Pete Crow-Armstrong Not Expected To Open Season As Leadoff Hitter

According to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score, the Chicago Cubs are not expected to utilize young outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong as their leadoff hitter early in the season. Manager Craig Counsell said he is "open-minded" about the decision but will probably not have him open the season in that role. The head skipper also noted […]

Max Scherzer Drawing Interest From Toronto

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet, free-agent pitcher Max Scherzer is drawing interest from the Toronto Blue Jays. Nicholson-Smith noted that while Scherzer is already drawing interest from the Blue Jays, adding another top bat from the market, such as Anthony Santander or Pete Alonso, could create an even more appealing destination for the 40-year-old. […]

Cubs, Blue Jays Pursuing Carlos Estevez

According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, the Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays are among the teams pursuing free-agent relief pitcher Carlos Estevez. Morosi noted that following the signings of A.J. Minter and Tanner Scott, the relief pitcher market is heating up. Morosi also reported that the Cubs offered Tanner Scott a four-year […]

Rangers Sign Chad Wallach To Minor-League Deal

According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, the Texas Rangers have signed catcher Chad Wallach to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Wallach did not make an appearance in the majors last season. He spent the entire campaign with Triple-A Salt Lake and posted a .247/.337/.430 line with 15 doubles, […]

Jake Oettinger Sharp On Sunday

Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger stopped 33 of the 34 shots he faced on Sunday evening en route to defeating the Detroit Red Wings. Oettinger's lone blemish came in the final period when Marco Kasper beat him on a tip-in goal. The Stars got out to an early three-goal lead in the first period which […]

Jason Robertson Stays Hot On Sunday

Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson continued his impressive stretch on Sunday evening with a goal and an assist during their victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Robertson scored on the power-play in the opening frame and tacked on a primary assist on Wyatt Johnston's third period goal. This performance extended his point streak to […]

Chris Kreider Scores In Sunday's Loss

New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider scored during Sunday's overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Kreider would find the back of the net late in the second period on a tip-in goal. Even though the 33-year-old has had a disappointing season, he is beginning to find his footing. This was his second goal in […]

Brendan Gallagher Busy On Sunday

Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher tallied two points during their overtime victory over the New York Rangers on Sunday evening. Gallagher scored his 11th goal of the season in the opening frame with a tip-in goal. Later in the second period, Gallagher would tally the primary assist on Christian Dvorak's fourth goal of the […]

Jakub Dobes Extends Winning Streak

Montreal Canadiens rookie goaltender Jakub Dobes won his fifth-straight game on Sunday evening. He defeated the New York Rangers in overtime and stopped 23 of the 27 shots he faced. This was the first time in he allowed more than three goals in an NHL contest. Three of these goals came during even-strength play, while […]

Anton Forsberg Snaps Losing Skid On Sunday

Ottawa Senators goaltender Anton Forsberg got back in the win column on Sunday in his victory over the New Jersey Devils. The 32-year-old netminder stopped 25 of the 26 shots he faced. His lone blemish came in the second period when Tomas Tatar scored his fourth goal of the season on a backhand. Forsberg entered […]

Charlie Kolar Questionable To Return

According to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar (arm) is questionable to return to Sunday's playoff game against the Buffalo Bills. The tight end sustained this injury during the second half. Before exiting, Kolar did not see a target in the passing game but did log one tackle on special […]

Taylor Rapp Will Not Return On Sunday

According to the team, Buffalo Bills safety Taylor Rapp (hip) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens. The defensive back sustained this injury during the first half. He was eventually carted to the locker room during the second quarter. Before exiting, Rapp tallied two tackles (one solo) […]

Taylor Rapp Questionable To Return

According to the team, Buffalo Bills safety Taylor Rapp (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens. Rapp sustained this injury during the first half. He was seen being carted to the locker room in the second quarter. Before exiting, Rapp tallied two tackles (one solo) and one pass deflection. […]

Quinyon Mitchell Avoids Serious Injury, Optimistic For Championship Game

According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Philadelphia Eagles rookie defensive back Quinyon Mitchell (shoulder) is believed to have avoided a serious shoulder injury during Sunday's victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Schultz noted that despite leaving Sunday's game early, the team is "hopeful and optimistic" for his status in the NFC title game against […]

Rasheen Ali Inactive On Sunday Night

According to the team, Baltimore Ravens running back Rasheen Ali (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's playoff game against the Buffalo Bills. Ali did not carry an injury designation into this game but will instead watch this game from the sidelines. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Derrick Henry to operate as the lead […]

Deonte Harty Active On Sunday

According to the team, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Deonte Harty (knee) is active for Sunday's playoff game against the Buffalo Bills. Harty has been on the injured reserve since suffering a knee injury during their Week 6 contest against the Washington Commanders. Over his first five games of the season, Harty has logged just six […]

Ray Davis Active On Sunday

According to the team, Buffalo Bills rookie running back Ray Davis (concussion) is officially active for Sunday's playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens. Davis sustained this concussion during their wild-card victory over the Denver Broncos. Davis was able to log three straight limited practice sessions and was able to turn the corner in time for […]

Zay Flowers Officially Inactive On Sunday

According to the team, Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's playoff game against the Buffalo Bills. Flowers sustained this knee injury during their Week 18 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The top wideout has been unable to practice each of the previous two weeks. Flowers was able to do […]

MLB Pipeline Names Kristian Campbell As Top Second Base Prospect Entering 2025

MLB Pipeline named Boston Red Sox prospect Kristian Campbell as the top second base prospect entering the 2025 season. Campbell was selected in the 2023 MLB Draft out of Texas Tech. Campbell was given a brief look at High-A ball in 2023 and held a .267/.400/.422 line across a small 14-game stint. In 2024, the […]

Boston Remaining Active In Bullpen Search

According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Boston Red Sox remain active in the relief pitcher market. Cotillo said that even though the team was targeting Tanner Scott, who signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier on Sunday, the team wants to add "another veteran reliever" to their bullpen. While several of the names the […]

Ryan Helsley, Cardinals Not Having Extension Conversations

According to Jeff Jones of BND.com, the St. Louis Cardinals and right-handed pitcher Ryan Helsley are not having contract conversations. Helsley said he was "almost certain" he was going to be traded during the winter due to a lack of contract discussions. The relief pitcher noted, "But you know, at the same time, it's a […]

Rangers Still Looking To Bolster Bullpen

According to Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News, the Texas Rangers are expected to continue to look for options to strengthen their bullpen. During the team's FanFest on Saturday, President of Baseball Operations Chris Young said, "Some of that's going to need to come internally with our player development, and some of it may […]

Corey Seager, Evan Carter Expected To Be Ready For Spring Training

According to Shawn McFarland of the Dallas Morning News, Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (hip) and outfielder Evan Carter (back) are expected to be fully healthy heading into spring training. Seager underwent sports hernia surgery during the fall and has been able to perform baseball activities in December. Before cutting his season short, Seager held […]

Sam Cosmi Set For MRI Following Divisional Round

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Washington Commanders right guard Sam Cosmi (knee) is set to undergo an MRI on his right knee. The 25-year-old sustained this knee injury during their victory over the Detroit Lions on Saturday evening. Cosmi suffered this injury during the second quarter and needed assistance to leave the field. […]

Ainias Smith Inactive For Divisional Round

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver Ainias Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams. The Texas A&M product was also a healthy scratch during the wild-card round when the Eagles faced the Green Bay Packers. During the regular season, Smith caught just seven passes for 41 yards and a […]

Tyler Johnson Not Suiting Up In Divisional Round

According to the team, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tyler Johnson (coach's decision) will not suit up on Sunday afternoon to face the Philadelphia Eagles in the divisional round. The 26-year-old also sat out during the wild-card round. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, and Demarcus Robinson to lead the […]

Bobby Brown III, Ahkello Witherspoon Officially Active To Face Philadelphia

According to the team, Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Bobby Brown III (shoulder) and defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon (thigh) are both active for Sunday's playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Brown could not practice all week and is expected to return to his rotational role on the defensive line. Last week against the Vikings, Brown […]

Alaric Jackson In, Justin Dedich Out On Sunday

According to the team, Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Alaric Jackson (chest) is active, and offensive guard Justin Dedich (illness) is inactive for Sunday's playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Jackson sustained this injury during last weekend's wild-card victory over the Vikings. He missed practice twice this week but was able to turn the corner. […]

Kevin Plawecki Retires From Professional Baseball

Catcher Kevin Plawecki announced his retirement from professional baseball on his personal social media on Saturday. He was then hired by the San Diego Padres as a player development coach, according to Mike Mayer of Metsmerized. The 33-year-old spent most of his big league career with the New York Mets and Boston Red Sox. Through […]

Padres Sign Niko Goodrum To Minor-League Deal

According to MLB.com, the San Diego Padres have signed second baseman Niko Goodrum to a minor-league deal. Goodrum made only 13 appearances in the major leagues last summer, split between Tampa Bay and Los Angeles. Across this brief stint, the infielder posted a .103/.188/.103 line. Through 60 games at the Triple-A level, the 32-year-old posted […]