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Cameron Meredith Could Be No. 2 Receiver
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Cameron Meredith is the best option as the team's No. 2 receiver behind Michael Thomas. Ted Ginn was the No. 2 last year, but Brandon Coleman played more snaps than him, showing that the Saints aren't set on facing a certain kind of receiver onto the field. Meredith is the […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDeAndre Washington Not Expected To Make Team
Oakland Raiders running back Deandre Washington isn't expected to make the roster out of training camp over undrafted rookie Chris Warren. Warren adds a different dynamic to the running game at 6-foot-2, 246 pounds. Washington had only 57 carries for 153 yards (2.7 yards per carry) and two touchdowns in 15 games with the Raiders […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDoug Martin Has Impressed Coaches
Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin barely topped 400 yards each of the last two years with the Buccaneers, but head coach Jon Gruden likes him, and offensive coordinator Greg Olson said Martin "jumped out" during offseason workouts this spring. Martin could benefit from a change of scenery, but the 29-year-old averaged a weak 2.9 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoFour Teams In the Running For Zach Britton
The Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs are the main teams in the running for Baltimore Orioles closer Zach Britton. Sources have said that both the Astros and Yankees have sweetened their offers in the last few days. Britton seems like a lock to be traded soon. Unfortunately for his […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoTrea Turner Likely To Sit Tuesday
Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner is unlikely to play on Tuesday after not running out a bunt on Monday, according to manager Dave Martinez. It's a bummer for Turner owners, but you'll want to make sure to remove him from your lineups in leagues with daily lineup moves. Turner is hitting .266 with 12 home […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoSeahawks Asking Price For Earl Thomas Not Dropping
The Seattle Seahawks "still want a really high price" for safety Earl Thomas, with the Dallas Cowboys still interested in him, according to sources. Thomas will hold out of training camp if the Seahawks don't give him a new deal, but Seattle has zero motivation to do that. Thomas is in the final year of […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoChargers Would Like To Sign Antonio Gates Before Camp Begins
The Los Angeles Chargers would prefer to re-sign tight end Antonio Gates before training camp starts, according to a team source. There has been mutual interest from both sides in a reunion ever since Hunter Henry blew out his knee, so we're a bit surprised nothing has happened yet. Gates, 38, is a shell of […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoYonny Chirinos To Start Tuesday
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Yonny Chirinos will be called up from the minors to start on Tuesday against the Yankees. Chirinos has been decent for Tampa Bay this year with a 3.71 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 8.1 K/9 in six outings (five starts). He hasn't pitched into the sixth inning in any of his starts […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoSergio Romo Unavailable Due To Flu
Tampa Bay Rays closer Sergio Romo was unavailable for a save chance on Monday because he has the stomach flu, according to manager Kevin Cash. Jose Alvarado closed out the game against the Yankees instead. Romo could be back in the ninth inning as soon as Tuesday if he's feeling better.
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMagneuris Sierra To Be Called Up
The Miami Marlins will call up outfielder Magneuris Sierra from the minors on Tuesday to replace outfielder Garrett Cooper (hand) on the roster. Sierra came over to Miami in the deal that sent Marcell Ozuna to the Cardinals in the offseason. In 86 games for Triple-A New Orleans in 2018, Sierra has hit .260/.287/.341 with […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrandon Marshall Not A Lock To Make Roster
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Brandon Marshall isn't a lock to make the team out of training camp after he played in just five games with the Giants in 2017 due to a serious ankle injury. Marshall also had surgery on his toe. He had a career-low 18 receptions last year and didn't find the end […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoNationals Discussing Cole Hamels
The Washington Nationals and Texas Rangers have had preliminary discussions regarding starting pitcher Cole Hamels, according to sources. As long as Washington is a contender for the playoffs, they will look to upgrade their rotation behind Max Scherzer. Hamels is owed more than $7 million over the rest of the year and has a $20 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAlex Blandino Has Reconstructive Knee Surgery
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Alex Blandino (knee) underwent reconstructive surgery on his ACL and MCL in his right knee on Monday and is expected to be out for six to eight months. Blandino was injured on a slide last Friday. He was more of a utility bench bat for the Reds and was batting only […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrandon McCarthy Has Been Throwing
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Brandon McCarthy (knee) has been throwing but still isn't 100 percent, according to manager Brian Snitker. "He’s throwing to keep his arm (fit), but he’s just playing catch. The knee’s still not 100 percent to where he can get up there and start torquing it on the mound," Snitker said. The […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAvisail Garcia Scratched From Lineup
Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisail Garcia (illness) has been scratched from the lineup on Monday. Leury Garcia is starting in right field and is hitting sixth against Angels starter Jaime Barria. Garcia could be a DFS sleeper Monday night. He's batting a respectable .282 with four home runs, 21 RBI and 10 stolen bases over […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoEli Rogers To Visit With Browns
Free-agent wide receiver Eli Rogers left his visit with the Chiefs without a deal and will now visit with the Cleveland Browns, according to a source. Rogers played under current Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley the last three years with Pittsburgh. The speedy receiver had surgery on his ACL in January and isn't even a […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJose Bautista, Devin Mesoraco Receiving Interest
New York Mets outfielder Jose Bautista and catcher Devin Mesoraco are receiving trade interest. Both players will be free agents after this year, so they won't fetch much in any trade. Joey Bats has picked it up a bit since landing with the Mets, hitting .235 with five home runs and 22 RBI in 51 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCarlos Martinez To Throw This Week
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (oblique) will throw a side session during the series against the Reds this week to see if he can return and start against the Rockies next week. Martinez injured himself in his first start of the second half last Thursday, but he's not expected to miss much time. […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDaniel Gossett Remains Shut Down
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Daniel Gossett (elbow) remains in shutdown mode after he suffered a setback on his rehab assignment. There remains no timetable for his return, and you shouldn't hold out hope for him in the second half. Gossett hasn't pitched since June 3 in the big leagues and had a 5.18 ERA, 1.36 […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMatt Joyce Resumes Baseball Activities
Oakland Athletics outfielder Matt Joyce (back) resumed baseball activities on Monday. Joyce will turn 34 soon and doesn't appear to be close to a return. He was hitting just .203 with seven home runs and 13 RBI in 192 at-bats. Joyce is really only an option in deep AL-only leagues when the A's are facing […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoFrankie Montas To Start Tuesday
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Frankie Montas will be recalled to start against the Rangers on Tuesday. The right-hander has pitched well for the A's when he's been called on, going 5-2 with a 3.35 ERA and 1.39 WHIP, but he's only striking out 5.6 hitters per nine innings, limiting his fantasy ceiling. Stream at your […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMalcolm Mitchell Has Surgery On Knee
New England Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell (knee) had a procedure on his knee on Monday and isn't expected to be on the field for the start of training camp, according to a source. Mitchell's 2018 season could be in jeopardy after he missed all of last year with knee issues as well. He was […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoChris Thompson Avoids PUP
Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson (leg) has avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin training camp. "I'm feeling pretty good right now, I will start practicing w/ the guys from day one but just taking it slowly....the focus is to really be ready by that first regular season game," Thompson said. He […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoGarrett Cooper Out 2-4 Weeks
Miami Marlins outfielder Garrett Cooper (hand) will see a hand specialist later this week but is expected to miss a minimum of two to four weeks due to a hand injury, according to a source. It's believed to be related to the injury that kept him out for months earlier this year. Cooper was hitting […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoFernando Tatis Jr. To Have Surgery Tuesday
San Diego Padres shortstop prospect Fernando Tatis Jr. (thumb) will undergo season-ending surgery to fix an avulsion fracture in his left thumb on Tuesday. The expected recovery timeline is six to eight weeks, which means he should have time to prepare for winter ball. Tatis was the third overall prospect in baseball this year, so […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMike Soroka Weeks Away From Throwing
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Soroka (shoulder) is still at least a couple of weeks away from being cleared to throw. The further he's pushed back, the more likely it is that he won't make it back this season. Soroka was decent in his first taste of major league action this year, going 2-1 with […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoArodys Vizcaino Weeks From Throwing
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker said relief pitcher Arodys Vizcaino (shoulder) is two to three weeks away from throwing, but the team still expects him to return this year. When exactly Vizcaino will return is unknown, but the longer he's out the happier the owners of A.J. Minter are. The Braves are looking for more […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoOzzie Albies Expected To Return Thursday
Atlanta Braves infield prospect Ozzie Albies (hamstring) is expected to return to the lineup on Thursday. Infielder Charlie Culberson continues to fill in for Albies in the meantime. The young phenom has been out since tweaking his hamstring on Friday, but the injury isn't serious enough to land him on the disabled list. Be ready […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoManny Machado To Play Third With Justin Turner Out
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Manny Machado will play third base until Justin Turner (groin) returns from the disabled list. It's great for Machado's fantasy value going into next year, as this should allow him to retain both third base and shortstop eligibility. With Machado at third, Chris Taylor can move back to shortstop. Max Muncy […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoPatriots Placing Kenny Britt On PUP
The New England Patriots have put wide receiver Kenny Britt (hamstring) on the Physically Unable to Perform list to start training camp. Britt dealt with a minor hamstring injury during the offseason program but is expected to be fine for the start of the regular season. Britt was a bust in Cleveland before landing in […]
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