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From the womb to the tomb, sports will always be apart of my life. I took my passion of sports and journalism with me as I graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh. During my tenure, I was a beat-reporter for five different sports, covering players, games, coaches and more. My third passion is competition. My favorite form of competition came about 15 years ago when I found out about fantasy sports. I've been in love ever since.
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Cardinals In The Hunt For Heyward
The Angels could be in the hunt for free agent outfielder Jason Heyward, according to Fox Sports. At this moment, the Angels “are only in the preliminary stages” in the search for a new outfielder, according to the report. Heyward’s name has come up in the discussion for the full-time outfield spot on the team.... Read More
Orioles Want To Bring Parra Back
The Baltimore Orioles are interested in signing Gerardo Parra to a new contract, according to ESPN.com. The outfielder was dealt to the Orioles at the deadline this past season. Parra didn’t do as well with the Orioles as he was doing with the Milwaukee Brewers for the first half of the season. He finished the... Read More
Nats Trying To Trade Papelbon And Storen
The Washington Nationals are looking to trade both Jonathan Papelbon and Drew Storen, according to ESPN.com. The Nationals acquired Papelbon by the trade deadline from the Philadelphia Phillies and made him the team’s closer. They removed Storen from the closer role and made him the set-up man. Storen bombed in the role while Papelbon was... Read More
Nationals 'Joined Dodgers' As Tops For O'Day
The Washington Nationals “have joined the Dodgers” as the leaders in the sweepstakes for free agent pitcher Darren O’Day, according to ESPN.com. CBS Sports also reported that the Atlanta Braves are in on the signing the relief pitcher. The relief pitcher is one of the most sought after pitchers this off-season. O’Day finished 2015 with... Read More
Indians, Tigers, Padres Want Reliever Tommy Hunter
Despite a bad season, Tommy Hunter is being sought after by the Cleveland Indians, Detroit Tigers, San Diego Padres and possibly a few other teams, according to CSNMidAtlantic.com. There’s always a shortage of pitching in MLB and these franchises are showing interest in the right-hander after his bad season. Hunter posted a 4.18 ERA in... Read More
Dodgers Targeting Jordan Zimmerman
The Los Angeles Dodgers are eyeing Jordan Zimmerman as their top target during the off-season, according to USA Today. The starting pitcher turned down a qualifying offer from the Washington Nationals, which makes him a free agent. If the Dodgers are able to sign Zimmerman, they’d have to forfeit a draft pick to the Nationals.... Read More
Orioles Discussing Trade For Jay Bruce
The Baltimore Orioles have talked to the Cincinnati Reds about acquiring Jay Bruce, according to Fox Sports. This is only preliminary talks between both teams although it shows that the Reds could be on their way of parting ways with the outfielder. Cincy is going through a rebuilding process and Bruce, Aroldis Chapman, Brandon Phillips... Read More
Emmanuel Sanders A 'Full Go' For Sunday, Not Practicing With Brock Osweiler This Week
Emmanuel Sanders is listed as questionable but is likely to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Gary Kubiak said he expects his wide receiver to be a “full go” despite dealing with an ankle and finger injury, according to The Denver Post. Peyton Manning won’t be starting at quarterback for the Broncos because... Read More
Sam Bradford Likely Out For Week 12, Eagles QB is Mark Sanchez's Job To Lose
Not only is Sam Bradford not expected to be the starting quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles this week against Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but there’s “no way” he’ll be ready for the Thanksgiving showdown against the Detroit Lions, according to NJ.com. Bradford left last week’s game against the Miami Dolphins early with a shoulder injury as... Read More
Dodgers And Giants Checking In On Shelby Miller
The San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers have checked with the Atlanta Braves on the availability of Shelby Miller, according to ESPN.com. These National League West rivals are gunning for the same starting pitcher and the Braves are willing to listen to any offers. The 25-year-old is up for arbitration and only made $535,000... Read More
Why Tigers Traded For K-Rod And Not Chapman
The Detroit Tigers acquired Francisco Rodriguez from the Milwaukee Brewers for infielder Javier Betancourt and a player to be named later, according to The Detroit Free Press. The Tigers have decided not to attempt to acquire Aroldis Chapman or any other top closer this off-season. Instead, Detroit was able to acquire one of the better... Read More
Mets 'Very Interested' In Zobrist: Conference Call Wednesday
The New York Mets are “very interested” in Ben Zobrist and the reigning National League champions are trying to make it happen, according to The New York Times. It appears as if this isn’t just a rumor because the Mets met with Zobrist’s representatives at the GM meetings and then held a conference call with... Read More
A's Negotiating With Pitcher Rich Hill
The Oakland A’s are negotiated a deal with pitcher Rich Hill, according to MLB Daily Dish. The Boston Red Sox called Hill up from the minors in September. The left-hander delivered four solid starts and delivered a nice 1.55 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 36/5 K/BB ratio in 29 innings. The San Diego Padres and Tampa... Read More
Giants Closing In On Kyle Blanks
The San Francisco Giants are closing in on a contract with utility player Kyle Blanks, according to The San Francisco Chronicle. The deal would be a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training. The move potentially deepens the roster of the 2014 World Series champions after a season where they failed to make... Read More
Phillies Acquire Hellickson From D-Backs For Pitching Prospect
In a quiet but crucial move for 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired starting pitcher Jeremy Hellickson from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for starting pitcher Sam McWilliams, according to Philly.com. The move puts Hellickson’s at the top of the Phillies rotation for 2016. The six-year veteran isn’t coming off a good year but will provide... Read More
D-Backs Eyeing Gallardo For 2015 Rotation
The Arizona Diamondbacks could be making a run at free agent pitcher Yovani Gallardo, according to ESPN.com. The right-hander opted to decline the Texas Rangers' $15.8 million qualifying offer in order to explore the open market. The D-Backs are the first name to surface to be Gallardo’s new landing spot. The market for pitching is... Read More
Who Are The 4 Prospects Heading To SD For Kimbrel?
The Boston Red Sox made the first big splash of the off-season when they acquired closer Craig Kimbrel from the San Diego Padres in exchange for four prospects. Fans are going to look at the move more in Boston setting up a deeper bullpen, but the prospects could make the deal a steal for San... Read More
Peyton Manning Back At Practice, Emmanuel Sanders Expected To Play Sunday
It hasn’t been the best offense throughout the 17-year career of Peyton Manning, but the good news is that the banged-up quarterback should be out there on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs while a banged-up Emmanuel Sanders will be out there catching passes despite an ankle injury. Sanders hasn’t practiced all week after hurting... Read More
Amari Cooper (Quad) And Latavius Murray (Concussion) Back At Practice Thursday
There was good news Thursday at the Oakland Raiders practice on Thursday as rookie wide receiver Amari Cooper and running back Latavius Murray returned. Murray suffered a concussion on Sunday during the Raiders’ 38-35 loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The running back was three yards shy of the 100-yard mark when he was forced to leave... Read More
Mets Ask Braves About Simmons: ATL Wants Harvey Or deGrom
Atlanta Braves shortstop Andrelton Simmons could be with a new team before the start of the 2016 season but it’s going to cost teams a lot if they want to acquire the infielder. The New York Mets were the first team to realize that when they checked the availability of the Braves’ star, according to... Read More
Cardinals Pursuing Zobrist
The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the teams interested in signing free agent Ben Zobrist to a multiyear deal, according to ESPN.com. The utility infielder is going to make some money on the market and the defending National League Central champions want to be the ones to provide it. After another solid regular season... Read More
Reds and D-Backs Discussing Trade Involving Phillips For Hill
The Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks have discussed a trade involving Brandon Phillips and Aaron Hill, according to Fox Sports. Phillips has to sign off on any trade, which will make it difficult to move the second baseman. The 34-year-old is owed $27 million through 2017, which means the Reds would likely have to eat... Read More
Reds May Move Chapman, Phillips, Frazier And Bruce
The Cincinnati Reds are looking to move both Aroldis Chapman, Brandon Phillips, Todd Frazier and Jay Bruce before the start of the 2016 season, according to BaseballEssential.com. The shutdown closer and second baseman are more likely to go than the others but there's a chance that all four players are gone before Spring Training. The... Read More
Pujols (Foot) Out 4 1/2 Months: Could Miss Opening Day
Albert Pujols underwent surgery on his foot last week and will be out of action for the next 4 1/2 months. The Angels slugger had a plantar plate repaired in his right foot. Pujols will now likely miss Opening Day for the 2016 season. The plantar fasciitis issue has been a nagging problem to the... Read More
Brantley Undergoes Shoulder Surgery: Out Till May
Michael Brantley will be sidelined between five and six months after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder Monday morning. The Cleveland Indians outfielder will likely miss all of Spring Training and potentially the first month of the 2016 season after he suffered a slight labrum tear when diving for a ball in September. This isn’t... Read More
Fielder And Harvey Win Comeback Player Of The Year Awards
Texas Rangers DH Prince Fielder has been named the AL Comeback Player of the Year for 2015 after an excellent season while the New York Mets Matt Harvey won the same award for the NL. In 2014, Fielder only played in 42 games until he was required to undergo season-ending surgery on his neck. After... Read More
Mondesi Makes MLB History With Debut In WS
Raul Mondesi made MLB history on Friday when he became the first player to make his MLB debut during a World Series. The Kansas City Royals infielder pinched-hit in the fifth inning of the game for pitcher Matt Duffy. Mondesi struck out swinging against Noah Syndergaard on an almost 100 mph fastball. Even though the... Read More
Wright Blasts Homer, Drives In 4 During Mets Win
David Wright might have been the star of Game 3 of the World Series when he delivered a homer and four RBI for the New York Mets victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday. The Mets captain went 2-for-5 on the night with two clutch hits. Wright blasted a homer of Yordano Ventura during... Read More
Syndergaard Strikes Out 6 For Mets WS Victory
Noah Syndergaard got the job done on the mound for the New York Mets during Game 3 of the World Series against the Kansas City Royals. The rookie right-hander fanned six over six innings pitch for the big Mets victory on Friday. Syndergaard was in and out of trouble early although eventually he went on... Read More
Cespedes Starting In CF, Conforto In LF
Yoenis Cespedes is starting in center field and batting cleanup for the New York Mets in Friday's Game 3 of the World Series against the Kansas City Royals. Cespedes had trouble on the first defensive play of the World Series, which led to an inside-the-park home run for Alcides Escobar. In Game 2, the 30-year-old... Read More
