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Dak Prescott Not Expected To Agree To New Deal
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is not expected to agree to a long-term deal with the team before Wednesday's deadline. Prescott will play under the franchise tag this season, becoming the third quarterback to play under the tag (along with Kirk Cousins and Drew Brees). Prescott will earn $31.4 million this year before attempting negotiations […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJose Urena Somehow Earns a Rotation Spot Again
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena has earned a rotation spot, according to Marlins beat writer Joe Frisaro. In the tweet, Frisaro mentions that Sandy Alcantara will start on Opening Day, then some mix of Urena, Caleb Smith, and Pablo Lopez will make up the 2-4 spots in the rotation, with the fifth spot yet […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoSandy Alcantara Will Take the Ball on Opening Day
Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara will get the Opening Day start. Manager Don Mattingly announced his Opening Day starter, and Alcantara will take the ball on July 24th against the Phillies to kick off the Marlins season. The 2019 All-Star pitched fairly well in 2019, posting a 3.88 ERA and 1.32 WHIP. He doesn't […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJack Flaherty Gets the Opening Day Nod
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty will start on Opening Day. Flaherty revealed the news himself on a Zoom call, saying, "Yeah. He told me. He should probably be the one to tell you guys, but oh well," referring to manager Mike Shildt. Flaherty should be one of the best fantasy starters in the […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAlshon Jeffery "Almost Certain to Start" on PUP List
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (foot) is "almost certain to start" the season on the PUP list according to Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice. Eagles coach Doug Pederson said that Jeffery still does not have a set timetable for a return, and with time running out before training camp starts, Jeffery is almost a […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJordan Hicks Opts Out of the 2020 Season
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks has opted out of the 2020 season, according to the Cardinals official Twitter. Hicks cited pre-existing health concerns as his reason. The hard-throwing closer was going to start the season on the injured list as he completed his recovery from Tommy John Surgery, but was expected to pitch […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrad Miller Dealing With "A Little Something" In His Heel
St. Louis Cardinals infielder Brad Miller is dealing with "a little something" in his heel, according to manager Mike Shildt. No one on the team is worried or thinks it is anything serious, so Miller should not be considered in any jeopardy of missing Opening Day. He'll work in a backup infield role, able to […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJonathan Villar Likely To Play Multiple Positions
Miami Marlins outfielder/infielder Jonathan Villar is "bracing" to play multiple positions this season, according to Marlins writer Joe Frisaro. Villar has been working in centerfield, shortstop, and second base so far in summer camp, and the Marlins are also considering using him as designated hitter for some games. Villar may not end up with a […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBrett Cecil Working On New Sidearm Delivery
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Brett Cecil is working on a new sidearm delivery in Cardinals summer camp. The veteran lefty told reporters he feels like the new angle is "definitely a good thing" for him. Cecil missed all of 2019 due to a variety of injuries and struggled mightily in 2018, posting a 6.89 […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoDeSean Jackson Could Be Released After Instagram Post
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson got himself into trouble with several anti-Semitic messages on his Instagram and could see himself released from his contract because of it. Jackson claims he feels no hatred toward the Jewish community, but he posted a quote attributed to Adolf Hitler and tried to say it was taken "the […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoCardinals Frustrated With Delayed Testing Results in Camp
The St. Louis Cardinals are frustrated with the delays in testing results at summer camp, with team president John Mozeliak saying: "Clearly there’s been a little frustration in our camp in terms of getting test results," with the Cardinals having to cancel Monday's workout. The Cardinals took their tests on Friday but they were not […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoLane Johnson Remains Confident In Eagles O-Line
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson said he does not expect the Eagles offensive line to "miss a beat" in the 2020 season. The Eagles were expecting to bring back four of their five starting linemen from last season, but right guard Brandon Brooks suffered a torn Achilles a few weeks ago and will miss […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMax Meyer Officially Signs With Marlins
The Miami Marlins have officially signed first-round pick Max Meyer. Meyer was the third overall pick, selected out of the University of Minnesota. He will be added to the Marlins 60-player pool, and is expected to be one of the fastest movers from the 2020 draft. He is most likely on the player pool so […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoCardinals to Add Elehuris Montero To Player Pool
The St. Louis Cardinals announced that they would be adding 21-year-old prospect Elehuris Montero to the main Busch Stadium Summer Camp player pool, bringing their total to 45 players. Montero plays the corner infield spots, and has been in the Cardinals system since he was signed for $300,000 in 2014. Montero has dealt with a […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJalen Hurts Working Out With DeSean Jackson
Philadelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Jalen Hurts has been working out with teammate DeSean Jackson. Hurts posted videos on his Instagram account on Monday, showing the second-rounder working out in Florida with the veteran wide receiver. Jackson is recovering from core muscle surgery and Hurts is trying to impress his coaches after coach Doug Pederson (somewhat) […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoNick Vincent Signs With Marlins
The Miami Marlins agreed to terms on a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training with relief pitcher Nick Vincent. Vincent was released by the Giants over the weekend and didn't have to wait long to find a new team. Vincent has been a decent reliever with a few spots of upside in […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoDylan Carlson Part of the Cardinals Player Pool
St. Louis Cardinals top outfield prospect Dylan Carlson has been included in the Cardinals initial player pool for the 2020 season. Carlson got 39 plate appearances in the first version of spring training this year, slashing .313/.436/.469 in those Grapefruit League games. Carlson is only 21 and many teams are including their better prospects in […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMatt Kemp Not On Marlins Initial Player-Pool List
Miami Marlins outfielder Matt Kemp was not included on the team's preliminary 60-man player pool list. The Marlins list only has 57 players on it for now, so Kemp still has a chance, but reports say the veteran outfielder just did not make much of an impression on the Marlins during the first spring training. […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMax Meyer Likely To Be Included In 60-Player Pool
Miami Marlins first-round pick Max Meyer, a hard-throwing right-handed pitcher from the University of Minnesota, is likely to be included in the 60-player pool this season. The Marlins and Meyer have already verbally agreed to a contract, but of course the actual signing isn't official until "the ink dries." Still, Meyer is fully expected to […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoMarlins Player, Staff Member Test Positive For COVID-19
A Miami Marlins player and a staff member at the team's Jupiter, Florida, complex have both tested positive for COVID-19. Both are asymptomatic and will certainly be isolated for the next couple of weeks. With the MLB season getting started in late July and spring training 2.0 kicking off on July 1, this is almost […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoCardinals Agree To Terms With Jordan Walker
The St. Louis Cardinals signed first-round pick Jordan Walker for $2.9 million, a bit under the slot value of $3,132,300. Walker is a high school third baseman from Georgia that was a Duke recruit, but will now join the Cardinals organization instead. Walker has huge power potential as an athletic 6-foot-5 18-year-old. He may end […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoDak Prescott Officially Signs Franchise Tag
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has officially signed the franchise tag, committing to stay a Cowboy for at least the 2020 season. Dak and the Cowboys will have until July 15 to work out a long-term deal, but the franchise tag at least ensures that the Dallas signal-caller will report to training camp and other […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoJalen Reagor Predicted To Lead Eagles Receivers
Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver Jalen Reagor was predicted to lead the Eagles wide receivers in receptions and snaps by SiriusXM's Adam Caplan. It's a big prediction from a writer who has covered the Eagles for a while now. DeSean Jackson will serve as a deep threat but won't likely see huge volume, and Alshon […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoDaniel Jones Draws Mixed Reviews from Joe Judge
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones drew mixed results from head coach Joe Judge in a phone call with NFL Media Reporter Kim Jones. Judge said Jones, "obviously [...] has a skill set to work with. He throws a good, accurate ball, has good arm strength." But then he added, "There are some things he […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAldrick Rosas Arrested in California on Monday
New York Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas was arrested on Monday morning following a hit-and-run incident in Chico, California. This was confirmed to NFL.com by the California Highway Patrol. According to the report, Rosas was driving at around 100 mph when he collided with another vehicle at an intersection and then attempted to flee the scene. […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoTerry McLaurin Has Impressed Ron Rivera So Far
Washington Redskins second-year wide receiver Terry McLaurin has impressed his new coach Ron Rivera so far. Rivera said that McLaurin has been, "a treat" and "a guy that could be on the verge (of stardom), he really is. He reminds me so much of a D.J. Moore that we had in Carolina. Just an outstanding […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoAldon Smith Feels Great Despite a Long Break
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Aldon Smith reportedly "feels great" despite not appearing in an NFL game since Nov. 10, 2015. Smith said: "I still feel young. I still can move well. I still have a great knowledge of the game, if not better knowledge of the game." Smith is still just 30 years old and […]
David A Marcillo 5 years ago"There's a Role" For Adrian Peterson In The Washington Offense
Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Scott Turner said, "I have a ton of respect for Adrian...There's a role for that type of back." Adrian Peterson will be entering his age-35 season and has over 14,000 yards on his legs, but proved to still be a solid option in 2019, running for 898 yards at a 4.3 […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoBlake Jarwin Ready To Fill Jason Witten's Shoes
Dallas Cowboys tight end Blake Jarwin will finally get his chance to be the unquestioned TE1 in Dallas this season. With Jason Witten off to Las Vegas to play with the Raiders, Jarwin is at the top of the Cowboys tight end depth chart. Not only did the Cowboys show their confidence in Jarwin by […]
David A Marcillo 5 years agoCardinals Reopen Spring Facility; No Furloughs Planned
The St. Louis Cardinals announced that they have reopened their spring training facility (Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Florida) for "very limited" access to baseball activities. They have also notified all full-time staff that they will continue to be paid their full salaries through the end of June, and that there are no planned […]
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