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Are You For Real? Surprising MLB Pitcher Starts from Week 23
Elvis Andrus Sits Again Due to Back Spasms
Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus (back) will take the day off again with back spasms on Wednesday. The Rangers star stated that "it's just too cold for me" and won't participate in team workouts. For fantasy owners, there does not appear to be any lingering concern or long-term issues, so consider Andrus still safe from a... 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.
Adrian Beltre Open-Minded to Changing Role
Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre told Jeff Wilson of the Star-Telegram that he's considering acquiescing to spending more time serving as the designated hitter. This is music to fantasy owners' ears, as this would mean less time at the physically-demanding hot corner. Beltre will play most of the upcoming season at age 39, so... Read More
Homer Bailey Fully Healthy Heading Into 2018
Cincinnati Reds right-hander Homer Bailey enters Spring Training fully healthy for the first time in several seasons. Bailey has undergone several surgical procedures on his right arm over the past few seasons, including Tommy John surgery in 2015. The veteran made 18 starts for the Reds in 2017, finishing with a 6-9 record and a... Read More
Cody Bellinger Won't Play Outfield This Spring
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told L.A. Times reporter Andy McCullough that the club has "no plans" to use first baseman Cody Bellinger in the outfield this spring. Bellinger spent most of his rookie season manning first base but also played all three outfield positions. He's considered a top-25 outfielder, so hopefully the Dodgers will... Read More
Adrian Beltre Hopes the Rangers Add Free Agents
Jeff Wilson of the Star Telegram reports that Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre hopes the team adds some firepower before the 2018 season. Beltre, entering his 21st season, believes that the core roster is good enough to compete for a playoff spot and potentially a division championship, but thinks that general manager Jon Daniels should... Read More
Seung-Hwan Oh Diagnosed with Ligament Inflammation
The results of the MRI for free-agent relief pitcher Seung-Hwan Oh (elbow) are in, and it appears that he is suffering from ligament damage in the elbow of his throwing arm. While the injury is considered not to be serious, apparently the ailment, along with some increasing contractual demands, were enough to submarine his deal with... Read More
Rangers No Longer Signing Seung-hwan Oh
MLB.com's T.R. Sullivan reports that the Texas Rangers have called off a previously reported deal with free-agent relief pitcher Seung-hwan Oh after an MRI discovered damage in his throwing arm. This will have major consequences for the Texas bullpen, as Oh was expected to serve as the either the team's closer or eighth-inning setup man.... 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
Alex Wood Throws Cautiously Despite Bad Ankle
Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Alex Wood (ankle) threw off the mound in Arizona on Friday, dispelling the severity of his ankle injury. Wood rolled his ankle during a running drill on Thursday and was sidelined briefly until further tests and X-rays, but he told SportsNet LA's Alanna Rizzo that he could have... 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
Bruce Maxwell's Legal Issues Continue
Oakland A's catcher Bruce Maxwell's legal issues will bleed into the regular season. He had a settlement conference on Monday, but it was left unresolved. He will have another meeting on April 13. This means Maxwell will report to spring training without resolution in his legal issues, which stem from an October arrest for disorderly... 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
Kristaps Porzingis Done For Year With Torn ACL
New York Knicks power forward Kristaps Porzingis (knee) will miss the remainder of the season with a torn ACL in his left knee. The first-time All-Star came down awkwardly after a dunk in Tuesday's contest against the Bucks and instantly grabbed his knee as he fell down on the hardwood. This is obviously a devastating blow... Read More
Josh McDaniels Declines Offer to Become Next Colts Head Coach
In a shocking move, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has chosen to remain with the team mere hours after the Indianapolis Colts declared him to be their next head coach. Everyone was fooled by McDaniels seemingly already being one foot in the Colts organization's door, as the official Colts Twitter account announced that... Read More
La'el Collins Restructures His Contract With Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle La'el Collins had $150,000 of his 2018 salary converted into a signing bonus. He will receive that money immediately, but the team will be able to spread the cap hit evenly across the next two seasons. The move gives the Cowboys a little bit of help with the salary cap. Collins... Read More
