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Greg Robinson Signs With Browns
The Cleveland Browns signed offensive lineman Greg Robinson to a deal on Tuesday. Robinson, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 draft, played six games with the Detroit Lions in 2017 before coming down with an ankle injury. Robinson, originally drafted by the St. Louis Rams, is one of the bigger draft busts in […]
Matt T 6 years agoJaylen Samuels Flashing Versatility
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Samuels is turning some heads during the offseason, mostly due to his skills in the passing game. The rookie running back played all over the field in college at North Carolina State, lining up as a running back, wide receiver, and a tight end with the Wolfpack. Steelers head coach […]
Matt T 6 years agoBen Roethlisberger Not Worrying About Contract
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is two years away from becoming a free agent but he told reporters that he is more concerned about winning games. Roethlisberger stated, "I care about record-breaking Super Bowl wins and things like that -- that's more important to me." Roethlisberger even mentioned that he would be willing to take […]
Matt T 6 years agoBaker Mayfield Still Has A Long Way To Go
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield has made progress since the team made him the No. 1 overall pick in this year's NFL draft. That being said, Mayfield still has a way to go before he is ready to unseat Tyrod Taylor as the team's starting quarterback. Mayfield has already earned second-team reps in practices, but […]
Matt T 6 years agoDoubts Remain About Corey Coleman's Work Ethic
According to a story by beat reporter Scott Petrak, the Cleveland Browns still have doubts about wide receiver Corey Coleman's work ethic and football intelligence. There continue to be rumors about the Browns wanting to trade Coleman, who was their first-round draft pick back in 2016. The Browns drafted wideout Antonio Callaway in the fourth […]
Matt T 6 years agoAustin Corbett Could Be Browns Starting Left Tackle
The Cleveland Browns have to worry about filling the left tackle position for the first time since they drafted Joe Thomas back in 2007. With Thomas now retired, the team has a position battle for who will emerge as the starter at the position. It is expected to come down to rookie Austin Corbett and […]
Matt T 6 years agoMiguel Sano Grabs Two Hits In Minors
Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano made his first start for the Class A Fort Myers Miracle on Monday. He wound up going 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Sano struggled with injuries and his hitting with the big league club throughout the season and was demoted to Class A last week. There […]
Matt T 6 years agoIan Kennedy Coughs Up Five Runs Monday
Kansas City Royals right-hander Ian Kennedy struggled in his start against the Texas Rangers on Monday. Kennedy allowed Texas to score five runs in six innings of work, striking out eight and walking three. Like usual, the home run ball is what led to most of Kennedy's struggles. He allowed two dingers in the game, […]
Matt T 6 years agoWhit Merrifield Playing Monday
Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield (knee) is in the starting lineup on Monday as the team's designated hitter. Merrifield left Sunday's game after he fouled a ball off of his knee with what the team called a bruise. He was called day-to-day at the time and is apparently feeling fine as he is […]
Matt T 6 years agoJoey Votto Drives In Two Sunday
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto turned in a solid game in his team's 8-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Votto went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. The big game gives Votto a .302/.425/.444 slash line to go along with six homers, 32 RBI, 34 runs, and 14 doubles. While he […]
Matt T 6 years agoEduardo Escobar Picks Up Three Doubles
Minnesota Twins third baseman Eduardo Escobar stayed red-hot at the plate on Sunday. Escobar went 3-for-4 with three doubles and one RBI in his team's 4-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians. The big game raises Escobar's batting average to .302 with a .932 OPS, 30 doubles, 12 homers, 34 runs, and 45 RBI in what […]
Matt T 6 years agoEugenio Suarez Blasts Homer Saturday
Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, a walk, and a strikeout in his team's 6-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. The homer gives Suarez 13 on the season, to go along with a .299 batting average, .951 OPS, 30 runs, and 50 RBI on the year. Suarez […]
Matt T 6 years agoLogan Morrison Drives In Three Saturday
Minnesota Twins first baseman Logan Morrison had a big hand in helping to beat the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. Morrison went 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run, and three RBI as the Twins beat Cleveland 9-3. The big game raises Morrison's batting average to .194 with a .650 OPS, seven homers, 26 runs, and 24 […]
Matt T 6 years agoBrian Dozier Rips Two-Run Homer Friday
Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier went 1-for-4 with a homer and three RBI in his team's 6-3 win over the Cleveland Indians on Friday. Dozier's highlight of the night was a two-run homer off of two-time Cy Young winner Corey Kluber in the fourth inning. With the return of Joe Mauer, who hit leadoff, […]
Matt T 6 years agoNick Senzel Unlikely To Be Promoted In Near Future
Cincinnati Reds top prospect Nick Senzel has been on a hot streak at Triple-A Louisville, which has caused the cries for him to be promoted to grow louder. Reds general manager Nick Krall told reporters, "We just want to make sure he has a place to play. He's been progressing well, and he's making good […]
Matt T 6 years agoHomer Bailey Scratched From Next Rehab Start
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey (knee) has been scratched from his next scheduled rehab start. Bailey was set to make his second rehab start at Triple-A Louisville on Saturday but his injured knee is bothering him too much. According to interim manager Jim Riggleman, “He pulled himself off of the rehab. He just wasn’t feeling […]
Matt T 6 years agoMason Rudolph Could Push For Backup Job
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph has performed well in offseason team practices. According to reports, the rookie has performed better than any Pittsburgh rookie quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger. So well, in fact, that many associated with the team believe he could make a serious push to become the team's backup quarterback behind Roethlisberger. Landry Jones […]
Matt T 6 years agoCorey Coleman Entering Make-Or-Break Year
New Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley did not hold back when asked about wide receiver Corey Coleman on Thursday. Haley stated, "He understands this is a big, big year in his career. Year three is usually the make-or-break year of what kind of you're going to be. I've made that clear to him. He […]
Matt T 6 years agoCleveland Offensive Coordinator: Tyrod Taylor Is A Team Leader
Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Todd Haley told reporters on Thursday that rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield has a long way to go and that Tyrod Taylor is the team's leader. Haley stated, "I would say it's clear Tyrod (Taylor) is the leader of this team, and that's a big component of that position also." Taylor reportedly […]
Matt T 6 years agoScooter Gennett Scores Twice
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Scooter Gennett went 2-for-4 with two runs in his team's 7-0 win over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. The game raises Gennett's season batting average to .341 with a .928 OPS, 12 homers, 35 runs, 47 RBI, and one steal. It has been an impressive campaign for a player who […]
Matt T 6 years agoJose Peraza Drives In One Run Wednesday
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jose Peraza turned in a big game against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. Peraza went 2-for-5 with a double, a run, and one RBI in his team's 7-0 win. The young infielder is now batting .267 with a .640 OPS, two homers, 34 runs, 18 RBI, and nine steals this season. […]
Matt T 6 years agoEduardo Escobar Drives In Two Wednesday
Minnesota Twins shortstop/third baseman Eduardo Escobar went 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday. Escobar was one of the few bright spots for the Twins, as he provided all the offense in his team's 5-2 loss. The veteran infielder has been impressive at the plate this season, batting .291 […]
Matt T 6 years agoBrian Dozier Hitless Wednesday
Minnesota Twins second baseman Brian Dozier saw his struggles continue on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers. Dozier went 0-for-2 with a walk and a run scored in his team's 5-2 loss. The hitless performance drops Dozier's batting average to .233 with a .716 OPS, nine homers, 39 runs and 26 RBI this season. Dozier's struggles […]
Matt T 6 years agoDavid Njoku Expected To Make Big Step Forward
Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku finished his rookie season in 2017 with 32 catches for 386 yards and four touchdowns. According to head coach Hue Jackson, Njoku wore down as the season went on, an occurrence which is not unheard of for a rookie. That being said, Jackson expects Njoku to take a big […]
Matt T 6 years agoJuJu Smith-Schuster Limited With Knee Injury
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster is being limited in minicamp with a knee injury. Smith-Schuster himself called the injury "frustrating" but he is expected to be fine for the start of training camp. The second-year receiver wouldn't divulge exactly what is bothering his knee, stating, "Just something that's been bothering me over time. Kind […]
Matt T 6 years agoSeveral Key Browns Missing Minicamp
The Cleveland Browns opened minicamp without several key players on Wednesday. Linebackers Mychal Kendricks (ankle) and Jamie Collins (knee), along with rookie wide receiver Antonio Callaway (groin), will all not participate in minicamp. According to a report, head coach Hue Jackson expects all three to be on the field when training camp opens. Kendricks was […]
Matt T 6 years agoHomer Bailey Struggles In First Rehab Appearance
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey (knee) was hit hard in his first rehab start on Monday. Bailey has been on the disabled list with right knee inflammation since June 1. The veteran hurler allowed five runs in three innings at Triple-A Louisville, walking one and striking out one while throwing 68 pitches. Bailey's struggles at […]
Matt T 6 years agoEhire Adrianza Turns In Massive Game Tuesday
Minnesota Twins shortstop Ehire Adrianza turned in a huge game against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday. Adrianza went 3-for-4 with a grand slam to provide all the offense in his team's 4-0 win. The utility infielder normally isn't known as an offensive force but he certainly could have fooled the Tigers on Tuesday. Adrianza is […]
Matt T 6 years agoJoe Mauer Hitless In First Rehab Game
Minnesota Twins first baseman Joe Mauer (concussion) went 0-for-3 on Tuesday in his first rehab game with Triple-A Rochester. The veteran served as Rochester's designated hitter on Tuesday and is expected to play a full nine innings at first base on Wednesday. Mauer has been on the disabled list since mid-May with a concussion but […]
Matt T 6 years agoByron Buxton Showing Progress
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton (toe) was reportedly on the field stretching with his team before Tuesday's game. Buxton has been on the disabled list since May 30 after trying to play through a fractured left big toe, which he originally suffered in late April. Manager Paul Molitor told reporters that Buxton isn't likely to […]
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