Andrew Kittredge Notches Two-Inning Save

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Andrew Kittredge struck out two over two scoreless innings to earn the save during Saturday's 4-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He entered the game in the eighth inning and recorded the final six outs to lock down his fourth save of the season. The 31-year-old continues to be the most […]

Michael Wacha Strikes Out Six In No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Michael Wacha allowed one earned run on three hits and two walks while striking out six across 4 1/3 inning during Saturday's 4-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He did not factor into the decision but had his best start in August by limiting the Orioles to one just earned run. […]

Randy Arozarena Launches Two-Run Homer Saturday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Saturday's 4-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He slugged an opposite-field two-run go-ahead shot off Orioles pitcher Cole Sulser to right field to give the Rays a 4-3 lead in the eighth inning. It was his first long ball since August […]

Deshaun Watson Rumored To Be Dealt To Miami or Carolina

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is rumored to be traded to the Miami Dolphins or Carolina Panthers per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. "The two finalists are believed to be the Panthers and the Dolphins," said Florio. Watson remains on the active roster for the Texans, but he attends meetings and barely practices. The […]

Jordan Love Will Start The Preseason Finale Vs Buffalo

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (shoulder) will start in Saturday's preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills. He's officially back after missing the previous preseason game due to a minor shoulder strain. He initially suffered the injury in the preseason opener against the Houston Texans. The 22-year-old could play into the third quarter on Saturday, […]

Emmanuel Sanders Expected To Make Buffalo Debut Saturday

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (foot) is expected to play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Green Bay Packers. He is dealing with a lingering foot issue and has been in and out of practice during training camp. The 34-year-old signed with the Buffalo during the offseason to replace departed John Brown. Sanders was […]

Kadarius Toney Not Expected To Play Sunday

New York Giants wide receiver Kadarius Toney (undisclosed) is not expected to play in the preseason finale Sunday against the New England Patriots. The rookie wideout continues to work on the sidelines and will have missed all three games this preseason. It's been a rough start for the 22-year-old, who missed the start of training […]

Gardner Minshew II Traded To The Eagles

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded quarterback Gardner Minshew II to the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2022 conditional sixth-round draft pick. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the sixth-round pick could be a fifth-rounder if Minshew plays in 50% of the plays in three games in 2021. The 25-year-old was competing with C.J. Beathard for the Jaguars […]

Chris Mazza Notches First Save, Optioned To Triple-A

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Chris Mazza allowed one earned run on two hits and no walks while striking out one over three innings during Friday's 6-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He secured his first save of the season. The 31-year-old was optioned to Triple-A Durham after the game. Mazza cruised through three innings on […]

Mike Zunino Launches 27th Home Run On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run during Friday's 6-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He belted a three-run shot off Orioles pitcher Tan Scott in the seventh inning, extending the Rays lead 6-2. The towering blast measured 453 feet with an exit velocity of 112.4 MPH. Zunino has […]

Shane McClanahan Improves to 9-4

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (9-4) allowed two earned runs on eight hits while striking out four across six innings during Friday's 6-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He picked up his ninth win of the season on Friday. His only mistake was surrendering a two-run shot to Orioles outfielder Austin Hays in the […]

Evan Engram Dealing With Minor Injury, Practices Friday

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (undisclosed) participated in Friday's practice after working on the sidelines during Thursday's session. The 26-year-old reportedly is dealing with a minor injury as he was limited on Wednesday and missed Thursday's practice. He is expected to play in the preseason finale against the New England Patriots. Engram finished […]

Kenny Golladay Won’t Play Sunday Vs. The Patriots

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the New England Patriots, per head coach Joe Judge. He was seen working on the side with the trainers during Friday's practice. The former Detroit Lion has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since August 3. He continues to be […]

Saquon Barkley Won’t Play In The Preseason Finale

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) will not play in the final preseason game against the New England Patriots. He will dress and go through warmups but will miss Sunday's contest. The 24-year-old participated in 11-on-11 drills in Thursday's joint practice with the Patriots. He is making significant strides in his recovery from […]

Jameis Winston Named Saints Starting QB

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston has been named the team's starting QB for the regular-season opener against the Green Bay Packers. He's impressed this preseason, completing 16-for-22 passes for 219 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception through two games, including a 43-yard touchdown bomb to wide receiver Marquez Callaway. The former No.1 overall pick […]

K.J. Hamler Not Expected To Play In Preseason Finale

Denver Broncos wide receiver KJ Hamler (illness) is unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason against the Los Angeles Rams. He is dealing with a non-COVID-19-related illness and has been unable to practice this week. "He's just sick, he's a lot better today," said head coach Vic Fangio. The 22-year-old recorded 30 catches (56 targets) for […]

Marvin Jones Jr. Expected To Play In Week 1

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. (shoulder) is expected to play in the regular-season opener against the Houston Texans. The 31-year-old sustained an AC sprain Monday's 23-21 preseason loss to the New Orleans. "He should be ready for the September 12 regular-season opener at Houston," per head coach Urban Meyer. Jones hauled in 76 […]

Noah Fant Won’t Play In Preseason Finale Vs. The Rams

Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant (lower left leg) will not play in the preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams. He missed a few days of practice due to a leg injury. The 23-year-old is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener against the New York Giants. Fant played 21 offensive snaps and […]

Gavin Lux Optioned To Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Gavin Lux and infielder/outfielder Matt Beaty were to optioned Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday. Mookie Betts was activated from the 10-day injured list, and pitcher Darien Nunez was recalled in corresponding moves. Lux sat the bench for five straight games and made a pinch-hitting appearance in the previous contest. The 23-year-old […]

Brad Hand Placed On The Bereavement List

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Brad Hand was placed on the bereavement list Thursday. His grandfather passed away, and he will miss anywhere from 3-to-7 days. The southpaw has struggled in August, owning a 6.43 ERA, 1.57 WHIP, and 3.9 HR/9 over seven innings During the month. The Blue Jays acquired Hand at the trade deadline. […]

Lewis Brinson Injures Thumb After Collision

Miami Marlins outfielder Lewis Brinson (thumb) exited Thursday's game against the Washington Nationals with a left thumb sprain. He collided with Bryan De La Cruz in the outfield and left the game shortly after. The 27-year-old went 0-for-2 with a run scored and a strikeout before exiting. Brinson's x-rays on his thumb came back negative […]

Bobby Witt Jr., Nick Pratto Appear Major League Ready

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. and first baseman Nick Pratto have been on fire in Triple-A and "look ready now" for the majors. Witt Jr. is slashing .299/.356/.628 with 12 doubles, 11 home runs, 29 RBI over 32 games in Triple-A. Royals general manager called Witt Jr. "the best player in all of […]

Mookie Betts Officially Activated From The IL

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts (hip) was officially activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Thursday's game against the San Diego Padres. He is batting third while playing right field on Thursday. The 28-year-old spent nearly two weeks on the injured list with a hip injury. Betts could see more days off in […]

Ryan Santoso Traded To The Panthers

The New York Giants traded kicker Ryan Santoso to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a conditional seventh-round pick. The 26-year-old will compete with Joey Slye for the Panthers starting kicker job. Santoso has had a strong training camp, but the Giants have Graham Gano locked in as the team's starting kicker. He hit both […]

Javian Hawkins Signs With The Titans

Free-agent running back Javian Hawkins signed with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday. The Atlanta Falcons recently released him. The 21-year-old will compete for a roster spot on the RB depth chart with Brian Hill, Jeremy McNichols, and Mekhi Sargent. Hawkins averaged 5.8 yards per carry in each of his last two seasons in Louisville. He […]

Saquon Barkley Participates In 11-On-11 Drills

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) participated in 11-on-11 drills during Thursday's joint practice with the New England Patriots. He was in a red no-contact jersey and "felt good" afterward. "Really didn't think about it at all," said Barkley. The former first-rounder had eight live reps and caught three passes. Barkley is making […]

Kenny Golladay Not Practicing Thursday

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hamstring) is not practicing on Thursday and is back with the injured players. He's been sidelined since August 3 due to a hamstring injury. Golladay is expected to be held out for the preseason finale against the New England Patriots. The former Detroit Lion has missed valuable time […]

Ryan Tannehill Placed On The Reserve/COVID-19 List

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill was placed on the reserve/COVID list on Thursday. He is expected to be out for the next 5-to-10 days. The Titans are dealing with at least three COVID cases, and Tannehill was listed as one of them. He should be back with the team soon, but the 33-year-old will likely […]

Cam Newton Returns To Practice Thursday

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton will return to practice Thursday, per head coach Bill Belichick. He was held out of practice the last few days due to a COVID-19 "misunderstanding." The 32-year-old's absence allowed rookie QB Mac Jones to thrive in practice. Jones completed 35 of 40 passes against the New York Giants' starting […]

Nelson Agholor Exits Wednesday’s Practice Early

New England Patriots wide receiver Nelson Agholor (undisclosed) left Wednesday's practice early. He headed to the locker room early with OL Isaiah Wynn and did not return. It reportedly could be related to the heat as the temperature was around 90 degrees. The 28-year-old is expected to practice on Thursday, but his status for the […]