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Rashod Bateman Hasn't Looked Like A Rookie
Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Rashod Bateman, the first of the team's first-round picks this year, has not looked like a rookie during offseason workouts, and the players and coaches have praised him. There were questions following the draft about where Bateman would fit in the team's wide receiver hierarchy and how quickly he could […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoAlex Collins Looks Trimmer And Faster
Seattle Seahawks running back Alex Collins received the most repetitions of any Seattle running back during offseason practices with Chris Carson (personal), Rashaad Penny (knee) and Travis Homer (calf) not practicing, and he looks trimmer and faster than he did in his first stint with the team in his rookie season in 2016 when he […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoTrey Sermon Has Made A Strong First Impression
San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Trey Sermon was drafted this year to provide depth behind veterans Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson Jr. with an eye on a bigger role in the future. But Sermon's future might come sooner than later with Wilson out four to six months after meniscus surgery and with Mostert dealing […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoTrai Turner Agrees With Steelers Thursday
Former Pro Bowl offensive guard Trai Turner agreed to terms on an undisclosed one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. It comes on the same day that the team released long-time guard David DeCastro (ankle), who is considering retirement. Turner was released by the Los Angeles Chargers after […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoTommy Edman Drops To Sixth In Batting Order
St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Tommy Edman is being dropped to sixth in the batting order on Thursday against Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Chad Kuhl. Center fielder Dylan Carlson will move up to the leadoff spot as a result. The switch-hitting Edman recently returned from a minor abdominal injury, but it hasn't really slowed him down […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoMichael Brantley Hitting Well Since His Return
Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley is slashing .509/.565/.727 (28-for-55) with nine extra-base hits and 15 RBI in 14 games since he returned from the injured list from his hamstring injury. Brantley's .356 average leads all of baseball right now. The 34-year-old veteran only has four home runs, but he's never been much of a power […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoAdam Frazier Among White Sox's Targets
The Chicago White Sox have been decimated by injuries and are looking everywhere for positional help as the trade deadline approaches next month. Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Eduardo Escobar and Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier are among their targets. Frazier, 29, has been excellent for the Buccos in 2019, hitting .324/.390/.463 with three home runs, […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoCarlos Correa On A Tear In June
Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa is hitting .373/.514/.771 (31-for-83) with 21 RBI and 25 runs in his last 23 games. It has helped him raise his season slash line to .298/.391/.531 with 14 home runs, 53 runs scored and 43 RBI in 262 total at-bats. In 18 total games in June, the 26-year-old is 24-for-69 […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJosh Bell Scratched Thursday
Washington Nationals first baseman Josh Bell was scratched from Thursday's lineup for undisclosed reasons. Ryan Zimmerman is now starting at first base and is hitting cleanup against Miami Marlins right-hander Cody Poteet. Check back for more updates on why Bell isn't playing on Thursday evening. Consider him day-to-day for now. The 28-year-old switch-hitter is batting […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoMichael Pineda Throws Bullpen Session
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Michael Pineda (elbow) threw a bullpen session on Thursday. The plan is for Pineda to throw a simulated game next before moving to a rehab start, likely sometime next week. The 32-year-old right-hander is recovering from right elbow inflammation and is getting closer to a return, barring any setbacks. His last […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJesse Chavez, Tanner Roark Join Braves
The Atlanta Braves optioned pitchers Kyle Wright and Ty Tice on Thursday and recalled right-handers Jesse Chavez and Tanner Roark in corresponding moves. To make room for Chavez and Roark on the 40-man roster, Tucker Davidson and Alex Jackson were moved to the 60-day injured list. Wright, 25, had allowed seven earned runs in just […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJameson Taillon Has One Of His Best Efforts Against Royals
New York Yankees starting pitcher Jameson Taillon turned in one of his best efforts of the season to help beat the Kansas City Royals by a score of 8-1 on Thursday afternoon. Taillon tied his season-high by going 6 1/3 innings, allowing five hits and only one run while walking two and striking out six. […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoGary Sanchez Stays Hot With Another Homer
New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez hit a three-run home run, his third long ball in five games, to help the team beat the Kansas City Royals by a score of 8-1 on Thursday afternoon. Sanchez has corrected a leg-kick issue in the last few weeks to turn himself around at the plate. The power-hitting […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoRonald Acuna Jr. Taking Another Game Off
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (back) is still dealing with back tightness and will receive another day off on Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds. Acuna remains day-to-day for now, and fantasy managers will be hoping that he can return to action on Friday. Outfielder Guillermo Heredia (wrists) is also out again on Thursday, but […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoMike Fiers Shut Down For Another Four Weeks
Oakland Athletics right-hander Mike Fiers (elbow) likely won't throw for at least another four weeks after receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection in his sprained right elbow. Fiers, who last pitched on May 6, won't need surgery after he felt pain while trying to resume throwing last week, according to manager Bob Melvin. The veteran visited […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJacob Harris Stands Out In Offseason Practices
Los Angeles Rams rookie tight end Jacob Harris, a fourth-rounder out of Central Florida, received significant repetitions throughout voluntary and minicamp practices because Tyler Higbee was sidelined for the offseason program. "Jacob Harris is a guy who has definitely stood out," head coach Sean McVay said. "Just his overall speed, athleticism, you kind of feel […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoKliff Kingsbury Excited About Rondale Moore
Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury is excited about the multiple ways he can use rookie wide receiver Rondale Moore, who was selected in the second round of this year's NFL draft. "He's very good in the open field, making the first guy miss," Kingsbury said. "He has a knack at some of those plays, […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJaelon Darden Looks Explosive
Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Jaelon Darden missed some of minicamp with a tweaked hamstring, but the fourth-rounder runs a 4.46-second 40-yard dash at 5-foot-8, 173 pounds and looked very explosive during offseason practices. Darden drew comparisons to Emmanuel Sanders and John Brown from head coach Bruce Arians. "He's super quick and fast," Arians […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoSteelers Release David DeCastro
The Pittsburgh Steelers released offensive guard David DeCastro (ankle) on Thursday, saving $8.75 million in salary cap space. According to the NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, DeCastro has had his ankle evaluated recently after having issues with it for quite some time. He had surgery on it before last season and could consider retirement. Pittsburgh had […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoSean Murphy Takes A Seat Thursday
Oakland Athletics catcher Sean Murphy is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Texas Rangers. Aramis Garcia is behind the plate and is hitting ninth against Rangers left-hander Kolby Allard. Murphy hit his second homer in three games in the 5-3 loss on Wednesday, and he has five home runs and a .603 […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoGarrett Mitchell Doing Well In Minors
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell, the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, hit his second home run of the season on Wednesday with High-A Wisconsin. Mitchell, the 20th overall pick out of UCLA last year, is now slashing .321/.493/.518 with the two home runs, 17 runs scored, 11 RBI and seven stolen bases in 75 […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoHunter Greene Picks Up First Triple-A Win
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene mixed in more offspeed pitches to complement his triple-digit heat on Wednesday to pick up his first victory with Triple-A Louisville. The No. 55 overall prospect struck out six and gave up two hits while walking three in his five scoreless innings of work. Greene reached 104 mph with his […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoNick Castellanos Has Turned It Around In 2021
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos hit for some power last year in the shortened season, but he also put up the lowest batting average and on-base percentage of his career after posting a 1.002 OPS in 51 games for the Chicago Cubs in the second half of 2019. Castellanos has turned things around this year, […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoNolan Arenado Looking More Like His Old Self
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado put up the worst numbers of his career during an injury plagued final season in Colorado, but he's looking more like his old self this year. Arenado has gone through a bit of a cold streak recently, but he has a 129 OPS+ after posting an 86 OPS+ […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoShohei Ohtani Strikes Out Nine In No-Decision
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani made history on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants, starting on the mound and hitting for himself with designated hitter rules in place. It was the first time in history that an American League team chose not to use a DH while a National League team utilized […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoMark Melancon Earns 23rd Save Of Season
San Diego Padres closer Mark Melancon earned his 23rd save of the season in a 5-3 victory on Wednesday to help the Friars sweep the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time since 2013. Melancon allowed a leadoff single and a walk but was aided by a double play to end the contest. The veteran […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoAdam Trautman The Saints Projected No. 1 Tight End
New Orleans Saints tight end Adam Trautman is the team's projected No. 1 tight end as both a pass-catcher and standout blocker after the Saints parted ways with veteran Jared Cook and Josh Hill this offseason. The second-year pro said he has grown after a strong finish to last season in his first true NFL […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoIan Thomas Has Had "Tremendous Offseason"
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said that tight end Ian Thomas had "a tremendous offseason" after disappointing in 2020 (20-145-1). "He looks explosive. He looks athletic," Rhule added. "If you're talking about a guy that's really had a good offseason, I would say it would be Ian Thomas. He's more comfortable with what he's […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoQadree Ollison Carving Out A Bigger Role?
Atlanta Falcons running back Qadree Ollison could be creating a spot for himself in the offense this year. The third-year back from Pittsburgh impressed the coaching staff during spring workouts, although lead back Mike Davis was not in attendance and players weren't going full speed. Ollison has just 23 career carries for 53 yards and […]
Keith Hernandez 3 years agoJuwann Winfree Making A Run For A Roster Spot
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Juwann Winfree, a former sixth-round pick of the Denver Broncos in 2019, caught plenty of passes in organized team activities and minicamp this spring and looks to be making a strong run at a spot on the active roster. Winfree has played in just five career NFL games, though, and […]
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