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Yankees Looking At Jose Bautista
The New York Yankees are looking for a right-handed bat and have spoke to the Mets about outfielder Jose Bautista. The Mets won't just give him away, though, and trades involving the Mets and Yankees are always tricky, so it doesn't seem likely to happen. Joey Bats is batting only .216 overall, but he still […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBilly Hamilton Could Be A Fit For Indians
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Billy Hamilton is a potential fit for the Cleveland Indians, who are seeking a center fielder. The Tribe have asked about Hamilton in the past. Hamilton is hitting just .227/.302/.310 with three home runs, 21 RBI and 22 stolen bases. He'd be an upgrade to Cleveland's outfield, though, at least defensively. A […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJeff Samardzija To Throw Off Mound Thursday
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija (shoulder) will throw off a bullpen mound in Arizona on Thursday. The Shark is slowly coming along and won't be back in the rotation anytime soon. He last pitched in a game on July 14 against the A's and hasn't been effective this year with a 6.25 ERA, […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoPablo Sandoval Put On DL, Joe Panik Activated
The San Francisco Giants placed third baseman Pablo Sandoval (hamstring) on the 10-day disabled list on Monday with a strained right hamstring. He injured himself on a slide on Sunday. He was hitting .248/.310/.417 with nine home runs and 40 RBI in 92 games. In a corresponding move, second baseman Joe Panik (groin) was activated […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoChris Stratton To Enter Rotation
San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy said that starting pitcher Chris Stratton will replace Johnny Cueto (elbow) in the starting rotation. Stratton was 8-6 with a 4.93 ERA in 18 outings as a starter before he was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento on July 7. He has a 5.14 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 6.9 K/9 overall […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJohnny Cueto Might Need Tommy John Surgery
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto (elbow) might need to undergo Tommy John surgery, which would put him out for the rest of this year and most of next. He is 3-2 with a 3.23 ERA in nine starts, but his stuff hasn't been the same since he returned from a right elbow sprain. […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrad Ziegler To Cubs Not Close
The Chicago Cubs are not close to acquiring Miami Marlins relief pitcher Brad Ziegler, according to a source. The two sides have talked, but the status of a deal remains unclear. Ziegler struggled to begin the year and was removed from the closer's role, but he's been excellent since and would fortify Chicago's bullpen. The […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCarlos Martinez Heading Back To DL
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (shoulder) left the stadium on Monday to undergo an MRI exam on his shoulder. The early indications are that he's dealing with a "mild strain," and he will be going back on the disabled list. It's now the second time Martinez will land on the DL with shoulder […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCarlos Correa To Start Rehab Assignment Soon
Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa (back) looks likely to begin a rehab assignment in the next few days. He took batting practice off of a high-velocity pitching machine on Monday and fielded ground balls and threw during batting practice. "My back feels great," Correa said. "I'm excited about doing my rehab assignment hopefully soon." Correa […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMarcus Maye Avoids PUP List
New York Jets safety Marcus Maye (ankle), who missed offseason practices after having arthroscopic ankle surgery, avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to start training camp. Maye was very productive in his rookie year, recording 79 tackles and two interceptions in a full season.
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDelanie Walker Agrees To Extension
Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker agreed to a two-year contract extension on Friday. He has played in three straight Pro Bowls and led the team with 74 catches for 807 yards and three touchdowns in 2017. Walker will turn 34 next month, but you can't argue with his production in the last four seasons, […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJason Verrett May Have Torn Achilles
Updating a previous report, the Los Angeles Chargers fear that cornerback Jason Verrett (Achilles) suffered a torn Achilles during a conditioning test on Friday, according to a source. He is still undergoing tests. This would be a massive blow for Verrett, as he's missed each of the last two seasons due to knee injuries. Luckily […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRed Sox Looking At Cardinals Relievers
The Boston Red Sox have been scouting St. Louis Cardinals relief pitchers, and closer Bud Norris and relievers Brett Cecil and Sam Tuivailala could be of interest. Norris has held lefties to a .495 OPS on the season and will be a free agent after this year. The Cardinals closer would only be setting up […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAriel Jurado To Start Saturday Against Houston
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Ariel Jurado will be called up to start on Saturday against the Astros in place of Cole Hamels, who was traded to the Cubs. Jurado made one spot start for the Rangers earlier this year, giving up four earned runs and six hits in 4 2/3 innings in a loss to […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoKolton Miller Opening As First-Team Left Tackle
Oakland Raiders rookie left tackle Kolton Miller has opened training camp as the first-team left tackle. It wouldn't be a surprise if Miller remains there through the end of camp, too. With veteran Donald Penn injured, Miller has taken the spot and could very easily run with it. Oakland's offensive line remains strong, which is […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoLamar Miller Down To 217 Pounds
Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller said he's down to 217 pounds, which is the lightest he's played at since he was with the Dolphins. He's hoping he can be more explosive this year after posting a career-worst 3.7 yards per carry in 2017. Miller was a fantasy disappointment last year, but with D'Onta Foreman […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoTrent Williams, Morgan Moses Taking Part In Team Drills
Washington Redskins offensive tackles Trent Williams (knee) and Morgan Moses (ankle) both took part in 11-on-11 drills on Friday, which is a great sign. Both Williams and Moses battled injuries throughout last season and had surgeries in the offseason, but it looks like they will both be ready for the regular season. That's great news […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoTitans Sign Taylor Lewan To Five-Year Extension
The Tennessee Titans signed left tackle Taylor Lewan to a five-year, $80 million extension on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes $50 million in guarantees, which makes Lewan the highest paid offensive lineman in NFL history. Lewan is one of the best left tackles in the league, so he's definitely earned the big […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJadeveon Clowney Expected To Play Out Final Year Of Deal
Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney is expected to play out the final year of his deal, according to sources. Clowney had an offseason knee scope and isn't taking part in drills to start training camp. Given his injury history, the Texans want to see if he can play in a full season for the second […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDakota Hudson To Join Cardinals Friday
St. Louis Cardinals pitching prospect Dakota Hudson will join the team on Friday. Hudson, a former first-round pick and the team's No. 4 prospect, had a nice 2.50 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 87 strikeouts in 111 2/3 innings over 19 starts for Triple-A Memphis. He's likely to work out of the bullpen in St. Louis […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDanny Amendola Working With First Unit
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Danny Amendola worked with the first unit alongside Devante Parker and Kenny Stills in the first training camp practice, which left Albert Wilson to mostly work with the second unit. It's a bid odd for Wilson after the team signed him to a three-year, $24 million deal in the offseason. However, […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoPhillip Dorsett Working Inside For Pats
New England Patriots wide receiver Phillip Dorsett worked inside during training camp practice on Thursday, which is a new role for him. With Julian Edelman suspended for the first four games, the Patriots might try to use his speed out of the slot. Dorsett's fantasy value will likely peak to begin the year, but he […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJ'Mon Moore Taking Reps With First-Team Offense
Green Bay Packers rookie wide receiver J'mon Moore is already taking repetitions with the first-team offense in training camp, according to head coach Mike McCarthy. The Packers also have rookies Marquez Scantling-Valdes and Equanimeous St. Brown, but Moore is the one who has stepped up so far. The Packers are looking for a No. 3 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoNo Limitations For Randall Cobb
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb (ankle) doesn't appear to have any limitations in training camp after wearing a boot on his right foot/ankle over the summer. "Randall Cobb looks great," head coach Mike McCarthy said. "The first play where the ball goes deep to Randall, I think that tells you about his health […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJake Matthews Signing Five-Year Deal
Atlanta Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews is finalizing a five-year, $75 million deal on Friday, according to a source. Matthews has become a perennial Pro Bowler and is now the third highest paid left tackle in the NFL. He makes life easier for quarterback Matt Ryan and the running game in Atlanta.
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJulio Jones To Make $13.4 Million In 2018
As part of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones' revised deal, he will make $13.4 million in 2018 instead of $10.5 million. He also received a $4.4 million signing bonus and lowered his base salary from $10.5 million to $9 million, according to sources. Jones should now report to training camp after the team worked […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoTeams Interested In Ryan Pressly
Almost every contenter is interested in Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Ryan Pressly, according to sources. He's making $1.6 million this year and is under team control through the 2019 season. He also has the second highest spin rate in the majors with 69 strikeouts, 19 walks and a 3.40 ERA over 47 2/3 innings. Pressly […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoWhit Merrifield Won't Be Traded
Kansas City Royals general manager Dayton Moore said that infielder Whit Merrifield won't be traded at the deadline. “I can’t predict the future. But certainly won’t be traded at the deadline. We need him in our city and on our team," Moore said. Merrifield certainly would've cost a lot, as he's been extremely productive on […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRoman Quinn Being Called Up
The Philadelphia Phillies are calling up outfielder Roman Quinn on Friday. He's a switch-hitting outfielder who is fast and an be a defensive substitute off the bench. Quinn is listed by MLB.com as their No. 16 prospect. In 28 games in three stops in the minors this year, Quinn was hitting .302 with two home […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoOdds Are Good That Adam Jones Will Be Traded
A source familiar with talks said the odds are "55-45" that Baltimore Orioles outfielder Adam Jones will be traded before the deadline on Tuesday. The Indians and Phillies both have interest in Jones, and he'd most likely move to right field for either team. The main obstacle might be Jones' 10-and-5 service-time rights, which give […]
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