Danny Salazar Scheduled to Throw Off a Mound on Thursday

Cleveland Indians pitcher Danny Salazar (shoulder) is scheduled to throw off a mound for the first time this spring on Thursday. He's set to throw approximately 20 pitches in a side session. Salazar is dealing with inflammation in his rotator cuff and hasn't been able to do much in Spring Training. He'll start the season […]

Ben Taylor Optioned to Triple-A

Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Ben Taylor was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Thursday. Taylor is a live arm that came over from the Boston Red Sox as a waiver claim in February. He'll likely make some appearances in the Cleveland bullpen this season once injuries and ineffectiveness strike.

Terry Francona Confirms That Carlos Carrasco is "Fine"

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona confirmed an earlier report that starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco is "fine." Carrasco gave his team and his fantasy owners a scare when he was forced to leave Wednesday's Cactus League game after taking a line drive off his leg. He ended up with a left foot contusion, but Francona said […]

Mike Napoli Will Be Released, but Can Re-Sign With Cleveland Tomorrow

Cleveland Indians first baseman/designated hitter Mike Napoli will be released by the team today, but can re-sign with the club tomorrow. It seems like a procedural move, but it's unclear if Napoli will make the Opening Day roster, or if part of the release/re-sign process will ultimately have Napoli spending time in the minor leagues. […]

Greg Allen Optioned to Triple-A

Cleveland Indians outfielder Greg Allen was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Thursday. Allen had a chance to make the team out of spring training, but he struggled a bit and the last reserve outfield spot went to veteran Rajai Davis instead. Allen has plus speed, but needs some more work on his hit tool, which […]

Giovanny Urshela Likely to Start on the Disabled List; Erik Gonzalez to Take His Spot

Cleveland Indians infielder Giovanny Urshela (hamstring) is likely to start the season on the disabled list. Urshela suffered a hamstring strain earlier this week and was given a 10-14 day recovery period. He had been having an excellent spring and was very much on track to make the Opening Day roster, but his injury will […]

Rajai Davis Makes the Team

Cleveland Indians outfielder Rajai Davis has made the Opening Day roster. Davis is a familiar face in Cleveland, and his positional versatility likely helped him make it past final cuts. He's a 37-year-old backup outfielder who slashed just .235/.293/.348 in 117 games last season, but he did swipe 29 bags. He could end up with […]

Carlos Carrasco Walking Without a Limp

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (foot) was seen walking around the clubhouse without a limp on Thursday morning. He said he felt fine, and there seemed to be no concern about his availability going forward. Carrasco was forced to leave Wednesday's Cactus League game after he was drilled by a line drive, but he […]

Cardinals Release Jason Motte

The St. Louis Cardinals released relief pitcher Jason Motte on Thursday. He will be a free agent and will reportedly listen to offers from other teams, but the veteran right-hander is willing to come back to the Cardinals and play at Triple-A Memphis if he does not get any other offers to his liking. He […]

Deonte Thompson Signs With the Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms on a one-year, $2.5 million contract with free agent wide receiver Deonte Thompson. The 29-year-old has been with Baltimore, Chicago, and Buffalo, and played well last season as a Bill, coming down with 27 passes for 430 yards and a touchdown in 11 games. If the Cowboys depth chart […]

Eagles Restructure Chris Long's Contract

The Philadelphia Eagles restructured defensive end Chris Long's contract. They guaranteed Long a base salary of $2.5 million and eliminated $1.5 million that would have only been reached through incentives and bonuses. Long is reportedly considering retirement and still has not made a decision on 2018, but the Eagles are hoping that guaranteeing him the […]

The Cardinals Could Start the Season Without a Closer

The St. Louis Cardinals may start the season without officially naming a closer. General manager John Mozeliak said, "When you look at it right now, that eighth, ninth inning, we have three or four arms who can compete for [the closer job] or do that." He later added, "Once the season starts, I think we'll […]

Carlos Carrasco Diagnosed With a Left Foot Contusion

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco has been diagnosed with a left foot contusion. Carrasco was forced to leave Wednesday's Cactus League appearance after being hit by a line drive, but it seems he will be fine by the time his first turn in the regular season rotation comes up. He was struggling mightily before […]

Cowboys Sign Joe Thomas

The Dallas Cowboys and free agent linebacker Joe Thomas agreed to terms on a contract. Thomas was a key special teams player for Green Bay, but was not tendered a contract as a restricted free agent. He'll work behind Jaylon Smith and Sean Lee on defense, but should have a weekly role on special teams.

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 […]

Bradley 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 […]

Giovanny 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 […]

Chris 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 […]

Michael 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 […]

Allen 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 […]

Deonte 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, […]

Giovanny 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 […]

Cowboys 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 […]

Bradley 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.

Dontrelle 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.

Ryan 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 […]

Melvin 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 […]

Carson 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 […]

Luke 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 […]

Jose 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 […]