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White Sox Call Up Rikuu Nishida Ahead of Monday vs. Twins
sports1 day ago

White Sox Call Up Rikuu Nishida Ahead of Monday vs. Twins

The White Sox will add Rikuu Nishida from Triple-A Charlotte to their active roster before Monday’s game against the Twins, triggering 26-man and 40-man moves since Nishida isn’t on the 40-man roster. The 25-year-old Osaka native, who played college baseball at Oregon and was an 11th‑round pick in 2023, is set to make his MLB debut at some point this season. Nishida is a speed-first talent with a .347/.454/.395 line and 110 stolen bases in his minor-league career, but he has minimal power (two homers in 448 minor-league games). He’s versatile defensively and carries strong on-base skills (.410 OBP in the minors); White Sox leadership has praised his clubhouse impact. Chicago could use him in a platoon at second base with Chase Meidroth, particularly as Nishida has shown better production against right-handed pitching in 2026.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#chicago-white-sox#minor-league-baseball#mlb-debut
Tigers Activate Melton, DFA Seabold Amid Roster Shuffle
sports2 days ago

Tigers Activate Melton, DFA Seabold Amid Roster Shuffle

Detroit designated Connor Seabold for assignment to clear a 40-man spot for Troy Melton, who was activated from the 60-day injured list to start Game 2 of a doubleheader against Baltimore; Brant Hurter was placed on the 15-day IL with lumbar spine inflammation and Ricky Vanasco was recalled from Triple-A. Seabold has a 7.28 ERA across 134 MLB innings and could be claimed on waivers if outrighted; Melton returns to a Tigers rotation in need of healthy arms after elbow inflammation, following a 2025 MLB debut with a 2.76 ERA in 45 2/3 innings.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#detroit-tigers#injuries
Rainout Pushes Tigers into Sunday Split Doubleheader
sports3 days ago

Rainout Pushes Tigers into Sunday Split Doubleheader

Rain postpones Saturday’s Tigers-Orioles game and forces a Sunday split doubleheader (12:35 p.m. and 6:05 p.m.), with likely roster moves including a 15-day IL stint for lefty Brant Hurter, the addition of a 27th man (likely Drew Sommers), and a potential 40-man/60-day IL maneuver to activate Troy Melton for Game 2; Skubal threw a bullpen and Torres continued rehab.

via The Detroit News|
#baltimore-orioles#detroit-tigers#rainout
sports4 days ago

Rodgers Bets on Steelers' New Look, Returning After Offseason Push

Aaron Rodgers says he was close to returning to the Steelers after seeing their offseason makeover—adding an offensive lineman, a slot receiver, and veteran additions like Michael Pittman Jr., plus defensive players Jamel Dean and Jaquan Brisker—while staying in touch with Mike McCarthy. His decision came after evaluating health (he played through a wrist injury last season) and feeling the team’s new direction aligned with his readiness and the coaching staff, making this return feel like a net positive.

via Steelers Depot|
#aaron-rodgers#nfl#offseason
Connelly Signals Aggressive Timberwolves Offseason to Elevate the Core
sports5 days ago

Connelly Signals Aggressive Timberwolves Offseason to Elevate the Core

Timberwolves president Tim Connelly says Minnesota must get better after an early playoff exit, stressing that “everything is on the table” and the focus should be on adding top talent rather than chasing specific matchups. He backs coach Chris Finch, identifies Anthony Edwards as a cornerstone, and prioritizes re-signing Ayo Dosunmu, while signaling a willingness to pursue big roster moves to close the gap with West contenders (Spurs and Thunder). The front office’ history of bold moves, like the Rob Dillingham trade, shows a willingness to take calculated risks in pursuit of a title.

via Canis Hoopus|
#ayo-dosunmu#minnesota-timberwolves#nba
Nats Shake Up Roster, Demote Brady House to Triple-A
baseball6 days ago

Nats Shake Up Roster, Demote Brady House to Triple-A

Washington optioned Brady House and outfielder Joey Wiemer to Triple-A Rochester to clear space for Dylan Crews and Andres Chaparro; Crews is expected to be a regular in Washington’s lineup while House, who is batting around .227/.282/.399 with seven homers and has defensive issues, works on his game in the minors and could return later in the season as he nears the one-year service-time threshold.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#brady-house#dylan-crews
Wolves set for offseason reshuffle after playoff exit
sports10 days ago

Wolves set for offseason reshuffle after playoff exit

After a six‑game playoff exit to the Spurs, Minnesota plans an offseason reshuffle around Anthony Edwards. Julius Randle appears likely to be moved for a more reliable secondary option, potentially needing to attach players or draft capital due to Naz Reid’s hefty contract. Gobert remains a premier defender but his limited offense could drive discussions if the Wolves pivot toward more scoring. Kyle Anderson could depart for more shooting and youth, Mike Conley’s retirement isn’t implausible after a long career, and Joe Ingles is headed to Australia, leaving Minnesota to prioritize youth and shooting as they retool.

via Dunking with Wolves|
#julius-randle#nba#offseason
Timberwolves Face Offseason Overhaul as Wembanyama-Era Spurs Reshape the West
sports10 days ago

Timberwolves Face Offseason Overhaul as Wembanyama-Era Spurs Reshape the West

Minnesota rode playoff momentum early but was swept to San Antonio in the second round, with injuries and inconsistency surfacing in the end. Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs exposed the Wolves’ gaps, prompting a hard offseason rethink of a high-salary frontcourt and a chase for more help around Anthony Edwards. With Connelly and Lloyd staying in charge, Minnesota is weighing blockbuster moves (potential Giannis/Durant discussions have circulated) and asset dumps (like a No. 28 pick and a 2028 first) to upgrade the supporting cast, while re-signing key pieces such as Dosunmu and developing McDaniels. The path forward will require health, cohesion, and adding a true counterpunch to a deep Western Conference—running it back isn’t enough.

via The New York Times|
#nba-playoffs#note-extra-tag-not-allowed#offseason
A’s Call Up Bolte, Stefanic as Wilson Lands on IL
baseball14 days ago

A’s Call Up Bolte, Stefanic as Wilson Lands on IL

The Oakland Athletics announced a raft of roster moves: Henry Bolte and Michael Stefanic were added to the active roster, Jacob Wilson was placed on the 10‑day injured list with a left shoulder subluxation, Brett Harris was optioned to Triple-A, Eduarniel Núñez was designated for assignment, and catcher Austin Wynns was released after clearing waivers. Bolte, the minors’ standout hitter, figures to get significant playing time in center with Denzel Clarke sidelined, while Stefanic will debut for Oakland after a strong Triple-A showing. Núñez has struggled with velocity and command this season, and the A’s will try to pass him through waivers or trade him, with five days to decide his fate.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#henry-bolte#michael-stefanic
Dodgers Move Freeland to Triple-A as Betts Rejoins Lineup
sports-baseball15 days ago

Dodgers Move Freeland to Triple-A as Betts Rejoins Lineup

With Mookie Betts returning from a month on the injured list due to an oblique strain, the Dodgers optioned Alex Freeland to Triple-A Oklahoma City to clear a roster spot. Freeland was hitting .235/.646 OPS across 33 games this season. Hyeseong Kim has been the more productive call-up, while Santiago Espinal would have faced waivers if moved, so he remains on the bench as Betts resumes everyday shortstop duties.

via New York Post|
#alex-freeland#los-angeles-dodgers#mlb
Tigers Tap Workman, Shuffle Infield as Carpenter Lands on 10-Day IL
sports15 days ago

Tigers Tap Workman, Shuffle Infield as Carpenter Lands on 10-Day IL

The Tigers placed Kerry Carpenter on the 10-day injured list with a left AC joint sprain after colliding with the wall, recalled Gage Workman from Triple-A to take the roster spot, and moved Justin Verlander to the 60-day IL to clear a 40-man space. Workman, who is thriving at Toledo with a .358/.413/.590 line through 150 PA in 2026, provides multi‑position depth and could see time in the outfield and infield as Detroit navigates a wave of injuries; Verlander remains sidelined with hip inflammation with a return likely in late May or June.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#call-ups#detroit-tigers#injuries
Blue Jays Activate Barger as Injury Updates Put Roster in Flux
sports17 days ago

Blue Jays Activate Barger as Injury Updates Put Roster in Flux

The Blue Jays activated Addison Barger from the 10-day IL and optioned Yohendrick Pinango after a brief, productive audition, with Barger returning to mostly right field while Kazuma Okamoto remains at third. Pinango could earn another look in 2026. On the injury front, Alejandro Kirk is throwing again after thumb surgery and Nathan Lukes is running drills after a hamstring strain. Pitching updates include Shane Bieber set to throw a live bullpen and Yimi Garcia beginning a minor-league rehab. Jose Berrios’ elbow MRI shows inflammation and changes to a prior stress fracture, delaying his return, while Max Scherzer is on the 15-day IL with left ankle inflammation and forearm tendinitis, with a possible late-May return if progress continues.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#barger#baseball#blue-jays
Broncos Tap 13 College Free Agents to Bolster Depth
sports17 days ago

Broncos Tap 13 College Free Agents to Bolster Depth

Denver announced the addition of 13 college free agents across multiple positions (Br Brent Austin, Luke Basso, Ahmari Harvey, Kolbe Katsis, Dane Key, Joseph Manjack, Dasan McCullough, Tyler Miller, Gavin Ortega, Parker Robertson, Cameron Ross, William Wright, Taurean York) and waived Marques Cox and Garrett Nelson. The moves bring the Broncos to 91 players, with an international punter exemption for Jeremy Crawshaw.

via Denver Broncos|
#broncos#college-free-agents#nfl