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LHP Connelly Early (2-1, 2.84 ERA) will start for the Boston Red Sox in Saturday's game against the Houston Astros. Early is looking to secure his first win at Fenway Park, though he will likely need significant run support from his teammates to overcome the Astros' pitching staff.
RHP Spencer Arrighetti (3-0, 2.00 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Houston Astros in the second game of their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.
The Baltimore Orioles are calling up top pitching prospect Trey Gibson to make his major-league debut as the starter for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. The promotion is a strategic move to bolster the rotation while the club navigates a depleted pitching staff with three pitchers currently sidelined on the injured list.
After exiting Friday's game early with a right hamstring cramp during a dominant performance, Brewers prospect Jacob Misiorowski is expected to be fine. Manager Pat Murphy expressed optimism that the team avoided a major injury. Misiorowski confirmed his status on Saturday, participating in running drills and telling reporters that his hamstring felt "normal and fine." He had been flirting with a potential no-hitter before the injury forced his early departure.
Following J.T. Realmuto's activation from the 10-day injured list, Garrett Stubbs has transitioned into a utility role for the Philadelphia Phillies. In a 4-0 shutout loss to the Marlins on Saturday, Stubbs recorded the team's only hit. The roster move also included the designation for assignment of Dylan Moore.
Bryce Elder is showing significant progress as he re-establishes himself within the Atlanta Braves' starting rotation. After a challenging period, his perseverance is paying off, with his current performance trending back toward the level that earned him an All-Star selection in 2023.
Justin Wrobleski is set to make his first start of May in Sunday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Wrobleski enters the matchup with significant momentum, having allowed only two runs over 26 innings across his four appearances in April.
Dustin May is scheduled to start for the St. Louis Cardinals in Sunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers. May, who recently received his 2025 championship ring from the Dodgers during Friday's festivities at Busch Stadium, will look to deliver a strong performance against his former club.
Houston Astros reliever Josh Hader is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land this Tuesday. Hader has been sidelined with a biceps injury, and this assignment marks a critical step in his recovery process as he works toward returning to the major-league bullpen.
Colby Shelton has been named the White Sox Minor League Player of the Month for April 2026. Shelton was instrumental in the Dash's success, helping the team lead the organization with a 15-9 record during the month alongside teammate Caleb Bonemer.
Caleb Bonemer has been highlighted for his significant contributions to the White Sox organization throughout April. Alongside Colby Shelton, Bonemer played a key role in helping the Dash achieve a 15-9 record, the best in the organization for the month.
Jose Fernandez is in the starting lineup for the Chicago Cubs in their May 2nd game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Pete Crow-Armstrong is starting in center field for the Chicago Cubs in their May 2nd game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Michael Busch is starting at first base for the Chicago Cubs in their May 2nd game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Corbin Carroll is starting in right field for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their May 2nd game against the Chicago Cubs.
Alex Bregman is starting at third base for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their May 2nd game against the Chicago Cubs.
Nolan Arenado is serving as the designated hitter for the Chicago Cubs in their May 2nd matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Geraldo Perdomo is in the starting lineup at shortstop for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their May 2nd game against the Chicago Cubs.
Ketel Marte is batting leadoff and playing second base for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their May 2nd game against the Chicago Cubs.
Seiya Suzuki is patrolling right field for the Chicago Cubs in their May 2nd game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
