Ryan Braun Not Comfortable At First Base

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun, who was playing left field in spring training Saturday, said he's "not remotely comfortable" playing at first base yet. Given Milwaukee's plethora of outfielders in 2018, the team would like Braun to move to first base and share time with Eric Thames. Injuries always remain a concern for Braun, too, […...

Nelson Cruz Scratched Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Nelson Cruz (illness) was scratched from the spring lineup Saturday because he wasn't feeling well. Cruz will be fine. He managed to hit .288 with 39 home runs, 119 RBI and a .549 slugging percentage in 556 at-bats for Seattle last year and will once again be a strong fantasy consideration, even […...

Jose Urena Named Opening Day Starter

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Jose Urena has been named the team's Opening Day starter. He'll get the nod over Dan Straily. On the surface, Urena was great in 2017 with a 14-7 record, 3.81 ERA and 1.27 WHIP, but when you look further, there are reasons to be skeptical. His FIP was 5.20 and he […...

Muhammad Wilkerson Visiting With Chiefs

Free-agent defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson said he is visiting with the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. After signing a big extension with the Jets, Wilkerson bombed out and wore out his welcome in the Big Apple. However, he's a high-end talent on the defensive line and may benefit from a change of scenery. He's just […...

Richard Sherman Meeting With 49ers

Free-agent cornerback Richard Sherman is scheduled to meet with the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, according to sources. San Fran would like to make sure Sherman has healed from his Achilles surgeries in the offseason, but they could sign him to a deal before he leaves the meeting. The Niners are trying to upgrade their […...

Patriots Acquire Danny Shelton

The New England Patriots are acquiring defensive tackle Danny Shelton from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a conditional pick, according to league sources. The third-year defensive lineman combined for 34 tackles in 14 games last year but is more of a run-stuffer, with just 1.5 sacks in his three seasons. The Patriots can use […...

Cardinals Tender Elijhaa Penny

The Arizona Cardinals extended a tender offer to exclusive-rights free-agent running back Elijhaa Penny. Penny will be back in 2018 after running 31 times for 124 yards (4.0 yards per carry) and two scores in his rookie season. He figures to be depth behind David Johnson next season and is unlikely to have any fantasy […...

Jarvis Landry Could Play Under Franchise Tag

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry and his new team have not included a long-term extension as part of the trade, and he could play out the 2018 season on the one-year franchise tag. The two sides will likely discuss an extension, but it's not a guarantee it will happen. Landry could choose to play […...

49ers Won't Pick Up Elvis Dumervil's Option

The San Francisco 49ers will not pick up linebacker Elvis Dumervil's option for the 2018 season, which will make him a free agent. He led the team with 6.5 sacks in 2017, and it was his highest sack total since he accumulated a whopping 17 quarterback takedowns with Baltimore in 2014. Dumervil, 34, isn't the […...

Panthers Tender Damiere Byrd

The Carolina Panthers tendered exclusive-rights free-agent wide receiver Damiere Byrd on Friday. Byrd had just 10 catches for 105 yards and two touchdowns (all career highs), but his season was cut short by arm and leg injuries. He'll return as receiver depth for the team, but he's unlikely to have much of a role, especially […...

Mitch Haniger Could Play In Games Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (hand) faced live batting practice on Friday and could begin playing in games as early as Saturday. Haniger has been out since the start of camp with a sore right hand but said he's feeling great. Injuries have been the issue so far in his major league career, but he […...

Justin Bour Scratched With Back Spasms

Miami Marlins first baseman Justin Bour (back) was scratched from spring action Saturday due to back spasms. The injury isn't considered serious, and the Marlins are just being cautious with the regular season quickly approaching. Bour will be the team's cleanup hitter in 2018 after hitting .289 with a career-high 25 home runs in 377 […...

Mike Evans Signs Extension

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and wide receiver Mike Evans agreed to a five-year, $82.5 million extension that will include $55 million in guarantees on Friday, according to sources. That means Evans is now under contract through the 2023 season. It's a big deal for a player that has opened his career with four straight 1,000-yard […...

Chris Johnson Interested In Return To Tennessee

Free-agent running back Chris Johnson indicated on Twitter that he would be open to a return to the Tennessee Titans. Formerly known as CJ2K during his time with the Titans from 2008 to 2013, Johnson played in just eight games with the Cardinals the last two years and put up a career-worst 2.5 yards per […...

Ravens Interested In Re-Signing Michael Campanaro

The Baltimore Ravens are interested in re-signing wide receiver/kick returner Michael Campanaro. He led the AFC in punt returns in 2017 but had just 19 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown in 13 games. Campanaro isn't worthwhile to fantasy owners unless you're in an extremely deep league that counts return yardage...

Kyle Rudolph Has Cast Removed

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (ankle) had his cast removed Thursday and expects to be ready by June. Barring a setback, Rudolph should be all systems go for training camp this summer. He had 57 catches for 532 yards and matched a team high with eight touchdown catches in 16 games. Rudolph's numbers tailed […...

Titans Cut Matt Cassel, Eric Weems

The Tennessee Titans are releasing quarterback Matt Cassel and wide receiver Eric Weems on Friday. Cassel made one start in place of Marcus Mariota last year, going 21-for-32 for 141 yards with a touchdown. Weems saw very limited offensive snaps and hauled in just one catch for five yards in 2017. He has a whopping […...

Adalberto Mondesi, Bubba Starling Still Sidelined

Kansas City Royals second baseman Adalberto Mondesi (shoulder) and outfielder Bubba Starling (oblique) both remain sidelined in camp. Mondesi will not throw for the next five days, while Starling will be out for a while and is a candidate to open the year on the disabled list, according to manager Ned Yost. Neither player really […...

Erasmo Ramirez Could Be Cleared To Throw Saturday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Erasmo Ramirez (shoulder) will meet with a team doctor Friday and could be cleared to play catch Saturday. Manager Scott Servais isn't ruling Ramirez out to open the year as the fifth starter, but with off days, the M's won't need a fifth starter until mid-April. Because of that, the Mariners […...

Felix Hernandez To Throw Friday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (forearm) will play catch again Friday and could move to a bullpen session soon, according to manager Scott Servais. Hernandez will likely need two to three starts in spring in order to be ready for the regular season. Time is running out for King Felix, but he could be […...

Zach Davies Throws Successful Bullpen

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Zach Davies (oblique) had no issues during a bullpen session Friday and is ready to move forward. That's great news, as oblique injuries can keep pitchers out for extended absences. As long as the right-hander doesn't have a setback for the rest of spring, he should be ready for the regular […...

Starlin Castro Looks To Be Favorite For Three-Hole

Miami Marlins second baseman Starlin Castro has mostly been hitting in the three spot in the batting order this spring, and manager Don Mattingly plans on mainly using Castro in the third spot during the season. The 27-year-old will hit in front of cleanup hitter Justin Bour. Castro has posted a career slash line of […...

J.T. Realmuto Scratched With Knee Contusion

Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto (knee) was scratched from Grapefruit League action with a left knee contusion Friday. The injury doesn't look to be very serious, so Realmuto should be fine. Despite the Marlins roster overhaul over the winter, Realmuto remains a top-five fantasy catcher, although his run and RBI totals will surely suffer in […...

Muhammad Wilkerson To Visit With Saints

Free-agent defensive lineman Muhammad Wilkerson left his visit with the Packers without a deal and will meet with the New Orleans Saints next, according to sources. Wilkerson wore out his welcome with the Jets after signing a big extension, but a change of scenery may serve him well. The Saints could really use help on […...

Bucs Re-Sign Ryan Fitzpatrick

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers agreed to re-sign quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. Fitz was forced into starting several games for Tampa last year with Jameis Winston injured, and the Amish Rifle had a 58.9 completion percentage with 1,103 yards, seven touchdowns and three interceptions. Fitzpatrick is an above-average backup in the NFL but isn't on the fantasy […...

Richard Sherman Likely To Be Released

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman is likely to be released by Friday, barring something unexpected. Seattle has explored trade options for Sherman, but nothing has materialized. He's due an $11 million salary in 2018 and is coming off two Achilles surgeries. The Seahawks are open to re-signing him at a lesser cost, but it's believed […...

Jose Bautista Not Considering Retirement

Free-agent outfielder Jose Bautista said he is not considering retirement. “Right now I’m just considering my options, and it depends on two criteria,” Bautista said in a phone conversation. “That’s winning and making sure that my family’s in a good situation.” The 37-year-old has major league offers on the table but is weighing his options. […...

Felix Hernandez Throws Thursday

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (forearm) had a successful throwing session Thursday, according to pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre Jr. Hernandez made 40 throws off flat ground. "He was freer and easier today,'' Stottlemyre said. As long as King Felix doesn't have anymore setbacks, he should be good to go for the regular season. But […...

Ichiro Suzuki To Play Regularly

Seattle Mariners veteran outfielder Ichiro Suzuki is expected to play four to six days a week to begin the season, at least until outfielder Ben Gamel's (oblique) return, according to general manager Jerry Dipoto. Helping Suzuki's cause is the fact that both Mitch Haniger and Guillermo Heredia have been dealing with injuries in spring training, […...

Mitch Haniger To Take BP Saturday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger (hand) will hit live batting practice against relief pitcher Nick Vincent on Saturday, and he could be cleared to participate in spring games after that. Injuries have been the problem so far for Haniger in his two seasons in the big leagues, but he's been adequate for fantasy owners when […...