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Jose Ramirez Forced to Leave Tuesday's Game
Cleveland Indians infielder Jose Ramirez was forced to leave Tuesday's spring training game due to a laceration on his left middle finger. He's listed as day-to-day, but manager Terry Francona said more information would be provided later on. For now, it doesn't seem like a serious injury, but with Opening Day just two days away,... Read More
"Safe to Say" Nick Foles Will Remain an Eagle
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson told ESPN reporter Sal Paolantonio that it is now "safe to say" that Super Bowl MVP quarterback Nick Foles will remain with the team for the start of the 2018 season. There were plenty of rumors swirling that Foles would be traded this offseason, but the Eagles reportedly never received... Read More
Carlos Carrasco Finishes Up a Rough Spring
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco finished up a rough Cactus League season on Monday night, pitching four innings while allowing six runs on five hits. Carrasco closes out the spring with a 7.71 ERA and five home runs allowed in 18 2/3 innings. Still, he flashed his upside, striking out 23 and walking only... Read More
Rob Refsnyder Won't Make the Opening Day Roster
Cleveland Indians infielder Rob Refsnyder has been informed that he will not make the Opening Day roster. Refsnyder had a chance to make the team as a backup infielder, but he struggled in Cactus League play, hitting just .191/.298/.362. He'll likely make some big league appearances this season, but he won't have any legitimate fantasy... Read More
Eagles Want to Re-Sign Darren Sproles
Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson said he would like to re-sign running back Darren Sproles. Sproles missed most of the 2017 season due to a torn ACL. Pederson also mentioned that Sproles has expressed interest in returning to Philadelphia. Sproles had said he would retire after the 2017 season, but he changed his tone a... Read More
Carson Wentz Won't Participate in the Offseason Program
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said that quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) will not participate in the offseason program. Wentz is of course recovering from an ACL tear but has been making good progress. Pederson said he's encouraged by Wentz's progress, and the team is "confident" that Wentz will be ready to go for Week 1.... Read More
Brice Butler Has Several Visits Lined Up
Free-agent wide receiver Brice Butler, formerly with the Dallas Cowboys, has visits lined up over the next two weeks with the Bears, Seahawks, Jaguars and Cardinals. Butler was a seam stretcher in Dallas but was underutilized. He's a guy who may end up skyrocketing in fantasy value if he ends up in the right situation.... Read More
La'el Collins Could Move Back to Left Guard
Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman La'el Collins could move back to left guard for the 2018 season. Collins played right tackle in 2017, but wasn't very effective. With the Cowboys signing Cameron Fleming, Collins should have the opportunity to move back to the position where he was more effective. The Cowboys have made several signings to... Read More
Jason Witten is "All In" for 2018
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten is "all in" for the 2018 season, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones. There have been rumblings that Witten was being courted by several media outlets after last season, but the 36-year-old will be returning for his 16th NFL season. He certainly has a future in TV, but... Read More
Cowboys "Still Need to Talk" to Dez Bryant
Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said the team "still needs to talk" to wide receiver Dez Bryant about his contract. Jones specified that the team did not sign Allen Hurns to replace Bryant, but he also left the door open for the team drafting a wide receiver with the 19th overall pick in... Read More
Terrance Williams Recovering from a Broken Foot
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams is recovering from a broken foot and may not be ready to participate in the offseason program. Williams suffered the injury in the offseason and underwent surgery about four weeks ago. He's reportedly going to "miss some time" in the offseason program, and with foot injuries being tricky to... Read More
Cowboys Re-Sign Joe Looney
The Dallas Cowboys agreed to re-sign offensive lineman Joe Looney. He'll add depth to the Dallas offensive line and has experience playing at both guard spots as well as at center. He's not a starter but can work as a valuable swingman and provides solid depth to a strong line.
Chris Long Tells the Eagles He'll Play in 2018
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long has told the Eagles he will return for the 2018 season. There were rumors that Long was considering retirement, but the Eagles restructured his contract, guaranteeing him most of his money, which may have convinced him to return. If the newly acquired Michael Bennett is able to play, Long... Read More
Cowboys Sign Marcus Martin
The Dallas Cowboys signed offensive lineman Marcus Martin. Martin can play at guard and at center. He met with the Detroit Lions earlier, but decided to sign with the Cowboys. Martin was a third round pick by the San Francisco 49ers in 2014, but hasn't played since 2016. He'll offer depth on the Cowboys offensive... Read More
Yonder Alonso Continues His Excellent Spring
Cleveland Indians first baseman Yonder Alonso continued his excellent spring on Friday, mashing his seventh home run. Alonso leads the Cactus League in home runs and has posted a 1.390 OPS. He was excellent in the first half last season but faded after the All-Star Break. Alonso was signed to replace Carlos Santana when Santana... Read More
Mike Mayers and John Brebbia Make the Opening Day Roster
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitchers Mike Mayers and John Brebbia were informed that they have made the Opening Day roster. Barring injury, the Cardinals 25-man roster is set for next week. Mayers and Brebbia will work in middle relief and won't have much fantasy value unless they move up the depth chart.
Dominic Leone and Tyler Lyons to Share Closer Duties to Start the Season
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitchers Dominic Leone and Tyler Lyons will split closer duties to kick off the season while Luke Gregerson (hamstring) starts the year on the disabled list. With Gregerson already having a less-than-solid grasp on the ninth inning, it wouldn't be a surprise to see either Lyons or Leone take over the... Read More
Luke Gregerson Will Begin the Season on the Disabled List
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson (hamstring) will begin the season on the 10-day disabled list. Gregerson started out Spring Training with an oblique injury then suffered a hamstring injury once he returned. Manager Mike Matheny announced that Dominic Leone and Tyler Lyons would split closer duties while Gregerson was out. There's a decent... Read More
Carlos Torres Released
The Cleveland Indians released right handed pitcher Carlos Torres on Saturday. Torres was informed he would not make the Opening Day roster after posting a disappointing 6.10 ERA and 1.94 WHIP in Cactus League play. He struck out nine but walked six. Torres will try to catch on with another team, but may have to... Read More
Matt Belisle Makes the Team
Cleveland Indians pitcher Matt Belisle has been informed that he has made the Opening Day roster as a member of the bullpen. Belisle struggled in Cactus League play, putting up a 6.10 ERA and a 2.03 WHIP, but Cleveland must have seen some promise in his pitching to give him a spot in the bullpen.... Read More
Cowboys Sign Cameron Fleming
The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms on a contract with offensive tackle Cameron Fleming. Fleming played for the New England Patriots for the past four seasons, playing well according to Pro Football Focus' grades. He played the role of a swingman in New England, but he should compete for a starting role at right tackle... Read More
Cowboys Restructure Jason Witten's Contract
The Dallas Cowboys restructured tight end Jason Witten's contract. It'll give Dallas about $3.5 million in much-needed cap space for 2018. Witten will turn 36 in May, and while there were some rumors that he was considering retirement, this contract restructuring shows that he's likely to be with the team in 2018. His fantasy value... Read More
Ryan Merritt Will Start the Season on the Disabled List
Cleveland Indians left handed pitcher Ryan Merritt will start the 2018 season on the disabled list with a tired shoulder. Manager Terry Francona said the issue came from an earlier knee injury that Merritt suffered in the offseason. Merritt is out of options, so he would have had to pass through waivers if he wasn't... Read More
Michael Bennett Indicted on a Felony Charge
Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Michael Bennett has been indicted on a felony charge for injuring someone at Super Bowl 51. Bennett was at the Super Bowl as a fan to watch his brother play, and allegedly pushed his way onto the field, shoving a 66-year-old paraplegic employee of Houston's NRG Stadium. Bennett is facing a... Read More
Malcolm Jenkins Underwent Thumb Surgery
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Malcolm Jenkins underwent thumb surgery to repair ligaments in his left thumb. Jenkins himself described the procedure as "offseason maintenance" and he does not expect to miss any time leading into the 2018 season. Jenkins is one of the league's best safeties and should continue to anchor a strong Eagles secondary... Read More
Luke Gregerson Dealing With a New Injury
St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Luke Gregerson has been dealing with a hamstring injury that has kept him from pitching in Grapefruit League games. Gregerson started out Spring Training with an oblique issue that kept him off the mound, and now he has not appeared in a game since March 20 due to the hamstring... Read More
Yairo Munoz Makes the Opening Day Roster
St. Louis Cardinals utility player Yairo Munoz has made the Opening Day roster. Munoz beat out Harrison Bader and Luke Voit for the last spot on the roster. He hit three home runs and slashed a strong .376/.423/.625 in Grapefruit League play. Acquired in the Stephen Piscotty trade, Munoz can play in the infield and... Read More
Harrison Bader and Luke Voit Optioned to Triple-A
The St. Louis Cardinals optioned first baseman Luke Voit and outfielder Harrison Bader to Triple-A Memphis on Friday. Bader had a chance to make the team, but he would have served as a reserve outfielder at the big league level and the team would prefer to have him get consistent at bats instead. Both Bader... Read More
Mike Napoli to Decide on a Minor League Deal on Friday
The Cleveland Indians released first baseman/designated hitter Mike Napoli on Thursday, and he will decide to day if he will accept a minor league contract to return to the organization. He was told by the club upon his official release that he would be welcomed back on a minor league contract if he was willing... Read More
Eagles Sign Mike Wallace
The Philadelphia Eagles have signed free agent wide receiver Mike Wallace to a one-year contract. Wallace will replace Torrey Smith as the Eagles deep threat. It's a huge blow to Mack Hollins, who seemed to be coming on nicely at the end of last season. Wallace is a slightly better version of Torrey Smith, so... Read More
