Justin Fields Will Practice Thursday

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (groin) will practice Thursday. He sat out Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury. The Bears are being cautious with their rookie QB, and it will be a light day for Fields on Thursday. The plan is for the 2021 first-round pick to play in the team's second preseason game […]

Austin Meadows Drives In Two Runs Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Austin Meadows went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI during Thursday's 8-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He hit a sacrifice fly in the seventh inning to give the Rays a 7-2 lead. The 26-year-old slapped a ground-rule double to left field in the eighth frame driving in his second […]

Ryan Yarbrough Blanks The Orioles For Win Number Seven

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (7-4) allowed one hit while striking out three across five scoreless innings during Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He didn't walk anyone and earned his seventh win of the season on Wednesday. The southpaw was reinstated from the COVID-19 IL and is expected to follow an opener […]

J.P. Feyereisen, Ryan Thompson Set For Rehab Assignment

Tampa Bay Rays pitchers J.P. Feyereisen (shoulder) and Ryan Thompson (shoulder) are slated to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham. Both pitchers will likely need multiple appearances in Triple-A before being activated and have a decent chance of returning to the Rays bullpen by the end of August. Feyereisen has been sidelined since July […]

Pete Fairbanks Will Throw Bullpen Session Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session on Thursday in Port Charlotte. Barring any setbacks, he could head to Triple-A soon. The right-hander felt good after his bullpen session on Saturday and is trending in the right direction. Tampa Bay dealt Diego Castillo to the Seattle Mariners at the MLB […]

Julio Urias Throws Simulated Game, Could Be Activated Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias (calf) threw a simulated game on Wednesday. All reportedly went well with his simulated game, and Urias could be activated from the 10-day injured list next Tuesday. The southpaw has been terrific in 2021, owning a (13-3) record along with a 3.29 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 149 strikeouts across […]

Anthony DeSclafani Scheduled For MRI Thursday

San Francisco Giants pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (ankle) will undergo an MRI on Thursday. He exited his start on Wednesday against the New York Mets due to right ankle discomfort. The 31-year-old allowed one hit and one walk while striking out one across 1 1/3 innings before exiting. He reportedly was moving around pretty good after […]

Danny Duffy To Be Used As A Multi-Inning Reliever

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Danny Duffy (forearm) will be used as a multi-inning reliever once activated from the 60-day injured list, per manager Dave Roberts. He won't be eligible to return until September 15. The southpaw has been sidelined since mid-July with a left flexor strain. Duffy has been effective as both a starter and […]

Akil Baddoo, Derek Hill Set For Rehab Assignment Wednesday

Detroit Tigers outfielder Akil Baddoo (concussion) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday. He was placed on the 7-day concussion list after colliding with Derek Hill in the outfield last week. Hill and Baddoo will both begin their rehab assignments on Wednesday that could last through the weekend. Barring a setback, both […]

Yonathan Daza Lands On The Injured List

Colorado Rockies outfielder Yonathan Daza (hand) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday. Pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez was activated in a corresponding move. The severity of Daza's hand injury is unknown at this time, and he will miss at least the next 10 days. The 27-year-old was activated from the COVID-19 list two weeks […]

Francisco Lindor Faces Live Pitching Tuesday

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (oblique) faced live pitching on Tuesday. He reportedly could be activated from the injured list next week. The former Cleveland Guardian has been sidelined since mid-July with a Grade 2 oblique strain. Lindor will continue to participate in baseball activities and could begin a rehab assignment soon. The 27-year-old […]

Chris Ellis Designated For Assignment, Ryan Yarbrough Reinstated

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Chris Ellis was designated for assignment on Wednesday. Right-hander Ryan Yarbrough was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list in a corresponding move. Ellis was impressive in his debut by shutting down the Orioles over four innings to pick up his first career win on Wednesday. Despite the terrific performance, the 28-year-old […]

Luke Weaver Set For Rehab Start Friday

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Luke Weaver (shoulder) will make a second rehab start Friday for Triple-A Reno. He's been sidelined since mid-May with a right rotator cuff strain. The 27-year-old is expected to throw 70 pitches on Friday. Weaver owns a 4.50 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, and 38 strikeouts over 40 innings in 2021. Fantasy managers in […]

Byron Buxton Scheduled For Live BP

Minnesota Twins Byron Buxton (finger) will participate in live batting practice at the Twins' Triple-A affiliate in St. Paul on Thursday. He's been sidelined since June 21 with a boxer's fracture in his left hand. The 27-year-old could begin a rehab assignment if everything checks out after his live batting practice session. Buxton is slashing […]

Randy Arozarena Collects Four Hits On Tuesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena went 4-for-5 with a double and two runs scored during Tuesday's 10-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He's been on in August and has now logged multi-hit efforts in six of his last 10 games. The 2020 ALCS MVP is slashing .514/.564/.886 with five doubles, two home runs, six […]

Chris Ellis Fans Seven In First Career Win

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Chris Ellis (1-0) allowed three hits and one walk while striking out seven across four scoreless innings during Tuesday's 10-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He made his season debut and picked up his first career win on Tuesday. The 28-year-old was impressive in his debut by shutting down the Orioles […]

Mike Zunino Homers In Five Straight

Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run during Tuesday's 10-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He blasted a two-run shot off Orioles ace John Means in the fourth inning for his 26th long ball of the season. The 30-year-old has now homered in five straight contests. He is one […]

Nelson Cruz Crushes A Pair Of Homers, Drives In Five Runs

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz went 2-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI during Tuesday's 10-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. He belted a three-run homer in the fifth inning and two-run home run in the sixth frame to plate five runs in Tuesday's win. The Boomstick has now homered seven times […]

Tejay Antone Could Return Tuesday

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Tejay Antone (forearm) could return from the 10-day injured list next Tuesday. He's been sidelined with a strained forearm since late June. The 27-year-old will throw back-to-back Wednesday and Thursday at Louisville. He will get two days off and make another appearance over the weekend. According to manager David Bell, the Reds […]

Sam Coonrod and Freddy Galvis Set For Rehab Assignments

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Sam Coonrod (elbow) and second baseman Freddy Galvis (quad) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday. Coonrod has been sidelined since June 25 with right forearm tendinitis. He was cleared to resume throwing and, barring a setback, could be activated next week. The 28-year-old owns a 4.18 ERA, […]

Chi Chi Gonzalez Will Start Wednesday Vs. The Padres

Colorado Rockies pitcher Chi Chi Gonzalez (illness) will return from the COVID-19 list and start Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres. He will fill in for Austin Gomber, who was placed on the paternity list Tuesday. The 29-year-old has struggled this season, owning a 6.06 ERA, 1.46 WHIP, and 53 strikeouts across 90 2/3 […]

Jordan Montgomery reinstated from COVID-IL, Fans Six

New York Yankees pitcher Jordan Montgomery was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list Tuesday and threw 78 pitches in his return. He allowed three earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six across 4 2/3 innings during Game 1 of Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Boston Red Sox. The southpaw did […]

Jordan Hicks Throws Bullpen Session Monday

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jordan Hicks (elbow) threw a bullpen session at Busch Stadium on Monday. It was the first time he's thrown since landing on the 10-day injured list with right elbow inflammation. The Cardinals right-hander has been sidelined since early May and reportedly was uncertain to return this season. Hicks is trending in […]

David Dahl Signs Minor-League Deal With Milwaukee

Free-agent outfielder David Dahl signed a minor-league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. He was released by the Texas Rangers at the beginning of August and ultimately signed with the Brewers. The 27-year-old has struggled in 2021, slashing .210/.247/.322 with four homers, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored, and two stolen bases over 63 games. […]

Saquon Barkley Returns To Team Drills

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) participated in 7-on-7 drills while wearing a red non-contact jersey. He was running sprints of his own on the other end of the field. According to head coach Joe Judge, the star running back will do more this week before practice. Barkley still won't be participating in […]

Jamal Adams Signs Four-Year Extension With Seattle

The Seattle Seahawks signed defensive back Jamal Adams to a four-year, $70 million extension on Tuesday. The deal includes a $38 million guaranteed. The Seahawks traded two first-round picks to acquire Adams from the New York Jets in 2020. Adams was a candidate for the franchise tag and considered holding out. The 25-year-old reportedly was […]

Mike Williams Won’t Practice This Week

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (hip) won't participate in practice this week, per head coach Brandon Staley. He exited last Wednesday's practice with a hip flexor and has been unable to practice since. The 26-year-old is not expected to suit up for the next preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. Williams is […]

Tim Tebow Released By The Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars released tight end Tim Tebow on Tuesday. The 34-year-old former QB signed with Jacksonville during the offseason to reinvent himself as a tight end. He was reunited with former old head coach at the University of Florida and the Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer. Tebow's experiment at the tight end did not […]

Alfred Morris Released By The Giants

The New York Giants released running back Alfred Morris on Tuesday. He re-signed with Giants two weeks ago but ultimately ended up being waived. The 32-year-old had modest success last season and had averaged 4.2 yards per carry. Morris logged 55 carries for 238 rushing yards and one touchdown over nine games for the Giants […]

Justin Jefferson Returns To Practice

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (shoulder) returned to practice on a limited basis Monday. He sprained the AC joint on his left shoulder on August 6 but logged a limited session on Monday. According to head coach Mike Zimmer, Jefferson's injury wasn't severe, and he could suit up in the Vikings' next preseason game […]