Kansas City, MO

Staumont was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. Staumont is a surprising omission from the Opening Day roster. He pitched to a 1.13 ERA and 10:5 K:BB across eight innings during Cactus League play, though the walk issues are a carryover from 2022. Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports manager Matt Quatraro told Staumont that he needs to work on getting ahead in counts. It's expected he'll be with the big club again at some point in the season, though the Royals boast bullpen depth that has been lacking in recent years.

Royals' Josh Staumont: Misses Opening Day roster

Minneapolis, MN

Mahle gave up three earned runs on seven hits with three strikeouts and two walks in 4.2 innings during Thursday's spring training loss to Tampa Bay. His spring ERA increased to 5.93. His fastball velocity did increase to a 92.1 to 94.6 mph range, however, from his last spring start when he was in the 89-93 mph range.

Twins' Tyler Mahle: Spring struggles continue

Kepler (hip) played in a minor-league game Thursday, MLB.com reports. Kepler was removed from Sunday's spring game against Atlanta due to left hip tightness. However, it doesn't sound like the injury is serious, and he's expected to play in another minor-league contest Friday.

Twins' Max Kepler: Plays in minor-league game

Taylor was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. Taylor, Josh Staumont and Richard Lovelady all fell short of making the Royals' Opening Day bullpen. After dealing with a back injury for all of 2022, Taylor will be focused on building up arm strength with Omaha to start the year, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Royals' Josh Taylor: Among roster cuts

Seattle, WA

Crawford is out of the lineup Friday after fouling a ball off his foot, SShannon Drayer of Seattle Sports 710 AM reports. Crawford was scheduled to hit at the top of the otrder and play shortstop, but the infielder was scratched as a precaution. The 28-year-old is considered day-to-day, but at this point there's little reason to think he won't be ready to go for the regular season.

Mariners' J.P. Crawford: Out after fouling ball off foot

Las Vegas, NV

PopCulture

Tom Brady is looking to be a champion in pro basketball. On Thursday, Mark Davis, the owner of the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA, announced that the seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback has acquired an ownership interest in the franchise. He was first introduced to the Aces when he attended a game on May ...

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Memphis, TN

Bowling Green, OH

Bowling Green campus police are handling an incident in which a punch was thrown between players after a Women's NIT game between Bowling Green and Memphis. The incident occurred after the Falcons beat the Tigers 73-60 in a Round of 16 game. According to the Associated Press, as both teams...

Memphis player charged after punching Bowling Green player in handshake line following Women's NIT matchup

Buffalo, NY

Edwards signed with the Bills on Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports. Edwards spent the first four seasons of his career with the Rams after being selected by them in the fifth round of the 2019 Draft. The veteran guard missed significant time last season due to a concussion, appearing and starting in just four games. Now presumably past the issue, he may have the opportunity to compete for a starting job in Buffalo, and at least should bolster the team's depth across the offensive line.

Bills' David Edwards: Heads to Buffalo

Cleveland, OH

Mobley had 29 points (9-19 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and a block across 40 minutes in Friday's win over Motor City. Mobley stepped his game up when the Charge needed him the most, leading the team in scoring as Cleveland secured a playoff spot. Mobley certainly contributed to that outcome, as he ended the regular season averaging 21.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game across 22 appearances.

Cavaliers' Isaiah Mobley: Scores 29 in regular-season finale

Houston, TX

Days logged 29 points (12-24 FG, 4-14 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 37 minutes during the Vipers' 121-111 win over Santa Cruz on Thursday. Days has logged 29-point tallies twice across March. The month continues to showcase his consistency, which has helped...

Rockets' Darius Days: Scores 29 again

David Benavidez and Caleb Plant will finally resolve their bad blood Saturday in a 12-round boxing main event between the star super middleweights. The WBC interim belt will be at stake in the headlining fight, which anchors the Showtime pay-per-view main Benavidez vs. Plant fight card (9 p.m. ET) from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Benavidez and Plant have been fierce rivals for years, and have come to blows during numerous public encounters. They were separated by handlers three times during a Tuesday news conference that nearly turned into a riot. The winner Saturday will get the interim title and the upper hand for higher-profile fights in the near future.

David Benavidez vs. Caleb Plant prediction, odds, time: Boxing expert on 37-10 roll reveals March 25 picks

Tampa, FL

Kucherov had two assists Thursday in a 7-2 loss to Ottawa. Kooch continues to pad his scoring totals -- he now has 102 points, including the NHL's second-best tally for helpers (74). With coach Jon Cooper calling out the team for its play after the game, Kucherov needs to be a big part of the leadership to shift that narrative.

Lightning's Nikita Kucherov: Two helpers not enough

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

Parade

The 'Storage Wars' star died Tuesday, March 22.

'Storage Wars' Star Dead at 67

Kansas State

Cowart signed a contract with the Chiefs on Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Cowart is now slated to join the reigning Super Bowl champs this upcoming season following Friday's agreement. The 26-year-old spent this previous campaign operating as both a rotational defensive lineman and as a special-teams contributor as a member of the Colts.

Chiefs' Byron Cowart: Finds work in Kansas City

Hernandez has covered five innings without allowing an earned run over three Cactus League appearances. Hernandez has also posted a 6:1 K:BB with just three hits allowed. His workload hasn't been that heavy in the spring, but he's performed well in the limited sample. The 26-year-old right-hander looks set to fill a bullpen role as a multi-inning option this season. He struggled to a 7.39 ERA and 1.84 WHIP over 56 innings last season, but if he carry over his improved control from the spring to the regular season, he should at least enjoy a little more job security.

Royals' Carlos Hernandez: Doing well in spring

Arizona State

Nashville, TN

Daley agreed to terms with the Cardinals on a two-year deal Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports. Daley started 15 games for the Titans last season while Taylor Lewan was out with a knee injury, and the 26-year-old will now head out west to sign with Arizona. The 2019 sixth-round pick can play both tackle and guard and should provide solid offensive line depth for the Cardinals next season.

Cardinals' Dennis Daley: Headed to Arizona

Saint Louis, MO

Cabrera was optioned to Triple-A Memphis by the Cardinals on Saturday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. Cabrera has pitched well this spring with a 2.57 ERA over seven innings of work with seven strikeouts, but the southpaw won't be a part of the Opening Day bullpen to begin 2023. The 26-year-old will all but assuredly see time with the Cardinals before the end of the year, but it will likely be as a low-leverage option.

Cardinals' Genesis Cabrera: Will begin year in Triple-A

Philadelphia, PA

Ezekiel Elliott is a man in demand. On Thursday, a report emerged saying that Elliott has three teams on his wish list: the Philadelphia Eagles, Cincinnati Bengals and New York Jets. After that report emerged, some Eagles players showed interest in their former rival. Lane Johnson tweeted at Elliott and...

Eagles stars react to Ezekiel Elliott news

Texas State

Cincinnati, OH

The Spun

Recent reports have indicated that free agent running back Ezekiel Elliott has a shortlist of teams that he's interested in signing with. One of those teams is the Cincinnati Bengals, whose coach addressed the alleged interest. In a recent interview, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor seemed to dismiss ...

NFL World Reacts To Bengals Coach's Blunt Message For Ezekiel Elliott

Milwaukee, WI

Naquin was informed Friday that he will not be part of the Opening Day roster in Milwaukee, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. Naquin will now have the choice of opting out of his minor-league contract with the Brewers or accepting a role at Triple-A Nashville. The 31-year-old slashed just .207/.294/.276 over 34 plate appearances this spring in the Cactus League, but he does have a track record of being a fairly productive major-league outfielder.

Brewers' Tyler Naquin: Does not make MIL roster

Florida State

Motter had his contract selected from Triple-A Memphis by the Cardinals on Saturday, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. Motter has really impressed in Grapefruit League camp, as he has hit three home runs, stolen four bases and shown the ability to play all over the field in his 51 at-bats in Florida. The 33-year-old will be a depth option for St. Louis, and likely won't be in the starting lineup very often.

Cardinals' Taylor Motter: Makes Opening Day roster

Atlanta, GA

Trae Young was ejected during Saturday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Indiana Pacers due to an incident that took place in the third quarter. With the game tied at 84 apiece, Young grew frustrated with the way the game was being called. He bounced the ball in frustration before chucking it at the official, drawing an immediate technical foul and ejection for the outburst.

Hawks' Trae Young ejected for throwing ball at official, is now one technical foul away from suspension

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2023 Fantasy Baseball First Base Preview: Expert rankings, busts, sleepers, top prospects

First base has, traditionally, been the stomping grounds of slow-footed mashers, but the juiced ball, shift-heavy era we just came out of kind of changed that....

2023 Fantasy Baseball First Base Preview: Expert rankings, busts, sleepers, top prospects

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