Matt Mervis Expected To Open Season On Bench

Chicago Cubs first baseman Matt Mervis will likely open the regular season on the bench, according to Jared Wyllys of CHGO Sports. This decision is a product of an offseason trade in which Chicago acquired first baseman Michael Busch from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Given that the Cubs are expected to play Busch on a […]

Javier Assad, Drew Smyly, Hayden Wesneski In Mix For No. 5 Role

Chicago Cubs pitchers Javier Assad, Drew Smyly, and Hayden Wesneski are expected to compete for the fifth starting pitcher role during Spring Training, according to MLB.com's Jordan Bastian. Former first-round pick Jordan Wicks is also in the mix, but Bastian notes that he's likely "better served" opening the year at Triple-A. That leaves three pitchers […]

Jordan Wicks Could Open Season In Minors

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jordan Wicks is a candidate to open the year at Triple-A Iowa, according to MLB.com's Jordan Bastian. Wicks is presumably competing with Javier Assad, Drew Smyly, and Hayden Wesneski for the No. 5 role in the rotation, and Bastian notes that Wicks could be "better served" establishing a starter's routine in […]

Walker Buehler Won't Be Ready For Opening Day

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (elbow) is currently on a "slow program" and won't be on the Opening Day roster, manager Dave Roberts said Saturday. As Eric Stephen of SB Nation notes, it's currently unclear whether Buehler will participate in extended spring training or a different method of rehab. Outside of one Triple-A […]

Prelander Berroa, Zach DeLoach Traded To White Sox

The Chicago White Sox have acquired right-handed pitcher Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach, and the 69th overall pick in the 2024 draft from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for reliever Gregory Santos, per ESPN's Jeff Passan. Berroa is a young right-handed prospect who bypassed Triple-A to make his MLB debut last season. He's an interesting […]

Mariners Acquire Gregory Santos From White Sox

The Seattle Mariners have acquired relief pitcher Gregory Santos from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for right-hander Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach, and the 69th pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Santos made a handful of appearances between 2021 and 2022 but truly emerged last year, amassing a […]

Ji-Hwan Bae Could Open Season As Pirates' Fourth Outfielder

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Ji-Hwan Bae is likely to open the 2024 season on the bench, according to Jake Crouse of MLB.com. It's still unclear who will start the year as the Pirates' second baseman, and while Crouse acknowledges that Bae is in the mix, he also writes that it's "unlikely Bae will get the majority […]

Oscar Colas Expected To Open 2024 In Minors

Chicago White Sox outfielder Oscar Colas is expected to start the 2024 season in the minor leagues, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Colas drastically underwhelmed during his debut season last year, slashing just .216/.257/.314 with a 4.6 BB%, 27.0 K%, and 53 wRC+. He was also a letdown in the outfield with his -8.4 […]

Josh Rojas, Dylan Moore Expected To Platoon At Third Base

Seattle Mariners infielders Josh Rojas and Dylan Moore, who had been projected to split time at second base in 2024, will now likely shift their platoon to third base following a trade that sent Jorge Polanco to Seattle. More than two-thirds of Polanco's appearances last season came at second base, so he'll get first dibs […]

Carlos Santana Signs With Twins

Free-agent first baseman Carlos Santana has agreed to a one-year deal with the Minnesota Twins worth roughly $5.25 million, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. The veteran split 2023 with the Pirates and Brewers, slashing .240/.318/.429 while slugging 23 homers. He maintained respectable levels of discipline at the plate with his 10.5 walk rate […]

Brewers Entertaining Possible Devin Williams Trade

The Milwaukee Brewers "have entertained the possibility" of trading star closer Devin Williams, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. This news comes on the heels of a big night for the Brewers as they traded starter Corbin Burnes to the Baltimore Orioles. Milwaukee has already parted with Burnes and Brandon Woodruff this offseason, so […]

Cardinals Sign Keynan Middleton

Free agent reliever Keynan Middleton has agreed to a contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. The 30-year-old split 2023 with the White Sox and Yankees, posting a 3.26 xFIP, 11.37 K/9, and 56.5 percent ground ball rate over 51 appearances. On a less positive note, he struggled with walks […]

Ethan Small Designated For Assignment

Milwaukee Brewers left-handed pitcher Ethan Small has been designated for assignment. This move creates space on the 40-man roster for Joey Ortiz and DL Hall after they were acquired in exchange for Corbin Burnes on Thursday evening. Small is a former first-round pick but struggled in limited action over the last two seasons. Through 10.1 […]

Twins Could Look To Bring Back Michael A. Taylor

The Minnesota Twins are considered a possible landing spot for veteran outfielder Michael A. Taylor, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Taylor was mentioned as a potential target after the Twins created payroll by trading Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners. The veteran outfielder spent 2023 with the Twins, slashing .220/.278/.442 while slugging a […]

Cardinals, Ryan Brasier Engage In Ongoing Talks

Free-agent relief pitcher Ryan Brasier and the St. Louis Cardinals have "engaged in talks," according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post Dispatch. The Cardinals aren't alone, though, as Goold notes "they are one of several teams" in negotiations with the veteran right-hander. Brasier was cut loose by the Red Sox after a woeful […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Super Bowl Updates for George Kittle, Kadarius Toney

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Super Bowl, as of January 31. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Super Bowl, including George Kittle and Kadarius Toney. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, every decision, transaction, and lineup change matters. […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Conference Championship Updates for Deebo Samuel, Mark Andrews, Sam LaPorta, Isiah Pacheco

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Conference Championship, as of January 27. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Conference Championship, including Deebo Samuel, Mark Andrews, Sam LaPorta, and Isiah Pacheco. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, every decision, transaction, […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Conference Championship Updates for Christian McCaffrey, Mark Andrews, Deebo Samuel

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Conference Championship, as of January 24. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Conference Championship, including Christian McCaffrey, Mark Andrews, and Deebo Samuel. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, every decision, transaction, and lineup […]

Lions To Re-Open Extension Talks With Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions are expected to "ramp up" contract extension talks with quarterback Jared Goff this upcoming offseason, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Goff has looked excellent in his third season with Detroit, completing 67.3 percent of his passes for 4,575 yards, 30 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. All the while, the 29-year-old has led […]

Commanders Interview Eric Bieniemy For Head Coaching Job

The Washington Commanders interviewed offensive coordinator and assistant head coach Eric Bieniemy for their vacant head coaching job last week, according to Josina Anderson of CBS Sports. She notes that the interview was "detailed and checked all of the boxes." The Commanders are in the depths of an important search for their next head coach […]

Chase Edmonds Suiting Up Against Lions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Chase Edmonds (toe) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. Edmonds occupied a depth role behind Rachaad White this year, averaging 3.8 carries and 14.5 rushing […]

Shaquil Barrett Active For Divisional Round

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's playoff game against the Detroit Lions. He missed two consecutive practices before returning in a limited capacity on Friday. His presence in practice allowed him to enter the weekend with a "questionable" designation, and now it appears that he's healthy enough to play. […]

Sam LaPorta Officially Active Versus Buccaneers

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (knee) is active for Sunday's playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He had been listed as questionable. While there never appeared to be major concern about the rookie's status, it should be noted that he did downgrade to a limited participant in practice on Thursday and Friday. Nevertheless, […]

Jordan Love, Packers To Revisit Extension Talks This Offseason

The Green Bay Packers and quarterback Jordan Love are expected to re-engage in contract extension talks during the offseason, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 25-year-old has drastically exceeded expectations in his first season as the Packers' starter, leading them to the Divisional Round of the playoffs while completing 64.2 percent of his passes […]

Charles Omenihu, Willie Gay Questionable To Face Bills

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu (illness) and linebacker Willie Gay (neck) have been downgraded to questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Both players had been on the injury report earlier this week but did not initially carry an injury designation into the weekend. Now, their status is up in the […]

Devin Duvernay Active For Divisional Round

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devin Duvernay (back) is officially active for Saturday's game against the Houston Texans. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after the Ravens activated him from injured reserve. Over 13 games during the regular season, Duvernay amassed just four receptions for 18 total yards. He […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Divisional Round Updates for Mark Andrews, Stefon Diggs, Aaron Jones, Chris Godwin

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, as of January 20. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Divisional Round, including Mark Andrews, Stefon Diggs, Aaron Jones, and Chris Godwin. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports: Divisional Round Updates for Christian McCaffrey, Mark Andrews, Zay Flowers, Aaron Jones

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for players in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, as of January 17. The injury statuses for various NFL players are up in the air for the Divisional Round, including Christian McCaffrey, Mark Andrews, Zay Flowers, and Aaron Jones. As fantasy football and sports betting continue, […]

Full NFL Divisional Round Playoff Schedule: How To Watch Each Game This Weekend

After an exciting Wild Card Round, we officially move one week closer to crowning an NFL champion. This past weekend saw plenty of exciting finishes, the elimination of two NFC East powerhouses, and very cold weather. Next, the eight remaining teams will battle for the right to play in their respective conference championships. When is […]

Kareem Hunt Interested In Re-Signing With Browns

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt remains interested in re-signing with the team during the upcoming offseason, he told Jake Trotter of ESPN. The veteran "loves the organization" but does intend to consider other opportunities outside of Cleveland this offseason, too. Hunt joined the Browns prior to Week 3 in an effort to bolster the […]