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Tommy Pham Injured On Sunday
New York Mets outfielder Tommy Pham (groin) exited Sunday's meeting with the Padres. He didn't last long before suffering a groin injury while fielding a hit in the bottom of the first. The 35-year-old is batting .278 with 57 hits, nine homers, and 34 RBI, so it's not an ideal situation. There should be an […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoNestor Cortes "Pain-Free" After Simulated Game
New York Yankees starting pitcher Nestor Cortes (shoulder) participated in a simulated game on Sunday morning, throwing 20 pitches. Things turned out well, with the left-handed reporting afterward he was "totally pain-free." The 28-year-old, who was recently moved to the 60-day injured list, has been out of the mix since early June because of shoulder […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJorge Polanco Almost Ready For Rehab Assignment
According to Twins president of baseball operations Derek Falvey, second baseman Jorge Polanco (hamstring) is nearly ready for a rehab assignment. While there isn't a definitive date set, Falvey believes Polanco may head out "around next weekend." The veteran, who has battled nagging hamstring injuries this season, recently began baseball activities. However, although things appear […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoDalvin Cook May Wait Before Signing With A Team
According to ESPN's Jeff Darlington, free agent running back Dalvin Cook may wait until closer to training camp before deciding where he'll go this season. It's common knowledge that Miami has already offered the multi-time Pro-Bowler a contract. Yet, nothing has been signed, leading many to believe a move to the Dolphins isn't on the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJavonte Williams Feels "Ready To Go"
Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (knee) recently spoke to reporters at teammate Patrick Surtain II's football camp. He revealed he's continuously worked with the Broncos' training staff since the conclusion of the offseason program. Even better, Williams is optimistic he'll be cleared in time for training camp while adding he feels "ready to go." […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAaron Rodgers Looks "Ripped"
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was in the news routinely even before his trade from the Packers. However, this time, he's drawing attention for a different reason. Proactive Sports Performance, an organization that trains professional athletes, posted a picture of Rodgers on Instagram, where he appeared to be in tremendous shape. Many Jets fans […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoMalik Willis Not "Guaranteed" A Spot In Tennessee
According to longtime team reporter Jim Wyatt, Tennessee Titans quarterback Malik Willis "isn't guaranteed" a roster spot. Although talk of his departure was accentuated after the Titans selected Will Levis in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the latest update reaffirms what many believe is inevitable. Of course, most new quarterbacks need time […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoScoot Henderson Out On Sunday
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (shoulder) won't play against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on Sunday. The 2023 No. 3 overall pick injured his shoulder during Friday's loss to the Houston Rockets. Fortunately, Henderson reported feeling a little better, although Portland continues to await the results of a […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJohn Wall Holding Private Workout On Sunday
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, free agent guard John Wall will hold a private workout in Las Vegas on Sunday. With Summer League in town, the veteran will try to convince teams he's still got something left in the tank. But after missing a few years due to injury, Wall logged 34 games for […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKings Waive PJ Dozier
The Kings waived guard PJ Dozier on Saturday. The 26-year-old has played for four clubs since entering the league in 2017. However, he hasn't done much, averaging 5.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.6 assists while shooting 30.7% from deep. Sacramento had a few days to part ways with him, or his contract would have become […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTim Hardaway Jr. Expected To Be Moved
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Mavericks are expected to trade guard Tim Hardaway Jr. The 31-year-old averaged 14.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 71 games last season. He's also a career 36.1% shooter from deep. However, Hardaway has two years, $34 million left on his contract, which may make moving him […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoGregg Popovich Signs New Five-Year Deal With Spurs
San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich signed a five-year deal to remain with the team. The new contract will pay him more than $80 million, higher than the six-year, $78.5 million agreement Monty Williams inked with Detroit. The 74-year-old is the winningest coach in NBA history, holding a career record of 1,366-761 while guiding […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPaul Reed Jr. Signs Offer Sheet With Utah
According to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, restricted free agent forward/center Paul Reed Jr. signed a three-year, $23 million offer sheet with the Jazz. The 24-year-old averaged 4.2 points and 3.8 rebounds in 69 games in Philadelphia last season. However, he showed signs of life by averaging 13.5 points, 9.0 boards, 2.5 blocks, and […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoSuns "Frontrunners" To Land Bol Bol
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Suns are the "frontrunners" to sign free agent forward/center Bol Bol. The 23-year-old is coming off the best season of his career, averaging 9.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in his only season in Orlando. He also played considerably better as a starter, posting 12.5 points […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoTyTy Washington Jr. Dealt Again
The Hawks traded guard TyTy Washington Jr., along with Rudy Gay, Usman Garuba, and a second-round pick, to OKC on Saturday in exchange for guard Patty Mills. The 21-year-old was selected No. 29 overall in the 2022 NBA Draft and averaged 4.7 points in 31 games for the Rockets. However, he wasn't a routine presence […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPatty Mills On The Move Again
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, OKC traded guard Patty Mills to Atlanta on Saturday. In exchange, the Thunder will receive Rudy Gay, Usman Garuba, TyTy Washington Jr., and a second-round pick. Mills, who has been traded three times in the last 10 days, averaged 6.2 points in 40 games with the Nets last season. However, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoRudy Gay Traded To OKC
The Hawks traded forward Rudy Gay, along with TyTy Washington Jr., Usman Garuba, and a second-round pick, to OKC on Saturday in exchange for guard Patty Mills. Gay, who was recently moved from Utah as a part of the deal surrounding John Collins, was never expected to suit up for Atlanta, so the move isn't […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAmen Thompson Has Grade 2 Ankle Sprain
Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (ankle) will miss the remainder of Summer League. The rookie got his first taste of NBA action on Friday in the win over the Portland Trail Blazers, finishing with 16 points, five assists, four blocks, and three steals in 28 minutes. However, he suffered a Grade 2 sprain in his […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoRyan Yarbrough Expected To Start On Sunday
Kansas City Royals left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (head) is expected to return and start Sunday's meeting with the Guardians. The 31-year-old has been on the shelf since the beginning of May after sustaining multiple non-displaced fractures via a Ryan Noda comebacker. Yarbrough appeared in 10 games this season before going down, starting three, and compiled […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoYu Chang Taking Saturday Off
Boston Red Sox infielder Yu Chang (wrist, hand) won't play on Saturday. Skipper Alex Cora stated the 27-year-old would suit up for two of the three games versus the A's, so it appears he's in line to return for the series finale on Sunday. Chang recently returned from a lengthy stint on the injured list […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAndrew Painter Receives Good News
Philadelphia Phillies pitching prospect Andrew Painter (elbow) recently underwent tests after experiencing more discomfort in his right elbow. Luckily, the results revealed his partially torn UCL is healing, although the team will give him some time to rest before considering the next step in his rehab process. The 20-year-old is still not out of the […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAustin Pruitt Now Starting Against Boston
Oakland Athletics right-hander Austin Pruitt will start Saturday's meeting with the Red Sox. Paul Blackburn (illness) was initially scheduled to be on the hill for this one. However, he's under the weather, so Pruitt will enter the equation. The 33-year-old has appeared in 23 games this season, starting three, and has amassed a 1-5 record […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPaul Blackburn Scratched From Start On Saturday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (illness) won't play against the Boston Red Sox on Saturday. The 29-year-old isn't feeling well. However, an official diagnosis hasn't been made public, so it's anyone's guess if he'll miss any more time moving ahead. In the meantime, Austin Pruitt will take Blackburn's spot on the bump. The right-hander […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKaleb Ort Placed On 15-Day Injured List
Boston Red Sox reliever Kaleb Ort (elbow) landed on the 15-day injured list on Friday, retroactive to July 5. The 31-year-old hasn't done anything beneficial for fantasy managers this season and is currently sitting on a horrendous 6.26 ERA. But the move to the IL opened up a spot for James Paxton, who was out […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoPablo Reyes To Remain Out Beyond All-Star Break
Boston Red Sox infielder Pablo Reyes (abdomen) won't rejoin the big club before the All-Star break. The 29-year-old, who has been out a few weeks because of an abdominal strain, recently began a rehab assignment. He's played well during his time in Triple-A, with skipper Alex Cora stating, "he's doing well." However, with Yu Chang […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoKeon Johnson Suffers Finger Injury
Portland Trail Blazers guard Keon Johnson (finger) won't be available for the remainder of Summer League. The 21-year-old saw just one minute of work in Friday's loss to the Houston Rockets before he exited because of dislocated right index finger. Fortunately, the start of the 2023-24 campaign is months away, so Johnson should be good […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoScoot Henderson To Undergo An MRI
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (shoulder) will undergo an MRI. The 2023 No. 3 overall pick made his unofficial debut in Friday's loss to Houston, amassing 15 points, six assists, five rebounds, and a steal in 21 minutes. However, he suffered a right shoulder injury, ending his night […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoAmen Thompson Likely Done For Rest Of Summer League
According to Kelly Iko and Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Rockets are "very likely" to keep forward Amen Thompson out for the remainder of Summer League. The 2023 No. 4 overall pick had a solid showing in his unofficial NBA debut against the Trail Blazers on Friday, logging 16 points, five assists, four blocks, […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoC.J. Stroud Continues To Receive Positive Reviews
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud continues to receive rave reviews from his teammates. Offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil recently lauded Stroud's leadership skills and ability to command the huddle. At the same time, Devin Singletary called him a "bright, young man." Obviously, it wouldn't be wise for Stroud's teammates to cast him in a negative light. […]
Dennis Clausen 2 years agoJosh Allen Aiming To Improve As A Pocket Passer
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is hoping to improve as a pocket passer. "I'm trying to transition to be the guy that wins from within the pocket," the signal-caller said during an interview with Barstool Sports. "It will take time. It's just not going to be this new guy overnight." Head coach Sean McDermott stated […]
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