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Carlos Carrasco Forced to Leave After Taking a Line Drive to the Leg
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco was forced to leave his Cactus League appearance on Wednesday after taking a line drive off the leg. He was getting lit up before exiting, allowing six runs on nine hits without a strikeout. He was able to walk off the field on his own, but no further information […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoBradley Zimmer Will Play Thursday
Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer (groin) is "fine" and could have played in Cleveland's Cactus League game Wednesday, but he will play Thursday instead. With Opening Day around the corner, manager Terry Francona is managing at-bats for his players. Zimmer is expected to be fine for Opening Day and makes for an intriguing mid- to late-round […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoGiovanny Urshela to Miss 10-14 Days Due to a Hamstring Strain
Cleveland Indians infielder Giovanny Urshela (hamstring) will be forced to miss 10 to 14 days due to a lower-grade hamstring strain. It has not yet been decided, but it is possible that Urshela will require a stint on the disabled list to start the season. He had an excellent spring and was on track to make […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoChris Long Mulling Over a "Football Decision"
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long is reportedly mulling over a "football decision" on whether or not he will return to the team in 2018. The Eagles offered the 33-year-old veteran a raise, but the addition of defensive end Michael Bennett to the team has Long questioning his role. Reading between the lines, it isn't […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMichael Brantley Will Make His Cactus League Debut on Wednesday Night
Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (ankle) is scheduled to make his 2018 Cactus League debut on Wednesday night when Cleveland takes on the Kansas City Royals. Brantley is coming back from major ankle surgery in the offseason, and while he's been working out and practicing with the team, he's yet to get into an actual […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoAllen Hurns Visiting the Cowboys
Free-agent wide receiver Allen Hurns is visiting the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday. Hurns was released by Jacksonville and almost immediately had several visits planned. He was scheduled to take a visit with the New York Jets, but weather issues led him to choose to travel to Dallas first instead. Hurns would be a significant upgrade […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoDeonte Thompson Visiting the Cowboys
Free-agent wide receiver Deonte Thompson is visiting the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday. Thompson ended up as one of the biggest playmakers in the Buffalo passing game last season, catching 27 passes for 430 yards and a touchdown in 11 games. He'd likely serve as a deep threat in Dallas if he signs with the Cowboys, […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoGiovanny Urshela Dealing With a Tight Hamstring
Cleveland Indians infielder Giovanny Urshela is listed as day-to-day with a tight hamstring. He was forced to leave Monday's Cactus League game after running out a ninth-inning double, but it seems he's avoided any serious injury. He'll get a day or two off, but should be right back on the field after that. Urshela is […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCowboys Acquire Jamize Olawale
The Dallas Cowboys acquired fullback Jamize Olawale from the Oakland Raiders on Tuesday. Oakland also sent its sixth-round pick to Dallas, while Dallas sent back its fifth-rounder. After Keith Smith signed with the Raiders, the Cowboys were on the lookout for a new fullback to replace him. Olawale won't have fantasy value, but he's a […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoBradley Zimmer Scratched from Monday's Lineup
Cleveland Indians outfielder Bradley Zimmer was scratched from Monday's Cactus League lineup due to a mild left groin strain. He'll be replaced by Tyler Naquin. There doesn't seem to be much concern around Zimmer, and he should be back in the lineup in the next few days.
David A Marcillo 7 years agoDontrelle Inman Visiting the Cowboys
Free-agent wide receiver Dontrelle Inman will visit the Dallas Cowboys. Inman caught 23 passes for 334 yards and a touchdown after joining the Bears last season and was a solid complementary piece for the Chargers before that. He's not a difference maker, but he'd be a solid option opposite Dez Bryant in the Cowboys offense.
David A Marcillo 7 years agoRyan Hanigan Released
The Cleveland Indians released catcher Ryan Hanigan on Monday. Hanigan was a non-roster invitee in Cleveland's camp, and hit just .154 in Cactus League play. He's a veteran with experience and will try to latch on with a new team before Opening Day, although he's unlikely to crack a big league roster to start the […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMelvin Upton Released
The Cleveland Indians released outfielder Melvin Upton on Monday. The veteran only managed a .189/.250/.297 batting line in 40 Cactus League plate appearances, making the decision easy for Cleveland. He'll try to work his way onto a new team before Opening Day, but it's looking like he'll have a hard time making it onto a […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCarson Kelly Optioned to Triple-A Memphis
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Carson Kelly was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Sunday. Kelly is the team's top catching prospect and one of the top catching prospects in baseball. Yadier Molina is sticking around for another few years, but the job is Kelly's once Yadi retires. He may have had a chance to make the […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoLuke Gregerson Works a Perfect Inning in his Return to the Mound
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (oblique) pitched a perfect inning in his return to Grapefruit League play. It was Gregerson's first time back on the mound in 15 days, as he'd been rehabbing an oblique injury since early in camp. Gregerson was the favorite for saves when spring training began, but his injury has […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJose Ramirez Will Return to the Lineup on Monday
Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez (ankle) will return to the lineup on Monday. Ramirez went down in Saturday's Cactus League game but was able to make it off the field under his own power. He ended up with just a bone bruise, which was the best-case scenario. He'll be ready for Opening Day and should […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCowboys Re-Sign L.P. Ladouceur
The Dallas Cowboys and long snapper L.P. Ladouceur have agreed to a one-year contract. Ladouceur has been with the Cowboys for 14 seasons and has not made a bad snap as a member of the team. He'll continue to play a key role on special teams for at least one more year.
David A Marcillo 7 years agoYan Gomes Will Be Behind the Plate on Sunday
Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes (arm) is scheduled to catch Sunday's Cactus League game. Gomes was resting due to "minor arm soreness" and it seems like it may have been just that, as he'll be back behind the plate for Sunday's game. Gomes will be part of a catching platoon in Cleveland along with Roberto […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoJose Ramirez Leaves Saturday's Game Due to an Ankle Injury
Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez was forced to leave Saturday's Cactus League game due to an ankle bruise. Ramirez went down and certainly worried his fantasy owners, but he was able to leave the field on his own and is only dealing with an ankle bruise. Because it's Spring Training, Ramirez will likely miss a […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoVinny Curry Released by the Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles release defensive end Vinny Curry. His contract would have been guaranteed on Sunday, so after Curry refused to take a pay cut, the Eagles were forced to set him free. Curry's career as an Eagle was essentially over once the team acquired defensive end Michael Bennett. Curry was excellent last season, grading […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoAlex Reyes Won't Pitch This Month and Won't Have a Defined Role in 2018
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes won't pitch in any Grapefruit League games this spring. Pitching coach Mike Maddux said it is not due to any setbacks, just a precautionary measure to make sure Reyes stays healthy. Reyes will not have a defined role in the 2018 season, instead pitching in a "hybrid" role […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoLuke Gregerson Faces Live Hitters on Friday
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (oblique) faced live hitters on Friday in his continued return from injury. Gregerson's next step will likely be to appear in a Grapefruit League game. If he pitches well and avoids any setbacks, he may still start the season as the team's closer. For now, that job seems […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMike Clevinger Will Be Back on the Mound on Sunday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger (illness) will return to the mound on Sunday. Clevinger was scratched from his last Cactus League start due to an illness, but it was never considered serious and he should be back on track on Sunday. Clevinger has made the Opening Day rotation, and should be able to keep […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoYan Gomes Sidelined With Minor Arm Soreness
Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes is currently sidelined with what is being described as "minor arm soreness." Gomes will not be behind the plate again until Monday at the earliest, and he won't make the trip to Las Vegas with the team. He will stay back and work as the designated hitter in minor league […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoDanny Salazar Long Tossing from 130 Feet
Cleveland Indians pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) has been long tossing from 130 feet. Manager Terry Francona also implied that Salazar was close to returning to throw on the mound. Salazar has been dealing with a rotator cuff injury in his throwing shoulder and has already been ruled out for Opening Day. Josh Tomlin will be […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCowboys Out on Ndamukong Suh
The Dallas Cowboys showed interest in signing free-agent defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh when he was first made available, but a recent reports say the team is now "out" on the former Miami Dolphin. Suh has never missed a game due to injury and is still performing at a high level. The New Orleans Saints and […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMichael Brantley Successfully Works Through Outfield Drills
Cleveland Indians outfielder Michael Brantley (ankle) successfully worked his way through outfield drills on Thursday. Manager Terry Francona told reporters that Brantley was "doing terrific." Brantley was also able to get a pair of at-bats in a minor league game on Wednesday. Brantley comes with nice upside, but the surgery he underwent to strengthen ligaments […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoMike Clevinger Scratched Due to Illness
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger was scratched from Thursday's Cactus League start due to an illness. Evan Marshall will take the mound to start the game off against the Cincinnati Reds in Clevinger's place. Clevinger is already guaranteed a spot in the starting rotation, at least to kick off the season, so missing Thursday's […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoZach Ertz Restructures His Contract
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz has agreed to restructure his contract. $7.21 million of Ertz's salary was converted into a roster bonus. Without changing how much money Ertz will make, this move saves the Eagles $5.407 million in salary cap space. They'll likely need to keep getting creative with restructures and new free-agent contracts […]
David A Marcillo 7 years agoCowboys and Seahawks Interested in Ndamukong Suh
The Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks are the first two teams rumored to have interest in free-agent defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. Suh was recently released by the Miami Dolphins. He has never missed a game due to injury and is still playing at a high level. The team that signs him will be getting a […]
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