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Jacob deGrom is scheduled to take the ball for the Texas Rangers in Sunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The matchup features deGrom facing off against Roki Sasaki, who will be making his third start of the season for the Dodgers.
Astros rookie pitcher Tatsuya Imai returned to Houston to undergo medical examinations for right arm fatigue following his third start. Manager Joe Espada described the situation as "not good news," adding to the team's pitching concerns. The right-hander has struggled to adapt to MLB since transitioning from Japan, and the team has been utilizing Christian Vazquez as his personal catcher to assist in his rhythm.
Elly De La Cruz powered the Reds to a 7-3 victory over the Angels on Saturday, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, a walk, two stolen bases, and a run scored. His offensive performance was pivotal in snapping the team's losing streak. The standout effort, highlighted by his multi-steal game, provided the necessary spark for Cincinnati to secure the win while wearing their new City Connect uniforms.
Tyler Soderstrom delivered a massive performance in Saturday's 11-6 victory over the Mets, going 3-for-5 with two home runs and five RBI. This outing marked the fifth multi-homer game of his career, providing a significant offensive boost for the Athletics.
Triston Casas is expected to be out for an extended period due to what is now being described as a likely oblique issue. The injury comes after initial reports indicated he was dealing with a knee problem. The Red Sox infielder will require further evaluation as the team manages his recovery timeline.
Ryan Feltner is the scheduled starter for the Colorado Rockies as they face the San Diego Padres in their 15th game of the season. The Rockies are looking to break their current winless trend in a game that features a pitching duel against former teammate Germán Márquez.
Germán Márquez is set to take the mound for the San Diego Padres in a matchup against the Colorado Rockies. The game marks a reunion for Márquez, who faces his former club as the Rockies look to return to the win column in their 15th game of the season.
Mariners prospect Kade Anderson delivered a standout performance in his second Double-A start, recording 11 strikeouts. His dominant outing has quickly established him as a must-watch talent in the Mariners' minor-league system.
Braves manager Walt Weiss announced that Spencer Strider will begin a minor-league rehab assignment on April 16. Strider, who has been sidelined with an oblique strain, recently threw three simulated innings in a successful live batting practice session. He is expected to make a rehab start on Thursday, where he will throw 40-45 pitches as he continues his progression toward returning to the active roster.
Maikel Garcia delivered a strong performance in the Royals' 2-0 victory over the White Sox on Saturday. He went 2-for-4 at the plate, highlighted by a leadoff solo home run and a double. In addition to his power display, Garcia scored an additional run to help secure the win for Kansas City.
Ranger Suarez is scheduled to take the mound for the Boston Red Sox in a Saturday night matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. The game, which will be broadcast nationwide on Fox, features Suarez facing off against Cardinals pitcher Kyle Leahy as Boston looks to win the series.
Chris Bassitt is scheduled to start for the Baltimore Orioles in Saturday's matchup against the San Francisco Giants at Camden Yards. The right-hander looks to get back on track as he faces off against Giants pitcher Logan Webb. Bassitt's performance is a focal point for the Orioles as they aim to secure a victory in the series.
Lucas Erceg successfully closed out the Royals' 2-0 win over the White Sox on Saturday to earn his fifth save of the 2026 season. He delivered a perfect ninth inning, striking out one batter to seal the victory for Kansas City.
Michael Wacha (2-0) earned the win for the Royals in Saturday's 2-0 victory over the White Sox. Wacha was dominant on the mound, allowing just four hits and one walk while striking out seven batters across eight scoreless innings of work.
Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer has been diagnosed with a fractured big toe on his left foot after fouling a ball off his foot in Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Springer, who exited in the sixth inning, was batting .189 with two home runs and six RBIs this season. He has been replaced in the lineup by Myles Straw and represents the latest injury setback for the Toronto roster.
Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford is undergoing imaging on his right quadriceps Saturday morning following an early exit from Friday's game. Langford expressed optimism, stating he believes the injury is minor and hopes to avoid an injured list stint. He was subsequently held out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Dodgers. The team will determine his status for the upcoming schedule based on the diagnostic results.
Veteran left-hander Martín Pérez is set to start for the Atlanta Braves on Saturday against the Cleveland Guardians. Looking to bounce back from a shaky previous outing, Pérez is tasked with cooling down a productive Guardians offense as Atlanta aims to secure a series win and hand Cleveland their first series loss of the season. The Braves are relying on his experience to provide a quality start in this City Connect Saturday matchup.
Logan Webb is expected to take the mound for the San Francisco Giants in today's matchup against the Baltimore Orioles and Chris Bassitt. Analysts and current betting projections favor Webb and the Giants to secure a victory in the contest. Webb remains the focal point for San Francisco as they look to capitalize on his performance to overcome the Orioles in this head-to-head series meeting.
Hunter Goodman has returned to the Colorado Rockies' lineup after dealing with a finger injury. He is serving as the designated hitter and batting fourth in Saturday's game against the San Diego Padres.
Joe Ryan (2-1) picked up the win for the Minnesota Twins on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Despite an early deficit, Ryan settled in to pitch seven innings, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while recording five strikeouts.
