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Roa will add a fresh arm to the bullpen for at least a couple of days while the Astros figure out how they want to replace Hunter Brown (shoulder) in their starting rotation. The 27-year-old hurler has already made two appearances for the Astros this season, posting a 6.75 ERA, 2.25 WHIP and a 2/2 K/BB ratio across 1 1/3 frames.

Chisholm is back at second base and hitting sixth after exiting Sunday’s series finale against the Twins with right big toe discomfort. The 28-year-old power/speed combo threat has been dealing with the lingering toe issue since undergoing surgery during his time with the Marlins back in 2023. It’s an encouraging sign that he’s feeling well enough to get back into New York’s lineup without missing any additional time.

Young returns to center field following a brief two-game absence due to left hand soreness. It doesn’t appear to be a significant concern moving forward. The 26-year-old outfielder has delivered a career-high eight homers along with eight thefts in 277 plate appearances through 83 games this season.

Shewmake is at shortstop and hitting eighth on Monday night against the Nationals in his return from the injured list. The 28-year-old infielder wound up missing nearly five weeks with a right adductor strain. He can be safely ignored in all fantasy formats.

Roycroft was acquired from the Cardinals in June and has thrown four shutout innings in Triple-A for the Rays. The 6'7" right-hander has a 6.41 ERA in 60 1/3 career MLB innings.

Englert pitched well on Sunday, allowing two runs in 5 2/3 innings while striking out nine in a loss to the Astros. The Rays will bring up some extra bullpen help in the meantime and then figure out a fifth starter if they need one over the weekend.

Henry has a 6.00 ERA, 1.67 WHIP, and a 13/6 K/BB ratio over 12 innings in 10 appearances with the Nationals this season. He will be limited to low-leverage innings.

Over the last three weeks, DeLuca has gone 9-for-33 (.273) with three home runs, six RBI, and three steals in 12 games. He continues to play less often than Victor Mesa Jr., which has limited his fantasy upside. However, if DeLuca were to get more playing time, he could be firmly on the radar in deeper formats.

The 22-year-old has a 3.88 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 65/20 K/BB ratio in 60 1/3 Triple-A innings this season. He has a good fastball and slider combination and could conceivably push for a spot in Atlanta’s rotation if he pitches well. However, he will just be a bulk reliever for now, and AJ Smith-Shawver (elbow) is about two weeks away from returning to the Braves’ rotation, which will give Murphy another hurdle to overcome. We’d keep him on waiver wires in fantasy leagues for now.

You know the drill by now. This is the fifth time the Braves have designated Carrasco for assignment this season. He will likely clear waivers and be signed to a minor league deal.

Ritchie was sent to the minors on Sunday, but with Martin Perez (forearm) landing on the injured list, the team is able to bring him right back. He will continue to serve in a bulk relief role for now.