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Johnny Cueto To Receive Extra Rest
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto will receive an extra day of rest before five of his first six starts in the second half of the season. Cueto is dealing with a damaged ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, so the Giants will play it slow with him. The right-hander was dynamite before […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoChris Archer Could Be Nice Trade Chip For Rays
The Tampa Bay Times' Marc Topkin thinks the Tampa Bay Rays should trade starting pitcher Chris Archer and his team-friendly contract right now. He's owed just $27.5 million over the next three seasons. Archer wants to win right now, but he's also been injured this year and will need to pitch better before the trade […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJeurys Familia's Stock Is Up
New York Mets closer Jeurys Familia, who struggled to an 8.22 ERA in June, has seen his trade stock rise lately and has a 2.88 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 9.5 K/9 on the season overall. He might be the team's best trade chip not named Jacob deGrom or Noah Syndergaard, and he is a free […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRaisel Iglesias Now The Most Attractive Reliever?
With closer Brad Hand being dealt to the Indians on Thursday, Cincinnati Reds closer Raisel Iglesias could be the best reliever on the trade market. He has a 2.36 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 9.9 K/9 on the season and could potentially fetch a large return for the Reds. Iglesias is owed just over $11 million […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCarlos Martinez Unlikely To Be Traded
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez is unlikely to be traded, according to president of baseball operations John Mozeliak. "For us, the one core we have is pitching," Mozeliak said before Thursday's series opener at Wrigley Field. "And to start trying to arbitrage that would have to be a very special-type deal, otherwise it […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoArDarius Stewart Hit With Two-Game Suspension
New York Jets wide receiver Ardarius Stewart has been suspended two games by the league for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs, according to sources. He tested positive for a diuretic or masking agent. As a rookie last year, Stewart had just six catches for 82 yards in 15 games. In a crowded Jets […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBraves Discussing Zach Britton
The Atlanta Braves have talked to the Baltimore Orioles about closer Zach Britton. The Braves are seeking bullpen help and have a loaded farm system. Britton might be the most coveted trade chip now that Manny Machado has been dealt, and it seems like a foregone conclusion that Britton will be playing for a different […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrewers Sign Richie Shaffer, Rymer Liriano
The Milwaukee Brewers signed free-agent outfielders Richie Shaffer and Rymer Liriano to minor league deals on Friday, according to a source. Both players will report to Triple-A Colorado Springs. Shaffer was released by the Indians on June 8 after hitting under .200 at Triple-A. He was a former first-round pick, though and managed 30 home […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJordan Lyles Knocked Around In Rehab Start
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Jordan Lyles (elbow) allowed three home runs in 2 2/3 innings for Triple-A El Paso on Thursday. Overall, he allowed four runs on six hits with no walks in his first outing since he felt a "strange" sensation in his elbow last month. He could make at least one more […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoFernando Tatis Jr. Injures Thumb
San Diego Padres shortstop prospect Fernando Tatis Jr. (thumb) injured his left thumb in a minor league game with Double-A San Antonio on Thursday while trying to steal his 17th base of the year. He also hit his 16th home run in the game, but the Padres will know more about his status on Friday. […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAndrew Toles Optioned To Triple-A
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andrew Toles was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Thursday to make room on the roster for newly-acquired shortstop Manny Machado. Toles had gone 6-for-23 (.261) with no home runs and four RBI in his short stay with the Dodgers. With Chris Taylor moving back to center field, there is just […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoClay Buchholz Expected To Start Tuesday
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Clay Buchholz (oblique), who was scheduled to throw around 75 to 80 pitches with High-A Visalia on Thursday, is expected to rejoin the rotation on Tuesday against the Cubs in place of starting pitcher Shelby Miller (elbow). Buchholz has been a nice surprise for Arizona this year, going 2-1 with a […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoFrancisco Liriano, Mike Fiers, Leonys Martin On Trade Block
The Detroit Tigers are trying to trade starting pitchers Francisco Liriano and Mike Fiers and outfielder Leonys Martin at the trade deadline, while starting pitcher Michael Fulmer and outfielder Nicholas Castellanos are on the back burner. A team would have to make a big push to land either Fulmer or Castellanos. The Tigers are clearly […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBartolo Colon Not Drawing Much Interest
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Bartolo Colon isn't drawing much interest on the trade market. It could change before the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline, but Big Sexy is 3-6 with a 6.31 ERA over his last 10 starts. At this point in his career, Colon doesn't have a whole lot left, but he can bring […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRangers Not Expected To Trade Adrian Beltre
The Texas Rangers aren't expected to trade third baseman Adrian Beltre unless circumstances change drastically. The team values the veteran for his leadership qualities and would prefer to keep him around for next year. Beltre is also willing to return and has a full no-trade clause. The 39-year-old has battled injuries this year, but he's […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoHarrison Bader Back To Full Strength
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) said his pain has subsided after resting during the All-Star break, and he was considered at full strength on Thursday. However, with manager Mike Matheny's firing, new manager Mike Shildt seems to be giving struggling outfielder Dexter Fowler another chance, which will hurt Bader's playing time. He's been […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBud Norris Was Available Thursday
St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris was available out of the bullpen on Thursday despite dealing with soreness lately. Jordan Hicks recorded a save on Sunday awith Norris unavailable. Norris has been great for the Red Birds this year with a 3.05 ERA, 0.97 WHIP, 17 saves and 11.7 K/9, but injuries have been a […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCardinals Could Look To Trade Jose Martinez
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Jose Martinez has found himself on the bench in each of the last two games after manager Mike Matheny was fired, as new manager Mike Shildt has preferred better defensive lineups. As a result, Martinez could be a candidate to be traded to an American League club where he could […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBrandon Morrow Undergoes MRI
Chicago Cubs closer Brandon Morrow (biceps) underwent an MRI exam on his forearm/biceps on Thursday. He said there was "stuff in there," but he doesn't think he'll need to be out too long. Morrow has been solid for the Cubs in the ninth this year with 22 saves, a 1.47 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and a […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDeshaun Watson Good To Go For Training Camp
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (knee) is expected to be "full-go" when training camp starts next week. “I feel great,” Watson told the NFL Network on Thursday night, via Adam Wexler of KPRC. “I’m getting ready for next week when we report to The Greenbrier; I’m going to be full-go.” He wasn't wearing his knee […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoYu Darvish Weeks From A Return
Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon did not have an update on starting pitcher Yu Darvish (elbow, triceps) on Thursday, and pitching coach Jim Hickey said that Darvish is weeks away from returning. In his first season in Chicago, so far Darvish has been a bust, both in real life and in fantasy. He hasn't pitched […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJordan Leggett's Knee Issues Behind Him
New York Jets tight ends coach Jimmie Johnson said tight end Jordan Leggett's knee issues are behind him after he missed all of 2017. The Jets will give him a long look to compete for the main pass-catching role that Austin Seferian-Jenkins had last season. However, rookie Chris Herndon is also in the mix after […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRobby Anderson Ready To Break Out?
New York Jets wide receivers coach Karl Dorrell thinks wide receiver Robby Anderson will be even better in 2018. He had 942 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in the absence of Quincy Enunwa last year as the team's top receiver and established himself as a deep threat in the league. Anderson is sixth in the […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoMets Haven't Dropped Asking Price For Two Aces
The New York Mets are interested in elite prospects and/or major league players in return for either starting pitchers Jacob deGrom or Noah Syndergaard, according to sources. Both deGrom and Thor aren't close to free agency, so it'd take a lot in return to pry either of them away from the Mets. deGrom also leads […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoRangers Won't Give Adrian Beltre Away For Free
Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said the team must be motivated to deal third baseman Adrian Beltre at the trade deadline. “I hope I’ve been clear with Adrian, and we’ve communicated with other teams. We’re going to have to be motivated to even have the conversation because, one, the player he’s been and is […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoDodgers Not Done Dealing
Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Farhan Zaidi said the team isn't necessarily done trading after acquiring shortstop Manny Machado from the Orioles this week. The front office knows the bullpen needs improvement, and Orioles closer Zach Britton, Mets closer Jeurys Familia, Reds closer Raisel Iglesias and Rangers closer Keone Kela are possibilities. Despite giving up […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoCubs Could Be Main Player For Zach Britton
Baltimore Orioles general manager Dan Duquette said his next efforts will be to trade closer Zach Britton, and sources are pointing to the Chicago Cubs as a main player for his services. Brandon Morrow has done a fine job as Chicago's closer, but he's been injured of late and just landed back on the disabled […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoBubba Starling To Miss Six Weeks With Dislocated Finger
Kansas City Royals outfielder Bubba Starling (finger) will miss six weeks with a dislocated finger. The injury was not baseball related. Starling, a former fifth overall pick in 2011, has been a bust so far and has yet to make it up to the big leagues. He is hitting .261 with only three home runs, […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoAllen Robinson Not Expected To Start Camp On PUP List
Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson (knee) is not expected to start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list, according to head coach Matt Nagy. Robinson tore his ACL in Week 1 with the Jaguars last year and missed the rest of the season. He was brought in in free agency to be […]
Keith Hernandez 6 years agoJimmy Smith Being Eased In
Baltimore Ravens veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith (Achilles) is suited up for practice on Thursday but will be eased in by the team. He's seven months removed from a significant Achilles injury but should be good to go for Week 1. Despite turning 30 next week, Smith remains one of the best corners in the league […]
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