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Orlando Arcia Trying To Hold Off Luis Urias
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Orlando Arcia, who has tweaked his swing, is hitting .304 with five home runs so far this spring as he tries to hold off Luis Urias (wrist) for the starting job at shortstop to begin the season. Arcia posted a .731 OPS with 15 home runs in 2017, but he hasn't been […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoChris Davis Having A Nice Spring
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Chris Davis entered Wednesday's spring action leading the team in most offensive categories while batting an absurd .538/.652/1.231 with three home runs. Spring training numbers must always be taken with a grain of salt, but it's nice to see Davis having some success after enduring one of the worst slumps in […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPeter Lambert Suffers Forearm Tightness
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Peter Lambert (forearm) suffered from "forearm tightness" during his outing in the Cactus League on Tuesday, according to manager Bud Black. When asked about Lambert's prognosis, Black said, "Fingers crossed." We won't know the severity of the right-hander's injury until the Rockies evaluate him further, but it sounds like an injury […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTitans Want To Keep Ryan Tannehill Around Long-Term
The Tennessee Titans are focused on signing impending free-agent quarterback Ryan Tannehill to a long-term contract extension. That would take the Titans out of the running for Tom Brady if he actually hits the open market next week. Tannehill flopped in his six seasons with Miami, but he came on in relief of Marcus Mariota […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPatriots, Tom Brady No Closer To Agreement
The New England Patriots and impending free-agent quarterback Tom Brady are no closer to an agreement just six days before he'll officially hit the open market. There is an air of uncertainty around whether the future Hall of Famer will actually return to New England. Owner Robert Kraft hopes that Brady will return, but he's […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPatrick Mahomes Not In A Rush To Sign Extension
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes "isn't going to do a deal early just because the Chiefs want to." Waiting until the Collective Bargaining Agreement is settled makes the most sense for Mahomes. Whenever he gets paid, Mahomes will become the highest-paid signal-caller in league history. After all, he's only 24 years old and has […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoAlvin Kamara 100 Percent Healthy
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara said his leg was 75 percent healthy last season, but that he's now back to 100 percent. Kamara was somewhat of a disappointment in 2019, and playing at less than 100 percent probably had something to do with it. He ran the ball 171 times for 797 yards […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDylan Moore Suffers Bone Bruise After Hit By Pitch
Seattle Mariners outfielder Dylan Moore (wrist) suffered a deep bone bruise after being hit by a pitch in the right wrist in Cactus League action on Tuesday. X-rays came back negative on his wrist. It's good news for a player trying to win a bench spot as a utility infielder and outfielder on the team's […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTommy Milone To Throw Simulated Game Thursday
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tommy Milone (neck) is scheduled to throw a simulated game on Thursday, and the Orioles will then slot him back into the starting rotation in the Grapefruit League. Milone is trying to win a spot in the team's Opening Day rotation. The 33-year-old left-hander has made just 10 starts in the last […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoAnthony Santander Plays Outfield Tuesday
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (shoulder) played the outfield for the first time in a Grapefruit League game on Tuesday and went 1-for-2 with a home run. Santander had previously been serving as the designated hitter this spring. The 25-year-old Venezuelan hit .261/.297/.476 with 20 home runs and 59 RBI in 93 games for the […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoJaCoby Jones To Play Thursday
Detroit Tigers outfielder JaCoby Jones (calf) has been working out and running, and the plan is for him to play in a Grapefruit League game on Thursday. Jones should have time to get ready for Opening Day. The 27-year-old hit just .235/.310/.430 with 11 home runs, 26 RBI and seven steals for Detroit in 88 […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoAaron Nola To Throw Bullpen Thursday
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola (flu) is feeling better and will throw a bullpen session on Thursday, according to manager Joe Girardi. If Nola gets through his bullpen session, he'll move to a simulated game on Saturday and could be back in Grapefruit League action next week. The 26-year-old right-hander disappointed a bit in […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoBryce Harper Has Bruised toe
Updating previous reports, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryce Harper (toe) suffered a bruised left big toe when he was hit by a pitch in the Grapefruit League game on Tuesday. Harper is expected to play again on Friday, according to manager Joe Girardi. The Phillies were just exercising caution with their superstar outfielder, and Harper should […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoRobby Anderson Wants To Re-Sign With Jets
New York Jets impending free-agent wide receiver Robby Anderson said on NFL Live that he would like to re-sign with the team. "l think they definitely want me back," Anderson said. "I truly do want to be back with the Jets. I love Sam (Darnold). I love my teammates, Jamal (Adams) and all those guys. […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoAlex Verdugo Takes Swings, Does Agility Work
Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo (back) took 20 swings in the batting cages on Monday and also did some agility work on the field. Verdugo will open the season on the injured list because of a stress fracture in his back, but there's still a chance he'll return in late April. The 23-year-old has […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoChris Sale To Be Reassessed At 10- 14-Day Mark
Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (elbow) will be reassessed at the 10- to 14-day mark of his shutdown period, according to manager Ron Roenicke. Sale was originally expected to be shut down for just one week, so the Red Sox have pushed things back with him. Already slated to open the season on […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoRobert Griffin III, Gabe Jackson Involved In Trade Talks
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Robert Griffin III and Oakland Raiders offensive guard Gabe Jackson have both been discussed in trade talks with the start of the new league year approaching, according to sources. Jackson is due $9.6 million and Griffin is due $2 million for the 2020 season. Both contracts are not guaranteed and are tradable. […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoMarshal Yanda Hangs Up His Cleats
Baltimore Ravens offensive guard Marshal Yanda will announce his retirement on Wednesday. Yanda, 35, played all 13 of his seasons with the Ravens and will finish with one of the most decorated careers for an offensive lineman in NFL history. He was a third-round pick in 2007 and was one of three guards in NFL […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoGiants Interested In Byron Jones, James Bradberry
The New York Giants have expressed a level of interest in Dallas Cowboys cornerback Byron Jones and Carolina Panthers cornerback James Bradberry, who will both be free agents next week, according to NFL sources. However, the Giants will have to pay a pretty penny for either player, as both players could reset the cornerback market. […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoBills Re-Sign Robert Foster, Levi Wallace
The Buffalo Bills re-signed wide receiver Robert Foster and cornerback Levi Wallace on Tuesday. Both players were set to become exclusive-rights free agents next week. Foster played in just three games last year and had three receptions for 64 yards and no touchdowns. He's buried on the depth chart behind John Brown, Cole Beasley, Duke […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPanthers Re-Sign Kyle Allen
The Carolina Panthers re-signed quarterback Kyle Allen to a one-year deal on Tuesday. Allen was set to be an exclusive-rights free agent. The Panthers now have Cam Newton, Will Grier and Allen under contract for 2020. Allen made 12 starts last year after Newton aggravated his foot injury in Week 2, and he became the […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years ago49ers Haven't Had Contract Talks With Emmanuel Sanders
San Francisco 49ers impending free-agent wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders said that he hasn't engaged the team in contract talks, which suggests that the Niners will let him test the open market next week. Sanders had two big games with San Fran after he was acquired from the Broncos last year, but he tailed off down […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTexans Re-Sign Ka'imi Fairbairn
The Houston Texans agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn on Tuesday, according to league sources. The deal is worth $17.65 million and includes $9 million fully guaranteed with $10.45 million over the next two years. Fairbairn made 80 percent (20 of 25) of his field goals last year, which ranked 20th […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDarren Fells Receives Two-Year Extension
The Houston Texans agreed to a two-year, $7 million extension with tight end Darren Fells on Tuesday, according to sources. Fells will make $4 million in 2020 after setting a career high with seven touchdowns in 2019. The soon-to-be 34-year-old will be the top pass-catching tight end for quarterback Deshaun Watson again next season, but […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPirates Discussing Extensions For Joe Musgrove, Others
The Pittsburgh Pirates have approached starting pitcher Joe Musgrove, outfielder Bryan Reynolds, shortstop Kevin Newman and third base prospect Ke'Bryan Hayes about contract extensions, according to sources. Hayes, the team's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has yet to play in the major leagues, so agreeing to a contract extension would ensure him a spot […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoNick Solak To See Significant Playing Time In Left Field
With Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (jaw) expected to miss significant playing time to begin the season due to a fractured jaw, utility man Nick Solak is expected to replace Calhoun in left field, according to manager Chris Woodward. Solak had been bouncing around positions this spring, and the Rangers were trying to find a […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoByron Buxton To Take Batting Practice Tuesday
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (shoulder) will take live batting practice on Tuesday. The team will evaluate him on a day-to-day basis as they determine if he'll be ready for Opening Day. Buxton had surgery last September to fix a torn labrum in his non-throwing (left) shoulder. If he can avoid setbacks, he still has […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoWillie Calhoun Has Surgery For Broken Jaw
Texas Rangers outfielder Willie Calhoun (jaw) had surgery on Monday to fix a broken jaw after being hit in the face by a pitch on Sunday. Surgeons installed a plate to steady the fracture, which should make for a quicker recovery than if his jaw had to be wired shut. General manager Jon Daniels said […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTua Tagovailoa Has Positive Checkup
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (hip) had his four-month scan on his dislocated hip on Monday, and sources described the scan as "very good with no concerns." Tagovailoa will now begin the slow progression of activity and rehab in order to play in 2020. It's great news for a player that is expected to be the […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoBlake Snell Has Rough Outing In Return To Mound
Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Blake Snell (elbow) walked four of the five batters he faced in his return to Grapefruit League action on Monday before being pulled. However, he was clocked at 97-98 mph with his fastball. Snell called his performance "ridiculous" and "brutal." The good news, though, was that the left's elbow felt […]
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