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Bailey Falter has been placed on the injured list due to elbow inflammation. Following his move to the IL, the Kansas City Royals have called up Luinder Avila to the major league roster to provide depth.
Zach Eflin is traveling to obtain a second opinion regarding the MRI he underwent on his right elbow this past Wednesday. The Orioles pitcher is seeking further evaluation to determine the extent of the injury.
Michael Lorenzen will take the mound for the Colorado Rockies in their home opener against Aaron Nola and the Philadelphia Phillies.
Tarik Skubal is highlighted as a premier two-start pitching option for the second week of the 2026 MLB season. While his performance remains elite, recent analysis underscores the limitations of the win-loss metric, noting that pitchers like Skubal can deliver excellent outings yet still receive a loss due to lack of offensive support or bullpen volatility.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch has announced his engagement to Haylee Schreen. The couple shared the news with the message 'Ready for forever,' drawing congratulations from the organization and fans.
Brandon Marsh contributed to the Philadelphia Phillies' offensive outburst in their 10-1 win over the Colorado Rockies. Marsh was one of three Phillies players, alongside Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, to hit a home run during the game. His performance helped the team break out offensively and secure a dominant victory as they prepare for their upcoming West Coast road trip.
Bryce Harper was a key contributor in the Phillies' 10-1 victory over the Rockies, hitting a home run as part of a dominant offensive breakout. Beyond his on-field performance, Harper has been identified by experts as a top-tier DFS option for daily fantasy lineups on DraftKings and FanDuel for the April 3 slate. His power remains a focal point for the Phillies as they prepare for a weekend road trip to the West Coast.
Kyle Schwarber connected for a home run in the Phillies' 10-1 rout of the Colorado Rockies. As the team prepares for a West Coast road trip, Schwarber has emerged as a featured pick for home run prop bets, with analysts highlighting him as a top choice for the April 3 slate. The Phillies are looking to leverage his veteran power as they navigate early-season roster developments and team performance goals.
Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón is dealing with a tight right hamstring, an injury sustained while running. The setback has forced the team to cancel a planned minor league injury rehabilitation outing at Double-A Somerset. Despite the disruption to his recovery schedule, Rodón has expressed optimism, characterizing the hamstring issue as only a minor setback.
Ryan Pepiot, currently sidelined with a hip injury, is scheduled to throw a bullpen session this Friday. The update was provided by Ryan Bass of Rays.tv. This session marks a key step in his recovery process as he works toward returning to the mound for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Eury Pérez is scheduled to take the mound for the Miami Marlins as they face the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. This matchup follows the Yankees' successful season-opening road trip, setting the stage for a high-stakes contest in the Bronx.
Ryan Walker made a relief appearance during the sixth inning of Thursday's victory over the Mets. He was efficient on the mound, retiring both batters he faced to help secure the win for the San Francisco Giants.
Kevin McGonigle is in the starting lineup at third base for the Detroit Tigers as they host the St. Louis Cardinals for their home opener at Comerica Park.
Alec Burleson is included in the starting lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals as they face the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. The Cardinals are currently 4-2 on the season.
Ivan Herrera is in the starting lineup as the catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals in their game against the Detroit Tigers. The Cardinals are playing their first road series of the season at Comerica Park.
Gleyber Torres is slated to serve as the designated hitter for the St. Louis Cardinals in their series opener against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. The Cardinals enter the matchup with a 4-2 record.
Michael McGreevy makes his second start of the season for the St. Louis Cardinals in the road opener against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. McGreevy enters the game with a 0.00 ERA, looking to build on his previous outing against the Tampa Bay Rays, where he delivered an impressive performance by holding them hitless through six innings.
Eric Lauer's scheduled start for the Blue Jays has been pushed back from Saturday to Sunday against the White Sox. According to Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, the delay is due to an illness affecting the pitcher.
Trey Yesavage, who has been sidelined with a shoulder injury, is set to begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Dunedin on Friday. The update was reported by Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca.
Dylan Cease is a primary focus for player prop betting markets in the Blue Jays vs. White Sox matchup on Friday, April 3. Analysts are tracking his strikeout potential as part of the day's MLB predictions.
