier in the day. Lowry began the season as the starting point guard, but was mainly used off the bench during the second half of the […]

Derrick Rose Likely To Become Free Agent

New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose is most likely going to become a free agent this summer. The veteran guard has a $15.6 million team option for the 2023-2024 campaign. That is quite a lot of money for a player that the Knicks rarely used last season. Rose averaged 5.6 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.7 […]

Immanuel Quickley Could Get Significant Extension

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley was a significant part of the rotation throughout this past season. The 23-year-old averaged 14.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 81 games. He was a finalist for Sixth Man of the Year, which should help him in contract discussions. Quickley is still under contract for one more […]

Knicks Give Praise To Julius Randle

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle has been a big reason why the Knicks had so much success this past season. The 28-year-old averaged 25.1 points, 10 rebounds, and 4.1 assists through 77 games. The Knicks front office recently praised Randle for his toughness and ability to stay on the court. Randle has played 71 […]

LeBron James Could Need Surgery

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) recently saw his 2022-2023 season come to an end when LA was swept 4-0 by the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the playoffs. It is now being reported that James played the last few months of the season with a torn tendon in his foot. It […]

Kyrie Irving In No Rush To Sign

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is set to become a free agent this offseason. The 31-year-old recently said that he's in no rush to make a decision on his free agency. Irving started the season with the Brooklyn Nets before being traded mid-way to the Mavericks. Sadly, the duo of Luka Doncic and Irving didn't […]

Dwight Howard Wants To Play In NBA Again

Free-agent center Dwight Howard reportedly isn't done playing and would love to finish off his career in the NBA. The veteran big man said he'd love to join an NBA organization and compete for a championship again. Howard last played for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2021-2022 season. He played in Taiwan this past […]

Austin Reaves Expected To Have Significant Market

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is set to become a restricted free agent once the season concludes. It is being reported that Reaves is expected to receive significant interest and potential offer sheets from several teams this summer. He's not currently allowed to talk about it publicly, but Reaves having a big market isn't […]

Gabe Vincent Considered Questionable For Game 5

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (ankle) is considered questionable for Game 5 against the Boston Celtics on Thursday. Vincent rolled his ankle about halfway through the fourth quarter of Tuesday's contest. He did return to the game after a brief stint in the locker room. However, he checked out of the game after a minute […]

Sixers Could Move On From James Harden

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden could be headed elsewhere next season. The 33-year-old is eligible for a four-year, $200-plus million deal this offseason. Recent reports are saying the Sixers aren't motivated to sign Harden to a mega deal. That's not shocking considering the disappointing way the 2022-2023 season ended for Philly. The organization could decide […]

Brent Rooker Absent On Wednesday

Oakland Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker is absent from Wednesday's starting lineup versus the Seattle Mariners. The right-handed slugger started off red-hot to begin the season, but has cooled down lately. He's hitting .200 (16-for-80) with just two homers and a 30/10 K/BB in May. That being said, it's not shocking to see the A's giving […]

Julio Urias To Throw Bullpen Session Later This Week

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias (hamstring) is expected to throw a bullpen session later this week. Manager Dave Roberts said Urias will resume throwing on either Friday or Saturday of this week. The left-hander was placed on the injured list Saturday with a hamstring strain. The hope is that it's not going to […]

Joc Pederson Hasn't Resumed Swinging Yet

San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson (hand) was placed on the injured list last week. Manager Gabe Kapler said his grip strength is improving, but Pederson has not resumed swinging the bat yet. He did mention that he believes Pederson is a few days away from swinging again. Pederson is dealing with a right hand […]

Triston McKenzie To Make Rehab Start On Thursday

Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Triston McKenzie (shoulder) is scheduled to make his next rehab start on Thursday for Triple-A Columbus. The right-hander was able to throw 56 pitches over the weekend during his first rehab appearance. McKenzie has been sidelined since spring training due to a right shoulder strain. It sounds like McKenzie could make […]

Mickey Moniak Receives Rest Day

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. This is a tough decision given the fact that Moniak has been one of the hottest hitters in baseball. He's hitting .419 (13-for-31) with four homers and seven RBI in 10 games since being called […]

Austin Pruitt Named Opener Versus Mariners

Oakland Athletics pitcher Austin Pruitt will serve as the opener for Wednesday's matchup against the Seattle Mariners. The A's have decided to shake it up and have Pruitt take the ball to begin the game. He's expected to go an inning or two before handing the ball off to Ken Waldichuk. The expectation is that […]

Alex Verdugo Sitting Out On Wednesday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo is out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. This appears to be a routine rest day for Verdugo, so it doesn't sound like he re-aggravated his groin issue. Manager Alex Cora is deciding to play matchups and has Raimel Tapia in right field […]

Ty France Absent On Wednesday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (wrist) is being held out of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. France left early during Tuesday's game after being hit by a pitch in the wrist. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative, so it sounds like he's only dealing with a wrist contusion. The […]

Kris Bryant Gets Rest Day On Tuesday

Colorado Rockies third baseman Kris Bryant is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins. This appears to be a routine day off for the right-handed slugger. In his place, Randal Grichuk will cover right field and bat cleanup versus righty Eury Perez. Fantasy managers should expect Bryant to be back […]

Michael Harris II Sitting Out On Tuesday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II is out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Braves manager Brian Snitker mentioned he wants to give Harris a breather and allow him a chance to relax and slow things down a bit. The 22-year-old is slashing .163/.242/.244 with one home run, five […]