Jarred Kelenic To Platoon In Left Field In 2024

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jarred Kelenic has been told he will be in a platoon in left field alongside the newly-signed Adam Duvall this upcoming season. Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos said earlier in the offseason he was leaning toward playing Kelenic every day in left after acquiring him in a trade from the […]

Adam Duvall Inks One-Year Deal With Braves

Free-agent outfielder Adam Duvall has signed a one-year, $3 million deal to return to the Atlanta Braves. This marks the veteran's third career stint with the Braves after spending parts of four seasons with them from 2018-2021 before returning for 86 games in the 2022 season after being traded to the Marlins in 2021. Most […]

John Marino Out On Thursday

New Jersey Devils defenseman John Marino (upper body) will not suit up for Thursday's game against the Dallas Stars. The right-shot blue-liner is sidelined with an upper-body injury, even after logging 24:58 of ice time as part of a 3-1 loss to the Rangers on Monday. A quality two-way defender, Marino has tallied four goals […]

Bobby McMann Inks Two-Year Extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Bobby McMann to a two-year, $2.7 million contract extension. The late-blooming 27-year-old has been a valuable bottom-six winger for the team of late, netting 10 goals in 40 games on the season, including eight goals over his last 14 contests despite skating on the third line. McMann has […]

Sam Bennett, Evan Rodrigues Out For Panthers Thursday

Florida Panthers forwards Sam Bennett and Evan Rodrigues will both miss Thursday's road game versus the Carolina Hurricanes. Head coach Paul Maurice doesn't appear to be worried about either player. "It's day to day," the bench boss said after the morning skate on Thursday. "We will reevaluate them for the Tampa Bay game on Saturday." […]

Jake Allen To Make Devils Debut Thursday

New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen will make his team debut Thursday versus the Dallas Stars. The veteran netminder was acquired from the Montreal Canadiens prior to the March 8 NHL trade deadline but was unable to play until this point due to visa issues. "He's a veteran guy," Devils coach Travis Green said. "A […]

Mitch Marner Remains Out Thursday

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (lower body) will not suit up for Thursday's road game against the Philadelphia Flyers. The veteran suffered a lower-body injury on an awkward fall while attempting a shot on goal in a 4-1 loss to the Boston Bruins on March 7 and missed Saturday's game against the Montreal Canadiens, […]

Marat Khusnutdinov To Make NHL Debut Thursday

Minnesota Wild forward prospect Marat Khusnutdinov will make his NHL debut on Thursday versus the visiting Anaheim Ducks. The 21-year-old signed a two-year entry-level contract on Feb. 28 and had to wait for visa issues to be resolved prior to coming overseas. A second-round pick by the club in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, Khusnutdinov […]

Padres Acquire Dylan Cease From White Sox

The San Diego Padres have acquired star right-hander Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox. The 28-year-old's name has been a staple in the rumor mill this offseason with Cease being connected to a number of teams. Ultimately, it's the Padres who have acquired the 2022 AL Cy Young runner-up. Cease worked to a 2.20 […]

Casey DeSmith To Get The Starting Nod Wednesday

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Casey DeSmith is the starting goaltender for Wednesday's contest versus the visiting Colorado Avalanche. The 32-year-old should be in for considerable action with Thatcher Demko listed as week to week with a lower-body injury. DeSmith has been mediocre this season as he sports a 2.85 goals-against average and an .898 save percentage […]

Tyler Myers Could Return Wednesday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (lower body) could return to the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the visiting Colorado Avalanche. The veteran returned to practice on Tuesday after suffering a lower-body injury against the L.A. Kings on Feb. 29 and has missed the past four games. The hulking 6-foot-8 rear guard has recorded four goals […]

Jonas Siegenthaler Out With Concussion

New Jersey Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler is out indefinitely with a concussion suffered when he was elbowed in the head by New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe on Monday. Rempe was suspended four games for the incident. The 26-year-old is a key piece of the Devils' blueline, even if he doesn't offer much at the […]

Pat Maroon Remains Week-To-Week For Bruins

Boston Bruins forward Pat Maroon remains week to week after undergoing back surgery on Feb. 7 while with the Minnesota Wild. The Bruins acquired the veteran prior to the March 8 trade deadline in exchange for a sixth-round pick in 2026 along with forward prospect Luke Toporowski. "He's not even skating yet, so it's week […]

Thatcher Demko To Return Before Postseason

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko is listed as week to week with a lower-body injury but will return before postseason play begins. "Yes. I'm not worried about that at all," Canucks coach Rick Tocchet said about Demko's availability for the postseason. The 28-year-old leads the NHL with 34 wins on the season, his seventh in […]

Michael King Excelling In Cactus League Action

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King has been very good in limited Cactus League action this spring. The 28-year-old has yet to allow an earned runs with four strikeouts against zero walks in five frames to begin his spring. Acquired from the Yankees in a trade that sent superstar Juan Soto to the Bronx, King worked […]

Jordan Romano Looking Good In Grapefruit League Action

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jordan Romano has enjoyed a nice spring to this point as he prepares for the 2024 campaign. The right-hander has worked in five games so far, tossing a 2.08 ERA with six strikeouts in 4 1/3 innings of action. He has walked two hitters while limiting the opposition to a minuscule […]

Aaron Hicks Participates In Minor-League Game Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Aaron Hicks took part in an intrasquad game on Wednesday after he was scratched on Monday due to general soreness. Hicks landed with the Angels on a league-minimum deal this winter after he enjoyed a big season following a move to the Orioles last season. After struggling to a .188 average […]

Griffin Canning To Throw In Minor-League Game Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Griffin Canning is scheduled to pitch in a minor-league game on Wednesday as he looks to continue what has been a strong spring to this point. Through three outings, the 27-year-old sports a 1.17 ERA and has eight strikeouts against four walks across 7 2/3 innings of work. All four of […]

Taj Bradley Does Not Make Tuesday's Start

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Taj Bradley did not make his scheduled start on Tuesday due to undisclosed reasons. Fellow righty Erasmo Ramirez made the start in his stead. Following the departure of Tyler Glasnow via trade and the injuries to Jeffrey Springs and Drew Rasmussen, Bradley was in line to crack the Rays' Opening Day […]

Gregory Santos Will Not Be Ready For Opening Day

Seattle Mariners reliever Gregory Santos (lat) will not be ready for Opening Day after he suffered a lat strain and will be shut down for a few days, per manager Scott Servais. Santos has been dealing with a lat issue this spring and was reportedly progressing well in his throwing program but has apparently suffered […]

Mitch Marner Remains Day-To-Day

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner remains day-to-day after suffering a lower-body injury during a 4-1 loss to the Boston Bruins on March 7. The winger was able to finish the game but did not practice on Monday and also missed Saturday's 3-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens. "Mitch is day-to-day, unlikely to play on […]

Tomas Hertl Wishes To Be Back With Vegas In Two Weeks

Newly acquired center Tomas Hertl said he hopes to be back with the Vegas Golden Knights in about two weeks. The former Sharks pivot was surprisingly acquired by the Golden Knights on Friday in exchange for forward David Edstrom and a first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Hertl sustained a knee injury while […]

Aaron Ekblad Out At Least Two Weeks

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad is out at least two weeks due to a lower-body injury. The former first-overall pick was injured Saturday during a 5-1 win over the Calgary Flames when he collided with new teammate Vladimir Tarasenko in the first period of the victory. "[We'll use] two weeks as a starting point, and […]

Jake Guentzel Likely To Make Hurricanes Debut Tuesday

Newly acquired forward Jake Guentzel is likely to make his Carolina Hurricanes debut Tuesday versus the New York Rangers. The 29-year-old was acquired in a trade-deadline deal from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for winger Michael Bunting, prospects Vasily Ponomarev and Ville Koivunen, the rights to forward Cruz Lucius, a conditional first-round pick in the […]

Devin Williams Headed For Second Opinion On Back

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Devin Williams is headed for a second opinion on his ailing back. The club's closer will see a spine specialist this week but the club isn't overly concerned about the issue as they are being cautious with the issue. The 29-year-old took over full-time closing duties in the 2023 season, working to […]

Jackson Holliday Launches Grand Slam Sunday

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday clubbed a grand small as part of his team's 6-6 tie against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. The deep drive to right field was the first home run of Holliday's Grapefruit League action but he has enjoyed a nice start to his spring. The top prospect in baseball is […]

Oneil Cruz Enjoys Massive Day Sunday

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz had a big day at the plate on Sunday in a Grapefruit League game against the Philadelphia Phillies. The 25-year-old went 2-for-4 with a pair of home runs and four RBI, continuing what has been a big spring for the young infielder. Cruz is now hitting .278 with three homers, […]

Jackson Kowar To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

Seattle Mariners right-hander Jackson Kowar is set to undergo Tommy John surgery after feeling soreness in his right arm. The 27-year-old went to see a doctor to check on his arm issues a few days ago and the end result concludes his 2024 season before it began. Acquired in a trade with the Braves this […]

Marlins Ink Mychal Givens To Minor-League Pact

The Miami Marlins have signed reliever Mychal Givens to a minor-league deal. The veteran right-hander spent the 2023 season with the Orioles but appeared in just six games, posting a 11.25 ERA in that time. Much of his nine-year career has been spent with Baltimore but Givens has also appeared with the Rockies, Reds, Cubs, […]

Edward Cabrera Exits Early On Sunday

Miami Marlins right-hander Edward Cabrera departed his Sunday start before throwing a pitch due to right shoulder tightness. He finished his warmup tosses before trainers came out to evaluate him and he ultimately walked off the field with what the team is calling precautionary reasons. The 25-year-old has yet to allow a run across five […]