Max Scherzer and Trea Turner Officially Traded To The Dodgers

The Washington Nationals officially traded ace Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for catcher Keibert Ruiz, right-hander Josiah Gray, pitcher Gerardo Carrillo, and outfielder Donovan Casey. Scherzer agreed to waive his no-trade clause, and the deal became official. The 38-year-old ace has shown signs of slowing down, […]

Mike Moustakas Could Begin Rehab Assignment Next Week

Cincinnati Reds infielder Mike Moustakas (heel) could begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville early next week. He's been sidelined since mid-May due to a right heel contusion. The 32-year-old was shut down in June after experiencing soreness during a contest. He has been progressing a "lot quicker" and will go on a rehab assignment […]

Mike Trout Receives Encouraging MRI Results

Los Angeles outfielder Mike Trout (calf) underwent an MRI on Thursday and received encouraging results. He still isn't running and remains without a timetable for a return. The three-time MVP continues to feel soreness in his calf, which is preventing him from fully ramping up. The Angels will be cautious with their star outfielder, and […]

Terry Francona Steps Away For Remainder Of 2021

Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona is stepping away for the remainder of the season to focus on mental health issues, effective immediately. DeMarlo Hale will serve as acting manager. Tito will have his hip replaced on Monday, and 5-to-6 weeks after that he"ll have a permanent rod in his foot. When asked about his future […]

Mets Talking To Cubs About Kris Bryant and Kyle Davies

Jon Heyman of the MLB Network reports that the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs are discussing a trade involving star third baseman Kris Bryant and pitcher Kyle Davies. The 29-year-old has been rumored to be traded to the Giants, and now the Mets have thrown their name into the Bryant sweepstakes. The Cubs recently […]

Dodgers Close To Acquiring Max Scherzer and Trea Turner

Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Los Angeles Dodgers are making "significant progress" on a deal that would send them Washington Nationals ace Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner. It was reported earlier that NL West rival the San Diego Padres were close to acquiring Scherzer. The tables have turned in recent hours, […]

Hector Santiago Suspended 80 Games

Seattle Mariners pitcher Hector Santiago has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for exogenous Testosterone, a performance-enhancing substance in violation of MLB's Drug and Treatment Program. What a year for Hector Santiago, who was suspended 10 games earlier in the year for a foreign substance and now 80 games for PEDs. The 33-year-old […]

Diego Castillo Traded To The Mariners

The Tampa Bay Rays have traded right-hander Diego Castillo to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-hander JT Chargois and third baseman Austin Shenton. Seattle recently traded closer Kendall Graveman and now acquired his replacement in Diego Castillo. The 27-year-old has been terrific as the Rays closer in 2021, converting 14-of-16 save chances to go […]

Alfred Morris Expected To Sign With The Giants

Free-agent running back Alfred Morris is visiting the New York Giants on Thursday. He will get into the team's facility next week and is expected to sign then. The 32-year-old logged 55 carries for 238 rushing yards, and one touchdown over nine games for the Giants in 2020. If he makes the roster, Morris will […]

Javier Baez Returns To The Lineup Thursday

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (heel) is starting in Thursday's contest against the Cincinnati Reds. He missed the last three games due to a bruised left heel but is batting fourth and starting at shortstop on Thursday. The 28-year-old has produced in 2021, slashing .245/.289/.483 with 22 home runs, 65 RBI, and 13 stolen bases […]

Nelson Cruz Remains Out Of The Lineup Thursday

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) will remain on the bench for Thursday's game against the Yankees due to a right foot contusion. He will be available to pinch hit. Fantasy managers will have to wait at least another day to activate Cruz into their lineups; his next chance to return will be […]

Pete Fairbanks Dealing With Shoulder Inflammation

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (shoulder) exited Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the New York Yankees with shoulder inflammation. He allowed two runs (one earned) on one hit without recording an out before leaving. The Rays right-hander was saddled with his fourth loss of the season. Fairbanks will be evaluated on Thursday, and the severity […]

Blake Martinez Lands On Reserve/COVID List

New York Giants linebacker Blake Martinez was placed on the reserve/COVID list Tuesday. It's unclear if he tested positive or came into close contact with someone who was infected. The Giants linebacker will be away from the team until he's cleared to return. Martinez led the Giants with 151 tackles last season to go along […]

Michael Wacha Fans Nine In No-Decision

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Michael Wacha allowed one unearned run on three hits and one walk while striking out nine across five innings during Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Yankees. He did not factor into the decision. The 30-year-old was sharp on Wednesday, yielding one unearned run while striking out nine over five innings. It […]

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Exits Early After HBP

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (elbow) exited Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Red Sox after being struck in the elbow by a pitch. He was hit in the seventh inning and was removed from the game. The severity of his elbow injury is unknown at this time, and Gurriel is considered […]

Brandon Crawford Expected To Return Thursday

San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford (oblique) believes he'll be activated from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. He participated in baseball activities over the weekend and progressed well in his recovery from a mild oblique strain. Crawford has been sidelined since July 18. The 34-year-old was having a career year before landing on the […]

Rafael Devers Exits Wednesday’s Game 2 Early

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (hamstring) exited Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader early with an apparent hamstring injury. He went 4-for-7 with two doubles and an RBI in both games before leaving. The Red Sox third baseman gave a little rub on his right hamstring when he pulled into second base. The severity […]

Corey Seager Aiming Weekend Return

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager (hand) could be activated from the injured list during the team's upcoming weekend series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He's been sidelined since mid-May due to a fractured right hand. "Seager felt really good and recovered the right way," said manager Dave Roberts. "Hoping for an activation this weekend in […]

Jhoulys Chacin Activated From The COVID Injured List

Colorado Rockies pitcher Jhoulys Chacin (undisclosed) was activated from the COVID-19 list on Wednesday. He threw a simulated game Tuesday and was cleared to rejoin the team. The 33-year-old had been sidelined since July 16. He will replace Chi Chi Gonzalez in the rotation, who was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Wednesday. Chacin owns […]

LaMonte Wade Jr. Absent From Wednesday’s Lineup

San Francisco Giants' first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (leg) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He exited Tuesday's game early with a right lower leg contusion. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day. It's terrible timing for Wade, who was locked in at the plate, hitting a robust .318 (7-for-22) […]

Garrett Cooper Will Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

Miami Marlins' first baseman Garrett Cooper (elbow) will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a partial UCL tear in his left elbow. The 30-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list on July 19, and after further evaluation, needed surgery to correct the issue. Cooper finishes the 2021 campaign slashing .284/.380/.465 with nine home runs, 33 […]

Joey Gallo Traded To The Yankees

The Texas Rangers have traded first baseman/outfielder Joey Gallo to the New York Yankees in exchange for right-hander Glen Otto, second baseman Ezequiel Duran, shortstop Josh Smith, and outfielder Trevor Hauver. The 27-year-old will head to New York, where his elite power should play well with the short porch in right field at Yankees stadium. […]

Nelson Cruz Scratched From Wednesday’s Lineup

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) was scratched from Wednesday's game against the Yankees due to a right foot contusion. He should be available off the bench in a pinch-hitting role. "Cruz is fine," said manager Keith Cash. "X-rays on his right foot came back negative." Brett Phillips replaced Cruz in the lineup, […]

Kelvin Benjamin Will Be Released By The Giants

The New York Giants are expected to release tight end/wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin on Wednesday. According to Steve Politi of the Star-Ledger, Benjamin had a heated conversation with head coach Joe Judge and general manager David Gettleman before storming off the field. He reportedly will be released by the Giants today. The former wide receiver […]

Jalen Reagor Limited With Lower-Body Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor is dealing with a lower-body injury and was limited at Wednesday's practice. DeVonta Smith and Travis Fulgham took reps with the first-team offense on Wednesday. The 22-year-old is expected to serve as the Eagles WR2 alongside the 10th overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft DeVonta Smith. Reagor missed […]

Lamar Jackson Absent From Practice Due To COVID Issues

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is absent from practice after testing positive for COVID-19. The Ravens are going through an extensive process to confirm. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, it remains unclear how long Jackson will be out. The 24-year-old tested positive for COVID-19 in November and missed a game as a […]

Randall Cobb Headed To Green Bay

Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that the Houston Texans have traded wide receiver Randall Cobb to the Green Packers. According to Rapoport, the deal will be official when the Packers gain the cap room. Cobb posted on his personal Instagram account, "I'm coming home." The 30-year-old has an $8.25 million base salary this […]

Shane McClanahan Allows Season-High Nine Hits In Loss

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (4-4) allowed three earned runs on nine hits and three walks while striking out six across six innings during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He was tagged with his fourth loss of the season. The southpaw allowed a season-high nine hits on Tuesday and was removed from the […]

Manuel Margot Reaches Base Twice In Return

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot (hamstring) went 1-for-4 with a walk and was caught stealing during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He was reinstated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game after missing three weeks due to a strained left hamstring. The 26-year-old reached base twice and was caught stealing for […]

Brandon Lowe Blasts 22nd Homer

Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer during Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Yankees. He took Chad Green deep in the sixth inning to put the Rays on the scoreboard for the first time all game. It was his first long ball since July 11. The 27-year-old has produced since […]