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Yadier Molina Cleared for Baseball Activities
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (groin) has been cleared for all baseball activities. Molina hasn't played since May 5 due to a groin injury, but manager Mike Matheny said, "I imagine he’ll be playing pretty soon," on Wednesday. Francisco Pena and Carson Kelly have been working behind the plate while Molina has been on... Read More
Marcell Ozuna Scratched From the Lineup on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna was scratched from Wednesday's starting lineup due to a jammed finger. Ozuna reportedly suffered the injury while sliding into second base on Tuesday night. The team does not seem overly concerned, however, even saying that Ozuna would be available off the bench for Wednesday's game. He should be back... Read More
Alex Reyes Forced to Leave His Start
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes was forced to leave his start on Wednesday with an undisclosed injury. It was the phenom's first start back after rehabbing from Tommy John Surgery, so of course there is plenty of concern. Reyes dominated in the first inning but struggled with control and saw his velocity dip... Read More
Mike Clevinger Collects Another Win on Tuesday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Mike Clevinger pitched well on Tuesday, tossing 6 2/3 innings while allowing just one run on four hits and two walks while striking out seven. Clevinger had a rough second inning, allowing as many hits and walks in that one as in the rest of the game. He's been a pleasant... Read More
Matt Carpenter Stays Hot on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter stayed hot on Tuesday, hitting a home run and walking twice, including once with the bases loaded. Carpenter got off to an absolutely awful start to the season, but he's been on fire for a while now, hitting .404 over the past two weeks. He's brought his average up... Read More
Michael Wacha Wild but Effective on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Michael Wacha was a bit wild but overall effective in Tuesday's win. He tossed 6 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on two hits and four walks. Both of the hits he allowed were singles, and the only run he gave up only scored after he left the game and... Read More
Alex Reyes Activated for Wednesday's Start
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes (elbow) was activated from the 60-day disabled list and will make Wednesday's start. Mike Mayers was optioned to Triple-A and Dominic Leone was transferred to the 60-day disabled list in corresponding moves. Reyes is fully recovered from Tommy John Surgery and absolutely dominated his four minor league rehab... Read More
Mike Mayers Sent Back Down to Triple-A
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Mike Mayers was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday. He'll go back down to make room for Alex Reyes on the 25-man roster. Mayers is one of a few Cardinals relievers who has gone up and down several times already this season. He'll likely be back up before too long.
Dominic Leone Transferred to the 60-Day Disabled List
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Dominic Leone (arm) was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. He had been on the standard 10-day DL due to nerve damage in his throwing arm, but he will now be out until at least July. The move allowed the Cardinals to activate Alex Reyes for Wednesday's start. Leone should... Read More
Francisco Lindor Gets a Day Off on Wednesday
Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game. It's a regular day of rest for Lindor, who will be replaced at shortstop by Erik Gonzalez. Gonzalez will bat ninth, with Greg Allen leading off. Lindor should be right back in there for Thursday's series opener against the Twins.
Tommy Pham Getting Wednesday Off
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Tommy Pham is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game. It's just a day off for Pham, who isn't dealing with any kind of injury. He is, however, dealing with a rough offensive slump. After starting the season absolutely on fire, Pham's line is down to .279/.383/.491. It is still... Read More
Dexter Fowler Returns to the Lineup on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (knee) will make his return to the starting lineup for Wednesday's game. Fowler has been out of the lineup since being hit by a pitch on Saturday, but the injury was never considered a major one. He'll be batting sixth and playing right field against the Milwaukee Brewers. With... Read More
Carlos Martinez Scheduled for a Rehab Appearance in Double-A
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (lat) is scheduled for an abbreviated rehab start with Double-A Springfield on Thursday. The next step is still to be determined, and likely relies on how he feels after Thursday's action. It's possible he'll be deemed ready to make his return to the rotation after Thursday's outing. Martinez... Read More
Dexter Fowler Out Again on Tuesday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (knee) remains out of the starting lineup for Tuesday's game. Fowler hasn't been in the lineup since he was hit by a pitch on Saturday, but the fact that he hasn't been placed on the disabled list yet implies he's not too far from making his return. Harrison Bader... Read More
Yan Gomes Out of the Lineup for Tuesday's Game
Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes is not in the lineup for Tuesday's Game. Roberto Perez will get the start, catching Mike Clevinger. It's just a routine day of rest for Gomes and nothing for his fantasy owners to concern themselves over.
Adam Plutko Optioned to Triple-A
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Adam Plutko was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Tuesday. Plutko pitched well in his first couple of starts but allowed five runs in five innings to the White Sox on Sunday. He's essentially the sixth starter for Cleveland and will surely be back the next time someone is needed to step... Read More
Carlos Martinez To Make a Rehab Start This Week
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez (lat) will make a rehab start this week as he works his way back from a lat injury. While the exact details of his rehab start aren't clear yet, reports state that Martinez could rejoin the Cardinals rotation next week as long as all goes well in his... Read More
Derek Barnett Participated Fully in OTAs
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Derek Barnett (hernia) was able to participate fully in organized team activities. He had a sports hernia operation after the Super Bowl but is fully recovered and had no issues participating fully in voluntary OTA practices. He was a first-round pick last year and is expected to play an even bigger... Read More
Darren Sproles Did Not Attend OTAs
Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (knee) did not attend organized team activities last week. Sproles did work out at home instead but was not with the team for the voluntary week of practice. Sproles is 34 and coming off an ACL tear but is expected to play a large role in the Eagles backfield... Read More
Cowboys Plan to Extend Zack Martin Before the Season Starts
The Dallas Cowboys plan to sign guard Zack Martin to an extension before the season begins. Martin is in a contract year and is skipping organized team activities because he wants an extension. He's looking for a new contract that will pay him $13 million per year, which would make him the highest paid guard... Read More
Jordan Hicks Participates in Individual Drills
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks (Achilles) was able to participate in individual drills during organized team activities. Hicks tore his Achilles in October and was unable to do any work during team drills, but he was able to work on his own. After cutting Mychal Kendricks last week, the Eagles will need Hicks to be... Read More
Michael Gallup Pegged for 450 Yards and Four Scores
Jon Machota of the Dallas Morning News predicts that Dallas Cowboys rookie wide receiver Michael Gallup will gain 450 yards and score four touchdowns this season. The third-round pick could end up as the Cowboys top receiver, but Machota thinks that won't provide a huge receiving line in an offense that is sure to rely... Read More
Matt Jones in the Lead for the Fourth Running Back Spot
Philadelphia Eagles running back Matt Jones is reportedly in the lead for the fourth running back spot on the Eagles final roster. Jones was signed in early May and will compete with Donnel Pumphrey, Wendell Smallwood, and Josh Adams for the final spot on the running back depth chart. Barring injuries, Jay Ajayi, Corey Clement,... Read More
Dexter Fowler Still Out of the Lineup on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler (knee) is still out of the lineup for Monday's game. Fowler was hit by a pitch on Saturday and had to exit the game with a bruised knee. Harrison Bader will make the start in Fowler's place. Fowler is expected to be back soon and isn't likely to require... Read More
Marcell Ozuna Dropped From the Cleanup Spot on Monday
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna is batting fifth on Monday instead of in the cleanup spot where he's been most of the season. Ozuna has had a rough start to the season and to his Cardinals career, but he was finally upping his batting average, going 10 for his last 18 over the past... Read More
Trevor Bauer Pitches Into the Eighth Inning on Sunday
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Trevor Bauer pitched 7 1/3 innings on Sunday, allowing four runs on five hits and two walks while striking out 13. The 13 strikeouts were a season-high for Bauer, who had to settle for a no-decision in a game Cleveland would win in the 14th inning. Bauer is just 4-3, but... Read More
Bud Norris Picks Up a Save With a Perfect Inning on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals closer Bud Norris earned a save on Sunday, closing out an 8-6 win with a perfect ninth inning. Norris earned a save with a perfect inning in Saturday's game as well, giving him two saves with two perfect innings in a row. The Cardinals and owners of Norris were happy to see... Read More
Miles Mikolas Pitches Six Decent Innings on Sunday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas was decent on Sunday, allowing four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out five. Mikolas left the game on track for a loss, but the Cardinals offense had his back and came back to take the lead in the eighth inning. Mikolas has a 2.58... Read More
Jack Flaherty Gives Up Just One Run on Saturday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty picked up a win and a quality start on Saturday, tossing six innings while allowing just one run and striking out four. He allowed two walks and four hits, one of which was a solo home run. The win moved his record to 2-1 and lowered his ERA... Read More
Alex Reyes Set to Start on Wednesday
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Alex Reyes is scheduled to return from the disabled list and make Wednesday's start against the Milwaukee Brewers. Reyes simply embarrassed minor league hitters in his rehab starts, striking out 44 in 23 innings without allowing a single run to cross the plate. He's coming back from Tommy John Surgery,... Read More
