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Tigers "All-In" On Alex Bregman
According to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press the Detroit Tigers are "all-in" on free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. Earlier this offseason, is was reported that the Tigers had interest, but this recent report suggests Bregman may be on the top of their list. This past week, the Tigers brought in second baseman Gleyber […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Blue Jays, Angels Considered "Front-Runners" For Anthony Santander
According to Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press, the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Angels are considered the "frontrunners" for free agent outfielder Anthony Santander. While Petzold mentions the Detroit Tigers are in the running, they are far from the favorites to land him. Last summer the 33 year-old switch-hitter posted a .235/.308/.506 […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Wade Miley Hopes To Pitch In Spring Training
According to Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, free agent starting pitcher Wade Miley (elbow) is hoping to pitch in Spring Training and return to the regular season sometime in May. Miley underwent a UCL operation after making just two starts last season. Earlier this offseason, the Milwaukee Brewers declined his club option but […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Trevor Williams Returning To Washington On Two-Year Deal
According to Stephen J. Nesbitt of The Athletic, the Washington Nationals are signing starting pitcher Trevor Williams to a two-year contract worth $14 million. The 32-year-old was limited to just 66 2/3 innings (13 starts) last summer due to a flex strain but performed very well with a 2.03 ERA and a 1.04 WHIP. He […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Anze Kopitar Leads Los Angeles To Comeback Victory Over Philadelphia
Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar tallied two goals to lead Los Angeles to a come from behind victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday evening. The Kings were trailing heading into the third period but Kopitar struck twice to put them on top. Kopitar's first tally of the final frame came on a deflection […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Jamie Benn Tallies Three Points On Sunday
Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn tallied a goal and two assists in their victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday evening. Benn found the back of the net in the final minutes of the opening frame on a wrist shot. He then tallied the primary assist on Jason Robertson's power-play goal in the second […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Leevi Merilainen Stands Tall In Sunday's Victory
Ottawa Senators goaltender Leevi Merilainen stopped 30 of the 31 shots he faced in his victory over one of the top clubs in the sport, the Minnesota Wild. Merilainen's lone blemish came in the opening frame as Frederick Gaudreau scored on a tip-in. However, Merilainen was able to shut Minnesota down the rest of the […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Leon Draisaitl Scores Twice In Sunday's Loss
Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl found the back of the net twice during their loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. Draisaitl scored the game's opening goal on the power-play on a snap shot that beat Anaheim netminder Lukas Dostal. Then in the second, Draisaitl struck again on the power-play, this time on a slap […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Ilya Samsonov Posts 31-Save Shutout On Sunday
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Ilya Samsonov stopped all 31 shots he faced en route to shutting out the Calgary Flames on Sunday evening. The Knights claimed the lead in the second frame and Samsonov was able to keep the door shut throughout. The backup goaltender is now riding a four-game win streak. Over this impressive […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Sidney Crosby Sets Franchise Record In Victory
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby set the Penguins assist record in their victory over the New York Islanders on Sunday evening. Crosby made history in the second frame by tallying the primary assist on Michael Bunting's power-play tally. This assist put him above Mario Lemieux for the most assists in Penguins history. Crosby finished this […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Terry McLaurin Has Disappointing Showing In Week 17
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin hauled in just one of his seven targets during their victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday evening. His lone catch went for just five yards. McLaurin had a tough time getting open facing standout Atlanta defensive back A.J. Terrell who shadowed him all evening. Instead, No.2 wide receiver […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Zach Ertz Scores Twice In Playoff-Clinching Victory
Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz caught six of his seven targets for 72 yards and two touchdowns in their victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night. Ertz had caught just three passes in total over his past two games but was able to snap this cold streak in a big way. The veteran […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Olamide Zaccheaus Catches Eight Passes On Sunday Night
Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus caught eight of his nine targets for 85 yards and a score during their victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday evening. Zaccheaus got on the scoresheet early catching the first score of the game on a seven-yard strike from Jayden Daniels. Zaccheaus' targets, receptions, and yards paced all […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Punches In Score On Sunday Night
Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. ran for 16 yards and a score on five carries on Sunday evening in their victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Rodriguez also tallied 12 yards on his lone reception. The sophomore running back punched in his score in the fourth quarter on a two-yard carry. While Brian Robinson […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Brian Robinson Jr. Has Quiet Showing In Victory
Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. tallied 60 yards on 13 attempts in their victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday evening. Robinson caught both of his targets for nine yards. While Robinson did see most of the rushing attempts he was unable to find the back of the end zone for the third […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Jayden Daniels Leads Washington To Playoff Berth
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels went 24-for-36 with 227 passing yards and three scores en route to clinching a playoff spot by defeating the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday evening. Daniels added an impressive 127 yards on the ground on 16 attempts. Daniels found Olamide Zaccheaus in the opening quarter on a seven yard TD […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Josh Bell Returning To Washington
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Washington Nationals are signing free agent first baseman Josh Bell to a one-year contract worth $6 million. Bell opened the 2024 campaign with the Miami Marlins before being acquired by the Arizona Diamondbacks later in the season. Across 145 total games, the switch-hitter held a […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Toronto Showed Interest In Gleyber Torres
According to Sports Illustrated, the Toronto Blue Jays expressed interest in second baseman Gleyber Torres before he signed a contract with the Detroit Tigers. Earlier this offseason, the Blue Jays acquired second baseman Andres Gimenez from the Cleveland Guardians but were also interested in adding further depth to their infield. Instead, Torres ended up signing […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Freddy Tarnok Agrees To Contract With Miami
According to Aram Leighton of Just Baseball Media, the Miami Marlins have signed right-handed pitcher Freddy Tarnok to a contract that includes an invite to Spring Training. The 26-year-old has logged only 15 1/3 career inning in the major leagues. Across this small stint, he has held a 4.70 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP. Through […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Giants Have Pete Alonso "On Their Radar"
According to a source, the San Francisco Giants have free-agent first baseman Pete Alonso "on their radar." Earlier this offseason, the Giants made a big splash by signing shortstop Willy Adames to the largest contract in their franchise history. The team was also heavily linked to starting pitcher Corbin Burnes but fell short in the […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Vidal Brujan Acquired By Chicago
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Chicago Cubs are acquiring infielder Vidal Brujan from the Miami Marlins in exchange for first baseman Matt Mervis. Brujan began his big league career with the Tampa Bay Rays before moving to Miami last summer. Across a hefty 227 games at the Triple-A level, the infielder held a […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Matt Mervis Traded To Miami
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Miami Marlins are acquiring first baseman Matt Mervis from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for infielder Vidal Brujan. The 26-year-old was a former top prospect in the Chicago system but was never able to put it together in the majors. However, in the minor leagues, the first baseman […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
DeVonta Smith Eclipses Century Mark, Scores Two Touchdowns
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith caught six of his seven targets for 120 yards and two touchdowns in their decisive victory against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon. Smith left the game for a brief window with a wrist injury. However, that did not seem to alter his performance as he paced all Philadelphia […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Jonathan Taylor Tallies 125 Yards, Scores Twice
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor ran the ball 32 times for 125 yards and two scores in their loss to the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon. He also brought in two of his four targets for 11 yards. Taylor punched in his first score of the game in the second quarter on a […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Mike Evans Hauls In Eight Passes, Scores Twice
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans caught eight of his nine targets for 97 yards and two scores during their demanding victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday afternoon. Evans did most of his damage in the first half by scoring twice. He caught his first score on a two-yard pass in the opening […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Baker Mayfield Tosses Five Scores In Week 17
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield went 27-for-32 with 359 yards and five scores in their blowout victory over the Carolina Panthers. Mayfield connected with his top wideout Mike Evans twice, both times in the red zone. He also found rookie wide receiver, Jalen McMillan for two scores, once from 10 yards out and the […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Malik Nabers Tallies 171 Yards, Two Touchdowns In Victory
New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers caught seven of his eight targets for 171 yards and two scores in their victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Nabers found the back of the end zone in the opening quarter on a 31-yard pass from Drew Lock. Then in the fourth quarter, Nabers tallied his second […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Drew Lock Throws For 300 Yards With Four Scores In Victory
New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock went 17-for-23 with 309 yards and four scores in their victory over the Indianapolis Colts. Lock also added a rushing score. Lock tallied his first score of the afternoon on a 31-yard pass to rookie standout Malik Nabers. In the second, Lock found Darius Slayton on a 32-yard TD […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
De'Von Achane Drops To Risky RB2 Territory Without Starting Quarterback
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane becomes a risky RB2/high-end flex option if Tua Tagovailoa (hip) is unable to play this afternoon. Tagovailoa was initially listed as questionable but was then downgraded to doubtful on Saturday. Achane has been enjoying an impressive stretch of performances over his past six contests averaging a stellar 21.4 PPR […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago
Bryce Huff Questionable To Return
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Bryce Huff (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. Huff returned from his five-game absence due to a wrist injury in this game but is now headed back to the locker room. Before exiting he did not tally a tackle. Across his first ten games of […]
Andy Smith 2 months ago