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Washington Commanders drop veteran safety Will Harris amid roster shake-up
sports4 hours ago

Washington Commanders drop veteran safety Will Harris amid roster shake-up

Washington Commanders released eight-year safety Will Harris as part of routine late-roster churn after a preseason that showcased younger options; Harris, who started nine games in 2025 but dealt with a fractured fibula, was seen as expendable amid the addition of safety Nick Cross and a deeper group featuring Quan Martin, Jeremy Reaves, and Percy Butler, plus other roster moves including moving an edge rusher to IR. The decision followed heavy evaluation of players and a quirk in practice where Stefon Diggs wore Harris’ No. 3 jersey in a game, foreshadowing the move.

via Hogs Haven|
#nfl#roster-moves#safety
Knicks Lead a Fluid Offseason as NBA Power Rankings Take Shape
sports1 day ago

Knicks Lead a Fluid Offseason as NBA Power Rankings Take Shape

Five weeks before camps open, this offseason NBA Power Rankings by Law Murray sorts teams into tiers from Top Contenders to Basement Floor, noting how late free-agent signings and trades—plus high-profile moves around LeBron, Giannis, and LaMelo—have reshaped expectations. The piece highlights roster churn across the league (with the Knicks at No. 1 and teams like Spurs, Thunder, 76ers, Cavaliers, Hawks and Warriors adjusting to new rosters), emphasizes the importance of health and depth, and treats the rankings as a suspenseful snapshot of a still-evolving landscape rather than a finished forecast.

via The New York Times|
#basketball#nba#offseason
Heat land Klay Thompson, unlock two roster spots under hard cap
sports1 day ago

Heat land Klay Thompson, unlock two roster spots under hard cap

Heat sign Klay Thompson to a $5.6 million first-year deal, gaining cap flexibility to fill both the 14th and 15th roster spots under the $209 million hard cap; they’re eyeing a 14th rotation piece (Nick Richards is in play) and may wait on the 15th signing, potentially using Exhibit 10 camp contracts (Tre White, J’Vonne Hadley, Ezra Ausar, Ian Schieffelin) or a two-way slot; Thompson wears No. 11, training camp starts Sept. 29, season opener Oct. 21 vs Minnesota.

via Miami Herald|
#klay-thompson#miami-heat#nba
Free-Agent Forecast: Where the NBA’s Top 10 Unattached Stars Will Play Next
sports6 days ago

Free-Agent Forecast: Where the NBA’s Top 10 Unattached Stars Will Play Next

Predicts where the 10 biggest unsigned NBA free agents will land, including Peyton Watson to Cleveland via sign-and-trade (4 years, $92M); Jalen Duren re-signing with Detroit (4 years, $140M); Bennedict Mathurin re-signing with the Clippers on an $8.8M qualifying offer; Jonathan Kuminga joining the Lakers in a one-year, $10M sign-and-trade; James Harden re-signing with the Cavaliers (3 years, $108M); Kevin Love signing with the Heat on a veteran minimum; DeMar DeRozan signing with the Raptors on a veteran minimum; Cam Thomas unsigned (likely overseas); Bruce Brown returning to Denver on a veteran minimum; Brandon Williams signing with the Warriors for two years, $6M.

via Sports Illustrated|
#free-agency#nba#note-avoid-extra-tags
Dolphins Tuesday Practice: Injury Notes, Position Shuffles, and Depth Evaluation
sports6 days ago

Dolphins Tuesday Practice: Injury Notes, Position Shuffles, and Depth Evaluation

Tuesday’s Dolphins practice highlighted injury notes (Sieler, Beal, Ferrell, Grant out; Ewers groin; Brooks with a protective sleeve) and several roster shuffles (Louis rotating at safety/linebacker; Wallace vs. Heck at right tackle). Chris Bell continued returning to action in a red non-contact jersey. In 11-on-11 drills, Malik Washington and Cam Miller showed flashes while DJ Campbell struggled in 1-on-1s; Willis connected on a 25-yard pass to Washington and also showcased mobility. Overall, the session focused on depth testing and preparation ahead of the preseason and regular season.

via Miami Herald|
#injuries#miami-dolphins#practice-update
Cubs Shuffle Roster as Cabrera and Swanson Hit IL
sports7 days ago

Cubs Shuffle Roster as Cabrera and Swanson Hit IL

The Chicago Cubs placed right-hander Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list with a right middle finger blister and shortstop Dansby Swanson on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain. James Triantos was optioned to Triple-A Iowa, while Javier Assad and Kevin Alcántara were recalled and Owen Miller was added to the roster; Daniel Palencia was moved to the 60-day IL to clear space. With Swanson out for several weeks, Nico Hoerner will handle shortstop and Pedro Ramírez will get more time at second, with Miller providing bench depth. Cabrera, who had just returned from a hamstring issue, is expected to be used in shorter stints upon his return, likely in September, due to his blister history. Palencia’s 60-day move is procedural as he nears reinstatement from elbow inflammation.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#cubs#dansby-swanson#edward-cabrera
Oneil Cruz Back in the Fold as Pirates Activate from 60-Day IL
sports8 days ago

Oneil Cruz Back in the Fold as Pirates Activate from 60-Day IL

The Pirates activated center fielder Oneil Cruz from the 60-day injured list and reinstated Yohan Ramirez from the paternity list, while optioning Hunter Barco and Ronny Simon. Cruz returns after a left-hand fracture suffered in June and, despite a high strikeout rate, his late-season .271/.358/.492 line with 14 homers and 21 steals across 268 PAs suggests a strong boost for a lineup that has battled injuries as Pittsburgh fights to stay in wild-card contention.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#injured-list#mlb#oneil-cruz
Nats DFA Miles Mikolas to clear room for Jackson Kent’s debut
sports13 days ago

Nats DFA Miles Mikolas to clear room for Jackson Kent’s debut

The Washington Nationals designated veteran pitcher Miles Mikolas for assignment to open a roster spot for 23-year-old left-hander Jackson Kent, who will make his MLB debut against the Cubs. Mikolas, who posted a 5.82 ERA over 116 innings with a low strikeout rate and high home-run tally, is likely to pass through waivers and become a free agent after the Nats pay the remaining portion of his $2.25M base salary; Kent will join Cade Cavalli, Jake Irvin and Andrew Alvarez in the back-half rotation for the season.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#designated-for-assignment#jackson-kent#mlb
Simmons Return Could Solve Kerr's Warriors Lineup Dilemma
sports14 days ago

Simmons Return Could Solve Kerr's Warriors Lineup Dilemma

Ben Simmons, a former 3x All-Star, is eyeing an NBA return with the Warriors, a calculated risk that could help Kerr move away from small-ball lineups by adding size, playmaking, and defensive versatility. While his scoring dip and outside-shot struggles linger as concerns, reports that he’s regained athleticism could make him a viable rotation piece alongside Draymond Green and Gary Payton II, though the fit remains uncertain and hinges on Simmons recapturing his best form for next season.

via Blue Man Hoop|
#ben-simmons#golden-state-warriors#nba
sports15 days ago

Storms Shorten Steelers Camp Day 10 Amid Injuries, Roster Moves

Storms shortened Monday’s Steelers practice, forcing an outdoor-to-indoor switch and a focus on shorter drills. Injury notes dominated the day with Logan Lee, Sebastian Joseph-Day, Michael Pittman, DK Metcalf, and Brandin Echols out or limited; Brisker, Iheanachor, and Heidenreich dressed but worked very lightly. The team signed WR Isaiah Winstead and Cornell Powell and waived Colton Dowell and Lorenzo Thompson (injured). Boswell went 7-for-8 on field goals, Lew Nichols continued to see heavy RB reps, and Kaleb Johnson could get kickoff-return opportunities in the preseason. Allar briefly signed for fans as practice moved indoors around noon, with DC Patrick Graham continuing to focus on the front seven. Camp recap notes the running game looked strong while the passing game was less emphasized, pointing to health and depth as key storylines ahead of Thursday’s preseason game.

via Steelers Depot|
#injuries#kickoffs#nfl
Guardians designate Arias as Angel Genao earns 40-man spot
sports20 days ago

Guardians designate Arias as Angel Genao earns 40-man spot

The Cleveland Guardians designated infielder Gabriel Arias for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot for top prospect Angel Genao. Arias, 26, has been a well-regarded prospect who never hit for average in the majors, posting a .219/.275/.359 line with a 77 wRC+ over 1,168 plate appearances since 2022, despite frequent playing time. With no options left, he will go through waivers; if unclaimed he can elect free agency, and if claimed, the new club would gain three additional years of control over him.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#angel-genao#gabriel-arias#guardians
Guardians Move Cecconi to Bullpen, Promote Griffin to Start
baseball20 days ago

Guardians Move Cecconi to Bullpen, Promote Griffin to Start

Cleveland shuffled its pitching staff, moving Slade Cecconi from the rotation to the bullpen and promoting Foster Griffin to start in Thursday’s game vs. the Mets. Cecconi, who has a 4.78 ERA over 21 starts this year, will debut in relief for the team. In corresponding roster moves, the Guardians optioned Kyle Manzardo and David Fry to Triple-A Columbus and added Jo Adell and Nathaniel Lowe. Manzardo and Fry have underperformed this season, contributing to the decision to reshuffle and refresh the lineup and depth.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#cleveland-guardians#foster-griffin
Mariners Oust Garver and Refsnyder, Elevate Ward and Pereda
sports20 days ago

Mariners Oust Garver and Refsnyder, Elevate Ward and Pereda

Seattle released catcher Mitch Garver and outfielder Rob Refsnyder, replacing Garver with catcher Jhonny Pereda and Refsnyder with Taylor Ward, who was acquired in a trade the day before. Garver, 35, has struggled this season (.175/.302/.294 in 149 PA) and isn’t strong defensively, while Refsnyder, also 35, has hit just .140/.211/.254 in 2026 after a strong lefty season last year. Ward provides Seattle with an everyday left-handed bat, and Pereda, who hit well in the minors (.319/.402/.440 in Triple-A), will back up Cal Raleigh. Both players are now free agents after clearing waivers; the Mariners will cover the remaining salaries, and with the trade deadline past there are no further roster moves available for this season.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#mitch-garver#mlb#rob-refsnyder