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Javier Báez

DET Center Fielder #28

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Javier Báez is not in the Tigers’ starting lineup for Sunday’s series finale against the Reds in Cincinnati.

It appears to be nothing more than a routine day of rest for the versatile 33-year-old. Báez is off to a decent start offensively in 2026, slashing .267/.291/.413 with a pair of homers, six RBI and one stolen base in his first 79 plate appearances. Matt Vierling will start in his place in center field and bat seventh against Rhett Lowder and the Reds on Sunday.
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Shohei Ohtani

LAD Starting Pitcher #17

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Shohei Ohtani is pitching on Tuesday against the Marlins, but is not in the lineup at DH.

As expected, Ohtani will pitch exclusively on Tuesday evening at Dodger Stadium. Dalton Rushing is at DH and will occupy the leadoff spot in his absence. The 31-year-old two-way superstar’s workload is being monitored closely during the early stages of the season to avoid putting too much strain on him from a physical standpoint. He should be back in the lineup for Wednesday afternoon’s series finale.
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What happens with Castillo once Miller returns?

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Zac Gallen

AZ Starting Pitcher #23

Zac Gallen (shoulder) is expected to make his next start on Friday against the Cubs.

Gallen is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Wednesday to confirm that he’s ready to roll, but all signs point to him taking the ball at Wrigley Field later this week. The 30-year-old left Saturday’s start against the Padres down in Mexico City with a shoulder contusion after being hit by a comebacker.

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Source: Steve Gilbert

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Jackson Jobe

DET Starting Pitcher #21

Jackson Jobe (elbow) completed a bullpen session on Tuesday.

Jobe made it through his first bullpen session since undergoing Tommy John surgery last June. The 23-year-old former top pitching prospect is expected to return to Detroit’s rotation at some point in the second half.

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Source: Chris McCosky

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Jake Bennett

BOS Starting Pitcher #64

Jake Bennett was scratched from Tuesday’s scheduled start for Triple-A Worcester.

According to multiple reports, the Red Sox are keeping their options open for later this week and want to have Bennett available in case he’s needed. The 25-year-old came over from the Nationals in the Luis Perales challenge trade back in the offseason and figures to arrive in Fenway Park at some point this summer.

Source: Christopher Smith

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Jeremy Peña

HOU Shortstop #3

Jeremy Peña (hamstring) progressed to facing live pitching on Tuesday.

Peña is expected to be cleared to begin a minor league rehab assignment later this week. The 28-year-old shortstop hit the injured list with a hamstring strain earlier this month. There’s a strong possibility he’s back in Houston’s lineup at some point in early May.

Injury

Source: Matthew Kawahara

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Maikel Garcia

KC 3rd Baseman #11

Maikel Garcia (elbow) is back in the lineup for Tuesday’s series opener against the Athletics.

Garcia returns to Kansas City’s lineup following a three-game absence due to elbow soreness. The 26-year-old third baseman was able to come off the bench during Sunday’s series finale, so it’s not a massive surprise to see him back at the hot corner in this one.

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Doug Nikhazy

CHC Starting Pitcher #51
Cubs claimed LHP Doug Nikhazy off waivers from the White Sox.

Nikhazy heads to Chicago as emergency pitching depth following an avalanche of injuries. The 26-year-old lefty has made three appearances for the Guardians over the last two years.
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Ben Cowles

CHC 3rd Baseman

Cubs designated INF Ben Cowles for assignment.

The procedural move frees up a spot on Chicago’s roster to claim reliever Doug Nikhazy off waivers. Cowles has bounced around between a couple different organizations and is likely to pass through waivers unclaimed.

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Manny Machado

SD 3rd Baseman #13
Manny Machado (leg) is out of the lineup for Tuesday’s game against the Cubs.

It’s an extremely rare day off for Machado following a precautionary exit from Monday’s series opener due to a left leg issue. Jake Cronenworth takes over at the hot corner for the first time in his career with Fernando Tatis Jr. making another start at second base. It doesn’t appear to be a significant concern, but that Padres are going to give Machado a little extra time off to rest and recover.
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Source: MLB.com

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J.T. Realmuto

PHI Catcher #10

J.T. Realmuto (back) has progressed to on-field baseball activities.

Realmuto is trending towards a return to Philadelphia’s lineup this weekend after taking on-field batting practice prior to Tuesday’s contest at Citizens Bank Park. The 35-year-old veteran backstop hit the injured list with back spasms last week.

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Source: Matt Gelb

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