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  • Tyrod Taylor NYJ QB
    Jets' Tyrod Taylor: Makes just two appearances
    8m ago

    Taylor appeared in two regular-season games for the Jets in 2024, completing 17 of 22 passes for 119 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing three times for 13 yards.

    Taylor remained on the sidelines for the vast majority of the season, operating as Aaron Rodgers' backup. The latter remained healthy enough to start all 17 regular-season games for the Jets, leading to little opportunity for Taylor. The Virginia Tech product is under contract for next season, and assuming he remains with the Jets, will likely be competing for a backup job again to whoever the team brings in to start, assuming they follow through with releasing Rodgers later in the spring.

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  • Ramel Keyton LV WR
    Raiders' Ramel Keyton: Makes one catch in eight games
    1h ago

    Keyton secured one of three targets for seven yards across eight regular-season appearances with the Raiders in 2024.

    Keyton managed to push for reserve snaps on Las Vegas' active roster as a rookie, a notable accomplishment after having gone undrafted out of Tennessee. He played 41 snaps on offense and 64 snaps on special teams. The 6-foot-2 wideout remains under contract with the Raiders through the 2025 campaign.

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  • Desmond Ridder LV QB
    Raiders' Desmond Ridder: Makes six appearances as reserve QB
    2h ago

    Ridder completed 52 of 85 pass attempts for 458 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions across six regular-season appearances with the Raiders in 2024.

    Ridder only started one of his six appearances with Las Vegas, a Week 15 loss to the Falcons in which both Gardner Minshew (collarbone) and Aidan O'Connell were unavailable due to injury. A 2022 third-round pick, Ridder has now logged a 14:14 TD:INT rate across the last two seasons, with ball security issues also remaining a consistent concern -- he had three fumbles (two lost) in his time with the Raiders. The 25-year-old is slated to become a restricted free agent this offseason, making it easy for Las Vegas to retain him as a reserve option at quarterback, should the team choose to do so.

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  • Tip Reiman ARI TE
    Cardinals' Tip Reiman: Sticks primarily to blocking as rookie
    15h ago

    Reiman totaled six catches (on seven targets) for 37 yards and no touchdowns in 17 contests during the 2024 campaign.

    While Trey McBride (147 targets) and, to a lesser extent, Elijah Higgins (24 targets) handled most of the receiving reps among Cardinals tight ends this season, Reiman actually ranked second in snap share among the trio as a rookie third-round pick. Behind McBride's 89.3 percent, Reiman (41.2 percent) saw the field more than Higgins (38.0 percent), even though both played a full slate of games. All of the trio are under contract in 2025, so Reiman likely will remain a fantasy non-entity moving forward.

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  • Elijah Higgins ARI TE
    Cardinals' Elijah Higgins: Makes small mark behind McBride
    15h ago

    Higgins reeled in 20 of 24 targets for 172 yards and two touchdowns in 17 regular-season contests in 2024.

    Trey McBride dominated snaps (89.3 percent on offense) and targets (147) among Cardinals tight ends this season, but Higgins (38.0 percent) and blocking specialist and rookie third-round pick Tip Reiman (41.2 percent, seven targets) had regular roles in the offense. A 2023 sixth-round pick of the Dolphins, Higgins has two years remaining on his rookie contract, but as long as McBride is around -- not to mention WRs Marvin Harrison and Michael Wilson (hamstring) and RB James Conner (knee) -- Higgins will find it difficult to make inroads in the pecking order for targets in Arizona's offense.

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  • Zay Jones ARI WR
    Cardinals' Zay Jones: Career-worst campaign in 2024
    15h ago

    Jones notched eight catches (on 11 targets) for 84 yards and no touchdowns in 11 contests during the 2024 regular season.

    Jones' season debut was delayed by a five-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy and a subsequent one-game roster exemption, but even upon suiting up Week 7, he logged two targets in four outings before the Cardinals' Week 11 bye and nine targets thereafter. Overall, he reached double-digit receiving yards in a game just three times for his fewest overall in a campaign since 2020 (154 as a member of the Raiders). The soon-to-be 30-year-old is an unrestricted free agent in March, so his recent lacking output may not equate to much interest on the open market.

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  • Jeffrey Springs ATH RP
    Athletics' Jeffrey Springs: No workload restrictions
    14m ago

    Athletics manager Mark Kotsay said recently that Springs (elbow) had a "full, healthy offseason" and he does not expect the lefty's workload to be limited in 2025, Martin Gallegos of MLB.com reports.

    Springs threw only 16 innings in 2023 before needing Tommy John surgery and totaled 65 frames in 2024 before being shut down late in the year with left elbow fatigue. However, he was able to go through his normal offseason throwing program and will be nearly two full years removed from surgery on Opening Day. While Kotsay probably won't ride Springs too hard early in the season, he expects the southpaw to make "30-plus starts."

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  • Harrison Bader MIN CF
    Twins' Harrison Bader: Will see significant run in LF
    1h ago

    Bader is expected to see a "significant amount of playing time" in left field for the Twins this season, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.

    Bader's best asset is his defense in center field, which is where each of his last 651 appearances have come. However, as long as he's healthy, Byron Buxton is slated to handle the bulk of the playing time in center field. Trevor Larnach is projected to start in left field against right-handers, but he could yield to Bader regularly versus lefties.

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  • Luis Rengifo LAA 2B
    Angels' Luis Rengifo: No limitations in spring training
    1h ago

    Rengifo (wrist) said Tuesday that he began his normal offseason training in late December and is entering spring training without limitations, Jack Janes of The Sporting Tribune reports.

    Rengifo underwent right wrist surgery last August but appears to be 100 percent recovered at the beginning of camp. The switch hitter should be an everyday player for the Angels in 2025, although it might not necessarily be at one position. Rengifo saw most of his action in 2024 at second and third base, but he's also capable of handling shortstop and all three outfield spots.

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  • James Wood WAS OF
    Nationals' James Wood: Nursing quad tendinitis
    1h ago

    Wood was held out of outfield drills Tuesday due to left quad tendinitis, Andrew Golden of The Washington Postreports.

    Wood took batting practice Tuesday and also ran the bases a bit, so this doesn't look to be anything to be overly concerned about. It's possible the Nationals will hold Wood out of their first few Grapefruit League games or limit him to designated hitter duty just to be safe. Wood is slated to be the Nationals' everyday left fielder in 2025.

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  • Liam Hendriks BOS RP
    Red Sox's Liam Hendriks: Sitting 93 to 94 mph in live BP
    1h ago

    Hendriks was sitting at 93 to 94 mph during a live batting practice session Tuesday, Jen McCaffrey of The Athletic reports.

    Hendriks was averaging less than 93 mph during his brief rehab assignment last season, so sitting in the 93 to 94 mph range early in spring training, while down considerably from his 97.6 mph average fastball velocity during his last healthy season in 2022, seems fairly encouraging. Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Hendriks' velocity is "trending up," per Tyler Milliken of 98.5 The Sports Hub, and he believes it will continue to tick up as Opening Day draws nearer. Hendriks is competing with Aroldis Chapman, Garrett Whitlock and Justin Slaten for Boston's closer job.

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  • Masataka Yoshida BOS LF
    Red Sox's Masataka Yoshida: Expects to be ready for Opening Day
    1h ago

    Yoshida (shoulder) said Tuesday that he expects to be ready for Opening Day, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

    Yoshida seemed less sure of his Opening Day availability at the Red Sox' Fan Fest in January, but as camp kicks off he appears confident he and his surgically repaired right shoulder will be ready. What role Yoshida will ultimately fill is in question. He had been pegged for designated hitter, but the Red Sox could prefer to use Rafael Devers in that spot while Alex Bregman takes over at third base. Yoshida has also been on the trade block this offseason, but so far Boston hasn't found any takers.

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  • Elfrid Payton CHA PG
    Hornets' Elfrid Payton: Gets another 10-day deal
    1h ago

    Payton and the Hornets agreed to a second 10-day contract Tuesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

    After a successful stint with the Pelicans earlier in the season, Payton will get another look with the Hornets. In two appearances with Charlotte so far, Payton has averaged 2.0 points, 5.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 27.5 minutes.

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  • Mark Williams CHA C
    Hornets' Mark Williams: Returns to Charlotte
    3h ago

    Williams has returned to Charlotte to rejoin the Hornets in the aftermath of the rescinded trade with the Lakers, James Plowright of CLTure.org reports.

    After a seemingly tense situation with the Hornets due to the trade with the Lakers falling apart amid a failed physical, Williams could be ready to continue his stint with Charlotte. However, the struggling franchise's plans for the seven-footer are uncertain, making his timetable to return to the floor unclear. The 22-year-old big man is averaging career-high numbers in points (15.6), assists (2.5) and blocks (1.2) per game while shooting a career-best 78 percent from the free-throw line.

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  • Daishen Nix SAC PG
    Daishen Nix: Reaches free agency
    4h ago

    Nix became a free agent Tuesday after his 10-day contract with the Kings expired, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

    Nix didn't make any appearances for Sacramento over the course of his 10-day deal. The Kings will have the option of re-signing Nix to a second 10-day contract, but with the team having recently brought Markelle Fultz aboard on a one-year deal, using the open roster spot on a wing, forward or center may be a greater priority.

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  • Jaylen Nowell WAS SG
    Jaylen Nowell: Cut loose by Washington
    20h ago

    The Wizards released Nowell on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

    Nowell's 10-day contract was set to expire before the Wizards' next game Friday versus the Bucks, and rather than re-signing him to a second 10-day pact, Washington is instead electing to bring aboard guard Erik Stevenson on a 10-day deal. During his stint with the Wizards, Nowell didn't make any appearances, though he previously averaged 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 three-pointers in 21.0 minutes per contest over eight games with the Pelicans earlier in the season.

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  • Jaylen Brown BOS SF
    Celtics' Jaylen Brown: Plays in All-Star Game
    1d ago

    Brown (knee) scored four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) with two rebounds across seven minutes for Team Shaq in Sunday's 41-25 win over Team Chuck in the All-Star Game.

    Brown missed two straight games due to right knee soreness prior to All-Star Weekend, but his availability Sunday bodes well for his status going forward. Brown should be ready to roll for Thursday's game against the 76ers, resulting in fewer minutes for Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser.

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  • Kyrie Irving DAL PG
    Mavericks' Kyrie Irving: Makes impact in All-Star Game
    2d ago

    Irving (shoulder) logged seven points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in eight minutes of action during Sunday's 41-25 All-Star Game final win over Chuck's Global Stars.

    Irving made his presence felt in limited action in both games of the All-Star mini-tournament, totaling 11 points, six rebounds, four assists and four steals in just 15 minutes across the two contests. Irving has been dealing with a shoulder issue of late, but it seems as if he should be available when the Mavericks return to play Friday against the Pelicans.

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  • Thomas Chabot OTT D
    Senators' Thomas Chabot: Sustains cut to hand at practice
    3m ago

    Chabot left Tuesday's practice session after his hand was cut, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.

    The Senators resume play Saturday versus Montreal, so Chabot will have a few days to recover before the club makes a determination on his status. The left-shot blueliner has contribued four goals and 27 points over 55 games this season. If he's forced to miss any time, Tyler Kleven will see an increased role.

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  • Michael Pezzetta MON LW
    Canadiens' Michael Pezzetta: Not practicing Tuesday
    17m ago

    Pezzetta is not available for Tuesday's practice due to a lower-body injury and will be evaluated on a daily basis.

    Pezzetta has been held off the scoresheet while averaging 5:37 of ice time through 14 appearances this season. If he's unable to play Saturday in Ottawa, Montreal will have to make a recall -- the club currently has 12 forwards and six blueliners on its roster.

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  • Jack Thompson SJ D
    Sharks' Jack Thompson: Up from AHL
    17m ago

    Thompson was summoned from AHL San Jose on Tuesday.

    Thompson has registered two goals, three assists, 22 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and nine hits through 18 NHL appearances this season. He played in three straight games with the Sharks before the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off and will probably be in the lineup for Sunday's clash against Calgary.

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  • Collin Graf SJ C
    Sharks' Collin Graf: Called up Tuesday
    19m ago

    Graf was recalled from AHL San Jose on Tuesday.

    Graf has scored just one goal in 13 NHL games this year while adding two assists, 11 hits and 11 shots. With his promotion, the 22-year-old winger should be in the mix for a middle-six spot heading into Sunday's clash with Calgary, though he is far from a lock to play.

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  • Grigori Denisenko LV LW
    Predators' Grigori Denisenko: Sent to Nashville in trade
    28m ago

    Denisenko was traded from the Golden Knights to the Predators on Tuesday in exchange for future considerations.

    Denisenko was held without a point in his only appearance with Vegas this season. The former first-round selection in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft has struggled to live up to his draft pedigree -- he hasn't found the back of the net through 33 career games. Nashville is dealing with numerous injuries to its forward group, so Denisenko could find himself in a consistent role going forward.

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  • Kaapo Kahkonen WPG G
    Jets' Kaapo Kahkonen: Joins NHL club
    31m ago

    Kahkonen was recalled from AHL Manitoba on Tuesday as a practice player.

    Kahkonen and Eric Comrie will handle the practice duties between the pipes for the Jets while Connor Hellebuyck is competing in the 4 Nations Face-Off. The 28-year-old Kahkonen has a 6-13-0 record with a 3.34 GAA and an .885 save percentage through 20 appearances with AHL Manitoba this season.

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