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Not Much Concern About Jason Kipnis' Sore Back
Updating a previous report, Cleveland Indians second baseman/outfielder Jason Kipnis (back) is sitting out the first few spring training games due to a sore back. Kipnis himself said his back pain is caused by pushing himself too hard too early on in the spring. He said his body told him to take a break after taking... Read More
Cardinals Closer Role Will "Define in Time"
St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny stated that his team's closer role will "define in time." He continued, "Having a number of guys who can finish a game would be great. Somebody has to finish the last three." Relief pitcher Luke Gregerson would seem to be the leading candidate for now, but spring training performances will... Read More
Brandon Guyer Will Be Shut Down for a Couple of Days
Cleveland Indians outfielder Brandon Guyer (wrist) will be shut down for a couple of days to let the inflammation in his left wrist calm down. He will reportedly increase workouts next week. Guyer injured his wrist in the outfield earlier this week, and while there was a lot of concern at first, it seems Guyer... Read More
Jason Kipnis To Be Kept Out of Early Spring Training Games
Cleveland Indians second baseman/outfielder Jason Kipnis (back) will be held out of early spring training games due to a sore lower back. There doesn't seem to be a ton of concern regarding the soreness, but the oft-injured Kipnis is always someone to keep an eye on no matter how minor the injury may seem. Kipnis spent... Read More
Eagles Could Let Patrick Robinson Walk
The Philadelphia Eagles may let impending free-agent cornerback Patrick Robinson walk this offseason. Robinson was signed to a one-year, $1 million deal last offseason and had a career year for the world champion Eagles. He'll be looking for a much bigger contract this time around, and Philly simply doesn't have the salary cap space to... Read More
Ryan Merritt on the Roster Bubble
Cleveland Indians pitcher Ryan Merritt is on the roster bubble this spring and might have a hard time cracking the 25-man roster coming out of Spring Training. Merritt is out of options, which may complicate things, as Cleveland would risk losing him without any compensation if they choose not to carry him on the Opening... Read More
Alshon Jeffery's Goal is to be Ready for Week 1
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) underwent surgery on Wednesday to repair a rotator cuff injury he played with all season. The "goal" is for Jeffery to be ready to go for Week 1 of the 2018 season, but he "could" be ready earlier than that. Even if he is deemed ready, the Eagles... Read More
Brandon Guyer Has an MRI on His Left Wrist
Cleveland Indians outfielder Brandon Guyer had an MRI done on his left wrist on Wednesday. Guyer "tweaked" his wrist in the outfield on Tuesday and will be examined on Thursday in order to determine the next course of action. While there's nothing official yet, it sounds like Guyer might be facing an extended absence. Set... Read More
Cleveland Signs Carlos Torres
The Cleveland Indians signed free-agent pitcher Carlos Torres to a minor league contract with an invite to spring training. Torres is 35 and seems almost certain to serve as Triple-A depth, at best. He posted a 4.21 ERA and a 1.53 WHIP in 72 2/3 innings last season in Milwaukee. He can be used as... Read More
Andrew Miller Returns to Camp
Cleveland Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller (flu) returned to camp on Wednesday. Miller had missed the previous two days of practice with the flu. As he has been in recent years, Miller remains one of the top relief pitchers in baseball, but his fantasy value is limited by his role. He's a must-own in holds leagues,... Read More
Alshon Jeffery Has Surgery to Repair a Torn Rotator Cuff
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) underwent successful surgery on Wednesday morning to repair a torn rotator cuff. Jeffery suffered the injury in training camp before the season and somehow played through it all year, leading his team to a Super Bowl win. It bodes well for Jeffery, who should be even better on the... Read More
Duce Staley Promoted to Assistant Head Coach
The Philadelphia Eagles promoted Duce Staley to assistant head coach. Staley had been working as running backs coach, and was interviewed for the offensive coordinator position that eventually went to Mike Groh. Staley has been with the Eagles in a coaching role since 2011, and should have a chance to coordinate an offense before long.
Rajai Davis Signs With Cleveland
The Cleveland Indians signed outfielder Rajai Davis to a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training. Davis has an opt-out in his deal that allows him to become a free agent again on March 22 if he has not been added to the 40-man roster by then. Now 37, Davis will try to... Read More
Eagles Plan to Pick Up Nelson Agholor's Fifth-Year Option
The Philadelphia Eagles reportedly plan to exercise wide receiver Nelson Agholor's fifth-year option. Agholor looked like a bust in his first few seasons, but broke out in a big way in 2017, leading the team in catches and setting personal career highs in touchdowns and yards gained. The Eagles may look to sign him to... Read More
Eagles Unlikely to Bring Back Torrey Smith
The Philadelphia Eagles appear unlikely to bring wide receiver Torrey Smith back next season. Smith was signed to a three-year deal last offseason but is owed no guaranteed money, so he'd be an easy cut. With rookie Mack Hollins cutting into his snaps and Nelson Agholor finally playing like the guy he was drafted to... Read More
Jason Motte Signs With Cardinals
The St. Louis Cardinals signed free-agent relief pitcher Jason Motte to a minor league contract on Friday. Motte pitched in the Cardinals system from 2006 until 2014. He's bounced around with the Cubs, Rockies and Braves over the past three seasons. Last year, he posted a 3.54 ERA in 40 2/3 innings of work. He'll be... Read More
Dexter Fowler Healthy Again and "Fine With" His Position Change
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Dexter Fowler says he is healthy again and that he gained 15 pounds of muscle in the offseason. He added that he was "fine with" the move to right field, stating that "It'll prolong [his] career." Fowler has always had great fantasy upside, but injuries and slumps have kept him from... Read More
Brandon Graham is Looking for a Contract Extension
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham is looking to sign a contract extension. The 2010 first-round pick had a rough start to his NFL career but has since developed into one of the league's best defensive ends. He was Pro Football Focus' top 4-3 defensive end in 2016 and came in fourth in 2017. He'll... Read More
Danny Salazar Dealt With Shoulder Inflammation in the Offseason
Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Danny Salazar dealt with inflammation in his right rotator cuff in mid-January. He's resumed throwing since then and is reportedly doing well, but he is a "couple of weeks behind" where he should be at this point. It's unclear for now whether this will affect his availability for the beginning of... Read More
Eagles Re-Sign Taylor Hart
The Philadelphia Eagles re-signed offensive tackle Taylor Hart. Hart spent his first three years in the NFL as a defensive lineman but was buried on the depth chart. He switched sides to offensive tackle, but did not appear in any games in 2017. He'll provide offensive line depth for the Eagles backing up Lane Johnson... Read More
Carson Wentz Provides Updates on His Recovery
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) provided updates on his recovery from a torn ACL. He reiterated that his goal is to be ready to play at the start of the season. "That is definitely my goal. Timetables and all those things are always such a fluid thing," Wentz said. "Obviously can't come out and make... Read More
Cardinals Will Attend Tim Lincecum's Showcase on Thursday
The St. Louis Cardinals will attend free-agent starting pitcher Tim Lincecum's showcase on Thursday. Several teams have already been confirmed for the showcase that will start the righty's comeback attempt. He wasn't good with the Angels a couple of years ago, but early rumors state that Lincecum looks better and has gained some of his... Read More
Cody Anderson Will Throw His First Bullpen on Saturday
Cleveland Indians pitcher Cody Anderson (elbow) will throw his first bullpen session since undergoing Tommy John Surgery. He is scheduled to throw on Saturday. Anderson hopes to be ready for the beginning of the 2018 season, but Cleveland has the depth to allow him to come along slowly and will likely keep him out of games... Read More
Eagles Have No Plans to Hire an Offensive Coordinator
The Philadelphia Eagles reportedly have no plans to hire an offensive coordinator to take the place of the departing Frank Reich. Reich was hired as the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts after leading the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory as offensive coordinator. The Eagles appear to be going in house, possibly elevating both... Read More
Eagles Tight End Brent Celek Could Retire
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek could retire this offseason. Talk about going out on top. Celek was the blocking element of the Eagles tight ends, playing behind pass-catcher Zach Ertz. Celek was in on just over 40 percent of the offensive snaps taken by the Eagles in 2017. Celek has spent all 11 years... Read More
Kenny Vaccaro Drawing Interest From Cowboys
Free-agent defensive back Kenny Vaccaro has drawn interest from the Dallas Cowboys, according to a source. The former New Orleans Saint is now a free agent, and the Cowboys certainly have a need at defensive back. He's set to command a fairly large contract, but he played his college ball for the University of Texas... Read More
Bud Norris Could Be Used as a Starting Pitcher in St. Louis
Newly-signed St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Bud Norris may be given a chance to work as a starting pitcher this season. He's been working (and at times excelling) out of the bullpen in recent seasons, but the Cardinals have said he may get a chance to work in the rotation if any of their young arms... Read More
Francisco Lindor and the Indians Have Not Had Contract Extension Talks Lately
Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor and the team have not had any contract extension talks lately, according to a source familiar with the situation. The two sides were discussing a long-term deal last offseason, but it seems like those talks have been tabled for now. Rumors say Lindor turned down something along the lines of... Read More
Lance Lynn Drawing Interest from Several Teams
Free-agent starting pitcher Lance Lynn is reportedly drawing interest from seven or eight teams. The Milwaukee Brewers and Baltimore Orioles are confirmed to be among the teams showing interest, but they are also reportedly exploring the trade market for starting pitching as well. The source mentions that the Cardinals, Lynn's former team, are "not in... Read More
Indians Sign Stephen Fife
The Cleveland Indians signed pitcher Stephen Fife to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. Fife is 31 and hasn't pitched in a major league game since he underwent Tommy John Surgery in 2014. He spent 2017 with the Marlins organization and with the Seibu Lions in Japan. He's organizational depth, at... Read More
