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Eagles Plan to Open Up the Passing Game in 2020
The Philadelphia Eagles plan to feature more of a down-field passing game in the 2020 season, according to general manager Howie Roseman. "We want to throw the ball down the field," Roseman said, "We don’t want to be station-to-station football." The Eagles were very methodical on offense late last season, but that was mostly due […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJonathan Allen Has Fifth-Year Option Exercised
The Washington Redskins exercised their fifth-year option on defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. The option keeps him under contract through the 2021 season. Allen was a first-round pick in 2017 (17th overall) and has been solid in his professional career but has certainly not lived up to his draft position. He's recorded 14 sacks in the […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoRedskins Reportedly Keeping Their First-Round Pick
The Washington Redskins will reportedly not be trading their first-round pick, the second overall pick of the draft. They have received calls from other teams interested in acquiring the pick, but have decided to hold onto it. They "love the player that will be there for them," which is expected to be Ohio State defensive […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoLeonard Williams To File Grievance Over Franchise Tag
New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams has officially submitted his case to the NFL Players Association, who will file a grievance on his behalf over the franchise tag. Williams was tagged by the Giants and signed the tag, but he was designated as a defensive tackle by the team, whereas he argues he is […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoLeonard Williams To Sign Franchise Tag
New York Giants defensive end Leonard Williams will sign the franchise tag with the team. It remains to be seen if he will be tagged as a defensive tackle or as a higher-priced defensive end, but sources confirm that Williams will indeed remain with the team. He was acquired last season and Giants general manager […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoPaul Goldschmidt Still Working on His Sore Elbow
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (elbow) has continued working out at the Cardinals Spring Training complex in Jupiter, Florida. He has been working one-on-one with a trainer to continue preventative care and treatment on his right elbow. "Goldy" was dealing with his hurt elbow throughout Grapefruit League play, but it sounds like he […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoChristian McCaffrey Signs Four-Year Extension
Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey agreed to sign a four-year extension that will keep him signed until 2025. The contract is worth $16 million per year, making McCaffrey the league's highest-paid running back in league history. It's been a rough go for teams signing running backs to long contracts recently, but McCaffrey is a […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJeff Brigham Working on a Throwing Program
Miami Marlins pitcher Jeff Brigham (biceps) has started a throwing program in Miami. He was ticketed for the injured list to start the season, but with everything delayed, he seems likely to be ready to go once the season gets started. Brigham showed the ability to miss some bats in limited innings last season, and […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJorge Alfaro Fully Recovered and Healthy
Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro (oblique) is now fully healthy, according to Marlins president Michael Hill. Alfaro got hurt during spring training and was not expected to be ready for Opening Day, but with the extra time provided by the delay of the season, Alfaro will be ready to go whenever baseball starts. Alfaro is […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrett Cecil Returning to His Rehab Next Week
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Brett Cecil (hamstring) will continue his rehab process next week in his recovery from a strained right hamstring. Cecil took some time off to deal with personal issues, but Cardinals President of Baseball Operation John Mozeliak said that Cecil is feeling better. The lefty pitcher sustained the injury in one […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMiles Mikolas Continuing His Rehab Process
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (arm) is continuing his rehab and has ramped up to throwing from 120 feet. Mikolas is dealing with a strained right forearm that was going to keep him out of the Opening Day rotation. He's scheduled to throw a light bullpen soon, and given the current timeline, could […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoKwang-Hyun Kim Discussing Return To South Korea
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Kwang-Hyun Kim is discussing a return to South Korea with his team, according to reports. Kim relocated to St. Louis from his homeland of South Korea earlier this year, but with no start date for the season in sight, Kim may be looking to return home to be with his wife […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAndrew Miller Continues to Make Progress
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Andrew Miller (arm, fingers) continues to make progress in his recovery even while working out away from the team. Miller said he has changed medications and continued his physical therapy, and reports that he is progressing well. Miller said, “I think I have answers that make a lot of sense […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoNick Neidert Sent to Triple-A
Miami Marlins pitching prospect Nick Neidert was optioned to Triple-A Wichita on Saturday. Neidert showed his upside in Grapefruit League play before everything was shut down, and should be a solid fantasy contributor once he's brought up to work in the starting rotation. Neidert is one of the top pitching prospects in the Marlins system, […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMonte Harrison Optioned to Triple-A Wichita
The Miami Marlins optioned outfielder Monte Harrison to Triple-A Wichita on Saturday. Harrison is one of the top position player prospects in the Marlins system and is very likely to make his debut at some point in 2020, assuming the season is played. Harrison should be a strong fantasy contributor once he works his way […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoGenesis Cabrera Sent to Triple-A on Thursday
St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitcher Genesis Cabrera was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Thursday as the Cardinals trimmed down their big league roster. With no set Opening Day yet, teams are still getting their rosters down to the new 26-man limit. Cabrera showed some positive signs last season but still needs to work on some […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAlex Reyes Optioned to Triple-A
St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Alex Reyes was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Thursday. With an unknown amount of time left until Opening Day, things can still change, but teams are trying to cut down their rosters regardless. Reyes still has tantalizing upside and is still only 25 years old, but injuries have limited him […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMiles Mikolas Thinks He'll Be Ready to Go
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (forearm) expects to be ready for Opening Day, whenever that is. Mikolas is on a gradual throwing program, so the cancellation of spring training and postponement of Opening Day doesn't really affect his rehab that much. Whenever the season gets started, Mikolas expects to be fully healthy and […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAmari Cooper Re-Signs With Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys re-signed wide receiver Amari Cooper to a five-year, $100 million deal. Cooper will stay with the team where he's had the most success, although he's been somewhat inconsistent in his time in Dallas. With Michael Gallup still around, Cooper will still be the top passing game option, but he has the tendency […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBlake Jarwin Signs Three-Year Extension
The Dallas Cowboys and tight end Blake Jarwin agreed to a three-year, $24.25 million contract extension on Monday. Jarwin will receive $9.25 million guaranteed. With Jason Witten expected to either retire or play elsewhere in 2020, Jarwin will finally get his chance to be the top tight end on the team. He looked solid in […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrad Boxberger (RP, MIA) - Fantasy Baseball Draft Sleeper
BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~380 CURRENT ADP: ~470 overall ANALYSIS: Boxberger hasn't been good since 2017 and hasn't been great since '14. He was particularly bad in '19 with the Kansas City Royals, putting up a 5.40 ERA that was backed up by his 5.45 xFIP. The Marlins were able to sign him to a […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJose Urena Pitches Five Scoreless Innings
Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Urena fired five scoreless innings in a Grapefruit League start against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. He allowed just one hit and a walk while striking out three and also hitting a batter. Urena wasn't very good last year as a starter which led the team to try him in […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoSpring Training Bullpens: Where The Stats Are Made Up and Saves Don't Matter
Spring training stats, traditionally, don't matter. Teams that look like powerhouses in March will lose 100 games in the regular season. Teams that can't even win against split-squad opponents in March will win their divisions in September. Hitters who hit .100 with 0 home runs will be in the MVP race. Pitchers who can't finish […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoYadier Molina Working on a Contract Extension
The St. Louis Cardinals and catcher Yadier Molina are reportedly working on a contract extension. The lifelong Cardinal is looking for a deal that would keep him signed through the 2022 season. Molina has declined offensively, but he's still solid with the bat in a very limited offensive position, and pitchers love throwing to the […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAndrew Miller Has a "Better Feel" After a Battery of Tests
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Andrew Miller (arm) underwent a battery of tests, including blood tests and an MRI of his head, in an attempt to determine why he was losing feeling in his fingers. He threw a bullpen session and reportedly had a "better feel" for the ball. He said he hopes to "push" […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrad Boxberger "Close to a Lock" to Make the Team
Miami Marlins non-roster invitee Brad Boxberger is "close to a lock" to make the team and work in the Opening Day bullpen. Boxberger struggled mightily last season but re-worked his delivery, and besides regaining his velocity, he is throwing a pitch (an "alien curveball") that he hasn't thrown in several years. Boxberger could be a huge […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrett Cecil Forced to Leave Wednesday's Game
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Brett Cecil was forced to leave Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the New York Mets after coming up favoring his hamstring when attempting to cover first base on a ground ball. Cecil entered spring training healthy after missing all of last season due to carpal tunnel, but the often-injured lefty […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoPaul Goldschmidt Dealing With a Sore Elbow Again
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is dealing with elbow soreness again. He'll be looked at by team doctors, but manager Mike Shildt has already said, "it's going to be a couple of days." He'll be eased back in and at least for now there doesn't seem to be any concern about "Goldy" missing […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJazz Chisholm Optioned to Triple-A
The Miami Marlins optioned shortstop Jazz Chisholm to Triple-A. Chisholm was impressive this spring and has tons of upside, but he was never expected to make the team coming out of spring training. The Marlins also optioned first baseman Lewin Diaz and outfielder Jesus Sanchez to Triple-A. All three could be legitimate fantasy stars in […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrad Miller Back in the Lineup on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals infielder Brad Miller (back) will return to the Grapefruit League lineup for Tuesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. Miller missed about a week and a half due to tightness in his lower back, but the team never seemed overly concerned. Barring any further setbacks, Miller will be ready for Opening Day. […]
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